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.
Thursday, September 2, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Today’s stories look at the Supreme Court’s curtailing of abortion rights in Texas, the leverage of unions in pandemic economy, a new book on astronaut Christa McAuliffe, as well as other topics. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Lithuanian Aleksandr Sorokin could be considered the epitome of resilience. This past weekend, Mr. Sorokin shattered a world record that’s stood since 1997 by running 309.4 kilometers (the equivalent of seven consecutive marathons) in 24 hours. Also: today’s stories, including whether the Taliban's governance style has shifted, how three U.S. towns are making progress on clean drinking water, and what a tiny house village is doing to help those experiencing homelessness. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Jessica Mendoza for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
How can journalists fight polarization? "One way is to answer questions such as: Why do the people in this group behave the way they do? What is the disagreement really about?” says writer Amanda Ripley in a conference with Monitor staffers. In today’s stories, we look at life lessons from young people starting college in 2021, a former refugee’s work to help Afghan asylum seekers, the legal consequences of the “Kraken” lawsuits, and other topics. Join the Monitor's April Austin and Jingnan Peng for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
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.
