Jimmy and Kim manipulate Craig and Betsy Kettleman , who now run a shady tax service, into spreading a rumor that Howard Hamlin has a cocaine addiction.
Back in Albuquerque, Mike Ehrmantraut enters a tense standoff with Gus and Tyrus when he refuses to allow them to use Nacho’s innocent father as leverage. 'Better Call Saul' Season 6, Episode 2 Recap - Vulture [S6E2] Carrot and Stick
The episode's title refers to two distinct methods of manipulation used by the main characters: Jimmy and Kim manipulate Craig and Betsy Kettleman
This scene is widely cited by critics as a turning point for Kim, showcasing a newfound ruthlessness that surprises even Jimmy. The Nacho Varga Plotline: [S6E2] Carrot and Stick