Vietnam's Illegal Floating Market!
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- Опубліковано 19 гру 2016
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About This Episode:
Today, I'm heading down to Saigon's illegal floating market. These people seem nice enough, but what are they really selling there. I use my training as a fake investigative youtube journalist to get to the bottom of why these people are operating illegally and what can be done about it.
About Sonny Side:
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I am a video director by trade. Each time I travel to a new country I bring a cameraman with me, usually a friend, to shoot as many episodes as possible in a short amount of time (usually a week). The rest of the time I’m working as a video director/videographer in Vietnam and editing the crap out of these videos.
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If you see any factual food errors in my video, please feel free to politely let me know in the comments.
I'm a huge fan of trying different, interesting and strange foods in each country. My show is from a Western point of view, but more importantly MY point of view, but is not meant to offend any person or culture.
"Sometimes the most we can do is maintain our humanity, keep our hearts open, smile at strangers, and promise ourselves to never become numb to the plight of those around us."
Damn, dude. That was powerful. Thanks for the work you do and the message you're sending. Makes a guy kinda want to start believing in humanity again.
Thanks Brandon.
That was spot on, keep it up, Sonny!
I noticed the same. Great message🙏
Brandon Shin Reminds me of a quote from The Dictator:)))
Brandon Shin i
This show is not just about food, it's about culture and humanity. If not the most, probably your channel is one of the best I have ever seen. A food review show with a taste!!! God bless you!
Job Mark such a good comment
Mark Hob yes he shows the beauty in people I love it
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Humanity? No, I would disagree there. Only reason I watch it is because Sonny is hot and hilarious. He should be on the Asian Bachelor if there is such a thing. So irresistible.
I agree. It's true to the name.
I came here for food.. What i got is a long life lesson
This was so well done. You could see the sadness in the boat lady’s face. She was truly feeling what she was sharing, and it also had a major impact on the translator as well. Really well done. Thank you for your work.
It was funny at first but near the end of the video I was crying. My heart goes to those hardworking boat vendors. Very touching. 😅😅😢😢
Yay! It's ok to feel feelings sometimes too.
Best Ever Food Review Show lmao savage
please dont ever stop bro
My neither. Government needs to stop making normal life harder. It's so hard for them but I can see optimism in their eyes.thanks bro
Your a good man Sonny
I can feel the pain of that lady.. I hope she earns lots of money so she can put up a permanent business on land..
Goi Ng or buy an even bigger boat to sell more fruits. jusk kidding!
Goi Ng yes....she seems like a wonderful lady. god bless her.
I think she earns less than 5 bucks a day, I live in Sai Gon
Unfortunately, she cannot earn more money as your wish. There are about 80% Vietnamese cannot earn more than $5 per day. Before 1975, Sai Gon was a beautiful, modern, developed city. And it becomes poor, dirty because of Communism government.
Poor my folks...
As a first generation Vietnamese American, I have yet had the chance to visit the motherland. This video is heartbreaking. What started out as a rabbit hole down the UA-cam food channels for research purposes I came along this gem. Thanks so much for creating and sharing the vlog. I thought it was so endearing that you tapped into the Vietnam culture and made the effort to understand the hardships. Big inspo! I have a planned trip to se Asia and will make sure to spend more time in Vietnam for these reasons. Cam on
+Rose Nguyen thanks Rose!
It’s a beautiful place.. I went back with my parents when I was in my early teens and wasn’t able to appreciate it fully. I also plan to go back and soak in as much as I can..
This is easily one of the best videos I’ve watched on this channel, I really enjoyed how serious/real this got, and I think it was well-done/respectful.
I wish I could help them :/
I'm doing a video answering all your questions, so please comment if you have any questions about me, my process, why I do this, how I do this, where else I am going and whatever else you want to know. Cheers!
Where are you from? and why are you in asia? lol
Best Ever Food Review Show which visit is most memorable for you? why?
is this what you wanted to do since you were small?
Do Vietnamese girls like big American white guys? Are you interested in finding a nice lady friend out there?
