The Cove Audio Articles

Studying past and current mass offensives improves the competitive advantage of a modern military force. For the first time in decades, the world has two near peer state adversaries facing off in conventional combat. The conflict between these two nations has presented lessons for both the combatants and analysts.

This audio article argues for the inclusion of vaccination programs within the Australian Defence Force’s regional engagement strategy.

This audio article addresses the importance of respect and co-operation between ADF and Australian Public Service personnel.

A review of the ideas presented in Brett Friedman's 'On Operations – Operational Art and Military Disciplines'.

This audio article is a semi-tongue-in-cheek look at lessons from a classic children’s storybook, with the overall message that lessons can be found in all manner of sources.

This audio article seeks to understand the Rules of Engagement. They are critical in understanding what options you have to react to a difficult combat situation.

This is an in-depth audio review of Colin S. Gray’s book Modern Strategy.

On 24 Feb 20 the US Department of Defense (DoD) announced a number of ethical guidelines as they continue to develop AI for battlefield use. In this audio article Aaron Wright looks at how four schools of ethical thought may react to the use of battlefield AI.

This audio review is a defence of the book 'Team Yankee' by Harold Coyle. Identifying how contemporary military professionals can gain value through the novel released during the Cold War. Asking: What will joint effects look like? Which systems will fail and why?

This audio article argues that there should be an increase in Reservist involvement in both Army sport and Army sanctioned sporting activities.

This audio article addresses the increasingly relevant problem of grey zone confrontation – activities that operate within that dangerous ‘grey’ area between peace and war.

In this audio article, MAJGEN Chris Field connects Good Soldiering and mission command with the daily purpose, habits, thinking and actions of our people as they operate in teams as partners, followers and leaders.

This audio article proposes that Army should incorporate more thorough civilian role play into its training scenarios.

This is an audio review of the book 'Team Yankee' by Harold Coyle. What can a book written against the backdrop of the Cold War tell us about the prospect of war between Russia and the West today? Not a lot according to Chris Johnson.

This audio article describes and recommends a framework for Australian diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific region.

This in an audio article on the subject of the recruit instructor and how to appreciate and approach the role.

How prepared are we for conventional warfare? What shift in our mindset do we need after decades of small wars? This audio article proposes three simple themes upon which to focus our training efforts.

In this audio article, Jason Moriarty reflects on his transition from Army to the corporate world and shares his insights on the soft skills of leadership.

The Chatham House Rule creates a trusted environment for understanding and solving complex problems, but do you know the true meaning of the rule? In this audio article, Mark Grigg explains its simplicity and effectiveness.

This audio article suggests measures for Army to better meet its target employment numbers.

This audio article offers advice on how to best lead reservists and navigate the unique challenges that come from commanding soldiers who are only available part-time.

This audio article uses the example of the Russo-Ukrainian war to illustrate the utility of Professional Military Education.

This audio article attempts to promote discussion over the opportunities and challenges AI technology represents for the Australian Army.

This Smart Soldier audio article delves into how to improve trust between team members to create a high-performing team.

This audio article gives a brief overview of the Australian Tunnel Rats, who were the men serving in the Engineer Field Troops in Vietnam that would explore and clear enemy tunnel networks.