Podcast appearances and mentions of Stephen Mills

In this episode, we have a conversation with Stephen Mills, author of Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood and actor, producer and director Anthony Edwards who some will remember as Goose from the movie Top Gun or Dr. Greene from the television show ER. We are grateful for the authenticity and courage of these men as they share their experiences of sexual abuse as boys. Please join us as we discuss the long term impact of childhood sexual abuse, institutional coverups and the unwillingness of "bystanders" to take a stand.

If you know - or are the parent or caregiver of a young woman - and you want to help expose them to a world of opportunities, then tune in to hear our latest conversation with one of the top representatives from the Girl Scouts of Connecticut. They've got a free and fun educational event coming up soon in New Haven, so we'll tell you all about it, and why 2025 might be the year to consider getting a young person you know involved with the Girl Scouts of CT. Then - in a special extended segment - we'll be turning to the difficult subject or childhood abuse by previewing an upcoming session of Newtown Talks - an engaging and enlightening series at Edmond Town Hall. On January 16, actor and survivor Anthony Edwards, and author Steven Mills will be on stage discussing this topic - and we'll bring you a preview of that event by welcoming them both to help break down the paralyzing stigmas around reaching out for help.

The Lange-Douglas relationship frays further as the prime minister unilaterally pulls the pin on a flat tax package signed off by cabinet. A furious Douglas flies back from Europe, but the split only deepens, as Lange declares it's time for radical reforms to pause and calls for a “cup of tea” and the two Beehive offices go to war, with Douglas loyalists putting the blame on Lange's lover, Margaret Pope. Something has to give, and soon it does. New and exclusive interviews with Roger Douglas, Stephen Mills, Richard Prebble, Geoffrey Palmer, Hekia Parata, Gary McCormick and Margaret Wilson. Click here for full details of archive material used in this series Juggernaut was made with the support of NZ On Air.

Victory for Lange in 1984 comes with a cluster of crises – economic and constitutional. In a pair of spellbinding TV interviews, the bellicose outgoing PM Rob Muldoon refuses to devalue and Lange responds, enraged. The deputy PM, Jim McLay, summons senior ministers, who plot a high-wire response. Out of the maelstrom, Roger Douglas launches a revolution, to transform New Zealand's creaking economy from the developed world's most regulated to its most market embracing. Including new and exclusive interviews with Jim McLay, Richard Harman, Roger Douglas, Richard Prebble, Stephen Mills, Hekia Parata and Margaret Wilson. Click here for full details of archive material used in this series Juggernaut was made with the support of NZ On Air.

Stephen Mills shares his story of sexual abuse and reminds us of our still-unfulfilled obligations of protection and justice. Stephen Mills is the author of Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood, a winner of the National Jewish Book Award. He's also the co-author of Next of Kin: My Conversations with Chimpanzees, a Los Angeles Times Best Book of the Year. Since 1982 he has advised and written for an array of public interest organizations in the fields of human rights and environmental protection. Stephen is honored to serve as an Ambassador for CHILD USA, the leading nonprofit think tank fighting for the civil rights of children. He lives in California with his wife, Susan.

Winner of the 2022 National Jewish Book Award, author Stephen Mills and I discuss his book, "The Chosen - A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood" after touching on Vladimir Nabokov's "Lolita". We talk about how Nabokov's writing should be read by all adults and transition to sharing personal testimonies of sexual abuse in this highly emotional episode. The Chosen:https://www.amazon.com/Chosen-Memoir-Boyhood-Stephen-Mills/dp/1250871158/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Lolita: https://www.amazon.com/Lolita-Vladimir-Nabokov/dp/0679723161/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AYQ6OPPR3UFI&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2CCcG1f0_DD-mEoKWzwUqjyYaAWJvMref4f5phcPI-VVPYsmbsYR_o5M9WVkCgPHS2Y0Wb-XO8nfeD4aA2YFwttd3Lf9OSNEAzoyXliJYi96VnMJqTxlE4d2i2hNARbIgnC1X_sDvgZzWtSnpTae1MnZEoEm-UKCN-kPXP2K4sjaVtTe-VSqW7NwdR5eoUy22au-Zc-N5513AqgR-4NRfYcWRUdqMjuvcp2Xj9dsBPg._caEWI-6oSstuKkmFXwRt3h_bE-iR2yj63yfHFhEyL4&dib_tag=se&keywords=lolita+vladimir+nabokov&qid=1712029339&s=books&sprefix=lolita+%2Cstripbooks%2C187&sr=1-1

In part 2 of their conversation, Sarah and friend and fellow survivor Stephen Mills talk about the importance of paying attention to your dreams, why Stephen called the day his book came out “Liberation Day,” and how cathartic it is to know that after half a decade he will finally have his day in court and face his perpetrator as plaintiff and defendant.

