Episodes
1. Fits & Starts
10.0
September 19, 2005
20 min
Maya remarries, Toni demands a divorce, Lynn gets engaged and Joan freaks out. After a passionate reunion, Maya asks Darnell, "Now what?" The pillow talk is even more delicate at Joan's place. Having wound up in bed with William, Joan is unable to relax and consummate their On-again, off-again romance. William fears her reticence is "physical proof we don't belong together."
Guest Stars:
Jason Pace, Brendan Paul, Rebecca Creskoff
2. Odds & Ends
September 25, 2005
20 min
Maya learns love isn't easier the second time around, Their Vegas honeymoon is supposed to be romantic, yet Maya and Darnell gɛt into an argument that causes Maya to leave in a huff. Back in L.A., Lynn Vows to call off her engagement to Jennifer.
Guest Stars:
Jill Remez, Jason Pace, Rebecca Creskoff, Rueben Grundy
3. And Nanny Makes Three
October 3, 2005
20 min
Todd takes action when Toni has difficulty handling her motherly duties. Meanwhile, Joan becomes fed up with her friends' freeloading at the J-Spot.
Guest Stars:
Jason Pace, Lillian Hurst
4. Latching on and Lashing Out
October 10, 2005
20 min
Darnell moves into the apartment across from Maya as they deal with control issues. Toni begins breastfeeding to help her case with Todd.
Guest Stars:
Rebecca Creskoff, Tanner Scott Richards
5. Judging Edward
October 17, 2005
20 min
William heads home for his mother's operation and faces childhood memories along with his emotionally distant father.
Guest Stars:
Bernie Casey, Jonathan Biggs, Lynne Burnett
6. Everything Old Is New Again
October 24, 2005
20 min
Considering a return to her legal career, Joan interviews at a law firm, where one of the partners — a much older man — pursues her.
Guest Stars:
Melvin Van Peebles, Terry Savage, Adrian Tibbs, Ka'ramuu Kush, April Custodio
7. Trial and Errors
November 7, 2005
20 min
Todd takes the custody battle to court with a mountain of evidence against Toni. Meanwhile, William starts seeing a much younger woman.
Guest Stars:
Melvin Van Peebles, Toccara Jones, Jason Pace, Noureen DeWulf, Colin Ferguson
8. Hot Girl on Girl Action
November 14, 2005
20 min
The girls interfere when William tries to take things to the next level with his new girlfriend. Meanwhile, Lynn and Jennifer prepare to go all the way.
Guest Stars:
Noureen DeWulf, Rebecca Creskoff
9. Sleeping Dogs
November 21, 2005
20 min
Joan gets set up with Darnell's friend and learns a piece of information about Darnell that rocks the boat between him and Maya. Katt Williams guests.
Guest Stars:
Katt Williams, Tracey Costello, Lillian Hurst, Somaya Reece
10. My Business, Not Your Business
November 28, 2005
20 min
When Joan decides to shut down the J-Spot, the restaurant starts bringing in money when William flips it into a sports bar.
Guest Stars:
Phil Reeves, Rebecca Creskoff, Marcello Thedford
11. All God's Children
December 12, 2005
20 min
With Morgan celebrating his first Christmas and Hanukkah, the pressure is on Todd and Toni to figure out his religious upbringing.
Guest Stars:
Jason Pace, Jenifer Lewis, Tanner Scott Richards, Caroline Aaron, Allan Kolman
12. The Music in Me
January 16, 2006
20 min
With Lynn in a deep funk, the girls try to help her reignite her passion for music.
Guest Stars:
Carolyn Hennesy, Rebecca Creskoff, Scot Zeller
13. The It Girl
February 6, 2006
20 min
The J-Spot attracts the attention of a journalist who gives Joan a huge career look. Lynn shares her original compositions. Wayne Brady guest stars.
Guest Stars:
Wayne Brady, Barry Zito, Winter Jonz, Mustafa Shakir, Eric Dickerson
14. Work in Progress
February 13, 2006
20 min
After Maya covers the bill for a pricey dinner, Darnell decides to pursue his dream career. William makes a mess when he pitches in with repairs.
Guest Stars:
Tanner Scott Richards
15. Oh Hell Yes: The Seminar
February 20, 2006
20 min
Maya hosts a seminar where the girls participate in a panel and one of the attendees begs Toni to be her mentor. Kelly Rowland guest stars.
Guest Stars:
Jessica Stroup, Drew Sidora, Kelly Rowland, Yasmin Spain, Arthel Neville
16. Game Over
February 27, 2006
20 min
Joan and Toni fight when Toni claims Joan's good fortune has made her a bad friend. Williams learns how to play video games.
Guest Stars:
Adam Mayfield, Tanner Scott Richards, Mustafa Shakir
17. I'll Be There for You... but Not Right Now
March 27, 2006
20 min
Toni struggles to juggle her career, the custody battle, dating and motherhood as Joan keeps blowing off plans with William for star-studded events.
Guest Stars:
Kelly Rowland, Terrell Tilford, Kevin Earley, Charlene Amoia
18. The Game
April 17, 2006
21 min
Melanie becomes jealous when Derwin hires a sexy image consultant who appears to be more than willing to do anything he asks. Joan worries whether Melanie will be able to balance medical school with life in the NFL.
Guest Stars:
Coby Bell, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Hosea Chanchez, Jennifer Baxter, Tia Mowry
19. It's Raining Men
April 24, 2006
20 min
As Joan dates three men all at once, William reconnects with an ex.
Guest Stars:
Wayne Brady, Marina Sirtis, Keesha Sharp, Yasmin Spain, Claude Brooks
20. I Don't Wanna Be a Player No More
May 1, 2006
20 min
Joan cuts loose two of the men she's dating when she develops feelings for an NBA player. A traumatic event lands Toni behind bars.
Guest Stars:
Wayne Brady, Jason Pace, Kelly Rowland, Claude Brooks, Mustafa Shakir
21. Party Over Here
May 8, 2006
20 min
When Maya moves into her new place, Joan ditches the housewarming for an A-list party. Toni and Todd try to come to a settlement.
Guest Stars:
Wayne Brady, Jason Pace, Marina Sirtis, Keesha Sharp, Tanner Scott Richards
