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Cyber Uncut

Momentum Media
Cybersecurity
Australia
Ransomware
Artificial Intelligence
China
Cyber Security
National Security
Ukraine
Information Warfare
Russia
Gray Zone Warfare
Openai
United States
AUKUS
Deepseek
Qantas
Lockbit
Iran
Critical Infrastructure
Threatlocker

Cyber Uncut brings you the key decision makers and cutting edge innovators shaping Australia's cyber revolution. From cyber security to artificial intelligence and information systems, discover how businesses and government are navigating the transition to a digital future. Join Momentum Media's Phil Tarrant, defence and national security podcaster, Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson AM – fo... more

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Latest Episodes

As Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese moves to secure the Pacific and ensure continued alignment with Australia, China threw a wrench in the works by conducting a ballistic missile test, effectively firing the starter's gun on a countdown to ... more

Cyber criminals and nation-state actors are no longer relying on malware alone – they're exploiting trust. Here's what you need to know to fight back. ThreatLocker's Emile Barakat joins Cyber Daily's David Hollingworth to help Australia's business le... more

While Australia's level of political atomisation is far from as bad as what is being experienced in the broader Western world, we're not far-off. How we engage with generations of Australians will have dramatic ramifications for our national security... more

Qualys' CEO joins the Cyber Uncut podcast to explain why autonomous remediation, smarter patching, and risk-based security will define the next generation of cyber defence. Cyber security is entering a new era as powerful AI models dramatically reduc... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Grosvenor
Guest speaker with defence/industrial background
(not explicitly stated)
Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Australia's sovereign capability reckoning – why the system is no longer fit for purpose
Steve Hayes
Guest speaker
(not explicitly stated)
Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Australia's sovereign capability reckoning – why the system is no longer fit for purpose
Marc Ablong
Executive at ASPE (Analytical Services/Policy think-tank)
ASPE
Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Fortune favours the bold – building a national security strategy for the 21st century, with Marc Ablong
Emile Barakat
Director of Operations in the Asia-Pacific region for ThreatLocker
ThreatLocker
Episode: ThreatLocker's Emile Barakat talks Essential Eight, cyber policy, and security as a human challenge
Inder Fatigable
Word of the Month guest who introduces the segment
Episode: Don't let AI control your bank account, Qilin hackers target Australia, and law enforcement strikes back!
Frank Briguglio
Federal Chief Technology Officer at SailPoint
SailPoint
Episode: Budget priorities, paying ransoms, and Cyber Daily chats with Frank Briguglio, FCTO at SailPoint
Robbin Laird
Veteran defense thinker, author, and research fellow
Sir Richard Williams Foundation
Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Australia and the West must ask themselves new questions in the face of the modern world, with Robbin Laird
Rob Allen
Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker
ThreatLocker
Episode: AI security woes, Aussie schools caught in international breach, and ThreatLocker's Rob Allen
Sam Salehi
Managing Director for ANZ at Qualys
Qualys
Episode: AI without guardrails – why Australian businesses are sleepwalking into cyber risk

Hosts

David Hollingworth
Host of Cyber Uncut; Deputy Editor of Cyber Daily; Momentum Media
Daniel Croft
Co-host, Deputy Editor of Cyber Daily; provides commentary and analysis
Liam Garman
Host of Cyber Uncut; Editor for Cyber Daily
Steve Kuper
Host of Contested Ground; focuses on security and strategy discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Must listen!

    Love this podcast, current and informative news on cybercrime actually happening here and around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jo Hurley
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alfie Lancaster bomber
    Australia3 months ago
  • Informative

    Good to hear what’s going on. I enjoy the discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drsmith78
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great chat

    Really relaxed but super informative discussion. Great chemistry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ekka the wrecker
    Australia5 years ago
  • About time!

    Informative podcast on something every Australian company needs to be vigilant about. A great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cybernerd123
    Australia5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Good balance of news and expert analysis; keeps topics relevant to business and government.
Shows clarity and practical takeaways for Australian cyber risk.
Guests consistently bring depth on strategy, policy, and real-world security challenges.
Listeners appreciate discussions on governance and resilience in a rapidly changing cyber landscape.
Discussions are relaxed yet informative with strong guest insights.

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Apple Podcasts
#81
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#67
Russia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#86
South Africa/Government
Apple Podcasts
#145
New Zealand/Government
Apple Podcasts
#181
Israel/Government
Apple Podcasts
#223
Taiwan/Government

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ThreatLocker's Emile Barakat talks Essential Eight, cyber policy, and security as a human challenge
Q: How does ThreatLocker help organizations manage user and AI-driven risks, such as agentic AI or chatbots?
We use ring-fencing to restrict what AI agents can do, ensuring they operate within tightly defined boundaries to prevent lateral movement or data exfiltration, while still enabling beneficial automation.
ThreatLocker's Emile Barakat talks Essential Eight, cyber policy, and security as a human challenge
Q: Can you take us through why ThreatLocker appreciates the Essential Eight and how it maps to your platform?
The Essential Eight aligns closely with ThreatLocker's Zero Trust and endpoint protection capabilities, providing a practical, easy-to-follow framework that helps customers rapidly reduce risk and guide their security maturity journey.
CONTESTED GROUND: Fortune favours the bold – building a national security strategy for the 21st century, with Marc Ablong
Q: If you could give the government and the opposition one bit of advice on developing a whole-of-nation national security strategy, what would it be?
Open the process beyond a white paper by actively engaging sub-national governments, industry, and communities, ensuring there is an overarching architecture with a National Security Advisor and a cross-agency council to drive implementation and accountability.
CONTESTED GROUND: Australia and the West must ask themselves new questions in the face of the modern world, with Robbin Laird
Q: How should Australia rethink its defense and economic strategy going forward?
Australia should shift from a purely conventional defense posture to a broader strategy that emphasizes resilience, a strong industrial base, mixed acquisition models, and closer regional collaboration—leveraging commercial innovation and AI to maintain strategic autonomy.
CONTESTED GROUND: Australia and the West must ask themselves new questions in the face of the modern world, with Robbin Laird
Q: What's your read on the current global power shift and the idea of a multipolar world?
The notion of fixed great powers is outdated. We are in a multipolar environment where states operate with flexible influence, and traditional alliances must adapt to this reality by focusing on balance, interoperability, and a pluralistic approach rather than rigid blocs.

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A practical, hard-edged look at cyber security, AI governance, and national security in Australia, with hosts unpacking breaking news, policy changes, and real-world incidents through a business and government lens. Episodes frequently mix timely case studies (ransomware, third-party risk, regulatory shifts) with thoughtful interviews and analysis on how organisations can strengthen governance, risk management, and resilience while balancing innovation and speed to market. Notable traits include a strong emphasis on practical controls, executive storytelling to translate security into business outcomes, and a leaning toward policy-informed, regional perspectives that resonate with Australian enterprises and public sector teams.

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2. Steve Hayes
3. Marc Ablong
4. Emile Barakat
5. Inder Fatigable
6. Frank Briguglio
7. Robbin Laird
8. Rob Allen

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