Podcast appearances and mentions of Sam Mitchell

Carl and Mike are joined by former NBA player and coach Sam Mitchell as they discuss the NBA Finals and whether or not the Pacers stand a chance to even the series if Tyrese Haliburton cannot give 100 percent.

In the third hour of Dukes & Bell, we hit the college football ranks to talk some recruiting news. We then welcomed in Sam Mitchell to discuss what he's seen in the NBA Finals to this point. Is this series basically over? What's up with Haliburton right now? We wrapped with some Guy Talk!

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews, analysis, match recaps, and podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.It wasn't pretty, but as Sam Mitchell said, it was probably our best win of the season. A cold night down in Launceston it took the Hawks a while to warm to the task, but when they did, likely thanks in part to a bake from their coach, the team showed the grit needed to get the win against a quality opponent.In an Instant Reaction Pod with a difference, Danny is joined by ‘Angry' Brad, as well as a starring cameo from Shane Crawford (you read that right) to chat about the game and plenty of other things.

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell post-game said the conditions played a massive part in the low-scoring, Leigh Matthews agreed and said the overall match was a "deplorable spectacle". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Sam Mitchell. In this enlightening conversation, Sam Mitchell shares his journey of starting Autism Rocks and Rolls, a nonprofit organization aimed at advocating for individuals on the autism spectrum. He discusses the importance of being a voice for the community, the challenges faced, and the tools he uses to cope with anxiety and social situations. Sam emphasizes the positive aspects of autism, challenges societal assumptions, and shares his wisdom gained through personal experiences. The conversation concludes with reflections on the importance of connection and support in navigating life's challenges.Guest Bio: Along with his NonProfit, Sam is a 19-year-old young man who is in college, majoring in media and entrepreneurship. He found his niche and love in podcasting in high school when he joined his high school's media club. Podcasting became his passion, and he started his own, Autism Rocks and Rolls. What started out as a hobby soon got the world's attention. Sam now wants to change the perspective of autism, destigmatizing the negativity that often surrounds this type of brain wiring. Sam is using his platform to first and foremost, help those on the spectrum or anyone that feels as though they do not belong because they simply feel "different." Sam wants to reach parents who might be terrified because their child was diagnosed with autism, someone on the spectrum that feels lost, a business owner that wants to bring motivation to his or her company, teachers that want to understand the emotional side of autism for their students, and anyone that needs something to feel good about themselves. Sam tells his story through motivational speaking. He also is building his business by asking more sponsors to jump aboard and offering several services. His favorite pastimes are, well, podcasting. He also loves dogs, spending time outdoors, spending time with his family, creative writing, blogging, zip lining, traveling, and watching WWE.TakeawaysSam Mitchell started Autism Rocks and Rolls at 20 years old.The mission is to solve happiness for those on the autism spectrum.People with autism are often underestimated and excluded.Sam emphasizes the importance of being a voice for non-speaking individuals.He shares personal experiences of being bullied and excluded.Social media can be a double-edged sword for autism advocacy.Self-awareness is crucial for managing social interactions.Sam's mother supports his nonprofit efforts.Positive aspects of autism include creativity and unique perspectives.Connection with others is essential for personal well-being.Connect with Sam: Website: autismrocksandrolls.comConnect with Sandee: Website: www.sandeesgarlata.comPodcast: www.happinesssolved.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlataTwitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlataInstagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata  

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews to analysis, match recaps to podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.Another week searching for positives, and despite the loss to the Pies on Friday night there has been more to be happy about over the past few days.Ahead of the Thursday night clash against the Bulldogs, Ash, Mick and Weissy got together to discuss a range of topics including:* Press conferences - the do's and do not's;* Sam Mitchell on Media Street;* Selection and rewarding form;* Who is injured, who has been managed and fact versus fiction;* Re-signings and contract discussions;* The Dogs - what we hope to see and how we think it will go;* and plenty more…Thanks to our loyal Hawks Insiders subscribers — your support helps make the pod possible each and every week. Follow us on social media through the links below:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hawksinsiders.substack.com/subscribe

Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Wednesday the 28th of April with Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon. Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon are back for another big edition of AFL 360. Garry Lyon delivers a reality check for the Hawks after another tough outing, questioning where Sam Mitchell’s side really stands. The boys also unpack the Swans’ form - is this sign of deeper issues? Plus, they reflect on the heartbreak for Giants veteran Callan Ward as his torn ACL is confirmed, putting a stop to the rest of his season, and potentially career. For more of the show tune in on Fox Footy & KAYO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with a rant regarding the Wolves dreadful performance in an elimination game (again) before Sam Mitchell joins with his thoughts on the game, the series and the offseason decisions now looming for the Wolves.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with a rant regarding the Wolves dreadful performance in an elimination game (again) before Sam Mitchell joins with his thoughts on the game, the series and the offseason decisions now looming for the Wolves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show with a rant regarding the Wolves dreadful performance in an elimination game (again) before Sam Mitchell joins with his thoughts on the game, the series and the offseason decisions now looming for the Wolves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NBA Player and Head Coach, Sam Mitchell, joins "Dukes and Bell" to talk the NBA Playoffs and why the Thunder are set to be the NBA's next dynasty!

In the second hour of “Dukes and Bell”, Carl and Mike touch on some NFL headlines, including Caleb Williams responding to his father's book. Then, Sam Mitchell joins the show to talk NBA playoffs and the Hawks. Producer Dom Choroski, in for Da-Da Lewis ends the hour with “Yeah Man, No Man.”

Dan Barreiro opens the show with a rant regarding the Wolves dreadful performance in an elimination game (again) before Sam Mitchell joins with his thoughts on the game, the series and the offseason decisions now looming for the Wolves.

Damian Barrett and Michael Whiting bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. For the first time since pre-Covid, NSW will play host to two games in the Harbour City. Saturday nights game Sydney v Adelaide is of most intrigue given the start to the season the Swans have had. Sam Mitchell isn't buying into the media beat-up about the Hawks being out of form, Fremantle head to the Gold Coast with Alex Pearce in toe. We wrap up the mid-season draft, and a SUN has found his way to the Thursday Great Man. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Wednesday the 28th of April with Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon. Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon are back for another big edition of AFL 360, the boys look into the Sam Mitchell press conference which raises questions after back to back losses. The boys also are joined by Bec ahead of another edition of the Bif Freeze. For more of the show tune in on Fox Footy & KAYO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PJ & Jared sit down with SiriusXM's Sam Mitchell to wrap up the third hour! The guys break down the Pacers vs Knicks series and what to expect moving forward! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 3 of YBYB PJ and Jared are joined by two guests, Joe Vardon & Sam Mitchell to discuss the NBA Playoffs! PJ and Jared then discuss some NFL News and Notes! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan is joined once again by Sam Mitchell for a spirit-lifting discussion if you are a Wolves fan. Dan and Gaardsy continue to talk about what they think is important heading into Game Two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan is joined once again by Sam Mitchell for a spirit-lifting discussion if you are a Wolves fan. Dan and Gaardsy continue to talk about what they think is important heading into Game Two.

Dan is joined once again by Sam Mitchell for a spirit-lifting discussion if you are a Wolves fan. Dan and Gaardsy continue to talk about what they think is important heading into Game Two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell joins Chad to talk hoops and explain why he believes the Wolves have a great chance to beat Oklahoma City in their series and get to the NBA Finals.

Chad opens the hour with two segments of Wolves talk with Sam Mitchell before diving into two legal topics in the news today with attorney Paul Applebaum.

