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RELOADED | 26: ORBDUCTION - Alta & Chad Dillard (Part 2)
Aug 17, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Episode 26 features Alta and Chad Dillard in Part Two of a two-part show. During their interview, Alta and Chad recall a bizarre night they experienced in the French Quarter of New Orleans when both they and a friend were abducted. After they awakened in their own homes, no one had the same story to tell. BUY ORBDUCTED by Alta and Chad Dillard: https://www.etsy.com/listing/539922009/orbducted-in-the-french-quarter Orbducted Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ORBDUCTED Website: www.theconfes…
America's Vampire Underground: Blood Rituals & the Lost Netflix Documentary | Slingshot Nation
Aug 14, 2026 · 2 hr 8 min
On this episode of Slingshot Nation, we dive into the disturbing world of American vampires, beginning with the mysterious death of George Gall and claims that he was sacrificed as part of occult vampire activity. His story was set to be explored in the Netflix documentary "Vampires in the Gem City", but the project was unexpectedly cancelled just before its release date. We connect that case to other strange accounts and encounters recorded on The Confessionals, including James’ terrifying expe…
Members Preview | 888: His Warning After Seeing the Other Side
Aug 13, 2026 · 10 min
Could the spiritual realm be operating around us right now—and most of us have no idea? In this gripping conversation, Tony sits down with Simba to unpack his extraordinary claims of encountering hell, heaven, demonic forces, and the overwhelming power of Jesus Christ. Simba describes a spiritual reality he says completely transformed how he understands prayer, Scripture, eternity, and the unseen battle surrounding everyday life. His message after returning is urgent and unmistakable: heaven is…
887: What Extreme Trauma Does to the Human Mind
Aug 11, 2026 · 2 hr 41 min
Some wounds can't be seen, but they can shape an entire lifetime. Tony Merkel welcomes Kelly Hawley, who has spent decades helping survivors of extreme trauma find healing through Jesus Christ and Warrior Bride Ministries. Kelly shares why she believes many people have lived their entire lives trapped by fear and hidden emotional wounds that few truly understand. She explains how trauma can profoundly affect the human mind and why genuine restoration begins with Christ rather than simply coping…
RELOADED | 138: Sasquatch Chronicles Campfire Talk
Aug 10, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
Wes from Sasquatch Chronicles hosts a round-table discussion with Brent and Don from Paranormal Portal and Tony from The Confessionals on all things cryptid and paranormal! Join us as we share our thoughts on the crazy stuff! 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,…
The Loch Ness Monster, UFOs & What's Beneath the Water | Slingshot Nation
Aug 7, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
The mystery of Loch Ness just got even stranger. With six new Loch Ness Monster sightings this year, reports of intense UFO activity over the loch, and eerie connections to deep water, portals, and the supernatural, we're asking whether these phenomena are all part of the same mystery. Plus, we revisit the growing Black Panther reports from East Tennessee and explore why these impossible encounters keep happening. If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donati…
Members Preview | 886: Mysteries Of The Dead Sea Scrolls
Aug 6, 2026 · 22 min
Could hidden prophecies preserved for nearly 2,000 years reveal a deeper understanding of the Bible than most Christians have ever been taught? Tony Merkel sits down with author and researcher Josh Peck for a fascinating exploration of the Dead Sea Scrolls, uncovering why these ancient manuscripts may be more important today than ever before. Josh explains how the Essenes, the Book of Enoch, the Dead Sea Scroll calendar, and overlooked biblical prophecy connect in ways that challenge long-held a…
885: The Search for America's Giants
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 hr 44 min
What if the evidence for biblical giants is hiding in plain sight? In this episode, Travis Roy joins Tony Merkel to recount the terrifying night he witnessed a massive humanoid sprint across a dark Texas road, an encounter that launched years of investigating giant footprints and ancient mysteries. As his search deepened, Travis uncovered fossilized human tracks that he believes challenge conventional history and raise profound questions about the Nephilim, ancient America, and the biblical reco…
RELOADED | 395: The Mysterious Randonautica
Aug 3, 2026 · 1 hr 58 min
In Episode 395: The Mysterious Randonautica, we are joined by Josh Lengfelder, the CEO of the Randonautica app! Ever since the Randonautica app was released, we’ve received emails from listeners asking for our thoughts and opinions about it. Some people love the app and enjoy the random adventures that it takes them on, while others feel there is something dark and sinister behind it. Some people have even accused the app makers of foul play. As the app’s founder, Josh discusses Randonautica wit…
Members Preview | 884: Surviving a Real Rake Encounter
Jul 30, 2026 · 16 min
What if the terrifying supernatural encounter that haunted your childhood was never random? Join Tony Merkel as he sits down with Aron, who shares how years of being stalked by a mysterious, rake-like creature ultimately led him through fear, deception, witchcraft, and a desperate search for truth before he encountered the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. Rather than letting darkness define his story, Aron explains how those experiences became the foundation for a ministry focused on exposin…
883: Demonic Hijacking of Spiritual Gifts & Prophetic Warnings About 2028
Jul 28, 2026 · 2 hr 15 min
What if the voice you think is from God is actually leading you toward deception? Joseph Z joins Tony Merkel to reveal the supernatural encounter that launched his prophetic calling. From that life-changing experience, he explains how God began shaping his understanding of the prophetic, why counterfeit spiritual experiences are becoming more convincing, and how believers can develop the discernment needed to recognize truth in an increasingly deceptive world. Rather than living in fear, Joseph…
RELOADED | 25: ORBDUCTION - Alta & Chad Dillard (Part1)
Jul 27, 2026 · 1 hr 43 min
Episode 25 features Alta and Chad Dillard in Part One of a two-part show. During their interview, Alta and Chad recall a bizarre night they experienced in the French Quarter of New Orleans when both they and a friend were abducted. After they awakened in their own homes, no one had the same story to tell. BUY ORBDUCTED by Alta and Chad 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 medica…
Tennessee's Cryptid Hotspots Exposed w/Matt Seeber & Martin Groves | Slingshot Nation
Jul 24, 2026 · 3 hr 3 min
East Tennessee has become a hotspot for some of the strangest cryptid encounters in the country. Returning guest Martin Groves joins first-time guest Matt Seeber to share firsthand experiences, years of field research, and the patterns they've uncovered across the region. From Dogman and Bigfoot to panther-like black cats and other unexplained creatures, they explore the reports that continue to surface throughout Tennessee. If you've ever wondered what's really roaming the mountains and forests…
Members Preview | 882: Dogman's Interdimensional Portals Revisited
Jul 23, 2026 · 28 min
After the incredible response to the first watch-along, Tony returns to revisit Episode 510, "Dogman Interdimensional Portals," the conversation that sparked one of the biggest paradigm shifts in the history of The Confessionals. Looking back with years of hindsight, he reflects on how this interview helped change the way he viewed the paranormal, dreams, and the spiritual realities behind them. Originally featuring Hunter, the episode follows his terrifying account of encountering a dogman in a…
881: The Nephilim, Alien Implants & the Giant Cover-Up | L.A. Marzulli
Jul 21, 2026 · 1 hr 45 min
What if the Bible has been explaining the UFO phenomenon all along? Tony Merkel welcomes L.A. Marzulli to discuss why he believes the Nephilim are central to understanding the growing fascination with UFOs and the supernatural. Drawing from decades of firsthand research, L.A. shares remarkable stories that have shaped his conclusions about hidden archaeological discoveries and their possible biblical significance. He also explains how Genesis 3:15 and the Book of Enoch influence his understandin…
RELOADED | 422: Fighting Your Demons
Jul 20, 2026 · 1 hr 39 min
In Episode 422: Fighting Your Demons, we are joined by Chip and Josh. Chip contacted the show to share his experiences with the paranormal that he has been dealing with his whole life. After listening to The Confessionals Chip started gaining new tactics on how to handle the demonic attachments in his life. Chip also invited his friend Josh onto the show to share what he has seen as well. Josh is a police officer that has had his own run-ins with demonic influences while on duty. Both men come t…
New UFO Files, Nazi Tech & the NHI Mystery | Slingshot Nation
Jul 19, 2026 · 1 hr 45 min
Today we're breaking down the newest UFO document release and asking the questions almost nobody else is asking. We'll examine what these files actually say about non-human intelligence (NHI), why the government continues releasing information without providing any real context, and whether the public is being guided toward a predetermined conclusion rather than the truth. We'll also dive into the documents' references to German flying saucer projects, Project Paperclip, reverse-engineering clai…
Flock Cameras, AI & the Orwellian Surveillance State They're Building | Slingshot Nation
Jul 17, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min
Are Flock cameras really about public safety, or are they laying the foundation for a surveillance state powered by AI? In this episode of Slingshot Nation Live, we investigate how Flock cameras, facial recognition, AI, drones, and emerging technologies like 6G could reshape privacy, policing, and personal freedom. We examine the promises behind these systems, the concerns surrounding mass data collection, and how rapidly advancing AI may change the relationship between citizens, corporations, a…
Members Preview | 880: Skinwalker Ranch Hitchhiker
Jul 16, 2026 · 15 min
What happens when a trip to Skinwalker Ranch follows you home? Tony Merkel welcomes Thomas Jenkins to share the chilling story of what was supposed to be a father-daughter adventure into one of the world's most infamous paranormal hotspots. Instead, they found themselves surrounded by glowing UFOs, mysterious orbs, bizarre creatures, unexplained portal-like phenomena, and a series of terrifying encounters that only intensified after they returned home. Together, Tony and Thomas compare firsthand…
879: The Watchers, AI & the Portals Between Worlds | Darren Stott
Jul 14, 2026 · 2 hr 27 min
Could the world's obsession with AI, portals, and the supernatural be fulfilling an ancient spiritual deception? In this powerful conversation, Tony Merkel sits down with pastor and author Darren Stott to explore biblical portals, spiritual warfare, and the unseen battle shaping today's culture. They reveal how modern technology and supernatural experiences echo patterns found throughout Scripture while exposing the dangers of counterfeit spiritual power. Most importantly, Darren explains why Je…
RELOADED | 542: Weaponization Of UAPs | From Rendlesham Forest to Artificial Intelligence
Jul 13, 2026 · 2 hr 7 min
In Episode 542: Weaponization Of UAPs | From Rendlesham Forest to Artificial Intelligence we are joined by John Burroughs to talk about what he saw during his legendary 3-day encounter with UAPs in Rendlesham Forest in 1980. The Rendlesham Forest incident is possibly just as important or more so than Roswell. John came on to talk about what his experience was and also what he thinks the purpose of it was. We talk about how Project Blue Beam could play into the future of UAP sightings and collect…
CERN, Mandela Effects & The Dolly Parton Rabbit Hole | Slingshot Nation
Jul 10, 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
Did CERN shutting down actually change anything? Across social media, people are claiming time feels different, they’re sleeping better, and even old Mandela Effects are returning. Today we examine the claims surrounding CERN’s shutdown, the science behind its massive upgrade, and the conspiracy theories exploding online. But first, we head down one of the strangest rabbit holes yet—Dolly Parton, occult symbolism, Taylor Swift, and the surprising connections people on the internet are making. Pl…
Members Preview | 878: Her Third Eye Opened a Door to Demons
Jul 9, 2026 · 21 min
What if your search for spiritual enlightenment opened the door to something far more terrifying than you ever imagined? Tony Merkel sits down with Charisse and her husband Marco as they share an extraordinary testimony of growing up in a family influenced by the occult before years of immersion in New Age beliefs led to a frightening battle with unseen spiritual forces. After exploring practices that promised healing and personal power, Charisse found herself facing disturbing supernatural enco…
877: Dogman, Crawlers & Translucent Creatures Stalk North Carolina Woods | Carolina Case Files
Jul 7, 2026 · 2 hr 3 min
What if one terrifying 911 call was only the beginning of a much larger mystery? Tony Merkel welcomes Rusty from Carolina Case Files to reveal the chilling investigation that thrust his team into the center of one of the internet's most unsettling paranormal stories. As their conversation unfolds, they uncover eerie witness accounts that point toward a hidden reality lurking in the forests of North Carolina, where credible eyewitnesses continue to report encounters that defy explanation. The dis…
RELOADED | 327: Legion
Jul 6, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
In Episode 327: Legion, we are joined by Caden, who shares stories from his childhood in his family home. Caden reveals some rather scary experiences that he believes were demonic in nature. When he went off to college, he became involved in a campus ministry, where he experienced things that changed his life and left him with no doubts that the spiritual realm is very real. He recounts the story of a demonically possessed girl who, during an exorcism, exhibited supernatural strength and reveale…
Extreme Heat. Massive Earthquakes. Is the Sun the Missing Link? | Slingshot Nation
Jul 3, 2026 · 1 hr 38 min
The world feels like it is shaking, literally and figuratively. Across the United States and Europe, brutal heat waves are pushing temperatures into dangerous territory, straining power grids, overwhelming cities, and raising serious questions about what is happening to our planet. At the same time, Venezuela has been rocked by powerful earthquakes, with strange reports of lights in the sky leaving people wondering if these events are simply natural disasters — or signs of something deeper. On t…
Members Preview | 876: Alien Abductions and Spiritual Warfare
Jul 2, 2026 · 18 min
What if the UFO phenomenon is actually part of a spiritual war that has been hidden in plain sight for generations? In this episode, Derek Hallancia sits down with author Karen Wilkinson for a deep conversation about alien abduction experiences, biblical prophecy, and the coming age of UFO disclosure through a Christian worldview. Karen shares her personal testimony, explains how she found freedom through Jesus Christ, and discusses why she believes discernment is essential as deception increase…
875: The Deliverance That Changed Everything | Billy Hallowell
Jun 30, 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
What if the battle shaping our world is happening in a realm most people never see? Billy Hallowell joins Tony Merkel for a gripping conversation on spiritual warfare, angels, demons, deliverance, miracles, UFO disclosure, and AI. Billy shares personal encounters that forced him to confront the reality of the supernatural and rethink how Christians should understand the unseen realm. Together, they expose why the modern church must wake up to the spiritual battle described in Scripture. This epi…
RELOADED | 653: Super Soldier's Teleportation
Jun 29, 2026 · 1 hr 41 min
In episode 653: Super Soldier's Teleportation, James Szubski, from episode 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 reports of strange phenomena, including sightings of Sasquatch, UFOs, and a mysterious black panther creature. Notably, there are accounts of an 11-foot-tall Sasquatch-like being. However, that is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to James's story.…
Something’s Happening in East Tennessee... and People Are Starting to Talk | Slingshot Nation
Jun 26, 2026 · 1 hr 42 min
Something strange is happening in East Tennessee, and the stories keep finding their way to one small pizza shop. We’re joined by Eddie from Legends & Lore Pizzeria to share firsthand accounts from customers who claim they’ve encountered Bigfoot, Dogman, black panthers, UFOs, and other unexplained creatures around Highway 411, Madisonville, and the surrounding Tennessee mountains. Take Control of Your Money and claim $10 in US Stablecoin (USA₮)! Download now at http://wallet.rumble.com/Confessio…
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