Going to Man Camp to Become More Productive | Better Man
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- čas přidán 26. 03. 2022
- 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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24 plus 6 or 10
I’m sorry but that dude who ran this thing is no way 24… who is buying that😂
Another award-winning documentary by Taji. Somebody give this man an Oscar.
Your cinematic standards are hilarious
Woohoo!
sketchers send the bag
@@maxuabo 🤓
@@stank1071 👌🤣😩😤😭🤬😨😰💀😈😷🤠🤡💩👾👽👀👁👄👅
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
You gotta meet him in person, he's the best!
crow landing looking burpies
looking like he trying to fly
@@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.
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 😂😂😂
I'm glad Julian finally put his drink away, got back in shape and keeps inspiring young men and women across the globe.
omgggggg HA
not woman I guess
I was thinking the exact same thing 💀😂
LMAO only us few know 😂
I came to the comments looking for this. Made my day.
"I'm not here to be your friend"
Proceeds to instantly be Taji's friend
HAHAHHHAHA
When he looks in the flashlight digging the hole and says “to be healthier and smoke less weed” ….pure gold
I loved seeing Taj call his mom at the end. So wholesome.
I love his response "...why?"
Feeeelzzzzz
@@thekenconklin you are an inspiration to us all 💪🏼👍🏼
This guy was 24 when he played for the 1976 Detroit Red Wings .
Throw a football over them mountains
Bro I’m saying I’m 23 ain’t no fucking way
😂😂😂
I thought the trainer guy is going to say I’m an Ex Green Beret or Navy Seal…nope he just watched Batman 😭😭😭😭
Hahaha
The editorial begins with cynicism and ends with sincerity. I’m honestly impressed!
I thought they did an incredible job with this!
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"
perfectly incapsulates the man
How they edit these videos is amazing 😂 I laughed so hard
I just featured your comment on my reaction video, this is probably my favorite one I've seen
This quote really speaks to me
*gets asked what color his hair is*
*Feels it to check*
🤣
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They look like brothers
@@frogstock2597 We might actually be brothers 🤭
Discount Adam Driver is right Taji. U need to get ur life together!😂😂
The slick back hair on this guy holy geez 🙄.tap in fools no smoke of the weed 🤪🤪🤪😆😆
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.
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
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.
@@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.
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!
Somebody find this guy's actual age. There's no way he's 24
Forever 24 in his heart
He talks like he's 24
He's 42, that's the answer to everything.
Exactly
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Honestly the mans heart is in the right place, I like what he’s trying to accomplish and support these guys
I appreciate ya!
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
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.
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
Ken is so kind and supportive he's not one of those toxic alpha guys he's really about doing your best
Such a blast filming this with you guys. Some fun exercises, quality conversations, and great work ethic being accessed. What a neato day! 🤠
Neato
Great work batman 👍
Are You Taji's dad?
Nice job, got a lot from this - You're a good man, Conklin !!
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
Can’t wait for him to draw the paper that just says “Take adderal”😭😎
yes curious on this myself lol
czcams.com/video/Hyr3ioFcAkw/video.html
That would probably help ;)
" I cleaned my house and feel like a REAL. ALPHA." -adderall Taj
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.
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
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!
That was shockingly heart warming! I didn’t see this coming. I really liked this
glad you liked it!
so wholesome oml
I just featured your comment in my reaction video I just uploaded, I appreciate the support!
When the world need him the most he came back
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!
Hard not to love Ken after watching, guy is making a difference.
Everyone has potential, don’t waste yours.
❤ I appreciate you
Im glad to see what ADAM DRIVER does during his free time
Hahahaha that’s too funny 😂
Say what you want about Ken, he genuinely wants to help. I respect it.
I appreciate you recognizing that 🙏🏼
@@thekenconklin Thank you for giving men a way to be stronger. Really good stuff!
and he loves Batman Begins
For a fee of course 😂
@@martinvanburen4578 It is my favorite batman as well.
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
That was actually wholesome and Ken knows what he doing I can see this actually helping people.
Hell yeah, I appreciate you. Come watch the channel!
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.
I think they just needed friends.
I’m glad you see it that way. 👍🏼
hell yea man, thank you for this comment; resided with me really wellz
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 😂).
I thought the same thing, it was basically Seal training with the ocean
Ken’s heart is in the right place
Glad you see it that way!
Yeah but how old is he really?
@@se4949 30s I guess.
@@dankvader5946 apparently he is 24 but wtf… the man looks at least 32
I bet he’s single tho
Loved seeing the phone call to the momma! 10/10
Me too, I think it was a great ending to it all
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.
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)
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!
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.
How long is his class? Were you in this episode?
@@Imafed42069 he was the guy with the blue hair
how much is the course? tried checking his website and just kept taking me to contact him
Glad to have had you part of it!
@@noah4822 “blue hair”
This actually was an amazing documentary. This is genuinely worthy of awards. Get Ken an award and Damn Taji. You're a damn legend.
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. 💪🏼
Honestly cant even hate on Ken, heart in the right place and seems very genuine. I expected to cringe like everyone else, but Taji actually felt something I think lol
I'm glad you liked it! I had such a blast with these guys
Taji can’t be a better man. He is the best.
Couldn't agree more!
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.
YOU ROCK!
How much did he charge you for it? Just curious
@@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!
@@russallen2011 I appreciate you my man
@@russallen2011you’re a coach and a hater? Doesn’t sound like the 2 go together
Of all the episodes in this better man series, this is actually the one which helped him to be a better man, Taji Legend
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.
I appreciate that! I'd love for you to check out our videos, we have some stuff that I think you'd enjoy watching
This man is the embodiment of making your crucible your home
😭😭
Whats that
He ain't going to shag you mate
I'd argue that he is the embodiment of making other people's homes his home.
Lol yeah I agree 😂
Really needed this one with everything going on. Missed this goofy man's beautiful face 🖤🙏🏾
Stay safe everyone.
Agreed
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Hope you enjoyed it!
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
Hell yeah, I’m glad you liked it! Come check out our CZcams videos
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.
Glad to see Julian’s really come into his own
Yeah man, the trailer park days are long gone
It kept tripping me out when the camera panned out and he didn't have a drink in his hand
@@johntravis4394 guess the threat of nuclear ww3 scared him straight
I kept hearing ice in a glass
@@fahqkitty we were always busy looking for ice in the glass when in reality the ice was always in our hearts
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
I myself continue to need it in my life. There’s nothing like a little push.
Respect to you Ken!!
Military would benefit these people in the long run as well
@@tonydawg True, but some people aren't allowed in the military. These programs help serve as an alternative.
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.
I love the way Taji nods and just basically the way he listen what other people say
This was so awesome, Taji is my hero! Loved how he called his Mom at the end. You are the best man out there!
I loved seeing that
Through all this time you can tell taji has matured into a better part of his life
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.
The phone call to his mom at the end was Dope. Im about to call my Mom and tell her I love her too
Taji is a beautiful soul. Love how he opens himself to any kind of experience.
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.
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.
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!
@@thekenconklin I'll definitely do that! I just subscribed.
As a military veteran I loved seeing this. Kind of reminded me of basic training in some ways.
We are all about training on the area of discipline in every area of life
Have you seen todays young Gen Z people? A lot of them don’t know what gender they are…
Taj is the only one who has the sheer tenacity and grit to not laugh at man-camp.
I'm still working on that skillset myself
@@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!
@@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
@@thekenconklin actually checking out your channel now.
Every time one of these episodes drops, my day is made
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
Taji is awesome!
I love Taji. He's definitely the most relatable
Taji is an amazing and interesting personality like Andrew over at Channel 5. Keep on hard carrying everyone else at Vice, friend!
So glad to see this series coming back. Missed ya, Taji!
Ending was surprisingly heartwarming
Wow this episode was actually pretty awesome. It made me think on myself a lot and how I could improve! Thanks Taj and Ken.
Guy keeps mentioning and quoting. Batman begins lol
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!!
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 ✌
This was quite a lovely episode, Taji seems so relatable, which makes his episode really good. Awesome episode as always!
They did a phenomenal job with this one. I just posted my reaction video, feel free to check it out.
So excellent. Feel like taji and this series are like a best mate. So palpably relatable
Taji’s little comments absolutely crack me up. I laughed out loud so many times
Taji is hilarious lol
That was really nice. What a great guy Ken is for doing that program. Lots of respect
Taji is a national treasure. Protect him at all costs
There is no way this guy is 24
He may not be "but" he is future Taji after carrying Vice for so long on his back!
@@crawnyxx he’s talking about the trainer I think
czcams.com/video/Hyr3ioFcAkw/video.html
@@dietyadjacent3200 Slowly read my response 😒
@@JohnnyKarate44 "How about you some" 😂.. Take your own advice!
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...
This camp is so wholesome. Bros helping bros become better bros. I love it!! thanks ken & taji for the entertainment
I swear that men will do anything except go to therapy.
Yup!
Whatever works. Everybody is different.
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.
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
Is this only for men or you makes ladies camp. I’m ready to grab the sandbags
Taji is carrying Vice - His content is always the best
Taji is KING
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.
Such a great episode.
Loved the moment with the boogie, what a bro. Amazing.
Loved Ken & His Idea! Taj is a gem as always!
I clicked immediately I saw "Taji" in the content title because I already knew this would be interesting with Taji in it.😁
👍
Ken is type of person ,which we all need in our life as friend to motivate us at our low
Thank you!
@@thekenconklin how old are you really mr
well except he just keeps quoting batman which is a movie about a fictional millionaire
you know, totally relatable for an average joe
@@penguiin12 Lol my response video I just posted explains
This guy is such a good teacher with his positive encouragement
Thanks for sharing this experience so that others can learn from your hard work! Nice job Taji
I call bullshit that ken is 24. looks like hes in his early 40s
This was awesome. Hilarious and kinda sweet. Ken seems like a nice dude.
Thanks for watching!
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.
There is noooooo fucking way he is 24
I missed Taji please do more content with him
This was actually incredibly inspiration Taji
That man looks 44 not 24...
The best human on CZcams. Vice does not deserve him.
Taj wearing his blindfold upside down in the van is great
LOL I know, Taji just does himself and I love it
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!
I missed my boy taji had been waiting for one of these for a good while
I've been waiting months for more Taji!! Started to worry Vice had lost their no1 guy!
9:09 I’m loosing it with the flippin blindfold upside down 😂
I love how committed Raji was in 8this video. He was really pushed physically and mental but gave his all for this content.
Ken said he went through a bout of depression. That can age you. Not sure why everyone is shaming Ken for looking older. He could very well be 24. He's a goof but cmon people. Be better
I have a patch of grey hair. PRAY for me that I don't bald too soon!
@@thekenconklin you’re a king dude! Stay humble 💪
“My diagnosis is we need to start taking off that blindfold” lol 🙃
Taji's the man, I love this guys videos. All of his stories are hilarious and he's the perfect guy for it.
Taji is one of the absolute best parts of Vice these days
This really made me rethink my life too, love the video.
Hell yeah, glad to hear that. Would love for you to check it out!