While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

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

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.

Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.

While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.

Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favorite comedians, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie, and Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.

Deborah braces for Kathy's attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian's Late Night dreams.

Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.