Big Talk: Inside The Church Of Scientology - PART ONE

About this episode

This episode explores the Church of Scientology, its founder L Ron Hubbard, and its controversial reputation as a celebrity religion.

Scientology is often called the ‘celebrity religion’, popularised by names like Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Nancy Cartwright. Recognised by its long list of scandals and out-of-this-world belief system, Scientology sits in contrast to what many would class as a religion in modern society. So, what lies beneath the surface of the embattled billion-dollar organisation? Who is it’s founder, L Ron. Hubbard? And, how did Scientology turn into a money-making empire?  Big Small Talk Instagram Sarah-Jane's Instagram  Hannah's Instagram  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• Scientology
• celebrity religion
• L Ron Hubbard
• money-making empire
• scandals
• belief system

Keywords

• Scientology
• celebrity religion
• L Ron Hubbard
• Tom Cruise
• John Travolta
• scandals
• belief system

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Scientology

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