July 2005   
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Connecticut Rep. Christopher Shays previews President Bush's speech marking the one-year anniversary of returning sovereignty to the Iraqis. Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington explores his ancestral roots.

28

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough says the U.S. is a work in progress. Writer Joyce Carol Oates wants her work to stand on its own, without gender.

29

Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh reacts to President Bush's address. Fantastic Four and Nip/Tuck star Julian McMahan is making his mark in show biz.

30

Former U.S. Army Secretary Clifford Alexander explains how the Army can solve its recruiting woes. PolicyLink founder Angela Blackwell describes the intersection of race and class in health care.

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Bewitched and Cinderella Man producer Penny Marshall reflects on being in a show biz family and says Hollywood turns out so many remakes because it's afraid of original thought.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Steve Hahn describes the political activism of African American slaves. International singing star Nikka Costa reflects on her original style and gives a special performance.

5

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

6

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.

7

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.

8

Former GE CEO Jack Welch describes what makes "winning" companies. Singer-songwriter Tori Amos says motherhood has changed everything for her.

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Newsweek's Michael Isikoff offers insight into his exclusive piece on Karl Rove and the CIA leak case. NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning discusses his on-going battle with kidney disease.

12

Celebrated author Terry McMillan discusses her latest literary outing, The Interruption of Everything. British actor and Dark Waters star Tim Roth reflects on the terrorist attacks in London.

13

Legendary civil rights-era journalist Karl Fleming says he learned "real bravery" from activists in Birmingham, AL. Singer Amerie reflects on her biracial heritage.

14

Cultural critic Bakari Kitwana explains the backstory of his new book, Why White Kids Love Hip Hop. Veteran film composer Danny Elfman describes the influence of his time in West Africa on his music.

15

Six Feet Under creator Alan Ball gives insider scoop on the show's final season. Jazz vocal improviser RaË™l Midón shares how being blind affects his music and performs "State of Mind," from his debut CD.

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Political analyst Lawrence O'Donnell, the first to publicly tie Karl Rove to the CIA leak case, weighs in on the latest developments. Wedding Crashers star Jane Seymour reflects on becoming an American citizen.

19

Professor Anita Hill weighs in on the looming battle over the new Supreme Court nominee. Terrence Howard and Taryn Manning discuss the underlying motivation of their characters in the new film, Hustle & Flow.

20

Political analyst Sherry Bebitch Jeffe examines the nomination of John Roberts to the Supreme Court. Author Jared Diamond discusses what our society can learn from the collapse of great civilizations of the past.

21

Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton, star of the Bad News Bears remake, reflects on being dismissed by people and rising above assumptions that "all Southerners are slow."

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Time magazine's Christopher John Farley discusses the current state of the music business. TLC's T-Boz and Chilli consider life without their "sister."

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Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright discusses the war on terror and U.S. foreign policy. Multi-talented Nick Cannon says he wants to affect culture, not just community.

26

Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions discusses the upcoming confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee John Roberts. Oscar-winner Tim Robbins explains his play-turned-TV movie, Embedded - a reaction to the war in Iraq.

27

Attorney Fred McClure critiques the views of his friend and former colleague, Supreme Court nominee John Roberts. The Island's star Djimon Honsou reflects on his treatment by African Americans in the U.S.

28

Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry discusses her mixed-race upbringing, Emmy nods and future projects. Attorney Jeanne Finberg explains Medicaid and the new prescription drug benefit.

29

Basketball legend John Wooden says everyone is a leader to someone. Musician Alanis Morissette reflects on the evolution of her voice and performs a song from her new CD, "Jagged Little Pill Acoustic."

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Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. reviews the Voting Rights Act. Erica and Tina Campbell, also known as the Grammy-winning gospel duo Mary Mary, discuss the making of their new CD.

2

Freakanomics authors Steve Levitt & Stephen Dubner discuss a new way of looking at the modern world. Author Bebe Moore Campbell explains the stigma of mental illness in the African American community.

3

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson weighs in on Dr. Bill Cosby's controversial comments on parenting. Author Anne Bailey explains the history of the denigration of women.

