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The Big Interview with Dan Rather
Thought-provoking, in-depth interviews with some of the most talented artists from across the entertainment industry. All-new episodes premiere every Tuesday at 8/7c!
Full season schedule:
| 4/16 | Steve Perry |
| 4/23 | Paul Stanley |
| 4/30 | Cyndi Lauper |
| 5/7 | Foreigner |
| 5/14 | REO Speedwagon |
| 5/21 | Billy Bob Thornton |
| 5/28 | Carl and Rob Reiner |
| 6/4 | Travis Tritt |
| 6/11 | Boz Scaggs |
| 6/18 | Paul Shaffer |
From the The Big Interview blog:
Billy Bob Thornton Joins Dan Rather on The Big Interview | May 21
Did you know Billy Bob Thornton never planned on being an actor? Read more...
Dan Rather Talks With REO Speedwagon on The Big Interview | May 14
The band explains how rolling with the changes kept them together for more than 30 years! Read more...
Dan Rather Talks With Foreigner on The Big Interview | May 7
Dan Rather sits down with the true Juke Box Heroes this Tuesday! Read more...
Schedule
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Fri, May 24th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Benicio Del ToroOscar winner and star of the current hit Sicario talks about making it in Hollywood. Plus, his advice for those who want to become successful actors.
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Fri, May 24th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Shania TwainDan Rather sits down with Shania Twain, the best-selling female country music artist of all time, to discuss her brand new #1 album, released 15 years after a battle with Lyme disease nearly took away her ability to sing.
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Sat, May 25th 4:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Mike LoveThe original Beach Boy front man goes one on one with Dan Rather to discuss the group's heyday and his relationship with cousin and bandmate Brian Wilson.
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Sun, May 26th 9:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Lindsey BuckinghamRock legend and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac, Lindsey Buckingham discusses the group's reunion and his relationship with Stevie Nicks.
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Mon, May 27th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Jane LynchEmmy and Golden Globe award-winning actress Jane Lynch opens up about her late break into Hollywood stardom. From movies to television to life off-screen, Lynch has a unique take on all of it.
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Tue, May 28th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - John FogertyHe wrote "Proud Mary", "Bad Moon Rising" and "Have You Ever Seen The Rain". Rock Legend John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival looks back on his illustrious career.
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Tue, May 28th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Billy Ray CyrusBilly Ray Cyrus opens up about the highs and lows of his career, from living in his car to performing at the Grammys to watching the careers of daughters Noah Cyrus and Miley Cyrus take off.
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Premiere Tue, May 28th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Carl and Rob ReinerIconic father-and-son filmmakers Carl and Rob Reiner share stories from some of their biggest hit movies and television shows, as well as their views on politics today and the secret to good comedy writing.
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Tue, May 28th 10:15 PM ETThe Big Interview - Carl and Rob ReinerIconic father-and-son filmmakers Carl and Rob Reiner share stories from some of their biggest hit movies and television shows, as well as their views on politics today and the secret to good comedy writing.
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Wed, May 29th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Melissa EtheridgeGrammy Award winning singer Melissa Etheridge invites Dan Rather over to her home for an in depth conversation about her life, her work, and her advocacy for everything from global warming to gay rights.
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Wed, May 29th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - StyxDan Rather joins three of Styx's legendary members for a Las Vegas performance and a candid interview about the past, present and future of one of rock's most enduring bands.
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Thu, May 30th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Dickey BettsDickey Betts is responsible for some of the Allman Brothers Band's biggest hits. The Ramblin' Man speaks with Dan Rather about coming out of retirement and carrying on the band's legacy.
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Thu, May 30th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - John MellencampLegendary rocker John Mellencamp sits down with Dan Rather for a no holds barred interview touching on politics, race relations and the state of the country.
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Fri, May 31st 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Clint BlackClint Black is an incredibly talented songwriter and musician. But he's also known for making country music cool. Dan sits down with Clint at his Nashville home.
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Fri, May 31st 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Oak Ridge BoysDan Rather sits down with 5x Grammy® Award-winning country music group, the Oak Ridge Boys, who discuss lessons learned after fifty years on the road together and sing a little of "Elvira", one of the catchiest country songs ever recorded.
