RELOADED | 73: Bigfoot In The Bushes
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! 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: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: merkelfilms...
1hr 9m May 27, 2024
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Members Preview | 654: The Kinderhook Bigfoot
In episode 654: The Kinderhook Bigfoot, Audrey and Russell recount spine-chilling encounters with Bigfoot in upstate New York. Audrey vividly remembers seeing the creature near her farmhouse as a child, while Russell had a harrowing close-up experience by a barn. These encounters, occurring just miles apart in the early 1980s, shattered their perceptions of reality and left them with lingering ...
22m May 23, 2024
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653: Super Soldier's Teleportation
In episode 653: Super Soldier's Teleportation, James Szubski, from episode 591:  (https://audioboom.com/posts/8385418-591-the-secret-guardian-of-hanford) The Secret Guardian of Hanford (https://audioboom.com/posts/8385418-591-the-secret-guardian-of-hanford) , shares spine-tingling tales of paranormal encounters in the region. Inheriting Margie's Outdoor Store, James has collected over 300 repor...
1hr 41m May 21, 2024
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RELOADED | 355: Reality Tripping
In Episode 355: Reality Tripping, we are joined by Chris, who shares a number of fascinating experiences in which the reality of his life was redefined. He describes dreams and visions of things to come; seeing the same things that others witnessed when they were all under the influence of hallucinogens; and how once while in this state, he was able to affect his wife in a sexual manner. Chris ...
1hr 21m May 20, 2024
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Members Preview | 652: Ancient Dogmen
In episode 652: Ancient Dogmen, Seth Vandebrooke joins for a mind blowing show, in which he unravels the untold history of the Cynocephali, or dog-headed men, in a captivating exploration that spans over 3,300 years. He dives into the depiction of these creatures on the 16th-century Piri Reis map and scrutinizes ancient texts that debate their human or animal nature. Seth discusses how these be...
19m May 16, 2024
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651: Expedition Bigfoot With Russell Acord
In episode 651: Expedition Bigfoot With Russell Acord, Russell and Tony dive into the transformative encounters he's had with fans at various conferences, sharing how these encounters have a profound effect on their lives. On "Expedition Bigfoot," he explores the adrenaline-filled adventures of filming in untamed wildernesses, capturing the essence of mystery and danger that comes with the terr...
2hr 3m May 14, 2024
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RELOADED | 260: Ghosts, Aliens, Bigfoot, and Enoch
On Episode 260: Ghosts, Aliens, Bigfoot, and Enoch, we talk to two different people about their experiences. First,https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss on the show, Karl shares with us about a Victorian-era entity he used to see, as well as what seems to be an extraterrestrial encounter. This leads to a conversation about abductions and even bigfoot. Following Karl’s interview, we speak ...
1hr 8m May 13, 2024
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Encountering The Squatchella
In this episode, Blurry Creatures (https://www.instagram.com/blurrycreatures/) , Ninjas Are Butterflies (https://www.instagram.com/ninjasarebutterflies/) , Expanded Perspectives (https://www.instagram.com/expandedperspectives/) and The Confessionals join forces to discuss the inception of Squatchella, a unique festival celebrating the world of paranormal podcasts. They get into the quirky begin...
1hr 27m May 10, 2024
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Members Preview | 650: Cryptid Kin Connection
In episode 650: Cryptid Kin Connection, Steven recounts a spine-chilling encounter with a cryptid during a hunting trip, including harrowing tales from the woods, a lethal encounter involving a dog, and a mysterious Bigfoot-like entity stalking him. He then explains the experiences of Janice Carter, who asserts ongoing interactions with Bigfoot on her family’s land and describes the familial re...
20m May 09, 2024
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649: Lilith and The Fallen
In episode 649: Lilith and The Fallen, Bo, from The Bump Podcast, dives into the mystifying legend of Lilith, a figure steeped in demonic lore and occult mysteries. Historically referenced in arcane sources like the Zohar and the Babylonian Talmud, Lilith's narrative intertwines with the saga of the Fallen, or Watchers—celestial beings who defied the heavens by mating with mortal women, imparti...
