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The Crazy Cruise of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard
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11:44 - 14:24 (02:40)

A recruitment effort by L. Ron Hubbard for his new movement called Scientology ended up with him creating the Sea Org, a group of cultist sailors who were responsible for, amongst other things, the world's largest private navy.

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Elrond Hubbard, founder of Scientology, was known to administer harsh punishments to his crew, even when they made small mistakes.
11:44 - 12:36 (00:51)
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Scientology
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Elrond Hubbard, founder of Scientology, was known to administer harsh punishments to his crew, even when they made small mistakes. He believed that their past lives as sailors made them responsible for their actions, regardless of their current jobs.

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The Crazy Cruise of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard
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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
Elrond Hubbard hired several professional sailors to crew the 3200 ton boat that became the flagship of his fleet, but the experience did not come without drama.
12:36 - 14:24 (01:48)
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Elrond Hubbard
Summary

Elrond Hubbard hired several professional sailors to crew the 3200 ton boat that became the flagship of his fleet, but the experience did not come without drama.

Chapter
The Crazy Cruise of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard
Episode
Part Three: L. Ron Hubbard's High Sea Adventures With His Private Cult Navy
Podcast
Behind the Bastards