In Series 2, Episode Three of Passing Thoughts, Jane Mundy speaks with Dr. Catherine Joyce and Christina Matthews about the essential roadmap of advance care planning. It’s a conversation about bridging the gap between clinical medical instructions and deeply personal values to refocus on what truly matters: autonomy, peace of mind, and the "blessing" of ensuring your voice is heard when you can no longer speak for yourself.

In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor explores the concept of a living funeral and the unexpected comedic risks of a "living wake," as seen through the lens of Larry David.

Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life’s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It’s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.

📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au

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 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

In Series 2, Episode Three of Passing Thoughts, Jane Mundy speaks with Dr. Catherine Joyce and Christina Matthews about the essential roadmap of advance care planning. It&rsquo;s a conversation about bridging the gap between clinical medical instructions and deeply personal values to refocus on what truly matters: autonomy, peace of mind, and the "blessing" of ensuring your voice is heard when you can no longer speak for yourself.
In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor explores the concept of a living funeral and the unexpected comedic risks of a "living wake," as seen through the lens of Larry David.
Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life&rsquo;s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It&rsquo;s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.
📧 Contact the team at <a href="mailto:passingthoughts@2rph.org.au">passingthoughts@2rph.org.au</a> 
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&nbsp;This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

Passing Thoughts is a podcast that tackles everything in life’s final chapter. Hosted by Rob Kaldor, this series explores the raw edges of grief, the ethics of voluntary assisted dying, the intricacies of palliative care, aged care, wills, and the deep mysteries surrounding the afterlife and near-death experiences.

For too long, death has been treated as a taboo. Passing Thoughts aims to shift that by improving death literacy through honest, engaging, and sometimes surprising conversations. Expect laughter, a few tears, and a whole lot of real talk. Funded by the Wicking Trust and produced with the support of Radio 2RPH, Passing Thoughts opens up the final chapter of life with warmth, curiosity, and humanity.

Our regular contributers are Barbara Sullivan, Jane Mundy and Connie Mason.

Passing Thoughts is a podcast that tackles everything in life&rsquo;s final chapter. Hosted by Rob Kaldor, this series explores the raw edges of grief, the ethics of voluntary assisted dying, the intricacies of palliative care, aged care, wills, and the deep mysteries surrounding the afterlife and near-death experiences.
For too long, death has been treated as a taboo. Passing Thoughts aims to shift that by improving death literacy through honest, engaging, and sometimes surprising conversations. Expect laughter, a few tears, and a whole lot of real talk. Funded by the Wicking Trust and produced with the support of Radio 2RPH, Passing Thoughts opens up the final chapter of life with warmth, curiosity, and humanity.
Our regular contributers are Barbara Sullivan, Jane Mundy and Connie Mason.

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Advance Care Planning

In Series 2, Episode Four of Passing Thoughts, Jane Mundy speaks with Senior Australian of the Year, Professor Henry Brodaty. They discuss the latest developments in dementia research and his plans during his year in the role.

In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor talks to our presenter Jane Mundy about what it is likre to work on Passing Thoughts and if it has changed her.

Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life’s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It’s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.

📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au

👍 Like us on Facebook and connect with others exploring these conversations. 🎧

 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

In Series 2, Episode Four of Passing Thoughts, Jane Mundy speaks with Senior Australian of the Year, Professor Henry Brodaty. They discuss the latest developments in dementia research and his plans during his year in the role.
In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor talks to our presenter Jane Mundy about what it is likre to work on Passing Thoughts and if it has changed her.
Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life&rsquo;s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It&rsquo;s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.
📧 Contact the team at <a href="mailto:passingthoughts@2rph.org.au">passingthoughts@2rph.org.au</a> 
👍 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578856716570">Like us on Facebook and connect</a> with others exploring these conversations. 🎧
&nbsp;This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

Henry Brodaty - Senior Australian of the Year

In Series 2, Episode Two of Passing Thoughts, Connie Mason speaks with Dr. Margaret Ross and Dr. Justin Dwyer about the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy for those facing terminal illness. It’s a conversation about bridging the gap between rigorous trials in Melbourne and ancient wisdom in the Amazon to refocus on what truly matters: dignity, perspective, and finding solace in the face of the unknown.

In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor explores the vital role music plays in guiding the journey through life’s final chapter.

Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life’s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It’s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.

📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au

👍 Like us on Facebook and connect with others exploring these conversations.

🎧 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

In Series 2, Episode Two of Passing Thoughts, Connie Mason speaks with Dr. Margaret Ross and Dr. Justin Dwyer about the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy for those facing terminal illness. It&rsquo;s a conversation about bridging the gap between rigorous trials in Melbourne and ancient wisdom in the Amazon to refocus on what truly matters: dignity, perspective, and finding solace in the face of the unknown.
In the Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor explores the vital role music plays in guiding the journey through life&rsquo;s final chapter.
Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life&rsquo;s final chapter told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It&rsquo;s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.
📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au
👍 Like us on<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578856716570"> Facebook </a>and connect with others exploring these conversations.
🎧 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust and Radio 2RPH

The Other Mushroom Trial

In Series 2, Episode One  of Passing Thoughts,Barbara Sullivan speaks with Sam McConkey from Bare Funerals about rethinking how we approach death, funerals, and the moments that follow loss. Together, Barbara and Sam explore the emotional and practical realities of death, questioning long-held traditions and asking what a more honest, humane farewell might look like. It’s a conversation about stripping away fear and ceremony to focus on what really matters: meaning, love, and leaving well.

In Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor considers the impact of the Bondi Massacre and what the summer of 2025 revealed about grief, courage, and community.

Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life’s final chapter — told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It’s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.

📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au
👍 Like us on Facebook and connect with others exploring these conversations.

🎧 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust.

In Series 2, Episode One&nbsp; of Passing Thoughts, Barbara Sullivan&nbsp;speaks with Sam McConkey from Bare Funerals about rethinking how we approach death, funerals, and the moments that follow loss. Together, Barbara and Sam explore the emotional and practical realities of death, questioning long-held traditions and asking what a more honest, humane farewell might look like. It&rsquo;s a conversation about stripping away fear and ceremony to focus on what really matters: meaning, love, and leaving well.
In Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor considers the impact of the Bondi Massacre and what the summer of 2025 revealed about grief, courage, and community.
Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life&rsquo;s final chapter &mdash; told with honesty, compassion, and heart. It&rsquo;s a space to talk about what we often avoid, because facing death and grief might just teach us how to live better.
📧 Contact the team at passingthoughts@2rph.org.au 👍 Like us on Facebook and connect with others exploring these conversations.
🎧 This series is made with the support of the Wicking Trust.

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