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Ray Lines, founder of CleanFlicks, says "sanitizing" DVDs is a win-win for movie fans and Hollywood. Daytime's Y&R star, actor Eric Braeden, gives his only interview before leaving for a special trip to Auschwitz, Poland.

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Economist and Why Unions Matter author Michael Yates examines the state of labor unions in the U.S. Filmmakers John Singleton and Craig Brewer discuss their new feature, Hustle & Flow - the talk of this year's Sundance Festival.

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Journalist Bob Herbert discusses his new book, Promises Betrayed: Waking Up from the American Dream. Motown R&B artist Kem reflects on the power of redemption.

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In a panel discussion on issues raised in the Oscar-nominated film Crash, Tavis talks with actor Don Cheadle, director Paul Haggis, Rep. Maxine Waters and activist Danny Bakewell.

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In the second panel discussion on Crash's study of L.A. race relations, Tavis talks to actors Matt Dillon, Terrence Howard and Ludacris plus civil rights attorney Connie Rice.

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Sen. Chuck Hagel, a likely GOP presidential candidate in '08, urges talks on the filibuster fight. In a special performance, India.Arie shows why she's one of the standard-bearers of neoclassical soul music.

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Victor Rivas Rivers encourages men to take a role in ending domestic violence. Actress-turned-filmmaker and music lover Rosanna Arquette previews All We Are Saying, her new documentary on musicians.

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Former State Department senior advisor David Phillips assesses U.S. efforts in post-war Iraq. Actress Tracee Ellis Ross reflects on the many hues of African American images.

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Award-winning actor-comedian Martin Short talks about his newest film project, Jimmy Glick in Lalawood.

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Actor-director Henry Winkler discusses his education struggle with dyslexia. Best-selling author Anne Lamott reflects on living through grief, struggle and triumph.

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Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds talks about his friend Ossie Davis, what he learned from his near-death experience and surviving the ups and downs of his career.

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Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee describes the impact of Type II diabetes on his lifestyle and discusses his campaign on obesity. NCIS star Mark Harmon reflects on his journey from the football field to Hollywood.

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The Army's top recruiter, Maj. Gen. Michael Rochelle, says re-instituting the draft would not help the quality of the military. Actress Janel Moloney reflects on her show business heritage.

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Author Patricia Raybon says prayer is an art, not a skill. Actor Ted Danson explains how the Showtime movie, Our Fathers, uses real events in examining the Roman Catholic Church sexual abuse scandal.

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Legendary children's producers Sid & Marty Krofft reflect on the early years and tell the stories behind their characters. Mystery novelist Michael Connelly explains how witnessing a crime led to his writing career.

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Political analyst David Ayón discusses the controversial comments of Mexican President Vicente Fox. Nobel Laureate and retired South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu reflects on the new Pope, HIV/AIDS and his battle with prostate cancer.

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Ethical investment pioneer Amy Domini explains why such investing is important. Lost star Matthew Fox speculates on how his hit show connects with viewers.

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Human rights activist Karen Narasaki discusses the disparity in roles for Asian Americans on network TV. Country singer Shelby Lynne reflects on her interesting route to success and performs a song from her new CD.

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Two outstanding members of USA Today's ‘05 All-USA High School Academic Team, Theo Milonopoulos and Rachel Rizal,explain how they discovered their passion. Hip-hop pioneer and actor Heavy D tells why he made a lifestyle change.

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Dr. Neil Clark Warren, founder of eHarmony.com, talks about developing healthy relationships. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Joan of Arcadia star Amber Tamblyn reflects on what acting allows her to do.

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Tavis talks to celebrated actor-director Maximilian Schell and to legendary musician Oscar Brown, Jr., in a repeat of his last televised interview, which also features his performance of "People of Soul."

