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Trapped History

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Amy Levy
Hildegard Von Bingen
Dean Mahomed
Bill Richmond
World War II
Lisa Lyon
Guadeloupe
Mabel Mercer
Ravensbrück
Nellie Bly
Robbie Clarke
Pope Benedict XVI
Elizabeth Bisland
Royal Flying Corps
Grainne O'malley
Peg Plunkett
Gillian Of Wakefield
Subhas Chandra Bose
Bear Bile Industry
New York

Trapped History is a history reboot for the curious – sharing hidden stories of the unsung heroes we were not taught about in school.

An award-winning show with great guests from the worlds of entertainment, sport, politics, TV and radio, we tell inspiring tales of forgotten men and women who broke the mould with their courage and defiance. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to Tra... more

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On this week's Hall of Fame, prepare to bask in the glorious Provençal sunshine, as you sit under grapevines, drinking Rosé and tucking into the most delicious goat's cheese salad.

This is the world of Richard Olney, writer of perhaps the greatest ... more

Rationing. It's a word which sends shivers down the spine. A word which conjures up Spam and powdered eggs, potato peel pie and cabbage. Endless cabbage. But it wasn't all doom and gloom. And today we celebrate the woman who taught Britain how to 'ma... more

In Charlene White's Hall of Fame, we're introduced to a mould-breaking community activist, Sybil Phoenix. She fostered children, founded a youth centre and set up a foundation for young homeless women. Wow. She's been honoured and recognised by the K... more

Welcome back to Season 7 of Trapped History! And have we got a season for you, full to bursting with stories of unexpected heroes and uncharted histories which will inspire you, make you laugh and make you cry.

We’re kicking off with the magnificent... more

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Recent Guests

Sybil Phoenix
Reverend, Moonshot Club founder, Marsha Phoenix Foundation advocate
Moonshot Club; Marsha Phoenix Foundation
Episode: Hall of Fame: Shooting for the Moon
Charlene White
Journalist, broadcaster and author of No Place Like Home; Windrush-connected guest
BBC/ITV
Episode: How Windrush Made a Nation
Carla O'Shaughnessy
Host and narrator of the episode
Trapped History
Episode: How Windrush Made a Nation
Yuasa Ken
Japanese medic discussed as a Hall of Fame nominee and subject of the conversation
Episode: Hall of Fame: The Master of Memorials
Xuan Phuong
Vietnamese heroine, medic, war journalist, and filmmaker
Vietnam TV; Vietnamese art scene
Episode: The Road to Vinh Linh: The Vietnam War and the Saving Rice Jar
Jong (grandson)
Grandson, assisting with translation
Family/Voices of Vietnam
Episode: The Road to Vinh Linh: The Vietnam War and the Saving Rice Jar
Fiona Keating
Novelist, Smoke and Silk series author
Mountain Leopard Press
Episode: Smoke and Silk: Re-imagining London’s Very First Chinatown
Christina Wade
Beer historian and author
Self/Author
Episode: Kiss and Tell: The Fabulous Lives of Peg Plunkett, Dublin’s Courtesan Extraordinaire
Sathnam Sanghera
Author of Empire Land and Empire World
Harvill Secker / various publishers
Episode: It's Complicated: Sathnam Sanghera on India's Controversial Independence Leader

Hosts

Carla O'Shaughnessy
Co-host of Trapped History; wired into historical storytelling and series direction
Oswin Baker
Host of Trapped History; central to episode framing and storytelling

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Unrelenting woke revisionist propaganda.

    See title of review.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Staffordwhite
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Interesting topics

    Yes the show is interesting and the topics are wonderful - but please please please stop your guests gabbling. Clare talking about Agent Zoe is almost impossible to understand! Slow down a little!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    awovenfabric
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fascinating and fun

    I’m so enjoying these podcasts. Thoughtful and entertaining views of forgotten people in recent times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cramerdesign
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • highly recommended

    Lots of counter narrative stories that give unexpected viewpoints on parts of history we think we know about

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Connington Conners
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Trapped History

    Loved the Adelaide Hall episode. And the others since are fascinating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    any btddhj
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Counter-narrative histories are compelling and often surprising.
Thoughtful and engaging histories with memorable guests.
Accessible yet thorough historical storytelling resonates with listeners.
Strong range of topics keeps the show fresh and educational.
Some episodes suffer from guests talking quickly; pacing could improve.

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#146
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The Pride of the Peaks: Michaela Strachan on the Woman who Fought for Nature
Q: Do you feel happy in the countryside?
Yes, I do, actually. And I've noticed a real change in recent years. In my twenties, if somebody had said to me, let's go for a walk in the countryside, I would have said, why? But now I crave it and I find it brings a real sense of calm and happiness.
The Pride of the Peaks: Michaela Strachan on the Woman who Fought for Nature
Q: And when would you say you really got to the countryside?
I think it's like anything. It's the more you're introduced to something and the more time you spend getting knowledge about something, then the more passionate you become.
Hall of Fame: Sarah-Jane Morris Hails Music's Miss America
Q: Who would you like to nominate?
The guest nominates Mary Margaret O'Hara, highlighting her significance in the Canadian music scene, her influential but under-recognized status, and the belief that she deserves broader attention for her innovative approach to singer-songwriter music.
Useless Mouths: Gwen Strauss on Untold Stories of Forbidden Love in the Holocaust
Q: How did Milena influence Greta's actions and the broader survival of prisoners?
Milena used her intelligence and network to maneuver within the camp's dangerous system, encouraging Greta to take on roles that could save others, and orchestrating situations that protected people from gassing or abuse.
Useless Mouths: Gwen Strauss on Untold Stories of Forbidden Love in the Holocaust
Q: Why focus on Milena and Greta's story of love in a concentration camp?
The hosts explain that recovering these intimate, suppressed histories helps balance the dominant narratives about the era, showing how personal relationships and acts of resistance persisted even in the most oppressive conditions.

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This program curates hidden histories by spotlighting overlooked figures and moments, often centered on ethics, accountability, and the messy realities of the past. Episodes frequently frame controversial legacies—whether wartime memory, colonial entanglements, or marginalized communities—through narrative storytelling, archival detail, and expert/contextual commentary. Listeners can expect provocative conversations that balance admiration with critique, plus a journalistic appetite for nuance and human perspective across history, culture, and society. A notable strength is its inventive mix of biography, folklore, and social history, often featuring guests who illuminate under-taught chapters and challenge conventional narratives.

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Recent guests on Trapped History include:

1. Sybil Phoenix
2. Charlene White
3. Carla O'Shaughnessy
4. Yuasa Ken
5. Xuan Phuong
6. Jong (grandson)
7. Fiona Keating
8. Christina Wade

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