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The History of WWII Podcast
by Ray Harris Jr
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About the show
A biweekly history podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail.
The History of WWII Podcast is produced and narrated by Ray Harris Jr. Ray has a degree in history from James Madison University. I’ve been obsessed with the events and people from WWII since I first learned of them. I’ve been waiting years for someone to do a podcast on WWII and couldn’t wait any longer.
Latest episodes
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Episode 659-Nimitz Brings In Bull Halsey
October 1, 2026 · 18 minThe Battle of Guadalcanal is not going well for the Americans and the politicians in Washington are worried that they will lose the entire island. While they await events, Adm. Nimitz makes a move. Adm. Ghormley is out and Adm. William…
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Episode 658-On Their Knees, but Still Defiant
September 28, 2026 · 24 minAs intense as the fighting as been, the Japanese increase the tempo, bringing the Americans to their knees. Still, they fight on. While Gen. Vandegrift asks for more of everything, Adm. Yamamoto sends all his has against…
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Episode 657-Hell Comes to Henderson Field
September 24, 2026 · 23 minThe Japanese pull out all the stops in attacking Henderson Field. Meanwhile, Japanese reinforcements continue to land on Guadalcanal. Gen. Vandegrift pleads for help. This episode is sponsored by Coveron. One scam can cost you everything…
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Episode 656-Interview with Catherine Katz: Shadow Before the Flame-The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War
September 21, 2026 · 59 minHistorian and writer Catherine Katz joins us to cover the horrendous accident of the airship Hindenburg's tragic end. More over, the Nazi's lies and coverups after the event point to much larger sinister kind of government that bullies its…
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Episode 655-Jason Bell Interview: Operation Sparrow
September 17, 2026 · 50 minOperation Sparrow will decide if D-Day is successful. But first 3 OSS Agents have let themselves be caught by the Germans to plant the deception. Prof. Jason Bell comes on to cover one of the greatest gambles of WWII. This episode is…
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Episode 654-America's Revenge: The Battle of Cape Esperance
September 14, 2026 · 29 minThe Americans need to do something they haven’t done before, win a night naval engagement. This episode is sponsored by Coveron. One scam can cost you everything. Protect yourself now. The first 100 users get 20% off with code…
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Episode 653-Interview w/ Jared Diamond: Profits, Prophets, Coaches & Kings
September 10, 2026 · 50 minPulitzer Prize winner Jared Diamond comes on to discuss his book, Profits, Prophets, Coaches and Kings. Can one person change the world? What qualities determine effective leadership? How do individual talent and historical circumstances…
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Episode 652-Chesty Puller Chooses Death
September 7, 2026 · 25 minWith the Japanese forces in disarray to the west of Matanikau River, Marine Gen. Vandegrift will hit the enemy to his east. Meanwhile, the commander of the Japanese 17th Army himself lands on Guadalcanal. And as the Marines retreat back…