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Overcoming Fear and Scientology's Battle with the Internet
2:02:05 - 2:08:53 (06:48)
This podcast episode touches on the idea that being brave in the face of fear can make you less scared, and also discusses how Scientology is faring in the age of the internet.
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In this episode, the conversation turns to the topic of Scientology and its influence on government agencies, both local and federal.
2:02:05 - 2:02:48 (00:43)
Summary
In this episode, the conversation turns to the topic of Scientology and its influence on government agencies, both local and federal. The guests discuss the organization's financial resources, lack of sophistication in utilizing bot armies, and their history of influencing law enforcement and government agencies.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Scientology's Battle with the Internet
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Scientology's money is best used for hiring non-Scientologists like lawyers, lobbyists, and retired judges who work behind the scenes for the organization's benefit, despite the high-level involvement of some members like Greta Van Susteren's husband.
2:02:48 - 2:03:48 (01:00)
Summary
Scientology's money is best used for hiring non-Scientologists like lawyers, lobbyists, and retired judges who work behind the scenes for the organization's benefit, despite the high-level involvement of some members like Greta Van Susteren's husband.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Scientology's Battle with the Internet
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Despite some officials secretly harboring negative feelings towards Scientology, the organization has integrated itself deeply into the community in Clearwater, with nonprofit organizations receiving millions of dollars in funding from wealthy Scientology members.
2:03:48 - 2:05:50 (02:01)
Summary
Despite some officials secretly harboring negative feelings towards Scientology, the organization has integrated itself deeply into the community in Clearwater, with nonprofit organizations receiving millions of dollars in funding from wealthy Scientology members.
ChapterOvercoming Fear and Scientology's Battle with the Internet
Episode#361 – Aaron Smith-Levin: Scientology
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The feedback loop of having confidence and being brave can help one not to be affected by fear, but also create less fear.
2:05:50 - 2:08:53 (03:03)
Summary
The feedback loop of having confidence and being brave can help one not to be affected by fear, but also create less fear. A discussion about how pushing forward helps overcome challenges and become resilient to obstacles.