In this emotionally charged episode, Tony hosts Taylor and Tami, a son and mother duo with a story that unfolds layers of family secrets, supernatural experiences, and a harrowing journey through darkness. Beginning with light-hearted exchanges about personal quirks and shared memories, the conversation quickly veers into the depths of their family's history, entangled with a religious cult known as "The Truth." As the narrative progresses, Taylor shares his move to Florida to pursue professional wrestling, only to return home to Albuquerque amidst his mother's divorce from a prominent politician, unraveling a series of events that would forever alter their lives.

The story takes a darker turn as Tami and Taylor get into their family's entanglement with the cult, culminating in a chilling confrontation with what they describe as pure demonic evil. Taylor's aspirations and his mother's escape from the cult's grasp serve as a backdrop to a broader discussion on faith, redemption, and the fight against an unseen malevolence that threatens to consume their lives. Through their account, they explore themes of betrayal, the quest for identity, and the power of resilience in the face of unimaginable horror. This episode is a gripping tale of survival, a testament to the strength of the human spirit, and a profound reflection on the nature of evil and the possibility of hope in darkness.

In Episode 632: Echoes Of Nephilim Bloodlines, we explore Hunter's chilling encounters with dogmen and his unexpected remote viewing of Tony's house. On a treasure hunt, Hunter captures images of dogman creatures, eerily resembling Ghostbusters' demon dogs, revealing fascinating aspects of their appearance. The narrative takes a supernatural twist as Hunter details a dream vividly describing Tony's home, which leaves them wondering if Hunter unexpectedly remote viewed Tony at his house. The episode intensifies with Hunter's observations at Tony's home, where he sees two black-cloaked beings standing behind him and following him into his house. Was this situation remote viewing, lucid dreaming, astral projection, or spiritual warfare? This episode surely will send listeners on a profound journey through the supernatural.

In Episode 630: Interdimensional (Gang) Stalkers, Abigail shares her extraordinary experiences with the paranormal. The first she shares her encounter with a Bigfoot-like creature during a family vacation. Abigail vividly describes how, as a child, she found herself lost in the woods, followed by an unseen entity. This culminated in a startling face-to-face encounter with a large, mysterious being that, was only 3 feet away from her. Despite its intimidating presence, she feels the interactions that followed lead to the idea that it helped her find her way back to safety.

Later, Abigail takes us into the mysterious happenings in her house, marked by a series of paranormal events. She describes inexplicable activities, such as objects moving on their own, and a feeling of being watched, which escalated over time. The situation took a sinister turn when strange people began appearing outside her house, acting oddly. These people came back over and over again presenting themselves in a manner that can only be defined as gang stalking. But when these people's presence started interfering with the home security cameras making them glitch and coinciding with items appearing in her home that were not hers, it made one pause to ponder alternative explanations. As Abigal details what all happened, we theorize these individuals might be interdimensional stalkers linked to the strange occurrences within her home, creating a narrative that intertwines the unexplained with the eerily tangible presence of these mysterious figures.

In Episode 628: Loki’s Bride, we talk about the extraordinary and mystical experiences of Stephenie, whose life has been intertwined with Loki, the Norse god. Stephenie shares her unique experiences, from witnessing the Marfa Mystery Lights to a comforting spiritual moment with Jesus. The journey intensifies with eerie events at a haunted Seattle cabin and chilling tales from her family's past, including her mother's encounter with a demonic entity. The conversation culminates in Stephenie's foray into witchcraft, where her devotion to Loki marks a pivotal moment in her spiritual odyssey. Today, we explore the intersections of faith and the paranormal in Stephenie's extraordinary life.

In Episode 626: Cryptid Wars and Cosmic Revelations we are joined again by Kevin from episode 624. Kevin shares about his extraordinary encounters with otherworldly entities and his involvement in the lesser-known cryptid wars between dogman and catman beings. The core of the discussion centers around these cryptid wars, highlighting the profound conflict and the entities' dire warnings about Earth's restoration efforts and their inevitable defeat in this cosmic struggle. Kevin shares his unique experiences, including telepathic communications with these beings, who impart knowledge and prophecies about personal and global futures, despite their acknowledgment of their looming failure against the forces aiming to restore Earth. The episode not only explores the bizarre and intriguing aspects of these interdimensional conflicts but also touches on the profound implications of such encounters on our understanding of reality and our place within it.

