ROOMMATE THINGS - Ep 7 | Spending Christmas with his Family

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  • Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
  • Roommate's Jonah and Alex discuss the potential difficulties that arise from visiting family for the holidays. Navigating different opinions and beliefs are ultimately worth it to maintain a healthy relationship with the people who love you most.
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  • @JustinEricoA
    @JustinEricoA 19 дней назад +102

    CHRISTMAS EVE BUTTON >>>

  • @Loulou12_1
    @Loulou12_1 19 дней назад +38

    Jonah, this time Alex is right, Christmas Eve is better than Christmas hahahaha. Maybe it's because we're Latino, I know, but at least in Mexico it's like a magical moment, few days like that in the year, the food, the music, our loved ones gathered together, everything is beautiful.
    Anyway, I love you guys, I like these kinds of conversations, you both always have good things to say 💞

    • @RoommateThings
      @RoommateThings  19 дней назад +5

      I knew the Latinos would come out to defend Alex

  • @ifsaica
    @ifsaica 19 дней назад +16

    I always like when it’s just you two talking and getting deep into discussion. As a Latino I would like to hear Alex’s coming out story. I’ve been following you guys for awhile now and I don’t remember a video on the subject. Since Alex is of Mexican lineage, and Latin fathers are very macho. Many young Latinos have a difficult time knowing and supporting their gay sons. The way that Alex’s father seems to skirt the issue, reminds me of something my own father would do. My father had a hard life, he was once a Pachuco, and was active during the time when sailors would beat up these “gang members” in East Los Angeles. He put me through college (UCLA and even graduate school at Pepperdine). I ended up never telling him, so he passed away before I even I got the nerve to tell him. I do know, my dad would have liked you, you have this masculine realness that draws people to you. I once asked my dad if he was proud of me, since I’m the complete opposite of him. He actually said since I was such a scholar he loved that he could raise some one like me? Go figure? Keep up the good work, and stay safe. I’m Alex from LA. ❤

    • @RoommateThings
      @RoommateThings  19 дней назад +4

      thanks for sharing ur story, and dang you sound too smart for me haha

  • @MarkSchmidt-c3y
    @MarkSchmidt-c3y 19 дней назад +11

    You guys are the BEST!!! You literally sound like my husband and me. I’ve always loved your channel but you are now at the TOP!

  • @KoaOrquia
    @KoaOrquia 19 дней назад +16

    I’m obsessed with these two.

  • @DenisBaltodano
    @DenisBaltodano 19 дней назад +16

    mi gente latino ✊️, latin christmas eve is wayyyyyyy better than the most boring morning

  • @Rysaid004
    @Rysaid004 19 дней назад +17

    Alex is so sassy but I live😂

  • @difthong
    @difthong 19 дней назад +6

    This is cultural. Any culture that has a heavy catholic influence celebrates the heck out of Christmas Eve - party til the brakes fall off. I’m half Haitian and we would have a party Christmas eve night, go to midnight mass, come home, open presents, eat an obscenely large breakfast and then drive around visiting relatives on Christmas Day. I have a feeling Alex’s father still didn’t speak or did it very half-heartedly. I don’t think Jonah should force the issue or bring it up too much. You have to accept you are Alex’s choice for roommate not his. Stay open and make it known you desire a relationship but don’t be pushy. He’s probably very old school Mexican man and they are not a heart on the sleeve breed. He probably appreciates how good a roommate you are even if he doesn’t agree with the two of you being roommates. And you should be able to talk about anything with family, even if it’s how hurt you are that an opinion came between you.

  • @Keepthepeacesharethelove
    @Keepthepeacesharethelove 12 дней назад +1

    Alex is absolutly right in regards to the DOGE thing.

  • @KyCo-z1e
    @KyCo-z1e 19 дней назад +5

    I love the innocence of Christmas Day!!

  • @bryan9103
    @bryan9103 19 дней назад +9

    Xmas eve will always be superior!

  • @pinino335
    @pinino335 19 дней назад +4

    Born in Chile (raised in USA)and the dinner was always Christmas Eve, but Christmas day was gift opening day.

  • @lessbs
    @lessbs 12 дней назад

    I was raised with Christmas day. My husband's family (Catholic) opened gifts on Christmas Eve with a big open house. We are going on 30 years together and alternate every other year between ourselves.

