For her final performance at the Palmetto, Deborah must decide between playing it safe and putting her entire career on the line. Meanwhile, Ava deals with a family crisis.

As the taping of her first Late Night episode approaches, Deborah experiences a shocking "first," while Ava makes a new romantic connection.

Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.

A girls’ night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

With Deborah determined to boot her from Late Night, Ava attempts to beat her boss at her own game.

Deborah receives the "Courage in Comedy" award, while Ava reaches a breaking point.

A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double booked ... just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.

With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

Deborah and her team head to LA to pitch her new set as a comedy special.

Ava tries to keep a secret from Deborah, but someone in Deborah’s inner-circle leverages the truth. Meanwhile, Deborah stares down the barrel of her first radically honest show.

Deborah and Ava return to Vegas for DJ's son's christening. Jimmy and Kayla have their hands full with Dance Mom.

Following a focus group, Deborah goes above and beyond to reach a coveted demo, while Ava desperately tries to maintain the show's integrity.

As Deborah contends with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.