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Wartime Stories

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Jungle Warfare
Vietnam War
Supernatural Encounters
Military Service
Unexplained Mysteries
Horror Stories
Reptilian Creatures
World War II
Quang Binh
Bigfoot
Afghanistan
Aswang
Kersey
Sondong Cave
Supernatural Experiences
Camp Dwyer
Military
Occult
Guadalcanal
Cahuenga Pass

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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During a field exercise in the jungles of the Philippines, a unit of artillerymen responded to a nearby village reporting livestock thefts and the disappearance of a newborn child. What they encountered in the forest that evening would become one of ... more

Across every branch of the military, crews depend on their machines for survival — aircraft, ships, and vehicles that become lifelines in combat. But sometimes, certain machines develop reputations that go far beyond normal mechanical trouble.

From ... more

During combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan, some soldiers reported encounters that didn’t fit any known threat, animal, or enemy tactic. Small humanoid figures seen at night. Unexplained movement around guard posts. Local interpreters refusing... more

In the skies over wartime Europe and the Pacific, Allied pilots began encountering something they couldn’t identify — glowing objects that followed their aircraft, evaded radar, and vanished without explanation. Was it a Nazi weapon? Or something fro... more

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Tom O'Neill
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Craig Jorgensen
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Nicholas Cox
Field archaeologist exploring the Solomon Islands
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Tripp Ainsworth
Author of Smokebutt Fairy Tales novels, former Marine
Episode: There is Something in the Barracks

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

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Absolutely Addictive

    I absolutely love, love this podcast. I wish there were more to listen to. Luke tells these stories with so much intrigue and depth that I am addicted to them. Thanking you for your amazing story telling talent and of course your service. Please keep these stories coming. Can’t wait for the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sniper_Mama
    Australia11 days ago
  • I’m not going to sleep and I love it

    This podcast makes my skin crawl and my teeth itch and I love it. It’s exactly what I signed up for. Also, Luke speaks so clearly, and also his voice is very soothing. Feel like a nice warm blanket out in a blizzard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hankotanko
    United States24 days ago
  • Always very enjoyable

    Wartime Stories is one of my absolute favourite podcasts! I look forward to every new episode! Thanks to Luke and all involved in the making of these episodes—they’re all excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    perfectway76
    Canada25 days ago
  • Great Quality

    The episodes are really good again. No AI voices just the real thing and the good storytelling. This podcast has been one of my favorites since I first discovered it two years ago. The war of the world’s episode is actually really good and interesting. I was so interested about the topic because of the way it was presented I picked the impact that the War of the Worlds book and radio play has on today’s life. This podcast is a must listen to and is an extremely good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghost253_4
    United Statesa month ago
  • It’s great

    Luke speaks so clear make more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asdfhdkrhti
    United Statesa month 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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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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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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