Thank you for having me on, I really enjoyed our chat.
@MargieM10
7 ай бұрын
When you were asking about political podcasters I certainly didn't expect this. Great move. Can't get much better (or more exposure) than JBP. Well, on to Rogan!
@carly106
7 ай бұрын
@@jarettmeyer4929I agree. He talks too much.
@gimlisbeardcomb
7 ай бұрын
Ya done messed up
@brendaplunkett8659
7 ай бұрын
You were such a great guest.
@svendabs1200
7 ай бұрын
Scientology is bananas
@Muninn801
7 ай бұрын
As a former life-long Scientologist, I'm really impressed with this interview. Everyone tends to be dismissive of Scientology but Peterson really took it seriously and explains how so many smart people can become sucked into it. And Aaron had great explanations - i kept listening for him to make an error or strawman Scientology in same way, but as far as i could tell he was completely accurate and fair throughout.
@CallegriaofSoulbound
7 ай бұрын
That is the thing about cults and religions they promise things that cannot be quantified and give good people purposes and confidence that they are doing and living correctly. EVERY human being intelligent or not has some sort of belief that they are living right because of X and when you have a giant powerful organization whispering in your ear about how your sacrifices are doing great for others that makes you a hero you more then believe it you WANT to believe it. That to me is what the human race calls devotion. It is also why I cannot and will not ever believe in any religion or group of power. There is an old saying that fits well here, 'The Mob is the Mother of Tyrants.' Diogenes
@CallegriaofSoulbound
7 ай бұрын
Something else to keep in mind to give yourself some freedom from emotional turmoil. These practices are often used by businesses on their employee as well.
@margaretgerrans4140
7 ай бұрын
I used to know Mike and Rachel Ewing. Any relation?
@Muninn801
7 ай бұрын
@@seradfb345 I don't recognize your name. What were you doing at Flag?
@master2all
7 ай бұрын
as a former lifelong death row inmate I too, am very impressed with this interview. 😊
@darlaaddams7169
7 ай бұрын
I, our family lost our mother to the scientology cult. She left our family when I was about 8, with smaller siblings. I realized she had to leave out family as our dad refuse to join. A person from that cult still continue to contact me trying to get me in after over 30 years. The damage my mother leaving us caused us is indescribable. Please continue to expose this evil. 😢thank you to both of you, this was healing for me.. please keep speaking up, you are doing a good work here.
@polarisjustdothework2258
6 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@TrustInGod_777
5 ай бұрын
When Scientology dictator David Miscavige says "PINK LEGS," his lieutenants know exactly what he means From the 12 February 1967 Policy Letter *The Responsibility of Leaders*, a.k.a. the Bolivar Policy Letter: ___________________________Begin quote_________________________ [The power asks] 'what are those dead bodies doing at the door. And if you [the subordinate] are clever, you never let it be known HE [the power] killed them - that weakens you and also hurts the power source. 'Well, boss about all those dead bodies, nobody at all will suppose you did it. *She* over there, those pink legs sticking out, didn't like me'. 'Well', he'll say if he really is a power, 'Why are you bothering me with it if it's done and you did it? Where's my blue ink?... ...always push power in the direction of anyone on whose power you depend. It may be more money for the power, or more ease, or a snarling defense of the power to a critic, or even the dull thud of one of his enemies in the dark, or the glorious blaze of a whole enemy camp as a birthday surprise... ...Real powers are developed by tight conspiracies of this kind... and if they are right and also manage their man [the power] and keep him from collapsing from overwork, bad temper or bad data, a kind of juggernaut builds up. ______________________________End quote___________________________
@ellebelle4094
5 ай бұрын
No one believes you.
@TrustInGod_777
4 ай бұрын
@@ellebelle4094 why don't you go R2-45?
@mR-dc4oq
3 ай бұрын
I’m sorry that happened
@scottmcfadyen293
7 ай бұрын
I think there needs to be a part two of this conversation as Aaron has a lot more to say. He is one of many voices that will help destroy this evil cult and heal a lot of families. Go A-Aron and all the SPTV warriors !!!
@reddwood4971
7 ай бұрын
I agree def need a part two!!
@ShannonHHicks
7 ай бұрын
Agreed.
@meaghanmackenzie
7 ай бұрын
Seriously! Didn’t even let Aaron talk
@scottmcfadyen293
7 ай бұрын
@@meaghanmackenzie I didn't realize how Jordan interviews is as a clinical psychologist - that is why there needs to be a part two as you typed.
@negotiator96
7 ай бұрын
THEY HAD ME CONVERTED AT, "Remove your mind.'"🖖🏼👎🏼😆
@alanalycan3986
7 ай бұрын
The power of the family unit. He chose his wife & children above all else. LOVE. There is NO stronger power in this world than real love.
@08Ducati848.
6 ай бұрын
For LOVE and also DUTY! I feel like what makes a man a true man is taking care of the loved ones around you. He had a duty to his family and he stood his ground and choose his responsibility to them. Now that is true honor and its amazing to see. If only more men & women had that level of commitment to their loved ones, the world sure would be a better place. Amen to that man.
@katgirlblue
4 ай бұрын
Well except that her parents chose the "church" instead of their daughter and grandchildren.
@GemmaKelly-tw1xm
3 ай бұрын
He just left his wife after multiple affairs of his. Scientology is horrific but this guy is far from good.
@katgirlblue
3 ай бұрын
@@GemmaKelly-tw1xm you can hardly compare the two! Scientology is an abusive and dangerous cult - having affairs is not in the same category at all. Plenty of people who have affairs when married are not dangerous people who take away others freedom and keep them working for low pay and isolate them from family.
@Linkyloo01
Ай бұрын
@@GemmaKelly-tw1xm That's dishonest, and you know it.
@betttrbeth
7 ай бұрын
I watch A A Ron a lot. I’m fascinated by religions & cults. He’s so smart and he has such a good sense of humor despite all he’s been through.
@aaronclarke1434
7 ай бұрын
He also has a sexy name.
@bethotoole6569
7 ай бұрын
But you if you tell him that he'll blush 😂😂
@sonyagraske376
7 ай бұрын
@GrowingUpInScientology A -Aron.... you are Super Cute, and your smile....😊
@latinagoppowerrrr5842
7 ай бұрын
I am too. Just remember, Christianity isn't a cult. Someone said that online and I reacted quickly because it just isn't true. It isn't true of Islam, Judaism, Hinduism either. Respect for others religions is important.
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
@@latinagoppowerrrr5842 What about all these people who say every religions is an evil cult?
@irisdude
7 ай бұрын
THANK you both for this interview. I never knew just how bad Scientology was. This was so enlightening.
@Mel.H_
7 ай бұрын
Aaron was on Cults to Consciousness which is where I found him. If you're interested in more cult survival stories. ❤
@bethotoole6569
7 ай бұрын
If you're interested in learning about the truth about Scientology go to his channel. Growing up in Scientology It's well worth the investment of time.
@BeccaJean415
7 ай бұрын
Watch #361 on Lex's program. Very thorough.
@kje21
7 ай бұрын
Oh it’s so bad. Child s*xual abuse cover ups. Elder abuse. Trafficking. Exploitation. Mind control. Bullying. Violence. Adults risking their lives to escape. Suspicious deaths and suicides. Organised framing of critics. Oh and the most famous Hollywood actor significantly contributes financially. And we all turn a blind eye.
@Malouco
7 ай бұрын
The people who are deceived are not bad the deceivers are! Like a pastor who uses his charm and charisma to shame and call his congregation leaches to get more money 💰 to use the same character flaws and money to shmooze lawyers, sheriff's, some police, and community judges to corrupt a town or city! ITS THE BOOK 📖 OF ELIAH IN REAL LIFE! Unholy union of church money corrupting judges and benefiting those around the pastors at the top! SCIENTOLOGY JUST MASTERED THE MANIPULATION! FLORIDA IS TAKEN FULLY AND SO IS POINT LOMA... Had they not fugged with my name I would have not turned back around to face them head on!
@RebeleneM
7 ай бұрын
Aaron is a good man! So happy to see him here talking with Dr. Peterson! Fantastic 😊
@kathygreer5335
7 ай бұрын
Thank you Dr. Peterson for having him on thank you AA Ron for doing what you do
@MagsT_UBU_IBMeBee
5 ай бұрын
May you consider a part 2 of this conversation? Particularly now Aaron is not only surviving, but thriving, despite all of these adversities.
@ellebelle4094
4 ай бұрын
How is he thriving? Still getting drunk and/or high and abusing women. He is a con artist.
@polnfamily9378
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for having Aaron on. Couldn't pick a better person to interview
@user-gs7iw6iy2k
7 ай бұрын
Back off a little. Stop worshiping youtubers Jordan Peterson isnt your God ..... is he?
@bethotoole6569
7 ай бұрын
Oh jeeze... why does it bother you that someone thanked another person for what they did? There's no worship involved.. it's called good manners. Try it sometime. I'll second it. Thank you Dr. Peterson for having on such an interesting guest.
@kristinazubic9669
7 ай бұрын
@@bethotoole6569 I’ll third it 😊 more people should know about Scientology and the Sea Org.
@trollstomper242
7 ай бұрын
@user-gs7iw6iy2k you just don't like SP's? Think we know who you are...🤣🤣🤣
@HeidiBWert
7 ай бұрын
Great choice to have Aaron on!
@stixsta6007
7 ай бұрын
A Aron - a man on a mission, who exudes authenticity. "Every day is a good day not to be in a cult". Upmost respect 💪👏👏👏👏
@johnnymeyer4253
7 ай бұрын
Es Una Secta
@mikeso2084
7 ай бұрын
Authenticity? He's a damn narcissist and he lies constantly. He was even close to fucking up the Masterson case since he confronted a witness
@puretoni
7 ай бұрын
A. A. Ron might have to stop saying “what do I know? I grew up in a cult!” I believe you know EXACTLY!!! Just kidding, never stop!
@truthhurts2879
7 ай бұрын
*Utmost ❤
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
@@johnnymeyer4253 so is your religion
@ArtsyTartsy0
7 ай бұрын
Love seeing A Aaron on your podcast!!! Keep exposing this horrible child-trafficking cult.
