Tales from the Battlefields
Terry WhenhamPodcast telling the unheard stories of men who served on the Western Front during World War 1. Listen to the stories of soldiers told by Terry Whenham, battlefield guide and researcher. I have been researching these stories for over 20 years and can now share incredible experiences of ordinary men and women. Who were these soldiers? How did they die? What is their legacy? How do we remember them?
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 154 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||
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In this episode we talk to RAF veteran and writer John Nichol about his book “The Unknown Warrior”. After the hardback version of the book sold so well it has now been published in paperback. We discuss how remembrance has changed over the last 105 y... more
In this episode we look at the struggles of the soldiers who suffered from shell shock. Probably over 250,000 men suffered from ‘shell shock’ as result of the First World War. At the time it was believed to result from a physical injury to the nervou... more
In this special episode we join The Army Benevolent Fund’s “Frontline Walk” from the Somme to Ypres, via Vimy Ridge. As we follow the fundraisers’ we visit a vast German Cemetery near Arras and hear from a walker whose relative is buried along the ro... more
In this episode we continue the story of 6th Battalion of the Northamptonshire Regiment as they spend their first few months on the “quiet sector” of the Somme in 1915. We discover who their first casualty was and how the soldiers suffered with the m... more
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- Wonderful and emotive podcast
I have been catching up on all of the episodes since finding this podcast as few months ago and love the way Terry mixes the history with the untold personal stories. It is clear that this means so much to a man who devotes so much time and effort to the memory of these people and I really commend that this podcast focuses more on the individual story than the mass matter of fact.
I know how hard doing interviews is, especially online, but would encourage trying not to talk over guests or fin... more
Apple Podcasts4Oldbeforehistime
United Kingdom4 months ago - Great PodCast
It’s not about the history, it’s about the stories! And this is what Terry brings. Greets from a volunteer at the Last Post, CWGC…..
Apple Podcasts5Utah147
Belgium5 months ago - Bringing History Alive
This is an excellent series of podcasts. They are clearly very well researched and Terry brings the episodes alive with personal stories about specific individuals as well as general details about the units and the battles.
It’s the personal stories which make them special for me and the empathic way they are delivered really makes you think about the impact of the Great War on individuals and families.
My only gripe about this podcast is that it’s costing me a fortune in books. Terry, pleas... more
Apple Podcasts5Dubai DwellerUnited Kingdom5 months ago - Excellent detail
This podcast is a well researched and informative addition to the material about the First World War.
Told with a sympathetic ear to the privations and sheer guts of the ordinary soldier.
Eager to hear more and keep up the good work.
Apple Podcasts5Old LovatUnited Kingdom8 months ago - The Best Podcast Regarding War and its impact on All
Thorough, compassionate and a gift to all.
Apple Podcasts5leatherneck7476
United States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #218 | United Kingdom/History |
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This podcast focuses on sharing the often-overlooked personal stories of individuals who served on the Western Front during World War I. Through narratives that combine detailed historical research with emotional accounts, listeners gain insight into the lives, sacrifices, and legacies of ordinary soldiers. Each episode emphasizes personal connections to historical events, highlighting themes of remembrance and the emotional impact of war on those who lived it and their families. The unique approach of integrating personal anecdotes from the host, who has spent over 20 years researching these stories, sets this podcast apart as both educational and deeply moving.
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1. The Old Front Line
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Tales from the Battlefields launched 4 years ago and published 154 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Alix Hale
2. Nigel Atter
3. Stephen Benson
4. Richard Clement
5. Ray Williams
6. David Murphy
7. Leen Van Meerbeek
8. Will Tower
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