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The Best Episodes of Red Table Talk Season 1

Every episode of Red Table Talk Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Red Table Talk Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 1 - Motherhood
    5.3/10(27 votes)

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 2 - Surviving Loss
    5.1/10(21 votes)

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 11 - Becoming Mr. & Mrs. Smith (Part 1)
    4.7/10(21 votes)

    S1:E11

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 4 - Girls Trippin' with Gabrielle Union
    4.6/10(15 votes)

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 14 - The Racial Divide: Women of Color & White Women
    4.6/10(16 votes)

    S1:E14

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

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 3 - Body Confessions! Jada Tells All At The Table
    4.5/10(19 votes)

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 8 - Tiffany Haddish in the House!
    4.1/10(16 votes)

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 12 - Our Unique Union (Part 2)
    4.0/10(19 votes)

    S1:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 5 - Growing Up Smith!
    3.9/10(17 votes)

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 18 - Interracial Marriage with Ellen Pompeo
    3.9/10(16 votes)

    S1:E18

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

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 10 - Facing Addiction: Jada & Adrienne Share Their Family's Story
    3.6/10(15 votes)

    S1:E10

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 13 - Leah Remini: Setting the Record Straight
    3.6/10(14 votes)

    S1:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 27 - Jordyn Woods Shares The Truth
    3.6/10(13 votes)

    S1:E27

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 19 - Confronting Mental Illness
    3.2/10(10 votes)

    S1:E19

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 15 - Domestic Abuse: When Love Turns Violent
    3.0/10(15 votes)

    S1:E15

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 22 - Surviving R. Kelly: The Aftermath (Part 1)
    3.0/10(10 votes)

    S1:E22

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 24 - Black and Gay in America with Don Lemon
    3.0/10(10 votes)

    S1:E24

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 25 - Unpacking White Privilege and Prejudice
    3.0/10(11 votes)

    S1:E25

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 7 - EJ & Cookie Johnson: Daring To Be Differen
    2.9/10(15 votes)

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 9 - Cesar Millan: From Illegal Immigrant to American Dream
    2.9/10(15 votes)

    S1:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 21 - Red Table Workout
    2.8/10(12 votes)

    S1:E21

    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!

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 23 - Surviving R. Kelly: An Accuser's Daughter Speaks Out (Pt. 2)
    2.8/10(10 votes)

    S1:E23

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 26 - What Men Really Think About Love
    2.8/10(11 votes)

    S1:E26

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 17 - Learning To Forgive
    2.7/10(16 votes)

    S1:E17

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Red Table Talk Season 1 Episode 20 - Christmas with the Smiths
    2.7/10(11 votes)

    S1:E20

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Motherhood" is the best rated episode of Red Table Talk season 1. It scored 5.3/10 from 27 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on May 7, 2018. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Surviving Loss".