Weird Little Guys Disorganized Crime, Pt. 4
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Nov 6, 2025 This discussion delves into Frank Smith's controversial past, exploring his transition from a Nazi associate to a Christian Identity minister. It examines his proposal for a whites-only church and connections to criminal activities, including shady financial deals surrounding his church's operations. Additionally, the impact of significant figures like George Lincoln Rockwell and the Mob in Frank's life is analyzed, raising questions about the church's role as a potential front for illicit funds. The episode concludes with insights into Frank's legacy and the ongoing murky issues surrounding his church.
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Mail-Order Ordination Led To Extremist Influence
- Frank Smith mailed an ordination certificate to William Fink while Fink was in prison, making him a Christian Identity minister.
- Fink later became a leading purveyor of Christian Identity propaganda inspired by that mail ordination.
Land As A Political Cover
- Frank proposed using his 600 acres in Maine to give the American Nazi Party a faux-church for legitimacy and fundraising.
- The plan shows how extremist groups use religious covers to access institutional protections and donations.
From Mob Target To Nazi Nickname
- After surviving a mob hit attempt, Frank worked on Rockwell's campaign and met his future wife Claudia at the Nazi barracks.
- Rockwell nicknamed him "the Holy Father" despite Frank's opportunistic motives.
