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

Cyber Attacks

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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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	190	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	GovernmentBusiness

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Latest Episodes

CONTESTED GROUND: Australia's sovereign capability reckoning – why the system is no longer fit for purpose

Host Steve Kuper is joined by former navy logistician Dave Grosvenor and chair of the Gravity Group Steve Hayes for a wide-ranging discussion on Australia's sovereign capability, industrial resilience and the growing gap between strategic risk and na... more

26 Jun 2026 • 42 min • Most popular

Beware AI and influencers, NSW Rural Fire Service hacked, and say goodbye to the Essential Eight!

This week, Cyber Uncut looks at important tax time advice, a string of Aussie hacks that have exposed sensitive personal information, and the Australian Signals Directorate's decision to retire the Essential Eight. CPA Australia has a warning this ta... more

26 Jun 2026 • 33 min

Anthropic blocks Fable 5, Mackay Sugar tackles cyber attack, and the AFP gets tough on cyber crime

This week, Cyber Uncut looks at the launch – and the blocking – of Anthropic's latest AI models, a raft of cyber attacks on Aussie organisations, and praises the Australian Federal Police for its work at home and abroad. AI giant Anthropic had a toug... more

19 Jun 2026 • 43 min • Popular

CONTESTED GROUND: Fortune favours the bold – building a national security strategy for the 21st century, with Marc Ablong

When Opposition Leader Angus Taylor announced a Coalition government would develop and implement a national security strategy, many shouted, "Finally!", but delivering a strategy that is fit for purpose is more political than most would think. Since ... more

15 Jun 2026 • 41 min • Popular

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Recent Guests

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

Douglas Guilfoyle

Professor from University of Canberra, co-author on World in Transition reports

University of Canberra

Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Shipping, supply chains and Australia's exposure to a volatile system, with UNSW's Professor Douglas Guilfoyle and Associate Professor Daniel Prior

Daniel Prior

Associate Professor from University of New South Wales, Canberra, co-author on World in Transition reports

UNSW Canberra

Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Shipping, supply chains and Australia's exposure to a volatile system, with UNSW's Professor Douglas Guilfoyle and Associate Professor Daniel Prior

Laura O'Neill

Head of Advisory and Assurance at Fujitsu

Fujitsu

Episode: Compliance isn't just box-ticking, it can be an uplift opportunity, with Fujitsu's Laura O'Neill

Graham Fairley

Chief Information Security Officer at PEXA

PEXA

Episode: Understanding CISOs as leaders, not just defenders, with PEXA's Graham Fairley

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.
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Jo Hurley
Australiaa month ago
Great
Great
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5
Alfie Lancaster bomber
Australia3 months ago
Informative
Good to hear what’s going on. I enjoy the discussion.
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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

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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	#25	Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts	#28	Russia/Government
Apple Podcasts	#76	South Africa/Government
Apple Podcasts	#146	Israel/Government
Apple Podcasts	#184	Saudi Arabia/Government
Apple Podcasts	#184	New Zealand/Government

Talking Points

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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.

AI without guardrails – why Australian businesses are sleepwalking into cyber risk

Q: How do you define and communicate AI risk to a non-technical board or executive audience?

Frame AI risk in financial terms—the potential cost to the business from breaches or data loss—and map AI assets to business impact, emphasizing visibility, governance, and continuous monitoring as core controls.

AI without guardrails – why Australian businesses are sleepwalking into cyber risk

Q: For our listeners at home, can you explain what you do at Qualys, some of your job description and some of the areas that you're focusing on at the moment?

I lead the Qualys team in ANZ, ensuring customers get value from our detection, response, and risk management capabilities, and I focus on helping customers integrate AI risk management into a centralized, risk-based security posture.

CONTESTED GROUND: Successive governments have failed to prepare Australia for the era of polycrisis, with Marc Ablong PSM, Geostrategic Risk Partners

Q: Is national service or some form of civic obligation worth considering for Australia?

A form of national service, whether military or civil (as in the Swiss model), could enhance social cohesion and national preparedness, but it should be carefully tailored to fit Australia's unique context and not viewed as a one-size-fits-all solution.

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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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5. Sam Salehi
6. Douglas Guilfoyle
7. Daniel Prior
8. Laura O'Neill

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