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Passing ThoughtsTaking Death HomeIn Episode Seven of Passing Thoughts, Jane Mundy speaks with Bec Lyons, a death doula and educator, about the growing movement of home funerals. Together they explore what it means to reclaim the rituals of death — to slow down, to care, and to find beauty in the final farewell. Bec shares her experiences guiding families through home-based end-of-life care and ceremonies, describing how intimacy and agency transform grief into something gentle and deeply human. The conversation opens up practical and emotional insights into washing, dressing, and farewelling loved ones at home — acts of love that bring connection back...
2025-10-2829 minPassing ThoughtsNavigating the Medical System - Ken HillmanIn Episode Three of Passing Thoughts, Connie Mason talks with Professor Ken Hillman about the challenge of navigating the medical system for those who are dying. In our Before We Go segment, Rob Kaldor looks at the life and music of satrist, Tom Lehrer. Passing Thoughts is a podcast about life’s final chapter, told with openness, curiosity, and heart. It’s a space to talk about what we usually avoid, because facing death just might help us live better. Contact the team at: passingthoughts@2rph.com.auLike us on Facebook https...
2025-09-0328 min
Sunday Nights with Rev. Bill CrewsPassing Thoughts PodcastBill speaks with podast Host/Producer Rob Kaldor and Barbara Sullivan as they pull back the curtain on death and dying in the new podcast "Passing Thoughts" - details about where to listen to Passing Thoughts https://www.2rph.org.au/passing-thoughts/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-1009 min
Tensions TransplantedSeason 2 - Episode 5 - Jewish Voices in Parliament: Julian Leeser and Josh Burns on Australia's FutureIn Episode 5 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor sits down with Jewish MPs Julian Leeser (Liberal, Berowra) and Josh Burns (Labor, Macnamara) to explore how their Jewish identity has influenced their political careers — and how they each envision Australia's future post the 2025 federal election. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here
2025-04-2932 minTensions TransplantedSeason 2 - Episode 4 - The Muslim VoteIn Episode 4 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor explores how The Muslim Vote could influence the upcoming federal election. He’s joined by Dr Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack key marginal electorates, the rising political engagement among Muslim Australians, and the emerging — and sometimes uneasy — alliances with the Greens. Together, they consider how the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict is shaping political discourse in the lead-up to election day.📖 Read Dr Josh Roose’s articles and more election coverage.💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here
2025-04-2323 minTensions TransplantedSeason 2 - Episode 3 - The Jewish SeatsIn Episode 3 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor takes a close look at the federal election campaigns unfolding in Goldstein, Macnamara, and Wentworth — the three electorates with Australia’s largest Jewish populations. He’s joined by author Julie Szego, journalist Michael Visontay, and Jewish Independent editor Deborah Stone to unpack how October 7 and the rise in antisemitism are shaping campaign strategies, shifting voter sentiment, and influencing the political outlook in these pivotal seats.📖 Read Julie Szego’s articles 📖 Read Michael Visontay’s articles 📖...
2025-04-1635 minTensions TransplantedSeason 2 - Episode 2 - The End of BipartisanshipIn Episode 2 of Tensions Transplanted, Rob Kaldor speaks with Deborah Stone from The Jewish Independent about the collapse of bipartisan consensus on foreign policy and the growing political divide over antisemitism.📖 Read Deborah Stone’s articles and more election coverage.💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here
2025-04-0925 min
Tensions TransplantedSeason 2 - Episode 1 : Is Anti-semitism an Election Issue?In this episode, Rob Kaldor examines the upcoming federal election with insights from political consultant Dean Sherr, who offers a rare insider’s view from Canberra. With a sharp focus on how antisemitism could shape the political landscape, Dean breaks down the key dynamics influencing the campaign.📖 Read Dean Sherr’s articles and more election coverage. 💡 Support quality journalism: Donate here
2025-04-0228 min
The Glam GizmoSeason 4 - Omnibus EditionExperience the fourth season of The Glam Gizmo in this omnibus version where new friends Lily and Gary face the Catharo, Violet and the Professor come to terms with their own mortality and the whole of Australia falls to the wrath of Hawkspur and Artemis.Cast:Lily (Stefanie Fazzari), Violet (Chloe Towan), Wanda (Alanah Parkin), Gary Gizmo (Troy Larkin), John Hawkspur (Alec Gilbert), Irving (Keegan Brown), Professor Paradox (Tom Denham), Lydia (Kara Dennison), Dirk (Stephen Stockwell), Chelsea (Madeline Larsen), Agent Langley (Ben Davidson), Boltizor (Anthony Bradshaw), President Chalmers (David Malinsky), Artemis...
2024-12-234h 03Tensions TransplantedEpisode 4: The political landscape and social cohesionIn Episode four – the final episode of Tensions Transplanted – Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian politics, arts and culture. Rob speaks with a range voices including Josh Burns, Labor Federal MP, Allegra Spender, Independent Federal MP, Tim Hollo, Executive Director of the Green Institute, Jeremy Leibler, President of the Zionist Federation of Australia, Councillor Robert Samuel, journalist John Stanley, cultural leadership expert Sam Cairnduff and founder of 'Jews of Sydney', Kevin Garber.
2024-09-2651 minTensions TransplantedEpisode 3: Schools,Universities and the WorkplaceIn Episode three, Rob Kaldor explores the impact of the Hamas-Israel conflict on Australian workplaces, with a particular focus on schools and universities. He speaks with Josh Burns, a Labor Federal MP, Noah Loven, President of AUJS, Dr. Avril Alba, a university lecturer, and Rabbi Yossi Friedman, known as The Rabbi on Demand. They discuss issues such as racism and campus encampments. The episode also shares personal stories from individuals whose lives have been significantly affected by the conflict.
2024-09-1951 minTensions TransplantedEpisode 2: Doxxing,Influencers and the Digital WorldIn Episode Two, the impact of the Hamas-Israel war in Australia goes online. Rob Kaldor dives deep into the battle for dominance on social media as well as the dark art of doxxing. Rob speaks with well-known influencers including Clammy Fraud, Marnie Perlstein and hears the rationale of one of the doxxers. We also hear from some of the targets of the doxxing, including those whose lives were turned upside down through death threats and intimidation.
2024-09-1248 min
Ashamed to AdmitTensions Transplanted - a new 4-part podcast seriesThere is no episode of ATA this week, so Dash spoke with Sydney-based radio and podcast producer Rob Kaldor about The Jewish Independent's four-part series Tensions Transplanted (released on 6 September).
2024-08-2711 min
The Glam Gizmo4.6 The Rule Of The UniverseAs the Catharo draw nearer, Lily must uncover the secrets of her past, Violet and the Professor have to put their differences aside and Gary might just have the answer to the future of the universe.Cast:Lily (Stefanie Fazzari), Violet (Chloe Towan), Wanda (Alanah Parkin), Gary Gizmo (Troy Larkin), John Hawkspur (Alec Gilbert), Irving (Keegan Brown), Professor Paradox (Tom Denham), Lydia (Kara Dennison), Dirk (Stephen Stockwell), Chelsea (Madeline Larsen), Agent Langley (Ben Davidson), Boltizor (Anthony Bradshaw), President Chalmers (David Malinsky), Artemis (Adam Manning), Cosmo (Jessica Hutchinson), The Clockmaker (Gary Boulter), Death (John Reid...
2024-07-1758 min
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepThe Producers: Roz Kaldor-Aroni (Elato ice Cream) - The mathematics of ice creamCombining her background in applied chemistry with gelato and ice cream training in Australia, Italy and Canada, Roz Kaldor-Aroni from Elato finessed her own formula and developed a patented technique to reduce sugars, remove chemicals and achieve important health star ratings in her ice cream – and it's a flavour bomb too.https://elato.com.auFollow The Producers on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent
2023-10-1623 min
The Producers, a Food Podcast.Roz Kaldor-Aroni (Elato ice Cream) - The mathematics of ice creamCombining her background in applied chemistry with gelato and ice cream training in Australia, Italy and Canada, Roz Kaldor-Aroni from Elato finessed her own formula and developed a patented technique to reduce sugars, remove chemicals and achieve important health star ratings in her ice cream – and it's a flavour bomb too.https://elato.com.auFollow The Producers on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent
2023-10-1623 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentThe Producers: Roz Kaldor-Aroni (Elato ice Cream) - The mathematics of ice creamCombining her background in applied chemistry with gelato and ice cream training in Australia, Italy and Canada, Roz Kaldor-Aroni from Elato finessed her own formula and developed a patented technique to reduce sugars, remove chemicals and achieve important health star ratings in her ice cream – and it's a flavour bomb too.https://elato.com.auFollow The Producers on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com...
