R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe says he gets adrenaline rushes from performing. Rutgers women's basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer believes you can always find a way to get things done.

Actor Alan Alda talks about his roles in TV's The West Wing and the new film, The Aviator. Jazz songstress Dianne Reeves says music is like having a good conversation and performs a song from her new holiday CD.

Olympic gold medalist Joanna Hayes says hardships build character. Musician Henry Rollins discusses his USO visit to the troops in Iraq and his new TV show.

Controversial filmmaker Michael Moore reflects on the impact of his documentary, Fahrenheit 9/11, on the recent presidential election. Musician Wyclef Jean believes the U.S. doesn't care about what's happening in Haiti.

"Money makeover" expert Dave Ramsey learned from experience that wise people save money. Actor Javier Bardem says he's more comfortable with the unexplained.

ABC's This Week host George Stephanopoulos discusses the post-9/11 intelligence reform bill. Track and field star Jackie Joyner-Kersee says the improbable is possible.

Los Angeles Times editorial page editor Andrès Martinez speculates on the upcoming elections in Iraq. Father-son singing duo Eddie and Gerald Levert reflect on the shifting focal points of their music and give a special performance.

Congresswoman-elect Gwen Moore, Wisconsin's first African American representative, says her life is a testament to "never giving up." VOY Group CEO Fernando Espuelas never felt limited by circumstances of the moment.

Outgoing Washington state Gov. Gary Locke discusses the status of the vote for his successor and speculates on possible candidates for the DNC chair. Filmmaker Michael Mann says he makes movies for the impact on the audience.

Kinsey star Liam Neeson considers his choice of film roles and shares his thoughts on Arthur Kinsey and why sex research is necessary.

Former President Jimmy Carter talks about the accomplishments of his administration, the world view of the U.S., faith and politics and his latest book, Sharing Good Times.

Tennis star Venus Williams reflects on her father's impact and balancing tennis with her other ventures. Actress Kate Bosworth discusses the journey to her latest role in the Bobby Darin biopic, Beyond The Sea.

In the first of a two-part conversation, legendary actor Dustin Hoffman reflects on growing up in L.A. and his comfort with stardom.

In part two of his conversation with Tavis, screen legend Dustin Hoffman discusses his career and new movie, Meet the Fockers.

The Motorcycle Diaries exec producer Robert Redford and director Walter Salles discuss the globalization of their film and the state of independent filmmaking.

Entrepreneur Rueben Martinez reflects on the backstory of his winning a 2004 MacArthur Fellowship. Emmy-winning actor and star of The West Wing, John Spencer compares his TV administration to the real one.

Filmmaker Oliver Stone discusses the making of his new movie, Alexander. Musician Lenny Kravitz reflects on being the only African American in rock 'n' roll.

Actor Alan Alda talks about his roles in TV's The West Wing and the new film, The Aviator. Jazz songstress Dianne Reeves says music is like having a good conversation and performs a song from her new holiday CD.

Oscar-winning filmmaker and actor Billy Bob Thornton, star of the new film Friday Night Lights, discusses the lasting impact of his Arkansas upbringing.

Former President Reagan's daughter Patti Davis discusses her new book, The Long Goodbye. Craig T. Nelson reflects on his eight-year hiatus from acting.

Actress Felicity Huffman talks about her hit TV series, Desperate Housewives. Sideways star Paul Giamatti reflects on "falling into acting" with a degree from Yale. (r)

The Brotherhood/Sister Sol's Khary Lazarre-White and Cidra Sebastien discuss the importance of preparing our children to survive in the real world. The Motorcycle Diaries star Gael Garcia Bernal examines political activism on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.

NASA mission specialist Alvin Drew says he longed to become an astronaut after watching the Apollo 7 launch. Funny lady Wanda Sykes reflects on the liberty that comes with being 40 years old.