@MissSunriseDawn
7 ай бұрын
Sending you love, Artsy!
@mickmurphy5680
7 ай бұрын
Interisting how easily you axcept a story without any real verification.
@fairyspunfibers9098
5 ай бұрын
@mickmurphy5680 Hi, OSA! Sorry to disappoint you, but A-a-ron has ALLLL the receipts --- & you know it. And, he does not lie...he *hates* lying. A-a-ron is doing LOTS of damage to the CULT of Scientology. 😅😆😂
@mickmurphy5680
5 ай бұрын
@fairyspunfibers9098 No you are outnumbered by at least 1million to 1. Enjoy your pathetic life.
@klaj6595
4 ай бұрын
@@mickmurphy5680 but soooo many have the same horror stories
@diannedocherty3816
7 ай бұрын
Jordan Peterson this has been such an important moment. I have been waiting for you to have this discussion. Scientology is so destructive. Thank you Aaron for being you.
@stephaniehopkinsartist
7 ай бұрын
Fantastic conversation. My father was a minister at Calvary Baptist church in Clearwater Florida during the 80s and 90s when our church was located not too far from the main Scientology building. I remember-as a child- observing the people involved with the place. We saw and heard about so many things that even as a child and teen, I couldn't understand why anyone would want to be part of something I found to be a bad place. An intimidating and scary place. There was even an uneasy feeling one would have. As I got older and learned more about their organization, I realized how accurate those feelings were as a child to say the least. There were times when Scientology members would come to our church seeking help to get away from them, even members who came from other countries. The church of Scientology wouldn't give them their passports back and when they wanted to go back to their own country. They were frightened and rightfully so. I heard a couple of them were higher ups, if you will. Many of the people you would see coming out of the main building and walking to other buildings were quite young. Sometimes they were walking in groups and I noticed they were not smiling and it wasn't often you would see them talking to each other. They kept to themselves and they wore uniforms and I noticed some had different color shirts. As a child at the time, I wondered if the different color shirts had something to do with what level they were at. We would see dark limousines pull in the main building all the time. We wondered who were in those cars. You couldn't drive pass the main building without even a glance or wonder what was going on in there. Through the years we were at Calvary, they were already taking over that part of the city. They would even try to talk our church leaders in to selling our church to them. Our church was the historic church with a beautiful dome. Sadly the church is no longer there and located elsewhere. Anyhow, it certainly left an impression and I often wonder where the people I observed are today and how they're doing in life. I hope in a better place. 🙏
@christyaustin4833
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your memories and the Truth!
@JasonSmith-jr7jh
7 ай бұрын
Thank You!
@belindascott2747
7 ай бұрын
Just another ridiculous cult really.
@thomashoupt3386
7 ай бұрын
Calvary Baptist is just as crazy just in a different way
@loriswenson2276
6 ай бұрын
@@thomashoupt3386my thought exactly.
@RMBlake007
7 ай бұрын
I've been subscribed to both Dr. Petersons channel & of Aarons, 'Growing Up In Scientology' channel for many years. I never thought these 2 amazing men would have a meeting of the minds, & am thrilled that this interview has taken place. After co-founding the Aftermath Foundation, Aaron has grown his channel to 225k Subscribers thanx to his refreshing honesty & openess with his viewers in every aspect of his sometimes painful life. His passion for exposing the cult of Scientology is unstoppable. He has exposed the abuses & flagrant violations of labor laws, child & elder abuse, credit card fraud, bait & switch programs, bribing of politicians, law enforcement, judges, & non-elected government officials; destroying families with their 'disconnection' policies & intimidating women to have abortions. Scientology obtains their millions not only from celebrities & successful business people, but also on the backs of their average Scientologists whom often fall into bankruptcy by manipulation & intimidation of the 'Church'. Any members who want to leave the Church are "fair-gamed"; which means an open war of harrassing, stalking, threats against family, getting people fired, by the use of private investigators, undercover operatives, & other covert & overt tactics. Members have unalived themselves when 'fair-gamed' but these incidents as well as 3exua1 abuse are always hidden from authorities. Aaron has bravely expoused that Scientology has turned from quasi 'religion' to essentially a for profit business that buys prime real estate globally. Congratulations to Aaron for his achievements in exposing these abuses, as well as his campaign to strip the IRS Tax Exemption from this business masquerading as a religion. Thank-you to Dr. Peterson for inviting Aaron to share his thoughts with this global audience. (Edited - Spelling)
@RMBlake007
7 ай бұрын
I feel that this 1 1/2 hrs barely scratched the surface. I had hoped that the current day issues of Scientology could have been presented on this side of a pay wall.
@lisakelson4082
7 ай бұрын
@@RMBlake007If you go watch Aaron Smith Levin on Growing up in Scientology, there is no pay wall. Aaron tells it all and never holds anything back. I highly suggest it!
@sharifwilliams4153
7 ай бұрын
This is the big podcast Aaron was talking about a while ago?
@RMBlake007
7 ай бұрын
@@sharifwilliams4153 Yes.
@annettemc2554
7 ай бұрын
Well written comment. I agree 100%
@KristenMelinda47
7 ай бұрын
Oh wow. Oh Mr. Aaron Smith-Levin. Bravo. It feels odd to say I'm proud of someone I don't know but I am so proud of Aaron Smith-Levin. You telling your story- particularly the difficult parts that are still hard to say- on such a huge platform- is nothing short of courageous and inspiring. You will likely never see this comment but I am putting this energy out anyway. Bravo.
@wldncrzy1971
7 ай бұрын
One of THE most informative interviews Aaron has ever done! 👏🏻👏🏻Bravo! I’ve heard the story 50 times and each time, Aaron reveals a little more about leaving the cult than I knew before. This was INCREDIBLE!!! Please, @Jodan B Peterson, reach out to more people who have escaped and have a greater purpose in the destruction of this cult. The abuses it’s allowed to commit on members would chill you to your core!
@mothersgauri4137
7 ай бұрын
Well said...👍
@RugbyMom40
7 ай бұрын
@jordanbpeterson and @leahremini would be awesome
@rodo3287
7 ай бұрын
The questions seem longer than the answers.
@mothersgauri4137
7 ай бұрын
@@rodo3287 He's trying to frame it in psychological terms. Loved it.
@wldncrzy1971
7 ай бұрын
@@rodo3287 always.
@CJMonroe1985
7 ай бұрын
Thank you, Mr. Peterson, for this interview. Aaron puts his heart and soul into his mission. I hope this helps enlighten others who are not familiar with this cult and saves them from so much heartache.
@carolyoung6732
7 ай бұрын
I have followed Aaron for awhile now and always appreciate his truthfulness and sincere compassion for the hurting. This interview was fascinating. Excellently done JP!
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
You have no clue if he is telling you the truth even if he tells you he is. He's been caught is so many lies it's hard to believe he is telling the truth about anything.
@tjtampa214
7 ай бұрын
Huge surprise to see Aaron as a guest, RESPECT to you both!
@kenziek6707
7 ай бұрын
This is an interesting show! It put the quote in my head: " “A lie is a lie even if everyone believes it. The truth is the truth even if nobody believes it.” ― David Stevens
@puretoni
7 ай бұрын
Love this quote!!!
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
And aaron is a liar, a very good and prolific liar, but a liar.
@JessBlake2
7 ай бұрын
@@ellebelle4094, you have to specify what he lied about. Scientology can no longer rely on fair gaming to silence. You can't scare people anymore.
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
@@JessBlake2 Watch the police body cam when they were called when he was drunk and getting kicked out of a bar for calling a woman he had stalked the "C" word 5 times. Her boyfriend punched and knocked him down. He called the police on the boyfriend. He claimed he was punched out of nowhere. Police disagreed and said there were witnesses. He said the witnesses were drunk. Police said they had two sober bartenders as witnesses. Aaron kept lying and lying to them. Officer told him no DA would prosecute because aaron was the aggressor. Then aaron blamed everything on scientology. So many lies. Why don't you know about this, and many other incidents. Is cheating on your wife a lie? He did it. And, there is no such thing as "fair gaming." It's something your cult leaders have tricked you into believing. PS It was not the first time he was kicked out of a bar. Earlier it happened when he was drunk and harassing some female customers and their dates and he refused to leave. Police were called to get him out. Again, he said it was the fault of scn. That is your cult leader.
@kenziek6707
7 ай бұрын
@@ellebelle4094 yes by all means, HOW AND WHERE is he lying?
@Angelina-rcs43
7 ай бұрын
Oh, AARon, we love you. It’s so good to see how you are making a huge difference in this world.
@robwoodring9437
7 ай бұрын
If I were interesting enough to be interviewed by JP, I guarantee that I'd be unable to hold up my end in a compelling way like Aaron just did. I'd spend the whole time geeking out over the different angles JP approaches each subject from, how he can coax a more thorough explanation by his framing of a question. I've heard Aaron's full story several times. This time was VERY different. His story retold in an intellectual/philosophical context somehow just made me grasp his experience emotionally......wha?....how? Bravo.
@johnanchovie2b
7 ай бұрын
Great interview, Aaron is a very impressive narrator. Having been in the Sea Org for 20 years, I am moved by this interview. Thank you, Jordan.
@76Acard
7 ай бұрын
Wow, that was the most riveting dive into Scientology I have ever witnessed. I will be thinking about this for Days!! Aaron, you are an absolutely astounding voice in this fight!
@Christinamomof8
7 ай бұрын
No way! This is the collab of the year. When Aaron said he was going to be on a very famous podcast I hoped and prayed it would be Jordan Peterson!
@JT-di3bl
7 ай бұрын
you prayed? 😂
@danatowne5498
7 ай бұрын
Never even guessed myself - I thought Tucker Carlson... thank God it was this! :)
@esthertaylor798
7 ай бұрын
I've never been a Scientologist (thank goodness!). However, I do follow Aaron and have learned a lot about this cult. I also have the utmost respect for Dr. Peterson and this is a fantastic discussion between these two.
@bethotoole6569
7 ай бұрын
I never thought it was Peterson either. Good interview...
@annenelson5656
7 ай бұрын
@@danatowne5498Tucker Carlson has the creepiest laugh I’ve ever heard.
@airkat9AA9
7 ай бұрын
Aaron is as real and well-spoken as it gets. Thank you both for this enlightened discussion.
@Flamingorr
7 ай бұрын
I was very young when I fell into Scientology’s trap in search for something else in my life. I thank God for coming into my life 2 years after. I can feel his pain, his disappointment , his anger! Thanks Dr Jordan .
@jscho8674
7 ай бұрын
Great job Ay-ay-ron! Two of my favorite people doing an interview together! AWESOME. ❤
@tgramespacher50
7 ай бұрын
JORDON! Thank you for interviewing Aaron Levin. This interview is huge and so important for the SP community exposing Scientology. Thank you from my bottom of my heart. Love you!
@TXTeacher1111
7 ай бұрын
I’m so happy for you Aaron! Such a great conversation! Such a great venue to bring even more attention to the evils of that horrific cult. Thank you, Dr. Peterson, for hosting Aaron.
@corithefrugalflower
7 ай бұрын
Wow, so glad to see AAron being interviewed by none other than Dr. Peterson! I have followed Aaron for several months now, so I'm sure I will enjoy this, although I imagine from Aaron's perspective it "wasn't pretty". Kudos to your KZitem success Aaron and much gratitude to Dr. Peterson for doing this interview! 👌🫶🙏
@MikeyritZ
7 ай бұрын
Oh my gosh ! Aaron!!! I’m so happy for you to be on Jordan Peterson bro!!!! I am a huuuuuuuge fan of Mr. Peterson!!!
@shadowpoet4398
5 ай бұрын
I have a degree in Religious Studies from NCSU. This angle of study fascinates me to NO END. I'm so glad Peterson did this interview. The Truth is always out there.
@idkjames
3 ай бұрын
Im sorry you went to NCSU. Too bad its not from Clemson
@shadowpoet4398
3 ай бұрын
@idkjames - Nice bait, good luck in the brackets!
@idkjames
3 ай бұрын
@@shadowpoet4398 😂 just saying Clemson degrees are more legit! Our stadium is bigger than
@idkjames
3 ай бұрын
Tbf, im a “Mechanical Engineer” and not religious studies. Christian though. Love sci fy so maybe jordan is onto something, though I am a Christian.
@shadowpoet4398
3 ай бұрын
TBF I spent my first 4 years in Electrical Engineering before washing out. Just couldn't wrap my head around inductor and transistors, action at a distance type shit... O well, I loved everything afterward. Just wanna find out why people do what they do, to the furthest extent possible. It's that very variety of intellectual and personal diversity that the world needs in abundance. ... Plus, our baseball team wins every freaking season and nobody cares. I have a right to be a _little_ bitter XD
@lindajjoh
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for covering this. And Aaron; a man with so much courage to face the horrors of Scientology.
@Mel.H_
7 ай бұрын
Thank you Dr, for having Aaron on. I've also been following him for some time. Sending love❤❤❤
@damselfly8
7 ай бұрын
AARon is so eloquent and succinct. Scientology done messed with the wrong one!
@Jozeemoss
7 ай бұрын
I grew up Mormon and can relate so much to what is being said. One of the strongest Christian gospel notions of testing the truth that helped me was. Deuteronomy 18: 21 And if thou say in thine heart, How shall we know the word which the LORD hath not spoken? 22 When a prophet speaketh in the name of the LORD, if the thing follow not, nor come to pass, that is the thing which the LORD hath not spoken, but the prophet hath spoken it presumptuously: thou shalt not be afraid of him. The second really strong gospel notion that hit me was. Jeremiah 17: 9 The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? 10 I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.
@Solicitous-ell
7 ай бұрын
WOW!! What a duo to be able to watch together. From one truth teller (Aaron) to another (Jordan). Way to go Aaron, your cause is supported 🇨🇦. Great choice of a guest Jordan!
@cloutgold0077
7 ай бұрын
Shoutout to Aaron for not politicizing his message and being willing to be on a more left leaning podcast like H3H3 as well as a right leaning one with Dr. Peterson !!👍🏽
@corneliusantonius3108
7 ай бұрын
Thank you Jordan B Peterson. I may not always aggree with you but I will have your back on this one.
@katee8147
7 ай бұрын
Shame he has had to be so interrupted & hoping this exposure offers some more interviewers that are middle & less agenda driven.
@natamae6619
4 ай бұрын
I highly disagree with you. He’s a psychiatrist, so of course he finds this completely interesting. He just seems really excited and he’s asking great questions that the guest seems happy to answer.
@klaj6595
4 ай бұрын
@@natamae6619*psychologist
@christinat.7264
7 ай бұрын
Thank you both for telling the truth about scientology. What a horrible organization 😕. Hope it dissolves asap.
@Our_Patterns
7 ай бұрын
I always appreciate JP sharing his theoretical framework for psychotherapy.
@carterinnit
16 күн бұрын
I loved the part where you asked him about the emeter, proceeded to answer the question for him; and then moved on to a completely separate question. Flawless as always, Comrade Peterson
@groundedingrace
7 ай бұрын
What an awesome interview! Beautifully done. A-Aron is a force!!!
@Grace.allovertheplace
7 ай бұрын
Hi it truly makes me happy seeing you and Aaron together, you conduct an incredible interview with incredible Aaron. It feels exactly what was needed to happe. Love seeing you and *Aaron* together on your podcast 🤍〰️🕯️ Respectfully, Grace 🩰
@mothersgauri4137
7 ай бұрын
This was an amazing conversation Very well done. Clearly there wasn't enough time to delve into the huge topic of how Scientology utterly destroys lives in so many ways. You certainly touched the tip of the iceberg and perhaps you will have more interviews delving deeper. In any case, this was a wonderfully well done and informative interview. Thank you so very much !.👍
@TranslaingMama
7 ай бұрын
PLEASE have Aaron on again. I love your inquiry into Scientology and Aaron’s ability to answer.
@Andy-qk4io
7 ай бұрын
I’m so happy that you chose Aaron! He’s brought many of us “unaware” of the atrocities going on in Scientology.
@stardust4225
7 ай бұрын
Aaron, i know it must take an immense amount of courage to do these interviews. Great job both of you!
@dlmsarge8329
7 ай бұрын
I've watched many of both of your gentlemen's videos in the last year. This one was special, seeing you together! This discussion really helped me understand better what an individual sacrifices when they leave this cult, not so much about the terrible disconnection from families (as devastating as that is) or the awful "fair game" tactics but the deeply personal dislocation from earnest and long held beliefs. Thank you both.
@annenelson5656
7 ай бұрын
Very well stated. Thank you for articulating what I was muddling over and unable to sort out. All the best.
@dlmsarge8329
7 ай бұрын
@@annenelson5656 Thanks for your comment. Cheers!
@fairyspunfibers9098
5 ай бұрын
@dlmsarge8329 Beautifully put! 👍💕
@allisongaudette9089
7 ай бұрын
Big fan of you both. Great conversation to highlight this family destroying cult!
@Lorry1094
7 ай бұрын
I’ve always wondered what exactly Scientology was. Fantastic interview.
@cryptoeatstheworld3379
6 ай бұрын
This is not an accurate portrayal of Scientology. It is a warped and twisted view fueled by his (admitted) desire for revenge.
@user-fq1oj2tr3v
6 ай бұрын
This just scratches the surface.
@fairyspunfibers9098
5 ай бұрын
@cryptoeatstheworld3379 It is a TOTALLY ACCURATE portrayal of this twisted, EVIL CULT. REMEMBER: we have ALLLL of HUB-BUTT'S writings. And, allll of the "updates" created by your itty-bitty Captain of the fake space navy, Davey Miscavige. AND...we have read them. WE know what Sciento is all about...AND WE HATE IT for the sick organization it is! BYE, OSA! Go where you're wanted. 😅 SO...Liar, liar, pants on fire!
@klaj6595
4 ай бұрын
@@cryptoeatstheworld3379what parts are not accurate?
@cryptoeatstheworld3379
4 ай бұрын
@@klaj6595 Honestly much more than I have time to correct in this comment. For one, Aaron sat there and intentionally dd not correct Jordan when he mistakenly tried to compare how and E-Meter works to GSR - completely wrong and Aaron knew it but it suited his purposes to let Jordan make that mistake. For another, The whole Xenu thing is a complete red herring. First of all Aaron is claiming knowledge of confidential OT levels THAT HE HAS NEVER DONE. I know Aaron. He never even reached Clear, let alone OT levels, so all he is doing is repeating other people's rumors about that. But besides that, if you were to read THE MAJORITY OF ALL THE MATERIALS IN SCIENTOLOGY you would find ZERO references to this "Xenu". Let's assume for argument's sake that it is mentioned in one of the OT levels. Even if that is true, it would be a reference to some event that happened in a PAST LIFE, not a central tenet of the religion, as is always portrayed. Scientology worships no gods at all as part of the religion, unless you are also part of another religion and you worship one from that (which is OK because Scientology is ALL-DENOMINATIONAL). People keep trying to paint Scientology as a "cult" but the whole idea of a cult is controlling WHAT YOU BELIEVE. But Scientology and L. Ron Hubbard say the OPPOSITE OF THAT -- that you should not take ANYTHING in Scientology on faith and you should test every claim of Scientology to see if it is true for you. Plus it has no problem with someone being part of Scientology and another religion at the same time. What kind of cult does that? It doesn't make sense and the more you compare these claims to Scientology and what it really is the less and less Aaron's claims make sense.
@chickadddee
7 ай бұрын
Great interview Dr. Peterson, both compelling and intriguing. The most powerful factor for me is that there are often understandable human reasons for joining a cult. There is much compassion in acknowledging that. Also, even though it is difficult to leave one, that it is possible, even after decades, through the simple realizations of what our own individual values actually are! This is important!! Thank you, this one is propelling me to check out more of your interesting podcasts.
@patrickmchargue7122
7 ай бұрын
The seduction I got from the conversation was, at each 'level' 1) Nothing is your fault 2) You're special 3) You can save humanity Each of these would draw you in deeper. For a lark, my BFF and I went to a Scientology recruitment meeting. We were grilled, double-teamed, and each told that the other had joined. We were told that as 'clears' we would be able to fly and manipulate reality at will. What a hoot. (we didn't join)
@annenelson5656
7 ай бұрын
That must’ve been weird. And I thought the timeshare pitches of the 1980s were the ultimate B.S. rip-off that held you captive for your entire lifetime.
