Season 8
Episode Guide
4/14: The Takeout: Lisa Cornwell
S8
E15
Apr 15, 2024
Author and former Golf Channel broadcaster Lisa Cornwell talks to Major Garrett about her book, "Troublemaker," detailing her experience at the network. They discuss the state of the PGA compared to the LPGA.
Garrett, Vigliotti talk about climate change
S8
E14
Apr 7, 2024
CBS correspondent and author Jonathan Vigliotti joins The Takeout to discuss his new book "Before It's Gone," about how climate change is impacting small towns due to their lack of infrastructure and financial resources. He focuses on how communities rebuild after climate-related disasters and what lessons can be learned from their resilience.
3/31: The Takeout: Brian Knappenberger
S8
E13
Mar 31, 2024
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett speaks to filmmaker Brian Knappenberger about directing the nine-part documentary series, "Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War." The Netflix series offers a comprehensive look at the Cold War and its aftermath. Knappenberger says the aim of his documentary was to reflect and to also explore present-day tensions.
3/24: The Takeout: Ken Block
S8
E12
Mar 25, 2024
Analyst and author Ken Block joins The Takeout to discuss his new book, "Disproven." Block explains his hiring by the Trump campaign to search for voter fraud, his fact-driven investigation into claims of voter fraud and where the claims may have come from.
3/17: The Takeout: Julie Su
S8
E11
Mar 17, 2024
Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su joins The Takeout to discuss her role in protecting workers' rights in America. Su discusses challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of artificial intelligence in the workforce and job creation during President Biden's time in the White House.
3/10: The Takeout: Anthony Mason
S8
E10
Mar 11, 2024
CBS News' Anthony Mason joins Major Garrett on The Takeout to discuss his career beginnings & transition from covering business to music. Anthony discusses building trust with some of the world's most famous artists, the ever-changing music business, and his experience writing a song.
3/3: The Takeout: Joe Klein and John Ellis
S8
E9
Mar 4, 2024
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett speaks to political analysts and hosts of the "Night Owls" podcast, Joe Klein and John Ellis. Ahead of the Super Tuesday primaries, the trio discuss all things politics, from President Biden's age, to the war in Gaza, to the happenings on the 2024 campaign trail.
2/25: The Takeout: Rep. Patrick McHenry
S8
E8
Feb 25, 2024
North Carolina Republican Congressman and House Financial Services Chairman Patrick McHenry joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson and the divide in the House over funding for Ukraine.
2/18: The Takeout: NSC cyber advisor Anne Neuberger
S8
E7
Feb 18, 2024
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett sits down with Anne Neuberger, the White House's deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technology. They discuss the threat of attacks from Russian cyber criminals on vulnerable systems such as hospitals and schools. She details actions the U.S. government is taking to stop such attacks, as well as the benefits and pitfalls of artificial intelligence.
2/11: The Takeout: Adrian Fontes & Scott Schwab
S8
E6
Feb 11, 2024
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes and Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab discuss the impact of misinformation on election workers in their states. They also discuss the applicability of the 14th Amendment and whether or not Trump should be on the 2024 presidential ballot.
2/4: The Takeout: Samantha Power
S8
E5
Feb 4, 2024
USAID administrator Samantha Power talks about the history of America's global humanitarian efforts and the importance of Ukraine's success in its fight against Russia. Power discusses the U.S.' decision to freeze UNRWA funding, also the challenge of assisting civilians in Gaza.
1/28: The Takeout: Michael Kirk
S8
E4
Jan 28, 2024
Documentarian Michael Kirk joins Major Garrett for this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss his upcoming PBS FRONTLINE documentary, "Democracy on Trial." Kirk reflects on his reporting about the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol and the criminal cases against former President Donald Trump for the documentary. He also talks about Trump's influence on the Republican Party and the 2024 presidential election.
1/21: The Takeout: Rapper Fat Joe
S8
E3
Jan 21, 2024
Rapper Fat Joe joins Major Garrett for this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss his work with the nonprofit organization Power to the Patients as well as his recent lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill and how he's trying to convince lawmakers to take on rising health care costs in the U.S.
1/14: The Takeout: Pennsylvania Sen. Casey
S8
E2
Jan 14, 2024
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett speaks to Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey. A member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Casey discusses the importance of transparency on Capitol Hill among lawmakers and the funding fight for Ukraine and Israel aid.
1/7: The Takeout: Dr. Jerome Adams
S8
E1
Jan 7, 2024
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett speaks to Dr. Jerome Adams, who served as surgeon general under former President Donald Trump. Adams discusses his takeaways from the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the consequences of mixing politics and public health. His new book "Crisis and Chaos" tackles the importance of communicating accurate medical information to a skeptical public.