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60 Minutes Season 23 Episodes
Season 23 Episode Guide
52 Episodes 1990 - 1991
Episode 1
Who Killed Gerald Bull?/Charles Dutton/Genuine Fakes
Sun, Sep 16, 1990
"Who Killed Gerald Bull?" investigates the assassination in Belgium of a Canadian long-range artillery expert. "Charles Dutton" talks to the Tony nominated Broadway actor who has served time in prison. "Genuine Fakes" looks at how some professional artists are making a fortune selling replicas of the world's most famous works of art. "Andy Rooney" talks about looking old.
Episode 2
The Sergeant Major/This House is a Steal/Dr. Brooks
Sun, Sep 23, 1990
"The Sergeant Major" looks at the case of Green Beret Edward Gleason Jr. who has accused of smuggling weapons. "This House is a Steal" investigates the questionable business practices of a land developer in Florida. "Dr. Brooks" profiles Sister Ann Brooks who serves as a doctor in the poor community of Tutwiler, Mississippi. "Andy Rooney" talks about clothing in Saudi Arabia.
Episode 3
Victims of Just Cause/The National Enquirer/A Yen for Washington/Mr. Germany
Sun, Sep 30, 1990
"Victims of Just Cause" examines there were hidden civilian casualties in the U.S. invasion of Panama. "The National Enquirer" examines the controversial tabloid magazine and its reporting tactics. "A Yen for Washington" examines how Japanese businesses are effective in lobbying Congress. "Mr. Germany" talks to Helmut Kohl the chancellor of unified Germany.
Episode 4
Terror and Torture/Project 2000/A Uniform Army
Sun, Oct 7, 1990
"Terror and Torture" talks to Iraqi exiles and former political prisoners about the brutal regime of Saddam Hussein and his Ba'ath Party. "Project 2000" examines a plan by educational psychologist Spencer Holland to provide role models for young black elementary school students. "A Uniform Army" looks at the problems facing reunified Germany as it brings two armies together. "Andy Rooney" talk about sin taxes.
Episode 5
Teddy Kollek of Jerusalem/The Chief/Queen of Soul
Sun, Oct 14, 1990
"Teddy Kollek of Jerusalem" profiles and interviews the longtime mayor of the city of Jerusalem. "The Chief" looks at Richard Sproules the police chief of Brockton, Massachusetts, who has gone public about his addiction to drugs. "Queen of Soul" profiles and interviews Aretha Franklin. "Andy Rooney" talks about getting started.
Episode 6
Iran, Iraq and the U.S./Blonde Ambition/Ward 5A
Sun, Oct 21, 1990
"Iran, Iraq and the U.S." looks at how many Iranians still condemn the U.S. for supporting Iraq in its war against Iran. "Blonde Ambition" profiles and interviews Tina Brown the editor of Vanity Fair Magazine. "Ward 5A" talks to nurses of San Francisco General Hospital AIDS ward where patients are treated with dignity.
Episode 7
Salman Rushdie/Who Killed George Polk?/I Know It When I See It
Sun, Oct 28, 1990
"Salman Rushdie" talks to the author and Iranian dissident who has been threatened with death for his work. "Who Killed George Polk?" looks at who is responsible for the 1948 death of a CBS news correspondent in Greece. "I Know It When I See It" looks at the motion picture rating system and discusses the new NC-17 rating. "Andy Rooney" talks about beauty salons.
Episode 8
The Secret of the Gara Mountain/Bad Cops/Beyond Malpractice
Sun, Nov 4, 1990
"The Secret of the Gara Mountain" investigates the possibility of nuclear weapons production in Iraq. "Bad Cops" investigates corruption in the Oakland Housing Authority police department. "Beyond Malpractice" examines how a failure to do background checks led to a former Nazi doctor being hired by Kaiser Permanente. "Andy Rooney" talks about gas prices.
Episode 9
If Push Comes to Shove/I Thought I Was Covered/Traficant
Sun, Nov 11, 1990
"If Push Comes to Shove" looks at the controversy over the ADATS weapon system. "I Thought I Was Covered" examines how many health insurance claimants have lost their coverage. "Traficant" interviews Jim Traficant the controversial Congressional Representative from Ohio. "Andy Rooney" talks about packaging.
Episode 10
Apache/Kim Hardy May Go to Prison/Na Zdorove
Sun, Nov 18, 1990
"Apache" looks at problems with the military helicopter and whether it is worth the high cost. "Kim Hardy May Go to Prison" looks at the case of a pregnant woman who was arrested for drug use. "Na Zdorove" looks at the problem of alcoholism in Moscow. "Andy Rooney" talks about serving sizes.
Episode 11
Keep Your Mouth Shut/Oliver's Story/Friday Night Lights
Sun, Nov 25, 1990
"Keep Your Mouth Shut" looks at the case of Steve Shores who claims to have been framed for murder. "Oliver's Story" interviews and profiles controversial director Oliver Stone. "Friday Night Lights" looks at a controversial book of high school football in Odessa, Texas. "Andy Rooney" talks about uniforms.
Episode 12
The Temple Mount Killings/Dutch Treat II/The Coach
Sun, Dec 2, 1990
"The Temple Mount Killings" looks at recent violence between Israelis and Palestinians near the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. "Dutch Treat II" looks at how the Dutch are treating brothels like normal businesses. "The Coach" looks at the case of a California teacher accused of being violent and abusive with students. "Andy Rooney" talks about Milli Vanilli.
Episode 13
Cream Puff/Alderman McGee/My Grandmother, the Lawyer
Sun, Dec 9, 1990
"Cream Puff" investigates how some unscrupulous used car dealers have been turning back odometers. "Alderman McGee" looks at the case of a city alderman who has threatened guerrilla warfare if racism in the city does not end. "My Grandmother, the Lawyer" looks at two elderly lawyers who help those who cannot afford representation. "Andy Rooney" talks about silence.
Episode 14
Is There Poison in Your Mouth?/Sting/Victims of Just Cause Update
Sun, Dec 16, 1990
"Is There Poison in Your Mouth?" investigates whether silver amalgam fillings containing mercury are harmful to your health despite their routine use in dentistry. "Sting" talks to the singer and songwriter about his music and activism. "Victims of Just Cause Update" reports on the dispute over Panamanian causalities from operation Just Cause. "Andy Rooney" talks about why he thinks that less is more.
Episode 15
Winners and Losers/Jose Carreras/TV Millions Corporation
Sun, Dec 23, 1990
"Winners and Losers" looks at how many young African-American teenagers dream of playing professional sports despite the long odds of doing so. "Jose Carreras" profiles and interviews the world famous tenor singer. "TV Millions Corporation" looks at a scam that involves selling things on television. "Andy Rooney" talks about the crisis in the Persian Gulf.
Episode 16
All in the Family/Acid Rain/The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread
Sun, Dec 30, 1990
"All in the Family" looks at organized crime ring running out of Miami and a woman who is trying to sue them. "Acid Rain" looks at a government study which purports to debunk what is commonly believed about acid rain. "The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread" looks at how polybutylene water pipers failures are causing homeowners thousands of dollars in repair costs. "Andy Rooney" talks about opening things.
Episode 17
Shell Shock/Old Enough to Kill/Paul Simon
Sun, Jan 6, 1991
"Shell Shock" looks at psychiatric casualties of conflict and how they are treated by doctors. "Old Enough to Kill" examines whether a thirteen-year-old charged with murder should be tried as an adult. "Paul Simon" profiles and interviews the celebrated singer. "Andy Rooney" talks about bottle redemption helping the homeless.
Episode 18
Iraqi Terror/Body Snatchers?/Cumberland Farms
Sun, Jan 13, 1991
"Iraqi Terror" examines the danger of terrorism should a war begin in the Persian Gulf. "Body Snatchers?" looks at how the U.S government has been using illegal tactics to beat lawsuits brought by workers at nuclear weapons factories. "Cumberland Farms" looks at excessive security measures at the convenience store chain. "Andy Rooney" talks about the crisis in the Persian Gulf.
Episode 19
Saddam's Bodyguard/The Man Who Armed Iraq/Inferno/Iraqi Terror
Sun, Jan 20, 1991
"Saddam's Bodyguard" talks to a man who claims to be a former bodyguard of Saddam Hussein. "The Man Who Armed Iraq" talks to arms dealer Sarkis Soghanalian who supplied weapons to Iraq. "Inferno" talks to scientists about the danger posed by oil fires in Iraq. "Iraqi Terror" talks to a expert on the danger of terrorism. "Andy Rooney" talks about football.
Episode 20
War Diary/The Best Stuff/Iran, Iraq and the U.S.
Sun, Jan 27, 1991
"War Diary" rebroadcasts portions of "Stormin' Norman" an interview with the general leading coalition forces in the gulf, "Chemical Warfare" looks at the equipment soldiers will use to protect themselves from chemical weapons, and "The Secret of the Gara Mountains" rebroadcasts a look at Saddam's uranium bomb program. "The Best Stuff" rebroadcasts a segment on the Israeli Air Force. "Iran, Iraq and the U.S." rebroadcasts a segment on Iranian's attitude toward the U.S. "Amatzi Abaram" talks to an expert about Saddam Hussein's character.
Episode 21
The German Connection/Moscow/The Palestinians
Sun, Feb 3, 1991
"The German Connection" looks at how German companies have been producing chemical weapons to Iraq. "Moscow" looks at the growing unrest and economic disintegration that is taking place in Russia. "The Palestinians" looks at how compromise between Israeli and Palestinians is viewed from the West Bank. "Andy Rooney" talks about the Super Bowl.
Episode 22
The Saudis/Jane's/Tuning In/Red Cross Blood
Sun, Feb 10, 1991
"The Saudis" looks at the military of Saudi Arabia who will help the U.S. in the war in the Persian Gulf. "Jane's" looks at the popular military publisher and some of its work. "Tuning In" looks at the people monitoring communications in the gulf. "Red Cross Blood" examines the safety of the Red Cross's blood supply. "Andy Rooney" talks about the price of stamps.
Episode 23
A Letter from Jermarr/Piece of the Pie/Waddington TV
Sun, Feb 17, 1991
"A Letter from Jermarr" talks to a man who is pleading guilty to murder because he wants to die. "Piece of the Pie" looks at how homeowners and bond holders are losing out because they invested in the Colorado Center Metropolitan District. "Waddington TV" looks at an unsuccessful multi channel television experiment by Granada TV in Britain. "Andy Rooney" talks about energy.
Episode 24
Waiting to Go Home/Becky's Story/Gulf War Update
Sun, Feb 24, 1991
"Waiting to Go Home" looks at the government of Kuwait as it waits in exile. "Becky's Story" looks at the case of a young woman who died from an abortion because parental consent laws prevented her from seeing a professional. "Gulf War Update" looks at developments in the ground war in Iraq. "Andy Rooney" talks about war and peace.
Episode 25
Free at Last!/Werner Erhard/My Family is Missing
Sun, Mar 3, 1991
"Free at Last!" talks to a group of CBS reporters who were taken hostage, blindfolded, and beaten in Iraq. "Werner Erhard" examines allegation against the founder of a self-improvement program. "My Family is Missing" looks at how the police offered little help to locate a missing African-American family. "Andy Rooney" talks about wars.
Episode 26
Another Saddam?/The Moscow Mystique/The Birmingham Six
Sun, Mar 10, 1991
"Another Saddam?" looks at the Hafez Al-Assad the president of Syria and argues that he may be as bad as Saddam Hussein. "The Moscow Mystique" looks at the life of women in the Soviet Union. "The Birmingham Six" looks at how six Irish men accused of causing a pub explosion in Britain may be innocent. "Andy Rooney" talks about military briefings.
