n this thought-provoking episode of The Malliard Report, Jim Malliard welcomes author and faith-based researcher Shannon Gilmour, who dives into one of the most complex intersections of modern curiosity: the overlap between Sasquatch phenomena, spiritual warfare, and Christian belief.
From her early experiences with sleep paralysis and what she interpreted as spiritual attacks, Shannon walks listeners through her decade-long journey toward understanding the unseen forces that shaped her life. Her candid discussion connects personal faith, science, and the supernatural in a way few dare to attempt—linking biblical genealogy, the Nephilim, and even modern DNA research into a cohesive theory of what these mysterious beings might represent.
Shannon speaks openly about her struggles within organized religion, sharing how the church’s reluctance to engage with paranormal questions left her searching for truth outside traditional boundaries. For her, deliverance came through faith—yet that faith evolved beyond denomination and into something more personal, rooted in both curiosity and conviction.
Together, Jim and Shannon explore how science and spirituality can coexist without contradiction. They discuss the suppression of supernatural research within the scientific community, the ethics of potential Sasquatch DNA disclosure, and the dangers of keeping the public in the dark about such findings.
As always, Jim keeps the conversation grounded, probing with respect and reflection—reminding listeners that curiosity and faith are not enemies but essential partners in seeking truth. It’s a deeply human, often challenging episode that embodies The Malliard Report’s signature balance of skepticism, spirit, and sincerity.
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Timestamps
00:00 – Opening Conversation:
Jim introduces Shannon Gilmour and her background as a writer, faith-based counselor, and researcher of Sasquatch phenomena.
05:00 – Early Experiences and Spiritual Attacks:
Shannon recounts her terrifying encounters with what she believes were spiritual assaults, later understanding them through the lens of faith and science.
10:00 – Sasquatch and the Supernatural Connection:
Discussion on Sasquatch as both flesh and spirit, the Nephilim hypothesis, and why Shannon believes they challenge our understanding of creation.
15:00 – Science, Faith, and Fear:
How infrasound and “sleep paralysis” may link paranormal events to measurable scientific phenomena—and why she believes the scientific community conceals key findings.
20:00 – Faith Beyond Religion:
Shannon explains how her personal deliverance came through rebuilding her faith outside organized religion, emphasizing relationship over ritual.
25:00 – Crisis Work and Ministry:
Her experience as a crisis-line volunteer in Alberta, and how compassion, outreach, and honest faith became central to her work.
30:00 – Biblical Roots of the Nephilim Theory:
A deep dive into Esau, Canaan, and the intermingling of lineages that may trace to modern-day Sasquatch—a blend of theology and myth.
35:00 – Life, Death, and the Soul:
A listener’s question prompts a conversation on suicide, Sheol, and what happens to the soul—interpreted through ancient Hebrew scripture.
40:00 – Teaching the Next Generation:
Shannon previews her upcoming children’s faith study on Genesis, aiming to teach spirituality through honesty, not fear.
45:00 – Closing Thoughts:
Jim and Shannon reflect on curiosity, courage, and the freedom that comes from facing the unknown through both faith and intellect.
Pull Quotes / Takeaways
“Knowledge is power—and the more you know, the less you fear the unknown.” – Shannon Gilmour
“Curiosity isn’t rebellion. It’s reverence in motion.” – Jim Malliard
“Sasquatch may be both flesh and spirit, here for a purpose we don’t yet understand.” – Shannon Gilmour
“Faith should never be afraid of questions.” – Jim Malliard
“Deliverance didn’t come through ritual. It came through surrender.” – Shannon Gilmour
