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Friday, September 10, 2010 - James Ellroy, Donal Logue
Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with novelist James Ellroy, author of The Hilliker Curse, and actor Donal Logue, star of Terriers.

Thursday, September 9, 2010 - Sheryl Crow
Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow, about her new CD, \"100 Miles from Memphis.\"

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 - Andre Agassi
Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with tennis champion Andre Agassi.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 - Seal, Andrew Ross Sorkin
Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with The New York Times\' Andrew Ross Sorkin, author of Too Big to Fail, and singer-songwriter Seal about his new disc, \"Commitment.\"

Monday, September 6, 2010 - Martin Landau
Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with Oscar-winning thespian Martin Landau.

Friday, September 3, 2010 - 2010 Emmy Winners
Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis revisits highlights of conversations with some of this year\'s Emmy winners, including Bryan Cranston, Ed O\'Neill, Jim Parsons, Edie Falco and Matthew Weiner.

Thursday, September 2, 2010 - Rep. Kendrick Meek, Dr. John
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - Florida Rep. Kendrick Meek, who recently won the Democratic Senate primary nomination, responds to political analysts who say Independent candidate Gov. Crist will pull votes from the Democratic base. One of New Orleans\' most favored sons, multiple Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and pianist Dr. John, discusses the impact that Hurricane Katrina had on his spirit.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010 - Laura Lippman, John Burns
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:00:05 PST - John Burns, The New York Times London bureau chief, shares his thoughts on President Obama\'s speech marking the end of the U.S. combat mission in Iraq. Best-selling mystery writer Laura Lippman discusses how the notion of keeping secrets plays out in her latest book and in real life.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - Norah Jones
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Nine-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Norah Jones discusses her embrace of change—from her latest album and new band to her short hairstyle. She also performs \"Man of the Hour\" from her disc \"The Fall.\"

Monday, August 30, 2010 - Gen. Wesley Clark, Rob Reiner
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander (Ret.) Gen. Wesley Clark shares his thoughts on whether Iraqis are ready to take over where American troops have left off. Oscar-nominated filmmaker and activist Rob Reiner weighs in on the war in Iraq and California\'s midterm election and explains the setting of his new film, Flipped.

Friday, August 27, 2010 - Adbulrahman and Kathy Zeitoun
Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - New Orleans residents Abdulrahman and Kathy Zeitoun reflect on both the hardships of Hurricane Katrina and the stereotypes surrounding their Muslim faith—a conversation that has particular relevancy as the U.S. debates the proposed \"Ground Zero mosque.\"

Thursday, August 26, 2010 - Dr. Norman Francis
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - As the 5th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches, one of New Orleans\' most prominent residents, Xavier University president and former chair of the Louisiana Recovery Authority Dr. Norman Francis, views the ups and downs of the city\'s five-year journey.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - Alfonso Aguilar, Dave Walker
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - New Orleans\' Times-Picayune columnist Dave Walker discusses the city\'s progress and setbacks, five years after Hurricane Katrina. Alfonso Aguilar, executive director of the Latino Partnership for Conservative Principles, explains why the Republican Party is a natural fit for Latinos.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - Jon Landau, David Finkel
Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post journalist and author of the award-winning book The Good Soldiers, David Finkel, explains why the war in Iraq is anything but over. Academy Award-winning film producer Jon Landau describes what made his blockbuster film Avatar work and weighs in on the debate over 3D movies.

Monday, August 23, 2010 - Rufus Wainwright, Jeff Zeleny
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - New York Times national political correspondent Jeff Zeleny previews the primaries and shares his thoughts on whether the Democrats will lose the Senate in the midterm elections. Singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright talks about his new CD, \"All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu,\" and performs the track, \"A Woman\'s Face.\"

Friday, August 20, 2010 - John Mellencamp
Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Grammy-winning singer-songwriter John Mellencamp wraps his \"rocker week\" with a live performance of \"Thinking About You\"—from his latest release, \"No Better Than This\"—and the classic track \"Pink Houses.\"

Thursday, August 19, 2010 - Max Lucado, John Mellencamp
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Minister and award-winning Christian writer Max Lucado, author of Outlive Your Life, explains why we really lead a better life when we\'re living for others. John Mellencamp rocks the house with an exclusive live performance of the title track from his new CD, \"No Better Than This.\"

Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - Gov. Charlie Crist, John Mellencamp
Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Florida Gov. Charlie Crist talks about the impact of the Gulf Coast oil spill on his state, the Tea Party and his bid for the U.S. Senate as an independent candidate. And, John Mellencamp demonstrates why he\'s one of America\'s most iconic songwriters and performers by closing the show with an exclusive live performance of \"The West End,\" from his new disc, \"No Better Than This.\"

Tuesday, August 17, 2010 - Ken Follett, John Mellencamp
Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Wales-born novelist Ken Follett talks about his new book, Fall of Giants—the first volume of his \"Century Trilogy\"—exec producing the feature film White Wedding and U.K. politics—from Blair and Brown to Cameron. Music icon John Mellencamp performs \"Don\'t Forget About Me,\" from his new CD.

Monday, August 16, 2010 - John Mellencamp
Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:00:05 PST - Grammy-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Famer—and Tavis\' fellow Hoosier—John Mellencamp discusses his new album, \"No Better Than This,\" and the 25th anniversary of Farm Aid. And, in a Tavis Smiley \"first,\" the legendary artist kicks off \"rocker week,\" closing each show with a new song from the album that Rolling Stone calls \"musical storytelling for hard times.\" Tonight, he performs \"Save Some Time To Dream.\"

Friday, July 16, 2010 - Venus Williams
Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with tennis superstar Venus Williams about her new book on harnessing your competitive spirit, Come to Win.

Thursday, July 15, 2010 - David Kilcullen, Paul Greenberg
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with award-winning writer Paul Greenberg, about his latest book, Four Fish: The Future of the Last Wild Food, and counterinsurgency specialist David Kilcullen, one of the architects of the U.S. surge in Iraq.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - LeVar Burton, Sam Nunn
Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:00:05 PST - Tavis talks with former Georgia U.S. Senator Sam Nunn, now CEO of the Nuclear Threat Initiative, about the call for new sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program. He also chats with actor-director LeVar Burton, former Roots and Star Trek star, now co-starring in NBC\'s The Jensen Project.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 - Sean Payton
Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:00:05 PST - Sean Payton, head coach of the Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints, shares how he gets his players beyond distractions and to buy into the vision that \"it\'s not just about football.\" He also talks about his new book, Home Team.

Monday, July 12, 2010 - Kelli Williams, John Yearwood
Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Tavis talks with The Miami Herald\'s world editor John Yearwood about the situation in Haiti, six months after the devastating earthquake, and actress Kelli Williams, co-star of the Fox series Lie to Me.

Friday, July 9, 2010 - Bettye LaVette
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Grammy-nominated soul singer-songwriter Bettye LaVette reflects on how people are discovering her, after all of her years in the business, and explains why she\'s not bitter. She also talks about her new CD, \"Interpretations: The British Rock Songbook.\"

Thursday, July 8, 2010 - Joe Morton, Thomas Saenz
Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Civil rights veteran Thomas Saenz, president and general counsel of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund, explains the constitutional battle between the federal government and the state of Arizona over immigration. Actor Joe Morton describes the storyline of his new series, Syfy\'s Eureka.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010 - Robert David Hall, Rep. Henry Waxman
Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - House Energy Committee chair, Rep. Henry Waxman, discusses energy reform after the BP oil spill and the role American citizens play in the problem. CSI\'s Robert David Hall tells the backstory of his passionate advocacy for people with disabilities and talks about achieving his lifelong dream—as a singer-songwriter-guitarist—with his new CD.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 - Carolina Chocolate Drops, Nicholas Carr
Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Nicholas Carr, best-selling author of The Big Switch, talks about his latest—The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains. The Carolina Chocolate Drops string band members explain the origin of the group\'s name and the name of their new CD; they also demonstrate their talent with a special performance.

Monday, July 5, 2010 - Dr. Ian Smith, Stanley Greene
Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Dr. Ian Smith, founder of The 50 Million Pound Challenge, talks about his new book, Happy, and his efforts to combat rising obesity rates in the U.S. Acclaimed NOOR photographer Stanley Greene describes his traveling exhibit documenting Hurricane Katrina\'s effects on Gulf Coast residents and what the photographs say about humanity.

Friday, July 2, 2010 - Oliver Stone, \"Tavis Smiley Reports\"
Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Oscar- and Emmy-winning filmmaker Oliver Stone explains why he made the controversial documentary South of the Border, which explores the relationship between the U.S. and South America. Tavis also previews \"New Orleans: Been in the Storm Too Long,\" the next episode of the primetime special Tavis Smiley Reports.

Thursday, July 1, 2010 - Laurence Fishburne
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:00:06 PST - Award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne shares how he balances reprising the role he originated on Broadway as the first African American Supreme Court justice in Thurgood with his star turn in TV\'s CSI.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - Tony Hsieh, Molly Shannon
Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh talks about getting people to buy into his unique vision for corporate culture, which he details in his first book, Delivering Happiness. Former SNL star, actress-comedienne Molly Shannon, shares the challenges of working on her new animated series, TBS\' Neighbors from Hell.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 - Mindi Abair, Bret Easton Ellis
Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Best-selling novelist Bret Easton Ellis discusses his controversial novel Less Than Zero and how he updates it, 25 years later, with his newest, Imperial Bedrooms. Jazz musician Mindi Abair explains the challenges of being a female saxophonist and performs a track from her new release, \"In Hi-Fi Stereo.\"

Monday, June 28, 2010 - Tim Wise
Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Colorblind author Tim Wise weighs in on the ongoing debates over the ideas of a post-racial America and solving racial tension by not talking so much about it.

Friday, June 25, 2010 - Taylor Hackford, Helen Mirren
Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Oscar-winning Hollywood power couple, director Taylor Hackford and actress Helen Mirren, share what it was like filming their Love Ranch project—their first time working together since 1984—and weigh in on the debate over legalizing prostitution.

Thursday, June 24, 2010 - Spencer Wells, Bradley Whitford
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Renowned geneticist and anthropologist Spencer Wells, author of Pandora\'s Seed, describes his work as director of National Geographic\'s Genographic Project. Emmy-winning actor Bradley Whitford explains his choice to go network vs. cable for his new series, Fox\' The Good Guys.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - Louis Gossett, Jr., Mayor Tony Kennon
Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Orange Beach, AL Mayor Tony Kennon weighs in with the latest news on the impact of the oil spill crisis on the Gulf Coast. Oscar-winning actor Louis Gossett, Jr. explains his reverse Cinderella story and the challenges for African American actors; he also talks about his new memoir, An Actor and a Gentleman.

Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - Molly Ringwald, Peter Beinart
Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Journalist Peter Beinart, author of The Icarus Syndrome, weighs in on the administration\'s relationship with Gen. McChrystal. Actress Molly Ringwald reflects on lessons learned from her jazz musician father and talks about her memoir, Getting the Pretty Back.

Monday, June 21, 2010 - Herbie Hancock, Sebastian Mallaby
Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Washington Post columnist Sebastian Mallaby breaks down hedge funds—the subject of his new book, More Money Than God. Grammy-winning jazz pianist and composer Herbie Hancock explains how technology is expressed in his music and talks about his new collaborative \"Imagine Project.\"

Friday, June 18, 2010 - Kelis, Anthony Bourdain
Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Celebrated chef, TV show host and writer Anthony Bourdain shares lessons learned in his years in the kitchen and his thoughts on branding; he also talks about his new book, Medium Raw—the follow-up to his best-selling Kitchen Confidential. Two-time Grammy nominee Kelis talks about her culinary skills and her new CD, \"Flesh Tone.\"

Thursday, June 17, 2010 - Brando Skyhorse, Phil Angelides
Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Phil Angelides, chairman of the bipartisan Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission, discusses how the fallout on Wall Street is impacting Main Street and lessons learned. Brando Skyhorse examines his journey of culture and talks about navigating the publishing world and his debut novel, The Madonnas of Echo Park.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010 - Kevin Eubanks, Isobel Coleman
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - The Council on Foreign Relations\' Isobel Coleman, author of Paradise Beneath Her Feet, assesses the role of women in changing the Middle East. Guitarist Kevin Eubanks explains why he left his gig as Tonight Show bandleader and talks about what\'s next for his career.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 - Tom Petty
Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Petty offers advice for people wanting to go into the music business and talks about getting back into the studio after so long and his latest project, \"Mojo\"—his first disc since \'06 and first with The Heartbreakers since \'02.

Monday, June 14, 2010 - Tilda Swinton, John Hofmeister
Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Former Shell Oil president John Hofmeister analyzes BP\'s handling of the current crisis and explains the takeaway from his book, Why We Hate the Oil Companies. Oscar-winning actress Tilda Swinton discusses the audience connection to her latest film, I Am Love.

Friday, June 11, 2010 - Andy Gray, Ralph Ziman
Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Soccer commentator and former player Andy Gray previews the 2010 World Cup and explains lessons to be learned from the sport. Johannesburg native Ralph Ziman, writer-director of the film Gangster\'s Paradise: Jerusalema, comments on life in South Africa after Nelson Mandela.

Thursday, June 10, 2010 - Melissa Etheridge, Dr. Vincent Tuohy
Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - The Cleveland Clinic\'s Dr. Vincent Tuohy discusses his research study that has resulted in a potentially major breakthrough in the fight against breast cancer. Oscar- and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter—and breast cancer survivor—Melissa Etheridge explains why her cancer was a gift and how being a parent has changed her music; she also talks about her newest project, \"Fearless Love.\"

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Wendie Malick, Sen. Russ Feingold
Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Wisconsin Sen. Russ Feingold talks about the war in Afghanistan—the longest war in U.S. history—and the renewed calls on Capitol Hill for the administration to set a date certain for U.S. withdrawal. Emmy-winning actress Wendie Malick reflects on the impact that doing comedy has had on her life and discusses her new series, TV Land\'s Hot in Cleveland.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 - Diane Warren, Michael Hiltzik
Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pulitzer Prize-winning L.A. Times columnist Michael Hiltzik, author of Colossus, discusses why people should care about the Hoover Dam. Grammy-winning songwriter Diane Warren addresses whether she\'s territorial about her music and shares how she stays interested in writing.

Monday, June 7, 2010 - Rep. Joe Sestak, John Wooden Tribute
Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pennsylvania Rep. Joe Sestak explains why he opted into the U.S. Senate race and gives his take on benchmarks for the Iraq war and how the BP oil spill affects financial regulation. Tavis also remembers legendary basketball coach John Wooden with a re-broadcast of their conversation a few seasons back.

Monday, May 31, 2010 - Pierce Brosnan, Rosanne Cash
Mon, 31 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pierce Brosnan, who has several films scheduled for release this year—including The Ghost Writer, The Greatest and Remember Me—looks back on his James Bond character and shares what he\'s learned about himself in working on his various projects.Grammy-winning country music superstar Rosanne Cash performs a track from her new CD, \"The List.\"

Friday, May 28, 2010 - Sebastian Junger, Chuck Palahniuk
Fri, 28 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Investigative journalist Sebastian Junger talks about his new book, War, detailing the months he spent embedded with an Army troop in Afghanistan. Tell-All author Chuck Palahniuk discusses the impact of his novel Fight Club and explains the process of \"cleaning up the incompletes.\"

Thursday, May 27, 2010 - Wes Moore, Alfredo Gutierrez
Thu, 27 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Former Arizona state senator Alfredo Gutierrez outlines the rationale for the upcoming march protesting his state\'s new law targeting illegal immigrants. Wes Moore, author of The Other Wes Moore, explores why he and his namesake went in such different directions.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - Allison Moorer, Robert Kuttner
Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Robert Kuttner, author of A Presidency in Peril, explains why the Tea Party has captured the political narrative. Oscar-nominated country music singer-songwriter Allison Moorer reflects on working in the family business and also performs a track from her new CD, \"Crows.\"

Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - David Gregory, Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Tue, 25 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Journalist David Gregory assesses the immigration debate in an election year and offers his thoughts on protecting the Meet the Press brand. Somalian-born writer and former Dutch Parliament member Ayaan Hirsi Ali explains political versus spiritual Islam and reflects on whether her activism is worth putting herself in danger.

Monday, May 24, 2010 - Dennis Quaid, Nas; Damian Marley
Mon, 24 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Golden Globe-nominated actor Dennis Quaid explains his preparation for portraying former President Clinton in the HBO film The Special Relationship. Musicians Nas and Damian Marley reflect on what they found in each other\'s work that led to their collaboration on \"Distant Relatives.\"

Friday, May 21, 2010 - Michael Douglas
Fri, 21 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Oscar-winning actor-producer Michael Douglas talks about getting older in Hollywood, whether there\'s an advantage to being a second generation star, his latest films, Solitary Man and the Wall Street sequel, Money Never Sleeps, and weighs in on the state of the union.

Thursday, May 20, 2010 - Garry Shandling
Thu, 20 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Actor-comedian-writer Garry Shandling discusses his first writing job, switching to stand-up and his role in the blockbuster film, Iron Man 2.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Bruce Feiler, Chris Cillizza
Wed, 19 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - The Washington Post\'s Chris Cillizza breaks down the results of the week\'s primary elections. Best-selling author Bruce Feiler reflects on how he processed his near-death experience and explains why he wrote his memoir, The Council of Dads.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - Trombone Shorty, Sir Ben Kingsley
Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Oscar-winning actor Ben Kingsley, talks about his attraction to Shakespearean projects and his newest film, Prince of Persia. Jazz musician Trombone Shorty discusses the influence of playing with rocker Lenny Kravitz, how he got his nickname and his major label debut—the CD \"Backatown.\"

Monday, May 17, 2010 - Damon Wayans
Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Actor-comedian Damon Wayans describes how he pulled himself out of his midlife crisis and talks about the 20th anniversary of In Living Color, turning 50, being a grandparent and writing female characters—which he does in his debut novel, Red Hats.

Friday, May 14, 2010 - Rebecca Skloot, Arturo Sandoval
Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Science writer Rebecca Skloot describes the backstory of her book The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and discusses lessons learned from her research for it. Legendary jazz artist Arturo Sandoval explains his move to Los Angeles after living in Miami for 20 years.

Thursday, May 13, 2010 - Pam Grier
Thu, 13 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Groundbreaking actress Pam Grier shares stories from her memoir, Foxy: My Life in Three Acts, and talks about her transition from singing to acting and how she gained the confidence to be successful.

Wednesday, May 12, 2010 - Isabel Allende, Nouriel Roubini
Wed, 12 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Economics professor and author of Crisis Economics, Nouriel Roubini, comments on the financial services industry\'s fight against reform. Best-selling author Isabel Allende tells Tavis why she takes the reader from Haiti to New Orleans in her new novel, Island Beneath the Sea.

Tuesday, May 11, 2010 - Mavis Leno, Sheriff Clarence Dupnik
Tue, 11 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pima County, Arizona Sheriff Clarence Dupnik talks about border security and his state\'s controversial new law targeting illegal immigrants. Human rights advocate Mavis Leno, chair of the Feminist Majority Foundation\'s Campaign to Help Afghan Women and Girls, explains the connection between the Taliban and women in Afghanistan.

Monday, May 10, 2010 - Donald Miller, Sen. Richard Lugar
Mon, 10 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Indiana Sen. Richard Lugar weighs in on Solicitor General Kagan\'s nomination to the Supreme Court and discusses Afghanistan President Karzai\'s visit to the U.S. this week. Donald Miller, author of Father Fiction, explains the fatherless generation and his coming to terms with his own experience. Tavis also pays tribute to legendary singer-actress-activist Lena Horne.

Friday, May 7, 2010 - Richard Dreyfuss
Fri, 07 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Oscar-winning actor Richard Dreyfuss explains the impact of his profession on his activism and discusses his latest film, The Lightkeepers, as a metaphor for the U.S.

Thursday, May 6, 2010 - Alice Walker, Otis Williams; Terry Weeks
Thu, 06 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker describes the value of good conversation and reads her poem \"The World Has Changed.\" The Temptations\' Otis Williams and Terry Weeks reflect on how their music still connects with their audience and talk about their latest CD, \"Still Here.\"

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - Dana Delany, Ceci Connolly
Wed, 05 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Journalist Ceci Connolly, one of the contributors to the book Landmark, explains some of the behind-the-scenes wrangling that occurred in getting healthcare legislation passed. Actress Dana Delaney dishes about the recent White House Correspondents\' Dinner and talks about her film, Multiple Sarcasms.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010 - Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Gov. Bill Richardson
Tue, 04 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson reacts to Arizona\'s new law targeting illegal immigrants and discusses the responsibility of the federal government and the issue of politics vs. ethics. Jonathan Rhys Meyers discusses his star role on Showtime\'s The Tudors.

Monday, May 3, 2010 - Kirk Franklin, Sen. Bob Corker, Lynn Redgrave Tribute
Mon, 03 May 2010 12:00:06 PST - Tennessee Sen. Bob Corker weighs in on possible financial regulation and whether there should be a consumer protection agency. Gospel music star Kirk Franklin talks about his new memoir, The Blueprint, and Tavis pays tribute to a member of acting royalty, Lynn Redgrave.

Friday, April 30, 2010 - Carol Burnett
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - One of the first ladies of comedy, Carol Burnett, explains her success at sketch comedy and shares a humorous story about her Tarzan yell; she also talks about writing her new memoir, This Time Together: Laughter and Reflection.

Thursday, April 29, 2010 - Amy Wilentz, Shelby Lynne
Thu, 29 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Award-winning writer and author of The Rainy Season: Haiti - Then and Now Amy Wilentz recounts her experience in Haiti following the devastating earthquake and assesses the country\'s future. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne comments on starting her own record label and what she\'s discovered about her fan base.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - Alex Gibney, Paul Rieckhoff
Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Paul Rieckhoff, founder-executive director of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, explains why Americans need to understand the cost of war. Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney shares the backstory of convicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff—the subject of the documentary Casino Jack and the United States of Money.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010 - Judy Collins, Richard Clarke
Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Former national security advisor Richard Clarke describes what makes cyber war uniquely different and discusses whether the issues are being taken seriously on Capitol Hill. Legendary singer-songwriter Judy Collins reflects on her career choices and discusses her new children\'s book, Over the Rainbow.

Monday, April 26, 2010 - Sonia Sanchez, Mayor-elect Mitch Landrieu
Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - New Orleans Mayor-elect Mitch Landrieu discusses the changes in his city since his father was mayor 32 years ago. Renowned poet, playwright and activist Sonia Sanchez explains her inspiration, reflects on the loss of Dorothy Height and gives a special reading from her new poetry volume, Morning Haiku.

Friday, April 23, 2010 - Patrick Stewart
Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Emmy- and Grammy-nominated actor Patrick Stewart, of Star Trek and X-Men fame, explains what young people can learn from Shakespeare, his affinity for the stage and his feelings about knighthood.

Thursday, April 22, 2010 - Steven Solomon, Benjamin Hooks and Dorothy Height Tribute
Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - On the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, economics journalist and author of Water: The Epic Struggle for Wealth, Power, and Civilization, Steven Solomon, explains use versus abuse of the precious resource and what water policy ought to look like. Tavis also pays a moving tribute to longtime civil rights activists Benjamin Hooks and Dorothy Height.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - Gov. Mitch Daniels, Lisa Kudrow
Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels weighs in on the impact of the recession and the stimulus and healthcare bills on his state; he also comments on the possibility of a presidential run. Actress Lisa Kudrow discusses what\'s surprised her about her new series, Who Do You Think You Are?, and talks about her latest film project, Paper Man.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 - Jerry Weintraub
Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Entertainment industry mogul Jerry Weintraub recounts how he came to understand and accept success and dealt with his cancer diagnosis; he also explains why he raises money for charity and talks about his new autobiography When I Stop Talking, You\'ll Know I\'m Dead.

Monday, April 19, 2010 - Raquel Welch, Mark Zandi
Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Moody\'s chief economist Mark Zandi weighs in on the SEC\'s move against Goldman Sachs and discusses sectors showing job growth. Actress Raquel Welch explains the title of her new book, Raquel: Beyond the Cleavage and offers advice for preventative aging.

Friday, April 16, 2010 - Andie MacDowell, Raheem DeVaughn
Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Actress Andie MacDowell previews her characterizations in two Lifetime TV films based on books by best-selling author Patricia Cornwell. Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Raheem DeVaughn comments on whether the industry is ready for message music and explains why he titled his new project \"Love and War: MasterPeace.\"

Thursday, April 15, 2010 - Chris Rock
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Multi-talented Chris Rock reflects on his influences, navigating his career and dealing with adulation; he also discusses his new film, Death at a Funeral.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 - Elizabeth Warren, Anne Lamott
Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Elizabeth Warren, chair of the bank-bailout Congressional Oversight Panel, weighs in on the foreclosure crisis and the potential of a consumer financial protection agency. Best-selling author Anne Lamont talks about raising children in today\'s world and her new book, Imperfect Birds.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - Rodney and Holly Robinson Peete, Diane Ravitch
Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Former Education Department official and author of The Death and Life of the Great American School System Diane Ravitch talks about the role of testing in the U.S. education system. Rodney and Holly Robinson Peete discuss the impact of their son\'s autism diagnosis—the difficulty and the silver lining—and the books they\'ve each written that they hope will help others.

Monday, April 12, 2010 - Timothy Olyphant, Ian McEwan
Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Best-selling author Ian McEwan explains the research he did for his latest novel, Solar, and the message he wants the book to convey. Actor Timothy Olyphant explains what led to his role in the FX series Justified.

