Saltwater Strategists

In this episode of the #saltwaterstrategists, Goldrick Seminar series we hear from Rear Admiral Matt Buckley, Head Nuclear-Powered Submarine Capability on Australian Nuclear-Powered Submarines: Addressing the why? This is a recording Rear Admiral Buckley’s address at the Australian Naval Institute’s Goldrick Conference held in Canberra on 19 October. Rear Admiral Buckley outlines the case for nucl...

In this episode of the #saltwaterstrategists, Goldrick Seminar series we hear from Professor Bec Strating, Director of La Trobe Asia and and a Professor of Politics and International Relations at La Trobe University on the influence of sea power on Australia’s security. This is a recording Professor Strating’s address at the Australian Naval Institute’s Goldrick Conference held in Canberra on 19 O...

In this episode of the Saltwater Strategists, Goldrick Seminar series we hear from Associate Professor Michelle Voyer from the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources & Security (ANCORS) on the topic of sea power and the blue economy. This is a recording Associate Professor Voyer’s address at the Australian Naval Institute’s Goldrick Conference held in Canberra on 19 October 2023.

In this episode of ‘The Saltwater Strategists,’ the focus is on countering Chinese maritime grey zone activities in the Indo-Pacific. ANI Councillor Jen Parker and her guest Lisa Curtis discuss the concept of the ‘Grey Zone’ and its manifestation in the region, highlighting specific instances of Chinese maritime aggression. They delve into United States' perspective on addressing these activities...

In this episode of the Saltwater Strategists, Dive into the future of maritime innovation with Commodore Colin Corridan, the Commander of Task Force 59, in an engaging episode of the ANI Saltwater Strategists podcast. From the inception of Task Force 59 to its groundbreaking strides in artificial intelligence and uncrewed systems, this conversation unveils the Navy's cutting-edge transformation. E...

In this wide ranging and thought-provoking episode of the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Sam Fairall-Lee speaks with Michael Shoebridge, CEO of Strategic Analysis Australia and one of Australia’s leading strategic thinkers. Together they explore some of the drivers of China’s rise, and of its emergence as a rich, powerful and expansionist Indo-Pacific power. They discuss some of China’s eco...

A staple of the Australian Naval Institute (ANI) annual calendar, the Vernon Parker Oration is given by distinguished Australian or international speakers on a strategic or naval theme of the orator’s choosing. The Oration is named after Commodore Vernon Parker who was a founder and inaugural President of the ANI. For the 2023 Vernon Parker Oration the ANI was honoured to have Her Excellency The H...

In this engaging episode of the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Jen Parker engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Richard Dunley, a Senior Lecturer in history at UNSW Canberra. Together, they explore the outcomes of the recent Australian National Audit Office report on Australia's future frigate, the Hunter class, and delve into several of the report's recommendations. Staying...

In this episode of the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Jen Parker speaks with Dr Bec Strating, a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations about Australia’s recently released Defence Strategic Review (DSR). Jen and Bec discuss the key takeaways from the DSR and the implications for Australia’s maritime security and the structure of the Royal Australian Navy.

In this episode of the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Jen Parker speaks with Dr Marcus Hellyer, a highly-regarded defence and security expert. Together, they delve into pressing issues related to the recently announced AUKUS submarine optimal pathway, long-range strike options and impactful projection, future Royal Australian Navy capability challenges and the potential maritime themes of t...

In this episode of the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Jen Parker speaks with Commodore Peter Scott Retired, who previously served as the Head of Profession of the Submarine Arm of the Royal Australian Navy and commanded multiple submarines. Peter shares his remarkable career experiences, including challenges, successes, and failures as a leader. Opening Series 2 of the ANI’s flag ship Podca...

Series 2 of the Saltwater Strategists coming soon. The Australian Naval Institute is launching Series 2 of their podcast, "The Saltwater Strategists," which will explore maritime security and defense issues in the Indo-Pacific region. This series will cover the latest trends and developments in maritime capabilities and security challenges facing the region. The podcast will discuss the impact of...

In the final Saltwater Strategists episode for season 1, ANI Councillor Simon Walstrom talks with Professor John Blaxland from the Australian National University, who is respected for his views and thoughts on domestic and regional defence, security and intelligence issues in the Indo-Pacific region. Simon and John discuss and debate the events or "Zeitenwende" of 2022 and the possible implication...

Following the 10 year anniversary of the Marine Rotational Force’s first deployment to Darwin, ANI Councillor Jen Parker discusses Indo-Pacific security with Brigadier General Joseph Clearfield, Deputy Commander U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific. In the fifth episode of the ANI’s flag ship Podcast series, the Saltwater Strategists, the Podcast discusses the US Marine Corps Forces, Pacific’s footpr...

In the shadow of the recent US, Pacific Island Country summit ANI Councillor Jen Parker sat down with Professor Stuart Kaye, the Director of the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security to discuss the law of the sea and strategic competition in the Pacific. In the fourth episode of the ANI’s flag ship Podcast series, the Saltwater Strategists, the Podcast discusses developments...

In the third episode of the ANI’s flag ship podcast the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Council Board Member Simon Walstrom talks to US Navy RADM (Rtd.) Jeffrey Harley and Dr Paul Mitchell who is the current Professor of Defence studies at the Canadian Forces College. A hugely decorated former RADM in the United States Navy with senior appointments including assignments with the US 7th Fleet and a prev...

In the second episode of the ANI’s flag ship Podcast series, the Saltwater Strategists, ANI Councillor Jen Parker talks to Rear Admiral Steve Moorhouse, RN, OBE. Rear Admiral Moorhouse commanded the UK’s first Carrier Strike Group deployment to the Indo-Pacific since Hong Kong was transferred from the UK to China in 1997 and is currently serving as the Royal Navy’s Director Force Generation. In li...

On this inaugural Saltwater Strategists: Pacific Series Podcast ANI Councillor Jen Parker talks to Dr Anthony Bergin, a senior fellow with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute about the maritime security challenges facing the Pacific.

A short summary of what to expect from the Saltwater Strategists: The Pacific Series.