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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.
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