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The man who invented the computer

Environment

Though no one person technically invented the computer, John Vincent Atanasoff created the machine that led the way.

Best Black Writing of 2009

Arts, Culture & Media

The Housing Crisis

Patriotism

Global Politics

Al Jarreau ‘Love Songs’

Arts, Culture & Media

Amos Lee

Arts, Culture & Media

Singer and songwriter Amos Lee talks about the special blend of Folk/Soul music exemplified in his latest CD, ‘Last Days at the Lodge.’

Prince gets personal on Tavis Smiley anniversary show

Arts, Culture & Media

Surprising revelations from Prince about his childhood, what he values, his music and the challenges he faced and overcame.

Mental health safety net

Health & Medicine

The mental health crisis through the lens of a post-Katrina New Orleans — on ‘The Tavis Smiley Show.’

Richard Gere on AIDS awareness

Health & Medicine

On the 20th World AIDS Day, activist and actor Richard Gere shares his personal account of the evolution of AIDS in America.

Sarah Jessica Parker on ‘The Tavis Smiley Show’

Arts, Culture & Media

Two-time Emmy and four-time Golden Globe winner Sarah Jessica Parker takes us behind the scenes of ‘Sex and the City.’