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The World of Intelligence

Sean Corbett AVM (Retd)

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Frequency: 1 episode/19d. Total Eps: 135

Janes podcast takes the debate on the ever-increasing role of unclassified intelligence to new levels.

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What does the Iran conflict reveal about China's wider strategic ambitions?

Wednesday, September 2, 2026 • Duration 36:15

As tensions across the Middle East continue to reshape regional security dynamics, what does the conflict involving Iran reveal about China's strategic ambitions? In this episode of the Janes World of Intelligence podcast, host Sean Corbett is joined by Janes analysts Claire Chu and Sasha Chopenko to examine the evolving relationship between China and Iran, and how recent events are influencing Beijing's approach to diplomacy, security, trade, and regional influence. Together, they explore the strategic value of the partnership, China's carefully calibrated response to the conflict, and the challenges of balancing relations with Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Gulf states. The discussion also examines what China may be learning from modern conflicts, from sanctions resilience and energy security to military modernisation, supply-chain vulnerabilities, and the growing importance of long-term strategic endurance. Finally, the speakers assess how Beijing's relationship with Iran could evolve in the years ahead, and what the implications may be for the wider international order.

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NATO Beyond the Numbers: Capability, Commitment and Alliance Readiness

Monday, August 10, 2026 • Duration 48:47

NATO allies have committed to ambitious defence spending goals, but funding alone does not create military capability. In this episode, Janes analysts Guy Anderson and Andrew MacDonald join Sean Corbett and Cristina Varriale to assess what the latest NATO Summit reveals about the alliance's progress towards greater readiness, resilience and deterrence. Together, they examine defence investment trends, industrial capacity, collaborative procurement and the economic realities that could shape future outcomes. The conversation explores where progress is being made, where risks remain, and what industry should watch as governments seek to translate political commitments into meaningful capability.

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Intelligence in the Age of AI: Adapting for a Decade of Disruption

Monday, July 27, 2026 • Duration 01:00:04

In this episode of World of Intelligence, Cristina Varriale and Sean Corbett are joined by Major General Dominic Goulet, Deputy Director for Commonwealth Integration at the US Defense Intelligence Agency, and retired Major General John Howard, former Chief of Defence Intelligence for the New Zealand Defence Force. Together, they explore the future of intelligence, the role of AI in analysis, the growing importance of unclassified intelligence, and what intelligence leaders must do to adapt to an era defined by disruption, speed and information abundance.

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Energy Security in Crisis

Thursday, June 25, 2026 • Duration 36:48

In this episode of The World of Intelligence, we delve into the pressing issue of energy security in the context of recent global disruptions. Joined by Ben Cahill, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, we explore the current landscape of energy supply chains and the geopolitical factors at play, particularly in oil and gas markets. Ben provides insights into the unprecedented shock stemming from the Gulf region, the implications for countries reliant on these energy resources, and the complex adjustments markets are making in response. We also discuss the longer-term impacts of these disruptions on energy consumption patterns and the potential for a renewed focus on alternative energy sources. Tune in for a comprehensive analysis that sheds light on the intricacies of energy security and its critical significance for global stability.

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China’s Naval Ambition: Capability, Credibility and Global Impact

Monday, June 1, 2026 • Duration 41:01

China’s naval capabilities are expanding at pace — but scale alone does not equal power. In this episode of The World of Intelligence, Janes analyst Mike Plunkett, Senior Naval Platforms joins Sean Corbett and Cristina Varriale to examine what the rapid modernisation of the People’s Liberation Army Navy really means for regional stability and global security. Drawing on unclassified intelligence, satellite imagery and long term capability assessment, the discussion explores how China has moved from a coastal defence force to a modern fleet with global ambitions. The episode unpacks the drivers behind this transformation — from Taiwan and regional deterrence to economic security and global prestige — and assesses where capability outpaces operational credibility.

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The New Battleground: Grey Zone and Hybrid Warfare Explained

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • Duration 46:02

Grey zone and hybrid warfare are no longer peripheral challenges—they are shaping the security environment that democracies must navigate every day. In this episode of World of Intelligence, Christina Varriale and Sean Corbett are joined by Elisabeth Braw, Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council to unpack what grey zone and hybrid warfare really mean, and why precision in how we define them matters. The conversation explores how hostile actors operate below the threshold of armed conflict, blending kinetic and non kinetic activity to disrupt societies, undermine trust and complicate decision making. From sabotage and cyber operations to disinformation, espionage and the weaponisation of migration, the discussion examines how these tactics have evolved in scale, scope and intent—particularly since 2022. The panel considers what this means for governments, industry and society at large, including the role of public awareness, resilience and open source intelligence in identifying and mitigating grey zone activity. They also discuss why confronting conflict below the threshold is one of the defining security challenges of our time.

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Arctic Realities: The High North’s Strategic Balance and Why it Matters

Monday, March 30, 2026 • Duration 53:16

In this episode of World of Intelligence, hosts Cristina Varriale and Sean Corbett, Chair of the Janes Advisory Board, are joined by Professor Dr Katarzyna Zysk of the Norwegian Institute for Defence Studies to examine why the High North matters for global security. They explore its strategic geography; sea based nuclear deterrent considerations; undersea cables and critical infrastructure; and the operational realities that shape ISR and communications in austere Arctic conditions.

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Blurred Frontlines: Why Overlooked African Conflicts Matter to Global Security

Friday, March 6, 2026 • Duration 30:56

Conflicts across Sudan, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Eritrea rarely dominate international headlines, yet their strategic importance, humanitarian consequences, and implications for global security are considerable. In this episode of World of Intelligence, host Cristina Varriale is joined by Sean Corbett, Chair of the Janes Advisory Board, along with Janes analysts Maria Lampoudi and Chris Hawkins, to examine the complex dynamics driving instability across the region. Together, they explore the realities on the ground, including the evolution of Sudan’s civil war, ongoing Ethiopia–Eritrea tensions, shifting alliances, competing armed groups, and the influence of international actors. They assess critical indicators such as military movements, political transitions, armed group capabilities, and the reliability of available information, illustrating how Janes experts anticipate future trajectories in environments where data is fragmented and misinformation is widespread.

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Operational lessons from Ukraine’s deep-strike campaign

Monday, February 2, 2026 • Duration 27:38

In this episode of World of Intelligence, hosts Kate Cox and Sean Corbett are joined by Alexander Stronell, Manager of OSINT Force Monitoring (OFM), and Miko Vranic, Lead Russia analyst, to unpack one of the most daring operations of the Ukraine-Russia conflict – ‘Operation Spiderweb’. Together, they break down how in June 2025 Ukraine executed a meticulously planned series of drone strikes reaching deep into Russian territory, disrupting strategic bomber bases from European Russia to the Far East. The team explores the tactical ingenuity behind the attacks, the intelligence tradecraft used to assess the damage, and the ripple effects across Russia’s long range aviation and nuclear deterrent posture.

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Iran’s Unrest, Decoded: Protests, Power, and the Nuclear Trajectory

Thursday, January 22, 2026 • Duration 41:30

Iran’s latest wave of protests—sparked by currency collapse and rapidly shifting into anti government unrest—has been forcefully suppressed by a highly layered security apparatus. In this episode, our hosts Sean Corbett and Cristina Varriale are joined by Lewis Smart, Principal Analyst from Country Intelligence's MENA team, cut through conflicting narratives to explain why the regime remains intact for now, how elite cohesion and information control has shaped events, and which indicators matter for future instability. They also examine external pressures, including sanctions and U.S. force posture, and assess how Iran’s nuclear ambitions intersect with domestic unrest to shape the country’s next moves.

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