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I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mike Rinder today. Mike was an activist and author who had an unmeasured level of dedication to his cause. In the few interactions I had with him, he was extremely kind and generous with his time. This week's episode is from when Mike joined me to talk about his memoir A Billion Years. I hope you enjoy it. We'll miss you Mike. --- Original Airdate: October 10, 2022 This week I'm thrilled to welcome Mike Rinder to the podcast. I've been a huge fan and supporter of his work since I first read Lawrence Wright's book Going Clear about the history and abuses of the Church of Scientology. Mike co-hosted the A&E documentary series Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. He reunited with Remini for the podcast Scientology: Fair Game. Mike was kind of enough to take time out of his busy schedule to talk about his new memoir A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. I can't recommend this book enough. It's one I will definitely revisit over the years. Thanks for listening!  Kyler -- Episode Links:  Mike Rinder's Blog  The Aftermath Foundation ("...help those who want to leave Scientology and the Sea Organization, but lack a system of support they can rely on while getting on their feet in the outside world.")  IG: @rindermike  While available you can purchase signed copies of A Billion Years HERE.In this episode Mike mentioned these books:  Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover  Bare-Faced Messiah: The True Story of L. Ron Hubbad by Russell Miller   Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl  The Sociopath Next Door by Martha Stout

Mike speaks with Michele Adair, who was a Mental Health Counselor in the Navy for 11 years and is now married to Rachael Hastings, one of David Miscavige's former camerawomen. Michelle shares helpful information and advice from her years of providing therapy to people who have been traumatized. Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Mike Rinder was raised as a Scientologist from early childhood. He went on to serve as Scientology's international spokesperson and as the head of its Office of Special Affairs and was a member of the Board of Directors of Church of Scientology International from its creation in 1983 until he left in 2007. Since renouncing Scientology, Rinder has become a prominent whistleblower against its abuses. He appeared in the HBO documentary Going Clear and cohosted all three seasons of the Emmy Award–winning show Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath on A&E. Mike is currently the host of the new podcast Exposing Scientology. His latest book A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology is now available on paperback. In this highly informative discussion, Mike explains in detail the deceptive nature of Scientology's recruiting tactics and outlines the nefarious ways in which its leaders exert control over their followers. Before You Go: Rachel breaks down the harmful Scientology concept of the “reactive” mind explaining how it attempts to weaken emotional safeguards in followers. All of Rachel's free informational PDF documents are available here: www.rachelbernsteintherapy.com/pdf.html All of Rachel's video lectures are available for purchase here: rachelbernsteintherapy.com/videos.html To help support the show monthly and get bonus episodes, shirts, and tote bags, please visit: www.patreon.com/indoctrination Prefer to support the IndoctriNation show with a one-time donation? Use this link: www.paypal.me/indoctrination Connect with us on Social Media: Twitter: twitter.com/_indoctrination Facebook: www.facebook.com/indoctrinationpodcast Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@indoctrinationpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/indoctrinationpodcast/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/rachelbernsteinlmft You can always help the show for free by leaving a rating on Spotify or a review on Apple/ iTunes. It really helps the visibility of the show!

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Phil Jones, of the "Call Me" billboard joins Mike Rinder to discuss the state of scientology in Canada and their continued violation of minimum wage laws. You can reach Phil at: https://stopscientologydisconnection....Also see undercover investigation of Quebec Org here: https://tonyortega.substack.com/p/und...The documents referred to in this video are available at Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/scien...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

#194 The Best Discoveries In 2023 This is the third and final countdown show before the break and to cap off 2023. Discoveries are anything (song, book, game, film, etc.) that we discovered in 2023 but from different years. It is our way to paint a personal top 10 as well as highlight different works that are new to us but worth talking about. We will be back around the Academy Awards ceremony; maybe after. Have a good break     Next Time: tbd   Otherpodcast.com   Show Notes 00:00:00 INTRO 00:03:41 Discovery themes 00:12:38 #10 00:23:07 #09 00:32:26 #08 00:44:04 #07 00:57:05 #06 01:09:30 #05 01:25:35 #04 01:35:57 #03 01:51:03 #02 02:05:21 #01 02:19:12 Honorable Mentions 02:25:59 EXIT   Luke -Good Night Oppy -Tombstone -This Is How You Lose the Time War -A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology -All Quiet On the Western Front -Permanent Record -Tender is the Flesh -Fight, Magic, Items -Caleb Hammer: Financial Audit -Ted Lasso   Oscar -NOS4A2 -Hollow Knight -Free Solo -One Piece -Bojack Horseman -Children of Ruin -Navalny -The Parade -Life is Strange 2 -Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice   Ralf -Slay the Spire -Gunbuster -Star Wars Jedi: Falen Order -Yellowjackets -Blackbird -It's OK to Not Be OK -Meet Me in the Bathroom -Fleishman Is In Trouble -Bleach: The 1000 Year Blood War -(becoming an uncle)

Recent events with the Mayor of East Grinstead accepting a check from scientology and attending a Tom Cruise movie premiere highlight the efforts of scientology to build a wall of protection for itself.  Elected officials and law enforcement are rubbing shoulders with an organization actively engaged in human trafficking and other abuses. They should know who they are enabling. Alex Barnes-Ross (Apostate Alex) has been digging in and exposing the facts to the world. Check out Alex's excellent website here: https://www.scientologybusiness.com/You can also find him on X:   / apostatealex  To find copies of the documents mentioned in this episode visit Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/leah-...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Leah and Mike break down the emotional terrorism that is inherent in scientology based on a recent article in Psychology Today.Find a link to the article and other things mentioned at my blog post: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/leah-...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Marc & Claire Headly and Mike reveal for the first time yet another smoking gun document proving scientology lies to the media and courts.For more information on this episode and copies of the documents visit Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/a-com...The Taylor Holley dissertation on scientology being in violation of public policy: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/audit...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Marc & Claire Headley and Mike dive into the Alice in Wonderland world of scientology "arbitration" -- and in particular the "arbitrators" scientology chose for Valerie Haney's recent nightmare experience. Marc, Claire & Mike personally know each of them well and share the details. For more information on this episode and the subject of scientology "arbitration" in general, visit Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/scien...Eye-Opening Moments PodcastEye-Opening Moments are stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives. They are...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Perpetrator UnknownIn the realm of true crime, there are mysterious, disturbing cases where the...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyGet Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Mike Rinder and Marc Headley talk about the history of Tom Cruise's  efforts to woo David and Victoria Beckham into scientology, why this was considered so important and why Cruise failed so miserably. Mike and Marc were both in on the ground floor for much of this and share behind the scenes details. To see the documents and videos referred to in this episode, visit Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/tom-c...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Breaking news from Jeffrey Augustine, who joins Mike Rinder, Marc & Claire Headley to talk about the latest in the Masterson saga.See Jeff's story at Scientology Money Project: https://scientologymoneyproject.com/2...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Listen to the proof of scientology's fair game harassment activities as Leah and Mike dissect a secret scientology program written to intimidate a whistleblower into silence.Find the documents and the Hubbard references here: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/?p=26...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Leah and Mike explain how scientology views and treats victims of abuse and crimes and why it is so difficult to break the chains of indoctrination and agreement within the organization. To see copies of the documents referred to in this episode, go to mikerindersblog.org.Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Rosemary Chicwak reached and asked to speak about the elder abuse in Scientology. Hearing her experiences first-hand adds to the outrage of these abuses. To see the letter referred to go to my blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/scien...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Mike Rinder & Claire Headley continue their shocking interview with Mike Brown about the horrific treatment of his mother, Rosemary, now 77, in the Sea Org, and how, with the help of the Aftermath Foundation he managed to get her out.In Part 2, Mike Brown shares the incredible details of exactly how they helped Rosemary escape and how she is doing now.  Mike, Mike & Claire also answer listener questions. To see the documents we discuss in this episode, go to Mike's blog: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/scien...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Mike Rinder & Claire Headley talk to Mike Brown about the horrific treatment of his mother, Rosemary, now 77, in the Sea Org, and how, with the help of the Aftermath Foundation he managed to get her out.The details of what was done to her (and others) will make you angry and wonder how this sort of blatant and widespread mistreatment is allowed to occur in a civilized society.Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Rachael recounts her personal experiences as scientology tried to "cure" her of being gay. She explains what it was like working directly for Miscavige, including that his $10,000 per day hair and make up people were not allowed to be gay, and the absolute insanity of what had to be done to make his hair look "perfect" for photos and video. It's some ridiculously crazy stuff.Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Rachael Hastings was a Sea Org member at Scientology Media Productions, and a favored camerawoman of David Miscavige. As part of an "ethics handling" for being gay, she was required to interrogate a man who admitted to molesting young girls -- scientology officials refused to report this to the appropriate authorities or even kick him out of the Sea Org.Due to algorithms and policies we have deleted the name of the perpetrator and some of the details from the interview. They can be found on Mike's blog here: https://www.mikerindersblog.org/anoth...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Leah Remini and Claire Headley met with LAPD Chief Moore after social media pressure shamed him into it. The LAPD has given Scientology preferential treatment, and met with Danny Masterson's attorneys.  Leah and Claire hoped to educate the LAPD on the truth about Scientology. They describe how the meeting went and a lot more.Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Leah & Mike expose the lies of scientology claiming they have no policy preventing anyone from reporting crimes to law enforcement. Read the policies for yourself and hear how scientology prevents perpetrators of crimes from facing justice.  See the full documents at Mikerindersblog.org.Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Scientology celebrity, Danny Masterson, was sentenced to life in prison for the rape of women who reported these crimes to the Church of Scientology while they were all members. Scientology does not believe in reporting such crimes to law enforcement or any agency outside of Scientology. As a result the crimes were covered up. The victims fought for many years to see justice served. Leah Remini was in court for Masterson's sentencing. She brings her unique perspective as to how it unfolded. See the letter from Jane Doe 1's mother at Leah's Substack: https://leahremini.substack.com/p/dav...Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

Let the fun begin again! Leah Remini and Mike Rinder are back, talking all things scientology. We discuss what happened to the Fair Game podcast and why it came to an abrupt ending. We also have some scientology documents that you need to hear about. You can find full copies of the documents we reference in this video at mikerindersblog.org. Get Mike's book: "A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology" on Amazon. Find me on X (Twitter): / mikerinder Instagram: / rindermike Facebook: / rindermike Visit the Mike Rinder store for merch -- t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, mousepads and more: ...

As promised, Scientology Part 2! This week we delve more into who David Miscavige is and what his influence on Scientology has been. We also hear the stories of people who have escaped Scientology, including Leah Remini. PODCASTS: Fair Game with Leah Remini and Mike Rinder Blown for Good: Behind The Iron Curtain of Scientology Surviving Scientology Radio BOOKS TO CHECK OUT: 'Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology' By Leah Remini 'Beyond Belief: My Secret Life Inside Scientology and My Harrowing Escape' By Jenna Miscavige (David's niece) 'Ruthless' By Ron Miscavige https://www.ronmiscavigebook.com/ (David's father) A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology' By Mike Rinder Sources: Going Clear HBO Documentary https://www.scientology.org/ (WARNING: THIS IS THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE. TREAD LIGHTLY) https://www.britannica.com/topic/Scientology https://www.history.com/topics/religion/history-of-scientology https://www.smh.com.au/national/scientology-is-shrinking-fast-and-getting-richer-how-is-this-possible-20210326-p57ea3.html https://fortune.com/2015/04/08/scientology-tax-exempt/# "Panorama" The Secrets of Scientology (TV Episode 2010) Ruthless: Scientology, My Son David Miscavige, and Me by  Ron Miscavige  (Author), Dan Koon  (Author) Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology By Leah Remini  A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by  Mike Rinder  (Author) https://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/story?id=3184003&page=1

The topic of Scientology has turned into a bigger project than we thought it would, so here's an episode where we go over the players in the game, we give some more context to things we learned about in part 1, and we really dive deep into how Scientology took on the IRS. Sources Going Clear HBO Documentary https://www.scientology.org/ (WARNING: THIS IS THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE. TREAD LIGHTLY) https://www.britannica.com/topic/Scientology https://www.history.com/topics/religion/history-of-scientology https://www.smh.com.au/national/scientology-is-shrinking-fast-and-getting-richer-how-is-this-possible-20210326-p57ea3.html https://fortune.com/2015/04/08/scientology-tax-exempt/# "Panorama" The Secrets of Scientology (TV Episode 2010) Ruthless: Scientology, My Son David Miscavige, and Me by  Ron Miscavige  (Author), Dan Koon  (Author) Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology By Leah Remini  A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by  Mike Rinder  (Author) https://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/story?id=3184003&page=1

