The BEST episodes written by Bryan Goluboff
#1 - War
Lights Out - Season 1 - Episode 13
After all the trials and tribulations that led up to the championship fight, Lights goes to "war" when he finally faces off with "Death Row" Reynolds for the heavyweight title. Before the big fight, Hal Brennan gathers all the former champs that have been burned by Barry Word and starts a war against him by starting a new boxing alliance called United Boxers. But in order for Lights to be a part of it, he suggests a 10 percent cut for a health fund to help all the boxers in need of medical care. Meanwhile, Word has a pre-fight talk with Lights, and it is not very inspiring the night before the fight. Theresa has her own talk with Reynold's wife, Jennifer. As soon as the third round begins, Lights manages to K.O. Reynolds and wins back his title, but suffers a severe concussion. After the fight Theresa makes a shocking discovery about Lights: she goes to his side and watches in horror as he groggily asks her "Who won?".
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#2 - Head Games
Lights Out - Season 1 - Episode 8
When his father decides not to train him because he does not think he is capable of fighting at a professional level anymore, Lights turns to Ed Romeo, Reynolds' former trainer for some heightening of his skills. Not only does Ed train him in an unorthodox style, he tries to make Lights realize he should fight for his wife and girls, and cut his father, brother, and sister out for the fact that they are suffocating him. Lights takes this into account when he grows suspicious of their sudden interest to help him with his big fight in an effort to fire Romeo.
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#3 - Alex: Week Eight
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 37
Paul sticks up for his use of psychotherapy as he believes it works.
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#4 - Infight
Lights Out - Season 1 - Episode 9
Lights alliance to Ed Romeo, his new boxing mentor comes between him and his family. Although, Romeo likes Teresa and the girls, he wants Lights to cut his father and brother out because he thinks they are weighting him down. This does not sit well with Lights, who in return, tells Romeo he doess not feel free of them, but feels controlled by him and decides to free himself of his eccentric trainer. Meanwhile, at the gym, Johnny and Romeo get into a fight, which ends up in an unfortunate accident for Lights.
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#5 - Alex: Week Five
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 22
Paul is pushed to the edge by Alex's knowledge of his personal life.
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#6 - Russian Brides
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 13 - Episode 7
When a young woman is found brutally murdered, the SVU detectives use her distinctive tattoos to identify her as a recently engaged Russian mail-order bride. Upon questioning her distraught fiancé, they learn that she was kidnapped and held for ransom the night of their engagement party. While the detectives follow the money to a deadly blackmail scam run by the Russian Mafia, Captain Cragen goes undercover as a sad and lonely suitor to lure out a killer.
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#7 - Ice Cream, You Scream, We All Scream
Mr. Mercedes - Season 1 - Episode 9
Jerome and Holly tell Hodges their concerns about the Mercedes Killer. Tensions continue to escalate between Brady and Robi. As details about the investigation emerge, Hodges, Pete, and Izzy close in on their suspect.
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#8 - Most Wanted
Blue Bloods - Season 5 - Episode 6
Frank and Danny are determined to put away an international felon who repeatedly manages to walk away from murder charges, but they struggle to come up with the necessary evidence to earn a conviction. Erin debates going into private practice when she looks into college costs for Nicky. Danny butts heads with his new boss.
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#9 - Personal Fouls
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 13 - Episode 2
An ex-basketball player accuses his old coach of sexually abusing him as a child. Det. Nick Amaro transfers to the squad and helps with the case, which involves interviewing former players, one of whom is now famous. Carmelo Anthony and Chris Bosh have cameos
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#10 - Alex: Week Six
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 27
Alex recalls one of her latest dreams which Paul needs to work out the meaning of.
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#11 - Home Sweet Home
Blue Bloods - Season 5 - Episode 12
Jamie gets Danny involved when he finds a homeless teen who claims his aunt was killed by her boyfriend. Erin is angered when McCoy replaces her as the prosecutor on a case involving a corrections officer.
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#12 - Worst Case Scenario
Blue Bloods - Season 6 - Episode 1
Frank goes on high alert when a threat to New York City may be imminent following a terrorist attack in the Middle East.
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#13 - Proximity
Mr. Mercedes - Season 2 - Episode 6
A visit from Lou elicits an unprecedented response from Brady, and Dr. Babineau pushes him to communicate. Holly begins to come around to Hodges' thinking about Brady. Armed with new intel, Hodges reaches out to Babineau and Cora
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#14 - The Suicide Hour
Mr. Mercedes - Season 1 - Episode 5
The cat and mouse game between Hodges and Brady escalates. Hodges has an upsetting conversation with Janey's mother. Deborah's drinking almost causes an accident at the Hartsfield home.
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#15 - Everybody Knows the Dice Are Loaded
Law & Order: Organized Crime - Season 3 - Episode 2
As ground breaks on the city's first casino, Stabler investigates the death of a friend whose refusal to sell his home on the site has stalled construction. Jet breaks in two new detectives. Bell splits her focus between work and her looming divorce.
