Benefactor Factor | [s4e15] The

Sheldon finds the concept of "schmoozing" for money illogical and spends the gala being his characteristically blunt and socially awkward self, which ironically amuses some of the donors. Guest Star

is the 15th episode of the fourth season of the hit CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory , which originally aired on February 10, 2011. Episode Synopsis

For more details on the cast and crew, you can visit the IMDb episode page . [S4E15] The Benefactor Factor

The plot centers on a moral dilemma faced by Leonard Hofstadter. The University is hosting a fundraising gala to court wealthy donors. Leonard meets , a wealthy, older widow and potential benefactor played by guest star Jessica Walter.

"The Big Bang Theory" The Benefactor Factor (TV Episode 2011) - Plot Sheldon finds the concept of "schmoozing" for money

Leonard is initially repulsed by the idea of "selling himself" for science, but Sheldon is surprisingly supportive, viewing it as a logical sacrifice for the advancement of physics.

The duo spends much of the gala trying to impress wealthy women, with Raj using his "silent charm" (since he still cannot speak to women without alcohol at this point in the series) and Howard using his usual misguided pick-up lines. The plot centers on a moral dilemma faced

Title reference: Mrs. Latham, a woman Leonard has sex with so that she will donate money to the university.