In this episode of Butter+Brown hosts Seth and Leslie take you on a culinary journey through New Orleans, Louisiana as they prepare and add their spin on a couple of New Orleans classics.

Seth and Leslie show us how to adapt recipes to dinner guests’ dietary needs. Lorenz Tate stops by to taste dishes prepared to accommodate his plant-based lifestyle.

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.

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…

Jr. has to get an A on his Algebra final. Michael and Janet decide they have to do something to make him study, so Michael offers him 1,000 dollars if he gets an A. Janet doesn't like the idea, so Michael hires a really hot math tutor to teach Jr.…

Jr. is having problems at school with a bully, so Michael and Janet invite his parents over to discover some of the kid's weak points. Jr. teases the kid back and Claire punches him in the nose. Now Jr. is feeling humiliated, and George's father drops by to have a…

Jay wants Michael to quit watching TV and spend a little more time with the family - something that apparently only she wants. But Michael insists on watching a basketball game. When Jay talks to him, he doesn't pay any attention, and later tries to find out what she told…

Claire develops her first real crush on a boy, and Michael does everything to break them up. But instead of threatening the guy like he would usually do, Michael become friends with him, to the point where the boy wants to spend more time with Michael then with Claire. After…

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.

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…

The Tylers and The Kyles go at it in a game of bowling. All this is going on during Star Trek night. Junior meanwhile develops a crush on The Tyler's daughter. Broadcast Date: 08-May-2002; Writer(s): Valencia Parker; Director: Sheldon Epps

When Jr. finally gets his driver's license, he buys his first car — a dilapidated, gear-grinding, backfiring clunker — instead of the sensible car that Michael picked out for him. And, right before school picture day, Claire's vanity takes a hit when her face becomes swollen from a tooth abscess.

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.

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…

With a Seoul twist on traditional fried chicken, Master Chef Shular Shows you how to create the popular “on social media” cuisine Korean Fried Chicken wings in your home.

Join Master Chef Shular as he serves up the All-American Burger, Fries and Ice Cream- but in a completely twisted way. You’ll be ready to cook up a Shrimp & Lobster Burger with Sweet Potato Fries the Shular way. You’ll even learn how to take the classic sundae to another…

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…

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…

Michael's brother Ken comes to visit and brings his newest girlfriend. While Jr. is mainly interested in seeing parts of her body, Michael envies his brother because his own sex life became a little boring - Jay keeps asking for more spontaneity and Michael doesn't know what to do. His…

Michael's accountant dies suddenly, making Mike take a whole new perspective about his life. He buys a wig (or a hair piece as he likes to call it) and starts to demonstrate his love for his family in a weird way. He even buys a motorcycle and an RV, in…

While Jay is away taking care of her mother who broke a leg, Michael is left in charge of the house and the kids. They all miss their mother, and nothing Michael does seems to be as good how Jay did. Jr. wants to join the basketball team. Michael doubts…

The pregnancy test was Charmaine's, who is thinking about running away from home. Thanks to Michael's advice on teen parenting (something he had to go through himself); Charmaine decides to talk to her parents about it. Meanwhile, Michael tries to prove to Jr. that his friends are not as friendly…

For author Liam White (Shaun Woodland), his career has peaked, to put it kindly. His agent and manager are frustrated with his lack of enthusiasm to make public appearances and finish the next novel. His life and work are uninspired. Adding to his problems, Liam is told by his oncologist…

11:00pm

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A singer-songwriter trying to make amends with her dying father raises money to save him by entering a singing competition.

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.

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;…

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…

Steve unwittingly inspires Romeo and Bullethead to protest the school's new uniform policy; after promising Lovita that he'll never to take it off, Cedric loses his wedding ring.

Seth and Leslie show us how to prepare meals that are lower in calories and carbs without sacrificing flavor. Seth shares his personal stories about his struggle with weight.

Seth and Leslie take you on a journey south to explore their roots! They share family recipes including Seth’s family Gumbo and Leslie’s Mug Cake as an ode to her Grandma.

O.G. Chef, G. Garvin, stops by the kitchen to show Seth and Leslie how to prepare some of this favorite "old school" dishes including fried catfish and seafood bouillabaisse.

Leslie and Seth are joined by Derek Watkins aka Fonzworth Bentley as they share super quick dishes including Lobster Rolls and Flatbread Pizza.

Leslie and Seth share the secret techniques of cooking the best Lemon Pepper and Parmesan chicken wings ever! They also turn Jackfruit into Buffalo Strips!

Leslie and Seth sip on a Sugar Mama cocktail and Bake Champagne Pound Cake and Sweet Potato Cheesecake. They learn that the vegan life is also “sweet” from The Plant Based Princess.

