Will Ruby Franke's Letter of Blame, Help Or Hurt Her At Sentencing?
In the unsettling case of Ruby Franke, a mother and YouTube personality accused of child abuse, a crucial question arises: can a parent, supposedly brainwashed, escape accountability for their actions? This was the focus of a recent episode of "Hidden Killers" with Tony Brueski, featuring insights from Jennifer Coffindaffer, a retired FBI special agent.  Franke's legal team, Windward Law, issue...
13m Jan 05, 2024
13m
Ruby Franke's Business Partner Jodi Hildebrandt Attorneys Address Her Plea Deal
Following a court plea agreement on Wednesday, Jodi Hildebrandt's defense lawyer, Douglas Terry, addressed the press outside a courthouse in Utah. Terry explained that Hildebrandt opted for a plea deal prior to Ruby Franke's decision, aiming to spare the children from testifying. "Her primary concern is the children's healing," Terry stated. Hildebrandt is scheduled for sentencing in February. ...
11m Jan 05, 2024
11m
Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on The Depths of Ruby Franke's Malevolent Parenting
Is it possible for a mother to transform from a loving caregiver to a perpetrator of torture? This haunting question lingers in the minds of many following the distressing case of Ruby Franke. Tony Brueski's latest episode of "Hidden Killers" delves into this harrowing tale with insights from Shavaun Scott, a psychotherapist and author, dissecting the shocking developments in the Franke and Jod...
12m Jan 04, 2024
12m
How Much Prison Time Will Ruby Franke Get, Bob Motta Breaks It Down
Is there a boundary to the darkness that can hide within a seemingly perfect family? The distressing case of Ruby Franke, known for her "8 Passengers" vlog on YouTube, brings this question into sharp focus. Recently, Tony Brueski's podcast "Hidden Killers" featured a discussion with a seasoned defense attorney, revealing chilling details of the case against Franke and her alleged accomplice, Jo...
12m Jan 04, 2024
12m
Blame Game -YouTube Mom Ruby Franke Points Finger at Therapist for Child Abuse
In a disturbing turn of events, Ruby Franke, known from the "8 Passengers" vlog on YouTube, has taken a plea deal in her child abuse case. This development raises a critical question: How does one disentangle responsibility and manipulation in such a complex scenario? Tony Brueski's podcast "Hidden Killers" recently delved into this with insights from a former FBI special agent, Robin Dreeke.  ...
14m Jan 04, 2024
14m
Defense Attorney, Bob Motta, Breaks Down the Torture That Ruby Franke Inflicted on Her Children
In a shocking twist that leaves many grappling with disbelief, Ruby Franke, the once-celebrated mommy blogger of "8 Passengers," has pled guilty to an appalling series of child abuse crimes. A recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers," hosted by Tony Brueski, dove deep into the case with insights from Bob Motta, a noted defense attorney. Their discussion revealed a harrowing tale of abuse ...
9m Jan 03, 2024
9m
Utah Mother Behind "8 Passengers" YouTube Channel Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse Charges
Ruby Franke, a Utah mother of six who gained fame through her YouTube channel "8 Passengers," pleaded guilty on Monday to four felony counts of second-degree aggravated child abuse, admitting to the abuse and starvation of two of her children. The plea was entered in a courtroom where Franke appeared wearing gray and white jail clothing, expressing her deepest regret for her actions. The charg...
11m Dec 19, 2023
11m
Inside The Predatory World Of 'Life Coaches' & Ruby Franke
Is it possible for someone to be brainwashed into neglecting their parental responsibilities? This is the question Tony Brueski and former prosecutor Laurie Gilbertson ponder in their podcast "Hidden Killers," while discussing the complex case of Ruby and Kevin Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt.  Kevin Franke claims he was brainwashed by Ruby and Jodi, leading him to be oblivious to the abuse his ch...
7m Dec 18, 2023
7m
Ruby Franke Blames Her Evil Behavior On Jodi Hildebrandt
In a recent development that has shocked many, Ruby Franke, a once-popular YouTuber known for her parenting advice videos, is set to enter a plea agreement on multiple counts of child abuse in Washington County, Utah. This story, emerging from the St. George Courthouse, reveals a harrowing tale of trust, betrayal, and the complex journey toward accountability and healing. The Arrest and Charge...
