{"podcast":{"title":"The Confessionals","slug":"the-confessionals-743214","podcast_index_feed_id":743214,"rss_url":"https://audioboom.com/channels/5002796.rss","website_url":"https://audioboom.com/channels/5002796","image_url":"https://audioboom.com/i/41345232.jpg","author":"Merkel Media","episode_count":1126,"summary":"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 sightings to UFOs, UAPs, and government cover-ups, each episode pulls back the veil on the hidden forces shaping our reality. If you’re drawn to the unknown, step into The Confessionals, where the stories are real and the mysteries are endless.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T12:19:01.234153+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-confessionals-743214"},"episode":{"title":"Members Preview | 876: Alien Abductions and Spiritual Warfare","slug":"members-preview-876-alien-abductions-and-spiritual-warfare","published_at":"2026-07-02T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-confessionals-743214/members-preview-876-alien-abductions-and-spiritual-warfare","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-confessionals-743214","url":"https://audioboom.com/posts/8922661","audio_url":"https://arttrk.com/p/ABMA5/pdst.fm/e/clrtpod.com/m/pscrb.fm/rss/p/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/audioboom.com/posts/8922661.mp3?modified=1782849345&sid=5002796&source=rss&rssua=transcribr","summary":"What if the UFO phenomenon is actually part of a spiritual war that has been hidden in plain sight for generations? In this episode, Derek Hallancia sits down with author Karen Wilkinson for a deep conversation about alien abduction experiences, biblical prophecy, and the coming age of UFO disclosure through a Christian worldview. Karen shares her personal testimony, explains how she found freedom through Jesus Christ, and discusses why she believes discernment is essential as deception increases. The conversation explores spiritual warfare, fallen angels, Nephilim, hybridization, advanced technology, and the battle for free will without losing sight of the hope found in the Gospel. If you have ever wondered how faith intersects with UFOs, aliens, and end times deception, this episode offers a thought-provoking perspective grounded in Scripture. 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 Karin Wilkinson Website | Books 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…","meta_description":"What if the UFO phenomenon is actually part of a spiritual war that has been hidden in plain sight for generations? In this episode, Derek Hallancia sits…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1065,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-confessionals-743214/episodes/members-preview-876-alien-abductions-and-spiritual-warfare/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-confessionals-743214/members-preview-876-alien-abductions-and-spiritual-warfare.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}