Venice, California resident and recovering alcoholic Chip styles himself a self-help guru but struggles to keep track of his own lies and half-truths.

Finally confronting his landlord, Chip gets some clarity on his store situation, then inadvertently helps Dennis and London's first date go smoothly.

Chip sponsors Topher, a new support group member who makes a surprising offer. Dennis helps Kara with a legal problem. London and Chip have a moment.

Still reeling from a revelation about London, Chip takes a hard line in negotiations with Tilly to save Venice. Dennis harbors feelings for Kara.

Topher makes a vengeful move that will impact all of Venice. Dennis learns the truth about two of Chip's more significant and long-running deceptions.

Thanks to his advocacy for Topher's hotel, Chip is now an outcast. Dennis conceals his recovery from Rosa, a new lover interest. Cooler gets evicted.