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Charting the Stormy Voyage of Scientology: Jon Atack's Revelations and the Quest to Illuminate Hidden Truths - Scientology Stories #38

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Embarking on a voyage through the stormy seas of Scientology, we're joined by author Jon Atack to navigate the tumultuous history of the Church and dissect the motivations that led him to write "A Piece of Blue Sky." Casting off from the harbor of belief, Jon recounts the backlash of his departure from Scientology, charting a course through the murky waters of ethics files and auditing sessions. Our collaboration unearths the hypnotic anchors within Scientology's practices, as we shine a beacon on the alarming insights from John's research and his paper "Never Believe a Hypnotist."
Sailing through Scientology's controversial waters, our conversation buoys up personal tales entwined with the Church's storied past. We share the laughter and absurdity that surface when chaos becomes the norm, while also acknowledging the gravity of the Church's influence on its members. Jon's odyssey from believer to questioner elucidates the complex methods employed by the Church to control the narrative around L. Ron Hubbard's enigmatic legacy. We unravel the fear of litigation that shrouds the industry, revealing the relentless determination required to publish stories that scrutinize Scientology.
As our journey reaches its haven, we cast light on the formidable challenge of recovering from Scientology's grasp. We explore the intricate control mechanisms employed by the Church and affirm the imperative of equipping members with comprehensive information to reassess their beliefs. With the curtains pulled back on Golden Era Productions, we expose the ethical quandaries of manipulating Hubbard's spoken and written word. Our expedition concludes by inviting you to add your voice to this critical dialogue, steering the conversation toward the hidden assets and digital fortifications of the Church, and the collective strength found in shared experiences and open discussions.

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Chapters

1. Charting the Stormy Voyage of Scientology: Jon Atack's Revelations and the Quest to Illuminate Hidden Truths - Scientology Stories #38 (00:00:00)

2. Scientology Whistleblowing and Book Writing (00:00:13)

3. Insights and Experiences in Scientology (00:12:13)

4. Hypnotism in Scientology (00:24:22)

5. The History and Decline of Scientology (00:38:59)

6. The Publishing Challenges of Scientology Book (00:53:05)

7. Drugs and Manipulation in Scientology (01:06:48)

8. Mind Control and Recovery From Scientology (01:12:06)

9. Challenging Hubbard's Ideas in Scientology (01:20:02)

10. Manipulation and Controversy Within Scientology Productions (01:33:41)

11. Film Production and Digital Security (01:41:00)

12. Hidden Files and Secrets in Scientology (01:47:30)

13. YouTube Conversations (01:59:15)

126 episodes

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Embarking on a voyage through the stormy seas of Scientology, we're joined by author Jon Atack to navigate the tumultuous history of the Church and dissect the motivations that led him to write "A Piece of Blue Sky." Casting off from the harbor of belief, Jon recounts the backlash of his departure from Scientology, charting a course through the murky waters of ethics files and auditing sessions. Our collaboration unearths the hypnotic anchors within Scientology's practices, as we shine a beacon on the alarming insights from John's research and his paper "Never Believe a Hypnotist."
Sailing through Scientology's controversial waters, our conversation buoys up personal tales entwined with the Church's storied past. We share the laughter and absurdity that surface when chaos becomes the norm, while also acknowledging the gravity of the Church's influence on its members. Jon's odyssey from believer to questioner elucidates the complex methods employed by the Church to control the narrative around L. Ron Hubbard's enigmatic legacy. We unravel the fear of litigation that shrouds the industry, revealing the relentless determination required to publish stories that scrutinize Scientology.
As our journey reaches its haven, we cast light on the formidable challenge of recovering from Scientology's grasp. We explore the intricate control mechanisms employed by the Church and affirm the imperative of equipping members with comprehensive information to reassess their beliefs. With the curtains pulled back on Golden Era Productions, we expose the ethical quandaries of manipulating Hubbard's spoken and written word. Our expedition concludes by inviting you to add your voice to this critical dialogue, steering the conversation toward the hidden assets and digital fortifications of the Church, and the collective strength found in shared experiences and open discussions.

Support the Show.

BFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/
Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/

PODCAST INFO:
Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160/share
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503

Spotify: ...

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Charting the Stormy Voyage of Scientology: Jon Atack's Revelations and the Quest to Illuminate Hidden Truths - Scientology Stories #38 (00:00:00)

2. Scientology Whistleblowing and Book Writing (00:00:13)

3. Insights and Experiences in Scientology (00:12:13)

4. Hypnotism in Scientology (00:24:22)

5. The History and Decline of Scientology (00:38:59)

6. The Publishing Challenges of Scientology Book (00:53:05)

7. Drugs and Manipulation in Scientology (01:06:48)

8. Mind Control and Recovery From Scientology (01:12:06)

9. Challenging Hubbard's Ideas in Scientology (01:20:02)

10. Manipulation and Controversy Within Scientology Productions (01:33:41)

11. Film Production and Digital Security (01:41:00)

12. Hidden Files and Secrets in Scientology (01:47:30)

13. YouTube Conversations (01:59:15)

126 episodes

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