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, September 18, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
In normal times, the National Zoo in Washington can be a haven from hectic city (and political) life. Now it’s a special source of joy. Also: today’s stories, including a 75th birthday for the United Nations, education (or lack thereof) in Bolivia, and language learning through video games. Join the Monitor's Jessica Mendoza and Noah Robertson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Thursday, September 17, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Throughout the worst pandemic in a century, economies have shown remarkable resilience. Also: today’s stories, including a look at Afghanistan’s peace talks, a potential climate test for Democrats, and an ice cream parlor making a difference one scoop at a time. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Molly Jackson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
For people and governments trying to get through hard times, research suggests the answers lie in building relationships and trust. Also: today’s stories, including how U.S. mayors balance right to free speech and assembly, and public safety; a new U.S. military policy demands fair treatment for moms who serve; and some Canadians consider a shift from city to country life. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Rebecca Asoulin for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
What do you picture when you think of the U.S. Marine Corps? How about protectors of threatened species? This summer, Marines in Hawaii have been keeping watch over baby sea turtles. Also: today’s stories, including the nomination of Greta Thunberg and President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, different approaches to fixing America’s justice system, and why scientists say we should resist the urge to identify a scape-bat in times of crisis. Join the Monitor's Noelle Swan and Ken Kaplan for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Monday, September 14, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Even in the context of El Salvador’s brutal civil war, the 1989 massacre of five Spanish Jesuits was shocking, spurring global calls for justice. On Friday, 31 years later, those calls were answered. Also: today’s stories, including how to make nursing homes safer, taking the temperature of India-China relations, and the pursuit of fair housing in South Africa. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ken Kaplan for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Friday, September 11, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
When unthinkable terror struck New York City 19 years ago, Fire Chief Peter Ganci Jr. grabbed a hard hat and headed straight for ground zero. Also: today’s stories, including America’s two-speed economy, fundamental changes in Belarus, and an Arab heatwave like no other. Join the Monitor's Noelle Swan and Noah Robertson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Thursday, September 10, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
There’s a fine line between cheerleading to pick people up, and misleading them about dangers ahead. Also: today’s stories, including a balance of inflation and stimulus, the puzzling success of Brazil’s president, and mobile homes that aren’t mobile homes. Join the Monitor's Peter Grier and Rebecca Asoulin for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Wednesday, September 9, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The three women leading the Belarus opposition – after what they say were fraudulent elections, on Aug. 9 – have been detained, expelled, or fled. But Nina Bahinskaya isn’t going anywhere. And therein lies a deeper problem for President Alexander Lukashenko, who’s been in power for 26 years. Also: today’s stories, including California’s efforts to help its neediest in the face of wildfires, the climate costs of post-pandemic economic revival efforts, and our 10 best books of September. Join the Monitor's Dave Scott and Jessica Mendoza for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
As fires continue to burn across Northern California, state and local fire crews have struggled to keep up. That means communities have had to look for help from unusual and extraordinary places – and the kindness of others is proving essential. Also: today’s stories, including how schools are facing their students’ return amid the pandemic; a look at the boat parades that have taken the place of President Trump’s raucous rallies; and this week’s Points of Progress. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Molly Jackson for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
Soon after the coronavirus halted in-person gatherings, Monitor editors and readers suggested we take our newsmaker breakfasts virtual. Also: today’s stories, including voting reform in Pennsylvania, perils of work-life balance during the pandemic, and an American odyssey via RV. Join the Monitor's Kim Campbell and Ken Kaplan for today's news. For more information, visit csmonitor.com/daily.
