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Yeah you said it right. The culture thing is the most significant of it all i think. The language just helped him in that. It took him real effort to learn this im sure. That's dedication right there.
I am grateful I have travelled to Kenya and met some of the Maasai people. Some of the warmest, kindest people I will ever meet. The way they welcomed you like family when you spoke their language was beautiful. This video was so lovely. I’d love to learn how to speak Maa and/or Swahili and visit again in the future.
He spoke their language and was adopted on the spot… then the children wanted to give him one of their dogs… that is an incredible level of acceptance for only being there for a few days. The whole world could learn a tremendous amount from this one video alone.
Speaks more about the basic kindhearted- Ness of the people who have been demonised by the global North, where incidentally basic kindness is hard to come by. Imagine that.😅
I noticed this too. This is what life should be about. Acceptance of all and cherishing moments with one another. Unfortunately the west is not like this anymore.
they probably wouldn't dap up someone like Travis Scott or Lil Yachty if they went to Kenya. They'd be like who are these disrespectful thugs that you have brought to our village.
"Stay one year" I honestly, would LOVE the opportunity to stay for a year. Just focusing on providing for yourself and the village. No having to worry about political parties or recessions or anything like that.
@@GhoostTheManic-wf4it time can be set aside with enough anticipation (unless you have kids or people who depend on you). The knowledge can be acquired easily. I don't know what you mean by "management." As for resources and finances (under the same umbrella), isn't that part of the point and exactly why the person wanted to do it? I don't wanna speak for the OP, but since you did, I'll give you what I think the real answer is: "I don't *actually* want to do it, I'm just romanticizing it because it seems so far fetched from comfortable first-world reality that I've become too accustomed to."
@@bernardsoul5186 all are fair points honestly, like I don't have any rebuttal against it unless I wanna be a contrarian. I would say that, I did say the stuff on a much more broader term than I'd like to admit as I didn't get into much detail. By what I meant by management, I meant as in what would be managed on the more complicated side. Plane tickets, the sort-of calls and stuff to get there, and just probably mundane stuff like money to get there and come back after a whole year (which probably falls under the resources & finances and stuff). Also, I wasn't really speaking out for the dude I was more-or-less just listed out a short list of probably why he couldn't. I'll admit though, the reply didn't really look as if it was me speaking for them or me just listing stuff out so thats my fault on that one. Why did I wrote so much stuff
It’s crazy because it seems like most of them also speak English but him learning their language showed like a mutual respect and interest I bet they felt very honored to meet someone who values their culture enough to learn more and connect with them. I love Humanity ❤
Kenya's official languages are Swahili and English so it makes sense with English being the second commonly spoken official language in the nation. Around 80% of Kenyans can speak English
As a kenyan this is really heart warming the maasai's are one of the most unique kenyan tribes that have managed to preserve their culture and are proud to show it.
The hospitality of these people was on a whole nother level. They accepted him as a friend and wanted him to stay. This makes me really happy to see. He should definitely go back and make a sequel.
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
@@MICKYMAVYT Yeah, I can't argue with that. My problem is having too many interests and not really getting the time to hone in on any of them specifically. Our passion towards something will definitely go a long way.
No matter where you are in the world, everyone's face lights up when they find out you can speak their language. Edit: Okay folks I get it. There are 250 replies to this comment, and 90% of them say the same thing. Not in France or English speaking countries.
The bro energy here is strong it’s like seeing your kid make friends in the playground just to see the pure joy of connection and communication and them wanting to welcome him into the village- so wholesome
yup I remember watching a video of a white guy in the US who had a friend from Africa come and stay over for a month and he experienced snow for the first time and he was acting so crazed and happy it was like he reverted back to a child.
15:07 "How do you find friends? Do you and the neighbor live together?" Xiaomanyc "We might live in a big building together but we might not even know our neighbor" "That's a... very unique way of living" That hit me hard.
Such happiness in their hearts when they know that you can speak the language but also a lot of respect. It's really amazing that they still survive using the ancient ways.
Why is it so amazing? That's how most humans lived back then, I think. The real question is how has the modern world surpassed how humans used to live to reach where we are now.
To be invited into their village as a resident is incredible. What an amazing thing to accomplish and experience. The Maasai were incredibly wonderful and accepting of you. This shit blows my mind. I love it.
Think about all the people that have visited them from the US or UK and they usually ask cultural questions and talk to them for a while through a translator, but those people never do a full tour of their camp/village. They showed their houses (even gave him a place to sleep for the night) and their farm and how they prepare their food, they also sat down and ate dinner with them which is huge for bonding and showing respect for both parties involved, and most of all, finally, he spoke in their native language which shows that he has enough respect for them that he put forth the effort to learn the language. That's the difference I noticed between past visitors and Ari. There was a greater sense of respect altogether.
Among all the wars , earthquakes and floods around the world. This man never fails to give us wholesome content of making other people's day by speaking their language.
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 Even more incredible would be you understanding that his experiences are majority funded by ad revenue and sponsors and that not publishing his adventurers for "monetary gain" would be not having them at all. Cheers!
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 He's making people all over world happy and exposing them to other cultures. Receiving money from this is besides the point entirely.
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 Just like others pointed out, I would like to add. How else the fuck he could go on to those places where he could provide contents of him spraken the same language? Travelling ain't cheap bud.
I’m so impressed… not by the language skills but how warm and embracing the tribe was. They are Great ambassadors of Kenya and Africa. God bless Kenya!
Don’t expect that for everyone that comes to their tribe to be treated the same way. I worked as a spiritual counselor in Republic of Congo… their native tribes were VERY hostile until I was able to meet their shaman.
This is beautiful. An experience I imagine they will ALWAYS talk about and remember for years ahead! They are lovely people and their culture is fascinating.
