Ever wondered what it’s like to face death – not your own, but the sudden loss of a child to suicide? In this raw and moving chat, I sit down with Christine Pedley, a grief counsellor, death doula, and author who turned unimaginable pain into purpose. If you’ve ever felt lost in the silence around death and dying, this episode reminds you that talking about it isn’t just okay – it’s essential.

Christine’s story began long before her son Jono’s death at 31. With over two decades in palliative care, she’s helped families navigate end-of-life moments and create ceremonies that honour both life and love. But nothing prepared her for the shock and chaos of suicide grief. We talk about her healing journey — finding strength in nature, journaling ‘glimmers’ of hope, and challenging myths about suicide and the language we use.

Her book, Facing the Unfathomable: Surviving Your Child’s Suicide, shares her story and offers guidance to those supporting others through loss. Christine also opens up about death literacy — why we must talk about dying before it reaches us. From raw family conversations to honouring Jono with a memorial seat overlooking the city, she shows that grief isn’t linear; it’s beginning, middle, and forever.

What you’ll hear:
• From palliative care to grieving mum
• Myths and language around suicide
• ‘Glimmer journaling’ and nature’s role in healing
• The “Amazing Mums” community
• How to support grief without fixing it

Check out Christine’s book: Facing the Unfathomable: Surviving your son's suicide

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Catherine

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Are you making the most of your time before death catches us all? In this heartfelt episode of Don't Be Caught Dead, I chat with Kate Christie, Australia’s leading time management expert, about how loss and grief can be the wake-up call we need to live intentionally. Kate shares her personal story of losing her ex-husband to pancreatic cancer and how that tragedy reshaped her approach to time, priorities, and what she calls a “life list” — not a bucket list — focusing on what truly matters while we’re still here.

Kate’s journey from juggling a demanding corporate career and motherhood to creating a business that helps others reclaim their time is inspiring and deeply relatable. We dive into the guilt many of us feel balancing family and work, and how reframing time as an investment rather than something to manage can transform your life. She offers practical tips on identifying what you most value, setting achievable goals, and making space for the things that bring you joy and meaning — before it’s too late.

This episode is a powerful reminder that death is the great equaliser, but it also urges us not to wait for tragedy to live fully. Whether you’re facing grief, juggling life’s demands, or just want to live with more purpose, Kate’s insights will help you start your own life list today.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Kate’s personal story of loss and how it inspired her to rethink time and priorities
• The difference between a bucket list and a life list — why it’s about living now, not waiting until the end
• How to identify what you most value with three simple questions
• The guilt many working parents face and how to overcome it
• Practical strategies to invest your time wisely and say no to what doesn’t serve you
• The importance of vulnerability and sharing stories of grief to heal and connect
• Kate’s tips for self-care and carving out time for what matters, including her new passion for surfing!

Resources & links mentioned:

New book 'The Life List: Master Every Moment and Live an Audacious Life'

Connect with Kate Christie

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Instagram

LinkedIn

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Check out her website and books 

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Are you ready to face death head-on? In this episode of Don't Be Caught Dead, I chat with Rose Sexton, a seasoned nurse and passionate palliative care educator from Wangaratta, Northeast Victoria. Rose shares her deep insights into palliative care, advance care planning, and the importance of having honest conversations about death and dying before it’s too late. We explore how palliative care is about living well, not just dying, and why planning early can save your loved ones from unbearable decisions later.

Rose opens up about her personal experiences supporting people at the end of life and how community palliative care works, especially in rural areas where resources are stretched. We also dive into the Good To Go Project, a local initiative reshaping how communities talk about death, grief, and loss. If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to start the conversation with your family or wondered what palliative care really means, this episode is packed with practical advice and heartfelt stories to help you prepare.

