Wife Swap Episodes	Season 5
Back To Pazsaz Entertainment Network's Wife Swap Page Heene/Martel The Heene family from Colorado live life on the edge. Wife Mayumi and storm scientist Richard take their three kids, Bradford, Ryo and Falcon, out of school to go on storm chasing missions to prove Richard's theories about magnetic fields and gravity. If conditions are right, Mayumi wakes her family by shouting "Storm Approaching, Storm Approaching!" into a bullhorn. The family sleep in their clothes so they can leap out of bed and into the storm-mobile. Richard calls Mayumi his ninja wife; she maintains equipment, drives the storm-mobile, films tornadoes and waits with the kids while Richard jumps on his motorbike, heads into the eye of the storm and launches rockets to measure magnetic forces. At home the family are as chaotic as a twister: the kids have no table manners and throw themselves around the house, and while Richard devotes every moment to his research, he expects Mayumi to cook, clean and run the house without any help. Meanwhile on a quiet street in Connecticut, the Martel family - wife Karen, husband Jay and their two kids, Max and Dean - live a life of calm and safety. Dad is so committed to safety that he runs a child-proofing business devoted to identifying dangers and risks and making sure kids stay out of harm's way. With all the precautions taken to keep them safe, Max and Dean seem to be afraid of everything. The Martels conduct safety fire drills, make sure the kids wear protective gear on their bikes and pogo-sticks and never let the boys out of their sight. The atmosphere in the house is calm and serene, and Karen and Jay are equal partners. In the first week, Karen Martel moves to Colorado and has to overcome her fears as she becomes a storm-chaser. She is shocked as the Heene kids jump off banisters and run wild, and appalled by Richard's attitude to women. Meanwhile at the Martels', Mayumi Heene sees safety gates everywhere and wonders how the family have fun. She asks the kids about their anxieties and confronts Jay about the climate of fear in his house. In the second week of the swap when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Karen tries to bring order to the Heenes' chaos, with Richard fighting her rules every step of the way, and the Martels have hold on tight as Mayumi shouts "Storm Approaching! Storm Approaching!" At the end of two weeks, will Karen Martel bring peace and order to the chaotic Heene household? And can Mayumi free the Martel kids from fear? McCaslin/Deekens The McCaslin family from New York State live by the motto, "whatever it takes." Wife Sandi, husband Zane and daughters Sarah and Kerri all hold benchpressing and powerlifting records. They live in an old converted school and spend most of their time together training in the gym pushing each other on to their next big lift. Outside of the gym, life for the McCaslins is easygoing and full of practical jokes; they live in sweats and really don't care what others think because ultimately they have each other. The family invite their friends round for "Gameland" an raucous evening of board games, joking and playful insults. The only thing Sandi would change about her family is the girls' aversion to chores. Meanwhile on a quiet street in Virginia, the Deekens live a life of quiet and calm gentility. Wife Donna is on a one-woman mission to bring femininity, etiquette and the ladylike art of tea parties to the girls of Virginia. She presents her tea parties in a range of personas, dressing as a princess, a Victorian lady and a fairy queen, and prepares thoroughly for each tea counting out tiaras, testing flashing wands and personally picking up the specially decorated cakes. Husband Bill and son Greg find her obsession silly and childish, but that doesn't stop from Greg helping out behind the scenes or spending money. In the Deekens' house, the family lead separate lives, coming together for quiet meals and their sedate daily walk where spotting a squirrel is a cause for excitement. In the first week of the swap, Donna is plunged into the McCaslins' testosterone driven world of weight-lifting and struggles with the idea of young girls benching more than most men. Meanwhile Sandi finds the world of tea-parties slightly ridiculous and breaks down when she realizes the lack of support Bill and Greg give to Donna's dream. In the second week, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Sandi resolves to change everything in the Deekens' home for Donna, and Donna finds the true meaning of family support with the rough and ready McCaslins. At the end of two weeks, will Sandi succeed in showing Bill and Greg the meaning of family? And can Donna turn the bench-pressing McCaslin girls into demure little princesses? Kinsman/Thompson The Kinsman family lives a simple, frugal life in Maine. Captain Bob, a lobsterman, and wife Barbara live in a rustic log cabin with Barbara's daughter, Casey. Lobstering is financially insecure so the Kinsmans pinch pennies wherever they can, heating their cabin with wood from the forest, drying their old clothes on the line and picking up treasures from the local dump. Casey has to make do with her mom's hand me downs and out of date fashions - it's been a year since Barbara bought her any clothes. Life for Casey is strict, structured and full of chores. Captain Bob tries to support his step-daughter in sports, but he treats her more like a crewmate than the sensitive 13-year-old she is. In California Michelle Thompson brings new meaning to the phrase "shop til you drop" - she shops in stores or online every day, filling her and her family's closets with up to date labeled fashions in the pursuit of looking great. Husband Carey has spent thousands of dollars on Michelle's plastic surgeries and high-end wardrobe and loves people noticing his "hot" family. The three Thompson kids - Brandon, Megan and Noah - have to be bribed to behave, and even then the bribery doesn't work for long. Brandon is Carey's stepson and their relationship is difficult. Carey can't decide whether to be a parent or a friend, so the two tend to ignore each other. In the first week of the swap, Barbara scrubs up well with Michelle's hour-and-half hair and make-up routine and is appalled at the money pouring out of Carey's wallet and the lack of structure and discipline in the house. Meanwhile, Michelle sees the fishy side of the Kinsmans as she puts on her waders and starts scooping dead fish on Captain Bob's lobster boat. At home she rebels against the number of chores Casey has to do and becomes upset about the lack of connection between Bob and his step-daughter. In week two the wives change the rules. Barbara and Carey clash as she tries to introduce structure, discipline and a budget in the Thompson home. In Maine Michelle begins the mission of building Casey's confidence and showing Captain Bob that his rough, tough lobstering ways are ruining his relationship with his sensitive step-daughter. At the end of the week, will Captain Bob show his softer side? And can Barbara show Carey that money is not the way to a happy family? Melton/Dufrene Brandi Dufrene and husband Pookie run airboat tours on the Bayou, while their three boys, Dalen, Gavin and Zane, run wild in the swamp - fishin', huntin' and froggin' and treading a trail of mud into the Dufrene home. Brandi is fighting a losing battle as the only girl in a house of Cajun wildmen. The boys use her makeup as warpaint and leave muddy socks all around the yard. Husband Pookie is no help, egging his boys on to more mischief and leaving Brandi to cope with all the chores and discipline. Brandi gets a taste of life outside the swamp when she travels to the home of the Melton family in California. Wife Monique and husband Mike are classically trained ballet dancers, and son Jake has been following in their footsteps since the tender age of three. Monique