WW2: Both Sides of The Wire | A Battle Guide Production

Prof. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander
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WW2: Both Sides of The Wire | A Battle Guide Production

World War 2: Both Sides of the Wire is the podcast that takes you beyond the familiar and dives deep into the untold stories and surprising truths of the Second World War from the Allied and Axis perspectives. Join us as we lift the lid on one of the most pivotal periods in human history, busting myths and unraveling the complexities of a conflict that still shapes our world today. Host: Prof. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander More about Matthias & Jesse: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow#host Support us and what we do: To comment and ask questions, please join our community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters Use our code: DEEPDARKWOODS and get one month free as a Captain, or join as a free member. Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal Merchandise and Shop: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/collections/all Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Our WW1 Podcast: https://listen.not-so-quiet.com General Enquiries: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Battle Guide Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    The OTHER D-Day in France: Operation Dragoon Part 1

    In today’s episode, we’ll take a trip to the sunny coast of southern France! But don’t worry, dear listeners, we’re not going to talk about nude beaches and champagne - we’re going to talk about another D-Day in France: Operation Dragoon and the invasion of southern France in August 1944. Join our community! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Support the Show via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WW2BothSidesofTheWire Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production: Linus Klaßen - Editing: Hunter Christensen & Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  2. World War 2 Films

    FEB 12

    World War 2 Films

    In today`s episode, it gets personal. We`re headed for the bright lights of Hollywood and the big screen! We`ll play the role of film buff and film critic, and share our opinions on the best - or at least our favourite - WW2 films Join our community! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Support the Show via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WW2BothSidesofTheWire Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  3. Dieppe - The Disaster Unfolds

    FEB 5

    Dieppe - The Disaster Unfolds

    In today’s episode, we continue the story of the disastrous raid on Dieppe in 1942. How and why did the Allied plan go wrong, what happened on the beaches, and what did the Germans think of the whole affair? Join our community! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Support the Show via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WW2BothSidesofTheWire Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 15m
  4. Dieppe - The Mystery of Why

    JAN 29

    Dieppe - The Mystery of Why

    In today’s episode, we’ll make a stop on the French coast at the port town of Dieppe - the site of a raid-gone-wrong in 1942, the source of a Canadian tragedy, and the cause of heated debates about why this ill-fated battle even happened at all. Join our community! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Support the Show via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WW2BothSidesofTheWire Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
  5. Pearl Harbor: Lack of Oil or Chinese Quagmire?

    JAN 22

    Pearl Harbor: Lack of Oil or Chinese Quagmire?

    In this episode, we continue our investigation of the Japanese decision to attack Pearl Harbour. Today we pick up the story in 1937, when Japan took the fateful decision to launch a full-scale invasion of China, a crucial step on the road to December 7, 1941. Join our new platform today! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Join Our Community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com Become a Supporter: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters/pricing Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr
  6. Pearl Harbor: Japan and the China Problem

    JAN 15

    Pearl Harbor: Japan and the China Problem

    In today’s episode, we’re going to put a new twist on an old favourite that is shrouded in its share of WW2 mythology: why did Japan decide to attack the United States at Pearl Harbor in 1941? Was it really only the oil embargo that tipped the balance, or is the story more complex? Join our new platform today! The steps are simple: Visit: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/ Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Join Our Community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com Become a Supporter: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters/pricing Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  7. JAN 8

    D-Day, Deception, Deceit: Operation Fortitude

    In today’s episode we’re going to go behind the scenes to unpack what might have been the most important deception Operation of the Second World War: Operation Fortitude. Was it all just smoke and mirrors or did Allied lies win the Normandy campaign? Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Join Our Community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com Become a Supporter: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters/pricing Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  8. End Game in Africa -Tunisgrad 1943

    JAN 1

    End Game in Africa -Tunisgrad 1943

    In today’s episode, we’re off to North Africa to dissect the Desert Fox’s last battle in the field and the US Army’s baptism of fire against the Wehrmacht. A campaign that sealed the fate of the Axis in Africa and that some have controversially nicknamed Tunisgrad. Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Join Our Community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com Become a Supporter: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters/pricing Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal E-Mail: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT Our WW1 Podcast: https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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World War 2: Both Sides of the Wire is the podcast that takes you beyond the familiar and dives deep into the untold stories and surprising truths of the Second World War from the Allied and Axis perspectives. Join us as we lift the lid on one of the most pivotal periods in human history, busting myths and unraveling the complexities of a conflict that still shapes our world today. Host: Prof. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander More about Matthias & Jesse: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow#host Support us and what we do: To comment and ask questions, please join our community: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/supporters Use our code: DEEPDARKWOODS and get one month free as a Captain, or join as a free member. Support via Paypal: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal Merchandise and Shop: https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/collections/all Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Our WW1 Podcast: https://listen.not-so-quiet.com General Enquiries: ⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠ Battle Guide Website: https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow Battle Guide YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter Twitter: @jesse_history @BattleguideVT Credits: - Host: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn & Jesse Alexander - Production & Editing: Linus Klaßen

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