In an extended conversation, one of the masters of modern cinema, Francis Ford Coppola, looks back at The Godfather films and Apocalypse Now and talks about his childhood bout with polio, breaking the mold, taking risks and his newest film Tetra.

Tavis continues his conversation with celebrated filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola and also talks with internationally acclaimed Nigerian musician Femi Kuti, who explains the reasons he fights the same fight as his father and the struggle to create his own way.

Oscar-winning actor Timothy Hutton tells the story behind the character he plays in TNT's series, Leverage. Neo-soul singer Maxwell explains his 8-year absence and his new CD trilogy and talks about touring.

Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor Vernon Jordan discusses the future of capitalism, how President Obama is doing and the GOP strategy to oppose Judge Sotomayor's Supreme Court nomination. In a Web exclusive, he also talks about Dr. John Hope Franklin and Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall.

BBC Washington correspondent Katty Kay, co-author of Womenomics, discusses the choice between career and family and the difference between balance and settling. Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning actor Paul Giamatti talks about playing quirky characters, his production company and his new feature, Cold Souls.

In an exclusive conversation, comedian-talk show host Jay Leno talks about whether his move to primetime will revolutionize late night TV and why he's taking the risk. He also riffs on some of the recent stories in the news.

In part 2 of his conversation with Tavis, Jay Leno talks about his youth in New England, the perceived rivalry with Letterman and why his show looks like America. Grammy-winning music producer Mark Johnson explains the backstory and the goal of his "Playing for Change" project.

Indiana Rep. Baron Hill, one of the leaders of the Blue Dog Coalition, which is at the center of the healthcare debate, assesses the status of the reform effort. Singer-songwriter Corneille, a rising star in the music world, recounts his firsthand experience with the Rwandan genocide, and also performs a song from his U.S. debut CD.

Twitter co-founder Biz Stone shares lessons learned from the site's recent crash, talks about the growing influence of the brand and speculates on the micro-blogging site's future. Emmy-nominated actress Gloria Reuben says divine intervention plays a big role in her life.

CNBC's David Faber reflects on whether Wall Street has learned any lessons and if the U.S. economy has yet to hit bottom. Oscar-winning filmmaker Davis Guggenheim shares the backstory of his new documentary, It Might Get Loud, and explains why it focuses on music's rock genre.

Former NFL quarterback Warren Moon reacts to Michael Vick's interview on last night's 60 Minutes and reflects on being the first African American QB inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Golden Globe-winning actor Dylan McDermott shares the vision he has for his career and talks about his role as star of the TNT series, Dark Blue.

Prolific singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson explains how it feels to be relevant, writing and recording 50 years after Motown Records was founded and reflects on his relationships with label founder Berry Gordy and superstar Michael Jackson.

Former Vermont governor and DNC chair Howard Dean weighs in on the healthcare reform debate and speculates on the impact of a bill not passing at all. Tavis also pays tribute to news legend and 60 Minutes creator Don Hewitt, including clips from his two appearances on the show.

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan discusses charter schools, the budget crisis of historically Black colleges and universities and parents' role in education. Political theorist and CivWorld president Benjamin Barber offers his sense of how the healthcare debate is playing out and addresses the issue of whether Americans are becoming more nativist.

Stan Brock, founder of the nonprofit healthcare relief organization Remote Area Medical (RAM), talks about his recent health clinic experience in Los Angeles and what it says about the state of healthcare in the U.S. Former Gilmore Girls actress, Alexis Bledel, reflects on her transition from modeling to acting and discusses her new film, Post Grad.

Oscar-winning filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, writer-director of this past weekend's box office topper, Inglourious Basterds, reflects on how he sees movies and getting through periods when his films don't do as well.

Grammy-winning country artist and Golden Globe-nominated actress Reba McEntire reflects on her success and comments on the impact divine intervention has had on her various ventures. Best-selling author Dean Koontz describes his difficult childhood, his special bond with dogs and the choice to be happy.

In a show devoted to the passing of Massachusetts Sen. Edward Kennedy, Tavis discusses the legacy of the U.S. Senate's "liberal lion" with Georgia Rep. John Lewis and civil rights attorney Vernon Jordan. The tribute also features clips from Tavis' past conversations with the patriarch of the Kennedy dynasty.

Ron Williams, CEO of Aetna, Inc., says that the public option component of the healthcare reform proposals is a diversion and explains his opposition. UCLA professor Eric Sundquist assesses the speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Edward Brooke, former Massachusetts senator, remembers Sen. Edward Kennedy.

New Orleans-based presidential historian Douglas Brinkley reflects on Sen. Edward Kennedy's legacy and discusses the progress of his city's post-Katrina rebuilding efforts. Musician Josh Charles explains his love for the Crescent City and talks about the origin of his "Healing Time" project, which he wrote and released to benefit the city. He also performs.

Former CIA officer Robert Baer weighs in on the U.S. Attorney General's decision to investigate the agency. Filmmaker Doug Pray comments on the advertising industry—the subject of his latest documentary, Art & Copy.