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[@rougered6121]

I'm stuck in the hospital fighting off pneumonia, I lost track of the day of the week and to my absolute delight it's Mr. Ballen day. Thanks John, we love you ❤

[@rougered6121]

Also the singing. Thank you, there is nothing that could have surprised and lifted me up the way that did ❤❤❤

[@MrBallen]

Hope you feel better soon! ❤️🙏

[@poppypetsparis]

Get well soon and may every day be MRBALLEN day 💪🏻🙏🏻👍🏻

[@pjismydawg]

Recover Well and Fast

[@quantusmillenius718]

get well soon :)

[@OHBrand]

A singing MrBallen was not on my 2024 bingo card but I ain't mad at it, truly made me smile.

[@WhateverDude38]

I know! I was at work though so I look like an idiot now. 😂

[@jesusortega363]

Had me giggling like teenage girl

[@stephaniedelgado7881]

He totally nailed it. I was at work too when I heard him singing. Lmao😅

[@Aarbitraary]

Honestly, an underrated talent of his. Also, what happens if you get a bingo??

[@angierae403]

Nope not mad!

[@raeb4451]

Thank you, Mr. Ballen, for singing to us. You are a true hero in many ways!

[@rustinstardust2094]

I heard that song so many times in my early 20's and never knew what it was about - would never have guessed it was about this true story

[@sarahbenedict4381]

Agree. Thank you, Mr.Ballen. Please sing to us more often❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@ericagonzalez1504]

Loved the singing 🎶🎶

[@cetkat]

Yep, excellent voice!

[@HolyBruh123]

💀

[@Pork98]

I'm surprised that the cop in the story wasn't suspicious when the couple said that they were lost 500 MILES from Texas

[@kathleenkalman4796]

Yeah, that seemed kinda negligent.

[@maybechere8185]

They weren’t 500 miles from Texas, they were 500 miles from their town. Depending on where they were in Arkansas, it wouldn’t be suspicious at all.

[@cheeseeygamer2997]

He pulled them over 500 miles from their hometown, not from Texas itself. You can travel 500 miles and still be in Texas. Good chance they were maybe less then 30 minutes from the Texas-Arkansas border.

[@antoniorodriguez162]

Texas borders Arkansas lil bro

[@nancyrukavena6992]

"We got lost" would have prompted me to ask if they were STILL lost. Lost is lost no matter the distance from your desired destination.

[@BigDrew2040]

Just had my dad’s funeral yesterday. I needed this video it’s legit my comfort zone 🤧

[@Matt-to1bi]

Sorry for lose

[@barto4088]

Condolences

[@corneliusdinkmeyer2190]

I’m so sorry. 💔

[@Venxlation]

Rip

[@paradiddle5150]

Prayers are with you my friend 🙏

[@Dex-Emu]

MrBallen is like a good uncle, he tells you bedtime stories and sings for you. What a legend.💜

[@bradsanders407]

Much better than that bad uncle who gets you out of bed in the middle of the night drunk and makes you sit on all his friends laps.

[@Dex-Emu]

@@bradsanders407 Ummm okay?

[@GirlWithnail]

​@@bradsanders407😂😂😂

[@spence4346]

​@@bradsanders407 jeez dude.

[@masxhk]

@@bradsanders407this sounds like personal experience

[@Reniebeanie87]

"The Way" was one of my Mom's favorite songs. She passed away July 7th 2006 right after I graduated highschool from complications of COPD. Hearing that story and the song really touched me. Hopefully the old couple are up there hanging out with my Mom. ❤

[@SydneyKeyboardWarrior]

Guarantee they are! My sincere condolences. Lost my dad in 2021. Still have my momma I care for full time. Sending my best to you and yours ❤

[@aceykrew]

Was just going to mention the song The Way. ❤❤❤

[@izabellatafoya5341]

whoaaa she passed away a day before i was born

[@maralinekozial9131]

The Way by Fastball was one of the greatest songs of the 90's

[@Jason-wp7ed]

I love how casually & whimsical Mr.Ballen explains why Carmen may have a slight problem if the police came over 😂

[@ripturha3867]

Huge fan for almost 4 years now! Makes my sunday nights way better. Much love MrBallen and family ❤

[@MrBallen]

Appreciate you!! ❤🙏

[@DonFahquidmi]

​@MrBallen I'm a long-time fan as well, but if I'm ever going to torture the like button, I'll do it by playing a clip of you singing. ❤

[@moiramurray9204]

Me too ✋️ huge fan last 4 years since covid hit & have followed avidly since we had lockdown etc 🙏Mr Ballen is my favourite story teller ❤

[@_c_y_p_3]

Yeah Mr Ballen is like the world’s campfire story teller , he is an age old human tradition MASTERED!

[@poppypetsparis]

I'm really still goggles from MRBALLEN saying, no prob, I'll get you a glass of water 😂and dumping it in my ex husband's stupid face 😂. I needed that, because it's now a fantastic vision that I could never mete out for fear of a horrible demise, but it was fun imagine ❤. Thank you always MRBALLEN 🇺🇲🤛🏻🙏🏻☕☕

[@mermiez1]

Bro. That song. Damn. Heard it on the radio for years as a teen. No idea it had depth. Thank you for that.

[@janiexoxo]

Another song with the same vibe is Apart Together by Tim Minchin. Gorgeous song inspired by an elderly couple who died together in their home because of the cold and were found because a neighbour came over with batteries because she could hear their smoke alarm pinging because its battery was low.

[@TracyA1358]

It’s Amazing How Things Work Out Sometimes, Truly.

[@scoper7897]

@@TracyA1358 ye old farts were probably mad about and didnt wanna deal with grumpy peeps no mores

[@Thundernoob98]

It’s funny how all these songs that sound so happy and cheerful from the 90s were about death and drugs 😂😂

[@janiexoxo]

@@Thundernoob98 heroine chic, baby

[@lumgs2009]

Wow! Marine, Navy Seal, Dad, Husband, Storyteller, Philanthropist, and now Singer!!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@bradsanders407]

Marine and Navy Seal? I guess they are one in the same.

[@bootziecuppie487]

Your comment reminded me of an old movie with Diane Keaton called Baby Boom She moves to Vermont and buys a house to raise her baby niece and the house has tons of stuff wrong with it. Anyway, she needed a plumber, roofer, electrician etc and each time the handyman showed up it’s always the same guy!😂 He was also the town mayor, lawyer and librarian I think!😂

[@DrumforJC18]

This guy is full of surprises!

[@YellowVic13]

😂😂😂

[@cineffect]

You're right, I am waiting for "Mr. Ballen the movie" to enter selected theaters soon!

[@Sab_C._Def]

As Soon As He Said "She Noticed A Horrible Smell" I Was Like "Of Course, The "Sex Toys" Is A Severed Body Part"

[@Emma88178]

Sex toys shouldn't smell bad. Even used ones. Unless something is wrong with your body.

[@JacobSky-n1f]

I instantly went “Severed Head”

[@jaked5651]

If I had a nickel for every time I thought that…..

