AJ and Andy reach the gripping finale for Series 2: Day of Wrath. Although they are certain it was written by John Brason, the director credit is somewhat shrouded in mystery. As well as addressing this matter, they consider the change in the relationship between Brandt and Kessler, the suddenness of Michael Culver's departure from the series, and that memorably controversial scene between Albert and Monique.
Elsewhere, we learn about Jean de Selys Longchamps on whom Andre De Beers is based and ask the question who actually invented television? Is Kessler right that it was a German invention? Also, can Albert really tell that Gestapo HQ is being attacked just by listening from inside the Candide?
A book about Longchamps is now available: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Belgian-RAF-Pilot-Who-Defied-the-Gestapo-Hardback/p/51865 and Andy's Brussels locations guide from 20 years ago(!) can still be accessed here: http://www.survivorstvseries.com/Brussels.htm
If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social. AJ is also on Twitter at @secretarmypod. We'd love to hear from you!
Thank you, as ever, for listening and for coming down the line with us.
Andy & AJ xxx
Next Time: Series 2 in Review
16 May 2026
Series 2, Episode 12: Prisoner of War
After the death of Francois, Natalie is determined that Max is brought to justice, but Albert wants to be certain before he takes action. Meanwhile, a German flying ace and a plane on a secret list cause complications for Lifeline.
AJ and Andy find much to enjoy in this the penultimate episode of Series 2. As well as their appreciation for the Monique and Brandt storyline and Natalie's frustration at Max's continued presence at the Candide, they discuss Kessler's new bathroom, the amount of reported action in this instalment, and the question of who is the Prisoner of War of the title.
Elsewhere Juliette Hammond (Natalie) reflects on a scene in this episode which brought her closer to Bernard Hepton's Albert; Chris Richards shares excellent technical information on the Messerschmitt Bf 110 (the plane on the secret list that Max sketches); and Ryan shares his immediate reaction on viewing the episode for the first time.
All this and AJ shares an alternative vision for Max's end, before dropping tea all over their laptop. Thankfully this recording survived unscathed!
If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social. AJ is also on Twitter at @secretarmypod. We'd love to hear from you, especially if you have any views to share your on the first episode of Series 3: The Last Run.
Thank you, as ever, for listening and for coming down the line with us.
Andy & AJ xxx
Next Time: Day of Wrath
18 Apr 2026
Series 2, Episode 11: A Matter of Life and Death
This month AJ and Andy review the suspense-filled series two episode A Matter of Life and Death written by Robert Barr which charts the fate of Francois as he tries to prove to Natalie that he too is cut out for evasion work.
Along the way they celebrate the guest appearances of Duncan Lamont and Michael Graham Cox and the central performances here of Juliet Hammond-Hill, Nigel Williams and Stephen Yardley. They also debate whether Max truly intended to take over Lifeline and whether he reluctantly betrayed Francois.
Elsewhere, as usual we hear Ryan's Reaction, are grateful to Phil for a location spot from Weekend (the bridge on the Rue de Lion: https://www.reflexcity.net/bruxelles/communes/ville-de-bruxelles/laeken/rampe-du-lion/photos) and discuss the historical reality of the betrayal of the Comete evasion line by Jacques Desoubrie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacques_Desoubrie. AJ also mentions the book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Children-Against-Hitler-Resistance-Heroes/dp/1526764288
If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social. AJ is also on Twitter at @secretarmypod. We'd love to hear from you, especially your takes on the Series 2 finale Day of Wrath or our Series 2 wrap-up episode.
Thank you, as ever, for listening and for coming down the line with us.
Andy & AJ xxx
Next Time: Prisoner of War
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