and Mike are raising their son to appreciate the finer things in life, taking him to operas, art galleries and wine and cheese parties. As performers, all three Meltons take extreme care of their appearance, and both Mike and Monique always make sure Jake looks his best. In the first week of the swap Brandi trades her swamp clothes for a dress, as she hosts a soire for the Meltons' sophisticated wine and cheese crowd. Meanwhile Monique messes up her manicure as she pulls frogs out of the swamp and picks up the boys' muddy socks. In the second week, when the wives change the rules. Brandi holds a "mantervention" to toughen up Mike and Jake, while Monique introduces the wild Dufrene boys to ballet, opera, manners and chores. When the couples are reunited, will Monique learn to let Jake be his own boy? Will Brandi be able to tame her ragin' Cajuns? Martin/Vallone In Florida, the Vallone family may only have $30 in their bank account, but they are rich... in karma that is. Wife Jana, husband Jason and their four children, Ezekiel, Shashamane, Malachi and Sheba, live in a trailer where all four kids share a bed. Jason is a singer in a reggae band that's waiting for its big break; instead of working a nine-to-five, he devotes his time to the band. Jana cooks, cleans and home-schools the kids according to the principles of ONE LOVE. At the Vallones', Jah will provide, so if the kids want to go to the beach instead of learning spelling, Jana and Jason head to the ocean. A world away in Texas, the Martins pursue the American dream in their well kept home. Wife Katrina and ex-marine Troy value order and meticulous financial management. They always have a financial goal in mind, whether it's an upgrade to their pool or an $8,000 home theatre system. Their three daughters, Allyson, Charlene and Emily, have a rigorous schedule of chores which MUST be completed by 4.30 p.m. when Troy inspects their work. Troy polices the girls and is especially hard on his biological daughter, Allyson who craves a closer relationship with her dad. Once in Texas, Jana is horrified by the girls' chores and can't understand why Troy is so harsh with his daughter. In Florida Katrina is shocked at Jason's unconcern for providing for his family, as she watches the kids do whatever they want. In the second week, Jana clashes with Troy as she tries to show him that happiness comes from giving to others and also tries to heal the rift between him and his daughter. In Florida Katrina and Jason clash when she sends him to work at a job, and the Vallone kids experience public school for the first time. At the end of their time together, will Jana be able to heal Troy's wounded relationship with his daughter? And will Katrina convince Jason to pursue the American dream? Brown/Neighbors The Neighbors family know that appearances are important and that, if anything is worth doing, it's worth doing well. Wife Jessica and husband Alan studied the art of parenting and are totally involved in their children's lives, which means going to school every day to check their kids' desks and meet with their teachers. At home in Idaho, daughter Kassidy and son Kaden have a rigid routine of gymnastics, soccer, music lessons and chores. The children's performance is monitored by Jessica's intricate star chart system; if the children win enough stars, they earn a pizza and a movie. Safety is a priority to Jessica, so the children are never left unattended and both are buckled into booster seats for every car trip, even though Kassidy now finds this embarrassing. Meanwhile in Ohio, the Brown family lives a chaotic life of yo-yos, rock music and taking life as it comes. Wife Marlee is a freelance graphic designer juggling a heavy workload with her two boys, Maverick and Zane. Husband Steve, a yo-yo champion who performs in a tutu when he's not working long hours in the family's zany shop, believes the best way to teach responsibility to kids is to leave them free to turn the house upside down. Steve is Zane's step-dad, and his hands-off approach to parenting means the two have a distant and uninvolved relationship, while Marlee is too busy trying to keep her job, her boys and the house together to do anything about it. In the first week of the swap, Jessica is uncomfortable with the chaos in the Brown home; she can't believe the lack of parental involvement and insists on picking Zane up from school. In Idaho, Marlee is upset by the pressure she feels Alan is putting on his kids, and confronts him after he shouts during their gymnastics and soccer practice. In the second week, when the wives change the rules, Jessica takes Steve back to school to teach him how to parent, while Marlee forces Alan to put on a vest filled with weights so he can feel the weight of his kids' worries. At the end of the week, will Jessica bring Steve and Zane closer with her parenting expertise? And will Marlee convince Alan to ease up on his kids? Berwick/Roachford For the Berwicks from Illinois, life is about pursuing your dreams - as long as your name is Pete. Pete is still chasing his dream of becoming a mega rock star, and wife Denise will do anything to support him. Pete's so focused on his own career, he takes bookings even on holidays. Daughter Faith feels she takes second place to her dad's dreams. Pete's music gigs don't pay enough to cover the bills, so he makes his money singing telegrams dressed like a gorilla, a chicken or a pirate. As well as making all of Pete's bookings, Denise does all the household chores; Pete believes that "(brides') wedding dresses are white so they match the appliances." Denise does everything for Faith too, including putting up with her temper tantrums. But in Georgia no one talks back to Val Roachford. Val runs her family like a business, training her nine children to unload groceries assembly line style. She expects her husband, Greg, and the children to do whatever needs to be done to keep the house running smoothly. Daughter Briana had been co-opted as a third parent and is so busy caring for her eight brothers and sisters, she never has a moment alone. In this house, dreams take a back seat to efficiency in managing a household of eleven. In the first week, Denise moves to Georgia and has to adjust to the efficiency of the Roachford home. She worries the children are stifling their passions as they follow the regimen of all work and no play, and bonds with Briana, as she warns her about giving up her dreams. Meanwhile at the Berwicks', Val gets into a chicken suit and sings for her new family's supper. She criticizes Pete for his selfish lifestyle and follows him to one of his gigs to ask him why he isn't at home with his daughter. In the second week of the swap, to show the family the importance of fun, Denise dresses everyone up in chicken suits to perform "the world's largest chicken gram." At the Berwicks', Val locks up Pete's instruments and invents "Holiday Day" to make up for all the holidays Pete has missed. Can Denise help the Roachfords see how important dreams are? And can Val show Pete that the only thing he should be striving for is more time with his daughter? Cooper/Kukta The Kukta family from Utah are obsessed with the exhilaration of the "sweep." They enter raffles and contests and travel from supermarket to supermarket buying products tied to competitions. They have piles of packets of cat food with competition panels snipped out, but they don't own a cat. Wife Heidi never goes anywhere without her "sweeping tools," two telephones on separate lines, and husband Andy wakes up at 3:00 a.m. to play online contests because, "while you're sleeping, he's sweeping." The house revolves around Andy and Heidi's shared daughters Catherine and Aimee, while Heidi's two older daughters, Jennie and Miranda, fight for step-dad Andy's attention. The older girls do endless chores and cater to their younger sisters like two modern day cinderellas. At 9:00 p.m. the house goes on "lockdown" so the younger girls can get a proper night's sleep. A social life outside the family is out of the question. Instead Heidi and Andy feel that any spare time should be spent collecting old bottle caps from the trash cans in the neighborhood so they can enter prize draws. Meanwhile, the Cooper family from the Florida Keys live their lives as if they were on permanent vacation. Jim and Joanna quit their normal 9 to 5 jobs to relax and enjoy life with their two kids, Caya and Andreas. They run a DJ and wedding video business so they can make a living off of their love of partying. The Coopers love the Keys so much, they convinced Joanna's parents to move in so they'd always have someone around to baby-sit. With the kids taken care of, Jim and Joanna can bounce from party to party and stay out until the sun comes up. For the Coopers, life isn't about keeping a clean house or enforcing boring rules; Jim and Joanna see no need to wear watches, and are content carousing around the island of never-ending fun. In the first week, Heidi moves to the Florida Keys and is thrust into the party spotlight when the Coopers host a bash for 50. She questions the free flowing, careless lifestyle on the island, which she calls an "adult playland." Meanwhile at the Kuktas', Joanna is astonished by the amount of time and money that is spent entering sweepstakes. She also notices the disconnection between step-dad Andy and the older girls, and is concerned they aren't able to lead normal teenage lives. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Heidi introduces the Cooper family to the wholesome fun of bottle collecting and exploring the supermarket for contest opportunities. She also forces Jim to get a traditional 9 to 5 job in hopes he'll learn to provide for his family instead of partying. In the meantime, Joanna bans sweeping from the Kukta home and encourages Jennie and Miranda to throw a luau for all their friends, against Andy's wishes. After two weeks in another home, can Heidi Kukta teach the heedless Coopers the importance of responsibility? And can Joanna show the Kuktas their sweeping obsession is ruining family? Dusseau/Smith-Snider The Dusseau family from Colorado is in it to win it. Traditional wife Crystal and dad Tim believe they are incapable of making ugly children. They are proud that Kaylee has a perfectly symmetrical face and, true to the family's philosophy, she's already a winner with 12 pageant trophies and 2 crowns. Son Kyle retired from the pageant world with 54 trophies at the ripe old age of 6 and now competes in wrestling, despite his wishes to just be a kid. Giving your all is the only option in the Dusseau home. Crystal even tries to be the ultimate housewifeshe wears high-heeled boots to clean the house and husband Tim has only seen her without make-up once. Tim is proud of his hot wife and believes his job is to provide for his family, while his wife takes care of the home. Meanwhile in Washington, the free-spirited Smith-Snider family focus on what's on the inside. Esther doesn't bother with make-up or fixing her hair She's too busy saving lives in the ER as a highly trained doctor working 100 hours a week. She spends little time with her family because, when she's not working, she lets off steam at the roller rink as the Esterminator,' knocking over other roller girls dressed in fishnets and punk gear. While Esther is away, Eric stays at home and keeps the house. He "unschools" his daughters, Willow and Rowan, giving them the freedom to choose what they want to learn and how they want to learn it. Esther and Eric would rather their girls enjoy life than worry about formal education and social skills. Eric spends so much time with his girls, he's lost touch with his friends, his career as a potter and his own social life. In the first week, Crystal has to go to a roller derby after working all day at a doctor's office. She find's it hard to accept that Eric stays at home alone with the girls while Esther pursues her career, her hobby and her own social life. Meanwhile at the Dusseaus', Esther is appalled by the number of trophies and tiaras in the children's rooms and, after Kaylee loses a pageant for the first time in her successful career, Esther compares pageants to dog shows. She finds Tim's views on women unacceptable and says that wife Crystal is just another trophy to him. In the second week of the swap when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, in the Dusseau home Esther takes away the trophies and tries to teach the family that life isn't always about winning. And Tim gets to find out how it feels to clean a house in high heel boots. In Washington, Crystal turns Willow and Rowan into pageant princesses to boost their self-esteem. And Eric becomes one of the boys on the football field, as he tries picking on people his own size. At the end of two weeks, can Esther convince Tim that girls can have brains as well as looks? And can Crystal show Eric that his wife is leaving him behind? McIntyre/Keyser The McIntyre family from Michigan live to save a trip to the supermarket can end up MAKING them money. Denise and George believe people who pay full price for anything are crazy, so they plan trips to the supermarket around their bulging binder of coupons and only eat out if they can do it at a reduced price. They keep stacks of cleaning products and toiletries in their basement acquired through their never-ending pursuit of two for one offers. With so much effort spent couponing, the McIntyres don't have much time for friends or a social life but they don't miss what they have never had. Like mom and dad, the MacIntyres' twin sons, David and Nick, spend most of their time indoors either playing video games or goofing around with dad George. The boys have to do the same single activity to save money on gas and fees, so most of their time is spent with each other. All the money the family is saving is going into the rapidly growing college fund for the twins. Life runs at a very different pace for the Keyser family from Pennsylvania. Andrea and Mark met in college and were the toast of the fraternity and sorority scene. It's important to the Keysers that they look as successful as they feel. Mark and Andrea maintain their top dollar tans on their $3500 tanning bed, Mark works out whenever he is not working or coaching the kids, and the kids all pay attention to their looks to fit in with the in crowd at school. The Keysers don't waste time worrying about money; they're too busy managing their busy social lives, planning their next lavish neighborhood luau and shuttling their three kids - Brianne, Anthony and Brock - to sporting activities. The kids are pushed to excel at multiple sports, because Andrea and Mark are banking on scholarships to pay for college. In the first week, Andrea is shocked by the extent of the McIntyres' saving obsession and is totally embarrassed by George's schemes to score cut price pizza. She also notices that the boys are awkward in company and cut off from kids their own age. Meanwhile, at the Keyser home, Denise finds it impossible to spend an extensive party budget given to her by Mark and is disturbed at how disconnected the on-the-go Keysers are from each other. In the second week of the swap when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Andrea bans coupons from the McIntyre home and George loses his cool. She tries to turn George from saving-nerd to cool-dude with an expensive makeover and enrolls the boys in football to help them socialize and gain self-esteem. At the Keysers', Denise brings the out of control spending to a screeching halt with her trusty coupon binder. And she tries to slow down the freight train of activities to give the kids some unpressured time with their dad. After two weeks, can Andrea make the reclusive McIntyre family realize that there is a