Ep 2. Mid-way to Mid-town

As the second season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel continues, episode two takes viewers on a journey with the spunky and hilarious Midge Maisel as she hilariously navigates her life post-divorce. In "Mid-way to Mid-town," Midge is still performing stand-up comedy regularly but also dealing with her ex-husband, Joel, attempting to conquer the business world.

The episode begins with Midge performing at a new club, with her family, including her parents and brother, in the audience. As usual, her performance is spot-on, and her witty humor has the audience laughing and applauding. While Midge is thriving in her comedy career, Joel is struggling with his new business venture. Despite his lack of experience in the garment industry, Joel is attempting to take over his father-in-law's business. However, he quickly realizes that he is in over his head when his co-workers at the factory don't take him seriously and his father-in-law insists on overseeing every decision.

Meanwhile, Midge's friend and comedy manager, Susie, is struggling to find her place in the comedy world. She attempts to expand her clientele by meeting with a potential new comedian to manage, but the meeting doesn't go as planned. Susie's gruff exterior and lack of tact prove to be too much for the new comedian, who storms out of the meeting before it even begins.

As Midge's career continues to take off, she catches the eye of a well-known comedian who has taken an interest in her talent. The comedian offers to mentor Midge and help her rise to fame in the comedy world. Excited about the opportunity, Midge agrees to learn from the experienced comedian, but not before running it by Susie to ensure that the offer is legitimate.

Throughout the episode, Midge's personal life also begins to heat up. While performing at another club, she reconnects with an old flame who is now a successful doctor. The two hit it off, and Midge is quickly caught up in the excitement of a potential new romantic relationship.

Overall, "Mid-way to Mid-town" is a standout episode in the second season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. It continues to showcase Midge's wit and humor in the stand-up comedy world while also giving viewers a glimpse into her personal life. The episode also introduces new storylines and characters, ensuring that season two remains just as exciting and entertaining as the first.