Chechnya Isn't What You'd Expect!

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  • Опубліковано 7 лис 2019
  • 🇷🇺 'Don't go to Chechnya!' the UK government website says. For sure you will be kidnapped and killed. Well, it turns out that they don't know what they are talking about. All you will find here is beautiful landscapes, friendly people and great shashlik. Oh, and very persuasive taxi drivers! Big thanks to Ruslan for the tour. Muzhik! 👍🏻

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  • @Perkelenaattori
    @Perkelenaattori 4 роки тому +10473

    Ruslan is honestly a credit to the taxi driver profession.

  • @furbs9999
    @furbs9999 4 роки тому +16374

    One of the things i love about this channel is the lack of flashy intros and graphics. Pls dont ever change, keep it real.

  • @danthamanization
    @danthamanization 4 роки тому +6826

    mate, I dont take my dog for a walk without ID, and you just traveling up and down in Chechnya without papers?? you kidding me..😂😂🤣🤣👍

  • @xpto41
    @xpto41 4 роки тому +6635

    This guy is in Chechnya, in the deepest part of europe, randomly taking trains and buses to villages and old towns, only with a bag, pair of shoes and a mobile phone... incredible

  • @Savv-
    @Savv- 4 роки тому +5396

    12:20 Ruslan says: “Like I told you: if a single hair drops from your head, I’ll be held responsible.” («Я же тебе говорю: хоть одна волосинка упадёт с тебя, с меня спрос будет»)
    Guess he’s lucky Bald’s bald.

  • @tilidie5272
    @tilidie5272 4 роки тому +2658

    this guy has the biggest balls ive ever known a man to have, his week is filled with more adventure than my whole life has ever been

  • @roughnegg6615
    @roughnegg6615 4 роки тому +6914

    12:30 Driver actually said "If just one hair drops off your head then I'll be responsible for it" which means - Driver takes full responsibility over a foreigner since he is now a guest and guests are treated with respect and honour in Chechnya.

  • @GordonForeman308
    @GordonForeman308 4 роки тому +3130

    I think if this channel has proven anything, it's that slavic states have the best radio stations.

  • @flying-ant7935
    @flying-ant7935 4 роки тому +2686

    Why do I even pay for cable television.... this is all I need. Best channel ever

  • @MultiBrownstar
    @MultiBrownstar 4 роки тому +808

    Bald, are you desperatly trying to get on the watchlist of every intelligence agency around the globe? 😀

  • @popstarresearchingoblivion8778
    @popstarresearchingoblivion8778 4 роки тому +3230

    Mr. Bald: "Rrrjrruuutchtch murrjrrduu?"
    Random chechen: Switches off the safety lock of his kalashnikov

  • @eggyegg777
    @eggyegg777 4 роки тому +7167

    I’m a girl and this channel sometimes makes me wish I was a man so I could go on crazy adventures and not worry about being sexually assaulted by some weirdo, but luckily I can live vicariously through Mr Bald here

  • @y0neh472
    @y0neh472 4 роки тому +2467

    *"We've got soup with some kind of testicle in it"*
    This dude has been out of the comfort zone for so long he has become imune to freaking testicle soup

  • @SilverfoxJB
    @SilverfoxJB 4 роки тому +1262

    Bald almost daring the Taxi driver to kidnap him so he can have a tip

    • @VenturiLife
      @VenturiLife 4 роки тому +46

      Was checking him for kidney function... maybe wasn't up to scratch.... : -)

  • @jerrypie
    @jerrypie 4 роки тому +824

    The serious tension when he gets pulled up while still wearing a big fluffy hat really gets me

  • @mikek3974
    @mikek3974 4 роки тому +524

    These videos restore my faith in humanity. When you stop seeing people the way your government wants you to see them you see you will find decent people anywhere you go

  • @wokandwoll4lyfe
    @wokandwoll4lyfe 4 роки тому +952

    bald stroking that hat every 15 seconds wishing he had hair

  • @TrystaneTheBlack
    @TrystaneTheBlack 4 роки тому +401

    this is heaven, 18 mins of bald and bankrupt in russia!

    • @ashwinraghunath4453
      @ashwinraghunath4453 4 роки тому +2

      Sorry I don't know much but isn't this europe?

    • @MGSBESTProductions
      @MGSBESTProductions 4 роки тому +14

      @@ashwinraghunath4453 Technically yes... but realisticly it's culturally more aligned with Russia. You wouldn't go here and expect it to be anything like western Europe but more like Russia

    • @Pantsinabucket
      @Pantsinabucket 4 роки тому +21

      @@ashwinraghunath4453 Chechnya is an autonomous republic in the European portion of Russia. Silly doopa.

    • @morchario
      @morchario 4 роки тому +9

      @@ashwinraghunath4453 yes. Chechnya is still europe

  • @AiBilly
    @AiBilly 4 роки тому +813

    Everywhere else in the world it`s a wig , In Chechnya it`s a hat .

  • @yusufs.3797
    @yusufs.3797 4 роки тому +2440

    I'm from Chechnya and you are a mad adventurer 😂😂😂 Loved it man, they are not used to tourists yet so don't be astonished if they stare at you the way they do. By the way the pronunciation of the Chechen expressions is on point 😂😂😂😂 at least the sounds.

  • @ThinkerYT
    @ThinkerYT 4 роки тому +680

    From coca leaves to testicles in under a week.
    This man needs an award!

  • @joel2052
    @joel2052 4 роки тому +3058

    10:42
    Mr bald: your not gonna sell me?
    Taxi: huh?
    Me bald: your not gonna sell me there?
    Taxi: you? *nervously laughs*

  • @dookoo2
    @dookoo2 4 роки тому +406

    I love how you made Ruslan pull over so you can show off a bus stop.

  • @emoboy2008
    @emoboy2008 4 роки тому +1475

    I like it how you give no political commentary. You just wander around and have fun like a normal human being.

  • @patio87
    @patio87 4 роки тому +371

    I get the feeling they made him put that Akhmad Kadyrov images in at the end.

  • @polako215
    @polako215 4 роки тому +1144

    Bald you have to go to Kalmykia next, Europe’s only Buddhist state.

  • @slickdealer2099
    @slickdealer2099 4 роки тому +304

    Russian dude walking by.
    Bald: 👀 Look 🤲, a Soviet Soviet.

  • @kevontakram6169
    @kevontakram6169 4 роки тому +1345

    Bald: there's no pavement
    Bald: Hey look a soviet pavement

  • @PaulisInclusion
    @PaulisInclusion 4 роки тому +256

    How about going to vladivostok? I think you would like it.

  • @klwthe3rd
    @klwthe3rd 4 роки тому +239

    Ruslan was amazing! I even felt safe traveling with him and I'm on the other side of the UA-cam! 🤗

    • @rockie8254
      @rockie8254 4 роки тому +3

      You in Andrew Anderson s comments too

  • @Radiant-Edge
    @Radiant-Edge 4 роки тому +642

    A Englishman driving around Chechnya in an American car, what a world.

  • @richiehops7881
    @richiehops7881 4 роки тому +324

    "Wow look at the mountains of Chechnya!
    Imagine falling off here!"
    Why is he so optimistic!? 😂

  • @GermanFreakASMR
    @GermanFreakASMR 4 роки тому +334

    I think Ruslan didn't convinced you to stay with him, he just locked the doors 😂

  • @mikeyoung8547
    @mikeyoung8547 4 роки тому +251

    2:00 "Its not a place to make enemys" the irony lol

  • @louiswoodward8937
    @louiswoodward8937 4 роки тому +2779

    UA-cam: hey wanna watch this random English guy travel across the arse-end of nowhere?
    Me at 3 am: wtf why woul-.. actually, yeah, go on then.

  • @xenobenoit
    @xenobenoit 4 роки тому +1746

    This looks like a Call Of Duty modern warfare map

  • @roomslave
    @roomslave 4 роки тому +296

    Бенджамин - Как называется башня?
    Руслан - Башня.

  • @tylerg2000
    @tylerg2000 4 роки тому +239

    Everywhere this man visits could be a new location for a far cry game 😂

  • @MrSilk13642
    @MrSilk13642 2 роки тому +45

    Ruslan is the hero we didnt expect, but needed.

  • @someonewhosupportukraine
    @someonewhosupportukraine 4 роки тому +109

    From all this videos i understand just 1 thing. All people are brothers and all people must be friendly with each other

  • @badchefi
    @badchefi 4 роки тому +195

    The “Bus stop” looks like it was designed to act as a defensive position for a road block.

  • @oishiigaijin
    @oishiigaijin 4 роки тому +90

    I'm curious to see your backpack and what you carry with you on your travels.

  • @feguri
    @feguri 4 роки тому +224

    15:03 my engine trying to start at -40C

  • @BunionOverchuff
    @BunionOverchuff 4 роки тому +443

    “It’s easy to die in the Caucasus’s they drive like mad men”
    At least put your seatbelt on bald 😂😂

  • @Derp___
    @Derp___ 4 роки тому +320

    Every upload is just a “subscribers I’m still alive” notification now 😂

  • @SamBelony
    @SamBelony 4 роки тому +404

    "Красивый машина есть, как бедный?" - это звучало больше по-чеченски, чем звучат сами чеченцы. Быстро учишься, молодец.

  • @fromnsk
    @fromnsk 4 роки тому +1253

    Russians joking in comments: His chechen accent is better than chechens actual accent

  • @Avarua59
    @Avarua59 4 роки тому +574

    Just keep proclaiming "Khabib number one!" and you'll do fine.

  • @kamariroberts4349
    @kamariroberts4349 4 роки тому +77

    When you watch these videos you dont know what to expect but you know it's going to be good.

  • @brandonsteinbach4208
    @brandonsteinbach4208 4 роки тому +70

    Something about this video reminded me of when I first found this channel and binge watched pretty much every video. I really enjoyed this one I can't wait for the next video.

  • @CarboardTrain
    @CarboardTrain 4 роки тому +1266

    You're so brave: I'm Russian and I can't even imagine the reason I would go to Chechnya. Honestly.

  • @johnmckenya828
    @johnmckenya828 4 роки тому +1295

    I'd feel safer in Chechnya than Mexico that's for sure.

  • @TheBestPeepRus
    @TheBestPeepRus 4 роки тому +75

    I love when Bald finds a random taxi driver that takes him on a wild adventure. Shows just how different he is from other travel-like channels. The fact that he’s eating a hearty meal after all of this driving is warming to the heart. I simply love this channel, thank you bald for these videos

  • @TidewaterC
    @TidewaterC 4 роки тому +247

    That hat looks like it was made from Jeff's mum.

  • @AsatorIV
    @AsatorIV 4 роки тому +33

    It's really refreshing to see a travel vlog done by someone who knows his stuff! Thank you!

  • @jimmyb719
    @jimmyb719 4 роки тому +8

    Slowly getting through all your videos, keep up the great work. Love how friendly and respectful you are to the locals 👍👍

  • @NancyReiderLittleGranny
    @NancyReiderLittleGranny 4 роки тому +95

    So strange to see the city. The war was so long ago, but those images of a battered grozny is all I know of Chechnya.

  • @Johanniscool
    @Johanniscool 4 роки тому +47

    I can see the taxi driver regretting his decision after having to stop and look at the soviet bus stop

  • @chrisoakleyfx
    @chrisoakleyfx 4 роки тому +63

    Instant sub, so refreshing to see a travel vlog without all the flashy gimmicky editing and music and the overly (fake) enthusiastic twentysomething vlogger... just kidding, you're obviously a twentysomething ;) You're style is so basic and down to earth and you're genuinely interesting to watch! Keep it up!

  • @jocivtrance700
    @jocivtrance700 4 роки тому +17

    One of the best episodes yet! I'm too type A personality to go on a random adventure like that. We live vicariously through you big H! Keep the new content coming!

  • @Russian_Frontier
    @Russian_Frontier 4 роки тому +114

    The last seconds of the video with “Don’t be afraid to visit Chechnya” and “memorial” Ahmad Kadyrov picture at the end and your comment that you have crazy mad thing to share when you reach safe place made me think that you got censored by chechens lmao

  • @DerSpielfuehrer
    @DerSpielfuehrer 4 роки тому +101

    "Rush Mordor"

  • @itsQueen
    @itsQueen 4 роки тому +13

    i love how pure your content is.

  • @falconpunch2855
    @falconpunch2855 4 роки тому

    I absolutely love all of your videos. Thank you for uploading.

  • @Gimilli
    @Gimilli 4 роки тому +34

    love every video you put out. i know you've heard it 100 times before but you really give me an insight to a world i know i most likely will never get to explore. keep on keepin on.

  • @trueslav7430
    @trueslav7430 4 роки тому +190

    "When we go back we will reach more adventures" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
    Ruslan 2019

  • @KeralaHerald
    @KeralaHerald 4 роки тому +380

    I'm indian, I lived grozny, chechnya for 3 months, beautiful place with kind hearted peoples !!!

  • @TheJegkkon
    @TheJegkkon 4 роки тому +9

    I'm so envious everytime I see these videos of you going into mountains.

  • @Dylan-lw1xc
    @Dylan-lw1xc 4 роки тому +84

    I’ve found from watching your videos Midwestern America where I live is almost the exact same as Russia and Eastern Europe. It kind of surprised me because were taught to hate them and them to hate us.

  • @GandalfTheGrey11
    @GandalfTheGrey11 4 роки тому +313

    How to say 'how are you' in Chechen: Orcs, Mordor!

  • @grizzer30
    @grizzer30 Рік тому +13

    Ruslan was a decent bodyguard and tour guide

  • @angelFTP
    @angelFTP 4 роки тому +369

    Imagine being bald’s taxi driver and going on a whole trip with him without actually knowing who he is

  • @OsmosisHD
    @OsmosisHD 4 роки тому +88

    Still sketchy, but feels less dangerous than Bolivia's cartel land

  • @Andrew-dp5kf
    @Andrew-dp5kf 4 роки тому +20

    This is seriously good I’m glued to the screen, very impressed! Both content, and production values way beyond expectations. Best of luck with your channel.