8m Dec 18, 2023
8m
Inside The Predatory World Of 'Life Coaches' & Ruby Franke-WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
7m Dec 17, 2023
7m
Did Jodi Hildebrandt Brainwash Ruby and Kevin Franke? -WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
8m Dec 17, 2023
8m
Did Kevin Franke undergo brainwashing at the hands of Ruby Frankie and Jodi Hildebrandt? -WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
8m Dec 16, 2023
8m
Ruby Frankie And The Predatory World Of 'Life Coaches'-WEEK IN REVIEW
Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
14m Dec 16, 2023
14m
Is Kevin Franke Legally Responsible for Ruby Franke’s Alleged Abuse Of Their Children?
When does influence cross the line into manipulation, and at what point does one lose sight of their moral and legal responsibilities as a parent? These are the central questions posed in a recent episode of "Hidden Killers," where host Tony Brueski and former prosecutor Laurie Gilbertson delve into the complex case of Ruby and Kevin Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt.  Kevin Franke claims he was bra...
5m Dec 15, 2023
5m
Did Kevin Franke Undergo Brainwashing at the Hands of Ruby Frankie and Jodi Hildebrandt?
In a recent episode of "Hidden Killers," host Tony Brueski engages in a critical discussion with Jennifer Coffindaffer, a retired FBI special agent, delving into the perplexing dynamics of the Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt case. The conversation circles around a crucial question: Was Kevin Franke, Ruby's husband, brainwashed or simply negligent?  The case, which has captured public attentio...
8m Dec 14, 2023
8m
Ruby Frankie And the Predatory World Of 'Life Coaches'
Can a person truly be brainwashed to the extent of overlooking the well-being of their own children? This is the central question that Tony Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott explore in a recent episode of "Hidden Killers," focusing on the complex and disturbing case involving Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt, and Kevin Franke. Kevin Franke, Ruby’s husband, now amidst a divorce, has claime...
14m Dec 14, 2023
14m
Did Jodi Hildebrandt Brainwash Ruby and Kevin Franke?
How does one discern the line between being influenced and abdicating personal responsibility, especially when it involves the safety of one's children? This conundrum sits at the heart of the latest episode of "Hidden Killers," where host Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke discuss the complex case involving Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt, and Kevin Franke.  Kevin Franke's ...
8m Dec 14, 2023
8m
Was Ruby Franke's Husband 'Brainwashed' By Her & Jodi Hildebrandt?
How does a family's private turmoil escalate to a point where it captures public attention and raises serious legal and ethical questions? The latest discussion on "Hidden Killers" podcast, hosted by Tony Brueski, with attorney and former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani, delves deep into the disturbing case involving Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt, and Kevin Franke, exploring the perplexing dyn...
6m Dec 13, 2023
6m
YouTube Vlogger Ruby Franke Faces Divorce and Injunction Amid Child Abuse Charges
In a shocking turn of events, Kevin Franke, the husband of renowned YouTube vlogger Ruby Franke, has filed for divorce and a domestic relations injunction, seeking protection amidst a backdrop of child abuse charges against his estranged wife. The case has sent shockwaves through the online parenting community, where Ruby Franke and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, once thrived as popula...
9m Dec 04, 2023
9m
8 Passengers Child Abuse Case Spurs Utah Lawmaker's Call for Stricter Oversight of Life Coaches
The child abuse case involving Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt has prompted Senator David Hinkins to advocate for enhanced oversight of life coaches across Utah. Hinkins believes that the state must take a more proactive role in regulating this industry to protect families and individuals seeking guidance.  The impetus for Hinkins' call for action came from Ruby Franke's estranged husband, Ke...
13m Nov 29, 2023
13m
Did Jodi Hildebrandt Push Ruby Frankie's Abusive Parenting To The Next Level?
Have you ever wondered how seemingly ordinary individuals can be inexplicably drawn into the magnetic pull of a charismatic leader? The recent episode of "Hidden Killers," hosted by Tony Brueski, delves deep into this very question as he converses with retired FBI Special Agent, Robin Dreeke, about the puzzling dynamics surrounding Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt, and notably, Kevin Franke, Ruby’...
5m Nov 11, 2023
5m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Were LDS Members Easy Targets For Jodi Hildebrandt's Twisted Teachings?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
7m Oct 14, 2023
7m
WEEK IN REVIEW-YouTuber Ruby Franke’s Off-Camera Drama, A Look into the Abuse Allegations
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
6m Oct 14, 2023
6m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Is Kevin Franke Standing Behind His Wife Ruby Franke?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
9m Oct 14, 2023
9m
Were LDS Members Easy Targets for Jodi Hildebrandt's Twisted Teachings?
