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Listen to the latest interviews from the show (updated every weekday).

The Tavis Smiley Show from PRI (radio show)
Listen to some of the best segments from Tavis' radio show from PRI. Available every Friday at 12 noon (PST).

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Primetime Specials

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Tavis leaves his studio chair in Los Angeles and goes on the road to examine some of the country's defining moments.

Featured Interview

Patti Smith

Singer, poet and rock icon Patti Smith discusses marrying her poetry with her music.

Take 2 with Tavis

Haiti's Recovery

Tavis reflects on his conversation with Wyclef Jean and discusses the importance of not losing focus on Haiti.

Young Voices Blog

Is Black History Month Still Relevant?

Is it still necessary to designate an entire month to celebrate Black History? Share your thoughts and they may be included in an upcoming video blog.


Small Business Finds Little Relief

It appears that the start of 2010 is bringing with it economic wounds of the past. What problems or solutions aren't being addressed on behalf of American small business owners?


When the Cameras Stop Rolling

Pardon my cynicism, but human tragedy is big business for the news industry. It's not that members of the media don't have hearts. It's rather difficult not to...but while this story has legs for now, they too will be amputated soon enough.

 

Your Voice

"I am very concerned about the situation in Haiti, however I must confess I am concerned with the situation right here in the U.S. I am concerned that at this point in our history are we able to give millions of dollars and our resources when so many in our country are without money."

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