Episode 8: The One With The Giant Poking Device May 2026

After a "junior" version of the kiss she shared with Richard, Monica realizes she can't date him. It’s the final step in her moving on from the elder Dr. Burke.

Joey accidentally hits his head while playing with Chandler and Ben (Ross’s son). Episode 8: The One With the Giant Poking Device

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It turns out Ben is fine, but the stress of keeping the secret causes Joey more pain than the actual bump. 💔 Monica’s Lingering Feelings Joey accidentally hits his head while playing with

She invites him to Thanksgiving dinner, but the resemblance to his father—and the fact that he's Richard's son—makes things incredibly awkward.

Phoebe refuses to believe he’s dead, so the gang constructs a "Giant Poking Device" using retractable belts and dozens of taped-together chopsticks.

In this classic Season 3 episode of Friends , the gang deals with the "death" of an old neighbor, a health scare for Joey, and a DIY construction project involving chopsticks. 🥢 The Legend of the Giant Poking Device