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We head to the Garden State for this installment of the “Housewives” franchise, focusing on affluent Jersey girls who are more than just friends. The cast has changed through the seasons but the featured housewives through the years have included Caroline Manzo, a devoted wife and mother of three adult children; former Las Vegas cosmetologist Jacqueline Laurita, who is now a full-time housewife; and Teresa Giudice, a mother of four who runs her household without help from a nanny or personal assistant.
Garden State of Emergency (Episode 1) 6.0
Air date: 2013-06-02
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The wives' holiday homes are in ruins after Hurricane Sandy, Jacqueline faces her son's diagnosis of autism, and Caroline's shocking offer to Joe Gorga could push the wives toward war.
A Manzo of Her Word (Episode 2) 6.0
Air date: 2013-06-09
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Melissa considers selling her house and moving. Meanwhile, Kathy is tested by her son and her husband; the Lauritas host a poker night; and Caroline and Teresa square off in a fiery exchange.
It's My Party and I'll Fight If I Want To (Episode 3) 6.0
Air date: 2013-06-16
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Teresa's father goes to the ICU just as the family gears up for a birthday party. Elsewhere, tension grows between Kathy and Teresa; Caroline returns to an unkempt mansion; and a white lie infuriates Teresa.
Gym Rats (Episode 4) 6.0
Air date: 2013-06-23
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Melissa's past is comes back to haunt her. Kathy hosts a birthday celebration for her daughter and husband. Teresa becomes emotional after she runs into her brother while out.
Everything Is Coming Up Rosie (Episode 5) 6.0
Air date: 2013-06-30
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Jacqueline meets with the doctor to discuss her son's medical issues. Melissa and Joe fight over rumors Teresa has been saying. Caroline feels that her children are becoming too much like their father.
Drinking With the Enemy (Episode 6) 6.0
Air date: 2013-07-07
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rumors about cheating spread. Meanwhile, Teresa plans a healing retreat, where she may have to face Jacqueline, and Kathy attempts to elude all the drama.
When Joes Collide (Episode 7) 7.0
Air date: 2013-07-14
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The ladies head to Lake George; Teresa prepares to confront Jacqueline; a relationship-building exercise goes awry and threatens to destroy the whole group.
Scum One, Scum All (Episode 8) 7.0
Air date: 2013-07-21
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Teresa's husband and brother fight; Caroline tries to keep the family together.
On Thin Guid-Ice (Episode 9) 6.0
Air date: 2013-07-28
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Teresa, her brother and their spouses see a relationship expert; Caroline has a surprising healing agenda.
Best Frenemies Forever (Episode 10) 6.0
Air date: 2013-08-04
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Tessa and Jacqueline come face to face; Caroline's husband makes a shocking demand; Melissa and Joe get an offer.
Children of the Scorned (Episode 11) 5.0
Air date: 2013-08-11
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Joe spends time with his goddaughter; Teresa hosts a charity event and confronts Jacqueline; Jacqueline makes an impulsive decision that has her family worried.
Hair-binger of Doom (Episode 12) 7.0
Air date: 2013-08-18
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: An article about Melissa's marriage causes problems; Jacqueline returns from L.A.; Kathy questions her partnership with Rich.
Spaghetti Western & Meatballs (Episode 13) 6.0
Air date: 2013-08-25
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The ladies go to Arizona to celebrate Melissa's birthday; Jacqueline struggles to mend her relationship with Teresa; Kathy receives a message from another realm.
Horse Whisper to a Scream (Episode 14) 6.0
Air date: 2013-09-01
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Unorthodox therapy opens old wounds and leaves Caroline in tears; Melissa and Jacqueline face their trust issues; Teresa's husband reveals something shocking.
Zen Things I Hate About You (Episode 15) 6.0
Air date: 2013-09-08
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: A high-wire course is a trust test for Teresa and Melissa; Teresa and Jacqueline grow closer; Caroline and Kathy intervene when tensions boil over between Teresa and her brother.
The Blonde Drops a Bombshell (Episode 16) 6.0
Air date: 2013-09-15
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Jacqueline faces her fear of public speaking; Caroline debates on selling her family home; an unsettling secret surfaces.
Hair We Go Again (Episode 17) 6.0
Air date: 2013-09-22
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Caroline's boys open their new restaurant; Melissa goes to Orlando for a live radio performance; Teresa and Jacqueline face their enemies at the opening of their boutique.
Salon, Farewell (Episode 18) 7.0
Air date: 2013-09-29
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Someone new gets involved in a confrontation, Teresa tries to clear her name, and Kathy, Jacqueline and Caroline focus on their own families.
Reunion (Part 1) (Episode 19)
Air date: 2013-10-06
Overview: The season's most talked-about moments with Joe Guidice and Joe Gorga.
Reunion (part 2) (Episode 20)
Air date: 2013-10-13
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Teresa and Joe speak about the charges they're faced with; Rosie shares her experience; the ladies discuss the season.
The Real Housewives Tell All (1) (Episode 21)
Air date: 2013-10-20
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Never-before-seen footage, from extravagant events to bizarre antics.
The Real Housewives Tell All (2) (Episode 22)
Air date: 2013-10-20
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: More never-before-seen footage from the season.
