The Compendium Podcast
An Assembly of Fascinating and Intriguing Things, a weekly variety podcast that gives you just enough information on a topic to help you stand your ground at any social gathering. We explore big stories from true crime, history, and extraordinary people.
Episodes
78 episodes
Baby Jessica: The Girl who Fell Down a Well and Changed News Forever
In this episode of The Compendium, we dive into the incredible story of Baby Jessica, the 18-month-old girl who fell down a well and became trapped for 58 hours. But probably more interesting than Jessica's 1987 well rescue, this event marked a...
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Episode 78
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1:08:01
Menendez Brothers: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
In this episode of The Compendium, we explore the dark and tragic story of the Menendez Brothers Lyle and Erik. Unraveling the shocking truth behind why they killed their parents. We'll dive into their infamous trial, the abuse ...
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Episode 77
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1:09:28
The 1989 Oscars: A Night Hollywood Wants You to Forget
In this episode of the Compendium, we delve into the chaos of the 1989 Oscars a night of Hollywood history so bizarre it’s often called the worst Oscars in hostory. But was it really? From Rob Lowe's infamous duet with Snow White t...
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Episode 76
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1:06:54
Billionaire Boys Club: Greed, Murder, and High Society Crimes
In this episode of The Compendium, we unravel the mysterious and twisted tale of the Billionaire Boys Club, an exclusive high-society club that turned into a deadly Ponzi scheme. Learn about Joe Hunt, the mastermind behind the madness, and his ...
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Episode 75
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56:25
The Alcatraz Escape: The Unbelievable True Story of the Great Prison Break
In this episode of the Compendium, we unravel the captivating tale of the Alcatraz Escape, one of the most famous prison escapes in history. Dive into the mysterious and daring plans that led to the legendary breakout from Alcatraz, the notorio...
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Episode 74
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1:11:27
Lorena Bobbitt: Hey John who’s got your penis?
In this episode of The Compendium, we slice into the infamous 1993 case of Lorena Bobbitt, a story that shocked the world and redefined media coverage of domestic abuse and revenge. Lorena Bobbitt, after enduring years of abuse at the hands of ...
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Episode 73
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59:33
Julie d'Aubigny: The Sword Fighting Opera Singing, Kick Ass Feminist of the 17th Century!
In this episode of the Compendium, we unravel the mysterious and audacious life of Julie d'Aubigny. From her daring duels to her captivating performances as La Maupin, Julie defied societal norms as a female opera singer in 17th-century French ...
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Episode 72
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1:07:53
The Hindenburg Disaster: The Fiery End of the Golden Age of Airships
In this episode of the Compendium, we explore the 1937 Hindenburg disaster. A Nazi airship that exploded midair, marking the end of the golden age of zeppelins. We uncover the mysterious details of the Hindenburg explosion and share some of the...
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Episode 71
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1:17:44
Elizabeth Holmes: Silicon Valley's Greatest Fraud
In this episode of the Compendium, we explore the mysterious rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos scandal that rocked Silicon Valley. Discover how Holmes, decieved investors with false promises and turned Theranos into a culture o...
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Episode 70
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1:31:55
Lou Pearlman: Boy Bands, Big Lies, and Bigger Scams.
In this episode of the Compendium, cha cha slide into world of Lou Pearlman, the mastermind behind Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. Discover how he orchestrated one of the biggest Ponzi schemes in the music industry, exploiting the 90s pop music scen...
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Episode 69
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1:10:30
The Titanic Part 2: The Voyage, The Iceberg, The Aftermath
In this episode of The Compendium, we continue our Titanic story as we set sail across the Atlantic within this engineering marvel, we explore the luxury and daily life aboard the ship, providing insights into the lives of both passengers and c...
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Episode 68
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1:22:23
The Titanic Part 1: The People, The Passions, The Legend!
In this episode of The Compendium, we're jumping onboard the highly requested Titanic! This is the first episode of our two-part series, where we delve into the ambitious conception of the RMS Titanic and the enduring stories of its passengers ...
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Episode 67
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1:20:06
Village People: Disco Beats, Cultural Shifts, and Gay Icons
In this episode of the Compendium, we’re exploring the origin story of the Village People, the iconic band that brought us unforgettable disco music hits like "Y.M.C.A.," "Macho Man," and "In the Navy." From their creation by Jacques Morali and...