[@stephaniepapaleo9001]

That couple, that broke my heart for their son. Thank you for adding in the song, that makes it hit home, as I always thought of it as an optimistic lover’s song, instead of the actual deep meaning.

[@serenity6415]

I'm glad I read your message first and skipped that story. I couldn't handle the sadness.

[@cyrusbarnes7100]

Did he say she only got 15 years 🤔🤯

[@LotsofLisa]

It’s very sad. I’ve seen in my own family, declining health and dementia wreak havoc. Mostly because you don’t want to “make” your loved ones give up their independence, but you know they need help. I think the lady thought she was on a road and had no idea it was a cliff. I wish they would’ve stopped and asked for help or something.

[@serenity6415]

@@cyrusbarnes7100 He did. How is that possible?? No country can possible be THAT lenient. A freaking chain saw.

[@DriveLaken]

@@cyrusbarnes7100 I thought it was low too. There must have been something more than just cold blooded murder.

[@drpotluck1024]

'Real photo of a different Oldsmobile' I love Mr Ballens use of photo descriptions

[@BloodSweatandFears]

“Real photo of different croquettes” was hilarious 😂

[@colarinart]

I wouldn’t be surprise if it’s because artificially generated images. 🤔

[@zackshea6846]

clearly stated that it's a REAL photo, just of different croquettes. :) @@colarinart

[@r.b.ratieta6111]

Same with the older videos where the descriptions are like, "Real photo of a trailhead (not the actual trailhead)." 😂

[@DrinkerOfWindex]

It's the real Oldsmobile

[@TooLegit2Quit84]

That 3rd story is bizarre... That poor boy... He was so excited to go on that adventure... 😞

[@fadinglightsarefading]

What makes it so bizarre is the amount of really strange information none of which adds up.. two bright-blonde man and woman with bright blue eyes, a blind persian woman, what actually happened to cause the truck to crash, how the people in the van got their hands on Juan in the first place (unless it was him who the woman somehow picked up from inside the cab), who the people even were.. so bizarre

[@jimf.1318]

​@@fadinglightsarefadingIt was Europe in the 80s, the whole place was weird af.

[@chrisharp4789]

I guarantee you that family in the 3rd story got approached by drug traffickers who kidnapped the boy in order to force the parents to move product for them. Then the dad probably had a medical emergency of some kind which caused them to crash and the people in the van were following the truck to ensure they completed delivery. Then the woman grabbed the heroin after the crash and sped out of there.

[@BriannaAllegra]

@@chrisharp4789that honestly sounds like a really solid theory

[@cloud_zeus]

@@chrisharp4789damn man nice theory

[@hajarabounouar2844]

When I gave birth to my baby, I was alone, without a partner and my family was far away. I was listening to Mr. Ballen podcasts while breastfeeding. That comforted me a lot.

[@DNegrioAWOLgXng]

Did you ever find a special someone to have a family? Mr. Ballen got me through alot. I'm an army vet myself like he is.

[@hajarabounouar2844]

@@DNegrioAWOLgXng no im a single Mama

[@DNegrioAWOLgXng]

Wasn't expecting a response especially this time of night or at all for that matter. 😊 You must be up youtubing or getting your me time after getting lil one sleep. I'm sure someone will come along when it's meant to establish a solid and healthy relationship/ family with you ❤

[@lisamichelle9425]

So croquettes are basically like a corn dog?

[@KKupiecki]

"The Way" was always so haunting and sad. When it was popular, most of us heard it on the radio, and DJs would share the story behind it (well partially- not as in depth as here!). Thank you for all the great storytelling!

[@JackalopeBunny]

I love that song. I had no idea there was a story behind it?

[@JohnRiversOfficial]

lmao its not even a real story

[@JackalopeBunny]

@@JohnRiversOfficial what do you mean? Obviously it is, otherwise why talk about it?

[@jasonconrad4314]

I think johnrivers means the song isnt a true story. While it might be loosely based on the real story, the lyrics definitely change the narrative

[@KKupiecki]

@@jasonconrad4314 Yes, correct! That’s the point of the song, actually. They wanted to imagine a better outcome for the couple, vs what actually happened. ❤️💔✌🏼

[@dsouthmonster]

I'm blown because Lela and Raymond's song plays at my job every single day as part of the loop. I never would've known not only that it's about them but also the context if I hadn't seen this, and now I can not forget it.

[@rapheAltoid77]

Do you work for Lowe's, too? lol

[@lefthook3324]

Yeah, I just heard that song Friday in my towns, local radio station they play it all the time

[@oddgoblin1400]

The thing is about Denzel Washington is his way of acting seems very very real ​@@lefthook3324

[@michkaadan5045]

Who else have been binge listening to the Mr Ballen podcasts since it became available everywhere 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@Zee2A]

Yurrrr

[@Charles-h1x]

Yessirreedeedee

[@POTTIMOUFPRINCESS]

You know, I was having a weird day, and I won't lie, even watching old Mr. Ballen videos really draws me in and distracts me. When I watch his videos, I completely forget where I am and anything that was bothering me. A genuine thank you, Mr. Ballen! I don't think you realize how much of a positive impact you have on some of us.

[@rosefalk9007]

I 100% agree

[@RickVogel-me6vg]

Agreed , well said.

[@billywilson7323]

Have you considered doing a "top 3 songs with disturbing backstories" episode? Because after this i feel like you should

[@DumbGames_1]

Polly nirvana. Daddy korn. Evil interpol

[@Makebritaingreatagain-s8g]

Good idea

[@quanibaby14]

That would be very cool

[@quanibaby14]

​@@Makebritaingreatagain-s8gI thought the same

[@honestly1970]

Oooh. Yeah. I agree

[@kellyscott6361]

The singing made this one of my favorite Mr Ballen moments ❤

[@jeremymccormick5689]

He sings😮

[@jordanongelstern]

8:47

[@stuntmanmike6330]

Noooo!! 🙉

[@boredgurl111489]

I need more of him singing ❤❤

[@nonyabuzzyness3126]

I came here to say this! And im also happy to say I knew the song as soon as he started singing as I didn't know the artist or the title

[@ballyhaunis]

That rendition will never leave me.

[@SadBadge]

Hearing Mr. Ballen sing that song really made me happy.

[@eggsbacon1538]

200k views in 2 hours.. I’ve been with you since the beginning. So glad for your success my man💪🏼

[@MissSeaSea]

#ballenforever

[@Abcdefghijk920]

Same!!

[@GraceAlder99]

Well done you!!🤔

[@stephaniemarcelino8631]

the tiktok days!! 🥺 so happy to see how far this channel has come !

[@GraceAlder99]

​@@MissSeaSeaI liked your comment! Bet that took alot of time to translate your message!!

[@kalsharrer374]

I love how animated Ballen is when he talks (doing knocking motion, cutting vegetables etc.) it’s nothing crazy but it really makes the story come to life in front of the viewers eyes. Awesome work

[@singingcrafter1520]

That's what makes him a great story teller. If only teachers at school had of been like that, how interesting school would have been.

[@DARWINZOO]

It's not he. I know they're brilliantly edited. Why do I remember it's his mom?

[@lemarch57]

Enthusiastic singer too! 🙂

[@linzdapinz]

I always think this too!!

[@Cheryl-lyn85]

So true😊

[@kiradraven2824]

My mom is currently in the hospital with her liver failing. While she's made some improvements, its been a long, unbearably stressful time. She's a retired soldier. 55. The only thing that has been able to take my mind off things and keep my brain busy for a little while has been your videos and podcast episodes....

[@RobinLeslie-i6x]

Y'all should watch together ❤

[@ayeshapyesha7301]

Your poor mom. I'm so sorry to hear this 😢 I really pray she improves and recovers. Sending love to you ❤

[@Kittie28]

alcoholic?

[@bethanybridges1419]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 for you 💖

[@bornreadytrill]

My mom is going threw the same situation it comes from years of drinking 😢

[@MissMichSan]

That picture of Leela and Dave they look happy together.❤ I'm sure they're smiling from heaven

[@itotallycare]

For the 3rd story my guess is that Juan was kidnapped and the parents behaviour was just sheer panic which then caused an accident. They slowed down and stopped a couple of times to maybe ask people if they had seen their son, check roads and other cars. The van and the people inside it were the kidnappers and stopped to "help" to see if they could steal some stuff. Maybe they asked Juan if his parents had anything valuable and he told them about his mothers purse or his fathers wallet or something and that's what the woman ended up taking from the truck. Just speculating for fun.

[@charleycox3944]

Nice to actually see a comment that isn't just about the 1st story aha

[@amabla975]

@@charleycox3944 yes, i've been scrolling for ages to find a comment about story #3! i'm really interested in wth happened there....

[@sapphanna]

Maybe the thing they grabbed was drugs since they said there were traces of heroin

[@krystalcheetah]

Doesn't make sense why they'd ask for the US embassy

[@kristlecasey9506]

​@krystalcheetah to flee to the US probably. My thing is if the boy was from Spain, how would he know Farse to translate what the old woman said?

[@skeltonjack55]

When I thought my Sunday couldn't get better, the man himself sang! Thank you so much MrBallen.

[@jerrdan100]

gawk gawk

[@stevetheiven3889]

@@jerrdan100 hands above the covers there gawker!

[@SauceDoe-h3z]

​@@jerrdan100 3000

[@pandakicker1]

He has a lovely voice, too!

[@crystylev4571]

My husband and I heard this song coming home from visiting the family for the holidays, I told him I rememebered always listening to this song and I had loved it, and I wanted to know what the song really was about. When I read it out loud in the car, my husband and I cried and listened to it two more times. It literally changed our views on it. So crazy you covered it, considering me and my husband just found out about the story behind it. ❤

[@BornIn1500]

You and him....cried to it? lol

[@meeganyoung8058]

@@BornIn1500why do you have to be such a judgmental creep about it. They can do whatever they want they aren’t being a judgmental creep trying to make someone else feel bad about themselves.

[@shamekiaholland6059]

​@@BornIn1500Real stupid and immature

[@Rodney17302]

Similar experience! This song was on the radio a lot when my family moved to Florida, I was 8 and remember hearing and loving this song. But I recall finding out the meaning to the song when I was a teenager, while watching some sort of One-Hit-Wonders show, and it completely changed my whole perception of the song.

[@hartle4]

@@meeganyoung8058 well, if it's not the pot calling the kettle black

[@Loumax989]

Other KZbinrs: “I can’t play the song on the channel” MrBallen “I can’t play the song on the channel…so I’ll sing it🎶”

[@debbylou5729]

He was even ‘holding’ a mic

[@x_maru_]

He sounded good too😭

[@ctizzzle47]

Period bc he wants us to experience everything 🤣❤️

[@Much0Mang0]

MrBallen covers channel when?

[@RoynonBabies]

He's so awesome ❤

[@BCFBreakfastClubFan]

I love the fact that Fastball's song "The Way" was based on Leila and Raymond's story. Of course, it was a fanciful musing that was penned before the couple were found deceased. I believe that one of the bandmembers said something about giving them a happy ending that they didn't get, which I think is lovely.

[@Krangkus]

Listening to it now, after hearing the story, makes me think that even after they were found dead, the song still tells their story just the way it happened. They got up and left, their car broke down, and they went to walk the golden highway in eternal summer far up in heaven above. That's beautiful to me.

[@BCFBreakfastClubFan]

That's pretty much what the band said, in interviews: "We gave them the happy ending they deserved", or something like that. Can't remember the exact words. ...but it was written before they were found. @@Krangkus

[@brennalee8709]

Came to the comment section(as he was talking) to see if I could find confirmation that this was indeed the Fastball song, thanks!

[@chicgal3]

That is lovely thank you for sharing that. I didn’t know about their story or the story behind this song til now, so I’ll think of them fondly when I hear it.❤

[@BCFBreakfastClubFan]

@@chicgal3 Yes, I think knowing the backstory completely changes the context of the song.

[@thehitman0344]

Mr.Ballen is the equivalent to Mr.Rogers and Bob Ross for our new messed up generation and I'm all for it

[@JesusismyRock773]

Hardly. I mean Mr. Rogers and Mr. Ballen have absolutely nothing in common with the two shows.

[@loralou-djflowerdove]

Thanks for singing for us, John!! Loved it!! You have a great voice.😊❤

[@MrBallen]

😂

[@ZK_-hs5es]

@@MrBallenI cried it was beautiful 🥲😂😂

[@TopHotDog]

​@@MrBallenyou taking up a new career? 😄

[@rolmodel12.]

​@@MrBallenthis is the correct response. 😏

[@Trump.is.a.nazzii]

Someone send him a karaoke machine!!!! IN CAMO 😂

[@JackTripperr]

Thanks for your service bro. I recently read the story about the 2 Navy Seals who died not long ago. Apparently one of them slipped off the rope or netting while boarding a vessel at night and fell into the sea and his partner immediately dove in after him without the slightest bit of hesitation. How absolutely selfless, brave, and bad ass. Much respect to the SEAL teams.

[@SweetBabyJesusOnTheCross]

wait, are you saying that the partner who tried to save his boy also died? they drown, or get eaten by sharks, or...what happened?

[@tylerlancaster6892]

I believe they drown. Yea his teammate fell in the ocean while trying to board a ship in the night and the other seal dove in to save him and he too died. ​@@SweetBabyJesusOnTheCross

[@doomsdayprophecies1739]

I would say that is more likely a cover story. They died, how they died, most likely classified and the story you read is a cover story to account for their deaths.

[@COEXIST-ny4db]

I hadn't heard about this. Thank you for bringing this story to my attention. What a sad story. And one of the most absolutely SELFLESS acts I've ever heard. What an amazing comradare these men have. Absolutely amazing!

[@mr_e_diceb4187]

Seriously!?? My heart goes out Thank you everyone from the military for their service,🙏💯

[@CimoneSnyderHLM]

That first one literally gave me chills. Not only did I grow up hearing that song, but I now live only about 45mins away from Hot Springs AR...

[@abbeyboeckman6315]

Same here!

[@veronicamarrs]

Weird

[@IfonlyIwassmaller]

Small…. World.

[@IfonlyIwassmaller]

@@abbeyboeckman6315omg twins!

[@nicoleotisi3508]

Same here

[@jaykirizz219]

Mr. Ballen could teach a masterclass about storytelling and learning to talk with your hands 😅

[@alysgrant6732]

Hard to teach skills that come naturally to us, to others.

[@mrlonely017]

his hand movements are very distracting 😂

[@OfficialZenus]

The singing tho😭🙏🙏 Edit:He sings at 8:40 Edit 2: I'm not trying to hate I just think Mr ballen singing is hilarious

[@daveythesearcher]

When does he sing can you timestamp it

[@ChristicleNielsen]

Where does he sing bro

[@ChristicleNielsen]

The video just dropped. Obviously you don’t see him singing.

[@v_eye_let_17]

@@daveythesearcher 8:41

[@DSperformance96]

30 min video uploaded 5 mins ago and you heard him sing?

[@JoshLane-y1h]

Watching creepy videos in the Montana mountains, in a field, at 3 am, and watching cows. DEFINITELY NOT HIDING IN THE COMMENTS. Is the greatest thing ever

[@64BikeDirt]

Man watchout aliens

[@victoriamartir1409]

that sounds amazing… over here in the California valley I have the sound of hummingbirds as my background during sunset, definitely different vibes haha but the video is still creepy!

[@maximusthegoat8034]

Bro watching mrballen while he about to become a mrballen episodec

[@thehobbist5544]

Do you happen to be near Casey Peak mountain? What you described sounded just like that area. Love it

[@GravitoRaize]

When I first heard "The Way", I remembered thinking that part of the lyrics where it goes "they won't make it home, but they really don't care, they wanted the highway, they're happier there today" seemed so weird. That's when I looked up what the lyrics were about and the song took on a whole different meaning to me at that point. I still feel like it's a happy song, even after you realize the darkness surrounding it, it's still a charming song about an elderly couple at the end of their lives that set out to take a trip on their own terms.

[@michellecarl1255]

And ended it in their own terms. True love story...❤😊

[@Hollylivengood]

They'll never get old and grey. Now that my generation is getting old...hell, we're old...it's amazing how much this very line is on our minds.

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That’s why the album is titled All The Pain Money Can Buy.

[@Hollylivengood]

@michellecarl1255 This. Really love how the song writer chose to flash back and forth with the couple old, as their son remembered them, then young and hot, and going to their concert, as they'd been doing and as they saw themselves. It was like a memorial. I think they figured they've had quite some life. Once you start getting dementia, nothing is pleasant after that. I picture them nodding with a smile, her grabbing the wheel and steering for their favorite outlook. Bless them.

[@thestoryofpod]

Thelma & Louise: Old Married Couple Edition

[@jayrandallkayakfishing6235]

The singing made me chuckle. The confidence in those flat notes lol. But I still knew the song.

[@nmhummel]

The Way is one of my favorite songs. When he sings, "the children woke up...and they couldn't find them," I always feel melancholy.

[@CrypticJasmine]

Me too!

[@virallcullture8585]

1st thing I thought...is this the ingredients to that one song??

[@miss.scales7159]

I knew this was that that story!!

[@jamespython5147]

Natalie, you're pretty!

[@Irenetmcd2309]

"The Way" I kept listening to the song repeatedly. I truly loved it; just listening to it or thinking about it gives me the chills, too. I love how you explained the story. I'm super glad my dad showed me your channel.

[@lordanderson8090]

Your dads epic😂

[@stevensrp2music985]

90’s Music was some of the best! From Grunge to Hip Hop, it was an amazing decade to grow up in.

[@amuroray9115]

It always makes me laugh how the 90’s were both very dark and edgy but also very upbeat and campy at the same time (carrying on from the 80’s). The 90’s is such a weird time. It’s like a mix of different stuff. I grew up with 90’s cartoons and the first console I ever owned was an N64 (which I still own and it works. Damn thing is indestructible)

[@vicariously143]

So true. My formative years.

[@NoWoke6981]

90's where the best times and music 🎶🎵🔊🔊🔊

[@traho811]

​@@amuroray9115those Nintendo 64's last, can't say that for the original Nintendo. My super Nintendo however is still good

[@pandapumpkin8610]

The best decade to grow in, no cell phones just be home before the street lights come on lol

[@dbanks4916]

I used to hear "The Way" several times a day at work, every day. It was one of the songs I really took to and loved. I don't know why, but no matter how much I liked it, I'd always had a feeling that was 'off' when I heard it. Now that I know the backstory, the creepy/off feeling makes perfect sense (even though in being reminded of the song, I get that old feeling again, this time on steroids).

[@slavexcalledxshiver]

I have always LOVED that song. I remember when it was all over the radio. It's a sad song, but has always felt very uplifting to me... I had no idea that the lyrics were based on a real story. It will never hit the same. 😢

[@MelissaThompson432]

I find the song very cheerful. There's probably something wrong with me. No one else I know likes it. They all think it's creepy.

[@EM-mw2qr]

The Way was my favorite song back then. I used to play it at full volume and sing along.

[@surrealistgirlx]

I liked the song but the story behind it is heartbreaking.

[@southernladyish]

Same.. as a kid it does kind seem more upbeat lol but now that I know the story… yea. Hits a bit different.

[@bunnyluver2176]

I thought it was a love song.

[@sarahlahum]

Every time I hear The Way by Fastball play on the radio, I tell whoever is near me that it's about an old couple who went missing. No one ever finds it as interesting as I do, so thank you for covering this so that people who *will* care can hear about it!

[@VictorianMetalGirl]

I always found that interesting too.

[@korlina2531]

I find it interesting. It's not every day that a good song has a creepy history

[@syddawe5647]

I was today years old finding out that song was about a real life missing person case. I love that song and now I’m shook because now that song makes so much more sense in a whole different way.

[@KKPsiNumba5]

Wait until you find out what Filter's Hey Man Nice Shot was about lol

[@soudersmiriam3224]

I watched one and I was hooked. I binged for 5 more. I can not watch scary movies, but you are such a good riveting storyteller. I extremely appreciate that you do not use foul language. That’s true talent!

[@DeveionakaDRA]

Just drove from Florida to Washington state and listened to MrBallen podcast the entire time. One of the greatest storytellers I've ever come across. Much love Brother.

[@cornfarts]

Holy fuck thats a drive. Something i would love to do. Theres so much out there to see

[@legopotter8295]

Unfortunately, no matter how good he is at telling stories, I cannot condone this channel anymore, his sponsors are scams..proven scams...and anyone who knowingly accepts money to promote a known scam, is NOT a good moral person....if he'd get rid of these sponsors, fine...but he doesnt...sooooo

[@EatYourCookies_]

Money changes people But the people paying him mean nothing without us… ya know

[@RobertStewart-i3m]

​@@legopotter8295 What scams and scammers? Can you explain that please?

