The start of the tour has been amazing - can’t wait to see you in Chicago! Grab tickets here: www.ticketmaster.com/mrballen-the-strange-dark-mysterious-live-chicago-illinois-10-04-2024/event/070060D5AF743FA8
on Christmas day 2006 my grandmother accidentally drove over me in her car, i bought her a super size jar of her fave toffee dusted centered strawberry Bonbons and she couldn't wait to get home and tuck in to them, there i was waving good bye in front of he garage door and next min instead of putting it in reverse she stuck it in drive and proceeded to crush my legs in to spaghetti bolognese
@@MrBallen Hi Mr Ballen, please notice me. I've been such a huge fan since i've been 15 and i'm now 17. My boyfriends gotten me your book for christmas and now i have no way to one up his present. I've commented on all your videos and im hoping this is the time you notice me. sending lots of love from london.
Not really, because he regurgitates videos from his other channels now. There's no point, even watching anymore, because you've basically listened to all of his videos on at least one of his channels.
N THAT'S THE PROBLEM...............SAME STORIES WE'VE ALREADY HEARD ........I LOVE THIS GUY BUT I HOPE THIS GETS BETTER .......OR HE'LL START LOOSE SUBS .
They probably knew, they just refused to believe it could happen to them. It’s a common belief amongst people with dangerous pets. They refuse to accept those kind of “pets” are not appropriate pets at all because they are too dangerous and eventually they will be harmed or killed. It’s almost like a delusion that only they can tame such dangerous creatures. They always end up maimed or killed. The sad part is usually the animal/s is/are killed too, as if it was their fault.
@@riveramnell143 true, he probably knew and was trying to treat the infected wound himself or something. Then again he was slow enough to be tossing roaches on his floor too. Whole building is probably infested now. Sheesh.
Left no fingerprints while getting into the bag, and cleaned the bathroom. He probably did a wash, put the clothes away, did the dishes, and did his taxes. He was more productive, neat and tidy in death than most of us alive.
I will always find it relaxing to listen to Mr. Ballen's stories every week after doing my job as a teacher and after doing my chores, like throwing cockroaches on the floor.
Second case has got to be one of the MOST OBVIOUS CASES OF HOMICIDE! Accidental death???!!!! Are you kidding me? Someone “accidentally” put someone in a duffel bag and padlocked it ! Yep it must be an accident 🤔🤯🤦🏼♀️
OMG I KNOW!!! At least pretend to give a shit, in it!!! am i missing some thing here?? the last story sounded an awful lot like another story i think he has told? but told differently?? and i'm sure that the boat was pirated by four murderous escaped criminals from prison? they had pretended to be swept to sea and needed help. after they were on board. they murdered the true occupants and started to head across the ocean and escape capture. and they must have been the ones that the other boat were talking too. and they didn't want help obviously. but when they made contact with the families. they had no way of knowing that they wasn't their family. i cant remember how the other story ended now?? but they sound strikingly familiar.
For real!!!! I agree, how can anyone assume he put himself in there just cuz he bought stuff from a bondage site and couldnt get himself free when he tied himself to a bed, thats actually possible and is fetishized, no one gets off by putting themselves in duffle bags!! It was def done by someone who knows what theyre doing.
Komodo dragons are scary as hell. They can smell blood from far away and come running. They’ve eaten more than a few people on Komodo Island. That’s why people don’t really go there. They’re cool though.
@@nicole6323 I was obsessed with Komodos and other big lizards when I was young and I even had a two foot long replica Komodo. I wanted one as a pet. Then they discovered that they’re also venomous 😳. Maybe not the best pet lol.
Not going to lie, mrballen liked a comment i posted on his Facebook and I believe commented on it a few years ago and it literally made my entire day, i was dealing with some things then and I can't put into words how happy it made me, he made a fan for life! I've even shared his videos with my kids and they enjoy it as well
He responded to one of my comments a couple weeks ago and it made me smile! I'd probably swoon if I ever met him in person. I like him so much and I love watching and listening to him tell stories! I felt like he acknowledged me in a personal way. Very nice!
Very similar thing happened to me where Unit #522, a youtuber who makes scary stories, added me on google+ over 10 years ago. Back then he had like 600 subs. I don't watch him, though, and I have no idea why he added me. I'm not sure if he just spam-added friends or something
My totally unprofessional theory on the boat is that they were hijacked, forced to drive to where they were found. When they were found and recognized, the hijackers hid and threatened the crew to keep quiet, refuse help beyond some supplies, thence drive out of sight. Once the hijackers got whatever or wherever they wanted they killed the crew. The journal was the crew telling their family members what happened to them, but the hijackers found the journal and ripped out all the pages that explained and incriminated the hijackers, then they got on another boat and sent the other boat to float out at sea.
This makes sense to me. All i could think was some criminal activity. And it makes sense they ripped the pages out. And they could habe gone further and sabotaged the boat to sink but it happened way later when they were being pulled. Just a thought... i have zero idea just spitballing lol
Maybe those four men were actually the hijackers, or some of them were. (Did the would-be rescuers know what these men looked like?) Those men who were from the original crew were either held captive below or deceased.
Haha yeah, poor guy was just too dumb. Even when bitten, hurting, and swelling for a week. Also I think the crew of the boat was hijacked by pirates who stayed on board quite awhile.. but the boat wasn't in the shape for 1968- I 8 investigators to determine that
Bruh.. considering that guy being stuffed in a duffle bag, laying on the key to the padlock on the outside, with the thermostat turned on high heat an accident is hilariously ridiculous. They should just be honest and say they don't know and that it was the perfect crime. I'm far less likely to trust and fund an agency that tries to pretend they know what they're doing than an honest agency that admits their faults.
I’ve been watching Mr Ballen for so long that I remember each of these stories. They are always so unique that one particular detail stands out to me, then I remember!
I love how Mr Ballen says he picks up a handful of cockroaches and throws them on the floor, watching them scatter. Like that's a normal thing we all do lol.
Ikr? That creeped me out SO MUCH! I love animals, but that was possibly the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard someone do. Sorry to his fam but good Lord! They were living free in that house with him and they are (obviously) extremely dangerous. Not even like having a tiger or something. You can't lose them in your house. Those lizards could have been anywhere at any time...then he throws the most infamous house nono insects there are down for them to eat! While the normal peeps are fumigating and going crazy if they even THINK they have roaches! Ugh. I'm sorry he passed. Think he was probably gone when they started...you know. Roaches weren't enough. Probably thought he sacrificed himself idk. He'd be happy I bet, to know they weren't destroyed. Have a great day😳🤯💔🦎🪳
So with that first story, I knew I heard it before once he said the word "hiss." I remember a show on Animal Planet years ago called fatal attractions where people would actually own dangerous and wild animals, and keep them as pets. I remember this story of Ronald who had been killed and eaten by his pet monitor lizards. So crazy.
@@jch12341 my mom had one of these reptiles! Things are scary af. My mom collected all kinds of dangerous reptiles and snakes. Nothing bad ever happened that I know of. I think she sold all of them when she had a financial struggle. My mom did not shy away from criminal behavior so I’m not surprised to hear that this was an illegal reptile 😅🫣
@@lovelyisabelle2028oh here we go someone special speak in French heaven forbid I say I'm French Canadian they will snub their nose at me LOL obviously JKing
Your storytelling capabilities are truly a gift of the soul while your attention to the most minute detail really emphasize your stories and your ability to give depth and personality to people truly makes your stories come alive. And your work with true crime victims makes your personality absolutely epic. Thank you, Mr. B, not only for serving the country via your military career, but by serving the country by helping victims of true crime seek justice, closure and healing. Totally can see you as the next John Walsh. Keep on rocking the flannel!
Why wouldn't Suradji just tell the women he needed their saliva for a potion or something? He didn't kill those women to make getting their spit easier. He did it because he wanted to and made an excuse.
Because he was a religious nutter! Call it 'spiritual', a 'cult' or a 'religion' they are all shysters that take advantage of uneducated, gullible fools.
💯 Exactly. There’s a million other ways he could have easily gotten their saliva, could have just asked them to spit into any bottle ect as part of the “ritual” or potion as you said. He was a sick & disgusting person who just wanted to kill a bunch of women.
The last 3 years have been hard. I discovered Mr Ballen when I was at my lowest and these Sunday stories have become like a comfort blanket to me. Would even go as far as to say they helped save me. Things haven't improved much in my life but I can always look forward to my Sunday comfort blanket. Thank you Mr Ballen ❤
I call it my distraction …from bs going on in my life 🙄 It does get better I’m glad I didn’t do what I wanted to do years ago !!! I hung in and it got better 😃
So thankful I got internet back today and got to see mrballen!!!! I live in Swannanoa NC and have been hit by Hurricane Helene. Thank you Mrballen for helping me keep my spirit up!!!!!
