The recently widowed host of Atlanta's No. 2 morning show struggles to balance his job and his young daughters despite all the “help” he gets from his grifter father-in-law and his brother/assistant/manager/house guest.
Episodes
Pilot
A recently-widowed dad tries to raise his kids with his persistent father-in-law.
Hard News
Kenan, Rick and Gary go to great lengths to uncover what they think is a deep, dark secret Cori was hiding. Mika believes the morning show should cover more hard news stories.
The Fourth Hour
Kenan struggles with his increased work schedule when "Wake Up With Kenan!" adds a fourth hour. Rick encourages Kenan to get tough and say "no" more often. Gary suspects that Tami has her eye on Kenan's job and takes matters into his own hands.
Flirting
With Gary's encouragement, Kenan agrees to get back into the dating world slowly through flirting. Rick takes Aubrey and Birdie for a spa day and can't help but join in.
Flipp'd
When Kenan's former boy bandmate-turned-huge popstar comes to town, Kenan finds himself doubting Gary's effectiveness as a manager and contemplates a change. Mika gives Aubrey and Birdie a lesson in feminism and the art of persuasion.
You Go, Squirrel!
Kenan has some odd encounters with a squirrel that he believes might be Cori's spirit. Rick and Gary think they've missed Kenan's birthday and try to organize an impromptu surprise party.
Kenan's Mom
When Kenan's mom, Bobbi, comes for a visit, it's apparent she's developed a new sense of independence and Kenan finds himself competing for her attention.
Wednesday's Gal
Mika is determined to use the show's annual "Wednesday's Gal" wedding segment to generate desperately needed advertising revenue for the station. With love in the air, Kenan contemplates his romantic future.
Teachers' Strike
When the teachers go on strike, everyone has to pitch in to keep the kids occupied. Rick sets up a unique schoolroom in the morning show conference room.
Hair Show
Kenan, Rick, Gary and Mika prepare the girls for the annual Atlanta Hair Show but Kenan is feeling the pressure because it was one of Cori's favorite events. Gary secures an offer for a sitcom, but Kenan must contemplate a move to Los Angeles. Cori's mother, Tasha, pays a visit.
Top Cast
Kenan Thompson
Kenan
Chris Redd
Gary
Don Johnson
Rick
Kimrie Lewis
Mika
Dani Lane
Aubrey Williams
Dannah Lane
Bridget Williams
Taylor Louderman
Tami
