Ruby Franke and Family Vlogging | S2,Ep18

Listen HERE

Summary:

Abby is back for another true crime episode. We delve into the troubling case of Ruby Franke, a family vlogger whose parenting methods led to severe child abuse. We discuss the ethical implications of family vlogging, the influence of a cult-like therapist, and the legal changes aimed at protecting children in online content. The conversation emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, community support, and awareness of manipulative dynamics in relationships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to True Crime and Ethical Considerations

04:01 The Case of Ruby Frankie and New Legislation

06:41 Family Vlogging: The Fine Line

09:23 Ruby Franke's Background and Family Dynamics

11:52 The Influence of Jodie Hildebrandt

14:35 Manipulation and Control in Relationships

17:18 The Dark Turn: Mental Health and Manipulation

18:40 The Role of Therapy and Influence

19:57 Skepticism and Family Dynamics

20:56 Red Flags in Relationships

22:23 Isolation and Control

24:24 Escalation of Abuse

27:12 The Turning Point: Escape and Arrest

28:44 Evidence of Abuse and Mental Illness

30:13 Consequences and Reflections

31:00 Life Lessons and Warnings

Takeaways

• The importance of ethical true crime consumption.

• New laws are emerging to protect child content creators.

• Family vlogging can blur the lines of privacy and exploitation.

• Ruby Franke's case highlights the dangers of cult-like influences.

• The role of community in preventing abusive dynamics.

• Children's voices and autonomy in online spaces are crucial.

• Mental health issues can lead to harmful parenting practices.

• Critical thinking is essential when dealing with authority figures.

• Isolation can exacerbate manipulative relationships.

• Awareness of red flags in relationships is vital.

  
  

Articles mentioned:

• https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yns1lIbgSYFldskPpol6k?si=GPPlEYv5Teuc7pqouwM_UA

• https://www.hulu.com/series/devil-in-the-family-the-fall-of-ruby-franke-302e037b-92b9-4c45-8acd-a0db60d5a159

Join our Patreon: www.patreon.com/thoseothergirls 

Facebook group: Those Other Girls with Mallory and Friends

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Those Other Girls

Leave a review on ApplePodcast: Those Other Girls with Mallory and Friends 

Engage on Spotify: Those Other Girls with Mallory and Friends