He looked like The Penguin, but was much worse

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  • @summernicole6285
    @summernicole6285 Місяць тому +2562

    My 12 year old son passed away last year. He loved your videos. My daughters and I watch you now and it’s brings us comfort. Keep it up! Thank you!

    • @troywilderness2459
      @troywilderness2459 Місяць тому +134

      I'm truly sorry to hear that, 3 years ago this June my cousin lost a 2-3 year battle with cancer, he was my best friend, he passed 6 days after he turned 16. It's very hard losing family members especially if they're young, I have a very dangerous job and I've came closer to death more times than I'd like to remember but it's taught me to try to enjoy life while I can because it's short. I hope and pray you can remember as many of the good memories as possible and that in those memories, you might find more peace.

    • @snarab2003
      @snarab2003 Місяць тому +78

      I'm so sorry for your loss

    • @Americanexotic14388
      @Americanexotic14388 Місяць тому +53

      Sorry for your loss I'm sure he's watching over you guys I know how it feels to lose someone you love dearly. God bless 🙏

    • @w4eg
      @w4eg Місяць тому +37

      Sorry for your loss

    • @Taydrum
      @Taydrum Місяць тому +42

      Was he vaccinated?

  • @wemtiafi
    @wemtiafi Місяць тому +2683

    "Real photo of hot cocoa" made me crack up XD

    • @alw8355
      @alw8355 Місяць тому +90

      It's sad to think there is actually people in this world who would question that lol.

    • @pippa3150
      @pippa3150 Місяць тому +31

      Haha I came to say the same thing!

    • @Yacantdoshitaboutit
      @Yacantdoshitaboutit Місяць тому +7

      Me too

    • @ChristinaTodd1970
      @ChristinaTodd1970 Місяць тому +31

      7:23

    • @ryanwielewski5192
      @ryanwielewski5192 Місяць тому +24

      It's most likely labelling real photos from AI generated images.

  • @morganbrook8920
    @morganbrook8920 27 днів тому +304

    A huge shoutout to the Mr Ballen foundation: I recently found out that your foundation donated to the victim services nonprofit I work for and I want to personally thank you (& everyone at your foundation) for your support 🩷 I’ve been following your videos/podcast for years and have always admired how respectful you are to the victims and their loved ones when talking about cases. It means a lot to see a creator using their platform to make a difference in the lives of the victims and loved ones impacted by these incidents. Thank you for all that you do, you’re the best!

    • @FaithG-tx2hw
      @FaithG-tx2hw 18 днів тому +18

      You work for a non-profit. YOU are the best!

    • @morganbrook8920
      @morganbrook8920 11 днів тому +1

      @@FaithG-tx2hw That’s very kind, thank you 🫶🏻

    • @kristinwojtowich8902
      @kristinwojtowich8902 5 днів тому

      That's amazing! And so are you for what you do and all your hard work! 😊❤❤❤

  • @sharibossmann6723
    @sharibossmann6723 27 днів тому +118

    Mr. Ballen i am a teacher to nursing students and i listen to you all the time and enjoy your stories. My husband and I watch often. I want to thank you as i noticed the other day that my instruction to students seemed more excited and I realized it is from listening to you and how you tell stories in such an interesting way, I have began teaching in a more interesting way so thank you and I love your story telling.

  • @ChickenNugget-gs6cr
    @ChickenNugget-gs6cr Місяць тому +1021

    the fact that john still had to be in prison after everyone found out that he wasnt the murderer is very sad, and he wasted his years in prison for no reason when he could have enjoyed his life outside in the world 😭

    • @kayleigh3648
      @kayleigh3648 Місяць тому +136

      That part made me so mad! But it was awesome to hear he got married and had children and lived till 80 (which was obv rare back then), so at least he got to live a fulfilled life afterwards.

    • @justinbrown1884
      @justinbrown1884 Місяць тому +35

      Facts he ain’t get money for it or nothing smh lol

    • @debbiemurray1496
      @debbiemurray1496 Місяць тому +5

      I'm in the same boat now

    • @kamwickw933
      @kamwickw933 Місяць тому +55

      Yep, can’t believe that after the funeral,someone didn’t take Reginald’s confession to the police. On the other hand, as a poor person, they probably wouldn’t have done anything for John anyway.

    • @banik7414
      @banik7414 29 днів тому +41

      ​@@kayleigh3648it wasn't actually that rare for people to live to 80. People get this false idea that The average age at death was like 35, which it was, but because of infant mortality bringing the average down.

  • @deepg7084
    @deepg7084 Місяць тому +1958

    So after 6 years, despite the confession of the killer, they still made him serve the entire sentence? Man, that's rough.

    • @shirleysue228
      @shirleysue228 Місяць тому +164

      deepg,
      That's the first thing I thought too. Don't get it.
      People didn't want to shame his reputation is the only thing I can think.
      That just SUCKS! if that's the reason.

    • @maxshea1829
      @maxshea1829 Місяць тому

      The poor and the illiterate got screwed by the legal system in Victorian Britain. Same as today.

    • @tynee123
      @tynee123 Місяць тому +27

      Exactly what I was thinking!

    • @deepakrao5553
      @deepakrao5553 Місяць тому +81

      Maybe the relatives did not inform the police

    • @Deacon_T
      @Deacon_T Місяць тому +140

      John was below their "station" and the Brits of that time would never soil the reputation of their own. In fact, if you watch "Are You Being Served" a British comedy from '70s to 2000s , you'll see that they still are that way. Social standing is most important to them.

  • @melenahoward
    @melenahoward 29 днів тому +83

    Mr. Ballen. I did as you instructed about the Airbnb and invited the like button. He brought all four of his pet skunks to stay with him, none of which had their stink glands removed.
    Your advice always backfires on me

  • @lolashelle
    @lolashelle 29 днів тому +38

    I have tried listening to some of the other storytellers on here, but so far none of them are quite the caliber of mrballen, he has managed to perfect a story telling style that brings you right to the edge of your seat and looking over your shoulder and making sure all the curtains and blinds are closed…as the grandchild and daughter of some of the finest tellers of “ghost tales” in the hills and hollers of Southern West Virginia I am impressed and thrilled that he is sharing his gift with all of us…it’s rare to find someone who has the gift of telling these stories in such a way that you believe every single word they say. Thank you Mr Allen and thank you for your service to our Country 👏🏻👏🏻

    • @apexalaska
      @apexalaska 16 днів тому

      The Why Files, different, but better imo.

  • @lauracampbell4263
    @lauracampbell4263 Місяць тому +585

    I lost my daddy in march very suddenly, you have got me through some very dark nights , I've binged watched all your videos and has helped me greatly to take my mind off things for a while , your a lifesaver x❤

    • @robertsprague3981
      @robertsprague3981 Місяць тому +21

      Aaaaw, condolences. 😢

    • @CBaller2020
      @CBaller2020 Місяць тому +29

      Yeah, sadly I know how you feel. I lost my Daddy back on 11/28/23. It was not expected. It hasn't been 5 months yet, and I guess time does heal, but damn do I miss him. I'm sure my Mom misses him like crazy. They were married 57 years, and together for almost 60. He was an awesome Dad, and I'm sure your Daddy was fantastic. What did you love most about him?

    • @kmsleyang8972
      @kmsleyang8972 Місяць тому +17

      I lost my daddy nearly 8 years ago now and I still dream of him almost nightly. In fact I napped earlier today and dreamed of him making sure I had a heater so I wouldn’t be cold. (It was cold in my room and I realized when I woke up that’s why I’d dreamt that) Even in my dreams he’s still being the daddy he always was. All this to say, you have my deepest and most sincere condolences, internet friend. It is a devastating loss and I am so so so soooo sorry for your loss!

    • @RayRichards-ei9st
      @RayRichards-ei9st Місяць тому +26

      My brother just passed away Saturday and yes I'm binge-watching Mr Ballin for the last 2 days cuz I can't sleep so yes thank you Mr B Allen really have helped

    • @AliQamarList
      @AliQamarList Місяць тому +13

      I am very sorry for your loss. This is very hard.

  • @singing_monkeys
    @singing_monkeys Місяць тому +2684

    this is a message for the like button: blink twice if you need help

    • @dandecande
      @dandecande Місяць тому +92

      I think Ballen had it blindfolded

    • @laurapavone3513
      @laurapavone3513 Місяць тому +18

      😉😉

    • @joannaolier3005
      @joannaolier3005 Місяць тому +12

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @xpeng190
      @xpeng190 Місяць тому +42

      It blinked 3 times I have no ideas what that means🤔🤔😂😂

    • @PainInDiaz483
      @PainInDiaz483 Місяць тому +27

      👀😑👀😑👀

  • @dameonlarouge4044
    @dameonlarouge4044 28 днів тому +23

    THIS PODCAST OF YOURS SAVED MY LIFE (mental health, being able to save the podcast for downloads when I was out of reception, the biggest PTSD ease).
    THE SPOTIFY CREW IS BACK!!!!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH, if I’m ever able to get the Amazon Music one, I’m SO ON IT, BUT THANK YOU SO MUCH, that podcast and your stories are just amazing. You and your work and charity is one of the most incredible things ever and a wonder of the world in our generation/lifetime.

  • @CommanderSteelTrap
    @CommanderSteelTrap 27 днів тому +294

    What truly fascinating timing.

    • @JamesHealy-bx3qu
      @JamesHealy-bx3qu 27 днів тому +17

      I WAS LIKE WTHHHH

    • @parkergilliland5819
      @parkergilliland5819 27 днів тому +13

      Was looking for this comment

    • @zairnator6410
      @zairnator6410 26 днів тому +4

      Someone had to point it out

    • @nickp.777
      @nickp.777 26 днів тому +8

      Yup thought the same thing! Maybe he needs to start a new channel Mr Ballens psychic predictions! 😂

    • @bicbuilds
      @bicbuilds 26 днів тому +12

      He changed the title name after he passed. When I first listened to it, it had a different title

  • @JR-ho1gt
    @JR-ho1gt Місяць тому +47

    So amazed by this story. What a wonderful woman ( Emma) was that she continued to forgive John and gave him opportunities as we all stuff up in this world. And police having an assumption which resulted in tunnel vision is not unusual. I do believe in Devine intervention. And this case definitely indicates thst it exists.

  • @nickhaertle5953
    @nickhaertle5953 Місяць тому +209

    Probably gonna get buried.. but MrBallen has helped me see the brighter side of life… i have custody of my son and I’m in a battle rn… these story’s have helped me reflect on my life and I couldn’t be more grateful! Thank you for your service my man and keep truckin🤙🏻

    • @pervinmervin
      @pervinmervin 29 днів тому +1

      Shouldn’t have cheated, he was a good man.

    • @jameslipke354
      @jameslipke354 28 днів тому +4

      We find strength to keep going in the strangest places, under some of the most unexpected and unusual circumstances and in ways we would never have believed to even be possible. ❤
      I believe in you. You've got this.❤
      ~APRIL LIPKE

    • @paulcarey191
      @paulcarey191 27 днів тому +3

      true, he has a way of making you look at the positive side of life and staying humble - i can binge watch mr.ballen. Also i can binge watch the golden girls... lol - helllll no, just kidding one show of the G.G.s may kill me.

