05-28-12 -- 06-01-12

Co-Host Monday with Carrie Ann Inaba / Sharon Osbourne / Fitness Trainer Deliberately Gains Nearly 100 Lbs.

Monday, May 28, 2012

It's co-host Monday with Carrie Ann Inaba! The "Dancing with the Stars" judge is sharing secrets for the upcoming "All-Stars" season, and reveals how she surprised her parents when she danced with Madonna.

What's one of Carrie Ann's secrets for staying healthy? She shares her favorite cleanse with Anderson, who tries to avoid green, healthy things (like spinach!). Will he be willing to try it? Carrie Ann is also sharing her favorite things -- watch to find out how to win them all!

Then, "America's Got Talent" star Sharon Osbourne joins Anderson to discuss becoming a grandmother for the first time, what it's like working with Howard Stern, and why she's feuding with Simon Cowell.

It's the first "Anderson's Viewers Got Talent"! Sharon and Carrie Ann -- from two of the most popular competition shows on TV -- join forces to help Anderson judge.

Plus, meet the trainer who gained nearly 100 lbs. in four months to help understand what it's really like to be obese. Find out how this emotional transformation affected his life, and learn the most important thing you can do to lose weight.

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Hidden Health Risks / America's Tallest Man

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

From your household cleaners, cosmetics and energy drinks to even your mattress, we’re bombarded with headlines about hidden health risks hiding in the home, but how much is just hype and when do you really need to worry? With the help of medical contributor Dr. Ian Smith, Anderson will separate fact from fiction.

Do your kids consume energy drinks? Anderson will meet the headline-making family mourning their 14-year-old daughter -- who tragically died after drinking two 24-oz. cans of a highly caffeinated beverage. Find out what her mother wants you to know about how to protect your kids.

We'll meet a mom who went to extremes to rid her home of what she believes were toxic threats to her family. She threw away thousands of dollars worth of belongings and says she has no regrets. Did she go overboard? She explains which products she shields her family from, and Dr. Ian Smith responds with the medical community's findings.

Plus, what is the one thing you should immediately remove from your kitchen? Learn the affordable, natural cleaning alternatives for every household.

Then, standing at 7’8”, Igor Vovkovinskiy is the tallest man in America. He's revealing the latest challenge he's facing, and showing us what his life is really like. Anderson has a surprise that will keep him from needing further surgery.

Anderson highlights an important initiative that needs your support. Find out how one small act can make you a hero to millions of people suffering in the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa. Visit WeCanBeHeroes.org to do what you can to help.

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HGH Debate / Kid Phenoms / Mompreneurs

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

It's Hollywood's biggest secret to looking young...

How far would you go to look and feel younger? Anderson looks at the growing trend of people taking HGH (human growth hormone), which is said to reduce wrinkles, increase energy and help you lose weight. Some doctors warn this hormone is dangerous. Is it the Fountain of Youth or a life-threatening scam?

Meet a mom and her 23-year-old daughter who both use the drug. Find out why they say it's making them look and feel great, and meet the doctor behind their treatment. Are there legitimate uses for the drug?

Author and actress Alana Stewart joins the conversation and tells Anderson why she briefly used the hormone -- and why she stopped. Plus, hear from another medical expert who is incredibly concerned about the high rate of side effects.

Then, meet incredible kids with amazing talents, including a phenomenal child orchestra conductor and a 10-year-old fitness guru. How have these kids achieved greatness at such a young age, and what can we learn from them?

All season long, Anderson has met inspirational female entrepreneurs. Today, meet a mompreneur who is getting help with organizing her business. Get great business advice for moms with businesses.

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How I Cheated Death / Forced Sterilization

Thursday, May 31, 2012

From a terrifying hostage stand off to being buried alive in sand, Anderson speaks with everyday people who defied the odds and cheated death. How did they find the strength to save themselves, and what can everyone learn from their situations?

Meet a woman who was held hostage in her home, at gunpoint, by her own husband. After twelve hours of being taunted and tormented, it all came to an end when the home was engulfed in flames. Find out how she survived. For the first time on the show, she meets the hero dispatcher who helped save her life.

How did an 11-year-old boy go from digging in the sand to being buried alive? Hear his frightening story and find out how a small air pocket, along with his ability to stay calm, helped save his life. Learn how you can survive a traumatic situation.

Then, a hidden and shameful part of our history that will shock you. Imagine the government said you were either too poor, too promiscuous or not smart enough to have children… and forced your sterilization. It happened in this country as late as the 1970s. Tens of thousands of Americans were sterilized against their will; men, women and even children.

Straight from the headlines, one woman shares her harrowing story of how a state government sterilized her over 44 years ago. Hear why she was targeted and what she wants everyone to know. Victims are speaking out, and they not only want an apology, they want justice. It's important to understand how this happened... so it never happens again.

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The Most Controversial Guests and Outrageous Moments

Friday, June 1, 2012

Anderson is taking a look back at this season's most provocative guests and outrageous moments. Hear Anderson reflect on the guests who pushed his buttons, the situations that left him speechless, and the stories he just can't forget.

Anderson has updates on this year's biggest headlines and stories everyone is still talking about.

Our friends at Yahoo! Shine are always watching the latest trends. Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Romolini is sharing with Anderson on the hottest fashions, beauty and food trends buzzing right now.

All season long, Anderson revealed his picky eating habits. Today, Tracy Altman, mom and chef at Wholly Salsa (from the makers of Wholly Guacamole), tells Anderson and mom of three, Lorraine, all about easy, affordable and healthy dinner ideas for busy families.






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