CBS This Morning
CBS This Morning is an American morning television show that is broadcast on CBS. The program broadcasts from the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. It premiered on January 9, 2012, and airs live from 7 to 9 a.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday; most affiliates in the Central and Mountain time zones air the show on tape-delay from 7 to 9 a.m. local time. Stations in the Pacific Time Zone receive an updated feed with an updated opening and update live reports. It is the tenth distinct program format that CBS has aired in the morning slot since 1954; it replaced The Early Show, which aired from 1999 to 2012. CBS This Morning, which shares its title with a program that ran from 1987 to 1999, was announced on November 15, 2011 by CBS News management as a "redefining" alternative of hard news and analysis. Norah O'Donnell and Gayle King serve as weekday anchors of the program.
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Plot Summary
CBS This Morning is a daily morning news and talk program broadcast on CBS. It features a mix of breaking news, in-depth interviews with newsmakers and cultural figures, and feature segments on lifestyle, health, and consumer issues. The show aims to provide viewers with a comprehensive overview of the day's most important stories.
Critical Reception
As a long-running network news program, CBS This Morning generally receives steady viewership and consistent, albeit not universally lauded, critical appraisal. Its reception often hinges on the effectiveness of its anchors, the depth of its reporting, and its ability to engage with current events and public figures.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its capable anchor team and in-depth interviews.
- Often seen as a solid, if sometimes conventional, morning news program.
- Appreciated for its blend of hard news and lifestyle segments.
Google audience: Audience reviews for CBS This Morning typically highlight the perceived strengths of its anchors, with many viewers expressing loyalty to Gayle King. The program is generally seen as a reliable source for morning news and analysis, though some may find the format predictable.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (as a recurring news program, specific 'wins' are less common than general recognition and longevity).
Fun Fact
The program has undergone several title changes and format shifts throughout its history, including being known as 'The Early Show' and 'CBS Morning News' before settling on 'CBS This Morning' in its current iteration.
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