Ep 9. The Liberal Chokehold

Ruth is still reeling from her night with Mark as she arrives at the gym the next day. She tries to act like everything is normal as the group prepares for their next match, but Sheila can tell something is off. Ruth finally confides in her about what happened with Mark, and Sheila sympathizes with her, but offers no real advice.

Sam is still struggling with his newfound fatherhood, and he takes his frustrations out on Bash when the wealthy producer arrives at the gym unannounced. Bash wants Sam to help him get a meeting with a popular network executive, but Sam brushes him off. Bash takes matters into his own hands and sets up a meeting with the executive himself, using the GLOW ladies as a way to sweeten the deal.

Meanwhile, Debbie is still struggling to balance her career and motherhood. She's missing her son, Randy, who is living with her ex-husband in another state. When Mark shows up at the gym unexpectedly, Debbie is thrilled to see him but also a little suspicious. Mark seems genuinely interested in helping Debbie with her custody battle, but Debbie can't shake the feeling that he has an ulterior motive.

The ladies prepare for their next match against a group of conservative wrestlers known as the Liberty Belles. They're all excited for the opportunity to perform in front of a larger, more diverse audience, but things quickly take a turn for the worse. The Liberty Belles are a tough bunch, and they're not afraid to fight dirty. As the match heats up, tensions rise between the two teams, and it becomes clear that this isn't just about wrestling anymore.

The episode is filled with intense drama and emotional moments as the characters struggle to balance their personal lives with their careers. The wrestling scenes are as thrilling and entertaining as ever, but the real heart of the episode lies in the relationships between the characters. Whether it's Ruth trying to navigate a complicated love triangle, Debbie struggling to be a good mother while also pursuing her dreams, or Sam coming to terms with his newfound fatherhood, the characters in GLOW are always relatable and engaging.

Overall, The Liberal Chokehold is a great episode that keeps the show's momentum going strong. It's filled with plenty of action and drama, but it also takes the time to delve deeper into the characters' personal lives and struggles. Fans of the show won't want to miss this one.