Defence & Security Podcast Network
Momentum Media
The Defence & Security Podcast Network hosts a unique series of podcasts, featuring discussions with key enablers from across the Australian defence and security industry.
The podcasts provide the perfect blend of business intelligence and insights from a range of guests, which include government officials, ADF personnel, industry stakeholders, and members of the academic community.
By aligning ourselves with the ADF and the Commonwealth government, we are uniquely placed to deliver a dynamic 360° platform that bridges the gap between the customer (Defence) and industry.
We split our focus not just into the traditional sectors of Land (Army), Air (Air Force) and Sea (Navy), but into the six new Capability Streams:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare and Cyber
- Key Enablers
- Air and Sea Lift
- Maritime and Anti-Submarine Warfare
- Strike and Air Combat
- Land Combat and Amphibious Warfare
As Defence moves to ensure the Force Structure Review and the First Principles Review: Creating One Defence plans are met, Australian industry involvement is critical for mission success.
The Defence & Security Podcast Network will provide you and your business with valuable lessons, tips and insights into the industry, putting your company in the best position to take part in the increased Defence spending.
We’ll cover every aspect of doing business in the defence industry, from the tender process to recruitment, success stories, access points to Defence, smart business strategies, and geopolitical insights.
Subscribe to the Defence & Security Podcast Network and be part of this exciting and innovative industry.
The podcasts provide the perfect blend of business intelligence and insights from a range of guests, which include government officials, ADF personnel, industry stakeholders, and members of the academic community.
By aligning ourselves with the ADF and the Commonwealth government, we are uniquely placed to deliver a dynamic 360° platform that bridges the gap between the customer (Defence) and industry.
We split our focus not just into the traditional sectors of Land (Army), Air (Air Force) and Sea (Navy), but into the six new Capability Streams:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare and Cyber
- Key Enablers
- Air and Sea Lift
- Maritime and Anti-Submarine Warfare
- Strike and Air Combat
- Land Combat and Amphibious Warfare
As Defence moves to ensure the Force Structure Review and the First Principles Review: Creating One Defence plans are met, Australian industry involvement is critical for mission success.
The Defence & Security Podcast Network will provide you and your business with valuable lessons, tips and insights into the industry, putting your company in the best position to take part in the increased Defence spending.
We’ll cover every aspect of doing business in the defence industry, from the tender process to recruitment, success stories, access points to Defence, smart business strategies, and geopolitical insights.
Subscribe to the Defence & Security Podcast Network and be part of this exciting and innovative industry.
Episodes
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Feb 20, 2020 • 34min
The Useful Belief philosophy – Chris Helder
Useful thinking is a pragmatic philosophy for dealing with circumstances one cannot change through the conscious adoption of a productive mindset, coined by professional speaker and author Chris Helder. On this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, Helder joins host Phil Tarrant to explain how a tragic loss triggered the foundation of his book Useful Belief, why this way of thinking has become so valuable to the Australian Defence Force, and how it can be applied to all aspects of life. He also provides his insights into why ruminating on the negative can lead to worse outcomes, how the useful belief concept can be harnessed to improve leadership, and why journaling can be a useful tool. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Feb 13, 2020 • 26min
Transitioning from uniform into corporate life – Matthew Williams, Babcock Australia & New Zealand
While veterans can offer a very unique skill set to commercial and corporate organisations, according to Matthew Williams, "It's not as simple as taking off the uniform and putting on a suit." The head of programs at Babcock Australia & New Zealand joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of Defence Connect Podcast to share his journey into the corporate world after 22 years in the Australian Defence Force, the distinctive attributes possessed by those who have served, and the corporate skills and knowledge that might be lacking. Williams also explains why he chose to undertake an MBA, the importance of curating a strong CV that adequately communicates one's skill set, and his key sources of support throughout the challenging transition. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Feb 6, 2020 • 33min
Supporting Australian export strategies – Roland Stephens, Australian Trade and Investment Commission
As the Australian government's trade, investment and education promotion agency, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) assists Australian businesses of all sizes to navigate complex overseas markets and help facilitate global export. In this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Roland Stephens, senior industry expert in defence, advanced manufacturing and space at Austrade, to outline the government's attitude towards defence and space exports, how he would characterise the Australian defence industry as a whole to potential investors, and the key skills required to get a business export ready. Stephens also explains why risk management is such a critical skill for SMEs in the defence sector, the classic process of entering into a new market, and the grants that are currently available to support SMEs looking to expand internationally. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Jan 29, 2020 • 22min
Operating a growing defence SME – Warren Levin, Sydney City Marine
While contracts with Defence usually provide SMEs with more consistent contracts and therefore growth opportunities, it's important to also spread services outside of Defence to ensure longevity in the field. On this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Warren Levin, Sydney City Marine's director of commercial and defence, to delve into his role at the vessel maintenance and repair business, the complete range of services provided by the SME, and how he identifies and pursues new contracting opportunities. Warren also shares the proportion of Defence-orientated work within the company, why he's so passionate about working with Defence, and his history in the Navy as a clearance diver. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Jan 22, 2020 • 37min
Year in review – Steve Kuper, Defence Connect
According to our statistics, 725,000 unique people connected with the Defence Connect brand in 2019, demonstrating 48 per cent growth across the title. Deputy editor at Defence Connect Steve Kuper joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to reflect on the platform's highlights over the past year. Steve and Phil discuss the development of Defence Connect's longform commentary product Insight, the top five most popular pieces of content of the year, and what the key focuses will be for Defence Connect moving into 2020. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Jan 16, 2020 • 29min
‘Deftech’ and the counter-drone industry – Oleg Vornik, DroneShield
On this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, CEO and managing director at DroneShield Oleg Vornik shares the story behind his counter-drone SME. Vornik and host Phil Tarrant discuss the history and structure of the Australian export business, the range of counter-drone solutions that can be tailored to different client needs, and why there’s an emphasis on minimising collateral damage to detected drones. They explore how the business differentiates itself from other competitors in the counter-drone sector, what the future of drone technology looks like, and the benefits of business partnerships with more recognisable brands. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Jan 8, 2020 • 27min
Leveraging Indigenous talent in the defence workforce – Craig Williams, Navantia Australia, and Brendan Dumbrell and Hayden Surrao, JLB-Yaran
Navantia Australia and JLB-Yaran recently signed an MOU at Pacific 2019 with the intent of creating and building long-term careers for Indigenous talent in the defence industry. On this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Navantia Australia’s supply chain Australianisation lead Craig Williams, managing director at JLB-Yaran Brendan Dumbrell, and business development manager at JLB-Yaran Hayden Surrao. They discuss the benefits of this newly formed relationship in supporting the industry's workforce, explain why working with traditional land owners is vital to establishing sovereign capability, and outline how these organisations are highlighting the defence industry as an attractive career opportunity for Indigenous Australians. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Jan 1, 2020 • 25min
Interconnectivity between Navy services and the defence industry – Greg Laxton, Fleet Support Unit Australia
The Fleet Support Unit (FSU) delivers repair and maintenance services to the Navy and provides meaningful work for sailors when they come ashore. FSU's executive director Greg Laxton CSC joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to reflect on the key challenges faced by the organisation in 2019, outline the tools being used to measure key performance outcomes, and explain the processes that are priming FSU for the future. Laxton discusses the collaborative work between his unit and the defence industry, how FSU is positively shifting company culture to recruit and retain employees, and what career opportunities follow involvement within the organisation. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Dec 26, 2019 • 29min
Embracing storytelling in your day-to-day life as a professional in defence industry – Chris Huet, Understood Consulting Services
Fighter pilot turned poet and communications consultant, Chris Huet believes in helping people communicate with the precision of a fighter pilot and the passion of a poet. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Huet joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his love of language, how he is impacting communications within the defence sector, and how his time with the RAAF played a key role in his communications learning. Huet discusses his passion for live poetry, unpacks the AMP framework of communications, and reveals how you can tell if you are successfully communicating with your peers. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Dec 19, 2019 • 29min
Strengthening Australia’s defence capability - Sir Roger Carr, BAE Systems
On this episode of Defence Connect, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the visiting chairman of BAE Systems, Sir Roger Carr, to deep dive into the Australian subsidiary's involvement in the global company's endeavours. Sir Roger provides a progress report on the development of Adelaide's Osborne Naval Shipyard, explains the significance of the Australian government's ongoing commitment to sovereign capability, and outlines the key priorities for BAE Systems in order to ensure long-term sustainability. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
