Justin meets clients Darius and Christopher who have a long list of requests for their bathroom redesign and a surprise outdoor space they’ll need to revamp in stages! Dedrick has his weekly Hideoki team meeting to discuss strategies for the Greatness Collection drop and how to bring Hideoki products to…

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: Voices Unheard: Voices Unheard is a collection of Black stories from right within our backyards that uplifts, informs & inspires. Not Just a Name: This documentary explores the stigma and racial bias experienced by African…

When Marion "Mad Dog" Casey is cut from his pro football team, his wife decides it's time she goes back to work and for him to be the stay-at-home parent. After a few boring weeks of ballet, Marion suddenly discovers that his daughter's real skill is in soccer. Now, this…

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When sister Sheila and Lynn decide to open a bakery together they'll need to learn that their big personality differences are the keys to their success!

When an overwhelmed Jr. thinks he is not smart enough to take care of his own son, Michael tells Jr. that "Jr., Jr." is a "magic baby," and that every time he holds him, it will make Jr. smarter. The ploy works, but in the process Jr. becomes somewhat arrogant…

Michael advises Jr. that it's ok to spend some time away from Vanessa and the baby, but his advice misfires when Jr. invites Jay along to their all-male poker game. Michael decides, in turn, to crash Jay's all-female book club, where they're discussing the latest book by Angeline Boudreaux.

When he realizes that the kids are falling behind in cultural and intellectual advancement, Bernie imposes enrichment programs that backfire.

Chef Jazzuri of Zurri’s Catering Company goes head-to-head with Chef Bendrick of Smoking Cade’s BBQ. Today’s hearty challenge features Turkey leg and Okra. Who will smoke out the competition?

Chef B of Everybody Eats Grill faces off against Chef Al of Windy City Grill Gang. Today’s challenge has our competitors preparing Lamb with a side of Pickled Vegetables. Will they be able to find the perfect balance between these distinct flavors and wow the judges?

Chef Jazzuri of Zurri’s Catering Company goes head-to-head with Chef Bendrick of Smoking Cade’s BBQ. Today’s hearty challenge features Turkey leg and Okra. Who will smoke out the competition?

Dedrick has a visit from his previous Artistic Director, Crystal Paris, now a renowned artist who has a surprise gift for him! Justin finesses the finishing touches on Lamar’s condo in the city with art from his personal collection.

A diverse, somewhat divided community comes together to save a once popular suburban school in danger of closing while an ambitious, newly-appointed principal and a handful of committed teachers -- none of whom see eye to eye -- try to maintain a sense of normalcy in the midst of the…

Tennessee State University's new female golf coach assembles a team of international misfits for the PGA Minority Collegiate Championship.

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Dre Shaw reluctantly puts his life as a social media rising star on hold to return home for a family wedding, only to go from family liability to savior.

James Mink, a black man with a successful livery business, has a white wife and a beautiful daughter, Mary. A marital match is arranged for Mary but the man sells her into slavery instead. James and his wife go to rescue their daughter.

Francesca Goode is a successful New York banker who goes from being a boss to being broke overnight after the Feds freeze all her assets when she's wrongfully blamed for unethical banking practices. She's forced to give up her hard-earned, lavish lifestyle and move back home to her humble beginnings…

Based upon the true story of Kimberley T. Zulkowski's Grandmother, Margie Ree Harris. "Grandma's House" gives a compelling insight into how the Executive Producer's life changed when she moved into her Grandmother's home, and their generations became one under the same roof. Chock-full of passion, Faith, and Family, the Film…

Successful restaurateurs understand that when guests visit, they expect more than a meal. They expect an experience - and the staff is a key part. Critical thinking, agility, adaptability, communication, and teamwork are soft-skills required for success. That is what The Level Up Experience challenge @ Gocha’s Breakfast Bar will…

Michael's sister Kelly is coming over for the weekend, which freaks Jay out because every time Kelly comes over she overstays her welcome and always gets on Jay's nerves. This time is no different, with Kelly constantly throwing on Jay's face that she is fatter than her, a worse cook…

Michael decides to help Junior on his women approach techniques, seeing that his son has absolutely no clue on how to behave around women. His advice consists on primarily having women say "really?", which is the key for a successful approach. When Jr. tests Michael’s advice on one of Claire…

Feeling that she has no space and time of her own due to home duties, Jay decides to paint. The result is a portrait of Michael based on Michelangelo's David, which makes Michael feel a little bit "diminished". They start an argument over it, which ends on Michael finally agreeing…

Michael's old friend Tommy is coming over and Michael is very excited because he and Tommy used to compete for everything. But his excitement soon turns into awkwardness when Tommy shows in on a wheelchair and Michael doesn't know how to act with the situation. Tommy decides to take advantage…

Jay decides to attend an "Open Your Heart" seminar for struggling couples, even though she and Michael are happier than ever. Her excuse is "prevention", but Michael warns her not to try fixing something that isn't broken. At the seminar, they are teased against each other and stop talking to…

Successful restaurateurs understand that when guests visit, they expect more than a meal. They expect an experience - and the staff is a key part. Critical thinking, agility, adaptability, communication, and teamwork are soft-skills required for success. That is what The Level Up Experience challenge @ Gocha’s Breakfast Bar will…

Justin envisions a total home redesign for client Michelle – a gorgeous historic property with a ballroom that Justin will need to modernize. Dedrick and a group of friends and family gather at the studio to pick out fabrics while Dedrick will need to design unique looks for all of…

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: 365 Days in LA: In the midst of a pandemic and after a health scare, a veteran high school teacher halts her life and leaves all she knows behind. Black Dad: Social Black Parental Commentary…

Spaghetti and Meatballs Have your meatball and eat it too! Chef Jay shows you how to have a delicious home classic, however you need it, with no compromise! Using vegan meat seasoning to perfection along with gluten free noodles and garlic toast, you’ll create a dish everyone will enjoy no…

Pecan Crusted Chicken Breast with Agave Mustard Boring Chicken Breast gets cranked up into a culinary masterpiece when Chef Jay combines sweet, nutty and savory toasted pecans to create a 5 star flavor you’ll savor.

Twice Baked Breakfast Potatoes and Maple Bacon topped French Toast Follow along as Chef Jay twists your average bacon, eggs and potatoes into twice baked breakfast potatoes. Average French toast is amplified with Chef Jay’s Bacon Maple syrup! Your brunch will never be the same.

A family man makes a mistake that changes his life forever. Now he must start a journey to forgiveness that will bring him back to love, family and faith.

A powerful and inspirational musical stage play that will evoke an array of emotions.  Cynthia Wyatt, as a troubled teen, abandons her fraternal twin infants, leaving her own mother Annie Ruth Wyatt to raise the children. Now, it's 25 years later and one of the twins Josephine Wyatt, an attorney at Barnes…

Jr. is finally ready to propose to Vanessa, but every time he tries to do so, something interrupts him, including Michael and Jay -- who are preparing to compete against each other in a karaoke.

At first, Michael is skeptical that Jay can be successful at opening her own soul food restaurant. But his competitive and supportive sides emerge when the Hoos, the owners of the Chinese restaurant across the street, use sneaky tactics to put "Jay's Soooooouuuul Kitchen" out of business.

A drama centered around a promising football running back during his senior year in college.

A drama centered around a promising football running back during his senior year in college.

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: Kings: A rookie African American police officer on his first night on the job faces a veteran partner who abuses the power of his badge. ‘Til Death: A man learns he will forever be haunted…

Southern University alum Shaquile Dillon joins the show to talk about the importance of education, his time as a Jaguar, along with becoming VP at Huston-Tillotson University.

Livingstone College alum and celebrity stylist Renaldo Nehemiah joins the show to discuss what it was like being a student athlete, styling some of the hottest celebrities, and his role at Overtime/OTE.

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Set in contemporary Washington D.C., a rising black painter strives to break into the competitive art world, while balancing a bittersweet romance he never expected.

Candy Meyers is a successful anchor on a top-rated national magazine show. Fierce, independent and committed to her job Candy can see only one thing missing from her life; her birth mother. Now, Candy will take a journey into her past that will change her life forever. ABFF winner.

