Contested Ground

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av@momentummedia.com.au

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The information advantage – how AI is reshaping influence, competition and power

October 07, 2026

Information has always shaped power and influence – but in the age of artificial intelligence, the speed, scale and sophistication with which narratives can be created and deployed has changed dramatically. In this episode of the Contested Ground podcast, Phil Tarrant and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson explore how the tradecraft of information warfare is increasingly intersecting with the commercial world, and why influence, narrative and information advantages are becoming critical...

When AI goes rogue – the emerging threat Australia isn't ready for

September 30, 2026

Artificial intelligence promises to transform productivity, business and government – but what happens when the technology starts making decisions its human operators never intended? In this episode of the Contested Ground podcast, Phil Tarrant is joined by Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson to examine the rapidly emerging security risks surrounding AI, from autonomous agents exploiting vulnerabilities to the growing challenge of keeping increasingly powerful systems inside appropriate ...

AUKUS, deterrence, and the deepening Australia–UK strategic partnership

September 23, 2026

Australia and the United Kingdom share one of the world's deepest strategic relationships – but in an increasingly contested geopolitical environment, that partnership is taking on new significance. In this episode of Contested Ground, Phillip Tarrant and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson are joined by acting British high commissioner to Australia Dr Brian Jones to unpack the future of AUKUS, the UK's growing Indo-Pacific focus, and the security challenges binding the two nations more ...

Goat Rodeo · High booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Contested Ground?

Contested Ground is hosted by Phil Tarrant and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson. Its publicly listed email is av@momentummedia.com.au. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Contested Ground?

The publicly listed email for Contested Ground: av@momentummedia.com.au.

How many listeners does Contested Ground have?

Podseeker estimates Contested Ground reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Contested Ground?

Contested Ground typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior government, diplomatic, military, defence-industry, cybersecurity, space, technology, or national-security expertise, with substantial responsibility or recognized authority in the relevant field. Common among recent guests: Senior government or diplomatic appointments; Military command or senior defence leadership; Executive leadership in defence, space, cybersecurity, or technology organizations. Recent guests include Dr Brian Jones, Darin Lovett, and Dan Lloyd.

How hard is it to get booked on Contested Ground?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Contested Ground cover?

Recent episodes cover Security, National Security, Cybersecurity, Geopolitics, and Defence Industry. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.