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IceExpl0rer's avatar

Who do you believe would be next leader of Scientology?

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Brenda Davis's avatar

What’s your take on the saga of Marty Rathbun?

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CuriousInChicago's avatar

If DM had not been able to take control over who was supposed to be in charge after Hubbard died, do you think you would still be in the SO? How do you think Scientology would be different?

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Nicola Moore's avatar

I've a similar question, as when Tom mentioned him & Miscavige were two young boys, I wondered how different it would be if Tom had become the leader. Or someone else not evil lol

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derek's avatar

There was an entire hierarchy established to run the Church after Hubbard left. But it was entirely dismantled by DM.

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Kathee Colman's avatar

Most cult leaders don’t think they will die. And even though they may leave a plan, it’s all up for grabs. Or the cults self destruct from the inside out. In this case DM is self destructing but shielded himself with the almighty dollar and fear.

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derek's avatar

Are you secure in your life now and happy where you have landed???

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Devo (De Vocht)'s avatar

Derek - I appreciated the question and I have a long answer coming to you on Friday morning!

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Becki's avatar

Hello Tom, how did you feel when Mike Rinder initially left CoS & made contact with you? He tells the story in his incredible book- but how did it feel from your perspective that your friend was finally free?

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saragoessailing's avatar

Hey Tom, hope you and E are well. I've always wanted to ask you - how did you stay married to Jennie? Even when I was in the cult, she was absolutely vile.

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Michael Mallen's avatar

I imagine she always had to be on top.

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Luke's avatar
Apr 2Edited

I’d love to know the full story behind Building 50 (Miscavige’s palace at Gold Base) and the Super Power building in Florida. I believe you oversaw the construction of both buildings? Well, as best as one can when being overruled and micromanaged to the smallest detail by Miscavige…

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Rhonda's avatar

Can you share your journey on the bridge, how far you went and the cognitive dissonance you must have experienced. Did you ever believe in the body thetans and doesn’t that drive some people crazy

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mats's avatar

What you believe now ?

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