Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan from 'I've Had It' talk about Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos, the tradwife movement, and Ron DeSantis' unsettling smile. The hosts also discuss quirky holidays, curling, contrasting political personalities, controversial rulings on sanctity of life, and the dark realities of traditional gender roles on social media.
The podcast covers the Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos as children, the tradwife and divine feminine movements, and the disturbing behavior of Ron DeSantis.
Former family vlogger Ruby Frankie faced child abuse allegations and ran a cult-like coaching service with discriminatory practices, raising red flags ignored by the authorities.
The case emphasizes the dangers of performative parenting by influencers, urging critical consumption of online content to avoid falling victim to deceptive portrayals.
Deep dives
Ruby Frankie: A Story of Shocking Abuse and Deception
A former family vlogger on YouTube named Ruby Frankie, in conjunction with her business partner, Jodi Hildebrandt, faced serious allegations of child abuse, including forcing a child to endure extreme sun exposure leading to serious burns and duct-taping a child. These events came to light when one of the children sought help from a neighbor, resulting in Frankie pleading guilty to aggravated child abuse charges.
The Disturbing Cult of Connections
Connection, run by Jodi Hildebrandt, was described by former followers as a cult of shame and belittlement. The coaching service, promoted through Frankie's platform, had participants subjected to judgment, shame, and abusive practices. The channel also featured discriminatory comments, including racist, homophobic, ableist, and transphobic remarks.
Warnings Ignored and Troubling Signs
Despite viewer concerns voiced on their YouTube channel, the Division of Child and Family Services was contacted about the Frankies' activities years prior to the abuse coming to light. The troubling behaviors, including allegations that should have raised red flags, pointed to a dark reality that was eventually brought to the forefront.
The Father's Role and Complicity
The father's attorney claimed that he was brainwashed and isolated, offering an explanation for his passive role in the situation. However, questions arise regarding his complicity and awareness, given the duration of the abuse and separation from the family. The father's lack of intervention raises concerns about his role in the tragedy.
Media Literacy and Online Performative Parenting
The case of Ruby Frankie highlights the dangers of performative parenting and the online presence of influencers. The over-the-top online personas can sometimes mask darker realities, leading viewers to question the authenticity and intentions behind such content. The need for media literacy and critical consumption of online content is crucial to avoid falling victim to harmful influences and deceptive portrayals.
Hi. Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan of the podcast "I've Had It" join Katy and Cody to discuss the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are children, the tradwife and "divine feminine" movements, and how we almost forgot about Ron DeSantis' gross, weird, tonguey little smile.
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