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  • Hearts of Steel - With Jim Carter

    Hearts of Steel - With Jim Carter
    Jul 1 2024

    Today i was joined by Jim Carter.

    Jim is an author who wrote the fantastic Hearts of Steel.

    Hearts of Steel explores the time of the Royal Navy from the end of World War 1 to the Battle of Crete in May 1941. During this period the Royal Navy was taking the fight to the German war machine. There were losses, but great victories too. It was a time of developing tactics and a growing realisation that the day of the Aircraft Carrier was now, whilst the sun was setting on the era of the Battleship. The tale is unique, following the service record of an able seaman of the period. However, this is not a biography of a single man. The narrative follows the careers of the ships in which he served, their crews, commanding officers and the development of the Royal Navy as it evolved from the period of sail and canon to oil fired steel castles that could accurately hurl a shell over 12 miles.

    We chatted in depth about Jim's Great Grandfather, and in particular, about HMS Nubian and it's war career.

    Thanks to Jim for joining me.

    The link to Jim's book is here - https://www.jimcarter.online/shop

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    45 min
  • Shot in The Face By The Taliban - Life and War with The Royal Green Jackets and The Rifles - With Kieran "Woody" Haywood

    Shot in The Face By The Taliban - Life and War with The Royal Green Jackets and The Rifles - With Kieran "Woody" Haywood
    May 13 2024
    Today I was joined by my friend Kieran "Woody" Haywood.

    Woody served for 21 Years in the British Army in The Royal Green Jackets and The Rifles. He saw active combat in Iraq and Afghanistan where he was shot in the face by the Taliban during a firefight.

    We spoke about his life in the Army where he had a varied career that included winning various Boxing Championships, attempting brutal SAS selection and how PTSD has effected him and his post Army life.

    Woody wrote a detailed diary of his time in Afghanistan which I was lucky to get a copy of, he is the process of hopefully getting it published.

    If you where affected by any of the stories in this Podcast, or if Woody's honesty about his struggles with PTSD have encouraged you to wish to take action then I have linked below a few links for mental health support.

    Combat Stress - https://combatstress.org.uk/

    NHS - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/armed-forces-community/mental-health/veterans-reservists/

    This episode will also be available on YouTube, Woody has kindly supplied me with some pictures which show some of his wounds and time on tour.

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    1 h et 17 min
  • The Battle of Berlin - With Anthony Tucker-Jones

    The Battle of Berlin - With Anthony Tucker-Jones
    May 2 2024

    I was joined once again by the fantastic Historian Anthony Tucker-Jones to talk about the events of 1945 and the Battle of Berlin.

    We discuss the fall of the Third Reich, the events of the Seelow Heights, Hitler's descent into madness as well as some of the tragic individual tales from the worlds most turbulent period.

    Anthony's new book is out soon, to keep up to date with him - https://atuckerjones.com

    My YouTube is here - www.youtube.com/channel/UC4y2VEewZpgwxfHFwT0TVsQ

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    52 min
  • Gran Sasso, The Italian Campaign and More - With Jon WW2 Wayfinder

    Gran Sasso, The Italian Campaign and More - With Jon WW2 Wayfinder
    Apr 10 2024

    I was joined today by Jon from the WW2 Wayfinder YouTube Channel.

    We discussed his travels to Italy to view the sites at Monte Cassino, Gran Sasso and more, we chat about the incredible difficulties that the Allies and Axis troops faced fighting in Italy.

    Jon's fantastic channel can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@WW2Wayfinder

    The Gran Sasso video is here https://youtu.be/qMtqQ0KPvj4?si=-iopJGai1KTO8cDp

    Thank you all for supporting the channel.

    If you'd like to contact me as always you can find me at - afewminutespod@outlook.com

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    55 min
  • Noel Chavasse: The WW1 Double VC Hero

    Noel Chavasse: The WW1 Double VC Hero
    Apr 3 2024

    I shall be talking about the only man to be awarded the VC twice during the First World War, his name was Noel Chavasse.

    His first honour came at the Somme. His second, at Passchendaele, cost him his life.

    An incredible man who left behind an incredible legacy of how far Medical Staff will go to help their patients.

    If you’d like to get in touch email me at: afewminutespod@outlook.com

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    7 min
  • Bombing Hitler's Hometown - With Mike Croissant

    Bombing Hitler's Hometown - With Mike Croissant
    Mar 25 2024

    I was joined today by the Mike Croissant who is a former CIA Officer and Author.

    Mike's book "Bombing Hitler's Hometown: The Untold Story of the Last Mass Bomber Raid of World War II in Europe" tells the incredible story of the airmen of the Fifteenth Air Force who embarked on a deadly mission to bomb one of Europe’s most heavily defended targets—Linz, Austria—the town Hitler called home.

    Through his research and interviews with surviving veterans of the mission, Mike brings to life the story of incredible bravery and courage.

    His website that features interviews and more can be found here - https://www.mikecroissant.com/

    To order a copy of the book - https://www.amazon.com/Bombing-Hitlers-Hometown-Untold-Bomber/dp/0806543027 - and many more websites!

    If you'd like to contact me as always you can find me at - afewminutespod@outlook.com

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    32 min
  • The American Civil War Part 2 - With Michael Stroud

    The American Civil War Part 2 - With Michael Stroud
    Mar 19 2024

    In todays Podcast, I am joined by Michael G. Stroud once again as we tackle the American Civil War in Part 2 of our 3 Part series.

    We discuss the likelihood of a Confederate victory, the key battles and so much more!

    Big thanks to everyone listening and downloading, the Podcast has charted in several countries recently and its amazing to see!

    The linkto Michaels new book on the Byzantium's Twilight can be found below!

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWZ1WX7K?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_K794NPVMP7TMF8TX8SGT&language=en-US

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    1 h et 11 min
  • The American Civil War Prelude To War - With Michael Stroud

    The American Civil War Prelude To War - With Michael Stroud
    Mar 14 2024

    I was joined today by my good friend and long time collaborator Michael G Stroud.

    This is Episode 1 in a 3 part series on the American Civil War.

    Today we discuss the prelude to the American Civil War, why it happened and what factors played a part in the Confederacy breaking away from the union.

    The Link to Michaels new book on the Byzantium's Twilight can be found below!

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWZ1WX7K?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_K794NPVMP7TMF8TX8SGT&language=en-US

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    51 min