Claire comes home with the exciting news that she was invited to senior prom. Jay is excited about it and volunteers to chaperone at the dance, in order to keep Claire safe from her date, a senior quarterback. But Jay's exaggerated excitement makes Claire feel uncomfortable, especially when her parents…

Jr.'s graduation is coming up, and he breaks the news to his family that he wants to go to college. At first shocked, Michael decides to help him make a good interview, but his anxiety and lack of good sense makes him look like a complete moron. He even tries…

Junior finally graduates, and his parents give him a trip to Japan as a gift – and as a way to separate Junior and Vanessa, who are planning on moving in together and getting married as soon as they start college. Both Kady and Clare admit their sadness on Junior…

After hearing the shocking news that their son Junior is going to become a father, Michael and Jay freak out. They try to talk with him and help him realize he can't support a family living in their garage and having no job, so Michael offers him a job at…

Michael meets his friend Jimmy at the golf club and is impressed with how much hair he's grown with the help of some "miracle" pills called "Come Hair Now". As he starts to take them in overdose, weird stripes of hair rise from his chronically bald head. He's jealous of…

Michael wants Jr. to learn the family business by starting at the bottom, so he assigns Jr. to do menial jobs around Kyle Trucking. Jr., however, decides to use the fact that he's the boss' son to his advantage and convinces other employees to do his work for him. Meanwhile,…

Jay decides to go to college and get her psychology degree, which Michael fully reprehends her for. He doesn't want her to put the household in second because it would jeopardize the entire family and eventually could ruin their marriage. After going to a real psychologist, Michael and Jay come…

Vanessa's parents come over the Kyles house to discuss the future baby's situation. Michael is outraged with the demands from the Scotts, but Calvin's size makes Michael think twice before taking any drastic measures. They take the Scotts out for dinner and are left with the bill. Realizing they have…

The kids “unionize” — and then go on strike — after Bernie refuses to meet their demands for higher pay when they’re forced to complete tasks that go beyond normal chores.

When Jordan declares that he’s Jesus Christ, Bernie hopes to set him straight by forcing him to memorize the bible. Jordan gets revenge by convincing Bryana that Bernie’s “sin cup” is full, prompting Bryana to destroy some of Bernie’s cherished possessions.

Bernie grows concerned when Jordan’s obsession for magic tricks shifts to an obsession for Vanessa’s friend; Bernie grows nostalgic for his first love.

When Bernie realizes that other parents play more than a small role in helping their kids with school projects, he decides to complete Jordan’s latest assignment without Jordan’s input; with some help from Bernie, Vanessa is elected class treasurer.

For Yo-Yo, bigger is better in this episode, so bring your appetite for a Big Turkey burger that is a favorite for all her family and friends. It's a burger topped with Turkey bacon Turkey sausage, pepper Jack cheese, honey mustard jalapeno Peppers, and a ton of other fixings. It’s…

When you are cooking meals that are family favorites you are definitely cooking with love, and in this episode of downright delicious Yo-Yo and her Mama Mia lay out smothered pork chops with white rice served with braised cabbage and cornbread. It's a meal that not only a family will…

Momma Lena comes down to Earth as an angel to check on her three daughters; Fran, Christine and Tonia. She sits on the side of the stage, The Angels Corner and narrates the play in between the scenes. Fran and her husband Phillip are lawyers at top law firms; Christine…

We all make jokes about sharing a closet with a life partner, but in real life it can be less than funny. What happens when a soon-to-be groom recognizes that there’s potential for a relationship battleground in the main bedroom closet? If he is smart, he calls The Order Project…

Camille Sledge lights up the stage with raw energy and fearless truth, taking us from rhythm to revelation through her unmistakable voice and story.

Emmitt Dupree blends smooth keys and honest storytelling in a performance that dives deep into moments that shaped him as an artist and man.

Sensational songwriter and singer, Syleena Johnson graces the Jam Session stage with her dynamic vocal range and emotional storytelling through music. A beloved artist by the music industry and adored by fans, Syleecia brings her all.

Independent artist, Kyante' takes the Jam Session stage with her unique blend of R&B, soul, and pop influences. Through her captivating performances and relatable lyrics that she writes, she is an up and coming artist to watch in the R&B and soul music scene.

Direct from the heart of London's live music scene, this dynamic music program features the world's hottest artists of today and tomorrow. Live in 2013, this episode features Jason Derulo with eleven platinum singles and over 30 million singles sold.

Aneesa's baby sister, Serena, is getting married, and she wants to give her the best wedding present possible. Yet, when they discover they have two other sisters, Serena decides she wants to find them and have them participate. Can Aneesa and Serena find the two women? If she does, can…

The Infamous Future shines a light on the journey of The Eagle Academy Foundation’s schools, which focuses on black and brown boys, and the pursuit of providing them with quality education in the midst of severe education inequity. The documentary explores the unique perspectives of the educators at The Eagle…

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Tre sets out to reclaim his sense of self by dropping his inherited name and choosing one of his own.

