Episode 6 of "Overcompensating" kicks off with Benny venturing into Carmen's room, burdened by a confession. He's uncertain about his sexuality, pondering whether he might solely be drawn to Miles. With zero experience in kissing a man, Carmen reasons that Benny's first step towards clarity involves finding a guy to lock lips with. She eagerly volunteers to be his wingwoman, though she declines to reciprocate by sharing her own troubles. Instead, Carmen immerses herself in studying how to be a staunch gay ally.
Benny receives a B on his midterm, sparking doubts about his place in the business program. He seeks guidance from his professor, who reassures him that a B is commendable. Outside the lecture hall, Carmen, brimming with excitement after a night of intensive research, waits for Benny with a meticulously crafted list of activities designed to help him ascertain his sexuality. The list begins with douching, identifying comfortable terminology, and signing up on various dating apps to facilitate his first kiss with a man.
Carmen crosses paths with George, the LGBTQ+ activist in one of her classes. She delicately inquiries about advice for a hypothetical friend, but George swiftly deduces that she's inquiring on Benny's behalf. George informs Carmen that Benny can reach out to him anytime he has gay-related queries.
Benny gets a response on Grindr, prompting Carmen to excitedly dash to inform him. Benny, a mixture of elation and apprehension, heads to an off-campus location to meet the guy. During their date, Benny's anxiety peaks, causing him to sweat profusely. Their conversation veers towards their first crushes, with Benny's date revealing they're married to their former crush. The evening concludes abruptly with Benny being shown the door from their townhouse. Benny now leans towards the possibility of being bisexual and desires to attempt kissing a girl once more.
Elsewhere, Grace and Peter, since reuniting, have found themselves in a sexless relationship due to Peter's inability to perform. Grace seeks solace and advice from her volunteer granny, Janet, who pulls no punches in labeling Peter a loser and urging Grace to aim higher. Janet also expresses concern that Grace might not believe she deserves better. Further, Janet arranges for her nurse, Riley, to take Grace out on a date. In a closet, passion ignites between Riley and Grace, leading to a steamy kiss.
Meanwhile, Peter confides in his gaming buddy Terry6969 about his erectile dysfunction. It transpires that since his encounter with Carmen, Peter has struggled to get aroused with Grace. Terry suggests popping pills and indulging in sexual escapades with both Carmen and Grace, prompting Terry to procure a subscription at the hospital. Coincidentally, Benny is also at the hospital, acquiring Viagra in a bid to ascertain if he can engage sexually with a woman.
Carmen introduces Emily to Benny, who promptly attempts to engage in sexual activity with her. However, Benny discovers that Viagra is ineffective for him as it necessitates prior arousal. Realizing his lack of bisexual inclination, he decides to leave the scene. Soon after, Benny is abducted by the members of F&G and forcibly brought to their acceptance party, where he encounters Miles, another freshman who has been accepted into their ranks. The initiation ritual involves an unsettling act of sucking on a golden penis.
Peter's persistent texting prompts Carmen to confront him at his residence, ultimately leaving in disappointment. Later, Grace indulges in a lackluster sexual encounter with Peter, finding herself compelled to feign orgasm to expedite his conclusion. To her astonishment, she discovers that Peter had also faked his climax, evidenced by an empty condom in the bathroom. Grace's suspicions are further aroused when she stumbles upon a message from Tatiana, revealing Peter's sexual escapade with her. While taking a smoke break on the frat house balcony, Peter overhears his peers discussing their new condos, their employment at Hawksworth, and their dismissive attitudes towards his prospects of ever being accepted into their inner circle.
Elsewhere, Benny and Carmen reconvene at their beloved campus smoking spot. Benny unburdens himself to Carmen about his experience with Emily and the chaotic events that unfolded at the F&G house. He reveals that, despite feeling momentarily aroused, he was consumed by anger when he witnessed Miles drinking beer from the golden penis, causing him to verge on a panic attack before managing to escape. On his way out, he reflects on the absurd endeavors he had recently embarked upon and resolves to simplify his life. He subsequently visits the supermarket where George works part-time, extending an invitation for them to hang out sometime.
As the episode draws to a close, Carmen confesses to having engaged in sexual relations with Peter. Meanwhile, Peter takes a vengeful action by posting the list of Flesh & Gold members on Reddit, accompanied by scathing comments about each individual.
