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The National Security Podcast

ANU National Security College
Australia
China
Climate Change
Indian Ocean
National Security
ASEAN
Artificial Intelligence
India
Indo-Pacific
Indonesia
Bangladesh
United States
Non-Traditional Security
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Economic Policy
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Democracy

Expert analysis, insights and opinion on the national security challenges facing Australia and the Indo-Pacific.

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Latest Episodes

How has the terrorism threat landscape evolved since 9/11, and what makes today’s challenges more complex? 

How is the counterterrorism response evolving in response to today’s rapidly shifting global landscape?  

How has Trump’s ‘America-First’ po... more

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How has Indonesia’s foreign policy evolved under President Prabowo?

Is Indonesia slowly moving from being ‘non-aligned’ to being ‘multi-aligned’?

How have recent US foreign and domestic policies affected its relationship with Indonesia?

How can Au... more

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How has strategic deterrence evolved from the Cold War to contemporary times?

What is ‘strategic substitution,’ and how has China used it to craft its unique approach to deterrence?

How does the ‘Golden Dome’ proposed by the US fit into today’s d... more

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How aligned are China and Russia's strategic interests?

How is this relationship playing out in relation to competing spheres of influence in Central Asia?

What are the key points of friction in the China-Russia partnership?

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Recent Guests

Nick Rasmussen
Leading expert in counterterrorism and national security, former Director of National Counterterrorism Center
McCain Institute at Arizona State University
Episode: Evolving lessons in counterterrorism from 9/11 to 2025
Fiona Cunningham
Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania, a research affiliate with the MIT Security Studies Program, and an expert associate at NSC.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: The evolution of strategic deterrence
Aaron Bateman
Assistant Professor of History and International Affairs at the George Washington University, focusing on technology and U.S. foreign policy.
George Washington University
Episode: The evolution of strategic deterrence
Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva
Lecturer at the National Security College, ANU, with research interests including securitisation theory and geopolitics of Central Eurasia.
Australian National University
Episode: Partners with limits: inside the China–Russia relationship
Graham Meehan
Former Australian Ambassador to Russia and well-respected diplomat with extensive experience in China and Taiwan.
Episode: Partners with limits: inside the China–Russia relationship
Rowan Callick
Expert associate at NSC, industry fellow at the Griffith Asia Institute, former China correspondent and Asia Pacific editor for major Australian newspapers
Episode: PM Albanese's China visit and the future of the Aus-China relationship
Will Glasgow
North Asia correspondent for The Australian, first based in Beijing, now in Taipei
The Australian
Episode: PM Albanese's China visit and the future of the Aus-China relationship
John Blaxland
Director of the ANU North America Liaison Office and Professor of International Security and Intelligence Studies
ANU (Australian National University)
Episode: Unpacking the Australia-US relationship with “our man in Washington”
Rory Medcalf
Head of the National Security College with 30 years of experience in diplomacy, intelligence analysis, and academia.
National Security College
Episode: A decade at the helm: in conversation with Rory Medcalf

Host

David Andrews
Senior Manager for Policy and Engagement at the ANU National Security College

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Sad

    The podcast ‘classifying misogyny as extremism’ . Listening to these 4 women create arguments to restrict freedom is chilling. No wonder there is a backlash against feminism. It appears they can never be happy. Academics with little worldly experience. Humans are unjust, unreasonable and life is unfair. Sad? Yes! Reality? yes! Govt overreach is never the answer.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Anthony Marich
    Australia4 months ago
  • Sound Quality is Poor

    I’m not sure if the host has a speech impediment or if the mixing of this podcast is over emphasising bass (or both) or the recording of the podcast is occurring too close to the microphone, but whatever is going on it’s difficult to get past listening to the poor production quality. It detracts from wanting to listen to potentially good content.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NatahliaB
    Australiaa year ago
  • A national security podcast about anything but

    This podcast ought to devote more bandwidth to core matters of national security.

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    3
    hugefitzpatrick
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great range of topics

    This is a great podcast covering a wide range of topics crucial for the national security conversation in and around Australia. The episodes could be shorter, but the conversation points are fantastic and would make a great resource for any student or young policymaker.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TeeRex_Dino
    Australia2 years ago
  • Often Misleading Podcast Titles

    I really wanted to listen the this podcast in-depth but every time I downloaded episodes it was full of woke agendas and discussion if this is what The National University is teaching Australia’s Brightest we are in trouble. It’s a woke agenda podcast rather than intelligent discussion on security, intelligence and National issues facing Australia from the ANU

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BandidoK
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast provides an excellent platform for essential conversations regarding Australia's national security.
Some audience members find the delivery style reminiscent of a lecture, which may detract from engagement for certain listeners.
There are concerns about production quality, with some expressing difficulty in enjoying episodes due to sound issues.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and expert opinions on current national security issues.
Many listeners recognize the relevance of the topics, considering them crucial in today's geopolitical environment.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#210
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#176
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#242
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#243
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Evolving lessons in counterterrorism from 9/11 to 2025
Q: How does your law enforcement and intelligence community get across the various kinds of threats we face now?
The intelligence community must be adaptive and prepared for a diverse range of potential terrorist motivations, requiring a broader understanding of the current threat landscape.
Evolving lessons in counterterrorism from 9/11 to 2025
Q: How has the nature of terrorism evolved since the early 2000s?
Technology has been a significant catalyst, allowing terrorist organizations to spread messages and ideologies much more effectively than ever before.
Evolving lessons in counterterrorism from 9/11 to 2025
Q: Can I start by asking, what is your insight on how terrorism landscape is shifting and what emerging threats we should be mindful of?
The terrorism threat landscape is more diverse, complicated, and challenging than at any point since 9/11, with new ideologies and extremist thoughts emerging continually while older threats like Al Qaeda remain persistent.
Unpacking the Australia-US relationship with “our man in Washington”
Q: How do you see the relationship evolving amid current international challenges?
Concern persists regarding how the Australian-US alliance might be affected long-term while it remains critical to pursue our interests in the South Pacific and the Indian Ocean.
Unpacking the Australia-US relationship with “our man in Washington”
Q: What have you observed regarding the intelligence sharing partnership and how it's evolving?
There's a mixture of emotions within the intelligence community ranging from worry to confidence; but I note that the Five Eyes partnership is under review due to changing US dynamics.

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What is The National Security Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Offering expert analysis and insights, the content focuses on the national security challenges confronted by Australia and the broader Indo-Pacific region. Through discussions featuring various experts, the episodes cover a broad range of topics including counterterrorism, international relations, and geopolitical dynamics, with an emphasis on Australia's strategic partnerships and foreign policy implications. Noteworthy themes include the role of technology in modern security challenges, the evolving relationship between major powers, and the impact of regional collaborations on global stability. This podcast likely appeals to individuals interested in national security, policymaking, and contemporary geopolitical issues, presenting a uniq... more

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1. Nick Rasmussen
2. Fiona Cunningham
3. Aaron Bateman
4. Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva
5. Graham Meehan
6. Rowan Callick
7. Will Glasgow
8. John Blaxland

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