The WORST episodes of Poppa’s House

Every episode of Poppa’s House ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Poppa’s House!

Legendary talk radio host and happily divorced Poppa, has his point of view challenged at work when a new female co-host is hired, and at home where he finds himself still parenting his adult son, a brilliant dreamer who is trying to pursue his passion while being a responsible father and husband.

Last Updated: 4/11/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
Podcast
star
6.73
64 votes

#1 - Podcast

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/4/2024

Junior enlists Nina's help to film a documentary of Poppa's iconic career, but the direction of the film takes a detour when the radio station begins using AI promos with Poppa's and Ivy's voices.

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Sleepover
star
6.96
84 votes

#2 - Sleepover

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/28/2024

When Dr Ivy Reed joins family for dinner, she begins scrutinizing relationships for potential catastrophes. Jr spends the night at his dad's house while the girls devise a plan over a bottle of wine.

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Family Photo
star
7.05
61 votes

#3 - Family Photo

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/2/2024

Poppa wants a new family photo that doesn’t include his ex-wife, but Junior and Nina don’t want to leave Catherine out.

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Wig
star
7.11
54 votes

#4 - Wig

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/16/2024

Poppa makes some changes to his appearance after receiving bad news.

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Elevator Friend
star
7.12
49 votes

#5 - Elevator Friend

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/3/2025

When Poppa has an extra baseball ticket and no friend to invite, he decides to ask Jarnold, an old acquaintance from the radio station, but he quickly learns that some things are better kept in the past. Meanwhile, Nina pushes Junior to reconnect with a visiting friend.

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Dirty Laundry
star
7.18
50 votes

#6 - Dirty Laundry

Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/10/2025

Junior and Poppa’s relationship hits a rough patch when Junior agrees to film a commercial for JJ’s foam roller company, only to be ridiculed by Poppa on his podcast.

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Slumber Party
star
7.19
48 votes

#7 - Slumber Party

Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/24/2025

When Poppa dodges an invitation to a family slumber party, Junior attempts to change his mind by making him jealous of everyone attending.

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School Days
star
7.28
69 votes

#8 - School Days

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/11/2024

Junior and Nina turn to their parents for help paying tuition when their son gets accepted into a prestigious private school. While Poppa believes the kids will be just fine at public school, Catherine and JJ try to convince him otherwise.

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Brokeback
star
7.33
54 votes

#9 - Brokeback

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/9/2024

Poppa’s severe back pain keeps him from seeing a doctor, until Ivy offers to stay the night to care for him. Meanwhile, Nina makes Junior think he lost his wedding ring.

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Pilot
star
7.35
104 votes

#10 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/21/2024

Poppa gets surprised at work when corporate brings in brainy psychologist Dr. Ivy Reid to add a female perspective to his radio show. Also, Junior gets fired by Nina’s dad when he misses a big sales pitch to apply for a directing job.

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Graduation
star
7.37
49 votes

#11 - Graduation

Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/3/2025

Poppa and Ivy unexpectedly encounter Ivy's ex-husband, David, at a graduation celebration, but Poppa finds David's timing suspicion and resolves to uncover his true intentions.

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Disciplinarian
star
7.43
63 votes

#12 - Disciplinarian

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/25/2024

When Junior and Nina's son begins acting out, Poppa doles out parenting advice. Also, Poppa suspects Dr. Ivy Reed may be flirting with him.

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Puppy
star
7.50
56 votes

#13 - Puppy

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/27/2025

Junior accuses Poppa of lying about his dog allergy during his childhood. Meanwhile, Nina and Junior take a vow of celibacy to explore a deeper connection.

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Melvin
star
7.60
48 votes

#14 - Melvin

Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/24/2025

Poppa’s smooth-talking brother, Melvin, rolls into town with a shady new get-rich-quick scheme.

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Say Wha?!
star
7.66
38 votes

#15 - Say Wha?!

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/31/2025

Junior’s fundraising effort for his film takes a dramatic turn when he discovers Poppa’s flea market purchase is worth a fortune.

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