The World War II podcast with comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland. We Have Ways of Making You Talk dives deep into WWII history, exploring key battles, forgotten front lines, and incredible untold stories. Whether you're fascinated by the Battle of Britain, the D-Day landings, or the Eastern Front, this show offers a rich, detailed look at the war that shaped the modern world. Al and James bring a unique blend of expert knowledge and humour, discussing everything from the Third Reich, Churchill's leadership, and the Fall of Berlin, to World War 2 tanks, fighter planes, and naval battles. Expect historical insights, lively tangents, and discussions on iconic second world war events like Operation Barbarossa, the Pacific Theatre, and the North African campaign. Join our membership club for extra content, livestreams and ad-free listening: patreon.com/wehaveways For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com
What this show covers
OrtonaItalian campaignNorth Africa6th Royal Tank RegimentSherwood RangersWWIIPhoney WarOperation BarbarossaEastern FrontWorld War IIMilitary HistorySam BradshawSecond World Warfamily storiesWWII history
What listeners will find here
Family wartime stories stretch from Britain’s home front to a Polish pilot over Italy
This episode gathers personal WW2 stories from listeners’ families, moving between civilian preparations in Britain and combat in the skies above Italy. It also promises hidden bombs, guerrilla-war planning, and a final letter that gives the episode an emotional pull.
Inside Ortona: frontline Christmas and brutal street fighting in Part 4
This episode focuses on the battle for Ortona through the experience of the Canadian Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment. James Holland and Al Murray examine frontline Christmas 1943 and whether Commonwealth and British forces could finally seize the town.
Ortona’s brutal turning point and the German response
The battle for Ortona takes center stage as James Holland and Al Murray continue their look at the 'Stalingrad Of The Adriatic.' This instalment focuses on Nazi leadership’s reaction to Allied attacks, the logic behind repeated German counter-attacks, and when Kesselring assumed full control in Italy.
Inside Ortona: diaries, river fighting, and the brutal Moro campaign
The episode returns to the battle for Ortona and the River Moro, digging into why the Italian campaign was seen as not for the faint hearted. James Holland and Al Murray use Harry Wilson’s diary and the German experience of the fighting to frame this grim chapter of the war.
Why Ortona became the ‘Stalingrad of the Adriatic’
This episode begins the story of Ortona and the brutal fighting around the River Sangro in the Italian Campaign. James Holland and Al Murray look at why the battle earned its grim nickname and the part played by Commonwealth and British Empire troops.
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