WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk

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  • Achtung! Achtung! Comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland discuss all matters WW2. WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk is a bi-weekly show exploring the war in close up. James and Al have a stunning knowledge of their subject, but don't expect a linear narrative. The boys love a tangent and a forgotten tale. We Have Ways of Making You Talk roams down forgotten front lines, casts new villains and makes the case for unlikely heroes. Send questions to James and Al via Twitter using #WeHaveWays or by email to wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our membership club for extra content, livestreams and ad-free listening: patreon.com/wehaveways
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Episodes
  • Pelileu: Death Trap Island (Part 1)

    Pelileu: Death Trap Island (Part 1)
    Nov 28 2024
    27th November, 1944, Palau Islands. A 'God-Forsaken' island in the Pacific, Palau must be taken for the US strategy to reclaim the Philippines and push back the Japanese Empire. After 2 months of bloodthirsty fighting, The US forces claimed the island for its airfield, but the controversy of its strategic value versus the horrific cost in men remains to this day. Did the myopic, and partisan ambitions of a flawed top brass result in the shocking US casualty figures? Or was it the coral, caves, and suicidal sacrifice of the Japanese defenders? Join James Holland, Al Murray, and John McManus as they dive deep into the 'Emperor's Island', as well as discussing the big names and conflicting interests of the campaign - such as Geiger, Puller, and Rupertus. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company’ to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • Blitz, Vichy Problems & The Best Military Beards

    Blitz, Vichy Problems & The Best Military Beards
    Nov 26 2024
    Just how good is Steve McQueen’s new film on The Blitz? Was the Vichy government really that bad in 1945? And which general had the best beard? Al Murray and James Holland have a great catch up and answer your questions. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Evan Green & Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Company’ to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals. Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Listen Now: Legacy

    Listen Now: Legacy
    Nov 25 2024
    Listen to Legacy from Wondery and Goalhanger Podcasts. Each season, historian Peter Frankopan and broadcaster Afua Hirsch tell the wild stories of the most extraordinary men and women to have ever lived – and ask whether they have the reputation they deserve. Winston Churchill is a towering figure in British history. Born into an aristocratic family, he began his career as a soldier and war correspondent before entering politics. He was an early champion of social reform, and became Prime Minister in 1940 during Britain's darkest hour in World War II. His stirring speeches and indomitable spirit in the face of insurmountable odds helped lead the Allies to victory. However his views on empire and race have come under increased scrutiny in recent years, not to mention his role in the Bengal famine of 1943. Despite these controversies, Churchill remains a pivotal figure in 20th-century history, honoured for his crucial role in defeating fascism and shaping the post-war world. In this clip, Churchill faces unimaginable horrors in Cuba - but what’s an English soldier doing in a Spanish colony? Listen to Legacy on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts: https://wondery.com/shows/legacy/ You can listen to Legacy episodes early and ad-free right now by joining Wondery+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Great!

I am really like this podcast. nice content. fantastic and excellent narration in this content

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knowledge and humour

fantastic podcast with lots of relevant knowledge along with good humour. would definitely recommend for any one interested in ww2

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Great podcast

informative, fun, hard hitting and just downright enjoyable, telling untold/unheard stories of not just the main war but all the little side lines of action

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Outstanding

Best informative and entertaining podcast on WW2 you will find. I love the banter. Highly recommended.

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love it!

The duo have great chemistry, and make the topics really engaging! so glad I found this podcast! always been a fan of James Holland's work, and will have to seek out Al Murray's from now on

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An eye opener

Hadn't really thought about '43 as being a pivotal part of Ww2. Great listen.

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Powerful, funny, and moving.

The podcast as a whole is fascinating, but this episode could have been hours longer and still amazing.

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fun stuff

they are such a good foil for each other and so funny, but also there have great depth

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So interesting

What's not to like. Brilliant revaluation of the second world war. Presented by two people who plainly love this period of history, who have a deep understanding of the subject and dare I say love each other in a stiff upper lip sort of way.

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