Abuse and Exploitation: The Crimes of Ruby Franke | Crime, Corruption, & Cocktails | Episode 166 Crime, Corruption & Cocktails

Ruby Franke was a popular yet controversial influencer known for her extreme parenting style. In August 2023, she and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt were arrested on numerous counts of child abuse after Franke’s son sought help from a neighbor after being bound and deprived of food. Franke’s crimes have caused many to take a closer look at family vloggers and the rights of children featured in vlogs.

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