Ep 14. Barry Goldberg's Day Off

Barry Goldberg's Day Off is the fourteenth episode of the second season of the American comedy television series, The Goldbergs. The episode originally aired on February 11, 2015, on the ABC network.

In this episode, Barry, the eldest Goldberg sibling, is struggling with the pressures of being a high school student. In an attempt to relieve his stress, he decides to fake being sick and stay home from school. However, his plan backfires when his mother, Beverly, insists on taking care of him.

As the day goes on, Barry realizes that he may have made a mistake by skipping school. His best friend, Geoff, is having the time of his life without him, and Barry begins to worry about being left behind. He contemplates the direction of his future and the choices he has made so far in his life.

Meanwhile, Adam, Barry's younger brother, is stuck at school and frustrated that he hasn't been able to join the wrestling team. When his mother offers to help him, he discovers a new skill and a newfound confidence in himself.

Throughout the episode, the Goldberg family deals with their own individual struggles and comes to the realization that it's okay to not have everything figured out at once. They learn the importance of taking risks and following their passions, no matter where it may lead them.

Barry Goldberg's Day Off is a heartfelt and relatable episode that explores the universal struggles of adolescence and self-discovery. Through the humor and chaos of the Goldberg family, the viewers are reminded of the importance of taking chances and being true to oneself.