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The National Security Podcast

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Expert analysis, insights and opinion on the national security challenges facing Australia and the Indo-Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:39

The changing nature of violent extremism: challenges...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/09/14

How has violent extremism evolved in recent decades? Why do the words used to discuss and describe extremism matter so much?And what challenges will governments, communities and individuals face in combating these threats in the digital age?In this episode, Dr Emily Corner, Lydia Khalil, and Professor Michele Grossman join Gai Brodtmann to discuss the evolution of violent extremism, and how these changes create new challenges for policymakers.Dr Emily Corner is a Senior Lecturer of Criminology at

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39:00

Strengthening national security through diversity: an...

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2023/09/06

How did a Sri Lankan migrant go from new arrival to Chief Technology Officer in Australia’s secret intelligence service?What barriers can migrants and members of ethnically diverse communities face while trying to forge a career in Australian intelligence?What steps are being taken to create more opportunities for people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds at ASIS, and in the National Intelligence Community more broadly?In this first-of-its kind interview with an unidentified

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36:43

The quantum frontier: Australia’s achievements and...

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2023/08/31

What is quantum science and why does it matter?How is Australia performing in the “quantum race”?What are some of the ethical, societal and security implications that need to be considered, as the world rushes to get this technology off the ground?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Cathy Foley and Professor Michelle Simmons join Professor Rory Medcalf to discuss Australia’s quantum strategy, the technology’s relationship to national security and its ethical and social

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54:03

Mapping the future: how strategic foresight can...

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2023/08/24

What major trends will shape the next two decades?How can futures analysis be used to manage risk and harness opportunities?And how can governments better integrate futures thinking into public administration?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Joseph Voros, Odette Meli and Dr Ryan Young join Dayle Stanley to discuss the intricacies and applications of future analysis.Dr Joseph Voros is a physicist and futurist with over 25 years of experience in futures analysis.Odette Meli has

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52:09

Beyond crime scenes: the proactive power of modern...

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2023/08/17

How has rapid technological advancement influencedthe way the Australian Federal Police approaches forensic science? What is the difference between forensics conducted at a national level and that of state police forces?And how does the AFP proactively use forensics to protect and serve Australians? In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Simon Walsh joins David Andrews to discuss the evolving world of forensic science and its implications for policing and national security.Dr Simon

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42:25

Under a growing shadow: Kevin Yam on Hong Kong's future

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2023/08/10

Kevin Yam has a bounty on his head. The Australian citizen, who lived in Hong Kong for 20 years, is accused of breaching the infamous national security law China imposed on Hong Kong three years ago.In this episode of the National Security Podcast, he joins Professor Rory Medcalf to discuss the future of Hong Kong, lessons from his experience inside its pro-democracy movement, and his concerns about Australian judges serving in its judicial system.Kevin Yam is an Australia-based lawyer, presently

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45:45

The view from Washington: Charles Edel on...

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2023/08/03

What are the common misconceptions some Americans have about Australia? How has the Australia-United States alliance been affected by the changing international order?And what might the future of this relationship hold, given increasing collaboration between the two nations?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Charles Edel joins David Andrews to examine the Australia-United States relationship.Charles Edel is a senior adviser and the inaugural Australia Chair at the Center for Strategic

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50:08

Addressing atrocities in the digital era

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/07/27

How can cyber capabilities be used in atrocity prevention?What role could AI and machine learning play in humanitarian interventions?And how has the proliferation of social media contributed to violence against minorities?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Associate Professor Cecilia Jacob and Dr Rhiannon Neilsen join Dr Danielle Ireland-Piper to shed light on the role of cyber and social media in humanitarianism.Dr Rhiannon Neilsen is a Cyber Security Postdoctoral Fellow in the

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37:45

Risk and reward: Chinese Australians and the national...

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2023/07/20

Is Australia’s Chinese diaspora misunderstood? What challenges do Chinese Australians face when trying to establish a career in the Australian Public Service? And how can the national security community increase pathways for this community to enter, and stay, in this field of work?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Jennifer Hsu and Yun Jiang join Olivia Shen to unpack the diverse experiences of Chinese Australians and explore how these perspectives can enrich Australia's national

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49:19

South Korea's Indo-Pacific Strategy: a new era of...

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2023/07/13

What does South Korea see as its role in the Indo-Pacific?How does it view the nuclear threat from North Korea?And what are the opportunities that the Australia-Korea relationship presents for regional security and stability?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Go Myong-Hyun and Dr Lee Jaehyon from the Asan Institute for Policy Studies, join Professor Rory Medcalf to discuss South Korea's Indo-Pacific strategy and its implications for regional security and stability.Dr Go Myong-Hyun

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46:48

Redefining the battlefield: robotics, artificial...

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2023/07/06

What is the Australian Army doing to develop its robotic and autonomous systems capabilities?How likely is the prospect of autonomous 'killer robots' taking to the battlefield?And can the Australian Defence Force partner with industry for technical solutions while maintaining sovereign capability?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Colonel Robin Smith joins Olivia Shen to shed light on the Australian Army’s Robotic and Autonomous Systems Strategy, and how the team he leads is

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52:34

Strengthening Australia's social fabric: insights...

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2023/06/29

How can a better understanding of the Islamic faith helpstrengthen social cohesion?What steps can national security agencies take to ensure diverse communities feel valued?And how can the public service more effectively attract and retain staff from these communities?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Islamic scholar and community leader Shaykh Ahmed Abdo, along with former Commonwealth Counter Terrorism Coordinator Tony Sheehan, join Olivia Shen to discuss how Australian governments

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36:39

Can the US-China relationship be rehabilitated?

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2023/06/22

What are the pathways for the United States and China to improve their bilateral relationship?What might catalyse conflict between the two great powers?Is Australia prepared for this scenario – and will it take a crisis to find out?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Fiona Cunningham joins Gai Brodtmann to unpack the state of US-China relations and each country’s ability and willingness to resolve conflict through open communication. Dr Cunningham also explains how Australia could

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59:21

Australia’s intelligence leaders in conversation

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/06/15

Why are Australia’s intelligence agencies growing their public engagement?How are these agencies responding to an increasingly complex, challenging and dynamic strategic environment?And what are intelligence leaders doing to future-proof their organisations, workforces and capabilities?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Director-General of National Intelligence, Andrew Shearer, andDirector-General of Security, Mike Burgess,join Professor Rory Medcalf to discuss the state of Australian

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48:26

SIGINT: an unofficial history with Clare Birgin and...

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2023/06/08

How have historical intelligence organisations evolved into the national security agencies we know today? Who were Australia’s early intelligence professionals? And how has this rich history contributed to the formation of key signals intelligence agreements such as Five Eyes?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Clare Birgin and Professor John Blaxland join Dr Will Stoltz to discuss their recently released book, Revealing Secrets: An unofficial history of Australian Signals intelligence

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1:05:30

‘Australia's Security in China's Shadow’: in...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/06/01

What challenges does China pose to Australia’s security? And have the recent policy responses from Australian Governments been effective?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Euan Graham, IISS Shangri-La Dialogue Senior Fellow,discusses his newbook, Australia's Security in China's Shadow, with Professor Rory Medcalf in front of a live audience.The conversation follows insightful opening remarks delivered by Richard Maude, Senior Fellow at Asia Society Australia, and former

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50:59

Inside the Defence Strategic Review: a conversation...

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2023/05/25

What is the Defence Strategic Review, and why does it matter? What does it mean for Australian strategy and defence in this contested era? And how will it shape the way the Australian Defence Force and Department of Defence adapt to the risks facing the nation?In this episode of theNational Security Podcast, co-lead of the 2023 Defence Strategic Review (DSR) Secretariat, Professor Peter Dean, joins Professor Rory Medcalf to provide an insider's analysis of the government’s latest strategic defence

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52:26

The Quad pod: perspectives on Indo-Pacific diplomacy

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/05/18

How is the Quad navigating China’s growing power and influence in the region? How do the four countries balance their domestic security priorities with their commitments under the partnership? And does India’s position on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine create compatibility challenges?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Darshana Baruah, Lisa Curtis and Professor Nobukatsu Kanehara join Professor Rory Medcalf to discuss the Quad partnership at a key time for Indo-Pacific diplomacy.Darshana

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38:04

Examining Korea’s place in the Indo-Pacific regional...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/05/11

How important is Korea to Australia’s regional outlook? What elements of the Australia-South Korea relationship should be strengthened? And can South Korea continue to effectively juggle the competing security priorities of a rising China and a belligerent North Korea?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Lauren Richardson and Dr Michael Cohen join David Andrews to examine the Korean peninsula in the context of Australian foreign and security policy.Dr Lauren Richardson is a Lecturer

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51:01

Guardians of this land: a First Nations perspective...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/05/04

What can we learn from First Nations Australians about our obligation to country? And is enough being done to protect native title owners from foreign interference?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Lieutenant Colonel Eileen Hall and Dr Danielle Ireland-Piper discuss what security means from an Indigenous Australian perspective, and how cultural knowledge and cultural safety can directly impact domestic and regional security.Lieutenant Colonel Eileen Hall is the Australian Army's

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