Space, Defence, & Security podcast

In this episode, we examine the spectrum of insider risks and discuss effective strategies to mitigate these threats, with Garima Bisen. About the guest speaker: Garima Bisen is a dynamic security enthusiast. Armed with an MSc in Crisis and Security Management, Garima's journey began with a thrilling dive into crisis management, where she learned how to turn chaos into opportunities. Sitting with...

NOTE: Episode 56 is a follow-up of episode 55, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 55 to connect with our discussion in episode 56. In this episode, we discuss modern warfare techniques and explore the complex layers of emerging threats that challenge conventional notions of conflict, with Dr. Sean McFate. About the guest speaker: Dr. Sean McFate is a strategic maverick. Once in a g...

In this episode, we discuss modern warfare techniques and explore the complex layers of emerging threats that challenge conventional notions of conflict, with Dr. Sean McFate. About the guest speaker: Dr. Sean McFate is a strategic maverick. Once in a generation, a uniquely qualified scholar-warrior with rare insight offers a divergent vision of future war. Where others tout technology and firepow...

NOTE: Episode 54 is a follow-up of episode 53, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 53 to connect with our discussion in episode 54. In this episode, we explore transatlantic security dynamics as well as discuss the critical role of NATO in shaping the future of defence and security sphere, with Mathieu Droin. About the guest speaker: Mathieu Droin is a visiting fellow in the Europe,...

In this episode, we explore transatlantic security dynamics as well as discuss the critical role of NATO in shaping the future of defence and security sphere, with Mathieu Droin. About the guest speaker: Mathieu Droin is a visiting fellow in the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) , where he focuses on transatlantic European security and...

NOTE: Episode 52 is a follow-up of episode 51, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 51 to connect with our discussion in episode 52. In this episode, we discuss the latest space developments in Pakistan, its relationship with China, and the challenges faced by the country in scaling upstream space capabilities, with Rabeea Rasheed. About the guest speaker: Ms. Rasheed is an experienc...

In this episode, we discuss the latest space developments in Pakistan, its relationship with China, and the challenges faced by the country in scaling upstream space capabilities, with Rabeea Rasheed. About the guest speaker: Ms. Rasheed is an experienced educator in the field of astrobiology. She was the first to bring astrobiology into Pakistani schools and wrote an astrobiology textbook. In add...

NOTE: Episode 50 is a follow-up of episode 49, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 49 to connect with our discussion in episode 50. In this episode, we dissect the complex layers of the Israel-Palestine conflict by examining its regional and international dynamics, with Apoorva Iyer. About the guest speaker: Apoorva holds a BA in Political Science (Honours) from Delhi University and...

In this episode, we dissect the complex layers of the Israel-Palestine conflict by examining its regional and international dynamics, with Apoorva Iyer. About the guest speaker: Apoorva holds a BA in Political Science (Honours) from Delhi University and an MA in Intelligence and International Security from King’s College London. She has published several research papers and articles on renowned we...

Note:  Episode 48 is a follow-up of episode 47, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 47 to connect with our discussion in episode 48. In this episode, we discuss the far-reaching implications of NATO's enlargement and its profound impact on the future of Europe. We also explore the historical context of NATO expansion, examining the geopolitical shifts and security dynamics that...

In this episode, we discuss the far-reaching implications of NATO's enlargement and its profound impact on the future of Europe. We also explore the historical context of NATO expansion, examining the geopolitical shifts and security dynamics that have shaped the alliance's growth, with Dr. James Goldgeier. From the accession of new member states to the challenges and opportunities of an evolving...

Note:  Episode 46 is a follow-up of episode 45, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 45 to connect with our discussion in episode 46. In this episode, we discuss the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and its intersection with civil-military affairs, with Dr. Marek N. Posard. About the guest speaker: Dr. Marek N. Posard is a military sociologist at RAND and an affiliate faculty...

In this episode, we discuss the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and its intersection with civil-military affairs, with Dr. Marek N. Posard. About the guest speaker: Dr. Marek N. Posard is a military sociologist at RAND and an affiliate faculty member at the Pardee RAND Graduate School . His primary research areas include countering disinformation, security clearance vetting, and studying perso...

