Tam is a fictional character portrayed by Ryan Phuong in the TV series Young Sheldon.
They appear in 30 episodes out of a total of 141 aired and have accumulated 126 positive votes.
The character of Tam is mainly associated with Sheldon Cooper.
Episodes30
Rockets, Communists, and the Dewey Decimal System
episode S1.E2 november 2017To appease his worried mother, Sheldon employs the techniques of a self-help book to try and make a friend.
A Therapist, a Comic Book, and a Breakfast Sausage
episode S1.E4 november 2017Sheldon fears solid food after choking on a sausage; Sheldon discovers his first comic book.
A Solar Calculator, a Game Ball, and a Cheerleader's Bosom
episode S1.E5 november 2017Sheldon struggles with newfound popularity after utilizing statistics to help the football team. Georgie feels sidelined by Sheldon's Popularity.
A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac
episode S1.E6 november 2017When Sheldon's suggestion on landing the rocket booster back is not taken seriously by a NASA scientist, he decides to pursue theoretical physics and works out the full details to prove his point.
Spock, Kirk, and Testicular Hernia
episode S1.E9 december 2017Young Sheldon has to teach his brother for the test, and in doing so, he learns some skills from his brother.
An Eagle Feather, a String Bean, and an Eskimo
episode S1.E10 january 2018When Sheldon moves to Dallas to attend a school for gifted children, the family struggles to cope with his absence.
Demons, Sunday School, and Prime Numbers
episode S1.E11 january 2018Sheldon is sent to Sunday school when Mary catches him playing Dungeons and Dragons with his friends.
A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy Spacek
episode S1.E13 february 2018As flu season hits Medford, Sheldon takes extreme measures to remain healthy.
Dolomite, Apple Slices, and a Mystery Woman
episode S1.E15 march 2018Sheldon makes friends with an upperclassmen learning a new field of science. Meanwhile, George Sr. and Mary have a disagreement on Sheldon's new social life.
Jiu-Jitsu, Bubble Wrap, and Yoo-Hoo
episode S1.E17 april 2018Sheldon is being followed around by a bully and must find a way to use self defense to fight back
A Mother, a Child, and a Blue Man's Backside
episode S1.E18 april 2018Mary bans Sheldon from reading a mature comic book, and Sheldon decides it's time to stop living under Mary's thumb.
A High-Pitched Buzz and Training Wheels
episode S2.E1 september 2018Sheldon dismantles the refrigerator to stop an annoying hum, then gets a paper route to pay for the repairs.
A Financial Secret and Fish Sauce
episode S2.E4 october 2018When Sheldon's father asks him to keep a secret from Mary, the stress of not being honest drives him at Tam's for his first sleepover.
Seven Deadly Sins and a Small Carl Sagan
episode S2.E6 october 2018Mary clashes with Sheldon's drama teacher over plans for a Halloween fundraiser for the church. Also, Georgie falls for a rebellious teenage girl that Sheldon is tutoring.
Family Dynamics and a Red Fiero
episode S2.E9 november 2018Sheldon studies his family for a psychology project; a Thanksgiving dinner turns into a family fight when Georgie Sr. is offered a job Oklahoma.
A Stunted Childhood and a Can of Fancy Mixed Nuts
episode S2.E10 december 2018Sheldon tries to act like a kid after learning that people with stunted childhoods can become social outcasts; Meemaw teaches Dr. Sturgis how to drive, putting their relationship to the test.
A Race of Superhumans and a Letter to Alf
episode S2.E11 january 2019Sheldon experiments on Missy; Georgie joins Mary's bible study to spend more time with his crush, Veronica.
A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovey
episode S2.E13 january 2019Sheldon attempts to build a nuclear reactor. Also, a university cocktail party gets heated when Dr. Sturgis' colleague, Dr. Linkletter, flirts with Meemaw, and Georgie is heartbroken when he learns Veronica has a boyfriend.
David, Goliath, and a Yoo-Hoo from the Back
episode S2.E14 january 2019Sheldon uses his new friendship with the school bully to boss Georgie around. Also, Missy steals Meemaw's makeup for picture day.
A Loaf of Bread and a Grand Old Flag
episode S2.E16 february 2019Sheldon's boycott of his favourite bread company goes out of control. Meanwhile, Georgie tries to console Veronica after breaking up with her boyfriend.
A Political Campaign and a Candy Land Cheater
episode S2.E19 april 2019Unhappy that school funds are going toward football rather than academics, Sheldon decides to run for class president.
