I WAS CHOSEN AS A HUSBAND AND HAD TO WRESTLE HER 🇺🇬 (
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- In the Karamoja lands of Uganda, you have to expect the unexpected. People here are tough, shaped by the brutal terrain they live in. Men are expected to go on raiding missions to capture cows and weapons, for that is how you acquire status. Women must be able to fight and hold their own. And they say that to marry a Karamojan girl, you have to defeat her in a wrestling match.
What a place to roll into. This was gonna be interesting for sure.
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And after the polygamy in Tanzania I never thought I'd get married again..
You go Tommy!
Congratulations bro. I would love to visit there
tabbah we use that in morocco as well its not dangerous
What an amazing experience, Sabbatical, that you've shared with viewers ! ! ! Here in the U.S.A., there are some official inter-varsity High School Wrestling Teams & official inter-varsity High School Tournaments that include Co-ed bouts. The prizes are actual Trophies, Medals & Ribbons ---not immediate Spouses, lol, lol, lol ! Shout out to to Ms. Josey ! ! And thank you to the Karamoja Interpreters, ! ! Excellent video --respectful anthropology-- Sir ! !
Thank you for making Josie jump! 😅 We apprechiate it!
Those young children are possibly the happiest kids in the world - they have nothing - no mobile -no bike or toys - but they have each other which brings them joy! So heart warming! God bless them all!
Happiness is not all about material. You western paradigm is based on materials: hence you destroy Mother Nature and you are constantly depressed because you run after happiness instead of letting happiness comes to you
@@gbeye9608 exactly and this is what I was pointing out in the blog! I had nothing when I was A kid, now in my 70s I see what technology has done to the young and up coming youth of today in what they have, yet they want more! Don't paint every so called Westerners with the same paint brush! I came from a large family and we shared all what we had -even cloths!
@@alancarlyon3928 Hey my elder; let me call you by this name due to your age. Yes l am happy you shared many valuable experiences similar to what l went through as l young boy; though in my early 50s now and seeing all what is happening now. I do agree with you that many young today are full of individualism, selfishness, arrogance , self centered and permanently greedy and unsatisfied.
Elder when l talk about western, l do not mean everyone; but the majority, the system in place. I lived in New York City. But the biggest shock l got was and is the waste of food. Tons of unsold food are trashed every day while the street are full of hungry homeless and some households can efford 2 home cooked meals a day.
Well, elder let’s hope the change will come, by spreading the good words and sharing our experiences with the younger ones; which l do every time l get the opportunity to converse with a young person.
@@gbeye9608 We are on the same wave length then! I agree with all the waste us Western folk create and I have made many comments on that subject, I even suggested how to turn sea water into fresh drinking water for those hot climate countries so they could/can create their own crop in the fields into food to eat and to sell!
@@alancarlyon3928 westerns
Tommy , when I did anthropology in college ,the great documentarians who captured unique subjects rarely went as deep as you. Your grasp of languages and building common bonds with unique peoples is a stuff of legends. I believe you could curate your travels ( like these) and it could be studied at the university level globally. Imagine you showing up in ANY university on the planet and presenting these videos to local audiences. It would be legendary. Tommy, you are one awesome human. Keep on blessings us with your travels. Looking forward to all your future videos as My world travel education dial is moved up after watching any of your videos. Thanx my guy.
Thanks man, that has to be one of the best comments I’ve ever received. I can’t imagine myself droning on as a professor but who knows, won’t rule it out
@@SabbaticalTommy naw Tommy you wouldn't drone on. You're a natural storyteller and your audience, there, like the rest would enjoy having a global ambassador like you bless them with your presence. I think it's in the cards if and when you want to slow down. If I heard right good college speaker may make crazy $$ per engagement. Tho I know you're a guy with a golden heart a little remuneration for your excellent productions wouldn't hurt. And if your humility prevents you from wanting to stack up too much cash, then think of all the gifts you could give on return ( or vía shipment) to all your global new friends who could use it. I asked you and a few other youtubers to make a note of the places you've stayed in because i am sure there are many viewers, myself included who would love to retrace your steps and even stay in the same places as you. On a last note, consider a future of a few Tommy lodges or hostels where many of your many subs and viewers would feel safe to stay in when they travel. I think you could pull that off as well. Whether in Africa, South and North America or Asia. Or if thats too much then maybe give Tommy seal of approval to the places that you think were the hest hosts. Kinda like your own Travel Advisor honorable mention syopovers...lol. Sorry if I droned on too long but you're a special guy and I think your personality coupled with the genuine people person vibe you have, would make your spaces feel safe as we know such a place would have to meet your goodwill mindset. Be well Tommy! I hope to meet you one day. Writing you from Florida.
