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Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley discuss their upcoming joint podcast interview, their first time sharing their full Scientology experiences together, and answer audience questions about the inner workings of the organization.• Recently recorded a two-part, 12-hour podcast interview covering both Mark and Claire's escapes from Scientology• Latest information on Shelly Miscavige shows she was registered to vote at a remote Church of Spiritual Technology location in Petrolia, California• Office of Special Affairs can track escaping members through airline reservation systems and has intercepted people during escape attempts• Sea Org food was so bad that sneaking out for Jack in the Box at 3am was considered a major treat• Religious Technology Center roles included Inspector General positions for Ethics, Admin, and Tech, which have since been eliminated by David Miscavige• Former members still struggle with habits formed in Scientology, particularly eating quickly and working constantly• No clear succession plan exists for leadership after David Miscavige, likely creating organizational chaos when he dies• Scientology claims to accept members of all religions but gradually prohibits any religious practice outside of ScientologyEmail photos of your Fake Navy Davy doll to claire@blownforgood.com or submit them through blownforgood.com/contact for a chance to win prizes in our monthly photo contest.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textEver wondered what happens when you compress four decades of work into just 15 years? The math is staggering. At 109 hours per week—a conservative estimate—Sea Org members pack more work hours into their service than most people will complete in their entire careers.The schedule begins at 7:45 AM with a bus ride to the compound, followed by a brief breakfast and mandatory muster where every staff member is accounted for. Then comes production time—making movies, cleaning facilities, manufacturing materials, or whatever your division requires. Lunch lasts a mere 30 minutes (sometimes just 15), including travel time across the 500-acre property. Another muster, more production, dinner, evening work, mandatory study time, and if you're lucky, you might get home by 11 PM to start again tomorrow. The same routine continues seven days a week, with only Sunday morning's "Clean Ship Program" offering a semblance of personal time—though even then, you're cleaning your quarters and doing laundry under supervision.What makes this schedule particularly insidious is how it deliberately fragments relationships. Despite being married for nearly 14 years while in the Sea Org, we estimate we ate meals together perhaps 40 times total. Our schedules were intentionally staggered by an hour, ensuring the organization remained our primary focus rather than our relationship. Many married couples lived like ships passing in the night, sharing living quarters but rarely sharing experiences.The financial reality compounds this control—earning roughly $50 weekly (before taxes), members must purchase their own hygiene supplies, laundry detergent, and even pay for laundry machine quarters. This perfect storm of exhaustion, isolation, and dependency creates an environment where questioning one's commitment becomes nearly impossible.Want to learn more about Scientology's internal operations? We also highlighted a new resource—SCNFiles.com—which now hosts thousands of internal documents, including the complete Office of Special Affairs network orders. These files offer unprecedented insight into how Scientology's intelligence and public relations arm operates.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

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While Prime Minister Carney has pledged to reduce immigration to Canada, the numbers recently unveiled by the government show a different story.    Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/canadian-immigration-on-pace-to-exceed-government-target-data-shows   PODCAST INFO:

Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson says Canada needs to catch up with America on domestic manufacturing. A task that appears harder than it seems.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/canada-must-catch-up-to-us-on-domestic-manufacturing-says-robertson   PODCAST INFO:

As summer 2025 winds down, rising tensions between the United States and Canada have fuelled a noticeable Canadian boycott of American goods and services.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/canadians-are-avoiding-america-at-an-unprecedented-rate   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textEver wondered how Scientology manages to evade legal consequences for decades of alleged abuses? The answer lies in their sophisticated legal machinery – a system now raising serious ethical questions as former Scientology attorneys ascend to judicial positions.In this eye-opening episode, Marc and Claire Headley (former Sea Org members with 20+ years inside Scientology) analyze the recent appointment of William Hobbs Foreman to California's Supreme Court by Governor Gavin Newsom. This appointment follows a disturbing pattern first established when Mark Marmorro, who represented Scientology against the Headleys in 2009, was appointed to the same court by Governor Schwarzenegger in 2010.Drawing from personal experience and meticulous research, the Headleys present documented evidence of Foreman's involvement in four major Scientology cases, where his legal strategies consistently delayed justice for victims while allowing continued harassment. From forcing religious arbitration to arguing that children's "religious obedience contracts" were binding, these tactics protected Scientology from facing jury trials – which Marc notes they've never won.Most troubling is the revelation that documents from 2021 still link both judges to Scientology cases, raising serious questions about potential conflicts of interest in California's highest court. While judges should ethically recuse themselves from ruling on Scientology matters, their influence extends beyond individual cases to the broader legal environment.This isn't merely an academic discussion – it's a call to action. The Headleys provide practical resources for filing attorney misconduct complaints, submitting judicial grievances, and contacting Governor Newsom directly. They've even compiled bar numbers for key Scientology attorneys to simplify the process.Ready to help bring accountability? Watch now to learn how you can participate in creating meaningful change against one of the most litigious organizations in America.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Every year, BC shells out millions for trade offices around the world. But are they doing anything useful for British Columbians? We dug in.   Watch the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/ShJunvBFS9A?feature=shared   PODCAST INFO:

