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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Hollywood and Campaign Finance, Growing Up in Scientology, TV Roundup

Many members of the Church of Scientology join the religion as adults. But what is it like to grow up as a Scientologist? Two young people share their stories with host Madeleine Brand.

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By Madeleine Brand • May 4, 2015 • 50m Listen

Many members of the Church of Scientology join the religion as adults. But what is it like to grow up as a Scientologist? Two young people share their stories with host Madeleine Brand. And the experiences of both kids were much different - one had a famous father, the other did not. And in the Church of Scientology, who you are and who you know counts. What's it like to go to a school run by the church? What happens when a kid struggling with mental illness can't get the help she needs to get better? Why did they leave the church and how did the decision to leave affect their family relationships?

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    Madeleine Brand

    Host, 'Press Play'

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    Jolie Myers

    Managing Producer, 'Press Play'

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    Producer, 'The Document'

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