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EU Defence Declassified

European Defence Agency

16 episodes

EU Defence Declassified, brought to you by the European Defence Agency, seeks to demystify trends in European Union military cooperation. In chats with our experts and invitees, EDA’s media team helps to analyse today’s most pressing defence issues, whether they be niche industrial topics or the historical sweep of EU defence integration. If you are curious about EU defence and EDA, then the EU Defence Declassified podcast is for you.

Episodes

  1. The art of military diplomacy

    · 23 min · S3 E6

    When we think of diplomacy, we often picture civilian politics, embassies, and international relations, yet it is just as essential within the military sphere. In this new episode, we sit down with General Seán Clancy,…

  2. SatCom for operations

    · 23 min · S3 E5 · Explicit

    Satellite communication, or SatCom for short, is the technology that sends information via satellites orbiting the Earth. It underpins everything from internet access to phone communication – and plays a big role in…

  3. 3D printing on the battlefield

    · 17 min

    Additive manufacturing – or 3D printing – is becoming more accessible to all, thanks to lower costs and better software. It is also transforming how armed forces produce and deliver parts. With the right material and a…

  4. AI for military decision-making

    · 19 min · S3 E3

    Unlocking you phone with Face ID, searching for information on a search engine, using navigation apps, or tracking your daily 10,000 steps – all these everyday activities rely on AI. But AI is also becoming…

  5. Military drones in busy European skies

    · 15 min · S3 E2

    Drones are changing modern warfare. Stephen O’Sullivan (EDA) explains how military drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), will fit into everyday air traffic, and reveals that an EDA drone training…

  6. Investing more than ever: EU defence spending and EDA data 2024-2025

    · 23 min · S3 E1

    The European Union’s 27 countries are strengthening their defences, with spending hitting a record €343 billion in 2024. Based on a rigorous methodology, EDA Defence Data offers the most accurate and comparable…

  7. Women in EU Armed Forces

    · 24 min · S2 E1

    Women have served in diverse and impactful roles throughout European military history. Despite their contributions, women remain a minority within the armed forces. Today, as the EU prioritises the UN Women, Peace and…

  8. Defence beyond 2040 - Innovation and Financing

    · 34 min · S2 E6

    In a time of rapid innovation, many EU countries lag in research and development investment, while investors grapple with ethical concerns and the defence sector's public image. As technology evolves, questions arise…

  9. Unmanned Horizons – Drones in Modern Conflicts

    · 25 min · S2 E4

    Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, are revolutionizing modern technology and warfare. With João Caetano (EDA) and Ross McKenzie (NATO), we discuss drones' rapid transformation and key role,…

  10. Breaking Barriers – Military Mobility

    · 26 min · S2 E3

    Military mobility is crucial for the rapid and efficient movement of military assets across Europe. Against today’s geopolitical backdrop, we explore why enhancing military mobility is essential for a strong European…

  11. Protecting the Digital Domain - Cyber Defence

    · 28 min · S2 E2

    Cyber defence plays a crucial role in protecting EU citizens. With David Lopez Antunes (EDA) and Merle Maigre (e-Governance Academy), we discuss the nature and evolution of cyber threats, their impact on conflicts such…

  12. Two Decades Strong - Reflecting on EDA’s 20th Anniversary

    · 29 min · S2 E1

    In this special episode, we delve into the history and achievements of the European Defence Agency (EDA) as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments, challenges overcome, and the…

  13. Green defence

    · 21 min · S1 E4

    Climate change is one of the defining issues of our time and also for the defence and security sectors. We know that militaries are a heavy polluter and they are even defined by some as significant contributors to…

  14. The transatlantic bond

    · 24 min · S1 E3

    EU leaders have pledged to protect EU citizens and their values. But we've also seen that Russia's war in Ukraine has given NATO a sense of renewal and it is in fact NATO that many European governments have gravitated…

  15. Towards an EU defence industry

    · 22 min · S1 E2

    After years of declines in defence spending, it's safe to say there's a new political will to reinforce the European defence industry. In this second episode, we discuss with Pieter Taal, EDA’s Head of Unit for…

  16. Why do we need EU defence?

    · 24 min · S1 E1

    Polls show citizens expect the EU to protect them. We've witnessed Russia's senseless invasion of Ukraine, but we already have national militaries and NATO. In this first episode, we discuss with Jiří Šedivý, EDA’s…

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