Jeffrey Gibb Kennett AC (born 2 March 1948) is an Australian former politician who served as the 43rd Premier of Victoria between 1992 and 1999, Leader of the Victorian Liberal Party from 1982 to 1989 and from 1991 to 1999, and the Member for Burwood from 1976 to 1999. He is currently a media commentator. He was previously the president of the Hawthorn Football Club, from 2005 to 2011 and again from 2017 to 2022. He is the founding Chairman of beyondblue, a national mental health advocacy organisation. Early life The son of Kenneth Munro Gibb Kennett (1921–2007), and Wendy Anne Kennett (1925–2006; née Fanning), he was born in Melbourne on 2 March 1948. He attended Scotch College; and, although an unexceptional student academically, he did well in the school's Cadet Corps Unit. He also played football (on the wing) for the school.  His failure to rise above the middle band academically almost led him to quit school in Fourth Form (Year 10 – 1963), but he was persuaded to stay on. His Fifth and Sixth Forms were an improvement, but he was still described in school reports as "[a] confident and at times helpful boy. Sometimes irritates. Sometimes works hard" (1964), and "[a] keen, pleasant, though sometimes erratic boy" (1965). After leaving school, Kennett was persuaded by his father Ken to attend the Australian National University in Canberra, but lost interest and left after one year of an economics degree. He returned to Melbourne and found work in the advertising department of the retail giant Myer – kindling an interest for advertising that would one day earn him his living. Kennett's life in the regular workforce was cut short when, in 1968, he was conscripted into the Australian Army.[9] Kennett was selected for officer training and graduated third in his class from the Officer Training Unit, Scheyville (OTU), near Windsor, New South Wales, outside Sydney. He was posted to Malaysia and Singapore as Second Lieutenant, commander of 1st Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR). This military career (and his earlier experience in the Scotch College Cadet Corps) has been noted by many biographers as an essential formative influence on the adult Kennett's character. His sense and regard for hierarchical loyalty, punctuality, and general intolerance of dissent or disobedience may be traced to this period. Kennett returned to civilian life in 1970, reentering a divided Australian society, split by the Vietnam War, of which Kennett was a firm supporter. Having returned to Myer, Kennett became impatient with his work, and so with Ian Fegan and Eran Nicols, he formed his own advertising company (KNF) in June 1971. Thereafter, in December 1972, Kennett married Felicity Kellar, an old friend whom he had first met on a Number 69 tram on the long trips to school. Their first son was born in 1974, followed by a daughter and two more sons. Political career Kennett was elected as a Liberal Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Burwood in 1976, having had an interest in local politics since the early 1970s.[14] His preselection for the seat reportedly irritated then Premier Dick Hamer, who disliked Kennett's campaigning style, and had endorsed the sitting member, Haddon Storey. However, by 1981, Kennett was promoted to Cabinet as Minister for Housing and Minister of Immigration and Ethnic Affairs. He was one of several younger MPs whom Hamer promoted to Cabinet in a bid to renew his government. Kennett retained his post when Hamer was replaced as Liberal leader and Premier by Lindsay Thompson in June of that year. Following the defeat of the longstanding Liberal government in 1982, Kennett was the leading candidate to replace Thompson despite being the youngest member of the outgoing government. On 26 October, he was elected leader of the Liberal Party and hence Leader of the Opposition. He took an aggressive posture against the Cain government, and was often criticised for his "bull-in-a-china-shop" style and his anti-government rhetoric. Under his leadership, the Liberals were heavily defeated by Labor in 1985. Afterwards he faced a challenge to his leadership of the party from Ian Smith. Kennett survived easily, but increasingly, he was seen as an erratic and unapproachable leader. He faced two more challenges to his leadership in 1986 and 1987. In 1987, in one notable incident Kennett referred to the Federal Liberal leader John Howard as a 'cunt' in a mobile telephone conversation with Howard rival Andrew Peacock. The car-phone conversation damaged both Howard and Kennett politically, but aided Peacock in his push to return as Federal Liberal leader (1989). Toward the end of its second term the Cain government had lost support and the Liberals were expected to win the 1988 election. The Liberal vote indeed rebounded strongly – they won a majority of the two-party vote – however much of this margin was wasted on landslide majorities in their heartland. As a result, the Liberals took only one seat from Labor in the capital, and were left four seats short of a majority. Failing to become premier, Kennett was again criticised within his own party, and in 1989 he was deposed in favour of a little-known rural MLA, Alan Brown. Kennett's performance during his first stint as Liberal leader is a matter of debate. Economou sees his 1985 and 1988 election campaigns as weak, while Parkinson believes he was a significant asset in pushing the Labor government of John Cain in several key seats. First term as premier Kennett publicly pledged never to attempt a return to the Liberal leadership. However, when Brown proved unable to challenge the government effectively, he allowed his supporters to call a spill in 1991. Brown realised he didn't have enough support to keep his post and resigned, allowing Kennett to retake the leadership unopposed. With Victoria facing billions of dollars of debt, Kennett was seen as "Premier-in-waiting" from the moment he retook the leadership. Cain had resigned a year earlier in favour of Deputy Premier Joan Kirner, who was unable to regain the upper hand despite being personally more popular than Kennett. The Liberals' advantage was strengthened by an important decision taken during Brown's brief tenure as leader—negotiating a Coalition agreement with the National Party. The Liberals and Nationals have historically had a strained relationship in Victoria; they had sat separately for most of the second half of the 20th century. It had been believed that Kennett had been denied victory in 1988 due to a large number of three-cornered contests in rural seats. The Coalition went into the October 1992 state election as unbackable favourites, having been ahead in opinion polling by large margins for almost two years. They stoked the voters' anger with a series of "Guilty Party" ads, targeting many Labor ministers and highlighting concerns in their portfolios. In the second-largest defeat that a sitting government has ever suffered in Victoria, the Coalition scored a 19-seat swing, attaining a 16-seat majority in the Legislative Assembly. The Liberals won 52 seats, enough for a majority in their own right. Nevertheless, Kennett supported his coalition partner, retaining the Nationals in his cabinet. State school closures In the first three years of office, funding for public schools and the Department of Education was substantially reduced. 350 government schools were closed, including every Technical High School ("Tech") in Victoria, and 7,000 teaching jobs eliminated. The Tech School closures had a widespread, delayed effect two decades later when a skilled labour shortage in the state was declared by the government, attributable largely to the generation of children who were denied a trade-focused high school education, significantly reducing the number of school leavers commencing trade apprenticeships. The few who did so were insufficient to counterbalance the number of retiring tradespeople in the coming years. This directly resulted in the number of Skilled Migrant (subclass 190) visas being made available each year increasing to 190,000 from 2012 and an active campaign to entice migrants with trade qualifications to Victoria. Public transport Other controversial moves included the sacking of 16,000 public transport workers in a major technological upgrade of the system, and the initiation of a major scheme for privatisation of state-owned services, including the electricity (SECV) and gas (Gas and Fuel Corporation of Victoria) utilities, the ambulance service, as well as several prisons and other minor services. The sale of the Totalisator Agency Board raised $609 million. Between 1995 and 1998, $29 billion of state assets in gas and electricity alone were sold to private enterprise (for statistics, see Parkinson, Jeff, 1999) In the wake of these changes, investment and population growth slowly resumed, though unemployment was to remain above the national average for the duration of Kennett's premiership. While the benefits to the State budget figures were indisputable in the short term, the social and longer-term economic cost of the Kennett reforms have been questioned by many commentators, academics and those who suffered economically through the period of reform. This campaign of privatisations and cutbacks led to governmental acts of privatisation by splitting up Melbourne's rail (Hillside, Bayside, V/Line and West Coast Rail) and tramways (Yarra and Swanston) or budget-cutting becoming popularly known as being "Jeffed". He also cut back many regional rail services including The Vinelander (ran to Mildura, services later restored to Maryborough as a regular V/Line service in 2011) and services to Leongatha, Bairnsdale (returned in 2003), Dimboola (services later returned to Ararat in 2004). The largest public protest in Melbourne since the Vietnam War Moratorium occurred on 10 November 1992, with an estimated 100,000 people marching in opposition to the retrenchment of many workers and the large State budget cutbacks. Kennett was undeterred by this protest, and famously commented that though there were 100,000 outside his office at Parliament that day, there were 4.5 million who stayed at home or at work. High-profile capital works projects This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2025) (Learn how and when to remove this message) The Kennett government also embarked on a series of high-profile capital works projects, such as the restoration of Parliament House, construction of a new $250 million Melbourne Museum and IMAX theatre, and a new $130 million Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Other projects included a $160 million expansion of the National Gallery of Victoria; $100 million for refurbishment of the State Library of Victoria; $65 million for a new Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC); and $130 million for the construction of a new civic square on the site of the old Gas and Fuel Buildings, to be known as Federation Square. The relocation of the Formula 1 Grand Prix from Adelaide in 1993 was a particular coup for Kennett, who had worked hard with his friend Ron Walker, the Chairman of the Melbourne Major Events Company, helped deliver Melbourne the hosting rights for the event from Adelaide in 1993. The most controversial project of the Kennett era was the $1.85 billion Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, a gambling and entertainment centre on Melbourne's Southbank. Initial plans for a casino had been made under the Labor government, however the tendering process and construction occurred under Kennett. A$2 billion project to redevelop Melbourne's derelict Docklands area to include a new football stadium was also undertaken, in addition to the large CityLink project, a project resurrected from the 1969 Melbourne Transportation Plan, aimed at linking Melbourne's freeways, easing traffic problems in the inner city, and reducing commuting times from the outer suburbs to the CBD. Macedonian name dispute Kennett speaking at a event In the mid-1990s, Premier Kennett backed the Greek position over the Macedonian question in his attempts to shore up local electoral support. Kennett's stance gained him supporters from the Melburnian Greek community, whereas he was referred to as "Kennettopoulos" by the Macedonian community. At Kennett's insistence, his state government in 1994 issued its own directive that all its departments refer to the language as "Macedonian (Slavonic)" and to Macedonians as "Slav Macedonians". Reasons given for the decision were "to avoid confusion", be consistent with federal naming protocols toward Macedonians and repair relations between Macedonian and Greek communities. It was accepted that it would not impact the way Macedonians self identified themselves. The decision upset Macedonians, as they had to use the terms in deliberations with the government or its institutions related to education and public broadcasting. The Macedonian Community challenged the decision on the basis of the Race Discrimination Act. After years of litigation at the Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC), the Federal Court and High Court, previous judicial rulings were upheld that found Kennett's directive unlawful as it caused discrimination based on ethnic background and was struck down from usage in 2000. Second term as premier Kennett's personal popularity was mostly average to high through his first term, though that of the government as a whole went through peaks and troughs. Without a by-election in the previous four years, the 1996 state election shaped up as the first test of the 'Kennett Revolution' with the electorate. The Coalition was expected to win a second term at the 30 March election, albeit with a somewhat reduced majority. At the federal election held four weeks earlier, while Labor was heavily defeated, it actually picked up a swing in Victoria. However, to the surprise of most commentators, the Coalition only suffered a two-seat swing, allowing it to retain a comfortable 14-seat majority. The Coalition actually picked up modest swings in Melbourne's outer suburbs, which have traditionally decided most state elections. Several negative trends (for the Liberals) were obscured somewhat by the euphoria of victory. The government's sharp cuts to government services were particularly resented in country Victoria, where the Liberals and Nationals held almost all the seats. The loss of the Mildura seat to independent Russell Savage was an indication of this disaffection, and when in February 1997 independent Susan Davies was elected to the seat of Gippsland West, this trend seemed set to continue. However, the verdict of many was that the 'Kennett Revolution' was far from over – indeed it was seemingly set in stone with the opening of the Crown Casino in May 1997. Kennett's profile continued to grow as he became a major commentator on national issues, including urging the new government of John Howard to introduce tax reform, and actively opposing the rise of the One Nation Party of Pauline Hanson. In this last case, Kennett did not shy away from criticising the media, but also the decision of the Howard government to not actively oppose Hanson's agenda. Kennett was influential in Melbourne bidding for the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Three cities initially expressed interest in hosting the event; Melbourne, Wellington and Singapore. Singapore dropped out before its bid was officially selected by the Commonwealth Games Federation, leaving only two candidate cities. In the weeks prior to the announcement of the 2006 host, Wellington withdrew its bid, citing the costs involved with matching the bid plan presented by Melbourne, which became the default host without members of the Federation going to vote. The government lost ground over the next few years, with high-profile disagreements with the Director of Public Prosecutions Bernard Bongiorno, and Auditor-General Ches Baragwanath fuelling criticism of Kennett's governmental style. Kennett's perceived antipathy to Baragwanath led to 1997 legislation to restructure the office of the Auditor-General and set up Audit Victoria. While Kennett promised the independence of the office would be maintained, many saw his government's actions as an attempt to curb the Auditor-General's power to criticise government policy. Widespread community debate and substantial public dissent from Liberal MPs and Party members ensued, with MLA Roger Pescott resigning from Parliament at the height of the debate; citing his disagreement with this Bill and Kennett's style in general. The Liberal Party lost the by-election in Mitcham. Further scandals involving the handling of contracts for the state emergency services response system damaged the credibility of Kennett in 1997–1998, while rural dissent continued to grow. Personal difficulties also began to affect Kennett and his family. The strains of public life led to a trial separation between Felicity and Jeff in early 1998 (patched up by the end of the year), while earlier in Kennett's first term, public scrutiny had led to the forced sale of the KNF Advertising Company, despite all Kennett's involvement having been transferred to his wife's name. There were rumours in 1998 that Kennett might retire from politics; these were mostly centred around Phil Gude, his party deputy. These eventually came to nothing. In July 1998, Liberal MP Peter McLellan, Member for Frankston East, resigned from the party in protest over alleged corrupt Liberal Party Senate preselection, changes to WorkCover and the auditor-general's office. Again, Kennett failed to pick up the warning signs of declining support for his style of leadership. Labor leader John Brumby took care to capitalise on each of Kennett's mistakes over this period, though his absences in rural electorates were misunderstood by many Labor MPs, and led to his replacement by Steve Bracks in early 1999. Bracks, who came from Ballarat, was popular in rural areas and was seen as a fresh alternative to Brumby, who nevertheless remained a key figure in the shadow Cabinet. 1999 election loss Despite Bracks' appeal, Kennett entered the 1999 election campaign with a seemingly unassailable lead, and most commentators and opinion polls agreed that the Coalition would win a third term. However, in a shock result, the Coalition suffered a 13-seat swing to Labor. While there was only a modest swing in eastern Melbourne, which has historically decided elections in Victoria, the Coalition suffered significant losses in regional centres such as Ballarat and Bendigo. ABC elections analyst Antony Green later said that when he first saw the results coming in, it looked so unusual that he thought "something was wrong with the computer." Initial counting showed Labor on 41 seats and the Coalition on 43; a supplementary election had to be held in Frankston East following the death of sitting independent Peter McLellan. The balance of power rested with three independents-Russell Savage, Susan Davies and newly elected Craig Ingram. Negotiations began between the Coalition and the three independents. While Kennett acceded to all but two of their demands, his perceived poor treatment of Savage and Davies in the previous parliament meant that they would not even consider supporting a Coalition minority government headed by Kennett. On 18 October, two days after Labor won the supplementary election in Frankston East, the independents announced they would support a Labor minority government. The agreement entailed Labor signing a Charter of Good Government, pledging to restore services to rural areas, and promising parliamentary reforms. Kennett's supporters urged the Coalition to force a vote of 'no confidence' on the floor of the parliament in a last-ditch effort to force Savage, Davies and Ingram to support Kennett. However, with the Liberals divided on Kennett's future role, Kennett retired from all of his offices, saying he wished to have no further involvement in politics. Labor won the ensuing by-election in Burwood. Rumoured returns to politics Following the Liberals' second successive defeat in the 2002 election, rumours began that Kennett was planning a comeback to politics. The issue came to a head in May 2006 after the sudden resignation of Kennett's successor, Robert Doyle, when Kennett announced he would contemplate standing in a by-election for Doyle's old seat of Malvern and offering himself as party leader. His stance was supported by Prime Minister John Howard, who rated him as the party's best hope to win the November 2006 state election. But within 24 hours Kennett announced he would not return to Parliament rather than running against Ted Baillieu, whom Kennett had been grooming for the top post since 1999. John Howard was reported to have been "embarrassed" by having publicly supported Kennett before his decision not to re-enter politics. In 2008, it was rumoured that Kennett was planning to stand for Lord Mayor of Melbourne. Despite endorsing future Lord Mayor John So in the 2001 mayoral elections, Kennett was quoted as saying "I think the city is ready for a change". Kennett claimed he had been approached by "a range of interests" to run for the position, but in the end did not do so. Former Liberal leader Robert Doyle ultimately won the election. 2020: Indigenous voice to government On 15 January 2020, it was announced that Kennett would be one of the members of the National Co-design Group of the Indigenous voice to government. Life after politics Kennett at the 2018 VFL Grand Final In 2000, Kennett became the inaugural chairman of beyondblue (the National Depression Initiative), a body that was largely formed by the efforts of the Victorian State Government. On 24 June 2008, he announced that he would be stepping down from his role at beyondblue at the end of 2010. This did not happen. After 17 years as the chair of beyondblue, he stood down in 2017, handing the reins to former PM Julia Gillard. He stated "beyondblue is part of my DNA, outside my family, it has been my most important role. Kennett has previously served on the boards of Australian Seniors Finance, a reverse mortgage company, and SelecTV, which was a satellite television group. Kennett has said in an interview that he rarely thinks about the media or "bloody history", though he regrets the "disastrous" introduction of the Metcard ticketing system for trains and trams. Kennett angered gay rights groups in July 2008 when he supported the Bonnie Doon Football Club in their sacking of trainer Ken Campagnolo for being bisexual; and compared homosexuality to pedophilia. Anti-discrimination campaigner Gary Burns pursued an action in the NSW Administrative Decisions Tribunal against Kennett for making the following statement: "The club felt that once this had been pointed out and you had this gentleman there who was obviously close to young men – massaging young men – it ran an unnecessary risk, and that's why it decided it was best that he not perform those duties again. So the club was trying to do the right thing," The case was dropped due to Gary Burns' lack of funds to pursue the case. Hawthorn FC presidency On 14 December 2005, Kennett was made president of Hawthorn Football Club, taking over from Ian Dicker. Following the exit of the St Kilda Football Club from the Tasmanian AFL market in 2006, Kennett was president when the Hawthorn Football Club negotiated a five-year sponsorship deal with the Tasmanian state government. The sponsorship deal was worth an estimated $12 million for which the Tasmanian government bought naming rights to the club's guernsey, and the HFC committed to playing an agreed number of pre-season and four regular season "home games" at York Park.[56] Kennett was instrumental in Hawthorn's 2007 5-year business plan titled "five2fifty", the core idea being that in the next five years the club will target to win 2 premierships and have fifty thousand members. As part of the plan, the football club wants to be seen as the most professional club in the AFL, and places great emphasis on the welfare of the people associated with the club. Following Hawthorn's 2008 AFL Grand Final victory over Geelong, Kennett claimed that the Cats "lacked the mentality to defeat Hawthorn", this being in reference to the Cats' inability to counter-attack the running game of the Hawks in the aforementioned Grand Final. Kennett's comments led to the subsequent eleven-match losing streak for Hawthorn against Geelong becoming known as the "Kennett curse". He stepped down at the end of his second three-year term in 2011, he also changed the club's constitution so that presidents could only serve two 3-year terms. Second stint Kennett at an AFL Women's match in 2023 In what Fox Footy described as a "stunning return",[59] Kennett was announced as the president of the Hawthorn Football Club on 4 October 2017 following the sudden resignation of the incumbent president Richard Garvey. Garvey had taken criticism on the hiring and later sacking of club CEO Tracey Gaudry. Kennett subsequently appointed Justin Reeves as the club's new CEO. On 4 October 2017 he announced that he would serve the position for a full 3-year term. Soon after his re-appointment, Kennett and the club released a vision statement outlining the future of the club up to 2050. The first five-year strategic plan titled 'Dare to be Different' will drive the club's priorities from 2018 to 2022. Kennett said: "Hawthorn we aren't ones to sit back and wait, we work hard to achieve and deliver exciting results, on and off the field. Our vision for our strategic plan, "Dare to be Different", encapsulates this as we continue to strive for excellence. "We have set ourselves some ambitious targets but all are within our grasp if we continue to innovate, grow and forge new frontiers within the AFL industry." On 6 July 2021, Kennett and the Hawthorn board announced that they would not be renewing head coach Alastair Clarkson's contract following its expiry at the conclusion of the 2022 AFL Premiership season. It was announced that Box Hill Hawks and Hawthorn development coach, former player Sam Mitchell had been chosen by Kennett and the board to become the Hawthorn coach at the end of Clarkson's reign. Chairman of The Original Juice Company On 12 December 2022, The Original Juice Company announced that it would appoint Kennett as Chairman and Non-Executive Director. Honours In the Australia Day Honours of 2005, Kennett received Australia's then highest civilian honour, when he was made a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC). The honour was for "service to the Victorian Parliament and the introduction of initiatives for economic and social benefit, to business and commerce, and to the community in the development of the arts, sport and mental health awareness strategies." In May 2000, he was also awarded an honorary doctorate – DBus (Honoris Causa) – by the University of Ballarat. Media work For a brief period during 2002, Kennett was a radio presenter for Melbourne station 3AK, continuing an interest in mass communication which was also a feature of his premiership. Since 2010, Kennett has been a regular contributor to Neil Mitchell's 3AW radio program every Thursday, as a social commentator. On 28 March 2013 it was announced that Kennett had joined the Seven television network as national political commentator which will involve him appearing on breakfast show Sunrise every Tuesday and on Seven news as required. On 12 February 2017 Jeff Kennett engaged ex-Seven West Media employee on Twitter over leaked documents potentially breaching the company's own gag order on Amber Harrison.  

Subscribe to Hawks Insiders for the most in-depth and wide ranging Hawthorn cover there is. From exclusive interviews, analysis, match recaps, and podcasts, the Insiders have you covered.A tough contest in Larrakia country between the Hawks and the Suns saw the ‘home' team come away with an 8 point win in humid conditions at TIO Stadium.Danny and Nat looked at Thursday nights encounter, tried to break down the negatives and understand the plenty of positives that can be taken away from it.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the Wolves dispatching the Warriors and advancing to the Western Conference Finals for a second consecutive year before former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell joins for more discussion on the playoffs so far and what the next series could look like.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the Wolves dispatching the Warriors and advancing to the Western Conference Finals for a second consecutive year before former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell joins for more discussion on the playoffs so far and what the next series could look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the Wolves dispatching the Warriors and advancing to the Western Conference Finals for a second consecutive year before former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell joins for more discussion on the playoffs so far and what the next series could look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Bec jump in the studio to chat about the Hawthorn Centennial Match against Richmond, where past legends appeared to celebrate 100 years of the Hawthorn Football Club, and Sam Mitchell's men notched a 65-point win over the young Tigers. 

Sam Mitchell from IKNOWIT Trivia in Jacksonville, Florida joins us for his first attempt at finding questions about reality TV, sports, and Tom Hanks movies. This was a blast to record, and there's almost an hour of insider pub quiz business chat that you won't hear in this episode, but might show up as bonus content at some point. If you're in Jacksonville, consider yourself lucky to have Sam and his crew for your local pub quiz!Episode Links:What is there to eat in Jacksonville? A taco truck called Taqueria CincoFavorite Movie Soundtrack: AntzLast movie in a theater: Captain America: Brave New WorldLast thing you looked up online: How many Hotel Transylvania movies are there?Favorite TV Theme Song: Salute Your Shorts or Hey DudeCurrent Pop Culture: SeveranceFavorite Piece of Trivia: The number of words in the Gettysburg Address matches the number of stations on the London Underground (272)Where do you quiz: Runs IKNOWIT Trivia and plays OQLWe're definitely getting Sam back soon.As always, be sure to check the links here: https://linktr.ee/TriviaWorkshopNext up, we have Amy Ningen back again for Episode 83.

