Skeptics -
I'm excited to announce yet another fun and informative event provided by Phoenix Skeptics in the Pub and the Phoenix Area Skeptics Society!
Many of you may have heard that the Church of Scientology recently opened an "office" in Phoenix. This can only mean that their influence is growing, right? Our own Jim Lippard makes a compelling case that the opposite may be true in a talk titled "The Decline and (Probable) Fall of the Church of Scientology". In this talk Jim will discuss Scientology's history and the evidence he sees of its decline. It is sure to be eye-opening, no matter how much you know about the mysterious world of thetans and e-meters.
Jim Lippard is a skeptical activist (among many other things) that has been involved in the movement since 1985. He has been published in Skeptic Magazine multiple times, including a recent article upon which this talk is based. Jim blogs at http://lippard.blogspot.com/ and you can follow him on Twitter @lippard. Jim knows his stuff--follow him!
I hope you can join us for the fun!
- Matt
November 21, 2012
New charges that Scientology spent $30M to cover up Lisa McPherson's death: http://www.wtsp.com/news/local/article/282987/8/Federal-suit-Scientologist-spent-30-mil-to-cover-death
1 · November 16, 2012
Jim was so thorough and awesome. Lots of excellent information and extremely specific.
November 15, 2012
Great presentation by Jim! He walked us through the rise and fall of the Scientology empire. Very informative, in-depth, and entertaining.
November 15, 2012
Really wanted to go but I have a huge stack if papers to grade and grades are due tomorrow.
November 15, 2012
Damn. I have class until 7:30. This is right by my house too.
November 15, 2012
Will anyone bring their e-meter for us to try out. I got a demo at a mall in Austin a few years back and marveled at its solid construction and quality workmanship.
November 12, 2012
Hi Guys - The event is now full and has a wait list. We'll try to get more room at Boulders so everyone who wants to may attend. Also, if your plans change, please update your RSVP.
November 12, 2012
My Skeptic magazine article is now available online: http://www.skeptic.com/magazine/archives/vol17n01.html
1 · October 20, 2012
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