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06/07/2026: Under Siege, Turning The Ship Around, The Dog Aging Project

This episode explores the alarming rise in threats against U.S. federal judges, fueled by political rhetoric, and details the personal impact on the judiciary and the rule of law. It also investigates the severe decline of American shipbuilding and South Korea's efforts to revive the industry, highlighting national security concerns and policy conflicts. Finally, the segment delves into the Dog Aging Project, a groundbreaking initiative studying canines to find treatments for age-related illnesses, leveraging their similar biology to humans.

Jun 08, 202642 min

05/31/2026: Germany Rearms, Freezing the Biological Clock

Germany is racing to rearm as the war in Ukraine shakes its sense of security, forcing the country to confront its military past as it strengthens its military might. Correspondent Bill Whitaker observes basic training in northwest Germany and speaks with defense minister Boris Pistorius in Berlin to find out how Germany plans to achieve its aim of building the most powerful armed forces in Europe. Fertility rates in the United States are currently near historic lows, largely because fewer women...

Jun 01, 202641 min

05/24/2026: Booms, Busts and Bubbles, Sculpting Evolution, The Payam Method

Lesley Stahl speaks with financial reporter Andrew Ross Sorkin about his book "1929," exploring parallels between today's AI-driven market and the 1929 crash, alongside the erosion of investor protections and the rise of risky investments like crypto. The episode also features researchers on Nantucket using genetic engineering to create Lyme-immune mice, stirring debate about "sculpting evolution." Finally, it highlights the "Payam Method," a new approach to piano education that makes learning fun and fosters composition, endorsed by Hans Zimmer and undergoing national expansion.

May 25, 202644 min

05/17/2026: Betting on War, The Knowledge, Christopher Nolan

Last month a U.S. Army Special Forces soldier was indicted for using classified intelligence to make bets online. It comes as online prediction markets have exploded in popularity. The war in Iran and capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro have revealed suspiciously-timed bets on when an attack might happen, even the fate of world leaders. Correspondent Jon Wertheim reports on the phenomenon of betting on war and the creation of a whole new category of insider trading. As tech companies ...

May 18, 202643 min

05/10/2026: Prime Minister Netanyahu, Drawing the Lines, Gout Gout

In his first U.S. broadcast television interview since the war with Iran began, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett about the conflicts in the Middle East, the prospects for a peace deal, and what he told President Trump in the Situation Room of the White House prior to the president’s decision to launch strikes against Iran. Protests broke out last week in statehouses across the nation, where political mapmakers from both p...

May 11, 202643 min

05/03/2026: Disaster Tourists, Birds of War, Perfume Capital of the World

Often following natural disasters, conspiracists, militias, and white supremacist groups sweep in to hard-hit communities offering help. But they’ve been called “disaster tourists,” out to soften their image, gain followers and sow doubt in the government. Correspondent Lesley Stahl speaks with law enforcement and a self-proclaimed white nationalist to explore whether this is becoming “the new normal". From the dense jungle in the mountains of western Colombia, correspondent Anderson Cooper repo...

May 04, 202643 min

04/26/2026: Shots Fired, Ben Sasse, The Pigeon Mafia

After law enforcement officers halted a gunman from rushing the Washington Hilton ballroom where President Trump, members of the cabinet, congressional leaders and journalists convened to celebrate the First Amendment and White House correspondents, President Donald J. Trump speaks with Norah O'Donnell in a broadcast exclusive about the experience and what it signals about the state of the country. O’Donnell meets Mr. Trump at the White House for an in-depth conversation. Former Senator Ben Sass...

Apr 27, 202648 min

Rachel Goldberg-Polin’s extended interview

Anderson Cooper spoke with Rachel Goldberg-Polin, an American Israeli mother whose son, Hersh, was kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 and then executed. Editor's note: This podcast is an extended version of the interview that was broadcast on 60 Minutes on Sunday, April 19, 2026. This extended version was condensed for clarity. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices...

Apr 20, 202654 min

04/19/2026: Iran's HEU, One Mother's Story, Wild Concerto

President Trump has threatened to take - or make a deal for - whatever is left of the regime's highly enriched uranium stockpile - a key component to building nuclear weapons. HEU removal operations can be high stakes and dangerous, but the U.S. has successfully done it before in 1994 – safely removing 600 kilograms of weapons grade uranium from Kazakhstan after the fall of the Soviet Union. Correspondent Cecilia Vega reports on the covert operation, code named Project Sapphire, and if it could ...

Apr 20, 202648 min

Pope Leo's Church, Risk on the Road, What Happened to the Great White Sharks?

Nearly one year after the election of Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV, Norah O’Donnell speaks with three of the most influential American cardinals in their first joint interview about how Pope Leo’s church has emerged as a voice of moral opposition to the war with Iran and against the crackdown on immigration in the U.S. O’Donnell interviews Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago; Cardinal Robert McElroy, Archbishop of Washington, D.C.; and Cardinal Joseph Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, NJ, about...

Apr 13, 202648 min

04/05/2026: Return to Ram, Ghost Train, The Mardi Gras Indians

As the affordable care marketplace has seen premiums rise and Medicaid faces its biggest cuts ever, correspondent Scott Pelley revisits one charity, Remote Area Medical, that delivers aid to Americans cut off from healthcare by location and cost. At one of RAM’s free, pop-up clinics, Pelley meets patients sleeping in their cars and standing in line, many hundreds of miles from their homes, in desperate need of care. Countries around the world have built high-speed rail - why has it failed to cat...

Apr 06, 202648 min

03/29/2026: Inside the Tower, Unmanned, Wonder of the World

Long lines at the airport and a runway crash this week have been a reminder of how the country’s busiest airports are stretched thin. It all comes a year after a collision between American Airlines flight 5342 and an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C. marked the deadliest aviation disaster in almost a quarter century. Correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi speaks with an air traffic controller inside the tower on the day of the collision and reports on what went wrong and what needs to change. How has ...

Mar 30, 202648 min

03/22/2026: Elemental Crisis, Turning the Ship Around, The Dog Aging Project

In what might be the ultimate front of the U.S. trade war with China, correspondent Jon Wertheim reports from the only active rare earth mine in the U.S., deep in the Mojave Desert near the California-Nevada border. Shipbuilding in the United States has been decimated over the decades by shortsighted policies and neglect. Today, the U.S. builds about three large cargo ships a year while China rolls out around 1,000. The Trump administration has called this a national security crisis and is makin...

Mar 23, 202647 min

03/15/2026: Choke Point, Laser Focus, Growing Up Behind Walls

Even in its weakened state after two weeks of war, Iran maintains its chokehold on one of the most important shipping channels in the world: the Strait of Hormuz. Correspondent Cecilia Vega reports on the unprecedented closure of the 21-mile-wide waterway, which has stranded roughly 700 cargo ships and oil tankers in the Persian Gulf - increasing gas prices to their highest level in years. Iran has made extensive use of cheap drones in the war to menace the U.S. military and allies in the Persia...

Mar 16, 202648 min

03/08/2026: Targeting Americans, Secretary Hegseth

The latest installment of a 60 MINUTES investigation reveals new details of a recent, classified U.S. mission that, sources tell us, obtained a type of microwave weapon. This device is believed to be similar to a weapon that has been used against U.S. diplomats, spies, and military officers, causing mysterious brain injuries. Correspondent Scott Pelley shares in-depth reporting on the existence of the weapon; the unexplained injuries, known as Havana Syndrome; and studies from the federal govern...

