STANDEASY

Tony Geraghty, Commander (Rtd)

Ireland

Russia

International Law

Europe

Security and Sovereignty

Neutrality

China

European Union

David Blagden

Maritime Security

Cyber

National Security Strategy

Constitution Of Ireland

Democracy

Hybrid Warfare

National Maritime Security Strategy

Neutrality Of Ireland

Defence Spending

Hague Conventions

Great War / World War I

StandEasy is a podcast about Ireland’s defence, security, and place in a changing world. Hosted by retired Irish Naval Commander Tony Geraghty, it explores how Ireland manages its national security, from defence policy and neutrality to the institutions behind it. Through conversations with expert guests, it breaks down defence and international security into clear, accessible discussion. Each epi... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	12	Founded	2 months ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	NewsPolitics

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Latest Episodes

Drone Warfare: The New Face of Air Power

This episode forms part of STANDEASY's continuing Threats Series, examining the evolving security challenges facing Ireland, Europe, and the wider international environment.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr Matthew Powell from the RAF College Cran... more

3 Jul 2026 • 45 min

The Undersea Threat: Submarines, Seabed Warfare and Ireland's Security

This episode forms part of STANDEASY's continuing Threats Series, examining the evolving security challenges facing Ireland, Europe, and the wider international environment.

In this episode, I am joined by Ryan Ramsey, former Royal Navy Commander, C... more

26 Jun 2026 • 34 min

Intelligence in the 21st Century: Understanding Threats in an Uncertain World

This episode forms part of STANDEASY's continuing Threats Series, examining the evolving challenges facing Ireland, Europe, and the wider international security environment.

In this episode, I am joined by Philip Ingram MBE, a former senior British ... more

19 Jun 2026 • 53 min

Hybrid Warfare: Conflict Beyond the Battlefield

This episode forms part of STANDEASY's continuing Threats Series, examining the evolving challenges facing Ireland, Europe, and the wider international security environment.

In this episode, I’m joined by Professor Andrew Mumford, Professor of War S... more

12 Jun 2026 • 48 min

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Recent Guests

Philip Ingram

Broadcaster and presenter with extensive background in security and intelligence

Former British military intelligence officer, NATO planner

Episode: Intelligence in the 21st Century: Understanding Threats in an Uncertain World

Andrew Mumford

Professor, University of Nottingham; expert on Hybrid Warfare

University of Nottingham

Episode: Hybrid Warfare: Conflict Beyond the Battlefield

Robert McCabe

Dr. Robert McCabe, Marsec Research Project lead at NMCI MTU; former Assistant Professor and Course Director of Maritime Security Programme at Coventry University

Marsec Research Project, National Maritime College of Ireland; MTU

Episode: Ireland's Invisible Lifelines: Securing Critical Infrastructure at Sea.

Ed Burke

Dr.

Episode: Trust and Verification: Security Vetting in the Wake of the McKeeffe Case allegations

Brian Cleary

Brigadier General, Defense Forces (retired); former Commander of the Defense Force Cyber Defense Command

Irish Defence Forces

Episode: Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare: Defending Ireland in the Digital Age

Ken Sheehan

Commodore; former Communication Information Services Officer, Defense Forces

Irish Defence Forces

Episode: Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare: Defending Ireland in the Digital Age

Andrew Cottey

Professor, EU Jean Monnet Chair in European Political Integration

University College Cork

Episode: “Irish Neutrality in the 21st Century: Identity, Security, and Strategic Choice”

Veronica Barry

Dr. Veronica Barry, UCD School of History and Center for War Studies

University College Dublin

Episode: The foundations of Neutrality in International Law: What It Is (and Is Not)

David Blagden

Associate Professor of International Security and Strategy at the University of Exeter

University of Exeter

Episode: “The First Duty of the State: Security and Sovereignty”

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Tony Geraghty

Host of the podcast focusing on Ireland's defence and security; retired Irish Naval Commander.

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Apple Podcasts	#60	Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#188	Ireland/News

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Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare: Defending Ireland in the Digital Age

Q: Brian, given the points about private sector involvement, how does Ireland balance reliance on private companies with national security needs?

Brian argues that Ireland is heavily dependent on private sector resilience but private companies protect their own assets first and are not national security organizations; a comprehensive national strategy and expanded cyber defense capabilities are required, including closer alignment of sectors and strengthening of regulatory and state capacities.

Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare: Defending Ireland in the Digital Age

Q: So maybe Ken, could you start us off with that? (Where does cyber security end and cyber warfare begin for Ireland?)

Ken explains that cyber security is largely technical and organizational, while cyber warfare targets military or political objectives; the line is blurred as state and non-state actors use cyber tools for strategic effects, with emphasis on the need for clear roles and government structures to assign responsibility across agencies.

Hybrid Warfare: Conflict Beyond the Battlefield

Q: What should Ireland do to become more resilient against hybrid threats?

The guest stresses that resilience must be paired with deterrence; there should be open public discourse and cross-government collaboration to strengthen critical infrastructure, financial systems, and information integrity. He argues for greater media literacy, public-private cooperation, and proactive leadership in communicating risks to the public to reduce susceptibility to disinformation and influence operations.

Hybrid Warfare: Conflict Beyond the Battlefield

Q: Is this restricted to Russia, China, Iran, or have allies or other states been involved in hybrid warfare as well?

Mumford argues that hybrid tactics have long been part of many states' arsenals, not limited to adversaries like Russia or China. He cites Cold War incidents of electoral interference and ongoing examples across the spectrum, emphasizing that the current emphasis is on a strategic use of below-threshold activities to erode trust and stability rather than outright territorial conquest.

Hybrid Warfare: Conflict Beyond the Battlefield

Q: So when people hear the term Hybrid Warfare, what should they understand it to mean? And can you give a couple of examples to start off?

Professor Mumford explains that hybrid threats sit below the traditional thresholds of war, blending disinformation, electoral interference, cyber operations, and economic pressure into a broader strategic campaign. He notes the distinction between viewing this as a new form of warfare versus a reinterpretation of old tools used in novel ways, and he emphasizes the need to connect disparate activities to understand a wider, orchestrated effort designed to undermine Western unity and democratic legitimacy.

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This show repeatedly examines Ireland's security posture, with a strong emphasis on neutrality, defense policy, and how Ireland interacts with European and transatlantic security frameworks. Episodes explore balancing non-alignment with EU, NATO-related mechanisms, maritime and air security roles, and national defense reform toward closer cooperation with like-minded democracies while preserving a distinctive approach. Across conversations, guests dissect Ireland's strategic geography, public perception versus policy, governance of security, and the practical steps—such as strengthening institutions or debating defense spending—that could shape the country's future security posture. Notable threads include the role of international law, mul... more

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