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SPOTLIGHT: Crewed, uncrewed, mass and increasing contemporary maritime combat capabilities, with Kevin 'Q' Quarderer of Leidos Australia and MAJGEN (Ret'd) Mick Ryan
14.04.2026 | 47 Min.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Ukraine's masterful use of autonomous and uncrewed systems have demonstrated the need for a structural rethink about how Australia and its partners build and deliver contemporary naval power.

Iran and Ukraine have successfully demonstrated, to varying degrees, the shift currently transforming contemporary naval warfare, raising questions about the future of modern naval power.
In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight series, host Steve Kuper is joined by Leidos Australia's Kevin "Q" Quarderer and Major General (Ret'd) Mick Ryan as they deep dive into the fallout of the conflict in the Middle East and the lessons Australia can learn from the conflict.
The trio unpack the successful USV raids conducted by Ukraine against the Russian Black Sea Fleet and the importance of investing in these emerging capabilities as a powerful, adaptable and attritable force multiplier that can be delivered at speed and scale.
They also discuss the evolution of contemporary naval force design and the hybridisation of crewed and uncrewed forces as a means of offsetting adversarial advantages, including how nuclear-powered submarines, partnering with the autonomous and uncrewed systems, will shape the future of the Australian Navy.
Finally, they interrogate the shortfalls to date and Australia's policy towards the acceptance, fielding and training with uncrewed and autonomous systems and moving away from a risk-averse approach to changing with the times and why that needs to change.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect Spotlight team
CYBER UNCUT: AI to change banking forever, Iranian cyber attacks, and Australia to tackle DPRK fake IT workers
13.04.2026 | 30 Min.
David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft tackle the week's stories that matter, from predictions of dire disruption to the banking industry, Iranian cyber warfare, North Korean hackers in our code, and Americans and Aussies partnering up to combat North Korean hackers.
Artificial intelligence, says JP Morgan's boss, is going to change banking forever, while at the same time, Atlassian is laying off staff in order to fund its AI developments. There's no doubt AI is the fox in the henhouse right now, and Hollingworth and Croft take a hard look at where things really stand.
Then it's on to cyber security, with pro-Iran hackers targeting critical infrastructure and North Korean hackers getting inside the code every developer relies upon. These are two massive challenges for network defenders, and every CISO needs to understand the stakes at play.
Finally, sticking with North Korea, there is some good news – Australia and the United States are now working together to fight back against the scourge of fake IT workers infiltrating our workplaces to fund weapons research and steal intellectual property.
Just another week in cyber security.
Enjoy,
The Cyber Uncut Team
Fleet readiness, future warfare and Australia's naval strategy, with Commodore Antony Pisani
09.04.2026 | 15 Min.
What does it take to lead the Royal Australian Navy in an increasingly uncertain world?
Courage, integrity, service, respect and excellence.
Defence Connect senior journalist Robert Dougherty holds a rare in-depth conversation with Royal Australian Navy Commander Surface Force, Commodore Antony Pisani CSC, aboard the helicopter landing dock HMAS Canberra off the NSW coast.
CDRE Pisani offers an uncommon look behind the scenes inside the operational engine room of the Royal Australian Navy. From force generation and fleet readiness to training, sustainment and deployment, he outlines how Australia prepares its surface fleet for everything – from border protection to outright conflict.
From crew readiness, system maintenance and advanced warfighting exercises to emerging autonomous technologies and evolving defence priorities, this discussion connects strategic policy with real-world capability.
The conversation explores how the Royal Australian Navy is adapting to a more complex global environment, what a "focused force" really means, and how new platforms and partnerships are shaping the future of maritime operations.
Not to be missed, the discussion provides a seldom seen, clear window into how Australia is building a more capable and resilient naval force in response to shifting geopolitical realities.
Enjoy the conversation,
The Defence Connect team
Defence Connect has made minor audio edits to this podcast interview for clarity and listener experience.
CYBER UNCUT: Lloyds Bank AI woes and wins, Aussie toy store hacked, and a new Children's Online Privacy Code
06.04.2026 | 36 Min.
On this not-to-be-missed podcast, David Hollingworth and Daniel Croft look at the AI best of times and worst of times for the UK's Lloyds Bank, see what LockBit's up to in the ransomware space, and have a look at Australia's new draft Children's Online Privacy Code.
Good news for Lloyds – the UK's biggest bank is deploying AI to bolster its data engineering. It's a smart move that makes sense of the technology, however...
Bad news for Lloyds – the UK's biggest bank may have just exposed a mountain of customer data due to an AI glitch.
The pair also break down how the LockBit ransomware group has evolved and why an Australian toy store may be the perfect target, before having a look at the impact of scams on the Aussie and how terrorist groups are taking advantage of our generosity.
Finally, it's good news, as the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) is looking at rewriting the rules to protect our kids' data online.
Enjoy,
The Cyber Uncut team
THE PROGRESS REPORT: Direct hit over Baghdad – the pilot who outflew a surface-to-air missile
02.04.2026 | 46 Min.
How do you stay composed when your aircraft is struck by a surface-to-air missile over enemy territory, your hydraulics fail, and you're staring down at the city of Baghdad? For Colonel (Ret'd) Kim Campbell, the answer wasn't luck – it was 24 years of rigorous training, a "lead with courage" mindset, and the redundant, rugged engineering of the A-10 Warthog.
In this gripping episode, Tash Taylor sits down with one of the United States Air Force's most courageous pilots to recount the harrowing mission on 7 April 2003 that earned her the Distinguished Flying Cross. Kim shares the split-second decision making required to fly a manual "cranks and pulleys" system for an hour-long flight back to safety, proving that while the jet doesn't know your gender, it certainly knows your competence.
Beyond the cockpit, Kim discusses the transition from fighter pilot to high-level leader at the Pentagon and the Air Force Academy. She opens up about the "juggling act" of military motherhood and the importance of authentic connection – including a heartwarming story of her three-year-old crashing a formal military ceremony.
The Progress Report. New voices. Real stories. Big shifts.
Enjoy the podcast,
The Progress Report team

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