"The Benefactor" - Mad Men Season 2, Episode 203 -Trouble arises on the set of a commercial while Don plays hooky from the office. Meanwhile, Harry, determined to make improvements in his career, tries to gather support around a controversial sponsorship. Betty joins Don when he attempts to appease his clients with a friendly dinner.
Barrett finally apologizes for calling Mrs. Schilling fat.
Barret begins his apology to the Schillings.
Betty keeps Artur in line when he shares too much about Tara.
Arthur tells Betsy he is more comfortable hunting than riding a horse.
Betty tells Arthur he's making his horse unable to ride.
Barret's unrelenting in fat jokes towards Mrs. Schilling.
Jimmy Barret makes fun of Mrs. Schilling's weight in front of the entire set.
Don tries to explain to Mrs. Barrett that they're are people counting and inv...
Dons asks how Ken handled the Schillings when Barrett made fun of Mrs. Schill...
Freddie and Cosgrove tell Don what happened on set with Jimmy Barrett.
Don wonders why Roger doesn't have his own cigarettes.
Harry tries to confide in Sal for some advice on getting a raise.
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