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Books

 

GUESTS

  • Mitch Albom
    Friday, November 6, 2009
    Multitalented writer gives his take on why his books are perpetual best sellers and talks about his work with the homeless in his Detroit hometown.
  • Susie Essman
    Thursday, November 5, 2009
    Curb Your Enthusiasm star explains why she is so open in her new memoir and reflects on finding her voice doing stand-up.
  • Lee Eisenberg
    Thursday, November 5, 2009
    Shoptimism author describes differences between men and women in compulsive buying and how the Internet has affected consumer behavior.
  • Robert Wagner
    Wednesday, November 4, 2009
    Emmy-nominated actor talks about his newly released memoir, Pieces of My Heart.
  • Nomi Prins
    Tuesday, November 3, 2009
    Journalist and Wall Street veteran examines the backstory of America's financial situation and speculates on whether the Glass-Steagall Act should be reinstituted.
  • Madeleine Albright
    Wednesday, October 28, 2009
    Former Secretary of State weighs in on the situations in Pakistan, Afhanistan and Iraq and explains the correlation between pins and foreign policy.
  • Nicholas Kristof
    Tuesday, October 27, 2009
    New York Times' columnist explains the title of his new book and shares a standout story on empowering women.
  • Haleh Esfandiari
    Tuesday, October 27, 2009
    Director of the Middle East Program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars describes the circumstances around her imprisonment in Iran.
  • Malcolm Gladwell
    Monday, October 26, 2009
    Best-selling author and New Yorker staff writer explains his motivation for writing and assesses his body of work.
  • Robin D. G. Kelley
    Monday, October 26, 2009
    Cultural historian shares stories from his new biography of Thelonious Monk.
  • Andy Williams
    Friday, October 23, 2009
    Legendary entertainer shares stories from his new memoir and reflects on highlights of his career.
  • Rep. Ron Paul
    Wednesday, October 21, 2009
    Former presidential candidate weighs in on the situation in Afghanistan and explains points made in his book, End the Fed.
  • Vali Nasr
    Tuesday, October 20, 2009
    Middle East scholar analyzes what the U.S. needs to understand about the region and missed opportunities in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
  • Michael Chabon
    Monday, October 19, 2009
    Best-selling author talks about fatherhood and his new book, Manhood for Amateurs.
  • Dr. Terrence Roberts
    Friday, October 16, 2009
    One of the 'Little Rock Nine' reflects on the therapeutic process of writing his memoir and whether the experience was worth it.
  • Serena Williams
    Wednesday, October 14, 2009
    Tennis great explains the most difficult part of re-gaining the No. 1 ranking and discusses what she ultimately wants to accomplish beyond tennis.
  • James Ellroy
    Tuesday, October 13, 2009
    Best-selling novelist explains how he chose his latest book's title and the influence of his personal narrative on his characters.
  • Karen Armstrong
    Friday, October 9, 2009
    Religious scholar and author of The Case for God says quarreling about religion is counterproductive.
  • Nick Hornby
    Friday, October 9, 2009
    Best-selling novelist and screenwriter explains what makes a literary work authentic and discusses whether his process changes when he knows his writing may be adapted for film.
  • Dr. Cornel West
    Thursday, October 8, 2009
    Princeton professor shares stories from his new memoir, Brother West.
  • Max Blumenthal
    Monday, October 5, 2009
    Journalist, blogger and author of Republican Gomorrah assesses whether there is hope for the GOP.
  • James Brown
    Thursday, October 1, 2009
    CBS Sports' broadcaster weighs in on the NFL season so far, including Michael Vick's return to the league, and explains the subtitle of his new book.
  • Tom Ridge
    Wednesday, September 30, 2009
    Former Homeland Security secretary comments on securing U.S.-Mexican borders, the role of the economy in the safety of the U.S. and explains why he wrote the book, The Test of Our Times.
  • Frank Luntz
    Friday, September 25, 2009
    Communications consultant discusses the pushback towards President Obama and how anger has played itself out over the last few months.
  • R. Dwayne Betts
    Thursday, September 17, 2009
    A Question of Freedom author and Campaign for Youth Justice national spokesperson reflects on his time in prison, his success after his release and the need to be more involved in the lives of young people.
  • Ted Kennedy, Jr.
    Wednesday, September 16, 2009
    Son of the late Massachusetts senator discusses growing up in a political family, handling criticism of his father and the senator's newly-released memoir.
  • Fred Kaplan
    Thursday, September 3, 2009
    Journalist and author of 1959: The Year Everything Changed>/em> describes some of the revolutions that made '59 such a pivotal year.
  • Alex S. Jones
    Tuesday, September 1, 2009
    Former New York Times media critic, now director of Harvard's Shorenstein Center, talks about the state of the news business and the importance of investigative journalism.
  • Robert Baer
    Monday, August 31, 2009
    Former CIA officer weighs in on the U.S. Attorney General's decision to investigate the agency.
  • Douglas Brinkley
    Friday, August 28, 2009
    New Orleans-based presidential historian reflects on Sen. Edward Kennedy's legacy and discusses the progress of his city's post-Katrina rebuilding efforts.
  • Eric Sundquist
    Thursday, August 27, 2009
    UCLA literature professor assesses the speeches of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • Dean Koontz
    Tuesday, August 25, 2009
    Megaselling author describes his difficult childhood, his special bond with dogs and the choice to be happy.
  • Warren Moon
    Monday, August 17, 2009
    Former NFL quarterback reflects on being the first African American QB inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • David Faber
    Friday, August 14, 2009
    CNBC host reflects on whether Wall Street has learned any lessons and if the U.S. economy has yet to hit bottom.
  • Katty Kay
    Friday, August 7, 2009
    BBC Washington correspondent and Womenomics co-author discusses the difference between balance and settling.
  • Vernon Jordan
    Thursday, August 6, 2009
    Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor discusses the future of capitalism and how President Obama is doing.
  • Diahann Carroll, Jessica Queller
    Friday, July 10, 2009
    Celebrity breast cancer survivors share their experiences.
  • Peter Peterson
    Thursday, July 9, 2009
    The Blackstone Group co-founder and former commerce secretary explains why he committed $1 billion to his foundation.
  • David Ignatius
    Monday, July 6, 2009
    The Washington Post's describes his latest novel and weighs in on President Obama's trip to Russia.
  • Jane Mayer
    Friday, July 3, 2009
    Best selling author talks about her new book, The Dark Side.
  • Malina Saval
    Friday, July 3, 2009
    Journalist-author explains her attempt to debunk stereotypes about teenage dads in her new book.
  • Katty Kay
    Friday, June 26, 2009
    BBC Washington correspondent and Womenomics co-author discusses the difference between balance and settling.
  • Rick Steves
    Friday, June 19, 2009
    Travel writer says Americans shouldn't get sidetracked by how they are perceived when traveling to foreign countries.
  • Ali Sethi
    Wednesday, June 17, 2009
    Pakastani journalist explains what it's like for a young person living in his native country and talks about his debut novel.
  • Marina Nemat
    Tuesday, June 16, 2009
    Iranian writer weighs in on the outcome of the election in her native country.
  • Jerry Leiber; Mike Stoller
    Tuesday, June 16, 2009
    Pioneering songwriting and producing duo reflect on their introduction to music, how they became partners and on their vast catalogue.
  • Colson Whitehead
    Friday, June 12, 2009
    Award-winning writer explains how African Americans who are not affluent connect to the story told in his new book.
  • Larry King
    Thursday, June 11, 2009
    Emmy- and two-time Peabody Award-winning talk show host comments on his sense of betrayal when his father died.
  • Joe Scarborough
    Wednesday, June 10, 2009
    Joe Scarborough, host of MSNBCs Morning Joe, talks about redefining conservatism and the power of Rush Limbaugh in the GOP.
  • Dr. Mary Frances Berry
    Tuesday, June 9, 2009
    History professor explains the work of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, which she formerly chaired, and how the bipartisan body became so political.
  • Azadeh Moaveni
    Friday, June 5, 2009
    Journalist discusses how relations with the West factor into the upcoming election in Iran.
  • Vernon Jordan
    Thursday, June 4, 2009
    Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor discusses the future of capitalism, how President Obama is doing and the GOP strategy to oppose Judge Sotomayor's Supreme Court nomination.
  • Bill Russell
    Friday, May 22, 2009
    NBA Hall of Famer discusses his relationship with legendary coach Red Auerbach.
  • Reza Aslan
    Wednesday, May 20, 2009
    Religions scholar, Islam expert and award-winning writer talks about Iran's missile launch test and explains his new book.
  • Richard Haass
    Monday, May 18, 2009
    Foreign policy expert talks about his new book on the two Iraq wars and weighs in on the president's engagement in the peace process.
  • Dr. William Baker
    Monday, May 11, 2009
    Broadcasting industry veteran explains why he's so focused on kindness and offers advice to Wall Street bosses and the president.
  • Joe Queenan
    Monday, May 11, 2009
    Satirist talks about his new memoir and reflects on the influence of Catholicism and surrogate fathers on his surviving growing up in a tough neighborhood with tough parents.
  • Patti Davis
    Thursday, May 7, 2009
    Best-selling author discusses things everyday women can learn from stories of prominent women.
  • Dr. Walter Earl Fluker
    Thursday, May 7, 2009
    Executive director of Morehouse College's Leadership Center, defines ethical leadership and explains ethics versus morality.
  • Darryl Strawberry
    Wednesday, May 6, 2009
    Former baseball All Star opens up about why he chose to tell all in his new memoir, Straw: Finding My Way.
  • Sam Haskell
    Tuesday, May 5, 2009
    Former worldwide head of TV for the William Morris Agency comments on the impact of his Mississippi upbringing and his relationship with his mother.
  • Thomas Cahill
    Monday, May 4, 2009
    Best-selling author rounts the story of Dominique Green, the subject of his new book, A Saint on Death Row.
  • Mary Higgins Clark
    Friday, May 1, 2009
    Author describes how she draws upon her own life in her books and talks about honesty as a prerequisite for her storytelling.
  • Joshua Cooper Ramo
    Thursday, April 30, 2009
    Former journalist turned strategic consultant talks about spending time in the Middle East and says the U.S. needs to recalibrate its instincts.
  • Mike Krzyzewski
    Thursday, April 30, 2009
    Head of the Duke University men's basketball program, describes his coaching style and speculates on what can be expected from his team.
  • Kristin Chenoweth
    Wednesday, April 29, 2009
    Tony-winning Broadway star explains why she reads what critics write.
  • Leslie Gelb
    Wednesday, April 22, 2009
    President emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and former New York Times editor explains how the definition of U.S. power has changed.
  • Wangari Maathai
    Tuesday, April 21, 2009
    Environmental activist and Nobel laureate discusses her time in the U.S. during the civil rights era, the negative media attention on Africa and challenges for the African citizenry.
  • Dara Torres
    Thursday, April 16, 2009
    Olympic gold medalist talks about her battle with bulimia, shares how she stays focused and offers advice on making a comeback.
  • Abraham Verghese
    Tuesday, April 14, 2009
    Physician explains the takeaway of his medical novel, Cutting Stone, and talks about the quality of medical training around the world and issues involved in healthcare reform.
  • Mark Robert Waldman
    Friday, April 10, 2009
    Therapist explains the greatest value of his research.
  • Seth Davis
    Friday, April 3, 2009
    Sports writer explains what made the '79 NCAA championship game so transformative.
  • William Cohan
    Tuesday, March 31, 2009
    Former investigative reporter and investment banker examines what went wrong on Wall Street.
  • Carla Harris
    Thursday, March 26, 2009
    Wall Street exec says being the architect of your own agenda is a key to success.
  • Dr. Keith Black
    Tuesday, March 24, 2009
    World-renowned neurosurgeon discusses the issues of healthcare for the poor and faith vs. science.
  • Tricia Rose
    Thursday, March 19, 2009
    Brown University Africana studies professor explains why hip-hop is ostracized, yet rises to the level of being studied.
  • Zoe Heller
    Thursday, March 19, 2009
    London-born novelist comments on adapting novels to film.
  • Thomas P.M. Barnett
    Wednesday, March 18, 2009
    National security affairs expert discusses America's place in a post-Bush world.
  • Dan Baum
    Monday, March 16, 2009
    Journalist talks about his acclaimed new book project on the people of New Orleans, Nine Lives.