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#16 - Back in the Day
Blue Bloods - Season 6 - Episode 11
When Frank’s first partner announces plans to publish a book filled with stories of their early days on the force, Frank worries about his personal stories being made public. Also, when Jamie and Eddie catch a call about a nearby officer needing assistance, the choices they each make will affect their future in the department and their relationship.
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#17 - Sophie: Week Nine
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 41
Sophie finally gets the fact that her father has a lot to answer for and starts to become her own woman.
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#18 - Bad Company
Blue Bloods - Season 5 - Episode 18
Eddie goes on her first undercover operation to investigate a kidnapping ring targeting young women via fake youth hostel websites. Meanwhile, Frank helps a woman he knows from early in his career meet the inmate who killed her family.
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#19 - The Shot
Lights Out - Season 1 - Episode 3
Lights struggles to help train his father's young fighter, Omar "The Armenian Avenger" Assarian for the middleweight championship against Monte "The Hurricane" Harris. Omar may be the best hope for Leary Gym of becoming a champion since Lights retired. However, promoter Barry K. Word is only interested in getting Omar into the fight if Johnny agrees to a deal involving Lights' return. Meanwhile, Patrick's family makes him a memory book for his 40th birthday and he spends the rest of the night watching the outcome of the fight.
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#20 - We're Gonna Hold On
George & Tammy - Season 1 - Episode 3
The President and First Lady of Country Music are on top of the world: hit after hit, award after award, and a new baby to boot. However, when a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity presents itself in Las Vegas, Tammy is forced to question whether George can handle the pressures of superstardom.
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#21 - Blast from the Past
Blue Bloods - Season 6 - Episode 19
While hunting for a robbery crew on a wild crime spree, Danny and Baez partner with Detective Jimmy Mosley, a detective from another precinct who broke Baez’s heart years ago. Also, when an officer who was acquitted on charges of killing a young boy is up for a promotion, Frank grapples with the decision of moving him up the ladder and risking public outrage.
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#22 - The Nominations
Smash (2012) - Season 2 - Episode 16
It's a crucial moment for both shows as Tony nominations loom, but keeping your eye on the prize can be hard. As Tom crosses an influential Tony voter and Ivy copes with some very distracting news, Derek's past has repercussions for the entire "Hit List" team.
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#23 - A Classic New York Character
Elsbeth - Season 1 - Episode 2
After the loathed co-op board president of a luxury pre-war building falls off her balcony to her death, Elsbeth and Kaya are called to the scene to dig for a lead when they meet Joann, a high-powered Manhattan real estate broker with huge clients and even bigger secrets.
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#24 - Sweet Justice
Elsbeth - Season 1 - Episode 9
After hearing his favorite patron talk about being bullied mercilessly in college, the charismatic owner of an exclusive cocktail bar decides to seek revenge on her behalf, but his desire for justice leads to a deadly mistake, leaving Elsbeth and Kaya to connect the dots. Meanwhile, after learning that the DOJ investigation is close to an indictment, Elsbeth and Captain Wagner join forces to expose the real criminal.
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#25 - Devil's Night
Elsbeth - Season 2 - Episode 3
When a former child star turned party girl Mac wakes up on Halloween after a wild night on the town with no recollection of her whereabouts and afraid she may have committed murder, Elsbeth and the team retrace her steps to find the truth. Meanwhile, Captain Wagner must address low morale at the precinct.
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#26 - Alex: Week Seven
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 32
Paul is doubtful that Alex is ready for everything available to him, but he insists he is and is committed to moving forward with his life.
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#27 - The Dramaturg
Smash (2012) - Season 2 - Episode 3
Partnerships are tested as Eileen asks Tom and Julia to contend with an unwelcome new collaborator, while Jimmy and Kyle prepare to present their work for the first time. Derek attempts to get Ronnie back on his side. Ivy finds it hard to move on, but help from an old friend might take her one step closer to her dream.
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#28 - Home Invasions
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 13 - Episode 14
A gunman storms a family's home, killing the parents and leaving their teenage daughter in critical condition. When a hate crime investigation turns into a dead end, Benson and the SVU detectives struggle to find a motive for such violence. The clues lead to a surprising revelation about Detective Rollins, which threatens her future in the Special Victims Unit.
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#29 - Alex: Week Three
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 12
Alex tells Paul about an encounter he had with a patient. Meanwhile Paul compares his father to Alex.
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#30 - Alex: Week Two
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 7
Alex talks to Paul about his wife and his return to the bombing scene.
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#31 - 2 Corinthians 3:17
Filthy Rich (US) - Season 1 - Episode 7
After Margaret gives all the children an ultimatum, Ginger decides to help Rose put on a fashion show to unveil her new collection. Meanwhile, Jason's bonding with Veronica leads to an unexpected revelation about his brother.
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#32 - Alex: Week Four
In Treatment - Season 1 - Episode 17
Alex discuses Laura with Paul and wonders whether his therapy is effective or not.
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