Poppa's House Season 1 Episode 2: "Sleepover" Review: "The Meddlers"
The second episode of Poppa’s House builds on the strong start, balancing humor and heartfelt moments while delving deeper into family and relationship dynamics. Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. continue to shine with their natural chemistry, setting the tone for an engaging watch.
The episode kicks off with Damon paying an unannounced visit to Poppa’s house—a visit that Poppa isn’t thrilled about, despite them being neighbors. Damon arrives to celebrate Poppa finishing the remodel of his home, which should be cause for joy. However, Poppa, ever the curmudgeon, just wants to stick to his early bedtime routine. It’s the allure of Nina’s lasagna that finally convinces him to join the dinner.
Meanwhile, at the radio station, Poppa and Ivy clash in a lively "battle of the sexes" segment. Things escalate when a heartbroken caller seeks advice on dealing with a breakup. Poppa dismisses him as overly emotional, and a "simp". He cuts the call short. Ivy, however, senses unresolved emotions in Poppa, especially when he dodges questions about what he misses about being married. Their exchange highlights Poppa’s old-school mindset clashing with Ivy’s modern sensibilities, hinting at deeper layers beneath their banter.
Later, Ivy pushes professional boundaries by showing up at Poppa’s house unannounced, intent on prying into his personal life. Poppa tricks her into leaving but just as Ivy back in, Nina and Damon arrive with the promised lasagna. Nina, a fan of Ivy’s work, invites her to stay for dinner, much to Poppa’s annoyance.
The dinner scene is filled with both laughs and tension, as Ivy provides unsolicited couples counseling, projecting her personal struggles onto Nina and Damon’s relationship. Poppa, surprisingly, plays the voice of reason, advising the couple to stay strong through their challenges. Ivy later comes to see that Poppa is right and their dynamic takes on new tension—still adversarial, but now with a hint of intrigue.
The scenes underscore how Poppa’s House balances humor with real-life relationship issues, making the show both entertaining and relatable.
This episode further cements the chemistry among the cast, with each character bringing something unique to the story. The witty banter, playful tension and occasional emotional moments keep viewers engaged, promising even more development in future episodes.
With laughs and heart in equal measure, Poppa’s House continues to evolve into a compelling family comedy. Catch new episodes of Poppa’s House every Monday on CBS, with streaming available on Paramount+ the following day.
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