2023-10-1623 min
Coffee, Cake and Culture - The Music PodcastSERIES 2 TRAILERSERIES 2 - EPISODE 1 - Strings- Drops Tuesday 18/04/2023 - Subscribe NOW!People attend orchestral concerts and can name the instruments, but the actual physicality, dimension, sound production, history and function of most instruments remains a mystery. This series looks at each family of instruments, some lesser known instruments and the role of the conductor. ----Andy continues our musical journey of discovery and as an added bonus, each episode involves a sweet treat, cake or biscuit to indulge in, with recipes on her website coffeecakeandculture.com.au. From novice to expert, listeners will enjo...
2023-04-1302 min
Best of eTalesK by K EP 1 DRAFTK BY K EP 1 DRAFT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2229 minBest of eTales30 second music challengeSteve gives Rob a challenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-1601 minBest of eTalesHallelujahHallelujah - a personal story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Best of eTalesTHIS DASS LIFEHappy Birthday DassA podcast from Pepper Dog Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-2612 min
In the CoveWelcome to the "In the Cove" PodcastIn our very first episode, Jacky Barker, founder of 'In The Cove' and Rob Kaldor discuss the news,business and events taking place in Lane Cove. We speak to John O'Farrell from Lane Cove Cricket Club about the rise of girls cricket . We also speak to Bec Mitchell from Raine and Horne Lane Cove.Jacky also throws down the gauntlet to Tom Gleason - enemy of Lane Cove! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Shalom Live StoriesMatt FriedmanWith the theme of hidden we hear a from Matt Friedman about overcoming pornography addiction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-0707 minShalom Live StoriesKurt BrownWith the theme of hidden we hear a family secret that was kept hidden for nearly 70 years by Kurt Brown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-0709 minShalom Live StoriesIra ZevWith the theme of hidden we hear slam poetry about safe sex education by Ira Zev Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-07-0708 min
The Couch Latkes PodcastEP 4 - Debra AaronsEPISODE FOUR - THE MARVELLOUS MRS. MAISEL with DR. DEBRA AARONSIn our final episode of season one, we welcome the witty, forthright and highly knowledgeable Dr. Debra Aarons to guide us through the elaborate and dense story world of the excellent and extremely binge-able Amazon show, THE MARVELLOUS MRS. MAISEL. Debra helps unpack the truth from within the fiction and contextualise the characters and events in the evolution of stand-up comedy.Debra is a linguist from UNSW, specialising in what jokes can reveal about our tacit knowledge of language. Debra has written a book, Jokes and the Linguistic Mind (2011), exploring...
2020-04-2337 min2020-04-2237 minBest of eTalesstatuesURL: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/tzara/degrowth/01_statues Comments: http://freemusicarchive.org/ Curator: Copyright: Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-2142 min
Best of eTalesstatuesURL: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/tzara/degrowth/01_statues Comments: http://freemusicarchive.org/ Curator: Copyright: Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/us/
2020-04-2142 min2020-04-2024 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastA Little Nosh - Brad SlabeIt's a bissel more of the podcast, to satisfy your latke cravings.We hope you and all those you care about are healthy, safe, following social distancing and if necessary, self-isolation, and using their time to watch some great shows.In this tasty morsel, we dish up a little more than usual from my wide-ranging chat with Bradley in which we discuss fascinating topics ranging from the process of making stop-motion animation to finding peace in the beauty and universal truth of the Japanese philosophy, Wabi Sabi. We also find a way to tie in The Good Place and Star...
