Cyber Uncut

Momentum Media

Cybersecurity

Australia

Ransomware

Artificial Intelligence

Cyber Security

National Security

China

Ukraine

Information Warfare

Russia

Gray Zone Warfare

AUKUS

Deepseek

Qantas

Openai

United States

Lockbit

Critical Infrastructure

Cyber Attacks

Scams

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	Daily	Episodes	190	Founded	5 years ago
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AI without guardrails – why Australian businesses are sleepwalking into cyber risk

Qualys ANZ managing director Sam Salehi joins the Cyber Uncut podcast to expose the expanding AI attack surface, the governance gaps exposing organisations, and why boards must translate cyber risk into dollars to take it seriously. This week on the ... more

Yesterday • 42 min

CONTESTED GROUND: The Defence budget, inflationary pressures and domestic information warfare

The release and messaging surrounding the 2026 National Defence Strategy and 2026 Integrated Investment Program is just the latest salvo in the government's effort to direct the national conversation about our national security.

With the government... more

29 Apr 2026 • 34 min

EU gets age verification right, Anthropic's Claude Mythos, and the week in cyber attacks

David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft dive into the biggest stories in cyber security and cyber intelligence, and Anthropic's Claude Mythos preview and Project Glasswing continue to cover both – and it's already been breached. Plus, age verification pl... more

24 Apr 2026 • 40 min

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

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 r... more

20 Apr 2026 • 41 min

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Recent Guests

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

Dominic Grunden

Chief Information Security Officer at PowerWater

PowerWater

Episode: How PowerWater's CISO embeds cyber security into business strategy from day 1

Marc Ablong

Fellow at the Institute of Strategic Risk Management, senior fellow at ASPE, managing director of Geostrategic Risk Partners

Geostrategic Risk Partners / Institute of Strategic Risk Management / ASPE

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

Sarah Davies

CEO of the Alana and Madeline Foundation

Alana and Madeline Foundation

Episode: Lloyds Bank AI woes and wins, Aussie toy store hacked, and a new Children's Online Privacy Code

Ben Dullroy

Beaten Zone Ventures founder; veteran and strategic policy commentator

Beaten Zone Ventures

Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Apathy, complacency and the 'Lucky Country', Australia's predicament is entirely self-inflicted, with Ben Dullroy

Marcus Thompson

Major General (Ret'd), formerly head of the ADF's Information Warfare Division

Australian Defence Force

Episode: CONTESTED GROUND: Australian resilience during a crisis and sovereign industrial capability

Hosts

Liam Garman

Editor/Producer with leadership across Cyber Daily and The CISO Brief; involved in host duties across Cyber Uncut and related programs

Daniel Croft

Co-host and interviewer across Cyber Uncut and The CISO Brief; often leads conversations and interviews

David Hollingworth

Deputy Editor with regular guest/host contributions across episodes; ties cyber daily reporting to broader industry conversations

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings

Informative
Good to hear what’s going on. I enjoy the discussion.
Apple Podcasts
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drsmith78
Australia2 years ago
Great chat
Really relaxed but super informative discussion. Great chemistry.
Apple Podcasts
5
Ekka the wrecker
Australia4 years ago
About time!
Informative podcast on something every Australian company needs to be vigilant about. A great listen.
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5
cybernerd123
Australia5 years ago
Great listen
Relevant and interesting content. Looking forward to following future episodes.
Apple Podcasts
5
Jen MHNSW
Australia5 years ago
Super timely
Really excited to see how this plays out, there's lots of work happening driving Austalian reslience and the move to digital. Cyber knowledge and protection is critical to backing this progression
Apple Podcasts
5
Lan0lin
Australia5 years ago

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Shows strong Australian cyber focus with practical, interview-driven insights

Listeners praise relaxed yet informative discussions and clear expertise

Audiences appreciate coverage of AI governance and real-world security implications for businesses

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Apple Podcasts	#17	Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts	#39	South Africa/Government
Apple Podcasts	#46	Israel/Government
Apple Podcasts	#91	New Zealand/Government
Apple Podcasts	#114	India/Government
Apple Podcasts	#126	Saudi Arabia/Government

Talking Points

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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.

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

Q: How should government interactions with the public change to foster trust and preparedness?

Develop a transparent national security vision, empower public servants and military leaders to speak openly about challenges, and avoid over-reliance on spin or tightly controlled messaging.

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

Q: From your experience, what is the most urgent shift Australia needs to make to prepare for polycrisis?

Move from a just-in-time posture to a just-in-case framework, strengthen national resilience at the community level, and rebuild public trust through honest, ongoing conversation about threats and tradeoffs.

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

Q: How do you embed cybersecurity as a core business function into day-to-day operations?

He describes aligning security with business risk appetite, understanding commercial aims, and applying layered controls pragmatically to support business activities without stifling growth.

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

Q: And the role of CISO in the business isn't just a security role, isn't that correct?

Fairley explains that the CISO must translate security risks into business outcomes, focusing on how security decisions impact commercial goals, customer experience, and reputation, rather than treating security as a standalone function.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cyber Uncut

What is Cyber Uncut about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Cyber Uncut centers on Australia's cyber landscape, blending brisk news roundups with in-depth interviews from security practitioners and industry leaders. Episodes cover AI adoption, data breaches, threat intelligence, and governance, often tying practical controls to national security and critical infrastructure. Noteworthy patterns include a strong emphasis on zero-trust, incident response, and the evolving role of AI in both defense and business contexts, with guests ranging from security vendors to policymakers. The show's Australian focus, accessible discussion style, and mix of technical and strategic topics make it a solid resource for security professionals, government audiences, and tech leaders seeking current implications for cy... more

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