Gloria's parents are introduced, and her surname is revealed to be Sato.
Mark the hero from "Skunked" makes a reappearance. One of the poolgoers mentions they've seen him before, calling back to said episode.
The "Banana" song Cricket and Tilly sing to try and cheer up Gloria is a parody of the popular meme "Peanut Butter Jelly Time".
Moral for 'Rent Control: Gloria learned she doesn't have to pretend to be successful to impress her parents and what matters is she's doing her best.
Moral for Pool's Gold: Cricket learned not to get hung up on finding something better otherwise he'll miss out on all the fun right in front of him.