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Timothy Bella, a staff writer and editor for the Washington Post, joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his new book "Barkley: A Biography." Bella explores Charles Barkley's early childhood, storied NBA career, and role as a provocative voice in American culture.
Grammy winning singer, composer and vocalist Ileana Mercedes Cabra Joglar, better known as iLe, joins CBS News Lilia Luciano to discuss how she is using music to express the frustration of the marginalized. iLe, who began her musical career as a teenager alongside her brothers in the group Calle 13, talks about the evolution of reggaeton and music originating from Puerto Rico. She explains the inspiration behind her latest album "Nacarile," which was worked on during the pandemic.
Josh Sapan, executive vice chairman of AMC Networks, joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss his new book: "The Third Act: Reinventing Your Next Chapter." Sapan shares the stories of people who are redefining conventional retirement and living their most productive and thrilling new chapters later in life.
From combatting burnout to working remotely, workplace expert and author Anne Helen Petersen shares tips for navigating the modern work environment with CBS News' Errol Barnett. Petersen is the host of Crooked Media's new podcast, "Work Appropriate."
New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pink joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss his book "The Power of Regret." He says regret can make us better and is a very human emotion. Pink shares what he discovered after surveying more than 16,000 people from 105 countries, including the most common type of regret.
Dr. Anthony Fauci joins CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook to look back on his nearly 40 year career at the NIH serving seven presidents. Dr. Fauci, who is stepping down at the end of the year, currently serves as President Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser and the director of the National institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the National Institutes of Health, The 81-year-old reflects on his Brooklyn upbringing, his Jesuit education and the lessons learned early in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Jason Rezaian, opinion writer at The Washington Post, joins CBS News' Ed O'Keefe to discuss his experience being released nearly seven years ago after being held hostage in Iran for 544 days. Rezaian provides insight into his experience of reintegrating into civilian life and offers advice for Brittney Griner.
Samuel D. Hunter, playwright and screenwriter of "The Whale," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss adapting his 2012 play for the big screen and how the global pandemic gave new resonance to the story. He also talks about collaborating with director Darren Aronofsky and actor Brendan Fraser on the film
Filmmaker Antoine Fuqua discusses his latest movie, "Emancipation", with CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers. Inspired by a true story, "Emancipation" stars Will Smith as Peter, a slave in the 1860s who escaped from his plantation. A real photograph of Peter's bare back, scarred by whippings, helped spark the abolitionist movement. Fuqua shares what drew him to the project and the importance of telling this powerful story -- he calls it his "love letter to the country." Plus, Fuqua also comments on the infamous slap at the 2022 Oscar involving Will Smith and Chris Rock - and whether he's concerned it will taint viewers opinion of the film. "Emancipation" begins streaming on Apple TV+ December 9th.
Award-winning portrait and documentary photographer Lynn Goldsmith joins CBS News Vladimir Duthiers to discuss her new book, "Music in the '80s." Goldsmiith looks back at her career - switching gears from directing to managing bands before becoming an iconic photographer.
Writer and director Elegance Bratton joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss his new film "The Inspection." Inspired by his own life, the film tells the story a young gay man - who rejected by his mother - finds unexpected strength, camaraderie and support after he joins the Marines.
Scott Prendergast, the creator and executive producer of CBS' "So Help Me Todd," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss how helping his estranged mother find her husband after he disappeared prompted him to write a TV series about the experience. He shares how the series at it's core is about parenting, and how becoming a father himself two years ago helped him reevaluate his own relationship with his mother. Prendergast talks about casting Marcia Gay Harden as the successful lawyer Margaret Wright and Skylar Astin as her son, Todd.
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The new film, Devotion tells the true story of Jesse Brown - the first black Navy pilot - and Tom Hudner, a fellow Navy pilot who tried to save Brown's life after he was shot down. Actors Jonathan Majors and Glen Powell spoke to CBS News' Jericka Duncan about playing the real life heroes and coming away from working on the film with a new sense of devotion. Plus, hear the promise Powell made to Hudner before his death in 2017.
Father of four and co-host of CBS Mornings, Tony Dokopuil joins soon to be first-time father CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to offer advice on fatherhood. The two discuss co-parenting with spouses, asking the grandparents for help, baby proofing the house and the legacy children represent.
Carlton Cuse, director, executive producer and showrunner of "Five Days at Memorial" joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the Apple TV + miniseries. Cuse shares what drew him to the story, based on the 2013 nonfiction book of the same name by Sheri Fink, that chronicles the impact of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath on a hospital in 2005.
Andy Mooney, CEO of Fender Musical Instruments Corp, joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss how the company has worked to keep up with increased demand fueled by the pandemic. Founded over 70 years ago, Fender remains a favorite choice for instruments among professional and amateur musicians - including Duthiers himself! Mooney, a former Disney and Nike executive, explains how his current job fulfills his teenage dream of being a musician.
Actor and writer Andrea Savage joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss starring opposite Sylvester Stallone in the new Paramount+ series "Tulsa King." She shares what it was like working on the Taylor Sheridan created series and being a female creator and writer in Hollywood. Savage reflects on creating and starring in her own comedy series, "I'm Sorry," and joining the cast of "Veep" as the character of Laura Montez.
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Mike Madrid, GOP political consultant and co-founder of The Lincoln Project, joins CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane ahead of the midterm elections. He explains how the Latino vote is critical in many competitive races across the country, how Republicans have made inroads with the Hispanic population and why he thinks ticket splitting on Election Day is a good sign. Madrid also discusses how The Lincoln Project came together in an effort to defeat President Donald Trump in the 2020 election, how tension among the group's founders led to their separation and responds to criticism of the organization. Madrid is featured in the Showtime documentary series "The Lincoln Project," which chronicles the organization during the 2020 election. Showtime is a division of Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS News.
Tyler Alvarez joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss starring in Netflix's new workplace comedy "Blockbuster," which follows six employees at the video rental giant’s last existing store. Alvarez talks about making the transition from child actor to Hollywood with his break out role in "American Vandal."
"CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil, CBS News correspondent Enrique Acevedo and CBS Miami's Jim DeFede discuss the power of the Latino vote and the importance of Florida in the 2022 midterms.
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Jeff Raider, co-founder and co-CEO of Harry's, shares how the idea to disrupt the male shaving industry came about after having already revolutionized the eyewear business by co-founding Warby Parker.
Rabbi Jeffrey Myers, of the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss the October 27th, 2018 deadly attack on his congregation that killed 11 people and wounded six - making it the deadliest attack on Jews in U.S. history.
Former talk show host Ricki Lake joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss her new podcast "Raised By Ricki," which looks back at "The Ricki Lake Show" thirty years after it premiered. She reexamines episodes and topics covered on the iconic 90's talk show, while chatting with celebrity friends. Lake also talks about breaking through has Tracy Turnblad in "Hairspray" as a teenager and now working on documentaries.
Comedians Conan O'Brien and Kevin Nealon join CBS News correspondent Jamie Wax to discuss their decades long friendship. They relish in Nealon formerly hidden talent and his new book, "I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame."
Director Tobias Lindholm and screenwriter Krysty Wilson-Cairns join CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss their new Netflix film, "The Good Nurse." A new true-crime thriller film, "The Good Nurse" follows the real story of a nurse who killed dozens of hospital patients, and the woman who helped stop him.
Diego Mercado details his path to attain the perfect physique and personal struggle with muscle dysmorphia - "a psychological disorder marked by a negative body image and an obsessive desire for a jacked physique." Mercado is featured in the October issue of Men's Health, which centers around the theme "every body is perfect." He joins CBS News' Errol Barnett, along with Men's Health editor in chief Richard Dorment to discuss the pressures and stigma surrounding male body images.
Composer and director John Carpenter joins CBS News’ Jamie Wax to discuss the latest installment in his Halloween film series - “Halloween Ends.”
Brian Niccol, the CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, discusses the effect inflation is having on business, introducing new menu items and efforts by employees to unionize.
Satirist Armando Iannucci, the creator of "Veep" and "Avenue 5," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to share his secret to finding humor in benign aspects of human life. He discuss what viewers can expect from the second season of "Avenue 5," which premieres on Oct 10th on HBO and HBOmax. Iannucci also previews his next project.
Chris Estrada, the star and creator of "This Fool," joins CBS News producer Anthony Martinez to discuss the new Hulu comedy series which follows the misadventures of two cousins. Julio, played by Estrada, works at a gang rehabilitation center called Hugs Not Thugs. His older cousin, Luis, is a former gang member who was just released from prison after serving eight years. The first season of the new half-hour comedy is now streaming on Hulu.
Filmmaker and activist Abigail Disney joins CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss her new documentary, "The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales." The film examines income inequality at the company her grandfather and great-uncle founded, asking why the American dream seems so out of reach for so many.
In response to the film, a spokesperson for The Walt Disney Company shared this statement: “Our amazing Cast Members, storytellers, and employees are the heart and soul of Disney, and their wellbeing is our top priority. We work hard to ensure that our team is supported in ways that enable them to grow their careers, care for their families, and thrive at work—which is why so many people choose to spend their entire careers with us. It all starts with competitive pay and leading entry wages, but also includes affordable medical coverage, access to tuition-free higher education, subsidized child care for eligible employees, as well as pathways for personal and professional development. We are committed to building on these impactful programs by identifying new ways to support our Cast Members and communities around the world.”
Emmy Award-winning daytime host and actress Kelly Ripa joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book "Live Wire: Long-Winded Short Stories." Ripa talks about stories including her breakup before eloping with Mark Consuelos, how life has changed as an empty-nester, and why she is setting the record straight on her relationship with the late Regis Philbin.
Former Senior White House Correspondent Bill Plante spent 52 years with CBS News before retiring in 2016. Plante passed away on September 28th at the age of 84. He was one of the longest serving White House correspondents in history. Upon his retirement in 2016, Plante joined fellow CBS News correspondents Major Garrett and Mark Knoller to reflect on his career - from covering the Vietnam War to the Civil Rights movement - and the evolution of television journalism. Plante shared the advice Edward R. Murrow gave him early in his career over a bottle of Scotch. Plus, he discusses his love of wine.
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett interviews John Kasich on the splintering of the GOP and finding common ground on the things that matter at the 2022 Texas Tribune Festival in Austin.
Congressman Jamie Raskin, Democrat of Maryland, joins CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa at the 2022 Texas Tribune Festival in Austin to discuss the January 6th House Select Committee's work, the upcoming midterm election and the prospect of former President Trump running again.
Axios co-founder and executive editor Mike Allen joins CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss his new book, "Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less." Allen makes the case that keeping it short is the most efficient way to communicate. Visit smartbrevity.com to find out more.
Actor Anthony Mackie joins CBS Saturday Morning co-host Michelle Miller to discuss his effort to give back to communities devastated by natural disasters by teaming up with GAF to repair and rebuild roofs in the Gulf region. Mackie, who grew up in the 7th Ward of New Orleans, shares the lessons he learned as a child working for his father's roofing business. He explains why he chose not to join the family business and instead pursue a career in acting. Plus, Mackie comments on the significance of playing the first Black Captain America in the Marvel Universe.
Queen Elizabeth II was never expected to ascend the throne. CBS News correspondent Vlad Duthiers takes a look at the royal family lineage, the unlikely events that led to the queen's 70-year reign and both the criticism as well as the admiration for her over the years.
Bestselling author Mo Willems is taking one of his beloved children's book characters on a bit of a ride. Willems speaks with CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax about his new book "The Pigeon Will Ride The Roller Coaster!"
Cynthia Marshall is the first Black female CEO in the NBA. She joins CBS News' Omar Villafranca to talk about her book, "You've Been Chosen: Thriving Through the Unexpected" and how her faith and extreme optimism made her uniquely equipped to turn around the toxic culture at the Dallas Mavericks organization.
CBS News royal contributor Tina Brown joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about Queen Elizabeth II's legacy following her death as well as the future of the monarchy and commonwealth.
A large majority of Americans support age limits for elected officials. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil traveled to the nation's largest senior community to see how people there feel about it.
Gayle King sits down with singer and songwriter BRELAND to discuss his new album "Cross Country," and how he's hoping to make an impact on country music.
Derrick "D-Nice" Jones launched Club Quarantine on Instagram Live during the height of the pandemic. Now he's hosting them in person at the historic Carneige Hall. "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson sits down with DJ D-Nice to discuss his ascend to being one of the most well-known DJ's.
CBS contributing correspondent Jamie Wax speaks to Broadway breakout star Julie Benko about her meteoric rise to fame after starring in "Funny Girl" as the lead role of Fanny Brice.
Bruce Arians, former head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers joins "CBS Mornings" for an exclusive interview to discuss retirement, coaching Tom Brady and the 2016 health scare that became his wake-up call.
The average cost of a gallon of milk nationwide has gone up almost a dollar since 2020. “CBS Mornings” co-host Tony Dokoupil goes up the supply chain – starting from a grocery store, to a farm, to an animal feed store – to track down where inflation really begins.
Will Graham, showrunner, co-creator and executive producer of Amazon's new series "A League of Their Own" joins CBS News' correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss why they decide to reimagine the story made popular in the 1992 film that told a fictionalized account of the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Graham shares how the series has changed his life, getting the blessing of the late Penny Marshall and bringing Rosie O'Donnell into the writer's room. Plus, whether there will be a second season.
CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab and producer Justine Redman discuss reporting from Afghanistan one year since the Taliban took control of the country. They share how safety, security and economic conditions on the ground have changed over the last year for Afghans. And provide more context into their reporting on a father who lost two sons clinging to departing U.S. military planes and visiting an unofficial school for girls in Kabul.
Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss partnering with the president of Ukraine to raise awareness and money for medical care. Reynolds also discusses the band's new music, tour and celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their first album.
Drug overdoses nationwide have reached record highs due to fentanyl, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has identified two cartels targeting Americans. Anne Milgram, administrator of the DEA, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the dangers of synthetic fentanyl and how the agency is cracking down on cartels.
Pychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the burden of “parent guilt,” why it exists and how to combat it by practicing self-compassion.
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Lujan both suffered strokes earlier this year. CBS congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane sat down with them to discuss their recovery, lessons learned, and warning signs for others.
Former Detriot Lions players Calvin Johnson and Rob Sims are changing the conversation around cannabis with Primitiv, a cannabis brand that promotes education and wellness.
Comedian Jon Stewart joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his support for a bill that would expand health care and disability benefits for veterans affected by toxic burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Director, writer, and actor James Morosini joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Wax to discuss his new film "I Love My Dad" which tells his own personal true story about how his father catfished him during a difficult time in their relationship. Morosini discusses how personal the story is and the struggles that came with pitching such a bizarre story. He shares what led to his innovative new way of conveying a strictly social media based relationship in a visually compelling medium.
Director and producer Ron Howard joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his new film "Thirteen Lives" which chronicles the real-life 2018 mission to rescue a team of young boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave in Thailand. Howard discusses what drew him to the story, the challenges of replicating and filming the tight and dangerous conditions. He shares that actors Viggo Mortensen and Colin Farrell did their own diving for the film and even sometimes operated the cameras.
Michael Preysman, the founder of direct-to-consumer apparel company Everlane, joins CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss what was behind his decision to step down as CEO and take on the role of climate lead and executive chairman at the brand. He explains how Everlane works to provide "radical transparency" in pricing and sustainable clothing to consumers who "wear their value on their sleeves." Preysman shares on how the company is navigating supply chain disruptions, rising inflation and a possible recession; while adapting to changes in consumer behavior.
The New Yorker magazine is famous for its cartoons and Emma Allen is the youngest and first woman to work as the publication’s cartoon editor in charge. “CBS Mornings” co-host Tony Dokoupil sits down with Allen for a behind the scenes look at how she chooses what cartoons make it into the iconic magazine.
Actress Alicia von Rittberg stars as Queen Elizabeth I in the new Starz TV show "Becoming Elizabeth." She joins "CBS Mornings" to share what it was like playing the famous monarch and the "princess classes" she took to prepare for the role.
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to explain why he wrote his new book, "Our Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote-A History, a Crisis, a Plan." He shares why he remains optimistic about America's future while writing a call to action. In his book "Our Unfinished March," Holder outlines proposals such adding Puerto Rico and D.C. as states, eliminating the electoral college, taking the politics out of redistricting and reforming the Supreme Court. Holder, the chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, responds to the reversal of Roe v. Wade and the House committee's investigation into the January 6th attack on the Capitol.
Makeup mogul and entrepreneur Bobbi Brown joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new beauty brand Jones Road Beauty, embracing TikTok and her makeup tips for the summer.
Actor Penn Badgley, best known for his roles in "Gossip Girl" and "You," joins CBS News producer Anthony Martinez to discuss his new podcast "Podcrushed" - which aims to explore the awkwardness, heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of being a teenager. He explains how the podcast idea originated with his friends and co-hosts Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari. Badgley shares what drew him to acting as a shy, lonely and sensitive middle school kid. Plus, he tells us what viewers can expect from season two of Netflix's "You."
"Jane the Virgin" writer Rafael Agustin shares what it was like to grow up as an undocumented immigrant in his new memoir, "Illegally Yours." He joins CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano to discuss his family's journey to the United States, why his parents kept his status a secret and working to improve diversity in the entertainment industry.
A study found that the uniting characteristic of people arrested for the January 6th Capitol riot was that they came from counties that saw a substantial decrease in the white population. CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil host with journalist Michele Norris about why she thinks the United States has gotten to such an infliction point. Norris has been looking at the topic of race and identity for the last 12 years through her Race Card Project. it asks people to distill their thoughts, experiences or observations about race into a sentence of just six words.
Inspired by a true story, the HBOmax original series "The Staircase" looks at the 2001 suspicious death of Kathleen Peterson and the life of her husband, Michael Peterson. The series' creator and executive producer Antonio Campos joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the complicated true crime story and the strong feelings that have surrounding the case since the beginning. He addresses criticism from the real-life Michael Peterson and others about the series getting things wrong. Campos shares how the concept for the project evolved from a movie to a limited series.
Basketball star Brittney Griner sent a letter to President Biden, after 138 days of detention in Russia following her arrest on accusation of attempted drug smuggling. Griner's wife, Cherelle, joins "CBS Mornings" to share how the WNBA star is doing, and what she wants the Biden administration to do to free Brittney.
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the seventh season of his podcast "Revisionist History." He talks about uncovering his family history and how his latest book is being adapted into a documentary series.
Veteran Capitol Police officer Aquilino Gonell discusses the importance of the ongoing January 6th committee hearings with CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion. Sergeant Gonell reveals how he's still coping with the fear and trauma from the January 6th attack on the Capitol.
Matt Lopez, screenwriter of HBOMax's "Father of the Bride" discusses how he reimagined the classic to incorporate modern twists. Talking with CBS News' Jamie Wax, Lopez shares what it means to have Latino representation on screen.
Nicole Carroll, editor in chief of USA Today, shares the deeply personal story of her late mother's difficult decision to have an abortion nearly 50 years ago. Talking with CBS News' Nikole Killion, Carroll provides insight into how the family views her mother's decision today as the Supreme Court prepares to decide the fate of abortions in the United States.
Harriet Quimby was the first American woman to receive a pilot's license, among other achievements including becoming the first woman to fly solo over the English Channel. Author and former CBS News correspondent Don Dahler shares the story of the Quimby's incredible, pioneering story to CBS News' Michelle Miller. In his new book, "Fearless: Harriet Quimby A Life without Limit," Dahler tells how a dirt-poor farm girl went on to become a globe-trotting journalist, history-making aviator, and international celebrity.
Ahead of Father's Day, “CBS Mornings” co-host Nate Burleson and NBA player Iman Shumpert discuss the star’s most important role – being a father. The NBA champion explains what molded him into the father he is today, the new season of "The Chi" and other upcoming projects.
Kathleen Buhle was married to Hunter Biden for 24 years. In her new memoir "If We Break: A Memoir of Marriage, Addiction, and Healing" she recounts those years, and her life now. Anthony Mason reports.
"The Modern Loss Handbook" author Rebecca Soffer joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas to share her own journey through loss and grief. Soffer shares lessons she learned after lossing both her parents in her early 30s.
A couple from Puerto Rico with Down syndrome speak to David Begnaud about how they live their life without limits.
Broadway's Joaquina Kalukango joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss her Tony nominated leading role in "Paradise Square." She explains how the production has evolved since she joined the cast and how her show stopping number "Let it Burn" was extended to fit her incredible voice. Joaquina, who was previously nominated for her role in "Slave Play," shares advice previous cast members from "The Color Purple" gave her.
Tony Award nominee Matt Doyle discusses playing the role of Jamie in Broadway's Company and his show stopping performance of "Not Getting Married" with CBS News' Jamie Wax. Doyle explains how he relates to his character and his own struggles with anxiety. The 35-year-old shares what it was like taking over the role originated by actor Olivier winner Jonathan Bailey.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his work on behalf of the Buffalo supermarket mass shooting victim families, and his new Netflix documentary called "Civil.”
Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown discusses her interruption of Ntozake Shange's "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When The Rainbow Is Enuf." Brown shares what it was like to be the first Black woman to direct and choreograph a Broadway show in 67 years. Hear her conversation with CBS News' Jamie Wax.
Fandango's managing editor Erik Davis and correspondent Nikki Novak join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss what movie goers can expect at the box office this summer. From the record-breaking weekend opening of "Top Gun" to the new "Elvis" biopic, Davis and Novak believe movies are back in a big way this summer.
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend and after a devastating week with another mass shooting, CBS Sunday Morning correspondent Lee Cowan shares an essay on what he calls our "National Wound."
Nearly two years after Broadway star Nick Cordero died of complications from COVID, his widow Amanda Kloots sat down to talk about life, loss and moving forward. Nick was one of the first public figures to die from the virus. Amanda wrote a book about her journey and is now a co-host on CBS' "The Talk." CBS News correspondent David Begnaud visited her at home in California to find out how she and her young son Elvis are doing.
New York City has opened the first two overdose prevention centers in the U.S. that supervises users of illicit drugs. CBS News' Senior Medical Correspondent Dr. Tara Narula spoke with OnPointNYC's executive director Sam Rivera about the controversial program that aims to save and repair lives.
Tom Daley is the most decorated British diver of all time, winning four Olympic medals, including a gold medal. He joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss his memoir "Coming Up for Air," about what was really happening both on and off the diving board.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder affects millions of Americans - including nearly 10% of children. A new documentary, "The Disruptors," aims to reframe our view of ADHD and highlight many high-profile people who harnessed their ADHD to achieve great success. Dr. Yamalis Diaz and filmmaker Nancy Armstrong join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the film and what they want people to know about ADHD.
CBS News' Anthony Mason interviews Florence + the Machine frontwoman Florence Welch in London about writing her latest album, "Dance Fever," during the pandemic. Welch told friends she would stop making music after her last tour – but she tells Mason her creativity is a compulsion, and when inspiration strikes she can't help but see it through.
