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Source: NPR "Day to Day"
Roundup
8-9-05

The Church of Scientology & Hollywood's elite (5min)

Scientology is a popular religion in Hollywood, with stars Tom Cruise and John Travolta among the devout. But what is Scientology, and who is L. Ron Hubbard, the religion's enigmatic founder? "Day to Day" Correspondent and Host Madeleine Brand talks to Kim Masters about her investigation of the Church of Scientology. Masters covers the business of entertainment for NPR News.
Read entire article at NPR "Day to Day"