Best Pacific War Channel Podcasts (2025)

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The Battle of Plataea | Greco-Persian Wars 1:39:47

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In a time when the sun burned bright over the Aegean, a ragtag chorus of Greek city-states stood shoulder to shoulder against a vast Persian host. Our tale begins in the shadow of fear, as whispers of invasion echoed through Athens, Sparta, and the loyal yet divided Ionian cities. But from the depths of danger arose something rarer: unity. As the P…

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General Anthony C. McAuliffe Recounting 'NUTS' 3:05

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Send us a text Listen to General Anthony C. McAuliffe Recounting the German Demand to Surrender and his 'NUTS' response in December 1944. Support the showBy We Happy Few 506

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Immediate Post Pearl Harbor America with Rich Frank Part 1 - Episode 521 1:00:45

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome back their good buddy historian Rich Frank to the show to talk about immediate post Pearl Harbor America. In the days and weeks after Japan's successful attack on Pearl Harbor and Oahu, the United States found itself in a strange new world. The news hit both FDR and the populace like a thunderbolt cau…

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The Battle of Salamis | Greco-Persian Wars 1:34:56

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In a world where oars stitched the sea like threads in a loom, a vast Persian fleet pressed toward the Greek isles, its banners glimmering like storm-lit sails. At the heart of the Greek defense stood Athens, a city of bronze-voices and sea-worn hands. The Greeks faced a choice as old as the waves: retreat or outwit the storm. On an early dawn, the…

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Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq 58:43

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Can Turkey act as a stabilising force in Syria and Iraq, or are its policies driven by short-term security concerns? As Ankara seeks to navigate the shifting geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, its approach to Syria and Iraq has become a key test of its regional influence. In this episode of Global Security Briefing, Neil Melvin is joined by…

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Marshall Islands Raid, Butch O'Hare Medal of Honor, and Coral Sea Archival Footage-Episode 520 1:19:05

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a dive into the archival footage world of the US National Archives and look at imagery from the Marshall Islands Raid of February 1, 1942. After looking through selected shots, the guys dig into previously unrecognized archival footage of Edward "Butch" O'Hare's Medal of Honor action. The footage was sho…

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The Battle of Thermopylae | Greco-Persian Wars 1:27:14

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In this Echoes of War Podcast we cover the battle of thermopylae during the Greco-Persian Wars In a sun-bleached dawn, the world watched as Persian banners flickered like blood-touched banners across the Aegean. King Xerxes, hungry for empire, pressed a vast army toward Greece. But beyond the shore, a whisper of resistance gathered: a Greek coaliti…

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Masters of Air actor - Darragh Cowley 1:04:05

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Send us a text This week, joining Matt and Doug, we had Masters of the Air actor Darragh Cowley join us on the podcast this week, Darragh portrayed Lt Glenn Graham on the show, and although, in his words, his time on screen is minimal, but he had an incredible amount to tell and one that I am proud to have had on the Podcast to talk with Matt and D…

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Attack on Pearl Harbor: The Second Wave - Episode 519 1:46:41

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall wrap up the Japanese attack on Oahu with the second wave. As the first wave of Japanese attackers winged off and away from Oahu, the second wave followed them into the area just a short 15 minutes later. Seth and Jon get into the weeds of the second wave discussing the vast differences between the two assault…

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The Battle of Marathon | Greco-Persian Wars 1:16:50

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In this echoes of war podcast we cover the epic battle of Marathon during the Greco-Persian Wars The Battle of Marathon, fought in 490 BCE, was a pivotal clash that reshaped ancient warfare and Greek identity. Outnumbered Athenians, led by seasoned commanders with Plataean allies, faced a vast Persian army under Darius I as the first Persian invasi…

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Author James Holland 59:07

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Send us a text Joining us this week, is author James Holland, and they discuss WW2 films on screen, and what makes them good and bad but also, how James started his own journey as a writer. Support the showBy We Happy Few 506

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The UK's 2025 Carrier Strike Group Deployment and Britain’s Indo-Pacific Tilt. 48:25

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The Royal Navy Fleet flagship in Asia prompts a critical question: How serious is Britain about the Indo-Pacific? Against a backdrop of deepening UK - Japan defence and economic ties, shifting US engagement, and growing regional security pressures, this episode of Global Security Briefing explores what the HMS Prince of Wales' 2025 mission reveals …

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Attack on Pearl Harbor: The First Wave Part 2 - Episode 518 1:04:03

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall wrap up the First Wave of the attack on Pearl Harbor by covering what happens to USS California, USS Arizona, and other ships in the anchorage before they move inland. The guys get into the attacks on Hickam Field and tell the story of the inbound flight of B-17s coming in from the mainland. Flying into a war…

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The Ionian Revolt | Greco-Persian Wars 1:38:44

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In the shadow of the vast Persian Empire, a whisper grew into a roar along the Ionian coast. The Ionian cities, once confident under their own laws, found themselves staring up at a new, distant ruler. Aristagoras, a cunning and ambitious leader, stood at a crossroads: bow to tyranny or risk everything for freedom. He chose the latter, believing un…

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Attack on Pearl Harbor: The First Wave Part 1 - Episode 517 1:14:54

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall finally get to the meat of the Pearl Harbor series with Part 1 of our discussion of the First Wave. We get into the nuts and bolts of 1st Air Fleet's run towards Pearl Harbor, the launch sequence, the attack plan and the flight into Oahu in great detail, giving way to conversations about William Outerbridge a…

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The Elite Marshals Who Built Napoleon's Empire 1:52:02

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In the discussion, Napoleon’s marshals are examined through a collaborative, idea-driven chat among hosts Craig, Gav, and guest Victor. The central idea is constructing “dream teams” of marshals by weighing each commander’s strengths, weaknesses, and rivalries within the context of the Napoleonic Wars. The conversation treats selection criteria as …

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Prepping for Pearl Harbor: American Defenses - Episode 516 1:39:50

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at the American preparations, or lack thereof, for an attack on Pearl Harbor. The guys take a dig into Admiral Husband Kimmel and General Walter Short by looking at their personalities, history, leadership and, above all, steps for an eventual war with Japan and how to deal with it. Diving into th…

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The Battle of Bataan 1:12:51

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In a steamy dawn on the Philippine island, the air crackled with the distant drums of war. The Battle of Bataan began as a clash of stubborn wills: American and Filipino soldiers holding a rocky line against a tide of Japanese assault. The defenders trained for this moment, yet shortage gnawed at their ranks—fuel, medical supplies, and food thinnin…

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New Podcast - The Great Rescheduled Episode 30:27

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Send us a text New Podcast episode, we did have a guest planned but due to scheduling or rescheduling, we have had to move him to another date, so tune in and catch up with Matt and Doug, and we touch upon our Patreons meet up in Aldbourne that we hosted on Saturday. Support the showBy We Happy Few 506

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Japanese Planning for Pearl Harbor - Episode 515 1:27:54

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall dig into the Japanese planning for the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941. The guys get into the brain behind the idea, that being Admiral Yamamoto Isoroku, and his first ideas for the plan in April 1940. The guys discuss the growth of the plan from idea to reality through 1940, into 1941, including dive…

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The Japanese Invasion of the Philippines 1:28:58

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In the gripping saga of World War II, the Philippines became a pivotal battleground during the Japanese invasion in 1941. General Douglas MacArthur, the Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in the Pacific, faced a harrowing challenge as Japanese forces launched a well-coordinated assault. The chaos broke loose as American troops found themselves scat…

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The Air War Over China 1937-40 with Justin Pyke - Episode 514 1:56:35

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome a new guest to talk about the air war over China. Justin Pyke joins us and delivers a masterful performance talking about an oft-forgotten aspect of the war in China. We always talk about nerding out--well here you go guys. We get into everything from the first deployment of the G3M, to the P-36 Hawk …

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How General Douglas MacArthur Blundered the Defense of the Philippines 1:20:24

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General Douglas MacArthur's military leadership during the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941-1942 is often viewed through the lens of his controversial strategies and decisions. This episode dives deep into MacArthur's failures, particularly highlighting the inadequacies of War Plan Orange, which inadequately prepared American and Filipi…

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Ben Milligan - Author of 'By Water Beneath The Walls' 1:00:57

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Send us a text Joining us this week is former Navy Seal now author and historian Ben Milligan, who wrote 'By Water Beneath The Walls: The Rise of the Navy Seals' who talks to us about why he became a Navy Seal and what led him to write a book on the history of the SEALS. Support the showBy We Happy Few 506

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Countdown to Pearl Harbor-Diplomatic Warfare Part 2 with Rich Frank - Episode 513 1:25:07

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This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall welcome their good buddy Rich Frank back to the show to continue last week's conversation on the diplomatic road to Pearl Harbor. The guys pick up where they left off and begin with Rich's key steps to the oil embargo of July 1941. The discussion is fascinating as the trio waxes poetic on the world vi…

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Craig Answers Questions about Tolkien's First Age 1:34:23

