The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition – Details, episodes & analysis
Podcast details
Technical and general information from the podcast's RSS feed.
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition
Melanie Kingett, Brad Kingett, Zach Caruso
Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 25
Recent rankings
Latest chart positions across Apple Podcasts and Spotify rankings.
Apple Podcasts
🇺🇸 USA - courses
07/05/2025#90🇺🇸 USA - courses
06/05/2025#74
Spotify
No recent rankings available
Shared links between episodes and podcasts
Links found in episode descriptions and other podcasts that share them.
See all- https://twitter.com/apsoluterecap
248 shares
RSS feed quality and score
Technical evaluation of the podcast's RSS feed quality and structure.
See allScore global : 73%
Publication history
Monthly episode publishing history over the past years.
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - Exam Review
Episode 24
mardi 20 avril 2021 • Duration 10:35
Today we will go over essential information that you need to prepare for your AP Government exam. We start by looking at important exam information including potential dates and formats for the exam (0:22). Then there is a refresher on format (1:43) followed by a detailed breakdown of each section of the test (2:01). Additional time is spent going over the different FRQ questions (3:05), including SCOTUS analysis(6:35), and essay (7:49). Each part of our discussion includes both information and tips to help you navigate the exam.
Today’s question of the day (9:43): The first FRQ is the equivalent of how many multiple choice questions?
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - Role of Media
Episode 23
mardi 9 février 2021 • Duration 06:51
Today we will look more closely at the role of media in informing political opinions. We start with the role of media in the past (1:05) before looking at the rise of partisan new outlets.(1:42) We then discuss the effects of growing demand for ideologically driven media(3:33) and the rise of social media as a source of information. (4:22)
Today’s question of the day (5:55): According to a January 2021 Pew Survey, what percentage of American adults said they get their news from social media often or sometimes?
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - Selective Incorporation
Episode 14
mardi 24 novembre 2020 • Duration 06:34
Today we look at how the Bill of rights came to apply to the states as well as the federal government. (1:05) In the case of the second amendment, it was the case of McDonald v Chicago that led to that idea. (3:40) Most of the amendments have been fully incorporated, including the first, second, fourth, and eighth. (4:30)
Today’s question of the day (5:38): The 1969 case Benton v. Maryland incorporated the idea that you could not be prosecuted twice for the same crime. What is this concept called?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - The Second Amendment
Episode 13
mardi 17 novembre 2020 • Duration 05:10
Today we are looking at the second amendment and its protections. (1:05) The Court hasn’t often addressed the issue, but did in a case in 2008. The case clearly reaffirmed an individual’s right to bear arms. (1:35) That being said, states still have the right to place limits on this right. (3:20)
Today’s question of the day is (4:16): Can an assault weapon purchased legally in PA come with the owner if that person moves across the state line to New Jersey?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - The Bill of Rights and First Amendment
Episode 12
mardi 10 novembre 2020 • Duration 09:07
Today we are looking at the Bill of Rights and the reason behind its creation (1:00). Starting with the first amendment, we consider both the establishment clause and free exercise clause with regard to religion (1:57). We then turn to freedom of speech in both its pure and symbolic forms (4:31). Finally, we will look at what kind of speech isn’t protected (6:08).
Today’s question of the day is (8:15): What 1988 SCOTUS case said student speech could be regulated when it involved things that were school sponsored?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - The Judicial Branch
Episode 11
mardi 3 novembre 2020 • Duration 07:17
Today we are looking at the judicial branch and the common law system we inherited from England. (1:05) Alexander Hamilton’s thoughts on the judicial branch are discussed in relation to Federalist 78 (1:34). We look at the process of becoming a judge and how tenure can be a controversial issue on the court. (3:40) Finally, the idea of an active vs restrained judiciary is examined as it pertains to policy making.(5:08)
Today’s question of the day is (6:24): The nature of a case will determine whether that case falls under state or federal court. What do you call this ability to determine which court system tries a case?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - Electoral College
Episode 10
mardi 27 octobre 2020 • Duration 08:44
In this episode we will focus on how the president is elected through the system of the electoral college. (1:00) We will look at why the system was created by the founders (2:11) and how there are arguments for and against it promoting democracy (5:18) in our electoral process.
Today’s question of the day is (7:52): Getting rid of the electoral college system requires amending the Constitution. What are the two ways that this can happen?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - Elections
Episode 9
mardi 20 octobre 2020 • Duration 09:32
In this episode we will focus mainly on Congressional elections, with some discussion of what is the same and different in presidential elections. Elections in the United States happen every two years, but most people really only pay attention during years, like this one, where it is a presidential election as seen in voter turnout.(1:15) In order to get on the ballot for the election in November, one must first win their primary. (2:10) We also look at the alternative called a caucus, which only happens for the presidential election. (2:50) The episode also looks at the role of the party convention past and present. (4:32) Finally, it explains the plurality election system here in the US and how it results in two main political parties.(5:44)
Today’s question of the day is (8:38):The popularity of caucuses continues to dwindle and many states have switched their system to primaries since the last election. There are now only 3 states that have a caucus. Can you name one?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - The Bureaucracy
Episode 8
mardi 13 octobre 2020 • Duration 06:50
In a country the size of the United States, the bureaucracy plays a pivotal role in making sure federal policy is implemented nationwide. In today’s episode we look at what a bureaucracy is. (1:00) We then go on to look at its history, who is in it, and what exactly the bureaucracy does. (1:30) Finally, we look at the role of oversight (4:00) and the relationship that the president has with the organization the office is tasked with managing.(5:00)
Today’s question of the day is (5:58): True or false...If your dream is to grow up and be part of this bureaucracy, you have to pass a test in order to be eligible.
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition - The Presidency
Episode 7
mardi 6 octobre 2020 • Duration 09:57
Today we are looking at the shockingly few requirements to be President, and what in fact, the President technically can and cannot do according to the Constitution. There are only two requirements that the Constitution lists for the president in Article II. (1:03) The president is in charge of the executive branch and is tasked with ensuring laws are carried out as well as several other jobs according to the Constitution. (2:00) The president has several different roles that must be fulfilled including: Commander and Chief, chief executive, economic leader, chief of state and diplomat, and finally chief legislator.(2:38) We also look at the role that Federalist 70 played in the argument for a head of the executive branch.(5:14) Finally, we examine the way in which presidential power has expanded over time.(6:20)
Today’s question of the day is (9:10): For which president was English his second language?
Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: United States Government Edition!
(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2020 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)
Website:
EMAIL:
Follow Us:
Related Shows Based on Content Similarities
