Danny Masterson, Scientology and Laura Prepon

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  • @williamnichols429
    @williamnichols429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +582

    Hopefully this case will WAKE UP our government. The tax exempt status of this cult must be revoked!!!

    • @therealdeal3672
      @therealdeal3672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      Yes! However, the tax exempt status of most "Churches" should be revoked. They should be required to reinvest at least 80% of income into the community to qualify for tax exemption. Or, perhaps reinvestment based on some kind of a sliding scale, with regard to Total Church income.

    • @elizabethhanson1674
      @elizabethhanson1674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Recognize that it was completely coerced!

    • @therealdeal3672
      @therealdeal3672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@elizabethhanson1674 oh yes! Scientology hounded specific IRS people in order to get their way. They should definitely lose their tax exempt status. They got it in the most heinous fashion to begin with!

    • @tamara6212
      @tamara6212 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@therealdeal3672 Absolutely! The irs was bullied into giving the co$ tax exempt status. It needs to be retracted!

    • @Laudon1228
      @Laudon1228 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@therealdeal3672 IMO, The tax exempt status of all organized denominations, mega-churches, and any other church that involves itself in politics, especially monetarily, should be revoked.

  • @peachteatina
    @peachteatina 3 ปีที่แล้ว +352

    I grew up loving That 70s Show and was a Laura fan. When I heard she was a Scientologist, I was so so disappointed. Hadn’t known Danny was in until later. Also disappointing what he’s done.
    I freakin hate everything about that cult!

    • @mindajane
      @mindajane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Danny and his family are who dragged her into it. Honestly if you look at her life at that time and her childhood, she was the perfect candidate for them to drag in. I don't how much you know of her story but looking into it might help you understand more of how she ended up where she did.

    • @FallicIdol
      @FallicIdol 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hollywood is filled with predators, whether they are in Scientology or not. Not defending Scientology, but don't want people to pass the buck on the rest of Hollywood.

    • @MusicfromMarrs
      @MusicfromMarrs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The early courses are known to be kinda helpful. The auditing is often seen as something that just has to be done. If you get past those early courses in Scientology, the brainwashing that starts in the auditing sessions has taken hold. Anyone who leaves knows they’ll be harassed - especially if they are famous and/or were high up in the church. Then they need time to deprogram.

    • @dwighthawkins9039
      @dwighthawkins9039 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MusicfromMarrs I dunno those among us that loved the concept of truthful confessions by way of auditing simply fall in love with auditing.

    • @timothymcrae77
      @timothymcrae77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Bahar um... yeah no. Some of my family are in Hollywood. My grew up in the bible belt, church going still to this day Family. So... yeah no. Not everyone in Hollywood is a dirty commy. Lol

  • @CasperLCat
    @CasperLCat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    “But my Ethics Officer said it was OK !”
    Any grown man who can say “Ethics Officer” with a straight face is ACTING OUT what it means to be in a cult. The defense lawyers are going to earn every penny if that’s what they have to deal with.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thank you for watching and commenting

    • @sdsurfgirl60
      @sdsurfgirl60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They can make a deal with scientology? Wth? Who's on trial here?

    • @garystinten9339
      @garystinten9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@GrowingUpInScientology please do an episode about the levels to give a real insight into how it works..
      Thanks Aaron.. wipes off desktop and stares intently and says "you want to go to war bla-key!!!!???!!!

  • @lee-qz7bd
    @lee-qz7bd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +370

    As a teenager in the 70's, my friend and myself were approached by "recruiters" for Scientology at a local hangout. She, being a free spirit, agreed to go to a meeting which I went to, to keep her out of harms way. Sat in a classroom we started getting told we had to buy this book and that by L.Ron Hubbard, which I knew was a Sci-fi author. The minute money came into the picture, I elbowed her and we got the hell out of there. I finally convinced her they were a start up cult and to not revisit it. All these years later, hearing all these celebs fall for this AND the fact they're calling it a "church"? Wtf?! As a 16 year old I smelled a rat and these grown folks can't see it? That's all on them. Dumbasses.......

    • @trixie6793
      @trixie6793 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Wise beyond your youth

    • @lee-qz7bd
      @lee-qz7bd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      @@trixie6793 Now in my 60's , but I'll take that compliment ..... I honestly wish common sense and questioning everything come back into style.

    • @kimfereda9877
      @kimfereda9877 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Same thing happened to me & a friend in the 80’s in NYC. I was 17 we went in to check it out & kill time they said it would take 30 min tops it was going on an hour, we were getting bored, we even did the e-meter thing, once they said we need to pay for classes like $200 we were like ya, no I don’t think so, if I did have the money at 17 I wouldn’t have gave it to them. They gave us The Dianetics book & we left. Looking back now I’m not sure why we stayed that long, but seriously who falls for this nonsense?