Sarah Klein sits down for a crucial conversation about accountability, healing, and the urgent need to confront institutional failures with friend, attorney and fellow survivor, Stephen Mills, author of the deeply moving memoir, Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood.  

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of child sex abuse. Listener discretion is advised.We finish our conversation with author and advocate Stephen Mills. Stephen talks about the path of self destruction he took in his twenties as he tried to run away from the demons of his past. He tells us why after many decades he finally decided to write his memoir “Chosen”. We talk about how important it is to keep finding our voices as victims and speaking out as much as possible to lift the taboo and silence on abuse. If you or someone you know is being abused please reach out to RAINNhttps://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotlineOr Darkness to Lighthttps://www.d2l.orgYou can get Stephen's book here:https://amzn.to/3mpjz9chttps://stephenmillsauthor.comWant to help fight Child Sex Abuse, Trafficking, and the statute of limitations, then please check out the Child USA, an organization Stephen is involved inhttps://childusa.org#ChildAbusePreventionMonth #childsexabuse #StephenMills #Chosen #memoir #NoMoreShame #TalkAboutIt #Grooming #boundarybreaking #TrueCrime #podcast #FBI #NewScotlandYard #Behavior #Profilers #ExpertAnalysis Follow us and continue the conversationOn Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/realcrimeprofile/?hl=enOn Twitterhttps://twitter.com/realcrimeprofilOn Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/realcrimeprofile/>>>>>>>>> SUPPORT OUR OTHER SHOWS

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, we are continuing our conversation with Stephen Mills about his experience surviving child sex abuse and his tireless fight to prevent more children from being harmed by those who are meant to care for them. Denial, delay and legal loopholes. Silence as well as cover ups. Stephen reveals how difficult it has been to hold organizations accountable for blatantly enabling perpetrators and refusing to make internal changes to protect kids. Are kids safer today than they were back when Stephen and so many of his fellow campers were abused? Please listen to this important conversation.If you or someone you know is being abused please reach out to RAINNhttps://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotlineYou can get Stephen's book here:https://amzn.to/3mpjz9chttps://stephenmillsauthor.comWant to help fight Child Sex Abuse, Trafficking, and the statute of limitations, then please check out the Child USA, an organization Stephen is involved inhttps://childusa.orgJim also mentions in this episode Safe 4 Athletes, an organization preventing abuse in sports.https://safe4athletes.org#ChildAbusePreventionMonth #childsexabuse #StephenMills #Chosen #memoir #NoMoreShame #TalkAboutIt #Grooming #boundarybreaking #TrueCrime #podcast #FBI #NewScotlandYard #Behavior #Profilers #ExpertAnalysis Follow us and continue the conversationOn Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/realcrimeprofile/?hl=enOn Twitterhttps://twitter.com/realcrimeprofilOn Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/realcrimeprofile/>>>>>>>>> SUPPORT OUR OTHER SHOWS

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion advised. We continue our important conversation with Stephen Mills, author of the memoir “Chosen”, which recounts in excruciating detail the sexual abuse he endured as a child at the hands of a beloved camp director of a prestigious Jewish summer camp. Stephen describes the dissociation he experienced as he tried to cope with what was happening to him. Perhaps even more shocking than the descriptions of the abuse, is Stephen's recounting of his enormous effort to bring this offender to justice, after realizing that this man had potentially abused hundreds of young boys across several states. Stephen's story involves the FBI, and numerous law enforcement departments in New York, Connecticut, Illinois and Pennsylvania….you will not believe this journey for justice. If you or someone you know is being abused please reach out to RAINNhttps://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotlineYou can get Stephen's book here:https://amzn.to/3mpjz9chttps://stephenmillsauthor.comWant to help fight Child Sex Abuse, Trafficking, and the statute of limitations, then please check out the Child USA, an organization Stephen is involved inhttps://childusa.org#ChildAbusePreventionMonth #childsexabuse #StephenMills #Chosen #memoir #NoMoreShame #TalkAboutIt #Grooming #boundarybreaking #TrueCrime #podcast #FBI #NewScotlandYard #Behavior #Profilers #ExpertAnalysis >>>>SUPPORT OUR OTHER SHOWS

