[s14e2] Papa Has A Rollin' - Son

The episode features Ed O'Neill ( Modern Family , Married... with Children ) as the voice of Joe’s father, Bud Swanson .

It received mixed-to-positive reviews, with critics praising Ed O'Neill's performance and the rare moment of genuine character development for Joe, though some felt the Stewie subplot was formulaic. [S14E2] Papa Has a Rollin' Son

The title is a play on the Temptations song " Papa Was a Rollin' Stone ." The episode also features a notable musical number, " The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh ," parodied during Stewie's subplot. The episode features Ed O'Neill ( Modern Family , Married

In the subplot, Stewie is diagnosed as being short for his age. To compensate, he uses a "growth machine" but accidentally turns himself into a giant. He eventually learns to be comfortable in his own skin (at his normal size). Production & Reception The title is a play on the Temptations