Impulse Outings & Waking Elvis Up

[@debradiggs7489]

Thank you Billy and Jo! I enjoy your memories greatly! We love you all!

[@tomlivesay8407]

My daughter and I were at one of your Sunday sessions during the most recent Elvis Week. I wish I could have been at every one of them. You all seem like regular people like me, you treated us with such kindness, and although I haven’t had the opportunity to get to know you on a personal basis, you have my friendship for as long as you care to have it. Your memories and stories are precious and historically important. I’m 62 and have a very functional memory and mental capacity, and I use this every day in my profession. However, my memories from years ago often run together and, without realizing it, become confused. Sometimes I see actual documentation of something that happened years ago, and it slaps me in the face because it was not exactly the way I remembered it. I say that to say this…MEMORIES FADE! PLEASE WRITE A BOOK! I know you can’t cover everything in these Q & A sessions, so being able to read about as many of your memories as possible would be such a huge blessing. For me, just like you and Elvis, I grew up in the South, so I always try to learn things about Elvis’ life that I may have in common with him, whether they are things that motivated him, personal beliefs, uniquely Southern experiences such as snipe hunting, food, eating habits, religious beliefs, cars, interests, or any other thing that may seem insignificant to you. I reckon it is a way to relate to him. For him to come from a background with similarities to mine, and then to do what he was able to do in his short life, gives regular people like me encouragement that we can excel too. Also, if there are future movies to be made about Elvis that the movie makers want to be as accurate as possible, such a book would be very important, especially if it could be turned into a screenplay. I would love to see a historically accurate movie about Elvis, which includes an accurate account of the dynamics of all the relationships in his life, and not just a partially contrived visualization of his relationship with Colonel, as was the case with the most recent movie. You would probably leave a larger inheritance to your family as well. I wish all y’all well, and as always, I look forward to your next video.

[@gracieg7601]

There’s rumors of Billy and Jo writing a book. Jo did say that even if they were to write a book the stuff that Elvis did entrust them with would not be written anyplace. Elvis trusted them and they would never betray that trust. Billy and Jo know what Elvis would not want told. Billy and Elvis had a pack between them. It will not ever be spoken. I can’t imagine ever pouring water on Elvis to waken him. I would be fighting mad if anyone did that to me. I would never do that to anyone. If it made Elvis mad it would be righteous anger. I can’t imagine anyone being so disrespectful to Elvis.

[@gracieg7601]

I’m glad Billy is telling the stuff in the movie about Gladys not being true. I didn’t ever know gladys and it still made me mad the way she and Vernon were portrayed.

[@Kare1949]

I hated the Elvis movie.

[@tomlivesay8407]

@@gracieg7601 Yes, I would never want anyone to betray Elvis’ trust, whether in a book, or in any other way. There have just been so many inaccurate things said and written about Elvis, many out of context, and many just plain hurtful. Since Elvis passed, there have been many that have tried to capitalize off of Elvis’ name by writing sensationalized or untrue things. Billy and Jo know the truth about things, and can set the record straight on much of the nonsense out there. If any book about Elvis is done with honesty, with the events portrayed placed in proper context, if it is done with respect for Elvis, and if it is a true labor of love, then I do not, in any way, begrudge the author making money from it. I think Billy and Jo knew Elvis as well as anyone, and in some ways, much better than anyone else. A historically accurate book written by them, if done right, and including a complete history from day one, would be the best thing anyone could do to help preserve Elvis’ legacy. They could even come out with multiple volumes, for example, volume one could be from birth to the last day in Tupelo, and including stories about various family members. Volume two could be from leaving Tupelo to the point of Elvis going in to record “That’s Alright Mama.” Volume three could pick up there and go through the army years. Volume four could take the reader through the movie years. Then volume five could cover the rest. They could hire a ghost writer who would write out their memories and stories so they wouldn’t have to actually type out the words. Billy and Jo could maintain complete control of the project. It would just take a lot of time on their part. It would be amazing!

[@carolewainwright2509]

I just love hearing about your life with Elvis. Thank you Billy, Jo and family for all you do for us fans.lots of love xxx

[@TheBooey1650]

All true Elvis fans know you were there with and for Elvis right up to his passing and still sharing his life with us. I hated the movie, detest that witch who acts like Elvis was ALWAYS in love with her. You were the biggest part of his entire life beside his parents and Lisa. Shame on her for omitting you and more. Love you and thank you so much. God bless you.