    • @gamespc-zi6zo
      @gamespc-zi6zo 26 днів тому

      @@paulcarey191 hey uhm the title keeps changing did u notice that?

    • @gabrielanymous7356
      @gabrielanymous7356 25 днів тому +5

      @@pervinmervinlol I think OP is a dude, and I think OP is talking about cancer or something as he refers to it as a “battle”

  • @user-pi2qp6tc5g
    @user-pi2qp6tc5g 24 дні тому +6

    Anyone else been here since early 2020 . Mr b got me through lockdown and so much more . Story telling is a truly human gift and can change lives . John is someone with that gift

  • @farjanadina9419
    @farjanadina9419 29 днів тому +12

    I really miss Mr Ballen uploading 2/3/4 videos per week. Those days were really good.

  • @cheetahtfk7274
    @cheetahtfk7274 Місяць тому +338

    I'm so grateful for Mr Ballen!
    I'm in recovery for an eating disorder and I always watch your videos when I'm eating alone. They help me get through my meals. These past couple weeks have been harder than usual and your videos are the only things keeping me from completely relapsing.
    You do so much more than just entertain us, you help so many people.

    • @hallievanoutryve3109
      @hallievanoutryve3109 Місяць тому +23

      Don't give up, even if you slip up! ❤❤

    • @lisolette1
      @lisolette1 Місяць тому +14

      I agree he gets people through rough times, I’ve been where you’re at, you can do this !

    • @johnb820
      @johnb820 Місяць тому +8

      Waaaaa look at me I dont want to eat my bickies WAAAAAA

    • @naomifinch169
      @naomifinch169 Місяць тому +11

      @cheetah keep going sweet! I went through it too, came out the otherside. It can be done. You can do it ❤

    • @adambruins
      @adambruins Місяць тому +4

      Eat your food

  • @obscurity3027
    @obscurity3027 Місяць тому +431

    I haven’t watched Mr. Ballen for a little while (blame the algorithm), and I’m so happy to see he has 8.5+ million subscribers. You deserve it, John!

    • @aliciawilliams6661
      @aliciawilliams6661 Місяць тому +22

      Subscribe lol 😊

    • @DragonKing-te9wy
      @DragonKing-te9wy Місяць тому +6

      Literally just saw that he has 8.74m subscribers and I thought to myself: "That's a jump from last time, how many did he have a few months ago?"

    • @southwestxnorthwest
      @southwestxnorthwest Місяць тому +21

      I remember discovering him in 2021 and started binge-watching all of his videos in one night. He sure has come a long way since then

    • @dorraj4685
      @dorraj4685 Місяць тому +21

      you rely on the algorithm for what videos you watch? lol

    • @fraxizztv6433
      @fraxizztv6433 Місяць тому

      ​@@dorraj4685fucking NPCs 😂

  • @ron6575
    @ron6575 27 днів тому +5

    Hey man, just finishing up your interview on The Sean Ryan show and I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your openess about everything. Such a good interview. I wasnt in the military but it all resonated with me. Thanks for all you do man, keep up the good work! Been listening to your show since 2020.

  • @2passportsandpostcards
    @2passportsandpostcards 29 днів тому +3

    Wow! Awesome story. So happy John got to live a long and fulfilled life! The twists and turns in all your stories never disappoint! Thank you Mr Ballen!

  • @annunciataparchesi1832
    @annunciataparchesi1832 Місяць тому +258

    I've checked out youtube about seven times today, and each time this story has a different title. It's divine intervention! God is telling me I spend way too much time here.

    • @basedkaren51
      @basedkaren51 Місяць тому +7

      Is it a reupload because I think the beginning of the video seems different 🤔

    • @Axel-zc6xj
      @Axel-zc6xj Місяць тому +25

      @@basedkaren51 UA-cam has been strange towards the religious community.. many of my comments regarding Christianity get removed.

    • @pajeetsingh
      @pajeetsingh Місяць тому +27

      @@Axel-zc6xj Big Brother 1984 is already here.

    • @hangedups2608
      @hangedups2608 Місяць тому +5

      SAME

    • @RottenPotatos
      @RottenPotatos Місяць тому +2

      Me too! That is really weird

  • @pineywoodslawandcrime
    @pineywoodslawandcrime Місяць тому +104

    Having another back surgery tomorrow-my 21st. Thanks for getting me through yet another health issue. You’re the best. ❣️

    • @MrTitansrock10
      @MrTitansrock10 Місяць тому +5

      good luck!!

    • @cheetahtfk7274
      @cheetahtfk7274 Місяць тому +10

      I hope your surgery goes better than expected and that you have a quick recovery! Hopefully, this will be your last surgery 🙏

    • @pyroslasher
      @pyroslasher Місяць тому +4

      How did it go

    • @pineywoodslawandcrime
      @pineywoodslawandcrime Місяць тому +9

      @@pyroslasher very well, I think. I’m still loopy from anesthesia. Not much pain, which is a blessing, indeed. Thank you so much for asking. I love this “fam” on Mr. Ballen’s channel. I’ve been following him for years. He had less than 100k when I started. He’s the absolute best, as are his followers! ❣️

    • @pyroslasher
      @pyroslasher Місяць тому +4

      @@pineywoodslawandcrime Very glad to hear that. Hopefully after this surgery you won't need much more if any at all and wish you have a quick recovery!

  • @GOODEATSNTASTYTREATS
    @GOODEATSNTASTYTREATS 27 днів тому +2

    I want to say thank you for you're transparency on SRS. Was a breath of fresh air

  • @Jessica-li6we
    @Jessica-li6we 26 днів тому +15

    MrBallen, I find your timing to make this OJ comparison strange, dark, and mysterious.

    • @Ginanotfromitaly
      @Ginanotfromitaly 18 днів тому

      What was the original title????

    • @Jessica-li6we
      @Jessica-li6we 18 днів тому

      @@Ginanotfromitaly he referenced the shocking outcome of the OJ trial lmao

  • @C.Jr12
    @C.Jr12 Місяць тому +389

    Mr Ballen is the greatest storyteller in my books. The way he makes his audience feel like they are a part of the story is unreal. Much love from SA❤

    • @SunTzuMedia
      @SunTzuMedia Місяць тому +14

      Jesus get a room will you

    • @pluto8404
      @pluto8404 Місяць тому +7

      one day he will run out of stories and have to create his own.

    • @thechrononautswife-dorothy
      @thechrononautswife-dorothy Місяць тому +3

      I can’t wait to get his book!!

    • @KizzleCakes-cq4it
      @KizzleCakes-cq4it Місяць тому +6

      I know!!! I'm super excited for next Sunday. I wish that he would upload at least 2 each week. I can't get enough MrBallen😃 I'm very happy for the success of your podcasts and channel

    • @anitamcginnis8028
      @anitamcginnis8028 Місяць тому +6

      @@SunTzuMedia Stay in your room! Jealous.

  • @Jillysings
    @Jillysings Місяць тому +53

    Mr . Ballen , Thank you for bringing back the art of story-telling . ❤ I look forward to your new show every Sunday . 💕

  • @daniellebardawill2488
    @daniellebardawill2488 29 днів тому

    I listen to your stories almost every night before bed . Absolutely love what you and the team are doing . I really appreciate all the hard work that goes on in front and behind the camera .

  • @LaXihuatl
    @LaXihuatl 15 днів тому +1

    Mr. Ballen’s videos are all my man & I listened to on a 7-hour road trip recently. 🥰 Thanks for having such awesome content!

  • @jeannette7150
    @jeannette7150 Місяць тому +123

    A Sunday with Mr Ballen is a Sunday well spent. Thanks , John.

  • @jazzyv1221
    @jazzyv1221 Місяць тому +29

    I have said it before, but it is worth mentioning again. Watching Mr. Ballen tell a story is a huge part of the experience. I always try to watch the videos vs just listening. It makes the story that much better. Big fan. Super happy about your success. You have definitely found your calling.

    • @d1user
      @d1user Місяць тому

      When did u say it before?

    • @therealDawnBarton
      @therealDawnBarton Місяць тому

      Same here... the podcasts aren't nearly as good cause I can't see John, I also miss him hiding Lil pics for us to find in the story... idk y he stopped that... I guess he realized his storytelling was good enough in its own n that gimmick kinda distracted ppl from the story, I know I was always looking out for it.

    • @jazzyv1221
      @jazzyv1221 Місяць тому

      @@therealDawnBarton I think that because he has become so huge things had to change. I am guessing he hired a bunch of production people who are running to show. And they are telling him not to do it for whatever reason. I miss his goofy side, “me and old seagull lung” and how he could never get through them without cracking up. I loved that. It showed a side of him that I am worried we won’t see any more. But hey, things change, there is nothing to be done about it. But if they make it to where we can’t see him, his flannel shirts, his scraggly beard, and ponytail, and crazy gestures, I am done.

  • @synvaVal
    @synvaVal 28 днів тому +6

    22 years in prison for nothing, what a sad story 😭

  • @averyg827
    @averyg827 Місяць тому +132

    I’ve been watching your videos for 4 years now and i’ll never stop! I love your storytelling Mr. Ballen 💞💞💞

  • @the-Greenery-420
    @the-Greenery-420 Місяць тому +32

    I've been dealing with severe depression because of being cyberbullied by people I thought were my friends, your videos help me get through every hard time in my life. Thank you for being such an awesome person in a world where there aren't many awesome people left.

    • @terricox3559
      @terricox3559 Місяць тому +6

      I'm sorry. Have you gone to the police?

    • @saltydorito7801
      @saltydorito7801 Місяць тому

      Funny... Someone left the EXACT same comment earlier today.

    • @the-Greenery-420
      @the-Greenery-420 Місяць тому +1

      @@saltydorito7801 I don't even know what the heck you're talking about I left that over a day ago.

    • @the-Greenery-420
      @the-Greenery-420 Місяць тому

      @@terricox3559 the cops wouldn't do anything about cyberbullying... well at least last time they didn't... and I'm handling it by just staying off those socials and watching Mr. Ballen videos as well as working on personal hobby projects. I'm hoping like most cyberbullying it will eventually pass if the bullies get bored enough but thank you for your concern, I appreciate it.

    • @TheVOID-123DN
      @TheVOID-123DN 29 днів тому

      KINGS AND QUEENS OF HORROR FOLLOW MY CONTENT FOR DISTURBING STORIES TRUE AND SOME TOLD FROM A WORLD PARALLEL TO OUR REALITY

  • @juliewaite1864
    @juliewaite1864 20 днів тому

    Such a good story! The strange dark and mysterious delivered in story format by an amazing story teller brightens the darkest of my days! ❤ Best UA-camr ever !

  • @andreayliniemi6103
    @andreayliniemi6103 28 днів тому

    As always, a great story! Thanks for doing what you do-You make my morning commute interesting.

  • @nerd26373
    @nerd26373 Місяць тому +36

    MrBallen has infectious energy when it comes to storytelling. He never loses sight of who he is when articulating his insights and deeper understanding of the topic he’s discussing.

    • @witheeeeeerx
      @witheeeeeerx 28 днів тому

      I gotta learn how to tell stories like him. He's the best storyteller I've ever seen

  • @1shot516
    @1shot516 Місяць тому +128

    This guy is proof we don’t need TV we just need excellent story tellers ❤Thank you Mr ballen 👍🏻

    • @theofungi6562
      @theofungi6562 Місяць тому +2

      Oh yeah, TV. Moving wallpaper lol

    • @ivanprashanttigga1384
      @ivanprashanttigga1384 Місяць тому +2

      Believe it or not, I haven't watched anything on TV since the COVID pandemic.

    • @sherriedling6403
      @sherriedling6403 Місяць тому +3

      @1shot516....Mr Ballen is absolutely 💯 amazing. His story telling is on another level !! He's such a natural.

    • @SunTzuMedia
      @SunTzuMedia Місяць тому +2

      Oy vey get a room

    • @mnicholl93
      @mnicholl93 Місяць тому +1

      If you also enjoy Mr B's podcast (without the visual content) why not try some audiobooks (most public libraries give free access now to apps like Borrowbox so it doesn't need to cost you anything). Prepare for your mind to be blown in the best possible ways 😊

  • @MommingwithMandy
    @MommingwithMandy 29 днів тому

    1st story in a while that i did not see the ending coming!! bravo!!👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 i love everything you do, Mr. Ballen❤️

  • @chaysecraig163
    @chaysecraig163 29 днів тому +39

    As a Christian I do believe in divine intervention, also I love the work John 💪🏼

    • @ZEHR77
      @ZEHR77 29 днів тому +6

      Based. Christ is Lord ✝️

  • @karlwalton3133
    @karlwalton3133 Місяць тому +28

    I love it that Mr Ballen says “go binge the podcast” like people don’t naturally do that once they find it.

    • @stuplays6632
      @stuplays6632 29 днів тому +2

      Just chucking it out there... I hate the podcasts... what am I supposed to look at!? Lol I have adhd I need visual stimulation 😂

    • @saintessa
      @saintessa 16 днів тому

      ​@@stuplays6632yeah I have adhd too but I enjoy the podcasts if I'm trying to relax/sleep but either way I zone out and have to keep replaying parts I miss

    • @saintessa
      @saintessa 16 днів тому

      Sometimes I like to stretch things out sometimes I like to binge

  • @elisexempress
    @elisexempress Місяць тому +20

    Youve provided more needed distractions then i can count with your videos. I had my wisdom teeth pulled and here I am turning to you again. Thank you for all that you do 🙏🏼

    • @cheetahtfk7274
      @cheetahtfk7274 Місяць тому +4

      I hope you are recovering quickly!

    • @elisexempress
      @elisexempress Місяць тому +1

      @@cheetahtfk7274 Thank you so much!

  • @msotrfan1
    @msotrfan1 17 днів тому +4

    Mr. Ballen, you tell the best stories. Thank you 😊

  • @JasonSmith-ky9yi
    @JasonSmith-ky9yi 2 дні тому

    Thank you for all the contacts that you be giving us because literally when I do these 12-hour overnight shifts u have the binge watch content that keeps me up

  • @CaseyW491
    @CaseyW491 Місяць тому +22

    Mr. B's appearance on the Shawn Ryan show was top tier. The best part being that, candidly, it's even more evident how sharp, charismatic and funny he is. All the trademark traits of a frogman!

  • @corcor3857
    @corcor3857 Місяць тому +208

    Mr. Ballen seems like the kind of guy that if you go to a neighborhood BBQ, he would be telling one of his stories.
    People would be so engrossed, even the person at the grill would be burning the food to listen to the story. You rock Mr. Ballen

    • @angelachouinard4581
      @angelachouinard4581 Місяць тому +6

      I could just picture it!

    • @SUGAs_Shadow85
      @SUGAs_Shadow85 Місяць тому +4

      I can smell the burning BBQ

    • @TeddyHop47
      @TeddyHop47 Місяць тому +7

      I would still eat the burnt BBQ while still listening to Mr.Ballen's story

    • @jaebriggs2076
      @jaebriggs2076 Місяць тому +7

      While his wife just rolls her eyes at this point I’m sure 😂

    • @karencahill4798
      @karencahill4798 Місяць тому +3

      You got that right. Just something about that guy. 😊

  • @blairnicole8226
    @blairnicole8226 17 днів тому

    John we love u so much ur definitely the best story teller usually just sitting watching someone talk is so boring to me but I have been following u for a few years now and I'm obsessed with ur stories ..I look forward to new videos...I salute u for what u did for our country and I salute u for keeping us entertained with all ur stories in the amazing way u keep us hooked I love u...ur wife is a lucky women and ur babies are lucky to have u as a father ur truly an amazing person

  • @torrieblack
    @torrieblack 27 днів тому +7

    The timing of you mentioning OJ is pretty wild

  • @wellwouldntyouliketoknow4137
    @wellwouldntyouliketoknow4137 Місяць тому +143

    The moral of the story is you cannot trust, rich people, because even after those people who Reginald confess to, they still left that poor man in prison to rot.

    • @Ambi1021
      @Ambi1021 Місяць тому +22

      Exactly! It was an open secret, and yet no one did anything to right that wrong.

