Sometimes you just need a well-curated news digest to make sense of the whirlwind that was the past year. So, if you’re the type who prefers a thoughtful recap over a frantic scramble through Twitter trends, CBS has you covered. “CBS News Sunday Morning” is set to air its final episode of 2024 on Sunday, December 29, and it’s shaping up to be a blend of reflection, remembrance, and a dash of New Year’s anticipation.
Anchored by Jane Pauley, the episode will revisit the highs and lows of 2024. While we all know the news cycle can be relentlessly grim, David Pogue will offer a welcome respite with a segment focusing on the positive stories that emerged throughout the year. Because, let’s face it, good news deserves its moment in the sun too.
On a more somber note, Lee Cowan will present a tribute to the notable figures we lost in 2024. Expect a heartfelt segment that acknowledges the impact of those who left their mark on the world.
As we turn our attention to 2025, Luke Burbank will sit down with comedian Nikki Glaser, the host of the 82nd Annual Golden Globes, airing on CBS, Sunday, January 5, 2025. While the Globes often generate their own brand of chaotic energy, Burbank will likely try to get a sense of what Glaser has in store for the upcoming ceremony.
Beyond the big-picture retrospectives, the episode will also feature segments on lighter fare. Conor Knighton explores the rising popularity of mochi, the traditional Japanese New Year’s treat, in the U.S. (Because who doesn’t love a good food trend story?) And because it wouldn’t be a year-end episode without a touch of self-improvement talk, Faith Salie will offer her take on New Year’s resolutions.
Finally, looking forward, the program includes insights from Elizabeth Palmer, Holly Williams, and Robert Costa on potential developments in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Washington, D.C., respectively. Because even on a Sunday morning, geopolitics never sleeps. The episode will also include a look back at some of the more memorable moments from movies, music, TV, and photography in 2024.
“CBS News Sunday Morning” airs Sunday, December 29, from 9:00-10:30 AM, ET on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
