This must be the WORST WAY TO DIE (Top 3 Places You Can’t Go ⚠️)

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  • @purplestingstress
    @purplestingstress Рік тому +1461

    The first story hits me hard. I was in a situation where I had collapsed, was NOT near a phone, and my neighbors heard me screaming for help and did NOTHING. It nearly cost me my life. I had to drag myself to the bedroom where my phone was - I had a massive staph infection and couldn't stand up/walk- and I passed out on the phone with 9 11. I spent the next 3 months in the hospital. I'm blessed that I didn't die. My neighbors admitted to my mom that they heard me screaming and hadn't seen me for days. It's so so so important to check on your neighbors, even reclusive people have daily habits! Checking on someone might make the difference between life and death for someone else.

    • @folasadesuzanne
      @folasadesuzanne Рік тому +108

      I’m so sorry to hear that I had a friend who told me that she fell, and she was screaming in so much pain; while the neighbor was just looking at her doing nothing. Fortunately, other people heard her and took her to the hospital so she’s doing good. There are just people who are self centered, and don’t care about humanity or anyone else but themselves and that’s a shame. ☹️

    • @LunarLocust
      @LunarLocust Рік тому +52

      I had a similar experience. I ran out of tp and had to shit-shuffle over to the shower because no one else was there to bring me another roll.

    • @sarahbeaulieu999
      @sarahbeaulieu999 Рік тому +73

      My mom notice she hadn't seen a neighbor for 2 days called their daughter and she had fallen in bathroom and got stuck between toilet and counter. Glad my mom called and our neighbor survived

    • @katlynnalmansor4135
      @katlynnalmansor4135 Рік тому +20

      That's so awful. I'm sorry that happened to you. I would be more understanding in these type of incidents if your neighbor was always working on projects at home and they made a lot of noise, but if it's way outside the norm, why wouldn't you do something? Knock on the door or, if you don't feel comfortable going over there, call the police for a welfare check. If it's nothing, no harm done. But if someone is in need, how awful would it be to know you could have saved them?

    • @nazarenoescobar8158
      @nazarenoescobar8158 Рік тому

      An almost-deadly staph infection, and still morbidly obese. Holy shit, you yankis really like your Cheetos, huh?

  • @lenagalaxies
    @lenagalaxies Рік тому +19351

    It always baffles me how many people hear screams and bangs but never report it to the police because they’re “minding their own business”

    • @donttalktomebye
      @donttalktomebye Рік тому +1457

      Thats one of the few things i would not mind my business for

    • @theblossom9907
      @theblossom9907 Рік тому +956

      The neighbor could have saved his life! That’s heartbreaking

    • @therealmouseymouse
      @therealmouseymouse Рік тому +1290

      I literally do not mind my own business. I hear screams and am not sure if they're friendly my face is out the curtains. I think I smell fire, I go outside to find it. Safety is no joke, it's everyone's business.

    • @eldenlion5850
      @eldenlion5850 Рік тому +370

      I agree, it’s like people can’t be bothered to contact professionals or get an idea what’s going on, I mean what’s that person going to do if you’re just making sure there’s no emergency, get really mad at you? Oh no, sound the alarm 🙄

    • @TyeArtisik
      @TyeArtisik Рік тому +394

      Well, you can't really blame them tho. The banging could be anything. What if it's nothing serious? Then they'd probably say you should've minded your own business

  • @custardcocktail
    @custardcocktail 8 місяців тому +438

    The second story is horrific, and it's made so much worse when you look it up and see that most of the victims were children between the ages of 9-17.😢

    • @MaryDoyle-xl2ri
      @MaryDoyle-xl2ri 7 місяців тому +3

      🙏🙏❤️

    • @m.y.a.111
      @m.y.a.111 7 місяців тому +21

      yes but they were warned and they ignored that

    • @ardaoguzhan8181
      @ardaoguzhan8181 6 місяців тому +33

      Play stupid games, win stupid prizes

    • @mapofthesoultagme7143
      @mapofthesoultagme7143 6 місяців тому +7

      how is it not as bad if the vcotims are adults?

    • @viceb7
      @viceb7 5 місяців тому +49

      ​@@mapofthesoultagme7143because kids should be a - protected by adults and b - have not lived long enough to understand the dangers and c - they didn't even get a chance to live their life and are innocent, duh. So bizzare when people ask something like that.

  • @carolkegel7599
    @carolkegel7599 Рік тому +862

    The last story was such a shame. Such a good person, she didn't deserve to die in such a humiliating way. I hope she continues to be an inspiration to her community.

    • @m.y.a.111
      @m.y.a.111 7 місяців тому

      Only criminals deserve that not a model citizen fxck the karma

    • @bruceplenderleith838
      @bruceplenderleith838 7 місяців тому +10

      I think it's a lesson for all of us, never get involved.

    • @gucciluna7277
      @gucciluna7277 7 місяців тому +125

      @@bruceplenderleith838that’s the worst lesson I’ve ever heard

    • @bruceplenderleith838
      @bruceplenderleith838 7 місяців тому

      live a bit longer@@gucciluna7277

    • @justnahayo8490
      @justnahayo8490 7 місяців тому +25

      @@bruceplenderleith838😐

  • @SentretPeanut
    @SentretPeanut Рік тому +1236

    As someone who works in a glass factory… I literally cannot fathom how these people may have felt. It’s HOT in there. Makes my heart hurt for everyone involved.

    • @syrusangi8743
      @syrusangi8743 Рік тому +82

      I can only hope they didn't suffer for too long cuz in such situations, every second counts

    • @mickeysanto3639
      @mickeysanto3639 Рік тому +2

      Snitches get stitches

    • @condemnedto4093
      @condemnedto4093 Рік тому +109

      @@mickeysanto3639 Stupid is as stupid does

    • @TowGunner
      @TowGunner Рік тому +2

      Then they wind up in ditches

    • @LR-vw8yu
      @LR-vw8yu Рік тому

      Bro I'd sell my mom's life just to die like that instead of drowning in feces

  • @matthewb-k4422
    @matthewb-k4422 Рік тому +1932

    So happy you brought back this series! I miss the Cool mysteries. The people who disappeared and then showed up with no explanation. The cool forest stories. Places where you shouldn’t go, survival stories all of it!A nice change from the all the murders and serial killers.

    • @lineakristensen1821
      @lineakristensen1821 Рік тому +53

      Yeah right? For me there's also a level of detachment while listening to these stories as I'm way too much of a coward to go places I shouldn't go.

    • @LogBitzWasntTaken
      @LogBitzWasntTaken Рік тому +45

      @@lineakristensen1821 it’s not being a coward, it’s having common sense

    • @lineakristensen1821
      @lineakristensen1821 Рік тому +14

      @@LogBitzWasntTaken haha thanks

    • @KSL042
      @KSL042 Рік тому +14

      Factual statements ^ both of you lol

    • @Sojourner.1
      @Sojourner.1 Рік тому +14

      Think we are all glad he brought this series back b

  • @thelordofcringe
    @thelordofcringe Рік тому +762

    It's beautiful how by a man covering some of the most tragic deaths that have ever happened, his viewers then pour donations and aid to people who truly need it. Mr.Ballen and his community are wonderful.

    • @thejaded
      @thejaded Рік тому +27

      I feel like some of the more, sane people are in this community. Little arguments here, there but just chill ❤

    • @AkChiVibes
      @AkChiVibes 2 місяці тому +1

    • @MeowingCat835
      @MeowingCat835 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@thejaded arguments are inevitable, but it's in our hands how we solve them

  • @n8y538
    @n8y538 Рік тому +89

    Such a sad story, life can be so ruthless. That poor man was barely getting himself out of a deep depression just to end up losing his life in such a terrible way. Rest In Peace .

    • @michaeldoran4367
      @michaeldoran4367 4 місяці тому

      Peenuses dangling down like a rain forest. Hundreds of dangling peenuses. Monkey runs and jumps off a cliff qand grabs a peenus! The monkey swings and jumps from peenus to peenus and goes across the whole forest off flaccid peenuses

  • @An_even_fuller_sun
    @An_even_fuller_sun Рік тому +1037

    The first story is very similar to the woman who got stuck in a closet while on vacation. She also broke a pipe to use as a tool but it turned out to be a water pipe. It ended very similarly with no one noticing until it went quiet.

    • @RealBradMiller
      @RealBradMiller Рік тому +172

      And she was almost through, she had put her hand through and felt a painting, thinking it was another wall. 😔

    • @An_even_fuller_sun
      @An_even_fuller_sun Рік тому +20

      @@RealBradMiller i know :((((

    • @katybug6572
      @katybug6572 Рік тому +23

      @@RealBradMilleroh damn.. that’s freakin awful 😢

    • @RealBradMiller
      @RealBradMiller Рік тому +27

      @@katybug6572 Honestly heartbreaking!! I think about her more than I should, and I don't have a reasoning for it. 😑

    • @chasinalice
      @chasinalice Рік тому +39

      Yes I noticed and remembered this story too!

  • @ladydepravity570
    @ladydepravity570 Рік тому +419

    Its so infuriating that people hear obviously distressed sounds like screaming but then decide "Oh it's not my business". That neighbor CHOSE to sit there, listen to Ronald's obvious cries for help and do NOTHING. That poor man would have survived if she had just done SOMETHING

    • @avamasquerade
      @avamasquerade Рік тому +21

      What's so riveting about their own business anyway?? Ask any person what they're thinking about on any given moment and they usually grunt out some boring derp thing like "laundry"

    • @TheGreyGhost_of43rd
      @TheGreyGhost_of43rd Рік тому +23

      Yeah for real! idk what kinda person can sit there, literally wait for this man to DIE and go completely silent, then finally call the cops!!?! That is extremely twisted.

    • @federicoleonardi43
      @federicoleonardi43 Рік тому +6

      you dont know what kind of man he was , if he screams alot , if hes agressive , if he quarrels very loudly with the ex girlfriend , most peoples if they dont hear help they think it off as someting else , like anger or possibly someting they do often

    • @bungiecrimes7247
      @bungiecrimes7247 Рік тому +13

      @@federicoleonardi43 victim blaming

    • @federicoleonardi43
      @federicoleonardi43 Рік тому +13

      @@bungiecrimes7247 please quote when i directly blamed him , pretty please , instead of making delusional claims

  • @robinhaddix7875
    @robinhaddix7875 Рік тому +458

    For the second story, I actually did glass working and can confirm that opening the door to the glass furnace was the worst part. Even from a distance it was so hot and so bright that I couldn't look at it without pain. Even though i was only exposed to the heat at a distance for a few seconds, it was enough for my arm hair to just be gone. I can't imagine actually landing on top of thar furnace

    • @sonicbfdiag7050
      @sonicbfdiag7050 11 місяців тому +50

      I knew someone who worked in factories like those (he retired)
      He compared it to getting close to The Sun

    • @lindboknifeandtool
      @lindboknifeandtool 8 місяців тому +8

      How hot does it get? I use a heat treating oven and it gets up to 2100 f during operation and when I open the door to that it’s intense and feels like I get an instant sunburn. Safe to say, not good for the eyes or skin 😂

    • @Picklegurl420
      @Picklegurl420 8 місяців тому +7

      I guess I actually have a weird question for you!How does the shut down process work in those places? Does it take forever to cool down? I was just wondering cause the workers were telling them to get off the roof and they didn’t listen; if they shut down the plant would it have made a difference?

    • @itsnotthesamething
      @itsnotthesamething 8 місяців тому +14

      @@Picklegurl420 I'm not sure how hot a camp fire gets, but it isn't near as hot as these furnaces. I've set rocks close to a camp fire for a few hours, then carefully wrapped them in a blanket, and put them in a tent, next to my sleeping bag. It warms the tent, and keeps me warm while I sleep. So the bricks around those furnaces must be blazing hot, if they can catch a person on fire. And it would take hours to days for them to cool enough to be handled. My guess is, the bodies that they did recover that day, probably jumped to their deaths off the platform on the furnace. The ones who didn't jump were probably never recovered.

    • @AndreBrah
      @AndreBrah 6 місяців тому +15

      @@Picklegurl420 shut down procedure? an industrial oven that size and temperature takes days to cool down and costs the businness a LOT of money, then more days to heat it back up.
      these ovens are literally meant to never (almost) shut down, let alone shut down quickly

  • @brokenhearted-je2pu
    @brokenhearted-je2pu Рік тому +157

    It makes me think there's still hope for humanity when I see people like mr.ballen using their position on social media not only to deliver a form of entertainment but decide to take advantage of any opportunity to help those who need it most ! He's my favorite UA-camr for a reason ! Keep it up ! We need more people like to you 💜

    • @normie2716
      @normie2716 Рік тому +12

      There's tons of hope for humanity. People are, by and large, good-hearted and care about others. We're just so inundated with negativity, be it on the news or social media, that we can start to believe that the whole world is nothing but a cesspool of awfulness. Don't believe it. Humans beings are wonderful, amazing creatures (with a few exceptions). 🙃

    • @sirridesalot6652
      @sirridesalot6652 Рік тому +2

      @@normie2716 Well said.

    • @elsavaldivia8493
      @elsavaldivia8493 10 місяців тому +1

      I love yr chanel.

    • @Melang372
      @Melang372 Місяць тому

      How to mute Georgia

  • @lakesthaproduct44
    @lakesthaproduct44 Рік тому +597

    I remember another story that you did about a lady getting trapped in a closet and breaking a cold water pipe. She was just a couple strikes away from getting through the wall, too. That would have to be one of the worst ways to go out, man. So sad.

    • @olfo_artz
      @olfo_artz Рік тому +19

      Oooo same! Its bad but this is why i dont get locksble closets xD

    • @lakesthaproduct44
      @lakesthaproduct44 Рік тому +7

      @@olfo_artz 100%. I'm always checking locks. Lol

    • @harlowjademermaid1882
      @harlowjademermaid1882 Рік тому +11

      YESSS! I JUST WROTE THIS IN A COMMENT ABOVE!

    • @asphalt-cowboy9479
      @asphalt-cowboy9479 Рік тому +17

      It's pretty hard to imagine that a grown man wasn't able to break through a crappy interior door with a pipe. Or even an interior wall.. I used to do alot of framing and honestly i can't imagine how shit like that could happen.

    • @scottashe984
      @scottashe984 Рік тому +27

      Not as bad as the guy who got his arm trapped in his furnace. He had to cut his own arm off because nobody found him for days. He survived losing much blood and an arm. The pain of severing through his nerves, muscle and bone with a dull instrument and slippery bloody hands in the dark is horrific. His story is part of the 'I Survived' series on A&E.

  • @co.dconfidential5395
    @co.dconfidential5395 Рік тому +1468

    I’m torn between the the last two. On one hand being alone and drowning on human waste is just an awful way to go especially for such a good lady. But on the other, hanging on for dear life, watching your friend cook, falling again and then bursting into flames is just unimaginable.

    • @dayangmarikit6860
      @dayangmarikit6860 Рік тому +57

      And he himself also fell on the furnace and burst into flames himself.

    • @TheRealPurity
      @TheRealPurity Рік тому +118

      ...and his dad saw

    • @angelzorrilla9618
      @angelzorrilla9618 Рік тому

      monica's story was bad but from what i hear shes full of shit so maybe shes exaggerating

    • @dayangmarikit6860
      @dayangmarikit6860 Рік тому +7

      @@angelzorrilla9618 Stoooop

    • @jasonvoorhees5640
      @jasonvoorhees5640 Рік тому +3

      both deaths were hilarious but the drowning in crap one was the funniest

  • @choov7554
    @choov7554 Рік тому +150

    If someone truly wants to help victims of violent or sexual crimes then we need to begin to hold our city and county prosecutors accountable for allowing criminals to take lesser charges, and be on the streets within months, sometimes even days… What you’re trying to do is amazing, and something to be greatly appreciated!! Please keep this up! My sister and a couple of close friends are in that category and it’s great to see someone care

    • @Derek2k
      @Derek2k 9 місяців тому

      Only god can judge people.

    • @MizzKillercult
      @MizzKillercult 8 місяців тому +19

      ​@@Derek2k so why did he "allow" humans to create courts? 😂

    • @vannahmae7413
      @vannahmae7413 8 місяців тому

      we also need to test all of the untested rape kits! it’s backed up by thousands and simply testing those kits would lead to hundreds of convictions

    • @KayGreylai
      @KayGreylai 8 місяців тому

      ​@Derek2k why is he doing such a shit job then?

    • @miapdx503
      @miapdx503 7 місяців тому

      The problem is that too many judges and law enforcement are predators, and they give each other a "pass." We never find out about them until they have so many victims it can no longer be ignored...

  • @kevinsworld.7086
    @kevinsworld.7086 10 місяців тому +10

    Such a great thing you're doing, helping all these families, schools, and everyone else needing help with these donations. I'm so happy to be standing behind you, your channels, and your charity. Because I know you're 100% genuine and really do give 100% of all the donations and money out of your own pocket back to these people who so badly need it in these times of sorrow. Keep doing good Mr. Ballen.

  • @Lazamarie
    @Lazamarie Рік тому +1603

    This was really well arranged because each story had me saying “no, THIS is the worst way to die”

    • @Lussie9
      @Lussie9 Рік тому +8

      Lmao same

    • @leahbess4
      @leahbess4 Рік тому +30

      SAME!
      Me:"How can it get worse than the 2nd one? Ohhhh that's how"

    • @Just_A_Transperson
      @Just_A_Transperson Рік тому +28

      I have only watched the first one and I have no idea what can be worse that that. Skin coming off while trapped and dying slowly? I feel so bad for him.
      Ok now I’ve watched the second one. How can it get worse than being literally on fire
      Ok they all suck

    • @mariaf3943
      @mariaf3943 Рік тому

      @@Just_A_Transperson the first and last one are tied for me because the first one is way more prolonged
      Imagine knowing you’ll die, being in a closet hungry with your own human waste and being constantly cold and wet and having your skin peel off for days
      But drowning in human waste??? I can’t decide which way I would rather go…

    • @hsuyeesandar5491
      @hsuyeesandar5491 Рік тому +3

      almost threw up

  • @unapologetically__me
    @unapologetically__me Рік тому +609

    the second story broke my heart into pieces for not only those people involved but the father who had to sit and watch his son fall to his horrible death…one of the worst stories i’ve heard in a while and i’m glad someone is talking about it. these things in history deserve to be heard and i’m glad such an amazing storyteller is willing to share❤️
    Edit: idk why some of y’all gotta have an issue with what i said and how i feel sympathy for a dad who watched his son die on thanksgiving. i meant damn well what i said so keep your opinions about it to yourself because i could care less if you don’t feel sorry for them.

    • @unapologetically__me
      @unapologetically__me Рік тому +66

      @Sage Nero i genuinely never said they didn’t have a part in what happened but imagine being that father watching your son die in front of your eyes. show some sympathy for god sake

    • @aawillma
      @aawillma Рік тому +37

      Horrific stuff like that used to happen a lot. One of my great great grandmas was pregnant over 23 times. She had at least 3 miscarriages, 2 still births, 5 babies die before the age of 2, and a daughter who died of an illness at age 5 (the only child who died that my great grandma knew the name of.) Of the 13 children who survived to adulthood, she outlived 10 of them. A daughter who drowned in a lake at age 20, a son who got struck by lightning at 19, a son who deployed to Normandy at age 27 and was killed to friendly fire just a week after d-day, a son who got ran over by a tractor at age 23, a daughter who died in childbirth and so on. She was pregnant almost constantly from age 16 into her 30s and loved so so many babies and buried almost all of them. She outlived 3 of her own sons who died of old age! Life used to be really different.

    • @Daemonarch2k6
      @Daemonarch2k6 Рік тому

      @@gunofdiamonds don't be surprised if you wake up in hell eventually. You are an incredible bad person

    • @unapologetically__me
      @unapologetically__me Рік тому

      @Sage Nero yes because letting your kid go to a game is a reason for their death. please get your head outta your ass bro. idc what you gotta say atp. why tf you here if you gonna victim blame? that’s literally so disgusting.

    • @unapologetically__me
      @unapologetically__me Рік тому +25

      @@aawillma and this is something i completely understand, but to victim blame? it really doesn’t sit right with me no matter what time we in. it’s absolutely disgusting and disrespectful. i genuinely appreciate you putting your input in a respectful way because nobody deserves that type of death no matter how it happened.

  • @philball4451
    @philball4451 Рік тому +19

    John you are an absolutely awesome human being. Not only do you tell the best strange, dark and mysterious stories online but you also give back to society through the Mr. Ballen Foundation. Keep doing what you do legend and may your life be completely blessed with abundance and happiness.

  • @jamesskinner4944
    @jamesskinner4944 Рік тому +22

    I love you man. I knew you had something good and powerful the first time I heard you tell a story. And knowing that you are giving out 100% of the donations you bring in just seals it for me. This planet needs many more good souls such as yourself. I enjoy your story telling and pray your blessings keep getting better and better. Your a hero and you are super man❤

  • @BlueAvocado-rt1qn
    @BlueAvocado-rt1qn Рік тому +7965

    Who else is excited that Mr. Ballen is bringing back the “Places that you can’t go” series?! 🙌

    • @lymmea
      @lymmea Рік тому +122

      It's my favorite series!

    • @Galbereth
      @Galbereth Рік тому +23

      Yep!!

    • @Poppins242
      @Poppins242 Рік тому +35

      So excited these are my favourite ❤️

    • @bcz3548
      @bcz3548 Рік тому +32

      Yes!!! Was so happy to see it come up!! Happy he started his paranomal stories again too.

    • @cryptidfaerie4107
      @cryptidfaerie4107 Рік тому +35

      it’s what got me hooked in the first place! so excited it’s back. I understand needing to find more content though!

  • @WARVIATION
    @WARVIATION Рік тому +2875

    The Glass Factory Story was a terrible tragedy, imagine seeing your son falling from the beam into a lava pit and you can't do anything to save him

    • @WARVIATION
      @WARVIATION Рік тому +116

      @Hunter Vonnegut but think about the father's perspective

    • @1mic371
      @1mic371 Рік тому +265

      @Hunter Vonnegut what??

    • @WARVIATION
      @WARVIATION Рік тому +152

      @@1mic371 idk he's heartless i guess

    • @mariaxo3588
      @mariaxo3588 Рік тому +87

      It’s also crazy to know nobody in the stands noticed what was going on. Crazy. What a horrible way to go.

    • @biglemon204
      @biglemon204 Рік тому +45

      Imagine watching this story and thinking people fell into a lava pit.

  • @sherrihelm4692
    @sherrihelm4692 Рік тому +10

    Dave's story was the 1st one that I heard. That's a wonderful thing to have helped him financially. Glad you plan to help others too and that you've already helped the Uvalde' families. ❤️

  • @user-bf7ff3bx9o
    @user-bf7ff3bx9o 9 місяців тому +5

    Hello,
    I am always amazed to see how an honorable and good hearted person you are!
    Your stories are captivating and very interesting to listen to.
    I do thousands of hours of volunteering a year to help people in need (I am a medical first responder), but unfortunately, that doesn't bring any money. So to see you raise all this money to help victims, it really warms my heart!
    Thank you for being you.
    Sylvie (from Canada)

  • @nikkib8811
    @nikkib8811 Рік тому +234

    These were all very sad and disturbing. I once rang an ambulance because I heard a neighbour making distressed sounds that went on and on and I couldn't get any answer. She finally answered the door to the paramedics. I didn't see her for several days, but she then came to thank me and explained that she'd been having a mental health crisis. It's better to get involved and be wrong, than do nothing I think, but that's always easy to say with hindsight.

    • @andrewhall7176
      @andrewhall7176 11 місяців тому

      Yeah, that's true. Unfortunately hindsight is 20/20.

    • @nikkib8811
      @nikkib8811 11 місяців тому +1

      @@andrewhall7176 Yeah, sadly none of us have crystal balls.

  • @BeeKee404
    @BeeKee404 Рік тому +574

    #3-Man I feel so bad for Ronald. He was going through a dark and depressive time in his life and just when he was finally ready to move on, he had to suffer a horrifying end like that!
    #2-I can't even imagine how the father felt watching his son suffer a fate like that! My heart goes out to him and all the other family members of the deceased. People, please when you are told to not do something because it's dangerous, LISTEN! This is stuff you learn as children!
    #3-Oh God. Another truly horrifying death. I don't even know what else to say. Having to spend your final moments trapped in human waste where the last thing you smell and feel is human feces is something I would not wish on any pure good soul. None of these deaths are.

    • @sly369
      @sly369 Рік тому +15

      Sad but well said...

    • @deprest5555
      @deprest5555 Рік тому +40

      yeah #2 had me fucking horrified, visualizing that was a nightmare

    • @encycl07pedia-
      @encycl07pedia- Рік тому +1

      Where's #1?

    • @BeeKee404
      @BeeKee404 Рік тому +2

      @@encycl07pedia- Sorry. The bottom one was meant to be #1.

    • @catherinespark
      @catherinespark Рік тому +17

      “This is stuff you learn as children!” Yes! And that’s the trouble - some people grow up and think ‘Those were rules made by adults for children, and I’m not a child under anyone else’s control anymore - I’m above that! Rules are patronising!’ Which of course totally misses the point of said rules.

  • @knifeturtle
    @knifeturtle Рік тому +10

    mr ballen foundation is incredible, i'm so unbelievably proud of this community

  • @danielleterry6642
    @danielleterry6642 4 місяці тому +2

    This is absolutely wonderful. I have been following you for years and I love that you support members of the community that need help. You are a real treasure and we are all lucky to have you. So nice that we are given the opportunity to be able to give back. Cheers!

  • @MontycelA
    @MontycelA Рік тому +336

    I’ve been a subscriber of yours for a very long time, and watching you grow from a small true crime storyteller to a charity organizer has got to be one of the most amazing things I’ve seen. You’re an inspiration and we’re all very grateful to you for everything you’ve done! Have a good day Mr. Ballen.

  • @susaneichelberger4770
    @susaneichelberger4770 Рік тому +1637

    Dear John
    I wrote you a comment almost 2 years ago. I told you how my husband and I loved to listen to your stories together. He got sick and was in the hospital and your stories kept him happy while there until he died of malpractice. After listening to your stories helped me keep going and made the days a little better. Well its been 2.5 years since then and almost 2 years since I wrote you. I just wanted to tell you I still find great comfort in your stories here and on the podcast. I just wanted to say Thank you again. Things are still hard as I miss my Mark more than anything but I still listen almost daily to you and find that you make hard tasks easier to do just by providing some great entertainment. All the comments on the post I made really lifted me up at the time and I just really want you to know how much I appreciate you and your wonderful fans. I am so impressed by how big your platform has become and how generously you give back to the world. Thank you again and I am doing so much better since the last I wrote. You really did help me a lot and you will gave my gratitude always. Take care and hug your wife extra hard😊

    • @SilverMist0121
      @SilverMist0121 Рік тому +32

      @MrBallen

    • @charliecollier5210
      @charliecollier5210 Рік тому +57

      Damn, sorry for your loss sending hugs

    • @sandrarangel4272
      @sandrarangel4272 Рік тому +42

      I'm so sorry for your loss. My sweet momma passed away unexpectedly from malpractice. My poor momma, it wasn't her time to go. It was the stupid doctors fault, all I have to say. 💔😭🕊

    • @HemorrhoidCream
      @HemorrhoidCream Рік тому +30

      Stay strong, you've got this. I was 12 when my dad died from a pulmonary embolism.
      11 years, and still it hurts.

    • @RichardVSmall
      @RichardVSmall Рік тому +18

      He died of malpractice? How? Are you making a claim against the hospital?

  • @saskuerox
    @saskuerox Рік тому +9

    Mr.Ballen is amazing. Not only is he great story teller, he helps victims

  • @roxannaramon8756
    @roxannaramon8756 Рік тому +6

    I just have to say, you’re super Amazing for all that you’re doing to give back to different communities, families, and yet finding time to keep up with all your “Mr. Ballen Fans.” Continuously a true inspiration and hero. ❤ thank you for sharing yourself and your stories with us. 😊❤

  • @rachelc.5298
    @rachelc.5298 Рік тому +201

    So many people don’t realize just how much charity donations go to overhead and in many cases misuse of funds. Huge respect to Mr.Ballen for being up front as well donating 100%. That’s impressive. A great way to have a direct impact and know where your money is going. Thank you.

    • @MrBallen
      @MrBallen  Рік тому +24

      Thank you 🙏

    • @eclipse8321
      @eclipse8321 Рік тому

      How can we be so sure that the money is completely being used for the good cause?

    • @rachelc.5298
      @rachelc.5298 Рік тому +13

      @@eclipse8321 because charities are required by law to provide annual financial statements that layout exactly where all the money goes.

    • @angiesargent4233
      @angiesargent4233 Рік тому +8

      ​@@eclipse8321 because mrballen is a good man. I can tell the tell the fake ones from the good ones

    • @q12aw50
      @q12aw50 Рік тому +1

      @@angiesargent4233 wow you must be the messiah

  • @Emma88178
    @Emma88178 Рік тому +669

    Monica was truly a one of a kind Mayor and human being. It’s so tragic what happened to her.

    • @patrickklouman8152
      @patrickklouman8152 Рік тому +3

      Truly!

    • @luvyatubers
      @luvyatubers Рік тому +43

      She sounds amazing and I can't help but wonder if she did not fall. What political leader wants to follow her example of getting down and dirty with the commoners? She was making their power look bad

    • @MJ-fj9yv
      @MJ-fj9yv Рік тому +6

      @@luvyatubersyep, it was an obvious conspiracy. She couldn’t possibly make a mistake.

    • @luvyatubers
      @luvyatubers Рік тому +1

      @@MJ-fj9yv she could have but I'd have to see the poo plant. Surely it has a safety rail

    • @MJ-fj9yv
      @MJ-fj9yv Рік тому +16

      @@luvyatubers surely she bent over or under the railing to get the reading. Surely the plant had a two person rule to be around the vats, so if one takes a spill the other gets help. Surely it was a conspiracy, the killers clearly followed her to the plant and snuck up on her just as the right moment without making any sound.
      Or unfortunately bad things happen to good people.

  • @jflo7674
    @jflo7674 5 місяців тому +4

    Mr Ballen isn't only a great story teller but also a philanthropist. Keep up the good work mister. 😊❤

  • @mmre2731
    @mmre2731 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for having a foundation for helping these people.

  • @lostcanadian5121
    @lostcanadian5121 Рік тому +426

    Shout out to everybody who donated to the sky diving instructor, I’m sure he’s extremely grateful for such an amazing community. Thank you everyone and Mr Ballen as well for organizing this foundation, you’re doing Gods work. I’m a victim of a violent crime so this foundation hits home for me and everything it stands for. God bless you all 🙏❤

    • @b-dub6865
      @b-dub6865 Рік тому +6

      I know! It’s incredible. By the way, Dave is not a pilot - he was a Skydive instructor. 😉

    • @eleghamtv7148
      @eleghamtv7148 Рік тому

      Pls can I ask u a question?

    • @eleghamtv7148
      @eleghamtv7148 Рік тому +1

      Pls can I ask u a question?

    • @lostcanadian5121
      @lostcanadian5121 Рік тому +2

      @@b-dub6865 oops idk where I got pilot from you’re right

    • @lostcanadian5121
      @lostcanadian5121 Рік тому +1

      @@eleghamtv7148 and yea of course! I can Ask anything

  • @pookiebearandhercatslovepo2385
    @pookiebearandhercatslovepo2385 Рік тому +232

    So I've been around since you started here.. I can't even imagine how shocked you still are that this hobby became a full career and company along with an entire charity organization where you're able to help so many people!♡ that's just incredible! I don't know of anyone else that became successful here that decided to start a huge organization to help others without receiving any profit.. like that's unheard of! And I'm proud to be apart of that!♡

    • @erikasundlie305
      @erikasundlie305 Рік тому +3

      ❤️❤️❤️same! Agreed!

    • @Late_to_the_party
      @Late_to_the_party Рік тому +1

      You're comment is very underated with likes and comments. I agree with you 💯

  • @m.e.kitson2188
    @m.e.kitson2188 8 місяців тому

    Its amazing what you do for those in need ..such a blessing in life to be able to help others ...

  • @aidenspokemonmadness820
    @aidenspokemonmadness820 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow, thank god for your foundation! It warms my heart to see people rally around people who truly need it, and the fact that 100% of the profits go straight to these people in need is phenomenal! I will join this cause today, thank you for your kindness!❤

  • @Appellonia
    @Appellonia Рік тому +80

    Wow..the first story is exactly what happened to the poor lady who went to her vacation house that her and her ex husband had shared. I believe she was going one last time before they sold it and could divide the money for the property and was initially supposed to go with some friends but they had all backed out on her, so she went alont and she got locked in the water closet. This same thing happened to her, which I also learned on your channel so thank you. MAN.....this kind of crazy stuff TERRIFIES ME!!

    • @MollyPrewittWeasley
      @MollyPrewittWeasley Рік тому +20

      Thank you, I was having serious déjà vu listening to this.

    • @nova_zar
      @nova_zar Рік тому +11

      It's bizarre how similar those stories are

    • @roach6992
      @roach6992 Рік тому

      @@nova_zar yeah cuz theyre all fake

    • @sanna8431
      @sanna8431 Рік тому

      @@roach6992 hi! Are you sure they are fake? Im dissapointed if they are.

    • @rlawrence9838
      @rlawrence9838 Рік тому +1

      We should always check the circumstances of our physical surroundings, like whether a door handle of a confined space is in good working order etc, at least that is something I'm more likely to think about because of watching Mr Ballen.

  • @nettyz833
    @nettyz833 Рік тому +348

    Poor Ronald .. what a horrific way to die! I can’t imagine what he must have been thinking and feeling for a week straight in that little closet :( it sucks that the neighbor and police didn’t get there in time to save him

    • @WolfDreamer101
      @WolfDreamer101 Рік тому +45

      I know! I can’t believe the neighbor didn’t call police sooner, after hearing all those unusual loud noises

    • @airsoftdude36
      @airsoftdude36 Рік тому +4

      Why would he be standing in a 2ft deep closet to begin with?

    • @sakuramochi5610
      @sakuramochi5610 Рік тому +38

      @@airsoftdude36 Did you even watch the video

    • @Copboy427Livestream
      @Copboy427Livestream Рік тому +2

      ​@@airsoftdude36 He did it to get ride of his ex's stuff. TBH I have done it in my old house as it was a walk in closet. But they are death traps.

    • @richardbracey6484
      @richardbracey6484 Рік тому +2

      How can someone be so weak they can't break a closet door?

  • @lizevanjaarsveld3494
    @lizevanjaarsveld3494 11 місяців тому

    I cry whenever you speak about the MRr Ballen Foundation. Seriously, what you guys do is truly good and pure. I hope yur actions and efforts spread the spirit of giving and community.
    I am literally at work BALLEN my eyes out

  • @samston
    @samston 5 місяців тому +1

    I was so bored and stressed out at work, but I watched your videos and enjoyed my evening.

  • @deprofundis3293
    @deprofundis3293 Рік тому +278

    I love and missed this series! Really appreciate having not just 1 but 3 stories like we used to. I'd heard of the 2nd one, but as always, your storytelling and perspective made it much more engaging. So sad for all of the people killed or burned in that incident, but I especially feel bad for #1 and #3; such horrible and lonely ways to die. Thank you for sharing, and I do feel like it honors their memories to do so. Also a good lesson to us all to notify police immediately if we hear unusual noises from a neighbor's place!!

    • @rukus9585
      @rukus9585 Рік тому

      @@georgiypotulov23 exactly! Bingo

    • @deprofundis3293
      @deprofundis3293 Рік тому +1

      @@georgiypotulov23 It does seem weird, but things do happen...especially if he was shifting something, which caused the outer wardrobe to shift, assuming it was unbalanced. I tried looking the case up and wasn't able to find many details (in fact most sources were even more muddled). I hope the police did actually investigate thoroughly, just in case it was foul play.

  • @b-dub6865
    @b-dub6865 Рік тому +206

    I’ve heard the 2nd story before, but the way you told it is beyond compare. You make the story more personal as you present it from a victim’s POV & make us feel like we’re in the story, experiencing everything they felt. It’s incredible! Thank you, Mr. Ballen! 😊

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 Рік тому +8

      I heard it on Fascinating Horror, but his approach is more on the details of what happened, though he does honor the victims.

    • @b-dub6865
      @b-dub6865 Рік тому +3

      @@maryeckel9682 That’s where I heard it too. Fascinating Horror does focus more on facts & provided additional details, but I like Ballen’s approach. It felt more human & made you feel for those boys, the father, & the other victims. They all have a story & thankfully, we have people like Ballen to share some of them.😊

    • @Wonderlikechild
      @Wonderlikechild Рік тому +2

      @@b-dub6865 I saw the FH video before this one as well... and even if there were more details in that video, I 100% learned/absorbed more from MrBallen's video due to how captivated I was in his storytelling. Whereas the monotonous voice of FH narrator and way he delivers it more like a lecture than a story causes me to kinda space out at parts.

    • @ivechang6720
      @ivechang6720 Рік тому +2

      I guess I am the odd person out as usual. I love how FH highlights the points of failure that lead to the tragedies. How regulations, rules, common sense and sound practices combine for our safety. Hopefully before not _after_ lives are lost. Love knows how often I fail in one area (edit) or another, as most of us do. I think it's a healthier approach than just blaming the people who suffered the consequences.

    • @b-dub6865
      @b-dub6865 Рік тому +2

      @@ivechang6720 Oh, I agree with you! I still love FH & have been a fan since he first started. He does his homework & he’s so thorough & provides a complete layout of the incident. I was just saying how much I appreciate Ballen’s approach to this story. It’s different. Altho, I wish FH would expand his storytelling topics like in the beginning. Lately, his stories have been similar - a catastrophic fire & significant loss of life due to poor design, a structure/bridge collapse due to poor design, etc. Sometimes it feels like it should be called Poor Design Horror. Ha. Regardless, I still tune in every Tuesday.😊

  • @El-fy6bf
    @El-fy6bf 4 місяці тому +2

    That door knocking sync with sound in the first story is just perfect 1:42

  • @jus10lewissr
    @jus10lewissr 10 місяців тому +70

    The first story made me feel so suffocated and claustrophobic that I had to take a break before watching the second one; It takes a good storyteller to create that type or level of reality within your imagination.

    • @Plaksa2004
      @Plaksa2004 5 місяців тому +5

      there was exactly the same story about a woman in a closet in a bungalo. She got stuck in the closet with the door broken and she damaged the water tank. Like exactly the same story(

    • @kierstenmccree3493
      @kierstenmccree3493 5 місяців тому

      ​@@Plaksa2004Yes❗She gave up as she was about to break through a huge portrait and be free😥

  • @ZoZoZoeee
    @ZoZoZoeee Рік тому +954

    Ronald's story sounds so similar to another story you've covered where a lady got trapped inside a closet, where she then used a pipe to try to get out but the pipe led to a water source. it's such a bizarre and tragic way to go that it's insane that it has happened twice. or even more? i feel like i have to strap my phone to my thigh or something to prevent this from ever happening to me lol

    • @DKCGamerGirl
      @DKCGamerGirl Рік тому +89

      Thank you! Knew that one sounded really familiar but couldn't remember if it was via MrBallen or somewhere else I heard it.

    • @mythogenesis4788
      @mythogenesis4788 Рік тому +112

      When I heard about the “Flooded bungalow with scraping noises,” I immediately thought this was a reupload of that story.

    • @0dayExploit
      @0dayExploit Рік тому +57

      As soon as he said the guy got trapped in the closet and could only stand I thought the same thing. Then he said Ronald reached for a pipe and I thought I was having some deja vu or something

    • @rachelstratman1405
      @rachelstratman1405 Рік тому +47

      That lady's name was Isherwood & it happened in a vacation bungalow she owned. Very sad.....scares me from traveling alone, where no one would be coming to check on me.....

    • @UnderCurrentAtlanta
      @UnderCurrentAtlanta Рік тому +4

      I thought I'd heard that story before also.

  • @philfry5550
    @philfry5550 Рік тому +209

    The first story reminds me of another story you told once about an older woman who accidentally got locked in a utility closet in her home and couldn't find her way out and died. She had tried breaking through the wall twice, but unluckily picked spots with something on the other side and couldn't get through.

    • @valleyoclarity7635
      @valleyoclarity7635 Рік тому +15

      yes I remembered that story too, the exact same thing happened to her when she broke off a pipe to use as a tool, but both people ended up dying of exposure from the cold water trapped in a pitch black closet. now one of my fears is to be trapped like that somewhere in my house

    • @harlowjademermaid1882
      @harlowjademermaid1882 Рік тому +2

      Yes! I just wrote this in a comment above. What a terrible way to go.

    • @designsbyisaac
      @designsbyisaac Рік тому +5

      mr. ballen actually covered this exact story a while ago too

    • @MaryNAdam
      @MaryNAdam Рік тому +1

      That is what i thought, makes me think this story about Ronald isn't real.

    • @rhylpancakesph
      @rhylpancakesph Рік тому

      the woman have many cats

  • @JAYZWRLD
    @JAYZWRLD Рік тому +35

    Let’s all appreciate this man telling such a story inside an abandoned house

    • @debbieprovenson601
      @debbieprovenson601 Рік тому +4

      He uses a green screen as his backdrop. That's why the background always suits the story.

    • @JAYZWRLD
      @JAYZWRLD Рік тому +14

      @@debbieprovenson601 that was the joke lol

    • @debbieprovenson601
      @debbieprovenson601 Рік тому +4

      Ahhh. A lot of people really do think he's doing his videos in different locations. They've even asked him which forest and other locations he is in.

    • @ronnyreagan9320
      @ronnyreagan9320 Рік тому

      Heh

    • @justokayemilay6029
      @justokayemilay6029 5 місяців тому

      I've asked what the background images are before. Recently it was the his UA-cam podcast of The Sleuth. The coastal pics were gorgeous and I couldn't find a description. I searched the image and eventually discovered it's the Wooli Wooli river in New South Wales

  • @kaylesanders3386
    @kaylesanders3386 Місяць тому +1

    All I know is that the MrBallen foundation ROCKS! IT IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND SELFLESS THING I HAVE EVER HEARD OF!

  • @skylerwhite3427
    @skylerwhite3427 Рік тому +45

    You are the only person i've ever witnessed on UA-cam to receive nothing but love and adoration in the comment section. I've been watching you for years now and I've never once read a bad comment. Also, you are still an american hero to this day for raising all the money you do to help people. You deserve all the success coming your way in the near future and i'm sure we'll see you on the tv screen one day soon if that's something that interests you.

    • @skylerwhite3427
      @skylerwhite3427 Рік тому

      @@phenomenal7323 lol im sorry i dont get the reference

    • @phenomenal7323
      @phenomenal7323 Рік тому

      @@skylerwhite3427 just being silly and bored 🤭🥴

    • @libradawg9
      @libradawg9 Рік тому

      Well I don't like him!!
      Lol kidding, he's by far my favorite personality on youtube.

    • @aa.mirezZ
      @aa.mirezZ Рік тому +1

      Not to mention a war veteran who served in Iraq. The guy is all around amazing, and he’s so humble and down to earth.

    • @buffyk-952
      @buffyk-952 Рік тому

      The only complaint you'll see is that he went from posting 3 - 4 times a week to once a week. I love him telling the 411 stories.

  • @kayla1245768
    @kayla1245768 Рік тому +148

    Now this is classic mrballen! So stoked you brought this series back! Maybe we’ll get a “top 3 pics with disturbing back stories” soon??!!

    • @SomeDude-oq6oq
      @SomeDude-oq6oq Рік тому +10

      Maybe we’ll send the like button to bells canyon again.

  • @Viraie
    @Viraie Рік тому +7

    I got so horrified about the events in Story 2. I had heard of the event before on Fascinating Horror's channel, but I must have forgotten or slept through that last part.
    I thought I knew the story, but I didn't. Well done, MrBallen.

  • @kaydenskyy
    @kaydenskyy 10 місяців тому

    I never leave comments I'm more of a silent fan. Since I've been watching your videos and listening to your podcast I've been consumed by all of it. And when I watched this video and at the end you talked about the Mrballen Foundation for victims of violent crimes and there families I was absolutely overwhelmed with respect for you more than I already had. I am I lesbian and am involved in the LGBTQ+ Community and when the Pulse Nightclub Shooting happened 49 brave souls lost their lives. It hit home because Chattanooga TN lost 5 of there native people who were in Orlando for vacation so this foundation is going to bring the whole world that's been affected by awful and tragic events some hope and maybe some peace and change. So thank you so much for all you do.

  • @jamesancona3590
    @jamesancona3590 Рік тому +371

    That’s so amazing that much money was raised for Dave, and within a week! It’s also so touching that the Mr Ballen foundation gives 100% of the profits away. To think you were able to do all this from being a great storyteller (and obviously a fair businessman). You’re truly doing wonderful things John. Thank you for everything you do.

    • @shawnduddridge
      @shawnduddridge Рік тому +9

      Well honestly if you were a rich guy asking for donations and then keeping some of the money for yourself... id have some serious questions!! But good on him, its how all charities should operate.

    • @scamp744
      @scamp744 Рік тому +3

      At least it wasn't the hot water pipe😵‍💫

    • @robknapp6683
      @robknapp6683 Рік тому +2

      Yes this man is a living legend, I love how genuinely kind and caring that he is, truly a wonderful person and a huge role model we should all strive to be like!! @Mr.Ballen, you are the man, keep up the awesome/ amazing work!!

    • @luvyatubers
      @luvyatubers Рік тому +1

      @@shawnduddridgelots of shady charities w names we all know

    • @vince_gg
      @vince_gg Рік тому

      @@robknapp6683 àaà.pp

  • @nausheen_nishat435
    @nausheen_nishat435 Рік тому +598

    Just listening the glass factory incident left me traumatised. I can't even imagine how it was for the victims, the witnesses and specially the dad watching his own son falling on the flare pit...

    • @a.dchicky645
      @a.dchicky645 Рік тому +25

      Imagine the pain of burning alive tho😟

    • @CodyWhitlock
      @CodyWhitlock Рік тому +19

      I tried googling it because it scared me so much and I can’t find anything that actually says a guy named Thomas fell onto the furnace in-front of his dad. The disaster def happened but Mr. Ballen/ his team did a lot of speculation. 😅

    • @LJ-ey6nw
      @LJ-ey6nw Рік тому +6

      I personally couldn’t finish it- I felt physically sick to my stomach and just could not… an appalling tragedy indeed

    • @HazbinCovenWitch
      @HazbinCovenWitch Рік тому +34

      ​​​​​​@@CodyWhitlock There was 2 victims named Thomas.
      Thomas Pedler age 28; he lived on Stevenson St., and Thomas J. Rippon age 24; who lived on Haight St.
      And there are 2 Charles, one of them was with Thomas Pedler. Charles McMahon age 12; lived on Post St., and Charles Monahan age 31; who lived on Greenwich St.
      This was in the Stanford Magazine.

    • @geodatboy
      @geodatboy Рік тому +24

      The worst part is that most of the victims of this tragedy were children. The youngest of the victims I saw was 9 years old.

  • @aliahmorales8327
    @aliahmorales8327 Рік тому

    It's amazing seeing this channel grow and I am so proud that you went from a small channel to a huge channel that has an amazing fan base but also a great community where we help others in need❤❤❤

  • @Bigbadbuffalo2009
    @Bigbadbuffalo2009 Рік тому +3

    I like how you post like podcast like videos so I don’t need to pay full attention but can still listen to your videos, good job keep the good videos up!

  • @LawNerdClips
    @LawNerdClips Рік тому +57

    “Nobody listened to them” How many tragic events start, Thank you for sharing ❤️🙏

  • @John6298
    @John6298 Рік тому +134

    That was awesome hearing places you can't go and people who went anyway. Please bring back classic style videos? Standalones are good, but the top 3s never disappoint

    • @vinceleaguedwithlove
      @vinceleaguedwithlove Рік тому +8

      Agreed, love the continuation of these classics!

    • @Bajan0taku
      @Bajan0taku Рік тому +5

      Never ever disappoint ❤

    • @EyeCue23
      @EyeCue23 Рік тому +1

      I kind of miss the paranormal stories also

  • @kellybudd9437
    @kellybudd9437 Рік тому

    Iam so glad you are helping victims of crimes my daughter granddaughter and I have been victims the struggling after is very hard mentally physically and financially and emotionally.i have been there and still am 7years later lost everything live in a camper and can never get ahead thank you so much for this Fondation.iam a big fan and watch when I can.thank you again hope u help as many as u can.god bless you.

  • @Lynn-zx3th
    @Lynn-zx3th Рік тому

    Absolutely Amazing what you’re doing with Mr. Ballet Foundation!!

  • @dirtnap8455
    @dirtnap8455 Рік тому +199

    The fact that mr ballen not only tells the best storys on youtube but also that he donates his own hard earned money on people in dire need and promotes others to do so is the reason why i watch his videos . First i was here for entertainment purposes but overtime it grow much more than that i know that our views help support his dreams on helping others in need . Its a win win for me

  • @diaryofarealmom3264
    @diaryofarealmom3264 Рік тому +156

    I donated to Dave because I was told his story. It’s more personable to be able to connect to someone, know their story, and then feel the need to donate. There are so many charities and organizations that constantly have their hands out, that it gets overwhelming. I feel like you should do more interesting stories on people like him, because it’s just human nature to want to know exactly where your donation is going and the good it is doing.

    • @erikasundlie305
      @erikasundlie305 Рік тому +1

      Right. I love that he gives updates of how much and I bet being the one to be able to tell these people that they haven't been forgotten after so long and helping them out is the greatest reward of all. Truly a lot of good he does the world just through storytelling. I love it.

    • @alison5009
      @alison5009 Рік тому +1

      Yes, this is amazing. He’s a hero. Would love to know more about others in need as well!

  • @Nerdy_Melodies
    @Nerdy_Melodies Рік тому +6

    Hey, Mr. Ballen! I just wanted to say that you are very inspirational and I love your content. Yes, the stories frighten me, but in some ways, it's amazing how calm and animated you are with these stories, and you inspired me to write and continue my horror story on Wattpad and Inkitt. I have even thought of making my own channel with horror true stories. My mom introduced your channel to me almost a year ago, and ever since then, I've been HOOKED with these types of stories. Thank you for posting great content and not being fictional and fake like some other story tellers.

    • @tiggyvolts9076
      @tiggyvolts9076 9 місяців тому +1

      You're a writer? That's so cool! I find it hard to come up with original stuff so I'm still doing fanfiction lmao. How do you do it?

    • @Nerdy_Melodies
      @Nerdy_Melodies 9 місяців тому +1

      @@tiggyvolts9076 I'm an aspiring author, but I am making a book. I also used to write fanfiction, and it can be hard to transition between a fanfic and an original story. I suggest finding inspiration from the fandom you typically write about and then make your own characters, settings, and plot. It's okay to gain inspo from a fandom as long as you aren't plagiarizing. For example, my book is a psychological thriller, but I gained inspo from Kubrik's "The Shining" movie because of the story writing for the ghosts and the immense detail used for the lore.

  • @meredithlawson9777
    @meredithlawson9777 10 місяців тому +2

    Mr Ballen, you’re a very special person. I appreciate your storytelling, and your philanthropy is inspiring! You’re a very respectful man, and that’s a rare thing

  • @TheOfficialTarynTots
    @TheOfficialTarynTots Рік тому +51

    These are all such horrific ways to die is an understatement. I covered my mouth in shock as I heard each one. You never know when a freak accident could happen. I'm going through a hard time and hearing that reminds me of how it could be worse and I feel grateful for my life. Thanks for the reminder of how precious life is.

  • @kiaranechelle
    @kiaranechelle Рік тому +3470

    It’s crazy that people decide to “mind their business” at the absolute wrong time! But when a little girl is selling lemonade in her driveway with out a permit, a SWAT team gets called. 🤦🏽‍♀️

    • @MarkCactus59
      @MarkCactus59 Рік тому +92

      Bad lemonade should be a crime.

    • @trawlins396
      @trawlins396 Рік тому +56

      Stop exaggerating. ONE random woman had an issue w the girl selling lemonade. That's literally ONE incident.

    • @trawlins396
      @trawlins396 Рік тому +1

      You sound ridiculous.

    • @arthurhutchinson2755
      @arthurhutchinson2755 Рік тому +198

      @@trawlins396 It's more common than you think.

    • @chasinalice
      @chasinalice Рік тому +11

      ​@@trawlins396 what are you referring to?

  • @serenegoro1529
    @serenegoro1529 8 місяців тому +3

    Am I the only one mesmerised by Mrballen's hand/arm movements & body language while story telling?😮
    It's subconsciously became his Trademark...
    ❤Love from Australia 🇦🇺

    • @nateandtasholiver1371
      @nateandtasholiver1371 8 місяців тому +1

      I love Australia 🇦🇺 AUSSIE POWER ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ 💕 💘 ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ 💕 💘 ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ 💕 💘 ❤️ 😍 💖 ❣️ 💕 💘

  • @tanphifer
    @tanphifer 11 місяців тому

    Love the MrBallen foundation and all your contributions 😢❤ youre such a beautiful soul!

  • @MrBulletpoint
    @MrBulletpoint Рік тому +67

    The first story is so sad. Just goes to show how important it is to be in a community and to be on the look out for each other.

    • @availanila
      @availanila Рік тому +8

      And soft wood doors and furniture.

    • @bentonrp
      @bentonrp Рік тому +4

      Feb 15th 2004. He was depressed and was clearing out his ex's things right after Valentine's Day... :(

  • @joshuarisker5525
    @joshuarisker5525 Рік тому +86

    I'm so glad we're getting some of our old story format back I missed these videos....thank you Mr ballen and family for your charity work y'all are real heros I hope our community can help these victims live a better life!!!god bless you all

  • @sumdouglas3376
    @sumdouglas3376 Рік тому

    Oh I’m so glad you went back to these! I just sent my mum a link to you and she wouldn’t answer my call cos she was in the middle of one of your stories! Lol
    Keep it up Mr.B! And much love to you and your fam xx

  • @user-mz8qd5rd9q
    @user-mz8qd5rd9q 10 місяців тому

    Your foundation is awesome. Thank you so much for doing it! God bless you Mr. Ballen.

  • @reginamachamer821
    @reginamachamer821 Рік тому +323

    The second story might be the most terrifying thing I've ever heard. Especially for Thomas. Knowing he's hanging over that thing that just instantly burnt up and contorted his friend, feeling your muscles giving and your hands slipping, God I can't even imagine. The anticipation would be just as horrible as the death itself.
    Edit: idk actually story 3 is a fcking doozy if I've ever heard one.. I feel so bad for that woman.

    • @justintaft4707
      @justintaft4707 5 місяців тому +16

      don't forget about Thomas' father being there as well, witnessing it..

    • @michaeldoran4367
      @michaeldoran4367 4 місяці тому

      Peenuses dangling down like a rain forest. Hundreds of dangling peenuses. Monkey runs and jumps off a cliff qand grabs a peenus! The monkey swings and jumps from peenus to peenus and goes across the whole forest off flaccid peenuses

  • @AdrianRodriguez-sq7un
    @AdrianRodriguez-sq7un 10 місяців тому

    You are sooo good at telling these stories from the sound effects to the hand movements I’m so intrigued every time. Keep it up. Love your videos!

  • @AmberFarr
    @AmberFarr Рік тому +6

    You’re amazing!! Being from Texas and Uvalde being close to home, this made me love and support you even more! I had no idea you donated to that. This is exactly why you’re mine and my daughters favorite UA-camr!

  • @jamirn1967
    @jamirn1967 Рік тому +331

    What horrible deaths these people suffered. MrBallen you are masterful and so humble. I’m proud that we helped Dave so much! I’m going now to donate to your wonderful foundation. You are the king of not only storytelling but helping others. Bravo! ❤😊

    • @tancart35
      @tancart35 Рік тому

      Y’all this is so awful!

    • @ryansabre
      @ryansabre Рік тому +1

      Let alone our country. #hero

  • @hotryu
    @hotryu Рік тому +180

    Mr Ballen is like a modern day super hero, using his storytelling powers for a noble cause.

    • @benxcell
      @benxcell Рік тому

      @@mr_ballenGiveaway bro ur so fake

    • @scottwall8419
      @scottwall8419 Рік тому +1

      I like his tone and speed he tells the story in but I can't watch him do it. The hand motions are so over the top

    • @jcmorton899
      @jcmorton899 Рік тому +3

      Noble? How?

    • @PainInDiaz483
      @PainInDiaz483 Рік тому +3

      @@jcmorton899 If you watched the whole video, you'll find that he's doing charity work supporting victims of violent crimes.

    • @VadulTharys
      @VadulTharys Рік тому +2

      He was a Seal, and every Seal I have ever known have always been dedicated to helping others. There is something special about those who can do that, and they never stop working to protect others. (yes there are exceptions but they are rare.)

  • @bamahammer949
    @bamahammer949 Місяць тому

    Happy you brought back this series, even though some videos have me losing sleep for day's ❤!