[@deannamaude2303]

I just love listening to y’all’s stories of the greatest moments of your time with Elvis,I’ll always love him,I’ve ALWAYS said that he was the prettiest man God ever made❤❤Please keep the memories coming we so enjoy hearing them,love to you allTCB⚡️

[@MrRockabilly70]

Lol. That's me asking the question at 19:36 about Elvis meeting Clint Eastwood. I was a little nervous and had so many questions that I wanted to ask but I had to keep it short and brief and ask something simple. Visiting Graceland was a life long dream and meeting you all was a special bonus and memory that will remain with me for the rest of my life. It was a great Q&A session and thank you for everything you do for us fans from all over the world. Best regards from Australia.

[@jofox5418]

Billy and Jo you are so authentic! Your love and respect of Elvis is priceless. ❤

[@carolsue9456]

I just love listening to the two of you tell those stories. What wonderful memories you have. What a wonderful time in life that was for you. You were very blessed.

[@gracieg7601]

Billy and Jo are the best people. I know if I met them I’d have to give Jo a hug.

[@DianeWard-rs2ks]

Enjoy all these real truthful memories you shared with Elvis

[@doriswilliams6422]

Thank you u knew Elvis longer than any of them i believe your version and i read Sally Hoedells book Elvis and Gladys were in pain and looking for relief she was no drunk

[@lorraineridout5727]

I loved the Elvis movie Austin did a fantastic job ... when Austin sang Trouble i got goosebumps... he should have got an award for his part ...

[@TracyTidewater41009]

the ‘22 movie was my introduction to Elvis, believe it or not. I just turned 65. I knew the most popular songs, but knew nothing about him. Never saw his movies. The movie was a spectacular production, great costumes, music, etc. but I knew it was barely skimming the surface. Been devoted to my Elvis studies for the past year (haven’t read ALL the books, there are some doozies out there). What a special human being he was, he’s brought so much joy and sadness to my life - and millions more. Finding EFM and MMK have been such great resources for first hand accounts of him. Really grateful to your family for your generosity in sharing. Went to Graceland last April, loved Memphis. Kinda felt like I was intruding in his house, but was very moved by the burial place in the garden. Even better was visiting Tupelo and the birthplace. It was a very moving experience. Hey, I think I saw Danielle setup ata table by the hardware store. Didn’t know who she was at the time, but thought I remembered her face once I found your videos. Or am I completely wrong? 😅. Im rambling here, but thanks and love to you all.

[@neildarealdeal7129]

This is awesome, the last of you who lived with Elvis, I love this. Keep it coming, thank you! Darealdeal

[@tammy1058]

I love that Billy and Jo are so down to earth and tell the truthful memories of Elvis and no a made up version. Thank you so much for sharing your stories of your Elvis memories. Thank You Danielle for all of your hard work of putting all of this together. Prayers for a successful surgery. I hope you feel better soon. I hope your Dad has Laney in more of his videos. She was hilarious in the last one. She makes a great comedian. Lol!!

[@gracieg7601]

Great job Danielle. Your a Angel. Thank you for all you do to help with this endeavor.

[@ebonyeyestb]

Thank you for all the stories. Love hearing them, although I lived through the Elvis years and followed him and have heard all these stories before. The one thing I noticed was, when someone is doing a presentation, a person doesn’t get up and walk in front of them. They walk around the back of the room, to leave the room. Very professional except for that.

[@bobbyhunt3009]

A complete Joy to watch another EFM video. QUESTION: Why in the world would these people making Elvis movies not include the closest people to Elvis which were Billy and Jo? It makes no sense to me TCB FOREVER

[@riseharris5204]

Same reason our govmint doesn’t want you to know the truth, it’s all about the money!

[@nigelwilson1957]

Hey Billy and Jo! I enjoy your memories look back at all good time with elvis hope have more cool memories bet no day you think of elvis just like all us elvis fans wish he was he today all no in our hearts everday long live elvis

[@ruthjesse6759]

Oh I love yr interviews. So very interesting and love hearing yr one on one interviews. U ARE THE LAST OF THAT KNOWLEDGE RELATIVE & BEST FRIEND THAT NEW THE INS AND OUTS OF ELVIS AND HIM PERSONALLY, TO BE WITH HIM FROM DAY ONE. U telling yr Story for Elvis Legacy FOR THE YOUNG PEOPLE IS WHAT IS NEEDED TO CARRY IT ON. God Bless Billy& Jo for all U do for Elvis Legacy and for ME I PRAISE U Both. All My LOVE.

[@surlif]

I am glad I listen to these videos for many reasons. Billy and Jo are warm authentic people. I appreciate the the truth about the Elvis movie. Thanks for being so straight forward, Jo! and Billy!!I don't blame you. Vernon and Gladys presented themselves so dignified in the short clips we have of them. Gladys has always been precious to me for several different reasons. How sad that most people will defend what they believe is truth after they see such a movie. It has caused me question other movies supposedly based on truth. OH my!! Other movies do not tell the truth about peoples lives. But thanks to you, I am not going to go into a dream world in a movie and think it is truth because it may or may not be. I know why a certain other person is so hurt who was portrayed so different in a movie as to what happened after I read quite a bit about what really happened. I guess there is not much people can do other than what you are doing. LOL IT helped me see the light!

[@DebraBehrens-sn4bi]

Great Memories and stories Thanks for retelling these details of Elvis life as only you could as being with Elvis!

[@ramonatepel1701]

I can't thank you enough ❤for all the great Storys you view us love you all and happy Birthday to nolan all great wishes🎉🎉 and god bless you all🙏⚡️💯❤️

[@Matthew-h6w]

I wish I could have made it out to see this. Hopefully next year! Great stories.

[@JoB-x6m]

Thank you for all your videos. I never want them to end; it's so fascinating listening to your personal stories.

[@alainfortin7087]

Hello to all the Smith family, you are awesome for doing this for us, thank you all! Happy Birthday to Mr. Nolan! 🎂 Grace and Alain from Canada ❤❤❤

[@Fran-j2h]

Another great session. Want to hear more!😊❤️🇦🇺

[@PrestonMoorad]

Question: Did Billy get to meet Natalie Wood when she came to Memphis. Did she stay at Graceland?

[@colleenlong2204]

Loved this video! Thank you! ♥ Happy Birthday to Nolan! 🎂🎈🎉🎉

[@Kare1949]

Billy and Jo you should write a book. ❤️❤️🙏🙏

[@PamRios]

I loved this session!

[@exdus235]

👍👍👍 Yup, it was extra good. 😊😚😊😚😊😚

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Billy and jo daneille you’re videos are amazing fantastic and awesome too watch I love 💕 those stories about elvis too that’s why I always live elvis tcb elvis fans matter ⚡️🕺9:34am

[@delladawn1149]

ELVIS FANS MATTER ❣️❣️

[@mariellenwendel252]

thank u we so enjoy u. 3 girls over 80 .

[@stacymarie7868]

Amazing! Enjoyed listening to these! I have a question, did Elvis ever go to Disneyland?

[@queenscott4572]

Hi Smith Family TYFS ! I enjoyed be blessed.

[@JohnYoung-ls6dd]

I’m an Elvis fan since I was a kid I watched the first Elvis movie with Austin butler for about 20 minutes then stopped , it was terrible I will never watch the one Pricilla was involved with full of lies just for money ,how much money does she need anyway ,Elvis gave most of his away ,he loved to help people, could have charged a lot more for concerts, but he remembered before he was famous money was hard to come by he truly loved his fans a lot more than money , he was and always will be the greatest entertainer who ever lived .thanks for all the TRUE stories.

[@tinakent8432]

Wonderful video.....really enjoyed it❤

[@exdus235]

👍👍👍

[@debroy3262]

Im so happy you share your stories. Thank you!

[@hanalucaj7082]

I love your videos ❤❤ Thank you!!

[@maryannellis4683]

Thank you for all the time you put into these videos. I love hearing your stories because it's your life to not just Elvis. I to wish you would put out a book, there's still so much we don't know. I'm so not going to watch her movie, i try to avoid anything about Priscilla, she seems to be everywhere lately. I don't agree what so did to her granddaughters. If you haven't read Child BRIDE you should, I'm sure you could debunk plenty of her memories. Have a great holiday

[@patrowland2388]

Appreciate you two so much for your honesty and calling out Priscilla and Jerry.

[@GhostToast12]

Thank you all for posting this! #EFM

[@jamesnapier955]

Love you guys but I feel your being to hard on the recent elvis movie...its about the feeling of what was happening at the time and I think the movie captured that ..its not perfect but it was done well 👌

[@janetschroering5283]

I have heard that there was a girl/woman named Laura who fainted at one of Elvis’ concerts and he helped revive her and they became good friends. Billy do you remember anything about her?

[@delorespetree3243]

Love billy and jo for answering alot of questions about elvis enjoy it

[@cd5201]

Wonderful video. Thank you to you & your family for doing this.

[@gaylegardinerankerry12123]

IM GLAD HE MEMTIONED RED AND SONNY BECAUSE THEY WOULD OF GIVEN THEIR LIVES FOR ELVIS

[@cherzum]

Could there be any more squeaking doors and people up walking around?

