December 2005   
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CNBC's personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson discusses the consumer debt problem in America. Actor Oded Fehr talks about his role in Showtime's new miniseries, Sleeper Cell.

29

From San Quentin's death row, former gang leader Stanley Tookie Williams talks about his murder conviction, what makes life behind bars livable, his clemency petition and whether he fears execution.

30

Director Ron Howard reflects on making Cinderella Man and finding his niche in the entertainment business.

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On the 50th anniversary of the Montgomery bus boycott, Tavis talks to Rev. Joseph Lowery, Rep. John Lewis and Johnnie Carr.

2

In part 2 of his panel discussion in Montgomery, Al, Tavis talks to Rev. Joseph Lowery, Rep. John Lewis and the city's mayor, Bobby Bright.

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Tavis talks with Warren Riley, the newly appointed Police Superintendent in New Orleans, and revisits his conversation with actor John Travolta.

6

Tavis talks with immigrant rights advocate Angelica Salas about President Bush's proposed immigration policy and revisits his conversation with actress Halle Berry.

7

Tavis talks with California Rep. Ellen Tauscher about her recent trip to Iraq and revisits his conversation with actor Burt Reynolds.

8

Tavis gets an update on New Orleans reconstruction efforts from Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu and revisits his conversation with actress Laura Linney.

9

Tavis talks with former White House counter-terrorism advisor Richard Clarke and revisits his conversation with actor Laurence Fishburne.

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Mike Farrell weighs in on the Stanley Tookie Williams death penalty case. Michelle Yeoh discusses choosing roles that show Asian women as they really are and not just stereotypes.

13

Yvon Chouinard, CEO of the inspirational clothing goods company Patagonia, expresses his concern for the planet's future. Grammy-winning singer Faith Evans reflects on her new start.

14

Texas Rep. Kay Granger weighs in on the historic elections in Iraq. Actor Craig T. Nelson talks about learning sign language for his new film and Tavis pays a final tribute to groundbreaking comedian Richard Pryor.

15

Oscar- and Emmy-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones talks about typecasting in the industry and what it was like to direct himself in the new film, The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada.

16

Best-selling author Anne Rice shares the backstory of the change of direction in her new novel, Christ the Lord. The Center for Community Change exec director, Deepak Bhargava, examines the health care system.

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California Sen. Barbara Boxer weighs in on the federal wiretapping controversy. Actress Peri Gilpin explains the inspiration for the Lifetime telepic, For the Love of a Child. And Tavis pays tribute to actor John Spencer.

20

Hall of Fame NFL coach Don Shula talks about the Colts failed bid for an undefeated season. Leadership expert Larry Julian discusses his new book, God is My Success.

21

Television legend Dick Van Dyke reflects on turning 80 and talks about his new Hallmark movie, Murder 101.

22

Tavis talks with Dan Glickman, president of the Motion Picture Association of America, and Earth Wind & Fire's Verdine White, Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson.

23

Renowned writer Maya Angelou discusses the meaning of friends, family and life and talks about her upcoming holiday TV special.

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Former Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John Kerry weighs in on the escalating tension over the war in Iraq. The "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," Mary J. Blige, discusses her new lifestyle and new album, "Breakthrough."

27

Director Ron Howard reflects on making Cinderella Man and finding his niche in the entertainment business.

28

Mary Francis Berry shares the backstory of her new book about ex-slave Callie House and reparations. Alternative rock singer-songwriter Liz Phair critiques podcasting as a new outlet for her career.

29

John Lahr, playwright and senior theater critic for The New Yorker, discusses his new book and recounts the life of August Wilson. Actress-model Iman reflects on being a cosmetics mogul.

30

Noted economist and News York Times Op-Ed columnist Paul Krugman talks about rebuilding New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Country music superstar Clint Black discusses his fund-raising efforts for various causes.

