Paul McCartney recently uncovered photographs he’d thought were lost – ones he took during The Beatles’ first tour of America in 1964. The pictures – candid shots from the vantage point of newly-anointed superstars – are the basis of a new book, “1964: Eyes of the Storm,” and an exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery. Correspondent Anthony Mason gets a private tour with McCartney, who talks about documenting the astonishing welcome that the “lads from Liverpool” received. Source
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Rediscovering Paul McCartney’s photos of The Beatles’ 1964 invasion
The Beatle’s recently uncovered photographs, long thought lost, are the basis of his new book, “1964: Eyes of the Storm,” and an exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery. “Sunday Morning” got a private tour. Source
Transgender youth and the fight over medical care
Six-tenths of a percent (0.006) of all Americans identify as transgender, including about 300,000 teenagers. At least 121,000 trans kids have been diagnosed with gender dysphoria – severe distress, even suicidal thoughts, related to their gender identity. But since 2021, 20 states have enacted full or partial bans of minors receiving care that doctors say could ease suffering and even save their lives. Correspondent Susan Spencer talks with family members trying to help their loved ones, and with the president of a conservative advocacy group working to make health care for trans minors illegal. Source
“The Ed Sullivan Show”: A look back after 75 years
Between 1948 and 1971, millions of TV viewers made an appointment every Sunday night to watch Ed Sullivan present a cavalcade of variety acts on CBS – from rising and established musicians, to dancers, comedians and plate spinners. Correspondent Tracy Smith looks back at the legacy of an entertainment kingmaker with Andrew and Josh Solt, who oversee the massive Ed Sullivan archives; and talks with Otis Williams of The Temptations (who appeared on “The Ed Sullivan Show” six times); and with Debbie Gendler, who as a 13-year-old fan attended The Beatles’ very first Sullivan show performance on February 9, 1964. Source
Paul R. Williams, “the Michael Jordan of African American architects”
One of Los Angeles’ most revered architects, Paul Revere Williams (1894-1980) designed homes and hotels known for their grace and elegance, as well as commercial buildings in many styles – some 3,000 buildings in all. Yet he made his name at a time when an African American architect was not expected to succeed. Correspondent Mark Whitaker examines the mark Williams left on Hollywood, and on the field of architecture. Source
Passage: Remembering Daniel Ellsberg
Daniel Ellsberg, the government analyst and whistleblower whose leak of the Pentagon Papers to The New York Times and Washington Post exposed “lies and deceptions” behind America’s military operations during the Vietnam War, died on Friday, June 16, at the age of 92. Jane Pauley reports. Source
Human composting: The rising interest in natural burial
Natural organic reduction (or human composting), a natural process that transforms the body into soil, has become a recognized alternative to embalming, and a climate-friendly option compared to cremation. Source
“It was magical”: A Beatles fan on their “Ed Sullivan Show” appearance
As a 13-year-old Beatles fan, Debbie Gendler got to attend the Fab Four’s very first performance on “The Ed Sullivan Show” on February 9, 1964. In this web exclusive, she talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about being in the same room as The Beatles on that magical night. Source
The fight over medical care for transgender youth
At least 121,000 trans youth have been diagnosed with gender dysphoria, which can lead to depression and even suicidal thoughts. But 20 states have enacted full or partial bans of minors receiving care that doctors say could ease suffering and even save their lives. Source
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Ed Sullivan’s “really big show”
Between 1948 and 1971, millions of TV viewers made an appointment every Sunday night to watch Ed Sullivan present a cavalcade of variety acts on CBS – from rising and established musicians, to dancers, comedians and plate spinners. Source