Andy Dunn, co-founder of Bonobos, shares his personal journey with bipolar disorder with CBS News' Errol Barnett. Dunn details the "unspeakable shame" and why he buried his mental health illness in his new book, Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind." He tells Barnett what proved to be the tipping point during his time as CEO of Bonobos and why he's on a mission to normalize discourse of mental illness.
Emmy-winning writer, actor and comedian Ben Schwartz chats with Anthony Mason about his recent roles - including the voice of the iconic video game character Sonic the Hedgehog in "Sonic 2." They visit the former UCB Chelsea Theatre where Schwartz honed his improv skills and the Ed Sullivan Theater where he was once a page for the "Late Show with David Letterman."
Max Borenstein, the showrunner and co-creator of HBO's “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” joins CBS News' Anthony Martinez to discuss the popular show. Borenstein explains how "Winning Time" evolved from a miniseries to a multi-season series. He calls it a love letter to basketball and the NBA and previews what we can expect from the rest of the first season and looks ahead to next season.
Actor Lea MIchele and Jonathan Groff join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss reuniting 15 years after the smash, Tony-winning Broadway run of “Spring Awakening” for a spectacular, one-night only reunion concert to benefit The Actors Fund. "Spring Awakening: Those You've Known" chronicles their whirlwind journey back to the stage and the unconventional love story of breakout stars Jonathan Groff and Lea Michele. The documentary debuts on Tuesday, MAY 3 at 9:00pm ET/PT on HBO and HBO Max.
CBS correspondent Imtiaz Tyab sits down with Bridgerton series 2 star Charithra Chandran to discuss how the show is part of a growing push for south asian actors to be represented in the arts beyond stereotypes, and reveals moments in the show that reference South Asian culture.
TV personality Lilliana Vazquez spent six years trying to get pregnant and suffering in silence. She joins “CBS Mornings'' to share her journey and her message to other families also struggling in silence.
Music megastar Megan Thee Stallion sits down exclusively with CBS MORNINGS co-host Gayle King for her first TV interview addressing the 2020 shooting allegedly involving rapper Tory Lanez. Tory Lanez pleaded not guilty to assault and weapons charges related to the alleged shooting.
Singer-songwriter Charley Crockett's road in the music industry hasn't been easy or traditional. He was named Emerging Act of the Year at the Americana Awards in September, and is now headlining his own tour and joining Willie Nelson on the road this summer. CBS News' Anthony Mason talks with Crockett about his new album, "Lil' G.L. Presents: Jukebox Charley" in New Orleans, where he used to busk on street corners.
Only on "CBS Mornings," Oprah announces her next book club selection: Viola Davis' memoir "Finding Me." Oprah and Davis join co-host Gayle King to discuss the new book.
The National Alopecia Areata Foundation's President and CEO, Nicole Friedland, joins CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook - along with NAAF member Ann Hollins to discuss the autoimmune skin disease that causes hair loss. As many as 6.8 million Americans will be diagnosed with alopecia areata in their lifetime. Hollins shares her own 28 year experience with the disease and the emotional toll it has taken.
Ann Mukherjee, Chairwoman & CEO of Pernod Ricard North America, joins CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss her journey to the top, the pandemic's effect on the spirits business, and the surge in canned cocktails. Mukherjee also discusses Absolut vodka's entry into the metaverse with Absolut.Land at Coachella Music Festival.
Pulitzer Prize winning author Alice Walker joins CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King to discuss her new book "Gathering Blossoms Under Fire." The book includes 5 decades of Walker's intimate journals discussing life, love, and her rise to stardom after Color Purple.
It's been 75 years since Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier. James Brown sat down with Jackie's son, David, and the manager of the Dodgers, Dave Roberts, to discuss the impact Jackie continues to have on America.
CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett spoke with Congressional Correspondent Nikole Killion about the historic confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. Killion has covered this story from inside the hearing room and conducted interviews with Senate Judiciary Committee members who casted their votes this week. Garrett and Killion discussed their time covering contentious hearings in Washington over the years and the significance of electing a Black woman to serve on the highest court for the first time in its 233 year history.
NBA legend, philanthropist and restaurateur Shaquille O'Neal is a big-time foodie. The seven foot one, +300-pound giant just released his first cookbook. He sat down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to taste some of his comfort food recipes and opened up about secret family recipes and his lasting legacy.
Travel Expert Mark Ellwood joined CBS News Transportation Correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss how soaring prices and inflation can affect summer travel plans. Ellwood shares alternative transportation options, the latest apps to help navigate the vacation season and tips on cheaper getaway destinations. Ellwood says he is optimistic that low- cost airlines are returning with a vengeance, signaling now is the time to book flights.
David Chalmers, an NYU professor and author of "Reality+: Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy" joins "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil to this what exactly is the "metaverse" and the pro & cons of a virtual world.
Podcast and author Dylan Marron joins CBS News' Lilia Lucaino to talk about his new book, “Conversations with People Who Hate Me: 12 Things I Learned from Talking to Internet Strangers," based on conversations with people who posted negative comments about him online. He shares what lessons he learned from these internet strangers. The book is published by Atria, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, a division of Paramount.
Comedian Hannah Gadsby became a breakout star after her 2018 Netflix stand-up special "Nanette." It earned her an Emmy, a Peabody Award and a book deal. Gadsby spoke with Anthony Mason in London about her new memoir, "Ten Steps to Nanette," her latest feel-good standup special, "Body of Work," and how her autism diagnosis helped her to understand herself.
Former President Bill Clinton joins "CBS Mornings" to reflect on the life and legacy of his colleague and friend former Secretary Madeleine Albright.
Director Charlie McDowell joins CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi to discuss his latest film - "Windfall." McDowell shares how the concept of the movie was born during the beginning of the pandemic and why he thinks the story of the three characters is representational of our society.
A new six-part Netflix docuseries follows NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace on his journey as a professional race car driver and fight for racial justice. Filmmaker Erik Parker joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss how the series peels the layers away of Wallace and delves into his mission to increase representation within the sport.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks with Wall Street Journal columnist James Mackintosh about the push for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing. Mackintosh believes the whole ESG craze may be flawed and explains why.
Denmark has lifted all COVID-19 restrictions despite high cases. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay visited the country and spoke with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen about the decision to lift all COVID-19 restrictions.
NFL Insider for FOX Sports Jay Glazer joins CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi to discuss his new book "Unbreakable: How I Turned My Depression and Anxiety into Motivation and You Can Too." Glazer details his first anxiety attack in 2005, how the his battle with the "grey" has affected his life and the importance in having a "team." Plus, he comments on the latest NFL headlines.
Jennifer Lopez and Maluma sat down with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King ahead of the release of their new film "Marry Me," in which they play a power music couple. The film was Maluma's first acting role. Lopez directed, starred and released a new album to go with the film. They shared how you know when you find "the one" in real life.
Comedian, actor and producer Al Madrigal joins CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca to discuss Primos - his new superhero comic book series. The former Daily Show correspondent shares why he felt it was important to have Latino representation in comics and present it with a modern take.
Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, co-writers of "Spider-Man: No Way Home," join CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano to discuss the huge success of the latest Marvel film.
Actor Taye Diggs joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss his new children's book, "Why? A Conversation About Race." Diggs shares why decided to focus his 5th children's book on the topic of race and addresses the banning of certain book by some school districts. He shares how he started using social media, and TikTok in particular, to entertain his son - never expecting to go viral. Diggs tells Duncan what lead to the cast of "The Best Man" to reunite for an upcoming series on Peacock.
CBS Sunday Morning News correspondent Martha Teichner discusses her memoir, "When Harry Met Minnie: A True Story of Love and Friendship," with CBS Saturday Morning co-host Dana Jacobson. Teichner shares a deeply personal story of love and loss, of being in the right place at the right time, and of the mysterious ways a beloved pet can bring people together.
In his first network news interview, embattled NFL star Antonio Brown is speaking out to "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson about new medical, legal and personal revelations and why he walked away from the team in the middle of a game earlier this month.
Linkedin's principal economist, Guy Berger, discusses the current job market with CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger. According to Berger, we are seeing a massive reshuffle in the labor market. He shares how workplace dynamics have changed with employees now having more bargaining power, which industries are seeing dramatic increases in pay, and the future of remote and hybrid work.
Comedian and actor Louie Anderson died on Friday, Jan 2st, He was 68 years old. In May of 2018, Anderson joined CBS News correspondent Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his book "Hey Mom: Stories For My Mother, But You Can Read Them Too." The star of FX's "Baskets," Anderson told Duthiers about the influence his mother had on his character Christine Basket. Anderson delved into the complicated relationship he had with parents and offered advice to those who still have parents alive.
NYU professor and data scientist Vasant Dhar joins CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss how a section of a 1996 law, known as Section 230, prevents internet companies from being held liable for users posts and its algorithm. Dhar, host of the "Brave New World" podcast, explains that the rules have not been set for the internet of today. This comes as Facebook is being sued over the death of a California man by two men who met on Facebook. Dhar is calling for Congress to update its regulation of Big Tech, similar to how the financial markets have been regulated.
Journalist and author Jonathan M. Katz tells CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about Marine General Smedley Butler. In his new book, "Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire," Katz shares how Butler aided the United States expand it's borders - annexing the Philippines and the land for the Panama Canal, leading troops in China (twice), and helping invade and occupy Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Mexico, and Cuba. Yet in retirement, Butler turned into a warrior against war, imperialism, and big business, declaring: “I was a racketeer for capitalism."
CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan spent time with comedian and actress Amanda Seales at her Los Angeles home to discuss her career, her rise in Hollywood and what's next for the woman who has seemingly done it all.
Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, co-creators and executive producers of Showtime's "Yellowjackets" join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss fan reaction to the dark, gritty drama. The married couple share what viewers can expect from this week's finale, their reaction to being renewed for a second season and how the book "Lord of the Flies" inspired them.
Guns are the leading cause of death for Americans aged 1 to 19. Three parents who lost their children to firearms - Gwendolyn LaCroix, Kristin Song, and Mark Barden - tell CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula about the need for stronger safe gun storage laws. Dr. Chethan Sathya, a pediatric trauma surgeon and director of Northwell Health Center's Gun Violence Prevention discusses how the medical community is beginning to treat gun-related deaths and injuries as a public health issue.
Jesse Ashlock, Deputy Global Editorial Director and U.S. Editor for Condé Nast Traveler, joins CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss the impact the Omicron variant is having on the travel industry. Ashlock provides tips on what people should know before booking travel this year. He also shares Condé Nast Traveler's 22 Best Places to Visit in 2022.
Comedian and former Minnesota Senator Al Franken joins CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil to reflect on the anniversary of the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol, discuss reforms to the Senate's filibuster rule and remember his former colleague Majority Leader Harry Reid. Franken is currently traveling the country on his "“The Only Former U.S. Senator Currently on Tour Tour.”
British singer-songwriter Yola joins CBS News' Anthony Mason in Nashville to discuss her two Grammy nominations for her sophomore album "Stand For Myself." Yola discuss what made her move to Nashville, how the death of her mother impacted her and what made her stop "boasting someone else's dream" and start following her own.
Violin virtuoso Midori, a former child prodigy who's been compared to Mozart, is honored by the prestigious Kennedy Center. Her life of music is dedicated to teaching others, while she continues to learn herself. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers speaks with Midori.
2020 Kennedy Center honoree Debbie Allen spoke to CBS Saturday Morning co-host Michelle Miller about her decades-long career as a champion of the arts around the world. The multi-hyphenate artist has also collected five Emmy awards and 20 nominations. In this episode, Allen discusses how her legendary career as a dancer, director, and actress almost never happened.
"Insecure" Showrunner, Executive Producer and Director, Prentice Penny, joined CBS News National Correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss the show’s fifth and final season, which ended last Sunday. Created by and starring Issa Rae, the series was awarded a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, and has been a groundbreaking image of Black art for half a decade. The comedy-drama series on HBO Max followed the friendships and relationships of a group of millennial Black women in Los Angeles. In this podcast episode, Penny details his final day shooting and how the show became a cultural phenomenon.
Each year, millions of Americans celebrate Christmas with a tree, but where did this beloved tradition begin? Nikki Battiste spoke to a historian about the origins of the Christmas tree tradition, and she traveled to the biblically named town of Bethlehem, Connecticut, to learn more.
Motown founder Berry Gordy is responsible for the legendary Motown catalog that made its mark on the music industry and society at large. He sat down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson to discuss the many artists whose careers he helped launch and how he hopes to be remembered.
Lorne Michaels, executive producer and co-creator of "Saturday Night Live," is among this year's class of Kennedy Center honorees. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King went behind the scenes with Michaels at SNL's iconic home in Studio 8H to see how the magic happens.
Rotten Tomatoes' editor and co-host of the "Rotten Tomatoes is Wrong" podcast, Jacqueline Coley joins CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax to discuss all things TV in light of Rotten Tomatoes' latest book, The Ultimate Binge Guide: 296 Must-See Shows That Changed the Way We Watch TV. The television lexicon dives into all the shows you should be watching now and explores how TV has evolved throughout the decades.
Gloria Calderón Kellett and Emeraude Toubia joined CBS News Correspondent Lilia Luciano to discuss the new Amazon Prime Video limited series “With Love,” which debuts next Friday. The romantic comedy was created by Calderón Kellett and stars Toubia who plays Lily. It follows Lily and her brother’ssearch for love over the holidays. In the series and on the podcast, Calderón Kellett pushes for American Latinx representation in media.
Vedant Gupta is the 15-year-old Founder of Global Kid Media, a platform which aims to show kids that they can succeed at a young age. He joined CBS Mornings Co-host Nate Burleson to discuss how he juggles journalism and entrepreneurship as a high school sophomore. The Michigan reporter and budding entrepreneur was recently awarded $10,000 in the Youth category for the Rocket Mortgage Detroit Demo Day entrepreneur competition. He has conducted +1,500 high profile interviews with everyone from NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes to NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo, and last year he interviewed Nate.
Comedian, actor and businessman Kevin Hart made his dramatic series debut in the Netflix limited series thriller "True Story." He sat down with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King at his HartBeat Studios in Los Angeles and opened up about the meaning that he hopes his ambitions to be a billionaire by age 45 sends and how he used his street smarts to create a booming business.
Betsy West and Julie Cohen, co-directors and producers of "Julia," join CBS Saturday Morning co-host Dana Jacobson to discuss the life and legacy of Julia Child. West and Cohen explain how Child revolutionized how Americans thought about food, reinvented cook books and introduced the concept of cooking shows.
Dr. Ayoade Alakija, co-chair of the African Union's COVID-19 Vaccine Delivery Alliance, joins CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta to discuss vaccine inequality on the continent. She says the inequality is an example of a wider, more systematic issue. Dr. Alakija tells Patta African countries are being punished for identifying the Omicron variant.
Comedian Aida Rodriguez joins CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano to discuss her new HBOmax special - "Fight Words." Rodriguez shares how she initially turned to comedy as a therapeutic outlet and the struggle it has taken to be taken seriously in the male-dominated industry. The Puerto Rican-Dominican comic opens up about her upbringing, reuniting with her estranged father and trying to pave a way for future generations.
Dan Harris, a former journalist at ABC News, had a panic attack while on-air. That experience led him on a journey that has resulted in a New York Times bestseller, a podcast and an app all called "Ten Percent Happier." Harris joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss how he found meditation useful in his everyday life and how others can incorporate it in their routine.
Basketball superstar Dwyane Wade talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about his new photographic memoir, called "Dwyane," which covers his life on and off the court. The three-time NBA champion also talks about his marriage to actress Gabrielle Union and what he misses most about being on the court.
Ryan Frazier, co-founder and CEO of Arrived, joins CBS News senior business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss the start-up's appeal to retail investors. Frazier explains how the rental property investment strategy works, their plans for scaling up and the impact inflation could have.
Steven Roberts, a veteran journalist and professor at Georgetown University, discusses his new book "Cokie: A Life Well Lived" with CBS Mornings' executive producer Shawna Thomas. Married for 53 years, Roberts shares how they overcame obstacles to get married, how she learned to deal with death and grief at an early age and what he learned from talking to her close friends and former colleagues.
Pablo Larrain, director of "Spencer," joins CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax to discuss his latest film, casting Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana and his unique approach to biographic films. The Chilean director shares why he was inspired to tell the story of the British princess and says the film is really a movie about motherhood.
René Marsh, a CNN correspondent, joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the loss of her two-year old son, Blake, to brain cancer and how the ordeal led her to write "The Miracle Workers: Boy vs. Beast," a children's book in his honor. Marsh shares how faith helped her and her husband through the difficult time. She says Blake continues to be an inspiration to her today. The book is available at ReneMarsh.com and proceeds from the book will go towards pediatric brain cancer research.
Actor, writer and director Ruben Santiago-Hudson discusses his play "Lackawanna Blues" with CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax. He explains how the play, which pays tribute to the woman who raised him - Miss Rachel, has developed over the last twenty-one years. Santiago-Hudson, who says he's in the last chapter of his career, shares his passion for August Wilson and tells Wax whether we are seeing real culture change in the theatre.
Nick Vyas, executive director and co-founder of USC Marshall's Center for Global Supply Chain Management, joins CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss what is causing disruptions in the supply chain. He says the system was already broken before the pandemic caused: manufacturers to shut down. a surge in consumption, and a labor shortage. Vyas tells Barnett what it will take to repair the supply chain and the impact the disruption may have on inflation; plus the effect President joe Biden's "Build Back Better" plan could have.
Pablo Larrain, director of "Spencer," joins CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax to discuss his latest film, casting Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana and his unique approach to biographic films. The Chilean director shares why he was inspired to tell the story of the British princess and says the film is really a movie about motherhood.
Marvin Lemus and Linda Yvette Chavez, the co-creators and executive producers of "Gentefied" join CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal to discuss the success of the first season and the complexity of representation. The Netflix series tells the story of a patriarch and his grandchildren, owners of a taqueria in the gentrifying Boyle Heights neighborhood of east L.A., as they work to attain the American Dream. Lemus and Chavez preview the role immigration will play in season two when it's released on November 10th. The pair tell Villarreal their goal is to make the most authentic show possible. Note: Podcast contains season one spoilers.
Imtiaz Tyab, CBS News foreign correspondent, discusses his recent reporting trip to Afghanistan. Now under Taliban control, Tyab reports first-hand on the humanitarian crisis facing Afghanistan, the threat of ISIS-K and the future of women in the country.
Dorie Greenspan is a five-time James Beard Award winner and the author of more than a dozen best-selling cookbooks. Despite nearly burning the house down at the age of 12, the kitchen soon became her kingdom. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Dana Jacobson sits down with Greenspan to learn more about her story.
Anthony Zuiker, television writer and producer, joins CBS Saturday Morning co-host Michelle Miller to discuss the return of CSI to CBS with "CSI: Vegas." Zuiker shares what lead to the development and idea of the original "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" series that ran for 15 years. He tells Miller what fans can expect from the new series.
Reza Aslan, executive producer of the CBS series "United States of Al," joins CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi to discuss how the comedy centered around a Marine combat veteran and his former Afghan interpreter is handling the withdraw of U.S. troops from Afghanistan and the fall of the country to the Taliban.
Spiritual writer and teacher Lalah Delia joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss how she uses her Instagram posts to promote positivity and higher vibrations. Delia says Instagram should be seen as a vision board.
With over 1.6 million Instagram followers, Diego Perez uses his social media account to spread simple yet powerful and insightful messages under the pen name yung pueblo. He recently spoke with CBS News' Jamie Yuccas about how he had to hit rock bottom to save himself and why he now turns to meditation.
Sonia Manzano, who played Maria on "Sesame Street" for four decades, tells CBS News' Lilia Luciano about her new PBS Kids' show - “Alma’s Way." Influenced my Manzano's own childhood in the South Bronx, the new animated series follows a six-year Nuyorican as using critical thinking to navigate life decisions.
Temple Grandin joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss her new book, "Navigating Autism," in which she argues it's too easy to use the autism label to define a person on the spectrum. She urges exposing kids to many experiences to find and emphasize strengths rather than deficits. Jamie Wax reports.
Douglas Lyons, actor and playwright, joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss how he started writing his first play while waiting backstage during performances. His play, "Chicken and Biscuits" tells the story of the Jenkins family reuniting for the funeral of their patriarch and the tension, laughter and tears that ensue.
CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and producer Alex Pena recently traveled to Colombia to report on the thousands of migrants waiting to cross into Panama via the deadly Darien Gap. Bojorquez and Pena discuss what they saw while on assignment and share the stories of the people they encountered making the dangerous trek. Even as news of deportations at the U.S. border reach migrant groups, the majority said they rather attempt the dangerous journey than stay where they are.
Fran Kranz, the writer and director of "Mass," joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his poignant new film. Centered around the emotional aftermath of a school shooting, Kranz discusses why he choose the subject matter for his debut film and working with actors Ann Dowd, Reed Birney, Jason Isaacs and Martha Plimpton.
Academy award winner Charlize Theron is joining the Ford Foundation in the fight against COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and misinformation in Africa. Theron explains to CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti why she's committed to raising awareness in vulnerable communities about the dangers of COVID-19.
Sarah Burgess, the executive producer and head writer of "Impeachment: American Crime Story," joins CBS News' Jill Schlesinger to discuss the current season of the FX series. Burgess explains what intrigued about the scandal involving President Bill Clinton and drew her to the characters of Linda Tripp, Monica Lewinsky and Paula Jones. She discusses Lewinsky's involvement with the project and why the story remains relevant 25 years later.
Playwright Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss the latest incarnation of her play - "Pass Over." Nwandu explains how she changed the play's ending to better reflect current circumstances and her own evolution. She says she found inspiration for "Pass Over" from the Bible's Exodus story, Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot" and teaching college students. As the first play to open on Broadway since the COVID-19 shutdown, Nwandu explains the precautions the company has taken to ensure everyone's physical and mental health.
Stevie Van Zandt is telling some never before heard stories from his remarkable career in his new memoir "Unrequited Infatuations." Van Zandt talks to Anthony Mason about growing up in suburban New Jersey, being Bruce Springsteen's "consigliere," his role in "The Sopranos" and helping end the apartheid in South Africa.
In this bonus episode from The Drew Barrymore Show, CBS This Morning co-host Nate Burleson joins Drew at the Drew’s News desk. Plus Ben Platt star of “Dear Evan Hansen” comes by to chat with Drew. Hear special correspondent Josie Geller interview Ben and other members of the cast — including Julianne Moore, Amy Adams, Danny Pino and Kaitlyn Dever — at the "Dear Evan Hansen" press junket. Then in an all new segment “New To Drew,” Drew tries out new things, including street golfing. Hear more episodes of The Drew Barrymore Show, adapted for your ears every day, wherever you get your podcasts.
The New York Times chief theater critic Jesse Green joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to preview the 74nd Tony Awards. After the coronavirus pandemic closed Broadway for a year and postponed the 2020 Tony Awards, this year's award show presents unique occasion.
Award-winning singer and actress Audra McDonald will host the awards show from Radio City Music Hall in New York City beginning at 7 p.m. ET, streaming exclusively on Paramount+. Acclaimed actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr. will then take over at 9 p.m. ET for the night's second half: "The Tony Awards Present: Broadway's Back!" on Paramount+ and CBS television stations.
