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The Best Episodes of Ziwe Season 1

Every episode of Ziwe Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Ziwe Season 1!

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This variety series from writer, comedian and internet sensation, Ziwe is a no-holds-barred mix of musical numbers, interviews and sketches that challenge America's discomfort with race, politics, & other cultural issues.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Ziwe Season 1 Episode 2 - Beauty Standards
    7.6/10(87 votes)

    S1:E2

    Ziwe ponders societal beauty standards with interview guest Eboni K. Williams and makes a visit to a plastic surgeon. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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  2. Ziwe Season 1 Episode 4 - Allyship
    7.6/10(79 votes)

    S1:E4

    Ziwe discusses allyship with interview guest Phoebe Bridgers and hosts a game show to crown the ‘wokest’ ally. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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  3. Ziwe Season 1 Episode 6 - Whitewashing
    7.4/10(74 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ziwe investigates whitewashing in Hollywood with interview guest Adam Pally and showcases the trailer for her biopic. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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  4. Ziwe Season 1 Episode 1 - 55%
    7.2/10(134 votes)

    S1:E1

    Ziwe discusses the phenomenon of white women with interview guest Fran Lebowitz and hosts a focus group for real women named ‘Karen’. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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  5. Ziwe Season 1 Episode 5 - Immigration
    7.2/10(62 votes)

    S1:E5

    Ziwe contemplates immigration in America with interview guest Julio Torres. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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  6. Ziwe Season 1 Episode 3 - Wealth Hoarders
    6.4/10(104 votes)

    S1:E3

    Ziwe explores the dilemma of wealth hoarding with interview guests Bowen Yang and Patti Harrison and begins her campaign for New York City mayor. Musical guest: Ziwe.

    Directors:Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson
    Writers:Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Beauty Standards" is the best rated episode of "Ziwe" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 87 votes. Directed by Lizzy Born, Quinn Wilson and written by Jamund Washington, Michelle Davis, Ziwe, Jordan Mendoza, Cole Escola, it aired on 5/16/2021. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Allyship".