  • @federicosolorzano7520
    @federicosolorzano7520 19 дней назад +9

    Christmas Eve and the 6th of Jan. We hispanics celebrate the 3 wise men too. Alex should get a rosca de reyes to celebrate it.

    • @RoommateThings
      @RoommateThings  19 дней назад +2

      wait I wanna celebrate twice for fun haha

  • @andrewwTaylor
    @andrewwTaylor 19 дней назад +7

    Christmas Eve boys! It's got the night and expectation.

  • @macn3793
    @macn3793 19 дней назад +7

    Nothing beats waking up to gifts on Christmas Day!!

  • @I_act_up
    @I_act_up 19 дней назад +6

    Xmas Eve for the celebration and Xmas morning for gifts and a big breakfast 😊

  • @tucun2
    @tucun2 19 дней назад +1

    The last conversation I had with my dad, “I am glad you have a good friend like Max.” We were together for 37 yrs…..roommates!!! LOL

  • @themalcolmking
    @themalcolmking 19 дней назад +7

    Why is the camera only on Jonah? Not the rager for Jesus' birthday. 😆 this episode is SENDING ME!

  • @arthurchan1993
    @arthurchan1993 6 дней назад

    Again, love Alex being ideological rather than opinionated! Unfortunately, our education (wherever we are) doesn’t prepare people to be readily challenged and concede when presented with persuasive information.

  • @1Nathan
    @1Nathan 15 дней назад +1

    Oh dear sweet and pretty Jonah, Alex is 100% right on both Christmas Eve AND the elephant in the room of politics.

  • @cityguyusa
    @cityguyusa 19 дней назад +3

    The deficit is related to the budget shortfalls that recur every year. The debt is the amount of momney that's already been spent.

  • @desmendixon8642
    @desmendixon8642 19 дней назад +3

    It seems as if Jonah is very careful because of his families conservative views and beliefs. It's almost as if he's afraid to school them and educate them about their narrow views and beliefs, so he accepts whatever they say and doesn't truly stand up for himself. Yes, I agree with Alex that education is a major key to knowledge and the ability to think critically. Lots of conservative people are ignorant and completely disregarded of anyone different from them and their beliefs. So, if you're going to preach hearing one another out, Republicans and conservatives would be the best start. These are the same people who are celebrating the ending of DEI... Does your grandfather agree with Trump on that? So yes, Alex, stay "woke" and continue to fight for your rights. Continue to educate the ignorant and their narrow-minded views. America isn't just for straight white Christian men, especially the rich ones. It would be difficult for Jonah to understand something like that, so you must continue to educate him so in turn, he can educate others... not change their minds, but educate them. Hopefully, through education and open minds and hearts, maybe Jonah's family would learn to love him unconditionally, regardless of his sexuality and who he dates.

  • @iwnunn7999
    @iwnunn7999 19 дней назад +7

    Politically I'm 100% with Alex. As far as hating onions, I'm with you Jonah.

  • @gillyaalves
    @gillyaalves 17 дней назад +3

    Jesus was NOT born on Dec 25th, and Christmas originated as a pagan holiday to celebrate the winter solstice and was later adopted by Christians. So there’s that…

  • @Studycase3000
    @Studycase3000 19 дней назад +3

    I felt this was going back in time but I believe you did one on the fires to let us know you were safe. Jonah you HAVE to update us on one thing. Does Alex's dad avoid you this Christmas. If so maybe seek him out and try to spend a few minutes alone to talk? Both Christmas day and Eve were turned up in my home with like a late night nap it felt like

  • @zergyzerg5581
    @zergyzerg5581 19 дней назад +3

    from Philippines.. Christmas eve !! lets gooooo !!!

  • @terrylanham5686
    @terrylanham5686 19 дней назад +2

    Your boyfriend understands the issues better.

  • @johnathanlopez8954
    @johnathanlopez8954 19 дней назад +1

    AWW I LOVE JONAH ❤️ HES SO ADORABLE AND SEEMS LIKE HE'S A REALLY KIND PERSON.❤❤ ALEX IS SO FUNNY 😅

  • @LuisCalle98
    @LuisCalle98 19 дней назад +1

    I think Christmas Day is definitely better as a child. Celebrating Christmas Eve with my older tíos was when I realized I was grown lol

  • @AlanGarcia-pq9yj
    @AlanGarcia-pq9yj 19 дней назад +3

    Christmas Eve ALL THE WAY!!

  • @kahmz22790
    @kahmz22790 14 дней назад

    In Hawaii we celebrate eve with everyone food, drinks playing with cousins. Christmas morning youre with your parents and siblings and have the whole day to play with all the new toys and games.

  • @David-vq6qg
    @David-vq6qg 14 дней назад +2

    Alex is such a smart ass😆😆😆

  • @cropouut9789
    @cropouut9789 19 дней назад +3

    Christmas Eve !!! Stores and restaurants are still open!

  • @mdiscreetfun4you
    @mdiscreetfun4you 16 дней назад

    I just love these two.

  • @andrewabril4481
    @andrewabril4481 19 дней назад +3

    As a Colombian, Christmas Eve is just superior >>>

    • @RoommateThings
      @RoommateThings  19 дней назад

      we're in colombia right now

    • @andrewabril4481
      @andrewabril4481 19 дней назад

      @@RoommateThings Omg, I'd actually die If I saw you guys on the street, such a big fan! Enjoy your trip! 🔥

  • @alexanderaragon4679
    @alexanderaragon4679 19 дней назад +4

    Christmas Eve!!!!!!! 🎉

  • @gregsnyder7783
    @gregsnyder7783 19 дней назад +2

    Loved this and all your vlogs! Dying to know if Alex’s dad acknowledged your presence at Christmas Jonah! I hope so! 😉🥰

  • @themalcolmking
    @themalcolmking 19 дней назад +8

    I'm with Jonah. Christmas Day is where the magic is. Lol at this Santa convo. 😂

  • @bela616
    @bela616 19 дней назад +3

    I am Portuguese and Christmas Eve is a big deal.

    • @Arqhvrr
      @Arqhvrr 19 дней назад +1

      avisa more

  • @cynnthemanevolant
    @cynnthemanevolant 18 дней назад

    This was the most nonconfrontational fight I’ve ever seen

  • @drerector
    @drerector 19 дней назад +2

    Favorite RUclips boys ❤❤

  • @David-vq6qg
    @David-vq6qg 14 дней назад +2

    alex we understandyou

  • @edwardlegend1564
    @edwardlegend1564 19 дней назад +2

    i agree with alex 100% about politics!

  • @Arqhvrr
    @Arqhvrr 19 дней назад +3

    Christmas’s Eve cuz I’m also Latino and I agree w Alex 😭

  • @fernandog4564
    @fernandog4564 19 дней назад +3

    I am from Argentina and we like Mexicans celebrate Christmas Eve all night until 4 am or more 😂🎉

  • @berkinturtle7653
    @berkinturtle7653 19 дней назад +4

    Christmas Eve is the move.

  • @Yustiz323
    @Yustiz323 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas eve is aka Navidad for the whole Latino community and it will always be superior. The whole family comes together, lots of food is made, music, presents and fireworks depending on where you live.

  • @curtiswaagner
    @curtiswaagner 17 дней назад

    Love to agree with Alex. But we have always celebrated on Christmas Eve

  • @astercamilleespineda6104
    @astercamilleespineda6104 19 дней назад

    we always celebrate on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day is where the drinking and games happen

  • @matt19man
    @matt19man 19 дней назад +3

    Christmas Eveee!!!

  • @bro0ner15
    @bro0ner15 19 дней назад +2

    Christmas Eve sorry to say is the best

  • @leonardpupello7831
    @leonardpupello7831 10 дней назад

    They're a riot I love them

  • @homerhernandez9727
    @homerhernandez9727 17 дней назад

    CHRISTMAS EVE 1000%❤🎉

  • @kpcq
    @kpcq 19 дней назад +5

    Wow I’m shocked at the amount of ppl voting Christmas Eve. It’s definitely Christmas Day!!! I cannot fathom doing any of that on Christmas Eve omg…..

  • @tjtwelvethree
    @tjtwelvethree 19 дней назад +5

    We celebrated Christmas Eve as well. All of our friends did the same exactly what Alex is saying. It was about eating and having a great evening and staying up late. Christmas Day was way more chill with people visiting.

  • @calvind2054
    @calvind2054 19 дней назад +1

    While Jonah is rationalizing why people should be open to talk and communication, he should take note of why the country that became so divided over politics also divided families that are not likely to talk to each other again for years. What Jonah describes did work even just a few years ago no longer work any longer.

  • @clavel89
    @clavel89 17 дней назад

    Christmas Eve all the way!

  • @Midknghtrydr77
    @Midknghtrydr77 19 дней назад +1

    Hang on. My tea is almost brewed ☕️

  • @jiggyfun807
    @jiggyfun807 19 дней назад +1

    Can we please get the Harvard Admissions video with Arrilio, He's my favorite!

  • @kjgoulet16
    @kjgoulet16 18 дней назад

    French Canadiens also make a big deal of Christmas Eve. It’s a whole deal with midnight mass, special foods, drink and presents. 😊.
    Question: Has anyone ever tried to come between the two of you? What was the story? Happy Holidays ☮️ and ❤

  • @1bwash
    @1bwash 15 дней назад

    Christmas eve and yes, it should be a rager!!

  • @ricknoss4767
    @ricknoss4767 19 дней назад +2

    Christmas Eve all the way

  • @manuelruiz8478
    @manuelruiz8478 19 дней назад +2

    The 24 Christmas Eve ❤🎉

  • @redpantherz3930
    @redpantherz3930 18 дней назад +1

    Please never give up on doing videos

  • @kolnguy
    @kolnguy 19 дней назад +3

    It’s Christmas eve in a lot of WASP homes too.

    • @RoommateThings
      @RoommateThings  19 дней назад

      @@kolnguy not that I know of

    • @jiggyfun807
      @jiggyfun807 19 дней назад +1

      @kolnguy I totally agree.
      For children of alcoholic parents Christmas Eve and Halloween (holidays you can pull off at night) are a big deal

  • @davidbodrick1827
    @davidbodrick1827 19 дней назад +2

    👍🏾👏🏾❤️🙏🏿

  • @eugenemaysky
    @eugenemaysky 17 дней назад

    Christmas Eve 100%

  • @Jel0XD
    @Jel0XD 19 дней назад

    Happy Birthday Alex!!!!

  • @notgabo
    @notgabo 19 дней назад +1

    Not them outing jonahs family as republicans😭

  • @Midknghtrydr77
    @Midknghtrydr77 19 дней назад +1

    My dad did the same to my sisters husband. I think it’s some Latino father pride thing. My dad also did it to my ex but they eventually open up.

  • @oscherr
    @oscherr 18 дней назад

    I find NO APPEAL at all about getting up early, open presents and then what? Go back to your room, watch a movie and that's it. Christmas Eve is the expectation, the music, the food, the booze, the outfits.... and then, on Christmas, you open presents and eat leftovers.

  • @constantingonzalez7982
    @constantingonzalez7982 19 дней назад +1

    Mexican parents are designed different. The older generations are not emotionally involved with their kids, especially if they are from the community. There might be some tension. American parents are very involved. Give it some time and always bring beer or something to build a connection

  • @cerka27
    @cerka27 19 дней назад

    Christmas Eve is better. Christmas Day is so boring. My parents typically leave for the casinos in Louisiana on Christmas day. We’re from Houston. ❤

  • @amydewitt4153
    @amydewitt4153 19 дней назад

    Christmas eve. And Jonah did Alex's dad talk to u at Christmas?

  • @PatPetines
    @PatPetines 5 дней назад

    Love u Jonah but really Christmas Eve is the best period!😂 Alex atw😊

  • @jamesgonzales7994
    @jamesgonzales7994 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas eve!! Christmas eve!!! I hope am not off subject but!! Jonah obvious is gorgeous and men/ women must throw themselves at him!!!! But he only has eyes for Alex!! He loves him more than a chix Fila sandwich combo with nuggets!!!!!! Just my opinion!! But it's so beautiful and emotional to witness!! On my TV in person I think I would stop breathing and explode into the universe ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!! Love you guys!

