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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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38:27

CYBER UNCUT: NVIDIA's earnings up, Black Friday...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/24

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, David Hollingworth is joined by Bethany Alvaro to talk about all things Australia and cyber security! The pair kick things off with some AI news. NVIDIA announced record earnings as the AI bubble steadfastly refuses to burst, and ChatGPT's curious new group chat feature. Hollingworth and Alvaro then talk about cyber crime, with scammers gleefully preparing to take advantage of Black Friday sales, Optus getting pinged over falling afoul of anti-scam

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07:55

Building a resilient, competitive industrial base...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/20

In this special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by the co-founder and CEO of Anduril Industries, Brian Schimpf, as they talk about building an allied industrial base and the intricacies involved. Recorded live at Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition 2025, the pair also discuss a range of subjects, including: The mechanics behind developing and implementing a comprehensive industry policy in a developed nation. The lessons of pre-Second World War

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28:43

SPOTLIGHT: The future of Defence's digital...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/18

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Leighton Freene and Murray Thompson of Kinetic IT as they unpack the mechanics shaping the digital transformation of the Australian Defence Force. The trio also discuss a range of subjects, including: The pivotal role of digital technologies as the backbone of the ADF's shift towards an increasingly information-driven, technology-enabled "integrated, focused force". The growing complexities, opportunities and

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31:08

CYBER UNCUT: Proofpoint's Ryan Kalember and Adrian...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/17

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, David Hollingworth catches up with Proofpoint's chief strategy officer, Ryan Kalember, and vice president of systems engineering for the APJ region, Adrian Covich, while attending the Proofpoint Protect Tour in Melbourne. The three talk about the high-level trends and concerns they're seeing from CISOs both in Australia and abroad and the very real challenges of dealing with a fast-paced and ever-evolving threat landscape. Enjoy the episode, The Cyber

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35:01

CONTESTED GROUND: Hacktivists target ADF program,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/14

In this episode of the Contested Ground podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Liam Garman, and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson unpack two unfolding challenges shaping Australia's strategic outlook, an Iran-linked cyber breach exposing sensitive defence data, and China's latest move to outmanoeuvre Canberra in the Pacific. The discussion opens with the major cyber breach linked to Iran-aligned actors, exposing sensitive information from Australian defence programs through vulnerabilities in overseas

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49:42

THE PROGRESS REPORT: Authentic leadership,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/12

What does it mean to lead with honesty, show vulnerability, and embrace your authentic self – even when life feels chaotic? In this episode of The Progress Report, host Tash Taylor sits down with Rebecca Woolnough, area manager - Oceania for SMART Technologies, to unpack what true resilience and self-leadership look like beyond the polished titles and structured systems. From navigating self-doubt and impostor moments to learning how to "be the hurricane", Bec shares a refreshingly raw and honest

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35:14

SPOTLIGHT: Empowering the digital transformation of...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/11

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Tim West, John Hillsdon and Mohammad Siddique from DXC Technology to unpack the digital transformation of the Australian Defence Force. Together they discuss a range of topics, including: The central role of digital technologies as the backbone of the increasingly information and technology-driven "integrated, focused force" that the ADF is becoming. The complexities, opportunities and challenges emerging from

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43:11

CYBER UNCUT: Lumify Work's Louis Cremen talks about...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/10

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, host Liam Garman is joined by Lumify Work's lead cyber security instructor, Louis Cremen, for a talk about all things AI, from how best to protect sensitive data to managing AI governance. The pair start things off with a discussion about how AI is rapidly transforming workplaces and how organisations must prioritise governance to protect data integrity and output decisions. Cremen and Garman follow that up with a look at how attackers are leveraging AI to

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28:24

SPOTLIGHT: Change through collaboration – the future...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/05

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Robert Dougherty sits down with PentenAmio executive co-chair Matthew Wilson to discuss the rapidly evolving world of secure communications. The pair examine the redefined world of sovereign capability in secure mobile communications, artificial intelligence-enabled cyber defence and electronic deception technologies. In the lead-up to the Military Communications and Information Systems Conference 2025 and the Indo Pacific International

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43:34

SPOTLIGHT: The role of AUKUS Pillar 2 in shaping the...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/04

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Zac Smith of Leidos Australia and Dr Malcolm Davis of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute to unpack the role of AUKUS Pillar 2 and the future of the Australian Defence Force. The trio discuss a range of topics as they navigate the still murky world of AUKUS Pillar 2 and what it means for the future of the Australian Defence Force, including: The need for AUKUS partners to focus their efforts in supporting

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47:29

CYBER UNCUT: OpenAI and mental health, government...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/11/03

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Daniel Croft and David Hollingworth talk about the latest AI news, the week in cyber crime, Tasmanian government breach woes, and Australia signing an important UN cyber crime treaty. The pair kick things off with some AI news, including OpenAI opening up about how many of its users talk about their mental health challenges with the bot, and the company's latest move to create AI music. Hollingworth and Croft then move on to cyber crime in Australia. A

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17:59

The Defence and Veterans' Service Commission launch...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/30

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Bethany Alvaro speaks with Isaac Ohlin, general manager of policy and services at RSL NSW, about the establishment of the Defence and Veterans' Service Commission – launched on 29 September 2025 in response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide (2021). The pair discuss the commission's purpose, challenges and impact on Australia's defence and veteran communities, including: The commission's role in providing independent

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40:37

THE PROGRESS REPORT: Leadership, mental health and...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/29

Ever wondered what it takes to lead with resilience while balancing life, career and wellbeing? In this episode of The Progress Report, Tash Taylor sits down with Marisa Branscombe, head of marketing communication at Atturra, to talk about leadership, resilience, and the human side of managing teams in high-pressure environments. Marisa shares how her career evolved from rural media to leading people-focused initiatives across male-dominated industries, and how her passion for supporting others has

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38:12

SPOTLIGHT: The digital transformation reshaping the...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Mark Gainsford and Matt Dodds of Systematic to discuss the digital transformation shaping the Australian Defence Force. The trio also examine how, in an era of renewed great power competition, the ADF must adapt to warfare defined by data, speed and contested information environments. They highlight that the pace of technological and operational change demands tools to cut through "information noise" and deliver

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35:59

SPOTLIGHT: HIMARS, the littoral and maritime strike,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/27

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, special returning host Liam Garman is joined by Lockheed Martin’s Josh Woodward and Wayne Harrison to discuss the transformational impact of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System for the Australian Defence Force. The trio discuss the range of ways HIMARS will serve as a significant transformation in Australia’s approach to littoral and long-range strike warfare. They also discuss how HIMARS, when armed with precision-guided munitions such

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44:40

CYBER UNCUT: Wikipedia’s AI woes, Tassie NFP hit by...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/27

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Daniel Croft and David Hollingworth talk about the latest AI news, the week in cyber crime, an important Aussie merger, and how a Hollywood actor is reclaiming his identity. The pair kick things off with some AI news, including Wikipedia woes, OpenAI’s Atlas, and Yelp’s new AI travel offering. Hollingworth and Croft then move on to the latest in cyber crime on Australian shores, but not before exploring the merger of AUCyber and 5G Networks. Hollingworth

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29:05

CONTESTED GROUND: From PNG to Gaza – what’s defining...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/24

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Daniel Croft and David Hollingworth touch on the latest in AI and how state governments are regulating its use, the Qantas leak and the 5 million people impacted, and we chat about major cyber attacks with SolarWinds CISO Tim Brown. Croft and Hollingworth begin by discussing the fight that CBA has ignited with the Finance Sector Union and former staff after they botched an AI rollout. The pair then discuss the massive Qantas hack, the 5 million people

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58:27

Veteran Games, defence treaties and ADF recruitment,...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/23

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty is joined by returning guest Heston Russell – a public speaker, author and former Australian Special Forces officer – to discuss the 2025 Veteran Games and the recent grand finals held on the Gold Coast (11 and 12 October). Russell has previously served in 2nd Commando Regiment as a commando platoon commander, was deployed to four combat operational deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, served in Iraq as a Special

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37:49

SPOTLIGHT: Naval infrastructure at the core of...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/21

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, host Steve Kuper is joined by Tony Rogers, Brian Weinstein and Scott Keane of Stantec to discuss the role and importance of naval infrastructure to modern navies. The group discuss a range of subjects including: The global pressures being felt by contemporary Western naval infrastructure and the growing demands placed on physical infrastructure to support increasingly capable navy surface and submarine fleets. The importance of not just

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53:56

CYBER UNCUT: CBA’s AI woes, the Qantas leak, and a...

Defence & Security Podcast Network ·

2025/10/20

In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Daniel Croft and David Hollingworth touch on the latest in AI and how state governments are regulating its use, the Qantas leak and the 5 million people impacted, and we chat about major cyber attacks with SolarWinds CISO Tim Brown. Croft and Hollingworth begin by discussing the fight that CBA has ignited with the Finance Sector Union and former staff after they botched an AI rollout. The pair then discuss the massive Qantas hack, the 5 million people

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