60 Minutes
Season 44
This series set the pattern for the TV news magazine. Each episode consists of several stories, each presented by a different reporter. Stories have included investigative pieces, celebrity profiles, background pieces on current events, and general human interest stories. The series has also featured "Point-Counterpoint" debates and humorous commentaries by Andy Rooney.
53 Episodes
- NYPD's Counterterrorism Unit; Trey Parker and Matt StoneE1
NYPD's Counterterrorism Unit; Trey Parker and Matt Stone"The Counter-Terrorism Bureau" takes a behind-the-scenes look at the counter-terrorism unit of the New York City Police Department. "The Murder of an American Nazi" looks at the recent murder of a neo-Nazi leader and the growing movement he was a part of. "Parker & Stone" interviews the creators of South Park. - Otsuchi Japan, Alex Honnold, Andy RooneyE2
Otsuchi Japan, Alex Honnold, Andy Rooney"After the Wave" looks at special relationship developed between the sister cities of Otsuchi, Japan, and Ft. Bragg, California, in the wake of last year's tsunami. "Alone on the Wall" follows a 26 year-old climber as he scales a 1,600 foot rock wall using only his hands and feet. "Andy Rooney" interviews the famous commentator on the eve of his last appearance on the show. - Jeffery Immelt, the Egyptian military
E3Jeffery Immelt, the Egyptian military"The Jobs Czar" interviews the chairman of General Electric about job creation in the United States. "Revolution" visits Egypt where protesters have thrown out dictator Hosni Mubarak but no find themselves having problems with military rule. "The Player" profiles famous sports agent Drew Rosenhaus. - Gen. John Allen, Vincent van Gogh
E4Gen. John Allen, Vincent van Gogh"Running the War" talks to General John Allen about progress in the war in Afghanistan. "The Life and Death of Vincent Van Gogh" examines the life and death of the famous painter and interviews biographers who claim that he may not have taken his own life. - Steve Jobs, Apps for Autistic PeopleE5
Steve Jobs, Apps for Autistic People"Steve Jobs" interviews biographer Walter Isaacson about the visionary CEO and founder of Apple Computers. "Apps for Autism" looks at how simple computer programs are being used to assist in the education of children with autism. - Madoffs, All AmericanE6
Madoffs, All American"Madoffs" interviews the ex-wife and son of Bernie Madoff and offers an inside look into the family of the man who scammed investors out of billions of dollars. "All American" profiles former Boston College football player and bone cancer survivor Mark Herzlich. - A Lobbyist's Playbook, Operation Proper Exit, Andy RooneyE7
A Lobbyist's Playbook, Operation Proper Exit, Andy Rooney"A Lobbyist's Playbook" interviews former lobbyist and ex-con Jack Abramoff about how he was able to influence politicians. "Operation Proper Exit" looks at a program that helps soldiers get closure by bring them back to the battlefield. "Andy Rooney" repeats a segment broadcast last month in memory of the former commentator who passed away earlier in the week. - Insiders, Taser, Freeman HrabowskiE8
Insiders, Taser, Freeman Hrabowski"Insiders" investigates how lawmakers can legally buy stock based on non-public insider information. "Taser" examines the non-lethal devices that have become standard law enforcement tools and looks at charges that police are using them more often than necessary. "Freeman Hrabowski" looks at the University of Maryland president who has turned his school into a science and engineering powerhouse. - Christine Lagarde, The Pledge, Taylor SwiftE9
Christine Lagarde, The Pledge, Taylor SwiftChristine Lagarde - Thrust into the breach during one of the worst economic crises in decades, Christine Lagarde, the new head of the International Monetary Fund, has become one of the world's most powerful women. The Pledge - Steve Kroft takes a look at Grover Norquist, the man many blame for holding up the deficit-reduction process because of the anti-tax pledges he has obtained from nearly all the Republican politicians in Washington. Taylor Swift - She writes and sings all her own songs, sells millions of records and she's just 21 years old. Lesley Stahl profiles music sensation Taylor Swift. - President Obama, Howard BuffettE12
President Obama, Howard Buffett"President Obama" features Steve Kroft interviewing the president about the financial crisis, the federal budget, the Republican presidential candidates, and his family. "Howard Buffett" looks at Warren Buffett's chosen successor at Berkshire Hathaway. - The Majority Leader, The Gardens of the Queen, Meryl StreepE13
