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Shrinking Season 3, episode 1s emotional ending, explained
Shrinking is back, and Season 3 is already packing just as much of an emotional punch as its predecessors.
In a moving hour-long episode that builds to Paul (Harrison Ford) marrying Julie (Wendie Malick), there's one scene right at the end that hits harder than any of the others. So what happens, and what exactly does it mean?
What happens at the end of Shrinking Season 3, episode 1?
The final scene of the episode links back to one of its first scenes, when Paul attends a neurology clinic and meets a fellow patient with Parkinson's, Gerry (a cameo from Michael J. Fox). Paul is experiencing tremors in his left hand, and he has a conversation with Gerry — whose Parkinson's is more advanced — about the various ways the disease is affecting them.
"How's the brain?" asks Gerry at one point. "Any hallucinations?"
"No. Thank God," responds Paul.
"They're the worst. Bad enough your body goes, but then you start seeng shit. It's scary. I didn't even know that was a thing with Parkinson's."
Later, at the very end of the episode, Paul comes in from his wedding to get a glass of water in the kitchen. He turns from the sink and finds Gerry sitting in a chair, tucking into some cake. But moments later, when Julie joins him, it's clear that Gerry isn't really there.
"Oh," says Paul, as he realises what's happening. "You don't see him, do you?"
The scene is a sign that Paul's Parkinson's has continued to progress. He's now experiencing the same hallucinations that Gerry spoke to him about earlier on in the episode.
Is Paul hallucinating throughout the episode?
Some people with Parkinson's may experience hallucinations, sometimes as a side effect of medication or as a symptom of an additional condition. So, is this what's happening with Paul?
The first time Paul meets Gerry, it's pretty clear that he isn't a hallucination. When Paul is called by the doctor, the first thing she says is "Gerry, I'll grab you in a minute," indicating that she can see him too.
It's only at the end of the episode that there's any indication Paul is seeing and hearing something other characters cannot. This is what makes it such a painful moment — like Paul's trembling hand, it's yet another sign that the disease is impacting more and more parts of him.
Shrinking Season 3 is now streaming on Apple TV with new episodes Wednesdays.
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Bad Bunnys halftime show sparked emotional reactions across the Americas. See the heartwarming videos now.
During Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show, millions of viewers experienced the performance together — cheering in living rooms, filming on their phones, and reacting in real time. But for those of Latin American descent, hearing their home countries named out loud during Benito's grand finale made the moment especially meaningful.
In his closing act, Bad Bunny transformed the stage into a celebration of the Americas. Dancers carried flags from countries across North, Central, and South America, while a massive screen behind him flashed messages like "The only thing more powerful than hate is love." He capped the roll call of nations with a declaration that "together, we are America," framing the finale as a moment of shared identity and joy.
For those watching at home, the emotion didn't end when the music stopped. Viewers immediately took to social media to document their reactions, sharing clips of their friends and families cheering, hugging, and erupting with pride when their countries were named — turning a televised performance into a collective celebration.
Together, these clips formed a digital mosaic of diaspora, stitched from small, intimate moments across phone screens and time zones. Each video captured the same feeling: that for a few minutes, home — wherever it was — didn't feel so far away.
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Best last-minute deals on Valentines Day flowers so far — you have way more options than plain roses
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Unless your recipient has explicitly expressed their disdain for receiving flowers (we all know at least one hater), you really can't go wrong with surprising someone with fresh blooms for Valentine's Day. Not when there are so many opportunities to pick out a truly unique bouquet that fits his or her tastes: Most of the best flower delivery services are offering great last-minute Valentine's Day deals on flower deliveries, saving you 25% to 50% on a gift for the upcoming romantic weekend.
1-800-Flowers is your go-to spot for a classic bouquet of roses on a budget, while The Bouqs Co. and Urban Stems have elevated takes on traditional arrangements that aren't like anything you'd walk past in the grocery store. A majority of bouquets on sale can be delivered by Saturday, Feb. 14 (check the earliest possible delivery date for each). Either way, you're bound to find some pretty stems that scream "them" — so while the timing itself is rushed, the flowers they receive don't have to feel like an afterthought.
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SAVE $30: As of Feb. 10, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is on sale for just $69.99 at Amazon. That's 30% off its list price of $99.99.
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Mashable's shopping team has spent quite a bit of time with Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speakers and we're big fans. We love the Hyperboom and Epicboom, but the itty bitty Wonderboom is one of our absolute favorites. If you're in the market for a portable Bluetooth speaker, we highly recommend this tiny powerhouse — especially when it's on sale.
As of Feb. 10, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is down to just $69.99 at Amazon. That's 30% off its list price of $99.99 and just 10 bucks shy of its best-ever price from Black Friday.
Our favorite sub-$100 Bluetooth speaker, the Wonderboom 4 fits in the palm of your hand but offers surprisingly balanced and powerful sound. As Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard noted in our roundup, "the sound profile is well-rounded and can get loud."
It can last up to 14 hours on a full charge, handles drops from up to five feet like a champ, and can be submerged in water for up to half an hour. We do wish it offered a companion app to customize the sound profile, but for a ultra-portable no-frills speaker, it's an excellent value.
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