2020-04-1612 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastPesach SpecialChag Sameach from the Couch Latkes Podcast! We will be back with a new Little Nosh episode next and our full episode the week after. Until then, please stay safe, happy and healthy at this tragic, trying and anxiety-inducing time. And, in the spirit of Pesach here is a list of films that tell the story of Moses and the Exodus for you to enjoy (or not) over the next eight days of at-home festivities.The Great, Good, Bad and Terrible of Pesach Films.Ridley Scott's 2014 overblown action blockbuster starring Christian Bale as Moses, Exodus: God and Kings.Cecil B...
2020-04-1101 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastSPECIAL VIRAL EDITION - Adrian EltonFor our special Covid-19 edition,we talk to Adrian Elton about what it is like to make viral sensation. Adrian is an creative provocateur, whose 2019 mock IKEA billboard went viral during the federal election campaign post-mortem. Adrian's professional website is http://adrianeltoncreative.com/ and look on our Facebook age for some of his piss takes https://www.facebook.com/Couch-Latkes-Podcast-100927528185425/ . Adrian is available for virtual weddings parties and especially bar mitzvahs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-0114 min2020-04-0114 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastEP 3- Bradley SlabeEPISODE 3 - BRADLEY SLABEIn our third episode we welcome the ever-thoughtful multiple award-winning filmmaker and genuine mensch, Bradley Slabe, to our couch to schmooze about his pop culture tastes and habits, and show off his awesome Seinfeld socks. In a wide-ranging chat, Bradley claims that he has Jerry Seinfeld's support in vouching for the Cosby Show, gives tips on how to achieve a greater emotional impact when making a film, and tells us what he sings along to when driving and which show makes him cry.For nearly a decade Bradley has brought his deep talent, skill and humanity to...
2020-03-2636 min2020-03-2423 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastA Little Nosh - Alice FraserA Little Nosh - Alice FraserIt's a bissel more of the podcast, to satisfy your latke cravings.In this tasty morsel, we dish up some previously unreleased material from our chat with Alice in which she explains the differences between performing stand-up in Australia and the U.K.We also bring you news of latest must-watch TV show, The Plot Against America.e Pop Culture Generation GapNext week, join us for a regular Couch Latkes Podcast episode, when we welcome the hugely talented filmmaker, Bradley Slabe. For those that want to get a taste of Bradley's incredible work, and see...
2020-03-1905 min2020-03-1805 min2020-03-1635 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastEP2 - Alice FraserEPISODE TWO - ALICE FRASERIn our second episode we welcome Australian comic, writer and podcaster, Alice Fraser, to our couch to schmooze about her pop culture tastes and habits. In a wide-ranging chat, we dig into the brilliance of Star Trek, the value of Xena: Warrior Princess and why stand-up comedians make such great action movie stars.Since leaving the world of academia and corporate law Alice Fraser has been one of the hardest working, and most internationally successful Australian stand-up comics. Trilogy, her 2018 podcast series for the ABC was named the best Australian podcast by Apple, and she has...
2020-03-1232 min2020-03-1133 min2020-03-0916 min2020-03-0905 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastA Little Nosh - Osher GünsbergIt's a bissel more of the podcast, to satisfy your latke cravings.In this tasty morsel, we dish up a some previously unreleased material from our chat with Osher in which he talks about the pop culture generation gap.We also share exciting news about Jewish Australia actor, Ashley Zukerman and bring you the latest from the Couch Latkes Facebook group about the controversy surrounding the new Amazon show, Hunters.e Pop Culture Generation GapNext week, join us for a regular Couch Latkes Podcast episode, when we welcome the brilliant stand-up comic, Alice Fraser.And, please don't forget to review...
2020-03-0505 minThe Couch Latkes PodcastEP1 - Osher GünsbergEPISODE ONE - Osher Günsberg In our inaugural episode we welcome guest, Australian multi-media icon Osher Gunsberg to our couch to schmooze about his life in showbiz, being a dad to a sixteen year-old and a newborn, and to nosh on his pop culture tastes and habits. In a wide-ranging chat, we dig into who's better Mel Brooks or Woody Allen, who would be his ideal Jewish parents from pop culture, and discover the one pop culture habit that Osher truly regrets.Osher Günsberg has been a regular face and voice in Australia's homes for over two decades, mo...
