Elizabeth Meriwether

Steve struggles to be intimate with Molly following her cancer diagnosis, leading to a raw confrontation about her past trauma and his avoidance.

Molly questions Nikki about her fast-moving relationship with Noah, leading to a discussion about healthy boundaries and better sex.

Jess calls her best friend Cece from the back of a cab while attempting a bold romantic gesture for her long-term boyfriend. As she reveals she is wearing nothing but a winter coat in the middle of August, the two friends discuss the absurdity of her 'stripper' persona and how far they've come since their days as social outcasts.

Schmidt gives Jess a harsh pep talk on how to hide her 'crazy' and land a rebound, while Nick offers cynical commentary on his methods.