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Wartime Stories

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

From Ballen Studios, and 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 ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes75Foundeda year ago
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Latest Episodes

In the age of enlightenment, the disciplined Austrian army brought order and science to its newly acquired territories. Yet in the rugged mountains of Serbia, they stumbled upon a darkness that defied all logic – a plague of undeath that forced harde... more

The Winter War was a brutal struggle against a determined human enemy and the unforgiving cold, dangers the Red Army knew and understood. Yet on a desolate mountain plateau, where strange stone idols stand guard and the trees twist in agony, a Soviet... more

For a soldier on guard duty, the mind can wander, but the senses must remain sharp for any sign of the enemy. Imagine the chilling confusion, then, when the figure that emerges from the darkness is not a Viet Cong fighter, but the impossible specter ... more

The rules of engagement are clear when facing another army, but they are useless against a more primal foe. From the African plains to the mangrove swamps of Burma, soldiers discovered that the greatest danger wasn't the enemy in the opposite trench,... more

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Recent Guests

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 and creator, sharing personal military experiences through horror and mystery storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Amazing show

    However I pay for the ad-free subscription and I’m still getting ads. Absolutely ruins the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    This name isn’t taken.
    United States23 days ago
  • Americas greatest Ally

    The program should do a special on the USS Liberty on how the Israel’s attacked a U.S. war ship !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    umustbekrazy
    United Statesa month ago
  • I really don't like being told things, I like Stories not Political Opinions and they're hidden here, they think they're so smart.

    Btw "viewers" he said he has about this an audio podcast . Stay sharp genius..

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Paul_Nevada
    2 months ago
  • Adds ruined it

    Awesome stories but Putting 1 minute adds every 5 minutes is crazy. I can’t enjoy this if I constantly have to pick up my phone to skip back into the story. Ill have to find my stories elsewhere I guess

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    rickytan theman
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing show!

    I haven’t binged a show this hard for a while now. The stories told are amazingly told capture the imagination and my attention (ADHD club here).

    Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Real Brogan
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate the combination of military history and supernatural elements, often highlighting the storytelling quality as a strong point.
There is noticeable discontent regarding the use of AI voice narrations, with many preferring the host's natural voice for authenticity and emotional connection.
Overall, the production quality and well-researched historical content have been praised, although concerns over recent changes in narration style have been voiced.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#147
United States/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#164
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#211
Australia/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#116
South Africa/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#160
Denmark/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#177
Ireland/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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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This podcast features compelling narratives that intertwine military experiences with elements of horror and mystery, capturing the extraordinary tales that soldiers have encountered in the line of duty. By sharing profound and often chilling stories that blend the eerie with the personal, the episodes reveal uncanny encounters that challenge the limits of belief and understanding. The unique perspective of true veterans' viewpoints combined with dramatic storytelling creates a gripping experience for listeners, who are invited to explore the darker sides of military history and the incomprehensible situations soldiers find themselves in, making the content both captivating and thought-provoking.

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Wartime Stories launched a year ago and published 75 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. John Murphy
2. Tom O'Neill
3. Craig Jorgensen
4. Nicholas Cox
5. Tripp Ainsworth

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