True words!
@@globallibran378 , nicely put , 👍
I was thinking along the same lines. When i did a semester of Anthrolopgy in college we saw videos from the Professors ... boy were they exciting! Since then I always maintained a love for people and their culture. Awesome video Tommy!
They have what everyone wants: friendship, purpose, community, rules.
That's why they're always so happy
@@anthonydavis9382 nope we are not happy
@@aminata3702Where are you from?
@@Checkmate777 Tanzania
Ignore the poverty in the video. Always said that "oh. Look how happy they are!", That's too fake
Very well done and truly emotional at the same time... meeting humble people who are true, loving and simple in their living...That girl will forever remember you.
I LOVE HOW AFRICAN KIDS ARE HAPPY MAY THEY SMILE FOREVER
Amen
African children only eating and happiness
They all are
Yup and run around without snappy neighbours hahahha tryna cut théir freedom hitting on roofs when our lil babies start walking . GoD bless (émotions
@@bornstrong2227 happy without food too
I've not laughed that way in a long time. You caught me off guard with this one. Great video...This should go viral.
It was so heartwarming for the karamajong from Uganda 🇺🇬 accommodating our fellow Kenyan brothers and sisters from the beautiful county of Turkana in their land and allowing them to graze and water their animals following the harsh drought here in Kenya 🇰🇪
Karamajong &Turkana are related they speak the same language, they were divided by the colonialists (colonial borders),to them their land is one not kenya or Uganda 🤗
@@kadijaabdi4918 yeah but still it’s a gesture to recognize
Thank you Karamojong for hosting our Kenyan brother Turkana, indeed it's very harsh here in Kenya following prolonged drought.
Welcome! Iam karamojong
the only problem is that our government had promised to make a man made lake to slove water problem bt up to now nothing has been done,hopefully it will be done 🙏🙏
I love how happy and gracious everyone is. We can learn a lot from that. I'll certainly be thinking of them the next time things get tough in my life.
I had a smile throughout this, there's something very natural and pure about the way they live
They only have smiles for those moments but the world should help them because they are being slaughtered or killed by the dictator Museveni because of their gold which was discovered
@@mariayoeni4211 hi
Yes but no
@@atimug no but yes
@@romz1 I mean I know them well because we are neighbours with them just having different cultures though they did something bad to has..now days there are enemies to my tribes.
Sabbatical, the wrestling made my day! Thanks for mingling with the locals that makes you so unique. Respect man. Peace✌🏾
Anna+Tommy=Anatomy! Someone has an American sense of humor!
The questions he asks his new date...
😂😂😂😂
I cracked on that one too :D What are the odds!?
Hopfully you both can keep doing such visits for many more years to come. For me this truly heart warming and educational as well. Thanks for taking us with you.
The genuine joy and welcoming nature of African communities is just so humbling,they might have so little but are so content and happy to spread love and affection.. awesome video bro
call it naivete.its good to know who is your friend.
And that part of Uganda should be helped immediately because the dictator Museveni is killing them because they discovered gold from that part of the country
It's ain't all smiles and giggles sir.
@@yvoyvo8941
helped by whom?
@@bloggtalk5085 it's not native!!!!? This is just what happened when dumb European colonizers came along. This is shit
It may have been all in fun, as you explained but her eyes and actions make me think that she could have been sincere in her shy way. Not knowing their customs, I hope she was not left a bit hurt or embarrassed by the whole thing.
I thought the same.well may the Good Lord bless their impulsive actions. Amen.Thank you Jesus.
I think that they took it seriously. The laughing and cavorting around was in the joy of the moment. And the family desperately needs the bride price to survive. If he doesn't follow through, it will break her heart.💔😭
I agree.. ethnic group's tradition,culture, beliefs especially wedding ceremony must be kept sacred and respected.
She was hurt
But also thought they took it in good fun.
You have gained a new subscriber cause of this l really miss home 🇺🇬🇴🇲
I really loved how touched he was at the end of the video. Very humbling and heartwarming.
When he said the wrestling had to take place inside I was wondering if we had a lost in translation moment going on
😅😅😅 well.....may be
She probably didn't want to get her good clothes dirty.
@@carlbrown8966 I don't think the wrestling is supposed to be rough... she changed into a nice dress for the wrestling... :D
@@thenandewell I hope it's not supposed to be rough. She's 18 and her favorite pastime is chopping firewood. He met her walking miles with a big bag on her head. She could probably beat me in a a fair fight. LoL
More people need to see the beauty of different cultures, or at least see the larger planet. Love the videos
The opening of the video states that the tribe raids and attacks neighbouring tribes, how is this beauty? This is tribalism and barbarity at it's root form.
this culture is barbaric and poor, it's not beautiful anywhere
Yes but show different cultures of sub- Sahara Africa not just humble tribes please. Europe is diverse as well from humble cultures in Romania to Germany's culture of accuracy and efficiency
What will be the problem if some of these sad cultures be banned?
The problem is only that people try to destroy others happiness for their own interests
I am Ugandan 🇺🇬 but just fell in love with this video, it's so amazing seeing the way of life and seeing how friendly these people are to the extent of surrendering you a wife immediately 😂
Did he really get married for real ..or it was just a play to show the world.Iam not getting it
@Shelly Mutamba they explained up front that it was just for show not an actual marriage, but I get the feeling he will return some day.
@@disturbed8999
Bruhhh return to literal hut dwellers
@@shellymutamba607 Depends.....If he paid the dowry, it could probably have been legit.
@@ligafftheindifferent3495 Father, uncle or big brother has to approve as well for it to be official. But the wrestling part would have signified a sort of pre-engagement or proposal.
I've seen every video you've made, from the beginning. You're the best at travel and showing indigenous people. I appreciate your distaste for the mundane tourist traps, and your focus on real people where they live.
Keep doing what you do. There's a big world out there, and you show it Berge than anyone. Stay safe!
Josie-Tommy…. We are all waiting for you both to wrestle and be happy.
Such a beautiful experience watching this connection, sharing and laughter. This video deserves an award. The best of what we are and can be as humans.😊❤
That's my beautiful home. The humility and love at it's best
I agree with you % per cent
Cannot be better said. I was smiling all through.
@@mariayoeni4211yeah!
@@courvilleg1 welcome Africa... welcome Tanzania 🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿
Thanks for the funny and adventurous content. I from Florida and have traveled to small villages in East Africa so I can relate. However, Tommy you have the guts and audacity to venture into unknown cultural norms to see what happens. I was wondering what format and how to declare a winner of that wrestling match. It ended in a light hearted manner , still quite funny and unexpected. I like Tommy always like to learn and speak a few words in the local language. Love your traveling partner Josey, she such a sweetheart.
In my opinion, this video is an excellent documentary that once again shows the spontaneity of Africans in friendship and hospitality.
Tell me, did Tommy come back to this village to look for Anna?
Did young Anna actually become Tony's wife?
Does anyone know anything about it?
If so it would have been the most wonderful marriage for an innocent and ignorant young girl that I would have ever heard of.
Thank you in advance for your answers !
Your content is unmatched. Wish you health and safety in your travels. Thank you for providing us with an honest format of travel videos. Your heart is pure and hope to create similar memories with the places I’ll visit and the people I encounter along the way.
I've been watching you for awhile now. I've learned so much history and things from Countries I know I'll never see. Thank you so much for what you do. It means more than you know. Thank you again and stay safe.
I completely agree. Tommy takes us to places and shows us the world we may never get to see with our own eyes, beyond what tourism provides. Its a glimpse into humanity I thought I'd never experience. Its also puts so much into perspective for me, living in a small town TY.
Why dont you ever want to see it for yourself? Personnally, these videos inspire me to go, ASAP.
@@enjoidapuci641 go there ASAP 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿LOL
@@jasonsimmons671 I just said that, dude, smh I am going ASAP, Uganda sounds and looks amazing, I'm sold, and completly sick of USA, and oppressors. I'm fcking OUT!
