MTV turns 40 years old Serena Altschul discusses the birth in 1981 of the cable channel devoted to music videos, that became a broadcast pioneer of pop culture, news and reality TV. This is no longer your grandmother's MTV! Aug 1, 2021
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (August 1) Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles. Aug 1, 2021
Sebastian Junger on the defense of freedom, in the land of the free The bestselling author and journalist discusses attacks on American democracy, and the fight to protect a free country from enemies both foreign and domestic. Jul 4, 2021
Bobby Flay on the next generation of cooking heroes The cookbook author and Food Network star says inspiration for home cooks is now coming not just from TV chefs, but from TikTok. Jun 20, 2021
Jim Gaffigan: Are we naïve to believe it's over? The comedian refuses to say WHAT it is he hopes is "over" (so as not to jinx anything), but he's optimistic that the thing is over. Jun 20, 2021
Commentary: Killed in the line of duty Emilio J. Miyares, national president of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS), remembers the families and friends of law enforcement officers who are killed for doing their job. Jun 6, 2021
Commentary: Without accountability, deaths at the hands of police will continue Mona Hardin, whose son, Ronald Greene, died after being beaten by Louisiana law enforcement, says change will not come until justice is served against police violence. Jun 6, 2021
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (June 6) Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles. Jun 6, 2021
Memories of the 1921 Tulsa Massacre 100 years ago, a White mob in Tulsa, Okla., killed 300 Black people and reduced a thriving Black community to ashes. New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow talks about one of the most notorious massacres in U.S. history and those who witnessed it. May 30, 2021
David Sedaris looks into his crystal ball The humorist ponders other people's questionable fascination with astrology, ghosts and clairvoyants (and don't get him started on mistletoe enemas). May 9, 2021
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (May 9) Recommendations of new fiction, non-fiction and audio titles. May 9, 2021
Jim Gaffigan, father of five, picks his favorite The comedian reveals a secret no father should ever admit: parents DO have favorites. But his is a surprise. May 2, 2021
Charles M. Blow on Derek Chauvin trial: "This time … history would not be repeated" The New York Times columnist compares the 1955 acquittal of Whites accused of lynching Black teenager Emmett Till, with the conviction of a former Minneapolis policeman for murdering George Floyd. Apr 25, 2021
NIH director: The COVID vaccine is "an answer to prayer" Dr. Francis Collins, a scientist and evangelical Christian, says we are at a "love your neighbor" moment, when Americans can get vaccinated to help protect others from severe illness and death. Apr 4, 2021
Jim Gaffigan: Take a hike! The comedian (who would not be mistaken for an outdoorsman) doesn't understand why hiking is considered exercise. Mar 28, 2021
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 17) A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley. 22H ago
To tip or not to tip: That is David Sedaris' question The humorist has some thoughts about gratuities, especially when they're pre-programmed onto a screen. Aug 10
The JFK Files More than six decades after the Kennedy assassination, the existence of unreleased documents from the investigation has continued to fuel questions - and conspiracy theories - in search for a "smoking gun." What did the recent release of thousands of documents reveal? Aug 10
At 75, "Sunset Boulevard" is ready again for its closeup Billy Wilder's caustic tale of Hollywood, obsession and murder, in which a fading star of silent pictures tries to recreate her fame, is back in its full dark glory. Aug 10
Steve Wozniak on fighting internet scams The computer inventor and co-founder of Apple is sounding the alarm about one of the great threats of this new Information Age: internet fraud. He talks about how he is fighting for the victims of online scams involving AI, cryptocurrency and faked messages. Aug 10
The crypto craze sweeping Washington and Wall Street While many Americans are still baffled by cryptocurrency, enthusiasm for these digital assets is growing - despite the potential risks of integrating digital currencies with the mainstream economy - in part due to support coming from the White House. Aug 10
Book excerpt: "Incomparable Grace: JFK in the Presidency" by Mark K. Updegrove The presidential historian's book traces John F. Kennedy's years in the White House, including his final days leading up to a political fundraising trip in Texas. Aug 10
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 10) A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley. Aug 10
How the FIRE movement is inspiring early retirees Nik and Adinah Johnson, who retired in their forties, are part of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), a movement that looks at work as a means to an end, and where frugality buys freedom from the rat race. Aug 3
"Sunday Morning" Retirement Guide Resources to help with planning a financially healthy retirement. Aug 2
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MTV turns 40 years old
Serena Altschul discusses the birth in 1981 of the cable channel devoted to music videos, that became a broadcast pioneer of pop culture, news and reality TV. This is no longer your grandmother's MTV!
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (August 1)
Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles.
Sebastian Junger on the defense of freedom, in the land of the free
The bestselling author and journalist discusses attacks on American democracy, and the fight to protect a free country from enemies both foreign and domestic.
Bobby Flay on the next generation of cooking heroes
The cookbook author and Food Network star says inspiration for home cooks is now coming not just from TV chefs, but from TikTok.
Jim Gaffigan: Are we naïve to believe it's over?
The comedian refuses to say WHAT it is he hopes is "over" (so as not to jinx anything), but he's optimistic that the thing is over.
Commentary: Killed in the line of duty
Emilio J. Miyares, national president of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS), remembers the families and friends of law enforcement officers who are killed for doing their job.
Commentary: Without accountability, deaths at the hands of police will continue
Mona Hardin, whose son, Ronald Greene, died after being beaten by Louisiana law enforcement, says change will not come until justice is served against police violence.
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (June 6)
Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles.
Memories of the 1921 Tulsa Massacre
100 years ago, a White mob in Tulsa, Okla., killed 300 Black people and reduced a thriving Black community to ashes. New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow talks about one of the most notorious massacres in U.S. history and those who witnessed it.
David Sedaris looks into his crystal ball
The humorist ponders other people's questionable fascination with astrology, ghosts and clairvoyants (and don't get him started on mistletoe enemas).
The Book Report: Reviews from Washington Post critic Ron Charles (May 9)
Recommendations of new fiction, non-fiction and audio titles.
Jim Gaffigan, father of five, picks his favorite
The comedian reveals a secret no father should ever admit: parents DO have favorites. But his is a surprise.
Charles M. Blow on Derek Chauvin trial: "This time … history would not be repeated"
The New York Times columnist compares the 1955 acquittal of Whites accused of lynching Black teenager Emmett Till, with the conviction of a former Minneapolis policeman for murdering George Floyd.
NIH director: The COVID vaccine is "an answer to prayer"
Dr. Francis Collins, a scientist and evangelical Christian, says we are at a "love your neighbor" moment, when Americans can get vaccinated to help protect others from severe illness and death.
Jim Gaffigan: Take a hike!
The comedian (who would not be mistaken for an outdoorsman) doesn't understand why hiking is considered exercise.
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 17)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
To tip or not to tip: That is David Sedaris' question
The humorist has some thoughts about gratuities, especially when they're pre-programmed onto a screen.
The JFK Files
More than six decades after the Kennedy assassination, the existence of unreleased documents from the investigation has continued to fuel questions - and conspiracy theories - in search for a "smoking gun." What did the recent release of thousands of documents reveal?
At 75, "Sunset Boulevard" is ready again for its closeup
Billy Wilder's caustic tale of Hollywood, obsession and murder, in which a fading star of silent pictures tries to recreate her fame, is back in its full dark glory.
Steve Wozniak on fighting internet scams
The computer inventor and co-founder of Apple is sounding the alarm about one of the great threats of this new Information Age: internet fraud. He talks about how he is fighting for the victims of online scams involving AI, cryptocurrency and faked messages.
The crypto craze sweeping Washington and Wall Street
While many Americans are still baffled by cryptocurrency, enthusiasm for these digital assets is growing - despite the potential risks of integrating digital currencies with the mainstream economy - in part due to support coming from the White House.
Book excerpt: "Incomparable Grace: JFK in the Presidency" by Mark K. Updegrove
The presidential historian's book traces John F. Kennedy's years in the White House, including his final days leading up to a political fundraising trip in Texas.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 10)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
How the FIRE movement is inspiring early retirees
Nik and Adinah Johnson, who retired in their forties, are part of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), a movement that looks at work as a means to an end, and where frugality buys freedom from the rat race.
"Sunday Morning" Retirement Guide
Resources to help with planning a financially healthy retirement.