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A Black Lady Sketch Show Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2019 - 2019
Episode 1
Angela Bassett Is the Baddest B***h
Fri, Aug 2, 2019 30 mins
Two women seek an escape from an ominous fog. 1960s soul group Claude and The Boppers perform their hit song "Ice Cream Shop." A world-renowned author and "philosophizer" promotes her latest masterclass. Maya's confession in a support group gets a less-than-supportive response. Trinity, the Invisible Spy, meets a formidable adversary. Drea confronts a mysterious woman stealing her dance moves at a club. Fun and games lead to tension.
Episode 2
Your Boss Knows You Don't Have Eyebrows
Fri, Aug 9, 2019 30 mins
A perpetually-late-to-work Shayla decides to forgo her morning makeup routine, to her coworker Toni's dismay. Trinity the Invisible Spy hunts down The Recluse, an elusive villain with a surprising identity. An array of average, awkward contestants perform before a panel of judges at the Basic Ball. Security guard Fatimah helps an office worker investigate who stole her missing mug. Robin, Quinta and Gabrielle uncover a shocking truth about Ashley's nighttime ritual.
Episode 3
3rd & Bonaparte Is Always in the Shade
Fri, Aug 16, 2019 30 mins
Asia is shocked by a very public, very unexpected marriage proposal from her new boyfriend DeWayne. New recruits talk about their goals and expectations at a gang orientation. A church service devolves when congregants take to the mic with self-centered motivations. Dr. Haddassah Olayinka Ali-Youngman turns a toast at her sister's wedding into a teachable moment. Gabrielle, Ashley, Quinta and Robin bond while discussing their ideal men and some of their worst dates.
Episode 4
Where Are My Background Singers?
Fri, Aug 23, 2019 30 mins
A divorce party spirals out of control following Eboni's bad mushroom trip. The tragic tale of star-crossed lovers, Rome & Julissa. A 1930's groupie, Feather Atwood, sets her sights on Negro League baseball player Satchel Paige. A frustrated airline passenger seeks a like-minded customer service representative. Denise tries to prevent yet another breakup and its typical, unusual side effect. "Taskmaster," "Insecurity" and "Turnt" help Crystal navigate a possible cat-calling situation.
Episode 5
Why Are Her Pies Wet, Lord?
Fri, Aug 30, 2019 30 mins
Friends on a camping trip disprove a stereotype; a pastor tries to regain control of his church potluck; a flight attendant faces noncompliant passengers in the exit row; students notice a difference with their teacher.
Episode 6
Born at Night, But Not Last Night
Fri, Sep 6, 2019 30 mins
Two friends come to regret their decision to visit a new black-owned restaurant. A mother and daughter go toe-to-toe." "Taskmaster," "Turnt" and "Insecurity" help Krystal through a surprise hot-air balloon ride. Carl and Lori's "special guest" has very specific boundaries. A judge, bailiff, court reporter and attorneys celebrate their first ever all-black lady courtroom. Tensions rise between Ashley, Gabrielle, Quinta and Robin as the reality of their situation sinks in.
