Tavis . Shows . Video By Guest

M.I.A.
- January 28, 2009
  Hip-hop artist shares her feelings about her Oscar-nominated song from the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack.
- January 28, 2009
  Full interview.
Yo-Yo Ma
- September 29, 2008
  Grammy-winning cellist explains the purpose of his musical talent.
- September 29, 2008
  Full interview.
Wangari Maathai
- April 21, 2009
  Nobel Prize winner comments on excuses used by Africa's leaders to continue human rights violations.
- April 21, 2009
  Full interview.
Bernie Mac
- August 12, 2008
  Tribute to the comedian-actor.
- June 7, 2007
  Bernie Mac discusses loving what you do and being inspired by Bill Cosby.
- June 7, 2007
  Bernie Mac's full interview.
Shirley MacLaine
- November 30, 2007
  Actress and author suggests subjects that schools ought to teach.
Virginia Madsen
- July 1, 2008
  Actress talks about growing up in Chicago and rooting for the Chicago Cubs.
- July 1, 2008
  Full Interview.
Bill Maher
- February 25, 2009
  Comedian-talk show host questions America's idea of manifest destiny and exceptionalism.
- February 25, 2009
  Full interview.
- February 12, 2007
  Comedian-talk show host discusses racism and the 2008 presidential elections (22:54).
David Mamet
- April 29, 2008
  Playwright-director explains how he used his jujitsu training in his new film "Redbelt."
- April 29, 2008
  Full Interview.
Col. Peter Mansoor
- September 30, 2008
  Former U.S. Army Brigade Commander explains why the dual-containment strategy in Iraq failed and how that led to the proxy war being fought today.
- September 30, 2008
  Full interview.
David Maraniss
- August 13, 2008
  Author talks about the extraordinary talents of Rafer Johnson, Wilma Rudolph and Cassius Clay in the 1960 Olympics.
- August 13, 2008
  Full Interview.
Ziggy Marley
- May 4, 2009
  Singer-songwriter explains why he owns and manages his own art.
- May 4, 2009
  Full interview.
Wynton Marsalis
- June 20, 2007
  Wynton Marsalis compares performing in the United States to performing in Europe.
Michel Martin
- September 5, 2008
  Bumiller, Carney, Martin: Discussion about the role of gender in this presidential campaign.
- September 5, 2008
  Full interview.
Steve Martin
- May 19, 2009
  Full Interview
Sen. Mel Martinez
- September 4, 2008
  Florida congressman explains why Sen. John McCain has an opening this election season with Latino voters.
- September 4, 2008
  Full interview.
Mary Mary
- June 25, 2009
  Tina Campbell of Mary Mary talks about how they test their music with sample audiences before releasing it.
- June 25, 2009
  Full interview.
Hugh Masekela
- April 20, 2009
  South African jazz artist talks about meeting and getting advice from Louis Armstrong.
- April 20, 2009
  Full interview.
Greg Mathis
- December 8, 2008
  Television judge discusses the auto bailout, the spirit of Detroit and the poverty in his hometown.
- December 8, 2008
  Full interview.
Dave Matthews
- September 14, 2009
  DMB frontman comments on how losing an integral bandmate changes the group.
- September 14, 2009
  Full interview.
Maxwell
- August 5, 2009
  Singer-songwriter reflects on his time away from the stage and how some people told him that his career was over.
- August 5, 2009
  Full interview.
- May 14, 2009
  Singer-songwriter reflects on his time away from the stage and how some people told him that his career was over.
- May 14, 2009
  Full interview.
Jane Mayer
- July 3, 2009
  Journalist weighs in on President Obama's handling of how Americans treat prisoners.
- July 3, 2009
  Full interview.
- August 7, 2008
  Journalist discusses the conviction of Osama Bin Laden's driver and how the conviction is a victory for the White House.
- August 7, 2008
  Full Interview.
James McAvoy
- June 20, 2008
  Actor explains what he wants his legacy to be and what it was like working with Morgan Freeman.
- June 20, 2008
  Full Interview
James McBride
- February 20, 2008
  Best-selling author and musician explains historical fiction and tells why he writes it.
Nathan McCall
- December 7, 2007
  Author discusses how to get traction on a real conversation about Black men in America.
Scott McClellan
- June 16, 2008
  Former White House press secretary discusses his upcoming testimony on the outing of CIA operative Valerie Plame.
- June 16, 2008
  Full Interview
Mary McCormack
- June 15, 2009
  Actress discusses the witness protection program.
- June 15, 2009
  Full interview.
Eric McCormack
- May 23, 2008
  Star of "Will and Grace" explains the views people have on a straight actor playing a gay character.
Dylan McDermott
- August 17, 2009
  Actor explains why he took the name 'Dylan.'
- August 17, 2009
  Full interview.
Alden McDonald
- August 8, 2008
  New Orleans bank CEO discusses his disappointment that their call to host one of the upcoming presidential debates went unanswered.
- August 8, 2008
  Full Interview.
Reba McEntire
- August 25, 2009
  Country queen comments on writing a song about turning 50 and shares how she celebrated her 50th birthday.
- August 25, 2009
  Full interview.
