OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK SEPTEMBER 2013 HIGHLIGHTS
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NEW SERIES & SEASONS (P) Denotes: Premieres
SIX LITTLE MCGHEES (30 Minutes) Season Premiere - Saturday, September 7 (Two back-to-back episodes from 10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT and 10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) When Mia and Rozonno became parents to Columbus, Ohio's first sextuplets, no amount of books or advice could have prepared them for life with multiples. Their close family and friend helpers made the infant years easier to manage, but as the children grow so will Mia and Rozonno’s parenting skills. The helpers won’t be around forever, and these parents are determined to become less dependent on their support team. With potty training and many other milestones soon on the way, and the task of managing a thriving business, Mia and Rozonno are bracing for all the excitement and chaos of doing it on their own. In this brand new season, the kids suit up for swimming lessons and their first camping trip, while Mia and Rozonno work to find time for each other in the midst of all the happy chaos. With the terrible two's in full swing, the toddler trouble continues.
(P) Saturday, September 7 (10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Can't Grow Without Changing The McGhee family is back and as the sextuplets continue to grow, so do the challenges for Mia & Ro – from the chaos of potty training to their first camping trip. As they try to become less reliant on the helpers, Mia & Ro find out if they can handle it all on their own.
(P) Saturday, September 7 (10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The System The Six Little McGhees are adapting to their toddler years and it’s creating new challenges for Mia’s strict system. The McGhee’s business also faces challenges with winter in full swing, and Ro may need to fire an employee.
(P) Saturday, September 14 (10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Six Little Splashers The sextuplets are ready to take the plunge when Mia decides to sign them up for their first swimming lessons. When she finds out they will need one adult per child for swim class, she is left with no choice but to kiss and make up with one of their helpers, Tania.
(P) Saturday, September 14 (10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Someone Has to Go The winter season is slow for the McGhee carpet cleaning business, and Ro and Mia are faced with the decision of downsizing. The shortage of help forces Mia to assist Ro on a job, which becomes costly when Mia makes a critical mistake in the field.
(P) Saturday, September 21 (10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: It’s Potty Time! The kids are growing out of their diapers and it’s time to start potty training! After a long day of smelly mishaps and unsightly accidents, Ro and Mia call in their mothers for advice, but their methods turn out to be more conflicting than helpful.
(P) Saturday, September 21 (10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Smells Like Valentine’s Day Ro and Mia both want to surprise each other for Valentine’s Day, but Ro’s plan for romance goes awry when he loses track of time. Meanwhile, Mia’s plan of a weekend getaway is spoiled when she must tend to Libby’s sudden illness.
(P) Saturday, September 28 (10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Bowling for Ninos Ro and Mia call a development expert to check on the kids’ growth and offer creative ways to enrich their learning. However, they have very different thoughts on the best activity for the kids and, of course, must put both of their ideas to the test.
(P) Saturday, September 28 (10:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Help Wanted With business picking up, Mia and Ro discuss hiring another employee to help Ro in the field. Back at home, Mia catches the “couponing” bug, but Ro is skeptical about the potential savings – or lack there of.
THE CUSTOMER IS ALWAYS RIGHT? (60 Minutes) Series Premiere - Thursday, September 5 at 10 p.m. ET/PT In an unprecedented experiment, two unsuspecting customers are tapped by a company CEO to spend a week with the organization and to implement real improvements to its business model. Each one-hour episode follows the once-in- a-lifetime challenge as both customers work alongside the company’s top executives to address the company’s biggest issues. The participants’ ideas are implemented and in the end, their efforts are judged by a final focus group. If the group likes the changes that were made, the two will walk away with a cash prize and boasting rights that the customer is indeed always right.
(P) Thursday, September 5 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Mrs. Field’s Two ordinary customers, Teri and Rebecca, work with executives at specialty cookie retailer Mrs. Fields.
(P) Thursday, September 12 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Mazda In a time of financial uncertainty, Mazda is making a drastic move – handing over the reins to two unsuspecting customers with hopes that this radical opportunity to hear directly from the customers will spark ideas for the automotive giant.
(P) Thursday, September 19 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Sizzler Sizzler steakhouse decides to make a radical move by handing over the keys of their kingdom to two unwarned customers.
(P) Thursday, September 26 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: TCBY TCBY was once the nation’s leading frozen yogurt chain, but as times changed, so did the competition. Two everyday customers will be given the opportunity to help create unique ideas for TCBY’s business.
FOR BETTER OR WORSE (30 Minutes) Season Premiere - Wednesday, September 18 (Two back-to-back episodes from 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET/PT and 9:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Written, directed, executive produced and created by Tyler Perry, “For Better or Worse” centers on successful salon owner Angela Williams (Tasha Smith, “Why Did I Get Married?,” “Why Did I Get Married Too?,” “Couples Retreat”) and her husband of 13 years, former professional football player Marcus (Michael Jai White, “Why Did I Get Married?,” “Why Did I Get Married Too?,” “Spawn”). Marcus is partnered with Richard Ellington (Kent Faulcon, “American Beauty”) and Joseph Jetson (Jason Olive, “Raising Helen”) on a new sports news program called “C-Sports Now.” Marcus’ business relationship with Richard and Joseph is complicated, however, by the fact that Richard is married to Keisha (Kiki Haynes, “Nora’s Hair Salon”), Marcus’s ex-girlfriend and the mother of his teenage daughter. In addition, Joseph’s ex-girlfriend, successful real estate agent Leslie Norris (Crystle Stewart, Miss USA 2008), is Angela’s best friend. More often than not, the friends and couples find it impossible to keep their business and private lives from mingling. “For Better or Worse” is produced by Tyler Perry Studios.
(P) Wednesday, September 18 (9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Runaway Bride - Part 1 In the season premiere, Leslie Norris (Crystle Stewart), rushes to the hospital on her wedding day after finding out Joseph Jetson (Jason Olive) has been in a serious accident, leaving her pending nuptials to fiancé Chris (Eddie Cibrian) in question.
(P) Saturday, September 18 (9:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Runaway Bride - Part 2 Keisha (Kiki Haynes) antagonizes the tension between Chris (Eddie Cibrian) and Leslie (Crystle Stewart) in the aftermath of Josephʼs (Jason Olive) accident. Chris discovers that Leslie is conflicted about her love for him and Joseph.
(P) Wednesday, September 25 (9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Ex Richard (Kent Faulcon) offers Marcus (Michael Jai White) an apology for his past ordeals with Keisha (Kiki Haynes). Joseph (Jason Olive) is released from the hospital.
(P) Saturday, September 25 (9:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Can We Talk Upon bringing Joseph (Jason Olive) home to recover, Marcus (Michael Jai White) is surprised to learn that Angela (Tasha Smith) invited Leslie (Crystle Stewart) and Chris (Eddie Cibrian) to the house as well. Chris encourages Leslie to talk to Joseph to bring closure to their situation.
CONTINUING SERIES (New Episodes) (P) Denotes: Premieres
OPRAH’S LIFECLASS (60 Minutes) Sundays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) The Emmy Award-winning series "Oprah's Lifeclass" is a richly interactive worldwide social experience where millions of students participate in inspiring conversations with Oprah Winfrey on-air, online and via social media. For each class, Oprah is joined by a hand-picked expert, and together they interact with viewers to share principles and tools that can help people live more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
(P) Sunday, September 8 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Bishop T.D. Jakes: Fatherless America Oprah is joined on stage by Bishop T.D. Jakes in Dallas at the American Airlines Center during MegaFest 2013 in one of the world’s most social experiences on television. Together they will continue the important work of reaching out to the many fatherless sons and daughters who are struggling and in need of healing.
(P) Sunday, September 15 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Bishop T.D. Jakes: Bringing Families Together Oprah is joined on stage by Bishop T.D. Jakes in Dallas at the American Airlines Center during MegaFest 2013 in one of the world’s most social experiences on television. Together they discuss the definition of a family and share tools in how to bring families together again.
(P) Sunday, September 22 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Brene Brown: Vulnerability, Daring Greatly and What That Means in Your Life Oprah is joined by New York Times bestselling author and University of Houston graduate professor Dr. Brené Brown as they delve into the power of vulnerability.
(P) Sunday, September 29 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Brene Brown: Living Bravely, The Daring Way Oprah is joined in the social lab by Dr. Brené Brown, New York Times bestselling author and University of Houston graduate professor, and together they discuss living bravely by acknowledging the various forms of self-protecting armor we wear and how to break away to live a more full life.
OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? (60 Minutes) Sundays (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” tracks down “Oprah” show guests who made you laugh...and made you cry. Find out where they are now, plus see what happened to the biggest newsmakers of all time and how their lives changed after sudden fame and notoriety turned their worlds upside down.
(P) Sunday, September 1 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Teen Queen Molly Ringwald and Pastor Ted Haggard 1980’s actress Molly Ringwald talks about growing up on camera. Former ‘Real Housewives’ star Dina Manzo reveals why she left the series. Weight loss star Ruby Gettinger talks about keeping the pounds off. Pastor Ted Haggard speaks about his fall from grace.
SUPER SOUL SUNDAY Sundays (11 a.m.-12 p.m. ET/PT) The Emmy® Award-winning series “Super Soul Sunday" delivers a thought- provoking, eye-opening and inspiring block of programming designed to help viewers awaken to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them. Home to Oprah’s Book Club 2.0, “Super Soul Sunday" features exclusive interviews and all-new conversations between Oprah Winfrey and top thinkers, authors, filmmakers and spiritual leaders. Exploring themes and issues including happiness, personal fulfillment, wellness, spirituality and conscious living, "Super Soul Sunday" presents an array of perspectives on what it means to be alive in today’s world.
