
Contested Ground exposes the complex and murky world of greyzone warfare, and how state and non-state actors vie for influence beneath the threshold of armed conflict. In our interconnected and globalised world, new opportunities have emerged for states to advance their interests within the global system. From cyber operations to disinformation campaigns, and from economic coercion to food securit... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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We are consistently reminded that Australia is a maritime trading nation and, as such, is exposed to all the vulnerabilities. So why haven't we prepared accordingly? As the ceasefire in the Middle East collapses and both sides begin to once again ram... more
The war in the Middle East has served to reveal the now metastising vulnerabilities that permeate Australia's economic, political and strategic ecosystems, leaving the nation and its interests exposed. Australians are increasingly getting the sense t... more
Australia has long prided itself on being the "Lucky Country", celebrating a culture of "she'll be right" now that a national culture of apathy is biting at home as the world continues to burn.
As the war in the Middle East continues to rage by the... more
In this episode of the Contested Ground Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant, Steve Kuper and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson unpack the concept of sovereign industrial capability and its growing importance amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle Eas... more
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Great podcast. Keep them coming.
This is a really sensible and smart idea this podcast. Great that some informed people are willing and able to have these discussions in a measured and practical way. You’ve made a great start. More guests please. Keep the commentary real.
I’ve been listening to Phil and Marcus for some time now. V informative, great chemistry, excited for this timely new podcast
One listen and I’m already hooked. Been a listener of the Defence Connect and Cyber Uncut podcasts for a while and they’re excellent, so of course this was always going to be great!
Perfect timing for this; well observed and mature to acknowledge the current state of play for Australia. Look forward to future episodes.
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A geopolitics-leaning show analyzing how state and non-state actors operate below the threshold of formal warfare. Episodes frequently cover sovereign industrial capability, energy resilience, cyber and information warfare, finance and crime networks, and the domestic implications of global conflicts. Guests range from defense officials and strategic policy thinkers to journalists and industry experts, offering practical takes on national security, resilience, and policy responses. The format often combines rigorous analysis with on-the-ground perspectives, making it valuable for professionals seeking insights into Australia's security posture, supply chains, and critical infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions.
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Recent guests on Contested Ground include:
1. Tom Panos
2. Keith Bulfin
3. John Blackburn AO
4. Marcus Thompson
5. Steve Kuper
6. Andrew Henderson
7. Tim Knight
8. Alison Cusack
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