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because of slavery

Episode number: 1

Overview: Shooting a documentary for her NYU application, Drea introduces her unfiltered family as Kenya considers toning down his “flexing” around white people.

because of slavery too

Episode number: 2

Overview: On a parents’ night out, Kenya and Joya party a little too hard while at the same music festival as Chloe, whose appearance doesn't sit well with Kenya.

still... because of slavery

Episode number: 3

Overview: Ahead of the family's Juneteenth party, Joya struggles to confront Izzy about her dance video as Kenya stresses the importance of hygiene to his sons.

yup, you guessed it. again, this is because of slavery

Episode number: 4

Overview: Tired of Black dads never getting praise, Kenya strives to be a more involved father by volunteering to coach a team and organizing a family night.

yo, between you and me... this is because of slavery

Episode number: 5

Overview: After criticizing a Black film, Kenya seeks out honest feedback from his family and peers. Joya worries her kids aren't embracing their Blackness.

hard to believe, but still because of slavery

Episode number: 6

Overview: As Joya promotes her book, friction between her and Kenya comes to a head when both sides start feeling like their marriage is more of a competition.

i know this is going to sound crazy... but this, too, is because of slavery

Episode number: 7

Overview: A lavish, peaceful family trip takes a turn when the kids attempt to venture outside their comfort zones and a work event puts Kenya and Joya at odds.

i know you may not get this, but the reason we deserve a vacation is... because of slavery

Episode number: 8

Overview: As Joya takes time to focus on herself before her event, Drea tries to bond with Chloe, Pops handles an incident, and Kenya switches up his behavior.