American Gets Free Food in Rural Chinese Market When He Speaks Chinese

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  • @xiaomanyc
    @xiaomanyc  5 місяців тому +137

    Go to streetsmartlanguages.com/xiaoma to get $30 OFF one of my language courses today! Anyway, where in China should I go next???

    • @wookfoot8408
      @wookfoot8408 5 місяців тому +4

      🇹🇼❤️

    • @Brok3n_54
      @Brok3n_54 5 місяців тому

      add Georgian plz

    • @misanthropicsophist
      @misanthropicsophist 5 місяців тому +1

      Guy was trying to rizz you up :D

    • @Noble-Juan
      @Noble-Juan 5 місяців тому

      More sooon my fre, plssssss lol

    • @TheCommentsWhisperer
      @TheCommentsWhisperer 5 місяців тому +2

      Go to those beautiful mountains, I think are in/near Wuhan. You know, the ones featured in the Avatar movie. I have wanted to see them all my life-- ever since I saw them in ancient Chinese art. Glad you are having a great time. Your wife looks beautiful in Hanfu, and your kids are adorable. Thank you for doing such a wonderful and Godly work in the world.

  • @tomgiustra7087
    @tomgiustra7087 5 місяців тому +2896

    We’ve literally gotten to see you grow up, start a family and raise a child. You’re blessed and may you continue to be blessed… From a native Brooklynite

    • @sweetthang4970
      @sweetthang4970 5 місяців тому +6

      @tomgiustra7087-Well
      said-I feel the same way😊

    • @markvanderstelt8999
      @markvanderstelt8999 5 місяців тому +22

      i remember he was 5 when he started this channel,😄

    • @rockduton9709
      @rockduton9709 5 місяців тому +5

      Literally

    • @JustGigi319
      @JustGigi319 5 місяців тому +11

      two children, actually. They have the son and now a daughter.

    • @AntiBellum
      @AntiBellum 5 місяців тому +7

      He also looks great, he’s lost a lot of weight since I subscribed

  • @OnceIRevertToAnEggIMust
    @OnceIRevertToAnEggIMust 5 місяців тому +3981

    The amount of respect you gain just from being able to speak their language is insane.

    • @maya_jones3411
      @maya_jones3411 5 місяців тому +199

      An acquaintance of my friend is fluent in over 18 languages, (including all the major East Asian languages). She’s traveled to many places and definitely got the people’s respect and made it much easier to navigate. She’s extremely beautiful on top of that, so she gets extra attention lol. She’s truly an impressive person.

    • @vysheslavuzumati1269
      @vysheslavuzumati1269 5 місяців тому +62

      @@maya_jones341118 languages? Thats awesome I never met or heard of a person who knows that many except in fiction, that’s insanely impressive.

    • @SSKKUULL
      @SSKKUULL 5 місяців тому +95

      Yeah, just like language simp said: “if your able to speak chinese with an excusable accent and handle a conversation, native speakers will do triple back flips, shower you with gifts, give you diamond armor, start fortnite building irl etc”. As a chinese i can comfirm that we get super shocked wen people are able to speak it.

    • @babyshaya
      @babyshaya 5 місяців тому +59

      In China they respect you for speaking their dialect, in America they call that cultural appropriation and would shun you for it if you're lucky, otherwise you could get assaulted.

    • @Andy-im3kj
      @Andy-im3kj 5 місяців тому +24

      Bro I'm a 1st gen. Mexican American and if you learn even one word we celebrate you.

  • @GeoAlaska
    @GeoAlaska 5 місяців тому +1267

    I have to say, the lady who cut your hair did amazing! You instantly looked like an actual celebrity!

    • @jeffg4392
      @jeffg4392 5 місяців тому +25

      70 cent haircut $8 dollar chicken?

    • @brianjschumer
      @brianjschumer 5 місяців тому +8

      Agreed, looks good!

    • @zzizahacallar
      @zzizahacallar 5 місяців тому +7

      Yes she did a nice job

    • @frankverschaetzing
      @frankverschaetzing 5 місяців тому +9

      even the guy at 9:52 thought so . lol.

    • @MyahWozney
      @MyahWozney 20 днів тому +1

      @@jeffg4392to be fair it was an adult chicken lol. they were pretty plump too so probablyfed well

  • @nugrahateguhginting6944
    @nugrahateguhginting6944 5 місяців тому +95

    Ok that a huge flex. A guy hangout at roadside barber casuallybsaid his son graduated from MIT.proud parent right there

  • @CallardAndBowser
    @CallardAndBowser 5 місяців тому +589

    It doesn't matter what country you go to, regular people are regular people, no matter where you are.
    And that's a nice thing.

    • @maskranger38
      @maskranger38 5 місяців тому +3

      Yep

    • @zengrath
      @zengrath 4 місяці тому

      yep, it's the greedy politicians that ruins everything and make countries hate one another. all my life i been hoping for peace, hoping internet would bring people together and we'd see everyone everywhere are normal and same essentially. yet sadly politicians and big companies and media continue to brainwash everyone into constant fear and hate.

