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  • As Taji continues on his mission to become a Better Man, his journey of self-improvement turns to Productivity. In an attempt to break free of pandemic lag, he enlists the help of men's camp Gravel To Castle, led by Ken Conklin. His psyche and physical endurance are put to the test in a day and night of hard work, sweat, and buzzwords. Join Taji as he embarks on this journey to see if he leaves one step closer to becoming a Better Man.
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  • @VICE
    @VICE  Před rokem +17

    Catch Taji in the VICE Guide to Vegas Parts 1, 2 and 3 here: czcams.com/play/PLDbSvEZka6GHp_AuPOpNyIErKrzkYaRKh.html

    • @hush2071
      @hush2071 Před rokem

      24 plus 6 or 10

    • @R__A
      @R__A Před rokem

      I’m sorry but that dude who ran this thing is no way 24… who is buying that😂

  • @jayceh1031
    @jayceh1031 Před 2 lety +2112

    Another award-winning documentary by Taji. Somebody give this man an Oscar.

    • @maxuabo
      @maxuabo Před 2 lety +17

      Your cinematic standards are hilarious

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +6

      Woohoo!

    • @onixxreacts9125
      @onixxreacts9125 Před 2 lety

      sketchers send the bag

    • @stank1071
      @stank1071 Před 2 lety +2

      @@maxuabo 🤓

    • @maxuabo
      @maxuabo Před 2 lety +1

      @@stank1071 👌🤣😩😤😭🤬😨😰💀😈😷🤠🤡💩👾👽👀👁👄👅

  • @itz_premium
    @itz_premium Před 2 lety +1302

    Omfg I died laughing at Taji doing arms out burpees. I love that you can never tell when he's serious or sarcastic. Never change Taji

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +53

      You gotta meet him in person, he's the best!

    • @fabiii7044
      @fabiii7044 Před 2 lety +8

      crow landing looking burpies

    • @mattyjay1711
      @mattyjay1711 Před 2 lety +11

      looking like he trying to fly

    • @itz_premium
      @itz_premium Před 2 lety +2

      @@thekenconklin Will you train me Ken, this way I may hope to one day be bestowed upon the honor to meet Taji, and show him how well I can do his burpees...
      Help a simple man achieve his simple dream.

    • @michaelbasile6388
      @michaelbasile6388 Před 11 měsíci

      There's a bartender in my town that looks exactly like him......he's always just kind of smiling with his mouth closed and he has no idea why I think it's so funny 😂😂😂

  • @adamsal9969
    @adamsal9969 Před 2 lety +699

    I'm glad Julian finally put his drink away, got back in shape and keeps inspiring young men and women across the globe.

  • @shady2493
    @shady2493 Před 2 lety +20

    I thought the trainer guy is going to say I’m an Ex Green Beret or Navy Seal…nope he just watched Batman 😭😭😭😭

  • @joebananas415
    @joebananas415 Před 2 lety +208

    This guy was 24 when he played for the 1976 Detroit Red Wings .

  • @jakedonaldson4007
    @jakedonaldson4007 Před 2 lety +382

    When he looks in the flashlight digging the hole and says “to be healthier and smoke less weed” ….pure gold

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +25

      I loved seeing Taj call his mom at the end. So wholesome.

    • @chaotickreg7024
      @chaotickreg7024 Před 2 lety +4

      I love his response "...why?"

    • @juliov6166
      @juliov6166 Před 2 lety

      Feeeelzzzzz

    • @leosanchez101
      @leosanchez101 Před 2 lety

      @@thekenconklin you are an inspiration to us all 💪🏼👍🏼

  • @adda312
    @adda312 Před 2 lety +84

    "I'm not here to be your friend"
    Proceeds to instantly be Taji's friend

  • @puddlespuddles5208
    @puddlespuddles5208 Před 2 lety +182

    Gotta say this was quite heartwarming. Ken's course might not be for everyone but his heart is in the right place as others have opined and mentioned. Sure some of his stuff might be cringe-worthy but you know what, sometimes self-improvement can be cringy at times. He clearly helps people in some way or form otherwise it wouldn't be a thing still. Eclectically heartwarming I would say.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +16

      I appreciate the comment! Oh yeah, what 24 year old doing this type of stuff wouldn't be cringy? But hey, the more I experience, the more I grow. Check out my reaction video man, I think you'll get a kick out of it

    • @twentytwo138
      @twentytwo138 Před rokem +5

      I think the ''cringy'' parts are exactly what some weak men need. He was being tough, but he also showed heart, emotions and respect. He was almost like a father figure, and most men who are weak have some daddy issues, so it's great way to reach a weak man. Some trainers and coaches are too hard and it's counterproductive, some of them are too soft and their coaching is useless, but this guy is perfectly balanced and on point. And it felt really personal, if he puts the same effort into every client as with Taji, i'd say he's the best coach in the world. Honestly, to me this is much better than the standard professional life coaching. Some of the coaches we are used to seeing are even cringier because they are so confident and make it look easy and simple, but it's not. Ken shows how hard it can be, but also shows you can do it.

    • @Chronon88
      @Chronon88 Před rokem +1

      @@thekenconklin First I was thinking this would be just bullying the guys to do more physical tasks but you were also helping them to do better. I was positively surprised by this. Well done and keep it up because this surely helps the ones who need it.

    • @nukaghoula
      @nukaghoula Před 6 měsíci

      right? I was anticipating toxic masculinity with bullying and instead we see a genuine heartwarming video of regular masculinity and respectful encouragement - so nice to see!

  • @aintnoslice3422
    @aintnoslice3422 Před 2 lety +239

    9:17 Ken: "i'm kinda wanting to be that role model for that 18 year old version of me, I felt lost, suicidal, and just fuckin broken down, and i know there's so many men out there who feel the same way."
    Taji: "sure"

    • @bobbobbers7486
      @bobbobbers7486 Před 2 lety +11

      perfectly incapsulates the man

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +37

      How they edit these videos is amazing 😂 I laughed so hard

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +10

      I just featured your comment on my reaction video, this is probably my favorite one I've seen

    • @ItsBeanyyy
      @ItsBeanyyy Před 2 lety +1

      This quote really speaks to me

    • @BastardOfTheNorth
      @BastardOfTheNorth Před rokem

      *gets asked what color his hair is*
      *Feels it to check*
      🤣

  • @thekenconklin
    @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +1728

    Such a blast filming this with you guys. Some fun exercises, quality conversations, and great work ethic being accessed. What a neato day! 🤠

    • @Mazda.Fit.
      @Mazda.Fit. Před 2 lety +119

      Neato

    • @noWatimsayin1
      @noWatimsayin1 Před 2 lety +181

      Great work batman 👍

    • @travisv.6641
      @travisv.6641 Před 2 lety +45

      Are You Taji's dad?

    • @keysyliving9270
      @keysyliving9270 Před 2 lety +28

      Nice job, got a lot from this - You're a good man, Conklin !!

    • @jusbeazy28
      @jusbeazy28 Před 2 lety +92

      Really impressed man. I have to say I thought you were bullshit in the beginning but I can see you truly care.
      Edited for spelling

  • @rylevi7405
    @rylevi7405 Před 2 lety +137

    I love Taji he really is a special human being and I don’t think he realises it, watching his one star reviews really cheered me up just the way he is puts a smile on my face. Hope u read this too bro your a good guy dude

  • @ZeldaFeb
    @ZeldaFeb Před 2 lety +18

    Ken is so kind and supportive he's not one of those toxic alpha guys he's really about doing your best

  • @alexandertillman8027
    @alexandertillman8027 Před 2 lety +1810

    Somebody find this guy's actual age. There's no way he's 24

  • @user-oc6kz5md3l
    @user-oc6kz5md3l Před 2 lety +280

    Honestly the mans heart is in the right place, I like what he’s trying to accomplish and support these guys

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +18

      I appreciate ya!

    • @jrobbin24
      @jrobbin24 Před 2 lety +4

      This is what we should be doing at all of our high schools f*** all this p**** s*** that we've been trying for the past 30 years it is not working

    • @Lara-xu3yc
      @Lara-xu3yc Před 11 měsíci

      As long as anyone creates a space for guys to feel comfortable sharing their emotions, I agree. Unfortunately society has taught men that it's shameful or embarrassing to share or express their emotions.

  • @Steaky20
    @Steaky20 Před 2 lety +11

    I really like Ken. He has a really big heart when he pushes you. It's not military training its soul training. And its honestly beautiful.

  • @titan_o7
    @titan_o7 Před 2 lety +20

    I didn’t know that Kylo Ren ran a physical improvement program!
    In all seriousness, great job with this VICE. I feel like topics such as sec-improvement, productivity, self-reflection, and most importantly: self-discipline are some of the most lacking but sought after aspects of our generation.
    I really like these topics and I think the next best thing to cover would be BUD/S training for the Navy SEALS, the people in that training are some of the best and most committed people I think you’ll ever see. And if you take the time to talk to even just one of the recruits or instructors, I think we as the viewers can take more from that than we could from this video alone.
    Good job VICE. I hope to see more like this in the future!

  • @themugwump33
    @themugwump33 Před 2 lety +347

    The editorial begins with cynicism and ends with sincerity. I’m honestly impressed!

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +21

      I thought they did an incredible job with this!

  • @peyotegardens
    @peyotegardens Před 2 lety +555

    That was shockingly heart warming! I didn’t see this coming. I really liked this

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +17

      glad you liked it!

    • @lunaluna6474
      @lunaluna6474 Před 2 lety +1

      so wholesome oml

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +4

      I just featured your comment in my reaction video I just uploaded, I appreciate the support!

  • @pablopablo3834
    @pablopablo3834 Před 2 lety +6

    That was actually wholesome and Ken knows what he doing I can see this actually helping people.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      Hell yeah, I appreciate you. Come watch the channel!

  • @axelssantoso5667
    @axelssantoso5667 Před 2 lety +48

    Honestly as with a lot of people here , i was a bit skeptical of the dude, and was just prepared to laugh at one of those fake motivational gurus but honestly he seems like a honest and genuine dude that just wants to help others even if i may not agree with some of his points i gotta respect that, and that last burying exercise actually seems like a pretty good way to put your life into perspective , best of luck to him

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +7

      I appreciate the comment. I do my best to NOT be seen as a motivational dude, and rather more of just an unconventional personal trainer. Our videos / experienced aren't for everyone, and there's plenty of alternatives such as BJJ, boxing, hiking, or whatever suits people. I have a blast organizing these types of experiences, and some people love it!

  • @psychwardlord0117
    @psychwardlord0117 Před 2 lety +166

    Can’t wait for him to draw the paper that just says “Take adderal”😭😎

  • @HO-vx3km
    @HO-vx3km Před 2 lety +106

    When the world need him the most he came back

  • @Steaky20
    @Steaky20 Před 2 lety +17

    This actually was an amazing documentary. This is genuinely worthy of awards. Get Ken an award and Damn Taji. You're a damn legend.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +3

      Hell yeah, I appreciate the comment! I thought this video turned out great and was truly a fun and powerful experience for all of us. Would love for you to check out our channel, for I'll be uploading some videos soon that I think you've vibe with. 💪🏼

  • @paliforlyfe
    @paliforlyfe Před rokem +4

    Hard not to love Ken after watching, guy is making a difference.
    Everyone has potential, don’t waste yours.

  • @Erik-ol1bw
    @Erik-ol1bw Před 2 lety +300

    Ken’s heart is in the right place

  • @Kobbz
    @Kobbz Před 2 lety +46

    Im glad to see what ADAM DRIVER does during his free time

  • @Taxman97
    @Taxman97 Před 2 lety +35

    I really enjoyed this and Kens intentions are completely honorable. His choices of metaphors are relevant and his vehicle is exercise. After a full day working hard or playing hard we truly get a sense of fulfillment and accomplishment. Sitting on my derrier watching youtube, I gain only time lost, (maybe with the exception of this and similar videos).
    Nice work Ken, I hope the future holds good things.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +3

      I appreciate that! I'd love for you to check out our videos, we have some stuff that I think you'd enjoy watching

  • @twodeepupyours508
    @twodeepupyours508 Před 2 lety +3

    He said "Notice how no one else is out here lifting sandbags...what are they doing?" 😆 im chillin on my bed laughing my a** off

  • @jackk5878
    @jackk5878 Před 2 lety +95

    Taji's vice episodes are the content I live for. It had been far too long since we've seen his beautiful face; thank you, Vice!

  • @aye3678
    @aye3678 Před 2 lety +517

    Say what you want about Ken, he genuinely wants to help. I respect it.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +76

      I appreciate you recognizing that 🙏🏼

    • @sombrance
      @sombrance Před 2 lety +16

      @@thekenconklin Thank you for giving men a way to be stronger. Really good stuff!

