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World War II On Topic

The National WWII Museum
World War II
National WWII Museum
D-Day
Masters Of the Air
Normandy
Lee Miller
George S. Patton
Atomic Bomb
Battle Of the Bulge
Military Strategy
Combined Arms Doctrine
Operation Torch
Omaha Beach
Antisemitism
WWII
Holocaust
Dachau
Playtone
Modern History
Espionage

The National WWII Museum podcast series "World War II On Topic" explores key moments in history, and features conversations about new books, films and exhibits.

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Latest Episodes

Jonathan Parshall discusses his long-awaited new book, 1942: Crux of War, in conversation with Rob Citino, PhD. Parshall's book looks at this pivotal year of World War II, weighing the balance of forces arrayed by the Axis and Allied powers, the natu... more

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The HISTORY Channel's 'World War II with Tom Hanks' is a new 20-part landmark documentary series. The National WWII Museum in New Orleans held an exclusive early screening of the first episode, and a behind-the-scenes panel discussion with featured h... more

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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 Sea... more

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In this special episode, leading historians from The National WWII Museum offer a preview of Museum's upcoming two-day symposium on General George S. Patton—one of the most famous and controversial commanders of World War II. Join us for the Patton: ... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Parshall
Author of 1942, Crux of War
Author, Historian
Episode: '1942: Crux of War' with Author Jonathan Parshall
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
Episode: Meet the Author of 'The Phenomenon of Anne Frank'
Rame Davis
A veteran of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
Episode: Netflix Film 'The Six Triple Eight' Highlights Legacy of 6888th Battalion
Rona Simmons
Author of 'No Average Day: The 24 Hours of October 24, 1944'
Episode: New Book Details America's Deadliest Day in WWII

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 97 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 States3 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 States3 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 States3 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 States4 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 States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the credible scholarship and museum-grade context.
A few episodes are perceived as more documentary and less narrative storytelling.
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Guest experts and authors are a frequent highlight that add depth.

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'1942: Crux of War' with Author Jonathan Parshall
Q: Which campaigns in 1942 does Parshall consider most pivotal, and why do they matter beyond battlefield outcomes?
Parshall argues that 1942's importance is best understood through its interconnected campaigns and strategic decisions across theaters, emphasizing that the year shaped the trajectory of the war more broadly than any single battle. He also discusses how economic and industrial factors, not just combat results, determined the war's turning points.
Making of 'World War II with Tom Hanks'
Q: How do you handle the tension between including all important battles and keeping the episodes engaging?
The approach was to focus on telling compelling, human-centered stories and key strategic overviews, rather than enumerating every division and statistic, to make the history memorable and accessible.
Making of 'World War II with Tom Hanks'
Q: So what was the process like to decide what would be in the 20 episodes?
There was extensive debate about what was worth dedicating an episode to, balancing scope with storytelling, and avoiding an overload of operational detail in favor of emotional and narrative power.
'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.

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A history-focused podcast that explores key moments in World War II through conversations with historians, curators, and authors. Episodes cover espionage and intelligence during the Nazi era, assessments of iconic military leaders, art and culture under totalitarian regimes, the Nuremberg Trials, the Manhattan Project, and amphibious warfare doctrine. The show often blends academic context with practical storytelling, drawing on museum expertise and new exhibits to illuminate complex historical topics. Notable is the series' emphasis on nuanced, multi-perspective discussion rather than simple recaps, plus frequent live-event and exhibit tie-ins that offer fresh angles for listeners interested in deeper historical understanding.

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