CRAWFISH & COLD BEER with the GODFATHER of the Bayou
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- čas přidán 16. 04. 2022
- Meet Skeeter Ray, the Godfather of the bayou. I found this human national treasure through a long search online to find the perfect person to show me some cajun food. I landed on his doorstep and it felt like home.
Join me, Skeeter, Squirrel and my videographer Bryce as we cook some Crawfish Cajun style with Skeeter Ray's secret technique!
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Chase Your Fears 🐉
Should I bring some Maine Lobsters to Skeeter Ray? 🦞
FULL SKEETER INTERVIEW VIDEO IS HERE: czcams.com/video/hunFs8nwvyw/video.html
Your consistency and quality of content never disappoints!
you should go to the North Pole in your next adventure✨✨👑👑
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The whole accent to me is unique 😂
“If it was any better the lord would keep it for himself” This guy is AMAZING 😂💀
Best line that he said.
Lol I know right! He is a hillbilly and a half! Bet he loves his moonshine.
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Words worth carrying with you
*14:16*
He is a little older than me. We grew up together. He is and always has been crazy as shit. He’s a good dude. The stories we could tell 😂
Good !! ❤❤ you have a great frnd
@@SoobinChoi-yo2io fishing
Get that man some lobsters
I'd love to meet that guy 😂
This guy is freaking awesome. You can tell he's all around good people. Can probably teach you a thing or 10, good company
Ofc I knew once I seen the still in the background 😭😭
I’ve traveled the whole United States and there’s nothing like Louisiana. It’s truly a magical place. You really captured the essence and hospitality.
my heart is so full of pride for my home, as i’ve gotten older i’m really able to see the culture and beauty. you’re right, there’s no place like louisiana. thank you for appreciating 🩵🩵🩵
Man Louisiana is a shit hole😂 they do make some good food tho😋
You can't beat Southern hospitality Skeeter is a legend. God bless Skeeter and his knowledge 🙏
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Idk where that saying southern hospitality came from because there’s no hospitality at all especially if you are black …
@@lemonhead1442 who tf told u that I’m black and live in the country and everyone gets southern hospitality
@@lemonhead1442 leftist bullshit as usual
@@lemonhead1442 there’s always one with victim mentality lol
This guy is a legend, his personality is amazing!
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He totally is 🔥
I absolutely love how thankful he was even though he's the one who opened his home and arms to new people. The world is a great place indeed!
I've never met a cajun that wasn't chill as fuck. Funny mfers too
A lazy ass drunk who lives off of my tax money
Hardly a legend
"almost reckless hospitality....". That's the best quote from this entire video !!! God bless people like this and people like you, we all need a little bit of this in our lives, especially with what we got going on in the world today !!! God bless all of you !!!! I'm from extreme Southern Alabama, we know a little bit about crawfish here too !!!!
Amen, old turds like Skeeter and Squirrel are everywhere, but most people don't give themselves a chance to get to know them. not concerned if you approve of them or not, Good hearted, good natured and wouldn't hurt a soul unless he was forced to.
You said it best. Bless you too!
He’s got that personality that you feel like you’ve known him ages.
It's amazing how you can visit a state in my home country, and it's a whole different world from my own state. People think of the U.S. as one big country, but living here, you have to appreciate each state like its own country.
That was the original plan
Louisiana is like 2 different states and 1 country all together. You have north Louisiana, which is your traditional southern. South Louisiana is your Cajuns and creole, like skeeter here. And then New Orleans is like a different country all it's own, it's a mix of the best of Louisiana with a sprinkle of the the rest if the world on top.
Truth!
@@misplacedcajun2325 well spoken I’m from cail but I have lived south of BR my hole life I’m an adopted Cajun
Spoken like someone who has never left the US
Skeeter Ray is a true Cajun in every sense of the word! Funny, friendly, open-hearted,... the kind of person that would give you the shirt off his back! Cajuns are are a special breed indeed and Skeeter exemplifies that in droves! Another excellent and entertaining video Mike! 👍👍
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You say that while he literally drinks and drives so when he crashes his truck into a family with two little children in the car while he’s drunk and they all die would you change your story about how great he is?
@@blueberryog69 bro, no need for that
@@mehrshadshahabi4845 no need to drink and drive. you’d think he’d know that by now seeing as he’s about my grand fathers age but who am I to judge either? I’ve made mistakes in my life, and yes I watched the whole video and he does seem like a very nice man but drinking and driving causes so many deaths to not just grown adults but children. That’s sad. That’s like you or me dying at a young age and never getting to even realize what life really means all because a driver decided to get behind the wheel while he was under the influence. My dad was killed by a drunk driver when I was 14 years old. I know first hand of this.
@@blueberryog69 They're in the middle of nowhere mate, not gonna hit anybody.
Dude, thank you for coming to Louisiana and showing that even the crazy ass people on the bayou are still just good and decent people. We're all a bit nutty, but that's what makes people in south Louisiana unique. All the best, brother man.
This is why I love my country and my countrymen we all are different and have different customs. Truly a unique society. Legend in every sense of the word that skeeter is. Squirrel seems legit too. That crawfish fry looks legit
I’m from Louisiana born and raised , I’m from New Orleans and still live here. I love that you show the humble southern hospitality that our people are known for. I’ve been boiling crawfish my whole life and the ice secret is dead on.. I’ve been doing that trick for 30 years now. Was just telling my wife today I want to boil a couple sacs of crawfish soon.. the season is in right now ..Great episode man
I'm from south carolina and it's a shame that hospitality is pretty dead down here in alot of places
man hope you did that boil ! for the past 6 years i never heard of the shock secret . i need to try it sometime
@@jakubnike66 just hose the out side of the pot down or freeze 2 liters with water so you don’t water down the seasoning
@@chevypimp5948 note to self! Thank you brother
@@jakubnike66 yea it works great. Another way is to get frozen corn on the cob throw a bunch of those in there and they act the same way as ice would, shocks it from the frozen cobs like ice but the the corn will soak up the seasoning and taste awesome !
I am African and i enjoy learning about people’s cultures and how they live. This was awesome👍🏾 didn’t want it to end
My neighbors Texas/Louisiana ❤
Kweli.
Much love from Baton Rouge Louisiana. I love all of his videos when he's visiting Africa. Such a beautiful place with beautiful and loving people. We're worlds apart but share many of the same values. God bless
I've had the pleasure of meeting and sharing beers with numerous people just like skeeter over the years. I've learned more about life in an hour of drinking some beers with old timers just like skeeter than I ever learned in a classroom. Wise, complete gem human beings. Love it.
I'm from the Chicago area and moved down there and lived 30 minutes from this gentleman. They are truly more relaxed, enjoy life and very hospitable down there.
The doggy chilling in the car sitting up smiling is my favorite part....makes me miss my pup....wonder how he's doing...
He's doing good man....you know that. Waiting on you ....
@@chriscandies7371 I hope mine is too, this comment made me smile. ♥️ peace and love to y’all both.
Skeeter is an official OG dropping knowledge and keeping positive energy along with cold beer lol
As a cajun I can't say I've ever seen a full can of corn go into a crab boil pot. I'm guessing he came up with that so its easier to eat them on a cob.
Only thing this boil is missing is some whole garlic,celery sausage 😋
this man, is a god damn national treasure, warm hearted
Dude, i can't believe your content is free, all your videos are amazing and show the diversity in the world in a way few people can, you inspire me to go out there and see the world for myself.
Appreciate that brotha. I try and show you all how I see the world, an amazing place full of unbelievably kind people doing extraordinary things. I’m happy it’s free, so more people can see.
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@@fearlessandfar ur a awesome individual bro
@@fearlessandfaryou got skeeter some lobsters yet!?? Keep safe.
in a world of negative exploitation, these type of videos are literally exposing the goodness of people. truly, these type of videos is good for our soul... because right now I would like nothing better than to meet someone like Skeeter, learn from him, eat with him, and just realize how much good there is to be had.
Skeeter is an absolute legend
Anyone else keep coming back😂 i could sit and drink with him all day would be such a laugh. Hope your well skeeter love from UK dude 👌🇬🇧
Ohhh skeeter ray…. Happy to have him as a family friend and my neighbor. He’s definitely a good time!!
Hey boo
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I love those 17:16 moments. The day is done, you have a belly full of good food and good brew, a good fire, a good chair, and good company. It's hard to beat.
That dude didn't have a wife trust me lol like it or not married life means no life u do what u do with it partner always but not alot of ppl do and the world is dangerous trust me lol fools be using water but travel where needed and always stay humble if the world is good no one needs to say is good . . It is just the world ppl make demons not the world .
@@notyou000 Naw. You can live that life easily when you are married. Just not while you are raising kids. But you need to marry the right woman.
This man is a national treasure and needs to be protected
I loved this, we need more skeeter.
15:58 That’s better than eating poussy 😂
Maybe the best line actually 😆
Finished the vid and I gotta say love skeeter everything hes about and you did a great job making this hope you go back with some lobsters for him would love to see pt2
Yes. Have been thinking about it!
@@fearlessandfar Please do! Really looked like he enjoyed your company :)
Please make a part 2. He is as real as it gets and really is a legend in our area. Every one knows him. I mean everyone. I grew up knowing him right down the road from him. A part 2 would be great!
Yes! Part 2 with lobsters!! 🦞🦞🦞
@@fearlessandfar please do it
The US is such a crazy place. I could go a few states (maybe even just one) state away from mine and I could experience a whole new culture. Where I’m from in the Midwest we don’t get a lot of people who are like Skeeter, but that variety is what makes this country diverse and interesting.
An important distinction these days is that we stopped listening to our elders, in our tribal/clan days our elders would be coveted for their wisdom. A thing we've forgotten how to do in the modern age it feels like, everyone is so busy trying to get shit done that we rarely ever find the time to sit down with an old timer & listen to their valuable lessons. What a wonderful man, so enriching, generous, kind & full of lessons to teach.
I wish I could fly over the ocean and sink some cold ones with Skeeter.
We NEED to see Skeeter cook up some Maine lobster Cajun style!
Oh yeah
DO IT!!!!!!!
That video would be so sik
Lobster and and a gallon of hot pee is my favorite combo. Savory of lobster and the acrid fermentation of the sun baked piss hits the spot
Southern hospitality at its best, may God richly bless skeeter
As someone from Morgan City, I love to continue seeing this form of hospitality and love for meeting new people that it still preserved in Louisiana.
We need more Skeeters' is our lives, He is genuinely the most humble and sweetest man to welcome his home to you all and treat you like family is really a rare quality people have these days ... God bless him
Fascinating video. Skeeter Ray is a Compassionate Man. 😊⭐
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“ We getup in the morning …we feel like doing something we go and do it , if we don’t feel like doing nothing, we don’t do it” …..Life goals for me man
I live here in the most unique, glorious and original state in the country, my Louisiana it's like a whole other world. So very, very proud of living here because the people here so friendly, happy and caring for each other and the traditions, the rich, rich history of this state it's second to none. Our dialect has it's own flavor too. Speaking of flavor, You've come to the right spot for a delicacy only found in our great land. The wonderful mixture of our culture, traditions and our one of a kind architecture found not only in New Orleans but through out makes for a rich Gumbo of the tastiest kind, truly Louisiana has no equals and it's second to none. ⚜️
Les Hernandez, very very well said. From a born and bred proud Louisiana girl!
😢lafayette
Skeeter is the true definition of southern hospitality such a caring loving and down to earth man. Definitely a true gentleman
I really wish I got the opertunity to be born and raised like that man, They are blessed with a abundance of food as long as you go out and catch/hunt it. What a life.
did we watch the same vid??? they bought everything from the store and got drunk lmao!!!
It is a wonderful life. I hunt and fish for my family and we grow a *big* garden. I hope one day you can experience to do this at least once, the satisfaction contentment and peace you will find is blessed.
@@itsjb5342 they bought them because it's faster it's longer to catch them because you have to set up a trap and then you have to wait for an hour or two and then you have to go check up on each trap they set up and see what they got
My family and I met Skeeter at the national Nutria Rat hunt in Venice Louisiana. He's every bit of what you see on camera. A legend, funny, and wholesome Cajun. God bless him!
You’re doing great things man! The world needs to see and hear from local legends like this! My grandpa was from NB too and I’m in Ontario but fly for Air Transat and there’s nothing like flying out of the East baby! Thank you for hearing Skeeter & Squirrel with the world! 🙏🏼HATATA!!!
this was not only informational well put together and neat., it was a testament to what it means when people talk about southern hospitality.. well done.
Thank you for this video. Skeeter is truly a gem. I love the wisdom he offers and his sincere generosity. Do us a favor and bring him some lobsters for another video! We would love that!
Here I sit broken hearted... with my friend Mike who farted. Lmao.
Bro, love the diversity of your videos... and you ask great questions ... awesome job ..showing us so many different cultures ..much closer to home than I realized ...makes me want to go and visit !