Episode 27
Washington Monument/The Critic/That's the Law
Sun, Mar 17, 1991
"Washington Monument" looks at the legal troubles of speechwriter Clark Clifford. "The Critic" profiles and interviews Frank Rich the chief drama critic of the New York Times. "That's the Law" looks at how some U.S. prisoners are sorely lacking in terms of health care. "Andy Rooney" looks at those who are trying to profit from the war in Iraq.
Episode 28
Saddam's Billions/The Numbers Game/The Trials of Michael Dowd
Sun, Mar 24, 1991
"Saddam's Billions" talks to a private investigator who is searching for Saddam Hussein's hidden fortune. "The Numbers Game" looks at the case of a company that was fined for not hiring enough minority workers. "The Trials of Michael Dowd" looks at a New York defense attorney who has been stripped of his license to practice law for reporting corruption. "Andy Rooney" talks about Senator Alan Simpson of Wyoming.
Episode 29
Raw Land, Raw Deal/The New Plantations/School for Judges
Sun, Mar 31, 1991
"Raw Land, Raw Deal" looks at questionable land deals made by the Patten Corporation. "The New Plantations" looks at how development is forcing taxes up and also forcing landowners in the south off land they acquired after the Civil War. "School for Judges" looks at a national college for judges taught by judges. "Andy Rooney" talks about churches.
Episode 30
Brucification/Stray Voltage/Watch Out for Herman Wrice
Sun, Apr 7, 1991
"Brucification" looks at lawyer Bruce Cutler's defense of John Gotti the purported mob boss. "Stray Voltage" looks at the dangers of stray electrical current that can kill animals and harm people. "Watch Out for Herman Wrice" looks at a man fighting to get drug dealers out of Philadelphia. "Andy Rooney" talks about minorities.
Episode 31
Children for Sale/Sins of Their Father/Gorbachev, Yeltsin & Nixon
Sun, Apr 14, 1991
"Children for Sale" investigates the black market adoption of children in Romania. "Sins of Their Fathers" talks to the children and relatives of Nazi leaders who are trying to come to terms with their past. "Nixon and Russia" talks to the former president about political developments in Russia and his visit. "Andy Rooney" talks about the right to bear arms.
Episode 32
You Own It!/War Games/Susanne Logan's Story
Sun, Apr 21, 1991
"You Own It!" looks at the case of a real estate developer whose savings and loan involvement may cost taxpayers millions. "War Games" examines whether the U.S. has become too dependent on Japan for high-tech equipment. "Susanne Logan's Story" examines the controversy over substandard care at abortion clinics. "Andy Rooney" talks about TV newscasts.
Episode 33
Who Are the Kurds?/Senator Alphonse D'Amato/Hawaiian Airlines
Sun, Apr 28, 1991
"Who Are the Kurds?" visits a refugee camps where ethnic Kurds talk about the abuse they have suffered in Iraq. "Senator Alphonse D'Amato" takes an in-depth look at the questionable actions the New York Senator. "Hawaiian Airlines" examines why the department of defense judged the airline too dangerous to fly. "Andy Rooney" talks about signatures.
Episode 34
Oxford House/Prison U./U.S. Marshal
Sun, May 5, 1991
"Oxford House" looks at a program that focuses on a community-based approach to addiction recovery. "Prison U." looks at a program that gives a college education to prisoners. "U.S. Marshal" talks to Howard Safir who has transformed the U.S. Marshals Service. "Andy Rooney" talks about high salaries in baseball.
Episode 35
Clark M. Clifford/Playing War/Doctor Forman
Sun, May 12, 1991
"Clark M. Clifford" talks to the lawyer who has served as an advisor to multiple U.S. Presidents. "Playing War" looks at an award-winning French documentary film about child soldiers around the world. "Doctor Forman" looks at the Life Plus program that is helping teens in California. "Andy Rooney" talks about gadgets in cars.
Episode 36
It Didn't Have to Happen/Reunification/Casablanca/Harry Reasoner
Sun, May 19, 1991
"It Didn't Have to Happen" looks at a famine caused by political upheaval that is getting worse in Sudan. "Reunification" looks at how Berlin remains culturally divided even though it is no longer politically divided. "Casablanca" revisits a segment on the classic film. "Harry Reasoner" offers a tribute to the host on the eve of his retirement.
Episode 37
Danger/Vietnam 101/The Brady Bunch
Sun, May 26, 1991
"Danger" looks at nuclear weapons plant workers who claim they are sick due to radiation they encounter while on the job. "Vietnam 101" rebroadcasts a look at a course on the Vietnam War where veterans speak to students about their experiences. "The Brady Bunch" rebroadcasts a segment on former press secretary turned gun control activist James Brady. "Andy Rooney" talks about noise pollution.
Episode 38
RU-486/Underworld/Blonde Ambition
Sun, Jun 2, 1991
"RU-486" rebroadcasts a segment on the new French abortion pill and its effectiveness. "Underworld" rebroadcasts a segment on undercover police officers working in the subways of New York City. "Blonde Ambition" rebroadcasts a profile and interview of Tina Brown the editor of Vanity Fair Magazine. "Andy Rooney" talks about beauty parlors.
Episode 39
This House is a Steal/Dr. Brooks/The Pollards
Sun, Jun 9, 1991
"This House is a Steal" rebroadcasts an investigation into the questionable business practices of a land developer in Florida. "Dr. Brooks" rebroadcasts a profile of Sister Ann Brooks who serves as a doctor in the poor community of Tutwiler, Mississippi. "The Pollards" rebroadcasts a look at the case of Jonathan Pollard an American accused of spying for Israel. "Andy Rooney" talks about gifts from viewers.
Episode 40
Mustard Gas/Mayor Moran/Manhunt
Sun, Jun 16, 1991
"Mustard Gas" investigates how U.S. Navy recruits were used as guinea pigs in experiments with the toxic gas. "Mayor Moran" rebroadcasts a talk to the mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut, about her effort to bring her city back from the brink of disaster. "Manhunt" rebroadcasts an examination into the case of two men suspected of being involved in the disappearance of a young girl. "Andy Rooney" talks about serving sizes.
Episode 41
Retrospective on the Soviet Union
Sun, Jun 23, 1991
60 Minutes offers a look back at segments featuring the Soviet Union. "Voyage of Discovery" joins a U.S. Admiral on his visit to the Soviet Union. "Chernobyl" revisits the site of the disaster. "Moscow" looks at the Soviet capitol in 1972. "CCCP-TV" looks at Russian television in 1980. "Telling the Truth" talks to a Russia journalist about the Afghanistan war. "Moscow Mystique" looks at the plight of Russian women. "Na Zdrove" looks at alcoholism in Russia. "Yalta" visits the tourist resort. "The Last Gulag" goes to a prison camp in the Soviet Union. "Joseph Stalin" talks to some of the victims of Stalin's purgers. "Slava" profiles Mstislav Rostropovich. "Andy Rooney" talks peace in 1986.
Episode 42
Bad Cops/I Know It When I See It/Needle Park
Sun, Jun 30, 1991
"Bad Cops" rebroadcasts an investigation into corruption in the Oakland Housing Authority police department. "I Know It When I See It" rebroadcasts a look at the motion picture rating system and discusses the new NC-17 rating. "Needle Park" rebroadcasts a segment on a park used by drug users in Zurich, Switzerland. "Andy Rooney" talks about his mail.
Episode 43
Genuine Fakes/My Grandmother, the Lawyer/Who Killed George Polk?
Sun, Jul 7, 1991
"Genuine Fakes" rebroadcasts a look at how some professional artists are making a fortune selling replicas of the world's most famous works of art. "My Grandmother, the Lawyer" rebroadcasts a look at two elderly lawyers who help those who cannot afford representation. "Who Killed George Polk?" rebroadcasts a look at who is responsible for the 1948 death of a CBS news correspondent in Greece. "Andy Rooney" talks about uniforms.