In Episode 624: Four Nights of Unearthly Visitations, we dive into the world of alien abductions and otherworldly encounters, as experienced by our guest, Kevin. From a young age, Kevin's life was marked by an inexplicable draw towards the supernatural and extraterrestrial. However, nothing could prepare him for the turning point in his life - the moment he became aware of his own abduction experiences. He recounts waking up during an alien operation, a moment so surreal yet terrifyingly real, that it reshaped his entire perception of reality. But the core of Kevin's story lies in his bizarre and awe-inspiring encounters with an entity named Japhiel. Japhiel, along with other entities, promised to aid Kevin, preparing him for an experience akin to the classic 'A Christmas Carol'. This preparation was not just about confronting his abductors but also about an internal journey of understanding and resistance.

In Episode 622: UFO Invasion Of Belize, Niss describes her experiences after relocating from Toronto to Belize, In 2016. She embarks on a mystifying journey marked by a series of UFO sightings and unexplained phenomena. These experiences begin with the observation of an almond-shaped light in the sky, leading to numerous encounters with various lights and crafts displaying complex, interactive behaviors. Particularly intriguing are the appearances of portals in the sky, described as slits or door-like openings, through which the UFOs seem to emerge or disappear. Alongside these celestial events, the discovery of ancient Mayan ruins and artifacts on Niss’s property in Belize adds an intriguing historical dimension, suggesting a possible connection between the land's past and the ongoing, inexplicable aerial activities. This junction of mysterious UFO sightings, interdimensional portals, and historical artifacts weaves a compelling narrative that blurs the lines between the past and present, the earthly and the extraterrestrial.

In Episode 620: Cryptid Crawler's Mysterious Manifestation, Levi recounts a harrowing camping trip with his girlfriend's family that turns into a chilling adventure. While four-wheeling in the wilderness, Levi and his friend encounter mysterious phenomena: indistinct voices on their walkie-talkie and a child's scream leading them to a figure in a raincoat that vanishes inexplicably. This eerie experience intensifies when they encounter a terrifying, pale creature with long arms, known as the 'rake', prompting a frantic race back to the campsite. Then their four-wheeler mysteriously loses power, and their radio is filled with a cacophony of voices and noises, suggesting a paranormal connection between the events. This bizarre story blurs the lines between natural and supernatural, leaving you pondering what mysteries and creatures are waiting in the wilderness.

In Episode 618: Glimpses Through Gateways,  we are joined by Mike discussing his experiences with portals and alternate realities. Mike shares insights from his 27 years of exploring these phenomena, detailing his journey from childhood out-of-body experiences to controlled astral projections and eventually encountering portals. He describes the process of initiating these experiences through lucid dreaming and daydreaming and the complex nature of portal connections. Mike also delves into the differences between physical and spiritual realms, emphasizing the impact of his experiences on his understanding of reality. The episode provides a deep dive into the intricacies of astral projection, the nature of portals, and the intersection of physical and spiritual experiences.

In Episode 616: Owls and Omens, Jose shares a series of chilling encounters that span his lifetime, painting a vivid picture of his unique ability to perceive otherworldly phenomena that remain invisible to most. From the ghostly apparition of his great-grandma Ramona, to unsettling experiences with shadow people and interdimensional beings, his stories traverse the eerie boundaries of the supernatural world. He discusses how a profound conversation about being "dialed in" to a special frequency opened his understanding of these encounters, leading to a deeper exploration of the unseen forces around us.

Jose also unpacks the emotional and psychological impact of living with such sensitivity to paranormal activity. He recounts experiences with ghostly animals, such as a spectral version of his pet cat, and touches upon themes like astral projection and life-altering dreams, as well as unnerving encounters on a ranch. The conversation also ventures into the significance of symbols like owls in paranormal lore, including the meaning of seeing an owl while outside. Jose concludes with a recent, impactful story about a tragic incident that further affirmed his beliefs.

