Welcome to the second series of the 'Rethinking Security Podcast - Paths out of Polycrisis'

Hosted by Larry Attree, an expert on international peace and security issues, he explores the intersecting global challenges confronting the UK.

In this first episode, Larry is joined by Dr Hillary Briffa, Lecturer in National Security Studies and the Assistant Director of the Centre for Defence Studies at King's College London, and Dr Victoria Basham, Professor of International Relations and Head of Politics and International Relations at Cardiff University, to discuss the range of challenges facing the UK. With a focus on the government's Integrated reviews (and refreshes) and what security areas have been overlooked.

Listen to this episode to get an overview of what the series is about, and an insight into recent government security policy and its effectiveness.