    • @ThatBoyPause
      @ThatBoyPause 4 місяці тому

      Regular people?

    • @zengrath
      @zengrath 4 місяці тому +33

      @@ThatBoyPause Meaning the normal or average person, not the small percent of extremists that exist in every society

    • @ThatBoyPause
      @ThatBoyPause 4 місяці тому +5

      @@zengrath Valid definition.

  • @Its_Reeeebatch
    @Its_Reeeebatch 5 місяців тому +394

    That man offering food right away is just like my papa. So generous and hospitable. You can’t leave my papa’s house without eating he was always cooking something up real quick and made several dishes if anyone came to visit us

    • @wushantao
      @wushantao 5 місяців тому

      如果那个男人知道他是攻击巴勒斯坦的以色列人,那么事情会变的不一样。 或许只有他快饿死的时候,那个男人才会帮助他,人类的本性

    • @precilianomartinez7387
      @precilianomartinez7387 3 місяці тому +5

      Yeah and when he asked about soy milk, the other guy bought him one without thinking twice. What wonderful people.

  • @sierrastephensen215
    @sierrastephensen215 5 місяців тому +569

    He gave that whole town the best impression of America ❤❤❤❤

    • @MacrosFTW
      @MacrosFTW 5 місяців тому

      Western media makes us think the Chinese hate us but I really don't get that vibe.
      Im guessing their media doesn't constantly spew out that much divisive propaganda against westerners. 😂

    • @grymkaft
      @grymkaft 5 місяців тому +6

      All 9 million of them? :)

    • @svenlive4ever
      @svenlive4ever 5 місяців тому +19

      @@grymkaft It's a start, and conveys that not all people are bad.

    • @bderrick4944
      @bderrick4944 5 місяців тому

      Yes, he has successfully deceived the Chinese people into thinking us Americans are nice and speak more languages than English

    • @CassThaProphet
      @CassThaProphet 5 місяців тому +17

      The town is giving a pretty great impression as well

  • @NerdSmuggler
    @NerdSmuggler 5 місяців тому +605

    That lady threw that thing (at 15:22) so hard it came out of my screen and hit me

    • @龚术
      @龚术 5 місяців тому +50

      两夫妻在打闹😂

    • @paulhuang1694
      @paulhuang1694 5 місяців тому +44

      😂NFL needs her

    • @fajjyg9462
      @fajjyg9462 5 місяців тому +6

      u good tho?

    • @sarephbtmistari8909
      @sarephbtmistari8909 5 місяців тому +75

      I knew someone else had to have noticed that, it was hilarious. Her face says the guy she chucked that at is in troubleeee.

    • @Awesomo818
      @Awesomo818 5 місяців тому +23

      I came here to see this comment

  • @MasterOfThinking
    @MasterOfThinking 5 місяців тому +386

    Holy freaking crap Chinese ppl are so nice. The amount of love u get for just speaking their language is incredible.

    • @FactsoverFeelings94027
      @FactsoverFeelings94027 5 місяців тому +6

      You clearly missed the part of the video where the woman tried to throw a water bottle at some guy.

    • @M98747
      @M98747 5 місяців тому +53

      ​@@FactsoverFeelings94027You clearly aren't married. A wife throwing a water bottle is the universal sign for "shut up."

    • @FactsoverFeelings94027
      @FactsoverFeelings94027 5 місяців тому +2

      @@M98747 I love how you, a stranger, are trying to explain to me the details of my own life, as if you would know better. lol. What you kids lack in intelligence, you definitely try to make up in confidence. It’s as amusing as it is sad to watch you demonstrate it so proudly. 🤣🤣🤣

    • @po1arz352
      @po1arz352 5 місяців тому +23

      @@FactsoverFeelings94027 I mean this happens everywhere. One person doesn't represent all of China. Chinese people are overall more welcoming than most countries. You don't need to get so angry about it. I have been to China 7 times since my mom was born in Guangzhou and moved to the U.S. 9 yrs before i was born. They're very nice! My Chinese sucked before we started going over there multiple times and my moms locals from like restuarants and stores always taught me new words. It's amazing. If you havent been hope u do. You'll loveit
      edit: Obv there are some bad people but there are bad people in every country.

    • @FactsoverFeelings94027
      @FactsoverFeelings94027 5 місяців тому

      @@po1arz352 You’re a child. Grow up, have money, go back to China and do business with them, and when you come to the realization that you’ve been robbed and ripped off, then come back and share your experience.

  • @Mirjj
    @Mirjj 5 місяців тому +47

    The chili pepper man was so proud to show you - wholesome af. You look GREAT btw. Glad you are doing well.

  • @justgoofinaround
    @justgoofinaround 5 місяців тому +481

    I could watch hours of this type of content, but I can't fathom how long this 19 min video must have taken with editing and translation captions. Thank you for these longer vids. Your effort is noticed and appreciated!

  • @TheChrisLouis
    @TheChrisLouis 5 місяців тому +1585

    My man is single handedly mending relations between our countries. 🙌🙏

    • @thearch1tect249
      @thearch1tect249 5 місяців тому

      There is nothing to amend. All the "issues" that exist is our politicians creating them! Us regular citizens are lied into believing we do. We are more alike with people around the world than not!

