#78. The Partridge Family (1971), "Soul Club''

In this week’s episode of Raised on Television, we dive into a classic episode of The Partridge Family, which comes in at #78 on TV Guide's top list of television episodes. Join us as we explore the adventures of the Partridge family, a group of rock musicians traveling the country in their iconic psychedelic bus. This time, the Partridges find themselves in a unique situation when a booking error sends them to the Firehouse, a new African-American club in Detroit that had eagerly awaited a performance by the Temptations.

The club's owners, the Simon brothers, have invested heavily to create a vibrant inner-city "community nightclub" aimed at bringing top acts to the area for an affordable admission fee. With the Temptations booked for their opening night, the Simons' financial future looked bright. However, the mix-up with the Partridges threatens to derail their plans, especially with a ruthless loan shark waiting to seize the club.

Despite not being the expected act, the Partridges step in to perform ... Tune in to hear our thoughts on this heartfelt episode, which includes a performance of "Bandala" by the Partridge family. We'll also discuss the impact of this episode, the cultural themes it touches on, and how it reflects the era's social issues.

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