  • Tony Dungy
    Friday, March 13, 2009
    Super Bowl-winning coach talks about the need to reinforce good behavior in players at an early age.
  • T.C. Boyle
    Friday, February 27, 2009
    Celebrated writer talks about finding the comfort zone fictionalizing historical figures and explains why he wrote a book about Frank Lloyd Wright.
  • Jeffrey Sachs
    Friday, February 27, 2009
    Economist discusses the end of American dominance and how the U.S. can afford to do what it has to do globally.
  • Adam Cohen
    Tuesday, February 24, 2009
    Journalist and author of Nothing to Fear: FDR's Inner Circle and the Hundred Days That Created Modern America compares the current crisis and the Great Depression.
  • Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson
    Friday, February 13, 2009
    Astrophysicist explains how he generated the media attention around Pluto.
  • David Denby
    Friday, February 13, 2009
    The New Yorker journalist distinguishes between snark and public commentary.
  • Greg Mortenson
    Wednesday, February 11, 2009
    Pennies for Peace founder argues that unless girls are educated, society can't change.
  • Carlos Moore
    Tuesday, February 10, 2009
    Cuban political scientist offers his thoughts on Fidel Castro's legacy.
  • Suze Orman
    Monday, February 9, 2009
    Personal finance expert weighs in on the battle over President Obama's economic stimulus plan and offers her take on the current crisis.
  • Dr. Martin Indyk
    Monday, February 2, 2009
    Former U.S. ambassador to Israel describes what happened behind the scenes when President Clinton tried to broker peace in the Middle East.
  • Janis Kearney
    Tuesday, January 27, 2009
    Presidential diarist offers some advice to the person President Obama may hire as his diarist.
  • Stephen J. Cannell
    Tuesday, January 27, 2009
    TV writer-author explains the backstory of his famous corporate ID and describes the residual benefit of his overcoming dyslexia.
  • Maya Angelou
    Monday, January 19, 2009
    Celebrated writer discusses her new book, reflects on the importance of "home" and discusses the importance of being respectful.
  • Bill Strickland
    Wednesday, January 14, 2009
    Job training expert discusses the irony of the upcoming inauguration of an African American president when the current economic crisis has devastated the African American community.
  • John Corcoran
    Thursday, December 18, 2008
    Author of The Bridge to Literacy describes life masquerading as literate.
  • Mia Kirshner
    Tuesday, December 16, 2008
    L Word star and author of a new book explains why she feels her skills are more appropriate for a writing career than an acting career.
  • Heraldo Munoz
    Friday, December 12, 2008
    Chile's ambassador to the U.N. describes how he developed a friendship with Condoleezza Rice at a young age.
  • Michael Phelps
    Thursday, December 11, 2008
    Olympic gold medalist discusses his childhood ADHD diagnosis and overmedicating children.
  • Niall Ferguson
    Wednesday, December 10, 2008
    Historian and The Ascent of Money author discusses solutions for the global economic crisis.
  • Arianna Huffington
    Tuesday, December 9, 2008
    The Huffington Post Complete Guide to Blogging author discusses where she thinks the blogosphere is headed.
  • Annie Leibovitz
    Tuesday, December 9, 2008
    World-renowned photographer explains what it was like photographing Barack Obama on the campaign trail.
  • Greg Mathis
    Monday, December 8, 2008
    TV judge talks about being on the air for 10 years and explains why he thinks it's been so popular.
  • Immaculée Illibagiza
    Thursday, December 4, 2008
    Rwandan genocide survivor says fear challenged her Catholic faith.
  • Malcolm Gladwell
    Thursday, December 4, 2008
    Best-selling author and writer for The New Yorker, explains why expertise in any field requires 10,000 hours of practice.
  • Quincy Jones
    Tuesday, December 2, 2008
    Legendary musician-composer-producer reflects on learning his craft from music greats, recording the single that helped fight famine in Africa and writing his new memoir.
  • Toni Morrison
    Wednesday, November 19, 2008
    Nobel laureate and Pulitzer Prize-winning author discusses the historical significance of the presidential election.
  • Ted Turner
    Tuesday, November 18, 2008
    Media mogul-philanthropist explains how he managed to keep his strong opinions out of CNN's coverage and discusses his new memoir, Call Me Ted.
  • Earvin "Magic" Johnson
    Monday, November 17, 2008
    NBA hall-of-famer and entrepreneur shares the childhood advice he received from his father that has made him the successful businessman that he is today.
  • Cathleen Falsani
    Friday, November 14, 2008
    Chicago Sun-Times' religion columnist explains why people must sin boldly and how grace factors into the sinners life.
  • Rep. Barbara Lee
    Thursday, November 13, 2008
    California Congresswoman tells Tavis that the first protest in her life was the fight to allow African American students to try out for her schools cheerleading team.
  • Jeffrey Toobin
    Wednesday, November 12, 2008
    New Yorker writer discusses the pressure that exists to add women and people of color to the Supreme Court.
  • Ben Ratliff
    Wednesday, November 12, 2008
    Jazz critic for The New York Times explains what The Jazz Ear means.
  • Jeff Henderson
    Tuesday, November 11, 2008
    Chef and former convicted felon explains how cooking at a Tavis Smiley Foundation event gave him the confidence to take the next steps in his culinary career.
  • Victoria Rowell
    Friday, November 7, 2008
    Actress, author and activist explains why her life story is not just a foster care story.
  • Thomas L. Friedman
    Thursday, October 30, 2008
    Three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and best-selling author talks about the potential for unifying America around environmental issues.
  • Jacques Pepin
    Wednesday, October 29, 2008
    French chef explains how he fell in love with cooking, got started on TV and his friendship with Julia Child.
  • Randee St. Nicholas
    Friday, October 24, 2008
    Photographer discusses her collaboration with musician Prince on the 21 Nights project.
  • David J. Wolpe
    Friday, October 24, 2008
    Rabbi explains why faith matters and what advice he gives to people who come to him for counsel about faith and happiness.
  • Marian Wright Edelman
    Thursday, October 23, 2008
    Children Defense Fund founder discusses her battle with the Bush Administration on its use of the CDF trademark.
  • Paul Theroux
    Tuesday, October 21, 2008
    Travel writer says although the U.S. is a multi-cultural society, the melting pot doesn't melt that much.