    • @theuglykwan
      @theuglykwan 5 місяців тому +47

      youtiao diplomacy

    • @maxyang7919
      @maxyang7919 5 місяців тому +8

      Means you don't watch Cyrus Jessen 😂

    • @finster1968
      @finster1968 5 місяців тому +138

      The Chinese people are wonderful. It’s always the governments in any country worldwide that messes everything up.

    • @TheChrisLouis
      @TheChrisLouis 5 місяців тому +23

      @@finster1968 truth be told. 👍

  • @timjozwiak2293
    @timjozwiak2293 5 місяців тому +120

    You and your family are wonderful! Thank you for representing America with a positive light! Thank you!

  • @danbadd
    @danbadd 5 місяців тому +50

    It's been 17 years since I visited China but I still remember the insistent hospitality of strangers that I met. I hope to visit again some day.

    • @baileyshirleen37
      @baileyshirleen37 4 місяці тому

      Entering the vibrant world of Chinese 中国航拍 中国堵车 中国汉服 中国古筝 美国媳妇 俄国媳妇 youtube searc

  • @Dame_Kielbasa_Starmer
    @Dame_Kielbasa_Starmer 5 місяців тому +79

    This is why I love the far east as a westerner, I've been to mainland China, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Philippines, Burma and every single time I go out in the street I have interactions like this.
    Super friendly and hospitable people who have a genuine interest in getting to know you then after about 10 minutes you are inundated with invites to join them for a huge family meal with unbelievably tasty food, jokes about marrying their daughters, copius amounts of rice based liquor and friends for life.
    I've had it a few times in south America but no where else on the planet are this welcoming on the same scale.

    • @FunkyChild718
      @FunkyChild718 4 місяці тому +1

      Yeah Southeast/East Asians are the cutest, loveliest, friendliest people. You can make friends there easily. That's why there are millions of Western expats living there and Western tourists all over the place there at all times. They love Asia.

    • @Vagabond_Etranger
      @Vagabond_Etranger 4 місяці тому

      Plus the most heinous thing they'll do is just steal your money, but WON'T kill you, like in S. America. One of their favorite trick is ride their scooter next to you, & cut your purse string & swipe your cell phone. It sucks but at least you're still alive. Unlike in S. America, you lost your life & your stuff.

    • @dddosscccc
      @dddosscccc 4 місяці тому +1

      Only if you speak their language, highly doubt you speak all of them

  • @Helmutlozzi
    @Helmutlozzi 5 місяців тому +184

    You and the wifey were so beautiful in those classic dynasty clothes.

  • @PIZEK
    @PIZEK 5 місяців тому +187

    I love how wholesome everyone is

  • @matthewwynn1074
    @matthewwynn1074 5 місяців тому +568

    I love these videos because - from my perspective as an American - really humanize other countries. When you hear the mass media constantly say that relations with China are rocky or tense, I feel like we often generalize and forget that there’s a beautiful culture and wonderful people that live there. Always love your videos Xiaoma.

    • @Kentucky81
      @Kentucky81 5 місяців тому +15

      The fact you watch or pay attention to media is more concerning

    • @AnimalLover2400
      @AnimalLover2400 5 місяців тому

      **your perspective as an introdoctrinated from birth with racism whyte American.

    • @gregmeli951
      @gregmeli951 5 місяців тому +26

      When media is talking about relations between countries it is always about Governments and not the Common Wealth

    • @matthewwynn1074
      @matthewwynn1074 5 місяців тому +11

      @@Kentucky81 I think there's a difference between local news and what happens at the national stage. I nearly never watch CNN, FOX, NBC, etc.

    • @MacrosFTW
      @MacrosFTW 5 місяців тому

      People everywhere are like this, just trying to make an honest living.
      It's the media that tries to paint China(and the Chinese people) as an enemy of the West so that we are more programmed to automatically accept negative narratives about them.

  • @TageChe98
    @TageChe98 5 місяців тому +37

    Chinese people are so nice and respectful. Constantly flooding him with compliments and giving free food.

  • @lunar899
    @lunar899 5 місяців тому +59

    I was in Shanghai in 2010 as a 17 year old American. It truly did feel like being Brad Pitt, even though I was in a major city. I've always wondered if it would be different today with how the relationship between our two countries has diminished since then, but this made me smile knowing that the Chinese people still see Americans as friends.

    • @maskranger38
      @maskranger38 5 місяців тому +14

      It's not the people it's the person who is running the country

    • @zacatkinson3926
      @zacatkinson3926 5 місяців тому +2

      I had that too in SE Asia and Japan. But Im a typical white guy . blonde haired blue-eyed they wanted photos

    • @emilylan-h2z
      @emilylan-h2z 5 місяців тому +3

      As a Chinese local, I can assure you that we see Americans as friends, and American movies and tv shows are super popular here.😊 Politics are not so important to us ordinary people I think. And if you come to Shanghai or other cities here today, people may still be curious and give you extra attention haha

    • @qubit0002
      @qubit0002 5 місяців тому

      @@maskranger38 Xi has overwhelming support of Chinese populace >90% - highest of any country for their leader

    • @dddosscccc
      @dddosscccc 4 місяці тому

      People really be going to China that young, like what kind of mission are u on son?

