Emphasising the importance of mass in military strategy is crucial for Australia's military success. Australia must shift its focus away from various myths and fantasies and develop an independent, but not isolated, national military policy.

In episode 21 of the Australia in the World podcast, Allan and Darren bring us a special interview this episode with Rebecca Skinner, Associate Secretary of Australia’s Department of Defence, and therefore one of the most senior women working on Australia’s national security.

With little fanfare the man in charge of the world’s largest military quietly slipped into Darwin earlier this month to reassure Australia that the United States remains committed to this region. The visit signified the new strategic challenges for Australia's defence.