(P) Sunday, September 22 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah, Mariel Hemingway & Bobbie Williams: Finding Soul Connections Oprah sits down with Oscar-nominated actress and bestselling author, Mariel Hemingway, and Mariel’s eco-adventurer boyfriend Bobby Williams to explore mind-body-spirit wholehearted living. It’s an inspiring conversation about finding your balance, seeking adventure, and learning how to live a simpler, more vibrant life, which was the impetus for their new book “Running with Nature” and Mariel’s film documentary “Running from Crazy.”
(P) Sunday, September 29 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah & Steven Pressfield: Unlocking Your Creative Genius Author of “The War of Art,” Steven Pressfield, joins Oprah at her Maui retreat for a conversation about how we can all unleash our inner creative genius.
WELCOME TO SWEETIE PIE’S (60 Minutes) Saturdays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) **New time** When Robbie Montgomery, a 1960s backup singer and former Ikette, suffered a collapsed lung and had to stop singing, she decided to pour her talents into another creative venture: a soul food restaurant called Sweetie Pie’s. At her family-centered eateries, which include Sweetie Pie’s at the Mangrove, Sweetie Pie’s Upper Crust and the original Sweetie Pie’s established in 1996, which Miss Robbie runs with her son, Tim, both hilarity and drama are offered in equal measure. This docu-series follows the loud, loving and often singing Montgomery family as they work to expand their empire, one soulful dish at a time.
(P) Saturday, September 7 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Give & Take Tim and Jenae’s relationship goes from bad to worse when Jenae changes the locks, blocking Tim from seeing his son. Across town Tyrone prepares for a big audition, and Miss Robbie puts the pressure on Andre, determined her grandson will graduate on time.
(P) Saturday, September 14 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Scheming & Dreaming When Robbie tells Tim she wants to reopen West Florissant, he’s worried it may not be worth the costs of repair. Meanwhile, Charles goes behind Tim’s back to try to expand the delivery service, and Jenae’s friends take her on an unexpected adventure.
(P) Saturday, September 21 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: While Robbie’s Away Despite her reluctance, Tim brings Miss Robbie to New York City to discuss doing a Sweetie Pie’s cookbook with a literary agent. Back in St. Louis, Upper Crust’s staff savors their freedom, and Charles chooses the wrong place to deliver his puppies.
THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS (60 Minutes) Tuesdays (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) From prolific writer, director, producer Tyler Perry, “The Haves and the Have Nots” follows the complicated dynamic between the rich and powerful Cryer family and the hired help who work in their opulent mansion set in Savannah, Georgia.
(P) **Fall Finale** Tuesday, September 3 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: No More Hiding Secrets are revealed when Jeffery (Gavin Houston) finally tells his parents that he is gay. Hanna (Crystal Fox) unintentionally reveals to Benny (Tyler Lepley) who his father is. Candace (Tika Sumpter) is informed that her parents have been keeping her inheritance from her. After Veronica (Angela Robinson) walks in on Jim (John Schneider) and Candace kissing she berates him for his behavior and admonishes him to tell Katheryn (Renee Lawless) about the incident or she will. Meanwhile, Jeffery begs for Wyatt’s (Aaron O’Connell) forgiveness after knocking him out.
SPECIALS
CRAZY.SEXY.LIFE. (60 Minutes) Special Sneak Preview Tuesday, September 3 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) The series will premiere in early 2014 Kiyah, Bershan, Chenoa and Tiffany have known each other for more than ten years, and are constant sources of inspiration, support, competition and companionship to one another. Kiyah, an ambitious and successful celebrity hair stylist, is the link that brought the four friends together, and New York City’s legendary Harlem neighborhood is where the quartet come together on a regular basis … over drinks, lunches, dinners, you name it. Two are married, two are single, and all are strong and fiercely independent women who believe in living out their dreams and not letting anybody or anything get in their way.
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PUBLICITY CONTACTS:
Domenic Morea [email protected], 323.602.5516 The Haves and the Have Nots, The Customer is Always Right?, For Better or Worse
Leah Sparkes [email protected], 312.633.5270 Oprah: Where Are They Now?, Super Soul Sunday, Oprah’s Lifeclass
Chelsea Hettrick [email protected], 323.602.5632 Oprah’s Lifeclass
Jessica Boyer [email protected], 323.602.5624 Welcome to Sweetie Pie’s, Crazy.Sexy.Life.
Joey Levine [email protected], 323.602.5629 Six Little McGhees