

The Confessionals
Merkel Media
The Confessionals is where the unexplained meets raw, firsthand testimony. Through in-depth conversations, we explore encounters with the supernatural, interdimensional phenomena, cryptids, and mysteries that defy conventional understanding. From eerie paranormal activity and chilling Dogman sightings to UFOs, UAPs, and government cover-ups, each episode pulls back the veil on the hidden forces shaping our reality. If you’re drawn to the unknown, step into The Confessionals, where the stories are real and the mysteries are endless.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 15min
Members Preview | 785: Doppelgangers, GATE Secrets, and the Gorilla Dream
Dive into the eerie tales of doppelgangers and explore the mysterious GATE program, where strange activities blur the line between reality and the supernatural. Michelle recounts chilling nights at Spring Villa, filled with ghostly whispers and cryptid encounters. Discover her bizarre gorilla dreams and the unsettling presence of military hybrid rumors. The conversation weaves together the spiritual, conspiratorial, and unexplained in a captivating narrative that both chills and fascinates.

Aug 19, 2025 • 1h 11min
784: The Fallen Angels Dark Gift | Rep. Eric Burlison
Congressman Eric Burlison, an advocate for UFO/UAP disclosure and member of the Oversight Committee, dives into stunning revelations about government secrecy. He explores the potential realities of non-human intelligence and the tension between faith and empirical evidence. Burlison shares anecdotes from military encounters with UAPs, touching on the challenges of investigating them. The discussion also delves into ancient mysteries like the Nephilim, raising questions about archaeology and our understanding of history, while emphasizing the need for transparency and public engagement.

Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 8min
RELOADED | 490: Montauk Project
Christopher Garetano, a writer and filmmaker known for Montauk Chronicles and Strange World, dives into the mysteries surrounding the Montauk Project. He reveals insights about potential mind control experiments linked to Camp Hero and discusses how these themes inspired the Netflix series Stranger Things. The conversation also touches on surreal personal narratives and the ethical considerations in media regarding hidden truths. Garetano’s intriguing findings promise a captivating exploration of historical cover-ups and the implications of creativity in storytelling.

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Aug 16, 2025 • 1h 33min
Slingshot Nation LIVE: The Movement to Slay Giants Has Begun
A powerful movement of giant-slayers is taking shape as listeners dive into discussions of spiritual warfare and community engagement. Stories of divine intervention and personal transformations abound, from harrowing demonic encounters to archaeological findings supporting biblical narratives. The journey spans music to Bigfoot research, revealing profound changes and the resilience of faith. Humor mixes with serious reflections on angels and science, encouraging individuals to confront challenges and inspire change together.

Aug 14, 2025 • 15min
Members Preview | 783: The Night a Demon Glowed Blue
On a frozen winter night in remote Northern Canada, two friends ventured to a deserted golf course for a quiet escape—only to witness something that defied explanation. Out of the pitch-black woods emerged a humanoid figure radiating an intense electric-blue glow, its light flickering between the trees as it moved with unnerving speed. What began as a strange sighting quickly took on a darker meaning, leading to a series of chilling encounters that blurred the line between the physical and spiritual. This is the story of the night a demon glowed blue—and the unseen battle it unleashed.
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Aug 12, 2025 • 2h 36min
782: Shroud of Turin The Evidence That Changes History
What if a centuries-old cloth truly held the face, blood, and story of the most pivotal death in history? After seeing it with your own eyes, could you walk away unchanged? In this riveting account, biblical apologist Doug Powell unpacks the Shroud of Turin, and the lesser known Sudarium of Oviedo, revealing a labyrinth of historical intrigue, forensic detail, and mind-bending scientific puzzles. Medieval power struggles, pollen trails leading back to Jerusalem, and anatomical precision that mirrors the Gospel accounts of crucifixion converge into a body of evidence with startling clarity. With each revelation, the shroud moves out of legend and into the realm of tangible history, carrying the haunting possibility that it may be the very burial cloth of Christ. By the end, the question is no longer whether you believe in the shroud, it’s whether you can ignore what it implies about the Resurrection itself.
Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference!
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Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
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Aug 11, 2025 • 1h 47min
RELOADED | 615: Miami Mall Monsters
In Episode 615: Miami Mall Monsters, we talk about the mysterious happenings at a Miami mall, where reports of otherworldly creatures have sparked a whirlwind of theories and speculation. Amidst the chaos and confusion, witnesses have emerged, seeming to affirm the presence of these entities. Our discussion navigates through the ideas of Nephilim, portals, and esoteric symbolism, as we attempt to unravel the extraordinary events unfolding in Miami. We discuss the depths of occult practices and their potential connection to these surreal occurrences. Theories suggest that Miami's geographic location, close to mystical portals and power zones, might be a focal point for such unusual manifestations. Adding to the intrigue, the alignment of Miami with esoteric hotspots like Antarctica hints at a larger, hidden tapestry of supernatural events. Could the Miami mall be a gateway to other dimensions, or is it a convergence point for ancient forces? Today, we dissect the possible connections between these mysterious sightings and the arcane knowledge of the Nephilim, portals, and hidden symbols.
Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference!
If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890
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Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
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Joel Thomas: linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia
Isaac Weishaupt: allmylinks.com/isaacw
Juan Ayala: www.tjojp.com
Justin England: www.cryptidsofthecorn.com
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
GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony
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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
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas
Twitter: @TConfessionals
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Produced by: @jack_theproducer
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Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 6min
UFOs, Tulsi Gabbard, and the Shroud of Turin: Ancient Proof vs Modern Lies
In this live show, Tony dives into the Shroud of Turin’s renewed spotlight in the media, breaking down why this ancient relic—with its rare blood evidence, radiation imprint theory, and matching burial cloth—might be the strongest physical proof of the resurrection. He then turns to Tulsi Gabbard’s cryptic comments about aliens and the government’s slow, strategic rollout of UFO disclosure, and also comments on his own interview with a congressman who opens up about fallen angel technology (soon to be released). Tony also investigates the “phantom buzz” conspiracy, questioning whether tech companies are silently manipulating users by triggering false vibrations to feed digital addiction.
Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference!
If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890
Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
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
Original Documentaries: merkelfilms.com
Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com
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GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony
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Twitter: @TConfessionals
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Aug 7, 2025 • 18min
Members Preview | 781: Hexes Over Holy Ground
What happens when a pastor inherits a cursed church? After years of mission work in China, Jeremy stepped into a sleepy New Mexico town, only to find himself in a war zone of spiritual darkness. Voices echoed through the sanctuary, demonic figures made threats, and something unseen left claw marks on his throat. From haunted pews to shadowy red-eyed intruders, Jeremy’s story is a chilling collision of ministry and the unrelenting supernatural.
Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference!
If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890
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
Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
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
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
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Joel Thomas - Imposter
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Aug 5, 2025 • 2h 22min
780: Stalked in the Swamp
How do you defend against something you can’t even see? Twenty-five years after a night that changed their lives, David and Derek reunite to finally share the terrifying truth. What began as a late-night coyote hunt in the Mississippi swamps spiraled into a desperate escape from a massive, unseen predator, one that crashed through trees, scaled embankments in seconds, and stalked them for miles... without ever being seen. This isn’t just a story. It’s a warning.
Please pray for Tony's wife, Lindsay, as she battles breast cancer. Your prayers make a difference!
If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890
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
Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
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
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 - Imposter
YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify