June 2005   
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Andrew Carroll, founder of The Legacy Project, says the letters he's collected for his best-selling books remind us that war isn't glamorous. Oscar-nominated star Shohreh Aghdashloo comments on U.S. relations with Iran.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Hiltzik discusses what he calls the myths of the Social Security crisis. Filmmaker Akiva Goldsman describes how his upbringing has factored into his journey to success in Hollywood.

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Two outstanding members of USA Today's ‘05 All-USA High School Academic Team, Theo Milonopoulos and Rachel Rizal,explain how they discovered their passion. Hip-hop pioneer and actor Heavy D tells why he made a lifestyle change.

2

Dr. Neil Clark Warren, founder of eHarmony.com, talks about developing healthy relationships. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Joan of Arcadia star Amber Tamblyn reflects on what acting allows her to do.

3

Tavis talks to celebrated actor-director Maximilian Schell and to legendary musician Oscar Brown, Jr., in a repeat of his last televised interview, which also features his performance of "People of Soul."

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Don Hewitt, creator of 60 Minutes, considers ways to attract young people to news programs. Actor Jimmy Smits talks about being the newest addition to The West Wing.

7

Prince gives a rare interview to Tavis, performs live and presents a sneak preview -- the world premier -- of the video for his latest effort, "Musicology."

8

New York Times columnist and Bushworld author Maureen Dowd discusses competing in the "boys' club." The multitalented Erykah Badu describes the values she received from each of her five mothers.

9

Actor Laurence Fishburne, star of the new film Assault on Precinct 13, reflects on his career, his personality and his work with UNICEF.

10

Dr. Peter Whybrow, author of the new book, American Mania, talks about living in the moment in order to live healthily. Award-winning actress Alfre Woodard reflects on living off the land as a child.

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Sen. Mary Landrieu explains the resolution she co-sponsored acknowledging past Senate failures in blocking anti-lynching laws. Cedric the Entertainer shares how he prepared for adapting The Honeymooners.

14

Journalist and best-selling author Jill Nelson says race doesn't trump gender discrimination. Actor Matthew Settle tells what went into making the sweeping summer series Into the West.

15

Pennsylvania Rep. Curt Weldon examines U.S. counterterror strategy. "Folk-soul" singer-songwriter Amos Lee reflects on his success and performs a song from his debut CD.

16

Everything Bad Is Good For You author Steven Johnson argues that popular culture has made Americans smarter. Wu-Tang Clan's The RZA discusses his role as Artist in Residence at this year's L.A. Film Festival.

17

Our "Road to Wealth" series guest, Joe Dunsey, shares why he turned to the Bible for financial guidance. Legendary Egyptian actor Omar Sharif describes the treasures in the King Tut exhibit.

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Foreign policy expert Nancy Soderberg weighs in on the calls for U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq. Jon Cryer, star of CBS' Two and a Half Men, reflects on the pressure of having a hit TV show.

21

Journalist John Merrow discusses the demise of higher education in the U.S. Urban dancers Tommy the Clown & Dragon say kids leave their issues on the dance floor during clownin' and krumpin' battles.

22

In an exclusive conversation, David Dennis, a civil rights worker in Mississippi during "Freedom Summer," ponders the impact of the Killen trial guilty verdict and his work in education.

23

Former Seattle top cop Norm Stamper discusses the problems that afflict American police systems. R&B singer Vivian Green says she doesn't mind telling all in her songs.

24

Healthcare expert Dr. Reed Tuckson discusses report cards for doctors. Film critic Roger Ebert reflects on the influence and success of his work.

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Connecticut Rep. Christopher Shays previews President Bush's speech marking the one-year anniversary of returning sovereignty to the Iraqis. Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington explores his ancestral roots.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough says the U.S. is a work in progress. Writer Joyce Carol Oates wants her work to stand on its own, without gender.

29

Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh reacts to President Bush's address. Fantastic Four and Nip/Tuck star Julian McMahan is making his mark in show biz.

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Former U.S. Army Secretary Clifford Alexander explains how the Army can solve its recruiting woes. PolicyLink founder Angela Blackwell describes the intersection of race and class in health care.

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Bewitched and Cinderella Man producer Penny Marshall reflects on being in a show biz family and says Hollywood turns out so many remakes because it's afraid of original thought.

