Lives in Leadership

Warrant Officer Dave Ashley reflects on four decades of service, sharing leadership lessons from the battlefield, the importance of caring for soldiers, and how the Army can prepare the next generation for the challenges ahead.

Major General Andrew Hocking discusses the lessons from Afghanistan, the importance of institutional learning, and how Defence can strengthen national preparedness through collaboration and diverse perspectives.

Dr Lucas Marie speaks with Major General Andrew Hocking about the personal and professional lessons learned from a distinguished career.

In the second part of his discussion with Brigadier John Fenwick, Professor David Whetham delves into the evolving landscape of ethics and leadership in Defence.

Brigadier John Fenwick speaks with Professor David Whetham, Director of the King's Centre for Military Ethics at King’s College London.

Rear Admiral Paul Halton joins Dr Lucas Marie to explore what real leadership looks like under pressure — from commanding nuclear submarines to steering national-level defence change.

Dr Lucas Marie speaks with Dr Florence Gaub — futurist, security expert, and Director at the NATO Defence College — about the future of war, technology, and human decision-making. 

Air Vice-Marshal Steven “Zed” Roberton joins Lives in Leadership to discuss leading through complexity — from fighter squadrons and coalition operations to corporate boardrooms.