60 Minutes
Season 51
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.
51 Episodes
- Paul McCartney, The Compromise, Inside the Epidemic
E1Paul McCartney, The Compromise, Inside the EpidemicInvestigating the opioid epidemic, including an interview with a doctor sentenced to 157 years for drug trafficking; musician Paul McCartney; Senators Flake and Coons discuss a rare bipartisan compromise during the Kavanaugh confirmation. - The Kavanaugh Vote, John Green, The Pavarotti of Pasta
E2The Kavanaugh Vote, John Green, The Pavarotti of PastaSenators Susan Collins, Heidi Heitkamp explain their Kavanaugh confirmation votes; then Jon Wertheim profiles best-selling author John Green on reaching young adults and dealing with mental illness, who is also a star of YouTube podcasting; and Lesley Stahl goes to Modena, Italy, to meet chef Massimo Bottura: The Pavarotti of pasta to taste and see why his restaurant ranks No. 1 on the list of the top 50 eateries in the world. - Genetic Genealogy, Off the Rails, Fly Like an Eagle
E4Genetic Genealogy, Off the Rails, Fly Like an Eagle"Genetic Genealogy" looks at a new type of DNA analysis that is serving as a powerful tool for law enforcement to solve crimes. "Off the Rails" looks at the problems facing New York City's century-old subway system. "Fly Like an Eagle" profiles falconer Lauren McGough who has mastered the ancient skill of hunting with eagles. - Inside the Secret Archive, America’s War Against ISIS, JAAP
E5Inside the Secret Archive, America’s War Against ISIS, JAAP"Inside the Secret Archive" examines how a bishop failed to remove priests from service despite of credible allegation of abuse against them. "America's War Against ISIS" goes to the former ISIS stronghold of Raqqa to look at coalition efforts to defeat the Islamist militants. "Jaap" profiles the new music director of the New York Philharmonic. - High Velocity, As Goes Texas, The Ride of His Life
E6High Velocity, As Goes Texas, The Ride of His Life"High Velocity" looks at how first responders and emergency rooms are training to deal with mass shootings. "As Goes Texas" looks at the U.S. Senate race in Texas between Ted Cruz and Beto O'Rourke. "The Ride of His Life" looks at how surfers are going to the Portuguese town of Nazare to find record setting waves. - Your Data, Ultra Deep, The Pact
E7Your Data, Ultra Deep, The Pact"Your Data" examines how Europe is responding to big tech companies which have been collecting and monetizing personal information, "Ultra Deep" goes to South Africa to see how scientists are looking for living organisms deep within the earth. "The Pact" looks at the bond between twin brothers in the NFL. - A Dose of Hope, A Dose of Greed, Tim Green
E8A Dose of Hope, A Dose of Greed, Tim GreenWidespread use of naloxone, an opioid overdose antidote, is needed more than ever in the U.S. 60 Minutes reports on one drug company that claims to be increasing access by pricing an injector of naloxone at $4000+; And, Tim Green on coping with the ALS he thinks was caused by the game he loves. - Chaos on the Border, Robots to the Rescue, To Kill a Mockingbird
E9Chaos on the Border, Robots to the Rescue, To Kill a Mockingbird"Chaos on the Border" looks at the migration crisis at the U.S. border caused by the Trump administrations policy of separating children from their families. "Robots to the Rescue" examines the use of robots in nuclear disaster clean-up. "To Kill a Mockingbird" offers a behind-the-scenes look at the new Broadway play based on the beloved novel. - George H.W. Bush, Paradise Lost
E10George H.W. Bush, Paradise Lost"President George H.W. Bush" looks back at the career of the late forty-first President of the United States and talks to other presidents about his accomplishments. "Paradise Lost" examines the massive wildfire that is tearing though California mountain communities north of Sacramento. - Elon Musk, Screen Time, Ryan Speedo Green
E11Elon Musk, Screen Time, Ryan Speedo GreenElon Musk opens up to Lesley Stahl about Twitter, pot, the Securities and Exchange Commission, Model 3 and Tesla; then, a groundbreaking study examines effects of screen time on kids; and, Ryan Speedo Green: From juvenile delinquency to opera stardom. - Taking Aim at Opioids, Plastic Plague
