Venice, California resident and recovering alcoholic Chip styles himself a self-help guru but struggles to keep track of his own lies and half-truths.

Finally confronting his landlord, Chip gets some clarity on his store situation, then inadvertently helps Dennis and London's first date go smoothly.

Chip visits his TV-star ex-wife Tilly in an effort to save his store. Dennis and London have a dinner date. Chip disappoints Kara one time too many.