Podcaster Jake Brennan tells CBS News' Omar Villafranca how he transitioned from a career in music to podcasting. Following his desire to flex his creative muscles, Brennan explains how his fascination for true crime and music has lead to successful "Disgraceland" and "Badlands" podcast series.
Anderson Cooper joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his new book, "Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty."
Scott Feinberg, senior awards analyst at The Hollywood Reporter, joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to preview what we can expect from the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards. They discuss the competition among the streaming services and which shows stand out from the pack; and which series have the momentum going into Sunday's show. Hear whether they think MJ Rodriguez will make Emmy history for her role in FX's Pose and if the late Michael K. Williams will finally be recognized for his acting by the Television Academy. Will Apple's Ted Lasso sweep the night or will HBO's Hacks prove to be the spoiler in the comedy categories? Be sure to listen to their take on the 2021 Emmy Awards before watching the award show on Sunday, Sept 19th at 8pm ET/5pm PT on CBS and Paramount+.
Abe Sylvia, the screenwriter of the new film "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," tells CBS News' Jamie Wax how he approached telling the life-story of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker.
Six-time Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves joins "CBS Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss her new album and film, sharing what it was like creating this album through a period of heartbreak.
Frank Siller, the founder and chairman of the Tunnel to Towers foundation, joins "CBS Mornings Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson to discuss the legacy of his brother Stephen, a firefighter who rushed to the burning World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001. Joining Siller along his Never Forget Walk, Jacobson hears how the work of foundation has expanded over the last 20 years.
CBS News correspondents recount where they were twenty years ago when they learned of the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. They reflect on the events of that day and days after; and what the slogan Never Forget means to them.
"CBS Mornings" new co-host Nate Burleson joins Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the launch of the new show and shares what he's most excited about in his new role.
Comedian Taylor Tomlinson joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss her popular Netflix special, “Quarter-Life Crisis.” Tomlinson, who is about to embark on her first theater tour called Deal With It, tells Wax why she won't be delivering any quarantine jokes.
Brian Kelly, the CEO and founder of The Points Guy, joins CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss the decrease in travel expected for this Labor Day weekend amid the surge in coronavirus variants. Kelly shares how COVID is changing how we travel and what to expect when traveling. He provides tips on booking travel for this fall.
Brett Schulman, co-founder and CEO of CAVA, discusses how transition from working as an equity trader to the food industry. Talking with CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi, Schulman shares how challenges the pandemic has presented and how consumer behavior has changed.
As part of the on going School Matters series, CBS News national correspondent Meg Oliver has been covering efforts to have students return to in-person learning this school year. She visited a New York City school with Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona to find out his plans for a safe school year. A new CBS News poll finds 69% of parents are concerned their kids will get COVID in school. The poll also found around 6% of parents are against mask mandates, Oliver attended a contentious school board meeting in New Jersey to see how the meetings are becoming flashpoints for parents frustrated with COVID guidelines, and with each other.
Marja-Lewis Ryan, the showrunner, executive producer and director, of Showtime's "The L Word: Generation Q" joins CBS News' Jill Schlesinger to discuss rebooting the popular series, making season two more in line with her creative vision and bridging the generation gap.
With the Tablian in control of Afghanistan after the U.S. troop withdraw, Washington Post reporter Craig Whitlock explains to CBS News' Elaine Quijano how two decades of decision-marking in Washington got us to current situation. Whitlock is the author of the new book, "The Afghanistan Papers: A Secret History of the War," which is published by Simon & Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS. Whitlock explains how the mission in Afghanistan evolved over the last 20 years.
On August 14th, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked Haiti. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers has been in Haiti reporting this week and joined "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to discuss conditions on the ground as the death toll nears 2,000.
Thomas Manger, the new chief of the U.S. Capitol Police, joined CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion to discuss the lessons learned from the January 6th attack on the Capitol and his biggest challenges going forward. Chief Manger explains what made him come out of retirement to after 42 years.
Golden Globe winner and Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss her latest project - "Edith!" Pike discusses why she choose to play First Lady Edith Wilson, wife of President Woodrow Wilson, in QCODE and Crooked Media's satirical narrative podcast. She explains the appeal and power of acting on a the audio platform. Pike discusses her career choices from staring in "Gone Girl" to Netflix's "I Care Alot" to the "State of the Union."
On August 10th, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced he was stepping down amid a growing sexual harassment scandal and looming impeachment. The day before his announcement, the woman identified as "Executive Assistant #1" in the state attorney general's report spoke exclusively with "CBS This Morning" and the Times Union. Brittany Commisso is one of 11 women who have accused the embattled governor of sexual misconduct. Cuomo continues to deny he sexually harassed anyone. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan spoke with Brendan Lyons, the Times Union managing editor overseeing the Capitol Bureau and investigations, about Cuomo's resignation, the allegations against the governor and what's next.
Tracey Scott Wilson, the screenwriter of the new Aretha Franklin bio pic "Respect," joins CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss how she wrote the script in just four months. The film which stars Jennifer Hudson in the title role premieres August 13th. Wilson opens up about the pressure and responsibility she felt having to convey the Queen of Soul's life story. She explains what went into the writing process and how the film was trimmed down from five hours to just two and half hours.
On Monday the United Nation's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released a dire report warning the world that the extreme and unprecedented weather events across the globe would continue to occur and accelerate if humanity does not combat climate change. CBS News' meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli discuss the report in detail with CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi. He explains how human's have "warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land;" and what can be done to reverse global warming.
U.S. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn discusses the impact the January 6 riot has had on him, his family and his colleagues with Congressional Correspondent Nikole Killion. A 13 year veteran of the force, Dunn shares how he’s received an outpouring of support but also attacks, especially on social media, since testifying in front of the House Select Committee investigating the insurrection.
CBS News national correspondent Jamie Yuccas and CBS News Tokyo-based foreign correspondent Lucy Craft discuss covering the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with CBS News' Mireya Villarreal. Yuccas, who has been reporting from inside the Olympic Village bumble, shares what COVID restrictions have been put in place to prevent transmission; and how this year differs from the 2016 Rio Olympics. Craft provides insight into the reception locals have given this year's Olympics amid a rise in coronavirus cases in Tokyo.
John Kerry, President Joe Biden's Special Envoy for Climate, sat down with CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi in London to discuss his ongoing push to get countries to do more to cut "planet-warming greenhouse-gas emissions." This push comes as record weather events are appearing, triggered by climate change domestically and worldwide. Hear why the former Secretary of State remains optimistic when it comes to combatting climate change.
Academy award winner Tom McCarthy joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss his new film "Stillwater." He shares how the project is nearly a decade in the making. McCarthy tells Wax how he considers himself lucky to be able to cast and work with Matt Damon, Camille Cottin, Abigail Breslin and 8-year-old Lilou Siauvaud on the film.
The non-profit program "Life Camp" treats gun violence as a disease. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula spoke with the program's founder Erica Ford about how the group is working to provide peaceful alternatives and positive support as the prescription for change.
Lucia Aniello and Paul W. Downs, the co-creators of HBO Max's "Hacks," join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the show's first season, casting actors Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder and the series' 15 Emmy nominations. Aniello and Downs, who's previous credits include "Broad City" and "Rough Night," share what fans can expect from season two and reveal that they already know how the series is going to end.
USA swimming co-captain Caeleb Dressel spoke to CBS News national correspondent Jamie Yuccas before heading to Tokyo to compete in this year's Olympics. Having won gold in Rio, Dressel is looking to add to medal count at the 2020 Olympics, competing in up to seven different events. The 24-year-old discussed trying to stay motivated during the pandemic to train, what it's like being the veteran on the team and life as a newlywed.
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Garrett Bradley joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss her latest project, the three-part Netflix documentary "Naomi Osaka." The docuseries follows the four-time Grand Slam champion for over a year as she thrust into the spotlight and finds her voice.
Host Graham Norton is out with his third novel - “Home Stretch.” The eight time BAFTA winner joined "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to chat about his new book and his hit British late night talk show - “The Graham Norton Show.“ They discuss what prompted the former stand-up comic to write fiction and what still draws guests to his famous red sofa to chat over drinks two decades later.
As Sir Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk compete for space travel supremacy, CBS News space contributor Bill Harwood joins CBS News senior correspondent Mark Strassmann to discuss how the billionaires and their space programs - Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin and SpaceX - stack up. They also discuss whether space travel will become attainable for the average American.
Samantha Stark, the director and producer of the Emmy nominated New York Times & Hulu documentary – “Framing Britney Spears” discusses the #FreeBritney movement and Spears’ efforts to end her conservatorship.
Tampa Bay Buccaneer Super Bowl champion Ndamukong Suh and his wife Katya, along with Miami Dolphin linebacker Brennan Scarlett, tell CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano why they are working with Stash101 to promote financial literacy among middle school students in Portland, Oregon. The Suhs and Scarlett share why it's important for them to give back to the community and the lessons they've learned coming up in the National Football League.
The latest federal COVID-19 stimulus package allocates $19.53 billion to support tens of thousands of small local governments across the country. But with difficult rules to follow and small staffs to make sure the money is being used correctly, spending these relief funds will be difficult for many small towns and counties. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe speaks to fiscal policy expert Liz Farmer about her reporting on this issue. She's found that the money going towards small localities is so much more than they're used to receiving, they'd have to go through unprecedented efforts to keep track of it all. It's prompting questions about whether towns and counties with normally small budgets even want to deal with the federal funding at all.
The memories are still vivid for Representatives Pramila Jayapal, Veronica Escobar, Susan Wild and Jason Crow, who were among many members trapped in the House Gallery on January 6. Congresswoman Jayapal started a text chain that has evolved into a support network, known as the Gallery Group, with about two dozen lawmakers. They have shared difficult conversations about their personal experiences on that day. CBS News Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with the four House Democrats about the trauma they still face, and what comes next for their group.
This week marks the first anniversary of China's central government imposing a controversial new National Security Law (NSL) on the once-semiautonomous region of Hong Kong. The NSL empowers Hong Kong's authorities to arrest and prosecute anyone they deem to be criticizing government leaders, whether in Hong Kong, Beijing or China's Communist Party at large. CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio visited Hong Kong political artist Kacey Wong to speak about the impact the NSL has had on him and his city.
Major General Leah Lauderback is one of the highest-ranking openly gay officers in the U.S. military. During her nearly three decades in the Air Force, she went from living in hiding during Don't Ask Don't Tell to leading a group of other LGBTQ servicemembers. Maj. Gen. Lauderback speaks with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford about the conversations she's had with other military members, educating them on what LGBTQ people experience in the military and in life. Maj. Gen. Lauderback also discusses her hopes for the future of inclusivity in the military.
Gun violence is on the rise in 2021, and between the start of summer and the loosening of COVID-19 restrictions, many experts fear that it will only get worse. Nick Suplina, the Managing Director for Law and Policy at Everytown for Gun Safety, speaks with CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about tangible actions to combat the rise in violence. They discuss cracking down on gun trafficking, limiting access to ghost guns and more.
Country singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer is making a name for herself in Nashville. She earned a spot in the "Next Women of Country" class from CMT (a division of ViacomCBS), and she's on the Spotify and Pandora "Artists to Watch" lists. And she doesn't even have a record deal yet. In October, Spencer shared a cover of The Highwomen's hit "Crowded Table" on Twitter, and it got the attention of two band members, Maren Morris and Amanda Shires, who invited her to tour and write with them. Brittney Spencer talks to Anthony Mason about her parents' support, writing and performing while working a full-time job, being a Black artist in Nashville, and more.
Every year, the NCAA and its member schools rake in billions of dollars in revenue, while blocking its student athletes from making any sort of profit. But in a 9-0 decision this week, the Supreme Court says the NCAA is violating antitrust law by placing limits on the education-related benefits that schools can provide to athletes. CBS Sports senior writer Matt Norlander and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford discuss the impact this ruling will have for years to come.
The summit between President Joe Biden and Russia’s Vladimir Putin drew the world’s focus during Mr. Biden’s first international trip as president. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini and Ian Bremmer, president and founder of Eurasia Group, discuss historic and economic factors that play into the current animosity between Russia and the United States. The conversation examines President Biden’s words and actions during his meeting with Putin, and looks ahead to the next steps for U.S. foreign policy.
Author Jason Reynolds, musician Maimouna Youssef and teacher Christopher Emdin honor Juneteenth with short essays that they wrote and performed. Only on the CBS This Morning Podcast, Jericka Duncan facilitates a conversation with all three artists about their work, and what Juneteenth means to them personally. The group discusses why this day - the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in the Confederacy on June 19, 1865 - is so important. These essays and more will be featured on the Smithsonian Channel all Juneteenth weekend.
Andy Señor joined "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud to discuss the new HBO documentary "Revolution Rent." The film traces Señor's journey to bring the Broadway musical "Rent" to Cuba - the homeland of his exiled parents. The show - which deals with topics such as homosexuality and HIV/AIDS that remain taboo on the Caribbean island - was the first American theater production in Havana over 50 years.
The creators of one of the world’s fastest-growing art podcasts are out with a new book, “Talk Art: Everything You Wanted to Know about Contemporary Art But Were Afraid to Ask.“ Actor Russell Tovey and singer-songwriter turned art collector Robert Diament have been helping the masses understand art in a fun way since their first podcast recording in 2018. CBS News contributing correspondent Jamie Wax spoke to the British “Talk Art” duo about all that they’ve learned and enjoyed so far on their creative journey.
Vice President Kamala Harris discouraged would-be migrants from making the trek to the United States during her trip to Guatemala. "Do not come. Do not come. The United States will continue to enforce our laws and secure our border," Harris said during a press conference with Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei Monday. CBS News contributor Maria Elena Salinas interviews senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe just days after he covered the vice president's first international trip to Guatemala and Mexico. O’Keefe himself is of Guatemalan descent, and he spoke with Salinas about visiting Guatemala, interviewing President Giammattei and dissecting the politics of VP Harris' travels.
A record-breaking heat wave is impacting millions across the Midwest and the Northeast. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map shows large areas of the Southwest are "exceptionally dry," the worst category. The annual peak of global heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the air has reached another dangerous milestone: 50% higher than when the industrial age began. These headlines are just some examples of how Americans are impacted by climate change right now. But what is climate change doing to our future? And what is it doing around the world? Climate change journalist David Wallace-Wells answers these questions in a conversation with 60 Minutes+ correspondent Enrique Acevedo.
President of the NAACP, Derrick Johnson, and Democratic Congressmember Karen Bass speak to CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nikole Killion about their latest efforts to pass police reform. Rep. Bass is the lead House negotiator, and is working with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) to achieve meaningful legislation. Johnson is working with Rep. Bass and other key players on Capitol Hill to reach an agreement before an informal June deadline. They both share their optimism to create change to policing in America, and discuss the importance of addressing qualified immunity.
Brad Ingelsby, the creator, writer and executive producer of HBO's "Mare of Easttown," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the seven episodes limited series. Ingelsby explains how his initial intention to create a character driven drama about a woman grieving morphed into a 'who dunnit.' He shares how the cast members - like Kate Winslet, Jane Smart and Guy Pearce - were able to nail the local dialect and Delco ways.
SPOILER ALERT: Major plot twists are discussed.
As the country begins to reopen and coronavirus restrictions ease, people are feeling anxious and concerned about returning to normal. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins CBS News' Adriana Diaz to offer tips and advice on mentally navigating our return to "normal life."
Legendary actor Dick Van Dyke joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss his illustrious career. The 95-year-old entertainer opens up about battling alcoholism, his most famous leading ladies and falling with style. The Kennedy Center honoree tells Mason he misses performing in front of a live audience and looks forward to his next role.
General Scott Miller, the Commander of U.S. NATO forces in Afghanistan, spoke with CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata for his first interview since the May 1 drawdown of American troops. The United States has begun to drawdown its presence in Afghanistan, bringing an end to America’s longest war after twenty years. General Miller discusses the surge in Taliban attacks, the challenge facing troops in the weeks and the future of Afghanistan
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez joins CBS News' Enrique Acevedo to discuss his efforts to turn the popular spring break retreat into next Silicon Valley. With an influx of new residents in the wake of the pandemic, the 43-year-old Republican, says it's his personal mission to make Miami a "city of the future."
Millicent Simmonds stars as Regan Abbott in John Krasinski's highly anticpated "A Quiet Place Part II," in theaters Friday. Simmonds, who is deaf like her character, tells CBS News' Adriana Diaz how her experience helped shape the film beyond her starring role as the heroine. Plus, she shares why it's important for audiences to see deaf actors on screen and what it was like working with John Krasinski and Emily Blunt.
Travel expert Mark Ellwood joins CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca to discuss what you need to know before booking your first post-pandemic foreign trip. With Europe now open to vaccinated Americans, Ellwood shares what travelers can expect to be different this summer - from country hopping to traveling with children. He also details what travel to the Caribbean and Asia-Pacific will look like this summer.
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles talks with Anthony Mason about her new live album, "Amidst the Chaos: Live from the Hollywood Bowl," starring in a new Peacock comedy, "Girls5eva," and how she dealt with depression during the pandemic. Bareilles also discusses the return to live music, and whether she might take the stage in a "Waitress" revival on Broadway in the fall.
Author Michael Lewis joins CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss his new book "The Premonition: A Pandemic Story." In the book, Lewis examines how America's public health institutions struggled to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and what lessons should be learned before the next one.
With the unofficial start of summer - Memorial Day - weeks away, Condé Nast Traveler's Travel News Director Erin Florio joins CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver to what you need to know before booking your summer travel. Florio offers tips on popular family friendly destinations to more remote, less crowded options.
More than 19,000 Americans were killed by guns in 2020, making it one of the deadliest years on record for gun violence according to researchers at the Gun Violence Archive. Washington Post reporter John Woodrow Cox examines the toll this gun violence has had on children. Cox joins CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues to discuss how the lasting impact of gun violence goes beyond those physically injured by a bullet. He is the author of the new book, "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis."
Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking.com and Booking Holdings, joins CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss how the travel site is seeing a surge in traffic as more Americans get vaccinated.
Last year, CBS News producer Rodney Hawkins shares the story of his family's efforts to restore a nearly 200-year old ancestral cemetery in East Texas. Almost a year after beginning the progress, Hawkins is back with an update. Talking with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller, Hawkins explains how he was able to dig deeper into his family's past with the help of the Lone Star Slavery Project at Stephen F. Austin State University. And what's next for him and his family on this journey.
Rapper Lathan Warlick is helping to transform country music with genre-defying collaborations - including with Florida Georgia Line's Tyler Hubbard. The two discussed their song "My Way" with CBS News' Vladimir Dutheirs - along with the important part faith plays in their lives and music.
Testing for the coronavirus is moving from public sites to the privacy of your own home. The F.D.A. has now authorized five over-the-counter COVID-19 tests that give you results in minutes. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks with Dr. Michael Mina, an assistant professor of epidemiology, immunology and infectious diseases at the Harvard School of Public Heath and a physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, about everything you need to know about these tests.
A new documentary series follows teenage environmentalist Greta Thunberg's journey around the world as she witnesses firsthand the effects of climate change. CBS News' Adriana Diaz spoke to Thunberg about being a leader in the climate movement and how the lessons we've learned fighting the pandemic can help us battle climate change. The three-part documentary series, "Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World," premieres April 22nd on PBS.
Fans want "Roots" actor and "Reading Rainbow" host LeVar Burton to be Jeopardy!'s next host — and he's ready for it. A petition has collected more than 200,000 signatures calling on the show's producers to hire him. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers spoke with Burton, who says he's more than ready to take on the gig. He also discusses the legacy of the iconic mini-series "Roots" and the children's educational series "Reading Rainbow."
Country music duo TJ and John Osborne of Brothers Osborne talk with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about their decision to take a break after John reached a breaking point with his mental health and how they banded together as TJ decided to come out as gay this February.
Riz Ahmed earned his first Oscar nomination for his performance in "Sound Of Metal," becoming the first Muslim ever nominated in the Best Actor category. He talks with Anthony Mason about being drawn to rapping and acting as a child, and immersing himself in drumming, the deaf community, and addiction recovery circles for his role as Ruben Stone.
New York Times best-selling author and psychotherapist Esther Perel discusses balancing working from home and maintaining healthy relationships. Perel, the author of “Mating in Captivity” and “The State of Affairs,” is out with the second season of her popular Spotify podcast, “How’s Work?”
Hunter Biden opens up to “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason about his revealing new memoir, "Beautiful Things." He discusses his decades-long battle with alcohol and drug addiction, an intervention staged by his family, and why making amends to his late brother Beau was the hardest part of getting sober. Less than 100 days into President Biden's first term, his son addresses the scandals that put him front and center in the 2020 presidential campaign, including possibly incriminating documents found on a laptop that may have belonged to him and the federal investigation into his taxes. "Beautiful Things" is published by Gallery Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, which is a division of ViacomCBS.
Cruises ships have not set sail from a U.S. port with passengers in over a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Richard D. Fain, chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean, tells CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett how his company is preparing its ships to be COVID-safe before taking to the seas. Fain shares when he expects the industry and its 100,000 U.S. jobs will return to business as usual.
CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin examines the power women can wield when they work together in her new book, "Huddle: How Women Unlock Their Collective Power." She tells CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers how covering Donald Trump's presidential inauguration and the Women's March inspired her to find her own "huddle" of women. Baldwin also shares why she has decided to leave CNN after 13 years and what’s next for her.
For one afternoon, Broadway came back to life for the first time in over a year. Part of the New York Pops Up program Tony Award winners Nathan Lane and Savion Glover took to the stage to perform at the St. James Theater. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers spoke with Lane the day after the performance about performing to a limited audience wearing masks and socially distant. They also discuss the 25th anniversary of the film "The Birdcage."
Today, the typical White household has about ten times the accumulated wealth of the typical Back household. Some scholars attribute the current racial wealth gap in America to the raise of modern suburbs. David Troutt, a law professor at Rutgers University and author of The Price of Paradise: The Costs of Inequality and a Vision for a More Equitable America, tells CBS This Morning co-host Tony Dokoupil that much of the disparity in wealth and the segregation we see today can be traced back to the growth of America’s suburbs.
Columbia University Law professor Katherine Franke joins CBS News congressional reporter Nikole Killion to discuss the status of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). Initially proposed in 1923 and passed by Congress in 1972, the amendment would enshrine sex-based equality in the U.S. Constitution. Finally ratified by the required number of states in 2020, the status of the ERA remains an open question. Franke, head of the ERA Project at Columbia University's Center for Gender and Sexuality Law, explains the current roadblocks and additional steps required in order to have the Equal Rights Amendment officially added to the U.S. Constitution as the 28th Amendment.
In his new book, “The Secret Apartment,” author Tom Garvey says he spent three years living and working inside the Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia. He spoke with CBS News' Elaine Quijano about how he pulled it off, how it helped him cope with coming home from Vietnam, and why he's telling his story now.
