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In episode 731: Unseen War Across Bloodlines, Derek joins for a mind-bending journey into his past, the supernatural forces that have stalked his family, and the bloodline curses that refuse to let go. Raised in a broken home, Derek wrestled with lucid dreams from childhood, nightmarish encounters that seemed more real than dreams should be. But the deeper he dug, the more disturbing the truth became—generational iniquity, Masonic ties, and an unseen presence that never stopped watching. He then shares the story of a woman he knows who has had multiple encounters with Dogman, one that attacked her and another that seemed to help. Scars remain, both physical and spiritual, but they raise even bigger questions: UFO sightings, strange dream realms, and the possibility of ancient agreements still at work today. The question isn’t whether something is watching—it’s what happens when you finally see it. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In episode 730: Hollywood, Deception, and the End-Times Agenda, Tony sits down with Pastor Todd Coconato for a raw and powerful conversation about faith, survival, and the unseen battles shaping our world. Todd shares his shocking testimony of leaving behind a dark Hollywood lifestyle, only to be stabbed nine times in a brutal attack, an event that led to a life-altering encounter with God. They also dive deep into Hollywood’s underbelly, the spiritual warfare lurking behind the entertainment industry, and the growing hunger for truth in a world filled with deception. The discussion takes a wild turn into UFOs, abductions, and whether an ancient, supernatural intelligence is manipulating world events. Are we on the verge of a great awakening, or are we being led into one of the greatest deceptions in history? Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer Todd Coconato Youtube | Instagram | Website OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In Episode 460: The Tennessee Triangle, we are joined by author Donna Hartley! Donna recently published the book Historic Haunts of Sumner County, Tennessee in which she documents the strange happenings in an area that makes up a mysterious triangle of paranormal activity. This triangle stretches from the Bell Witch Cave to the Cragfont House, and down the Long Hollow Pike. Inside its borders, there is a tendency for bizarre occurrences to be the norm! She also tells us about the things that happened in her own house that seemed to be spawned by the writing of this book. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer Donna Hartley's Book: https://amzn.to/3RBcUUf

In episode 729: Portal To Hell In Ada Ohio, Justin from Cryptids of the Corn pulls back the curtain on his childhood home, an unholy place where something dark refused to let go. A house gifted to his family, yet cursed from the start. Footsteps echoed through empty rooms, doors slammed without warning, and a shadowy presence loomed over his bed at night. The deeper his family dug, the more they uncovered: ritual papers hidden in the walls, a serpent-handled knife buried behind plaster, and a force that grew violent as they tried to escape. Even after they left, the house continued its dark work, changing hands eleven times in ten years; each owner running from the unseen horrors within. The question isn’t why the house is haunted, but what it’s guarding. And whether it will ever let go. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer Cryptids of the Corn: Apple | Spotify | Website OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In episode 728: Spider Crawling Bigfoot and The Cabin With Dark Secrets, TJ shares firsthand encounters with something beyond the realm of normal Bigfoot lore. Towering figures watching from the treeline, deep, unearthly whoops echoing through the night—but the real terror? A Sasquatch that doesn't walk but crawls, moving low to the ground like a massive, inhuman spider. Reddish fur, forearms thick as a man’s legs, and intelligence lurking behind its eyes. However, that’s just the beginning. Strange footprints under windows, guttural chatter from unseen mouths, and a primal force in the woods that seems to choose who gets to see it. Is this an undiscovered creature, a spiritual entity, or something far older than we can comprehend? When the forest comes alive, you’ll wish you weren’t there to see it. Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer Joel Thomas: linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Cryptids of the Corn: Apple | Spotify | Website OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Tonight Matt shares his account of dating a girl in high school who decided to play with an ouija board while he was visiting. He describes what occurred and how the event got personal very quickly! Later he brings his wife on the show to share the time she experienced a haunting in a church they attended. When she confronted the pastor about it, he confirmed that the church was indeed cursed! Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel

Last night, I went live to break down the plane crash in Philadelphia as it happened—just two days after another crash in D.C. I scrolled through X (formerly Twitter), reacting to breaking footage, eyewitness reports, and theories in real time. What I Covered: 🔹 Live updates and raw video from the scene 🔹 The strange pattern of multiple aircraft incidents within days 🔹 Theories on remote aircraft control, modern warfare, and potential connections 🔹 Chatting with listeners as we tried to make sense of it all With so much happening in the skies, is this just a tragic coincidence, or is there something bigger at play? Listen in as I process this in real-time, and let me know your thoughts. 🎟️ Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join 📱 The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ 🎥 Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com 🧢 Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com

In episode 727: Voices In The Dark, Tony sits down with Donnie to explore a fascinating series of paranormal experiences that span from childhood encounters with shadowy, cat-eared humanoid beings to eerie events in various homes throughout his life. Donnie shares the story of his investigation into Mary Jane’s grave, where he and friends witnessed strange occurrences, including a malfunctioning radio and photos filled with mysterious orbs. They also discuss the chilling sensations Donnie experienced while living in a remote house and the unsettling feeling of being watched by Native American spirits. Their conversation takes a turn as Donnie recounts two UFO sightings involving black triangle-shaped crafts, diving into the possibility that these sightings might be linked to advanced military technology. A gripping exploration of the paranormal, personal experiences, and UFO encounters you won’t want to miss! Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In episode 726: The Bennington Triangle, Tony is joined by Derek Olson of Stargate Voyager to unravel the mysteries of The Bennington Triangle, one of the most bizarre and unsettling locations in America. From five unexplained disappearances in just five years to Bigfoot-like creatures, eerie lights, and a legendary rock that swallows people whole, this conversation digs deep into centuries of paranormal activity in Vermont’s Glastonbury Mountains. Derek shares shocking historical accounts of mysterious vanishings, including those of a hunter who disappeared without a trace, a man who vanished from a moving bus, and an eight-year-old child whose last words hinted at something calling him to the mountains. They also discuss ancient megalithic structures, eerie geomagnetic anomalies, and whether The Bennington Triangle could be a paranormal vortex or even a portal. If you love Missing 411 cases, ancient mysteries, and high strangeness, you won’t want to miss this episode on The Bennington Triangle! Become a member for ad-free listening, extra shows, and exclusive access to our social media app: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer Derek Olson: Website: https://megalithicmarvels.com Instagram: @stargatevoyager YouTube: @Stargate_Voyager OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Spinning YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In Episode 301: When Orb Witnesses Die,  Michael joins The Confessionals to discuss some pretty bizarre experiences. It seems UFOs have been a significant part of his life, having seen them both as a child and as an adult. But the oddest one of them all came when he, his wife, and their friends witnessed a large orb that left them stunned. Following the sighting, three of the people who witnessed the orb ended up dying untimely deaths! Since then, Michael and his wife have been wondering if they may be next. Also this week, we are launching a brand new section on the membership website called "Overtime!" While I was having my conversation with Michael, it became clear that our conversation was nowhere near finished after the first hour of the show. We continued for another hour, creating the very first “Overtime!” segment. In this new special feature, we polish off the conversation about Michael’s UFO experiences, and then dive into a strange occurrence on his property: After his dog had puppies, Michael would come home to find some of them missing. Every time, he would go looking for them in the woods only to find them, in different locations, lying next to a pile of sawdust and mushrooms. He and I venture into what was happening and shed some light on the situation! Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer

In episode 725: Rise Of The Underworld, KC joins to share her experiences, which challenge the fabric of reality. From slipping through time on a routine drive to being drawn into realms of strange, living energy, her story unfolds like a waking nightmare. Encounters with ancient beings, cryptic messages, and a connection to the Mayan death bat deity hint at forces far older than we understand. KC’s journey raise an  unsettling question: Are these events mere coincidences, or part of a larger, darker design?  Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com The Confessionals Social Network 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 SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Jekyll Island YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Jake Barber dropped bombshell information last night in the growing movement of UAP and alien disclosure. But he’s not the first to reveal these details. Others have come before him, and their stories intersect just beneath the surface.  Female entities are appearing to people, presenting themselves as God or the Holy Spirit. And because these encounters feel undeniably real, those experiencing them are accepting what they’re told as truth.  But what if there was someone—long before the disclosure movement, even before the Roswell crash—who had an intriguing connection to what’s happening today? Could this person from over 100 years ago help define what we’re witnessing now?  Join Tony and ‪@LarryRagland‬  as they think out loud. Subscribe to Larry: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCezV0zVNjQOqFyi72klEUgg Sponsors: Merkel Media Apparel: https://merkmerch.com/ Merkel Media Films: https://merkelfilms.com/

In episode 724: The Liminal Spaces, Tony sits down with Vicki Joy Anderson and Joel Thomas to unravel the mysteries of portals, astral abductions, and the unseen war waged in the supernatural realm. From secret experiments and cube-shaped gateways to encounters with entities that manipulate reality itself, this episode pushes the limits of what we think we know. But the stakes are far higher than just curiosity—this battle isn’t just theoretical. It’s real, it’s personal, and it’s happening now. Are you prepared for the war you can’t see? Vicki Joy Anderson Website: vickijoyanderson.com Book: lamarzulli.net Joel Thomas: linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - ShutUp N Drive YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

Matt comes on the show to share about his time as a child living in his mother's haunted house. As time went on he experienced your typical haunting noises to seeing poltergeist activity happen more than one would like. But it all culminated to an experience that was unexpected and petrifying when an unnatural head appeared outside of his room and showed him more attention than he could handle. Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer

In episode 723: Aliens, Bigfoot, and Secrets Beneath The Lake, Matt takes us deep into the shadowed heart of California’s wilderness, where the line between reality and myth blurs. A creature’s arm tears through the brush, a canoe is lifted by something ancient beneath the water, and local lore whispers of portals and supernatural guardians. Matt’s stories don’t just stem from his own encounters, they’re woven into a family legacy of UFO sightings, abductions, and dark mysteries hidden in plain sight. As the wilderness closes in, the question isn’t what’s real, but whether you’re ready to believe it. Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Missing YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

We’re excited to announce that the NEW Member App is now available! 🎉 This is not just a podcast app—it’s a brand-new blend of listening and social media experiences designed to connect you with our community like never before! How to Get the New App Head to your Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Either hit “Update” in your app store or uninstall and reinstall the app on your device. Once this is done, the new version of The Confessionals Member App will be ready to go! Login Instructions Open the updated app. Tap “Login with Membership Account.” Enter the same username and password you used to sign up on our website. It’s that simple! You'll be seamlessly connected to all the new features, including: ✔️ Posting on your personal profile page and sharing updates with your followers ✔️ Commenting directly on episodes and other members' posts ✔️ Joining group discussions to dive deeper into the topics you love ✔️ Direct messaging and group chats to connect with like-minded members This update is exclusively for The Confessionals website members, so make sure you're logged in with your membership account. Got feedback? We’re always listening! 💬 If you have any issues, reach out to us at contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com. Update or reinstall your app today and experience the new direction of The Confessionals!  ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ Tony's new YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@merkelIRL

In episode 722: Doomsday Delivered By Drone, Dr. Drew Miller, a Harvard PhD and retired Air Force Colonel, delivers a chilling warning about the fragile state of society. From collapsing grids to bioengineered pandemics, Dr. Miller paints a grim picture of the threats lurking just beyond the horizon. Drawing on decades of intelligence experience, he explains why lone prepping isn’t enough and unveils Fortitude Ranch—a lifeline for those ready to face the inevitable breakdown of law and order. This episode doesn’t just inform; it confronts the harsh reality of a world on the brink and asks one crucial question: are you prepared to survive? Fortitude Ranch: fortituderanch.com Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Psyop YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In Episode 391: Nightmare Properties, we are joined by Patrick Meechan, who is the author of the books "Nightmare in Holmes County: A Terrifying True Story" and "220 Fifth Street: A Terrifying True Story." Life seemed pretty set for Patrick as he and his wife built their dream home. But it wasn't too long after they moved in that they realized things were not right. Patrick shares a multilayered story with us as he paints the tale of how his new home became plagued with darkness, and who was behind these events. Patrick Meechan Books: Click here: Nightmare in Holmes County: A Terrifying True Story Click here: 220 Fifth Street: A Terrifying True Story Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Bigfoot ft. Tony Merkel YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In episode 721: A Night In The Upside Down, Stacie recounts an eerie night where she and her friends ventured into a mysterious realm. What began as an ordinary outing to a beach turned into a surreal encounter with UFO-like ships, vibrating earth, and strange military-like figures that defied human characteristics. Stacie describes their interaction with a reptilian entity that conveyed haunting truths through a non-verbal, almost telepathic exchange. The group experienced sensations of detachment, missing time, and a profound shift in reality that left their friendships shattered and their lives changed forever. Stacie shares the chilling details of her journey into the unexplained, her confrontation with dark forces, and the extraordinary truths she uncovered about humanity’s hidden connections to these entities. Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Photosynthesis YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

In episode 720: The Battle For Ufology, filmmaker Darcy Weir takes us behind the scenes of his experience at the historic U.S. congressional UFO hearing. As one of the last attendees allowed inside, Darcy witnessed discussions about hybrid programs, reverse-engineering alien technology, and underwater bases tied to UFO lore. Darcy also dives into experiencers suffering radiation sickness from UAP encounters, raising questions about the phenomenon’s impact on human health. He then shares personal anecdotes, brushes with UFO legends, and his thoughts on the slow path of disclosure. This episode unravels the mysteries surrounding UAPs and their intersection with science, government, and the unknown. Darcy Weir: Amazon | Tubi | Instagram Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts List: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/helene-relief Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com 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 AFFILIATES Go Silent with SLNT Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/clXuRY5 EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals UNCOMMON GOODS: uncommongoods.com/tony GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter MAILING ADDRESS: Merkel Media 257 N. Calderwood St., #301 Alcoa, TN 37701 SOCIAL MEDIA Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/theconfessionals/ Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast Tony's Instagram: tonymerkelofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Produced by: @jack_theproducer OUTRO MUSIC Tony Merkel - Secrets in the Hearing