EPISODE · Nov 20, 2024 · 31 MIN
MURDERED: Bobby Franks by Leopold and Loeb (Part 3 of 4) | Chicago, IL 1924
from Obscura: A True Crime Podcast · host Justin Drown
Part 3: The infamous crime spurs a media whirlwind. Bobby Franks, trapped in a historical vortex. Witness firsthand the tumultuous storm surrounding the murder of Bobby Franks. Chicago, 1924, the trial captivated national attention.This episode revisits court proceedings and interrogative breakthroughs. The seemingly unstoppable desire for notoriety drove Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb to commit an act of stark cruelty. Understand the gravity of their schemes through immersive audio as surviving evidence tells a tale overrun with vanity and violence. The criminal pursuit of infamy left a community reeling. Questions of morality and justice echo through this retelling, demanding contemplation of crime's path within society. This episode features historical court recordings and interrogation audio, delving into the psychological strains pushing two young men into infamy. Listener discretion advised. Support Obscura:Patreon | Website | Apple PremiumOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Chime and use my code chime.com/OBSCURA for a great deal: https://www.chime.com* Check out Mood and use my code OBSCURA for a great deal: https://mood.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/obscura for a great deal: https://www.quince.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/obscura-a-true-crime-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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MURDERED: Bobby Franks by Leopold and Loeb (Part 3 of 4) | Chicago, IL 1924
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