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Sun, Jun 2nd 9:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Charlie DanielsDan Rather goes to Nashville for a one-on-one conversation with country music legend Charlie Daniels.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Meat LoafThe multi-talented artist talks about his music, his passion, acting and he shows off his extensive collection of sports memorabilia.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Ringo StarrIn the 100th episode of The Big Interview with Dan Rather, two legends sit down together as Ringo Starr discusses what it was like as a Beatle, and the struggles and successes of his life since.
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Mon, Jun 3rd 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Carl and Rob ReinerIconic father-and-son filmmakers Carl and Rob Reiner share stories from some of their biggest hit movies and television shows, as well as their views on politics today and the secret to good comedy writing.
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Tue, Jun 4th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Patti LaBelleThe "Godmother of Soul" talks with Dan about what keeps her going after more than 50 years on stage.
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Tue, Jun 4th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Rod StewartRod Stewart is still rocking out fifty years into his career: he has a hit Las Vegas residency, continues to pack arenas around the world, and has a new album out. He's left his mark on rock & roll, and he talks to Dan Rather about his life and legacy.
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Premiere Tue, Jun 4th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Travis TrittDan Rather talks to country music superstar Travis Tritt about what country music was, is, and should be.
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Tue, Jun 4th 10:45 PM ETThe Big Interview - Travis TrittDan Rather talks to country music superstar Travis Tritt about what country music was, is, and should be.
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Wed, Jun 5th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Joan BaezDan Rather sits down with folk trailblazer and human rights activist Joan Baez to discuss her music, past loves, and recent decision to step away from the stage.
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Wed, Jun 5th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Toby KeithCountry's $500 Million Man Toby Keith celebrates the 25th anniversary of his breakout hit "Should've Been A Cowboy," and shares with Dan Rather the stories behind his great successes.
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Thu, Jun 6th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Rod StewartRod Stewart is still rocking out fifty years into his career: he has a hit Las Vegas residency, continues to pack arenas around the world, and has a new album out. He's left his mark on rock & roll, and he talks to Dan Rather about his life and legacy.
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Thu, Jun 6th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Lynyrd SkynyrdDan Rather meets with legendary Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd to discuss the band's history and legacy as they embark on a farewell tour.
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Fri, Jun 7th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Buddy GuyGuitar legend Buddy Guy reflects on his life, career, and the blues on this episode of The Big Interview with Dan Rather.
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Fri, Jun 7th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - KansasDan Rather sits down with 3 members of the progressive rock band Kansas forty years after the release of their iconic song "Dust in the Wind."
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Sun, Jun 9th 9:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Crosby, Stills & NashDan Rather goes one on one with GRAMMY® winners Crosby, Stills and Nash to talk about the music that defined a generation.
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Mon, Jun 10th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Neil YoungMusic legend Neil Young sits down for a rare and candid interview about his career, his music and his environmental activism.
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Mon, Jun 10th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Joan BaezDan Rather sits down with folk trailblazer and human rights activist Joan Baez to discuss her music, past loves, and recent decision to step away from the stage.
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Mon, Jun 10th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Travis TrittDan Rather talks to country music superstar Travis Tritt about what country music was, is, and should be.
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Tue, Jun 11th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Jack WhiteWhat does legendary guitarist Jack White have to say to Dan Rather? Turns out, a lot. A side of the rock & roller his millions of fans have never seen.
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Tue, Jun 11th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Dan AykroydComedic genius Dan Aykroyd talks with Dan Rather about everything from Ghostbusters to his early days on SNL and the loss of his friend and fellow comedian, John Belushi.
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Premiere Tue, Jun 11th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Boz ScaggsDan Rather gets the lowdown on the life and career of singer/songwriter Boz Scaggs.
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Tue, Jun 11th 10:30 PM ETThe Big Interview - Boz ScaggsDan Rather gets the lowdown on the life and career of singer/songwriter Boz Scaggs.
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Wed, Jun 12th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Ice CubeOne of the pioneers of gangster rap, Ice Cube is among the most prolific lyricists of all time. He's not only regarded as one of rap's greatest recording artists, he is also one of Hollywood's most successful and sought after actors and filmmakers.