10:00am

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Based on the inspiring and uplifting true story of Eugene Brown an ex-convict who teaches a group troubled youth chess to help give them direction in life.

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.

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.

Chicago native and actor Jason Weaver steps inside the Locker Room to talk with LeVelle Moton about being a childhood star, what it was like playing Michael Jackson in “The Jacksons: An American Dream”, HBCUs, receiving royalties from “The Lion King”, and so much more.

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: Bone In Ribeye with…

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: Pan Fried Tilapia over…

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: Vegan Egg Sandwich, Vegan…

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: Green Chile and Onion…

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.

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…

Chicago native and actor Jason Weaver steps inside the Locker Room to talk with LeVelle Moton about being a childhood star, what it was like playing Michael Jackson in “The Jacksons: An American Dream”, HBCUs, receiving royalties from “The Lion King”, and so much more.

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;…

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…

Michael's trying to run the house, but the kids don't want to obey his rules. They rebel against him and Michael decides to let them live rule-free. But no rules also means Michael won't help them at all. They'll have to cook their own meals and set their own alarm…

The kids complain that Michael is being too strict since Jay left the house to take care of their grandma, so they call for a family meeting where they all discuss the way they think the family should be, with no repercussions. Jr. thinks having a rapper for a dad…

Janet returns home from taking care of her mom's injury, and she's put on a few pounds after eating mom's home cooking. Michael doesn't know how to "diplomatically" tell his wife that she's packing a little bit extra. The episode builds to a dream sequence, in which Janet imagines that…

Claire asks her parents to go to a party, but Michael won't let her. Jay thinks he should trust his daughter more, so he lets her spend the night over at Erica's (even though that wasn't his original decision). When he picks up the phone, he ‘accidentally' listens to Claire's…

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.

Bernie and Wanda try to help Vanessa improve her SAT scores, but Vanessa seems more interested in working at the coffee shop; and Jordan improves his physique.

Michael and Janet's 15th anniversary is approaching. Jay's girlfriend Wanda brings her Brian McKnight's tickets (a concert Jay was really looking forward to see), but unfortunately she has to turn it down because it's on the same night as their anniversary. Wanda says Michael will forget about it, but Jay…

The anniversary day finally comes and Michael goes out to play golf, leaving Jay devastated at home. Later, she goes out for drinks with her girlfriend Wanda, who insists Jay should confront Michael. When she gets home, she starts to punch him with the Ali signed boxing gloves she bought…

Tired of the same dinner-and-a-movie routine, Jay convinces Michael to take dancing lessons to spice up their relationship. At first reluctant, Jay's argument that wins Michael over is that he better go to those lessons or else she'll shut down "pantyville". When they get there, only more problems waits for…

While making Claire's bed, Jay finds her diary hidden under the mattress. She can't resist the temptation of reading it and is quite shocked to learn that her daughter is thinking about taking the next step with Tony. She has a heart-to-heart talk with Claire, about the consequences of pursuing…

It’s all about a salute to New Orleans, and the staple dish that everyone loves to order when they are in the Big Easy. Yo-Yo jumps in the kitchen and gives viewers and her daughter Tiffany a lesson on how to make a quick and easy Shrimp Gumbo, that’s so…

Hope you are hungry for something hot and delicious! Yo-Yo puts a spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich that is out of this world! 3 types of cheese and her arsenal of herbs and spices takes this sandwich to another level. She serves it with a rich and creamy…

In this episode Yo-Yo shares her love for Mexican food, and similar to her other dishes, they are loved by both her family and friends. On the Mexican inspired menu is ground turkey and chicken breast Burritos that are satisfying and delicious. Yo-Yo then kicks it up a notch with…

Yo-Yo gets a hearty Amen for her downright delicious gospel brunch meal. She hangs out with her good friend “Big Bub” and whips up a breakfast casserole that is filled with everything from sausage, potatoes, mushrooms and of course eggs, as always it’s downright delicious!

“For Richer or Poorer” tells the timely and compelling story of Kya and Aubrey Wilson —a blissfully married couple whose four years of wedlock have been remarkably conflict-free. But the couple’s union is profoundly tested when Aubrey suddenly loses his six-figure job after a company audit reveals his boss was…

In this story of trust and expectations two couples' relationships are put to a test that will shape the rest of their lives.

Michael takes Jr. to the doctor and the doctor asks Michael to take a prostate exam. Michael is reluctant, but he understands it's all for the best. But the doctor finds something suspicious and just for precaution asks Michael to take a colonoscopy. Michael has nightmares about it, but luckily…

When the kids are grounded and aren't allowed to watch TV, they decide to play "make me laugh or die". Claire loses, and she is challenged to eat Michael's ‘half time lemon pie'. When he wakes up looking for the pie and finds it to be missing, he asks his…

Jay gets fired in front of the girls on "take your daughter to work day". She comes home devastated, but for Michael having Jay home is a dream come true. Jay runs out of things to do around the house, and seeing his wife miserable, Michael decides to make a…

Jay buys Jr. computer appliances (including a 24-hour broadcast webcam), and Michael protests saying he'll only use it for porno instead of studying. They start to fight over who's in charge, and make up on Jr.'s room, unaware that they're being seen through Jr.'s website by the entire world. The…

After an electric shock sends him to a hospital, Bernie makes an effort to teach the children everything he knows; and Bernie gets on Vanessa’s nerves when he attempts to use his status as a celebrity to get her into Stanford.

Comedian Bernie Mac becomes guardian of his sister’s three children, only to realize how much constant attention and love they need.

The Kyles are leaving for their family vacation on Hawaii, but instead of taking only one flight straight to the island, Michael thought it would be a good idea to make a quick tour around the country, so they make stops at New York, Chicago, Denver and other cities before…

Michael and Janet decide to go out on a romantic dinner, leaving their kids all alone. Claire and Jr. fight over who'll have to stay in the room babysitting for Kady, but Claire lets her brother get out of the duty, after all it's not often he gets a date.…

A mad scramble ensues when Michael finds out that the family's flight home from Hawaii leaves much earlier than he thought, but matters are complicated when a love-smitten Jr. insists on staying with his new love, Leilani. Meanwhile Kady refuses to leave without her beloved doll, Little Pippy, and Claire…

After Michael admits liking Claire's boyfriend, Tony, she dumps him. The poor kid is devastated, and since Michael likes him so much he decides he's going to help Tony win Claire back – specially after seeing her new boyfriend, Jason (or "1040 EZ" as he likes to call himself). The…

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…

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…

Michael accidentally kills Kady's hamster and doesn't have the courage to tell her right away, which results in Kady playing around with a dead hamster. Meanwhile, Claire pretends to be sick to skip school and have a boy over, but Michael suspects she's up to something and doesn't leave the…

Michael decides to teach the kids how to handle money due to their inability of spending the allowance money wisely. He proposes that each kid comes up with their own business, and at the end of the week he'll double whatever profit they made. After a slow start selling "lemon…

Michael wants to play the videogame and Jay thinks he doesn't love her anymore. He takes her out to dinner, and after 3 hours he returns home to his games. Jay is upset and decides that they should see Dr. Bouche. Michael is reluctant to go back to that "fat…

Michael is on a mission — to get his notoriously late family dressed and ready to go to a wedding in 15 minutes, but everybody has some sort of problem that keeps them from getting fully ready. First it's Jay, who insists on having Michael's opinion on her outfit (so…

Jay volunteered to be the; Director for Kady's kindergarten class play, but due to illness she is forced to step away from the production, leaving it all on the hands of Michael – for the children's salvation, because Jay was way too competitive, even arguing with their teacher over the…

Sick and tired of listening to their kids’ fights, Michael and Janet act like they are fighting themselves so Jr. and Claire can see how annoying it is and quit it. But the three Kyle children get the wrong idea and think their parents are splitting up, and try their…

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…

Lay out the banana leaves with Chef Kristol Bryant and fall in love with everything that’s plated at this bamboo Filipino home by James Beard Best Emerging Chefs.

Seth and Leslie share one of their traditions with us and show how quick and simple it is to prepare their favorite Mexican dishes.

Seth and Leslie welcome celebrity designer Nikki Chu to their kitchen where they fix some Jamaican favorites in honor of Nikki's heritage. They also discuss her career and show off their set which Nikki designed.

Seth and Leslie take us down Memory Lane and prepare some of the first dishes they made together and share their deepest, darkest culinary experiences.

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…

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…

Jay organizes a historic trip to Paul Revere's house for the entire family to learn more about American history. She even packs colonial food (which Michael hates) to give it an extra touch. Michael, unlike Jay, isn't so excited about spending a long time with Jay and Claire in a…

Michael gets to the gas station and has to wait forever for the guy in front of him to move on. Irritated, he gets home to watch the Michael Jordan game on TV, but Jay says they're going out for family dinner at Tokahana's, an overpriced Japanese place. When they…

The entire dinner is doomed from the beginning. First, the chef isn't Japanese like all other chefs in the place, then the hostess sips on Michael's drink, then when he goes to the bathroom his rival violates the men's bathroom etiquette rules – and doesn't even wash his hands before…

Claire wants to go on her first date with Tony, but Michael is reluctant to let her. So Michael decides he and Jay should also go with them to the movies so they can check on Tony. He proves to be a perfect gentleman despite Michael's innumerous attempts to unmask…

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.

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.

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.

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…