05-21-12 -- 05-25-12

Is it okay to breastfeed a toddler? Should children sleep in the same bed as their parents?

It’s the controversial Time magazine story that sparked a national debate about attachment parenting. The mother featured on the cover joins the conversation to talk about the photo, and if she’s surprised it has ignited a passionate discussion about parenting.

"Big Bang Theory" star and attachment parenting advocate Mayim Bialik weighs in on how old is too old to breastfeed, and whether parents should share a bed with their children. Mayim talks about her new book, “Beyond the Sling: A Real-Life Guide to Raising Confident, Loving Children the Attachment Parenting Way.”

Then, the latest “Dancing with the Stars” castoff and “Extra” host Maria Menounos talks about her experience on the hit reality show and what it was like working with dancing partner Derek Hough. She’s also talks about why she was recently spotted in Times Square in a bikini.

Actress Rebecca Romijn joins for Co-Host Monday and opens up about being married to actor Jerry O’Connell, and a mother to twins Dolly and Charlie.

Plus, actor Billy Bob Thornton joins to talk about his new book, "The Billy Bob Tapes: A Cave Full of Ghosts."

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The New 'Human Barbie' / Men Who Love Dolls

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Meet Sarah Burge, the guest who pushed Anderson to his limit, and see the heated exchange that abruptly ended the interview. Sarah reportedly spent over $500,000 on plastic surgery and calls herself the “Human Barbie,” gave her now 8-year-old daughter "plastic surgery vouchers" on her 7th birthday, and encouraged her teenaged daughter to get Botox.

Watch to see why Anderson cut the interview short.

Then, Anderson speaks with a married man who is in a relationship with a life-sized doll. How can a man fall in love with a doll? Dr. Mike Dow weighs in to answer the question... is this normal?

Plus, country singer Clint Black and actress/wife Lisa Hartman open up about how their twenty-year marriage is still thriving.

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'Storage Wars' / Co-Host Ana Gasteyer / Jimmy Fallon

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Anderson welcomes modern day treasure hunters and stars of the hit A&E show "Storage Wars," Dave Hester, Barry Weiss, Darrell Sheets, Brandy Passante and Jarrod Shulz. With the help of auctioneers Laura and Dan Dotson, Anderson holds his own "Anderson Storage War."

A mystery locker is auctioned off to one lucky studio audience member and you won't believe what’s inside! Plus, learn secrets from the pros for scoring deals on hidden treasure.

The hilarious Ana Gasteyer brings her comedic talents to co-host with Anderson for this exciting hour. The "SNL" alum opens up about being a mom, and tries to convince Anderson to love macaroons.

The one and only Jimmy Fallon is here! Anderson surprises the "Late Night" host with a tape of his "SNL" audition. Find out why Jimmy credits a troll doll for his entire career, and watch as Anderson, Ana and Jimmy perform one of the funniest segments from Jimmy’s hit late-night show.

Plus, Jimmy faces off with Anderson in a game of trivia, but what Anderson doesn't know is that Jimmy and our producers are fooling him!

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Kevin Costner / I Married Myself

Thursday, May 24, 2012


He's one of the most well-known, romantic leading men of our time...

Two-time Academy Award winner Kevin Costner joins Anderson to discuss his upcoming History Channel miniseries, "Hatfields & McCoys." Anderson surprises Kevin with real-life family members from each side of one of the longest feuds in American history.

Kevin opens up about the death of Whitney Houston and reveals personal stories from their close friendship. The actor also responds to rumors of a sequel to "The Bodyguard."

Plus, would you marry yourself? In a daytime exclusive, meet Nadine, a woman making headlines because she said goodbye to romantic relationships with others and instead said "I do" and married herself.

Find out why Nadine threw a commitment ceremony for herself and why she goes on "date nights" alone. Is this an expression of healthy self-love, or a cry for help? Plus, no matter your relationship status, learn top ways to find happiness for yourself!

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Moms Behaving Badly

Friday, May 25, 2012


Moms caught shoplifting and drinking alcohol on play dates. Have they gone too far? Or is what they're doing okay?

Anderson's hidden cameras follow one mom through a department store to see how and why she shoplifts. What kind of example is she setting for her kids? Will she ever stop?

Then, moms drinking wine during their children's play dates. They don't think they're doing anything wrong, but another group of mothers is horrified. Find out why these moms are going to such extremes.

Then, meet the man behind the hugely successful Dyson company. Hear Sir James Dyson's incredible story of launching the first vacuum that didn’t lose suction -- after 15 years of frustration, perseverance, and over 5,000 prototypes.







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