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COVER SUBJECT: What makes a great Christmas song?
According to musicologist Joe Bennett, the most popular and enduring Christmas songs, from “Jingle Bells” to “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” have many similarities. He talks to David Pogue about the most common songwriting components that make a great Christmas classic. Pogue then tries his hand at composing a holiday song, “The Sound of Christmas,” which has its world premiere performed by Broadway star Kerry Butler.
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ALMANAC: December 14
“Sunday Morning” recalls the historical events of this day.
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THIS SEASON: Bouches de Noel: a traditional Christmas treat
Created in France at the end of the nineteenth century, Bûche de Noël is a beloved Christmas treat: a chocolate roll that is a small work of art. Alina Cho talks to food historian Loïc Bienassis about the dessert's origins, while pastry chef Michael Marsollier discusses variations on the traditional boucher.
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BOOKS: Jane Austen at 250: Celebrating a Writer Who Still Inspires New Chapters
Her timeless novels, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma, made British author Jane Austen one of the most exciting names in literature and a favorite theme of the year-long celebration marking the 250th anniversary of her birth. Seth Doane visits Bath, England, the setting of two of the Regency author's six novels, and talks with Devony Loser, author of Wild for Austen. Doan also visits the set of the upcoming miniseries inspired by Austen's characters, The Other Bennet Sister.
For more information:
- Jane Austen FestivalBath, UK
- janeausten.co.uk
- “Wild for Austen: Rebellious, Subversive, and Wild Jane” By Devoni Loser (St. Martin's Press), in hardcover, eBook and audio formats, available online Amazon, Barnes and Noble And Bookstore.org
- Global Jane Austen: Celebrating and Celebrating Jane Austen's 250th Anniversaryat the University of Southampton, England
- The Other Bennet Sister will premiere in 2026 on BBC One and Britbox.
- Jane Austen Society of North America
- janeausten.org
USA: Steps of Faith: How Jason Sudeikis and Friends Bring Hope and Charity to Amputees
Twenty years ago, when Kansas City musician Billy Brimblecom Jr. was diagnosed with cancer, he underwent 13 rounds of chemotherapy and ultimately lost his leg. One of his old friends, former “SNL” and “Ted Lasso” star Jason Sudeikis, rallied to his side, helping raise funds to pay for a prosthetic leg. Since then, Sudeikis, Brimblecome and their friends have held an annual fundraiser called Thundergong, which has helped more than 2,000 amputees across the country pay for prosthetics through the Steps of Faith Foundation. Lee Cowan reports.
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REST: In memory
Sunday Morning remembers some of the great people who have left us this week.
USA: What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
More than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs in 2025, the most since the 2020 COVID pandemic. Layoffs have occurred across many industries, at companies of all sizes, even as corporate profits remain strong. Elaine Quijano speaks with business experts who discuss why companies are resorting to layoffs and the psychological damage that layoffs cause, and why artificial intelligence isn't filling those jobs yet.
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COMMENTARY: Fear of Flying: Faith Sally on Secretary Duffy and the Pajama Resistance
When Transport Secretary Sean Duffy chided airline passengers for not “dressing up” for flights, pilots responded by wearing pajamas. Faith Salieh looks at what travelers think of the Secretary of State's flights of fancy.
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MOVIES: Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of “Song Sung Blue”
In their new film Song Sung Blue, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, real-life musical impersonators who sang Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline. Jackman tells Tracy Smith how he “discovered” his co-star (watching her sing on CBS Sunday Morning!) and their overall chemistry, while Hudson talks about playing a less glamorous role.
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WORLD: Eulogies speak of heroism as Ukrainians bury their war dead
In the Ukrainian city of Lviv, time literally stops: three fallen soldiers are buried. Holly Williams tells how the city mourns its heroes, praising the courage of their sons and channeling their grief into the ongoing defense of Ukraine from Vladimir Putin's invaders.
'THE SEASON: A State-by-State Guide to Made in America Holiday Gifts
The Made in America holiday gift guide touts products made in America, from cowboy hat racks made in Wyoming to giant stuffed animals from South Carolina. The list includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. Luke Burbank talks to some small business owners for whom being included in this year's gift guide feels almost like a Christmas miracle.
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NATURE: Snow in South Dakota
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THIS SEASON: Gift ideas for holiday 2025 from Techno Claus
Who dresses like Saint Nick and speaks in a weird accent? Why, this is Techno Klaus, aka David Pogue! He offers Sunday Morning viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift list.
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