I always thought this was a rather odd episode. The plot is somewhat melodramatic and some of performances a little over-the-top, but it is definitely an episode that haunts you after a careful listening. It particularly casts a light on the prejudices we have and how they only have validity as long as we can dehumanize those we hate. We can hate a stereotype but it's another thing entirely when that stereotype is revealed as a human being...especially if it is a human being we love. Perhaps it was listening to stories like this as a kid that helped me learn to be more open as an adult when it comes to accepting and embracing the differences in others.