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OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK MAY 2016 HIGHLIGHTS Visit http://press.disCovery.Com/us/own/ for seLeCt episodiC photography and sCreeners NEW SERIES & SEASONS (P) Denotes: Premieres LIVIN’ LOZADA Season Premiere Saturday, May 7 (10 p.m. – 11 p.m.) “Livin' Lozada" follows the lives of reality star Evelyn Lozada, of “Basketball Wives” fame, and her 22-year-old daughter Shaniece Hairston. After leaving Miami for a fresh start in Los Angeles, Evelyn began a new chapter in her life, hoping to break free from her “bad girl” image to begin again with her fiancé, professional baseball player, Carl Crawford, and their toddler son, Leo. Meanwhile Shaniece is embarking on her own career path, working to step out from her mother’s shadow and make a name for herself, while also relying on the advice, comfort and companionship her sometimes-meddling mother can give. The series follows these two ladies as they navigate the waters of family, career and relationships together. (P) Saturday, May 7 (10 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Ever Since I Left the City Evelyn, Carl and Leo make the big move back to Arizona, leaving Shaniece with serious separation anxiety and no one to help with her own big move. Meanwhile, Evelyn receives some potentially life-changing news. (P) Saturday, May 14 (10 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Houston, We Have a Problem Evelyn returns to LA to make a guest appearance on a primetime talk show. Shaniece clashes with her manager, Danika, about the direction of her career. Evelyn tries to persuade Shaniece to join her on a trip to Houston to visit Carl’s family. (P) Saturday, May 21 (10 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Meet the Crawfords Evelyn and Shaniece travel to Houston to spend Thanksgiving with Carl’s family, where Evelyn receives some devastating news. Heading back to her roots in the Bronx, Evelyn gives Carl a tour of her old neighborhood. (P) Saturday, May 28 (10 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Gift of John Edward Evelyn gives her sister Sylvia the gift of a lifetime when she offers her a chance to reconnect with a loved one through famed psychic, John Edward. Shaniece begins to Question whether her dream career will come true. SUPER SOUL SESSIONS Season Premiere Sunday, May 8 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET/PT) Oprah Winfrey hosts superstar thought leaders and spiritual luminaries who take the stage to inspire positive change in your life and ultimately raise the collective conscious. (P) Sunday, May 8 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET/PT): Super Soul Sessions with Oprah Winfrey Episode 1 Oprah Winfrey hosts superstar thought leaders and spiritual luminaries who take the stage to inspire positive change in your life and ultimately raise the collective conscious. (P) Sunday, May 15 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET/PT): Super Soul Sessions with Oprah Winfrey Episode 2 Oprah Winfrey hosts superstar thought leaders and spiritual luminaries who take the stage to inspire positive change in your life and ultimately raise the collective conscious. CONTINUING SERIES (P) Denotes: Premieres (F) Denotes: FinaLes FOR BETTER OR WORSE Fridays (9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.) Comedy series “For Better or Worse” from Tyler Perry follows the ups and downs of dating and marriage and centers on Angela Williams (Tasha Smith), the owner of a successful beauty salon, and her husband of 13 years, Marcus (Michael Jai White). In this new season, Marcus and Angela, after dealing with a trying period of finding out that Marcus has a daughter, decide to explore expanding their family. Meanwhile, Joseph (Jason Olive) and Leslie (Crystle Stewart) are navigating the trials and tribulations of married life. Additionally, Jennifer (Cocoa Brown) and Richard (Kent Faulcon) form an unlikely alliance while they learn that all things happen for a reason. The series also stars Brad James. Throughout the season, this close- knit group of friends bring humor to the ups and downs of everyday life. (P) Friday, May 6 (9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fit for a Fling Marcus' (Michael Jai White) recent neurotic behavior has caused his friends to Question his motivation for change. (P) Friday, May 13 (9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Two Turtlenecks Richard (Kent Faulcon) and Jennifer (Cocoa Brown) confide in each other and attempt to keep a secret. (P) Friday, May 20 (9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Against the Wall Angela (Tasha Smith) and Jennifer (Cocoa Brown) are in disagreement regarding Richard's (Kent Faulcon) vulnerable state. (F) Friday, May 27 (9 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: True Intentions Angela (Tasha Smith) and