Season 1, Episode 1000 · WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
1000th Episode Special
20 Jul 2026 · 45 min
Episode notes
Why did James Holland and Al Murray start a WW2 Podcast? How did bats build a media empire? What are some of the most memorable bits of WW2 Pod: We Have Ways Of Making You Talk? Join Jim and Al - and guests - for an affectionate look back at the world's biggest WW2 history show, which has been proudly spreading war waffle to an international community of 'afflicted' since April, 2019. Start your free trial at patreon.com/wehaveways and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and…
WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
by Goalhanger · English · History
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.
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