Andrew Hastie on social cohesion, defence, and strategic challenges
In this episode, Andrew Hastie joins Rory Medcalf to discuss his formative influences, strategic worldviews, and Australia’s defence challenges.
China's naval activity off Australia: coercion or common practice?
In this episode Jennifer Parker and Douglas Guilfoyle join David Andrews to discuss the recent Chinese naval task group operating off Australia's coast, the legality and implications of their activities, and the lessons for Australia's strategic outlook and response.
Africa: Australia's Indo-Pacific "blind spot"
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.
BRICS and the global order: shifting tides or a club of convenience?
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.
The power of fiction and storytelling in understanding national security
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.
Chinese strategy and statecraft: coercion and competition in the Indo-Pacific
In this episode, Sheena Chestnut Greitens and Dan Blumenthal join David Andrews to discuss the drivers of the China and the United States’ security policies, the role of China in the international order, middle powers, and deterrence.
Like-minded lessons: why Australia should be watching Europe's approach to China closely
In this episode, Janka Oertel joins Rory Medcalf to discuss how Europe is approaching the ‘China challenge’.
