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The Confessionals

Merkel Media
Spiritual Warfare
Ufos
Bigfoot
Christianity
Human Trafficking
Paranormal Activity
Dogman
Nephilim
Witchcraft
Supernatural Experiences
Artificial Intelligence
Supernatural Encounters
Paranormal Experiences
Jesus Christ
Paranormal Phenomena
Demons
Cryptids
Shroud Of Turin
Time Travel
Portals

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 sh... more

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Recent Guests

Nils Glenn
Bible creator on Instagram; explores deeper and stranger parts of scripture
Instagram / YouTube
Episode: 871: There's a Serpent War Hidden in the Bible | Nils Glenn
Dave Zed
Creator and host of Generation Zed Podcast
Generation Zed Podcast
Episode: RELOADED | 466: What Is CERN?
Kristina Costanza
Former ghost hunter and paranormal TV personality
Paranormal TV programs, Travel Channel, Bio Channel
Episode: 869: A Ghost Hunter’s Escape From the Occult
John Bevere
Author and Speaker; discussed the second coming
John Bevere Ministries
Episode: 867: What the Dead Sea Scrolls Revealed About the Second Coming | John Bevere
Derek Alencia
CIA source referenced in discussion
Episode: Members Preview | 866: Investigating The CIA’s Gateway Process Document
Dave Bryan
Pastor, Church of Glad Tidings
Church of Glad Tidings
Episode: 863: This Pastor Cast Out a Werewolf Spirit | Pastor Dave Bryan
Terence Endence
Throat Singing King on TikTok
TikTok creator
Episode: RELOADED | 442: The Bigfoot Summoner
Krista Black
Musician and speaker who shares her redemption story
Speaker and author (The Confessionals guest)
Episode: 861: The Second Heaven Nearly Took Everything | Christa Black Singh
Joseph Zee
Pastor attending the meetings, ministry leader
Pastor
Episode: I Was in the Pastor Alien Disclosure Meeting… It’s Real, But Not What You Think | Slingshot Nation

Hosts

Tony Merkel
Host of The Confessionals; guides discussions on paranormal topics through a Christian lens
Jack Merkel
Host/Producer focusing on coordinating segments and panel discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10.3k ratings
  • Episode #466

    Usually love this podcast, but who gave the guest on episode #466 a thesaurus? Talking utter nonsense with long words. Had to put a different episode on

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    El Morrison
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • My grandfather is Scott carpenter

    He was great at talking about my grandpa but what is that about the portals and I think they made a episode with my dad Tharp in one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gamer girl Eden
    United States20 days ago
  • Jesus Saves

    Thank God for Tony and his crew!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mommalette247
    United States22 days ago
  • Money Hungry

    Watched from the very beginning. Tony has become very money hungry. Leaves crumbs with shows that aren’t so interesting but the good ones are all monetized. He makes enough from views alone but Tony wants more. All in the name of Jesus. Jesus provides for him without him being so money hungry.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Laanee
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mixed bag

    I was very critical of this podcast a couple years ago, when many stories seemed embellished and forced. However, as time has gone on, Tony has matured and greatly improved as a podcaster and interviewer. The Confessionals has become a regular listen, and I am intrigued with almost every episode as well as enjoying his Christian faith platform. Also, his connections to my local area (Berks County, PA) hit close to my heart.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Malfnctn
    United Statesa month ago

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Many praise the show for addressing tough topics with discernment and prayer.
Listeners appreciate frank storytelling and faith-forward framing of mysteries.

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871: There's a Serpent War Hidden in the Bible | Nils Glenn
Q: What does the future look like for your health and your work?
Clinically, there's no cure yet, but I remain hopeful about medical advances and gene therapies, while continuing to steward my calling to teach about Scripture, relying on God's sovereignty and using content to encourage others toward purposeful living, regardless of health challenges.
871: There's a Serpent War Hidden in the Bible | Nils Glenn
Q: What role does discernment play in your exploration of biblical topics that are outside the canonical text?
Discerning the line between what Scripture clearly says and what is extra-canonical requires humility and ongoing alignment with biblical revelation; extra-biblical materials can provide context, but they should not be treated as equal to canon, instead used to illuminate passage contexts and historical understandings.
867: What the Dead Sea Scrolls Revealed About the Second Coming | John Bevere
Q: What spawned your book The King Is Coming and why did you choose to focus on the second coming now?
I avoided the topic for decades because I feared it would lead to fear or lazy disciples, but through deep study I found a compelling imperative: the church needs to understand the season to live holy and disciple nations without obsessing over dates.
RELOADED | 621: The Coming Nephilim Wars
Q: Can you give a taste of what book four will cover and how it ties into the current themes?
Book four is expected to dive deeper into fringe topics, including interdimensional technology and the Mark of the Beast, connecting ancient texts to contemporary occult interpretations and prophecies.
RELOADED | 621: The Coming Nephilim Wars
Q: What is your take on how normal humans can participate in or resist this coming conflict with giants?
Humans should prepare through education, prayer, and strategic, peaceful engagement—planting seeds of understanding while avoiding sensationalism, and recognizing the role of faith communities in preparing for end-time events.

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This show braids first-person paranormal experiences with Christian faith, often unpacking encounters with UFOs, cryptids, and other unexplained phenomena through a spiritual lens. Conversations frequently weave in historical lore, current events, and media literacy, with a focus on discernment, deliverance, and biblical viewpoints. A standout trait is the blend of investigative storytelling, live panel dynamics, and theological reflection, which tends to attract listeners who want provocative topics grounded in faith and personal testimony. Potential listeners may value transparent storytelling, critical thinking about evidence, and discussions that aim to reconcile mystery with a Christian worldview.

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1. Nils Glenn
2. Dave Zed
3. Kristina Costanza
4. John Bevere
5. Derek Alencia
6. Dave Bryan
7. Terence Endence
8. Krista Black

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