x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War

Seth Paridon, William Toti

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War Podcast is the creation of Seth Paridon and Bill Toti. Seth is a World War II historian with over 20 years experience who"s many roles also was serving as a chief historian for The National WWII Museum for 15 years. Bill is not a historian, but is a retired submarine commodore and military planner with a special interest in the Pacific War. Bill has a unique perspective to offer as one who spent more than a decade sailing those same waters where the

history courses

All Episodes

01:48:55

The Mission Beyond Darkness-Battle of the Philippine...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/12/26

This week Seth, Bill and Jon Parshall tackle the second day of the Battle of the Philippine Sea, also known as the Mission Beyond Darkness. On Jun e20, 1944 Admiral Marc Mitscher made the bold decision to launch his aviators in a risky, long-distanced duck strike. In an attempt to get the killing blows on Ozawa's carrier force Mitscher sent an enormous strike of 240 aircraft. The strike, the first on Japanese carriers since 1942, produced mixed results and ended in one of the more famous, if not

en

02:10:40

Battle of the Philippine Sea-The Great Marianas...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/12/19

This week Seth, Bill and wingman Jon Parshall take a very deep dive into the first day of the Battle of the Philippine Sea, June 19, 1944, better known as The Great Marianas Turkey Shoot. The trio looks at the Japanese plans, how they fell into American hands, and all the drama and intrigue between US Admirals as the largest Japanese fleet yet put to sea in the war heads straight for Task Force 58. The decisive battle that the Japanese hung their hopes on turns into one of the biggest routs in

en

01:31:25

The Invasion of Saipan Part 3 of 3 with Jon Parshall

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/12/12

This week Seth and Bill welcome back good buddy Jon Parshall to complete the three-part discussion on the pivotal invasion of Saipan. The team goes into deep detail on the final Japanese martial act on Saipan, the infamous Gyokusai of July 7, 1944. During the Gyokusai, two regiments of the 27th Infantry Division's 105th Infantry Regiment are overrun in the largest banzai charge of the entire Pacific war. The final, last gasp, of the Japanese military on Saipan doesn't end the dying, however.

en

01:46:32

The Invasion of Saipan Part 2 of 3 with Jon Parshall

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/12/05

This week Seth and Bill are again joined by good pal Jon Parshall to discuss the evolving invasion of Saipan. After the Marines pushed off of the beachhead, the advance inland progressed nicely until the 27th Infantry Division ran into incredibly difficult terrain and vicious Japanese defense at Naftan Point and Death Valley. In the resulting mess of Death Valley, Marine General Holland Smith relieved Army General ralph Smith, igniting a firestorm of controversy in what became known as Smith

en

01:37:49

The Invasion of Saipan Part 1 of 3 with Jon Parshall

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/11/28

This week Seth and Bill welcome great pal Jon Parshall back to the show for a 3 episode run on the invasion of Saipan as part of Operation FORAGER. In this episode, the team discusses the pre-invasion bombardment, the first large deployment of the UDTs (forerunners of today's Navy SEALS), Draper Kaufmann, the landings by the 2nd and 4th Marine Divisions, and the utter chaos of the beachhead. The guys go into the Japanese counterattack on the Marine beachhead. The guys go through the largest

en

01:37:28

Preparation for Operation FORAGER

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/11/21

This week Seth and Bill dive into the preparation for Operation FORAGER, the American invasion of the Mariana Islands in June 1944. The team discusses the absolutely massive amount of materiel, men, ships and logistics involved as the largest amphibious operation mounted thus far in the Pacific, kicks off.

en

01:39:52

The Big E-Battle History of USS Enterprise Part 2

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/11/14

This week Seth and Bill dig into the battle history of The Big E, USS Enterprise (CV-6) starting in 1943 until the end of the war. Tune in and see what the team has to say about the second half of the Galloping Ghost of the Oahu Coast's war record.

en

01:56:06

Exploring the Battle of Midway Shipwrecks with Jon...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/11/07

This week Seth, Bill, and frequent and always welcome Wingman Jon Parshall take a look at the recently released underwater archaeological video footage of the wreck sites of AKAGI, YORKTOWN (CV-5), and KAGA. The trio breaks down what we see in the footage, how the damage shown relates to the battle, what happened in these historic locations, and much more. Tune in and see what the team has to say about the incredible video footage and (we think) pretty cool commentary.

en

01:22:54

Leapfrog-The Invasions of Hollandia and Aitape with...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/10/31

This week Seth and Bill welcome back guest John McManus to talk about the dual invasions of Hollandia and Aitape. The trio discusses the logistical issues that plagued the Americans once the initial successful assaults came off and the bitter fighting that occurred at and around Aitape after the operations were both "secure."

en

02:01:36

The Big E-Battle History of the USS Enterprise Part 1

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/10/24

This week Seth and Bill take a look at the 1941-43 battle history of the Navy's most celebrated ship, the famous USS Enterprise (CV-6). The team breaks down some of The Big E's WWII battle history by diving into her actions from commissioning until 1943. Bill and Seth dive into her actions at Pearl Harbor, Midway, the Canal and others. Tune in and see the first part of a two-part mini-series this season on the most famous ship of WWII.

en

01:39:07

Operation HAILSTONE-The Carrier Raids on Truk with...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/10/17

This week Seth and Bill welcome back guest and good friend Jon Parshall as the trio discusses Operation HAILSTONE, better known as the Carrier Raids on Truk. Following the opening portion of the Marshall Islands campaign, Admiral Spruance brings Marc Mitscher's fast carriers to Truk to absolutely wreak havoc on the supposed "Japanese Pearl Harbor". Tune in and see what the team has to say about the devastating raids.

en

01:53:36

Operation FLINTLOCK-The Marshall Islands Campaign...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/10/10

This week Seth and Bill welcome a new guest, fantastic historian, John McManus to the show to discuss Operation FLINTLOCK-The Marshall Islands Campaign. The next step in the road to Tokyo follows the Central Pacific Drive as it leaves the Gilberts and acquires positions in the Marshall Islands. Utilizing the lessons learned from Tarawa, the V Amphibious Corps stretches its legs and wipes out the Marshall Islands with the Army's 7th Infantry Division and the new 4th Marine Division. Tune in and

en

01:17:07

Green Inferno-The Campaign for Cape Gloucester

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/10/03

This week Seth and Bill take a look at Operation BACKHANDER, better known as the battle for Cape Gloucester that was fought from December 1943 through early 1944. The team examines the short but sharp fight executed by the jungle veterans of the 1st Marine Division as they endured yet another miserable, rain-soaked, hell hole of an island. Tune in and see what the team has to say about this oft-forgotten fight.

en

01:40:14

Command Review of 1943 in the Pacific

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/26

In this first episode of Season 3, Seth and Bill dive into the topic of leaders and leadership during 1943 in the Pacific. The team breaks down the decisions, performances, and personalities of several of the leading figures that factored into the success of 1943 before we get into the climactic year of 1944.

en

00:15:52

Special Episode: Bill shows you where Nimitz died,...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/22

In this special (short) episode, Bill brings you to the house at Treasure Island where Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz died. He visits with Ellen Spruance Holscher and David Bogart, Admiral Spruance's grandchildren, to hear personal recollections of Spruance the man. And he visits the Richmond Kelly Turner, Charles Lockwood, Raymond Spruance, and Chester Nimitz gravesites at Golden Gate National Cemetery, California.

en

02:14:47

Special Episode: Captain Toti's Pearl Harbor (Part 2)

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/19

This week Bill takes you on a tour of Pearl Harbor, to include USS Bowfin, the Pacific Submarine Force Museum, and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. PS-- this is our version of "Operation Shoestring" where we try to do on location video podcasts on a shoestring budget, complete with audio problems! The good news is that we learned from this and future attempts will be better.

en

01:05:44

Special Episode: Captain Toti's Pearl Harbor (Part 1)

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/12

This week Bill takes you on a tour of Pearl Harbor, to include Admiral Kimmel's office (with a great revelation regarding Admiral Nimitz), the site of the HA-19 midget submarine grounding, the spot where midget submarine I-22 tau was sunk in Pearl Harbor, Lockwood Hall to include the Clean Sweep Bar and the Skipper's Lounge, the site of Station Hypo, USS Missouri, and various other sites at Pearl Harbor. Join us next week for Part 2 of Captain Toti's Pearl Harbor. PS-- this is our version of

en

01:37:58

Bloody Betio-Tarawa Days 2-3 and Wrap Up

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/05

This week Bill and Seth wrap up the bloody battle for Betio as they go through days 2 and 3 of the historic fight for Tarawa. Then the team goes into the significance of the Battle of Tarawa and what it's implications held for the remainder of the war and even today.

en

00:15:52

Special Episode: The Nimitz House, a visit with...

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/09/04

In this special episode of "The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War" podcast, Bill brings us to the house Admiral Nimitz "retired" to and died in, he visits with the grandchildren of Admiral Raymond Spruance, and he brings you to the gravesites of Admirals Nimitz, Spruance, Lockwood, and Turner.

en

01:51:56

Utmost Savagery-Tarawa Day 1

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War ·

2023/08/29

This week Seth and Bill dive into day 1 on Bloody Betio as the 2nd Marine Division assaults Tarawa atoll as part of Operation GALVANIC. The team discusses the absolute bloodbath that was D-Day ashore at Betio, the mistakes, the successes and the heroism of the common Marine. The team takes a deep dive into the personal stories that offer countless moments of inspiration.

en

216 results

Similar Podcasts

The Old Front Line

Paul Reed

Today In History with The Retrospectors

The Retrospectors

جنود خلدهم التاريخ

ALSUMOOD PODCAST

Film History - Daily

Inception Point Ai

Madonna - Biography Flash

Inception Point Ai