Ep 9. Sadie's Song / Catch and Release

Steven Universe season 3 episode 9, titled Sadie's Song / Catch and Release, revolves around the experiences of two characters in the series.

In the first half of the episode, titled Sadie's Song, Steven and Connie visit the Big Donut shop, where they meet Sadie. Steven helps her practice for her upcoming performance at Beachapalooza by teaching her how to sing and dance. However, things do not go as planned when Sadie learns that her mother is in the audience, making her feel self-conscious and unable to perform. Connie and Steven work with Sadie to help her overcome her insecurities and gain the confidence to give her best performance.

The second half of the episode, titled Catch and Release, focuses on the experiences of another character, Peridot. Steven takes Peridot on a tour of the Kindergarten, explaining how it was used by the Gems to create their own kind. However, the tour takes a turn for the worse when Peridot becomes trapped in one of the Gems' traps. Steven and the Crystal Gems work to free Peridot from the trap, while also learning more about her past and her relationship with the Gem Homeworld.

Overall, Sadie's Song / Catch and Release is an episode of Steven Universe that explores the themes of self-confidence, personal growth, and acceptance. It highlights the importance of believing in oneself and facing one's fears in order to achieve success. Additionally, the episode provides insight into the world of the Gems and sheds light on the complex relationships between the various characters in the series.