  • Van Jones
    Monday, October 20, 2008
    Environmental advocate describes what the presidential candidates can do to advance the green collar movement.
  • Robert Baer
    Thursday, October 16, 2008
    Former CIA officer explains how the U.S. mangled its handling of relations with the Middle East .
  • Tim Reid, Tom Dreesen
    Tuesday, October 14, 2008
    Comedians and co-authors of Tim & Tom explain how they began their interracial comedy team.
  • Richard Belzer
    Monday, October 13, 2008
    Actor-comedian describes how his Law & Order: SVU character and the show have impacted his view of police officers, crime and victims.
  • Peggy Noonan
    Friday, October 10, 2008
    Columnist-author explains why nationalism is not what the world needs.
  • Alonzo Mourning
    Thursday, October 9, 2008
    NBA all-star discusses how faith will help him through the disappointment if he's not able to return to basketball.
  • Rinku Sen, Fekkak Mamdouh
    Monday, October 6, 2008
    Activists explain what it means to be an accidental American.
  • Kerry Kennedy
    Thursday, October 2, 2008
    Human rights activist-author says even Jesus had a problem with the church.
  • Col. Peter Mansoor
    Tuesday, September 30, 2008
    Former U.S. Army Brigade Commander describes what it's like to fight a war while being consistently under-resourced.
  • Farnaz Fassihi
    Tuesday, September 30, 2008
    Journalist-author explains why Americans should care about the people of Iraq.
  • Geoff Canada, Paul Tough
    Friday, September 26, 2008
    Harlem Children's Zone CEO and journalist-author talk about the inspiration of the anti-poverty program.
  • Dionne Warwick
    Thursday, September 25, 2008
    Music legend discusses how she went from the church to the charts in her career and talks about her new children's book, Say a Little Prayer.
  • Helene Cooper
    Wednesday, September 24, 2008
    Journalist-author describes the events that took her family from Liberia to Tennessee in the space of two months.
  • Thomas Frank
    Tuesday, September 23, 2008
    Social critic describes how the conservative movement wins votes by playing the outsider role.
  • David Zirin
    Monday, September 22, 2008
    Sportswriter says that sports and politics do not exist in different worlds.
  • Joseph Stiglitz
    Friday, September 19, 2008
    Nobel laureate-economist says U.S. economic woes are undermining the country's security.
  • Alan Alda
    Wednesday, September 17, 2008
    Emmy-winning actor and best-selling author talks about being in the present moment.
  • Bart Gellman
    Wednesday, September 17, 2008
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist explains his new book--an in-depth look at the Cheney vice presidency.
  • Bernard-Henri Levy
    Tuesday, September 16, 2008
    French philosopher-author explains anti-Americanism.
  • Bing West
    Tuesday, September 16, 2008
    Former assistant defense secretary says the next president should be aware that Afghanistan will be harder than Iraq.
  • Frank Luntz
    Friday, August 22, 2008
    Political consultant explains why Sen. Obama has been losing ground in the polls to Sen. McCain.
  • Iyanla Vanzant
    Thursday, August 21, 2008
    Motivational speaker explains why she reprised her first published work, Tapping the Power Within, some 20 years later.
  • Gustav Niebuhr
    Friday, August 15, 2008
    Author explains why the idea of tolerance is not enough when it comes to religion in American society.
  • Rep. Diana DeGette
    Thursday, August 14, 2008
    Colorado Representative and Chief Deputy Whip discusses her book, Sex, Science, and Stem Cells, the right wing and the Christian Coalition.
  • David Maraniss
    Wednesday, August 13, 2008
    Pulitzer Prize-winner and "Rome 1960" author says "the old days" weren't that good for African American and women athletes.
  • Rep. Nancy Pelosi
    Monday, August 11, 2008
    House Speaker discusses sexism in Congress, explains why American society is indebted to Sen. Hillary Clinton and comments on whether the U.S. is ready for an African American president.
  • Jane Mayer
    Thursday, August 7, 2008
    "The New Yorker" journalist offers her impression of the detention center in Guantanamo Bay, as reported in her new book.
  • Thurston Clarke
    Tuesday, August 5, 2008
    Historian describes pivotal moments in Robert F. Kennedy's political career.
  • Eric Liu
    Friday, July 4, 2008
    The True Patriot co-author describes patriotism and how it's expressed by citizens.
  • Lee A. Daniels
    Friday, July 4, 2008
    Journalist explains the role national African American organizations play in the lives of Blacks today.
  • David Iglesias
    Tuesday, July 1, 2008
    Former U.S. attorney discusses the fate of key Bush White House staff in light of the investigation into the '06 Justice Department purge.
  • Jeremy Scahill
    Monday, June 30, 2008
    Investigative journalist and Blackwater author explains why the U.S. needs a private army in Iraq.
  • Kevin Nealon
    Friday, June 27, 2008
    Weeds star comments on the strange requests he gets from fans of the show.
  • Naomi Klein
    Friday, June 27, 2008
    Author of The Shock Doctrine describes lessons to be learned from the U.S. government's recent use of disaster capitalism.
  • Ta-Nehisi and Paul Coates
    Thursday, June 26, 2008
    Author and father discuss overcoming the struggle African American men often have in dealing with their environment.
  • Marwan Muasher
    Thursday, June 26, 2008
    Former Jordanian foreign minister reflects on the assassination of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin.
  • Evan Handler
    Wednesday, June 25, 2008
    Sex and the City and Californication star explains how he found faith and trust while battling leukemia and a grim prognosis.
  • Peter Gosselin
    Tuesday, June 24, 2008
    Economics correspondent explains how American families are facing a precarious financial situation.
  • Salman Rushdie
    Friday, June 20, 2008
    Author of the new book The Enchantress of Florence says, in the end, you can't escape your imagination.
  • Eric Etheridge
    Thursday, June 19, 2008
    Journalist-photographer explains how obtaining mug shots of Freedom Riders transformed his latest book.
  • Oscar De La Hoya
    Wednesday, June 18, 2008
    Olympic gold medalist and six-time world boxing champion talks about his new memoir.
  • Robert Bryce
    Tuesday, June 17, 2008
    Energy journalist analyzes the oil price and production rhetoric that the candidates have used on the presidential campaign trail.
