The History of WWII Podcast

The History of WWII Podcast

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.

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Episode 632-Battle of Savo Island

June 12, 2026 • 35 mins
Adm. Fletcher, nervous about losing more carriers departs Guadalcanal. Not 24 hours later the Japanese attack. Join Ray Harris Jr. (The History of WW2 Podcast), Tony Lupo, and Ryan Fairfield (The Warrior Next Door Podcast) for a live crossover event to share your personal stories of family or friends who served in WWII. When: Thursday, July 9th | 7:00 – 9:00 PM EST Moderator: Shaun Hall (Veterans Breakfast Club) ...
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Episode 631-Their First Banzai Charge

June 8, 2026 • 24 mins
The fighting on Gavutu, Tanambogo and Tulagi is intense. The US Marines have air power and naval might to support them, the Japanese have the Banzai attack, which they unleash for the first time. Both sides will bleed to hold these islands. Join Ray Harris Jr. (The History of WW2 Podcast), Tony Lupo, and Ryan Fairfield (The Warrior Next Door Podcast) for a live crossover event to share your personal stories of family or friends wh...
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Episode 630-Steve Vesce Interview: Harry Hopkins: One Ordinary Man

June 5, 2026 • 60 mins
Entrepreneur and author Steve Vesce comes on to talk about his book, One Ordinary Man: A Novel Based on the True Story of Harry Hopkins. Mr. Vesce follows Hopkins as he get intertwined in ever larger events, first the Great Depression and then helping to form The Big Three: FDR, Churchill and Stalin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 629-Mop Up The Americans

June 2, 2026 • 25 mins
With Marines on Guadalcanal, Adm. Yamamoto orders an overwhelming response. He wants the Americans chased away. Japanese air craft arrive first, but the Wildcat fighters of Enterprise and Saratoga are waiting for them.  Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny suppo...
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Episode 628-Interview w/ Anthony Maras: Director of Pressure

May 26, 2026 • 29 mins
Director, editor and co-writer of the D-Day film Pressure, Anthony Maras shares behind the scenes tidbits and little known gems of the final hours before D-Day was launched. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 627-Interview with Dave R. Holland

May 22, 2026 • 54 mins
Dave Holland, author of Guadalcanal: The Pivotal Battles of the Matanikau Front, comes on to get us started on Operation Watchtower. Why was Guadalcanal chosen by the U.S. as a starting point to take on the Japanese. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 626-Operation Watchtower Begins

May 19, 2026 • 23 mins
US Marines land in the Guadalcanal area. The plan is to march up the Solomon Islands. But first they have to survive the coming Japanese counter attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 625-Next Stop: Guadalcanal

May 14, 2026 • 24 mins
With Midway over the U.S. has to decide how to proceed. But the Japanese make the decision for them, by landing on Guadalcanal. But who will get the command, Nimitz or MacArthur? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 624-The Battle of Midway Comes To An End

May 8, 2026 • 26 mins
The main victory of Midway has been accomplished, but Spruance goes for more. Meanwhile, Japanese sub I 168 stalks the wounded Yorktown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 623-And The Hiryu Makes Four

May 5, 2026 • 21 mins
Through a stroke of luck, the Americans find the last enemy carrier. Despite a series of mistakes, the Enterprise and Hornet launch their final attack. Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny supports the show and keeps the history coming. https://worldwariipodcast.net/m...
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Episode 622-Yorktown: Abandon Ship

May 1, 2026 • 19 mins
Though hit with 3 bombs the Yorktown seems to have survived. But then comes 10 Kate Torpedo Bombers. Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus episodes, expert interviews, and commercial-free listening for just $5/month! Every penny supports the show and keeps the history coming. https://worldwariipodcast.net/members/ Donations are always welcome and help keep...
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Episode 621-Did Japan Start WWII?

April 28, 2026 • 67 mins
Jake Clapham of Flashback History joins Ray to discuss Japan's 1931 invasion of China, setting off a chain of events that will lead to Pearl Harbor. Listen on your usual podcast player or watch the video on YouTube  https://worldwariipodcast.net/  https://youtu.be/H0AXg4i_XlI?si=BIVrXCmcXMHO-caN  Want to go beyond the battlefield with The History of WWII Podcast? Dive deeper into the war with exclusive bonus ...
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Episode 620: The Hiryu Strikes Back

April 24, 2026 • 25 mins
The Japanese, down 3 carriers, still seeks combat with the Americans.  YouTube Live event: https://studio.youtube.com/video/Z1kmrD7qhnM/livestreaming. June 6, 2026. 7-9pm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 619-Flight to Nowhere

April 21, 2026 • 21 mins
While the various aircraft from Enterprise and Yorktown attack Nagumo’s Kido Butai, the majority of the Yorktown’s fly elsewhere, engaging no one. AND, join us on June 6th, from 7 to 9pm to share your family’s WWII Stories. YouTube Live event: https://studio.youtube.com/video/Z1kmrD7qhnM/livestreaming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 618-Midway: Nagumo's Dilemma

April 15, 2026 • 28 mins
Adm. Nagumo, after his first raid on Midway, has 15 minutes to decide if he should launch another one. But the continuous attacks from Midway and the US carriers take his options away.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 617-Top 5 Technologies of WWII

April 10, 2026 • 61 mins
The Hosts of The Warrior Next Door Podcast, Ryan Fairfield and Tony Lupo, join me as we discuss the Top 5 technological improvements or discoveries of WWII.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 616-Midway: First Blood

April 7, 2026 • 24 mins
Adm. Fletcher will have the Yorktown with him as he battles Adm. Nagumo’s 1st Air Fleet. Both sides will make mistakes, but one will make less. Both will lose much.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 615-Battle of Midway: Prelude

April 3, 2026 • 30 mins
Adm. Yamamoto makes his plans for Midway, but Adm. Nimitz sees the Cherub that sees them and plans accordingly.  The Ghosts of the Battle of the Coral Sea will be felt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 614-The Lexington is Lost

March 31, 2026 • 36 mins
The Americans lose a carrier, Lady Lex, but the Japanese plan to take Port Moresby is also ruined. Meanwhile, the Japanese Striking Force is to follow and finish off the Yorktown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 613-The First Carrier Battle

March 27, 2026 • 25 mins
Both the American and Japanese carrier groups launch air strikes at the other. The outcome will affect the SW Pacific and Australia’s security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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