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of child sexual abuse. Listener discretion advised. When Stephen Mills was thirteen years old, he was sexually abused by a director of his Jewish summer camp. This abuse continued for years and Stephen carried this secret for decades. In his book, “Chosen” out now in paperback, Stephen details in raw powerful emotion how this offender was able to groom him, his parents, and the many prestigious communities where this offender worked and targeted his victims.This is a must listen for parents to understand the red flags and psychology of how abusers target and groom children as well as others related to the victim. If you or someone you know is being abused please reach out to RAINNhttps://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotlineYou can get Stephen's book here:https://amzn.to/3mpjz9cWant to help fight Child Sex Abuse, Trafficking, and the statute of limitations, then please check out the Child USA, an organization Stephen is involved inhttps://childusa.org#childsexabuse #StephenMills #Chosen #memoir #NoMoreShame #TalkAboutIt #Grooming #boundarybreaking #TrueCrime #podcast #FBI #NewScotlandYard #Behavior #Profilers #ExpertAnalysis >>>>SUPPORT OUR OTHER SHOWS

This is a LIVE replay of A Trauma Survivor Thriver's Podcast which aired Wednesday, October 19th, 2022 at 1130pm ET on Fireside Chat. Today's guest is Stephen Mills. Stephen Mills is the author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood, which tells the story of his childhood sexual abuse by a summer camp director, the lifelong journey of recovering from trauma, and his quest to stop a serial predator and find justice. He is honored to serve as an Ambassador for CHILD USA, the leading nonprofit fighting for the civil rights of children.  Stephen Mills' Resource Page: https://stephenmillsauthor.com/sexual-abuse-resources-for-survivors-families-and-everyone/   Info about Summer Camps:  https://www.d2l.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/SaferCampExperiences.pdf

Stephen Mills is the author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood, in which he recounts his childhood sexual abuse by a summer camp director, the long painful process of recovery, and his quest to stop a serial predator and find justice. The New York Times has called the book "a searing, haunting, urgent cri de coeur." The Pulitzer-prize-winning novelist, Junot Diaz, says CHOSEN is "a work of shattering, almost unbearable radiance. It is destined to be a classic because this is a book that will save lives.Since 1983, he has advised and written for an array of public interest organizations in the fields of human rights, civil liberties, and the environment. He is honored to serve as an Ambassador for CHILD USA, the leading nonprofit fighting for the civil rights of children.In This EpisodeStephen's websiteThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

The latest One News/Kantar political poll released last night suggests National and ACT could govern together if support remains the same during the next election. Labour and National were down two percentage points each in the poll, but the ACT Party has done rather well, up four percentage points on its last showing. Political commentators Liam Hehir and Stephen Mills spoke to Guyon Espiner.

Special Guest: Stephen Mills, author of CHOSEN: a memoir of stolen boyhood.   "I was sexually assaulted by a highly respected member of the community. My boyhood experience is all too common. The only unusual part is that I decided to write a book about it." —Stephen Mills   At thirteen years old, Stephen Mills is chosen for special attention by the director of his Jewish summer camp, a charismatic social worker intent on becoming his friend. Stephen, whose father died when he was four, places his trust in this authority figure, who first grooms and then molests him for two years. Stephen tells no one, but the aftershocks rip through his adult life, as intense as his denial: self-loathing, drug abuse, petty crime, and horrific nightmares, all made worse by the discovery that his abuser is moving from camp to camp, state to state, molesting other boys. Only physical and mental collapse bring Stephen to confront the truth of his boyhood and begin the painful process of recovery—as well as a decades-long crusade to stop a serial predator, find justice, and hold to account those who failed the children in their care. The trauma of sexual abuse is shared by one out of every six men, yet very few have broken their silence. Unflinching and compulsively readable, CHOSEN eloquently speaks for those countless others and their families. It is a rare act of consummate courage and generosity—the indelible story of a man who faces his torment and his tormentor and, in the process, is made whole.   More info and resources at stephenmillsauthor.com

Childhood abuse comes in many forms, but sexual abuse is perhaps the most heinous, and it's sadly very common. One out of ten children experience sexual abuse and some numbers suggest it may be as high as one in six for young boys. Yet there is very little written about this, particularly when it comes to men. Stephen Mills has written a detailed and moving story of his experiences. In his case, it was a trusted adult and community leader who groomed and abused him. Stephen's story will resonate with thousands of others. And his path to healing offers possibilities for all of us. #BumpInTheRoad

Australians are waking up to life with a new Prime Minister, with Anthony Albanese and Labor ousting Scott Morrison's incumbent Liberal National coalition in yesterday's election. Political commentator Stephen Mills offers his analysis. 