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Mike Rinder talks Scientology, L. Ron Hubbard, and his own role in the highest ranks of the church.Follow @IdeasHavingSexx on Twitter.Mike Rinder's book: A Billion Years: My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of ScientologyMike's blog, Twitter, and YouTubeMike's recommendations: The Sociopath Next Door, Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology, Blown for Good: Behind the Iron Curtain of Scientology, Counterfeit Dreams, Bare-Faced Messiah: The True Story of L. Ron Hubbard, and Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of BeliefIf you are seeking help leaving Scientology: The Aftermath Foundation

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Scientology: You know it, you hate it. To be fair, unless you're a Scientologist, they hate you too! So it's all even-stevens. But one person they really hate is Mike Rinder. How could anyone hate someone who's last name sounds like reindeer, especially just a few weeks after Santa made his international rounds on that reindeer-driven slay? Well, having spent his youth doing things like, for example, swabbing the decks of L. Ron Hubbard's yacht, Rinder eventually made it into the elite sect of Scientology known as the Sea Organization, eventually becoming Scientology's International Spokesperson and the head of its Office of Special Affairs. Then, he escaped and became a fearless and outspoken ex-member. If you didn't listen to the first interview we did with Mike, we're officially mad at you! But we can forgive and forget—just check it out here.  So why did we have him back on the show? Because he's so fucking lovely. Also, because he just released his new memoir: A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. It's a batshit crazy and exclusive, first-hand look into the inner workings of Scientology and the harm this organization does to its brainwashed members. And in today's episode, we specifically get into how Scientology could potentially come to an end (hint: it involves the IRS no longer putting up with the “church's” bullshit).  So say a little prayer to Xenu and strap on in, cuz this one's a wild ride!  Buy A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology Mike's blog Mike's Website Mike's Facebook Mike's Instagram Also… Hear Ye, Hear Ye: The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. Other Links: Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources CREDITS:  Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Citizens of Sound Producer: Will Retherford Senior Producer: Jess Tardy Writer: Mathias Rosenzweig Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by Mike Rinder One of the highest-ranking defectors from Scientology exposes the secret inner workings of the powerful organization in this remarkable memoir. Mike Rinder's parents began taking him to their local Scientology center when he was five years old. After high school, he signed a billion-year contract and was admitted into Scientology's elite inner circle, the Sea Organization. Brought to founder L. Ron Hubbard's yacht and promised training in Hubbard's most advanced techniques, Mike was instead put to work swabbing the decks. Still, Rinder bought into the doctrine that his personal comfort was secondary to the higher purpose of Hubbard's world-saving mission, swiftly rising through the ranks. In the 1980s, Rinder became Scientology's international spokesperson and the head of its powerful Office of Special Affairs. He helped negotiate Scientology's pivotal tax exemption from the IRS and engaged with the organization's prominent celebrity members, including Tom Cruise, Lisa Marie Presley, and John Travolta. Yet Rinder couldn't shake a nagging feeling that something was amiss—Hubbard's promises remained unfulfilled at his death, and his successor, David Miscavige, was a ruthless and vindictive man who did not hesitate to confine many top Scientologists, Mike among them, to a makeshift prison known as the Hole. In 2007, at the age of fifty-two, Rinder finally escaped Scientology. Overnight, he became one of the organization's biggest public enemies. He was followed, hacked, spied on, and tracked. But he refused to be intimidated and today helps people break free of Scientology. In A Billion Years, the dark, dystopian truth about Scientology is revealed as never before. Rinder offers insights into the religion that only someone of his former high rank could provide and tells a harrowing but fulfilling story of personal resilience.

Mike Rinder, one of the highest-ranking defectors from Scientology, exposes the secret inner workings of this powerful organization in his new memoir A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. In this interview with host Dr. Alan Campbell, Rinder discusses growing up in Scientology, why he decided to leave at age 52, the backlash he faced and how he now works diligently to expose the abuses that continue to happen within the organization. Visit his website at http://mikerindersblog.org.

Kate discusses Branson (HBO) about Richard Branson, and the Masked Scammer (Netflix), which explores how a master con man scammed French elites out of millions of euros. Mike Rinder appeared in the HBO documentary Going Clear and cohosted all three seasons of the Emmy Award–winning show Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath on A&E. He discusses his new book A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KATECASEY and get on your way to being your best self.” Reality Life with Kate CaseyPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyCameo: https://cameo.com/katecaseyTwitter: https://twitter.com/katecaseyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseycaTik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecaseyClubhouse: @katecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245Amazon.com: www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Rinder is an Australian-American former senior executive of the Church of Scientology who has recently written about his experiences in the church publishing a memoir A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. Mike joins Pat to talk cricket, billion-year contracts, rugby league, Xenu, dogs, South Park and any question Pat has about Scientology which he has been obsessed with for more than a decade.

Join us as we talk with Mike Rinder about his new book "A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology". Mike has an incredibly unique perspective being Scientology's international spokesperson and head of Special Affairs focused on silencing & destroying those critical of scientology. Mike also spent an extensive amount of time alongside David Miscavige who's ruled this "Religion" with an iron fist the last couple days. We hope you all enjoy this incredible conversation of what it's like to break out of mind prison of a disrtructive cult. You can get Mike's Book here https://a.co/d/h9gWI6A This episode is brought to you by https://higherbond.com/

Mike Rinder, former senior executive of Scientology, continues his discussion with James Walker about his new book A Billion Years. Scientology sued James and Watchman Fellowship for $9.5 million then infiltrated Watchman's offices with spies. For legal reasons, Watchman has spoken very little about this publicly until this podcast. Mike Rinder, who headed up Scientology's Office of Special Affairs, supervised much of the litigation, harassment, intimidation and other "Fair Game" tactics developed by church founder, L. Ron Hubbard. Rinder left Scientology and now exposes some of the incredibly ruthless abuses allegedly perpetrated by Scientology's current leader, David Miscavige. Mike Rinder is a former senior executive of the Church of Scientology. From 1982 to 2007, Rinder served on the church's board of directors was executive director of its international Office of Special Affairs directing the legal and public relations matters of Scientology. After escaping Scientology, Rinder has exposed the physical and mental abuse inflicted upon staff members by the current head of Scientology, David Miscavige. He co-hosted the Emmy award winning A&E documentary series Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. In 2022 Simon & Schuster published his memoir, A Billion Years.Related Resources Book: A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by Mike Rinder: uhop.me/Billion Leah Remini and Mike Rinder's Podcast - Scientology: Fair Game: FairGamePodcast.com Mike Rinder's Blog: MikeRindersBlog.org Assisting victims: The Aftermath Foundation - TheAftermathFoundation.org Tampa Bay Times: The Truth Rundown (2009):   Part 1  Part 2  Part 3 Watchman Fellowship's Scientology Profile by Kurt Van Gorden: watchman.org/Scientology Watchman Fellowship's archived articles on Scientology: watchman.org/articles/scientology  Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.PROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (over 600 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: watchman.org/notebook. SUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

Rinder was raised a Scientologist from the age of 6 and finally escaped the organization when he was 52.Shortly after he graduated high school in April 1973 he joined the Sea Organization (Sea Org). This is the dedicated core of scientology, Sea Org members sign a billion year commitment to forward the aims of scientology and live communally with other Sea Org members, pretty much out of touch with the outside world. In October 1973 Rinder was aboard the Hubbard's ship Apollo (hence the name Sea Organization) and met him for the first time.In 1981 Rinder began what would become a lengthy history working in and leading the Office of Special Affairs. This is the department of scientology devoted to dealing with external facing matters, including media and public relations, legal and government relations, and dealing with the so-called enemies of scientology.In 2007 Rinder left scientology and has been very vocal about its workings and abuses. Rinder has done dozens of media interviews and appeared in HBO's Going Clear and the 3 seasons of Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. He has traveled to Australia, England and Ireland to speak out about scientology.Websitesmikerindersblog.org(podcast) Scientology: Fair Game .BookA Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology

Bestselling author Mike Rinder drops by to discuss his new memoir, A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientoloty, his time in “the hole,” and how he went from saving the world withscientology to saving the world from scientology. 

