Ninjas Are Butterflies Ep. 158: The Kandahar Giant, Ancient Portals, & The Apocalypse | NAB x LA Marzulli

Date: September 5, 2025
Hosts: Josh Hooper, Andy DeNoon, and crew
Guest: L.A. Marzulli
Main Theme: A wild, high-energy blend of biblical mysteries, conspiracy theories, and fringe archaeology, centered around the existence of giants, supernatural portals, and the biblical apocalypse, all delivered with equal parts comedy and conviction.

Episode Overview

This episode features author and researcher L.A. Marzulli, known for his work on the Nephilim, the Kandahar Giant, and alternative biblical history. With the hosts’ signature irreverent humor, they deep-dive into stories of giants, government cover-ups, DNA mysteries, and supernatural phenomena—all through a distinctly Christian and conspiratorial lens. The conversation ranges from entertaining banter to intense discourse on biblical prophecy, ancient civilizations, and cosmic warfare, all connecting back to Marzulli’s belief that hidden supernatural forces influence history and contemporary events.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Getting to Know L.A. Marzulli

• Intro & Song Tribute ([03:12]-[06:16])
  • The hosts open with a playful reggae song celebrating Marzulli’s reputation among conspiracy theorists and fringe researchers.
  • “They’ve tried to silence him, but he keeps digging. And now they say even the Nephilim speak his name with fear.” – Host 1 ([04:04])
• Marzulli’s Bio & Calling ([10:39]-[15:40])
  • Former worship leader, redirected by God to pursue the Nephilim and hidden history.
  • Influenced by Dr. I.D.E. Thomas’s "Omega Conspiracy."
  • Over 32 films and 15 books exploring giants, lost civilizations, and biblical mysteries.
  • Profound personal calling at Ohio mound sites: “I am looking at the rest of my life. This is what I will be doing for the rest of my life.” – L.A. Marzulli ([14:05])

2. Ancient American Mounds & Hidden Giants

• Mound Builders & DNA Claims ([16:08]-[20:01])
  • Claims that mound-building in North America (Cahokia, Fort Ancient) was beyond the capability of Native Americans, suggesting a Nephilim connection.
  • Reports on DNA research of elongated skulls in Paracas, Peru, revealing non-human characteristics and Middle Eastern haplogroups.
  • “The Paraca skull, 96.5[% match to modern human]. Yeah, huge. What are we looking at here, folks?” – L.A. Marzulli ([19:31])

3. The Nazca Mummies and Claims of Hoaxes

• Debate Over Authenticity ([21:34]-[27:31])
  • Dismisses Nazca "three-fingered" mummies as constructed hoaxes—motivated by money.
  • Shares previous experience exposing a “fairy” hoax with rigorous testing.
  • “That’s real research. But those who are against you, the naysayers, will always be blabbing something stupid, but that’s the truth.” – L.A. Marzulli ([27:17])

4. Challenging Mainstream Archaeology

• Isolationists vs. Diffusionists ([27:51]-[30:03])
  • Critiques mainstream archaeology for dismissing pre-Columbian contact or migration from the Middle East.
  • Recounts DNA evidence that contradicts the prevailing isolationist narrative prevalent, e.g., at the Smithsonian.

5. Secret Histories Beneath Ancient Sites

• Gobekli Tepe, Egypt, and Hidden Chambers ([30:03]-[32:57])
  • Discusses satellite discoveries of unknown structures under the Giza Plateau, suggesting pre-flood origins.
  • Theorizes ancient sites globally were deliberately abandoned and buried as part of a cosmic conflict, the “war between good and evil.”

6. Bovine Blood, Abductions, and Artificial Wombs

• Cattle Mutilations & Hybrid Offspring ([33:05]-[38:12])
  • Links UFO abductions to the creation of hybrid beings, using bovine blood and organs in artificial wombs.
  • Connects these phenomena to Daniel 2:43 (“their seed will mingle with the seed of men…”).
  • “Bovine blood can be used in a human transfusion... catamunulations have been going on forever for decades.” – L.A. Marzulli ([34:32])

7. Biblical Prophecy, the Nephilim, and the Seed War

• Genesis 3:15, Book of Enoch, Seed of the Serpent ([38:12]-[46:27])
  • Lays out the “seed war” theory: history as a supernatural battle to corrupt humanity’s genetics.
  • Dissects Genesis, the Flood, and Canaanite conquest as attempts by evil to thwart the Messiah’s bloodline.
  • Cites archaeological evidence (the “curse tablet” at Joshua's altar) supporting this interpretation.
  • “Your seed, your offspring, will be at war, at enmity with the seed of the woman... it’s the whole Bible.” – L.A. Marzulli ([41:12])

8. Angels, Tartarus, and The Shroud of Turin

• Fate of the Fallen, Supernatural Technology, and Resurrection ([47:42]-[51:33])
  • Most watcher angels are imprisoned; others still at work.
  • Christ’s journey to Tartarus post-crucifixion interpreted as a cosmic proclamation of victory.
  • Ties this to the Shroud of Turin and the expected transformation of believers (Rapture).

9. The Kandahar Giant—Firsthand Account

• Origin of the Story: Military Encounter with a Giant ([56:50]-[61:58])
  • Describes the early 2000s U.S. military incident: giant with red hair, six fingers/toes killed after attacking a patrol in Afghanistan; body airlifted away and covered up.
  • “We broke the story on the Kandahar Giant. That’s our story... I met him [the shooter] in person in Ohio, then flew him out to California. We filmed him.” – L.A. Marzulli ([56:56])
  • Claims of follow-up threats from government operatives to keep quiet.

10. Portals, Supernatural Travel, and Squatch Connections

• Portals in Scripture and Paranormal Research ([69:35]-[78:45])
  • Portals extensively referenced in the Bible (e.g., Daniel’s angels, Acts’ miraculous transports).
  • Shares a video from researcher Scott Carpenter supposedly showing a Bigfoot manifesting through a “portal.”
  • “Portal isn’t a word you learn in seminary… But there are aspects of this we can’t deny as believers.” – Host 3 ([75:03])

11. Cryptids as "Beasts of the Earth" in End-Times Prophecy

• Modern Hybrids and Cryptids ([82:06]-[86:36])
  • Claims the proliferation of “hybrids”—modern nephilim—among humans; their eyes are the tell-tale sign.
  • Bigfoot, dogmen, yeti etc. seen as literal “therion” (beasts) loosed on the earth prophesied in Revelation.
  • “These entities have no soul... They shapeshift, never get the eyes right.” – L.A. Marzulli ([82:30])

12. Israel, Prophecy Clock, and the Coming Deception

• Global Patterns, Israel as Key, Alien Deception ([86:36]-[90:46])
  • Sees Israel’s founding as the start of the prophetic end times clock (Amos 9:14-15).
  • Asserts that UFO activity, abduction, and nuclear connections ramped up after 1948.
  • Warns of an impending “Great Deception” via staged alien arrival following nuclear crisis.

13. Marzulli’s Visions & The Urgency of the Times ([90:53]-[98:05])

• Personal Revelatory Experiences
  • Details two life-changing visions—one of Jesus, another he is not allowed to share (given only to Gary Stearman).
  • Increasing urgency for Christ’s imminent return; “it can’t be fixed anymore.”

Notable Quotes

• On research skepticism:
  “That’s real research. But those who are against you... will always be blabbing something stupid, but that’s the truth.” – L.A. Marzulli ([27:17])

• On the "seed war" in Genesis:
  “Your seed, your offspring, will be at war, at enmity with the seed of the woman. The whole Bible.” – L.A. Marzulli ([41:12])

• On how ancient feats were accomplished:
  “Who wakes up on a Monday morning and does this? You’re looking at 450,000 tons of earth.” – L.A. Marzulli ([16:32])

• On cover-ups and the deep state:
  “There is a secret government. There is a deep state... They want the goods.” – L.A. Marzulli ([65:28])

• On "portals" and supernatural travel:
  “Portal isn’t a word you learn in seminary... But there are aspects of this that we can’t deny as believers.” – Host 3 ([75:03])

• On cryptids in prophecy:
  “How do you kill it? How do you shoot it? You can’t.” – L.A. Marzulli ([85:15])

• On the state of the world and the church:
  “We have a form of religion with deny its power. And I’m part of a church and I love it. But wake up, you know, you gotta wake up.” – L.A. Marzulli ([98:05])

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:12] – Reggae intro song for Marzulli
• [10:39] – Marzulli’s background and calling
• [14:05] – “I am looking at the rest of my life” (supernatural experience)
• [16:08] – Claims about ancient American mounds/giants
• [19:31] – Paracas skulls DNA results
• [21:34] – On Nazca mummies as likely hoaxes
• [27:51] – Frustrations with mainstream archaeological dogma
• [30:03] – Gobekli Tepe, Egypt, and global ancient mysteries
• [33:05] – Cattle mutilations, hybridization, and artificial wombs
• [41:12] – Genesis 3:15 “seed war” and its implications
• [46:27] – Curse tablet at Joshua's altar: evidence of the seed war
• [56:50] – The Kandahar Giant story and cover-up
• [61:58] – Alleged government intimidation and deep-state threats
• [69:35] – Portals, supernatural travel, and Bigfoot evidence
• [82:06] – Modern hybrids among humans; “windows to the soul”
• [86:36] – Israel as end-times prophecy clock; UFO/nuclear connection
• [90:53] – Marzulli’s visions: significance & secrecy
• [98:05] – Critique of the modern church & the urgency for Christ’s return

Memorable L.A. Marzulli Moments

• The Trick Question: When goaded about "cheering for the Giants," Marzulli is totally serious (“No,” [08:12])—then realizes it was a sports team pun, not biblical giants.
• Bovine Blood & Artificial Wombs: Explains how abduction phenomena relate to end-time genetics—and the role of cattle mutilations in creating artificial hybrids.
• Kandahar Giant Story: Explicit, detailed retelling of the military giant encounter, his own involvement, and subsequent threats ([56:50]-[61:58]).
• Portals & Bigfoot: Marzulli claims to have footage of a Bigfoot emerging from a portal; connecting cryptid lore, biblical prophecy, and modern conspiracy.
• Overflowing Zeal: Marzulli’s passionate mini-sermons, especially about church complacency and the “denial of power” ([98:05]).

Final Segment: Where to Find L.A. Marzulli

• Website: LAMarzulli.com
• YouTube: Daily shows, 243,000 followers, documentary films.
• Patreon & social media.
• “15 books, 32 films… always on top of news items that are prophetic, on the trail of a Nephilim, or UFOs.” ([99:27])

Tone & Style:
A mix of offbeat comedy and sincere biblical-conspiracy deep diving. The hosts keep things light with jokes, custom songs, and recurring gags, while Marzulli maintains earnest conviction in his research and beliefs. The episode is both an entertaining ride and a crash course into alternative biblical history and eschatology.

For Listeners New to NAB & L.A. Marzulli

This episode is for those interested in fringe archaeology, biblical mysteries, and wild conspiracy—a heady blend of humor and apocalyptic prophecy that’s both entertaining and provocative, illuminating why so many are captivated by LA Marzulli’s vision of hidden history and cosmic warfare.

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