Kevin Franke SLAMS Jodi Hildebrandt in Newly Filed Lawsuit Claiming Isolation, Manipulation and…

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🗓️ 11 August 2025

⏱️ 29 minutes

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A new lawsuit is pulling back the curtain on Kevin Franke’s life inside Jodi Hildebrandt’s grip. In newly filed court documents, Franke lays out disturbing claims of psychological abuse, manipulation, and control — revealing a darker side to the therapist who once had access to his family. Could these allegations explain how this nightmare unfolded? About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/hiddentruecrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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1:16.0	children or how any father could walk away from their children?
1:20.1	Well, this is an episode you'll not want to miss because there is a newly filed lawsuit
1:24.1	against Jody Hildebrandt and it offers a rare and detailed look into what
1:28.5	Kevin Frankie claims he endured. It's a rare, detailed glimpse into what Kevin says really happened,
1:35.3	and it could change the way you see this case entirely. After Ruby Frankie's two youngest children
1:41.4	were rescued from Jody Hildebrand's home. The details revealed a
1:45.0	disturbing picture of abuse and manipulation, all hidden behind the facade of religion, therapy, and
1:50.6	self-help. Soon others came forward with their own stories about Jody, people who trusted her as a therapist
1:56.0	and spiritual guide only to be psychologically controlled and their lives destroyed. Despite mounting evidence
2:02.8	and firsthand accounts, many still struggle to understand how parents like Ruby and Kevin
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