    • @lee-qz7bd
      @lee-qz7bd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@kimfereda9877 Price hadn't changed in 10 years. That alone says a lot! Yeah, you were
      more patient than I

    • @JW-vd4il
      @JW-vd4il 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I was a teenager in the 80s and a friend pointed out a storefront sign that said "free personality test" and said, "Don't go in there; it's Scientology." At that time we thought of it more scam-y than cult-y... But even still, I can't believe they still get people believing.

  • @nonbiz1520
    @nonbiz1520 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    I feel bad for the famous people that were brought up in Scientology. They have tapes of their auditing sessions. Miscavige gets off on watching them and having that power over them and their money. I’m proud of those who have openly spoken out. He needs at least two hundred unlawful confinement charges brought against him over the years. Extortion as well.

    • @ninamartinez5171
      @ninamartinez5171 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't feel sorry for hollywood elites who are treated like Royals like Tom Cruise, i feel horrible for all those inoccent children who have been kidnapped or trafficked runaways who wind up in this horrible cult forced to bow down to Tom Cruise, forced to work like slaves raped treated less than human God forbid their sick their forced to work in the heat even if they collapse their forced to get up an keep working. F all of these rich elites that make Scientology Exist. Because if it wasn't for the hollywood elites Scientology would be closed this cult would be gone

    • @SpiceyKy
      @SpiceyKy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree 100%!

    • @stephaniebaker6001
      @stephaniebaker6001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      David Miscarriage is a crazy, dangerous, greedy fuck. He needs to be arrested and put in jail. When I saw the footage of that derp Tom Cruise jump up onto the "alter" and salute that POS, I almost puked. It's too bad that he's in SO deep that he will NEVER, EVER leave that cult. Non-celebrities are treated extremely badly and several have been found murdered under mysterious circumstances. The cult runs human trafficking, they harass anyone they deem a problem (i.e. - a suppressive person,) they make life a living HELL for them and they have no problem taking violent actions against them. The whole thing is incredibly unsafe, shady as shit and needs to be stopped. All because of an insecure, failed Sci-Fi writer's BS. He started the cult literally as a joke, but once he began to get celebrities interested in joining, he decided that he was the greatest thing on earth. Talk about delusions of grandeur! Yikes!

    • @therealhousewifeofballtown
      @therealhousewifeofballtown ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He needs a billion year sentence

    • @paddydantonio7136
      @paddydantonio7136 ปีที่แล้ว

      you feel bad for famous people ? Scientology is the most ridiculous fake organization in the world. small minds follow religion. all religions are fake

  • @theart3813
    @theart3813 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Not a Scientologist and I find all your videos completely fascinating! Thank you for all your hard work and helping the ex-COS community!

  • @jerzeeaj
    @jerzeeaj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    This Masterson Case is going to get meeesssssyyyyy. Buckle up everyone!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Yup!

    • @tomquimby6432
      @tomquimby6432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I`m buckled lets go bring it on.

    • @kcunlimitedeats
      @kcunlimitedeats 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Not under my you tube name, my real name. I am on facebook with my real name. I can give it to you. You could make a video showing stills with a voice over of what was happening in the pictures with descriptions. I would like to know the players names. I am sure the ladies are anonymous or Jane doe names. Who is representing him and what ties does his attorney have to the church? Is the DA prosecuting this case a former church member? Is this LA county defender the same one who did the Ron Jeremy case? I have heard it is.

    • @YIKESMF
      @YIKESMF 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeeesh, I've always got a creepiness from him.

    • @bradheltonmagee9980
      @bradheltonmagee9980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No it won't . There's no proof

  • @lorimacdonald7977
    @lorimacdonald7977 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Love your ability to explain such intricate theories and events in a clear concise manner. Keep up the dragon-slaying!

  • @amymiller8964
    @amymiller8964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Great perspective on this situation! Thanks for sharing! I agree, she’s working an angle to help her and her long time friend. It will be sad and horrible if he plays the victim card. The ONLY victims are those poor girls, who were assaulted by him. I hope justice is served.

  • @MultiPetercool
    @MultiPetercool 3 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    I’ll bet Miscavige has done more horrible things to women than Masterson ever did!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hmmmmm

    • @palmyrefevrier
      @palmyrefevrier 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      For sure!

    • @johnobrien1528
      @johnobrien1528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Just women? He’s an abusive little prick

    • @paulan7218
      @paulan7218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      If you have read his nieces book and seen the horrible things he subjected his own family to there is no doubt he is evil.

    • @MindyBeee
      @MindyBeee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Not a competition

  • @MrTomSpencer
    @MrTomSpencer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Thank you Aaron for clearing up the whole Laura Prepon situation.

