Stephen Fry: I attempted to kill myself in 2012

Stat Brother · Jun 5, 2013

I was going to bury this (no pun intended) in the podcast thread.

Should you want to hear the whole thing it's on RHLSTP, look up Richard Herring (I don't know if it's up yet).

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/cel...n-Fry-I-attempted-to-kill-myself-in-2012.html

Mellotron · Jun 5, 2013

That's so sad. Fry is a fantastic bloke.

Annoying that I have to listen to Herring to get some Fry though, listened to a Herring podcast recently and it was genuinely awful.

Ulloa's Soul Patch · Jun 5, 2013

I was watching QI as I read this
Poor bloke, I have a tremendous amount of respect for him
I would genuinely shed a tear If he were to die

Stat Brother · Jun 5, 2013

Mellotron said:
That's so sad. Fry is a fantastic bloke.

Annoying that I have to listen to Herring to get some Fry though, listened to a Herring podcast recently and it was genuinely awful.

Herring has been banging on about this particular interview from the moment it finished.
He's been saying, before this story broke, it's his best work ever.

I had my doubts but he obviously did something right, no one else was getting this story.

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brakespear · Jun 5, 2013

I like Stephen Fry an enormous amount - he does go on somewhat on Twitter but he seems a lovely fellow and if ever I had the choice to invite anyone around for a meal he would be that person. And he does highlight some very good issues and arguments such as mental health.

Mad as my Mother · Jun 5, 2013

Living with bipolar disorder must be one of the hardest things to overcome, (or deal with)
I am so thankful that he wasn't successful with his attempt in 2012, I feel genuine care for him.
I hope he keeps up the fight and has the right support network.

turienzo's lovechild · Jun 5, 2013

he's clearly battled his inner demons for quite some time, and bipolar disorder is a terrible thing to have to deal with

such a shame because he's an incredibly talented individual

RowleyBirkinQ.C(deceased) · Jun 5, 2013

My mum worked in mental health for over 25 years and suffers from depression so I'm very aware of the awful nature of his condition. Condition aside, the man himself is a true legend and if he did carry out the unthinkable, this country would be poorer without him.

Tricky Dicky · Jun 6, 2013

Mental problems are terrible and can happen to anyone. Seems to be more out in the open these days, which can only be a good thing, especially when people like SF come out with these things - not that I'd wish it on him, I have a great respect for him (although I did pass him in the street once, and he's about 4 foot taller than me, so I hate him for that !)

Simster · Jun 6, 2013

Stephen Fry = national treasure. So glad he failed with his attempt.

I'd love to think that the legacy of someone like him will be the greater understanding of mental health and recognising it's importance. Western society has really only ever paid lip service to understanding and preserving mental health, even now (despite having made huge strides).

gripper stebson · Jun 6, 2013

SO that Herring Podcast is £3.50 to download? Blimey.

Stat Brother · Jun 6, 2013

gripper stebson said:
SO that Herring Podcast is £3.50 to download? Blimey.

That's for the video feed, audio will be free and along soon, but id image it will be a little delayed, what with all the press coverage.

Worthingite · Jun 6, 2013

So amazed the guy hasn't had a knighthood yet - for services to technology if nothing else. Champions the lesser known gadgets, and was one of the first "slebs" on twitter. I've been lucky enough to have read pretty much everything he's written that's been put into print, and it would be a massive loss if he did throw a seven

Mellotron · Jun 6, 2013

Worthingite said:
So amazed the guy hasn't had a knighthood yet - for services to technology if nothing else. Champions the lesser known gadgets, and was one of the first "slebs" on twitter. I've been lucky enough to have read pretty much everything he's written that's been put into print, and it would be a massive loss if he did throw a seven

Pretty certain he's turned one down.

Hotchilidog · Jun 6, 2013

Just watched the video, very moving towards the end. You cannot help but think the term national treasure was custom made for Stephen Fry. He very eloquently explained the feelings of the suicidal and why people cannot just snap out of it. His comments were every bit as educational as they were revelatory.

The rest of the podcast is very funny and the season pass is good value at £15 for all the videos. I've been letting Herring entertain me for free, for years so was quite happy to stump up for this.

Cheeky Monkey · Jun 6, 2013

Simster said:
Stephen Fry = national treasure.

I'd love to think that the legacy of someone like him will be the greater understanding of mental health and recognising it's importance. Western society has really only ever paid lip service to understanding and preserving mental health, even now (despite having made huge strides).

Not if you're NSC user 'goldstone' unfortunately. Apparently a good brisk walk and a pint in the pub along the way will cure all known brain chemical imbalances. Marvellous.

Stat Brother · Jun 6, 2013

The free audio version is now available on Ian Tunes' website.

Grombleton · Jun 6, 2013

I've a lot of time for Fry. As a fellow sufferer of depression (mine is clinical, not Bipolar) it's a different kind of beast, but still a horrible thing nonetheless. It's great that he is willing to discuss depression and to help lose the stigma that comes with it.

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