Shows May 2005

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image from Monday, May 2

Monday, May 2

Ray Lines, founder of CleanFlicks, says "sanitizing" DVDs is a win-win for movie fans and Hollywood. Daytime's Y&R star, actor Eric Braeden, gives his only interview before leaving for a special trip to Auschwitz, Poland.


image from Tuesday, May 3

Tuesday, May 3

Economist and Why Unions Matter author Michael Yates examines the state of labor unions in the U.S. Filmmakers John Singleton and Craig Brewer discuss their new feature, Hustle & Flow - the talk of this year's Sundance Festival.


image from Wednesday, May 4

Wednesday, May 4

Journalist Bob Herbert discusses his new book, Promises Betrayed: Waking Up from the American Dream. Motown R&B artist Kem reflects on the power of redemption.


image from Thursday, May 5

Thursday, May 5

In a panel discussion on issues raised in the Oscar-nominated film Crash, Tavis talks with actor Don Cheadle, director Paul Haggis, Rep. Maxine Waters and activist Danny Bakewell.


image from Friday, May 6

Friday, May 6

In the second panel discussion on Crash's study of L.A. race relations, Tavis talks to actors Matt Dillon, Terrence Howard and Ludacris plus civil rights attorney Connie Rice.


image from Monday, May 9

Monday, May 9

Sen. Chuck Hagel, a likely GOP presidential candidate in '08, urges talks on the filibuster fight. In a special performance, India.Arie shows why she's one of the standard-bearers of neoclassical soul music.


image from Tuesday, May 10

Tuesday, May 10

Victor Rivas Rivers encourages men to take a role in ending domestic violence. Actress-turned-filmmaker and music lover Rosanna Arquette previews All We Are Saying, her new documentary on musicians.


image from Wednesday, May 11

Wednesday, May 11

Former State Department senior advisor David Phillips assesses U.S. efforts in post-war Iraq. Actress Tracee Ellis Ross reflects on the many hues of African American images.


image from Thursday, May 12

Thursday, May 12

Award-winning actor-comedian Martin Short talks about his newest film project, Jimmy Glick in Lalawood.


image from Friday, May 13

Friday, May 13

Actor-director Henry Winkler discusses his education struggle with dyslexia. Best-selling author Anne Lamott reflects on living through grief, struggle and triumph.


image from Monday, May 16

Monday, May 16

Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds talks about his friend Ossie Davis, what he learned from his near-death experience and surviving the ups and downs of his career.


image from Tuesday, May 17

Tuesday, May 17

Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee describes the impact of Type II diabetes on his lifestyle and discusses his campaign on obesity. NCIS star Mark Harmon reflects on his journey from the football field to Hollywood.


image from Wednesday, May 18

Wednesday, May 18

The Army's top recruiter, Maj. Gen. Michael Rochelle, says re-instituting the draft would not help the quality of the military. Actress Janel Moloney reflects on her show business heritage.


image from Thursday, May 19

Thursday, May 19

Author Patricia Raybon says prayer is an art, not a skill. Actor Ted Danson explains how the Showtime movie, Our Fathers, uses real events in examining the Roman Catholic Church sexual abuse scandal.


image from Friday, May 20

Friday, May 20

Legendary children's producers Sid & Marty Krofft reflect on the early years and tell the stories behind their characters. Mystery novelist Michael Connelly explains how witnessing a crime led to his writing career.


image from Monday, May 23

Monday, May 23

Political analyst David Ayón discusses the controversial comments of Mexican President Vicente Fox. Nobel Laureate and retired South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu reflects on the new Pope, HIV/AIDS and his battle with prostate cancer.


image from Tuesday, May 24

Tuesday, May 24

Ethical investment pioneer Amy Domini explains why such investing is important. Lost star Matthew Fox speculates on how his hit show connects with viewers.


image from Wednesday, May 25

Wednesday, May 25

Human rights activist Karen Narasaki discusses the disparity in roles for Asian Americans on network TV. Country singer Shelby Lynne reflects on her interesting route to success and performs a song from her new CD.