The World Lens
Culture, trends & the changing world
Hosted by Sheryl McPartland · New episodes daily
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When the Hospital Closes: The Quiet Cost of Distance and Care | The World Lens
This episode of The World Lens explores the profound human and societal impact of hospital closures, specifically focusing on the impending shutdown of up to twenty maternity units across England. Host Sheryl McPartland examines how these…
Who Owns Our Stories? The Quiet Power of Being Heard | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the profound psychological and social barriers that prevent individuals from sharing their personal narratives. 'Who Owns Our Stories?' addresses the common hesitation to…
When Books Disappear: Navigating Conflict, Commerce & Conscience | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the complex intersection of commerce, conscience, and freedom of expression through the lens of a recent controversy involving author Sally Rooney. When UK retailer…
Why Your Child Should Know What A Plumber Does | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores a compelling new report from the UK regarding the career aspirations of primary school children. The discussion centers on how early exposure to diverse professions can…
The Quiet Stress of Potty Training and What It Says About Us | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the emotional and societal weight behind potty training, questioning why a natural biological milestone has become a source of intense parental anxiety and government…
The Quiet Courage of Adult Friendship: Finding Connection in a Lonely World | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the growing epidemic of adult loneliness and offers practical, compassionate strategies for building meaningful friendships in a disconnected world. This discussion is…
The Digital Kitchen Table: How We Speak to Strangers Online | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the concept of the 'Digital Kitchen Table,' a metaphor for creating online spaces that prioritize listening, respect, and genuine human connection over the noise and…
Reading Through the Noise: Finding Hope in September’s Best Books | The World Lens
In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the profound act of reading as a counter-narrative to the noise and anxiety of modern life. We live in an age of constant digital interruption, where feeds scroll with…