@clogs4956
7 ай бұрын
I’d like to point out that those selfsame three points are the basis of Woke thinking.
@watchingu2b
7 ай бұрын
But what about "pulling it in" where everything that happens to you IS your fault? That's a tenet of Scientology.
@katharineshade9550
7 ай бұрын
@@watchingu2bnot until you are already sucked in by them.
@ellebelle4094
7 ай бұрын
Yeah, he told a lot of lies.
@BornInTheSeaOrg
7 ай бұрын
I do believe this is the first over hour long interview I have ever watched in it's absolute entirety. In fact, I believe I managed to watch 1 hour and 35 mins of a 1 hour and 25 min video.
@CountessLydia
7 ай бұрын
Aaron is an excellent guest. He can cover both the policy aspects as well as the humanitarian aspects of living with Scientology which is so important for people who question “how could anyone fall for this”. Great job AARon 🌹
@Caesar_Kuma
7 ай бұрын
I miss my brother. I grew up with him and he helped me tons in life. He is in the church of scientology. And I believe I have been blacklisted from speaking with him. I miss him. More then words can express.
@Amanda-cn3pk
7 ай бұрын
Just imagine how many members there must be that want to leave this cult, yet are absolutely too terrified to do so.
@cmdub97
7 ай бұрын
EVERY DAY IS A GREAT DAY NOT TO BE IN A CULT!❤ I absolutely love Aaron as a person and his outro is my absolute favorite!
@Marie-Elaine
7 ай бұрын
Superb vlog, well done Aaron Smith-Levin. Appreciated the explanation concerning the attractiveness of Scientology and the pernicious practices that can crush individuals and why leaving a cult can be extraordinarily difficult for the individual.
@susansimon5105
7 ай бұрын
Great interview! I love Aaron! Thank you for having him on your channel!
@gabrielm9769
12 күн бұрын
I appreciate this insightful auditing session. I am now free of all excess thetans.
@AK5of8
7 ай бұрын
Oh A-Aron! More tears! They are so endearing. And in front of Jordan Peterson …KZitem’s OTHER emotional warrior. Never change. Either of you. ❤️
@stuartthomas94
7 ай бұрын
NO WAY. A A RON & JORDAN?? Whatttt a combo!
@jason.larsenthedanishgreek1226
7 ай бұрын
L RON*
@beth4378
7 ай бұрын
Yay it’s A.A.ron! This is huge!
@Michelebell74
7 ай бұрын
YES!! My thoughts exactly!! This is awesome!
@IROCZSPEED
7 ай бұрын
Came to say the same
@PARAN0IDxGERBIL
7 ай бұрын
ay-ayron? Bro no way I can’t believe ay-ayron is talking to Jordan!
@blackboots2989
7 ай бұрын
Well, this was magnificent! Peterson, I enjoyed hearing you translate Scientology into more general theory, A-A-Ron, impressive that you met him on that level, and Peterson, your structured questioning, building Scientology into an understandable edifice--was something special! A-A-Ron, I've never seen your intellect displayed/used this way--impressive--and your emotion always makes everything so real and you so lovable! ❤❤❤
@Talking_He4d
7 ай бұрын
Love Aaron, been watching him for awhile now. Despite the mental mind games he was forced to play at such a young age he seems to be very intelligent and respectable and I appreciate his and all the other defectors speaking out to further prevent people from suffering at the hands of this cult
@michaelnew1991
7 ай бұрын
I wish so badly there was a meet and greet VIP package. I wanna shake the hand of the man who helped me change my life in ways I could never have guessed. Thank you so much Dr. Peterson for your contributions to the mental and physical health of me all around the world.
@mistythomas2845
7 ай бұрын
This was so heartbreaking and amazing! Thanks everyone for this. ❤
@BornInTheSeaOrg
7 ай бұрын
I would truly love, and I do mean love to the fullest definition of the word, to see Mr Peterson comment on early Hubbard seminar's where he explains many of the things you touch on in this video. The upper level stuff does not have readily available Seminar's for. But the entry seminar's that boosted the population of Scientology to it's highest points were arguably brilliant (given the success of Scientology). Watching a Peterson reaction/break down video over Hubbard's most famous Seminars would be incredibly powerful to waking people up to the cult they find themselves in. Example: The e-meter is easily one of Scientology's most successful tools. One could easily argue Scientology would not exist if the e-meter had not accompanied it. When Mr. Peterson spoke about the galvanometer and that it was being studied by Psychology dozens of years (at least?) before Scientology and is still used to this day, was actually incredibly surprising to me. I assure you, most, if not all, Scientologists believe that the e-meter technology was entirely an invention of Hubbard.
@bethotoole6569
7 ай бұрын
Because he, the source' said he invented it. I believe now we know who he stole it from!!!
