The National Security Podcast

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Can middle powers shape the balance of power? Geopolitical update part 2

October 01, 2026

How concerned should Australia be about the UK’s ability to deliver its side of AUKUS?What role can middle powers play as the international order becomes more fragmented?How should Australia and its partners balance alliances with their own national interests in a more contested world? In part two of our geopolitical update, Sharryn Parker is joined by Charles Edel, Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva and Euan Graham to discuss AUKUS, the role of middle powers in a changing world and how Australian can buil...

Iran, Ukraine and the limits of American power: geopolitical update part 1

September 17, 2026

How much strategic bandwidth does the United States have as it manages the Iran war, Ukraine and its wider global commitments? How are conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East changing the nature and cost of modern warfare? What does China’s growing military power and activity in the Indo-Pacific mean for Australian security?  In this episode, Sharryn Parker is joined by Charles Edel, Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva and Euan Graham to discuss the wars in Iran and Ukraine – and what they are reveali...

Espionage, foreign interference and Australia’s national security laws

September 03, 2026

How do we balance effective national security laws with protecting individual rights and democratic freedoms? Where is the line between legitimate foreign influence and foreign interference? How well do Australia’s espionage laws protect journalism and political discourse? How should Australia’s terrorism laws respond to a threat environment increasingly involving children and different forms of violent extremism?  In this episode, Sharryn Parker speaks with Jake Blight – Australia’s Ind...

Daniel Davis Deep Dive · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

The Asia Chessboard · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Global Security Briefing · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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The publicly listed email for The National Security Podcast: natsecpod@anu.edu.au.

How many listeners does The National Security Podcast have?

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Who is an ideal guest for The National Security Podcast?

The National Security Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior academics, government and defence officials, independent statutory experts, policy advisers, and executives responsible for national-security-related infrastructure or services. Common among recent guests: Senior government or statutory leadership roles; Established academic or research expertise; Published policy research or books. Recent guests include Euan Graham, Dilnoza Ubaydullaeva, and Charles Edel.

How hard is it to get booked on The National Security Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

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