465: Is Scientology a religion, a cult, or science fiction?

The boys drink and review Sierra Nevada's Cold IPA, then discuss Scientology. If you had your choice, would you rather your child be woke or a scientologist? It's a hard choice. Pigweed starts the discussion with a bio of L. Ron Hubbard, the founder / creator of both Dianetics and its later manifestation, Scientology. He was one of the most prolific authors in history, with as many as 1,000 titles. The distinguishing factors of Scientology include ... * The reactive vs. the analytical mind. The reactive mind stores painful traumatic memories called “engrams.” You find these through “auditing.” Once you get rid of the reactive mind you’re “clear.” * Auditing is done with the E-meter, which is essentially a galvanometer. * Opposition to Psychiatry and Psychology are flawed because they focus on symptoms rather than addressing the underlying problem of engrams. * Focus on self-empowerment and personal responsibility * Bridge to total freedom * Thetans and spiritual identity. * Survival as a core drive But there's another side -- the mythology, including the goofy story about Xenu throwing people into volcanoes 75 million years ago. Remember to connect with us at https://www.pigweedandcrowhill.com/, or write to the show at [email protected].