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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 everythin…

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A Polish Odyssey
2026-10-07 · 24 min
As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series. This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both ...
Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Town (Part 4)
2026-10-05 · 43 min
How did the men of the Canadian Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment experience the fighting for Ortona? What was Christmas 1943 like for men on the frontline? Were Commonwealth and British forces fina...
Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Gully (Part 3)
2026-09-30 · 60 min
What was the reaction of Nazi leadership to Allied attacks at Ortona? Why did Germans always counter-attack? When did Kesselring take full control of German forces in Italy? Join James Holland and ...
Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: Death On The Moro (Part 2)
2026-09-28 · 54 min
What does Harry Wilson’s diary tell us about the fight for Ortona? Why was the Italian Campaign ‘not for the faint hearted’? How did German troops experience the battle for the River Moro? Join Jam...
Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Sangro (Part 1)
2026-09-23 · 53 min
How did the fight for Ortona become known as the 'Stalingrad Of The Adriatic’? What was the role of Commonwealth and British Empire troops in the Italian Campaign? And, why was crossing the River Sang...
Beneath The Coventry Blitz
2026-09-21 · 27 min
As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series. This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both ...
The Most Important Date Of The Second World War
2026-09-16 · 46 min
Why was September 17th the most important date in WW2? What was the significance of the Anglo-Soviet invasion of Iran? How did British tank procurement change during and after the war? Join Jim and...
One Man's War: Fighting Through Italy (Part 4)
2026-09-14 · 41 min
What happened to Sam to get sent home from Italy? When did Sam's war end? How did Sam feel when he went home and saw his family? Join Jim and Al for part 4 of a new series focussing on one man's wa...
Introducing: Bear Hunt
2026-09-10 · 11 min
350 British civilians are dead and Russia is responsible. Number 10 hits back as a hapless Prime Minister plays his hand in the age of regime decapitation.Bear Hunt is a technically rigorous action dr...
One Man's War: Rommel & Gazala (Part 3)
2026-09-09 · 42 min
How did Rommel reverse Allied fortunes in North Africa? What was the importance of The Gazala Line in WW2? When was The First Battle Of Alamein? Join Jim and Al for part 3 of a new series focussing...

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