Australian Defence Magazine (ADM) is dedicated to reporting the business of defence capability planning and procurement as well as reporting the development of infrastructure to support the ADF. ADM's main objective is to provide an essential communications bridge between defence industry and its single source customer, the Department of Defence. ADM also reports on the budgetary process, the policy development, the capability planning process and the procurement decisions which together provide the equipment and resources for Australia's defence force. This podcast showcases the people and topics of interest to ADM and supplements the content found in the magazine.
In this episode, Grant McHerron chats with Ewen Levick, Nigel Pittaway, Julian Kerr and Ben Felton about their experiences and observations on the final day of the Land Forces 2024 event.We kick off with the observation that the theme of the show has been Australian industry's involvement in supply chains with many announcements about contributions to programs both local and international. We also note that the show has had a relaxed but quaity feeling as most major hardware selections have already been made.Army have been showing off their gear that's already in service but we also note that there's been a strategic lift test where a CH-47F was broken down for transport in a C-17. This leads to the concern that there's been a lack of discussion about littoral operations, despite this becoming a major direction for Army.The discussion then moves on to funding only being guaranteed for the next two years which makes it difficult for industry to plan and invest without confirmed levels of funding out to five years. We wrap with the observation that speed to capability depends on transparency and a look at what attendees can expect from the inaugural ADM Australia-Korea Defence Congress in Seoul at the end of this month.------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
9/13/24 • 12:39
In this episode, Grant McHerron chats with Ewen Levick, Ben Felton, Julian Kerr, and Michael Flanagan about their experiences and observations on day two of the Land Forces 2024 event.We start with Julian giving us his views on the event before heading off to yet another interview, Next up is Lockheed Martin Australia's contract with Morand to assess local suppliers' ability to source raw materials for GWEO. This leads to a discussion on building entire missiles in Australia as compared to assembling imported subsystems.There's also discussion about AUKUS information sharing, the need for the Australian government to start issuing contracts with Australian Defence industry, especially SMEs,. Ewen mentions Western Australia's readiness to provide the extensive capabilities required to support nuclear submarines (hint: it's not just about pouring concrete!). We wrap up by discussing Army's transition to autonomous systems and the prevalence of AI, autonomy and collaborative combat capabilities on display at the show. There's also a sneak peek into Nigel's absence from this daily wrap.------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
9/12/24 • 14:39
In this episode, Grant McHerron chats with Ewen Levick, Nigel Pittaway and Ben Felton about their experiences and observations on day one of the Land Forces 2024 event.We start the discussion with views on BAE Systems' unveiling of their Atlas Collaborative Combat Variant (CCV), an 8x8 autonomous armoured vehicle. We then move on to the manufacture of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) missiles here in Australia and the issues that need to be addressed before key components can be created locally rather than imported.The team also comment on the range of attendees and the size of the show, despite most of the big decisions for Army having already been made. It's perhaps not such a surprise when considering that Army's transition to littoral operations and long range fires is their biggest change in some time, a change that has a long way to go before it is completed.If you're at the show, come to stand GG0 where you can pick up copies of our latest issues, including the September/October edition. You may also encounter our team on the show floor as they conduct interviews and record content. ------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
9/11/24 • 11:10
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ben Felton talk with Samir Mehta, President of the Communication Systems segment for L3Harris Technologies, about L3Harris’ support for Australia and resilient communications.We begin the discussion by getting an overview of L3Harris broad range of support services, its long standing presence in Australia, and detailed insights into the Regional Support Centre and the sovereign capabilities it will deliver. We explore the importance of truly resilient communications, the considerations involved in achieving this nationally, and how L3Harris aims to support Australia in the modernisation of its communications and workforce. Samir also discusses the necessity to quickly adapt to communication spectrums in battle scenarios, the considerations involved in developing secure communications.We wrap up by getting a sneak peak into the types of activities that the Regional Support Centre will provide once active.LINKS:Resilient network communications: www.l3harris.com/all-capabilities/resilient-c5isr-jadc2-network-communicationsL3Harris Australia: www.l3harris.com/en-au/australiaL3Harris opens Centre of Excellence in Brisbane: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/l3harris-opens-centre-of-excellence-in-brisbane------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
