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…

Memphis native Dr. Q joins the show to discuss his time at Howard University, his practice Art of Aesthetics Dental, the importance of having healthy teeth, and much more.

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.

Hampton University alum Jeff Granger joins the show to discuss his time at Hampton University, playing basketball oversees professionally, and provides some financial gems.

Spelman College alumna Nani Edwards joins the show to discuss her experience at Spelman College, her clothing line, along with her custom Nike Spelman College shoe.

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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!

Struck by tragedy, a professor's lavish academic life is replaced by one teaching at-risk youth.

Leslie and Seth cook a date night menu that’s sure to impress including Fillet Mignon and Butter Poached Lobster. They also dish about their first dates with their spouses.

Seth and Leslie’s innanet friend, Chef Resha, drops by to meet in person for the first time! They talk Keto and prepare keto friendly dishes that lack nothing in taste.

Leslie and Seth are joined by rapper and actor, Ludacris, as they pay homage to their fans. They make an easy low country boil and share stories about their biggest fans.

Leslie and Seth prepare brunch for some of their closest friends. After the drinks begin to flow, they all chow down on Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Chicken Chilaquiles and more.

With just two weeks until their dream wedding Faith and Norman think they have it all. But when an illness Faith has been keeping secret starts to flair up the couple will soon realize that love and sacrifice go hand-in-hand.

Spelman College alumna Nani Edwards joins the show to discuss her experience at Spelman College, her clothing line, along with her custom Nike Spelman College shoe.

Philander Smith University alumna Tamara Bates sits down to discuss her experience in undergrad, why politics have been important, her upcoming book, and so much more.

Chef G. Garvin takes everyday ingredients that are easy to find from any pantry and turns them into great homemade decadent meals in minutes, with recipes that will be smooth and easy for the novice cook and effortless for the culinary veteran. Recipes: Pan-Seared Alaskan Halibut; Blackened Shrimp Penne Rigate

Chef G. Garvin takes everyday ingredients that are easy to find from any pantry and turns them into great homemade decadent meals in minutes, with recipes that will be smooth and easy for the novice cook and effortless for the culinary veteran. Recipes: Steak Penne Rigate; Steak and Eggs; Roasted…

Chef G. Garvin takes everyday ingredients that are easy to find from any pantry and turns them into great homemade decadent meals in minutes, with recipes that will be smooth and easy for the novice cook and effortless for the culinary veteran. Recipes: Turkey Burgers; Turkey Chili

Chef G. Garvin takes everyday ingredients that are easy to find from any pantry and turns them into great homemade decadent meals in minutes, with recipes that will be smooth and easy for the novice cook and effortless for the culinary veteran. Recipes: Sweet Potato Mash; Cheese Grits; Fried Tilapia;…

G. Garvin will take everyday ingredients that are easy to find from any pantry and turn them into great homemade decadent meals in minutes. Chef G will share recipes that will be smooth and easy for the novice cook and effortless for the culinary veteran. Recipes: Andouille Sausage with Peppers…

Barbecue Chicken Grilled Cheese You won’t have to chose between 2 great staples, have your BBQ and Grilled Cheese too! Chef Jay shares how you can combine tangy bbq chicken and the sweet and salty sensation of grilled cheese buttered and seared to perfection.

Roasted Pork Chop with Whiskey Apple & Peach Chutney with Crispy Arugula with Fingerling Potatoes Stick with Chef Jay and your typical family dinner will never be the same! Let Chef Jay’s chutney remix tender chops into a 5 star dish made in your own home.

Jambalaya Shrimp & Grits Yeah, we said it. Chef Jay is taking your on a culinary foodie tour as he mixes the two cuisines to make the most memorable shrimp and grits you’ve ever had.

Cauliflower has been the ‘new chicken” for sometime now and Chef Jay shows you how to make your favorite take out dishes at home using the wildly popular cauliflower battered, fried and tossed in General Tso’s sauce that sits atop rice.

Garlic Honey Soy Glazed Porkchops with Quinoa and Broccolini Traditional oven baked porkchops get a sweet and savory makeover with Chef Jay! Then quinoa and broccolini combine to make a hearty restaurant style meal that you’ll want again and again.

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.

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…

Will Packer is one of the biggest producers in the entertainment industry. He discusses how his HBCU experience assisted in his entrepreneurial journey and how he got started in the entertainment industry.

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…

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.

The Kyles are willing to support Michael's inconsolable employee, Larry, who can't get over losing his 103-year-old grandmother. But Larry goes overboard when, at the funeral, he asks little Kady to kiss his "Grammy" goodbye and for Jay to sing his beloved grandmother's favorite R&B song.

When Jay works hard to get in shape and run a marathon, Michael thinks that, since he's a man, he too can run the marathon - without any real training. Meanwhile, bible-quoting Tony asks the gorgeous Claire to dress "ugly" so he won't feel so turned on.

The Kyles and Vanessa's parents escort her to her first ultrasound. When asked if they wanted to know the baby's sex, Michael is the only one who stands out with a positive answer. Obsessed with knowing whether he's having a grandson or a granddaughter, he tries by all means to…

Much to Claire's delight, Michael and Jay forget to recite their house rules — "No friends, no fires, no freedom, no fun" — before going out for the night. As a result, Claire decides to throw a party so she can get in with the so-called right crowd. Things get…

As Thanksgiving approaches, Bernie is certain Vanessa has chosen him as the subject of a school paper focusing on the person she’s most thankful for. He grows doubtful when Vanessa seems more interested in the teacher who gave her the assignment.

Tired of living in the garage, Jr. looks for an apartment and enlists his buddy, John, to be a co-signer… except that John has to dress up and pose as Jr.'s grandmother for the realtor. When Jr. and Vanessa's families come to visit the couple's new apartment, Jay is shocked…

When Kady wants to spend some quality time with her father, she enlists Michael's help in the school candy drive. But when the father of last year's winner claims he can prevail once again, a competitive Michael loses sight of helping Kady and commits to selling an exorbitant number of…

Jr. restores his prized 1964 Impala, but then he and Vanessa surprise everyone when they decide to sell it in order to have money for their new baby. Meanwhile, Franklin seeks advice from Michael on how to act more like a normal kid.

Michael and Jay try to hide their disappointment when they don't receive the wedding anniversary gifts each are expecting from each other. Meanwhile, with Franklin's help, novice cook Claire hopes to prepare a gourmet dinner for her parents' anniversary present.

Regina's parents arrive in Chicago to celebrate their wedding anniversary; Steve's music is at the center of a dispute between rappers Snoop Doggy Dogg and Sean "Puffy" Combs.

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…

Having trouble deciding what to make for Ladies Night? Then you need to check out this episode of Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo! She makes buttery and delicious lobster rolls and doesn’t skimp on the meat. Then she takes it up a notch with a pan seared salmon, drizzled with a…

When it comes to cooking, Yo-Yo makes it known that all her skills she got from her Mama Mia, AKA mommy. They both get in the kitchen and cook up a dish that Mama Mia has made for her children for years. On the menu is stuffed bell peppers with…

It’s a soul sister brunch that is laid out with the best food, and the best guest. Hip Hop legend Roxanne Shante drops by and hangs out with Yo-Yo for some good food, and good times. They reminisce over a great bowl of shrimp and grits topped with rich and…

After three sisters bury their father, family secrets are revealed that will alter their lives forever. Things get really complicated after the funeral when the will is read and the sisters learn that things are not as black and white as they thought them to be.

With her career stalling, her pending marriage still pending and her dreams on hold, Jazz is searching for a new direction in her life. At her sister’s insistence, and with the help of a handsome (and frustrating) young lawyer, she begins working for a local community center teaching adults how…

When Michael's old friend and former bandmate, Johnny "Saxophone" Watson, comes to town for a gig, it turns out Johnny's piano player can't make it. Michael eagerly accepts an invitation to take the man's place, but refuses to admit that his musical skills have gotten rusty. Meanwhile, love is blind…

Michael's imagination takes off when he finds a package of condoms in daughter Claire's backpack — the same day her boyfriend, Tony, is returning from a month in the desert. Annoyed that her father is jumping to conclusions, Claire decides to give him a taste of his own unique brand…