Mike Rinder, former senior executive of the Church of Scientology, sits down with James Walker, Watchman Fellowship president, to talk about his new book A Billion Years. Scientology sued James and Watchman Fellowship for $9.5 million then infiltrated Watchman offices in Texas and Alabama with spies. For legal reasons, Watchman has spoken very little about this publicly until this podcast. Mike Rinder, who headed up Scientology's "feared and dreaded" Office of Special Affairs, supervised much of the litigation, harassment, intimidation and other "Fair Game" tactics developed by church founder, L. Ron Hubbard. Rinder left Scientology and now exposes some of the incredibly ruthless abuses allegedly perpetrated by Scientology's current leader, David Miscavige. Mike Rinder is an Australian-American former senior executive of the Church of Scientology. From 1982 to 2007, Rinder served on the church's board of directors was executive director of its international Office of Special Affairs directing the legal and public relations matters of Scientology at the international level. After escaping Scientology in 2007, Rinder has vocally exposed the physical and mental abuse inflicted upon staff members by the current head of Scientology, David Miscavige. From 2016 to 2019, he co-hosted the Emmy award winning  A&E documentary series Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. In 2022 Simon & Schuster published his memoir, A Billion Years.Related Resources Book: A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by Mike Rinder: uhop.me/Billion Leah Remini and Mike Rinder's Podcast - Scientology: Fair Game: FairGamePodcast.com Mike Rinder's Blog: MikeRindersBlog.org Assisting victims: The Aftermath Foundation - TheAftermathFoundation.org Tampa Bay Times: The Truth Rundown (2009):   Part 1  Part 2  Part 3 Watchman Fellowship's Scientology Profile by Kurt Van Gorden: watchman.org/Scientology Watchman Fellowship's archived articles on Scientology: watchman.org/articles/scientology  Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/Free.PROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (over 600 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: watchman.org/notebook. SUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/give.Apologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

I read the opening few words of A Billion Years: My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by Mike Rinder. I've been reading it this month. Mike's story is fascinating, charting his devotion to and escape from what has been variously described as a cult, a business, and a religious movement. A Billion Years also highlights the stories we tell ourselves about the way the world works. I could have made this month's recap about all manner of things – Westminster politics in particular. But I've kind of adopted a new modus operandi, if you like – I'm focusing on what I can control. I'm not wasting my time and energy getting angry, outraged, or even amused by what's happening in with political leaders... If it's up to me, it gets 100%; if it's not up to me, it gets 0%.  So, with that said, I've been out and about for the Activity Quest podcast, visiting a brand new hieroglyphics exhibition the British Museum, checking out an [adventure playground at Stonor Park, and I even went out on a safari too and got to feed some giraffes...  Take a listen: British MuseumStonor ParkWoburn Safari Park On Apple Podcasts, we've just turned on Plus, so you can subscribe for ad-free listening and bonus episodes. That's what I've been busy building out at work. Next month, I'm off to some Christmas lights displays for the show.  And that's when you'll next hear from me – November 30th 2022. 