The Majority Leader, The Gardens of the Queen, Meryl Streep"There Goes the Neighborhood" examines how recession-fueled foreclosures are ruining the values of the occupied homes near them by causing high vacancy rates in neighborhoods. "The Gardens of the Queen" dives to a coral reef of the coast of Cuba that is threatened by environmental damage. "The Many Meryls" interviews the actress about her role as Margaret Thatcher. - The Library, Mount Athos
E14The Library, Mount AthosThis special Christmas edition of 60 Minutes features two segments from previous programs. From April 10, 2011, Morley Safer tours the Vatican Library, which holds some of the oldest and most precious works of art and treasure known to man. From April 24, 2011, Bob Simon presents a two-part feature in which he steps back in time getting rare access to monks in ancient monasteries on a remote Greek peninsula, whose lives and routines have remained constant for a thousand years. Bob sees many aspects of the monastic life including chanting, prayers, rituals and priceless relics and icons from the Byzantine Empire. - The Majority Leader, The Perfect Score, The ascent of Alex HonnoldE15
The Majority Leader, The Perfect Score, The ascent of Alex Honnold"The Majority Leader" profiles Eric Cantor. "The Perfect Score" interviews Sam Eshaghoff about how he was hired to take the SAT and ACTs for other people. "Alone on the Wall" rebroadcasts a segment on climber Alex Honnold as he scales a rock wall using his bare hands. - Stem Cell Treatments, Brothers in the Marines, TrufflesE16
Stem Cell Treatments, Brothers in the Marines, Truffles"Stem Cell Fraud" looks into a doctor who claims he can treat cerebral palsy. "Marine Brothers" looks at brothers who are serving together in Afghanistan. "The Most Expensive Food in the World" looks into the truffle business. - Wildebeest Migration, Elephant Dictionary, Jane GoodallE18
Wildebeest Migration, Elephant Dictionary, Jane Goodall"The Great Migration" visits Kenya to see the great wildebeest migration. "The Secret Language of Elephants" looks at scientists who are studying elephant communication. "Jane Goodall" repeats an interview with Lara Logan, the famous Primatologist. - Leon Panetta, Roger Goodell, Big Game Species in USE19
Leon Panetta, Roger Goodell, Big Game Species in US"Defense Secretary Panetta" profiles the new defense secretary. "The Commissioner" looks at Roger Goodell head of the NFL. "Big Game Hunting" looks at how some species of big game can be hunted on preserves in the United States. - Deception at Duke, India's Gold, The Year of AdeleE21
Deception at Duke, India's Gold, The Year of AdeleDeception at Duke – Scott Pelley reports on a Duke University oncologist whose supervisor says he manipulated the data in his study of a breakthrough cancer therapy. India’s Gold -The demand for gold in India accounts for an amazing 32 percent of the worldwide market for the precious metal. And no wonder. The most important tradition at nearly all the 10 million annual weddings in India is the lavish gold jewelry. The year of Adele -Her second album has sold nearly 18 million copies worldwide, putting the British singing sensation on top of the charts and up for six Grammys. Anderson Cooper talks to Adele about her success and the vocal cord surgery that saved her voice. - Trapped in Unemployment, Treating Depression, The Mozart of ChessE22
Trapped in Unemployment, Treating Depression, The Mozart of Chess"Trapped in Unemployment" looks at a program to help the long-term unemployed get back into the workplace. "Treating Depression" looks at the placebo effect on depression. "The Mozart of Chess" profiles chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen. - Stuxnet, The Archbishop of Dublin, RedshirtingE24
Stuxnet, The Archbishop of Dublin, RedshirtingStuxnet - The sophisticated computer worm that sabotaged Iran's nuclear program is now out there, its idea and methods exposed to terrorists or rogue nations who could use them to create their own cyberweapon. The Archbishop of Dublin - The sex abuse crisis in the Irish Catholic Church has rocked one of the most Catholic countries in the world and turned the archbishop of Dublin into an outspoken critic of the church. Redshirting - Morley Safer reports on the rising incidence of "redshirting," holding back children from school who have late birthdays so they can be the oldest instead of the youngest in their class. - The Spymaster Speaks, Teacher to the World, AerosmithE25
