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Cliff enjoys being in the studio for a radio concert featuring Latin jazz artists Mario Bauza and Willie Colon.

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You Can't Stop the Music

While Rudy copes with adolescence, Cliff and Clair learn they may be named legal guardians for the twins.

Rudy's Retreat

Clair and her college friends reminisce while planning a testimonial for a retiring professor; Cliff gets a make-over.

Clair's Reunion

Theo makes a decision about his future; Olivia and Marlon (Aaron Beener) interview Cliff for a school assignment.

Cliff and Theo Come Clean

Sondra and Elvin's (Geoffrey Owens) housewarming party falls through, and Vanessa breaks up with Dabnis (William Thomas Jr.).

Cliff Gets Jilted

Sondra, Elvin (Geoffrey Owens) and the twins move into their own home, much to the delight of Cliff and Clair.

The Getaway

Rudy and Pam (Erika Alexander) take advantage of Cliff's being left in charge of the refrigerator while Clair is away.

Eat, Drink and Be Wary

Rudy demands proof from Kenny (Deon Richmond) that he has a girlfriend (Gabrielle Carmouche); Pam subs for Cliff's office assistant.

Bring Me the Lip Gloss of Deidre Arpelle

Pam and her friends organize a protest after finding grocery prices higher than usual in her old neighborhood.

The Price Is Wrong

Theo is offered a high-paying job with a large West Coast firm when he attends a corporate party.

Theo's Future

Clair's new room is off limits to everyone, especially when she is in it; Cliff gets out the Christmas lights.

Clair's Place

Breaking up is the activity of the day, as Rudy splits from Stanley (Merlin Santana) and Vanessa leaves Dabnis (William Thomas Jr.).

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