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Guest host and spy thriller writer Stephen England sits down with James Stejskal, a former US Army Special Forces soldier, CIA officer, historian, and author. They discuss Stejskal's journey from special operations and intelligence work to writing both fiction and nonfiction. The conversation focuses on Mission Iran, his latest book, which uncovers Special Forces Detachment A's covert role in Operation Eagle Claw, the 1980 mission to rescue American hostages in Tehran. Stejskal shares firsthand insights into the mission, the dynamics between Special Forces, the CIA, and the State Department, and how his experience in the field shaped his writing. They also explore his Snake Eater Chronicles thrillers, his research into Cold War Berlin, and his upcoming novel, The Rat Catcher of Berlin. Along the way, Stejskal reflects on the reality of intelligence operations, the challenges of writing both history and fiction, and the enduring influence of special operations forces in modern conflicts. Don't miss this deep dive into espionage history, real-world spycraft, and how it translates into gripping storytelling. Connect with James on his website: https://jamesstejskal.wordpress.com/ Follow James on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/James-Stejskal-Writer/100063534272964/ Find Mission Iran and James' other books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/James-Stejskal/author/B00NXOQG4Y More about Stephen England: https://www.stephenenglandbooks.com/ Follow Stephen on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenengland.bsky.social Follow Stephen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephenenglandauthor Support Secrets and Spies Become a “Friend of the Podcast” on Patreon for £3/$4: www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies Buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996 Subscribe to our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com Connect with us on social media Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/secretsandspies.bsky.social Instagram: https://instagram.com/secretsandspies Facebook: https://facebook.com/secretsandspies Spoutible: https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies Follow Chris and Matt on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fultonmatt.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/chriscarrfilm.bsky.social Secrets and Spies is produced by F & P LTD. Music by Andrew R. Bird Secrets and Spies sits at the intersection of intelligence, covert action, real-world espionage, and broader geopolitics in a way that is digestible but serious. Each episode unpacks global events through the lens of intelligence and geopolitics, featuring expert insights from former spies, authors, and analysts.

Genesis Energy has confirmed it will spend $64 million on taking a majority stake in ChargeNet - the nation's leading EV public charging network. Under terms of the agreement, Genesis will acquire a 65 percent stake in ChargeNet, which was founded in 2015 by tech entrepreneurs Steve and Dianna West. Genesis chief retail officer Stephen England-Hall says decarbonising New Zealand's transport output is critical to the country's future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Genesis Energy has confirmed it will spend $64 million on taking a majority stake in ChargeNet - the nation's leading EV public charging network. Under terms of the agreement, Genesis will acquire a 65 percent stake in ChargeNet, which was founded in 2015 by tech entrepreneurs Steve and Dianna West. Genesis chief retail officer Stephen England-Hall says decarbonising New Zealand's transport output is critical to the country's future. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electricity prices are continuing to bite as kiwis deal with a scorcher of a summer.  Genesis Energy is raising its prices for the second time in the span of eight months, increasing rates for 11% of their customers.  Inflation is being blamed.  Genesis' Chief Retail Officer Stephen England-Hall told Tim Dower that the cost of energy is growing with demand, as kiwis seek to decarbonize their lives and increase their electricity usage as a result.  He said that they're trying to be as fair and reasonable as they can, as they're very conscious of the cost-of-living crisis.   LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a guest host for today's show, a first for the podcast. Indie thriller author Stephen England talks with the spy novelist and screenwriter Michael Frost Beckner about his “Spy Game” trilogy, which was adapted into the 2001 film starring Robert Redford and Brad Pitt. He joins Stephen for a deep-dive into the trilogy, his broader career as a writer, and drops some details on books still to come. Michael Frost Beckner's website: https://www.michaelfrostbeckner.com/. Stephen England's website: https://www.stephenenglandbooks.com/ If you enjoyed the podcast please support the show and get access to our new Patreon-only show, "Extra Shot." Go to the Secrets & Spies Patreon page and subscribe there to get access: www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies Check out Chris's short spy film “THE DRY CLEANER” which is now available to buy on Apple TV & Amazon Prime. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/j_KFTJenrz4 For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com/  Support Secrets and Spies:    * Subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg * Become a “Friend of the podcast”  on Patreon for £3 www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies * You can buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996?asc=u Connect with us on social media.  BLUE SKY https://bsky.app/profile/secretsandspies.bsky.social TWITTER twitter.com/SecretsAndSpies FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/secretsandspies INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/secretsandspies/ SPOUTIBLE   https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies

On today's episode, Matt welcomes back his friend and fellow indie spy writer, Stephen England, to discuss his new novel, “Soon Dies the Day.” They take a deep-dive into the book's development and unpack some of its more timely geopolitics themes, including the German far-right and infighting in Russian security services. If you're a fan of realistic, thoroughly researched spy thrillers, this is a conversation for you. Stephen's website: https://www.stephenenglandbooks.com Get Soon Dies the Day on Amazon: https://a.co/d/1p1O8AO Find out more about Matt and his book “Active Measures” https://mattfulton.net/ --- Alphabet Boys Podcast --- Alphabet Boys reveals the secret investigations of the FBI, DEA, ATF, and other alphabet agencies. Hosted by journalist Trevor Aaronson, Alphabet Boys exposes secret undercover recordings that the government never wanted the public to hear. We explore dangerous and absurd cases to ask this question: Are America's top cops catching criminals or creating them? Find out more here: https://link.chtbl.com/secretsandspies --- Extra Shot --- Don't miss out on our new show, "Extra Shot," available exclusively on the Secrets & Spies Patreon page. Subscribe now to access this thrilling content and delve deeper into the world of espionage and intrigue. www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com/  ---Connect with us on social media --- TWITTER twitter.com/SecretsAndSpies FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/secretsandspies INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/secretsandspies/ SPOUTIBLE   https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies Support Secrets and Spies:    * Subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg * Become a “Friend of the podcast”  on Patreon for £3 www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies * You can buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996?asc=u Check out Chris's short spy film “THE DRY CLEANER” which is now available to buy on Apple TV & Amazon Prime.  Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/j_KFTJenrz4 Secrets and Spies is part of the Spy Podcast Network. Check out our other excellent spy-related podcasts here: https://www.spypodcasts.com/ 

Stephen England is the author of the bestselling Shadow Warriors and Lion of God thrillers, including Amazon #1 Bestselling Political Thriller, Pandora's Grave, and its long-awaited sequels, Day of Reckoning, Embrace the Fire, Presence of Mine Enemies, and Soon Dies the Day, forming a series hailed as "the perfect spy thrillers for our time--chaotic, cynical, with only a few good men keeping the barbarians from the gate." Drawing upon more than a decade and a half of research into Islam, the Middle East, and espionage and counterterrorism operations, England's work has drawn praise for breathing new life into the genre with the hard-edged, unsparing realism of his portrayal of the war on terror, the people who wage it, and the moral and psychological costs exacted of those who take the war to the enemy where he lives. "Soldiers without uniforms. Fighting a war without end. Shadow warriors. . ." Follow Stephan at the links below: FB: ⁠Stephen England Author Twitter: Stephen M England Follow for more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffclarkofficial.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or... IG ⁠@⁠⁠officialJSClark⁠⁠ ⁠ FB ⁠⁠⁠@officialJSClark⁠⁠⁠ Twitter ⁠⁠⁠@officialJSClark⁠⁠⁠ Full Episodes at: YouTube.com ⁠@jeffclarkofficial⁠ ApplePodcasts.com/CourseofAction Spotify.com

Author Stephen England finds himself embedded deep in Communist-controlled East Berlin, and has asked his handler to leave him 5 of his favorite spy books at the Dead Drop location in Friedrichshain Park. Join us on the Spy Book Podcast, Spybrary, and discover the thrilling world of spy novels in our exclusive series, 'Dead Drop 5'. Spy Books and Dead Drops...what is this series exactly? This riveting series is a crowd favorite, but be warned, your bank balance may take a hit based on these spy book recommendations. In these episodes, our brave podcast uests are dispatched on a clandestine mission behind the Iron Curtain, where danger lurks at every shadowy corner. But fear not, they won't embark on this perilous journey unequipped. Our intrepid agents can request five spy novels to be stashed in the East Berlin dead drop. But that's not all. Beyond these spy books, our guests are granted a selection of diverse items, each carefully curated to make their stay in East Berlin more manageable, perhaps even a touch more comfortable. Join host Shane Whaley as he interviews author Stephen England about his upcoming mission to East Berlin and the five books he would like to take. They discuss the importance of well-written prose in spy novels and Stephen's book choices, including "Private Wars" by Greg Rucka and "The Agent Runner" by Simon Conway. Get ready to dive into 'Dead Drop 5', only on Spybrary, but be warned, this series could seriously damage your bank account! Stephen England's 5 Spy Books You Need to Read for a Thrilling Adventure   Are you a fan of spy novels that transport you to different times and places? Do you appreciate well-written prose that captures the madness of the spy business? Look no further than these five spy book recommendations from author Stephen England. First on the list is Private Wars by Greg Rucka, a novel set in Central Asia with skillfully crafted prose. Next is The Agent Runner by Simon Conway, a masterful portrayal of the dirty bomb plot and the madness of the spy business. Stephen also recommends Appointment in Tehran by James Stejskal for its gripping plot and characters. Pick up Night Heron by Adam Brookes for a gritty look at espionage. This novel is praised for its realistic portrayal of China and its compelling characters. Finally, Security Detail by Matt Cricchio offers a nuanced exploration of the conflict in Afghanistan and the people caught up in it. Whether you're a fan of modern world terror novels or prefer a cold war spy historical setting, these spy novels are sure to provide a thrilling adventure. So grab a copy and prepare to be transported to the murky world of intelligence, espionage and skullduggery! Links and Resources Mentioned on this episode with Andy Onyx on the Spybrary Spy Podcast Stephen England Author Website The Spybrary Online Community - by spy book fans for spy fans.

On this episode, Matt sits down with his friend and fellow indie spy writer Stephen England. They talk about Stephen's decade-long career as a novelist, the history and development of his 'Shadow Warriors' series, their inspirations, and the ethics of writing in the spy genre For more information about Stephen and his books, check out his Amazon page: shorturl.at/elFI0 For more information about the podcast, check out our website: https://secretsandspiespodcast.com/  Connect with us on social media  TWITTER twitter.com/SecretsAndSpies FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/secretsandspies INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/secretsandspies/ SPOUTIBLE   https://spoutible.com/SecretsAndSpies Support Secrets and Spies:    * Subscribe to our Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDVB23lrHr3KFeXq4VU36dg * Become a “Friend of the podcast”  on Patreon for £3 www.patreon.com/SecretsAndSpies * You can buy merchandise from our shop: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/60934996?asc=u Find out more about Matt and his book “Active Measures”  https://mattfulton.net/ Check out Chris's short spy film “THE DRY CLEANER” which is now available to buy on Apple TV & Amazon Prime.  Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/j_KFTJenrz4 Secrets and Spies is part of the Spy Podcast Network. Check out our other excellent spy-related podcasts here: https://www.spypodcasts.com/ 

The Government's tourism innovation fund is now open for bids. There's $54 million up for grabs, but a few hoops to jump through. CEO of Real New Zealand, Stephen England-Hall, joined Tim Dower. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government's tourism innovation fund is now open for bids. There's $54 million up for grabs, but a few hoops to jump through. CEO of Real New Zealand, Stephen England-Hall, joined Tim Dower. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tourism leader says things are looking up for the sector, after years of travel restrictions. Tourism Minister Stuart Nash has unveiled a new plan to strengthen the tourism and hospitality workforce for the upcoming tourism boom. It includes measures to improve training and working conditions. Real NZ CEO Stephen England-Hall told Mike Hosking the sector is now in a good position to restart. He says while it will take a while to get back to pre-pandemic levels of travel, the future is certainly certainly brighter than the last couple of years. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tourism leader says things are looking up for the sector, after years of travel restrictions. Tourism Minister Stuart Nash has unveiled a new plan to strengthen the tourism and hospitality workforce for the upcoming tourism boom. It includes measures to improve training and working conditions. Real NZ CEO Stephen England-Hall told Mike Hosking the sector is now in a good position to restart. He says while it will take a while to get back to pre-pandemic levels of travel, the future is certainly certainly brighter than the last couple of years. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regenerative tourism is the key message from the Prime Minister's speech at a tourism meeting in Sydney.Jacinda Ardern says she wants tourists who come down here to feel good about themselves when it comes to climate change.But just what does the Prime Minister mean when it comes to regenerative tourism?RealNZ CEO Stephen England-Hall joined Heather du Plessis-Allan.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are high hopes for the tourism sector ahead of looser border settings.Our newsroom understands the Prime Minister will announce today an acceleration in opening the country up to all-comers.It had been set for October, but that could now happen in July.RealNZ Chief Executive Stephen England-Hall told Mike Hosking he's optimistic but there will be challenges.He says the growth will largely be dependent on businesses' ability to keep up with demand.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are high hopes for the tourism sector ahead of looser border settings.Our newsroom understands the Prime Minister will announce today an acceleration in opening the country up to all-comers.It had been set for October, but that could now happen in July.RealNZ Chief Executive Stephen England-Hall told Mike Hosking he's optimistic but there will be challenges.He says the growth will largely be dependent on businesses' ability to keep up with demand.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 3PM Sunday, most running the 125th Boston Marathon were getting ready for a carb-loading dinner and sorting through their pre-race anxiety and rituals. Stephen England, a type one diabetic, had far bigger aspirations in mind, and had just set out to run 100 miles to commemorate the development of insulin 100 years ago! (Hello, Quad Boston!) Stephen is an accomplished distance runner, having completed the Western States 100, Tor des Géants, and the Cocodona 250, but what would make this infinitely more challenging; he would have to run 4xBoston unsupported—with no crew and no aid stations open except for during the 4th marathon. We discuss: highs & lows, funny moments, unexpected meetups with cyclists riding the course through the night, run-ins with Boston's finest using a vending machine at 2am, a late night pizza and snacks delivery from friend Mike Saleh, who also ran Boston in morning, meeting another Quad runner, Henry Ward, on his 5th in a row, fueling at CVS and Dunkin Donuts, and sharing miles with two women (one 14-weeks postpartum) and NYC friend and Sherpa, Terrence, on the final leg of the hugely INSPIRING Quad Journey. We closed the convo on 'what is you why?' It's powerful stuff. Stephen's why: To inspire and empower Type 1's that there are no limits. What an accomplishment! Give Stephen a follow for more INSPO and look for him pacing the 3:30 group at the 50th NYC Marathon. I hope you all enjoy this convo as much as we did! If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world to me if you would rate the podcast or write a review and share feedback wherever you get your podcast groove on. Connect With Stephen: Instagram: @rundiabetes Connect With Ron: Personal Instagram: @ronrunsnyc Podcast Instagram: @runchats_with_ronrunsnyc Facebook: https://fb.me/runchats Website: https://ronrunsnyc.com ---- Produced by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com Social: @_margittai © 2021 Ron Romano

