Ep 5. Chicklet
- TVMA
- May 14, 2017
- 28 min
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8.1 (825)
In episode 5 of Veep season 6, titled "Chicklet," Selina Meyer continues to navigate her post-presidential life as she makes a guest appearance on CBS's morning talk show "CBS This Morning." As she prepares for the interview, her team must navigate a number of challenges including finding the perfect outfit and grooming Selina's unruly hair.
Meanwhile, Selina's former press secretary, Mike McClintock, is struggling to find his footing in his new job as a morning news show anchor. His co-host, Amy Brookheimer, is constantly outshining him and he begins to feel like he is becoming nothing more than a "Chicklet."
As Selina prepares for her interview, she is faced with the challenge of answering tough questions from the hosts about her time as president and the legacy she has left behind. She struggles to stay on message and her frustration with the hosts begins to show.
Back in Washington, D.C., Jonah Ryan is on a mission to prove his worth to his colleagues and the public. He decides to take on the issue of school shooting drills and begins a crusade to make them more realistic. However, his efforts are quickly derailed when he is caught in a compromising position with a lobbyist.
Throughout the episode, Selina and her team are forced to confront the realities of post-presidential life. They must navigate the difficult terrain of media appearances and public scrutiny while trying to maintain their relevance and influence. "Chicklet" is a hilarious and poignant episode that showcases the struggles of those who have been at the top of the political ladder and must now face life on the sidelines.