whole world outside their couponing home? And can Denise help the Keysers realize they need to spend less money and spend more time with their invaluable family? Long/Stephens-Folwer The Longs from Missouri are a patriotic, all-American family who live for paint ball. Wife Gayla is just one of the boys on the paint ball field, but at home she is happy to take care of all the household chores, which husband Alan has deemed "skirt work." When Alan is not wreaking havoc with his four wild and crazy boys - Cody, Coltan, Clayton and Cameron - he serves as the mayor of their 55-person town. The Longs are proud of their Midwestern roots and consider their lifestyle the "American way." Corn dogs and fast food are staples in their home, and their exercise comes from riding ATVs. Alan and Gayla want their kids to have fun; education and the environment can take a backseat. Meanwhile, the Stephens-Fowler family from Northern California consider themselves "citizens of the world." They strive for excellence in both mind and body. Life coach and certified weight-loss hypnotherapist Rene and British-born environmental entrepreneur Stephen raise their children, Juliette and James, to be both health and environmentally conscious. With a diet of strictly organic food and weekends spent doing "family fitness activities," the kids admit they can't remember the last time they had a French fry. Domestics are taken care of by a housekeeper, as that is regarded as a necessity in the Stephens-Fowler set. In order to ensure acceptance to an Ivy League school, they push their kids to excel in highbrow activities such as music, fencing and speaking foreign languages. Both children attend a bilingual school and have already visited over 12 countries. In the first week, Gayla Long leaves the heartland behind for life in the city. As a mom who works nights to spend her days with her boys, she is surprised Rene would spend her time on the treadmill while Stephen gets the kids off to school. With so much focus on education and hours of homework every night, she questions whether Juliette and James have any time for fun. Meanwhile, in the Long home, Rene attempts to use the washing machine, but fails to live up to Alan's expectations of "skirt work." She grows worried that the family's lack of exercise, combined with their "meat and potatoes" diet, are having a negative effect on the family's health. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Gayla attempts to bring some family-friendly excitement into the Stephens-Fowler home by introducing them to paintball and go-karts. Gayla's rule changes lead to a dramatic standoff between her and Stephen. In the meantime, Rene strives to teach the Longs about cutting down on fossil fuels and calories. She locks up the ATVs and exposes the family to hiking and healthier food options. After two weeks in another home, can Gayla Long convince the Stephens-Fowlers that there is more to life than school and work and help them bond as a family? And can Rene Stephens-Fowler show the Longs the importance of taking care of their bodies and expanding their horizons? Jones/Martinson The free-spirited Martinson family from California choose to go against the grain when it comes to educating their children. Instead of public schools, Mom Heather "fun-schools" her children using amusement parks and a homemade time machine. She encourages her three boys, Nick, Riley and Harrison, to question everything, including the theory of gravity. Self-employed, aspiring author Dad Lee shares Heather's perspectives and feels that schools are "socialist, anti-family rat holes." Both parents pride themselves in the chaotic environment they have created in their home; they feel less structure gives kids higher self-esteem. As a result, the boys have no chores or responsibilities. Without any restrictions on their appearance, they often choose to wear mismatched outfits, but it's all in the name of self expression. Meanwhile, the Jones family from Colorado are the ideal image of time management and structure. Speech pathologist and former beauty queen Mom Kerry believes formal education is the key to success and devotes her time to handling daughters Krista and Brooke's jam-packed schedule. As dancers, they spend 4-5 hours a night practicing while Kerry looks on. Both girls are expected to bring home A's and B's, even if it means staying up late to complete their homework. With the girls constantly on the go, Police Lieutenant Dad Mark spends most nights eating dinner alone. The little free time the girls have to spend with their father usually turns into Mark' patrolling and scolding them. He feels rules, chores and organization are necessary to keep the girls out of trouble. In the first week, Heather leaves her family and freedom behind for a taste of conformity. Upon arrival, she realizes her quirky wardrobe of homemade shirts won't cut it while living Kerry's picture perfect life. She is also amazed at how little time the Jones family spends together. After shuffling the girls to and from their dance rehearsals and observing Mark's brief yet tough interaction with the girls, she feels the family could really benefit from spending quality time together without any pressure. Meanwhile, in California, Kerry is bewildered by the family's empty schedule and by Heather's "fun-schooling" teaching methods. She is shocked to discover the boys are not performing at their grade level and confronts Lee about the boys' untraditional education. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Heather attempts to bring her radical ideas on education to the family. She takes the Jones to a theme park for some "fun-schooling," to the disbelief of Mark and the girls. To help Mark understand the pressure his girls are under to succeed, Heather rules that he go through their rigorous singing and dancing schedule. Across the mountains in Colorado, Kerry tries to bring structure and traditional curriculum into the Martinson home by sending both the boys and Lee back to school. Dressed in a new wardrobe, the boys are reluctant to join their peers, and Lee continues to question the validity of traditional education. After two weeks in another home, can Heather Martinson convince the Jones' that a day at an amusement park is the best way to educate? And can Kerry Jones help the Martinsons understand the importance of a good education and a structured environment? Bonnett/Linkins The Linkins from Virginia live in a world of fantasy. As a Live Action Role Player, Mom Grace spends her days dressed up as an elf, gypsy or queen and roams the forest with other fanciful characters from her LARPING group. When she's not in the woods, she spends 12 hours a day on the computer frolicking in virtual fantasy worlds, while Dad George runs the family cleaning business. Neither Grace nor George see a need to be strict parents, which sons Casey and Randy take full advantage of. With few rules and a mom who would rather create spell packets or fancy costumes, sleeping in or bringing home less than stellar grades is totally acceptable. Randy's real dream is to become more active and try football, wrestling or martial arts, but his parents have discouraged him from these intense sports in favor of LARPING. Meanwhile, the success-driven Bonett family from Florida believe the sky is the limit if you have the right attitude. On the advice of a motivational speaker, Dad Warren starts each day jumping on a mini trampoline, which gets his blood pumping and puts him on the road to success with a positive attitude. Mom Prebble covers the mirrors in the house with motivational messages for kids Wyndham and Celia to keep them thinking positive! However attitude is only half of the formulaeducation and hard work are essential to the Bonetts' success. Warren and Prebble lead by example and are workaholic real estate agents; Warren's phone is attached to his ear at