  • Scott McClellan
    Monday, June 16, 2008
    Former White House press secretary remembers Tim Russert and explains the importance of seeking and uncovering the truth.
  • Sen. Jim Webb
    Wednesday, June 11, 2008
    Virginia senator, rumored to be on the Democratic VP list, explains how the "two Americas" paradigm must be updated.
  • Sidney Poitier
    Tuesday, June 10, 2008
    Acclaimed actor Sidney Poitier shares the story of what his mother's visit to a soothsayer revealed about his future and tackles the question of the purpose of his life.
  • Sidney Poitier
    Monday, June 9, 2008
    Oscar-winning actor and best-selling author describes his first experiences with American racism and explains the lesson that he wants to pass along to his granddaughter.
  • Sarah Sentilles
    Friday, June 6, 2008
    A Church of Her Own author describes her journey into the church and the difficulties she faced as a woman.
  • Richard Clarke
    Thursday, June 5, 2008
    Former National Security Advisor describes the impact political appointees in government posts have on America's security.
  • Mark Bowden
    Thursday, June 5, 2008
    The Best Game Ever author discusses the role racial discrimination played in the NFL in the early days.
  • Ted Sorensen
    Wednesday, June 4, 2008
    Former special counsel and advisor to President John Kennedy explains how he deals with the anniversary of Robert Kennedy's assassination.
  • Bertie Bowman
    Tuesday, June 3, 2008
    The longest serving African American on the U.S. Capitol Hill staff reflects on how he was able to keep friendships with senators who were staunch segregation proponents.
  • Betty White
    Monday, June 2, 2008
    Emmy-winning actress explains how she came to love animals as a child.
  • Arianna Huffington
    Friday, May 23, 2008
    Syndicated columnist and and Right is Wrong author compares the right and left "lunatic fringes."
  • Jonathan Rieder
    Thursday, May 22, 2008
    Barnard sociologist and author of The Word of the Lord is Upon Me describes the artistry and the humorous side of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  • Fareed Zakaria
    Tuesday, May 20, 2008
    Global political trends expert explains the title of his latest book, The Post-American World.
  • Barbara Walters
    Friday, May 16, 2008
    Groundbreaking broadcast journalist reflects on the chapter in her new memoir that was the hardest to write.
  • Pico Iyer
    Thursday, May 15, 2008
    Journalist discusses the politics of the current Dalai Lama.
  • Bill Moyers
    Tuesday, May 13, 2008
    Journalist and TV host reflects on the role his interview with Rev. Wright played in the public's view of the Chicago pastor.
  • Susan Neiman
    Tuesday, May 13, 2008
    Philosopher explains the title of her new book and why Sen. Obama is the embodiment of grown-up idealism.
  • Sen. Harry Reid
    Monday, May 12, 2008
    Senate Majority Leader comments on when he thinks the Democratic Party will have a nominee.
  • Henry Winkler
    Friday, May 9, 2008
    Actor-director-author describes how he discovered that he was dyslexic.
  • Richard Zoglin
    Friday, May 9, 2008
    Author of Comedy at the Edge, explains how stand-up comedy in the late '70s changed America.
  • President Jimmy Carter
    Wednesday, May 7, 2008
    Nobel laureate and former president shares his thoughts on what will happen to the Democratic Party after the nominee is chosen.
  • John Dean, Barry Goldwater, Jr.
    Tuesday, May 6, 2008
    Co-authors of Pure Goldwater share what they believe Sen. Goldwater's thoughts would be on the GOP and its presumptive presidential nominee John McCain.
  • Tobias Wolff
    Friday, May 2, 2008
    Acclaimed writer explains the meaning behind the title of his latest book and how listening to stories has become a lost art.
  • Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina
    Friday, May 2, 2008
    Chair of Dartmouth's English department shares the backstory of her nonfiction book, Mr. and Mrs. Prince.
  • Douglas A. Blackmon
    Thursday, May 1, 2008
    "WSJ" bureau chief and author of "Slavery by Another Name" defines what he calls the "re-enslavement" of African Americans and tells how it occurred.
  • Amy Goodman
    Thursday, May 1, 2008
    Democracy Now! host and author of "Standing Up to the Madness" explains how the Patriot Act has impacted Americans' civil liberties.
  • Cokie Roberts
    Wednesday, April 30, 2008
    Journalist and best-selling author talks about the Democratic primary season and explains why she likes to write about women in history.
  • Andrew Bridge
    Tuesday, April 29, 2008
    Author of Hope's Boy shares the emotional story of his mother's battle with schizophrenia and his experience in foster care.
  • Richard Price
    Monday, April 28, 2008
    Richard Price explains why his new novel, Lush Life, is not a crime novel but a novel with a crime in it.
  • Richard Thaler
    Friday, April 25, 2008
    Behavioral economist explains decision research and why it's valuable to study how people make decisions.
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  • Cynthia Cooper
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    Former WorldCom VP describes the personal toll of being a whistle-blower and what it's like to face your boss in a courtroom.
  • Bill Press
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  • Douglas Feith
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  • Anne Rice
    Monday, April 7, 2008
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  • Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
    Friday, April 4, 2008
    Georgetown University professor discusses Dr. King's lasting legacy.
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    Dr. King's former attorney-speechwriter shares what he believes Dr. King would say about the man who killed him.
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  • Anne Lamott
    Friday, March 21, 2008
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    Political theorist explains why citizens have to take their politics beyond just voting.
  • E.J. Dionne. Jr.
    Friday, March 14, 2008
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  • Geraldo Rivera
    Thursday, March 13, 2008
    Veteran journalist weighs in on the downfall of New York's Governor Spitzer and the state of the Hispanic community in America.
  • Richard Lewis
    Monday, March 10, 2008
    Comedian talks about life after 14 years of sobriety.
  • Tony Campolo
    Monday, March 10, 2008
    Author explains what it means to be a "Red Letter Christian."
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    Friday, February 29, 2008
    Journalist explains why she wrote about the late U.N. High Commissioner Sergio de Mello in her new book.
  • Garry Wills
    Thursday, February 28, 2008
    Pulitizer Prize-winning historian discusses the passing of William F. Buckley, Jr.
  • Jonny Steinberg
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    Acclaimed South African writer discusses the impact of AIDS in his country and the controversy surrounding anti-retroviral drugs.