Jessica Lessin, the founder and editor-in-chief of "The Information" joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the latest in tech news. Lessin discusses the future of remote working, how virtual realty could change our everyday lives, the new audio app "Clubhouse" and Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg. Founded in 2013, "The Information" is a subscription based-digital media company that covers the tech industry.
Vice President Kamala Harris joined the "CBS This Morning" broadcast for an exclusive interview to discuss the White House's push for stricter gun control regulations following the recent mass shootings in Georgia and Colorado. Harris also addresses the influx of unaccompanied minors crossing into the U.S. and what the Biden administration is doing to curb migration at the border. Plus, her reaction to the recent spike in bias attacks against Asians, as the country's first Asia American vice president.
Jesse Ashlock, U.S. editor for Condé Nast Traveler, joins CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi to discuss what travel in 2021 may look like. After the coronavirus pandemic canceled or delayed many trips last year, Ashlock says that leisure travel will pick up in the second half of 2021 as confidence increases with more vaccinations. He sees an increase in domestic travel, road trips and destinations compatible with social distancing. Ashlock says travelers should be have an "increase tolerance of uncertainty" if planning a trip this year. Plus, hear some of the destinations Condé Nast Traveler has outlined as 21 of the best places to visit in 2021.
Novelist Tim O'Brien, best-known for his books that focus on the Vietnam War, is the focus of a new documentary - "The War and Peace of Tim O'Brien" - chronicling his efforts to write his first book in 15 Years. The author of "The Things They Carried" and "Going After Cacciato," tells CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers why he decided to stop writing in the first place and what prompted him to return to his computer. A finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, O'Brien explains why he does not like being called a war writer and he shares details about the new novel he is currently working on. Plus, he tells Duthiers that he just finished working on the screenplay for "The Things They Carried," set to star Tom Hardy and Pete Davidson. The documentary, "The War and Peace of Tim O'Brien," is available on demand.
Miguel Sancho chronicles his family's journey of confronting their son's diagnosis of a rare and lethal immune deficiency in the new book, "More Than You Can Handle: A Rare Disease, A Family in Crisis, and the Cutting Edge Medicine That Cured The Incurable." Sancho joined CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal to share how the ordeal tested him and his marriage. Falling ill at two-months old, their son Sebastian would send the next six years in some degree of self-quarantine. Sancho tells Villarreal how the family came out on the other side stronger.
Oprah Winfrey joined "CBS This Morning" the day after her wide-ranging interview with Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex aired on CBS. Winfrey is reacting to some of the most explosive moments of the interview, and what she learned from the couple. Harry and Meghan opened up to Oprah Winfrey in a wide-ranging interview. In previously unaired clips, the couple say they had planned to visit Harry's grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, when there was a change of plans. They compared Meghan's treatment by the tabloid press to that of Kate, Duchess of Windsor, and Buckingham Palace's reactions to the coverage. For the first time Meghan publicly discusses her father Thomas Markle and her half-sister's forthcoming tell-all book. And Harry opens up about a conversation he had regarding bigotry within the U.K. tabloids. Watch Oprah's full primetime special with Meghan and Prince Harry here: https://bit.ly/3t24kAK
With over 55 million articles available in over 300 language, Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that anyone can edit. Operated as a nonprofit by Wikimedia Foundation, CEO Katherine Maher joins CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca to discuss how the site has been able to prevent misinformation, is funded by donations and dependent on volunteers.
As President Biden's pick for Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, awaits a confirmation vote he spoke exclusively to CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula about tackling the coronavirus pandemic and successfully vaccinating the American public. Dr. Murthy, who served as Surgeon General under President Obama, says he hopes to improve trust with the public and work closely with states and local communities. He is concern the toll the pandemic is taking on our mental health and says it is essential to send children back to school safely.
Three decades after pioneering reality TV, the original cast of MTV's "The Real World" are back. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers spoke with "The Real World" first season housemates Kevin Powell and Heather B. Gardner about their groundbreaking season and reuniting 29 years later on the new Paramount+ show "The Real World Homecoming: New York.”
As "Rent" celebrates its 25th anniversary, original cast member Idina Menzel joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning musical. At 25 years old, it was Menzel's first professional job. She recalls the blissful time she had with her cast-mates. Menzel thinks the show still appeals to audiences today because of the Rent's sense of love and community.
Actress Gina Torres joins CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss her new role in "9-1-1: Lone Star." She shares how she relates to her character Paramedic Captain Tommy Vega. Torres discusses the stress of balancing motherhood and her career, dealing with rejection and disappointment as an actor and increasing diversity on screen.
Outrage continues to grow as attacks against Asian Americans continue to increase. Benny Luo, the founder and CEO of Nextshark, an online news publication dedicated to Asian American news, joins CBS News senior White House correspondent Weija Jiang to discuss the disturbing trend. Luo explains why victims tend to stay silent and the need for more coverage in order to raise awareness. They also tackle the myth of the "model minority."
British Guyanese actress Golda Rosheuvel, who plays Queen Charlotte in Netflix's "Bridgerton," joins CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab to discuss how the period drama used color conscience casting to re-imagine 1800s England. She shares how facing prejudice early in her own career prompted her to say no to acting roles and why she is optimistic about the future. Rosheuvel says playing the historical character of Queen Charlotee is like "wearing pieces of art" and offers a few hints on what we can expect from season two of "Bridgerton."
A new book examines our nation's racist past by speaking directly to Black Americans whose deaths fueled calls for change. In "Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America," author and Vanderbilt University professor Michael Eric Dyson writes letters to Emmett Till, Eric Garner, Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland & other "black martyrs." He discusses the fight for racial and social justice with CBS News' chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues.
“CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason talks to country artists Vince Gill, Maren Morris, Ryan Hurd and Rissi Palmer about whether the genre and the country industry is going through a reckoning from top to bottom. Plus, only on "CBS This Morning," Vince Gill plays a brand new, unreleased song he recently wrote about the ongoing fight against racism in America.
Climate reporter Kendra Pierre-Louis joins CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli to discuss transitioning to a Greener economy, environmental justice and carbon off-sets. They discuss the impact President Joe Biden proposals to combat climate change may have, including returning to the Paris Climate Agreement and rejecting the Keystone Pipeline. Pierre-Louis, who is the author of "Green Washed: Why We Can't Buy Our Way to a Green Planet," explains why we need to prepare for climate migration and improve the country's infrastructure. Pierre-Louis can now be heard on the Gimlet podcast “How to Save the Planet."
Before Bubba Wallace, Bill Lester was the last driver to compete on a regular basis at the top levels of NASCAR – that was in the early 2000s. Lester tells CBS News' Jericka Duncan why he decided to pursue a career in racing in his late 30s after a successful career as an engineer at Hewlett Packard. Lester's new memoir is Winning in Reverse Defying the Odds and Achieving Dreams, which is published by Pegasus, an imprint of Simon and Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS.
Oscar winner Fisher Stevens discusses directing the new Apple TV + film "Palmer" with CBS News' Jamie Wax. He shares how they were able to shoot the film in just 25 days and why the relationship between Justin Timberlake and his young co-star was key. Stevens tells Wax why it was important to create the feeling of a theater company on set, similar to the dynamic on the set of HBO's hit series "Succession" - in which Stevens is currently stars in as a series regular. He also shares his reaction to the blockbuster success of "Tiger King," which he executive produced.
As we continue to mark Black History Month, the great-granddaughter of Ida B. Wells and author of "Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells" Michelle Duster joins CBS News' Adriana Diaz to discuss the life and legacy of the pioneering journalist and anti-lynching crusader.
Slice founder and CEO Ilir Sela joins CBS News' Jill Schlesinger to discuss how the mobile and online ordering and marketing platform serving local pizzerias across the country competes with bigger named competitors like Grubhub and DoorDash. Founded in 2010, Sela shares how he combined his tech background and his family's three-generations of pizza making. He also explains why pizzerias are seeing a surge in business during the coronavirus pandemic. Plus, hear how he got the founders of Seamless to invest in Slice by connecting via Twitter.
As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs get ready to face off in Super Bowl LV, CBS Sport's Jim Nantz and Tony Romo join CBS This Morning's Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil to preview Sunday's game. Hear why Nantz says the match up between six-time Super Bowl winner Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes, last year's Super Bowl winner, is a match for the ages. Although Brady is considered the underdog this year, Romo says Brady remains the the greatest quarterback of all time. Nantz and Romo also share how they are preparing for the Big Game on Sunday.
British actor, writer and producer Sacha Baron Cohen starred in two of the most critically-acclaimed films of the past year. He's now received three Golden Globe nominations for his role as political activist Abbie Hoffman in Netflix's "The Trial of the Chicago Seven," for reprising the role of Borat, and as a producer on “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.” He joined "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss why he was so determined and driven to make both a Borat sequel and star in Aaron Sorkin's "The Trial of the Chicago Seven."
The director of Netflix’s “Disclosure,” Sam Feder, joins CBS News’ Jamie Wax to discuss the history of transgender representation on screen and the role it has played in society’s perception of trans men and women.
Acts of anti-Semitism jumped nearly 124% from 2015 to 2019, according to the ADL. Nazi symbols appearing during the assault on the U.S. Capitol are just the latest example of anti-Semitic incidents. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod spoke with the Anti-Defamation League's CEO Jonathan Greenblatt about the recent rise in hatred against Jewish people.
Moncef Slaoui, the scientific advisor for Operation Warp Speed, looks back at the last eight months of vaccine and therapeutic development to combat the novel coronavirus. Slaoui, the former head of GlaxoSmithKline's vaccines department, tells CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook why he's not satisfied with the vaccine rollout. He shares the successes of Operation Warp Speed and lessons learned along the way. Slaoui, who is stepping down from his post, discusses how he's ensuring there is a smooth transition with the Biden administration.
The 233-year old U.S. Constitution provides a 7,500 word blueprint for American life and governance. The inauguration process is detailed in the 20th Amendment. Impeachment is described in Article one, Sections 2 and 3. And the 2020 election results were certified by the states, and counted by Congress, in accordance with Article 2 and the 12th Amendment. CBS News constitutional law expert Jeffrey Rosen joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss how the constitution is used today.
In 2019, Dr. Jill Biden joined "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss her book, "Where the Light Enters: Building a Family, Discovering Myself." Now has the nation's' new First Lady, we revisit Dr. Biden's conversation with King. She shares the family discussion that led President Joe Biden to enter the presidential race, and why she had some hesitancy. First Lady Biden also tells King how she fell in love with Biden and why teaching is an essential part of her life.
Amanda Gorman became the youngest inaugural poet when she delivered her poem “The Hill We Climb” at President Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s inauguration. In 2018, Gorman joined CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz to discuss her love of poetry and the power of the form. Gorman details for Diaz her technique for writing poetry and how Maya Angelou inspired her to overcome a speech impediment. Plus, why she intents to run for president in 2036. At the time, the twenty-year-old Harvard University junior had just been named National Youth Poet Laureate and had written a special Thanksgiving poem for the "CBS This Morning" broadcast.
As U.S. Senator Kamala Harris prepares to be sworn in as Vice President on January 20th, CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers discusses her life and career with biographer Dan Morain, author of "Kamala's Way: An American Life." Morain shares Harris' key inspirations that helped the Howard University graduate ascend from a prosecutor in Oakland, California to the first female, first Black and first South Asian-American Vice President of the United States.
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Zucchino details how an angry mob of white supremacist overthrew the local multi-racial government of Wilmington, North Carolina in 1898. He tells CBS This Morning Saturday co-host Michelle Miller how the riot, helped by a campaign of misinformation, had a lasting impact on the community. Zucchino tells of the much forgotten insurrection in his book 'Wilmington's Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy."
Business journalist and author of "No Filter: The Inside Story of Instagram" Sarah Frier shares the story behind Facebook's purchase of the photo sharing social media app Instagram and how the cultures of the two companies clashed. Frier, a Bloomberg News reporter, explains what was the initial appeal of Instagram to users and the Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg - who purchased the platform for $1 billion in 2012. Talking to CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, Frier details how the relationship between Instagram's founders, Kevin Systrom and Michel Krieger, and Zuckerberg soured after the social media platforms accelerated growth with stories. Plus, as the FTC reexamines the idea of what defines a monopoly, Frier explains what this could mean for Facebook's purchase of Instagram.
NOTE: This conversation was recorded before the Assault on Capitol Hill took place on January 6th, 2021.
With hits like "Celebration," Jungle Boogie," and "Ladies's Night," the funk, pop and soul band Kool & the Gang has been making music for the last five decades. Robert "Kool" Bell, the band's co-founder and leader, joins CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss Kool & the Gang's new single, "Pursuit of Happiness," and their upcoming album, "Perfect Union." Bell shares how the loss of his younger brother, and co-founder of band, Ronald Khalis Bayyan Bell has impacted him and the group. Plus, hear how Bell knew instantly that "Celebration" was going to be a hit.
As pro-Trump protestors stormed the Capitol on Wednesday, U.S. Representative Troy Nehls stood shoulder to shoulder with Capitol Police as the violent mob attempted to breach the House Chamber. Congressman Nehls (R-TX) tells CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid that his instinct was to negotiate with the intruders as police drew their guns.
The Pentagon's technology research agency, DARPA, has been responsible for some of the greatest technological advances over the last 60 years like the internet and GPS. Now hear how DARPA, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, was responsible for the early investments in the technology that allowed Moderna and Pfizer to create coronavirus vaccines in record time. The agency's former director, Dr. Regina E. Dugan, tells CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas how one scientist's curiosity led to the idea and what made her greenlight the project a decade ago. Dugan, the current CEO of Wellcome Leap, explains how revolutionary the mRNA vaccine technology is and what scientific advances may be next.
Tony Award-winning actor André De Shields joined CBS This Morning national correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss starring in the recent virtual production of "Ratatouille: The Musical." Originally created by TikTok users during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown, the virtual Broadway performance has raised over $1 million for the Actors Fund, an organization helping people in the entertainment industry who are currently suffering from theaters being closed since March 2020 because of the pandemic.
A mother-daughter duo is donating books to raise awareness of mental health. Sonja Wasden and her daughter Rachael Siddoway co-wrote "An Impossible Life," which details Wasden's struggles with bipolar disorder and how it affected her family and friends. Speaking with CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula before the coronavirus pandemic, the pair discuss why they felt it was important to share their story and travel across the country donating the book to libraries.
The fight for social justice has breathed new life into community efforts across the country to preserve historic black cemeteries. CBS News producer Rodney Hawkins tells "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller about embarking on his own journey to reclaim his family's burial site and tell the forgotten stories of generations past.
President and CEO of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), Dr. Michael Lomax, joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to discuss the history and importance of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Dr. Lomax explains how they've been important to the black experience over the last century and half. He explains the role they've played in helping to build the Black middle class and why even after integration - HBCUs are still necessary.
Legendary actress and EGOT recipient Rita Moreno says she would "absolutely" take the COVID-19 vaccine publicly to help encourage others to do the same. Moreno spoke with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about how she's been navigating the pandemic and wants to get the message out about the importance of the vaccine to the Latinx community. Plus, Moreno shares how she dated Elvis Presley and Marlon Brando at the same time; and recalls how she was scared her career would be over for attending Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's "March on Washington."
As the NBA gets ready to start its new season in the midst of rising coronavirus cases across the country the commissioner of the National Basketball Association, Adam Silver, joins CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett. Silver says there is sense of "nervousness" around the league as they prepare to play the season outside of a controlled 'bubble.' He shares the procedures and protocols the league is taking to ensure the safety of players and staff; as well as the role vaccinations will play.
Award-winning actress Amy Adams joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss playing Beverly Vance in the new Netflix film "Hillbilly Elegy." Based on the book by J.D. Vance, Adams shares how she connected with the feeling self-doubt and the community of Middletown, Ohio.
Acquitted of child sex abuse charges, Cardinal George Pell wrote a book about his experience in prison. Foreign correspondent Chris Livesay sat down with the former Vatican treasurer, who had served more than a year of his six-year sentence before Australia's High Court overturned his conviction.
As Americans start to get vaccinated against COVID-19, the death toll in the United States due to the virus has surpassed 300,000. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins CBS News correspondent Anna Werner to explain what you need to know about the vaccine's safety, efficacy, and availability,
Multi-platinum selling rapper Machine Gun Kelly surprised the world this year with a pop punk album, "Tickets to My Downfall." He's had a pivotal year, scoring his first number one album, reconciling with his father just before his death this summer, and finding new love with Megan Fox. Machine Gun Kelly spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason at New York's Apollo Theater, where he had his first big break 11 years ago.
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams and his wife, Lacey, discuss her recent reoccurrence of melanoma with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook. Facing the skin cancer for the third time, Adams shares her experience and the toll it has taken on her and her family. Plus, Dr. Adams provides tips on what people should do to minimize the risk of melanoma.
Six-time Grammy Award winning singer Dionne Warwick joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to discuss her sixty year career, her love for Christmas and using Twitter to connect to a younger generation of fans and artists. Warwick tells Miller what prompted her to tweet Chance the Rapper, The Weeknd and Taylor Swift. Plus, what she and Chance the Rapper spoke about when they finally connected on the phone. Warwick, who is celebrating her 80th birthday on Saturday, is hosting a Holiday/Birthday celebration on December 12th at 7pm ET to raise money for "Hunger Not Impossible."
Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey discusses his upbringing, the iconic movie line that launched his career and navigating the coronavirus pandemic with his family. Talking with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King, McConaughey shares why he decided to write his memoir "Greenlights" now and how he hopes a divided nation can be brought together.
Oscar-winning director Francis Ford Coppola discusses with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason why he decided to re-cut the third film in The Godfather saga thirty years after it premiered. With a new beginning, ending and title, the new film titled "“Mario Puzo’s The Godfather: Coda, The Death of Michael Corleone” is finally a satisfying epilogue to the saga according to Coppola. The film will be available in select theaters starting December 4th and on Blu-Ray and digitally on Amazon December 8th.
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says humankind is “waging a war on nature.” Guterres spoke with CBS This Morning co-host Tony Dokopuil about the fight against climate change ahead of a major address that he’s calling “The State of the Planet.” He explains why he's made climate change a priority, the UN's objective for 2021 and the significance of President-elect Joe Biden announcing the U.S. will rejoin the Paris Climate Accord.
Karamo Brown, a former social worker in Los Angeles and star of Netflix's "Queer Eye" joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss his partnership with the Salvation Army to ensure families in need are able to have a Christmas this holiday season amid the global coronavirus pandemic. As a single parent, Karamo shares what it was like having to make the tough choices between paying bills and giving a gift to a child.
Dan Price and his company Gravity Payments, a credit card processing agency for small businesses, gained widespread attention in 2015 when Price announced to his 120 employees that the Seattle based company was instituting a minimum pay rate over three years of $70,000. Five years into the policy, Price spoke with CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi about the effects the idea has had and some unintended consequences as well. Plus, Price discusses the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on his business and other small businesses Gravity Payments serve.
Moderna's president Dr. Stephen Hoge joins CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook to discuss the company's new coronavirus vaccine currently in clinical trials. Dr. Hoge shares what preliminary data is saying about the vaccine's effectiveness and what distribution of the vaccine will look like.
As family and friends contemplate how to spend Thanksgiving together this year in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. William Schaffner joins "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan to offer advice on minimizing the virus of catching and spreading the virus. Dr. Schaffner, a professor of preventive medicine and infectious disease at Vanderbilt University also explains how there's a light at the end of the tunnel with the vaccines currently in development.
Four-time Grammy winner Sam Smith is back with an emotional and uplifting third studio album, "Love Goes," which delves into Smith's mental health, heartbreak and journey to self-discovery and love. Smith tells Anthony Mason about learning to embrace their non-binary gender identity, facing ridicule and bullies, and the courage it took to come out.
On Election Day, voters in four states voted to legalize the use of cannabis - making the use of recreational cannabis legal in 15 states.. This is as many Blacks and Latinos remain in prison for marijuana-related offenses. Director Erik Parker's new documentary, ‘Smoke: Marijuana + Black America,’ examines the history, criminalization, and business of marijuana. According to Parker, less than one percent of licenses for cannabis businesses have gone to Blacks and Latinos. Parker tells "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan the story of Corvain Cooper who in 2014 was sentenced to life in prison in California for selling marijuana. While the state of California legalized recreational use of cannabis in 2016, Cooper remains in prison serving life.
"Smoke: Marijuana + Black America"premieres Wednesday, November 18 at 10 pm ET on BET, a division of ViacomCBS.
Emmy-winning writer and actor Rachel Bloom joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss her new book, "I Want to be Where the Normal People Are," and the success of her television show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Bloom talks about her mental health journey, having a baby during the pandemic & losing her collaborator to COVID-19.
Latino voters came out in record numbers to participate in the 2020 Election. While President-elect Joe Biden won the majority of Hispanic voters, the diverse electorate proved pivotal in key states like Florida, Texas and Arizona. CBS News contributor Maria Elena Salinas and CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez join CBS News national correspondent Mireya Villarreal to discuss how President Trump was able to make in-roads with Latino voters, how Biden's performance among the demographic was weaker than Hillary Clinton's four years ago, and whether Hispanic voters were key in flipping Arizona blue for the first time since 1996.
Marine veteran and Team Rubicon co-founder Jake Wood tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil why he encourages veterans to continue to serve at home. Wood, author of the new book "Once a Warrior: How One Veteran Found a New Mission Closer to Home" discusses the origins of Team Rubicon and restoring community and a sense of camaraderie in America.
Writer Maggie Smith, whose poem about a half-terrible world went viral in 2016, has a new outlook in 2020. She discusses her book new book: “Keep Moving: Notes on Loss, Creativity, and Change" with "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil. Smith says the book is about "reframing difficult times as opportunities to grow and rethink things." She shares how the book started with notes she would write herself in the morning before getting out of bed in the fall of 2018 as her marriage of 18 years came to an end.
Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver to share tips on how to deal with stress and anxiety over the election and the coronavirus pandemic. She provides tools to alleviate anxiety for parents and their children.
Pastry chef and Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi discusses how she got into baking as child, turning to Instagram Live during the coronavirus lockdown and using baked goods as a way to connect with people with "CBS This Morning" correspondent Vladimir Duthiers. In her fourth and latest cookbook, "Milk Bar: Kids Only," Tosi is hoping to inspire a new generation of young bakers. She believes "baked goods are invitations into people's lives." and "opportunities to share joy, heart and emotion."
Communications strategist Jacqueline Adams provides a “playbook" to help women of color "team up” and "find innovative ways to support one another as they climb ladders of opportunity" in her book "A Blessing: Women of Color Teaming Up to Lead, Empower and Thrive."Talking with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller, Adams shares what allies can also do to help.
A new biography by royal expert Ingrid Seward looks at the life 99-year-old Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Talking with CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi, Seward shares how Philip worked to modernize the English monarchy and his role as father to Prince Charles and Andrew. Hear how his relationship with the late Princess Diana deteriorated over time and what he thinks about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepping away from royal duties. "Prince Philip Revealed" is published by Atria a division of Simon and Schuster.
