Season 36

E1. Tulia, Texas/Musically Speaking/Eminent Domain

Sep 28, 2003 · 45m

"Tulia, Texas" interviews a former undercover drug officer accused of targeting the black community with racially motivated drug sting. "Musically Speaking" talks to a young musical savant named Rex. "Eminent Domain" investigates the controversial practice of government forcing private citizens to sell their homes and businesses. "Andy Rooney" talks about the Democratic candidates for president.

E2. Dr. Sam Waksal/Skull and Bones/For Love of Money

Oct 5, 2003 · 45m

"Dr. Sam Waksal" interviews the founder and former CEO of the biotech firm ImClone who is in the middle of one of the largest stock scandals of the past year. "Skull and Bones" investigates the mysterious Yale secret society that counts George W. Bush as one of its members. "For Love of Money" examines how the families of grooms in India still demand a dowries. "Andy Rooney" talks about baseball in October.

E3. Cooking the Books/How Many Miles to the Gallon?/Sainthood

Oct 12, 2003 · 45m

"Cooking the Books" interview Richard Scrushy the former CEO of HealthSouth Corporation who is accused of committing securities fraud. "How Many Miles to the Gallon?" examines the U.S.'s dependence on foreign oil and how Detroit is resisting efforts to move to more fuel-efficient cars. "Sainthood" examines whether the Vatican is making too many saints. "Andy Rooney" talks about how the president needs to do more to make the U.S. less hated.

E4. Gimme Shelter/Nation Building/The Case Against Dr. Butler

Oct 19, 2003 · 45m

"Gimme Shelter" examines whether prestigious accounting and law firms are selling tax shelters that are of questionable legality. "Nation Building" examines whether American and European efforts at nation building have been successful in the Bosnian city of Mostar. "The Case Against Dr. Butler" examines the investigation of a scientist who reported 30 vials of bubonic plague missing from his lab. "Andy Rooney" talks about dropping the use of the title of the first lady.

E5. Terror in Moscow/Yucca Mountain/Undercover Marketing

Oct 26, 2003 · 45m

"Terror in Moscow" examines how video cameras recorded the horror of the Moscow Theater terrorist crisis. "Yucca Mountain" looks at the government's plan to store 70,000 tons of nuclear waste in Nevada. "Undercover Marketing" investigates how marketers are now attempting to secretly selling to people who don't know they're being sold to. "Andy Rooney" talks about diet books.

E6. An Island of Sanity/Pirates of the Internet/Mary J

Nov 2, 2003 · 45m

"An Island of Sanity" visits the Jewish Hadassah Medical in Jerusalem where Palestinians and Jews work side-by-side treating patients without animosity. "Pirates of the Internet" examines how Hollywood is responding to Internet movie pirates. "Mary J" interviews the hip-hop diva Mary J. Blige. "Andy Rooney" talks about what the president should say to the nation.

E7. Jessica Lynch's Hero/Arafat's Billions/Mr. Feinberg

Nov 9, 2003 · 45m

"Jessica Lynch's Hero" interviews Patrick Miller the real hero of the Jessica Lynch saga. "Arafat's Billions" examines how Yasser Arafat diverted almost one billion dollars of public funds to ensure his own survival. "Mr. Feinberg" interviews the man who decides how much victims can collect from 9/11. "Andy Rooney" talks about the angry response to his last commentary.

E8. Chemical Plant Insecurity/They Didn't Ask, He Didn't Tell/The Kuwait of Africa

Nov 16, 2003 · 45m

"Chemical Plant Insecurity" investigates the lax security at U.S. plants that contain deadly chemicals. "They Didn't Ask, He Didn't Tell" interviews a senior Army officer who was dismissed because he was gay. "The Kuwait of Africa" examines Equatorial Guinea which remains a poor African country despite its vast oil reserves due to a corrupt political regime. "Andy Rooney" talks about his computer use.

E9. Porn in the U.S., Still Fighting, Howard Hughes, Jeopardy!

Nov 23, 2003 · 45m

“Porn in the U.S.” examines the $10 billion pornography industry in the United States. “Still Fighting” reports on how former prisoners of war from the first Gulf War are trying to collect a judgment for the torture and brutality they suffered. “Howard Hughes” looks at how the Howar d Hughes Medical Institute became one of the riches charities in the United States.“Jeopardy!” goes behind the scenes of the famous quiz show. “Andy Rooney” comments on his personal likes and dislikes.

