It wasn't just a single story, it was the 3-5 uploads a week! MrBallen's upload rate used to be unmatched.

The way those two are just locked in is a perfect example of why we love Mr.Ballen. he is absolutely captivating

Mr Ballen is the guy you go to for some scary, mysterious stories. The way he tells the stories is very soothing and very detailed. Its very much like sitting around a campfire and someone telling a story that sucks you in.

Isn't it funny how a person can just fall into something that they never would have thought would be their strength. Storytelling really isn't easy. Holding someone's attention while you just tell them a story is rarely done well. He's just brilliant at it, and he's accurate. He doesn't embellish things, he just tells the truth of what happened. What a wonderful successful job to have. I wish I could do it!

I chanced upon one of his videos. It was very dark and compelling. I got hooked and binged his channel. I can vouch that he's a very good story teller.

The best storyteller on youtube no one comes close, long live Mr Ballen

He's such a good story teller, these two guys were just captivated and mesmerized

Dude, fellow Army dude. It’s your talent and demeanor that makes people watch you. I can listen to stories from anyone. Even back when you started. Cut yourself some slack. I don’t see a soldier, I see a guy that is an excellent storyteller

This success couldn't have happened to a more deserving person.... Well deserved Mr.Ballen 👏🏾👏🏾

It's amazing that Jon took a simple folder marked "Unsolved Mysteries" with a single idea for one story and turned it into an empire. His story telling skills, perspective and likeability is undeniably off the charts! He makes you feel like he's a close friend who is just passionately telling you a story. He easily pulls you right in! *We cannot get enough MrBallen!*

Mr. Ballen is such an amazing storyteller, I can listen to him for hours. He has a wonderful talent. When I lived in rural VA, they would actually have professional storytellers at some of the tourist sites and they would tell stories to the visitors. Mr. Ballen is up there with the best of them.

It was that TikTok that started my journey with Mr Ballen, as a lonely Security Guard during the pandemic. I’d look forward every weekend to walk the halls, listening to the latest Mr Ballen. The radio-activity was allegedly found to be from a lamp they used, broken from the Ice Shelf falling.

I found MrBallen from my dad, my dad watched all of his videos, when he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, I would go see him in the hospital and he was still watching MrBallen videos on his phone.

never cared about or paid attention to story telling style videos until i stumbled upon Mr Ballen. he's not just a really good storyteller but the stories he chooses to cover are absolutely wild and captivating. i'm happy for him that he found so much success doing something he loves to do.

It doesn't hurt that he comes across as such a genuine dude. Even in this segment of your interview, John seems like the kind of guy who anyone could be comfortable around. With all the hyper aggressive personalities online right now, his laid back demeanor (unless he's talking about good ole Lungey) is a breath of fresh air

I started watching him when he had about 7500 subscribers….I loved his multiple uploads a week but he now has so much going on. He is truly the best story teller online. He is amazing.

MrBallen got me through the pandemic, for whatever reason about mid-end of 2020 his stories would pop up on my homepage and I kept avoiding them and then eventually I clicked on it and was hooked.

Mr Ballen is a legend! Absolutely love his videos, could binge watch for hours on end

Mr ballen seems to be one of those rare guys who havent been changed by success and to have genuin good intentions in what they do and passion for what they do Please never change mr ballen

I remember your first KZfaq story. I do not believe anyone who listened paid any attention to the wall or the lawnmower, just your story. I was hooked because of the way you told your story. From the earliest of mankind’s days, there was always that one person, man or woman, that could tell a good story , while everyone was gathered around a toasty fire. Thank you Mr. Ballen.

Im so happy Mr.Ballen is succesfull and wish him the best and never thought that he faced such toxicity from navy seals.

His personal ghost story was when I started watching Mr BALLEN ❤

The story he's referring to that was shot in a yellow room, his very first story is worth listening to. The fact its unedited, and he's not reciting from a script, gives it a level of authenticity that other story tellers lack. Once you listen to that story, you're left wanting more.

Greatest storyteller on KZfaq

He really does possess a gift for story telling.

even the way he tells a story about how he told a story is great. he really has a natural ability to just catch your attention

Found Mr.Ballen long time ago by accident...loved it. His intro music is cool and also that he's prior military like me and interested in the paranormal and mysterious. Should listen to his own personal paranormal experience

MrBallen is the man! Never a dull moment in any of his stories. I'm still wondering if anyone knows the way to Bell's Canyon!

