Omg the brother knew exactly what he was doing!!!

"Could you be any more of a white man right now" is riiiiiiiiiight

My prediction? Next week get Issa’s version of the weekend that ends with her receiving that call. I love Issa, love Lawrence but i am SO not here for them as a couple

Lmaooo not a sandwhich shop called red lobster!!!😭💀

I thought that was Mable's husband...I think the vacation made her take him back!

Natasha is directing an episode later and was "shadowing" Jay as he directed this episode, hence 'Shadow" Rothwell.

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Things are getting messy and it’s spilling over into all aspects of Issa’s life. Crissle and Fran discuss awkward moments in public places, the telltale signs your friend is going to therapy and the downside to DIY.

Don’t forget to join in on the conversation and follow along on social media with the hashtag #insecuriTEA

Executive Producers: Chris Morrow, Matt Raz
Producer: Matt Raz
Editor: Ty Worley
Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S4, Ep3: Lowkey Thankful

The big day is finally here — it’s Block Party time! Crissle and Fran get into music fest etiquette, parenting goals and discuss the likelihood of one of the wildest fan theories we’ve heard so far coming true.

Don’t forget to join in on the conversation and follow along on social media with the hashtag #insecuriTEA

Executive Producers: Chris Morrow, Matt Raz
Producer: Matt Raz
Editor: Ty Worley
Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S4, Ep5: Lowkey Movin' On

Issa Dee isn’t the only one who’s Insecure. Crissle and Fran tag along with Molly and Andrew on their trip to Mexico.

Don’t forget to join in on the conversation and follow along on social media with the hashtag #insecuriTEA

Executive Producers: Chris Morrow, Matt Raz
Producer: Matt Raz
Editor: Ty Worley
Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S4 Ep7: Lowkey Trippin'

Crissle called it, now it’s time to gloat. The ladies unpack Issa’s attempt to rekindle an old relationship.

Don’t forget to join in on the conversation and follow along on social media with the hashtag #insecuriTEA

Executive Producers: Chris Morrow, Matt Raz
Producer: Matt Raz
Editor: Ty Worley
Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S4, Ep8: Lowkey Happy

Molly is back in therapy and Issa is lowkey trying to repair their relationship. Meanwhile, Fran is jumping through hoops to find a way to keep her favorite conspiracy theory alive.

Don’t forget to join in on the conversation and follow along on social media with the hashtag #insecuriTEA

Executive Producers: Chris Morrow, Matt Raz
Producer: Matt Raz
Editor: Ty Worley
Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S4, Ep9: Lowkey Trying

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We share our 2020 highs, lows and expectations, with some stories and jokes in between.

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This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Brace yourself.

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A Good Time Girl

This week Jade and Keia hit the kitchen table to discuss The Fresh Prince of Belair Reunion and corresponding Red Table Talk featuring Will Smith, and how these important grown-up conversations are a reminder for our personal lives as it pertains to forgiveness and communication. 

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Jade and Keia are taking a couple weeks off, but enjoy this reprise episode ... everybody loves a good rerun! 

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Happy Holidays - The Reprise

Ready for the run down? Fran (HeyFranHey, TheFriendZone) and Crissle (The Read) are primed to take you through the latest episode of HBO's Insecure with a dynamic dissection, known as Insecuritea. Tune in as they sip, share and spill on all things Insecure.

S4 Ep7: Lowkey Trippin'

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