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Blown for Good: Scientology Exposed

Marc Headley & Claire Headley
Scientology
David Miscavige
Tom Cruise
L. Ron Hubbard
Sea Organization
Golden Era Productions
California
Gilman Hot Springs
The Cycle Of Communication
Religious Technology Center
Cry Out
Childhood Trauma
Disconnection
Child Labor
Emotional Abuse
Riverside County Sheriff's Office
The Hole
Creative Artists Agency
Brothers Broken
Depression

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 h... more

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A ship. A hotel turned school. A childhood taught to keep secrets. Pamela Nicole Williams joins us to trace a rare, ground-level history of Scientology—from her parents’ early work around Hubbard in D.C. and training at St. Hill to li... more

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The glossy reels say “global help.” The insiders tell a different story. We sit down with director Mitch Brisker to map how Scientology reengineered Narconon after multiple deaths, shifted operations from the secretive International B... more

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A holiday shouldn’t require a stopwatch. We open up about what Thanksgiving and Christmas looked like inside Scientology’s Sea Org—15-minute meals stretched to 45, staged fireplace photos mailed home as “proof of life,” and a steady d... more

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What happens when you strip the mystique from Scientology and just answer the hard questions? We open the inbox and go straight at the topics most people tiptoe around: where Shelly Miscavige is likely being held, why so few members e... more

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Recent Guests

Pamela Nicole Williams
Author of Clearly Lies Are True
Episode: Shipboard Childhoods And Buried Memories - Scientology Secrets #24
Phil Jones
Expert and board member at the Aftermath Foundation
Episode: The Aftermath Billboards: How Public Awareness Helps Sea Org Escapees leave Scientology
Amy Scobee
An author and former Scientology executive who wrote a book about her experiences
Episode: Unraveling Scientology's Secrets: Insider Revelations, Land Schemes, and Personal Journeys - Scientology Q&A #20
Aaron Smith-Levin
Activist and former Scientologist
Growing Up in Scientology
Episode: Revealing the Drama of Scientology's Leadership and Secrets - Scientology Q&A #15
Mike Rinder
Former Scientologist and activist
SPTV
Episode: Revealing the Drama of Scientology's Leadership and Secrets - Scientology Q&A #15
Sarah Edmondson
Whistleblower and advocate, author of 'Scarred' and speaker on cult dynamics.
Episode: Exposing NXIVM & Scientology: Sarah Edmondson on Cult Manipulation, Healing Journeys, and Deprogramming Efforts Life After Scientology #4 w/ Sarah Edmondson
Katherine Christensen
Former Sea Org member with 27 years of experience
Episode: Scientology Stories #47 - Sea Organization Q&A - What do Sea Org Members think of the "outside" world?
Katherine Olson
Ex-Sea Org member and interviewee
Episode: Unveiling Scientology's Hidden Depths: Claire's Sea Org Interview, Super Bowl Battle Plans, and Financial Exploitation Exposé w/ Katherine Olson - Scientology Q&A #12
Jessica Palmadessa
Activist and content creator focused on exposing Scientology
Episode: Daring Infiltration and Digital Defiance: Jessica Palmadessa's Crusade Against Scientology's Secrets - Scientology Stories #41

Hosts

Marc Headley
Co-host and former high-ranking Scientology member who spent 15 years at Scientology's secret desert compound, sharing insights from his personal experiences within the organization.
Claire Headley
Co-host and Marc's wife, who also shares her experiences and challenges faced during her time in Scientology, providing a unique perspective alongside her husband.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 567 ratings
  • Joy Villa is a Deeply Problematic Guest

    Great show, but let’s not platform Joy Villa just because she left Scientology. She continues to be toxic and culty. Look her up. She’s harmful to humanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lkmw1967
    United States4 months ago
  • I love Claire

    I do care about Marc too but Claire has a special light that only allows her to do good. No pretense but lots of empathy and humor are a recipe for modeling an authentic self.

    I do believe the Scientology parents are negligent and don’t seem concerned about how their children are being treated by this cult. Claire grew up to be lovely despite Scientology and the neglect of her parents to this day!!😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zenus Worst nightmare
    United States4 months ago
  • Top Ten Podcast

    I really enjoy all the stories and deep knowledge Claire and Marc share with the world. The happiness, kindness, and humor of the podcast is much appreciated. Great content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CedarCloudPhD
    United States6 months ago
  • Keep Shining Light On This Darkness

    I became interested in Scientology when I stumbled across Tony Ortega’s book about Paulette Cooper, Breaking Miss Lovely, which tells a horrifying true story about how Scientology operates and the vindictive, vicious nature of their cult. Marc and Claire have compelling stories and it’s frankly very impressive that they have managed to thrive with a successful marriage, business, family and podcast despite everything they have been through-not everyone gets out (#WheresShelley?) They&their guest... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paphuahua mom
    United States7 months ago
  • My go to Podcast

    I found this podcast after listening to them as guest speakers on Mike Rinder and Leah’s podcast and have never looked back. Have listened to them all and have really educated me on Scientology. Also great that they are a good laugh too. Keep up the great work with educating people and getting people out and into a safe environment. From sunny Britain 😂🇬🇧

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    awilko83
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Many listeners appreciate the empathetic approach towards former Scientologists and those still entangled in the organization.
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Shipboard Childhoods And Buried Memories - Scientology Secrets #24
Q: Can you give me an overview of what led you to writing this book?
Pamela discusses how a traumatic event activated repressed memories related to her Scientology upbringing and prompted her to journal and eventually write her memoir.
Holiday Realities Inside Scientology - Scientology Secrets #22
Q: What challenges do ex-Scientologists face during holidays?
Ex-members face the emotional impact of disconnection from family and the bittersweet memories of holidays spent apart, often making the holiday season particularly difficult.
Holiday Realities Inside Scientology - Scientology Secrets #22
Q: How is Thanksgiving celebrated within the Sea Organization?
Thanksgiving in the Sea Org is marked by a small meal break, often consisting of standard chow line food, rather than a traditional family gathering.
Holiday Realities Inside Scientology - Scientology Secrets #22
Q: Do Scientologists believe in Christmas?
Scientologists celebrate the receiving of gifts but do not believe in the origin story of Christmas, often viewing it as a pagan holiday.
We Answer Your Big Questions About Xenu, OT Levels, Shelly, And Life After Escaping Scientology - Scientology Secrets #21
Q: How can Tom Cruise and John Travolta believe in Xenu? Why don't they help Shelly?
Some Scientologists may get along and play along, believing in the teachings while not acting on them, whereas Tom Cruise is thought to genuinely believe in Scientology.

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Exploring the inner workings of Scientology, particularly the organization's management and culture, the content often features personal experiences and anecdotes from the hosts who previously worked within the organization. Capturing the often bizarre and harsh realities faced by members, themes such as secrecy, control, and escape are prevalent throughout discussions. Episodes cover topics such as the lives of high-ranking members, the controversial beliefs of Scientology, and the profound psychological impact of being part of the church. Unique to this exploration is the blend of humor with serious revelations, creating an engaging narrative that both informs and entertains, while also advocating for those affected by Scientology's pract... more

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