Members Preview | 691: Lurking Dark Entities
In episode 691: Lurking Dark Entities, Jerry recounts a series of unsettling paranormal experiences from his childhood through adulthood. Jerry begins by sharing a strange encounter from his infancy involving a mysterious woman with piercing green eyes who appeared at his grandmother's doorstep. Over the years, Jerry's experiences escalate, from witnessing bizarre behaviors in his pet cats to f...
20m Sep 26, 2024
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690: Cryptid Warfare Operations
In episode 690: Cryptid Warfare Operations, the Cryptid Warfare Operations team joins Tony to talk about some of their most wild experiences in the field. They begin by explaining that during a mission in Mountain City, the team encountered strange creatures pacing them in the woods, triggering alarms and causing tense moments with rifles drawn. On another investigation in Kentucky’s Mammoth Ca...
1hr 37m Sep 24, 2024
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RELOADED | 480: The Hidden Origins Of Skinwalker Ranch | Clyde Lewis
On Episode 480: The Hidden Origins of Skinwalker Ranch, we are joined by a major broadcasting influence of mine, Clyde Lewis. Years ago, I was introduced to Clyde's show Ground Zero and it changed my life and how I broadcast forever. The first time I tuned into his show it was like a light switch being flicked in my brain - I had finally found a show and broadcaster that would challenge my way ...
1hr 15m Sep 23, 2024
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Tik-Tok Time Travelers | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
If you could travel anywhere in time without altering the timeline, where would you go? With the rise of TikTok, many people are claiming to be time travelers, sparking curiosity and debate. On this Weird Wednesday, we explore these mysterious claims and ask: could time travel really be possible? Later, we dive into intriguing theories about the potential connections between historical figures ...
1hr 17m Sep 20, 2024
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Members Preview | 689: The Bovine-Nephilim Connection
In episode 689: The Bovine-Nephilim Connection, Julia shares her story of growing up in the Ozarks, where she thought her family's superhuman strength and strange connection with animals were normal. Raised in a deeply spiritual family, she witnessed events that led her to believe her bloodline might be part of a hybrid Nephilim lineage. Her daughter, Jackie, developed unique abilities, seeing ...
20m Sep 19, 2024
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688: The Ultimate Assassin
In episode 688: The Ultimate Assassin, Nathan Reynolds returns for another eye-opening conversation. This time, he dives deep into the power of weapons, both ancient and modern. He talks about how certain tools have played pivotal roles in shaping history and how their symbolism carries deeper meaning in stories of warriors and assassins. With a mix of historical knowledge and personal reflecti...
2hr 35m Sep 17, 2024
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RELOADED | 76: Big Legend with Kevin Makely
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! Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com (https://merkelfilms.com/) Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com (https://merkmerch.com/) The Confessionals Members App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh...
1hr 11m Sep 16, 2024
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Shattered Skies | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
Where were you on September 11th, 2001? Let's explore personal experiences, gut reactions, and unshakable feelings from that fateful day. What does your gut tell you about 9/11? Sponsors: Merkel Media Apparel: https://merkmerch.com/ Merkel Media Films: https://merkelfilms.com/
1hr 22m Sep 13, 2024
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Members Preview | 687: Face Off With Fallen Angels
In episode 687: Face Off With Fallen Angels, Matt joins to share his journey through dark spiritual realms and personal transformation, that was marked by his exposure to hidden, malevolent forces. Raised in a household with both Christian and Jewish traditions, he became disillusioned and drifted into the occult. Matt's fascination with Kabbalah and black magic eventually led him to a shocking...
20m Sep 12, 2024
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686: Bigfoot's Secret Lair
In Episode 686: Bigfoot's Secret Lair, Tony and Kelley discuss an investigation at a private property in North Carolina known for frequent Bigfoot activity. The property, owned by a family for over 200 years, has multiple trails, some of which are graveled for easy access. Described as "Bigfoot Disney World" by the owner, it has been a hotspot for strange occurrences, such as rock-throwing, mys...
1hr 41m Sep 10, 2024
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RELOADED | 146: A Touch of Mystery
On Episode 146: A Touch of Mystery, we have Kevin joining The Confessionals to share the miraculous things that have happened to both himself and the people in his family. He also discusses his run-ins with shadow people and what seems to be an entity that is frequently encountered by many other guests on our show! Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com (https://merkelfilms.com/) Merke...