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Wed, Jun 12th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Buddy GuyGuitar legend Buddy Guy reflects on his life, career, and the blues on this episode of The Big Interview with Dan Rather.
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Thu, Jun 13th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Weird Al YankovicA conversation with a comedy and music genius. Al Yankovic sits down in his home with Dan Rather.
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Thu, Jun 13th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Brian SetzerBrian Setzer sits down with Dan Rather to discuss the Stray Cats, the Brian Setzer Orchestra, and his love for forgotten genres of music.
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Fri, Jun 14th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Billy Ray CyrusBilly Ray Cyrus opens up about the highs and lows of his career, from living in his car to performing at the Grammys to watching the careers of daughters Noah Cyrus and Miley Cyrus take off.
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Fri, Jun 14th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Ricky SkaggsFew country and bluegrass musicians are as revered as Ricky Skaggs, who speaks with Dan Rather about growing up under the tutelage of legends, and then becoming one himself.
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Sun, Jun 16th 9:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Dolly PartonCountry music superstar Dolly Parton talks about love, life and her latest album, with Dan Rather in Dollywood.
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Mon, Jun 17th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Steve PerryFormer lead singer of Journey Steve Perry opens up to Dan Rather about why he walked away from the spotlight at the height of his career and what brought him back to music now.
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Mon, Jun 17th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Kenny LogginsDan Rather sits down with 70s superstar and 80s "Soundtrack King" Kenny Loggins to talk songwriting, soul searching, and the stories behind some of the biggest hits for the big screen.
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Mon, Jun 17th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Boz ScaggsDan Rather gets the lowdown on the life and career of singer/songwriter Boz Scaggs.
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Tue, Jun 18th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Paul StanleyDan Rather sits down with legendary frontman Paul Stanley of KISS where he dishes on everything from his love of painting to how KISS became one of the most successful rock bands in music history.
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Tue, Jun 18th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Dickey BettsDickey Betts is responsible for some of the Allman Brothers Band's biggest hits. The Ramblin' Man speaks with Dan Rather about coming out of retirement and carrying on the band's legacy.
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Premiere Tue, Jun 18th 8:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Paul ShafferMusician, television personality, and radio host Paul Shaffer, best known for being Late Show host David Letterman's longtime bandleader, sits down with Dan Rather for a wide-ranging conversation.
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Tue, Jun 18th 11:30 PM ETThe Big Interview - Paul ShafferMusician, television personality, and radio host Paul Shaffer, best known for being Late Show host David Letterman's longtime bandleader, sits down with Dan Rather for a wide-ranging conversation.
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Wed, Jun 19th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - HeartAn interview with two sisters, Ann and Nancy Wilson of the legendary rock group Heart.
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Wed, Jun 19th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Best of Classic RockSit down with Dan Rather as he talks with the biggest names in classic rock including Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young, Robert Plant, Roger Waters and many more.
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Thu, Jun 20th 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - ForeignerIn their first interview together in over 20 years, Foreigner's founding member Mick Jones and original lead singer Lou Gramm sit down for an exclusive interview with Dan Rather to discuss music, their falling-out and what the future holds.
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Thu, Jun 20th 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Steve PerryFormer lead singer of Journey Steve Perry opens up to Dan Rather about why he walked away from the spotlight at the height of his career and what brought him back to music now.
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Fri, Jun 21st 8:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Cyndi LauperGrammy, Emmy, and Tony award-winning musician Cyndi Lauper chats with Dan Rather about her groundbreaking career.
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Fri, Jun 21st 3:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Paul StanleyDan Rather sits down with legendary frontman Paul Stanley of KISS where he dishes on everything from his love of painting to how KISS became one of the most successful rock bands in music history.
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Sat, Jun 22nd 1:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Willie NelsonHe's on the road again. Dan catches up with music legend Willie Nelson aboard his new tour bus.
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Sat, Jun 22nd 5:00 PM ETThe Big Interview - Willie NelsonHe's on the road again. Dan catches up with music legend Willie Nelson aboard his new tour bus.
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Sun, Jun 23rd 9:00 AM ETThe Big Interview - Big & RichCountry music's dynamic duo invite Dan to a party at John Rich's Nashville home as they celebrate new hits.