Despite Jim's protests, Charles needs the night off for his birthday. Jim attempts to throw him a party, but things quickly get out of hand. Tensions arise when Jim shows up at Charles' birthday dinner and meets his judgmental family.
Jim faces his dysfunctional family at his father's funeral, he struggles to mend his broken relationship with his sister, and he must make peace with someone from his past.
Jules visits Jim, who gives her a tour of New Orleans. The two reconnect for an evening but have trouble figuring out the new terms of their relationship.
Jim moves on this new job as the major league broadcast announcer in Atlanta. Charles focuses on the new direction of his career. When Jim is confronted with the truth about a legendary broadcaster, Jim attempts to do the right thing, but in the Brockmire way.
Jim goes on a bender with his new nihilistic friend, Elle. He ends up in the hospital again and, maybe, takes rehab seriously this time. Charles has a new opportunity for Jim.
