Best Mat McLachlan Podcasts (2024)

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Ep211: Gallipoli - The August Offensive (Part 6) 1:07:05

2h ago1:07:05

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The Allies are getting desperate and as the heat of summer descends on the peninsula, they are determined to try a bold gamble to win the campaign once and for all. Turning their attention to the Anzac sector, they come up with an ambitious plan that involves breaking out to the north of Anzac and seizing the high ground. But the men are wracked by…

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HAIG SPECIAL: Building an Army 1:14:45

31m ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The third episode tells the story of Haig building an army in the lead-up to the First World War. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLac…

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HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in the Boer War 1:08:37

1h ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The second episode focuses on Haig in the Boer War. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member …

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Ep210: Gallipoli - Conditions in the Trenches (Part 5) 1:01:36

26m ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Stalemate has descended on Gallipoli and both sides now have to confront a new enemy - the appalling living conditions in the trenches. If the constant risk of death was not enough to do a man in, he also had to contend with heat, flies, corpses, disease and a nauseating diet. Could things get any worse? In the fifth episode of our special series o…

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Gallipoli - The Helles Landing 1:14:12

13d ago1:14:12

1:14:12

While the Australians and New Zealanders are struggling to come ashore at Anzac Cove, the British are landing at Cape Helles, on the southern toe of the Gallipoli peninsula. But once again, the Turkish defenders put up a stiff resistance that far exceeds their small numbers. Can the British get ashore in the face of this withering fire? In the thir…

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HAIG SPECIAL: Haig in the Sudan 1:09:35

5d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Pete and Gary revisit one of their most popular but controversial series - the story of Sir Douglas Haig. The first episode focuses on the young Haig and his participation in the war in Sudan. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Produc…

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Ep209: Gallipoli - Hell at Helles (Part 4) 1:11:53

5d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

The British and French have secured the barest of toeholds at Cape Helles, and the Anzacs are hanging on by their fingernails at Anzac Cove. Now their commanders must decide what to do next. Turning away from Anzac for the time being, they decide to throw their scarce resources into the main battlefield of Helles, and finally secure the objectives …

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Gallipoli - The Anzac Landing 1:20:12

6d ago1:20:12

1:20:12

The Allies are going ashore at Gallipoli! In the frosty dawn of April 25, 1915, 16,000 Australian and New Zealand troops prepare to land on a hostile shore. The Turks know a landing is coming, but will their defences be enough to drive the Anzacs into the sea? In the second episode of a special series on the Gallipoli campaign from our sister podca…

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Ep216: Air War Over the Somme - Endgame! 42:44

22d ago42:44

42:44

As the fighting on the Somme draws to an inconclusive end, the final stages of the air war are playing out in the skies above the trenches. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free …

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Ep208: Gallipoli - The Helles Landing (Part 3) 1:13:36

12d ago1:13:36

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While the Australians and New Zealanders are struggling to come ashore at Anzac Cove, the British are landing at Cape Helles, on the southern toe of the Gallipoli peninsula. But once again, the Turkish defenders put up a stiff resistance that far exceeds their small numbers. Can the British get ashore in the face of this withering fire? In the thir…

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Gallipoli - The Naval Battle 1:01:02

15d ago1:01:02

1:01:02

It's March, 1915. Turkey has entered the war on Germany's side and promptly closed the Dardanelles strait, closing off a vital sea route for our Russian allies. Britain and France decide to take decisive action - they will send a fleet to Gallipoli and storm the Dardanelles! Armed with a half-baked plan, 16 obsolete warships and little idea of the …

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Ep207: Gallipoli - The Anzac Landing (Part 2) 1:19:37

15d ago1:19:37

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The Allies are going ashore at Gallipoli! In the frosty dawn of April 25, 1915, 16,000 Australian and New Zealand troops prepare to land on a hostile shore. The Turks know a landing is coming, but will their defences be enough to drive the Anzacs into the sea? In the second episode of our special series on the Gallipoli campaign, Mat is joined by h…

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Ep206: Gallipoli - The Naval Battle (Part 1) 1:00:26

