WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk

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USA: Hürtgen - The Forest of Death (Part 1) Oct 31, 2024

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We Have Ways USA is back, and John McManus is leading Al and James through the dense and rugged forests of the German-Belgian border and one of the longest land battles of the European campaign.

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SAS in France '44: The Pursuit of Chaos (Part 3) Oct 29, 2024

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Join Al Murray and James Holland as they dive deep into the thrilling final chapter of their series on SAS operations in France during 1944.

How did these elite troops cut off retreating Panzers, sabotage fuel supplies, and work with local resistance? Discover the fast-paced, high-risk missions that showcased the SAS's agility, courage, and growing confidence in disrupting the enemy.

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SAS in France '44: Operation TITANIC (Part 2) Oct 24, 2024

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In this second installment of our special series, Al Murray and James Holland team up with Tom Petch to dive into the daring missions of the Special Air Service (SAS) in France during World War 2.

From Operation Titanic's deception to fierce firefights in Brittany, the SAS pushed deep behind enemy lines to disrupt German forces and aid the Resistance. What were the real risks of these secretive operations? And how did the SAS manage to turn the tide in key moments? Join us as we explore the bravery, tactics, and chaos of the SAS's most daring missions.

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SAS in France '44: Behind Enemy Lines (Part 1) Oct 22, 2024

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Join hosts Al Murray and James Holland as they dive into the captivating history of the SAS in France during World War 2.

In this first episode of a three-part series with special guest Tom Petch - they explore the origins and operations of Britain’s elite Special Air Service. They examine the SAS’s role in the Overlord campaign and beyond, shedding light on the guerilla warfare that shaped military strategies in 1944.

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Heritage Hero: Richard Grace Oct 19, 2024

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We Have Ways of Making You Talk mourns the tragic death of pilot and WW2 Warbird restoration legend Richard Grace after a battle with cancer at the age of 40.

As a part of our tribute to our friend, we have re-released an interview with Richard from our archives.

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Britain's Nazi Invasion: The Haunted Underground Hospital (Part 3) Oct 17, 2024

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In a dramatic finale to our Guernsey series, Al Murray and James Holland tour the most bizarre Nazi relic on the island - the Underground Hospital.

This concrete complex of tunnels, ammunition stores and sick bays has laid dormant for 80 years - having hardly ever been used by the Third Reich.

Is this 'haunted' hospital the ultimate testament to Hitler's madness?

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Britain's Nazi Invasion: The Concrete Fortress (Part 2) Oct 15, 2024

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During the German occupation of the Channel Islands, a series of mammoth concrete defences were built as a part of the Atlantic Wall.

Al Murray and James Holland are joined by Steve Powell of 'Festung Guernsey' to tour around Battery Mirus, an enormous gun placement.

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Britain's Nazi Invasion: The Germans Are Coming (Part 1) Oct 10, 2024

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Al Murray and James Holland investigate the incredible untold story of the Nazi invasion of the Channel Isles.

Why did Whitehall declare the Channel Islands a demilitarised zone, how were locals treated - and was it even worth it?

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WW2 Dinner Parties, Oil Spills and The One Show Oct 08, 2024

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If you could throw a dream WW2 dinner party, who would you invite - and would Lee Miller hold off the booze?

Al Murray and James Holland answer your questions - including Operation Jericho, environmental disasters and whether Al has carved himself a 'weird niche' by doing this podcast.

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Market Garden 80: What If? (Part 8) Oct 03, 2024

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In our final episode of our epic series, Al and James take a moment to reflect on the battle and ask what could have been done for Operation Market Garden to succeed.

Join us as we explore the triumphs and tragedies of one of World War 2's most famous battles, immortalised in the 1977 epic 'A Bridge Too Far' - Operation Market Garden.

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