    • @martinvanburen4578
      @martinvanburen4578 Před 2 lety +17

      and he loves Batman Begins

    • @jaimedelgado7529
      @jaimedelgado7529 Před 2 lety +8

      For a fee of course 😂

    • @vids595
      @vids595 Před 2 lety

      @@martinvanburen4578 It is my favorite batman as well.

  • @zjeerinho
    @zjeerinho Před rokem +1

    Of all the episodes in this better man series, this is actually the one which helped him to be a better man, Taji Legend

  • @DarkPrincessOfLight
    @DarkPrincessOfLight Před 2 lety +4

    Wow!! What a beautiful documentary. Seems like a rly wonderful experience. Their teacher has a lot of compassion! I'm inspired- i feel like I needed to see this

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +2

      Hell yeah, I’m glad you liked it! Come check out our CZcams videos

  • @TheCreativeHills
    @TheCreativeHills Před 2 lety +135

    Happy to have been part of the experience. Regardless of how Ken is perceived, I can honestly say knowing him has made me a better man.

    • @Imafed42069
      @Imafed42069 Před 2 lety

      How long is his class? Were you in this episode?

    • @noah4822
      @noah4822 Před 2 lety +2

      @@Imafed42069 he was the guy with the blue hair

    • @brimmed
      @brimmed Před 2 lety

      how much is the course? tried checking his website and just kept taking me to contact him

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +1

      Glad to have had you part of it!

    • @vizon-aryproductions6191
      @vizon-aryproductions6191 Před 2 lety

      @@noah4822 “blue hair”

  • @nickvaughan903
    @nickvaughan903 Před 2 lety +308

    I participated in this experience and had a great time. Ken is an amazing guy and I’ve learned a lot from him! Taji and the crew were also super nice. This video turned out so well - definitely captures what we went through that day. Highly recommend checking out more of Gravel to Castles content.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +14

      YOU ROCK!

    • @natethegreat1491
      @natethegreat1491 Před 2 lety +1

      How much did he charge you for it? Just curious

    • @russallen2011
      @russallen2011 Před rokem +3

      @@thekenconklin Ken, I'm a well-known skeptic and hater. But I think you're doing a pretty solid job of pushing your clients to their limits and then checking in with them and talking about what they're experiencing. I had so many coaches growing up who I assume were trying to teach me life lessons, but they never explained the benefit of the challenges. As a coach myself now, I try very hard to explain why we do what we do and how it will help us in the future. I've got 11 years on you and it took me a long time to learn some of these lessons you're trying to teach. So I think you're ahead of schedule.
      Again, I am generally a hater, so I promise I don't write these comments a lot. Keep up the good work, friend!

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před rokem

      @@russallen2011 I appreciate you my man

    • @riggz5496
      @riggz5496 Před 7 měsíci

      @@russallen2011you’re a coach and a hater? Doesn’t sound like the 2 go together

  • @gc2995
    @gc2995 Před 2 lety +2

    As a Infantry Army Veteran I was sceptical and judging this video the entire time watching it. Thinking "What does a 24 year old have to offer Older Men and Young Adults be a Better Man" with him barely being a Young Adult himself. Every Physical Training he had them do had me SMH 😆. But towards the end of the episode I was moved and touched when he had Taji buried in the Sand and giving him that Advice then Screamed 100%. That's when I realized Ken has my Respect and Definitely has a Great Business thought out... 👏👏👏👏 Much Respect Taji for the Episodes you keep putting out, and to Ken for the "Better Man Project" you have thought to give Men a boost in life to gain the Courage they have been seeking for.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      While I certainly feel I have a lot of room for improvement, I definitely feel like I have a solid foundation to build off and a clear vision that I think would combine my passions with something that I think a certain crowd of people could gain a fair amount of value from. Let's connect man, I'd love to hear your advice along with your story! (shoot me a message on Instagram or Facebook, links are in my channel's about section)

  • @deathblade909
    @deathblade909 Před 2 lety +1

    I appreciate what this man is doing! there is alot of people who need that extra kick in the butt to focus and get ahead.

  • @karatehit
    @karatehit Před 2 lety +642

    i was expecting it to be way more cringe worth and dull than it actually was. it seems like a motivational experience for people who haven't really experienced to getting pushed to their mental and physical limits which is actually pretty eye opening. i think alot of people could benefit from things like this. all in all Kinda similar to a military exercise. i like the dopamine filled thoughts that happens when you are tired and exhausted, it can get pretty philosophical.

