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History of the Second World War

Wesley Livesay
World War II
U-Boats
Kriegsmarine
Battle Of the Atlantic
Germany
Royal Navy
Norway
Admiral Graf Spee
SS Athenia
Gunther Prien
HMS Courageous
Anti-Submarine Warfare
France
British Royal Navy
Nazi Occupation
Poland
Narvik
Soviet Union
Battle Of the River Plate
Dunkirk

History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath.

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In this gripping episode, we explore the devastating German night bombing campaign known as the Blitz, which terrorized Britain from September 1940 to May 1941. While London bore the brunt of 57 consecutive nights of bombing that killed 40,000 people... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Bowsher
Author of Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945
Episode: Interview 42: Thunder Run: Meiktila 1945 with Jack Bowsher
Robert Lyman, MBE
Premier historian of the Burma campaign and biographer of Lieutenant General Bill Slim
Episode: Interview 38: The Forgotten War with Jack Bowsher
Jane Guilliford Lowes
Writer and historian, producer and co-host of a podcast called Never Mind the Dambusters
Episode: Interview 37: RAF Gardening Operations with Jane Guilliford Lowes
Jenny Grant
Editor of The Price of Victory, memoir of the commander of the First Polish Armored Division, General Stanisław Maczek
Episode: Interview 36: General Stanisław Maczek with Jenny Grant
Ted Barris
Author of Battle of Britain, Canadian Airmen in Their Finest Hour
Episode: Interview 34: Battle of Britain: Canadian Airmen in their Finest Hour with Ted Barris
Richard Evans
Renowned historian and author of 'Hitler's People, The Faces of the Third Reich'
Episode: Interview 31: Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich with Richard Evans
Matt White
Creative director at Expression Games and developer of Hell Let Loose
Expression Games
Episode: Interview 30: Hell Let Loose with Matt White of Expression Games
Charles de Gaulle
Colonel in command of the 4th Armored Division
French Army
Episode: 192: The Fall of France - To The Coast!

Host

Wesley
Host focused on presenting thorough analyses of World War II with detailed research and historical narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • WAS GOOD BEFORE WOKE

    Look this guy was great until he got all woke and talking about how fascism is a ‘bad’ thing. Who do you think beat the commies? Just like modern day with those DEMocRATS. TRUMP TRUMP TRUMP

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    EvanWagner42
    United States2 months ago
  • Why subscribe?

    More than enough commercials, why should I have to subscribe?

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    Gridley21
    United States3 months ago
  • Good show

    Really enjoying this show. Just finished the Spanish Civil War section, a conflict I was always curious about. A lot of depth which adds to my understanding of why events happened.

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    5
    Grump le Gruff
    United States4 months ago
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    LT🐠🐟🐬🐳🐡🐙🐚
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Job

    Concise and to the point.very well done.

    Apple Podcasts
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    The other Yank
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners commend the podcast for its thorough research and engaging storytelling, often highlighting the depth of coverage on World War II events.
There are mixed feelings regarding the presentation style, with some finding it scholarly and informative, while others feel it occasionally lacks enthusiasm.
Critics have noted issues with pacing and delivery, but overall the content is considered insightful and well-structured for history enthusiasts.
Feedback suggests a strong appreciation for the historical accuracy and unbiased approach presented in the episodes, enhancing its credibility.

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#110
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#87
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#134
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#87
Australia/History
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#193
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#45
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview 43: The Kwantung Army with Quin Cho
Q: So was there a leader or a set of leaders of the Kwantung Army during this period that was kind of driving these events?
The Kwantung Army was driven by the phenomenon of Gekokujo, which led to independent actions by officer factions, particularly during the late 1920s leading into the Mukden incident.
Interview 41: Motorization with Bruce Gudmundsson
Q: What is something that keeps you interested in history after all your years of studying and writing about it?
There's always something new in history; the things you think you know turn out to be more nuanced.
Interview 38: The Forgotten War with Jack Bowsher
Q: What is happening with armor during the Burma campaign?
The role of armor is relatively small, with only a few brigades, but there were important tank engagements that changed the course of specific battles.
Interview 38: The Forgotten War with Jack Bowsher
Q: What made you decide to start a podcast?
The idea came from realizing that while other podcasts touch on elements of the Burma campaign, many key aspects and the complex narrative were missing.
Interview 37: RAF Gardening Operations with Jane Guilliford Lowes
Q: What did these gardening operations look like at the beginning of the war?
Initially, Bomber Command was small and not very effective, often only laying a single mine with inefficient operations.

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Focused on World War II, this weekly podcast explores the expansive narrative surrounding one of the most significant events in modern history. Beginning with the aftermath of the First World War, the content transitions through the complex geopolitical tensions of the 1930s, into the myriad battles and strategies of the war years, and progresses to the multifaceted post-war consequences. The episodes feature meticulous research and detailed discussions about specific battles, military tactics, political decisions, as well as personal narratives from individuals affected by the conflict. Unique aspects include interviews with experts in military history and thematic analyses that provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of World... more

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2. Robert Lyman, MBE
3. Jane Guilliford Lowes
4. Jenny Grant
5. Ted Barris
6. Richard Evans
7. Matt White
8. Charles de Gaulle

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