I am about a month late, but I am so glad that you’re OK. I set up all night, watching TikTok, sick with worry about North Carolina, and Florida. Climate change is undeniable! Love ya sis! 💙
Hey it's the Yankees fault for the Red Sox if that dude never left or screwed us over besides the curse is broken anyways so I think the beef is done. But in all honesty there was a real like beef if you wore a Yankees hat in Boston like you could get into a fight same thing if like you wear a Red Sox hat in New York like you could get into a fight it was a crazy beef. I'm not a sports fan I just know the story. But it's just crazy how angry people get about sports. I feel like if you wear anything of the Patriots and you go anywhere everyone just looks down at you LOL
48:59 bro really couldn't just be like "ey yo spit in this jar for me". The best course of action was murder? I really don't see the thought process here
Right? Like how is it easier to kill someone than pay them 20 quid to spit in a bottle? Or say it's a protection against bad luck? Or just make a bet or literally anything else?
As soon as I heard “he liked his apartment to be blazing hot” and “wooden cages” I immediately knew the guy had lizards. Throwing cockroaches on the floor was just the nail in the coffin.
You took the words right out of my mouth! Man, that’s sad. You’re having to go out of town during the week for work to stay in some crappy hotel, having to find whatever you can to eat for the week, and all you do is go to work and come back to your room, not even dealing with the outside world, and here it is, you aren’t even safe doing that anymore. I can’t imagine what was going through his head when it all happened; I bet he was so scared. And what’s the odds of it hitting him right in the heart! I’m so glad that the wife hired that PI because if it wasn’t for him, it’s likely the case would’ve never been solved. He knew his stuff.
@@debrajones4010 I'm still so confused on the trajectory. From what I'm hearing the round entered the room behind the headboard, and even with him sitting up with his back on the board, the round entered through his junk and his heart? He would have been facing away from the headboard with his junk in front of him....unless he watches TV in a very awkward position.
@@braddean1247 I didn’t get that part either! Idk tho; the bullet could’ve went through the bottom and worked its way up to the heart if he was lying on his back. That would explain why his insides were completely destroyed. So I guess that does make sense. 🤷🏻♀️ But that was a horrible way to go, to not even know how you’re going. Nobody could’ve saved him from that tho; even if he was laying in the hospital.
I usually hate to read/listen to the same stories, but Mr. Ballen's storytelling is just so good, I watched the whole video even having watched the videos of three of these stories before. Also, the people who edited it all did a very good job. They sound brand new until a specific detail makes you remember that yes, you've heard this one previously. But by then you are already too caught up on the amazing storytelling to stop, lol.
I live in the town where Ronald lived. He was a really nice guy. I met him a couple times being involved in the reptile community as a snake breeder and gecko breeder. Catoctin is a great zoo. I was glad they took in the monitors rather than putting them down. RIP Ronald!
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 Nobody knew about the monitors. There are reptile shows and reptile sales online. So you can meet up with a person or wait till a show to get something from them. The reptile community is usually in touch online and meets at the shows in person. You don't have to tell what reptiles you have. He kept them secret. The community is a broad term for people who breed or love reptiles. Not an in person get together other than at shows.
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 The community is mostly online and we meet in person at reptile shows. We have them in large convention centers. He liked reptiles of all kinds. He kept the monitors a secret. Shows are also a great place to et good deals on feeders. So his roaches would have been cheaper if sourced from a feeder breeder at a show.
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 because the reptile community gets together at fair grounds etc to buy, sell, and trade reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids. He hid the monitors but had interests in other animals.
Not really. I found him in 2021 and binged for a couple days. Now it's more true crime than what his channel started from. I listen to the podcasts only because I go to VA appointments. He got huge, and then he started charging to listen. He apparently got a wake up call thinking we've been here since the beginning and lost subs because it's not in a budget. He started doing free and I'm back for it. Medical Mysteries and Wartime Stories are cool in my opinion. I get he is on tour but I'm not sure the stories he's telling there are regurgitating stories/for the podcasts
I do the opposite, lol, damn I miss the old videos before it became all about $, and the subs now are Peta Weirdos, straight stans glazing, PC police and on and on, Hey at least you pulled off your hair transplant without people giving u crap
Hey Mr ballen, I’ve watched you since Covid when my whole family and I was quarantined with Covid and all I would do all day was watch you, now I’ve preordered your book and it came yesterday. I finished it in two days. You have been my inspiration for a while now. I love your videos and I loved your book. I hope you can make more books
Words can’t explain how much your videos helped me during Covid, my mom and grandma were both in the hospital with Covid and the only thing that would bring me joy would be watching your videos. Every morning I would wake up hoping to see your videos until I saw all of them and would wait until you posted a new video, my grandma died due to Covid but what would help me a lot were your videos, now I still love your videos and I wanted to tell you how much you helped me when I was little
I think he is so mean that the like button is to scared to do it because of what mr ballen will do OMG 21 likes I’m so happy that’s the most I have ever got we’ll I have been a u tuber for like a month two so yea
Happy birthday Mr. Ballen! I just want to say that you have been an inspiration to me, you tell storys like no other. You have made me laugh, when I thought such a joy filled sound couldn't come out of me again. I don't know you personally, but I feel like you have always been there for me, when no one else was, to make me laugh, and give me comfort. You are an amazing person, who is loved by many, dont forget that. I so wish I could see you live, to wish you a happy birthday in person. But you already came through where near I live, so I guess next time! No mater how old I get, I will NEVER, forget Mr. Ballen. God bless
this is one of the sweetest, most heartfelt comments I think I’ve ever read. I can tell a lot about you from your comment: you have a huge heart, you show gratitude (which is amazing) and you’re thoughtful. I haven’t seen anyone else wish him a happy birthday, and I’ve been in these comments for about an hour. You’re a good person, this world needs more like you. Stay your, sweet friend. 💙
"He grabbed a handful of cockroaches.... Me: 👁👄👁 Whaa... excuse me? " He then threw them on the ground." Me: NOPPPEEEEE NO THANK YOU BURN THAT APARTMENT DOWN!
Re used content. Idk this channel is dying man, every week he just uploads old stuff with new visuals but nobody watched for the visuals we want a new story
Damn!! Over 400 000 views in 10 hours!! Mr Ballen, you are the best ❤ I just found your channel a few months ago and now I'm totally hooked.....can't go to sleep without my bedtime story but can't just watch one show, l end up binging and am now an insomniac. I love, love, love this amazing storyteller ❤❤❤❤
Where has the best story teller been? The fact he can reword stories and make me think i haven’t heard this one then BAM he mentions a small detail towards the end that jogs my memory! I don’t know where he learned how to find and tell stories but it’s always unique and keeps me hyper focused the entire time!!! It seems like forever since I’ve heard or seen him on TH-cam. So glad he’s back I’m going to treat myself to a bowl of “LIKES”! 😊❤
I fell into my bath tub the other day and was engulfed by my duffle bag too. Just lucky the padlock was no where near it or I may have been in big trouble 🤣🤣🤣
Weird he had some run ins with the Clinton's and then, like 70+ others who crossed them. Mysterious death, most always ruled a suicide. Kamala, Biden, and Obama all work for the Clintons and the Clintons work for even worse criminals.
How about this for the El Fausto: the guys of El Fausto found simethung drifting at sea, hauled it into their boat and found it dangerous. Fearing it will endanger their community and family, and being already exposed to the thing they found, they decided to take it to the high seas knowing they will die anyway. The 3 later could not take it and jump overseas to die. The Duquesa found El Fauso and discovered the thing on board El Fauso and before they could be exposed, decided to sink the boat. Then they fabricated the official story. The note, it is true. But Duquesa crew tore the missing pages and kept silent about it to hide the fact and avoid investigation. Its a basic maritime law to tow a distress vessel. Duquesa violated it by sinking El Fauso.
@@VB-lc4xz They surely knew their kidnappers would kill them--their only chance would be to all try to clamber aboard the rescue ship. The kidnappers would be unlikely to kill them in front of a huge ship of witnesses, and even if they did try to, likely at least a couple of the 4 would have made it.
It wasn't the Duquesa that was towing it. It was the Italian ship later on that found it and discovered the one dead body and it sunk as they towed it. All 4 people on the boat denied being towed and told the Duquessa they just needed some supplies and they were all good. That aside, I think its very possible this could be what happened. That they found something and knew going home would bring danger to their loved ones and such so they stayed away
Thank you so much for telling stories of people we may have otherwise not heard of. You have set a new path for compassion, as well as leading us through the 5 stages of death with your stories, without even knowing if it will be a death, or a victory for the people in your stories. Thanks so much for the suspense, and leaving no rocks unturned(unless of course you say it hasn't been turned).