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Archives December 2005

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image from Thursday, December 1

Thursday, December 1

On the 50th anniversary of the Montgomery bus boycott, Tavis talks to Rev. Joseph Lowery, Rep. John Lewis and Johnnie Carr.


image from Friday, December 2

Friday, December 2

In part 2 of his panel discussion in Montgomery, Al, Tavis talks to Rev. Joseph Lowery, Rep. John Lewis and the city's mayor, Bobby Bright.


image from Monday, December 5

Monday, December 5

Tavis talks with Warren Riley, the newly appointed Police Superintendent in New Orleans, and revisits his conversation with actor John Travolta.


image from Tuesday, December 6

Tuesday, December 6

Tavis talks with immigrant rights advocate Angelica Salas about President Bush's proposed immigration policy and revisits his conversation with actress Halle Berry.


image from Wednesday, December 7

Wednesday, December 7

Tavis talks with California Rep. Ellen Tauscher about her recent trip to Iraq and revisits his conversation with actor Burt Reynolds.


image from Thursday, December 8

Thursday, December 8

Tavis gets an update on New Orleans reconstruction efforts from Louisiana Sen. Mary Landrieu and revisits his conversation with actress Laura Linney.


image from Friday, December 9

Friday, December 9

Tavis talks with former White House counter-terrorism advisor Richard Clarke and revisits his conversation with actor Laurence Fishburne.


image from Monday, December 12

Monday, December 12

Mike Farrell weighs in on the Stanley Tookie Williams death penalty case. Michelle Yeoh discusses choosing roles that show Asian women as they really are and not just stereotypes.


image from Tuesday, December 13

Tuesday, December 13

Yvon Chouinard, CEO of the inspirational clothing goods company Patagonia, expresses his concern for the planet's future. Grammy-winning singer Faith Evans reflects on her new start.


image from Wednesday, December 14

Wednesday, December 14

Texas Rep. Kay Granger weighs in on the historic elections in Iraq. Actor Craig T. Nelson talks about learning sign language for his new film and Tavis pays a final tribute to groundbreaking comedian Richard Pryor.


image from Thursday, December 15

Thursday, December 15

Oscar- and Emmy-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones talks about typecasting in the industry and what it was like to direct himself in the new film, The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada.


image from Friday, December 16

Friday, December 16

Best-selling author Anne Rice shares the backstory of the change of direction in her new novel, Christ the Lord. The Center for Community Change exec director, Deepak Bhargava, examines the health care system.


image from Monday, December 19

Monday, December 19

California Sen. Barbara Boxer weighs in on the federal wiretapping controversy. Actress Peri Gilpin explains the inspiration for the Lifetime telepic, For the Love of a Child. And Tavis pays tribute to actor John Spencer.


image from Tuesday, December 20

Tuesday, December 20

Hall of Fame NFL coach Don Shula talks about the Colts failed bid for an undefeated season. Leadership expert Larry Julian discusses his new book, God is My Success.


image from Wednesday, December 21

Wednesday, December 21

Television legend Dick Van Dyke reflects on turning 80 and talks about his new Hallmark movie, Murder 101.


image from Thursday, December 22

Thursday, December 22

Tavis talks with Dan Glickman, president of the Motion Picture Association of America, and Earth Wind & Fire's Verdine White, Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson.


image from Friday, December 23

Friday, December 23

Renowned writer Maya Angelou discusses the meaning of friends, family and life and talks about her upcoming holiday TV special.


image from Monday, December 26

Monday, December 26

Former Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John Kerry weighs in on the escalating tension over the war in Iraq. The "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul," Mary J. Blige, discusses her new lifestyle and new album, "Breakthrough."


image from Tuesday, December 27

Tuesday, December 27

Director Ron Howard reflects on making Cinderella Man and finding his niche in the entertainment business.


image from Wednesday, December 28

Wednesday, December 28

Mary Francis Berry shares the backstory of her new book about ex-slave Callie House and reparations. Alternative rock singer-songwriter Liz Phair critiques podcasting as a new outlet for her career.


image from Thursday, December 29

Thursday, December 29

John Lahr, playwright and senior theater critic for The New Yorker, discusses his new book and recounts the life of August Wilson. Actress-model Iman reflects on being a cosmetics mogul.


image from Friday, December 30

Friday, December 30

Noted economist and News York Times Op-Ed columnist Paul Krugman talks about rebuilding New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Country music superstar Clint Black discusses his fund-raising efforts for various causes.