  • @Juwlz
    @Juwlz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I was wondering if her announcement on her exit had something to do with Danny's case 😬 What she did, doesn't sit right with me. I'd love to think maybe she woke up and realized that pushing for his victims to stay silent, was wrong

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I would like to think that as well.

    • @shanedaley6236
      @shanedaley6236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That could be of course this goes back atleast five years from her wanting out to her going through that hell to get out so maybe it was even before that case was in the media

    • @erinbell7224
      @erinbell7224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I would love to hear her open up....

    • @louhortonsculpture
      @louhortonsculpture 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah I hope so, I am glad for this channel giving a this take, cult members are complicated, and coming out of it takes a lot. You can’t think clearly when you’re in it, so it’s hard to make objective judgments.

  • @dixgun
    @dixgun 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thanks for this. It’s because of Beck’s mixed messages regarding Scientology as well as his outside/inside persona within pop culture that reenforced an assumption I’d had that celebrities have a different Scientology experience than non-celebrities have. I hadn’t read or heard the quote, “I am a Scientologist” from Beck before or I’d forgotten it because he’d said enough to distance himself from it.

  • @guavaberries
    @guavaberries 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    It's strange that they'd "investigate the hell" out of a report of child abuse, and it's potentially a child whose being asked to lead that audit and solve the situation for the predator. Imagine claiming to bring justice to a situation of child abuse while actively abusing a child to do so. Doesn't really seem like the best interests of the children are being factored in, even if they're conducting investigations.
    Kinda like how HR isn't really about protecting workers

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Indeed. Thank you for watching and commenting!

    • @auntisthenes2754
      @auntisthenes2754 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      but kids are really "immortal souls", So they are treated like miniature adults

    • @laing0ian
      @laing0ian 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lpppll

  • @Djynni
    @Djynni 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    The prosecution should make a deal with Scientology. Imagine what would happen to Scientology if their members knew that all those audits might be used against them.

  • @jbee1686
    @jbee1686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    City Councilman. Go Aaron. If I lived in Clearwater I'd vote for you. You are a wonderful example of recovery from mind control.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you!

    • @jbee1686
      @jbee1686 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GrowingUpInScientology didn't co$ get upset about her role in Orange is New Black? Thought I heard something like that.

  • @SA-wb1jb
    @SA-wb1jb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for another awesome video. I concur that it takes someone a LONG time to actually exit "officially". From my own experience, people spend AGES operating UTR because of the dire consequences of leaving (UTR = under the radar - i.e. avoiding their org at all costs or only going to events to "save face" while actually being completely disaffected with the church)................
    In my own case, and when I look back on it now, my exit journey started about 4 years prior to finally publicly departing Scientology. In that time, I continued to donate, help, attend events - and even joined church staff in an attempt to "fix the mess from the inside"! All this time I was completely disaffected and constantly noticing MAJOR issues that I couldn't ignore. I spent those years in a state of severe cognitive dissonance and growing discomfort - but I dared not voice those thoughts out loud for fear of the consequences. It took enormous courage and having to reach the "point of no return" for me to finally come out and speak publicly against the church - and of course, everything I previously dreaded happening to me came to fruition (losing friends, family, business opportunities and being publicly demeaned, lied about and attacked by the church and their idiotic despots for months/years afterwards).

  • @suzanneroux
    @suzanneroux 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    So interesting as always, thank you ! You have such a brilliant way of talking in and out and around the situation till every nuanced aspect has been covered. Hope to hear more from you soon. x

  • @prettypleasewithsugarontop4858
    @prettypleasewithsugarontop4858 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don’t think we need anything from her but to be free . I’m proud of her 🎉

  • @joslynnford7742
    @joslynnford7742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I appreciate that you are making a point to clarify your meaning of the word ‘drama’ and that you’re not using it in the facetious vernacular sense.

  • @supervixen8556
    @supervixen8556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I remember watching her and Christopher Kennedy Masterson on an episode of MTV Cribs which featured her estate in NJ with a horse farm and her collection of older black Porsche’s and vintage cars. I didn’t know until years later that the Masterson Brothers were in Scientology when That 70’s Show ended. It was a huge disappointment to find that out as I enjoyed that show and it tarnished it for me. Ashton and Mila seem to still stay protective and close to Danny which is suspect. I remember Ashton and Demi were really into Kabbalah until a lot of illegal stuff was exposed. I feel like Topher Grace is the only one in that group wasn’t sketchy as Wilmer has a predilection for barely legal/underaged startlets, models etc. Also, what is the deal with John Travolta lately. He was on Hart to Heart and discussed to his son about Kelly’s death and Jett’s death and we all die. I thought he was a die hard Scientologist where you never really die?

    • @teijaflink2226
      @teijaflink2226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I felt same dissspoint when I found they where scientologists and even more when Danny Mastersons sexual assaults came out I really can't enjoy the show in a same way anymore, makes me feel sick when I see his face. I have difficulties trusting the makers of the show too when they have hired more than one scientologist. Really sad. What I know about him I have no problems with Topher Crace either. I really hope that Laura really is out and wish her the best even if it's disgusting she and others from the show tried to protect Danny.

    • @louhortonsculpture
      @louhortonsculpture 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I thought that being in Scientology was part of how one got roles. That’s probably why people like Beck are being cagey about their involvement levels. I was so sad and disappointed after learning what Danny did too. I enjoyed his character so much.

    • @nancykerrigan
      @nancykerrigan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@louhortonsculpture Yeah I thought the same. Either they wanted to ind a new "religion" or advance their career through networking."All the cool kids are doing it" kinda thing.

    • @JustMe-nf1mf
      @JustMe-nf1mf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Scientologists do believe you die (drop the body) but you come back!

  • @oneofthemmnms4231
    @oneofthemmnms4231 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omggg...I can't stop watching, prob the longest binge sesh I've ever had

  • @lunkis3233
    @lunkis3233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you Aaron for the clarification of all of this. Keep on the good work.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure, thank you for watching and commenting!

    • @lunkis3233
      @lunkis3233 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GrowingUpInScientology yw 🙂

  • @StandwithMirriam
    @StandwithMirriam ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Came back to see how this began! Thankfully justice was served!

  • @lrae9519
    @lrae9519 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Please continue covering this, your insight is valuable and not enough ppl are paying attention or talking about this. It isn't just another me too in hollywood, it's a door way into so much more.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Indeed. Once the trial actually starts there will be lots to discuss that’s for sure.
      Thank you for watching and commenting.

  • @RobinSueWho
    @RobinSueWho 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was 19 in 1989 and visiting San Francisco where in front of this huge building was some sandwich boards outside inviting people in for information on something(can't remember the exact words) and a young woman outside approaching people. She started talking to me & a friend of mine. She got about 90 seconds into her script and I immediately knew this felt off. We declined and walked away. I had never heard of L Ron Hubbard or Scientology at that point. It wasn't until 30 years later when I was watching the series with Leah Remini that I remembered that 1989 encounter in San Francisco and I realized it was a recruiting ploy for Scientology. I've always been a very skeptical person even as a child so my weird radar went off that day in 89. Thank goodness.

  • @upmayo9741
    @upmayo9741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Glad to have this clarification of your last upload. Great to have you back uploading regularly. Love your humour too! 👊🏻

  • @ruthmaund4634
    @ruthmaund4634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I remember being approached on young street in toronto and immediately realizing this was a scam. This was in the early 1970's.

  • @mrobert2707
    @mrobert2707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Excellent analysis. Whether it’s accurate or not, it’s well supported and honest about its speculative nature. It’s easy to see why you are successful in your business as a researcher.

  • @pattytracey3131
    @pattytracey3131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Congrats on your business empire! Good luck on your campaign!! I sure hope you win - Clearwater needs you!! Your daughter is the cutest!! Always have to watch until the end!!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much, and thank you for watching and commenting. 😊

  • @pecansandy34
    @pecansandy34 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I really enjoyed this long and detailed video on this topic. You really got into the thought process the scientology is culture and it really was enjoyable. Thank you and please make more. Thank you!!

  • @janycebrown4071
    @janycebrown4071 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When evil deeds are being protected , then YOU KNOW, that you are dealing with a CULT 😬

  • @terilooney
    @terilooney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So much fascinating information. Thanks for your insights into this convoluted, confusing world.

  • @broksellars7711
    @broksellars7711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Man I liked them both so much growing up watching that 70’s show. Damn why are rich people so grows

    • @jaquettajones
      @jaquettajones 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I Love the show and still like them both - just don't like what Danny did when he was young and stupid.

    • @MyAmbianceLiveNow
      @MyAmbianceLiveNow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jaquettajones yikes

  • @Michele_78
    @Michele_78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Just found your channel today and have learned so much! Thank you for getting the truth out there!!!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

    • @Michele_78
      @Michele_78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GrowingUpInScientology you're very welcome! Again, thank you for putting yourself out there like this to expose the truth.

  • @grimmWednesday
    @grimmWednesday 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Practicing Scientology sounds an awful lot like doing homework, but as an adult and to no good purpose.

  • @piapress2959
    @piapress2959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I feel like alot of actors who are part of Scientology don't really practice it, just they use it as a step in there career. However if she new that Danny had raped these women and tried to keep them from talking, she should be held responsible as well, she can try and distance herself from this but she shouldn't be able to get away with it.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I agree. Thank you for watching and commenting.

    • @brianmccann666
      @brianmccann666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Unfortunately sexual assaults & other sexual crimes is Common place in Hollywood spheres.

    • @piapress2959
      @piapress2959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@brianmccann666 To true.

