Ep 3. Everybody's Talking About the Mental Load

Indebted season 1 episode 3, titled "Everybody's Talking About the Mental Load," follows the Young family as they struggle to navigate the challenges of parenthood while also dealing with the financial burden of being indebted to Dave's parents.

In this episode, Dave and Rebecca begin to feel overwhelmed by the demands of parenting their two young children, with Dave feeling like he's constantly being pulled in different directions as he tries to balance work and family responsibilities. Meanwhile, Rebecca is feeling the weight of what is known as the "mental load" of motherhood, the behind-the-scenes effort of keeping track of schedules, meal planning, and general household management.

In an effort to help ease the burden on Rebecca, Dave takes on more responsibilities at home, but finds himself falling short when it comes to remembering important details like his son's upcoming birthday. This leads to a series of comedic misadventures as Dave attempts to plan a last-minute party, with the help of his eccentric father, Stew.

As the day of the party approaches, tensions begin to rise as Rebecca worries that Dave is not putting in enough effort to help take care of their family. However, as the party comes together in the end, everyone comes to realize that they are all doing their best to manage the mental load of family life.

Overall, "Everybody's Talking About the Mental Load" is a relatable and humorous exploration of the challenges that come with being a modern parent, and the ways in which families can learn to support each other through difficult times.