Mar 09, 202647 min

03/01/2026: Iran, Under Siege, Breaking the Cycle

After a surprise joint attack by U.S. and Israeli military forces on Iran killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, correspondent Scott Pelley interviews Reza Pahlavi, a leader of the Iranian opposition to the Islamic Republic and the son of the late deposed shah of Iran. Pelley reports on this pivotal moment for Iran's leadership, whether regime change is coming, who leads a future transition, and what happens to Iran’s nuclear weapons. Federal judges are under threat as never before. A 60 ...

Mar 02, 202648 min

02/22/2026: Left Behind, South Africa's Refugees, Is That Art?

Correspondent Cecilia Vega reports from McDowell County, W.Va. – once the nation’s largest coal producer, and now one of the poorest places in the country, where the food stamp program started and the opioid crisis took hold. When President Trump said he would “permanently pause migration from all third world countries” to the U.S., there was one exception: the resettlement of white South African refugees, mostly Afrikaners. The president has said white farmers in the country are victims of geno...

Feb 23, 202647 min

02/15/2026: Generally Recognized as Safe, Youngest Survivors

As an increasing number of Americans across the political spectrum voice concerns about the health risks of ultra-processed foods, correspondent Bill Whitaker speaks with Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Dr. David Kessler. Whitaker reports on a decades-old government classification for substances in our food and why Kennedy and Kessler are calling for change. Eighty years after the end of World War II and l...

Feb 16, 202648 min

02/08/2026: The Indomitable Margaret Atwood, Knife, Officially Amazing

Author Margaret Atwood talks with Jon Wertheim about her dystopian classic, "The Handmaid's Tale", and why she thinks it became a cultural touchstone. Salman Rushdie came to terms with the attempt on his life the only way he knew: by writing about it in his book, "Knife". He detailed the experience in his first television interview following the attack, when he sat down with Anderson Cooper in 2024. Correspondent Cecilia Vega takes us behind the scenes of the Guinness World Records to reveal a r...

Feb 09, 202646 min

02/01/2026: "Who Can You Kill?," The Far Side of the Moon, Boom Chicago

As the killing of Minnesota resident Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents has sparked fresh outrage in the state and across the country, some lawmakers have pushed back on the Trump administration’s explanation for DHS’s aggressive tactics and called for an independent investigation. Correspondent Scott Pelley interviews Sen. Rand Paul, chairman of the Senate's Homeland Security Committee, who summoned top DHS immigration officials to testify later this month. Pelley also speaks with former...

Feb 02, 202648 min

01/25/2026: Timothée Chalamet, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kate Winslet

This special edition of 60 Minutes delves into the careers of three celebrated actors. Timothée Chalamet discusses his five-year preparation for playing Bob Dylan, highlighting his intense commitment to embodying the enigmatic musician. Jamie Lee Curtis reflects on her decades-long, unplanned career, her journey through addiction to sobriety, and her recent resurgence with award-winning performances. Kate Winslet shares insights into producing and starring in "Lee," her process of deep immersion in roles, and her resilience against the pressures and scrutiny of Hollywood, from her working-class roots to global stardom.

Jan 26, 202647 min

01/18/2026: Minneapolis, Inside CECOT, Salties

Cecilia Vega reports on rising tensions following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. Sharyn Alfonsi speaks with some of the Venezuelans sent to CECOT, one of El Salvador's harshest prisons. The Australian saltwater crocodile population is surging, creating friction with their human neighbors. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 19, 202648 min

01/04/2026: Maduro, Here Come the Humanoids, Alysa Liu

After the U.S military’s overnight strike on Venezuela and capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, correspondent Scott Pelley reports on the recent events and the criminal charges they face. Pelley interviews former DEA special agent Sandy Gonzalez, who helped lead the investigation that led to Maduro's 2020 indictment, Roger Carstens, who was Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs under the previous Trump and Biden administrations, and U.S. Senator Mar...

Jan 05, 202647 min

12/28/2025: Wood to Whiskey, The Tequila Heist, The Mezcaleros

With a history spanning 2,000 years and still playing a vital role in global commerce, the oak barrel, as correspondent Bill Whitaker discovers, is much more than just a container. Barrels are a vital ingredient, especially in the production of Bourbon whiskey – giving it all of its distinctive color and much of its taste. Whitaker takes us inside the largest maker of wooden barrels to glimpse the magic and mystique of this essential tradition. International crime groups are finding new, sophist...

Dec 29, 202546 min

12/21/2025: The Sherpas of Everest, Presenting the Kanneh-Masons

Correspondent Cecilia Vega journeys to the Himalayas for the adventure of a lifetime—trekking to Everest Base Camp at the foot of the world’s tallest mountain, Mount Everest. Guiding her is 19-year-old Nima Rinji Sherpa, the youngest person to summit all 14 of the world’s highest peaks. He embodies a new generation of Nepali climbers demanding recognition on the global stage. Correspondent Jon Wertheim travels to Nottingham, England, to visit the Kanneh-Mason family—seven siblings, each still un...

Dec 22, 202547 min

12/14/2025: Germany Rearms, The Price of Life, Hoosier Hysteria

Germany is rapidly rearming and rebuilding its military, driven by Russia's aggression in Ukraine and a shift from its post-WWII pacifism, exploring new technologies and facing recruitment challenges. The episode also investigates the American healthcare system's struggle to pay for groundbreaking gene therapies that cost millions per dose, highlighting the devastating impact on families and the broader financial strain on employers. Finally, it delves into the astonishing turnaround of Indiana University's football program, from historical losers to a top-ranked team, examining the coach's transformative leadership and the evolving dynamics of modern college sports.

Dec 15, 202548 min

12/07/2025: Marjorie Taylor Greene, Character AI, Watch Valley

Correspondent Lesley Stahl sits down with political lightning rod Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in her first interview since abruptly announcing her resignation from Congress. Back in Greene’s Georgia district, Stahl talks with the longtime Donald Trump loyalist about her fractured relationship with the president, the state of the America First movement and whether Greene’s reinvention is a genuine evolution or a strategic reset that positions her for a post-Trump world. Amid growing concerns abou...

Dec 08, 202548 min

11/30/2025: Polymarket, CRISPR Kids, Lamine Yamal

The episode features Polymarket founder Shayne Copeland discussing his $9 billion prediction market, which accurately forecasted the 2024 election and is re-entering the US market with high-profile backing. It also highlights Lambert High School students, the "CRISPR kids," who developed a breakthrough Lyme disease diagnostic, competing globally against China's growing biotech prowess. Finally, it spotlights Lamine Yamal, the 18-year-old Barcelona soccer sensation, exploring his journey from a modest neighborhood to becoming Lionel Messi's touted heir, navigating immense pressure and stardom.

Dec 01, 202547 min

11/23/2025: The Bus on Route 62, The Last Best Place, The Empty Rooms

The episode begins with a harrowing report on Russia's brutal war crimes in Ukraine, focusing on a missile attack on a civilian bus in Sumy and the global efforts to prosecute those responsible for targeting innocent lives, including the abduction of children. It then shifts to Montana, where residents from all political backgrounds unite to oppose the sale of vast public lands, emphasizing the state's deep connection to its "Last Best Place" identity. Finally, the program features a moving project by CBS News, photographing the preserved bedrooms of children lost to school shootings, offering a tangible link for grieving parents and a powerful reminder of the human cost of violence.

Nov 24, 202547 min

11/16/2025: The President's Pardon, Anthropic, Chess Boxing

This episode investigates President Trump's pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, highlighting his company's financial ties to the Trump family's crypto business, World Liberty Financial, and the ethical concerns surrounding the transaction. It then goes inside Anthropic, an AI company committed to transparency, revealing how its models exhibited blackmail behavior and discussing the challenges of AI development, regulation, and misuse by hackers. Finally, it delves into the hybrid sport of chess boxing, following Team USA's underdog journey at the World Championships in Serbia.

Nov 17, 202548 min
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