Jenks begins his journey, meeting Chad, Kaylin and D-Real for the first time. Chad has autism, Kaylin has cancer, and D-Real is dealing with the recent murder of his brother, but all three of them inspire Jenks by their refusal to give in. CHAD After surprising Chad, a 21-year-old with autism who was a featured subject on WORLD OF JENKS: Season 1, the guys head off to Chad's favorite neighborhood spot: The Castle Fun Center, a place with miniature golf, go-carts and video games. En route, Chad says that he's extremely anxious about the near future, when he'll graduate from school and need to find a job for the first time. Chad and Jenks pay a visit to the home of Chad's girlfriend, Amanda, who is also developmentally disabled. Jenks observes the dynamics of their sweet and caring relationship while learning that Amanda doesn't consider herself to be a disabled person. On their way back to Chad's, Jenks announces that he would like to sleep in Chad's room tonight. Since Chad was four-years-old, he has slept on a blow-up mattress in his parents' bedroom each night. Having the same routine is a huge part of Chad's autism. He sleeps with some of his most precious possessions (photos, DVD's, papers) in large stacks lined up next to his bed. Ultimately, Chad does not allow Jenks to sleep over on this first night. Jenks returns to the hotel determined to help Chad move into his own room as part of Chad's expressed desire to gain more independence. KAYLIN Jenks meets Kaylin, a 25-year-old fashion designer and writer living in San Francisco, CA who is living with cancer. Jenks found Kaylin through her blog, Cancer is Hilarious (http://cancerisnotfunny.blogspot.com/). She has used humor and openly shared her story as a means of coping with her illness and now, with the cancer under control, she plans to move to New York City and pursue a career in the fashion industry. Before Jenks met Kaylin, she underwent a routine scan that showed spots on her lungs th

Jenks and his younger brother, Matt, are working out together at a gym. Matt gives Jenks a hard time about being out of shape. Jenks is grateful for his time with Matt because he doesn't get to see him much these days. CHAD It's Chad's senior prom. His girlfriend, Amanda, will be his date and he debates whether or not to kiss her. This would be Chad's first kiss. After picking out their tuxes, getting a haircut, and shaving, Chad and Jenks get dressed and discuss Chad's anxiety about prom. Since childhood, he's used a 'calming stick' that helps settle his nerves. Dressed, now calmer, and pumped for the night, Chad and Jenks head to prom in a stretch limo. On the way to Amanda's, Jenks and Chad make up a song about the upcoming night. They pick up Amanda at her house and surprise her with what will be her first ride in a limo. During their ride to prom, Chad's anxieties take over. He becomes obsessive about taking pictures and being late. Amanda and Jenks attempt to calm him down, but nothing helps. Still anxious, Chad rushes into prom. Jenks steps outside for a minute to collect himself after the intense limo ride. Chad eventually relaxes after speaking with Jenks, and ends up having a great time. The night ends with a slow dance and Chad's first kiss. D-REAL While hanging out with D-Real and Keona, Jenks notices that both D-Real and baby Dom wear the same necklace that reads "I II Dom". D-Real explains that he always planned to name his son after his younger brother, but then got the necklace after his brother's murder because it was too painful to even speak Dom's name. Later, D-Real explains that Dom made him promise that he would never avenge his death if Dom died in the streets, and would instead focus on raising his son. He vows never to return to the streets and to honor his brother's memory. In an effort to do something positive for the community, D-Real wants to setup dance battles across Oakland to encourage non-violence. His first eve

The episode begins with Jenks on his way to see Chad. In the car, Jenks talks with producer Kassie about growing up near Chad and Jenks' less than stellar dating history in high school. CHAD Only a week away from graduation, Jenks joins Chad for one of his last days at Westchester Exceptional Children's School. While there, Chad struggles and complains throughout his least favorite class: gym. Later, one of his teachers, Sylvia, explains to Jenks that while Chad is extraordinarily bright when it comes to maps and geography, he still struggles to read and write. While school has been tremendously beneficial to his development, it is apparent that Chad must continue to work on life skills such as buttoning his own shirt and tying his own shoes. During a counseling session, the reality of having to leave school and change his routine after graduation begins to hit home for Chad, and he talks about the anxiety he's feeling. In the car on their way home, Jenks opens up to Chad about his own issues with anxiety. In a flashback, Jenks tells Kassie about his own struggles and explains that his family, especially his mom, helped him through. He hopes that by being there for Chad and opening up to him it will help Chad know he's not alone. To calm his stress and anxiety, Chad takes Jenks to a local park he often goes to when he needs to relax. Walking near a stream, Chad explains that water always helps to calm him. Jenks talks to him about understanding how important his routine is and Chad says that Jenks is "getting it now." D-REAL While learning how to change baby Dom's diaper, Jenks talks with D-Real and Keona about their relationship. They have a child together, live in the same house, and sleep in the same bed, but are 'just friends'. Jenks meets the rest of D-Real's family members during a dinner at D-Real's mother's house. His mom Paris, brothers, Ray Ray and Nevin, and sister, Nikia, talk about what D-Real was like growing up. Paris calls

