In this Bonus episode of the All the latest things, we uncover some of the strangest news stories. We discuss a wild insurance scam involving bear suits and luxury cars, Mattel's 'Wicked' doll packaging error that accidentally led to adult websites, and the possibility of octopuses taking over the world. We also talk about the Grindr app crash at the Republican National Convention and its unexpected reasons and Trump's speech that sounded a lot like 'Legally Blonde.'

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In this episode of the Compendium, we are transporting back to 1986 to explore the Challenger Disaster. learn about Christa McAuliffe and her dream that turned into a heartbreaking space shuttle tragedy. Learn how a flawed O-ring caused the space shuttle explosion and changed NASA forever. We’ll discuss Richard Feynman’s critical role in uncovering the truth and the lasting impact of the Challenger Disaster on space exploration. and we’ll examine how this tragedy happened, what lessons were learned, and its ripple effects on the world of science and beyond.

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1. Challenger: The Final Flight (Netflix series)
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3. The Rogers Commission Report - pdf
4. Space Shuttle Challenger Explosion - Youtube
5. Christa McAuliffe Center for Integrated Science Learning

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In this episode of The Compendium, we dive into imfamous The Shark Arm Murder, one of Australia’s most bizarre and unsolved mysteries. When a tiger shark at Coogee Aquarium vomited up a human arm in 1935, it set off a true crime saga involving forgery, blackmail, and a deadly underworld rivalry. Today we explore the story of Jimmy Smith, Patrick Brady, and Reginald Holmes, and how their tangled lives shocked Sydney. Was the shark merely a witness, or did it hold the key to solving the crime? Tune in for this incredible blend of historical crime and wild twists.

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2. National Library of Australia: Archive on the Shark Arm Murders
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In this episode of The Compendium, we dive into the story of Milli Vanilli, the duo that captivated the world with their catchy hits like “Girl I’m Gonna Miss You” and “Girl You Know It's True". Their stunning looks captivated a generation of teenagers, only for it all to come crashing down in one of music’s biggest scandals. Today we tell you what happened to Milli Vanilli, the truth behind their Grammy award scandal, and how Fab Morvan and Rob Pilatus went from rising stars to infamous symbols of industry deception. We explore the darker side of the music world involving Frank Farian and Clive Davis, Because Milli Vanilli lip-syncing was just the beginning.

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1. Milli Vanilli – Wikipedia
2. Behind the Music: Milli Vanilli – VH1 Documentary Episode
3. Frank Farian press Conference - Youtube
4. Milli Vanilli Press Conference - Youtube
5. From Stars to Scapegoats: The Milli Vanilli Scandal – Rolling Stone Feature

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In this episode of the Compendium, it's shoes, glorious shoes, the astonishing life of Imelda Marcos, the first lady of the Philippines known for her opulent lifestyle and a staggering number of shoes. But there's also a dark side to Imelda. We'll uncover the rise and fall of the Marcos regime, how they plundered their people's money, imprisoned, tortured, and murdered thousands, sparking a revolution and their downfall—or did it? Dubbed the "Iron Butterfly," we'll look into the corruption, scandals, and outlandish spending of Imelda Marcos.

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1. "Imelda Marcos: The Rise and Fall of One of the World's Most Powerful Women" by Carmen Navarro Pedrosa
2. "The Kingmaker" (2019) directed by Lauren Greenfield
3. “Ruby Wax Meets Imelda Macros” - Documentry by Ruby Wax

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In this episode of the Compendium, we uncover how the Sex Cult led by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, also known as the Osho movement, nearly took over Antelope, Oregon. We explore the rise of Rajneeshpuram, the Rajneeshee cult's transformation, and Ma Anand Sheela's pivotal role in the Rajneeshee plot that led to the biggest bioterror attack in U.S. history.

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• “What it was like to be a child in the commune” - Article in The Guardian
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In this episode of the Compendium, we go Inside Scientology to explore the mysterious vanishing of Shelly Miscavige, wife of David Miscavige, and the ongoing speculation surrounding her disappearance. We discuss the power dynamics at play in the Church of Scientology, the shocking claims of Scientology abuse, and the bizarre world of Scientology missing persons. With key questions like Where is Shelly Miscavige now? and What happened to Shelly Miscavige?, this episode uncovers one of Scientology's most unsettling mysteries. Tune in as we examine the real story behind the headlines.

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1. Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief by Lawrence Wright
2. Inside Scientology: The Story of America's Most Secretive Religion by Janet Reitman
3. Leah Remini's Scientology and the Aftermath (TV Series)
4. Bare-Faced Messiah: The True Story of L. Ron Hubbard by Russell Miller
5. The Unbreakable Miss Lovely: How the Church of Scientology Tried to Destroy Paulette Cooper by Tony Ortega

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In this episode of The Compendium, we explore how the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal extended beyond a private affair between President Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky. It became part of a broader effort, with some suggesting it was a "vast conspiracy" aimed at undermining the presidency, using Monica and other women as pawns in a political agenda. We examine how the scandal escalated into an impeachment trial and a media frenzy, with secret tapes at its center. Today, we uncover the truth and untold layers behind one of the most significant political scandals of the 20th century.

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1. "Monica's Story" by Andrew Morton
2. "The Starr Report" by Kenneth Starr
3. "A Vast Conspiracy: The Sex Scandal That Nearly Brought Down a President" by Jeffrey Toobin
4. "The Clinton Affair" – Documentary series by A&E
5. “Impeachment” the American Crime Story

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