    • @southbug27
      @southbug27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Regardless of Scientology, we should start prosecuting people who have tried to silence child & adult SA victims. Anyone who would bully a victim, especially a child, into keeping silent should be prosecuted & jailed just like people who assist armed robbers, murderers, etc. after the fact to cover up the crimes.

    • @brianmccann666
      @brianmccann666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@southbug27 ...
      AIDING & ABIDING is a Felony Crime.
      Anyone who knew and didn't report the abuse crimes is guilty of Aiding&Abiding that crime. Any who has evidence that doesn't turn it over is guilty of extra crimes.

  • @megankerr297
    @megankerr297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I appreciate you educating us about Scientology. It is so complex.

  • @carsonfan
    @carsonfan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I was a big fan of Laura’s in the OITNB days until that crazy Celebrity magazine interview mentioned here and her lying that it wasn’t in any way homophobic turned me off of her completely. In fact, it was my tweet which Leah answered saying Laura lied in talking about how Scientology isn’t homophobic! Anyway, Laura used to have two “besties” AKA Scientology handlers who were with her 24/7. Then as soon as she started dating her current husband they disappeared into thin air. That was in 2016 AKA five years ago so I do believe something happening around that time is what caused this initial impulse to start the process of leaving.

  • @azhlynne1
    @azhlynne1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    If Laura knows about Danny’s proclivities and can verify that COS was aware of them and covered them up I cannot help but wonder if she may not find herself facing Paul Haggis level fair game to intimidate and silence her.

    • @pattytracey3131
      @pattytracey3131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They don’t seem to do that to the celebs. To much drama, press, cameras.

    • @therealdeal3672
      @therealdeal3672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Laura seems like too much of a badass to let anybody intimidate or silence her. Just my impression of her.

    • @thejjjs7786
      @thejjjs7786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pattytracey3131 but Paul Haggis is a celebrity.

    • @pattytracey3131
      @pattytracey3131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@thejjjs7786 I think Laura has reached a higher level of fame at this point and Scientology seems to be taking a different approach these days (realizing it’s almost over??) and not wanting more bad press?

  • @claireeebee
    @claireeebee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great video! I think your speculations are interesting and I wouldn't be suprised if they're true. It will be so interesting to see if Laura speaks on this someday.

  • @jasminefrichtl806
    @jasminefrichtl806 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The fact that so many people leave scientology says something I just stay away from all organized religions but some are ways worse than others

  • @thethrowawaythatstayed7055
    @thethrowawaythatstayed7055 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Creepy to know the mass rapes were going on during the filming time. Danny had the world at his feet but decided to hurt people instead.

  • @queeniebee7736
    @queeniebee7736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you.

  • @shuntley23
    @shuntley23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Laura's role in the Orange is the New Black was reduced significantly for season 2. She didn't appear in most of the episodes that season. I believe I read somewhere it was due to Scientology. She was back as a main character in season 3 and the remaining. When Leah Remini went to Tom Cruise's wedding she ended up getting several reports written about her from her fellow scientologists regarding her "behavior". She ended up getting reprimanded by Scientology and was forced to go to Florida for a few months and had to spend day and night doing course work, couldn't spend time with her family, and whatever else as her punishment. That was one of the final straws for her to leave. I know Scientology is against homosexuality and I wonder if Laura was punished for taking on her role as Alex Vause who is a lesbian. I wonder if she received a similar punishment as Leah and that's why she had to be written out of most of Season 2 so she can do whatever Scientology forced her to do. I wonder if that was one of the final straw to Laura leaving. The timing matches as she advised she stopped practicing around 5 years ago. The filming of season 2 was only a couple years prior to her stopping. She was also pregnant with her first child around that time. I think she knew that she couldn't have her children be brought up as a scientologist and wanted to protect them. So I think a mixture of the treatment she received and wanted a better future for her children was the reason for leaving. I don't think her statement regarding not practicing scientology anymore had anything to do with her ex boyfriend's brother, Danny Masterson, and his alleged crimes.

    • @to9064
      @to9064 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Didn't she have relationship with her OITNB co-star Taylor Schilling?

    • @starbrite526
      @starbrite526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I thought she was out because of her pregnancy

    • @davidj.lebaron709
      @davidj.lebaron709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Being anti-homosexuality is one of the few things that Scientology has gotten right!

    • @sparkly21
      @sparkly21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Laura wasn’t in season 2 that much of OITNB because she was pregnant at the time.

    • @shuntley23
      @shuntley23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sparkly21 nope she didn't have her first kid until 2017. The first season came out 2013 so while the first season was airing they were shooting second season. So it was a few years before being pregnant. Sorry

  • @candyrosefreeman7232
    @candyrosefreeman7232 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You Aaron. Blessings And Truth For All.

  • @mfernandaortega
    @mfernandaortega 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    awesome analysis! i just love laura and i am glad she is out.

