March 2007   
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Former federal prosecutor Richard Smith comments on the Libby trial. Author-poet-essayist Nikki Giovanni reflects on stories yet to be told.

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Maj. Gen. John Hawkins discusses the military's responsibilities to its soldiers. Trailblazer Edward Boyd and journalist Stephanie Capparell describe the backstory of the new book, The Real Pepsi Challenge.

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House Government Reform Committee Chair Rep. Henry Waxman discusses the reconstruction of Iraq. Olympic gold medalist Tommie Smith shares the backstory of his silent gesture of protest at the '68 Games.

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Husband-and-wife team William Cohen and Janet Langhart Cohen believe that hatred kills the American dream. Best-selling author Walter Mosley doesn't think the U.S. can stay within the two-party system.

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Political scientist Thomas Schaller says politics is about spending money where it counts. Oscar-winning screenwriter-producer Bobby Moresco describes his new TV series, The Black Donnellys.

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In his first TV interview since announcing his resignation as NAACP CEO, Bruce Gordon says the organization needs to reinvent itself. Financial expert Suze Orman explains why making money is harder for women.

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Tavis talks with groundbreaking musician-activist Tom Morello, who also performs.

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Tavis talks with multitalented Chris Rock, director and star of the new film, I Think I Love My Wife.

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Former death row inmate Kerry Max Cooke talks about one of the worst examples of police and prosecutor misconduct in U.S. history. Actor-activist Mike Farrell discusses his new autobiography, Just Call Me Mike.

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Tavis talks with Michael Eric Dyson and Ethiopian writer Dinaw Mengestu.

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Volver star Penelope Cruz discusses her pride in being the first Spanish woman nominated for a Best Actress Oscar. Filmmaker James Longley describes making his Oscar-nominated documentary, Iraq in Fragments.

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Humorist and best-selling author P.J. O'Rourke identifies the three things that make the economy grow. Tony-winning singer-actress Audra McDonald reflects on her career and trusting her gut.

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Tavis revisits his conversations with R&B singer-songwriter-actor Chris Brown and hip-hop artist-producer Common.

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Veteran comic-political commentator-talk show host Bill Maher, reflects on season five of his HBO series, Real Time, and weighs in on the presidential campaign, racism and news channels.

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Grammy nominee and soul music legend Sam Moore explains root music. Music producer Phil Ramone discusses his Grammy-winning project with Tony Bennett.

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Filmmaker-political activist Robert Greenwald comments on the media coverage of the war in Iraq. Singer-songwriter Joss Stone says her music is about making people feel.

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University of Texas law professor Steve Bickerstaff shares why he's calling for the resignation of his friend, Alberto Gonzales. Oscar-nominated actor Terrence Howard talks about his newest film, Pride.

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New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson talks about his bid to become the Democratic nominee for the '08 presidential race.

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Tavis talks with Pennsylvania Rep. Joe Sestak and actress Gina Torres, one of the stars of the new film, I Think I Love My Wife.

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Tavis talks with Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley.

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Princeton professor Eddie Glaude offers his definition of leadership. Rapper-turned-actor Ice Cube reflects on his career decisions.

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Children's Defense Fund founder Marian Wright Edelman says if leaders don't vote for health care for children, we shouldn't vote for them. Former U.S. Education Secretary Rod Paige comments on the influence of teachers' unions.

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NBC News correspondent Jane Arraf discusses the latest news from Iraq. Author Anne Lamott talks about sharing her experiences in her new book, Grace (Eventually).

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Political theorist Benjamin Barber criticizes the worldwide obsession with consumerism. Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut talks about his love of challenges and also performs a track from his upcoming CD.

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Former Maryland lieutenant governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend thinks we should get religion back into politics. Comedienne-actress Mo'Nique talks about her comedy special, I Coulda Been Your Cellmate.