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Academy of IdeasDoes the world need a government?Listen to the debate from the Battle of Ideas Festival 2019.
From climate change to tax evasion, humanity’s biggest challenges are increasingly global. Many of those frustrated by our lack of progress on these issues argue for some form of world government. If the United Nations, or some similar body, had real power over national governments, global agreements could be made and enforced. But others argue that it would be difficult, if not impossible, for seven billion people to hold a world government to account. Indeed, many find the idea of a world government sinister. Nevertheless, can we really solve ou...
2020-01-271h 13
Academy of Ideas#BattleFest2019: Does the world need a government?Listen to the debate from the Battle of Ideas Festival 2019.
From climate change to tax evasion, humanity’s biggest challenges are increasingly global. Many of those frustrated by our lack of progress on these issues argue for some form of world government. If the United Nations, or some similar body, had real power over national governments, global agreements could be made and enforced. But others argue that it would be difficult, if not impossible, for seven billion people to hold a world government to account. Indeed, many find the idea of a world government sinister. Nevertheless, can we...
2020-01-271h 132019-12-1617 minBest of eTalesDon't go the Raw Chicken! Guest HG NelsonHG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Monday BreakfastTemporary Exclusion Order, SANE and Winter Food Cravings7:00: Acknowledgement of Country 7:30: Sangeetha Pillai - Senior Research Associate at the Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law, University New South Wales Law School - talks us through the bill that was introduced by Peter Dutton on the 4th July to temporarily exclude citizens from returning to Australia. 7:45: SANE Deputy CEO, Dr Michelle Blanchard talks to us about the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System and SANE's call for them to focus on access.8:00: Megan Lee PhD candidate and academic tutor at Southern Cross University talks to us about why we crave comfort foods in winter, the link between the gut and the bra...
2019-07-1400 minBest of eTalesSandpapergate - 702Interview I did with Ray White Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-04-0407 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 8 - Josef McdonaldWith the theme of Soul Food we will hear from Neuro Psychiatry registrar Josef Mcdonald. a recipient of the Shalom Gamarada indigenous scholarship. Josef talks his action packed fishing adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2109 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 7 - Ruth FessehaWith the theme of Lost Ruth Fesseha law student with Ethiopian heritage tells us of her very personal struggle for identity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2108 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 6 - Jared JekyllWith the theme of Lost , stand-up Comedian, actor and musician Jared Jekyll talks about his wrestling with mental illness through poetry slam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2108 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 5 - John HoldenWith the theme of New beginnings ,John Holden an African American counselor , tells us of his meaningful encounter with a holocaust survivor ad his recovery from addiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2112 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 4 - Heather MitchellWith the theme of New beginnings, we hear from acclaimed Australian actor Heather Mitchell who tells us a deeply personal story connecting sex and death Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2109 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 3 - Ashleigh RumplerWith the theme of Soul Food vegan activist and granddaughter of a Schindler list survivor Ashleigh Rumpler brings her passion and insight into what inspires her to make a difference Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2107 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 2- Greg FisherWith the theme of Freedom Greg Fisher tells us about his story from successful businessman turned prison inmate to CEO of non for profit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2109 minShalom Live StoriesEpisode 1 - Rabbi Ritchie MossWith the theme of Freedom , Orthodox Rabbi Ritchie Moss talk about his unorthodox beginnings and finding freedom with an unlikely oyster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-02-2008 minBest of eTalesMichael PalinChat with Michael Palin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0408 minBest of eTalesCheryl Strayed InterviewAuthor of Wild Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0421 minBest of eTalesDi MorriseyChat with Di Morrisey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0415 min2017-08-0415 minBest of eTalesRosie WaterlandChat with Rosie about her Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0413 minBest of eTalesMark TedesciChat with Mark Tedesci about his book Kidsnapped Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0411 min2017-08-0411 minBest of eTalesLive Cross South African RadioOne of the many live crosses on CapeTalk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0408 min2017-08-0408 minBest of eTalesRichard GloverRichard Glover chat about his book Flesh Wound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2017-08-0413 minBest of eTalesJackie CollinsInterview with the Late Great JC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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