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NOOD: the podcast about being prepared in times of crises

What should you do if the Netherlands is hit by a prolonged power outage, a cyberattack on the Port of Rotterdam, or even a ground war? The journalistic podcast series NOOD not only provides insight into such scenarios but also shows which steps you can take yourself to be prepared.

In eleven episodes, journalists Daan Nieber and Annefleur Schipper guide you through emergency scenarios that could suddenly disrupt our daily lives. NOOD highlights which disasters are realistic, places them in historical context, and offers concrete tips so you know what to do if things really go wrong.

A podcast by Corti Media in collaboration with Deloitte, featuring contributions from experts such as:

  • Rob Bauer, former chairman of the NATO Military Committee and Edge Fellow at Deloitte
  • Sjoerd van der Smissen, industry lead public sector
  • Patrick Bolder, defence analyst at HCSS
  • Gwenda Nielen, expert on online manipulation at TNO
  • Frank Groenewegen, cybersecurity expert at Deloitte
  • Jan Kluytmans, epidemiologist

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NOOD episode 0: Why must we prepare for a crisis now?

Why do we need to prepare for a crisis now? The threat from Russia, an unstable energy supply, and disinformation are increasing. According to Sjoerd van der Smissen, Industry Lead Public Sector at Deloitte, this is precisely why it is important that we prepare well together.

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NOOD episode 1: Worldwide satellite outage: the world stands still

A global satellite outage disables the GPS system, causing planes to be grounded, ATMs to stop working, and traffic to come to a standstill in the Netherlands. Patrick Bolder, defence analyst at HCSS, explains how such an outage can occur and why countries like Russia and China increasingly seek to manipulate or destroy their opponents’ satellites.

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Building a Resilient Netherlands Together

The Netherlands is facing increasing geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, and disinformation. Our open economy and central location make us particularly vulnerable, which calls for a new approach to security. Protecting the Netherlands is no longer just the responsibility of the military or police; it is a shared responsibility of governments, businesses, and citizens. A lack of commitment is no longer an option.
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NRC Opinion: In times of crisis, the Finns know what to do

Finland differs significantly from that in the Netherlands, yet, according to Sjoerd van der Smissen, there is much that we can learn from Finland regarding resilience. 

72 hours without power: Rotterdam residents share how to respond: 'It's important to prepare'

Coloured paper on windows or lessons to free residents from a stuck lift. The municipality of Rotterdam is collaborating with residents of Bloemhof on a plan for prolonged power outages.

Waarom we onze digitale dijken nu moeten verhogen

Ontdek hoe we de digitale veiligheid van onze vitale infrastructuur kunnen verbeteren. Door recente gebeurtenissen zoals een hack bij de Nederlandse politie en vermoedelijke sabotage in de Oostzee, staan onze digitale systemen onder druk. Experts Sjoerd van der Smissen en Frank Groenewegen van Deloitte bespreken manieren om onze cyberveiligheid te versterken en wie hier verantwoordelijk voor is.
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Sjoerd van der Smissen

Partner | Industry Lead Publieke Sector
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Frank Groenewegen

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Kim Vrielink

Kim Vrielink

Partner | Digital, Defence & NATO
+316 1234 2974

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