From the challenges of navigating healthcare systems in rural Australia to the transformative power of death doulas and community support, Rose and I discuss how embracing death can actually help us live more fully. We also touch on the environmental impact of funeral choices and the exciting future of natural organic reduction (human composting). This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to break the taboo and bring death back into everyday conversation.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• What advanced care planning really means and why it’s a loving gift to your family
• The difference between community palliative care and hospice, and why early referral matters
• How rural palliative care works and the challenges faced by those living outside cities
• The Good To Go Project and how community collectives can support death literacy
• Practical tips for starting conversations about death with loved ones
• The role of death doulas and why they’re vital in filling gaps in care
• Personal stories from Rose about the sacredness of the dying process
• Funeral traditions, home funerals, and new eco-friendly options like human composting

Resources & links mentioned:

Good To Go Project website

Palliative Care Australia

Death Cafes in Wangaratta and Beechworth

Advance Care Planning information (Victoria)

NSW petition for Human Composting

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY - Signing ePetition - Recognise and regulate Human Composting as a death care option

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Catherine

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What does it mean to “do death differently”?

In this episode of Don’t Be Caught Dead, I sit down with Reverend Amy Firth — interfaith minister, funeral director, and spiritual counsellor — to talk about her incredible journey through grief, loss, and finding her calling in end-of-life care. From training in London with the One Spirit Interfaith Foundation, to returning to the Blue Mountains to support families, Amy shares what it means to walk alongside people in their most vulnerable moments.

We explore how ceremonies can hold competing truths, including the difficult challenge of creating funerals for those who weren’t always easy to love. Amy talks about including children, honouring complex relationships, and finding healing through ritual. She also shares how her grandmother’s death sparked a mystical experience that changed the course of her life, and why truth-telling — even when it’s painful — is essential in death care.

We also dive into her work running monthly Death Cafés, where community members gather to talk openly about death, dying, grief, pet loss, and even the unresolved grief from COVID. Amy reminds us that ceremonies don’t have to be pompous or formal. They can be barefoot, backyard gatherings or deeply personal rituals that honour the reality of life and death.

In this episode we cover:

• How Amy’s personal bereavements shaped her calling to end-of-life care
• The power of interfaith ministry and what it means to honour all truths
• Crafting funerals for complex or difficult relationships
• Why including children in funerals can be profoundly healing
• The importance of truth-telling in grief and death rituals
• Death Cafés: what they are, and the surprising themes that keep surfacing
• How ritual can support us in everyday life — from funerals to renaming ceremonies

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

Take care,
Catherine

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Website: https://www.amyfirth.com/ 

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What does it really look like to face death with choice, dignity and clarity? In this episode of Don’t Be Caught Dead, I sit down with two doctors who’ve seen death from every angle — and who aren’t afraid to talk about it.

I’m joined by Dr Nick Carr, one of the first GPs in Victoria to be involved in voluntary assisted dying, and Dr Kane Treble, a regional GP in Mildura with a background in emergency medicine, palliative care and paramedicine. Together, they pull back the curtain on how voluntary assisted dying works, why it matters, and what the system gets right (and wrong).

We dive into the personal stories that changed the way these doctors practise medicine — from patients like Beverley who died before the law was passed, to families who’ve experienced the relief and beauty of a death on their own terms. We talk openly about the barriers in the current laws, the stigma in rural communities, the gag clause that stops doctors from raising the option, and the very real impact this has on dying people and their families.

This conversation is raw, eye-opening and full of heart. It’s about the messy truth of death, why choice matters, and how doctors themselves are changed by walking alongside people at the very end.

In this episode, we cover:

• How voluntary assisted dying became law in Victoria
• The story of Beverley Broadbent and why her death sparked change
• Why doctors in Victoria are still gagged from even mentioning voluntary assisted dying
• The challenges rural and regional patients face in accessing end of life choices
• The reality of telehealth restrictions and why they make dying harder than it needs to be
• What it takes to become a VAD-trained doctor — and why more doctors need to step up
• Why every voluntary assisted dying death these doctors have witnessed has been called “beautiful”
• The role of religion, aged care facilities and advanced care directives in end of life planning
• Resources and support for anyone exploring voluntary assisted dying in Australia

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

Take care,
Catherine

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Dying With Dignity Victoria: www.dwdv.org.au
• Care Navigators (Victoria): Phone (03) 8559 5823 (Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre)
• Go Gentle Australia
• “The Power of Choice” photography exhibition by Julian Kingma
• Dr Nick Carr, GP at St Kilda Medical Group.stkildamedicalgroup.com.au

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What happens when death touches your family before you even understand what it means?

