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16/04/2025

212: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 4 - Leaves Upon the Wind

This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked details of the Battle of Britain, going beyond the famous aircraft to explore the technological and logistical factors that impacted the fighting. We examine the strengths and weaknesses of aircraft like the Defiant, the crucial role of high-octane fuel in providing a performance edge, and even how seemingly minor details could influence the outcome of aerial engagements. From the limitations of turret fighters to the impact of fuel quality on climb rates, this episode reveals the complex web of factors that shaped the air war over Britain, setting the stage for a future discussion of the pilots who fought it. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16/04/2025

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35 min
09/04/2025

211: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 3 - How to Build a Bombing Campaign

This episode delves into the often-overlooked early years of Britain’s Bomber Command during 1940, revealing a story of ambitious plans, flawed assumptions, and determined aircrews. We explore how Bomber Command transitioned from pre-war theory to desperate anti-invasion efforts, laying mines and attacking German harbors as the threat of a Nazi landing loomed. Beyond the immediate crisis, we uncover the enduring belief – championed by Churchill – that strategic bombing held the key to victory, despite early failures and a fundamental misunderstanding of the challenges ahead, setting the stage for the massive campaigns to come. Join us as we uncover the realities of early war bombing and the unwavering faith in a strategy that would define much of the conflict. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09/04/2025

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23 min
02/04/2025

210: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 2 - Flying Blind

This episode delves into the fascinating, high-stakes cat-and-mouse game of radar and radio countermeasures during the Battle of Britain. Discover how British intelligence meticulously deciphered the German “Knickebein” and “X-Gerät” bombing guidance systems—starting with insights from captured soldiers and culminating in signal detection—and how they scrambled to develop countermeasures like the surprisingly simple “Aspirin” system. From strategically placed radio transmitters to deliberately set countryside fires, this episode reveals the ingenuity—and occasional rushed decisions—on both sides as they raced to disrupt enemy bombing raids, highlighting the crucial role of signal intelligence in the skies over Britain. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02/04/2025

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27 min
28/05/2025

The Wild World Of African Divorce

Please do not hate me for the title, I genuinely did not know what to call this. Divorce customs in history around the world are so interesting and today we are going to dive into just a few from africa Travel to Turkey and Mongolia with me ⁠here⁠ Check out our sister podcast the ⁠Mystery of Everything⁠ Coffee Collab With The Lore Lodge ⁠COFFEE⁠ Bonus episodes as well as ad-free episodes on ⁠Patreon⁠. Find us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Join us on ⁠Discord⁠. Submit your relatives on our ⁠website⁠ Podcast ⁠Youtube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28/05/2025

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43 min
31/07/2025

226: The Battle of Britain Pt. 1 - Adlertag

This episode of History of the Second World War delves into the pivotal moments of the Battle of Britain, focusing on the Luftwaffe's final preparations and the critical operations of Adlertag (Eagle Day), the code name for the Luftwaffe's intensified campaign to neutralize RAF Fighter Command and secure Germany's invasion plans . As the conflict escalates, the podcast explores the high-stakes strategies, key decisions, and relentless aerial battles that defined this turning point in the war, offering listeners a gripping look at the chaos and courage of this historic clash. Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31/07/2025

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32 min
23/04/2019

Leaving Egypt

Murat's cavalry secure another crushing victory over the Mamelukes, but news from France leads Napoleon to abandon the expedition (and his mistress), leaving General Kléber to pick up the pieces. We follow the expedition to its ignoble end, and examine what conclusions we can draw from this strange chapter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23/04/2019

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47 min
05/04/2019

A Spectacle of Death

With the dream of an eastern empire collapsing, Bonaparte launches an invasion of Syria against enormous odds, leading to some of the darkest episodes of his early career. We meet Pauline Fourès, a young French woman who came to be nicknamed "Cleopatra." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05/04/2019

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43 min
07/07/2019

Marx and the Coup with Matt Christman

Writer and political commentator Matt Christman returns for a conversation about the significance of the Coup of 18 Brumaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07/07/2019

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35 min
23/06/2019

The Morning After

We examine the aftermath and significance of the Coup of 18 Brumaire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23/06/2019

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38 min
23/07/2019

The New Covenant

Napoleon outmaneuvers his rivals and forms a new government, then secures his position as dictator of France with an undemocratic referendum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23/07/2019

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41 min

An ancient history podcast run by two Millennial women. Misbehaving emperors, poison assassins, mythological mayhem; it’s like if Hardcore History met up with My Favorite Murder in the ancient world, with a heavy helping of booze and laughter.

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Redacted (verb): censor or obscure for legal or security purposes. [REDACTED] History is a show where we can have real, unfiltered conversations about the things that SOME FOLK don't want us to talk about. This is where we will huddle around the campfire and tell the stories of people that the textbooks forgot. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! If you want to support the show, come join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Blackkout https://www.tiktok.com/@blackkout___ For all inquiries, please email: andrepwhitejr@gmail.com

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A journey through the 5000 years of history documented by one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations. For all the episodes for free, as well as additional content, please subscribe and/or visit http://thehistoryofchina.wordpress.com.

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History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath.

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Tune in to hear Katy and Nathan pair cocktails with amazing women of history. Cheers!

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A podcast about the Golden Age of Piracy in the Caribbean, the real men and women that threatened the trade and stability of the Old World empires, the forces that led them to piracy and the myths and stories they inspired. Famous names like Captain Henry Morgan, Henry Avery, Charles Vane, Mary Reed, Anne Bonny, Black Bart Roberts, Ned Low, and Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach will rub elbows with Queens, Kings, Popes, rebellious monks, Caribbean Natives, African Slaves and notorious governors like Woodes Rogers. History, high seas adventure, myth and magic, voodoo, treachery, biography and freedom await.

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Airwave History is the audio destination for history lovers. Binge thousands of episodes covering everything from ancient history to modern history, US to international, the most iconic moments to quirky overlooked stories that you've never heard of. Subscribe to Airwave History + for ad-free episodes and bonus content from 27 of the most popular history podcasts, including: The Explorers Podcast The Box of Oddities The History of WWII Podcast Queens Podcast The Age of Napoleon The American Revolution Podcast The Ancient World The History of Egypt History of Everything Redacted History The History of the Second World War History Tea Time The Pirate History Podcast Who Did What Now My History Can Beat Up Your Politics The History of China The History of the Great War Historical Blindness Face-Off: The US vs. China Ancient History Fangirl Plodding Through the Presidents Pax Brittanica History Uncovered Wiser World The American Miracle Art of History

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212: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 4 - Leaves Upon the Wind

211: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 3 - How to Build a Bombing Campaign

210: The Battle Before Britain Pt. 2 - Flying Blind

The Wild World Of African Divorce

226: The Battle of Britain Pt. 1 - Adlertag

Leaving Egypt

A Spectacle of Death

Marx and the Coup with Matt Christman

The Morning After

The New Covenant

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Interview 40: The German-Soviet War with Jeff Rutherford

Interview 12: The Evolution of the British Empire with Sam Hume

Interview 10: The Approaching Storm: Roosevelt, Wilson, Addams, and Their Clash Over America's Future with Neil Lanctot

Member 22: The United States Navy Part 4 - Orange: The Final Years

Patron Bonus - The Trial of William Laud

Patreon Bonus - The Sinking of the Arandora Star

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The 1796 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: "Placing us in a Point of Opposition to Each Other"

RE-RELEASE: This Episode is Full of Lies: Lucian's A True History (With Liv Albert from Let's Talk About Myths, Baby!)

How an Empire Ends: 75 Years Under Hunnic Dominion

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