The episode begins with a montage of Jenks's college speaking engagements before filming began on WORLD OF JENKS: Season 2. During these appearances, Jenks talked about his first two documentaries, ROOM 335 and THE ZEN OF BOBBY V, and how he got to be on MTV. Jenks plans to use these experiences of speaking in public to help Chad, who must deliver a speech at his graduation ceremony. CHAD Chad's teacher reminds him that he must deliver a speech during graduation. He's not thrilled about it, saying that he doesn't believe in speeches, but goes along and enlists Jenks' help in writing it. The night before graduation, Jenks talks with Chad's parents, Mike and Sheri, about what life will be like for Chad after graduation. They are sad about him leaving school, but excited for the future. That night, Chad allows Jenks to stay over and film his nighttime routine which consists of Mike brushing his teeth and Chad organizing stacks of photos and DVD's next to the air mattress that he sleeps on in his parent's room. The morning of graduation, Chad is still rehearsing his speech with Jenks. Just before the ceremony begins, Chad's emotions and anxiety begin to take over. He's unsure whether or not he can go through with the speech. During the ceremony, Chad is given the school spirit award. He begrudgingly accepts before having to deliver his speech. He's nervous at the start but, after getting a laugh from the crowd, Chad is able to relax and finish with confidence. His anxiety about graduating now gone, Chad explains how happy he is. KAYLIN The first image of Kaylin in New York comes footage from shot by her personal camera as she films the view outside her apartment window and talks about how excited and grateful she is to finally be living in New York. Not wasting any time, Kaylin immediately begins looking for work in the fashion industry. After applying for several retail jobs, her first real prospect is with a talent agency for design professiona

D-REAL D-Real and the Turf Feinz give Jenks a new nickname, Whoa-J (derived from World of Jenks). Jenks likes this nickname much more than his old one, The Gentle Giant, which was given to him in elementary school because he was much taller than the other kids. D-Real gets a call from renowned choreographer, Flii Stylz (Usher, Chris Brown, J Lo) asking if he and the Turf Feinz will come to Los Angeles and meet him. The guys and Jenks fly out the next morning and Flii tells the Turfs that he saw their videos online and want to work with them. Afterwards they all go out to a dance club. The next morning on their drive to rehearse with Flii, D-Real tells Jenks that he has trouble accepting the peaceful vibe of the LA neighborhoods they're in. D-Real's gotten so used to Oakland's violence that it's easier for him to relate to death than to a smile. Then the Turf Feinz rehearse with Flii. They've never done choreography, which presents challenges, but Flii believes that they can learn. At the end of rehearsal, Flii informs the Turf Feinz that he's set up an interview for them at KIIS FM in LA. Jenks wonders how they will handle such big changes in their lives. CHAD In celebration of his graduation, Jenks takes Chad to the beach, which is his favorite place on earth. Chad and his parents visit Occupations, his new post-school work program, and discuss employment opportunities for Chad. They tour the Occupations' warehouse, which employs special-needs individuals for assembly-line type jobs. Chad is not interested and would rather work in a "real place." "I want to work with normal people. I don't want to be with people with disabilities. I just want to be me and pretend I'm normal and stuff." -Chad Chad later meets with a job counselor, Sean, who will coach him through interviews and assist him in finding suitable work. Chad goes on an interview and try-out at a grocery story, Price Chopper, but he has trouble focusing on the tasks he's gi