In this episode of Don’t Be Caught Dead, I sit down with funeral celebrant Leonie Fletcher Adams, whose life was profoundly shaped when her sister died at just four years old. That childhood loss not only shaped her family but also planted the seed for a lifelong journey of spirituality, honesty, and connection.

Leonie shares her path from nursing and acting to becoming a funeral celebrant, weaving in her belief in spiritual guides, the importance of rituals, and why every funeral deserves to be an honest reflection of the person who has died. We talk about how grief is often unacknowledged in siblings, why including children in funerals matters, and how simple touches — like jellybeans in the cupboard or roses from the garden — can make ceremonies deeply personal.

This isn’t just about organising funerals. It’s about truth, spirituality, and finding ways to honour life while facing the reality of death. Leonie’s insights are raw, deeply human, and grounded in decades of experience with families at their most vulnerable.

In this episode, we cover:

• How losing her sister as a child shaped Leonie’s family and her life’s purpose
• The role of spirituality and spiritual guides in navigating grief and creating funerals
• Why honesty is central to meaningful end-of-life rituals
• How rituals, music, and personal touches create space for healing
• The challenges of grief after the funeral is over — and why anniversaries matter
• The importance of preparing funeral wishes as an act of love for those left behind

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

Take care,
Catherine

Leonie Fletcher Adams – Contact Details

Website: www.spiritualfunerals.com.au

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We all know death is coming for us, yet most of us avoid talking about it like it’s the plague. In this episode, I sit down with Baci Hillyer for an honest, heartfelt conversation about why facing our mortality head-on, including the controversial topic of assisted dying, can change the way we live.

Baci and I dive into the uncomfortable yet essential topic of death, why we fear it, why we avoid it, and what happens when we finally look it in the eye. We explore her personal journey of working in the end-of-life space, the emotional truths she’s uncovered, and the unexpected freedom that comes from preparing for something we can’t escape.

One of the big conversations we have is around Voluntary Assisted Dying, what it means, who it’s for, and why it sparks so much debate. Baci shares her perspective from both personal and professional angles, inviting listeners to think deeply about choice, autonomy, and compassion at the end of life.

This episode is about more than just dying, it’s about living well. We unpack the role that grief plays in shaping us, how our culture’s discomfort with death harms us, and practical steps you can take right now to prepare yourself and your loved ones for the inevitable. There’s laughter, raw honesty, and a shared belief that talking about death is one of the most life-affirming things you can do.

If you’ve ever found yourself dodging the “D word”, this conversation will inspire you to rethink what it means to live and die well.

We discussed: 

• Why avoiding death talk robs us of deeper living
• How Baci found her calling in end-of-life work
• The surprising emotional freedom in facing mortality
• Voluntary Assisted Dying what it means and why it matters
• Practical steps for preparing for death
• How grief shapes our lives in ways we don’t expect
• Cultural shifts we need to make around dying
• Why preparing for death is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones

Connect with Baci Hillyer: 

• Instagram
• Website
• Watch a video to learn about Baci

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

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What if I told you that talking about death could be one of the most empowering conversations you ever have? In this episode of Don't Be Caught Dead, I sit down with Dr. Annetta Mallon, a leading expert in grief loss education and end-of-life care, to explore the profound impact of embracing death and the importance of open dialogue around it.

In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of chatting with Dr. Annetta Mallon, a leading expert in grief loss education and end-of-life care. With over three decades of experience as a psychotherapist, Annetta dives deep into the complexities of grief, loss, and the importance of personal storytelling. We explore the multifaceted roles of an end-of-life doula, the significance of advanced care planning, and how to navigate the often-overlooked challenges faced by the LGBTQI+ community in death care.

