The Emmy-winning CBS News Sunday Morning returns Sunday, March 29. The broadcast airs on CBS at 9:00 a.m. ET and streams on the CBS News app beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET; full episodes are also available on demand via CBSNews.com, Paramount+ and other streaming platforms. Jane Pauley hosts; Rand Morrison is executive producer.
Cover story: A sister’s fight to free Elizabeth Tsurkov
Princeton doctoral student Elizabeth Tsurkov spent 903 days as a captive in Iraq after being kidnapped by an Iran-backed militia, enduring isolation and torture. In a moving interview, reporter Erin Moriarty speaks with Elizabeth — now recovering — and her sister Emma, who mounted an international campaign to secure her release in September 2025, lobbying governments and raising public awareness. For more background, see reach.global and elizabeth-tsurkov.net.
Almanac: March 29
A look back at notable events that occurred on this date in history.
Arts: A concrete jungle of orchids
This year’s Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden features an immersive “concrete jungle” of nearly 20,000 orchids created by masked Instagram artist Mr. Flower Fantastic. Anthony Mason tours the exhibit and speaks with the artist about the New York-inspired installations. More information: nybg.org and @mrflowerfantastic on Instagram.
On Broadway: Cats reimagined
Mo Rocca goes behind the scenes of Cats: The Jellicle Ball, a bold reinvention of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic that channels New York City’s ballroom culture, voguing and high-energy competition into a fresh, theatrical take. The segment explores the creative team and performers bringing this provocative revival to the stage.
Sunday Profile: Olivia Munn
Actress Olivia Munn, juggling a busy career and motherhood while starring in the new series Your Friends and Neighbors, opens up to Tracy Smith about a recent breast cancer diagnosis and how it reshaped her priorities and daily life.
Sunday Passage
A weekly in memoriam honoring notable figures who passed away this week.
Sports: Michael Jordan on NASCAR
Gayle King interviews Michael Jordan about his role as co-owner of 23XI Racing, his competitive drive off the basketball court, his legal efforts to influence the sport, and how he channels his pursuit of excellence into new ventures.
Commentary: Geoff Bennett
PBS NewsHour co-anchor Geoff Bennett reflects on the influence of Black comedians on American comedy in his new book, Black Out Loud, and considers the legacy of performers who shaped the field long before the sitcom era.
Politics: Rand Paul interview
Robert Costa sits down with Sen. Rand Paul, chairman of the Homeland Security Committee, for a discussion about his priorities and the debates shaping national security policy.
Nature: Roseate spoonbills
A visit to Florida’s Orlando Wetlands introduces viewers to the striking roseate spoonbills that inhabit the marshes and shallow waters there.
Live event: David Pogue at 92nd Street Y
Lee Cowan will host a conversation with technology writer David Pogue about his new book, Apple: The First 50 Years, at the 92nd Street Y in New York City on Thursday, April 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available for both in-person attendance and streaming.
Web exclusives and how to watch
Sunday Morning maintains a presence across platforms: full episodes on demand at CBSNews.com and Paramount+, audio podcast episodes, and social updates via Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Bluesky. Check local listings for air times in your city.
Share your suns
The program continues its longtime tradition of collecting viewer-submitted sun artwork. Email submissions to [email protected].