Can the sanctity of religious institutions provide camouflage for sinister intentions? In the latest episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers", Tony Brueski dives deep into the controversial cases of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt, speaking with former FBI Special Agent and regular contributor, Jennifer Coffindaffer. The revelations are shocking and challenge us to rethink the nature of trust a...
7m Oct 13, 2023
7m
YouTuber Ruby Franke’s Off-Camera Drama, A Look into the Abuse Allegations
How can a person, seemingly under the radar of authority, inflict such egregious harm on the vulnerable for an extended period? This is the question that echoes through a recent episode of "Hidden Killers" with Tony Brueski. Psychotherapist and author, Shavaun Scott, dives deep into the chilling accounts surrounding Jodi Hildebrandt, revealing a tapestry of trauma, manipulation, and institution...
5m Oct 12, 2023
5m
Did Jodi Hildebrandt Push Ruby Franke’s Abusive Parenting to The Next Level?
Have you ever wondered how seemingly ordinary individuals can be inexplicably drawn into the magnetic pull of a charismatic leader? The recent episode of "Hidden Killers," hosted by Tony Brueski, delves deep into this very question as he converses with retired FBI Special Agent, Robin Dreeke, about the puzzling dynamics surrounding Ruby Franke, Jodi Hildebrandt, and notably, Kevin Franke, Ruby’...
5m Oct 12, 2023
5m
Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke, Modern Day Mormon Monsters
How can an individual maintain such a hold over others that even basic human rights are denied?  In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, host Tony Brueski conversed with psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott about the troubling revelations surrounding Jodi Hildebrandt's interactions with Ruby Franke, and the chilling accounts of her past behaviors. The information brought forwar...
7m Oct 11, 2023
7m
Is Kevin Franke Standing Behind His Wife Ruby Franke
How does a seemingly "strict" parent evolve into someone capable of severe child abuse?  In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, Tony Brueski sat down with Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, to dissect a troubling and complex situation. The case at hand revolves around a mother, referred to as Ruby, whose strict...
9m Oct 11, 2023
9m
Kevin Franke, Bad Dad, Criminal or Victim?
Could it be that the whispers of abuse from the Franke-Hildebrandt households were systematically ignored until they reached a deafening crescendo? In a revealing conversation on "Hidden Killers" podcast, host Tony Brueski probed the alleged cases of child mistreatment involving Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt. His discussion with attorney and former Federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani unpacked t...
5m Oct 10, 2023
5m
Did Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt's Connection To LDS Provide Cover For Crimes?
Is there a line between therapeutic practices and outright torture? Recent revelations about therapist Jodie Hildebrandt suggest that sometimes, that line can be terrifyingly blurred.  In a recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers," host Tony Brueski and former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer delved deep into the shocking allegations surrounding Jodie Hildebrandt, a therapist embr...
6m Oct 09, 2023
6m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Will Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt Make A Comeback?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
6m Oct 09, 2023
6m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Will Alleged Abusive Mommy Bloggers See More Charges?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
8m Oct 08, 2023
8m
WEEK IN REVIEW-How Did Jodi Hildebrandt's 'ConneXions' Not Get Shut Down Sooner
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
7m Oct 07, 2023
7m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Former Clients Of Jodi Hildebrandt Detail How She Ruined Their Marriages & Lives
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
11m Oct 07, 2023
11m
Ruby Franke Tried To Stalk Her Haters!
The famed YouTube family known as "8 Passengers", led by Ruby and Kevin Franke, are facing allegations of child abuse, leading to a dramatic unfolding of events that have left their 2.5 million subscribers and the world in shock.  Ruby and Kevin Franke built their online reputation by sharing their lives with their six children in Utah, giving a candid glimpse into their strict parenting style...
9m Oct 06, 2023
9m
How Mommy Bloggers Started a Cult Without Even Knowing It
Is it possible that in seeking help, one could inadvertently be led into a cult-like grip? A recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers" with host Tony Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott delves deep into such a case surrounding Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt. The revelations that emerge from their discussion underscore the crucial need for vigilance in the therapeutic community.  A...
