Bobby Franks' Murder
What happens when privilege becomes a tool for murder?
4.4 (21)
266 mins
In 1924 Chicago, 2 privileged teenagers plot a “perfect” murder, targeting 14-year-old Bobby Franks in a crime that shocks the nation. As the case unfolds, the calculated duo’s dark ambitions unravel into a tense manhunt and courtroom spectacle.
Ep 1:
The Body in the Culvert
In 1924 Chicago, 14-year-old Bobby Franks vanishes, and when his body is found, the autopsy exposes a brutal truth.
Ep 2:
The Investigation
After Franks’ body is found, rare glasses at the scene lead investigators to Leopold and Loeb—two privileged students who have a shocking connection to the crime.
Ep 3:
Straight A’s in Crimes
Meet Leopold and Loeb—two brilliant, privileged teens whose intense bond, twisted power dynamic, and boredom-driven thrill-seeking spiral into the urge to commit a “perfect” murder.
Ep 4:
Murdered For Thrill
Leopold and Loeb’s thrill-seeking obsession drives them to select Franks, rehearse the crime, and carry out a calculated murder that eventually collapses into confession.
Ep 5:
Clarence Darrow’s Gamble
Public outrage erupts as Leopold and Loeb are charged, and Clarence Darrow’s eight-hour defense speech challenges the death penalty and shapes a shocking verdict.
Ep 6:
Life in Prison
In prison, Leopold and Loeb struggle to survive, but Loeb’s brutal murder shatters their bond, leaving Leopold to navigate years of confinement and a complicated life after release.
Discussions (9)
Mark
Level 8 · 8 mo agoThe podcast is right about the glasses. Only three pairs with that hinge were sold in Chicago. Without that drop the police had absolutely nothing.
Bryce
Level 8 · 7 mo agoImagine thinking you're a genius but dropping your glasses. Total choke job right there.
Marilyn
Level 7 · 7 mo agoFor two 'supermen' they really lacked basic competence. Dropping your rare glasses at the scene is almost impressive in its stupidity. I suppose money can't buy you the ability to check your pockets.
