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Minisode to The Great Escape Oct 01, 2018

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Following our discussion of "The Great Escape," hear from veteran Malcolm Higgins (pictured) as he describes how his family learned that he was a POW in Stalag Luft III. Additionally, listen to Colonel Robert Ingraham, who helped dig the tunnels later made famous by the film, reveal how he became part of the breakout team.

The Great Escape Sep 24, 2018

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This week we look at the often-imitated Steve McQueen hit "The Great Escape." It's certainly drenched in cool, but how accurate is it? Our panelists discuss what life was really like in Stalag Luft III.

Minisode to Fury Sep 03, 2018

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Following our discussion of the 2014 Brad Pitt vehicle "Fury," tanker John Rogers (pictured) describes attacking Tiger tanks in Normandy. As a bonus, listen to veteran Robert Christie's poem "The Hunter," which describes the existential guilt of fighting a defeated but dangerous enemy during the closing days of war.

Fury Aug 27, 2018

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For this week's episode, our panel takes on the Brad Pitt vehicle "Fury." We will be discussing director David Ayer's graphic depiction of the 2nd Armored Division during the closing days of World War II in Europe.

Minisode to Midway Aug 20, 2018

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Following our conversation about "Midway," hear veterans Don Hoff (pictured) and Dusty Kleiss retell what it was like to fly in the Battle of Midway.

Midway Aug 13, 2018

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This week the panel takes aim at 1976's "Midway," co-starring Charlton Heston, Henry Fonda, and Hal Holbrook—as well as recycled footage from several previous (and much better) WWII films.

Minisode to Schindler's List Aug 07, 2018

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Following our discussion of "Schindler's List," hear survivor Luna Kaufman speak of the horrors she endured as a child in Płaszów concentration camp.

Schindler's List Jul 30, 2018

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This week our experts look at the masterpiece, Schindler's List. Exploring the relationship between businessman Oskar Schindler and SS officer Amon Göth – how two men of similar circumstance, chose such vastly different paths.

Minisode to Saving Private Ryan Jul 23, 2018

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Following our review of Saving Private Ryan, hear from veterans Dr. Hal Baumgarten and Harley Reynolds, who saw firsthand the chaos and carnage of D-Day.

Saving Private Ryan Jul 16, 2018

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Celebrated WWII epic "Saving Private Ryan" turns 20 this summer. It remains one of the most famous depictions of World War II to date. Is it true to history? We sought to answer that question on this week's episode.

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