"The Morning Show" travels to California to cover the wildfires engulfing the state. Alex struggles on and off screen as she is still angry at Bradley for accusing her of covering for Mitch and is devastated by Jason's decision to officially divorce. After melting down on screen she is comforted by Bradley and the two later reconcile when Alex opens up about the divorce and Bradley talks about her alcoholic father.
Fearing for his job, Chip suggests he could be an ally in helping Cory take over for Fred leading Cory to suggest that he only come to him when he has real dirt on Fred. Hannah gives Claire professional advice which leads to Claire successfully lobbying Bradley for a position as her assistant. Later, Hannah catches her sneaking into Yanko's room to celebrate.