The Dyatlov pass story is incredibly scary. I find it comical how some “experts” claim they have solved the mystery. No one can say they solved anything about this case.

Mr ballen is the best one ever, great storyteller, an amazing dad, such a sweet person

I was born in Soviet Union and occasionally saw military training (bomb tracing without explosives, bombers) happening quite close to farmland. My theory is an avalanche was created by a dirty bomb test.

I found Mr. Ballen from solely KZfaq, and since I've never used TikTok, it came from me simply wanting to hear scary or creepy stories. Man can really tell a story in such an interesting way and clearly the KZfaq audience agrees with me.

I literally have been watching you forever I remember when you only had like 150k! I’m so proud! I literally told every friend and family about your stories

He has so many interesting stories to tell and he does it really well. You can tell he’s a natural

Protect this man at all cost, like he protected so many others. He is GOLD. Mr Ballen telling stories got me through at least 2 years of the pandemic, forever grateful for the spooky escape he provided.

Yeah the official explanation for what happen to the Dylatov hikers is insane and doesnt explain even half of the anomalies

A natural storyteller. So glad he was able to find his footing and take off. Too bad that vets can't tell their own stories without the ire of their brothers.

Started watching him at around 300k subscribers and to watch the success has been incredible.

I really enjoy your stories. You’re a natural storyteller John. I’ve been watching you for a few years. 👍

I was binge watching his stories for like a week and half. His ability to tell story is unmatched.

Mr. Ballen really has such gift for story telling... Even just recalling his own experiences is so entertaining to listen to.

I love this guy! Just a sincere, genuine, & authentic good dude. A true gem.

The way Mr. Ballen tells stories no one else could.The best part is that He kept the suspense till the end.

He's the best story teller around. My grandchildren love him!

Inadvertently stumbled into a subject that has almost universal appeal. People love a mystery, disaster, tragedy story. Good for him. Sounds like he put in the work.

I love seeing Mr. Ballen have a conversation. Its a snippet of his normal self 😊

The girl who went almost mile away from tent had her tongue ripped out antemortem…scary isn’t it?..

1 of my absolute fav YT channels. Im a truck driver so having someone as good as he is telling stories makes 4hrs driving seem like an hr

I freaking love Mr ballen, I do miss the multiple uploads a week but Monday always gives my daughter and I something to look forward to.

I just want you to know that you make me late for work every morning because I can't stop watching your vids. I also seen other videos on how you're an outcast know from the navy seal two words for them #$$# you. You're doing what you love and it makes a lot of us happy and entertained.happy late veterans day thank you for your service

@MrBallen this is such an awesome story you deserve this success man good for you!

Mr. Ballen’s storytelling is the best! He really makes the stories ‘come alive’.😊

Love how Mr Ballen tells stories, he is the GOAT of modern storytellers. Has you so fascinated you just stop what your doing to watch him tell the tales. Plus, of course his partner. Mr seagull lung. 😊😊

He's such a great story teller. My wife and I love him.

Mr Ballen, You truly have a gift for telling stories!!! Thank you sir!!!

I absolutely ❤❤❤❤❤ Mr Ballen he’s a legend. No one can tell a story like him. He’s amazing at it.

No way! This dude is the shit, been watching him for years

Mr Ballen is a brilliant story teller and the story of how he got started is equally as fascinating.

Mr. Ballen is THE BEST story teller on the Internet. There are other channels that do similar content now, sometimes even the same stories, and while I enjoy them - NOTHING beats listening to Mr. Ballen tell it. I am pretty sure his "personal" ghost story was the first one I saw on KZfaq, never saw his TikTok content or anything prior about his Navy Seal stories etc. This interview was a great interview, glad you guys had him on.

Never heard him talk in a casual setting, but this dude was born for storytelling. Hope he happy💯🫡🇺🇸

Mr Ballen has a true gift for telling stories! I started following and listening to all his stories a year ago. He is truly amazing! Thank Mr Ballen for sharing 👏

Mr. Ballen is my absolute favorite to watch. Love his content . He is so likable and very funny .

