Scientology Stories #29 - Piercing the Veil of Secrecy: A Bold Escape from Scientology's Headquarters, Recounting the Grit and Resourcefulness of a Pursuit for Freedom

Send us a text Strap in for an extraordinary revelation as former Scientology insiders Marc & Claire Headley, Mark Fisher, and Janis Gillman Grady join us to unravel the enigma that is the Church's leadership. Their stories transport us deep into the world of L. Ron Hubbard and David Miscavige, juxtaposing Hubbard's peculiar idiosyncrasies with Miscavige's unchecked indulgence. The preservation of Hubbard's quarters, a time capsule of his existence, contrasts starkly with Miscavige's tast...

6 Helmi 20242h 30min

Send us a text Embark with us on a voyage into the heart of Scientology's most guarded secrets, as Claire Headley joins me to unravel the mysteries of the Operating Thetan levels. Claire's firsthand experiences from the Sea Organization's nerve center provide a stark contrast to my own journey, which took shape after stepping away from the church. Together, we examine the mental acrobatics demanded by the church's upper echelons and navigate the complex road to liberation from its clutches, a...

1 Helmi 20241h 38min

Send us a text Embark on a journey of transformation and discovery with Sasha Zbitnoff, who peels back the curtain on his life-altering transition from Scientology to enlightenment. Our dialogue takes a deep dive into his pivotal collaboration with Steven Hassan and his enlightening educational presentations for psychiatrists. Sasha's candid storytelling offers a treasure trove of insights, contrasting the doctrinal practices of his past with the therapeutic benefits he discovered in psychiat...

30 Tammi 20241h 5min

Send us a text Embark with us on an eye-opening exploration of Scientology's clandestine world, as we're joined by Mitch Brisker for an episode that promises to unravel the mysteries of a music video that's sparked as much debate as it has intrigue. We're pulling back the curtain on the financial and power structures weaving through the church, from Norman Starkey's influential role to David Miscavige's climb up through Author Services Inc. Witness the contrast between the opulence of ASI and...

25 Tammi 20241h 43min

Send us a text When the foundations of your world are shaken by the hard truths of a life once lived under the stringent control of the Church of Scientology, where do you find the strength to speak out? Jon, a tech expert and former Scientologist, joins me, Claire Headley, to unravel his deeply personal history within this enigmatic organization. Our conversation is a tapestry of courage and vulnerability, exploring the disconnection policy's impact on Jon's family ties, his formative years ...

23 Tammi 20241h 20min

Send us a text Every journey has its twists and turns, but few are as deeply transformative as Sasha Zbitnoff's escape from the life he was born into, a life steeped in Scientology. Join me, Claire Headley, for a riveting conversation where Sasha bares his soul about the trials and tribulations he faced from a Scientology-affiliated upbringing to the moment of clarity that propelled him to chart a new course. His gripping account offers an inside look at the intimate yet often suffocating emb...

18 Tammi 202455min

Send us a text Peel back the curtain of Scientology's elusive practices with a deep dive into 40,000 leaked documents from the church's inner sanctum. Our latest episode brings you on a journey through the clandestine world of Scientology's Office of Special Affairs and International Management, illuminating the extent of control exerted over its most high-profile member, Tom Cruise. We examine the intricate playbook for media management and the roles of David Miscavige, Cruise's sister Leann...

16 Tammi 202443min