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Wartime Stories

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World War II
Vietnam War
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Nazi Germany
Fort Campbell
World War I
Skinwalker
USS Indianapolis
War
Antarctica
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Civil War
Howard Unruh
Kentucky
Operation Highjump
Cannibalism
Navajo Culture
Guerrilla Warfare
American Civil War
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Every soldier has a story. Some, they try to forget. Others, they can’t stop thinking about – stories that no one else would believe happened. Something that terrified them. Something they cannot explain. Hosted by Marine Corp Reconnaissance veteran, Luke Lamana, this is Wartime Stories. A weekly podcast that is a mix of horror, mystery, and awe inspiring tales. Where the strange, dark & mysteriou... more

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In a remote training area in Croatia, soldiers on night patrol reported a sudden and complete failure of their equipment — radios, lights, and vehicles all going dark without warning. What followed was an encounter that none of them could explain.

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Recent Guests

John Ball
Navy SEAL veteran and storyteller, known as Mr. Ballin
Mr. Ballin / The Mr. Ballin channel
Episode: Strange Dark and Mysterious
John Murphy
A Coast Guardsman who encountered a mysterious experience in Bermuda.
Episode: Time Keeps on Slipping
Tom O'Neill
Journalist who investigated the Manson family murders and their connections to the CIA
Episode: REDACTED - "Charles Manson and the CIA (Part 1)"
Craig Jorgensen
Fellow war veteran and author
Episode: Soldier's Ghost
Nicholas Cox
Field archaeologist exploring the Solomon Islands
Episode: Solomon Islands Giants
Tripp Ainsworth
Author of Smokebutt Fairy Tales novels, former Marine
Episode: There is Something in the Barracks

Host

Luke Lamana
Host of Wartime Stories; narratives blend military history with horror, mystery, and folklore.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • Great show

    Thanks for taking the time to inform us with this interesting stories 🙌🏽❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ana2718
    United States9 days ago
  • Totally worth listening

    Thoroughly enjoy listening to these stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redshazza
    Australia12 days ago
  • Wartime?

    There is a noticeable amount of non military stories, take into account eg: the strange dark and mysterious. Stick to the theme man

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotYourGrandson
    Canada14 days ago
  • Awesome

    Some of the best content out there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flatlandguy
    Canada14 days ago
  • Love this channel

    “If” there was a complaint (which there is not) it would be I wish the episodes were longer and there was more of them.

    Luke, you found your calling and do a great job so please keep it up man you’re absolutely crushing it bra. Keep’m coming man!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buggersugar
    United States15 days ago

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Listeners want Luke back in full voice; AI narration is a turnoff for many.
Quality is high when Luke voices the stories; AI voice detracts from immersion.
Production and storytelling are praised, though AI usage divides fans.
Ad placements are a nuisance for some listeners, affecting immersion.

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Talking Points

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A War With Aliens
Q: So what are we to make of Chad's story?
Chad's story raises significant questions about the relationship between dreams and waking experiences and whether they're interconnected.
REDACTED - "Charles Manson and the CIA (Part 1)"
Q: How did the investigation into Manson's connections begin?
Tom O'Neill shares that he was approached to write an article for Premier Magazine, which eventually evolved into a much larger investigation spanning two decades.
There is Something in the Barracks
Q: Do you think, especially with the first one, because he did identify that as him being asleep, and that thing that he witnessed in his room?
Tripp acknowledges that he viewed the experience as either a dream or perhaps a vision, highlighting that the room felt identical to reality despite the oddity of the encounter.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wartime Stories

What is Wartime Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on war-era and conflict stories told through first-person recollections, archival research, and atmospheric narration that blends historical context with eerie and mythic elements. Episodes span topics from cursed machines and paranormal sightings to wartime folklore, medical atrocities, UFO lore, and survivals rooted in real events. The host guides listeners through meticulously researched tales that mix battlefield realism with uncanny phenomena, often highlighting cultural legends, psychological impacts of combat, and the human capacity for storytelling under stress. The series stands out for its cinematic narration, wide range of historical eras, and willingness to explore folklore and conspiracy alongside verified hist... more

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6. Tripp Ainsworth

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