Tag: 60 Minutes

MediavideosOct 9, 2026

Bill Owens and Wendy McMahon Reveal Why They Left CBS News

Former 60 Minutes boss Bill Owens and former CBS News president Wendy McMahon spoke out at the inaugural Jupiter Festival about their departures in 2025. They detailed deep concerns over corporate interference and editorial censorship within the network. Owens and McMahon pointed to pressures surrounding a high-profile legal dispute and proposed settlements as major turning points. Their remarks shed light on mounting tensions between corporate leadership and journalistic integrity at major broadcasting networks.

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MediavideosOct 6, 2026

60 Minutes Beats Last Season's Viewership Bar for First Time

CBS News' flagship program, '60 Minutes', has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing its previous season's average viewership. This marks the first time the show has hit this benchmark under its current management team. Despite the success, the program saw only a marginal increase in year-over-year ratings, even with a strong lead-in from a highly-rated NFL game. The episode featured segments on AI, a political interview, and historical restoration.

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