Episodes

  • Japan's Road To War: Countdown To Infamy (Part 4)

    Japan's Road To War: Countdown To Infamy (Part 4)
    Apr 8 2026
    What did military planners in Japan think was the best way to attack The United States? How did the war in Europe influence policy in both America and Japan? When did both sides realise peaceful negotiations were over in favour of war? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 4 of this new series as they explore the warhawks and shifting geopolitics which brought an unwinnable war to the shores of Japan. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Get your ticket for We Have Ways Fest 6 here! A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Japan's Road To War: Honne & Tatemae (Part 3)

    Japan's Road To War: Honne & Tatemae (Part 3)
    Apr 6 2026
    What is Honne and Tatemae in Japanese culture? How did Honne and Tatemae possibly contribute to the slide into war? When was the deadline set for peaceful negotiations with The United States to conclude in favour of war? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 3 of this new series as they explore the warhawks and shifting geopolitics which brought an unwinnable war to the shores of Japan. Get your ticket for We Have Ways Fest 6 ⁠here!⁠ Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Japan's Road To War: Power Behind The Throne (Part 2)

    Japan's Road To War: Power Behind The Throne (Part 2)
    Apr 1 2026
    Why did Yōsuke Matsuoko want war with the Western Allies? How did Japanese military planners contribute to aggressive imperial expansion? What did wider events in WW2 history do for shifting Imperial Japan's war aims? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 2 of this new series as they explore the warhawks and shifting geopolitics which brought an unwinnable war to the shores of Japan. To watch the ad-free, video-supported, version of this episode, please head to our Patreon page directly. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Get your ticket for We Have Ways Fest 6 here! A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Japan's Road To War: Empire Of The Rising Sun (Part 1)

    Japan's Road To War: Empire Of The Rising Sun (Part 1)
    Mar 30 2026
    Why did Japan enter WW2? How did Japanese expansion in China lead to a deteriorating economy? When did Japan attack Pearl Harbor? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 1 of this new series as they explore the warhawks and shifting geopolitics which brought an unwinnable war to the shores of Japan. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Get your ticket for We Have Ways Fest 6 here! A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Audie Murphy: Germany (Part 4)

    Audie Murphy: Germany (Part 4)
    Mar 26 2026
    How did Audie Murphy win his Medal of Honor? What did Audie Murphy do after WW2? When was the end of WW2 for the Allies? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 4 of this new series as they look at the incredible life and wartime exploits of America's most decorated soldier of WW2, Audie Murphy. To watch the ad-free, video-supported, version of this episode, please head to our Patreon page directly. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Members also get priority access and discounts to live events. A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Audie Murphy: Rome & France (Part 3)

    Audie Murphy: Rome & France (Part 3)
    Mar 24 2026
    When was Operation Dragoon? How many times did Audie Murphy get injured? What happened to the rest of Audie's friends? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 3 of this new series as they look at the incredible life and wartime exploits of America's most decorated soldier of WW2, Audie Murphy. To watch the ad-free, video-supported, version of this episode, please head to our Patreon page directly. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Members also get priority access and discounts to live events. A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Audie Murphy: The Cave & Anzio (Part 2)

    Audie Murphy: The Cave & Anzio (Part 2)
    Mar 19 2026
    What happened to Allied attacks at Anzio? How did Audie Murphy spend his time in Naples? When was Rome captured by the Allies in WW2? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 2 of this new series as they look at the incredible life and wartime exploits of America's most decorated soldier of WW2, Audie Murphy. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Members also get priority access and discounts to live events. A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Audie Murphy: Sicily & Salerno (Part 1)

    Audie Murphy: Sicily & Salerno (Part 1)
    Mar 17 2026
    Why did Audie Murphy join the Army in WW2? When did US troops fight against Axis forces for the first time? How old was Audie Murphy when he enlisted to serve in the US Army? Join Al Murray and James Holland for Part 1 of this new series as they look at the incredible life and wartime exploits of America's most decorated soldier of WW2, Audie Murphy. Start your free trial at ⁠patreon.com/wehaveways⁠ and unlock exclusive content and more. Enjoy livestreams, early access, ad-free listening, bonus episodes, and a weekly newsletter packed with book deals and behind-the-scenes insights. Members also get priority access and discounts to live events. A Goalhanger Production Produced by James Regan Editor: Charlie Rodwell Exec Producer: Tony Pastor Social: @WeHaveWaysPod Social Producer: Harry Balden Email: wehaveways@goalhanger.com Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins