Defence & Security Podcast Network
Momentum Media
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° platform that bridges the gap between the customer (Defence) and industry.
We split our focus not just into the traditional sectors of Land (Army), Air (Air Force) and Sea (Navy), but into the six new Capability Streams:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare and Cyber
- Key Enablers
- Air and Sea Lift
- Maritime and Anti-Submarine Warfare
- Strike and Air Combat
- Land Combat and Amphibious Warfare
As Defence moves to ensure the Force Structure Review and the First Principles Review: Creating One Defence plans are met, Australian industry involvement is critical for mission success.
The Defence & Security Podcast Network will provide you and your business with valuable lessons, tips and insights into the industry, putting your company in the best position to take part in the increased Defence spending.
We'll cover every aspect of doing business in the defence industry, from the tender process to recruitment, success stories, access points to Defence, smart business strategies, and geopolitical insights.
Subscribe to the Defence & Security Podcast Network and be part of this exciting and innovative 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° platform that bridges the gap between the customer (Defence) and industry.
We split our focus not just into the traditional sectors of Land (Army), Air (Air Force) and Sea (Navy), but into the six new Capability Streams:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare and Cyber
- Key Enablers
- Air and Sea Lift
- Maritime and Anti-Submarine Warfare
- Strike and Air Combat
- Land Combat and Amphibious Warfare
As Defence moves to ensure the Force Structure Review and the First Principles Review: Creating One Defence plans are met, Australian industry involvement is critical for mission success.
The Defence & Security Podcast Network will provide you and your business with valuable lessons, tips and insights into the industry, putting your company in the best position to take part in the increased Defence spending.
We'll cover every aspect of doing business in the defence industry, from the tender process to recruitment, success stories, access points to Defence, smart business strategies, and geopolitical insights.
Subscribe to the Defence & Security Podcast Network and be part of this exciting and innovative industry.
Episodes
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Oct 9, 2023 • 50min
CYBER SECURITY UNCUT: Demystifying artificial intelligence in cyber security, with Absolute Software's Nicko van Someren
In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Absolute Software chief technology officer Nicko van Someren joins host Liam Garman to unpack how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) can be used by both cyber response teams and threat actors – and AI/ML's inherent limitations. The pair begin the podcast by demarcating AI and advanced ML and how the inability of individuals to grasp the full potential of AI is hampering its continued development in business applications. Van Someren and Garman then unpack how AI is being used by threat actors and response teams, from automated anomaly detection through to code generation. The pair wrap up the podcast by unpacking van Someren's philosophy on neural networks, how businesses need to embed a culture of cyber resilience and how Absolute Software can help businesses on their cyber security journey. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Uncut team
Oct 2, 2023 • 25min
CYBER SECURITY UNCUT: From security to AI and emerging technology – helping businesses leverage the cyber revolution with Cyber Daily
In this transformative episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and Liam Garman announce the upcoming rebrand of Cyber Security Connect to Cyber Daily and the launch of the reinvigorated Cyber Uncut podcast. Following the success of Cyber Security Connect, Cyber Daily will unpack and analyse all areas of digital transformation – ranging from cyber security, artificial intelligence and information systems through to modern digitally enabled business solutions to help Australian organisations leverage the cyber revolution. We hope you enjoy the podcast, and our hosts will be back next week with the newly launched Cyber Uncut podcast. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Security Uncut team
Sep 28, 2023 • 36min
SPOTLIGHT: Driving forward Australia's maritime capability, with Sir Nick Hine
In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Sir Nick Hine, Babcock's managing director AUKUS and international and the United Kingdom's former Second Sea Lord, joins host Liam Garman to examine Babcock's Arrowhead frigate – and how the Arrowhead, the base design of the UK's Type 31 frigate, addresses a range of issues facing today's navies. The podcast begins unpacking how Babcock is actively supporting the AUKUS agenda, before detailing the myriad of problems facing Australian and allied navies including the price and availability of platforms. Sir Nick then details how the Arrowhead offers a lower cost, quicker to build and reduced crewed solution that relies on modularity. The pair wrap up the podcast discussing how the company is collaborating with navies across the world including Poland and Indonesia, and how the capability can be adapted to their unique needs without risking requirement creep. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team
Sep 22, 2023 • 34min
Setting veterans up for success, with Bravery Trust CEO Belinda Wilson
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, Belinda Wilson – chief executive officer of Bravery Trust – and Murray Bruce, Bravery Trust ambassador and vice-president science, engineering and technology at Leidos Australia, join host Liam Garman to discuss the fourth annual Bravery Trek and how Bravery Trust supports the veterans community. The podcast begins unpacking how Bravery Trust delivers essential help to veterans and their families, providing financial support, counselling, and education. The trio then discuss Bruce's mammoth task of completing four marathons in 44 days to raise money as part of this year's Bravery Trek. The podcast wraps up discussing how Bravery Trust collaborates with other veterans organisations for the wellbeing of the veterans community and how Bravery Trust will continue to support veterans in the future. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Sep 18, 2023 • 38min
CYBER SECURITY UNCUT: Defending your business against third-party and supply chain risk
In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, hosts Liam Garman and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson unpack how businesses can implement protocols to protect their systems from third-party compromise. In the podcast, the pair examine the recent TissuPath and Pareto data breaches, observing that no matter how secure an organisation's networks may be – externally hosted data is always at risk. Dr Thompson and Garman then discuss how businesses must develop a whole-of-company response to data breaches from IT teams through to the media and legal departments. They wrap up the podcast by examining reputational risk and how only 27 per cent of Australian companies revealed their cyber incidents to the relevant authorities. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Security Uncut team
Sep 14, 2023 • 39min
Australia's Echidna Strategy, with Sam Roggeveen, Lowy Institute
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, senior analyst Steve Kuper is joined by Sam Roggeveen, director of the Lowy Institute's International Security Program, to discuss the Echidna Strategy in the context of great power competition. The pair begin the podcast discussing Roggeveen's career working across Australia's defence and foreign policy apparatus, including with the Office of National Assessments, Defence Intelligence Organisation, and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs. The pair then discuss the politics of Roggeveen's first book – Our Very Own Brexit: Australia's Hollow Politics and Where it Could Lead Us – and the implications domestic political polarisation and collapsing support for the major parties will have on Australia's future position and security in the Indo-Pacific. The pair then discuss the historic basis of Australia's defence policy and doctrine, beginning with the Forward Defence doctrine, then moving through the Defence of Australia-era to the current incarnation, as identified through the Defence Strategic Review, and the implications of major decisions like the AUKUS submarines. Finally, the pair discuss Roggeveen's latest book, The Echidna Strategy: Australia's Search for Power and Peace, the basis for its central thesis, the implications for Australia's defence posture and force structure as the nation seeks power and peace in the era of great power competition. Enjoy the podcast The Defence Connect team
Sep 7, 2023 • 43min
DIY conflict reporting and the Ukraine War, with Corporal Matthew 'Willy' Williams OAM
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty is joined by Australian Army Corporal (Ret'd) and Afghan veteran Matthew " Willy" Williams (Order of Australia Medal) to discuss citizen conflict reporting and his coverage of the ongoing Ukraine War. Corporal Williams was previously deployed as a private to Afghanistan with the Australian Army, leaving as a corporal in 2020 and undertaking a radical career change to operate the 130,000-subscriber Willy OAM independent journalism YouTube channel. The pair discuss Willy's experiences as a veteran, the support he received after leaving the Army, and his sideways career choice to become a travelling civilian conflict reporter. They then discuss the impact of a terminal brain cancer diagnosis on his 22nd birthday, his efforts to promote brain cancer awareness initiatives, and receiving an OAM in the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List. They also discuss his ongoing daily analysis of the Ukraine War through public crowd-sourced maps and how to split fact from fiction in the modern world of military propaganda. They then detail Willy's own interactions and interviews with military volunteers – from Australia, the US, and Russia – their motivations, and concerns. Finally, the pair take stock of the conflict, discussing worst-case scenarios, what it's like on the ground, and how it's likely to end. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Sep 6, 2023 • 43min
CYBER SECURITY UNCUT: How are cyber criminals targeting businesses? With Rapid7's Christiaan Beek
In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Christiaan Beek, senior director of threat analytics at Rapid7, joins host Liam Garman to discuss Rapid7's 2023 Mid-Year Threat Review, unpacking the latest cyber security trends facing businesses and detailing need-to-know intelligence to keep Australian businesses safe. The pair begin the podcast analysing the most common threat vectors that are being exploited by cyber criminals, including unpatched software and old hardware systems, before discussing how businesses can implement strategies to minimise these threats. Beek and Garman then dive into the world of ransomware, examining the operating model of cyber gangs and how the dark web serves as a marketplace for threat actors. They then analyse how businesses can be breached through downstream attacks and insider threats before wrapping up with some practical security guidance for businesses. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Security Uncut team
Sep 4, 2023 • 35min
CYBER SECURITY UNCUT: What does Australia's new cyber security regulations mean for your business? With Claroty's Leon Poggioli
In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Leon Poggioli, ANZ regional director at Claroty, joins host Liam Garman to discuss new cyber security requirements for Australian businesses, and how organisations can leverage cyber as a competitive advantage. The podcast begins analysing recent findings from Claroty's research arm, Team82, that has discovered 95 IoT CVEs this calendar year alone, before unpacking the new and emerging regulatory requirements for Australian businesses under SLACIP. Poggioli then details common threat vectors impacting businesses including unpatched software and overlooked hardware such as CCTV cameras, and how businesses can create remediation programs to protect their networks. The pair then discuss the risks of failing to meet new SLACIP obligations including loss of business and potential liabilities for directors, and how businesses should view cyber security as a competitive advantage to attract talent and enhance business continuity. The podcast wraps up with some top tips to keep your business safe, and how Claroty can help protect your organisation. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Security Uncut team
Aug 31, 2023 • 21min
The latest in defence industry innovation from the Chief of Army Symposium
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, Defence Connect's Liam Garman and Benjamin Foster report from the Chief of Army Symposium in Perth, discussing the latest in industry and Defence innovation. The pair begin the podcast unpacking Army's strategy towards innovation, including empowering the warfighters to develop disruptive technologies as part of the MakerSpace Program. Foster and Garman then unpack the ADF's solution to workforce constraints. The podcast wraps up examining some of the disruptive technological solutions presented during the   symposium. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team
