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The World War II podcast with comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland.
We Have Ways of Making You Talk dives deep into WWII history, exploring key battles, forgotten front lines, and incredible untold stories. Whether you're fascinated by the Battle of Britain, the D-Day landings, or the Eastern Front, this show offers a rich, detailed look at the war that shaped the modern world.
Al and James bring a unique blend of expert knowledge and humour, discussing everything from the Third Reich, Churchill's leadership, and the Fall of Berlin, to World War 2 tanks, fighter planes, and naval battles. Expect historical insights, lively tangents, and discussions on iconic second world war events like Operation Barbarossa, the Pacific Theatre, and the North African campaign.
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What made American pilots want to fight in WW2 before Pearl Harbor? When did The United States of America join WW2? How did Eagle Squadron pilots transfer to The Fourth Fighter Group?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 2 of this new series looking at the larger-than-life American aces that flew to every corner of the Nazi empire, starting with Spitfires in the dark days of The Battle Of Britain to P-51 Mustangs at the closing stages of WW2.
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Why did American pilots fight for Britain before the US entered WW2? When were the American 'Eagle Squadrons' formed in the UK? How did Don Blakeslee rise to prominence among his fellow pilots?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 1 of this new series looking at the larger-than-life American aces that flew to every corner of the Nazi empire, starting with Spitfires in the dark days of The Battle Of Britain to P-51 Mustangs at the closing stages of WW2.
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2What did the Bismarck sinking mean for Hitler's naval plans? When were the wrecks of Hood and Bismarck discovered? Why does the rapid sinking of HMS Hood still cause so much debate?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 4 as they recount the thrilling chase of the battleship Bismarck, pride of the Nazi German Kriegsmarine, and the men and ships of Britain's Royal Navy determined to sink her.
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When was the Bismarck sunk? How did British destroyers contribute to the sinking of the Bismarck? Why did Bismarck take so much damage in order to sink?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 3 as they recount the thrilling chase of the battleship Bismarck, pride of the Nazi German Kriegsmarine, and the men and ships of Britain's Royal Navy determined to sink her.
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What resources did the British deploy to hunt the Bismarck? How did British air power contribute to the sinking of the Bismarck? When did Bismarck get attacked by Fairey Swordfish torpedo planes?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 2 as they recount the thrilling chase of the battleship Bismarck, pride of the Nazi German Kriegsmarine, and the men and ships of Britain's Royal Navy determined to sink her.
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How did the Bismarck try to escape after sinking HMS Hood? Why was the Bismarck so hard to find in the Atlantic? When would Bismarck be safe from Royal Navy surface vessels?
Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 1 as they recount the thrilling chase of the battleship Bismarck, pride of the Nazi German Kriegsmarine, and the men and ships of Britain's Royal Navy determined to sink her.
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As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series.
This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both on the front line and home front.
In this episode we hear your tales of Austrian POWs, Norwegian pranksters, and Italian partisans.
With thanks to Alina Cleaver, Dag-Rune Gundersen, Dave King, Craig Green, Nick Clark, Lorenzo Grecomoro, and Karol Tereszczuk.
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Why do ships and planes paint their interiors green? How did the cold winters of the 1940s lead to the Fall of France? How did FDR break convention with his third and fourth presidential terms?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for a classic war waffle episode, which includes a look at all the major events of every January 20th during WW2.
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Why should people remember the Holocaust? When did people start to commemorate the Holocaust? How do different countries around the world engage with Holocaust education?
Listen to this exclusive extract from Waitman Wade Beorn and Alex Maws' talk from the latest We Have Ways Festival on the role and power of memory in Holocaust education.
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When did Hood and Bismarck begin firing at each other? Why did the battle end so quickly? How fast did the result of the battle spread across the world?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 4 of this series on the titanic clash between two mighty warships that represented the pride of the British Royal Navy and the Nazi German Kriegsmarine.
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Why was HMS Hood considered the peak of British sea power? Who was the commander of HMS Hood during The Battle of the Denmark Strait? When was HMS Hood built?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 3 of this series on the titanic clash between two mighty warships that represented the pride of the British Royal Navy and the Nazi German Kriegsmarine.
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Why was the Battleship Bismarck so feared? How well prepared were the British to fight the Bismarck? Is the Bismarck overrated?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 2 of this series on the titanic clash between two mighty warships that represented the pride of the British Royal Navy and the Nazi German Kriegsmarine.
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Why was Bismarck such a threat to British sea power? Who was the commander of the Bismarck task force? When was Operation Rheinübung?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 1 of this series on the titanic clash between two mighty warships that represented the pride of the British Royal Navy and the Nazi German Kriegsmarine.