9/10/24 • 24:44
In this episode, Grant McHerron, Ewen Levick and Ben Felton talk with Lena Parker, General Manager Energy Solutions at Ventia, about energy security and its importance for national security.We start off the discussion by getting an overview of why energy and national security are intertwined, with a focus on moving away from coal to renewables, the responsibilities that Defence has in ensuring the supply of power to its assets and Australia’s citizens, and the challenges it faces being the largest landowner in the nation. We explore the options available, assess the current security situation, the increase in Australia’s energy usage, and the complexities in decision making related to rolling out solutions due to the number of stakeholders involved. Lena also walks us through the work Ventia is doing, primarily building generation and storage assets, decreasing consumption of electricity, and how Ventia is working with Defence to innovate scalable solutions.The discussion also gives insights into Ventia's projects including their extensive battery services, largely for Telstra exchanges, and the difficulties involved in government policy, resourcing, and funding. We wrap up by reviewing the viability of nuclear energy especially in relation to the time it will take to launch operational facilities. LINKS:Ventia: www.ventia.comEnergy security is national security: www.ventia.com/insights/explainer/energy-security-is-national-security------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
9/5/24 • 28:37
In this News Review episode, Grant McHerron, Ewen Levick and Ben Felton review and discuss some of the recent news of interest from Australia, the USA and the Asia / Pacific region.We start by discussing the announcement that Kongsberg has received $850m from the Australian Government to build a new factory at Newcastle Airport for production of missiles and to qualify Australian companies for its supply chain. Following this, we consider the recently announced update to the AUKUS Pillar One agreement which imposes stricter conditions on our handling of nuclear materials while also stating that the US & UK militaries have priority over Australian requirements.Keeping with the US, we also discuss the new ITAR Exemptions for Australia and the UK, Australia's five Excluded Technology List items. We also discuss the recent items about Ghost Shark and Ghost Bat developments.We wrap up the episode with a look at Regional news items, including Australia and Indonesia agreeing to an in-principle Defence Cooperation upgrade, the 6th Joint Heads of Pacific Security Meeting, withdrawal of ADF personnel from the Solomon Islands, and Indo Pacific Endeavour 2024 kicking off last week. LINKS:Kongsberg to build Naval and Joint Strike Missiles in Australia: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/kongsberg-to-build-naval-and-joint-strike-missiles-in-australiaNew AUKUS agreement signed: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/new-aukus-agreement-signedAustralian ITAR exemption to begin on 1 September: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/australian-itar-exemption-to-begin-on-1-septemberGhost Shark makes US debut: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/ghost-shark-makes-us-debutFirst Air Force pilot trained on MQ-28A Ghost Bat: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/first-air-force-pilot-trained-on-mq-28a-ghost-batJoint ministerial statement on Australia-Indonesia Defence cooperation: www.minister.defence.gov.au/statements/2024-08-20/joint-ministerial-statement-australia-indonesia-defence-cooperationPacific security chiefs meet to advance operational cooperation: www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2024-08-16/pacific-security-chiefs-meet-advance-operational-cooperationIndo-Pacific Endeavour 2024 to deepen regional partnerships: www.defence.gov.au/news-events/releases/2024-08-12/indo-pacific-endeavour-2024-deepen-regional-partnerships------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (
8/27/24 • 21:01
In this episode, we’re changing the format a little as Grant McHerron, Ewen Levick and Ben Felton review and discuss some of the recent news of interest from Australia, the USA and the Asia / Pacific region.We start the discussion with the big news that the Prime Minister has reshuffled his ministers with Pat Conroy being promoted to Cabinet, Matt Thistlethwaite leaving the Defence portfolio, and Luke Gosling becoming a Special Envoy. We then discuss Ghost Shark receiving extra funding, the first Triton being officially handed over to the RAAF, and Northrop Grumman's AMP-3 contract.Looking next at the USA and their big OPEROSE 2024 exercise that tested moving Long Range Strike supplies from Victoria to the North of the country, the implications of the first Virginia class submarine being forward deployed to Guam, and the US Army's Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) achieves Milestone B in its development programme.We wrap up the episode by looking at the Asia / Pacific region where the Phillipines have attended their first Exercise Pitch Black, bringing four FA-50 aircraft, the RNZAF's third new C-130J has flown in the USA, and Papua New Guinea bringing two PAC-750XL aircraft to Pitch Black 2024.LINKS:Defence portfolio reshuffled: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/defence-portfolio-reshuffledGhost Shark production approved: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/ghost-shark-production-approvedRAAF welcomes first Triton: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/raaf-welcomes-first-tritonNorthrop Grumman awarded $14 million contract to maintain Australian access to US missile warning network: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/northrop-grumman-awarded-14-million-contract-to-maintain-australian-access-to-us-missile-warning-networkIntegrated long-range logistics: www.defence.gov.au/news-events/news/2024-08-05/integrated-long-range-logisticsGuam slated to homeport its first Virginia-class fast-attack submarine: www.stripes.com/branches/navy/2024-08-02/navy-guam-submarine-uss-minnesota-14716907.htmlFLRAA achieves Milestone B, enters next phase of development: www.army.mil/article/278591/flraa_achieves_milestone_bExercise Pitch Black 2024 set to break records: www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/exercise-pitch-black-2024-set-to-break-records------------------Triton image supplied by & © Department of Defence.------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not...
8/13/24 • 23:06
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ewen Levick talk with Rob Sutton, Managing Director of Mirragin, about a Defence ecosystem for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS).We kick off the discussion by getting an overview of how Defence is currently engaging with and expanding on RAS, with insights into what is needed to build a functioning sovereign ecosystem, and the important services it can provide throughout every level of war fighting functions. Rob also gives us an insight into what has prevented a wider uptake, despite some of these technologies having been available for quite some time, and whether Defence is sufficiently scaling the RAS ecosystem.We wrap up by discussing how Commonwealth Procurement Rules are shaping and possibly restricting RAS in Defence.LINKS:Mirragin Consulting: mirragin.com.au/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
7/7/24 • 34:23
In this episode we're featuring audio recorded at the AutogenAI Executive Exchange luncheon event held recently in Canberra, which was live streamed to the ADM YouTube channel. Sean Williams, the founder and global CEO of AutogenAI, takes centre stage, sharing his journey to founding AutogenAI and his career evolution from writing tender responses to tech enthusiast. He unveils the astonishing impact of AI and discusses the sociological revolution sparked by large language models, emphasising their transformative potential in reading and writing processes.We then transition to the event's panel session which touched on topics such as the security implications of large language models, technology evolution in defence innovation, and ensuring data security with advancing technology. The discussion highlights the role of humans in AI writing assistance and addresses regulatory challenges and risk assessment in AI implementation.We wrap up with a peak into the future of AI in defence, urging for a nuanced approach to regulation and deployment in this rapidly evolving field.Panel:Ewen Levick, Publisher at ADM GroupSean Williams, CEO of AutogenAIAbu Odigie, CEO & co-founder of Tender TraceRob Sutton, Managing Director of Mirragin ConsultingLINKS:AutogenAI:autogenai.com/en-ausADM YouTube channel:www.youtube.com/@AustraliandefenceAuMag------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
6/4/24 • 54:52
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ewen Levick talk with Mark Stevens, Managing Partner of Periscope Capital Partners and Managing Director of Arican, about Periscope and private capital for Defence industry.We kick off the discussion by reviewing the difficulties the industry faces when trying to access private capital, and Mark gives us an overview of the goals of Periscope Capital Partners to raise and deploy $1 billion in the next decade. With this context in mind, we get a detailed breakdown of how they differ from other funds, their upcoming launch, and the factors that contribute to the selection of small to medium enterprises (SME’s) for their investments. The discussion moves onto how investors have been deterred from Defence due to the misinterpretation of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) issues, and their lack of knowledge about the industry, as well as how the government has reacted to their private equity initiatives.We wrap up by breaking down how the investment model must be adjusted for Defence, with considerations on relationships with Government, fast tracking acquisitions, and building an investment ecosystem for the industry.LINKS:Periscope Capital Partners:www.periscopecapitalpartners.com.au/pitch@periscopecapitalpartners.com.au------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
4/17/24 • 29:22
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ewen Levick talk with Michael Shoebridge, Founder and Director of Strategic Analysis Australia, about the government’s recently released response to the Surface Fleet Review and other topics.We start off with Michael’s first impressions on the Surface Fleet Review, with concerns surrounding its lack of funding, outdated focus on going big, and delays in delivery. We get further insights into how Australian Defence’s sovereign risk has increased due to many contracts for major platforms not being honoured. The discussion also explores how the ‘small, smart, and many’ has outweighed the ‘large, strong, and few’, with examples drawn from the conflict from Ukraine. We also assess the challenges with American supplied missiles and the use of Large Optionally Crewed Surface Vessels (LOSVs, aka "missile trailers") to supplement those on the destroyers and frigates. Throughout this discussion, we also explore the complacency of Defence during non-war periods, the importance of diversity in the weapons portfolio, and how weapons choices can restrict frigate design. We wrap up by assessing how buying ready made ships could result in successful and prompt delivery. LINKS:Plans revealed for Australia's future surface fleet:www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/plans-revealed-for-australia-s-future-surface-fleetStrategic Analysis Australia:strategicanalysis.org/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
2/26/24 • 40:42
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Phil Guy, Managing Director of Alkath Group, and David Devine, General Manager of Mellori Solutions, about Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, or EMSO. We get an overview of how the electromagnetic (EM) spectrum is used to transmit data for communication and navigations across multiple domains. We also get an insight into the possibility for the unification for the EM spectrum in the air, land, cyber, and space domains. The discussion provides an update on the ADF’s progress in adopting EMSO, the challenges that are being experienced in Ukraine, and the difficulties of simulating EMSO for training in the field. We further explore the increased use of low cost EMSO devices such as drones and jammers before discussing the areas that the ADF needs to focus on to ensure they can conduct EMSO with effectively trained staff and effective systems to maintain dominance on the battlefield.LINKS:Navigating the Electromagnetic Storm: alkath.group/navigating-the-electromagnetic-storm-article-by-phil-guyUnderstanding the Dark Arts: www.australiandefence.com.au/defence/c4i-ew/understanding-the-dark-artsAlkath Group: alkath.group Mellori Solutions: mellori.com.au------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2024
2/6/24 • 32:15
During Indo Pacific 2023, Grant McHerron talked with George McGuire, CEO of Sentinel Boats. We get an update following their recent delivery of their Sentinels to the NZ Navy equipped with a robust recyclable HDPE hull, which is highly durable, capable, and adaptable in emergency, industrial, and military environments. The discussion also explores their partnership with L3Harris to deploy autonomous capabilities on the Sentinel, which can provide scalability, surveillance, and sustainment.Our second interview for this episode is with James Cowles, senior business development manager for L3Harris Autonomous Surface Vessels. We discuss the autonomous vessels being demonstrated at Indo Pacific 2023, explore their work with the UK Royal Navy to deploy ISR and mine hunting capabilities, and gain an insight into the levels of automation, navigation and payloads currently in use internationally.LINKS:Sentinel Boats and L3Harris partner on autonomous capabilitywww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/sentinel-boats-and-l3harris-partner-on-autonomous-capabilityRoyal New Zealand Navy LMC on display at Indo Pacificwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/royal-new-zealand-navy-lmc-on-display-at-indo-pacificNZ Navy launches new Sentinel boatswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/nz-navy-launches-new-sentinel-boats Indo-Pacific 23 - ADM Updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pacific-2023-day-1-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-2-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-3-updates------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au). The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved. ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM...
