Shows May 2005
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, May 12
Award-winning actor-comedian Martin Short talks about his newest film project, Jimmy Glick in Lalawood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.


















