I’m back with another round of positive global news, followed by the second part of my conversation with Natalie. In this deeply raw and vulnerable interview, she shares her journey through some of the darkest moments of her life as we take a closer look at the heart of mental health, impermanence and the people who shape us.

Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. In Taiwan, you can call 1925 or 1995 for confidential support. International listeners can find local helplines at iasp.info.

This episode's headlines:

Chornobyl’s unexpected residents: Fungi that flourish in radiation.

Young inventor uses robots to help preserve Indigenous languages.

New law requires swift bricks in Scottish new builds to help declining bird populations.

New Taipei opens Taiwan’s first long-term care center for elderly, special-needs pets.