6m Oct 05, 2023
6m
Former Clients of Jodi Hildebrandt Detail How She Ruined Their Marriages & Lives
The line between cultic behavior and genuine therapeutic practices seems to blur when you dive deep into the controversial methods of Jodi Hildebrandt. A recent episode of "Hidden Killers" featuring Tony Brueski and former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke raises the question: When does unchecked power and influence steer away from genuine care and into the dangerous realm of manipulation?  Jodi ...
11m Oct 05, 2023
11m
What Happened To The Marriage of Ruby & Kevin Franke?
Kevin Franke faced an agonizing revelation this past August. He found his wife, Ruby Franke, and their family therapist, Jodi Hildebrandt, detained, with his two youngest children in a healthcare facility for critical malnourishment treatments.  In the year leading up to this grim discovery, Kevin had only received infrequent communication from his now-estranged wife. This drastic shift in fam...
17m Oct 05, 2023
17m
How Far Off the Rails Did Jodi Hildebrandt's Therapy Sessions Go?
In a recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers" with Tony Brueski, the shocking practices of former counselor Jodi Hildebrandt were brought to the limelight. Just how influential were Hildebrandt's methods in the destruction of countless marriages?  Before her arrest, Jodi Hildebrandt was a practicing therapist known for her unique and highly controversial counseling methods. As described ...
8m Oct 04, 2023
8m
How Did Jodi Hildebrandt's 'ConneXions' Not Get Shut Down Sooner?
"How often do people actually file complaints against their therapists, and how often should they?" This pressing question was tackled head-on in a recent episode of "Hidden Killers," with host Tony Brueski and guest psychotherapist and author, Shavaun Scott. Their discussion zeroed in on the intricacies of the mental health profession and provided deep insights into the dilemmas faced by patie...
7m Oct 04, 2023
7m
Do Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt Still Have Loyal Fans?
The trust placed in a therapist is significant. People open up about their most personal and deep-seated issues, hoping to find solutions and heal. But what happens when that trust is broken and, worse, when the guidance provided seems to intentionally destroy relationships? This question has been echoing throughout the latest episodes of the "Hidden Killers" podcast. The spotlight has been th...
6m Oct 03, 2023
6m
Will Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt Make a Comeback?
Does a therapist's background truly reflect the quality of the service they provide? This question has taken center stage after a recent discussion on the "Hidden Killers" podcast where Tony Brueski and former FBI Special Agent, Jennifer Coffindaffer, scrutinized the credentials and malpractice allegations against Jodi Hildebrandt.  In the eye of a storm are allegations against Hildebrandt reg...
6m Oct 03, 2023
6m
Will Alleged Abusive Mommy Bloggers See More Charges?
In the latest episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers", host Tony Brueski sat down with renowned Defense Attorney Bob Motta, also known for his contributions to the podcast "Defense Diaries". The two delved deep into the recent controversies surrounding therapist Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke. The revelations, which have stunned many, pertain to Hildebrandt’s questionable approach to counseli...
8m Oct 03, 2023
8m
Is Ruby Franke Another Victim of Jodi Hildebrandt?
Ruby Franke's fall from grace sent shockwaves through the millions who faithfully followed her family-centric "8 Passengers" YouTube channel. The discovery of one of her six children, emaciated, covered in sores, and bound with duct tape, in Santa Clara, Utah, raised alarm bells and ended her career as a YouTube influencer. Franke had always portrayed a picture-perfect life. "The Mormon mom ap...
11m Oct 03, 2023
11m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Inside Jodi Hildebrandt's Life Coaching That Ruined Lives
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
14m Oct 01, 2023
14m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Was Ruby Franke's Husband Also A Victim Of Her Abuse?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
8m Oct 01, 2023
8m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Will Ruby Franke's Husband Face Charges Too?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
7m Oct 01, 2023
7m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Was Ruby Franke's Husband Complicit In Abuse Of Children?
Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.  This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the...
7m Oct 01, 2023
7m
Did The LDS Church Fund Alleged Child Abuser Mommy Bloggers?
"How did two individuals seemingly manage to pull the wool over so many eyes, manipulating systems and minds to their advantage?"  In a recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers," host Tony Brueski delves into the unsettling tales of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrant. With Lori Hellis, an author and criminal defense lawyer, they shed light on the complexities surrounding these figures, who, ...
6m Sep 29, 2023
6m