Has anyone else ever heard the story about the 3 German soldiers who were buried alive during ww2 but nobody knew until they were cleaning up the debris a couple years later and miraculously found two of the men still alive. Sadly one died of shock after seeing the sun for the first time in 3 years but one survived to tell the story of how they stayed alive scavenging in the dark??? Its a crazy story i only heard once. I can't remember when or who i heard it from but im wondering if it was a true story or a extremely good scary pasta. Anyone else know id appreciate it if you replied and told me. ✌🏻✌🏿✌🏽
@@maryanne7161 it wasn't in a grave it was in a actual German WW2 bunker. I should have mentioned that. That's why they were able to find enough stuff to eat and whatever because it was a bunker meant to allow like a whole platoon or company for a period of time. There was a whole building above the actual bunker part and that's what was destroyed and caused them to be buried. I don't remember exactly where it was but European cities were practically flattened so that's why it apparently took so long to find them under that building because every building has to be cleaned up or whatever. That's why the story was so good it gave a explanation for every question you would think of to yourself making it impossible. It was either a very very well thought out story or true. Trust me I'm from st Louis Missouri they call us the "show me state" for a good reason. I wouldn't believe some crazy story that was obviously fake but this one was absolutely possible! At least the way I heard it but like I said I only heard it once and can't remember when! Heard it or where I heard it. The only thing that makes it seem like it may be untrue is the fact I've never heard it before or after that one time and nowadays every story seems like it's been told 10 times each minimum but I'd like to know 100 if it's true or false. It'd be a great story for Allen to tell I know that.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, John! Mine was yesterday (66). I’m so psyched , because AMAZON informed me today that YOUR BOOK has been shipped to me!!!! I ORDERED THE SECOND YOU MENTIONED IT, AND I AM SO EXCITED. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AS WELL AS YOUR FOUNDATION.
The next time you plan a tour, please consider doing a show in New Orleans! We have world class accommodations, cuisine, sights and activities that are unique to New Orleans and that you can’t find anywhere else in the world. We call ourselves the biggest small town in the country because even though the city is a densely populated urban metropolis, everyone knows everyone and we all stay connected to each other through our deep rooted traditions and culture. We also love Mr. Ballen! I have yet to find anyone that doesn’t follow your content regularly. Every Monday at work, we are discussing the latest video and how we loved it. You would be welcomed here in a way that only we can and you wouldn’t regret stopping here!
I live in Pensacola Florida now but I agree about nawlins as I used to live there @MrBallen you won't regret that show there unless of course you have far to many hurricanes to drink (trust me just have one or 2 and stop LMFAO)!
I have visited New Orleans and can definitely agree I had amazing food and there were very hospitable locals. I have a shellfish allergy and everyone accommodated that, which I was very thankful.
Omg I bet it was amazing. Questions! Is he at handsome in person? What was the energy like? Did he tell new stories? Was his family there? Was he wearing his usual shorts/flannel/crocs/backwards hat? And was it magical? I’m so jealous! Call me Jelly Kelly! 😂💙💙💙 very cool, sis! I’m happy for you. It’s very cool, the art of storytelling is one of the oldest forms of art and traditions that there is, and without props, without anything fancy, this man takes this ancient art and makes it real, so cool you got to witness that. I’m going to catch his next tour, I hope. 😊
@noodlepoodlegirl His energy was high, stories were good and he was funny! Wore the classic fannel and jeans. He is just as handsome in person. I didn't see family, but they may have been there... Great show worth seeing!
Check out the podcasts, too - MrBallen podcast and Medical Mysteries are both done by him and full of stories that aren't on youtube! I'm not a podcast person, but... I'm hooked *hard*. I listen to them literally every day on the way to work (and sometimes on the ambulance if we're posted up somewhere on a slow night, lol). Enjoy your newfound strange, dark, and mysterious journey, and welcome to the family!
Why did the idiots leave the door open when they walked away? Those lizards could have gotten out! Poor man. People think they are able to keep crazy animals as pets when will they learn.
Crazy animals? My neighbor had an elderly guest that was eaten by his dogs! When he came home and discovered the grisly scene he shot all the dogs that were involved. He had more dogs that were outside at the time. Autopsy gave no proof whether the dogs killed the man or if he had a heart attack or something. Cops didn't do anything. His landlord kicked him out and sold the house/property. New owners demolished the house due to water and termite damage. Asked me if I wanted to look around if there was anything I wanted to take before the bulldozers came. I said no way!
@@encycl07pedia-You need to go back to school and repeat your English lessons if you can't comprehend the meaning of her last sentence. The only benefit of doubt I can grant you at this point that can come even remotely close to justifying your baffling ignorance is that maybe just maybe you are still in school, and the only reason you can't seem to wrap your head around the meaning of her last sentence is that the class you are in has yet to come across the chapters of your English textbooks that explain how comprehension is done
@@reddragon771 Are you lashing out because you also have trash English and don't know how to end a sentence and where to place punctuation? You clearly have issues with run-on sentences.
The "idiots" might have been quite overwhelmed with what they saw, probably didn't even see the neighbour sneaking, and they were not leaving the scene, just got out to wait for the investigation team. "crazy animals"?! Don't you think you're the crazy one here? Of course many animals aren't meant to be domesticated, but lots of dogs or cats can be real threats while many wild animals have been domesticated and never cause any issues. It's more a matter of knowing what your animals/pets are capable of and what dangers they can bring. This poor guy didn't do enough research about his lizards, or else he would've likely known their bite are highly poisonous and can be fatal if not treated immediately and properly.. Some advice dude, learn to express your thoughts with adapted words, and use ponctuation please. Thx
Can't believe people are moaning about re released content... This, plus one new release on podcasts plus medical mysteries etc there's plenty of content
All for re-releases. Though it would make much more sense to release old videos that aren't so fresh in our minds. He has so many good stories so I'm not sure why he's released the Warren and Ruth story, it's only a couple of months old.
Eagerly awaiting 1st October when I take delivery of my pre-ordered copy of Mr Ballen's first (hopefully there will be many more) novel. Much love to you Mr. B from the UK
totally addicted to the show. humble suggestion: talk about the illustrator(s) when you promote the book. who are they? why are they great? etc. with love mkz
MrB. Respectfully, how do you not have someone writing up subtitles for you at this point? Ya'll are huge and I'm sure that many people w/ poor vision would love to follow along w/out having to rely on youtube's mildly inaccurate AI-generated captions
Love these stories. My all time favorite stories Mr ballen tells are ones about ghosts and anything to do with the ocean. The ocean is creepy and full of mysteries.
Exactly..something was going DOWN on that boat. At first I thought male.ego but no. I think they were doing something illegal and they stranded the last man.
I don’t know. They feel they are entitled. I didn’t know if there would be a video today, I wasn’t really expecting it, so this is a nice surprise. The man is touring, getting ready to release his first book, his birthday is in a few days, etc. People need to get a grip.
@@Lisasanti1why would you even entertain a person that uses the word "complications" instead of *COMPILATIONS? And not one person on here has complained about him leaving the compilation this week. The only complaint on here was about the stories not actually being "fan favorites." As a long time listener none of the stories he told today were majorlty fan favorites. This is what the (Edit) button is used for. To correct mistakes. Not leave them posted.
@@wadewilson8011 , because she knows an obvious typo when she sees one. Lots of sour grapes in these comments. The guy is literally building a company and multiple creators and now he's going on tour. Ever wonder why you rarely see TH-camrs on tour? Because they make 10 times the money per hour invested then they do touring. So you can't even fault him for just trying to get extra dough.
@@wadewilson8011 Some people get autocorrected and don't notice because they're not as precious about comment section etiquette as you. Also there are viewers with different levels of education, or perhaps English isn't their first language. And how are you measuring how much of a "fan favorite" each episode is?
Well I learned it’s better for me to play one original story than a few back to back. I didn’t hear any of these stories before. Maybe the original versions didn’t have more details. My favorite gift you have and why you do this so well is your attention to detail. I can listen to you and let what you’re saying go in my mind and it’s all in pictures like I’m watching a movie. If any come from a book you truly compliment the authors. If possible you should set up a ratings link. You do an excellent job of bringing the characters and their circumstances to life. Thank you!
Throwing cockroaches on the floor is apperantly a chore now guys. I personally always have my live cockroaches to let loose on my floor anytime I need to do the chores. W video as always tho please MrBallen NEVER stop uploading we absolutely love it😀❤and your humor is acctually really funny to watch :)
Remember, storytelling, in its best form, is as great a talent as that of a famous musician or artist. The, "STORY", is the tellers, "Paint". Our minds are his canvas. Well done Mr. Ballen! Well done!
I wonder if the guy in the last story ate the other men on that boat? Might explain why there was only his body left, and possibly why there were 28 pages missing. Maybe he documented to keep his sanity, but then tore them out when he knew he was about to die? Could explain why he didn’t want his daughter to know what went on at the end… just what came to my mind first after hearing that story. Too bad the ship sunk, seems like it was destined for bad luck that trip
I think that it could of been hijacked for whatever and the hijackers were inside the ship when they met with the British ship so then they offed them after they got what they want but the only problem with that is how they got away so it's just gonna be one of them mysteries of the ocean
Mr ballen is such a great dude. Plus a great storyteller has well. I've been watching your vids for about a year or two now. I hope i get to watch more of your vids for years to come ^^
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY MR.Ballin 🎂🎉🥳🎈🎊🎁🎂🎉🎈🎊 Can’t wait to see you at the Kimmel center in Philadelphia October 12 can’t wait!!! ☺️ I’m a long time fan and supporter, been following and listening on TH-cam and Amazon ☺️been listening, watching since the beginning 🥰
The start of the tour has been amazing - can’t wait to see you in Chicago! Grab tickets here: www.ticketmaster.com/mrballen-the-strange-dark-mysterious-live-chicago-illinois-10-04-2024/event/070060D5AF743FA8
My Girlfriend bought us tickets but didn’t see how to purchase the meet and greet! Is there anyway to add that to our already purchased tickets?!
So glad to hear the tour is ROCKING LIKE A MUSIS TOUR BUT YOU WOULDN'T HEAR MY ALLAN LOL 😂😂😂😂GO BIG GUY ALL THE WAY❤
on Christmas day 2006 my grandmother accidentally drove over me in her car, i bought her a super size jar of her fave toffee dusted centered strawberry Bonbons and she couldn't wait to get home and tuck in to them, there i was waving good bye in front of he garage door and next min instead of putting it in reverse she stuck it in drive and proceeded to crush my legs in to spaghetti bolognese
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@@MrBallen Hi Mr Ballen, please notice me. I've been such a huge fan since i've been 15 and i'm now 17. My boyfriends gotten me your book for christmas and now i have no way to one up his present. I've commented on all your videos and im hoping this is the time you notice me. sending lots of love from london.
This is like a throwback to when he used to upload 3 to 4 and possibly five times a week!!!! only true Mr. Ballin fans would know that
I know that!
Miss those good days
Not really, because he regurgitates videos from his other channels now. There's no point, even watching anymore, because you've basically listened to all of his videos on at least one of his channels.
N THAT'S THE PROBLEM...............SAME STORIES WE'VE ALREADY HEARD ........I LOVE THIS GUY BUT I HOPE THIS GETS BETTER .......OR HE'LL START LOOSE SUBS .
@@ClaytonCatlin TOTALLY AGREE.
MrBallen: “He threw the live cockroaches on the floor. Now that his chores were done….”
Me: CHORES???!!!!!!! 😮😅
🤣🤣🤣i know that was insane
Having known some folks… I figured that’s where the story was going after he told us about the chores
That's what I thought! "Chore?"
Wait you don't throw roaches around your house? You just leave your chores unfinished?
Immediately I had a feeling the man had reptiles. As a fellow reptile owner. Lol gotta deal with the creepy crawlies.
Someone who owned several monitor lizards but didn't know the bite would slowly kill him. Wow.
How tf you didn’t do your research before owning such unconventional and dangerous pets?
They probably knew, they just refused to believe it could happen to them. It’s a common belief amongst people with dangerous pets. They refuse to accept those kind of “pets” are not appropriate pets at all because they are too dangerous and eventually they will be harmed or killed. It’s almost like a delusion that only they can tame such dangerous creatures. They always end up maimed or killed. The sad part is usually the animal/s is/are killed too, as if it was their fault.
"I've been doing this for years. I'll be fine. " famous last words
The number of people who get dogs without researching the breed… yeah, I believe it.
@@riveramnell143 true, he probably knew and was trying to treat the infected wound himself or something. Then again he was slow enough to be tossing roaches on his floor too. Whole building is probably infested now. Sheesh.
Don't you hate it when you accidentally fall into a padlocked duffle bag and your phone resets itself??
I'd say it was a inside job ain't no way he did that himself and mafia would be sloppy I assume
Yeah , I hate it when that happens.
Happened to me last week man it was the 3rd time this month. I Hate it when that happens
Left no fingerprints while getting into the bag, and cleaned the bathroom. He probably did a wash, put the clothes away, did the dishes, and did his taxes. He was more productive, neat and tidy in death than most of us alive.
Hate when that happens 😂😂
I will always find it relaxing to listen to Mr. Ballen's stories every week after doing my job as a teacher and after doing my chores, like throwing cockroaches on the floor.
Lol😂😂😂!!!
I also like listening to his videos, usually in between when I’m biting my owners hand
😂 I died a lil when he said that
Cosplay in replies !!!! love it
I spit pop out my nose when he said that.
Second case has got to be one of the MOST OBVIOUS CASES OF HOMICIDE! Accidental death???!!!! Are you kidding me? Someone “accidentally” put someone in a duffel bag and padlocked it ! Yep it must be an accident 🤔🤯🤦🏼♀️
He was in my school , very very clever boy and it was definitely a cover up
OMG I KNOW!!!
At least pretend to give a shit, in it!!!
am i missing some thing here??
the last story sounded an awful lot like another story i think he has told?
but told differently??
and i'm sure that the boat was pirated by four murderous escaped criminals from prison?
they had pretended to be swept to sea and needed help.
after they were on board.
they murdered the true occupants and started to head across the ocean and escape capture.
and they must have been the ones that the other boat were talking too.
and they didn't want help obviously.
but when they made contact with the families.
they had no way of knowing that they wasn't their family.
i cant remember how the other story ended now??
but they sound strikingly familiar.
For real!!!! I agree, how can anyone assume he put himself in there just cuz he bought stuff from a bondage site and couldnt get himself free when he tied himself to a bed, thats actually possible and is fetishized, no one gets off by putting themselves in duffle bags!! It was def done by someone who knows what theyre doing.
His team members def killed him and will never be put to trial
How could it possibly be an accident. Smells like a cover up
Imagine breaking into an apartment and seeing a 7-foot Comodo dragon like a guard dog, named Sprinkles. 😂
Komodo dragons are scary as hell. They can smell blood from far away and come running. They’ve eaten more than a few people on Komodo Island. That’s why people don’t really go there. They’re cool though.
@@riveramnell143The worst animal in Far Cry 3, still had nightmares of them
@@riveramnell143 I didn't know that. Learning something new every day
@@nicole6323 I was obsessed with Komodos and other big lizards when I was young and I even had a two foot long replica Komodo. I wanted one as a pet. Then they discovered that they’re also venomous 😳. Maybe not the best pet lol.
That sounds adorable in theory.
Not going to lie, mrballen liked a comment i posted on his Facebook and I believe commented on it a few years ago and it literally made my entire day, i was dealing with some things then and I can't put into words how happy it made me, he made a fan for life! I've even shared his videos with my kids and they enjoy it as well
He responded to one of my comments too. Made me feel awesome! Its nice that someone like him took a moment to recognize little 'ol me!
@@GatesoftheNephilim exactly 💯
My grandchildren even love him! 😊
He responded to one of my comments a couple weeks ago and it made me smile! I'd probably swoon if I ever met him in person. I like him so much and I love watching and listening to him tell stories! I felt like he acknowledged me in a personal way. Very nice!
Very similar thing happened to me where Unit #522, a youtuber who makes scary stories, added me on google+ over 10 years ago. Back then he had like 600 subs. I don't watch him, though, and I have no idea why he added me. I'm not sure if he just spam-added friends or something
My totally unprofessional theory on the boat is that they were hijacked, forced to drive to where they were found. When they were found and recognized, the hijackers hid and threatened the crew to keep quiet, refuse help beyond some supplies, thence drive out of sight. Once the hijackers got whatever or wherever they wanted they killed the crew. The journal was the crew telling their family members what happened to them, but the hijackers found the journal and ripped out all the pages that explained and incriminated the hijackers, then they got on another boat and sent the other boat to float out at sea.
This makes sense to me. All i could think was some criminal activity. And it makes sense they ripped the pages out. And they could habe gone further and sabotaged the boat to sink but it happened way later when they were being pulled. Just a thought... i have zero idea just spitballing lol
True.
That’s what I thought but, they didn’t take the boat! 🤔
That was my first thought! Pirates!!
Maybe those four men were actually the hijackers, or some of them were. (Did the would-be rescuers know what these men looked like?) Those men who were from the original crew were either held captive below or deceased.
when throwing live cockroaches on the floor is one of your chores, it's time to get some new chores.
A new place to live & SLEEP without worry !!!
I was thinking snakes
I drive by that Zoo twice a week
Haha yeah, poor guy was just too dumb. Even when bitten, hurting, and swelling for a week. Also I think the crew of the boat was hijacked by pirates who stayed on board quite awhile.. but the boat wasn't in the shape for 1968- I 8 investigators to determine that
Or some move out of the apartment and get some land.