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Why did the Soviets bring a brass band to Finland? What is the significance of the Arcadia Conference in WW2? When was Operation Bodenplatte?
Join James Holland and Al Murray as they discuss the major events of each January 1st in WW2.
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Why is remembrance still important now? Were Germans the 'bad guys' in WW2? What do relatives think of Montgomery and his legacy now?
Join James Holland and Al Murray as they interview Henry Montgomery and Angela Findlay on the role remembrance plays in making a lasting peace in the 21st Century, and the important WW2 lessons Democracies can learn in 2026.
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Did my family fight in WW2? What did people do at home during WW2? What was life like in WW2?
Join James Holland and Al Murray as they explore the fascinating Ancestry archives available to families wanting to learn more about family members and what they did during WW2. You can follow along & start exploring your family history at www.ancestry.co.uk/newyear
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As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series.
This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both on the front line and home front.
In this episode we hear your tales of fishy goose, Christmas party war stories, and generous helpings of American butter!
With thanks to Robert Horne, Damien, Neil, John Pilkington, Mike Griffin, and Chris Weall.
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What happened to the Fairey Swordfish after Taranto? What was life like on the Arctic Convoys? How did aircrew cope with the polar conditions in an open cockpit?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for part 4 of this exploration of the Fairey Swordfish biplane torpedo bomber, and the brave crews of the Fleet Air Arm who achieved incredible victories in an 'obsolete' airframe.
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How many Italian ships were damaged or destroyed during the Taranto raid? Why did the British cancel the second day of attacks for Operation Judgement? When did the Italian fleet recover from the attack?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for part 3 of this exploration of the Fairey Swordfish biplane torpedo bomber, and the brave crews of the Fleet Air Arm who achieved incredible victories in an 'obsolete' airframe.
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What happened in the Battle Of Taranto? Did the raid on Taranto catch the Italian defenders by surprise? How many Swordfish attacked the Italian fleet stationed at Taranto?
Join James Holland and Al Murray for the second part of this mini-series exploring the Fairey Swordfish biplane torpedo bomber, and the brave crews of the Fleet Air Arm who achieved incredible victories in an 'obsolete' airframe.
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please stop waffling on about what you did on the weekend.
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one of the most insightful discussions I've heard in a very long time.
I can't understand this dude! how the hell is he on tv?
I had no idea. Truly brutal fighting for weeks without end.
I wish y'all would put the names and authors of books you refer to in description. I listen whilst driving and can't write them down. Love the pod.
HELLO from Waterbury CT. (which is in what we call New England.) My little city is nicknamed "The Brass City" because of the large amount of machine shops started in the war effort. As I write this, I'm listening to your podcast with the volume full blast because machine #B-61 is extremely loud.lol! Keep the podcast coming, they are very interesting. AND KEEP MAKING FUN OF S-hitler because your Jewish listeners....me.....LOVE EVERY MINUTE! LOL Louis J. Zaretzki
Accepting that it was a quick answer to a question from six years ago, the argument that the war would have ended earlier if Hitler had attempted Sealion in 1941 completely fails to appreciate the wider scope of the rest of the war. Yes, a failed invasion of Britain would have caused a lot of damage to Nazi military might and indeed have placed Hitler in a more precarious position politically which might have led to a coup by the military, but equally a failed Sealion both might have delayed Barbarossa and the Soviets opening up a second front in the East, but also would have potentially done enough damage to the nascent recovery of the British Armed Forces in 1941 to mean that they were a lot more risk averse and defensive in their doctrine and tactics in the years afterwards, rather than having the space and support that no Sealion gave to reconfigure the economy and doctrine towards the kind of offensive warfare which led to the successful liberations of North Africa, Italy and then
another great year of podcasts, really enjoyed walking the ground at Arnhem on YouTube really highlighted the issues the para's had. Great work fantastic stuff.
v disappointed in this superficial treatment of this subject...
Again, a good compliment to the book.
A good compliment to the great book.
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Yet a other great episode, but the Dornier 217 wasn't a seaplane, chaps. That would be a Dornier 24 or 26. Keep it going - best WW2 pod out there !!
I've been listening to these podcasts since they started and they are getting better and better
Really enjoyed the Stilwell episode! How about more CBI shows, especially about Bill Slim?
Hi.... I have just listened to this and I know it is a year old but I would like to comment.... My father was a Dispatch Rider in the Royal Signals. He road across North Africa, Sicily and then the Mud, Rain, Bullets and Bombs in Italy. He saw Friends, Colleagues and Senior Ranks killed and blown up. He felt they weren't given the credit they so richly deserved and I feel too many people don't know about the actions in Italy. I would like to thank both Al and James for highlighting this.