Season 3

01 Dubya, Dad and Dating (1) Episode 126th September 2003 George prepares the crew for a visit from the President of the United States. But he becomes so wrapped up in the thrill of the day's events and the horror of Carmen's unexpected political outbursts, he commits a crime without being aware of it. When the police knock on his door, he's arrested for something entirely unexpected and is forced to meet his estranged father face-to-face. In the meantime, Benny drops a bomb on George about the new man in her life. 02 Dubya, Dad and Dating (2) Episode 226th September 2003 In the two-part season premiere, George prepares the crew for a visit from the President of the United States. But he becomes so wrapped up in the thrill of the day's events and the horror of Carmen's unexpected political outbursts, he commits a crime without being aware of it. When the police knock on his door, he's arrested for something entirely unexpected and is forced to meet his estranged father face-to-face. In the meantime, Benny drops a bomb on George about the new man in her life. 03 The Cuban Missus Crisis Episode 33rd October 2003 Angie discovers that her parents are getting divorced, and George becomes nervous about his marriage when Angie's social life improves. 04 Feel the Burn Episode 410th October 2003 George discovers he has a long-lost sister; Benny consults her doctor about an embarrassing problem. 05 Carmen's Dating Episode 517th October 2003 Carmen begins seeing the most popular boy in school, but when he won't be seen in public with her, George and Angie intervene to set him straight. 06 Split Decision Episode 624th October 2003 Powers Brothers Aviation lands a huge government project and decides to let everyone have the day off and party at a bar. But George gets in trouble when he lets slip that Mel went to Vegas with Jack's ex-wife -- while they were still married! Geroge fears his firing, but is surprised to find out that Powers is splitting in two! Problems ensue when Mel offers George a job at the new design plant. 07 No One Gets Out Alive Episode 731st October 2003 The Lopez family turns their home into a haunted house in order to raise money for the factory workers who have lost their salaries as a result of a plane crash investigation. 08 Bringing Home the Bacon Episode 87th November 2003 With his job in jeopardy, George tries to cancel Carmen's expensive <em>quinceañera</em> (15th birthday party). But since Angie is successful with her cosmetics business, she gets to make the financial decisions in the family now-to George's chagrin. Meanwhile, Carmen agonizes over how to tell her boyfriend Jason that she loves him without scaring him away. 09 Fishing Cubans Episode 914th November 2003 This year, Angie decides that her and George should just get something cheap and from the heart for their anniversary. This gives Vic an opening to convince George to help him smuggle his brother Ontovio out of Cuba. Meanwhile, Max has a fake birthday party to get free presents. 10 Would You Like a Drumstick or a Kidney? Episode 1021st November 2003 After inviting his extended family to Thanksgiving dinner, George learns his estranged father needs a new kidney. 11 Mementos Episode 1128th November 2003 George gets rid of some of Angie's cherished mementos as he prepares to donate a kidney. 12 Christmas Punch Episode 1212th December 2003 At Christmastime, George will stop at nothing to convince Max to continue believing in Santa Claus. 13 Why You Crying? Episode 139th January 2004 George and Angie react with rage after Benny disciplines Max for talking back and acting out at school. 14 The Trouble with Ricky Episode 1423rd January 2004 When George discovers Max's friend, Ricky, has a rough home life, Ernie offers to lend a hand. 15 God Needles George Episode 156th February 2004 George is reluctant to keep his promise to Max when a miracle seems to save the family dog from being put to sleep. 16 Benny and Randy Episode 1613th February 2004 George interferes with Benny and Randy's relationship, causing Randy to break up with Benny. Benny starts to mope around so George goes to have a talk with Randy. George sees that Randy really does love his mother, so he tricks Benny into admitting she cares about Randy, but is just afraid he'll run off like George's father. Randy proposes and Benny accepts. 17 Weekend at Benny's Episode 1720th February 2004 When Angie goes away on a business trip, George sends the kids to Benny's house for the weekend, to teach them tough love. 18 Jason Tutors Max Episode 1827th February 2004 Max gets an incredibly sexy new tutor and Carmen has dating troubles with Jason, subsequently resulting in the house turning into a teenage angst. 19 Angie Gets Tanked Episode 1919th March 2004 When George and Angie fill in at the dunk tank for a school fundraiser, a student's prank puts Angie in a very embarrassing position. Meanwhile, George becomes fiercely competitive when N.Y. Yankee Kenny Lofton pitches in to raise money for handicapped children. 20 The Art of Boxing Episode 2026th March 2004 Vic and George prompt Max to take up at boxing at Laila Ali's school to help him relieve stress. But when he gets a black eye, they must face telling Angie the truth. 21 George's House of Cards Episode 212nd April 2004 When Vic loses in poker, he won't pay George and instead opts to just take off $50 from money George owes him. 22 Dance Fever Episode 229th April 2004 After receiving an award for excellence in business management, George humiliates himself dancing at a congratulatory party in front of his entire staff in order to gain approval from his mom. Meanwhile, Carmen tries to protect the baked goods she's prepared for the Great American Bake Sale from Max, but neglects to protect them from George. 23 She Drives Me Crazy Episode 2316th April 2004 After Benny proves to be irresponsible while teaching Carmen to drive, George reluctantly takes it upon himself with disastrous results. 24 George Goes to Disneyland Episode 2430th April 2004 When Max wins an award at school, Angie says she will take him to Disney World. Finally off for a weekend to go, George attempts to get out of it because of other commitments, but in reality, he just doesn't want to go and see all the things he missed as a child. Carmen also finds a new guy in Zack Powers. NOTE: This episode featured Mickey mouse logos everywhere and the person who found the most won a trip to Disneyland. See below for more. 25 Bachelor Party Episode 257th May 2004 Amy returns and attempts to break up the soon-to-be married Benny and Randy. 26 Wrecking Ball Episode 2614th May 2004 Still furious about her break-up with Randy, Benny takes a golf club to the hood of her boss' car. So when the Powers Aviation factory is vandalized, Benny gets the blame for this too - but it's a crime she didn't commit. 27 What George Doesn't Noah (1) Episode 2721st May 2004 When George discovers Carmen's new boyfriend is cheating on her, he does some snooping to find out who the other girl is. But he is surprised to find there isn't another girl........ 28 Now George Noah's Ex-Zack-ly What Happened (2) Episode 2821st May 2004 George and Angie attempt to convince Carmen to dump Jason when he reveals his interest is only in sleeping with her. Randy attempts to win Benny back with a little help from the Commodores. Max finally reaches his goal and graduates the 5th grade.