When pianist and composer Chad Lawson sits at his Steinway and improvises, anything might happen, such as his own take on great classical works. His album, “Chopin Variations,” debuted at Number 1 on iTunes Classical last year. In this self-narrated profile – part of our Short Takes series – Lawson shows us his life as an independent artist. Source
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Former NFL receiver Travis Rudolph charged with murder
Rudolph, 25, had stints with the New York Giants and Miami Dolphins. Source
“Sunday Morning” theme goes to the dogs
In honor of National Dog Day this past week, “Sunday Morning” celebrates all the dogs that have been caught in the act of tuning in each Sunday morning. Thanks to Cappi, Charlie, Chiquita, Fred, Harley Harr, Little John, Loki, Ricco and Schnapps! Source
Oral COVID-19 vaccine being tested in LA-area research center
If proven safe and effective, it would be given by itself or in conjunction with a shot or shots. Source
Chad Lawson’s variations on Chopin
Composer and pianist Chad Lawson has been celebrated for his reinterpretations of classic works, creating a hit recording with his “Chopin Variations.” In this web extra, he performs Chopin’s Nocturne in E Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2, recorded live at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City in September 2014. Source
Kenny Gilbert brings southern cuisine to The Dish
Kenny Gilbert’s curiosity in the kitchen started early, as he learned from both his mother and his father and developed a passion for southern food. From his start as executive chef of The Ritz Carlton in Amelia Island, FL to “Top Chef” favorite, his creative approach to cooking and hospitality has proven to be extremely successful and unmatched. Chef Gilbert joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to share some of his southern cuisine in The Dish. Source
Looking beyond Labor Day for travel deals
Summer may be coming to an end, but travel editor Peter Greenberg says the travel season could be heating up. Greenberg joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to explain all of the get-away deals that are quietly floated out by hotels, resorts, cruise lines and airlines in September to last you the rest of the year. Source
CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin on new book “Huddle” and why women should work together
CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin is out with a new book, “Huddle.” She joins “CBS This Morning” and examines the power women can wield when they work together and why female friendships are so important. Source
Rescued by The Cajun Navy: How citizens turned into saviors 10 years ago
Ten years ago, the most destructive natural disaster in U.S. history struck New Orleans and the eastern Gulf coast. Hurricane Katrina killed an estimated 1800 people, but it could have been far worse, if not for what became known as “The Cajun Navy.” Hundreds of people in hundreds of boats gathered in Lafayette, Louisiana, to rescue thousands trapped by floodwaters. David Begnaud reports on their story. Source
Police witnesses criticize Derek Chauvin’s actions in Day 7 of trial
Minneapolis police training officers and an expert witness testified on Day 7 of Derek Chauvin’s trial and said his treatment of George Floyd was unwarranted. The defense, however, may have gained some testimony from one witness. CBS News legal expert and analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss what this means for both sides’ arguments. Source