04-16-12 -- 04-20-12

Daytime Exclusive: George Zimmerman's Friend Speaks. Sherri Shepherd, Natalie Morales and Fran Drescher

Monday, April 16, 2012

In a daytime exclusive, Frank Taaffe, a neighbor and vocal supporter of George Zimmerman, weighs in on the controversy, telling Anderson that in the case of Trayvon Martin, Zimmerman “will be exonerated of all charges.”

Sherri Shepherd, the latest celebrity to be eliminated from "Dancing with the Stars," talks about her emotional departure from the show.

Then, how easy is it for your child to be abducted? Natalie Morales investigates with a hidden camera experiment and is shocked to see her own child willingly go along when approached by a complete stranger. Find out how easy your children can become a target, and learn what you can do to protect them from predators.

Plus, in a compelling interview, Fran Drescher opens up about surviving cancer and how she turned a failed marriage into a successful new sitcom, "Happily Divorced." The famous comedian also addresses rumors of a reunion of "The Nanny."

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Daytime Exclusive: Trayvon Martin's Brother and Parents

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

In a daytime exclusive, Trayvon Martin’s brother speaks out, along with his family, on Trayvon’s tragic death and the latest developments in the case. Anderson and a panel of legal experts separate fact from fiction and tell you what you need to know as the controversial case unfolds.

Then, could you have a racial bias and not even know it? Take the test that measures your subconscious feelings about race -- that you may not even be aware of. You’ll be shocked to see what happens when everyday people, who claim that they have absolutely no prejudice, are put to the test. What does this say about racism in America? And what can we all do to come together?

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Anderson's Fight Lab / Best-Selling Author Nicholas Sparks

Wednesday, April 18, 2012


It's an important show... one that just might save your relationship. Do you fight fair or are your fights going to destroy your relationship?

Anderson welcomes Dr. John Gottman, Co-Founder of The Gottman Institute. He's the nation's foremost researcher on marriage and relationships, and says he can predict with 94% accuracy whether a marriage will end in divorce. He tells us that how someone fights makes a huge difference. For instance, do you roll your eyes, show contempt or constantly nag?

Cameras follow one couple in their home for a week to observe every interaction and every argument. See what you can learn from the way they fight, and find out the right way to argue to keep your relationship from falling apart.

Then, best-selling author Nicholas Sparks discusses his latest book to hit the big screen, "The Lucky One," starring Zac Efron. See how Nicholas overcame rejection to become an international phenomenon.

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Daytime Exclusive: Susan Powell's Family / Extreme Moms

Thursday, April 19, 2012

In a daytime exclusive, the family of Susan Powell, who is still missing after disappearing two years ago, speaks out on her now deceased husband and children. How did this tragedy occur and what is happening with the investigation?

Then, she said, "'til death do us part," but she didn't know her husband was going to try to kill her. In a daytime exclusive, meet Susan Walters, who killed the hit man her husband hired to kill her. Hear the frightening tale and learn what you can do to protect yourself under the most extreme circumstances.

A forensics expert takes Anderson through a real-life CSI crime demonstration right on our stage. Would you know what to look for in a crime scene? Find out what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Plus, Anderson confronts two moms whose obsession with exercise and looking young are taken to extremes -- obsessions that may be costing them their relationships with their daughters. Why are these moms obsessed? How are their children being affected? And what can we learn about our own habits?

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Husband Hunters / Anderson on Your Side: Wedding Disasters

Friday, April 20, 2012

Is there a website that teaches women how to pick up married men? Anderson talks to a group of “husband hunters” who run a website that promotes "groupie culture," and teaches women how to hunt down pro-athlete "ballers," some of whom are married.

Why are these women behaving this way? And what can you do to protect your relationship? In a heated debate, wives and ex-wives of professional athletes face-off with the founder of the site and several groupies who use it.

Then, Anderson is helping brides suffering from wedding day disasters. Meet a woman who was duped by a wedding dress scam and another whose wedding day was destroyed by a hurricane. Find out how to avoid disaster on your big day. And, watch Anderson pull off the surprise of a lifetime!