CONNECT PREP OnAir & Social Media ready features, kickers and interviews. FRIDAY, October 2nd, 2020

POLITICS

President Trump Tests Positive For Covid AUDIO: President SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: ***MUST CREDIT *** Is it considered an October surprise if President Trump tests positive for the coronavirus after his non-social distancing rallies? In a shocking announcement on , Trump says he and first lady Melania have tested positive for Covid-19. This comes just hours after news broke that his top aide also tested positive. She recently traveled with Trump several times, including to the debate in Cleveland and his campaign rally in Minnesota. Before he made the announcement, the President told Fox News' 'Hannity,' he was awaiting the results and may have to quarantine as a result. OUTCUE: I don’t know

LIFESTYLE AND OFFBEAT

Apple System Upgrade Brings Sweet Changes To Products AUDIO: Ian Sherr LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: Apple's new iOS 14 update is here and it's tasting sweet. In one of the biggest iOS upgrades in years, the tech giant added many new features to its software like customizing your homescreen, an app library, and picture-in-picture. CNET Editor-At-Large Ian Sherr tells us there are a lot of different things you can do with the new update. OUTCUE: the internet

Facebook Makes It Easier To Message Through Instagram AUDIO: Ian Sherr LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: is making it easier for its users to chat with people on Instagram - and we're here for it. Social Media users now have one less step to go through if they want to message their friends using either platform. This is the first step in Facebook's plan to make Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger under one entity. CNET's Ian Sherr gave CBS News his take on Facebook's move: OUTCUE: comfortable with

Amazon Literally Has Us In The Palm Of Their Hands AUDIO: Ian Sherr LENGTH: 00:00:25 LEAD: Even 'The Jetsons' didn't have this. Amazon is letting customers pay with the palm of their hands - yes, their hands! The new palm signature, using Amazon One, will be rolled out in the mega company’s own Go stores in Seattle, with plans to add it other major markets in the coming months. CNET Editor-At-Large Ian Sherr tells us how the new tech breakthrough will work. OUTCUE: whatever

New Video Game Systems Not Playing Around In Console Wars AUDIO: Ian Sherr LENGTH: 00:00:31 LEAD: Sony and Microsoft aren't playing around this year when it comes to video games. The new PS5 and Xbox Series X are set to battle it out for holiday shopping supremacy. Both consoles will set you back hundreds of dollars, but they're already selling out fast. But, as CNET's Ian Sherr tells us, you may want to hold off buying them until next year. OUTCUE: older consoles

CORONAVIRUS LIFE

Family Tests Positive For Covid After House Burns Down AUDIO: Matthew Graham SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:15 LEAD: 2020 has been a year from hell for most of us, but for one family it may be even worse than that. The Grahams first lost their home because of the wildfires in Washington state - that itself is awful. But now the whole family has tested positive for the coronavirus! After their house burnt down, they moved in with relatives, now they're all quarantined in a hotel. Matthew Graham tells 'Inside Edition' that the aftermath of the wildfires made it hard for them to follow to Covid guidelines. OUTCUE: that well

MOVIES AND TV

Fox News Reporter Blasts Trump Supporters In Tirade AUDIO: John Roberts SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:11 LEAD: ***MUST CREDIT FOX NEWS*** Fox News' John Roberts may want to stay off Twitter for a while. The White House reporter got into a heated exchange with President Trump's Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany about her boss' stance on . Well, Trump supporters were not happy with Roberts' question and blasted him on social media, leading him to go off on them on live TV. OUTCUE: tired of it

Cops Coming Back To TV But Not In The US AUDIO: ‘Cops’ Theme Song SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:25 LEAD: 'Cops' is taking over the world again, but with one major exception. American viewers who were hoping the Paramount Network brought the show back will be disappointed to find out it will only be shown in international territories, not the U-S. The 33rd season was canceled after the killing of George Floyd. Camera crews have already started filming in Spokane County, Washington, where the Sheriff's office released a statement saying they are pleased to have the show following their deputies. OUTCUE: come for you (music fades)