1hr 19m May 07, 2024
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RELOADED | 52: Wes Germer's Bigfoot Encounter
In this reloaded episode of The Confessionals, we revisit a monumental moment with special guest Wes Germer from Sasquatch Chronicles. Coming right off the world premiere of the new documentary "Sasquatch and the Missing Man," starring Wes Germer himself, this episode takes on an extra layer of excitement and significance. Wes shares his intense Bigfoot encounter, shedding light on the mysterio...
1hr 50m May 06, 2024
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Sasquatch and the Missing Man | LIVE PREMIERE
Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.co/sasquatch Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss Description: Tony Merkel and his film crew venture to the scene of the terrifying Bigfoot encounter that launched Wes Germer's massive podcast Sasquatch Chronicles, uncovering a mystery far more shocking than anything they could have ...
1m May 05, 2024
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Chasing Cryptid Legends | My Family Thinks I'm Crazy | Swapcast
This was an episode of  @Myfamilythinksimcrazy (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCO0A8caVlYmn-n3QgLosqXQ) where I joined Mark to talk about many things from projects I've worked on, to the crazy journey of my life, and much much more! It was a great conversation and I'm happy to share it with you all! Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.c...
1hr 54m May 04, 2024
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Members Preview | 648: Red Portal Book
In episode 648: Red Portal Book, Hunter shares an incredible story that will have you on the edge of your seat. While exploring an abandoned house, Hunter and his friends stumble upon a hidden room teeming with ancient books. Their discovery of a mysterious red book marked by a four-leaf clover, hidden within the pages, unleashes a sinister sequence: images of a young girl stalked by a shadowy ...
20m May 02, 2024
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647: Territory Of The Beast
In episode 647: Territory Of The Beast, Wes Germer from Sasquatch Chronicles, and Tony begin the show with a discussion on 'Sasquatch and the Missing Man', the new Merkel Media documentary, which centers around Wes' bone chilling story. They explore hair-raising encounters with creatures like Bigfoot and Dogman, particularly a thrilling story from Provo, Utah. They speculate on the interdimensi...
1hr 12m Apr 30, 2024
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RELOADED | 99: When Angels and Demons Visit
We will be bringing on Adriel who has had demons and angels visiting him! This is not something new but rather something that started in his childhood and continues through his life! Sasquatch and the Missing Man Watch the Live Premiere on REPLAY here: https://www.moment.co/sasquatch Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3b4tTY9bss The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https:...
46m Apr 29, 2024
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Members Preview | 646: Taken To Other Realms
In episode 646: Taken To Other Realms, Colin shares his experiences of being taken to other realms and undergoing operations and upgrades for an upcoming war. These experiences began after taking mushrooms and hearing a voice telling him to quit his job and give himself to God. Colin then describes encounters with a blue entity and bald men in white coats during his mushroom trips. He also ment...
19m Apr 25, 2024
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645: Salish Sasquatch
In episode 645: Salish Sasquatch, John and Sara Brown discuss their experiences with Sasquatch on their property, which has been in John's family for generations. They share stories passed down from John's grandfather and other neighbors who have also encountered Sasquatch. Sara describes her first encounter with a foul smell and whistling sounds on the property, followed by sightings of a Sasq...
1hr 24m Apr 23, 2024
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RELOADED | 319: The Monster Outside My Window
In Episode 319: The Monster Outside My Window, we are joined by Derrick and Tayler. Derrick begins the show by describing his experience with a creature that approached his window one night while he was sleeping. After researching what he witnessed outside, Derrick concluded that he had seen a Rake. When he told his stepbrother about the encounter, his stepbrother revealed he had seen the same ...
1hr 11m Apr 22, 2024
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Members Preview | 644: Trauma To Triumph
In episode 644: Trauma To Triumph, Carly shares her story of growing up in a tumultuous family environment and experiencing paranormal and demonic influences. She discusses the importance of acknowledging the impact of parental figures on children's lives and the need to address children's imaginations and fears. Carly dives into her early paranormal experiences, including seeing energetic fiel...