Bruh.. considering that guy being stuffed in a duffle bag, laying on the key to the padlock on the outside, with the thermostat turned on high heat an accident is hilariously ridiculous. They should just be honest and say they don't know and that it was the perfect crime. I'm far less likely to trust and fund an agency that tries to pretend they know what they're doing than an honest agency that admits their faults.
Good thing they're taxpayer funded.
They're the ones who probably did it. (MI6)
I probably shouldn’t have come to the comments before watching the episode - thanks for spoiling it dude 😂
They did know, they were pushed into it. It's a cover-up for sure. But could they think of a less ridiculous ruling?? SMH...
@@MrBoshell. Cry
I’ve been watching Mr Ballen for so long that I remember each of these stories. They are always so unique that one particular detail stands out to me, then I remember!
I love how Mr Ballen says he picks up a handful of cockroaches and throws them on the floor, watching them scatter. Like that's a normal thing we all do lol.
I was like🤢
I had to go back and listen to that part again to make sure I heard him right cause he said it so casually 😂
It isn't normal?
@@Virgin4lifebabyfr i do It everyday
Ikr? That creeped me out SO MUCH! I love animals, but that was possibly the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard someone do. Sorry to his fam but good Lord! They were living free in that house with him and they are (obviously) extremely dangerous. Not even like having a tiger or something. You can't lose them in your house. Those lizards could have been anywhere at any time...then he throws the most infamous house nono insects there are down for them to eat! While the normal peeps are fumigating and going crazy if they even THINK they have roaches! Ugh. I'm sorry he passed. Think he was probably gone when they started...you know. Roaches weren't enough. Probably thought he sacrificed himself idk. He'd be happy I bet, to know they weren't destroyed. Have a great day😳🤯💔🦎🪳
So with that first story, I knew I heard it before once he said the word "hiss." I remember a show on Animal Planet years ago called fatal attractions where people would actually own dangerous and wild animals, and keep them as pets. I remember this story of Ronald who had been killed and eaten by his pet monitor lizards. So crazy.
Yes! I loved fatal attractions! Such a good show.
Same
Same
Back when Animal Planet was worth watching.
@@jch12341 my mom had one of these reptiles! Things are scary af. My mom collected all kinds of dangerous reptiles and snakes. Nothing bad ever happened that I know of. I think she sold all of them when she had a financial struggle. My mom did not shy away from criminal behavior so I’m not surprised to hear that this was an illegal reptile 😅🫣
Good morning everyone. It’s BALLEN TIME!
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Morning? You mean „Bon soir!“ ..its 20:23 here ;) 🌙
@@lovelyisabelle2028oh here we go someone special speak in French heaven forbid I say I'm French Canadian they will snub their nose at me LOL obviously JKing
12 :15 am 😂 here in india
It's 20:51 here in SA🇿🇦
Your storytelling capabilities are truly a gift of the soul while your attention to the most minute detail really emphasize your stories and your ability to give depth and personality to people truly makes your stories come alive. And your work with true crime victims makes your personality absolutely epic. Thank you, Mr. B, not only for serving the country via your military career, but by serving the country by helping victims of true crime seek justice, closure and healing. Totally can see you as the next John Walsh. Keep on rocking the flannel!
and rock the flannel he does, doesn't he..
Why wouldn't Suradji just tell the women he needed their saliva for a potion or something? He didn't kill those women to make getting their spit easier. He did it because he wanted to and made an excuse.
Yeah pretty much. He could've literally paid $1 USD to each one. They would've done it.
Yep
Because he was a religious nutter! Call it 'spiritual', a 'cult' or a 'religion' they are all shysters that take advantage of uneducated, gullible fools.
Sounds like he was mentally unwell and delusional. It's sad that those around him didn't see that
💯 Exactly. There’s a million other ways he could have easily gotten their saliva, could have just asked them to spit into any bottle ect as part of the “ritual” or potion as you said. He was a sick & disgusting person who just wanted to kill a bunch of women.
The last 3 years have been hard. I discovered Mr Ballen when I was at my lowest and these Sunday stories have become like a comfort blanket to me. Would even go as far as to say they helped save me. Things haven't improved much in my life but I can always look forward to my Sunday comfort blanket. Thank you Mr Ballen ❤
Hang in there, Malcolm! Small improvements add up.
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Promise.
Things get better, even if it’s little by little. Keep your head up, you’ve got this. See you next Sunday ❤️
what’s going on man?
I call it my distraction …from bs going on in my life 🙄
It does get better
I’m glad I didn’t do what I wanted to do years ago !!!
I hung in and it got better 😃
So thankful I got internet back today and got to see mrballen!!!! I live in Swannanoa NC and have been hit by Hurricane Helene. Thank you Mrballen for helping me keep my spirit up!!!!!
I hope you and your loved ones over there are all okay!! Sending positive thoughts from idaho!
I am about a month late, but I am so glad that you’re OK. I set up all night, watching TikTok, sick with worry about North Carolina, and Florida. Climate change is undeniable! Love ya sis! 💙
You and your family are in my thoughts/prayers ❤️❤️
I am glad that you are able to find happiness after such a disaster. And Mr Ballen helps so many thru their own hell.
Sorry , but I lol’d at: “he stuck his hand in the bowl and threw cockroaches on the floor. Now that his chores were done … “
Legendary rivals:
Hatfields v McCoys
Yankees v Red Sox
MrBallen v Like button
Good one
OG Mr. Ballen and his subs VS Coperate Mr. Ballen and his new super sensitive stans
@@spankygfunk11what about this amazing feature length with only 4 we’ve heard b4…….
😂😂😂😂
Hey it's the Yankees fault for the Red Sox if that dude never left or screwed us over besides the curse is broken anyways so I think the beef is done. But in all honesty there was a real like beef if you wore a Yankees hat in Boston like you could get into a fight same thing if like you wear a Red Sox hat in New York like you could get into a fight it was a crazy beef. I'm not a sports fan I just know the story. But it's just crazy how angry people get about sports. I feel like if you wear anything of the Patriots and you go anywhere everyone just looks down at you LOL
MR BALLEN! Can we PLEASE have some more The Missing 411 stories like you used to do back in the day? I LOVED those cases! 🙏🏻
That's how I found Mr. ballen - through David Paulides's channel. I'm obsessed with the 411 cases.
Pretty sure he received a Cease and desist from david politis the missing 411 author.
@@JFF-mj4oqhe did?
Me, too.
YES PLEASE MORE 411 OR RELATED. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
48:59 bro really couldn't just be like "ey yo spit in this jar for me". The best course of action was murder? I really don't see the thought process here
He obviously wasn't the sharpest mf out there but God damn what an evil confused sad man
I’m sure those poor women would have been happy to spit on him!
Perhaps he could have simply convinced her to give him a French kiss, that it was part of the shamanic ceremony.
That might of just been his story to make an insanity plea?
Right? Like how is it easier to kill someone than pay them 20 quid to spit in a bottle? Or say it's a protection against bad luck? Or just make a bet or literally anything else?
As soon as I heard “he liked his apartment to be blazing hot” and “wooden cages” I immediately knew the guy had lizards. Throwing cockroaches on the floor was just the nail in the coffin.
28:22 flipping through the channels in a hotel room until you find something “good enough” to just zone out and relax watching is so relatable. 😅
So is turning the A/C all the way up lol.
to then get shot by drunk assholes... ahhhh murica
You took the words right out of my mouth! Man, that’s sad. You’re having to go out of town during the week for work to stay in some crappy hotel, having to find whatever you can to eat for the week, and all you do is go to work and come back to your room, not even dealing with the outside world, and here it is, you aren’t even safe doing that anymore. I can’t imagine what was going through his head when it all happened; I bet he was so scared. And what’s the odds of it hitting him right in the heart! I’m so glad that the wife hired that PI because if it wasn’t for him, it’s likely the case would’ve never been solved. He knew his stuff.
@@debrajones4010 I'm still so confused on the trajectory. From what I'm hearing the round entered the room behind the headboard, and even with him sitting up with his back on the board, the round entered through his junk and his heart? He would have been facing away from the headboard with his junk in front of him....unless he watches TV in a very awkward position.
@@braddean1247 I didn’t get that part either! Idk tho; the bullet could’ve went through the bottom and worked its way up to the heart if he was lying on his back. That would explain why his insides were completely destroyed. So I guess that does make sense. 🤷🏻♀️ But that was a horrible way to go, to not even know how you’re going. Nobody could’ve saved him from that tho; even if he was laying in the hospital.
Yay! The best day of the week! Sunday’s with Mr. Ballen!! ❤
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2:54 wait why the f did he throw cockroaches?????
oh great we don't find out 🤦♀️
Treats for his lizards
food for the lizards
Pet food.
Apparently throwing a fist full of big roaches is all he has to do to finish his chores.
Anyone who hasn't been to MrBallen's live show, you must go.
I’m so debating going to one of the shows if I can find a babysitter!
Just did Dallas. It was INCREDIBLE!
Well, can not, I am in Europe 😅
Got Tix for Pittsburgh! Can't wait.
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I usually hate to read/listen to the same stories, but Mr. Ballen's storytelling is just so good, I watched the whole video even having watched the videos of three of these stories before.
Also, the people who edited it all did a very good job. They sound brand new until a specific detail makes you remember that yes, you've heard this one previously. But by then you are already too caught up on the amazing storytelling to stop, lol.
Yeah so amazing
How long have you been following?
The old stories seems exactly the same to me.
So where does "keeping monitor lizards as pets in the house" land on the F around and Find out scale? It has to be near 10
Yeah right up there with alligator and leopard
People will do just about anything to seem interesting
No lands about just as high as a dog if you keep them happy and in enclosures so they don’t eat your dead body
I live in the town where Ronald lived. He was a really nice guy. I met him a couple times being involved in the reptile community as a snake breeder and gecko breeder. Catoctin is a great zoo. I was glad they took in the monitors rather than putting them down. RIP Ronald!
Wait,how was he member of reptile community if he was hiding it?
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 Nobody knew about the monitors. There are reptile shows and reptile sales online. So you can meet up with a person or wait till a show to get something from them. The reptile community is usually in touch online and meets at the shows in person. You don't have to tell what reptiles you have. He kept them secret. The community is a broad term for people who breed or love reptiles. Not an in person get together other than at shows.
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 The community is mostly online and we meet in person at reptile shows. We have them in large convention centers. He liked reptiles of all kinds. He kept the monitors a secret. Shows are also a great place to et good deals on feeders. So his roaches would have been cheaper if sourced from a feeder breeder at a show.
@@yanushkaemsultan1534 because the reptile community gets together at fair grounds etc to buy, sell, and trade reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids. He hid the monitors but had interests in other animals.
Does anybody else sit around rewatching old videos waiting for sundays new video every week?
Yes it’s hard to get new stories now adays😅
I actually enjoyed most of his stories and have listened to them multiple times. 😊
Of course!
Not really. I found him in 2021 and binged for a couple days. Now it's more true crime than what his channel started from. I listen to the podcasts only because I go to VA appointments. He got huge, and then he started charging to listen. He apparently got a wake up call thinking we've been here since the beginning and lost subs because it's not in a budget. He started doing free and I'm back for it. Medical Mysteries and Wartime Stories are cool in my opinion. I get he is on tour but I'm not sure the stories he's telling there are regurgitating stories/for the podcasts
Nup
Shout out to everyone that's been listening since we upload 4 sometimes 5 times a week. Props for not getting burned out Mr Ballen 😉
Mostly repeat stories now. He's making 10 mil a month easy do can't blame him. Good for him
I never miss a single story, I watch on all formats, I listen to the pods every night in bed 💕💖💕
I love his story format, I’ll never get burnt out, can’t listen to anyone else any more, they all sound stupid now 😂
i want a MrBallen tee shirt!!! this guy is a GOD! Sundays are my favourite day because of MrBallen!!!
@@archstanton2818 lol, no.
You’re the only TH-camr I never skip your ads cuz of “seagull lung” 🗣️🗣️
Hahah thank you!
@@MrBalleneveryone loves seagull lung!
I do the opposite, lol, damn I miss the old videos before it became all about $, and the subs now are Peta Weirdos, straight stans glazing, PC police and on and on, Hey at least you pulled off your hair transplant without people giving u crap
Ole LUNGY is missing! We are finding him with riddles on discord.
@@MrBallenSeagull lung is clearly secret service 🇺🇸
Happy Veteran’s Day, Mr. Ballen! Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸
Can we all just take a moment to appreciate Mr Ballen for pre-recording these episodes instead of just going dark for the tour 💯💯
They're reruns.
yep , 1st movie deal he gets we will lose him, next he be at a P-Diddy party! lol
No
No, it's lazy
Yess thanks Mr.B !!
Keeping giant, meat eating poisonous lizards free roaming in your appartement. What could possibly go wrong?
Username checks out...😂
Erm actually they were venomous not poisonous 🤓🤓🤓
@@Literally_just-a_Duckerm actually, they were neither, the bacteria in their mouth is just super harmful 🤓☝️
@@sealink129 Was about to write the same thing.
How do they own so many and not know how dangerous a simple bite could be also
Hey Mr ballen, I’ve watched you since Covid when my whole family and I was quarantined with Covid and all I would do all day was watch you, now I’ve preordered your book and it came yesterday. I finished it in two days. You have been my inspiration for a while now. I love your videos and I loved your book. I hope you can make more books
Words can’t explain how much your videos helped me during Covid, my mom and grandma were both in the hospital with Covid and the only thing that would bring me joy would be watching your videos. Every morning I would wake up hoping to see your videos until I saw all of them and would wait until you posted a new video, my grandma died due to Covid but what would help me a lot were your videos, now I still love your videos and I wanted to tell you how much you helped me when I was little
Dr.Ballen has prescribed another prescription of the best entertaining stories! TY4SHARING ❤️ 📚
I'm very surprised that the like button hasn't called the police on Mr Ballen 🤭
I think he is so mean that the like button is to scared to do it because of what mr ballen will do
OMG 21
likes I’m so happy that’s the most I have ever got we’ll I have been a u tuber for like a month two so yea
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It's tried! But Ballen told the Like Button long ago, that the number for emergencies is 991 instead of 911 (US).
The Like button is busy plotting revenge!!
Last time it tried to do that The police made sure it regret it
i am just happy that i know the way to bell's canyon.
i will NEVER Go there! LoL😂
I still think that was his scariest video! I think it was the voice!
Do you know where it is!
Hands down, my favorite and most memorable episode
@TheTobiasKun I’m happy I didn’t hear any bells in those woods either😅
Happy birthday Mr. Ballen! I just want to say that you have been an inspiration to me, you tell storys like no other. You have made me laugh, when I thought such a joy filled sound couldn't come out of me again. I don't know you personally, but I feel like you have always been there for me, when no one else was, to make me laugh, and give me comfort. You are an amazing person, who is loved by many, dont forget that. I so wish I could see you live, to wish you a happy birthday in person. But you already came through where near I live, so I guess next time! No mater how old I get, I will NEVER, forget Mr. Ballen. God bless
this is one of the sweetest, most heartfelt comments I think I’ve ever read. I can tell a lot about you from your comment: you have a huge heart, you show gratitude (which is amazing) and you’re thoughtful. I haven’t seen anyone else wish him a happy birthday, and I’ve been in these comments for about an hour. You’re a good person, this world needs more like you. Stay your, sweet friend. 💙
Yes a long video from Mr. Ballen I ❤it!!!! Thank you John.
"He grabbed a handful of cockroaches.... Me: 👁👄👁 Whaa... excuse me? " He then threw them on the ground." Me: NOPPPEEEEE NO THANK YOU BURN THAT APARTMENT DOWN!
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“And his chores were done.” 🧐
Disgusting. Who purposely throw roaches on the ground 🤦🏾♂️ nasty heathen
@@jonathanvann4035 He probably thought his lizards would take care of it, but instead they took care of him. RIP.
Yup
an hour long episode‼️‼️ BLESSED!!
Yeah, but only one story is new! Boo. He’s been doing this a lot lately with his podcasts.
Re used content. Idk this channel is dying man, every week he just uploads old stuff with new visuals but nobody watched for the visuals we want a new story
Not really ripped off I’ll watch 10 mins as the rest if like the last one there were so many cut scenes it made me feel sick
All repeats, though.
@@kinGsaL1515 I think it's because he's on tour and has all that craziness going on right now.
Damn!! Over 400 000 views in 10 hours!! Mr Ballen, you are the best ❤ I just found your channel a few months ago and now I'm totally hooked.....can't go to sleep without my bedtime story but can't just watch one show, l end up binging and am now an insomniac. I love, love, love this amazing storyteller ❤❤❤❤
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Where has the best story teller been? The fact he can reword stories and make me think i haven’t heard this one then BAM he mentions a small detail towards the end that jogs my memory! I don’t know where he learned how to find and tell stories but it’s always unique and keeps me hyper focused the entire time!!! It seems like forever since I’ve heard or seen him on TH-cam. So glad he’s back I’m going to treat myself to a bowl of “LIKES”! 😊❤
12:40 dude was found in a duffle bag in his freakin tube..... yeah..... totally an accident lmao
Check out the decoding the unknown episode for Gareth it's really good
I fell into my bath tub the other day and was engulfed by my duffle bag too. Just lucky the padlock was no where near it or I may have been in big trouble 🤣🤣🤣
Weird he had some run ins with the Clinton's and then, like 70+ others who crossed them. Mysterious death, most always ruled a suicide. Kamala, Biden, and Obama all work for the Clintons and the Clintons work for even worse criminals.