Leslie (Crystle Stewart) are shocked when Jennifer (Cocoa Brown) confesses she has been keeping a secret. FOR PEETE’S SAKE Saturdays (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete were two of the brightest stars in their fields in the 80’s and 90’s. Holly lit up the small screen from an early age with starring roles in "21 Jump Street" and "Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper," and her husband and NFL Quarterback, Rodney Peete, dominated the league for 16 years. “For Peete’s Sake” takes a comedic, yet intimate look at the hectic and comical lives of the Peetes as they attempt to balance raising their four kids, running a charity (the HollyRod Foundation) and spending time with Holly’s über-manager mother, Dolores, who is still wheeling and dealing even as she approaches 80. Whether they’re setting up for their next big fundraiser, coaching their kids into lives of their own, or just trying to keep that special spark alive in their marriage, there’s never a dull moment with the Peetes. (F) Saturday, May 7 (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Brain Scans and Changing Plans In the season finale, Rodney finally schedules an MRI to check on his brain after years of pro- football. Holly and Rodney get a case of the nerves when Ryan books an open mic and RJ lands a modeling gig. Dolores announces that she is here to stay. IF LOVING YOU IS WRONG Tuesdays (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) With a diverse cast and storylines ranging from heartfelt to scandalous, the sexy, sleek drama from Tyler Perry takes viewers into the lives of a group of husbands, wives and friends that live and love in the same middle class neighborhood. On the surface they are true-to-life, relatable people - raising children, working jobs, finding and maintaining romance - but just below the veneer of happiness, their lives are entangled by heartbreak, deceit and lies that threaten to destroy everything. Throughout the season, "If Loving You Is Wrong" continues to follow Alex (Amanda Clayton), Kelly (Edwina Findley Dickerson), Marcie (Heather Hemmens), Esperanza (Zulay Henao) and Natalie (April Parker-Jones) on their Quest to find love in the midst of managing very complex lives. For these women, love is an ever-present necessity in spite of the high price that sometimes must be paid. (P) Tuesday, May 3 (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: For Pete Lushion (Charles Malik Whitfield) vows to fight corruption. (P) Tuesday, May 10 (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: The Will Julius (Octavio Pizano) is dealt a surprising blow. (P) Tuesday, May 17 (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: An Evil Alliance An evil alliance is formed. (F) Tuesday, May 24 (9 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. ET/PT) *Special 90 Minute Season Finale: Episode: The Wicked Soul* Lushion (Charles Malik Whitfield) reveals a secret. SUPER SOUL SUNDAY Sundays (11 a.m – 12 p.m. ET/PT) “Super Soul Sunday” is the two-time Emmy award-winning series that delivers timely, thought- provoking, eye-opening and inspiring programming designed to help viewers awaken to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them. The series features all-new conversations between Oprah Winfrey and top thinkers, authors, visionaries and spiritual leaders exploring themes and issues including happiness, personal fulfillment, spirituality, conscious living and what it means to be alive in today’s world. (F) Sunday, May 1 (11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Norman Lear Oprah Winfrey speaks with legendary writer/producer Norman Lear, who brought the groundbreaking shows “All in the Family,” “The Jeffersons” and “Good Times” to television, about changing the TV landscape and his life as a spiritual seeker. HOME MADE SIMPLE Saturdays (9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. ET/PT) This Emmy-winning television series features fresh design ideas, delicious recipes and money and space saving solutions for deserving homeowners. “Home Made Simple” empowers viewers to take on simple do-it-yourself household projects with confidence. New host, Jeremiah Brent, along with his team of experts deliver stylish and smart designs, clever crafts and “why-didn’t-I-think-of-that?” ideas while continuing to celebrate truly inspiring homeowners. Each week culminates with an emotional room reveal packed with surprises in addition to a new inviting space for friends and family to enjoy. (P) Saturday, May 7 (9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. ET/PT) Episode: Furnishing a Family’s Future The “Home Made Simple” team tackles their biggest makeover yet, when they help a Habitat for Humanity family transform their empty space into an inviting modern living room with three stunning bedrooms for a dedicated super-mom. It's a design explosion of emotion.