I remember as a child in the 60s, going with my parents, who were invited, to an Opus Dei house in a wealthy part of Galway City after mass one Sunday. My Dad was a well known medical man in the city and he was invited, I think, because he would have been perceived as well placed and influential. My memories (it’s been many years) were of a feeling of great wealth and power and secrecy. My father was openly critical of the church and was never invited back. They picked the wrong man there!
Opus Dei has also, been known to get lower ranking members to sign over their assets. I have wondered if the old man who Leonard Leo got the billion dollars plus donation from was Opus Dei or of sound mind.
I don't believe he was, wouldn't be surprised if Leonard did some document/will etc manipulations for the $. The guy was always few screws loose of reality to begin with & Leo worked him for years. I wouldnt put anything past him, IMHO
@@MyWalk3296 I think an argument can be leveled that cult people like to recruit people of status, wealth, talent and are willing to develop relationships of decades- waiting for a vulnerable moment- death of spouse, illness, whatever.... I heard the $1.6 billion was from a guy who had Jewish background.
Cults use technology similar to to the tech that caused Havana syndrome and can be used in extremely manipulative ways. One of the first reports on Havana syndrome stated that people could hear messages as well as the “sound”.
You do not? I am a catholic in a diocesis that has an Opus Dei numerary as a bishop. I have protected young people of being manipulated religiously. It outrageous how they do it. With lots of smiles, "I am just concerned of your spiritual growth" -frases and promises of getting in the succesful circles in prestigious universities. If you like successful people and think educated, religious people cannot commit an evil deed you'll easily fall prey of Opus Dei.
Lots of people are. This is why they ignore project 2025, the heritage foundation and Kevin Roberts. Trump doesn't seem like he even understands what Opus Dei is. But who knows.
Steven, do you have any comments about the town of Ave Maria, FL outside of Naples, FL, started by Tom Monaghan ( founder/former owner of Dominos Pizza,) which is centered around a Catholic Church and has a University, and law school - Ave Maria University. I believe it's Opus Dei.
Please go to my website, freedomofmind.com, put Opus Dei in the search box. I know I have a link to a list of different fronts and conenctions created by someone who researches Opus Dei
It's not. There are some OD members involved, which makes sense because it's a bunch of conservative Catholics. But it is not run by or affiliated with OD in any official or meaningful way.
@@marthasimons7940 no idea, I don't live in that area and I've never heard that name. But I've been out for more than 20 years now. There are plenty of wealthy rightwing Catholics who have nothing to do with OD. But certainly many are attracted to OD because it doesn't challenge their appetite for power and money, and it serves as a conduit for them to connect with other like-minded people.
@@drstevenhassan #DrStevenHassan I saw the massive bookshelf behind you and I really badly just want to see the books! It's massive and probably has a wealth of incredibly good books. Could you consider creating a showcase or sending a link to any collections? I also saw your unique published books and intend to buy them as well. Thanks!
I am looking forward to receiving Gareth Gore’s Book as I have pre-ordered it. It must be personal satisfying to be vindicated by Gore’s revelations. I appreciate you so much myself, Steven, as your work and particularly your humanity, empathy and personal experience inside a Cult have helped me to make peace with my own experience within a Cult. In my case it was a Political Cult. I only realised after I left that it was a Cult and how I had been targeted, love bombed, manipulated, isolated from my friends and family and brainwashed. I will always be grateful to my Father for helping me get out.
Surprised no discussion about JD Vance and many judges in the Supreme Court as well as lower courts. Maybe there are so many Opus Dei in our government there wasn't enough time to cover them all.
@@anastasia2024asiayou have no idea how opus dei are in all governments around the world. OD wants a one world religion. They are ultra right. Frances is just as bad untra left. Frances also wants one world religion. Regnum Christi was also a cult. I reported them but no bishop would do anything for 10 years. There are many cults in the catholic church.
seriously ? a better question is are there any that are not ? first of all - of the 9 supreme court judges Im pretty sure 7 are catholic - of various degrees. Thomas, and Alito are closest to being Opus dei - I don't think they are known to be fully on - but Leonard Leo - who has recomended all the conservative judges runs the catholic center in DC - he is Opus Dei . Bill Barr is Opus Dei . there are a lot more within the Heritage foundation and assorted republican think tanks
Alex Acosta is also with Opus, which imo might just explain how Jeffrey Epstein was given the extremely light sentence in Florida years ago. OPUS has always been very secretive and Jeffrey Epstein reportedly liked to film everything, which might explain how he accumulated his wealth. The Argentina story is very similar to what happened in Florida and how those girls from poor families were lured in.
I love Frank's channel. I find it tragic that there are groups like this & others who don't recognize the evil they follow & spread. I'm very grateful to have been raised in a thinking Christian home & the Episcopal Church. So much of what people do in the name of Christ is trauma inducing, oppressive & evil.
Hi Dr Steven, I was raised in an Opus Dei environment, I've gone to several Opus schools, studied at the University of Navarra and at IESE. The Catholic Church is conformed by men who - even though they ask to be led by the grace of God - sin very often. It's true that cases of "psychological abuse" can take place, some are very narrow minded, lots of numeraries have a wrong understanding of what a vocation really is and may "brainwash" youngsters into getting into Opus Dei. However, I can also say that lots of members act in very good faith and they simply seek for the good and sanctity in their normal daily jobs without imposing their beliefs on others. Even atheist people I know recognize that their hospitals, universities and schools treat people very well, with extreme respect and humanity, and encourage them to seek for excellency in their lives. I am very very grateful for the friends that I have that are members of Opus Dei: they are very cultured, hardworking and have a simplicity that I admire. Kind regards, Marta
Yes and no. There is coercion and mental manipulation, gaslighting and punishment… many people live their lives in fear of leaving Opus Dei in case they go to hell. Many. I know it first hand. I was part of Opus Dei for many years in Spain. I had no idea of the business of the rich and powerful and all these news make sense with the culture I knew inside Opus Dei. Scary
@@yomisma9114 I'm very sorry for what you must have gone through, it must have been very tough. I don't want to downplay the suffering that many have gone through because they must have had a terrible time. However, from the outside, I must say that I have seen some improvements. I also personally know lots of people who have left Opus Dei and now live normal lives without regretting their past (some are married, some are still practicing Catholics, some aren't...). I also find it hard to believe that people with such sophisticated education can be driven to hold the absurd and simplistic belief that if they leave a religious group they're going to Hell.
@@MartaHB_Florencia I also find it very hard to believe that I was one of them and had that kind of blindness. But that’s what happens when you’re in a manipulative narcissistic relationship. And that’s what Opus Dei is in its members. Thank God, after several years living as an addict of Opus Dei, I am mostly free of those mind sets. But I see my family still being driven by that same pattern.
Josemaría Escrivá was "cannonized" by Pope John Paul II which means the Catholic Church itself is at the heart of the "Cult of Catholicism" no if, ands or buts!
Opus Dei wants very educated members, and they try to get jobs in government, media, judicial because they see those jobs as the most powerful and influential jobs in forming the sociétés they see fit.
There are also lots of Opus Dei members in "lower class" workstations such as garbage collectors, cooks, janitors, waiters, kindergarten teachers..You can sanctify your job whatever it may be.
@@MartaHB_Florenciathere are, but they like higher jobs because they like the melting theory: if a Christian is on top then they can go down with christianity to everybody beneath
@@mlcarnelli Having influential position does not necessarily mean that you want to dominate the world and abduce everyone into getting into your religious Catholic group. hahaha Again, I acknowledge that there can be of morons in OD as you can find them anywhere but many OD members simply want to do their best at their jobs, help others and lead by example. The fact that they hold different religious views than you does not immediately make them bad people.
I was born in Buenos Aires, my grandparents were Catalans who were opposed to Franco, so Opus Dei was always a subject that popped up often at the diner table. When my parents immigrated I was 9 and in all my years here, this is the second time I hear it mentioned. They installed, and protected Franco and I hear they had a hand with Mussolini. Now, let's talk about Lenard Leo and the Federalist Society... Who do you think might have had a heavy hand in choosing our current corrupt Supreme Court... Yeah. Thank you so much for your work exposing them.
very true about all religious organizations and we've all been snookered at some point in our religious life. Sorry about your parents getting the full court press for money that should have gone to their own kids....I'm sure the mind control is over the top.
You are a Beautiful Human Being, Steve. Thank you for everything that you are doing to help people leave Cults and to raise awareness about how Cults operated. I particularly appreciate the fact that you never use disparaging language directed at Cult Members. You know personally how unhelpful and shaming this is. I wish more people who spoke about the MAGA Cult members would do the same. If they did I am sure that more will leave
As a non practicing Catholic (I prefer to call myself a Christian these days) I find it so disturbing that Pope John Paul II made Josemaría Escrivá a Saint and that Pope Francis has not excommunicated Opus Dei even though he knows how problematic they are and also that Opus Dei consider him Satanic Is it another case of “Follow the Money” to find an explanation
Opus Dei cash machine nowadays is La Caixa bank. And some firms. Find out who financed the university catedraof president Sánchez wife: la caixa and Reale seguros. Find out who is Isidro Fainè and the CEO of REALE
Jeffrey Epstein, I learned from Craig Unger in his book, American Kompromat, that Maxwell's father was recruited by Russia and Mossad- do not know if this has been independently verified. But think about it, a major technique for State actors like Russia and China 9and the US, of course) will set powerful people up with underage girls for sex, video tape them and then use it for blackmail to control them...
@drstevenhassan maxwells real estate dealings and MEDIA CONTROL are a story. BILL BARRS daddy, donnie BARR hired 2 time drop out to work at the same private school that rupert murdochs daughter went to school. DONNIE BARR$ book, "SPACE RELATIONS, " is a CHILDRENS BOOK and is allegedly VERY ... weird. I wonder who published that book. WM BARRS mentor is Ed mee$e of heritage foundation fame AND was the guy, under NIXON and Reagan in IRAN-CONTRA. John A$HCROFTS mentor is MEE$E, and a$hcroft came up with deep state PATRIOT ACT, and since 2017 works for qutar as in a MASSIVE PR CAMPAIGN for the country and its "terrori$t image sponser" problem.
@@drstevenhassan It is my belief that this type of sexual activity is one of the main reasons many join these elitist cults. They are not, victims, however. They know well-beforehand that they will be videotaped.
@@drstevenhassan I was used in trafficking, child porn and government MK Ultra/Monarch trauma based mind control/programming, through Freemasons, for decades, starting from when I was "adopted" at age 14 months. I saw A LOT and was trafficked to some of the most powerful, elite men. Most people wouldn't believe what I experienced.
@@drstevenhassan It was also a well used technique for the Mob - it was a way to get leverage over important people - was to put them in compromising positions - have it recorded and use that to extort the target. It also happenned to be Donald Trump's mentor Roy Cohn's favorite tactic . I have read that he would regularly rent a few suites in some of the more luxurious hotels in Manhattan - and have sex parties. - and he would record them . J Edgar Hoover and Cardinal Spellman were regulars.
What is the purported "chariatable work" that these nonprofits (AKA front groups) conduct? I imagine poverty and pregnancy are two issues they claim to address but I think it's important to know how people are sucked in and to NAME the orgs doing this on-the-sly recruitment too.
Dr. Hassan, I have a sister immersed in Mormonism. If I give her something that has the word cult in it, she rejects it immediately. But if you can maybe do or if you've already dine a video on coercive control and what all the methods of cults without mentioning the word cult, I'd love to share it.
In any spiritual or religious group I once joined,I have now let go of all religions and most new age stuff I always noticed the behaviour A lot of vampires there energy grabbers .A few sincere searchers in all of it.sad to say😢
I am pretty that another “Prophet” will emerge within Opus Dei’s ranks who will announce that they received a message either from Saint Josemaría Escrivá or directly from God so that they can then justify making changes to Opus Dei which suit the Elite within Opus Dei
@@dalifeliciano5637 no it’s a different one. Banco popular doesn’t exist anymore. It went broke several years ago when Luis Vals died and his brother took over.
If only this kind of thought control and manipulation could be taught about in the schools so that people could have more discrimination. The fact that so many have fallen for the MAGA movement is an indication to me that we need to make changes in our educational system. Sadly, if Trump wins this coming election, he plans to follow Project 2025 and take over the educational system in a way that will finish us off.
I thought the interview was about the author. One experience of yours would’ve been enough with the rest of the interview. I’m at questioning him about his book.
Odd, the Pope has to make 'recommendations' to these clowns. Given he is supposed to be God's voice on earth, he should be giving orders, and they should listen or be removed and their wealth repossessed.
I desire for people to think for themselves and provide information that I have found credible and reliable- but I could be wrong on something. OD think the current Pope is way to liberal- speaking about global climate warming, or wishing to neutralize Opus Dei control in Catholic church
@@drstevenhassan Agreed. The current Pope is far better than any previous popes, however, the position of pope is inherently one of undue influence. This is a person who is apprently closest to God of all mortals. That is ripe for abuse. The entire history is built on undue influence. But quite aside from the religious aspect, I wanted to point out the illogic of "the enemy of my enemy is my friend" in the original commenter's thinking
@@drstevenhassan Pope Francis is my favorite Pope, the first Jesuit into Catholic social teaching. Believes in Science. Loves Mercy walks humbly. ST Francis Patron Saint of the environment and animals.
Understanding this moment requires understanding cult dynamics. Thank god for this channel and these conversations. Stay in sanity everyone.
Thank you for this vitally important conversation Dr Hassan!
My pleasure
@@drstevenhassan See you at one of the biggest court cases of crimes against humanity going back 30yrs..🤙
I remember as a child in the 60s, going with my parents, who were invited, to an Opus Dei house in a wealthy part of Galway City after mass one Sunday. My Dad was a well known medical man in the city and he was invited, I think, because he would have been perceived as well placed and influential. My memories (it’s been many years) were of a feeling of great wealth and power and secrecy. My father was openly critical of the church and was never invited back. They picked the wrong man there!
Hope this gets a lot of coverage in the next few weeks.......... the Opus Dei (Supreme) Court and an Opus Dei VP.
Keep talking about it!
Opus Dei has also, been known to get lower ranking members to sign over their assets. I have wondered if the old man who Leonard Leo got the billion dollars plus donation from was Opus Dei or of sound mind.
I don't believe he was, wouldn't be surprised if Leonard did some document/will etc manipulations for the $. The guy was always few screws loose of reality to begin with & Leo worked him for years. I wouldnt put anything past him, IMHO
@@MyWalk3296 I think an argument can be leveled that cult people like to recruit people of status, wealth, talent and are willing to develop relationships of decades- waiting for a vulnerable moment- death of spouse, illness, whatever.... I heard the $1.6 billion was from a guy who had Jewish background.
Cults use technology similar to to the tech that caused Havana syndrome and can be used in extremely manipulative ways. One of the first reports on Havana syndrome stated that people could hear messages as well as the “sound”.
@@drstevenhassan Same last name with varied spelling of the founders of the Fed. Res. Bankers. (who worked with traitor Hamilton)
You should do a podcast on the Supreme Court and Opus Dei...
A frightening cult with the protection of a religious affiliation.
I'm a Roman Catholic and can't believe this cult is in the Church and the insane founder was canonized!!
I was raised Roman Catholic. There was a whole lot they didn't tell us.
You do not?
I am a catholic in a diocesis that has an Opus Dei numerary as a bishop.
I have protected young people of being manipulated religiously. It outrageous how they do it. With lots of smiles, "I am just concerned of your spiritual growth" -frases and promises of getting in the succesful circles in prestigious universities.
If you like successful people and think educated, religious people cannot commit an evil deed you'll easily fall prey of Opus Dei.
So if this doesn't make you question your faith, what would?
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Escrivá the FOUNDER should be decanonized. He is not an example, he was a narcissist
From the bowels of Opus Dei to Project 2025, Be very careful who you vote for.
Yes, wish more people were aware of this to prevent us from living in a corrupt theocracy.
It’s a tough decision: either this that you mentioned or going toward Marxism … “for me and my house, we will serve the Lord”
Lots of people are. This is why they ignore project 2025, the heritage foundation and Kevin Roberts.
Trump doesn't seem like he even understands what Opus Dei is. But who knows.
Opus Dei is not about God, but about power -this is as old as the Church itself.
I can see that they are very strong in their faith.
Even stronger still is the pursuit and attainment of Power to further their ends.
@@princebonnie1357it's evil though. How do people not see Opus Dei as evil?
I didn't know you had a channel. Hooray!!!
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Steven, do you have any comments about the town of Ave Maria, FL outside of Naples, FL, started by Tom Monaghan ( founder/former owner of Dominos Pizza,) which is centered around a Catholic Church and has a University, and law school - Ave Maria University. I believe it's Opus Dei.
Please go to my website, freedomofmind.com, put Opus Dei in the search box. I know I have a link to a list of different fronts and conenctions created by someone who researches Opus Dei
It's not. There are some OD members involved, which makes sense because it's a bunch of conservative Catholics. But it is not run by or affiliated with OD in any official or meaningful way.
They never use a religious name in thei centres and initiatives. Not saints or apóstoles names.
@@wkom33 thanks. The Donahues are also here in Naples. Very connected to the Vatican, conservative and very wealthy. Any OD connection there?
@@marthasimons7940 no idea, I don't live in that area and I've never heard that name. But I've been out for more than 20 years now. There are plenty of wealthy rightwing Catholics who have nothing to do with OD. But certainly many are attracted to OD because it doesn't challenge their appetite for power and money, and it serves as a conduit for them to connect with other like-minded people.
Every episode you present is so helpful #DrStevenHassan
Thank you!
@@drstevenhassan #DrStevenHassan I saw the massive bookshelf behind you and I really badly just want to see the books!
It's massive and probably has a wealth of incredibly good books. Could you consider creating a showcase or sending a link to any collections?
I also saw your unique published books and intend to buy them as well. Thanks!
Thank you gentlemen for this information.
Our pleasure!
I am looking forward to receiving Gareth Gore’s Book as I have pre-ordered it.
It must be personal satisfying to be vindicated by Gore’s revelations.
I appreciate you so much myself, Steven, as your work and particularly your humanity, empathy and personal experience inside a Cult have helped me to make peace with my own experience within a Cult.
In my case it was a Political Cult. I only realised after I left that it was a Cult and how I had been targeted, love bombed, manipulated, isolated from my friends and family and brainwashed. I will always be grateful to my Father for helping me get out.
There are more than 400 books about it. Opuslibros have gathered them and offer them for free in their web.
Surprised no discussion about JD Vance and many judges in the Supreme Court as well as lower courts. Maybe there are so many Opus Dei in our government there wasn't enough time to cover them all.
Also Amy Barrett
@@anastasia2024asiayou have no idea how opus dei are in all governments around the world. OD wants a one world religion. They are ultra right. Frances is just as bad untra left. Frances also wants one world religion.
Regnum Christi was also a cult. I reported them but no bishop would do anything for 10 years.
There are many cults in the catholic church.
Are any Supreme Court justices associated with Opus Dei?
Yes. Several. And JD Vance is OD as well =\
seriously ? a better question is are there any that are not ? first of all - of the 9 supreme court judges Im pretty sure 7 are catholic - of various degrees. Thomas, and Alito are closest to being Opus dei - I don't think they are known to be fully on - but Leonard Leo - who has recomended all the conservative judges runs the catholic center in DC - he is Opus Dei . Bill Barr is Opus Dei . there are a lot more within the Heritage foundation and assorted republican think tanks
Alex Acosta is also with Opus, which imo might just explain how Jeffrey Epstein was given the extremely light sentence in Florida years ago. OPUS has always been very secretive and Jeffrey Epstein reportedly liked to film everything, which might explain how he accumulated his wealth. The Argentina story is very similar to what happened in Florida and how those girls from poor families were lured in.
Thank you. Watching from Alaska.
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Finally: Opus Dei
Been studying this for decades.
Good to hear from you!
Amy Coney Barrett, John Roberts, Clarence Thomas, Brett Kavanaugh, Samuel Alito???
William Barr is a member of Opus Dei. His father hired Jeffrey Epstein as a math teacher at a private school in NYC
#AlexandriaOcasioCortez Just filed Articles of Impeachment against Alito and Thomas 😡🤮
It's Time 👏
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Barrett has been involved in another cult, The People of Praise- but linked
Bill Barr supposedly has ties. Catholic Charismatics are cult like as well. I only like Jesuits, Contemplative orders. I'm a liberal Catholic.
@@drstevenhassan Until Barrett's SCOTUS nomination women leaders in People of Praise were literally called "handmaidens".
Thank you so much. This was terrific and terrifying at the same time.
Really glad I've found your channel. Subscribed and will be going through your entire back catalogue. Will be sharing your work to others in 🇬🇧
Awesome, thank you!
You're both awesome. Former evangelical, Frank Schaeffer has connected even more to the topic.
I love Frank's channel. I find it tragic that there are groups like this & others who don't recognize the evil they follow & spread. I'm very grateful to have been raised in a thinking Christian home & the Episcopal Church. So much of what people do in the name of Christ is trauma inducing, oppressive & evil.
Yes, I just listened to Frank Schaffer.
Hi Dr Steven, I was raised in an Opus Dei environment, I've gone to several Opus schools, studied at the University of Navarra and at IESE. The Catholic Church is conformed by men who - even though they ask to be led by the grace of God - sin very often. It's true that cases of "psychological abuse" can take place, some are very narrow minded, lots of numeraries have a wrong understanding of what a vocation really is and may "brainwash" youngsters into getting into Opus Dei. However, I can also say that lots of members act in very good faith and they simply seek for the good and sanctity in their normal daily jobs without imposing their beliefs on others. Even atheist people I know recognize that their hospitals, universities and schools treat people very well, with extreme respect and humanity, and encourage them to seek for excellency in their lives. I am very very grateful for the friends that I have that are members of Opus Dei: they are very cultured, hardworking and have a simplicity that I admire.
Kind regards,
Marta
Yes and no. There is coercion and mental manipulation, gaslighting and punishment… many people live their lives in fear of leaving Opus Dei in case they go to hell. Many. I know it first hand. I was part of Opus Dei for many years in Spain. I had no idea of the business of the rich and powerful and all these news make sense with the culture I knew inside Opus Dei. Scary
@@yomisma9114 I'm very sorry for what you must have gone through, it must have been very tough. I don't want to downplay the suffering that many have gone through because they must have had a terrible time. However, from the outside, I must say that I have seen some improvements. I also personally know lots of people who have left Opus Dei and now live normal lives without regretting their past (some are married, some are still practicing Catholics, some aren't...). I also find it hard to believe that people with such sophisticated education can be driven to hold the absurd and simplistic belief that if they leave a religious group they're going to Hell.
@@MartaHB_Florencia I also find it very hard to believe that I was one of them and had that kind of blindness. But that’s what happens when you’re in a manipulative narcissistic relationship. And that’s what Opus Dei is in its members. Thank God, after several years living as an addict of Opus Dei, I am mostly free of those mind sets. But I see my family still being driven by that same pattern.
@MartaHB_Florencia Hi Marta! An Opus Dei pr-person, aren't you?
@@vivekapihl5179 hahahah nope! Just a practicing Catholic, Opus Dei is not my spirituality though. :)
Thank you so much for this informative and frightening interview.
Thank you!
Thank you both! The information you're sharing is essential to every single American. Excellent episode!
Josemaría Escrivá was "cannonized" by Pope John Paul II which means the Catholic Church itself is at the heart of the "Cult of Catholicism" no if, ands or buts!
Thank you so much for getting this out for the sake of our country not being controlled by a cult.
Incredible story! Look forward to reading the book when it's released in the UK!
Opus Dei wants very educated members, and they try to get jobs in government, media, judicial because they see those jobs as the most powerful and influential jobs in forming the sociétés they see fit.
All true
There are also lots of Opus Dei members in "lower class" workstations such as garbage collectors, cooks, janitors, waiters, kindergarten teachers..You can sanctify your job whatever it may be.
All true
@@MartaHB_Florenciathere are, but they like higher jobs because they like the melting theory: if a Christian is on top then they can go down with christianity to everybody beneath
@@mlcarnelli Having influential position does not necessarily mean that you want to dominate the world and abduce everyone into getting into your religious Catholic group. hahaha Again, I acknowledge that there can be of morons in OD as you can find them anywhere but many OD members simply want to do their best at their jobs, help others and lead by example. The fact that they hold different religious views than you does not immediately make them bad people.
I was born in Buenos Aires, my grandparents were Catalans who were opposed to Franco, so Opus Dei was always a subject that popped up often at the diner table. When my parents immigrated I was 9 and in all my years here, this is the second time I hear it mentioned. They installed, and protected Franco and I hear they had a hand with Mussolini. Now, let's talk about Lenard Leo and the Federalist Society... Who do you think might have had a heavy hand in choosing our current corrupt Supreme Court... Yeah. Thank you so much for your work exposing them.
OpusD still have their bank, La Caixa. Is Gore informing about this? Santander too
I was raised in the Opus Dei. They received a lot of money from my parents. My siblings and I went without college and very little financial help.
very true about all religious organizations and we've all been snookered at some point in our religious life. Sorry about your parents getting the full court press for money that should have gone to their own kids....I'm sure the mind control is over the top.
Pre-ordered the audio book. Thank you Steven!!!
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Such important information…. Thank you for putting your voice to this horrific cult!!
You are a Beautiful Human Being, Steve.
Thank you for everything that you are doing to help people leave Cults and to raise awareness about how Cults operated.
I particularly appreciate the fact that you never use disparaging language directed at Cult Members. You know personally how unhelpful and shaming this is. I wish more people who spoke about the MAGA Cult members would do the same. If they did I am sure that more will leave
As a non practicing Catholic (I prefer to call myself a Christian these days) I find it so disturbing that Pope John Paul II made Josemaría Escrivá a Saint and that Pope Francis has not excommunicated Opus Dei even though he knows how problematic they are and also that Opus Dei consider him Satanic
Is it another case of “Follow the Money” to find an explanation
Excellent interview! I'm listening to the audiobook now!
Hope you enjoy it!
Opus dei in rhe US is called THE FAMILY, THE GATHERING, OR as in Spain THE SYNDICATE
Correct! Thank you for the addition.
Fascinating!
Opus Dei cash machine nowadays is La Caixa bank. And some firms. Find out who financed the university catedraof president Sánchez wife: la caixa and Reale seguros. Find out who is Isidro Fainè and the CEO of REALE
Spot on!!!
So was Ebstein recruited?
Jeffrey Epstein, I learned from Craig Unger in his book, American Kompromat, that Maxwell's father was recruited by Russia and Mossad- do not know if this has been independently verified. But think about it, a major technique for State actors like Russia and China 9and the US, of course) will set powerful people up with underage girls for sex, video tape them and then use it for blackmail to control them...
@drstevenhassan maxwells real estate dealings and MEDIA CONTROL are a story. BILL BARRS daddy, donnie BARR hired 2 time drop out to work at the same private school that rupert murdochs daughter went to school. DONNIE BARR$ book, "SPACE RELATIONS, " is a CHILDRENS BOOK and is allegedly VERY ... weird. I wonder who published that book. WM BARRS mentor is Ed mee$e of heritage foundation fame AND was the guy, under NIXON and Reagan in IRAN-CONTRA. John A$HCROFTS mentor is MEE$E, and a$hcroft came up with deep state PATRIOT ACT, and since 2017 works for qutar as in a MASSIVE PR CAMPAIGN for the country and its "terrori$t image sponser" problem.
@@drstevenhassan It is my belief that this type of sexual activity is one of the main reasons many join these elitist cults. They are not, victims, however. They know well-beforehand that they will be videotaped.
@@drstevenhassan I was used in trafficking, child porn and government MK Ultra/Monarch trauma based mind control/programming, through Freemasons, for decades, starting from when I was "adopted" at age 14 months. I saw A LOT and was trafficked to some of the most powerful, elite men. Most people wouldn't believe what I experienced.
@@drstevenhassan It was also a well used technique for the Mob - it was a way to get leverage over important people - was to put them in compromising positions - have it recorded and use that to extort the target. It also happenned to be Donald Trump's mentor Roy Cohn's favorite tactic . I have read that he would regularly rent a few suites in some of the more luxurious hotels in Manhattan - and have sex parties. - and he would record them . J Edgar Hoover and Cardinal Spellman were regulars.
What is the purported "chariatable work" that these nonprofits (AKA front groups) conduct? I imagine poverty and pregnancy are two issues they claim to address but I think it's important to know how people are sucked in and to NAME the orgs doing this on-the-sly recruitment too.
So perhaps this is what happened to Clarence Thomas ?OMG
They went after him deliberately.
Wow!
I think what makes OD a somewhat different cult is that many, I’d say the majority of members are well planted in government
Really terrifying.
Dr. Hassan, I have a sister immersed in Mormonism. If I give her something that has the word cult in it, she rejects it immediately. But if you can maybe do or if you've already dine a video on coercive control and what all the methods of cults without mentioning the word cult, I'd love to share it.
courses.freedomofmind.com/courses/recovery-after-mormonism-workshop
They are having MASS WEDDINGS in AFGHANISTAN these days. It looks like 1974 madison Square Garden in the videos.😮
33:23 which cult is the ‘useful idiot’, lol 🤯
The Russian version of Opus Dei no doubt
Cool video, important, too. Unfortunately I am mostly familiar with them through The Da Vinci Code 😅
JD Vance, the Catholic who led thev2025 Project.
In any spiritual or religious group I once joined,I have now let go of all religions and most new age stuff I always noticed the behaviour A lot of vampires there energy grabbers .A few sincere searchers in all of it.sad to say😢
I am pretty that another “Prophet” will emerge within Opus Dei’s ranks who will announce that they received a message either from Saint Josemaría Escrivá or directly from God so that they can then justify making changes to Opus Dei which suit the Elite within Opus Dei
Oprah gave us Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz.
I bought your book am reading it now. Horrific cult.
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Sounds like pure evil to me. The whole idea of ‘selecting’ the right people is so scary
Is this Banco popular the same one operating in Puerto Rico????
@@dalifeliciano5637 no it’s a different one. Banco popular doesn’t exist anymore. It went broke several years ago when Luis Vals died and his brother took over.
Is Amy Coney Barrett part of this as well?
She is part of The People of Praise, a similar cult that is connected to Opus Dei.
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If only this kind of thought control and manipulation could be taught about in the schools so that people could have more discrimination. The fact that so many have fallen for the MAGA movement is an indication to me that we need to make changes in our educational system. Sadly, if Trump wins this coming election, he plans to follow Project 2025 and take over the educational system in a way that will finish us off.
Opus dei also has its tentacles in the supreme court.
pity gareths audio is so horrible.
I thought the interview was about the author. One experience of yours would’ve been enough with the rest of the interview. I’m at questioning him about his book.
Its his interview. There are mano others armando Gareth and his book everywhere. Go get them!
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The syndicate
Republican & patriot voting ALL BLUE. 🇺🇸🔵 Country & Constitution over an OD party.
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Odd, the Pope has to make 'recommendations' to these clowns. Given he is supposed to be God's voice on earth, he should be giving orders, and they should listen or be removed and their wealth repossessed.
Opus Dei thinks that Pope is satanic? If you’re trying to convince me that they’re the bad guys, you’re not starting out on good note. 😂
plenty of awful people hate other awful people. it's one thing they are exceptionally good at
I desire for people to think for themselves and provide information that I have found credible and reliable- but I could be wrong on something. OD think the current Pope is way to liberal- speaking about global climate warming, or wishing to neutralize Opus Dei control in Catholic church
@@drstevenhassan Agreed. The current Pope is far better than any previous popes, however, the position of pope is inherently one of undue influence. This is a person who is apprently closest to God of all mortals. That is ripe for abuse. The entire history is built on undue influence.
But quite aside from the religious aspect, I wanted to point out the illogic of "the enemy of my enemy is my friend" in the original commenter's thinking
@@drstevenhassan Pope Francis is my favorite Pope, the first Jesuit into Catholic social teaching. Believes in Science. Loves Mercy walks humbly. ST Francis Patron Saint of the environment and animals.
Obviously, Opus Dei would far rather have a Borgia.
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Organised religion making sense out of nonsense.
No! Can’t finish 1st chapter. Too much rambling. I have a life. Data,facts, etc. All the fluffy stuff ... NO!
So this back when popes had wives and children....😮😮😮😮???.?
Oh like last week? Hey im confused...😮😮😮
Bunch of lies from a journalist that just needs some clickbaits for money.
Trump 2024
Its the Christian thing to do.