It's generally believed a certain foreign group of spies are responsible.
Omg,,, I thought I was having a stroke or something for the first 5 minutes. Turns out playback speed was just on 0.75 for some reason 😅
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It must have been a relief to know that you weren't being slowly poisoned by lizard saliva.
This man has an invaluable gift. I just hope he realizes how talented and accomplished he is! I'm sure he does. Means the world to so many people.
So proud to be a Ballen fan since 2020, you pulled me through Covid, I swear
I know this will get buried in the comments. Thank you. You help people more than you know.
Keep your head up and God in your heart. Love ❤️ from San Francisco, CA.
It wasnt buried thought .Love from Athens
How about this for the El Fausto: the guys of El Fausto found simethung drifting at sea, hauled it into their boat and found it dangerous. Fearing it will endanger their community and family, and being already exposed to the thing they found, they decided to take it to the high seas knowing they will die anyway. The 3 later could not take it and jump overseas to die. The Duquesa found El Fauso and discovered the thing on board El Fauso and before they could be exposed, decided to sink the boat. Then they fabricated the official story. The note, it is true. But Duquesa crew tore the missing pages and kept silent about it to hide the fact and avoid investigation. Its a basic maritime law to tow a distress vessel. Duquesa violated it by sinking El Fauso.
Your theory makes the most sense of any I've found. Lots of nuclear testing going on back then, perhaps they found something radioactive.
I think they kidnapped and killed. Their kidnappers ordered them not to say anything, just to grab food and water. They all got killed.
@@VB-lc4xz They surely knew their kidnappers would kill them--their only chance would be to all try to clamber aboard the rescue ship. The kidnappers would be unlikely to kill them in front of a huge ship of witnesses, and even if they did try to, likely at least a couple of the 4 would have made it.
It wasn't the Duquesa that was towing it. It was the Italian ship later on that found it and discovered the one dead body and it sunk as they towed it. All 4 people on the boat denied being towed and told the Duquessa they just needed some supplies and they were all good. That aside, I think its very possible this could be what happened. That they found something and knew going home would bring danger to their loved ones and such so they stayed away
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Thank you so much for telling stories of people we may have otherwise not heard of. You have set a new path for compassion, as well as leading us through the 5 stages of death with your stories, without even knowing if it will be a death, or a victory for the people in your stories. Thanks so much for the suspense, and leaving no rocks unturned(unless of course you say it hasn't been turned).
Has anyone else ever heard the story about the 3 German soldiers who were buried alive during ww2 but nobody knew until they were cleaning up the debris a couple years later and miraculously found two of the men still alive. Sadly one died of shock after seeing the sun for the first time in 3 years but one survived to tell the story of how they stayed alive scavenging in the dark??? Its a crazy story i only heard once. I can't remember when or who i heard it from but im wondering if it was a true story or a extremely good scary pasta. Anyone else know id appreciate it if you replied and told me. ✌🏻✌🏿✌🏽
I brought it up because I'd like mr.allen to do a video about it if it's true
How can a person survive being buried alive?
@@maryanne7161 They must have been buried in a cave that had water and an air intake.....not sure what they would have done for food though. Bats?
No way that was true
@@maryanne7161 it wasn't in a grave it was in a actual German WW2 bunker. I should have mentioned that. That's why they were able to find enough stuff to eat and whatever because it was a bunker meant to allow like a whole platoon or company for a period of time. There was a whole building above the actual bunker part and that's what was destroyed and caused them to be buried. I don't remember exactly where it was but European cities were practically flattened so that's why it apparently took so long to find them under that building because every building has to be cleaned up or whatever. That's why the story was so good it gave a explanation for every question you would think of to yourself making it impossible. It was either a very very well thought out story or true. Trust me I'm from st Louis Missouri they call us the "show me state" for a good reason. I wouldn't believe some crazy story that was obviously fake but this one was absolutely possible! At least the way I heard it but like I said I only heard it once and can't remember when! Heard it or where I heard it. The only thing that makes it seem like it may be untrue is the fact I've never heard it before or after that one time and nowadays every story seems like it's been told 10 times each minimum but I'd like to know 100 if it's true or false. It'd be a great story for Allen to tell I know that.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, John! Mine was yesterday (66). I’m so psyched , because AMAZON informed me today that YOUR BOOK has been shipped to me!!!! I ORDERED THE SECOND YOU MENTIONED IT, AND I AM SO EXCITED. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AS WELL AS YOUR FOUNDATION.
The next time you plan a tour, please consider doing a show in New Orleans! We have world class accommodations, cuisine, sights and activities that are unique to New Orleans and that you can’t find anywhere else in the world. We call ourselves the biggest small town in the country because even though the city is a densely populated urban metropolis, everyone knows everyone and we all stay connected to each other through our deep rooted traditions and culture. We also love Mr. Ballen! I have yet to find anyone that doesn’t follow your content regularly. Every Monday at work, we are discussing the latest video and how we loved it. You would be welcomed here in a way that only we can and you wouldn’t regret stopping here!
New Orleans is my favorite city in the world. Every year I wait impatiently for my annual visit. ❤❤
I live in Pensacola Florida now but I agree about nawlins as I used to live there @MrBallen you won't regret that show there unless of course you have far to many hurricanes to drink (trust me just have one or 2 and stop LMFAO)!
I have visited New Orleans and can definitely agree I had amazing food and there were very hospitable locals. I have a shellfish allergy and everyone accommodated that, which I was very thankful.
Just seen MrBallen LIVE in Chicago last night, he did not disappoint!
Omg I bet it was amazing. Questions! Is he at handsome in person? What was the energy like? Did he tell new stories? Was his family there? Was he wearing his usual shorts/flannel/crocs/backwards hat? And was it magical? I’m so jealous! Call me Jelly Kelly! 😂💙💙💙 very cool, sis! I’m happy for you.
It’s very cool, the art of storytelling is one of the oldest forms of art and traditions that there is, and without props, without anything fancy, this man takes this ancient art and makes it real, so cool you got to witness that. I’m going to catch his next tour, I hope. 😊
@noodlepoodlegirl His energy was high, stories were good and he was funny! Wore the classic fannel and jeans. He is just as handsome in person. I didn't see family, but they may have been there... Great show worth seeing!
Not only is Mr Ballen a great storyteller but I really love all the hand movements that he does when he's talking it really adds a lot of character
Some people are addicted to TikTok.... I'm now addicted to watching/listening to you since about a week ago.
I’m jealous. I remember when I first found this channel, I watched video after video, and it was amazing. You have a lot of content. Enjoy!
Check out the podcasts, too - MrBallen podcast and Medical Mysteries are both done by him and full of stories that aren't on youtube! I'm not a podcast person, but... I'm hooked *hard*. I listen to them literally every day on the way to work (and sometimes on the ambulance if we're posted up somewhere on a slow night, lol). Enjoy your newfound strange, dark, and mysterious journey, and welcome to the family!
Why did the idiots leave the door open when they walked away? Those lizards could have gotten out! Poor man. People think they are able to keep crazy animals as pets when will they learn.
Crazy animals? My neighbor had an elderly guest that was eaten by his dogs! When he came home and discovered the grisly scene he shot all the dogs that were involved. He had more dogs that were outside at the time. Autopsy gave no proof whether the dogs killed the man or if he had a heart attack or something. Cops didn't do anything. His landlord kicked him out and sold the house/property. New owners demolished the house due to water and termite damage. Asked me if I wanted to look around if there was anything I wanted to take before the bulldozers came. I said no way!
What was that last sentence?
@@encycl07pedia-You need to go back to school and repeat your English lessons if you can't comprehend the meaning of her last sentence. The only benefit of doubt I can grant you at this point that can come even remotely close to justifying your baffling ignorance is that maybe just maybe you are still in school, and the only reason you can't seem to wrap your head around the meaning of her last sentence is that the class you are in has yet to come across the chapters of your English textbooks that explain how comprehension is done
@@reddragon771 Are you lashing out because you also have trash English and don't know how to end a sentence and where to place punctuation? You clearly have issues with run-on sentences.
The "idiots" might have been quite overwhelmed with what they saw, probably didn't even see the neighbour sneaking, and they were not leaving the scene, just got out to wait for the investigation team.
"crazy animals"?! Don't you think you're the crazy one here? Of course many animals aren't meant to be domesticated, but lots of dogs or cats can be real threats while many wild animals have been domesticated and never cause any issues. It's more a matter of knowing what your animals/pets are capable of and what dangers they can bring. This poor guy didn't do enough research about his lizards, or else he would've likely known their bite are highly poisonous and can be fatal if not treated immediately and properly..
Some advice dude, learn to express your thoughts with adapted words, and use ponctuation please. Thx
Mr Ballen is an excellent story teller.
First time watching the video seconds after it's been posted... I'm becoming a big fan
Have you tried exercising more? 😅
Lol I crack me up
@@constitutionalli7522??? tf dude
Lucky you! Enjoy!
