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The Economics Of War
Season 1 Episode 546
Al and James are joined by economist and journalist Duncan Weldon for a deep dive into the money that funded the Second World War.
A Goalhanger Films …
3 years, 3 months ago
The Alexander Collection
Season 1 Episode 545
Al and James go through the Alexander Collection from The National Archives to discuss morale, welfare and discipline of the Allies in Italy and the …
3 years, 3 months ago
USA: We Have Ways - Patton and Bradley
Season 1 Episode 544
Al and James continue their USA series with historian John C. McManus. They discuss two of the United States’ most iconic commanders - George S. Patt…
3 years, 3 months ago
Operation Retribution
Season 1 Episode 543
Al and James speak to American lawyer Peter Kentz about Operation Retribution, the air and naval blockade designed to prevent the seaborne evacuation…
3 years, 3 months ago
The Pacific
Season 1 Episode 542
James talks about his recent trip to Northern Ireland and the pair discuss the shipping production during the Second World War.
Al chats about the upc…
3 years, 3 months ago
USA: We Have Ways - Douglas MacArthur Part 2
Season 1 Episode 541
In the second part of our General MacArthur podcast, John C. McManus goes into detail on the American’s reputation with the Allies and Axis Powers.
WH…
3 years, 3 months ago
With the Old Breed
Season 1 Episode 540
In New Orleans, James Holland speaks to Saul David and Henry Sledge - the son of legendary writer Eugene Sledge, the author of the memoir ‘With The O…
3 years, 3 months ago
Second World War Voices
Season 1 Episode 539
Al Murray and James Holland delve into the world of Second World War books and memoirs, plus they further explore the story of Italy’s war.
A Goalhang…
3 years, 3 months ago
USA: We Have Ways - Douglas MacArthur Part 1
Season 1 Episode 538
Who was General MacArthur? Al Murray, James Holland and special guest John C. McManus debate one of the most influential, but controversial, generals…
3 years, 3 months ago
Immortal Valour
Season 1 Episode 537
Al Murray and James Holland are joined by Emmy nominated screenwriter Robert Child to speak about the incredible lives of the seven African-American …
3 years, 3 months ago