Shows June 2005

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image from Wednesday, June 1

Wednesday, June 1

Two outstanding members of USA Today's ‘05 All-USA High School Academic Team, Theo Milonopoulos and Rachel Rizal,explain how they discovered their passion. Hip-hop pioneer and actor Heavy D tells why he made a lifestyle change.


image from Thursday, June 2

Thursday, June 2

Dr. Neil Clark Warren, founder of eHarmony.com, talks about developing healthy relationships. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Joan of Arcadia star Amber Tamblyn reflects on what acting allows her to do.


image from Friday, June 3

Friday, June 3

Tavis talks to celebrated actor-director Maximilian Schell and to legendary musician Oscar Brown, Jr., in a repeat of his last televised interview, which also features his performance of "People of Soul."


image from Monday, June 6

Monday, June 6

Don Hewitt, creator of 60 Minutes, considers ways to attract young people to news programs. Actor Jimmy Smits talks about being the newest addition to The West Wing.


image from Tuesday, June 7

Tuesday, June 7

Prince gives a rare interview to Tavis, performs live and presents a sneak preview -- the world premier -- of the video for his latest effort, "Musicology."


image from Wednesday, June 8

Wednesday, June 8

New York Times columnist and Bushworld author Maureen Dowd discusses competing in the "boys' club." The multitalented Erykah Badu describes the values she received from each of her five mothers.


image from Thursday, June 9

Thursday, June 9

Actor Laurence Fishburne, star of the new film Assault on Precinct 13, reflects on his career, his personality and his work with UNICEF.


image from Friday, June 10

Friday, June 10

Dr. Peter Whybrow, author of the new book, American Mania, talks about living in the moment in order to live healthily. Award-winning actress Alfre Woodard reflects on living off the land as a child.


image from Monday, June 13

Monday, June 13

Sen. Mary Landrieu explains the resolution she co-sponsored acknowledging past Senate failures in blocking anti-lynching laws. Cedric the Entertainer shares how he prepared for adapting The Honeymooners.


image from Tuesday, June 14

Tuesday, June 14

Journalist and best-selling author Jill Nelson says race doesn't trump gender discrimination. Actor Matthew Settle tells what went into making the sweeping summer series Into the West.


image from Wednesday, June 15

Wednesday, June 15

Pennsylvania Rep. Curt Weldon examines U.S. counterterror strategy. "Folk-soul" singer-songwriter Amos Lee reflects on his success and performs a song from his debut CD.


image from Thursday, June 16

Thursday, June 16

Everything Bad Is Good For You author Steven Johnson argues that popular culture has made Americans smarter. Wu-Tang Clan's The RZA discusses his role as Artist in Residence at this year's L.A. Film Festival.


image from Friday, June 17

Friday, June 17

Our "Road to Wealth" series guest, Joe Dunsey, shares why he turned to the Bible for financial guidance. Legendary Egyptian actor Omar Sharif describes the treasures in the King Tut exhibit.


image from Monday, June 20

Monday, June 20

Foreign policy expert Nancy Soderberg weighs in on the calls for U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq. Jon Cryer, star of CBS' Two and a Half Men, reflects on the pressure of having a hit TV show.


image from Tuesday, June 21

Tuesday, June 21

Journalist John Merrow discusses the demise of higher education in the U.S. Urban dancers Tommy the Clown & Dragon say kids leave their issues on the dance floor during clownin' and krumpin' battles.


image from Wednesday, June 22

Wednesday, June 22

In an exclusive conversation, David Dennis, a civil rights worker in Mississippi during "Freedom Summer," ponders the impact of the Killen trial guilty verdict and his work in education.


image from Thursday, June 23

Thursday, June 23

Former Seattle top cop Norm Stamper discusses the problems that afflict American police systems. R&B singer Vivian Green says she doesn't mind telling all in her songs.


image from Friday, June 24

Friday, June 24

Healthcare expert Dr. Reed Tuckson discusses report cards for doctors. Film critic Roger Ebert reflects on the influence and success of his work.


image from Monday, June 27

Monday, June 27

Connecticut Rep. Christopher Shays previews President Bush's speech marking the one-year anniversary of returning sovereignty to the Iraqis. Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington explores his ancestral roots.


image from Tuesday, June 28

Tuesday, June 28

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough says the U.S. is a work in progress. Writer Joyce Carol Oates wants her work to stand on its own, without gender.


image from Wednesday, June 29

Wednesday, June 29

Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh reacts to President Bush's address. Fantastic Four and Nip/Tuck star Julian McMahan is making his mark in show biz.


image from Thursday, June 30

Thursday, June 30

Former U.S. Army Secretary Clifford Alexander explains how the Army can solve its recruiting woes. PolicyLink founder Angela Blackwell describes the intersection of race and class in health care.