Tavis Smiley . Daily Schedule | PBS

Friday, August 8, 2008 - Jon Hamm, Alden McDonald, John Slattery

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis talks with Alden McDonald, president of Liberty Bank, and Mad Men stars Jon Hamm and John Slattery.

Thursday, August 7, 2008 - Jane Mayer

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis talks with The New Yorker's Jane Mayer.

Wednesday, August 6, 2008 - Joe Cocker

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis talks with singer Joe Cocker.

Tuesday, August 5, 2008 - Thurston Clarke

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis talks with author Thurston Clarke.

Monday, August 4, 2008 - Benjamin Bratt

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis talks with actor Benjamin Bratt, star of A&E's new series, The Cleaner.

Friday, July 4, 2008 - Eric Liu, Lee A. Daniels

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist Lee Daniels, author of Last Chance, explains the role national African American organizations play in the lives of Blacks today. The True Patriot co-author Eric Liu describes patriotism and how it's expressed by citizens.

Thursday, July 3, 2008 - Larry Hagman, Carole King

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:00:32 PST

Actor Larry Hagman describes how he made the Dallas character, J.R. Ewing, memorable and talks about why he hosts the National Kidney Foundation's U.S. Transplant Games. Legendary singer-songwriter Carole King performs "Home Again."

Wednesday, July 2, 2008 - Holly Hunter, Nicole Lee

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:00:32 PST

TransAfrica Forum executive director Nicole Lee comments on the situation in Zimbabwe and today's U.N. draft resolution by the U.S. calling for sanctions against the Mugabe government. Saving Grace star Holly Hunter discusses her "no agenda" lifestyle.

Tuesday, July 1, 2008 - Virginia Madsen, David Iglesias

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former U.S. attorney David Iglesias discusses the fate of key Bush White House staff in light of the investigation into the '06 Justice Department purge. Oscar-nominated actress Virginia Madsen discusses working with Alan Alda in her new film, Diminished Capacity.

Monday, June 30, 2008 - Jeremy Scahill, Curtis Watkins

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Curtis Watkins, executive director of LifeSTARTS, says the Supreme Court ruling overturning a handgun ban will create an arms race in Washington DC. Investigative journalist and Blackwater author Jeremy Scahill explains why the U.S. needs a private army in Iraq.

Friday, June 27, 2008 - Naomi Klein, Kevin Nealon

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Naomi Klein, author of The Shock Doctrine, describes lessons that can be learned from the U.S. government's recent use of disaster capitalism. Weeds star Kevin Nealon comments on the strange requests he gets from fans of the show.

Thursday, June 26, 2008 - Marwan Muasher, Ta-Nehisi and Paul Coates

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former Jordanian foreign minister, Marwan Muasher, reflects on the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Author Ta-Nehisi Coates and his father Paul Coates discuss overcoming the struggle African American men often have in dealing with their environment.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008 - Evan Handler, Rep. Joe Baca

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair Rep. Joe Baca describes the rate of political progress within the Hispanic community. Sex and the City and Californication star Evan Handler explains how he found faith and trust while battling leukemia and a grim prognosis.

Tuesday, June 24, 2008 - Connie Britton, Peter Gosselin

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

L.A. Times economics correspondent Peter Gosselin explains how American families are facing a precarious financial situation--whether they know it or not. Friday Night Lights star Connie Britton discusses whether the show is too smart for its audience.

Monday, June 23, 2008 - Ne-Yo, George Carlin

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

In a tribute to the late groundbreaking comedian, Tavis revisits his conversation with George Carlin in April 2004. Also, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ne-Yo explains what it means to be a gentleman in the R&B and hip-hop world today.

Friday, June 20, 2008 - Salman Rushdie, James McAvoy

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Salman Rushdie, author of the new book The Enchantress of Florence, says, in the end, you can't escape your imagination. Actor James McAvoy talks about working with Morgan Freeman in the new film, Wanted.

Thursday, June 19, 2008 - Amos Lee, Eric Etheridge

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist-photographer Eric Etheridge explains how obtaining mug shots of Freedom Riders transformed his latest book, Breach of Peace. Singer-songwriter-guitarist Amos Lee discusses how his latest album, "Last Days at the Lodge," fits in with the current music scene.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - Oscar De La Hoya

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Olympic gold medalist and six-time world boxing champion Oscar De La Hoya talks about his new memoir, American Son: My Story, and explains how growing up in East L.A. made him into the man he is today.

Tuesday, June 17, 2008 - Sir Ben Kingsley, Robert Bryce

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Energy journalist Robert Bryce analyzes the oil price and production rhetoric that the candidates have used on the presidential campaign trail. Actor Sir Ben Kingsley describes what drew him to the character of Dr. Squires in his new film The Wackness.

Monday, June 16, 2008 - Scott McClellan

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former White House press secretary Scott McClellan, who was the last one-on-one guest to appear on Meet the Press, remembers Tim Russert. McClellan, author of What Happened—which put him in hot water with some of his former colleagues—also explains the importance of seeking and uncovering the truth.

Friday, June 13, 2008 - Hill Harper, Paul Rieckhoff

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Paul Rieckhoff, executive director and founder of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, explains the need for a national call to better support our returning troops. Actor Hill Harper, who is on Sen. Obama's National Finance Committee, discusses the general election campaign.

Thursday, June 12, 2008 - Alanis Morissette, Gov. David Paterson

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

New York Gov. David Paterson, who is legally blind, describes how he manages public speeches without notes. Seven-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette talks about putting together her latest CD and trusting the process of making music.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - Emily Procter, Sen. Jim Webb

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Virginia's Sen. Jim Webb, rumored to be on the Democratic VP list, explains how the "two Americas" paradigm must be updated. CSI: Miami star Emily Procter talks about the division in her large family between Sens. McCain and Obama for president.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 - Sidney Poitier

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Acclaimed actor and author of Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter, Sidney Poitier shares the story of what his mother's visit to a soothsayer revealed about his future and tackles the question of the purpose of his life.

Monday, June 9, 2008 - Sidney Poitier

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

In part 1 of a two-part conversation, Oscar-winning actor and best-selling author Sidney Poitier describes his first experiences with American racism and explains the lesson that he wants to pass along to his granddaughter in his latest book, Life Beyond Measure.

Friday, June 6, 2008 - Sarah Sentilles, Jewel

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Sarah Sentilles, author of A Church of Her Own, describes her journey into the church and the difficulties she faced as a woman. Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jewel describes her country-western roots in Alaska.

Thursday, June 5, 2008 - Mark Bowden, Richard Clarke

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former National Security Advisor Richard Clarke describes the impact political appointees in government posts have on America's security. The Best Game Ever author Mark Bowden discusses the role racial discrimination played in the NFL in the early days.

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 - Paul Schrade, Ted Sorensen

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Ted Sorensen, former special counsel and advisor to President John Kennedy, explains how he deals with the anniversary of Robert Kennedy's assassination. Former UAW director Paul Schrade discusses the night that he was wounded and RFK was assassinated at the Ambassador Hotel.

Tuesday, June 3, 2008 - Bertie Bowman

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

Bertie Bowman, the longest-serving African American on the U.S. Capitol Hill staff, reflects on how he was able to keep friendships with senators who were staunch segregation proponents.

Monday, June 2, 2008 - Harold Ickes, Betty White

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 12:00:32 PST

DNC Rules Committee member and advisor to Sen. Clinton, Harold Ickes, describes what he sees as a possible course of action for his candidate and when he feels she will make her final decision about the nomination. Emmy-winning actress Betty White explains how she came to love animals as a child.

