2RPH

29/05/2026

Congrats to Passing Thoughts on making the shortlist for the Australian Audio Awards. Supported by the Wicking Trust, the season two team is host Rob Kaldor and presenters Jane Mundy, Barbara Sullivan and Connie Mason. The program was pipped at the post for the best independent Society & Culture podcast by worthy winners - Them Yarns.
You can tune in to Passing Thoughts at https://www.2rph.org.au/passing-thoughts/

23/05/2026

Where do carers go to get help? Passing Thoughts' Connie Mason talks with Amanda Simons from the The Benevolent Society's Carer Gateway to find out. Amanda talks about her own experiences of caring for her mother during her decline and until her passing. The hurdles Amanda faced drive her passion for supporting carers and ensuring their needs are met.
Listen to the full episode here - https://www.2rph.org.au/passing-thoughts/
https://www.benevolent.org.au/services-and-programs/support-for-carers

23/05/2026

Mel Harrison's guest for this latest episode of Disability Fail 101 is Love On the Spectrum star Ronan Soussa. Upbeat and inspiring, Ronan is an autism advocate who promotes inclusiveness and infectious positivity. https://omny.fm/shows/disability-fail-101/episode-02-ronan-soussa
Community Broadcasting Association of Australia Community Radio Plus
Living on the Spectrum - Autism directory and Neurodiversity hub
Sitting Low; Reaching High - Mel Harrison

Ronan is a passionate disability advocate, and friend of the show. Listeners may also know him from Love On The Spectrum. Plus the debut of Blind Mike's Winge - where he complains, so you don't have to!

23/05/2026

The clever and stylish Storm Menzies tells Ablequest's Kate Walker about the lightbulb moment that led her to create cosmetic tools that help people with disabilities apply their make-up.
ByStorm
More here - https://www.2rph.org.au/ablequest/

22/05/2026

A relatively new volunteer at 2RPH, Ruby Chandip Madan has spent a lifetime advocating for human rights through her work with immigrants and asylum seekers. Ruby describes herself as "..a Punjabi-Sikh and Australian through and through."
Ruby talks with Keith McCarron about her fascinating life growing up as the daughter of a diplomat and the causes that have fuelled her advocacy.
Full interview here - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EZkxfiv6zpy2Kd9TXEjs0
Punjab Express Australia Indo Times

21/05/2026

21/05/2026

Congratulations to 2RPH's amazing volunteers. The station wouldn't exist without you. Thousands of listeners rely on you every single day to bring the printed word to life. Well done one and all.
Sadly we lost one of these fine volunteers with the passing of John Berry in March. (Third in from right of image.) John started as a volunteer in 2018 and will be remembered for his high-level skills in production, editing, mentoring and training.

14/05/2026

People with disabilities are underserved by today’s digital products. Accessibility removes barriers and unlocks the possible for the one billion people world wide who have a disability. Global Accessibility Awareness Day on 21 May sets out to encourage people to talk, think and learn about digital access and inclusion. 2RPH's Ablequest is on it! The program is dedicated to presenting the latest in assistive technology. https://www.2rph.org.au/ablequest/

14/05/2026

One in seven people over 50 show signs of age-related macular degeneration. Early detection can make a big difference. Regular eye exams and timely treatment may preserve your vision and quality of life. May is Macular Degeneration Awareness month and here, courtesy of the https://www.facebook.com/MacularDiseaseFoundationAustralia, is a helpful explanation of stages and treatments from David Hilford
https://www.mdfoundation.com.au/resources/age-related-macular-degeneration-explained-stages-treatments-and-emerging-research/

Dr David Hilford is a Brisbane vitreo-retinal surgeon, subspecialist ophthalmologist. When studying medicine David was awarded Dux of the course and the University Medal.

14/05/2026

Rob Kaldor visits the Shifra Centre in Sydney to speak with Dr Irene Fihrer. The charity's purpose is to minimise distress and suffering surrounding dying. Drawing on the Jewish laws of mourning, known as, Avelut, the centre helps grieving families. Full interview - https://www.2rph.org.au/passing-thoughts/