Friends Index Season 1 -

"The One with All the Poker": A classic battle of the sexes episode where the girls learn to play poker to beat the guys. It’s a pivotal moment for Ross and Rachel’s chemistry.

– Rachel and Monica play poker against Ross and Chandler. friends index season 1

– The guys lose the apartment in a bet; the girls spy on a celebrity. "The One with All the Poker": A classic

That night, Alex had a realization:

– Monica cooks for a food critic who’s high; Chandler quits his job. friends index season 1

These were the characters that the audience (Alex) actually dreaded seeing. In a TV show, if a character creates drama and halts the plot, the writers write them out.

– Rachel learns Ross has loved her since high school. (Season finale)