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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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41:57

Seeing the unseen: why geospatial intelligence is...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/11/06

What are the origins ofthe Australian Geospatial-Intelligence Organisation(AGO),and how hasthe organisationdevelopedwithintheNational Intelligence Community?How doesAGO contribute to thebroader remit of Australian statecraft,thework done by other NIC agencies, and the FiveEyes partnership?What makes innovation in the geospatialintelligence spacekey to buildingresilience?In this episode Kathryn McMullan joins Sally Bulkeleyto discuss theimportance of geospatial intelligence,how it contributes to

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25:31

Democratic resilience in the digital age

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/10/23

What is democratic resilience and why is it a national security issue?Why is it important to preserve public trust and participation in the electoral process and what are some of the challenges to this?Apart from voting, what are some other ways that Australians can engage in the democratic process?What challenges do big tech companies, mis- and disinformation, and AI present in this digital age?In this episode Tom Rogers joins Tim Wilford to discuss the importance of democratic resilience in

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45:53

Sustaining deterrence and building defence industrial...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Do the US and other Western allies still maintain an edge over China in defence industry and innovation?How are partnerships between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea reshaping the global balance of power?How do Australia and other US partners contribute to strengthening deterrence and industrial resilience?What are the key supply chain vulnerabilities we might face in a protracted conflict, and how can Australia and its partners mitigate them?In this episode, Seth Jones joins David Andrews to

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28:10

What Finland can teach Australia about national security

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/09/25

How does Finland view strategic linkages between the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific regions?What is the Finnish model of ‘Comprehensive Security’, and how does it work in practice?How does Finland communicate openly with the public about national security risks without fuelling alarm or polarisation?What lessons can Australia learn from Finland's societal-led approach to preparedness?In this episode, Pasi Rajala joins Rory Medcalf to discuss the evolving geopolitical landscape, the importance of

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57:47

Evolving lessons in counterterrorism from 9/11 to 2025

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/09/11

How has the terrorism threat landscape evolved since 9/11, and what makes today’s challenges more complex?How is the counterterrorism response evolving in response to today’s rapidly shifting global landscape? How has Trump’s ‘America-First’ policy impacted the US’ relationship with the Five Eyes partners in the counterterrorism space?What can we do at a societal and community level to counter violent extremism?In this episode, Nick Rasmussen joins Sharryn Parker to discuss the evolving landscape of

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51:16

Indonesia’s evolving role in the Indo-Pacific and beyond

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/08/28

How has Indonesia’s foreign policy evolved under President Prabowo?Is Indonesia slowly moving from being ‘non-aligned’ to being ‘multi-aligned’?How have recent US foreign and domestic policies affected its relationship with Indonesia?How can Australia and Indonesia strengthen their relationship and enhance cooperation in the Indo-Pacific?In this episode, Natalie Sambhi and Yohanes Sulaiman join David Andrews toexplore Indonesia's evolving role as a strategic actor in the Indo-Pacific and its

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43:28

The evolution of strategic deterrence

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/08/21

How has strategic deterrence evolved from the Cold War to contemporary times? What is ‘strategic substitution,’ and how has China used it to craft its unique approach to deterrence? How does the ‘Golden Dome’ proposed by the US fit into today’s debates on missile defence and counter-space capabilities? Does Australia need to do more to close the capability gap in relation to China’s recent modernisation? In this episode, Fiona Cunningham and Aaron Batemanjoin David Andrews to explore the evolution

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42:59

Partners with limits: inside the China–Russia...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/08/14

How aligned are China and Russia's strategic interests? How is this relationship playing out in relation to competing spheres of influence in Central Asia? What are the key points of friction in the China-Russia partnership? In this episode, Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva and Graham Meehan join Sally Bulkeley to delve into the complex dynamics of the China-Russia relationship, exploring the alignment and divergence of their strategic interests.Dr Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva is a Lecturer at the ANU National Security

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51:39

PM Albanese's China visit and the future of the...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/08/07

How has the Australia-China relationship changed since the Prime Minister’s last visit to China in 2023?From China's perspective, how does its relationship with Australia fit into its current worldview? And how has US policy under Trump impacted that relationship?What does the future hold for the Australia-China relationship, given China’s increasingly assertive foreign and strategic policies?In this episode, Rowan Callick and Will Glasgow join Susan Dietz to unpack PM Anthony Albanese’s recent

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51:51

How can we avoid conflict in our region?

