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Defence & Security Podcast Network

The Defence & Security Podcast Network hosts a unique series of podcasts, featuring discussions with key enablers from across the Australian defence and security industry. The podcasts provide the perfect blend of business intelligence and insights from a range of guests, which include government officials, ADF personnel, industry stakeholders, and members of the academic community. By aligning ourselves with the ADF and the Commonwealth government, we are uniquely placed to deliver a dynamic 360°

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38:00

CYBER UNCUT: Users flee ChatGPT, CommBank reports...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/03/09

This week on Cyber Uncut, Liam Garman and Daniel Croft unpack the week's cyber and AI news, while David Hollingworth reports from Zero Trust World 2026 in Florida! Garman and Croft kick off the podcast with news of ChatGPT shedding a raft of users since it announced it would sign up with the Pentagon after rival AI giant Anthropic backed down over fears its AI would be used without adequate guardrails. The pair then unpack the Commonwealth Bank's self-reported $1 billion fraud case involving

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46:56

THE PROGRESS REPORT: From the cockpit to the dockyard

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/03/06

From commercial pilot to maritime leader, Georgia Davey's "roller-coaster" career is a masterclass in adaptability. In this episode, the NORSTA Maritime program manager joins Tash Taylor to discuss her journey from the skies of northern Australia to managing maintenance for naval vessels. Georgia shares the unique challenges of defence construction and maritime logistics, offering a candid look at being the only woman in the room and her commitment to "holding the door open" for the next generation

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43:45

Iran escalation, munitions supplies and the Middle...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/03/05

In this special "Iran conflict" episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Stephen Kuper is joined by Robert Dougherty and Bethany Alvaro to unpack major developments surrounding the escalating battle between the forces of Iran, the United States and Israel. The discussion begins with an overview of the lead-up to the conflict, proxy activity across the Middle East, then implications for regional and global security. The team examines how these developments are reshaping strategic calculations for

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34:46

SPOTLIGHT: Cyber security, DISP accreditation and...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/03/03

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Stephen Kuper is joined by James Rabey, principal consultant at Macquarie Government, to explore how AUKUS and broader Defence reforms are reshaping security requirements across Australia's defence industry supply chain. As part of this in-depth conversation, the pair discuss a range of subjects, including the following: How AUKUS and the expansion of Australia's sovereign capability are increasing cyber security obligations for both

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57:17

CYBER UNCUT: Qantas' AI backlash, hacker goes on...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/03/02

This week on Cyber Uncut, David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft unpack the week's cyber and AI news and entertain a special guest to boot! The pair kick off the podcast discussing Qantas facing a backlash over a series of job cuts that may be informed by the company embracing AI, while WiseTech's announcement of 2,000 job cuts definitely is driven by AI uptake. The pair also talk about CrowdStrike's latest research, which shows hackers are embracing AI as much as everyone else. Hollingworth then

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47:13

Warrior culture, special operations and private...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/26

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty is joined by Trevor Fortner, a former US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialist, Blackwater PMC contractor and current EverydaySpy consultant. Fortner has formerly served as a US Navy EOD master training specialist and operated alongside Tier 1 units, including SEAL Team Six and Delta Force. He previously led Blackwater's ambassador protection detail, served as a tactical commander for the US ambassador's

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42:28

CONTESTED GROUND: We're no longer in a BAU world,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/25

In this episode of the Contested Ground Podcast, hosts Steve Kuper and Liam Garman speak with Agsecure's Andrew Henderson as they unpack the recently released US food security strategy. The trio unpack the details underpinning the pivot in American thinking resulting in the development of the food security strategy. They also discuss the key priorities and focus areas identified in the food security strategy, ranging from concerns around biosecurity, foreign ownership of agricultural land through to

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26:46

Small arms modernisation, next-generation infantry...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/24

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Bethany Alvaro is joined by Graeme Bulte, founder and chief executive officer of Aquaterro, as they discuss developments in next-generation small arms and the company's growing role across defence and law enforcement capability. The pair discuss Aquaterro's collaborations with global partners as well as emerging technology in hybrid ammunition, projectile design and advanced soldier systems. They also discuss a range of topics, including:

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47:34

CYBER UNCUT: AI adoption too slow, youX hack...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/23

This week on Cyber Uncut, David Hollingworth and Bethany Alvaro talk about how Australia is lagging in AI adoption, the grey areas of facial recognition and surveillance, the alarming youX data breach, and Hollingworth's visit to Montreal to chat about physical security with Genetec. The pair kick off with news from Deloitte regarding an alarming slowdown in AI adoption across Australian enterprises, while Bethany picks apart her concerns over surveillance technologies and why facial recognition may

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44:47

THE PROGRESS REPORT: 10 Seconds of courage and the...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/19

How does a law student's "gap year" in recruitment turn into a 17-year career leading operations in the defence sector? In this episode, Amelia De Angelis, chief operating officer of Kinexus, shares her journey from industry outsider to co-founding The Future Through Collaboration, a program that has mentored over 600 women. Amelia discusses the importance of "embracing your awkward self" and why the myth of "work-life balance" should be replaced by her "glass balls and bouncy balls" philosophy –

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40:49

Defence industrial investment, Ghost Bat upgrades and...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/19

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Stephen Kuper is joined by Robert Dougherty and Bethany Alvaro to unpack major developments in defence innovation, autonomous air combat and shifting alliance dynamics. The discussion begins with the federal government's proposed $500 million co-investment fund aimed at accelerating defence technologies, including artificial intelligence, cyber security, autonomous systems, electronic warfare and quantum capabilities. Attention then turns to the US

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34:14

ADF space personnel, US Secretary of Defense cuts...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/12

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty is joined by journalist Bethany Alvaro to unpack a week spanning government conflict of interest concerns, Defence space capability updates and anti-Israel protests in Sydney. The discussion opens on the scrutiny surrounding Paul Brereton, commissioner of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, and questions over the disclosure of his advisory work with the Inspector-General of the Australian Defence Force on

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33:23

CYBER UNCUT: French cops target X, inside the 0APT...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/09

This week on Cyber Uncut, David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft discuss more trouble for Elon Musk's AI empire, the rise of a very active new ransomware group that may not be what it seems, and an alarming discovery while investigating the latest tranche of Jeffrey Epstein documents. The pair kick off with news that French police have raided the offices of X, while Aussie activists call on app stores to ban the Grok AI chatbot over its sharing of sexual abuse material. Croft also looks into Moltbook,

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01:00:39

THE PROGRESS REPORT: From Army engineering to the...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/06

In this episode of The Progress Report, Tash Taylor sits down with Gabby Costigan, a powerhouse leader in the global defence sector and a pioneer for women in STEM. From her early days in the Australian Defence Force to becoming the first female CEO of BAE Systems Australia, Gabby's journey is a masterclass in resilience, career pivoting and leading with purpose. Beyond the boardroom, Gabby discusses the vital role of mentorship and her deep-rooted passion for advocating for defence families,

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39:01

Defence Estate Audit, Afghanistan aid and unrest in...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/05

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Stephen Kuper is joined by Robert Dougherty and Bethany Alvaro to unpack recent news of Australian industry developments, humanitarian assistance, US domestic unrest and the shifting foundations of global power. The discussion opens with Australian defence industry news, including Ferra Engineering's latest agreement with Boeing to support delivery of the High Altitude Anti-Submarine Warfare Weapon Capability for the P-8A Poseidon fleet, reinforcing

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38:08

CONTESTED GROUND: US National Defense Strategy,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/04

In this episode of the Contested Ground podcast, Steve Kuper and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson are joined by Dr Malcolm Davis, Australian Strategic Policy Institute defence strategy and capability senior analyst, to unpack the strategic shockwaves emerging from the United States' 2026 National Defense Strategy. The trio examine what Washington's shift towards an offshore balancing posture means for Australia, including renewed pressure to lift defence spending, the implications of

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42:18

CYBER UNCUT: Beware employee theft, NSW launches...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/02/02

This week on Cyber Uncut, David Hollingworth and Bethany Alvaro discuss the murky world of employee data theft, look at a pair of ransomware attacks – one local, one a touch further afield – and take a look at the new cyber security strategy announced by the NSW government. The podcast opens with research that suggests the new year, and January in particular, is a prime time for employees to make off with important business data, either by accident or accidentally on purpose. In cyber security news,

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31:18

US ambassador shift, Abrams evolution and rupture of...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/01/29

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, the entire team of Stephen Kuper, Robert Dougherty and Bethany Alvaro examines current news surrounding Australia's changing strategic environment: from diplomacy and armoured warfare to intelligence capability to the future of the rules-based global order. The episode opens with the appointment of Greg Moriarty as Australia's next ambassador to the United States. The former defence secretary has drawn broad bipartisan support, while opinions differ

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18:39

CONTESTED GROUND: Assessing the fallout of the US'...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/01/28

In this episode of the Contested Ground Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson, and Steve Kuper discuss the fallout from the US' arrest of Nicolas Maduro, America's claims to Greenland, and the potential for regime change in Iran. The trio unpack the success and complexities of the US' raid in Venezuela and the intricacies surrounding the mission, the fallout of the "Donroe Doctrine" in action, and its relations intersecting with the 2025 US National Security

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22:10

SPOTLIGHT: Decision intelligence, data analytics, and...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2026/01/27

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Robert Dougherty is joined by Petar Bielovich, general manager of data and analytics at Atturra, to discuss the evolving role of preparedness, decision intelligence, and sovereign capability within Australia's national security strategy. As part of this in-depth conversation, the pair discuss a range of subjects, including: The growing importance of preparedness in Australian defence strategy and how it differs from traditional concepts

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