Comments on: Episode 42: Listener Questions Part 5

By: Lisa W

Lisa W — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 13:56:22 +0000

Another fantastic episode. I wanted to shed some insight on one of the questions asked about other podcasts. One listener asked why you haven’t been on highly popular podcasts such as Arm Chair expert. As an avid listener to that podcast, hosted by Dax Shepard and Monica Padman, it might be due to a conflict of interest. Dax is an actor who was on the show Parenthood for 6 years. One of his tv sisters was Erika Christensen who is an active Scientologist. During her episode they skirted the topic of Scientology but I think it was made clear to him to tread lightly. He frequently has expert guests on his show but he’s never directly tackled any specific cult. I would be shocked if he ever invited you and Leah on as guests but I would absolutely love to listen to that episode should it ever come to fruition.

By: Beth

Beth — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:10:19 +0000

I’m a little behind on the podcasts, so forgive me if you’ve already answered this, but what is the best way to approach a Scientologist? I know we can’t run up and say “You’re in a cult!” or just give them information as they will turn a deaf ear and deny it all. I also know we should make them be aware of the Aftermath Foundation so they know there is a way out, but was there anything that could have been said to you that would have rattled your foundation? Something that would make you think question your choices?

I’ve had thoughts that maybe we act interested and then ask if they get to spend a lot of time with their families, work reasonable hours or get paid fair wages. Basically chip at any cracks in their resolve. None of it seems like it would work though. Is the only hope getting the FBI in or the IRS to revoke tax exempt status?

By: Faerymaiden

Faerymaiden — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:59:28 +0000

During this podcast Leah mentions that she still looks at the clock and thinks “If I were still in Scientology I would be doing…x right now” It made me wonder what it was like for each of you when you first left? What was that first week of living without that constant demand on your schedule like?
Was it similar for the both of you leaving Scientology from different positions, one of a SeaOrg member and Leah who wasn’t part of the SeaOrg? Did you have a time of somewhat not knowing what to do to fill up the parts of your days previously devoted to Scientology activities? Mike, Were you just so busy dealing with the fair game aspects of leaving that you were just as busy as always? In addition to the relief to be away from the organization was their also a sense of loss? Of course there was loss felt for the people that you are now disconnected from, that’s not what I am referring to. I am more wondering if there was a struggle to figure out how you fit in the world without this thing that has consumed your life or was it just replaced with the mission to expose the evils of the group almost immediately? I hope this conveys my ask, I am struggling to find the right words for my question 🙂 I have a friend that left a cult and it was a real struggle for them to figure out how to move on and fit into the “real” world moving forward, and I think it may benefit people that are thinking of leaving a cult, or have just left one to know how you made it through those first few weeks of unventured territory.

By: Balletlady

Balletlady — Fri, 28 May 2021 14:57:01 +0000

In reply to Mike Rinder.

Hope Danny Boy can afford a box of adult Depends……he’s already a piece of shit & is in good company with the load he’s gonna be carrying around in his pants!!1

Hey Danny Boy…..don’t drop the soap in the prison gang shower…………………

By: Vito M

Vito M — Fri, 28 May 2021 03:26:24 +0000

I understand everyone has different political views, but dumping on President Trump is potentially offending half your audience (and supporters). There is no more a Trump cult than a Biden cult or Pelosi cult. The only reason a lot of Trump supporters became vocal and out there is because of what they (we) perceive as the Democrats constant, constant attack on ANYTHING he did. No president should have to govern thru that.

Like I said, I believe that both Republicans and Democrats support your fight against the cult. It crosses the lines between. Please don’t alienate those who support Trump.

By: Sarah P.

Sarah P. — Thu, 27 May 2021 22:34:22 +0000

This was inspired by the listener question you guys answered about the personality tests. I think its a genius question for your next round of listener questions: How does Scientology explain defectors, like you and Leah, who have reached clear? In other words, how is it possible that someone can be clear (and beyond) and not have achieved perfection? How can someone who is clear be an SP? How on earth does Scientology explain this? Love you both!

By: Mike Rinder

Mike Rinder — Thu, 27 May 2021 16:30:08 +0000

In reply to Balletlady. Yes, I think he is shitting his pants. He KNOWS what happened. He also knows the documents exist.

By: Balletlady

Balletlady — Thu, 27 May 2021 16:05:52 +0000

As a never in…I am wondering does ANY FORMER IN think that Danny Masterson is worried, concerned, scared that he might be found guilty & sent to prison?

By: Violet

Violet — Thu, 27 May 2021 06:50:59 +0000

Thank you for all that you do! I love the podcast and loved the TV series! I have two questions: 1. Does Scientology only accept able-bodied people? I don’t think I’ve ever seen a person in a wheelchair or even a cane in any Scientology videos. And what if a member has a child with special needs? 2. What happens if David Miscavige dies? Is there a succession plan in place? What do you think will be revealed, or what will he take to the grave? Thank you!

By: Mike Rinder

Mike Rinder — Wed, 26 May 2021 20:52:32 +0000

In reply to Melissa W. Noted, thanks