This made me emotional. They appreciated the respect he showed them by learning the language and speaking with them not as a tourist but as a student of their culture. So sweet.
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” - Nelson Mandela
People forget that the Maasai tribe sent their best cattle as a gift to America following the 9/11 attacks. I'll never forget that level of generosity and respect. Just beautiful people.
But I don't think he wasn't "granted" anything. He's got to work at each and every one of those languges I'm sure. But once you know a dozen like he did at one point, I think it becomes easier and easier to learn new ones. He is utterly amazing at it.
Once we all realize that the human did not chose the superpower, rather a human being in control of their facilities is a most super thing; we can all fix many of the problems we bring to the world by having a better connection internally to produce a better connection externally.
You were given the utmost respect because you showed them the respect to learn their language. To allow you into their village and stay with them is the highest of honours indeed. Good job
16:42 "Wow it's so... I can taste the sheep" had me laughing. Really amazing video - such a rare insight you're providing people with. Thanks for being a cool dude.
@@olabenne5519 I know that's what I am saying. It is very clear you guys have the same things and knowledge as we do in Europe for exemple, yet that's all we have.. we literally live like that. You guys modernized yet you kept the beauty of the culture alive and didn't let go. Like even countries like Japan or India, where our way of living was introduced, they ddin't keep things the way they were.. you rarely see people in tokio wearing a kimono for exemple.. like they still do but not really in theird daily lives
He was very well received. I think they really appreciated that he took the effort to learn their language. The thought that he considered them to be important enough to learn their language carried a lot of weight with them.
this young white guy could literally be the Ambassador for the World he knows so many languages. It shows his amazing intelligence and his love for all cultures. One of a kind to be sure
@@esmeraldapooner751 If it's lost that implies people want to find it. He spent a month gaining just a very quick slice of their language he's not likely fluent enough to really live in places just yet as you can see from his struggles in even more common languages like French with the ambassadors.
Not trying to be a downer here, but most of the time when he learns a new language, he only learns a few stock phrases so that he can record a clickbait video. And then he probably forgets everything while preparing for his next video. Apart from English, the only language he seems to be able to truly speak is Mandarin.
Hit me big when they think it’s strange how you don’t necessarily “know your neighbors” here around us. Yet their entire village knows of and collectively works together as one big family. ❤😭 this video was so very heartwarming I just could T stop smiling through the whole thing !
I travelled through SA. Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana etc. We were lucky enough to go and spend time with a tribe and they were so welcoming and i was mostly amazed at how happy and joyful they were. If you get a chance go and visit Africa but go to the bush it is amazing.
As someone from a very community oriented society I've always wondered this. Westerners live in cities with millions of people yet those same cities are lonelier than the small town where everyone gets to know each other.
@@arminiusmaximus2793 I think it's a western thing. I live in Nigeria with a population of over 250 million people we all know our neighbors here. In fact one of the things an average neighbor would do is knock at your door or say a greeting to you letting you know they just moved in.
I've been studying languages for a while now and I've never had someone in another country say "Feel welcome here as if it were your home" just for me taking the time to learn their language. It really shows how friendly and inclusive these Maasai men are. There are some countries and peoples who are friendly, but not as welcoming and open to foreigners as these people were.
Not gonna lie, that brought a tear to my eye. Especially seeing them as initially standoff'ish and then once they saw he was putting in an effort and speaking their language, he was invited to the cookout.
It truly was beautiful. I am so impressed with not only he can speak some a language, but that he understands what the fluent speakers are saying. Understanding what someone is saying is hard for me.
This is your best video. You spent several weeks learning the Maasai language. And they befriended you because you spent time and effort to learn their language.
It's funny how they say they're private and don't let outsiders in but Ari became one of their own as soon as he spoke their language. Language breaks the toughest barriers!
I thought it was funnier how they have internet access but no electricity or running water. Makes about as much sense to me as building the roof of a house before you build the foundation. One would think having access to clean water for drinking, bathing and cooking would be prioritized, especially to avoid getting infected with dangerous bacteria. You hear about organizations like the Peace Corps drilling wells for clean water in African villages all the time, but I digress. How do they even charge their smartphones then? Is there a field of solar panels nearby that they plug into? And if drinking raw goat blood and eating raw goat kidneys wasn't an invitation to get sick with worms and parasites, I don't know what is! I'm all for embracing other cultures to a point, because there's some lines I just won't cross for the sake of my health. Even Ari drew a line in the sand over the blood and kidneys thing too, so I know I'm not alone in this.
Americans invade a land, kick the people out & when the descendants of the colonized try to come back they call them illegal & aliens to their own land.
Rest of the world is almost always fine with a small number people visiting. its much different when you talk about hundreds of thousands of people migrating into your place to live.
I always light up when someone who Spanish is not their first language, speaks it by surprise to me and I just appreciate the time and effort that they make for learn it! 😁
I love a wise tradition. They dont let you in the village until they "greet" you. It's pretty hard to fake being nice and dancing around for long if you have ill intentions.
yes! that, and even if an individual came in with ill intentions, they might lose them in the process, as i would find it hard to even verbally insult someone who i just danced joyfully with!
man these guys got it right. imagine literally just being friends with everyone in your village, whereas in so many countries its weird to smile at people, and its normal to not know your neighbours....
@@marshalllee7991 Few potential ways, there are these little battery packs you can crank up to generate and recharge them...or more likely they walk over to a place which DOES have power to do so.
I love the warrior with the phone who’s like, “I have to post this on Instagram!” It’s wonderful that they instantly accept him as one of them and tell him the village is now his home, too. I’ve occasionally thought of going to Africa to visit, since my ancestors are from there. I’m not sure where in Africa we’re from, but it would be nice to just see some of it.
