Dr. Tim Johnson on finding a middle-ground in the abortion debate A Protestant minister, emergency room physician and commentator, Dr. Johnson offers a compromise for people on both sides of the argument over the right to an abortion. Nov 12, 2023
Mideast scholar Hussein Ibish: "Israelis and Palestinians must stop dehumanizing each other" The Arab Mideast scholar says the current infrastructure of Israeli occupiers and stateless Palestinians forces the two peoples into a toxic relationship of dominance and subordination, and that they must replace violent occupation and resistance with genuine coexistence. Oct 22, 2023
Yuval Noah Harari on the Hamas attack: Terrorists are "waging a war on our souls" The historian and author of "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" says the aim of Hamas' attack on Israel was to destroy our trust in humanity, but that our strength and belief in democracy will overcome terror and hatred. Oct 15, 2023
Robert Reich on the narrowly-avoided government shutdown: Republicans holding America hostage The former Labor Secretary says GOP extremists in the House, acting at the behest of Donald Trump, were behind the crisis to shut down the government – and the funding bill that averts the shutdown is only temporary. Oct 1, 2023
One peril facing job-hunters? Being ghosted To those searching for work online, the job market can be frighteningly similar to online dating. Writer Brad Mislow offers advice to those facing a lot of potential employers swiping left. Sep 10, 2023
Gen. Stanley McChrystal on what would close the divide in America The retired four-star general says the political divisions tearing apart the very fabric of American society can be healed by bringing together young people towards a common purpose. Sep 3, 2023
Remembering Jimmy Buffett, who spent his life putting joy into the world Bill Flanagan offers an appreciation of the "Margaritaville" singer-songwriter, a friend for whom everything was an adventure, and whose positive life force was directed towards giving his music fans a two-hour vacation. Sep 3, 2023
The dream marches on: Looking back on MLK's historic 1963 speech On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his epic "I Have a Dream" speech. New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow reflects on the power of the speech, and on King's evolving views about addressing racism in America. Aug 27, 2023
Jim Gaffigan on the "complex process" of keeping his kids' cellphones charged For most of us, the memory of discovering an uncharged phone is seared into our consciousness. But not Jim Gaffigan's children. Aug 13, 2023
Historian on Trump indictment: "The most important criminal trial in American history" Princeton University professor Julian Zelizer says, in charging the former president in the January 6 insurrection, the Department of Justice has boldly declared it will hold our leaders accountable if they violate sacrosanct democratic principles. Aug 6, 2023
Historian Yuval Noah Harari warns of dictatorship in Israel The author says that in Israel, which has no constitution, the only check on governmental abuses of power is the Supreme Court, which is now under attack by forces that wish to rule with impunity. Jul 16, 2023
You have summer plans? Jim Gaffigan does not It's summer, a time to relax. So, why is everyone intent on making plans, for trips far away from home? Comedian Jim Gaffigan, who likes to avoid stress, questions the logic of this. Jul 9, 2023
Celebrating July 2, America's other Independence Day On July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed into law the Civil Rights Act, ending our nation's apartheid. Mark Updegrove, president & CEO of the LBJ Foundation, looks back on a watershed moment in American democracy when segregation was finally made illegal. Jul 2, 2023
"American Whitelash": Fear-mongering and the rise in white nationalist violence Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery discusses violent acts against democracy by aggrieved white supremacists, and how a new election cycle raises the stakes. Jun 25, 2023
On Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless men Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and BBQ equipment. For men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you. Jun 18, 2023
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
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 3): The Money Issue A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley. Aug 3
Commentaries
Dr. Tim Johnson on finding a middle-ground in the abortion debate
A Protestant minister, emergency room physician and commentator, Dr. Johnson offers a compromise for people on both sides of the argument over the right to an abortion.
Mideast scholar Hussein Ibish: "Israelis and Palestinians must stop dehumanizing each other"
The Arab Mideast scholar says the current infrastructure of Israeli occupiers and stateless Palestinians forces the two peoples into a toxic relationship of dominance and subordination, and that they must replace violent occupation and resistance with genuine coexistence.
Yuval Noah Harari on the Hamas attack: Terrorists are "waging a war on our souls"
The historian and author of "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" says the aim of Hamas' attack on Israel was to destroy our trust in humanity, but that our strength and belief in democracy will overcome terror and hatred.
Robert Reich on the narrowly-avoided government shutdown: Republicans holding America hostage
The former Labor Secretary says GOP extremists in the House, acting at the behest of Donald Trump, were behind the crisis to shut down the government – and the funding bill that averts the shutdown is only temporary.
One peril facing job-hunters? Being ghosted
To those searching for work online, the job market can be frighteningly similar to online dating. Writer Brad Mislow offers advice to those facing a lot of potential employers swiping left.
Gen. Stanley McChrystal on what would close the divide in America
The retired four-star general says the political divisions tearing apart the very fabric of American society can be healed by bringing together young people towards a common purpose.
Remembering Jimmy Buffett, who spent his life putting joy into the world
Bill Flanagan offers an appreciation of the "Margaritaville" singer-songwriter, a friend for whom everything was an adventure, and whose positive life force was directed towards giving his music fans a two-hour vacation.
The dream marches on: Looking back on MLK's historic 1963 speech
On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his epic "I Have a Dream" speech. New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow reflects on the power of the speech, and on King's evolving views about addressing racism in America.
Jim Gaffigan on the "complex process" of keeping his kids' cellphones charged
For most of us, the memory of discovering an uncharged phone is seared into our consciousness. But not Jim Gaffigan's children.
Historian on Trump indictment: "The most important criminal trial in American history"
Princeton University professor Julian Zelizer says, in charging the former president in the January 6 insurrection, the Department of Justice has boldly declared it will hold our leaders accountable if they violate sacrosanct democratic principles.
Historian Yuval Noah Harari warns of dictatorship in Israel
The author says that in Israel, which has no constitution, the only check on governmental abuses of power is the Supreme Court, which is now under attack by forces that wish to rule with impunity.
You have summer plans? Jim Gaffigan does not
It's summer, a time to relax. So, why is everyone intent on making plans, for trips far away from home? Comedian Jim Gaffigan, who likes to avoid stress, questions the logic of this.
Celebrating July 2, America's other Independence Day
On July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed into law the Civil Rights Act, ending our nation's apartheid. Mark Updegrove, president & CEO of the LBJ Foundation, looks back on a watershed moment in American democracy when segregation was finally made illegal.
"American Whitelash": Fear-mongering and the rise in white nationalist violence
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery discusses violent acts against democracy by aggrieved white supremacists, and how a new election cycle raises the stakes.
On Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless men
Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and BBQ equipment. For men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you.
More From Sunday Morning
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.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 3): The Money Issue
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.