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The Warrior Next Door Podcast

Tony Lupo, Ryan Fairfield
World War II
Pearl Harbor
D-Day
Vietnam War
Nazi Germany
Concentration Camps
Oral Histories
Veterans
USS Nevada
Dutch Resistance
Medal Of Honor
Filips Douma
Battle Of Ramadi
Marta Warner
Hitler
Marine Corps
Space Exploration
Monte Cassino
Anzio
USS New Orleans

We explore the oral histories of World War II veterans from interviews conducted by your hosts Tony Lupo and Ryan Fairfield.

We play selected clips from these veteran interviews to explore their experiences in their own words with the hosts providing compelling commentary and historical context. Be ready to get some mud on your boots!

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As one of 11 remaining Pearl Harbor Survivors, Earl "Chuck" Kohler was honored at the PBS Annual Memorial Day event held on May 24th, 2026. 

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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Col. Glenn Crum series. In this episode Col. Crum takes us to England and describes his experiences as a fighter pilot escorting B-17's from Nov 1944 - May 1945.

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Recent Guests

Chuck Kohler
Pearl Harbor survivor, Navy metal fabricator
Pearl Harbor survivor
Episode: Pearl Harbor Veteran - Earl "Chuck" Kohler - Sneak Peek Episode
Col. Glenn Crum
Colonel, USAF (retired); WWII P-51 fighter pilot with the 356th Fighter Group
U.S. Air Force (retired)
Episode: Col. Glenn Crum: P-51 Fighter Pilot, 356th Fighter Group, WWII - Episode 2 of 2
Glenn Crum
WWII P-51 fighter pilot, Col. (retired)
U.S. Air Force
Episode: Col. Glenn Crum: P-51 Fighter Pilot, 356th Fighter Group, WWII - Episode 1 of 2
Frank DeCicco Jr
B-17 Waist Gunner, 303rd Bomb Group, WW2
World War II Veteran
Episode: Frank DeCicco Jr: B-17 Waist Gunner, 303rd Bomb Group, WW2 - Episode 3 of 3
Frank DeCicco Jr.
World War II B-17 Waist Gunner, 303rd Bomb Group
U.S. Army Air Forces
Episode: Frank DeCicco Jr: B-17 Waist Gunner, 303rd Bomb Group, WW2 - Episode 2 of 3
Frank DeCicco
B-17 waist gunner, 303rd Bomb Group
United States Army Air Forces / World War II veteran
Episode: Frank DeCicco Jr: B-17 Waist Gunner, 303rd Bomb Group, WW2 - Episode 1 of 3
Cory Graff
Curator at the National WW2 Museum in New Orleans
National World War II Museum
Episode: Air Raid Edition with Cory Graff, curator of The National Museum of WW2 in New Orleans!
Ray Harris Jr.
Host of The History of WW2 Podcast
The History of WW2 Podcast
Episode: Part 2: The Top Five Nazi Blunders with Ray Harris Jr of The History of WW2 Podcast!
John Solis
US Navy seaman who served aboard a Fletcher-class destroyer in WWII
US Navy
Episode: John "Benny" Solis - Episode 2 Seaman First Class USS Laws DD-558 WWII

Hosts

Ryan Fairfield
Co-host of the show; focuses on guiding conversations and adding historical context.
Tony Lupo
Co-host and host; co-leads interviews and provides narrative framing.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 172 ratings
  • Excellent

    I can’t think of a more important thing to do than to record and preserve the memories of these interviewees. Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay Pugh
    Canada6 months ago
  • Amazing Show!!!

    Love the show! The content, history, and personality aspects are all perfect!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marysue.71
    United States6 months ago
  • Amazing Show

    I love your podcast! You have brought light to the history of WWII for those who have no clue! There is what was learned in school with a limited scope to the detailed “I was there” history. When I go on my WWII history tours, I ask the historians as well as fellow participants if they have ever listened to your show, not one person has. I was surprised about this, and tell them it is a must! I sure hope that they have since given it a listen! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gds194
    United States8 months ago
  • Episode 49 blank

    Thanks guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ASKWyo
    United States9 months ago
  • Love the format

    I really like this format from Tony and Ryan, where they play a clip or two from an interview from a veteran and then discuss the clip. It is really great to hear directly from the people who were there and learn the minutiae about something like how bombs are loaded on a B17 or how a former POW was treated when he finally got back to the states. The interviews by themselves are often hard to follow so without the extra commentary I would not get nearly as much out of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kpeinthoven
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Fans appreciate the historical context and emotional resonance of the guests' experiences.
The show is seen as a valuable archive that brings WWII memories to life.
Listeners praise the in-depth veterans' stories and the authentic voice of the interviewees.
Some feedback calls for fewer host interruptions and more uninterrupted veteran interviews.
The format of mixing clips with hosts' commentary is highly engaging and informative.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Col. Glenn Crum: P-51 Fighter Pilot, 356th Fighter Group, WWII - Episode 1 of 2
Q: What training and aircraft transitions did Crum discuss, and how did those shift his combat role?
Crum recaps enlistment in 1942, training across multiple bases, and the transition from P-47 to P-51, highlighting how aircraft capabilities influenced mission focus and tempo.
Col. Glenn Crum: P-51 Fighter Pilot, 356th Fighter Group, WWII - Episode 1 of 2
Q: How did you approach Crum for the interview, and how did the connection to Palmyra influence the conversation?
The interviewer describes using a local American Legion list to identify veterans, reaching out, and eventually meeting Crum, with the Palmyra connection adding a personal, neighborhood dimension to the dialogue.
B-17 Crash Recovery Researcher Patrick Murphy Ep 3/3
Q: So what's a typical day for you? What sort of projects do you have ongoing? What sort of things are you doing on a day-to-day basis?
Patrick Murphy describes ongoing projects like geophysics surveys, field documentation, and planning for miniature exhibits, while pursuing permits, coordinating with local authorities, and engaging with donors and volunteers to expand his museum-like displays.
B-17 Crash Recovery Researcher Patrick Murphy Ep 1/3
Q: Could you basically just let our audience know what the DPAA is and what their role is in all of this?
The DPAA is responsible for recovering missing American personnel from conflicts, conducting archaeological digs, and working with local governments to coordinate these efforts.
B-17 Crash Recovery Researcher Patrick Murphy Ep 1/3
Q: What was your interest in even going in this space to begin with?
Murphy's interest stemmed from his military background and a long-standing passion for history, specifically World War II, alongside his desire to make a tangible impact.

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The show centers on telling World War II veteran stories through carefully selected interview clips, with hosts adding historical context and commentary to illuminate the veterans' experiences in their own words. The format often blends firsthand recollections with expert insights, creating a vivid, boots-on-the-ground view of history that can feel intimate and immersive. Noteworthy is the emphasis on preserving memory through archival storytelling, and the recurring focus on personal narratives—ranging from battlefield experiences to family histories—that makes complex events more relatable for listeners who love history, military archives, and survivor perspectives.

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Recent guests on The Warrior Next Door Podcast include:

1. Chuck Kohler
2. Col. Glenn Crum
3. Glenn Crum
4. Frank DeCicco Jr
5. Frank DeCicco Jr.
6. Frank DeCicco
7. Cory Graff
8. Ray Harris Jr.

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