    • @mariemccammon7486
      @mariemccammon7486 Місяць тому +9

      I don't know about the rich people jab but that was definitely an horrific injustice 😡 😢

    • @gentrykoda
      @gentrykoda Місяць тому +17

      FINALLY!!! A comment that has something to do with the story!!! ❤ THANK YOU!

    • @user-mb3xy1ff3v
      @user-mb3xy1ff3v Місяць тому +13

      i believe the reginald acted funny in court few times is bcs of his mental condition,but why did he act so perfectly the first time and not the other days?maybe he was afraid to get caught if he proved that this man is innocent?

    • @mikedicewrites
      @mikedicewrites Місяць тому +1

      Facts

  • @davedfran6082
    @davedfran6082 Місяць тому +7

    I've been watching your content for years and upon this morning driving to work I put on the SRS and lo and behold you are on their. I never knew you were a seal. This brings tears to my eyes, you are truly amazing.

  • @joandickinson5898
    @joandickinson5898 29 днів тому

    Mr Ballen just watched your interview on @TheShawnRyanShow wow so more in-depth than any others I have seen. I was so worried for you you looked so Anxious in the beginning and breathing big deep breaths at times , and to hear about your sleep struggles was so scary. You are incredible that you are so open about your life’s journey you inspire me every time I see your content. I’ve followed you for a long time watched everything, listen to you every night I don’t sleep which is so hard but hearing you helps me relax and fall asleep for a while at least.

  • @luvabean
    @luvabean 27 днів тому +9

    The title and the timing....
    Something IS strange, dark and mysterious about this!
    Premonition predates post mortem?

  • @timward3116
    @timward3116 Місяць тому +14

    I love MrBallen's stories. He tells them so well. They're addictive! A lot of times, it's like reading an Edgar Allen Poe story. And you can tell he puts a lot of work into each and every episode. Thank you, MrBallen!

  • @elainecourtney94
    @elainecourtney94 Місяць тому +6

    I just love this channel so much and the way John tells the stories you can picture it clearly in your head
    Keep up the excellent work Mr Ballen you sure know how to captivate an audience. Best Wishes from Northern Ireland xx

  • @jaxxtheripper4156
    @jaxxtheripper4156 29 днів тому

    Awesome video and caught your podcast episode on the Shawn Ryan show was a good listen learned a lot about you and made me an even bigger fan your an awesome dude thanks for serving and thanks for entertaining us with the strange dark and mysterious

  • @carlosduarte9141
    @carlosduarte9141 29 днів тому

    Saw you on the shawn Ryan channel great interview amazing life story keep it strong MR Ballen 💪💪

  • @sanidhyakhanna2103
    @sanidhyakhanna2103 Місяць тому +243

    Thanks Mr Ballen for always cheering us up !

    • @njad3
      @njad3 Місяць тому +1

      You’re last. Now get out!

    • @sanidhyakhanna2103
      @sanidhyakhanna2103 Місяць тому

      @@njad3 relax man 😅 don’t be so possessive, you can have him 😅

    • @CountryboyDej
      @CountryboyDej Місяць тому

      Underrated combat

    • @kevinuchiha6830
      @kevinuchiha6830 Місяць тому +2

      Cheering who up? I'm still super hyper off my team winning yesterday. VVVAMOS

    • @Alison-W
      @Alison-W Місяць тому +1

      Yes true

  • @liamdubalmusic
    @liamdubalmusic Місяць тому +55

    Crazy story. I became a time traveler specifically so I could get the strange dark and mysterious in story format one week in advance. This ones a banger -trust me

    • @eurekasquared9853
      @eurekasquared9853 Місяць тому

      Too funny

    • @petertaylor3446
      @petertaylor3446 Місяць тому +1

      What's next week's national lottery numbers

    • @mikewarner5583
      @mikewarner5583 Місяць тому

      Hasnt had a banger in last 3 years. True crime sucks

    • @lisahinton9682
      @lisahinton9682 Місяць тому +2

      @interstellar896
      I want to be a time-traveler, too. I want to go back a few days and have a do-over with my sweetheart.

    • @MrRoundthetwist
      @MrRoundthetwist Місяць тому +1

      @@mikewarner5583sad but true

  • @TheOnlyBuddyLee
    @TheOnlyBuddyLee 27 днів тому +2

    Watching this on my usual Thursday that I watch you videos, and the title is amazing lol

  • @carolyn6288
    @carolyn6288 18 днів тому

    John you are walking, talking, storytelling miracle because of divine intervention, may God continue to bless you🙏

  • @NathanViper
    @NathanViper Місяць тому +42

    Nothing beats than watching Mrballen on Sunday Mornings. I am a die hard fan of John and all the work he does! Kudos to you brother. ✌️

    • @r.l.strange1897
      @r.l.strange1897 Місяць тому

      Morning? You must be down under or Antarctica or Saudi Arabia 😂

    • @cheetahtfk7274
      @cheetahtfk7274 Місяць тому +2

      A bot account literally copied and pasted your comment and it has over 170 likes vs your current 26.
      Stupid bots 😂

    • @MrBallen
      @MrBallen  Місяць тому +5

      Appreciate the support!! ❤🙏

  • @user-nw5ml7lr2b
    @user-nw5ml7lr2b Місяць тому +5

    Thank you MR.B❤!!!! This is one of the best for me and my son we have heard in awhile ❤!!!!!!!

