Bit of a Bore Now
Over the years this pod has devolved from sincere history into a promotional vehicle for Holland and Murray's careers. It can be quite good, but all too often it's just Al and Jim yukking it up and shilling for themselves. The occasional political commentary betrays an elitist bias (Murray is a direct descendent of William Makepeace Thackeray, after all), as well as a frankly bigoted and shockingly simplistic view of American culture and current affairs. Still, the pod's stature does attract big-name guests. Listen, but be aware that the hosts are mighty pleased with themselves -- and they might consider your views beneath their enlightened intellect.Read full review »
SullyAg via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/09/24
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Wonderful podcast. Serious subject but these guys are marvelously funny. My dad fought in the American First Army, Second Armored, and I have long been fascinated by WWII. Al and James are simply terrific.
TDSUtah via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/01/19
Absolutely love the podcast. I’ve binged most the episodes since I first discovered the podcast last week and can’t wait for new episodes. Their enthusiasm for the topic is infectious and makes me want to find out about a topic each week!
Salisburybadger via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 07/07/19
With the questions coming in and the knowledge of both Al and James, of film and what actually happened, the facts, the stories, the first hand accounts, and where to find them that they themselves are hearing from each other makes this really informative with touches of humour and tinges of...Read full review »
GraniteCityLoonABZ via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/10/19
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