Josh hits the road with an unlikely copilot, stirring up some undeniable chemistry along the way. Back at home, Shelly becomes wary of Buzzy's outlandish spending while Ali sees God during a nitrous induced trip at the dentist's office.

Boyle Heights, 1958. 12yearold Maura's femininity causes a clash between her mother Rose and her grandparents, Haim and Yetta. Across town, 12yearold Shelly quits the school play and stops eating but won't tell anyone why. Flash forward to 1966, where 21yearolds Mort and Shelly carry on a secret affair.