WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk — Análisis de anuncios del podcast
11 episodios analizados
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5.6 anuncios/episodio
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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 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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PodSkip has analyzed 11 episodes of WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk, averaging 5.6 ads per episode (7% of runtime).

The Road To Kiev: Trouble At The Top (Part 1)
Oct 14, 2026
Why did Stalin sack Zhukov for warning that Kiev might have to be given up? How did Hitler talk Guderian into turning his panzers south, hours after he'd called the plan impossible? Why were German…
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What We Get Wrong About WW2
Oct 12, 2026
Is the film Pressure accurate? Was Matthew Ridgeway a good general? And, how did WW2 shape the early leadership of NATO?
In this special episode, recorded live at We Have Ways Festival 2026, Jim…
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A Polish Odyssey
Oct 07, 2026
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Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Town (Part 4)
Oct 05, 2026
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…
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Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Gully (Part 3)
Sep 30, 2026
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?
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Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: Death On The Moro (Part 2)
Sep 28, 2026
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?
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Stalingrad Of The Adriatic: The Sangro (Part 1)
Sep 23, 2026
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…
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Beneath The Coventry Blitz
Sep 21, 2026
As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series.
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The Most Important Date Of The Second World War
Sep 16, 2026
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?
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One Man's War: Fighting Through Italy (Part 4)
Sep 14, 2026
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…
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Introducing: Bear Hunt
Sep 10, 2026
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…
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One Man's War: Rommel & Gazala (Part 3)
Sep 09, 2026
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?
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One Man's War: Operation Compass (Part 2)
Sep 07, 2026
Why was Operation Compass such a success for Allied forces in North Africa? When was Operation Compass? How did Sam Bradshaw and his friends survive in the early desert war?
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One Man's War: Deserted In The Desert (Part 1)
Sep 02, 2026
Why did young British men like Sam Bradshaw end up fighting overseas in North Africa? When was the situation in North Africa at the start of The Second World War? How did Allied forces do against…
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British Band Of Brothers: Disaster At Berjou (Part 8)
Aug 31, 2026
What were American forces doing during the Battle of Normandy? How did the Sherwood Rangers deal with SS units? What high jinks did the men get up to on leave?
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British Band Of Brothers: Battle Of Bloody Ridge (Part 7)
Aug 26, 2026
How did the Sherwood Rangers defeat Nazi Jagdpanthers? What was Hitler's Operation Luttich? And, were the men affected by the casualties they witnessed?
Join Jim and Al for part 7, as they follow…
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British Band Of Brothers: Operation Bluecoat (Part 6)
Aug 24, 2026
What was the Battle of Hottot? Who is Stan Perry? Why was Operation Bluecoat planned?
Join Jim and Al for Part 6, as they follow the trail of the Sherwood Rangers, Britain’s own ‘Band Of…
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British Band Of Brothers: Back In Action (Part 5)
Aug 19, 2026
How did the Sherwood Rangers recuperate after D-Day? Why were the Germans struggling in Normandy? What were the physical and mental demands on tank commanders?
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Before The Storm: Midnight Approaches (Part 4)
Aug 17, 2026
What were Britain's 'shadow factories'? Why did the allies plan to intervene in the Finno-Soviet Winter War? How did Germany hope to meet it's desperate need for resources?
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Before The Storm: The Nazi Myth (Part 3)
Aug 12, 2026
Why does the fantasy of Nazi economic success still remain prominent? What did Mussolini and Ciano think about joining the war? How did Britain rapidly become self-sufficient in food?
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Before The Storm: Drumbeat Of War (Part 2)
Aug 10, 2026
What was the state of the French Army in 1939 ? Why was Belgium so against Britain and France reinforcing defences there? How did the press cover the beginning of the war?
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Before The Storm: The Phoney War Begins (Part 1)
Aug 05, 2026
What is the truth behind the Nazi myth of German technological superiority? Why were German generals planning to kill Hitler? How well was Britain prepared for war in 1939?
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Operation Barbarossa: Winning To Death (Part 8)
Aug 03, 2026
What was so important about The Smolensk Pocket? Why did Guderian try overambitious battle plans despite a lack of adequate resources? How did Hitler and Halder disagree on the plans around capturing…
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Operation Barbarossa: One Man's War (Part 7)
Jul 29, 2026
How were young men like Wilhelm Prüller radicalised by Nazi propaganda and ideology? What did troops think of the invasion of the USSR? When did the soldiers think the campaign would be over, and…
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Operation Barbarossa: The Surge (Part 6)
Jul 27, 2026
What happened to Russian resistance once German units reached the Dneiper river? Why were units like Panzer Group Guderian suffering from success? How did Nazi Germany deal with Soviet partisans and…
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Operation Barbarossa: Barbarossa Unleashed (Part 5)
Jul 22, 2026
Why did Nazi Germany invade the Soviet Union in June 1941? What were the 3 main army groups and their objectives once they advanced Russian territory? How did Stalin react to news that Hitler had…
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1000th Episode Special
Jul 20, 2026
Why did James Holland and Al Murray start a WW2 Podcast? How did bats build a media empire? What are some of the most memorable bits of WW2 Pod: We Have Ways Of Making You Talk?
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WW2 & The World Cup
Jul 15, 2026
As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series.
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North African Odyssey: To Hell And Back (Part 3)
Jul 13, 2026
How did the men of 2 Para make it to British lines? What did axis troops do to captured paratroopers? And, did the disaster at Oudna spell the end for paratroop operations?
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Antony Beevor: Downfall In Berlin
Jul 09, 2026
Was The Battle of The Bulge a delay in the fall of Nazi Germany? Why did Western Allies like Eisenhower not race to capture Berlin? How did Soviet generals waste their own forces in order to conquer…
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