The Second World War

Stephen Bedard

A Podcast all about the second world war hosted by Stephen Bedard.

  1. 4 Jul

    Bonus Episode: Understanding German Military Ranks During World War II

    If you do not speak German, the ranks of the German military can be a mystery. Who is an NCO and who is an officer? One of my most popular blog posts is https://www.stephenjbedard.com/understanding-german-military-ranks-during-world-war-ii/ and this episode is based on that article. For more on the Second World War, visit me at https://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar and consider supporting me at https://www.patreon.com/hopesreason.

  2. 27 Jun

    54 - Operation Drumbeat: The U-Boats Come to America

    In early 1942, where were attacks taking place? Africa and Asia? Yes, but how about just off the east coast of the United States? Operation Drumbeat was the German U-boat offensive against American shipping within sight of its shores. Perhaps the most effective German operation that you have never heard about. Support me at https://www.patreon.com/hopesreason Visit me at https://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar Follow me at https://x.com/WW2_Podcast

    54 - Operation Drumbeat: The U-Boats Come to America

  3. 6 May

    53 - Japan Invades Burma

    The entry of Japan into the war in December 1941 set all sorts of other events in motion. One of these was the invasion of Burma as Japan eyes the valuable Burma Road. Support me at http://www.patreon.com/hopesreason My recommended book is Defeat Into Victory: Battling Japan in Burma and India, 1942-1945. Purchase it at this Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4dor9IO Visit me at https://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar

    53 - Japan Invades Burma

  4. 9 Apr

    52 - The Fall of Manilla

    One of the first things to happen in 1942 of the Second World War was the fall of Manilla in the Philippines. Not even the great Douglas MacArthur could prevent that. The fall of Manilla was a devastating blow to the Allies and it was a sign of Japanese dominance in the Pacific... at least for now. Support me through Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/hopesreason.

    52 - The Fall of Manilla

  5. 8 Mar

    51 - The War-time Birth of the United Nations

    1942 begins with one of the biggest turning points of the war, one that did not take place on a battlefield. On January 1, 1942, the United Nations was born. In this episode, we look at this alliance and what it meant, as well as how it connects with our modern United Nations. Please support me through http://www.patreon.com/hopesreason Visit me at https://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar

    51 - The War-time Birth of the United Nations

  6. 26 Jan

    50 - The World at War: December 1941

    This episode wraps up 1941 by summarizing where things were left by the end of December. The Second World War was much different that it had been 12 months before. We also look at which side had the advantage as we enter 1942. Support me at https://www.patreon.com/hopesreason Visit me at https://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar Follow me at https://x.com/WW2_Podcast

    50 - The World at War: December 1941

  7. 01/12/2025

    49 - The USS Arizona and Her Captain: The Final Moments

    Much happened on December 7, 1941. One story is that of the USS Arizona and her captain, Franklin Van Valkenburgh. In this episode, we share their tragic story. Support me at http://www.patreon.com/hopesreason Visit me at http://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar Look for my other podcast "History of Christianity" on your favourite podcast provider.

    49 - The USS Arizona and Her Captain: The Final Moments

  8. 24/10/2025

    48 - Japan’s Blitz Across Asia and the Pacific

    When we think of Japan and December 1941, we think of Pearl Harbor. But Japan had much more up their sleeve than just one attack. That same day saw surprise attacks by Japanese forces on American, British, and Thai territories. In this episode, we look at those attacks. Support me at http://www.patreon.com/hopesreason Visit me at http://www.stephenjbedard.com/secondworldwar Look for my other podcast "History of Christianity" on your favourite podcast provider.

    48 - Japan’s Blitz Across Asia and the Pacific
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A Podcast all about the second world war hosted by Stephen Bedard.

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  • Creator
    Stephen Bedard
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Stephen Bedard
  • Show Website
    The Second World War

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