Interview Archives

Singer-songwriter discusses his latest CD and the painful experience that inspired the song ‘Jesus;’ he also performs a track from the new project.

The Democratic congresswoman from Texas offers her take on President Obama’s standing with African Americans and his recent speech at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s annual awards dinner.

Six-time Grammy winner and self-described ‘political junkie’ explains why he wanted to team up with The Roots for his new CD.

The Emmy-winning comedian-actor explains why he created the successful one-man show, Ghetto Klown, and discusses why, growing up, he didn’t feel like he was a part of the U.S.

Pulitzer Prize-winning writer discusses his controversial new biography Great Soul: Mahatma Gandhi and His Struggle with India.

Author of The Dressmaker of Khair Khana explains why nothing changes the dynamic in a family like a woman earning an income.

CNN anchor Don Lemon talks about his candid new memoir, Transparent.

Chair of the Feminist Majority Foundation’s Campaign to Help Afghan Women and Girls explains the connection between the Taliban and women in Afghanistan.

Award-winning actress explains why she feels her character was a remarkable woman.

Celebrated former boxing champ discusses the devastating sexual abuse he faced during his teen years and writes about in his memoir, The Big Fight, and dissects some of his greatest fights.

Environmentalist explains The Story of Stuff project.

The Harvard law professor and author of Republic Lost discusses the OWS and Tea Party movements and explains how Washington’s distorted focus on raising campaign funds impacts America.

R&B singer and O’Jays frontman explains how, in death, his late son Gerald has taught him about what it means to be a father.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer reflects on 50 years with the O’Jays, fatherhood and losing his sons; he also talks about his debut solo album, “I Still Have It.”

New House Ways and Means committee chair discusses the plan for financial reform and the importance of the healthcare reform bill.