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Compact Disasters

Compact Disasters

Compact Disasters is a podcast that delivers bite-sized episodes exploring some of the world"s most catastrophic events, from natural disasters to human-made tragedies. Each episode, lasting less time than it takes to enjoy a coffee, dives into the causes, consequences, and lasting impacts of these events, offering listeners a concise but comprehensive overview. Whether it"s hurricanes, industrial accidents, or historical calamities, the podcast aims to engage and inform audiences with

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11:10

The 2010 Haiti Earthquake

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2025/11/01

Just over a decade after the devastating 2010 quake, Haiti was struck again in 2020—reminding the world of its lingering vulnerability. In this episode, we revisit a country already struggling to recover and examine how a second major earthquake deepened the humanitarian crisis. With fragile infrastructure, limited emergency response, and rising political instability, the tremor wasn't just geological—it was social, economic, and profoundly human. #haitiearthquake #naturaldisasters #2020quake

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11:46

The Leaded Petrol Health Disaster

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2025/10/25

For decades, we pumped a neurotoxin into the air and called it progress. The global rollout of leaded petrol poisoned entire populations, especially children, under the guise of engine efficiency. In this episode, we track the history, the cover-ups, and the shocking health legacy of one of the 20th century’s most devastating environmental mistakes. #leadedpetrol #publichealthdisaster #environmentalhistory #leaddisaster #toxictruth #cleanair #climateandhealth #neurotoxins #5minutedisasters

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10:20

The Castle Bravo Disaster

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2025/10/18

In 1954, the United States detonated its most powerful hydrogen bomb — and got it disastrously wrong. The Castle Bravo test at Bikini Atoll unleashed far more destruction than expected, contaminating islanders, American servicemen, and even a Japanese fishing crew. In this explosive episode, we examine the scientific miscalculations, the human toll, and how one test changed the global conversation around nuclear weapons forever. #castlebravo #nucleartesting #bikiniatoll #hydrogenbomb #coldwarhistory

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12:12

The Andrea Doria Disaster

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2025/10/11

On a foggy July night in 1956, two ships crossed paths off the coast of Nantucket, and only one would sail away. When the luxurious Italian liner Andrea Doria collided with the Stockholm, it triggered one of the most dramatic maritime disasters of the 20th century. In this episode, we dive into the fatal misjudgements, the botched radar readings, and the incredible rescue that saved over 1,600 lives. #andreadoria #maritimedisaster #shipwreck #1950sdisasters #nauticaltragedy #italianliner

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12:16

The Granville Rail Disaster

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2025/10/04

In January 1977, a regular commuter train near Sydney became the scene of Australia's deadliest rail disaster. When the Bold Street Bridge collapsed onto two carriages during rush hour, 84 lives were lost in an instant, and over 200 more were injured. In this episode, we revisit the Granville Rail Disaster, a tragic event that exposed cracks in Australia's rail infrastructure and changed safety policy forever. #granvilledisaster #railaccident #australianhistory #1970sdisasters #trainwreck

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12:45

America's Deadliest Tornado Outbreak

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2025/09/27

In April 2011, the skies over the southern and eastern United States turned lethal. Over just four days, hundreds of tornadoes carved a path of destruction across 21 states, leaving entire towns in ruins. In this episode, we revisit the 2011 Super Outbreak — the deadliest and most violent tornado outbreak in modern American history. Hear the stories of survival, the science behind the chaos, and how the event reshaped how we prepare for storms. #tornado #2011outbreak #superoutbreak #tornadodisaster

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10:16

The Notre-Dame Fire

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2025/09/20

In this episode, we revisit the night flames engulfed one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. From the first wisp of smoke to the collapse of the spire, and through to its remarkable restoration, this is the story of loss, resilience, and rebirth. Join us as we uncover how centuries of history almost vanished in a single night, and how, five years later, the bells ring once more. #notredame #parisfire #cathedralfire #historicaldisasters #architecturehistory

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12:52

The 1955 Le Mans Disaster

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2025/09/13

In June 1955, the world of motorsport was forever changed when a collision at the 24 Hours of Le Mans sent a Mercedes racing car into the crowd, killing driver Pierre Levegh and more than 80 spectators. It remains the deadliest disaster in racing history, a tragedy that forced sweeping changes to track design, car safety, and the way fans watch motorsport. In this episode, we explore how it happened, who was blamed, and the legacy it left behind. #lemans1955, #motorsporthistory, #racingdisasters,

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09:24

The Boeing 737 MAX Crashes

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2025/09/06

When modern aviation meets corporate shortcuts, disaster can strike. In this episode of Compact Disasters, we unpack the story behind the Boeing 737 Max, a jet built in haste that led to two tragic crashes, a global grounding, and one of the most significant reckonings in aviation history. Listen now to understand how engineering, economics and ethics collided in midair. #boeing737max, #airdisasters, #aviationhistory, #flightsafety, #corporatenegligence, #truestories, #planecrashes, #podcast,

