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Allegations of Child Abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's Space Navy
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44:51 - 48:55 (04:03)

The speaker mentions allegations of child abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's space navy, but notes that no allegations of sexual abuse have surfaced. The Church of Scientology's official statement claims that Susan, who made the allegations, was an unstable drug addict with a history of suicide attempts.

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The conversation revolves around the concept of loyalty and how people can be loyal to their abuser, staying silent about their actions.
44:51 - 45:20 (00:28)
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Loyalty
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The conversation revolves around the concept of loyalty and how people can be loyal to their abuser, staying silent about their actions. The possibility of molestation is also mentioned.

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Allegations of Child Abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's Space Navy
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Part Three: L. Ron Hubbard's High Sea Adventures With His Private Cult Navy
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Behind the Bastards
While no allegations of sexual abuse have been made against L. Ron Hubbard, there have been claims of horrific child abuse within his space navy, including locking a 4-year-old boy in a chain locker for 2 days.
45:20 - 47:00 (01:39)
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Child Abuse
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While no allegations of sexual abuse have been made against L. Ron Hubbard, there have been claims of horrific child abuse within his space navy, including locking a 4-year-old boy in a chain locker for 2 days.

Chapter
Allegations of Child Abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's Space Navy
Episode
Part Three: L. Ron Hubbard's High Sea Adventures With His Private Cult Navy
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
A former member of Scientology recounts the story of David, a child who was locked up on the Apollo ship for two days and two nights without access to the bathroom.
47:00 - 47:47 (00:47)
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Scientology
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A former member of Scientology recounts the story of David, a child who was locked up on the Apollo ship for two days and two nights without access to the bathroom. The incident is described as child abuse and is just one of the brutal disciplinary actions that took place on the ship.

Chapter
Allegations of Child Abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's Space Navy
Episode
Part Three: L. Ron Hubbard's High Sea Adventures With His Private Cult Navy
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
Susan Walsh, a member of the Church of Scientology, disappeared in 1978.
47:47 - 48:55 (01:07)
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Scientology
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Susan Walsh, a member of the Church of Scientology, disappeared in 1978. Despite evidence pointing towards the involvement of the Church, they denied any connection and upheld their official stance that Susan was an unstable drug addict.

Chapter
Allegations of Child Abuse in L. Ron Hubbard's Space Navy
Episode
Part Three: L. Ron Hubbard's High Sea Adventures With His Private Cult Navy
Podcast
Behind the Bastards