In 1888, a series of murders terrorized the streets of London's East End, with the killer known as Jack the Ripper. In this episode of The Compendium, we delve into the infamous case, examining the victims, the investigation, the suspects, and the theories surrounding one of history's most notorious unsolved crimes.

So, who was Jack the Ripper? Was he a doctor, a royal, or perhaps someone completely unexpected? What was the motivation behind the brutal murders? And why has this case captured the public imagination for over a century? Join us as we explore the facts and the fiction surrounding this enigma of a killer.

We give you The Compendium's take on this chilling story, but if you want more, here's a list of additional resources to explore: https://www.jack-the-ripper.org/ and podcasts like Timesuck that covered this episode in way more detail. 

Who do you think Jack the Ripper was? What do you believe was the motivation behind these grisly crimes? We'd love to hear your opinions.

Host & Show Info

• Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
• About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they’re your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people.
• Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland by Aleksey Chistilin

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