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 10-minute news briefing. The Monitor Daily Podcast is available each Monday through Friday at 6:15 am 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.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
People have plenty of views on how best to raise children. Norway, the subject of our in-depth story today, has a 63-page law, too, designed to help its very youngest residents find a solid footing in a democratic society. Today’s stories also include the legal basis for targeted killings, how real estate is holding back Chinese economic growth, and NASA probing if life can exist on a Jupiter moon. Join the Monitor's Noelle Swan and Cameron Pugh for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, October 11, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
With the war in the Middle East growing, it’s important to remember the humanity at the center of these stories. The Monitor’s Ghada Abdulfattah recounts her experiences on reporting as a resident of Gaza.
Also: today’s stories, including the pressure hurricane season has put on the election, the reality of ‘migrant crime’, a group of grandmothers keeping a South Korean tradition alive
Join the Monitor's Amelia Newcomb and Clara Germani for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, October 10, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
There are times when the news cycle delivers more than most readers can mentally accommodate. We’re in one of those now. In his Patterns column today, Ned Temko performs his usual role as master of the step-back, explaining why an almost “forgotten war” in Ukraine merits a slice of the world’s attention again now. Today’s package also includes FEMA confronting a flood of misinformation, Hurricane Milton reflecting growing climate disruption, and gardeners growing biodiversity with heirloom seed swaps. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ali Martin for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Argentina was practically defined by brutal state-led terror from the mid-1970s to early 1980s, but has also modeled the healing work of delivering accountability. Howard LaFranchi investigates the question of whether Argentina’s narrative is now being given added nuance, or if it’s facing an assault on truth. Also in today’s package, we cover an Ohio Republican’s fight for reforming voting districts, Philippines “separation inequality”, and the role of young voters in this year’s election. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
With Israel a year into its war with Hamas, and recently exchanging fire with Hezbollah, how much sway does the United States really have in the Middle East?
Also: today’s stories, including balancing party lines with personal values, evacuating aquarium animals from Florida, and how senior centers are becoming more lively.
Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Stephen Humphries for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Monday, October 7, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
So often, the Middle East seems a textbook lesson in how divisions divide, often violently. The reminders since Oct. 7, 2023, have been stark. Today, all our stories look at the fallout from the past year. They include how Oct. 7 forever changed Israel and Gaza, how history shows a way forward for Israelis and Palestinians, and U.S. interfaith groups working for peace in a time of war. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Troy Aidan Sambajon for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Friday, October 4, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
With North Carolina still recovering from Hurricane Helene, schools and parents wonder: What’s next for their children’s education? Writer Jackie Valley explores how extreme weather events are affecting today's youth.
Also: today’s stories, including each presidential candidate’s economic plans, California’s big step towards reparations, and a look inside a buzzing Bangladesh city.
Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Nate Iglehart for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Thursday, October 3, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
Supreme Court terms always bring the potential for momentous rulings. Today, Henry Gass dives into what cases the Supreme Court are set to tackle once they are back in session. Also in today’s package we cover how likely restraint in the Middle East is to come about, the perils of being a president at prestigious schools, and the rise of women in Brazilian politics. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Noelle Swan for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
After Iran’s barrage of ballistic missile attacks against Israel, the Israeli government is weighing its options on how to respond. But their response — and how Iran reacts — could decide the future of the Middle East.
Also: today’s stories, including a look at election integrity for the 2024 presidential election, reflections on the vice presidential debate, and the power of print news in war-torn Ukraine.
Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Jacob Posner for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
As the war in the Middle East intensifies, we take a look at what this next stage of escalation will bring for the U.S. and the rest of the world.
Also: today’s stories, including rescue efforts in North Carolina, port strikes across the United States, and how Japan’s new prime minister is trying to regain the trust of his citizens.
Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Ira Porter for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more information.
