The BEST episodes of 60 Minutes season 32
Every episode of 60 Minutes season 32, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of 60 Minutes season 32!
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#1 - Suicide or Murder?, Denzel, Haiti: 5 Years & A Billion Dollars Later
Season 32 - Episode 42 - Aired 7/2/2000
“Suicide or Murder?” rebroadcasts an examination into the death of Captain Gordon Hess which many believe to have been a homicide. “Denzel” rebroadcasts a profile of the popular actor Denzel Washington. “Haiti: 5 Years and A Billion Dollars Later” rebroadcasts a segment on whether aid from the U.S. has helped restore Haiti’s government and justice system. “Andy Rooney” talks about tourism.
#2 - Broken Promises, Queen Rania, Eric Clapton
Season 32 - Episode 29 - Aired 4/2/2000
“Broken Promises” examines how Native Americans have lost billions of dollars because the U.S. government has mishandled their records. “Queen Rania” interviews and profiles the queen of Jordan. “Eric Clapton” interviews and profiles the popular musician. “Andy Rooney” talks about displaying the Ten Commandments outside of schools.
#3 - Cyber War, Addicted to Orchids, Voice of the Farmer
Season 32 - Episode 30 - Aired 4/9/2000
“Cyber War” examines how significant U.S. infrastructure is controlled by computers which may be subject to cyber attack. “Addicted to Orchids” looks at the $9 billion-a-year orchid industry. “Voice of the Farmer” examines how the American Farm Bureau is doing more to support big agribusiness companies than family farmers. “Andy Rooney” talks about professional wrestling.
#4 - Elian's Father, The Power of Positive Speaking, Laundering Drug Money?
Season 32 - Episode 31 - Aired 4/16/2000
“Elian’s Father” talks to the father Elian Gonzalez who wants his son to return to Cuba. “The Power of Positive Speaking” takes a look at motivational speaking. “Laundering Drug Money?” examines whether U.S. customs shut down an investigation to protect a politician in Mexico. “Andy Rooney” talks about whether Elian Gonzalez should return to Cuba.
#5 - Different Kind of Governor, The Dirty War, The Lemba
Season 32 - Episode 32 - Aired 4/23/2000
“Different Kind of Governor” profiles New Mexico’s Gary Johnson who argues that some drugs should be legal. “The Dirty War” looks at how some of the child survivors of Argentina’s Dirty War were adopted by the very people who murdered their parents. “The Lemba” looks at a black African tribe that claims to be Jewish and the DNA evidence that may corroborate their claim. “Andy Rooney” talks about automobile names.
#6 - Death Penalty, The Bishop Estate, Picking Up the Pieces
Season 32 - Episode 33 - Aired 4/30/2000
“Death Penalty” examines why Illinois Governor George Ryan has called a moratorium on executions in his state. “The Bishop Estate” looks at the scandal and corruption that is rocking a charitable trust set up to help Hawaiian school children. “Picking Up the Pieces” profiles Anthony Williams the new mayor of Washington D.C. who needs to clean up the city’s government. “Andy Rooney” talks about the hate mail he has received.
#7 - The Colonel's Wife, A Right That Could Be Wrong, The Bicycle Thief
Season 32 - Episode 34 - Aired 5/7/2000
“The Colonel’s Wife” interviews the wife of a U.S. Army colonel who was recently convicted of drug smuggling. “A Right That Could Be Wrong” examines how the mentally ill may no longer have the right to refuse their medication. “The Bicycle Thief” examines California’s three strikes law that puts three-time offenders in jail for 25-years-to-life even if they have committed only non-violent crimes. “Andy Rooney” talks about how young people throw out more junk than old people.
#8 - Who Killed Malcolm X?, The Seamy Side of Paradise, Ready, Willing & Able
Season 32 - Episode 35 - Aired 5/14/2000
“Who Killed Malcolm X?” talks to Louis Farrakhan and Malcolm X’s daughter about the death of the civil rights activist. “The Seamy Side of Paradise” talks to a priest who is working in the slums of Jamaica. “Ready, Willing And Able” looks at a unique program for the homeless in New York City that puts them to work, provides room and board, and even educates them. “Andy Rooney” talks about Mother’s Day.
#9 - Bishop Spong, Kevin Mitnick: Cyber Thief, Carlos Acosta's Story
Season 32 - Episode 36 - Aired 5/21/2000
“Bishop Spong” profiles the controversial Episcopal bishop Jack Spong. “Kevin Mitnick: Cyber Thief” rebroadcasts a segment on the infamous hacker. “Carlos Acosta’s Story” profiles the popular Cuban ballet dancer. “Andy Rooney” talks about the cluttered office space of his fellow correspondents.
#10 - Charlton Heston, 50,000 White Farmers, Miranda
Season 32 - Episode 37 - Aired 5/28/2000
“Charlton Heston” rebroadcasts a profile of the actor who is now head of the NRA. “50,000 White Farmers” rebroadcasts a segment on how white farmers in South Africa are the targets of crime and assault. “Miranda” rebroadcasts a segment on whether Miranda v. Arizona should be overturned. “Andy Rooney” talks about car bumpers.
#11 - The Defector, The Court-Martial of Major Bates, The Year of the Woman
Season 32 - Episode 38 - Aired 6/4/2000
“The Defector” investigates the case of an Iranian defector who claims that Iran was responsible for the bombing of Pan Am 103. “The Court-Martial of Major Bates” rebroadcasts a segment on a major who may face court-martial due to his refusal to accept an Anthrax Vaccination. “The Year of the Woman” rebroadcasts a segment on the abuse of women in India. “Andy Rooney” talks about side effects to medicine.
#12 - On Trial for Murder, Knee Deep in Fraud, The Forgotten Hostage
Season 32 - Episode 39 - Aired 6/11/2000
“On Trial for Murder” rebroadcasts a look at the case of an 11 year old boy who is charged with murder. “Knee Deep in Fraud” rebroadcasts an investigation into fraud in California’s health-care system. “The Forgotten Hostage” rebroadcasts a segment on an Israeli soldier who was taken hostage and in Lebanon and has not been heard from in over a decade. “Andy Rooney” talks about clothes in the closet.
#13 - Doing the Right Thing?, Ben Zander, Columbia's Andres Pastrana
Season 32 - Episode 40 - Aired 6/18/2000
“Doing the Right Thing?” rebroadcasts an examination into whether the L.A.P.D. allowed a shoot-out suspect to die after he surrendered. “Ben Zander” rebroadcasts a profile of the conductor of the Boston Philharmonic. “Columbia’s Andres Pastrana” rebroadcasts an interview with the president of Columbia who wants more U.S. help in the was on drugs. “Andy Rooney” talks about the new dollar coin.
#14 - Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Cruising for Fun and Profit, Prison Inc.
Season 32 - Episode 41 - Aired 6/25/2000
“Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” rebroadcasts an examination of how the law governing homosexuals in the military has been largely disregarded. “Cruising for Fun and Profit” rebroadcasts an investigation into how cruise lines bring in large profiles but pay little in taxes. “Prison Inc.” rebroadcasts a segment on the controversial growth of prison labor. “Andy Rooney” talks about natural ingredients in food.
#15 - By Faith Alone, Tom Joyner, Locked Up for Life?
Season 32 - Episode 28 - Aired 3/26/2000
“By Faith Alone” looks at how the government Medicare system is paying for the non-medical care of Christian Scientists who religiously oppose the use of doctors. “Tom Joyner” profiles the popular radio host. “Locked Up for Life?” looks at the plight of INS detainees who have been arrested for crimes and must be deported, but cannot be deported because their countries of origin refuse to take them back. “Andy Rooney” talks about the census.
#16 - Harry Potter, Need Cash?, Adopt Me
Season 32 - Episode 43 - Aired 7/9/2000
“Harry Potter” rebroadcasts a profile of J.K. Rowling author of the popular fantasy book series. “Need Cash?” rebroadcasts a look at how some automobile title lenders have been charging exorbitant interest rates. “Adopt Me” rebroadcasts a look at adoption parties for special needs children. “Andy Rooney” talks about the ten best unimportant inventions.
