Compact Murder

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 quick but chilling journey into some of the most unsettling crimes ever committed.

  1. The Assassination of King George I of Greece

    10h ago

    The Assassination of King George I of Greece

    In this episode of Compact Murder, we explore the assassination of King George I of Greece, a royal killing that took place in Thessaloniki on 18 March 1913, just as Greece was celebrating major victories in the First Balkan War. Born Prince William of Denmark, George had ruled Greece for almost fifty years before Alexandros Schinas shot him during an ordinary walk through the city. But was Schinas a lone, unstable killer, a political radical, or the visible face of something darker? This is the story of a murder that ended a reign, deepened suspicion, and left Greece facing an uncertain future. Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #CompactMurder, #KingGeorgeI, #GeorgeIOfGreece, #GreekHistory, #RoyalAssassination, #AlexandrosSchinas, #Thessaloniki, #BalkanWars, #TrueCrimeHistory, #HistoricalMurder, #PoliticalAssassination, #ModernGreekHistory

    23 min
  2. You Might Also Like: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

    10h ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

    Introducing Defies Explanation Vol. II from MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories. Follow the show: MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories Today’s podcast will feature 2 stories about unexplainable phenomena. The audio from both of these stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast. Story names, previews & links to original YouTube videos: #2 -- "Two Faced" -- A man is filled with a deep sense of foreboding after a ghastly sight in his mirror (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6m1ImVG1MQ) #1 -- "Make It Rain" -- An inmate has an incredibly weird ability (Original YouTube link -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXd2m_4oBuY)   You can WATCH all new & exclusive MrBallen podcast episodes on my YouTube channel, just called "MrBallen" - https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallen If you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @mrballen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. The Hillside Stranglers

    Jun 12

    The Hillside Stranglers

    In this episode of Compact Murder, we examine the Hillside Stranglers case, one of the most disturbing serial murder investigations in Los Angeles history. Between 1977 and 1978, a series of murders terrified the city before investigators discovered that the so-called "Strangler" was not one man, but two: Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono. This episode looks at the victims, the false police impersonation tactic, the investigation, the Washington murders that broke the case open, and the long legal battle that followed. Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #HillsideStranglers, #TrueCrime, #CompactMurder, #KennethBianchi, #AngeloBuono, #LosAngelesHistory, #CrimeHistory, #SerialKillers, #TrueCrimePodcast, #MurderCase

    22 min
  4. The Zodiac Killer

    Jun 5

    The Zodiac Killer

    In this episode of Compact Murder, we examine the chilling case of the Zodiac Killer, the unidentified murderer who terrorised northern California in the late 1960s. From the first attacks near Benicia and Vallejo to the infamous letters, ciphers, and symbols sent to newspapers, this episode explores how a brutal series of crimes became one of the most enduring mysteries in modern true crime. We look at the confirmed victims, the surviving witnesses, the media frenzy, the suspect theories, and the unanswered question that still hangs over the case: who was the Zodiac? Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #zodiackiller, #truecrime, #unsolvedmystery, #coldcase, #serialkiller, #compactmurder, #crimehistory, #unsolvedcase, #murdermystery, #truecrimepodcast

    25 min
  5. The Hammersmith Ghost Murder

    May 29

    The Hammersmith Ghost Murder

    In this episode, we explore the eerie and tragic story of The Hammersmith Ghost Murder, a case from early nineteenth-century London in which reports of a ghost near Black Lion Lane led to panic, armed patrols, and the fatal shooting of an innocent bricklayer named Thomas Millwood. At the centre of the story is Francis Smith, the man who believed he was confronting a terrifying apparition but instead found himself on trial for murder. It is a tale of superstition, fear, mistaken identity, and a legal legacy that lasted far beyond the dark lanes of Hammersmith. Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #truecrime, #historicalcrime, #hammersmithghost, #londonhistory, #murderhistory, #legalhistory, #ghoststory, #unsolvedhistory, #compactmurder, #darkhistory

    19 min
  6. The Yorkshire Ripper

    May 22

    The Yorkshire Ripper

    The Yorkshire Ripper case remains one of the darkest chapters in modern British criminal history. Between 1975 and 1980, Peter Sutcliffe murdered thirteen women and attacked several more, spreading fear across Yorkshire and beyond. But this is not only a story about a killer. It is also a story about missed chances, flawed assumptions, institutional failure, the devastating Wearside Jack hoax, and the women whose lives were too often reduced to headlines. This episode of Compact Murder examines the case with care, looking at the crimes, the investigation, the victims, the survivors, and the legacy of a manhunt that still raises uncomfortable questions about policing, misogyny, and public memory. Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #YorkshireRipper, #PeterSutcliffe, #TrueCrime, #BritishCrime, #CrimeHistory, #UnsolvedNoMore, #CriminalInvestigation, #TrueCrimePodcast, #CompactMurder, #ModernBritishHistory

    23 min
  7. The Axeman of New Orleans

    May 15

    The Axeman of New Orleans

    In this episode of Compact Murder, we explore the terrifying unsolved case of the Axeman of New Orleans, a shadowy killer who attacked victims in their homes between 1918 and 1919. From the first brutal murders to the infamous letter that told the city to play jazz or face the axe, this is a story of panic, suspicion, flawed justice, and one of America's strangest true crime legends.  Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #truecrime, #compactmurder, #axemanofneworleans, #neworleanshistory, #unsolvedmystery, #historicalcrime, #serialkillerhistory, #jazzage, #truecrimepodcast, #crimehistory

    19 min
  8. The Murder of Jack 'The Hat' McVitie

    May 8

    The Murder of Jack 'The Hat' McVitie

    Jack "the Hat" McVitie was a small-time London criminal whose death helped destroy one of Britain's most infamous criminal empires. In this episode of Compact Murder, we explore McVitie's place in the East End underworld, his dangerous links to Ronnie and Reggie Kray, the failed contract killing that sealed his fate, and the brutal events at Evering Road in October 1967. It is a story of fear, reputation, betrayal, and the moment the Kray legend began to collapse under the weight of its own violence. Visit our website: Compact Murder Find us on our social media sites: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Youtube #truecrime, #compactmurder, #jackthehatmcvitie, #kraytwins, #britishcrime, #londoncrime, #truecrimepodcast, #organisedcrime, #eastendcrime, #crimehistory

    19 min
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About

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 quick but chilling journey into some of the most unsettling crimes ever committed.

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  • Creator
    Compact Murder
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2026 - Compact Histories
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