E10. Alice Coles of Bayview, Answers from the Grave, L.T. Over the Edge

Nov 30, 2003 · 45m

“Alice Coles of Bayview” looks at how one woman helped transform her poor village in rural Virginia into a bustling community with modern homes. “Answers from the Grave” examines how DNA technology is being used to locate missing people in war zones. “L.T. Over the Edge” interviews former football player Lawrence Taylor about his rough life after football. “Andy Rooney” looks at road rage.

E11. The Look, Operation Iraqi Freedom?, King Solomon

Dec 7, 2003 · 45m

“The Look” investigates whether Abercrombie & Fitch is discriminating by hiring only attractive, mostly white salespeople. “Operation Iraqi Freedom?” examines how Iraqis in Karbala elected a city council only to have them unseated by U.S. forces. “King Solomon” interviews soul music icon Solomon Burke. “Andy Rooney” talks about presidential travel.

E12. Saddam Hussein's Capture

Dec 14, 2003 · 45m

60 Minutes reports on the capture of Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. David Martin offers a report on the capture of Saddam near Tikrit. Lesley Stahl interviews Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld about the significance of the capture. Dan Rather discusses and analyzes an interview he did with the dictator from earlier this year. Thalia Assuras offers a report from Iraq on the capture. “Andy Rooney” offers his thoughts on the matter.

E13. Behind Bars, John Edwards, President?, The Fence

Dec 21, 2003 · 45m

“Behind Bars” interviews Paul Bremer about what it was like to meet imprisoned Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein. “John Edwards, President?” profiles the Senator from North Carolina who is attempting to win the Democratic presidential nomination. “The Fence” examines how a 400-mile fence is being built in Israel to protect the country from Palestinians. “Andy Rooney” talks about holiday gift ads.

E14. Michael Jackson, Iraq After Saddam

Dec 28, 2003 · 45m

“Michael Jackson” interviews the famous singer about the sexual molestation charges against him. “Iraq After Saddam” examines the difficulties facing efforts to reconstitute the police forces of Iraq. “Andy Rooney” talks about Christmas and the proliferation of holidays.

E15. More Than They Deserve, The Eyes Have It, Turkmenbashi, Does the Nose Know?, Bering Strait

Jan 4, 2004 · 45m

“More Than They Deserve” looks at why judges are now protesting the long jail sentences that mandatory-minimum laws mandate for drug offenses. “The Eyes Have It” talks to a Harvard professor who teaches students how to look at their environment. “Turkmenbashi” interviews the eccentric dictator of Turkmenistan. “Does the Nose Know?” examines how some drug and bomb-sniffing dogs are unreliable. “Bering Strait” rebroadcasts an interview with a country music band from Russia. “Andy Rooney” looks at store mannequins.

E16. Inside the Bush White House, Out of India, The Greyston Bakery

Jan 11, 2004 · 45m

“Inside the Bush White House” interviews former Treasury Secretary Paul O’Neill about his decision to leave the Bush White House. “Out of India” examines how more American companies are sending jobs overseas to India. “The Greyston Bakery” looks at a business that not only employs the disenfranchised but also puts its profits into social services. “Andy Rooney” talks about cleaning out his closet.

E17. John Kerry, Farewell to the Queen, Doing Business with the Enemy

Jan 25, 2004 · 45m

“John Kerry” profiles and interviews the Democratic presidential candidate. “Farewell to the Queen” goes on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 for its historic last trans-Atlantic cross. “Doing Business with the Enemy” examines how pension plans and mutual funds are investing in companies that do business with states that support terrorism. “Andy Rooney” talks about Bush’s plans for space.

E18. Faith, Hope & Politics, The Sunni Triangle, The Man with the Golden Ears

Feb 8, 2004 · 45m

“Faith, Hope & Politics” examines the influence of evangelical Christians in the United States government. “The Sunni Triangle” interviews some of the soldiers patrolling one of the most dangerous areas in Iraq. “The Man with the Golden Ears” interviews legendary music executive Clive Davis. “Andy Rooney” talks about the Super Bowl halftime show controversy.

E19. Nuclear Insecurity, Self-Made Maverick, Pilobolus

Feb 15, 2004 · 45m

“Nuclear Insecurity” examines lax security at some of the facilities that house America’s nuclear weapons and the materials used to make them. “Self-Made Maverick” profiles billionaire Internet and sports entrepreneur Mark Cuban. “Pilobolus” profiles the famous modern dance group. “Andy Rooney” talks about deceptive advertising.

