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.
Friday, June 18, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
When the girl was born, her golden hair reminded her grandmother of a fine silk ribbon. So that became her name. But most of Canada never knew, because it was in Kanien’kéha, the Mohawk language, and most of Canada didn’t have any interest in it. So she just went by Jessica Deer. But her name is part of a larger story. Also: today’s stories, including how greater status means more scrutiny for Kamala Harris, why COVID-19 lab leak hypothes is getting a fresh look, and what one painter is doing to put Black art in people’s hands. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Jessica Mendoza for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, June 17, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
U.S. climate policy has led to no small amount of controversy and hand-wringing. The data show a planet hurtling toward crisis while American policy is the crooked line of a nation divided on the issue. Also: today’s stories, including an update on the U.S. Supreme Court rulings, politics in Israel, and Juneteenth’s belated message of emancipation. 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, June 16, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
You’ve probably seen news reports about the 15 elephants trekking across southwest China’s Yunnan province. Why are these Asian elephants migrating so far?
Also: today’s stories, including the summit between U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin, the health of American democracy, and insights from “worker bee” dancer Gavin Larsen. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Molly Jackson for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The universe probably intends that baked goods and conflict remain diametrically opposed. Yet almost exactly three years after the U.S. Supreme Court sided with a Colorado baker who’d refused to make a cake for a gay couple, sweets have again stirred a clash. Also: today’s stories, including New Yor mayoral candidates on policing policy, a new perspective on Latin American immigration, and how Native Americans in New Hampshire are affirming their roots. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, June 14, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Darnella Frazier did not set out to become a citizen journalist. Still, the Pulitzer Prize committee, which honors exceptional journalism, on Friday awarded the Minneapolis teenager a special citation.
Also: today’s stories, including a hard look at Islamophobia in Canada, what the upcoming Biden-Putin summit means for bilateral relations, and the importance of walking tours focused on Black history. Join the Monitor's April Austin and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, June 11, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Anticipation is high – and expectations low – ahead of next Wednesday’s summit between Presidents Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin. Also: today’s stories, including a crisis of confidence in Iran, why Europe loves vaccine passports and the U.S. loathes them, and two reviews of “In the Heights.” Join the Monitor's Noelle Swan and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, June 10, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Two days after the Israelis and Palestinians announced their recent cease-fire, Monitor reader Captain Roger Gordon did something he’ll never forget. He baptized four members of the American military in the place where the Bible says Jesus himself was baptized. Also: today’s stories, including President Joe Biden’s European tour, mixed reactions to Nigeria’s Twitter ban, and a call for a third reconstruction. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Molly Jackson for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, June 9, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Major League Baseball has a sticky fingers problem. Pitchers are cheating by using sticky stuff – everything from pine tar to high-tech adhesives. So what are players doing about it? Also: today’s stories, including possible solutions to an uptick in gun violence in the U.S., obstacles to China's desire for a “credible, lovable and respectable” image, and the chaplains helping transit workers cope. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
How can communities and police departments build trust? If you’ve been reading our Respect Project in recent weeks, you might be anticipating this answer: conversations and listening. Also: today’s stories, including election laws and the future of democracy, obstacles on the road to recovery from war in Gaza, and the ten best books of June. Join the Monitor's Kim Campbell and Jingnan Peng for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, June 7, 2021 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Women have long fought for gender equality, but that hasn’t been reflected in language – until recently. A growing number of countries are changing practices and laws around naming to reduce gender assumptions and barriers. Also today’s stories, including: an unprecedented coalition in Israel to oust Benjamin Netanyahu, new thinking on addressing sexual assault in the U.S. military, and brighter job prospects for the class of 2021. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ken Kaplan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
