Podcast Summary
Tony Merkel shares his encounter with giant and small gray entities: Encouraged listeners to share their own wild experiences, upcoming events include a haunted bus trip and cryptid conference, emphasized preparation and staying informed, and highlighted the fun and engaging nature of his podcast.
The speaker, Tony Merkel, had an extraordinary encounter involving a giant and small gray entities during a podcast recording session. He shared this experience on his podcast, "The Confessionals," and encouraged listeners to share their own wild experiences. He also mentioned upcoming events, including a haunted bus trip to the Shanley Hotel and a cryptid conference, and encouraged listeners to join him at these events. Throughout the discussion, Merkel emphasized the importance of being prepared and staying informed. He also highlighted the fun and engaging nature of his podcast and the unique experiences shared by his guests.
Steven's childhood filled with imaginary friends and paranormal experiences: Steven's childhood was shaped by both imaginary companions and genuine supernatural encounters, providing him comfort and protection
Steven's childhood was marked by both imaginary friends and genuine paranormal experiences. As an infant, he was protected from a family member who tried to harm him due to voices he believed commanded it. Later, when he was four, he encountered a shadow figure at a supermarket who tried to take him away. However, an imaginary friend warned him to speak with his grandmother first, saving him from harm. Throughout his childhood, Steven had an imaginary friend who served as his comfort, especially since he was often left alone due to his older brothers' schedules. The paranormal experiences continued into his adolescence, with his older brother also reporting strange occurrences in their family home in the Bronx. Despite these experiences, Steven learned to rely on his family and the protective presence of his imaginary friend.
A childhood nightmare and perceived intruder: A vivid nightmare and the layout of an apartment can instill deep-rooted fears in children, emphasizing the importance of parental communication and trust.
This individual had a terrifying experience during childhood involving a vivid nightmare and a perceived intruder in her room. The nightmare consisted of being chased in a burning house while hearing a threatening voice. Upon waking up, she saw Yogi Bear on the TV and noticed an intruder in her room. She called out to her parents, but they didn't respond, leading her to believe the intruder was real. She managed to escape and alert her parents, but they couldn't find anyone in the room. She later realized it was just a nightmare, but the experience left a lasting impact on her. The layout of their apartment and her fear of the unknown contributed to her belief in the intruder's presence. This event demonstrates the power of fear and the importance of communication and trust in parents during childhood.
Childhood experiences of unexplained events: Unexplained events during childhood can leave a lasting impact, leading to heightened fear and curiosity, and eventually acceptance and connection with seemingly otherworldly beings.
The speaker experienced a series of unexplained events that they believed were ghostly encounters during their childhood. These encounters left them feeling scared and uncertain, leading them to develop a heightened sense of awareness and fear of the presence in their home. Despite their initial reluctance to engage with the entities, they eventually came to accept that these beings might not be harmful and could even be communicative. The speaker's brother also began experiencing similar phenomena, providing validation and further emphasizing the reality of these occurrences. The events ultimately brought the siblings closer together as they shared their experiences and found comfort in their shared sense of unexplained occurrences.
Childhood encounters with unexplained figures: The speaker felt uneasy and uncertain after experiencing unexplained figures in two different houses during his childhood, which disappeared after his mother prayed over the houses.
The speaker experienced unexplained and disturbing events in two different houses during his childhood. The first incident occurred in the Bronx when he and his brother saw a figure with a white face watching them from an abandoned house while they were playing manhunt. The figure disappeared just as suddenly as it appeared. The second incident happened after they moved to a new house in Suffern, New York, where the speaker felt a presence near his room towards his mom's room. His mother eventually became religious and prayed over the house, which seemed to make the presence disappear. However, the speaker also experienced a strange occurrence in the new house when he went to get something for his mother from her dark bedroom, and he heard a voice call his name. He quickly ran away and gave his mother what she had asked for. The overall experience left the speaker feeling uneasy and uncertain.
Two Unexplained Experiences: Encountering the unexplained can leave a lasting impact, leaving us feeling shaken, relieved, or filled with wonder and curiosity
Unexplained experiences can leave a lasting impact on our lives. The speaker shared two such experiences - one involving strange occurrences at his own house and the other at an abandoned mansion. In the first instance, he heard a call and saw a strange creature outside his cousin's house. The encounter left him shaken but also relieved after the strange occurrences ceased. In the second instance, they visited an abandoned mansion where they believed a woman in white roamed, looking for her deceased loved ones. The experiences left the speaker with a sense of wonder and curiosity, reminding him of the unexplained mysteries that exist in the world.
A Family's Paranormal Experience and HelloFresh: A speaker shares their family's paranormal encounter and a personal experience with HelloFresh, emphasizing the convenience and variety of the meal kit service.
The speaker shares a personal experience of feeling a paranormal presence and capturing an image of it, which has been passed down in their family. The presence was felt so strongly that the speaker put their arm around the apparition in the photo, despite not knowing why. The image shows a mist or smoky appearance around the speaker and a bright flash on the left side. The speaker's grandmother keeps the picture, and the speaker believes it's because she senses the energy of the younger generation and their fascination with the paranormal. The conversation then transitions to promoting HelloFresh, a meal kit company, emphasizing its convenience and variety. The speaker shares their personal experience of trying HelloFresh and how it elevated their meal preparation experience. Furthermore, the speaker reflects on their childhood experiences with paranormal phenomena and how they've carried that sensitivity into adulthood. They share an experience of their son encountering a paranormal presence and how it brought back memories of their own experiences. The speaker now pays closer attention to their son's experiences and encourages his interest in the paranormal.
A young boy's unexplained encounters leave family concerned for safety: A Scorpio boy's paranormal experiences, including apparitions, leave his family worried for his well-being and unsure of what to make of the situation, as they also hear unexplained motion in their home.
A young boy, who is a Scorpio and a fan of paranormal shows, has been experiencing unexplained encounters that he believes to be supernatural. He has described seeing apparitions, including a bald-headed creature and a child, which have left him feeling uneasy. His parents are concerned for his well-being and have tried to limit his exposure to paranormal content. However, these encounters have continued, leaving the family unsure of what to make of the situation. Despite the boy's outgoing and loving nature, the family is growing increasingly worried about his experiences and what they may mean. Additionally, the family's concern was heightened when their daughter was asleep in her crib, and they heard motion in the house while they were outside. The mother put her phone on the crib as a makeshift baby monitor and heard enough to suggest that someone was in the house. The family is now facing a situation that they cannot explain and are seeking answers to ensure the safety and well-being of their children.
A family's belief of their haunted home with friendly spirit: A family experiences unexplained occurrences, suspects a friendly ghost, and their dog reacts strangely, but they don't feel threatened when together.
The family in question believes their home is haunted by a helpful presence. They have experienced unexplained occurrences such as a toy changing channels on its own, a shadow moving across a blanket, and a door opening by itself. These incidents have led them to believe that the presence is trying to communicate or entertain them. The family also mentions that they don't feel threatened by this entity when they are all together at home. However, their dog, Biggie, reacts strangely to certain situations, barking as if he senses something unusual. The family finds the coincidence of their remote-controlled toy and the Spanish murder documentary on TV too ironic to be a mere coincidence. While some incidents, like the broken attic door, may have rational explanations, the family remains convinced that their home is haunted by a friendly spirit.
Unexplained occurrences leave a lasting impression: Unsettling experiences can influence behavior and teach valuable lessons about staying calm in uncertain situations
Unexplained occurrences can leave a lasting impression. The speaker shared an experience from their childhood where packets of noodles fell off a shelf in a supermarket's international aisle, seemingly without cause. They and their family were the only ones who noticed, and the incident left them feeling puzzled and unnerved. This experience stayed with them and influenced their behavior in other situations, such as when entering vacant houses or encountering unexpected circumstances. Another experience involved staying at a hotel after a wedding in 2018, only to discover a bomb scare outside. Despite these unsettling experiences, the speaker learned to remain calm and assess situations before reacting. Overall, the speaker's experiences highlight the power of the unexplained to leave a lasting impact and the importance of staying composed in uncertain situations.
Encounter with a Mysterious Truck and an Alleged Alien: An unexpected encounter with an unexplained phenomenon can leave a lasting impression and serve as a reminder of the extraordinary events that can occur in our lives
An unexpected encounter with a mysterious truck and its alleged alien occupant during a late-night drive on November 11, 2018, left a lasting impression on the speaker. Despite a pipe bomb scare and the distraction of an intriguing alien conversation on the radio, the speaker kept driving until he spotted a truck with a silver, pointy, and wingless object resembling a spaceship attached to its trailer. Though he couldn't see the driver's face, he took pictures and shared his experience with his fiancée, who remained uninterested. The experience was surreal and unlike anything the speaker had ever encountered before. It serves as a reminder of the unexplainable and extraordinary events that can occur in our lives, even during the most mundane moments.
Mysterious helicopter encounters and advanced military technology: The speaker shares their personal experience of witnessing unexplained helicopter disappearances and speculates about advanced military technology or paranormal phenomena involved.
The speaker was intrigued by an unexplained experience with a low-flying helicopter and later learned that similar incidents have occurred to others, fueling speculation about advanced military technology and potential paranormal phenomena. The speaker's personal encounter and subsequent discussion with their fiancée about a helicopter disappearing in Jackson, New Jersey, was reminiscent of their own experience last year during the COVID-19 lockdown. They shared that they had seen military helicopters disappear inexplicably while driving a truck, leaving them puzzled and questioning the limits of military technology. The speaker's theory is that the military may have helicopters with cloaking capabilities or even the ability to fly through portals, combining technology and the paranormal. While the exact nature of these phenomena remains unknown, the speaker's experiences and discussions have left them intrigued and questioning the boundaries of what is possible.
Fear of the unknown leads to labeling new technologies as paranormal or evil: People's lack of understanding can cause them to fear and misunderstand new technologies, labeling them as paranormal or evil. What we consider advanced today may be commonplace tomorrow.
People's fear of the unknown and inability to understand new technologies or concepts can lead them to label it as paranormal or evil. The speaker shared examples of advanced military technology from the past that, if presented to people at the time, would have been considered paranormal. Similarly, modern technologies like quantum physics and the randomness app can be seen as paranormal or evil by those who don't understand them. The speaker also pointed out that if we were to travel back in time with our modern technology, we would be seen as witches or sorcerers due to the vast difference in understanding and knowledge. It's important to remember that what we consider advanced technology today may be commonplace in the future, and what we don't understand now may be the norm tomorrow.
Exploring Advanced Technologies: Fear vs. Curiosity: Stay open-minded and curious about advanced technologies despite personal beliefs, and engage in thoughtful conversation with individuals from diverse backgrounds to broaden understanding.
The exploration of advanced technologies, such as quantum physics, can evoke strong reactions and fear due to our limited understanding of them. Some may view it as "evil" or a merging of science with the paranormal. However, as the host of a thought-provoking podcast, the speaker encourages open-mindedness and conversation with individuals from all walks of life, regardless of personal beliefs. It's important to remember that our perception of advanced sciences may change as our understanding grows. The speaker emphasizes the importance of staying curious and continuing to learn, even when faced with complex and controversial topics. Ultimately, the podcast aims to foster a community of open-minded individuals who appreciate the value of thoughtful conversation and the pursuit of knowledge.
