8/11: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump federalizes D.C. police, deploys National Guard; New book looks at man’s journey finding purpose in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains delivering mail
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How a post office job saved a man's life
Stephen Starring Grant, a consultant laid off during the pandemic, found purpose as a mailman in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Grant shares his story in the new book "Mailman: My Wild Ride Delivering the Mail in Appalachia and Finally Finding Home," and joins "The Takeout" to reflect on his experiences.
The rising threat of AI propaganda
Some experts say false narratives generated by artificial intelligence can pose a threat to global politics. Brett Benson, associate professor of political science at Vanderbilt University, joins "The Takeout" to explain why he believes the era of AI propaganda is here.
Data centers' impact on electricity costs
As the number of energy-intensive data centers needed to power Big Tech rises in the U.S., so are Americans' electricity bills. Ari Peskoe, director of the Electricity Law Initiative at Harvard Law School, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Why Trump's deal with Nvidia, AMD is unusual
Artificial intelligence chipmakers Nvidia and AMD have come to an unusual export agreement with President Trump: Both will pay the U.S. government 15% of revenue generated by sales of select AI chips in China. Toluse Olorunnipa, staff writer for The Atlantic, and Sophia Cai, Politico White House reporter, join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Active oil, gas rigs down in 2nd Trump term
President Trump's pledge to "drill baby drill" during his second term is not playing out in the oil patch or fracking zones, with rig counts down since Inauguration Day, according to energy technology company Baker Hughes. Robert Rapier, editor-in-chief of Shale Magazine, joins "The Takeout" to explain why.
CDC workers speak out on shooting
The gunman in Friday's deadly shooting outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters had become fixated and outspoken against the COVID-19 vaccine, according to what his family told police. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder spoke with some CDC employees about the role medical misinformation played in the shooting.
Trump says Putin summit is "feel out meeting"
President Trump says Friday's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska is a "feel out meeting" to see if the Russian president is ready to make a peace deal with Ukraine. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
How Trump takeover could affect D.C. residents
President Trump declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., on Monday and announced that the federal government has taken control of the police department. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains how the move will impact the city's residents.
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Jennifer Granholm on "The Takeout"
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm joins Major for a conversation about President Biden's infrastructure proposals, climate change, the push for electric vehicles, and the future of nuclear energy, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Dr. Anthony Fauci on "The Takeout"
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Major for a conversation about booster shots, the origins of COVID-19, and the possibility of another "dark winter," on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Ken Burns on "The Takeout"
Documentarian Ken Burns discussed his new PBS docuseries "Muhammad Ali," which chronicles the life of the iconic boxer and his legacy on sports, politics and much more, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
David Petraeus on "The Takeout"
General David Petraeus (Ret.) reflects on his time commanding U.S. forces in Afghanistan and Iraq, as well as his time as director of the CIA, as he joins Major Garrett to evaluate successes and failures of the war on terror in this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Ben Tracy and Jeff Berardelli on "The Takeout"
CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy and CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli talk about the growing effects of climate change on extreme weather and our way of life in this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Filmmaker Lucy Walker on "The Takeout"
Filmmaker Lucy Walker joins Major Garrett to talk about her documentary "Bring Your Own Brigade." She also discusses how climate change impacts the ongoing wildfires and why the wealthy hire private firefighters to save their homes on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Craig Whitlock talks Afghanistan on "The Takeout"
Washington Post reporter Craig Whitlock helped uncover years of official deception about the Afghanistan war as part of the team that published the Afghanistan Papers. He joins Major Garrett on this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss the ongoing U.S. withdrawal and what led to the Taliban's swift takeover.
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy on "The Takeout"
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins Major Garret on "The Takeout" podcast to discuss the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, whether children need to wear masks as they return to school, the concerns around misinformation and other health issues facing Americans.
Governor Ralph Northam on "The Takeout"
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam joined Major Garrett to talk about the future of COVID-19 regulations in the state, critical race theory as well as the investigation into New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Dr. Leana Wen on "The Takeout"
Dr. Leana Wen shares a meal with Major Garrett and talks about her new book, the latest mask guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as President Biden's new mandates for federal employees and military personnel on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan on "The Takeout"
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan joins Major to talk about vaccination efforts in his state, the debate over mask mandates, and the governor's own political aspirations on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata on "The Takeout"
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins Major to discuss withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, the battle for control of Afghanistan and how the U.S. will handle Afghan translators and interpreters on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Travel editor Peter Greenberg on "The Takeout"
CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg joins Major to discuss the reopening of America and the struggles that face the travel industry as demand rises. He also offers tips to get the best possible deals on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
National Constitution Center's Jeffrey Rosen on "The Takeout"
Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, joins Major to talk about the history of the U.S. Constitution, how it has evolved throughout time, and the polarization that led to the January 6 attack on the Capitol, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Journalist Michael Isikoff on "The Takeout"
Investigative reporter Michael Isikoff joins Major Garrett to discuss the murder of Saudi dissident and journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the key timeline of events in Khashoggi's death, how then-President Trump and President Biden have responded, and Saudi leader Mohammed bin Salman's role, on this week's episode of "The Takeout."