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@@alanwitonsky Not only is it not his first language, but he first came in contact with English for the first time in his teens! Which makes it even more impressive.
What an amazing young man. He has faced such adversity and yet still his devotion to his family remain strong. He fed his mom in jail. He provided childcare for his sister's young daughter instead of going to school. He fled with his mom, who would be executed if she stayed in NK. He stayed by her side as they made the terrifying journey to Thailand. This kind of life, the adversity he has faced, yet still speaks so kindly and humbly, is incredible. Wow, what a guy. He puts most young men and women in the states to shame.
That's how it was in Romania when I was a child before '89. I wish people from countries that didn't experience life in a dictatorship realise how lucky they are and that they cherish their freedom and rights more. I hope they realise that people died for them to have these and that it's their duty to fight for them.
This is so sad. May God heal and protects children in N Korean. No one deserves such treatment and injustice, especially children. I pray things will change at some point. Amen!
Although I hate everything that goes on in NK I find all your stories sad but fascinating. I have read a lot about NK . how it is allowed in this day and age . Hope you have a long happy life .love from Scotland 🏴❤
Thank you for sharing your story, thoughts and experiences. I think it is important for others to know and understand your story (myself included). I think you are a brave and amazing person that can teach us a lot. I appreciate your honesty. Wishing you a life filled with happiness and all the best life has to offer! Thank you! 🙏
Young man you are a true hero for doing what you did, but like one comment was made keep your escape a secret because the dictator will make it harder for others to succeed what you did. But you are a hero God bless you 🙏🌹🎉
He is an excellent story teller and his English is superb, I'm glad he and his mother were able to achieve a better life in South Korea. Does he have socials that we can follow him on?
Listening to you answering these questions based on your past experiences 19:46 was very compelling. I truly admire your courage and tenacity in facing challenges head-on. Your unwavering determination and resilience are truly inspiring, showing a strength of character that is both rare and commendable. Your ability to persevere in the face of adversity is something I deeply respect.
He seems smart and is well spoken. On top of that, he is pretty handsome. I am sure he will do well. I wish him success. I hope his mom feels happy and proud. I am sure being a refugee is hard no matter what, but I am also sure you can find happiness in your new country.
I was lucky enough to leave USSR legally in 1978. And my family lived in a province by Romanian border (Moldova). I also lost my father at young age. I can relate to his story. Although life in the USSR was not that harsh in 70s.
It’s a really nice and interesting video! But I think it was a wrong decision to make it in English. He could’ve told his story way better and in a deeper way in Korean and it would’ve been enough to put English subtitles.
I feel like I want to give this guy a big hug! The way he talks about being lonely as a child really broke my heart. I was hit by nuns as a student in private schools-corporal punishment is never ok. By the way, the architect of the North Korea system, Kim Jong Un, is the guy that Donald Trump continually praises. That should tell you something actually, that should tell you a lot, about Donald Trump.
God bless you Harry Kim. I hope you inspired other North Koreans to either escape or engage in another form of resistance. While active protests would be murderously squashed, I wonder if passive protest such as a massive sit-in would have an effect?
they already know and already cracked down on it. border now is practically impenetrable. also the road he is talking about was the only possible so it was known people were running away there
so sad our kids are so picky and we have trouble getting them to eat! That was always our major concern that we'd get the kids to eat! Corn is not a very nutritious food. Kids need protein and carbs and everything in a balanced diet! Here in the states even the government will give food vouchers to mothers to make sure that the kids have food! As a Grandmother and Mother this really bothers me!
If he lived in a fishing village why wasn't he able to eat fish? I thought he was going to say they were lucky to be in a sea village because they could catch their own or get leftover scraps. At least that would be a source of protein. 🤔
@EffiiCat I came here to say exactly that.. they are watched like inmates in prison.. everything you do is seen and dealt with accordingly if you stray from the norm.. NK doesn't even have grocery stores.. food/rations are rationed out according to your social standing.. if you're part of the government/regime then you actually have wealth a car a home and never ending access to food.. if you're anything other than that you have nothing.. the whole city where the dictator lives is essentially a movie set.. citizens are "hired" to act like a normal city when they're in tourist season.. it's crazy they even let travelers in because they have to put up this huge facade.. they're a full communist country.. they don't even have TV shows to watch you watch what they regime broadcasts out to you .. there's no internet access no one but the elite can own a car ..
as this channel has just started, a translator would be out of the budget.😅 but in my opinion harrys english doesnt require an translator anyways. thanks for you comment👍🏻
@@Smacks1996, very ignorant comment. What are YOU talking about? We have poor and starving children here too. The US may be one of the wealthiest nations on Earth, but not everybody is rich.
@@robertb.4202 I’m from Iraq and I lost my brother to malnutrition, You have no idea how my family survived off a small piece of bread a day if not less, I have never seen a person in America be hungry like that, there’s too much food in America for that to happen. When we came to America we were grateful for even cereal. You don’t understand respectfully.
