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The World Lens

Culture, trends & the changing world

Hosted by Sheryl McPartland · New episodes daily

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The Stress of New EU Border Checks: Navigating Travel Anxiety | The World Lens

Sep 6, 2026 · 8 min

This episode of The World Lens explores the growing anxiety and stress surrounding new EU border checks, specifically focusing on the European Entry/Exit System (EES) and its impact on UK travelers post-Brexit. Host Sheryl McPartland…

The Quiet Exile: Why Young People Are Dropping Out of the System | The World Lens

Sep 5, 2026 · 8 min

In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the growing phenomenon of young people in the UK who are dropping out of education and employment systems, often labeled as NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or…

Edible Plastic Cookies? The Weird Science & Why We’re Obsessed | The World Lens

Sep 4, 2026 · 9 min

In this episode of The World Lens, host Sheryl McPartland explores the provocative concept of edible plastic cookies and what they reveal about our relationship with food, waste, and technology. While the headline 'plastic in cookies'…

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