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Shows March 2007

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image from Thursday, March 1

Thursday, March 1

Husband-and-wife team William Cohen and Janet Langhart Cohen believe that hatred kills the American dream. Best-selling author Walter Mosley doesn't think the U.S. can stay within the two-party system.


image from Friday, March 2

Friday, March 2

Political scientist Thomas Schaller says politics is about spending money where it counts. Oscar-winning screenwriter-producer Bobby Moresco describes his new TV series, The Black Donnellys.


image from Monday, March 5

Monday, March 5

In his first TV interview since announcing his resignation as NAACP CEO, Bruce Gordon says the organization needs to reinvent itself. Financial expert Suze Orman explains why making money is harder for women.


image from Tuesday, March 6

Tuesday, March 6

Tavis talks with groundbreaking musician-activist Tom Morello, who also performs.


image from Wednesday, March 7

Wednesday, March 7

Tavis talks with multitalented Chris Rock, director and star of the new film, I Think I Love My Wife.


image from Thursday, March 8

Thursday, March 8

Former death row inmate Kerry Max Cooke talks about one of the worst examples of police and prosecutor misconduct in U.S. history. Actor-activist Mike Farrell discusses his new autobiography, Just Call Me Mike.


image from Friday, March 9

Friday, March 9

Tavis talks with Michael Eric Dyson and Ethiopian writer Dinaw Mengestu.


image from Monday, March 12

Monday, March 12

Volver star Penelope Cruz discusses her pride in being the first Spanish woman nominated for a Best Actress Oscar. Filmmaker James Longley describes making his Oscar-nominated documentary, Iraq in Fragments.


image from Tuesday, March 13

Tuesday, March 13

Humorist and best-selling author P.J. O'Rourke identifies the three things that make the economy grow. Tony-winning singer-actress Audra McDonald reflects on her career and trusting her gut.


image from Wednesday, March 14

Wednesday, March 14

Tavis revisits his conversations with R&B singer-songwriter-actor Chris Brown and hip-hop artist-producer Common.


image from Thursday, March 15

Thursday, March 15

Veteran comic-political commentator-talk show host Bill Maher, reflects on season five of his HBO series, Real Time, and weighs in on the presidential campaign, racism and news channels.


image from Friday, March 16

Friday, March 16

Grammy nominee and soul music legend Sam Moore explains root music. Music producer Phil Ramone discusses his Grammy-winning project with Tony Bennett.


image from Monday, March 19

Monday, March 19

Filmmaker-political activist Robert Greenwald comments on the media coverage of the war in Iraq. Singer-songwriter Joss Stone says her music is about making people feel.


image from Tuesday, March 20

Tuesday, March 20

University of Texas law professor Steve Bickerstaff shares why he's calling for the resignation of his friend, Alberto Gonzales. Oscar-nominated actor Terrence Howard talks about his newest film, Pride.


image from Wednesday, March 21

Wednesday, March 21

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson talks about his bid to become the Democratic nominee for the '08 presidential race.


image from Thursday, March 22

Thursday, March 22

Tavis talks with Pennsylvania Rep. Joe Sestak and actress Gina Torres, one of the stars of the new film, I Think I Love My Wife.


image from Friday, March 23

Friday, March 23

Tavis talks with Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley.


image from Monday, March 26

Monday, March 26

Princeton professor Eddie Glaude offers his definition of leadership. Rapper-turned-actor Ice Cube reflects on his career decisions.


image from Tuesday, March 27

Tuesday, March 27

Children's Defense Fund founder Marian Wright Edelman says if leaders don't vote for health care for children, we shouldn't vote for them. Former U.S. Education Secretary Rod Paige comments on the influence of teachers' unions.


image from Wednesday, March 28

Wednesday, March 28

NBC News correspondent Jane Arraf discusses the latest news from Iraq. Author Anne Lamott talks about sharing her experiences in her new book, Grace (Eventually).


image from Thursday, March 29

Thursday, March 29

Political theorist Benjamin Barber criticizes the worldwide obsession with consumerism. Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut talks about his love of challenges and also performs a track from his upcoming CD.


image from Friday, March 30

Friday, March 30

Former Maryland lieutenant governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend thinks we should get religion back into politics. Comedienne-actress Mo'Nique talks about her comedy special, I Coulda Been Your Cellmate.