Friday, May 23, 2008 - Arianna Huffington, Eric McCormack

Fri, 23 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Syndicated columnist and Right is Wrong author Arianna Huffington compares the right and left "lunatic fringes." Eric McCormack, star of A&E's The Andromeda Strain, discusses his advocacy for cancer research.

Thursday, May 22, 2008 - Earl Klugh, Jonathan Rieder

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Barnard sociologist Jonathan Rieder, author of The Word of the Lord is Upon Me, describes the artistry and the humorous side of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Grammy-winning jazz artist Earl Klugh talks about teaching guitar as a young man in Detroit; he also performs a track from his new CD.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008 - Josh Groban, Susan Page

Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

USA Today Washington bureau chief Susan Page explains the significance of Sen. Obama's lead in pledged delegates and describes the mood on the Hill after the news of Sen. Kennedy's health challenge. Grammy-nominated singer Josh Groban discovers what he and Tavis have in common.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - Fareed Zakaria, Jay Roach

Tue, 20 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Newsweek International's Fareed Zakaria explains the title of his latest book, The Post-American World. Filmmaker Jay Roach reflects on the making of Recount, the HBO movie about Florida's vote in the 2000 presidential election.

Monday, May 19, 2008 - Donna Summer, Gov. Mike Huckabee

Mon, 19 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former Arkansas governor and GOP presidential contender Mike Huckabee explains his recent remarks about Sen. Obama that have come under fire. Legendary singer Donna Summer discusses her early years as a performer in Germany.

Friday, May 16, 2008 - Barbara Walters, Daniel Beaty

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Groundbreaking broadcast journalist Barbara Walters reflects on the chapter in her new memoir, Audition, that was the hardest to write. Actor-playwright Daniel Beaty talks about his one-man play Emergency and also performs.

Thursday, May 15, 2008 - Richard Roundtree, Pico Iyer

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist Pico Iyer, author of The Open Road, discusses the politics of the current Dalai Lama. Actor Richard Roundtree, one of the stars of the film Speed Racer, talks about how he survived breast cancer.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - Carly Simon

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Legendary singer-songwriter Carly Simon reflects on what shaped her musicality and talks about the new CD "Some Kind of Love"—her first project of original material in eight years.

Tuesday, May 13, 2008 - Susan Neiman, Bill Moyers

Tue, 13 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist and TV host Bill Moyers reflects on the role his interview with Rev. Wright played in the public's view of the Chicago pastor. Philosopher Susan Neiman explains the title of her new book, Moral Clarity, and why Sen. Obama is the embodiment of grown-up idealism.

Monday, May 12, 2008 - Kelsey Grammer, Sen. Harry Reid

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid comments on when he thinks the Democratic Party will have a nominee. Back to You star Kelsey Grammer discusses the challenge of getting the audience to accept his new role after two decades of playing Dr. Frasier Crane.

Friday, May 9, 2008 - Henry Winkler, Richard Zoglin

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Actor-director-author Henry Winkler describes how he discovered that he was dyslexic. Time magazine's Richard Zoglin, author of Comedy at the Edge, explains how stand-up comedy in the late '70s changed America.

Thursday, May 8, 2008 - Majora Carter, Helen Hunt

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Environmental activist Majora Carter discusses whether the presidential candidates are addressing issues that are important to inner-city America. Oscar-winning actress Helen Hunt talks about her film directing debut in Then She Found Me and why the film took ten years to make.

Wednesday, May 7, 2008 - President Jimmy Carter

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Nobel laureate and former president Jimmy Carter shares his thoughts on what will happen to the Democratic Party after the nominee is chosen and recounts stories from his new book, A Remarkable Mother.

Tuesday, May 6, 2008 - Famke Janssen, John Dean, Barry Goldwater, Jr.

Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

John Dean and Barry Goldwater, Jr., co-authors of Pure Goldwater, share what they believe Sen. Goldwater's thoughts would be on the GOP and its presumptive presidential nominee John McCain. Actress Famke Janssen explains how she learned to shoot pool for her role in the new movie Turn the River.

Monday, May 5, 2008 - KT Tunstall, Lt. Gen. Ricardo Sanchez

Mon, 05 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former Iraq commander Lt. Gen. Ricardo Sanchez, author of Wiser in Battle, says there are lessons the U.S. has yet to learn politically from the war in Iraq. Singer-songwriter KT Tunstall explains how being adopted has impacted her music and gives a special performance.

Friday, May 2, 2008 - Tobias Wolff, Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Acclaimed writer Tobias Wolff explains the meaning behind the title of his latest book, Our Story Begins, and how listening to stories has become a lost art. Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina, chair of Dartmouth's English department, shares the backstory of her nonfiction book, Mr. and Mrs. Prince.

Thursday, May 1, 2008 - Amy Goodman, Douglas A. Blackmon

Thu, 01 May 2008 12:00:32 PST

Democracy Now! host and author of Standing Up to the Madness, Amy Goodman, explains how the Patriot Act has impacted Americans' civil liberties. WSJ bureau chief and author of Slavery by Another Name, Douglas Blackmon, defines what he calls the "re-enslavement" of African Americans and tells how it occurred.

Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - Cokie Roberts, Richard Jenkins

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist and best-selling author Cokie Roberts talks about the Democratic primary season and explains why she likes to write about women in history. Actor Richard Jenkins tells how filming The Visitor was made difficult by the simultaneous filming of Will Smith's I Am Legend in New York City.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008 - David Mamet, Andrew Bridge

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Pulitzer Prize-winning writer-director David Mamet explains how he used his jujitsu training in his new film, Redbelt. Andrew Bridge, author of Hope's Boy, shares the emotional story of his mother's battle with schizophrenia and his experience in foster care.

Monday, April 28, 2008 - Richard Price, Sen. Evan Bayh

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh explains his disappointment that the U.S. Supreme Court upheld his state's voter ID law and previews next week's Democratic primary. Richard Price explains why his new novel, Lush Life, is not a crime novel but a novel with a crime in it.

Friday, April 25, 2008 - John Cho, Richard Thaler

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Behavioral economist Richard Thaler, co-author of Nudge, explains decision research and why it's valuable to study how people make decisions. Harold & Kumar Escape From Guantanamo Bay star John Cho discusses Asian American stereotypes in Hollywood.

Thursday, April 24, 2008 - Phil Donahue

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Pioneering talk show host and Body of War exec producer Phil Donahue, explains how the politics of fear led the U.S. into the Iraq war and keeps Americans complicit. He also talks about the personal pain of the war we don't see.

Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - Judi Dench, Jonathan Alter

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Newsweek senior editor Jonathan Alter analyzes Sen. Clinton's victory in the Pennsylvania Democratic primary. Tony- and Oscar-winning actress Judi Dench, star of the Masterpiece Classic miniseries Cranford, discusses what Shakespeare's work means to her career.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008 - E. Benjamin Skinner, Don Siegelman

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former Alabama governor Don Siegelman, who was recently released from prison, argues that the Justice Department is being used as a political tool. Journalist and author of A Crime So Monstrous, E. Benjamin Skinner, says there are more slaves in the world today than at any point in human history.

Monday, April 21, 2008 - Dave Stewart, Dave Davies

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Philadelphia Daily News' senior writer, Dave Davies, discusses the mudslinging in the run-up to tomorrow's Democratic presidential primary in Pennsylvania. Musician and Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart explains why his business card says that he's a change agent.

Friday, April 18, 2008 - Jessica Queller, Steve Coll

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

The Bin Ladens author Steve Coll explains why the U.S. has not yet caught the wanted leader of Al Qaeda. TV writer Jessica Queller, author of Pretty is What Changes, explains why she decided to have a double mastectomy at age 35.