  • @milsimnthangs7087
    @milsimnthangs7087 23 дні тому +2

    “Real photo of Hot Cocoa” probably the most tongue-in-cheek joke I’ve seen on this channel 👍

  • @ashleystipe1923
    @ashleystipe1923 26 днів тому

    Watch you every day during my lunch break. 😂 been watching for years ! Congratulations on the Podcast success

  • @Basicyk
    @Basicyk Місяць тому +49

    All though i miss the old days when we got multiple stories, the overall production and quality of the channels and podcasts has become phenomenal. Well done MrB

  • @wimverhaegen3559
    @wimverhaegen3559 Місяць тому +5

    the way he tells the stories is pretty amazing.
    it forms pictures in my mind,as if i where there.....
    good job!!!!

  • @neko_neko_ni
    @neko_neko_ni 28 днів тому

    Mr Ballen helps me through my journey from university to home
    I love the stories

  • @dysonfegan6098
    @dysonfegan6098 25 днів тому

    It's amazing to see how much you've grown in the past few years. Between you and wendigoon you are my favorite UA-cam storyteller. Thank you for what you do!

  • @ziggesgirl
    @ziggesgirl Місяць тому +36

    I recently had a facebook friend ask for podcast recommendations and i was so ready to sugget MrBallen but everyone else beat me to it. I ended up recommending Dark History because if anyone is on par with MrBallen, its Bailey. Youre the best my guy!

    • @alexandraayeone1470
      @alexandraayeone1470 Місяць тому +1

      Yes Bailey is great

    • @b-dub6865
      @b-dub6865 Місяць тому +7

      Isn’t that the one who does Makeup & Murder? I watched a couple of her episodes & found it all disrespectful to the victims. No offense. These are serious stories about real people experiencing unimaginable trauma & violence.

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 Місяць тому

      Bedtime Stories and Wartime Stories are also really good.

    • @misseselise3864
      @misseselise3864 Місяць тому +2

      even though bailey did it all first

    • @kayleigh3648
      @kayleigh3648 Місяць тому +1

      @@b-dub6865 So why is it ok for mr ballen to talk about victims of crime but not Bailey? Hypocrite much? Lol

  • @the_g_manz6939
    @the_g_manz6939 Місяць тому +13

    Born to late to experience world exploration and born to early to experience space exploration but right on time to experience the strange, dark, and mysterious delivered in story format.

  • @SHORTY_CEE
    @SHORTY_CEE 28 днів тому +2

    When my 4yr old hears Mr. Ballen playing, he comes running 😅. He knows it's storytime, and watches with much interest ❤

  • @zakkmyers9350
    @zakkmyers9350 Місяць тому +3

    I’ve watched 90% of ur videos not even joking. Thank you for ur service and what you do for us every week.

  • @chloescat
    @chloescat Місяць тому +19

    Thank you, sir!
    Your episodes where a major part of keeping me sane after I returned to the UK from living in China 12 years.
    I'm now working as a cleaner at a retirement home so I can save up the capital and go start a new life in Sevilla, Spain.
    Thank you for all the amazing work you put into each awesome episode!❤

  • @davidgardner925
    @davidgardner925 13 днів тому

    Great storytelling i enjoy just about every single one you do

  • @ericbates5465
    @ericbates5465 27 днів тому +4

    So weird he passed away today and you mentioned him Sunday

  • @pleasantlyblue7425
    @pleasantlyblue7425 Місяць тому +3

    Thank you for taking time out to share this.💞🌟🕊🌺💯

  • @suekantz9588
    @suekantz9588 Місяць тому +9

    I just love the way Mr. Ballen talks with his hands. Have you ever thought about storytelling the strange dark and mysterious in sign language, Mr. Ballen?

  • @thutoamise474
    @thutoamise474 27 днів тому +1

    Salute to Mr Ballen for enduring all this smoke to deliver us this story

  • @MiClLC
    @MiClLC 28 днів тому +1

    Your interview on the Shawn Ryan Show was awesome dude! I could have listened to you talk for another 4 hours haha! Best wishes John

  • @cmax4488
    @cmax4488 Місяць тому +4

    We really appreciate your content. Thank you. I remember when i found your channel a few of years back when i was on vacation. Its been a real pleasure. Thank you MrBallen

  • @petergonzalez1719
    @petergonzalez1719 Місяць тому +3

    I've been REALLY sick for the past week and your stories have come in clutch. Thank you 🙏

  • @engineer9975
    @engineer9975 8 днів тому

    So happy the podcast is back everywhere else

  • @dondahmen2691
    @dondahmen2691 Місяць тому +4

    Mr. B your voice helps calm me down through a very stressful health and sick issue going on with me right now. I really appreciate you and your hard work so thank you so much it helps . You're a very well spoken straight up man.🙏👊💪Navy Seals are very amazing. Your service matters

    • @pineywoodslawandcrime
      @pineywoodslawandcrime Місяць тому

      He’s helped so many people through, including me. Feel better ❤️‍🩹!!

  • @shannonmaree4724
    @shannonmaree4724 Місяць тому +156

    Just what I needed on my Sunday. Thank you Mr. Ballen ❤

    • @njad3
      @njad3 Місяць тому +2

      There is no Sunday. Today is Monday part 1

    • @stonewolf2606
      @stonewolf2606 Місяць тому

      Fr

    • @kevinuchiha6830
      @kevinuchiha6830 Місяць тому +2

      Ballen been clutching up since 2020. Great guy

    • @SimonVanliew26
      @SimonVanliew26 Місяць тому +1

      He literally posts every Sunday girl.

    • @altaccount9716
      @altaccount9716 Місяць тому +2

      ​@@njad3It is sunday. Here in sweden atleast.

