
Ruby Franke built a massive YouTube following as the strict, moral-driven mom behind 8 Passengers. But in 2023, her picture-perfect family brand collapsed after her son escaped from her business partner’s home—emaciated, duct-taped, and begging for food and water.
In this episode, we break down the rise and fall of Ruby Franke and Jodi Hildebrandt: how their “parenting” empire spiraled into abuse, what court documents reveal, and why so many people missed the warning signs.
🎙️ That’s My Opinion investigates the facts, the psychology, and the system that allowed it all to happen.