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ASSASSINS

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Benazir Bhutto
Tupac Shakur
Shinzo Abe
Tetsuya Yamagami
Ramses III
Assassinations
Pakistan People's Party
Unification Church
Mohsen Fakhrizadeh
Nuclear Weapons
Pakistan
Ancient Egypt
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Japan
John Wilkes Booth
Abraham Lincoln
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
Taliban
Atiq Ahmed

History often moves slowly, almost imperceptibly. But sometimes, the world is changed forever by a single, brutal act of violence. ASSASSINS tells the stories of these moments of chaos and fire. Each week host Aslan Pahari will bring you stories of the world's most shocking assassinations that changed the course of history. From the lone wolf hitman to the professional assassin, you'll hear how fa... more

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Amazing

    This show is great, I really love history so this is perfect for me. I only wish more people listened to this great podcast. Aslan if you’re reading this I just wanted to say this show is awesome and your voice is so good for narration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gothman X
    United States2 months ago
  • What happened to originality?

    The American History Tellers podcast already exists.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dizzy009*
    Australia2 months ago
  • This Podcast Changed Me

    This podcast has been a great listen to and from school and I’ve listened to all of it a few times. My fav episodes are: Abraham

    Linchon’s assassination and Rameses the 3rd explained

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    An Aussie High Schooler
    Australia2 months ago
  • Interesting and well presented

    Love the narrator’s voice and the way he presents the story. Great listening. 😀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HCH71carlton
    Australia2 months ago
  • Moody and interesting

    Love the dramatic take to how the story is narrated. Reminds me of British Cautionary Tales.

    Hope there’s more to come

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark126
    Australia2 months ago

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The majority express enthusiasm for the narratives surrounding lesser-known assassinations, indicating a desire for more content of this nature.
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Several find the production style somewhat overdramatic, mentioning an occasional disconnect with the tone of the stories presented.

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Apple Podcasts
#26
Australia/History
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#65
Saudi Arabia/History
Apple Podcasts
#76
New Zealand/History
Apple Podcasts
#78
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#124
India/History
Apple Podcasts
#141
Ireland/History

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PRESENTS… No One Saw It Coming | The Wrong Turn That Started a World War
Q: What happens after the assassination?
The Austrians held a major meeting and decided to declare war on Serbia, using the assassination as a trigger for conflict.
An ancient mystery solved by modern science!
Q: How did scientists come to the conclusion that this screaming mummy was Prince Penteware?
Genetic analysis showed that the screaming mummy shared 50 percent of their genetic material with Ramses III, indicating they were father and son.

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Focusing on the darker side of history, this audio narrative explores the most shocking assassinations that have profoundly impacted the course of events around the world. Episodes recount tales of notable figures like Abraham Lincoln, Benazir Bhutto, and Ramses III, providing insight into the motives and consequences behind their untimely deaths. Each story intertwines political intrigue, societal upheaval, and the psychology behind such drastic actions, inviting audiences to reflect on historical violence's broader implications. Unique in its approach, the series not only highlights individual narratives but also connects them to significant historical moments, making it a compelling listen for enthusiasts of history and true crime alike.... more

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ASSASSINS launched 4 months ago and published 16 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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