  • @D-me-dream-smp
    @D-me-dream-smp 8 місяців тому +2

    This is such a horrific story- it makes you wonder how callous you have to be to slowly torture a defenceless vulnerable couple without an ounce of feeling or guilt. Poor Carol suffered so much in life and she and Reggie deserved a wonderful retirement together. The fact Carol was still such a kind person after such a difficult life is a true testament to her character. I’m glad they at least has some happy years together. So terrible for her daughter to lose her mother in such a way too.

    • @optimisms
      @optimisms 7 місяців тому +1

      what?

    • @borleyboo5613
      @borleyboo5613 6 місяців тому

      Wrong video. I think you mean the couple who were buried alive by that creature and her boyfriend and some others. She’s now on death row, and a good job too.

  • @devonhealy4553
    @devonhealy4553 Рік тому +103

    I love the "places you can't go" video theme so much, and I'm so happy to see you do one of these again after so long!! Thank you for another set of horrifyingly entertaining stories that will haunt my nightmares!! You are absolutely the best, and I can't get enough of the strange, dark, and mysterious told in story format!! 💗

    • @billierenfro705
      @billierenfro705 Рік тому +3

      Yeah….I think it’s my favorite too! I like all of the different series but these are my favorites.

    • @ianhamilton4360
      @ianhamilton4360 Рік тому +1

      Yeeessss!!!

    • @reversalmushroom
      @reversalmushroom Рік тому

      Yeah, it's to bad if you follow Plainly Difficult, Fascinating Horror, and Scary Interesting, you've already seen all 3 of these stories before. I watch Mr. Ballen for something new.

  • @corawhilsby4724
    @corawhilsby4724 Рік тому +86

    I’ve been watching Mr Ballen since before he hit 1M and he’s the first UA-camr I’ve ever consistently watched. It’s so amazing that he uses his platform to help people and make a difference, the world needs more people like him. This is such a lovely community to be apart of, thank you for all you do. ❤

  • @kellyjensen2745
    @kellyjensen2745 Рік тому

    My favorite stories. Keep em coming John. We love your content!

  • @stefankenson9782
    @stefankenson9782 10 місяців тому

    Can’t tell you how pleased I am to have discovered your channel. It’s brilliant.
    Thankyou !!!!!

  • @rewatteefroimchuk8589
    @rewatteefroimchuk8589 Рік тому +126

    I got goosebumps when he said 100% goes to the people they help. Way to go!
    Thank you to all those who donated.

    • @awolf2753
      @awolf2753 Рік тому +1

      Highly doubtful. Every single non for profit claims just the same. But I am surr ballens family will appreciate the cash.

  • @Ena48145
    @Ena48145 Рік тому +71

    I was just telling my mom the story about the mayor the other night!! She was born in the late 1950s and has lived an hour or so away for her entire life. She had never heard of this story before. Such an incredibly sad and horrific way to go. I've only ever heard one blurb about her death before so thank you for retelling Monica's story in a way that celebrates the person she was.

    • @chaddfrancis2179
      @chaddfrancis2179 Рік тому +2

      Why do bad things happen to good people?😔

    • @Ena48145
      @Ena48145 Рік тому +1

      ​@Chadd Francis I wish I knew. It breaks my heart

  • @laurashong4319
    @laurashong4319 Місяць тому

    Enough!! I stay up all night listening to you and then I’m exhausted all day!! That’s how good you are.

  • @SophimusPrime
    @SophimusPrime Рік тому +55

    The first story reminds me of the one you told about that poor lady who accidentally went into the airing cupboard in her little holiday bungalow and couldn't get out. Mary, I think her name was. Can't even begin to imagine the fright her and Ronald felt while they were trapped. Carried on fighting til the very end. So sad.

  • @carolegeorge1604
    @carolegeorge1604 Рік тому +186

    I'm a 62 year old from England, and I would just like to say what a fantastic story telller you are. You put such effort into your stories. I love watching them. Maybe you should start writing books. It's great to see that you have made success with your UA-cam and Podcasts. At least you have created your own unique ideas and put them out there. I love your facial expressions, you're a treasure. Keep up the good work.

  • @JustAnAverageWoman69
    @JustAnAverageWoman69 10 місяців тому +1

    Poor, poor Ronald. I'm speechless! 😢

  • @TheJcmc15
    @TheJcmc15 9 місяців тому

    Love your videos man, but your work with your foundation is something truly special. Thank you

  • @JohnDoeRando
    @JohnDoeRando Рік тому +162

    The temperature on the glass furnace surface isn't easy for most people to think of. I built a gas forge for blacksmithing and it "only" gets up to about 2900 degrees when running full blast. I've had my hand too close to the mouth of it and it's a burn enough to send chills throughout my body. Mind bogglingly hot.

    • @frequencyprovision4195
      @frequencyprovision4195 Рік тому +8

      I’m a Sunsmither, basically I smith a variety of structures that can channel natural heat such as Volcanoes. Try multiplying that 3x and you see what I have to deal with every day. Nothings hotter than my job.

    • @Blacchogg
      @Blacchogg Рік тому +15

      @@frequencyprovision4195 Ok that’s not a flex sir.. calm down

    • @Pablosplace
      @Pablosplace Рік тому +15

      ​@@frequencyprovision4195 Stripping is hotter bro.

    • @uss-dh7909
      @uss-dh7909 Рік тому +3

      Yall are makin me sweat...

    • @HighwayDrive717
      @HighwayDrive717 Рік тому +1

      @@uss-dh7909 I'll make you sweet

  • @chrisMP1126
    @chrisMP1126 Рік тому +175

    I just have to say you are such a positive influence in the UA-cam community! The fact that you use the platform and the millions of followers you've built up to do some good for those in need is incredible....you're truly an amazing individual and an incredible human being. Thank you for all you do and keep spreading the positivity, bc the world needs it

    • @Nahmate1337
      @Nahmate1337 Рік тому

      No

    • @drelocs2878
      @drelocs2878 Рік тому +1

      This is facts. The way he not only told the story of the guy who saved that woman’s life from the plane jumping but also include his Current condition and how we could contribute was nothing short of a Class Act especially since he was one of the first to donate. Class act indeed.

    • @rekyu3d541
      @rekyu3d541 Рік тому +2

      seconded! creators like Mr B and Markiplier who refuse to partake in drama and other crap and just stick to what they care about need to TAKE OVER THE PLATFORM!

    • @LittleNed2004
      @LittleNed2004 Рік тому

      Seconded again. Hear hear!!

  • @catherineshoemaker9106
    @catherineshoemaker9106 Рік тому

    You are amazing Sir... I salute you.
    Thank you. Your foundation will help so many people in need

  • @jacobcornatzer7158
    @jacobcornatzer7158 Рік тому

    First charity that i have ever heard of that donates all 100%. Very very rare and hearing that was my favorite part of the video. I love your videos and what you are doing to help outside of them! Thank you for everything you do

  • @Lucky_2847
    @Lucky_2847 Рік тому +304

    He has gotten good at closing the video. His consistency is unmatched. And his cause is so just. We need more people like John in the world.

    • @cheapskatepanic
      @cheapskatepanic Рік тому +1

      Yes! I'm so happy for all his success. He deserves it. He needs his own show.

    • @pippa3150
      @pippa3150 Рік тому +7

      Please report spammers^^^^^

    • @Kidderrgaming
      @Kidderrgaming Рік тому +1

      Was coming down to say the same. I have always loved his content because he is so genuine; just such a good dude.

    • @capstone6045
      @capstone6045 Рік тому

      @@pippa3150 it usually does absolutely no good but ya gotta try. I see him here all the time

    • @jasonjuneau
      @jasonjuneau Рік тому

      @@pippa3150 Reported already

  • @LukemanO8
    @LukemanO8 Рік тому +256

    I love how you go from dark and mysterious stories straight into enthusiastic sponsors. Gotta love the emotional whiplash

    • @djm24able
      @djm24able Рік тому

      Yaaaaaasss snap my neck harder mr ballen PLEASE!

    • @davidberger8420
      @davidberger8420 Рік тому

      You watched the wrong video.

    • @LukemanO8
      @LukemanO8 Рік тому

      @@davidberger8420 I'm talking about most videos, but still I guess not this won, oh well

    • @djm24able
      @djm24able Рік тому +1

      @@davidberger8420 😂😂😂

    • @davidberger8420
      @davidberger8420 Рік тому

      @@LukemanO8 👍