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    • Tony Merkel's Encounter with Giant and Otherworldly BeingsPrepare for emergencies by visiting preparewiththeconfessionals.com for food and survival gear. Listen to Tony Merkel's podcast for extraordinary encounters and upcoming changes. Follow the Legion of Legends Instagram account and send mail to the provided PO box address.

      Tony Merkel, the host of the Confessionals podcast, shared an extraordinary encounter he had with a giant and otherworldly beings. He described seeing long fingers reaching out from under a door, a giant emerging from a cave, and small gray entities pulling him off the bed. Merkel emphasized the importance of being prepared for emergencies and encouraged listeners to visit preparewiththeconfessionals.com for food and survival gear. He also mentioned upcoming changes to the podcast and YouTube channel, including a documentary on Kentucky and the renaming of the YouTube channel to Merkel Media. Additionally, Merkel invited listeners to follow the Legion of Legends Instagram account and provided a PO box address for sending mail. The upcoming guest on the show is Josh Turner, the host of Paranormal Roundtable. Merkel expressed excitement about finally collaborating with Turner after receiving numerous requests from listeners.

    • Josh's Encounter with a Strange Creature and Spiritual AttacksDespite encountering strange creatures and feeling under spiritual attack, Josh remains determined to continue his podcasting work, trusting in the process and moving forward.

      Josh shared his encounter with a strange creature that he believed transformed from a cleaning lady into a dog-like being while working late in an office building. He also mentioned that he has experienced unexplained occurrences during his podcast recordings, giving him the feeling of being under some sort of spiritual attack. Despite these experiences, Josh remains determined to continue his podcasting work, believing it to be a task given to him and not something he initiated. And, even with the unexplained glitches and strange occurrences, he trusts in the process and keeps moving forward.

    • Josh Turner's Paranormal Investigations: YouTube, Podcasts, and Social MediaParanormal investigator Josh Turner shares his experiences and investigations through weekly YouTube livestreams, podcasts, and social media. He explores various topics, often focusing on specific subjects, and engages with his audience for giveaways.

      Josh Turner, a paranormal investigator from Paranormal Roundtable, shares his experiences and investigations through both YouTube livestreams every Tuesday and podcasts every Friday. He invites guests and covers various topics, often focusing on 1 or 2 subjects per episode. Turner also engages with his audience on social media, including Facebook and Instagram, and hosts giveaways for his shows. During the discussion, he shared a bizarre encounter with a potential dogman sighting, which he has explored further throughout the years. Turner's investigations are influenced by his upbringing and the legends and lore of the areas he grew up in. Overall, Turner provides a unique and engaging perspective on paranormal phenomena through his content. To connect with Turner, tune in to his YouTube livestreams or listen to his podcasts, and don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win a giveaway.

    • The power of storytelling shapes our perceptions and experiencesFolktales shared by a surrogate grandmother left a lasting impression on a skeptical narrator, providing comfort and courage during a dangerous situation.

      The power of storytelling can shape our perceptions and experiences, even when we are skeptical. The narrator's Tia, who functioned as a surrogate grandmother, used to tell him various Mexican folktales during their long trips to San Juan. Although the narrator initially dismissed these stories as mere bull or mentidas, some of them, like the legend of the Manos Paludos or the hairy hand, left a lasting impression on him. This impact was so significant that when the narrator was 15, he recalled these stories during a moment of danger, which helped him stay calm and avoid trouble. Thus, the tales his Tia shared with him served as a source of comfort and courage, demonstrating the transformative potential of storytelling.

    • An Unexpected Encounter with the Texas Wolf ManAn unexpected encounter with a strange creature led to an adventure and the creation of an action figure line.

      An unexpected encounter changed the course of the speaker's night. After being left stranded, the speaker walked to a friend's house, where they found him working on bikes. The speaker decided to visit and continue on his journey, but on the way to the convenience store, they encountered a strange creature instead of a dog. The creature, later named the Texas wolf man, was unlike anything they had ever seen before. Despite the fear, the speaker managed to keep calm and avoid any confrontation. This encounter led to the creation of an action figure line based on the Texas wolf man. Although the night didn't go as planned, the speaker was able to find an adventure in the unexpected.

