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Lori Hodgson is "disconnected" from her kids who stayed in scientology after she left the cult. Jessica and Jeremy can't acknowledge their MOTHER. The cult swooped in on her kids to get them more deeply involved in the cult when Lori was in the hospital 8 years ago. She's tried everything. Going public. Staying quiet. Pushing back, praying, screaming, sending letters - you name it - this Mom did it. And still...no word from her kids. The heart remembers what the mind forgets. Somewhere deep in Jessica and Jeremy's hearts lives the memory of a mother's love. Let's tune into that memory. Let's tune into that vibration. Let's hold a space for hope to bring Jessica and Jeremy back to their senses. Jessica and Jeremy - call you mother.
There’s no shortage of content out there on the subject of Scientology. When we decided to tackle it, we knew the episode would have to focus on people, and the lasting effect Scientology has on its members once they leave. The Church of Scientology has been in conflict with governments and police forces of many countries and is widely criticized. It was founded in the 1950s on a set of psychological principles created by science-fiction author Ron Hubbard. Controversy over the years includes allegations of criminal behavior by members, harassment of people perceived as enemies, the death of Scientologist Lisa McPherson while under the Church’s care, and attempts to force search engines to censor information which criticizes the church. With today’s media landscape, keeping people quiet hasn’t gotten any easier. More and more people have left Scientology and spoken out about its negative effects, despite the Church’s repeated attempts to shut them up. Whether it’s the shocking and crazy stories, celebrity involvement, or simple curiosity, something continues to drive pop culture’s obsession with Scientology, and today, we share the stories of 4 people who escaped the Church, and are now speaking out: Lori Hodgson, Jenna Miscavige Hill, Sam Domingo, and Melissa Paris. Some are putting Scientology in the past, and some are still struggling to this day. Host: Karla Stephens-Tolstoy Producer: Stand Up Speak Up Apparel Editor and Co-Producer: Joel at East Coast Radio Creative Links: http://exscientologykids.com/ https://www.amazon.ca/Beyond-Belief-Secret-Scientology-Harrowing/dp/0062248480 http://escapingscientology.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAVxMII8Dgcw08E0obtbGJA http://www.scientology-cult.com/the-destruction-of-my-family.html https://www.aetv.com/shows/leah-remini-scientology-and-the-aftermath
Lori Hodgson returns to discuss her new book available now for Kindle and May first on paperback! "A Mothers Heartbreak" Is an account of Lori's experience in Scientology starting from a normal family life to being brought in as a second generation member. Upon releasing on Kindle, Lori did a media interview and was told it will not air after Scientology levied threats of lawsuit. Today we'll say the things about the book among other things that Scientology doesn't want you to hear. The truth is the one thing you cannot change. Also, 3 Word Association! All this and more on this edition of Come Get Sum Extra!!! Follow Lori on Twitter: @lori_hodgson Order her book for Kindle here! https://www.amazon.com/Mothers-Heartbreak-Scientology-Destroyed-Family-ebook/dp/B07BWSY6M8 A portion of proceeds will be used towards efforts at eradicating disconnection. If you want to double the impact use this link to have a portion of the sale go to the AfterMathFoundation! https://smile.amazon.com/ch/82-3888709
In todays special Holiday entry, Lori speaks for the first time about her inability to have a relationship with her kids Jeremy and Jessica for the first time in over a year. Lori has done everything short of AtoE steps (A long and arguous expensive process of reindoctrination and admittance of wrong doing, which didn't happen, to establish a connection again. It's also quite expensive) to establish a reconnection with the family she never wanted to lose. Lori didn't make them choose as she has unconditional love for her kids. The church made them choose, always conditions. Hear what happened behind closed doors at Marty Rathbun's leading up to and after the Squirrelbusters came. It's something that adds more intriuging questions to the entire story between Jeremy's 3Million Dollar gag order and Marty's story. Find out the connection and let's reaffirm Hope and Determination in getting these families back together again. https://amothersheartbreak.com/ @lori_hodgson
In this first part of my conversation with Tony, He talks about covering Scientology, Possible Trump connections and much more! I also have been in touch with Lori Hodgson. She was disconnected from her son and daughter when the "Church" made them choose. Later when they were on TV as part of a "POW" style propaganda video, Lori was deeply hurt. She still loves her children and wants them in her life. She wrote letters to them expressing this. In the event this podcast somehow reaches them, I promised to read them on the air. Plus a special past guest drops in and we have a great brief chat!! What made Tony get into covering Scientology? Could Trump be Cult friendly? What was "originally" in OT8? Who's stopping in!? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this edition of Come Get Sum!!! tonyortega.org http://theunbreakablemisslovely.com @TonyOrtega94
Mother's Day finds one mom fighting to see the kids Scientology "disconnected" her from. Lori Hodgson, very recently seen on ABC TV's Nightline, speaks out against the practice that has destroyed families. Jessica and Jeremy - call your mother! - And - meet a funny mom who doesn't mind being mean. Comic Kerri Loiuse Cotter is serving up the laughs this Sunday. This Health & Happiness Show airs May 8 on 100.7 WHUD