Care Visions Talks
Care Visions Talks
Care Visions Talks is a podcast series that brings together voices from across care, education, health and community support to explore what it really means to care — and to be cared for.
The series includes two strands:
Care Visions Family Talk has two hosts: Dr Linda de Caestecker and Lucy Johnston.
Dr Linda de Caestecker, former Director of Public Health and experienced paediatrician, leads warm, accessible conversations designed for parents, carers and families. Her episodes cover topics such as childhood trauma, fostering, resilience, separation and mental health, with expert guests offering practical guidance and compassionate insight.
Lucy Johnston is an award-winning journalist and broadcaster with a long-standing commitment to social affairs, health, and children’s welfare. In her episodes, she shares powerful stories about young people in care and explores the systems that shape their lives. With a background in investigative reporting, Lucy began her career at The Big Issue before moving to The Observer and later The Sunday Express, where she is Health and Social Affairs Editor. Her work has exposed neglect in care homes, failures in mental health services, and injustices faced by vulnerable children and families.
Care Visions Professional Talk is hosted by Humphrey Hawksley, award-winning author, broadcaster and former BBC foreign correspondent. These in-depth episodes are created for those working in or studying social care, health, education and related fields. Guests include thought leaders, researchers and practitioners discussing the emotional realities, challenges and evolving practices in work with children, young people and families.
Whether you're a parent, a professional, or someone passionate about care and community, Care Visions Talks offers space to listen, reflect and learn.
Care Visions Talks
Care Visions Familly Talk: Your Brain On Porn with Mary Sharpe
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In this episode of Care Visions Family Talk, host Lucy Johnston is joined by Mary Sharpe, Chief Executive of The Reward Foundation, for an open and informative conversation about the impact of online pornography on young people’s brains, wellbeing, relationships, and development.
Together they explore why children are being exposed at increasingly young ages, how the adolescent brain responds to highly stimulating online content, and what families, carers, and professionals can do to support young people with understanding rather than fear or judgement. The discussion draws on neuroscience, health research, and real-world experience, offering reassurance and practical insight for anyone navigating this sensitive topic.
This episode is not about blame. It’s about awareness, compassion, and helping young people grow up informed, safe, and supported in a digital world.
🎧 Available now as part of Care Visions Talks on all major podcast platforms.
Resources & Links Mentioned
The Reward Foundation
https://rewardfoundation.org
Your Brain on Porn
https://www.yourbrainonporn.com
Reward Foundation – Parent’s Guide
https://rewardfoundation.org/parents-guide/
Reward Foundation – Healthcare Professionals Course
https://rewardfoundation.org/healthcare-professionals/
Reward Foundation – Schools & Lesson Plans
https://rewardfoundation.org/schools/
Naked Truth Project
https://nakedtruthproject.com
Stop It Now!
https://www.stopitnow.org
World Health Organization – ICD-11
https://www.who.int/standards/classifications/classification-of-diseases
Care Visions Talks is a UK podcast sharing conversations on parenting, fostering, care experience and supporting families.
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