I wonder why it was never mentioned that the CD is available at Target?

Plus he kept saying it was available through 'lotusflower.com' and the general public would most likely not think of substituting a 3 for an 'e.'

If the web address was ever posted during the show, I guess I missed it, but it looks like a failed promotional opportunity.
(Then again, I doubt a lot of people were watching at 1 a.m. anyway that didn't already know where to get the CD.)

BriaVelveeta said:

It was shown here in Cali at 7pm

but you're right why would they promote the website which you can't get into for under 77 bucks when target has loads of copies at there stores.

PEJ said:

Even in 'promoting' the website, the didn't specify that you need to use a '3' instead of an 'e' so people who would look for it will end up someplace else if they just try to type it in.

Maybe they will make it clearer tomorrow night?

PEJ said:

I just saw the 11pm replay, didn't know it was on earlier too...
[Edited 4/28/09 1:18am]

Anyone know if this'll hit our screens in the uk?

I just watched it. Interesting to say the least.

Nice innerview by TAVIS but I was a bit stunned by PRINCE'S reaction to PRESIDENT OBAMA. I understand that as a JAHOVAH WITNESS Prince does not vote and that is cool.....but I felt that PRINCE'S reaction to him was a bit off. Our new PRESIDENT is working very hard on tackling our everyday issues concerning the economy not to mention a whole lot of other things. Isn't PRINCE working on tackling the world that we live in just as well as our new PRESIDENT? I truly do not understand PRINCE'S reaction to him. He acted almost like he could not be bothered with PRESIDENT OBAMA. Both are working to making a better world. One with his lyric's and music and the other with taking on everyday situations at the WHITE HOUSE and all around the country. Both have GLOBAL matters to take on.
I was utterly stunned by PRINCE'S reaction to our PRESIDENT and a bit concerned. Ok.....you don't want to celebrate holidays like Christmas, you choose not to vote, and you have a different vision concerning politic's and religion, but the reaction that PRINCE had was uncalled for. Sorry PRINCE.....PRESIDENT OBAMA is trying to spread and uplift love and power throughout our nation just like you so there was no reason to have the reaction you had when the discussion of our new PRESIDENT came up. Isn't it all about UNITY????? You are both on the same page there PRINCE.
Where was the conversation about the new 3 cd set and how he got in with TARGET? How about a conversation concerning the current sales status since it is being sold only with one outlet other than in joining in on the website.
STAY TUNED UNTIL TOMORROW FOR PART 2 of this innerview.
Peace.....Nicky Tuzio
e-mail: tuztones@optimum.net

He seems totally at peace with himself and his past. He also seems convicted in what it is he believes. I can choose to not agree but got I've got to respect his decisions. He's really funny i,e. " I sleep like this" Lol

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[Edited 7/7/09 1:09am]

BriaVelveeta said:

google has a nice function that would clarify that mistake to ppl

Wonder how long before this gets uploaded somewhere.....did any of you guys record it?

tuztones said:

Not everyone voted for President Obama. Nowhere in his interview did Prince insult President Obama or said anything disrespectful about him. He stated how he felt about the presidency in this country period and went into discussing other areas of that. His feelings about President Obama, was not the only issue discussed. He also discussed some of the lyrics in his song "Dreamer". Which is what I was hoping he did during that interview, although Tavis stated he had 3 of Prince's songs that he wanted to ask him about the lyrics, which will be discussed in part 2 tonight.

For the song "Dreamer", Prince spoke of Dick Gregory, activist/author from the 60s, who was/is one of his mentors and friends, and mentioned that he was the inspiration for writing "Dreamer". Prince talked about the "Chemtrails" issue. Prince stated how after listening to Mr. Gregory speak at one of "State of the Black Union" (SOBU) conferences about "chemtrails", and how it was Mr. Gregory, who is a friend of Prince, is responsible for his awareness on the issue of "chemtrails." Only thing is I don't recall Prince mentioning the book title of Mr. Gregory's book, in which I wish he did, but he did suggest that people go over to Dick Gregory's site and check it out, so I guess that's what I will be doing, checking out Mr. Gregory's site.

Tavis also asked Prince who his mentors were throughout his life, and Prince mentioned the late boxer, Jack Johnson, as one of his mentors based on Mr. Johnson's strength and perseverance as a boxer. He stated that during Mr. Johnson's time, and during those tumultous times, that no matter how many times Mr. Johnson, as a boxer was knocked down, he still got up, and he admired Mr. Johnson basically for his strength and perseverance.