Episode 44
Becky's Story/Paul Simon/The Trials of Michael Dowd
Sun, Jul 14, 1991
"Becky's Story" rebroadcasts a look at the case of a young woman who died from an abortion because parental consent laws prevented her from seeing a professional. "Paul Simon" rebroadcasts a profile and interviews the celebrated singer. "The Trials of Michael Dowd" rebroadcasts a look at a New York defense attorney who has been stripped of his license to practice law for reporting corruption. "Andy Rooney" talks about signatures.
Episode 45
I Thought I Was Covered/Salman Rushdie/Geronimo Pratt
Sun, Jul 21, 1991
"I Thought I Was Covered" rebroadcasts an examination into how many health insurance claimants have lost their coverage. "Salman Rushdie" rebroadcasts a talk to the author and Iranian dissident who has been threatened with death for his work. "Geronimo Pratt" rebroadcasts a segment on the former Black Panther who is looking for a new trial. "Andy Rooney" talks about pockets.
Episode 46
Ward 5A/Oliver's Story/My Family is Missing
Sun, Jul 28, 1991
"Ward 5A" rebroadcasts a segment on the nurses of San Francisco General Hospital AIDS ward where patients are treated with dignity. "Oliver's Story" rebroadcasts a profile and interview with the controversial director Oliver Stone. "My Family is Missing" rebroadcasts a look at how the police offered little help to locate a missing African-American family. "Andy Rooney" talks about what he'd change about television news.
Episode 47
The Walkers/Dutch Treat II/Acid Rain
Sun, Aug 4, 1991
"The Walkers" rebroadcasts a segment on the Walker family who served as spies for the Soviet Union. "Dutch Treat II" rebroadcasts a look at how the Dutch are treating brothels like normal businesses. "Acid Rain" rebroadcasts a look at a government study which purports to debunk what is commonly believed about acid rain. "Andy Rooney" talks about how less is more.
Episode 48
Saddam's Billions/Brucification/Harry Reasoner
Sun, Aug 11, 1991
"Saddam's Billions" rebroadcasts a segment on a private investigator who is searching for Saddam Hussein's hidden fortune. "Brucification" rebroadcasts a look at lawyer Bruce Cutler's defense of John Gotti the purported mob boss. "Harry Reasoner" looks at the life and work of the late correspondent.
Episode 49
All in the Family/Keep Your Mouth Shut/Ten Extraordinary Women
Sun, Aug 18, 1991
"All in the Family" rebroadcasts a look at organized crime ring running out of Miami and a woman who is trying to sue them. "Keep Your Mouth Shut" rebroadcasts a look at the case of Steve Shores who claims to have been framed for murder. "Ten Extraordinary Women" rebroadcasts a segment on a cancer-recovery group at a wilderness-survival retreat.
Episode 50
What Now?/The Numbers Game/A Question of Mercy
Sun, Aug 25, 1991
"What Now?" goes to the Soviet Union to see what its people think of the changes in their country. "The Numbers Game" rebroadcasts a look at a company that was fined for not hiring enough minority workers. "A Question of Mercy" rebroadcasts a segment on an activist who is helping late stage AIDS patients to kill themselves. "Andy Rooney" talks about changes in the Soviet Union.
Episode 51
Project 2000/Jack Lemmon/War Games
Sun, Sep 1, 1991
"Project 2000" rebroadcasts a segment on plan by educational psychologist Spencer Holland to provide role models for young black elementary school students. "Jack Lemmon" rebroadcasts a profile and interview of the famous actor. "War Games" rebroadcasts a segment on whether the U.S. has become too dependent on Japan for high-tech equipment. "Andy Rooney" talks about summer vacation photos.
Episode 52
Room 19/Cream Puff/A Letter from Jermarr
Sun, Sep 8, 1991
"Room 19" visits a laboratory in Moscow where the brains of famous Soviet intellectuals are stored for study. "Cream Puff" rebroadcasts an investigation into how some unscrupulous used car dealers have been turning back odometers. "A Letter from Jermarr" rebroadcasts a segment on a man who is pleading guilty to murder because he wants to die. "Andy Rooney" talks about minorities.