WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk

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**WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk**

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.
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Latest Episodes:

Battle of Britain at the Chelsea Flower Show May 24, 2022

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Al Murray and James Holland visit award winning gardener and sculptor John Everiss at The RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

John's newest garden features a 12ft memorial to Battle of Britain pilots.

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Submarines in Malta May 19, 2022

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In the first of a two part special, James Holland walks the ground in Malta - following the journey of British submarine HMS URGE.

A Goalhanger Films Production

Produced by Joey McCarthy

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspod@gmail.com

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Machine Guns, Crete and the End of the War May 17, 2022

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Al Murray and James Holland talk about the effectiveness of machine gun fire throughout the 20th century and the battle for Crete.

The boys also discuss the fantastic new book by friend of the show Peter Caddick-Adams about the final days of the Second World War.

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Public Enemies May 12, 2022

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The internment of German, Italian and Austrian civilians on the Isle of Man was one of the most controversial decisions taken in wartime Britain. Al Murray and James Holland are joined by writer Simon Parkin to discuss the events which inspired his new book, The Island of Extraordinary Captives.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Harry Lineker

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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Shooting Shadows May 10, 2022

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Al Murray and James Holland explore a vivid and heartbreaking article by Paul Fussell about his career in the 7th Army (My War: How I found irony in the infantry) and how it influenced declinist thought in historians.

They also talk about the lack of bullets that would actually hit enemy troops during battle.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Joey McCarthy

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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HMS Belfast Part Two May 05, 2022

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Al Murray and James Holland continue their tour of HMS Belfast with Nigel Steele and Robert Rumble. In this episode they visit the engine and boiler room.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Vasco Andrade

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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Spies, Germans and Invading Malta May 02, 2022

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Eighty years after Mussolini and Hitler discussed a plan to invade Malta, Al and James debate the chances of its success. Also, Al describes Neville Chamberlain’s unorthodox domestic espionage and James reports from a remarkable trip to Dresden.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Harry Lineker

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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HMS Belfast: Part One Apr 28, 2022

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Floating on the River Thames, the single most important surviving British Navy vessel from the Second World War, HMS Belfast is enjoying her retirement. Nigel Steele gives Al Murray and James Holland a rundown of her illustrious continent-spanning career.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Vasco Andrade

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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Naval War Diaries Apr 26, 2022

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Al and James are joined by the Head of the Naval Historical Branch Steve Prince to discuss the Naval War Diaries.

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A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Harry Lineker

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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Walking With Destiny: Andrew Roberts on Winston Churchill Apr 21, 2022

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Al Murray and James Holland are joined by legendary historian and Churchill biographer Andrew Roberts.

A Goalhanger Films production

Produced by Harry Lineker

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Twitter: #WeHaveWays @WeHaveWaysPod

Website: www.wehavewayspod.com

Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com

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