This week on Premeditated Opinions, Pamela and Josh dive into the world of Scientology — where self-help meets science fiction and billion-year contracts come with free trauma. From the mystery of Shelly Miscavige to why smart people fall for cults, we unpack faith, fear, and the desperate human need to belong.

Then we turn the mirror on modern religion — exploring why church sometimes feels like a TED Talk with fog machines and guilt as the main love language. Think less altar call, more group therapy with snacks.

If you’ve ever questioned a sermon, binged a cult documentary, or wondered if your HOA is actually a pyramid scheme — this one’s for you.

Links Discussed:

HBO’s Going Clear documentary: https://www.hbomax.com/movies/going-clear-scientology-and-the-prison-of-belief/

Leah Remini’s Scientology and the Aftermath (A&E): https://www.aetv.com/shows/leah-remini-scientology-and-the-aftermath

Leah Remini's book: https://leahremini.com/troublemaker

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