Julian Dorey Podcast

#231 - Ex-Scientologist on Grant Cardone’s Cult Investments & Danny Masterson | Aaron Smith-Levin

Aug 27, 2024
Aaron Smith-Levin, a former Scientologist and Vice President of the Aftermath Foundation, shares his gripping journey from being deeply entrenched in Scientology to advocating for its victims. He delves into the unsettling dynamics of Grant Cardone's connection to the church and reacts to his controversial statements. The conversation also exposes the darker truths of Scientology's operations, such as human trafficking and manipulation tactics. Aaron discusses the emotional toll of leaving the organization and the personal sacrifices made by members influenced by celebrity figures.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
Growing Up in Scientology
02:06 • 12min
3
Experiences of Growing Up in Scientology and a Remarkable Probiotic
14:30 • 3min
4
Training Inside Scientology: Secrets and Experiences
17:16 • 14min
5
Summer Grooming and Scientology Practices
30:51 • 2min
6
The Impact of L. Ron Hubbard's Death on Scientology's Structure and Beliefs
33:13 • 2min
7
Exploring Scientology and Celebrity Dynamics
35:19 • 9min
8
Media Backlash: A Scientologist's Defense Against Religious Bias
44:02 • 2min
9
The Allure and Manipulation of Scientology
46:23 • 13min
10
Unplugging from the Matrix: The Struggles of Leaving Scientology
59:14 • 5min
11
Unpacking Scientology's Belief System
01:03:58 • 21min
12
Navigating Scientology: A Personal Journey
01:24:31 • 9min
13
Awakening from Scientology
01:33:52 • 17min
14
Unraveling Scientology's Inner Workings
01:50:32 • 22min
15
Heavenly Real Estate: Selling Plots in the Afterlife
02:12:33 • 2min
16
Strategic Maneuvering for Tax-Exempt Status and Real Estate Expansion
02:14:52 • 2min
17
Leaving Scientology: Challenges and Support
02:16:34 • 15min
18
Celebrity Influence and Personal Sacrifice in Scientology
02:32:03 • 18min
19
Unraveling Allegations and Secrecy
02:49:58 • 22min