Book excerpt: "Reporter: A Memoir" by Seymour Hersh
In this excerpt the Pulitzer-winning investigative journalist describes the instincts and tenacity that came into play in uncovering the greatest political scandal of the 20th century
Books
Book excerpt: "What the Eyes Don't See," on the Flint water scandal
Writing on the public health crisis affecting Michigan residents, pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha says that resilience "isn't a trait that you have or don't have. It's learned"
Bill Clinton and James Patterson co-author a political beach read
The former president and the world's bestselling author collaborate on a thriller about a super POTUS combating both a cyber attack and impeachment, "The President Is Missing"
James Clapper on North Korea, Trump, and Russia's attack on U.S. elections
The former Director of National Intelligence and author of "Facts and Fears" talks about defending the intelligence community from the President of the United States
Book excerpt: The power of "2001: A Space Odyssey"
In "Space Odyssey: Stanley Kubrick, Arthur C. Clarke and the Making of a Masterpiece," author and fan Michael Benson writes about his lifelong fascination with Kubrick's masterwork
Book excerpt: "Facts and Fears" by James Clapper
In his new book the former Director of National Intelligence writes of his family's history in military intelligence
"The Restless Wave": Parting words from John McCain
Co-writer Mark Salter talks about the themes of the latest memoir by the 81-year-old Arizona senator, who has been diagnosed with brain cancer
From 2006: Writer Tom Wolfe on journalism and voyeurism
An acclaimed practitioner of "new journalism" and author of such bestsellers as "The Right Stuff" and "The Bonfire of the Vanities," writer Tom Wolfe died on Monday, May 14, 2018. In this interview with CBS News' Harry Smith originally broadcast on "Sunday Morning" January 15, 2006, Wolfe talks about his journey from newspaper reporter to novelist; the difference between journalism and voyeurism; and his iconic white suits (which he admits he began wearing "by accident").
Excerpt: Sean Penn's "Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff"
The Oscar-winning actor's first novel is a dark comedy about a part-time assassin
Jimmy Carter on his journey of "Faith"
The former president talks with Jane Pauley about his recent health crisis, and his continued teachings of faith
Sean Penn: The actor turns a page
The two-time Oscar-winner, who says he no longer enjoys acting, debuts his first novel, the dark comedy "Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff"
Excerpt: Jimmy Carter's "Faith: A Journey for All"
In his latest book the former president writes about the importance of faith to help man meet today's challenges and evolve a future of peaceful coexistence
For Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, business is personal
The head of the corporate giant says changing the company's culture was essential to meeting customers' needs, spurring innovation, and protecting its immigrant workers
Infidelity: Why the oldest taboo continues to be broken
93% of Americans think that infidelity is morally wrong - so why do so many men and women cheat on their partners?
The healing, and persistent, power of kindness
Acts of compassion and empathy produce more than just good will; they also produce a hormone that has a healthful effect on the heart's arteries
More From Sunday Morning
Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court today: "A little bit too personal and confrontational"
The former justice who was the deciding vote on some of the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions talks about the Court today, and about his memoir, "Life, Law & Liberty."
Jeremy Allen White on playing The Boss in "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere"
The star of "The Bear" talks about how he approached playing legendary rocker Bruce Springsteen in a new film, and what he found in common with him.
"A House of Dynamite": Battling a nuclear nightmare
The latest white-knuckle thriller by director Kathryn Bigelow imagines the responses within the government and the military when a single ICBM is launched toward the United States.
Donnie Wahlberg on "Boston Blue" and the return of Danny Reagan
After 14 years playing NYPD detective Danny Reagan on "Blue Bloods," Donnie Wahlberg now stars in the spinoff series "Boston Blue," patrolling the streets of his own hometown.
Celebrating America's spirit of innovation
David Pogue looks at our nation's tradition of pioneering inventors, from Thomas Edison's R&D facility in Menlo Park, N.J., to today's entrepreneurs pitching their ideas to "Shark Tank."
Book excerpt: "Life, Law & Liberty" by Justice Anthony Kennedy
In his new memoir, the former justice writes about his life's journey to becoming a lawyer, a judge, and the deciding vote on some of the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Oct. 12)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Daniel Day-Lewis and Ronan Day-Lewis: Father-and-son filmmakers on making "Anemone"
The three-time Oscar-winning actor has been absent from movie screens for eight years, until a collaboration with his son, Ronan, brought him back for "Anemone," the story of a man living in self-exile.
Miley Cyrus on achieving "Something Beautiful"
The "Hannah Montana" actress-turned-Grammy-winning pop star talks about her album "Something Beautiful," sobriety, and reconnecting with her dad through music.
AI in the military: Testing a new kind of air force
Preparing for the threats of tomorrow, the U.S. Air Force is testing drones piloted by artificial intelligence alongside aircraft flown by humans – and is teaching AI how to fight, a potential revolution in warfare.