
The National Security Podcast
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Expert analysis, insights and opinion on the national security challenges facing Australia and the Indo-Pacific.
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Expert analysis, insights and opinion on the national security challenges facing Australia and the Indo-Pacific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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@APPSpolicyforum
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English
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Episodes
Who decides? Courts, citizenship, and national security
3/6/2025
How does the exercise of judicial power shape national security law and policymaking in Australia?
What legal safeguards exist to balance civil liberties and national security?
Why do the principles of citizenship matter in Australia’s legal system and national security decisions?
In this episode, Rebecca Anania-Welsh and Sangeetha Pillai join Danielle Ireland-Piper to explore the separation of powers in national security law in Australia, the role of courts, and the challenges surrounding citizenship laws.
Associate Professor Rebecca Ananian-Welsh is a constitutional law scholar and Editor of the University of Queensland Law Journal at the TC Beirne School of Law, The University of Queensland.
Dr Sangeetha Pillai is a constitutional lawyer and writer, and an expert on Australian citizenship, migration and refugee law.
Associate Professor Danielle-Ireland Piper is Academic Director at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes
· NSC academic programs – find out more
· Reassessing national security law for modern threats
· Why national security law is “more than the sum of its parts”
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Duration:00:43:09
Contest for the High North: Greenland and Arctic security
2/26/2025
Why is everyone suddenly talking about Greenland?
How will Arctic security be impacted by rising great power competition?
How have US neighbours and allies responded?
In this episode, Iselin Németh Winther and Heather Exner-Pirot join David Andrews to explore the evolving significance of Arctic security, the uncertainties for Greenland under Donald Trump, and the potential impact of Arctic power dynamics on global governance.
Iselin Németh Winther is a researcher at the Fridtjof Nansen Institute in Oslo. She specialises in the geopolitics and security dynamics of the Arctic.
Dr Heather Exner-Pirot is a Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute in Ottawa and Managing Editor of The Arctic Yearbook.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes
· NSC academic programs – find out more
· We Went to Greenland to Ask About a Trump Takeover
· Why Donald Trump wants Greenland
· The long struggle for Greenland
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Duration:00:46:18
BRICS and the global order: shifting tides or a club of convenience?
2/20/2025
Is BRICS primarily a challenge to Western-led institutions, or does it serve a broader purpose in global governance?
How effective has BRICS been at pursuing its objectives?
Does BRICS membership provide newer states with greater strategic influence through engagement with major economies like China, India, and Russia?
In this episode, Flavia Zimmermann and Fitriani join David Andrews to explore the evolving role of BRICS, its effectiveness, and its potential influence on global governance and power dynamics.
Dr Flavia Bellieni Zimmermann is a Lecturer in Public Policy in the school of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne and an international political analyst.
Dr Fitriani is a senior analyst with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute's Cyber, Technology and Security program, specialising in hybrid threats in the Indo-Pacific, as well as foreign policy and non-traditional security issues.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes
find out moreJoining BRICS, Indonesia sticks with multi-alignment strategy BRICS 20252025 UNFCCC COP 30
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Duration:00:46:44
Africa: Australia’s Indo-Pacific “blind spot”
2/12/2025
How should Australia strengthen engagement with Africa?
How do perceptions of Africa influence Australia’s approach to bilateral and regional partnerships, and what opportunities might we be overlooking?
How do African nations view China? And how does China shape the dynamics of African geopolitics?
In this episode, Babatunde Obamamoye, Matthew Neuhaus and Lisa Filipetto join David Andrews and Melissa Permezel to discuss opportunities and barriers to Africa–Australia relations and the role of perception in engagement.
Dr Babatunde Obamamoye is a sessional lecturer in the Department of International Relations at the Australian National University (ANU).
Matthew Neuhaus is an Honorary Professor at the ANU College of Law.
Lisa Filipetto AM is a former United Nations Assistant Secretary General, leading the UN Peace Operations Support Mission in Somalia from 2018 to 2023.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
Dr Melissa Permezel is an Advisor at NSC’s Futures Hub and the convenor of NSC’s Africa Working Group.
