Blown for Good: Scientology Exposed
Marc Headley worked at Scientology’s secret desert compound, which houses all Scientology management, for 15 years. The 500-acre property is located deep in the California desert. The local townspeople were told lectures and films were made there. But is that all that was happening? It is the location of a multi-million dollar home for L. Ron Hubbard, built two decades after his death. It is the home of Scientology’s current leader, David Miscavige. So what really happens at the Int Base? Are the stories on the internet true? How does Scientology conduct management of its day-to-day operations? Could stories of armed guards, weapons, staff beatings, and razor wire fences be true? If so, how could a facility like this exist in modern-day America? Hundreds of staff tried to escape over the years. Some succeeded but were never seen or heard of again, and most failed. Why were people kept here? What really went on at the headquarters of Scientology? This is the story of what happened behind the Iron Curtain of Scientology.
Episodes
Claire Headley and Ian Rafalko delve into the disturbing similarities between the hit show Severance and their experiences in Scientology, highlighting how the series captures cult dynamics with eerie accuracy.
• The "innie" versus "outie" identity parallels the cult versus pre-cult personality split
• Corporate control structures in Severance mirror Scientology's hierarchical aut...
Mike Rinder and Marc Headley dive into the current state of Scientology's Office of Special Affairs (OSA), revealing how the once-powerful intelligence arm is now struggling to keep up with mounting challenges and criticisms.
• OSA is Scientology's spy wing, previously known as the Guardian's Office which perpetrated the largest infiltration of the US government in history
• Many Guardian&a...
The Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation's billboard campaign is creating pathways to freedom for those trapped in Scientology, with 10 billboards placed strategically near Scientology buildings throughout Los Angeles.
• Billboards provide a crucial contact method for Sea Org members who have no phones, internet access, or resources
• Board members raised funds to maintain 10 billboards for a full ...
Marc Headley, Mike Rinder, Claire Headley, and Christie Collbran discuss the upcoming Scientology IAS event at Saint Hill Manor in the UK, offering insider knowledge about the extravagant production and likely appearance of David Miscavige.
• Construction of a massive $300K+ tent at Saint Hill Manor indicates David Miscavige will attend the IAS event after four years of absence
• Discussion of the over-th...
Marc and Claire Headley reveal Scientology's Office of Special Affairs has renewed their harassment campaign by sending defamatory letters to Marc's business clients, attempting to damage his professional reputation with a 20-year-old photo.
• STAND League (Scientologists Taking Action Against Discrimination) sent nearly identical letters to those from February 2023
• The letter features a photo...
Former high-ranking Scientology executives reveal the true origins and deceptive practices of the International Association of Scientologists, exposing how David Miscavige maintains control through intimidation, manipulation, and fabricated success stories.
• IAS was created to shield money from IRS scrutiny through offshore accounts in Cyprus, not as a "war chest" for defending Scientology
• We...
The inner workings of Scientology's intricate information collection system reveal how members' private confessions become public entertainment for staff and executives.
• Information collected through auditing sessions, ethics interviews, written confessions (O/Ws), and knowledge reports
• Personal information stored in multiple folder types: PC folders, ethics folders, personnel folders, stude...
We explore the financial secrets of Scientology, revealing how David Miscavige lives in luxury while Sea Org members survive on $46 weekly, and examining the organization's complex money flow system designed to enrich leadership while keeping members financially trapped.
• The secret word "Xenu" proves we aren't affiliated with Scientology since true Scientologists cannot mention this term...
A team of ex-Scientologists has launched 20 strategic billboards across Los Angeles offering help to Sea Org members trying to leave Scientology, following last year's attempt when Scientology quickly shut down a single billboard.
• Billboards feature three designs with memorable phone number 888-300-2002
• Strategic placement ensures Sea Org members will see them on bus routes, near facilities
•...
The Aftermath crew comes together for a fundraiser in support of the Aftermath Foundation, raising over $15,000 in just one hour to help people escape Scientology and rebuild their lives. The foundation has expanded its services beyond financial aid to include educational assistance, mental health support, and career mentorship.
• Updates on Serge, whose story has led to reconnections with family and friends ...
We uncover how Scientology is systematically erasing evidence of David Miscavige's control structure, including the recent removal of "Matters of RTC Concern" from their official websites after decades of existence.
• The RTC "triangle" on Scientology org boards has been quietly removed, eliminating visual evidence of how David Miscavige can bypass all command channels
• Scientolo...
Former Sea Org members share their experiences of becoming parents after leaving Scientology, exploring the challenges of starting families without educational backgrounds or parental models to follow. They discuss how disconnection from their own parents impacted their approach to parenting and how they've built successful lives despite the organization's efforts to hinder them.
• Marc and Claire H...
Marc and Claire explore the uncanny similarities between the Apple TV show Severance and their experiences in Scientology's Sea Organization, revealing how the show's creators may have studied cult dynamics to create the fictional Lumon Industries.
• "Lumon is the Sea Org" - the workplace depicted in Severance mirrors Sea Org life with shocking accuracy
• Disconnection policies in Scie...
Marc and Claire celebrate approaching 40,000 subscribers while revealing their new "Little Davey Doll" figurine mocking Scientology leader David Miscavige, with all proceeds supporting the Aftermath Foundation that helps former members rebuild their lives.
• Revealing the upcoming "Little Davey Doll" (aka "Troll of the Hole") that will be available in October in the SP Shop
•...
Tony Ortega and Claire Headley examine a newly revealed Scientology document that exposes the church's step-by-step process for declaring enemies and using confidential information against them.
• The document is a checklist for writing Suppressive Person declares, confirming what ex-members have claimed for decades
• Scientology regularly violates its own confidentiality policies, using personal con...
Marc and Claire Headley reunite on their channel to discuss recent developments in Scientology, including newly discovered spy files and their ongoing efforts to expose the organization's practices.
• Over 40,000 pages of Scientology's internal spy files have been uncovered, revealing extensive surveillance operations
• Despite Scientology's claims that abusive practices ended years ago, re...
Marc and Claire Headley explore the eerie similarities between Apple TV's hit show "Severance" and their 15 years as executives in Scientology's Sea Organization headquarters, finding the dystopian workplace drama to be a near-perfect parallel to their actual experiences.
• The show's core concept of "innies" and "outies" mirrors Sea Org life where members exist al...
This episode explores the enigmatic figure of Xenu, a central yet often misunderstood character in Scientology’s theology. We delve into the many levels of secrecy surrounding Xenu's existence and relationship to the higher tiers of the Scientology belief system. Discussions dive into the Birthday Game, a metric-based celebration in Scientology, revealing how it draws many into an illusion of growth within the Ch...
This episode originally aired on YouTube on July 25, 2023. Due to popular demand, these episodes are also being made available on the podcast.
The episode centers on the complexities and humor of life after leaving Scientology, emphasizing community growth and the ongoing interest from current and former members of the church. Claire and Mark discuss their "Spy Files" series, sharing insights about OSA docu...
This episode originally aired on YouTube on June 24, 2023. Due to popular demand, these episodes are also being made available on the podcast.
This episode dives into the complex world of Scientology through the perspectives of those who have escaped its grasp. We discuss Mike’s positive treatment update, our fascinating interview with former Sea Org member Hannah Elteringham, and the detailed exploration of the hypo...
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