Oscar-winning actor-director Sir Anthony Hopkins reflects on how he drifted into acting by chance, his upcoming 70th birthday and his screenwriting debut with the film, Slipstream.

Two-time Oscar-nominated actor Will Smith, star of the new film, I Am Legend, says people who aren't getting what they want in the entertainment business are being out-hustled and that he wants to represent possibilities.

Tony Award-winning actress Phylicia Rashad reflects on the life and legacy of playwright August Wilson.

The legendary and iconic Ruby Dee.talks about activism, longevity in the entertainment industry and her upcoming role in American Gangster.

In the kick-off to season 5, retired four-star Army general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell weighs in on Barack Obama's run for the Oval Office, the way forward in Iraq and the U.S. role in Pakistan, Kenya and other global hot spots.

Two-time Oscar-winning actor-turned-director Denzel Washington says sharing ideas with young actors and collaborating makes directing more fun than acting.

Former U.S. Senator and Barack Obama supporter Bill Bradley reacts to the New Hampshire primary election results. Rapper Lupe Fiasco says his espionage is sneaking difficult, social subject matter onto the radio.

Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright shares advice she offered Sen. Clinton on being the first woman president. Golden Globe-nominated actress Ellen Page says Juno is a hit because it's an honest depiction of young people.

Father-and-son musicians Carlos and Salvador Santana reflect on music as a family way of life, how music has evolved and distinguishing each of their sounds.

In an exclusive conversation, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Jendayi Frazer gives an update on efforts to bring both sides together in Kenya, following last month's controversial elections. Actor-writer William H. Macy talks about his latest film project, The Deal.

The NAACP Legal Defense Fund's Theodore Shaw discusses challenges to Indiana's voter ID laws—the toughest in the nation. Awarding-winning actor Hal Holbrook talks about his newest film, Into the Wild.

Time magazine's Joe Klein, author of Politics Lost, weighs in on the latest news from the presidential campaign trail. Actor Brendan Fraser shares the backstory of his new film, The Air I Breathe.

National Council of La Raza president Janet Murguia discusses the Black-Brown divide and reflects on Dr. Martin Luther King's vision. Iranian-born filmmaker Marjane Satrapi says her book, Persepolis, was adapted into a film to show the humanity of the Iranian people.

Author David Frum discusses his book, Comeback Conservatism That Can Win Again. Young stars of The Great Debaters--Nate Parker, Jurnee Smollett and Denzel Whitaker--reflect on being part of a special film and lessons to be learned from it.

In an exclusive conversation, Christine King Farris, sister of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reflects on growing up with her brother, adjusting to the loss of her sister-in-law, Coretta Scott King, and the meaning of the King Holiday.

Investigative reporter Douglas Frantz discusses the impact of Pakistan's nuclear program. Filmmaker Catherine Owens describes her concept for one of Sundance's most anticipated films, U2 3D.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Carl Bernstein, author of the controversial book on Hillary Clinton, A Woman in Charge, discusses Bill Clinton's role on the campaign trail. Oscar-nominated Juno director Jason Reitman reacts to the honors received by his sophomore feature.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. previews the Democratic primary in South Carolina and reflects on the 20th anniversary of his own historic bid for the White House. Banker and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus explains how social businesses can eradicate poverty.

Singer-songwriter Odetta, dubbed the "queen of American folk music," reflects on her quiet support of Dr. Martin Luther King and how her music tied into the civil rights movement; she also performs.

Massachusetts Sen. Edward Kennedy discusses his decision to endorse Sen. Obama for the Democratic presidential nomination. Comedian Drew Carey comments on his hosting duties for two TV game shows.

Former White House advisor Bruce Bartlett says Blacks would be surprised to know the racial history of the Democratic Party. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne tells why her new CD is a tribute to Dusty Springfield.

The Next American Century authors, Mona Sutphen and Nina Hachigian, weigh in on how the next U.S. president will need to revamp foreign policy. Actor Jeffrey Tambor reflects on why he chose to pursue a career in the entertainment business.

Author Michael Shermer, founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, says businesses get too much corporate welfare. Amy Ryan talks about her Oscar-nominated role in Gone Baby Gone.