If you enjoy this podcast, consider buying me a coffee: https://adamstoner.com/support As I rushed out the front door of […] 37 Fitzroy Street in London and stepped into a beautiful June day in 2007, the only thing I was certain of was that I had to get away before anyone realised what I was doing. I left with only a briefcase containing my passport, a few papers, a thumb drive, and two cell phones. Had I attempted to take more, or had I tried to bring my wife and children with me, I knew it would make my escape impossible. I figured I would get them out once I was in a safe place. I headed toward the nearby Warren Street Tube station, glancing over my shoulder to see if I had been followed. I knew if I ran, it might attract attention, so I resisted the urge until I rounded the first corner and ducked into a doorway to catch my breath. Although I had not physically exerted myself, my heart was racing as if I had just completed a hundred-meter sprint. I waited thirty seconds, saw no one, and stepped back onto the street, now walking faster, still acutely aware of my surroundings. I tried to maintain the appearance of a regular Londoner hurrying to the Tube, rather than a fugitive. I knew all the tricks they employed to track down someone like me—after all, I had done the tracking-down myself. I needed to get out of sight, remove the batteries from my phones, use only cash, and stay on the move. The relief began to flood my body as I descended the long escalator. I stopped at the bottom and surveyed the few people behind me. Still no familiar faces. I stood on the platform, back against the tiled wall, and waited for the train to pull in. When it did, I stayed put until all the other passengers had boarded, jumping on at the last minute while glancing down the platform to see if there were any other last-minute riders. There were none. As I sat down and the train pulled out of the station, I breathed long and hard and tried to calm myself. I had a couple of hundred dollars, but nowhere to stay, no clothes other than what I was wearing, no car or job, and no idea what I was going to do or where I was going to go. I knew only that I had to escape the madness my life had descended into. I hoped I could gather my thoughts and figure out a plan. I had no choice: my only other option was to return to the organisation and lamely turn myself in. That was unthinkable. Those, the opening few words of A Billion Years: My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology by Mike Rinder. I've been reading it this month. Mike's story is fascinating, charting his devotion to and escape from what has been variously described as a cult, a business, and a religious movement. A Billion Years also highlights the stories we tell ourselves about the way the world works. I could have made this month's recap about all manner of things – Westminster politics in particular. But I've kind of adopted a new modus operandi, if you like – I'm focusing on what I can control. I'm not wasting my time and energy getting angry, outraged, or even amused by what's happening in with political leaders or foreign wars. If it's up to me, it gets 100%; if it's not up to me, it gets 0%. So, with that said, I've been out and about for the Activity Quest podcast visiting a brand new hieroglyphics exhibition the British Museum, checking out an adventure playground at Stonor Park, and I even went out on a safari too and got to feed some giraffes… Take a listen: British Museum Stonor Park Woburn Safari Park On Apple Podcasts, we've just turned on Plus, so you can subscribe for ad-free listening and bonus episodes. That's what I've been busy building out at work. Next month, I'm off to some Christmas lights displays for the show. And that's when you'll next hear from me – November 30th 2022.

This week I'm thrilled to welcome Mike Rinder to the podcast. I've been a huge fan and supporter of his work since I read Lawrence Wright's book Going Clear about the history and abuses of the Church of Scientology. Mike co-hosted the A&E documentary series Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath. He reunited with Remini for the podcast Scientology: Fair Game. Mike was kind of enough to take some time out of his busy schedule to talk about his new memoir A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology. I can't recommend this book enough. Thanks for listening! Kyler For more about Mike and his work check out: Mike Rinder's Blog The Aftermath Foundation ("...help those who want to leave Scientology and the Sea Organization, but lack a system of support they can rely on while getting on their feet in the outside world.") IG: @rindermike In this episode Mike mentioned these books: Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover Bare-Faced Messiah: The True Story of L. Ron Hubbad by Russell Miller Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl The Sociopath Next Door by Martha Stout

Mike Rinder escaped his 46 years of Scientology, having achieved the #3 spot of power and head of their intelligence unit OSA. His new book helps pull back the curtain on many aspects of this notorious authoritarian cult. He starred with Leah Remini on Scientology and the Aftermath, and now their podcast Fair Game. In this special interview, I cover some essential details that folks (especially cult watchers) will wish to know. For example, he answers my specific questions that help connect the dots with the criminal activity and mind control that Hubbard enshrined into cult doctrine. In this age of mass radicalization, understanding Scientology cult mind control offers a window to understand how intelligent and educated people can fall prey to malignant narcissists. It also proves that people (including top leaders) can exit and become contributing members of society. Learn more about Steven Hassan and Freedom of Mind Resource Center. Visit freedomofmind.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt is joined by Mike Rinder, former senior executive of the Church of Scientology. They discuss the moment he decided to leave Scientology, Tom Cruise's current standing in the church, the impact of 'Top Gun: Maverick,' the internet's damning influence on the future of Scientology, and more—all detailed in his new book 'A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology.' Email us comments, questions, or ideas at thetown@spotify.com Host: Matt Belloni Guest: Mike Rinder Producer: Craig Horlbeck Theme Song: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael talks with Mike Rinder, on his book "A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology." Rinder was Scientology's international spokesperson, head of its Office of Special Affairs, and a member of the Board of Directors of Church of Scientology International, until he left the organization in 2007. Original air date 3 October 2022. The book was published on 27 September 2022.

Mike Rinder spent most of his life as a member of the Church of Scientology International. He joined as a child, and by the age of 18, he signed the organization's Sea Org contract, pledging loyalty and allegiance to the church, while committing all of his future lifetimes to it as well. But after years of emotional and physical abuse, he left the organization in 2007. “I didn't make it all the way through to the end, that's for sure,” he says. Now, Rinder discusses his just released memoir “A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology,” in which he exposes a harrowing account about the church that only someone of his former high rank could provide. But first, Netflix has made several adjustments recently due to competition. Kim Masters and Matt Belloni look into whether they will need to make more changes to survive. 

Checking in from Project Down and Dirty. Amal and George Clooney are celebrating their eighth wedding anniversary and we hear from them in a rare interview. We also welcome incredible guest, Mike Rinder whose new book, 'A Billion Years: My Escape From a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology'. Mike left Scientology in 2007. From 2016 to 2019, he co-hosted the A&E documentary series Leah Remini.

CHRISTMAS DAY OBSERVED / CLASSIC EPISODE FROM OCTOBER 20, 2022-- On the Show:-- Mike Rinder, former senior executive of the Church of Scientology and the Sea Organization, and author of the new book, "A Billion Years: My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology," joins David to discuss his book, his time in Scientology leadership, and much more. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3yVy7ka-- UK Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns after just 43 days in office, making her tenure the shortest in British history-- Oklahoma Republican Governor Kevin Stitt is confronted by his opponent, Democratic challenger Joy Hofmeister, about the reality that violent crime rates are higher in Oklahoma and Oklahoma City than in New York and New York City, respectively-- Failed former Vice President Mike Pence indicates he may support someone other than Donald Trump in 2024-- A new report claims that prosecutors believe they have the evidence to charge failed former President Donald Trump after the Mar-a-Lago raid-- A judge says that Donald Trump lied under oath with regard to 2020 Georgia voter fraud claims-- Randy Kaufman, Republican candidate for college district board in Maricopa County, Arizona, is arrested for masturbating in his truck near a preschool-- Georgia Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker says that laughing at his fake police badge is disrespectful to all members of law enforcement and the military-- Voicemail caller asks about whether voters should be "shamed"-- On the Bonus Show: President Biden releasing 15 million barrels from strategic petroleum reserve, Madison Cawthorn to stand trial for bringing gun to airport, woman charged with sending bee swarm at police, much more...-- Become a Supporter: http://www.davidpakman.com/membership-- Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/thedavidpakmanshow-- Subscribe to Pakman Live: https://www.youtube.com/pakmanlive-- Subscribe to Pakman Finance: https://www.youtube.com/pakmanfinance-- Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/davidpakmanshow-- Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/davidpakmanshow-- Leave us a message at The David Pakman Show Voicemail Line (219)-2DAVIDPAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

-- On the Show:-- Mike Rinder, former senior executive of the Church of Scientology and the Sea Organization, and author of the new book, "A Billion Years: My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology," joins David to discuss his book, his time in Scientology leadership, and much more. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3yVy7ka-- UK Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns after just 43 days in office, making her tenure the shortest in British history-- Oklahoma Republican Governor Kevin Stitt is confronted by his opponent, Democratic challenger Joy Hofmeister, about the reality that violent crime rates are higher in Oklahoma and Oklahoma City than in New York and New York City, respectively-- Failed former Vice President Mike Pence indicates he may support someone other than Donald Trump in 2024-- A new report claims that prosecutors believe they have the evidence to charge failed former President Donald Trump after the Mar-a-Lago raid-- A judge says that Donald Trump lied under oath with regard to 2020 Georgia voter fraud claims-- Randy Kaufman, Republican candidate for college district board in Maricopa County, Arizona, is arrested for masturbating in his truck near a preschool-- Georgia Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker says that laughing at his fake police badge is disrespectful to all members of law enforcement and the military-- Voicemail caller asks about whether voters should be "shamed"-- On the Bonus Show: President Biden releasing 15 million barrels from strategic petroleum reserve, Madison Cawthorn to stand trial for bringing gun to airport, woman charged with sending bee swarm at police, much more...