DEFENCE DECONSTRUCTED PODCAST

July 25, 2025

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In this episode of #DefenceDeconstructed we sit down with Dr. David Capie to examine New Zealand’s defence capability and policy plans, their expectations, key findings, and how emerging technologies fit into future operations.

Guest bios:

• Dr. David Capie is the Director of the Centre for Strategic Studies New Zealand and Professor of International Relations at Victoria University of Wellington.

Host bio:

• David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute

Recommended Readings:

• Daughters of the Bamboo Grove by Barbara Demick
• The Hand Behind Unmanned by Jacquelyn Schneider and Julia MacDonald

Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding.

Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll