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Ben 'Pop-Pop' Goldberg is a fictional character portrayed by Judd Hirsch in the TV series The Goldbergs.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled In Conclusion, Thanksgiving (season 3), they were 80 years old.
They appear in 22 episodes out of a total of 229 aired

Ben 'Pop-Pop' Goldberg

by Judd Hirsch

character

Episodes22

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    In Conclusion, Thanksgiving
    episode S3.E8 november 2015
    Beverly insists on hosting a big family gathering for Thanksgiving. Meanwhile, Adam learns he can manipulate Murray with song lyrics, and Barry and Erica compete to be the heir of the Thanksgiving toast.
  • 7.4
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    Wingmom
    episode S3.E9 december 2015
    After Murray agrees to let him join ROTC, Barry asks Beverly to get him out of it. Adam objects when Pops buys a Florida timeshare.
  • 7.9
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    Smother's Day
    episode S3.E22 may 2016
    Adam dreams of going to Space Camp. Beverly is upset on Mother's Day when she receives an obviously last-minute gift of "mom coupons" from Barry and Erica.
  • 7.6
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    Crazy Calls
    episode S4.E4 october 2016
    Erica and Adam deal with their relationship issues, while Beverly deals with Murray's stubbornness.
  • 7.5
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    Angst-Giving
    episode S7.E8 november 2019
    Beverly's patience with Pop Pop is put to the test due to his endless Thanksgiving demands; Barry and Erica are ready to return home for the holiday, but Uncle Marvin accidentally drives them to Pittsburgh.
  • 7.1
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    Pickleball
    episode S7.E11 january 2020
    Beverly discovers Murray is actually a year younger than they knew so she plans a do-over at celebrating his 50th birthday; Coach Mellor attempts to prepare Adam for pickleball tryouts.
  • 7.1
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    Hanukkah On the Seas
    episode S8.E7 december 2020
    Pops surprises the family with an ill-advised winter cruise to Canada; Erica stirs up holiday trouble at home. Barry is still reeling from his break up with Ren.
  • 7.3
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    Poker Night
    episode S8.E20 may 2021
    In order to take her mind off of her heartbreak, Erica takes a trip to to see her best friend; after getting caught taking part in an underground poker game, Adam gets sentenced to Pop-Pop duty, which turns out better than expected.
  • 7
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    The Hunt for the Great Albino Pumpkin
    episode S9.E6 october 2021
    Adam finds himself disenchanted with Halloween; Barry decides to bring his former alter ego, rapper "Big Tasty," back to life; Barry and Joanne meet Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.
  • 7.2
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    A Light Thanksgiving Nosh
    episode S9.E8 november 2021
    When Beverly learns that Linda Schwartz will host Thanksgiving this year, she becomes concerned that her role as family hostess, and Erica's mom, is threatened; Pop-Pop surprises the family by showing up with a new "lady friend."
  • 7.4
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    Adam Graduates!
    episode S9.E22 may 2022
    Adam's graduation day is approaching and everyone is ready -- except for Beverly, who is not coping well with the idea of an empty nest; with Geoff's encouragement, Erica decides to try out as a one-time backup singer replacement.
  • 6.2
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    If You Build It
    episode S10.E1 september 2022
    With everyone living back at home, the house is full of Goldberg chaos; pregnant Erica enlists Beverly's help in clearing things out for the baby; Adam and Barry are forced to share a bedroom to make room for the baby nursery.
  • 6.5
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    That's a Schwartz Man
    episode S10.E2 september 2022
    With both sides of the family eager for answers on Geoff and Erica's pregnancy, they decide to keep their baby's sex a surprise; Adam recruits Glascott to help his mother cope with his departure for NYU.
  • 6.7
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    Jenkintown After Dark
    episode S10.E3 october 2022
    Adam calls Brea, despite promising to keep distance so they can each establish themselves at college, sending Beverly into a tailspin; Joanne lands a coveted job at a posh Philly law firm.
  • 6.6
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    Rhinestones and Roses
    episode S10.E7 november 2022
    The country-music craze hits the town and gets everyone line-dancing; Adam scores a new job, but his lack of time to spend with Pop-Pop results in some comically-disastrous outcomes.
  • 6.8
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    Another Turkey in the Trot
    episode S10.E8 november 2022
    Geoff and Erica are stressed over the new baby; an unexpected Goldberg relative arrives for Thanksgiving, making everyone highly suspicious.
  • 6.7
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    The Better Annie
    episode S10.E16 march 2023
    Adam, excited to introduce Carmen to his family, is shocked by a former incident between her and one of his siblings. Meanwhile, Geoff helps Pop-Pop improve his roommate status.
  • 6.7
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    A Flyer's Path to Victory
    episode S10.E17 march 2023
    When the Flyers make it to the Stanley Cup Finals, Barry implements superstitious protocols that the family must follow; per Geoff's request, Lou and Linda spend some quality time with Muriel.
  • 6.7
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    Love Shack
    episode S10.E18 april 2023
    At Pop-Pop's old apartment, Adam discovers an item from the past and realizes they have more in common than he thought; Erica and Geoff search for a place to enjoy a moment alone.
  • 6.3
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    Flowers for Barry
    episode S10.E19 april 2023
    Beverly discovers the complicated world of adult relationships is filled with minefields when she opens her mind to dating; Barry discovers a new passion.
  • 6.6
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    Uptown Boy
    episode S10.E20 april 2023
    With Erica at a crossroads about her future, she draws inspiration from Baby Boom and crafts a plan to have it all; Adam remakes the "Uptown Girl" music video, meets Carmen's father and learns to be more of a "downtown man."
  • 6.7
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    Bev to the Future
    episode S10.E22 may 2023
    The series finale: When Adam takes Beverly to her high school reunion, he tries to end a reality where she winds up with the wrong man; Barry and Joanne make a surprising decision to prove the seriousness of their relationship.