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Trapped in History
by Robie Malcomson
This history education podcast is on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. It involves discussions with teachers, history enthusiasts, and students. The goal is to share my educational journey with others and to gain a greater scope of knowledge. This podcast will especially address the needs of teachers and students in AP Euro, AP US, AP Human Geo, and AP World History. This will provide a platform for teachers and students to listen to meaningful conversations about content, strategies, methods, and experiences that will enhance their experience in a history class and beyond.
Episodes
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Episode 78 - One Man’s Trash, Part I: What Does the Evidence Actually Say?
Within this episode, I break down the purpose of an introductory group activity for students entitled, "One Man's Trash" that was originally created by me and Maegann Basham in 2020. This is Part I of the two part series on this activity. The next episode will examine and wrestle with the...
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Episode 77 - Wrestling with History
I am back! After a break this summer I return to discuss my philosophy on wrestling with history in education. I will now be coming back to record episodes and have meaningful conversations. Wrestling with History: Three Questions to Consider 1. If history rarely provides simple answers, should…
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Episode 76: Why are primary sources so damn good? Part III: Whose Stories Survive on the Battlefield?
Within this episode I have my friend Charles North VI back on the podcast to discuss why primary sources are so damn good from his point of view. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 75: Why are Primary Sources so Damn Good? Part II: Teaching with Kenneth LeSage
Within this episode, APSI trainer and history teacher Kenneth LeSage and I discuss the importance of using primary sources for teaching. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 74: Why are Primary Sources so Damn Good? (Part I: My Reasons)
Within this introductory episode I wrestle with my personal philosophy on why primary sources can be so powerful. Article Links/References: Nicole Donawho, Lies, Damn Lies, and Primary Sources, July 15, 2025. (On JSTOR) Barton, Keith C. “Primary Sources in History: Breaking through the Myths.”…
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Episode 73: Recent Historic Battlefield Vlogging Experiences from Charles North VI
Within this episode, we revisit with Charles North VI to have him share his experiences of vlogging on different revolutionary and civil war battlefields. It is important to note that Charles brings with him and encourages his audience to consider books that correlate with the battle or units…
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Episode 72: Cold War and the Contemporary World (Part II)
In this episode, I wrap up the last narrative summary of Unit 9 in AP European History with a focus on topics such as Decolonization, Globalization, Second Wave Feminism, Environmental concerns, Technology, and Globalization. Again, this is just main focus on the themes of the unit. Trapped in...
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Episode 71: Cold War and the Contemporary World (Part I)
Within this episode I take a narrative look at a summary review for the Cold War in Unit 9: Cold War and the Contemporary World in AP European History. Episode 72 will wrap of the last summary for the entire curriculum. Audio Passage: Winston Churchill, “The Sinews (Seen-Yus) of Peace” (known as...
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Episode 70: 20th Century Global Conflicts
Within this episode I went through a narrative summary of Unit 8: 20th Century Global Conflicts for AP European History. Cited Source: War is no longer a clash between armies, but is a clash between nations, between whole populations. Any distinction between belligerents and non-belligerents is…
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Episode 69: 19th Century Perspectives and Political Developments - What happens when human progress accelerates faster than human wisdom?
Guiding Question: What happens when human progress accelerates faster than human wisdom? Within this episode, I wrestle, philosophically, through the 19th Century as we go from 1815-1914 and discuss the impact of nationalism, imperialism, Social Darwinism, Art, militarism, unification, etc. This…
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Episode 68: Wrestling with Nationalism
Within this episode I share a narrative look at the role of Nationalism throughout the school year in AP European history and attempt to use philosophical methods as a way to wrestle with the topic to help me understand it in a more complex way. Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 67: Working Conditions in Mills, Factories, and Mines
Within this episode we trek through and summarize the working conditions of the Industrial Revolution and how they paved the way for labor movements and ideological reform. This the middle of our series on the Effects of Industrialization. Trapped in History Email Links:...
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Episode 66: Urbanization, Living Conditions, and the Architecture of Industrial Europe
Within this episode we take a deep dive into understanding Urbanization in Industrial Europe in the 19th Century. This is mainly to help AP European History teachers and students, but I hope it also addresses any philosophical curiosities that you may have about how does this topic still impact…
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Episode 65: My Health and Upcoming Episodes
In this short episode, I explain why I haven't posted as much in January due to illnesses. I also share how I will adjust and plan on content and teaching as I have missed school due to illness, snow, and ice for over two weeks now. This will be an interesting challenge. Expect episodes 66-69 to...
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Episode 64 - Unit 6: Introduction to the Effects of Industrialization
Within this episode we start with a short, macro narrative look at the Effects of Industrialization before we take a deeper dive in future episodes. Document in Episode: “The industrial system has brought the mass of workers together in great cities, where they are crowded into wretched…
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Episode 63: Wrestling with Multiple Choice Part II: An Example
Document: “The great object of the present negotiations must be to re-establish the equilibrium of Europe. The system of political balance, once destroyed, can only be restored by a wise distribution of power among the states. It is not the ambition of one nation, but the peace of all, that must...
