Video: Tavis Smiley
Tavis Smiley, the first African American to have his own signature talk show on NPR, hosts a new late-night television talk show - a hybrid of news, issues and entertainment, featuring interviews with newsmakers, politicians, celebrities and real people.
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Rep. Barney Frank | PBS
Chair of the House Financial Services Committee comments on the recent success of some banks this past quarter. 01:13
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: James Ingram | PBS
Singer-songwriter James Ingram reflects on working with Michael Jackson. 01:58
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Sen. Kent Conrad | PBS
Chair of the Budget Committee Sen. Kent Conrad weighs in on the idea of the government spending its way out of trouble. 01:04
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TAVIS SMILEY | Dr. John Hope Franklin Tribute | PBS
In a special tribute to Dr. John Hope Franklin, Tavis revisits his conversation with the dean of African American historians about the racism he encountered. 02:26
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Judith Jamison | PBS
Dancer-choreographer Judith Jamison discusses the legacy of Alvin Ailey and how all of us are gifted as people. More: www.pbs.org/kcet/tavissmiley/a... ... 01:43
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Newt Gingrich | PBS
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich responds to the Treasury secretary's plan to get troubled assets off banks' books. 01:35
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Spinal Tap members | PBS
Spinal Tap members Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer and Michael McKean comment on the future of documentaries. 03:01
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Tavis Smiley's Video Blog - 3/17/09 | PBS
Tavis holds a forum to discuss President Barack Obama and his new book, "Accountable". 03:09
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Robert Gates | Not Winning in Afghanis
Defense Secretary Robert Gates responds to the perception that the US is not winning in Afghanistan and discusses what the Defense Department is going to do. 01:12
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Robert Gates | Shock and Awe | PBS
Defense Secretary Robert Gates tells Tavis what the Defense Department has learned about the idea that they could "shock and awe" people into behaving a certain way. 01:23
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Neko Case | PBS
Neko Case explains to Tavis why there is 32 minute track on her latest album, "Middle Cyclone". 02:38
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TAVIS SMILEY | Prop 8: Voices After the Argument | PBS
People express their reactions after listening to the California Supreme Court hear arguments regarding Prop 8. 04:51
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TAVIS SMILEY | Prop 8: Voices Before the Argument | PBS
One couple expresses their hopes while watching the California Supreme Court hear arguments regarding Prop 8. 01:47
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TAVIS SMILEY | Measure B | PBS
Young activists discuss bringing green jobs to South LA through Measure B-- a proposal that would install solar panels on rooftops. 02:37
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Tavis Smiley's Video Blog - 1/23/09 | PBS
Tavis celebrates Black History Month, talks about the upcoming State of the Black Union, and partnering with NewsTrust.net. 03:26
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Sean Penn Clip #2 | PBS
Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn discusses the importance of raising issues and being involved in the world around you. 01:41
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TAVIS SMILEY | Freedom to Marry | PBS
In a web exclusive video, advocates for gay marriage express their attitudes towards proposition 8 in California. 04:57
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TAVIS SMILEY | Homegirl Cafe | PBS
In a web exclusive video former female gang members find employment and hope working at the Homegirl Cafe. 05:55
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Dr. Palitha Kohona | PBS
Foreign secretary of Sri Lanka responds to recent controversial comments about his government made by hip-hop artist M.I.A. 02:01
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TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: M.I.A. | PBS
Hip-hop artist shares her feelings about her Oscar-nominated song from the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack. 01:33
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