Tim McGraw
- October 28, 2009
  Three-time Grammy winner shares his feelings on discovering who his father was and how it impacted his vision of himself.
- October 28, 2009
  Full Interview
Danica McKellar
- August 14, 2007
  Wonder Years actress says she wants to put a friendly face on math.
Sarah McLachlan
- November 14, 2008
  Singer-songwriter describes how her writing has been successful and what it took to maintain creative freedom.
- November 14, 2008
  Full interview.
Thomas F. "Mack" McLarty
- November 10, 2008
  Former White House chief of staff shares his thoughts on Rahm Emanuel as President-elect Obama's chief of staff pick.
- November 10, 2008
  Full interview.
Ian McShane
- March 10, 2009
  British actor explains why his new series, NBC's Kings, feels more like cable than a major network show.
- March 10, 2009
  Full interview.
Ken Mehlman
- March 12, 2008
  Former RNC chairman explains John McCain's broad appeal.
Sen. Robert Menendez
- February 11, 2009
  Senate Banking Committee member argues that GOP opposition to the economic rescue bill was partisan and not based on principle.
- February 11, 2009
  Full interview.
S. Epatha Merkerson
- June 20, 2007
  S. Epatha Merkerson explains how her hair allows her a little anonymity.
Nell Merlino
- March 11, 2008
  Full interview.
Pras Michel
- August 20, 2007
  Former Fugees member discusses whether the group will ever get back together.
- August 20, 2007
  The Fugees' Pras Michel talks about his documentary on being homeless in America. Full interview.
Rep. George Miller
- October 31, 2007
  Full interview.
Aaron David Miller
- April 11, 2008
  Full Interview.
Joni Mitchell
- November 9, 2007
  Singer-songwriter talks about smoking since age nine and her unusual aura.
Azadeh Moaveni
- June 5, 2009
  Time magazine's contributing writer on the Middle East talks about the difficulty working as a journalist in Iran.
- June 5, 2009
  Full interview.
Michelle Monaghan
- October 20, 2009
  Actress explains the excitement of playing a strong independent female character in the film Truckers.
- October 20, 2009
  Full Interview
Warren Moon
- August 17, 2009
  NFL Hall of Fame quarterback weighs in on how the fans in Philadelphia will react to Michael Vick's return.
- August 17, 2009
  Full interview.
Paul Mooney
- November 18, 2009
  Mooney talks about staying away from drugs when those closest to him were wrapped up in them.
- November 18, 2009
  Full Interview
Mandy Moore
- June 1, 2009
  Singer-actress performs a song from her new CD.
- June 1, 2009
  Full interview.
Michael Moore
- September 29, 2009
  Filmmaker Michael Moore and Tavis discuss President Obama's performance thus far.
- September 29, 2009
  Full interview
- June 28, 2007
  The Oscar-winning filmmaker discusses SiCKO. Full Interview.
Carlos Moore
- February 10, 2009
  Activist discusses how Black Cubans see the election of Barack Obama and why some of them think the president will change U.S. policy towards Cuba.
- February 10, 2009
  Full interview.
Tom Morello
- October 1, 2008
  Musician-activist tells the story of Rage Against the Machines run-in with riot police at the conventions.
- October 1, 2008
  Full interview.
- April 24, 2007
  Musician-activist performs "House Gone Up In Flames" from his debut CD, The Nightwatchman.
- March 6, 2007
  Musician-activist performs "House Gone Up In Flames" from his debut CD, The Nightwatchman.
Marc Morial
- August 29, 2008
  Panel discussion on whether Sen. Obama's nomination marks the end of Black politics: Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West, and Matt Bai
- August 29, 2008
  DNC Wrap-Up: Full interview.
Alanis Morissette
- June 12, 2008
  Full interview
Toni Morrison
- November 19, 2008
  Pulitizer Prize-winning author describes her creative process and what drives her to write.
- November 19, 2008
  Full interview.
Greg Mortenson
- February 11, 2009
  Humanitarian discusses what about his book has connected with readers.
- February 11, 2009
  Full interview.
Walter Mosley
- October 24, 2007
  Novelist discusses the importance of including Black, male heroes in his writing.
Alonzo Mourning
- October 9, 2008
  NBA all-star explains why he is determined to return to the game of basketball.
- October 9, 2008
  Full interview.
Bill Moyers
- May 13, 2008
  Television host discusses his interview with Rev. Jeremiah Wright.
Marwan Muasher
- June 26, 2008
  Former Jordanian foreign minister explains why Sec. Condoleezza Rice's work in the Middle East might be too little too late.
- June 26, 2008
  Full interview.
Luma Mufleh
- June 19, 2009
  Fugees' coach discusses the political tensions associated with her team of refugee kids playing soccer.
- June 19, 2009
  Full interview.
Adm. Michael Mullen
- September 22, 2008
  Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman gives his thoughts on the recent bombing at the Marriott Hotel in Pakistan.
- September 22, 2008
  Full interview.
Heraldo Munoz
- December 12, 2008
  The ambassador discusses the state of democracy in Latin America.
- December 12, 2008
  Full interview.
Dee Dee Myers
- February 25, 2008
  Former White House press secretary explains how being a woman has impacted Sen. Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign.