Musician Josh Ritter has been called one of the 100 greatest living songwriters. His work has earned him wide acclaim from some high-profile fans such as Stephen King, director Cameron Crowe, and the Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir, who co-wrote an album with him. Anthony Mason reports. Source
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Ziwe stars, produces new Showtime series based on uncomfortable questions
Comedian and social media sensation Ziwe discusses her new late-night Showtime series, “Ziwe.” It’s a no-holds-barred mix of musical numbers, interviews, and sketches that challenge America’s discomfort with race, politics, and other cultural issues. She joins “CBS This Morning” live after telling co-host Anthony Mason about making uncomfortable issues like race funny and why she doesn’t subscribe to cancel culture. Source
Before sexual harassment accusations, Harvey Weinstein had image as star maker and liberal champion
Harvey Weinstein’s name is synonymous in Hollywood for winning Oscars and making stars, but accusations of sexual harassment have created a whole new image. Weinstein has posed as a champion for liberal causes and has raised millions for Democratic politicians over the years. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source
Country music star Eric Church’s emotional tribute to Las Vegas victims
Eric Church broke down on stage at the Grand Ole Opry on Wednesday as he spoke about fans who died in the Las Vegas shooting rampage. Source
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine is 96% effective in teens
Drugmaker said Phase 2 trial of its coronavirus vaccine showed promising results in teens 12- to 17-years-old. Source
Peloton recalls treadmill linked to injuries
Peloton changes course and recalls their ‘Tread +’ treadmills after dozens of injuries and a child’s death were linked to the machine. Anna Werner reports Source
First Lady Dr. Biden surprises the National Teacher of the Year
“CBS This Morning” is celebrating the announcement of the National Teacher of the Year, Nevada’s Juliana Urtubey, along with fellow educator and First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden. Source
Facebook Oversight Board co-chair explains mixed ruling on Trump accounts
The Facebook Oversight Board has upheld the site’s initial decision to lock former President Trump’s accounts, but says indefinite suspension was not appropriate. Co-chair Helle Thorning-Schmidt speaks with Tony Dokoupil. Source
Jill Biden surprises 2021’s Teacher of the Year: “It’s so amazing”
Urtubey, who has called Biden her hero in the past, was shocked and emotional when she encountered the first lady. Source
Promising results vs. COVID variants from Moderna, Pfizer vaccines
Moderna’s results are preliminary and involve the South African and Brazlian variants. Pfizer’s are from real-world data out of Israel on the British variant. Source