  • @katiefox4568
    @katiefox4568 11 днів тому

    One thing I love about Mr. Ballen is his channel is strictly story telling and no politics or anything. It’s just so pure. ❤

  • @5p3nc3r5
    @5p3nc3r5 27 днів тому +6

    Well the algorithm is about to insanely boost this vid

  • @XRUF899
    @XRUF899 Місяць тому +4

    Hey MrBallen, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your content. Your videos are always informative and entertaining. Keep up the fantastic work, and thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion with us!

  • @SandraHernandez-dc3tw
    @SandraHernandez-dc3tw Місяць тому +5

    I love watching your videos when I am relaxing at home and when I am on the go I love listening to your podcast.

  • @user-ol1lu6ok8t
    @user-ol1lu6ok8t 29 днів тому

    What an incredible story teller!

  • @ricardocarvalho1290
    @ricardocarvalho1290 28 днів тому

    Bud, you're the best. Far prefer listening to your stories then watching a movie etc.
    Please keep them coming.
    May the Lord always watch over you and your loved ones. Cheers

  • @sulyokpeter3941
    @sulyokpeter3941 Місяць тому +96

    Love Mr. Ballen's storytelling! I miss your weekly 2-3 uploads, but understand that you are busy! :)

    • @darnold4268
      @darnold4268 Місяць тому +1

      He's unloading his content on other platforms.

    • @hallievanoutryve3109
      @hallievanoutryve3109 Місяць тому +1

      There is an original podcast episode released every week!

    • @josiegipson90
      @josiegipson90 Місяць тому +1

      You should give his podcasts a listen. They're all free now since he's no longer exclusive to Amazon. I've had Amazon for years but never listened to podcasts until recently. They're so much better than listening on UA-cam.

    • @jessicaaragon4215
      @jessicaaragon4215 Місяць тому +2

      @@josiegipson90 I had a hard time listening to his podcasts. For one it barely sounds like him and two they seem long and drawn out. Any recommendations for a really good one?

    • @josiegipson90
      @josiegipson90 Місяць тому +1

      @@jessicaaragon4215 did you listen to them on the platforms or did you listen to them on those UA-cam channels that upload from Amazon? The UA-cam channels that upload absolutely don't sound good at all. The ones on Amazon that are re-uploads from this channel don't sound good either even though he says they're remastered. I think that's why they sound so bad on the UA-cam channel. I won't say the channels are stealing the content because I've been chewed out by numerous people on the non check marked channel by people who said Mr Ballen's staff run that channel as well but don't take credit because the podcast was at the time exclusive to Amazon. But anyway, the podcast only episodes sound good on Amazon. They do get all drawn out. I do enjoy his storytelling but I've noticed he fills in with way too many unnecessary details but leaves important stuff out all the time. Well, not him. Whoever does his writing. Those podcasts have long lists of employees. I always think of "his" style as a campfire made for TV dramatized version of events..sorta like Lifetime movies. I always have something playing on my tv or phone so the longer the better for me. I listen and watch a lot of content. I watch more on streaming services than I listen to platforms though. Right now I've been listening to his medical mysteries series. It's super, super good. I've actually learned a bunch of stuff I didn't know. Run, fool is great too but it's read by Rodney Barnes. He is splendid. His voice is radio/voiceover quality. As for anyone else, I haven't found anything. I'm so late to the podcast thing, I don't even know how to find anything good.. Everything I've found on Amazon besides Ballen content is AI from Reddit. Kinda irritating because that's one reason I wanted to listen to podcasts is to get away from all the AI and reddit content.

  • @maralinekozial9131
    @maralinekozial9131 Місяць тому +7

    If anyone picked the perfect tune for disturbing or dark scary videos on the Internet , this one will always get me & make look behind my back when its three in the morning & im watching it alone in the dark!!!!! Im glad hes the only UA-camr that used this soundtrack ❤

  • @okbaumgaertner7126
    @okbaumgaertner7126 24 дні тому

    I loved this one! I love historical stories!

  • @archiesshowtell8094
    @archiesshowtell8094 27 днів тому +6

    The timing on this with OJ passing overnight.

  • @Ben-ep1de
    @Ben-ep1de Місяць тому +42

    I'm in Australia, so these videos come out monday morning. Thank you for giving me something to look forward to on a Monday

    • @mr.teezee
      @mr.teezee Місяць тому +2

      Oooo that would make Mondays more exciting! Haha love it

    • @fuckos4165
      @fuckos4165 Місяць тому +2

      Same here, Canberra 😊

    • @miss_tarnz1188
      @miss_tarnz1188 Місяць тому

      Same! I love Monday mornings lol

    • @samanthafairweather9186
      @samanthafairweather9186 Місяць тому

      Mee too. ( Sydney). Mr Ballen makes a shitty Monday a whole lot better!

  • @johndjr1450
    @johndjr1450 Місяць тому +6

    Great story teller, been watching John for quite a few years, never disappointing

  • @CottonballPaul
    @CottonballPaul 15 днів тому

    Much respect to u Mr Ballen

  • @pepethefrog3537
    @pepethefrog3537 14 днів тому

    Pls do more cave/diving/sea related videos, I live for them!!

  • @kieranhart5776
    @kieranhart5776 Місяць тому +7

    That actually surprised me who the killer was. Wow, that was a great story, and as always told brilliantly!

  • @michelleliddle3488
    @michelleliddle3488 Місяць тому +17

    Being from England I know the story of the man that hanging failed to kill. But you come at thesebstories from.such a different and unique perspective, its not till nearly the end that I've realised what the story was actually about! Thank you for your your very special storytelling talent.❤

  • @zacharymaes9404
    @zacharymaes9404 29 днів тому

    Your Sean Ryan interview was badass 💪🏽 truly inspirational.