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Compact Murder

Welcome to Compact Murder, the podcast where each week we explore the dark and gripping world of murder, murderers, serial killers, and assassinations, in small bite-sized chunks. From infamous historical cases to chilling unsolved mysteries, we delve into the details that continue to captivate and haunt us. Whether it"s a notorious figure or a crime that has left more questions than answers, we provide concise and fascinating insights into the darker side of human history. Prepare yourself for a

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10:11

The Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy

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2025/08/29

In June 1968, Senator Robert F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign came to a violent end in a Los Angeles hotel kitchen pantry. Just moments after celebrating his victory in the California primary, RFK was shot by Sirhan Sirhan, a young Palestinian immigrant angered by Kennedy’s stance on Israel. In this episode, we trace Kennedy’s life, his hopes for a divided America, the chaotic night of the shooting, and the investigation that followed one of the most shocking political assassinations in U.S

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09:15

The Execution of Lady Jane Grey

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2025/08/22

In February 1554, England witnessed the tragic end of Lady Jane Grey, the young Protestant noblewoman who reigned as queen for just nine days. Caught in a web of Tudor politics, Jane was thrust onto the throne against her will, only to be overthrown by Queen Mary I. Condemned for treason, her execution in the Tower of London remains one of the most poignant moments in English history. In this episode, we explore her rise, downfall, and final moments on the scaffold. Please consider supporting the

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08:11

The Murder of Joe Orton

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2025/08/15

In August 1967, rising British playwright Joe Orton was at the height of his career when his life ended violently in the Islington flat he shared with his long-time partner, Kenneth Halliwell. What unfolded was a shocking murder-suicide that stunned the theatre world. In this episode, we unravel the turbulent relationship, the jealousy, and the final hours that silenced one of the sharpest voices in British theatre. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you

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09:03

The Murder of King William II

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2025/08/08

A king. An arrow. A forest thick with secrets. When William Rufus fell dead during a royal hunt in 1100, it was labelled an accident, but the facts, and the timing, suggest otherwise. In this episode, we explore the suspicious death of King William II and the brother who just happened to become king days later. 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, then why not buy us a coffee? Head

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08:55

Jeffrey Dahmer

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2025/08/01

He was polite, soft-spoken, and completely unremarkable—until police entered his Milwaukee apartment and uncovered a horror story beyond imagination. In this chilling episode, we follow the life and crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer, a man whose polite exterior masked the mind of a serial killer, cannibal, and necrophile. What drove him—and why wasn’t he stopped sooner? Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you would like to support us

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09:08

The Assassination of Malcolm X

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2025/07/25

Charismatic, controversial, and uncompromising, Malcolm X became one of the most powerful voices in the American civil rights movement. But on a cold February evening in 1965, as he stood before a crowd in New York, that voice was silenced in a hail of gunfire. In this episode, we explore the life, legacy, and lingering questions behind the assassination of Malcolm X. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you would like to

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08:55

The Murder of King Henry VI

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2025/07/18

In 1471, King Henry VI died in the Tower of London, just days after his son’s death and the fall of the Lancastrian cause. Officially, he died of heartbreak. But few believed it then, and even fewer believe it now. In this episode, we uncover the suspicious circumstances of Henry’s quiet death, the political forces that made him expendable, and how one of England’s most tragic kings met his end not with a sword, but in silence. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review

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08:47

The Murder of Edmund Ironside

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2025/07/11

In 1016, England’s King Edmund Ironside fought fiercely to defend his crown against Danish invaders, earning his reputation as a warrior king. But just weeks after dividing the kingdom with his rival, Cnut, Edmund was dead. Some say illness claimed him. Others insist it was a gruesome assassination, carried out in the most humiliating way possible. In this episode, we uncover the mystery behind one of England’s earliest royal murders. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a

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07:22

The Murder of Simonetta Vespucci

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2025/07/04

Simonetta Vespucci was the face that defined beauty in Renaissance Florence. Admired by the powerful Medici family and immortalised in Botticelli’s paintings, she seemed untouchable. But in 1476, at just 22 years old, Simonetta died suddenly. Officially, it was illness, but rumours of jealousy, poison, and political plots have surrounded her death ever since. In this episode, we explore the mystery behind the life and untimely end of Florence’s most famous muse. Please consider supporting the show

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09:04

Andrei Chikatilo

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2025/06/27

Dubbed the “Butcher of Rostov,” Andrei Chikatilo was one of the Soviet Union’s most prolific and terrifying serial killers. Between 1978 and 1990, he preyed on the vulnerable, leaving a trail of horror across Russia. In this episode, we explore how Chikatilo evaded capture for years—and how his monstrous crimes finally caught up with him. 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, then why