@inspiredblue
7 ай бұрын
Thank you Dr. Peterson for having Aaron from growing up in Scientology (the cult) on your program. I learned even more tonight - your brilliance along with Aaron who is brilliant also captured me. I’ve been a lurker on Aaron’s channel since Leah Remini’s the Aftermath and I’ve watched him grow in his precise representation of this cult- with humor, his tears and his fierceness.
@alff433
7 ай бұрын
Mr.P, please keep up the great work. You’ve been such a wonderful voice for many!
@chickadddee
7 ай бұрын
Aaron, your courage, your wife's courage and your tenacity and requirement for people to be honest and real impresses me greatly. It is very moving. We all need more people like this in 2024. I wish you and your wife all the best, and your children and all of your in laws. The interview felt a bit cut short, but I will follow up on your channel. ♥
@sheilasmith7779
7 ай бұрын
I realized why I admire Aaron. He is loyal to family, to relationship to them far above belonging to an organization. His leaving required truth, courage, and acceptance that there was a personal cost to leaving Scientology.
@alrey3967
7 ай бұрын
Thank you sir for serving humanity.
@alrey3967
7 ай бұрын
I tried before growing up to an acceptable age. Keep up our many good challenges. 👍🏼. And God dang the dangerous acceptable.
@MJSmurf
7 ай бұрын
Two of my favorite people on KZitem. Thank you for this
@bonniejones1404
7 ай бұрын
Watch you both. Great to see you having this conversation. So cool.
@victorianomartin2893
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this excellent tour around these ideologies. Very objective and descriptive. I finally understood the "Scientology" concept. Thank you, I really enjoyed your chat.
@mermaiddiyartist8119
7 ай бұрын
Hope everyone follows Aaron!!! His channel is amazing and brings light to so much in Scientology. He uplifts other ex Scientologists.
@Got2Bespoke
7 ай бұрын
Long time subscriber to Aaron and I'm so pleased to see him on here talking to J.P.! The more exposure the truth gets, the better (in general) and the quicker Scientology can't continue using tax free money for destructive purposes.
@cathyleslie5728
7 ай бұрын
Wow. So glad this happened. Wondered who you being interviewed by!! 2 great people right here !
@Holly93061
7 ай бұрын
Literally my two FAVORITE PEOPLE!!!!! This so sooooooo amazing!!!!!
@tamarsalas
5 ай бұрын
He just described all other religions in one way or another. 🙏 Much love
@dc_latername9064
6 ай бұрын
I have an amazing story. One day I was driving home, when all of a sudden the Lord came to me in spirit. I felt very close to Him. I knew if I asked him to play any song on the radio he would, I guess to bless my faith. So I said "ok, Lord play "Come as you are by Nirvana". I turned on the radio and the song started playing right there on the spot, perfectly… I started getting flooded with chills like a waterfall, crying, and trembling. He stayed with me for 10 minutes in my driveway. until I got outta the car. A couple months after that I started getting amazing prayers answered way more often, because it helped me quit doubting when I pray and I was lined up with biblical instructions. It's 6 years later and I still get answered prayers in Jesus name.
@user-ku9fj2hl2y
3 ай бұрын
And I wish everyone could experience the Holy Spirit.
@Kelly-BC
7 ай бұрын
Well done Aaron! A whole new and thorough side of information!
@susanucsb
7 ай бұрын
What an interesting duo. We need to get the evils of Scientology out in any way we can. This is a perfect platform
@raijuko
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for having A-A ron on! What a damn good show this is gonna be
@sharonhatt9399
7 ай бұрын
By far the best podcast I've watched in a long time! It addresses personal issues I am still addressing in my 70's.
@lcostantino7931
3 ай бұрын
WOW incredible interview...thank you Dr Peterson....another great 1.5 hr lecture....PHEW
@ashman167
7 ай бұрын
What a conversation, thank you gentlemen.
@GracieGirl24
7 ай бұрын
Loved this interview. AAron is one of my favorite people 😊
@Sabine_Handley
7 ай бұрын
Great to see Aaron and Jordan!
@Christine-yy6fw
7 ай бұрын
This is the most reasoned, intelligent discussion, I have heard in a long time. Love you both.
@teds5047
7 ай бұрын
WOW! AAron. This was not exactly the place I thought you meant, when you said you went on a big podcast/channel............ Good to see you in a different environment.
@improveourselves3929
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your courage, Aaron! And thank you for the well structured interview, Jordan!
@lumin3370
7 ай бұрын
Great to see Aaron here! ❤
@marykelkis8449
7 ай бұрын
What an interview! Loved it. I fully support Aaron. His unflinching dedication to helping spread the truth is inspiring.
@LetsSingTheDoomSong
7 ай бұрын
To those who have extensively consumed interviews regarding scientology, this one might feel a bit different (at least it did for me). Peterson has an insane depth of knowledge about theology and the many religious branches that extend from it. He REALLY focuses on dissecting the philosophy of Scientology here and what makes the members "tick". Which is why for me, this interview seemed much more, say, somber and serious. Im used to the Scientology discussions having an air of humor and overall more surface-level info that is easy to digest. This legitimately felt like a proper college lecture to me because i had to concentrate on understanding Jordan's words and even had to google some things 😂 Im so happy A-Aron was invited to this interview!! It only helps get the word out more that this organization is a damaging fraud.
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