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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Dec 12, 2019 • 37min
Extreme ownership – John Gretton 'Jocko' Willink
John Gretton "Jocko" Willink is a retired US Navy SEAL officer, highly rated podcast host, established author and CEO of management consulting firm, Echelon Front. On this episode of the Defence Connect podcast with host Phil Tarrant, Jocko breaks down his philosophy of extreme ownership, explaining how he applies leadership strategies from the military to improve the businesses with which he consults. Jocko delves into the primary indicators for leadership success, outlines the common mistakes that businesses make in developing leadership capabilities, and reveals the only personality trait that would prevent someone from becoming a good leader. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Dec 5, 2019 • 32min
Supporting the defence workforce - Richard Price, Defence SA
Government agency Defence SA's primary focus is to maximise investment and deliver workforce within the Australian Defence Force and defence industries. Chief executive Richard Price joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to outline the government's workforce development plan with regard to money allocated to Defence, convey the current status of the Osborne Naval Shipyard infrastructure, and explain the importance of sovereign space capabilities for Australian defence technologies. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Nov 28, 2019 • 11min
Priorities for the defence industry - Matt Keogh, shadow defence industry minister
As the recently appointed shadow defence industry minister, a key priority for Matt Keogh in his new role is to develop Australia's sovereign capability through engagement with industry. He sits down with host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019 to discuss Defence's commitment to national interest above all else, what more needs to be done to support the industry moving forward, and his advice to SMEs about cultivating a good relationship with government and the opposition. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Nov 21, 2019 • 37min
The need for a national security strategy – Senator Jim Molan
According to retired Major General Jim Molan, dramatic changes in the global security climate necessitate the development and implementation of a tailor-made strategy for Australian defence. The now-senator joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to dissect his recent paper on national security strategy for the ANU's Centre of Gravity initiative. Senator Molan explains how current Australian policy falls short, why an established system would make the nation a more self-sufficient and therefore better ally, and who would be responsible for executing such a strategy. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Nov 14, 2019 • 33min
Maintaining intellectual advantage within the cyber defence space - Matthew Wilson, Penten
With rapid digitisation occurring across all global fronts, the defence industry must not only keep up, but stay ahead. On this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Penten CEO Matthew Wilson to discuss the shifting attitudes towards the cyber domain, how his forward-thinking company helps to build cyber protections, and the process of engaging with the government as a business. He also imparts the key qualities the Australian Defence Industry Awards' "Cyber Business of the Year" looks for in new recruits to the business and shares his future projections for the organisation. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Nov 6, 2019 • 25min
The 15-year evolution of the Bushmaster – Paul Feighan, Thales
Thales' Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle is globally renowned for servicing the Australian Defence Force since 2005. The company's director of protected vehicles Paul Feighan joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to talk about what has made the Bushmaster so successful, how it has managed to stay relevant, and what's next for the platform in terms of export potential. He also breaks down his role within the business and the culture of community on the Bendigo factory floor. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Oct 31, 2019 • 15min
How Australian SMEs can compete on a global stage – John O’Callaghan, Defence Council Victoria
With a wealth of defence industry experience and a career spanning both defence industry and the Department of Defence, Victorian defence industry advocate John O'Callaghan is well versed on trends throughout the sector, and joins us at Pacific 2019 to share his thoughts around the growth of Australian defence on a global scale. He discusses the sentiment of the SME sector in Victoria and their confidence to invest in the industry in the current climate, shares how SMEs can compete on a global stage to participate in AIC content, and explains why an understanding of the procurement system and how it operates is key to securing business within the competitive defence space. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Oct 31, 2019 • 16min
The key challenges facing naval shipbuilding in Australia – Alain Houard, Dassault Systèmes
With Dassault Systèmes looking to have substantial impact on the Australian shipbuilding industry of the future, marine and offshore industries vice president Alain Houard joins host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019 to discuss what that future looks like. Houard will discuss Dassault Systèmes previous Australian projects and explain the virtual shipyard program, revealing why it is breaking new ground by ensuring the development of the best possible product in the most cost-effective and environmentally minded manner. He will also address the importance of cultivating the right talent for upcoming defence projects, discuss the relationship between government and defence industry, and forecast Dassault Systèmes future Australian defence involvement. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Oct 31, 2019 • 16min
Operations since the SEA 1442 program contract, Michael Lenton, Leonardo
Joining the Defence Connect podcast at Pacific 2019, Leonardo executive chairman Michael Lenton, in a follow-up to his featured episode at the same exposition two years prior, covers the workings of one of the most active businesses in the Australian defence industry since the 1800s. Recorded live at Pacific 2019, Lenton and podcast host Phil Tarrant discuss the journey that Leonardo has been embarked on since being awarded the SEA 1442 program contract, a multi-phase contract to provide a maritime communications and information exchange architecture to meet the Australian Defence Force's requirements for network-centric warfare in a maritime setting, with Leonardo subsidiary Selex ES Australia delivering the majority of the works. Lenton also discusses the future of Leonardo in Australia and its focus on the local defence industry. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
Oct 31, 2019 • 16min
Forging closer industry partnerships on the back of Type 26 – Mark Goldsack, Defence & Security Organisation, UK government
Joining the Defence Connect podcast, Mark Goldsack of the UK government's Defence & Security Organisation discusses how the UK government and industry are working to support the development of a sovereign industry capability. Speaking to host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019, Goldsack discusses the growing relationships between the Australian and British Type 26 teams and how the lessons learned in the UK are informing Australia's sovereign naval shipbuilding ambitions. Goldsack also highlights the importance placed on interoperability at both the military and industrial level and how both governments are seeking to maximise the joint efforts to develop interlinked and sustainable industry and defence capabilities. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team
