The Happy Pod: My best friend had my baby

When Georgia Barrington was told, at the age of 15, that she had been born without a womb, she thought her dreams of having a baby were over. So her best friend, Daisy Hope, promised she would one day act as her surrogate. Years later, after having her daughter, she reminded her friend of that offer and a few weeks ago gave birth to Georgia's baby girl. The women say it has given them a bond like no other.

Also, how the traditionally male world of yodelling is being given a modern, feminist twist. Switzerland's new yodel choirs aim to bring people from all backgrounds together and connect them through song.

The world-famous Chinese pianist, Lang Lang, talks about the healing power of music. His charitable foundation runs concerts and creative workshops for children struggling with physical or mental health issues or grief.

We find out about how one winner of this year's Earthshot prizes is bringing education to women living on some of Bangladesh's most fragile islands.

Plus, a statue honouring the true impact of pregnancy and childbirth on women's bodies; the man bringing the stress-busting sights and sounds of nature to tens of thousands of people around the world; and the young owl rescued from a cement mixer.

Presenter: Ankur Desai
Music: Iona Hampson

(Photo: Daisy Hope (R), who had just given birth to her best friend Georgia’s baby daughter. Credit: Georgia Barrington)