This True Crime Story Will Send Chills Down Your Spine - MrBallen

Chris and MrBallen discuss the story of the most terrifying first date in history.
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[@ChrisWillx]

Hello you savages. Watch the full episode with MrBallen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHash5qJjrWMmbc! Get up to 32% discount on the best supplements from Momentous at livemomentous.com/modernwisdom

[@TheIamrock]

That was a mad teaser then, lol😂

[@TheIamrock]

Can't wait for the full one.!!!

[@yeahokbuddy]

I lost it every time it cut to your facial expression 😂😂😂

[@sethwiley7839]

You should have put sneak peak or just a few minutes of the story. This was advertised as a full story just to up your foot traffic, how lame.

[@thecookinestkid401]

HOLY CRAP! I REMEMBER hearing this story before but it was on Mr. Nightmare's channel, I think. And it was from the perspective of a friend of the couple's daughter. Freaky, man!

[@blainesgame]

The fact that Mr Ballen told this story perfectly on a podcast-one take. Insane.

[@MrBallen]

Thanks!

[@joshgee8714]

​@@MrBallen my fanny hurts

[@Good_Guerilla]

​@@MrBallen Really makes me happy to see youtubers like you or deadmeat make such an impact in a unique niche. Great stuff 🙂

[@LuUCamHD]

He is 1 of 1 😢❤

[@sallyh.6362]

The reason Mr Ballen has 8m subs is because of his genius in TELLING stories, as if he’s sitting in your living room, telling you personally. More often now he’s reading other people’s scripts and I miss when he tells stories like this.

[@GrannySkeksis]

Going for a walk in the forest with no flashlight with someone you barely know, what could go wrong?

[@carolallison9685]

I've found that scenario usually turns out to be a lot of fun. But im also pretty into happy fun time in the woods.

[@denal0u]

@@carolallison9685 take a weapon & flashlight for precautions….

[@retrochickt7947]

It wasn't her date that was bad. I know I would be hesitant about going with someone I dnk.

[@Inziagold]

Using flashlights in the forest at nights means you are seen first. It's best to allow your eyes to adjust and use your ears or use night vision.

[@tatewinters5565]

This is the 70s. 0.002% of people are evil

[@Bmorefan]

Ive heard literally 100 Mr Ballen stories but it still amazes me how well he can tell a story in detail and have you hanging onto every word

[@soupcqqlers0774]

He's the Goat of scary story telling

[@Soraine_]

I cannot think of anyone who can tell a story as incredibly as he does. It is such a talent, you are drawn into every word.

[@andrewndlovu7353]

True talent These stories are my lullaby

[@tracylalonde4972]

So True 👍 He's a fantastic storyteller.

[@cashflowglo7262]

He is MAGIC

[@ThatMoonFleory]

Chris: Have you got any stories that fit this environment? Ballen: Cmon, dude.

[@TomGS]

5 minutes later M B: Aaand that's the story Chris: wide-eyed, terrified, and questioning his life choices

[@ReggieJPhotos]

Literally every story MrBallen ever covered about Oregon 🤣

[@nanaman]

If’n he didn’t he would in a heartbeat 👍

[@CloudHeady]

😂

[@delayeddeloy7761]

*Chris and john in a desert* "Have you got any stories that fit this environment?" Mrballen: "Say. My. Name."

[@paddycrackhead]

The quality of the set is insane. Congrats!

[@benparrish672]

Dude, their outside. U should try it sometime. & I am Vampyr

[@thecoolrich]

Colors are off to me

[@ndl78]

Green screen ?

[@TheLeftCollectiveTLC-sb9zf]

How did they upload it to make it a Long Widscreen Rectangle PiP video on IPhone ??

[@petersandnes2]

​@@TheLeftCollectiveTLC-sb9zf It's recorded and uploaded in 21:9. That's how

[@badandy9716]

I've heard this story before, but the way Mr. Ballen tells it makes my skin crawl.

[@DefeatLust]

Haha, same. I knew exactly where it was going, but he was telling it like such a pro, with the spooky background, I was tuned in! 😂

[@Tybolt1]

Chris Destefano told story of his aunt or something having this happen

[@micheletravis9057]

You are right, I have heard some of the same stories, but Mr. Ballen makes them scarier

[@sethwiley7839]

Imagine if it was the whole story but it’s not. Read the descriptions before you make yourself look foolish

[@codyeble0713]

At first I thought it was gonna be the man under her bed story

[@wvbo]

it’s cool to hear him tell a story without edits he’s actually really great at it

[@NorthwoodsWolf]

For a few years now, Mr. Ballen has been a part of my weekend that I make an appointment for. 100%.

[@MrBallen]

🙌

[@kelle_li]

In which form/platform?

[@justinklaassen7190]

@@kelle_li KZbin! He has his own channel where he covers stories exactly like this each week! Has been going for years, so if you haven't been a fan for years, there is alot to catch up on!

[@Cheekychappy36]

He’s awesome. I met him and his family at the airport in Austin last year. Just want over very quick, shook his hand and said I loved his videos. Didn’t want to bother him further when he was about to head on a trip with his family, but he asked me a couple questions and was super nice.

[@BEEZYS-WORLD]

Every Sunday..remember when it was 3 4 or even 5 times a week

[@vesper180]

This is exactly why you should NEVER ignore "that feeling" or disturbing vibe, when you get one!

[@jamesprior2496]

I would get that 'vibe' even before driving to that site - especially at night! There are other demons in forests besides Bundy.

[@kcm4511]

The face he makes at 5:08 is me 90% of the time I'm watching a Mr. Ballen video. I really hope Mr. Ballen considers narrating a book on an audiobook platform. He's literally perfect.

[@vesper180]

me, too! 😳😂

[@kokoBuSiLiCa]

Mr Ballen is HANDS DOWN my favorite youtube channel for over 2 years now. This guy is a painter with words in the way he story-tells.

[@anthonyike1046]

Do you have any evidence?

[@adamcox5311]

I found mr ballen in lockdown early 2021. When it was “3-4 or even 5 times a week” pre story introductions! Fantastic guy and storyteller. I’ve preordered his book and can’t wait to read it!

[@sayedaayan3169]

Miss the 3-4 even 5 times a week then it became Mondays and Thursdays and now it's only on sundays😭

[@karenroot450]

Yes the good ole days with Mr Ballen!! Hell yes. But once a week is much better than none! Plus his new foundation that helps victims and all the Podcasts geez our man is busy! Glad he’s around

[@adamcox5311]

He was the lockdown hero I stumbled upon and I’ve been listening religiously ever since. Medical mystery’s. Mr ballen podcast. Bedtime stories now as well. Can’t wait for the book. Wish he’d do an overseas tour story telling. I’m near London and I’d buy a ticket anytime as I’m sure many would

[@TheFalcon1542]

Stoked for the full interview. 1 minutes in, and I already recall the story from his channel. LOVE IT

[@adammccartney8692]

Does he post clips like this before the full pod comes out?

[@Sir.DavidBruce]

*_The background looks breathtaking._* *It is also astonishing to witness how MrBallen can pull out a story, presenting it just as well as he does in his videos.*

[@GeniusAjinkya]

Mr. Ballen is seriously the best storyteller I have ever seen. Like ever

[@paulallen6992]

Chris is definitely spending some serious money on production. Matching the set lighting to whatever happens to be on the screen, to this level, is genuinely impressive for a podcast.

[@drdickqueso]

It’s AI generated 😂

[@alexrobson1588]

its the virtual studio where they filmed parts of the mandalorian, he made a video about it

[@sethwiley7839]

If you can’t tell the setting is fake then your blind.

[@CoffeeAndSteel]

Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy have some of the most startling interactions with people who have survived encounters with them...

[@KristenDilligaf]

Dude! My dad actually had paintings from JWG Jr, from when he was in prison!!! I have a picture of my dad holding them up from the 90's, it's a long story on why he doesn't still have them... but I wish I had them, I'd sell them and be living pretty right now lol

[@Jeremy-ql1or]

I am always suspicious about those stories. I have heard so many "I know someone who almost went on a date with Ted Bundy" stories. I think it is just one of those natural urban legends people are prone to inventing.

[@KristenDilligaf]

@Jeremy-ql1or lol yeah, but it's so much more fun to believe them!

[@wadewilson8011]

You should hear the story of how my dad and his friends came across the Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run.

[@rujekonyamande469]

​@@Jeremy-ql1or you are not the only one who is suspicious

[@TheWomble82]

Can't wait for this one. Been following MrBallen since he started on KZbin. Got me through the first lockdown.

[@Cappah]

You weren't locked down, you just chose to comply. The plandemic was an IQ test.

[@jibran6906]

favorite podcaster + favorite storyteller = I gotta grab my popcorn for this!!

[@sblive7239]

Don't get too comfortable it's only 8 minutes long. 😆😆😆

[@MattyT200]

The set looks so good wtf

[@sarah9044]

Well, I used to enjoy hiking. Now I'm not too sure...

[@GearReviewDepot]

Nah, this is a very rare case. I actually feel far safer in the woods than in any city. Animals are very predictable, humans… not so much. Again, this case John is telling about isn’t the usual.

[@KEPSAGAMER]

@@GearReviewDepot yes and no..... it's different when you have a gun on your hip and are capable of getting to it quickly and functioning in high stress....

[@Jeremy-ql1or]

@@SassaFrass28 That is definitely not true at all. While animals and accidents might be a danger in remote areas, you are let likely to have trouble with any humans there than anywhere else. And that is not just because there are less humans to cause trouble but because the humans out there are much less likely to be the kind of person to cause trouble. The kind of people who attack random people are disturbed individuals who would not have the resources and intellect to be able to survive in those remote areas.

[@MiklosKov]

Come hike here in Utah.

[@CoolBreeze413]

Just carry

[@Leodevil222]

The way he tells the story is like I m actually there , it feels so real

[@hiddendrifts]

human intuition is a fascinating thing. idk if it's some 6th sense or a subconscious ability to perceive that something is off, but being able to make intelligent choices based off of "feeling" is super impressive

[@Father_Quant]

Been watching mrballen for years. His KZbin videos are better than a Netflix series. Every single video is a banger

[@MrBallen]

Thank you!!!

[@terrylee1029]

Mr. B Allen your truth/story telling is just as captivating as listening to Morgan Freeman. Suspense, intensity and spine tingling what the fuck. You are awesome at what you do brother ! Thank you for your services.

[@andrewmweisse]

MrBallen is such an amazing storyteller...pumped for this pod!

[@MRHG126]

The algorithms blessed me the day that they showed me MrBallen's channel on the very day he posted his first video. I have been a regular fan the entire time and I love seeing that you and others are recognizing his sheer talent and the care he has for his followers

[@andrewbrady6154]

I've seen Mr Ballen tell this story before ...... but I still got the chills up the spine ! Master storyteller at work!

[@Joshalots]

People bond over dramatic events better than any other way. You share something that you both went through and no one else has.

[@ReggieJPhotos]

We need the full version asap! Huge fan of you both!

[@DanceBeforeTheStorm_]

Asking MrBallen if he has a good story is like asking if the rain is wet

[@gerardroll6468]

“Fireside stories with Mr Ballen”… I’ve never been a fan of camping myself but with Mr Ballen around, I’d happily rough it for a few days & listen intently once the stories would start 👍😁

[@maureendrozda9960]

The Host Said That Is Actually A CAR On Fire .....

[@bsharp8390]

Wait, i think i've heard Mr Ballen saying the F word for the first time in my life...and it felt wholesome! Kinda like he is casually narrating to his friends, so genuine!

[@GracjanGornig]

Bro, your quality is so high I don't want to watch other interviews. Keep up the good work!

[@matemondovics9990]

Man, when I see Mr Ballen in action not in an edited video I realise how much skill he has, I mean it's genuenly impressive. I don't think I could tell a story this well

[@MrBallen]

appreciate that!

[@Nolangrayson_1000]

Chris' Eyes on 5:02 🤣🤣

[@rcmunro22]

Hes even got the perfect head sway, it looks so well executed it almost looks fake with that background.

[@Sirwastealot]

Looks like he's about to go ted bundy on Mr Ballen 😆

[@boxjellyfish9819]

Lmfao 😂 cracks me up

[@marurosado9722]

Yah! I don't know how Mr Ballen hold his laugh when he notice the way he was looking at him! 😂😂😂

[@Thomas-dp8eb]

🤨🤨

[@jerkov420]

@MrBallen 👏 I've heard this story many times before but, as always, your god-tier storytelling makes me feel as if I were listening to it for the first time. The suspense you build up is magical

[@lindas146]

This story scares me every time I listen to it. But I still listen to it.

[@IftiAlam1999]

This is the exact environment I think of whenever I imagine MrBallen telling a story.

[@babychap]

Freakin love Mr Ballen! Been watching him for years. Everytime I hear his intro song and his voice, this deep comfort and nostalgia sets in like a sweet childhood scent

[@Okiedokeyinnit]

Absolutely love this story glad THE FREAKING KING OF STORYTELLING touched on it more!

[@catsandstuff29]

HOW can he tell a story so well off the cuff. Mr ballen you are amazing!

[@dn99199]

I’ve been up that canyon 100’s of times. Definitely a different vibe at night

[@MiklosKov]

The whole county has a different vibe!

[@stuffylamb3420]

The woods at night is creepy in general.

[@morelife6508]

Id like to hear LDS folklore stories about gold mines being guarded by ancients. Stories about bigfoot/cain. Giants in the Rockies and 4 corners area. Stuff has always fasinated me

[@thatrugreallytiedtheroomto4537]

Ahh 😍 Mr. Ballen! I always look forward to his stories. So cool to see him interviewed by a favorite podcaster, this is very exciting :) Thought maybe I'd see him on Rogan before anywhere else, but Modern Wisdom is just as rad. Love you both

[@MiklosKov]

Great story. I love that these two have come together! I live in Utah and I can confirm that whole area around Provo/Orem/Pleasant grove is very creepy and off.

[@Max-qk3xi]

I lived there for a year and can confirm most the areas around there are creepy at night

[@VIJAYzk]

Hearing this story past midnight in my pitch black bedroom really gave me the chills.

[@dianeinocencio1473]

Same here!

[@raneylee9617]

Mr. Ballen is my favorite!!! Epic story teller and his mom is such a great writer. ❤

[@patriciaponce9400]

My brother recommended your stories and I am so glad he did, I love all of them. Thank you.

[@i_youtube_]

The background made this podcast amazing 😍

[@iliasherbalist]

Chris yet again taking the production game 10 levels ahead. Well done, sir, well done! This is spectacular.

[@ShareFestPodcast]

Wish I could subscribe twice. Insane cinematic experience 🤯

[@seanbrien7293]

And some nerd out there thinks Infinity War was an ambitiously epic crossover!!

[@jarwis556]

Damn, that looks like going camping with your friends and sitting around the fire. Very atmospheric and cozy!

[@mranonymous9449]

Been years since ive came across and follow Mr Ballen. Since he has below a mil subs. Of all the story telling youtubers out there that i came across. No one beats Mr Ballen. I can with certainty assure that. You can hear his stories repetitively without not getting anxious on whats next. Forever Ballen. Love🇸🇬

[@Blancoplanet]

This is awesome production

[@allensharp6876]

This is what I like about your program. You cover so many different subjects. Always interesting.

[@ewrock7635]

Love MrBallen. The Stephen King of our time.

[@mattball3118]

Isn't Stephen King the Stephen King of our time?

[@joshmitchell5654]

Accept that Stephen King thought up and wrote all his stories and this guy just tells other people's stories...

[@JD83000]

Stephen King is a prolific author. John Ballen is the co-founder of Ballen Studios, and narrates some of the content. He's not a writer for the studio.

[@Queen_at_the_Crossroads]

Stephen King CREATED AND WROTE all of his stories. I LOVE Mr. Ballen but he is not in Kings tier. He's a storyteller.

[@joytotheworld2024]

Mr. Ballen is a good story teller. I love the guy but, come on..

[@manray6584]

Wow. This is amazing. MrBallen telling scary stories by a campfire.

[@karenroot450]

Burning car

[@dalecoles-h1r]

What's scariest....mr ballens story or the other dudes eyes😂

[@andreacooper7065]

👀😂

[@jat2345]

Wow two of my favourites. Great content!

[@96arielvictoria]

The way he tells stories makes you feel like you’re actually there. It definitely makes you picture it in your mind.

[@inwe2102]

Love your channel and love Mr Ballen!

[@AnnabelleJARankin]

Just noticed (after years of taking no notice) Mr Ballen isn't just a great story-teller, he's a good-looking dude!

[@BLAISEDAHL96]

This set is phenomenal!! wow

[@nicolegroves6880]

That story will never not be totally insane! Gives me goosebumps!

[@daayemshehzad]

I GODDAMN LOVE THIS NEW SETUP

[@HarmanCoachingSystems]

The way Mr Ballen tells a story is impeccable! He literally can lead you down one path believing one ending then boom … Ted Bundy date

[@Ms_Evolvez]

I’ve stopped it at 1:03 because Mr Ballen Sir your voice lulls me to sleep, I’ve a work- around and I’ll watch it at breakfast! Podcast’s are hilarious it takes me a week to listen to one story! 😂

[@FadriStories]

MrBallen is one incredible storyteller... Can't wait for this podcast!

[@daisyncube5195]

Loving Mr Ballen's hand gestures as he tells the story ❤

[@Rymdis]

The quality of the backdrops are really impressive! Looking forward to Monday! 🎉

[@chloehnorwood]

Goosebumps everytime I hear this one

[@tiaharendt2473]

I’ve spent the last 3 years watching Ballen as I get ready for school/clinical and I finally graduate in 3 days. Thanks Mr.Ballen for keeping me going!

[@jamesparrett2472]

Glad to see Mr Ballen making the podcast rounds.

[@trey206]

This is such a sick set/background for MrBallen to use. I love it.

[@micahhinkle4041]

Loving the new set. So cool!

[@imanimani2x]

The thing I love about Mr. Ballen, he tells stories as if he were there like he literally makes you feel like he witnessed it with his own eyes. So cool.

[@blippitybloo]

Wow 2 of my favorite people in the world. Cant wait for the full drop.

[@TrueDaemonLord]

I heard this story ages ago and couldn never find it again thinking I'd just made it up. Almost fell over when I stumbled on this and instantly realised it was this story after Mr Ballen started 😂

[@fraterseamus]

I love that you're just going for it with the new set and tech, no wading in, let's just go full horrorshow for this segment. 😉

[@acacia_w]

This is so fun with this setting. Looking forward to the full episode.

[@morganwhalen3121]

Dude rhank you for having mrballen, best escapist channel

[@mattymarlsdrou]

I love this format of story telling, a podcast scenario... brilliant Mr Ballen ❤

[@ryanlee3131]

I love both of these guys. Big fan!

[@DisorderlyTwo]

I love how the live story telling of Mr.Ballen videos are just as polished as with his proctored story releases. What a great story teller. Everything about it.

[@Nolangrayson_1000]

How did I go about 17 years of my life not knowing who Mr ballen is?

[@MrBallen]

Not sure 😂

[@jackmurphy8696]

I don't think he has been doing youtube that long

[@beerme8949]

Enjoy the YT binge that will follow! Once your hooked its hard to stop!

[@tommyvarcity2783]

Let me guess your 17 😂

[@jennifersaunders5547]

I just found him a yr ago, love him ❤️

[@wokenmillennial]

When Ballen says the word 'CANYON' im transported to the story all of us Team Ballens know well 😂😂😂 - Love this ❤

[@quirin5061]

i clicked on this because of the set😂. you did a great job with that👌

[@ANGELAcampbell-kh6vl]

Love this man and will be buying his book when it comes out and love his stories and no one comes even close to be as good as him ❤

[@jackwatt8988]

MrBallen is such an interesting guy, and a fantastic story teller.

[@bhargavipba]

I knew what the story was but i still listened to it fully because Mr. Ballen is such a good storyteller 🤣❤️

[@Madonnalitta1]

Woah. Can you imagine being that couple? 😳

[@janowens2212]

You are a gifted storyteller.🤙❤️

[@susanbrowning1863]

I don’t know why I found this so funny. Great set!!!!

[@What.its.like.]

I absolutely love the set Thank you so much for this interview.. the full interview should have way more views that it does… is it being shadow banned

[@LuvDaSkinUAreIn]

Before I even watched this, I knew it was the Ted Bundy story I listened to many times on Mr Ballen!

[@sidd4419]

This is probably the best background yet!

[@petertaylor3446]

Mr. Ballen is great, the why files is amazing too

[@MrPressHere]

I have been stocked to listen to this episode since I saw the first pictures!!!!! MrBallen is just pure pleasure to listen to.

[@brendanmein675]

Well done Chris, Mr Ballen is excellent! 😊