Former New York Times media critic Alex Jones, now director of Harvard's Shorenstein Center, talks about the state of the news business and the importance of investigative journalism. Actor Mekhi Phifer discusses finding roles that show African Americans in a multi-faceted light.

New York Times White House correspondent Peter Baker talks U.S. policy versus politics related to the war in Afghanistan. Singer Ledisi reflects on the risks she's taken, working in different genres and becoming a top artist without getting major radio play.

Two-time heavyweight boxing champ-turned-entrepreneur George Foreman discusses his decision to become an evangelical, handling financial success and the value of education. Journalist Fred Kaplan, author of 1959: The Year Everything Changed, describes some of the revolutions that made '59 such a pivotal year.

Multiple Grammy-winning jazz musician-composer Terence Blanchard explains his obsession with New Orleans and his feelings about the response to Hurricane Katrina, four years after the devastation of the city; he also gives a special performance.

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.

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.

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 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.

Musician and frontman Dave Matthews talks about DMB's latest release, "Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King," recorded in New Orleans, the loss of the band's longtime sax player and the influence of his native South Africa on his music.

Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns talks about his latest project, the six-part documentary The National Parks: America's Best Idea, and the impact of his work.

Ted Kennedy, Jr., son of the late Massachusetts senator, discusses growing up in a political family, handling criticism of his father and what readers will learn in his dad's newly-released memoir, True Compass—the only autobiography ever written by a Kennedy.

R. Dwayne Betts, author of A Question of Freedom and national spokesperson for Campaign for Youth Justice, reflects on his time in prison, his success after his release, the importance of books and the need to be more involved in the lives of young people.

Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner comments on weaving historical events of the ‘60s into the storyline of his show and describes how it is relatable to viewers. Golden Globe-winning actress Jenna Elfman explains why she's attracted to comedy and talks about growing up in L.A.

New Mexico Sen. Jeff Bingaman, one of the "Gang of 6," talks about his work on a healthcare reform compromise measure. Producer, director and Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker explains why he exec produced Brick City and discusses the issues addressed in the documentary.

Grammy-winning husband-and-wife musicians Herb Alpert and Lani Hall each give their versions of how they met and fell in love and explain why it took so long for them to do a project together.

Indiana Rep. Mike Pence, chair of the House Republican Conference, discusses the GOP's opposition to the current healthcare reform proposals. Actor David Duchovny talks about his Showtime series, Californication.

Healthy Kids, Smart Kids founder, Dr. Yvonne Sanders-Butler, recounts her personal battle with obesity and describes how she used the experience to help children at the elementary school which she helms. Co-stars of the new FOX sitcom Brothers, former NFL star Michael Strahan and actor Daryl "Chill" Mitchell discuss their childhoods, how they met and their chemistry.

Communications consultant Frank Luntz discusses the pushback towards President Obama and how anger has played itself out over the last few months. Emmy-winning writer-comedian-actor Louis C.K. talks about whether Americans could handle being told the truth more often and his new film, The Invention of Lying.

Award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns talks about his latest project, the six-part documentary The National Parks: America's Best Idea, and the impact of his work.

Academy Award-winning filmmaker Michael Moore—writer, director and star of Capitalism: A Love Story—examines today's economic state, discusses the price Americans pay for their love of capitalism and assesses whether the country can turn things around.

Former Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge comments on securing U.S.-Mexican borders, the role of the economy in the safety of the U.S. and explains why he wrote the book, The Test of Our Times. Emmy-winning actor-director Adam Arkin reflects on finding success alongside his dad, compares acting with directing and talks about his latest TV and film projects.