    • @poochyenarulez
      @poochyenarulez Před 2 lety +22

      I think they just needed friends.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +24

      I’m glad you see it that way. 👍🏼

    • @Mak2Grim
      @Mak2Grim Před 2 lety +1

      hell yea man, thank you for this comment; resided with me really wellz

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +9

      100%, I couldn't agree more. In the reaction video I just posted, I address the reason behind a lot of the exercises so that people know why I assign certain exercises (I also laugh at some of the funniest comments 😂).

    • @Subsistence69
      @Subsistence69 Před 2 lety +2

      I thought the same thing, it was basically Seal training with the ocean

  • @Nihilnovus
    @Nihilnovus Před 2 lety +290

    This man is the embodiment of making your crucible your home

    • @khalilahd.
      @khalilahd. Před 2 lety +4

      😭😭

    • @ronaldgall5590
      @ronaldgall5590 Před 2 lety

      Whats that

    •  Před 2 lety +4

      He ain't going to shag you mate

    • @rippleeffectspnw
      @rippleeffectspnw Před 2 lety +33

      I'd argue that he is the embodiment of making other people's homes his home.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +9

      Lol yeah I agree 😂

  • @MrWeeman8888
    @MrWeeman8888 Před 2 lety +2

    It’s awesome vice has such a good sense of humour, taji is the best mix of people for letting people really show who they are without judgment. Well done fam

  • @Juiceloveball
    @Juiceloveball Před rokem

    This guy is such a good teacher with his positive encouragement

  • @PogieJoe
    @PogieJoe Před 2 lety +11

    Taji is a beautiful soul. Love how he opens himself to any kind of experience.

  • @hans6703
    @hans6703 Před 2 lety +68

    Taji can’t be a better man. He is the best.

  • @sasha20111000
    @sasha20111000 Před 2 lety

    I love the way Taji nods and just basically the way he listen what other people say

  • @Anidoesstuff
    @Anidoesstuff Před 2 lety +4

    Loved seeing the phone call to the momma! 10/10

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      Me too, I think it was a great ending to it all

  • @tayjay1164
    @tayjay1164 Před 2 lety +84

    This was so awesome, Taji is my hero! Loved how he called his Mom at the end. You are the best man out there!

  • @DonEnra
    @DonEnra Před 2 lety +18

    Through all this time you can tell taji has matured into a better part of his life

  • @GIJake-oo9ir
    @GIJake-oo9ir Před 2 lety +4

    As a military veteran I loved seeing this. Kind of reminded me of basic training in some ways.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      We are all about training on the area of discipline in every area of life

    • @HouseWinchester1874
      @HouseWinchester1874 Před rokem

      Have you seen todays young Gen Z people? A lot of them don’t know what gender they are…

  • @yussofross1417
    @yussofross1417 Před 2 lety +1

    I agree 100% about the part that if we died right now and started to regret about the things we couldn't change because we procrastinated so much and made so many excuses. That's like the worst form of mental torture for me. All that potential of being your best self just went down the drain. I lose sleep over it sometimes.

  • @ItsJoKeZ
    @ItsJoKeZ Před 2 lety +159

    Really needed this one with everything going on. Missed this goofy man's beautiful face 🖤🙏🏾
    Stay safe everyone.

  • @dsher503
    @dsher503 Před 2 lety +15

    The world is a wild place. So crazy to see all of these little businesses that pop up to fulfill some need or want that humans have. Taji is the best and I feel like I learn something new about people or life each time I watch one of his videos.

  • @kevjohn96
    @kevjohn96 Před 2 lety +3

    So glad to see this series coming back. Missed ya, Taji!

  • @TheAtHomeBaker
    @TheAtHomeBaker Před 2 lety +17

    Every time one of these episodes drops, my day is made

  • @TheIronHashira
    @TheIronHashira Před 2 lety +1

    Ending was surprisingly heartwarming

  • @abdulaskink1683
    @abdulaskink1683 Před 2 lety +1

    I love Taji. He's definitely the most relatable

  • @maxuabo
    @maxuabo Před 2 lety +41

    Glad to see Julian’s really come into his own

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +10

      Yeah man, the trailer park days are long gone

    • @johntravis4394
      @johntravis4394 Před 2 lety +4

      It kept tripping me out when the camera panned out and he didn't have a drink in his hand

    • @maxuabo
      @maxuabo Před 2 lety +2

      @@johntravis4394 guess the threat of nuclear ww3 scared him straight

    • @fahqkitty
      @fahqkitty Před 2 lety +3

      I kept hearing ice in a glass

    • @maxuabo
      @maxuabo Před 2 lety +1

      @@fahqkitty we were always busy looking for ice in the glass when in reality the ice was always in our hearts

  • @treyshawnee
    @treyshawnee Před 2 lety +6

    This was quite a lovely episode, Taji seems so relatable, which makes his episode really good. Awesome episode as always!

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +2

      They did a phenomenal job with this one. I just posted my reaction video, feel free to check it out.

  • @yayohost7201
    @yayohost7201 Před rokem

    I love how committed Raji was in 8this video. He was really pushed physically and mental but gave his all for this content.

  • @russsavage1611
    @russsavage1611 Před 2 lety +89

    This was amazing! I know a lot of Taji's docs are satirical and cynical in nature but this was different. I'm really impressed with Ken and his program. I'm more of a Dark Knight guy myself but I get it. I really get the feeling that Ken is motivated by bringing other people up with him as he builds his business and finds his way. I'm sure he will have great success in life.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +17

      Hell yeah, I appreciate ya! And The Dark Knight is by far the best one, I just love origin stories and know that I'm in the process of creating mine right now. Would love for you to stick around and watch our videos man!

    • @russsavage1611
      @russsavage1611 Před 2 lety +2

      @@thekenconklin I'll definitely do that! I just subscribed.

  • @dewmontain123
    @dewmontain123 Před 2 lety +172

    All jokes aside I honestly think this could do some people good. They need or should have that kind of energy around them. Something that pushes someone to their own next level

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +15

      I myself continue to need it in my life. There’s nothing like a little push.

    • @nakedmongoose123
      @nakedmongoose123 Před 2 lety +1

      Respect to you Ken!!

    • @tonydawg
      @tonydawg Před 2 lety +1

      Military would benefit these people in the long run as well

    • @seanstults1271
      @seanstults1271 Před 2 lety +1

      @@tonydawg True, but some people aren't allowed in the military. These programs help serve as an alternative.

  • @SantanaNb
    @SantanaNb Před 2 lety +6

    this program might be crazy, but man at the end where got taj to open up about himself and things he truly wanted to change speaks volume, if you can connect with people mentally and humanly you have done something right. Hats off too you!!

  • @oldschoolgenerations
    @oldschoolgenerations Před rokem

    Upstanding guy Ken, love these kind of people! And yeah Taji what can we say anymore.. just a legend a special human being and enjoy his impressive mini documentaries so much! Thanks!

  • @kamakiri700
    @kamakiri700 Před 2 lety

    That was really nice. What a great guy Ken is for doing that program. Lots of respect

  • @neoAREAXIS
    @neoAREAXIS Před 2 lety +3

    So excellent. Feel like taji and this series are like a best mate. So palpably relatable

  • @matthewreynolds2384
    @matthewreynolds2384 Před 2 lety +29

    Taj is the only one who has the sheer tenacity and grit to not laugh at man-camp.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +6

      I'm still working on that skillset myself

    • @JamesonWilde
      @JamesonWilde Před 2 lety +2

      @@thekenconklin bro you seem like a genuine dude and you're being a great sport in this comment section. Hope you find a lot of success. Good luck, brother!

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +2

      @@JamesonWilde I appreciate that man, hope you enjoyed the video! I have some interesting videos coming on my channel too here soon, would love for you to stick around

    • @JamesonWilde
      @JamesonWilde Před 2 lety

      @@thekenconklin actually checking out your channel now.

  • @AllAboutLyrics12
    @AllAboutLyrics12 Před rokem +1

    This camp is so wholesome. Bros helping bros become better bros. I love it!! thanks ken & taji for the entertainment

  • @daniels.1117
    @daniels.1117 Před 2 lety

    Wow this episode was actually pretty awesome. It made me think on myself a lot and how I could improve! Thanks Taj and Ken.

  • @ThePriusMechanic
    @ThePriusMechanic Před 2 lety +8

    Taji is a national treasure. Protect him at all costs

  • @ll4680
    @ll4680 Před 2 lety +3

    The best human on CZcams. Vice does not deserve him.

  • @craigt2539
    @craigt2539 Před 2 lety +3

    All the guys here look and seem like good people who have the wisdom and the heart to seek for success no matter what the challenge, roadblock or obstacle from the present or the past. All of these men have the potential to become great, I respect them for having the courage and stamina to follow this program, especially when cameras are on all day - I can't imagine how stressful that must have been for all these guys haha

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +1

      I appreciate this comment, Craig. All of the participants in this video are super genuine guys who simply strive to better themselves. I'm not the only place for that in their lives, for they all are involved in other activities and pursue passions of their own (which is necessary!). But its super cool when you can create community and a sense of brotherhood when you have guys who are looking to have fun and push themselves alongside you. I thought Vice did an amazing job with this documentary!

    • @craigt2539
      @craigt2539 Před 2 lety

      @@thekenconklin Forsure man, forreal. At first I won't lie, you came off pretty intensely, but after heariing your story about losing family and suicide I could see you are actually genuine and you are the kind of man who has once helped himself and through doing so, you have learned the keys to be able to help other men have a chance at reaching the pinnacle as you yourself have.
      I can relate in a way. I have been suicidal in the past and I've been through psychosis and schizophrenia and whatnot, OCD too, as well as a drug induced psychosis which resulted in me attempting suicide.
      I am currently 4 months and 8 days clean from Crystal Meth. I'm out of the psychotic hell I was in. I'm 26 this year and so I have recommitted to self development and to striving to reach the best version of myself that I can be, one day at a time, one piece of work or action at a time.
      You are an inspiration bro. Keep spreading hope to this world my friend. Be the light you wish to see in this world, to quote Ghandi, haha. You seem like you are a shining example and that you are doing great bro. God bless you and I'm honoured you replied to my* comment! Peace dude

  • @danielwhite8953
    @danielwhite8953 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved Ken & His Idea! Taj is a gem as always!

  • @youtubeisB0ring
    @youtubeisB0ring Před 2 lety +35

    Ken is type of person ,which we all need in our life as friend to motivate us at our low

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +8

      Thank you!

    • @poopoocaca8079
      @poopoocaca8079 Před 2 lety

      @@thekenconklin how old are you really mr

    • @penguiin12
      @penguiin12 Před 2 lety

      well except he just keeps quoting batman which is a movie about a fictional millionaire
      you know, totally relatable for an average joe

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      @@penguiin12 Lol my response video I just posted explains

  • @cristianvillarreal9380
    @cristianvillarreal9380 Před 2 lety +3

    I missed my boy taji had been waiting for one of these for a good while

  • @williamherbert9117
    @williamherbert9117 Před 2 lety +2

    Taji thank you for doing this and showing this side of you. You're a humble man and you have that fighting spirit. Hopefully other men take notice of this and try to do more for themselves and others.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety

      Taji did a phenomenal job in this experience, I'm super proud of him!

  • @imsodank1
    @imsodank1 Před rokem +1

    The phone call to his mom at the end was Dope. Im about to call my Mom and tell her I love her too

  • @itheasian
    @itheasian Před 2 lety +67

    Taji is an amazing and interesting personality like Andrew over at Channel 5. Keep on hard carrying everyone else at Vice, friend!

  • @CarputingYT
    @CarputingYT Před 2 lety +36

    Taji is carrying Vice - His content is always the best

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +5

      Taji is KING

    • @clockhanded
      @clockhanded Před 2 lety

      Vice is awesome. Sometimes Vice is tryhard. It's pathetic that some people take it as a meaningful political influence to rail against when Vice is clearly just miming younger generations. Overall, there is only one Vice and I like it.

  • @BrianArbelaez
    @BrianArbelaez Před 2 lety +6

    Wow .. i was ready to just laugh... but then.. i was really inspired..The host of this mans group, at his age.. has done some amazing work...

  • @Cyclegladiator
    @Cyclegladiator Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing this experience so that others can learn from your hard work! Nice job Taji

  • @brenttwilson
    @brenttwilson Před 2 lety +7

    I've been waiting months for more Taji!! Started to worry Vice had lost their no1 guy!

  • @airjarrin
    @airjarrin Před 2 lety +3

    Taji we hear for you bro, I don’t know how you feel internally but you’re an inspiration to me and I assume a lot of other ppl I see inna comments. Love you brodie stay strong

  • @Heezy618
    @Heezy618 Před 2 lety

    Taji's the man, I love this guys videos. All of his stories are hilarious and he's the perfect guy for it.

  • @thekenconklin
    @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +61

    Hey guys 👋🏼 I just uploaded my "official response" video where I read the most hilarious comments that I saw 😂 Would love for you to check out! You guys rock.

  • @jonnybarnes18
    @jonnybarnes18 Před 2 lety +92

    I swear that men will do anything except go to therapy.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +4

      Yup!

    • @dewmontain123
      @dewmontain123 Před 2 lety +4

      Whatever works. Everybody is different.

    • @jamesgaines6468
      @jamesgaines6468 Před 2 lety +7

      This could be therapy. Its not just sitting and talking to someone. It’s whatever works for you and gets you in a better mindset.

    • @jagmaster6595
      @jagmaster6595 Před 2 lety +1

      Well there some techniques that take a lot of training that licensed therapists can help with. It don’t work for everywhere cuz it can be hard to connect and find the right match

    • @jagmaster6595
      @jagmaster6595 Před 2 lety +2

      Is this only for men or you makes ladies camp. I’m ready to grab the sandbags

  • @koentwigt6410
    @koentwigt6410 Před 2 lety +8

    This really made me rethink my life too, love the video.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +1

      Hell yeah, glad to hear that. Would love for you to check it out!

  • @Phillies08Eagles18
    @Phillies08Eagles18 Před 2 lety

    This is something I could use. Need this guy in PA

  • @Pacman420
    @Pacman420 Před 2 lety

    Taji is one of the absolute best parts of Vice these days

  • @ricknaughty1016
    @ricknaughty1016 Před 2 lety +4

    Guy keeps mentioning and quoting. Batman begins lol

  • @willm1424
    @willm1424 Před 2 lety +42

    This was awesome. Hilarious and kinda sweet. Ken seems like a nice dude.

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +13

      Thanks for watching!

    • @joshua7233
      @joshua7233 Před 2 lety +6

      Yes. He seems like a cool guy. Everybody's just trying to find their way in this life and I admire him for putting himself out there like this.

    • @se4949
      @se4949 Před 2 lety +3

      There is noooooo fucking way he is 24

  • @kirstiet1998
    @kirstiet1998 Před 2 lety

    Such a great episode.
    Loved the moment with the boogie, what a bro. Amazing.

  • @ulquiorra2520
    @ulquiorra2520 Před 2 lety +2

    Wow. This was an incredible 👏 demonstration of taji' covering a deep concept. And Batman Ken was legit, I truly understood his devotion

  • @nextDoor_dude
    @nextDoor_dude Před 2 lety +10

    I clicked immediately I saw "Taji" in the content title because I already knew this would be interesting with Taji in it.😁

  • @s1lam
    @s1lam Před 2 lety +11

    Hilariously inspiring. Thanks! You're doing a great job Ken, you too Taji =)

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +6

      You rock! Thanks for watching

    • @s1lam
      @s1lam Před 2 lety

      @@thekenconklin ❤️

  • @MJPTHA3RD
    @MJPTHA3RD Před 2 lety +2

    Going into this, I thought I was going to be encountering a large amount of toxic masculinity. Instead what I got was perspective and metaphorical/philosophical grounding. Thanks for sharing the world with us, Taji/Vice.

  • @burrashd3593
    @burrashd3593 Před 2 lety +2

    This was actually incredibly inspiration Taji

  • @williamcheesman1797
    @williamcheesman1797 Před 2 lety +4

    Tajj just became my favorite journalist ever.

  • @SkinnedBanana
    @SkinnedBanana Před 2 lety +48

    Ken seems like a great guy. Hope he does well!

    • @thekenconklin
      @thekenconklin Před 2 lety +8

      Thanks! Would love for you stick around and watch our future videos.

  • @pawstravel
    @pawstravel Před 2 lety

    Always love to see Taji doing these awkward interviews. And the face he makes.
    Thanks for the laughs and I'm happy for you landing this kick ass job at Vice !
    Peace bro ✌

  • @MatchHerEnergy
    @MatchHerEnergy Před 2 lety +2

    This guy is great at what he does. You can see that he genually wants people to meat that goal there there trying reach and not just physically. This mindset applys to a lot more than reaching a nice physique.

  • @tennismonkey09
    @tennismonkey09 Před 2 lety +3

    “My diagnosis is we need to start taking off that blindfold” lol 🙃