Former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell is back to talk Wolves after he accurately predicted that the Wolves would beat the Lakers. Sam was in rare form today with more great basketball discussion and what he thinks of the next series possibilities.

Former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell is back to talk Wolves after he accurately predicted that the Wolves would beat the Lakers. Sam was in rare form today with more great basketball discussion and what he thinks of the next series possibilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Wolves player and coach Sam Mitchell is back to talk Wolves after he accurately predicted that the Wolves would beat the Lakers. Sam was in rare form today with more great basketball discussion and what he thinks of the next series possibilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this heartfelt episode from the 2025 International Day of Calm Summit, we feature Sam Mitchell, a 21-year-old podcaster, entrepreneur, and autism advocate from Indiana. Diagnosed with autism at the age of four, Sam launched his podcast, Autism Rocks and Rolls, in 2019 to destigmatize autism and showcase the capabilities of individuals on the spectrum. His mission is clear: to prove that people with autism are not broken and do not need to be fixed.​In his presentation, “Success for All and How We Get There,” Sam shares his journey of resilience, growth, and the importance of authentic connections. Drawing from personal experiences and real-world insights, he offers strategies to help individuals unlock their full potential and embrace the opportunities that shape their future. Sam's work has led him to speak at various events across North America, and he serves as an ambassador for organizations like the Doug Flutie Foundation and the Make a Film Foundation.​Beyond podcasting, Sam is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, podcast coach, educational writer, blogger, and educator. He also trains businesses on employment and autism-related topics. His dedication has earned him recognition, including reaching the top 10 in the People's Choice Podcast Awards and placing second in Indiana's JAG Entrepreneurship project. Through his advocacy, Sam continues to change perceptions and highlight the capabilities of individuals on the spectrum.​Connect with Sam Mitchell:Website: autismrocksandrolls.comInstagram: @autismrocksandrollspodX (formerly Twitter): @SamMitc95075321LinkedIn: Sam Mitchell*******************************************************Are you ready to STOP YELLING AT YOUR CHILD in just 21 Days? Join my newest program at low introductory pricing... go to ⁠QUITYELLING.COM⁠1. Need more help? Let's grab some coffee or tea and talk. Go to TalkWithCelia.com and choose the time that works for you.2. Looking for a manual for parenting your child (now in English & Spanish)? It's finally here and you can grab your copy of my latest parenting & children's books today!3. Become a Member of my TRANQUILITY TRIBE and STOP YELLING Once & For All.4. Read my latest article to find out how to stop yelling... https://celiaArticle.com5. Looking to be part of a fun free and informative FB community (without all the bitching)?... join us in Pumped Up Parenting6. Love YouTube? Do you know there are lots of parenting videos, story time videos for you and your kids, as well as some great family workout videos? All on Pumped Up Parenting with Celia Kibler7. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok8. Join me on my newest platform PEANUT: Connecting women across fertility & motherhood9. Get my parenting worksheet and other resources at PumpedUpParenting.Etsy.com10. Join us on ⁠THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CALM⁠, watch the full replay on our YouTube Channel @DayofCalmTake the Pledge, Support our Mission of the Day of Calm Foundation to SOOTHE THE ANGER & RAGE AT THE HUMAN CORE as we work to end senseless violence against our kids.Support our school in Uganda, Share the Day, Attend a Calm Class or Parenting Class and feel great!

Dan is joined by former Timberwolves player and coach Sam Mitchell for an awesome preview of Wolves/Lakers: Sam thinks the Wolves are the better team and is expecting them to win the series, listen to find out why!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan is joined by former Timberwolves player and coach Sam Mitchell for an awesome preview of Wolves/Lakers: Sam thinks the Wolves are the better team and is expecting them to win the series, listen to find out why!

Dan is joined by former Timberwolves player and coach Sam Mitchell for an awesome preview of Wolves/Lakers: Sam thinks the Wolves are the better team and is expecting them to win the series, listen to find out why!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 2nd hour of today's show, the guys hit 4th and 1. We chat with Sam Mitchell of NBATV.

Dukes and Bell are joined by Sam Mitchell as they discuss the Hawks potential to win on Friday to secure the 8th seed and preview the NBA Playoffs.

When Willie Rioli sparked a melee at the end of a gripping clash between Port Adelaide and Hawthorn we assumed it was further evidence of feverish new rivalry. After a social media post from the forward detailing his "hatred" of the Hawks over historical matters, it was clear this was something else. We're unravelling this layered story. Featured: Aaron Bryans, commentator, ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Hey guys hey! In this episode of Adulting with Autism, I'm joined by the incredible Sam Mitchell—college student, public speaker, podcast host, and founder of the nonprofit Autism Rocks and Rolls Corporation. Sam's not just advocating for the autism community—he's changing the narrative entirely. We dive into Sam's journey from high school to college, how he built a nonprofit from scratch, what it's like navigating life on the autism spectrum, and how he's found confidence, purpose, and community by embracing exactly who he is.