11/26/23 • 20:15
During Indo Pacific 2023, Grant McHerron was able to meet with David Goodrich OAM, Executive Chairman & Chief Executive at Anduril Australia & Asia Pacific, and Dr Shane Arnott, Senior Vice President Engineering at Anduril Industries. We discuss their Ghost Shark program that is utilising a number of local suppliers to deliver Australian developed autonomous undersea vehicles, and their focus on autonomous systems that complement rather than replace humans in Defence. Our second interview is with Liam Catterson, business development manager at Lockheed Martin Australia, about the Aegis system. We discuss the development of the system, its integration into numerous operational environments, and its ability to link to vertical launching systems on land as well as sea. We wrap up by getting an insight into the future roadmap for Aegis within the ADF, with comparisons to the approach being taken by the US.LINKS:Ghost Shark spotlights sovereign capabilitywww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/ghost-shark-spotlights-sovereign-capability Lockheed Martin completes Aegis design agent contractwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/lockheed-martin-completes-aegis-design-agent-contract Lockheed Martin says Patriot missile could 'replace anything and everything'www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/lockheed-martin-says-patriot-missile-could-replace-anything-and-everything Indo-Pacific 23 - ADM Updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pacific-2023-day-1-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-2-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-3-updates------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au). The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved. ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve Visscher Australian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/23/23 • 39:50
During Indo Pacific 2023, Grant McHerron met with Fabian Knechtl, Managing Director of Schiebel Pacific, to discuss the impacts of the current government's delays to Project Sea 129 Phase 5 Block 1, and Schiebel Pacific's civilian work with their Camcopter system. We discuss how Schiebel is responding to the delay of Phase 5, their work with other navies in the Pacific, and the benefits that their autonomous Camcopter offers emergency services.Our second interview for this episode is with Amanda Holt, CEO of SYPAQ, about their Corvo Precision Payload Delivery System successes, and the impacts to the Australian defence industry due to the government delaying important decisions. We discuss their progress following the launch of their flat pack cardboard drones, the response from civilians and Defence, and how diversification has secured SYPAQ's longevity following the DSR. We also review how the Defence industry needs to adjust their procurement and delivery styles to reduce risk and cost concerns.LINKS:Indo-Pacific 23 - ADM Updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pacific-2023-day-1-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-2-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-3-updates------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au). The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved. ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/21/23 • 26:47
During Indo Pacific 2023, Grant McHerron met with Chris Muskett, Maritime Engineering Director at BAE Systems, regarding the modified Hunter class frigate design they unveiled at the event, featuring 96 Vertical Launch System (VLS) cells instead of the current design’s 32. Chris gives us an insight into their prioritisation of missiles and long range strike, whilst maintaining their foundational Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capabilities. We discuss the technicalities of designing and implementing their concept design, and we explore Chris’s history and experiences as a ship builder.The second interview is with Pablo Menendez, Chief Strategy Implementation Officer at Navantia Australia, about the Tasman Class Corvette they have offered to the Australian Government while at the show. Pablo gives us an overview of the role that the Corvette plays, the changes made to the base model to upgrade its systems, and the reduced resourcing it requires. We also discuss its integration into Australian systems, the benefits offered to Navy, and Navantia’s strong representation within the current fleet. We wrap up by exploring Australia’s capability to build and support the vessel nationally, and the assurances provided by Navantia Australia.LINKS:BAE Systems unveils upgunned Hunter proposalwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/bae-unveils-upgunned-hunter-proposalAustal, Civmec, Navantia Australia partner to offer corvettes for RANwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/austal-civmec-navantia-australia-partner-to-offer-corvettes-for-ranIndo-Pacific 23 - ADM Updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pacific-2023-day-1-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-2-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-3-updates-----------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au). The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved. ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/16/23 • 24:01