E12Taking Aim at Opioids, Plastic PlagueLawyer Mike Moore claims that the makers and distributors of opioids should be held responsible for the opioid crisis and the deaths associated with it; the devastating effects of plastic refuse on the remote Pacific atoll of Midway and its wildlife. - To Catch a Spy, Malta, The Wolves of Yellowstone
E13To Catch a Spy, Malta, The Wolves of Yellowstone"To Catch a Spy" talks to Justice officials and the FBI who reveal how they caught a former CIA officer spying for the Chinese. "Malta" investigates charges of corruption in the government of the small Mediterranean island. "The Wolves of Yellowstone" looks at the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone park. - 60 Minutes Presents: Eat, Drink and Be Merry
E1460 Minutes Presents: Eat, Drink and Be Merry"The Pavarotti of Pasta" rebroadcasts a segment on popular Italian chef Massimo Bottura. "Whisky Island" rebroadcasts a segment on the Scottish Island that produced some of the world best single-malt scotch whiskey. "Paul McCartney" rebroadcasts an interview with the former member of the Beatles. - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, President El-Sisi, An Unlikely Inventor
E15Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, President El-Sisi, An Unlikely Inventor"Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez" profiles the youngest woman ever elected to Congress and discusses her controversial views. "President El-Sisi" interviews the Egyptian leader who is considered a dictator by many in the world. "The Unlikely Inventor" talks Marshall Medoff who has invented a process to produce an environmentally friendly transportation fuel from inedible plant life. - The Committee, The Oracle of AI, A Different Kind of Vision
E16The Committee, The Oracle of AI, A Different Kind of Vision"The Committee" talks to Rep. Elijah Cummings of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform which will be investigating President Trump. "The Oracle of A.I." talks to a artificial intelligence expert on the current state of A.I. research. "A Different Kind of Vision" profiles Chris Downey an architect who lost his ability to see. - Howard Schultz, Small Satellites, Big Data, Jerry and Marge Selbee
E17Howard Schultz, Small Satellites, Big Data, Jerry and Marge Selbee"Howard Schultz" talks to the billionaire former CEO of Starbucks who may be running for president. "Small Satellites, Big Data" looks at how small observation satellites have increased the amount of data being collected on the planet. "Jerry and Marge Selbee" profiles a retired couple from Michigan figured out how to win millions in state lotteries. - Investigating the President, The Chibok Girls
E18Investigating the President, The Chibok Girls"Investigating the President" interviews former acting FBI director Andrew McCabe about the events surrounding investigation into Russian influence on the 2016 presidential election. "The Chibok Girls" talks to several young Nigerian women who were captives of Boko Haram. - The Label, Double Crossed, Made in China
E19The Label, Double Crossed, Made in China"The Label" examines how the FDA allowed companies to market opioids for chronic treatment a decision that fueled the opioid epidemic. "Double Crossed" talks to a former American member of Al-Qaeda who provided valuable intelligence in order to avoid jail. "Made in China" looks at the electric car industry in China. - This is No Ordinary Lawsuit, Off Track, Cracking the Code
E20This is No Ordinary Lawsuit, Off Track, Cracking the Code"This is No Ordinary Lawsuit" examines an unusual lawsuit filed by children against the federal government that is trying to curb the use of fossil fuels. "Off Track" looks at a deadly train accident that could have been prevented by a new safety system. "Cracking the Code" looks at efforts to increase the number of women in computing jobs. - The Chairman, ACLU, Genetic Revolution
E21The Chairman, ACLU, Genetic Revolution"The Chairman" interviews Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell about the economy and interest rates. "ACLU" examines the increasing power of the American Civil Liberties Union. "Genetic Revolution" looks at a successful clinical trial for a gene therapy that treats sickle cell anemia. - Targeting Americans, Billionaire on the Bus, Monaco
E22Targeting Americans, Billionaire on the Bus, Monaco"Targeting Americans" looks at how Americans working in Cuba and China have developed serious brain injuries (dubbed 'Havana Syndrome') apparently as the result of mysterious attacks. "Billionaire on the Bus" talks to an investor who believes Middle America is being ignored when it comes to investment. "Monaco" talks to the prince of the principality and some of its residents. - Pegasus, All Bets Are On, Samuel L. Jackson
E23Pegasus, All Bets Are On, Samuel L. Jackson"Pegasus" investigates a cutting-edge cyber espionage tool that governments are using to fight crime and terror. "All Bets Are On" looks at the consequences of legal sports betting on college sports. "Samuel L. Jackson" profiles the successful actor. - Survivors' Network, Pleistocene Park, The Rock
E24Survivors' Network, Pleistocene Park, The Rock"Survivors' Network" talks to the parents of a shooting victim who have since devoted their lives to helping survivors and families affected by mass shooters. "Pleistocene Park" looks at a project in Siberia that is attempting to recreate an Ice Age ecosystem. "The Rock" looks at a prison experiment that has reduced violence in a maximum security facility. - The Principles of Ray Dalio, A Radical Solution, Attu
E25The Principles of Ray Dalio, A Radical Solution, Attu"The Principles of Ray Dalio" talks to the billionaire investment fund pioneer who says that capitalism is failing because of the income gap. "A Radical Solution" looks at how one of the nation's top medical schools has instituted a free tuition program. "Attu" looks at the World War II battle in the Alaskan Aleutian islands. - Nancy Pelosi, Game of Thrones, Golden State Warriors
E26Nancy Pelosi, Game of Thrones, Golden State Warriors"Nancy Pelosi" profiles the controversial speaker of the House of Representatives. "Game of Thrones" takes an inside look at one of the most expensive and successful television series as it starts its final season. "Last Shot in Oakland" looks at how the Golden State Warriors are trying for the third straight NBA championship. - A Marriage Made in Hell, Superbugs, Easter Island
E27A Marriage Made in Hell, Superbugs, Easter Island"A Marriage Made in Hell" reports on a Russian hacker who is accused of stealing millions for himself and stealing secrets for his government. "Superbugs" looks at how the overuse of antibiotics is creating bacteria resistant to the strongest antibiotics. "Easter Island" visits the isolated island in the South Pacific where the famous stone statues are fading away under the elements. - On the Border, Online Overdose, The High North
E28On the Border, Online Overdose, The High North"On the Border" goes to McAllen, Texas where a record number of migrant families are causing a major border crisis for the acting head of the Department of Homeland Security. "Online Overdose" looks at how China has failed to stop websites that sell active drugs over the internet. "The High North" looks at NATO forces deployed on the Norwegian border with Russia. - Ransomware, Frontotemporal Dementia, Polar Punk
E29Ransomware, Frontotemporal Dementia, Polar Punk"Ransomware" looks at the growing cybercrime where crooks take data hostage in order to get a payoff. "Frontotemporal Dementia" looks at the little-known but devastating disease that robs people of their personalities. "Polar Punk" profiles Canadian throat singer Tanya Tagaq. - The Price of Generics, The Most Unlikely Meeting, Mark Bradford
E30The Price of Generics, The Most Unlikely Meeting, Mark Bradford"The Price of Generics" looks at a sweep lawsuit that accuses generic drug manufacturers of price fixing. "The Most Unlikely Meeting" looks at a program that helps the families of victims of violent crime meet the perpetrators of those crimes. "Mark Bradford" profiles the American artist. - Money Laundering, Rainbow Railroad, Bitcoin's Wild Ride