all times, and his laptop is never out of his sight. And, since higher education is mandatory for their kids, Warren and Prebble have gone as far as to cut the kids out of the will if they don't attend college. In the first week of the swap, Grace Linkins leaves behind her life of fantasy and journeys into the real world at the Bonnet home. She is impressed by the care and precision that has been taken to keep the Bonett home immaculate, but is troubled by how much time Warren spends on work and how little time he spends with his family. An exhausted Grace worries that, with so much focus on setting and achieving goals, the Bonnets are missing out on valuable, relaxed family time. Meanwhile in Virginia, energetic Prebble has trouble adjusting to the slow-paced Linkins home. She feels Grace spends too much time on childish role playing in the forest instead of taking care of her home or encouraging her kids to reach their greatest potential in life. Prebble attempts to show George his lax attitude is making his kids go nowhere fast. In the second week, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Grace strives to bring the world of imagination into the Bonnet home. She breaks down after pleading with Warren to turn off his phone, lock up his computer and join his kids in a LARP. The usually structured Bonett family finds it difficult to morph into whimsical characters and join the world of make believe. Meanwhile, Prebble Bonett attempts to bring a dose of reality into the laidback Linkins' home. To better prepare them for their future, Prebble encourages Randy to go for his dream and try martial arts. and she persuades Casey to get a haircut and go on a real job interview. After two weeks in another home, can Grace Linkins show the uptight, go-getting Bonetts that a little fantasy isn't going to stop them from being successful? And can Prebble Bonnet motivate the Linkins to leave the world of fantasy behind to achieve real life goals and become successful? Petersen/Vaughn In California's northern Bay area, the Petersons are an unconventional family of three. Parents Susan and David teach laughing yoga while raising their only child, 10 year-old Victor. Victor is the head of the household, creates rules for his friends, has no actual responsibilities and bosses his parents around on a daily basis. David, although the father of the home, is a self-proclaimed freak who is proud to be nuts and prides himself on wearing a tiara, as well as tie-dyed clothing. Susan and David operate on the supposition that Victor's happiness is everything. Their non-traditional lifestyle is reflected in their attitude that husband or wife, male or female, everyone plays an equal role at home and in society. In a more remote part of California, in an isolated town with a population of 50, resides the Vaughn family. Justin, the father, is a dairy farmer who rarely sees his four children or wife, and is often more concerned with his cows than his own family. Beth, the mother and disciplinarian of the home, is strict and teaches her children that life is not fun, but involves hard work and sacrifice; she's content not to be a friend to her kids, but rather the authoritarian. Ryan, Zachary, Marissa and Grace live alone on their farm, 40 miles from school, and have multiple chores that take up most of their free time. The kids are sad to live such an isolated existence, but parents Justin and Beth maintain that life isn't always fun and happy. In the first week, Susan leaves her husband, son and laughing yoga for a more traditional role as a mother. She arrives at the Vaughn home to find it spotless, but realizes how lonely it is when every day is spent cleaning and tidying up. Susan connects almost immediately with the children, but she's saddened by their isolation. Meanwhile, up north, Beth arrives to a new environment and is freaked out by all the odd statues and decorations in the home. She's concerned with David's lack of authority and Victor's manipulations. After participating in some laughing yoga sessions, Beth is convinced that the Vaughns have not faced the reality of parenting, and she's distraught at Victor's spoiled and rude behavior. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Susan is determined to bring fun back to the Petersen farm. She begins with attempts to have Justin spend more time with the kids, which at first results in confrontation and battles, but that eventually changes when Susan sets aside her laughing yoga and focuses more on the interests of the children. They attend a football practice, have a family whipped cream fight, and the kids finally get to spend more time with their father. Beth, on the other hand, sets out to create more structure to the Petersen home. It begins when she hides David and Victor's clothes and replaces them with more "masculine" attire. Since Beth sees David as a poor example to Victor, she asks him to start disciplining Victor, which proves difficult. David and Beth argue almost constantly over parenting methods, but then David begins to see that Victor is manipulative and that showing a little authority may not be such a bad idea. After two weeks in another home, can Susan Petersen convince the Vaughns that life should be fun and family focused? And can Beth Vaughn show the Petersens that being a parent is not always about being a best friend, but rather about finding a balance between example and enforcement? Chi/Edwards In New York, the Chi family is all about getting down to business. Wife Myra turned husband Charles' passion for martial arts into a business, and together they run two successful martial arts schools. Myra is the CEO, Charles is the "product," and kids Meagan and Charles Lee serve as role models to other students. When they aren't putting in exhausting hours at the studio, Myra runs the family's home life much like a corporation. She proudly admits she's the dictator and makes her children sign a document making them citizens of the family. Meagan and Charles Lee have an extensive chore list because Myra admits messiness "distorts her brain." Through martial arts and a tough parenting style, Myra and Charles hope their children will learn the structure, discipline and respect they need to succeed in life. Meanwhile, the eccentric Edwards family of Washington lives to entertain. Wife Jackie and husband Phil are actors, singers and celebrity impersonators. They own and operate a community theater out of their home, and Jackie spends most of her time swamped in fabric because she's constantly making new costumes. She loves to dress up as Dolly Parton, Mae West or Marilyn Monroe, while Phil dons pirate costumes and delivers singing telegrams. Free-spirited daughter Elisa has few rules and is following in her parents' footsteps, dreaming of acting and singing professionally. With so much creative energy flowing through the house, there's no time for domestics matters. Dishes are only done when it's absolutely necessary, and bills often get lost in the shuffle. But Jackie doesn't worry; she believes, "If life gets messy, just go with it!" In the first week, Myra Chi leaves behind order and structure to live the chaotic life of Jackie Edwards. While dressing up in Jackie's costumes and trying to run the family's theater, she determines the Edwards aren't marketing their talents in a way that could benefit them financially. With the dishes piled high, clothes strewn about and no organization in sight, Myra has difficulty stomaching the home and dramatically walks out. Meanwhile, upon arrival in New York, free spirit Jackie Edwards finds the immaculate Chi home "sterile." She observes the cold interaction between Charles and his kids as he rewards them with cash for their chores, and worries the blurred lines between family and business might have a negative effect on the kids. In the second week, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Myra