Gayle King Catches Up with Her High School Teacher |"Sound of Freedom" director on his controversial film

A new safety standard takes effect today forcing manufacturers to take additional steps to prevent tip-over injuries from furniture. But consumers need to be aware that any furniture manufactured prior to today is not covered. Most important, advocates urge parents to anchor their furniture for safety. CBS News' Consumer Investigative Correspondent Anna Werner joins "CBS Mornings" with more.

The indie movie "Sound of Freedom" has surprised Hollywood by raking in nearly $200 million in the box office — all while controversy swirls around it. The film's director and co-writer Alejandro Monteverde joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his movie and the criticisms and conspiracy theories surrounding it.

As part of our "School Matters" series, we've been highlighting important issues inside America's schools. Sixth grade teacher Ms. Barbara Talley joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her middle school's free food pantry that helps students focus in the classroom — and she receives a surprise donation furnished from Kind Snacks.

Roger Heathcote was Gayle King's teacher in high school. He and his wife Peggy let Gayle live with them her senior year when her family had to move cross-country for her father's job. They join us on "CBS Mornings" to talk about what she was like in high school.

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