We Have Ways of Making You Talk
Hosted by Al Murray and James Holland and Al and Jim · Goalhanger
4.8from 4,770 ratings
- 1,040
- Episodes
- 319
- Transcribed
- 4,770
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2019
- First episode
- 1M
- YouTube views
About We Have Ways of Making You Talk
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
- Publisher
- Goalhanger
- Category
- education · history · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 25 Mar 2019
- Latest episode
- 5 Nov 2026
Latest episodes
319 of 1,040 episodes have a transcript.
5 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
Kokoda: Why Was Australia So Unprepared For The Pacific War? (Part 1)
3 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT
Bridging Operation Market Garden: Keeping Up With The Joneses (Part 2)
29 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
Bridging Operation Market Garden: A Nice Little Problem (Part 1)
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Kokoda: Why Was Australia So Unprepared For The Pacific War? (Part 1)
Published 5 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Their defence posture has been outsourced to the British, to the British Empire. to Singapore being this cornerstone of defence that will deter the Japanese. No one in their right mind would imagine a Japanese intervention that would bring the Japanese within striking range of Australia, would they? […]
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- YouTube views
- 1,060,078
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.7 / 5
- 1,264 ratings
- Spotify
- 4.8 / 5
- 3,506 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 86 / 100
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- 96
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 93
- Engagement
- 100
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Who hosts We Have Ways of Making You Talk?
Al Murray and James Holland and Al and Jim host the show. Published by Goalhanger.
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