The Confessionals
Merkel Media
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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Feb 27, 2026 • 1h 10min
Is Alien Disclosure the Next Great Deception? | Slingshot Nation
A fast-moving look at the political push for alien and UAP disclosure and why the language shift matters. Discussion of possible coordinated narratives tying disclosures to scandals and occult influence. Exploration of how claims of advanced tech and healings could reshape religion and moral authority. Calls to guard churches, focus on Scripture, and prepare practically for turbulent times.
Feb 26, 2026 • 15min
Members Preview | 840: The Kandahar Giant Secret
Pastor Dave Bryan, a pastor and speaker who researches supernatural and biblical mysteries, shares jaw-dropping accounts. He discusses reported armored giants encountered in Kandahar and the aftermath. He also covers a private viewing claimed to show Noah’s Ark interior and the story of seven perfect red heifers linked to Temple prophecy.
Feb 24, 2026 • 2h 20min
839: Inside India’s Dark Spiritual Realm
Ben Brewer, a ministry partner who’s survived near-death and kidnapping encounters on mission trips to India. Troy Brewer, a pastor leading international rescues and rehabilitation for trafficking victims. They recount dangerous rescue missions, spiritual confrontations in temples and jungles, kidnappings and cartel run-ins, and how social media and dark networks enable trafficking.
Feb 23, 2026 • 1h 28min
RELOADED | 373: The Pentagram Under the Stairs
A woman recounts childhood paranormal brushings, from an imaginary friend with its own companion to seeing an angel and a shadowy demonic figure. She finds a hidden pentagram and odd ritual remains under a house, then describes eerie hiking encounters that hint at sasquatch. A lingering playful but unsettling presence tied to a deceased friend creates household mischief and family disturbances.
Feb 20, 2026 • 1h 22min
The Hidden Industry Preying on the Vulnerable | Slingshot Nation
Ben Brewer, son of Troy Brewer and a ministry member involved in rescue and humanitarian work, shares frontline stories. He discusses modern trafficking networks, tech-enabled grooming, systemic enablers, and global rescue efforts. The conversation highlights urgent prevention, outreach strategies, and ways listeners can support liberation work.
Feb 19, 2026 • 15min
Members Preview | 838: The Prince of Persia Is Rising
Ali Siadatan, UFO researcher and eyewitness to a 1999 Iran sighting, shares how that encounter sparked his study of Scripture and territorial spiritual powers. He connects the event to Daniel 10 and the Prince of Persia. The conversation also covers Iran’s rising revolution, economic collapse, generational shifts, and tensions with Israel.
Feb 17, 2026 • 2h 38min
837: The Secret Hill Where Autistic Children Meet Jesus
Joseph Infranco, pastor and author who researches non-speaking autistic communicators, discusses reports from spellers about a place called the Hill where people meet Jesus and angels. He explains spelling/AAC methods and argues for assuming competence. They explore spiritual sight, descriptions of the Hill’s worshipful landscape, discernment of counterfeit realms, and why these accounts matter for ministry.
Feb 16, 2026 • 1h 29min
RELOADED | 657: Lilith Comes Calling
Justin Kiser, researcher and biologist who studies wildlife sounds and cryptid fieldwork. Joel Thomas, former occult practitioner turned Christian minister who shares firsthand spiritual encounters. They recount eerie night woods encounters, discuss Lilith and woman-in-white legends, explore links between folklore, horned deities and bird-like figures, and reflect on occult allure, redemption and spiritual dangers.
Feb 13, 2026 • 3h 2min
Dogman, Missing Time, and the Light in the Woods | Slingshot Nation
A near-midnight light in the sky leads to missing time and an unnerving atmosphere shift in the woods. Reports of a massive bipedal presence, owl-like vocalizations that were not owls, and a piercing inhuman scream. Synchronicities and unsettling site history follow, plus questions about intention, targeting, and the boundary between coincidence and design.
Feb 12, 2026 • 22min
Members Preview | 836: How Epstein Blackmailed Her Into Silence
Audra Lynn Fasano, survivor and witness who testifies about involvement with Jeffrey Epstein’s network. She recounts being drawn into elite circles, alleged blackmail and threats against her family. The conversation covers trafficking, ritual abuse, intelligence ties, and claims about tech, ancient sites, and spiritual deliverance.
