Banned Footage | Director's Commentary | Episode 14 | Georgian Swamp | Les Stroud

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  • Опубликовано: 10 фев 2025
  • In this episode of Directors Commentary I finally get to show you a part of the video I filmed - but that my editing team switched on me in the last minute without telling me. I was furious and this gives me the opportunity to tell you why.
    Working my way through season one of Survivorman the series was still a work in progress as I got my feet wet producing Survivorman.
    Directed by Les Stroud
    Starring Les Stroud
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    / thereallesstroud
    #Survivorman #LesStroud #survivaltv #survival #getoutside #adventure #nature

Комментарии • 1,7 тыс.

  • @zumbrella927
    @zumbrella927 2 года назад +44

    I will never get tired of you throwing shade at Bear Grylls. Keep on keepin' on, Les.

  • @e.b.pernett8463
    @e.b.pernett8463 6 месяцев назад +13

    In world full of lies and deceit, a cool fresh breath of Canadian wind is Les effin Stroud. THE gold standard of INTEGRITY in the entertainment industry...every show/directors commentary has these subtle scenarios/situations that are not only surviving knowledge based, but lessons in just plain human development...self deprecating humor/humility is what this world is lacking...Thank you sir.

  • @jackhammer-
    @jackhammer- 3 года назад +350

    With Les sitting in and commenting, it's like watching it with your buddy at home.

    • @fuckermgee
      @fuckermgee 3 года назад +11

      I agree, except none of my friends are nearly as cool as Les. Especially because I have none

    • @H_A_L_7
      @H_A_L_7 3 года назад +2

      @@fuckermgee
      With a handle like that …what do you expect 😬

    • @tipphilips8252
      @tipphilips8252 3 года назад +10

      Yea he’s a great host. But side note camera angle plays a huge role in the vibe of a scene. Ex with the camera eye level with the character puts you the viewer on the same “level” as the character. with the camera angle lower it gives the character an authoritative position over the viewers. With a high camera angle gives the viewer a sense of authority in a scene. With the angle he chose he put us there on the couch with him. Random film facts🤷‍♂️lol

    • @HereComeTheTrainComingBlues
      @HereComeTheTrainComingBlues 3 года назад +1

      I was literally going to comment the same thing

    • @goldiebelle
      @goldiebelle 3 года назад +1

      Yeah, I'm really enjoying this

  • @Praktical_
    @Praktical_ 3 года назад +53

    Les is a legend. Not only does he go out into harsh conditions with pretty much only the clothes on his back, he films it all, does commentary, adds notes and releases it for free to educate people about something he is passionate about.... truly an absolute LEGEND.

    • @stoopidpants
      @stoopidpants Год назад +6

      Don't forget the music too...he's a legit musician!

    • @opiumdensRus
      @opiumdensRus 11 дней назад

      That is a comment well deserved and well said. I am sure Les would appreciate the appreciation. I know I appreciate your appreciation.

  • @alexb292
    @alexb292 3 года назад +626

    Not in work today , quick run to the shop grab a few beers and sit and watch some Survivorman, I’m having a hell of a day! Thank you les for the consistent great content!

    • @pattibrown1809
      @pattibrown1809 3 года назад +18

      Cheers! Have a great day, I think I'll do the same😉

    • @tannergill8462
      @tannergill8462 3 года назад +6

      Lucky,im going into work in an hour lol

    • @tonybutler2752
      @tonybutler2752 3 года назад +9

      Sounds like a great idea!

    • @wamblipaytah1600
      @wamblipaytah1600 3 года назад +8

      Lol sounds a lot like what I have planned 😁

    • @mtbelley
      @mtbelley 3 года назад +5

      8 am is kinda early to start with beer before work. Enjoy!

  • @harrisonhouse1165
    @harrisonhouse1165 2 года назад +22

    Hey Les,
    I don’t know if you read these comments but I want to thank you. My dad and I watched your show religiously growing up. It sparked a calling to experience and respect nature. I spent many days and nights camping Appalachia with my dad because of what you inspired. I’m very grateful stumbling on your channel I sent it to my dad and we’ve been remembering and cherishing each episode. I’ve already showed my boys a bunch of your content and I can’t wait till they’re old enough to start coming with me. Lastly, I can’t express to you the gratitude I feel for Survivorman and the efforts you’ve put into your work.
    Thank you Les.

  • @loksins
    @loksins 3 года назад +191

    the fact that he records 2 angles with one camera in frame for his director's commentaries, just reiterates that he is and always will be survivorman.

    • @RobertSlover
      @RobertSlover 3 года назад +3

      ?

    • @whirledpeas1182
      @whirledpeas1182 3 года назад +3

      ?

