u/Pooks65
r/ClearwaterFlorida r/skeptic r/Beck r/chowchow r/OT42 r/newhaven r/cultsurvivors r/NashvilleUnfiltered r/memphis r/ClearwaterFl r/scientology r/PoliticalCalifornia r/Jokes r/QuietOnSetDocumentary r/Connecticut
New book on Beck details his involvement in — and abuse by
tonyortega.substack.comu/Pooks65 — 24 days ago
Photo Op at Howdycon
Hello, fellow SPs.
I was way too busy to get photos, but a lot of them should be coming out soon.
Since I was the Chairperson of Fun, I tried to create a photo op similar to the ones at IAS events.
There is a stage with a backdrop, a cutout of Dave, a Trophy for the SP Whales, and, of course, an oversized photo of LRH.
u/Pooks65 — 25 days ago
▲ 16 r/OT42
HowdyCon 2026 Silent Auction is live online Sept 14–19 — Yes, you can literally bid on a Mark VII E-Meter to benefit the Aftermath Foundation!
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a genuine Mark VII E-Meter just to audit your house cat—or you’re looking for rare signed books, survivor art, and Clear bracelets—mark your calendars.
The HowdyCon 2026 Silent Auction runs online from September 14th through September 19th.
Completely remote: You do not need to attend HowdyCon in person; anyone can participate online
Great cause: 100% of proceeds go straight to the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation, supporting people leaving Scientology as they restart their lives.
🔗 Video Overview with Phil & Clara: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v1V1B9GK4k
🔗 Register & Browse the Auction: https://givebutter.com/c/howdycon2026/auction
Set a reminder, browse the catalog, and happy bidding!
u/Pooks65 — 1 month ago
Save The Garden collected 7,000 signatures required to put the ordinance that gave South Garden Avenue to Scientology on the ballot
The signatures were pre-audited by Save The Garden, only valid signatures are counted. Collection of signatures will continue.
u/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
▲ 1 r/cultsurvivors
Howdycon 2026
Five tickets left.
HowdyCon 2026: Full Weekend Event Overview
Join us for HowdyCon 2026, Sept 18 and 19 — an entire weekend gathering for critics, former members, and observers of the Church of Scientology, hosted by Tony Ortega's The Underground Bunker.
All tickets cover admission for the full two-day weekend.
Weekend Schedule at a Glance
- Friday Night: Opening Meet & Greet to kick off the weekend, connect with fellow attendees, and mingle.
- Saturday: A full day of featured guest speakers, presentations, and live discussions.
- Throughout the Weekend: Live podcast sessions, social gatherings, and fundraising activities supporting the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation.
Confirmed Saturday Speaker Lineup
- Tony Ortega – Journalist, author, host, and Editor-in-Chief of The Underground Bunker.
- Claire Headley – Former high-ranking Sea Org executive and President of the Aftermath Foundation.
- Alex Barnes-Ross (Apostate Alex) – UK-based activist, former member, and Editor of Scientology Business.
- Phil Jones – Activist and creator of the Scientology "Disconnection" billboards.
- Chris Shelton – Author, cult recovery consultant, and former Scientologist.
Tickets cover entry for both Friday and Saturday events. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
u/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
▲ 8 r/scientology
5 tickets left for Howdycon 2026
Five tickets left.
HowdyCon 2026: Full Weekend Event Overview
Join us for HowdyCon 2026, Sept 18 and 19 — an entire weekend gathering for critics, former members, and observers of the Church of Scientology, hosted by Tony Ortega's The Underground Bunker.
All tickets cover admission for the full two-day weekend.
Weekend Schedule at a Glance
- Friday Night: Opening Meet & Greet to kick off the weekend, connect with fellow attendees, and mingle.
- Saturday: A full day of featured guest speakers, presentations, and live discussions.
- Throughout the Weekend: Live podcast sessions, social gatherings, and fundraising activities supporting the Michael J. Rinder Aftermath Foundation.
Confirmed Saturday Speaker Lineup
- Tony Ortega – Journalist, author, host, and Editor-in-Chief of The Underground Bunker.
- Claire Headley – Former high-ranking Sea Org executive and President of the Aftermath Foundation.
- Alex Barnes-Ross (Apostate Alex) – UK-based activist, former member, and Editor of Scientology Business.
- Phil Jones – Activist and creator of the Scientology "Disconnection" billboards.
- Chris Shelton – Author, cult recovery consultant, and former Scientologist.
Tickets cover entry for both Friday and Saturday events. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
u/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
Scientology harass and intimidate local citizens group
Scientology is sending its members and private investigators to harass and intimidate the Save the Garden Clearwater group as it collects signatures for its petition.
Per a recent Facebook post:
"We had another private investigator show up to take pictures of our volunteers today with his zoom-lens camera. He sped off when we spotted him.
Such a creepy thing to do. If the goal is to intimidate us, it isn’t working. These tactics have become entertaining. We have nothing to hide and we are doing nothing wrong.
May we remind our opponents of the first amendment, ratified on December 15, 1791. We have every right to petition the government for a redress of grievances. "
We proudly exercise these rights.
God bless America!
Sign the petition. Save the Garden!
u/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
Scientology raising money for U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna
tonyortega.substack.comu/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
▲ 29 r/chowchow
Carmella has found her inner Chow.
My Texas girl has been with me for a little over a year. She is incredibly sweet, and up until a few days ago, she would enthusiastically come whenever I called her.
Now she does what I always expect from a Chow, and that is, she ignores me.
Reading her records, it looks like she was abused, and I noticed from the beginning that when I would raise my voice, she would drop to the ground and submit.
I have no idea why she finally decided to go full Chow. I'm guessing she feels safer.
u/Pooks65 — 2 months ago
▲ 5 r/scientology
Leah Remini's attorney asks journalist to not mention his name for fear of Scientology retaliation.
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The link above has the full transcript of yesterday's appeal hearing for Leah Remini v. Scientology.
At the very end of the transcript, journalist Tony Ortega notes:
"* Leah Remini’s attorney asked the Underground Bunker not to name him in our report of the hearing over his concern about harassment by the Church of Scientology."
What the hell does this mean? This is completely bonkers.
So many questions.
What's happened to Leah's attorney that he would actually write this to Tony?
Does Leah know about this?
Does the court know he's in fear?
What was he thinking when he appeared at this hearing, and his name was broadcast internationally during this video of the hearing?
Will Leah have to start all over with another attorney?
Good grief!
u/Pooks65 — 3 months ago
▲ 12 r/ClearwaterFl
On the day of his father's funeral Scientology harasses local City Councilor.
Disgusting behavior by the cult for harassing a councilor who just lost their father.
u/Pooks65 — 3 months ago
After Clearwater cave, Scientology breaks ground on L. Ron Hubbard Hall on August 1
Only a month after the Clearwater, Florida city council knuckled under and voted to turn over a downtown street to Scientology, church leader David Miscavige is wasting no time, announcing that on August 1 he’ll preside over a ground-breaking ceremony to celebrate the future L. Ron Hubbard Hall. More at link.
u/Pooks65 — 3 months ago
▲ 238 r/ClearwaterFl
For Clearwater: A reminder of how L. Ron Hubbard had Scientology invade Clearwater,Florida
"...we wanted to remind the people of Clearwater what they’re dealing with as once again their political leaders are caving to the Church of Scientology, pretending that this is a legitimate organization that means what it says. We figure it’s best if they heard directly from Scientology’s founder himself.
u/Pooks65 — 3 months ago
Clearwater's 3-2 final vote gives Scientology vacated street for its Vatican City
These 3 cowards should be voted out.
u/Pooks65 — 4 months ago
Clearwater Mayor Questions City Attorney
There is a meeting tonight on this issue. Scientology will be flooding the place with their members, trying to outnumber and silence any opposition,
u/Pooks65 — 4 months ago
Field report: Scientology finally gets in gear despite a complete lack of local interest
I've been keeping my eye on Scientology and reporting on their progress or lack of it in building the new "Ideal Org" in New Haven.
u/Pooks65 — 4 months ago