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09:54

The Assassination Benazir Bhutto

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2025/06/20

On December 27, 2007, Benazir Bhutto, Pakistan’s former Prime Minister and a symbol of hope for many, was assassinated at a rally in Rawalpindi. Her death shook the world, throwing a fragile democracy into chaos. Was it a lone act of terror, or part of a deeper conspiracy? In this episode, we unravel the final moments of one of the most significant political figures of the 21st century. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts, and if you

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09:48

The Murder of Sir Edmund Berry Godfrey

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2025/06/13

In 1678, the suspicious death of Sir Edmund Berry Godfrey sent shockwaves through London. A respected magistrate, Godfrey was found dead under mysterious circumstances, fueling hysteria at the height of the Popish Plot. Was it political murder, religious conspiracy, or something even more sinister? In this episode, we dive into a 17th-century mystery filled with intrigue, fear, and unanswered questions. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your

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09:15

The Murder of Rosa Armstrong

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2025/06/06

On June 27, 1924, nine-year-old Rosa Armstrong vanished after leaving her Sutton-in-Ashfield home to return to school. Her disappearance alarmed the community, and by the early hours of the next morning, a man approached a policeman in Mansfield Market Place, confessing to her murder. The man was Arthur Simms, Rosa's brother-in-law. He led police to a field near St. Mark’s Mission Chapel, where Rosa's body was found. The case shocked the nation, not only for its brutality but also for the complex

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09:39

The Murder of Mary Ann Nichols

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2025/03/28

In Episode 31 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast, we investigate the brutal murder of Mary Ann Nichols, the first confirmed victim of Jack the Ripper. On 31 August 1888, Nichols' body was discovered in the dark streets of Whitechapel, London, marking the beginning of one of history’s most infamous unsolved murder sprees. Her death sent shockwaves through Victorian society and sparked a frenzied hunt for the mysterious killer. Who was responsible for the Ripper murders, and why has the case remained an

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09:34

John Wayne Gacy

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2025/03/21

In Episode 30 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast, we delve into the disturbing case of John Wayne Gacy, one of the most infamous serial killers in American history. Known as the Killer Clown, Gacy was a seemingly respectable businessman and entertainer who led a horrifying double life. Between 1972 and 1978, he lured and murdered at least 33 young men and boys, burying many of his victims beneath his suburban Chicago home. His arrest and trial exposed the shocking depths of his crimes, leaving a lasting

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09:21

The Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.

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2025/03/14

In Episode 29 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast, we examine the tragic assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., a moment that shook the world and marked a turning point in the civil rights movement. On 4 April 1968, King was fatally shot while standing on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. His death sparked grief, outrage, and widespread unrest across the United States. Officially, James Earl Ray was convicted of the crime, but questions and conspiracy theories about the

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08:43

The Murder of Bridget Cleary

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2025/03/07

In Episode 28 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast, we examine the chilling case of Bridget Cleary, a woman whose brutal murder in 1895 became one of Ireland’s most infamous crimes. Believed by her husband and family to be a changeling, Bridget was subjected to a horrific ritual intended to drive out what they claimed was a fairy imposter. Her tragic death, fuelled by superstition and paranoia, shocked the nation and led to a highly publicised trial. Was this a case of deep-rooted folklore gone too far,

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07:43

The Murder of Julia Wallace

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2025/02/28

Episode 27 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast examines the baffling and still-unsolved murder of Julia Wallace in 1931. Found brutally beaten in her Liverpool home, her death became one of Britain’s most perplexing mysteries. Her husband, William Herbert Wallace, was arrested, convicted, and later acquitted in a rare legal reversal, leaving the case shrouded in doubt. With a mysterious telephone call, conflicting evidence, and a host of unanswered questions, the murder of Julia Wallace remains a case

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08:39

The Murder of Jane McCrea

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2025/02/21

5 Minute Murder returns with Episode 26, uncovering the tragic murder of Jane McCrea, a young woman whose brutal death in 1777 became a powerful symbol of the American Revolution. Killed during the conflict between British Loyalist forces and Patriot militias, her murder at the hands of Native American warriors allied with the British sparked outrage and intensified anti-British sentiment across the colonies. This episode explores the events leading up to her death, the political and military

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09:33

Pedro Alonso López

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2025/02/14

In episode 25 of the 5 Minute Murder podcast, we delve into the chilling case of Pedro Alonso López, one of history’s most prolific serial killers. Known as The Monster of the Andes, López confessed to the brutal murders of over 300 young girls across Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru during the 1970s and early 1980s. His crimes, marked by deception and cruelty, went undetected for years, and despite his conviction, he was later released, disappearing without a trace. This episode explores the disturbing

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