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Great show
I just went to a funeral last week to say goodbye to a cousin of my mother. He was a navigator on a B17 8th Army Air Force stationed in England during the war. He was 96 yrs old. They had his old navigator maps. With his flight path in red grease pencil - one to Berlin. Plus his old pictures of him and his buddies In London on Liberty call. The Air Force sent a detail and gave the funeral flag to his Great Grandson. I’m of course sorry now I didn’t go talk to him more to record his memories. Sad to see him and the others of our Greatest Generation leaving us.
- wolfie/wolf
- April 25, 2022
GOOD WORK
Hi I am 13 almost 14 as of the 20th of April (2022). I had a Grandpa on my dad's side who served in the Pacific during ww2 on a repair ship. He never saw action. He returned and I believe he died before i was born or maybe I was too young to remember him.
The best!
Plenty of WW2 podcasts out there but this is the best. Paul’s reading of the men’s own words is heartwarming and his interview with his mother was wonderful.
Having a father who was in the middle of it all adds to Paul’s great work. He was kind enough to read the material I sent in about my own father (Normandy and then on through France, Battle of the Bulge and finally deep into Germany) and I’m so very appreciative.
Paul is a good man and has access to just the greatest stories!
- Herod Lowery
- March 20, 2022
Great tribute to all the men of WW2
If you enjoy unique perspectives of World War Two experiences then you owe it to yourself to give this show a listen.
Paul’s podcast is a true gem. Check it out and share with a friend or two.
- Addis Gap
- March 10, 2022
Fantastic podcast, priceless contribution!
This podcast is a must for anyone who is interested in WWII history, especially if you want first-hand accounts from the Veterans who were there. Paul is still traveling to interview these last surviving members of their generation who fought in the largest and most impactful conflict of the last century. The research is thorough, the narration is wonderful, and you can tell Paul is a genuine person who cares about getting Veterans’ stories out there. Thank you for this incredible contribution to the historical record, and keep up the good work!
- DCFRL
- Jan. 31, 2022
Tell all your WWII friends, This podcast is AWESOME!
Paul Cheall is a wonderful storyteller, a dedicated historian and and would give Shelock Holmes a challenge as a detective. I have listened to all his podcasts and am always eager for the next one to find out what he will uncover and share with us next. So, from this lifelong amateur WWII hobbiest, keep up the great work!
How good is that!!
John
Muskego, Wisconsin
- Happy Dad & Husband
- Jan. 30, 2022
Excellent Podcast
Paul Cheall is an excellent story teller and a true gentleman. I really enjoy military history, so finding his podcast has made being sick this past week a whole lot easier. ;-)
Vincent
Wyoming, USA
- Vincent in Wyoming
- Jan. 23, 2022
Thank you for the shout out
I am still looking for audio of your father’s book. And now the ladies fathers book. I heard her mention it might be out in the future. I look forward to them both. My eyes are bad so can’t read long without getting headaches. Even with the right prescription from the VA. Thank you again for the wonderful stories of the “greatest generation”.
- wolfie/wolf
- Jan. 17, 2022
Best WWII podcast
I love this podcast..... the intimate personal stories of individuals talking about their very interesting stories.... Keep up the great show!!
Dan - Canada
IT'S TRUE TIME TRAVEL - AND THE TRUEST KIND OF HISTORY
The history of World War II in the words of those who were there--whether in the front lines or on the home front. Paul Cheall has enabled us hear what happened and what it was like. Plus, as he promises us: "So much more." Here is a way for those of us who have been entrusted with the stories of the men and women of the Greatest Generation to share their words--and to honor their memories. Eighty years ago they saved the world. We shall not see their like again.
Great War Interviews
Amazing. Paul Cheall has a world war podcast like no other. I have thoroughly enjoyed every episode and re-listened to quite a few. A must for anyone intending to visit Normandy
Thanks
I’m very happy when this new podcast comes out Look forward to it. Helps me forget about all the problems of today. It makes it seem we really have it so easy. So glad you have the real heroes voices telling their stories.
- wolfie/wolf
- Nov. 18, 2021
Memories
Back as a 17yr old young man. Went to Dallas, Texas to see the 1978 Rock ‘n’ roll 4th of July Texas Jam concert. Stayed at my best friends Grandparents house. Had just read a Time Life WW2 book series about flying over the Hump to China. Found out his grandfather was a pilot flying the Hump. He was so surprised I knew all about it and ask a lot of questions. I could see he was happy and surprised a young “boomer” generation appreciated his service and stories. Listening to this podcast and a review you read about a lady who’s father flew the Hump. Brought back a happyMemory. Thank again for bringing back real stories of real heroes of the Greatest Generation
- wolfie/wolf
- Oct. 29, 2021
Always interesting
I have now listened to every podcast and I must every single episode whisks you away on an adventure. You hear of sacrifice, courage and lots more from all sides of the war and each episode is also like a history lesson. I consider myself a bit of a WWII buff but I always end up on goggle looking for more information after each episode. Keep up the good work and enjoy the 3 Calvados as a small reward for your amazing work.
Riding with a Mate
I drive with Uber Eats. This gives me plenty of hours to listen to this great podcast. I am still catching up and don’t look forward to the day when I have to wait for the next episode. The stories hold so many emotions from laughter to “moist eyes.” This is a very important record of this great generation. What is best is having Mr. Cheall’s, ah Paul’s, great narration and friendly tone. It is like riding with a friend who can tell great stories. “How great is that!”
- timmygeo
- Sept. 13, 2021
Just finished listening to Heidi’s Father’s memoirs
Mr. Cheall, I want to personally thank you for giving us all the privilege of hearing this amazing story! It was as if I was experiencing the war through this extraordinary teenager’s eyes! Well written and I have to say, your reading was Spot on! What an incredible job you did conveying this material to us in spoken word, you breathed life back into this man! I absolutely love your pod, and, as an American, you make me proud of my “mostly” English ancestry! Bravo sir!
- Tar Heel Virginian
- July 24, 2021
Amazing
Mr. Cheall’s,
Been listening to your podcast since the beginning. My grandfather was in ww2 as a master sergeant in the mobile artillery unit. He came in a few days after d-day and provided support for the advancing units. He would not talk about his experience much but I have recently found letters that he wrote my grandmother while he was over seas. My grandmother is 100 and let me read some of them and talk about an emotional rollercoaster reading them, it was eye opening and filled in on why he would not speak of his time over there. Anyways, I just wanted to tell you to keep up the great work of bringing the memoirs of all the brave men and women that fought through this war.
Thanks
Travis Moore
Charlotte, NC
- Cooper0917
- July 10, 2021
AWESOME!!!
As we say in the USA, AWESOME!!! Fantastic stuff!
My father, seven uncles and one great uncle were in WWII, all in combat and they all came back. My dad, Herod Lowery, drove a big Ward LaFrance tank wrecker fighting the Germans. He landed in Normandy at Omaha Beach on June 21 and on VE Day, he was in Kassel, Germany. The stuff you put up here is just the greatest.
Bill g
WOW—the story of the German soldiers war perspective was unbelievable.
Great job finding it and having the guts to have in your podcast.
Thanks again
- who cares about politics
- June 10, 2021
Excellent Stuff
The title says it all.
The episodes are all well put together excellent stories they make you laugh and also the odd tear or two.
Well worth listening to, and I have also purchased the Book behind the podcasts by Bill Cheall.
First Hand Accounts
Very well produced, clearly a labor of love. As good or better than any other WWII podcast I’ve found. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
- TravelSprout
- April 14, 2021
- Cjb122
- April 13, 2021
Best WW2 Hostorical Podcast Period
I’ve been a student of WW2 since I was 6 years old . I’d ask my Grandpa about his time in the big one ,and he’d tell me about day to day activities and pranks he and his brothers would play on one another. When I was a young man I finally got brave enough to ask about the darker aspects of war ,and he obliged best he could. I saw how he went back there and I had never felt closer to my hero than I did that day . It’s so important to archive these experiences . It’s like Churchill said “those who fail to learn from history are condemned to repeat it” and the host Paul is a wonderful man who brings these memories to life . I can’t thank him enough for the shout outs he did for my family (ep62) . If I could give it more stars I totally would. If you have an interest in history, this podcast Is a must listen. Paul gives perspectives from every angle. Being American we don’t learn about Dunkirk in history class and one episode is told from a German soldiers on D-Day . It’s fascinating to hear that. Paul please keep up the great work. I truly appreciate you Buddy. “Now how good was that?” lol , over and out !
- Mr.GoodCat7
- March 31, 2021
Top notch
I love this podcast so much. First hand accounts of the second world war are so important. I love the sweetness, humor, and reverence with which the host delivers these accounts. Highly recommended for all ages!
- Swishergirl24
- March 22, 2021
The best podcast for first hand accounts of WWII
I’m a 24yr old listener in the US who has no close family members (outside a very distant relative in the Navy in the 40s) who took part in WWII, or any American conflict outside of those somewhat recently in Panama, the Gulf War, and the War on Terror. Despite this I’ve been ever fascinated with World War II in all theaters from all sides, specifically with bomber aircrews of the USAAF. This podcast is fantastic for it’s first hand accounts. Having listeners write in with family stories and sharing diary entries from people in the midst of war puts a human touch on a conflict that is slowly becoming a historical footnote as the years pass on. I very much enjoyed Ep.47 on the German perspective on D-Day. That episode pushed me to write this review. I’d love to hear more about the Axis perspective if possible. Thank you for this great show.
-Josh
- JoshFromMinnesota
- Jan. 15, 2021
Amazingly Interesting 🧐
I am only ten years old, but out of attending so many online college lectures, listening to so many podcasts and reading an astounding number of books on WWII I think that this is the most heart-warming out of all of my materials. A son wanting to share the story of his fathers war experiences.
- Cjb122
- Dec. 7, 2020
Simply the best!! PLEASE give this a LISTEN!!
This podcast is simply amazing . The stories , history and adventures that are talked about on this show are truly remarkable . Sometimes I will listen to an episode and I will say “ well that’s it , can’t get any better than that one”... and guess what?? Next episode tops the previous ! I will have goosebumps from the action and I will be on the edge of my seat. Amazing job Paul. I could go on forever about how much I enjoy the show ! Much respect to your father and much respect to everything that you do to provide us such an amazing show. Jon From New Orleans , Louisiana USA
- blueline510
- Nov. 12, 2020
A gift of podcast
While this podcast may have started as a way to publicize his dad’s book, it has grown into a community that has recorded the history of the common soldier that would have been lost without Paul’s efforts. If you have even a slight interest in WW II, then you really owe yourself a listen.
- Rdsdfhgxxf
- Nov. 6, 2020
Special thanks to Paul
“Bumped” into this podcast. Wow, it blew me away. Great interviews, accounts and stories. Thanks for committing these untold accounts to posterity!
- Gumcutter
- Aug. 20, 2020