Go to those beautiful mountains, I think are in/near Wuhan. You know, the ones featured in the Avatar movie. I have wanted to see them all my life-- ever since I saw them in ancient Chinese art. Glad you are having a great time. Your wife looks beautiful in Hanfu, and your kids are adorable. Thank you for doing such a wonderful and Godly work in the world.
We’ve literally gotten to see you grow up, start a family and raise a child. You’re blessed and may you continue to be blessed… From a native Brooklynite
An acquaintance of my friend is fluent in over 18 languages, (including all the major East Asian languages). She’s traveled to many places and definitely got the people’s respect and made it much easier to navigate. She’s extremely beautiful on top of that, so she gets extra attention lol. She’s truly an impressive person.
Yeah, just like language simp said: “if your able to speak chinese with an excusable accent and handle a conversation, native speakers will do triple back flips, shower you with gifts, give you diamond armor, start fortnite building irl etc”. As a chinese i can comfirm that we get super shocked wen people are able to speak it.
In China they respect you for speaking their dialect, in America they call that cultural appropriation and would shun you for it if you're lucky, otherwise you could get assaulted.
yep, it's the greedy politicians that ruins everything and make countries hate one another. all my life i been hoping for peace, hoping internet would bring people together and we'd see everyone everywhere are normal and same essentially. yet sadly politicians and big companies and media continue to brainwash everyone into constant fear and hate.
That man offering food right away is just like my papa. So generous and hospitable. You can’t leave my papa’s house without eating he was always cooking something up real quick and made several dishes if anyone came to visit us
Western media makes us think the Chinese hate us but I really don't get that vibe. Im guessing their media doesn't constantly spew out that much divisive propaganda against westerners. 😂
There is nothing to amend. All the "issues" that exist is our politicians creating them! Us regular citizens are lied into believing we do. We are more alike with people around the world than not!
@@M98747 I love how you, a stranger, are trying to explain to me the details of my own life, as if you would know better. lol. What you kids lack in intelligence, you definitely try to make up in confidence. It’s as amusing as it is sad to watch you demonstrate it so proudly. 🤣🤣🤣
@@FactsoverFeelings94027 I mean this happens everywhere. One person doesn't represent all of China. Chinese people are overall more welcoming than most countries. You don't need to get so angry about it. I have been to China 7 times since my mom was born in Guangzhou and moved to the U.S. 9 yrs before i was born. They're very nice! My Chinese sucked before we started going over there multiple times and my moms locals from like restuarants and stores always taught me new words. It's amazing. If you havent been hope u do. You'll loveit edit: Obv there are some bad people but there are bad people in every country.
@@po1arz352 You’re a child. Grow up, have money, go back to China and do business with them, and when you come to the realization that you’ve been robbed and ripped off, then come back and share your experience.
The amount pleasantness from these people amazes me. Never in America will you have a random guy come and openly remark on his admiration of your beauty.
🤣They mean to say handsome, but yeah I agree with what you're saying, no American man (or really no Western man) is going to say that to a foreigner. But I don't find it gay when Asians say it, they're just really innocent and trying to compliment him and make him feel admired and at home.
I love these videos because - from my perspective as an American - really humanize other countries. When you hear the mass media constantly say that relations with China are rocky or tense, I feel like we often generalize and forget that there’s a beautiful culture and wonderful people that live there. Always love your videos Xiaoma.
People everywhere are like this, just trying to make an honest living. It's the media that tries to paint China(and the Chinese people) as an enemy of the West so that we are more programmed to automatically accept negative narratives about them.
I could watch hours of this type of content, but I can't fathom how long this 19 min video must have taken with editing and translation captions. Thank you for these longer vids. Your effort is noticed and appreciated!
This is why I love the far east as a westerner, I've been to mainland China, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Philippines, Burma and every single time I go out in the street I have interactions like this. Super friendly and hospitable people who have a genuine interest in getting to know you then after about 10 minutes you are inundated with invites to join them for a huge family meal with unbelievably tasty food, jokes about marrying their daughters, copius amounts of rice based liquor and friends for life. I've had it a few times in south America but no where else on the planet are this welcoming on the same scale.
Yeah Southeast/East Asians are the cutest, loveliest, friendliest people. You can make friends there easily. That's why there are millions of Western expats living there and Western tourists all over the place there at all times. They love Asia.
Plus the most heinous thing they'll do is just steal your money, but WON'T kill you, like in S. America. One of their favorite trick is ride their scooter next to you, & cut your purse string & swipe your cell phone. It sucks but at least you're still alive. Unlike in S. America, you lost your life & your stuff.
I watch these videos and get angry that our political leaders are heading us down the path of conflict. I love seeing how everyone is so friendly and generous.
@ctbadger i feel like videos like this make it clear that our govt keeps making propaganda to get us to dislike china and chinese people but their government obviously isnt, seems like the info they get about us on the news doesnt cause them to be scared or adverse to us in any way but them begging our political leaders to not go to war against them
You are so right! In my life I've had many wonderful Chinese and Iranian friends, and it is frustrating that our leaders (and, yes, theirs) feel the need to periodically rattle the sabers (or worse) like adolescent boys. We all know who suffers if it comes to war, and it's probably not those leaders! 👿
If you take most of the leaders of nations out of the equation (politicians/influential donors) you are left with very few select 'evil' people or groups in the world. The issue is those people/groups are all you hear about because it sells/keeps international conflict. Just how the politicians (and frankly the money) want it to be. More conflict or perceived conflict=more ability to control the general populace. I mean, in America, we see this all the time. Take Nancy Pelosi (a lady who has made her money from insider trading via her husband---net worth of 120 million as a career politician) telling people how bad Donald Trump is (someone who has made his money through inheritance/exploiting/conning others). Two terrible people that have spent the majority of the past 8 years telling others how terrible the other is. That's a small microcosm of the issues that are created in the US and carry on worldwide. Money is the root cause of evil. It's never been more telling.
as someone who just soloed China for three weeks, with no itinerary or ideas of how to get around. China for me, was one the safest, and easily is my number one country I've travelled to. The time i spent in Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Chongqing and Guangzhou is unreal
Sadly most of that culture was lost in the unification of china, so many cultures wiped out, so much technology lost, as well as philosophy. The world is worse off, just like the loss of Bable, Alexandrina, and the place that was known as Atlantis (not the stupid outlandish myth but the real place), it happens over and over throughout history. So in a short fight against people destroying history and culture. What ever age you may be in.
I was in Shanghai in 2010 as a 17 year old American. It truly did feel like being Brad Pitt, even though I was in a major city. I've always wondered if it would be different today with how the relationship between our two countries has diminished since then, but this made me smile knowing that the Chinese people still see Americans as friends.
As a Chinese local, I can assure you that we see Americans as friends, and American movies and tv shows are super popular here.😊 Politics are not so important to us ordinary people I think. And if you come to Shanghai or other cities here today, people may still be curious and give you extra attention haha
You look like you are really enjoying yourself. I am very impressed with how friendly the people are. You have a great advantage in being able to speak their language. Enjoy!
I've been thinking about going back to China. My Chinese is no where near as good as yours but I have been brushing up on it again. inspired me to start learning again. I lived in China from 2005 to 2007 and then went back for work frequently but haven't been back since 2014. Your videos have reminded me of all the times in would interact with locals and I always found that Chinese people were absolutely lovely and friendly and your videos give me inspiration to move back there. Thanks for taking us with you on your trip.
Do come back to visit， you are welcome old friend， I noticed you haven't been back for 10 years. You can't imagine how mucg China have changed in these ten years。 Looking forward You to see it in your own eyes， Hope you will enjoy and Best wishes to you having a wonderful journey then🎉
I love how no matter what's going on in the world or what our politicians try to make us think. We are all human, and when we meet in the street, just a simple fact of respect knowing another cultures language brings us together.
This is one of your best videos. Unlike in the States where you’re a celebrity, you’re just a foreigner in China and the reaction from the people meeting you is priceless.
Visiting the Terracotta Warriors was a fun trip. My wife is from China. I loved travelling throughout China. The news would have you believe that travelling in China today for an American is not a good idea. I am happy to see that the reality is much different.
Lived in Beijing for 3 years from 06-09 and I can count on one hand the amount of people that 'hated america'. More than anything they were just curious and scared of a conflict. Please make sure we all separate a countries citizens from their governments! Farthest west I got was Linfen, and everyone thought I was Russian for some reason. I did feel like Brad Pitt though. People mid-wedding came over and asked me to join their marriage pictures lol. Im so jealous of your ability to communicate. I could listen ok, but speaking was hard. I never could master the four tones. And reading/writing? Impossible lol.
Bingo, important to separate civilians from the government. I've had that experience in every country I have been to that the US labeled as a travel risk.
@@noahmaas1670 Some places really are a travel risk, I recommend to avoid going to Egypt for the pyramids, thats for sure. But 90% of the time you'll be just fine. Iran and Turkey are great examples of this. Some of the safest places on Earth but because of their governments they get a very bad rap, but the people are so so so so nice.
so funny. u yourself accusing citizen couldnt differ between goverment and citizen. is only the western propaganda that wants their citizen to hate china and their communism. Even the communist system is evolving. if communism is a failure how china can grow that strong ? in real life theres so much diff perspective , just because one do not agree with the other doesnt means they have to fight or argue with them.
and also china goverment always encouraging communications with the foreigner instead of stopping one or another . they have a system that u or me might not familiar with but it is what it is , who to judge right and wrong . china did not even invade a single country in the modern era like the europeans or americans but they get more hatred than them. funny isnt it ?
It moves me deeply to see you with your family in your wife’s home region and celebrating the culture so reverently! Bridging human cultures is the best, and communication is the way to do it!
I lived in Shanghai for half a year some time ago. Also went visiting Xian. Even though I didn't speak the language I felt treated very similar. Very nice and welcoming locals.