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Episode 62: Part I: Wrestling with Multiple Choice: How We Teach Students to Think, Not Guess
Within this episode I begin a two part series on how to tackle multiple choice questions while referencing strategies from excellent teachers such as Larry Treadwell, Kenneth LeSage, and Steve Heimler. This is a philosophical and strategic episode and the next one will be more about wrestling…
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Episode 61 - A Narrative of the First Semester in AP European History
Within this episode I cover a long form narrative of the "story" behind the first semester in AP European History from 1450-1815. Enjoy this summary and philosophical narrative. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media...
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Episode 60: A Reflection on the First Community Seminar
Within this episode, I reflect on the First Community Seminar in Russellville, KY on November 22nd at the SEEK Museum. This was our first time extending this discussion method beyond the classroom into our community in hopes of encouraging a culture of normalcy in terms of bringing people…
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Episode 59: The Enlightenment, the Age of Reason, and the Birth of Modern Liberty
Within this episode I spoke in a narrative format about the scope of the Enlightenment and it's connection to past and future topics. Wrestling with a Primary Source: Cardinal Robert Bellarmine, Jesuit Cardinal, Theologian, and Advisor to the Roman Inquisition, Letter to Paolo Antonio Foscarini,...
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Episode 58: The Revolution That Moved the Earth: Copernicus, Galileo, and the impact of the Scientific Revolution
Throughout this episode, I continue the journey through the Scientific Revolution, specific theories, and individuals who had an important impact on that time and beyond. Three Philosophical Questions for Thought: 1. If the Earth is not the center of the universe, how should that change the way…
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Episode 57: The Birth of Modern Thought: The Scientific Revolution
Within this episode, we dive into the context of the Scientific Revolution as an introduction into a series of many episodes over the topic leading into the Enlightenment. Philosophical Questions for Thought: 1. If knowledge can change our understanding of the universe, can it also change our...
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Episode 56: A Conversation with Charles North VI from Books and Battlefields
In this episode, I have a meaningful conversation with history content creator, Charles North VI. This was an excellent examination of his love for history, battlefields, and literature. He has incredible enthusiasm for the subject and I believe he will be a wonderful, recurring guest on the...
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Episode 55: The Glorious Revolution and the Birth of Modern Liberty
Within this episode I summarize the Glorious Revolution, James II, John Locke, and the rise of Constitutionalism. Additionally, I explain some upcoming episodes and my involvement in organizing two public events in Russellville. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected]...
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Episode 54: When the Kingdom Tore Itself Apart: The English Civil War and the Death of Divine Right
Within this episode I take a deep dive into the topic of the English Civil War, Oliver Cromwell, and the profound effect of the event. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 53: A Conversation with Skip from JFK 62 Years Later
This is a long form conversation within an content creator who has greatly helped me and influenced me over the past year. I invited him on to discuss his outlook on the JFK assassination, his TikTok experience, and his views on wrestling with history. Enjoy! Trapped in History Email Links:...
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Episode 52: Why Should We Wrestle With History?
This is a conversation amongst history enthusiasts and teachers about why should we wrestle with history? My Narrative: We ought to wrestle with history because it helps define who we are and who we want to become. To wrestle with history is to spar with it. When I read, I don’t just underline or...
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Episode 51: The King, the Cross, and the Axe: Charles I and the Fall of Divine Right
Within this episode, I take a deep dive into the rise and fall of Charles I of England and the elements of the English Civil War (next episode). This continues my series on the English Tudor and Stuart Dynasties and the Divine Right of Kings. Primary Source I: Painting Charles West Cope, British...
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Episode 50: A Conversation with JD from The History Underground
This is my 50th podcast episode and I am celebrating it with one of the more influential guests for my as a history content creator and teacher. My guest is JD Huitt from The History Underground . This is an introductory episode into the origin of his beginning in history, teaching, and the...
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Episode 49: Heaven’s Throne on Earth: James I and the Politics of Divine Authority
This episode will cover James I and the Divine Right of Kings. Primary Source I:James VI, King of Scotland, The True Law of Free Monarchies, 1598. “Kings are called gods by the prophetical King David, because they sit upon God his throne in the earth, and have the count of their administration to...
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Episode 48: From Tudors to Triumph: Elizabeth I’s Enlightened Chessboard
This episode focuses on the reign of Elizabeth I of England. It is a great connection to our last episode about Henry VIII. This could be a great way to gain contextualization for understanding how to teach about Elizabeth I in class and for just having a better understanding of her political…
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Episode 47: Beyond the Wives: From Marriage Trouble to Head of the Church, Henry VIII’s Rebrand
Philosophical Questions: 1. If authority over both religion and politics rests in the same hands, can that authority ever truly be legitimate, or does combining the two inevitably lead to corruption and tyranny? 2. Does history show us that great political shifts (like Henry’s Act of Supremacy)…
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Episode 46: From Windows to Warfare - The Defenestration of Prague to the Thirty Years' War
This episode will take a deeper dive into these events to not only help students and teachers, but to also help those who love history. I hope that you find value within this. Thank you for your support. Painting Source: Václav Brožík (1851-1901), The Defenestration, 1618, 1889-1890. National Art...