No he's not.. what the fuck is your problem?? He lives like how everyone in the whole world should.. he is free.. free to think for himself.. free to eat when he wants.. free to work anywhere he wants free to live a life he never knew existed until him and his mother escaped! Sorry you're not brave enough to stand up for yourself!
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i subscribed. you deserve so much more followers! thats really great content!😁😁
will there be more videos about north or south korea?? & i also love all your videos! keep up the work you will grow big! love from germany🇩🇪
@@plutoo3114thanks you so much! im happy about every new subscriber, i wont dissappoint you hehe😅👐🏻
@@diezweibesten-e5gyes! the biggest project from korea will drop in near future. thanks for the support!🙂
Ditto with the comments above 👍 Keep up the awesome work! Big support from South Korea 🔥 Thanks, Harry, for sharing your personal stories with us 🙌
His English is outstanding! You can tell he worked hard to "think" in English.
I thought same thing. He spoke very well for english not being his first language
I was about to say to the same. You can hear the effort he puts to learn the second language. Absolutely outstanding.
@@alanwitonsky Not only is it not his first language, but he first came in contact with English for the first time in his teens! Which makes it even more impressive.
He looks like Michael Jackson😆🤣
What an amazing young man. He has faced such adversity and yet still his devotion to his family remain strong. He fed his mom in jail. He provided childcare for his sister's young daughter instead of going to school. He fled with his mom, who would be executed if she stayed in NK. He stayed by her side as they made the terrifying journey to Thailand. This kind of life, the adversity he has faced, yet still speaks so kindly and humbly, is incredible. Wow, what a guy. He puts most young men and women in the states to shame.
His English is actually quite fluent-not just in vocabulary but in his intonations.
That's how it was in Romania when I was a child before '89. I wish people from countries that didn't experience life in a dictatorship realise how lucky they are and that they cherish their freedom and rights more. I hope they realise that people died for them to have these and that it's their duty to fight for them.
Good luck for a bright future. You were courageous to escape and survive. May you now thrive.
His English is so good💯I wish you all the best🤍Love from Norway🇳🇴
This is so sad. May God heal and protects children in N Korean. No one deserves such treatment and injustice, especially children. I pray things will change at some point. Amen!
His English is on Another Level, Wow Wow Wow...
All the best.....
Although I hate everything that goes on in NK I find all your stories sad but fascinating. I have read a lot about NK . how it is allowed in this day and age . Hope you have a long happy life .love from Scotland 🏴❤
Dude's outstanding.
agree✌🏻
I was so impressed with how well he spoke and just how open he was to share his experiences. Wishing him a bright and happy future.
Your english is soo good Harry! I wish you all the best things in world! Love from Brazil❤️
Thank you for sharing your story, thoughts and experiences.
I think it is important for others to know and understand your story (myself included).
I think you are a brave and amazing person that can teach us a lot.
I appreciate your honesty.
Wishing you a life filled with happiness and all the best life has to offer!
Thank you! 🙏
I hope an he finds happiness and prosperity in whatever country . Amazing story please be safe! 💜
Wishing you a happy life. I hope NK can someday be free. Your English is very good.
His English is very good!
Young man you are a true hero for doing what you did, but like one comment was made keep your escape a secret because the dictator will make it harder for others to succeed what you did. But you are a hero God bless you 🙏🌹🎉
Thank you for sharing your life story. Aloha from Tahiti. May God bless you for a better life. Take care.
He is an excellent story teller and his English is superb, I'm glad he and his mother were able to achieve a better life in South Korea. Does he have socials that we can follow him on?
@@Rman775 thanks for your nice comment 🙂 his instagram is mentioned in the description
Boost for Harry! What an incredible young man and I'm very impressed with his English. He should write a book!
I wish you much happiness and success, Harry.
Wow what a story, impressive personality. I have to process that first. Freedom is everything 💪🙏
agree🤝
He's a handsome young man
it's an amazing interview! thanks 👏🏼
Amazing young man
Nice interview and a great Story👍
I love his honesty and he's super handsome
Awesome buddy thanks for you're story❤
Listening to you answering these questions based on your past experiences 19:46 was very compelling. I truly admire your courage and tenacity in facing challenges head-on. Your unwavering determination and resilience are truly inspiring, showing a strength of character that is both rare and commendable. Your ability to persevere in the face of adversity is something I deeply respect.
He seems smart and is well spoken. On top of that, he is pretty handsome. I am sure he will do well. I wish him success. I hope his mom feels happy and proud. I am sure being a refugee is hard no matter what, but I am also sure you can find happiness in your new country.
I wish you the best and happy life ❤
So glad he got out and can advocate for others! Much love from California ❤
What a lovely young man ❤ I wish him all the very best.
I was lucky enough to leave USSR legally in 1978. And my family lived in a province by Romanian border (Moldova). I also lost my father at young age. I can relate to his story. Although life in the USSR was not that harsh in 70s.
It's crazy how much they travel
I'm very impressed with his English..
It’s a really nice and interesting video! But I think it was a wrong decision to make it in English. He could’ve told his story way better and in a deeper way in Korean and it would’ve been enough to put English subtitles.
No. He is reaching a wider audience and using strong mannerisms that emphasize his story. Excellent English.
@@lily_m3538with English subtitles you would still reach the same audience and he could tell the story more comfortably
You're awesome! So happy for you
God bless you. So glad you are safe and have a great life ahead of you.
Very handsome young man 😍
I feel like I want to give this guy a big hug! The way he talks about being lonely as a child really broke my heart. I was hit by nuns as a student in private schools-corporal punishment is never ok. By the way, the architect of the North Korea system, Kim Jong Un, is the guy that Donald Trump continually praises. That should tell you something actually, that should tell you a lot, about Donald Trump.
Awesome buddy ❤treasure
O wish you all the HAPPINESS and LUCK!!!
Thank you Harry
Mon cœur se serre chaque fois que je pense à la terrible situation des nord coréens. Fighting!
❤what a beautiful and strong young man you are!
I hope that he keeps safe❤
What happened to his sisters after they were left behind in North Korea ?
God bless you Harry Kim. I hope you inspired other North Koreans to either escape or engage in another form of resistance. While active protests would be murderously squashed, I wonder if passive protest such as a massive sit-in would have an effect?
i wish you all the best
oh wow
I think you should not reveal how you escaped because the dictator will make it hard for others to escape north korea
they already know and already cracked down on it. border now is practically impenetrable.
also the road he is talking about was the only possible so it was known people were running away there
What an ordeal! God bless you, Harry! May you be healthy and protected from harm, in Jesus' name, Amen!
It’s so unfair how you all had to live there it’s so evil and I’m glad you got out of there
Did he imply that he was treated differently or discriminated in South Korea?
Many migrants from the North are because they a different and often stunted due to malnutrition.
Hopefully we can learn something from North Korea to improve the systems in other countries,
so sad our kids are so picky and we have trouble getting them to eat! That was always our major concern that we'd get the kids to eat! Corn is not a very nutritious food. Kids need protein and carbs and everything in a balanced diet! Here in the states even the government will give food vouchers to mothers to make sure that the kids have food! As a Grandmother and Mother this really bothers me!
If he lived in a fishing village why wasn't he able to eat fish? I thought he was going to say they were lucky to be in a sea village because they could catch their own or get leftover scraps. At least that would be a source of protein. 🤔
Everything goes to the regime, they aren’t allowed to keep food or be punished
@EffiiCat I came here to say exactly that.. they are watched like inmates in prison.. everything you do is seen and dealt with accordingly if you stray from the norm.. NK doesn't even have grocery stores.. food/rations are rationed out according to your social standing.. if you're part of the government/regime then you actually have wealth a car a home and never ending access to food.. if you're anything other than that you have nothing.. the whole city where the dictator lives is essentially a movie set.. citizens are "hired" to act like a normal city when they're in tourist season.. it's crazy they even let travelers in because they have to put up this huge facade.. they're a full communist country.. they don't even have TV shows to watch you watch what they regime broadcasts out to you .. there's no internet access no one but the elite can own a car ..
@@devilishpanda916lol propaganda…..
Did your mother come with you to South Korea?
6:48
Since you escaped North Korea, is the rest of your family in danger still living there?
He looks like Michael Jackson😆🤣
How did you learn how to speak English?
I'm sure his father must be a high-ranking jop. People in North Korea can never speak English like that
Wouldn't it be easier if there's a translator so we can get more info?
as this channel has just started, a translator would be out of the budget.😅 but in my opinion harrys english doesnt require an translator anyways. thanks for you comment👍🏻
or turn on subtitles??
Why? His English is superb.
Truth bomb here, this man has had a better childhood and a better education than a lot of Americans I know including myself.
You had your chances. You didn't take them. These kids didn't have a fair chances and they wanted to learn
lol American children don’t have a clue what hunger is. What are you talking about
@@Smacks1996, very ignorant comment. What are YOU talking about? We have poor and starving children here too. The US may be one of the wealthiest nations on Earth, but not everybody is rich.
@@robertb.4202 I’m from Iraq and I lost my brother to malnutrition, You have no idea how my family survived off a small piece of bread a day if not less, I have never seen a person in America be hungry like that, there’s too much food in America for that to happen. When we came to America we were grateful for even cereal. You don’t understand respectfully.
Perhaps he has worked hard to achieve it and didn't take what little he had as a right or for granted.
Why does he wear make up
Are you wearing lipstick?
He is a traitor
No he's not.. what the fuck is your problem?? He lives like how everyone in the whole world should.. he is free.. free to think for himself.. free to eat when he wants.. free to work anywhere he wants free to live a life he never knew existed until him and his mother escaped! Sorry you're not brave enough to stand up for yourself!
@@devilishpanda916 What a overacting screaming. Is it so difficult to live with people with an other opinion? Again, this coward is a traitor.