As of Today...IT'S OVER. It Ends Now.

[@GrowingUpInScientology]

Time stamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:48 - As of today it ends! 2:49 - How OSA will take down the movement 4:53 - I've personally reset 9:20 - November 2023 13:05 - Some assume I have the power 21:58 - Chris Shelton 24:37 - Alex Barnes-Ross 26:11 - Mike Rinder 32:21 - Stefani Hutchison 33:50 - Mitch Brisker 35:25 - Sterling Tompkins 40:08 - The protester community 43:25 - Comments / Super Chats

[@grahamokeefe9406]

I have to admit, I've kind of stopped paying attention to the SPTV sphere because of all the infighting.

[@Peacelily1083]

I'm with you there Graham. Enough is enough. The world overall is dirty messy enough 👏👏👏

[@beth4378]

Same. This used to be a fun community. Then it turned into a drama community. Hope things change.

[@marthemorang4323]

I hope your point is well taken by everyone. I unsubsidized to so many channels because of this. Tory explained this so well and said she won't take sides. I miss Jay so much but he also stepped away from the community because of one person. Just would be so nice in his own words of course Streets would talk to the protestors in the same way. I get his platform is not the same as yours. He did kinda touch on it once just not hard enough. Thanks for this stream.

[@teijaflink2226]

Unfortunately some from SPTV probably wont listen, the drama helps with their grifting.

[@catballoo8089]

I think sptv is its own cult

[@lizbrown6095]

Well done!! This is 100% the route to take 👏👏👏 Let's get back to bringing down this cult!

[@kristinadjurfors8280]

💯

[@saracooper7904]

Yep

[@jennifermariejoyce]

I support this plan 1000%. I stopped clicking on anything not directly related to taking down Scientology a few months ago. That’s it. Period. End of story ♥️

[@catb8834]

I did that too. It wasn’t helpful to my own mental health.

[@JillofAllTrades-inMI]

Yea, I had to back away from SPtv.

[@ljlilly76]

@@jennifermariejoyce Me too, fed up and bored with all the drama.

[@Happy_Puffin]

As an elderly never in I’ve appreciated the raw honesty expressed by so many of the creators. As I’m not on any other social media platforms I have found that I, in many cases, have no idea whose mods are causing trouble or which protesters are fighting with other protesters, and I honestly don’t care. I will continue to follow and support creators who provide positive and informative content. Life is too short for endless arguments.💛

[@hayley8715]

💯%

[@CleverNerdPun]

100% the right call. Thanks for standing up, using your voice, and keeping focused on the real problems. I hope Sterling will feel comfortable coming back at some point, because his voice was so important, but I'm also glad that he's taking the space he needs.

[@BarbaraSwanson]

THank goodness. I've cut out watching 90% of creators, and I hate that.

[@nuckinfuts7610]

Same. More like 98% for me tho.

[@maryscott9430]

Me toooo

[@Libbyerality]

"The way to hurt Scientology the most, is to stop hurting each other." -ASL Exactly.

[@TrishRyan-ey8go]

Egg 🍳 sactly

[@laural8875]

YEEEEEES!!!! Thank you for having the level-headedness to draw the line in the sand & we back you on this message!!!!!! Let's not play into OSA's handbook & job in taking the bait & eating each other alive!!! Love you Aaron!!!

[@sallyreff2574]

I guess it's hard for people having been in Scientology.... Raised to rat out each other, judge one another. It's hard to base a relationship/friendship with these ethics. 😢

[@dee-deelove9310]

This is the point…..lots of therapy need to be had to break that cycle 🙌🏼

[@aberamagold7509]

It may be hard for them to stop doing that when they first get out, but they need to change their mindset and do it quickly.

[@Tensen01]

Feels a little like you can take the dog out of the fight, but you can't take the fight out of the dog.

[@KoalaLou18]

Aaron makes videos that make you laugh and cry, but mostly make you think. I'm glad that this was said, and i really hope Sterling comes back to make content, I miss seeing him.

[@margan59]

I am SO glad to hear this! Honestly, I've been pulling back because of the in-fighting.

[@sandydelraye2577]

I miss the "Brady Bunch" live podcasts. All of you together was so awesome.

[@JulieAiken]

Thank you for this stream. I recently realized I was watching WAY less SPTV than I used to. Because it felt ugly, and I was originally attracted to the intelligence and fun and apparently genuine caring in the community. Let's get back to the mission! Thanks again, Aaron.

[@bridgetboyle687]

Amen

[@sallyskellington3024]

Same!

[@alainaaugust1932]

Support you 100%. It’s high control cults, all cults, that must be the focus.

[@scarletfalanges]

As Ghandi said 'be the change you want to see', thank you for making this decision, I think it's the right one 💜

[@captrockh2055]

You are the Hero that you're waiting for.

[@Donna_Davie]

That person who made that comment to Jeff doesnt speak for me one bit, Jeff has been the kindest warmest person and has stated countless times wants nothing to do with the in fighting. Keep on the fantastic work Jeff from a big Vancouver fan

[@leademi1387]

You can take the person out of Scientology but you can’t always take the Scientology out of the person.

[@ToryMagoo44]

As I've posted for 24 years: The 3 Goals of OSA, since 1997 have been: 1) Distract off of anything Scientology does NOT want known 2) Divide & Conquer (get ex's, critics & never ins fighting with each other) 3) Slime the area with *soooo* much Junk that no one even wants to put their name on it. Those have been & remain the goals of OSA, re the Net. 😱😶‍🌫️🫣 Epic Fail, OSA! Agreed, Aaron on stick to the topics (exposing Scn's abuses)/ stay away from personal attacks. ☮️✌️

[@Dbeach166]

❤

[@Igobyfaith]

You Tori are a gem! Leading by example.

[@ToryMagoo44]

​@@IgobyfaithThank you! I try. 🌹

[@jennofthewest0916]

Thank goodness, I definitely dipped out of SPTV because of how much time was being devoted to infighting, it's been nuts

[@dp4929]

I agree it’s been nuts, toxic and to be honest absolutely hate filled recently.

[@joli43]

So glad to hear this. I have not listened to you or any of the other SPTV creators since one particular male began to sew derision. But I decided to check in with your channel this afternoon and I see this! And your short featuring Jamie Raskin!!! Good for you Aaron.

[@rivercyn]

All the negativiy has really been keeping me away from all anti-Scientology platforms. I'm glad that you will not be supporting anyone who is harassing other creators.

[@aberamagold7509]

I agree and have also stopped watching most SPTV channels. Which sucks because it's caused my _notification/home_ page to become inundated with "Karen" videos 😂 You watch one of them, and the algorithm thinks that's all you want to see. Then you start finding them amusing, until you don't, and by then, it's too late. I don't understand why the same thing doesn't happen with the _football/soccer_ and F1 videos I search for and watch. . And I watch those kinds of videos far more than I do SPTV or Karen related channels.

[@saracooper7904]

The drama just needs to end. So I am happy to see just the content.

[@TrishRyan-ey8go]

Well said❤❤❤

[@andreagnauck4982]

I am so glad you did this video!! Thank You!! I don't watch nearly as much as I used. I watched a ton of SPTV but the drama over the last year was exhausting!!

[@sandralybrand9425]

Same thing for me! I watched a lot( maybe too much) but the past month very little, including my favorite Aaron's. It just started getting to nasty and the positivity seemed to have gone out of the mission. It was so disappointing to see it go away from the mission to a popularity competition! I Applaud your decision Aaron! Your focus is back! ❤❤❤❤

[@teijaflink2226]

100% agree, I'm so tired and dissapointed of ex scientologists attacking and trying to destroy other ex scientologists because of disagreements, it's embarrasing. The focus should be Scientology, they must be laughing at the fighting and drama inside ex scientologists.

[@TheSoaperstar]

So glad for this. As a long time watcher, I have not watched any SPTV videos in a while. I got turned off, plus I couldn't keep up with the amount of videos criticing other creators... I was lost in who was bitching out who. It got too much. Need to clear the decks and restart. I hope others take your lead Aaron.

[@openmyeyes67]

Sooo many people had tuned out, yet alerted somehow right away to come listen to this message of positivity! Wow! I guess they just had a feeling they should check in

[@openmyeyes67]

I hope you know that was sarcasm. I had stumbled upon Leah's twitter likes and questioned it on one of your videos. I was so confused. I understand ridding the negativity, truly. However, those of us paying attention, know what's up. We see. 😎

[@ElleR3416]

I used to watch daily but checked out several months ago because of some of this stuff he’s talking about but also my concern in the Middle East and wanted to put my time and energy there. Anyway, would you mind giving me a brief run down of what’s happened in this community lately, please and thank you!?! 😊

[@ImStillHereObviously]

Thank you for being mindful and genuine about your work and your process.

[@MagsT_UBU_IBMeBee]

Good move, BRAVO! I'm rooting for you and team. ❤ Be strong, stay strong. God's blessings and peace be with you.

[@teds5047]

Perfect response. I know I have been saying this to people in this community a lot, but Aaron, I am proud of you. Everyone around the world needs more compassion. Some people need to be ignored. That doesn't mean I am not curious and check up on you, but some need to be left alone!

[@victoriacsd]

42:57 "The way to hurt scientology is to stop hurting each other" - well said. Too bad about Sterling- hopefully he returns to spread positivity.

[@marcuspolo9106]

What happened to sterling?

[@victoriacsd]

@@marcuspolo9106 resigned from the board. And, if I understood correctly, stepping back from creating content.

[@cady__]

@@victoriacsddid he just need time away for himself or?

[@victoriacsd]

@@cady__ don't know. That's just what I understood from what Aaron said.

[@lorcashine]

This is so important. The situation go so sad. Thank you!

[@simplysusan.5625]

Good job A Aron! I may reengage now. I feel so strongly about stopping child abuse, but I went 'on hold".

[@IngridKB]

Oh I’m so sad about Sterling, I hope he will still do game night someday ❤

[@inesdecastro2522]

The voice of reason . Thank you Aaron this is a corner stone in the right direction. Poor listening breeds misunderstanding Misunderstanding breeds separation Separation breeds poor jugement Poor jugement brees natter Natter breeds hatred Hatred breeds revenge … until it hits someone who can transcend the dwindling spiral and see where the greater good for all lies. This takes the Heart’s intelligence , humility and wisdom 🙏🧡

[@karenhouston9715]

What happened to Sterling?

[@superstormday993]

This is what Tori has said all along. OSA pours salt on wounds in an effort to scare people off.

[@ToryMagoo44]

​@@debbiep4647Thank you for noticing! 🤗💖👍🫶

[@kaz8621]

I am glad that I caught this one. I have been avoiding the SPTV for a while (I used to watch every episode). But I felt it was not doing what it used to do. Look forward, I hope, to seeing it start to move back in a good direction.

[@Tres_Jolie]

Saaaaame!

[@sovereignbrehon]

Me too!! 100%

[@kimsmart100]

Same.

[@teijaflink2226]

Exactly how I have felt.

[@kristinadjurfors8280]

Same for me

[@jjjones4982]

Proud of Jeff, he has managed to zig & zag this mess

[@MaryJames-si6fp]

I could not agree with you more!!

[@kimgee]

I miss Sterling! I hope he comes back.

[@caglmdpoof9119]

Also got tired of everyone assuming we viewers knew what he said/she said. We have a life outside of watching your streams & mostly, just have no clue. Just becuz we listen while going about our chores doesn't mean we have time to go back & research every detail.

[@operationsdirector3608]

Everything you said was absolutely on point!!❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@johnn9418]

I came across your channel on a deep dive into scientology, and found your content refreshing and inviting, and informative in the right ways. Stuck around because you seem to just keep putting out good content. This is a step aside from your normal stuff, but i'm here for it, because of the intention behind the video. I consider myself lucky to have found yall before getting too curious and going to a "church"

[@marycontrary2828]

Still listening to this but want to say I am so so pleased to hear this. I've been subscribed for a very long time and I switched off with all the protestor stuff and back biting. 🎉

[@gina1877]

The War IS OVER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you Sterling and Aaron!!!!!

[@Kati-did]

Yesss!!! Can't wait to move forward and watch more AARon!!!! Love you Sterling! Hope all is well. I completely understand but hope you do come back.

[@DogObsessed430]

Love Sterling. Such a cool guy

[@susanward678]

Thank goodness! I cut way back since all this. Hopefully things can get back to what they were. ❤

[@lizzieb19450]

Aaron u are such a breath of fresh air. I have watched for u for years. U are such a positive person! Don’t let the haters bother u! U do u!!!❤❤❤

[@pibblemom2015]

Thank you Aaron! I am sure CofS loves any animosity in former CofS members. Let’s keep our eye on the real issue which is Scientology!!! Keep kicking butt friend!!

[@TinaMcBride63]

Ive been watching this channel from day one and was so happy to see your channel more like it used to ❤️

[@janelong8424]

I hated it when it was clear there were problems in the anti Scientology group. Worried for you as you were the one who was in headlines.

[@marysarao7435]

I totally quit watching after November. I hated the whining, blaming and crying!!!

[@sandralybrand9425]

I enjoyed all the different SPTV channels but I just had to take a break.We are getting too much from our politics from a certain guy and it's exhausting! I'm so glad you are taking a stand against negativity! I'm with you 💯 percent!❤❤❤

[@KimberleyInJapan1216]

Hats off to Aaron for trying to protect the SPTV community that we all love and built together before it falls apart. Also, IMO, he is NOT trying to cut off friends in his private life, which he repeated saying, so I just hope no one tries to twist things around…🙏

[@noelgoldberg9709]

Thank goodness! I used to watch your channel everyday but I got so tired of all the fighting and drama and wanted more of the videos that brought me to this channel in the first place - videos about Scientology & survivor stories and escape stories, etc! I’d love to start watching regularly again so I hope this is the direction you’re going.

[@laurarominger2073]

Forgiveness is done for your heart. The anger affects you and no one else. You can forgive someone without ever having anything to do with them again.

[@sovereignbrehon]

100% this is what it's all about

[@highjinx6519]

My favorite tattoo says “hatred is its own punishment”. Got it more to remind myself than to share it with others.

[@Queenthetan]

The Dalai Llama said, "The definition of forgiveness is not reconciliation. "

[@shelleyfroese9126]

This is perfectly written

[@laurarominger2073]

@@shelleyfroese9126 awww. Thank you. Unfortunately had to learn this the hard way ❤️

[@chrislashley]

I've never met a scientologist, as far as I know. I got into your content in the beginning because of the educational bent.

[@Failedpess]

We used to have so much fun in the old days before SPTV was even a thing. I hope this is the start of getting back what we had way back when.

[@EggertOlafs]

Great! This I fully support! I HATE! this infighting!

[@susanleblanc3944]

I am glad you did reset Aaron I feel we lost you for abit

[@catb8834]

I could tell that Aaron was trying to stay out of it unless he had to step in. It’s some of the other channels and their members that prefer shitting on people than covering real content.

[@cherylnasco1866]

I'm so proud of you Aaron, this needed to be said and done. I had to stop watching ALOT of channels, because the drama just would not stop and didn't seem like it was going to anytime soon as it was like a out of control fire if one channel did a video of someone then someone else followed suit, it was getting very triggering for my own past traumas. Thank you for you and thank you for all you do, now we can move on and get back to basics / business! ❤

[@lostboysgoldengirls]

Aaron, I have so much respect for you after this. Really, bravo!

[@Ruth-n3n]

Once again young'un, Thanks and mad RESPECT for all you do from an old gal in Hamilton Ontario Canada!

[@aberamagold7509]

Hello Hamilton. 😁

[@catherinemcginnis1538]

Hello Hamilton, St. Catharines here

[@2Jos]

Hello Fredericton NB HERE😉

[@FlyingGemSparkly]

I used to watch a massive amount of SPTV creators but have recently just tuned into whom I consider the leaders of the movement, A-Aron & Natalie for daily rundowns. Hope it all settles down and I can go back to binge watching everyone since I am retired & bored at home. It has been utterly gut wrenching to see creators I respect & adore to be brawling continuously! Good job A-Aron in being a peacemaker!

[@MaryJames-si6fp]

Agree completely. If a protestor or follower doesn’t realize that OSA read, hears, and transcribes every comment said that bashes another channel, they are in the wrong protest movement. The goal is to take down Scientology. Not give OSA wins or good stats

[@openmyeyes67]

Then, actually raising valid concerns and questions about why nothing substantial has seemed to happen in ALL THESE YEARS, when those with ALL the EXEC low and dirty information are doing all they can. Motives can appear to be aligned when they are not.

[@amanishajay914]

Scientology would be done if many people just stop the infighting and work together. Don't let captain Davey win!

[@vnewen2157]

Hate the infighting myself but it really only started like within the last 12 months when it got really bad and noticeable. So unfortunately, Scientology was and would have still been around. Getting attention to their tax free exemption status and with policy makers are key in my opinion!

[@lizzieb19450]

U are a positive productive content creator!!! U have made a huge impact on so many people’s lives.

[@Queenthetan]

Pretty sure Aaron won the internet today 💜🤘

[@joannegillis6629]

One slogan that I learned from going to alcoholics anonymous.…(it’s about the) program, not personalities

[@allisongaudette9089]

I do appreciated this and have recently tuned out due to all the drama and personality conflicts!

[@MAA_SPTV_Canada]

Well said EhEhRon. You do you. I will continue to be supporting you

[@jameswalberg3265]

This is a seminal podcast. Well thought out and well-spoken.

[@nenegh51]

Glad to hear ’it is over!’. Will listen to you again. Been disconnected from SPTV due to the negativity it started to spread. My regards from Chile 🇨🇱

[@TheMAmeph]

Smart words. I like your choices and the boundaries you set in this matter.

[@tahliel]

Its been an exhausting few months. Ive found myself not clicking on any anti scientology content recently. I tried continuing to support everyone, but it got too hard. Happy to hear the focus is returning to the cause.

[@danamonin58]

Stick with this and people will return. Right now I cannot stand any of the shows I loved and supported. It is a shame.

[@Danielle316]

Thank you for covering this, Aaron. I found your channel during the Danny Masterson trial and have always loved your content. A lot of the infighting has turned me off, so now I only watch you and Natalie. I am still subscribed to others but have lost interest in watching. Hopefully everyone can get back to the goal of ending Scientology soon.

[@SoulHealerPDX]

Thank you Aaron - I haven't been watching due to these reasons.

[@SPionage101]

Oh the way articulate is why your my JAM

[@meghans6314]

Thank you. It's been kind of disappointing to see the infighting, and...it kind of feels like some of the members in the community have leaned too hard into the parasocial, which gives a "we left a cult, but we're forming a new cult around Aaron." It just makes me so sad. I just want to learn about Scientology and be a part of the solution to take out Scientology, and help its victims. What happened in November sucked (and I know it hurt), but both sides still have the same goal. Let's all get out of high school and move forward as adults. I still enjoy both Burned For Good vids and Growing Up In Scientology. Let's all just be cool. Keep making your excellent content, Aaron.

[@natalieswanson2394]

Replay crew today! Excellent video. Thank you!

[@ang2067]

Well said Aaron. I was waiting for a video like this to come along!

[@notasheeple2926]

Thanks for clarifying why we haven't seen Sterling lately!!! Miss him and Mike Brown!!! Two very calming voices in the community! ❤❤ Thanks Aaron for this video.

[@kristymadden15]

I am so glad that you are finally addressing this! Thank you! I can’t believe that everyone doesn’t know that “the church “ is loving all the discourse!! I’m sure they are in the background nudging people to get angry! Please stop! Please get back to what this was originally intended to be!!’ I have never been in Scientology but I live in Clearwater and I am invested in these people out of my city. So when I go on your channels, many of them) lately all I hear is finger pointing and accusing! I am begging all of you, GET OVER IT! Please can we go back to the reasons I became involved in your channels!!

[@evemaekarain]

I think you are a true friend, Aaron! Maybe bringing back those game nights will bring back the fun (and hopefully Sterling...) Best wishes from The Netherlands/beste wensen uit Nederland! 🌷✨🌷

[@dmerrell9723]

I have enjoyed your efforts to get back to educating and sharing about the cult. Keep it up.

[@Dayofmourning]

Praise Xenu! I was beginning to find the videos almost cliquey - a lot of talk about people and things I had no idea about. I was scrolling away quite a bit. Looking forward to new and interesting, educational info

[@larissap6586]

As a never-in who’s been following the anti-Scientology movement for ages, listening to exes ragging on exes makes me think of knowledge reports. What’s the point? Focus on Scientology’s wrongdoings keeps me interested, not the current backbiting. When I see the backbiting content I switch channels…..and I tend to unsubscribe. There’s enough negativity in the world without me participating in it. Glad to learn you’ve made a stance. ❤️🇨🇦

[@DawnDavidson]

As another never-in, I am entirely in agreement. Hear, hear! 🎉

[@herrmy1968]

Thank you Aaron. Really appreciate you. ❤😊

[@jennifereber4391]

For some reason randomly your channel was on my you tube. This was years ago and it drew me into the ex Sci world

[@inesdecastro2522]

The voice of reason . Thank you Aaron this is a corner stone in the right direction. Poor listening breeds misunderstanding Misunderstanding breeds separation Separation breeds poor jugement Poor jugement brees natter Natter breeds hatred Hatred breeds revenge … until it hits someone who can transcend the dwindling spiral and see where the greater good for all lies. This takes the Heart’s intelligence , humility and wisdom 🙏🧡

[@Eva-gz2ki]

You nailed it Aaron ❤🎉

[@jennywong244]

@Growing Up In Scientology Replay Crew THANK YOU AARON!! Finally a voice of reason in all this chaos. I personally have dropped a few streams for that exact reason. And you are exactly right. It is not fun watching SPTV as much as it was. Of course talk about the important things but I’d love for you to bring back game nights and things like that. Aaron, you are a light in the darkness 💖💖

[@valerienagy8764]

I hope things will get better and that A-Aron's message sinks into the minds & hearts of those who are in it for reasons other than doing what it takes to tear down this cult. Great job, dearest A-Aron !

[@SheilaSmith-z8g]

Aaron, there is an issue greater than cohesion, and that is calling out words and behavior within our own tribe (former scientologists) that unfairly harm others. The important issue is honor, integrity and truth....not eliminating interior conflicts.

[@kristinadjurfors8280]

When it all started especially with the protesters, I tried in chat and in comments a lot of us did. But with absolutely no effect. So I unsubscribed to a lot of the drama, even to some Sp tv. This was actually by far the most I watched here on KZbin and i was so proud-for catching this form day one with Willam and see it all spread all over the whole world. Did what i could in my country as well, i supported so many. But i had to stop because I didn’t think this was any good content at all. My god i have never seen something like this ever getting so big from ins and not ins, i was so proud to have been supportive in this and talking to everyone I could. So yes let’s do this right again ❤🤝✊🏼. So we can shut this horrible cult down, then we take the next one😉. Thank you Aaron❤

[@epiphany2b628]

I am excited to hear this. I have stopped watching many channels that used to be favorites. I hope many others follow this decision and refocus their attention.

[@Pharoset]

I burned out on all this last year. I only stopped by because you wrote "It's Over" and I wanted to hear what you would say on your final broadcast.

[@carmelacampbell2659]

Same with me. Exactly

[@leslieneufeld8410]

I agree

[@kathybenes3137]

I support you 💯 percent 💯 yeah 👏 thanks learning 🙏 good luck 👍 😉

[@waitwhat8321]

Hey Aaron been watching you since about 30k subs. You have walked a very fine line and done a good job of only involving yourself when you really had to but I am happy you are sticking with the regular programming that is what I've always enjoyed. And honestly it's been difficult to follow what has been going on. I was familiar with the person who started the discord from elsewhere so stayed away from that. Looked at Reddit once and knew it wasn't for me but it has been difficult to watch and support those I want to because I was so lost. Can't wait to see the next video. edit miss use of tense

[@LiquidAudio]

Good on you, Aaron, great approach. Clean, simple, focused, I like it a lot. This is the high ground and a great place to be.

[@MadeinManitoba]

It is so important when a respected voice speaks out. Being a voice of reason, honesty and decency helps others to stop and think about what really matters in this fight against Scientology.

[@ermining1]

Great I stopped watching all anti scientology channels for a while now since all this became public, including your channel when it was one of those videos. Great plan!

[@cynthiakrisingsharpe]

Hi. I’m watching on the replay. Thank you for the video. The chaos has gotten to me and I have had to back down. ❤