Ep 17. Doobie or Not Doobie (2)

Doobie or Not Doobie (2) is an episode of the popular sitcom What's Happening!! in its second season. The show follows the lives of three teenage friends, Roger, Rerun, and Dwayne, as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence and growing up in 1970s Los Angeles.

In this episode, the boys find themselves in a bit of trouble after they accidentally stumble upon a stash of marijuana in Dwayne's locker. Despite their initial hesitation and reluctance to try anything, Rerun eventually convinces Roger to give smoking a joint a try. Dwayne, on the other hand, is desperate to get the weed out of his locker before anyone finds it and the consequences become more serious.

As the boys struggle to figure out what to do with the weed, they also have to contend with the pressures and expectations of their parents and peers. Roger's mother, for example, is convinced that her son has started using drugs and becomes increasingly paranoid and overprotective. Meanwhile, Rerun's friends tease and pressure him to keep smoking even when he starts to feel uncomfortable and paranoid himself.

The episode ultimately explores the consequences of making questionable decisions and the importance of standing up for oneself and doing the right thing. While the boys do ultimately decide to dispose of the weed and come clean about what happened, they also learn valuable lessons about the power of peer pressure and the importance of being honest with oneself and one's loved ones.

Overall, Doobie or Not Doobie (2) is a classic episode of What's Happening!! that showcases the series' unique blend of humor, heart, and social commentary. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in television from this era.