Best Alle Achtung Podcasts (2024)

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Market Garden 80: A Bridge Too Far? (Part 5) 58:05

2h ago58:05

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In a meanwhile adventure spanning across the bridge, the town and the woods of Arnhem - Al Murray and James Holland track in forensic detail the 18th and 19th September 1944. As things unravel, we begin to question whether the whole campaign was doomed from the start? Join us as we explore the triumphs and tragedies of one of World War 2's most fam…

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Market Garden 80: Trapped (Part 4) 52:29

1h ago52:29

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Al Murray and James Holland dive deeper into the brutal fighting at Arnhem as the British forces face relentless German attacks. In this episode, they explore the desperate efforts of the British airborne, cut off from support and low on ammunition, trying to hold their ground amidst chaos. With tanks rolling in and communication breaking down, wha…

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Episode 156: The Gifted Program with Ruben Carbajal 59:36

1h ago59:36

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Griffin sits down with playwright Ruben Carbajal to discuss his play The Gifted Program, and the parallells between, gaming and theatre with Dungeons and Dragons as a unifying point between the two. FIndd out more about Ruben here! Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dic…

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A Year in the Life - Episode 9: The White Album - Part 1 1:07:53

11h ago1:07:53

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Tyler and Jonny take a frustrating and blissful trip through The Beatles (aka The White Album). Enjoy Part 1 (it's massive) and stay tuned for Part 2.By RevU2

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Unsere große Adler-Vorschau ist da! - Eiszeit FM Episode 090 1:14:46

17h ago1:14:46

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Natürlich kommt nach der DEL-Vorschau, wie jedes Jahr, noch unsere Spezialdosis Mannheim.Und da ist sie also, unsere große Adler-Vorschau auf die Saison 2024/2025!Mit allem über die Adler Mannheim, was ihr vor Beginn der neuen Spielzeit wissen müsst.Eiszeit FM sind Philipp Koehl und Sven Metzger.By Eiszeit FM

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Arnhem: Black Tuesday (BONUS) 43:51

1d ago43:51

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We take a brief pause in our Market Garden 80 series to celebrate the launch of Al Murray's latest book 'Arnhem: Black Tuesday'. James Holland interviews Al about his love for the subject, the best places to find new information and whether his dad has given any notes. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy & Becki Hills Exec Producer: T…

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Unsere große Vorschau auf die DEL 24/25 - Eiszeit FM Episode 089 2:13:04

2d ago2:13:04

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Bald geht sie endlich wieder los, die DEL!Und wie ihr es gewohnt seid, gibt es auch dieses Jahr eine Vorschau auf alle Teams.Mit unseren Gästen Tina Fröhlich (Südkurier) und Daniel Goldstein (u.a. Tagesspiegel) fliegen wir durch die Liga, schauen auf alle Teams und haben sogar noch ein DFEL-Extra für euch im Gepäck.Eiszeit FM sind Philipp Koehl und…

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Market Garden 80: Arnhem's Darkest Hour (Part 3) 56:13

2d ago56:13

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Al Murray and James Holland return to the streets of Arnhem, where the battle intensifies. The chaos deepens as the British forces, now reinforced by the South Staffords, face relentless German counterattacks. XXX Corps' delayed arrival adds to the uncertainty, while Frost’s men at the bridge fight desperately to hold their ground. Will they manage…

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Market Garden 80: XXX Corps Begin (Part 2) 56:51

3d ago56:51

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Join Al Murray and James Holland as they continue their deep dive into Operation Market Garden with the challenges faced by the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions. In this episode, they explore the critical decisions and unexpected setbacks on the ground as Allied forces race to secure vital bridges. Meanwhile, XXX Corps begins its push through the …

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Market Garden 80: Descent Into Chaos (Part 1) 1:00:23

8d ago1:00:23

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Al Murray and James Holland kick off their deep dive into Operation Market Garden, focusing on the intense and chaotic first day at Arnhem. What made the British airborne forces push forward despite the odds? Discover the tactical decisions, the unexpected German resistance, and the slender margins that shaped this historic battle. Could it have al…

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Burma 44: Imphal - The Battle of Kohima (Part 6) 37:25

10d ago37:25

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In this final episode in our Burma 44 series, Al and James turn their attentions a little further north and to the astonishing Battle of Kohima. Surrounded and besieged, the small garrison held out but as Al and Jim discover, it was a very close run thing indeed, but this - and other heroics - ensured General Slim and his Fourteenth Army won a crus…

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The Velvet Underground and Nico (self titled) 1:37:10

13d ago1:37:10

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What happens when haunting melodies meet themes of sadomasochism and drug use? Join us as we revisit the cult classic album The Velvet Underground & Nico, exploring the profound impact it had despite its initial commercial failure. We'll kick things off with a lively debate on the best way to introduce this groundbreaking record to new listeners, c…

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Episode 153 - Arcs, Draft & Write Records, and Dorfromantik: The Duel 1:13:06

13d ago1:13:06

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Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content In this episode of the Polyhedron Collider Podcast, Steve, Andy, and Rory break the mould and discuss a game on the bleeding edge of the tabletop gaming zeitgeist: Arcs, from Leder Games. Andy shares hi…

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Burma 44: Imphal - Crisis (Part 5) 39:54

15d ago39:54

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In this fifth episode, Al and James look at the progress of the Battle of Imphal and how the Japanese prompted several deep crises as Slim’s men desperately fought to halt the multi-pronged enemy attacks. They also focus on the extraordinary - and battle-saving - actions at Sangshak and Numgshigum. But a further great threat looks at Kohima… A Goal…

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Burma 44: Imphal - The Battle Begins (Part 4) 38:46

17d ago38:46

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In this fourth episode, Al and James turn their attention to the Assam front and the major battle being planned by the Japanese. General Mutaguchi Renya’s aims were nothing less than the destruction of the Allies in South East Asia and the conquest of India, but General Slim’s plans were also ambitious: to destroy the Japanese 15th Army around Imph…

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Episode 46: Captive (Film and Soundtrack Review) 50:09

19d ago50:09

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The wait is over. Jonny and Tyler finally break the chains and liberate Captive from the RevU2 holding bay. But will this largely ignored, cult film and OST live up to expectations?By RevU2

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Burma 44: The Battle of The Admin Box (Part 3) 59:46

23d ago59:46

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It was one of the defining battles of 1944, but what really happened at the Admin Box - and where was it? In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command of General Bill Slim as they confronted relentless Japanese offensives in the harsh jungles and unforgiving terrain of S…

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Burma 44: Slim’s Plan (Part 2) 46:44

1M ago46:44

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To overcome the devastating retreat in Burma, Major Bill Slim had to devise a cunning tactical plan to beat the Japanese. From airpower to armour - Al Murray and James Holland detail the Brummie’s masterplan. In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command of General Bill S…

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Episode 155: Beach Reads 1:06:59

30d ago1:06:59

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Thr gang sits down and discusses games they would classify as good "Beach Reads" Games discussed can be find in the links below: Dread Good Society Labyrinth Knit game Two Summers Heart of the Dearnicorn - A Mending, Epitath, Quiet Year 9th Level Games - Kobolds Ate my Baby, Mazes, Polymorph, Others Possum Creek Games - Sleepaway, Wandehome, Wicked…

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Burma 44: The Challenge (Part 1) 52:34

1M ago52:34

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Al Murray and James Holland introduce the extraordinary challenge of fighting in the Middle East. As Louis Mountbatten is appointed Supreme Allied Commander - he discovers a new jewel in the Empire’s crown: General Bill Slim. In this gripping series, they explore the extraordinary challenges faced by the British and Indian forces under the command …

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A Year in the Life - Episode 8: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band 1:07:07

1M ago1:07:07

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Jonny and Tyler bring you their review of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album.By RevU2

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USA - The Struggle for Saint-Lô 49:33

1M ago49:33

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James Holland and John McManus examine the fierce fighting around Saint-Lô, a vital crossroads in the Normandy campaign. As American forces struggle through the dense hedgerows and fortified German positions, the battle becomes a grim test of endurance and strategy. The hosts unpack the grueling conditions and tactical innovations that defined this…

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Episode 152 - Castellans, Sky Team, Port Royal: The Dice Game, and Maps Of Misterra 1:13:38

1M ago1:13:38

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Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content In this jam-packed episode of tabletop gaming chat, we have a few miniature painting brags to get out of the way before we delve into four in-depth board game reviews (sorry if you were hoping for some …

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Nevermind (Nirvana) 2:01:36

1M ago2:01:36

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Episode 50: Nevermind (Nirvana). McCartney In Goal is the podcast that debates the great albums of pop music, using a competitive knock-out format. Today we’re discussing, Nevermind which was the second studio album by Nirvana. It was released on September 24, 1991. Unlock the story behind Nirvana's first release on a major label and the first to f…

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Griffon Engines, Airfix Models and the Secrets of Z-Force 43:34

1M ago43:34

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What is the greatest Airfix Model kit that has never been sold? How did tommies make their ration packs edible while out in the field? Al Murray and James Holland answer listener questions. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @‌WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘Independent Co…

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Patton, Trump and Firing a Bren Gun 47:30