The Spymaster Speaks, Teacher to the World, Aerosmith"The Spymaster Speaks" discusses the possibility of a nuclear-armed Iran with the former head of Israel's intelligence service. "Teacher to the World" speaks to the head of the "Khan Academy" and looks at the techniques he uses to teach millions of students across the world. "Aerosmith" profiles the famous rock band. - Resurrecting Chrysler, Evidence of Innocence, Novak DjokovicE27
Resurrecting Chrysler, Evidence of Innocence, Novak Djokovic"Resurrecting Chrysler" examines how the Chrysler company managed go from near bankruptcy to profitability in a few short years. "Evidence of Innocence" interviews Michael Morton who was freed after 25 years in prison thanks to a DNA test. "Novak Djokovic" profiles the Serbian tennis champion and recent Wimbledon winner. - Hard Landing, Sugar, Art MarketE28
Hard Landing, Sugar, Art Market"A Hard Landing" looks at the end of the space shuttle program and the employment problems of former Kennedy Space Center workers. "Sugar" looks at the devastating effecting that sugar can have on person's health beyond just weight gain. "Art Market" looks at how art dealers and art collectors are doing in the recession. - An Imperfect Union, The Sport of Kings, Joy in the Congo
E29An Imperfect Union, The Sport of Kings, Joy in the CongoSafer announces the recent death of longtime contributor Mike Wallace. "An Imperfect Union" looks at how the recession is effecting countries in the European Union. "The Sport of Kings" looks at the sport of polo and efforts to make it popular in the United States. "Joy in the Congo" profiles the Kinshasa Symphony. - The Case Against Lehman, Christians of the Holy Land, The Trouble with TreasureE31
The Case Against Lehman, Christians of the Holy Land, The Trouble with Treasure"The Case Against Lehman Brothers" interviews an attorney who investigated the financial collapse of Lehman Brothers. "Christians of the Holy Land" examines the exodus of Christians from the Holy Land. "The Trouble with Treasure" looks at an amateur diver who discovered a hoard of raw emeralds, but must wait in debt as lawyers sort out the ownership claim. - Hard Measures, HookedE32
Hard Measures, Hooked"Hard Measures" interviews CIA agent and former head of Clandestine Services Jose Rodriguez who defends the CIA's use of enhanced interrogation techniques on al-Qaeda detainees. "Hooked" profiles scientist Nora Volkow whose work is helping to revolutionize our understanding of addiction. - The Raptor, Cleaning Up Whitley County, Michael PhelpsE33
The Raptor, Cleaning Up Whitley County, Michael Phelps"The Raptor" examines allegations that the F-22 Raptor is dangerous because lack of oxygen during flight can cause disorientation. "Cleaning Up Whitley County" looks at two Kentucky journalists whose lives were threatened after they began investigation into a corrupt local sheriff. "Michael Phelps" profiles the gold medal swimmer as he prepares for the 2012 Olympics. - Hank, The Gulen Movement, The Role of a LifetimeE34
Hank, The Gulen Movement, The Role of a Lifetime"Hank" interviews former CIA officer Hank Crumpton and discusses the work of its National Resources Division. "The Gulen Movement" examines a group of charter school inspired by the teachings of Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen. "Role of a Lifetime" profiles Gary Sinise and his work with veterans. - Dropping Out, Hard Cases, Roger WatersE35
Dropping Out, Hard Cases, Roger Waters"Dropping Out" looks at billionaire Peter Thiel and his plan to pay people to drop out of college. "Hard Cases" interviews Dr. William Gahl who focuses on patients suffering from rare, debilitating, and undiagnosed medical conditions. "Roger Waters" profiles the former Pink Floyd bass player and composer. - Final Resting Place, Tel Aviv, The Many MerylsE36
Final Resting Place, Tel Aviv, The Many MerylsAn interview with former marine Dakota Meyer upon receiving the Medal of Honor; profiles of five sets of brothers who fought to do battle together in Afghanistan; a report on Operation Proper Exit that helps wounded warriors find closure. - Elon Musk, Jeff Hall and the NSM, Angelina JolieE37
