Oscar-winning actor-director Sir Anthony Hopkins reflects on how he drifted into acting by chance, his upcoming 70th birthday and his screenwriting debut with the film, Slipstream.

Comic legend Don Rickles says when you're selling yourself, you have to be different. Legal analyst-writer Jeffrey Toobin, author of The Nine, offers his insight on the personalities of the Supreme Court justices.

With Election Day one year away, USA Today's Susan Page assesses the political climate. Former CIA operative and Fair Game author Valerie Plame Wilson hopes Americans will pursue information from a variety of sources.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright discusses Al Qaeda and the situation in Pakistan. Actor-author John Lithgow explains his new project, The Poets' Corner.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan, now Middle East Institute president, Wendy Chamberlin assesses the recent actions by President Musharraf. Legendary actor Ernest Borgnine says continuing to work helps him stay young.

Journalist Ron Brownstein discusses the polarization of the political system in the U.S. Men in Trees star Anne Heche says soap operas are the best training ground for TV actors.

Renowned singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell reflects on her career, her long layoff and the inspiration for her new CD, "Shine."

Former longtime NBC News anchor and best-selling author Tom Brokaw reflects on his journalism career, the backstory of his newest book, Boom! and what we've learned since the turbulent '60s.

University of Pittsburgh law professor Jules Lobel says the Iraq war is creating new terrorists. The Who's Roger Daltrey talks about his musical influences.

From Mosul, Iraq, U.S. Army Col. Stephen Twitty, commander of the 4th Brigade Combat Team, discusses the situation inside the country. Grammy-winning reggae and dancehall superstar Shaggy talks about his latest release, "Intoxication."

Prolific singer-songwriter-producer Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds talks about the impact of his upbringing on his music, the source of his nickname and his new CD and tour.

Rock and Rock Hall of Famer James Taylor reflects on getting his start in the business, the rough period of his addiction and says any genre of music can be soulful.

White House hopeful Illinois Sen. Barack Obama discusses getting beyond the gridlock of the Democratic Party of the ‘90s, his support among Black voters.

Former NATO commander and '04 presidential candidate Gen. Wesley Clark discusses the attempt by both major political parties to draft him. Musician Lyle Lovett says being under the radar gives him creative freedom.

Actress Halle Berry talks about the impact of winning an Oscar, having children later in life, her new film--Things We Lost in the Fire--and upcoming projects.

Oscar-nominated actor and best-selling author Alan Alda talks about his longevity in the entertainment business and his new memoir, Things I Overheard While Talking to Myself.

Oscar-winning actor and musician Jamie Foxx weighs in on a variety of subjects, including his turning 40, relationships, what he plans to do when his career lights dim and his latest film, The Kingdom.

Former Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist discusses his involvement in the Save the Children Survive to Five campaign. Golden Globe-winning actress Keri Russell says after starring in the new film, August Rush, we're all capable of so much.

Caspian Rain author Gina Nahai comments on Iran's impact on the Mideast peace talks. Two-time Oscar nominee Laura Linney discusses her latest film, The Savages.

Human Rights Watch associate director Carroll Bogert discusses the impact of cluster munitions. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt says he sees himself as a spiritual religious atheist.

Three-time Grammy-winning R&B superstar Mary J. Blige wants her message to be clear to her audience and tells a story about acknowledging that she's good enough.

Oscar-winning actress Shirley MacLaine talks about her new book, Sage-ing While Age-ing, surviving her opponents and how to stay balanced and keep sanity.