Friday, April 9, 2010 - Mark Harmon, Harry Markopolos
Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Whistleblower Harry Markopolos, author of No One Would Listen, explains how he discovered Bernie Madoff\'s Ponzi scheme and whether victims had any responsibility. Actor Mark Harmon talks about how his hit show, NCIS, stands out against other procedural dramas.

Thursday, April 8, 2010 - Annie Leonard, David Frum
Thu, 08 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Journalist David Frum discusses his ouster from the conservative think tank American Enterprise Institute and the \"crisis of followship.\" Environmentalist Annie Leonard explains The Story of Stuff project.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - Father Gregory Boyle, Kim Raver
Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Homeboy Industries founder, Father Gregory Boyle, talks about dealing with the realities of gang life, how the organization\'s businesses are faring in the recession and what he hopes the takeaway will be for readers of his book, Tattoos on the Heart. Actress Kim Raver discusses wrestling with certain issues in her latest series, Grey\'s Anatomy.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 - Benjamin Barber
Tue, 06 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - Political theorist and president-director of CivWorld at Demos Benjamin Barber weighs in on financial regulation, bipartisanship and the role of diplomacy; he also discusses preparations for Interdependence Day.

Monday, April 5, 2010 - David Simon, Rep. Sandy Levin
Mon, 05 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - New House Ways and Means committee chair, Rep. Sandy Levin, discusses the plan for financial reform and the importance of the healthcare reform bill. Emmy-winning TV writer-producer David Simon explains the title and discusses the post-Katrina New Orleans setting of his new HBO series, Treme.

Friday, April 2, 2010 - Maria Bartiromo, Bryan Cranston
Fri, 02 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - CNBC\'s business news anchor Maria Bartiromo, author of The 10 Laws of Enduring Success, describes what went wrong over the last few years and discusses whether lessons have been learned. Emmy-winning actor Bryan Cranston explains his character in the AMC original series Breaking Bad.

Thursday, April 1, 2010 - Jakob Dylan, David Shenk
Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:00:06 PST - David Shenk, author of The Genius in All of Us, explains the role of genetics in everyday abilities and how our environment shapes our genius. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jakob Dylan shares his thoughts on comparisons to his father and talks about working with T. Bone Burnett.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 - Anna Torv, Marc Morial
Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - National Urban League CEO Marc Morial discusses some of the findings in the organization\'s recently released annual State of Black America report. Actress Anna Torv, star of the Fox series Fringe, explains the challenges of remote casting.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 - Elizabeth Mitchell, Richard Stengel
Tue, 30 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Richard Stengel, Time magazine managing editor and author of Mandela\'s Way, reflects on his friendship with the former South African president and benefiting from Mandela\'s wisdom. Actress Elizabeth Mitchell discusses her roles in two unique series: Lost and the sci-fi drama V.

Monday, March 29, 2010 - Marvin Sapp, David Albright
Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Physicist, former weapons inspector and Peddling Peril author David Albright assesses the U.S. nuclear treaty with Russia and whether the world is getting less safe. Award-winning gospel singer Marvin Sapp reflects on the success of his new CD, \"Here I Am,\" and how it\'s resonating with non-church audiences.

Friday, March 26, 2010 - Pierce Brosnan
Fri, 26 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Pierce Brosnan, who has several films scheduled for release this year—including The Ghost Writer, The Greatest and Remember Me—looks back on his James Bond character and shares what he\'s learned about himself in working on his various projects.

Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Holly Hunter, Steven Gray
Thu, 25 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Time magazine\'s Detroit bureau correspondent, Steven Gray, comments on the surprises he found in covering the city for the magazine\'s special profile. Oscar-winning actress Holly Hunter shares her plans following this last season of her star vehicle, TNT\'s Saving Grace.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 - Dee Dee Bridgewater, Sen. Lamar Alexander
Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Tennessee Sen. Lamar Alexander weighs in on the healthcare bill and what the GOP does next. Grammy-winning artist Dee Dee Bridgewater talks about the powerful lyrics of her new CD—a tribute to the legendary Billie Holiday.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 - Shankar Vedantam
Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:00:06 PST - Washington Post science and human behavior writer Shankar Vedantam, author of The Hidden Brain, explains the significant role the unconscious mind plays in race relations, elections and waging wars.

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