November 2004   
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In our Election Eve Roundtable, Tavis and his guests - Kimberlè Williams Crenshaw, Antonio Gonzalez, Arianna Huffington and Dennis Prager - discuss voter turnout and the bin Laden tape impact.

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Kimberlè Williams Crenshaw, Antonio Gonzalez, Arianna Huffington and Dennis Prager take a look back - and forward - in our Campaign '04 Roundtable.

3

Illinois Senator-elect Barack Obama wants to overcome the bitter partisanship that's been taking place in the U.S. Senate. Musical legend Isaac Hayes discusses his road to success.

4

Los Angeles Times' Michael Kinsley has several theories on what went wrong with the Kerry campaign. HUFF star Hank Azaria reflects on the importance of appreciating each day.

5

Lost Boys of Sudan documentary producer Megan Mylan and one of the "boys," Santino Majok Chuor, explain the backstory. American Dreams' executive producer Jonathan Prince and star Tom Verica discuss the show's popularity.

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The Motorcycle Diaries exec producer Robert Redford and director Walter Salles discuss the globalization of their film and the state of independent filmmaking.

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Celebrated attorney David Boies speculates on the next Supreme Court justice. Educator Dr. Loretta Long shares the amazing story of how she came to be Sesame Street's "Nurse Susan."

10

Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair Sen. Richard Lugar discusses possibilities for Iraq. Sideways star Paul Giamatti reflects on "falling into acting" with a degree from Yale.

11

South Dakota Senator-elect John Thune muses on being referred to as "The Giant Killer." Nonprofit expert Art Taylor explains the importance of verifying whether charities are legit, and actor Rhys Ifans talks about his latest film, Enduring Love.

12

The Brotherhood/Sister Sol's Khary Lazarre-White and Cidra Sebastien discuss the importance of preparing our children to survive in the real world. The Motorcycle Diaries star Gael Garcia Bernal examines political activism on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.

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The Council on Foreign Relations' Dr. Raymond Tanter reflects on U.S. foreign policy, particularly in light of Colin Powell's resignation. Rap artist Nas discusses longevity in hip-hop.

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Times Jerusalem bureau chief Matt Rees speculates on what it will take to achieve peace in the Middle East. Author Tom Wolfe describes how behavior on college campuses has changed over the years.

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Filmmaker Oliver Stone discusses the making of his new movie, Alexander. Musician Lenny Kravitz reflects on being the only African American in rock 'n' roll.

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CNN political analyst Carlos Watson believes George W. Bush is the most talented politician of this decade. Actor-writer William H. Macy says he writes better roles for himself than others.

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Lou Weisbach and Dr. Rick Boxer explain their American Center for Cures initiative. Husband-and-wife entertainers Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. reflect on the challenges of marriage.

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Tavis talks to sports columnist J.A. Adande about Friday night's NBA brawl. Musicians Ben Harper and The Blind Boys of Alabama perform a song from their new CD, "There Will Be A Light."

23

Former President Reagan's daughter Patti Davis discusses her new book, The Long Goodbye. Craig T. Nelson reflects on his eight-year hiatus from acting.

24

Fox Sports commentator James Brown discusses the importance of people skills. Actress and UNICEF Ambassador Alyssa Milano says volunteer work has changed her life.

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Blockbuster-specialist Jerry Bruckheimer critiques the film critics. Photographer Bill Jones says his near-death experience made him a better person.

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Money expert Jean Chatzky tells how to make the most of your charitable donations. The legendary Chaka Kkan explains her love of "standards" and previews her new CD, "ClassiKhan."

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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Diane McWhorter sees the civil rights movement as an American history story. Teen singing sensation Joss Stone says she sings soul music because it is most believable.

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Acclaimed jazz artist Wynton Marsalis discusses his passion for the art form, the new Jazz at Lincoln Center facility and educational programs for young people.

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R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe says he gets adrenaline rushes from performing. Rutgers women's basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer believes you can always find a way to get things done.

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Actor Alan Alda talks about his roles in TV's The West Wing and the new film, The Aviator. Jazz songstress Dianne Reeves says music is like having a good conversation and performs a song from her new holiday CD.

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Olympic gold medalist Joanna Hayes says hardships build character. Musician Henry Rollins discusses his USO visit to the troops in Iraq and his new TV show.

Archives November 2004

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image from Monday, November 1

Monday, November 1

In our Election Eve Roundtable, Tavis and his guests - Kimberlè Williams Crenshaw, Antonio Gonzalez, Arianna Huffington and Dennis Prager - discuss voter turnout and the bin Laden tape impact.


image from Tuesday, November 2

Tuesday, November 2

Kimberlè Williams Crenshaw, Antonio Gonzalez, Arianna Huffington and Dennis Prager take a look back - and forward - in our Campaign '04 Roundtable.


image from Wednesday, November 3

Wednesday, November 3

Illinois Senator-elect Barack Obama wants to overcome the bitter partisanship that's been taking place in the U.S. Senate. Musical legend Isaac Hayes discusses his road to success.


image from Thursday, November 4

Thursday, November 4

Los Angeles Times' Michael Kinsley has several theories on what went wrong with the Kerry campaign. HUFF star Hank Azaria reflects on the importance of appreciating each day.


image from Friday, November 5

Friday, November 5

Lost Boys of Sudan documentary producer Megan Mylan and one of the "boys," Santino Majok Chuor, explain the backstory. American Dreams' executive producer Jonathan Prince and star Tom Verica discuss the show's popularity.


image from Monday, November 8

Monday, November 8

The Motorcycle Diaries exec producer Robert Redford and director Walter Salles discuss the globalization of their film and the state of independent filmmaking.


image from Tuesday, November 9

Tuesday, November 9

Celebrated attorney David Boies speculates on the next Supreme Court justice. Educator Dr. Loretta Long shares the amazing story of how she came to be Sesame Street's "Nurse Susan."


image from Wednesday, November 10

Wednesday, November 10

Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair Sen. Richard Lugar discusses possibilities for Iraq. Sideways star Paul Giamatti reflects on "falling into acting" with a degree from Yale.


image from Thursday, November 11

Thursday, November 11

South Dakota Senator-elect John Thune muses on being referred to as "The Giant Killer." Nonprofit expert Art Taylor explains the importance of verifying whether charities are legit, and actor Rhys Ifans talks about his latest film, Enduring Love.


image from Friday, November 12

Friday, November 12

The Brotherhood/Sister Sol's Khary Lazarre-White and Cidra Sebastien discuss the importance of preparing our children to survive in the real world. The Motorcycle Diaries star Gael Garcia Bernal examines political activism on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.


image from Monday, November 15

Monday, November 15

The Council on Foreign Relations' Dr. Raymond Tanter reflects on U.S. foreign policy, particularly in light of Colin Powell's resignation. Rap artist Nas discusses longevity in hip-hop.


image from Tuesday, November 16

Tuesday, November 16

Times Jerusalem bureau chief Matt Rees speculates on what it will take to achieve peace in the Middle East. Author Tom Wolfe describes how behavior on college campuses has changed over the years.


image from Wednesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 17

Filmmaker Oliver Stone discusses the making of his new movie, Alexander. Musician Lenny Kravitz reflects on being the only African American in rock 'n' roll.


image from Thursday, November 18

Thursday, November 18

CNN political analyst Carlos Watson believes George W. Bush is the most talented politician of this decade. Actor-writer William H. Macy says he writes better roles for himself than others.


image from Friday, November 19

Friday, November 19

Lou Weisbach and Dr. Rick Boxer explain their American Center for Cures initiative. Husband-and-wife entertainers Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. reflect on the challenges of marriage.


image from Monday, November 22

Monday, November 22

Tavis talks to sports columnist J.A. Adande about Friday night's NBA brawl. Musicians Ben Harper and The Blind Boys of Alabama perform a song from their new CD, "There Will Be A Light."


image from Tuesday, November 23

Tuesday, November 23

Former President Reagan's daughter Patti Davis discusses her new book, The Long Goodbye. Craig T. Nelson reflects on his eight-year hiatus from acting.


image from Wednesday, November 24

Wednesday, November 24

Fox Sports commentator James Brown discusses the importance of people skills. Actress and UNICEF Ambassador Alyssa Milano says volunteer work has changed her life.


image from Thursday, November 25

Thursday, November 25

Blockbuster-specialist Jerry Bruckheimer critiques the film critics. Photographer Bill Jones says his near-death experience made him a better person.


image from Friday, November 26

Friday, November 26

Money expert Jean Chatzky tells how to make the most of your charitable donations. The legendary Chaka Kkan explains her love of "standards" and previews her new CD, "ClassiKhan."


image from Monday, November 29

Monday, November 29

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Diane McWhorter sees the civil rights movement as an American history story. Teen singing sensation Joss Stone says she sings soul music because it is most believable.


image from Tuesday, November 30

Tuesday, November 30

Acclaimed jazz artist Wynton Marsalis discusses his passion for the art form, the new Jazz at Lincoln Center facility and educational programs for young people.