Ep 3. Kathy
- TVPG
- July 21, 2015
- 41 min
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1.6 (8)
In season 1 episode 3 of "Escaping Polygamy," viewers are introduced to Kathy, a mother of six who has been living in a polygamous community since birth. Kathy's life has been one of servitude to her husband, who is the leader of the community and has multiple wives. Despite her loyalty to the community, Kathy begins to question the lifestyle she has always known and the control that her husband has over her and her children.
The episode follows Kathy as she reaches out to the show's hosts, Jessica and Shanell, in search of help and guidance to escape her life in the polygamous community. Jessica and Shanell, who themselves have escaped polygamous communities, meet with Kathy and begin to plan her escape. They work to retrieve her children who have been placed in foster care and gather the necessary documentation for Kathy to leave the community and start a new life.
As they prepare for Kathy's escape, Jessica and Shanell face several obstacles, including the community's resistance to outsiders and the potential danger of being caught. Despite the risks, Kathy remains determined to leave her husband and the community behind and give her children a better life.
As the episode progresses, viewers see the emotional toll that the polygamous lifestyle has taken on Kathy and her children. Kathy struggles with the guilt of leaving her husband and the fear of starting over on her own. Her children also deal with the trauma of being separated from their mother and living in foster care.
Throughout the episode, viewers are given a glimpse into the inner workings of a polygamous community and the control that leaders hold over their followers. The show also sheds light on the difficulties that individuals face when trying to escape these communities and the resources available to those seeking help.
In the end, Kathy's story serves as a reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Despite the challenges she faces, she remains determined to break free from the polygamous lifestyle and create a new life for herself and her children.