TV Preview AUDIO: ‘Undercover Boss’ clip LENGTH: 00:00:25 LEAD: Tonight at 8pm ET on CBS, catch celebs Jason Derulo, Rob Gronkowski, Lucy Hale and Mario Lopez on an all new 'The Greatest #AtHome Videos.' Also at 8pm ET on the CW, catch 'Masters of Illusion' where illusionists try to wow the audience with magic. You can also head over to FOX at 8pm ET for a new 'Friday Night SmackDown.' Then at 9pm ET, season 10 of 'Undercover Boss' premieres on CBS with the CEO of TGI Fridays. OUTCUE: a better leader

MUSIC

Rihanna Savagely Back To Work After Scooter Accident AUDIO: Rihanna SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:16 LEAD: Rihanna is getting 'Savage' after her scary scooter accident. If you remember, the pop superstar joined Simon Cowell as the victim of an electric vehicle, except her's was a scooter. RiRi fell and bruised her beautiful face, but luckily she's now healed and promoting her Savage x Fenty lingerie line. The 'Diamonds' singer exclusively told 'Entertainment Tonight' that she's feeling much better after the injury. You can shop her collection starting today. OUTCUE: they’re dangerous

Nicki Minaj Goes From Starships To Star Mom AUDIO: Nicki Minaj SOCIAL MEDIA: Video LENGTH: 00:00:17 LEAD: Congrats are in order for Nicki Minaj and her husband Kenneth Perry. The happy couple welcomed a baby in Los Angeles, but haven't revealed the sex or name yet. Nicki announced her pregnancy in July, by posting pics with her baby bump on social media from a photoshoot with David LaChappelle. It comes almost 9 months after the childhood friends secretly tied the knot. On Lil Wayne's 'Young Money Radio' in June, Nicki talked about enjoying married life. OUTCUE: top of the world

SPORTS

NFL’s Marlon Humphrey Signs Massive Extension With Ravens AUDIO: Brady Quinn SOCIAL MEDIA: Photo LENGTH: 00:00:23 LEAD: It really pays to do well in the NFL. Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey signed a massive 5-year extension with the team that would pay him 98-point-75 million dollars. This makes him the second-highest paid cornerback in the league. Last year was a great year for the 2017 first round pick. He made his first-ever Pro Bowl after racking up 65 tackles, 14 passes defended, and three interceptions over 16 games. CBS Sports NFL Analyst Brady Quinn says the Ravens jumped on the chance to extend their star player's contract. OUTCUE: this extension now

LATE NIGHT

Late Night Highlight AUDIO: Stephen Colbert; Trevor Noah; James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:39 LEAD: Late Show hosts are having a ball with the debate commission wanting to cut off the mics of the candidates to make the debates more orderly. Stephen Colbert, Trevor Noah and James Corden joked that it still wouldn't work with President Trump. Here’s your late night roundup: OUTCUE: showtime, showtime

The Daily Show With Trevor Noah AUDIO: Trevor Noah LENGTH: 00:00:19 LEAD: On 'The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,' Trevor joked that the new possible debate procedures proposed by the commission may not work with President Trump. OUTCUE: steal focus

The Daily Show With Trevor Noah AUDIO: Trevor Noah LENGTH: 00:00:17 LEAD: On 'The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,' Trevor joked about the new guidelines proposed by the debate commission, which he doesn't think President Trump will follow. OUTCUE: showtime, showtime

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen joked about the commission wanting to change the format of the next two debates. OUTCUE: have them again

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:24 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen joked about how Republicans are now worried about the election after President Trump's debate performance. OUTCUE: the wrong horse

The Late Show With Stephen Colbert AUDIO: Stephen Colbert LENGTH: 00:00:26 LEAD: On 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' Stephen talked about how terrible the first presidential debate was. OUTCUE: the Hindenburg The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James joked about President Trump's statement that his debate with Democratic opponent was one of the highest rated TV programs ever. OUTCUE: liar (laughs)

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:19 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James joked about President Trump's assertion that the first presidential debate had high ratings. OUTCUE: of America (laughs)

The Late Late Show With James Corden AUDIO: James Corden LENGTH: 00:00:24 LEAD: On 'The Late Late Show with James Corden,' James joked about what the commission can do to make the next debate more orderly. OUTCUE: naughty (laughs)

TODAY IN HISTORY

Today In History 1cut AUDIO: Movie Clip LENGTH: 00:00:16 LEAD: From October 2, 1957 -- 63 years ago today, the World War Two drama "The Bridge on the River Kwai" premiered. The classic film would go on to win seven Academy Awards. Here's the famous whistling march. OUTCUE: (ends cold)