[@Barbara-lb5yt]

Dear Billy, most of us don't get to go to the session in person and when we listen to them, it is very hard to understand what all is being said. The people that are there are going in and out of the room constantly and on top of that the door makes a noise every time it is opened and shut. They move around a lot. It's already hard bc they cough and clear there throats but a lot of them whisper and talk amongst themselves while a question is being asked or when you are answering a question. I wish they would be more respectful. We get to hear less that 30 minutes, these are not children and one would think that they could be still and quiet for 30 minutes. Also, is there a better set up or a way to block out the noise in the room where we can just hear the person asking the question and where we can just hear your response and/or Jo's. I am not trying to be negative, it's just that we people out here that have to listen via youtube want to be able to hear the question and answer clearly. I don't know if technology could help in that way or maybe a set of rules for those that attend. I mean You and Jo give of your time and we appreciate it so much. Before the session begins, can there be signs outside the door and a person telling people to go to the bathroom before it starts and have some rules listed before they go in and then someone go over the rules before it starts. I think a class of 4th graders would move around less and be more quiet and attentive. Rules like: please got to the bathroom before it starts, do not get up once the session begins, turn off all cell phones, no talking amongst yourselves, I mean we hear people whispering to each other and carrying on a conversation, try to be as still and quiet as possible. If you go to youtube and watch these back, you will see what we are talking about. I also read some other comments discussing these matters. Anyway, we appreciate you and Jo for doing all that you do for the Elvis Fans. You are both so awesome. I just wish that some of the fans acted like we all matter. Thank you so much for listening and we hope we get some conversation and feedback on this matter. Thank you.

[@myelvischannel1992]

Enjoyed watching 👍👍👍

[@BronsonOsborne]

really enjoyed this alot thanks for all you do

[@bobbyhunt3009]

I've been a true Elvis fan my whole life, my family although Elvis fans they haven't been diehard fans like me so when the movie (with the Butler guy) came out, I told them as the movie was playing, that's not true, that didn't happen, that's not even close to what happen. They all liked it and I HATED it. I dont see how a true Elvis fan could've liked that movie. As far as I'm concerned it was complete trash and lies. I explained this to my family but without me telling them the truth, they would've believed it all and it's a shame the younger generation is gonna believe the movie and the older generation too who doesn't know a lot about Elvis. I sincerely hope Billy and Jo get to make the Ultimate Elvis movie with the way it truly was.

[@LorieLee7]

I didn’t like that movie either. Nope.

[@pattynuzzello9035]

You can see it was through the eyes of Pricillas memories as she was in the many parts it was strange how it bounced around to much from one era to another also

[@bobbyhunt3009]

@@pattynuzzello9035 Agree 100%, my family kept saying he looked like Elvis and I said What, he looked nothing like Elvis. Butler did as good as he could but he never looked, moved, sounded, or acted like Elvis. In Butlers defense, nobody could play Elvis where Elvis fans would say oh yeah, now that guy reminded me of Elvis. That will never happen for true Elvis fans

[@lbclerk]

It's "Midnight" and I miss you, a song by Elvis to where he says "Listen Cilla"...I just listened to this out of curiosity. Do you think Elvis was broken hearted by Priscilla leaving that you all maybe thought he wasn't (the mafia that is)? Was there a threat to Elvis to marry Priscilla or be exposed for dating a 14 year old? To me it seems like he wanted her for himself from the time he met her. He was raised under Christian values through his mother right. There's so many books and stories about him crying for instance not wanting to marry her...what's the true and what is made up? It's all really sad to me. Your thoughts?

[@lbclerk]

Btw I just adore Billy & Jo❤

[@cindyphifer970]

Thanks for telling the truth. I have no intention of seeing the movie about Priscilla and why they would listen to her stories about his Mom is beyond me

[@lauramuttoni130]

Amazing video. I agree totally with you about the new movie. You were the most important family yo Talk about Elvis because you were with him until his end. Thank you so much for sharing this.❤❤❤

[@LorieLee7]

I agree… I didn’t like that movie at all

[@angelitaweis4216]

3 Sep 2023. Right on Jo.

[@shlomitbuttel7713]

❤

[@williesmall3855]

Next best thing of being there ❤

[@Mary-w7c4z]

Thank you very much. ❤

[@richardeidemiller6739]

I went to the movie only to show there was still interest in Elvis. That being said I left before it was over, I think where he was portrayed as crawling after Priscilla. I couldn't stomach any more. Chaotic mess from beginning to end and you've confirmed my belief that this was some fantasy dreamed up by a flamboyant film maker and his x wife. My only question is how Lisa went along with this mess. Vicki

[@HGWTPaladin]

I wish someone would make a true Elvis movie using people like Billy & Jo who actually knew him growing up before the fame.

[@JohnLeo-e3u]

How many times did Elvis perform without Charlie Hodge?

[@rocntcb]

Thanks for sharing. Hope all is doing well.

[@gpt465]

❤So many good and true stories you share about Elvis! Don't care to see Priscilla"s movie at all!So tired of her making herself the victim. As I have learned she was not a victim!Many girls had older boyfriends in the day!I like Jerry but think he tries to say things to keep her close to him!Never knew he was that close to Elvis!Some more things Priscilla wants people to believe. Know he was closer to Billy Jo than Jerry! Any way thanks for keeping it real❤❤❤❤❤ Happy Birthday to Nolan!

[@sandraleonard945]

Hi I'm love yall I will never get to Memphis the way things love now but I love yall you are so down to earth and just really good people wish you the best of health and I send you a big hug love MMK TO HES A SWEET HEART LOVE SALLY FROM WICHITA FALLS TEXAS

[@sandraleonard945]

Did yall get to read what I said about prissy mover se is a

[@sandraleonard945]

She is a

[@sandraleonard945]

She is a gold digger has been all her life I don't andaty lies that come ourt won't believe the lat coo

[@sandraleonard945]

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[@michellevolkmann5675]

Hi

[@diannemcintosh8447]

Love the stories, but I really wish someone would fix that squeaking door with some WD40 lol.

[@sandydepriest8198]

questions, did Elvis bathe the last year's of his life

[@gailcalderone5229]

Your an idiot..When was your last letter from the board of Health???

[@JohnLeo-e3u]

Elvis took Billy and Jo as the closest people to him and with out a doubt Elvis knew that Billy and Jo would be there for him and they wouldn’t die before him.

[@katgirlblue]

This business of criticizing every detail in the movie is so tiresome. There's not a movie that's ever been made that could get every detail historically perfect, for the simple reason that the timeline has to be changed in the interest of time and moving the story forward. Even Bohemian Rhapsody, which was produced by Brian May, who lived it, had a lot of incorrect details. When asked about it, he said, the movie has to tell the story and this was a better way - words to that effect. No one claimed that this was a documentary, and it wasn't supposed to be. Also, Priscilla did not have a lot of input at all. She met with Baz for lunch and asked him to send her the script, but he never did. Baz and his crew had an office at Graceland, and he was doing research there for four years, and had access to the archives and Angie Marchese and anything else he wanted. I wish people would understand that film making is an art, and even documentaries very often get facts wrong - I've seen many. Watching the Elvis movie, I saw right away the "mistakes" in the timeline and locations of events - but it was a great movie, and brought new fans and respect. I know that scene didn't happen in the hallway, but you have to keep the story moving. Also, I don't think that Billy and Jo (and I love them both) would ever be satisfied with any movie about Elvis. They were too close to him and experienced it all from the inside.

[@joanedwards-de6pl]

The movie was more about “Colonel” Parker and what a shyster he was. At least that was my impression.

[@katgirlblue]

@@joanedwards-de6pl well not really, except as in relation to Elvis. Do you think anyone would have gone to see it, if it was called "Colonel" instead of "Elvis," and if it was marketed as a movie about Tom Parker?

[@Daffy-w8i]

Larry gellar is telling a story about doctor nick putting Elvis head in a bucket of iced water under col Parker’s orders that the only thing that matters is he goes on this is according to Larry and Elvis was not well l would like to know if this was true or not as Larry gets on my nerves and l don’t believe much of what he says all he think is his self worth

[@helennorden9386]

It's called artistic license unfortunately!

[@loriroberts1159]

The Elvis movie wasn’t a biopic so I understand that every situation wasn’t exactly as it really happened. I don’t understand way Jo feels so much dislike towards Priscilla. Jo as a wife wanted Billy to be home and complained if he was gone too long. I love Elvis and have been a fan but he was also a man and made mistakes as a husband as all husbands do. What wife is okay with a Cheating husband. Yes…Priscilla knew what she was getting into but should she deal with it?

[@patrowland2388]

Is there any way to stop Priscilla from continuing to trash Elvis? I cannot understand the following she has. She must be very amused by how she shows her resentment for and anger with Elvis and people don’t see it. I wish she could be stopped from ever talking about him again.

[@7kandyland]

I didn't like the movie either. Austin seemed like a boy and elvis also seemed like a man even though he would have a boyish spirit about him.

[@reddmendoza6765]

Will somebody PLEASE spray WD-40 on that squeaky door!!