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The Progress Report is a podcast that shines a light on the voices, stories, and experiences of women shaping Australia's defence and national security landscape — spanning both the Australian Defence Force and the broader industry.Hosted by Tash Taylor, this series offers honest, thought-provoking conversations that explore the realities of working in one of the nation's most complex and vital sectors. From leadership and innovation to resilience and personal growth, each episode delves into the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that define progress — both personal and professional.Through authentic storytelling and candid discussion, The Progress Report goes beyond policy and strategy to reveal the people driving change across defence and national security.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Progress Report is a podcast that shines a light on the voices, stories, and experiences of women shaping Australia's defence and national security landscape, spanning both the Australian Defence Force and the broader industry.
The Progress Report is hosted by Tash Taylor. The show has published 22 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Leadership, mentorship and life at sea, Commander Melanie Lennard on 17 years in the Royal Australian Navy" (9 October 2026, 31 minutes), "Leadership, mentorship and life at sea, Commander Melanie Lennard on 17 years in the Royal Australian Navy" (9 October 2026, 31 minutes), and "Building the future, Viviene Beins on aerospace engineering, women, and Australia's defence industry" (18 September 2026, 10 minutes).
The Progress Report publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 44 minutes across 22 episodes.
Booking probability for The Progress Report is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Progress Report requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Progress Report's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for The Progress Report are Defense & International Affairs. The Progress Report has a business audience.
Tash Taylor hosts The Progress Report, a business podcast with 22 episodes published.
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<p>How do you build an inclusive, adaptable and capable Australian Defence Force through leadership, lifelong learning and the experiences that shape military careers?</p> <p>Royal Australian Navy Commander Melanie...
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How do you build an inclusive, adaptable and capable Australian Defence Force through leadership, lifelong learning and the experiences that shape military careers? Royal Australian Navy Commander Melanie Lennard shares...
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<p>Breaking barriers and building the skills needed to shape the future of Australia's aerospace and defence industries.<br /> <br /> RMIT University aerospace engineering and logistics supply chain student Viviene...
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Breaking barriers and building the skills needed to shape the future of Australia's aerospace and defence industries. RMIT University aerospace engineering and logistics supply chain student Viviene Beins shares her...
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<p >Someone has to take the plunge and shoulder the burden.</p> <p >A pioneer forging the path for the future generations of women in the Australian Defence Force, no matter the consequences.</p> <p >Royal Australian...
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Someone has to take the plunge and shoulder the burden. A pioneer forging the path for the future generations of women in the Australian Defence Force, no matter the consequences. Royal Australian Navy Captain (Ret'd)...
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<p>How do you stay composed when your aircraft is struck by a surface-to-air missile over enemy territory, your hydraulics fail, and you're staring down at the city of Baghdad? For Colonel (Ret'd) Kim Campbell, the...
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How do you stay composed when your aircraft is struck by a surface-to-air missile over enemy territory, your hydraulics fail, and you're staring down at the city of Baghdad? For Colonel (Ret'd) Kim Campbell, the answer...
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<p>How do you explain to a six-year-old that her father isn't just "away" but serving the nation? For Hayley Boswell, the answer started with a handmade book and a story about saving sea turtles. A former lawyer and...
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<p>From commercial pilot to maritime leader, Georgia Davey's "roller-coaster" career is a masterclass in adaptability. In this episode, the NORSTA Maritime program manager joins Tash Taylor to discuss her journey from...
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<p>How does a law student's "gap year" in recruitment turn into a 17-year career leading operations in the defence sector?</p> <p>In this episode, Amelia De Angelis, chief operating officer of Kinexus, shares her...
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<p>In this episode of The Progress Report, Tash Taylor sits down with Gabby Costigan, a powerhouse leader in the global defence sector and a pioneer for women in STEM. From her early days in the Australian Defence Force...
<p>Imagine being told at the start of your aviation career that women simply don't fly jets. Decades later, Sue-anne Munckton is the CEO of the Civil Aviation Academy Australasia and director/founder of Sky Careers and...
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<p>A chance meeting with an astronaut changed Riley Havela's life, diverting her path from medicine straight into the world of aerospace engineering. In this episode of Defence Connect's The Progress Report, host Tash...
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<p>How do you go from growing up in Ukraine to winning Academic of the Year in Australia? Dr Oleksandra Molloy, senior lecturer in aviation at UNSW Canberra, shares her extraordinary journey. Tash Taylor dives into...
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<p>What does it mean to lead with honesty, show vulnerability, and embrace your authentic self – even when life feels chaotic? In this episode of The Progress Report, host Tash Taylor sits down with Rebecca Woolnough...
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<p>Ever wondered what it takes to lead with resilience while balancing life, career and wellbeing?</p> <p >In this episode of The Progress Report, Tash Taylor sits down with Marisa Branscombe, head of marketing...
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<p>Imagine being part of a group that no one ever wants to join – a community born from loss, but one that becomes a lifeline. On this episode of The Progress Report, running in time for War Widows Day on 19th October...
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<p>A truly hard-hitting discussion of challenges and triumphs in the Defence community.</p> <p>In this episode of The Progress Report, Defence Connect's Tash Taylor sits down with Families of Veterans Guild CEO Renee...
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<p>What happens when a woman with the "how hard can it be" gene takes on the male-dominated world of cyber and national security? In this episode of The Progress Report, Defence Connect's Tash Taylor sits down with Niru...
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