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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Apr 27, 2023 • 42min
Between The Lines - Ep4
Welcome along to a new episode of our new, We Have Ways series - Between the Lines.This week; Bertie Packer still can't find his wife Joy, Harry Wilson is improving on his decipher work and we meet the Australian Charlie Williams. New episodes will be released every Thursday.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 WaggottJack 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
Apr 25, 2023 • 39min
Destruction in Dortmund
Over a few pints in a Dortmund pub, Al Murray and James Holland discuss the effects of the British bombing campaign on the average German.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays@WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 23, 2023 • 21min
Family Stories Series 4: Episode 6
Today’s family stories take us from surviving an attack by the Japanese, surviving a deadly accident and growing up in occupied Holland. Family Stories runs every Sunday, telling your stories from the Second World War.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Joey McCarthy and Robin Scott-ElliotExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: www.wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2023 • 58min
USA: We Have Ways - Alamo In The Ardennes
The Siege of Bastogne is one of the Second World War's most infamous battles, fought in the frostbitten forests of Belgium. But what is the story of the men that fought there in December 1944?Al Murray, James Holland and John C McManus explore the bloodshed - and if it was worth it.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Harry LinekerExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 20, 2023 • 35min
Between The Lines - Ep3
Welcome along to a new episode of our new, We Have Ways series - Between the Lines.This week; Jack Ward feels frustrated in Tunisia, Bertie Packer gets comfortable again with HMS Warspite, and Chester Hansen continues his support of Omar Bradley.New episodes will be released every Thursday.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 WaggottJack 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
Apr 18, 2023 • 1h 12min
Strategic Bombing Campaign
"Your Primary object will be the progressive destruction and dislocation of the German military, industrial, and economic system, and the undermining of the morale of the German people to a point where their capacity for armed resistance is fatally weakened."Looking ahead to the 80th anniversary of the Dams Raid, Al and James discuss the change to Bomber Command after the Casablanca Conference in 1943 and the details of the strategic bombing campaign in Germany.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Harry LinekerExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.com Email: wehavewayspod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 16, 2023 • 21min
Family Stories Series 4: Episode 5
Today’s family stories include one man's experience of the Italian campaign, trumpeting at Bletchley Park and witnessing the bombing of Coventry.Family Stories runs every Sunday, telling your stories from the Second World War.A Goalhanger Films productionProduced by Joey McCarthy and Robin Scott-ElliotExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: www.wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 14, 2023 • 58min
USA: We Have Ways - Eisenhower
Was Dwight D.Eisenhower the most powerful man in the world during the Second World War?Al Murray, James Holland and John C. McManus review Ike's exceptional wartime career.A Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Harry LinekerExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 13, 2023 • 33min
Between The Lines - Ep2
Welcome along to a new episode of our new, We Have Ways series - Between the Lines.This week; Vere visits the bombed-out pubs of the capital, Bertie Packer begins his journey on HMS Warspite and David Blyth recounts his love for Canada to his mother.New episodes will be released every Thursday.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 WaggottJack 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
Apr 11, 2023 • 44min
Conflict In Europe
Recorded on location from The National Army Museum, James Holland visits the newly opened Conflict In Europe gallery with museum director Justin Maciejewski and the exhibition's curator Sophie StathiA Goalhanger Films ProductionProduced by Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Tony PastorTwitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPodWebsite: wehavewayspod.comEmail: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