Canada Post has reported the largest loss in its history, posting a $407-million shortfall in a single quarter.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/canada-post-reports-record-407m-loss-as-labour-dispute-drags-on   PODCAST INFO:

OPINION: Cities in the Lower Mainland are a mess. Why not try and consolidate a few of them?   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/opinion-why-are-we-so-separated   PODCAST INFO:

Mayor Ken Sim is facing intense criticism following a year-long investigation that revealed potential breaches of conduct by him and his ABC party.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/mayor-ken-sim-accused-of-breaching-citys-conduct-code   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textWhen a bizarre letter surfaced on the internet, Marc Headley immediately recognized the signature—"Trudy Hensley, Letter Writer." This wasn't just any Scientology recruitment attempt; it was written by Marc's own mother, who remains deeply entrenched in the organization while completely disconnected from her family.The letter itself is absurd enough: "Well done on purchasing a book in 1999!!!" it exclaims, attempting to recruit someone who bought a Scientology book 26 years ago (and who, as it turns out, has been deceased for years). But beneath this strange marketing failure lies a heartbreaking family story that exposes Scientology's ruthless policies on family separation.Marc and Claire walk us through Scientology's "central files" system—an elaborate tracking mechanism that, according to L. Ron Hubbard policy, can never be deleted. Once your information enters these files, you're tracked for life, and apparently beyond. The organization obsessively measures statistics like "letters out" and "letters in," believing that sheer volume of communication will inevitably lead to new recruits.Trudy's journey within Scientology included years in the Rehabilitation Project Force (RPF), Scientology's notorious labor camp, after fighting with a high-ranking Religious Technology Center representative. Marc shares a particularly painful memory of David Miscavige himself mocking his mother during a staff meeting, calling her "the dumbest bitch in all of the Sea Org." Despite this degrading treatment, she continues to volunteer for the organization while maintaining zero contact with her own grandchildren.This episode provides a rare window into how Scientology's disconnection policy tears families apart, and how the organization's bizarre recruitment practices continue unchanged despite their obvious ineffectiveness. For anyone who's ever wondered how cults maintain control over members even when they're being mistreated, this story offers powerful insights straight from those who lived it.Have you experienced similar cult recruitment tactics or family disconnection? Share your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to subscribe to hear more firsthand accounts of life inside Scientology's secreSupport the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

The federal government recently announced more than a billion dollars to support the softwood lumber sector. What does this mean for BC, the primary supplier?   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/feds-invest-over-a-billion-into-lumber-sector-as-american-tariffs-loom   PODCAST INFO:

Records show the African Descent Society received millions in government grants despite red flags, and officials have not explained why the money kept flowing.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/festival-shutdown-in-vancouver-tied-to-questions-of-government-funding   PODCAST INFO:

BC's Public Safety Minister has asked the federal government for assistance in drug lab cleanups— prompting discussion over which branch of government is responsible for the process.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-bills-ottawa-for-illegal-drug-lab-cleanup   PODCAST INFO:

John Rustad and the BC Conservatives came close to winning in 2024. Now, they are struggling to raise money.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-conservatives-fundraising-below-expectations-disclosures-show   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley share the behind-the-scenes story of how they self-published "Blown for Good," their exposé of Scientology's International Headquarters, despite the organization's history of blocking critical books.• Marc started posting stories online in 2006-2007 under the handle "blown for good"• Decided to self-publish in 2009 after learning how Scientology threatened publishers with costly litigation• Created their own publishing company to protect themselves from legal threats• Worked with former Scientology staff who had escaped, including editors and designers• Balanced Scientology terminology with explanations to make the book accessible to all readers• Created a 40-page glossary to explain Scientology's unique language• Cut the manuscript from 800+ pages to under 400 pages• Designed and included a detailed map of the International Headquarters• Initially printed 5,000 hardcover copies• Fulfilled orders from their living room while managing full-time jobs and raising young children• Later added a paperback edition and included the police report documenting Marc's escape• Book became a significant resource for understanding abuses at Scientology's secretive baseYou can purchase signed copies of "Blown for Good" directly from blownforgood.com, or find the Kindle and Audible versions on Amazon.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

