Val Szalinsky is a fictional character portrayed by Sarah McVie in the TV series Workin' Moms.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Bare (season 1), they were 38 years old.
They appear in 58 episodes out of a total of 83 aired and have accumulated 5476 positive votes.
The character of Val Szalinsky is mainly associated with Frankie Coyne, Anne Carlson and Kate Foster.
Episodes58
Bare
episode S1.E1 january 2017Kate enthusiastically returns to work following her maternity leave and is faced with the ultimate challenge: Can she "have it all?" Anne gets shocking news, and Frankie experiences postpartum depression in her unique Frankie way.
Rules
episode S1.E2 january 2017Kate manages to find time for everything except for her husband. Anne deals with her misbehaving daughter. Jenny's first day back at work doesn't go as planned.
Fem Card
episode S1.E3 january 2017Kate must deal with Frankie and her problem. Anne tries to be strict with her misbehaving daughter. Jenny pretends to be dumber than she is to get a pass at work.
Bad Help
episode S1.E4 january 2017Kate makes a big mistake when she asks her mother to babysit her kids. Anne hires a tough nanny to deal with her misbehaving daughter. Jenny finds comfort in her work.
Sophie's Choice-ish
episode S1.E5 february 2017Kate is forced by her mother to let go of her old dog. Frankie gets in trouble after taking Anne's advice at face value. Anne's plan to let a tough nanny deal with her kid backfires big time.
The Wolf and the Rabbit
episode S1.E6 february 2017Kate likes weird porn. Jenny deals with Marvin. Frankie realizes she has issues.
Phoenix Rising
episode S1.E7 february 2017Trouble at work jeopardizes Kate's family dinner. Anne tries to understand her misbehaving daughter. Ian wants to crowdfund his movie and gets Jenny to come up with a perfect Kickstarter promo for this.
Hoop Earring
episode S1.E8 february 2017Kate looks for a nanny. Jenny organizes a bachelorette party for a coworker. Giselle deals with Frankie's fear of intimacy.
Tricky Nipple
episode S1.E9 march 2017Kate gets a promotion, but it's in Montreal. Anne is so stressed out it literally hurts her. Jenny's plan to go on a wild night out backfires.
The Coxswain
episode S1.E10 march 2017Kate must deal with separation anxiety. Anne deals with her misbehaving daughter by trying to beat her at her own game. Frankie deals with a homebuyer.
Bye Bye Kate
episode S1.E11 march 2017Kate and Anne team up. Jenny finds herself. Frankie deals with the realities of her new situation.
Merde
episode S1.E12 march 2017Kate is unhappy with her happiness. Anne deals with a tough choice. Jenny wants her old life back. Frankie faces a new crisis.
Good Mom
episode S2.E2 january 2018Kate wants her job back. Anne thinks Lionel should get a vasectomy. Frankie finds herself at the ladies' wellness center.
The Sign
episode S2.E3 january 2018Kate deals with a sudden death in the family.
The Holy Hole
episode S2.E4 january 2018Kate must pretend to be her opposite to make it through a busy day at her two offices. Anne moves into a new office space and discovers she knows her next door neighbor too well. Frankie is a real babe magnet at the Wellness Center.
Consent
episode S2.E5 january 2018Kate's two jobs at Baseline and Gaze clash in an unexpected way. Anne and Brad try hypnotherapy. Ian a moment with Sonia.
Shame Spiral
episode S2.E6 february 2018Kate deals with office drama. Anne confronts Kate after she finds out Kate lied to her about having a second job. Frankie takes her young lover Juniper to meet her family and discovers her older lover Dorothy's dominatrix side.
Retreat
episode S2.E7 february 2018The girls go on a weekend retreat with their 'moms with toddlers' support group and learn a lot about one another.
Spirit Animal
episode S2.E9 march 2018Alice needs Kate's help. Anne deals with her fear of public speaking. Sonia doesn't like Zoe, which troubles Ian. Frankie must chose what to do about her two lovers.
Cuck
episode S2.E10 march 2018Kate considers being her own boss and starting a company. Anne has a crazy fan. Sonia and Ian fight. Frankie chooses the right roommate for her.
Trash Panda
episode S2.E11 march 2018Kate fears for her health. Anne and Lionel have secrets. Frankie is working again.
If Women Had to Give Birth
episode S2.E12 april 2018Anne decides to expose a bad doctor. Nathan and Kate butt heads about a health scare. Sonia's heartbreak complicates her relationship with Ian and Zoe.
Look Back
episode S2.E13 april 2018Anne and Lionel's commitment ceremony brings friends and family together, but mid-party a guest uncovers a life-changing secret.
Birth Daze
episode S3.E1 january 2019In the wake of Nathan's infidelity, Kate gets her life back on track with a new apartment, a new business and a new baby.
Training Day
episode S3.E4 january 2019While pursuing new business, Kate confronts an old foe; when Alice decides she's ready to use the subway alone, Anne takes anti-pervert training into overdrive; Frankie finds out Bianca has big life plans and decides to help.
Revenge Fantasy
episode S3.E7 february 2019While Kate takes her work to the streets, Jenny lashes out on the job, Anne incites violence, Alice gets revenge and tensions boil over in Val's home.
Girl's Trip
episode S3.E8 february 2019When Kate, Anne, Frankie and Val take a memorable "trip" to celebrate Frankie's birthday, secrets are revealed and friendships are tested.
Guns 'n Deception
episode S3.E9 february 2019Jenny leans in at work; Kate and Mike turn up the heat; and Frankie opens her heart. Anne takes a client's problems into her own hands.
Business Boyz
episode S3.E11 march 2019Jenny brings Ian to the office, and Val puts Mel's skills to the test. Anne and Lionel host Brenna's parents for an explosive dinner.
What's It Gonna Be
episode S3.E13 march 2019After an important business trip, Kate is faced with a very difficult decision to make. Anne second guesses her instincts but learns a very startling secret. Jenny tries to play nice.
Charade
episode S4.E1 may 2020Kate faces her friends - and their judgement - in the wake of a big decision. With Alice in "activity jail", Anne pitches a parenting book.
The Man in the Mexican Mask
episode S4.E3 may 2020A repentant Alice earns back her internship at Kate Foster PR, and Jenny makes an unsettling discovery. Frankie grows suspicious of Sean.
No One's Coming
episode S4.E4 may 2020Kate confronts Mike, handles a crisis, then hosts a dinner party. Anne pushes through writer's block, and Jenny makes a pay for equal pay.
To Lure a Squirrel
episode S4.E5 may 2020While Nathan and Kate navigate their new living arrangement, Frankie and Juniper investigate Sean. A furtive search puts Anne's book in jeopardy.,
Lice
episode S4.E6 may 2020A lice outbreak at camp adds an awkward layer to Kate's "40 under 40" interview. Alice opens up to Anne, and Frankie hawks a house with a morbid past.
Charlie and The Weed Factory
episode S4.E8 may 2020As a frantic Kate searches for Charlie, Frankie seizes her chance for revenge. Anne and Lionel make a pivotal decision, and Jenny wins big at work.
The Carlsons Move to Calgary
episode S5.E1 february 2021The Carlsons make the move, but it's not exactly what Lionel promised. Alice meets a cute boy at her new school. Kate and the gang fly out for a visit, and they discover Anne has made some questionable new friends.
A Rat, Girl
episode S5.E4 march 2021Lionel is mad at Anne. Jenny is upset with Malcolm. Kate makes a new friend at Parents Storybook Time. Val sets her boys free. Anne signs with Sloane. Kate is conflicted when she must think on her feet. Frankie talks to her new employees.