    • @FrankFrankly711
      @FrankFrankly711 3 года назад +6

      Hell yeah, gotta have the B camera angle! I demand a C camera showing A and B cameras! And a commentary on the behind the scenes secrets of his commentary!

    • @darkskyinwinter
      @darkskyinwinter 3 года назад +12

      You know every time he sets up the camera and walks back to his couch, he has to get up again, go back and get the camera.

    • @bjjsdshepard1
      @bjjsdshepard1 3 года назад

      He cant turn it off

  • @originalhuggies9740
    @originalhuggies9740 3 года назад +2

    Les can go survive for days in almost any environment effortlessly but struggles with the TV remote volume. I love it!

  • @BryceAWD
    @BryceAWD 3 года назад +434

    Les, I have watched many different types of survival series, and I always go back to Survivorman.
    I like to believe it's hard to pull the wool over my eyes, and I have always believed you produce your content with truth, and integrity.
    I truly appreciate you, and your content.
    Thank you.

    • @Arko_Glass
      @Arko_Glass 3 года назад +16

      Les represents the cream of the crop in the survival genre, IMO.

    • @LukeMcGuireoides
      @LukeMcGuireoides 3 года назад +7

      He really is the best. There's a survivalist show on Netflix that I liked. I saw the first series. It's pretty extreme. I cant remember the title exactly. Maybe it's "Alive"? The contestants are all delivered to the same region, each separately, and they must survive alone for like 3 months, I believe

    • @dravont73
      @dravont73 3 года назад +4

      @@LukeMcGuireoides Probably you mean Alone..it’s aired on the History channel up here in Canada

    • @vids2002
      @vids2002 3 года назад +8

      @@dravont73 He does mean Alone and that show is extreme as hell

    • @jambog2632
      @jambog2632 3 года назад +1

      Tegridy

  • @digitalskill
    @digitalskill Год назад +5

    This was one of my favorite episodes when I was younger, because I live in the south! Loved seeing how you would survive in our neck of the woods! You're a legend man!

  • @AmericanAbsolute
    @AmericanAbsolute 3 года назад +184

    I remember when you had to abandon a camp in Utah because there was nothing to survive on. Your dead falls yielded nothing and the area was desolate and void of sustenance other than an occasional insect waywardly wandering by. I know for you to abandon a camp mid shoot with a few days left, it had to be really bad. And if it were a real time situation you said that it would have possibly taken you down.. Thank you Les. YOU ARE A LIFE SAVER! LITERALLY

    • @chickensticks749
      @chickensticks749 3 года назад +12

      This is the episode I always tell people about when trying to explain how raw this show really is.

    • @giterdone9013
      @giterdone9013 3 года назад +11

      And I believe that was the ONLY episode he didn't last his 7.

    • @skid439
      @skid439 2 года назад +3

      He just covered the Utah video on the latest director’s commentary

    • @CapnShanty
      @CapnShanty 2 года назад +1

      @@giterdone9013 I believe in one episode there was a blizzard coming so his crew had to pull him out, I think the one where he had a rifle for polar bears, so 2 episodes

    • @waltershumate5777
      @waltershumate5777 2 года назад +1

      He also did another one where he was stranded on the ocean in a life raft. The raft was poorly constructed and began to leak immediately. Not a very big leak but enough to accumulate water in the bottom of the raft. Not long afterward he had developed immersion foot. In the end he had to transfer to a hard hull dinghy that he had been Towing Along on a rope mostly for holding gear.
      In the end it serves as a warning to yadders everywhere that life rafts may be made exceptionally poorly, because dead men rarely Sue and tell no Tales!!

  • @jimfranks1290
    @jimfranks1290 3 года назад +68

    - Please keep the director's commentaries coming. My wife and I enjoy them VERY MUCH. I remember watching your early shows (episodes) as our three girls (now all grown and out on their own) were young. Thank you!

  • @Ghstface1222
    @Ghstface1222 3 года назад +51

    When Les was brought in blind folded I couldn't help but to think of Steve Carell and his "Survivor Man" episode. It was epic and of course hilarious!! 😂😂

  • @pummppkinn
    @pummppkinn 3 года назад +10

    I have a profound respect for you Les. Big props on telling the story of the Rattlesnake

  • @jakemilligan6251
    @jakemilligan6251 3 года назад +363

    I know it’s not Les’ style, but i’d kill for a series of him watching one of bear’s shows and commenting on it

    • @GOLVEL
      @GOLVEL 3 года назад +51

      To quote Les: "Who?!"

    • @LOVEisTHEultimateLAW
      @LOVEisTHEultimateLAW 3 года назад +32

      Only episode i seen from him , he was running on wet rock and dove in a waterfall without first checking for logs or rocks first....that clown probably killed people, you break your leg you die...no common sense at all

    • @davidhayden6481
      @davidhayden6481 3 года назад +16

      Why would you want to watch a good man die inside over and over lmao

    • @Danielson1818
      @Danielson1818 2 года назад +15

      I like the concept, but it would quickly turn into Les facepalming, and reaching for whiskey.

    • @elobiretv
      @elobiretv 2 года назад +6

      @@LOVEisTHEultimateLAW He does all sorts of stupid shit like that. In one episode he dives from a cliff into a freezing cold lake and then ran to some hot springs the guide showed him and in another he climbed a bridge just to look cool. I can imagine people thinking survival is about taking stupid risks like that and ending up dead. It's easy for him to do when the local guide knows the spot well.

  • @ArndellL
    @ArndellL 3 года назад +8

    I love that Less often talks about 3am... I'm a guide and teach basic survival classes. Have done a whack of trips and survival style outings. Sunsets are terrible. Sunrises are a gift. 3am is the worst. Really learned a lot about myself in those 3am moments.

  • @RedfinPike
    @RedfinPike 3 года назад +64

    Les, from the first episode of the knockoffs, most folks knew they were faking it.
    From the first 5 minutes of the first episode of Survivorman, we knew you were legit.
    Much respect, Survivorman. You earned it.

    • @vision821k4
      @vision821k4 2 года назад

      @lolseagull i feel like that episode he did in the ocean was very dangerous. i mean there was a storm, its pitch black and raining. i dont know how anyone wouldn't be scared, there.

    • @alkirk-ws4co
      @alkirk-ws4co 7 месяцев назад

      @@vision821k4 True courage is not, Not BEING afraid. True courage means being afraid, but still doing what HAS TO BE DONE, regardless of your emotional state.

  • @elitehacker1416
    @elitehacker1416 3 года назад +2

    I have his book and let me tell you he is not lying when he says it is the best survival handbook you will ever read in your entire life I've read that book several times and each time I read it I'll learn something new that I didn't pick up the first time there is just so much information in that book

  • @joshnieboer3947
    @joshnieboer3947 3 года назад +11

    Hey les I'm turing 30 in 2 weeks and realized I've been watching you snice I was 14 years old. Thanks for all the years we spoke once, congrats on the Scouts!

  • @Moses_Rockwell
    @Moses_Rockwell 3 года назад +113

    I’ve been watching this guy since the beginning, and the way he operates is, and has always been top notch. Thanks for all you do, Les.

    • @davidregan9872
      @davidregan9872 3 года назад +2

      Greg, I got to meet Les at the Sasquatch Summit in Ocean Shores WA. What a really great guy! He blows Bear Grills away, and that's what I love about him. When he said what he could only describe as hearing a GREAT APE when he was all alone in Alaska blew my mind. He talked about it when he was on Joe Rogans show. Look it up if you haven't heard it!

    • @Alwaysherethere
      @Alwaysherethere 3 года назад +1

      I have too. I couldn't wait for his shows to air! Love you les, you've taught this girl a lot! 😊🕊

    • @SofaKingShit
      @SofaKingShit 3 года назад +1

      Fascinating guy to a watch but I'm not sure if I'd want to hang around with him for a weekend.

    • @CJBhattarai
      @CJBhattarai 2 года назад +2

      Thank you, LES for all the videos!! Whenever I watch your videos, I get a soothing feeling especially on Cold days feeling cozy, and watching your show is absolute peace of mind.

    • @alkirk-ws4co
      @alkirk-ws4co 7 месяцев назад

      @@SofaKingShit Why not? That weekend you could learn so much, not only about Surivival, but music, business ect..

  • @cappadocius9379
    @cappadocius9379 3 года назад +21

    You saying you hate killing wild life made me love you that much more. The episode where you don't kill the second baby bird I gained so much respect for you. Thank you for everything you do and teach.

  • @ekaoxide
    @ekaoxide 2 года назад +7

    Imitation is a form of flattery, be proud of what you did and the creativity you spawned. I would caution to be careful not to go down the path of negativity as we have enough of that in our day to day lives. Love your content Les and look forward to more of the positive vibes you always displayed in your videos.

  • @PatrickC139
    @PatrickC139 3 года назад +66

    I love these director commentary versions. Gives a lot of insight on what was going on. Thank you.

  • @daphnerose9474
    @daphnerose9474 3 года назад +5

    The integrity of Les shows in his eyes. He says what he means, and means what he says. We trust him implicitly. We also hope Les will have another Sasquatch series....! He is truly one of a kind..!

  • @feloniousmonk8740
    @feloniousmonk8740 3 года назад +17

    "Georgia swamp" is probably my favorite episode, due to how familiar everything feels to me.
    The whole rattlesnake thing did always feel odd to me. Glad to know the story behind it.

  • @Stranger66666
    @Stranger66666 2 года назад +2

    that was really awesome to put that banned footage in. not many people have that level of integrity. major respect.

  • @accidentalpatient4152
    @accidentalpatient4152 3 года назад +108

    It's great to hear you address Bear Grylls and his attempts at a show. Don't worry about critisizing him, he and his show deserve all the harsh critique that comes his way.

    • @LS-lover02
      @LS-lover02 3 года назад +6

      Dude I used to love watching bear grylls.. he would drink his own piss and eat random raw animals it was amazing😂😂😂😂😂 I mean do everything he does but opposite you know😂

    • @DanielChihak
      @DanielChihak 3 года назад +20

      Man Vs. Wild was an action sports show with occasional survival tips from a former special forces adventurer guy. How it got packaged and sold as a one stop shop for survival is a stroke of marketing and personality genius. Bear seems to be a genuinely decent man, but embraced the fantasy nature of survival shows a bit too hard. The guy had an episode where he was sprinting down a scree slope to save 2 hours on the trip off the mountain. Not exactly best survival practices for the average person.... Les has always been the real one, Edward Michael "Bear" Grylls looks up to him I'm sure.

    • @Eyes0penNoFear
      @Eyes0penNoFear 3 года назад +29

      If Bear had come clean from the beginning, and marketed the show as a fun to watch adventure show instead of survival, he would have been fine.

    • @Sam-fb1nq
      @Sam-fb1nq 3 года назад +12

      Bear Grylls was always more flash than substance to me. Where Les's show seem more real and way more true to self survival. Maybe slow sometimes but that's the way it usually is out in the real world. And Les always did it on his own by himself which is way different than having a film crew following you around.

    • @Eyes0penNoFear
      @Eyes0penNoFear 3 года назад +17

      @@Sam-fb1nq not to mention that following Bear's advice could easily get inexperienced people killed.
      "Let's run down this skree slope to save time!"
      What could go wrong 🤦

  • @Hotsauce-cj7kj
    @Hotsauce-cj7kj 3 года назад +5

    That was TOO awesome Les, about that rattlesnake story!
    That’s just a testament to your personal realness, how real you want to keep it, and how real it should be kept. I love it.

    • @marcmosley3669
      @marcmosley3669 2 года назад +1

      Yeah right. He wants me to believe he and Charlie found that rattle snake dead and he waited 5 days to cook and eat it after his shelter was built. How long do you think meat last without refrigeration?

  • @RedRosach
    @RedRosach 3 года назад +26

    Some people really know their stuff. Some people are great at entertaining. Rarely is one both. Les is one of those rare gems. It never ceases to amaze me how he is able to produce an entertaining film content and survive at the same time, by himself. And doing it not one time but many many times.

    • @MISNM0
      @MISNM0 3 года назад

      This, so much

  • @genericalfishtycoon3853
    @genericalfishtycoon3853 3 года назад +3

    I've spent around 5 years collectively sleeping outdoors, mostly in the open, and I can attest I've never, EVER, needed a watch to know when it was 3am. Doesn't matter time of year it is, you know what time it is at 3am. The sun starts pushing air pressure and moisture from the darkness of the night bringing in those cold morning chills before sunrise. Unmistakable!

  • @randomadventures2448
    @randomadventures2448 3 года назад +16

    I was born and raised on that swamp! I have always loved this episode and hearing you talk about it present day is awesome to me!! Thank you sir!!!

    • @maxinemcclurd1288
      @maxinemcclurd1288 3 года назад +1

      I too am familiar with the area , I love this episode .

    • @Henry8VIII8
      @Henry8VIII8 3 года назад +1

      Born and raised on the Salkehatchie swamp, very much the same environment. I learned some new things from this episode.

  • @JensenSarpy
    @JensenSarpy Год назад +1

    There's several You Tube videos saying Les/Survivorman is fake, etc. I always knew Les was genuine and honest and this director's commentary series of the show proves that.
    When I run into those "Survivorman is fake" videos/channels again I'll direct them to this video and series and prove that *they're* fake!!

  • @jacobmamiye
    @jacobmamiye 2 года назад +36

    Les, I've always loved your show! You reminded me how my dad and I used to call Man vs Wild "Man vs Hotel" when I was a kid. Loved listening to your commentary on this episode and I salute you and your survival skills! Thanks for teaching us!

    • @KingofCrusher
      @KingofCrusher 2 года назад +5

      lol Man Vs Hotel is hilarious.

    • @SonicChaocc
      @SonicChaocc 2 года назад +3

      I remember when my family and a friend was watching Survivorman and my friend complained that Les didnt explored much (Desert episode, dont remember much) and stated how much he enjoyed Man Vs Wild more.
      Man Vs Wild is a good watch in my opinion, but only because it feels more like an adventure show than an survival show. I still think Survivorman is the better show though, good enough for me to buy each season besides the last three

    • @bezahltersystemtroll5055
      @bezahltersystemtroll5055 2 года назад +3

      @@SonicChaocc "Man vs Hotel" is brilliant 🤣
      I'm gonna steal that

    • @_kainzow9365
      @_kainzow9365 2 года назад +1

      Man vs Wild is not a good show because it tells you it is a survival show and then teaches you almost everything g wrong to survive. Bear Grilles is an absolute moron.

  • @michaelstallone6071
    @michaelstallone6071 4 месяца назад +1

    I love this guy he's awesome

  • @briefcaseblues6061
    @briefcaseblues6061 3 года назад +8

    This is pretty dang cool for you to do this Les! Thanks!

  • @heinyhxc
    @heinyhxc 3 года назад +29

    it's so nice to find out that you're the one releasing this stuff on RUclips and fantastic to get the behind the scenes with you as well. i loved this show when it was on air, watched it a lot as a teenager, seeing it again now just makes me very very happy. this episode in particular was always special because how close it is to the area i grew up in, it's just very familiar nature having grown up in the Scouts.

  • @maskcollector6949
    @maskcollector6949 3 года назад +4

    I was 14, in a Science class where the teacher checked out and we watched videos all the time. Thank god she was very cool and let us decide. I learned more in that class than most of my science classes ever since. She showed us your first Georgia episode, and I was hooked ever since. Thanks for inspiring a lot of us Les.

  • @briroc26
    @briroc26 3 года назад +2

    Les is the real deal ! Been a fan since his show first aired , used to piss my mom off as a teenager starting fires I saw on the show in my kitchen sink (NYC) . Now I own my own land !! Still trying things I see Les do and they all work !

  • @dougsie8791
    @dougsie8791 3 года назад +12

    Thanks Les.
    You're generous with all the great ideas and wisdom you've shared over the years.
    I am very grateful for all that knowledge.

  • @willc8018
    @willc8018 3 года назад +3

    Les, The world would better place with more people like you. I wish I could find a doctor and therapist with the same excitement for being genuine and honest.

  • @locash8122
    @locash8122 3 года назад +1

    I very much appreciate the respect that Mr. Stroud gave to my swamps. Nature welcomes your steps good sir.

  • @catlinkerswell3696
    @catlinkerswell3696 3 года назад +15

    i love the music, the shots, the effort that goes into these, and I love the fact that you didnt back down on productions or what have you. you were right man, theres a lot of good shots to get that producers that dont survive, dont understand. watched you since I was younger and Im 32 now. Everything has its value. you rrock man

  • @hacunamatata6802
    @hacunamatata6802 3 года назад +4

    Love this Les. Thanks.
    In the mid-80's I spent 10 days alone in the Pecos Wilderness in NM. It was late in the summer & starting to cool off and schools had started so the usual summer bunch were not anywhere around. I saw 3 people in 10 days.
    My 1st day I had not acclimated to the higher elevation and was carrying to much weight and with mostly uphill hiking I tired easily so I didn't hike but maybe 3 or 4 miles before deciding to camp. I camped up the hill from the trail around 100 yds and made no fire. The next morning, late morning, I saw a lone woman jogging, with no gear on her way out of the wilderness. She never saw me.
    A few days later I met a couple hiking and we just said hello in passing, no conversation.

  • @mezzofresh3521
    @mezzofresh3521 6 месяцев назад +2

    Les Stroud IS a Canadian icon

    • @illusive1805
      @illusive1805 5 месяцев назад

      Agreed 💯🍺🇨🇦

  • @JohnMelland
    @JohnMelland 3 года назад +7

    I've got to tell you Les, I've never questioned your integrity and your commitment to the outdoor life and the tools and knowledge to be successful as a survivalist, adventurist, and a great all around guy! I've eaten a lot of different animals and I like snake, catfish, alligator, and frog 🐸 legs, etc.... You are wicked awesome Les! Especially love your Bigfoot series! I hope I can get your total video pack! I think I've seen them all at least once or more. Take care and be good to yourself! Much love to you! Keep up the amazing content!!!! ❤️😍

  • @martinhoryna1349
    @martinhoryna1349 2 года назад +1

    you gotta love the integrity about Les, to admit that snake scene didnt happen like its shown is huge, amazing stuff n much love

  • @lucisferre6361
    @lucisferre6361 3 года назад +9

    I have watched almost every bit of television put out by Les in his Survivorman series and it's iterations over the past years as well. Never thought he'd be watching an episode with us. This is awesome! Thanks man!

