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The History of WWII Podcast

Ray Harris Jr
World War II
Moscow
Soviet Union
Operation Typhoon
Operation Barbarossa
Nazi Germany
Stalin
Stalin Line
Battle Of Smolensk
Timoshenko
Fedor Von Bock
Army Group South
German Army
Wounded Tiger
Hitler's Directive No. 35
Italian Campaign
Alfred: the Quiet History Of a WWII Infantryman
Doolittle Raid
Pearl Harbor
Vyazma

A biweekly history podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail. The History of WWII Podcast is produced and narrated by Ray Harris Jr. Ray has a degree in history from James Madison University. I’ve been obsessed with the events and people from WWII since I first learned of them. I’ve been waiting years for someone to do a podcast on WWII... more

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Gen. Patton is now a hero of the War Effort and the American people. But then his temper will limit his usefulness to the American cause.

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Gen. Patton will order a third amphibious end run, but by now Gen. Truscott’s 3rd division is traveling faster than ever. Meanwhile, being bold the Germans and Italians manage to evacuate most of their men from Sicily.

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Patton orders a second end run and Bernard’s men end up trapped atop a height. Soon they are running out of ammunition and their phone lines are cut.

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Bruce Henderson comes on to discuss the Bomber Crews that dropped secret agents and supplied to the French Resistance.

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Jack El-Hai
A journalist focusing on history, science, and medicine
Episode: Episode 591-Jack El-Hai Interview: The Nazi and the Psychiatrist
David Nasaw
Biographer, historian, and the Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr. Professor of History at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York
Episode: Episode 572-David Nasaw Interview: The Wounded Generation
Tim Bouverie
Author and historian, discussing his book 'Allies at War'
Episode: Episode 551-Interview w/ Tim Bouverie: Allies at War
Wessey Livesey
Host of The History of the Second World War Podcast
The History of the Second World War Podcast
Episode: Episode 540-Operation Citadel
Laurence Rees
British historian and documentary filmmaker.
Author of The Nazi Mind
Episode: Episode 539-Interview w/ Laurence Rees: The Nazi Mind
Becky Aikman
Author of 'Spitfires: The American Women Who Flew in the Face of Danger During WWII'
Episode: Ep 534-Becky Aikman Interview-Spitfires:The American Women Who Flew in the Face of Danger During WWII
Jonathan Horn
Author of 'The Fate of Generals' and former White House presidential writer
Episode: Ep 529-Interview w/Jonathan Horn: The Fate of the Generals
Betina Anton
News editor and journalist
Episode: Episode 496-Interview w/Betina Anton: Hiding Mengele: How a Nazi Network Harbored The Angel of Death
Tony Lupo
Co-host of The Warrior Next Door Podcast
The Warrior Next Door Podcast
Episode: Episode 494-Veteran's Voices-The Guys from The Warrior Next Door Podcast Return!

Host

Ray Harris Jr
Host of The History of WWII Podcast, with a history degree and a focus on thorough, sourced WW2 storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.7k ratings
  • Noooooo

    This is good for people who DONT like to get bored, maybe be a little funnier

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Baseball dude
    United Statesa month ago
  • The OG of WW2 podcasts

    Phenomenal host, well research and captivating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hugh harnett
    South Africa3 months ago
  • Good in depth recounting of wwii

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mattmaxon
    4 months ago
  • Love the lessons learned

    This is a great day by day review of WW2. Currently having problems with listening as I get messages that the episodes are temporarily unavailable.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KarenP25
    United States5 months ago
  • I've been a long time listening. For WW2 history buffs like me, this Podcast and Ray are first class!

    Audible
    5
    Eric R. Schuster
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, the feedback highlights meticulous research, strong narration, and a robust catalog of episodes for deep dives.
Many fans recommend starting from earlier episodes to understand the host's approach and build context over time.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of content and the quality of interviews and sourcing.
Episodes are deeply informative and offer a wide look at WWII history, appealing to serious history buffs.
The host is well-researched and captivating, with a strong storytelling voice that keeps listeners engaged.
The show is often praised for depth, though a few reviews note a heavy focus that may be dense for casual listeners.

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Episode 605-Bruce Henderson Book Interview-Midnight Flyboys
Q: What were the challenges faced by pilots flying these missions at low altitudes?
Bruce highlights the risks of flying below 600 feet and the necessity for exceptional navigational skills, emphasizing that pilots had to navigate in the dark and drop supplies accurately without prior visual cues.
Episode 605-Bruce Henderson Book Interview-Midnight Flyboys
Q: How successful was the operation in aiding the French resistance?
Bruce states that the operation was very successful, as about 10 million pounds of supplies were dropped, and Eisenhower noted that the French resistance's efforts were essential in shortening the war by six months.
Episode 605-Bruce Henderson Book Interview-Midnight Flyboys
Q: Can you give us a little bit of background about Operation Carpetbagger and its significance?
Bruce explains that Operation Carpetbagger was initiated in late 1943 to strengthen the French resistance before the Allied invasion. It involved U.S. Army Air Force squadrons, specifically B-24s, which were tasked with dropping supplies and agents into France.
Episode 591-Jack El-Hai Interview: The Nazi and the Psychiatrist
Q: So how do you think the book resonates more today in today's political climate than maybe back in 2013?
El-Hai explains that the extremism observed at Kelley's time was on the fringes but now is more central in the political environment, making the book's warnings much more relevant today.
Episode 572-David Nasaw Interview: The Wounded Generation
Q: How did the idea for this book come about?
It was gestating somewhere in the back of my head, influenced by my father's experiences after WWII and the stories of silence shared by many veterans.

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A deeply researched history podcast that focuses on World War II with a clear emphasis on narrative detail, military campaigns, and the people who shaped the era. Episodes typically dissect large campaigns (like Sicily and the Italian theater), strategic decisions, and the broader geopolitical context, often weaving in primary-source material and guest perspectives. The host's thorough, story-forward approach appeals to listeners who crave comprehensive, source-backed histories and nuanced character examinations; occasional critiques suggest the storytelling style can be intense or dense for casual history fans, but the depth is consistently praised. A standout aspect is the long-running catalog that allows listeners to explore WW2 era maps... more

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