The World Lens
Politics, society & the human impact
Hosted by Dearbhail Bonner · New episodes daily
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Australia’s Social Media Off Switch: Reclaiming Your Digital Peace | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the profound implications of Australia’s new 'Social Media Off Switch' policy and what it means for reclaiming your digital peace. If you have ever felt trapped in an…
When the Commute Turns Violent: Reclaiming Safety and Dignity on Public Transit | The World Lens
This episode of The World Lens explores the alarming rise in violence and aggression on public transit, specifically within the British rail network. Hosted by Dearbhail Bonner, this commentary examines why commutes are becoming…
When Institutions Look Away: The Human Cost of Unanswered Calls | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the profound emotional and societal impact when institutions fail to respond to calls for justice. This is not a breaking news report, but a deep-dive commentary on the…
When the Kitchen Table Talks: How Economy Shapes Our Vote | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the intimate connection between personal financial stress and political behavior, arguing that the economy is not just a set of abstract statistics but a lived experience…
Pine Martens, Thatched Roofs, and the Art of Gentle Coexistence | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the complex and often overlooked intersection of wildlife conservation, heritage preservation, and human empathy through the lens of a specific ecological conflict in…
The Quiet Weight of Frozen Time: What Happens After You Press Pause? | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the profound psychological and social dimensions of egg freezing, moving beyond clinical statistics to examine the human experience of 'pressing pause' on fertility. This…
Why Your Body Moves Before Your Mind Does: The Science of Joy | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the profound intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and human resilience through the simple act of dancing. This is not just a lighthearted discussion about favorite…
The Fragility of Healing: When Isolation Breaks Us Open | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Dearbhail Bonner explores the non-linear nature of trauma recovery and the critical role community plays in mental health resilience. Through the poignant story of Frank Spinelli, a doctor who…