Journalist and podcast host Leon Neyfakh discusses "The Battle for Boston" - season three of the Luminary podcast "Fiasco." Talking with CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett, Neyfakh shares what he uncovered about the efforts to desegregate Boston's public schools and the backlash that followed. He explains how ramifications from the violence and racial upheaval that resulted from the busing program are still felt today; plus what parallels can be drawn to today's racial reckoning.
Author of the best-selling book "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent," Isabel Wilkerson, discusses how the book examines the "infrastructure of division that is built into society" with CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett. Wilkerson, a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, explains what prompted her to look into the "structure that's place to hold people in a fixed ranking." Plus, she reacts to news that Ava DuVernay is set to turn the book into a new Netflix film.
Election law expert and CBS News contributor David Becker discuss how we are potentially seeing an election turn out not seen since 1908 with CBS News political reporter Ed O'Keefe. Becker, executive director and founder of the Center for Election Innovation & Research, explains what voters need to know if they are planning to vote early and what he will be watching for as Election Day approaches.
Tony-nominated playwright and actress Heidi Schreck discusses what inspired her hit-broadway show, "What the Constitution Means to Me," with CBS News national correspondent Jerica Duncan. Now available to stream on Amazon Prime VIdeo, Schreck details how the lives of three generations of women in her family was shaped by the Constitution. She tells Duncan the impact the show has had on her and audience members. Schreck shares notes the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg gave her after seeing the show and asking for the script. She says part of the proceeds from the film will be donated to the Broadway Cares COVID Relief Fund and to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund’s Voting Rights 2020 initiative.
A new film, "The Glorias," directed by Julie Taymor looks at the life of women's right activist Gloria Steinman from her childhood growing up in Ohio to present day. Taymor joined CBS News national correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss what inspired her about Steinman's life story and what message she hopes viewers take away. Taymor calls the film a political movie made for our time.
How do the two presidential candidates stack up when it comes to combatting climate change? Leah Stokes, assistant professor at UC Santa Barbara's Bren School of Environment Science & Management, joins CBS News meteorologist and climate contributor Jeff Berardelii for her assessment of President Trump's record on the environment and former Vice President Joe Biden's climate plan.
Since 1937, the second Monday in October has been a federal holiday known as Columbus Day, named after the explorer Christopher Columbus. Shannon Speed, director of UCLA's American Indian Studies Center joins CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss why Columbus Day is harmful to Native Americans and the push to rename in honor of the indigenous people who lived on this land before Europeans arrived.
Journalist Connie Chung discusses why she's encouraging Asian-Americans to vote this in a new PSA. Speaking with CBS News correspondent and CBSN anchor Vladimir Duthiers, Chung shares what it was like to be one of the only women of color covering the Watergate hearings and why she’s “worried for our country.”
Actor and producers America Ferrera & Olga Segura discuss their new initiative "She Se Puede" with CBS News contributor Maria Elena Salinas. They share what they are hoping to achieve with the new digital lifestyle community created for Latinas and their effort to turn out the Latina vote on Election Day.
With less than thirty days until Election Date, CBS News political contributors Robby Mook and Terry Sullivan discuss what effect President’s Trump coronavirus diagnosis may have on the race for president and what we can expect from Wednesday night’s vice presidential debate with with CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns.
Director Paul Feig joins CBS News contributor Jamie Wax to discuss his films and television shows, his new gin and his Instagram Live show - "Quarantine Cocktail Time." Feig shares why he believes it's important that his films are "grounded in reality" and the appeal of "uncomfortable comedy." Feig, who was shooting a pilot when the coronavirus pandemic hit, tells Wax what prompted him to suit up, make a cocktail and start dancing on Instagram during quarantine.
Director, producer and writer Alex Gibney joins White House correspondent Paula Reid to discuss his latest HBO documentary - "Agents of Chaos." The two-part doc examines Russia's interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Gibney shares how he gained access into the Russian troll farms and how he got many of the key figures to sit down for an interview. He tells Reid why he believes Russia was looking to sow chaos in the United States and how the country was unprepared for asymmetrical warfare. However at the core, Gibney says Russia did nothing but expose division that already existed and what they did only worked because we are so polarized.
As President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden get ready for their first presidential debate of the 2020 election, 60 Minutes correspondent and CBS News senior political analyst John Dickerson talks with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about the significance these debates have on the presidential race. Dickerson also discusses pivotal moments from debates past.
Journalist Jeffrey Selingo takes readers inside the college admission process in his new book, “Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admission.” Selingo tells “CBS This Morning” co-host Tony Dokoupil what he learned when he gained access to the admission offices of three universities as they selected students for their incoming class. He discusses how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the admissions process. Selingo explains the role early decision plays in the admission process, why the SAT/ACT is not as important as parents and students may think, and the difference between need-blind and need-aware schools. "Who Gets In and Why" is published by Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS.
As we remember the life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, we revisit a February 2019 conversation with the directors of the Oscar-nominated documentary “RBG” and “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Michelle Miller. Filmmakers Betsy West and Julie Cohen discuss how Ginsburg went from being the “legal backbone” of the women’s rights movement to a pop culture phenomenon dubbed the “Notorious RBG” by millennials. They detail the obstacles Ginsburg faced as one of the few women enrolled in Harvard and Columbia Law Schools, her love story with her husband Marty Ginsburg, and the powerful wording of her dissenting opinions on the Supreme Court.
Journalist Maria Hinojosa discusses her new book, "Once I Was You: A Memoir of Love and Hate in a Torn America," with CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz. In the book Hinojosa, host of NPR's Latino USA, details the United States' checkered history with immigration and her own improbable life story. She shares what it was like being the first Latino in a newsroom and the pressure that came with it. Founder and president of Futuro Media, Hinojosa tells Diaz both political parties are to blame for the heated rhetoric around immigration.
Journalist and author James Nestor joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss his new book, "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art." Nestor explains how proper breathing technique and exercises can improve overall health and wellbeing. He explains why breathing through the mouth is so dangerous and how the nose is like a "smart device."
When the 2020 Tokyo Olympics were postponed until next summer because of the coronavirus pandemic, gymnast Laurie Hernandez and runner Kyle Merber found themselves in unchartered water. They shared the physical, emotional and financial challenges delaying the games have had with CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen. Gold and silver medalist Hernandez, part of the Final Five in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, says she's using the extra year to prepare for her comeback. Twenty-nine year old runner Merber, who helped set a world record in 2015, was hoping to qualify for his first Olympic team this year. Merber told Chen how he's come to terms with the fact he may not achieve his Olympic dream.
Author Chris Whipple pulls back the curtain on the CIA and its often secretive directors in his new book, "The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future," published by Scribner an imprint of Simon & Schuster a division of ViacomCBS. Having spoken to almost every living director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Whipple tells CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegeus why he believes besides being president there is "no job more consequential than being CIA director." Whipple shares insight into the current administration’s relationship with the intelligence community and explains why he's critical of current CIA director Gina Haspel's tenure.
Nineteen years after the terrorist attacks of September 11th 2001, first responders and community members who were in Lower Manhattan in the weeks and months after the attack are still diagnosed with 9/11 related illnesses. Lila Nordstrom, founder and executive director of Stuyhealth, discusses with CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz what resources and assistance are available for these illness. A senior at Stuyvesant High School, blocks away from the World Trade Center, at the time of the attacks - Nordstrom shares how students turned to class three weeks after the attacks when the air quality was not safe. Nordstrom says there are lessons to be learned from the aftermath that can help us with our decision making during the coronavirus pandemic.
First amendment lawyer and president of the Foundation of Individual Rights in Education Greg Lukianoff joins CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal to discuss the concept of "cancel culture." Lukianoff, author of “The Coddling of the American Mind," explains how he believes cancel culture has evolved from a well-intention effort to self-policing on social media of opinions one may disagree with.
Six time James Beard Award winner chef David Chang talks with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about his new memoir - "Eat a Peach." Chang opens up about growing up, battling depression and finding his way into the kitchen. He shares how he's learning to accept praise and deal with his anger. The restaurateur and host also discusses starting a family, the loss of Anthony Bourdain and the restaurant industry's uncertain future due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, the founders of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream talk with CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger about the role businesses play in social activism. Hear how the two, who met in 7th grade gym class, went on to create the iconic company with no business or ice cream making experience 42 year ago.
From murals to portraits to photographs, a new wave of political art is emerging across the country. Artivist Nikkolas Smith tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason how the death of Trayvon Martin and the Black Lives Matter protested that erupted in its aftermath propelled him to process his mentions through art. Since then images created by Smith in response to social events have gone viral. Last after, the 35-year-old left his job at Disney to focus full-time on creating art.
Chasten Buttigieg, the husband of former mayor and Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, discusses his new memoir “I Have Something to Tell You” with "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud. Buttigieg shares what it was like growing up in a conservative small town, meeting and falling in love with the South Bend mayor and life on the campaign trail.
Only on "CBS This Morning," pop star Katy Perry candidly speaks with co-host Gayle King about what inspired her new studio album - "Smile." Perry discusses getting ready for motherhood ahead of giving birth to her daughter Daisy Dove Bloom with actor Orlando Bloom. She also opens up about dealing with depression.
Historians Elaine Weiss and Martha S. Jones join CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver. They discuss how three generations had to fight in order for the 19th Amendment to become law. Weiss, an award-winning journalist and author of "The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote," explains how the hope of the suffrages came down to a 24-year-old state representative in Tennessee. While the passage of the 19th Amendment technically gave 27 million women the right to vote in the 1920 presidential election, Jones explains how the fight for Black women continued for decades. Jones is a professor of history at Johns Hopkins University and author of "Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote and Insisted on Equality for All."
The critically-acclaimed hit series "Schitt's Creek" has gone from a Canadian cult comedy to one of the most Emmy-nominated shows of 2020. The series’ co-creator and showrunner Daniel Levy joined “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason to discuss the show’s unlikely rise. He shares what it was like working on the series with his father, Eugene Levy, for the last six years. Levy says he has no regrets about ending the series just as it was hitting its peak, saying he’s open to the possibility of reuniting in the future. The series earned 15 nominations for its final season, which aired this spring on POP TV, a Viacom-CBS property. Plus, Levy shares his favorite moments from the series and what's next for him.
Jazz musician Wynton Marsalis joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to discuss his latest composition, "The Ever Fonky Lowdown." The managing and artistic director of Jazz at Lincoln Center also discusses the impact the coronavirus pandemic is having on musicians and cultural institutions. He shares the personal toll COVID-19 has taken on his family - the passing of his father jazz Legend Ellis Marsalis, Jr.
The coronavirus pandemic is changing how U.S. voters will pick a president. As the Democratic National Convention gets underway without any delegates or most speakers attending in person, CBS Sunday Morning Ted Koppel and 60 Minutes' Lesley Stahl look back at their past coverage of political conventions and discuss with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe what the future of the party conventions may look like.
Psychologist and CBS News contributor Lisa Damour says we are headed for a huge adolescent mental health crisis this fall if and when school is disrupted due to the coronavirus pandemic. She joins "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan to explain why this is and to share tips on how parents might plan to address and get out ahead of it. Damour explains the importance of establishing routines amid the uncertainty and the things parents need to consider when deciding whether to send their children to school if they live in a district with in-person learning.
Ford Foundation President Darren Walker talks with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about how the social justice philanthropy borrowed a billion dollars to help non-profit organizations and Americans hit by the pandemic. Walker explains why he says "we are asphyxiating" the idea of creating a better life for children and why he says wealthy, privileged Americans need to start thinking about how much they are willing to give up.
International Rescue Committee president and CEO David Miliband joins CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss how the developing world is handling the coronavirus pandemic gripping the globe. Miliband says we need to tackle the virus as a connected world since so much of our lives are globally interconnected. According to Miliband, access to testing remains an issue in many nations and COVID-19 is adding to a heightened sense of fragility among already fragile states.
An article from the September issue of "The Atlantic" aims to understand how the United States managed to find itself with a disproportionate amount of the world's coronavirus cases and deaths. A staff science writer for "The Atlantic," Ed Yong, joins CBS News' Anna Werner to discuss "How the Virus Won: Anatomy of An American Failure." He explains how the systemic problems with America's healthcare system contributed to the crisis and why a lack of information and guidance from the Trump administration exacerbated the problem.
Restaurants have been some of the hardest hit businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic. Chef and television host Tom Colicchio discusses why he supports the Restaurants Act, a bipartisan proposal to provide $120 billion in aid to help small and midsize eateries. New Orleans chef Nina Compton explains the ripple effects that closing restaurants has on the economy. Speaking with CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, Colicchio and Compton paint a dire future for the restaurant industry if assistance is not provided.
54-year-old Gregg Garfield was one of the first COVID-19 patients in California. He contracted the virus on a ski trip in Italy and ended up in a Burbank, California hospital for more than 60 days — 31 of those spent on a ventilator. Garfield's doctors gave him a 1% chance of survival. Now he's almost fully recovered and is pleading for people to heed the advice of health experts to wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing.
Silvia Moreno-Garcia's new novel has been called “a terrifying twist on classic gothic horror” and “darkly brilliant and captivating.” Set in the 1950s, "Mexican Gothic" tells the story of Noemí Taboada’s efforts to save her cousin from her husband and his family in their isolated mansion in the Mexican countryside. Moreno-Garcia tells CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal why she decided to wade into the gothic horror genre. Plus, she explains why it is important for authors to be transparent about how they are able to earn a living by writing.
One of Congressman John Lewis' lasting legislative victories was the establishment of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Chip Reid talks with the museum's interim director Dr. Spencer Crew as well as its founding director Lonnie Bunch, now head of the Smithsonian Institution, about Lewis' decades-long fight to make the museum a reality. They explain Lewis' instrumental role in the museum's creation and why he felt that learning our history was so important to ensure America lives up to its ideals.
Michael Tubbs thought he was destined for either prison or death. He was born to a teenage mother and a father who was incarcerated. But he defied the odds and became the youngest and first Black mayor of Stockton, California when he was elected at the age of 26 in 2016 — the same day Donald Trump won the White House. Tubbs joins "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud to explain how he has instated the nation’s first pilot program for universal basic income and is leading an initiative to expand the idea in other cities. Plus, Tubbs shares how his city's police department is participating in a race and reconciliation process. He also shares how he became the subject of the new HBO documentary “Stockton on my Mind,” which shows his personal and political journey.
Professional ice hockey player Akim Aliu discusses his experience as a Black man in the NHL and why he's on a mission to increase diversity in the sport. Speaking with CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, Aliu shares the racism he experienced as a young boy playing the game. Hear why he was initially hesitant to speak out about the indignities he has experienced and about his recent friendship with Colin Kaepernick.
Actor, musician and podcaster Dennis Quaid discusses the second season of his podcast, The Dennissance, reuniting with the cast of "The Parent Trap" and upcoming solo record with CBS News contributor Jamie Wax.
With Major League Baseball beginning their season this week and the NBA attempting to resume their season, in the midst of a global coronavirus pandemic, how are professional sports leagues ensuring the safety and security of their players and staff? Dan Wolken, a national columnist for USA Today Sports, joins CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi to discuss how competitive professional sport leagues are planning to return after more than four month hiatus. Wolken discusses whether we will we see professional tennis, football and college sports played this year.
Actors Eva Longoria and Wilmer Valderrama and chef José Andrés discuss how the Latinx community has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and how the crisis is revealing systemic inequalities in economic, health and political systems for Latinos. CBS News' Adriana Diaz spoke to the three friends and activists for “Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis,” a CBS News special.
With many spring and summer travel plans derailed by the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. editor of Conde Nast Traveler Jesse Ashlock shares how you can still plan a vacation during these times. Speaking with CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett, Ashlock explains why road trips and “travel bubbles” are becoming the new normal. Plus, he shares the questions to ask hospitality providers about safety and cleanliness.
The Supreme Court recently wrapped up its term, with decisions handed down on LGBTQ workplace discrimination, abortion clinic doctors, DREAMers, and the president’s financial records. Supreme Court scholar Ilya Shapiro, director of the Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute, joins CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford to discuss the significance of these decisions and how this year it became "the Roberts Court" after Chief Justice John Roberts joined the majority for all but two cases.
The new Netflix documentary "Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado" provides a rare glimpse into the life and world of astrologer Walter Mercado, who was a television staple for decades. "CBS This Morning" national correspondent David Begnaud spoke with co-directors and co-producers Cristina Costantini and Kareem Tabsch and fellow producer Alex Fumero about how they gained access to Mercado, what they were surprised to discover, and the personal connection they have to Mercado.
Vanessa De Luca, editor-in-chief of the online magazine ZORA, joins "CBS This Morning" correspondent Vladimir Duthiers to discuss books, music and movies to check out this summer. De Luca offers suggestions for how to remain informed amid national conversations about racial justice. She also explains how ZORA, a platform for, by, and about women of color, sheds lights on Black artists that have often been overlooked.
Alan Zweibel, one of the original writers on Saturday Night Live, and legendary television producer Norman Lear join CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook to discuss what they learned from setbacks in their own careers. Zweibel is out with a new memoir called "Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People Be Funnier." He and Lear discuss the roll of comedy when dealing with difficult situations — and how this outlook can help people cope amid the coronavirus pandemic. Kate Lear, Norman's daughter (who also happens to be Dr. LaPook's wife), shares the philosophies her father adopted after his less successful moments in show business.
A new documentary by filmmaker Dawn Porter examines the impact civil rights leader and Congressman, John Lewis, has had on America. Porter spent a year with the Georgia representative for the making of "John Lewis: Good Trouble," beginning right before the 2018 midterm elections. She explains how Lewis continues to make a difference through his role as a legislator as he fights for civil rights, voting rights, health care reform, and immigration reform. Plus, Porter shares what current activists can learn from the civil rights leader.
On July 1, the United States surpassed 50,000 coronavirus cases in a single day — the highest daily number since the pandemic began. Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, joins CBS News' national consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner to discuss why he says we are only at "the 100 yard mark in the marathon." Dr. Osterholm tells Werner we have to be better prepared because, "the worst is yet to come." He shares the reality of when to expect a vaccine and explains why all masks are not equal and why people should stay 10 to 12 feet apart — not six feet. Plus, Osterholm offers tips on safe ways to enjoy the Fourth of July.
The GoalSetter app is working to show how financial independence can help close the wealth gap and lead to financial success for the next generation. GoalSetter founder and CEO Tanya Van Court joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss a new initiative called "SOS" or "Save Ourselves" to improve economic mobility for Black Americans. Van Court, a former executive at both Nickelodeon and Discovery Education, shares her own economic setbacks that led her to work toward toward helping children and families achieve financial literacy.
Art historian Blake Gopnik discusses his new biography of American artist Andy Warhol with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason. In "Warhol," Gopnik tracks the 20th century pop artist's journey from growing up in Pittsburgh to trying to make a name for himself in the art scene to his lasting impact on the art world.
With an ongoing global pandemic and a national election five months away, many state election officials are looking to expand mail-in voting as an alternative to waiting in line at polling locations. As co-chair of the new bipartisan group called VoteSafe, Tom Ridge, a former Republican governor and the nation's first Secretary of Homeland Security, is advocating for safe in-person voting and the expansion of voting by mail. This week, President Donald Trump and Attorney General William Barr made unverified claims that foreign actors could tamper with mail-in ballots. Ridge tells CBS News' political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns why the president's claims are simply false and why Trump should be encouraging absentee ballots if he wants to win re-election. Ridge says he's confident in this November's election, despite efforts of foreign interference.
Actress Selenis Leyva, known for her roles in "Orange is the New Black" and "Diary of a Future President," has co-written a book with her sister, Marizol, called "My Sister: How One Sibling's Transition Changed Us Both." Marizol, a model, cook, and activist, explains how writing the book was therapeutic while processing the trauma of her transition, and Selenis shares what it was like to watch her sister live her true identity. Plus, they discuss J.K. Rowling's controversial comments about transgender women, the recent Supreme Court ruling protecting LGBTQ employees, and how to be an ally for the trans community.
Tim Cadogan took over as CEO of GoFundMe at the beginning of March, just as the coronavirus pandemic was ramping up in the United States. He joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss his adjustment to the role, how GoFundMe campaigns are assisting people in the midst of the pandemic and how the company serves as a partial social safety net. Cadogan also explains how people are using the platform to support social causes in the wake of nationwide anti-racism protests.
"60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson says the American presidency has become overburdened with duties since George Washington first took the oath of office. In “The Hardest Job in The World: The American Presidency,” Dickerson writes, “the American presidency is in trouble. It is overburdened, misunderstood, an almost impossible job to do.” He joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss the need to fix the presidency and how we choose the inhabitant of the office. He says successful presidents know how to delegate and build strong teams to achieve their goals. Plus, Dickerson shares how television changed expectations of presidents.
Even before the coronavirus crisis, former CIA acting director Michael Morell says the U.S. and China were trending toward a Cold War based on competition over technologies for the future and influence over the rest of the world. Morell, who also hosts the "Intelligence Matters" podcast, joins "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan to discuss how the blame game between the two nations over the pandemic has exacerbated the tension. They discuss where the bilateral relationship is heading, what the current environment of mistrust means for a trade deal and the race for a COVID-19 vaccine.
Best-selling author Brit Bennett is following the success of her critically-acclaimed debut, "The Mothers," with a "The Vanishing Half," a novel exploring the American history of racial passing. She joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss how the story, which opens in 1968, is particularly timely today. Bennett also shares her reaction to J.K. Rowling's controversial statements on transgender women and how the trending #PublishingPaidMe has uncovered inequities within the publishing industry.
Activists have been calling for the dismantling of police for years, but it has gained traction since the killing of George Floyd. Many people of color don't feel protected by the police and believe Americans can survive without law enforcement as we know it. Phillip Atiba Goff, co-founder and CEO of the Center for Policing Equity, joins CBS News' Jeff Pegues to discuss what it would mean to defund the police and where the funds could be reallocated. Plus, Goff explains why the issue goes beyond policing and that this moment of protest should serve as an opportunity to rethink what it means to have safe communities and to reinvest in the communities that have been long abandoned.
Esther Smith, who stars in the new Apple TV+ series, "Trying," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the show's use of humor to address the ups and downs of navigating infertility and adoption. Smith plays one half of a London couple who turns to adoption after struggling to conceive. She explains how comedy can illuminate difficult subjects and why she thinks audiences are drawn to the show, which has already been renewed for a second season.
Mellody Hobson, president and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, joins co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss how corporations can go beyond social media posts condemning racism and address the systemic inequality within their organizations. Hobson, who has been pushing for diversity and change in corporate America for years, explains the importance of remaining color brave instead of color blind. She also explains why simply working toward diversity is not good enough, and shares steps companies can take to make this vision a reality.
On the eve of the 76th anniversary of D-Day, Robert Citino, historian at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss lessons gleaned from history as thousands of people take to the streets to protest police brutality and systemic racism amid the global coronavirus pandemic. Citino says Americans have the ability to come together in difficult and trying times, despite the nation's rugged individualism.
As protests continue across the country in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd last week in Minneapolis, "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller speaks with authors and educators Ibram X. Kendi and Tim Wise about the calls for justice and an end to police brutality. They discuss the history that led to this point, the white privilege that has delayed progress and how protesters can inspire real change. They also explain what a reformed policing system could look like and offer suggestions for people who want to help the movement but don't know where to begin.
Francois Clemmons made history as one of the first African American actors to have a recurring role on a children's television program when he was cast as "Officer Clemmons" on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood." Clemmons joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss his new book "Officer Clemmons: A Memoir" and the lessons he learned from Fred Rogers. Plus, Clemmons shares how racism and homophobia have impacted his life.
Award-winning director Ava DuVernay spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King about her new initiative - Array 101. It will offer free learning companions for students to accompany TV and film productions. The first one is for her mini-series, "When They See Us," released almost one year ago. It documents the wrongful conviction of the Exonerated Five. DuVernay also discusses the impact of the coronavirus on Hollywood.
May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Author Celeste Ng joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss her best-seller turned Hulu series "Little Fires Everywhere,” as well as her journey as a writer and her efforts to bring more diversity to the publishing industry. “One of the things we need to do is to create a space where that writing about being 'other' and different experiences is valued and people can advocate for that kind of work," Ng said, adding, "But we also need people to open the gates for those stories and to champion them and bring them out."
May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Actor John Cho of the "Harold & Kumar" and "Star Trek" films, joins CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang to discuss an oped he penned for the Los Angeles Times, "Coronavirus reminds Asian Americans like me that our belonging is conditional." He shares why he decided to write the column and what he hopes people learn about the discrimination faced by Asian Americans.
May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Erika Lee, one of the nation’s leading immigration and Asian American historians, as well as a professor of American history at the University of Minnesota, joins CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio to discuss the concept of "Asian America" and the pivotal moments and essential lessons in history. Lee is also extensively featured in the five-part PBS docuseries "Asian Americans," which debuted this month.
André Leon Talley, contributing editor and formerly creative director at "Vogue," discusses his new memoir "The Chiffon Trenches" with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. Talley tells King about the sexual abuse he experienced growing up and the lessons his grandmother taught him. He also shares what he learned working for Diana Vreeland and Anna Wintour.
As Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot marks one year in office, she discussed the toll the coronavirus pandemic has taken on the city with "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan. Mayor Lightfoot shares how the city is addressing the virus' disproportionate affect on minority communities and what reopening this summer may look like. In addition to combatting the virus, Lightfoot discusses fighting the pandemic of gun violence in the city.
The former mayor of New Orleans, Marc Morial, discusses his new book "The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons That Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve." Morial, now president of the National Urban League, tells "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan how certain moments in his life shaped his outlook on leadership. He also explains what leaders can provide in times of crisis, like the current coronavirus pandemic. And he comments on the murder of Ahmaud Arbery.
Psychiatrist and CBS News Mental Health Contributor Dr. Sue Varma talks about why frontline workers are at risk for developing mental health challenges in the fight against the coronavirus and how stigma keeping many from getting help. Speaking with David Begnaud, lead national correspondent for “CBS This Morning,” Dr. Varma discusses the fear many frontline workers are experiencing. She says that our inability to be physically close to one another and not being able to hug each other has a negative psychological effect. Dr. Varma offers solutions for being emotionally close to people and explains how giving back can boost your mood.
If you or someone you know is seeking mental health resources, you can call the National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline at 1- 800- 950- NAMI (6264). Or, in a crisis, text NAMI to 741-741.
The coronavirus pandemic has ushered in a new normal for many employees now working from home. Others have lost their jobs as the national unemployment rate has soared to its highest level since the Great Depression. LinkedIn editor-in-chief Dan Roth joins CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss the future of work and offers advice to college graduates in these uncertain times. This conversation is part of CBS This Morning's "Work in Progress" series with the professional networking site exploring the future of jobs and issues facing the American workforce.
Just weeks after the coronavirus forced businesses and public spaces across the U.S. to close, more than half of the states have begun the reopening process in hopes of offsetting economic turmoil. Meanwhile, public health officials warn of a resurgence of the virus if social distancing measures are ended too quickly. Dr. Tom Inglesby, director of Center for Health Security of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, is a leader in the field of public health preparedness and pandemics. He joins CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook to discuss what it will take to reopen our country, what precautions will be necessary, the risks of a second wave, and lessons from other countries.
Latinos represent more than 27% of COVID-19 deaths in the nation's hotspots, although they account for 18% of the population. UCLA's Dr. David E. Hayes-Bautista, director of the Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture, joins CBS News contributor Maria Elena Salinas to discuss why the community is at high risk of contracting the virus. According to Dr. Hayes-Bautista, the problems are not genetic but structural. A lack of access to health care and health insurance, employment as essential workers and a shortage of Latino physicians have made Hispanics vulnerable to the coronavirus.
Southwest Airlines has grounded about 400 planes and cut capacity as passenger traffic plummeted amid the coronavirus pandemic. Company CEO Gary Kelly tells CBS News' Kris Van Cleave he believes things will return to normal once the pandemic is over, and explained what crews are doing to disinfect planes and described the “multi-layered” approach his airline is taking to ensure passenger and crew safety.
James Patterson, the best-selling thriller writer who has sold more than 275 million books worldwide, is out with a new non-fiction book about America’s Camelot with co-writer Cynthia Fagen. “The House of Kennedy” provides a multi-generational look at the storied family and the tragedies that have befallen them. He joins "CBS This Morning's" Vladimir Duthiers to discuss why Americans are captivated by the Kennedy family and how their "win at all costs" mantra contributed to their successes and scandals.
Attorney Brad Edwards represents dozens of women who accused late convicted sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein of varying degrees of sexual assault when they were underaged. He joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to talk about his decades-long psychological struggle against Epstein, chronicled in his book, "Relentless Pursuit: My Fight for the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein." He shares what justice would look like for his clients and why his pursuit of Epstein became his "life's mission."
A new biography of Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman by New York Times Beirut bureau chief Ben Hubbard tells the story of how the young prince rose to power. Speaking with CBS News' Elaine Quijano, Hubbard shares how MBS out maneuvered siblings and family members to gain control after his father, King Salman, ascended to the throne in 2015. Hubbard discusses bin Salman's loosening of strict Islamic social codes, his relationship with the Trump administration, the detention of princes and businessmen in the Riyadh Ritz-Carlton, and brutal killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. He shares what lies ahead for the Kingdom and the 34-year-old prince. In the new biography, "MBS: The Rise To Power Of Mohammed bin Salman," Hubbard chronicles how the Crown Prince has been seen as a transformative visionary — but also as an inexperienced leader, whose rash decisions are destabilizing the world’s most volatile region.
Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy says America faced a loneliness epidemic long before we started social distancing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Now, Murthy tells CBS News' Dr. Tara Narula that our current situation could either drive us further apart or serve as a "reset" to help us emerge more connected than before the global pandemic. Murthy discusses his new book, "Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World," and the importance of creating and maintaining bonds with the people in our lives. Murthy explains the physical and mental health dangers of loneliness and offers steps on how we can tackle the problem.
Since 1992, the Innocence Project at the Cardozo School of Law has work to exonerate the wrongly convicted through DNA testing and criminal justice reform. Now, the new Netflix docuseries, "The Innocence Files" gives viewers with a glimpse of the work that goes into correcting an injustice. Innocence Project co-founder and co-director of Barry Scheck joins "CBS This Morning" national correspondent to discuss what he hopes viewers learn from the nine-part series.
To mark Earth Day, climate scientist Kim Cobb joins CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli to discuss the ongoing fight to reverse the effects of climate change. Cobb, a professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, also shares what role global warming plays in spreading infectious diseases, including during the global coronavirus pandemic. Cobb says that both climate change and the coronavirus are public health crises that may pose a compounding threat to society.
Best-selling author Robert Kolker joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss his new book, "Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family." The book is a true story about a family of 12, and how their experience with mental illness helped transform the research in mental health. Kolker also shares his reaction to learning Oprah Winfrey announced it as a rare non-fiction selection for her Oprah's Book Club.
After dropping out of the 2020 race and backing his former rival, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders said he believes the vast majority of his supporters will back Joe Biden in November. Although Sanders acknowledged that "everybody in American knows" how different the two are, he stressed the "choice is pretty clear" when deciding between Biden and President Donald Trump. Sanders spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil about his endorsement and where he expects Biden to adopt a more progressive stance.
Historian Douglas Brinkley joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss how the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic compares to how previous administrations have responded to crises in American history. Brinkley makes the case that White House management and structure affects the ability of the federal government to respond to national emergencies in a significant way. He tells Dickerson the coronavirus pandemic could leave an imprint on American society and culture for years to come. Brinkley is the Katherine Tsanoff Brown Chair in Humanities and Professor of History at Rice University and his latest book is "American Moonshot: John F. Kennedy and the Great Space Race."
School closures from the coronavirus are forcing more than 55 million K-12 students in the U.S. to learn from home. CBS News contributor Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of "How To Raise An Adult: Break Free of the Over- Parenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success,” joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss which kids who could lose out the most through distance learning and what could be the lasting impact of this new normal. She offers advice to parents to help their children succeed and assures America's youth have proven resilient in times of crisis. As a former dean of freshmen at Stanford University, Lythcott-Haims also discusses the unique challenges facing college students away from their campuses.
The second Sunday in April has become synonymous with the Masters golf tournament but the springtime tradition has been postponed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Jim Nantz, CBS Sports' lead play-by-play announcer, joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson to discuss this untraditional Masters weekend, life without live sports, and the silver lining we can find during this lockdown. This weekend on CBS, Nantz will be joined by golfers Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods as they look back at their great victories at Augusta for a special "Masters Rewind." Known as "the voice of March and April," Nantz attributes his iconic voice to his father, "the most positive guy in the world."
People across the world are discovering or rediscovering baking, especially bread, while staying home during the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News' Jamie Wax speaks with Apollonia Poilâne, whose family has owned France's Poilâne bakery since 1932, about the craft of baking bread including why the five senses are more important to success in the kitchen than state-of-the-art machinery. Poilâne also discusses how she took over the family business after her parents died a tragic accident when she was still in college. In October 2019, she released the book "Poilâne: The Secrets of the World-Famous Bread Bakery." This conversation was recorded shortly after the book's release.
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams discusses why minority communities are at higher risk of dying from COVID-19. Talking with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King, Adams explains how preconditions, social determinants and economic situations are making African-Americans, Hispanics and Native Americans more vulnerable to the coronavirus; and how the administration plans to address the disparity. Dr. Adams tells King how efforts to flatten the curve in hotspots are showing promise and how staying home can be an opportunity for us to be healthier.
John Prine, the singer-songwriter once called "the Mark Twain of American songwriting," died Tuesday at the age of 73. His family announced his death was due to complications from coronavirus. Prine received a lifetime Grammy achievement award earlier this year. In January 2019, CBS News' John Dickerson visited Prine at his home in Nashville, where he talked about his career trajectory — from writing songs along his mail route to his induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Prine also shared how two bouts of cancer inspired newfound appreciation for the continued support and praise of his music. Plus, Dickerson and Prine took a drive through Nashville and teamed up for a duet of the song “Paradise.”
Brené Brown joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss dealing with the spiritual, mental and physical effects of living through the coronavirus pandemic. Brown, a best-selling author and popular lecturer, provides tips on navigating anxiety while social distancing. She says physical movement is key because trauma, grief and anxiety are stored in our bodies. Brown, who is a professor at the University of Houston and has spent over 20 years studying the subject of emotions and vulnerability, says it's okay to show vulnerability during this time and that our compassion and empathy are not finite. During this time of crisis, Brown says, we should not rank our suffering. It's okay to "own your feelings" but "just piss and moan with perspective," she says. Hear why strong, long-lasting, sustainable relationships are not dependent on a 50/50 break-down but rather on having a "gap plan." Plus, Brown shares why she loves recording her new podcast "Unlocking Us" so much and why her recent "60 Minutes" profile was "the hardest, most vulnerable thing" she's ever done.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has recovered after testing positive for COVID-19 in mid-March. Now out of an 18-day isolation, he is leading the city in Florida with the highest number of positive coronavirus cases. Suarez explains why he is asking the president to stop flights from coronavirus hotspots into Miami International Airport. Plus, he shares his greatest fears about community spread of the virus and how he sees the future of Miami tourism.
Kim Kardashian West is continuing her fight for criminal justice reform as the coronavirus hits prison populations across the country. Her fight started with Alice Marie Johnson, who she helped get released from prison in 2018. Johnson was serving a life sentence for non-violent drug charges. Now, Kardashian West is taking on more cases, highlighted in the new documentary "Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project," which airs on Oxygen on Sunday, April 5 at 7 p.m. ET. Kardashian West shares how her work on criminal justice reform has led to a huge change in her personal life. She tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King what her dad, Robert Kardashian, a famous attorney who died in 2003, would think of her work. Plus, hear how she and her family are navigating social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Bill Gates has been warning about the threat of a pandemic for years and his foundation has invested $100 million dollars to respond to the coronavirus. The billionaire philanthropist talks with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about why we currently need “strong isolation measures on a countrywide basis,” how it could be “years” before the U.S. economy gets back to where it was before and why he thinks “for the next one, we will be far more ready than we were for this one.” Gates adds, “everybody who's lived through this will view this as a dramatic, scary part of their life. And it will affect their concerns and how they look at things for the rest of time.”
Three-time Olympic gold medalist and beach volleyball player Kerri Walsh Jennings says postponing the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo because of the coronavirus pandemic was "the right decision." Speaking with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson, Walsh Jennings says it was almost a relief to hear the games would be delayed. Walsh Jennings said she will compete in 2021, her sixth Olympic Games.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus discusses what the United States can learn from how other nations are combating COVID19. He tells CBS News consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner that we need to do more coronavirus testing and treat patients sooner in order to have better outcomes like South Korea and Germany. The difference between China and Italy shows the importance of a centralized response, says Dr. Agus. He also says the draconian measures taken by some Asian countries are difficult to enact without giving up some privacy. According to Dr. Agus, it will be another week and half until we see the impact of measures that have been implemented thus far.
(Please note this podcast was recorded the morning of March 27th, 2020)
Cynthia Germanotta, president and co-founder of Born This Way Foundation, joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss how to manage mental and emotional wellness during the coronavirus pandemic. Germanotta explains why we should use technology to maintain social bonds while social distancing and discusses how she came up with the idea for her #TeaWithMrsG Twitter videos. She also shares some of the stories of kindness from the foundation's Channel Kindness platform.
Sentenced to life in prison for a non-violent crime in 1996, Alice Marie Johnson had resigned herself to the fact that she would never see the outside world again. But that changed in 2018, when President Donald Trump commuted her sentence after a direct plea by Kim Kardashian West. Now a free woman after 21 years, Johnson has partnered with Stand Together to help promote criminal justice reform. Johnson and Stand Together's senior vice president Mark Holden joined CBS News' consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner to discuss her story and the changes they hope to see in the system.
(Please note this conversation took place in early March.)
Dr. David Agus shares what you should be asking your doctor if you feel any symptoms of the COVID19 virus, the importance of social distancing and quarantining, and the best practices for recovery. Dr. Agus, a CBS News medical contributor, discusses the two possible treatments that are being used to help treat infected patients and how the virus is bringing the country's medical infrastructure to the brink. He also explains what can be learned from the global response and why we have seen drastically different outcomes in countries like Italy and South Korea. Talking with CBS News consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner, Dr. Agus emphasizes that young people are not immune to the coronavirus and needs to heed the warnings. (Please note this podcast was recorded the morning of March 20th, 2020)
Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma shares the importance of remaining emotionally near while heeding health officials' calls for social distancing as we try to limit the spread of the coronavirus. She joins "CBS This Morning" correspondent Vladimir Duthiers to discuss why you should keep in touch with friends and family. She suggests limiting conversations about coronavirus and doing your best to find a silver lining in your situation. Plus, she shares the unique mental and physical health challenges to older Americans during this time, especially those in nursing homes and retirement communities, and what we can do to help them.
Historian Kenneth C. Davis joins CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers to explain the lessons we can take away from the 1918 flu pandemic. His book, "More Deadly Than War: The Hidden History of the Spanish Flu and the First World War," delves into the spread and response to the flu pandemic and what we can can learn.
Barry Sonnenfeld, who directed "The Addams Family" movie and the "Men in Black" trilogy joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to share how his dysfunctional childhood influenced in his career. In his new book "Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother: Memoirs of a Neurotic Filmmaker," Sonnenfeld explains why he says there is no upside to optimism, only to pessimism — and details the miracles that have happened throughout his life to get him to where he is today. He discusses his strained relationship with his parents, beginning his career as a cinematographer on several Coen Brothers films, and why he became a director when he had no interest in doing so.
New York Times reporter Jennifer Steinhauer joins CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns to discuss her new book, "The Firsts: The Inside Story of the Women Reshaping Congress." Steinhauer shares what she learned as she followed along for the first year of the historic class of congresswomen elected in 2018. She explains why Democratic women fared better in their contests than Republicans and how the growing number of women is helping to reshape House rules.
Chris and Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes sat down with “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason to talk about their successful career, their break-up and eventual reunion as they embark on a new tour. The brothers discuss their childhood, beginning their career in 1980s Atlanta and how they finally reconnected. Plus, hear whether a new album is in the works.
With credit card debt reaching an all-time high of $930 billion, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses solutions to paying down debt. She shares common mistakes consumers make with CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi. Schlesinger explains when a person should get their first credit card, why you should monitor your credit report and the meaning behind your FICO score. She says it's important to track your money and keep a budget in order to pay down your credit card debt. Plus, she explains the effect the debt is having on the overall economy and whether it's better to have "good debt" or no debt. NOTE: This podcast was recorded on March 5, 2020.
With schools closing and events getting canceled across the country due to the spread of the coronavirus, parents should have the proper tools to have a conversation about the virus with their children across all ages. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula and CBS News contributor and child psychologist Lisa Damour join CBS News' Jim Axelrod with advice on how to start those conversations. Dr. Narula offers the medical facts about coronavirus and COVID-19, while Damour explains how to ease kids' anxiety, as well as their disappointment over canceled events and disruptions to their schedules.
Many Americans thought the "spy games" between the Soviet Union and the U.S. ended along with the Cold War over three decades ago. However, author Gordon Corera joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss his book "Russians: Among Us: Sleeper Cells, Ghost Stories, and the Hunt for Putin's Spies" and why Russian spying on Moscow's perceived enemies in the West have evolved and intensified in the last 30 years.
Television and Broadway producer Richie Jackson discusses his book "Gay Like Me: A Father Writes to His Son" with CBS News contributor Jamie Wax. Jackson explains why he wrote this love letter to his gay son as he got ready to head off to college. Jackson says this is the book he wishes he had as a young man. He tells Wax why he hoped his son would be gay and why he considers being gay a super power. They discuss parenting an LGBTQ child and how to be an ally.
Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, joins CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. Tara Narula to discuss what people need to know about the coronavirus. Osterholm says the U.S. healthcare system is not prepared and shares what we know about how the virus spreads and who it impacts the most. He tells Dr. Narula what underlining risk factors may be impacting fatality and if someone with no symptoms can still be infected. Plus, Osterholm comments on what recovery from the virus looks like and whether the changing of seasons may help end the spread of the coronavirus.
The five-part documentary series "Visible: Out on Television" explores the role of television in LGBTQ representation and rights. Executive producers Ryan White and Wilson Cruz join "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to share the impact of moments like Ellen DeGeneres' character coming out on her sitcom and a 1980s "60 Minutes" report about why LGBTQ people were angry with the federal government's inaction on the AIDS epidemic. Cruz, who starred in the 1994 teen drama "My So-Called Life,” shares the impact of being the first openly gay actor to play an openly gay series regular in a leading role. White, who also directs the series, explains the progress that still needs to be made regarding representation in media.
Shereen Pimentel, the star of Broadway's latest revival of the American classic "West Side Story" joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss juggling the role of Maria while completing her senior year at Juilliard. Pimentel shares the Broadway shows that made her fall in love with theater — and the most common reaction she gets when people hear her sing for the first time.
Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden tells CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns what his victory in the South Carolina primary means for his campaign ahead of Super Tuesday. Biden answers whether this is now a two-person race and whether he can raise enough money to compete with Senator Bernie Sanders. He also responses to criticism of his campaign and if former President Barack Obama is expected to endorse him soon. NOTE: This interview was conducted early Monday afternoon.
Financial expert Suze Orman joins “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King to discuss what people approaching retirement need to do to be financially sound. Orman explains why, thanks to increased life expectancy, the best age to retire is not 65 - but 70 years old. Plus, she shares why she decided to step back from her successful career and retire at 65. Orman says she wrote her latest book, “The Ultimate Retirement Guide for 50+: Winning Strategies to Make Your Money Last a Lifetime,” because there isn’t enough time later in life to make financial mistakes. Plus, hear what common financial mistakes people are making - including what she has to say to parents who are helping their children financially.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus breaks down what people need to know about the coronavirus and places it in historical context. He answers questions such as how the virus spread from bats to human in China to what precautions people should take to prevent catching the virus. Talking with CBS News' correspondent Anna Werner, Dr. Agus explains whether cornavirus has become a pandemic, what disruptions the virus may cause and how this may force people to change how they think about public health.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Bungalow co-founder and CEO Andrew Collins joins CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver to discuss what led him to create the co-living start up. The 31-year-old explains how his own experience of moving around the country and having trouble making connections inspired him to create Bungalow. Collins also discusses the importance of having a co-founder that complements you and advice to those looking to be entrepreneurs.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Uber whistleblower Susan Fowler joins “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King to reveal the story behind the blog post that led to the resignation of the company’s CEO. Fowler details the sexual harassment allegations in her new book “Whistleblower: My Journey to Silicon Valley and Fight for Justice at Uber.” She also discusses her unique upbringing, building a family and life after Uber.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, writer and director Andrew Heckler joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss his new film, "Burden," starring Forest Whitaker, Garrett Hedlund, Tim Wilkinson and Usher. Heckler explains how bringing this true story to the big screen was a 20 year passion project. The winner of the Audience Award at Sundance, "Burden" tells the story of a black congregation that helps an orphan raised within the Ku Klux Klan to leave the group. Heckler says the film is about love conquering hate.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, author Tomi Adeyemi tells CBS News’ Errol Barnett how she overcame rejection and hurdles to pursue her dream of writing young adult fantasy novels. With the success of her debut novel, “Children of Blood and Bone,” Adeyemi discusses her new book “Children of Virtue and Vengeance.”
Scottish actor Richard Rankin, who portrays Roger MacKenzie on "Outlander," joins CBS News contributor Jamie Wax to discuss the genre-bending series. Rankin reflects on the show’s popularity, filming in his homeland, and how the show has continued evolve over the past five seasons.
February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health and what we can do to prevent heart disease. Dr. Jennifer Mieres is one of the leading experts and patient advocates of heart health in women. She joins CBS News medical contributor and cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula to discuss why heart disease is the leading cause of death for women — more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. Dr. Mieres, the senior vice president of the Center for Equity of Care at Northwell Health, explains why African American and Hispanic women are at even greater risk for heart disease. She shares the spectrum of symptoms women should watch for and ways to improve heart health.
