The Truth About Escaping Scientology (with Aaron Smith-Levin)

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

28:24

In our second installment of the Small Business Starter Kit series - we’re tackling a topic that’s sometimes tricky, sometimes confusing, but ever-present: taxes. Hosts Austin and Jannese have an insightful conversation with entrepreneur Isabella Rosal who started 7th Sky Ventures , an exporter and distributor of craft spirits, beer, and wine. Having lived and worked in two different countries and started a company in a heavily-regulated field, Isabella is no stranger to navigating the paperwork-laden and jargon-infused maze of properly understanding taxes for a newly formed small business. Join us as she shares her story and provides valuable insight into how to tackle your business’ taxes - so they don’t tackle you. Learn more about how QuickBooks can help you grow your business: QuickBooks.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

рік тому 1:16:27

MP3•Головна епізоду

Today, Andy speaks with former Scientologist and former staffer and member of the Sea Org, Aaron Smith-Levin.

Aaron left the Sea Org in 2006 and Scientology in 2014. He is the creator of the YouTube channel Growing Up in Scientology, a channel dedicated to sharing his experience, talking with those who have also left Scientology, educating and exposing abuses within the organization Aaron is the President of the SPTV Foundation, which helps people who are escaping from Scientology, and starting their lives in many cases from scratch.

Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original.

Sponsors:

Montana Knife Company Change Agents is presented by Montana Knife Company. Use CODE "CHANGEAGENTS10" for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/⁠

Allegiance Gold:

Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

111 епізодів

#Society #IRONCLAD

The Truth About Escaping Scientology (with Aaron Smith-Levin)

53 subscribers

published рік тому

Поширити

MP3•Головна епізоду

Today, Andy speaks with former Scientologist and former staffer and member of the Sea Org, Aaron Smith-Levin.

Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original.

Sponsors:

Montana Knife Company Change Agents is presented by Montana Knife Company. Use CODE "CHANGEAGENTS10" for 10% off your first order at ⁠https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/⁠

Allegiance Gold:

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

111 епізодів

#Society #IRONCLAD

Alle episoder

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Confronting the Threats of Ukraine, Russia, and China in U.S. Military Strategy 52:12

2 дні тому52:12

52:12

On today's episode, Andy sits down with Ryan McBeth, a former U.S. Army infantryman for 20 years, specializing in anti-armor and heavy weapons. After his military service, he transitioned into software development, working on C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) systems for Accenture Federal Services. They discuss how U.S. military strategies must evolve to adapt to shifting global dynamics, including a more aggressive stance in the Middle East, the prolonged Ukraine conflict, and China’s growing military threat by 2027. Ryan emphasizes the importance of maintaining military readiness, advancing technology, and collaborating with allies. He also touches on the rising significance of information warfare and the future of warfare blending traditional and unconventional tactics. To learn more about Ryan's work, visit his Youtube Channel: @RyanMcBethProgramming Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
The Power of Cartels: How Sinaloa and CJNG Maintain Their Stranglehold on Mexico 1:02:57

10 днів тому1:02:57

1:02:57

On today’s episode, Andy sits down investigative reporter based in Mexico, Katarina Szulc to discuss the entrenched presence of cartels in Mexico and their growing influence beyond its borders. With firsthand reporting from the front lines in both Mexico and Canada, she exposes how these criminal organizations have embedded themselves in daily life, corrupted institutions, and expanded into a powerful international network. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD ORIGINAL Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠ https://mtntough.com ⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Hunting Digital Predators: The Real Dangers Hiding in Kids’ Games and Devices (with ethical hacker Ryan Montgomery) 1:15:21

17 днів тому1:15:21

1:15:21

On today’s episode, Andy sits down with ethical hacker Ryan Montgomery. Ryan is the founder of Montgomery Cybersecurity, a company focused on protecting individuals and organizations from online threats, and works with law enforcement agencies to track and expose online predators targeting children. Ryan also serves as a consultant for various tech companies, helping them strengthen their security systems. Through his work, he educates parents on the dangers of online exploitation and provides actionable solutions to protect children in the digital world. Ryan reveals the hidden dangers in kids’ favorite games like Minecraft and Roblox, and how predators exploit these platforms, along with smart devices, to access children. More on Ryan Montgomery: IG: @0day X: @0dayCTF Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Cartels, Fake Agents, and Human Trafficking in Sports (Chris Dalby Returns) 1:00:37

23 дні тому1:00:37

1:00:37

On today’s episode, Andy welcomes back Chris Dalby, an expert on human trafficking in sports, to uncover the alarming rise of fake agents exploiting young soccer players. Chris breaks down how these fraudulent agents, often connected to criminal syndicates, lure athletes with false promises of international contracts in Europe or the U.S. and ultimately trap them in human trafficking rings. To learn more about Chris's work, check out World of Crime Think Tank Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Surviving Scientology: Growing Up and Escaping Its Abuse (with Jenna Miscavige Hill) 1:04:35

4 weeks тому1:04:35

1:04:35

On today's episode, Andy speaks with Jenna Miscavige Hill, the niece of Scientology leader David Miscavige. Jenna discusses her experience growing up in the church, the abuse and control she endured, and her journey to leave Scientology. She shares her perspective on her uncle's leadership, the impact of the church's practices, and the challenges she faced in breaking free from the organization. To learn more about Jenna's story, check out her book: Beyond Belief: My Secret Life Inside Scientology and My Harrowing Escape Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
A Designed Supervirus?! Proof COVID Was Engineered, Weaponized Viruses, and the Next Pandemic (with Jenner Furst) 1:23:34

5 weeks тому1:23:34

1:23:34

In this episode of Change Agents , Andy speaks with documentary filmmaker Jenner Furst about his new documentary, Thank You, Dr. Fauci . The film investigates the origins of COVID-19, the controversies surrounding Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in bio-defense research, and the possibility of a bio-arms race with China. Furst unpacks what could be the largest cover-up in modern history, exploring gain-of-function research, government accountability, and the broader implications for global security. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. BetterHelp Visit betterhelp.com/Change to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
How Pornhub Became The World's LARGEST Criminal Trafficking Network (with Laila Mickelwait) 1:08:34

6 weeks тому1:08:34

1:08:34

On this episode, Andy sits down with activist and founder of the #TraffickingHub movement, Laila Mickelwait, to expose the dark truth behind Pornhub. They discuss how the world’s largest porn site became a hub for child exploitation, rape videos, and sex trafficking, and the shocking ways it profited from criminal content. To learn more of Laila's work, check out her book: Takedown: Inside the Fight to Shut Down Pornhub for Child Abuse, Rape, and Sex Trafficking Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors : Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. BetterHelp Visit betterhelp.com/Change to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Unmasking Black Axe: Inside Nigeria’s Deadliest Cult (with Charlie Northcott) 1:08:57

7 weeks тому1:08:57

1:08:57

On today’s episode, Andy sits down with investigative journalist Charlie Northcott to expose the Black Axe, a secretive Nigerian cult that has evolved into a powerful transnational criminal network. From ritualistic violence and political corruption to global fraud and organized crime, Charlie unpacks the inner workings of this dangerous group, revealing how it operates across continents. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
The State of the Union in Transition (with Patrick Bet-David) 59:43

8 weeks тому59:43

59:43

On today's episode, Andy sits down with entrepreneur, author, and host of the PBD Podcast , Patrick Bet-David, to analyze the current state of the world in light of President Trump's inauguration. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. UK Special Forces Benevolent Fund Go to SFCBF.org to learn more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Important Update, Plus Hunting Sex Traffickers (with Glenn Devitt) Rebroadcast 1:08:49

9 weeks тому1:08:49

1:08:49

Producer's note: This episode originally aired on March 27, 2023. Due to the ongoing California wildfires, our scheduled guest was unable to join us for their interview. In light of this, we are rebroadcasting Change Agents' very first episode. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to bringing you an all new episode next week! Glenn Devitt is an Army veteran, a former member of the Department of Homeland Security's H.E.R.O. (Human Exploitation Rescue Operative) program, and the founder of ⁠the Sentinel Foundation⁠. The organization exists for a single reason: to end underage children being exploited around the world. Today on Change Agents, Glenn and Andy Stumpf discuss Glenn's background, the origins of the Sentinel Foundations, the reality of child exploitation, and how Change Agents listeners can get involved in the fight. To learn more about the work of ⁠the Sentinel Foundation⁠⁠ go to ⁠https://www.foundationsentinel.org/ Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ MTNTOUGH: Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Betterhelp Visit Betterhelp.com/CHANGE today to get 10% off your first month. UK Special Forces Benevolent Fund Go to SFCBF.org to learn more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
How 3-Letter Agencies Use Social Media to Control the World 1:13:11

10 weeks тому1:13:11

1:13:11

Today's guest is an expert on online censorship and threats to freedom of speech around the world. Mike Benz is the Director of the Foundation for Freedom Online. He is a former State Department official with responsibilities in formulating and negotiating US foreign policy on international communications and information technology matters. He is the author of the book, “Weapons Of Mass Deletion”. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Allegiance Gold Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code HALFOFF Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisironclad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Inside the Mongols Motorcycle Club and "1%er" Biker Culture (with Justin "Mooch" DeLoretto) 56:32

11 weeks тому56:32

56:32

Today's guest is Justin "Mooch" DeLoretto. Justin served as a chapter president of the Mongols Motorcycle Club for 15 years. He was also a key figure in the founding of one of the largest Australian chapters, which served as a base for expansion into Asia. He is now a social worker and a Mental Health Therapist who provides Multisystemic Therapy to At-Risk Youth and is the author of the book, “The Ride of My Life: From Street Gangs to Motorcycle Clubs to Social Worker”. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Allegiance Gold Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code HALFOFF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Are Microplastics in Your Clothes Poisoning You? (with Eric Liedtke) 58:12

12 weeks тому58:12

58:12

Today’s guest is one of the corporate whistleblowers featured in the new Netflix documentary “Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy”. The film looks how companies leadership not only conspires to force consumers to buy and throw out more, but have been dishonest about their recycling and sustainability efforts Eric Liedtke is a former executive at Adidas. After leaving the company, he started “Unless Collective”, the world's first all-plant, zero-plastic regenerative fashion brand. Under Armour recently acquired Unless, and has installed Eric as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Brand Strategy, a move Eric says will help Unless scale Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisironclad Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/change-agents-with-andy-stumpf/id1677415740 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKmtN55V2AGbzHDo34DHI?si=5aefbba9abc844ed Sponsors: SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Allegiance Gold Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Use code CYBER50 at https://www.mtntough.com for a full year of the app for just $120 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
Luis Elizondo: UAP Are Real and the Government Is Hiding the Truth About Non-Human Intelligence 1:08:33

13 weeks тому1:08:33

1:08:33

Today on Change Agents, Andy Stumpf is joined by Luis Elizondo, the former senior leader of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), the secretive Pentagon unit that studied UFOs. He’s also a Former U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent and author of the new book IMMINENT: INSIDE THE PENTAGON’S HUNT FOR UFOs Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original SPONSORS: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ Allegiance Gold Go to https://ProtectWithAndy.com to get exclusive lowest pricing on the market for select gold bars or call (844) 790-9191 to talk to an account representative. MTNTOUGH Go to ⁠https://mtntough.com⁠ and enter code CHANGEAGENTS to receive 40% OFF - a savings of about $100 off your MTNTOUGH+ annual subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

1
How Mexican Cartels and China Shape the U.S. Fentanyl Epidemic 1:02:55

14 weeks тому1:02:55