Weird Little Guys Disorganized Crime, Pt. 1
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Oct 16, 2025 Delve into the tangled life of Frank Smith, a former mafia associate turned Nazi. Uncover the convoluted connections between organized crime, boxing, and a string of chilling bombings in the 1950s. Explore the shady circumstances surrounding the murders and shootings linked to Frank, his dubious trial defenses, and the odd behavior of juries in mob cases. Hear about his prison time, the bizarre ties with Raymond Patriarca, and his swift recruitment into extremist circles after his release. Get ready for a wild ride through crime and controversy!
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Frank Smith's Strange Loyalty
- Frank Smith was a longtime Nazi Party member who bragged about knowing George Lincoln Rockwell and later insisted John Patler wasn't guilty.
- Molly Conger found his manner on the stand reminiscent of a con man and felt compelled to dig into his past.
The June 27 Shooter Mystery
- Multiple sources assumed John Patler attempted an earlier shooting of Rockwell, but timing and alibis complicate that narrative.
- Molly argues another shooter likely fired at Rockwell on June 27, 1967, and Rockwell shouted a nickname, "the Holy Father."
Boxing, Mob Ties, And Early Crimes
- Frank Smith's criminal career began decades earlier with bank robberies and ties to boxing promotion.
- Molly highlights that 1950s boxing in Boston and New York was largely controlled by organized crime, linking Smith to the mob world.