On the subject of "critcism", Prince basically stated that he doesn't mind "constructive criticism" especially when it is regarding his music, especially when it comes from those who are your loved ones or friends, as constructive critism is done out of love, and advice given to help one improve either with self or specific areas of interest, like his music. He mentioned Miles Davis as one of his friends who gave him constructive criticism regarding his music, but yes, Prince did say the other kind of criticism, the kind done out of malice, with a twist of sarcasm and ill-will, that comes from those those who don't really know him or are his supposed friends does hurt. In my opinion, in discussing the latter, apparently the criticism he speaks of that seems to hurt him or any of us, is the kind of criticism that is definitely not from an inspirational or improvement standpoint, when one gives a friend some advice on how they can improve either with self or some other specific area of interest, but moreso out of malice and disrespect.


He discussed being epilectic until the age of 7, which is when he stopped having seizures. He discussed how he felt about the "State of the Black Union" Conference, and how he's had an interest in many of the issues discussed in the conference, and also mentioned Dick Gregory and Cornel West and the many talks they've had when he gets together with them, including Tavis to discuss those issues. There was a lot more said on that, but I'll wait for someone else to mention it. All I know is during the discussion, Prince apparently has a lot of concern for the black community as well or I doubt he would partake in the SOBU discussions with his friends mentioned in this post. In closing I found the interview interesting and Prince opened up quite a bit about himself and of his concerns/interests about other issues.

Part II continues tonight, and I can't wait to see what else he has to say.

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2elijah said:

Thanks for that breakdown of the interview 2elijah, it sounds excellent I hope UK orgers get to view the entire show soon too.

any idea where to watch this online?

japanrocks said:

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anybody got a web link for the complete interview..???

This is extremely well-written, which is refreshing. Thank you!

A post on another thread mentioned how Tavis stammers a bit and really pre-thinks his questions. There was so much wasted time in that interview, especially since Prince takes his time answering the questions!

I've never really seen Prince this candid and talkative.

tuztones said:

uh, u obviously havent 'caught on' 2 the lyrics of Colonized Mind.

i was just listening to Beck's "chemtrails" when i read about prince
talking chemtrails.

that topic is a bit 'out there', isn't it? i mean, don't get me wrong,
i've looked into chemtrails myself a while back but it's just one of
those things that i'd file next to the cupachabra and the fiji mermaid

thepope2the9s said:

Well, even if we don't agree, everyone is entitled to their own opinions about our new President, whether they voted/support him or not. I don't see why tuz feels what Prince stated about Obama, was uncalled for. all he did was tell how he felt just like every other citizen does about a President He didn't say anything disrespectful about him.

He discussed one of the lines of the lyrics in "Dreamer", the line that states "I was born on the plantation of the red, white & blue" . He states that line referencing citizens of this country are indentured servants in America's system, which in my opinion isn't too far from the truth at all. I have to say I was surprised at how he opened up about the issues he discussed with Tavis.

Now what Prince should do is have a future followup interview with Tavis, posted on his site for fans to watch. As even 1 hour was not enough time for Prince to go "more in depth" on some of the issues discussed. For example, I'd like to hear more about his opinions and knowledge of "chemtrails" and his concerns about black community issues as a whole, and some of the issues discussed during the SOBU conferences, as Prince made a statement during last night's interview that he shows a tape of the SOBU conference to friends and especially white folks because "they need to know about us" and I referenced that statement to him meaning educating them about social issues/culture(s) within the black community as a whole. After that statement I don't think anyone has to question how Prince "identifies" himself. With that being said it was a pretty good interview. I look forward to part 2 tonight.
[Edited 4/28/09 12:37pm]

Se7en said:

I thought the same thing. It was nice to seem him open up.

That was a great interview. I felt like I was watching 2 men have a regular conversation. Prince came across as cool and comfortable with himself at this point in time. It was very interesting hearing him talk about his childhood the way he did. I don't think he's talked about it in an interview the way he did with Tavis last night. I'm looking forward to seeing part 2 tonight.

This was very informative since I did not see it, Thank you.

A nice rare sit down with Prince, great interview.

blackbob said:

JOYJOY said:

Thanks no problem.

We just found out my neice has epilepsy, it's a terrible frightening thing to see a child go thru seisures. I'm glad he got thru it and hope the same for Terraya.

Dayclear said:

My prayers go out to you and your niece.

Enjoyed the interview but Tavis is one of my least favorite interviewers. He has amazing guests but constantly uses too much time praising and setting up the questions. Hard to believe that he hasn’t improved in this area over the years. Anyway, can’t wait for the next part.

BriaVelveeta said:

My question exactly. It was very curious that they only mentioned the website and not Target. It's misleading to say the least, especially when they kept showing the physical CD.
And I think I know the reason: Wal-Mart was advertised as one of the supporters of PBS, at least where I live. Maybe they didn't want to promote Target, their chief competition.