21m Apr 18, 2024
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643: Quest For The Ancient Sundial
In episode 643: Quest For The Ancient Sundial, Brian Jeffrey, from Black Mass Paranormal, joins us in studio to dive into the mysterious and often eerie realm of the paranormal across East Tennessee. He explores unsettling missing person cases like that of Summer Wells and discusses bizarre phenomena such as potential portals and supernatural activities. Brian takes us through personal encounte...
1hr 57m Apr 16, 2024
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RELOADED | 486: The Dark Holler
On Episode 486: The Dark Holler we are joined by Ward Hiney (https://www.instagram.com/darkhollerfilm/) who is the producer, writer, and director of the hit docu-series called, "Dark Holler (https://www.darkhollerfilm.com/) ." Ward reached out to me last year to see if I would be interested in reviewing the first episode of Dark Holler, and we struck up a friendship. He became the main videogra...
1hr 40m Apr 15, 2024
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Members Preview | 642: The White Beast
In episode 642: The White Beast, Nathan recounts his encounters with a creature dubbed the 'white beast' in the Ozarks, detailing two sightings of a large, faceless entity during his teens, similar to an experience his mother had. He differentiates this creature from Bigfoot, adding to a tapestry of paranormal activity in the area, including tales of interdimensional experiences, a lost girl in...
21m Apr 11, 2024
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641: The Cern Connection
In episode 641: The Cern Connection, Larry Ragland joins us to discuss CERN. He dives into the location and significance of CERN in Switzerland, including the presence of underground bunkers and Hitler's artifacts. He explains the demonic nature of CERN, its connection to Davos, along with the invention of the World Wide Web at CERN. Larry then explores the CERN whistleblowers and ponders the p...
1hr 26m Apr 09, 2024
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RELOADED | 240: The Graveyard Visitor
In Episode 240 we speak to Sam who lived in a house full of paranormal activity that progressed in degree the longer she lived there. When Sam was 17, she and her mother moved into an old and creepy house. Over time, weird things started happening. First, it was the creepy feeling of someone watching her. Then Sam's friend told Sam she was getting "felt up" at night whenever she slept over. Eve...
1hr 2m Apr 08, 2024
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Members Preview | 640: Among Hidden Realms
In episode 640: Among Hidden Realms, Cameron unveils his extraordinary abduction experience alongside other baffling occurrences during that period. He ventures into the realms of alternate dimensions and the pivotal role of telepathy in interacting with extraterrestrial entities. Cameron then explains how this profound experience has reshaped his life and even ponders the significant ramificat...
17m Apr 04, 2024
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639: Dreamscape Warfare
In episode 639: Dreamscape Warfare, Vicki Joy Anderson explores sleep paralysis and astral projection, clarifying misconceptions and emphasizing the astral realm's significance. She addresses misinformation and controversy, sharing personal experiences that highlight astral projection's visual aspect and its connections to spiritual encounters and ailments. Vicki discusses dreams' role as spiri...
1hr 38m Apr 02, 2024
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RELOADED | 13: A Witch Doctor's Request
On Episode 13, Abe shares how his encounters with a witch doctor at two years old altered his life forever, and may have set off paranormal experiences for years to come. The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of...
1hr 19m Apr 01, 2024
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Members Preview | 638: Averted Abduction
In episode 638: Averted Abduction, James shares his harrowing and mystical experiences, beginning with a night that nearly changed his life forever when a blinding light attempted to abduct him, only to be thwarted by his father's quick actions and prayers. This encounter marked the beginning of a series of paranormal encounters, including the terrifying sighting of a Dogman, a creature resembl...
17m Mar 28, 2024
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637: Soul Trappers
In Episode 637: Soul Trappers, Fringe shares her experiences with alien abductions, MK Ultra, and encounters with demonic entities, discussing their interconnections. She recounts her journey from childhood in foster care, marked by her family's involvement in occultism and human trafficking, to her realization of a cosmic struggle involving her soul. Fringe explores the origins of demonic oppr...