Imagine if Genghis Khan had TikTok and Instagram. *"Preparing for war bros, in my language that means preparing to win. Will post the best kills and prank their leader by saying we want peace right after we won LMAO."*
Wow. Incredible how they took to you and welcomed you to call their home, your own. I cried when I saw this gesture. Truly good people. Thank you for this visit. 😊
@@RicardoHernandez-zr1pw Not exactly, he's very good at remembering stuff. I've tried to learn English for 3 years now, and i keep forgetting a LOT of words
@@cheke184 the more languages you learn, the easier it becomes to learn new ones. Also, you don't need to know and remember all the words to be able to communicate. Ari actually learned the word for 'fire' in this video. And don't get discouraged! We all have something we are good at.
They were so pleased to hear Xiaomanyc speaking their language. They are such a handsome tribe of people... beautiful smiles and welcoming hearts. You will never be lonely because no matter where you go you can communicate. What an honor to be welcomed by the Maasai. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.
Im a Canadian born Kenyan. I've been to Kenya twice and have traveled to Maasai Mara once before when I was 16. I've stayed in the exact same village that you visited in this video. All I can say is wow. You've really broken some boundaries. You possess an ability that few have in this world. I'm quite embarrassed as I cannot speak my ethnic language at all, but you've been able to learn an abundant amount to the point where tribal locals can understand you and even consider you one of their own! I envy you.
Dont worry, our people where Im from lost our ethnic language a long time ago. I do know how you feel, but we are raised in different parts of the world nowadays. But yes, keep the culture alive whether you speak the language or not.
These people have such a beautiful blend of modern technology and their old customs in their lives. Seeing them sitting around the fire singing tribal songs and recording on their phones is actually very touching. I hope they continue to hold onto their ancestral lands and customs.
Yeah... Really made me realize that were truly living in the future. 😳 Gives hope to see beautiful blends like this instead of people completely losing their values in the from meaningless emptiness of modernisering cities...
Can we just appreciate these people's hearts? That man, after meeting you one time, told you that his village was YOUR home🥺🥰 Just beautiful, I love them all so much.
first of all, I want to thank you for representing americans in such a respectable way. secondly, even though I'm a fan of your channel and videos, this one stands apart! please make more content like this, and I know the algorithm doesn't reward it, but I would love a longer video on this. You can even make a second channel with extended versions! this insight is a gift and it makes me want to travel the world!
100% agree. This is anthropology, sociology, psychology, and linguistics in action, to epic proportions. It's one thing to speak to immigrants in their native tongue, and it's great content as well, but this is next level. As a US citizen, I also would like to thank you for the representation of Americans from the US to the people you met and the people watching you online, particularly those from the US--I hope some of them are taking notes. Fantastic content. Well done!🙌
@@jandunn169No, he works hard af, trust me, anyone that doesn’t have a mental disability can learn languages like this. It’s the methods he uses that are very good. He actually did a brain scan and they found nothing special.
Yes he’s good at learning languages but what impresses me the most is that he’s able to learn and adapt himself to body la gauge really quick. Different people means different body languages and he’s adapting so quick to make people feel confortable in his presence it’s impressive.
@@bkc280 i semi-agree, but adapting to body language shows emotional intelligence even more so than spoken language can. you can get by learning a language with just books, but body language doesn’t have as concrete a method like that. imo the true impressiveness comes from his ability to utilize both as one fluid entity
I think he didn't maintain eye contact enough. I saw how they were acting and its obvious eye contact is valued in their culture. Lemme ask that massai guy in the comments
This video truly cements the fact that we are all just human. The gratitude the Maasai people showed when you spoke their language was truly heart warming, they seem like a very kind and hospitable group of people. Thank you for sharing this with us Ari! Sidenote: the kids mentioning my home city of Manchester was my favourite part of the vid lol
So there is another guy on RUclips who visits and experiences other cultural groups, and I love his show, but to see you speak their language and be immersed in their culture, even when burning up like a lobster in their hot climate, was just awesome. I didn't see you complain or do one thing that anyone would think is distasteful. You were respectful and you honored their wishes to show their beautiful culture, and I hope you never change that. What a beautiful group of people. One of my favorite episodes so far. ❤
I mean to be fair he probably wouldn't put anytilike that in the video anyway, I'm sure he did have gripes with being in a different environment than he's used to, it's natural. But yea the self control and ability to accept whatever they throw at him is 👍. Props, good trip, good people and good episode. Wish we saw more of him chilling with those kids 😂 so funny.
This was such a beautiful introduction, so beautiful how they welcomed you with love and respect, speaking their language was beautiful, it made me cry with happy tears. This is how I wish all the world would show love towards each other like this.
Im so proud to watch this , I am also Kenyan from a Nilotic tribe like the Maasai (Kalenjin tribe) and this is such a wholesome video to see and the fact that they gave you an naming ceremony just shows how much they enjoyed you and the fact that you learned how to speak the language, kudos to you . Karibu Kenya 🇰🇪 ❤ Ps : goat head soup is so good and nutritious.
I have a feeling that Laoshu would be proud. Some of his African language videos are the absolute best exchange of emotion and genuineness that RUclips has to offer, and this video is certainly akin to that
With how hard Xiaoma took Laoshu's passing, it was obvious he really respected and looked up to Laoshu so I wouldn't be surprised if that played a role for Xiaoma doing this video. Man what I wouldn't give for him to still be around so him and Ari could collab, imagine that power.
I think Maasai have always been my favourite aspect of Africa. Their lifestyle, traditions, even just their clothes and overall physical features are incredibly impressive. And their personalities too seem just allround pleasant whenever I see people from outside interact with their villages. Love how even the worries turn into excited little boys again in this video for example, having fun and welcoming you. Makes me smile.
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.” - Nelson Mandela
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
I love the way he was fixing your necklace 😂 3:54, the Maasai people are so incredibly warm and kind, such wonderful people. You could tell they were so ecstatic that someone actually took the time to learn their native language, this was just awesome to watch.
I agree! When I saw him pull on it initially I felt worried it may have offended their culture. But then there was this sense of pride in the way he fixed it - so amazing.
My favorite quote from this video is definitely at 15:24. When Xiaoma explains that we often don't know our own neighbors, and the Maasai man he is talking too answers, very surprised : "It's a very unique way of living". Made me realize how crazy some things are in our way of life, and how we have normalized some very weird stuff
That was my favorite part as well! And the more i thought about it, the weirder i thought it probably was for them to hear. We literally live with total strangers just a few meters away and we could have completely different foods, religions, cultures, families, and lifestyles which are separated only from a single wall or door.
Yeah it's interesting to see as much as we experience culture shocks from cultures outside of ours, they experience culture shocks in some of the things we consider normal
I don’t think it’s so much the variety in culture, etc we live with but rather the utter ISOLATION of not even knowing our neighbors’ names. Not caring if they have enough food, or if they ar healthy, etc. traditional people’s are much more close knit and focus on what is important-each other!! I worked for a while helping to organize a Cohousing community, which works a lot like that Maasai village. People don’t share EVERYTHING-you still have your own private property-but folks take care of each other and no one is lonely. Check it out. These communities exist all over the US and the world. Maybe near you!
You have been blessed with a brain that picks up languages very quickly,, it’s SO cool that you can go into a village, in Kenya & speak their language.. I can guarantee they will be talking about “ the white man , from America, who spoke our language “… your videos are amazing! Thank you!
I love how very often you see him stumble with hard languages although this doesn’t stop him in the slightest and even the people he talks to are kind and love the fact that he’s trying in the first place
That naming ceremony got me in the feels. It was raw and I don’t really have words for the actual feeling it gave me but it just made sense for some reason. It was powerful.
Yes, and the one guy bends his knees slightly and bows slightly...like an orthodox Jew...we are truly all one people. Xiaoma is doing the best work in the world.
We of African origin love all people, irrespective of their nationality and color. We give them their due respect and appreciate them, but we get the opposite while in other peoples countries. I'm in the USA, but most of the times my fellow workers reduce me to nothing. They think that because of my accent and color im mentally deficient. At times they made me feel i had nothing to contribute to the company i worked for. You're doing a good job here to educate the world that we're equal, even in diversity, and that we can all learn from each other.
Humans who live in villages know how to show hospitality. Sadly western culture knows nothing about hospitality. I wish you would leave America and go to Germany.
I had a wonderful time in the places I have been in Africa. The people were so friendly and welcoming. I am sorry people in the US haven’t been kind to you where you are.
A truly beautiful people/culture. Their generosity is so evident, not only sharing their food and shelter but the little boys giving Ari one of the pups as a gift. I'm sure like many I envy the simplicity in which they live their lives. Their abilities to not just survive but thrive in an environment so harsh is a testament to their strength, endurance and tenacity. Remarkable people.
WOW! The transformation of their body language and interaction with you completely changed. LOVE this! Learning other languages is powerful and a sign of respect.
And it's really no different here in America too - I have a lot more respect for immigrants that took the time to learn English than I do for those that want to benefit from the country without learning our language. And yes, the USA is an English speaking country, in case that needed to be said.
@@spartanspeedruns8386 but it isn't an English speaking country, if you wanna argue with that go ahead and tell the government. The U.S.A has no official language, and with more immigrants and variety of cultures coming into the U.S. that won't change ever again.
@Dr. Pyssinshytz I'm not going to keep arguing with people on here. You can read both my comments and if you disagree then you're free to have your incorrect opinion.
When you speak other people’s language you show respect and appreciation for them and their culture. This video was a proof of human coexistence, of sharing instead of a scientific documentary. It really moved me, thanks for sharing!
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I love it. He speaks their language, and they immediately consider him part of the tribe. It's great seeing so many wonderful people around the world. It's such an interesting dichotomy how they're dressed in traditional tribal clothing, and singing traditional tribal songs, but also playing around on a smartphone at the same time. It's like a blending of two entirely different time periods.
"It is no nation we inhabit, but a language. Make no mistake; our native language is our true fatherland." this guy is the utterly example of how this is true and how close he can become to people just by showing the respect of learning their language
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Impressive af 🤯
You should learn the African click language
Nice one, smashed it again, big smile on my face throughout.
You are the man! Thank you for spreading friendship throughout the world.
The throat singing was so cool.
He learned a language and gained a culture. This kind of friendship and connection can't be replaced by money. Beautiful.
Yeah you said it right. The culture thing is the most significant of it all i think. The language just helped him in that. It took him real effort to learn this im sure. That's dedication right there.
Tbf, it took him money to get to Kenya but I'm just being pedantic lol
In a month lol
So true
FACTS ITS ALL ABOUT RESPECT FOR SOMEONE ELSES CULTURE
When they fixed his necklace, that is a tremendous sign of respect. God bless Kenya!
❤❤❤ they where looking out for him!
I love that part!
What a wonderful opportunity. To be able to speak their language is incredible. Thank you for sharing your always interesting videos! ♥️👍♥️
Oh wow really? 😮
I thought that was so sweet.
As a kenyan masaai from this same village,its heartwarming to see you being a great ambassador not only to America but our village too.. respect bro
@Jermar Williamson wow if that's true I want some of that
@Jermar Williamson it's called rizz
@@ShrimpDaddys I have heard off rizz before maybe I should try it
Amazing video. Access to so much we’ve never seen. Generous people to share so much of their culture
@Jermar Williamson
Apparently, the secret ingredient in the fragrance comes from the herd.
I am grateful I have travelled to Kenya and met some of the Maasai people. Some of the warmest, kindest people I will ever meet. The way they welcomed you like family when you spoke their language was beautiful. This video was so lovely. I’d love to learn how to speak Maa and/or Swahili and visit again in the future.
He spoke their language and was adopted on the spot… then the children wanted to give him one of their dogs… that is an incredible level of acceptance for only being there for a few days.
The whole world could learn a tremendous amount from this one video alone.
Wasn't he there like a DAY? Amazing
Speaks more about the basic kindhearted- Ness of the people who have been demonised by the global North, where incidentally basic kindness is hard to come by. Imagine that.😅
Real
the culture is so loving and open...i understand how the western world did it
I noticed this too. This is what life should be about. Acceptance of all and cherishing moments with one another. Unfortunately the west is not like this anymore.
When the Maasai people realized that your intentions were good, their hospitality became unmatched!
multiple people telling him their village is now his home is so heartwarming
Exactly
@@rooktookyouracer6152and when they said “family” 🥹
Maasai are incredible people, very educated but also very cultured. A balance of the two I think is what makes a happy life.
The guy that laughed his ass off immediately has a great personality 😂
I love how they INSTANTL Y dap him up when he starts speaking their language. That's an amazing human connection
they probably wouldn't dap up someone like Travis Scott or Lil Yachty if they went to Kenya.
They'd be like who are these disrespectful thugs that you have brought to our village.
@@AJ-iu6nw I dunno that seems like a value judgment. I try to be respectful even to those who I view as disrespectful 🤷♂️
@@AJ-iu6nw What relevance does that have to anything?
@@ConFamGaming You are what we should all strive to be.
That was sick haha
"Stay one year"
I honestly, would LOVE the opportunity to stay for a year. Just focusing on providing for yourself and the village. No having to worry about political parties or recessions or anything like that.
Then why don't you?
@@bernardsoul5186 Time, resources, expenses, management, hell even just the knowledge on what to do
@@GhoostTheManic-wf4it time can be set aside with enough anticipation (unless you have kids or people who depend on you). The knowledge can be acquired easily. I don't know what you mean by "management." As for resources and finances (under the same umbrella), isn't that part of the point and exactly why the person wanted to do it?
I don't wanna speak for the OP, but since you did, I'll give you what I think the real answer is: "I don't *actually* want to do it, I'm just romanticizing it because it seems so far fetched from comfortable first-world reality that I've become too accustomed to."
@@bernardsoul5186 all are fair points honestly, like I don't have any rebuttal against it unless I wanna be a contrarian.
I would say that, I did say the stuff on a much more broader term than I'd like to admit as I didn't get into much detail.
By what I meant by management, I meant as in what would be managed on the more complicated side. Plane tickets, the sort-of calls and stuff to get there, and just probably mundane stuff like money to get there and come back after a whole year (which probably falls under the resources & finances and stuff).
Also, I wasn't really speaking out for the dude I was more-or-less just listed out a short list of probably why he couldn't. I'll admit though, the reply didn't really look as if it was me speaking for them or me just listing stuff out so thats my fault on that one.
Why did I wrote so much stuff
@@GhoostTheManic-wf4it fair enough
Wow that is a great honor for them to say "You are Maasai!"and "You are welcome to our home"
And all in like first 2 min lol.
I can’t think what higher honor they could give tbh
@@Syclone0044 Exactly!
And they Named him.
@@wombleofwimbledon5442 YES!
It’s crazy because it seems like most of them also speak English but him learning their language showed like a mutual respect and interest I bet they felt very honored to meet someone who values their culture enough to learn more and connect with them. I love Humanity ❤
Truly spectacular
Kenya's official languages are Swahili and English so it makes sense with English being the second commonly spoken official language in the nation. Around 80% of Kenyans can speak English
@@wallflower15875 wow that's interesting thanks for sharing
Most Kenyan schools teach in English…
@@Zazezoo ok?
As a kenyan this is really heart warming the maasai's are one of the most unique kenyan tribes that have managed to preserve their culture and are proud to show it.
So you’re a negro.
But have tiktok
@@Mightbeyourdad nothing can escape globalization /j
@@Mightbeyourdad phones are as common as shoes now sooo
@@Mightbeyourdadyou can retain a culture and still be technologically efficient
imagine getting casually dapped up by a true african warrior. what a legend.
The hospitality of these people was on a whole nother level. They accepted him as a friend and wanted him to stay. This makes me really happy to see. He should definitely go back and make a sequel.
it's not everyday that a random man from across the world can speak such a rare language
@@idontwannatypeaname
1.5 million speakers
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maasai_language?wprov=sfla1
Still pretty impressive though!
Am African from Uganda ......and it's so heart warming to hear a "foreigner" speak your language.....a connection is immediately made
The fact that this guy can learn languages so fast is extraordinary.
It blows my mind!
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
@@MICKYMAVYT Yeah, I can't argue with that. My problem is having too many interests and not really getting the time to hone in on any of them specifically. Our passion towards something will definitely go a long way.
@@ChristDynasty I vibe with that.
@@shannongandy3552 You and me both my friend!
No matter where you are in the world, everyone's face lights up when they find out you can speak their language.
Edit: Okay folks I get it. There are 250 replies to this comment, and 90% of them say the same thing. Not in France or English speaking countries.
I know a lot of Spanish speakers and I always ask them to speak to me in Spanish and then in English so I can learn.
Except in US and UK, you're expected to speak English there
Edit : and probably Australia and Canada
@@GherylM you gotta make edit 2 for new zealand
Except France and Germany 😂
Agree.
It s a kind of respect
Awww, the kids wanting to give him a puppy is both cute and a mature thing to do.
The bro energy here is strong it’s like seeing your kid make friends in the playground just to see the pure joy of connection and communication and them wanting to welcome him into the village- so wholesome
yup I remember watching a video of a white guy in the US who had a friend from Africa come and stay over for a month and he experienced snow for the first time and he was acting so crazed and happy it was like he reverted back to a child.
@@kevinprzy4539what's the video called
15:07 "How do you find friends? Do you and the neighbor live together?"
Xiaomanyc "We might live in a big building together but we might not even know our neighbor"
"That's a... very unique way of living"
That hit me hard.
Word! Im sitting here like damn, I dont engage with my neighbors at all.
Same
I'm fortunate to live in a neighborhood who knew each other and love giving what they can offer.
I felt that
same! such a slap in the face
Such happiness in their hearts when they know that you can speak the language but also a lot of respect. It's really amazing that they still survive using the ancient ways.
Why is it so amazing? That's how most humans lived back then, I think. The real question is how has the modern world surpassed how humans used to live to reach where we are now.
with cell phones
@@bluesman6220shhh let him dream lol
Ancient ways, like Tiktok lol!
@@bluesman6220 you aren't going back far enough kid.
To be invited into their village as a resident is incredible. What an amazing thing to accomplish and experience. The Maasai were incredibly wonderful and accepting of you. This shit blows my mind. I love it.
The sheer joy they experience when hearing their language spoken is so beautiful
Yep
Think about all the people that have visited them from the US or UK and they usually ask cultural questions and talk to them for a while through a translator, but those people never do a full tour of their camp/village. They showed their houses (even gave him a place to sleep for the night) and their farm and how they prepare their food, they also sat down and ate dinner with them which is huge for bonding and showing respect for both parties involved, and most of all, finally, he spoke in their native language which shows that he has enough respect for them that he put forth the effort to learn the language. That's the difference I noticed between past visitors and Ari. There was a greater sense of respect altogether.
It brings a smile to my face
Among all the wars , earthquakes and floods around the world. This man never fails to give us wholesome content of making other people's day by speaking their language.
You know what would be more incredible though? Is if he went there without cameras and didn't use his experiences as a monetary gain.
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 Even more incredible would be you understanding that his experiences are majority funded by ad revenue and sponsors and that not publishing his adventurers for "monetary gain" would be not having them at all. Cheers!
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 He's making people all over world happy and exposing them to other cultures. Receiving money from this is besides the point entirely.
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 how else tf would he make the cash and show all these wonderful experiences.. not all of it is just monetary gain lmao
@@puttfordoughdiscgolf9361 Just like others pointed out, I would like to add. How else the fuck he could go on to those places where he could provide contents of him spraken the same language? Travelling ain't cheap bud.
I’m so impressed… not by the language skills but how warm and embracing the tribe was. They are Great ambassadors of Kenya and Africa. God bless Kenya!
Don’t expect that for everyone that comes to their tribe to be treated the same way. I worked as a spiritual counselor in Republic of Congo… their native tribes were VERY hostile until I was able to meet their shaman.
Primary sources over secondary sources, often. Just be rational about it. Slander can ruin a friendly people's reputation
Yeah lets not have a genocidal sky toddler bless them. Lets instead bless them ourselves with our respect and admiration.
He’s going to teach them rudimentary basketball skills in the next video
@@eftheusempire Respect religions, its not hard.
This is beautiful. An experience I imagine they will ALWAYS talk about and remember for years ahead!
They are lovely people and their culture is fascinating.
This made me emotional. They appreciated the respect he showed them by learning the language and speaking with them not as a tourist but as a student of their culture. So sweet.
Me too! I'm laugh-crying watching this.
“not as a tourist but as a student of their culture” - i really love this
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” - Nelson Mandela
Something I love about Xiaoma is the respect he always shows other cultures.
all big lovely smiles and happiness, so nice.
I feel like a million bucks watching him make these videos, I can't even imagine how good he must feel making them.
He shoes off only.
@Dr. Pyssinshytz Stereotypical ignorance.
No shit. It's making him a fortune
This needs to be a whole season. Ari learns to make a fire. Ari learns to throw a spear. Ari plays soccer with Maasai children. I’d binge watch!
I agree
It did go well until he goes through the Maasai test of manhood. The lion hunt. 🤣🦁
I would watch a show like that.
ari helps hunt down pirates and mounts their head on a spear pole
ari buys sun block lotion
People forget that the Maasai tribe sent their best cattle as a gift to America following the 9/11 attacks. I'll never forget that level of generosity and respect. Just beautiful people.
Man in a shitty dark world this actually brightened my day, thanks for that. It’s good to see strangers sharing kindness and love once in a while.
The world isn’t as dark as you make it seem sometimes, you’ve just yet to find the light :)
@@nick5839Some of us unfortunately have a hard time fjnding it due to our upbringing
@@nick5839ignorance is bliss
@@nick5839It is too elusive.
@@xylolol4815 😂😇
Can we all appreciate how much Maasai language he learned and understood just after one month!
He must be super smart, learning all those languages.
A lot of languages are connected and he does know a lot so comes easier I believe
@@miguelmeza502 yes it gets more easy every time
I’m trying to learn my first second language I was no where close after a month, guess we are built different 😄
@@sealboy1211 well it cause its hard, this guy already knows multiple languages. Even he says it comes easier when you already know alot
I'm convinced at this point you had a wish to be granted any superpower you desired as a kid and you chose the ability to learn any language you want!
Smart choice
But I don't think he wasn't "granted" anything. He's got to work at each and every one of those languges I'm sure. But once you know a dozen like he did at one point, I think it becomes easier and easier to learn new ones. He is utterly amazing at it.
@@davidbinkowski4825 Seriously, the other aspect is one only needs a handful of words to engage in most conversations.
Once we all realize that the human did not chose the superpower, rather a human being in control of their facilities is a most super thing; we can all fix many of the problems we bring to the world by having a better connection internally to produce a better connection externally.
I would want the ability to learn every language known to man to be able to travel better and have better experiences
Love all the beautiful red those Masai warriors are wearing. Gorgeous.
You were given the utmost respect because you showed them the respect to learn their language. To allow you into their village and stay with them is the highest of honours indeed. Good job
First reply?
@@MagicalArcane lol. No
I don't think we can't even understand how much they appreciated that he was speaking their language, they really welcomed him after that, incredible!
They know He truly cares.
They truly would welcome him even if he couldn't. They are beautiful people.
16:42 "Wow it's so... I can taste the sheep" had me laughing. Really amazing video - such a rare insight you're providing people with. Thanks for being a cool dude.
Never thought to see you here
😂😂- yeah, that was a good one 🍜
@@makarel I was going to put the same thing 😭😂
Yo what’s up bro?
ikr😭
Bravo young man. Learning to communicate and respect a culture is absolutely admirable. So very interesting and beautiful to see your interactions.
I love how they have phones and are completely aware of 'the modern world' yet they were able to keep their culture and traditions.
Look into what they did historically, makes sense how the Sparta of Africa still exists
Comeone we are not wild animals you know
@@olabenne5519 I know that's what I am saying. It is very clear you guys have the same things and knowledge as we do in Europe for exemple, yet that's all we have.. we literally live like that. You guys modernized yet you kept the beauty of the culture alive and didn't let go. Like even countries like Japan or India, where our way of living was introduced, they ddin't keep things the way they were.. you rarely see people in tokio wearing a kimono for exemple.. like they still do but not really in theird daily lives
@@fien4878 That's good proof that modern convenience doesn't really dilute or destroy culture unless it's allowed to do so.
They don’t want to end up too much like America. Look at the connection they have
He was very well received.
I think they really appreciated that he took the effort to learn their language.
The thought that he considered them to be important enough to learn their language carried a lot of weight with them.
Even if he didnt speak their language he would have been well received because they are kind like that
@@moniquemonique9467 I have seen other people visit the maasai and they are always so kind.
this young white guy could literally be the Ambassador for the World he knows so many languages. It shows his amazing intelligence and his love for all cultures. One of a kind to be sure
A lot of us wish they had your talent to learn different languages. African Americans lost their language.
@@esmeraldapooner751 If it's lost that implies people want to find it. He spent a month gaining just a very quick slice of their language he's not likely fluent enough to really live in places just yet as you can see from his struggles in even more common languages like French with the ambassadors.
Not trying to be a downer here, but most of the time when he learns a new language, he only learns a few stock phrases so that he can record a clickbait video. And then he probably forgets everything while preparing for his next video. Apart from English, the only language he seems to be able to truly speak is Mandarin.
It is ok I give him credit for trying. I know he does better than I can in my life time
no you're definitely trying to be a downer. he's doing more work than you ever will, but keep being jealous@@matteikamp7474
I find it heartwarming that they helped pronounce some of the words to help him master their language even further. What a great visit!
Hit me big when they think it’s strange how you don’t necessarily “know your neighbors” here around us. Yet their entire village knows of and collectively works together as one big family. ❤😭 this video was so very heartwarming I just could T stop smiling through the whole thing !
that's because they are all one big family. haha But ya, we could learn a lot from them.
If you are a fan of this type of videos, of travel I recommend watching Kurt Caz or Harald Baldr
The men have five wifes if thay are all like that thay are all relatives
I travelled through SA. Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana etc. We were lucky enough to go and spend time with a tribe and they were so welcoming and i was mostly amazed at how happy and joyful they were. If you get a chance go and visit Africa but go to the bush it is amazing.
哈哈，林家人。就连姓氏都这么贴合社会现实！
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應該不會吧，有可能是太累或是本身身體不太好😢
That part about not knowing your neighbor seemed like it broke his heart. Imagine being somewhere so populated but so isolated at the same time
Thats the price for so called "modernism"
Truly separates what it means between a community and a living space.
Yeah, "imagine"…
As someone from a very community oriented society I've always wondered this. Westerners live in cities with millions of people yet those same cities are lonelier than the small town where everyone gets to know each other.
@@arminiusmaximus2793 I think it's a western thing. I live in Nigeria with a population of over 250 million people we all know our neighbors here. In fact one of the things an average neighbor would do is knock at your door or say a greeting to you letting you know they just moved in.
I've been studying languages for a while now and I've never had someone in another country say "Feel welcome here as if it were your home" just for me taking the time to learn their language. It really shows how friendly and inclusive these Maasai men are. There are some countries and peoples who are friendly, but not as welcoming and open to foreigners as these people were.
Not gonna lie, that brought a tear to my eye. Especially seeing them as initially standoff'ish and then once they saw he was putting in an effort and speaking their language, he was invited to the cookout.
It is said also in Spain as well as in my country, Germany. "Fühle dich wie Zuhause" (feel like home)
That's mostly the normal way of humanity
It truly was beautiful. I am so impressed with not only he can speak some a language, but that he understands what the fluent speakers are saying. Understanding what someone is saying is hard for me.
@@eternitywithjesus777 I doubt he actually understood that much. He always edits out all the times he has to ask for help with translation.
This is your best video. You spent several weeks learning the Maasai language. And they befriended you because you spent time and effort to learn their language.
It's funny how they say they're private and don't let outsiders in but Ari became one of their own as soon as he spoke their language. Language breaks the toughest barriers!
White women go their often..and marry them...just watched it on another video..
