Former 60 Minutes executive producer Bill Owens is reportedly exploring a new path in longform TV journalism. According to the report, Owens has been talking about raising money for a newsmagazine-style program that could eventually be sold to a streaming platform.
The idea has fueled speculation that former 60 Minutes producers and correspondents could be considering their own comeback outside the CBS franchise. Based on the available details, the project appears to be in an early stage, with financing and a potential streaming home still part of the discussion rather than a confirmed launch.
At the same time, two prominent 60 Minutes journalists are taking on academic roles. Scott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi are joining Columbia as journalists-in-residence, a move that adds another layer to questions about where veteran broadcast news talent may head next.
The report points to a broader shift in the TV news business, where established personalities and producers are increasingly being linked to streamer-focused projects. While no full lineup or release plan has been confirmed, the possibility of a new streaming newsmagazine tied to former 60 Minutes figures is already drawing attention across the media industry.