A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast
episode S2.E22 may 2019Sheldon invites the entire school to a party for the Nobel Prize announcements. Also, Meemaw learns more about Dr. Sturgis' past, and Georgie's desire for cable TV leads to a standoff between him and George Sr.
A Broom Closet and Satan's Monopoly Board
episode S3.E2 october 2019Without Dr. Sturgis' university class, Sheldon must find a new way to stay academically challenged; Mary helps Pastor Jeff avoid temptation with his girlfriend.
An Entrepreneurialist and a Swat on the Bottom
episode S3.E3 october 2019Sheldon takes matters into his own hands when Meemaw refuses to drive him to a lecture; Georgie tries to impress Veronica with his new business venture.
Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting
episode S3.E7 november 2019Sheldon starts an internet flame war, and Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Also, Meemaw is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.
A Couple Bruised Ribs and a Cereal Box Ghost Detector
episode S3.E18 march 2020When George Sr. accidentally lands the school librarian in the hospital, the Cooper family must nurse her back to health; Meemaw gives Georgie relationship advice.
A House for Sale and Serious Woman Stuff
episode S3.E19 april 2020When Sheldon learns the house next door is for sale, he takes it upon himself to find the perfect neighbors. Also, Missy is torn when she's forced to pitch against her boyfriend at the baseball game.
Graduation
episode S4.E1 november 2020After graduating high school, Sheldon has a breakdown when he realizes he may not be ready for college; Dale tries to make amends with Meemaw.
A Box of Treasure and the Meemaw of Science
episode S4.E12 april 2021Sheldon, Dr. Linkletter and Meemaw team up on a science experiment. Also, Mary is jealous that Pastor Jeff and Brenda are spending time together, and Georgie has a new side hustle.
A Virus, Heartbreak and a World of Possibilities
episode S4.E15 april 2021Sheldon is caught in a moral dilemma when offered a bootleg copy of a computer game he can't afford; Mary and Meemaw take Brenda out for girls night; Missy asks Georgie to take her and Marcus on a secret date.
- Rockets, Communists, and the Dewey Decimal System
- A Therapist, a Comic Book, and a Breakfast Sausage
- A Solar Calculator, a Game Ball, and a Cheerleader's Bosom
- A Patch, a Modem, and a Zantac
- Spock, Kirk, and Testicular Hernia
- An Eagle Feather, a String Bean, and an Eskimo
- Demons, Sunday School, and Prime Numbers
- A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy Spacek
- Dolomite, Apple Slices, and a Mystery Woman
- Jiu-Jitsu, Bubble Wrap, and Yoo-Hoo
- A Mother, a Child, and a Blue Man's Backside
- A High-Pitched Buzz and Training Wheels
- A Financial Secret and Fish Sauce
- Seven Deadly Sins and a Small Carl Sagan
- Family Dynamics and a Red Fiero
- A Stunted Childhood and a Can of Fancy Mixed Nuts
- A Race of Superhumans and a Letter to Alf
- A Nuclear Reactor and a Boy Called Lovey
- David, Goliath, and a Yoo-Hoo from the Back
- A Loaf of Bread and a Grand Old Flag
- A Political Campaign and a Candy Land Cheater
- A Swedish Science Thing and the Equation for Toast
- A Broom Closet and Satan's Monopoly Board
- An Entrepreneurialist and a Swat on the Bottom
- Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting
- A Couple Bruised Ribs and a Cereal Box Ghost Detector
- A House for Sale and Serious Woman Stuff
- Graduation
- A Box of Treasure and the Meemaw of Science
- A Virus, Heartbreak and a World of Possibilities
Best moments4
- To appease his worried mother, Sheldon employs the techniques of a self-help book to try and make a friend.
- When George Sr. accidentally lands the school librarian in the hospital, the Cooper family must nurse her back to health; Meemaw gives Georgie relationship advice.
- Sheldon starts an internet flame war, and Missy stands up to the boys on her baseball team. Also, Meemaw is unhappy when George Sr. spends time with her new boyfriend.
- Without Dr. Sturgis' university class, Sheldon must find a new way to stay academically challenged; Mary helps Pastor Jeff avoid temptation with his girlfriend.
- Rockets, Communists, and the Dewey Decimal System
- A Couple Bruised Ribs and a Cereal Box Ghost Detector
- Pongo Pygmaeus and a Culture that Encourages Spitting
- A Broom Closet and Satan's Monopoly Board