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, October 2, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Doris Miller was a World II hero who returned fire against Japanese bombers at Pearl Harbor at a time it was illegal for Black sailors to fire a gun. Also: today’s stories, including the implications of President Donald Trump COVID-19 diagnosis, a report on what fuels the U.S.-China clash, and an analysis on post-protest progress on law enforcement reforms. Join the Monitor's Kendra Nordin Beato and Ken Kaplan for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Thursday, October 1, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Expulsion is a long-standing disciplinary measure in schools. But different ways of addressing problems can have a more far-reaching impact. Also: today’s stories, including a look at “no-knock” warrants; how educators track down missing students; and a bookmobile where kids pay for books with kindness tickets. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ken Kaplan for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
NASA partners with private industry to help subsidize its $21 billion annual budget including putting Estée Lauder cosmetics in space. Also: today’s stories, including how citizens in the U.S., China, Mexico, Germany and India view tax avoidance and fairness; how voters in Wisconsin and Minnesota are responding to the Republican “law and order” message; and how masks affect communication in the classroom. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Rebecca Asoulin for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Tuesday, September 29, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Unfortunately, chances are slim that a candidate in tonight’s American presidential debate will call his opponent’s policy “as thin as the homeopathic soup that was made by boiling the shadow of a pigeon that had starved to death.” Also: today’s stories, including a profile of Joe Biden, the future of outdoor dining, and a series of individual pandemic stories. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Molly Jackson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Monday, September 28, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In Noelle’s time as science editor, she’s seen political trench digging around climate change. But she’s also seen how empathy can turn battles into conversations. Also: today’s stories, including the ethics around president Trump’s tax news, religion and the Supreme Court, and women’s soccer achieving goals off the pitch. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Noah Robertson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Friday, September 25, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
President Donald Trump won’t commit to a peaceful transfer of power if he loses the election. Given that, how worried should voters be about the state of democracy in America? Also: today’s stories, including an encouraging trend for startups, a look inside a protest caravan, and birds changing their tune. Join the Monitor's Peter Grier and Molly Jackson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In recent years, a buzzy term has taken hold, particularly among millennials: Self care. Also: today’s stories, including judicial implications for a filled Supreme Court seat, a newly green city in Ontario, and the power of nonprofit builders in Baltimore. Join the Monitor's Ken Kaplan and Kim Campbell for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Michael Jordan and NASCAR superstar Denny Hamlin formed a new Cup Series racing team, aimed at promoting diversity in NASCAR. Also: The US slides in global rankings; why Germany makes little room for working moms; and our reporter’s essay on her mother’s relationship with Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Eva Botkin-Kowacki for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Trees can communicate with one another, warn one another, even recognize their own offspring and help them grow. Also: Armed protesters create stress test for police; Supreme Court battle threatens global image of US judiciary, and tips on making your ballot count. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Jessica Mendoza for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Monday, September 21, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Local news can highlight division, but it’s perfectly positioned to also foster communal thinking. A revived Minnesota paper offers a model. Also: the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the comfort of Britain’s corner shops, and the future of America’s child care system. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