4

Celebrated author Terry McMillan discusses her latest literary outing, The Interruption of Everything. British actor and Dark Waters star Tim Roth reflects on the terrorist attacks in London.

5

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.

Shows July 2005

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image from Friday, July 1

Friday, July 1

Bewitched and Cinderella Man producer Penny Marshall reflects on being in a show biz family and says Hollywood turns out so many remakes because it's afraid of original thought.


image from Monday, July 4

Monday, July 4

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Steve Hahn describes the political activism of African American slaves. International singing star Nikka Costa reflects on her original style and gives a special performance.


image from Tuesday, July 5

Tuesday, July 5

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, July 6

Wednesday, July 6

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, July 7

Thursday, July 7

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 Friday, July 8

Friday, July 8

Former GE CEO Jack Welch describes what makes "winning" companies. Singer-songwriter Tori Amos says motherhood has changed everything for her.


image from Monday, July 11

Monday, July 11

Newsweek's Michael Isikoff offers insight into his exclusive piece on Karl Rove and the CIA leak case. NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning discusses his on-going battle with kidney disease.


image from Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday, July 12

Celebrated author Terry McMillan discusses her latest literary outing, The Interruption of Everything. British actor and Dark Waters star Tim Roth reflects on the terrorist attacks in London.


image from Wednesday, July 13

Wednesday, July 13

Legendary civil rights-era journalist Karl Fleming says he learned "real bravery" from activists in Birmingham, AL. Singer Amerie reflects on her biracial heritage.


image from Thursday, July 14

Thursday, July 14

Cultural critic Bakari Kitwana explains the backstory of his new book, Why White Kids Love Hip Hop. Veteran film composer Danny Elfman describes the influence of his time in West Africa on his music.


image from Friday, July 15

Friday, July 15

Six Feet Under creator Alan Ball gives insider scoop on the show's final season. Jazz vocal improviser Ra˙l Midón shares how being blind affects his music and performs "State of Mind," from his debut CD.


image from Monday, July 18

Monday, July 18

Political analyst Lawrence O'Donnell, the first to publicly tie Karl Rove to the CIA leak case, weighs in on the latest developments. Wedding Crashers star Jane Seymour reflects on becoming an American citizen.


image from Tuesday, July 19

Tuesday, July 19

Professor Anita Hill weighs in on the looming battle over the new Supreme Court nominee. Terrence Howard and Taryn Manning discuss the underlying motivation of their characters in the new film, Hustle & Flow.


image from Wednesday, July 20

Wednesday, July 20

Political analyst Sherry Bebitch Jeffe examines the nomination of John Roberts to the Supreme Court. Author Jared Diamond discusses what our society can learn from the collapse of great civilizations of the past.


image from Thursday, July 21

Thursday, July 21

Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton, star of the Bad News Bears remake, reflects on being dismissed by people and rising above assumptions that "all Southerners are slow."


image from Friday, July 22

Friday, July 22

Time magazine's Christopher John Farley discusses the current state of the music business. TLC's T-Boz and Chilli consider life without their "sister."


image from Monday, July 25

Monday, July 25

Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright discusses the war on terror and U.S. foreign policy. Multi-talented Nick Cannon says he wants to affect culture, not just community.


image from Tuesday, July 26

Tuesday, July 26

Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions discusses the upcoming confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee John Roberts. Oscar-winner Tim Robbins explains his play-turned-TV movie, Embedded - a reaction to the war in Iraq.


image from Wednesday, July 27

Wednesday, July 27

Attorney Fred McClure critiques the views of his friend and former colleague, Supreme Court nominee John Roberts. The Island's star Djimon Honsou reflects on his treatment by African Americans in the U.S.


image from Thursday, July 28

Thursday, July 28

Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry discusses her mixed-race upbringing, Emmy nods and future projects. Attorney Jeanne Finberg explains Medicaid and the new prescription drug benefit.


image from Friday, July 29

Friday, July 29

Basketball legend John Wooden says everyone is a leader to someone. Musician Alanis Morissette reflects on the evolution of her voice and performs a song from her new CD, "Jagged Little Pill Acoustic."