116. Bad Momfluencer
Parenting vlogger Ruby Franke was a top "momfluencer" with an apparently perfect family life. How did she end up being jailed for child abuse in February 2024?
In February 2024, mother-of-six, beloved parenting guru and social media star Ruby Franke, was convicted and jailed for child abuse.
The case struck at the heart of what it means to be a good carer in today’s society, and how even the most loving parent can end up committing unimaginable cruelty.
Join criminal psychologist, Dr Julia Shaw and true crime documentary maker Amber Haque as they discuss this truly heartbreaking and mind-boggling case – as well as exploring how what and who we choose to follow and interact with on social media can raise serious moral questions too.
Producers: Maggie Latham and Rachel Oakes
Executive Producer: Innes Bowen
Production Coordinator: Juliette Harvey
Mix Engineer: John Scott
Commissioning Editor: Dylan Haskins
Assistant Commissioners: Izzy Lee-Poulton and Sarah Green
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Bad People
True crime stories and insights into why people do bad things.