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Finally, the aunties break down the first few episodes of The Walking Dead and bond over their hatred of Henry. Attny MIdwin Charles is back to break down the combined audacity and stupidity of the elite college admissions scandal.

The play cousins are joined by entertainment journalist, producer, and creator Chris Witherspoon to break down that R Kelly/Gail King interview. And the cousins take sides on the legitimacy of the ‘Leaving Neverland’ doc. And the aunties elevate their wine game with the help of The Wine God, Mozel Watson.

The play cousins discuss just about everything as they welcome cultural critic, New York Times best selling author and tech genius Luvvie Ajayi. Luvvie is on a mission to make the Motherland our primary travel destination. The ladies also discuss that Cohen testimony, Jussie, R Kelly and #OscarsSoBlack.

The play cousins join Queen Bey and her King in celebrating Princess Meghan. And of course almost the entire show is dedicated to dissecting the Jussie Smollett case. Special guest, legal analyst Midwin Charles, helps Joy Ann and Jacque examine every angle of the situation, including what Olivia Pope would do to fix it.

It’s been a busy news week and the play cousins have much to discuss... include a new RKelly video, trump’s fake national emergency, that Michael Jackson HBO doc and how mad the aunties still are at J Lo, especially Jacque. And find out how the ladies celebrate Valentine’s day.

Brilliant comedian Roy Wood Jr is back and has the cousins near passed out from laughter. We talk JLo possibly hosting the Grammy’s upcoming Motown tribute, The Fyre Fest documentary, and that Candy Man who sold drugs. Joy Ann and Jacque also share their frustrations with medical insurance companies and break down the Super Bowl halftime show.

The Aunties are busier than ever. Joy-Ann talks future plans for her upcoming book, which is expected to be released this summer, and Jacque is fine tuning her schedule for Super Bowl . They also discuss Sen. Kamala Harris’ presidential run, Trump’s S.O.T.U. speech plans, and the Oscar nominations.

The Aunties break down Pelosi vs Trump as the government shutdown continues. The also talk about the importance of getting to the doctor for routine check ups. And of course, the latest on the fall of R Kelly.

The Aunties hit the ground running in 2019. Joy Ann takes us behind the scenes of her one on one with Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jacque shares why she did not end up covering the Golden Globes red carpet AND breaks down what went wrong with the show. The ladies also did into the R Kelly docuseries that could be the final nail in the coffin of the singer’s career.

Just 5 shopping days until Christmas and the play cousins make time to stop by the studio to commiserate about the stress of the holiday season. Since Jacque and Joy-Ann work at 30 Rock, they will take you behind the curtain of the Rockefeller Christmas tree. And the ladies break down some of the top stories of 2018.

The Aunties are back together after Joy Ann’s trip to the Motherland. Joy Ann has amazing stories to tell about celeb spotting and learning more about her estranged father. Jacque continues prepping for The Globes.

Cousin Chris Witherspoon  is back and sitting in for Joy Ann this week. Chris and Jacque breakdown Golden Globe nominations and question what happened to all the black candidates in TV categories. They also talk about spending time with fam vs going solo for Christmas. And all the shade at the GHWB funeral. 

The cousins return happy and full after Thanksgiving feasting. They Winedown about the holiday, The Walking Dead and Joy Ann’s new hair do. Also living legend Judith Jamison stops by to talk about the 60th season of Alvin Ailey dance.

The Aunties are back after a two week break. Joy Ann shares her struggles with the vegan challenge, while Jacque decided to enlist a mediator to save a friendship. They also talk The Walking Dead, midterms and Kim Porter.

The play cousins discuss a vegan night on the town. They also have some rewrites for The Walking Dead team. And Broadway diva LaChanze stops by to talk playing Donna Summer in a new musical and why vocal lessons are her secret weapon.

The lovable Omar J. Dorsey, who plays Hollywood on Queen Sugar, joins the play cousins in the studio and he instantly becomes family. He talks Queen Sugar, Oprah, Aunt Vy, but the best moment is when Omar and Jacque realize they grew up literally around the corner from one another in the Atlanta suburb of Decatur, GA! You don’ t want to miss this one

The aunties invite a wine expert to the studio to learn more about vino. Their guest is the owner of Harlem’s Popette wine store, who shares a inspiring story of how he went from stocking to being the boss.

Cousin Jacque is joined in-studio by special guest-host and honorary Reid, Chris Witherspoon to talk the importance of good therapy, if Omarosa earned her "black card" back, Madonna's Aretha Franklin tribute, and Queen Sugar and Love Is season finales. Legendary singer Nona Hendyx graces the studio with her "funkadelic" flare.

Tune in for a special bonus episode, where the play-cousins wine down in front of a special live audience after watching the season 3 premiere of Greenleaf.

Cousin Joy Ann is back in the RTRT studio and breaks down her Omarosa interview last week for AM Joy interview. The ladies also give us the details of the Black Girls Rock experience. And singer/actress Mýa stops by to talk about her 13th studio album, her vegan wine business and being locked and loaded.

Check out the official trailer for your favorite play cousins Jacque Reid and Joy-Ann Reid!

Jacque is devastated after overlooking a very important homegoing e-invite; as the Aunties realize they need to step up their tech game. The cousins dissect the NYT anonymous OP-ED and Joy Ann reveals who she thinks is behind it. The ladies also celebrate the phoenix-rising of Geoffrey Owens and celebs needing privacy. And it’s a family reunion when Senior Fashion Editor Tiffany Reid stops by to t...

Joy-Ann makes it back from D.C. just in time, as Jacque nurses a hangover --swearing it's the last. Both ladies side-eye Serena's injustice, while still celebrating Naomi Osaka's win; and giving a nod to Phillip Michael Thomas' epic contribution to the Arts. The aunties also catch up with The April Ryan and talk about her new book, covering Trump and her beef with Omarosa.

Jacque is tempted to ask guest Sanaa Lathan an uncomfortable question; Joy-Ann talks her 2-week binge diet, as she preps for cousin Jacque's vegan challenge. The aunties discuss the lack of diversity at the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards; The NFL’s tone-deaf Superbowl halftime show choice and the latest in Judge Kavanaugh alleged sexual assault situation.

The sleeping journey continues for Joy-Ann; and both Aunties discuss the wrong place and time for fan selfies. Jacque vows never to run up on Samuel L. Jackson. Grammy-nominated singer, Marsha Ambrosius talks people butchering her name, motherhood, altering her sweet tooth and having "butterflies" working with Michael Jackson!