  • @MudGod1969
    @MudGod1969 4 роки тому +5

    The video quality is awesome Ben! Love the hat my friend! Be safe, much love and respect from the states...

  • @lexpei1917
    @lexpei1917 4 роки тому +113

    I'm from new Zealand and I love your vids I had no interest in the country of Russia but watching you and all your history adventures is making me fall in love with Russia as I too love to visit and learn about history . keep up the good work love how you keep it real

  • @ajayaday91
    @ajayaday91 4 роки тому +20

    I've never seen a channel blow up quite as fast as yours but all of your videos are gold! Keep crushing it dude! Cheers from the USA!

  • @Matthewjohnwilson
    @Matthewjohnwilson 4 роки тому +12

    I really love these videos. When ever a new one comes out I always make sure to watch it right away :)

  • @Oestberg79
    @Oestberg79 4 роки тому +13

    Excellent video! Makes me want to see more of Chechnya!

  • @michaelmichaels795
    @michaelmichaels795 3 роки тому

    Love your videos!!! I could watch these all day, and I do!!!

  • @falcone5287
    @falcone5287 4 роки тому +12

    Nothing makes me happier than watching your videos. Keep it up!

  • @ln5321
    @ln5321 4 роки тому +135

    "I'm not going to make any jokes about Chechnya and be super respectful because it's not a place to make enemies."
    Seems like it was too late for that already.

  • @dr_yeet9399
    @dr_yeet9399 4 роки тому +105

    For somewhere as 'dangerous' as Chechnya is known for it seems to be a really pretty place with respectful people as long as you speak politely and have a sense of humour, plus Ruslan made the video even better than it was.

  • @ncd3165
    @ncd3165 4 роки тому +5

    I respect your curiosity and willingness to share your journey. Thank you sir.

  • @FourDollarBill
    @FourDollarBill 4 роки тому +421

    18:04
    -Как «приятного аппетита» на вашем языке?
    -Рот закрой

  • @kamariroberts4349
    @kamariroberts4349 4 роки тому +225

    He is so friendly, he makes friends where ever he goes.

    • @MrDands
      @MrDands 4 роки тому +30

      Try being friendly and speak English only.

  • @AlejandroMunez
    @AlejandroMunez 4 роки тому

    This is the best channel on UA-cam! Love it!

  • @AniSa-wo1on
    @AniSa-wo1on 4 роки тому +68

    18:05 Bald was so off with his pronunciation and Ruslan didn’t even bother to correct him 😂 But at least he tried 👍

  • @mofostalistic
    @mofostalistic 4 роки тому +46

    I was in tears when he was teaching you how to pronounce the word

  • @mrgoogan
    @mrgoogan 4 роки тому +186

    Yes Bald is back!!! When are you going back to see Kolya in the radiation zone?

    • @baldandbankrupt
      @baldandbankrupt  4 роки тому +181

      I'll go sometime in winter to see how he is

  • @scottkain511
    @scottkain511 4 роки тому +48

    Bro you literally have one of the best channels on UA-cam or TV period. I can't believe I just found out about you last week, I wish I had been watching this all along. Awesome videos man. Keep them the exact same way. Never change. Just awesome buddy. Thanks for the entertainment.

  • @ralfgottfridhansson3127
    @ralfgottfridhansson3127 4 роки тому

    I really enjoyed this one I can't wait for the next video.🙏

  • @ciganovlogs6984
    @ciganovlogs6984 4 роки тому +56

    Much love to my Chechens warrior from Mexico! Long live Chechnya and the Caucasus

  • @conlomerate4841
    @conlomerate4841 4 роки тому +80

    Sleep at 6:00AM wakes up at 3 o'clock in the afternoon.
    "I had a little sleep"

  • @pwnswoggle
    @pwnswoggle 4 роки тому +8

    Best channel on youtube! You're a legend and I'm sure you know what you're doing but please stay safe!

  • @permin9533
    @permin9533 4 роки тому +32

    Okay, now I want to go to Chechnya! It's so beautiful there!

  • @mattyjmar10
    @mattyjmar10 4 роки тому +77

    I was in Chechen earlier this year and LOVED IT! It was my first time in The Russian Federation. I hope to go back.

  • @steveeb00
    @steveeb00 4 роки тому +29

    Good to see you're still alive after your Bolivia trip.

  • @deccarobbo1955
    @deccarobbo1955 4 роки тому +3

    love this channel

  • @necroplastful
    @necroplastful 4 роки тому +6

    Its been 6 months since I discovered this channel and i still whatch everything religiously!!