Chapter

Escaping Scientology's Highest Ranks
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1:38:28 - 1:42:47 (04:19)

A former Scientologist recounts his journey through the church's highest ranks, including being forced to lie for both L. Ron Hubbard and David Miscavige.

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A former high-ranking Scientology member shares his personal story of harassment, assault, and violence within the organization in his book "A Billion Years".
1:38:28 - 1:40:21 (01:53)
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Scientology
Summary

A former high-ranking Scientology member shares his personal story of harassment, assault, and violence within the organization in his book "A Billion Years". Despite experiencing such mistreatment, he remained a believer in Scientology for several years after his escape.

Chapter
Escaping Scientology's Highest Ranks
Episode
#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
A former Scientologist reveals how he was forced to lie to protect L. Ron Hubbard and later David Miscavige, causing him to risk losing his loved ones whether he follows orders or leaves Scientology.
1:40:21 - 1:42:47 (02:25)
listen on SpotifyListen on Youtube
Scientology
Summary

A former Scientologist reveals how he was forced to lie to protect L. Ron Hubbard and later David Miscavige, causing him to risk losing his loved ones whether he follows orders or leaves Scientology.

Chapter
Escaping Scientology's Highest Ranks
Episode
#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast