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Episode 1
Jordan puts in a good day's work on the set of "That's So Raven," with mom Kimberly standing nearby for support and guidance. There, she shows a good rapport with her fellow actors and an ability to take direction uncommon in kids her age.
Jordan looks up to Raven Simone, and hopes that some day, with a lot of hard work, she'll have the kind of success Raven has experienced. As night falls, Mom and daughter head home, appreciating all the success they have been able to achieve so far.
Episode 2
It's Saturday, and Jordan must spend time in her least favorite class — ballet. The class is lead by a no-nonsense instructor who had also taught ballet to mom Kimberly, back in Atlanta when she was little. The tough-love teaching style brings a few tears to Jordan's eyes, but mom knows that the discipline she learns in the studio will help make her a better person out in the world.
Jordan demonstrates her impressive acting skills in class, rehearsing a scene from an upcoming movie in which she'll take on the challenge of portraying a victim of molestation. Although the subject matter is difficult, this time it's mom and teacher who shed a tear as Jordan wows them with her performance.
Episode 3
Jordan is getting ready to portray a victim of abuse in a feature film, so mom Kimberly takes the time to help her prepare and understand the role. Although the subject matter is serious, mom and daughter enjoy the time they spend working together — even cracking each other up with silly smiles and shared jokes.
Her first day on the set of the film is also Jordan's first day at school. Fortunately, the school knows she is a professional actress (and Screen Actors Guild member), so she can take her lessons on the set when working. Kimberly's job is not quite as flexible, so she works hard to balance her own career with the demands of being both a mother and an agent.
Episode 4
Jordan and her "posse" — mom and two agents — meet with kid's television producer Tommy Lynch (who was also interviewed for our Extras section) to pitch a show concept for Jordan. Lynch is interested and commits to a script based on their idea. He arranges a meeting for Jordan with executives from Nickelodeon; unfortunately, they elect to pass on Jordan's series.
Later, Jordan prepares for a voice-over audition for an animated series. For the role, she practices her "white girl" voice. The family is forced to wait for over an hour at a crowded Friday audition. Jordan does her best and, satisfied, mother and daughter head home.
Episode 5
Before church on Sunday morning, Jordan gets the news that she didn't land a role she was hoping for in an animated series. Over the years, Kimberly has prepared her daughter for the rejection that is an inescapable part of a showbiz career, so while the news is disappointing, it's not devastating.
That afternoon, Kimberly gets busy in the kitchen, preparing her famous macaroni and cheese to bring to Sunday dinner with her Aunt Florence's family. Far from her Atlanta roots, this family connection is an important one. Later, Kimberly and Jordan visit a photographer and pose for mother-daughter photos.
Episode 6
Kimberly puts daughter Jordan on notice after learning that she's fallen behind in her schoolwork. But today, Jordan will have to study on the set — Kimberly will spend the next few hours working at Paramount representing Li'l Romeo, who is doing a guest spot on a TV series. Home at 9pm, Kimberly is disappointed when she learns that her daughter left a needed book at school and thus can't complete her work.
After a friend submitted her name, Kimberly gets an audition for a pilot for a Fox TV daytime series in which she hopes to become an "urban Martha Stewart." Though she may not be a well-credentialed expert, the show's casting director is impressed with her energy and personality.
Episode 7: Follow-Up
Since the premiere of the series, people on the street have started to recognize Jordan and Kimberly (now known as the "you cute but you ain't that cute" lady). While mom feels that she was accurately portrayed, she recognizes that there is no way a series focusing on show business could encompass the totality of her life and her interests.
Since the series wrapped, Jordan booked a role in Be Cool, the sequel to Get Shorty, starring John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Danny DeVito and Cedric the Entertainer. Kimberly is still working at the agency, waiting to hear back about her "urban Martha Stewart" opportunity.
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