

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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Oct 2, 2025 • 17min
Members Preview | 797: Gang-Stalked by a Satanist
What if the people following you weren’t just people at all? Andrea recounts a year of escalating gang-stalking so intense she feared leaving her home, cars trying to run her off the road, strangers attempting to open her door, and a man who posed as a fellow “targeted individual” only to vanish in the woods and then astral project into her bedroom a week later with demons laughing all around. This wasn’t paranoia; she describes magic tricks, coded hand signals, and an attack so violent she became physically ill for days. Against this backdrop of spiritual warfare and deception, childhood visitations, a wizard-like figure pulling her into another realm, psychedelic glimpses of the fairy world; Andrea reaches a breaking point and cries out to Jesus, triggering the most life-altering experience of her story.
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Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 28min
796: The Cube Portal | The Meadow Project
What if a hidden meadow in the wilderness held more than just trees and grass? In this episode, Tony, Joel, and Ward recount their expedition into a place where cubes of light appeared on thermal cameras, radios crackled with unexplainable interference, and perceptions bent in ways that felt supernatural. From bizarre spiritual attacks to face-melting visions, the crew wrestles with forces that seem intent on deceiving and dividing. Their story reveals a battle between the counterfeit and the true, where even a cube might point to the cross.
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Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com
My New YouTube Channel
Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL
My First Sermon: Unseen Battles
The Meadow Project: Stream Here
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Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com
Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com
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257 N. Calderwood St., #301
Alcoa, TN 37701
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Subscribe to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/2TlREaI
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Discord: https://discord.gg/KDn4D2uw7h
Show Instagram: theconfessionalspodcast
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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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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 11min
RELOADED | 635: Summoning The Demon
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, considering the biblical narrative's relevance to contemporary discussions about AI and alien phenomena. They then highlight a broader spiritual awakening among younger generations, attributed to an increased awareness of the presence of evil in the world, prompting a greater interest in spirituality beyond traditional religious confines.
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Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh
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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
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Evan DiDio
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Merkel Media
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcas
Twitter: @TConfessionals
Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel
Produced by: @jack_theproducer
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Joel Thomas - Joel Thomas
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Sep 25, 2025 • 19min
Members Preview | 795: When Dreams Cross Realms
What if dreams are not just fantasies, but arenas of spiritual warfare? A former MMA fighter reveals a decades-long journey filled with unsettling visions and temptations. He recounts a harrowing encounter where he was dragged before Satan, contrasting it with a radiant meeting with Jesus by the ocean. His experience blurs the lines between physical and spiritual realities, serving as both a testimony and a chilling warning about the unseen battles we face. This tale dives deep into the fight for the soul, leaving listeners questioning the nature of their own dreams.

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Sep 23, 2025 • 2h 24min
794: The Weapon Against Hell
Join renowned worship leader Kim Walker-Smith as she discusses how worship acts as a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. She shares personal experiences confronting witchcraft and emphasizes the importance of intentional worship that shifts spiritual atmospheres. Kim challenges traditional church culture and explores the balance between freedom and control in worship. With compelling testimonies of healing and supernatural encounters, she reveals the transformative impact of praise and the call to mentor the next generation of worship leaders.

Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 18min
RELOADED | 570: The Realm Of The Fallen
Ryan Burns, owner of Space Wolf Research and host of HERO Paranormal, shares his spine-chilling experiences in the mysterious Uinta Basin. He discusses a dramatic skinwalker encounter that ignited his fascination with paranormal phenomena. Ryan explains the concept of 'interface syndrome' influencing researchers and experiencers. He shares accounts of strange canines, UFO sightings, and discusses the evolving protection measures for the land. With insights on curses and the occult, Ryan reveals the ongoing strangeness surrounding his research property.

Sep 18, 2025 • 20min
Members Preview | 793: Dogman at the Doorstep
A chilling childhood tale unfolds with a massive, dog-like creature emerging from the woods in rural Virginia. Jay recounts the terrifying growls and screams that haunted his family, leading them to question reality. Decades later, he reflects on this buried memory, linking it to strange phenomena and the land's eerie history. His story reveals a blend of trauma, folklore, and ancient beings lurking in the shadows, reminding us that not all creatures belong in the realm of the ordinary.

Sep 16, 2025 • 2h 23min
792: The Unified Phenomenon
Nathaniel Gillis, a speaker and researcher in demonology and ufology, explores the unsettling connections between aliens, demons, and cryptids as manifestations of a singular ancient intelligence. He discusses the spiritual war affecting our world and the implications of supernatural entities in shaping humanity’s beliefs and experiences. Gillis also delves into historical cases of possession, the complexities of consciousness, and how modern encounters echo ancient themes. This thought-provoking conversation challenges our understanding of reality and the phenomena we encounter.

Sep 15, 2025 • 59min
RELOADED | 272: The Spirit Observer
Wes recounts his eerie encounters with various entities throughout his travels, prompting a thrilling discussion on whether he's followed by the supernatural or simply possesses a unique perception of it. The stories share chilling moments with gray figures and grotesque creatures, sparking reflections on good versus evil in the spirit realm. Listeners are invited to ponder how emotions influence our experiences with the unknown, culminating in a thoughtful exploration of life's intricate mysteries.

Sep 11, 2025 • 21min
Members Preview | 791: When Demons Invade A Family
What if your own mind was invaded by dark forces? A haunting story unfolds as a father's involvement in a secretive religious group unleashes terrifying supernatural experiences and demonic commands. The tension escalates with an exorcism that reveals names of the entities involved. Alongside this chilling narrative, there's a dive into declassified CIA documents hinting at UFOs and otherworldly beings, intertwining the battle between light and darkness with the mysteries of the cosmos.