E31Money Laundering, Rainbow Railroad, Bitcoin's Wild Ride"One Loose Thread" talks to the whistle-blower who helped to uncover a $230 billion Russia money laundering scheme. "Rainbow Railroad" looks at a Canadian group that helps hundreds of LGBT people who live in countries where their lives are at risk. "Bitcoin's Wild Ride" looks at the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies. - Friendly Fire, Attu
E32Friendly Fire, Attu"Friendly Fire" rebroadcasts a story on three former U.S. soldiers who are disputing an official report that blames human error for a friendly fire accident that killed six people on a secret mission in Afghanistan. "Attu" rebroadcasts a look at the World War II battle in the Alaskan Aleutian islands. - The Chairman, Last Shot in Oakland, To Kill a Mockingbird
E33The Chairman, Last Shot in Oakland, To Kill a Mockingbird"The Chairman" rebroadcasts an interview with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell about the economy and interest rates. "Last Shot in Oakland" rebroadcasts a look at how the Golden State Warriors are trying for the third straight NBA championship. "To Kill a Mockingbird" rebroadcasts a behind-the-scenes look at the new Broadway play based on the beloved novel. - Rare Earth Elements, Jerry and Marge Selbee, Samuel L. Jackson
E34Rare Earth Elements, Jerry and Marge Selbee, Samuel L. Jackson"Rare Earth Elements" rebroadcasts a story on Chinese control of the rare earth element industry. "Jerry and Marge Selbee" rebroadcasts a look at a couple who has hacked the lottery. "Samuel L. Jackson" rebroadcasts a profile of the actor. - SGB, Huntington, WV, Game of Thrones
E35SGB, Huntington, WV, Game of Thrones"SGB" looks at how a medical treatment used to ease pain is not being used as an experimental treatment for PTSD. "Huntington, WV" looks at how the small city is deal with a crisis of drug overdoses. "Game of Thrones" rebroadcasts a look at the end of the television series. - High Velocity, This Is No Ordinary Lawsuit, Paul McCarrtney
E37High Velocity, This Is No Ordinary Lawsuit, Paul McCarrtney"High Velocity" rebroadcasts a look at how first responders and emergency rooms are training to deal with mass shootings. "This is No Ordinary Lawsuit" rebroadcasts an examination into an unusual lawsuit filed by children against the federal government that is trying to curb the use of fossil fuels. "Paul McCartney" rebroadcasts an interview of the former member of the Beatles. - Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez, Malta, The Unlikely Inventor
E38Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez, Malta, The Unlikely Inventor"Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez" rebroadcasts a profile of the youngest woman ever elected to Congress and discusses her controversial views. "Malta" rebroadcasts an investigation into charges of corruption in the government of the small Mediterranean island. "The Unlikely Inventor" rebroadcasts an interview with Marshall Medoff who has invented a process to produce an environmentally friendly transportation fuel from inedible plant life. - Taking Aim at Opioids, The Nuremberg Prosecutor, Into the Wild
E39Taking Aim at Opioids, The Nuremberg Prosecutor, Into the Wild"Taking Aim at Opioids" rebroadcasts a look at efforts to sue the makers and distributors of opioids. "The Nuremberg Prosecutor" rebroadcasts a talk with Ben Ferencz the last living prosecutor from the Nuremberg trials after World War II. "Into the Wild" rebroadcasts a profile of wildlife photographer Thomas Mangelsen. - Billionaire on the Bus, Pleistocene Park, JR
E40Billionaire on the Bus, Pleistocene Park, JR"Billionaire on the Bus" rebroadcasts a talk to an investor who believes Middle America is being ignored when it comes to investment. "Pleistocene Park" rebroadcasts a look at a project in Siberia that is attempting to recreate an Ice Age ecosystem. "JR" rebroadcasts a talk to the French artist who uses larger than life pictures to showcase the dignity of ordinary people. - The Oracle of A.I., John Green, The Pavarotti of Pasta
E41The Oracle of A.I., John Green, The Pavarotti of Pasta"The Oracle of A.I." rebroadcasts a talk with an artificial intelligence expert on the current state of A.I. research. "John Green" rebroadcasts a talk to the popular young adult author about mental illness. "The Pavarotti of Pasta" rebroadcasts a profile of Italian chef Massimo Bottura about why his restaurant is one of the most popular in the world. - The Dutch Solution, Redemption, Fly Like An Eagle
