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.
Monday, August 30, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
What do puns have to do with the environment? Lots, if you are rising fifth grader Merwan Robinson, who spent his summer writing, illustrating, and publishing – with help from his parents – the two-book series “Martha’s Vineyard Puns to Bring a Smile.” Also: today’s stories, including why Bolsonaro’s military courtship is raising concerns, Pakistan’s domestic workers who are confronting abuse, and an Afghanistan veteran's jagged path from war to peace. Join the Monitor's Trudy Palmer and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, August 27, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The U.S. relied, in part, on Taliban pledges to curb terrorism as it negotiated its exit from Afghanistan. Terrorism experts say the attack in Kabul underscores their doubts about the militants’ abilities and intentions. Also: today’s stories, including Mexico’s aim to curb violence by suing U.S. gunmakers, locals in Menorca, Spain, work to protect a critical species, and a new documentary explores the resiliency of Broadway. Join the Monitor's Peter Grier and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, August 26,2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Terrorist bombings outside Kabul's international airport on Thursday were a humanitarian tragedy – and may increase pressure on both the U.S. and Taliban. There are a few conditions the international community as a whole, led by the five powers of the United Nations Security Council, will want to set with the Taliban government in order for foreign assistance to resume. Also: today’s stories, including how Indonesia is adapting to climate change, the shift college campuses are making to focus on well-being as students return, and a new World Heritage Site brings harmony in Salt, Jordan. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, August 25, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee described the aftermath of flooding in Humphreys County, which left 18 dead Saturday, as tragic. But the portraits of heartache are also colored with hues of courage, compassion, and resilience. Also: today’s stories, including veterans’ efforts to save their Afghan comrades, how schools are attempting to bridge digital divides, and an old-fashioned means of food preservation in Newfoundland. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Samantha Laine Perfas for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, August 24, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Five years ago, Wendy Wang was at work when a child care center sent her a photo of her daughter taking her first step. Balancing work and child care during the pandemic isn’t easy, especially for those in blue-collar jobs that require on-site work. So Ms. Wang changed to a new job that allowed her to work from home with her child. Also: today’s stories, including why Trump wants 10 GOP lawmakers gone, why Turkey is Africa's newest friend, and the 10 best books of August. Join the Monitor's Stephen Humphries and Noelle Swan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, August 23, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
When most people think of Afghanistan, a war-torn, tumultuous country comes to mind. But the Monitor’s Ann Scott Tyson holds a much more nuanced image. “Afghanistan is a very complicated place,” she says. Also: today’s stories, including an essay on Afghanistan, a look at electric vehicles, and how tribal colleges are honoring students’ pasts. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, August 20, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
A giant inflated duck that mysteriously appeared in a Maine harbor has brought joy to the residents of Belfast. There’s good reason for joy to stay in our headlines alongside the stories of still-unmet aspirations for peace, health, and security. Today’s stories explore how the Taliban turned ethnic minorities against the U.S.-backed Afghan government, how grassroots conservationists are fighting for cleaner groundwater in Florida, and how changing lifestyles are affecting the ice cream industry. Join the Monitor's Stephen Humphries and Ashley Lisenby for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, August 19, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The Monitor has long had close ties with Afghanistan. As the Taliban took over the country, our reporters are working to support Afghans who once helped them on reporting assignments. In today’s stories, we explore how the Taliban leverages Afghan history and culture, how “native gardens” are repairing local ecosystems, how a director fought for deaf actors, and other topics. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Samantha Laine Perfas for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, August 18, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Angry Americans, we reported last week, are taking out their frustrations on servers, flight attendants, hotel clerks, and all kinds of frontline workers. But at a hotel in Maine, one man who stomped out after waiting more than an hour to be seated went out of his way to make up for his behavior. Also: today’s stories, including the effects of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan on America’s position as a global power; a high-flying – if controversial – solution to drought in the western US; and a reflection on art and authenticity from one of our reporters. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Nothing snaps the world to attention like a natural disaster – and Haiti has been here before. Money is needed, of course, but equally important are patience and a willingness to recognize the agency and expertise of the Haitian community. Also: today’s stories, including the GOP voters still looking back, why Russian vs. Ukrainian divides so deeply, and how anglers from Colorado are making sacrifices to save the trout. Join the Monitor's Noelle Swan and Clay Collins for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
