The Christian Science Monitor Daily Podcast

The Christian Science Monitor · csmonitor.com

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.

10 episodes

8d ago latest

daily cadence

English language

▶ Play latestRSS feed Website News Politics

https://rss.csmonitor.com/feeds/monitordailypodcast

Episodes 10

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
yesterday
Many countries and companies are competing to be the first to achieve “artificial general intelligence,” a theoretical AI that can match or beat humans in any task. China hopes that putting AI in a body – by investing in humanoid robots – will give their developers an edge. Also: today’s stories, including what Iceland is weighing before it votes on whether to restart talks about joining the European Union; how a global initiative to pay-what-you-can for high end dining started by a restaurant in Mexico City has expanded; and a Monitor writer’s review of DéLana R.A. Dameron’s last novel, “Fair
Friday, August 28, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
2d ago
The Trump administration wants to put tougher vetting in place for mail-in voting. Despite a preliminary Supreme Court win this week, it remains to be seen if new rules will go into effect before the midterms, with a number of lawsuits in play. Also: today’s stories, including a look at Meta’s new rules for minors after a historic legal settlement; why local journalists in Sudan are being targeted by rival military forces; and how one organization in Massachusetts celebrates vintage base ball (yes, two words!). Join the Monitor's Mackenzie Farkus for today's news.
Thursday, August 27, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
3d ago
During Syria’s long civil war, Russia propped up the Assad regime with military and diplomatic support. Now, the new government in Damascus is recalibrating the power dynamic with Moscow. Also: today’s stories, including how Iowans could elect a Democratic governor for the first time in two decades, how a drought in the western United States has affected food sources for black bears, and a tribute to one of America’s most beloved and iconic performers and songwriters, Dolly Parton. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
4d ago
One key goal for Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has been the disarming of Iraqi militias, including those backed by, and serving, Iran. The Trump administration robustly endorses that goal, but its economic pressure on Iran is making it harder to attain. Also: today’s stories, including how the Russia-Ukraine war is impacting Ukraine’s North Azovian Greek community; why the WNBA is dealing with a string of controversies despite a growing fanbase and increased revenue; and a look at a new documentary on the poet Mary Oliver. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
5d ago
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hopes that he can use the collapse of trade talks with Washington to show that Canada and other “middle powers” can navigate geopolitical storms without ceding their sovereignty to nations like the United States. Also: today’s stories, including a look at President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs and sanctions; why Washington’s curtailing of joint military drills in South Korea could push the country on a path to self-reliance; and how Native Americans along Route 66 are grappling with the highway’s legacy. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's news.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
8d ago
We’ve got a little something different — and sweet — in today’s Daily. Our reporters traveled the globe to find out more about skyrocketing cocoa prices, taking a look behind the scenes at cocoa farmers and boutique chocolatiers as they grapple with social, economic, and environmental questions. Join the Monitor's Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news.
Friday, August 21, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
9d ago
The Federal Communications Commission may cut funds for internet access at schools and libraries. Schools and libraries say that cuts could leave them with hard choices. Also in today’s stories: French parents rethink childhood safety after reports of abuse in after school programs; midterm elections may allow Democrats to put new scrutiny on self-dealing in Washington; and in Africa, a push for more kid-friendly cities. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
10d ago
Among Israelis working to protect West Bank Palestinians from settler attacks, members of the leftist religious group Bnei Avraham are outliers. The group aims to show “another face of Judaism,” one member says. Also in today’s stories: why milestone diplomatic moments in Iran and Gaza fell flat; why Russia banned an anti-war party from legislative elections; and what the updated Endangered Species Act means for the species it protects. Join the Monitor's Matthew Bell for today's news.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
11d ago
In the United Nations’ 80 years, it has been led by nine secretaries-general, none of them women. But as the U.N. begins the process of electing a successor to António Guterres, pressure is mounting to shatter its glass ceiling. Four top candidates are women. Also: today’s stories, including how a spate of cyberattacks on water utilities across the United States has spurred calls for increased cybersecurity requirements; a look at the latest Gen Z trend, “Chinamaxxing”; and why the University of Michigan is dropping first-year letter grades. Join the Monitor's Mackenzie Farkus for today's news
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
12d ago
President Donald Trump’s announcement that he is scaling back U.S. participation in long-standing, joint military drills in South Korea is another example of Washington’s willingness to turn away from traditional allies. It also shows how faraway wars might be reshaping security dynamics in the Pacific. Also: today’s stories, including a look at the depletion of U.S. missile stockpiles due to the U.S.-Iran war; why growing food in water is providing a green line of defense in Saudi Arabia; and a look at a turtle conservation effort along Kenya’s coast. Join the Monitor's Ira Porter for today's

Episodes

Reading the feed…

Also on csmonitor.com

Why We Wrote This

csmonitor.com

185 episodes · 16d ago

More News shows

The Christian Science Monitor Daily Podcast

Episodes 10

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Friday, August 28, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Thursday, August 27, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Saturday, August 22, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Friday, August 21, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Thursday, August 20, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Episodes

Also on csmonitor.com

Why We Wrote This

More News shows

Indiana Week in Review

Liberty Nation

Темпаче!

PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast

PolitiCoast Podcast

Week in Review

Episodes 10

Saturday, August 29, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Friday, August 28, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Thursday, August 27, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Saturday, August 22, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Friday, August 21, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Thursday, August 20, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily