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Tavis Smiley was an American late-night interview and public-affairs program hosted by broadcaster and author Tavis Smiley. It aired on PBS from 2004 until 2017 and featured conversations with politicians, writers, artists, academics, activists, and entertainers. PBS suspended distribution and ended the program after an external investigation into allegations of workplace misconduct by Smiley, which he disputed.
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What was Tavis Smiley?
Tavis Smiley was an American late-night interview and public-affairs program hosted by broadcaster and author Tavis Smiley. It featured conversations with politicians, writers, artists, academics, activists, and entertainers.
When did Tavis Smiley air on PBS?
The program aired on PBS from 2004 until 2017. Its long run placed it among the network's interview and public-affairs offerings during the 2000s and 2010s.
What topics did Tavis Smiley cover?
The show used interviews to discuss politics, culture, public affairs, arts, and social issues. Guests included people from government, literature, academia, activism, and entertainment.
Why did Tavis Smiley leave PBS?
PBS suspended the program in 2017 amid allegations involving workplace conduct. The suspension ended the show's PBS run after it had aired for more than a decade.
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