2M ago47:30

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As the dust settles on #WHWF24, Al Murray and James Holland are joined by John McManus to reflect on a superb weekend of WW2 lectures and living history. Warning: Contains shameless self-congratulation! Join our Patreon to hear all talks from We Have Ways Fest 2024 in the coming weeks. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer…

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Eine Dreiviertelstunde mit Leon Gawanke - Eiszeit FM Episode 088 48:28

1M ago48:28

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Die Adler luden nach St. Leon-Rot und wir nutzen in Form von Sven die Möglichkeit zum ausführlichen Gespräch mit Leon Gawanke.Alles zu seinen Plänen mit den Adlern, seine Zeit in Kanada und den USA, warum er sich in Mannheim so wohl fühlt und natürlich auch zu DER Szene der Playoffs.Eiszeit FM sind Philipp Koehl und Sven Metzger.(Fotocredits: Charl…

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Episode 154: The One Ring 54:09

1M ago54:09

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The team sit down at the table to discuss and review, The One Ring Second Edition from Free League Publishing. Pick up the game here! Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dice by Metallic Dice Games: Follow this link: https://fanrolldice.com and enter the promo code STORY…

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USA - The American Beast: Capturing Guam 54:01

2M ago54:01

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The US mission in July 1944 was simple, create a series of airbases across Tinnian, Saipan and Guam - making an of attack within Japan's ring of defence. But, despite the awesome levels of Allied bombardment - landing in Guam was not quite plain sailing. James Holland and John McManus discuss. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec …

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Maquis Madness, Polish 'Liberation' and MacArthur's Plan 46:33

2M ago46:33

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How much do you know about the disastrous Maquis plan to protect the Vercors Massif during July 1944 - ending in the deaths of over 650 resistance fighters? Al Murray and James Holland join forces after We Have Ways Fest 2024 to look at what was happening across the globe - this time 80 years ago. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Theo Young-Smit…

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Terrain of Terror: Battleground Normandy (Live) 41:38

2M ago41:38

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Al, Jim and the brilliant John Buckley take a look at the nature of the fighting in Normandy, the challenges for both sides and the different approaches both sides took battling in this terrain. Recorded at We Have Ways Fest 2024, join our Patreon or Apple member's club to hear all talks from the weekend. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey Mc…

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Germany's Last Stand: The Battle of the Bulge (Live) 24:47

2M ago24:47

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It’s one of the most iconic battles of the war and it’s a salivating prospect to have two master historians discussing a subject they have both written about and know intimately well. John McManus and Peter Caddick-Adams band together to delivery this scintillating festival talk - recorded at #WHWF24. Missed a talk at the festival? Join our Patreon…

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Episode 153: Achtung! Cthulhu, D-Day: The Darkest Day with John Houlihan 1:00:43

2M ago1:00:43

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Griffin is joined by John Houlihan from Modiphus Games to discuss their newest book for Achtung! Cthulhu, D-Day: The Darkest Day. Check out the game here! Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dice by Metallic Dice Games: Follow this link: https://fanrolldice.com and enter…

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Episode 151 - Yonder, Cthulhu Death May Die, and Achtung Cthulhu 1:09:58

2M ago1:09:58

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Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content No, it’s not a Bisto advert, it’s Rory and Steve’s gushing review of Yonder from Sinister Fish[/company], their latest worker placement boardgame from Villagers and Moon designer Haakon Gaarder - which …

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The Plot To Kill Hitler: After The Bomb (Part 2) 55:40

2M ago55:40

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Picking up seconds after the clam shell bomb detonates - Al Murray, James Holland and Roger Moorhouse detail the aftermath of the courageous July bomb plot. As conspirators are slaughtered with piano wire, they ask whether the assassination was destined to fail and if history misremembers Stauffenberg’s politics. A Goalhanger Production Produced by…

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The Plot To Kill Hilter: The Assassin (Part 1) 1:04:01

2M ago1:04:01

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July 20th. 1944. Wolf's Lair. Claus von Stauffenberg sets in motion a plot to assassinate Hitler and overthrow the Nazi high command. What were the reasons behind Stauffenberg’s conspiracy, how was it planned and what was the ‘Secret Germany’ he aspired for. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy + India Dunkley Exec Producer: Tony Pasto…

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A Year in the Life - Episode 7: Revolver 1:09:03

2M ago1:09:03

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This week on #AYITL, A Year in the Life, the latest podcast from the RevU2 podcast it's summer, the sun is shining and Jonny and Tyler are ready for the next Beatle's album. Relax and float downstream with Tyler and Jonny as they circumnavigate Revolver.By RevU2

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USA: The War in Saipan 48:16

