History: Hits and Stories

By History: Hits and Stories

History: Hits and Stories brings the past to life through the moments that mattered most and the stories behind them. Each episode explores major historical events, iconic figures, and turning points ... more

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The podcast currently has 190 episodes available.

History: Hits and Stories episodes:

January 19, 2026 Inside Hitler’s Waffen-SS Strategy
In this episode, we analyze Hitler’s long-term strategy for building the Waffen-SS into an elite force. In this episode, we focus on loyalty, competition with the army, and battlefield reputation.

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January 18, 2026 The Island That Bled in WWII
In this episode, we tell the story of how Okinawa became soaked in blood during World War II’s final stretch. We examine the choices that made the battle relentlessly deadly.

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6min
January 18, 2026 The Military Logic Behind Iwo Jima
In this episode, we walk through the strategic reasoning behind capturing Iwo Jima. We explain how it supported US air and naval dominance.

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6min
January 18, 2026 How Marines Secured Guadalcanal
In this episode, we explain the step-by-step campaign that led to Marine control of Guadalcanal. We cover the battles that made victory possible.

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5min
January 17, 2026 A Chess Match in the Desert
In this episode, we compare the desert campaign to a long, tactical chess match. In this episode, we explain how each move forced costly responses.

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5min
January 17, 2026 Midway’s Week That Changed History
In this episode, we explore how a single week in June reshaped the entire Pacific War. We explain why Midway stands as one of history’s most decisive battles.
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5min
January 17, 2026 Japan’s Calculated Risk at Pearl Harbor
In this episode, we analyze why Japan believed attacking Pearl Harbor was worth the risk. In this episode, we explain how short-term gains outweighed long-term consequences.

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5min
January 16, 2026 Why Kursk Was a Soviet Masterclass
In this episode, we analyze how the Soviets executed one of the most effective defensive operations in military history. In this episode, we explain how patience and planning defeated German speed and firepower.

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5min
January 16, 2026 How Urban Warfare Destroyed the Nazis
In this episode, we explain how street-by-street fighting neutralized German military advantages. We show why Stalingrad became a nightmare Germany could not escape.
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6min
January 15, 2026 Why Dunkirk Wasn’t a Total Loss
In this episode, we explain why Dunkirk avoided becoming a complete disaster. In this episode, we unpack how survival reshaped Allied strategy.
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4min

FAQs about History: Hits and Stories:

How many episodes does History: Hits and Stories have?

The podcast currently has 190 episodes available.