18d ago1:00:26

1:00:26

It's March, 1915. Turkey has entered the war on Germany's side and promptly closed the Dardanelles strait, closing off a vital sea route for our Russian allies. Britain and France decide to take decisive action - they will send a fleet to Gallipoli and storm the Dardanelles! Armed with a half-baked plan, 16 obsolete warships and little idea of the …

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Ep215: Air War Over the Somme - Turning the Tide 47:42

19d ago47:42

47:42

The fighting on the Somme continues as small-scale attacks push the British line forward into German territory. Now, in September 1916, the Allies are ready for another big push. And the battle in the air continues to rage! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain …

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Sandakan Death March with Lynette Silver 57:06

1M ago57:06

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The Sandakan Death March was one of the darkest chapter of Australia's WW2 story. In this confronting episode, Mat is joined by historian Lynette Silver to tell the story of the forced march of Australian POWs by the Japanese in 1945. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Lynette Silver Producer: Jess Stebnicki Subscribe via Patreon for exclusive bonus e…

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Ep214: Air War Over the Somme - High Summer 38:40

1M ago38:40

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The first day of the Battle of the Somme was a success in the air, but a disaster on the ground. And yet the British offensive surges on. What was happening in the skies over the battlefield? Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Produce…

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Ep205: Battle of Trafalgar with Rob Blyth 35:17

1M ago35:17

35:17

Mat visits the National Maritime Museum in London to explore six fascinating relics from the Battle of Trafalgar. Guiding him around the collection is senior curator, Rob Blyth. Topics discussed: A painting that shows Lord Nelson bleeding after his arm was amputated; a beautiful porcelain figurine that depicts 'Jack Tar', a typical sailor at the ti…

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Ep213: Air War Over the Somme - 1 July, 1916 46:09

1M ago46:09

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The air war gets serious! It's the first day of the Battle of the Somme and the skies above the trenches are busy! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary Bain Publisher: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Become a member to listen ad-free and receive special bonus…

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Ep204: Aerial Warfare, the Great Escape and a Mystery Propeller! 39:18

2M ago39:18

39:18

Mat is joined by historian Michael Molkentin to discuss all things WW1 and WW2! Topics discussed: Final thoughts on the TV series Masters of the Air; the 80th anniversary of the Great Escape and the plight of POWs; the Naval Battle of Gallipoli; the German Spring Offensive of 1918; the mysterious discovery of a WW2 bomber propeller on an isolated S…

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Ep212: Air War Over the Somme - An Aerial Offensive 50:18

2M ago50:18

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In the second part of their special series about the Air War that accompanied the Battle of the Somme in 1916, Pete and Gary discuss the beginning of the aerial offensive, well before the first shots on the ground had been fired. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter Hart and Gary…

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German Spring Offensive with Paul Reed 27:00

2M ago27:00

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Mat speaks to historian Paul Reed about the German Spring Offensive, the huge series of attacks that fell on the Allies in March and April 1918. Listen to Paul Reed's outstanding podcast, The Old Front Line: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1T7u7meUQVm1CTYqKX3EcD?si=ceFpx8stQw-yigWZQCz8qw Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Paul Reed Producer: Jess Ste…

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BONUS DROP: Gallipoli, Ypres and Sydney! 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

Mat reveals exciting news in the world of battlefield history! Topics discussed: The launch of 'Easy Target', a new book by friend of the show Adam Blum; supporting Talbot House, the Everyman's Club in the Belgian town of Poperinghe that provided respite for thousands of soldiers during WWI; Mat's new Signature Tour to Gallipoli; our upcoming 8-par…

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Ep203: Ypres - Exploring Yorkshire Trench 28:06

2M ago28:06

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Join Mat on the battlefields as he explores Yorkshire Trench, a preserved British trench and dugout system that was discovered in an industrial estate near the Flanders town of Ypres in the 1990s. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Wouter Sinaeve Producer: Jess Stebnicki Subscribe via Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, early access to all episodes,…

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Ep211: Air War Over the Somme 43:14