Science journalist Lydia Denworth has written a book about the phenomenon of friendship and how the bonds we form with our friends are not just pleasant, but essential. She tells CBS News' Errol Barnett what she learned while researching "Friendship: The Evolution, Biology and Extraordinary Power of Life's Fundamental Bond." Denworth explains how studying baboons and other primates helped scientists understand the physical benefits of friendships — plus, why social media isn't as detrimental to our bonds as some might think.
Going out for a drink has never been more expensive. Since 2003, federal data shows a 57 percent spike in the cost of alcoholic beverages at bars and restaurants. Co-host Tony Dokoupil traveled around the country to bars and barely farms to see what's behind the drastic change. He speaks with Ralph Brennan, head of the Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group, which owns several iconic restaurants in New Orleans.
The Oscar-winning writing duo of Nat Faxon and Jim Rash, behind the new film "Downhill" starring Will Ferrell and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, tell CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers why they decided to remake the 2014 European film "Force Majeure" for an American audience. They explain how they formed their successful partnership and whether they want to spend more time in front of the camera. Faxon and Rash previously won an Oscar for co-writing "The Descendants" with Alexander Payne.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, child psychologist and CBS News contributor Lisa Damour joins CBS News’ Reena Ninan to answer parenting questions. From whether parents should provide alcohol to minors in a controlled environment to addressing anxiety in children, Damour offers some advice on what parents can do. She also provides some help on how to address death and loss with a child, handling tantrums and parenting a bully. If you have a question you would like to ask Lisa Damour regarding parenting, email CTMPodcast@CBSNews.com.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, host and executive producer of the successful podcast "Up & Vanished," Payne Lindsey, joins CBS News’ Anne-Marie Green to discuss why so many people are drawn to the true crime genre. Lindsey shares what prompted him to look into cases of missing people and how he is now bringing his investigations to television with a new “Up & Vanished” series debuting this Saturday on Oxygen.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, "The Daily Show" correspondents Roy Wood Jr. and Ronny Chieng join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss their comedic processes and what they've learned from one another while sharing an office. They discuss balancing their standup careers (which include successful comedy specials) with the demanding grind of "The Daily Show." They share how the show has made their comedy more poignant and why they remain committed to being "truth-tellers." Comedy Central is part of ViacomCBS.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, legendary talk show host Dick Cavett discusses his new HBO documentary "Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes" with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason. He shares how his unlikely friendship with former heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali developed. Cavett also tells Mason how he went from working the copy desk at Time magazine to getting a job working for Jack Parr.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, linguist Dennis Baron joins CBS News' Reena Ninan to discuss his new book, "What's Your Pronoun? Beyond He and She.” Baron, a professor of English and linguistics at the University of Illinois, explains how the centuries-long history of gender neutral pronouns relates to the current debate over people seeking an option beyond he and she. Baron explains the significance of pronouns when determining our rights and identities and why singular they has gained more acceptance in recent years.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Vulture's film critic Alison Willmore joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to preview this Sunday's Academy Awards. Willmore explains why Joaquin Phoenix and Renee Zellweger are the actors to beat, plus the movie she says will likely take home the best picture Oscar. They also discuss who they think should have been nominated and why they're optimistic Hollywood will continue producing films that brings people out to the theaters, as opposed to only catering to streaming networks.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News contributor Dr. Tara Narula explores the public health and global policy implications of the coronoavirus epidemic with global health expert Laurie Garrett and expert on Chinese domestic and foreign policy, Elizabeth Economy. Garrett, a Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer, explains how the outbreak compares to other crises like the SARS outbreak in 2003. And Economy discusses what coronoavirus tells us about China, Chinese politics and President Xi Jinping.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, former NFL player turned filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry joins national correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss his Oscar-nominated animated short film, "Hair Love," which tells the story of a black father doing his daughter's hair for the first time. Cherry discusses why it's important to normalize natural hair and expand representation in Hollywood. Plus, he shares what it was like to pivot to a new career after playing football and what it means to follow in the footsteps of Kobe Bryant, who was the first professional athlete to be nominated for an Oscar for the 2018 animated short "Dear Basketball."
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, The Sunday Times' royal correspondent Roya Nikkhah discusses the latest with the British royal family with correspondent Vladimir Duthiers. Nikkhah tells us why Britian is feeling a great level of sadness about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's desire to move to North America and give up their royal duties. She explains what a post-royal public life will look like and why being half-in and half-out just wasn't going to work. She also discusses Prince Andrew's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Charles' desire to have a slimmed down monarchy.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe talks with Iowa-based CBS News campaign reporters Musadiq Bidar and Adam Brewster about what they've learned while traveling more than 20,000 miles each throughout the Hawkeye State. They discuss the issues that Iowa voters are most passionate about how the caucus system works. Plus, Bidar and Brewster explain which candidates have built the strongest campaign infrastructures in the state, how the race has evolved since the summer and why it's important for a candidate to do well in Iowa.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News special correspondent and host of The NFL Today on CBS discusses what we can expect this Sunday from the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers as they face off during Super Bowl LIV. Will Tom Brady's former understudy Jimmy Garoppolo be able to bring the Lombardi trophy to the Bay Area with the help of the team's defense? Or will the Chief's much beloved coach Andy Reid and team leader Patrick Mahomes bring Kansas City their first Super Bowl win in 50 years? Brown breaks it all down plus discusses the storied history of the two franchises and why he never makes predictions.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear former Lakers head athletic trainer Gary Vitti's full conversation with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson as he remembers Kobe Bryant. The two met when Bryant was 17 years old, entering the NBA out of high school in 1996. They continued working together for all of Bryant's 20 seasons with the Lakers. Vitti discusses the special relationship between an athletic trainer and an athlete. He remembers Bryant as a competitive player with a winning mentality, but most importantly as a family man who cared deeply about his community and mentoring the next generations. Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others died Sunday in a helicopter crash.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Financial Times U.S. editor-at-large Gillian Tett joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss the United Kingdom's impending departure from the European Union. Tett, who is also the chair of the editorial board, explains why the exit will take place at 11 p.m. on Friday, instead of midnight. She also discusses the uncertainty surrounding how the split will play out on the world stage, in terms of travel, trade and immigration. Tett describes the Brexit-fatigue many people are feeling and the longing to return what she refers to as Britain's "boring" politics.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Syrian refugee and filmmaker Waad al-Kateab discusses her Oscar-nominated documentary "For Sama" with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green. Al-Kateab shares how she began filming protests against President Bashar al-Assad's government as a university student — before being thrust into a revolution for freedom. During the five year siege eastern Aleppo, al-Kateab fell in love, got married, had a child and helped run a hospital for the civilians injured from the constant bombardment. Al-Kateab calls the Frontline film a "love letter" to her daughter, Sama.
In October 2019, retired basketball star Kobe Bryant sat down with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson to discuss life after the NBA. On Sunday, Bryant unexpectedly died, along with his 13-year-old daughter and seven others, when his helicopter crashed. Bryant was 41 years old. Talking with Jacobson, Bryant said he hoped to be remembered as a storyteller by younger generations. He created the production Granity Studios in 2016 after 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. He created podcasts, TV shows, and films. Bryant discussed parenting his four daughters, winning an Oscar, and how he adapted to life after basketball.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News' correspodent Vladimir Duthier to preview the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards. They discuss who will be the night's biggest winner, which performances they are looking forward to the most and how Maren Morris and Taylor Swift got snubbed. Aswad also shares the latest reporting regarding the allegations made by suspended Recording Academy CEO Deborah Dugan about the nomination process being rigged. Hear whether they think Billie Eilish or Lizzo will win Best New Artist.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Debbie Walsh, the director of the Center for American Women and Politics at Rutgers University, joins CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns to discuss gender and electability. The discussion of whether a woman can be elected president surfaced in the 2020 Democratic presidential campaign after comments allegedly made by Senator Bernie Sanders and former Vice President Joe Biden. After the defeat of Hillary Clinton in 2016, Walsh says 2018 provided to be a record year for female candidates — and she shares why the surge in elected women has fallen along party lines.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn join co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss their new book, "Tightrope: Americans Reaching For Hope." Kristof and WuDunn, the first married couple to win a Pulitzer for journalism, traveled from Kristof's hometown in rural Oregon to urban Baltimore to show how decades of government policies have failed working class Americans. They explain how the disappearance of blue collar jobs, along with stagnant wages, weak education and a lack of healthcare, have led to intergenerational struggles. Plus, they share the solutions other industrialized nations have adopted that helped them avoid the same sweeping drug problems, mass incarceration and declining life expectancy rate as the United States.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, psychologist Kelly McGonigal joins co-host Gayle King to discuss her new book, "The Joy of Movement: How Exercise Helps Us Find Happiness, Hope, Connection, and Courage." McGonigal explains how walking just one minute a day can have a positive impact on your mental health. Plus, she shares how 1980s aerobics tapes inspired her love for movement, how exercise helped her overcome shyness and the Carly Rae Jepsen song that always gets her moving.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Alexandra Sacks joins CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula to define "matrescence," the period when women transition to motherhood. Sacks explains how the medical community doesn't adequately prepare women for portion of their lives, which includes physical and emotional changes reminiscent of adolescence. She shares why her "Motherhood Sessions" podcast from Gimlet Media is a valuable public health tool that gives women the opportunity to have candid conversations on the complex emotions and guilt they don't always want to discuss with their friends and family. "Motherhood Sessions" is available on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, chef and restauranteur Marcus Samuelsson discusses how he uses food to tell a story. Talking with CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers, Samuelsson shares how his grandmother influenced his passion for cooking and what surprised him and his mother about New York. The host of the new season of "No Passport Required" on PBS, Samuelsson explains the difference between fast food and road food; and why he's built his restaurants to slow the dining experience down.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, biographer James Kaplan shares why Irving Berlin has been called the greatest songwriter of American popular music. Talking with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green, Kaplan explains what was behind Berlin's nine decade career that included such songs like "God Bless America" and "White Christmas" that are still sung today. In his new book, "Irving Berlin: New York Genius," Kaplan shares how Berlin when from growing up as a Jewish immigrant in New York's Lower East Side and leaving home at the age of 13 after his father's death to writing over 1,500 songs.
On CBS This Morning, the Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, announced that award-winning author Jason Reynolds was The Library of Congress' newest National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Reynolds and Hayden join co-host Gayle King to discuss why he was chosen and what he plans to do with the ambassadorship. Reynolds, who did not read a whole book until he was 17 years old, is the author of best-selling Track series and "As Brave As You."
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta discusses growing up in apartheid-era South Africa and her career covering the African continent. Patta tells CBS News' Reena Ninan about getting jailed as a teenager and held in solidarity confinement for teaching black South Africans how to read — and she explains why that experience inspired her to become a journalist. During her career with CBS, Patta has covered the death of Nelson Mandela, the Ebola crisis and the use of child labor in the dangerous mining of cobalt.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, best-selling author, neuroscientist and cognitive psychologist Daniel Levitin joins co-host Gayle King to discuss his new book, "Successful Aging: A Neuroscientist Explores the Power and Potential of Our Lives." The book shows us how we can make the most of our lives as we age and Levitin explains why curiosity, openness, conscientiousness and healthy practices are the lifestyle choices that can have the biggest impact on the rest of our lives.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, former U.S. Ambassador to the U.A.E. Barbara A. Leaf and Middle East expert Vali Nasr talk with CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent and moderator of "Face the Nation" Margaret Brennan about the impact the killing of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani is having on the region. Ambassador Leaf discusses the role Soleimani played in Iraq and Syria and why Iraqis have taken to the streets recently to protest. Nasr shares how Soleimani has provided Iran with a sense of nationalism but economic problems still exist in the country.
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, fashion model and registered dietitian Maye Musk talks with co-host Gayle King about her new book, “A Woman Makes A Plan: Advice for a Lifetime of Adventure, Beauty and Success.” The 71-year-old discusses leaving her abusive marriage, raising three children as a single mother and overcoming obesity and ageism in the modeling industry. Musk tells King why she was reluctant to open up about her life but is hoping her story will inspire others to make a plan and live a happier life. Plus, hear how she becomes momma bear when it comes to her oldest son, Elon Musk.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, the deputy director of surveys for CBS News, Jennifer De Pinto, joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss a new CBS News poll that found a majority of Americans think the #MeToo and Time's Up movements are making progress in raising awareness about sexual harassment and misconduct. De Pinto explains how gender, age and political beliefs impacted survey results and which segment of the population think the movements have gone too far.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli talks with Australian biologist and climate specialist Dr. Lucky Tran of Columbia University about the ongoing, out-of-control wildfires in Australia. Tran discusses the toll the fires are taking on humans and wildlife in the country and shares how climate change is fueling the disaster.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, singer and actor Kristin Chenoweth joins CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook to share why she's lending her voice to the "This is Pain" campaign, aimed at spreading awareness and eliminating the stigma surrounding chronic pain. Chenoweth opens up about her experience suffering from chronic pain ever since getting injured on a television set in 2012. She shares the treatments that have helped her manage the pain and why she decided to open up about her experience.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Vox's film critic Alissa Wilkinson joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss this Sunday's 77th annual Golden Globe Awards. From Ricky Gervais returning as the show's host to no broadcast network television show being nominated in the major categories, Wilkinson and Wax make their predictions. Hear why this is the year of Adam Driver, why HBO's Succession is hoping to get some recognition and how Eddie Murphy and Taron Egerton are neck and neck.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Condé Nast Traveler contributing editor Mark Ellwood joins CBS News' Anne Marie Green to discuss the magazine's top 20 travel destinations in 2020. Ellwood explains why the Canadian arctic, Dominica and southeast Australia all made the cut. Plus, he shares the sights to take in at some of the top destinations.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, New York Times’ best-selling author James Clear provides tips on keeping your New Year’s Resolution well beyond the first month of 2020. Talking with CBS News’ Reena Ninan, Clear offers tools on tackling clutter, exercising more and turning resolutions into habits. Clear, author of "Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones," shares the two-minutes rule that people can use to hold themselves accountable and why radically transforming how a person thinks about themselves is key to keeping a resolution.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, longtime "New York Magazine" restaurant critic Adam Platt joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss his new book, "The Book of Eating: Adventures in Professional Gluttony." As the son of a diplomat, Platt explains how he was raised on cuisines around the world. He also shares the best and worst parts about his job as a restaurant critic and how he helped his brother, actor Oliver Platt, prepare for his role as a critic in the movie "Chef."
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers talks with Wired Magazine senior editor Angela Watercutter and freelance culture writer Tre Johnson about what we can expect in American culture in the 2020s. They discuss how social movements will continue to galvanize people through social media and whether we can expect to see widespread, tangible change as a result of the Black Lives Matter and Me Too movements. Plus, Watercutter and Johnson discuss the future of representation in media and the changes we could see in the structure of streaming networks.
Former NFL player Ryan O'Callaghan made history in 2017 as one of very few openly gay former football players. Ryan sits down with Gayle King to discuss his new memoir, "My Life On The Line: How the NFL Damn Near Killed Me and Ended Up Saving My Life."
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News correspondent Vladimir Duthier discusses the new "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" film with "CBS This Morning" producer Joseph Annunziato and CBSN digital line producer Elaine Mui. SPOILER ALERT: The three Star Wars fan share their impression of the last film in the Skywalker trilogy. Hear what they loved, what they didn't and their thoughts on the series' character development.
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, hear co-host Anthony Mason’s full interview with Grammy winning singer-songwriter Vince Gill about the release of his latest album, “Okie.” Gill, who has sold more than 26 million albums, says he is releasing some of his most personal songs yet on this fifteenth studio album. He also discusses touring the Eagles, meeting Merle Haggard at an old honky-tonk and why he still feels uncomfortable in the spotlight after four decades in the music industry. This conversation originally aired in September.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Oscar-winning filmmaker Sam Mendes and actor George MacKay join CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss "1917," a World War I thriller that recently earned three Golden Globe nominations. Mendes shares how the film was partially inspired by his war-hero grandfather and how some of the conflicts surrounding World War I are present in the world again today. He also explains why the film was staged and edited to appear as if the events of the story were filmed in real time. MacKay discusses why he wanted to perform his own stunts and why the story resonates with audiences.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan looks ahead to foreign policy in the 2020s with CBS News National Security contributor Michael Morell, former acting and deputy director of the CIA, and Michèle Flournoy, who served as the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy during the Obama administration and the co-founder and managing partner of WestExec Advisors. They discuss the importance of securing U.S. elections from foreign interference, the future of our relationship with China and where we can expect the presence of America's military.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Warby Parker co-founders and co-CEOs Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa join CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss revolutionizing the way we shop for glasses, while building a billion-dollar company. They share how they founded the company in 2010 with two other classmates at the Wharton Business School of the University of Pennsylvania and why they all decided to risk their life savings to make it happen. They explain the literary characters that inspired the name Warby Parker, why they donate a pair of glasses for every pair sold, and why they aren't rushing to take the company public.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Christiana Figueres, the former Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, joins CBS News climate and weather contributor Jeff Berardelli to discuss why she remains "stubbornly optimistic" about combating climate change in the next decade. Figueres explains why failure is not an option and offers helpful tips on how people can personally help achieve sustainability.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News political contributors Robby Mook and Terry Sullivan discuss the 2020 presidential race with less than 50 days until the Iowa caucuses. Talking with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, Sullivan, Senator Marco Rubio's former 2016 campaign manager, shares how candidates can stand out in a crowded field and on a crowded debate stage. Mook, Hillary Clinton's campaign manager from 2016, discusses how Democrats can compete against President Donald Trump and the Republican Party's growing campaign war chest.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, this year's Miss Universe, Miss South Africa Zozibini Tunzi, joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller to share what it means to be among the five black women who have earned crowns in the world's top pageants this year. Tunzi discusses her platform of fighting against gender based violence and advocating for natural beauty. She talks about the women she looked up to while growing up in South Africa and why she wants young girls to see diverse standards of beauty. Plus, Tunzi, who was born one year after the end of apartheid, explains her pride in representing a country that historically didn't even recognize black people as humans, and her hope to empower black girls.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, filmmaker Trey Edward Shults joins CBS News contributor Jamie Wax to discuss his new movie, "Waves," and his personal connection to the story of a suburban family navigating love, grief and forgiveness in the wake of a tragedy. He explains how the themes of addiction, parental and societal pressure on teenagers to succeed, and forgiveness of oneself and others are woven into each of the characters to create this complex family drama. Shults also shares the camera techniques used to help the audience understand what the characters are feeling. Plus, Shults explains how as a white man, he was able to script a black family drama with the help of one of the film's stars, Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Norman Lear, the Emmy-Award winning television producer behind shows including "All in the Family," "The Jeffersons," "Maude" and "Good Times," joins his daughter, Kate Lear, and son-in-law, CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook, to share the comedians and celebrities that shaped his humor and career. He shares how Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks came up with their famous "2000 Year Old Man" comedy routine while they all summered together on New York's fire island. Lear also talks about rehearsing with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis above a bakery in New York City. Plus, he praises the unmatched comedic timing of Bea Arthur, who starred in Lear's "Maude," and later in "Golden Girls," and why Nancy Walker was perhaps the funniest person he ever met.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, legendary television writer, director and producer Norman Lear joins his daughter, Kate Lear, and son-in-law, who happens to be CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook, to discuss some of the life philosophies he's formed over the years. Lear, who is 97, shares how laughter has been the most important factor allowing him to age gracefully. He explains how he has managed to find common ground with people he doesn't agree with and the importance of keeping an open mind. Plus, Lear shares why his six children are able to reach him no matter what he may be doing and how we can all benefit from his mantra of "over-next."
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, CBS News’ Elaine Quijano talks with Daniel Franklin, executive editor of The Economist’s “World in 2020” issue, about his staff’s vision for the landmark year and decade ahead. Franklin discusses what we can expect in global politics, economics and artificial intelligence. He explains the uncertainty around Brexit and the U.S. presidential election. Plus, he shares the potential impacts of the world’s aging population and why we will hear a lot of Beethoven in the coming year.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, co-host Tony Dokoupil talks with David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-executive chairman of the Carlyle Group, a private equity company with $222 billion of assets under management. Rubenstein discusses whether he would support a wealth tax on the top 10 percent of Americans to help give the government the resources it needs. As a well-known philanthropist, Rubenstein also explains why he has signed the giving pledge, in which he's promised to give away all of his wealth. He also shares his take on the economy, ways to improve the country and lessons from history.
Only on the "CBS This Morning podcast, hear former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg's extended conversation with co-host Gayle King. He explains why he chose to enter the 2020 presidential campaign so late. Bloomberg also spoke about President Trump, the other Democratic candidates including former Vice President Joe Biden, and his own complicated history on the issue of race and policing. Plus, hear his thoughts on the Democratic debate, what he would look for in his Vice Presidential pick and his health.
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, actor Erich Bergen joins CBS News’ Jamie Wax ahead of Sunday’s series finale of “Madam Secretary” on CBS. He discusses how portraying Blake, the assistant to former Secretary of State and now President Elizabeth McCord (played by Tea Leoni), has been the job of a lifetime and how his character’s monologue coming out as bisexual continues to resonate with fans. Bergen shares how his impression of “Jersey Boys” film director Clint Eastwood landed him his role on the television series. Bergen, who played Bob Gaudio of the Four Seasons in the traveling company of “Jersey Boys” the musical, discusses how he was fired before he got the chance to perform on Broadway but was grateful to reprise the role in the movie adaptation. He says he doesn’t wait for the phone to ring and looks for ways to create his own opportunities in the entertainment business.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Jeff Glor talks with Irish whiskey expert Jack McGarry about the growing demand for the spirit in the United States. McGarry, who co-owns The Dead Rabbit bar in New York City, explains the distillation process for Irish whiskey and what sets it apart from Scotch. He explains how Irish whiskey went from nearly going extinct to becoming one of the most popular spirits in U.S. McGarry discusses how he's able to be an expert in the field even though he doesn't drink alcohol anymore, his recommendations for what you should order at the bar and expanding the The Dead Rabbit beyond New York City. Plus, the growing trend of sustainable drinking and non-alcohol bars.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Paul Simon and philosopher Peter Singer join CBS News' Adriana Diaz to explain how everybody can make a difference through philanthropy and volunteering. Simon and Singer are marking the 10th anniversary of Singer's book, "The Life You Can Save" with free audio and e-books. The two define effective giving and share the causes that they are passionate about. Simon is one of the many notable voices who narrates one of the chapters of the audio book.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, author Simon Sinek discusses his latest book "The Infinite Game" with co-host Gayle King. Sinek details how looking at life as a game with no end can help you succeed in multiple facets such as business, parenting and love. He shares how a worthy rival - Adam Grant - helped him become better.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, best-selling author Gretchen Rubin joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to explain why people should carve out time for themselves. Rubin, who also hosts the award-winning "Happier" podcast, says human connection and strong relationships are the biggest key to happiness, but that it's also important to be comfortable with solitude.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, USA Today business reporter Charisse Jones joins CBS News' Anne Marie Green to share holiday shopping dos and don'ts. Jones explains why you shouldn't open up a store credit card for discounts and explains the best days for deals on certain items.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, historian Kenneth C. Davis, the best selling author of "Don't Know Much About History" joins Reena Ninan to discuss the history of Thanksgiving that often goes untaught in school. Davis shares details on the first Thanksgiving between pilgrims and Native Americans — including what food was served and the violence that happened after the three-day feast — and dispels some common myths. Plus, Davis explains why Thanksgiving Day was a partisan issue in 1939 and how football became such a big part of the day.
