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The Security Distillery Podcast
by The Security Distillery
The Security Distillery is an initiative from students for students. We aim to turn complex issues into simple matters in order to provide quality, accessible information for students and researchers. Find here the podcasts produced by the student-ran think tank around different thematic series: Disinformation, Conversing Crime, Sips & Quips, etc. More information and content at: https://thesecuritydistillery.org Contact us at: [email protected] Want to contribute to a podcast, an article or organise an event with The Security Distillery Reach out to us on social media (@thesecuritydistillery) or via email ([email protected]).
Episodes
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 5: Troll Farms in the MENA region with Dr. Marina Ayeb
In the last episode of Cyberdistillery, Giuditta and Andrea talk with Dr. Marina Ayeb about her research on computational propaganda and troll farms in the Middle East, understood through the lens of labour studies as real workplaces. First, Marina takes us through the history and origins of…
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 4: SheSpeaksCyber with Erlend Andreas Gjære
In this episode of Cyberdistillery, Giuditta and Andrea explore the human factor in cybersecurity with Erlend Andreas Gjære, co-founder and CEO of Secure Practice, and creator of SheSpeaksCyber. Erlend emphasises that security is about people and processes, not just technology. Moreover, he...
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 3, Part 2: Cybersecurity of the Healthcare Sector with Maria Vittoria Zucca
In this second part of the third episode of Cyberdistillery, Giuditta and Andrea, joined by Maria Vittoria Zucca - a PhD candidate in the National Italian PhD program Cybersecurity, led by the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca - continue the "cyber-medical analysis” of the (Italian)…
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 3, Part 1: Cybersecurity of the Healthcare Sector with Maria Vittoria Zucca
In this first part of the third episode of Cyberdistillery, Giuditta and Andrea discuss with Maria Vittoria Zucca - a PhD candidate in the National PhD program in Cybersecurity, led by the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca - about cybersecurity in the healthcare system, specifically the…
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 2: Interview with Ayah Tharwat on GenAI Disclosure of Sensitive Info
In the second episode of Cyberdistillery, Giuditta and Andrea discuss with Ayah Tharwat, a University of Luxembourg PhD student, about the impact of psychological distance on the disclosure of sensitive company information when using GenAI tools, specifically ChatGPT. The conversation builds on...
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Cyberdistillery - Episode 1: Interview with Giuditta Fiori, Women4Cyber Italia Youth Ambassador
In this first episode of the new podcast series Cyberdistillery, Andrea Bussini introduces our new co-host Giuditta Fiori , Women4Cyber Italia Youth Ambassador 2025. Giuditta describes what is like to be part of Women4Cyber the goals of the organisation and their vision for the future. Moreover,...
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The Security Distillery at the CCOE: Our Experience at the Annual Cimic Foresight Conference 2025
One month after the Annual Cimic Foresight Conference 2025, the Security Distillery Team reflects on their experience at the CCOE. Giuditta, Andrea, and Flavio discuss about the sessions they have taken part in. Furthermore, they debate on how their understanding of CIMIC has changed after the...
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Waiting for the Annual Cimic Foresight Conference 2025: The Security Distillery at the CCOE
In this special episode of our podcast, Andrea and Alberto have the pleasure to announce that the Security Distillery will attend and cover through our social media the Annual Cimic Foresight Conference 2025, “From Foresight to Action: Evolving CIMIC Capabilities”, which is organised by the CCOE,...
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Drone Brief: Russian Drone Incursion in Poland, here we go!
In the aftermath of what appears to be an intentional Russian incursion in Polish airspace with drones, Mathéo and Andrea talk about what happened and discuss the implications of this event for NATO, what the future may have in store for NATO countries and how to deal with the increasing pressure...
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Drone Warfare: the Case of the War in Ukraine
In this episode, Mathéo and Andrea address the latest developments of drone usage in Ukraine, amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. Mathéo describes the different typologies of drones that are currently being employed in the conflict, with a particular focus on FPVs, discussing strategic...
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The Distillery at the CPDP 2025 Conference: Interview with Matthias Spielkamp, Founder and Executive Director of AlgorithmWatch
In this Special Episode, Flavio and Oscar have the pleasure to interview Matthias Spielkamp, Founder and Executive Director of AlgorithmWatch, during the 2025 Computers, Privacy and Data Protection (CPDP) Conference held in Brussels. In this episode, Matthias tells us about his professional...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 16: Chinese Missile Test and Disinformation
In the Intelligence Espresso, the Security Distillery’s podcast team boils down key events in global affairs into a short and sharp briefing to kick-start your day. What better way to keep up with the most important stories from around the world than from the specialist - and highly caffeinated -...
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The Security Distillery Experience at the CPDP Conference 2024
In this Special Episode of our podcasts, The Security Distillery team members Susanna, Michele, Cecile, Chiara and Dolores discuss their experience in the 2024 edition of the CPDP.ai Conference. They talk about their favorite topics, panels, workshops and exhibitions of the event. Listen to their...
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NATO at 75 - what is NATO in 2024?
In this episode, Josefine and Angus discuss the NATO alliance in relation to its 75th anniversary and the recent summit in Washington. Josefine shares her reflections from a NATO-packed summer, and our hosts talk about how NATO makes decisions, the war in Ukraine, and how it relates to the...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 15
In the Intelligence Espresso, the Security Distillery’s podcast team boils down key events in global affairs into a short and sharp briefing to kick-start your day. What better way to keep up with the most important stories from around the world than from the specialist - and highly caffeinated -...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 14
In the Intelligence Espresso, the Security Distillery’s podcast team boils down key events in global affairs into a short and sharp briefing to kick-start your day. What better way to keep up with the most important stories from around the world than from the specialist - and highly caffeinated -...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 13
In the latest episode of the Intelligence Espresso, Buster will discuss the donation of F-16s by several NATO countries to Ukraine, why the delivery of the aircraft are delayed, and how they might shape the war in Ukraine. Afterwards, Johanna will talk about the EU’s newly released European…
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine – Two Years On
In this episode of the Security Distillery Podcast, hosts James, Josefine, and Costanza analyze the events of the past two years of conflict. They compare expert predictions with the realities witnessed on the battlefield, and analyze how the war has altered Russian foreign policy to its south…
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 12
In the latest episode of the Intelligence Espresso, Angus will discuss the ongoing civil war in Myanmar in light of the military regime's recent announcement that they will enforce a conscription of civilians into the armed forces, following significant gains made by rebel militia groups. Next,...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 11
In the first episode of the Intelligence Episode of 2024, the hosts will discuss the following topics: James will be discussing the latest test of the British military’s Dragonfire laser and how the development of military-grade lasers might impact the battlefield of the future. Johanna will look...
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Spin-Off Series: Christmas Special - NORAD's Santa Tracker
Why does the US military track Santa? Is it even possible to track Santa? What can Santa and Saddam Hussain possibly have in common?
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 10
Check out the latest episode of our podcast series, “Intelligence Espresso”, where we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 9
We will then examine the topic on everyone’s minds: just how was this allowed to happen? How did Israel, a state with one of the strongest and most sophisticated intelligence services in the world, get taken by surprise? Lastly, we will discuss the tragic events and escalating aggression that…
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 8
Check out the latest episode of our podcast series, “Intelligence Espresso”, where we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso...
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Spin-Off Series: Exploring Space Security and the DART Project - Part 2
As space becomes increasingly important to our daily lives, it's critical that we understand and address the security risks. In this first of our Spin-Off Series, we are joined by astronomer Po Yen Liu to discuss space security and the DART project. In the previous episode, we introduced the...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 7
Check out the latest episode of our podcast series, “Intelligence Espresso”, where we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 6
Check out the latest episode of our podcast series, “Intelligence Espresso”, where we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 5
Check out the latest episode of our podcast series, “Intelligence Espresso”, where we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso...
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Spin-Off Series: Exploring Space Security and the DART Project - Part 1
As space becomes increasingly important to our daily lives, it's critical that we understand and address the security risks. In this first of our Spin-Off Series, we are joined by astronomer Po Yen Liu to discuss space security and the DART project. The DART (Double Asteroid Redirection Test)...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 4
In our fourth episode of the series, this week’s episode will discuss: - Britain joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership, marking what the UK Government is calling “its biggest trade deal since Brexit”. - The escalating situation in the DRC after the M23 Rebel group ignored the withdrawal deadline.…
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 3
This week’s “Intelligence Espresso’ is presented and produced by our Dublin Team in DCU. On it, our team looks at: - When Xi comes to town: Russia’s charm offensive was on full display last week with the arrival of Xi Jinping in Moscow ostensibly to discuss the ending of the conflict in Ukraine....
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 2
In the Intelligence Espresso, we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso produces but for current affairs. This week on the...
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Intelligence Espresso - Episode 1
In the Intelligence Espresso, we strive to distil world affairs pertaining to intelligence and security into a bite-sized intelligence briefing to kick off your week. Think of it as the short sharp slap in the face a highly caffeinated espresso produces but for current affairs. This week in the...
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Intersections of the Iranian Protest: Social Media, Suppression of Dissent, and Big Tech
This episode of The Security Distillery podcast takes a closer look at the current 2022 revolution in Iran. Discussing with Maya Rioux, Dr Babak Rezaeedaryakenari dissects the intersection of technology, security and dissent. He explains the securitisation of social media, the evolution of the…
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Who is the bad guy? The role of movies in the social construction of data protection
Movies can play a big role in shaping people’s perceptions of important topics, such as the protection of personal data. In the podcast « Who is the bad guy? The role of movies in the social construction of data protection », Megan Zutt explores how movies on data privacy shape perceptions and…
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The War in Ukraine and its Impact on the Caucasus
In this podcast Guus Rotink meets Agha Bayramov, an assistant professor at the University of Groningen. They discuss a significant, but often overlooked impact of the War in Ukraine, namely the changing international relations within the South Caucasus. The war in Ukraine is impacting the…
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Conversing Crime - Episode 2
In Conversing Crime, the Security Distillery podcast on organised crime, professionals and academics are offering an insight into the complex world of organised crime. Today we welcome Jessie Bullock, PhD candidate at Harvard University Department of Government, who will introduce us to the topic...
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Conversing Crime - Episode 1
In Conversing Crime, the Security Distillery podcast on organised crime, professionals and academics are offering an insight into the complex world of organised crime. Today we welcome Anna Sergi, senior lecturer and associate professor of criminology at the University of Essex, who will…
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A Forgotten People: The Sahrawi
This episode aims at clarifying the situation between Morocco and Western Sahara. The new events have brought to the attention of the international community the fate of the Sahrawi people: who are they and why has this dispute been going for so long?
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Forecasting The Disinformation Landscape
This panel looks to discuss the post-truth narrative played out in recent years and the impact of disinformation on the realm of public debate. What sort of world are we living in? And what are the most pertinent security threats to come? This expert panel takes the format of an informal…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Security Distillery is an initiative from students for students. We aim to turn complex issues into simple matters in order to provide quality, accessible information for students and researchers.
Find here the podcasts produced by the student-ran think tank around different thematic series: Disinformation, Conversing Crime, Sips & Quips, etc.
More information and content at: https://thesecuritydistillery.org
Contact us at: [email protected]
Want to contribute to a podcast, an article or organise an event with The Security Distillery Reach out to us on social media (@thesecuritydistillery) or via email ([email protected]).
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