Annetta shares her personal journey through grief, having lost her mother and beloved dog within a short span of time. She candidly discusses the raw emotions that accompany such losses and the importance of self-care in the grieving process. We also touch on the concept of "found family" and how it plays a crucial role in supporting individuals during their most vulnerable moments. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that while death is an inevitable part of life, the way we approach it can make all the difference.

Join us as we break down the barriers surrounding death and dying, encouraging open conversations about these essential topics. Whether you're seeking guidance on advanced planning or simply looking for a deeper understanding of grief, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice.

Key points from our discussion:

• Understanding the seven non-medical roles of an end-of-life doula.
• The importance of advanced care planning and how it can ease the burden on loved ones.
• Navigating grief and loss, including the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQI+ community.
• The significance of self-care and community support during the grieving process.
• Creative ways to memorialise loved ones and honour their legacies.

Connect with Annetta

Gentle Death Education and Planning Dr Annetta Mallon

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LGBTQ+ Flags and what they stand for

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What if the way we say goodbye could heal both our hearts and the planet?

In this profound episode of Don't Be Caught Dead, we sit down with Zimmi Forest, fibre artist, environmentalist, and creator of handwoven eco-coffins that challenge everything we think we know about death. Zimmi doesn’t just make baskets; she crafts vessels that reconnect us to nature, turning invasive weeds into beautiful, biodegradable farewells.

From foraging materials in the wild to guiding families through the emotional process of weaving a loved one’s final resting place, Zimmi’s work is a powerful reminder that death doesn’t have to be disconnected from life’s natural cycles. Whether you’re curious about sustainable funerals or simply seeking a fresh perspective on mortality, this conversation will leave you inspired to rethink the way we honour those we’ve lost—and how we might one day be honoured ourselves.

Key points from our discussion:

• Eco-conscious farewells: Why Zimmi swaps toxic funeral materials for invasive plants like cat’s claw vine.
• The healing power of making: How weaving a coffin can transform grief into a sacred, communal act.
• Beyond cremation: The surprisingly poetic case for natural burials (and what most people don’t know about ashes).
• Death’s dirty secret: The greenwashing in funeral industries—and how to spot it.
• Finding beauty in decay: Zimmi’s journey from artist to death educator, one handwoven stitch at a time.

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Website

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

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Catherine

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What happens when your worst nightmare becomes your greatest gift to strangers? Adele shares the moment her son's death transformed into hope.

In this heartfelt episode of Don't Be Caught Dead, I sit down with Adele, a mother who faced the unimaginable loss of her son, Dan, in 2020. Dan's tragic accident not only shattered Adele's world but also led to a powerful legacy of life through organ and tissue donation. Join us as we explore the profound impact of Dan's life and death, the importance of having conversations about organ donation, and how grief can transform into a celebration of life.

Adele shares her memories of Dan, a passionate musician with a heart of gold, who brought joy to everyone around him. From his childhood band practices with neighbourhood kids to his love for ska music and his time playing with Area-7, Dan's spirit shines through in every story. As we delve into the harrowing moments following Dan's accident, Adele recounts the surreal experience of receiving the news that no parent should ever have to hear. Her journey through grief is raw and real, highlighting the importance of cherishing every moment and the power of love and connection in the face of loss.

This episode is not just about loss; it's about legacy. Adele's decision to honour Dan's memory through organ donation has given life to others, and she reflects on the profound impact this has had on her family. We discuss the importance of having open conversations about death and dying, and how preparing for the inevitable can bring peace of mind. Adele's story is a testament to resilience, love, and the enduring bonds that connect us, even in the face of unimaginable grief.

Key points from our discussion:

• The importance of discussing organ donation and end-of-life wishes with loved ones.
• How grief can transform into a celebration of life and legacy.
• The profound impact of organ donation on both the donor's family and the recipients.
• Tips for supporting someone who is grieving and navigating the complexities of loss.

Resources Mentioned:

DonateLife - Learn more about organ donation and how to register.

Area 7 Band links:

https://www.instagram.com/area7.ska/

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