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

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Monica runs into Richard’s son, Timothy, at the eye doctor. Episode 8: The One With the Giant Poking Device

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 (Focusing on trivia, fashion, or plot summary

Fearing Ross’s reaction, Joey and Chandler try to hide the bump from him. 🥢 The Legend of the Giant Poking Device

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.

They poke him through the window; he’s alive (and grumpy), and the group celebrates his survival with a chorus of "He’s alive!" 🤕 Joey’s Health Scare

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