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, February 21, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In recent years, the U.S. and China have had to learn how to navigate growing mistrust and make progress toward stability. Also: today’s stories, including Ukraine’s frontline runs low on ammo, an unelected coalition of politicians takes on governing Pakistan, and newsrooms in Utah pool resources to combat the Great Salt Lake drought. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Jasper Davidoff for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Only five states executed people last year. Oklahoma was one of them – and some GOP state lawmakers worry they cannot trust their system to get it right. Also: today’s stories, including public trust Poland, progress on lightning safety in India, and five debut novels by Black authors worth reading – now or any month. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, February 16, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Alexei Navalny’s death in prison on Friday brings a tragic end to a struggle the Kremlin had already largely contained. Also: today’s stories, including President Biden visits the site of the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, AI as a learning tool in US classrooms, and Representative Michael McCaul on bipartisanship on foreign aid. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Caitlin Babcock for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, February 15, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The US has wrangled historically over playing a large role on the global stage or turning inward. As the pull of ’America First’ intensifies, the current battle could have significant security consequences for Ukraine and the rest of Europe. Also: today’s stories, including what’s behind mideast distrust of the UN, a new change in college sports, and Ecuador’s guardians against illegal mining. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Can soccer help El Salvador turn from terror to trust? One community in El Salvador is turning to soccer to help overcome divisions sown by years of brutal gang violence and impunity. Also: today's stories, including American's increasingly positive views on the economy, jeepneys adapting in the Philippines, and Why Boston’s wealthy Back Bay said yes, in our backyard. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Israeli forces have moved into Rafah, where more than one million displaced Palestinians now live. Concern among world leaders — even those supportive of Israel — is growing.
Also: today’s stories, including a rising minimum wage and this week's Points of Progress. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, February 12, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
On paper, court fees and ticket fines help balance local budgets. But a deep dive suggests the harm they cause far outweighs any revenue raised. Also: today’s stories, including GOP isolationism on Ukraine, George Santos’ special election, and how food can bridge divides within families. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, February 9, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The war in Ukraine is at a pivotal point, after a disappointing counteroffensive and a halt of U.S. aid. To help shore up Western support, Ukraine must now demonstrate a clear strategy. Also: today’s stories, including a call for empathy in Poland, a controversial vote in Pakistan, and Las Vegas’ transformation into a pro sports hub. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, February 8, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Can a Civil War-era provision barring insurrectionists from public office mean Donald Trump can be kicked off presidential primary ballots? The U.S. Supreme Court appeared skeptical during oral arguments – and concerned more about the future than the past. Also: today’s stories, including a London experiment to get commuters to greet each other on the train, what Northern Ireland’s lasting peace can teach us about the Israel-Hamas war, and what’s behind America’s political divide. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ali Martin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
To hear it from Tucker Carlson or his Russian fans, his soon-to-be-aired interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin is an exercise in journalistic parity. What's in it for the Kremlin? Also: today's stories, including how the historic Trump v. Anderson case will test the Supreme Court, why Portugal attracts U.S. expats, today's U.S. Senate vote, and a look at what it means that a court held a parent responsible for their child's mass shooting. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