Mother Knows Breast
episode S5.E5 march 2021Anne's temper gets in the way of promoting her parenting book. Val's "empty" nest - isn't. And a quick fix at work leaves Kate feeling trapped.
Launch Pad to Trash Hole
episode S5.E7 march 2021Anne stays in Val's boys room who now have their own apartment. Sloane brings Kate around to her way of thinking. Rosie helps Kate take some personal pictures to text. Frankie needs to make amends at work. Lionel and girls go to Toronto.
Punch Dad
episode S5.E8 april 2021Lionel becomes internet famous. Anne goes on another TV book promotion. Frankie tries to connect with her son. Rhoda visits an art school. Nathan deals with the death of a friend alone. Sloane pulls Kate into her drama.
Blue Angel
episode S5.E9 april 2021Sloane reveals a personal secret to Kate. Anne enrolls Alice in an all girls high school. Jenny keeps Malcolm on the hook. Frankie learns the truth about the condo construction and Ratgirl.
Fack
episode S5.E10 april 2021Malcolm surprises Jenny but they both end up being surprised. Anne's book is in print. Kate decides to go in a new direction. Lionel stays behind for now. Nathan may be in for a shock.
Warm Lunch
episode S6.E2 may 2022Suspicious of Nathan Jr.'s behaviour, Kate looks to Anne for advice. But the guidance she needs come from a surprising source. Meanwhile, a promising book proposal reunites rivals Kate and Sloane.
The Big One
episode S6.E4 may 2022Val invites the gal pals to her birthday - Well, she invites them to plan her birthday. A conflict between our ladies at the party causes the day to go off the rails until Sloane and Kate turn things around.
Jazz Addict
episode S6.E5 may 2022Kate urges Nathan Jr. to loosen up and discover his wild side. MCP tries to solve problems the quick way, but Jenny isn't willing to cut corners. Anne struggles to keep her trademark anger in check.
Goin' Fishin'
episode S6.E7 may 2022Kate helps Nathan build a connection with Nathan Jr. Anne joins Lionel in Cochrane to support his big day in court. Jenny feels edged out of her own wedding planning while Sloane's love life heats up.
Poke the Bear
episode S6.E8 may 2022A surprise move from Goldie sends Kate and Sloane's joint project into a tailspin. Upon returning from Cochrane, tensions between Lionel and Anne are higher than ever.
Buried
episode S6.E9 may 2022Kate discovers Charlie has an imaginary friend, while her business is under fire. The Carlsons reluctantly host a guest from Cochrane. A stubborn Jenny comes to terms with painful realities.
Bachelorette, But Make It Spooky
episode S6.E10 may 2022It's Jenny's bachelorette party, and Val booked a haunted house. But when a storm and an unwanted visitor pose a real threat, the ladies will have to band together if they want to survive the night.
Grow If You Want
episode S6.E13 may 2022Kate may never 'have it all,' but she's finally closer to finding a balance. Anne has a breakthrough at anger management. And Nathan Jr. makes a big decision.
I Got This
episode S7.E3 april 2023On her first day away from baby, Sloane's maternal anxieties seep into the workplace. A disastrous commercial shoot brings Kate closer to her new client, as Anne goes on a risky field trip with hers.
The Sterilizer
episode S7.E5 april 2023Kate spins a PR crisis using Nathan's recent guilty pleasure. Anne and Lionel grow suspicious of Alice's involvement in a club, and Val helps Sloane find community of her own.
It's Five O'Clock Somewhere
episode S7.E6 april 2023Kate joins Ram out of office to brainstorm. Sloane catches her new friend in a lie. Jenny joins a surprising self-defence class. Anne resolves to foil Alice's plan - if she can get home in time.
It's All Gone
episode S7.E7 april 2023When they wake up at Kate's office the morning after a night no-one can remember, the ladies must piece together exactly how a celebration for Alice could have gone so horribly wrong.