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ewen Levick talk with Mark Stevens, founder of Arican Advisory Capital, regarding the struggles faced by Defence industry from on-going governmental delays in decisions and funding.Mark gives us his views on the widespread disruption to providers caused by lack of funding, growing gaps in capability, and delays in procurement decisions. We discuss concerns from the US following the AUKUS agreement, and Australia’s struggle to catch up with the strategic environment. We also explore Australia’s engagements with international powers with the need to deter China, whilst strengthening ties with Asian powers, note the challenges likely to be faced by the Service Chiefs and Chief of the Defence Force (CDF) at the moment, and highlight the role that the Defence Industry plays in supporting those stakeholders.LINKS:Arican Advisory Capitalwww.arican.com.au/Indo-Pac 23 - ADM Updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pacific-2023-day-1-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-2-updateswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/indo-pac-23-day-3-updates ------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/13/23 • 40:22
In this episode, Grant McHerron catches up with Ewen Levick, Publisher of ADM, and Nigel Pittaway, Editor of ADM, to discuss what they've seen at the Indo Pacific 2023 event and the general mood they're getting from exhibitors as delays in decisions and funding from government are causing issues for Primes and SMEs alike. LINKS:Indo Pacific 2023 Event: www.indopacificexpo.com.au/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/8/23 • 11:25
In this episode, Grant McHerron was at the Indo Pacific 2023 event opening's ministerial press conference, recording the full Q&A with the Acting Prime Minister & Minister for Defence, the Honorable Richard Marles MP, and the Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark D. Hammond. This includes questions from the reporters present on topics such as China's lack of presence at the event, F-35s on the LHDs, recruitment, AUKUS, submarines, nuclear industry and funding the Defence budget. LINKS:Indo Pacific 2023 Event: www.indopacificexpo.com.au/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
11/7/23 • 25:03
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Rob Slaven, Defence Business Development Director at Serco Asia-Pacific, and Ryan Maatta, Marine Engineering Manager at Serco North America, about their involvement with DARPA's No Mariners Required Ship (NOMARS) program.We get an insight into how the NOMARS program is adapting available off the shelf technologies to build an uncrewed vessel that can stay at sea for a year, with autonomous navigation and refuelling. The discussion explores the balance between automation and human intervention, the collaboration between Serco and DARPA, and the scope for the next phase's construction of the system. We get an understanding of the logistics of the vessel, maintenance redundancies, decreased cost of operations, and its potential to operate with the Australian Navy. We wrap up by discussing how Serco are working with other companies and technologies to deliver the vessel, and how the design of the NOMARS varies from typical crewed vessels.LINKS:Serco's NOMARS team is reshaping the future of unmanned maritime operations:www.serco.com/na/media-and-news/2022/sercos-nomars-team-is-reshaping-the-future-of-unmanned-maritime-operations------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
10/22/23 • 31:25
In this episode, Grant McHerron & Ewen Levick talk with Marcus Hellyer, Defence and strategic policy analyst with Strategic Analysis Australia, about his views on China’s military buildup, its push into the South China Sea, the Taiwan situation and the potential for war.We discuss China’s current power and status, with perspectives surrounding balancing investments into economy and military capability, the possibility of invading Taiwan, and its comparisons to Russia. We get an insight into Xi Jinping's plausible strategies, further expansions into the South China sea, and Australia’s contingency capabilities. Marcus also gives us his thoughts on Australia’s initiative for independent defence from China and potential role in supporting the US in Taiwan.LINKS:Strategic Analysis Australia podcast: https://strategicanalysis.org/podcasts/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
9/26/23 • 35:01