    • A sculpture of the speaker leads to memories of raccoons and a supposed werewolfA lifelike sculpture triggered the speaker's recollection of raccoon encounters and a terrifying werewolf sighting, highlighting the power of unexpected experiences to evoke memories and emotions.

      A surprise encounter with an uncanny sculpture of himself led the speaker to reminisce about a past experience with raccoons and how it compared to the sighting of a supposed werewolf. The speaker's friend, who had created the sculpture, had shown it to him at his bar, and the lifelike representation left the speaker in awe. This memory brought back memories of his interactions with raccoons on a job site, where he had fed them and observed their hand-like paws. The speaker's keen eyesight allowed him to notice the similarities between the raccoon paws and the sculpture's claws. The encounter with the sculpture also reminded him of a terrifying experience where he believed he had seen a werewolf. The speaker's friend had tried to pull him away, but the speaker was too entranced by the sight to move. The experience left a lasting impression on the speaker and remains one of the scariest moments of his life. In conclusion, the encounter with the sculpture served as a catalyst for the speaker to recall past experiences and reflect on their significance.

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      Cerebral offers convenient and accessible mental health services through online therapy, counseling, and prescription medication delivery right to your door. This is a game-changer for those who struggle with mobility issues or anxiety related to in-person appointments. The unlimited messaging feature allows for constant communication with your care team, and the prescription medication service ensures a consistent supply without the need for frequent trips to the pharmacy. Additionally, the speaker shared a personal experience of encountering a fearful situation, emphasizing the importance of feeling safe and secure, which is exactly what Cerebral aims to provide with its mental health services. To try out Cerebral, listeners can get 65% off their first month by visiting getcerebral.com/tony.

    • A personal encounter with the supernatural leads to a lifelong interestA profound experience can shift beliefs and inspire a deep curiosity, despite initial skepticism and fear of ridicule.

      Personal experiences can lead to profound changes in beliefs and perspectives. The speaker's encounter with an unidentified creature transformed his disbelief in the supernatural into a deep-rooted interest in understanding these phenomena. Despite facing skepticism and fear of being ridiculed, he continued his research, eventually finding validation from unexpected sources. The significance of this experience was further emphasized by the recurring pattern of sightings during specific months, particularly December. The lack of resources and information available during the early 1990s added to the challenge, but the advent of the internet and easy access to knowledge has since made it easier for individuals to explore the unknown.

    • Friend Encountered Wolf-Men Near ShedDuring a barbecue, a friend described encountering strange wolf-men near his shed, which left him shaken and unable to explain the mysterious gash in the shed.

      The speaker's friend had an encounter with strange creatures near his shed, which looked like men with the upper body of wolves. This incident occurred during a barbecue in a small town where people would go to dress their deer. The friend described these creatures as having big ears, a big muzzle, and being very tall. He believed they were trying to steal his valuable gemstones and tools, but when he confronted them, they disappeared without a trace. The shed where the encounter happened had a mysterious gash that had been there for a long time, which the speaker found strange and couldn't explain. The friend was shaken by the experience and had never seen anything like it before. Despite his size and quickness, the speaker admits he couldn't have caught up to the creatures if they had tried to escape. The encounter remains unexplained and left a lasting impression on the speaker.

    • Encounter with Metaphysical CreaturesWitness described two unidentified creatures: one with a pod-like hand and ability to crawl under vehicles, the other wolf-like with a grin and ability to speak Spanish. Believed to be metaphysical or supernatural, not physical in nature.

      The witness described an encounter with two unidentified creatures, one of which was described as having a pod-like hand and the ability to crawl under vehicles. The other creature was described as wolf-like with a strange grin and the ability to speak in Spanish. The witness believed these creatures were not physical, but rather metaphysical or supernatural in nature. The witness had previously thought he had encountered a physical creature, but later experiences and information led him to believe otherwise. The witness also shared a childhood story of his friends encountering a similar creature near railroad tracks, which spoke Spanish and displayed a strange grin. These encounters left a lasting impression on the witness and raised questions about the existence of such entities.

