About this season
A multigenerational, working-class family experience life's struggles with faith, love and, most importantly, humor. Curtis, aka 'Pops', the uncle and head of the household, has house and home turned upside down when an unexpected event forces his nephew, CJ, and CJ’s kids to move in, putting three generations under one roof. This chaotic living situation takes its toll on cranky Pops, who is reluctant to have his routine disturbed. In addition to CJ’s family, Pops and Ella’s son, Calvin, a wise-cracking, broke college student, hangs out at home, making it impossible for any peace and quiet. It soon becomes evident just how wide the gap is, as the family tries to find a way to coexist through all of life’s hilarious ups and downs.
Episodes (22)
1. Whiplash
Aired 25 May 2021 • 22 min
While recovering from his injuries, C.J. comes under investigation for his conduct during the fire, and Lisa feels judged by Malik's family.
2. A Payneful Lesson
Aired 1 June 2021 • 22 min
Calvin tries to impress Laura by cooking her an elegant meal, and C.J. resists his family's attempts to help him while he recuperates.
3. All Lumped Together
Aired 8 June 2021 • 22 min
Ella receives alarming news after a routine mammogram, and Malik is in danger of losing his scholarship after he's had to shoulder the responsibilities of his household.
4. Back That Thang Up
Aired 15 June 2021 • 22 min
Calvin and Floyd help Ella around the house, C.J. seeks alternative treatments for his back problems, and a car robbery takes everyone by surprise.
5. Sauce Bosses
Aired 22 June 2021 • 22 min
C.J. tries to talk Floyd out of selling the family barbecue sauce recipe, and Calvin grows concerned when he learns Miranda wants to buy a gun for protection.
6. Missing Mustard Seeds
Aired 29 June 2021 • 22 min
Curtis puts Ellas’ big day in peril and Malik takes a class that doesn’t go over well with the family.
7. In the Hot Seat
Aired 6 July 2021 • 22 min
As Calvin and Laura prepare for premarital counseling, Curtis steps in to give them relationship advice of his own, which leaves the couple at odds with each other.
8. Karen
Aired 13 July 2021 • 22 min
Calvin's life is turned upside down when a white woman posts false theft accusations against him on social media, and C.J. is disappointed to learn that Malik doesn't vote.
9. Me Against the World
Aired 12 October 2021 • 22 min
Ella plans a family game night, but things get awkward when Miranda shows up to the party, and Clarence suspects Floyd is trolling him online.
10. Pow Wow at the Paynes
Aired 19 October 2021 • 22 min
After a police shooting at a music festival, Malik joins a protest to demand the release of bodycam footage, and Ella tries to be supportive of Lisa's jewelry-making ambitions.
11. Bearer of Bad News
Aired 26 October 2021 • 22 min
Ella steps in as mediator when Miranda refuses to allow her son to participate in Calvin and Laura's upcoming wedding, and C.J. worries that Lisa may have betrayed Malik.
12. Fake Newsletters
Aired 2 November 2021 • 22 min
Things get ugly between Curtis and C.J. as they face off against each other in a contentious local election, and Ella tries her hand as a life coach to Lisa.
13. Home Invaders
Aired 9 November 2021 • 22 min
Ella's house is turned upside down thanks to a termite problem, and Malik tries to take control when his living situation with Lisa gets increasingly frustrating.
14. DNAin’t
Aired 16 November 2021 • 22 min
Floyd arranges genetic testing for the family to prove he has superior African DNA, and Calvin prepares Malik for his upcoming road trip across the country with Lisa.
15. Stop Shop and Roll
Aired 23 November 2021 • 22 min
Floyd leads a home safety training session for the family, Ella covers up her online shopping addiction, and Lisa bets Malik that he can't stay off his phone for 24 hours.
16. Paynefully Honest
Aired 30 November 2021 • 22 min
Calvin and Miranda struggle to navigate coparenting with Laura in the picture, and Ella plans an intimate night to reconnect with Curtis.
17. Wondering Prince
Aired 7 December 2021 • 22 min
C.J.'s excited about his high school reunion, but his Prince versus Stevie Wonder debate with Floyd and Calvin may cost him his caterer, and Lisa teaches Miranda how to navigate dating apps.
18. A Little Discipline
Aired 14 December 2021 • 22 min
Miranda flies off the handle when she learns Laura disciplined Christian, and Malik is conflicted when he suspects his prospective employer is racist.
19. A Payneful Compromise
Aired 21 December 2021 • 22 min
Calvin, C.J. and Ella join forces to help Floyd get in better shape after finding out he is prediabetic, and Calvin grows increasingly frustrated with Miranda's frequent visits.
20. Fine Wine
Aired 4 January 2022 • 22 min
Calvin assures his skeptical family he's ready to give up his playboy ways and settle down for good with Laura, but an encounter with a beautiful realtor tests his resolve.
21. The First Day
Aired 11 January 2022 • 22 min
C.J. obsesses over being in tip-top shape for his first day back at work, and Miranda's request for more child support interferes with Calvin's and Laura's extravagant wedding plans.
22. Payneful Suffering
Aired 18 January 2022 • 22 min
In preparation for Janine's early return home, Lisa insists on making a special dinner to impress her, Curtis and Ella catch wind of damaging family drama, and C.J. receives unexpected news.