A drama centered around a promising football running back during his senior year in college.

Bernie’s long-held grudge against joke thief Chris Rock boils to the surface when Bernie’s agent gets the pair a spot on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno; Jordan takes measures to infect himself with pink eye when he discovers that Bryana gets to stay home from school.

Bernie decides to employ the same strategy used in chess to control the kids, but when Jordan masters the game, he lays a trap and makes his uncle a target in a paint ball tournament.

Bernie decides to save money by shopping at a grocery store that sells food in bulk. When he’s unable to restrain his buying impulses, Wanda locks all the food in a shed, forcing Bernie to find a way in.

Bernie’s new maid finds herself at the mercy of the kids, until Bernie gets wind of the situation and encourages her to launch a counterattack.

When Bernie becomes disgusted with the kids and the way they waste their Saturdays, he makes Bryana sign up for soccer and Jordan join the Scouts... unaware of all the work.

Winner, winner, chicken dinner, and this episode Yo-Yo creates a chicken dinner that is a real winner! She cooks up bone in, skin on chicken thighs that are seasoned to perfection with Curry and coconut milk. She serves it with wild rice with onions, garlic, almonds, and jalapenos. She brings…

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: The Last Rose: Against her mother’s wishes, a girl dates a guy that leads to her contracting HIV and ultimately her death. Radical Joy: In a time of mounting social unrest, a young Black woman…

Aneesa's baby sister, Serena, is getting married, and she wants to give her the best wedding present possible. Yet, when they discover they have two other sisters, Serena decides she wants to find them and have them participate. Can Aneesa and Serena find the two women? If she does, can…

A powerful and inspirational musical stage play that will evoke an array of emotions.  Cynthia Wyatt, as a troubled teen, abandons her fraternal twin infants, leaving her own mother Annie Ruth Wyatt to raise the children. Now, it's 25 years later and one of the twins Josephine Wyatt, an attorney at Barnes…

Get a taste for tapas with Host Zak Wallace and this do-it-yourself sibling trio serving Spanish cuisine that leaves you wanting Más Así - “more like that.”

Jr. and Vanessa announce that they want to get married in two weeks, Vanessa having told Jr. that she wants a small, simple wedding. Michael and Jay offer to help plan it, but instead of something simple and sweet, they plan an elaborate and expensive ceremony that includes dolphins, a…

Successful restaurateurs understand that when guests visit, they expect more than a meal. They expect an experience - and the staff is a key part. Critical thinking, agility, adaptability, communication, and teamwork are soft-skills required for success. That is what The Level Up Experience challenge @ Gocha’s Breakfast Bar will…

Regina hires a new assistant to fill in while Lovita is on maternity leave, but after Regina gives the homely girl a killer makeover, she thinks Steve may be making a play for her. Meanwhile Romeo tries to decide whether to go to college or go to work with his…

Steve is a little too enthusiastic in his glee over Romeo, Bullethead, and Lydia's impending graduation, especially when Lydia wins the class-valedictorian race and Romeo is voted the senior speaker for commencement. Meanwhile, Steve and Regina compete with each other over who can book the coolest celebrity to speak at…

Justin and Darnell source all things tile for Michelle’s home across multiple applications. Dedrick and the Alpha Derby exec team prepare for the party of the season for a good cause and everyone’s unique outfit will be on full display! The two designers compare notes in how they navigate rules…

Dedrick introduces Justin to Pamola Powell, the interior designer he worked with to create the mythical Hideoki studio and Dedrick’s sacred space. Justin reveals Michelle’s brand new office and how a room’s character can reflect and create us.

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: The Way Out: Following a violent encounter with her abusive boyfriend, a young woman finds an unexpected way to leave him. Roll Pin Punch: Two MMA fighters, both women of color, spar with one another…

Justin begins a new project with homeowner, Rashad, who plans to bring a fixer-upper home on a stunning lakeview property to life. Dedrick gets creative with collaboration partner D.L. Warfield (Creative Director for Usher, OutKast) on how to evolve the golf space with a unique PING x Hideoki collection.

