The Defence Connect Podcast Network hosts a unique series of podcasts, featuring discussions with key enablers from across the Australian defence industry.
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CYBER UNCUT: Nation-state cyber threats – how Australian organisations must prepare, with Rapid7’s Raj Samani
In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, Raj Samani, senior vice president and chief scientist at Rapid 7, joins host Liam Garman to unpack how nation-state threats are actively targeting Australian organisations – and how we can proactively prepare for future attacks. They begin the podcast by looking at those groups that are most actively targeting Australian organisations and how their strategies are different from traditional cyber crime. Samani then unpacks some of the most common mistakes he sees from Australian organisations that are leaving them vulnerable to ransomware, before diving into the operating models of these threat actors, from negotiations and double extortion tactics. The pair then wrap up the podcast by looking at how companies can improve their post-breach response and resilience and the actionable steps they must take to stay ahead of emerging risks. To listen to Samani’s previous appearance on the Cyber Uncut podcast, click here. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Uncut team.
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SPOTLIGHT: Unveiling the power of wargaming in modern military strategy
In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, James Moorhouse, director of wargaming at Atturra, joins host Liam Garman to explore the crucial role of wargaming in helping soldiers, sailors and aviators engage with the kill chain in a fail-safe environment. Throughout the podcast, also available on YouTube, Moorhouse and Garman delve into how wargaming serves as a platform to experiment with various strategies in an educational and analytical setting. Key discussion points include: The history of wargaming and how an investment during the Obama administration revolutionised military professionals’ understanding of the kill chain. Moorhouse introduces Atturra’s Battle Chess, a game designed to illustrate how capabilities can interact and influence one another in a domain-agnostic environment. The duo further explores how Battle Chess helps professionals understand the layering of capabilities, strategic conundrums and military dilemmas. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
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SPOTLIGHT: Training – the key to success in joint operations
In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Matt Martin, Senior Manager Business Development at CAE USA, joins host Liam Garman to discuss how Defence forces can drive proficiency in joint operations and how synthetic technologies underpin modern training environments. The podcast begins by discussing those critical skills that enable individuals, teams and units to become successful in joint operations. Martin then unpacks the benefits of synthetic training in mission rehearsal and operations, and the role of data and analytics in the modern training environment. They wrap up the podcast examining how live virtual-constructive training exercises can enhance interoperability and training for joint operations. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
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CYBER UNCUT: Helping executives understand company cyber security, with 4walls’ Nik Devidas
In this episode of the Cyber Uncut podcast, 4walls founder and managing director Nik Devidas sat down with host Liam Garman to discuss the technological knowledge gap between company boards and strong cyber security and how 4walls is closing it. The podcast starts by outlining how boards can be overwhelmed with technical language and information when dealing with cyber security. The pair then discuss the concept of maintaining and updating an understanding of cyber security to keep up with an ever-evolving landscape. Speaking of a changing landscape, Devidas and Garman finish up by weighing up the impact of AI on the cyber security landscape and how organisations are adopting the technology without introducing protective controls. Enjoy the podcast, The Cyber Uncut team
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Tariffs, peace (maybe) in Ukraine and a shifting global power struggle
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, hosts Steve Kuper and Robert Dougherty explore the recent wave of international announcements, such as the Ukraine 30-day ceasefire, USA tariffs and Australia’s future role in the global order. The pair discuss a range of topics, including: The newly announced tariffs of 25 per cent on all imported steel and aluminium into the United States and Australia’s absolute horror at not attaining an exemption. The continuing discussion regarding the US-led peace deal in Ukraine, Ukraine’s acceptance of the US proposal and a look at US President Donald Trump’s endgame for the negotiations and minerals remuneration. The global shifts in international power, the emerging "large over small country" global order and Australia's role in a new sphere of influence strategy. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
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