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 station 2RPH, Passing Thoughts opens up the final chapter of life with warmth, curiosity, and humanity.
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Our Team
Producer/Host – Rob Kaldor
Rob Kaldor is a seasoned podcaster and radio producer who brings curiosity and compassion to every story he tells. With over 300 podcast episodes produced, he’s passionate about meaningful conversations that spark connection. A self-confessed news junkie with a background in digital marketing, Rob also teaches adults and children how to make podcasts that inform and inspire. He lives in Sydney with his wife, three kids and his ever-loyal dog Teddy. Rob believes that good storytelling can bridge divides, foster understanding and bring people closer together—one conversation at a time.
Barbara Sullivan – Contributor
Barbara Sullivan has bookended her three decades in international publishing with her first love: radio. She began as a scriptwriter and presenter for ABC Education in the 1970s and, after many years overseas, returned to volunteer with Radio 2RPH. For the past 14 years, she has been involved with programs like “Ablequest”, which led her into podcasting and “Passing Thoughts”. A lover of wordplay, she hopes to still be doing cryptic crosswords at 94. Before she shuffles off her mortal coil, she dreams of taking her whole family back to Africa. Her motto? Ever Onwards.
Jane Mundy- Contributor
Jane Mundy is a counsellor, teacher, journalist and author whose abiding passion is people and their stories. She enjoys gardening, reading, walking, swimming and cheering for her AFL team. Deeply concerned about politics, the environment and animal welfare, Jane channels that empathy into her work and life. She lives on Sydney’s Northern Beaches with her partner and their beloved elderly rescue dog. With two adult sons and teenage grandchildren, family is central to her world. Jane brings warmth, insight and a love of words to her contributions to “Passing Thoughts” and Radio 2RPH.
Connie Mason – Contributor
Connie Mason is a writer and former CEO who now dedicates her time to volunteering and creative work. She owned an award-winning Kwik Kopy centre before becoming CEO of Kwik Kopy Australia in 1999, and in 2003 was named Australian Franchise Woman of the Year. Since retiring in 2009, she has supported organisations such as STARTTS, Parramatta Mission, and Radio 2RPH. A member of Writing NSW, Connie self-published a novel of creative non-fiction and is currently working on a memoir. She brings her leadership experience, community spirit and love of storytelling to her ongoing volunteer and writing endeavours.