2hr 27m Mar 26, 2024
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Members Preview | 636: Demon at Forest Heights
In Episode 636: Demon at Forest Heights, Colin shares several paranormal experiences he had throughout his life. He recounts an encounter with an angel that saved his brother from a car accident, a terrifying experience with a demonic presence in an abandoned building, a strange entity he saw in his neighborhood, a bizarre encounter with an unidentified being, and an investigation of an abandon...
18m Mar 21, 2024
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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 ...
1hr 10m Mar 19, 2024
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RELOADED | 139: The Haunted Abandoned House
On today's show, we are joined by Joe to talk about many paranormal experiences he's had throughout his life. It all starts off with him and his friends finding an abandoned house that was haunted and what happens when they decide to explore it. The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EX...
1hr 14m Mar 18, 2024
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Members Preview | 634: Escaping “The Truth” Cult
In this emotionally charged episode, Tony hosts Taylor and Tami, a son and mother duo with a story that unfolds layers of family secrets, supernatural experiences, and a harrowing journey through darkness. Beginning with light-hearted exchanges about personal quirks and shared memories, the conversation quickly veers into the depths of their family's history, entangled with a religious cult kno...
17m Mar 14, 2024
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633: Seers Of Realms
In Episode 633: Seers Of Realms, Mike Clelland discusses the connection between owls and UFO encounters. He shares stories of people encountering owls that appear to be screen memories for UFO experiences. Clelland explores the archetypal meaning of owls and how they are embedded in human consciousness. He also shares personal experiences with owls and UFOs and discusses the synchronicities tha...
1hr 28m Mar 12, 2024
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RELOADED | 393: Pro Wrestler Sees Sasquatch
In Episode 393: Pro Wrestler Sees Sasquatch, we are joined by Robby Vegas, who is a professional wrestler. One night while making an eight-hour drive home to Vermont, Robby and two other wrestlers saw what may only be described as a sasquatch. He details what they all saw, and what they thought, as the encounter occurred. Robby also shares some of his paranormal experiences involving Oujia boar...
1hr 4m Mar 11, 2024
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Members Preview | 632: Echoes Of Nephilim Bloodlines
In Episode 632: Echoes Of Nephilim Bloodlines, we explore Hunter's chilling encounters with dogmen and his unexpected remote viewing of Tony's house. On a treasure hunt, Hunter captures images of dogman creatures, eerily resembling Ghostbusters' demon dogs, revealing fascinating aspects of their appearance. The narrative takes a supernatural twist as Hunter details a dream vividly describing To...
19m Mar 07, 2024
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631: Goliath's Blade
In Episode 631: Goliath's Blade, Tony, Joel, and Juan dive into the iconic biblical narrative of David and Goliath, casting a unique lens on the story's connection to ancient technologies and supernatural phenomena. They kick off their exploration by discussing how Goliath was a Nephilim, thereby introducing a blend of mystical theories into the biblical story. The trio examines the weaponry de...
1hr 32m Mar 05, 2024
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RELOADED | 450: Hauntings In The Bronx
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: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: https://www.merkel.media/stream-now Watch Expedition Dogman:https://bit.ly/3CE6Kg0 AFFILIATES Prepare with Valley Food Storage: https://alnk.to/2uG55AO Get your ...
1hr 6m Mar 04, 2024
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Members Preview | 630: Interdimensional (Gang) Stalkers
In Episode 630: Interdimensional (Gang) Stalkers, Abigail shares her extraordinary experiences with the paranormal. The first she shares her encounter with a Bigfoot-like creature during a family vacation. Abigail vividly describes how, as a child, she found herself lost in the woods, followed by an unseen entity. This culminated in a startling face-to-face encounter with a large, mysterious be...
19m Feb 29, 2024
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629: Killing LaVey
In Episode 629: Killing LaVey, Pastor Dave Bryan shares a compelling account of his transition from a conventional Christian pastor to a frontline warrior in spiritual warfare, emphasizing the intense and often overlooked battles against demonic forces. His journey, enriched by disillusionment with the lack of spiritual power in mainstream Christianity, leads him through a transformative encoun...
2hr 21m Feb 27, 2024
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RELOADED | 74: The Night Hag and Ouija Board
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. 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: https://www.theconfessiona...
1hr 35m Feb 26, 2024
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Members Preview | 628: Loki’s Bride
In Episode 628: Loki’s Bride, we talk about the extraordinary and mystical experiences of Stephenie, whose life has been intertwined with Loki, the Norse god. Stephenie shares her unique experiences, from witnessing the Marfa Mystery Lights to a comforting spiritual moment with Jesus. The journey intensifies with eerie events at a haunted Seattle cabin and chilling tales from her family's past,...
17m Feb 22, 2024
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627: Decoding Bigfoot
In Episode 627: Decoding Bigfoot, we talk with researcher Matt Pruitt, focusing on his book "The Phenomenal Sasquatch: Seeking the Natural Origins of a Cultural Icon." Pruitt offers a fascinating blend of scientific investigation and cultural understanding in his work, analyzing the intersection of fact and folklore surrounding Sasquatch. He then recounts his dedicated efforts in collecting det...
1hr 47m Feb 20, 2024
1hr 47m
RELOADED | 206: Attacks From The Afterlife
On Episode 206: Attacks from the Afterlife, our guest Jeff, who is a blind musician, joins The Confessionals to share some of the truly terrifying things he has experienced – some of which he can even attribute to the onset of his blindness. Jeff has had a life filled with bizarre and frightening experiences, including being abducted, living communally with a woman who was a healer, and being s...
1hr 17m Feb 19, 2024
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Members Preview | 626: Cryptid Wars and Cosmic Revelations
In Episode 626: Cryptid Wars and Cosmic Revelations we are joined again by Kevin from episode 624. Kevin shares about his extraordinary encounters with otherworldly entities and his involvement in the lesser-known cryptid wars between dogman and catman beings. The core of the discussion centers around these cryptid wars, highlighting the profound conflict and the entities' dire warnings about E...
20m Feb 15, 2024
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625: High Strangeness On The 33rd Parallel
In Episode 625: High Strangeness On The 33rd Parallel, Brad shares his experiences and observations related to the 33rd parallel, a line of latitude that spans the entire globe. He recounts stories of peculiar phenomena, such as ghost lights, UFO sightings, and encounters with Bigfoot. Brad explains the significance of the 33rd parallel and its involvement in various unexplained events. He cove...
1hr 51m Feb 13, 2024
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RELOADED | 303: The Bigfoot Lights
In episode 303: The Bigfoot Lights, we talk to Dustin who is a Native American with some amazing experiences. It all started out when he and his ex-girlfriend were driving back home from college to show off their new baby girl to their families. On their drive that night they saw a strange streaking light that was soon accompanied by more. As this experience continues these lights seemed to be ...
1hr 20m Feb 12, 2024
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Members Preview | 624: Four Nights of Visitations
In Episode 624: Four Nights of Unearthly Visitations, we dive into the world of alien abductions and otherworldly encounters, as experienced by our guest, Kevin. From a young age, Kevin's life was marked by an inexplicable draw towards the supernatural and extraterrestrial. However, nothing could prepare him for the turning point in his life - the moment he became aware of his own abduction exp...
18m Feb 08, 2024
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623: Sacrificing To Kandahar Giants
In Episode 623: Sacrificing To Kandahar Giants, we are joined by Ray who discusses his grandmother's involvement in witchcraft in Kandahar, Afghanistan, and her interactions with the giants and Jinn. He recounts his father's experiences and stories about his grandmother, who practiced witchcraft and was known to make offerings to giants in caves with livestock. Additionally, Ray shares accounts...
1hr 39m Feb 06, 2024
1hr 39m