Ziwe

Ziwe

America, you'd be an iconic guest.

Canceled First aired 09/May/2021 United States English 2 season(s) 18 episode(s)

This variety series from writer, comedian and internet sensation, Ziwe is a no-holds-barred mix of musical numbers, interviews and sketches that challenge America's discomfort with race, politics, & other cultural issues.

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Season 2 · Season 2

12 episode(s) · Air date: 01/May/2022

Season Overview

Never afraid to go there (or anywhere), ZIWE presents the hottest of hot button topics and she’s guaranteed to touch a whole lot of nerves. Everything you’ve always wanted to know about Critical Race Theory, Gay Pride, Woke Capitalism and more but were too uncomfortable to ask. Plus, she’s bringing plenty of musical numbers, interviews, guest stars and hilarious sketches along for the ride.

Season Overview

Never afraid to go there (or anywhere), ZIWE presents the hottest of hot button topics and she’s guaranteed to touch a whole lot of nerves. Everything you’ve always wanted to know about Critical Race Theory, Gay Pride, Woke Capitalism and more but were too uncomfortable to ask. Plus, she’s bringing plenty of musical numbers, interviews, guest stars and hilarious sketches along for the ride.

S2E12

Juneteenth

Air date: 25/Dec/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 30 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the commercialization of Juneteenth with Wayne Brady, exchanges gifts with her writers and sends a correspondent to go Juneteenth Caroling in New York City to spread holiday cheer. Featuring iconic guests Laura Benanti, Larry Owens, Michelle Davis, Ronald Metellus, Sam Taggart, Ike Ufomadu, Zaire Saa Hallie, John Reynolds, Jackie Hoffman and AnnaSophia Robb with music by Ziwe & Jen Goma. Season finale.

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S2E11

Miss Universe

Air date: 18/Dec/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 24 min

Summary

Ziwe explores what it takes to be Miss Universe with America’s Sweetheart, Drew Barrymore then attends media training and puts her new skills to the test in a high fashion magazine shoot. Featuring iconic guests Melody Kimmel, Aparna Nancherla, Chloe Cherry and River Ramirez.

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S2E10

Diversity Training

Air date: 11/Dec/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 25 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the triumphs and failures of diversity in the workplace with Amber Riley and sends a writer to host an iconic diversity training with a group of opinionated employees. Featuring iconic guests Josh Sharp, Marie Faustin, Michelle Davis and Ike Ufomadu.

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S2E9

Tech

Air date: 04/Dec/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 30 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the impacts of the quickly growing world of Tech with Blake Griffin & Joel Kim Booster and then challenges her writer to face-off against artificial intelligence. Featuring iconic guests Amy Sedaris, Scott Adsit, Michelle Davisv and Amazon's Alexa with music by Ziwe & Jen Goma.

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S2E8

Democracy

Air date: 27/Nov/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 31 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the pillars of American democracy with Bob the Drag Queen & Deray McKesson and later hosts a game show putting unsuspecting voters in a head-to-head battle of resilience. Featuring iconic guest Ike Ufomadu.

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S2E7

Men!

Air date: 20/Nov/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 31 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the male psyche with Michael Che then challenges the patriarchy with Julia Fox. Featuring iconic guests Benito Skinner, Michael Antonucci, George Civeris, Sam Taggart and Ronald Metellus with music by Ziwe & Jen Goma.

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S2E6

Gay Pride!

Air date: 05/Jun/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 30 min

Summary

Ziwe explores gay pride and corporate allyship with drag queen Katya Zamalodchikova and actor Adam Pally. Later, she premieres her next hit music video and learns to vogue. Featuring iconic special guests Rowan Blanchard, Ricky Allure, Sam Taggart, Ike Ufomadu, Michelle Davis, Ronald Metellus, Jen Goma and Celine Edmondson. Season finale.