Fast and Soft
episode S7.E8 may 2023In the aftermath of Alice's party, Kate does her due diligence to make things right, Sloane urges Paul to heat things up, and Anne calls in the big guns to scare Alice straight.-
The Proposal
episode S7.E10 may 2023The gang's surprise for Val is derailed when she runs into her ex. In the chaos, Sloane sees a new side of Paul, Anne puts Alice in the hot seat, and Kate goes above and beyond for her client. -
The End
episode S7.E13 may 2023Kate searches for the magic, Anne learns to let go, Sloane honors her priorities, Jenny course corrects, and Val makes amends.
- Bare
- Rules
- Fem Card
- Bad Help
- Sophie's Choice-ish
- The Wolf and the Rabbit
- Phoenix Rising
- Hoop Earring
- Tricky Nipple
- The Coxswain
- Bye Bye Kate
- Merde
- Good Mom
- The Sign
- The Holy Hole
- Consent
- Shame Spiral
- Retreat
- Spirit Animal
- Cuck
- Trash Panda
- If Women Had to Give Birth
- Look Back
- Birth Daze
- Training Day
- Revenge Fantasy
- Girl's Trip
- Guns 'n Deception
- Business Boyz
- What's It Gonna Be
- Charade
- The Man in the Mexican Mask
- No One's Coming
- To Lure a Squirrel
- Lice
- Charlie and The Weed Factory
- The Carlsons Move to Calgary
- A Rat, Girl
- Mother Knows Breast
- Launch Pad to Trash Hole
- Punch Dad
- Blue Angel
- Fack
- Warm Lunch
- The Big One
- Jazz Addict
- Goin' Fishin'
- Poke the Bear
- Buried
- Bachelorette, But Make It Spooky
- Grow If You Want
- I Got This
- The Sterilizer
- It's Five O'Clock Somewhere
- It's All Gone
- Fast and Soft
- The Proposal
- The End
Best moments10
- When Kate, Anne, Frankie and Val take a memorable "trip" to celebrate Frankie's birthday, secrets are revealed and friendships are tested.
- Kate joins Ram out of office to brainstorm. Sloane catches her new friend in a lie. Jenny joins a surprising self-defence class. Anne resolves to foil Alice's plan - if she can get home in time.
- Val invites the gal pals to her birthday - Well, she invites them to plan her birthday. A conflict between our ladies at the party causes the day to go off the rails until Sloane and Kate turn things around.
- It's Jenny's bachelorette party, and Val booked a haunted house. But when a storm and an unwanted visitor pose a real threat, the ladies will have to band together if they want to survive the night.
- The gang's surprise for Val is derailed when she runs into her ex. In the chaos, Sloane sees a new side of Paul, Anne puts Alice in the hot seat, and Kate goes above and beyond for her client.
- When they wake up at Kate's office the morning after a night no-one can remember, the ladies must piece together exactly how a celebration for Alice could have gone so horribly wrong.
- Jenny leans in at work; Kate and Mike turn up the heat; and Frankie opens her heart. Anne takes a client's problems into her own hands.
- The Carlsons make the move, but it's not exactly what Lionel promised. Alice meets a cute boy at her new school. Kate and the gang fly out for a visit, and they discover Anne has made some questionable new friends.
- In the aftermath of Alice's party, Kate does her due diligence to make things right, Sloane urges Paul to heat things up, and Anne calls in the big guns to scare Alice straight.
- Anne stays in Val's boys room who now have their own apartment. Sloane brings Kate around to her way of thinking. Rosie helps Kate take some personal pictures to text. Frankie needs to make amends at work. Lionel and girls go to Toronto.
- Girl's Trip
- It's Five O'Clock Somewhere
- The Big One
- Bachelorette, But Make It Spooky
- The Proposal
- It's All Gone
- Guns 'n Deception
- The Carlsons Move to Calgary
- Fast and Soft
- Launch Pad to Trash Hole