CHAD Chad and Amanda have a date at the Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary but moments before Amanda arrives, Chad tells Jenks that he might want to break up with her. He doesn't appreciate Amanda's affection for "Justin Beaver" and her general "immaturity." He enlists Jenks' help in approaching Amanda with his concerns. After some hesitation and stammering, Chad politely describes his frustrations to Amanda who reacts graciously. Chad and Amanda are able to work out their problems without any lingering tension. They all enjoy the rest of the day at the farm. Back in Middletown, Chad's job coach from Occupations, Sean, has set up an interview for Chad at Alfonso's, a local pizzeria. Chad's anxieties are present, but he manages to charm and impress Alfonso and secures a trial run of the job. KAYLIN After sending an impassioned application letter to her favorite fashion designer, Rachel Antonoff, Kaylin receives a call from Rachel's office about a potential opportunity working with the company. After an interview with Rachel, Kaylin is offered an internship position. During a day at her new internship, Kaylin and Rachel hold a fitting for author Sophie Flack. They assist her in selecting designs that will be worn at various appearances associated with Sophie's upcoming book release. Following the fitting, Kaylin and Jenks hit the streets of NYC in search of fabric samples. At a café in Brooklyn, Jenks and Kaylin discuss how Kaylin's past cancer treatment impacts her current physical condition. While Kaylin could have let that reality limit her options, instead she decided to pursue her dream of being part of the New York fashion scene. Jenks talks about how she never complains. He thinks he would wallow in self-pity if he was in her position but she says he wouldn't. He would pick himself up and move on. Jenks tells us that every time he talks with Kaylin he feels like he learns something. Later, they go to her friend's Trunk Show and Kaylin netw

CHAD Jenks explains that obsessive behavior is a part of Chad's autism, and that Chad's food fixation is making him gain weight. Jenks sits down with Chad's mother, Sheri, to discuss the reasons for Chad's weight gain and Sheri talks openly about her own struggles with this issue. Soon after, Chad has a doctor's appointment, and the doctor tells him and his family that Chad has diabetes. But if Chad can adjust his diet, increase his exercise, and lose weight, it is possible that the condition will subside. Later that evening, Chad's anxieties about his diagnosis push him to his emotional limits. To help his mood, Jenks stages a cooking show ("Cooking with Lorenzo") in Chad's kitchen as a way to encourage Chad to eat food that's better for him. D-REAL At a dance battle, a fight breaks out between Chonkie and members of a rival dance group. D-Real helps to diffuse the tension, but then gets into an altercation with a security guard and ends up threatening to shoot him. After reviewing footage from the event, Jenks confronts D-Real and Chonkie about their behavior. After debating what was actually said, D-Real explains that growing up in Oakland has shaped him in ways that aren't easy to control. He admits that he may have begun his journey as an advocate of non-violence before he was really ready. After their talk, Jenks understands D-Real's position more. He points out the stress D-Real has been dealing with over the loss of his brother and notes that it must take a lot of self-control to not erupt in anger when something so awful has happened to you. Later, D-Real and the Turf Feinz go to speak at a juvenile detention center and D-Real encourages the kids there to find another path away from the violence that's destroying their lives. KAYLIN As part of her continuing cancer treatment, Kaylin must return to San Francisco for a routine scan. It's always a frightening experience that could mean life-or-death news. After the scan, she takes

CHAD In an effort to help Chad lose weight, Jenks wants to take him to the gym. While Chad would rather "die and rot in hell," he goes anyway. After a failed attempt at the treadmill and refusing to try free-weights, Chad finds success on the stationary bike. Chad, Jenks, and Chad's job coach, Sean, return to Alfonso's for a trial run at Chad's potential job. Alfonso puts Chad immediately to work: making garlic knots, folding pizza boxes, and stocking supplies. Chad quickly impresses the staff with his skills and charm. Alfonso offers Chad a job, which he excitedly accepts. Later, Jenks goes grocery shopping with Sheri, Chad's mother. She explains that she and Chad's father have adjusted their eating habits to help curb Chad's diabetes. She then reveals that the family is planning to move into a new apartment in a nearby town, but they haven't told Chad yet. Jenks worries because Chad doesn't do well when his routine is changed. Back at the house, Chad becomes very angry upon learning about the move. While arguing with his parents, Chad threatens to move into a group home. As a way to ease Chad's anxiety about moving, Jenks decides to introduce Chad to his own family. Since Jenks moved a lot during his childhood, he hopes that they might be able to offer Chad some comforting advice. Before leaving, Chad changes his mind about making the trip, which results in an argument with Jenks. After resolving Chad's "first fight with a friend," Chad and Jenks drive to meet Jenks' family. Jenks' parents, Bruce and Nancy, and his brother Matt are able to comfort Chad while sharing their own experiences about moving. KAYLIN Not well enough to film with Jenks and his crew, Kaylin films herself in her Brooklyn apartment. She expresses her frustration at constantly being in pain and not being able to enjoy a normal life like her peers. A few days later she is feeling better and meets up with Jenks at the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, where she talks about tryin

The Turf Feinz open for Mac Miller; Kaylin faces disaster; Chad struggles with the idea of leaving home.

Chad moves into his new home; Kaylin's clothes make it to the runway; D-Real organizes a dance battle.