Red Table Talk Season 1, Episode 20: Christmas with the Smiths

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Motherhood

In the premiere episode of Red Table Talk, Jada Pinkett Smith is joined by Will Smith’s ex-wife, Sheree Elizabeth Zampino for an intimate conversation around their blended family.

25 min

2

Surviving Loss

This week around the Red Table, Jada Pinkett Smith reveals the impact of the tragic death of her longtime best friend, Tupac Shakur. While Willow Smith shares a painful secret for the first time.

25 min

3

Body Confessions! Jada Tells All At The Table

At the Red Table this week, Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Smith and Adrienne Banfield Norris get real about body insecurities and explain why every single body is beautiful in its own way.

25 min

4

Girls Trippin' with Gabrielle Union

Jada Pinkett Smith and Gabrielle Union have an open discussion about the ups and downs of friendship and the power of sisterhood.

25 min

5

Growing Up Smith!

At the Red Table this week, Jaden Smith and Willow Smith reveal what it's like growing up in one of the most famous families in America. Adrienne Banfield Norris (Gammy) wonders if the kids may have been granted too much independence by their parents Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith.

25 min

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Let's Talk About SEX!

This week at The Table we're talking sex. Jada Pinkett Smith reveals everything from losing her virginity to embracing abstinence, and her addiction to sex toys. Willow Smith shares how she first learned about sex, and Adrienne Banfield Norris explains how her introduction to sex created shame in her life.

25 min

7

EJ & Cookie Johnson: Daring To Be Differen

From one of the most well-known families in America, the outspoken E.J. Johnson brings his mother Cookie to the Red Table for a colorful discussion about gender fluidity, individuality, and fashion. He and Willow explain how their generation has very different ideas about gender stereotypes, and how they stay true to themselves in the face of societal expectations.

25 min

8

Tiffany Haddish in the House!

Comedian Tiffany Haddish is the breakout star of the year! Jada Pinkett Smith invites her Girls Trip co-star and friend over to talk about her sudden rise to fame, unexpected encounters with celebrities, and her favorite male body part.

25 min

9

Cesar Millan: From Illegal Immigrant to American Dream

Jada invites her longtime friend Cesar Millan, the world-renowned "Dog Whisperer," to the Smith home for a conversation about his remarkable journey to America. From his harrowing attempts to cross the border as an illegal immigrant to his international TV stardom, Cesar tells all.

25 min

10

Facing Addiction: Jada & Adrienne Share Their Family's Story

For the first time ever, Jada’s mom Adrienne Banfield Norris shares details of her 20-year heroin addiction, and how it affected a young Jada Pinkett Smith. Also joining the family is special guest August Alsina, and Will Smith’s youngest sister, Ashley Marie, both of whom have faced addiction.

25 min

11

Becoming Mr. & Mrs. Smith (Part 1)

Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith reveal the truth behind their relationship, from the day they met to the moments of crisis in their 20-plus year marriage.

25 min

12

Our Unique Union (Part 2)

Will Smith returns to the Table to describe the breaking point in his marriage to Jada Pinkett Smith, and how the couple have redefined the definition of "husband" and "wife" to fit their unique union.

25 min

13

Leah Remini: Setting the Record Straight

After years of not speaking, Jada Pinkett Smith and Leah Remini meet at the Table to discuss their very public dispute over Leah’s accusations that Jada and Will Smith are Scientologists.

25 min

14

The Racial Divide: Women of Color & White Women

The tough topic of race relations between women is brought to the Red Table with famed diversity educator Jane Elliott.

25 min

15

Domestic Abuse: When Love Turns Violent

Heartbreaking stories of domestic abuse are revealed when Adrienne shares her traumatic experiences at the hands of Jada's father, the life-threatening event that finally made her leave him and the effect it had on Jada. Willow sits down with a 14-year-old girl who witnessed her mother’s abuse.

25 min

16

Surviving Divorce With Toni Braxton

Jada Pinkett Smith invites good friend Toni Braxton to the Red Table to talk about her public and painful divorce. Toni reveals the real reason her marriage ended, and Adrienne shares what she's learned from each of her three divorces.

25 min

17

Learning To Forgive

Jada Pinkett Smith and her younger brother Caleeb share their deeply personal experience of struggling to forgive the man who hurt them the most - their father.

25 min

18

Interracial Marriage with Ellen Pompeo

Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo opens up about her interracial marriage and the challenges of raising bi-racial children.

25 min

19

Confronting Mental Illness

Jada reveals her struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts. Grammy-winning rapper Kid Cudi joins the Table and talks about his mental health problems and battle with addiction.

25 min

20

Christmas with the Smiths

Find out why Christmas is so important to Jada when the Red Table gets into the holiday spirit. Jada, Adrienne and Willow celebrate their traditions, best presents, favorite foods and reveal intimate home movies from Christmas' past.

25 min

21

Red Table Workout

Jada, Adrienne and Willow reveal their secrets to staying in shape mentally and physically; plus they share tips on how to be happier in the new year!

25 min

22

Surviving R. Kelly: The Aftermath (Part 1)

In this two-part Red Table Talk special, Jada Pinkett Smith, Adrienne Banfield-Norris and Willow sit down with R. Kelly accuser Lisa Van Allen as she shares details of her decade-long ordeal with the R&B singer.

25 min

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Surviving R. Kelly: An Accuser's Daughter Speaks Out (Pt. 2)

Lisa Vanallen's teenage daughter Akeyla speaks publicly for the first time about her mom’s alleged 10-year abusive relationship with R. Kelly. Renowned psychologist Dr. Candice Norcott reveals how abusers manipulate their victims and convince them to stay in the relationship.

25 min

24

Black and Gay in America with Don Lemon

The Red Table makes a special trip to New York for an exclusive interview with CNN anchor Don Lemon about the horrific hate crime against "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett. Lemon reveals the obstacles he faced being a gay, black man in a high-profile job, and the challenges facing gay men in the African American community.

25 min

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Unpacking White Privilege and Prejudice

Three women from diverse backgrounds join the Red Table to discuss the concept of white privilege, and how it affects the relationships between white women and women of color.

25 min

26

What Men Really Think About Love

Award-winning rapper Wale and Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni come to the Red Table for a vulnerable, eye-opening, and honest conversation about what men want and need in the search for true love.

25 min

27

Jordyn Woods Shares The Truth

Jordyn Woods comes to The Red Table for an emotional first interview about the public scandal involving NBA Star Tristan Thompson, the father of Khloe Kardashian's daughter. She addresses the rumors and accusations. What really happened that night? It’s an RTT exclusive.

25 min