In episode 652: Ancient Dogmen, Seth Vandebrooke joins for a mind blowing show, in which he unravels the untold history of the Cynocephali, or dog-headed men, in a captivating exploration that spans over 3,300 years. He dives into the depiction of these creatures on the 16th-century Piri Reis map and scrutinizes ancient texts that debate their human or animal nature. Seth discusses how these beings are one of the most thoroughly documented cryptids, connecting them to the Nephilim of biblical lo...
May 16, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 651: Expedition Bigfoot With Russell Acord, Russell and Tony dive into the transformative encounters he's had with fans at various conferences, sharing how these encounters have a profound effect on their lives. On "Expedition Bigfoot," he explores the adrenaline-filled adventures of filming in untamed wildernesses, capturing the essence of mystery and danger that comes with the terrain. Russell passionately advocates for a humane approach to researching cryptids, insisting that it's ...
May 14, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast On Episode 260: Ghosts, Aliens, Bigfoot, and Enoch, we talk to two different people about their experiences. First, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss on the show, Karl shares with us about a Victorian-era entity he used to see, as well as what seems to be an extraterrestrial encounter. This leads to a conversation about abductions and even bigfoot. Following Karl’s interview, we speak to Emma who was visited by a shadow man for upwards of six years, and whose encounters would last for ...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Blurry Creatures , Ninjas Are Butterflies , Expanded Perspectives and The Confessionals join forces to discuss the inception of Squatchella, a unique festival celebrating the world of paranormal podcasts. They get into the quirky beginnings of this concept, how it came to life, and the spirit of collaboration among different podcasters. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humorous anecdotes, showcasing the camaraderie and creativity within the paranormal podcast co...
May 10, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 650: Cryptid Kin Connection, Steven recounts a spine-chilling encounter with a cryptid during a hunting trip, including harrowing tales from the woods, a lethal encounter involving a dog, and a mysterious Bigfoot-like entity stalking him. He then explains the experiences of Janice Carter, who asserts ongoing interactions with Bigfoot on her family’s land and describes the familial relationship that Janice and the Bigfoot have. Steven then pivots to broader Bigfoot research, touching o...
May 09, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 649: Lilith and The Fallen, Bo, from The Bump Podcast, dives into the mystifying legend of Lilith, a figure steeped in demonic lore and occult mysteries. Historically referenced in arcane sources like the Zohar and the Babylonian Talmud, Lilith's narrative intertwines with the saga of the Fallen, or Watchers—celestial beings who defied the heavens by mating with mortal women, imparting to them esoteric wisdom and advanced technologies. Portrayed as a succubus, a vampire, and the sinis...
May 07, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this reloaded episode of The Confessionals, we revisit a monumental moment with special guest Wes Germer from Sasquatch Chronicles. Coming right off the world premiere of the new documentary "Sasquatch and the Missing Man," starring Wes Germer himself, this episode takes on an extra layer of excitement and significance. Wes shares his intense Bigfoot encounter, shedding light on the mysterious world of Sasquatch. His appearance not only marks a celebration of our podcast’s journey but also ho...
May 06, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.co/sasquatch Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss Description: Tony Merkel and his film crew venture to the scene of the terrifying Bigfoot encounter that launched Wes Germer's massive podcast Sasquatch Chronicles, uncovering a mystery far more shocking than anything they could have imagined....
May 05, 2024•1 min•Transcript available on Metacast This was an episode of @Myfamilythinksimcrazy where I joined Mark to talk about many things from projects I've worked on, to the crazy journey of my life, and much much more! It was a great conversation and I'm happy to share it with you all! Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.co/sasquatch Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss...
May 04, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 648: Red Portal Book, Hunter shares an incredible story that will have you on the edge of your seat. While exploring an abandoned house, Hunter and his friends stumble upon a hidden room teeming with ancient books. Their discovery of a mysterious red book marked by a four-leaf clover, hidden within the pages, unleashes a sinister sequence: images of a young girl stalked by a shadowy figure in a meadow fill its pages, igniting a palpable dread. If that were all, it would still be an ee...
May 02, 2024•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 647: Territory Of The Beast, Wes Germer from Sasquatch Chronicles, and Tony begin the show with a discussion on 'Sasquatch and the Missing Man', the new Merkel Media documentary, which centers around Wes' bone chilling story. They explore hair-raising encounters with creatures like Bigfoot and Dogman, particularly a thrilling story from Provo, Utah. They speculate on the interdimensional origins of these beings, connecting the dots with global folklore and the mysterious metallic soun...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast We will be bringing on Adriel who has had demons and angels visiting him! This is not something new but rather something that started in his childhood and continues through his life! Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.co/sasquatch Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA sh...
Apr 29, 2024•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 646: Taken To Other Realms, Colin shares his experiences of being taken to other realms and undergoing operations and upgrades for an upcoming war. These experiences began after taking mushrooms and hearing a voice telling him to quit his job and give himself to God. Colin then describes encounters with a blue entity and bald men in white coats during his mushroom trips. He also mentions feeling the presence of a demonic person in his life. Colin has been going to church and praying c...
Apr 25, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 645: Salish Sasquatch, John and Sara Brown discuss their experiences with Sasquatch on their property, which has been in John's family for generations. They share stories passed down from John's grandfather and other neighbors who have also encountered Sasquatch. Sara describes her first encounter with a foul smell and whistling sounds on the property, followed by sightings of a Sasquatch. They discuss their experiences with audio recordings and thermal imaging, including a notable th...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 319: The Monster Outside My Window, we are joined by Derrick and Tayler. Derrick begins the show by describing his experience with a creature that approached his window one night while he was sleeping. After researching what he witnessed outside, Derrick concluded that he had seen a Rake. When he told his stepbrother about the encounter, his stepbrother revealed he had seen the same creature, but called it “the monkey man." After Derrick’s story, we talked with Tayler, who reached out...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 644: Trauma To Triumph, Carly shares her story of growing up in a tumultuous family environment and experiencing paranormal and demonic influences. She discusses the importance of acknowledging the impact of parental figures on children's lives and the need to address children's imaginations and fears. Carly dives into her early paranormal experiences, including seeing energetic fields and levitating. She also recounts her encounters with dark entities and her experimentation with the...
Apr 18, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 643: Quest For The Ancient Sundial, Brian Jeffrey, from Black Mass Paranormal, joins us in studio to dive into the mysterious and often eerie realm of the paranormal across East Tennessee. He explores unsettling missing person cases like that of Summer Wells and discusses bizarre phenomena such as potential portals and supernatural activities. Brian takes us through personal encounters with inexplicable sounds and sightings in mystifying locales like Black Mountain and Frozen Head. He...
Apr 16, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast On Episode 486: The Dark Holler we are joined by Ward Hiney who is the producer, writer, and director of the hit docu-series called, " Dark Holler ." Ward reached out to me last year to see if I would be interested in reviewing the first episode of Dark Holler, and we struck up a friendship. He became the main videographer for Merkel Media films as he has an extensive background in videography, which includes filming for Glenn Beck at The Blaze . On Episode 486, Ward shares all about Dark Holler...
Apr 15, 2024•2 hr 40 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 642: The White Beast, Nathan recounts his encounters with a creature dubbed the 'white beast' in the Ozarks, detailing two sightings of a large, faceless entity during his teens, similar to an experience his mother had. He differentiates this creature from Bigfoot, adding to a tapestry of paranormal activity in the area, including tales of interdimensional experiences, a lost girl in a cave, and the mystique of owls. These incidents are part of broader paranormal phenomena involving h...
Apr 11, 2024•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 641: The Cern Connection, Larry Ragland joins us to discuss CERN. He dives into the location and significance of CERN in Switzerland, including the presence of underground bunkers and Hitler's artifacts. He explains the demonic nature of CERN, its connection to Davos, along with the invention of the World Wide Web at CERN. Larry then explores the CERN whistleblowers and ponders the purpose of multiple colliders from CERN to Oak Ridge and more. He attempts to explain the mysteries surr...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 240 we speak to Sam who lived in a house full of paranormal activity that progressed in degree the longer she lived there. When Sam was 17, she and her mother moved into an old and creepy house. Over time, weird things started happening. First, it was the creepy feeling of someone watching her. Then Sam's friend told Sam she was getting "felt up" at night whenever she slept over. Eventually, whatever was behind the paranormal activity started to mess around with anyone who came to tha...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 640: Among Hidden Realms, Cameron unveils his extraordinary abduction experience alongside other baffling occurrences during that period. He ventures into the realms of alternate dimensions and the pivotal role of telepathy in interacting with extraterrestrial entities. Cameron then explains how this profound experience has reshaped his life and even ponders the significant ramifications of unveiling such truths. Throughout the episode, Cameron navigates a myriad of topics encompassin...
Apr 04, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 639: Dreamscape Warfare, Vicki Joy Anderson explores sleep paralysis and astral projection, clarifying misconceptions and emphasizing the astral realm's significance. She addresses misinformation and controversy, sharing personal experiences that highlight astral projection's visual aspect and its connections to spiritual encounters and ailments. Vicki discusses dreams' role as spiritual windows, the importance of confronting fears, and spiritual warfare's reality in sleep. She unders...
Apr 02, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast On Episode 13, Abe shares how his encounters with a witch doctor at two years old altered his life forever, and may have set off paranormal experiences for years to come. The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: https://www.merkel.media/stream-now Watch Expedition Dogman: https://bit.ly/3CE6Kg0 AFFILIATES Prepare with ...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 638: Averted Abduction, James shares his harrowing and mystical experiences, beginning with a night that nearly changed his life forever when a blinding light attempted to abduct him, only to be thwarted by his father's quick actions and prayers. This encounter marked the beginning of a series of paranormal encounters, including the terrifying sighting of a Dogman, a creature resembling a wolf standing on its hind legs, peering through his window—a sight that left him both horrified a...
Mar 28, 2024•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 637: Soul Trappers, Fringe shares her experiences with alien abductions, MK Ultra, and encounters with demonic entities, discussing their interconnections. She recounts her journey from childhood in foster care, marked by her family's involvement in occultism and human trafficking, to her realization of a cosmic struggle involving her soul. Fringe explores the origins of demonic oppression, the link between human trafficking and dark forces, and the generational aspects of abductions....
Mar 26, 2024•2 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast On Episode 154: Abductions Stopped by Jesus, we sit down with MUFON Investigator Joe Jordan. Joe started out as a typical investigator, looking into people's reports of unidentified flying objects. But then, Joe began to come across cases of people being abducted by an unknown force. What is even more unusual is that he has collected well over 100 cases of these abductions that were stopped abruptly when the abductee claimed the name of Jesus Christ in the process of being abducted. The Confessi...
Mar 25, 2024•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 636: Demon at Forest Heights, Colin shares several paranormal experiences he had throughout his life. He recounts an encounter with an angel that saved his brother from a car accident, a terrifying experience with a demonic presence in an abandoned building, a strange entity he saw in his neighborhood, a bizarre encounter with an unidentified being, and an investigation of an abandoned building rumored to be involved in a cult activity. Colin shares his experiences with the occult, in...
Mar 21, 2024•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 635: Summoning The Demon, we are joined by Alan and Evan DiDio, discussing their experiences at the Armed Conference 2023 and the impact of the information that was shared there. Tony then introduces Alan DiDio's new book, "Summoning the Demon: AI, Aliens, and the Antichrist," exploring the convergence of artificial intelligence, transhumanism, biblical prophecies, and the potential modern-day resurgence of Nephilim. Alan emphasizes the church's need to engage with these topics, consi...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast On today's show, we are joined by Joe to talk about many paranormal experiences he's had throughout his life. It all starts off with him and his friends finding an abandoned house that was haunted and what happens when they decide to explore it. The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: https://www.merkel.media/stream-n...
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