Tavis' Behind-the-Scenes Video Blog

July 10, 2008

Tavis discusses his traveling museum exhibit America I AM, which celebrates the impact of African Americans.

Video Intern: Matt Friedman

June 18, 2008

After taping the show, Amos Lee joins Tavis backstage to share thoughts on Tim Russert. Lee performs Better Days to commemorate the late journalist.

Video Intern: Danny Tan

June 13, 2008

Tim Russert was an authentic news journalist. His goal was always to seek the truth and then tell the story. When it comes to covering politics, Tim Russert was the oracle. I was honored to interview him and be interviewed by him, but I’ll never forget the fun we had doing "Celebrity Jeopardy." He will be sorely missed.
--Tavis

June 12, 2008

Tavis tells about his upcoming summer vacation plans.

May 22, 2008

Tavis explains how he conducts an interview when he doesn't agree with the person he's talking to.

May 8, 2008

For Mother's Day Tavis talks about his mother and former president Jimmy Carter's book A Remarkable Mother.

Video Intern: Erica Dozier

May 5, 2008

Tavis talks about what he does for fun.

Video Intern: Maxwell Manesh

April 30, 2008

Tavis discusses his upcoming radio series My America, which profiles how everyday Americans' lives will be affected by the plans and policies of the presidential candidates.

Video Intern: Erica Dozier

April 23, 2008

Tavis answers a question from Jade Walker on Twitter about what inspires him.

Video Intern: Brittney Bennett

April 16, 2008

Tavis discusses taping a conversation with Jay-Z and Mary J. Blige.

Video Intern: Maxwell Manesh

April 15, 2008

Tavis answers questions from Laura in Atlanta about where he gets his news and Lyndera in Gardena, CA about how he chooses guests and topics for the show.

Video Intern: Amanda Redcloud

April 8, 2008

Tavis reports on his trip to Memphis to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination.

Video Intern: Brittney Bennett

March 25, 2008

Tavis discusses taping the shows in Memphis for a week to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Video Intern: Maxwell Manesh

March 20, 2008

Tavis tells the story of his memorable interview with Fidel Castro. He also explains who he would most like to interview. Questions submitted by Mark and Teri on Twitter.

Video Intern: Erica Dozier

March 17, 2008

Welcome to Tavis' video blog. Today, he answers questions about his interview style and how he prepares for interviews.

Video Intern: Brittney Bennett