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.
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Jerry Craft writes books with Black characters that reflect his experience growing up. Like many writers of color, he didn’t see himself in the books he read as a young person. As an adult, with sons of his own, he saw an opportunity to write about “the side of African American life that isn’t steeped in misery,” he has said. Also: today’s stories, including the conditions of migrants stuck between the Belarus-Poland border, the newly strained diplomatic relationship of Britain and France, and how talks between Joe Biden and Xi Jinping can heal divisions. Join the Monitor's April Austin and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, November 15, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Monitor journalists get to do a lot of listening. Now, you’ll also get to hear stories straight from sources too. Today we’re launching an eight-part audio series where we’ll go deep with the people making a difference in their communities. Also: today’s stories, including whether the U.S. can still build – and think – big, why Chinese millennials are opting to “lie flat,” and whether child care can help with worker shortages. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ashley Lisenby for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, November 12, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Talking about veteran labor lobbyist Robert Juliano, retired Monitor correspondent Gail Russell Chaddock says, “If all those regaled by his adventures could pool their stories, we’d have quite a picture of Washington back when people talked to each other.” Also, today’s stories include Albuquerque’s latest policing experiment, Russia’s perspective on climate change, and the right to civic education. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In some 34 states, child entrepreneurs are required to get a permit that typically costs more than any profits they might make. Well-intended child labor laws and sanitation rules are often the justification. But on Monday, New Jersey joined a growing number of states taking a stand for junior free enterprise. Also: today’s stories, including a look at rising inflation in the United States, the pros and cons of carbon capture, and an encounter with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Louise Erdrich. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Seth Dewey never imagined he’d get into the insurance business. But last month his favorite rock band, Marillion, invited fans to underwrite an upcoming U.K. tour. The innovative initiative ensures that, if the British band has to cancel dates, they’ll still be able to cover costs such as hiring personnel, equipment, and transportation. Also: today’s stories, including how Israel and Jordan are tackling the climate emergency, the changing narrative around theories in economics, and commentary on the importance of fair elections. Join the Monitor's Stephen Humphries and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, November 8, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Arshay Cooper, who leads the newly established A Most Beautiful Thing Inclusion Fund, participated in the iconic Head of the Charles regatta. He says the serenity of being on the water can do for the kids he coaches what it did for him – calm the storms of everyday life, poverty, and disruption. Also: today’s stories, including pro-choice Christians in Texas, a new way to construct houses with 3D printing, and ABBAs return after 40 years. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Clay Collins for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, November 5, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
This week, Vito Perillo won a second term as mayor of Tinton Falls, New Jersey. Did we mention that Mr. Perillo is 97 years old? He’s likely the oldest mayor in the United States. Also: today’s stories, including a look at whether Biden has a mandate from voters, efforts to cut super pollutants, and the loss of civility in youth sports. Join the Monitor's Peter Grier and Ashley Lisenby for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, November 4, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
There’s a lot of talk in journalism circles about what’s called “both sides-ism.” The basic idea is that, in some cases, the journalistic approach of representing both sides equally creates false equivalencies. Yet, in many cases, the avoidance of both sides-ism has become “one side-ism,” which can be worse. Also, today’s stories include Nicaragua’s new dictatorship, EU’s border tax on carbon, and a review of the movie “Eternals.” Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Noelle Swan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Some 2,300 New York City firefighters didn’t show up for work Monday, taking “sick leave” rather than get vaccinated. The situation seemed to be fueling fears and feeding a larger narrative of polarization. If you look a little closer, the numbers tell a more nuanced story. Also: today’s stories, including a look at what Virginia’s latest election signals about negative partisanship, the view of climate justice from a village in Senegal, and the celebration of Diwali. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, November 2, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Reza is the real name for “Mohammad,” the Afghan we highlighted in September who worked as an interpreter and logistical aide for Americans and Canadians over the years. An intellectual, educated opponent of the Taliban, Reza Kateb was desperate to get himself and his family out of Afghanistan. Also: today’s stories, including a look at the labor shortage in America, a progress roundup on foster care, and commentary on the mental health of athletes. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
