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Vincent Laforet captures breathtaking aerials in “Air”

Pulitzer-prize winning photographer Vincent Laforet is no stranger to heights. He spent the last year capturing high-altitude aerial photos of cities around the world while harnessed in a helicopter. Laforet joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new book, “Air.” Source

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High art: Photography from the heavens

Vincent Laforet has taken aerial photography to new heights. His vantage point – a helicopter flying at several thousand feet – offers unique views of the world’s great cities. His images have transformed the spaghetti bowls of L.A.’s freeways and the glittering Strip of Las Vegas, and made London’s Big Ben look more like a big jewel. Lee Cowan rides along to see how he does it. Source

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Passage: The Batmobile creator dies

The automotive and TV industries are mourning the loss of a most innovative mind. Hollywood car designer George Barris died this past week at the age of 89. He’s best known for customizing cars for such TV shows as “The Munsters,” “Knight Rider,” and “Batman.” Charles Osgood reports. Source

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The Dish: Louisiana chef John Besh shares recipes from his new book

Chef John Besh is a native son of southern Louisiana, and he’s dedicated to its culinary riches and its traditions. After training in France and Germany, Besh returned home to put down roots in New Orleans and became its most steadfast ambassador, especially after Hurricane Katrina flooded the city in 2005. His talent and drive have made him one of the most respected and celebrated chefs in America today. Besh has 12 restaurants and is the author of four cookbooks. John Besh joins “CBS This Morning.” Source

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