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Episode 45: I am Back (I Can Explain)
This is my second attempt at posting for this episode correctly. I am back after a long break and hoping to continue on a consistent basis. Join me along my adventure to share my continued journey in history. Thank you for your support. Next episode will be posted soon.
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Episode 44: Industrialization and Its Effects
On this episode, we spend time overviewing Unit 6 of AP European History to help students with their upcoming unit test. I think this could be an interesting episode for anyone interested in the Industrial Revolution from a European point of view. In the future, I will do more of a deep dive over...
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Episode 43: My Return and the Country Competition
Within this episode, I generally explain why I have not posted for over a month. However, the main point of this episode is to highlight a project and competition that I do in my classes annually entitled the Country Competition. I am excited to share the general structure of it. There will be a...
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Episode 42: The French Revolution
Within this episode, I attempt to go through the causes, events, and consequences of the French Revolution to help teachers, students, and history enthusiasts better understand the content for Unit 5 in AP European History. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected]...
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Episode 41: Contextualizing Unit 5: Conflict, Crisis, and Reaction in the Late 18th Century
Within this episode, we introduce the first three sections of Unit 5: Conflict, Crisis, and Reaction in the Late 18th Century in AP European History. This is a longer episode that deep dives into the context before and after the French Revolution. Trapped in History Email Links:...
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Episode 40: A Conversation with AP Educator, Connor Exline
Within this episode, we discussed Connor's pathway to teaching, his admiration history, and his advice for other AP history teachers. Trapped in History Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 39: Conversation with YouTuber, Preston Stewart
Welcome to Episode 39, you are Trapped in History. Today I will be joined with YouTuber, Preston Stewart - A YouTuber and social media influencer who covers topics which include military, national security and foreign affairs. As stated on his channel description, he studied International…
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Episode 38: A Short Story of the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment
Within this episode I utilize a story-telling method to discuss individuals and ideas from the Scientific Revolution and how it connected to the Enlightenment. I hope that you find value in the material. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social…
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Episode 37: Conversation with Educator and AP Consultant, Kenneth LeSage
Within this episode I have a meaningful conversation with Kenneth LeSage about his career and advice for other history teachers. He is someone who trained me twice and teaching AP European History and I highly respect him. I hope each of you find this to be a meaningful episode. Thank you for…
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Episode 36: Reason and Revolution: Science, Philosophy, and Society in Europe (1648-1815)
During this episode, I start by contextualizing the onset of the Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment time periods. I hope that this provides students, teachers, and history enthusiasts some valuable information to help them going forward. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Email Links:...
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Episode 35: Absolutist Approaches to Power
Within this episode, I utilize the likes of Louis XIV of France and Peter the Great of Russia to discuss the characteristics of Absolutism. Furthermore, I contrast that by ending the episode with a detailed explanation of Constitutionalism with examples of England and the Dutch Republic. Email...
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Episode 34: Conversation with Educator and Podcaster, Wendy Wawrzyniak
Within this episode, I had a meaningful conversation with educator, Wendy Wawrzyniak. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/zr3rKGzVG2ZN4x8n/ TikTok Link:...
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Episode 33: Balance of Power in Early Modern Europe
Within this episode, I summarize and discuss the main ideas and topics that made up the change in the balance of power in Europe between 1648 and 1815. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 32: The Dutch Golden Age
Within this episode, I summarize the important ideas, events, individuals, and key concepts of the Dutch Golden Age. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/zr3rKGzVG2ZN4x8n/...
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Episode 31: Commercial and Agricultural Revolutions
Within this episode, I summarize the importance of the Commercial and Agricultural Revolutions within the age of Absolutism and Constitutionalism of Unit 3. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group Link:...
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Episode 30: Conversation with Educator, Keith Mainland
Within this episode, we have a conversation about Keith's background, origin in teaching, as well as his teaching philosophy when it comes to teaching history and storytelling. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social Media Outlets: Facebook Group...
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Episode 29: Beginning of Absolutism and Constitutionalism
Within this episode, I try to summarize the topics that begin Unit 3: Absolutism and Constitutionalism to help teachers, students, and history enthusiasts grasp the general topics to help contextualize. Email Links: [email protected] [email protected] Social…
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This history education podcast is on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. It involves discussions with teachers, history enthusiasts, and students. The goal is to share my educational journey with others and to gain a greater scope of knowledge. This podcast will especially address the needs of teachers and students in AP Euro, AP US, AP Human Geo, and AP World History. This will provide a platform for teachers and students to listen to meaningful conversations about content, strategies, methods, and experiences that will enhance their experience in a history class and beyond.
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