Am I your best fan?....ummm that's really all i need to know...
I feel like a foreigner in my own country... Thanks Sonny
This is one of the most amazing videos I’ve watched from your channel it honestly brought me to tears and made me think of the blessing instead of the problems, love your channel this is literally what I watch all day. Love you Sonny!!
It's now 3am and I've been binge watching your Vietnam videos for hours. Oh, my bedtime is 8pm. I'm old, so early to bed and early to rise. This video like so many of your videos was very entertaining and fun but it also hit me in the heart. I can understand why so many of her customers give her repeat business. She and her husband were so nice. Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Jon
Sonny, I enjoy all of your food videos but this one is especially touching. I grew up in Saigon and it's ashamed that I've never really paid attention to this side of my hometown. Thank you for your big heart and quality videos! Cheers!
Damn, quite-hilarious comedy -> humor ( at the beginning ) together with heart-wrenching life's bitterness ( later / nearer to the end ) in the same UA-cam video. Wow... Haven't liked a video in a LONG time, but had to here...
That was a powerful message!!! Thanks for reminding me to be always kind to the less fortunate in life and appreciates what I have now.
This video is very emotional. All your videos are really fun to watch. You are a great host, in fact, the best of all food travel hosts out there. You are funny, informative, entertaining, real and I think you make everyone in your videos like the vendors, shop owners, .. comfortable and that's important. Good work!
wow this was an excellent documentary 👍×10.
kinda sucks how hard those Vietnamese have it
majmunko23 Kinda yes because they could have a civil war against the government since it’s really corrupt and made the country democratic
Relco12 why war ? Fucking capitalisime
They do not have the rights to keep and bear Arms. Can't really fight with with mop and brooms.
@@Relco12 Yeah I'm sure a bunch of civilians can fight the government cause that's worked so well in the past.
@Sword of S Yeah in the times of muskets and horses. Now a single man can kill thousands with a rifle
this is one of the main reasons I went back to school and am trying to get my degree in sociology. I want to teach abroad and do social work.
This is a great video 👍👍👍
Thanks bud!
useless with communism
Nonprofits do all kinds of social work all over the world.
One of the best travel/food channel. Came across your channel not so long ago and been watching it ever since. I just love your videos, keep making them.
This video started off funny as hell and then went off to the ending speaking facts and sharing so much knowledge. One of my favorite videos from Sonny. This is my 3rd time watching this video
Struggling vendors needs help. We even have plenty of these in my country. And I make sure to buy their stuff just to help. And please don't bargain, they are selling to support their families not to become millionaires.
god bless you!
Ems Roche God bless you, Amen.
Maybe it would be better to say : If you can afford to, don't bargain. I mean, UA-cam has a plethora of people who come from different financial situations.
@@wolfcub824 That’s an awful reply. Street food is dirt cheap to begin with, so don’t bargain unless you’re purchasing an enormous amount of food. These street vendors are struggling and already give a discount based on the low price points. If you can afford to travel, then don’t bargain with low price vendors.
@@cheesewithxbread 🤨 Like I said "If you can afford to, don't bargain." Unless of course you are in a place where lack of bargaining is an insult, as there are cultures where not bargaining is a slap in the face.
You are giving examples of people who can afford to not bargain, and saying my comment is awful. So far you haven't disagreed with my comment. 🤷
Besides that, who comments on a 2 year old post?🙄
hey Sonny man I love your videos. They're funny . This one is heartwarming. Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to watching more....
Just watched this today.. beautiful episode. Thank you for shedding light. I wish the best in their future 🙏
That's some quality documentary and superb editing. Thanks Sonny, I wish you the best
Everything is nice. This channel will grow so much. Hope it gets 1MILLION SUBS this year.
Short update: it didn't
It will soon
Literally made me cry at the end. So many suffer with no one to take a stand for them.
Great video Sonny, funny but also very touching and with a great message. I hope you never stop doing what you do.
I know this is an old video but I think this is where you started really connecting with the people on a deep emotional level. Just my opinion. This is why I am now going to watch all of your videos. Great Job Sir!
Quality video, as always. I would love to see a video of you touring a fish sauce production plant/factory. Maybe fishing for a giant mekong catfish.
Both great ideas!
Best Ever Food Review Show not in Vietnam bc fish there are polluted from water in china moving into oceans
The last line sums it up. Never become numb to the plight of others. Good work 👍👍
I recently discovered ur show and can’t stop watching! And this episode...so much heart! Keep it going! I believe this helps bring attention to this whole other side of the world! I know when I travel now Vietnam is on my list!
I love this humbling video....it shows a lot in regards to what ppl sacrifice to make end meet. No fresh water no electricity....many ppl have that luxury and do nothing to contribute...yet still others push forward with a smile on their face and laughter in their hearts......
I like how you are keeping it, real bro, the ending was fine, I don't mind being touched in a humanity type way, but I would like to learn your uncanny ability to make your vlogs funny yet serious lol. keep working at what you love, and success will just drop into your lap.
Thanks again Sonny! Everybody watches your videos and you are impressive! 2:53
Haha, thanks yo.
Very moving video. I think you and your team balanced out the comedy and the more serious stuff really well.
Wow, I'm new to your channel and I'm hooked to the carefree format of your reviews. This episode however is different. Its special. Thanks man
Enforcement is not really that effective here in Vietnam. I'm not local, I've just been here for a few months but it is so obvious that the police don't really care about anything other than money. Sad but true. Well, to be fair, that's mostly the case to South East Asian countries with the exception of Singapore.
rjlacanlaled Yes, the police in Vietnam only care when it comes to the little things such as these unauthorized markets and gambling. If you call the police they’ll expect you to have money.
415City Most cops in America can’t be bribed so that’s a plus
Bribery occurs everywhere in the world. Its more or less.
Was not ready for this kind of episode. lol
:)
Your video has full of experiences, sometimes funny, sometimes emotional. Love it 👍👍👍👍
This is one of my favorite videos. I like that you love the local people. Also I love your sense of humor. I love you!! You are my favorite show on UA-cam.♥️♥️♥️
i cried sonny... this was heart wrenching
you're a nice person Sonny , love your videos. I m your friend from India. a big thumbs up
Thanks man.
Love your work Sonny. This video in particular is my favourite as you pretty much summarised what humanity is all about.
Did I just cry watching one of the episode of Best Ever Food Review?! Lol love your old (and also new) videos besty!
Sonny.. you are a guy with big heart...
Sonny. I love your vids, I hope you get famous for youtube as a food vlogger. also, YOU BETTER BUY THOSE TINY BANANAS!
Thank you and they were as delicious as they were adorable!
Im from the future. And i can attest hes already famous 😎
i wanna cry
I love your show the most because it’s not just about food. It’s about people, their culture and way of life, the hardships people face, and what they must do to get by.
Sonny u are the best, i have watched so many food review shows.. but yours is the best... watching ur videos is not just about the food reviews... its also about the way you present it...your talks, the editing of your video is another big thing, i dnt have words to express how mch i love to watch the best ever food review show
I have been binge watching all of your videos. You are way way better than Mark W, Trevor J...etc
Danny Park I totally agree with you. 👍110%
This channel has great content and deserves more viewers. HAIL HYDRA!
Thanks Doge.
he nailed it
This video made me subscribe! I go back and forth with different content providers but this one my heart. Keep making videos Sonny. Can we give to help that lady or guy at the end?
Sonny you got me hooked to your channel. You are so real when you talk and funny. You are a best director. Best show
You're definitely the combo of Bourdain and Zimmerman, but cuter and funnier!!! hahaha👍
I remember going to Vietnam and having the very poor come up to me trying to sell lottery tickets and having to turn down the offer at times...It's heartbreaking
Evelyn Huynh is it bad to buy from them?
