We Have Ways: Dambusters

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Al Murray and James Holland travel to Germany to tell the story of 617 Squadron and Operation Chastise - the most daring airborne mission of the entire Second World War.

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EPISODE 1 • OFFICER'S CLUB ONLY

Dambusters - The Long Road to The Dams

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Dams Raid, in which Guy Gibson and 617 Squadron destroyed crucial German infrastructure using the innovative bouncing bomb - Al Murray and James Holland are presenting DAMBUSTERS WEEK. In our first episode we join the lads on the road, driving to the Möhne Dam in Germany. They discuss Barnes Wallis' hare-brained scheme to target the dams, the science behind the bouncing bomb and why this mission was so difficult.

36 min
EPISODE 2 • OFFICER'S CLUB ONLY

Dambusters - Countdown

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Dams Raid, in which Guy Gibson and 617 Squadron destroyed crucial German infrastructure using the innovative bouncing bomb - Al Murray and James Holland are presenting DAMBUSTERS WEEK. Al Murray and James Holland describe the final days before the raids began, including the troubled character of Guy Gibson and the pressure he was under.

42 min
EPISODE 3 • OFFICER'S CLUB ONLY

Dambusters - Attacking The Möhne

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Dams Raid, in which Guy Gibson and 617 Squadron destroyed crucial German infrastructure using the innovative bouncing bomb - Al Murray and James Holland are presenting DAMBUSTERS WEEK. Under the cover of darkness, Guy Gibson and his crew launch the first attack on the German Dams - the key to the Nazi war machine. With the added threat of a young gun crew positioned on top of the Dam - will 617 Squadron succeed in their mission?

24 min
EPISODE 4 • OFFICER'S CLUB ONLY

Dambusters - Attacking The Eder

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Dams Raid, in which Guy Gibson and 617 Squadron destroyed crucial German infrastructure using the innovative bouncing bomb - Al Murray and James Holland are presenting DAMBUSTERS WEEK. With a dwindling amount of bouncing bombs and a complicated route to attack, the surviving Lancaster crews approach the largest of all targets, the Eder Dam. What happened that night, and was it all worth it?

31 min

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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

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Al Murray and James Holland travel to Germany to tell the story of 617 Squadron and Operation Chastise - the most daring airborne mission of the entire Second World War.