Beyond the ballot: misinformation, trust and truth in elections
How do electoral commissions balance public trust with the growing role of technology (like Artificial Intelligence) in electoral processes? Can AI be a democratic tool? How are the electoral commissi...
24 Okt 202447min
The politics of migration, refugees and national security
How do negative portrayals of migrants and refugees impact social cohesion within a society? What is "crimmigration," and what are the issues with using criminal law frameworks in immigration contexts...
17 Okt 202451min
The impact of climate change on national security
Collective mobilisation is needed for an adequate response to climate change. How do we get there?How does climate change affect militaries? What role can technology play in mitigating the risks?What ...
10 Okt 202458min
The new oil: critical minerals, rare earths, and the clean energy transition
What is the significance of rare earths and critical minerals for Australia and its partners? How does Australia’s conception of critical minerals differ from its partners? How do critical minerals l...
3 Okt 202446min
Quad Leaders’ Summit: setting it up for success in "phase 3"
What are the key takeaways from the 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit? The Quad has helped its members to align and coordinate key policies, but what more needs to be done to improve its ability to deliver o...
26 Sep 202449min
Fostering ethical leadership: why compassion matters in public service
How can public policy better reflect the humanity and vulnerability of citizens? How can government leaders remain mindful of individuals within broader systems, and how does this approach improve pub...
19 Sep 202454min
The AUKUS officials, part 3: Damian Parmenter, UK Director General AUKUS
What is the central logic of AUKUS from a UK perspective?How does AUKUS contribute to European security?How does AUKUS fit into UK defence interests and strategies in the Indo-Pacific?In this episode,...
12 Sep 202442min
Transformative and resilient: reflections from the 2024 Pacific Islands Forum
Considering new contributions to the Pacific Resilience Fund, is the global community doing enough to support Pacific Island countries? How has the Falepili Union between Australia and Tuvalu been re...
5 Sep 20241h