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Show notes
find out moreAustralia needs to take Africa seriously – really, this timeIbrahim Index of African Governance
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Duration:00:47:21
The power of fiction and storytelling in understanding national security
2/6/2025
How can fiction and storytelling effectively engage the public with the complex challenges of national security?
How does storytelling bridge gaps in historical narratives and deepen our understanding of contemporary conflicts?
How can fiction help project future scenarios and explore potential outcomes?
In this episode, Misha Zelinsky and Mick Ryan join David Andrews to explore the intersection of fiction and national security – sharing personal experiences on how storytelling can shape public perceptions, and inspire action in the realm.
Misha Zelinsky is an Expert Associate with the ANU National Security College. He is a leading authority on the rise of global authoritarianism, a Fulbright Scholar, economist, lawyer, and author.
Major General (Retd) Mick Ryan AM is a Senior Fellow for Military Studies in the Lowy Institute’s International Security Program. He spent 35 years in the Australian Army and had the honour of commanding soldiers at multiple levels.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at NSC.
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find out moreThe Sun Will RiseWhite Sun War: The Campaign for TaiwanZero Day
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Duration:00:42:34
Think you can identify misinformation online? Research shows you probably can’t
12/18/2024
Only three percent of Australian adults were able to demonstrate the ability to verify information online, in a recent study.
How can media literacy help inoculate citizens against mis- and disinformation?
Why are critical thinking and media skills essential in a thriving democracy?
And how can best-practice examples from around the globe and leading domestic research help shape the recently announced National Media Literacy Strategy?
In this episode, Tanya Notley and Sora Park join Tim Wilford to discuss Australian media habits, media literacy, and how people can better equip themselves to identify mis/disinformation.
Professor Sora Park is a Professor of Communication and a Professorial Research Fellow at the University of Canberra's News and Media Research Centre.
Associate Professor Tanya Notley is an Associate Professor at Western Sydney University's Institute for Culture and Society.
Tim Wilford is Senior Manager, Policy and Engagement at the ANU National Security College.
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Show notes:
programsDigital news report: AustraliaAdult media literacy in 2024News and young AustraliansTowards a national media literacy strategyOnline misinformation in AustraliaNews media assistance programMedia literacy and education in Finlandhere
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Duration:00:41:45
Pat Conroy on defending Australia and Pacific partnerships
12/11/2024
How can Australia continue to champion the rules-based order, while balancing its strategic relationships and defence priorities?
How is the government modernising the Australian Defence Force to address evolving challenges?
What is Australia doing to ensure it remains the partner of choice in the Pacific? And how does the NRL deal with PNG impact security in the region?
In this episode, Pat Conroy joins Rory Medcalf to discuss his strategic worldview, Australia’s ties with the Pacific and the Albanese Government’s continued push to invest more in the Australian Defence Force.
The Hon Pat Conroy MP is the Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery and the Minister for International Development and the Pacific.
Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of the ANU National Security College (NSC). His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia.
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Show notes:
find out moreAddress to the National Press Club by the Hon Pat Conroy MPDefence Strategic Review 2023Address to the Hunter Defence Conference Gala Dinner by the Hon Pat Conroy MP
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Duration:00:57:35
Andrew Hastie on social cohesion, defence, and strategic challenges
12/4/2024
As the notion of a single ‘global theatre of struggle’ gains traction, what are the major challenges that Australia currently faces?
How has Australia’s defence investment evolved over the years, and is the nation equipped to address today’s pressing challenges?
What steps can Australia take to strengthen social cohesion while navigating political compromise and disruptive forces?
In this episode, Andrew Hastie joins Rory Medcalf to discuss his formative influences, strategic worldviews, and Australia’s defence challenges.
The Hon Andrew Hastie MP is the Shadow Minister for Defence, Shadow Minister for Defence Industry, and Shadow Minister for Defence Personnel.
Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of the ANU National Security College (NSC). His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia.
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Show notes:
find out moreThe Hon Andrew Hastie MP’s speech at Securing our FutureWhat are the most underappreciated threats to Australia’s security?
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Duration:00:39:57
‘I have concepts of a plan’: what to expect from Trump 2.0
11/27/2024
How does the United States' presidential transition process work, and how does it compare to the Australian electoral system?
How might the election of Donald Trump impact US foreign and security policies?
How can Australia best engage with a new Trump administration on critical issues like AUKUS, defence strategy, and tariffs?
In this episode, Charles Edel joins Bianca Birdsall to discuss the election of Donald Trump to the US presidency, his proposed cabinet and staff nominees, and the security and foreign policy implications of a new administration for Australia and its region.
Dr Charles Edel is a Senior Advisor and inaugural Australia Chair at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies.
Bianca Birdsall is a Senior Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes:
Listener survey: The National Security Podcastfind out moreInflation Reduction Act | U.S. Department of the Treasury
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Duration:00:49:27
Trust and leadership in intelligence and national security: Women in National Security
11/20/2024
How does our strategic environment inform leadership in intelligence and national security?
How do partnerships assist intel collection in an increasingly complex world?
What are the foundations of trust in a leader?
This episode is a panel discussion, hosted by Meg Tapia at the 2024 Women in National Security LIVE, features Kerri Hartland, Heather Smith, and Heather Cook. They explore leadership in a complex strategic environment, being a 'first,' and the importance of relationships in national security.
Kerri Hartland is the Director-General of the Australian Secret Intelligence Service.
Dr Heather Smith PSM FAIIA is the National President of the Australian Institute of International Affairs.
Heather Cook is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission.
Meg Tapia is an Expert Associate at the ANU National Security College.
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Show notes
find out more2024 Independent Intelligence Review overviewAustralian Institute of International AffairsAustralian Criminal Intelligence CommissionAustralian Secret Intelligence Service
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Duration:00:58:25
George Brandis on how politics and national security intersect
11/14/2024
What is the relationship between national security and politics?
How does national security policymaking differ from other areas of public policy?
And how might the decline of major parties in Australia impact the national security policymaking process?
In this episode, George Brandis – Australia's former Attorney-General and High Commissioner to the United kingdom – joins David Andrews to discuss the politics of national security policymaking.
Professor The Honourable George Brandis KC is a Professor in the Practice of National Security in a joint appoint to the ANU National Security College (NSC) and the ANU College of Law.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at NSC.
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Show notes:
Listener survey: The National Security Podcastfind out more
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Duration:00:36:22
In conversation with Chief of Army, Lieutenant General Simon Stuart
11/6/2024
What is the role of the Army in an era shaped by strategic competition?
How is the Army adapting for wars of the future?
Why is it important to build trust between the Army and Australian society?
In this episode, Simon Stuart joins Rory Medcalf discuss the changing nature of warfare, and how the Australian Army is positioned to succeed in facing future challenges.
Lieutenant General Simon Stuart AO DSC is Chief of the Australian Army.
Professor Rory Medcalf AM is Head of the ANU National Security College (NSC). His professional experience spans more than three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia.
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Show notes
· Listener survey: The Nation Security Podcast
· NSC academic programs – find out more
· Defence Strategic Review 2023
· National Defence Strategy 2024
· A2/AD systems
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Duration:00:52:37
Killer robots and unpredictability: the new face of weapons regulation
10/31/2024
How will automated systems and artificial intelligence change the nature of weaponry?
What ethical issues are at play when we discuss lethal autonomous weapons? Can weapons be programmed to follow the laws of armed conflict?
How does public literacy influence perceptions of weapons systems?
In this episode, Zena Assaad and Lauren Sanders join Danielle Ireland-Piper to discuss weapons regulation, and how artificial intelligence and autonomous systems changes the arms landscape.
Dr Zena Assaad is a Senior Research Fellow with the School of Engineering at the Australian National University (ANU).
Dr Lauren Sanders is a Senior Research Fellow with the TC Beirne School of Law at the University of Queensland, in the Law and Future of War Project.
Dr Danielle-Ireland Piper is Academic Director and Associate Professor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes
Listener survey: The Nation Security Podcastfind out moreUN Report on Governing AIEU AI ActResponsible AI in the Military SummitLegal review of autonomous weapons systems
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Duration:00:37:27
Beyond the ballot: misinformation, trust and truth in elections
10/24/2024
How do electoral commissions balance public trust with the growing role of technology (like Artificial Intelligence) in electoral processes? Can AI be a democratic tool?
How are the electoral commissions in Australia and UK dealing with threats like misinformation and foreign interference?
Why is absolute independence important for the Australian and UK electoral commissions?
In this episode, Tom Rogers and Vijay Rangarajan join Rory Medcalf to discuss congruent and colliding features of the Australian and British electoral systems: the role of losers' consent, the electoral commissions’ absolute independence, trust in democratic institutions, and influence of foreign interference come election time.
Tom Rogers is the Australian Electoral Commissioner.
Vijay Rangarajan is the Commissioner of the UK Electoral Commission.
Professor Rory Medcalf is Head of the ANU National Security College. His experience spans three decades across diplomacy, intelligence analysis, think tanks, journalism and academia.
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Show notes:
Listener survey: The Nation Security Podcastfind out moreElectoral Integrity Assurance Task Force
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Duration:00:47:31
The politics of migration, refugees and national security
10/17/2024
How do negative portrayals of migrants and refugees impact social cohesion within a society?
What is "crimmigration," and what are the issues with using criminal law frameworks in immigration contexts?
Do political incentives shape the discourse on migration and distract from other security threats?
In this episode, Alan Gamlen, Kate Ogg, and Dorota Gozdecka join Danielle Ireland-Piper to discuss "crimmigation”, why migration is a politically charged issue, and discuss High Court cases that have influenced Australia’s approach to migration and refugee laws.
Professor Alan Gamlen is the Director of the ANU Migration Hub and Professor in the ANU School of Regulation and Global Governance.
Professor Kate Ogg is a Professor and the Associate Dean of Higher Degree Research at the ANU College of Law.
Professor Dorota Gozdecka is a Professor of Law at the University of Helsinki in Finland.
Dr Danielle Ireland-Piper is Academic Director and Associate Professor at the ANU National Security College.
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Show notes
Listener surveyfind out moreKate Ogg's bookDorota Gozdecka's bookAlan Gamlen in The GuardianThe age of migration Controlling immigration: a global perspectiveSomewhere we are human: authentic voices on migration, survival and new beginningsAustralia's refugee policy: domestic politics and diplomatic consequencesThe rights of refugees under international law
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Duration:00:51:41
The impact of climate change on national security
10/10/2024
Collective mobilisation is needed for an adequate response to climate change. How do we get there?
How does climate change affect militaries? What role can technology play in mitigating the risks?
What challenges does federalism pose in the effort to address climate change?
In this episode, Tom Middendorp, Chris Barrie, Cheryl Durrant, and Sophie Lewis join Danielle Ireland-Piper to examine the critical link between climate change and national security, and what action is needed to mitigate the risks posed by it.
General (Retired) Middendorp AO is the Chair of the International Military Council on Climate and Security and the former Dutch Chief of Defence.
Admiral (Rtd) Chris Barrie AC is the former Australian Chief of the Defence Force and a founding and executive member of the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group.
Cheyrl Durrant is the Former Director of Preparedness and Mobilisation at the Australian Department of Defence and a founding and executive member of the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group.
Dr Sophie Lewis is ACT Commissioner for Sustainability and the Environment.
Dr Danielle Ireland-Piper is Academic Director at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes
Listener survey: The Nation Security Podcastfind out moreThe Climate GeneralClimate change, security and Australia’s Defence Force
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Duration:00:58:48
The new oil: critical minerals, rare earths, and the clean energy transition
10/3/2024
What is the significance of rare earths and critical minerals for Australia and its partners?