1hr 8m Sep 09, 2024
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Members Preview | 685: Surviving Satanic Sacrifice
In episode 685: Surviving Satanic Sacrifice, Nora shares her harrowing experiences growing up in a Satanic cult, where she witnessed and endured unspeakable abuse, including rituals, sacrifices, and occult practices. She recounts how these dark forces followed her into adulthood, from surviving multiple rituals to experiencing spiritual attacks. Nora also explains how she finally found healing ...
20m Sep 05, 2024
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684: The Bunny Man
In episode 684: The Bunny Man, Jeremy and Derek join to share chilling experiences rooted in East Tennessee's mysterious folklore. As Jeremy unravels the eerie legends surrounding his own home, the story takes a dark turn when they discuss the infamous Bunny Man, that he had encountered as a child, and other supernatural encounters that have haunted the region for generations. Jeremy then goes ...
1hr 52m Sep 03, 2024
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RELOADED | 412: Reservation Alien Abduction
In Episode 412: Reservation Alien Abduction, we are joined by Jamaal for a third time to tell his stories from the reservation. He previously joined us on Episode 315: Skinwalkers On The Reservation (https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/theconfessionals/315-skinwalkers-on-the-reservation?rq=JAMAAL) and on Episode 339: Goatman Found Us (https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/theconfessionals...
1hr 7m Sep 02, 2024
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Members Preview | 683: The Curse of Zany
In episode 683: The Curse of Zany, Daniel Swarthout, author of "The Wringler (https://www.amazon.com/Wringler-Letter-Home-Book-MOBE-ebook/dp/B0CQLFX548) " shares his chilling encounters with a malevolent entity named Zany, which has haunted him since childhood. Daniel recounts his early experiences of seeing Zany, a terrifying figure with a white face, sharp teeth, and eyeless sockets, who has ...
20m Aug 29, 2024
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682: Re-Enchanting The Unseen
In episode 682: Re-Enchanting The Unseen, Josh Robinson shares his extraordinary experiences as a pastor in West Virginia, detailing an encounter with the supernatural that changed his worldview forever. Josh explains how a young woman, involved in deep witchcraft and invoking ancient deities, came to his church seeking redemption. Her eventual baptism became a powerful, unsettling experience, ...
1hr 38m Aug 27, 2024
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RELOADED | 79: The White Mouthless Creature
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! MEET TONY AT: 9/4 - 9/7 - PhenomeCon: https://linktr.ee/merkelmedia (https...
1hr 48m Aug 26, 2024
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Cosmic Collision | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
In this episode, we explore the mysterious UFO crash of 1945 in New Mexico, where strange beings and advanced technology were discovered. We also dive into the latest California UFO sightings captured by multiple witnesses, raising questions about what’s really happening in our skies. As cosmic objects like asteroids threaten to collide with Earth, we discuss the looming dangers from space. Plu...
1hr 34m Aug 23, 2024
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Members Preview | 681: Face-Off With Bigfoot
In episode 681: Face-Off With Bigfoot, Musket returns to the show to share his gripping tales of encounters with the unexplained. He begins by recounting a chilling Bigfoot sighting in the Olympic National Park, where he came face to face with a massive, humanoid creature that left him questioning reality. Adding to the tension, this sighting happened in the same area where a missing person was...
21m Aug 22, 2024
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680: Nalusa Forest Demon
In episode 680: Nalusa Forest Demon, Musket, a lifelong outdoorsman and paranormal skeptic, recounts a chilling encounter in Washington state. What begins as a simple camping trip spirals into an eerie experience as Musket and his friends encounter an unsettling presence in the wilderness—something that defies explanation and challenges their understanding of reality. His story takes an unexpec...
1hr 25m Aug 20, 2024
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RELOADED | 506: Spiritual Attacks and Healing Prayers
In Episode 506: Spiritual Attacks and Healing Prayers we are joined by Stephanie. Years ago on Episode 227: Casting Out Demons & Healing The Sick (https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/members-episodes/227?rq=227) I did an interview with a man named Hector who had a prayer ministry called The Centurion 813 Prayer Ministry (http://thecenturion813.com/) . Before that interview, Hector wanted to...