[@matildamarmaduke1096]

​@@RobertStewart-i3m I don't see ads I've listened twice. So what you talked about Willis??????

[@angelamwanapabo6459]

Juan's story is truly heart breaking,he was obviously kidnapped by the people who planted the heroin in his father's truck,& iam pretty sure that woman is part of the kidnappers,that's why she quickly disappeared with Juan after realising that the driving instructor had suspected that something is off...Poor Juan,hope his alive & may God keep him safe..

[@satyashunya]

but how he can understand farsi language its kinda feel like black magic has involved in this case

[@whimsygrove9971]

This case was so devastating to hear! I thought for sure Mr. Ballen was going to say they eventually cracked the case and Juan had been found. Such a sad story. I cannot imagine how his relatives and friends must feel. Like a piece of their lives is just missing and they have no answers for it. That would be so frustrating, how do you move on from something like that? 😢💔

[@KPl-xz4gz]

Regardless of what happened or how, I’m really disappointed in the driver instructor. Why would you take your eyes off of a missing child? He could have just as easily sat there and called the police or brought the boy back to the office to show him the poster.

[@JoeRogansForehead]

What are you talking about he worked for the cartel dude

[@haleycross1348]

@@KPl-xz4gztruth is, you never really know how you’re gonna react in a situation like that. He probably thought he was doing whatever he could

[@BjWebb-lf2vr]

Hot Springs, Arkansas is my hometown. I remember this. I was 15 and right across the road from where this happened were 2 gas stations. I remember smelling a terrible smell the week they found them. Thank you for covering that story.

[@theimpaler2317]

I’m from hot springs too! Where exactly did this take place with the Oldsmobile going off the cliff?

[@chfire2004]

Fountain lake class of 97 represent.

[@chfire2004]

​@@theimpaler2317where Hwy 7 intersects hwy 5 in fountain lake.

[@BjWebb-lf2vr]

@@chfire2004 2000, here. But I didn't end up graduating from there.

[@isaacTX9836]

Hot springs sucks summer ass, the people are rude and self absorbed for no damn good reason. Food sucks, down town sucks, banks suck, only decent thing is your casino.

[@BethOrner-t6n]

CANNOT WAIT TO GET RUNNING WATER IN HERE FOR THESE LOVELY ANGELS! RANDOM THOUGHT OF THE DAY! IM FIXING TO SETTLE IN AND GET SOME SLEEP IN A SAFE SPACE!! PURE MAGIC!!

[@Windmagic444]

I really wish you wouldn’t continue advertising Better Help! They sold HIPAA data (mental health data) for marketing without anonymizing it for massive profits, and the therapists they “employ” don’t get any employee protections bc they’re all considered individual contractors! People would be better served finding free or low cost local or federal resources than becoming a product for Better Help. :(

[@urbanobstacles]

​@@dinidilitiyea it is a joke. Everyone's a victim now

[@andiestewart7423]

Maybe he uses it and likes it. They must a sponsor. It is his channel guys

[@zerotodona1495]

@@dinidilitiif it was no joke, there wouldn’t be cross dressers or gays.

[@abigailwalton4109]

@@zerotodona1495whomp whomp

[@DakiniDaya]

​@@zerotodona1495Olha o gado estadunidense, parece mais incrivelmente estúpido que o br. Não tem nem uma ponte próxima pra tu se jogar??

[@TJMstories]

Wishing everyone a great week❤️

[@corneliusdinkmeyer2190]

Back at ya’!

[@Venxlation]

OK

[@slavexcalledxshiver]

Hey, thank you! Same to you.

[@AimeeAimee444]

You too! 😊🙌🏼🤍💫

[@AsterTheStarKid]

Thank you for talking about depression after transitioning from the military to civilian life as I served for 18 years with a tour of Iraq (Royal Australian Air Force). For many years my depression got so bad that I couldn’t function however with the help from friends, family and DVA I started seeing a Psychiatrist. I had suppressed many disturbing memories regarding my operational deployment and it took one very special Psychiatrist a matter of only 3 sessions to draw those memories out into the open. Once we knew what I was dealing with he decided that cognitive therapy wasn’t working and we started rebuilding my life from the ground up and haven’t looked back…he literally saved my life. Now I can tell war stories without rehashing the awful stuff…just the good memories. Since then I have also used my experience to help others including a wonderful man that served in the US Army in Afghanistan. Thank you for your service MrBallen 🙏🏼🇦🇺❤️

[@Nana_Lala_]

Thank you for serving. Big prayers who can find some peace.

[@BillyGannon-ss7rn]

Me too,82nd lrrp,medic,translator,pathfinder...letters of non disclose end soon. Everyone's gone..besides a (ghostwriter). I wonder...will I make it?GTE. CALIFORNIA. THANKS FOR THE FUN READING. ltr.

[@franciebelcher4594]

Army. Mortuary Affairs. I empathize, and am glad u r doing better

[@ivyluray723]

The fact that MrBallen really sang it for us 👏👏👏 he’s literally the best story teller

[@Swamp72]

Damn, Mr Ballen showing off his pipes. That’s some real confidence

[@spencerrichards1342]

Starts at 8:47

[@MaggieMcDonald311]

I watch your videos while I get ready to go to work every morning. But today your singing definitely made me smile. Always loved that song! Thank you for your service.

[@princeofdarknessxyz1]

I watch Mr. Ballen vids at work...nice to be a business owner

[@JohnRiversOfficial]

you must be so blessed@@princeofdarknessxyz1

[@OrlandoFl407]

Looking good

[@elizabethgrassi9444]

P

[@Achlys384]

@@OrlandoFl407lookin good my ass bro ☠️

[@eduardoreyes8780]

Holy cap, I’ve loved that song for so long and I’ve always told my wife how deep it is when you actually listen to the lyrics. And now this! Full circle! Mind blown 🤯

[@OgMcFaded]

Mr Ballen changing lives.

[@faygo187]

*crap

[@theemirofjaffa2266]

How would you have known its depth when you didn't even know what the song was about 😅

[@eduardoreyes8780]

@@theemirofjaffa2266because regardless of not knowing the real back story if you actually listen to the lyrics and what it’s saying it’s a deep song. Now that I know it’s factual it makes it even deeper. 😅

[@sayitaintsl0w]

Yes! Just heard it the other day, after living it for decades. Always wondered what inspired the lyrics. Now I know.

[@TheBarlowkid6]

I just gotta say very few people online know how to tell good stories and tell them well. These stories are always so interesting but the way they’re told makes them way more interesting and entertaining

[@MelancholyPageyBoy]

I just found your channel today and I’ve been binge watching your videos for the past few hours. Your story telling abilities are a rare sight. Thank you Mr. Ballen!

[@ChromeCobra]

He's great. Enjoy the binge watching.

[@campblood]

i did the same when i first discovered his channel!

[@gloriannek7143]

Welcome to the club. Many of us found him during th pandemic lockdown when he first started. Being a mrballen fan is kind of like checking into Hotel California. But in a good way lol.

[@Rosie-e5x7r]

@@gloriannek7143haha yes this 😂

[@davidmarch22]

Oh that’s awesome! You’ll have so much fun listening to it all!

[@S1LV3R_11]

Dude that last story is terrifying . Why did they crash . Wtf happened . Where is that boy now ? Why didn’t he come forward as an adult ? That story is haunting . I really hope & pray he’s found & that’s he’s okay ..

[@ItsMe-ic7on]

Well if they were asking for the US embassy I'm hoping very much so that they found it

[@BloodBathhhh]

Yea I wonder what happened they killed his parents and kidnapped him??

[@Highwaym4n]

" Slowed down or stopped 12 different times." Thats going to drain the air reserves of a tractor trailers braking system, and TECHINicall, emergency braking should then come on, BUT, if it comes in at a high speed, and locks, Youre going to get whats described as happened. Heres my take: That white van was 'harassing' Juans families truck, to incite this for some reason...

[@MikeMandrill]

Dad definitely was into some shady business, wether it was drug related or not (truckers are known to take drugs to go through long shifts). That sudden "let's go across the country on vacation in my tank truck" is weird in itself. Sounds like dad was running away from something and taking his family with him to protect them. Whoever was after him ended up catching up. As to the kid, I dont see how he would have survived if both his parents died. The only thing that comes to my mind is organ trafficking...

[@pixie12]

@@MikeMandrillDon’t forget that emergency services couldn’t go near the truck for hours, so they could’ve actually been alive upon impact and succumbed to their injuries or just breathing in the acid fumes while unconscious. If they did actually take Juan and the family was still alive, then he would’ve been away from the fumes and could’ve gotten any injuries treated.

[@Alien_Slurpee]

I am glad he didn't show a picture of sex toys that said, "Real photo of different sex toys."

[@dez00007]

😂😂

[@MsKRRey]

😅😅😅😅

[@macwhipple4083]

😂 yeah the vid probably would’ve gotten clapped

[@fan-plastictoys5948]

He likely thought about it but knew it could get his video removed

[@ceecee1951]

😄😄😄

[@Marley-z-x13]

Dear Mr.Ballen…… I think YOUR STELLAR BALLEN and so does my mom. We❤you. With ♥️Love from Northern 🇨🇦 keep being STELLAR BALLER BALLEN

[@Yrod928]

Blown away by Mr. Ballen's melodious singing voice!

[@jptheexplorer55]

Same here Mr ballen has a voice to be a singer..

[@Townesvanwaits]

Lol he's not that great at all guys

[@Kidkapps]

​@@Townesvanwaitsyou can't sing so you can shut it

[@PspspSpooky]

Sure, maybe not a career-change-worthy singing voice. But compared to most of the people I know, including myself he preformed it well enough to recognize and not make my ears bleed @Townesvanwaits

[@Kidkapps]

@@PspspSpooky someone with more IQ finally

[@juliecolemannelson6849]

My grandfather was missing for 3 weeks before he was found in a wooded area, deceased. Nowhere near where his car has been found abandoned. It's never been determined exactly what happened. They ruled his death as natural causes

[@gutnickgutnick5066]

That’s terrible to he😢.Might want to send this to Canam missing project!

[@juliecolemannelson6849]

@@gutnickgutnick5066 never heard of it? But this was also years ago that this happened

[@dinarusso3320]

😢he shouldn't have been alone... sorry for your loss.

[@cetkat]

Did he have any kind of dementia? That's my first thought.

[@michellecarl1255]

My condolences to your family for your loss of your grandfather. Rest in Peace Sir im sure you are at the final Heavenly place for eternity.😅❤💪😇🙏💕💯🌻⚘️💐😊🙋‍♀️👍🙏😇

[@webeechamin1167]

15 years for murdering somebody, for taking someone elses’ life. I’ll never understand it.

[@saraabdullah4146]

Life for a life is fair

[@kevindumont2507]

15 years for murdering, then dismembering and desecrating the corpse. Huge elephant in the room here.

[@charlesbrown4483]

@@kevindumont2507 Not to mention she DEFINITELY made the croquettes out of that dude’s body, not that the could could charge with it because there wouldn’t have been proof but yeah she did that shit.

[@daltonsnow5855]

Woman privilege as always sadly

[@FlorianMark]

For her age it was the rest of her life.

[@jacobatkins4966]

I don’t know the song but appreciate you singing it for us😂😂

[@dyawr]

It's really cool, you should listen to it! 🙂

[@onetimes1]

Only 15yrs? I swear the judicial system is ridiculous.🤦‍♂️

[@Hulk1514]

She literally chopped his head off. I’m sure that’s another tempering charge so yeah, 15 is a joke.

[@Rulya-HaShem-Morrigan]

In the US 15 is for attempted. Actually doing it is usually 25 or more. Some are never let out bc they don't belong in civilization with the rest of us. It seems like they could've found out if she put his "meat" into the food too, but didn't even bother to try to find that out. Europe frequently insults the US justice system (I'm not saying there aren't problems) but if you look at their justice system they barely sentence these ppl (take a look at the UK) so they have no room to insult any other country. Their biggest complaint abt the US justice system is it's "too harsh." Really? And there's "too many." Maybe that's bc many of ours are actually sentenced to sentences they deserve. Ijs

[@citrusbutter7718]

Europeans comfort in living among murderers is quite disturbing. Its almost like they look for any excuse to let them out early.

[@Cio-kc1sk]

US isn't the only countries with a bunch of freaking "Justice System" clowns.

[@SpiritStoneWarrior94-yx3gs]

​@@Rulya-HaShem-Morrigan As an Australian, I wish the justice system here was even 1/3 as Harsh as the US justice system is! We have so many people who get 25 years and then released, but are serial killers or gang murderers/hitmen and same with people who commit sexual crimes.

[@thekibbler]

The third story absolutely broke my heart. Poor Juan! What a tragic set of events to live through 😢 I hope he's ok somewhere

[@shanenice5380]

Same

[@coki3_crumle670]

I think that what the strange lady grabbed out of the truck was Juan, or is that just me?

[@folke3071]

@@coki3_crumle670 My take is that they kidnapped Juan in order to force the parents to transport drugs for them. And once the truck crashed they just took the drugs and drove away. Hence why they found traces of drugs in the truck. But as it is unsolved this is obviously just a theory.

[@ashadowintime7305]

​@@folke3071 holy sht this makes sense. if they grabbed him after the crash the car driver would have seen him.

[@coki3_crumle670]

@folke3071 Oh that also makes sense :000

[@SWolfmoon]

The Way is such an underrated song, I had no idea it was inspired by an actual tragedy. If you are watching this and haven't heard it before you need to go and listen to it! I am going to relisten to it now that I know the backstory!! Thanks Mr Ballen for giving an already awesome song such depth and context! Love you and your channels!! Keep up the incrediblly amazing work!! Also, who knew you could sing so well!

[@janemiettinen5176]

There’s some clues in the music video, except there the couple travels in RV instead of sedan (at least if my memory is even a lil bit right). The couple was lost for few months, so everybody sorta hoped they just left on their on volition and were happily traveling to see the country. But the reality was different, my only silver lining is how they get to die together. Not much, but something.

[@kelsielovesbbu]

The Way is one of their best songs, easily

[@mariovillarreal8647]

​@@janemiettinen5176I think it was the silver lining to a Cloud NINE, SEVENTH HEAVEN, GOLDEN MARRIAGE!! 💖💗💓💕

[@mage1439]

@@kelsielovesbbu Yeah, but let's not sleep on the fact that they're very good in general.

[@SWolfmoon]

@@kelsielovesbbu I don’t think I have ever heard anything else that they have released, do you have any recommendations?

[@ronascull5013]

Love your story telling, but the singing was the cutest! You made sure we had a great visual of this tale. Thx for that!

[@BeRightBack131]

Aww... Mr Ballen doesn't just tell fantastic stories in such a wonderful way, he also sings very well. And he's a national hero, and definitely in the eye candy realm. Total package! Much love to you Mr Ballen, your wife and kids, and everyone in your family.

[@NoReply28]

HAH! Ghayy!

[@StepherzFromTheNuttyNorth]

I bet he's a great dad. Keeps his kids laughing. He's so animated. Love it. And I bet his wife smiles often and has a great sense of humor I bet she's beautiful too

[@bb-mf6qh]

​@StepherzFromTheNuttyNorth that was such a wholesome comment I kept expecting it to turn weird

[@michaeldoran4367]

Every other comment was like, he's a skilled warrior, an excellent story teller, funny.... but wow he's not a singer

[@BeRightBack131]

@@jmitchell5567 be nice. He does sing well. Is he a pro singer, gold record label, 25 years at Juliard school of music? No. Does he sing very well for someone who hasn't spent their entire life focused on singing? Yes.

[@TheSlong123]

That song still fucks me up to this day because of the line of them saying that the children woke up and they couldn't find them cuz I'm sitting here thinking that there's a three and a 5-year-old just wandering down the road looking for their parents and it's still messes me up inside. I kind of at least feel better that the children were adults now

[@Irish_Georgia_Girl]

I used to think the exact same thing lol before hearing the back story.

[@izzyandthecity]

I'm from Spain and I'd never heard of those cases/stories. So weird!

[@christineshotton824]

I appreciate that you talk about mental health for veterans. My son was US Army 11 Bravo and served two combat tours; Iraq and Afghanistan. When he decided not to re up after his Afghan tour, he was transferred to Korea for 6 months, then Stateside for 6 months. I think that gradual decompression helped him a lot. I can't imagine how mind blowing it would be to get dumped into civilian life straight from combat ops.

[@seanfisher6936]

I'm from Canada but I thank your son and you.

[@DonDon45-i5h]

@@seanfisher6936 I'm from you but I thank Canada and your son

[@LoneStarStinger]

Going civilian straight from active sucks… The freedom is overwhelming and civilians seem feral. Feels like you have to start all over in the world.

[@truthseeker2321]

​@LoneStarStinger The government started that crap with the Vietnam War. My uncle who fought in the European theater of ww2 was still in Europe for 6 months after combat operations ended, before being sent home. It was still a shock, but not as bad as being in combat in Vietnam one day and being home that same week.

[@Kaniwani]

I remember reading about "The Way" many years ago and the band mentioned that they thought the old couple might've ran away on a romantic getaway and leaving everything behind to start a new carefree life or to escape their current one or something. So, they composed the song. Then they saw the updated news about finding their bodies. It's heartbreaking. Next time you guys listen to the song, pay close attention to the lyrics. Chilling when you know the backstory of it.

[@viking7509]

Around the 18 minute mark you show a picture of a truck from a company called Den Hartogh. Here i am sitting in my own Den Hartogh truck watching your video on my break. I am an employee there. Very random but i loved the coincidence 😁😆

[@rickkonesnii]

That's so cool bro 😊

[@Terese02]

So cool 😊

[@KeeperoftheLostHistories]

Best tip I've heard in a long time. A definite MUST for reposting. If you are ever lost while hiking, or get stranded with a broken down car, ect and notice your mobile phone is low on battery or has no signal, here is a tip that may save your life. Change your voicemail to a message that gives your approximate location, the time, the date and your situation (lost, stranded, injured, car trouble) and any special instructions like you are staying with the car or walking towards town ect.... The best part of this is even if your phone dies or has no service your voicemail will still be heard by whoever trys to call you and they can either come find you or send help more easily. Pass On This Message. It Is A Life Saver!!!

[@brandonrester8629]

Today is my 20th birthday and I'm sick with covid but Mrballen posting a video on my birthday just makes me smile. Love what you do Mrballen keep it up😊

[@AmazingFalcon276]

Happy birthday! 💜

[@weezieyo]

Hey hey, it’s my birthday, too! Happy birthday, and feel better soon!

[@louiselill1528]

Happy birthday 🎂 🥳 hope you get better quickly

[@happycamper4thewin]

Happy Birthday!🎂🎊🎈🎉

[@eyeambrittney]

Happy 20

[@DravenNelsonLive]

I love you Mr. Ballen. You not only tell amazing stories but now you’re singing too! I can’t get enough. Your wife is a very lucky lady. You are my definition of “that guy’s really cool!”

[@mitsuomits9077]

Omg I love that song... thanks for telling the story. Btw, about the story, maybe she just felt asleep. So sad.

[@corrinbielawski8035]

Or maybe she didn't. Maybe they decided together, one last road trip, one last flight out into the night, and to a place where age would never touch them ever again.

[@princesssolace4337]

Nah .... they both lived a long and fruitful life .... Who really wanna live forever or beyond 70 anyways?

[@johnathanmann1120]

I think their niece commented on a copy of the video on KZbin

[@xinor0435]

@@princesssolace4337 who would wanna live beyond 70 anyways? r u dumb a lot of people 🤣

[@Kittie28]

@@princesssolace4337 John Glen was in the Space Shuttle Discovery's STS-95 mission at 77. If you take care of your mind and body in your youth, life even in your 80s can be good

[@DesTCAllday]

I didn’t expect to get a MrBallen serenade halfway through but I’m so glad I chose this video

[@EthelBerryan-nu8xn]

This is why I am so cautious about accepting food from people I don't know extremely well. I need to see them eat it first ... Lol

[@ViralClipsENT]

But what if the person who made the food is a cannibal . They wouldn't have a problem eating with you lol 😂

[@LEVENEGRANT3]

Not even if they eat it first 😂

[@ViralClipsENT]

@@LEVENEGRANT3 big facts . Smart girl

[@donnadeerman7557]

Omg wow you already had me hooked with your story telling and now you got this old ladys heart with your singing. Your wife is very lucky as im sure you are with your wife. My husband of 43 years still sings to me . Love the stories as usual ❤

[@janemiettinen5176]

That’s adorable! My husband begs me to not sing, he is sure I can kill birds with my voice, for them to drop from sky mid-flight :)

[@Replicanna]

I should appreciate more when my husband sings to me, thank you for reminding me.

[@saundrajohnson1571]

Yes! Know the song. Never knew the title, the band, the lyrics or the story, but recognized it instantly with your vocalization.

[@globyois]

My kudos and admiration for your bravery. Few people with that voice would break out in song with such boldness and abandon. Way to go!

[@Whimsicaldreams8]

I don’t know what has me more shook… the sheer number of times he had to say “sex toys” with a straight face or the fact he’s not wearing his traditional plaid patterned flannel! Great storytelling as usual though!! ☺️

[@angelinaluther6535]

What’s not flannel about that flannel 😂😂😂😂

[@xXTwigManXx]

but....... He literally is..... Wtf are you talking about

[@Whimsicaldreams8]

@@angelinaluther6535 I edited my response for you. 😌

[@Whimsicaldreams8]

@@xXTwigManXx I am talking the f*ck about the pattern. After more closely inspecting the fabric I see that it may in fact be flannel. I have edited my comment to clarify and eliminate any confusion I have caused. ☺️

[@veronicamarrs]

You guys, he's probably thinking of Buffalo plaid as the main flannel

[@screamingtima1318]

Does anyone think maybe the first couple planned this, not wanting to go on living with declining health?

[@Gaby-fb7gh]

I was thinking that as well... it's really sad but if they were struggling with their cognitive function, they might have a period of lucidity and decided to end it.

[@TheLithp]

It's weird that they wouldn't watch the show first though.

[@briannasprague1328]

Op no I think "declining function" means dementia. Unfortunately alot of older people don't take diagnoses like dementia and laziness very seriously. If she was driving at night in Arkansas (ive been there i can attest) that those roads are very scary and hard to see sometimes. She may have driven off on accident but it definitely was not on purpose. If you want to see more interesting info about this I recommend watching Adeventures with Purpose. A great Chanel about missing persons cold cases.

[@Snjuska]

Thought of it immediately, but their life also sounded like they would be a couple that believes in God and church goers. Those believe suicide is a sin, so i dismissed that, but maybe im also wrong and they did decided to do it on a day that was special for them too, but again, i think that wasn't the case, it was probably terrible accident and why there weren't any marks is probably that she just couldn't grasp the situation and react fast enough, as they were older people and it was so sudden for them.

[@conrradotorres4653]

My parents happened to know them. They were experiencing the signs of alzheimers/dementia. Salado was a super small town back then, and everyone knew each other. I kinda wanted to ask more about this incident, but it was too heartbreaking. In 1997, I was 3 at the time of their disappearances. The last thing I remembered was a month prior when the Jarrell Tornado hit at the end of May. That day scarred me.

[@TaraTiaraBell]

Mr Ballen is the best part of my week, I’m not well and his storytelling is so comforting it makes me forget my own problems and the pain subsides while my imagination runs with his. My heart definitely goes out to all the misfortune people his stories but he does them great justice ❤

[@ChavonJWright]

Feel better soon, Tara! Stay strong ❤

[@TaraTiaraBell]

@@ChavonJWright Please God 🙏🏼 thank you 💕

[@scottnaylon]

The imagination is a wonderful place. Get well soon, I'll say a prayer 4 you! ❤🌞

[@MysteryMan725]

I hope you feel better soon!

[@thejnasty]

100% agreed! We’re all going through a lot but whenever Mr ballen drops a new video we get to forget about all our worries and enjoy the best story teller on YT 🎉🎉❤❤ I hope you push through whatever you’re going through, ur not alone even if you think u are, trust 🙌🙌

[@dawndakennemer2762]

EVERYONE PRAY 4 HER MOMS LIVER ! Jesus the one great physician !

[@laceyrivera5826]

I was never able to hear the song "The Way" the same way again after I heard the story behind the song. It's such a haunting song and I've always wondered about what happened to the couple.

[@raccoonizzy13]

Whenever MrBallen says “bad smell” telling a story, I always immediately know it’s a corpse. edit: why did i make this comment

[@hipdolly8382]

Here is a Croquette to ease your mind 🤣

[@TheJoungRed]

Whenever MrBallen says "bad smell" telling a story, I always immediately know it's a fart.

[@FedeMarco01]

Whenever MrBallen says "bad smell" telling a story, I always immediately know it's a bad smell

[@futureghost77]

Whenever MrBallen says “bad smell” telling a story, I always immediately know it’s Austin Powers breath.

[@EndGiverTTV]

Facts

[@michelleblake6597]

I also just listened to the first story and love how you sang “the way” yourself. I have been an elementary school teacher for 24 years and speaking to adults is still terrifying to me but you sang for everyone who views this and that takes so much courage and I love your vulnerability. You are the story teller I never knew I desperately needed in my life! Thank you again Mr Ballen for your time, energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and also for your years of service. I’m Canadian but LOve the US so much. You’re a GEM 🎉

[@zeinamcfadden1844]

I’m Canadian, too, and if he came to Canada, I’d go to a show! And he can actually sing.

[@lovegamecoffee9837]

Mr. Ballen will forever be my favorite story tellers of the "strange , dark and mysterious". I've been watching for years now and I am always ecstatic when Sunday rolls around.

[@NIMM_VOID]

8.6M! i'm so happy you're getting the audience you deserve, thank you for all the incredible stories mr ballen 🖤

[@seanfisher6936]

8.64

[@NIMM_VOID]

@@seanfisher6936 8.68

[@penguinpuffles]

Me, seconds into the first story: ANYONE CAN SEE THE ROAD THEY WALK ON IS PAVED IN GOLD

[@hillary6563]

🔥👌

[@BloodBathhhh]

I don’t get how that song relates to the story

[@KDu400]

@@BloodBathhhhit was written about that couple….?

[@BloodBathhhh]

@@KDu400 then why is the road gold when they died driving off the road ?

[@analogpark8059]

​@@BloodBathhhhPretty sure he wrote the lyrics when they were just missing, before they were actually found dead.

[@jesusisalive3227]

Is it just me or are murder sentences getting more lenient? 15 years for murder is not long enough!

[@davidfinsterwald8022]

Unfortunately, this is the case in EU countries. In Germany, for example, most criminals are no longer afraid of punishment because in most cases they are far too harmless or the perpetrators are not prosecuted anyway. Furthermore, our prisons are almost as comfortable as hotels. I recently saw a TV report about a German prison where the prisoners even had a PS2 in their cell. They are also allowed to smoke there, receive visits from their partners in a private room with a bed and buy cigarettes, snacks and other food in a prison supermarket...

[@austinporter6701]

Criminals dont mind going to jail bro its kinda a reset for them or just time to chill and be safe for some years they still get cell phones tvs all that shit and drugs alot of them just keep doing business well in through other people making bank

[@Colbyplaneman]

Also keep in mind that she was like 80 years old so even a 15 year sentence probably means she’s gonna die in prison

[@SamuelHallEngland]

Europe is a joke! People that abuse kids hardly even get any time at all these days. Recently in the UK an Afghan migrant only received community service for repeatedly abusing a 12 year old girl!

[@captainsoi]

@@davidfinsterwald8022 Bruh... me living in a 3rd world country haven't had a console in almost 20 years. Also sometimes even miss meals. Yeah, your prison conditions over there sound comfortable enough. lol