When Jay finds mouse droppings, she demands that Michael hire an exterminator to get rid of them, but, as usual, Michael is determined to handle it himself. Meanwhile, Claire is also freaked out by a rodent when she accidentally runs over a squirrel while driving home

Tired of living in the garage, Jr. looks for an apartment and enlists his buddy, John, to be a co-signer… except that John has to dress up and pose as Jr.'s grandmother for the realtor. When Jr. and Vanessa's families come to visit the couple's new apartment, Jay is shocked…

As Halloween approaches... Bernie and Wanda transfer Bryana to Jordan’s school after she does poorly in state standardized testing; and Jordan discovers that everyone thinks he’s a nerd.

When Bernie grows worried about Vanessa’s choice of friends, he enrolls her and the kids in an organization dedicated to the enrichment of African-American youth; but his initial optimism evaporates after Vanessa gets arrested for shoplifting.

Vanessa is chosen for the high school’s spirit squad, but Bernie is shocked by the team’s risqué dance routine; and Jordan joins Junior Achievement and enlists cute girls to help sell his product.

The day after an anti-wrinkle injection goes awry for Michael and he ends up with an unnatural expression, he has to fight a traffic ticket in court. The judge is angered by his frozen grin and sentences him to a night in jail, where Michael's cell mate, Big Guy, thinks…

When an ecstatic Michael scores a ticket to see basketball star LeBron James play at Madison Square Garden, his excitement quickly turns to paranoia when, just days before the game, everyone in the Kyle household – except Michael – comes down with the flu. To ensure that he won't miss…

During a rare occasion when Michael and Jay have the house to themselves, they find themselves reminiscing about the fun times they've had with their kids and various friends. Some of these memorable moments include Jay's obsession with her weight and Michael's visit to a proctologist.

During a rare occasion when Michael and Jay have the house to themselves, they find themselves reminiscing about the fun times they've had with their kids and various friends. Some of these memorable moments include Jay's obsession with her weight and Michael's visit to a proctologist

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:…

Pro Organizer Michaele Tocco says that whenever you go through a big life change you need to review your closet. A young client about to move onto high school has (with parental permission) called Michaele to take her little girl closet from tot to teen.

Growing a business is a good thing but when it happens fast it can be overwhelming and lead to disorder. Michaele is called in by a repeat client who owns a wine shop that is growing to include food service and just like your kitchen at home there is a…

Organization is not just for ladies! A suave gentleman and entrepreneur reaches out to Michaele for help organizing his men’s shop. With clever containers, a man’s cave panache and some knowledgeable fabric storage Michaele is on the organizational – leading edge.

Everyone needs to organize things in plain sight, organizing is not always putting things behind closed doors. Michaele helps the event organizer at an historic venue create an attractive storage system that is so pretty it can share space with brides.

With just two weeks until their dream wedding Faith and Norman think they have it all. But when an illness Faith has been keeping secret starts to flair up the couple will soon realize that love and sacrifice go hand-in-hand.

A couple is joyously expecting their first child, but a secret from the husband's past threatens to destroy their happiness. Tracey, soon to be a new mother, is overjoyed at finally being able to have a child and prepares for a visit from her family for a big celebration. Her…

When Kady wants to spend some quality time with her father, she enlists Michael's help in the school candy drive. But when the father of last year's winner claims he can prevail once again, a competitive Michael loses sight of helping Kady and commits to selling an exorbitant number of…

Jr. restores his prized 1964 Impala, but then he and Vanessa surprise everyone when they decide to sell it in order to have money for their new baby. Meanwhile, Franklin seeks advice from Michael on how to act more like a normal kid.

Michael and Jay try to hide their disappointment when they don't receive the wedding anniversary gifts each are expecting from each other. Meanwhile, with Franklin's help, novice cook Claire hopes to prepare a gourmet dinner for her parents' anniversary present.

The day after an anti-wrinkle injection goes awry for Michael and he ends up with an unnatural expression, he has to fight a traffic ticket in court. The judge is angered by his frozen grin and sentences him to a night in jail, where Michael's cell mate, Big Guy, thinks…

Regina's parents arrive in Chicago to celebrate their wedding anniversary; Steve's music is at the center of a dispute between rappers Snoop Doggy Dogg and Sean "Puffy" Combs.

