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The Confessionals

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  • The truth is stranger than fiction. The Confessionals Podcast explores the true stories of witnesses to the world of unexplained phenomena. As an interview-based podcast, host Tony Merkel holds conversations with everyday individuals who share their unique experiences crossing paths with the unexplainable and with dedicated researchers delving into realms of high strangeness.
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  • Members Preview | 652: Ancient Dogmen

    Members Preview | 652: Ancient Dogmen
    May 16 2024
    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 beings are one of the most thoroughly documented cryptids, connecting them to the Nephilim of biblical lore. He also examines the Catholic Church's discourse on the potential salvation of these creatures through Christ. Highlighting the importance of historical narratives, Seth challenges the dismissal of the Cynocephali as mere myths. He references works like Herodotus' Histories and Hittite cuneiform tablets that document the Cynocephali's integration into rituals and worship. Seth's discussion also ties these dog-headed figures to the three races mentioned in the Book of Jubilees and Enoch, suggesting a deeper, perhaps obscured connection to the Nephilim and exploring why these narratives might have been suppressed. 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://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: 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 Nephilim Blaster 2000: https://alnk.to/9mnHak1 Bluecosmo Satellite phones: https://alnk.to/e769Eip See Bigfoot with Sionyx night vision: https://alnk.to/bEhxr3F Emergency medical with My Medic: https://alnk.to/dpr6QM4 Black Beard Fire Starters: https://alnk.to/4BFcIbe EcoFlow Power Generators: https://alnk.to/flvpAQw GoDark Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/5jke3rk EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS FACTOR MEALS: factormeals.com/confessionals50 SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals Hello Fresh: hellofresh.com/confessionalsfree Promo Code: "confessionalsfree" for FREE BREAKFAST FOR LIFE!!! CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter 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 - Missing YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
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    19 mins
  • 651: Expedition Bigfoot With Russell Acord

    651: Expedition Bigfoot With Russell Acord
    May 14 2024
    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 terrain. Russell passionately advocates for a humane approach to researching cryptids, insisting that it's possible to collect evidence without causing harm. His tales from the field are filled with spine-chilling encounters with the inexplicable, each story intensifying his resolve to conquer his fears. Tony and Russell then debate the truth of Bigfoot’s existence, flirting with theories of interdimensional beings and pondering the creature’s true nature. Tony then introduces Russell to the concept of the "Clickitat Ape Cat", a rare and regional cryptid brought to prominence by James Szubski, a previous guest. They even spend time planning a 3 day dogman hunt! Russell Acord Website: https://www.russellacord.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russell.acord/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RussellAcordPublicFigure 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=jZCQUV_br9k 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: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: merkelfilms.com Watch Expedition Dogman: merkelfilms.com AFFILIATES Prepare with Valley Food Storage: https://alnk.to/2uG55AO Get your Nephilim Blaster 2000: https://alnk.to/9mnHak1 Bluecosmo Satellite phones: https://alnk.to/e769Eip See Bigfoot with Sionyx night vision: https://alnk.to/bEhxr3F Emergency medical with My Medic: https://alnk.to/dpr6QM4 Black Beard Fire Starters: https://alnk.to/4BFcIbe EcoFlow Power Generators: https://alnk.to/flvpAQw GoDark Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/5jke3rk EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter 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 - Missing YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • RELOADED | 260: Ghosts, Aliens, Bigfoot, and Enoch

    RELOADED | 260: Ghosts, Aliens, Bigfoot, and Enoch
    May 13 2024
    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 to Emma who was visited by a shadow man for upwards of six years, and whose encounters would last for hours! As we talk, we get on the topic of the extra-canonical book called ‘Enoch’ and what that book entails. 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://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ Become a member for AD FREE listening and EXTRA shows: theconfessionalspodcast.com/join Watch The Shape of Shadows: merkelfilms.com Watch Expedition Dogman: merkelfilms.com AFFILIATES Prepare with Valley Food Storage: https://alnk.to/2uG55AO Get your Nephilim Blaster 2000: https://alnk.to/9mnHak1 Bluecosmo Satellite phones: https://alnk.to/e769Eip See Bigfoot with Sionyx night vision: https://alnk.to/bEhxr3F Emergency medical with My Medic: https://alnk.to/dpr6QM4 Black Beard Fire Starters: https://alnk.to/4BFcIbe EcoFlow Power Generators: https://alnk.to/flvpAQw GoDark Faraday Bags: https://alnk.to/5jke3rk EMP Shield: empshield.com Coupon Code: "tony" for $50 off every item you purchase! SPONSORS SIMPLISAFE TODAY: simplisafe.com/confessionals CONNECT WITH US Website: www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email: contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.theconfessionalspodcast.com/the-newsletter 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 - Missing YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
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    1 hr and 9 mins
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Loved this Episode

one of my favourite episodes. What Tony said about passing his kids rooms and praying for them, asking spirits to stay away from them. My dad used to do this when i was a kid as well. He has his third eye open and in our culture, we call it walking between 2 worlds so he can see entities and has clairvoyant dreams.

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Love it!

Fascinating every time! Tony’s a great host and I look forward to listening. I’m working my way through all episodes so listen every day.

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I confess... I love this show!

Tony Merkel has such an incredible reputation and presentation for the weird and wild stories!

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Interesting and fun!

This show is interesting and fun. Tiny is a great host who allows the individuals he interviews to really tell their story.

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Tony is amazing

Best podcast ever, such interesting topics. Tony Merkel is fantastic.
Thank you Merkel media!!
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The Best Paranormal Podcast Out There!

I found out about The Confessionals through Sasquatch Chronicles. I figured that if Wes Germer from SC said his show was good that I'd give it a try, well...now I'm a full blown Confessionals addict! As far as I'm concerned Tony Merkel is the best host out there and the Confessionals is the best paranormal podcast, period.

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Great Podcast

Always something interesting and thought provoking. Quality content and still entertaining. This is one of the best podcasts I have heard so far.

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Great story!

The flow was nice and I found the witness cedible. I also like the host story.

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Tony Merkel is the best

this podcast is great. been listening for at least three years now. love it. became a member.

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Do not listen!

This guy is just full of crap. Very boring to listen. It all started good but then he got money hungry and started charging to listen to “better episodes” that are not even good anyways.

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