'The Curse' Episode 2: Unviable Pregnancy and Cultural Misunderstandings

Whitney and Asher Siegel grapple with personal tragedy and professional challenges as they navigate the complexities of their HGTV show.

In the second episode of 'The Curse', Whitney and Asher Siegel, played by Emma Stone and Nathan Fielder respectively, continue to navigate their personal and professional lives. Whitney discovers she's pregnant, but later learns the pregnancy is not viable.
The couple is trying to secure the services of Native artist Cara Durand, played by Nizhonniya Luxi Austin, as a cultural consultant for their HGTV show, but their attempts are met with resistance and misunderstanding.
Asher attempts to bribe a local journalist with a story about a nearby casino exploiting gambling addicts, leading him on a mission to steal classified documents from his former workplace.
TV producer Dougie, played by Benny Safdie, reveals a tragic backstory involving a drunk driving accident that resulted in the death of his girlfriend.
The episode ends with Asher marking in his calendar when they should start trying for a baby again, while Whitney tries to come up with new ideas for their show.