60 Minutes CBS “China’s Spies, St. Mary’s, Sounds of Cajun Country” August 31 2025
This Sunday, August 31, 2025, 60 Minutes returns for a special postseason edition, airing from 7:00 to 8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS. The episode revisits compelling stories from previous broadcasts, highlighting global intrigue, extraordinary academic achievement, and a celebration of cultural revival in America.
China’s Spies
Norah O’Donnell reports on the ongoing efforts by Chinese intelligence to monitor and influence events abroad. While cyberattacks on U.S. government systems, the private sector, and critical infrastructure make headlines, China continues to rely on traditional human intelligence. This segment explores how covert agents operate outside of their borders, surveil dissidents, and exert influence here in the United States. The report delves into the sophisticated methods these agents use to gather information and intimidate targets, offering viewers a detailed look at modern international espionage. Keith Sharman and Roxanne Feitel produced this investigative story.
St. Mary’s
Bill Whitaker travels to New Orleans to meet two high school seniors who recently solved a mathematical puzzle that had baffled mathematicians for 2,000 years. At St. Mary’s Academy, a school with a rich history of fostering academic excellence among African American girls since the end of the Civil War, Whitaker speaks with the students, their families, and the teachers who helped nurture their talents. This inspiring story showcases perseverance, curiosity, and the transformative power of education. Sara Kuzmarov produced this feature.
Sounds of Cajun Country
Jon Wertheim visits southwest Louisiana to explore the vibrant revival of Cajun and zydeco music, sounds that have long defined the cultural landscape of the region. From local musicians to community events, this segment celebrates how these musical traditions continue to thrive, capturing the energy and spirit of a unique American heritage. David M. Levine produced this musical journey.
Sunday night’s episode of 60 Minutes promises a mix of high-stakes global intrigue, inspiring achievements, and a celebration of enduring cultural traditions, providing viewers with both insight and entertainment in a single hour.
