We first wrote about Tory Christman in 2001, and 22 years later it’s still one of our favorite stories of all time — about a woman who went from one of Scientology’s most reliable foot soldiers to one of its most resilient critics.
I gorged Tory's videos when I first fell down the rabbit hole. Tory is an amazing person with a fascinating story. She is a burst of light and colour! ♥️
Thank you Jackie! I have loved being interviewed by Tony since our very first interview in 2001. He's a dear friend & an honor to be with, any time. 🌹👍💜✍️
Tory, I’ve been watching your videos for years. They have so much information. I grew up in Hollywood and I am 74, so was there during the heyday of Scientology. I was very shy & it was the aggressiveness that first put me off, & then my cousin who was emotionally rocky to begin with, was pushed over the edge by his involvement. The revelations of the past few years have been mind blowing. Your story is so compelling and you were so brave to step out when “fair game” was so prevalent. I admire you greatly. And Tony has been on this for so long & also endured so much. Thank you both!
I’ve known Tory for so many years. She is a bundle of joy, intelligence, discernment and caring. She is articulate and knowledgeable. Fun to hear her observations of the trial.
When Tory talked about Celebrity Centre. It was founded in Sept 1969. I was there with Yvonne. Yes, at that time scientology was quite different. And yes, now the organization is equivalent to a fascist repressive government.
Geoff...what we all experienced back in the early days helped build friendships for life, imnsho. You have always brought great joy to myself & others. 🎹🎸🎶🎵
So very true, Geoff! I think that's what many people who were never "in" miss: we, the members, our hearts touched. We had a key thing that no longer really exists in Scientolology:
For realsies, Tony is a hero & Tory is one of my favorite people I've never met. Just total kindred spirit vibes. If ever there is another howdycon imma be following her and Kate Bornstein around with puppydog eyes like the aspiring lil SP I am. 😍
It was so interesting and fun. I am so glad to get some of your court inside info, Tony, and Tory, thanks for all your info about your Scientology experiences.
Any info from Anyone on this:
I had a bad Snr. C/S experience with David Mayo (Snr. C/S INT) when I was at the INT Base. I was told that he had looked over my Sec Check and adjudicated that I was a List One Rockslammer.
I was one of 200+ INT Staff that were offloaded in the uplines' great purge during four weeks in 1982.
Shortly thereafter, Hubbard, personally declared and offloaded Mayo but I am wondering if that was because Miscavige had fed LRH false reports regarding Mayo or has it true that Mayo had become corrupted and out tech.
I gorged Tory's videos when I first fell down the rabbit hole. Tory is an amazing person with a fascinating story. She is a burst of light and colour! ♥️
Thank you Newiga! I love that: "a bust of light and colour". So very happy my videos helped! 🌹
*devoured
I agree with Tory. Tony is doing an amazing job of court coverage. His work ethic is admirable.
I so love Tory!
Thank you Jason! 💜
Tony’s reporting & Tory’s observations are a great combination. So great to hear them converse.
Thank you Jackie! I have loved being interviewed by Tony since our very first interview in 2001. He's a dear friend & an honor to be with, any time. 🌹👍💜✍️
Tory, I’ve been watching your videos for years. They have so much information. I grew up in Hollywood and I am 74, so was there during the heyday of Scientology. I was very shy & it was the aggressiveness that first put me off, & then my cousin who was emotionally rocky to begin with, was pushed over the edge by his involvement. The revelations of the past few years have been mind blowing. Your story is so compelling and you were so brave to step out when “fair game” was so prevalent. I admire you greatly. And Tony has been on this for so long & also endured so much. Thank you both!
Thank you Jackie! Your kind words mean a lot to me. 💜
I’ve known Tory for so many years. She is a bundle of joy, intelligence, discernment and caring. She is articulate and knowledgeable. Fun to hear her observations of the trial.
When Tory talked about Celebrity Centre. It was founded in Sept 1969. I was there with Yvonne. Yes, at that time scientology was quite different. And yes, now the organization is equivalent to a fascist repressive government.
Geoff...what we all experienced back in the early days helped build friendships for life, imnsho. You have always brought great joy to myself & others. 🎹🎸🎶🎵
Thanks Tory. It’s amazing how friendships transcend all the BS of life.
So very true, Geoff! I think that's what many people who were never "in" miss: we, the members, our hearts touched. We had a key thing that no longer really exists in Scientolology:
HOPE. 🌹🎸⛩️
For realsies, Tony is a hero & Tory is one of my favorite people I've never met. Just total kindred spirit vibes. If ever there is another howdycon imma be following her and Kate Bornstein around with puppydog eyes like the aspiring lil SP I am. 😍
Awww....thank you, Patience Ann! Yes...kindred spirit vibes! I hope we have another Howdycon after this trial is done. 🌹🌷
Thank you Tony for interviewing me, yesterday. You are a star! 💓✍️😎
It was so interesting and fun. I am so glad to get some of your court inside info, Tony, and Tory, thanks for all your info about your Scientology experiences.
Any info from Anyone on this:
I had a bad Snr. C/S experience with David Mayo (Snr. C/S INT) when I was at the INT Base. I was told that he had looked over my Sec Check and adjudicated that I was a List One Rockslammer.
I was one of 200+ INT Staff that were offloaded in the uplines' great purge during four weeks in 1982.
Shortly thereafter, Hubbard, personally declared and offloaded Mayo but I am wondering if that was because Miscavige had fed LRH false reports regarding Mayo or has it true that Mayo had become corrupted and out tech.
Please tell he what you know.
David Mayo was never "corrupted and out tech"....that was "black PR" (lies) OSA spread about him.
Thank you, Tory.
Dear Tory, you are a national treasure. Fascinating podcast. Thank you Tory and Tony.
Wow! A National treasure? Thank you for your kind words Andrei 💓
Welcome and thank you, Dear Tory!