How does Australia’s conception of critical minerals differ from its partners? How do critical minerals lists reflect how those states view resource supply chains and vulnerabilities?
With China currently dominating the rare earths value chain, how can Australia protect its interests in this space?
In this episode, Hayley Channer and John Mavrogenes join David Andrews to discuss critical minerals and rare earths and the geopolitical landscape surrounding them.
Hayley Channer is Director, Economic Security at the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney.
Professor John Mavrogenes is a Professor of Economic Geology at the ANU Research School of Earth Sciences.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
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Show notes:
find out moreNSC's professional development program on rare earths and critical mineralsKim Beazley’s call for a rare earths and critical minerals ‘Pillar 3’ for AUKUSJeff Wilson’s paper on how the Quad could play a coordinating role in this space
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Duration:00:46:16
Quad Leaders’ Summit: setting it up for success in "phase 3"
9/26/2024
What are the key takeaways from the 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit?
The Quad has helped its members to align and coordinate key policies, but what more needs to be done to improve its ability to deliver on major initiatives?
Would the Quad benefit from pursuing a foundational treaty, agreement, or common branding, or is it better served by retaining its current, flexible approach?
In this episode, Gaurav Saini and Kate Clayton join David Andrews to discuss the 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit, and what the future may look like with incoming leadership changes.
Dr Gaurav Saini is the co-founder of the Council for Strategic and Defence Research, a New Delhi think tank focused on foreign policy and security issues. He is part of the US State Department's Emerging Quad Think Tank Leaders program.
Kate Clayton is a Senior Coordinator for Research and Programs at La Trobe Asia and the Blue Security Maritime Exchange.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC).
Show notes:
find out moreJoint statement from the leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United StatesGaurav Saini’s article in the Lowy Institute Interpreter
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Duration:00:49:44
Fostering ethical leadership: why compassion matters in public service
9/19/2024
How can public policy better reflect the humanity and vulnerability of citizens?
How can government leaders remain mindful of individuals within broader systems, and how does this approach improve public policy outcomes?
How can governments foster ethical leadership and accountability while balancing political pressures and systemic challenges?
In this episode, Mark Crosweller and Margaret Moreton join David Andrews to discuss compassion, ethical leadership, resilience, and the tensions between individuals and institutions in the national security space.
Dr Mark Crosweller AFSM is a Distinguished Advisor at the ANU National Security College (NSC) and Director of Ethical Intelligence Pty Ltd.
Dr Margaret Moreton is Executive Director at the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience.
David Andrews is a Senior Policy Advisor at NSC.
Show notes:
find out moreCompassion in Disaster Management: The Essential Ethic of Relational LeadershipThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
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Duration:00:54:12
Transformative and resilient: reflections from the 2024 Pacific Islands Forum
9/5/2024
Considering new contributions to the Pacific Resilience Fund, is the global community doing enough to support Pacific Island countries?
How has the Falepili Union between Australia and Tuvalu been received more broadly across the region? Will it be replicated?
How does the Pacific Policing Initiative fit within the Pacific approach to collective security?
How can the Pacific balance the pros and cons of the PALM scheme?
In this episode, Maima Koro, Henritta McNeil and Joel Nilon join Bianca Birdsall to reflect on the 2024 Pacific Islands Forum, including the Pacific Resilience Fund, Pacific Policing Initiative, and the role of dialogue partners.
Maualaivao Maima Koro is the Pacific Research Fellow and academic co-lead of the Regional Perspectives collaboration between Adelaide University and the Defence Science and Technology Group.
Dr Henrietta McNeill is a Research Fellow on Pacific security, geopolitics and regionalism at the ANU Department of Pacific Affairs.
Joel Nilon is a Pacific Fellow at the ANU Pacific Security College.
Show notes:
find out morePacific Policing InitiativePower and Influence in the Pacific Islands
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Duration:01:00:32