Australians will be making their way to the polling booths to vote in the federal election on Saturday. Labor's Anthony Albanese is taking on Coalition incumbant Scott Morrison. The prime minister has appealed for Australians to stick with certainty, the Labor leader insists the country can't afford three more years of the Coalition. The polls have Albanese 2% ahead. Stephen Mills from Talbot Mills Research with the latest.

Australia's election campaign is in full swing, with early voting already underway. Kathryn speaks with pollster Stephen Mills from Talbot Mills about the issues defining the campaign and what the polls are saying. [image_crop:141782:full]

Jim continues his discussion with author Stephen Mills about his new book, Chosen: A Memoir Of Stolen BoyhoodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jim talks to author Stephen Mills about his new book, Chosen, a memoir recounting childhood abuse and ultimately his path to healingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's episode is a conversation with author and survivor Stephen Mills about his recently published memoir, Chosen. For those who haven't yet read his book, which we highly recommend, it recounts Mills' abuse at the hands of a camp counselor over several years, and his long journey towards healing. While many institutional abuse cases involve boys, there are very, very few published accounts of male survivorship. And, if we're to help boys who have been abused, then it's critical for us to understand how this experience may differ from that of female survivorship. Mills' account is deeply moving, and it challenges all of us to better protect boys in the first place, and better help them heal if they have been abused.Topics in this episode:Why we need this story (1:17)Stigma and shame (3:42)Grooming family and community (6:50)Longing for justice (17:34)Pushing institutions to change (26:17)Public policy wishes (29:45)Advice for child abuse professionals (34:39)Learn signs and tactics (41:46)For more information (47:01)Links:Stephen Mills is the coauthor with Roger Fouts of Next of Kin: My Conversations with Chimpanzees. He has advised and written for an array of public interest organizations in the fields of human rights, civil liberties, and the environment. Since 1983, he has worked with the Natural Resources Defense Council, building campaigns that have mobilized millions of people in support of environmental protection, and he serves as an ambassador for CHILD USA.StephenMillsAuthor.com includes resources for survivors, families, and everyone and information on ways to take action to prevent child sexual abuse“At a Place Where He Was Supposed to Be Safe, He Was Molested,” by Bruce Feiler, The New York Times, April 26, 2022Other memoirs mentioned: Notes on a Silencing by Lacy Crawford; Half the House: A Memoir by Richard Hoffman; and The Tricky Part: One Boy's Fall from Trespass into Grace by Martin MoranChild Victims Act of 2019 (New York)CHILD USA has information on child protection laws across the country, including statutes of limitation reformU.S. National Blueprint to End Sexual Violence Against Children and Adolescents from Keep Kids SafeFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the show (https://www.nationalchildrensalliance.org/donate-now/)

Stephen Mills is the author of CHOSEN: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood published by Henry Holt & Company. In this first of many interviews I will be co-hosting with my friend, attorney and advocate Kathryn Robb, we three survivors of child sexual abuse share a moving discussion about the emotional impact of abuse, challenges specific to male survivors, how predators operate, parents who missed the signs, correcting misconceptions, the lawsuit Stephen filed, and so much more. Enter to win a hardcover copy of CHOSEN at Truth & Consequences InstagramStephen Mills' website CHILD USAChild USAdvocacy1in6 Darkness to LightMale SurvivorLink to CHILD USA's “Gold Standard” Follow the Truth & Consequences website, Facebook page, Instagram & Twitter accounts. Follow the Second Wound website, Facebook page, Instagram & Twitter accounts. Learn about personal coaching with host Miranda Pacchiana, MSW on the Second Wound website coaching page.About CHOSEN: At thirteen years old, Stephen Mills is chosen for special attention by the director of his Jewish summer camp, a charismatic social worker intent on becoming his friend. Stephen, whose father died when he was four, places his trust in this authority figure, who first grooms and then molests him for two years. Stephen tells no one, but the aftershocks rip through his adult life, as intense as his denial: self-loathing, drug abuse, petty crime, and horrific nightmares, all made worse by the discovery that his abuser is moving from camp to camp, state to state, molesting other boys. Only physical and mental collapse bring Stephen to confront the truth of his boyhood and begin the painful process of recovery--as well as a decades-long crusade to stop a serial predator, find justice, and hold to account those who failed the children in their care. The trauma of sexual abuse is shared by one out of every six men, yet very few have broken their silence. Unflinching and compulsively readable, CHOSEN eloquently speaks for those countless others and their families. It is a rare act of consummate courage and generosity--the indelible story of a man who faces his torment and his tormentor and, in the process, is made whole. 

Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

National's leader Christopher Luxon makes the case for tax cuts. Kathryn, Stephen and Brigitte discuss what further sanctions New Zealand could place on Russia. Also, the protest at Parliament is gone, but how long will the impact linger?. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

National's leader Christopher Luxon makes the case for tax cuts. Kathryn, Stephen and Brigitte discuss what further sanctions New Zealand could place on Russia. Also, the protest at Parliament is gone, but how long will the impact linger?. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen, Kathryn and Ben discuss what the latest 1News Kantar Public poll is showing, the frustrations over Rapid Antigen Testing and the inflation rate. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Stephen, Kathryn and Ben discuss what the latest 1News Kantar Public poll is showing, the frustrations over Rapid Antigen Testing and the inflation rate. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

A major political poll shows support for Labour has continued to creep downward. A slip of 1 percent support since November has left it at 40 percent. National is up 4 points, but at 32 percent the opposition party is behind Labour by 8 points. The Greens have stayed at 9 percent, and Act has lost ground - sliding to 11 percent, while The Maori Party is at 2 percent. The TVNZ poll shows Jacinda Ardern sitting at 35 percent for preferred Prime Minister, the lowest since she took the role. Christopher Luxon as the next Prime Minister rose 13 points to 17 percent. Lawyer and conservative political commentator Liam Hehir, and Talbot Mills Research executive director and former political adviser to two Labour governments Stephen Mills spoke to Corin Dann.

In conjunction with our recent visit with Vault by Vans, the Radio Juxtapoz podcast sat down with Stephen Mills and Jake Mednik for an in-depth conversation about collaborations with artists, brands, designers, and other creatives as well as how Vault has taken some of the most iconic silhouettes in footwear and re-imagined them for a whole new generation of the sneaker-driven fashion generation. The Radio Juxtapoz podcast is hosted by FIFTH WALL TV's Doug Gillen and Juxtapoz editor, Evan Pricco. Episode 080 was recorded in November, 2021 in Los Angeles, London and NYC. Follow us on @radiojuxtapoz

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Stephen, Ben and Susie discuss the latest Covid management measures, including the rapidly dumped idea of scheduling Aucklanders departure for Christmas holidays. Cabinet meets today and will decide whether to go ahead as planned and allow shops to open and increase the outdoor gathering limit to 25, but the government is being urged to put the brakes on letting Aucklanders hit the shops this week, as case numbers soar. Also a look at employment figures amid warnings of ongoing term labour market woes and the flow on effects into cashflow in the likes of construction industry. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is a former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Stephen, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss the Goverment's re-opening plan, the traffic light system for living with the Covid-19 pandemic and a road-map for getting back to business. Also, National and Labour's collaboration on housing. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss the Goverment's re-opening plan, the traffic light system for living with the Covid-19 pandemic and a road-map for getting back to business. Also, National and Labour's collaboration on housing. Stephen Mills is an executive director at Talbot Mills research limited which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments Brigitte Morten is a senior consultant with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen, Brigitte and Kathryn discuss lockdown levels ahead of the Cabinet considering today how long Auckland and Northland will be in level 4. Also, have there been missed opportunities in the leadup to this outbreak - and what the opposition is saying about the Government's handling of the crisis so far. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Brigitte Morten is a director with public and commercial law firm Franks & Ogilvie and a former senior ministerial advisor for the previous National-led government.

Stephen, Ben and Kathryn talk about whether the health system is anywhere near prepared to cope with the Delta strain, 18 months since pandemic surfaced here, and the scramble to get more New Zealanders vaccinated and tested. They also discuss Sir Michael Cullen's legacy.

