It follows Mitch's co-host, Alex Levy, and a conservative reporter Bradley Jackson, who attracts the attention of the show's producers after a viral video.
The episode received generally positive reviews from critics, with many feeling that the show's soap opera elements worked best.
Cory (Billy Crudup) informs Bradley (Reese Witherspoon) that Alex (Jennifer Aniston) will return to the show.
Despite the staff expressing interest in Alex's return, Daniel (Desean Terry) is upset with her after ruining his chance to become anchor.
Mitch (Steve Carell) has moved to a mansion in Italy, bored with his routine and ignoring Fred's phone calls.
The following day, Cory is informed that Hannah's family will not settle and want the amount of money they paid Fred to exit.
Chip (Mark Duplass), who has proposed to his girlfriend Madeleine (Katie Aselton), is surprised when Alex shows up at his door.
"[4] Lacy Baugher of Telltale TV gave the episode a 3 star rating out of 5 and wrote, "Though The Morning Show comes complete with all the trappings of a Serious Prestige Drama — the starry A-list cast, the clear production values, lush costumes, and shiny sets — Season 2 Episode 2, “It's Like the Flu,” proves that this show really works best when it recognizes that, at its heart, it's a soap opera.