April 2004   
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U.S. Senate hopeful Barack Obama talks about his campaign. Jim Belushi shares how he balances family life with his acting career and his music.

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In a rare interview, Wal-Mart President and CEO H. Lee Scott reflects on running one of the largest companies in the world.

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Kevin Spacey, Ryan Gosling and Matthew Ryan Hoge discuss their upcoming film, which looks at the ripple effect of violence on a community, family and friends. David Milch talks about reviving the "western" genre on TV.

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In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Marvin Gaye's death, his daughter, Nona Gaye, and author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson reflect on the life of the legendary singer.

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Memphis police chief James Bolden reflects on the changes in the department since Dr. King's assassination. Edward James Olmos discusses his PBS series, American Family.

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Mario Cuomo weighs in on his party's chances this fall. Bow Wow and Solange Knowles discuss the challenges of being teenagers in show business.

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Rep. Ellen Tauscher analyzes the U.S. military presence in Iraq. ‹ber producer Randy Jackson describes the ultimate "American Idol."

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Journalist Gwen Ifill offers her insight on the current political climate. Musician Flea discusses his passion for music.

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Known for "the seven words you can never say," comedian George Carlin explains the media connection to what he calls America's "social hysteria."

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Jamie Foxx discusses the controversy around the real life character he plays in his new TV movie, Redemption.

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Sen. Jon Corzine dissects the 9/11 commission testimony. Valerie Morris, co-anchor of CNNfn's The Flip Side, talks taxes.

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Foreign relations expert Dr. Raymond Tanter assesses the 9/11 warnings. British actor Paul Bettany ponders his promising film career.

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Talk show host Larry King reflects on his career longevity and shares the passion of his new book, Why I Love Baseball.

15

Rep. Jane Harman discusses redesigning American intelligence and defense. Actor-comedian Kevin Hart describes balancing work for his new TV sitcom and a budding film career.

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The legendary Smokey Robinson talks about his darkest days and actress Kim Delaney reveals how she decides on the roles to take.

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Sen. John McCain critiques the situation in Iraq and the 9/11 panel considerations. Actor David Duchovny explains the challenge of comedic roles.

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Columnist Arianna Huffington says the two-party system needs to be fixed. Actress CCH Pounder shares how she's maintained her identity in Hollywood.

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Former Nixon White House counsel John Dean discusses the assertions in his latest book, Worse Than Watergate: The Secret Presidency of George W. Bush. Actor Dulè Hill shares his love of tap.

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Political analyst Cokie Roberts explores the Nader impact on this year's election. Racecar driver Bill Lester discusses NASCAR's efforts to attract a more diverse audience.

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Clifford May, head of a terrorism policy institute, analyzes the situation in Iraq. Funnyman George Wallace tells why Vegas audiences are so tough.

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Dr. Fareed Zakaria offers his perspective on the interaction of economics and politics. Musician Van Hunt discusses the inspiration for his work and performs a song from his new CD.

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Rep. Loretta Sanchez focuses on the deployment of U.S. troops in Iraq. Actress Constance Marie shares how she happened upon two primetime starring roles.

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Former presidential hopeful Sen. Joe Lieberman examines U.S. foreign policy. Critically acclaimed songstress Rhian Benson reflects on her unusual path to stardom.

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Columnist Clarence Page examines the Bush-Cheney relationship with the 9/11 panel. Author Iyanla Vanzant shares how she copes with tragedy.

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Actor Pierce Brosnan discusses his film choices and what life's like when he's not in front of the camera.

Shows April 2004

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image from Thursday, April 1

Thursday, April 1

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Marvin Gaye's death, his daughter, Nona Gaye, and author Dr. Michael Eric Dyson reflect on the life of the legendary singer.


image from Friday, April 2

Friday, April 2

Memphis police chief James Bolden reflects on the changes in the department since Dr. King's assassination. Edward James Olmos discusses his PBS series, American Family.


image from Monday, April 5

Monday, April 5

Mario Cuomo weighs in on his party's chances this fall. Bow Wow and Solange Knowles discuss the challenges of being teenagers in show business.


image from Tuesday, April 6

Tuesday, April 6

Rep. Ellen Tauscher analyzes the U.S. military presence in Iraq. ‹ber producer Randy Jackson describes the ultimate "American Idol."


image from Wednesday, April 7

Wednesday, April 7

Journalist Gwen Ifill offers her insight on the current political climate. Musician Flea discusses his passion for music.


image from Thursday, April 8

Thursday, April 8

Known for "the seven words you can never say," comedian George Carlin explains the media connection to what he calls America's "social hysteria."


image from Friday, April 9

Friday, April 9

Jamie Foxx discusses the controversy around the real life character he plays in his new TV movie, Redemption.


image from Monday, April 12

Monday, April 12

Sen. Jon Corzine dissects the 9/11 commission testimony. Valerie Morris, co-anchor of CNNfn's The Flip Side, talks taxes.


image from Tuesday, April 13

Tuesday, April 13

Foreign relations expert Dr. Raymond Tanter assesses the 9/11 warnings. British actor Paul Bettany ponders his promising film career.


image from Wednesday, April 14

Wednesday, April 14

Talk show host Larry King reflects on his career longevity and shares the passion of his new book, Why I Love Baseball.


image from Thursday, April 15

Thursday, April 15

Rep. Jane Harman discusses redesigning American intelligence and defense. Actor-comedian Kevin Hart describes balancing work for his new TV sitcom and a budding film career.


image from Friday, April 16

Friday, April 16

The legendary Smokey Robinson talks about his darkest days and actress Kim Delaney reveals how she decides on the roles to take.


image from Monday, April 19

Monday, April 19

Sen. John McCain critiques the situation in Iraq and the 9/11 panel considerations. Actor David Duchovny explains the challenge of comedic roles.


image from Tuesday, April 20

Tuesday, April 20

Columnist Arianna Huffington says the two-party system needs to be fixed. Actress CCH Pounder shares how she's maintained her identity in Hollywood.


image from Wednesday, April 21

Wednesday, April 21

Former Nixon White House counsel John Dean discusses the assertions in his latest book, Worse Than Watergate: The Secret Presidency of George W. Bush. Actor Dulè Hill shares his love of tap.


image from Thursday, April 22

Thursday, April 22

Political analyst Cokie Roberts explores the Nader impact on this year's election. Racecar driver Bill Lester discusses NASCAR's efforts to attract a more diverse audience.


image from Friday, April 23

Friday, April 23

Clifford May, head of a terrorism policy institute, analyzes the situation in Iraq. Funnyman George Wallace tells why Vegas audiences are so tough.


image from Monday, April 26

Monday, April 26

Dr. Fareed Zakaria offers his perspective on the interaction of economics and politics. Musician Van Hunt discusses the inspiration for his work and performs a song from his new CD.


image from Tuesday, April 27

Tuesday, April 27

Rep. Loretta Sanchez focuses on the deployment of U.S. troops in Iraq. Actress Constance Marie shares how she happened upon two primetime starring roles.


image from Wednesday, April 28

Wednesday, April 28

Former presidential hopeful Sen. Joe Lieberman examines U.S. foreign policy. Critically acclaimed songstress Rhian Benson reflects on her unusual path to stardom.


image from Thursday, April 29

Thursday, April 29

Columnist Clarence Page examines the Bush-Cheney relationship with the 9/11 panel. Author Iyanla Vanzant shares how she copes with tragedy.


image from Friday, April 30

Friday, April 30

Actor Pierce Brosnan discusses his film choices and what life's like when he's not in front of the camera.