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Our thinking about defence and security is shaped by ideas. What we see depends on our vantage point and the lenses we apply to the world. Governments, military and business leaders are seeking to maximise the value they gain from scarce resources by becoming more 'strategic'. Standing on the shoulders of the giants of strategy from the past helps us see further and more clearly into the future. T... more

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Despite an increasing focus on SMEs, effective industrial mobilisation must also better harness the power of traditional defence firms. Andrea Thompson from BAE Systems explains how.

The excitement in defence ministries about improving how they eng... more

The preparedness of Western armed forces for conflict is something that has featured prominently in many defence reviews.

Christian Brose, Anduril's President & Chief Strategy Officer, describes how governments can build effective relationships wit... more

Rear Admiral Archer M Macy Jr describes today's military, organisational, human and cultural risks and opportunities in integrating forces for air and missile defence.

Many modern defence reviews focus on the need for integration. Arguably, nowhere... more

Air Chief Marshal Hugh Dowding's air defence system was crucial during the Battle of Britain. The RAF Museum's Andrew Renwick describes how it was created.

In the 1930s, Great Britain, wrestled with the challenge of achieving wide area air defence ... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Thompson
Group Managing Director of BAE Systems, Digital Intelligence Business
BAE Systems
Episode: S6E17: Industrial Mobilisation: Harnessing the Capacity of Defence Primes Andrea Thompson
Christian Brose
President and Chief Strategy Officer at Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries
Episode: S6E16: Harnessing Disruptors in the Defence Industrial Ecosystem: Anduril Industries
Archer M. Macy Jr.
Rear Admiral (retired), US Navy; former Director of the Joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense Organization
Center for Strategic and International Studies; Center for Naval Analyses
Episode: S6E15: Integrating Today's Forces for Air and Missile Defence
Andrew Renwick
Curator of photographs, Royal Air Force Museum Hendon
Royal Air Force Museum Hendon
Episode: S6E14: Force Integration in 1940: Dowding's Air Defence System
Roman Andrzejczak
Former Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces
Polish Armed Forces
Episode: S6E13: Transforming Poland's Military: General Rajmund Andrzejczak
Geoffrey Wawro
Professor of Military History at the University of North Texas, specializing in modern military history.
University of North Texas
Episode: S6E12: The Elder Moltke: Preparing for Victory in 1800s Prussia
Petteri Korvala
Secretary General to the Security Committee, responsible for societal security strategy
Security Committee of Finland
Episode: S6E11: Finland's Comprehensive Security Model
Professor Michael Epkenhans
Former Director of the Otto von Bismarck Foundation and expert on German history
Bundeswehr's Military History Research Office
Episode: S6E9: The Iron Chancellor: Otto von Bismarck's Unification of Germany
Dame Fiona Murray
William Porter 1967 Professor of Entrepreneurship at MIT and Chair of the NATO Innovation Fund
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: S6E8: Prioritising Innovation: Creating a Secure and Resilient Ecosystem

Hosts

Paul O'Neill
Host from the Royal United Services Institute and co-host with expertise in strategy affecting national security.
Beatrice Heuser
Co-host and expert on historical and strategic topics, affiliated with RUSI.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 169 ratings
  • Such great commentary, highly encouraged for life long learners.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Zex
    3 months ago
  • Quality Content

    Excellent pods with two top notch moderators, Professor Heuser has written extensively on strategy and gets the most out of a wide range of speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    george_51
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant and accessible

    What a privilege to listen to these conversations so expertly guided by Beatrice Heuser and Paul O’Neill

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leicalily
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Scholarly and enjoyable

    A great pod, genuinely informative and well presented. Far better than the rambling, ambiguous chatter which was the Western Way of War series.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Henry de Grosmont
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Brilliant for Strategic Theorists

    Loved Beatrice’s Evolution pf Strategy. This is an excellent resource that I’ll be using for my latest book!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maxmckeown
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The show brings together historians and policymakers for practical strategy lessons.
The host pair delivers scholarly yet accessible discussions.
Guests are guided by expert moderators who pull high-quality, nuanced insights.
Prominent guests from military history and security policy make it a go-to for deep strategic thinking.

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S6E17: Industrial Mobilisation: Harnessing the Capacity of Defence Primes Andrea Thompson
Q: What implications does this have for procurement and interfacing with platforms versus digital tools?
Procurement must shift to flexible, outcome-based, and potentially co-created models. The aim is to deliver capability and outcomes at pace, not just the technology, with joint risk-sharing and end-to-end consideration from trial to deployment.
S6E17: Industrial Mobilisation: Harnessing the Capacity of Defence Primes Andrea Thompson
Q: From a digital perspective, what are the biggest enablers of preparedness for Western armed forces and how can industry accelerate those?
The biggest enabler is data treated as a strategic asset, with secure, portable, and accessible pipelines. AI-enabled decision making, secure infrastructures, open architectures, and rapid, iterative development with feedback loops are crucial to accelerate capability.
S6E17: Industrial Mobilisation: Harnessing the Capacity of Defence Primes Andrea Thompson
Q: May I start with a broad question, please? How well positioned is industry to respond to government demands for industrial mobilisation? What's needed to enable that?
Industry is mixed in readiness. It has world-class capabilities in engineering and system integration, but needs bolstering in supply chain resilience, scalable capacity, and future niche skills. The focus should be on data as a strategic asset, digital capabilities, and closer, co-designed engagement with customers to accelerate capability.
S6E16: Harnessing Disruptors in the Defence Industrial Ecosystem: Anduril Industries
Q: What changes are needed in government to enable faster, larger-scale production?
Governments must shift from long, linear acquisition cycles to flexible, iterative engagement with industry, set buying mechanisms that reward rapid deployment and mass production, and focus on procurement and production as primary metrics.
S6E16: Harnessing Disruptors in the Defence Industrial Ecosystem: Anduril Industries
Q: What does industry need to do to support the described preparedness and high-low mix?
Industry should redesign programs from the ground up for mass production, reduce dependence on single sources, and work with government through iterative requirements and procurement processes to scale capabilities quickly.

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A thought-provoking series exploring strategic thinking in defense, security, and leadership. Across episodes, guests span military historians, policymakers, economists, and business strategists who dissect historical turning points, reforms, and modern resilience—covering topics from 19th-century Prussian modernization to contemporary innovation ecosystems in defense, radical uncertainty, and national security policy. The show emphasizes how ideas shape strategy, the tensions between civil and military authorities, and the role of culture, leadership, and resilience in navigating complex, high-stakes environments. A notable strength is pairing seasoned hosts with top-tier guests to translate intricate history and theory into practical insi... more

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