In Episode 614:The Skinwalker Ranch of Joshua Tree, Dominic and Lionel share their childhood experiences on a California ranch near Joshua Tree, recounting a series of unsettling encounters with paranormal phenomena. The father-son duo details sightings of peculiar creatures, including a headless man and leprechaun-like beings, accompanied by chilling sounds like a screeching creature and a woman's scream. Both Dominic and Lionel have individual experiences on the ranch, and they share a particularly eerie moment when they discover their dog with drained fluids in the same location where a reptilian-type entity was spotted the day before. Adding another layer to the unsettling events, Dominic and Lionel describe instances of being physically lifted and thrown. These unnerving encounters have left them with a lingering unease, fostering a belief that supernatural forces are at play on the ranch. The duo explores the spiritual implications of these experiences, reflecting on the potential link between their wavering faith and the surge in paranormal activity. The conversation also prompts contemplation about the possible presence of cults, witchcraft, and experimental technology in regions like Joshua Tree, raising intriguing questions about the mysterious occurrences in their childhood home.

In Episode 612: Biblical Dogmen, guest host, Joel Thomas, is joined by Juan Ayala from the Juan on Juan Podcast and Justin England from Cryptids of the Corn Podcast in a mind bending journey of Dogmen tribes and lycanthropy (werewolves) from Biblical, alchemical and biological viewpoints. They look at the connection between dogs, humans, kings and the gods, including the dog headed Egyptian god of judgement and protection, Anubis, which also spawned off the cult of Hermanubis which was located in Cynopolis, the “city of dogs”.  They then explore the possibilities of Virophages, small, double-stranded DNA viral phages that require the co-infection of another virus which could be linked to Fallen Angel DNA manipulation creating a Dogman cryptid species.

The topic of the ancient race of dog-headed men, better known as the Cynocephali is brought into the mix, generating discussion on the Geek physician Ctesias first written account of the Dogmen tribe in the mountains of India, Herodotus interaction with the same tribe and Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus own experience with war like tribes of Dogmen of the same Cynocephalus. Saint Christopher, is also discovered as a Cynocephalus, a Dogman who allegedly met Jesus Christ and turned from his life of sin to become a patron saint of the church. That leads the group to a Biblical revelation that Moses first wife could have been a werewolf and King Nebuchadnezzar II may have also been cursed with lycanthropy in a warning from the Prophet Daniel. Hold on tight to that Lycan fur because this episode will have you howling to the moon.

In episode 610: Shunka Warakin; Mr.E and Jay Clone, from Cryptids Of The Corn, explore the Shunka Warakin, a mythical creature in North American folklore resembling a dark-furred hybrid of a wolf and hyena. They discuss its historical sightings, including one from 1886 in Montana, and various interpretations of its identity, ranging from a hyena to a dire wolf. The discussion also covers the late 1800s to early 1900s, when people could buy exotic animals like hyenas, suggesting that escaped hyenas might have survived in the wild. They speculate about the adaptability of hyenas to different climates and the possibility of misidentifying large predators as Sunka Warakins, considering human tendencies to exaggerate animal size and danger. They conclude by expressing belief in the possible existence of hyenas or similar creatures in North America due to exotic animals escaping, but ultimately believe the sightings could truly be the elusive, Shunka Warakin.

In episode 608: Dark Beginnings and Redemption’s Path; Jay and Chandler share their story, which is a profound narrative of a family's encounter with spiritual warfare, where Jay's initial experiences with bullying and abuse spiraled into a dark period marked by negative influences and demonic oppression, leading to a pivotal moment of spiritual awakening and deliverance through prayer. Chandler's parallel experiences, witnessing unexplained phenomena and terrifying dreams, underscored the family's collective struggle. This ordeal catalyzed a deeper exploration and understanding of their faith, particularly regarding spiritual warfare, ultimately strengthening their familial bonds and fortifying their commitment to God. Their journey, scary yet uplifting, highlights the transformative power of faith and the resilience of a family united in facing and overcoming spiritual adversities.

In Episode 606: Mississippi Wolfman, Tony interviews James, who recounts a chilling encounter with a mysterious dogman creature in Mississippi. As James describes the creature's lanky and toned body with human-like muscular structure, yellow eyes, and white fur, the conversation takes a turn into the realm of the supernatural. James shares the peculiar details of the creature's anatomy, including arms that seemed more human than canine, and its eerie behavior as it entered the treeline.

Despite the unnerving nature of the encounter, James maintains a calm demeanor and continues driving past the creature. However, the situation takes a more ominous turn when he texts his military-trained father, who immediately advises him to leave the area and identifies the creature as a dogman. The podcast delves into the complexity of such encounters, exploring the possibility of interdimensional beings, Nephilim, or werewolf-like hybrids. The conversation unfolds with Tony Merkel questioning the nature of these creatures and James expressing uncertainty, considering various perspectives, including the mythical and biblical connections to these mysterious entities.

In Episode 604: Dreamscape Gateways, Adam shares about his multiple encounters with 'Beings' in his dreams, from childhood to now. He recounts a harrowing childhood experience involving the sighting of three reptilian entities during a lucid moment while playing outdoors at the age of seven. Describing these beings as physically tangible and clothed in leather-like attire, he attempts to convey the intense fear instilled in him during the encounter. He believed that the reptilian entities sought to feed off the energy of his fear, leaving a lasting impact on his psyche.

Adam recalled a separate vivid dream experience involving encounters with demonic entities and a mysterious magical manuscript. The dream unfolded as he explored a house in a dream state, discovering ancient grimoires and scrolls filled with esoteric knowledge. He detailed an unsettling encounter with a man holding an ominous book, which he opened, unleashing dark symbols and a profound demonic energy. At this point he felt overwhelming darkness and proclaimed the name of Jesus Christ to dispel the demonic presence. There seems to be an intricate relationship between dreams, mystical manuscripts there-in, and encounters with supernatural entities, offering a distinctive perspective on the convergence of the dream world and reality.

In Episode 602: Escaping The Darkness, Yaw recounts his personal journey through the eerie realms of sleep paralysis and unnerving encounters with otherworldly entities. He vividly describes the disconcerting moments of waking up immobilized, accompanied by haunting whispers. One particularly unsettling episode involves a brush with a female spirit identified as a succubus. Yaw draws a chilling connection between these occurrences and his grandmother's alleged involvement in dark spiritual practices as a witch in his native Ghana.

Throughout the episode, Yaw underscores the pivotal role of his Christian faith in triumphing over these daunting challenges. Notably, he shares the harrowing experience of encountering a deeply disturbing entity during a toxic relationship. This malevolent being, described as walking on all fours with its head twisted backward and torso facing upwards, adds another layer of horror to Yaw's already chilling narrative.

In Episode 600: Possession of the Unseen Realm, we are joined by Patrick as he shares his incredible journey from battling addiction and demonic oppression to finding redemption and purpose. We dive deep into Patrick's past, discussing his early years as a skater and punk rocker, his involvement in drugs, and his harrowing experiences with demonic forces. As Patrick tells his story, he highlights the struggles he faced, the impact of addiction on his life, and the supernatural encounters that eventually led him to seek help. Today he shares his inspiring journey of recovery and self-discovery with us. This is a raw and authentic conversation that aims to offer hope and encouragement to those facing similar challenges.

In Episode 598: The Mushroom People we are joined by Kevin. His journey takes an unexpected turn into the realm of mushroom people during his childhood. From following animal tracks in the snow to stumbling upon a tiny village of mushroom beings, Kevin's experience is both surreal and fascinating. The telepathic communication with a mushroom on his shoulder adds another layer of intrigue. The twist with his glasses breaking and discovering he no longer needed them is something that gives this story real-life consequences. The blend of childhood innocence, the supernatural, and personal growth makes for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation. Join us as we explore Kevin's unique journey through the lens of his regression therapy that uncovered the mysteries of mushroom people.

In Episode 596: The Outback Hellhound we talk with John, who shares his incredible and terrifying encounters with the mysterious dogman of Australia. John's story begins with a strange encounter in the bush, a place where he used to go fishing. He describes encountering a creature that made him fear for his life. As he paddles down the river, the episode takes a chilling turn as John hears a voice in his head warning him to leave immediately, just moments before a menacing and otherworldly creature begins charging toward him. John's detailed account and the suspenseful atmosphere make for a riveting story that will keep you on the edge of your seat.