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Welcome to this episode of Echoes of War, where hosts Craig and Gaurav delve into the captivating world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium. In this intriguing session, they explore a theme with a different twist, examining the First Age of Middle-earth with a focus on its mysterious history and complex characters. Join us as we navigate the fascinatin…

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Does the Trump Administration Have an Indo-Pacific Security Strategy? 48:26

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Tensions in the Indo-Pacific are testing US power and alliances. What does this mean for regional strategy and for the UK? In this episode of Global Security Briefing, host Neil Melvin is joined by Dr. Kori Schake, senior fellow and the director of foreign and defence policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute, and Dr Philip Shetler-Jones,…

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The Family behind Saving Private Ryan - The Niland Family 54:49

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Send us a text Joining us this week are a family with an incredible story that became the bases for the movie Saving Private Ryan, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Hanks and Matt Damon to name a few. We speak with Preston Niland, whose father was one of the 4 Niland brothers where 3 of the 4 were initially believed to have been killed …

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The Diplomatic Road to Pearl Harbor Part 1 with Rich Frank - Episode 512 1:19:46

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome their good friend, the "Grand Poo-Bah" of Pacific war historians, Rich Frank to the show to discuss the actions of Japan and the United States between the years 1938 and early 1941. Incidents such as the sinking of the USS Panay, FDR moving the fleet to Pearl Harbor, the Japanese move into Indochina, …

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The Battle of Jutland Part 2: The clash of Battleships ft Simon 1:32:59

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Join Craig from the Pacific War Channel, along with Simone and Gaurav, as they delve into the epic Battle of Jutland, the largest naval battle of World War I. This episode offers a deep dive into the strategic maneuvers, naval tactics, and the sheer scale of this historical clash between the British Grand Fleet and the German High Seas Fleet. Exper…

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Military Advisor, Stuntman and Actor - Robert Garcia 57:15

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Send us a text Joining us this week is US Marine veteran, Military Advisor, stuntman and actor, Robert Garcia, whose CV is mind-blowing from appearing in The Shield, The Pacific, Black Panther and many many more and all round great guy. Support the showBy We Happy Few 506

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Doolittle Raid Archival Footage Dissection - Episode 511 1:08:20

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at the archival footage from the famous Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942. There are several iconic moments in Pacific War history, or WWII for that matter, and the Doolittle Raid ranks right up there in the top five for sure. The guys take a peek at some footage that hasn't been seen very much, as…

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The Battle of Jutland Part 1: Battle Cruiser Action! ft Simon 1:46:03

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Welcome to a captivating episode of Echoes of War, where Craig from the Pacific War Channel delves deep into one of the most significant naval battles of World War I, the Battle of Jutland. Joined by co-hosts Guarav and Simon, the discussion explores the strategic maneuvers, leadership conflicts, and the overwhelming scale of this historic confront…

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Have the Recent Conflicts Transformed the Middle East? 55:49

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Open warfare has crossed the Middle East, and in its wake came an erosion of the norms of statesmanship and the power of international law to avert conflict. What are the implications for deterrence, diplomacy, and the future of UK, US, and regional strategy? In this episode of Global Security Briefing, host Neil Melvin is joined by RUSI experts Bu…

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Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval; Academy Class of 1940 with Craig Symonds - Episode 510 59:30

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome noted author and historian Craig Symonds to the show to discuss Craig's new book. Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 is an excellent read and this episode gives you a brief look at some of the grads who made an imprint on the Pacific side of the war. Craig is an amazing historian a…

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The Anglo-German Naval Arms Race ft Simon 1:33:16

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In the early 20th century, tension simmered beneath the surface of Europe as two great naval powers prepared for a showdown. Britain enjoyed a long-standing supremacy on the seas, but Germany, driven by a desire for status and power, sought to challenge this dominance. At the heart of this story was Admiral Sir John Fisher, a visionary leader in Br…

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Generation Kill - Director Susanna White 57:01

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Send us a text Joining us this week is Susanna White, director of HBO's Generation Kill, as well as an incredible CV that includes Star Wars TV show 'Andor'. An incredible insight into what made Generation Kill such a brilliant show and how there were a lot of similarities with Band of Brothers in its approach to making it a special show. Also, ple…

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FDR and the Preparation for War 1933-1940 - Episode 509 1:31:50

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a really deep dive into the preparation for the war that no one in the US wanted to fight. We have always said that it isn't like flipping on a light switch--the build-up had to start somewhere. Where did the US Naval and US Army build-up begin? In the heart of the Great Depression of all places. Seth an…

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Operation Husky Part 2: The Conquest of Sicily 1:20:27