In this episode, we discuss ADM’s new 30 Under 30 initiative, which seeks to recognise Australia’s best and brightest and also showcase the rewarding careers available in the Australian Defence Force and Defence Industry. We’ve brought together some sponsor representatives and winners of the Women in Defence Rising Star category to discuss the importance of this new initiative. Appearing in this episode are:Kylie Leonard, ADM Group's Associate PublisherCarl Oberg from Coras, the Gold Sponsor of the Awards.Taylah Griffin, winner of the 2019 Women in Defence Rising Star award.Jenine McCoach & Steven Carroll of Toll Government and Defence, a Bronze Sponsor of the Awards.Madeline Bonfini, winner of the 2021 Women in Defence Rising Star award.Sandy Taylor from ViaSat Australia, a Bronze Sponsor of the Awards.LINKS:ADM's 30 Under 30 Awards: adm30u30awards.com.au------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
9/13/23 • 30:35
In this episode, Grant McHerron & Ewen Levick talk with Mick Ryan, retired Australian Army Major General & military strategist, about his views on the Ukrainian counter offensive that’s currently underway.Mick’s experience as a military strategist gives us insights into President Zelensky's decision to defend Bakhmut, their breach into Russia’s main defensive zone, and Russia’s progress in adapting to the Ukrainian response. The discussion explores the factors surrounding the warfare with a focus on Russia’s mine fields and their impact on armoured mobility, the ways in which Ukrainians conduct their operations, and the evolution of militaries and technologies on the battlefield.We wrap up by evaluating whether the morale of Russian troops is a vulnerability, considering Ukraine’s victory conditions, and discussing what Australia can do to better support Ukraine.LINKS:Mick Ryan: https://mickryan.com.au/------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
9/10/23 • 26:25
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Mark Stevens, Managing Director at Arican, about his views on a number of topics relating to the Army as it adjusts following the Defence Strategic Review.We kick off the discussion by reviewing Hanwa’s contract to build their Redback IFV’s, the Army’s progress in restructuring, and the factors surrounding the acquisition of platforms in Defence sectors. We also explore the DSR’s impact on the local Defence industry and an apparent reliance on FMS equipment, with a focus on recent missile deals.The discussion gives an insight into the concerns surrounding the MRH-90 helicopters, as well as some closing thoughts on the future of the ADF.LINKS:Hanwha wins lucrative Army IFV contractwww.australiandefence.com.au/defence/land/hanwha-wins-lucrative-army-ifv-contractFurther clarity around Government’s missile dealswww.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/further-clarity-around-government-s-missile-deals First Army UH-60M Black Hawks arrive in Australiawww.australiandefence.com.au/defence/land/first-army-uh-60m-black-hawks-arrive-in-australia ------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
9/5/23 • 29:40
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Brent Clark, CEO of the Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN), about the recently introduced moratorium on hiring Above the Line contractors immediately from Defence ranks or APS staff.We start off by reviewing the role of AIDN in Defence and the differences between Above and Below the Line contractors. We explore the factors contributing to the recruitment issues faced by Defence and the continued trend of Defence relying on above the line contractors. The discussion breaks down the introduced moratorium and evaluates its relevance to restoring the size and capability of the APS.We wrap up by discussing the caveats and concerns brought on by the moratorium, especially for Defence SMEs. LINKS:Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN):www.aidn.org.au/ Defence imposes moratorium on industry hirings:www.australiandefence.com.au/news/news/defence-imposes-moratorium-on-industry-hirings------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
8/15/23 • 33:27
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Graham Wallace, Managing Director for Europe at Senetas, about their Project Orthos and securing data within and between vessels.We discuss Senetas’s encryption solutions and get an insight into Project Orthos, which learns a network's standard operations and provides protection to global systems by blocking potential threats. We explore how the Orthos environment can be configured, its viability for various envronments, and how it can best be trained and implemented. We also discuss the impacts that AI and quantum computing may have on encrypted systems, and the future for Australia’s sovereign cybersecurity capabilities. LINKS:Security challenges in Indo-Pacificwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/security-challenges-in-indo-pacific------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
6/27/23 • 24:47
