Katie decides to let everyone fend for themselves and is a bit surprised when they don't seem to need her. Katie fights back against defective trash bags.
After the crew saves a stranded ship, Ed becomes smitten with its attractive captain, while Kelly suspects all is not what it seems.
Christy's smoking causes problems during a road trip; Bonnie offers Adam unsolicited advice.
Kelly discovers that Lt. John Lamarr is smarter than he lets on; the Orville gets damaged by a mysterious spatial anomaly that affects all living things.
Bonnie reluctantly consults a therapist, Trevor, for help with her ADHD, and Christy battles her urge to gamble on sports while helping out at the bar.