Today In History 2cut AUDIO: Rod Serling LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: From October 2, 1959 -- 61 years ago today, the classic TV series "The Twilight Zone" debuted on CBS. NOTE: This is the intro used during the 1st season. The more familiar theme we all remember was not used until season 2. OUTCUE: The Twilight Zone

Today In History 3cut AUDIO: Burt Lancaster LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: From October 2, 1985 -- 35 years ago today, actor Rock Hudson died of complications from AIDS at home in Los Angeles. He was 59. Not long before, Hudson had written a letter for an AIDS benefit he was too ill to attend. It was read by actor Burt Lancaster. OUTCUE: some positive worth

Today In History 4cut AUDIO: David Souter LENGTH: 00:00:10 LEAD: From October 2, 1990 -- 30 years ago today, the Senate voted 90-9 to confirm the nomination of David Souter (SOO'-tur) to the Supreme Court. Afterwards, Souter made a pledge to the American people. OUTCUE: give to them

Today In History 5cut AUDIO: John Ouderkirk & Mark Fuhrman LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: From October 2, 1996 -- 24 years ago today, former Los Angeles Police detective Mark Fuhrman was given three years probation and fined 200 dollars, after pleading no contest to perjury. During O.J. Simpson's criminal trial, Fuhrman testified he had never used the n-word racial slur in the previous 10 years. He entered his plea before Judge John Ouderkirk (OW'-dur-kirk). OUTCUE: no contest

Today In History 6cut AUDIO: A Michael’s employee LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: From October 2, 2002 -- 18 years ago today, Michael's employee calls in what would turn out to be the first of ten fatal sniper attacks in the Washington D.C. area. The ensuing manhunt lasted three weeks, resulting in the arrest of John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo, who were sentenced to execution and life in prison, respectively. OUTCUE: Michael's in Fredericksburg

Today In History 7cut AUDIO: Jeffrey Miller LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: From October 2, 2006 -- 14 years ago today, an armed milk truck driver took a group of girls hostage in an Amish schoolhouse in Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania, killing five of the girls and wounding five others before committing suicide. State police commissioner Jeffery Miller described what happened. OUTCUE: executed them

Today In History 8cut AUDIO: President Donald Trump LENGTH: 00:00:02 LEAD: From October 2, 2017 -- 3 years ago today, hours after the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, President Trump condemned the Las Vegas massacre that left 58 dead. OUTCUE: pure evil

Today In History 9cut AUDIO: Brandt Jean {pronounced like XHAHN} LENGTH: 00:00:06 LEAD: From October 2, 2019 -- 1 year ago today, a Dallas jury sentenced white former police officer Amber Guyger to 10 years in prison, a day after convicting her of murder in the killing of her Black upstairs neighbor. The victim's brother embraced her in court. OUTCUE: I forgive you

Today In History 10cut AUDIO: Don McLean LENGTH: 00:00:20 LEAD: From October 2, 1945 -- *A birthday cut* 75 years ago today, singer Don McLean was born. You know him best for the 1971 rock opus, "American Pie." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 11cut AUDIO: Sting LENGTH: 00:00:21 LEAD: From October 2, 1951 -- *A birthday cut* 69 years ago today, Sting was born. The former lead singer of The Police has long been established as a solo star. This is his hit, "Desert Rose." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 12cut AUDIO: Freddie Jackson LENGTH: 00:00:26 LEAD: From October 2, 1956 -- *A birthday cut* 64 years ago today, rhythm-and-blues singer Freddie Jackson was born. Here is hit single, "Rock Me Tonight." OUTCUE: (music fades)

Today In History 13cut AUDIO: Kelly Ripa LENGTH: 00:00:08 LEAD: From October 2, 1970 -- *A birthday cut* 50 years ago today, talk show host Kelly Ripa was born. You'll often hear her talk about her kids. OUTCUE: Us Weekly

Today In History 14cut AUDIO: Samantha Barks LENGTH: 00:00:22 LEAD: From October 2, 1990 -- *A birthday cut* 30 years ago today, actress Samantha Barks was born. She played the role of Eponine in the film version of "Les Miserables." Here she is singing "On My Own." OUTCUE: (music fades)

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