

Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
Lions Led By Donkeys
The Lions Led By Donkeys podcast is a military history podcast for laughing at the worst military failures, inept commanders, and crazy stories from throughout the history of human conflict.
Our podcast will always be free, but if you think what we do is worth a buck you can throw us one here:
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Our podcast will always be free, but if you think what we do is worth a buck you can throw us one here:
https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys
Episodes
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Jul 6, 2025 • 1h 12min
Episode 370 - Operation Frankton
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The British military, faced with the seemingly insurmountable problem of a heavily defended port, decide that there is nothing that methed out kayak-borne commandos on a suicide mission cannot handle.
Sources:
CE Lucas Phillips. The Cockleshell Heroes: The Most Courageous and Imaginative Commando Raid of WWII
Quentin Rees. Cockleshell Heroes: The Final Witness.
Robert Lyman. Operation Suicide: The Remarkable Story of the Cockleshell Raid
https://www.historyextra.com/period/second-world-war/cockleshell-heroes-who-what-operation-frankton-ww2/
https://www.historyisnowmagazine.com/blog/2024/10/2/operation-frankton-the-most-daring-raid-of-world-war-2
https://www.cwgc.org/our-work/blog/operation-frankton-the-true-story-of-the-cockleshell-heroes/

Jul 2, 2025 • 10min
*PREVIEW* The Christmas Bullet *LIVE IN LONDON*
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Jun 30, 2025 • 1h 29min
Episode 369 - The Order: Part 4
A chaotic tale kicks off with humorous confrontations and absurdity at a car detailing shop. The discussion shifts to race and identity, blending pop culture with sharp insights on contemporary social issues. Alan Berg's controversial legacy sparks conversations on provocative media influences. Economic struggles in rural towns are linked to extremist ideologies, revealing the absurdity behind conspiracy theories. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu culture collides with extremist narratives, exposing chaotic criminal dynamics. The recklessness of violence and misguided motives of neo-Nazi groups add to the wild tapestry of stories.

Jun 26, 2025 • 10min
*PREVIEW* The Slow Death of the Armenian Quarter
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Jun 23, 2025 • 1h 28min
Episode 368 - The Order: Part 3
A print shop owner finds himself entangled with a dangerous underground network after an unexpected run-in with the FBI. The discussion mixes humor and satire to unravel the absurdities of extremist ideologies, while unconventional fundraising ideas bring a whimsical touch. Misguided criminal antics in 1980s Spokane showcase the chaos of petty crime. The speakers delve into the bizarre ties between extremism and life insurance, alongside criminal tactics that merge dark comedy with dysfunctional dynamics. A reflective take on law enforcement incompetence caps it all off.

Jun 18, 2025 • 11min
*PREVIEW* The Raid on IJmuden
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Jun 16, 2025 • 1h 29min
Episode 367 - The Order: Part 2
Dive into the comedic chaos of rival truck brands and the serious implications of far-right ideologies in the Pacific Northwest. Explore the life of Robert Matthews, uncovering the intersections of music, identity, and radical beliefs. A satirical take on race reveals the absurdities of the white nationalist movement, while bizarre advertisements add a quirky twist. From Scottish stereotypes to the influences of extremist literature, the hosts blend humor with critical insights, capturing America's complex cultural landscape.

Jun 11, 2025 • 11min
*PREVIEW* The Blue House Raid
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For this week's bonus, we're discussing the late-'60s insurgency in South Korea, back at a time when the DMZ was more of a concept than an actual barrier, and the North Korean military trained an elite commando unit to sneak across the border in 1968 with a mission to kill South Korean president Park Chung-Hee. They got... closer than you might think.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 1h 28min
Episode 366 - The Order: Part 1
Dive into the origins of The Order, an American Neo-Nazi group led by an unlikely character. Explore the surreal intersections of veterans and extremist rhetoric, revealing how personal experiences can lead to radical ideologies. Discover the bizarre beliefs of British Israelism and its connections to modern political movements. Delve into the complexities of post-war America, the rise of the John Birch Society, and the chilling paranoia of militant groups. Humor meets historical critique in this compelling exploration of extremism and identity.

Jun 4, 2025 • 11min
*PREVIEW* Lions Led By Robots 16: Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket
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Freed from the oppressive yoke of G Gundam, we venture into a different OVA series where Gundam is actually... good? We watched Mobile Suit Gundam 0080: War in the Pocket, a show about the horrors of war seen through the eyes of a child who, while not exactly bright or good at school, is somehow able to outsmart every single adult in this show. To include entire military organizations and spy agencies?