Yup!
@@charasaan they said they're becoming a big fan. I figured it might be time to scale back on the Cheetos 🤷♀️
Always a better day when Mr. Ballen posts. I've been watching since the early days and still get excited when I see a new video!
Can't believe people are moaning about re released content... This, plus one new release on podcasts plus medical mysteries etc there's plenty of content
All for re-releases. Though it would make much more sense to release old videos that aren't so fresh in our minds. He has so many good stories so I'm not sure why he's released the Warren and Ruth story, it's only a couple of months old.
I’ve watched/listened to all of them. Thankfully he just uploaded a new podcast exclusive on his main podcast…34 minutes so imma listen to it now.
@@kiiingst0nStop moaning! The man is on tour!
@FallenAngel9979 Been on tour for 2 months has he?
These videos helped me get through sepsis. Thank you for your amazing storytelling!
I miss the days of Ballen uploading 4+ days per week. one day soon we'll hear the sad "and we upload once a month"
Eagerly awaiting 1st October when I take delivery of my pre-ordered copy of Mr Ballen's first (hopefully there will be many more) novel. Much love to you Mr. B from the UK
Why can I not comment
@@tank5062 you just did my friend!!!
MrBallen always makes the best strange, dark, and mysterious, delivered in story format! 🏆
My book was shipped! I can’t wait until Tuesday, October 1!!! ❤
EDIT: Over an hour of MrBallen on a Sunday? What a special treat!
Im jeleous, enjoy x
I hope you like it!
Did they ship? I didn't see the notification. I bought mine immediately when they went on pre-order. Ooh, I can't wait to get mine! 😊
Mine shipped too! It’s arriving on Tuesday. I’m so excited.
I'm going check mine. I ordered it immediately too
totally addicted to the show. humble suggestion: talk about the illustrator(s) when you promote the book. who are they? why are they great? etc.
with love
mkz
MrB. Respectfully, how do you not have someone writing up subtitles for you at this point? Ya'll are huge and I'm sure that many people w/ poor vision would love to follow along w/out having to rely on youtube's mildly inaccurate AI-generated captions
You mean people with poor hearing? I can't see subtitles.
You were almost there
Subtitles for ppl with poor vision😂
Yall, be nice. he might be a person with poor vision 😢
say what? 😭
Love these stories. My all time favorite stories Mr ballen tells are ones about ghosts and anything to do with the ocean. The ocean is creepy and full of mysteries.
Mr Ballen has really built himself a great name for himself, way to go Jon! Wish you all the success 🤙🏻
Yep, he's been doing that since 2020 and we said the same, he's losing people with same old bullshit
It's Ballen time! Hope everyone has a wonderful day!!
Perfect. Mowing the grass and Mr John B.Allen coming in clutch with the one hour upload.
Mr. Ballen, you have to be NICER TO THE LIKE BUTTON!
No.
He was once
@mered30 this is factual correct but every get one time.
😂😂😂 that is a love-hate relationship
Lol
Just saw you in DALLAS! AWESOME SHOW!!!
Awesome! Thank you!!
Jealous! Wish I had purchased tickets!
1:05:36 no… if they were “panicked,” they’d have taken the tow back. This makes zero sense!! None of this story is logical… I’m just… *WoW!!* 😱
Agreed. It’s a weird story for sure.
Exactly..something was going DOWN on that boat. At first I thought male.ego but no. I think they were doing something illegal and they stranded the last man.
You do a good job telling stories, Mr. Ballen. Keep it up!!
Why so many people mad at complications that come with new stories WHILE he's on tour?¿?
I don’t know. They feel they are entitled. I didn’t know if there would be a video today, I wasn’t really expecting it, so this is a nice surprise. The man is touring, getting ready to release his first book, his birthday is in a few days, etc. People need to get a grip.
@@Lisasanti1why would you even entertain a person that uses the word "complications" instead of *COMPILATIONS?
And not one person on here has complained about him leaving the compilation this week.
The only complaint on here was about the stories not actually being "fan favorites." As a long time listener none of the stories he told today were majorlty fan favorites.
This is what the (Edit) button is used for. To correct mistakes. Not leave them posted.
@@wadewilson8011 , because she knows an obvious typo when she sees one. Lots of sour grapes in these comments. The guy is literally building a company and multiple creators and now he's going on tour. Ever wonder why you rarely see TH-camrs on tour? Because they make 10 times the money per hour invested then they do touring. So you can't even fault him for just trying to get extra dough.
@@wadewilson8011 Some people get autocorrected and don't notice because they're not as precious about comment section etiquette as you. Also there are viewers with different levels of education, or perhaps English isn't their first language. And how are you measuring how much of a "fan favorite" each episode is?
@@benselander1482precious?
This is the earliest I've ever been. Love you, Mr Ballen, from Trinidad 🇹🇹
Aww. My mom is from Trinidad! Greetings! ❤❤
My mum is from Trinidad too!
Appreciate you!! 🫶
CANT WAIT FOR YOUR BOSTON SHOW :) love Sunday uploads ❤️
Well I learned it’s better for me to play one original story than a few back to back. I didn’t hear any of these stories before. Maybe the original versions didn’t have more details. My favorite gift you have and why you do this so well is your attention to detail. I can listen to you and let what you’re saying go in my mind and it’s all in pictures like I’m watching a movie. If any come from a book you truly compliment the authors. If possible you should set up a ratings link. You do an excellent job of bringing the characters and their circumstances to life. Thank you!
You make my Sundays much more dark and mysterious. Thank you Mr. Ballen
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MR BALLEN YOU AND ME HAVE THE SAME BDAY. I also went to your show on Friday it was Awsome I love your vids
Thank you for coming to the show! Appreciate you! ❤🙏
@@MrBallen ❤️
@@MrBallenI would be at a show but lack of💰 and I am in the mountains of NC, Helene has destroyed us.😢
@@carolynross1248, I’m the piedmont. Our hearts are breaking for our friends in WNC.
@@JustBethTrying thank you so much ☺️ just able to get my phone to work today but nothing else.😢
Throwing cockroaches on the floor is apperantly a chore now guys. I personally always have my live cockroaches to let loose on my floor anytime I need to do the chores. W video as always tho please MrBallen NEVER stop uploading we absolutely love it😀❤and your humor is acctually really funny to watch :)
Remember, storytelling, in its best form, is as great a talent as that of a famous musician or artist. The, "STORY", is the tellers, "Paint". Our minds are his canvas. Well done Mr. Ballen! Well done!
Tuning in from SA 🇿🇦
I wonder if the guy in the last story ate the other men on that boat? Might explain why there was only his body left, and possibly why there were 28 pages missing. Maybe he documented to keep his sanity, but then tore them out when he knew he was about to die? Could explain why he didn’t want his daughter to know what went on at the end… just what came to my mind first after hearing that story. Too bad the ship sunk, seems like it was destined for bad luck that trip
I loved this story. I think the other sailors were Into something illegal and stranded him
@@adamcohen8981ohhh another possible explanation. Didn’t think of that
I think that it could of been hijacked for whatever and the hijackers were inside the ship when they met with the British ship so then they offed them after they got what they want but the only problem with that is how they got away so it's just gonna be one of them mysteries of the ocean
"Folie a Deux" is the name of the new Joker movie.
Madness of two. I’m excited to see it.
Random 😂
The madness in two
I'm soooo glad that you've made it big!! I have watched you for years. Bravo sir. Well deserved!!
Mr ballen is such a great dude. Plus a great storyteller has well. I've been watching your vids for about a year or two now. I hope i get to watch more of your vids for years to come ^^
Much love from South Africa ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
0:31. Holy cow! Is that Mr Ballen and he isn’t wearing a flannel shirt? 🤯
He Is🙄
When getting out of the vehicle he sure wasn’t wearing one!!! Good eye! I had to rewind it to see it haha
That is a flannel shirt hes wearing
Those are bold shorts to break character in
No hes not its a t-shirt when he steps out of the car 🙄@scoobameru2458
I loved hearing your interview on the podcast My First Million! I’m so happy, you and your team deserve all the success!
Just LOVE John Ballen❣️ BEST Story Teller EVER❣️ GOD Bless🙏🏼🙏🏼
47:24 he could have asked them to spit in a cup.
All those dead for this. SMH.
Exactly what I thought
Hawk tuoh!
no kidding i was thinking the same. the only logical answer is this guy was a true serial killer and used the saliva as an excuse.
Right! My thoughts exactly
He was dumb
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY MR.Ballin 🎂🎉🥳🎈🎊🎁🎂🎉🎈🎊
Can’t wait to see you at the Kimmel center in Philadelphia October 12 can’t wait!!! ☺️
I’m a long time fan and supporter, been following and listening on TH-cam and Amazon ☺️been listening, watching since the beginning 🥰