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EPISODE · Apr 26, 2025 · 1H 3M

The Truth About the Murder of Mary Phagan - Fight Back Ep. 68

from Fight Back with Jake Shields · host Jake Shields

On April 26th, 1913, 14 year old Mary Phagan was murdered in Atlanta, Georgia, and her body was found in a factory basement the following day. The resulting arrest and conviction of Leo Frank led to the creation of the ADL - who still claim to this day his innocence. In today's episode, Jake interviews the great-niece of Mary Phagan, Mary Phagan Kean, who explains the truth of what really happened that day.Do you think Leo Frank was guilty?Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Discovering the Family Secret04:32 Research and Collection07:34 Controversy and Public Perception10:41 Legal Battles and Pardon Efforts13:57 Media and Historical Representation18:37 Modern Efforts and Final Thoughts34:25 Uncovering the Truth About Leo Frank35:01 The 2015 Campaign and Public Reactions36:39 The 2019 Conviction Integrity Unit Announcement39:00 Challenges in Obtaining Records45:02 Debunking Historical Hoaxes49:12 The Role of Media and Public Perception01:00:25 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

On April 26th, 1913, 14 year old Mary Phagan was murdered in Atlanta, Georgia, and her body was found in a factory basement the following day. The resulting arrest and conviction of Leo Frank led to the creation of the ADL - who still claim to this day his innocence. In today's episode, Jake interviews the great-niece of Mary Phagan, Mary Phagan Kean, who explains the truth of what really happened that day.Do you think Leo Frank was guilty?Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Discovering the Family Secret04:32 Research and Collection07:34 Controversy and Public Perception10:41 Legal Battles and Pardon Efforts13:57 Media and Historical Representation18:37 Modern Efforts and Final Thoughts34:25 Uncovering the Truth About Leo Frank35:01 The 2015 Campaign and Public Reactions36:39 The 2019 Conviction Integrity Unit Announcement39:00 Challenges in Obtaining Records45:02 Debunking Historical Hoaxes49:12 The Role of Media and Public Perception01:00:25 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

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