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, July 26, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Bangladeshis are reeling from one of the most violent weeks in their country’s recent history. At the center of the chaos are young people striving to be heard.
Also: today’s stories, including Venezuela’s upcoming election, LeBron James’ last Olympics, and Elon Musk’s entanglement in politics.
Join the Monitor’s Mark Sappenfield and Jingnan Peng for today’s news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, July 25, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
What’s it like to be in the room at a key moment in politics? Washington Bureau Chief Linda Feldmann was one of only three members of the “restricted press pool” allowed in the Oval Office last night as the president addressed Americans about his decision not to seek a second term. You’ll get details that would have not been apparent from the TV feed. Also: today’s stories, including whether the Paris Olympics can give the world a jolt of optimism, Mapping how the Olympics are transforming Paris, and Harris’ choice for veep hinges on who can lead.
Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Laurent Belsie for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington to try to win Congress’ support. But Washington has other things on its mind: the U.S. presidential campaign. Also: today’s stories, including what a Kamala Harris presidency would look like from abroad, how Kamala Harris is using the election campaign to rebrand herself, and Ukrainian women taking on physically demanding work like coal mining. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Olympic glory isn’t just about medals. For these athletes, the honor and joy of competition are their own triumphs. Still, gold would be good, too.
Also: today’s stories, including five things to know about Kamala Harris, Filipinas challenging gender roles in the South China Sea, and our favorite reads for July.
Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Stephen Humphries for today’s news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, July 22, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
After President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, the spotlight pivoted to Vice President Kamala Harris, leading the world to wonder: Can Ms. Harris salvage the Democratic party’s prospects? Also: today’s stories, including Congress’ investigation into the security lapse that allowed a shooter to come close to assassinating former President Donald Trump, a fresh enthusiasm for teen summer jobs, and one Nigerian town’s welcoming attitude toward refugees. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Mary Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, July 19, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Donald Trump accepted the Republican presidential nomination with a speech envisioning a unified nation. But quickly he shifted back to old patterns. Also: today’s stories, including Ukrainians exploring their identity through the arts, Venezuelans innovation ahead of upcoming elections, and Bernice King’s reflection on political violence today. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Laurent Belsie for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, July 18, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In polarized times, it can be hard to plumb why people hold views that differ from your own putting thoughtful reporting that is neither credulous nor sneering at a premium. Also: today’s stories, including Trump’s near-miss signaling divine involvement to some Republicans, the experiences of Gazans in Egypt, and entrepreneurial Olympic athletes.
Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Mary Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Unity is on display at the GOP convention after a chaotic year for the Republican party. Also: today’s stories, including the Democrats’ ongoing rhetorical challenge, the weight of housing woes in the presidential election, and Chinese citizens’ rising pessimism about the economy. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Before the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life, there had been rising incidents threats of violence against public officials. Can America dim the specter of political violence?
Also: today’s stories, including Donald Trump’s VP pick, the GOP’s changes to their party platform, and how women led a dramatic about-face on FGM in Gambia.
Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Cameron Pugh for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, July 15, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Former President Donald Trump has just survived an assassination attack. Today, he announced his running mate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. Both could largely change the trajectory of the presidential election. Also: today’s stories, including urgent questions regarding political violence, Justice Amy Coney Barret creating her own identity, and African women travel bloggers redefining travel in their countries. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