    • Childhood encounters with the supernaturalPersonal stories rooted in supernatural experiences can be both captivating and terrifying, leaving a lasting impression.

      The power of storytelling can be both captivating and terrifying, especially when the stories are rooted in personal experiences and the supernatural. The speaker shares an experience from his childhood where his friend's haunted house and eerie encounters with creatures like a Lechuza and a werewolf were topics of discussion. Despite his initial reluctance, the speaker's curiosity eventually led him to ask about these experiences, leading to a chilling revelation. The story also highlights the impact of cultural influences, as the friend's grandmother shared a strange encounter involving a man under a railroad car, which eerily mirrored a scene from the movie "Transformers." The overall message is that sometimes, the most intriguing stories come from the most unexpected places and can leave a lasting impression.

    • Strange occurrences in the community: encounters with creature-like beings, mysterious deaths of animals, unexplained noisesCommunity members shared personal accounts of unexplained occurrences, leading the speaker to believe in the existence of supernatural beings and upgrade his home security with SimpliSafe's new outdoor camera.

      There are strange and unexplained occurrences happening in the community, as shared through various personal accounts. These stories include encounters with creature-like beings, mysterious deaths of animals, and unexplained noises. Although some people, like the speaker, were initially skeptical, they eventually came to believe these stories after experiencing something inexplicable themselves. The speaker's friend told him about an encounter with a dead man who appeared to transform into a wolf-like creature, and the friend's girlfriend had experienced similar strange occurrences near their property. Another friend's family had encountered a large, canine predator that attacked their animals. These stories were not isolated incidents, and they hinted at the existence of supernatural beings in the area. The speaker's experience with the strange occurrences led him to upgrade his home security system with SimpliSafe's new wireless outdoor security camera, which offers a wide field of view, HD resolution, and night vision, allowing him to monitor his entire property day and night.

    • Two separate werewolf sightings in Taylor, TexasIn December of the same year, two individuals independently reported encountering a creature with red eyes, a snout like a wolf, and a build like a werewolf in Taylor, Texas. These sightings add credibility to the existence of a werewolf-like creature in the area.

      In the same year, two separate individuals, a cousin and a stranger, claimed to have encountered a werewolf-like creature in the same general area of Taylor, Texas. The cousin's encounter occurred while she was walking with her mother near Mustang Creek, and the stranger, named Phil, described seeing the creature with his friend, Sean. Both descriptions of the creature were similar, with red eyes, a snout like a wolf, and a build like a werewolf. The incidents happened during December of that year, and the location was not far from the farm of the cousin's uncle Butch. These shared experiences add credibility to the possibility of a werewolf-like creature existing in the area.

    • Encounters with a Werewolf-like Creature in Central TexasTwo friends shared their unexplained encounters with a werewolf-like creature in Central Texas, years apart, and emphasized the deep-rooted belief in the existence of such creatures in the area, despite the fear of a curse for speaking about it.

      The speaker and his friend, Phil, had both experienced encounters with a werewolf-like creature in Central Texas during the late 1980s and early 1990s, but they never connected the dots until years later. They both remembered the strange encounter as an unexplained event in their lives. The speaker had another encounter with the creature in 2003, which left him feeling terrified and confused. Despite the legend that talking about such experiences could bring a curse, the speaker shared his story, emphasizing the unusual coincidence and the deep-rooted belief in the existence of such creatures in the area. The encounters left a lasting impact on the speaker, and he had been trying to make sense of them for a long time.

    • Experiences with an unexplained presence throughout lifeDespite feeling scared, speaker continues to live and work in areas where they encounter an unexplained presence, sensing it as spiritual rather than physical, often in wooded areas.

      The speaker's experiences with an unexplained presence or entity, which they describe as feeling evil, have persisted throughout their life. These encounters have occurred in different locations and at various times, but the feeling of being followed or harassed by this presence is a common theme. The speaker's belief that these experiences are spiritual in nature, rather than physical, is based on the fact that they often cannot see the entity but can sense its presence. The presence first manifested to the speaker when they were 15 years old, and they have continued to feel its presence intermittently throughout their adult life. Despite feeling scared and even praying for protection, the speaker has continued to work and live in the areas where they have encountered this presence. The presence seems to be drawn to wooded areas, and the speaker has taken steps to avoid being near woods when they feel its presence. The speaker's friend's experience of a supernatural event at a house where they grew up and which was believed to be haunted, and their subsequent conversation about a werewolf-like creature they had encountered together as children, serves as a reminder of the ongoing nature of these experiences for the speaker.

    • Understanding Unusual Experiences Through Communication and Asking QuestionsEffective communication and asking questions are essential in making sense of unusual or unexplained experiences. Sharing stories and perspectives can provide new insights and understanding.

      Effective communication and asking questions are crucial in understanding experiences, especially when they involve unusual or unexplained phenomena. The speaker's friend described an encounter with a tall, black figure, but the speaker didn't fully grasp the details until years later. The friend's mother believed it was a demon, and the friend shared the story with others, including the speaker's wife. Despite the friend's initial reluctance to leave during the encounter, the speaker understood his actions as a survival instinct. The speaker also shared a personal experience of working at a haunted location. The repeated issue of lights going out during their conversation added to the sense of unexplained events. Overall, the importance of asking questions and sharing experiences was emphasized as a means of making sense of the unknown.

    • Exploring the coexistence of beings from other dimensionsBeings from other dimensions can enter our world through portals and exist as physical creatures, conforming to our rules, but are metaphysical in nature and can travel between dimensions. Esoteric texts support this theory.

      The world may be more complex than we perceive, with beings from other dimensions co-existing with us but remaining hidden due to their different dimensional perspectives. According to the speaker, these beings, such as Dog Man and Bigfoot, can enter our world through portals and exist as physical creatures. The longer they stay, the more they conform to our physical world's rules, including sleeping, eating, and living. The speaker, who has had personal experiences with leaving their body, believes that these beings are metaphysical in nature and can travel between dimensions. This theory is supported by various esoteric texts, including the Hadith and the book of Enoch. The speaker's colleague, Linda Godfrey, shares this belief and has written extensively about the topic. Overall, the discussion suggests a fascinating perspective on the possible existence of otherworldly beings and dimensions.

    • Exploring the Complex World of Paranormal PhenomenaKeep an open mind and consider all possibilities when exploring paranormal phenomena. Further research and dialogue are necessary to understand the full scope of these phenomena, including the possibility of beings coming through from other dimensions.

      The world of the paranormal, as explored in the discussion about Dogman and related creatures, is vast and complex, and it's important not to jump to conclusions or dismiss potential connections based on preconceived notions. The speakers expressed their belief that there could be various origins for similar phenomena, and that further exploration and research are necessary to understand the full scope of these phenomena. The idea of portals and beings coming through from other dimensions was also introduced, adding another layer of complexity to the topic. The speakers encouraged listeners to keep an open mind and consider all possibilities, and to engage in ongoing dialogue and exploration of these mysterious phenomena. Additionally, the speakers shared their platforms for further engagement and discussion, including their podcast, which can be found on various platforms such as Spotify, Google Tunes, iTunes, and YouTube. They also encouraged listeners to share their own stories and experiences, and to engage in dialogue with them and with each other to deepen the understanding of these phenomena. Overall, the discussion highlighted the importance of ongoing exploration and dialogue in the pursuit of understanding the mysteries of the paranormal world.

    • Encountering the Unexpected: Personal Experiences with the SupernaturalPersonal experiences with the supernatural can be unsettling, but sharing them can help grow an audience and ultimately lead to greater understanding and freedom.

      The podcast conversation touched upon personal experiences, including a chilling encounter with a supernatural entity by the speaker. He shared an experience from his past where he saw the cleaning lady on one of the floors of a tower, only to discover that she had transformed into a creature he had encountered at the age of 15. Despite the unexpected turn of events, the speaker emphasized the importance of sharing the podcast with others to grow the audience. He concluded by reminding listeners that the truth, though initially unsettling, ultimately sets one free.

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    Free The Rabbits

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    RELOADED | 381: Knock Knock Knock
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