Hey man, thanks so much! Really enjoyed my time with Skeeter
This was so heart warning... So wholesale.. Made me tear up...I love watching skeeter. Keep it up.
I love Skeeter's character and his accent of course 🥰❤️
Thanks for sharing this wonderful experience.
Keep safe and God Bless 🙏💝
The definition of “ y’all wanna cook something”
It’s an all day thing.
Awesome video.
This is pure love . How we should all be to each other. Loving understanding neighbors and friends. 🥰🥰
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Skeeter is so awesome! ❤ I can sit there n talk n talk his ears off n listen to all his stories ! Enjoy life because life is so short! God bless you skeeter
First off let me say thank you for making such a wholesome and positive feel-good video. That made me smile big time. I've lived in New Orleans for just shy of thirty years now and I can totally relate to the kind and hospitable people here that are just like Skeeter and his friends. What a good guy. Now, I've been to many crawfish boils and I will say that I've never seen anyone throw in whole cans of corn before. That's new to me but it looked like it worked. Definitely enjoyed watching your video. Good times with good folks. I'll be looking for your return video when you bring them Maine lobster down with you when you come back. Safe travels, sir.
Imagine having a grandpa like him i prolly wouldn't be depressed but also im gratefull for the people i have
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I was raised in an ENTIRE community of Coonasses RIGHT next door in Iota/Egan . My Grandma & Grandpa spoke French ONLY. Never been loved by anyone else more in my life. My family are crawfish farmers in Crowley, LA 🥰
I love skeeter already, this series is gonna be amazing
Wait until the next one. Such a character
The dog sitting up like a hooman in the truck was so adorable 🥰 with his fat belly hanging out 😊 I know Skeeters been feeding that good boy really good , he probably eats gator 🐊 with his little self 😂 they are so cool 😎 my nickname from my uncle that passed a while back is Skeeter also , since a lil girl. . I have a big rock with my name (Skeeter) engraved and painted in it.
What a good old boy , I love kind people like skeeter Ray and his new friend . 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Bless you all great show👍✌️
Big congrats on a million fellow fredrictonian! Proud of ya. I was watching this on IG stories, love seeing the full version now 👌💪
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Skeeter is amazing! You NEEEEEED to do more videos with him. He brings a whole new light in what we call life.
Keep up what you do and keep your head high. Love y'all! All y'all who watch is amazing. Life may get you down. But find a person like Skeeter, and your life won't be the same. Have a great day or night y'all. Peace
Excuse me, but this man is phenomenal! He reminds me of my Dad. I just lost him in September of 2022. When that man said "it's better than eating pu**y" I died laughing because my Dad had the best/worst crude humor. I learned that and carry on the crude humor. I cried laughing when he said that. Live on and thank the Lord for every day. ♥️ This man deserves all the likes and comments.
Rip to ur dad ❤
i cant believe how amazing these videos are and how kind the people in this world actually are the further you go out of your comfort zone
I worked on a drilling barge in Louisiana this past year and I can confirm the laid back vibes are real. The only thing better than the vibes is the food. I could barely understand my rig manager because his accent was so thick. I great experience with the culture and the people.
Fearless and Far is by far, the best channel ever. Bravo and thank you ❤️✌🏻🐉
Heyooo. I second that 😉
@@fearlessandfar It really is the best channel though! Changed my life watching it.
Can't wait and hope to see some more episode with Skeeter ! He's funny and all !
Met skeeter a few times, being that I live around the area! He is something else!🤣
Men like Skeeter are the true salt of the earth. Their are similar men out there but you seem to have to look hard to find them. They for the most part have lived through a lot of "LIFE". Thank you for introducing Skeeter to a wide span of people.
Wow this is so beautiful it brings tears to my eyes. This is pure bliss, being around people you love, being thankful for what you have, some cold beer and some cigars. That is how you make memories.
This was soooo good. I live in Tasmania, Australia….and Skeeter is the epitome of a US Southern Crawfishing legend I have always imagined.
Great video, mate. I’ve subscribed and looking forward to checking out more of your videos. Well done, man. You’ve got a gift for this I believe.
Cheers,
Rob, Tasmania
I am going through some really hard times and your talk how to handle them, lifted my spirits
Thank you old friend!!!
I Love this video and this man is a worth gold ❤️ We definitely need to see you guys again...soon as possible...cooking the lobsters!
I know right? I’ll have to go back!
