As China's population ages rapidly, the country faces a severe shortage of health and social care workers. Now, can we bet on platoons of AI-enabled robots to bridge the gap (01:45)? / More people embrace the healing power of trees (27:09). / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (42:28)! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Global temperatures in early July were the highest ever recorded for this time of the year. More "hottest days ever" are coming. We take a look at how cities cope with climate change and other environmental challenges (02:38). / Is pizza losing its appeal among Chinese consumers (27:29)? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill

The living environment we all share should be fully accessible and usable for everyone, including people living with disabilities. A new law puts this goal front and center (01:00). / Lifelike robot babies give students a taste of parenthood (26:17). / Why are fewer people wearing sandals in summer (46:09)? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Pearl.

China's top court has disclosed details on ten typical domestic violence cases. Will these examples be able to deter the violent members of the society and provide reference to regional courts across the country (01:48)? / Chinese cities ramp up efforts on child-friendly urban planning (27:05). / Motivational Monday (48:05)! On the show: Laiming, Fei Fei & Niu Honglin

Companies in big American cities have cut back on office space, resulting in rising vacancy rates in downtown office buildings and a drop in price of office real estate. Governments and businesses look to reactivate downtown areas, which suffered during the pandemic. But is it working? Also, what have contributed to the emergence of ghost offices (02:13)? / Shared massage chairs were never that popular. But the business chugs along (27:25). / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected] (42:53)! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Coco Lee, one of the most influential singers of mandarin pop since the 1990s, passed away on July 5th. Fans around the world know her by her songs in 'Mulan' and 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon'. We're remembering Coco's life and legacy – talking about some of her great songs and performances (01:36). We'll also have a discussion on depression (28:43). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Niu Honglin

The World Economic Forum said it will take 131 years for reaching international gender parity. Disheartening? Maybe. What does it take to close the gap (01:25)? / Musicals see robust growth in China, IP still a big draw (28:22). / Social media influencer praised for exposing deceptive business practices (48:32). On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Digital nomad has become a notable character of the pandemic-induced remote-work era. The once glamorized social media darlings and a faraway dream for regular workers, they are now facing growing hostility from local residents. What's the real reason why locals cannot stand digital nomads (02:00)? / Do we need women-only gyms? Have you suffered from 'gymtimidation' (27:57)? / Summer is the best season of love (50:04). On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Fei Fei

In an effort to secure electricity availability, local governments have churned out new policies and measures for another very hot summer. Subsidies for off-peak usage and virtual power plants are just a few examples. We take a look at effective measures for better managing soaring power demand in China (01:58). / Should kids be welcomed in fancy restaurants (29:50)? / Motivational Monday (47:33)! On the show: Heyang, Niu Honglin & Pearl

On today's show, we bring you the final installment of our special series "Beyond the Cap and Gown", to discuss what event or moment seals the deal for college graduates mentally, and makes them realize they've reached the end of college life and started another? We take a look at the joyful experience of college graduation, which can also be a bit bittersweet (01:54). / Wealthy Chinese parents shell out for private family tutors (31:50). / Round Table's Happy Place (47:46)! On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill