WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
Goalhanger
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.Join our membership club for extra content, livestreams and ad-free listening: patreon.com/wehavewaysFor more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com
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Aug 3, 2023 • 55min
The Spitfire vs The Sea Fury
In the first of a series of interviews with 'Heritage Heroes', Al Murray and James Holland speak to war bird pilot and restoration expert Richard Grace.Richard tells the lads about his extraordinary life within the classic war bird world, his parents' obsession with flying Spitfires, and what the best plane to fly really is.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Vasco AndradeExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodMembers' Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 2, 2023 • 43min
Gomorrah 1943 - Part 2
In the second episode of our special on the bombing of Hamburg, Al Murray and James Holland look behind the reasons behind the historic city as a target. They also discuss in sobering detail the horror on the ground, and if the raid was effective.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comMembers’ Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 1, 2023 • 48min
Gomorrah 1943 - Part 1
It was planned to be a war ending raid, with thousands of bombs dropped on Hamburg on the 2nd and 3rd August 1943.In the first of a two-part special on the firebombing, Al Murray and James Holland look at the history behind these indiscriminate bombing campaigns and the moral implications of Arthur Harris’ plan.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comMembers’ Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 30, 2023 • 30min
Between The Lines - Ep 17
As Mussolini falls in Italy, Between The Lines captures the reaction across the world through the letters, diaries and logbooks of our characters on Between The Lines.Between The Lines is a We Have Ways productionJulia ‘Ma’ Blyth is read by Ruth SillersDavid Blyth is read by Matthew MalthouseOscar Griswold is read by Michael LyonsChester Hansen is read by Lance Fuller Vere Hodgson is read by Rachel HollandHeinz Knoke is read by Lukas WechslerBertie Packer is read by Paul WaggottWillhelm Mauss is read by Alex FiguierdoJack Ward is read by Adam JarrellHarry Wilson is read by Joel EmeryNarration is by James Holland and Al MurrayEditing by Jon Gill and Joey McCarthyWritten and produced by Merryn WaltersThe Executive Producer is Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 27, 2023 • 51min
Mobilising Hate - Part Two
In the second part of our harrowing conversation with filmmaker and historian, Martin Davidson, we discuss the real-world rhetoric and operations that make Nazi high command pursue the building of the camps and the Final Solution.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodMembers' Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 25, 2023 • 43min
Saving The Vatican, Nazi Tactics and Nuclear Secrets
After kicking up a storm in last week’s podcast by daring to suggest German Army tactics weren’t always amazing, Al Murray and James Holland shamelessly double down.Also in today's episode, they trawl through the archives to find out exactly what was happening, 80 years ago across the world.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.com Members’ Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 23, 2023 • 23min
Between The Lines - Ep 16
Welcome along to another of our We Have Ways series - Between the Lines.Between The Lines is a We Have Ways productionJulia ‘Ma’ Blyth is read by Ruth SillersDavid Blyth is read by Matthew MalthouseOscar Griswold is read by Michael LyonsChester Hansen is read by Lance Fuller Vere Hodgson is read by Rachel HollandHeinz Knoke is read by Lukas WechslerBertie Packer is read by Paul WaggottWillhelm Mauss is read by Alex FiguierdoJack Ward is read by Adam JarrellHarry Wilson is read by Joel EmeryNarration is by James Holland and Al MurrayEditing by Jon Gill and Joey McCarthyWritten and produced by Merryn WaltersThe Executive Producer is Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 20, 2023 • 58min
The Life Of Rommel
Why has the reputation of Commander of the 7th Panzer Division Ernst Rommel become the stuff of legend?James Holland speaks to historian Lloyd Clark about the life and career of the Desert Fox.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comMembers’ Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2023 • 56min
The Battle of Kursk - Part 2
It's been called the biggest tank battle of The Second World War, with vast numbers of troops, vehicles clashing to take the initiative on the Eastern Front. But why did Germany fail at Kursk?Al Murray and James Holland discuss 1943's epic slugfest.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Harry LinekerExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comMembers’ Club: patreon.com/wehavewaysEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 16, 2023 • 36min
Between The Lines - Ep 15
Welcome along to another of our We Have Ways series - Between the Lines.In this week's episode we get an incredible insight from General Omar Bradley's aide, Captain Chet Hansen, describing the advance on Sicily.Between The Lines is a We Have Ways productionJulia ‘Ma’ Blyth is read by Ruth SillersDavid Blyth is read by Matthew MalthouseOscar Griswold is read by Michael LyonsChester Hansen is read by Lance Fuller Vere Hodgson is read by Rachel HollandHeinz Knoke is read by Lukas WechslerBertie Packer is read by Paul WaggottWillhelm Mauss is read by Alex FiguierdoJack Ward is read by Adam JarrellHarry Wilson is read by Joel EmeryNarration is by James Holland and Al MurrayEditing by Jon Gill and Joey McCarthyWritten and produced by Merryn WaltersThe Executive Producer is Tony Pastor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