  • @nightowl8548
    @nightowl8548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Super glad you're making more videos!

  • @heyhonpuds
    @heyhonpuds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ask and ye shall receive. Thank you for your further thoughts on this.

  • @SunShine-qk4rb
    @SunShine-qk4rb 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Glad to see all these videos

  • @gregcooks9
    @gregcooks9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These videos are so amazing. Im a big fan of your work!!

  • @donnalee2112
    @donnalee2112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The girl's conscience, may have gotten the better of her. I'm not sure backing DM so firmly is forgiveable in my mind, Thanks Aaron we can always count on you to clarify what's going on with Scientology.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you for watching and commenting

    • @katr7969
      @katr7969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That or she knows that Danny is considering throwing scientology under the bus like Aaron said and she wants to distance herself from them before he does so. She could then say that she never really supported him but scientology made her act as though she did.

    • @donnalee2112
      @donnalee2112 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katr7969 So true Kat R really good point. Let's hope your are right, this might be the jenga block that bring Scientology to its knee's.

  • @m.r.e.5731
    @m.r.e.5731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Congrats on 5 years! Your videos are always engaging and educational, and we're all rooting for your campaign. Mark and Aaron = the dream team Clearwater needs!

  • @candiceyoung8244
    @candiceyoung8244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I'm so glad ur speaking about this. It's taken so long for him to even be brought to court. I hope these women get the justice they finally deserve. As far as laura goes,I feel like she was suckered into scientology as a very young actress,new to Hollywood. Probably very vulnerable. I'm glad shes out. I hope she can get real help. Thank you so much for the video 😊

  • @willo.social
    @willo.social 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Laura publicly spoke about terminating a pregnancy just a couple of years ago due to medical complications. I've always wondered how that would have been handled within Scientology because I believe they have this thing about anything negative happening to you is your fault.

    • @pansprayers
      @pansprayers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      They're known to force certain members to get terminations, they don't really GAF about that.

    • @Anna-vl8qc
      @Anna-vl8qc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They force them to have abortions.

    • @VioletPersuasion
      @VioletPersuasion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@pansprayers I think Emma was referring not to the termination, but the medical complication.

  • @cindymiller-flint4698
    @cindymiller-flint4698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Good Luck, Aaron in your run for city council!

  • @MirnaEJiron
    @MirnaEJiron 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Congrats on you running for council 😁👍🏼 I’ve been watching you for some time now and figured you would end up doing something in your community…..,kudo😎👏🏻

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, and thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @MirnaEJiron
      @MirnaEJiron 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GrowingUpInScientology I have to say, I was approached when I was in my early 20, by the Scientology group here in SF, but I’m the daughter of a pastor and a Seventh Day Adventist at that, and I had taken phycology so, I ended Up arguing with them and walking out. Since I was with my 3 other girlfriends that I grew up with, I went looking for them . Only to hear my BF yelling at them that they were “Crazy!” 😑🤣 we all left after that. I’m 61 now and I was intrigued about your exodus from them. Good 👍🏼 for you 😁 I actually do have faith. Bless you.

  • @kristiesamchez6693
    @kristiesamchez6693 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I believe it was the influence of hubby and children that influenced her leaving the cult. I think she found a sense of self with these life changes. I've watched several of her youtube videos and recent interviews and she talks alot about her children.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Scientologists have children all the time. It doesn’t them leave Scientology. Or perhaps I should say that someone already has to be mentally out of scientology in order for having kids to be what makes them REALLY leave.
      If you believe in Scientology you think it’s the most important and valuable thing in the world. Having children doesn’t change that.
      But I think she was already in that limbo area of no longer believing but not wanting to officially and publicly leave.
      If you were in that zone, could having kids be pushed her to officially and publicly leave? Perhaps. But it means that she was for all intents and purposes already out anyway.

    • @bourneparker
      @bourneparker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Also I think her husband was in. If not Ben Foster is at least not bothered enough to have his own personal ties to it. So I doubt he helped much.

    • @carma1279
      @carma1279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree. Her first pregnancy is around the 5 years ago mark. I know Scientologists have kids all the time but she didn't grow up as one and the father wasn't one. I can see after everything she probably witnessed, especially with Danny Masterson, how she wouldn't want her kids raised in Scientology. Example- you get pregnant. All this happens at the same time with a close friend (Masterson) and you see the church helping him. Being newly pregnant and raised differently I'd run. The church isn't going to have influence in raising my kids. Of they taught my kids certain things are ok that I don't condine could I live with it? I'm sure her husband had influence too. Also, Catholics and Jews like tradition and ceremonies. Maybe she felt she needed to go to a faith that had milestones of some kind (like Catholic sacraments for example)? (Idk if scientology has these).
      On the other hand Beck is just a crazy fool thinking we don't remember he's always been a Scientologist.

  • @SonoranOrigin
    @SonoranOrigin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great analysis! You should do another live Q&A at some point. Those were fun.

  • @jennifermusielak2612
    @jennifermusielak2612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love listening to you...straighr to the point and no BS. Thank youu!!!

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much and thank you for watching and commenting! 😊

  • @TrumpOneB
    @TrumpOneB 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow now every time I see a celebrity I will ask myself if they are part of Scientology and if that’s how they became part of Hollywood.

  • @cydkriletich6538
    @cydkriletich6538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The practice of not reporting crimes against others, children in particular, reminds me a lot of the way in which the Roman Catholic Church handled these crimes where their clergy was concerned, and I find it despicable. My question to you, Aaron, is if Scientology investigates these alleged crimes by their members and finds them to be true, are there any consequences, meaningful or otherwise, for the guilty? In the Catholic Church, the accused was simply sent to another parish where the abuse could continue.

  • @jayerscios
    @jayerscios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congrats on becoming a realtor! Super good, truth telling video... as always.

  • @Thechristianmichaelbolton
    @Thechristianmichaelbolton ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can never watch that 70s show again, Topher really gotten the last laugh amongst the cast

  • @bettyjane6684
    @bettyjane6684 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Her decision to say she is not in Scientology may be to avoid (1) helping in the coverup, (2) being subject to government interrogation which will harm her or Scientology, (3) being a witness against DM, and or to protect her children or her income.

  • @pattileff6931
    @pattileff6931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Still love your channel. You always make it easy to grasp.

  • @heidirobinson3352
    @heidirobinson3352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Maybe Laura Prepon is finally growing a conscience. 🧐

  • @Rickuttto
    @Rickuttto 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. You have explained this SO well. I know you are right. I can feel it in my bones. You THE MAN A-A-Ron!! Thank you(:

  • @kristinapella
    @kristinapella 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I look forward to your videos!

  • @roseadams2582
    @roseadams2582 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm glad she left long ago. I'm even more glad that she didn't write a letter pleading leneincy for a convicteed serial rapist.

  • @sueallen7750
    @sueallen7750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The World of Scientology.
    Holy Crap!!!!!
    Thanks for ALL the extra thoughts. Good luck on running for City Council.

  • @colleenhanna5383
    @colleenhanna5383 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your instincts are so on you nailed it
    .

  • @angrykatrants
    @angrykatrants 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    i click on your new uploads so fast!

  • @dianeleone1634
    @dianeleone1634 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great thoughts Aaron 💜💚💘

  • @M1dn1ght999
    @M1dn1ght999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think you’re on point!

  • @alicewatt416
    @alicewatt416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love hearing your opinions on these celebrity's allegedly terrible things that they are accused of. I can't wait to see how this trial unfolds. I do feel sorry for his wife and children,who of course believe that he's innocent! Mmm!

  • @lindseystein9676
    @lindseystein9676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I used to live a few blocks away from the celebrity center in Hollywood and I’d walk past it a lot. It really creeped me out to be honest. I’d see those guys circling around on bikes a lot. I’m assuming they were security of some kind.

  • @mollyquinn1823
    @mollyquinn1823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wonder if she regrets all the money they've collected from her, off the back of her hard work.

  • @kellymarsh2266
    @kellymarsh2266 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As a former Catholic, the way Scientology sounds the the Vatican when it comes to covering up crimes.

    • @kgraham5820
      @kgraham5820 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scientology, in some respects, might be even better in the "cover up" business than the Vatican. Catholics don’t have to sign forms releasing the Vatican from any wrongdoing... not yet anyway.

    • @mjdelaney1
      @mjdelaney1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But unlike Scientology, The Catholic Church cult didn't hunt us down, harass, humiliate, condemn or attempt to either coerce us back or drive a wedge between us and our practicing Catholic friends and family. It's way beyond covering up crimes in Scientology, it's committing them.

    • @kellymarsh2266
      @kellymarsh2266 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mjdelaney1 you're right the catholic church has never committed crimes...or excommunicate someone. Or even raped snd pillaged anyone, oh wait, what did they call that The crusades, the Spanish Inquisition, the majority of the Holy Roman Empire and been ... less then prestine.

    • @mjdelaney1
      @mjdelaney1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kellymarsh2266 They sure did and even worse crimes against humanity. I wasn't defending the Catholic Church. That wasn't my point. Reading comprehension. Work on it. Focus.

    • @Anna-vl8qc
      @Anna-vl8qc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No it sounds just like the mob .

