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The Dish: “Chopped” celebrity chef Marc Murphy shares recipes

Marc Murphy was born a world traveler. He was the son of a U.S. diplomat and by the time he was 12 years old, he had already lived in Milan, Paris, Rome, and Washington D.C. Through it all, the one constant was food. He is now one of the top chefs and restaurantures in the country. His widely popular restaurants include Landmarc, Ditch Plains, Kingside, and the newly opened Grey Salt as well as a catering company, Benchmarc Events. He has recently written his first cookbook — “Season with Authority: Confident Home Cooking.” Marc Murphy joins “CBS This Morning.” Source

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Director David O. Russell discusses Golden Globe nominated film, “Joy”

With such films as “I Heart Huckabees,” “Silver Linings Playbook,” “The Fighter” and “American Hustle,” under his belt, five-time Academy Award nominee David O. Russell has become one of Hollywood’s most sought after directors and screenwriters. His latest film, “Joy,” is loosely based on the life of “Miracle Mop” inventor and home shopping star Joy Mangano. The film stars Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro. “Joy” was recently nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and Jennifer Lawrence received a nod for Best Actress. David O. Russell joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday.” Source

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“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” shatters box office record

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” is already a hit at the box office. Disney is now predicting its continuation of the franchise will earn at least $215 million in the U.S. by Sunday, besting the record opening-weekend numbers set by “Jurassic World” six months ago. References to this blockbuster film are popping up everywhere, including the White House. Anthony Mason reports on why this movie could break other records if enthusiastic fans continue to flock to theaters. Source

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President Obama addresses domestic security

At a year-end news conference, President Obama was asked how he could reassure the nation there are no credible terror threats during the holidays. The president acknowledged it is hard for law enforcement agencies to know about lone wolf activities before they occur. Source

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B.J. Novak explains inspiration behind The List App

Actor B.J. Novak is adding app developer to his resume as the co-founder of The List App. It allows people, publications and other media outlets to make lists about various topics. Novak joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the idea behind his app, used by the likes of Mindy Kaling and Snoop Dogg. Source

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Epic “Star Wars” sequel cashing in far beyond box office

Many “Star Wars” fans are giving galaxy-shattering reviews of the latest in the franchise, “The Force Awakens.” The film opened Thursday night for preview showings. The movie could break box office records, and businesses are trying to cash in. Vladimir Duthiers reports. Source

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