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November 21st, 2010
05:15 PM ET

Dishing with Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain knows how to dish it out, and we're not just talking about food. Once known best as a chef, he's now recognized as an author, world traveler, and host of the Travel Channel's "No Reservations." He joins Fredricka in the studio.


Filed under: Fredricka Whitfield
November 21st, 2010
02:46 PM ET

Russell Simmons' Fashion Empire

Here's more of Fredricka Whitfield's in-depth interview with hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons.  This time, he tells us how he got involved in the fashion business. He also talks about his  latest fashion venture.



Filed under: Anchors • Fredricka Whitfield • Josh Levs
November 21st, 2010
02:46 PM ET

Black Farmers: "It's time the Govt. Paid Up"

For thousands of African-American farmers, it's a pay-out that's been a long-time in coming. Brianna Keilar shows us their long journey and Fredricka Whitfield talks with founder of the National Black Farmers Association John Boyd.


Filed under: CNN Newsroom • Fredricka Whitfield
November 21st, 2010
02:42 PM ET

Russell Simmons Gives Back

Hip-hop pioneer Russell Simmons has made a lot of money.  He's also given plenty back, and spearheaded several philanthropic organizations, including one that he says is bridging a religious divide.  Here's more of Fredricka Whitfield's interview with Russell Simmons.


Filed under: Anchors • Fredricka Whitfield • Josh Levs
November 21st, 2010
02:14 PM ET

Our Legal Guys Talk Guantanamo Bay Terror Trial

Fredricka Whitfield talks to legal experts Richard Herman and Avery Freidman about the Guantanamo Bay terror trial, and other legal news making headlines this week.


Filed under: Fredricka Whitfield • the Legal Guys
November 21st, 2010
04:29 AM ET

Lighten Up that Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving. A time of gratitude, tradition, and ingesting enough calories to fuel a small army.

But it doesn't have to be.

Join T.J. Holmes every CNN Saturday and Sunday Morning in the CNN Newsroom, beginning 6am ET/ 3am PT.

Do you have any tips for making traditional holiday fare a little kinder on the waistline? Post them here.

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November 21st, 2010
04:28 AM ET

Going Topless for Political Rights

A group of young women in Kiev, Ukraine reasons if sex can be used to sell everything from perfume to cars, why not political rights?

Look for Nadia Bilchik's Morning Passport segments on CNN Saturday and Sunday Mornings with T.J. Holmes.

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November 21st, 2010
04:20 AM ET

Hunting Down the High-tech Gadget Deals

Many stores have already posted holiday deals ahead of Black Friday. Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong zeros in on how to find the best deals on high-tech items.

Look for Mario Armstrong's everything tech segments in the 8 o'clock hour of CNN Saturday Morning with T.J. Holmes.

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November 21st, 2010
03:59 AM ET

More Black Friday Shopping Secrets Revealed!

If you're planning to line up along with millions of other people for Black Friday shopping, there are some secrets you should know that include avoiding derivatives and double-checking the gold. Josh Levs breaks it down.

Look for Josh Levs on CNN Saturday and Sunday Mornings with T.J. Holmes.

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Filed under: CNN Newsroom • Josh Levs
November 21st, 2010
03:49 AM ET

Vending Machines Decide For You

How many times have you stood in front of a soda machine and had trouble deciding what you wanted to drink? A company in Tokyo is rolling out vending machines that can tell what you want - just by looking at you.

Look for Nadia Bilchik's Morning Passport segments on CNN Saturday and Sunday Mornings with T.J. Holmes.

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