Thursday, April 17, 2008 - Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Hip-hop mogul Jay-Z and the "Queen of Hip-Hop Soul" Mary J. Blige talk about evolving in their careers and their current U.S. Heart of the City concert tour.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008 - Steve Lopez, Mayor Michael Nutter

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter weighs in on next week's Democratic primary in his state. Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez, author of The Soloist, discusses how a homeless violinist helped him find his passion.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 - Cynthia Cooper, Chris Hedges

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former WorldCom VP, Cynthia Cooper, describes the personal toll of being a whistle-blower and what it's like to face your boss in a courtroom. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges explains the title of his recent book, I Don't Believe in Atheists.

Monday, April 14, 2008 - Benjamin McKenzie, Bill Press

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Political commentator Bill Press says, for now, the conservative movement as we knew it is dead. Benjamin McKenzie talks about the challenges in his career and tells what it was like working with legendary actor Al Pacino in the new film, 88 Minutes.

Friday, April 11, 2008 - John Larroquette, Aaron David Miller

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former State Department negotiator Aaron David Miller, author of The Much Too Promised Land, says Palestine has been promised too many times to too many people. Boston Legal's John Larroquette shares why he is comfortable publicly stating that Sen. Barack Obama is the president the U.S. needs.

Thursday, April 10, 2008 - Joe Madison, Noah Feldman

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Harvard University's Noah Feldman discusses the impact of the rise of the Islamic state on U.S. foreign policy. Radio talk show host Joe Madison explains how the Darfur crisis began in Sudan and describes what it's like to witness the ongoing civil war.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008 - Howard Dean, Rep. Joe Sestak

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Democratic National Committee chair Howard Dean discusses the challenges of the Clinton-Obama race for the party's nomination. Pennsylvania Rep. Joe Sestak weighs in on today's testimony by Gen. Petraeus before the House Armed Services Committee.

Tuesday, April 8, 2008 - Thomas Haden Church, Douglas Feith

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former under secretary of defense Douglas Feith defines the Bush doctrine of war and addresses whether it is an appropriate policy. Actor Thomas Haden Church talks about his new movie, Smart People.

Monday, April 7, 2008 - Anne Rice, Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Best-selling author Anne Rice discusses how she addressed Jesus' loneliness in the second of her fictional bios, Christ the Lord: The Road to Cana. Law professor Kimberl� Williams Crenshaw addresses the Democratic presidential candidates' support of affirmative action programs.

Friday, April 4, 2008 - Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Dr. Cornel West

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Ending a week of shows in Memphis and in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Georgetown University professor Dr. Michael Eric Dyson and Princeton University professor Dr. Cornel West discuss Dr. King's lasting legacy.

Thursday, April 3, 2008 - Dorothy Cotton, Clarence B. Jones

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former SCLC Education Director Dorothy Cotton explains the role sexism played in the organizations of the civil rights movement. Dr. King's former attorney-speechwriter and author of What Would Martin Say, Clarence B. Jones, shares what he believes Dr. King would say about the man who killed him.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008 - Harry Belafonte

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

From the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, actor-activist Harry Belafonte describes how he first met Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who would become one of his closest friends.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008 - Rev. Samuel "Billy" Kyles, Taylor Rogers

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:00:32 PST

From Memphis, Rev. Samuel "Billy" Kyles, pastor of Monumental Baptist Church, reflects on how witnessing Dr. King's assassination has impacted his life. Also, former Memphis sanitation worker Taylor Rogers describes what Dr. King's support and presence meant to the workers' strike.

Monday, March 31, 2008 - Rev. Al Sharpton, Beverly Robertson

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

In the first of a week-long series of shows from Memphis in conjunction with the 40th anniversary of the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Al Sharpton says that America is good at accepting a moment, but not a movement. National Civil Rights Museum president Beverly Robertson tells the story of the museum and the Lorraine Motel.