2M ago48:16

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As war raged on land in Western Europe in June 1944, the island of Saipan witnessed a naval bombardment never seen before. John McManus leads James Holland in a crash course on the first objective of Operation Forager - the brave battle of the US Marines and 27th Infantry Division to occupy the Marianas. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McC…

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Normandy: The Final Chapter 38:45

2M ago38:45

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As Al Murray and James Holland return on English shores, they look back at their Normandy podcast series - the way we think about war, and the foolish decision made by former PM Rishi Sunak to leave D-Day commemorations early. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @‌WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodca…

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Episode 152: Building a Nostalgic Game 1:01:36

2M ago1:01:36

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Logan and Kim come back to the table to talk about how to incorperate nostalgia in your games, be it campaign...or something bigger! FInd the Overly Sarcastic Production episode discussed in todays Episode here! Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dice by Metallic Dice G…

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Alles Dallas, oder was? - Eiszeit FM Episode 087 1:04:59

2M ago1:04:59

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Huhu, uns gibt es noch. In der neuesten Folge schauen wir auf DEN Adler-Transfer des Sommers: Die Weiterverpflichtung von Dallas Eakins als Cheftrainer und Manager in Personalunion. Aber natürlich interessiert uns der gesamte bisherige Adler-Kader und deshalb blicken wir auf die einzelnen Zugänge und besprechen, was sonst noch alles passieren könnt…

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Hill 192: Capturing Kraut Corner 36:26

3M ago36:26

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Al Murray and James Holland delve into the Battle of Hill 192 - a crucial fight between the 2nd Infantry Division and German 3rd Fallschirmjäger Division to capture this key strategic point near Saint-Lô. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehavewayspodcast@gmail.com Join our ‘…

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The Battle of Hill 112: The Hill is Secured (Part 2) 55:37

3M ago55:37

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Securing the high ground was key to victory in Normandy. Al Murray and James Holland continue their journey in the footsteps of Allied soldiers from 80 years ago. Through idyllic fields, thick forest and deep hedgerows - they pick out individual stories of the first joined up operation after the 6th June landings. A Goalhanger Production Produced b…

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Episode 150 - Terminus, Sand, Rebirth, and Windmill Valley 1:16:34

3M ago1:16:34

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Why not buy a board game from our sponsors Kienda: kienda.co.uk/polyhedroncollider Warning: This podcast contains strong language and adult content The boys from the Collider are back and they are still reeling from all the board game goodies they picked-up during the UK Games Expo - which means this is a packed episode full of reviews of the lates…

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The Battle of Hill 112: The Barrage Begins (Part 1) 42:24

3M ago42:24

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The Battle for Normandy didn’t end with D-Day. James Holland is re-united with Al Murray to retrace the steps of the Allied Operation EPSOM - 80 years to the day. Through idyllic fields, thick forest and deep hedgerows - they pick out individual stories of the first joined up operation after the 6th June landings. A Goalhanger Production Produced b…

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D-Day: A Warning From History? 34:41

3M ago34:41

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Will we lose a tangible connection to WW2 once the final veteran dies? Is Europe sleepwalking into another monumental war? Continuing our on-the-ground Normandy series, James Holland meets up with friends and historians to chat about the legacy of Operation OVERLORD. A Goalhanger Production Produced by Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Socia…

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Episode 151: Mazes 1:11:58

3M ago1:11:58

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Griffin guides the team, through the depths of 9th lvl Game's, Mazes, A retro dungeon crawl! Pick up the game here! Want to join the conversation? Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/gPVH7a9 We are also affiliates with Fan Roll Dice by Metallic Dice Games: Follow this link: https://fanrolldice.com and enter the promo code STORYTOLD10 to receive …

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The Sherwood Rangers in Normandy: The Noireau (Episode 2) 41:22

3M ago41:22

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Stan Perry is given an almost impossible task; in the dead of night - find a suitable crossing of the Noireau. His success is legendary, but the days that follow will change the Sherwood Rangers forever. Follow the moving and explosive story of the Sherwood Rangers' gripping battle in the immediate days after D-Day. A Goalhanger Production Produced…

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The Sherwood Rangers in Normandy: BLUECOAT (Episode 1) 46:01

3M ago46:01

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Through the tiny villages and fortress-like roads of Normandy, James Holland retraces the steps of Stanley Christopherson’s tank crew as they edge towards Berlin. Follow the moving and explosive story of the Sherwood Rangers' gripping battle in the immediate days after D-Day. HEAR EPISODE TWO NOW by joining our Apple Channel or Patreon A Goalhanger…

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A Year in the Life - Episode 6: Rubber Soul 59:29

3M ago59:29

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