E20. Boosting, The Patriot, The Wild Man of Music

Feb 22, 2004 · 45m

“Boosting” examines how South American gangs are ripping off American stores in a practice of organized shoplifting. “The Patriot” investigates some serious problems with the Patriot missile defense system. “The Wild Man of Music” profiles famed Russian conductor Valery Gergiev.

E21. Lost in the Translation, Surf's Up, A True Confession

Feb 29, 2004 · 45m

“Lost in the Translation” looks at how North Korea is using the Diary of Anne Frank and a propaganda tool against the United States. “Surf’s Up” interviews big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. “A True Confession” examines how interrogators can sometimes convince innocent people to make a false confession. “Andy Rooney” talks about previews and ads before movies.

E22. The Blame Game, The Bishop, Geno's Game

Mar 7, 2004 · 45m

“The Blame Game” talks to Ahmed Chalabi a wealthy Iraqi exile who is accused of misleading the U.S. about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. “The Bishop” interviews Bishop Gene Robinson the first openly gay bishop in the Episcopal Church. “Geno’s Game” profiles successful University of Connecticut women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma. “Andy Rooney” talks about things that are true.

E23. Prescriptions and Profit, Hubble, The Last Gangster

Mar 14, 2004 · 45m

“Prescriptions and Profit” looks at why Americans pay more for prescription drugs than anyone in the world. “Hubble” examines how the future of the Hubble Space Telescope is in danger due to budget cuts. “The Last Gangster” interviews ’Big Ron’ Previte a former gangster in the Philadelphia Mafia. “Andy Rooney” responds to letters.

E24. 9-11 Before and After, The Second Most Wanted Man

Mar 21, 2004 · 45m

“9-11 Before and After” offers an exclusive interview with former White House terrorism adviser Richard Clarke who talks about the Bush administration’s view on terrorism before and after 9/11. “The Second Most Wanted Man” updates a previous broadcasts segment on Ayman Al-Zawahiri who is Osama bin Laden’s right hand man. “Andy Rooney” talks about preserving the institution of marriage.

E25. Condoleezza Rice, Judge Charles Pickering, Freddy Adu

Mar 28, 2004 · 45m

“Condoleezza Rice” interviews the national security adviser about her refusal to testify under oath before the 9/11 Commission. “Judge Charles Pickering” interviews the Appeals Court nominee responds to charges that he is racially insensitive. “Freddy Adu” profiles the 14 year old soccer prodigy. “Andy Rooney” talks about deciding which charities to support.

E26. See No Evil, The Best Possible Deal?, Who Is Jack Spadaro?

Apr 4, 2004 · 45m

“See No Evil” examines how several hospitals employed a nurse who recently confessed to killing dozens of patients under his care. “The Best Possible Deal?” investigates why car buyers may not be getting the best interest rates from car dealerships. “Who Is Jack Spadaro?” interviews a government whistle-blowers who claims the Bush administration covered-up the the reasons behind a toxic coal slurry spill in Appalachia. “Andy Rooney” talks about the book business in America.

E27. Michelle Wie, The Summer Games, Out of Control

Apr 11, 2004 · 45m

“Michelle Wie” interviews the 14-year-old golfing sensation. “The Summer Games” looks at how Greece and the city of Athens are working to complete facilities to host and keep safe the Olympic games. “Out of Control” looks at how the rising AIDS epidemic is hitting India. “Andy Rooney” talks about kitchen gadgets.

E28. Plan of Attack, Mary J

Apr 18, 2004 · 45m

“Plan of Attack” interviews legendary journalist Bob Woodward about his new book on the White House’s plans to attack Iraq. “Mary J” rebroadcasts a segment on hip-hop diva Mary J. Blige who talks about her storied past. “Andy Rooney” talks about increasing gas prices.

E29. The Devil's Advocate, Comrade Capitalist, Self-Made Maverick

Apr 25, 2004 · 45m

“The Devil’s Advocate” interviews Jacques Verges who will defend Saddam Hussein in court. “Comrade Capitalist” interviews a former Marxist guerrilla who has become a multimillionaire South African businessman. “Self-Made Maverick” rebroadcasts an edited segment on sports entrepreneur Mark Cuban. “Andy Rooney” talks about the use of initials.

E30. Deep Dark Secret, Funny Girl, Superbugs

May 2, 2004 · 45m

“Deep Dark Secret” investigates how state institutions in America were once part of the eugenics movement. “Funny Girl” interviews Shazia Mirza a Muslim stand-up comedian. “Superbugs” examines the emergence of drug resistant bacteria and the dangers of the over-prescription of antibiotics. “Andy Rooney” talks about putting things in their place.