What Is “The Process”?

Episode #14: Charles Manson (Part 8) - Go Clear or Die Trying

May 7, 2025
Dive into the dark intersections of biker gangs and the enigmatic Process Church. Uncover disturbing connections between Charles Manson, Scientology, and potential high-profile assassinations. Hear about the chilling murders of Doreen Gaul and James Sharp, marked by cryptic messages. Explore mind control theories, covert operations, and the tangled web of suspicious deaths. Join an investigation that raises more questions than answers, shedding light on secretive cult dynamics and their legacy.
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INSIGHT

Scientology-As-Umbrella Hypothesis

  • Dana proposes treating Scientology, The Process, and modern Best Friends Animal Society as interconnected under a broad hypothesis.
  • She argues that viewing them as one umbrella helps explain persistent overlaps and influence in the Manson era.
INSIGHT

Persecution Claims Versus FOIA Records

  • Dana summarizes historical claims of government harassment of Scientology and contrasts them with FOIA records showing limited FBI targeted action.
  • She uses this to suggest Scientology often exaggerates persecution to justify defensive tactics.
ANECDOTE

Manson At Scientology Centers

  • Paul Krasner recounts Manson visiting Scientology centers after prison and jokingly saying, "I'm clear. What do I do now?"
  • Krasner claims Manson used the e-meter at Spahn Ranch mixing auditing with LSD and hypnotic techniques.
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