IndoctriNation

Body language and speech are the tools we need to use to express nuanced feelings. But in Scientology and other groups like it, those who express sadness, grief, or doubt are labeled as strictly negative or troubled and treated as outliers for unsuccessfully suppressing their natural emotions.

April returns for part two of her episode; opening up about her brother who is still living in a fog of Scientology, as well as her own experience with suicidal thoughts while in the group. When she began to reveal that she was unhappy in the group, instead of receiving help or compassion she was ostracized from her friends and group settings to the point of being kicked out. The Sea Organization prevents the young members in its guardianship from seeking outside help. Psychiatry, therapy, and medication are heavily demonized in this realm where many are in need of more information and support rather than mistreatment and interrogation.

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IndoctriNation presents its first re-release from 10 months ago, when Rachel was joined by Catherine Oxenberg who had been fighting to pull her daughter away from the cult NXIVM. They discuss her book, Captive, and her daughter India's experience during and after leaving the group.

Run by Keith Raniere, who was just convicted on all charges on June 19, 2019, the organization was heavily bankrolled by billionaire Seagram's heiress Clare Bronfman and others. Catherine consulted Rachel after discovering that her daughter was recruited into the secret upper-echelon called "DOS", where its members were nearly starved and branded.

There will be a follow-up episode with Catherine soon!

Stay tuned, Before You Go: Explore the struggle of stepping in as a parent to an adult who is being manipulated by undue influence. Rachel encourages people who care about their loved ones in compromising situations to ask hard questions, even if it means being seen as critical.

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April’s former fear of psychology, medication, therapy, and even yoga were ingrained from a young age as she grew up in the Church of Scientology. She was taught to view mental health specialists as people who only wanted to capitalize on other people’s problems, and issue brainwashing medications.

Scientology auditing replaced programs that could be helpful, and instead used their power to take advantage of the participants’ fears and need for acceptance. Rachel and April discuss the cause of epidemic suicide in young people who have no one to turn to outside of an abusive organization, after going through behavior modifications.

Stay tuned, Before You Go: Rachel offers advice for breaking the cycle of manipulation when an abuser refuses to acknowledge their role. She encourages those who feel guilty for speaking up or taking action to be confident in their critical thinking skills.

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This episode, titled after the Alexander Pope quote, is a small component to a deeply thought out response from Chanon Bloch and Rachel. After receiving large amounts of both positive and negative comments, the two respond to the backlash of their first episode (link below) by pointing out that this is precisely how a majority can continue to remain indoctrinated.

Using South Africa's apartheid as his personal example, Chanon opened up a few weeks ago and challenged listeners to examine their own biases and behavior. Challenging thoughts by nature are not easy to accept, and are easily confused as a threat. He believes indoctrinated prejudice is a force that must be conquered in order to fully hold ourselves accountable; breaking and ending biased views instead of allowing them to manifest a new form.

Listen to Pt. 1 of this episode here: https://soundcloud.com/indoctrinationshow/channon-bloch

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CW: racism

Chanon Bloch takes our show in a new direction. Growing up in the peak of Apartheid (born 1957), he reflects on his childhood to unravel the embedded racism left behind by colonialism. He details, for the first time on this show, how racism is indoctrinated; through his experience growing up as a white man in South African society, with indentured servants. Dividing his own biases from reality, Chanon emphasizes the importance of taking the time to question any assumptions or fears that one may have, as well as their origins.

Stay tuned, Before You Go: Rachel details her unsettling trip to South Africa, "post-Apartheid".

New to the subject of "Apartheid"? Here is a very brief summary from the Al Jazeera Network:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vd-BB5U9BAg

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Joey continues telling his story; presenting an internal system that is morally falling apart on itself. He shares details from the intense, intrusive Scientology auditing process. This included a mandatory HIV test -- even though he had no sexual history -- and being forced to read L. Ron Hubbard's deeply prejudiced science fiction novels, among other therapies, as punishment. This group has a history of censoring their members' search bars; shielding them from outside opinions and "exclusive knowledge". Joey speaks about coping with his experience in Scientology by hearing and sharing stories with survivors.

Stay Tuned, Before You Go: Rachel contemplates how being made to suppress your emotions and natural reactions can make you afraid of them.

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Joey Chait was born into Scientology-- but this belief system did not welcome him as is. Though his parents were high in the ranks and had crossed the "bridge to total freedom", he was interrogated in deliberations 8 hours a day, for two months, because he had shown signs of being gay. His interest in exploring and accepting his sexuality was suppressed; like many children who are finding their own way, without familial support.

Stay tuned, Before You Go: Rachel shares a personal story about exploring and communicating your feelings through interactions with your family, as a young person. She reminds us that growing up and finding your identity may not always be easy, but it should bring you confidence and joy.

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The Gold Coast Covenant "Church" had 50,000 members at the time Ron Burks was among the congregation; and it still exists today by twisting beloved verses from the Bible. An organization that prioritizes leaders on charisma rather than content. After 10 years of doubting what he knew was right for himself-- and speaking in tongues for 8hrs a day-- Ron asked himself the questions he needed to find his freedom.

Stay Tuned, Before You Go: Rachel describes her experience meeting the Mother, Wife, and Brother of God.

Learn more about Ron's work from his website: ronburksphd.com

& read more about Gold Coast Covenant with his book,

"Damaged Disciples"

on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Damaged-Disciples-Casualties-Authoritarian-Shepherding/dp/0310576113/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=damaged+disciple&qid=1555967505&s=gateway&sr=8-1

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Working as a substance abuse and mental health counsellor, Ron Burks began to draw neurological connections between reactions to reward, addiction, and being a part of a group. He challenged the belief system of his "church" and discovered double standards between the rules made by his leaders and the Christian-leaning congregation.

Before You Go: Rachel talks about the power of information, and why oppressors withhold it

Learn how Ron Burks transformed his experience with a cult through his work with his wife, Vicki, and at the Wellspring Retreat and Resource Center: https://www.amazon.com/Damaged-Disciples-Casualties-Authoritarian-Shepherding/dp/0310576113/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=damaged+disciple&qid=1555967505&s=gateway&sr=8-1

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Rachel answers questions from her frequent listeners and Patreon subscribers. She will be sharing tips on confronting manipulation in your relationship, in your support group, or even in your church. Learn how to define a cult and protect yourself from a group of people who could be destructive in your life.

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