2M ago43:14

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It's a new special series! Join Pete and Gary as they explore the gripping story of the Air War Over the Somme in the First World War. This week they are setting the scene for the tumultuous battles that were to come! Hip-hip-hurrah and chocks away chums! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Prese…

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Ep210: Disaster at Anzac: August 7, 1915 40:10

2M ago40:10

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Pete and Gary continue their epic story of the August Offensive at Gallipoli. In this episode they reveal the disaster of the advance from Anzac on August 7, which included the heroic yet futile charge of the Australian Light Horse at the Nek. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for more information! Presenters: Peter…

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Ep202: Krithia: Gallipoli's Forgotten Anzac Battle (Live) 1:09:18

2M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Join Mat for this special live presentation as he discusses the Second Battle of Krithia, a murderous ordeal at Gallipoli that most Australians and New Zealanders have never heard of! Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-b5G9x9dFg Presenter: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki Subscribe via Patreon for …

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Ep201: JFK in WW2 49:00

2M ago49:00

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Long before he became president, John F. Kennedy was a young naval officer in command of a patrol boat in the Solomon Islands. After a disastrous encounter with a Japanese ship, Kennedy saved his crew and became a war hero. In this episode, Mat is joined by author Brett Mason to explore the story of Kennedy's dramatic rescue and the Australian coas…

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Ep209: Countdown to Disaster at Anzac 46:15

2M ago46:15

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Welcome to Season 5! Pete and Gary are back, and in this new episode they explore the epic August Offensive at Gallipoli in 1915. The key to the entire operation was the breakout of the Anzac sector on the night of August 6 and 7, but bold plans quickly turned to disaster for the Allies! Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phb…

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Ep200: Bombers, Battlefields and Burial Grounds - A Look Back at 200 Episodes! 54:29

2M ago54:29

54:29

It's our 200th episode, and to celebrate Mat looks back at some of his favourite moments from the last five years. From convict graveyards to WW2 veterans and the death of Ned Kelly, this episode has it all! Want to know more? Subscribe to listen to a special BONUS EPISODE - the full interview with Tobruk veteran Bert Le Merton - by clicking here: …

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GALLIPOLI SPECIAL: Evacuation of Anzac and Suvla 1:06:31

3M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Pete and Gary revisit one of their favourite topics in this special series - Gallipoli! Once the Allies had decided to give up on the Gallipoli Campaign, how could they possibly leave the peninsula without suffering horrendous casualties? Pete and Gary explore how the Anzac and Suvla sectors were so cleverly evacuated - probably the most successful…

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REVISIT: The Nazi Invasion of Britain 39:35

3M ago39:35

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What would have happened if the Nazis had won the Battle of Britain. In this fascinating 'what if?' revisit, Mat speaks to Professor Gary Sheffield about Operation Sea Lion, the German plans to invade the British Isles. Did it have any chance of success? How would Britain have responded? How would world history have been affected? Here more from Ga…

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Ep199: London's Hidden War History 51:35

3M ago51:35

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Mat joins guide Steve Hunnisett to walk the streets of London, seeking evidence of damage from two World Wars. From ghostly air raid shelter signs to bombed-out churches, the secrets of London's wartime history are never far away. Want to know more? Subscribe to listen to a special BONUS EPISODE about walking London's war history, by clicking here:…

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GALLIPOLI SPECIAL: The French! 1:05:38

3M ago1:05:38

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Pete and Gary revisit one of their favourite topics in this special series - Gallipoli! Who does history forget in the Gallipoli story? The French! Pete and Gary attempt to set this right, with a discussion about the significant French achievements during the Gallipoli campaign. Visit Gallipoli with Pete and Gary in 2024! Go to https://phbt.uk/ for…

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REVISIT: The Australian Light Horse 51:52

3M ago51:52

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Mat visits the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park to discuss the Australian Light Horse with historian Brad Manera. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Brad Manera Producer: Jess Stebnicki Subscribe via Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, early access to all episodes, ad-free listening and special online events with Mat McLachlan! https://www.patreon.com/MM…

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