Ardeth Merklinger

Ardeth Merklinger is the MRN Producer.  She brings to Mysteries of the Mind a broad range of skills and credentials.

Coming from a small mountain community where she attended a one room schoolhouse, Ardeth developed a deep love and appreciation for nature and its fragile ecology. In 1957, Ardeth had the first of many UFO sightings and experienced a possible close encounter. In spite of the inevitable skepticism of others, Ardeth stuck to her story and has spent the last 40 years researching this intriguing phenomenon. As is the case with many UFO experiencers, this encounter catalyzed her insatiable interest in metaphysics, the paranormal, and her own spiritual enlightenment.

With a strong background in philosophy and an uncanny understanding of human nature, Ardeth is an accomplished and insightful public speaker.  Ardeth is a published poet and author, an interior designer, a talented fashion designer and top model, and has developed and taught self awareness programs for young women.

The Merklingers have been happily married for over 17 years and between them have seven children and several grandchildren. They have lived and worked throughout the United States and Europe and currently reside near Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.