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The Dodo: Behind its heartwarming animal videos

When it comes to animal videos on the web, no one outdoes The Dodo, a top producer which racks up 5 billion views a month by sharing tales of animal advocacy, perseverance, and unlikely friendships. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Dana Jacobson talked with some of the people behind the company whose mission is to make everyone an animal lover. Source

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The Dish: Jason Wang and Xi’an Famous Foods

For years Jason Wang’s father, a Chinese immigrant, toiled as an itinerant cook in kitchens across the Northeastern U.S., until he secretly decided to open his own restaurant. Jason joined him, and has now authored a book, “Xi’an Famous Foods: The Cuisine of Western China, From New York’s Favorite Noodle Shop.” “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor reports. Source

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Historical precedent: An American government overthrown

“CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Michelle Miller talked with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Zucchino, whose book, “Wilmington’s Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy,” tells the little-known story of how the elected government of a majority-Black North Carolina city was overthrown by White supremacists. Source

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The history of Charles Curtis, the first Vice President of color

When she’s Inaugurated on Wednesday, Kamala Harris will make history, as the first woman to become vice president. But she won’t be the first person of color to hold that office. That distinction belongs to Vice President Charles Curtis, who was sworn in 92 years ago. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Michelle Miller has his story. Source

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Americans reflect on 30th anniversary of first Gulf War

Remembrances are scheduled across the country and the world Saturday for those who lost their lives in the first Gulf War. It was a battle years in the making, and for millions of Americans watching on television, it was a moment they’ll never forget. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor has more. Source

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