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Welcome to 5 Minute Murder, the podcast where each week we explore the dark and gripping world of murder, murderers, serial killers, and assassinations—all in about five minutes. 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 bring you concise, fascinating insights into the darker side of human history. Prepare yourself fo ...
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In the seventeenth episode of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into the dramatic murder of Jean-Paul Marat, a radical journalist and key figure of the French Revolution. In just five minutes, we explore the fateful events of July 13, 1793, when Marat was stabbed to death in his bath by Charlotte Corday, a young woman who believed his incendiary writings w…
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In the sixteenth episode of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into the dramatic and controversial murder of Grigori Rasputin, the mystic who wielded extraordinary influence over Russia’s royal family in the early 20th century. In just five minutes, we recount the events of December 1916, when Rasputin was lured to his death by a group of conspirators inten…
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In the fifteenth episode of 5 Minute Murder, we explore the chilling story of H. H. Holmes, one of America’s first known serial killers. In just five minutes, we unravel the dark tale of Holmes’s infamous “Murder Castle” in Chicago during the 1890s, a labyrinth of hidden rooms and trapdoors designed for sinister purposes. Holmes lured victims with …
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The Assassination of President Abraham Lincoln
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In the fourteenth episode of 5 Minute Murder, we examine the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, a defining moment in American history. In just five minutes, we recount the fateful events of 14 April 1865, when Lincoln was shot by actor and Confederate sympathiser John Wilkes Booth while attending a play at Ford’s Theatre. The episode explo…
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In episode 13 of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into the tragic and pivotal case of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old African American boy whose brutal murder in 1955 became a catalyst for the American Civil Rights Movement. In just around five minutes, we recount the events leading up to Till's horrific killing, the shocking aftermath, and how his death expos…
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In episode 12 of 5 Minute Murder, we explore the mysterious death of renowned astronomer Tycho Brahe, whose groundbreaking work paved the way for modern astronomy. While Brahe's official cause of death was long thought to be natural, speculation has persisted for centuries about possible foul play. In this episode, we unravel the theories surroundi…
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In episode 11 of 5 Minute Murder, we explore the tragic and brutal murder of Hypatia, a renowned philosopher and mathematician of ancient Alexandria. In just around 5 minutes, we’ll uncover the details of her life, her groundbreaking work, and how her murder by a violent mob marked a turning point in the decline of classical antiquity. Join us for …
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In episode ten of 5 Minute Murder, we explore the chilling case of Ted Bundy, one of the most notorious serial killers of the 20th century. Known for his charm and intelligence, Bundy used his charisma to lure unsuspecting victims, leaving a trail of brutal murders across several states during the 1970s. His horrifying double life and the shocking …
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In episode nine of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into one of history’s most infamous assassinations—the murder of Julius Caesar. On the Ides of March in 44 BC, the Roman leader was brutally stabbed to death by a group of senators, including his once-trusted ally Brutus. This betrayal, carried out in the name of preserving the Roman Republic, marked a t…
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In episode eight of 5 Minute Murder, we unravel the deadly intrigue behind the murder of Sir Thomas Overbury, a scandalous case that rocked the English court in the early 17th century. Poisoned while imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1613, Overbury’s murder revealed a web of deceit, ambition, and revenge involving some of the highest figures in …
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In episode seven of 5 Minute Murder, we explore the terrifying Ratcliff Highway Murders, a series of brutal killings that shook London to its core in 1811. Over two weeks, two families were savagely slaughtered in their homes, sparking widespread panic and fear throughout the city. The murders were so vicious and perplexing that they led to one of …
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In episode six of 5 Minute Murder, we step back to 12th-century England to uncover the shocking murder of Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury. Once a trusted confidant of King Henry II, Becket’s growing defiance of royal authority led to his brutal assassination inside Canterbury Cathedral in 1170. This act of violence, spurred by a royal outbu…
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In episode five of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into the terrifying streets of Victorian London to explore the gruesome mystery of Jack the Ripper. Operating in 1888, this unidentified killer brutally murdered at least five women in the Whitechapel district, leaving a legacy of fear and speculation that has endured for more than a century. Despite num…
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The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
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In episode four of 5 Minute Murder, we take a look at the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, an event that sparked one of the deadliest conflicts in human history—World War I. On 28 June 1914, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne was gunned down in Sarajevo, setting off a chain reaction that led to global war. Join us as we explore the p…
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In episode three of 5 Minute Murder, we delve into the infamous Lizzie Borden case, one of the most notorious and controversial murder mysteries in American history. On a sweltering August day in 1892, Lizzie Borden’s father and stepmother were brutally murdered with an axe in their home, sparking a sensational trial that captivated the nation. Des…
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In the second episode of 5 Minute Murder, we uncover the chilling story of Mary Ann Cotton, often regarded as Britain’s first female serial killer. Operating in the 19th century, Cotton’s life was marked by a series of suspicious deaths—many involving those closest to her. With poison as her weapon of choice, she left a trail of bodies in her wake,…
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Welcome to the very first episode of 5 Minute Murder, where each week we delve into the chilling details of a murder, a murderer, a serial killer, or an assassination—all in about five minutes. In today’s episode, we explore the infamous case of Elizabeth Short, better known as "The Black Dahlia." Her brutal and mysterious murder in 1947 remains on…
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