Ep 8. The Circling of Driving Again

It's time for Beverly Goldberg to teach her youngest son, Adam, how to drive in the latest episode of The Goldbergs titled "The Circling of Driving Again." With Adam's older siblings already learned the ropes (and in one case, passed their driver's test), Beverly is determined to get her youngest behind the wheel. However, there's just one small problem: Adam is terrified of driving.

To help ease his fears, Beverly brings in Barry to lend some words of encouragement, but it quickly becomes apparent that her oldest son's advice isn't exactly helpful. Meanwhile, Murray is feeling under the weather, and when he tries to self-diagnose and treat his own illness, it only seems to make matters worse. As Beverly continues to push Adam to face his fear of driving, she begins to realize that maybe she's been too overbearing on her son.

As is typical of The Goldbergs, the show explores the dynamics of a family relationship, this time between a mother and her son. Through the course of the episode, Beverly discovers that her approach may not be the most effective when it comes to encouraging Adam to get behind the wheel. Her "tough love" tactics can be overwhelming and intimidating, and it's only when she takes a step back that she realizes this. This realization leads to a touching moment between mother and son, as they bond over a shared experience and Adam finally conquers his fear of driving.

The episode also touches on the topic of self-care, as Murray struggles to pay attention to his own physical health. His behavior is not uncommon, as many men often avoid going to the doctor or seeking medical attention for fear of being seen as weak or vulnerable. As the episode progresses, Murray learns that it's important to take care of himself, not just for his own well-being, but for the sake of his family.

Overall, "The Circling of Driving Again" is another heartwarming and relatable episode of The Goldbergs. The show continues to explore the ups and downs of family life, and the importance of communication and understanding. With excellent performances from the cast, particularly Wendi McLendon-Covey as Beverly and Troy Gentile as Barry, fans of the series will not be disappointed.