  • Dee Dee Myers
    Monday, February 25, 2008
    Former White House press secretary weighs in on the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.
  • Jacob Weisberg
    Friday, February 22, 2008
    Editor-in-chief of Slate discusses his new book, The Bush Tragedy.
  • Willie Brown
    Wednesday, February 20, 2008
    Former San Francisco mayor talks about the '78 Moscone-Milk assassinations.
  • James McBride
    Wednesday, February 20, 2008
    Best-selling author and musician explains historical fiction and tells why he writes it.
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    Tuesday, February 19, 2008
    Photographer tells the story behind some of his famous images.
  • William Poundstone
    Friday, February 15, 2008
    Gaming the Vote author explains how Americans have sometimes elected the wrong president.
  • Dana Milbank
    Thursday, February 14, 2008
    Dana Milbank, of The Washington Post, explains the title of his new book, Homo Politicus.
  • Laura Flanders
    Tuesday, February 12, 2008
    Air America Radio host says war is sexist in its own way and that the close presidential race is forcing voters to confront issues.
  • Michael Shermer
    Thursday, January 31, 2008
    Skeptic magazine founding publisher says businesses get too much corporate welfare.
  • Mona Sutphen, Nina Hachigian
    Wednesday, January 30, 2008
    The Next American Century authors weigh in on how the next U.S. president will need to revamp foreign policy.
  • Bruce Bartlett
    Tuesday, January 29, 2008
    Former White House advisor says Blacks would be surprised to know the racial history of the Democratic Party.
  • Douglas Frantz
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    Investigative reporter discusses the impact of Pakistan's nuclear program.
  • David Frum
    Friday, January 18, 2008
    Author discusses his book, Comeback: Conservatism That Can Win Again.
  • Marjane Satrapi
    Thursday, January 17, 2008
    Iranian-born filmmaker says her book, Persepolis, was adapted into a film to show the humanity of the Iranian people.
  • Joe Klein
    Wednesday, January 16, 2008
    Time magazine's Joe Klein, author of Politics Lost.
  • David Kyuman Kim
    Thursday, December 20, 2007
    Assistant professor of religious studies says that moral culture is very telling of society.
  • Cathie Black
    Thursday, December 20, 2007
    Hearst Magazines' president reflects on her success and offers advice on career advancement.
  • Bob Adelman
    Wednesday, December 19, 2007
    Photojournalist says he was naturally drawn to the Black struggle.
  • Kayce Freed Jennings
    Monday, December 17, 2007
    Documentary producer discusses her book on her late husband, ABC News anchor Peter Jennings.
  • Rev. Peter Gomes
    Friday, December 14, 2007
    Rev. Peter Gomes, of Harvard University's Memorial Church, says Christianity is a religion that's been wanted but never really tried.
  • Ngugi wa Thiong'o
    Wednesday, December 12, 2007
    East African writer explains Wizard of the Crow—his first novel in nearly two decades.
  • Elisabeth Bumiller
    Tuesday, December 11, 2007
    New York Times' journalist shares the insight gained in researching her new book, Condoleezza Rice: An American Life.
  • Cesar Millan
    Monday, December 10, 2007
    Dog Whisperer talks about his new book, Be the Pack Leader.
  • Nathan McCall
    Friday, December 7, 2007
    Best-selling author says the problems with Black men have yet to be addressed as public policy.
  • Rep. Jay Inslee
    Tuesday, December 4, 2007
    Washington state representative talks about energy resources and his book, Apollo's Fire.
  • Shirley MacLaine
    Friday, November 30, 2007
    Oscar-winning actress talks about her new book and how to stay balanced and keep sanity.
  • Frank McCourt
    Wednesday, November 28, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning author says he sees himself as a spiritual religious atheist.
  • Gina Nahai
    Tuesday, November 27, 2007
    Caspian Rain author comments on Iran's impact on the Mideast peace talks.
  • Jules Lobel
    Tuesday, November 13, 2007
    University of Pittsburgh law professor says the Iraq war is creating new terrorists.
  • Tom Brokaw
    Monday, November 12, 2007
    Former longtime NBC News anchor and best-selling author reflects on his journalism career and the backstory of his newest book, Boom!
  • Ron Brownstein
    Thursday, November 8, 2007
    Veteran journalist discusses the polarization of the political system in the U.S.
  • John Lithgow
    Tuesday, November 6, 2007
    Actor-author explains his new project, The Poets' Corner.
  • Lawrence Wright
    Tuesday, November 6, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning author discusses Al Qaeda and the situation in Pakistan.
  • Valerie Plame Wilson
    Monday, November 5, 2007
    Former CIA operative and Fair Game author hopes Americans will pursue information from a variety of sources.
  • Paul Krugman
    Tuesday, October 30, 2007
    Economist and "New York Times" Op-Ed columnist explains why the middle class in the U.S. is disappearing.
  • Chris Mooney
    Friday, October 26, 2007
    Environmentalist discusses the need to rethink our global energy use.
  • Forrest Church
    Thursday, October 25, 2007
    All Souls Church's Minister of Public Theology talks about the nature of religious politics.
  • Lucy Hawking
    Thursday, October 25, 2007
    Author says she wants to give young people an idea about physics and how the Earth fits into the solar system.
  • Walter Mosley
    Wednesday, October 24, 2007
    Best-selling author Walter Mosley say people read mysteries to learn a different point of view.
  • Gregory Rodriguez
    Wednesday, October 24, 2007
    "Los Angeles Times" Op-Ed columnist discusses how immigration is changing the way race is viewed in America.
  • Robert Reich
    Tuesday, October 23, 2007
    Former U.S. Labor secretary says there's a better range of possibilities for consumers.
  • Michael Otterman
    Tuesday, October 16, 2007
    American Torture author explains the myths about torture—even in the TV series 24.
  • Dr. Deepak Chopra
    Friday, October 12, 2007
    Author Deepak Chopra comments on sense of self and the meaning of success.
  • Christina Lamb
    Tuesday, October 9, 2007
    War correspondent talks about her love for Zimbabwe
  • John Dean
    Monday, October 8, 2007
    Former White House counsel says the constitution is being ignored in the current administration.
