Best Centre For Geopolitics Podcasts (2024)

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The future of Australian elections and Australian democracy 41:32

2h ago41:32

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Why is the resilience of Australia’s democracy critical to our freedom and privilege? What challenges does social media pose to the functioning of our democracy? How do tears in our social fabric exacerbate anti-democratic behaviour? In this episode, Tom Rogers and Clare O’Neil discuss the importance of, and challenges facing, elections and democra…

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Terrorism and extremism: a present and evolving threat 53:35

7d ago53:35

53:35

Is terrorism becoming a more prevalent threat in Western societies, or are we getting better at identifying potential terrorists and extremists? How are terrorist and extremist groups taking advantage of a new, more connected world to further their objectives? Has there been a shift towards embracing the role of women in both terrorist organisation…

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STAY IN, They Said (Poem) 2:41

8d ago2:41

2:41

Poem co-authored by Janet Bridle and Richard Cox. To learn more about the factual underpinning of this poem see the freely downloadable Measuring the Mandates report. Poem can be read here: https://deepstateconsciousness.substack.com/p/stay-in-they-said?r=qmo44&triedRedirect=trueBy Richard Cox

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Geopolitics, COVID and the Archons - A Conversation with Jon Di Luca 1:09:02

10d ago1:09:02

1:09:02

Geopolitics, COVID and the Archons - A Conversation with Jon Di Luca Jon Di Luca hosted me on his Pronoia podcast for an informal conversation on the situation in Ukraine and Palestine, the historical parallels with the First World War, the challenges of navigating social interactions in a post COVID world, and whether the dark Archontic Gods of th…

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Economic security: shocks, preparedness and resilience 52:29

14d ago52:29

52:29

What are the dynamics behind the sudden raft of economic security challenges Australia is confronting? What policy and institution settings need to be redesigned for the new world we find ourselves in? How can Australia look to diversify its trade and resources in order to steer clear of global supply chain tensions? In this session, Jeffrey Wilson…

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Episode 48: North Korea's TikTok sensation 42:45

16d ago42:45

42:45

Suzanne Raine is joined by Dr John Nilssen-Wright and Alexandra Leonzini to learn more about the story behind a recent North Korean viral TikTok hit. Alexandra and John explore the role of music in the creation and strengthening of North Korean identity, explaining on the way how the society functions, the change in attitude since the meeting of Ki…

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Social licence for national security: what’s the mandate?  48:34

21d ago48:34

48:34

What is social licence a licence for? What are the public signing up to? How do other nations restructure the national security discussion to involve people, rather than just informing them? As a diverse and multicultural nation, how can we use technology to broaden public consultation?    In this episode, James Brown, Dai Le, Christian Fjäder, Lis…

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Chinese strategy and statecraft: coercion and competition in the Indo-Pacific 45:51

28d ago45:51

45:51

What are the objectives of China’s foreign and security policies under Xi Jinping? What is the role of Australia and other middle powers in responding to Chinese actions in the Indo-Pacific? Are the United States’ China policies set to change with future shifts in the international order? In this episode, Sheena Chestnut Greitens and Dan Blumenthal…

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Episode 47: Death of a President 43:18

1M ago43:18

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What happens next in Iran? Ali Ansari and Suzanne Raine look at the consequences of the death of President Raisi, and discuss the forthcoming Iranian elections on 28 June. Who will stand, and how will the process play out? Who decides and how much does it matter anyway?By Centre for Geopolitics

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The Grand Interrogator (Poem), discussed with Adam Fitzgerald 12:03

30d ago12:03

12:03

The Grand Interrogator is a poem honouring the experience of Mansoor Adayfi, an innocent man from Yemen who was detained at Guantanamo Bay for Fifteen years. The poem draws on Mansoor's book ‘Don’t Forget Us Here: Lost and Found at Guantanamo'. The reading of the poem is preceded by a discussion with Adam Fitzgerald. Read the poem on Substack here:…

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Safeguarding the present and future of democracy 52:17

1M ago52:17

52:17

Is the decline of democracy being overblown? How has social media reshaped democracy, for better and for worse? How can the next generation of leaders sustain and strengthen democracy? In this episode, George Brandis, Tom Rogers, Atul Sharma, and Ketty Chen join Janine O’Flynn to discuss elections, institutions, opportunities, and challenges for de…

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Future direction of the AUKUS agreement: what role for Japan and others? 58:10

1M ago58:10

58:10

What is the likelihood of the AUKUS partnership expanding to include Japan, Korea, Canada, and New Zealand? How would this impact the strategic objectives of AUKUS? Should AUKUS be formally separated, and the partners instead manage nuclear submarines and advanced capabilities under different agreements? What are some challenges and risks to the fu…

