Robert learns of Neesee's plan to visit a sperm bank to have a baby. His relationship becomes strained after his former partner comes to stay.

Neesee and Robert make a decision about a second child. Also Neesee wants Robert to come with her to her mother's wedding.

Dee Dee's cousin Barbara comes to town for Big Dee Dee's baby shower, and stays with Mona because there is no room at Dee Dee's place. Mona is furious to learn from Barbara that Dee Dee shared things that Mona had told her in confidence about the effect her mother's bitterness has had on her feelings about marriage. Mona gives Dee Dee the silent treatment, but later has a talk with Phyllis about her fears. Big Dee Dee dreads the shower because she knows the guests will insist on touching her belly. Meanwhile, Spencer gets a makeover from Adam and some friends in the hopes of impressing Camille's social crowd.

Dee Dee invites everyone over to her parents' house for Christmas. The Bay Area experiences a heatwave, which leads to a brownout that nearly ruins dinner. Spencer angrily declines Mona's invitation, as the holiday brings up many issues about his absent father. Mona later offers to help Spencer track down his father. Phyllis brings her new boyfriend, a Santa Claus she met at the children's hospital, but both she and Charles object when the man refuses to keep his hands off of her. Neil calls Dee Dee and asks to come over and speak with her. She believes that he wants her back, and is stunned when he instead announces plans to marry. She tries to use the heat to her advantage in an attempt to win back Neil, while Mona urges her to just move on.

Camille sets up Mona on a date with her best friend, the handsome and engaging Carlo, whom she hasn't seen for many years. Mona is thrilled when she and Carlo hit it off, and believes he might be a long-term boyfriend prospect. However, Carlo is actually in love with Camille and wants to pursue a relationship with her. Meanwhile, Dee Dee and Big Dee Dee are desperate to find out the sex of the baby, while Charles insists that they should wait until the birth. The women try to go behind his back to the doctor.

Delicious Records is bought out; and a new boss, respected music business veteran Kai Owens, takes over the company. She is bringing many of her own associates along, so she begins conducting interviews to see which employees will get to keep their jobs. Adam, exhilarated by all of the drama, giddily celebrates each new firing by banging a gong. Mona fears that she will be the next to go because she is terrible in interviews. Despite Dee Dee's advice, she blows the interview. However, Kai respects her work so much that she promotes her to a Vice President position. This makes her Spencer's boss, and he has trouble adjusting to the situation, ignoring her orders and talking back to her. Mona worries that they will not be able to maintain their friendship. Meanwhile, Dee Dee pleads with her mother to let her make a connection with her unborn brother in some way. Big Dee Dee offers to let her name the baby.

Ellis suspects Joan’s unhappiness has more to do with Toni’s wedding than their relationship.

Maya makes a new friend that her old friends don’t like, and Lynn “fakes” her birthday to collect on a cash prize.

An already envious Joan is livid when her college rival (Elise) is invited to be a bridesmaid at Toni's wedding.

Kidnapped in Africa and subsequently enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata must navigate a revolution in New York, isolation in Nova Scotia and treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone, in an attempt to secure her freedom in the 18th century.

Breanna claims shes moved on from Arnaz.

Cash shoots a movie on his roomies lives and loves.

This show is all about great food served family style. First Jernard lays out a seafood boil with crab, sausage, corn, and potatoes; and then cooks up crawfish fried rice seasoned to perfection.

In this episode, Chef Jernard gives us a taste of the Caribbean islands. He cooks up curried oxtails with steamed sauteed cabbage spiced just right with a little island heat.

Chef Jernard shows us how he keeps meals healthy, easy and delicious. He makes a mason jar salad with grilled chicken breast and then makes a smoked onion, watermelon, and feta salad with blackened shrimp.

Home cookin’ is all about good food and creating family memories. Chef Jernard give us all that and a taste of some of his favorite meals. He starts out with a sweet tea brined crispy fried chicken, a sauteed collard green cabbage mixture, and hot and delicious cornbread.

Radio Host, & coffee connoisseur Angela Yee stops by for cocktails and conversations. JJ makes an expresso martini, along with pan seared chicken with pollo guisado ragout and serves it with a mixed green salad topped with sherry dressing.

Chef JJ is giving his recipes a little kick with some spices that are good for any dish. On the menu is a rigatoni with spicy sausage and spicy apricot ginger wings that are perfect for any occasion.

Chef JJ shows off for Rapper Freeway with a quick and easy BBQ meal that you can prepare indoors. He lays out BBQ brisket sliders, smokey baked beans, and simple coleslaw that helps bring the BBQ feel right into your home.

In this episode, it’s all about dinner for 2, and Chef JJ lays out a great meal that’s perfect for any dinner date. He starts with tender and juicy porkchops and gravy served with collard greens and roasted baby potatoes.

Ellis suspects Joan’s unhappiness has more to do with Toni’s wedding than their relationship.

Maya makes a new friend that her old friends don’t like, and Lynn “fakes” her birthday to collect on a cash prize.

An already envious Joan is livid when her college rival (Elise) is invited to be a bridesmaid at Toni's wedding.

Kidnapped in Africa and subsequently enslaved in South Carolina, Aminata must navigate a revolution in New York, isolation in Nova Scotia and treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone, in an attempt to secure her freedom in the 18th century.

Maya and Darnell’s marriage is put to the test when tragedy hits home.

Joan is fearful about Aaron’s safety in Iraq.

The news of William and Monica’s pregnancy has Maya behaving strange.

Joan is not able to have a good time while Aaron is off fighting in Iraq.

William is frustrated by the lack of respect shown to him by co-workers.

Joan celebrates Christmas by helping families in need of financial help.

French toast or waffles? How about both! Tia’s husband Cory is cooking it up with her in this cute baking session!

Who says Thanksgiving food can’t be year round? Tia is showing us how to make some classics that the whole family can enjoy at any time of the year!

Tia and her dad grill up mouthwatering meals for a hot summer get together!

Tia, Cree and Cairo prepare some delicious food to take for a picnic at the beach!

Flex must choose between Breanna and the NBA.

Flex attends NBA training camp.

Flexs new gig turns him into a top-rated sex symbol.

Breanna gets her learners permit.

To Breannas dismay, Flex dates her favorite teacher.

Flex must choose between Breanna and the NBA.

Flex attends NBA training camp.

Flexs new gig turns him into a top-rated sex symbol.

Breanna gets her learners permit.

To Breannas dismay, Flex dates her favorite teacher.