Chi and Phil Edwards battle for control. She attempts to empower the family by introducing them to martial arts. Using his newly acquired discipline, Phil sets up a public speaking seminar to help bring in some extra income. At home, Myra wants both Phil and Elisa to pitch in and help organize things. Meanwhile, in the detached Chi home, Jackie Edwards bans all chores and eliminates the family's citizenship agreement. To help bring the family closer together, she asks the Chi kids to give up one of their prized possessions in exchange for quality time with their father. After two weeks in another home, can Myra Chi help the Edwards family live their passion without sacrificing their financial stability? And can Jackie Edwards help the Chis recognize that families are meant to be loving and connected, not run like businesses? Heene/Silver In the 100th episode, two families from past episodes, voted on by viewers, return to swap again. A mom who believes she is psychic, speaks to the dead and controls the weather swaps families with a brood of storm-chasing science enthusiasts. The children of the two families face off at a kids' table meeting. Henstein/Toulou The Toulou family from Washington are doing their best to keep up with today's faltering economy. As real estate agents, Lisa and Troy are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In order to cut down on expenses, the Toulous recruit their two children, Lauren and Connor, to help them clean their office. Lisa has high expectations for the kids at home as well: Both Lauren and Connor have an extensive chore list, as Lisa aims for her house to look like a model home. They even have "by invitation only" rooms which the children cannot enter unless their parents give them approval. With so many chores and little time to relax, the Toulou children have no social life, leaving Connor to play with his only frienda stick. Further south in Oregon, anything goes in the Henstein home! Fun-loving Eric and Joyce like being "cool parents" to teenagers Josh, Jake and Erica. They have an open door policy in their house allowing the kids and their friends the freedom to flow in and out. To ensure she is able to spend as much time as possible catering to her kids' every whim, Joyce runs a daycare out of their home. Eric admits he will never strike it rich installing cabinets, but life is too short to worry about money. He'd much rather spend time with his kids playing practical jokes. In the happy Henstein home, it's hard to tell who the parents are and who the kids are, but they wouldn't have it any other way. In the first week, real estate agent Lisa leaves behind her model home for the no holds barred Henstein house. Upon arrival, she admits the unkempt house would need plenty of work if she were taking it on as listing. She also has trouble keeping her cool when the Henstein boys place a fake toy rodent in the kitchen cabinet. Though she tries to confront Eric, she sees that his antics are just as juvenile, and she compares the Henstein home to a fraternity house or a zoo. Meanwhile, in Washington, joyful Joyce finds the Toulou home to be prim, proper and a bit stuffy. When 10-year-old Connor tells her he helps out with his parents' business so that he doesn't have to live on the street, she understands how cheerless the Toulou kids' childhood really is. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Lisa bans all pranks. Since the Hensteins refuse to grow up, Lisa decides to treat them as children; every time they disobey one of her rules, they're sent to the "naughty chair." As the only adult in the house, Lisa expects Eric to lead by example, but to her dismay he continues to encourage the kids to break all the rules. Meanwhile, in Oregon, Joyce transfers all the kids' chores to Troy. She also turns the "by invitation only" rooms into a kid zone, complete with toys and an indoor basketball net. Joyce hopes a little fun and goofing around will bring Eric closer to his lonely children. After two weeks in another home, can Lisa Toulou help the Hensteins grow up and take life more seriously? And can Joyce Henstein show the Toulous that they need to put the focus on their kids rather than work? Brown/Holland The Hollands from North Carolina are true southerners who live for Demolition Derby! Parents Cliff (40) and Ginger (38) love to build, paint and destroy cars. With 80 junk cars in their backyard to play with, kids Courtney (12) and Curtis (7) already know how to strip a car's interior, change a tire and replace a bumper. To fuel their bodies, the Hollands love all things fried. Dad Cliff says they would try salad if they could figure out a way to fry it, and son Curtis demands chicken nuggets for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Hollands are happy to spoil their kids, and it's seven-year-old "King Curtis" who runs the Holland house. Whatever King Curtis wants, he gets, though Cliff justifies spoiling his kids by claiming they're "money poor, family rich." It's all in the name of down and dirty southern fun for the Holland family! In Florida, there are no spare tires around the waists of the Brown family. Dad "Sarge" (39) is former military turned fitness fanatic. Together Sarge and his wife, Joy (39), have created a hard-core fitness boot camp business, instructing up to four classes a day and putting their students on the path to excellence. At home Joy keeps the family healthy on a diet of raw fruits, vegetables and supplements. Son Sevin (8) has nightmares of vegetables chasing him if he eats unhealthy food. With so much time spent on fitness, Sarge rarely has time to spend with his kids, Sevin and Loren (5). Apparently he thinks he will have plenty of time in the future, because the Browns believe their healthy lifestyle will help them live to be 120. In the first week, Ginger Holland heads south for a week of boot camp, beginning before dawn every day, rain or shine. Though Sarge attempts to put her on a path to excellence, Ginger questions how healthy it is to replace food with supplement pills. She worries the family lives too much for the future without enjoying life in the present. Meanwhile in North Carolina, Joy Brown is introduced to the world of Demolition Derby. She struggles to see the point of buying cars only to smash them to pieces. She confronts Cliff in the hope he'll sell his cars for a profit, but Cliff responds that he is "fat, poor, and happy!" Joy observes the family's diet and wonders how they can function eating refined carbs and processed meat and cheese. King Curtis thinks Joy is too skinny and recommends she should "eat a little bit and be happy," just like him.In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Ginger tells Sarge he needs to leave his drill sergeant attitude behind and become a real dad to his kids. However, when she brings cookies home for the kids, Sarge can't help but monitor exactly how many his kids eat. Ginger finds it frustrating that Sarge can't relax and simply enjoy spending time with Sevin and Loren. Meanwhile, Joy Brown puts an end to the reign of King Curtis. She gives the Hollands a dose of military like structure and puts the family on a healthy, wholesome meal plan. Without his beloved chicken nuggets, King Curtis is infuriated; he packs his bags and stages a walkout to Grandma's house. After two weeks in another home, can Ginger Holland show the Brown family that no matter how healthy and fit you are, quality time with your family is what's most important? And can Joy Brown finally de-throne King Curtis? Mallick/Stewart Out west in Washington, the bad-to-the-bone Mallick family's motto is "everyone has a little white trash in them!" Biker mom Jennifer (30) and her bearded, biker husband, Jason (37), are proud owners of 13 motorcycles and parents to two hell-raising sons, Logan (7) and Damon (4). Jennifer often dons thigh-high- boots, short skirts and