  • Frank Rich
    Wednesday, October 3, 2007
    New York Times' columnist discusses the ongoing debate over Iraq and the '08 race for the White House.
  • Marc Morial, Cornel West, Farah Griffin on Justice Thomas
    Monday, October 1, 2007
    Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Farah Griffin discuss Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' new autobiography, My Grandfather's Son.
  • Robert Draper
    Wednesday, September 26, 2007
    Author discusses his new book, 'Dead Certain: The Presidency of George W. Bush.'
  • Randall Robinson
    Wednesday, September 26, 2007
    TransAfrica founder talks about U.S. involvement in Haiti.
  • David Nichols
    Tuesday, September 25, 2007
    Historian reflects on the 50th anniversary of the integration of Little Rock's Central High School, during the Eisenhower administration.
  • Alan Alda
    Friday, September 21, 2007
    Oscar-nominated actor and best-selling author talks about his longevity in the entertainment business and his new memoir.
  • Junot Diaz
    Thursday, September 20, 2007
    Author says his long-awaited debut novel, 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao,' is bizarre and unique.
  • Thomas Ricks
    Wednesday, September 19, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist updates his book on Iraq, Fiasco.
  • Tim Weiner
    Monday, September 17, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist discusses his new book on the CIA, Legacy of Ashes.
  • Troy CLE
    Friday, September 7, 2007
    Debut author comments on the comparison of his book's hero to Harry Potter.
  • Jerome Bettis
    Thursday, September 6, 2007
    Former NFL star discusses his new autobiography, 'The Bus.'
  • Alek Wek
    Thursday, August 30, 2007
    Top model describes her journey from the Sudan to stardom.
  • Mike Tidwell
    Monday, August 27, 2007
    Environmentalist talks about the assessment of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
  • Lisa See
    Friday, August 24, 2007
    Novelist Lisa See says the basis for her books is her interest in forgotten history.
  • Akbar Ahmed
    Thursday, August 16, 2007
    Islam scholar says that young Americans are the best ambassadors for the U.S.
  • Danica McKellar
    Tuesday, August 14, 2007
    Wonder Years actress discusses her passion for mathematics
  • Joseph Califano
    Thursday, August 9, 2007
    Former HEW secretary talks about the devastating effects of substance abuse.
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    Wednesday, August 8, 2007
    Democratic presidential hopeful discusses his recently released memoir, Promises to Keep.
  • Rob Gifford
    Thursday, July 26, 2007
    NPR correspondent and China Road author discusses China's rising global influence.
  • Lawrence D. Norden
    Wednesday, July 25, 2007
    Voting technology expert says the U.S. doesn't spend enough money on elections.
  • Eboo Patel
    Monday, July 23, 2007
    Founder of the Interfaith Youth Core discusses building a movement with young people at the center.
  • Brian Steidle
    Wednesday, June 27, 2007
    Former U.S. Marine captain Brian Steidle discusses trying to make a difference in Darfur with his photos and reports.
  • Michael Ondaatje
    Friday, June 22, 2007
    Critically acclaimed author explains the danger of success.
  • Dr. Lois Frankel
    Thursday, June 21, 2007
    Female empowerment expert discusses women in the workplace and leadership.
  • Khaled Hosseini
    Friday, June 15, 2007
    Novelist reflects on his transition from M.D. to successful writer.
  • Carl Bernstein
    Wednesday, June 13, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist discusses his new biography of Sen. Hillary Clinton.
  • Nassim Nicholas Taleb
    Tuesday, June 12, 2007
    Former derivatives trader explains his new book about the role of luck, "The Black Swan."
  • Michael Beschloss
    Friday, June 8, 2007
    Presidential historian talks about second term presidential mistakes.
  • David Talbot
    Wednesday, May 23, 2007
    Salon.com founder previews his new book about the Kennedy brothers.
  • Michael D. Yates
    Tuesday, May 22, 2007
    Economist shares observations from his travels, as detailed in his book, Cheap Motels and a Hot Plate.
  • Marina Nemat
    Friday, May 18, 2007
    Iranian author recounts her experiences as a prisoner of Tehran.
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    Thursday, May 17, 2007
    Journalist explains the backstory of his new book about racial injustice on Georgia's death row.
  • Gina Gershon
    Thursday, May 17, 2007
    Actress-musician shares the bad camp experiences that inspired her new book.
  • Walter Isaacson
    Wednesday, May 16, 2007
    Vice chair of the Louisiana Recovery Authority talks about the recovery of New Orleans and his latest biography.
  • Bob Abernethy
    Tuesday, May 15, 2007
    Emmy-winning broadcast journalist talks about his new book.
  • Michael Chabon
    Friday, May 11, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist talks about his latest, The Yiddish Policemen's Union.
  • Ron Suskind
    Tuesday, May 8, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of The One Percent Doctrine discusses the price of loyalty.
  • Sari Nusseibeh
    Friday, May 4, 2007
    Al-Quds University president says there is no solution to violence.
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    Thursday, May 3, 2007
    Journalist says the American people have important decisions to make.
  • Mark Bowden
    Tuesday, May 1, 2007
    Author-journalist-screenwriter thinks Iran shouldn't be on the terror list.
  • Lucinda Franks
    Tuesday, May 1, 2007
    Pulizter Prize-winning author reflects on her father's days as a Nazi.
  • Sherman Alexie
    Friday, April 27, 2007
    Writer on his journey from poverty on an Indian reservation to accomplished author.
  • Don Cheadle, John Prendergast
    Wednesday, April 25, 2007
    Oscar-nominated actor Don Cheadle and the International Crisis Group's John Prendergast give an update on the crisis in Darfur and discuss their joint effort, the book Not on Our Watch.
  • Gary Sheffield
    Monday, April 23, 2007
    Baseball All Star recounts how he titled his new memoir, Inside Power.
  • John C. Bogle
    Friday, April 20, 2007
    Vanguard Group founder gives common sense investing advice.
  • Jabari Asim
    Wednesday, April 18, 2007
    The N Word author says we must sometimes risk having people misuse the term to advance the dialogue on racism.
  • Bruce Bartlett
    Tuesday, April 17, 2007
    Former advisor to President Reagan explains why he feels President Bush has betrayed the Reagan legacy.
  • Jonathan Eig
    Friday, April 13, 2007
    Opening Day author Jonathan Eig discusses the life and times of major league baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson.
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    Friday, April 13, 2007
    Legendary actor talks about life at age 90 and his new memoir on life in Hollywood.
  • Bill Bradley
    Wednesday, April 11, 2007
    Former U.S. Senator Bill Bradley thinks jobs, education and pensions are the most important issues in America and discusses his book, The New American Story.
  • Rep. Charles Rangel
    Tuesday, April 10, 2007
    Rep. Charles Rangel discusses his recently published memoir.
  • Ali A. Allawi
    Monday, April 9, 2007
    Former Iraqi senior advisor Ali A. Allawi says the military is not the only solution and weighs in on Iran's nuclear program.
  • James Oakes
    Friday, April 6, 2007
    Historian explains lessons learned in his study of slavery.
  • Stephen Prothero
    Friday, April 6, 2007
    Boston University professor discusses the need to learn more about the world's religions.
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    Thursday, April 5, 2007
    Massachusetts senator and his philanthropist wife comment on the Iraq war, the White House race and the fight for the environment.
  • Frank Rich
    Tuesday, April 3, 2007
    New York Times columnist discusses the presidential race.
  • Vali Nasr
    Monday, April 2, 2007
    Middle East scholar comments on the continuing crisis in Iran following the capture of 15 British naval officers.
  • Dave Winfield
    Monday, April 2, 2007
    Hall of Famer Dave Winfield previews the new baseball season.
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    Wednesday, March 28, 2007
    Grace (Eventually) author talks about sharing her experiences in her new book.
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    Monday, March 26, 2007
    Princeton professor offers his definition of leadership.
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    Friday, March 23, 2007
    Pulitzer Prize-winning author discusses her new novel.
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    Friday, March 9, 2007
    University of Pennsylvania professor explains his new book.
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    Friday, March 9, 2007
    Ethiopian writer talks about his debut novel, Beautiful Things That Heaven Bears.
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    Thursday, March 8, 2007
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    Thursday, March 1, 2007
    Best-selling author doesn't think the U.S. can stay within the two-party system.
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    Monday, February 26, 2007
    Author-poet-essayist reflects on stories yet to be told.
  • Angela Bassett
    Friday, February 16, 2007
    Husband-and-wife actors discuss their latest collaboration, the memoir, Friends.
  • Courtney B. Vance
    Friday, February 16, 2007
    Husband-and-wife actors discuss their latest collaboration, the memoir, Friends.
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    Thursday, February 15, 2007
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  • Michael Oren
    Wednesday, February 14, 2007
    Noted author talks about misconceptions Americans have of the Middle East.
  • P.J. O'Rourke
    Monday, February 5, 2007
    Humorist and best-selling author identifies the three things that make the economy grow.
  • Tyler Drumheller
    Friday, December 15, 2006
    Former CIA officer talks about his new book, On the Brink.
  • President Jimmy Carter
    Monday, December 11, 2006
    Former president talks about his provocative new book on the future of the Middle East.
  • Joseph Wambaugh
    Wednesday, December 6, 2006
    Crime novelist discusses his new novel.
  • Maya Angelou
    Monday, November 13, 2006
    Celebrated poet reflects on the Washington DC Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial Groundbreaking ceremony.
  • Annie Leibovitz
    Tuesday, October 31, 2006
    Celebrated photographer feels photos are important because they're mirrors into our lives.
  • John Pomfret
    Wednesday, October 11, 2006
    Washington Post L.A. bureau chief discusses his book, Chinese Lessons.
  • Eve Ensler
    Wednesday, October 11, 2006
    Award-winning playwright-author weighs in on America after 9/11 and Katrina.
  • Maureen Dowd
    Wednesday, September 27, 2006
    New York Times columnist talks about her new book, Are Men Necessary.
  • Janis Kearney
    Monday, September 25, 2006
    Author and Bill Clinton's personal diarist recounts stories about the former president.
  • Jed Horne
    Friday, August 18, 2006
    Panelists discuss the continued impact of Hurricane Katrina one year later.
  • Jed Horne
    Thursday, August 17, 2006
    Panelists discuss the continued impact of Hurricane Katrina one year later.
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    Tuesday, August 15, 2006
    Writer-filmmaker discusses her latest book, I Feel Bad About My Neck.
  • Peniel E. Joseph
    Tuesday, August 15, 2006
    American history scholar reflects on the origins of the Black Power Movement.
  • Vali Nasr
    Thursday, August 3, 2006
    Middle East scholar says the U.S. underestimated the rift between the sects in the region.
  • Thomas Ricks
    Tuesday, August 1, 2006
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist talks about his book, Fiasco: The American Military Adventure in Iraq.
  • William C. Rhoden
    Friday, July 28, 2006
    New York Times sportswriter discusses his new book on race and sports in America.
  • Kathy Kristof
    Thursday, July 20, 2006
    Los Angeles Times finance columnist talks about navigating the volatile stock market.
  • Charlayne Hunter-Gault
    Thursday, June 22, 2006
    Journalist talks about the positive face of Africa.
  • Tom Sancton
    Tuesday, June 6, 2006
    Journalist reflects on growing up in New Orleans
  • Douglas Brinkley
    Wednesday, May 10, 2006
    Tulane University professor talks about his new book, The Great Deluge.
  • Regina Louise
    Wednesday, May 10, 2006
    Somebody's Someone author describes being a product of the foster care system.
  • Cathleen Falsani
    Tuesday, May 2, 2006
    Chicago Sun-Times religion writer discusses her book, which profiles the spiritual lives of public people.
  • Karen Armstrong
    Thursday, April 13, 2006
    Religious scholar explains the path towards patience and enlightenment.
  • Mike Tidwell
    Friday, September 9, 2005
    Author-filmmaker, who previously detailed the impending crisis on the Louisiana Gulf Coast, says the disaster could have been avoided.
  • Cass R. Sunstein
    Thursday, September 8, 2005
    Law professor critiques the upcoming Roberts' confirmation hearings.
  • Dr. Kiron Skinner
    Friday, October 29, 2004
    Foreign policy expert and Ronald Reagan scholar reflects on what Reagan might say about today's global docrine.
  • Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
    Tuesday, September 28, 2004
    Environmentalist-author says Bush is the worst environmental president ever.

 

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