# Members Preview | 880: Skinwalker Ranch Hitchhiker

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Podcast: [The Confessionals](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-confessionals-743214)
Published: 2026-07-16T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when a trip to Skinwalker Ranch follows you home? Tony Merkel welcomes Thomas Jenkins to share the chilling story of what was supposed to be a father-daughter adventure into one of the world's most infamous paranormal hotspots. Instead, they found themselves surrounded by glowing UFOs, mysterious orbs, bizarre creatures, unexplained portal-like phenomena, and a series of terrifying encounters that only intensified after they returned home. Together, Tony and Thomas compare firsthand experiences from Skinwalker Ranch country and explore the infamous hitchhiker effect that has left countless visitors convinced something followed them. If you're fascinated by UFOs, the paranormal, high strangeness, and the enduring mystery surrounding Skinwalker Ranch, this is one conversation you won't want to miss. If you’re able, consider helping the Merkel family with medical expenses by donating to Lindsay’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b8f76890 📕 Pre-order Tony's Book: https://a.co/d/0bJS3SaV Become a member for ad-free listening , extra shows , and exclusive access to our social media app : theconfessionalspodcast.com/join The Confessionals Social Network App: Apple Store: https://apple.co/3UxhPrh Google Play: https://bit.ly/43mk8kZ The Counter Series Available NOW: The Counter (YouTube): WATCH HERE The Counter (Full Episode): WATCH HERE Tony's Recommended Reads: slingshotlibrary.com If you want to learn about Jesus and what it means to be saved : Click Here Merkel Media Apparel: merkmerch.com SPONSORS GHOSTBED: GhostBed.com/tony QUINCE: quince.com/tony IVERMECTIN: twc.health/tony VENICE AI: https://venice.ai/theconfessionals RUMBLE WALLET: https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/Confessionals CONNECT WITH US Website : www.theconfessionalspodcast.com Email : contact@thecon…

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