A survey from a rental marketplace site shows that one in three Canadians spend half or more of their income on rent.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/new-canadian-rent-survey-has-depressing-implications   PODCAST INFO:

British Columbia's public accounts show the province's debt grew by $10.6 billion more than budgeted last fiscal year, prompting criticism from a taxpayer advocacy group.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-government-debt-jumps-106b-above-budget-watchdog-warns   PODCAST INFO:

BC's provincial debt grew by 50 percent, further cementing concerns about the government's newfound commitment to fiscal responsibility.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-debt-grows-province-lacks-clear-plan-to-address-it-lfrkj   PODCAST INFO:

Amid a cost-of-living crisis, BC has lost 16,000 jobs in total — and the provincial government's response to this is confusing to say the least.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/report-16000-jobs-lost-in-bc-last-month   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley take a deep dive into Scientology's critical "Keeping Scientology Working" (KSW) policy, revealing how it creates a no-win situation where followers are trapped in a cycle of self-blame while protecting Scientology from criticism.• KSW establishes ten points that form Scientology's mental control system• The policy includes Hubbard's chilling statement: "We'd rather have you dead than incapable."• Every Scientology course begins with studying this policy, reinforcing the conditioning• KSW creates "fanatical Scientology" with no room for moderate practice or questioning• The policy uses apocalyptic language about saving the planet to justify extreme dedication• Scientology redefines words like "reasonable" to control members' thinking• The policy serves as the justification for disconnection and attacking critics• Hubbard portrays himself as uniquely able to "rise above the bank" unlike ordinary humans• When Scientology doesn't work, KSW ensures members blame their "misunderstood words" or application, never the technology itselfWe're excited to announce the launch of the "Foundation Feed" series on the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation YouTube channel, starting tomorrow at 2 PM Mountain Standard Time. Please subscribe to help us reach our goal of 10,000 subscribers so we can host YouTube fundraisers to support our work helping those escaping Scientology.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

A recent survey ranked Vancouver as “impossibly unaffordable,” with its housing situation worse than Los Angeles, London, and New York City.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/vancouver-housing-designated-impossibly-unaffordable-survey-shows   PODCAST INFO:

BC's healthcare system remains under strain from chronic staffing shortages and service pressures, despite repeated government initiatives.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/private-nursing-agencies-cashed-in-while-bc-hospitals-struggled   PODCAST INFO:

Cost pressures, stagnant wages, and declining services are pushing British Columbians to leave the province in record numbers, according to a new report.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-loses-thousands-to-alberta-amid-cost-and-wage-strain   PODCAST INFO:

Last week, the City of Vancouver hired Donny van Dyk to be its City Manager. While van Dyk's title may indicate that of a mid-level bureaucrat, his salary reflects a position of greater significance.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/why-does-this-city-manager-make-so-much-money   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textWe delve into the most important policy letter in Scientology, "Keeping Scientology Working," which forms the foundation of every Scientologist's mindset and is especially evident in Tom Cruise's infamous 2004 turtleneck video. This document reveals why Scientologists act with such intensity and how the organization uses it to extract millions in donations.• Explaining how the International Association of Scientologists (IAS) events function as major fundraising opportunities• Revealing how Tom Cruise influenced Scientology to create the "Ideal Org" program despite contradicting L. Ron Hubbard's policies• Detailing how Scientology shifted from selling services to straight fundraising despite Hubbard's prohibitions• Breaking down the 10 points of Keeping Scientology Working that every Scientologist must memorize• Sharing the behind-the-scenes story of Tom Cruise's Freedom Medal video that triggered Anonymous to target Scientology• Exposing how David Miscavige micromanaged the production of Battlefield Earth before disavowing it when it floppedVisit blownforgood.com to support the channel and check out our merchandise including Xenu and the Body Thetans concert tees.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Ottawa pulls safer supply funding as deaths rise and programs shrink in BC.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/feds-confirm-end-to-safer-supply-funding-as-drug-deaths-mount   PODCAST INFO:

An analysis of BC housing orders shows that many municipalities are behind schedule on their home building target, sparking concerns about whether they will be able to complete their benchmarks on time.    Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-municipalities-are-behind-housing-supply-benchmarks-analysis-shows   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textJoy Villa shares her harrowing journey from growing up in a Christian household to spending a decade in Scientology before finding her way to freedom through faith. Her story reveals how vulnerabilities from childhood trauma and artistic ambitions made her susceptible to Scientology's recruitment at Celebrity Center.• Raised Christian with a minister father and gospel singer mother who suffered from paranoid schizophrenia• Experienced sexual abuse between ages 3-5 and significant trauma when her mother kidnapped her at age 8• Moved to Hollywood at 22 to pursue artistic dreams but encountered exploitation and abuse• Recruited at Celebrity Center International through promises of spiritual technology and community• Joined the Sea Organization but left after a month due to her psychiatric history• Married a wealthy Scientologist and donated over $1 million to the organization• Experienced fame after wearing a Trump dress at the Grammy Awards while doing Scientology's "Superpower" rundown• Endured increasingly controlling behavior when she attempted to maintain her Christian faith• Reached breaking point during COVID-19 while training at Saint Hill Manor in England• Found freedom through prayer when Scientology offered no help for her depression• Released her book "From Scientology to Christ: The Escape They Never Wanted Me to Make"If you're struggling with similar issues or know someone trapped in a high-control group, reach out for support. Freedom is possible.An article about Joy leaving:https://libertyaffair.com/2025/06/06/exclusive-i-wasnt-just-in-a-cult-scientology-bewitched-me/ Pre-Order Joy's Book:https://a.co/d/deExAE2Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

The feds call trade missions a cornerstone. The province calls them job creators. Neither has shown the math.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/carneys-govt-touts-significant-trade-missionswhatever-that-means   PODCAST INFO:

The BC government has approved new rules for the province's mortgage industry aimed at cracking down on fraud and money laundering. Still, critics argue that the measures arrive late and fall short.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-unveils-mortgage-reforms-to-fight-fraud-but-critics-say-its-too-late   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textTwenty years after escaping Scientology's Sea Organization, we continue to experience the cult's relentless "Fair Game" policy firsthand. Last Thursday, we received a threatening email from Freedom Magazine—Scientology's propaganda arm—attempting to intimidate us over a business we closed in 2014. This intrusion marks just the latest chapter in their decades-long campaign to silence former members who speak truth about David Miscavige's abusive regime.The email exemplifies how Scientology operates: they monitor former members indefinitely, collect information through sophisticated skip-tracing software, and deploy intimidation tactics targeting livelihoods and relationships. We've witnessed friends being shown "dossiers" about us and given ultimatums—cut ties with the Headleys or lose access to Scientologist family members. This emotional blackmail keeps many former members silent, while others like us continue documenting these harassment campaigns.During our combined 29 years inside, we observed how Scientology transforms members into productive "machines" while isolating them within an ecosystem of control. Upon leaving, we discovered how the organization plants spies, dispatches private investigators to follow former members, and interferes with businesses to create economic hardship. Most chillingly, we've confirmed that nothing happens within the Office of Special Affairs without David Miscavige's direct approval—making him personally responsible for these ongoing tactics.Despite their efforts to discredit and silence us, we continue speaking out because the truth matters. Their desperation reveals their vulnerability—a multi-billion dollar organization still threatened by former members simply telling their stories. If you're considering Scientology, know that your family relationships, privacy, and freedom will become leverage should you ever wish to leave. For those already trapped inside, organizations like the Aftermath Foundation offer resources and support when you're ready to escape.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Statistics Canada recently released data from its monthly labour force survey and found concerning numbers for youth workers in BC.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-youth-struggle-finding-employment-labour-data-shows   PODCAST INFO:

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim has reported record-high mayoral expenses during his time in office, undermining his claims of fiscal responsibility.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/vancouver-mayor-ken-sim-spends-big-on-transport-food-and-office-supplies-city-docs-reveal   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley share their 20-year journey of relentless harassment from Scientology since escaping the Sea Organization in January 2005. They detail the elaborate surveillance, infiltration tactics, legal threats, and family disconnection policies the Church employs to silence former members who speak out.• Left Scientology's Sea Org in January 2005 after 15 years inside• Received "Suppressive Person declares" without their knowledge• Scientology demanded $163,000 in "freeloader fees" for their freedom• Private investigators constantly surveilled their home and businesses• Phone records illegally accessed, trash collected, family connections exploited• Scientology infiltrated their businesses and attempted to frame them• Became FBI confidential informants in 2010 investigating human trafficking• Considered witness protection due to severity of harassment• Moved to Colorado in 2011 to escape intensity of Los Angeles surveillance• Continue to face online attacks, hate websites, and periodic surveillance• Have contributed to major documentaries, books, and legal cases against Scientology• Despite attacks, they've raised three children while running successful businessesThe more you expose Scientology, the more they will attack you, but these attacks can be weathered. If you're considering leaving Scientology, focus first on rebuilding your life before speaking out.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

BC Housing Minister Ravi Khalon said in a press statement that the government will take action to protect supportive housing tenants from violent threats. Earlier this year, he said that these supportive housing buildings were safe.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-govt-reverses-course-on-supportive-housing-safety   PODCAST INFO:

The Canadian government gave $20M to build colleges in Tanzania, but the cost for the projects seem excessively high, raising concerns of graft.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/canada-spent-20m-on-tanzanian-schools-but-where-did-themoneygo   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textTwenty-five years ago, on June 25, 2000, Stacy Moxon Meyer took her own life at Scientology's secretive Gold Base in Gilman Hot Springs, California. She was just 20 years old. In this powerful and emotional conversation, Claire Headley is joined by former high-ranking Scientology executive Tom DeVocht to uncover the truth behind this tragedy and expose the organization's elaborate cover-up.Claire and Tom take listeners deep inside the oppressive world of Scientology's Sea Organization, where Stacy had been separated from her husband for nearly two years, forced to work at a location so secretive her own spouse wasn't permitted to know where she was. The night before her death, Stacy had desperately sought permission to visit her husband in Los Angeles but was denied – a routine occurrence in an organization that systematically restricted members' movements and personal freedoms.What followed was a calculated deception. Scientology officials, including Warren McShane (described by David Miscavige himself as "a professional liar"), concocted a story that Stacy had been electrocuted while chasing a squirrel into an electrical vault. Claire and Tom methodically dismantle this narrative using police reports and firsthand knowledge, revealing how statements to law enforcement changed throughout the day as the cover-up was coordinated.Both hosts share their personal connections to the case – Claire was on the property that day and witnessed the aftermath, while Tom observed David Miscavige's cold reaction to the news while on a yacht trip. Their insider perspectives illuminate how Scientology's leadership, particularly David Miscavige, maintains absolute control over every aspect of the organization, from who could leave the property to how tragedies are hidden from public view.This episode stands as a memorial to Stacy and a powerful indictment of the conditions that led to her death. Through their testimony, Claire and Tom ensure that Stacy's story won't be forgotten and continue their mission to expose the abuses that persist behind Scientology's walls to this day.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

BC Farmers lost a staggering $457 million in 2024. What does this mean for the future of BC agriculture?   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-farmers-suffer-largest-net-loss-in-entire-country   PODCAST INFO:

A humanist group wants BC to stop subsidizing faith institutions and redirect funds to secular programs.   Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-group-calls-to-cut-faith-funding-rethink-public-spending   PODCAST INFO:

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley host a Friday evening Q&A session to answer viewer questions about Scientology while sharing insider experiences from their years in the Sea Organization.• Clearing up misconceptions about the state of "Clear" in Scientology and its marketing as a solution to life's problems• Revealing how Sea Org members were prevented from interacting with non-Scientologists in Clearwater• Explaining that Scientology has never "cleared" even a single city block despite decades of operation• Discussing L. Ron Hubbard's Mission Earth books and their inappropriate, explicit content• Analyzing how David Miscavige contradicts Hubbard's instructions while maintaining control• Estimating current Scientology membership at approximately 10,000 active members worldwide• Sharing respect for former members who speak out publicly about abuses• Breaking down why the "superhuman abilities" promised by OT levels fail to materializeJoin us next Sunday, June 8th, for a special episode. Support our channel through the merch store featuring Xenu-themed items, or pick up Marc's book "Blown for Good: Behind the Iron Curtain of Scientology."Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textMarc Headley unveils the grueling daily schedule of Scientology's Sea Organization members, from early morning musters to midnight cleaning sessions, and everything in between.• Sea Org members work approximately 100-120 hours weekly for about $50 ($45 after taxes)• Basic schedule runs from 9am to midnight daily, with additional all-nighters expected at least once weekly• Members perform "Chinese School" at musters, reciting Scientology definitions and policies in unison• Saturday "renovations" require all members to perform construction, maintenance, or landscaping regardless of their regular position• Food budget for Sea Org members is approximately $1 per person per day• Sea Org members receive less compensation and time off than prison inmates or factory workers in developing countries• Members develop creative strategies to catch sleep, including hiding in auditing rooms where disturbance is prohibited• David Miscavige's inspections create "chaos machines" resulting in additional work, reassignments, or punishmentsIf you want to learn more about life in Scientology's Sea Organization, check out Marc's book "Blown for Good: Behind the Iron Curtain of Scientology" available in hardback, Kindle, and Audible.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textThis episode originally aired on YouTube on December 15th 2024.Ever wondered why Earth might just be the universe's ultimate "prison planet"? Join me and my wife for an entertaining exploration as we unravel the fantastical alien narratives buried within Scientology's secretive doctrines. We tackle everything from the notorious Xenu and his Galactic Federation antics to the quirky rules against "coffee shop auditing." Our lively Q&A session spills the juicy details you've been curious about, all while fielding your burning questions about the religion's alien connections.Brace yourself for some eyebrow-raising anecdotes and humorous insights as we dissect Hubbard's sci-fi influence on Scientology. From spaceships resembling DC-10s to the curious concept of "body thetans" supposedly haunting our bodies, we leave no stone unturned. And yes, we even speculate on how Tom Cruise's deep dive into Scientology might have influenced his film career—who knew exorcising space aliens could be part of a leading man's repertoire?Finally, we pull back the curtain on the organization's mysterious Sea Org and explore the whimsical lore of the Loyal Officers, all while sharing our own experiences, like that unforgettable trip to a New Mexico vault. Whether it's the eccentricities of Hubbard's final days or the oddities within the church's practices, we deliver a ride through Scientology's hidden secrets that's as enlightening as it is entertaining. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind episode that dares to question the logic behind one of the world's most controversial belief systems!Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textWe catch up with our community after a busy summer filled with family adventures, travel, and major progress with the Aftermath Foundation. Our oldest son graduated high school in May, our middle son is now a junior, and our youngest just started middle school – milestones that feel particularly meaningful given our own disrupted educations in Scientology.• Sharing photos from our summer travel including Portland, Las Vegas, and Denver• Updates on the Aftermath Foundation's approval for a second year in the Combined Federal Campaign• Development of a dedicated law enforcement crisis line for potential Scientology victims• Claire's upcoming series "Life After Scientology" focusing on recovery resources and experiences• Plans for a second series about kids in cults and the lasting impact of childhood indoctrination• Discussion about Tom Cruise's involvement with Scientology and its bizarre alien beliefs• Insights on Delphi schools as Scientology's educational indoctrination system• Information about Serge Obolensky's progress and achievements since leaving ScientologyThe SP Shop still has Davy dolls available while supplies last – all proceeds benefit the Aftermath Foundation. Visit aftermathfoundation.org to sign up for our upcoming newsletter and blownforgood.com to send us your photos of orgs or merchandise.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley host an impromptu Q&A session addressing audience questions about their experiences in Scientology's Sea Organization and life after leaving the cult.• Marc shares the infamous "Theta Potato" story about Scientologists using "postulates" to disable a parking enforcement officer's vehicle• Claire reveals she was removed from her position and put in "the hole" for refusing to divorce Marc at David Miscavige's insistence• Discussion of Miscavige's abusive leadership style and creation of "Pie Face" badges to humiliate staff members• Explanation of how Scientology financially exploits members by charging full retail prices for items that cost pennies to produce• Details about the Freewinds ship being a financial burden that has never been profitable• Information about how police corruption investigations regarding Scientology are underway• Personal reflections on adjusting to normal life after escaping Scientology, with freedom of time and food choices being most surprising• Clarification of how L. Ron Hubbard Way in Los Angeles was renamed through financial influenceSupport the Aftermath Foundation at theaftermathfoundation.org and find merchandise at spshop.com that supports former Scientologists escaping the cult.