Ghosts Season 5 Episode 8: “The Life and Times of Esther Greene” — Preview & What to Expect

 CBS is gearing up for another chaotic, heartfelt chapter of Ghosts.

Season 5 Episode 8, titled “The Life and Times of Esther Greene,” airs Thursday, December 11, 2025 (8:30–9:00 PM ET/PT) on CBS, and streams on Paramount+ (Premium: live & on-demand / Essential: on-demand the next day).

This week’s episode promises a delightful mix of comedy, emotional depth, and character revelations—classic Ghosts at its best.

Official Synopsis

“The Life and Times of Esther Greene” – Now a successful podcaster, Todd Pearlman returns to profile Sam and Isaac’s book, but becomes obsessed with Jay. Meanwhile, Pete tries to get to the bottom of why Alberta changed her name, forcing her to admit a hidden truth.

Episode Preview & What to Expect

1. Todd Pearlman Returns — and Sparks New Chaos

Todd, now a “successful podcaster,” returns to Woodstone with a mission:
profile Sam and Isaac’s book.

But things go sideways fast.

Instead of focusing on the project, Todd becomes strangely—almost comically—fixated on Jay.
His overly intense curiosity and awkward enthusiasm cause Jay to spiral into discomfort, turning simple interactions into escalating comedic tension.

This subplot brings:

  • awkward humor

  • social anxiety comedy

  • and a fresh spotlight on Jay’s dynamic with the ghosts (even though he still can’t see them)

2. Alberta’s Past Comes Back to Life

The emotional core of the episode centers on Alberta.

Pete, in his endlessly kind and overly curious nature, starts digging into why Alberta once changed her name.
His innocent investigation unravels into a deeper revelation, pushing Alberta to confront a part of her past she has long kept hidden.

Expect:

  • A meaningful Alberta backstory moment

  • New layers to her identity as a performer

  • Vulnerability beneath her bold, sassy exterior

It’s the type of character deep dive Ghosts excels at.

3. Sam & Isaac Face Their Most Chaotic “Press Tour” Ever

Sam and Isaac simply want Todd to create a straightforward piece for his podcast.
But Todd’s unpredictable energy quickly turns this into a bigger, messier ordeal.

This storyline explores:

  • the pair adjusting to increased publicity

  • Isaac dealing with how his history is interpreted

  • Sam’s attempt to keep everything from spiraling

It’s warm, funny, and full of the show's signature clever writing.

4. Humor + Heart = Peak Ghosts

Based on production details and early previews, Episode 8 blends:
✔ comedy driven by Todd’s obsessive behavior
✔ emotional storytelling centered on Alberta
✔ personal conflict and sweet interactions among the ghosts
✔ Jay’s relatable “normal human stuck in madness” perspective

Every character gets a moment, and the mix of humor and heart is perfectly balanced.

Release Date & Streaming Info

  • Air Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025

  • Time: 8:30–9:00 PM ET/PT

  • Network: CBS

  • Streaming: Paramount+

    • Premium → live + on-demand

    • Essential → on-demand the following day


Ghosts Season 5 Episode 8 looks like one of the strongest episodes of the season, offering:

  • a hilarious return for Todd,

  • a major character moment for Alberta,

  • and emotional growth for the Woodstone family as a whole.

If you’ve been following the season, this is an episode you absolutely don’t want to miss.

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