How is it that democracies can only make big, politically difficult changes when faced with an emergency? We did it last year with Covid-19 – so could we do it again with the climate emergency that is in our faces right now? New reports released this week all point to the fact we can't really afford to wait any longer – we need to take some political and economic pain to reduce emissions, and do it fast. To explore the political economy issues of dealing with climate change as an emergency, Bernard talks to Stephen Mills from UMR, researcher Jess Berentson-Shaw and the 1point5 Project's Paul Winton.When the Facts Change is brought to you by The Spinoff Podcast Network together with Kiwibank. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ACT Party leader David Seymour is polling ahead of National Party Leader Judith Collins, according to the latest poll numbers from Newshub-Reid. Support for Labour has dropped to 43 percent but National isn't picking up much of that vote, with their numbers up just 1.7 percent. ACT though scored its highest rating in this poll; up 4.2 points to just over 11 percent. Political commentators Ben Thomas and Stephen Mills spoke to Corin Dann.

Personal stories and family recollections by Stephen Mills, a 3-generation Gooner, provide history lessons from from 94 years of Arsenal Football Club. According to Mills there were difficult and glorious years but to quote him "It was fantastic to be an Arsenal fan."

Kathryn, Stephen and Ben discuss the implications of the suspension of the Trans Tasman travel bubble and how New Zealanders will get home. Also the progression of the Covid vaccine rollout and discontent over the extent that police officers should be armed. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Kathryn, Stephen and Ben discuss the implications of the suspension of the Trans Tasman travel bubble and how New Zealanders will get home. Also the progression of the Covid vaccine rollout and discontent over the extent that police officers should be armed. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Kathryn, Stephen and Ben discuss the implications of the suspension of the Trans Tasman travel bubble and how New Zealanders will get home. Also the progression of the Covid vaccine rollout and discontent over the extent that police officers should be armed. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour. He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Bob Hawke was the 23rd prime minister of Australia and the most electorally successful Labor politician in Australian history. He delivered a speech on 9th June 1989, five days after the tanks and 27th Army rolled into Tienanmen Square and massacred  students gathered there. Hawke delivered this speech in the Great Hall of Parliament House in Canberra, which was largely written by speechwriter Stephen Mills who is our guest for this episode. In the middle of the prepared remarks, Hawke also read from a diplomatic cable that contained graphic descriptions of what went on in the Square. He wept as he read from the cable, and it became one of the iconic moments of his prime ministership. It's recently been revealed in an ABC podcast, China if You're Listening, hosted by Matt Bevan that the contents of the cable was not accurate in terms of the scale of atrocities or the number of deaths in the square. Listen to full episode of China if You're Listening with Matt Bevan. Listen and watch 730 Report story about the diplomatic cable. Speakola now has a Patreon page which you can join If you want to offer regular support for as little as $3 per month. If it's easier, we also welcome donations in any format and any size, recurring or one off. Subscribe to our newsletter if you want a fortnightly email setting out great speeches by theme. Episode supported by GreenSkin™ and PurpleSkin™ avocados at https://greenskinavocados.com.au/. Please subscribe to the podcast, visit Speakola, and share any great speeches that are special to you, famous or otherwise. I just need transcript & photo /video embed. Speakola also has Twitter and Facebook feeds.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In politics we talk about rising inflation, whether the government's investor rules have had any impact on reining in the housing market and how Judith Collins' first year as National Party leader has gone. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour.  He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

In politics we talk about rising inflation, whether the government's investor rules have had any impact on reining in the housing market and how Judith Collins' first year as National Party leader has gone. Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research , which is the polling firm used by Labour.  He is former political adviser to two Labour governments. Ben Thomas is a PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary.

Dr. Stephen Mills takes his craft serious and is always researching. He shares interesting and helpful facts on how water and exercise can affect the grief process. This helpfulness is not limited to those who are grieving, but beneficial to everyone. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vanessa-leon-verrett/message

Covid has messed up the campaign season, so this year the big election debates matter more than ever before. Labour insider Stephen Mills takes us backstage. Mihingarangi Forbes, host of the Hui Pōti 2020 debates, shares her rules for debate participants. And champion debater Brooke Kinajil-Moran explains what it takes to win. Click here for every episode of the Tick. Tick. podcast. Full Stuff election coverage Eugene on Twitter; Adam on Twitter Support Stuff Our email: ticktick@stuff.co.nz

What are the political ramifications of the government's decisions on coronavirus? Stephen Mills is the executive director of UMR Research and former political adviser to two Labour governments. Trish Sherson is from corporate affairs firm Sherson Willis, and a former ACT press secretary.