Big Papi Needs a Job
David Ortiz, the one and only Big Papi, has jacked his last mammoth home run into the Fenway stands. He retired after the 2016 season as one of the most decorated and…
TV-PG • Reality, Comedy • Series • 2018 • 1 season
Starring: David Ortiz
S1 E1 - Musician/Manicurist
Continuing on his hunt for a new career, Big Papi stops by the Berklee College of Music to test his musical—as well as his singing skills. Later on, he learns how to give a manicure, and hopes that he will nail it.
Jan 31, 2018
S1 E2 - Dog Grooming / Fenway Tour Guide
Now retired from baseball, Big Papi needs a new career! This week he takes dog grooming out for a walk – until he discovers that it's a lot grosser than it seems. Then he takes a shot at being a tour guide at Fenway – and knocks it out of the park.
Feb 7, 2018
S1 E3 - Food Truck Cook / Barber
Big Papi's job search lands him at a food truck, doling out food to hungry customers and weighing in on "Big Papi Sandwich." Then he continues his job search at a barbershop where he learns to cut hair – and even tries out his new skills on a customer.
Feb 14, 2018
S1 E4 - Zookeeper / Barista
Big Papi tries out zookeeping at the Zoological Wildlife Foundation, coming face to face with a variety of animals—some more friendly than others. He then tries his hand at a local coffee shop, serving elaborate drinks to caffeine-starved customers.
Feb 21, 2018
S1 E5 - Firefighter Trainee/Sous Chef
Big Papi spends a day with the Boston Fire Department, getting a window into what it's like to be one of Boston's bravest. He then tries out working in the kitchen of a local steak restaurant where he'll see if he's seasoned enough to face the customers.
Feb 28, 2018
S1 E6 - Brewmaster/Coach/Mechanic
Big Papi heads to the Sam Adams brewery to see if he has the stuff to make it as a brewmaster. He then attempts a job he's perfectly suited for: batting coach. Finally, he gets his hands dirty, inspecting and fixing cars as an auto mechanic.
Mar 7, 2018
S1 E7 - Cigar Roller/Lobster Fisherman
Big Papi gets to put his love of cigars to good use working as a cigar roller. He then works the traps as a lobster fisherman in an attempt to provide himself with lunch—and a new career.
Mar 14, 2018
S1 E8 - Bomb Squad Technician/Bartender
David "Big Papi" Ortiz's explosive career choice has him training to be a bomb squad technician. He then has the chance to have a mixed drink to unwind from the stress of bombs exploding, but he will be the one preparing them as a bartender.
Mar 21, 2018
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About This Show
Big Papi Needs a Job
David Ortiz, the one and only Big Papi, has jacked his last mammoth home run into the Fenway stands. He retired after the 2016 season as one of the most decorated and best-loved players in Red Sox history. Of course, if you know anything about Big Papi, you know the man isn't about to rest on his laurels. He's already going out of his mind—and he's driving his family nuts too! They all agree on one thing—this man was not built for a retirement made up of "puttering" around the house. He needs to find himself some gainful employment—and fast! Watch Big Papi as he seeks out new jobs and opportunities with hilarious and surprising results.
TV-PG • Reality, Comedy • TV Series • 2018
Details
- Genre
- Reality, Comedy
- First aired
- Jan 31, 2018
- Last aired
- Mar 21, 2018
- Rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 8
- Network
- Fusion
- Studio