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| 873: Aliens, AI & the Occult Plan to Make Man God | Isaac Weishaupt | 23 Jun 2026 | 03:09:34 | |
Isaac Weishaupt joins Tony in studio to trace the ancient roots of today’s push toward artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and the digital matrix. He connects the occult pursuit of hidden knowledge with modern technology’s promise to remake humanity and blur the line between the spiritual and the synthetic. The conversation moves through Gnosticism, ancient Egypt, alchemy, secret societies, UFO disclosure, Silicon Valley ideology, and the recurring temptation for man to become like God. What emerges is a warning that the future being sold as progress may be tied to a much older spiritual agenda. If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 MAILING ADDRESS: SOCIAL MEDIA | |||
| RELOADED | 264: I Saw Death | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:57:20 | |
In Episode 264: I Saw Death, Curtis joins us to share his experiences with the Grim Reaper. He recalls seeing jet black smoke form next to his bed, and then a mysterious hooded figure appeared from within the smoke. Curtis details this experience, and others, with the same entity. He also shares a story of missing time from when he was young and another child - who seemed just “different” - led him away. Eight hours later, he returned without any recollection of where he had been. 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 MAILING ADDRESS: SOCIAL MEDIA | |||
| Bigfoot, Dogman, and the Strange Woods of East Tennessee | Slingshot Nation | 05 Jun 2026 | 01:43:26 | |
East Tennessee has a reputation for strange woods, hidden caves, Bigfoot sightings, Dogman encounters, and unexplained Appalachian legends, but today, we go even deeper. Tony and the Slingshot Nation crew sit down with Ricky to explore bizarre supernatural encounters in the forests of Maryville, Alcoa, Kodak, and the surrounding Tennessee mountains, including a Bigfoot-like creature crawling across a trail on its fingers and toes, possible Dogman activity near the Greenway, eerie cave systems beneath East Tennessee, occult bloodline connections, spiritual warfare, shadow figures, strange knocks on homes, and the chilling idea that something ancient may be moving through the woods after dark. From cryptid sightings to demonic encounters, today we ask one unsettling question: what is really crawling through East Tennessee? If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 🚨 Join Our Exclusive Community If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel Remnant Rising 2.0 Conference Tickets: https://www.hearthewatchmen.com/copy-of-ticket 📕 Pre-order Tony's Book: https://a.co/d/0bJS3SaV 📚 Tony's Recommended Reads: https://slingshotlibrary.com Connect With Us: 📢 FOLLOW US: 📬 Mailing Address: | |||
| RELOADED | 90: From The Ouija Board, The Spirits Come | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:05:06 | |
On Episode 90, our guest Molly shares a number of paranormal events in her life, including stories of the haunted house she grew up in, some interesting occurrences with a ouija board, and her experiences in the famously haunted city of New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles 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 | |||
| CHRISTMAS EVE SPECIAL with Sasquatch Chronicles, Astonishing Legends, Dark Waters, Strange Familiars, Hillbilly Horror Stories and History Goes Bump | 24 Dec 2018 | 01:21:45 | |
Merry Christmas Eve! I was driving around in my truck for work in late November when an idea hit me. As I was thinking about the holiday season and people traveling I thought I would be fun to host a Christmas music special to help people get through their travels for the holidays. And while I was at it, why not have other podcasts co-host with me by reading short scary Christmas stories! Welcome to the first ever Christmas Eve Music Special from The Confessionals! | |||
| 103: The Demonic Realm | 18 Dec 2018 | 02:11:48 | |
We’re kicking off the week before Christmas the right way with a startling new episode! On Episode 103, our guest Justin shares accounts of demonic entities that have haunted him for his entire life. He has endured a number of experiences, including being tormented by a green demon. Justin also touches on the topic of bigfoot, having previously shared his run-in with the cryptid on Episode 248 of Sasquatch Chronicles. On our episode today, Justin touches on the encounter he and his friend had with a bigfoot; one friend, Mike, discussed the same story, but from his own vantage point, on The Confessionals’ Episode 20. ***Please take note, before our interview begins we will address the topic of demon possession by playing some real-life audio recordings of radio hosts who confronted demon-possessed persons over the airwaves. These recordings include an attempted exorcism and may be frightening for younger listeners. Please listen with caution if you have children nearby! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Emergent - Dead Letters | |||
| 102: The Hatman and Angelic Beings | 11 Dec 2018 | 01:37:26 | |
