60 Minutes
Germany Rearms | The Price of Life | Hoosier Hysteria
Season 58, Episode 12 · Aired 2025-12-14
Synopsis
Germany Rearms – Germany is racing to rearm as the war in Ukraine shakes its sense of security, forcing it to confront its military past while strengthening its military might. Correspondent Bill Whitaker observes basic training in northwest Germany. He speaks with Defense Minister Boris Pistorius in Berlin to learn how Germany plans to achieve its goal of building the most powerful armed forces in Europe. Marc Lieberman is the producer. The Price of Life – A new generation of drugs is offering hope to children who once had none. But these breakthrough therapies can cost millions per dose, and the American healthcare system still hasn't figured out how to pay for them. Correspondent Scott Pelley sets out to understand the challenges of paying for these expensive treatments. Aaron Weisz is the producer. Hoosier Hysteria – An unscripted underdog saga is unfolding in the most unlikely setting this college football season. Indiana University's perennially overlooked and outmatched Hoosiers have transformed into the #1-ranked team in the country. Correspondent Jon Wertheim speaks with head coach Curt Cignetti and dives into how this remarkable turnaround took shape – as the undefeated Hoosiers contend for a national championship. David M. Levine is the producer.
In the series
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Key cast
- Mike Wallace as Correspondent
- Morley Safer as Correspondent
- Harry Reasoner as Correspondent
- Ed Bradley as Correspondent
- Diane Sawyer as Correspondent
Also in season 58
- S58E01 A Lonely Voice | The Mystery of the Eagle S | Dana White
- S58E02 Vaccine Court | The Tequila Heist | This is Rob Reiner
- S58E03 The China Hack | Booms, Busts and Bubbles | The Road to Damascus
- S58E04 The Dealmakers | Erez Reuveni | Amy Sherald
- S58E05 On The Brink | Dr. Attia Will See You Now | The Mentalist
- S58E06 President Trump | Officially Amazing