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The Christian Science Monitor Daily Podcast

The Christian Science Monitor Daily Podcast

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 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.© 1980–2026 The Christian Science Monitor Politics & Government
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  • Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 7 2026
    Despite President Donald Trump’s latest threats, diplomacy continues for an Iran ceasefire. He set an April 7 deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes, but he has moved deadlines before. Also in today’s stories: Orbán plays on Hungarians’ worries about Ukraine war; why ICE is expanding detention; and whether Artemis II will boost a "lunar economy." Join the Monitor's Kurt Shillinger for today's news.
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  • Saturday, April 4, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Saturday, April 4, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 4 2026
    U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s removal of over a dozen senior officers during the war with Iran is raising concerns about what effect those decisions will have, and whether they could undermine the military’s non-partisan tradition through politicized appointments. Also: today’s stories, including how oil shortages caused by the Iran war could be a boon for China’s energy sector; how U.S. political conservatives are putting their support behind renewable energy; and a look at Americana singer and songwriter Audrey Spillman’s latest album. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins for today's news.
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  • Friday, April 3, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

    Friday, April 3, 2026 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily
    Apr 3 2026
    Attorney General Pam Bondi was fired on Thursday by President Donald Trump. Her dismissal comes on the heels of Kristi Noem’s firing from the Department of Homeland Security. President Trump has now pushed out two Cabinet members – both women – as he faces growing challenges over the Iran war and the economy. Also: today’s stories, including how Venezuela is still waiting for meaningful change after the capture of Nicolás Maduro; a look at two investigations underway at Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch; and how one couple in Nigeria is tackling the country’s dire education crisis. Join the Monitor's Linda Feldmann for today's news.
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