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I Surprised African Tribal Warriors by Speaking Their Language
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I went to America’s so-called “poorest region” of Appalachia expecting to find dilapidated shacks and gun-toting hillbillies but instead found futuristic architecture, fine dining, old money hotels, a vanishing dialect of English that almost doesn’t exist anymore, but most importantly just some incredible people you’re not gonna find anywhere else in the entire world.
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0:00 Introduction
0:32 Sponsored by ExpressVPN
1:46 First time flying to Appalachia
3:22 A really fancy hotel
5:53 He lives off the land
10:13 She was shocked when I spoke Chinese in Appalachia
12:09 An intense ATV ride through the hills of West Virginia
15:48 Exploring an abandoned coal company store
18:30 Fancy restaurant with a cigar lounge in this “poor town”
22:20 Trying authentic Appalachian breakfast with local family
26:53 Locals shocked when I speak rare Appalachian dialect
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Anyway, recently I learned some of the Sicilian language and then went to Sicily and tried to use it there and it was pretty hilarious. On the beautiful island of Sicily people speak Italian but also the related language of Sicilian, which has a bunch of sub-dialects, and so I tried learning the Palermitan dialect which is spoken in the city of Palermo, and then I went to Palermo to try it out on the locals and because most people here speak this language only with family and friends and not in public they were quite surprised to see me speaking. Furthermore I feel like the people who taught me this language were messing with me because I unintentionally ended up learning the slangiest, dirtiest version of this language I could, and so it sparked all kinds of interesting reactions.
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Join me on an unforgettable journey to Zhenba, a hidden gem nestled in the mountains of China where few foreigners ever set foot. Watch as I navigate this charming town, surprising locals at every turn with my unexpected presence and even more unexpected language skills!
From the bustling market streets to quiet corners where traditions still thrive, witness the genuine shock and delight on people's faces as they realize an American is exploring their hometown. You'll see:
* Locals doing double-takes and asking if I'm really American
* Hilarious moments of mistaken identity ("Are you from Xinjiang?")
* Authentic interactions as I chat in the local dialect, leaving residents amazed
* Unique cultural experiences like trying homegrown tobacco and learning about fresh walnuts
* The warmth and hospitality of Zhenba's residents as they welcome this surprise visitor
Experience the raw, unfiltered reactions as I sample local delicacies, navigate language barriers, and bridge cultural gaps in this seldom-visited corner of China. It's a rare glimpse into a world where globalization hasn't fully reached, and the sight of a foreigner is still a genuine surprise.
Whether you're a language enthusiast, a culture vulture, or just love seeing authentic human interactions, this video offers a unique window into rural Chinese life and the power of cross-cultural communication.
0:00 Introduction
0:29 Special announcement
1:50 Selling memory cards with old music
3:08 They're convinced I'm from China
4:26 Are these peaches too sour?
4:45 This Chinese bread is delicious
6:45 “Does this foreigner speak Chinese?”
8:08 A deep conversation with a corn vendor
9:36 Buying peaches from a salesman
10:16 “American? What are you doing here?”
11:59 Stranger on the street is startled to see a foreigner
12:32 They don't believe I'm American (round two)
13:02 Why are there so many IRL live streamers in China?
13:48 What are they smoking?
17:36 They try to give me free food
20:31 They sell craft beer on the street
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I went to the city of Chengdu in Sichuan, China where locals speak Sichuanese instead of Mandarin. I got to sample the city's famous food scene, sampling everything from 'internet famous fatty intestines' to mysterious 'tizi' fruit. But the real spice kicks in when I start chatting with locals in their own Sichuanese dialect! From ear-cleaning sessions to impromptu language lessons, witness the shock and delight on locals' faces as they realize this 老外 (foreigner) can sling Sichuanese slang with the best of them. "Where did you learn that?!" they ask, jaws dropping as I explain I picked it up in America! Experience the warmth of Chengdu hospitality as street vendors, tea sellers, and passersby welcome me into their world, sharing laughs, stories, and of course, plenty of mouthwatering local delicacies. Whether you're a language enthusiast, a foodie, or just love seeing genuine cultural exchanges, this video offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Sichuan. Come along as I turn a simple stroll through Chengdu into an unforgettable linguistic and culinary journey!
0:00 Introduction
1:06 Getting my ears cleaned on the street
4:02 Marriage market
5:44 Turkish man sells me ice cream in Chinese
6:58 Eating spicy rabbit head in China
9:11 Sponsored by LingoPie
10:11 Stranger offers me "internet famous" fatty intestines
10:46 Fresh persimmons from a farmer
11:51 Soy milk is too cold for this American!
12:25 They are very surprised to meet an American
15:36 She tells me how amazing Chengu is
16:17 "You speak Sichuanese better than me"
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0:00 Introduction
1:13 Getting grilled on American politics while getting shoulder massage
6:09 Foot massage from a fake blind guy
7:20 What is blind massage?
9:16 Trying "authentic" blind massage
11:40 Powerful massage from a blind man
16:27 Finishing up
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I visited China’s most futuristic and cyberpunk city, Chongqing, which is actually the world’s most populous city by administrative area (even though this includes a large rural population). I was completely shocked when coming here and found the city to be maybe the most interesting place I’ve ever been to, or at least the most visually stunning. And the way total strangers treated me…man, I just can’t get over it.
0:00 World's biggest city built on a mountain
3:41 Stranger takes me to the top of the mountain
5:51 Taking a subway through a building
6:46 Chongqing's secret cyberpunk underground
7:34 Getting coffee via QR code
8:47 Old Chinese fortune teller predicts my future and gives me therapy
11:14 Getting caught in a massive rain storm
13:06 Biggest crowd I've ever seen
14:31 He built this telescope out of spare plumbing supplies
16:16 Chongqing's "spiciest" hotpot
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0:00 Introduction
0:14 My language courses: Street-Smart Languages
1:33 First time taking a high-speed train in China
2:33 He treats me to a free breakfast
5:15 Buying a whole chicken
5:50 Getting a haircut on the street
8:56 Strangers confused by foreigner
10:48 "Hardcore Russian products"
11:51 Making friends in a Muslim neighborhood
14:22 Trying Chinese smokers' medicine
15:16 Trying fresh spices
16:18 Everyone here dresses in traditional clothes
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So I just arrived with my entire family to China! Today I’m here with my wife in Beijing, which I haven’t been to in 15 years (although I have been to other parts of China in the interim), and I’m really excited to see how the city has changed.
Note: in an earlier version of this video I clickbaitily described myself as “moving” to China even though we'll only be here for a little over a month, which some of you felt was excessive. I agree, and so I’ve updated the title and video to reflect.
0:00 Introduction
1:29 Sponsored by Babbel
2:42 China is a cashless society
3:47 Rickshaw ride through the hutongs
7:22 Buying a fan on the streets of Beijing
8:59 Trying fermented tofu juice for the first time
10:31 Useful things in China
11:16 Finding pearls in an oyster
13:06 Dressing up like a Chinese emperor
13:39 Deep ear cleaning on the street
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Anyway, recently I learned some of the Sicilian language and then went to Sicily and tried to use it there and it was pretty hilarious. On the beautiful island of Sicily people speak Italian but also the related language of Sicilian, which has a bunch of sub-dialects, and so I tried learning the Palermitan dialect which is spoken in the city of Palermo, and then I went to Palermo to try it out on the locals and because most people here speak this language only with family and friends and not in public they were quite surprised to see me speaking. Furthermore I feel like the people who taught me this language were messing with me because I unintentionally ended up learning the slangiest, dirtiest version of this language I could, and so it sparked all kinds of interesting reactions.
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Anyway, recently I learned some of the Sicilian language and then went to Sicily and tried to use it there and it was pretty hilarious. On the beautiful island of Sicily people speak Italian but also the related language of Sicilian, which has a bunch of sub-dialects, and so I tried learning the Palermitan dialect which is spoken in the city of Palermo, and then I went to Palermo to try it out on the locals and because most people here speak this language only with family and friends and not in public they were quite surprised to see me speaking. Furthermore I feel like the people who taught me this language were messing with me because I unintentionally ended up learning the slangiest, dirtiest version of this language I could, and so it sparked all kinds of interesting reactions.
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Note that Louisiana Creole is different from Cajun French, which is the dialect of standard French brought to Louisiana in the 18th century by Canadian French settlers from Acadia. Cajun French is still spoken in Louisiana, but confusingly often “Cajun” or “French” are used to refer to Creole.
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1:52 How Creole became a thing
3:58 Speaking Creole in a supermarket
6:16 Ordering alligator in Creole
8:28 Elders get emotional when we speak Creole
14:34 Ordering Cajun lunch in fluent Creole
17:42 He grew up not speaking English
19:57 REAL Louisiana fried chicken
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0:00 Introduction
0:37 Embarrassing myself speaking the WRONG language
1:38 Zapotecs impressed when I speak their EXACT village language
4:42 Eating grasshopper for first time (DELICIOUS)
5:52 "How do you speak Zapotec?"
8:45 Most delicious Mexican food I've ever eaten
10:42 Buying oranges off the street in...Korean?
11:38 How the Zapotec alphabet works
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0:00 Do you believe in Jesus?
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4:20 This movie reveals heavenly secrets
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Anyway, recently I learned some of the Sicilian language and then went to Sicily and tried to use it there and it was pretty hilarious. On the beautiful island of Sicily people speak Italian but also the related language of Sicilian, which has a bunch of sub-dialects, and so I tried learning the Palermitan dialect which is spoken in the city of Palermo, and then I went to Palermo to try it out on the locals and because most people here speak this language only with family and friends and not in public they were quite surprised to see me speaking. Furthermore I feel like the people who taught me this language were messing with me because I unintentionally ended up learning the slangiest, dirtiest version of this language I could, and so it sparked all kinds of interesting reactions.
0:00 Introduction
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2:22 Ordering Sicilian breakfast in Sicilian
4:20 Accidentally cursing in Sicilian
5:23 This vendor won't sell me food
7:50 Trying to order American coffee in Sicily
8:58 They can't stop laughing when I ask for American coffee
11:27 World's best orange juice
12:28 Teaching me the dirtiest Sicilian slang
13:22 Ordering gelato in Sicilian
14:04 My first time trying arancini
15:32 Getting drunk with Sicilian elders
16:27 Cannoli shop can't believe I speak Sicilian
18:28 "I've never seen a tourist speak Sicilian"
20:53 Ordering more coffee and learning more slang
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0:00 Chinese missionaries tell me about Jesus
2:47 Only this man can solve global warming
3:43 Simultaneous Chinese and Spanish interpretation
6:25 He sings beautifully on the street
7:05 Buying a gift for my wife
9:04 Haggling for a necklace in Mandarin
10:15 This is a really weird egg holder
11:13 This tofu actually smelled like poop
12:23 What a weird hat
13:15 Getting into pointless argument with Chinese man
14:58 Why are these sea cucumbers so expensive?
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0:00 Introduction
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1:31 Ordering espresso in Catalan
3:26 Tasting fresh fish at a market
5:20 Speaking Catalan in a fruit stand
7:11 A security guard approaches me
8:37 A stranger helps me buy fresh cheese
10:29 Asking for a variety of local dishes in Catalan
12:37 Tasting authentic Catalan cream
13:59 Asking for olives speaking Catalan
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