Friday, March 28, 2008 - Carole King

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Prolific singer-songwriter Carole King discusses 50 years in the business, creating her own record label and her take on good music. She also gives a special performance of a classic track from her award-winning album, "Tapestry."

Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Van Jones, Parag Khanna

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Scholar Parag Khanna explains the title of his book, The Second World, and how the United States' global influence is diminishing. Environmentalist Van Jones discusses the importance of green-collar jobs to the African American community.

Wednesday, March 26, 2008 - Sen. Chuck Hagel, David Schwimmer

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Nebraska Sen. Chuck Hagel discusses his decision to retire and his new book, America: Our Next Chapter. Actor-director David Schwimmer reflects on dealing with the fame and notoriety of being on the hit comedy, Friends.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 - Louise Hay

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Self-help pioneer and Hay House founder Louise Hay reflects on the early days of the industry and, at age 81, says this is going to be the best decade of her life, so far.

Monday, March 24, 2008 - Tracey Ullman, Gen. Wesley Clark

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

On the news of the U.S. death toll in Iraq hitting 4,000, Gen. Wesley Clark explains why the U.S. isn't winning the war the way the Bush Administration expected it would. Award-winning comedy actress Tracey Ullman explains how she comes up with her characterizations.

Friday, March 21, 2008 - Debbie Allen, Anne Lamott

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Grace (Eventually) author Anne Lamott reflects on what she considers the appropriation of Jesus in American politics. Tony- and Emmy-winning actress-dancer-director Debbie Allen discusses her newest project: directing the Broadway production of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

Thursday, March 20, 2008 - Laurence Fishburne, Damien Cave

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

New York Times journalist Damien Cave, who recently completed an 18-month assignment as the paper's Baghdad correspondent, discusses the current state of Iraq. Oscar-nominated actor Laurence Fishburne talks about his return to Broadway, in Thurgood.

Wednesday, March 19, 2008 - Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Harvard's Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr., editor of the African American National Biography, weighs in on Sen. Obama's recent speech and the separate discourses that take place on race in America.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008 - Michael McDonald, Benjamin Barber

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Political theorist Benjamin Barber explains why citizens have to take their politics beyond just voting. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Michael McDonald talks about remaking classic songs and also performs a track from his newest CD, "Soul Speak."

Monday, March 17, 2008 - Karen Thurman, David Leaf

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Florida Democratic Party chair Karen Thurman explains the controversy over her state's presidential primary and discusses the latest developments. David Leaf talks about his new documentary, The Night James Brown Saved Boston.

Friday, March 14, 2008 - Rep. Patrick Murphy, E.J. Dionne. Jr.

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Pennsylvania Rep. Patrick Murphy—the first Iraq war vet elected to Congress—talks about Sen. Obama's chances in the upcoming Democratic primary. Washington Post columnist E. J. Dionne ponders whether the Christian right is dying and talks about New York's incoming governor.

Thursday, March 13, 2008 - Geraldo Rivera, Josh Radnor

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Veteran journalist Geraldo Rivera weighs in on the downfall of New York's Governor Spitzer and the state of the Hispanic community in America. How I Met Your Mother star Josh Radner describes what makes his series smart.

Wednesday, March 12, 2008 - Ken Mehlman, Angela Bassett

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former RNC chair Ken Mehlman explains why John McCain will appeal to both conservatives and independents in the general election. Oscar-nominated actress Angela Bassett reflects on the inspiration for her role as a single mother in Meet the Browns.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008 - Nell Merlino, Gabriel Byrne

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Count Me In co-founder Nell Merlino talks about impediments to women entrepreneurs' growing their businesses. Actor Gabriel Byrne explains why his new HBO series, In Treatment, resonates with audiences.

Monday, March 10, 2008 - Richard Lewis, Tony Campolo

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:00:32 PST

Founder of the Evangelical Association for the Promotion of Education and author Tony Campolo explains what it means to be a "Red Letter Christian." Comedian Richard Lewis talks about life after 14 years of sobriety.

Friday, February 29, 2008 - Samantha Power, Eric Bana

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Journalist Samantha Power explains why she wrote about the late U.N. High Commissioner, Sergio de Mello, in her new book. Actor Eric Bana tells why he finds it excruciating to look at his work on film.

Thursday, February 28, 2008 - Garry Wills, Raven-Symone

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Pulitizer Prize-winning historian Garry Wills discusses the passing of William F. Buckley, Jr. Actress-singer Raven-Symone talks about growing up in front of the camera and making the transition to adulthood.

Wednesday, February 27, 2008 - Ajamu Baraka, Sen. Sherrod Brown

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown discusses the upcoming primary in his state and his superdelegate status. The U.S. Human Rights Network's Ajamu Baraka describes how the government's response to Hurricane Katrina survivors is viewed by the global community.

Tuesday, February 26, 2008 - Josh Brolin, Jonny Steinberg

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Acclaimed South African writer Jonny Steinberg discusses the impact of AIDS in his country and the controversy surrounding anti-retroviral drugs. Tavis revisits his conversation with Josh Brolin, one of the stars of the best picture Oscar winner, No Country for Old Men.

Monday, February 25, 2008 - Dee Dee Myers, Saffron Burrows

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former White House press secretary Dee Dee Myers weighs in on the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. British actress Saffron Burrows talks about the impact of England's civil rights movement.

Friday, February 22, 2008 - Jamia Simone Nash, Jacob Weisberg

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Jacob Weisberg, editor-in-chief of Slate, discusses his new book, The Bush Tragedy. Eleven-year-old singer-actress Jamia Simone Nash talks about her upcoming history-making performance at the Academy Awards ceremony.

Thursday, February 21, 2008 - Ruby Dee, Michael Scheuer

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former CIA counterterrorism agent Michael Scheuer explains why Bin Laden has not yet been captured. Award-winning actress Ruby Dee discusses how racism impacted her early career and diversity in Hollywood today.

Wednesday, February 20, 2008 - Willie Brown, James McBride

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown talks about the '78 Moscone-Milk assassinations. Best-selling author and musician James McBride explains historical fiction and tells why he writes it.

Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - David Crosby, Steve Schapiro

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer David Crosby says folk singers have always been town criers, bringing attention to current issues. Photographer Steve Schapiro tells the story behind some of his famous images.

Monday, February 18, 2008 - Sen. Barack Obama, Sen. Hillary Clinton

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Tavis revisits his conversations with the two Democratic Party presidential candidates: Sen. Hillary Clinton and Sen. Barack Obama.

Friday, February 15, 2008 - Josh Lucas, William Poundstone

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Gaming the Vote author William Poundstone explains how Americans have sometimes elected the wrong president. Actor Josh Lucas shares lessons learned from working on two war-themed documentaries, including the Oscar-nominated Operation Homecoming.

Thursday, February 14, 2008 - Al Jarreau, Dana Milbank

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Dana Milbank, of The Washington Post, explains the title of his new book, Homo Politicus. Singer-songwriter Al Jarreau tells the story of how he discovered what has become one of his most popular songs.

Wednesday, February 13, 2008 - Herbie Hancock, Sen. Bill Nelson

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Florida Sen. Bill Nelson gives his take on how the neck-and-neck Democratic presidential race will be decided. Herbie Hancock share his feelings on the moment when he realized his "River: The Joni Letters" had taken album of the year honors at this year's Grammy Awards.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008 - Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff, Laura Flanders

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Air America Radio host Laura Flanders says war is sexist in its own way and that the close presidential race is forcing voters to confront issues. Legendary architects of Philly soul, Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff, discuss the "old school" art of making music.

Monday, February 11, 2008 - Susan Sarandon, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:00:32 PST

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa challenges the notion that Latinos don't vote for African Americans. Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon describes the impact of filming her new project, the HBO film, Bernard and Doris.