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Episode 66
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1:13:35
The Giggling Granny: Nannie Doss the Serial Killer Grandma
In this episode of The Compendium, we delve into the chilling life and crimes of Nannie Doss , infamously known as "The Giggling Granny." Today’s story unravels the timeline of one of America's most notorious female serial killers, whose seemin...
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Episode 65
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1:16:29
Lover, Stalker, Killer: Disturbing love triangle turned deadly
In this episode of the Compendium, When David Kroupa ventured into online dating, he couldn't have foreseen the terrifying love triangle that would ensnare him and Liz Golyar, leading to the mysterious disappearance of Cari Farver.This ...
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Episode 64
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1:01:50
Balloonfest: Clevelands 1986 Float-tastrophe of Epic Proportions
In this episode of the Compendium, we step back into time to revist The Cleveland Balloon Fest of 1986, a high-flying event that hoped to lift a city's spirits but instead spiraled into one of the most infamous blunders of the decade. I tell Ad...
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Episode 63
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59:17
Anna Delvey: From Rags to Riches to Rikers, New Yorks Fake Heiress
In this episode of the Compendium, we are diving into part two of our female scammer series where I tell Adam all about Anna Delvey, New York's infamous fake heiress. Originally born Anna Sorokin in Russia, Anna set out to take wha...
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Episode 62
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1:15:08
Cassie Chadwick: Carnegie's Imaginary Heir, Queen of the Con
In this episode of the Compendium, we're looking up Cassie Chadwick, the woman who walked so that Anna Delvey could run. Dubbed Carnegie's imaginary heir, Cassie Chadwick's scam is a story of deception, ambition, and the pursuit of wealth at an...
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Episode 61
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1:18:31
Nuns on the Run: How Eight Belgian Nuns Outsmarted the Church
In this episode of the Compendium, we delve into the audacious tale where eight Belgian nuns orchestrate an unlikely escape from a life of stringent spiritual commitments to chase a dream of freedom in the sun-drenched South of France. Explore ...
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Episode 60
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53:14
House of Gucci: A Tale of Glamour, Greed, and Grudges
In this episode of the Compendium, we’re clutching our pearls as I tell Adam all about the tumultuous saga behind the House of Gucci. From the ambitious beginnings of Guccio Gucci to the tragic murder of Maurizio Gucci. We’re not hitting pl...
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Episode 59
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1:12:24
OJ Simpson: "I did it", Unraveling the Trial of the Century
We're Back!!! In this episode of the Compendium, we’re giving you a brief foray into the intricate and controversial O.J. Simpson trial. Today’s story is one that captivated a nation, and we will help open the doors to the rabbit hole of a stor...
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Episode 58
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1:20:12
[Revisited] Gunther’s Millions: The Unbelievable Story (and Scam) Behind the World's Richest Dog
In this episode of the Compendium, we are revisiting the enigmatic tale of Gunther’s Millions, the legacy behind the world’s most affluent canine. From an unexpected dog inheritance to the mysterious German Countess and her association with the...
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Episode 57
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58:44
[Revisited] The Mysterious Death of JonBenét Ramsey: A Closer Look Into this Tragic Murder
In this episode of the Compendium, we are revisiting the mysterious death of JonBenét Ramsey. A 6-year-old beauty pageant queen who was found dead in the basement of her family's home in Boulder, Colorado. Her parents, John and Pat...
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Episode 56
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1:04:47
[Revisited] The Chippendales: A Story of Fame, Money and Murder
This week, we revist the fascinating and scandalous true-crime story of Somen Banerjee, a shy but ambitious man from India who made a name for himself in America by opening a club that would become the home of the infamous Chippendales. While y...
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Episode 55
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1:08:09
[Revisited] The Miracle of the Andes: The story of a group of survivors of a plane crash in the Andes in 1972.
In this episode of The Compendium we revist an old favourit and one of our most popular episodes. We dive into the gripping and inspirational story of "The Miracle of the Andes", the crash of Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 and the unimaginable ...
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Episode 54
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1:08:41