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The central conflict revolves around the escalating beef between Tony and Ralph Cifaretto.

"He Is Risen" refers to several things: Aaron Arkaway's (Janice's narcoleptic boyfriend) waking non-sequitur about Jesus, Ralph's rise to Capo, and perhaps Tony's "resurrection" via a new mistress.

Tony visits her dealership for a "test drive" that leads to a sexual encounter on his boat, the Stugots . I_soprano_3x08

Gigi Cestone, the current captain, dies of a heart attack on the toilet (a scene often compared to Elvis Presley's death). This forces Tony's hand; despite his personal loathing, he promotes Ralph to Capo because he is the top earner. New Romance: Tony and Gloria

Gigi's death on the toilet is a classic piece of Sopranos dark humor, highlighting the "shpackle in his bowels" and the stress of leadership. If you'd like, I can: The central conflict revolves around the escalating beef

Jackie Jr. gives Meadow ecstasy at a frat party.

Later in the episode, a drunk Meadow crashes Jackie's car. Instead of anger, Jackie shows uncharacteristic sensitivity, which further cements her attraction to him. Notable Moments Gigi Cestone, the current captain, dies of a

Compare this episode's to the previous episode, "Second Opinion."