Tourism Minister Stuart Nash is considering raising the levy overseas tourists pay to enter the country, and says he wants tourists to be spending about $300 a day.Earlier today, Nash outlined his vision for the future of the industry including how to make tourism more sustainable.He also wants to make sure New Zealanders don't have to pick up the cost of hosting international visitors, which could mean differential prices at some tourist spots.Nash told RNZ the $35 levy foreign tourists paid would have to rise, but he would not be drawn on how big an increase he was considering.He also said people who visited New Zealand and bought vans which were not self-contained and spent as little as $10 a day were "not really the sort of tourists we want"."Now it doesn't mean that we're going to close the borders of course, for those who spend $10 a day ... but those who will be targeted will be those who spend money in our communities, and what we call high value tourists," he said."There is a difference between high value and wealthy, of course. Some people for whom New Zealand is a dream destination that saved up for this their whole life, they're coming over here to have a wonderful experience and we will deliver on it. So please don't confuse high value with high net worth or high wealth."A protest had been planned for Stuart Nash's tourism event today, but the rally was cancelled in response to the prospect of a transtasman bubble starting in April. Photo / James AllanNash said the $300 estimate included accommodation. "You know, what I'm talking about is people who are coming into our communities, spending money, enjoying themselves, adding value."He said he had been told by airlines people who spent as little as $10 a day were unlikely to visit New Zealand in the near future anyway as air travel would be too expensive.Big talk, but businesses want actionQueenstown businesses said Nash's new vision was a promising game plan, but they wanted to see action.Nash, speaking at a tourism policy school in Queenstown today, said his plans included a shake up of pricing for visitors that could see fees added to national parks, and flagged work on a nationwide bed tax.He was clear - business as usual was not an option for the tourism industry.His vision set out four main areas to tackle - he wanted to see tourism become more sustainable, ensure Aotearoa was at the top of the world's most aspirational destinations, for New Zealanders not to pick up the tab of hosting visitors and to have more partnership between the Government and the industry.Nash has raised similar points before, but the details include the potential for Australians to pay the $35 tourist tax and adding fees to national parks for international visitors.He also flagged that work was under way on a nationwide bed tax, which he said Queenstown had shown an appetite for."I am doing some work on this, but not just for Queenstown... nationwide. We're trying to find a way that would make it easier for councils to make their own determination around whether they wanted to do this or not."But we wouldn't introduce the bed tax ourselves."Nash floats different pricing for locals vs touristsNash was also interested in attractions offering different prices for locals."A number of us have travelled internationally and we all know that most countries actually have an oversea's visitor differential and a local differential. There are some places here that do," Nash said."But I would like to see more of that because... I think we really under-value what we have in this country and we do so at our own peril."Aotearoa could be smarter about targeting international tourists while at the same time ensuring New Zealanders were not deterred from attractions, he said.iFly Indoor Skydiving Queenstown managing director Matt Wong said he was not on board with differential pricing."I think it would be extremely negative. I think it would be seen as favouritism for do...

Today we decode a brush pass transmission, a spy book review of Simon Conway's The Agent Runner. Author and Spy Book fan, Stephen England gives us his brush pass spy book review of The Agent Runner by Simon Conway

Stephen England is a certified running coach and ambassador for Team Novo Nordisk. Their mission is to inspire, educate and empower people affected by diabetes. At age 14, Stephen suddenly became very ill, losing his appetite, weight and all of his energy. He went to the hospital where he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He was told that his running would have to be limited and diabetes was incurable. Many years later he's now completed dozens of marathons (2:45 PB), ten 100 mile ultramarathons and the inaugural Tahoe 200. He is a well regarded pacer for the New York City Marathon and member of the NYC running community. In this episode we discuss (apologies for some choppy audio during the first 8 minutes): -What it's like right now living and running in NYC -His early running days growing up in England -The backstory of his diagnosis and how he manages running with type 1 diabetes -Running 2:45 for a marathon while also training for ultras -Completing the Tahoe 200 and what drives him -His fairly recent transition to vegetarianism Follow Stephen's worldwide running exploration and racing on Instagram @rundiabetes. Producer: Andre Laboy Song: Breakadawn, by Mike Quinn

How do you overcome the inevitable challenges and ‘win the ugly’ moments when training and competing in Marathon events with a full-time role and young child?   Hello and Welcome to DSF Coaching Conversations Episode 011 with Marcus Brown – a father, a runner and trying to be his best self.   If you enjoy this episode, you can check out previous episodes with Stephen England and Tom Dent   In this episode we discuss: ➡️What happens to your mindset when you aim for a goal that is a stretch compared to where you are currently at? ➡️How to prepare as best you can mentally for a marathon, so when the challenging moments arrive you know how to best overcome them ➡️How important your training is to build that mental resilience, and how to come to accept that you won’t enjoy it all and it won’t be perfect   Please subscribe on Apple podcasts and follow on Spotify, and leave a review so we can continue to grow the podcast   Marcus can be followed at marathonmarcus.com and on Instagram (@themarathonmarcus)   www.dsfcoaching.com Twitter (@DuncanFoster26) Instagram (@dsfcoaching) LinkedIn (Duncan Foster)

DSF Coaching Conversations Episode 005 is with Jon Alty who is a Physiotherapist working with England U21s. Jon was a part of the support staff as the England U20s won the World Cup in 2017 and has now moved up with the group.  If you enjoy this episode check out the episodes with Forrest Lasso and Stephen England.  

In Episode 003, I speak to Stephen England who is an ultra runner living with Type 1 Diabetes. Stephen is a part of Team Novo Nordisk and Team Type 1, as he pushes his limits and shows others with Type 1 #whatspossible.  ⁣⁣

Welcome to DSF Coaching Conversations!! I wanted to start this series with a personal introduction, really getting to know me and the company on an intimate level. And so therefore I’ve invited my father, Stuart, who is also a coach and mentor, to help me do this. If you enjoy this episode you will want to check out these episodes with Matheus Bachi and Stephen England.  

This week we're talking The Boston Marathon with the Team Type 1 Runners Benny Madrigal, Stephen England, Luis Elizalde, and Casey Schwenk.  All of these incredible Type 1 runners are racing the 2018 Boston Marathon.  It was awesome getting the opportunity to catch up with these guys right before the race, and get the inside scoop on how they have been preparing and their strategies for tackling the world's most famous running event.  One of the goals of Team Type 1 is to inspire others, and these 4 are leading the way.   Follow the Team Type 1 Runners during the race at: http://www.baa.org  or on the Boston Marathon Official App at: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/b-a-a-marathon/id632231181?mt=8 or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mylaps.eventapp.baaseries&hl=en Bib numbers- Benny- 603 Stephen- 1779 Luis- 1558 Casey- 4896 Follow Team Type 1 at: https://www.instagram.com/teamtype1 Follow The Type One Run Podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/typeonerunpodcast https://www.facebook.com/diabeticrunningpodcast typeonerun.org/podcast

In this week's episode I speak with the Team Novo Nordisk Ambassador and Ultra runner Stephen England.  If you're a T1 and like to run you'll love hearing Stephen and I talk about how he manages T1 while running 50, 100, and even 200 miles at a time.  Follow Stephen at: https://www.instagram.com/rundiabetes   https://twitter.com/rundiabetes   Follow The DRP at: https://www.instagram.com/diabeticrunningpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/diabeticrunningpodcast diabeticrunningpodcast.com