An eclectic collection of Youtube and Instagram videos that showcase interesting interviews

Video Index

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Gloria Swanson & Janis Joplin with Dick Cavett (1970)

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Sharon Stone inteview with Larry King

“It’s not how you fall, it’s how you get up.” It takes courage, dignity, and strength to stand back up when life knocks you down. And choosing happiness, even when it’s hard, is one of the bravest things you can do.

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Alfred Hitchcock on happiness

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John Waters

John Waters is a renowned American filmmaker, actor, writer, and artist born on April 22, 1946, in Baltimore, Maryland. He's known for his transgressive cult films that often push boundaries and challenge societal norms. Waters' filmmaking career took off in the 1960s with short films like "Hag in a Black Leather Jacket" and "Roman Candles." He gained fame with films like "Pink Flamingos," "Female Trouble," and "Hairspray," which was later adapted into a Broadway musical and a 2007 musical film. Waters' films are characterized by their campy and subversive nature, often featuring taboo subjects and eccentric characters like Edna Turnblad (Hairspray, 2007). Edna, played by John Travolta, is a plus-sized, Baltimore working-class, eccentric, devoted mother and housewife with dreams of her own.

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Hyacinth

Keeping Up Appearances

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Harvey Weinstein with Barbara Walters

In 1983, Harvey Fierstein appeared on ABC’s 20/20 and boldly stood up for himself and the LGBTQ+ community. At a time when being openly gay on national television was rare—and risky—he used his voice to challenge ignorance, push for acceptance, and speak his truth. A powerful moment in queer history.

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Barak Obama with comedian Marc Maron

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Maya Angelou speaks to evil with Bill Moyers (Random)

Poignant and moving.

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Tina Turner (1997 interview)

Tina Turner never doubted that she'd be a superstar.

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The Inimitable Tina Turner

On stage, Tina Turner. Off stage, Anna Mae Bullock.

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The prism of mind creates the illusion of time

How long does the "now" last?

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Comedian Martin Short on how tragedy shaped him

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Richard Dawkins: atheist or believer?

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Martin Short and Bette Davis with Carson

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Barbara Streisand on Inside the Actors Studio

She knew she was different and refused to change.

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Bryan Cranston on Trump

Trump, a tragic Shakespearean character, a demagogue.

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Toni Morrison on forgiving oneself

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on life before science

The blame game in a pre-science era

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Bono on America as an idea

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Carol O’Connor (Archie Bunker) with Dick Cavett

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Neil deGrasse Tyson on stardust

The universe is alive within each of us. We are literally stardust.

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Stephen Colbert interviews Leanne

The universe is alive within each of us. We are literally stardust.

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Gerda Weissman tells an extraordinary tale

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Richard Dawkins on science

Science works, bitches!

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Marc Maron with Jimmy Kimmel

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Janis Joplin with Dick Cavett

Cavett: Who do you go to listen to?
Janis: Tina Turner, best chick ever, great dancer and show
Cavett: Would you be shocked if I didn't know who Tina Turner is?

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James Baldwin with Dick Cavett (1)

Responding to another guest's question, "Why must you always concentrate on colour?"

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James Baldwin with Dick Cavett (2)

Double standards.

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James Baldwin on prejudice as cowardice

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Bette Davis on Democrat vs Republican

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Noel Coward with Dick Cavett

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Nawal El Saadawi on being incarcerated

Nawal El Saadawi, Egyption writer, physician and activist.

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Leontyne Price, her voice

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Maya Angelou with James Baldwin

Baldwin spoke truth to power, challenged power and the status quo, and was unapologetic and audacious about his identity and place in the world. He was a visionary and the blueprint.

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Emma Thompson with Kelly Clarkson

Emma Thompson has lived in the same place for 60 years!

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Gilda Radner on meeting Gene Wilder (1986)

In this heartwarming video, we share the unforgettable love story of meeting Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner in 1986.

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Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett & Lucie Arnaz with Dick Cavett

Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett & Lucie Arnaz with Dick Cavett (1971)

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