World War II with Tom Hanks

World War II with Tom Hanks is an immersive, high-production historical documentary podcast that reexamines the defining global conflict of the 20th century through a modern lens. Narrated and guided by Academy Award-winning actor and history enthusiast Tom Hanks, the series blends cinematic storytelling with rigorous academic scholarship. Each episode features deep-dive interviews with leading military historians, professors, and experts to unpack critical battlefronts, espionage networks like Bletchley Park, and the devastating human toll of the Holocaust. Designed for history buffs, educators, and general listeners alike, the podcast offers a deeply human portrait of the war's strategic decisions and lasting geopolitical aftershocks. Its narrative depth, authoritative voice, and expert-driven insights make it a definitive audio chronicle of how the modern world was forged in global conflict.