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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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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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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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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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🔒 (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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🔒 (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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55:40

Episode 31 A Coastal Command Base in WW2: RAF...

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2025/01/22

Send us a message or question! This episode has it all... Bombers in WW1, Coastal Command in WW2, Air-Sea rescue, anti-shipping operations, Balfour, Portal, Blenheims, Hudsons, Ansons, Kestrels, lifeboats and even flying naked over Norfolk in a bi-plane...Tune in for a fantastic discussion with Jamie Heffer, Chairman of the RAF Bircham Newton Heritage Centre.We delve into the history of RAF Bircham Newton, focusing on its significant role in Coastal Command during World War II. The conv...

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🔒 (SUBSCRIBER) Ep. 31 - A Coastal Command Base in...

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2025/01/18

Subscriber-only episode*** Episode generally available on Wednesday 22 January This episode has it all... Bombers in WW1, Coastal Command in WW2, Air-Sea rescue, anti-shipping operations, Balfour, Portal, Blenheims, Hudsons, Ansons, Kestrels, lifeboats and even flying naked over Norfolk in a bi-plane...Tune in for a fantastic discussion with Jamie Heffer, Chairman of the RAF Bircham Newton Heritage Centre. We delve into the history of RAF Bircham Newton, focusing on its significant role...

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42:01

Episode 30 - Building The Bombers, with Andrew Rawson

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2025/01/15

Welcome back - Series 2 is here!In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies welcome historian Andrew Rawson to discuss the design and manufacture of bomber aircraft during World War II. The conversation covers the evolution of the aircraft industry from pre-war rearmament to the establishment of shadow factories, the role of women in the workforce, and the challenges of resource allocation and production management. The episode highlights the s...

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🔒 (SUBSCRIBERS) Ep. 30 - Building The Bombers, with...

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2025/01/11

Subscriber-only episode** On general release Wednesday 15 January 2025Welcome back - Series 2 is here! In this episode of Never Mind the Dambusters, hosts Jane Gulliford Lowes and James Jefferies welcome historian Andrew Rawson to discuss the design and manufacture of bomber aircraft during World War II. The conversation covers the evolution of the aircraft industry from pre-war rearmament to the establishment of shadow factories, the role of women in the workforce, and the challenges of...

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Episode 29 Christmas on a Bomber Station 1943 - with...

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2024/12/18

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄In this final episode of the series, James Jefferies and Jane Gulliford Lowes are joined by Dr Dan Ellin to reflect on the significance of Christmas during the Second World War, particularly for RAF Bomber Command crews during the winter of 1943.They discuss personal stories, listener contributions, and the harsh realities faced by airmen and ground staff during the festive season. The episode highlights the contrast between the holiday spirit

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🔒 (PREMIUM) Episode 29 Christmas on a Bomber...

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2024/12/14

Subscriber-only episode*** Episode on general release Wednesday 18 December 2024In this final episode of the series, James Jefferies and Jane Gulliford Lowes are joined by Dr Dan Ellin to reflect on the significance of Christmas during the Second World War, particularly for RAF Bomber Command crews during the winter of 1943.They discuss personal stories, listener contributions, and the harsh realities faced by airmen and ground staff during the festive season. The episode highlights the contr...

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