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The Compendium Podcast

An Assembly of
Fascinating Things!

True Crime  |  Historical Events  |  Incredible People

A weekly variety podcast that gives you everything you need to know on a topic to help stand your ground at a social gathering. We explore stories from the darker corners of true crime, forgotten historical events, and incredible people.

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3 March 2026

01:18:29

Episode 153The 2019 eBay Stalking Scandal: When Tech Giants Become Stalkers

In 2019, eBay went full villain in one of Silicon Valley’s biggest cyberstalking scandals. Today we’re diving into the fragile ego at the top, and the lengths the CEO went to in a harassment campaign against a wholesome suburban couple in Boston. After critical posts hit a nerve, eBay’s CEO instructed their Global Security team to take down nay sayers at any cost. Today we track the emails, fake accounts, doorstep packages, and the FBI investigation that drags the whole opera...

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Artwork for Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped by a Prophet

27 January 2026

01:16:26

Episode 148Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped by a Prophet

In June 2002, a Federal Heights neighbourhood wakes to panic as the investigation stalls and fractures. With suspicion falling on handyman Richard Ricci, the Smart family turns to the spotlight and America’s Most Wanted....

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6 January 2026

01:28:55

Episode 145Lucy Letby: Did She Really Kill These Babies?

A neonatal unit descends into crisis as accusations of murder, medical error, and systemic failure collide around nurse Lucy Letby. This episode examines the events inside the Countess of Chester’s neonatal unit, where u...

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30 December 2025

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Episode 144Bone Wars: The Rivalry That Rewrote Dinosaur History

A bitter rivalry spirals out of control as two palaeontologists race to outdo each other and rewrite the story of the dinosaurs. This episode explores the Bone Wars, the feud between Edward Cope and Othniel Marsh that pu...

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The Hosts

Kyle Risi — host of The Compendium Podcast
Your Ringmaster

Kyle Risi

Hey, I'm Kyle, your host on The Compendium podcast. I believe you don't need to commit to a 10-part series to learn about a story. That's why I'm committed to providing easily digestible stories wrapped up in a neat little one-hour-ish package.

Adam Cox — co-host of The Compendium Podcast
Co-Host

Adam Cox

I'm Adam Cox, your side-show freak co-pilot on The Compendium. Think of me as your voice. Whether on your commute, at the gym, or during quiet moments. Join Kyle and me as we dive into mysterious, fascinating, and oddball topics.

Listener Reviews

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Sarahs so bossy but she means well

Brainy, bingeable & brilliant banter

I learn something new every time I listen but I also find the hosts unbelievably funny, and relatable. Their banter makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside, like we're in the room with them. If someone mentions beanie babies, tetris or nuns - I have 3 incredible tales ready to go, all because of this podcast! Everytime I've recommended it to a friend, they love it, it's one of those podcasts that everyone can find an episode that they enjoy, there's so many to choose from now!

3 Mar 2026The Compendium
Dep Dale

The things really are fascinating…

I love the range of interesting topics this podcast covers and the amusing way Kyle and Adam cover them. Their overview of the Chinchilla kidnapping is my favourite so far - truth is stranger than fiction!

🇦🇺24 Feb 2026Apple Podcasts
ranad4

New Listener from Africa!

Absolutely love how you guys tell stories catch myself talking back as if i am the third podcast member! keep going🩷

🇬🇧23 Feb 2026Apple Podcasts
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