Don struggles to get the respect from popular advertisers despite the popularity of his show; after her return home to Los Angeles, Simone looks to rekindle her relationship with JT.

Don looks to salvage a performance with The Pointer Sisters despite June flying off the rails after an altercation with her paramour.

A British performer breaks new ground on Soul Train while another guest's antics run amuck on the set. Tessa tries her hand at producing the show and Gerald's secrets are uncovered.