First aired: 5/30/2006
Writer Peter Tolan, Denis Leary
Director: Peter Tolan
Geust Star(s): Robert John Burke (Father Mickey Gavin), Trevor Heins (Connor Gavin), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Michael Zegen (Damian), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad), Tatum O'Neal (Maggie), Kate Burton (Rose), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin) , Mike Houston (EMT #1), Paige Turco (Nell), Olivia Crocicchia (Katy Gavin), Terry Serpico (Cousin Eddie)

Janet decides to meet with Tommy after not speaking with him for months since the sudden death of their son. Uncle Teddy refuses to allow anyone to help him get out prison. Tommy is shocked when he accidentally discovers just who his nephew has been sleeping with.

First aired: 6/6/2006
Writer Denis Leary, Peter Tolan
Director: Peter Tolan
Geust Star(s): Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Tatum O'Neal (Maggie), Michael Zegen (Damian) , Alexa Havins (The Talker), Susan Sarandon (Alicia), Olivia Crocicchia (Katy Gavin)

During a night out, Franco and Tommy meet two women. Tommy is finding himself bribing his daughter Colleen before she tells their mother about his indulgent treatment of her sister Katy. Jerry visits his wife Jeannie in her expensive nursing home and soon goes to Lou for financial help. Meanwhile John Sr. insists on having his 83rd birthday at a restaurant that no one else likes.

First aired: 6/13/2006
Writer Evan Reilly
Director: Jace Alexander
Geust Star(s): Michael Zegen (Damian), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Cailin Stollar (Keela) , Susan Sarandon (Alicia), Paige Turco (Nell)

Franco begins to fear he's becoming Alicia's boy toy, while Tommy finds a way to end the fling between Damien and his science teacher. The rest of the crew also face their own problems - Lou is becoming real unstable emotionally, the chief has financial problems, and Sean is afraid of Tommy finding out who he's been sleeping with.

First aired: 6/20/2006
Writer Denis Leary, Peter Tolan
Director: Jace Alexander
Geust Star(s): Callie Thorne (Sheila), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Timothy Adams (Mike's Roommate) , Al Sharpton (Himself), Paulina Gerzon (Last Kid), Susan Sarandon (Alicia), Paige Turco (Nell Turbody), Tommy Nelson (Kid on bus), Chris Bowers (Larry Bird), Subhash Mandal (Angry News Vendor), Sam Breslin Wright (Carl), Marisa Echeverria (Sperm Bank Nurse), Lauren Potter (Drunk Girl), Amy Raudenbush (Cindy)

The crew decide to save some children from a disabled school bus as they go to call in Harlem. However, the soon meet up with an upset Rev. Al Sharpton. Franco finally realizes why Alicia is so interested in him. Mike and his roommate discuss their sexuality. Sean ends up telling Tommy about his feelings for Maggie. Sheila has a proposal for Tommy. Janet wants to talk to him about their settlement, but with no lawyers involved.

First aired: 6/27/2006
Writer Evan Reilly
Director: John Fortenberry
Geust Star(s): Tatum O'Neal (Maggie), Michael Zegen (Damian), Cailin Stollar (Keela), Timothy Adams (Chris) , Marisa Tomei (Angie), Paige Turco (Nell Turbody), Kate Burton (Rose), Chris Bowers (Larry Bird), Antonio Saillant (Prisoner), Susan Sarandon (Alicia), Hassan Johnson (Prisoner), Lou Martini Jr. (Alicia's Doorman)

After Sheila bumps into Johnny's ex-wife, Angie, Tommy seeks her out. Jerry and Rose spend a very romantic evening together, while Mrs. Turbody is in jail for statutory rape. This gives Tommy some relief but also new worries, and Franco loses his daughter, Keela.

First aired: 7/11/2006
Writer Peter Tolan, Denis Leary
Director: John Fortenberry
Geust Star(s): Timothy Adams (Chris), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin) , Jarret Sumers (Grocery Clerk), Michael Townsend Wright (Cashier), Taylor Dayne (Shirley), Marc Damon Johnson (Georgie), Luke Rosen (Bartender), Anthony Alessandro (Sebastian), Marisa Tomei (Angie)

After a game of street hockey, Sean takes some sleeping pills believing they are painkillers and it has an unwanted consequence. In the meantime, Tommy and Angie decide to go on their fake date that they know will upset Janet. After having a close call, Lou gets a new angle on firefighting from his Uncle Red.

First aired: 7/18/2006
Writer Peter Tolan, Denis Leary
Director: Ken Girotti
Geust Star(s): Timothy Adams (Chris), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin) , Brad Lee Wind (Burly Guy), Christopher Wisner (Porn Inspector #1), Lenny Venito (Prison Guard), Antonio Saillant (Prisoner), Sonny Vellozzi (Banquet Guest), Alison McAtee (Bartender), Marjan Neshat (Paula), Amy Raudenbush (Cindy), Jesse Gavin (Skinny Guy), Poorna Jagannathan (Dr. Klein), Marisa Tomei (Angie), Patti D'Arbanville (Ellie), Chris Bowers (Larry Bird)

While Tommy and Johnny have another encounter, Janet and Angie re-establish their acquaintance. Meanwhile, Sheila is unhappy when she sees Tommy and Angie together. Maggie wants to get back together with Sean. Mike hooks up with a woman at a bar, making his roommate, Chris, jealous. Franco finds out about Jerry's second job at the pub, and the money in the no-smoking jar goes missing.

First aired: 7/25/2006
Writer Evan Reilly
Director: Ken Girotti
Geust Star(s): Todd Carroll (Collins), Timothy Adams (Chris), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy) , Sherri Saum (Natalie), Jeremy Schwartz (Snake), Soraya Omar (Yogi), Tricia Paoluccio (Epiphany), A. Michael Elian (Falafel Guy), Ty Jones (Black Jack), Matt Mulhern (Lt. John Stackhouse), Anthony Alessandro (Sebastian)

Lou turns to new-age techniques in his efforts to change his life. Sean and Maggie come to a surprising decision. Tommy and Angie continue to see each other, which quickly leads to an embarrassing scene with Janet.

First aired: 8/1/2006
Writer Denis Leary, Peter Tolan
Director: Jace Alexander
Geust Star(s): Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Timothy Adams (Chris), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad) , Cornell Womack (Richard), Sherri Saum (Natalie), Alison Bartlett (Deb Stackhouse), Jack Hammel (Perp), Matt Mulhern (Lt. John Stackhouse)

The crew faces more than accustomed when rescuing a man from his burning apartment; Sean has a request for Maggie's dad; Franco thinks his new girlfriend is hiding something from him; and Tommy realizes that his crew's future together may be in jeopardy.

First aired: 8/8/2006
Writer Evan Reilly
Director: Jace Alexander
Geust Star(s): Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Trevor Heins (Connor Gavin), Michael Mulheren (Chief Perolli) , Cornell Womack (Richard), Matt Mulhern (Lt. John Stackhouse), Alison Bartlett (Deb Stackhouse), Sherri Saum (Natalie), Tatum O'Neal (Maggie Gavin), Laith Nakli (Cab Driver), Joe Wissler (Fire Lieutenant), Chris Hartl (Kid Firefighter), Rizwan Manji (Haji), Adam Ferrara (Chief 'Needles' Nelson), Holter Graham (Bartender), Jack Hammel (Inmate), Florence Annequin (Heckler)

Following a meeting with Janet, Tommy has yet another confrontation with Johnny; Teddy's conjugal visits with Ellie prove to be a letdown; and Franco tries to befriend his new girlfriend's mentally challenged brother. Elsewhere, Tommy keeps his vigil at Stack's bedside.

First aired: 8/15/2006
Writer John Scurti
Director: John Fortenberry
Geust Star(s): Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad) , Jack Hammel (Inmate), William Hill (Father Dan), Susan Misner (Theresa), Manny Perez (Johnny's Partner), Paul Thornton (Elderly Man), Cornell Womack (Richard)

John Sr. ends up disappearing after arguing with Tommy about their living conditions. Tommy is none too thrilled with Lou's latest love interest, while Jerry's new woman might prove to be dangerous for him. Also, Sean and Maggie meet with the priest to discuss their upcoming wedding.

First aired: 8/22/2006
Writer Peter Tolan, Denis Leary
Director: Peter Tolan
Geust Star(s): Trevor Heins (Connor Gavin), Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Lenny Clarke (Uncle Teddy), Dean Winters (Johnny Gavin), Charles Durning (Tommy's Dad) , Phil Esposito (Funeral Guest), Stuart Evered (Man), Jennifer Ferrin (Sara), Susan Misner (Theresa), Marjan Neshat (Paula), Sherri Saum (Natalie), Bill Sorice (Funeral Guest), Robert Sciglimpaglia (Funeral Guest), Manny Perez (Johnny's Partner), Deanne Bray (RoseMary), Bill Belichick (Funeral Guest)

Tommy and Janet are brought together once again by another Gavin family tragedy. Jerry ends up not showing up for work. Mike decides it is time to look for some advice about his sexuality. Meanwhile, Maggie has a surprise for Sean.

First aired: 8/29/2006
Writer Denis Leary, Peter Tolan
Director: Peter Tolan
Geust Star(s): Natalie Distler (Colleen Gavin), Ed Sullivan (II) (Billy Warren), Callie Thorne (Sheila), Cailin Stollar (Keela) , Peter Tolan (Chief Pechre)

Tommy ends up promising Janet that he will help her with the baby, but neglects to tell her about his future plans with Sheila. Meanwhile, Franco decides to check up on his daughter, Keela.