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The National Security Podcast

ANU National Security College

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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41:00

Election watch 2024: what makes Indonesian democracy...

The National Security Podcast ·

2024/02/08

As Indonesian head to the polls on 14 February, what’s important to know about the nation’s conception of democracy and its political ecosystem? Who are the key candidates in the presidential election — what do they represent?And what could be the implications of a change of government for security and diplomacy in the region? In this episode, Natalie Sambhi and Gary Quinlan join Rory Medcalf to discuss the upcoming Indonesian elections, and how the outcome might impact bilateral ties with Australia

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37:21

Australia’s role in regional cyber resilience

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2024/02/01

What is the nexus between domestic and regional cyber security?How does Australia help regional neighbours manage and respond to cyber threats?And how will shield six of the Australian government’s new cyber strategy change the domestic cyber agenda? In this episode, the Hon Tim Watts MP and Brendan Dowling join Olivia Shen to discuss Australia’s pathtowards becoming a world leader in cyber security by 2030, and its capacity-building role in the Indo-Pacific region.The Hon Tim Watts MP is the

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53:09

How the role of OSINT will change in a landscape of...

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2024/01/25

What is open-source intelligence (OSINT)?How does big data influence our understanding of “good” intelligence? And does Australia need a dedicated OSINT agency in the National Intelligence Community?In this episode, Dr Miah Hammond-Errey and Ben Scott join Olivia Shen to discuss the increasing importance of open-source intelligence and big data in intelligence analysis, and the evolution required from intelligence agencies to keep up.Dr Miah Hammond-Errey is the Director of the Emerging Technology

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47:00

Why Indo-Pacific maritime security matters

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2024/01/18

What is the significance of the Indian Ocean in Indo-Pacific security?Is it useful to distinguish between traditional and non-traditional maritime threats?And how might the AUKUS agreement reshape maritime security in the region?In this episode, Frédéric Grare and Justin Burke join Jennifer Parker to tackle the maritime challenges facing Australia and the region.Dr Frédéric Grare is a Senior Research Fellow at the ANU National Security College (NSC) in an expert program sponsored by the government

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47:02

Why big tech is now in the geopolitical driver’s seat

The National Security Podcast ·

2024/01/11

Technological innovation is now one of the most consequential realms of geopolitical contestation. And in the era of big tech, the private sector has assumed power that once resided with governments. In response, we’ve seen a reassertion of industry policy, with governments trying to re-establish control.What happens to Australia’s national security when private companies, such as TikTok, are in the geopolitical driver’s seat? And how can policymakers keep up with this ever-changing industry?In this

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59:19

The changing nature of violent extremism: challenges...

The National Security Podcast ·

2024/01/04

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 an Associate Professor at the

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45:49

Bots, trolls and geopolitics: examining the dark side...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/12/28

While social media has many benefits, there are a growing number of users – both human and machine – spreading harmful disinformation and misinformation on these networks. What is the difference between disinformation and misinformation? How do different actors – both state and non-state – affect society and geopolitics using social media?And what steps can be taken to overcome these challenges?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Professor Darren Linvill from Clemson University and

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41:36

Taiwan’s 2024 elections: what you need to know

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/12/21

As Taiwan’s 2024 elections draw near, who are the key candidatesand what are they offering?How might China respond to a change of government?And what are the main risks and opportunities for Australia?In this episode, China experts Mark Harrison and Antonia Finnane join Susan Dietz-Henderson to discuss the upcoming Taiwan elections, and how the results will have implications not only for Taiwan, but for the region too.Mark Harrison is a Senior Lecturer in Chinese Studies at the School of Social

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39:11

National security oversight: who watches the watchers?

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2023/12/14

How can whistle-blowers contribute to Australia’s national security?What roles do parliamentary committees and the courts play in national security oversight?And how should national security and secrecy be balanced with human rights and transparency?  In this episode, Kieran Pender and Dominique Dalla-Pozza join Danielle Ireland-Piper to talk about the importance of accountability, and mechanisms of oversight, in Australia’s national security ecosystem. Dr Danielle Ireland-Piper is an Associate

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39:36

How artificial intelligence is changing the rules of...

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2023/12/08

What was achieved at the recent AI Safety Summit, hosted by the United Kingdom?How do the geopolitics of technology now impact economies and societies?And how cangovernments equip themselves better to handle these complex changes?In this episode, senior UK public servant Jonathan Black joins Jennifer Jackett to talk about AI, and the policy responses to it from governments across the globe.Jonathan Black is a Heywood Fellow at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford. Prior to this

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53:41

Insights from Aotearoa: New Zealand's first National...

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2023/11/30

What promptedNew Zealand (NZ) todevelop its inaugural National Security Strategy?Will NZ’s change of government mean a change of strategy?And can increasing alignment betweenNZ and Australia be expected on key security issues?In this episode, Anna Powles and Suzannah Jessep join Jennifer Parker to talk about New Zealand’s first National Security Strategy and what it means for the region, Australia and New Zealand itself.Suzannah Jessep is the Director of Research and Engagement at the Asia New

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39:13

Vetting the future: ASIO's progress towards a fairer...

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2023/11/23

What are the common myths around the security clearance vetting process?How has the process changed over the years, and what reforms have ASIO undertaken to ensure fairness?And how will a more diverse workforce help the national security community?In this episode, Caroline van Heuzen and Carl Chang talk to Ewan Macmillan and Vanessa from ASIO about the highest-level security clearance vetting process and how it is changing to be more inclusive.Vanessa is a Vetting Analyst at the Australian Security

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1:03:27

Women in National Security LIVE with Kathryn...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/11/10

What changes should the national security community be focused on?What do whole-of-nation and whole-of-government approaches to change look like? And how can national security objectives integrate with these efforts to drive change?As part of the annual Women in National Security event, the ANU National Security College had the pleasure of hosting over 250 attendees for a live podcast recording at the National Gallery of Australia. In this episode Kathryn McMullan, Kim Brennan and Nu Nu Win, join

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30:12

The rise of open-source intelligence in a...

The National Security Podcast ·

2023/11/02

What is the difference between open-source intelligence (OSINT) and publicly available information?How can the private sector help intelligence agencies maintain their edge in a world saturated with data? And how can AI contribute to the operations and effectiveness of these agencies?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Barbara Stevens joins Ben Scott to discuss open-source intelligence and how intelligence agencies are navigating rapid technological advancements.Dr Barbara Stevens is a

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46:07

PM Albanese's China visit: expectations and realities

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2023/10/26

What is the significance of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s upcoming visit to Beijing?What outcomes can realistically be achieved, given the turbulent Australia-China relationship?And can Australia-China relations continue to stabilise into the future?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Rowan Callick and Richard Maude join Rory Medcalf to discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s upcoming visit to China, what will be on the agenda, and how this visit might shape the bilateral

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39:23

Senator James Paterson on national security, China...

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2023/10/19

How can Australia’s social cohesion be maintained, against a globalbackdrop of conflict, foreign interference and economic coercion?Is the nation's security architecture fit for purpose?And how can the political class develop public awareness ofnational security challenges, without being alarmist? In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Senator James Paterson joins Rory Medcalf to discuss some key security issues and policy issues that Australia is facing, both, domestically and at an

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41:31

Former Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos on PM Albanese’s...

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2023/10/12

As Prime Minister Anthony Albanese prepares to visit President Joe Biden later this month, what priorities will be on his agenda?Is AUKUS at risk of overshadowing other parts of the US-Australia relationship?And what confidence can the Australian government have in the stability and reliability of the United States amid ongoing political turmoil? In this episode of the National Security Podcast, the Hon Arthur Sinodinos AO joins Rory Medcalf to discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s upcoming trip

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1:03:38

Navigating ‘digital empires’: how to pursue...

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2023/10/05

How can governments keep up with the lightning pace of technological change?Is there a 'right' model for tech regulation?And what role can Australia play in this dynamic digital ecosystem?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Anu Bradford and Johanna Weaver join Jennifer Jackett to discuss the global impact of technological advances, the challenges and opportunities they bring, and the evolving landscape of tech regulation.Anu Bradford is a Henry L. Moses Professor of Law and

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58:03

Competing at the cutting edge: the Quad’s role in...

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2023/09/28

Why are critical and emerging technologies at the forefront of geopolitical competition?Can the Quad play a part in standard setting without stifling innovation? And how can the Quad help diversify technology supply chains without creating an ‘international cartel’?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dr Raji Rajagopalan, Dr Akira Igata and Dr John Hemmings join David Andrews to discuss one of Quad’s central pillars – critical and emerging technologies.Dr Raji Rajagopalan is the

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44:38

The biotechnology revolution: opportunities for the Quad

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2023/09/21

Why is biotechnology so strategically important?How can the Quad successfully compete with China to harness the opportunities it presents?And what is at stake if ethical leadership in this field falters?In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Dirk van der Kley joins David Andrews to discuss the strategic importance of biotechnology and tangible ways the Quad can deliver collaborative leadership in this crucial area.Dr Dirk van der Kley is a Research Fellow at the ANU National Security

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