In this episode, Grant McHerron & Ewen Levick talk with Marcus Hellyer about the recent federal government budget and its impacts on Defence.Marcus gives us an insight into key details of the budget, with discussions surrounding the challenges and future of sustainment, the relationship between capability and cost, and projection of whether the budget and GDP growth will support the implementation of submarines and general Defence capability, with suggestions as to where the funds may come from. We also review the DSR's focus on Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to purchase new equipment, whether sustainment will be pushed below the line, and the future for the Australian Defence industry.LINKS:DSR External Advisory Panel appointedwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/dsr-external-advisory-panel-appointedDSR: Some answers, more questionswww.australiandefence.com.au/adm/editorials/some-answers-more-questionsADM May 2023www.australiandefence.com.au/adm/digital-editions/adm-may-2023 ------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.ADM Podcasts are a blend of public interest journalism and sponsored content with a focus on the Defence community. Conversations with leaders and thinkers from a range of backgrounds including academia, Defence, industry, and associations. ADM Podcasts aims to educate, explain and explore some of the bigger issues around Defence.For sponsored content opportunities, please contact ADM Associate Publisher Kylie Leonard and/or National Sales Manager Michael Flanagan.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
6/13/23 • 40:58
In this episode, Grant McHerron & Ewen Levick talk with Brigadier (Retd) Ian Langford, formerly Head of Land Capability with Army, about his views on the Defence Strategic Review and AUKUS.We discuss the DSR's implications for Army’s role and a rebalancing with fewer IFVs but more long range strike. The discussion explores whether Defence can recruit and retain enough uniform staff, the factors surrounding pushing sustainment below the line, whether missiles can solve everything, and the push to developing sovereign ready industry to support submarines and missiles. We also review the DSR's emphasis on Foreign Military Sales (FMS), then wrap up with insights into why Ian left Army to become a strategic advisor to UBH Group and an Associate Professor with UNSWLINKS:Army’s tank acquisition on trackhttps://www.australiandefence.com.au/news/army-s-tank-acquisition-on-track Defending Army Capabilitywww.australiandefence.com.au/news/defending-army-capability------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
5/16/23 • 32:21
In this episode, Grant McHerron and Ewen Levick talk with Mark Stevens, founder of Arican Advisory Capital, regarding the Defence Strategic Review’s impacts on Australian Defence Industry. This in depth discussion assesses the impacts of the reduction in Army's new vehicles, the response from Army, and the challenges surrounding increasing sovereign capability. We also explore the domestic industry’s continued struggle for skilled staff, delivering capability faster, and how this review will change the industry in the short term.We also discuss how SME’s can best address these challenges and secure engagement with Defence. We wrap up by unpacking how the Australian public’s deprioritization of Defence over public services has impacted the spending required to ensure the nation's security from international threats.LINKS:Arican Advisory Capital www.arican.com.au/Arican launches US presencewww.australiandefence.com.au/business/arican-launches-us-presenceUnpacking the Defence Strategic Reviewwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/unpacking-the-defence-strategic-reviewGovernment to reshape defence innovationwww.australiandefence.com.au/news/government-to-reshape-defence-innovation ------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
5/9/23 • 63:15
In this episode, Grant McHerron talks with Mark Fortugno, Chief Financial Officer at WithYouWithMe, regarding small to medium businesses engaging with Defence and skilling the workforce.We discuss how SMEs can collaborate with Primes for Defence contracts, as well as improve their acquisition cycles and foster innovation. We also review our sovereign capability and the factors surrounding why there are less SME Defence companies.Lastly, we get an insight into how WithYouWithMe addresses the shortage of skilled resources in Australia in order to source and retain skilled talent for their clients.LINKS:Contact Mark at: mark.fortugno@withyouwithme.comWithYouWithMe: www.withyouwithme.com------------------The ADM Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Australian Defence Magazine, a Yaffa Media title (www.australiandefence.com.au).The views of the people appearing on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Australian Defence Magazine, the Department of Defence or the guests' employer.If you wish to use any of this podcast's audio, please contact Australian Defence Magazine via their website www.australiandefence.com.au or email them via defmag@yaffa.com.au to get involved.Hosted by Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherAustralian Defence Magazine - © 2023
4/25/23 • 28:45
