Episode · The Confessionals
899: Underground Mission for Souls | Steve Kang
22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
Episode · The Confessionals
22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 54 min
What could make a man abandon everything he believed and risk his life to follow Jesus? Tony Merkel sits down with Steve Kang to hear his incredible journey from a radical Buddhist upbringing to becoming a passionate follower of Christ. After a devastating spiral led to a life-threatening crisis, Steve says he experienced the terrifying reality of Hell before his life took a dramatic turn toward Jesus. His transformation would eventually take him into underground churches in China, where he witnessed Christians risking everything for their faith. This is a powerful story of redemption,…
by Merkel Media · English · Devotional & Spiritual
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 sightin
28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
In Episode 597: Fort Polk Dogman, Gabriel shares his encounter with a mysterious creature while he was in the military in 2010. The encounter took place during a training mission in a remote area known as "The Box" inside Fort Polk, Louisiana. Gabriel and his sergeant were tasked with harassing a fake military base during the night, but Gabriel was left alone after his sergeant went back to retrieve a forgotten radio. As he waited alone in the woods, he described feeling a sudden eerie silence in the natural sounds, and he noticed strange occurrences, including a pulsating red light and a…
25 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 49 min
The latest UFO disclosure drop may be connecting dots that have been sitting in plain sight for decades. We dive into newly released UAP material involving strange craft encounters, unexplained injuries, warp-drive concepts, wormholes, government contractors, and the $22 million program connected to Skinwalker Ranch—where researchers investigated everything from UFOs and orbs to poltergeist activity and Bigfoot-like creatures. But what if these stories aren’t separate at all? We examine reports of massive cloud-like UAPs, government research into breakthrough propulsion, Bigelow-linked…
24 Sep 2026 · 11 min
Can Christians have demons, or does salvation mean demonic influence is no longer possible? In this powerful conversation, Tony Merkel sits down with evangelist Ben Hughes to explore Christian deliverance, spiritual oppression, the Holy Spirit, and the supernatural power of God. Ben shares his dramatic conversion story, his first encounters with deliverance, and what he says he has witnessed after decades of ministry; including demons leaving Christians, miraculous healings, and lives radically transformed by Jesus. The conversation also tackles one of the biggest questions facing the modern…
21 Sep 2026 · 2 hr 44 min
In episode 678: The Dark Recruitment, Ross sits down in studio for a gripping conversation that will take you deep into the unsettling and mysterious realms beyond our everyday reality. Ross joined us in studio a month prior to this recording to share a battle he's had since he was merely 2 years old. His story was dark and full of very dramatic twists and turns, but things took a turn while discussing portals. Ross became visibly uncomfortable and made Tony aware that there was a dark entity attached to Ross that despised him. At that moment Tony shut off the cameras and began to engage in…
18 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 31 min
Something strange is happening at the top of the AI industry. OpenAI’s Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, and xAI’s Elon Musk are suddenly sounding similar warnings about the pace of advanced AI development. At the same time, former OpenAI and Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon is raising alarms about the race toward artificial superintelligence. In this episode of Slingshot Nation, Tony, Jack, and Derek break down the AI 2027 scenario, self-improving AI, the global race with China, government systems like Sentient, and the growing concern that AI may soon advance faster than anyone can…
17 Sep 2026 · 13 min
Can something follow a family for generations without anyone fully understanding what it is? Tony Merkel sits down with Kathryn to unpack a disturbing encounter at her parents’ home that turned an ordinary night into a terrifying confrontation with something she couldn’t explain. What happened next forced her to confront the reality of spiritual warfare and ultimately discover the power and protection found in Jesus Christ. As they dig into her family’s history, the more it appears her encounter may not have started with her. If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical…
9 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 19 minNew
Are satanic rituals, occult symbolism, and spiritual influences hiding in plain sight within the entertainment industry? In this episode of Slingshot Nation Live, we investigate the darker side of the music industry, exploring controversial performances, disturbing symbolism, mysterious lyrics, and questions surrounding some of the biggest names in entertainment. From Taylor Swift's comments about ritualistic elements in her concerts to Miley Cyrus's mysterious song lyrics, we explore the growing conversation surrounding occult imagery, alleged satanic rituals, and the spiritual implications…
8 Oct 2026 · 18 min
How do you know the spirit speaking to you is telling the truth? In this episode, Tony sits down with Larry Ragland to examine spiritual discernment and the danger of entities that mix truth with deception. They discuss false voices, NHI, testing supernatural claims through Scripture, and why discernment requires more than simply trusting an experience because it feels good or sounds convincing. The conversation ultimately turns to salvation, evangelism, and the responsibility Christians have to recognize deception and point people toward the truth of Jesus Christ. If you’re able, consider…
6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
What does it look like when God calls you to something before you fully understand what you’re being called into? Tony looks back at the path that led him to start The Confessionals . At first, he thought he was simply following a call to podcast. Over time, the stories he heard began to collide with experiences of his own. The deeper he went, the harder it became to dismiss what was happening. Strange encounters became personal. Spiritual warfare became real. What once felt like curiosity began to look like preparation. That journey ultimately forced Tony to confront a much bigger question…
5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 37 min
What if the Queen of Heaven, Lilith, and Jezebel weren’t just myths, but ancient powers preparing for their final battle? In this gripping interview, Becca Greenwood exposes shocking revelations about demonic principalities, spiritual warfare, and the dark forces hidden throughout history. From Lilith’s night terrors and Jezebel’s bloodline to the resurgence of goddess worship and supernatural encounters, this conversation tears the veil off unseen realms. Prepare for a journey into the deepest confrontations between light and darkness. If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with…