Apparently “cult apologists” are concerned about the Elizabeth Smart case. They seem to feel a need to dismiss any claims that the kidnap victim was “brainwashed.” Veteran cult defenders James Richardson, H. Newton Malony and Nancy Ammerman, have all been quoted concerning the case. Dick Anthony, another “cult apologist,” more recently weighed in. The mainstream […]
Scientology won’t be able to advertise it helped 250,000 people beat drug addiction, at least not in Great Britain. The Advertising Standards Authority there ruled that Scientology must stop posting such claims on billboards and posters because the organization has not proven this claim, reports the London Telegraph. Does this mean that celebrities like Kirstie […]
The so-called “militias” are at it again, apparently trying to generate interest and attention in the waning movement. And their latest scheme for attention seems to be “homeland security,” reports the Contra Costa Times. Some “militia” groups say this has improved their ongoing recruitment efforts. One leader claimed, “The militia should be used to provide […]
Long before the Raelian “cloning cult” garnered media coverage for its leader through publicity ploys, the devoted followers of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi of Transcendental Meditation (TM) were at it. Now it seems TMers are churning out one story after another in hot pursuit of publicity. This has included the creation of Maharishi money, peace […]
A new website dedicated to the sci-fi novel “Battlefield Earth” by L. Ron Hubbard offers “vivid multi-media excitement,” touts a press release on iWire. But Hubbard is actually best known as the founder of Scientology, which has frequently been called a “cult.” And for those that don’t remember “Battlefield Earth” was made into a movie […]
L. Ron Hubbard lived the “good life” and apparently this included riding around in style back in the 60s. While some of his devoted following probably managed on less, especially full-time Scientologists known as “Sea Org” members, it seems Mr. Hubbard traveled in style within a luxurious custom built Lincoln stretch limo. And now you […]
The “Montel Williams Show” today featured actress Kelly Preston the wife of John Travolta in a program titled “A Mother’s Crusade.” The show is actually a rerun that was initially aired in early December of last year. Ms. Preston claims her “crusade” is prompted by a personal experience. Her son Jett Travolta was diagnosed with […]
Today with tension mounting between the United States and North Korea, what can be done to promote better relations? How about children called “Little Angels” performing precision drills to John Phillip Souza? And what if they did a rendition of “Amazing Grace” woven into a medley of Korean songs? These are some of the routines […]
The largest settlement ever paid in the history of Jehovah’s Witnesses occurred this past October, but no news outlet has yet reported it. The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, which is the umbrella organization over 6 million Witnesses worldwide, paid the estate of Frances Coughlin $1.55 million dollars rather than let a jury decide the […]
Rev. Moon founder of the Unification Church staged another one of his “conferences” in Washington DC this month. And of course the Washington Times and UPI, both which Moon essentially controls, covered the event. This conference supposedly focused on “world peace.” Newsman Sam Donaldson was on hand to offer his wit and wisdom. Moon pays […]