Calvin, Vanessa's gregarious father, has an argument with his wife, Jasmine, gets kicked out of the house and moves in with the Kyles, against their wishes. When he starts eating everything in sight and keeps everyone awake with his loud snoring, a frustrated Michael comes up with a clever plan…

When the overwhelmingly strong and gregarious Calvin, Vanessa's dad, begs Michael to give him a job at Kyle Trucking, Michael does so reluctantly and his worst fears are realized. Calvin's way of dealing with customers and merchandise leaves a little to be desired, and now Michael must find a way…

Wanting to spend quiet time together, Michael plans a romantic evening with Jay at an exclusive hotel. Then, when Jr. mistakenly cancels the reservation, Michael tries to create a romantic night at home. But things take a disastrous turn when Michael hurts his head trying to shut off the water…

In his excitement to tape a basketball game, Michael accidentally records over a home video of Kady's first steps, which happens to be one of Jay's most cherished family moments. When Jay decides to have a family home movie night, Michael must act quickly and enlists Franklin's help to reenact…

Seth and Leslie’s spouses drop by for brunch! They dish on life at home and cook delicious recipes including Potato Pancakes and Watermelon, Mint, Feta Salad.

Seth and Leslie are joined by Jake and Jazz Smollett as they prepare their family's Fried Lobster Pasta recipe. They make cooking this dish and so much more look easy!

Seth and Leslie hang with director and actor James Bland while representing their HBCUs and preparing for the ultimate tailgate with Short Rib Chili and Mambo shrimp.

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…

A group of sisters, who were once a semi-popular girl group, reunite to give their dreams of being singing sensations one last chance.

When an ecstatic Michael scores a ticket to see basketball star LeBron James play at Madison Square Garden, his excitement quickly turns to paranoia when, just days before the game, everyone in the Kyle household – except Michael – comes down with the flu. To ensure that he won't miss…

During a rare occasion when Michael and Jay have the house to themselves, they find themselves reminiscing about the fun times they've had with their kids and various friends. Some of these memorable moments include Jay's obsession with her weight and Michael's visit to a proctologist.

During a rare occasion when Michael and Jay have the house to themselves, they find themselves reminiscing about the fun times they've had with their kids and various friends. Some of these memorable moments include Jay's obsession with her weight and Michael's visit to a proctologist

Calvin, Vanessa's gregarious father, has an argument with his wife, Jasmine, gets kicked out of the house and moves in with the Kyles, against their wishes. When he starts eating everything in sight and keeps everyone awake with his loud snoring, a frustrated Michael comes up with a clever plan…

Chef Biff Smith of Mobile Chef Atlanta Catering squares off against Chef Terrell Taylor of Grill Effect BBQ. Today’s challenge features the classic combination of ribs and pasta. Terrell brings his homebuilt grill into the arena, while Biff brings a lifetime of barbecue experience. Who will advance to the next…

Chef Biff Smith of Mobile Chef Atlanta Catering squares off against Chef Terrell Taylor of Grill Effect BBQ. Today’s challenge features the classic combination of ribs and pasta. Terrell brings his homebuilt grill into the arena, while Biff brings a lifetime of barbecue experience. Who will advance to the next…

Barbecue Chicken Grilled Cheese You won’t have to chose between 2 great staples, have your BBQ and Grilled Cheese too! Chef Jay shares how you can combine tangy bbq chicken and the sweet and salty sensation of grilled cheese buttered and seared to perfection.

