Defence & Security Podcast Network

In this episode of Defence Connect Spotlight, Regional Manager for the National Clothing Store at Ventia, Craig Patterson, and National Contract Manager – Defence at Veolia, Dale Manley, join host Liam Garman to discuss the companies' revolutionary disposal solution that provides a sustainable solution to end of life disposal for Defence uniforms across Defence bases. With an objective to deliver...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Sarah Pavillard, CEO of ADROITA, joins host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the firm's delivery of engineering, professional services and business strategy consultancy to the defence industry. Topics discussed in this podcast include: ADROITA's origin story and Pavillard's transition from the Royal Australian Navy to a career as a business owner in the de...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Major General (ret'd) Mick Ryan, David Horton (vice president, Asia-Pacific at Systematic) and Robert Wilson (business development manager, Asia-Pacific at Systematic), join editor of Defence Connect Liam Garman to discuss how the Australian Defence Force (ADF) can strengthen its posture amid changes to the threat environment. Key topics of the conve...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Andrew Hastie, shadow minister for defence, joins co-hosts Major General (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson, inaugural head of the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) Information Warfare Division and Phil Tarrant, director – defence and security at Momentum Media, to discuss Australia's broader defence strategy. • The trio begin by discussing the rapidly evol...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Graeme Bulte, CEO of Aquaterro, joins host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the company's new work to deliver next-generation capability to the Australian Defence Force.   The pair begin by announcing Aquaterro's selection to support Project LAND 159 Tranche 1 as part of a NIOA-led team recently selected by the Commonwealth government. Bulte discusses the...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, shadow assistant minister for defence Phillip Thompson joins host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the federal opposition's plans for defence and the defence industry. The pair begin the podcast unpacking the Coalition's role in opposition, with Thompson expressing his intent to shape an environment where Australia's warfighters are looked after and able t...

In this very special episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Mark Donaldson VC — now a strategic advisor for Microsoft — and Daniel Keighran VC, key account manager joint capability at Thales Australia and New Zealand, join host Phil Tarrant to discuss equipping Australia's future warfighter. The two Victoria Cross recipients discuss the importance of providing Australia's servicemen and women wit...

Lockheed Martin Space is one of the most prominent players in our global industry, responsible for everything from building spacecraft to connecting soldiers on the battlefield. In this special podcast episode, David Ball, the business' regional director for space in Australia and New Zealand, talks about why our local industry is surging and what the future holds. Ball discusses the formation of...

In this special episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Major General (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson, inaugural head of the ADF's Information Warfare Division and Phil Tarrant, director – defence and security at Momentum Media, unpack the extent of the Optus hack, and how the data breach could impact regular Australians. Looking back at similar large-scale hacks that have shocked the industry, the p...

  In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut Podcast, Dr Torsten George, vice president, corporate and product marketing at Absolute, joins Liam Garman to discuss the dynamic threat of endpoint risk — and how businesses can build a cyber security offering that expedites recovery in the event of a breach. The pair begin the podcast establishing how endpoint risk threatens small, medium and large b...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, the founder of BrothersNBooks, Australian Army Infantry Officer Dylan Conway, joins host Nastasha Tupas to discuss this year's 5in50 Challenge charity fundraiser in support of Legacy Australia, and how "the world's coolest book club" has grown from its humble beginnings — through Conway's lived experience — into a massive online community today that...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, director of Purvue Consultancy Group and 22-year Australian Army veteran Leo Purdy joins host Liam Garman to discuss the role of the infantry fighting vehicle on the modern battlefield and how LAND 400 Phase 3 will help shape the Australian Army's warfighting capabilities. The pair begin the podcast discussing the role of the infantry fighting vehicl...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, hosts Major General (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson and Phil Tarrant unpack the latest trends in the cyber security industry, from victimology through to corporate active defence capabilities. The pair begin the podcast discussing current trends in the cyber security industry, with Dr Thompson unpacking the concerns from leading chief information securi...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, the founder and chief executive officer of BenchOn, Tim Walmsley, joins host Liam Garman to discuss workforce optimisation and SME integration in Australia's defence industry. The pair begin the podcast discussing the BenchOn platform, which allows businesses to automate tender identification and talent sourcing. The podcast then continues unpacking...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, executive chairman and chief executive officer of Anduril Australia David Goodrich OAM joins host Liam Garman to discuss the company's expansion into the Australian market. The podcast begins by discussing the origin of Anduril Industries, its Lattice OS and its XL-AUV partnership with the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) and Royal Austral...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Dr Tom Winston, director of intelligence content at Dragos joins host Liam Garman to discuss the latest ransomware trends in the ICS/OT market and how companies can better build risk assessments to protect their businesses. The podcast begins with a discussion regarding Dr Winston's risk assessment white paper, and how to enhance communication b...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, author and historian Dr Will Davies joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss battlefield tours on the Western Front. The podcast begins by discussing Dr Davies' entry into writing WWI history and battlefield touring, providing recommendations on ideal ways to tour the battlefields. The pair then discuss Dr Davies' research into WWI battlefield combatants,...

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) diplomat and folk singer Fred Smith joins host Liam Garman to reflect on Australia's 20-year commitment to Afghanistan and last year's humanitarian mission at Kabul International Airport. The pair begin the podcast discussing Smith ' s background, and how he came to use music as a tool to bring communiti...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, hosts Major General (Ret'd) Marcus Thomspon and Phil Tarrant are joined by Adam McCarthy, CEO of ParaFlare. The podcast unpacks the genesis of ParaFlare, and how McCarthy's lessons as a signaller in the military helped build the foundations of the company. The trio discuss the core offerings of the company including active cyber defence – or mor...

This episode of the Defence Connect Podcast examines the Albanese government's recently unveiled Defence Strategic Review. The podcast begins unpacking the latest news and updates from defence industry, including Raytheon's contract for F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler services, Defence's commitment to keep flying the F-35A and Leidos' acquisition of a special mission business unit from Cobh...

In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, former naval officer and defence industry analyst Chris Skinner joins host Liam Garman to unpack the great submarine debate as Australia continues on the path to acquiring nuclear submarine capabilities. The pair begin the podcast examining why Australian industry capability must be factored into the submarine task force's scope of research. The podc...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and MAJGEN (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson unpack the latest events in cyber security within Australia and beyond. The podcast begins with an analysis of the impact of recent Commonwealth cyber security legislation and regulation on small businesses; It continues with an examination into the nexus between business and security, assess...

In this special crossover podcast between Defence Connect and Space Connect, host Adam Thorn discusses the future of ISR satellites with Kleos' co-founder, Andy Bowyer. Kleos is a "spy satellite" company that is based in Luxembourg, though listed on the ASX. The satellites are designed to identify illegal activity on Earth by detecting radio frequencies rather than images. Bowyer discusses how Kle...

In this special crossover edition of the Defence Connect and Space Connect podcasts, host Bella Richards sits down with the Commander of the Defence Space Command, Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts. The pair discuss the objectives of the new Defence Space Command and why the command is so significant as space becomes more congested and contested. AVM Roberts shares some standout experiences throu...

In this episode of the Cyber Security Uncut podcast, Rob Parker, partner at Deloitte Australia, joins hosts Major General (Ret'd) Marcus Thompson and Phil Tarrant to discuss how Deloitte Australia is helping service Australia's cyber needs. The podcast begins with a discussion on the growing consideration for cyber security within the federal government, including through the recent appointment of...