02-20-12 -- 2-24-12

Janet Jackson: A Daytime Exclusive

Monday, February 20, 2012





On Monday, February 20th...

In a daytime exclusive, Janet Jackson, five-time Grammy-winning recording artist and actress, joins Anderson for an unforgettable interview about her career, her personal life, her lifelong struggle with self-esteem and weight, and so much more.

Janet also discusses life after her brother Michael's passing. She also shares the shock and pain she felt after the recent death of music icon Whitney Houston.

Anderson asks Janet if she will be the new judge on "X-Factor." Then, three Janet fans get the surprise of a lifetime.

Janet's chef consultant, Andre Carthen, will share personal recipes he prepares for Janet, which keep her looking so good. Plus, Janet's longtime personal trainer, Tony Martinez, who Janet credits for her amazingbody transformation, shares his secrets for looking good.

Janet's book, "True You," is now available in paperback.

Also, it's a television surprise that will have you dancing in your living room. A Janet-inspired dance troupe and superfans think they're on the show for a dance-off, but what they don't know is that Janet is backstage and about to give them the surprise of a lifetime.

Be sure to watch Janet Jackson, this Presidents' Day, Monday, February 20.

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Courteney Cox and the Cast of 'Cougar Town'

Tuesday, February 21, 2012


It’s a fun hour with one of America's most beloved stars ... Courteney Cox is here!

TV and film superstar Courteney Cox joins Anderson to discuss what her life is like since her separation from her husband of 11 years, David Arquette. Find out how she and David successfully co-parent their daughter, Coco. She’ll also talk about what her friendship with Jennifer Aniston is really like.

Then, meet the cast of her hit show, "Cougar Town," and get the real scoop on whether Courteney is dating any of her co-stars.

Plus, the "Cougar Town" cast shows Anderson their favorite on-set Penn Can game and takes questions from the audience.

Join the conversation early: Tweet us, @Anderson #Anderson -- what’s your favorite #CougarTown episode?

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Could Your Family Survive a Disaster? Plus, a Dad Gets a Bionic Arm

Wendesday, February 22, 2012

Are you prepared for a disaster? If the end of the world was upon us, would your family be able to survive? Meet people preparing for Doomsday. Are they just paranoid or do they know something the rest us don't?

From stockpiling water and weapons to building bunkers in the desert, the cast members of National Geographic's "Doomsday Preppers" are talking to Anderson about why they believe the world will end -- and what they're doing to prepare for it. Is there any logic to their unique beliefs and strategies for facing life’s uncertainties? Can they teach us something that could save our lives, too?

Join the conversation early: Tweet us, @Anderson #Anderson #Preppers -- What would you do if you knew the world was coming to an end in 30 days? Do you believe in doomsday?

Then, in an emotional moment, a father who lost his arm in a tragic work accident receives a bionic prosthetic live on our stage… and the surprise of a lifetime from his favorite Major League baseball team.

Plus, Anderson discusses the latest trending topics with "Mob Wives" star Karen Gravano and TV personality Jacque Reid.

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Shocking Teacher Sex Scandal & Inside the Mind of a Sex Offender

Thursday, February 23, 2012

It's an eye-opening and important hour...

With so many cases of child sex abuse going unreported, in this very special "Anderson" episode, it is our hope that someone watching will learn or hear something that will help save a child.

From the startling headlines of Penn State to the recent Los Angeles school sex abuse scandal, Anderson is going inside the minds of sex offenders*, including an online predator, a babysitter, and a former pastor who was sexually involved with a teenage boy, to understand how these child predators operate -- and what you can do to stop them and protect your kids.

An expert panel gives parents warning signs to look for, specific ways to talk to your kids, and the best tips for safeguarding computers and smart phonesfrom dangerous predators.

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The Duggars: 19 Kids and Counting. Plus, 'Who Do You Think You Are?' with Lisa Kudrow

Friday, February 23, 2012

In a daytime exclusive, "19 Kids and Counting" stars Bob and Michelle Duggar join Anderson to discuss their supersized family, and the miscarriage Michelle suffered while carrying their 20th child. The Duggars are joined, via satellite, by their 19 children to talk about the challenges and rewards of having such a large family, and why they have chosen to share the pain of their loss on national television.

Plus, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow joins Anderson to discuss how she traces the lineage of her guests on her hit show, "Who Do You Think You Are?" Blair Underwood is on hand to share his experience in retracing his ancestry, and reveals the astonishing things he discovered.

Then, in an unforgettable, emotional surprise... the winner of Anderson's "Road to Success" car giveaway is revealed!