While Jay is away at a seminar, Michael hires a maid, Mrs. Hopkins, to look after the family. Mrs. Hopkins fulfills their every need and wants to a sweet perfection, including homemade ice cream, an immaculately clean house and handmade outfits for Claire. When Jay comes home, she appreciates Mrs.…

In a twist of fate, Michael is recruited as a hand model during Claire's modeling audition. As he flaunts his newfound fame, he is careful to protect the family's new financial asset – his hands. Meanwhile Franklin feels threatened by Kady's friendship with Rachel, so, on Jr.'s advice, he takes…

Chef Biff Smith of Mobile Chef Atlanta Catering squares off against Chef Terrell Taylor of Grill Effect BBQ. Today’s challenge features the classic combination of ribs and pasta. Terrell brings his homebuilt grill into the arena, while Biff brings a lifetime of barbecue experience. Who will advance to the next…

Chef Biff Smith of Mobile Chef Atlanta Catering squares off against Chef Terrell Taylor of Grill Effect BBQ. Today’s challenge features the classic combination of ribs and pasta. Terrell brings his homebuilt grill into the arena, while Biff brings a lifetime of barbecue experience. Who will advance to the next…

Barbecue Chicken Grilled Cheese You won’t have to chose between 2 great staples, have your BBQ and Grilled Cheese too! Chef Jay shares how you can combine tangy bbq chicken and the sweet and salty sensation of grilled cheese buttered and seared to perfection.

Pineapple Chicken & Cauliflower Fried Rice & Ginger Salad Follow Chef Jay as he twists up the classic American fried rice staple subbing cauliflower and tossing in tropical flavors like pineapple and fresh vegetables and spices. Ginger salad is the perfect compliment to this remix on Pineapple Fried Rice.

When average joe Reggie Brooks suddenly comes intoa 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 dreams;…

Best friends, Tao and Bren, have dreamed of having a double wedding since they were young girls. Now their dreams are about to come true as they plan their wedding ceremony with the men of their dreams. However during the blissful planning, both couples learn important information about their partners…

When the overwhelmingly strong and gregarious Calvin, Vanessa's dad, begs Michael to give him a job at Kyle Trucking, Michael does so reluctantly and his worst fears are realized. Calvin's way of dealing with customers and merchandise leaves a little to be desired, and now Michael must find a way…

Wanting to spend quiet time together, Michael plans a romantic evening with Jay at an exclusive hotel. Then, when Jr. mistakenly cancels the reservation, Michael tries to create a romantic night at home. But things take a disastrous turn when Michael hurts his head trying to shut off the water…

In his excitement to tape a basketball game, Michael accidentally records over a home video of Kady's first steps, which happens to be one of Jay's most cherished family moments. When Jay decides to have a family home movie night, Michael must act quickly and enlists Franklin's help to reenact…

While Jay is away at a seminar, Michael hires a maid, Mrs. Hopkins, to look after the family. Mrs. Hopkins fulfills their every need and wants to a sweet perfection, including homemade ice cream, an immaculately clean house and handmade outfits for Claire. When Jay comes home, she appreciates Mrs.…

Bernie is convinced that Vanessa is going to end up in trouble with boys after she buys a car; and Jordan tricks Wanda into thinking she’s driving him and his friends to a comic book convention.

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

With her career stalling, her pending marriage still pending and her dreams on hold, Jazz is searching for a new direction in her life. At her sister’s insistence, and with the help of a handsome (and frustrating) young lawyer, she begins working for a local community center teaching adults how…

Philander Smith University alumna Tamara Bates sits down to discuss her experience in undergrad, why politics have been important, her upcoming book, and so much more.

North Carolina A&T State University alum Rodney Rikai joins the show to discuss his time as an Aggie, hosting on 106 & Park, hosting for the Washington Wizards, television production, fatherhood, and more.

Multimedia personality Rashan Ali joins the show to talk FAMU, her time in both radio and television, along with her keys to her successful marriage.

Real estate developer Dr. Carlton Curry II joins the show to discuss the importance of mentorship, financial freedom, investing in million-dollar homes, and his time at Tuskegee University.

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.

Reggie travels to Paris with Troy, his wife Piper and her sister Paula who starts to have feelings for Reggie. But when they return from Paris, Reggie decides to give a relationship with Lucky a try after she changed her mind about wanting to have kids. But Paula becomes suspicious…

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.

Bryan helps out Bernie while Wanda is away on a business trip; Jordan tries to convince his classmates he’s got the best smile in the eighth grade; and girls at school tease Bryana about her flat chest.

Bernie tries to arrange for a devout Christian who has yet to lose his virginity to take Vanessa to the prom; and a jealous Jordan resents Bryana after she injures herself playing soccer and is lavished with gifts.

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.