Podcast Summary
Unexplained experiences sharing: Listeners can share their unexplained experiences on The Confessional Podcast by emailing or visiting the website, and the podcast offers merchandise at mercmerch.com.
The Confessionals Podcast is a members-only platform where listeners can share their wild, unexplained experiences. In this particular episode, the host, Tony Merkel, shared an experience involving a giant and small gray entities. The giant, who was supposed to be a secret, was discovered by a group of people and they managed to kill him using weapons. However, Tony was then pulled off his bed by two small gray entities. Despite the terrifying encounter, Tony invites listeners to share their own unexplained experiences by emailing him at contact@theconfessionalspodcast.com or visiting the website, theconfessionalspodcast.com. The podcast also offers merchandise at mercmerch.com. Overall, the Confessionals Podcast provides a space for people to share and explore unexplained experiences together.
Merkle Media's paranormal content: Merkle Media expanded its offerings with an apparel line and a streaming platform featuring paranormal content, including personal experiences and unexplained encounters.
Merkle Media now offers its own apparel line for purchase at MerckMerch.com, and their streaming platform, Mercklefilms.com, hosts on-demand content including "Sasquatch and the Missing Man" and an archive of past releases. David, a guest on the show, will share personal experiences, some of which involve unexplained encounters during his childhood. These experiences may involve entities and the possibility of a connection to the paranormal. Middle Tennessee residents, including Merkle Media, may use the term "middle" to describe their specific region, while those from other areas may not be familiar with this usage.
Regions of Tennessee: The speaker discussed moving to Tennessee and encountering various regions, including Middle Tennessee (Nashville) and East Tennessee, and shared past experiences with individuals, including Clifford, that left an impact on him, as well as his awareness of gun laws and desire for property protection.
The speaker discovered that Middle Tennessee is a large area, encompassing numerous cities, including Nashville, and that East Tennessee is another distinct region in Tennessee. The speaker also shared that he had lived in Kentucky before moving to Tennessee and had experienced various interactions throughout his life, starting with an encounter with a man named Clifford. The speaker did not elaborate on the nature of these interactions, but it was clear that they had left an impact on him. Additionally, the speaker mentioned his awareness of gun laws in Tennessee and his desire to protect his property. Overall, the conversation touched upon the speaker's experiences of moving to Tennessee and navigating the different regions and cultures within the state.
Childhood experiences: Childhood experiences, including encounters with unexplained phenomena, can leave lasting impressions and shape our perceptions and memories.
Childhood experiences, even those involving strange and unexplained phenomena, can leave lasting impressions that shape our perceptions and memories. The speaker shares an experience of encountering a faceless, mummy-like entity in their sister's closet during their childhood in a small town. Despite its eerie appearance, they were not afraid and even enjoyed interacting with it. The entity's voice is something they remember vaguely, but the details of their conversations are lost to memory. The speaker's association of the name "Clifford" with the big red dog is a separate issue that causes them discomfort. Overall, this anecdote highlights the way our past experiences can influence our present reactions and how certain memories can remain vivid and intriguing despite the passage of time.
Imaginary Friends: The presence and experiences with imaginary friends can vary greatly among individuals and may not align with societal norms, but should be respected as a normal part of childhood imagination
The presence of an imaginary friend named Clifford in their childhood was a normal occurrence for the speaker and her sister, despite it potentially appearing strange to outsiders. The speaker recalls Clifford as a whispering figure who would occasionally make an appearance, and shares an instance where they introduced Clifford to their cousin. The reaction from their cousin, who was surprised and possibly frightened, was met with nonchalance by the speaker and her family, who likely viewed it as an imaginative game. The speaker's memory of Clifford kissing their cousin on the cheek is a testament to the reality they perceived in their imaginary friend's presence. Overall, the discussion highlights the unique and individual nature of childhood experiences and the importance of understanding them from the perspective of those who lived them.
Childhood experiences and memories: Childhood experiences, no matter how insignificant, can have lasting impacts on our memories. Memories can shape our perception of the world and can be influenced by our interests and fears.
Childhood experiences, even seemingly insignificant ones, can have lasting impacts on our memories. The speaker recounted an instance from her childhood where her friend, John, kissed her, but she couldn't remember the details clearly. She made sure to tell the story consistently over the years. However, when she asked John about it again, he had forgotten. This incident was just a normal part of their childhood. The speaker also shared that she was fascinated by horror movies and monsters as a child, which could explain her vivid memory of this event. Another strange occurrence that scared her was exploring the crawl space beneath her house while it was being expanded. Despite her fear, she couldn't resist the curiosity of what lay beneath the house. These experiences, though different in nature, highlight the importance of memories in shaping our perception of the world around us.
Unexplained disappearance of house: The sudden and unexplained disappearance of a house and the appearance of a mysterious figure left a lasting impression on the speaker, despite being dismissed by others.
The speaker experienced a bizarre and unexplained event in which the house and neighborhood around him vanished, leaving only an open field and a mysterious figure. This event happened suddenly and without warning, leaving the speaker feeling frightened and confused. The only thing he could compare it to was stories of unexplained phenomena, such as those involving UFOs and mysterious disappearances. Despite sharing the experience with his mother, she dismissed it, leaving the speaker to ponder the event for years. The experience remained a vivid memory for him, and when his family moved to Tennessee in 1979, he couldn't help but wonder if similar events could occur elsewhere. The sudden and unexplained disappearance of the house and the appearance of the figure left a lasting impression on the speaker, one that he could not easily explain or forget.
Neighborhood history: Exploring neighborhood history can uncover personal connections to the past and reveal potential stories of those who lived there before the community was developed.
The speaker has been curious about the history of a piece of land in their neighborhood, specifically wondering about who worked there before it became part of the community. The description of an old man in work pants and a fedora has led to speculation about whether this could have been a scene from a plantation in the past, potentially involving slavery. However, the speaker's father mentioned an old family in the area who may have owned the land, but it's unclear if the man in the vision worked for them or not. The speaker expresses a desire to learn more about the history of the area and the people who lived there before the neighborhood was developed. The discussion highlights the importance of preserving and exploring local history, as well as the potential for personal connections to the past.