#17 - Hitler's Pope?, Kevin Spacey, Voice of the Farmer
Season 32 - Episode 44 - Aired 7/16/2000
“Hitler’s Pope” rebroadcasts a look at the criticism of Pope Pius XII for his lack of action during World War II. “Kevin Spacey” rebroadcasts an interview with the popular actor. “Voice of the Farmer” rebroadcasts an examination of how the American Farm Bureau is doing more to support big agribusiness companies than family farmers. “Andy Rooney” talks about charging telemarketers.
#18 - Autopsy, The Scuffed Halls of Ivy: Emory University, TB
Season 32 - Episode 45 - Aired 7/23/2000
“Autopsy” rebroadcasts a segment on how hospitals need to do more autopsies. “The Scuffed Halls of Ivy: Emory University” rebroadcasts a segment on a professor who was forced out due to politics. “TB” rebroadcasts a look at drug-resistant tuberculosis. “Andy Rooney” talks about envelopes.
#19 - Dikembe Mutombo, Lord of the Manor, The Columbine Effect
Season 32 - Episode 46 - Aired 7/30/2000
“Dikembe Mutombo” rebroadcasts a segment on the basketball star and his efforts to provide medical care in the Congo. “Lord of the Manor” rebroadcasts a look at the feud surrounding Gardiner Island. “Columbine Effect” rebroadcasts a look at how an Alabama school is having a problem dealing with a violent student because he is also considered disabled. “Andy Rooney” talks about mixed nuts.
#20 - Echelon, Frank McCourt, Kipp
Season 32 - Episode 47 - Aired 8/6/2000
“Echelon” rebroadcasts a segment on the NSA program which uses listening posts around the world to monitor electronic communication. “Frank McCourt” rebroadcasts an interview with the Pulitzer Prize winning author. “Kipp” rebroadcasts an examination of a successful public school program that uses discipline, long hours, and a contract. “Andy Rooney” talks about car names.
#21 - Spy?, Come Dancing, Not as Private as You Think
Season 32 - Episode 48 - Aired 8/13/2000
“Spy?” rebroadcasts a segment on alleged spy and nuclear technician Wen Ho Lee. “Come Dancing” rebroadcasts a look at the growth of competitive of ballroom dance. “Not as Private as You Think” rebroadcasts a segment on how Internet companies are compiling information about consumers. “Andy Rooney” talks about motorized scooters.
#22 - The Bicycle Thief, Gross National Happiness, Whose Country Is It?
Season 32 - Episode 49 - Aired 8/20/2000
“The Bicycle Thief” rebroadcasts an examination of California’s three strikes law. “Gross National Happiness” rebroadcasts a segment on the country of Bhutan which focuses more on happiness than economic growth. “Whose Country Is It?” rebroadcasts a look at the conflict in Israel between secular people and ultra-orthodox Jews. “Andy Rooney” talks about the presidential and vice-presidential tickets.
#23 - Coming Apart at the Seams, A Pig Heart?, Eric Clapton
Season 32 - Episode 50 - Aired 8/27/2000
“Coming Apart at the Seams” rebroadcasts a segment on the Russian Army and how it is suffering from problems with money and morale. “A Pig Heart?” rebroadcasts a segment on the dangers and possible benefits of xenotransplantation. “Eric Clapton” rebroadcasts a segment on the popular musician. “Andy Rooney” talks about the offices of his fellow correspondents.
#24 - Jiang Zemin, Daniel Barenboim
Season 32 - Episode 51 - Aired 9/3/2000
“Jiang Zemin” interviews the President of the People’s Republic of China about his visit to the United States. “Daniel Barenboim” rebroadcasts a segment on the pianist who is considered by some to be the most accomplished all-around living musician in the world. “Andy Rooney” talks about people wearing clothing advertisements.
#25 - Testing, Testing, Testing, The Eyes, Hit List?
Season 32 - Episode 52 - Aired 9/10/2000
“Testing, Testing, Testing” looks at how emphasis on passing tests is making good test takers, not necessarily good students. “The Eyes” rebroadcasts a segment on three blind men and their lives. “Hit List?” rebroadcasts a look at how some anti-abortion activists are publishing personal information about abortion doctors. “Andy Rooney” talks about gardening.