I do love the way you tell stories! You have a natural gift for it

So glad you posted that tik tok Mr B. Your story telling is amazing and i watch every one. Keep them coming.🙏

These boys were LOCKED IN😂 the ballen effect

I love John in regards to his story delivery and dedication . Keep at it !

Will never forget randomly searching for crime stuff. I found MrBallen and I binged his shows until 4am. Then had everyone in my family watche em! ❤

Love this dude. So genuine and good, u sense it thru the screen. Even though he’s seen so much. It’s cool

One of the BEST story tellers

I have listened to many of your stories, every one are great. I wanna thank you because I took retirement a little early at 59 one my probs was sleep deprivation. I don't sleep more than 3 hours usually less but I listen to Mr.Ballen stories to relax and occupy my mind and I fall asleep and sleep much better listening to any but the more interesting ones help the most. Not that I am saying Mr.Ballen stories will put everyone out , on the contrary they just occupy my mind so relax. Usually I wake 2 to 3 hours later not remembering going to sleep. Thanks again and for your service.

I found mr ballen on KZfaq recommendations. Aside from being a good story teller, he just has that voice that draws you in and makes you want to listen.

I’ve heard this story so many times but he has provided so many details I never knew

Great interview! He's such a great storyteller.

Mr. Ballen, You are so talented. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

We started watching mrballen from the "what I saw in my room still haunts me" video! So happy for him! Nice to see him!

Very awesome story on how you started out, I listen to your stories all the time!!

MR B is a Beast! Been watching him since the beginning. I turned my family and friends on to him and That Chapter ❤❤❤❤❤

And we are so happy that you did!

I used to drive for a few years for work, I would listen to his channel, time would just fly by. He’s gifted for sure

He is the best storyteller ever.

Definitely, after hearing one story, I was hooked and been listening every since... Awesome dude with a great background story...

So many stories caught me about ballen 3-5 times a week was the best

This is so funny. I must have started watching his videos right after i saw that tiktok. I showed it to everyone. I've been watching his KZfaq videos for years.

It's because you're such a great story teller. You and The Fat Electrician are two of the best story tellers on any platform, period. TV, movie, KZfaq, TikTok, it doesn't matter, your style makes people want to listen to to the story.

Glad to know MrBallen's story. Besides being a good storyteller, he's expressive and empathetic, so you're right there in that horrible situation with him. The respect he shows to victims goes unnoticed at first. Then when he announced his Foundation, I got it. What a guy!

I love seeing the clips of you two listening to Ballen tell this story -- you are all of us when we listen to his stories and podcasts 🤣

The first video of his I watched I subscribed right away. I love Mr nightmare as a child so his channel is very nostalgic for me. I now listen to his videos every time I water my plants which takes a total of 3-3.5 hours!

Mr Ballen deserves every ounce of success he finds

Great story!

Next level story teller! Love his narration techniques. Great guy!

Mr ballen was the best storyteller on youtube no doubt about it i love all his storytelling whenever i used to get time or during chill and relax time i used to spend time on his story man i feel amazed everytime i listen to this guy it feels like you watching a movie itself while listening his storytelling so detailed going story .you are amazing john (mr ballen)....God bless your work 👍

Now i see where he gets his charisma from.. he's just a naturally good talker, engager, and using this matter of fact formula for story telling.. he just takes you there. Like this story I'd already heard.. but it still got me and sucked me in.. again

More Mr. Ballen interviews please.

I was there in the beginning when he posted between 3 and 5 stories a week. I was hooked!

I found him on tiktok during the pandemic. Hooked forever. Some KZfaqrs voices I can’t get past but his is compelling.

His voice takes me to that place he is talking about. Love me some Mr Ballen. Congrats on your success.

What an AMAZING storyteller! This is such a captivating and sad story. I've watched many documentaries and listened to several podcasts about it. SO strange.

Mr Ballen is a great story teller can listen to him talk about how paint drys

I love Mr. Ballen, I listen to at least one of his videos every day.

9:50 it’s hilarious hearing you talking about your “crappy background and acoustics” for your personal ghost story video, cause I’ve watched that one multiple times and NEVER even noticed that background, much less any audio issues - that’s how captivating you are as a storyteller, my friend!!