In this sixth episode of Changing Lives, we catch up with Sean Golding, who was recently interviewed on Channel 7's morning show, Sunrise, for his transition from Airline Captain to Paramedic, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.  

Sean studied the Diploma of Paramedical Science with Australian Paramedical College, and gained registration as a paramedic, all while working as a Qantas Airline Captain and commercial pilot. The decision to study paramedicine was simply part of his appetite for new challenges and an "always learning" attitude to life. Little did he know, a short time later when a worldwide pandemic struck and planes were grounded, that a chance to work on the front lines as a paramedic would open up. 

While still "in the air", Sean's paramedical diploma also opened an opportunity for him to be part of research into pilot fatigue, which in turn led to him piloting the longest non-stop flight in recorded history.  We also discuss balancing family and career, and Sean's enthusiasm for diving and why he and his daughter recently joined the rural fire brigade.