Ep 8. Hip Hop Edition: Scarred Pasts

Hip Hop Edition: Scarred Pasts is the eighth episode of season 14 of the popular reality show, Marriage Boot Camp. The episode revolves around a group of five celebrity couples from the world of hip hop as they continue their journey to mend their broken relationships and find a way to improve their marriages.

The episode opens with the couples getting ready for their next task, which is all about confronting their past traumas. The couples are challenged to dig deep into their past and reveal the emotional scars that have been holding them back from achieving a better, healthier relationship with their partners.

The first couple to take on the challenge is Hazel-E and De'Von. Hazel-E confides in De'Von about the difficult childhood she had, which included being abandoned by her mother and living on the street. De'Von also opens up about his own past experiences with abandonment and neglect, and the two are able to connect on a deeper level.

Meanwhile, Kurupt and Toni are struggling to find common ground. Kurupt is still struggling with his addiction to alcohol, and Toni is at her wits' end trying to help him. The couple's therapy sessions take a dramatic turn when Kurupt finally confesses to cheating on Toni in the past, leaving her devastated.

Next, O.G. and Shanda take on the challenge to confront their past traumas. O.G. shares his intense experiences growing up in the streets of Compton, while Shanda opens up about her struggles with self-esteem and how it has affected her marriage with O.G. The two are able to heal and connect, and Shanda gains a newfound sense of confidence.

The fourth couple, Phaedra and Medina, continue to have communication issues. The two attempt to work through their problems, but Phaedra's tendency to blame Medina for everything becomes a roadblock in their progress.

Finally, Willie and Shanda take on the challenge to confront their pasts. Willie reveals that he was abused by his father and stepfather as a child, which has led to his rigid and controlling nature in his relationships. Shanda, in turn, opens up about her previous relationships and how they have led to her trust issues in her marriage with Willie.

As the couples continue to work through their issues, tensions rise and emotions run high. Tempers flare as the couples are pushed to their limits and forced to confront the painful scars of their pasts.

Overall, Hip Hop Edition: Scarred Pasts is an emotional rollercoaster of an episode that is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The episode is a testament to the power of therapy and the importance of confronting one's past in order to move forward and build healthier relationships.