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Estimated from 2 chart positions in 2 markets.
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- 🇳🇿NZ · Government#630K to 100K
- 🇵🇪PE · Government#643K to 10K
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17K to 55K🎙 Weekly cadence·38 episodes·Last published 8mo ago - Monthly Reach
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33K to 110K🇳🇿91%🇵🇪9% - Active Followers
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9.9K to 33K
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027: Customer Relationship Management
Sep 28, 2025
026: The Singaporean Connection
Sep 14, 2025
025: US Force Posture Initiatives
Sep 7, 2025
024: IPACE in Action: Building Defence Partnerships and Projects Abroad
Aug 24, 2025
023: Enabling the Integrated Force: Logistics, GWEO and C4ISR
Aug 19, 2025
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 9/28/25 |  027: Customer Relationship Management | Ever lost track of a Defence contact, missed a critical follow-up, or scrambled through old emails trying to find who said what months ago? That’s the exact chaos a CRM is designed to eliminate. This episode breaks down the common hurdles in CRM adoption and implementation—especially in the context of Australian Defence infrastructure. We discuss practical strategies, Defence-specific requirements, and feature a firsthand case study with WT Australia to illustrate transformative outcomes. | — | ||||||
| 9/14/25 |  026: The Singaporean Connection | A deep dive into the Australia–Singapore Military Training Initiative, exploring the transformative upgrades at Shoalwater Bay and looking ahead to the development of Greenvale. Hosts Darian Macey and Jessica Bottlebrush unpack how this $2.25 billion, 25-year program is reshaping Defence infrastructure, regional economies, and industry opportunities across Queensland. | — | ||||||
| 9/7/25 |  025: US Force Posture Initiatives | This episode unpacks the US Force Posture Initiatives and their impact on Defence infrastructure across Northern Australia. We'll take a closer look at the high-profile projects underway at RAAF Tindal, RAAF Darwin, Robertson Barracks, and Bradshaw, and discuss the practical realities for professionals navigating this transformative period for the Defence sector. | — | ||||||
| 8/24/25 |  024: IPACE in Action: Building Defence Partnerships and Projects Abroad | This episode explores Australia's Indo-Pacific Enhanced Engagement (IPACE) program, breaking down its strategic goals, key projects, funding mechanisms, and the critical role of industry delivery. Darian and Jessica share practical insights and case studies to help professionals master the realities of overseas Defence infrastructure projects. | — | ||||||
| 8/19/25 |  023: Enabling the Integrated Force: Logistics, GWEO and C4ISR | This episode explores the critical physical and digital infrastructure underpinning Australia’s contemporary Defence strategy. From logistics and guided weapons assembly and storage to fuel networks and secure ICT, Darian and Jessica break down how resilience, capability, and sovereign industry are being built into every facet of the Defence estate. | — | ||||||
| 8/10/25 |  022: Air Power on the Rise: Upgrading Australia's Air Bases | Explore how Australia is transforming its Air Force infrastructure to meet regional security challenges, support new aircraft, and ensure resilience in a changing world. This episode unpacks key upgrade programs, industry engagement, and the critical challenges ahead for modernising and protecting the nation’s air bases. | — | ||||||
| 8/3/25 |  021: Infrastructure Backbone of Army Modernisation | Explore the pivotal infrastructure upgrades powering the modernisation of Australia’s Army. This episode journeys across Australia—from Army aviation hubs to future-focused training centres—exploring how new capabilities demand new facilities and what it means for industry engagement. | — | ||||||
| 7/27/25 |  020: Army Infrastructure Transformation | Explore the Australian Army’s sweeping infrastructure upgrades shaping its future force—littoral capability, Special Forces facilities, and aviation modernisation. Delve into the projects, sites, delivery models, and the strategic thinking behind Australia’s next-generation Defence estate. | — | ||||||
| 7/20/25 |  019: Garden Island and Maritime Maintenance | Explore the ambitious $1.3 billion redevelopment of Sydney’s Garden Island Defence Precinct, and how it fits into Australia’s broader push for modern, resilient naval infrastructure. Discover the key upgrades, timelines, and strategies shaping the future of Fleet Base East, with real-world examples of innovation and proactive asset management. | — | ||||||
| 7/13/25 |  018: Building the Backbone of AUKUS | Explore how Australia’s Defence infrastructure is being transformed to support nuclear-powered submarines. From billion-dollar upgrades at key naval sites to job creation and the birth of a high-tech industrial base, this episode unpacks the nation-building scale of the AUKUS partnership. | — | ||||||
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| 7/6/25 |  017: Strategic Positioning for Long-Term Wins | This episode explores the shift from tactical business development activities to building a sustainable, long-term strategy within the Defence sector. Listeners will hear practical methods, real examples, and expert insights on balancing short-term results with multi-year planning for lasting impact. | — | ||||||
| 6/29/25 |  016: Teaming Up for Tender Success | This episode dives into the strategies and practicalities of building industry partnerships before a Defence tender hits the market. Learn how early alliances, partner vetting, and targeted relationship-building provide a competitive edge in Defence procurement. | — | ||||||
