Today on CNN Newsroom
Alan Simpson talks 'fiscal cliff'
With time running out before we reach the 'fiscal cliff', many wonder if our political leaders have what it takes to strike a deal. Former Wyoming senator Alan Simpson is one these people. Ted Rowlands' speaks with Simpson about why our political leaders need to remember that they are 'Americans first, not Republicans or Democrats'.
The making of the Petraeus image
Before a sex scandal forced him to resign, CIA Director David Petraeus was regarded as an American hero and possible presidential candidate. Ted Rowlands speaks with CNN's Howard Kurtz about his rapid rise to the top and how Petraeus used the media to his advantage throughout his career.
Promoting Religious Freedom
Ambassador Suzan Johnson Cook is promoting religious freedom in 199 nations around the world. http://www.facebook.com/RFAmbassador
You Are What You Drink
Randi Kaye and Victor Blackwell sit down with celebrity fitness and nutrition expert, Mark MacDonald.
St. Vincent: Performing is a "Mixing console to your personality"
Annie Clark, AKA St. Vincent, is having another amazing year. The singer/songwriter/guitar shredder toured the world on the strength of her critically acclaimed third album, Strange Mercy. Then she embarked on a second tour with music legend David Byrne, promoting their new collaborative album, Love This Giant. Clark tells CNN how her approach to performing has changed over the years, and why it helps her bring together the various sides of her personality.
