RECAP: “Single, Out” Season 3, Episode 2
Woof, that was a hot one! It's been a week since I recapped the Season 3 premiere of "Single, Out" on HereTV, and I'm still feeling the burn! As per usual, HereTV was quenching (or is it fueling?) my thirst throughout the 20-minute episode. Cue the Stefan gif, “This episode had everything.” Entangled ex-relationships, sibling tensions, and, of course, the signature steamy encounters. But let me cool down for a minute whilst I share with you what has happened with our Melbourne pals this week. I can’t promise I won’t need a moment or two throughout.
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Before I recap what happened with each character, let me share some thoughts on where this season seems to be going overall. If this week is anything to go by, we likely are getting less Adam than in previous seasons. This year, creator Lee Galea seems to be shining a light on some new characters and the ensemble as a whole. There have always been multiple storylines each season — Clayton from Season 2 comes to mind — but this season appears to focus on the bigger group and the intertwining drama. While I love Adam, I am totally here for Galea to flesh out some broader stories. Just don’t deprive us too much. Oh, and another thing, PLEASE can we have some scenes at Bubbles Car Wash? I need a Sally fix.
That said, let us get into what went down with each of our characters in Episode 2. There are likely spoilers, so you’ve been warned.
Adam
As I mentioned, it seems there is less Adam this season. This episode really set that up, but not without leaving us with some Adam drama. We pick up shortly after Adam discovers his half-brother, Ethan, and drag performer Memphis in a compromising position at the Single, Out offices. Adam storms from the office and Ethan follows, leading to an exchange on the street. Adam expresses his displeasure with Ethan attempting to get with people within their workplace, only moments after Ethan was formally hired to the staff. Look, I don’t condone workplace shenanigans of this sort, but Ethan is hot and if the opportunity came my way, I’m not sure how I would respond. This boy is cute as a button and a total flirt. BDE for days. The core conflict revolves around Adam’s hurt feelings over Ethan’s concealed bisexuality, and Ethan’s struggle to navigate sibling dynamics. This scene was played really well between the two and I believed their hurt feelings. They both agree to do better and be more open with one another as brothers.
That is the last we see of Adam for the episode…or so we thought. In the final scene, we see Adam in bed riding a random gentleman in a hot and sweaty F-sesh. Just as things escalate, Ethan calls Adam, seeking help (more on that coming), fulfilling their newfound brotherly commitment. After several moments, Adam relents and answers the phone and the episode ends (again, more on why coming up). I loved this scene, because of…reasons. Will Hutchins, as Adam, knows how to deliver the comedy and the horniness. Remember those moments I said I would need? I’ll be right back.
Alright, I'm back! But fair warning, Ethan's storyline is still a fire hazard, so who knows how long I'll last?
Ethan
After the encounter on the street, we next see Ethan in bed with a random twink. Ethan’s a top! This scene is really hot and heavy, but it is what comes after the interlude that shows us more of the potential journey we’ll see with Ethan. As the two cuddle, Ethan is seen making an effort to get to know the hot young man. This is quickly shut down by the twink, as they assumed it was just a hook up and they are not looking to catch feelings. Ethan is taken aback and clearly deflated by this exchange, pun intended. I thought this scene was pretty real, with one half of the hook-up hoping to find something deeper. However, I was shocked that it was Ethan who was looking for a deeper connection here. Up until this point, his actions at the office and his flirtatious nature would lead us to think otherwise. I enjoyed this twist. The hook-up concludes with a lingering morning-after shot of Ethan alone in bed, culminating in a gratuitous, yet undeniably appreciated, view of his posterior as he exits the room. Peachy’s got it!
I just need another moment. OK.
It’s the next day. After a frustrating shift at Single, Out, Ethan connects with Ange and Oliver on their way out of the office. Ethan is taking his work laptop home to get a headstart on work and Ange warns him to not lose it or he’ll pay for it. You see where that’s going? Right? Anyway, Ange quickly takes a turn at matchmaking for the lovelorn Oliver, and tricks the three of them into heading out for drinks that night. Needing little convincing, Ethan is all in as the mild flirtation of Oliver and Ethan is still ever-present, like we saw in Episode 1.
Later that night at the club, Ange quickly finds a way to leave the two boys for the night. That leads Oliver and Ethan to a night of dancing, with the help of some light substances. After a brief interaction the two have with Oliver’s ex-boyfriend, they decide to leave and guess what? The laptop is gone! Quelle dommage! Whatever do they do? You got it, Ethan calls Adam and the episode ends. Side note: my money is on the ex-boyfriend taking the computer.
Oliver
OK, slight correction: remember that I mentioned the episode starts where Episode 1 left off? Not entirely true. Turns out, there's a quick rewind! We’re back at the club from Episode 1, seeing Oliver and Ange the night Adam returned from Sydney. They’re dishing about Oliver’s relationship drama, which is abruptly cut short by the dreaded ex-sighting. A brief but crucial moment, setting the stage.
Oliver’s next appearance is a full-on, heat-soaked hookup. He’s tangled in the sheets with a breathtakingly handsome guy, who I don’t recall having seen before. As they go at it pretty intensely, Oliver and the boy begin to engage in some conversation about hookups and relationships. The guy asks the million-dollar question: Has Oliver ever been in love? He is somewhat evasive, claiming he’s never had his heart broken. This scene is a direct contrast to Ethan’s sexy time scene, where Oliver’s the one in hook-up mode, no strings attached. Is this a defense mechanism to not get heartbroken? We’ll see.
Fast forward to the scene at the bar. Oliver and Ethan are left alone by Ange and they get back to their regular flirtation. Oliver plays it cool for a hot second, but Ethan’s got that undeniable something. Seriously, who could resist? Their dance gets cut short by Oliver’s ex, and you just know there’s a backstory there. At least I hope there is more to that story! Give me the drama, mama.
Ange, Spike, Theo and the rest
The rest of the crew took a bit of a backseat this episode, but they certainly laid the groundwork for future excitement. Ange, our ever-enthusiastic matchmaker, seems intent on pushing Ethan and Oliver together, all while planning her own wedding. Meanwhile, Spike and Theo are facing a perfect storm of movie-set tensions: budding cast romances, actor demands, and some seriously unsteady funding. It’s a recipe for both comedy and drama. I’m eagerly anticipating the payoffs from these bubbling storylines.
I’m getting a strong “bigger picture” vibe from these first two episodes. It feels like a really well-structured movie, just broken up into weekly doses. This episode hit the sweet spot: great character growth and, of course, the heat we expect. I’m officially hooked and can’t wait to see what next week brings. The dynamic between Ethan and Oliver has me completely hooked. Their contrasting desires — Ethan’s open search for connection versus Oliver’s guarded longing for love — create a fascinating tension. This seems like a recipe for HereTV. You know I'll be back with the scoop!
