In this episode of Bigfoot Society, host Jeremiah Byron talks with Joel Thomas of Merkel Media and Free the Rabbits about his terrifying Bigfoot encounter in the forests of Washington State — and the deeper mysteries that came with it. Joel describes what happened the night he was surrounded by heavy footfalls, foul odors, and strange whistling sounds deep in the Pacific Northwest woods. But the story doesn’t stop there. He also opens up about the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions of these events — how encounters like this may tie into spiritual warfare, ancient entities, and the unseen realms that connect paranormal phenomena around the world. The discussion explores topics such as: Bigfoot and the energy of the land in Washington Faith, fear, and discernment during cryptid investigations Joel’s thoughts on Dogman, Skinwalker Ranch, and demonic deception Why he believes many “creature” encounters may have supernatural roots The mission of Free the Rabbits and its connection to truth-seeking and freedom from fear Whether you’re fascinated by cryptids, intrigued by paranormal spirituality, or drawn to real eyewitness Bigfoot stories, this episode blends field investigation with a rare, honest conversation about faith, darkness, and the unknown. Resources: Link to all films discussed: https://merkelfilms.com Free the Rabbit show: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeTheRabbits 🗣️ Share Your Story Had a Bigfoot encounter or strange experience? Send it to
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