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, September 13, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
What Deion Sanders is doing now as the head coach of the University of Colorado Buffaloes has shocked the world. In winning their first two games, the Buffaloes have even beaten the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs, which played in last season’s national championship game. In today’s stories, we also look at protests in Israel, challenges in the U.S. education system, and the politics of accepting aid in Morocco. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The Monitor is preparing a global series – launching in November – about the generation born into the climate crisis that’s now driving transformation, innovation, and progress. In today’s stories, we also look at COVID-19 misinformation, the Mexican presidential election, and New England oyster fisheries. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Lindsey McGinnis for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, September 11, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
During Coco Gauff’s two-week journey to becoming the United States Open women’s champion, a video of her cheering at the Open more than 10 years ago resurfaced. What happened between that moment a decade ago and her victorious match Saturday is the stuff of storybooks. In today’s stories, we also look at Russia’s car industry, environmental justice in New Orleans, and the 50th anniversary of Chile’s coup. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, September 8, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
On Thursday, 13 presidential libraries and associated foundations issued a joint call for Americans to recommit to democratic values such as the rule of law, tolerance for other views, and peaceful transfers of power. In today’s stories, we also explore India’s role at the G20, Sri Lanka’s doctor exodus, and how a volcano prepared Tenerife to fight wildfires. Join the Monitor's Peter Grier and JJ Wahlberg for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, September 7, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Summer is ending, but one of its big phenomena – a girl-powered economy (with hits such as Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and the “Barbie” movie) – has some staying power. In today’s stories, we also look at the 14th Amendment debate, the risk of a “forever war” between Ukraine and Russia, and Delhi’s anti-begging push. Join the Monitor's Mark Trumbull and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
With the beginning of the 2023 school year comes a set of new challenges for higher ed, from the end of race-based admissions to school finances and more.
Then, a look at the Georgia case against former President Donald Trump — and what the legal outcomes against his 18 co-defendants could mean for him.
Also, today’s stories, including: a Buddhist-inspired high school empowering Hungary's Roma, and one journalist's deep dive into racial equity in an Ohio public school.
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, September 5, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin this month — could this brew a partnership between the two countries as the war in Ukraine rages on? It’s been three years since Oregonians passed a referendum decriminalizing small amounts of drugs. Our writer Story Hinckley examines current attitudes towards Oregon’s approach to drug addiction and recovery. Also, today’s stories, including: boosting elementary school math scores by combatting teachers’ math anxiety, and a music festival composed of “floating concerts” on the Colorado River. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, September 1, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In the wake of Hurricane Idalia's devastation in Florida, our writer Linda Feldmann explains how the right response from Florida Governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis could sway voters. Also, today’s stories, including: Florida’s resilience after Idalia, competing values in African “coup belt,” and the coup in Gabon. Join the Monitor's Laurent Belsie and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, August 31, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
This January, voters in Taiwan may elect a self-made billionaire for president. Our writer Simon Montlake shares his thoughts on the candidacy of Foxconn founder Terry Gou — and what his potential election may mean for China-Taiwan relations. Also, today’s stories, including: how protesters in Peru fight indifference, Putin’s status after the June mutiny, and teens fighting for a say in school book choices. Join the Monitor's Ali Martin and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
A major hurricane has hit Florida – again. But while last year’s Hurricane Ian made landfall in the heavily populated Fort Myers area and dumped epic rains, Hurricane Idalia today was less destructive to human communities. Also, today’s stories, including: why eastern Oregon wants to join Idaho, how LGBTQ people in Uganda are fighting a draconian new law, and the consequences of Egypt’s potential collapse. Join the Monitor's Mark Trumbull and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