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It wouldn’t happen in Australia: can the centre hold? 48:55

2M ago48:55

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How does distrust in democratic institutions and political leaders affect social cohesion in Australia? Is the rise of authoritarianism within democracies a symptom of broader systemic problems? How can democratic institutions in Australia counter challenges like terrorism, radical extremism, and threats to cybersecurity? In this episode, Misha Zel…

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Episode 46: Iran - Reflecting on recent events 40:21

2M ago40:21

40:21

Suzanne and Ali look back over the events of April -May 2024, including the first direct military exchange between Israel and Iran, and ask where this leaves us. How are we to judge the failure of the Iranian firing of missiles and projectiles towards Israel? What does this mean for the state of Iran itself, and for its reputation and control of it…

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The monitor's lens: the Secrecy Review and insights from the INSLM 36:32

2M ago36:32

36:32

What is the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor? How does it differ from other oversight bodies? And what are the legal and policy issues we are grappling with that have prompted a Secrecy Review? In this episode, Jake Blight joins Danielle Ireland-Piper to discuss secrecy laws, how they fit into the national security landscape, and h…

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Indo-Pacific statecraft: deterrence and diplomacy 37:02

2M ago37:02

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Note: This episode was recorded during NSC’s Securing our Future conference on 9 April 2024. How can deterrence and diplomacy be integrated to preserve peace, stability, and the conditions for prosperity in the Indo Pacific? Is development assistance a tool of strategic competition, or is it a tool for deterrence? What does effective deterrence loo…

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Deterrence and denial: navigating the 2024 National Defence Strategy 57:53

2M ago57:53

57:53

How does Australia’s recently released National Defence Strategy (NDS) differ from a Defence White Paper? What are the merits of having a bipartisan approach to defence policymaking? How important is it to clearly communicate these concepts to the public? Is the NDS’ focus on deterrence and denial well-suited to today’s geopolitical landscape? Shou…

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One and free: interests, values and national identity 1:01:29

3M ago1:01:29

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Why is it important to consider Australia's national identity when discussing matters related to national security? What does a shared sense of national identity look like for Australia today? What are some of the frailties and risks that Australia faces when it comes to maintaining social cohesion? In this episode, Zoe McKenzie, Allegra Spender, W…

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An intergenerational approach to national security policymaking 52:10

3M ago52:10

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Why is it important to include young voices in policymaking? Would commitments to long-term policymaking at a multilateral level push Australia and other countries to apply these principles domestically? Can state-based wellbeing frameworks guide national decision-making in Australia? In this episode, Sophie Howe and Caitlin Figueiredo join Dayle S…

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Insights into intelligence: statecraft, security, and truth 52:35

3M ago52:35

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What is the role of intelligence with respect to policy-making and national security? What is the concept of ‘truth to power’ and is it the right approach for intelligence assessment? Should intelligence agencies to be more public and open about their threat assessments? What is the role of open-source intelligence (OSINT) in the intelligence commu…

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Trouble in paradise? What’s next for the Australia-Solomon Islands relationship? 50:01

3M ago50:01

50:01

Why is the 2024 election so important for the Solomon Islands and what is the future of democracy in the country? What is the state of the Australia-Solomon Islands relationship in a post-RAMSI era? Can Australia be more ambitious in its provision of development assistance to the Solomon Islands? In this episode, Edward Cavanough joins Rory Medcalf…

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The future of Australian elections and Australian democracy 41:32

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Terrorism and extremism: a present and evolving threat 53:35

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STAY IN, They Said (Poem) 2:41

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Geopolitics, COVID and the Archons - A Conversation with Jon Di Luca 1:09:02

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Economic security: shocks, preparedness and resilience 52:29

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Episode 48: North Korea's TikTok sensation 42:45

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Social licence for national security: what’s the mandate?  48:34

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Chinese strategy and statecraft: coercion and competition in the Indo-Pacific 45:51

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Episode 47: Death of a President 43:18

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The Grand Interrogator (Poem), discussed with Adam Fitzgerald 12:03

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Safeguarding the present and future of democracy 52:17

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Future direction of the AUKUS agreement: what role for Japan and others? 58:10

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It wouldn’t happen in Australia: can the centre hold? 48:55

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Episode 46: Iran - Reflecting on recent events 40:21

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The monitor's lens: the Secrecy Review and insights from the INSLM 36:32

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Indo-Pacific statecraft: deterrence and diplomacy 37:02

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Deterrence and denial: navigating the 2024 National Defence Strategy 57:53

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One and free: interests, values and national identity 1:01:29

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An intergenerational approach to national security policymaking 52:10

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Insights into intelligence: statecraft, security, and truth 52:35

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Trouble in paradise? What’s next for the Australia-Solomon Islands relationship? 50:01

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