1hr 4m Aug 19, 2024
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Members Preview | 679: Kansas City Winged Demon
In episode 679: Kansas City Winged Demon, Devin recounts his terrifying encounters with sleep paralysis and a nightmarish winged creature in the woods of Missouri. Devin's journey takes us from the chilling paralysis he experienced as a child, where he encountered a shadowy, demonic figure resembling a Pokemon character Kabuto, to a harrowing escape in the woods, culminating in a face-to-face m...
20m Aug 15, 2024
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678: The Dark Recruitment
In episode 678: The Dark Recruitment, Ross sits down in studio for a gripping conversation that will take you deep into the unsettling and mysterious realms beyond our everyday reality. Ross joined us in studio a month prior to this recording to share a battle he's had since he was merely 2 years old. His story was dark and full of very dramatic twists and turns, but things took a turn while di...
2hr 45m Aug 13, 2024
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RELOADED | 305: Elizabeth Followed Me Home
In Episode 305: Elizabeth Followed Me Home, we talk with Preston, who is the host of a podcast called 'Mettle Mentality,' a self-building show that focuses on consistency, fortitude, and grit. Preston joins us to share his paranormal experiences, including a scary encounter when an entity named "Elizabeth" followed him home from work! Preston's description of "Elizabeth" reveals that she looked...
1hr 11m Aug 12, 2024
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Members Preview | 677: Real-Life Upside Down
In episode 677: Real-Life Upside Down, Patti shares her remarkable journey from being deeply involved in New Age occult practices, including tarot card reading, astrology, and shamanism, to experiencing intense and terrifying paranormal phenomena such as sleep paralysis and demonic attacks. Raised in a family that embraced these practices, Patti recounts vivid experiences of alien abductions an...
20m Aug 08, 2024
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Nightmare Stalker: The Not-Deer | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
What is the "Not-Deer"? People have been spotting a terrifying creature that looks like a deer at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that it's something else entirely. These supernatural encounters leave witnesses terrified, often fleeing for their lives or hiding in a fetal position, hoping the not-deer doesn't find them. Let's talk about it! MEET TONY AT: 9/4 - 9/7 - ...
58m Aug 07, 2024
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676: Clownish Nephilim
In episode 676: Clownish Nephilim, Paul Stobbs, an expert on the intriguing connection between clowns and ancient Nephilim, joins the show. Paul shares how his extensive eight-year research led to his book "The Nephilim Look Like Clowns," where he uncovers the dark, occult history behind the seemingly innocent clown figure. He explains that clowns, far from being mere entertainers, are rooted i...
1hr 8m Aug 06, 2024
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RELOADED | 111: The Abduction Cover-up
Episode 111 is a special one! It took a direction that was a little unexpected as you will hear in Tony's tone as the interview moves along. Austin shares with us his partial memories of being abducted off-planet, and shares all the details he can remember. But that is only where this episode begins. Austin shares what has happened to him when he began talking about this experience with his fat...
1hr 27m Aug 05, 2024
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Members Preview | 675: Secret UFO Astral Training Program
In episode 675: Secret UFO Astral Training Program, Chris dives into an extraordinary tale, regarding his childhood encounters that defy the boundaries of reality. Chris recounts a harrowing experience at age five, where he and his mother encountered a pixelated being from a UFO, leading to a series of life-altering events. As he grew, Chris found himself entangled in a mysterious government pr...
20m Aug 01, 2024
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Gods Gone Wild | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
Blue Dionysus. Celine Dion. Lady Gaga. Jesus Christ. Which one doesn't belong? Let's talk about it. The Olympic opening ceremony was riddled with backlash, and for good reason. There’s so much to dissect. Join Tony on Weird Wednesday Wake Up as we break down what happened this past weekend. MEET TONY AT: 8/1/24 - Armed Media Conference: https://linktr.ee/merkelmedia (https://www.youtube.com/re...
1hr 31m Jul 31, 2024
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674: Heaven Stormed
In episode 674: Heaven Stormed, Randy Kay, an author and former biotech CEO, joins to share his profound near-death experience and the life-altering journey that followed. Randy recounts how a medical crisis led him to an encounter with the God, where he experienced the wonders of heaven and received a revelation about the end times. For 14 years, Randy kept his story to himself until a series ...
1hr 2m Jul 30, 2024
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RELOADED | 323: Something's Coming In The Future
On Episode 323: Something's Coming In the Future, we talk with Lindsey about her vast experiences with another realm. Lindsey begins by sharing how she has had very similar experiences to Melissa from Episode 175: It Dragged Me Down The Hall. Both Lindsey and Melissa experienced hearing a sound like a windmill spinning before the activity around them kicked up a notch. Lindsey also tells us abo...
1hr 7m Jul 29, 2024
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Members Preview | 673: Greece's Portal Island
In episode 673: Greece's Portal Island, Christos joins from Greece to share about his strange encounters on the island of Kos and beyond. Christos recounts his experiences with mysterious creatures, unexplained time loops, and unusual lights in the sky. He describes a bizarre creature with arachnoid legs and hair, appearing in the middle of nowhere, and a night filled with strange lights perfor...
23m Jul 25, 2024
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Realm Invaders | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
This morning Tony will explore the bizarre AI spoof phenomenon, discuss the shocking UFO sightings linked to the assassination attempt of Donald Trump, and analyze the eerie footage of the Hatman caught on camera at an accident scene. Are the realms spilling over with entities from other realms into ours? MEET TONY AT: 7/27/24 - Smokey Mountain Bigfoot Conference: http://smokymountainbigfootco...
1hr 37m Jul 24, 2024
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672: The Farm Of Terror
In episode 672: The Farm Of Terror, Eric Mintel, from Eric Mintel Investigates (https://www.youtube.com/@ericmintelinvestigates9241) , shares his extraordinary journey from performing at the White House to exploring the mysteries of the supernatural. He explains the chilling encounters and eerie phenomena that he has documented, from ghostly apparitions and UFO sightings to cryptid investigatio...
1hr 16m Jul 23, 2024
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RELOADED | 430: Chipped In My Chest
In Episode 430: Chipped In My Chest we are joined by Nick. He reached out to the show to talk about the paranormal experiences he had in life leading up to his incarceration. He has dealt with demonic entities, UFOs, and pulling a chip out of his chest. Then in the Overtime Nick shares about the amazingly supernatural experiences he had during his 7-month stay in jail that will leave the listen...
1hr 29m Jul 22, 2024
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Iron Don | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
Join us on this past Weird Wednesday Wake-Up replay! We had an incredible time discussing some extraordinary topics. First, we talked about Donald Trump receiving an Iron Man suit from Elon Musk, who claims to be an alien and uses his tech prowess to build it. We also delved into the mystery of a moon tunnel and questioned whether we ever truly went to the moon. Plus, we celebrated a major mile...
2hr 59m Jul 19, 2024
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Members Preview | 671: The Moon Eyed People
In episode 671: The Moon Eyed People, Shannon and Michael join Tony to recount their spine-chilling encounters and unexpected past. Mike begins by sharing his encounter with the legendary Moon Eyed People in the Smoky Mountains. What began as a night of drinking and storytelling turned into a surreal experience when he and his friend Daniel stumbled upon small, ghostly figures performing a ritu...
21m Jul 18, 2024
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670: Weaponized Portals
In episode 670: Weaponized Portals, Jessica Jones, a seasoned researcher and investigator, joins the show to share her spine-chilling experiences from over a decade of fieldwork, including a recent investigation of a Skinwalker cave in Tennessee and encounters with mysterious orbs and ETs. She dives into the mysterious cube portal in the Meadow, that was previously discussed on episode 617: The...
1hr 35m Jul 16, 2024
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RELOADED | 158: The Green Light Alien
On Episode 158: The Green Light Alien, we have John joining The Confessionals to share his strange and  various experiences with us. He specifically shares an encounter with an alien he had as a kid that was later confirmed by someone else who had the same experience! MEET TONY AT: 7/27/24 - Smokey Mountain Bigfoot Conference: http://smokymountainbigfootconference.com/ (http://smokymountainbig...
1hr 2m Jul 15, 2024
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Introducing: After Dark with Wes and Tony
AFTER DARK will be a live show hosted by Wes Germer from Sasquatch Chronicles and Tony Merkel of The Confessionals. This exclusive, members-only show will feature live video call-in lines, providing a unique platform for deep dives into intriguing topics that each host finds fascinating but may not typically explore on their respective shows. From the potential advanced technologies used by anc...
1m Jul 12, 2024
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Members Preview | 669: The Church Of Unhallowed Ground
In episode 669: The Church Of Unhallowed Ground, Peter John begins this conversation by recounting a bizarre childhood encounter with a large moon that seemed to approach his window, a memory confirmed by his brother but confounding their mother due to an unexplained time lapse. This sets the stage for Peter's adult encounters after purchasing a decommissioned church. While renovating the churc...
19m Jul 11, 2024
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Transportation Revolution | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
Let's talk about the mind-blowing advancements transforming our world! From AI-driven cars to mysterious UFO crashes and groundbreaking fuel-free flight technology, discover how the future of transportation is unfolding before our eyes. They're revolutionizing the way we move! MEET TONY AT: 7/27/24 - Smokey Mountain Bigfoot Conference: http://smokymountainbigfootconference.com/ (http://smokymo...
1hr 37m Jul 10, 2024
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668: Mushroom Man Cabin
In episode 668: Mushroom Man Cabin, Tony sits down with Joe Stauffer, a seasoned filmmaker with over 20 years of experience, to discuss their latest project, "The Sasquologist." They share behind-the-scenes stories from their time filming in the Smoky Mountains, revealing the challenges and triumphs of shooting on location. Joe's candid recounting of technical mishaps, such as trying to capture...
1hr 58m Jul 09, 2024
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RELOADED | 63: The Bigfoot and Dogman of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is more mysterious than many realize. Out-of-staters think of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh and then conclude that Pennsylvania is an industrialized state without much wilderness to explore. However, the reality is that between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh there are 300+ miles of deep, dense wild forests. Tonight, Kirk joins The Confessionals to share his first cryptid encounter with ...
1hr 6m Jul 08, 2024
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Members Preview | 667: Walking Into Dream Realms
In episode 667: Walking Into Dream Realms, Brandon talks about his lucid dreaming and astral projection experiences. He shares his journey from mastering lucid dreaming, to exploring the astral realm through guided meditation. He recounts chilling encounters with a sinister entity, finding solace and protection through his faith in Jesus Christ. Tony and Brandon also dive into familiar spirits,...
22m Jul 04, 2024
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Weird Colorado | Weird Wednesday Wake Up
Kickstart your hump day with a delightful dose of the unexpected on "Weird Wednesday Wakeup." Join us and let the good vibes flow! MEET TONY AT: 7/27/24 - Smokey Mountain Bigfoot Conference: http://smokymountainbigfootconference.com/ (http://smokymountainbigfootconference.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3H1no10fAa3kfXvfNYtdI8WY3RtFFlleFD5L6kC5PTNkHIwZfjolqeTCE_aem_WlE6b-BN8T8SkcR5q6ThCg) 8/1/2...
1hr 9m Jul 03, 2024
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665: Bloodlines of Monsters
In Episode 665: Nathan Reynolds, shares his harrowing journey from being born into a secretive family with a dark legacy to his experiences as an elite operative. In this gripping interview, Nathan reveals the chilling realities of his upbringing, which involved encounters with otherworldly monsters and participation in covert military operations. He talks about the hidden realms and secret soc...
1hr 51m Jul 02, 2024
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RELOADED | 266: Hell, Heaven, and Back
In Episode 266: Hell, Heaven, and Back, we speak with Jason and Amy, a married couple who endured a traumatic experience that most people can't even imagine. Jason has congenital adrenal hyperplasia and nearly died from the condition multiple times as a child. On December 9, 2016, after eating some take-out food, Jason's medical issues were triggered, and this time, he did die. He was dead for ...
1hr 38m Jul 01, 2024
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Members Preview | 664: Church Channeler
In episode 664: Church Channeler, David recounts his eerie childhood encounters with Clifford, a faceless, long-fingered entity, and a mysterious man in old-fashioned clothing seen under and around his house. Together, Tony and David dive into theories about portals, reality shifts, and the area's cave systems, linking them to Kentucky's history and local disappearances. They then touch on dogm...
19m Jun 27, 2024
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