We have a jam packed show for you on Episode 102! First, we play audio from “Ground Zero with Clyde Lewis,” in which Clyde and a caller discuss The Confessionals and Episode 91: The Alien Abducted Time Traveler. Then, we bring on Diane Student from the “History Goes Bump” podcast. Diane tells of her own paranormal experiences, and shares her most favorite historic places that she’s featured on her show. After speaking with Diane, we play a new audio version of our blog post, “The Confessionals Exclusive: Are Old Legend Giants Living in the Modern Day World?”, written by Tony’s wife Lindsay, and narrated by David HaLevy of the “Jew and Gentile Podcast”! The blog shares accounts of giants and Nephilim throughout history, and discloses some insider information about giants in living Afghanistan. Lastly, we bring on guest David to share his run-in with the Hatman, and an encounter he and his family experienced with what they believe was an angel. Enjoy the very full show! | |||
| 101: In Too Deep | 04 Dec 2018 | 02:14:38 | |
On today's show we are happy to have Joe with us! Joe was the producer for the popular paranormal talk radio host and demonologist, Lou Gentile. He shares very eerie experiences he had while working with Lou on the show and how as time went on, Lou seemed to start becoming the demons he was fighting against. He walks us through these experiences including one when he had the opportunity to go searching for bigfoot with Lou and Robert Morgan! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music : ONLAP - ""Whispers In My Head"" ITUNES : https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/onlap/id339918784 (also on AMAZON) SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/album/6cdhj56E1MF3azjkmu7Gv0 (also on DEEZER) YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/user/OnlapMusik FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ONLAP.Official | |||
| 100: Bigfoot Found Them | 27 Nov 2018 | 01:18:20 | |
Episode 100 is finally here and we have a great one planned for you! On Episode 100, we speak with Jami and Jenny, who experienced bigfoot encounters in a very specific part of Pennsylvania. Ever since their encounters occurred, they've attempted to understand what transpired and what they experienced. From bigfoot sightings to bigfoot howls, we cover a lot tpoics on today's show - we even play some haunted forest EVPs that Jami and Jenny recorded in the Allegheny National Forest! Hunt A Killer PROMO Link: www.huntakiller.com/confessionals Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Bazanji - The Runway | |||
| 99: When Angels and Demons Visit | 25 Nov 2018 | 00:49:31 | |
Today is a bonus episode provided by Hunt A Killer! 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! Hunt A Killer PROMO Link: www.huntakiller.com/confessionals Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music : ONLAP - "Fight Like The Devil" ITUNES : https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/onlap/id339918784 (also on AMAZON) SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/album/6cdhj56E1MF3azjkmu7Gv0 (also on DEEZER) YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/user/OnlapMusik FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ONLAP.Official | |||
| 98: The Vortex Portal | 20 Nov 2018 | 01:07:16 | |
On Episode 98: The Vortex Portal, we are joined by Tony's friend Scott, who shares his numerous odd experiences in the Allegheny National Forest. He discusses many unexplainable occurrences, from seeing strange lights in the forest and bigfoot coming in close to his camp, to his most recent experience of what only can be described as some kind of vortex portal that appeared right before him one night! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Bazanji - Fake Friends | |||
| 97: Bigfoot Staring Back At Me | 13 Nov 2018 | 00:58:33 | |
In Episode 97, we bring on guests David and Kim to their individual stories. First, David recounts how one night, while practicing his music up in the mountains, he looked into the rearview mirror of his SUV and saw a face he will never forget - the face of a bigfoot! David also shares a few paranormal experiences that left a deep impression on him. Following David’s interview, guest Kim joins us all the way from Belgium to share his own paranormal experiences, from seeing shadow figures to dating a white witch! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music : ONLAP - "Fight Like The Devil" ITUNES : https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/onlap/id339918784 (also on AMAZON) SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/album/6cdhj56E1MF3azjkmu7Gv0 (also on DEEZER) YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/user/OnlapMusik FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ONLAP.Official | |||
| 96: From Behind The Moon It Came | 06 Nov 2018 | 00:53:52 | |
