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MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories

Ballen Studios
Capital Murder
Murder
Reincarnation
Possession
Stranger Than Fiction
Underwater Diving
Military
Georgi Markov
Supernatural
Death
Susan Sutton
Christopher Sutton
John Sutton
Homicide
Dybbuk Box
Fabian Ayala
Roberto Ayala
Radiation Poisoning
Neuroscience
Reunion

The Strange, Dark & Mysterious delivered in podcast format.

Follow the MrBallen Podcast on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish twice a week—every Monday and Thursday. Prime members can listen to new episodes 1-month early and all episodes ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes387Founded4 years ago
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True Crime

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Latest Episodes

On the morning of May 17th, 2014, a detective wrote furiously as she sat next to the hospital bed of a mortally-injured 77-year-old woman. The woman had been in a coma for the last ten days, and the detective had been desperately working to figure ou... more

Today’s podcast will feature 3 stories where things are not what they seem. The audio from all three stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been remastered for today's podcast.

Story names, pr... more

Late on a June evening in 2000, a detective with the Easton PA Police Department sat in his car on a darkened neighborhood street, surveilling a house nearby and waiting patiently. After what seemed like an eternity, someone emerged from the house, c... more

Today’s podcast will feature 3 stories that will make you wonder how many monsters you may have encountered in your life. The audio from all three stories has been pulled from our main YouTube channel, which is just called "MrBallen," and has been re... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Segura
A popular comedian and actor known for his storytelling abilities.
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Episode: Storytime with MrBallen | Tom Segura
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Episode: Listen Now: Hysterical

Host

Mr. Ballen
Host and executive producer with a knack for captivating storytelling, often focusing on strange, dark, and mysterious subjects.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 128.2k ratings
  • Stories that stay with you

    MrBallen has a gift for storytelling. Stumbled across his channel about a month ago and have been moistening to every episode now. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LissySoto
    United States15 days ago
  • Omg🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

    This is the only podcast I listen to now on car rides it hits the spot sometimes I just turn it on and listen all day it is really good.i hate scary movies but this is just the best I wish I could rate this 10000 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrballan is the goat
    United States16 days ago
  • Best podcast ever

    Love love love this guy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Engman19
    United States17 days ago
  • Best story structure

    I have tried several different crime, mystery, story telling podcast and I always return to Mr. Ballen because his story structure, tone, and length are perfect for me. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SWisniewski
    United States18 days ago
  • Please

    Stop getting rid of all your other Podcast please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redactedfan
    United States18 days ago

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Many express disappointment over some episodes featuring ad repeats or recycled content.
Listeners praise the host's captivating storytelling ability and the engaging real-life narratives.
There are mixed feelings regarding guest appearances, with some fans appreciating the fresh perspectives, while others feel it disrupts the podcast's original style.

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Storytime with MrBallen | Tom Segura
Q: Do you have either a favorite or a go-to story that you would use on stage?
Tom mentions a true story about a guy named Justin who lost his wallet in a cab, and how he returned it after a series of humorous events, emphasizing the importance of storytelling.
Murder by the Slice (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
Q: What happened on the night of the murders?
Valerie and Harvey Looney were brutally murdered in their pizzeria by their son, Chris, who was motivated by financial issues and a desire to claim a life insurance policy.

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This podcast offers a captivating exploration of unusual, eerie, and sometimes chilling true stories from various realms, including medical mysteries, unexplained phenomena, and haunting experiences. Each episode presents a unique narrative, often intertwining crime with deep psychological elements, providing listeners with a blend of suspense and intrigue. Notable for its storytelling style, the podcast captivates its audience by recounting real events in a way that highlights the strange and dark aspects of human nature.

Listeners can expect a diverse array of topics, from true crime narratives detailing unexplained murders to medical mysteries that challenge the limits of understanding. The podcast's unique structure regularly features ... more

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this podcast launched 4 years ago and published 387 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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