@@fearlessandfar ....stay there and FedEx the lobsters overnight night
It doesn’t get much better than a good old fashioned southern crawdad boil and this man is a master. My brother is a towboat pilot, he has worked for Ingram barge company his entire adult life. He invited me to one of their company crawdad boils many years ago and it was instantly my new favorite food.
3:26 is that perhaps the world's happiest dog? So absolutely and utterly relaxed, just living life and enjoying the hell out of being cuddled :P
Great job. You got to see what Louisiana has that is truly unique. I have met many Skeeters growing up here, but it took this video to make me appreciate it. Like you said, there are good people everywhere. But I needed to be reminded of that. It was nice to see it from a different perspective. A couple of cases of beer will go a long ways on the Bayou. Just don't run out. lol. Thank you for coming down.
I love when CZcams gives me new wholesome content, skeeter is awesome and the world needs more people like him ❤️
Skeeter reminds me of my father. Warm, welcoming and most of all a GREAT man. This was my first time watching your channel and it’s fair to say that you have made a fan out of me. Thank you 🙏🏿
One of the best documentaries of this type I’ve ever seen. Incredibly well done. Bravo!
Ya know, I just stumbled across this page and this was my first video. And while Skeeter deserves all the attention in the world i think your narration really brings back Anthony Bourdain in a way. A great appreciation for traveling and people and adventure. Well done man, 🤝
Nailed it again Mike! Such a great story on so many levels and I love the way you always take it back to the world not needing to be feared. People shine when you show love and openness, it has certainly also been my experience from Travel. Much Love for your channel and message mate.
This is easily one of my favourite channels as you never know what kind of adventure you're gonna take us on, thankyou for sharing these awsome videos with us & introducing us to these fascinating people & showing us places we'd never otherwise get to see, stay blessed brother & keep doing what you do You're the best 🤙🏽
I don't find myself just watching with a smile through an entire video.. I either laugh or don't and that's it... but I smiled the whole way through on this one
never a dull moment with this guy...thanks for sharing this with us bro
Can't wait for part 2! Love this!
I hope nothing bad ever comes to this man, and i pray that he’s kept safe, and alone from people who mean him any harm, or the slightest I’ll intent. This guy is a true friend, a real buddy.!
This is my heritage. i do speak a little Cajun, but mostly french. Skeeter is representing us VERY well. love this so much
Same, I know Skeeter personally, and although he’s laying it on a little thick. He’s definitely 100% a Cajun good ole boy
Awesome content Fearless & Far! Also, thank you Skeeter for sharing your stories and secrets.
I’m from Missouri and went gator hunting in Louisiana with a few of my grandpas friends and they also welcomed us into their homes with open arms. I had never met these people in my life and they treated us like family. Great food and great culture they are awesome people.
I'm falling in love, this man is a pure soul, thank you Mike for this amazing piece of life of Skeeter Ray, his words are so precious, he's a such kind man...
Minute 16..... man I'm glad to see both guys Canadian and American. I just love it...
Seems like a nice guy & a good friend. W Skeeter
cant wait to see the sequel to this one! love the southern hospitality! i have family from Louisiana and it doesnt get much better than the folks from this part of the world!
Everytime I watched your videos I am feeling so happy that I discovered your content on CZcams. I see so many wonderful places, so many interesting and lovely people, each one with their own ways of living but still the warmth of their heart feels the same no matter where.
Thank you Mike!
"And may the God bless the cook, babe." 😃
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Great video. Love the realism. You said it best, the travelers that go the furthest do see that the world is kind.
this is absolutely amazing. I actually wish I had joined you guys. Keep making videos like this and you will kill it. Good job
Damn. Just damn. Almost got a tear in my eye. Thank you on behalf of skeeter for taking your time to kick with such a man. I bet he genuinely enjoyed every minute.
Skeeter makes me proud to be from Louisiana.
Also, the fat is the best part. It's what gives any crawfish dish it's rich flavor. And the shocking cause contraction, which draws in the seasoning. He was dead right whenever he said, "Anymore than I what I have here is too much."
love all these wonderful people you meet
it just goes to show that the world still has its wonderful places
I wish that this video gets a Part 2, maybe there's a way for skeeter to come North at your place, or you guys meet again at his home. Either way it would be great, I just love the energy he expresses!
This is absolutely amazing and I hope more than anything this reaches more people. This is what people need to see in this day when there’s so much hate around
This was amazing, you narrated it beautifully. Thank you!
This was so awesome and authentic, full of original loving people.