    • @Arqhvrr
      @Arqhvrr 19 дней назад +1

      HELP-

    • @jamesgonzales7994
      @jamesgonzales7994 19 дней назад +1

      Dearest Jonah, I think I can help, if Alex Dad thinks you guys are lovers and are knocking the boots, you got to try and talk to him one on one, about a non explosive subject, something he likes, for instance, soccer or something and then invite him to see a live match, with his favorite team. And invite Alex and just go have fun!!!! Maybe he is intimidated by your beautifulness, and stuff, so try to make him the star. I promise he will love you!! Also try not to admire Alex too much in front of the Dad, he might feel all kinds of ways about it. Just because it happened to me!! Love you 😘

  • @KevinGarcia-r4u
    @KevinGarcia-r4u 18 дней назад

    Christmas’ eveeeeee BRO

  • @luisrule1
    @luisrule1 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas Eve is better and funner

  • @otberbur
    @otberbur 19 дней назад

    Since I don't celebrate Christmas, I prefer Boxing Day on Dec. 26. Perhaps the two co-hosts can put on gloves and settle their many differences in the ring!

  • @bryanrivera7405
    @bryanrivera7405 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas Eve 100%. And Filipino here 🎉😅

  • @ManuelBarrios-hc8tf
    @ManuelBarrios-hc8tf 19 дней назад

    Nice couple❤

  • @ericfb100
    @ericfb100 19 дней назад +1

    Santa - red suit man with beard - invented as sales gimmick by Coca-cola in 1931… Santa Klaus - Santa = Saint in Latin… Klaus is derivative of Nicklaus - Klaus - Dutch/german

  • @dancingonmy0wn
    @dancingonmy0wn 19 дней назад

    Interesting video! First... as a latino (peruvian) Christmas Eve all the way. 2nd.. It made me think how a gay couple can have different opinions about Ben Shapiro lol. Also... Almanzar sounds latino to me , do u have hispanic heritage? Maybe you could talk in the next video about your coming out stories :)

  • @izidorg.tominsek3646
    @izidorg.tominsek3646 19 дней назад

    Xmas eve! 🤪

  • @chuckvillegas
    @chuckvillegas 13 дней назад +1

    Jonah needs to leave the Political talk to Alex. 🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @arthurchan1993
      @arthurchan1993 6 дней назад

      I am on Alex’s side ideologically, but technically it’s Jonah giving Alex a platform, so it’s only natural he participates. I think it also tests Alex’s ability to persuade and convince, which we are usually quite bad at.

  • @itsrroo
    @itsrroo 12 дней назад

    I’m Nigerian and Xmas eve is better

  • @sluggopixie
    @sluggopixie 17 дней назад

    Christmas Eve

  • @armandovera2304
    @armandovera2304 19 дней назад +2

    Christmas Eve for Latinos
    Santa Claus is the real deal. Otherwise, no Christmas gifts
    No gifts, no Christmas in the U.S.

  • @calvind2054
    @calvind2054 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas Day is boring. Think about it. You open presents and then have to make up the rest of the day for the sake of Christmas. I’m atheist, so I don’t believe in Jesus. A party on Christmas Eve is the hype for me. I’d rather party, open gifts so we can laugh like hell at the stupid gifts. Now that’s a fun ass holiday.

  • @agustinjaimegarcia7028
    @agustinjaimegarcia7028 19 дней назад +2

    Christmas Eve

  • @Naththemysciera
    @Naththemysciera 18 дней назад

    Christmas eve

  • @0NeedHelp
    @0NeedHelp 19 дней назад +1

    the exact date of Jesus' birth is unknown and is not recorded in the Bible. However, most scholars believe he was born between 6 and 4 BC. #google.

  • @HugoVieira-b1e
    @HugoVieira-b1e 18 дней назад

    CHRISTMAS EVE

  • @RM-in7kh
    @RM-in7kh 19 дней назад +1

    i'm also team chritmas eve

  • @joshlolo-h4u
    @joshlolo-h4u 19 дней назад +1

    alexxx❤

  • @berne6802
    @berne6802 19 дней назад

    I´m for Alex

  • @RicardoTeixeira-gx9si
    @RicardoTeixeira-gx9si 16 дней назад

    Im no latino (i wish)and Alex is right about that

  • @Nowayjose2433
    @Nowayjose2433 19 дней назад

    So the elephant in the room is family members not accepting same sex partnerships. Got it!

  • @Issaback
    @Issaback 19 дней назад +1

    Christmas Eve (but I don't love Alex) :D