The first man you encountered was so kind it warmed my heart ❤ He treated you like a grandson ❤❤ You and your lovely wife and adorable son look great all dressed up!
One thing we can all learn from this video...our countries may be different and our government may be at odds..but every day people, are just everyday people, who like making friends and coming together. That goes for more than just China and America too. Keep that in mind when your prejudice of government polices creep into how you see every day citizens. Its often not connected to the people themselves. We are all victims of our governments on some level. Really great video. Made me think a lot and really appreciate the kindness of strangers to a foreigner from a country they may not hear the best stuff about. ❤
I feel like Americans definitely need to see more videos like this. Majority of our media demonizes China and Chinese citizens as well which is absurd when those citizens are just normal people like us. ❤
Oh for sure. I believe everyone needs to understand that the media demonizes lots of countries, including the US. We all need to respect every country as every country has their own great citizens. We need to stop learning stereotypes about other countries.
My thoughts exactly. Just typed this nearly verbatim before seeing that you already hit the nail on the head. COVID especially did a number on the perception of China, and somehow this video felt almost healing to watch.
hey Xiaoma, hope you will stay in China longer and I'd like to take you and your family around some mazing local food delicacies in Beijing. good trip!
By watching this I can't tell with words how much respect you're getting by talking their language (dialect), I'm amazed by this and they all seem to be so happy when talking with you! Keep doing what you are doing, I highly respect your stuff and videos! :)
So pleased you are revisiting China. Even 2nd class seats on Chinese fast trains are a comfortable step up from what I'd expected. I'll add that even with my extremely limited language skills, Chinese friendliness and hospitality is ever-present and wonderful to experience. I can't wait to return, myself.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, whenever I'm having a bad day I put a xiaoma video on and it changes the mood instantly. Seeing him light up peoples faces when he speaks their language / dialect, pure class.
I'm glad people like you are making videos like this. When we open our minds and learn a new language, the people of that country are immediately more relatable. It's not just an "us" vs "them". In a small way, this might help connect us better with one another.
See no one wants war....we are different but we treat each other with respect,all those people were friendly and nice,great video.food looked good too,
It’s always so beautiful to see how borders and barriers quickly fade when people openly engage with the people, with/in the culture and/or language of that which they visit! Humans want to interact! Want to! In a peaceful way! ❤
i've been bingewatching your old content and this is a true blessing for me right now thank you for posting xiaoma!!! you should do a video in fuzhou after all that work put in to learn fuzhounese!!!
I am not gonna lie. I have seen many CZcams videos of American in China and the Chinese were all kind and positive. However it is the media and politics that are always criticizing china. People need to choose humanity over propaganda.
i live in NH USA.. love the vids..... these are beautiful people.. the fear of war from america is troubling... citizens dont want war... governments do and its terrible... god bless these people.. and we americans love you.....
@@Rhaspun That's always the conspiracy theory. But most businesses take a nasty hit from war and the economic impact of a US/China war would be massive. Corporations just want things to be peaceful. Even a lot of companies that make military equipment also sell a lot of civilian gear and would lose a lot of money if China was no longer buying from them. The truth is that it just comes down to the Chinese government's imperialist foreign policy. As long as they insist that they have every right to invade Taiwan and seize territory from other neighboring countries, the situation will continue to be what it is.
A beautiful son you guys have, like my nephew. So cool to see you both grow up on our screens. You will teach him the value of engaging with the locals I am sure
From what I've seen from all the travel videos the Chinese people are so inquisitive so hospitable to the Western traveller you really get treated really well for the most part. And then you speak the language you take things to the next level.
The fact that Chinese and American food is known to be good worldwide should be enough for people to know that both cultures are very hospitable and welcoming. It has always been governments vs governments, sadly.
"come to a two or three city in china" When I was 29 and lived in Shanghai, I was taking pictures with locals all the time. It was awesome! All saying nǐ hěn piào liàng! lol
One of the best videos you’ve ever done. So amazing to see such a lovely country and people. Plus your family too. Very blessed to have been able too your videos, travels and life over the years. Ty.
lol!!! 3:43 the moment he answers the guy that he was american the first thing that came out of the guys head is "Don't go fight with china now". Hopefully the narrative of rivalry should be lessen in sino-american relations so normal people don't have to worry.
I’m a 21 year old Canadian who is ethnically Chinese but never learned the language or lived in China. I have spent the last year in China and have traveled to 21 provinces, speaking now fluent Mandarin and not ONE person has offered me freebees or even the same joy, even after finding out I am foreign. This is simply because he is white. It’s such a shame.
Thanks for sharing another brief view of a world and a culture that most of us Americans will never see in person. People here tend to think of China as this somewhat grey dismal place where victims of communist oppression live a very minimal existence. It's nice to see how beautiful and clean the cities are and that there are no street people panhandling, begging, or sleeping in the street. While I don't support communism, it must be nice to be able to walk the streets with your children at night and feel safe. You sure couldn't do that in a major city in the USA.
It's really heartwarming to see that it's not the citizens of countries that want war. It's only on the leaders. People just want to have peaceful and successful lives wherever they are.
My Man was looking CRISP after that haircut! My first time seeing the whole family and I couldn't be happier for you. Keep breaking down barriers and prejudice!
Go to streetsmartlanguages.com/xiaoma to get $30 OFF one of my language courses today! Anyway, where in China should I go next???
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add Georgian plz
Guy was trying to rizz you up :D
More sooon my fre, plssssss lol
Go to those beautiful mountains, I think are in/near Wuhan. You know, the ones featured in the Avatar movie. I have wanted to see them all my life-- ever since I saw them in ancient Chinese art. Glad you are having a great time. Your wife looks beautiful in Hanfu, and your kids are adorable. Thank you for doing such a wonderful and Godly work in the world.
We’ve literally gotten to see you grow up, start a family and raise a child. You’re blessed and may you continue to be blessed… From a native Brooklynite
@tomgiustra7087-Well
said-I feel the same way😊
i remember he was 5 when he started this channel,😄
Literally
two children, actually. They have the son and now a daughter.
He also looks great, he’s lost a lot of weight since I subscribed
The amount of respect you gain just from being able to speak their language is insane.
An acquaintance of my friend is fluent in over 18 languages, (including all the major East Asian languages). She’s traveled to many places and definitely got the people’s respect and made it much easier to navigate. She’s extremely beautiful on top of that, so she gets extra attention lol. She’s truly an impressive person.
@@maya_jones341118 languages? Thats awesome I never met or heard of a person who knows that many except in fiction, that’s insanely impressive.
Yeah, just like language simp said: “if your able to speak chinese with an excusable accent and handle a conversation, native speakers will do triple back flips, shower you with gifts, give you diamond armor, start fortnite building irl etc”. As a chinese i can comfirm that we get super shocked wen people are able to speak it.
In China they respect you for speaking their dialect, in America they call that cultural appropriation and would shun you for it if you're lucky, otherwise you could get assaulted.
Bro I'm a 1st gen. Mexican American and if you learn even one word we celebrate you.
I have to say, the lady who cut your hair did amazing! You instantly looked like an actual celebrity!
70 cent haircut $8 dollar chicken?
Agreed, looks good!
Yes she did a nice job
even the guy at 9:52 thought so . lol.
It doesn't matter what country you go to, regular people are regular people, no matter where you are.
And that's a nice thing.
Yep
yep, it's the greedy politicians that ruins everything and make countries hate one another. all my life i been hoping for peace, hoping internet would bring people together and we'd see everyone everywhere are normal and same essentially. yet sadly politicians and big companies and media continue to brainwash everyone into constant fear and hate.
Regular people?
@@user-cr5ts5fl6t Meaning the normal or average person, not the small percent of extremists that exist in every society
@@zengrath Valid definition.
That man offering food right away is just like my papa. So generous and hospitable. You can’t leave my papa’s house without eating he was always cooking something up real quick and made several dishes if anyone came to visit us
如果那个男人知道他是攻击巴勒斯坦的以色列人，那么事情会变的不一样。 或许只有他快饿死的时候，那个男人才会帮助他，人类的本性
He gave that whole town the best impression of America ❤❤❤❤
Western media makes us think the Chinese hate us but I really don't get that vibe.
Im guessing their media doesn't constantly spew out that much divisive propaganda against westerners. 😂
All 9 million of them? :)
@@grymkaft It's a start, and conveys that not all people are bad.
Yes, he has successfully deceived the Chinese people into thinking us Americans are nice and speak more languages than English
The town is giving a pretty great impression as well
My man is single handedly mending relations between our countries. 🙌🙏
There is nothing to amend. All the "issues" that exist is our politicians creating them! Us regular citizens are lied into believing we do. We are more alike with people around the world than not!
youtiao diplomacy
Means you don't watch Cyrus Jessen 😂
The Chinese people are wonderful. It’s always the governments in any country worldwide that messes everything up.
@@finster1968 truth be told. 👍
That lady threw that thing (at 15:22) so hard it came out of my screen and hit me
两夫妻在打闹😂
😂NFL needs her
u good tho?
I knew someone else had to have noticed that, it was hilarious. Her face says the guy she chucked that at is in troubleeee.
I came here to see this comment
Holy freaking crap Chinese ppl are so nice. The amount of love u get for just speaking their language is incredible.
You clearly missed the part of the video where the woman tried to throw a water bottle at some guy.
@@FactsoverFeelings94027You clearly aren't married. A wife throwing a water bottle is the universal sign for "shut up."
@@M98747 I love how you, a stranger, are trying to explain to me the details of my own life, as if you would know better. lol. What you kids lack in intelligence, you definitely try to make up in confidence. It’s as amusing as it is sad to watch you demonstrate it so proudly. 🤣🤣🤣
@@FactsoverFeelings94027 I mean this happens everywhere. One person doesn't represent all of China. Chinese people are overall more welcoming than most countries. You don't need to get so angry about it. I have been to China 7 times since my mom was born in Guangzhou and moved to the U.S. 9 yrs before i was born. They're very nice! My Chinese sucked before we started going over there multiple times and my moms locals from like restuarants and stores always taught me new words. It's amazing. If you havent been hope u do. You'll loveit
edit: Obv there are some bad people but there are bad people in every country.
@@po1arz352 You’re a child. Grow up, have money, go back to China and do business with them, and when you come to the realization that you’ve been robbed and ripped off, then come back and share your experience.
The amount pleasantness from these people amazes me. Never in America will you have a random guy come and openly remark on his admiration of your beauty.
🤣They mean to say handsome, but yeah I agree with what you're saying, no American man (or really no Western man) is going to say that to a foreigner. But I don't find it gay when Asians say it, they're just really innocent and trying to compliment him and make him feel admired and at home.
I love these videos because - from my perspective as an American - really humanize other countries. When you hear the mass media constantly say that relations with China are rocky or tense, I feel like we often generalize and forget that there’s a beautiful culture and wonderful people that live there. Always love your videos Xiaoma.
The fact you watch or pay attention to media is more concerning
**your perspective as an introdoctrinated from birth with racism whyte American.
When media is talking about relations between countries it is always about Governments and not the Common Wealth
@@Kentucky81 I think there's a difference between local news and what happens at the national stage. I nearly never watch CNN, FOX, NBC, etc.
People everywhere are like this, just trying to make an honest living.
It's the media that tries to paint China(and the Chinese people) as an enemy of the West so that we are more programmed to automatically accept negative narratives about them.
I could watch hours of this type of content, but I can't fathom how long this 19 min video must have taken with editing and translation captions. Thank you for these longer vids. Your effort is noticed and appreciated!
Bro is looking alot skinnier. Good job 👍
he is looking good.
Looks like he sweat it all off 😄
Healthier I think the term the kids use these days
You can always be thinner, look better.
@@Luluki95 w reference
This is why I love the far east as a westerner, I've been to mainland China, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Philippines, Burma and every single time I go out in the street I have interactions like this.
Super friendly and hospitable people who have a genuine interest in getting to know you then after about 10 minutes you are inundated with invites to join them for a huge family meal with unbelievably tasty food, jokes about marrying their daughters, copius amounts of rice based liquor and friends for life.
I've had it a few times in south America but no where else on the planet are this welcoming on the same scale.
Yeah Southeast/East Asians are the cutest, loveliest, friendliest people. You can make friends there easily. That's why there are millions of Western expats living there and Western tourists all over the place there at all times. They love Asia.
Plus the most heinous thing they'll do is just steal your money, but WON'T kill you, like in S. America. One of their favorite trick is ride their scooter next to you, & cut your purse string & swipe your cell phone. It sucks but at least you're still alive. Unlike in S. America, you lost your life & your stuff.
That festival looks amazing, and your wife is RADIANT in her traditional clothes!
I watch these videos and get angry that our political leaders are heading us down the path of conflict. I love seeing how everyone is so friendly and generous.
@ctbadger i feel like videos like this make it clear that our govt keeps making propaganda to get us to dislike china and chinese people but their government obviously isnt, seems like the info they get about us on the news doesnt cause them to be scared or adverse to us in any way but them begging our political leaders to not go to war against them
You are so right! In my life I've had many wonderful Chinese and Iranian friends, and it is frustrating that our leaders (and, yes, theirs) feel the need to periodically rattle the sabers (or worse) like adolescent boys. We all know who suffers if it comes to war, and it's probably not those leaders! 👿
If you take most of the leaders of nations out of the equation (politicians/influential donors) you are left with very few select 'evil' people or groups in the world. The issue is those people/groups are all you hear about because it sells/keeps international conflict. Just how the politicians (and frankly the money) want it to be. More conflict or perceived conflict=more ability to control the general populace. I mean, in America, we see this all the time. Take Nancy Pelosi (a lady who has made her money from insider trading via her husband---net worth of 120 million as a career politician) telling people how bad Donald Trump is (someone who has made his money through inheritance/exploiting/conning others). Two terrible people that have spent the majority of the past 8 years telling others how terrible the other is. That's a small microcosm of the issues that are created in the US and carry on worldwide. Money is the root cause of evil. It's never been more telling.
You mean American political leaders. They do it so they can get some goverment programs going that will put money into their pockets.
Great comment, so true
What a GREAT ambassador!!!!
So true, need more people like this
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You and your family are wonderful! Thank you for representing America with a positive light! Thank you!
as someone who just soloed China for three weeks, with no itinerary or ideas of how to get around. China for me, was one the safest, and easily is my number one country I've travelled to. The time i spent in Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, Chongqing and Guangzhou is unreal
Can you speak chinese/mandarin?
I absolutely love how much people brighten up when he starts talking their language!
When you can speak to the locals in their language it reaches right thru their hearts. Even trying is much appreciated.
You and the wifey were so beautiful in those classic dynasty clothes.
Chinese young people isn’t shying about traditional clothing. They’re proud of their culture.❤
Sadly most of that culture was lost in the unification of china, so many cultures wiped out, so much technology lost, as well as philosophy.
The world is worse off, just like the loss of Bable, Alexandrina, and the place that was known as Atlantis (not the stupid outlandish myth but the real place), it happens over and over throughout history.
So in a short fight against people destroying history and culture. What ever age you may be in.
That is because they know their history !
#theschoellerfamily be dakota
Their leaders still wear western clothing (Suits!)
@@limitlessLtd The western suit is an uniform, nothing more !
I was in Shanghai in 2010 as a 17 year old American. It truly did feel like being Brad Pitt, even though I was in a major city. I've always wondered if it would be different today with how the relationship between our two countries has diminished since then, but this made me smile knowing that the Chinese people still see Americans as friends.
It's not the people it's the person who is running the country
I had that too in SE Asia and Japan. But Im a typical white guy . blonde haired blue-eyed they wanted photos
As a Chinese local, I can assure you that we see Americans as friends, and American movies and tv shows are super popular here.😊 Politics are not so important to us ordinary people I think. And if you come to Shanghai or other cities here today, people may still be curious and give you extra attention haha
@@maskranger38 Xi has overwhelming support of Chinese populace >90% - highest of any country for their leader
Chinese people are so nice and respectful. Constantly flooding him with compliments and giving free food.
It's nice to see that young people in China are reviving their culture.
Yes. They took it backwards during the Red Guard era of their Cultural Revolution.
I love how wholesome everyone is
Favorite part of the video is how much your kid seemed to enjoy the experience. Keep up the great content dude!
It's been 17 years since I visited China but I still remember the insistent hospitality of strangers that I met. I hope to visit again some day.
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The chili pepper man was so proud to show you - wholesome af. You look GREAT btw. Glad you are doing well.
這是一件有趣的事。學習當地語言以促進對話。這太棒了
You look like you are really enjoying yourself. I am very impressed with how friendly the people are. You have a great advantage in being able to speak their language. Enjoy!
Probably has to do with the fact they aren't bombarded with anti-american media or just arent politically polarized as us.
First time seeing your beautiful family. Thanks for sharing this adventure!
I've been thinking about going back to China. My Chinese is no where near as good as yours but I have been brushing up on it again. inspired me to start learning again. I lived in China from 2005 to 2007 and then went back for work frequently but haven't been back since 2014. Your videos have reminded me of all the times in would interact with locals and I always found that Chinese people were absolutely lovely and friendly and your videos give me inspiration to move back there. Thanks for taking us with you on your trip.
Do come back to visit， you are welcome old friend， I noticed you haven't been back for 10 years. You can't imagine how mucg China have changed in these ten years。 Looking forward You to see it in your own eyes， Hope you will enjoy and Best wishes to you having a wonderful journey then🎉
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10:35 I love the hospitality of the people you meet. Xiaoma just asked for soy milk and the uncle bought it for him right away 😂
Lol that couple fighting were hilarious. She had a good arm!
But a bad aim...
It was so unexpected 😂😂😂Chinese drama I guess.
I love how no matter what's going on in the world or what our politicians try to make us think. We are all human, and when we meet in the street, just a simple fact of respect knowing another cultures language brings us together.
My man been sweating all day there but what a beautiful experience and with his child. I love traveling. Good blessing
This is one of your best videos. Unlike in the States where you’re a celebrity, you’re just a foreigner in China and the reaction from the people meeting you is priceless.
It’s wonderful to see how friendly and welcoming everyone is. Excellent content.
The people in China are terrific
Visiting the Terracotta Warriors was a fun trip. My wife is from China. I loved travelling throughout China. The news would have you believe that travelling in China today for an American is not a good idea. I am happy to see that the reality is much different.
15:20 Has to be the best part of this LOL Was not expecting that
lol that was hilarious
WTF 😭😭😭😭
Yeah I want the translation on that interaction lol.
Lmao I wasn’t even paying attention to the convo Xiaoma was having, was busy looking at the background
So confused, he even came back xD
You guys looked so great in the traditional attire! Love the hospitality of the people too.
Oh my god his wife is a knockout. I've literally never seen a man who's won harder in life than this guy. Dude deserves every bit of kindness he gets
Lived in Beijing for 3 years from 06-09 and I can count on one hand the amount of people that 'hated america'. More than anything they were just curious and scared of a conflict. Please make sure we all separate a countries citizens from their governments!
Farthest west I got was Linfen, and everyone thought I was Russian for some reason. I did feel like Brad Pitt though. People mid-wedding came over and asked me to join their marriage pictures lol. Im so jealous of your ability to communicate. I could listen ok, but speaking was hard. I never could master the four tones. And reading/writing? Impossible lol.
Bingo, important to separate civilians from the government. I've had that experience in every country I have been to that the US labeled as a travel risk.
@@noahmaas1670 Some places really are a travel risk, I recommend to avoid going to Egypt for the pyramids, thats for sure. But 90% of the time you'll be just fine. Iran and Turkey are great examples of this. Some of the safest places on Earth but because of their governments they get a very bad rap, but the people are so so so so nice.
Exactly
so funny. u yourself accusing citizen couldnt differ between goverment and citizen. is only the western propaganda that wants their citizen to hate china and their communism. Even the communist system is evolving. if communism is a failure how china can grow that strong ? in real life theres so much diff perspective , just because one do not agree with the other doesnt means they have to fight or argue with them.
and also china goverment always encouraging communications with the foreigner instead of stopping one or another . they have a system that u or me might not familiar with but it is what it is , who to judge right and wrong . china did not even invade a single country in the modern era like the europeans or americans but they get more hatred than them. funny isnt it ?
It moves me deeply to see you with your family in your wife’s home region and celebrating the culture so reverently! Bridging human cultures is the best, and communication is the way to do it!
I lived in Shanghai for half a year some time ago. Also went visiting Xian. Even though I didn't speak the language I felt treated very similar. Very nice and welcoming locals.
The first man you encountered was so kind it warmed my heart ❤ He treated you like a grandson ❤❤ You and your lovely wife and adorable son look great all dressed up!
One thing we can all learn from this video...our countries may be different and our government may be at odds..but every day people, are just everyday people, who like making friends and coming together. That goes for more than just China and America too. Keep that in mind when your prejudice of government polices creep into how you see every day citizens. Its often not connected to the people themselves. We are all victims of our governments on some level. Really great video. Made me think a lot and really appreciate the kindness of strangers to a foreigner from a country they may not hear the best stuff about. ❤
Was just rewatching old videos and see you uploaded im so happy! Love seeing you in china
Man, i really miss Shaanxi. Lived there for many years and this brings back a lot of nice memories. Thanks!
What a beautiful community
I feel like Americans definitely need to see more videos like this. Majority of our media demonizes China and Chinese citizens as well which is absurd when those citizens are just normal people like us. ❤
We are fed nothing but propaganda to keep people in check with fear.
They will still believed their propaganda from the US government and not realized that they're puppet to them.
Oh for sure. I believe everyone needs to understand that the media demonizes lots of countries, including the US. We all need to respect every country as every country has their own great citizens. We need to stop learning stereotypes about other countries.
My thoughts exactly. Just typed this nearly verbatim before seeing that you already hit the nail on the head. COVID especially did a number on the perception of China, and somehow this video felt almost healing to watch.
It’s just news and politics. Most Americans don’t look down upon other countries.
10:40 lol he gave such a funny face like dont be ridiculous take the drink, its a gift. such wonder interactions.
It's so cool seeing what life in China is like. Thanks! The people are so friendly!
Haven’t watched a video from you in a bit, looks like you slimmed down a lot. Congrats on the great work man.
Love it. Speaking the language is like a super power. Look how much respect you get with the locals. Great video.!
hey Xiaoma, hope you will stay in China longer and I'd like to take you and your family around some mazing local food delicacies in Beijing. good trip!
Taiwan is a free independent country! 🇹🇼👍❤🇹🇼🇹🇼🇹🇼
How sweet of you to offer that!! This is what nations should do! Just be kind to each other and enjoy and respect everyone’s cultures!
you're a great person
Beautiful heart-warming interactions here brother. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, I feel energized just witnessing you.
By watching this I can't tell with words how much respect you're getting by talking their language (dialect), I'm amazed by this and they all seem to be so happy when talking with you!
Keep doing what you are doing, I highly respect your stuff and videos! :)
So pleased you are revisiting China. Even 2nd class seats on Chinese fast trains are a comfortable step up from what I'd expected. I'll add that even with my extremely limited language skills, Chinese friendliness and hospitality is ever-present and wonderful to experience. I can't wait to return, myself.
欢迎
15:17 …Did she just…throw food at him? 😂
That was hilarious. He went back to cleaning the table afterwards. 😆
That part was the best part! It's like a subway altercation in New York, but in China.
They were lovers.
they were flirting!
Looking at it frame by frame it looks like a roll of tape
Edit: Someone else said it looked like an ash tray, that could also be it
The Chinese people are so hardworking and nice people. Love from UK
I've said it before and I'll say it again, whenever I'm having a bad day I put a xiaoma video on and it changes the mood instantly. Seeing him light up peoples faces when he speaks their language / dialect, pure class.
You and your family looked so beautiful in the traditional clothes. The haircut suited you. Thank you for being so friendly to people.❤
this is my favourite episode of your channel thus far. everyone was so funny and friendly, what a great look around. thank you.
It is great to see you raising your children with the respect for both of the cultures they represent.
Been watching for years and I can say you are looking great man keep it up!
