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Luke Burbank explores the growing list of unexplained extraterrestrial “visits” that have captivated the nation and sets out to see if there is actually life out there. Lee Cowan looks at the life and career of actor James Stewart, now profiled in the biographical drama “Jimmy,” soon hitting theaters. Robert Costa reports on the much-discussed and critical upcoming midterm election in Texas.

Dancing With the Stars is breaking voting records even after 35 seasons, cringe Love Is Blind clips are breaking the internet, and Love Island is still breaking hearts week after week... It seems we are having a reality TV renaissance. But what's behind it?

Are we yearning for people to be “real” and "messy" in an online world so otherwise polished? Or are we falling for a trap? Is reality TV the furthest thing from reality of all?

CBS News correspondents Vlad Duthiers and Kelly O'Grady are breaking it down in the very first episode of the new series, "Straight Up."

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Actress Parker Posey ("Party Girl," "The White Lotus," "Wild Horse Nine") talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about her movie and TV career, during which she was dubbed "Queen of the Indies."

David Pogue looks back at the life and legacy of the legendary man of magic and mystery, Harry Houdini. Mo Rocca sits down with Parker Posey (“Best in Show,” “The White Lotus” and many more) to talk about her career and new projects. David Martin has the story of “The Mosquito Bowl,” a football game played on the island of Guadalcanal during WWII before the invasion of Okinawa, which is now the subject of a new movie.

In this extended conversation, correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Carrie Preston, who stars as the quirky lawyer-turned-detective Elsbeth Tascioni in the series "Elsbeth."

Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz talks with character actor John Turturro, a veteran of films by Spike Lee and the Coen Brothers, and star of the new film "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York."

Mo Rocca goes behind the scenes of CBS’ hit series ELSBETH to talk with star Carrie Preston about her career, the series and more. Ben Mankiewicz talks with actor John Turturro about life and his latest project, “The Only Living Pickpocket in New York.” Tracy Smith is on Broadway, where she talks with the cast of “Other Desert Cities,” including Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Allison Janney and Ed Harris.

Tracy Smith heads to Broadway to talk with Billy Crystal about his new one-man show “860” about the loss of his home in last year’s Palisades fire in California. Luke Burbank is on the road with singer-songwriter Noah Kahan (“Stick Season,” “The Great Divide”), who opens up about his career, his life, and his work to destigmatize mental health challenges. Ted Koppel discusses politics and the upcoming midterm elections with Republican strategist and podcast host Steve Bannon.

Jo Ling Kent goes behind the scenes of Aaron Sorkin’s new film, “The Social Reckoning,” to talk with the award-winning writer about his follow-up to “The Social Network,” and the whistleblowing case at the heart of the new story. Robert Costa talks with author Michael Lewis about his new book, which profiles workers confronted by DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency. Dr. Jon LaPook catches up with actor and author Alan Alda, who is currently battling Parkinson’s disease, to talk about how laughter helps him get through tough times.

Tracy Smith catches up with actor, writer, artist Sylvester Stallone to talk about his classic film “Rocky” turning 50, how the film got made, his career, and his new book, The Steps. Luke Burbank explores the nation’s obsession with true crime in all its forms, including podcasts, television shows such as CBS’ 48 HOURS and more. Seth Doane visits music star Raye in her London home to talk about her career and music.

Jim Axelrod looks at the explosion of online sports gambling and a new series of lawsuits accusing the platforms of causing harmful addictions. Mark Phillips talks with Charles Spencer, brother of the late Princess Diana, about his new memoir, his late sister, and how then-Prince Charles reacted to her death. Norah O’Donnell of CBS MORNINGS and 60 MINUTES tours the new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles and talks with legendary filmmaker George Lucas about his life and work.

David Martin reports on how the war with Iran is putting a strain on the country’s arsenal of high-tech munitions, how the Pentagon and defense contractors are working to replenish the stockpiles, and what it may mean for the future. Katrina Kaufman has a CBS News investigation into the unregulated world of commercial surrogacy in the United States and the serious ethical questions surrounding an industry with few legal safeguards. Forty-one years after the wreckage of the Titanic was discovered, Lee Cowan looks at the history of some famous shipwrecks.

Lee Cowan visits three communities forever changed by the terrorist attacks on 9/11, where the act of remembering goes hand in hand with healing. In honor of the holiday weekend, Adam Yamaguchi travels to Japan in search of what many believe is the best hamburger on Earth. Rita Braver spoke with Gloria Steinem in this 2023 feature about the history and impact of Ms. magazine over the past 50 years.

Lee Cowan reports on how accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are helping alleviate the housing shortage and giving homeowners new options. Jane Pauley offers a history of the Ardrossan Estate, a sprawling 50-room Gilded Age-inspired mansion along Philadelphia’s “Main Line” that inspired the play and film “The Philadelphia Story.” Pauley also visits the nearby Chanticleer Garden. Lee Cowan looks at the life and legacy of entertainer and entrepreneur Dolly Parton.

David Pogue reports on the growing menace of ticks, the tiny pest that has become the bane of outdoor activities. Mo Rocca tells the story behind a famous 1958 photograph of 57 jazz giants on a stoop in Harlem. Serena Altschul travels to Luna Parc, a unique home in New Jersey that is truly a work of art.

Jonathan Vigliotti looks into the shifts in our weather this summer and what’s behind the changes. Robert Costa catches up with Rahm Emanuel, the former White House chief of staff, former member of the US House of Representatives, and possible presidential candidate. Ian Lee heads to a rodeo to report on the giant belt buckles cowboys win in the competition.

Lee Cowan brings us the story of a young woman whose efforts to save a local bowling alley in Maine have inspired her entire community. In a joint investigation with The Marshall Project, Erin Moriarty examines the consequences for mothers whose babies test positive for even trace amounts of THC, an active ingredient in marijuana. The New Yorker’s Kelefa Sanneh compares notes with Gay Talese – the legendary New York Times reporter and author who calls himself a “lamplighter” who shines a light on the unseen.

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Jo Ling Kent reports on the affordability crisis and whether or not the American dream of home ownership is still widely attainable. Tracy Smith sits down with actor Scarlett Johansson to talk about her life as founder of The Outset, a skincare business. Nancy Giles heads to Philadelphia to see how artist Stacey Lee Webber literally turns money into art.

Lee Cowan visits North Dakota to see the challenges of growing old in America firsthand and the organization bringing neighbors together to support one another. Nancy Giles goes behind the scenes and into the studio with artist Derrick Adams. Seth Doane talks with singer Corinne Bailey Rae, whose hit song “Put Your Records On” is 20 years old, about life since then and what’s happening now.