49 episodes
SNAFU Canto34 Studios
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- History
It's March 1944, and the world remains engulfed in war. The United States is locked in a fierce battle to establish air superiority over Europe. Over the past year and a half, the Eighth Air Force has conducted bombing missions primarily targeting coastal cities. However, the focus is now shifting deeper into Nazi-occupied Europe.
The death toll among the Eighth Air Force continues to rise, with most bomber crews failing to complete even half of their 25-mission tour. Flak fields have become denser and more accurate, posing a grave threat to any plane that dares to fly through them. Nazi fighter pilots, growing in skill, relentlessly pursue American bombers, despite the defensive measures onboard.
Unknown to the American bomber crews, a significant change has occurred in their mission objectives. Under the leadership of Jimmy Doolittle, the Eighth Air Force now employs a risky strategy. Bombers are used as bait to lure Nazi fighters into combat, allowing escort fighters to pick them off one by one. This shift means the lives of bomber crews are no longer considered sacrosanct but rather as expendable casualties in the pursuit of victory.
By this time next year, the death toll of the Eighth Air Force will reach a staggering 26,000, surpassing the losses of Marines throughout the entirety of World War II. This podcast chronicles the experiences of one such bomber crew during the early months of 1944.
Lieutenant Bakas, a 24-year-old pilot from Youngstown, Ohio, leads a B-17G named "Load of Bull" and commands a 10-man crew with a singular goal: survival. With daunting odds stacked against them, Lieutenant Miller, a 23-year-old co-pilot, must navigate the challenges of leadership, perseverance, and duty.
Tasked with motivating a crew comprised mostly of young men fresh out of high school, Bakas and Miller grapple with the weight of their responsibilities. As they confront the harsh realities of their suicidal missions and the uncertain impact on the war effort, they must find the strength to inspire their men to keep fighting.Starting in July 2021, SNAFU, a historical fiction podcast, will begin to tell the story of a group of men, as their families never knew them.
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S2, E1: Mortem Obire
The men of The Bull try to make sense of the events that occurred in the season 1 finale and realize that all they have to comfort them are their brothers around them, and the many vices that await them. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInstagram: ht...
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S2, E2: Alone
The Men of The Bull are greeted by their new replacements and things don't go well. Jack wrestles with the idea of leading his men, and The Boss is haunted by his past. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/snafupodIf ...
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S2, E3: France
Jack goes on a mission with a rookie crew, The Boss meets Sal and Timothy and tries to persuade Col. Poole into transferring Timothy to a different crew, and The Boss comes face to face with the consequences of his actions. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...
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S2, E4: Amen
The Boss puts Timothy and Sal through the ringer to see if they're worth bring apart of "Load of Bull". Jack faces his inner struggles when he comes in contact with two very unlikely people and their dog. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInstagram: https:/...
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S2, E5: "For Mother and Country"
Jack ends up leading his crew to bomb a mission in Nates, France and things don't go according to plan. Willy becomes a legend and Muth realizes just how slim of a chance he has at getting through his tour. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInsta...
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S2, E6: Tommy
Willy pulls some strings to get him and Tommy off base just for him to meet a girl, Muth tries to convince himself that has what it takes to be a good soldier, and Col. Poole pays The Boss a visit. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or constructive criticism by privately messaging me through one of the various SNAFU Social Media Pages. Also, check out our website for more information by clicking here!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snafupodInstagram: https://w...