This week on “Sunday Morning” (March 5)
The Emmy Award-winning “CBS Sunday Morning” is broadcast on CBS Sundays beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. “Sunday Morning” also streams on the CBS News app beginning at 12:00 p.m. ET. (Download it here.)
Host: Jane Pauley
COVER STORY: The CHIPS Act: Rebuilding America’s technological infrastructure
In today’s wired world, chips power more than just computers. Cars, appliances, even toys rely on tiny silicon semiconductors, the vast majority of which are made in Taiwan. Supply chain disruptions caused by natural disasters or geopolitics could put America’s chip supply in jeopardy – and its whole economy at risk. The $280 billion CHIPS Act aims to rebuild America’s critical technology infrastructure, including the subsidizing of chip manufacturing facilities in the U.S. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how Silicon Valley is partnering with the government to ensure our country’s technological leadership, and why not everyone is happy about it.
For more info:
- “Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology” by Chris Miller (Scribner), in Hardcover, eBook and Audio formats, available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound
- Christopher Miller, associate professor of international history, Tufts University
- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Hsinchu, Taiwan
- Intel
COMICS: Charles Schulz + Peanuts
Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
For more info:
- Peanuts at gocomics.com
- peanuts.com (official site)
- Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, Calif.
- Warm Puppy Café, Santa Rosa, Calif.
- “Charles M. Schulz: The Art and Life of the Peanuts Creator in 100 Objects” by Benjamin L Clark, Nat Gertler, and the Charles M. Schulz Museum (Weldon Owen), in Hardcover and eBook formats, available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Indiebound
- Pearls Before Swine by Stephan Pastis at gocomics.com
CRIME: Alex Murdaugh conviction
Correspondent Nikki Batiste reports on the conclusion of the sensational double-murder trial.
TV: Comedian Nick Kroll
Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz reports.
To watch a trailer for “History of the World, Part II” click on the video player below:
For more info:
- nickkroll.com
- “History of the World, Part II” debuts March 6 on Hulu
- “Kroll Show” (Comedy Central)
- Largo at the Coronet, Los Angeles
PASSAGE: In memoriam
U.S.: Donna’s Law: A new suicide prevention tool
In any given year, suicide accounts for between 60-65% of all gun deaths in the United States (approximately 25,000). So far, three states have passed legislation called Donna’s Law, which would allow people who fear that they may become suicidal to place themselves (voluntarily and confidentially) on a “do not sell” list, to block their purchase of a gun. Correspondent Susan Spencer looks at an innovative way to save lives.
For more info:
- Donna’s Law
- New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center, Rutgers School of Public Health
- University of Alabama law professor Fredrick Vars
- Mental health advocate Bryan Barks
- “Weapon of Choice: Fighting Gun Violence While Respecting Gun Rights” by Ian Ayres & Fredrick E. Vars (Harvard University Press), in Hardcover, eBook and Audio formats, available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound
- “Guns and Suicide: An American Epidemic” by Michael D. Anestis (Oxford University Press), in Hardcover and eBook formats, available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound
HARTMAN: Geese
TV: Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show”: “It’s almost like therapy for me”
It’s always sunny on “The Tonight Show,” where host Jimmy Fallon can’t help being playful and funny. Fallon talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about his late-night job – bringing joy to audiences and celebrating the talent of his guests – and about the return of his musical variety show, “That’s My Jam.”
For more info:
- “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on NBC
- “That’s My Jam” – Season 2 premieres March 7 on NBC
- Thanks to Electric Lady Studios, New York City
ART: The mysteries of Johannes Vermeer
The 17th century artist, hailed for his use of light and for the serenity of his painted scenes, was a master of the Dutch Golden Age. For the first time, 28 of Johannes Vermeer’s exquisite paintings – the majority of his life’s work – have been assembled at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam for what’s considered a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition. Correspondent Seth Doane explores the story behind Vermeer’s life and art.
For more info:
- “Vermeer” at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam (through June 4)
- Art historian David De Haan
- Museum Prinsenhof, Delft
COMMENTARY: Michelle Miller on a lifetime’s search for a sense of “Belonging”
The co-host of “CBS Saturday Morning,” and author of the memoir “Belonging: A Daughter’s Search for Identity Through Love and Loss,” talks about her family story, her biracial background, and her struggle to find acceptance.
For more info:
- “Belonging: A Daughter’s Search for Identity Through Love and Loss” by Michelle Miller (HarperCollins), in Hardcover, eBook and Audio formats, available March 14 via Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound
- Michelle Miller, CBS News
NATURE: TBD
WEB EXCLUSIVES:
2023 OSCARS: Watch scenes from the best picture nominees
Check out highlights from the 10 nominated films up for the Academy Awards’ top prize, as well as interviews with the stars and filmmakers.
For more info:
- Oscar nominations: “Everything Everywhere All at Once” leads nods for Academy Awards with 11
- The Oscars will be presented on March 12.
- Complete CBSNews.com coverage: The Academy Awards
“HERE COMES THE SUN”: Actors Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, plus Samantha Smith’s letter (Video)
Actors Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson sit down with Tracy Smith to discuss their latest film, “The Banshees of Inisherin.” Then, Mo Rocca travels to Maine to learn about Samantha Smith and her fearless letter to the Soviet Union.
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