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textFour former high-ranking Scientology members reveal the complex, troubling story of Marty Rathbun – once David Miscavige's right-hand man who later became one of Scientology's most significant defectors before mysteriously returning to defend the organization.• Marty Rathbun served as Inspector General of RTC and David Miscavige's primary enforcer despite escaping the Sea Org multiple times• Marc Headley recounts being physically assaulted by Rathbun during an interrogation when he refused to confess to something he hadn't done• After his final escape in 2004, Rathbun began speaking out against the church and created a blog that became a rallying point for the "Independent Scientology" movement• The Rathbuns faced extreme harassment from Scientology's "Squirrel Busters" who monitored their home 24/7 with cameras and followed their every move• Marty's wife Monique filed a promising harassment lawsuit against Scientology but inexplicably dismissed it, after which Marty began posting videos attacking former friends• Despite his betrayal, the hosts express compassion for Rathbun, acknowledging his early contributions to exposing Scientology and the complex trauma that likely influenced his actionsIf you or someone you know needs help leaving Scientology, contact The Aftermath Foundation at aftermathfoundation.org. You do not need to share your story publicly to receive assistance.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley expose the systematic financial scams Scientology perpetrates against its own members, revealing internal secrets from their combined 28 years at Scientology's International Headquarters.• The "Bridge to Total Freedom" prominently displays OT levels 9-15, but these levels don't actually exist• L. Ron Hubbard died after only completing materials up to OT8, yet Scientology continues selling the promise of these non-existent levels• Scientology constantly moves the goalposts for releasing these levels (first all orgs reaching "St. Hill size," then becoming "Ideal Orgs")• The L. Ron Hubbard Hall in Clearwater has been fundraised for over 20 years but never built, while donations generate investment returns• Multiple Scientologists were told they exclusively funded the same architectural elements, like crosses on buildings• The "Outer Org Trainee" program forces smaller Scientology organizations to send staff to Florida for "training" at exorbitant costs• These staff members become cheap labor for Florida facilities and get poached for the Sea Organization• The World Institute of Scientology Enterprises (WISE) prevents Scientologists from using the legal system for business disputes• Reed Slatkin, a Scientology minister, ran a massive Ponzi scheme, primarily defrauding fellow Scientologists• Scientology has perfected binding contracts that prevent members from seeking legal recourse for any harm experiencedIf you've experienced financial fraud by Scientology, such as unauthorized credit card charges, contact the Aftermath Foundation through their website. Many victims have successfully recovered their money with proper assistance.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textScientology infiltrates government by creating seemingly benign front groups and securing official proclamations that hide their connection to the controversial organization.• Operation Snow White was Scientology's 1970s program to infiltrate government offices and remove damaging information about the organization• 12 Scientology officials, including L. Ron Hubbard's wife, were imprisoned following FBI raids that uncovered their illegal activities• After arrests, Scientology simply rebranded the Guardian's Office as the Office of Special Affairs without changing personnel or practices• Modern Scientology uses front groups like The Way to Happiness, Narconon, and Dianetics to approach government officials without mentioning Scientology• Brighton, Colorado mayor rescinded a Dianetics Day proclamation after learning it was connected to Scientology• Scientology uses government proclamations both for external legitimacy and internal propaganda, showing them at events to convince members the organization is expanding• Email campaigns to government officials deliberately avoid mentioning Scientology, focusing instead on mental health or community improvement• Former Scientologists are developing resource kits for local officials to recognize and avoid unwitting endorsement of Scientology front groups• Mother's Day is particularly difficult for former Scientologists whose families have disconnected from them under organization pressureIf you're facing disconnection or know someone trapped in Scientology, the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation has resources to help, including a dedicated law enforcement crisis line.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

Send us a textClaire 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 authority• The "break room" procedure's similarity to Scientology conditioning techniques• How both organizations create scripted responses to outside questioning• The physical control tactics like white glove inspections and constant surveillance• The complex and obstructed process of trying to leave both organizations• Character analysis of Milchick as the conflicted middle-management enforcer• Season two's evolving themes and deeper exploration of institutional control• The disappearance of characters like Gemma paralleling real cult practices• The psychological impact of watching these dynamics play out as former membersIf you'd like to support the channel, check out the merch store link in the description. You can also pick up a copy of my book "Blown for Good: Behind the Iron Curtain of Scientology" in hardback, Kindle, and Audible versions.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...