america lost as a result of all those brilliant, talented people like your grandfather and like paul robesonand other giants who got blackballed, blacklisted because -- it is insane. the things that happen in america offends me every time i think about it. >> it is worth remembering because it was not that long ago. tavis: you get a chance to do the stuff you are doing including "hitrecord on tv" on pivot. good to have you here. that is our show. thanks for watching and as always, keep the faith. >> for more information on today's show, visit tavis smiley at pbs.org. tavis: hi, i'm tavis smiley. join me next time for a conversation with the usually silent tell her about his new acclaimed ."cumentary, "tim's vermeer that is next time. we will see you then. >> and by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. thank you. >> be more. pbs. >> be more. pbs. captioning sponsored by wpbt >> sharks have fascinated mankind and held it in awe for centuries. however, most people only know of the few species that sometimes come in contact with humans. >> most of the living species oç sharks