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, New York Times food editor Sam Sifton joins CBS News’ Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the elements that make up a perfect Thanksgiving dinner. Sifton, the founding editor of NYT Cooking and author of "Thanksgiving: How to Cook It Well," explains why no Thanksgiving dinner is complete without the turkey and shares the other must-haves to include with your meal. Plus, he shares why you shouldn't feel overwhelmed if you're hosting the holiday and offers tips on etiquette to be mindful of on the holiday.
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Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz's full conversation with CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave. They discuss how he plans to change the narrative about United and put the fun back into flying. Munoz shares how the airline is using artificial intelligence and will soon be unveiling bigger overhead bins for luggage. He also discusses tips for flying this holiday season and how the grounding of the 737-Max this March after two deadly crashes will effect holiday travel.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, 19-year-old filmmaker Phillip Youmans discusses his directorial debut of "Burning Cane" with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller. Now available on Netflix, Youmans' film won the best narrative feature award at this year's Tribeca Film Festival, making him the first African American and youngest winner. Youmans, who made the film while he was still in high school, shares how he heard it was selected to premiere at the prestigious festival. He also discusses how acting in theater got him interested in film making, how he got actor Wendell Pierce to sign up for the film and his next project.
The impeachment inquiry against President Trump is moving to the next phase after defiant testimony from the final public witnesses. A witness warns Republicans about embracing fictions on Ukraine as the impeachment inquiry moves to a new phase. Former Trump White House chief of staff Reince Priebus joins us. Video shows the terrifying moments for passengers onboard a commercial jet after a mid-air engine fire. Benjamin Netanyahu says he'll fight to stay in power, after becoming the first sitting prime minister in Israel’s history to be indicted on criminal charges. Netanyahu faces allegations of fraud, breach of public trust, and bribery. Video just obtained by “48 Hours" shows Patrick Frazee's secret girlfriend helping investigators after the killing of Kelsey Berreth.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, co-host Gayle King talks with journalist Tom Junod about his 1998 "Esquire" magazine profile of Fred Rogers, which is now the inspiration for the new movie "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" starring Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys.
Ambassador Gordon Sondland implicates President Trump and other top administration officials in a “quid pro quo” with Ukraine. And new testimony raises questions about what Ukraine knew, and when. President Trump watched just part of Gordon Sondland's testimony, before claiming that a September 9th phone call with the E.U. ambassador exonerates him. Democrats unite over impeachment, while clashing on who has the right kind of experience for the White House. New surveillance video shown to CBS News reveals the final moments before an 18-month-old girl fell to her death from the deck of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson to reflect on his NFL career and share his thoughts on the league today. He co-wrote the new book "America's Game: The NFL at 100" and he tells Jacobson about his favorite highlights in NFL history. He also explains why he doesn't necessarily agree with kneeling during the National Anthem. Plus, Rice shares why he doesn't play fantasy football, how he gets recognized from "Dancing With The Stars" and watching his son play football.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, UCLA professor Kelly Lytle Hernandez joins CBS News' Anne Marie Green to discuss her reaction to earning a MacArthur Fellowship for her work regarding immigration and mass incarceration in the United States. Lytle Hernandez discusses the history of immigration in the U.S. and how that history is still impacting policy today. She's written books including "Migra! A History of the U.S. Border Patrol" and "City of Inmates: Conquest, Rebellion, and the Rise of Human Caging in Los Angeles, 1771–1965."
Today we will hear testimony from a highly anticipated witness in the impeachment inquiry who could bring the investigation directly to President Trump. Democrats running for president will face off for the fifth time tonight. Two guards accused of not checking on Jeffrey Epstein the day he died in New York have pleaded not guilty to charges of falsifying records and conspiracy. Syracuse University is taking action after a series of racist and anti-Semitic incidents were reported on campus.
Hours before today's public impeachment hearings, there are new revelations from an official who overheard a call to President Trump -- in a restaurant. Two hostages, including an American, were freed overnight in a rare prisoner swap with the Taliban. The men had been held captive for more than three years. The White House is dismissing skepticism surrounding President Trump's health after a recent, and unannounced hospital visit. A Colorado man, Patrick Frazee, will spend the rest of his life behind bars for murdering his fiancé, Kelsey Berreth. This morning, around a hundred pro-democracy protesters are barricaded inside a Hong Kong university, in a tense standoff with police. CBS News has confirmed charges could come as soon as today against two of Jeffrey Epstein's guards at a jail in New York City. There are new signs today of the avalanche of backlash following Prince Andrew's BBC interview about Jeffrey Epstein.
Only on the “CBS This Morning” podcast, Khan Academy founder Sal Khan joins co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss his organization’s mission of providing a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere through the use of videos and software. Khan acknowledges the benefits of America offering free, mass public education but also points to some of the downfalls of the American educational system. He explains why it's important for students to learn at their own pace with a goal of mastering the content, rather than needing to move on to the next lesson while still having gaps in understanding.
There is a stand-off this morning at one of Hong Kong?s universities, where protesters are facing a new ultimatum from police. Four people were killed in an ambush-style shooting overnight at a party in California. It could be a blockbuster week of testimony this week in the impeachment hearings. Prince Andrew is panned for what he said during his BBC interview about Jeffrey Epstein. We speak to the journalist who conducted that controversial interview.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod and CBS News producer Michael Kaplan join national correspondent Errol Barnett to discuss their investigation that uncovered a possible pay-for-play scheme involving the Republican National Committee and President Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador to the Bahamas. They share details of the emails they obtained that show the nominee, San Diego billionaire Doug Manchester, was asked by the RNC to donate half a million dollars as his confirmation in the Senate hung in the balance. Plus, Axelrod and Kaplan how America is unusual when it comes to its use of political appointees for ambassador positions.
A student at a California high school is accused of killing two others, on his sixteenth birthday. Investigators search for a motive and we hear from two sisters who saw it all. Impeachment proceedings resume on Capitol Hill with testimony from the former ambassador to Ukraine, who says the president's lawyer plotted to get rid of her. A death row inmate in Texas whose case gained national attention could learn today whether the U.S. Supreme Court will hear his case. A manhunt is intensifying around Roanoke, Virginia, for an AWOL marine accused of murder. Venice, Italy -- already dealing with catastrophic flooding -- is bracing for a high tide today that could reach nearly twice the normal level.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, the editor-in-chief of the film review website Rotten Tomatoes, Joel Meares, joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss their new book, "Rotten Movies We Love: Cult Classics, Underrated Gems, and Films So Bad They're Good." Meares says the book explores movies that have had "a journey since their release" and our view of them has changed with time, such as the 2009 movie "Jennifer's Body" and the 1991 Steven Spielberg film "Hook." Meares explains why critics' reviews don't always coincide with public opinion and the role of criticism in the industry.
Day one of historic impeachment hearings produced a startling claim that ties President Trump to the effort to pressure Ukraine, to investigate former Vice President Joe Biden and his son. The group of Democrats looking to replace the president is a little bigger this morning as former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick enters the 2020 race. As the impeachment hearings were underway on Capitol Hill, President Trump met with Turkey's president at the White House. This morning, the death of an American teacher in the Dominican Republic is being investigated as murder.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, staff writer for The New Yorker, Andrew Marantz, joins CBS News correspondent Vladimir Duthiers to discuss his new book, "Antisocial: Online Extremists, Techno-Utopians, and the Hijacking of the American Conversation." Marantz shares what went into his reporting on how extreme voices are reshaping the conversations of society. From trolls on social media to the algorithms created by tech companies, Marantz explains how emotion is driving the current informational ecosystem and what can be done to change it.
It's a historic day for the nation, with the first public hearings on the potential impeachment of President Trump. A longtime ally of the president, Steve Bannon, is pushing Republicans to step up and defend him. The arctic blast gripping more than 220 million Americans is forecast to bring more record-breaking low temperatures today. Washington State University is suspending all fraternity and sorority social events, after the death of a student possibly tied to alcohol.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear more of CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan's conversation with Montgomery, Alabama's new mayor - Steven Reed. Mayor Reed becomes the first African American to become mayor of the city that was once the capital of the Confederacy. They discuss how his victory has been a humbling experience, the influence of his father and what he hopes to tackle within his first year as mayor. Once known as the "cradle of the Confederacy," Mayor Reed shares the progress Montgomery has made since the Civil Rights era and the work that still needs to be done.
A brutal arctic blast is slamming the U.S., and is expected to bring dangerously cold conditions to more than half of the country. We have breaking news overnight from Atlanta, where former President Jimmy Carter underwent brain surgery this morning. Israel says it killed a commander in the Palestinian group "Islamic Jihad" in a rare airstrike on a militant leader. A CBS News poll on impeachment, out this morning, shows Americans are still split ahead of tomorrow's first public hearings. The Supreme Court hears arguments today in case that could lead to the deportation of nearly 700,000 young immigrants known as "dreamers."
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, writer Marie Arana tells CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz about why she decided to take on what she calls the "impossible task" of explaining "a hemisphere and its people" in her new book, "Silver, Sword and Stone: Three Crucibles in the Latin American Story." Arana blends historical analysis and in-depth reporting to explain the region by identifying its three dominant influences: exploitation, violence, and religion.
A massive arctic chill is moving over much of the country, bringing bone-chilling cold and snow. Public hearings start in the House impeachment inquiry this week, and Democrats are pushing back against witnesses that Republicans want to testify. Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley says other Trump cabinet members tried to recruit her in an effort to resist the president?s actions. In Hong Kong today, an anti-government protester was shot at point blank range by a police officer. A former substitute teacher is facing charges, after disturbing video shows her beating a student.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear retired basketball star Kobe Bryant's full conversation with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson. Bryant, who is the NBA's third all-time leading scorer, hopes he'll be looked at as a storyteller by younger generations after creating his production Granity Studios in 2016 after 20 seasons in the NBA. He now helps create books, podcasts, TV shows, and films. Bryant discusses parenting his four daughters, winning an Oscar, and how he's adapting to life after basketball.
Millions of Americans are facing record breaking cold temperatures with widespread snow in the forecast. Freeze warnings are up as far south as Mississippi. New York's billionaire former Republican mayor is taking steps to run for president, as a Democrat. Lawyers for the whistleblower who revealed the phone call at the heart of the impeachment inquiry are telling President Trump to back off. Newly-released voice messages reveal the heart-wrenching moments after this week's massacre of nine Americans in Mexico. The search for a missing five-year-old girl is intensifying, after her mother stopped cooperating with police. The Secret Service says American schools still are not doing enough to identify at-risk students, to keep others safe from shootings.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Emmy-award winning filmmaker Lauren Greenfield discusses her new Showtime documentary, "The Kingmaker" with "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson. The documentary tell the story of how Imelda Marcos, the former first lady of the Philippines, and her family relied on money and power to re-write the family and nation's history. Greenfield shares how she got intimate access to the Marcos family - and how their story provides a cautionary tale on the fragility of democracy and puts in perspective the return of authoritarian regimes and the rise of nationalism around the world. She also explains how Imelda Marcos was involved in her husband Ferdinand's two-decade rule that abolished democratic institutions and ushered in martial law and how she is using her influence to help her family gain political power once more.
We have new information about the White House strategy to defend President Trump from the House impeachment inquiry. An arctic blast is set to hit the central part of the U.S., starting today. Family members of the nine Americans killed in an ambush in Mexico are disputing local authorities' theory on what happened. For the first time, federal authorities are accusing Saudi Arabia of spying on the U.S. This morning, Turkey's president is accusing the U.S. of not living up to its commitment to move Kurdish forces out of northern Syria, as President Trump promised. An arrest has been made in connection with a New Hampshire couple found dead in Texas.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, GQ magazine editor-in-chief Will Welch joins co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss how he has worked to hone and refine the publication's point of view during his first year on the job. He explains why the magazine decided to re-examine the definition of masculinity for November's "New Masculinity" issue and shares the reaction he has gotten from readers. Plus, Welch says the print magazine isn't going anywhere and shares the ways digital platforms are helping them expand their reach to new audiences.
Democrats are claiming big victories in yesterday's elections. Mexican authorities say they detained a heavily-armed person close to the site of the ambush killings of nine Americans in northern Mexico. One of President Trump's most supportive witnesses in the impeachment inquiry has changed his testimony to confirm a quid pro quo with Ukraine. A Florida sheriff's deputy is out of jail on bond this morning after a shocking video showed him slamming a teenage girl to the ground.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, venture capitalist Ben Horowitz joins co-host Gayle King to discuss his new book, "What You do Is Who You Are: How to Create Your Business Culture." Horowitz discusses three models of leadership and culture-building: Genghis Khan, Toussaint Louverture and Shaka Senghor, who was convicted of murder and ran a prison gang. Horowitz says when it comes to setting a culture for a business, trust is key and actions really do matter. An early investor in Airbnb, Instagram, and Pinterest, he says no one gets it one hundred percent correct all the time, and the first rule of leadership is not everyone will like you.
Breaking news from Mexico, where at least nine Americans, including six children, were killed in an ambush. The first full transcripts released in the House impeachment inquiry show the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine felt intimidated, when she heard what President Trump said about her to Ukraine's president. A man accused of plotting to bomb one of the oldest synagogues in Colorado is in federal custody this morning. We're learning dramatic new details about how two murder suspects escaped from a California jail. The U.S. is formally telling the United Nations that it's started the process of pulling out of the Paris Climate Agreement. Meanwhile, India, which remains in the agreement, is dealing with the worst pollution crisis in its capital in three years.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, best-selling author André Aciman of the novel "Call Me By Your Name" joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the highly-anticipated sequel, "Find Me." This installment of the story picks up 10 years after the original story ends. Aciman shares the real-life interaction he had that inspired him to start writing this book and explains why it's not the sequel that many readers will be expecting. Plus, he shares why film adaptations shouldn't be as explicit as the source material and why he trusted the 'Call Me By Your Name' filmmakers with his story.
The State Department has blocked a top U.S. diplomat from speaking to the House today as part of the impeachment inquiry. The president faces rare backlash from his own party for his decision to withdraw U.S. troops from northern Syria. NBA commissioner Adam Silver this morning defended a team executive's comments supporting Hong Kong protesters. The whereabouts of the wife of a U.S. diplomat, suspected of killing a British teenager in a car crash, remains a mystery this morning. Doctors in Pennsylvania are racing to solve a deadly medical mystery.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller talks with boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya about his role as the American Cancer Society's newest ambassador for the "Real Men Wear Pink" campaign. He opens up about losing his mother to breast cancer as a teenager and what her cancer battle taught him about strength and perseverance throughout his career. De La Hoya also stresses the importance of early detection and prevention, which could have helped his mother.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, co-host Tony Dokoupil talks with CBS News contributor Dr. David Agus, an oncologist at the University of Southern California, about the recent spate of lung illness that experts are linking to e-cigarette use. Dr. Agus warns it is difficult to prove causation at this stage, but he explains how the carrier molecule used while vaping could lead to lung problems from blocked oxygen transport. They discuss how the quest to create a "safer cigarette" has produced a new kind of public health crisis and talk about the increased health risks stemming from teen vaping.
A dramatic new development could threaten one of President Trump's defenses in the House impeachment inquiry. In a major policy shift this morning, U.S. troops in northern Syria are pulling back to make way for Turkey's planned invasion. A manhunt is intensifying in Kansas for one of two suspects in a deadly shooting at a crowded bar. A key witness in the murder trial of a former Dallas police officer is now dead, and police are trying to find out who killed him. This morning we remember Rip Taylor, who spent decades doing almost anything for a laugh.
Newly released text messages show how much pressure the Trump administration put on Ukraine to investigate Vice President Joe Biden's son. President Trump has also publicly urged China to join Ukraine in the investigation further adding onto the Democrats impeachment push. In Hong Kong the government invoked emergency powers overnight, under a tough and rarely used law from colonial days. A massive legal settlement will compensate victims in the Las Vegas massacre as well as their families. Seven people have now been identified as deceased after the World War II-era bomber crashed in Connecticut this past Wednesday. Actor Robert De Niro is continuing to battle his former assistant in court after she accused him of sexual and verbal harassment. Another parent involved in the college admissions scandal will be sentenced today.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett talks with CBS News' Kate Smith about her coverage of the wave of anti-abortion legislation introduced across the country this year. Smith also shares what's behind the rising rates of violence against abortion providers and the declining abortion rate in the United States. This week, she broke the story of a new mega-Planned Parenthood facility opening in a part of the country with restricted access to abortion. Smith shares what she?s heard from women across the country about the various challenges to the precedent set by the 1973 Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade that legalized the procedure.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear co-host Anthony Mason's full conversation with Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin and songwriter Tim Rice-Oxley. Hits like "Somewhere Only We Know" helped the group become one of Britain's biggest bands in the early 2000s. Chaplin and Rice-Oxley discuss their journey ? from their first big break, to spiraling through their own personal crises amid Keane's breakup in 2013, to their emotional reunion.
At least 22 soldiers are injured after a military exercise went way off course at a major training site. The murder trial stemming from a controversial police shooting in Dallas ended in a dramatic gesture of forgiveness. Investigators are working to find out why a World War II era plane crashed at Connecticut's largest airport, killing at least seven people. For the first time today, a diplomat directly in U.S. talks with Ukraine is answering questions in the impeachment inquiry. The president's anger was on full display yesterday, as he tweeted a vulgar description of the impeachment inquiry and made a series of insults and false statements to reporters. Senator Bernie Sanders says he's "feeling good" after an emergency heart procedure, but his race for the Democratic presidential nomination is on hold.
The white former Dallas police officer convicted of murdering her black neighbor in his own home could spend the rest of her life in prison. In the impeachment inquiry, House Democrats are trading angry charges with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. A new book is shedding light on President Trump's battle to push ahead with one of his signature policies, securing the U.S.-Mexico border. This morning, the State Department is calling on North Korea to, "refrain from provocations." North Korea fired another ballistic missile yesterday, hours after agreeing to resume stalled nuclear talks with the U.S. A fall heat wave is affecting millions of Americans from the deep South to the Northeast. There's a new twist in the case of a Connecticut man charged with killing a worker at a Caribbean resort.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, wrestler Mack Beggs opens up to CBS News' Reena Ninan about his journey competing as a transgender athlete in high school and college. Beggs, the subject of a new ESPN "30 For 30"documentary, shares how he approached transiting growing up in a small Texas town. The winner of two-state champions, Beggs explains why he feels like he did not deserve them.
New information about President Trump's phone calls with foreign leaders is putting the spotlight on three of Mr. Trump's closest associates. One of the members of the president's legal team, Rudy Giuliani, is being subpoenaed by three House committees. We're following breaking news in Hong Kong, where police say a protestor was shot by an officer during violent demonstrations coinciding with China's anniversary celebrations. A verdict could come today in the Amber Guyger murder trial, as the jury resumes deliberations this morning. California is making history by becoming the first state to allow college athletes to make money off deals like professional sports stars.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, identical twin sisters Antoinette Clarke and Tricia Clarke-Stone join CTM's Vladimir Duthiers to discuss how they are working to democratize success by equipping women of color with the tools to level up professionally. In their new book "Double Down: Bet on Yourself and Succeed on Your Terms," Clarke and Clarke-Stone provide tips for becoming "boss ladies" by ditching the status quo and identifying your own "super powers" that will help you succeed. Plus, they share what they learned as first generation Americans raised by a strong community of women.
President Trump and his Republican allies are fighting the Democrats' push toward impeachment by targeting the whistleblower in his case. The whistleblower's attorney also says he fears for his client's safety because of some of the reaction to the report. On "60 Minutes" last night, Saudi Arabia's de facto leader gave his first American television interview since the murder of Washington Post contributor at a Saudi consulate in Turkey. A powerful early fall storm is dumping record amounts of snow in parts of Montana. We have breaking news out of North Carolina overnight, where law enforcement captured three out of four escaped inmates from Ohio.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, Tinder CEO Elie Seidman tells co-host Tony Dokoupil how the dating app changed the way we approach love. Now, each Sunday in October, Tinder invites its users to participate in a choose-your-own-adventure style game to unlock matches, which Seidman says is a way to give strangers a common experience to bond over. He also discusses the benefits of dating in the digital age and shares how the app continues to evolve to better reflect the lives of its users.
President Trump hits back after lawmakers grill the nation's top intelligence official in an unprecedented hearing. The whistleblower report alleges there's evidence of a White House cover-up over the president's conduct. Shortly before House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced a formal impeachment inquiry this week, Hillary Clinton told "CBS Sunday Morning" the president's actions need to be investigated. A soldier is dead and three others are injured after an army helicopter crashed in Louisiana. A big jump in cases of lung illnesses tied to vaping adds new urgency to the nationwide public health crisis. The head of Uber is responding to a scathing report about the ride-hailing company's passenger safety protocols. Passengers on a cross-country Alaska Airlines flight are safe, after a bizarre incident captured on video forced an emergency landing.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, psychologist and CBS News contributor Lisa Damour talks with the authors of "Wildhood: The Epic Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood in Humans and Other Animals." Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers explain how studying wild animals can help us better understand the growing pains of teenagers. They make connections between behaviors seen in the animal kingdom and how they relate to anxiety disorders, sexual coercion and self-reliance in humans.
A whistleblower report that led House Democrats to launch an impeachment inquiry is the focus of a hearing on Capitol Hill this morning. The president told reporters he'd consider releasing records of all contacts between his administration and Ukraine, to prove he's done nothing wrong. We're learning of new deaths in the nationwide public health crisis tied to vaping. There are new twists in the murder trial of a former police officer in Dallas.
The White House has just released a summary of President Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukraine's president. In that call, the president asked for an investigation of Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden and his son Hunter, who used to be a director of a Ukrainian oil company. A whistleblower report, related to that phone call, led House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to open a formal impeachment inquiry. A Justice Department statement this morning mentions the intelligence community's inspector general who investigated the whistleblower complaint. It says in part, "The inspector general's letter cited a conversation between the president and Ukrainian President Zelensky as a potential violation of federal campaign finance law."
South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg sat down with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe on Monday in Iowa, where he launched a new bus tour across the state, to discuss his "Medicare for all who want it" plan. The Democratic presidential hopeful also discussed the importance of winning Iowa, foreign policy, community policing and his efforts to win over black and Latino voters. Buttigieg comments on his marriage to husband, Chasten, and whether the country is ready for a gay president.
Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, hear co-host Gayle King's extended conversation with Chanel Miller, who until now was known by millions as Emily Doe -- the name given to her by the legal system. In 2015, Brock Turner sexually assaulted her outside of a fraternity party, while she was unconscious and intoxicated. This month, Chanel revealed her true identity to the world with the release of her memoir, "Know My Name."
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