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HISTORICAL FACTS: Ruby franke - The Untold Story

16yo lifeguard invited coworkers to a hot tub party then saw his mother (now a convicted criminal) lurking in the corner: ‘They never came back’

We all remember the crushing weight of getting embarrassed by our mother during our teenage years. But for one 16-year-old’s trying to socialize as a lifeguard, the embarrassment reached a level that few could survive.

The Mary Sue

What Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story tells us about Mormonism

The new Netflix documentary Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story, directed by Skye Borgman, seeks to understand the shocking crimes of both Hildebrandt and business partner Ruby Franke.

The Conversation

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (Jan. 10-11)

Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a breezy new romcom based on a best-selling novel, a riveting true crime documentary, and Netflix's biggest hit of all time.

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Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (Jan. 3-4)

Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a heart-pounding heist thriller led by Jason Statham, a riveting true crime documentary, and Netflix's biggest hit of all time.

Tom’s Guide

Child Abuser Jodi Hildebrandt Still 'Counselling' Vulnerable Inmates Behind Bars

Child abuser Jodi Hildebrandt targets vulnerable inmates with addiction issues in Utah prison, forming counselling groups behind bars.

International Business Times UK

Even with Jodi Hildebrandt Locked Up and Kevin Franke Sounding the Alarm, Ruby Franke Still Looks Trapped

Jodi Hildebrandt is in prison, but questions remain as Ruby Franke faces parole and Kevin Franke warns of child welfare failures.

International Business Times UK

Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story review – shall we all vow not to watch true-crime this twisted in 2026?

This terrifying documentary about the Utah life coach convicted of extreme child abuse feels supremely grubby. How about a new year’s resolution not to watch – or make – anything this grim ever again?

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Netflix new releases — 7 shows and movies you need to stream this week (Dec. 29-Jan. 4)

Dig into all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including "Stranger Things" season 5: The Finale, "Run Away" and more.

Tom’s Guide

Stranger Things to Y Crwydryn: the seven best shows to stream this week

Expect a fan-serving finale as the much-loved series wraps things up, plus a poetic odyssey through Wales that’s a melancholy treat

The Guardian - UK

Jodi Hildebrandt’s niece felt ‘full body terror’ after speaking out against aunt and Ruby Franke’s abuse

Exclusive: Jessi Hildebrandt says they were worried aunt would ‘send out a hit on me’ after they went public with abuse claims

The Independent UK

Disgraced therapist Jodi Hildebrandt’s niece says new doc will clear up ‘confusion’ around Ruby Franke’s abuse

Exclusive: Hildebrandt’s niece, Jessi, tells ‘The Independent’ that ID’s new series focuses more on her aunt’s role than previous documentaries

The Independent UK

Ruby Franke’s ex files medical malpractice suit against convicted child abuser Jodi Hildebrandt for her ‘therapy’ services

Franke and Hildebrandt were sentenced to up to 30 years in prison for aggravated child abuse

The Independent UK

The 37 Best True Crime Shows to Binge-Watch

These are the prestige hits and binge-worthy docuseries you should be watching.

Marie Claire

Utah's New TikTok Law Targeting Family Vloggers Could Actually Give Abusers More Power, Child Safety Expert Warns

Utah's new TikTok law aims to protect children from online exploitation by parents but may unintentionally give abusive guardians more control.

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The Independent UK

Convicted YouTuber Ruby Franke finalizes divorce from husband Kevin after child abuse sentencing

Kevin Franke filed for divorce three months after Ruby’s arrest in August 2023

International Business Times UK

How Is Utah Protecting Kids from Family Vlogging Exploitation After Ruby Franke's Arrest? New Law Might Answer

In 2023, parenting vlogger Franke and her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt pleaded guilty to child abuse charges after one of Franke's children escaped

The Independent UK

After Ruby Franke abuse case, Utah tightens law on influencers

Children ‘cannot give informed consent’ to be put on social media, YouTuber’s ex-husband says

Evening Standard

Devil In The Family: the horrifying true story behind the new Disney+ series

Disney+’ new series unearths the horrifying lengths of abuse the children of Ruby Franke, who ran YouTube channel 8 Passengers, experienced at the hands of their mother – and how the abuse was revealed

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The Guardian - UK

‘Truly jaw-dropping’: astonishing true-crime show Devil in the Family is next-level TV

The shocking tale of a Mormon family YouTuber who was imprisoned for child abuse distils thousands of hours of footage to genuinely push the story forward. It’s as sensitive as it is out-there

Tom’s Guide

Hulu top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching right now

Hulu's top 10 shows are always changing, so we’ve chosen the three worth watching right now.

Latin Times

Convicted Mormon Family Vlogger Ruby Franke Kept Journal Detailing Belief in Children's Demonic Possession

Disgraced YouTuber Ruby Franke kept a chilling journal detailing the abuse she inflicted on her children, whom she believed were demonically possessed.

Bored Panda

23 Terrifying Details About How Abusive Mom Ruby Franke Exploited And Punished Her Six Children

"This was horrific to watch" The post 23 Terrifying Details About How Abusive Mom Ruby Franke Exploited And Punished Her Six Children first appeared on Bored Panda.

International Business Times UK

Quick Facts About Kevin Franke: Ruby Franke's Husband And Where Was He During The Abuse?

Ruby documented her family life on her 8 Passengers YouTube channel for a long time, where they offered parenting advice to thousands of followers.

Pedestrian.tv

The Ruby Franke Doco Dropped Overnight & Heaps Of Disturbing New Info Has Been Revealed

A new Hulu series about the rise and fall of blogger Ruby Franke has just been released, revealing new bombshells about the alleged abuse.

Total Film

6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime, Disney Plus, and more (Feb 28 - Mar 2)

Netflix's new bloody action film and new episodes from fan-favorites shows like Severance and Invincible are among this week's best streaming releases

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