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Steve Kroft Reflects on 30 Years with 60 Minutes

4/5/2026

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  • Steve Kroft, longtime CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent, spoke about his experience on the show during a podcast with Bill O'Reilly.
  • He described the job as demanding, with constant travel and long hours.
  • He was initially excited to join 60 Minutes but learned it fostered competition and jealousy among peers.
  • He retired in 2019 after 30 seasons and became the longest-tenured CBS News 60 Minutes correspondent.