The Pete Quiñones Show Examining the Leo Frank Trial w/ Tyler Janke Esq. - Complete
Jan 11, 2026
Tyler Janke Esq., an attorney and host of The Libertarian Podcast Review, dives deep into the controversial Leo Frank case. He examines the evidence, including a bloody shirt and shifting testimonies, while unpacking the social dynamics of 1913 Atlanta that fueled the investigation. Tyler discusses Frank's controversial trial procedures, the political fallout of Governor Slaton's commutation, and the subsequent lynching. They also analyze the formation of the ADL and reflect on the case's legacy and its relevance in modern advocacy.
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Why Frank Was Targeted, Not Just For Religion
- Leo Frank was investigated because evidence placed him at the scene and his behavior was suspicious, not primarily because he was Jewish.
- Tyler Janke emphasizes local context: Jews in the South were often considered white and integrated into society in 1913.
Conley's Long, Pivotal Testimony
- Jim Conley testified that Leo Frank confessed and asked him to help dispose of the body, providing vivid courtroom testimony.
- Conley's 16-hour testimony was central and surprisingly resilient under cross-examination.
Evidence Of A Framing Attempt
- Investigators found a planted bloody shirt and altered timecard, indicating attempts to frame Newt Lee.
- Evidence showed Frank tried to manufacture alibis and implicate others, deepening suspicion against him.
