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Tavis Smiley

Tavis Smiley
Tavis Smiley features a unique mix of news and pop culture to create a thought-provoking and entertaining program. A hybrid of news, issues and entertainment, it features interviews with artists, activists, news makers, politicians and everyday people.
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Actress Diahann Carroll
Actress Diahann Carroll
Air date: 05-13-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365011729/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The Tony winner & Oscar nominee reflects on her groundbreaking career & current roles in TV’s "White Collar" & in the feature "Peeples"–her first film in 16 years. /episodes/get/8756 /episode/8756 Tavis Smiley: Actress Diahann Carroll /episode-player/8756
Actress-comedienne Carol Burnett
Actress-comedienne Carol Burnett
Air date: 05-07-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365008990/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The award-winning entertainer discusses her relationship with her late daughter, as detailed in the book, "Carrie and Me." /episodes/get/8718 /episode/8718 Tavis Smiley: Actress-comedienne Carol Burnett /episode-player/8718
Actor Sir Ben Kingsley
Actor Sir Ben Kingsley
Air date: 05-02-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365006116/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The award-winning thespian discusses his villainous role in the latest installment of Marvel Comics’ "Iron Man" action adventure feature series. /episodes/get/8680 /episode/8680 Tavis Smiley: Actor Sir Ben Kingsley /episode-player/8680
Actor Pierce Brosnan
Actor Pierce Brosnan
Air date: 05-01-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365005341/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The two-time Golden Globe nominee reflects on embracing new challenges in his latest film project, the romantic comedy, "Love Is All You Need." /episodes/get/8668 /episode/8668 Tavis Smiley: Actor Pierce Brosnan /episode-player/8668
Actor Chadwick Boseman
Actor Chadwick Boseman
Air date: 04-26-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365001702/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The actor, director and playwright explains the challenge of playing the lead role in the feature biopic, 42, which celebrates the courage of Jackie Robinson. /episodes/get/8621 /episode/8621 Tavis Smiley: Actor Chadwick Boseman /episode-player/8621
Actor-director Kevin Bacon
Actor-director Kevin Bacon
Air date: 04-25-2013 Watch
http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2365001695/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false The Emmy-nominated actor explains his decision to do television, with his role in the Fox suspense series, The Following. /episodes/get/8622 /episode/8622 Tavis Smiley: Actor-director Kevin Bacon /episode-player/8622
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Actor Will Smith
Actor Will Smith
Will Smith is one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. The Philly native gained fame as a rapper, producing two platinum albums and winning the first ever Best Rap Performance Grammy. During his run on TV's The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Smith branched out to features.
Air date: 12/13/2007
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1869183414/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Will Smith is one of Hollywood's most bankable stars. The Philly native gained fame as a rapper, producing two platinum albums and winning the first ever Best Rap Performance Grammy. During his run on TV's The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Smith branched out to features. /episodes/get/3231 /episode/3231 Tavis Smiley: Actor Will Smith /episode-player/3231
Actor-director Denzel Washington
Actor-director Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington has crafted one of the most respectable careers in Hollywood history. His body of work includes complex performances as villains, heroes and pioneers, and his impact goes beyond his Oscar-winning performances, inspiring many African Americans to pursue their dream of acting.
Air date: 01/08/2008
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1869113926/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Denzel Washington has crafted one of the most respectable careers in Hollywood history. His body of work includes complex performances as villains, heroes and pioneers, and his impact goes beyond his Oscar-winning performances, inspiring many African Americans to pursue their dream of acting. /episodes/get/3243 /episode/3243 Tavis Smiley: Actor-director Denzel Washington /episode-player/3243
Actor Jon Hamm
Actor Jon Hamm
In 2008, the actor recently earned an outstanding lead actor Emmy nod for his performance in the AMC period drama Mad Men, which received 16 nominations for its debut season.
Air date: 08/08/2008
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/2259896288/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false In 2008, the actor recently earned an outstanding lead actor Emmy nod for his performance in the AMC period drama Mad Men, which received 16 nominations for its debut season. /episodes/get/3213 /episode/3213 Tavis Smiley: Actor Jon Hamm /episode-player/3213
Ali Sethi: Wednesday, 6/17
Ali Sethi: Wednesday, 6/17
Pakastani journalist and author of the critically acclaimed novel "The Wish Maker," talks about the cultural and economic differences among Pakistanis from different areas.
Air date: 06/17/2009
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1156309466/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Pakastani journalist and author of the critically acclaimed novel "The Wish Maker," talks about the cultural and economic differences among Pakistanis from different areas. /episodes/get/3309 /episode/3309 Tavis Smiley: Ali Sethi: Wednesday, 6/17 /episode-player/3309
Alexis Bledel: Friday, 8/21
Alexis Bledel: Friday, 8/21
Actress Alexis Bledel reflects on her transition from modeling to acting and discusses her new film, "Post Grad."
Air date: 08/21/2009
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http://video.pbs.org/widget/partnerplayer/1223236843/?player=WGBY-PBS&w=512&h=288&chapterbar=true&autoplay=false Actress Alexis Bledel reflects on her transition from modeling to acting and discusses her new film, "Post Grad." /episodes/get/3303 /episode/3303 Tavis Smiley: Alexis Bledel: Friday, 8/21 /episode-player/3303
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