The boys start with their 4 at 4 in 24 - news stories from the past 24 hours, including an alarming incident at the MCG last night. Chief puts James Brayshaw in the Slaughterhouse, then Browny shares an awkward interaction he had at the sauna. The boys have some hot tips for you, then Chief's Quiz pits listener Chris against 'Damo the King'. Howie's Hot Topics asks who is the best 400-gamer in footy, then Browny opens up the Huddle Health Hotline. Aussie cricket legend Aaron Finch calls in, Browny and Damo open up an investigation into Howie's nasty streak, and Chief had an interesting encounter at the supermarket. The boys move into footy mode with a look at Carlton's loss to Collingwood last night, and the fallout from Oscar Allen's meeting with Sam Mitchell. Damo is loving the Brian Taylor vs Fox Footy media war, and Zach Tuohy calls in ahead of being honoured at GMHBA stadium tonight. Browny lists his top 5 clutch performances, and Damo nominates his match of the round. Triple M's Friday Huddle is Mark Howard, Jason Dunstall, Nathan Brown, and Damian BarrettSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy has a new nickname for JB, and the All Sports Report starts with Oscar Allen's press conference apologising to his teammates and fans after his meeting with Sam Mitchell. Western Bulldog mature-age recruit Sam Davidson calls in to talk about his astonishing journey to the AFL, then Billy has a talkback topic that might be his worst ever... yet still somehow works. We relive Billy eating curried sausages at the Cremorne, and we've got an update on the Bulgarian soccer team that held a tribute for a dead teammate who wasn't actually dead. Billy's Idiot File is a monster, we're giving away an epic Gather Round prize, and Collingwood legend Peter Daicos calls in ahead of the Pies and Blues tonight. Finally, Billy has two jokes to finish the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the oldest rivalries in footy, but the team starts with Isaac's work with the elderly... and wonder if he does anything other than the Thursday Rub. Jay Z has an idea for a segment Isaac can run, then it's news time - as Oscar Allen holds a press conference to apologise for meeting with Sam Mitchell. The team wonder if it's all been a massive overreaction. Pressure is mounting on the Blues, then it's time for Kathy's Questions. Carlton assistant coach Jordan Russell joins the show, as does Collingwood high-flyer Jeremy Howe. Triple M Footy's Thursday Rub is Jack Heverin, Isaac Smith, Kate McCarthy and Jay ClarkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy drops one to start the show, then gets on with the All Sports Report, before JB pays tribute to Hollywood star Val Kilmer. Carlton's Blake Acres phones in as he prepares to take on Collingwood tomorrow night, then the Hump Day Quiz features Rob vs Rob... Geelong is sending its legends on a lap of honour on Friday night, we're giving away an epic Gather Round prize, and Billy has some news you've missed - including an NHL superstar closing in on an all-time record. Ryan Daniels has all the footy news from the west, as Oscar Allen is in hot water for meeting with Sam Mitchell. Geelong's Gryan Miers calls in ahead of the Cats' clash with Melbourne on Friday, and Billy has a fruity joke about his dog... not Rover.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nat Edwards, Damian Barrett, Josh Gabelich and Sarah bring you the AFL Daily Round Table in 2025. Start your humpday hearing about the latest news in the world of footy plus light-hearted banter and crazy takes on pop-culture, sport and entertainment. A son of a Bulldogs gun should be considered an all-time great Should Oscar Allen relinquish the captaincy after meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell? Are the Gold Coast SUNS the real deal or have we seen this story before? What does the future look like in a coaching sense for Bevo? An in-depth look at the history of the Collingwood v Carlton rivalry ahead of Thursday night Favourite segments: Get it off your chest, Fact or Furphy, Sarah’s Go with your Gut, Damo's Vault Subscribe to AFL Daily wherever you get your podcasts to never miss a moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this heartfelt episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we welcome a remarkable guest who is breaking barriers and reshaping the narrative around autism. Sam Mitchell, a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, writer, and host of Autism Rocks and Rolls, joins us to share his inspiring journey of living with autism. His story is not just one of resilience but also of empowerment, self-acceptance, and advocacy.Episode Highlights:Sam Mitchell shares his journey of living with autism.What autism is and how it affects daily life.Challenges and obstacles Sam has overcome.How to embrace and love yourself, no matter what.Autism Rocks and Rolls: The mission behind Sam's podcast and corporation.How families and friends can support their autistic loved ones.Steps to creating a more inclusive and accepting society.Connect with Sam Mitchell:Website: autismrocksandrolls.comPodcast: Autism Rocks and RollsPlease tune into this enlightening episode as Sam Mitchell shares his story and insights on autism. His message is one of empowerment, acceptance, and breaking the stigma surrounding autism. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review!Listen now on your favourite podcast platform!CONFESSIONS is now available: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/confessions-book/Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Kindly subscribe on any platform. Please do not forget to leave a review and rating.Let us stay connected: ⁠https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast⁠ More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: ⁠https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/⁠⁠Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions and comments matter to us. Share them here: ⁠https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/⁠Invest in us by becoming a Patreon. Please support us by subscribing to one or more of the offerings that we have available at ⁠http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk⁠ All proceeds will improve the quality of our work and outreach. To serve you better. 

Damian Barrett and Sarah Olle bring you the latest footy news on AFL Daily. Do the players need to show a greater duty of care to one another? Even more than they already do out on the field? The Demons have preached love all summer as the clubs new buzzword, but right now it's not showing in their games. Hawthorn have reportedly gone to WA and had another crack at a senior Eagles player, is this going to be common practice under Sam Mitchell? Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NBA player and coach Sam Mitchell joins All Access to talk about his long basketball playing career and how he landed his first head coaching job. Mitchell also shares what he remembers about playing with Kevin Garnett during his rookie season with the Timberwolves and the state of the NBA today. Mitchell will be joined by Timberwolves alum Christian Laettner Friday, Feb. 28 from 5 to 6 p.m. to sign autographs and take photos with fans ahead of the Wolves game at Wells Fargo Arena.

Former NBA player and coach Sam Mitchell joins All Access to talk about his long basketball playing career and how he landed his first head coaching job. Mitchell also shares what he remembers about playing with Kevin Garnett during his rookie season with the Timberwolves and the state of the NBA today. Mitchell will be joined by Timberwolves alum Christian Laettner Friday, Feb. 28 from 5 to 6 p.m. to sign autographs and take photos with fans ahead of the Wolves game at Wells Fargo Arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices