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Never Mind The Dambusters

Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies

Never Mind The Dambusters…It’s The Bomber Command Podcast!Join historians and authors Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies as they delve into the world of RAF Bomber Command during the Second World War. In this weekly podcast (episodes released every Wednesday), Jane and James explore strategy, policy, and the events which shaped one of the most controversial campaigns of the war. Despite their iconic status, Bomber Command"s history extends far beyond the famed Dambusters raid of 1943 and the

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39:47

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 42 - Bomber Command Losses...

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2025/03/29

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** Episode on general release on Wednesday 9th April 2025 In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies engage with Dave Gilbert, the losses archivist at the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln, England. Dave explains the background to the development of the centre, and relates how he ( and a team of volunteers) went about compiling the details of over 58,000 men and women...

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53:44

Episode 40 - The Invisible Campaign: Bomber Command...

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2025/03/26

Send us a message or question! *** PART 1 OF 2 ***Subscribers can listen to Part 2 now. In this episode of Never Mind the Dam Busters, host James Jefferies and guest Jane Gulliford Lowes delve into the often-overlooked history of RAF Bomber Command's gardening operations during World War II. They discuss Jane's new book, 'The Invisible Campaign', which sheds light on the complexities and significance of mine laying operations. The conversation covers the mechanics of mines, the ...

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53:44

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 40 - The Invisible Campaign:...

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2025/03/23

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** PART 1 OF 2 *** Episode on general release Wednesday 26 March 2025. ***Subscribers can listen to Part 2 now. In this episode of Never Mind the Dam Busters, host James Jefferies and guest Jane Gulliford Lowes delve into the often-overlooked history of RAF Bomber Command's gardening operations during World War II. They discuss Jane's new book, 'The Invisible Campaign', which sheds light on the complexities and signif...

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49:02

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 41 - The Invisible Campaign Part...

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2025/03/23

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** On general release on 2 April 2023 *** (Part 2 of 2) Summary Jane and James continue their discussion about Bomber Command minelaying operations, to mark the publication of Jane's book, The Invisible Campaign: Bomber Command Gardening Operations 1940-1945. In the episode the team consider the strategic importance of these operations, their impact on the Battle of the Atlantic, the Channel Dash, the U-boat campaign, and persona...

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50:33

Episode 39 - Night Fighter Offensive, with Stuart...

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2025/03/19

Send us a message or question! Summary In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford-Lowes and James Jefferies are joined by historian Stuart Burbridge to discuss the often-overlooked aspect of the RAF Bomber Command's offensive against Luftwaffe night fighters during World War II. The conversation covers the technological innovations, strategies, and the psychological impact of the night fighter campaign, as well as the statistical analysis of its effectiveness. Stuart...

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50:33

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 39 - Night Fighter Offensive,...

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2025/03/15

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! ***Episode on general release Wednesday 19th March 2025. In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford-Lowes and James Jefferies are joined by historian Stuart Burbridge to discuss the often-overlooked aspect of the RAF Bomber Command's offensive against Luftwaffe night fighters during World War II. The conversation covers the technological innovations, strategies, and the psychological impact of the night fighter c...

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50:55

Episode 38 - A German Jew in Bomber Command: Escape,...

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2025/03/12

Send us a message or question! *** Episode on general release on Wednesday 12th March 2025. In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we have an incredible conversation with Marc Stevens as he shares the extraordinary story of his father, the man he knew as Squadron Leader Peter Stevens, MC. It was only some years after his father's death that Marc discovered his true identity, and the tragic story behind the events he uncovered. We explore Peter’s remarkab...

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50:55

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 38 - A German Jew in Bomber...

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2025/03/08

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** Episode on general release on Wednesday 12th March 2025. In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we have an incredible conversation with Marc Stevens as he shares the extraordinary story of his father, the man he knew as Squadron Leader Peter Stevens, MC. It was only some years after his father's death that Marc discovered his true identity, and the tragic story behind the events he uncovered. We ...

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36:42

Episode 37 - Operations Manna and Exodus, with Dr...

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2025/03/05

Send us a message or question! In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we join historian Dr. Sarah-Louise Miller to explore her research on WWII operations, including Operation Manna and Operation Exodus in the Spring and early summer of 1945. We examine the emotional impact of war stories, the humanitarian efforts of the RAF, and the experiences of POWs returning home. As we navigate the challenges of writing about such sensitive topics, we reflect on the power of personal stori...

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36:42

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 37 - Operations Manna and Exodus,...

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2025/03/01

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** Episode on general release on Wednesday 5th March 2025 In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we join historian Dr. Sarah-Louise Miller to explore her research on WWII operations, including Operation Manna and Operation Exodus. We examine the emotional impact of war stories, the humanitarian efforts of the RAF, and the experiences of POWs returning home. As we navigate the challenges of writing about such sensitive topic...