  • @brucevodka
    @brucevodka 5 місяців тому +236

    What a GREAT ambassador!!!!

  • @Somebeef19
    @Somebeef19 5 місяців тому +147

    The amount pleasantness from these people amazes me. Never in America will you have a random guy come and openly remark on his admiration of your beauty.

    • @FunkyChild718
      @FunkyChild718 4 місяці тому +6

      🤣They mean to say handsome, but yeah I agree with what you're saying, no American man (or really no Western man) is going to say that to a foreigner. But I don't find it gay when Asians say it, they're just really innocent and trying to compliment him and make him feel admired and at home.

    • @ahoj4480
      @ahoj4480 5 днів тому

      Yeah in US you would get called creepe and get sued and people will record you and post on twitter hate thread

    • @colonelfustercluck486
      @colonelfustercluck486 2 дні тому

      well they would think that you are a kidnapper and you're on the way to the dungeon.....

  • @Gman979
    @Gman979 5 місяців тому +103

    When you can speak to the locals in their language it reaches right thru their hearts. Even trying is much appreciated.

  • @ipoison3862
    @ipoison3862 5 місяців тому +7

    The first man you encountered was so kind it warmed my heart ❤ He treated you like a grandson ❤❤ You and your lovely wife and adorable son look great all dressed up!

  • @sr20DETdrift
    @sr20DETdrift 5 місяців тому +10

    10:40 lol he gave such a funny face like dont be ridiculous take the drink, its a gift. such wonder interactions.

  • @Antinonsens
    @Antinonsens 5 місяців тому +59

    It's nice to see that young people in China are reviving their culture.

    • @Rhaspun
      @Rhaspun 5 місяців тому +1

      Yes. They took it backwards during the Red Guard era of their Cultural Revolution.

  • @Mitch_McCluskey92
    @Mitch_McCluskey92 5 місяців тому +43

    I absolutely love how much people brighten up when he starts talking their language!

  • @TheSMCCOLE
    @TheSMCCOLE 5 місяців тому +79

    First time seeing your beautiful family. Thanks for sharing this adventure!

  • @BenjaminMazs
    @BenjaminMazs 5 місяців тому +7

    This is incredibly wholesome to see! Such kindness.

  • @DoJoStan
    @DoJoStan 5 місяців тому +23

    10:35 I love the hospitality of the people you meet. Xiaoma just asked for soy milk and the uncle bought it for him right away 😂

  • @richman3135
    @richman3135 5 місяців тому +60

    Favorite part of the video is how much your kid seemed to enjoy the experience. Keep up the great content dude!

  • @00001111henry
    @00001111henry 5 місяців тому +275

    Chinese young people isn’t shying about traditional clothing. They’re proud of their culture.❤

    • @CoalCoalJames
      @CoalCoalJames 5 місяців тому +11

      Sadly most of that culture was lost in the unification of china, so many cultures wiped out, so much technology lost, as well as philosophy.
      The world is worse off, just like the loss of Bable, Alexandrina, and the place that was known as Atlantis (not the stupid outlandish myth but the real place), it happens over and over throughout history.
      So in a short fight against people destroying history and culture. What ever age you may be in.

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 5 місяців тому +2

      That is because they know their history !

    • @Booker-ig6phT
      @Booker-ig6phT 5 місяців тому

      #theschoellerfamily be dakota

    • @limitlessLtd
      @limitlessLtd 5 місяців тому

      Their leaders still wear western clothing (Suits!)

    • @etow8034
      @etow8034 5 місяців тому +4

      @@limitlessLtd The western suit is an uniform, nothing more !

  • @FeliceChiapperini
    @FeliceChiapperini 5 місяців тому +98

    You look like you are really enjoying yourself. I am very impressed with how friendly the people are. You have a great advantage in being able to speak their language. Enjoy!

    • @MacrosFTW
      @MacrosFTW 5 місяців тому +6

      Probably has to do with the fact they aren't bombarded with anti-american media or just arent politically polarized as us.

  • @steelehere1
    @steelehere1 5 місяців тому +9

    This is one of your best videos. Unlike in the States where you’re a celebrity, you’re just a foreigner in China and the reaction from the people meeting you is priceless.

  • @eddiemclaughlin-e2m
    @eddiemclaughlin-e2m 3 місяці тому +3

    There is such a warmth that comes from your videos. Its something you never tire of and judging by the amount of subs.......everyone is grateful to receive.....than you ! I was glued to this .

  • @DeltaSwiftGamingjarson
    @DeltaSwiftGamingjarson 5 місяців тому +104

    as someone who just soloed China for three weeks, with no itinerary or ideas of how to get around. China for me, was one the safest, and easily is my number one country I've travelled to. The time i spent in Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Chongqing and Guangzhou is unreal

    • @mikas2934
      @mikas2934 5 місяців тому

      Can you speak chinese/mandarin?

    • @dddosscccc
      @dddosscccc 4 місяці тому +1

      Google translate LOL XD

  • @robertmoore8166
    @robertmoore8166 5 місяців тому +21

    Visiting the Terracotta Warriors was a fun trip. My wife is from China. I loved travelling throughout China. The news would have you believe that travelling in China today for an American is not a good idea. I am happy to see that the reality is much different.

  • @annag8613
    @annag8613 5 місяців тому +170

    Lol that couple fighting were hilarious. She had a good arm!

    • @marco_cee_
      @marco_cee_ 5 місяців тому +9

      But a bad aim...

    • @Ridermeduza
      @Ridermeduza 5 місяців тому +4

      It was so unexpected 😂😂😂Chinese drama I guess.

  • @modd1uk
    @modd1uk 5 місяців тому +4

    I've said it before and I'll say it again, whenever I'm having a bad day I put a xiaoma video on and it changes the mood instantly. Seeing him light up peoples faces when he speaks their language / dialect, pure class.

  • @alanbalkany1438
    @alanbalkany1438 5 місяців тому +4

    It's so cool seeing what life in China is like. Thanks! The people are so friendly!

  • @christopherkeefe7716
    @christopherkeefe7716 5 місяців тому +43

    It’s wonderful to see how friendly and welcoming everyone is. Excellent content.

    • @ChrisHereToday
      @ChrisHereToday 5 місяців тому +3

      The people in China are terrific

  • @olieqchannel
    @olieqchannel 5 місяців тому +119

    這是一件有趣的事。學習當地語言以促進對話。這太棒了

  • @CProductU
    @CProductU 5 місяців тому +21

    I love how no matter what's going on in the world or what our politicians try to make us think. We are all human, and when we meet in the street, just a simple fact of respect knowing another cultures language brings us together.

  • @kruksog
    @kruksog 3 місяці тому +3

    Wish i could speak mandarin like you, but i did get to travel to beijing when i was 15 back in 2002 and have a ton of respect for the chinese people. Beautiful humans, nearly all of them.

  • @MajorAddiction
    @MajorAddiction 5 місяців тому +4

    You guys looked so great in the traditional attire! Love the hospitality of the people too.

  • @BlackCheezit
    @BlackCheezit 5 місяців тому +1292

    Bro is looking alot skinnier. Good job 👍

    • @neisanland2503
      @neisanland2503 5 місяців тому +89

      he is looking good.

    • @arthurd6495
      @arthurd6495 5 місяців тому +57

      Looks like he sweat it all off 😄

    • @clintrussell
      @clintrussell 5 місяців тому +64

      Healthier I think the term the kids use these days

    • @lucasrumd
      @lucasrumd 5 місяців тому +36

      You can always be thinner, look better.

    • @cameronsmith7313
      @cameronsmith7313 5 місяців тому +6

      @@lucasrumd w reference

  • @cmonster7832
    @cmonster7832 5 місяців тому +22

    I've been thinking about going back to China. My Chinese is no where near as good as yours but I have been brushing up on it again. inspired me to start learning again. I lived in China from 2005 to 2007 and then went back for work frequently but haven't been back since 2014. Your videos have reminded me of all the times in would interact with locals and I always found that Chinese people were absolutely lovely and friendly and your videos give me inspiration to move back there. Thanks for taking us with you on your trip.

    • @何小白-s3n
      @何小白-s3n 5 місяців тому +1

      Do come back to visit, you are welcome old friend, I noticed you haven't been back for 10 years. You can't imagine how mucg China have changed in these ten years。 Looking forward You to see it in your own eyes, Hope you will enjoy and Best wishes to you having a wonderful journey then🎉

    • @baileyshirleen37
      @baileyshirleen37 4 місяці тому

      Entering the vibrant world of Chinese 中国航拍 中国堵车 中国汉服 中国古筝 美国媳妇 俄国媳妇 youtube searc

  • @captain_britain
    @captain_britain 5 місяців тому +50

    That festival looks amazing, and your wife is RADIANT in her traditional clothes!

    • @colterlane5822
      @colterlane5822 3 місяці тому

      Lol and he looks absolutely embarrassed in his

  • @kevinbovin7856
    @kevinbovin7856 5 місяців тому +10

    See no one wants war....we are different but we treat each other with respect,all those people were friendly and nice,great video.food looked good too,

  • @tato2493528
    @tato2493528 3 місяці тому +14

    15:21 that lady got a cannon on her

  • @ctbadger
    @ctbadger 5 місяців тому +470

    I watch these videos and get angry that our political leaders are heading us down the path of conflict. I love seeing how everyone is so friendly and generous.

    • @ponguso1
      @ponguso1 5 місяців тому

      @ctbadger i feel like videos like this make it clear that our govt keeps making propaganda to get us to dislike china and chinese people but their government obviously isnt, seems like the info they get about us on the news doesnt cause them to be scared or adverse to us in any way but them begging our political leaders to not go to war against them

    • @bowtangey6830
      @bowtangey6830 5 місяців тому +33

      You are so right! In my life I've had many wonderful Chinese and Iranian friends, and it is frustrating that our leaders (and, yes, theirs) feel the need to periodically rattle the sabers (or worse) like adolescent boys. We all know who suffers if it comes to war, and it's probably not those leaders! 👿

    • @ET-df2xz
      @ET-df2xz 5 місяців тому

      If you take most of the leaders of nations out of the equation (politicians/influential donors) you are left with very few select 'evil' people or groups in the world. The issue is those people/groups are all you hear about because it sells/keeps international conflict. Just how the politicians (and frankly the money) want it to be. More conflict or perceived conflict=more ability to control the general populace. I mean, in America, we see this all the time. Take Nancy Pelosi (a lady who has made her money from insider trading via her husband---net worth of 120 million as a career politician) telling people how bad Donald Trump is (someone who has made his money through inheritance/exploiting/conning others). Two terrible people that have spent the majority of the past 8 years telling others how terrible the other is. That's a small microcosm of the issues that are created in the US and carry on worldwide. Money is the root cause of evil. It's never been more telling.

    • @nsebast
      @nsebast 5 місяців тому

      You mean American political leaders. They do it so they can get some goverment programs going that will put money into their pockets.

    • @ChrisHereToday
      @ChrisHereToday 5 місяців тому +3

      Great comment, so true

  • @Gazeff
    @Gazeff 5 місяців тому +130

    15:20 Has to be the best part of this LOL Was not expecting that

    • @dissaver
      @dissaver 5 місяців тому +12

      lol that was hilarious

    • @proddelle
      @proddelle 5 місяців тому +1

      WTF 😭😭😭😭

    • @tobyshin0bi683
      @tobyshin0bi683 5 місяців тому +8

      Yeah I want the translation on that interaction lol.

    • @sidhu704
      @sidhu704 5 місяців тому +15

      Lmao I wasn’t even paying attention to the convo Xiaoma was having, was busy looking at the background

    • @HappyFlowerDE
      @HappyFlowerDE 5 місяців тому +4

      So confused, he even came back xD

  • @MrPacman64
    @MrPacman64 5 місяців тому +5

    Oh my god his wife is a knockout. I've literally never seen a man who's won harder in life than this guy. Dude deserves every bit of kindness he gets

  • @petershim5900
    @petershim5900 4 місяці тому +1

    Just speaking their dialect so much good will is fostered. So beautiful 🙏🏼❤

  • @PEAKCENTURY
    @PEAKCENTURY 5 місяців тому +13

    It moves me deeply to see you with your family in your wife’s home region and celebrating the culture so reverently! Bridging human cultures is the best, and communication is the way to do it!

  • @Allworldallday
    @Allworldallday 5 місяців тому +14

    My man been sweating all day there but what a beautiful experience and with his child. I love traveling. Good blessing

  • @Jorkam10
    @Jorkam10 5 місяців тому +9

    I lived in Shanghai for half a year some time ago. Also went visiting Xian. Even though I didn't speak the language I felt treated very similar. Very nice and welcoming locals.

  • @doctorteethomega
    @doctorteethomega 3 місяці тому +1

    16:23 I watch most of Xiaoma's content on youtube. I've never seen his family before! Love to you and you're whole family. You have helped me encourage my daughters to study Mandarin years ago, and they're still learning.

  • @golfcoursemanager33
    @golfcoursemanager33 12 днів тому

    always amazing to see the power of language and how it immediately breaks down barriers. Never gets old to watch.

  • @codycantfocus
    @codycantfocus 5 місяців тому +11

    Bro, your weight loss is INSANE! Congratulations!

  • @dannysmith1425
    @dannysmith1425 5 місяців тому +27

    Was just rewatching old videos and see you uploaded im so happy! Love seeing you in china

  • @jetli4512
    @jetli4512 5 місяців тому +40

    hey Xiaoma, hope you will stay in China longer and I'd like to take you and your family around some mazing local food delicacies in Beijing. good trip!

    • @wookfoot8408
      @wookfoot8408 5 місяців тому +9

      Taiwan is a free independent country! 🇹🇼👍❤🇹🇼🇹🇼🇹🇼

    • @camille2141
      @camille2141 5 місяців тому +4

      How sweet of you to offer that!! This is what nations should do! Just be kind to each other and enjoy and respect everyone’s cultures!

    • @KomaaGod28
      @KomaaGod28 5 місяців тому +4

      you're a great person

  • @kaytok8677
    @kaytok8677 5 місяців тому +2

    By watching this I can't tell with words how much respect you're getting by talking their language (dialect), I'm amazed by this and they all seem to be so happy when talking with you!
    Keep doing what you are doing, I highly respect your stuff and videos! :)

  • @blurryer
    @blurryer 5 місяців тому +4

    This makes me miss Xi'an so much, I wish I could've spoken enough to chat with people when I was there, I have so much respect for you!

  • @MarkCMoran
    @MarkCMoran 5 місяців тому +21

    Man, i really miss Shaanxi. Lived there for many years and this brings back a lot of nice memories. Thanks!

    • @davidc4408
      @davidc4408 5 місяців тому +3

      What a beautiful community

  • @jakemeltzer9390
    @jakemeltzer9390 5 місяців тому +4

    It is great to see you raising your children with the respect for both of the cultures they represent.

  • @animaysh
    @animaysh 5 місяців тому +7

    Love it. Speaking the language is like a super power. Look how much respect you get with the locals. Great video.!

  • @Chadwilber
    @Chadwilber 5 місяців тому +2

    I'm glad people like you are making videos like this. When we open our minds and learn a new language, the people of that country are immediately more relatable. It's not just an "us" vs "them". In a small way, this might help connect us better with one another.

  • @ChaosForU
    @ChaosForU 5 місяців тому +12

    China is so beautiful and so much hospitable people. I love it so much and wish I could go and learn Chinese there

  • @balderdasheryy
    @balderdasheryy 5 місяців тому +6

    this is my favourite episode of your channel thus far. everyone was so funny and friendly, what a great look around. thank you.

  • @davidseymour3726
    @davidseymour3726 5 місяців тому +9

    That man that offered you food was so sweet that goes to show there are nice and wonderful people out there

  • @davidc4408
    @davidc4408 5 місяців тому +15

    The Chinese people are so hardworking and nice people. Love from UK

  • @juliaships7519
    @juliaships7519 8 днів тому +1

    “You’re so beautiful”
    “Do you have a wife?”
    I know they are just common questions but I found it funny how it sounded like flirting 😂😂

  • @sarassentiments
    @sarassentiments 5 місяців тому +2

    You and your family looked so beautiful in the traditional clothes. The haircut suited you. Thank you for being so friendly to people.❤

  • @ChairmanMeow1
    @ChairmanMeow1 5 місяців тому +327

    Lived in Beijing for 3 years from 06-09 and I can count on one hand the amount of people that 'hated america'. More than anything they were just curious and scared of a conflict. Please make sure we all separate a countries citizens from their governments!
    Farthest west I got was Linfen, and everyone thought I was Russian for some reason. I did feel like Brad Pitt though. People mid-wedding came over and asked me to join their marriage pictures lol. Im so jealous of your ability to communicate. I could listen ok, but speaking was hard. I never could master the four tones. And reading/writing? Impossible lol.

    • @noahmaas1670
      @noahmaas1670 5 місяців тому +37

      Bingo, important to separate civilians from the government. I've had that experience in every country I have been to that the US labeled as a travel risk.

    • @ChairmanMeow1
      @ChairmanMeow1 5 місяців тому +21

      @@noahmaas1670 Some places really are a travel risk, I recommend to avoid going to Egypt for the pyramids, thats for sure. But 90% of the time you'll be just fine. Iran and Turkey are great examples of this. Some of the safest places on Earth but because of their governments they get a very bad rap, but the people are so so so so nice.

    • @sirpotatousheadislimberg6346
      @sirpotatousheadislimberg6346 5 місяців тому +1

      Exactly

    • @3x3HoopsMY
      @3x3HoopsMY 5 місяців тому

      so funny. u yourself accusing citizen couldnt differ between goverment and citizen. is only the western propaganda that wants their citizen to hate china and their communism. Even the communist system is evolving. if communism is a failure how china can grow that strong ? in real life theres so much diff perspective , just because one do not agree with the other doesnt means they have to fight or argue with them.

    • @3x3HoopsMY
      @3x3HoopsMY 5 місяців тому

      and also china goverment always encouraging communications with the foreigner instead of stopping one or another . they have a system that u or me might not familiar with but it is what it is , who to judge right and wrong . china did not even invade a single country in the modern era like the europeans or americans but they get more hatred than them. funny isnt it ?

  • @rongood7329
    @rongood7329 5 місяців тому +7

    So pleased you are revisiting China. Even 2nd class seats on Chinese fast trains are a comfortable step up from what I'd expected. I'll add that even with my extremely limited language skills, Chinese friendliness and hospitality is ever-present and wonderful to experience. I can't wait to return, myself.

    • @龚术
      @龚术 5 місяців тому

      欢迎

  • @sweetrocks610
    @sweetrocks610 5 місяців тому +14

    Haven’t watched a video from you in a bit, looks like you slimmed down a lot. Congrats on the great work man.

  • @machfront
    @machfront 5 місяців тому +2

    It’s always so beautiful to see how borders and barriers quickly fade when people openly engage with the people, with/in the culture and/or language of that which they visit!
    Humans want to interact! Want to! In a peaceful way! ❤

  • @IndianaJake
    @IndianaJake 5 місяців тому +4

    wow everyone is so nice, fills my heart hehe

  • @FrequencyEncodedArt_1111
    @FrequencyEncodedArt_1111 5 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful heart-warming interactions here brother. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, I feel energized just witnessing you.

  • @breezeh1127
    @breezeh1127 5 місяців тому +4

    One thing we can all learn from this video...our countries may be different and our government may be at odds..but every day people, are just everyday people, who like making friends and coming together. That goes for more than just China and America too. Keep that in mind when your prejudice of government polices creep into how you see every day citizens. Its often not connected to the people themselves. We are all victims of our governments on some level. Really great video. Made me think a lot and really appreciate the kindness of strangers to a foreigner from a country they may not hear the best stuff about. ❤

  • @multiskillakid
    @multiskillakid 5 місяців тому +83

    15:17 …Did she just…throw food at him? 😂

    • @domdrty
      @domdrty 5 місяців тому +34

      That was hilarious. He went back to cleaning the table afterwards. 😆

    • @limitlessends
      @limitlessends 5 місяців тому +15

      That part was the best part! It's like a subway altercation in New York, but in China.

    • @user-friended
      @user-friended 5 місяців тому +1

      They were lovers.

    • @Pikatu
      @Pikatu 5 місяців тому +12

      they were flirting!

    • @MarcusH...
      @MarcusH... 5 місяців тому +3

      Looking at it frame by frame it looks like a roll of tape
      Edit: Someone else said it looked like an ash tray, that could also be it

  • @eastender74
    @eastender74 5 місяців тому +1

    This for me is the best one you’ve done to date. To be there with your wife and son is so heart warming.

  • @roastbeef3000
    @roastbeef3000 2 місяці тому +1

    These Chinese folks are so lovely and welcoming that it just warms my heart watching this

  • @PinchTrippy
    @PinchTrippy 5 місяців тому +33

    Been watching for years and I can say you are looking great man keep it up!

  • @shigyshigshig5846
    @shigyshigshig5846 5 місяців тому +21

    Looking good and Healthy! Good Going Xiaoma

  • @marshalmoomins
    @marshalmoomins 5 місяців тому +1

    One of the best videos you’ve ever done. So amazing to see such a lovely country and people. Plus your family too. Very blessed to have been able too your videos, travels and life over the years. Ty.

  • @PariahXLS
    @PariahXLS 5 місяців тому +2

    The courtesy and care everyone puts out is beautiful ❕

  • @RealTal.
    @RealTal. 5 місяців тому +5

    i've been bingewatching your old content and this is a true blessing for me right now thank you for posting xiaoma!!! you should do a video in fuzhou after all that work put in to learn fuzhounese!!!

  • @darkreunion244
    @darkreunion244 5 місяців тому +4

    Just wanted to give you props for the new fitness grind 💪 you’re looking really good man

  • @sputnik1941
    @sputnik1941 5 місяців тому +3

    Chinese people are so kind . The train looks super cool .

  • @mje2518
    @mje2518 3 місяці тому +2

    Everyone is so nice and curious, I love it!!! Your wife is very cute too ;)

  • @dreamtobeapolyglot8444
    @dreamtobeapolyglot8444 3 місяці тому +1

    Hello from Texas! I've followed you for many years and your videos are always very inspiring. The people there are so friendly.

  • @rita2774
    @rita2774 5 місяців тому +125

    I feel like Americans definitely need to see more videos like this. Majority of our media demonizes China and Chinese citizens as well which is absurd when those citizens are just normal people like us. ❤

    • @dre3k78
      @dre3k78 5 місяців тому

      We are fed nothing but propaganda to keep people in check with fear.

    • @Retronyx
      @Retronyx 5 місяців тому

      They will still believed their propaganda from the US government and not realized that they're puppet to them.

    • @OzoneGamerStation
      @OzoneGamerStation 5 місяців тому

      Oh for sure. I believe everyone needs to understand that the media demonizes lots of countries, including the US. We all need to respect every country as every country has their own great citizens. We need to stop learning stereotypes about other countries.

    • @matthewwynn1074
      @matthewwynn1074 5 місяців тому +7

      My thoughts exactly. Just typed this nearly verbatim before seeing that you already hit the nail on the head. COVID especially did a number on the perception of China, and somehow this video felt almost healing to watch.

    • @frozenrats
      @frozenrats 5 місяців тому +3

      It’s just news and politics. Most Americans don’t look down upon other countries.

  • @KenFC-1
    @KenFC-1 5 місяців тому +10

    I am not gonna lie. I have seen many UA-cam videos of American in China and the Chinese were all kind and positive. However it is the media and politics that are always criticizing china. People need to choose humanity over propaganda.

  • @timlloyd1454
    @timlloyd1454 5 місяців тому +7

    Love your vids hate big crowds i couldn't handle bieng around that many people at once👍👍

    • @MacrosFTW
      @MacrosFTW 5 місяців тому +1

      This is definitely a culture shock for Americans. Americans dont encounter such big crowds unless their at some sort of concert or event.

  • @Anfa18
    @Anfa18 2 місяці тому

    I'm addicted to these videos!! Extremely wholesome, friendly, entertaining and fun.

  • @GTspydermang
    @GTspydermang 2 місяці тому

    It's great seeing you mingle and have small talk with the locals. You have such a beautiful family. Keep up the amazing videos!

  • @darkcomet4997
    @darkcomet4997 5 місяців тому +4

    I visited both Xi’an and Beijing a couple weeks ago. Went to Xi’an first on a tourism group in late July and causally going around in Beijing in early August. I see that you’ve visited places that I have also visited. I remember that Russian supermarket in the Muslim street and the Xi’an night market. Can’t believe I could have met you in an international country other than New York City where I currently live!