  • @corbendonaldson8149
    @corbendonaldson8149 2 года назад +2

    Almost cant believe he has a house! 😂 Ive been watching survivor man since i was little, ive grown up wanting to do what u do Les. Not the film making aspect of it, but just being nomadic and full of information. Shelter building, fire starting, wild edibles, trapping, ect. For the last 4 years now ive been working in national parks just trying to get a taste of it. Survival is not a game, but id rather be trying to survive out there than in todays world. The citys and towns just make u sick, feeding u pills and programs to fend off the very sickness we all participate in. I love ur work man! Hope the family is great, and hope ur having a great day! Peace and love! - A Friend

  • @kilodarin1827
    @kilodarin1827 3 года назад +13

    I used to watch all of the Survivorman episodes when i was a kid, and i was surprised at how much of the information and survival tactics that i still remember to this day. i have actually gotten to use a few of the skills i have learned such as firemaking, making shelter, and identifying edible plants (especially from the oregon episode, as its my home state). while i was never in any true danger or survival situations, it was very useful to experience it myself so i know exactly how to do things. I think it is truly important to not only take in as much information as possible, but to also utilize the skills you have learned so you have much more reliability. the survival information and tactics you taught through these shows is, in my opinion, the best survival tv show out there. others tend to overdramatize and spew misinformation.

  • @GMguy-wv4qc
    @GMguy-wv4qc 3 года назад +2

    Having grown up in FL and south GA this was always my favorite episode. I could literally smell the swamp and feel the temps change as the sun went down. I always wondered how many cottonmouths were near you that you never saw, they’re diabolical little bastards. Thx for sharing this!!

  • @soccer2themax
    @soccer2themax 3 года назад +6

    I love this fresh take on the old content. I would love to hear fresh directors cuts on more episodes. I've seen them all several times, and always wonder what is going through his head more. Keep up the good work!!

  • @SabastianCrow
    @SabastianCrow 3 месяца назад

    I just want to say, it feels good to see Les sitting back in comfort. I don't know if he reads these, but he really helped me. when this show was on TV, I would watch it and "day dream". I finally made a choice to go explore and be resourceful in my own way. Thanks for your work Les.

  • @TheExplosiveGuy
    @TheExplosiveGuy 3 года назад +2

    I haven't watched Survivorman for years, this episode brought me back to the good old days before life got so hard, this has been such a nostalgic experience. Now I want to watch the whole series again, I might just do that! Thanks Les for all the good times, my family and I always enjoyed your show.

  • @DanielLee-fg7wp
    @DanielLee-fg7wp 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for creating an actual entertaining REALISTIC survival show and not something that requires military training to do. I started with bear grylls show and i just couldn't take that one seriously. Then I found survivorman and there hasn't been anything like it since.
    For anyone else that might be reading this - Watching this show alone, though it is helpful to know, will not make a survival situation remotely comfortable. I've gotten lost for 1 night with a few friends, but I only knew what to do and not much of how to do it. He said it multiple times but your kit and supplies makes a huge difference. Being thirsty was the most uncomfortable part of it. Now I always pack an extra 30-50% more water than I think I will need for the trip.

  • @MichaelSkelton
    @MichaelSkelton 3 года назад +25

    I can't count how many times I've watched these early episodes Les, some of the best "reality" TV content ever, in my opinion. Glad you were able to fix the issue with these original shows showing up on your channel, I still love going back to them, even though I've seen them a million times. 😎

    • @jefism
      @jefism 2 года назад

      The only real reality tv

  • @neilgelinas9926
    @neilgelinas9926 3 года назад

    Les I saw all of your shows. I am 46 you helped me to get outside. Hiking, backpacking, surviving. Helped me to explore and be self reliant. I not so much survive but have the knowledge to do so if needed.

  • @DarkLightGaming117
    @DarkLightGaming117 3 года назад +7

    Les I am so glad I found your channel here and I am glad your leveraging this avenue.
    Thanks for being a small part of my life for nearly 20 years. Always have loved your straightforward commentary and teaching.
    Thanks for putting this stuff out here for us.

  • @althill7407
    @althill7407 3 года назад +1

    Les, I'm almost 30 now and I find it a little nostalgic to think back to the days of tube tvs and cable watching your show while sitting on a flowerplaid couch, here I am still watching you on a little screen I carry with me everywhere, a decade and a half or so later

  • @funsmasher7018
    @funsmasher7018 3 года назад +5

    Les, I have always admired your work, and never doubted your project integrity. Yours is not the first story of drama injection by networks out there. Like neekid pictures, once you hand the footage over to someone else, you lose control over it. Keep up the good work.

  • @adenanthony5257
    @adenanthony5257 2 года назад +2

    Man I'm so glad I searched up survivalman on RUclips. Makes me proud that you still own the rights to your show and out it on RUclips for us because it IS a nature documentary, and tbh if I had a choice is have survivorman as my guide than man vs wild any day

  • @bmjasso
    @bmjasso 3 года назад +6

    I loved your show growing up and I’m so glad you’re still here putting content out and sharing things with us. I’m so happy I found your channel.

  • @bigfoot3866
    @bigfoot3866 3 года назад

    Les will be a legend remembered for decades.

  • @captblacksack5288
    @captblacksack5288 3 года назад +9

    Watching Les react to his own series is epic. No one can question his character or capabilities. This is phenomenal.

  • @ArachnidSoul
    @ArachnidSoul 3 года назад +1

    47:32 - 48:38 is where Les nails what I always thought about the other survival shows of the time, at the time. At the same time, he nails why I was never able to get into those shows.

  • @harryhandyhands505
    @harryhandyhands505 3 года назад +9

    this was the first episode i saw as a kid, my dad was trying to show/explain to me what was going on but he wasnt as nice as les😂 ive seen every episode of every season since then, and when i have kids i will watch all of your videos with them!

  • @MrBrownstainbear
    @MrBrownstainbear 2 года назад +1

    A legend

  • @Bad-Uncle-Bob
    @Bad-Uncle-Bob 3 года назад +6

    Loved this ‘behind the scenes’ commentary….more please Les 😉👍

  • @mmalandsbirdies4012
    @mmalandsbirdies4012 3 года назад +1

    One of the most genuine honest hard-working ⁰ individual sharing all his skills set on survivorman and here on RUclips.😁

  • @genericalfishtycoon3853
    @genericalfishtycoon3853 3 года назад +7

    Always felt like I was along for the ride with you watching Survivorman growing up. We had all the channels when I was a teen but Survivorman was my genuine favorite show. It's been a lot of years, and I can say with the amount of time I've spent in the woods it's crazy how many of the things you taught me that I actually put to use. You gave me confidence where there would've been doubt. Priceless gift. Never met you, but you got a friend in me. Fan too!

  • @DreDredel3
    @DreDredel3 3 года назад +1

    Love watching survivorman man with my dad. I greatly appreciate, Les Stroud keeping things as genuine as possible. I value truth more than drama anytime 😉👍

  • @SidorenkoAaron
    @SidorenkoAaron 3 года назад +8

    Loved this! Even more then the original airing. Thanks for the complete (i hope) honesty Les! Really looking forward to your wild foraging show!

  • @opiesmith9270
    @opiesmith9270 3 года назад +2

    I was obsessed with survivorman growing up from the very first episode when you pioneered this concept and caused it’s immense popularity. Then the copy cat shows with NONE of the integrity, NONE of the heart, or realism. They were just Hollywood mockeries like bear grylls. Taking the quick and easy path, while you the Jedi master showed an entire generation how to do things the correct way, in and out of survival situations. And if you were a fan let me tell you, it was very apparent. Love
    The honesty Les, That’s your brand authenticity. Thank you Les, for everything you’ve done and these commentaries are fantastic. I hope you are able to do more episodes. Rewatching these with you hearing all the back story and details is incredible! You are an inspiration man seriously.

  • @kathybrandt6060
    @kathybrandt6060 3 года назад +4

    Hello Les, Big fan, I agree with Jack it’s like watching it with you there at the house with me. I love going camping, and I’ve tried a few of your helpful tips out over the years. My favorite was using the chips as a fire starter. I am very happy that I found this on RUclips. I think I now have my new favorite channel.

  • @kurohikes5857
    @kurohikes5857 3 года назад +1

    I like Les... Hey put himself in ridiculous situations, he suffered and let everyone see it... And in so doing he taught about life, art and survival. Thanks Les. ✊🏿

  • @Utogaro
    @Utogaro 3 года назад +4

    I would very much like to see a special on "Survival Shelters" from you. I have been a fan of yours since junior high. Thanks for all the risk you took to help others.

  • @aaronasmus9609
    @aaronasmus9609 3 года назад

    Dude,you are the real deal,and I wouldn't want any other survival guide in my pack but yours.

  • @youtubeconnollyfamily
    @youtubeconnollyfamily 3 года назад +3

    I love when you do these commentating episodes. I remember watching the show when I was a young teenager. I would think to myself “what was he really thinking at that moment“ so thanks again for doing these.

  • @QurikOfficial
    @QurikOfficial 2 года назад

    A gift from a local to help survive is nothing to be ashamed of. That full scene would not have ruined the show. Thanks for deliverying legend

  • @debraervin5773
    @debraervin5773 3 года назад +5

    Love this. So fun!! Thanks, Les!

  • @HereComeTheTrainComingBlues
    @HereComeTheTrainComingBlues 3 года назад

    Les I have been watching Survivorman since I was young. You are my spirit animal my friend. Thank you

  • @achuck4321
    @achuck4321 3 года назад +9

    I’m so excited for this one. You hyped it up so much on your CR vid. Can’t wait to hear about the juicy details.

    • @bradleymackay8500
      @bradleymackay8500 3 года назад +5

      CR vid? What’s that? Please I was looking gif the hype but can’t find it lol thanks!

    • @joshmajor8662
      @joshmajor8662 3 года назад

      Yeah, elaborate please??

    • @zCodeZero
      @zCodeZero 3 года назад +1

      CR = Costa Rica

    • @joshmajor8662
      @joshmajor8662 3 года назад

      @@zCodeZero haha 😂 hey if that’s accurate it’s accurate Lol

  • @MrGrombie
    @MrGrombie 3 года назад +1

    If you ever want to come to Florida and need a "common" man, let me know and I am down to join for a week. Been watching you for like 15 years now.... So happy you're putting your videos on RUclips!

  • @coyotefire69420
    @coyotefire69420 3 года назад +4

    I love that you do these. I really informs the experience and we all get more information about the places youve been to! Excellent content and I hope we continue to hear from you

  • @mathewkeen2356
    @mathewkeen2356 3 года назад +2

    Lol his excitement about finally being able to out his team on the rattlesnake is precious. Lol

  • @jasonfarrow1072
    @jasonfarrow1072 3 года назад +6

    Much respect to your inspiring life skills good sir. Ty for years of education, much love

  • @macmotuim4403
    @macmotuim4403 2 года назад +1

    i made the comment before. but mr. stroud reminds me of a stepdad i had once. taught me to camp, hunt, forage, everything. and mr. stroud even looks like him. i know it sounds kinda weird but i lost that stepdad around the same time that survivorman became a thing. and watching mr. stroud became a coping mechanism. thank you so much sir. im sure there are plenty of folks like me. ty mr stroud. for all you have done.

  • @tb303wpf1
    @tb303wpf1 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for posting this Les! This is one of my favorite episodes. It really hits home for me..
    I'm born, raised, and live in deep south Louisiana. Whenever we eat turtles that are caught wild, especially from still swamp water that isn't flowing, you have to take care. Clean him very good with fresh water. And you must cook the meat fully, through and through. When in doubt it's better to overcook them then undercook them.
    That's just my personal opinion with my own experiences as a cajun boy who grew up eating frog legs, gator, turtle, crawfish, gar, nutria etc.

  • @danielm7435
    @danielm7435 2 года назад

    This Survivorman RUclips channel has been one of the most informative and entertaining things I've stumbled upon in the last year or two

  • @tykanus3607
    @tykanus3607 3 года назад +7

    This will always be episode 1 for me as this was the first time I ran into survivorman (thinking it was bear's show) Ill never forget tuning in then realizing that it wasnt the "other" show and how much more realistic and authetic this was. A co worker of mine back in 05 had this similar story where he was looking for bear's show and ran into this same swamp episode. We both were like "this isnt bear....who is this guy fumbling around in the wild!? Then we both realized "hey this guy is great", and we couldnt turn away! Show gave a way more relatable and realistic take.

  • @michaelmckinnis5716
    @michaelmckinnis5716 3 года назад

    Survivor man has always been a favorite of mine. Canyon lands episode was my favorite. Les Stroud is the real deal, head and shoulders above the rest !

  • @kevinkotula3119
    @kevinkotula3119 3 года назад +15

    Les, I love the directors cuts. The behind the scenes commentary is great! Thanks for showing us the removed scene and for sticking with your principles! Keep 'em coming! 🤘👍

  • @LynnHedgecoke
    @LynnHedgecoke Год назад +1

    This is one of my favorites.I still kick back and smoke a bowl and get lost in all his adventures till the point i feel like im there along side him.Awesome Cat O Les Stroud.

  • @TouchingClothProd
    @TouchingClothProd 3 года назад

    Always the most legit survival series of all time. This commentary is a testament to that.

  • @PaleHorse73
    @PaleHorse73 3 года назад +14

    Always loved your show and you take and outlook on nature, surviving and so on. It's really great to be able to watch this video and hear you discuss it as the same time. I love this!

  • @Corollsroyce
    @Corollsroyce 2 года назад

    There will only ever be one Les Stroud. Thanks for the years of entertainment & everything you do Les.

  • @dbeaumontresident847
    @dbeaumontresident847 3 года назад +7

    I'm confident that you've saved many lives sharing your knowledge with us Les. Thank you so much!

  • @jeffreylilly2100
    @jeffreylilly2100 2 года назад

    I am addicted to this series now every single episode. The Sasquatch series being my favorite

  • @kharth55
    @kharth55 3 года назад +4

    Can't wait Les !

  • @timothinking9855
    @timothinking9855 3 года назад

    Les paved the way for every survival RUclipsr, and other single survival tv shows.

  • @joet.s.6283
    @joet.s.6283 3 года назад +5

    Props on making the correction to the record about the rattlesnake.
    You continue to inspire.