I get most of my money from Czhec and Cyprus, no need to be in USA
@@enjoidapuci641 yeah man , so true , I don't know you , but I think It'll change your life 🤣🤣🤣💯💪🏿
It's so perplexed coming in touch with this film 🎥 it really made my day. Thanks once more to the young man who made it that far to Uganda 🇺🇬
I admire your braveness mate. This was fun. I enjoyed watching it. You have a beautiful soul.
Hey Tommy this is the security guy from Guyana (seon) those people are loving and kind I love this vlog
Keep up d good work , You've a beautiful wife there lol
That cut from "it's a bunch of excuses" to her jumping with the kids got me ahah 😂
That got me too :D
@@jarodwilson4946 I think you should watch the video again to understand what he actually says before commenting...
Same 😂😂😂😂😂
@@PierreMiniggio that true
Yh because his payin her so wants to embarrass her and is he even makin the kids jump on solid ground? Mocking it !
This is so fun to watch,Tommy is a really down to earth person
I was just recommended this video and I love it!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Love how Tommy looks so at home everywhere he goes. He makes vlogging (and languages) look easy.
Tommy speaks karamanjo better than us although we also come from Uganda but from the central part of Uganda big up Tommy
I don't know man.. He's looking pretty uncomfortable most of the time.
@@bennyg.7682 I think I'd look more uncomfortable in those situations. But then again I'm a pretty awkward person 😆
I believe Tommy need to leave these people alone.. It just amazing how people can be so noise..
@@yvoyvo8941 I believe Tommy needs to leave these people alone.. Let them live there life..And stop being so noise..
The wrestling is a practice to see if the husband is strong enough to protect his wife because it's sometimes dangerous in that part of the world.
Safety is an illusion. There are only degrees of insecurity.
Hope you return to see how her life progresses. Would of been a great marriage and you both had a connection.
It will be a miracle because dictator Museveni is killing them or slaughtering them like animals because of their gold which was discovered in their area, immediate awareness and help to them from all over the world
@@yvoyvo8941 oh my God . This is what the Tanzanian Government is doing to Masai people in Ngoro Ngoro. The government is taking their land. People who stand up for their rights get killed . 😢
This guy understands African villagers. He broke his own shell and he is better than most of us.
This is one the fantastic vlog I ever watched on youtube Tommy. Keep exploring new places and new cultures. Take care tommy
I don't understand why my crush got mad when I grabbed her from behind and knocked her down on the ground... 🤔
Were you in Uganda? 🤔😂
@@RyanBentz Yes he missed dah wey and ended up in japan.
😮
Hahaha
Clearly not a woman of true culture
Impressive. One of the best channels I've come across showing real African culture. Great work mate
I love your videos!! It’s amazing how many cultures and people you communicate with, and you truly fit in with everyone! Wishing you safe and fun times ahead!!
Welcome back East Africa ✌️✌️
My Father was born in Jinja, Uganda. His father was the Post Master General. I feel an affinity with this part of Africa.
Come visit brother
Hope you’ve visited our beautiful country already. If not, you are most welcome
Is that when Uganda was a British colony ? Just asking.
I'm from Musaka, have friends from jinja , I have Ulster ancestors but I'm Bugandan, Engabi clan , just as your father is also a Ugandan being born in Jinja , you can get citizenship and Come home mwanyinaze webale.
Please go back for the girl. It seems she liked you.
This show is really educational. Glad I came upon it on the internet and will continue to watch more
This was truly epic! Better than most of the documentaries that are trying to explain this culture. Keep up with the good work man!
mert seni burda görmek enteresanmış adamım :) Senden de bu performansı beklıyoruz :)
Nice going, Tommy. You too, Josie, for putting up with him.
Uganda my mother land but I don't know karamoja so this is how it looks like wow they are so welcoming people ♥️try to visit also western Uganda more especially kasese the origin of mount rwenzori 🌹
I absolutely adore the sound of African song, the underlying hum of the bass mixed with the rhythm and melodic singing, it’s just wonderful.
You're a legend bro! I love your vids so much (lived in Kenya as a kid and doing business now in Nigeria)
i love the way you travel man ! I am a full time traveler and have been everywhere except africa...youre changing my perceptions of africa and i will now explore africa. Thanks man . I appreciate you
What were your "perceptions of Africa", Scot?
