Living History With Mat Mclachlan

In July 1962 the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam (AATTV) deployed to Vietnam, the first Australian troops to set foot in South Vietnam during the war. To mark the 60th anniversary of that historic deployment, Mat is joined by veteran and historian Gary McKay MC to discuss the extraordinary accomplishments of 'The Team', which included some of the toughest fighting of the war and the earning of four Victoria Crosses.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Gary McKay MCProducer: Jess StebnickiGary's new book, After the Blood Cools: The Warrior's Dilemma, is now available. Click here to purchase.Join Gary on a tour to Vietnam in March 2023 and explore Australia's most famous Vietnam battlefields: Gary McKay Vietnam TourFor more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To celebrate the release of his new book, Burning Steel: A Tank Regiment at War 1939-1945, Mat is joined by historian Peter Hart to discuss interviewing veterans, the changing nature of military history and the courage of tank crews in the Second World War.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Peter HartProducer: Jess StebnickiJoin one of our battlefield tours and walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs! Visit www.battlefields.com.au for more information.For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the second part of our special series about Australians on the Somme, Mat is joined by historian and battlefield guide Jo Hook to discuss the Battle of Pozieres in July and August 1916. In six weeks of brutal fighting, Australia lost 23,000 men, making this the most costly battle in Australian military history.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Jo HookProducer: Jess StebnickiJoin one of our battlefield tours and walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs! Visit www.battlefields.com.au for more information.For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat is joined by historian Jo Hook to discuss the Battle of Fromelles in July 1916, Australia's darkest day on the battlefield. In 20 hours of fighting, 5533 men were killed, wounded or captured, and the echoes of this disastrous attack are still being felt today.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Jo HookProducer: Jess StebnickiJoin one of our battlefield tours and walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs! Visit www.battlefields.com.au for more information.For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To celebrate the release of the final movie in the Jurassic Park franchise, Mat is joined by palaeontologist Dave Hone to discuss the real science behind dinosaur hunting.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Dr David HoneProducer: Jess StebnickiCheck out Dave's full range of work at www.davehone.co.ukFor more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat speaks to Shane Casey, a curator at the Australian War Memorial, about how we can interpret the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour via the relics that remain.Presenter: Mat McLachlanGuest: Shane CaseyProducer: Jess StebnickiFor more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat is joined by Australian War Memorial historian Dr Lachlan Grant to discuss the vital, yet often overlooked, role played by Australian airmen during the Normandy Campaign.Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Dr Lachlan Grant Producer: Jess StebnickiFor more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTVDon't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Living History is back! In this first episode to kick off Season 6, Mat is joined by former US Navy fighter pilot and Top Gun instructor Vince "Jell-O" Aiello to discuss the new Top Gun: Maverick movie. ***SPOILER ALERT***: We discuss the plot in detail, so please watch the movie before listening to the podcast!For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are pleased to announce the launch of Gary McKay's new book, After the Blood Cools: The Warrior's Dilemma. This gripping account tells the story of Gary's service in Vietnam, his wounding in the last major battle of the war, his return to Australia and the difficult journey back to his old life. Join Mat for a special interview with Gary about the book. To order your copy, visit https://livinghistorytv.com/book/after-the-blood-cools-the-warriors-dilemma-by-gary-mckay-mc/   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat McLachlan previews our full range of battlefield tours for 2022. Walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs in Gallipoli, France, Vietnam, Thailand, Kokoda and many more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A special update from Mat about exciting developments in the world of Living History. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat is joined by historian Pete Smith to discuss the world of collecting militaria. What is it, why do we do it, and how can you do it too? Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Pete Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat speaks to Dr Lachlan Grant from the Australian War Memorial about the vital role played by Australian airmen who served in Bomber Command in the Second World War. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Dr Lachlan Grant Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A special bonus episode of our new podcast series, BattleWalks, which explores the great battlefields of Europe. This episode features the Sunken Road sector of the Somme battlefield. Subscribe to BattleWalks on Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, or on your favourite podcast app. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat reviews the classic Australian film 'Gallipoli', starring Mel Gibson and directed by Peter Weir. How does it rate for both entertainment value and historical accuracy, and has it stood the test of time? Presenter: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat speaks to author Kathy Mexted about her new book, Australian Women Pilots, and the incredible tales of daring and adventure that define Australia's female aviators. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Kathy Mexted Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat visits the Australian National Library to examine the maps of Charles Kingsford-Smith, that tell the story of his epic first flight across the Pacific in 1928. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Martin Woods Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our new podcast series, Battle Walks, which takes you across the great battlefields of Europe, is launching on November 4! In this episode, Mat speaks to co-host Peter Smith about exploring military history by walking the ground. Subscribe to Battle Walks on your favourite podcast app. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Peter Smith Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat travels to the UK National Archives to examine the original document signed by Guy Fawkes confessing his role in the attempt to blow up Parliament in 1605. The date of the 'Gunpowder Plot', November 5, is still celebrated in Britain as Guy Fawkes Night. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mat speaks to historian Dr Aaron Pegram about the fascinating items relating to the Red Baron featured in the collection of the Australian War Memorial. Presenter: Mat McLachlan Guest: Dr Aaron Pegram Producer: Jess Stebnicki For more great history content, visit www.LivingHistoryTV.com, or subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/LivingHistoryTV Don't forget to subscribe and review the podcast! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.