On Episode 96, we talk with two guests, Rolland and Tristan. Rolland joins The Confessionals to share two of the most impressive UFO encounters we have heard to date! He shares events he witnessed as a child: first, seeing a black sphere, in broad daylight, being chased by fighter jets! He then describes how he and a friend observed an object appear from behind the moon. Following Rolland’s accounts, guest Tristan from Australia shares the story of a friend, whose second son began seeing the specter of his deceased older brother... who had passed away before the second son was even born! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Bazanji - Want The World | |||
| 95: The Roof Walker | 31 Oct 2018 | 01:12:44 | |
Happy Halloween! Today on our Halloween special edition, guest Kasey shares some extreme activity she experienced at her home that left her family terrorized! From footsteps walking on her roof, to seeing door knobs turn, to the police running away screaming for her to call a priest... Kasey has one of those stories that will leave your jaw on the floor! Beware of the roof walker! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music : ONLAP - "Everywhere I Go" ITUNES : https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/onlap/id339918784 (also on AMAZON) SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/album/6cdhj56E1MF3azjkmu7Gv0 (also on DEEZER) YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/user/OnlapMusik FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ONLAP.Official | |||
| When The Grid Chooses AI Over You | Slingshot Nation | 26 Dec 2025 | 01:07:02 | |
Today’s live show dives headfirst into the uncomfortable question no one wants to ask: what happens when artificial intelligence starts consuming more power than the system can handle? As AI data centers explode in size and demand, our already fragile power grid is being pushed to the breaking point, raising serious concerns about rolling blackouts, energy rationing, rising costs, and who ultimately gets prioritized when electricity becomes scarce. We’ll explore how this race for computational dominance could quietly reshape daily life, strain communities, and usher in a very real dystopian future where human needs come second to machines—and whether there’s an off-ramp before the lights go out. 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 If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here 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 | |||
| 94: The Alien, Bigfoot and Time Traveler Experience | 24 Oct 2018 | 01:28:26 | |
On Episode 94, we talk with Angelo, who has some amazing experiences! Angelo begins by sharing a strange incident in which he and his friends witnessed what can only be described as a time traveler emerging through a wall! He then shares his encounter with interdimensional beings that resembled the classic description of Grey aliens. Finally, Angelo concludes his interview with a story about some Bigfoot-related activity! Sit back and listen in - this episode is going to be a blast! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Bazanji - How It Goes | |||
| 93: The Psychic’s Visions | 16 Oct 2018 | 01:27:45 | |
On Episode 93, guest Nick recounts how, at 12 years old, he moved into a brand new home and suddenly started encountering entities. These entities asked Nick for his help, and seemingly opened a gateway to a life of paranormal experiences. As recently as two years ago, Nick’s even developed psychic abilities! He shares details about his newfound abilities and much more on today’s show. Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music : ONLAP - ""Whispers In My Head"" ITUNES : https://itunes.apple.com/fr/artist/onlap/id339918784 (also on AMAZON) SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/album/6cdhj56E1MF3azjkmu7Gv0 (also on DEEZER) YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/user/OnlapMusik FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ONLAP.Official | |||
| 92: The Forest Lights | 09 Oct 2018 | 01:20:43 | |
On Episode 92, we have a two-part show for you! First, guest Tony joins The Confessionals to describe a time when he went hunting and witnessed a very strange light in the woods that captured his undivided attention. Following Tony’s interview, second guest Carey shares the many paranormal experiences she has had throughout her life - and she ups the creepy factor by telling her story from the middle of a graveyard! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 Outro Music: Bazanji - The Runway | |||
| 91: The Alien Abducted Time Traveler | 02 Oct 2018 | 02:16:56 | |
This week, we’re kicking off the month of Halloween the right way with an incredible and frightening Episode 91. In a two-hour interview, Tony Rodrigues shares how as a child, after insulting a fellow classmate whose father was a member of the Illuminati, his life took a terrifying turn: Suddenly, he was abducted by aliens - and kept for 20 years. During his captivity, Tony describes how he was forced into slavery, fought in combat against several races of extraterrestrials, and was satanically abused by his handlers. After serving two decades as a slave, he was returned home... as a child. Tony shares it all in this episode that is not to be missed! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 90: From The Ouija Board, The Spirits Come | 25 Sep 2018 | 01:09:55 | |
On Episode 90, our guest Molly shares a number of paranormal events in her life, including stories of the haunted house she grew up in, some interesting occurrences with a ouija board, and her experiences in the famously haunted city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 89: The Black Mist | 18 Sep 2018 | 01:06:46 | |
On Episode 88, guest Hannah describes her experiences of “something” following her - for her entire life. Beginning with voices and footsteps in the attic of her California house to a black mist manifesting in a room in Nevada, Hannah has encountered something in her own home, her mother’s home, and many places in between. Is it paranormal? Supernatural? Whatever it may be, it has been following Hannah for a long time, and it isn’t done yet. Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 88: CIA 9/11 Whistleblower Susan Lindauer | 11 Sep 2018 | 01:46:04 | |
In Episode 88, we bring to you a very special show that focuses on the devastating terror attacks of September 11, 2001. Today’s episode features an interview with CIA asset Susan Lindauer, who describes how she worked for the CIA leading up to that fateful day, and what role the U.S. government played in the terrible events that transpired. She also shares with us how her disclosure of the truth resulted in her being jailed, without a trial, for 5 long years. Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 87: Bigfoot Stalks Horseback Riders | 04 Sep 2018 | 01:40:41 | |
On Episode 87 - our first official Tuesday release - Charles joins The Confessionals to share his bigfoot sighting. While riding horseback in Texas, he first noticed what looked like a peculiar set of footprints, followed by his horse’s sudden, odd change in demeanor. Only moments later, Charles experienced a sight crossing his path that he’ll never forget - one massive bigfoot! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 86: The Haunted Farmhouse of Gettysburg | 30 Aug 2018 | 01:09:12 | |
On Episode 86: The Haunted Farmhouse of Gettysburg, Dodd joins us to share spooky stories of the farm where he grew up, located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania - one of America’s most haunted cities. After living in the home for some time, Dodd found out that his family farmhouse functioned as a makeshift hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, a compelling discovery that may be the reason behind his eerie experiences! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 85: Lost In The Smoky Mountains | 28 Aug 2018 | 02:00:49 | |
Dan comes on to share about the night he had to spend lost in the Smoky Mountains! He describes the environment he found himself in and then the things he saw has changed his life forever! | |||
| Members Preview | 822: Cop Drives Through Portal Bubble | 25 Dec 2025 | 00:14:29 | |
Retired Alaska State Trooper Richie joins Tony to recount decades of high-strangeness encounters spanning the Arctic and Appalachia. He describes driving through a dome-like anomaly on Alaska’s Dalton Highway where temperatures plunged sixty degrees instantly, along with years of policing inside the Alaska Triangle, an area known for UFOs, Bigfoot, and ancient Native warnings about giant people and underground little people. After moving to Kentucky, Richie encountered massive footprints, wood knocks, forest structures, and a small humanoid being running at impossible speed in broad daylight. He also shares firsthand experiences with demonic manifestations, a clear angelic visitation, and a mysterious woman who appeared to emit light before vanishing. This is a sober, firsthand account from a veteran lawman reporting what he witnessed, while theorizing what he thinks it might be. 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 The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles 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 - Walking In My Skin YouTube | Apple | Spotify | |||
| 84: Occult To Missionary | 25 Aug 2018 | 01:34:56 | |
Tonight, Scott comes on to share about his life growing up with a mother dabbling in the occult and how that affected him and his family. He discusses playing with ouija boards and happened in those moments. Then he transitions to more modern times where he is a Christian and doing overseas missions trips. He talks about seeing demonically possessed people and walks thought those situations! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 83: Bigfoot In Britain | 18 Aug 2018 | 01:13:25 | |
On Episode 83: Bigfoot in Britain, guest Andy McGrath - who originally joined us on Episode 40: Andy McGrath and The Beasts of Britain - comes back to The Confessionals to share an update on bigfoot, sea monsters, and giant flying birds in the United Kingdom! TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionals@theconfessionalspodcast.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel | |||
| 82: Growling Inside The House | 12 Aug 2018 | 01:28:51 | |
Amy join us for a fascinating conversation about her UFO sightings and her haunting experience at the family property!
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| 81: Terror With A Smile | 04 Aug 2018 | 01:08:05 | |
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.
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| 80: Finding More Than Just Bigfoot | 28 Jul 2018 | 01:47:43 | |
Tonight we bring on Eric who has been investigating sightings of not only bigfoot but also, dogman, UFO's and anything strange. Join us as Eric shares his personal experiences that got him head over heels for investigating.
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| 79: The White Mouthless Creature | 21 Jul 2018 | 01:57:43 | |
Josh comes on the show to share about an ongoing situation he and his family are having on their 20 acres in Oklahoma. It started with his brother seeing a white two-legged animal that he had no reference point to define. As time went on Josh has been having his own experiences which includes a white mouthless creature!
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| 78: Abducted With Lost Time | 14 Jul 2018 | 02:45:50 | |
Tonight, Ryan shares his missing time experiences and how as they happened to him and his friends he realized that he was being abducted. From missing time to ET-like entities running through his house, don't miss this jaw-dropping abduction episode!
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| 77: What Comes In Dreams | 07 Jul 2018 | 02:25:38 | |
In Episode 77: What Comes In Dreams, guest Elaine joins The Confessionals to share a life of experiences that inspired her to write a book. From parents who were both Christian and Wiccan, to dreams that predicted the future, Elaine dives deep into some strange and unusual subjects. www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw | |||
| 76: Big Legend with Kevin Makely | 30 Jun 2018 | 01:16:55 | |
Tonight, Kevin Makely comes on the show to talk about his new bigfoot movie that releases on July 3rd, 2018 called Big Legend. Later we bring on Andy who share his extraordinary UFO sighting!
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| 75: Modern Miracles with Timothy Waugh | 24 Jun 2018 | 01:33:50 | |
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| 821: The Bigfoot Highway of East Tennessee | 23 Dec 2025 | 01:48:22 | |
Strange activity is intensifying across East Tennessee, and longtime locals are starting to connect the dots. In this conversation, Tony sits down with Stephen Watson of Arcane Discoveries to explore why the Cherokee National Forest and surrounding mountains may function as a seasonal corridor for cryptids and paranormal phenomena. Stephen shares firsthand accounts of Bigfoot encounters, closed campgrounds plagued by rock-throwing and vocalizations, mysterious orbs, and unexplained handprints left on homes. He also recounts sightings tied to Dogman territory, a massive blonde Bigfoot moving at impossible speed, a black panther encounter, and a rare face-to-face meeting with what he believes was a red wolf. As the conversation unfolds, physical encounters give way to deeper questions about portals, vibration, and supernatural intelligence, suggesting these phenomena may be far more connected than anyone wants to admit. 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 The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Stephen Watson: Instagram 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 - Static In The Pines | |||
| 74: The Night Hag and Ouija Board | 16 Jun 2018 | 01:39:55 | |
Tonight we bring on Ben to share his experiences with a haunted church he worked at and then later we have Zach share his out of body experiences, night hag experience and the ouija board that started it all.
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| 73: Bigfoot In The Bushes | 09 Jun 2018 | 01:09:07 | |
A strange mountain near a California home is enough to send chills up your spine, but when you add bigfoot activity it takes it to a whole new level!
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| 72: The Think Tank with Wes Germer, Timothy Renner, and Dark Waters | 02 Jun 2018 | 01:49:36 | |
Tonight, we bring on to the show Wes Germer, Timothy Renner, and Dark Waters. We sat down to discuss oddities in the topics of bigfoot, dogman, demons, UFOs, aliens and more!
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| 71: The Friendly Ghosts | 26 May 2018 | 01:57:22 | |
Not all ghostly encounters are terrifying experiences out of a horror movie. Tonight, Dan shares his encounters with ghosts of a more mischievous nature that occupied both his house and a friend's house!
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| 70: The Dark Mass | 19 May 2018 | 02:01:33 | |
Sometimes people just can't escape the horrors of life. No matter how far they run or how many things change in life there remains a constant paranormal environment around them. Tonight, Timothy shares paranormal occurrences that have been happening since he was four years old!
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| 69: Bigfoot In The Swamp | 12 May 2018 | 01:59:28 | |
Haunted houses and bigfoot, does it get any better? Tonight, Missy comes forward to share her experiences living in a haunted house while she was in her twenties. After she shares those experiences she goes into detail of when she saw a bigfoot running through a swamp in Michigan!
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| 68: Encounter With A Serpent Spirit | 05 May 2018 | 01:12:57 | |
We hear of winged serpents showing up all over the world. They show up in all sizes and colors while putting the fear of God into most people. But what if these things showed up inside your home? Would they still be considered a cryptid or more of a paranormal encounter? Tonight we bring on Shawn to tell of his experience with a winged serpent one night inside his home!
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| 67: The Evil Girl In The Backseat | 28 Apr 2018 | 01:04:53 | |
Episode 67: The Evil Girl in the Backseat. Do you ever watch a scary movie and say, "There's no way that could be real!" Or after watching the scary movie, have you ever commented, "I really hope that's not possible!" What if it was?! What if what you see in Hollywood is more of an accurate depiction of truth than we are comfortable with believing? On Episode 67: The Evil Girl in the Backseat, guest Connor joins The Confessionals to detail what he can only describe as the girl from the movie 'The Ring' in the backseat of his car, and he is not the only one who saw her! Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheConfessionals Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: theconfessionalspodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheConfessionalsPodcast Twitter: @TConfessionals Tony's Twitter: @tony_merkel Show Intro INSTRUMENTAL: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyub39AXxUw Show Intro FREE DOWNLOAD: https://bit.ly/2HxNcw3 | |||
| 66: Bigfoot and Conspiracies with Chuck Sutherlin | 21 Apr 2018 | 02:20:29 | |
So many people discuss how hard it is to track down the mysterious creature known as Bigfoot. Some say it is impossible! However this week we bring on Chuck Sutherlin who is new to Bigfoot investigating and has had some really great experiences in such a short time! Is he lucky or is he on to something? Later, we go down the conspiracy wormhole and have some good discussions about the flat earth theory, the moon landings and more!
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| Crossover Episode: Wes Germer and Tony Merkel Remembering Art Bell | 19 Apr 2018 | 01:53:48 | |
On this special crossover episode with Wes Germer (host of Sasquatch Chronicles) and Tony, they discuss, remember and celebrate the life of a man that inspired generations. Join Tony and Wes as they tip their hats to Art Bell, the sole reason they are able to host the podcasts they host.
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| RELOADED | 464: The Bigfoot, The Witch, and The Dogman | 22 Dec 2025 | 01:27:04 | |
In Episode 464: The Bigfoot, The Witch, and The Dogman we are joined by Erick Szilagyi from the uNcomfortable podcast. Erick was connected to me by Joel from VanTesla, who has been a guest on Erick's show several times. Erick comes to the table with many experiences to share, but it was his experience with a witch that kicks off the show. Erick was just beginning his podcast and got connected to a witch who was willing join his show for a conversation. Erick decided to meet up with her in person to record, and that meeting turned into dinner plus more. What then ensues Erick describes as one of the most bizarre nights of his life. From Bigfoot coming close to their location, unexplainable vocalizations, unnatural hyper-sexualized tensions, to dogman guarding the witch and the witch herself physically transforming before Erick's eyes! Needless to say, he has a jaw-dropping story. Following the initial episode, we decided to do an Overtime segment for members that lasted almost three hours! Erick shares all his other experiences and they are just as bizarre as the first hour, including a story that is so personally sensitive for him that we can't speak or even hint about it publicly. 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 The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/gospel Bigfoot: The Journey To Belief: Stream Here The Meadow Project: Stream Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com My New YouTube Channel Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL My First Sermon: Unseen Battles 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 - ShutUp N Drive YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify | |||
| 65: The Mysterious Pine Barrens | 14 Apr 2018 | 02:02:26 | |
The Pine Barrens are commonly discussed when talking about the Jersey Devil, a dark tale of evil and misfortune. However, though the Jersey Devil is the most discussed topic of the Pine Barrens, that is not the only thing deep in those woods. From mysterious houses with no roads leading up to them to parts of roads that seem to have a mind of their own. Tonight, Sam comes to the table to share her experiences with the eerie woods and also shares what it was like living in a haunted house that neither parent would acknowledge was haunted.
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| 64: The Disappearing Church of The Woods | 07 Apr 2018 | 01:52:59 | |
Can inanimate objects travel through time? Can they defy logic and reason? What about entire buildings? Tonight, Seth joins The Confessionals to share a range of experiences, including an occasion when he witnessed a very real and physical church appear seemingly out of nowhere while hunting deep in the woods.
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