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S2E5

Empowerment

Air date: 29/May/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 28 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the anomaly of empowerment with author and supermodel Emily Ratajkowski and content creator Mia Khalifa. Later, she puts female empowerment to the test with Real Housewife Luann De Lesseps. Featuring iconic special guests Heléne York, Aparna Nancherla, Cole Escola and Michelle Davis.

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S2E4

Hot!

Air date: 22/May/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 24 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the imminent climate crisis with comedian Ilana Glazer and then puts on an unconventional charity event to save the penguins. Featuring iconic special guests Jane Krakowski and Ike Ufomadu.

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S2E3

Socially Liberal, Fiscally Conservative

Air date: 15/May/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 25 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the moral intricacies of being a rich but benevolent capitalist with comedians Nicole Byer and Hannibal Buress and then launches her own conglomerate, Ziwe & Sons. Featuring iconic special guest Ronald Metellus.

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S2E2

Celebrity Rights Activist

Air date: 08/May/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 33 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the joys and pitfalls of fame with celebrity offspring Chet Hanks and then examines the obsession with celebrity culture with the anonymous gossip influencer DeuxMoi. Featuring iconic special guest Jo Firestone.

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S2E1

Critical Race Theory

Air date: 01/May/2022 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 30 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory with media juggernaut Charlamagne Tha God and then hosts a PTA meeting with parents adamantly against CRT. Featuring iconic special guests Amandla Stenberg, Larry Owens, Jocelyn Bioh, Nore Davis and Ike Ufomadu.

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Season 1 · Season 1

6 episode(s) · Air date: 09/May/2021

Season Overview

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S1E6

Whitewashing

Air date: 13/Jun/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 25 min

Summary

Ziwe investigates whitewashing in Hollywood with interview guest Adam Pally and showcases the trailer for her biopic. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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S1E5

Immigration

Air date: 06/Jun/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 24 min

Summary

Ziwe contemplates immigration in America with interview guest Julio Torres. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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S1E4

Allyship

Air date: 30/May/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 28 min

Summary

Ziwe discusses allyship with interview guest Phoebe Bridgers and hosts a game show to crown the ‘wokest’ ally. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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S1E3

Wealth Hoarders

Air date: 23/May/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 26 min

Summary

Ziwe explores the dilemma of wealth hoarding with interview guests Bowen Yang and Patti Harrison and begins her campaign for New York City mayor. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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S1E2

Beauty Standards

Air date: 16/May/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 28 min

Summary

Ziwe ponders societal beauty standards with interview guest Eboni K. Williams and makes a visit to a plastic surgeon. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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S1E1

55%

Air date: 09/May/2021 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 24 min

Summary

Ziwe discusses the phenomenon of white women with interview guest Fran Lebowitz and hosts a focus group for real women named ‘Karen’. Musical guest: Ziwe.

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Cast

Main cast members.

Ziwe

Julio Torres

Eboni K. Williams

Eboni K. Williams

Rachel Lindsay

Bowen Yang

Andrew Yang

Fran Lebowitz

Gloria Steinem

Jane Krakowski

Cristin Milioti

Cristin Milioti

Jeremy O. Harris

Jeremy O. Harris

Blossr Spokesperson

Sydnee Washington

Sydnee Washington

Patti Harrison

Rachel Brosnahan

Rachel Brosnahan

Cole Escola

Christopher Meloni

Christopher Meloni

Crew

Creators, directors, writers, and production crew.

Ziwe

Executive Producer, Writer

Cole Escola

Jamund Washington

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Quick Facts

Seasons 2

Episodes 18

Year 2021

Status Canceled

Runtime 25 min

Language English

Country United States

Release Info

Schedule Sundays at 11:00 PM (25 min)

Timezone America/New_York

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Production

Network United States Showtime (2021 - 2022)

External Links

Website 53763 tt13437466

Schedule Sundays at 11:00 PM (25 min)

Timezone America/New_York

Network United States Showtime (2021 - 2022)

Official Website

TVMaze 53763

IMDb tt13437466

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