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Hey did you know I have exclusive Podcast Episodes on Patreon? Click here to check out episodes such as "What if Japan invaded the USSR during WW2?: https://www.patreon.com/pacificwarchannel In the summer of 1943, the Mediterranean island of Sicily became a pivotal battleground in World War II. Recognizing its strategic importance, the Allies launc…

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How Should the UK Approach European Security? 48:17

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How is the UK's Labour government approaching European security, and how does this compare to the Conservatives? In this episode of Global Security Briefing, host Neil Melvin is joined by Professor Richard Whitman to examine how much has changed since Labour came to power. The UK is currently setting a path to navigate an uncertain world in a serie…

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January through March 1942 in Pearl Harbor Archival footage Dissection-Episode 508 1:25:26

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at some really, really cool National Archives archival footage. The guys dig into the records of Hollywood director John Ford's Field Photographic Unit that operated on Oahu, mainly at Kaneohe and Pearl Harbor from February-May 1942. In a startling, but super cool, discovery, the guys find footage…

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Operation Husky Part 1: The Invasion of Sicily 1:23:06

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Don't forget to check out Private Internet Access using my link to receive 83% off, 4 months free with a 30 day money back guarantee: https://www.piavpn.com/PacificWarChannel In July 1943, as World War II raged on, the Allies launched Operation Husky—the invasion of Sicily—aiming to open a new front against Axis forces. This ambitious undertaking w…

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The Battle of Nomonhan/Khalkhin Gol - Episode 507 1:21:29

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This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall dig into a little-known event that had massive implications on the future progression of the Pacific War. In 1939, the renegade Japanese Kwangtung Army decided, on their own, to launch an offensive against Soviet and Mongolian forces near the small village of Nomonhan. Initial Japanese successes were …

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Thunder Run Meiktila with Jack Bowsher 1:06:59

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In this Echoes of War Podcast Craig interviews Jack Bowsher, of The Forgotten War Podcast, and author of Forgotten Armour, who has just written a new book titled Thunder Run Meiktila 1945: The greatest combined arms manoeuvre battle of WW2. Many histories of the Burma Campaign reach their peak with the remarkable battles of Imphal and Kohima in 194…

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Can Russia-Ukraine Negotiations to End the War Succeed? 40:18

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Is there a real near-term prospect of an end of Russia's war against Ukraine? RUSI experts explain four and a half months of the Trump Administration's approach to the war. In this episode of Global Security Briefing, host Neil Melvin is joined by Professor Samuel Greene, who teaches Russian politics at King's College and is a senior fellow at the …

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The War in China 1937-1940 - Episode 506 1:34:07

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This week Seth Paridon and co-host Jon Parshall take a look at the war in China from 1937-1940. Major clashes occurred in 1937, most notably at Nanking, where the guys get into both the battle and the Rape of Nanking, both catastrophes that grabbed the world's attention with both hands. Following that, we get into the negotiations, such as they wer…

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Author of ‘Behind the Scenes - The Dramatic Lives of Philip Burton’ - Angela V.John 1:03:03

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Send us a text Joining us this week, is author Angela V.John, who wrote the recently released book 'The Dramatic Lives of Philip Burton'. For those who may not know, Philip Burton was the mentor of the Hollywood legend, actor Richard Burton, as well as setting up the AMDA drama school in New York. You will get a wonderful insight in to both Philip …

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The Battle of Chaeronea: How Philipp II Conquered Ancient Greece 1:48:55

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Hey did you know I have exclusive Podcast Episodes on Patreon? Click here to check out episodes such as "What if Japan invaded the USSR during WW2?: https://www.patreon.com/pacificwarchannel In ancient Macedonia, a legendary figure emerged—Philip II, a father destined to be overshadowed by his son, Alexander the Great. Yet, it was Philip who transf…

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Exploring the Wreck of USS Yorktown - Episode 505 1:34:23

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This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take you guys on an exclusive look at the remarkable footage taken by NOAA during their recent dive on the wreck of the USS Yorktown (CV-5). Seth and Jon tour the wreck and focus in on some of the highlights of the footage, explaining what some of the material is, why it looks like it does, the state of the w…

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The Battle of Trafalgar: When Admiral Nelson Crushed Napoleon's Dreams 1:52:45

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Hey did you know I have exclusive Podcast Episodes on Patreon? Click here to check out episodes such as "What if Japan invaded the USSR during WW2?: https://www.patreon.com/pacificwarchannel Join Craig and Gaurav as they tell the tale of the greatest victory in naval history, the battle of Trafalgar! In the early 19th century, as the clouds of war …