Ok that a huge flex. A guy hangout at roadside barber casuallybsaid his son graduated from MIT.proud parent right there
I'm glad people like you are making videos like this. When we open our minds and learn a new language, the people of that country are immediately more relatable. It's not just an "us" vs "them". In a small way, this might help connect us better with one another.
See no one wants war....we are different but we treat each other with respect,all those people were friendly and nice,great video.food looked good too,
This makes me miss Xi'an so much, I wish I could've spoken enough to chat with people when I was there, I have so much respect for you!
That man that offered you food was so sweet that goes to show there are nice and wonderful people out there
This is incredibly wholesome to see! Such kindness.
It’s always so beautiful to see how borders and barriers quickly fade when people openly engage with the people, with/in the culture and/or language of that which they visit!
Humans want to interact! Want to! In a peaceful way! ❤
You literally are the Brad Pitt of China 😂
i've been bingewatching your old content and this is a true blessing for me right now thank you for posting xiaoma!!! you should do a video in fuzhou after all that work put in to learn fuzhounese!!!
Bro, your weight loss is INSANE! Congratulations!
The courtesy and care everyone puts out is beautiful ❕
Just wanted to give you props for the new fitness grind 💪 you’re looking really good man
I am not gonna lie. I have seen many CZcams videos of American in China and the Chinese were all kind and positive. However it is the media and politics that are always criticizing china. People need to choose humanity over propaganda.
wow everyone is so nice, fills my heart hehe
i live in NH USA.. love the vids..... these are beautiful people.. the fear of war from america is troubling... citizens dont want war... governments do and its terrible... god bless these people.. and we americans love you.....
I almost wonder if wars are done so certain businesses can continue to reap the profits from a war.
@@Rhaspun im sure thats a huge part of it... its tragic.... 99.9% of the world dont want war.... we want peace...
@@Rhaspun That's always the conspiracy theory. But most businesses take a nasty hit from war and the economic impact of a US/China war would be massive. Corporations just want things to be peaceful. Even a lot of companies that make military equipment also sell a lot of civilian gear and would lose a lot of money if China was no longer buying from them.
The truth is that it just comes down to the Chinese government's imperialist foreign policy. As long as they insist that they have every right to invade Taiwan and seize territory from other neighboring countries, the situation will continue to be what it is.
China is so beautiful and so much hospitable people. I love it so much and wish I could go and learn Chinese there
A beautiful son you guys have, like my nephew. So cool to see you both grow up on our screens. You will teach him the value of engaging with the locals I am sure
This for me is the best one you’ve done to date. To be there with your wife and son is so heart warming.
Chinese people are so kind . The train looks super cool .
From what I've seen from all the travel videos the Chinese people are so inquisitive so hospitable to the Western traveller you really get treated really well for the most part.
And then you speak the language you take things to the next level.
4:05 So sad he thinks Americans don’t like the Chinese. PEOPLE are usually good. GOVERNMENT is a whole other issue.
The fact that Chinese and American food is known to be good worldwide should be enough for people to know that both cultures are very hospitable and welcoming. It has always been governments vs governments, sadly.
"come to a two or three city in china" When I was 29 and lived in Shanghai, I was taking pictures with locals all the time. It was awesome! All saying nǐ hěn piào liàng! lol
One of the best videos you’ve ever done. So amazing to see such a lovely country and people. Plus your family too. Very blessed to have been able too your videos, travels and life over the years. Ty.
lol!!! 3:43 the moment he answers the guy that he was american the first thing that came out of the guys head is "Don't go fight with china now". Hopefully the narrative of rivalry should be lessen in sino-american relations so normal people don't have to worry.
I’m a 21 year old Canadian who is ethnically Chinese but never learned the language or lived in China. I have spent the last year in China and have traveled to 21 provinces, speaking now fluent Mandarin and not ONE person has offered me freebees or even the same joy, even after finding out I am foreign. This is simply because he is white. It’s such a shame.
people reward to something or someone unexpected, a white person appearance speak fluent mandarin is what I meaning. You are not on the list, haha
Thanks for sharing another brief view of a world and a culture that most of us Americans will never see in person. People here tend to think of China as this somewhat grey dismal place where victims of communist oppression live a very minimal existence. It's nice to see how beautiful and clean the cities are and that there are no street people panhandling, begging, or sleeping in the street. While I don't support communism, it must be nice to be able to walk the streets with your children at night and feel safe. You sure couldn't do that in a major city in the USA.
Amazing you were treated like a pop star great video wonderful sights to see and the people seem really friendly towards you nice.
Just speaking their dialect so much good will is fostered. So beautiful 🙏🏼❤
It's really heartwarming to see that it's not the citizens of countries that want war. It's only on the leaders. People just want to have peaceful and successful lives wherever they are.
Looking good and Healthy! Good Going Xiaoma
Brother you look amazing! Your weight loss journey has come so far. We are all proud of you.
My Man was looking CRISP after that haircut! My first time seeing the whole family and I couldn't be happier for you. Keep breaking down barriers and prejudice!