The Christian Science Monitor Daily Podcast
The editors of The Christian Science Monitor take you beyond the headlines with the ideas driving progress in this 15-minute news briefing. The Monitor Daily Podcast is available each Monday through Friday at 6 pm ET. For more information on the Daily or The Christian Science Monitor, visit csmonitor.com. Send your comments, suggestions or thoughts to podcast@csmonitor.com.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Israeli Druze, who for decades have served in Israel’s security services, say the graphic Oct. 7 attack and ensuing war has been a turning point in Druze-Jewish relations, with the shared threat and an outpouring of support binding the two communities like never before. Also: today’s stories, including: Thailand provides free menstrual products to solve ‘period poverty,’ private companies race to complete lunar landings, and an inevitable Trump-Biden rematch tires voters. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The world is increasingly questioning what it owes victims of state genocide, enslavement, and policies of exclusion. Germany’s atonement after the Holocaust shows a path. Also: today’s stories, including the Kremlin's campaign to push social conservatism, American shrimpers face extinction due to overseas competition, and Miles for Freedom, a Texas non-profit, offers the formerly incarcerated a new lease on life. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, January 29, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Israel’s twin war goals in Gaza of rescuing hostages and defeating Hamas have been hard to reconcile. As the United States and others try to mediate a new cease-fire/hostage deal with Hamas, do Israelis know what victory looks like? Also: today's stories, including drone attack tests U.S. efforts to contain Middle East conflict, China's birth rate slump, and a look at Argentina's broad reforms in a challenging political reality. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and JJ Wahlberg for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, January 26, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Monitor reporters witnessed a shooting attack by West Bank settlers on Palestinian shepherds as an Israeli army jeep stood by. Officials and diplomats say the attacks further a campaign they’ve warned of for years: to push Palestinians off their lands. Also: today’s stories, including the Biden administration’s forgiveness of thousands of dollars of college debt, a high-stakes lawsuit against Donald Trump, and a deeper look at Evangelical congregations. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, January 25, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
While immigration compromise has long eluded lawmakers, a number of factors recently aligned to make a border security deal seem possible. But opposition from former President Donald Trump may halt the momentum. Also: today’s stories, including a Swedish town sinking because of persistent mining, developments in the Colorado court case disqualifying Trump from the ballot box, and a community in Namibia bands together to stop rhino poachers. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Donald Trump’s victory in New Hampshire seems to confirm he’s on the fast track to the Republican nomination. But did the Granite State also expose some warning signs for his prospects in November’s general election? Also: today’s stories, including arms trading between Russia and Iran, the losses to Gaza’s artistic community, and what happens when winter weather leaves Tesla drivers out in the cold. Join the Monitor’s Mark Sappenfield and Kendra Nordin Beato for today’s news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Everybody worries that smart computers will take over jobs and get people fired. What’s less visible, but perhaps equally important, is that they’re also playing a role in who gets hired. Also: today’s stories, including a shift in perspective on marijuana, restoring trust between Iran and Pakistan, and the most international Oscar nominees in history. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ali Martin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, January 22, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
As New Hampshire prepares to vote in Tuesday’s presidential primary, the good-natured vibe is strong. Also: today’s stories, including: Richard Glossip found an unlikely ally advocating for clemency: Oklahoma’s Republican attorney general, President Joe Biden’s reelection prospects have been hit by frustration among elements of his winning 2020 coalition with his unwavering support for Israel, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an opulent new temple in Ayodhya, India on the site where a Hindu mob leveled a mosque three decades ago.
Join the Monitor’s Amelia Newcomb and Ira Porter for today’s news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, January 19, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In an Israeli Druze village bordering Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan, Druze residents’ coexistence with Jews, Muslims, and Christians could be a template for peace. Also: today’s stories, including how farmers in Senegal are dealing with the effects of climate change on their crops, and how one writer pushed past an uncomfortable situation in order to grow. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, January 18, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The U.S. Supreme Court will make a historic ruling this year on whether the Constitution disqualifies Donald Trump from running for president. This month, the Monitor will be analyzing important questions the justices will be considering. Also: today’s stories, including the bond between Muslims and Jews in Kolkata, why a Black farmer is growing rice in Louisiana, and Europe’s leaders seek to Trump-proof policies. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