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44:52

Episode 36 - A Question and Answer Fest!

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2025/02/26

Send us a message or question! This week we answer (or at least attempt to answer) some of your questions - and there are some absolute corkers! Including... How do you go to the loo in the middle of a bombing operation? Which operations counted towards your tour total? Where did spent ammo cartridges go? What about Bomber Command ops outside the European theatre? How were aircrew assessed and assigned to their individual roles? Why did Bomber Command have a higher l...

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44:52

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 36 - A Question and Answer Fest!

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2025/02/24

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! ** Episode on general release Wednesday 26th February 2025 This week we answer (or at least attempt to answer) some of your questions - and there are some absolute corkers! Including... How do you go to the loo in the middle of a bombing operation? Which operations counted towards your tour total? Where did spent ammo cartridges go? What about Bomber Command ops outside the European theatre? How were aircrew assessed a...

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55:31

Episode 35 Restoring a Lancaster: The NX611 "Just...

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2025/02/19

Send us a message or question! This episode is dedicated to the memory of Christopher Panton, KIA 30th March 1944. We are delighted to welcome Andrew Panton, General Manager of the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre. Together, we explore Andrew's deep-rooted family history with the Lancaster Bomber NX611 "Just Jane", the emotional impact of war on his family, and the ongoing restoration efforts at the Heritage Centre. Andrew shares personal stories about his great uncle ...

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44:39

Episode 34 Writing the Bomber War - The Official...

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2025/02/12

Send us a message or question! Who writes history, and why? In this episode, we are delighted to welcome back Professor Alan Allport to discuss the British "Official Histories" of the strategic bombing campaign. We explore the origins, authors, and public perception of these histories, as well as the arguments presented by Sir Charles Webster and Noble Frankland. Our conversation delves into the challenges faced during the publication process, the reactions from military figures, incl...

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55:31

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 35 Restoring a Lancaster: the...

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2025/02/08

Subscriber-only episode Send us a message or question! *** Episode on general release Wednesday 19th February 2025 This episode is dedicated to the memory of Christopher Panton, KIA 30th March 1944. We are delighted to welcome Andrew Panton, General Manager of the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre. Together, we explore Andrew's deep-rooted family history with the Lancaster Bomber NX611 "Just Jane", the emotional impact of war on his family, and the ongoing restoration efforts...

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Episode 33 Bomber Command: The Chaplain's Story

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2025/02/05

Send us a message or question! In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we welcome Reverend Eleanor Rance, the first female Church of England Chaplain in the Royal Air Force. Eleanor shares her personal experiences from her time on deployment with the RAF in Iraq, and insights into the crucial role chaplains played during the Second World War, especially in offering emotional and spiritual support to airmen. We discuss the historical context of RAF chaplaincy, the challenges faced...

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Episode 32 - Bomber Command VCs (pt 1) - Gray and...

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2025/01/29

Send us a message or question! In a change to our usual format, this episode focuses on the Victoria Cross winners from RAF Bomber Command, specifically Sergeant Thomas Gray and Flying Officer Donald Garland. Over the course of the current series, we'll be telling the stories of the men who received the British Military's highest award for gallantry "in the presence of the enemy". We begin by discussing the history and significance of the Victoria Cross, the profiles of the two ai...

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44:39

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 34 Writing the Bomber War - The...

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2025/01/28

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a message or question! *** Episode on general release Wednesday 12 February 2025Who writes history, and why? In this episode, we are delighted to welcome back Professor Alan Allport to discuss the British "Official Histories" of the strategic bombing campaign. We explore the origins, authors, and public perception of these histories, as well as the arguments presented by Sir Charles Webster and Noble Frankland. Our conversation delves into the challenges f...

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53:35

🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 33 Bomber Command: The...

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2025/01/26

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a message or question! ** Episode on general release Wednesday 5 February 2025. In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, we welcome Eleanor Rance, the first female Church of England Chaplain in the Royal Air Force. Eleanor shares her personal experiences from her time on deployment with the RAF in Iraq, and insights into the crucial role chaplains played during the Second World War, especially in offering emotional and spiritual support to airmen...

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34:24

🔒 (PREMIUM) Ep. 32 - Bomber Command VCs (Pt 1) - Gray...

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2025/01/25

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a message or question! ** Episode on general release Wednesday 29 January 2025In a change to our usual format, this episode focuses on the Victoria Cross winners from RAF Bomber Command, specifically Sergeant Thomas Gray and Flying Officer Donald Garland. Over the course of the current series, we'll be telling the stories of other men who received the British Military's highest award for gallantry "in the presence of the enemy". We begin by disc...

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