Dedrick goes to luxury factories in Italy to bring the PING x Hideoki collection to fruition and reveals the fine craftsmanship of the PING x Hideoki collection. Justin dives into the details of selecting finishes for Rashad’s kitchen and bathrooms. Together, the two uncover how storytelling is all in the…

Justin gets a surprise visit from his mom on the job, as we get to know where Justin’s expertise all began. Dedrick invites a group of young adults from the Nsoro foundation to tour his studio and gives a lesson on the foundations of our careers and the ultimate bedrock:…

Justin dives into the colors and textures of the Caribbean Carnival celebration, J’ouvert, as he brings his design eye to the commercial space with the aptly named Caribbean bar and kitchen, J’ouvert! Dedrick explores the scents and production of tobacco as he researches the perfect combination for custom cigars to…

Ryan and Sebastian seem to have it all - a successful practice, best-selling books and an Emmy-nominated TV show. Behind the scenes, however, their relationship is falling apart and are keeping up appearances to save their lucrative careers. When the truth is suddenly exposed, Ryan and Sebastian must face the…

When average joe Reggie Brooks suddenly comes into a massive fortune, he decides it's time to find a woman to settle down with before the media gets wind of his new-found wealth. Now, it's up to Reggie's friend Blake, and Blake's wife Piper, to find Reggie the girl of his…

When Jay wishes that Michael would give her the kind of romantic attention that she sees newlywed Vanessa getting from Jr., Michael decides to kill Jay with kindness so he can get back to watching TV and ignoring her. Meanwhile, Franklin tells Kady that he thinks he's too short and…

When Vanessa innocently buys Jr. a foosball game, Jr. discovers his competitive nature and becomes obnoxious when he wins. When Michael challenges Jr. and wins, he initially wants to teach his son a lesson about being a good winner. But then when Michael continues to win, his "fatherly lesson" goes…

Bernie forces Jordan to become friends with a nerd at school... only to discover, to his horror, that the nerd’s boring father wants to be Bernie’s friend.

The kids “unionize” — and then go on strike — after Bernie refuses to meet their demands for higher pay when they’re forced to complete tasks that go beyond normal chores.

Steve faces writer's block while writing a new song for Black History Month; Bullethead and Romeo convince a pair of older women that they live in Regina's apartment.

Ronny Cash brings heart and heat to the stage, blending smooth vocals, sonic brilliance by pushing the boundaries of contemporary music.

Ronny Cash brings heart and heat to the stage, blending smooth vocals, sonic brilliance by pushing the boundaries of contemporary music.

Justin gets invited to the Savannah College of Art and Design as a premiere interior designer in Atlanta and an example for young artists in the field. Dedrick is awarded a cover feature on In The City magazine and his family come to support him, while revealing all they’ve learned…

Featuring the best of urban short films by tomorrow’s next great filmmakers, this episode includes: Dreams From the Edge: A young girl dreams of becoming a Hollywood actress, despite her mother's reluctance. Looking For Me: The misadventures of a life coach whose life is in the garbage, yet again. Goodbye:…

A second-time-around love story that proves that, even though you've been married once, you don't automatically get it right the second time.

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When sister Sheila and Lynn decide to open a bakery together they'll need to learn that their big personality differences are the keys to their success!

Michael feels neglected because Jay is spending all of her time studying for her psychology final. He decides to tutor her, but his efforts cause her to fail. To make it up to her, he tries to bribe her professor to let her re-take the test. Meanwhile, when Kady thinks…

When Jay insists that Michael buy her a present for "Sweetheart's Day," a reluctant Michael comes up with a scheme to base the price of Jay's gift on her attitude towards him at a particular moment. He shares his plan with Jr., Tony and Franklin, hoping that they will follow…

When Jordan declares that he’s Jesus Christ, Bernie hopes to set him straight by forcing him to memorize the bible. Jordan gets revenge by convincing Bryana that Bernie’s “sin cup” is full, prompting Bryana to destroy some of Bernie’s cherished possessions.

The competition grows fiercer as Chef Rachelle of Rachelle’s Creative Dishes squares off against Chef Ohh. With Steak and Sweet Onion as the ingredients, our competitors must dish out sweet and savory meals. Who will secure a chance to continue?

As Cedric waits for the end of the world courtesy of Y2K, Steve, Regina and Steve find their plans for New Year's Eve falling apart.

Chef Jazzuri of Zurri’s Catering Company goes head-to-head with Chef Bendrick of Smoking Cade’s BBQ. Today’s hearty challenge features Turkey leg and Okra. Who will smoke out the competition?

The competition grows fiercer as Chef Rachelle of Rachelle’s Creative Dishes squares off against Chef Ohh. With Steak and Sweet Onion as the ingredients, our competitors must dish out sweet and savory meals. Who will secure a chance to continue?