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/07/31

What are some of the key mechanisms for avoiding conflict? Why is ASEAN a key player in preventive diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific region? What challenges are faced in trying to prevent conflict in the region? And what role does Australia play? In this episode, Bec Strating, Huong Le Thu and Collin Koh join Rory Medcalf to delve into the complexities of conflict prevention in the Indo-Pacific region, emphasising the role of ASEAN, Australia and other partners.Rebecca (Bec) Strating FAIIA is the

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39:34

Unpacking the Australia-US relationship with “our man...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/07/24

Is America retreating from global leadership?Is this just a temporary wave of tension in the bilateral relationship, or might it signal a broader, long-term shift?Are the current AUKUS debates in Australia cutting through in the US?In this episode, John Blaxland joins David Andrews to discuss Australia’s relationship with the US, and why he believes we’re well placed to withstand the instabilities of Trump’s second term in office.John Blaxland is Director of the North America Liaison Office and

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47:16

A decade at the helm: in conversation with Rory Medcalf

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/07/17

How has Australia’s security landscape changed over the last decade?How was the Indo-Pacific concept born, and how has it evolved?What are the biggest threats facing Australia right now?In this episode, Rory Medcalf joins David Andrews to look back on the past decade in which he has served as Head of the ANU National Security College (NSC). They discuss the evolution of global threats over this period and how NSC has shifted its work to respond.Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of NSC. His

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35:00

Nuclear flashpoint: Iran strikes, non-proliferation,...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/07/10

What impact will US and Israeli air strikes on Iran have on global non-proliferation efforts? How is Trump reshaping the US's leadership in nuclear non-proliferation? Could shifting international security dynamics encourage countries like South Korea or Japan to pursue nuclear weapons programs? In this episode, Michael Cohen and Maria Rost Rublee join David Andrews to discuss how recent strikes on Iran have brought nuclear non-proliferation back to the forefront of international policy

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48:03

Disasters, distrust, and disinformation

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/07/03

What are some of the challenges societies face because of mis- and disinformation during disaster response? How can Australia adapt to deal with these challenges? What lessons can we learn from incidents around the world? What does the future look like if we don't adapt to this changing environment? In this episode, Jodie Wrigley, Anthony Bradstreet, and Allison Curtis join David Andrews to discuss the evolving challenges posed by mis- and disinformation in crisis response scenarios.Jodie Wrigley is

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53:20

Iran, Israel and the future of Middle East security

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/06/26

Where do the other Middle East countries and the Gulf nations stand on the Iran-Israel conflict? How do they view the US’ changing foreign policy? What were the motivations behind the recent US and Israeli attacks on Iran? Was it preventive or pre-emptive action? Is regime change in Iran a realistic objective by Israel/US? Could Australia be asked to support future US military or strategic actions in the region? In this episode, Jessie Moritz and Ian Parmeter join David Andrews in discussion about

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45:01

The trans-Tasman alliance: strengthening Australia-NZ...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/06/19

What is the ‘foreign policy reset’ undertaken by New Zealand’s National government, and how does it differ from the previous Labour government’s approach? How can New Zealand and Australia strengthen their alliance to face shared security challenges, amidst US uncertainty and strategic competition with China? How have recent Chinese activities in the Tasman Sea and the wider Pacific been viewed in New Zealand compared to Australia? What impact are these activities having on New Zealanders’

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30:24

In conversation with Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/06/12

Why is the Indo-Pacific of importance to Canada? Will it have a more consistent presence in the region in the future?How is Canada adapting its defence capabilities to meet the demands of a rapidly changing geopolitical and technological landscape?What lessons has Canada drawn from the war in Ukraine, and how are these shaping the future of its armed forces and military operations?In this episode, General Jennie Carignan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss Canada’s evolving defence posture amid a

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43:14

AI, rights and rules: who’s accountable in an...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/06/05

Can differing global approaches to AI regulation and investment work together, or are we headed toward fragmented, siloed systems? How can AI governance in developing nations be supported as part of regional aid and security agendas? What challenges does Australia face in regulating AI without a national bill of rights or federal human rights charter? Should governments mandate the inclusion of human oversight in all AI-powered decisions? In this episode, Sarah Vallee and Maria O’Sullivan join David

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46:25

Australia decides 2025: national security priorities

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/05/29

How is the re-elected Labor Government expected to approach national security and foreign policy in its new term of office?Can Australia strike a sustainable balance between its alliance with the United States and its complex relationship with China? Is the future of the AUKUS agreement secure?What more can the government do to strengthen Australia’s national security through improved preparedness and resilience?In this episode, David Andrews, Will Leben and Bec Strating join Sally Bulkeley to

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56:15

Transatlantic security crisis? NATO and Europe's...

The National Security Podcast ·

2025/05/22

Is Europe ready to defend itself without the United States? What roles do major countries like France, Germany, the UK, and partners like Australia play in this equation? How is the European defence industry responding to the war in Ukraine and rising geopolitical uncertainty?Are the Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific theatres now fully integrated in an era of global strategic competition? In this episode, Thorsten Benner and Bruno Tertrais join Rory Medcalf to explore the evolving landscape of European

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