Note:  Episode 44 is a follow-up of episode 43, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 43 to connect with our discussion in episode 44. In this episode, we discuss the intersection of espionage, the space industry, and hybrid warfare from the global context, with Harini Madhusudan. About the guest speaker: Harini Madhusudan is a PhD scholar with the School of Conflict Studies, NIA...

In this episode, we discuss the intersection of espionage, the space industry, and hybrid warfare from the global context, with Harini Madhusudan. About the guest speaker: Harini Madhusudan is a PhD scholar with the School of Conflict Studies, NIAS. Her thesis looks at Militarisation in Outer Space: case studies of India, France, and Japan. She is currently a faculty with the Department of Interna...

Note:  Episode 42 is a follow-up of episode 41, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 41 to connect with our discussion in episode 42. In this episode, we delve into the heart of one of the most contentious geopolitical issues of our time – the siege on Gaza and the far-reaching consequences of Israel's ground operation, with Apoorva Iyer. About the guest speaker: Apoorva holds a...

In this episode, we delve into the heart of one of the most contentious geopolitical issues of our time – the siege on Gaza and the far-reaching consequences of Israel's ground operation, with Apoorva Iyer. About the guest speaker: Apoorva holds a BA in Political Science (Honours) from Delhi University and an MA in Intelligence and International Security from King’s College London. She has publish...

Note:  Episode 40 is a follow-up of episode 39, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 39 to very well connect with our discussion in episode 40. In episode 40, we explore the politics, challenges, and successes that define the UN peacekeeping missions, aiming to maintain peace and stability in conflict-ridden regions worldwide, with Major General (Dr) AK Bardalai. The episode als...

In episode 39, we explore the politics, challenges, and successes that define UN peacekeeping missions, aiming to maintain peace and stability in conflict-ridden regions worldwide, with Major General (Dr) AK Bardalai. The episode also provides valuable insights into the delicate balance of power, the complexities of international relations, and the humanitarian efforts that underpin these endeavor...

Note: Episode 38 is a follow-up of episode 37, so I kindly request you to first listen to episode 37 to very well connect with our discussion in episode 38. In this episode, we discuss the special operations, espionage, and the role of intelligence agencies with Michael (Mick) P. Mulroy. About the guest speaker: Michael “Mick” Patrick Mulroy is the former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for...

In this episode, we discuss the special operations, espionage, and the role of intelligence agencies with Michael (Mick) P. Mulroy. About the guest speaker: Michael “Mick” Patrick Mulroy is the former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East. Mr. Mulroy is a retired Paramilitary Operations Officer (PMOO) from the Central Intelligence Agency . His previous assignments include Chief...

In this episode, we discuss the latest intelligence failures in Israel, the country's internal security affairs, as well as the recent attack by Hamas along with shedding light on the Israel-Palestine conflict, with Dr. Avner Barnea. About the guest speaker: Dr. Avner Barnea is a former senior official with the Israel Security Agency (ISA) known also as Shabak. He gained significant expe...

In this episode, we discuss the latest intelligence failures in Israel, the country's internal security affairs, as well as the recent attack by Hamas along with shedding light on the Israel-Palestine conflict, with Dr. Avner Barnea. About the guest speaker: Dr. Avner Barnea is a former senior official with the Israel Security Agency (ISA) known also as Shabak. He gained significant expe...

In episode 34, we discuss how satellite communications and earth observation applications are game changers for Island Nations as well as how they are utilising space technologies for their economy and security infrastructure, with Marçal Sanmartí. About the guest speaker: Marçal Sanmartí is an Astropolitics analyst and a Researcher at the  New Zealand Institute of International Affair...

NOTE: Episode 33 is a continuation of episode 32. To align with the conversation in this episode, I kindly request you to first listen to episode 32. In episode 33, we discuss the early days of intelligence gathering during the colonial period to the post-independence restructuring and formation of agencies like the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) and the Intelligence Bureau (IB). Simultaneously,...