@@samanthainlove No, not bad. But you haven't enough money to buy for all. And in VN there're a lot of poor people sell lottery tickets, a large of them are the child, older. And they will give the money to the boss, who exploit their labour.
However you can buy to help them because if they earn not enough money their boss will scold and may be starve them 😥
I usually buy to help them and give those tickets to them, I hope they will win and needn't to sell that
what a great video you've made , and your comedy helps lighten something that is pretty sad, but you do it with so much respect. I love how the community supports them and still gets a great product, based solely on trust
Such a powerful video. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Mahalo for your good work and humor.
Hey bro! I'm trying to make your videos more views by watching 3 times each and also complete the ads even it's 3 minutes long! Good luck to you from Seattle.
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Give her a job working for the Best Ever Food Review Show.
I watch a lot of your videos,and your channel is one of the most natural in terms of delivering the content...keep it up...
Now you have my subscription! I see that you are not quite like the others that are more into self and ( for 'their show' ) not sincerely for the people (except for a 'few' others but not too many) This was a very good episode!
I wish the government can thinkmof ways to make this LEGAL so all parties can be safe. The vendors will have a permanent place to sell their goods, the consumers will have a new place to buy such items while the government is supervising all these. This so beautiful and touching video.
Shyne Aguas this place is a communist country. That won't happen cause there government is brutally corrupt
You're right that the Vietnamese government is corrupt but that has nothing to do with it being communist. The government doesn't care for it's poorest people because they have no power. It's just sad all around.
You can find this everywhere in Vietnam. People occupied sidewalk, in this case, the tunnel for their business.
And the government don't want that because they are dirty places for selling food.
There are markets for legal trade however, those, mostly immigrants of SaiGon cannot afford that.
ISS600 _ what about livelihood of the majority poor in the world's biggest democratic nation...people had to live in slums with no access to clean tap water or toilet & had to hang on train's roof going to work on a daily basis ...
the vietnamese people worked so hard to ean their living.
Amazing video my brotha. Shared it everywhere, your content is the bomb!
Oh man, I really love your videos!!! Bringing light to a certain aspect of life is so dang positive!!!
Yes, our government is a big problem. There arent much good people anywhere, anymore. If you change it from communism to capitalism, still, these problem wont change.
"Sometimes the most we can do is maintain our humanity, keep our hearts open, smile at strangers, and promise ourselves to never become numb to the plight of those around us."
This message, is so deep and powerful.....Your channel is definitely the hidden gem of UA-cam. Im sure you will be one of the biggest channel one day. Good luck Sonny, god bless you
absolute legend!!! keep it up my man, more westerners need to see this side of ASIA
Well, you are the most favorite youtuber to me now. :)
I'm emotional while watching it. Thank you for the awesome video which makes foreigners understand more about another aspect in Vietnam
Sonny is by far the best food reviewer/traveller on the web. He is always so accommodating, polite and sensitive. I will always be a viewer and a fan!
hey man ...thanks for visiting Vietnam
Oops, I moved here. Was I only supposed to visit?? :)
Best Ever Food Review Show LOL
Its great to hear that. Which part of Vietnam are you living in? Have you found any job yet?
Im an Vietnamese but currently Im studying abroad in the US. I miss my hometown so much and keep looking for videos like this to relieve my homesickness. Great video btw! Hope you enjoy the life in Vietnam!
lol. I was in VN last year for a month. I want to visit again soon, gotta figure out my schedule.
I'm in Saigon :)
Vietnamese are kind and hard working people
Extremely well made video, not just about the food and good life as some youtubers may portray. Correctly pointed out the hardship those people are facing, thumb up for you.
I love and feel for videos like this. Really well produced and amazing insight! I can't wait to watch all your videos!
I hope Sonny bought 50 bucks worth of bananas from that nice gentleman
Yes that would’ve been lovely !!!!
How long do you need to record and edit the videos?
You know me, I believe you put so much fucking effort in your videos.
TQ BD yeah especially this one, frucking great
so you 2 have been rocking together for quite some time. nice!
You got me teary eyed on this one! Very touching!! Great videos!!
Omg! Hope for better life for all of them! ❤️
Sometimes we complain about our life’s, when some people would die for to have half what we have!
Love the video, it hurts to see my people go thru poverty and hardship. Vietnam government are bullshit.
Keep going sunny you are doing great..
I almost watched all your episodes but this is different and best.. Keep up
Best ever food review show for a reason 👍
Such one of the finest and nicest, the most humane clip, Sonny....GREAT.. Love your great video....~
damn i am about to cry
government of vietnam shud find a way to help them or give them alternativ business not pushing them away. They are human too. it hurts a lot seeing people like that. where is your heart? fuck
The commies dont have hearts
Great video. Love the sarcasm, but the seriousness made it all the more worth the watch.
I think I have already seen all of your videos and those are great. keep it up. :)
This is the reason why people in Vietnam try to live abroad. The government do nothing. Life is harder. But citizen don't know the worst place in which they are living.
But you know the situation in this country.
Vương Đỗ weak argument
Vương Đỗ
Living abroad is still tough and won’t always make the life better/easy but ya.
Oh, they don't need licenses to sell fruits. The reason you called it illegal is because the Gov don't want you to gather in order to mess up the streets. And because that channel is quite stinky. If you notice, it's poor on one side and rich on the opposite. They also sell flowers occasionally, especially on TET Holidays.
Never thought i would be in tears watching a food review show...you are the best sonny
my newest favorite channel! keep up the goodwork bro
Lol thought they was doing some serious drug dealing haha 🤣🤣
You are hilarious! I love your video.
I don't think "illegal" is the right term for this. It is kind of a culture. There are a group of people mainly live in their boats and sell their items. They don't have an authorization to sell items because of the tax reason. Besides, they occupy the sidewalk for business without permission. I think this is the government problem. It doesn't want people use the sidewalk without permission or it can't tax boat people since they don't have a specific location (House). The government just puts more restrictions on boat people, but it didn't come up with any solution.
I love that you put your heart into this and you were able to comprehend her/their struggles. Makes me lov3 this show that much more. ✌
Beautiful production, yet again Sonny!
Vietnam war was one reason which caused poverty.
Vietnam war ended 42 years ago Syed. The corruption government is the cause of these normal people's poverty and super rich government officers.
War with China ended in 1990, the US's embargo was lift in 1994. If this regime was that corrupted, it would be collapsing already.
Sao các bạn thích tự nhục thế? Đọc lại sử Việt đi!
Sơn Đoàn damn you are delusional
yeah, sure, feel free to keep killing off VCs with your keyboard LMAO :)
nice to see kid like you here, more of this pls! XD
+Dylan N Sure , and where the fuck are you and your "vietnamese" friends now to resuse this country ? Really , young peoples like you are so easy to control , i love the way you believe everything google and some fuck says .
The goverment is not good , i agree , but all those year , i didn't see any terrorist bring up some tnt and blow up everything on sight . If you don't do anything wrong , the police will not harm you . I don't know where the fuck you guys read those news about how bad VietNam is now , but i don't see any bad things happen around me that make me so upset about this country and the goverment all those years .
This was an older video, but I just had to say you done a tremendous job with it. It's heartbreaking yet so touching to see the heart and love they have, those people that continue to come back and support those selling the fruit because they know how hard it it for them to live. Your words were perfect❤️
So this blog was different than your regular videos, I think I loved it alot. Maybe do more videos like this one sonny?
Funny at the beginning of the video but then so sad at the end😭. Thanx for sharing the realities in Vietnam and I like your commentaries at the end. Love your channel!
I love all the different videos that you do. It really makes me want to go to Vietnam and the Philippines to do a foodie tour.
Very touching! love all your videos so far 😊
you have so much heart, sonny! i came for your humour and enthusiasm, i stayed for your attitude towards endangered species and compassion for the people around you. mad respect mate.
Bruh this is the best video yet, got me chocked up...many blessing to you.