60 Minutes — Season 44
The New York Police Department's counterterrorism unit, the slaying of a neo-Nazi leader, and the comedic duo of Trey Parker and Matt Stone, creators of "South Park"—these disparate elements converged in the news cycle.
Bob Simon chronicles the connection between Otsuchi, Japan, and its designated partner, Fort Bragg, California. Lara Logan presents a portrait of rock climber Alex Honnold. And Morley Safer speaks with Andy Rooney, who reflects on his final…
In a recent discussion, General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immelt addressed the topic of job creation within the United States. Additionally, a report examines the treatment of Egyptian citizens at the hands of the nation's military. A profile o…
Scott Pelley spoke with Marine Corps General John Allen regarding the conflict in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Morley Safer interviewed Steven Naifeh and Gregory White Smith, the authors of their biography, "Van Gogh: The Life."
In his biography of Steve Jobs, author Walter Isaacson recounts the revelation that Jobs declined early surgery, a procedure that might have been life-saving, upon being diagnosed with cancer. The book also includes a report detailing appli…
**Madoffs** In their initial interview regarding the crimes of Bernard Madoff, the son and wife of the man who defrauded billions offer the first intimate account from his immediate family. Ruth Madoff and her son Andrew recount to Morle…
**A Lobbyist's Playbook** Jack Abramoff, the former lobbyist and now a convicted criminal at the heart of the most significant Washington corruption scandal of recent decades, grants his first television interview to Lesley Stahl. He det…
**Insiders:** Steve Kroft investigates the legal avenues available to American lawmakers for profiting from insider knowledge through stock trading. **Taser:** Law enforcement officials champion the Taser as a life-saving tool that minim…

Amidst one of the most severe economic downturns of recent decades, Christine Lagarde ascended to become the head of the International Monetary Fund, swiftly establishing herself as one of the world’s most influential women. The Pledge: …
**Hard Times Generation** – "60 Minutes" returns to Central Florida with cameras to capture a stark escalation in homelessness: families, including children, now living in their vehicles. **The Flavorists** – Morley Safer explores the wo…
## Prosecuting Wall Street Two whistleblowers recount to Steve Kroft how their warnings regarding fraudulent and substandard mortgages were dismissed by their respective companies, providing an uncommon glimpse into the fundamental cause…
Steve Kroft presses President Obama on a spectrum of pressing issues: his tenure in the White House, the state of the American economy and persistent unemployment, and the budgetary challenges gripping Washington. Warren Buffett, the ren…
Lesley Stahl, the Majority Leader of "60 Minutes," presses House Majority Leader Eric Cantor on the partisan gridlock impeding legislation and contributing to the U.S. Congress's diminished standing with the American public. "The Gardens…
This Christmas season, 60 Minutes presents a special edition featuring two segments drawn from earlier broadcasts. The first, originally aired on April 10, 2011, sees Morley Safer exploring the Vatican Library, a repository of some of hu…
In this week's program, Lesley Stahl profiles House Majority Leader Eric Cantor. Next, Sam Eshaghoff recounts his methods for taking the SAT and ACT college entrance exams on behalf of others. Finally, mountain climber Alex Honnold appears …
A digital landscape overflows with sites promising miracle cures through untested stem cell therapies for devastating diseases. In the military, camaraderie manifests as shared brotherhood, yet within the Lone Star Battalion, a deeper bond …
Groupon – In his first significant interview since the online daily deals company went public late last year, the founder and CEO discusses a business Forbes has identified as the fastest growing globally. Qatar – This small, affluent na…
Scott Pelley journeyed to Kenya to witness the spectacle of the great wildebeest migration; Bob Simon chronicled the creation of an elephant dictionary in Central Africa; and Lara Logan spoke with anthropologist Jane Goodall.
Scott Pelley conducts an interview with Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. Steve Kroft profiles NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Lara Logan reports on the management of big-game populations through breeding and hunting programs in the United…
Morley Safer profiles three notable women. First, an interview with Dolly Parton, broadcast June 7, 2009, covering her life, musical journey, and the creation of the Broadway adaptation of her film "9 to 5." Then, on May 17, 2009, Mor…
## Deception at Duke Scott Pelley reports on a Duke University oncologist accused by his supervisor of manipulating data in a study concerning a promising new cancer treatment. ## India's Gold India’s appetite for gold drives a st…
**Unemployment's Grip** – With millions of Americans facing prolonged joblessness, Scott Pelley examines a program striving to reintegrate those out of work for a year or more into the workforce. **Healing with Hope** – A Harvard psychol…
**The Birdmen (Steve Kroft) – October 11, 2009:** Steve Kroft examines a burgeoning trend in extreme adventure: men who leap from mountaintops in wingsuits, soaring at speeds exceeding 225 miles per hour. **Alone on the Wall (Lara Logan)…
The Stuxnet worm, a remarkably intricate piece of malware that crippled Iran's nuclear facilities, has since become publicly known. Its design and techniques are now accessible to potential adversaries—terrorist groups or nations operating …
**The Spymaster Speaks:** As the prospect of a nuclear-equipped Iran enters the political discourse of an election year, Meir Dagan, former head of Israel's intelligence agency, shares his perspective on the Iranian nuclear issue in convers…
Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX, achieved a historic milestone as the first private individual to successfully launch a spacecraft into orbit and return it to Earth. He now faces competition from established aerospace giants in the endeavor to…
**Reviving Chrysler** A mere few years prior, Chrysler faced bankruptcy, its prospects dire. Today, under the leadership of Sergio Marchionne and as part of a newly formed entity through an alliance with Fiat, the automaker has achieved …
The final Space Shuttle launch last July triggered the loss of jobs for seven thousand employees at the Kennedy Space Center, a blow to household incomes that has significantly impacted the local economy. In the realm of health, a leadin…
## An Imperfect Union Steve Kroft examines the European debt crisis, where nations with weaker economies grapple with mounting debt, striving to avert a financial collapse within the Eurozone – a crisis with potentially far-reaching cons…
"60 Minutes" will dedicate its entire hour to a tribute to Mike Wallace, the esteemed colleague and original founding correspondent, who passed away on April 7th at the age of ninety-three.