| 6/22/25 |  015: Capture Planning: Winning Before the Tender | Explore the art of capture planning in Defence infrastructure projects. Learn why early positioning and relationship-building matter, and how proactive strategies can give you an edge before tenders even open. | — | ||||||
| 6/16/25 |  014: Pre-Tender Engagement Strategies | Explore the pivotal role of pre-tender market sounding and engagement in Defence infrastructure. Learn how early industry involvement shapes project opportunities, builds trust, and delivers real commercial advantages. | — | ||||||
| 6/1/25 |  013: Post-Submission Follow-Up | As the saying goes, The Fortune Is In The Follow-Up. Persistent, strategic follow-up can make or break Defence infrastructure bids. In this episode, Darian and Jessica reveal why post-submission engagement matters, share practical tactics for staying top-of-mind, and unpack lessons from real industry cases. | — | ||||||
| 5/25/25 |  012: Building Brands, Building Trust | Explore how a strong brand identity and effective outreach can drive success in Defence infrastructure. Darian and Jessica break down practical strategies, share real-world examples, and discuss how to measure and expand your brand’s impact in a professional context. | — | ||||||
| 5/21/25 |  SPECIAL EPISODE: Building Better Roads | Explore the challenges and innovative strategies in maintaining roads on Defence training areas and ranges in Australia. Special guests Jason and Sean from Elevate Engineers present the highlights from their latest whitepaper on low-volume road design for Defence. From best practices in road design to cutting-edge monitoring technologies, discover how experts ensure these vital routes remain operational and cost-effective. | — | ||||||
| 5/18/25 |  011: Strategic Front-End Activities in Defence Projects | Explore the intricacies of front-end activities in Defence infrastructure projects, focusing on strategic business development and market positioning. Learn how to transition from reactive tender chasing to proactive opportunity pursuit, and discover tools for effective relationship management. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/25 |  Hot Buttons: Transparency in Procurement | Dive into the complexities of Defence tendering processes as we explore transparency, structural barriers, and the vision for a fairer system. Learn how proposed changes aim to rebuild trust and foster innovation. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/25 |  The Inside Story of Elevate Consulting Engineers | Join Sean Whitfield and Jason Marshall from Elevate Consulting Engineers as they share candid, compelling stories from their careers in Defence infrastructure. This episode dives into Elevate’s journey—from Sean's humble beginnings on Gamilaroi country to becoming a leader in civil engineering and Indigenous engagement. Sean and Jason reveal the challenges, triumphs, and real-world lessons learned on major Defence projects, from remote site logistics to community partnerships. Discover how Elevate integrates technical excellence with cultural insight, creating infrastructure solutions that build resilience and empower local communities. | — | ||||||
| 5/11/25 |  010: Contractual and Information Risks | Explore how to identify and navigate hidden contractual clauses and incomplete project information that can significantly impact Defence infrastructure projects. This podcast provides practical strategies, real-world examples, and essential tools to mitigate risks effectively. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/25 |  Probity, Programs & Value For Money: Building a Better Tender Process | Darian sits down with Professor Anthony “Espo” Esposito to unpack why Defence tendering processes are in urgent need of reform. From outdated probity guidelines and vague debriefs to overemphasis on price and the underappreciation of project programs, they explore how modernising assessment structures could drive real improvement across the Defence infrastructure sector. If you’ve ever walked away from a tender wondering “what was the point?”, this one’s for you. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/25 |  009: Technical and Delivery Risks | Jessica and Darian discuss the unique challenges of Defence infrastructure projects, from integrating advanced systems to meeting strict compliance standards like BWM and MFPE guidelines. Through real-world case studies, they explore risk mitigation methods like phased delivery, BIM implementation, and early expert involvement to address time, budget, and quality risks effectively. | — | ||||||
| 4/25/25 |  008: Stakeholder and Coordination Risks | In this episode, Jessica and Darian share real-world insights on stakeholder engagement, multidisciplinary team coordination, coordinating with existing infrastructure and communication strategies in Defence projects. Learn how proactive planning, advanced tools like BIM, and continuous engagement can overcome project challenges and build trust with diverse stakeholders. Hear about successful case studies that demonstrate the impact of transparency and collaboration on Defence project outcomes. | — | ||||||
| 4/18/25 |  007: Geographic and Environmental Risks | This episode discusses the challenges of defence infrastructure projects in remote and sensitive areas, from extreme climates to complex environmental obligations. Learn about risk management practices like the DIPRAC framework and tools like FeeMaster™, and hear case studies on successful stakeholder engagement and logistic planning in harsh conditions. We also explore compliance with environmental laws and how early consultations lead to smoother project outcomes. | — | ||||||
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2 placements across 2 markets.
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2 placements across 2 markets.