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10:31

The Thera Eruption

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2025/08/30

Around 1600 BCE, the volcanic island of Thera erupted with a force that reshaped the Aegean, sending tsunamis across the Mediterranean and burying the Minoan settlement of Akrotiri under metres of ash. In this episode, we explore how one of history’s largest eruptions destroyed an island, disrupted ancient civilisations, and may have inspired legends like Atlantis. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you would like to support

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09:56

The Fidenae Amphitheatre Collapse

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2025/08/23

In 27 AD, Rome witnessed one of the deadliest stadium disasters in history when a hastily built wooden amphitheatre in Fidenae collapsed during a gladiatorial spectacle. Packed with thousands of spectators eager for the games, the structure gave way without warning, sending the crowd crashing into the wreckage below. In this episode, we uncover how greed, poor construction, and a lack of oversight turned entertainment into tragedy, and how the disaster forced the Roman Empire to rethink public

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10:14

The 1966 Aberfan Disaster

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2025/08/16

On 21 October 1966, a wall of coal waste roared down a hillside into the Welsh village of Aberfan, engulfing homes and Pantglas Junior School in seconds. One hundred and forty-four people were killed, including 116 children, in a tragedy that shocked the world and exposed a chain of negligence. In this episode, we revisit the heartbreaking events of that morning, the fight for justice, and the legacy that ensures Aberfan is never forgotten. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and

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10:04

The 2020 Beirut Explosion

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2025/08/09

In August 2020, a massive explosion tore through Beirut, killing over 200 people and leaving the city in ruins. At the heart of the tragedy? A forgotten cache of ammonium nitrate, years of negligence, and a system in freefall. This episode unpacks the blast, the blame, and the long road to justice for a wounded capital. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you would like to support us more directly, by say, buying us a coffee,

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09:34

Tulip Mania

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2025/08/02

In the 1600s, the Dutch Republic witnessed one of history’s most infamous financial frenzies, the Tulip Mania. Prices for rare bulbs skyrocketed and then crashed almost overnight. But was it really the world’s first bubble, or just a case of economic myth-making? In this episode, we dig into the petals, the profits, and the popular misconceptions. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you would like to support us more directly,

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09:44

The Sinking of the Prestige

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2025/07/26

In 2002, the oil tanker Prestige broke apart off the coast of Spain, spilling thousands of tonnes of toxic fuel into the Atlantic and unleashing one of Europe’s worst environmental disasters. In this episode, we trace the ship’s final hours, the fateful decisions that led to catastrophe, and the massive ecological and political fallout that followed. It’s a story of rust, risk, and responsibility, with a slick of denial spread across the surface. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing

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09:23

The Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster

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2025/07/19

In 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia was just minutes from landing when it broke apart high above Earth, killing all seven astronauts aboard. In this episode, we explore how a routine mission turned tragic, from the unnoticed damage during launch to the catastrophic failure during re-entry. It’s a story of foam, fire, and fatal assumptions that reshaped NASA and left a permanent mark on space exploration. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your

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09:10

Meltdown at Three Mile Island

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2025/07/12

In 1979, America came dangerously close to a nuclear catastrophe. In this episode, we unpack the partial meltdown at Three Mile Island, the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history. From a stuck valve and human error to mass panic and global fallout for the nuclear industry, this disaster changed how the world views atomic energy. Tune in to discover how a small malfunction nearly sparked a much bigger crisis. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get

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09:48

The Brazilian Amazon Deforestation Crisis

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2025/07/05

The lungs of the Earth are under attack. In this episode, we explore the ongoing deforestation crisis in the Brazilian Amazon — a disaster unfolding not with explosions, but with chainsaws and bulldozers. Learn how illegal logging, agriculture, and political tensions are devastating the rainforest, fuelling climate change, and threatening countless species. It’s a man-made crisis with global consequences — and it’s still happening today. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving

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09:00

The 2008 Global Financial Crisis

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2025/06/28

In 2008, the world watched as banks collapsed, stock markets crashed, and economies unravelled. In this episode, we explore how risky loans, financial greed, and a housing bubble combined to trigger the worst economic disaster since the Great Depression. From Wall Street to high streets around the globe, millions felt the shockwaves — and the aftershocks are still being felt today. Tune in to discover how the global economy nearly fell off a cliff in just a few minutes. Please consider supporting

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09:37

The Sinking of the RMS Lusitania

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2025/06/21

In 1915, the RMS Lusitania was a symbol of luxury and speed — until a German U-boat turned it into a symbol of tragedy. In this episode of 5 Minute Disasters, we explore the torpedo strike that sent the grand ocean liner to the bottom of the sea, the international outrage that followed, and how one sinking ship helped push the world closer to total war. It’s a tale of war, warning signs, and one very deadly decision on the high seas. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a

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