@@gatpangatwec6032 i thought it would be very diffcult to travel by bus and Ive always thought there wasnt many options except high price hotels and tours . I now think its possible to travel to alot of countries in africa in a budget friendly way
www.youtube.com/@terryAfri
Be careful, he had some tricky situations in africa. I wouldnt choose to travel through africa alone and without money. Money is needed.
I would really lve to be your tour guide in kenya
Nice one! I love the humble people of karamajong. Thanks a lot for posting this.
There is no way they wrestle inside those tiny huts. I think they thought he meant something else lol. This one one of the best Sabbatical episodes! Tommy's "wife" seemed so nice. I hope he returns to visit her someday.
I think it was their culture to wrestle wasn't it. I'm sure they knew but didn't want their clothes to get too dirty on the dry, powdery ground.
Ohh so that was just a play not married for real?
Its the ability to protect ur family
@@tefillah7450Unfortunately so. I think the "bride" would be a great wife.
You should be in the Guinness book of records for the most underrated youtuber ever
True meanwhile his the Best
That's quite the title
Oh my God!!😆...this was real fun.I live in Eastern part of Uganda 🇺🇬.
But the last time I visted karamoja these people were so welcoming I enjoyed being with them.😊.
These videos are so pure, i cherish each and everyone
This is a great video, l enjoy watching it. It is unedited, it captured people and their cultures as it is. I've watched videos that contained unnecessary editing and over commentaries that don't match the people's lived lives. I'm looking forward to your upcoming video.
dude, i love the work you do. i appreciate you. keep exploring the greatness of the world that so little of us know about. enjoy uganda.
Another great video, it made me lol 😂 so funny but connecting with everyone is amazing 🤩 thanks for been you 👍🏾😍😍😍😍
Some of the most entertaining content you've ever put out. Hillarious. Y'all literally fought lmao
I am a 75yo man who traveled The World extensively from 1969-1999. While trading all over Kenya, Tanzania, Somalia, and Ethiopia I met several tribes of Beautiful people. In future you should try compliments for the women and their cloths most especially your wifeeee
!!!!! LOVED your experience keep traveling the best education a person will ever receive!
💋💥
you should ahve stayed in africa and built a house there
Such a welcoming and happy group. This was really fun to watch, surely something they will also remember for years to come.✌🏽
Hardly to see it even within few months because they are being killed or slaughtered by the dictator Museveni because of their gold which was discovered in their area, immediate awareness and help from all over the world
I'm loving your videos. Greetings from Peru my friend
Lady knew what she wanted. Good for her. I like how he went along with it so well. She's a beautiful woman! This tribe sounds like my kinda place, I wrestled for 7 years and love it. The wrestling was so genuine and beautiful. What an amazing culture and experience. Such beautiful people. I hope you do visit her again. After that moment, even for fun. It's someone that's gonna be with you in your heart the rest of your life. She's always going to remember that day along with the whole village.
Congratulations Tommy to you and your beautiful Ugandan wife 🥳 🥂 love from London 🇬🇧 🇺🇬
Welcome Kenya
I'm speechless. What beautiful people these are. So welcoming, smiling, a proud and truly blessed nation. Peace and love go with you 💜
They are called the karamanjos from North part of Uganda but the sad side story is that they are being killed or slaughtered by the dictator Museveni because of their gold which was discovered in their area, immediate awareness and help needed from all over the world
@@yvoyvo8941 You are a lier.
This is really not a true assertion.
Kindly verify your statement. This is harmful propaganda.
Most African communities are like this , unfortunately us Africans mistakenly think that other human beings are like this, when we go for studies or job searching in the Western world, we are confronted with racism(something most of us do t know), We are innocent and ignorant of how the so-called civilize and rich nations portray us
@@sambaemol2476 couldn’t agree with you more
They all look so happy over there. Lots of huge smiles and laughter. I love seeing things from other's perspectives. Lovely group of people!
This is a brilliant upload, I enjoyed it so much. THX.
I love your channel! I love your respect. I love your compassion. Keep up the greatness!
Tommy! That was AWESOME! I love seeing you open up over the course of your videos. And their joy was infectious. Thank you so much for continuing to bring your life with the good people from around the world to us. Love and kisses from NY!
This was so wonderful to watch. Definitely caught me off guard. Good video 👏🏼
This video made me smile all the way through. It also totally arrested my attention. This is original and unexpected content. No clichés, stereotypes, tropes and stuff like that. Really cool - loved it ❤️
This is super content brother thank you Iovw you stay safe ❤
Best youtuber going how you have only got 350k subs ill never know. Very brave to do what you do
Truth ?
Such a great experience, take good care of my sistah !
Thank you so much for this video. I'm African leaving in the USA and I'm really happy to see you sharing your time with my African families. Even I'm not from that part of Africa , I'm happy to see how you love my people. God bless you brother.
This episode was very educational. I learnt a lot about Ugandan culture. All I can say is: "Different strokes for different folks."
This isn’t Ugandan culture
@@escapism2497 but it is a tribe of the area though is it not?
@@escapism2497 karamoja is in north eastern Uganda , so its part of Ugndan culture
@@escapism2497 am Ugandan and this is absolutely part of Ugandan cultures. We have over 50 tribes in Uganda which all practice different cultures
@@kipapula6838 man, that is so cool, your country is so beautiful and the people are great! I’d love to visit one day.
Congrats to you newlyweds!
I'm humbled to say this is the most interesting documentary keep it up guys!
I love Uganda my country...thanks for the visit 🥰
Just the joy of those children seeing him makes the trip worth it.
She dressed up for the wrestlemania??!! Wow! I love this!
Happiest kids 🎉 and natural people ,No tv ,no video game ,natural people
Wow!
Of all your videos I have watched, this one really touched my heart.
Thank you.
It was very enlightening experience.
Also thank you for defeating her.
I think, if you had let her defeat you, it would have been seen by (most) as you taking advantage of her.
So, thank you for being a good man.
Now, if (behind the scene) something happens, who GAF?
Don't show and life goes on as in what happens in Vegas, stays in vegas.
Thank Bro for showing the world, another way of life on the planet.
Thanks Bro.
LOL, this was the most funny wrestling, and yeah u went for it, i found my self laughing like crazy. I love these guys, thanks to bring us this kind of content (Anna Tomy😀)
Tommy, Josée’s the ideal wife for you. 😊
Absolutely beautiful- thank you for this amazing video!
The smiles on the kids faces was awesome they look so happy
Tommy,this video is truly awesome.You're a great Vlogger.
One of the best videos already made here in YT. You just gained one more follower. One of my dreams is to have that experience (visiting those beautiful villages and communities of Africa). Congrats for the video!
I kept feeling like the girl was going to end up getting her feelings hurt which made watching kind of uncomfortable. Hopefully it was all understood from the beginning, cause she had what looked like a pretty serious dress on.
I think, and they thought, it was a genuine marriage.
Brilliant vlog Tommy... 👍👍👍
Nice to get to know a bit about these people and their lifestyle, thanks for the video!
Hi tommy, I had a really hard day so this was very refreshing to watch (:
Wow. This was one wonderful video. Keep exploring Tommy !
Awesome, you never disappointe.. cheers.
I love how happy this peoples are😀😀
I had second-hand embarassment for him wrestling that girl! It's like you don't know how seriously they take these things, and knowing that you're not actually going to marry the girl, how do you exit the situation afterwards without looking like you're completely rejecting them!..
True
Marry me
So interesting to watch this amazing people with such a unique culture. Thank you Tom for this content.
Hahaha...so glad to hear Tommy speak my Ateso language in Karamoja. For those who are uninitiated, the Iteso people and the Karamojong are closely related. In fact the Karamojong call themselves the uncles of the Iteso
That’s awesome, I love learning about different cultures, especially in Africa. I want to travel there one day
@@CChissel Yes.. me too!!
@@jarodwilson4946 City? What are you talking about? How is it fake?
@@jarodwilson4946 Yeah, he’s probably staying in a hotel. How does this change anything? Is this the first video you’ve seen of his? You’re trying to prove a point that doesn’t exist. The girl with him, Josie makes videos too, and her home country is Uganda, you can watch her videos as well.
www.youtube.com/@terryAfri