E42The Dutch Solution, Redemption, Fly Like An Eagle"The Dutch Solution" rebroadcasts a look at how the Dutch are using their water management skills to help areas threatened by extreme weather. "Redemption" rebroadcasts a profile of Shon Hopwood who discovered he had a brilliant mind for the law while he was serving time in prison for armed bank robbery. "Fly Like an Eagle" rebroadcasts a profile of falconer Lauren McGough who has mastered the ancient skill of hunting with eagles. - The Principles of Ray Dalio, Robots to the Rescue, Monaco
E43The Principles of Ray Dalio, Robots to the Rescue, Monaco"The Principles of Ray Dalio" rebroadcasts a talk with the billionaire investment fund pioneer who says that capitalism is failing because of the income gap. "Robots to the Rescue" rebroadcasts an examination into the use of robots in nuclear disaster clean-up. "Monaco" rebroadcasts a talk with the prince of the principality and some of its residents. - Survivors Network, Ultra Deep, The Future Factory
E44Survivors Network, Ultra Deep, The Future Factory"Survivors' Network" rebroadcasts a segment on the parents of a shooting victim who have since devoted their lives to helping survivors and families affected by mass shooters. "Ultra Deep" rebroadcasts a look at how scientists in South Africa are looking for living organisms deep within the earth. "The Future Factory" rebroadcasts a look at M.I.T.'s celebrated Media Lab known for its creative innovation. - To Catch a Spy, A Different Kind of Vision, Alma
E45To Catch a Spy, A Different Kind of Vision, Alma"To Catch a Spy" rebroadcasts a talk to Justice officials and the FBI who reveal how they caught a former CIA officer spying for the Chinese."A Different Kind of Vision" rebroadcasts a profile of Chris Downey an architect who lost his ability to see. "Alma" rebroadcasts a profile of a twelve-year-old music prodigy. - Pegasus, Plastic Plague
E46Pegasus, Plastic Plague"Pegasus" rebroadcasts an investigation into a cutting-edge cyber espionage tool that governments are using to fight crime and terror. "Plastic Plague" rebroadcasts a report on the devastating effects of plastic waste on the wildlife of the remote Pacific atoll of Midway. - Ransomware, Inside the Epidemic, Tim Green
E47Ransomware, Inside the Epidemic, Tim Green"Ransomware" rebroadcasts a look at the growing cybercrime where crooks take data hostage in order to get a payoff. "Inside the Epidemic" rebroadcasts an investigation into the causes of the opioid epidemic that are affecting communities around the United States. "Tim Green" rebroadcasts a profile of the former NFL player who is suffering from ALS. - Targeting Americans, A Radical Solution, The Ride of His Life
E48Targeting Americans, A Radical Solution, The Ride of His Life"Targeting Americans" rebroadcasts a look at how Americans working in Cuba and China have developed serious brain injuries as the result of attacks. "A Radical Solution" rebroadcasts a segment on how one of the nation's top medical schools has instituted a free tuition program. "The Ride of His Life" rebroadcasts a look at how surfers are going to the Portuguese town of Nazare to find record setting waves. - Steve Kroft, The Isle of Eigg
E49Steve Kroft, The Isle of Eigg"Steve Kroft" talks the the recently retired 60 Minutes correspondent about his career, his work on the show, and why he decided to retire. It also looks at some of the more famous stories he reported on including Chernobyl, President Obama, and the financial crisis. "The Isle of Eigg" rebroadcasts a visit the unique island off the coast of Scotland. - Online Overdose, Frontotemporal Dementia, Mark Bradford
E50Online Overdose, Frontotemporal Dementia, Mark Bradford"Online Overdose" rebroadcasts a look at how China has failed to stop websites that sell active drugs over the internet. "Frontotemporal Dementia" rebroadcasts a look at the little-known but devastating disease that robs people of their personalities. "Mark Bradford" rebroadcasts a profile of the American artist.
