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World War II On Topic

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World War II
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WWII
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Holocaust
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The Six Triple Eight
Anne Frank

Welcome to a new podcast series where we revisit some of our most riveting and educational discussions on World War II.

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World War II was fought on battlefields all over the globe. But it was also fought in the shadows—in covert operations that didn’t make the headlines, both at home and overseas.

The National WWII Museum presents Secret WWII: Spies & Special Ops, a ... more

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Bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize finalist Garrett M. Graff, author of The Devil Reached Toward the Sky: An Oral History of the Making and Unleashing of the Atomic Bomb, explores one of humanity’s most daring ventures—the race by scientists and e... more

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Join us in conversation with Museum Samuel Zemurray Stone Senior Historian John Curatola, PhD, author of Armies Afloat: How the Development of Amphibious Operations in Europe Helped Win World War II, which explores the US Army’s journey in mastering ... more

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The National WWII Museum presents 1945, a six-part podcast series hosted by New York Times best-selling author Donald Miller and Playtone producer Kirk Saduski.

Tune-in as we tell the story of the most consequential year in modern history, and expl... more

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Recent Guests

Garrett M. Graff
Author and historian exploring American history in his writings
Episode: Meet the Author: 'The Devil Reached Toward the Sky'
David Barnouw
Independent scholar and emeritus researcher; author of 'The Phenomenon of Anne Frank'
Dutch Institute for War, Holocaust and Genocide Studies
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Rame Davis
A veteran of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
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Rona Simmons
Author of 'No Average Day: The 24 Hours of October 24, 1944'
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Disappointing

    Updated review: I tried to give this another shot when the Oppenheimer episodes posted, but it’s unfortunately not very good. I found myself tuning out whenever Professor Curtola was talking and finally just unsubscribed.

    I was a huge fan of the WWII Museum’s podcast about Harry S. Truman, To The Best of My Ability, and so I was excited when I saw they had a new series finally, but this is nothing like that one. That one was documentary style and always had me on the edge of my seat but this is... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    RosieRB1986
    United States2 years ago
  • I don't live close to the museum, but love they give you access to their events remotely. These all tend to be led by experts who keep the topics on track, filling in background info when needed. A rare chance to hear from authors and 1st hand participants.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this series

    I don't live close to the museum, but love they give you access to their events remotely. These all tend to be led by experts who keep the topics on track, filling in background info when needed. A rare chance to hear from authors and 1st hand participants.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States2 years ago
  • Great content and insightful

    The podcasts I have had the chance to listen to have been informative and insightful. Great topics and subject matter experts. It has become a must listen to podcast for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BoilermakerDave
    United States3 years ago
  • Great WWIIi sights!

    Everything the WWII museum does is first class and these podcasts are no exception. I love that they dig deeper and have different lenses on events and people vs your run of the mill historical review. Bravo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa Zak
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth exploration of World War II events and themes, often finding the discussions informative and educational.
The podcast features a variety of expert guests, which some listeners find very engaging.
Occasionally, feedback highlights a desire for a more narrative-driven or documentary style of storytelling rather than purely academic discussions.

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'Armies Afloat' with Author John Curatola
Q: How much initiative must commanders take during operations?
Curatola emphasized that American commanders often exercise a significant amount of initiative in the absence of orders, reflecting the military's culture of pushing responsibility down to lower ranks.
'Armies Afloat' with Author John Curatola
Q: Did any other countries build landing craft?
Yes, the British built a whole fleet of landing craft, with the LST being a British innovation, but the U.S. constructed the majority of them.
'Armies Afloat' with Author John Curatola
Q: How effective was the fire in keeping the heads down on the beach?
John explained that the use of LCTs equipped with rockets was effective for suppressing enemy fire and allowing troops to disembark, although coordination of this fire was crucial to avoid friendly fire incidents.
Meet the Author: 'The Devil Reached Toward the Sky'
Q: How far were we out from having a fourth weapon if the war had continued?
We would have had one more bomb in August and potentially two to three bombs a month thereafter until a planned invasion.
Meet the Author: 'The Devil Reached Toward the Sky'
Q: Did Truman or any of his advisors ever express any regret about the dropping of the bomb?
Truman didn't express regret, but many scientists, including Oppenheimer, did.

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Focusing on the pivotal events and figures of World War II, this podcast brings forth diverse narratives and insights that explore the war from multiple perspectives. Through a series of interviews with historians, authors, and experts, topics discussed include significant battles, military strategies, humanitarian issues, and the personal stories of those involved. The engaging format often emphasizes underrepresented voices and lesser-known historical narratives, making it a rich resource for anyone interested in the complex legacies of the war. Listeners can expect a blend of analysis, storytelling, and educational content that aims to deepen their understanding of World War II.

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