  • @porakanasa2006
    @porakanasa2006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so glad I found your channel. I was always fascinated in Scientology to understand how someone can believe in that, especially when Leah started speaking up. But now with this trial I saw one your video and I subbed. Its interesting to me as a psychologist, so I can understand people born into it, its a pretty strong system of imposing beliefs. Celebrity coming into it, afterwards, I can understand only from PR activities. But I really really try to understand the thought process of a person going through those levels trying to overcome the levels. I guess its exciting not knowing what is waiting for you if you ''behave''. But aliens? Anyway, thank you for your work. I will go back and watch more of your content.

  • @bettyjane6684
    @bettyjane6684 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great channel great content good work thank you for all that you do. Based on what you’ve shared Scientology leadership approves and allows abuse (e.g., by their leaders or others in position of some authority of their members) and want to control who when how and outcomes to keep the power control and money of leadership.

  • @katwashere194
    @katwashere194 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beck must think we are all dumb. I’m glad you called that out.

  • @skipyoung12
    @skipyoung12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just like in a divorce - "Irreconcilable differences."

  • @bigrobnz
    @bigrobnz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just want to say Aaron that I love your channel...

  • @rebekah1180
    @rebekah1180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    So sad how they “cover up and excuse the abuses of others”. It’s hard enough to be a victim, but to add Scientology to it has gotta make it even harder. Kinda reminds me of the Catholic Church. They take care of it, from within instead of gettin authorities involved. Even when they investigated, what is/was the punishment?

  • @stephaniebaker6001
    @stephaniebaker6001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankfully Laura is out of this awful cult. I like Laura Prepon and her husband Ben Foster (I believe he never was a member, thankfully!) and I'm so glad that no matter what happened she is out of this RIDICULOUS and dangerous cult!

  • @adamtheangler
    @adamtheangler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think what Beck was really trying to say was that he was born into it and it was all he knew, but never felt he was a Scientologist. I'm sure for the longest time he was just trying to not be disconnected by his family and friends. And probably finally made the decision to make it known publically that he isn't a Scientologist. Also, having to find a way to say he isn't one publically but without getting straight up declared. Beck was definitely used as a selling tool at CC Int by the reges. Inflection and tone is often lost when reading a quote vs hearing them say it.

    • @FallicIdol
      @FallicIdol 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Several of his bandmates left the group because of Beck's wacky scientology ways.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You could certainly be correct about that

  • @jturquoise
    @jturquoise ปีที่แล้ว

    Crazy story

  • @carissamessina1908
    @carissamessina1908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This really surprised me when I first read she left. I thought maybe she wasn’t entirely truthful, then I thought “Why would Scientology even let her say this?” That wouldn’t look good on the church period. I wonder if they are giving her a hard time for mentioning it.

    • @GrowingUpInScientology
      @GrowingUpInScientology  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm sure disconnection is well under way. Thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @Leeniebean
    @Leeniebean ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SHAME ON LAURA if this is true.

  • @christopher3790
    @christopher3790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Woohoo!! UPDATE!

  • @mov3172
    @mov3172 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. Very informative

  • @take5breaths
    @take5breaths 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    excellent/interesting vid, thank you!

  • @joyciejd9673
    @joyciejd9673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope Laura Prepon has left that cult.

  • @minnipearls3633
    @minnipearls3633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Laura is saying this because she has started her on line of dishes. I don’t and won’t buy or believe her.

    • @minnipearls3633
      @minnipearls3633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I also won’t trust her until I see her on #mikerinder and Leah pod cast.

  • @sdsurfgirl60
    @sdsurfgirl60 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds like getting kicked out is a big fear of many members. I'm new here so may I ask why being ex communicated is so bad that people won't report crime?

  • @krisbest6405
    @krisbest6405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Seems lots of these groups like to practice a sense of superiority over everyone else. I cringe when someone says l like you as if you should be grateful eeerrrgghh.

  • @orvilleredenpiller338
    @orvilleredenpiller338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good stuff. 👍

  • @supergristmill6195
    @supergristmill6195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Money could be the reason she left too. Maybe her and her husband actor Ben Foster think that instead of giving the church most of their money they can set up their kids' college funds etc., etc. Because don't forget it's not cheap to be a Scientologist.

  • @PixxieHaxx
    @PixxieHaxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for bringing nuance to not only the crimes of the church, but honestly, moreso to the soft victims, like Laura, Leah, yourself, real, honest, people who for whatever reason were led down a path that they now see better of {ehem, could anyone honestly claim they've 0 experience on that one?} It's easy to see others in black and white, the monochrome of distance. Your content reminds me to grant the complexity I internally enjoy to my understanding of everyone else around me, you're a gateway to radical humanity, and I just wanted to say how much I appreciate anyone who makes us really stop and contemplate the true depth of every person we pass on the street, but more importantly those who live in the brevity & brashness of soundbites, flashbulbs, and instant karma that typifies even the most casual dalliance into public life in our brave new TikTok nation. Thank you for humanizing us all with yourself - you rock A A Ron