Elon Musk, Jeff Hall and the NSM, Angelina Jolie"SpaceX" rebroadcasts a profile Elon Musk and his space company which recently sent a capsule to the International Space Station. "The Murder of an American Nazi" rebroadcasts a segment on the murder of Jeff Hall by his own son. "Angelina" rebroadcasts a profile of the famous actress. - Insiders, Freeman Hrabowski, Taylor SwiftE39
Insiders, Freeman Hrabowski, Taylor Swift"Insiders" rebroadcasts a segment on how lawmakers can legally buy stock based on inside information. "Freeman Hrabowski" rebroadcasts a look at the University of Maryland president who has turned his school into a science and engineering powerhouse. "Taylor Swift" rebroadcasts a profile of the young musician. - Greg Mortenson, Howard Buffett, Novak DjokovicE40
Greg Mortenson, Howard Buffett, Novak Djokovic"Greg Mortenson" rebroadcasts an investigation into claims that the author was kidnapped by Taliban. "Howard Buffett" rebroadcasts a profile of Warren Buffett's son. "Novak Djokovic" rebroadcasts a profile of the Serbian tennis champion. - Stuxnet, Qatar, The Most Expensive Food in the WorldE41
Stuxnet, Qatar, The Most Expensive Food in the World"Stuxnet" rebroadcasts a segment on the computer virus attacking Iran. "Qatar" rebroadcasts a profile on the small Middle East country. "The Most Expensive Food in the World" rebroadcasts a segment on truffles. - A Lobbyist's Playbook, Redshirting, The Mozart of ChessE42
A Lobbyist's Playbook, Redshirting, The Mozart of Chess"A Lobbyist's Playbook" rebroadcasts a segment on former Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff. "Redshirting" rebroadcasts a segment the controversial practice of holding back children from school so that they are the oldest in their class. "The Mozart of Chess" rebroadcasts a profile of chess champion Magnus Carlsen. - Evidence of Innocence, India's Gold, Michael PhelpsE44
Evidence of Innocence, India's Gold, Michael Phelps"Evidence of Innocence" rebroadcasts an interview with Michael Morton who was freed after 25 years in prison thanks to a DNA test. "India's Gold" rebroadcasts a look at the gold market in India. "Michael Phelps" rebroadcasts a profile of the Olympic swimmer. - Hard Times Generation, The Life and Death of Vincent Van GoghE45
Hard Times Generation, The Life and Death of Vincent Van Gogh"Hard Times Generation" rebroadcasts a segment on homeless people in Florida who are forced to live in cars. "The Life and Death of Vincent Van Gogh" rebroadcasts an examination of the life and death of the famous painter and interviews biographers who claim that he may not have taken his own life. - Romney Ryan, Trapped in Unemployment, Joy in the CongoE47
Romney Ryan, Trapped in Unemployment, Joy in the Congo"Romney Ryan" interviews the Republican presidential and vice-presidential candidates. "Trapped in Unemployment" rebroadcasts a segment on program to help the long-term unemployed get back into the workplace. "Joy in the Congo" rebroadcasts a profile of the Kinshasa Symphony. - The Case Against Lehman Brothers, The Archbishop of Dublin, AerosmithE48
The Case Against Lehman Brothers, The Archbishop of Dublin, Aerosmith"The Case Against Lehman Brothers" rebroadcasts a segment that investigates the financial collapse of Lehman Brothers. "The Archbishop of Dublin" rebroadcasts an interview with an Irish bishop critical of the church's handling of sexual abuse by priests. "Aerosmith" rebroadcasts an interview with the band. - The Pledge, Stem Cell Fraud, The Sport of Kings
E49The Pledge, Stem Cell Fraud, The Sport of Kings"The Pledge" rebroadcasts a profile of conservative anti-tax activist Grover Norquist. "Stem Cell Fraud" rebroadcasts an investigation to a doctor who falsely claims he can use stem cells to treat cerebral palsy. "The Sport of Kings" rebroadcasts a look at polo and efforts to make it popular in the United States. - Resurrecting Chrysler, The Flavorists, Teacher to the WorldE50
Resurrecting Chrysler, The Flavorists, Teacher to the World"Resurrecting Chrysler" rebroadcasts a segment on the revitalization of the automaker. "The Flavorists" rebroadcasts a segment on the people who make the artificial flavors in food. "Teacher to the World" rebroadcasts a segment on educator using computer to teach millions around the world. - The Spymaster Speaks, The Player, The Year of AdeleE52
The Spymaster Speaks, The Player, The Year of Adele"The Spymaster Speaks" rebroadcasts an interview with the former head of Israel's intelligence service. "The Player" rebroadcasts a profile of the famous sports agent Drew Rosenhaus. "The Year of Adele" rebroadcasts an interview with the singer.