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The Confessionals

The Confessionals

By: Merkel Media
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 The Confessionals is where the unexplained meets raw, firsthand testimony. Through in-depth conversations, we explore encounters with the supernatural, interdimensional phenomena, cryptids, and mysteries that defy conventional understanding. From eerie paranormal activity and chilling Dogman sightings to UFOs, UAPs, and government cover-ups, each episode pulls back the veil on the hidden forces shaping our reality. If you’re drawn to the unknown, step into The Confessionals, where the stories are real and the mysteries are endless.


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  • RELOADED | 407: Native American Battle House

    RELOADED | 407: Native American Battle House
    Jun 30 2025
    In Episode 407: Native American Battle House, we are joined by Jenny. She and her ex-husband bought their first home in 2003. Almost from the time they moved in, weird things started to happen, like hearing a voice through the baby monitor that talked to Jenny’s infant son and knocks on Jenny’s brother’s bedroom door. As time went on, she also saw shadow people, orbs and things that moved on their own; heard footsteps and conversations that stopped as she approached; and witnessed a full body apparition. But it was not until her son had experiences that left him too scared to sleep that Jenny finally contacted a paranormal team to investigate the house. She had hoped they could provide a rational explanation for the things that were happening around her, but that would not be the case. The team informed her that not only was she experiencing paranormal activity, but whatever the source of the activity really was, it was not very nice. Following the investigation, Jenny and her family blessed the house and contacted a shaman, a second paranormal team, a touch psychic, and a medium – but despite their intervention, the paranormal activity remained so strong they ultimately ended up abandoning their home completely.

    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

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    My First Sermon: Unseen Battles

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    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
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    Twitter: @TConfessionals
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    Produced by: @jack_theproducer
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Members Preview | 769: Shattering The Chains of Spiritual Oppression

    Members Preview | 769: Shattering The Chains of Spiritual Oppression
    Jun 26 2025
    What happens when a witch renounces her past and all hell breaks loose, literally? In this jaw-dropping interview, returning guest Shannon, recounts how her family's descent into chaos began after receiving an innocent-looking book...that unleashed a demonic nightmare. From bizarre sleep paralysis and terrifying visions to her five-year-old becoming tormented by an unseen force, Shannon shares how occult remnants gave dark entities a foothold in their home. But what came next, deliverance, healing, and spiritual warfare, is just the beginning of her story.

    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

    My New YouTube Channel
    Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL
    My First Sermon: Unseen Battles

    Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com
    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

    OUTRO MUSIC
    Joel Thomas - Imposter
    YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
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    20 mins
  • 768: The Aliens Screwed Up the Abduction

    768: The Aliens Screwed Up the Abduction
    Jun 24 2025
    What if your family barbecue was interrupted by a UFO returning your brother from an abduction? A surreal sighting triggers decades of suppressed memories, shared encounters, and chilling threats from mantis-like entities. The brothers recall walking through walls, mind control, and their mother’s abduction in 1959, revealing a dark, interdimensional agenda. This isn’t just another alien story…it’s the one they never wanted told.

    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

    My New YouTube Channel
    Merkel IRL: @merkelIRL
    My First Sermon: Unseen Battles

    Sasquatch and The Missing Man: merkelfilms.com
    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

    OUTRO MUSIC
    Joel Thomas - Imposter
    YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify
    Show more Show less
    2 hrs and 44 mins
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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.

Loved this Episode

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

I confess... I love this show!

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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.

Love it!

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

Interesting and fun!

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Best podcast ever, such interesting topics. Tony Merkel is fantastic.
Thank you Merkel media!!
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Tony is amazing

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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.

The Best Paranormal Podcast Out There!

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

Great Podcast

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

Great story!

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

Tony Merkel is the best

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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.

Do not listen!

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