## The Case Against Lehman Steve Kroft investigates the catastrophic collapse of Lehman Brothers, speaking with the bank examiner whose detailed inquiry exposes the intricate factors behind the firm's bankruptcy – an event that ignited t…
**Hard Measures** José Rodriguez, the former director of the CIA's Clandestine Service, recounts his experiences with "enhanced interrogation techniques"—including waterboarding—employed on prominent al Qaeda prisoners, in an interview w…
**The Raptor** Two pilots, citing safety and health concerns, have chosen to risk their careers to become military whistleblowers, speaking out about the F-22 Raptor. **Cleaning Up Whitley County** In a Kentucky county plagued by …
Henry "Hank" Crumpton, the legendary retired CIA officer, recounts his experiences in espionage to Lara Logan, detailing his time as Deputy Director of the CIA's Counter-Terrorism Center during the initial stages of the war in Afghanistan. …
**Dropping Out** A program by billionaire Peter Thiel that offers financial incentives for students to forgo college is drawing both interest and controversy. The internet entrepreneur argues his initiative presents a practical alternati…
The Medal of Honor was bestowed upon Dakota Meyer in a recent interview, offering a glimpse into his experience. Alongside this, we present portraits of five sibling pairs who chose to serve together in the complexities of the Afghan confli…
Scott Pelley spoke with SpaceX CEO Elon Musk about the burgeoning field of private space travel. Lesley Stahl’s report examines the murder of a neo-Nazi and the expanding landscape of hate groups within the United States. Meanwhile, Bob Sim…
Scott Pelley conducts an interview with Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. Lara Logan reports on the breeding and hunting of large game within the United States. Steve Kroft profiles Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
Steve Kroft investigates the legal avenues through which American legislators acquire stock based on privileged, unreleased information. Byron Pitts profiles Freeman Hrabowski, president of the University of Maryland-Baltimore County. And L…
The veracity of humanitarian Greg Mortenson’s acclaimed narratives has been subject to scrutiny. Additionally, Howard Buffett's impending assumption of leadership at his father Warren Buffett’s vast, multi-billion dollar investment firm is …
Steve Kroft investigates the computer worm known as Stuxnet; Bob Simon travels to Qatar; and Lesley Stahl profiles the illicit trade in expensive white truffles.
In a conversation with former Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff, Lesley Stahl explores his past. Morley Safer examines the growing trend of "redshirting," where children with later birthdays are delayed in entering formal schooling. And Bob…
Walter Isaacson recently spoke about his biography of Steve Jobs. Separately, a report details applications specifically created to aid communication for individuals with autism.
Lara Logan speaks with Michael Morton, who endured nearly a quarter-century of imprisonment for a crime he did not commit. Byron Pitts reports on the surging demand for gold in India. Anderson Cooper profiles Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps.
Central Florida faces a growing challenge with homelessness, a situation detailed in a recent report. Separately, perspectives on the life and death of Vincent van Gogh have been explored with leading biographers, prompting questions about …
Sanjay Gupta explores the question of sugar's potential toxicity, while Lesley Stahl examines prosopagnosia, a condition that impairs the ability to recognize faces.
Scott Pelley investigates a program intended to re-enter long-term unemployed individuals into the workforce. Morley Safer profiles the world of artificial food flavors, while Bob Simon shines a light on the Kimbanguist Symphony Orchestra o…
This collection features an examination of the Lehman Brothers collapse, gleaned from a conversation with a bank examiner who scrutinized the firm. It also includes a report on the sex-abuse crisis within the Irish Catholic Church, alongsid…
"The Pledge" presents a revisiting of its profile on conservative anti-tax advocate Grover Norquist. "Stem Cell Fraud" returns with its investigation into a physician who deceptively promotes stem cell treatments for cerebral palsy. And "Th…
"Resurrecting Chrysler" presents a feature revisiting the efforts to revive the automotive company. "The Flavorists" offers a repeat broadcast of the program exploring those who craft artificial flavors for food. And "Teacher to the World" …
In a notable interview, Scott Pelley spoke with a former member of the Navy SEAL team responsible for the operation that killed Osama bin Laden.
"The Spymaster Speaks" presents a re-airing of an interview with the former director of Israel's intelligence agency. "The Player" features a revisiting of a profile on the renowned sports agent, Drew Rosenhaus. And "The Year of Adele" offe…
Barack Obama and Mitt Romney participated in an interview.