leather, transforming her into "Hot Biker Mama Jenn," which Jason loves to flaunt. The Mallicks frequently have their rowdy friends over for all night biker bashes, complete with a party pole for entertainment. Jennifer and Jason don't believe in censoring their gear-head sons and hope the exposure to the wild biker lifestyle will help the boys become less judgmental. Jason uses his love of biking to bond with his boys, spending time with them in his garage and teaching them valuable skills like building carburetors for their dirt bikes. The super-structured Stewart family from Pennsylvania believe "if you are lucky enough to be Irish, you are lucky enough!" Mom Pamela (47) and Dad Tim (47) are so proud of their Irish heritage, they've immersed their children, Kathleen (15) and Thomas (14), in up to four hours of Irish activities every day. Pamela participates in Irish Step Dancing with the kids, and Tim completes their family Irish band. Both Pamela and Tim believe their children's exhausting schedule, packed with wholesome Irish activities, keeps their kids out of trouble. With so much time spent rushing from folk dancing practice to Irish music classes, Kathleen and Thomas rarely get to see their father. Tim can often be found playing his accordion alone, with headphones on so he doesn't pollute their perfect home with noise. In the first week, Jennifer Mallick leaves behind her leather and chains for the prim and proper Stewart home. Upon arrival, she's shocked by the amount of time devoted to Irish music, dancing and art. After spending hour after hour transporting the kids to all of their activities, she is brought to tears by the kids' punishing schedule and the lack of their father's involvement in their lives. She confronts independent Tim Stewart, who admits he is a pushover when it comes to Pamela's demanding schedule. Meanwhile in Washington, conservative Pamela Stewart has difficulty fitting into the culture of bikes, beer and babes. She is intimidated by Jason's long beard, black clothes and affinity for leather. Pamela worries that Jason isn't setting the best example for Logan and Damon, and that the Mallicks' chaotic lifestyle will lead the boys down a dark path. In the second week of the swap when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Jennifer Mallick puts an end to the Stewart kids' stressful schedule. Instead she rules that the normally absent Tim has to following his kids' non-stop schedule. After an exhausting day, Tim realizes the Irish activities are "brutal" on his kids. Jennifer then gives the whole family biker makeovers in hopes they can learn to relax and let loose together, as a family. Meanwhile in Washington, Pamela Stewart strives to turn the "biker lovers into Blarney lovers." In order to help the Mallicks get in touch with their Irish roots and introduce the kids to a dose of structure, Pamela signs the family up for Irish folk music and Irish Step Dancing lessons. Though Jason fears the fast-paced schedule will overwhelm his kids, he strives to set a good example for his boys by following through. After two weeks in another home, can Jennifer Mallick help the Stewarts realize it's more important to be in touch with your family, rather than just your heritage? And can Pamela Stewart help the Mallicks bring some structure into their wild biker life for the sake of their boys? Burroughs/Padovan-Hickman In a log cabin in the backwoods of Virginia, the Padovan-Hickmans are proud to be "modern pioneers." DeLaura (46) and Steve (60) are raising their daughters, Tara (11) and Maren (8), to be self sufficient and environmentally conscious. Without electricity, the family must wear head flashlights to find their way around the dark house at night. Instead of going to the supermarket, they raise chickens, make their own cheese and eat fruit right off the vine. To conserve water, the entire family use the same tub of bath water, which they then use to flush the toilet. Even their clothes are recycled; Tara admits she has never owned a piece of brand new clothing. DeLaura doesn't waste any time on her appearance; she gladly admits she hasn't shaved in six years, to the delight of her husband. The Padovan-Hickmans believe they've cut out all the "stuff" that comes along with chasing the American Dream. For them, the American Dream is a nightmare. Meanwhile, the materialistic Burroughs family from New Jersey say they are living the American Dream and loving it! Spoiled Shannon Nicole (33) and her husband Shannon Michael (35) believe life is about spending money and dressing to impress. Shannon Nicole loves big diamonds, big furs and big hair. She spares no expense on cosmetic procedures and, when asked if her appearance is real, she answers, "real....real expensive!" Shannon Nicole spends hours each day primping herself and her twins, Nicholas and Alexa (6). To keep the kids happy, they proudly admit that bribery is a useful parenting technique. The Burroughs designed their ornate home around a glistening, high-wattage chandelier in the hope that people driving by will be impressed by their "wow" house. In order to keep up with his wife's expensive taste, Shannon Michael works as a technology consultant. He has passed on his love of technology to his kids, who each have their own computer and heaps of video games. In the first week, DeLaura Padovan-Hickman leaves behind her pioneer life and enters the high-tech, modern world. In order to live as Shannon Nicole, she receives a "Jersey chic" makeover complete with teased hair, high heels and animal print clothing. After spending hours alone staring at herself in the mirror and visiting the plastic surgeon's office, she concludes Shannon Nicole is living a self-centered and shallow life, while her husband and kids trail behind doing nothing but playing on their computers. Meanwhile in Virginia, Shannon Nicole Burroughs is shocked when she is dropped off in the woods and has to trek through mud just to get to the Padovan-Hickmans' electricity-free, log cabin. When she sees the goats, she explains that she usually doesn't take care of animals-she wears them. She refuses to transform into DeLaura and claims that people who shop at thrift stores are nothing but losers. After spending time with Tara and Maren, she believes Steve and DeLaura are failing as parents because they don't pamper the girls like the princesses she believes they deserve to be. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, DeLaura Padovan-Hickman strives to "unplug" the Burroughs family in hopes they'll learn to appreciate one another. Though Shannon Michael argues he didn't build his fancy home to have to rely on flashlights, he eventually succumbs and turns out the lights. DeLaura also asks that the kids donate some of their toys and clothes, but the usually indulged twins struggle to understand why they have to part with their prized possessions. DeLaura hopes Shannon Michael can learn to stand up and be a father instead of tuning everything out. Meanwhile in Virginia, Shannon Nicole wants to turn the Padovan-Hickman "dump" into a wow house. She attempts to bring the out of touch family into the 21st century by introducing them to technology and the thrill of spending money, but it all goes downhill after a failed trip to the mall. Steve tries to explain his family doesn't believe more stuff will bring his family any more happiness than they already have. After two weeks in another home, can DeLaura Padovan-Hickman bring the Burroughs back to basics by cutting out the clutter and healing their disconnected lives? And can Shannon Nicole Burroughs bring the Padovan-Hickmans one step closer into the modern world? Brazenwood/Taylor The Taylor family from Texas own a cattle ranch and live for the good old fashioned American rodeo! World Champion Team Roper Dad Calvin (33), and his wife, Heather (34), have four children, Claire (12), Caroline (9), Cameron (6) and Calvin Jr. (4), who are tough rodeo competitors themselves in barrel racing and roping. The Taylors are raising their kids to be hardworking winners. Calvin strives to lead by example and spends most of his time outside with the animals, while Heather prefers to stay at home, "barefoot and pregnant." Calvin expects hot dinners of meat and potatoes but refuses to do any housework. To ensure Calvin Jr. follows in his footsteps, his father takes him out for meals alone, leaving all the Taylor women behind. Even if it upsets his daughters, the girls aren't allowed to show any emotion because the Taylors believe crying makes you weak. They believe their traditional values are creating well-grounded, practical children, which is important to the cowboy way of life. Meanwhile, the new-age Brazenwood family from North Carolina live in a world of their own, literally. Astrologist Dad Kelly (37) wrote a fantasy novel about a fictional world named "Thandoria" starring a boy named Arian Brazenwood, which is the name he later gave to his real-life son here on planet Earth. Adrian's step mom, Christina (28), is an energy healer who lets her astrological chart dictate her days because she believes it puts her in touch with the meaning of life. She enjoys spending time outside talking to her friends the plants, and isn't afraid to rub dirt all over her body or even have a taste of it while communing with nature. When she's not one with nature, she dons funky costumes and teaches a dance class called "soul shaking." Back at home, Kelly wears a towel wrapped around his waist instead of pants and loves to run around and to pretend sword fight or play in fantasy worlds with Arian (13). When it comes to domestic duties, they all chip in, and they prefer a vegan diet. To help unify the family, they chant "om" before every meal, which is the sound of the universe being created. In the first week, Heather leaves behind the rodeo for the world of fantasy. Kelly begins by giving her an astrological reading, but pragmatic Heather claims she doesn't believe in all the "fluff." Though she tries to talk to plants like Christina, she finds it difficult to have a true conversation. With so much focus on astrology and the world of make believe, Heather worries the family doesn't know the difference between work and play. Meanwhile, in Texas, Christina Brazenwood notices the plants on the ranch are far less inviting than the friendly foliage back at home. Like the plants, she thinks the family has difficulty expressing emotion and is saddened that Calvin chooses to spend time with his only son and leave his daughters behind. After spending time with the Taylor girls, Christina confronts Calvin about his lack of emotion and chauvinistic attitude, but Calvin maintains he's happy living life by his cowboy code. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Heather rules that Kelly has to trade in his skirt and star-gazing for spurs and become a real cowboy. For Heather, that means eating like one too after 17 years of abstaining from meat, Kelly has to chow down on chicken fried steak and cheeseburgers. Although Kelly tries to man up and follow her rules, he eventually melts down and tosses his burger off the balcony, leading Heather to believe he'll never grow up. Meanwhile in Texas, kooky Christina bans rodeo, ranching and riding in favor of poetry, writing and painting. However, before she can even finish reading her rules, Calvin stages a walkout and takes his kids for a meat dinner. After the explosive rule change, Calvin takes the whole family to live in a trailer. Christina decides to persevere anyway and tries to introduce the family to interpretive dancing, but Calvin continues to shut her out, claiming, "real men don't dance!" After two weeks in another home, can Heather Taylor bring the eccentric Brazenwoods one step closer to reality? And can Christina Brazenwood help the no-nonsense Taylors get in touch with their emotional sides? Schults/Smith Deranged clowns, blood covered rooms, flesh-eating zombiesit's just another day in the Schults home. As owners and operators of Iowa's most terrifying haunted house, Kevin (37) and Dolly Schults (35) live for all things Halloween. Kevin spends all of his time and money building props or intensifying the already terrifying attraction. Dolly happily admits she loves making frightened patrons tremble with fear. With young parents who act like kids, Cody (14) and Cassie (9) have free reign to do whatever they please, including playing gory video games or blowing off their homework. When they aren't running wild, the kids pitch in at the haunted house; Cody (14) works security while Cassie (9) works behind the scenes flipping the switches. For the horror loving Schults, a censored, sheltered life is the most frightening thing imaginable. Down south in Florida, life revolves around the squeaky clean sport of competitive swimming. Older parents Allen (63) and Christine Smith (54) believe keeping kids busy keeps them out of trouble, so their children, Danielle (17) and Hunter (16), are in the pool twice a day, six days a week, practicing swimming. Christine helps the kids stick to their demanding schedule by pouring water on Hunter's face to get him out of bed, rushing the kids through meals and timing their showers. In the little free time they do have, Allen and Christine don't even allow the kids to watch TV or surf the Internet. With Danielle and Hunter occupied with wholesome activities, Christine devotes her time to keeping an immaculate home. For the Smith family, life is about strict, old fashioned values and embracing the straight and narrow path to success. In the first week, free-spirited Dolly leaves behind her house of horrors for the prim and proper Smith home. Upon arrival, she notices the old fashioned TVs and dcor and wonders how in touch the parents are with the world today. While patrolling the hallways and making sure the Smith kids are doing their homework, she struggles to embrace Christine's firm nature. She hopes to bond with Danielle and Hunter outside of the home, but when Danielle opts for headphones instead of conversation on the way to swim practice, Dolly wonders if Christine's strictness is driving a wedge between her and the kids. Meanwhile, in Iowa, conservative Christine finds the spooky Smith home intimidating. Though she takes on Dolly's role of selling tickets to the haunted house and even dons a creepy costume, she deems raising children in a house of terrors irresponsible. After observing Cody's fixation with violent video games and the lack of interest on Kevin's part in attending Cassie's ballet class, she worries the Schults' anything goes attitude is setting their kids up for failure. In the second week of the swap, when the wives change the rules and turn the tables, Dolly Schults bans all structure and swimming from the Smith home. Although the kids are thrilled with their first dose of freedom, Allen has difficulty accepting Dolly's relaxed rules. She eventually convinces him to swap his suit and tie for a spooky costume and transforms the serious Smiths into the "Smith Family Boo Crew." After goofing off with his kids and howling at the moon like a werewolf, Allen begins to question if their overbearing parenting style has been too much for his kids. Meanwhile, in Iowa, Christine Smith shuts down the haunted house, much to Kevin's dismay. Instead of focusing on the ghouls and ghosts, Christine asks Kevin to take his kids to swim class. Kevin struggles with Christine's idea of being a perfect parent, but after watching the joy on Cassie's face, he begins to think twice. After two weeks in another home, can Dolly Schults help the Smiths get back in touch with their kids? And can Christine Smith help the Schults realize Halloween should never come before time with your family?
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