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, January 24, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
It’s been a busy week in the United States as President Donald Trump has burst out of the postinauguration gates. Linda Feldmann sorts through his many initiatives in our first story today. Our other stories include Palestinians returning home to Gaza devastation, police saying Jan. 6 pardons carry future risk for law enforcement, and touring Texas with ‘Somebody Somewhere’ star Jeff Hiller. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Laurent Belsie for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, January 23, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Organized religion provides space for worship and spiritual study. But in the case of the Los Angeles fires, organized religion can also provide a built-in system of caring and an active faith.
Also: today’s stories, including commentary on whether Trump’s second administration is the end of western liberalism; a boon in Ukraine’s book publishing amidst war; and how the head of the Los Angeles Public Library System is responding to both wildfires and book challenges.
Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
The first Israeli hostages freed in the ceasefire are starting to come home. Today, Dina Kraft explores a profound moment in the nation’s history. Our stories also include what’s next for TikTok in the US, Georgia’s President Zourabichvili telling the West to stop ignoring Russia, and America’s egg prices soaring again – with no end in sight. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
President Donald Trump signed a historic number of executive orders on Day 1. The Monitor’s Sarah Matusek, Laurent Belsie, and Henry Gass dive into what he’s done – or has so far avoided – that reflects his priorities going forwards. Also in today’s package, the advice Ukrainians have for Donald Trump’s mission to end the war, Donald Trump’s mental calculus regarding the ceasefire in Gaza, and a group of blacksmiths turning guns into gardening tools. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Ali Martin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, January 17, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
On Monday, Jan. 20, President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into office. Linda Feldmann, the Monitor’s Washington Bureau Chief, previews the opening act of his second term.
Also: today’s stories, including responses to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas; a reflection from West Coast Bureau Chief Francine Kiefer on visiting Altadena after the Eaton fire; and a look ahead at how Trump may handle Russia’s ongoing war with Ukraine.
Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, January 16, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
As talks of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas sweep through Israel and Gaza, Israelis and Palestinians are taking to the streets to celebrate. But a deal may only bring momentary pause in fighting — not long sought-after peace.
Also: today’s stories, including how presidential scholars believe President Joe Biden’s legacy will be remembered; how refugee groups are preparing for President-elect Donald Trump’s second term; and a new Pew study on America’s loneliness epidemic.
Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and April Austin for today's news. You can also visit CSMonitor.com/Daily for more information.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Amid an expected wave of deportees from the U.S., Mexican civil society is mobilizing to lay out a more positive reintegration. The Monitor’s Whitney Eulich looks at the efforts of NGOs, social media influencers, and families helping to prepare for that reintegration. Also in today’s package, why Donald Trump’s hints at acquiring Greenland by force, if necessary, should ring alarm bells in European capitals, a generational political rupture against Mozambique's regime, and ‘Sesame Street’ begins what may be its final season. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Troy Sambajon for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
As President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for defense secretary faced a confirmation hearing, leaders of the fight against sexual assault in the military are raising alarm over his views on women in the armed services. Today’s stories also include Democrats squabbling over immigration stance as Trump returns to power, ‘Paw partners’ stepping in to aid overwhelmed animal shelters, and how a small town in Georgia sees the inauguration. Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, January 13, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
American police often use force to manage unruly crowds. Simon Montlake and Alfredo Sosa look at the reforms from Europe, which emphasize talking to protesters that some U.S. police departments are giving a try. Also in today's package, the question of safety between the incoming Trump White House and “sanctuary” jurisdictions, the vanishing of the gender gap in Christian church attendance, and stories of resilience among the flames in Los Angeles. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Mary Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, January 10, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
A political scientist in Dina Kraft’s story about the Israeli police defines politicization as “ending the notion of expertise.” What that means, she says, is that “One cannot be a professional.” Instead, “You are always being asked, ‘Which side are you on?’” Today’s stories also include the Palestinian Authority tackling West Bank militants with an eye on Gaza, why it’s hard for Trump to acquire Greenland, and one reporter’s journey reporting on animals and learning about love. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Marry Tabor for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