I thought it was funnier how they have internet access but no electricity or running water. Makes about as much sense to me as building the roof of a house before you build the foundation. One would think having access to clean water for drinking, bathing and cooking would be prioritized, especially to avoid getting infected with dangerous bacteria. You hear about organizations like the Peace Corps drilling wells for clean water in African villages all the time, but I digress. How do they even charge their smartphones then? Is there a field of solar panels nearby that they plug into? And if drinking raw goat blood and eating raw goat kidneys wasn't an invitation to get sick with worms and parasites, I don't know what is! I'm all for embracing other cultures to a point, because there's some lines I just won't cross for the sake of my health. Even Ari drew a line in the sand over the blood and kidneys thing too, so I know I'm not alone in this.
IF they don't let outsiders in...how come they know english so well??? Just wondering.
I mean they defiantly aren’t that private, at least anymore
The man who drove him there said they dont let outsiders in before they did the welcome ceremony
"feel welcome here as if it was your home"... if only we could say that in the rest of the world. ♥
how shocked he looked when learning that people don't know their neighbors
Americans invade a land, kick the people out & when the descendants of the colonized try to come back they call them illegal & aliens to their own land.
Actually, a lot of the world is like that, im presuming you are american
you.. can
Rest of the world is almost always fine with a small number people visiting.
its much different when you talk about hundreds of thousands of people migrating into your place to live.
I don't know why but seeing people light up when they see someone speaks their language is such an amazing moment and really is cool.
Except English
I always light up when someone who Spanish is not their first language, speaks it by surprise to me and I just appreciate the time and effort that they make for learn it! 😁
Their singing is beautiful, hearing all these tribes and indigenous people just makes me happy
I love a wise tradition. They dont let you in the village until they "greet" you. It's pretty hard to fake being nice and dancing around for long if you have ill intentions.
yes! that, and even if an individual came in with ill intentions, they might lose them in the process, as i would find it hard to even verbally insult someone who i just danced joyfully with!
Didnt think of it that way, hell yea
man these guys got it right. imagine literally just being friends with everyone in your village, whereas in so many countries its weird to smile at people, and its normal to not know your neighbours....
No electricity. How do they charge their phones
@@marshalllee7991 human connection is much more important than electriconics also they could have usb portale chargers
@@Morizzey yh well they probably couldn't live without phones now & they still need electric to charge them all
@@marshalllee7991 how would they die without phones?
@@marshalllee7991 Few potential ways, there are these little battery packs you can crank up to generate and recharge them...or more likely they walk over to a place which DOES have power to do so.
I love the warrior with the phone who’s like, “I have to post this on Instagram!”
It’s wonderful that they instantly accept him as one of them and tell him the village is now his home, too.
I’ve occasionally thought of going to Africa to visit, since my ancestors are from there. I’m not sure where in Africa we’re from, but it would be nice to just see some of it.
Imagine if Genghis Khan had TikTok and Instagram.
*"Preparing for war bros, in my language that means preparing to win. Will post the best kills and prank their leader by saying we want peace right after we won LMAO."*
Ay siRight uyaphi la...
Everyone's ancestors come from Africa bro
Have you considered doing an ancestry DNA test? It would narrow down the region(s) for you.
@@sihlemashoba3629 Mfethu.😂
Wow. Incredible how they took to you and welcomed you to call their home, your own. I cried when I saw this gesture. Truly good people. Thank you for this visit. 😊
How does this guy learn so much in such a short amount of time?!? It’s really cool to see everyone interact with each other in such a kind way.
Just put in the time and effort. That’s all.
@@RicardoHernandez-zr1pw Not exactly, he's very good at remembering stuff. I've tried to learn English for 3 years now, and i keep forgetting a LOT of words
@@cheke184 the more languages you learn, the easier it becomes to learn new ones.
Also, you don't need to know and remember all the words to be able to communicate.
Ari actually learned the word for 'fire' in this video.
And don't get discouraged! We all have something we are good at.
Cause it's about DRIVE IT'S ABOUT POWER WE STAY HUNGRY WE DEVOUR
@@AndyIsLazy18 PUT IN THE WORK PUT IN THE HOURS AND TAKE WHAT'S OURS
They were so pleased to hear Xiaomanyc speaking their language. They are such a handsome tribe of people... beautiful smiles and welcoming hearts. You will never be lonely because no matter where you go you can communicate. What an honor to be welcomed by the Maasai. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.
every Kenyan I have met is so welcoming like this. But my Kenyan friends aren't Maasai, they're mainly Kalinjin
@@arogueburrito it should always be this way.
Im a Canadian born Kenyan. I've been to Kenya twice and have traveled to Maasai Mara once before when I was 16. I've stayed in the exact same village that you visited in this video. All I can say is wow. You've really broken some boundaries. You possess an ability that few have in this world. I'm quite embarrassed as I cannot speak my ethnic language at all, but you've been able to learn an abundant amount to the point where tribal locals can understand you and even consider you one of their own! I envy you.
Dont worry, our people where Im from lost our ethnic language a long time ago. I do know how you feel, but we are raised in different parts of the world nowadays. But yes, keep the culture alive whether you speak the language or not.
I can relate. I can’t speak my ethnic tongue either and it makes me sad
You shouldn't be embarrassed, you weren't raised around it so notmyout fault
It's never too late to start learning your parents' language.
It’s really incredible to see the cultural connection he makes when he speaks other languages.
That was wonderful! Thank you for taking me along on your journey! I feel like I have been given a precious gift... thank you!
Your passion for linguistics has made you an ambassador for humanity. Continued health and happiness to you and your family.
These people have such a beautiful blend of modern technology and their old customs in their lives. Seeing them sitting around the fire singing tribal songs and recording on their phones is actually very touching. I hope they continue to hold onto their ancestral lands and customs.
Yeah... Really made me realize that were truly living in the future. 😳
Gives hope to see beautiful blends like this instead of people completely losing their values in the from meaningless emptiness of modernisering cities...
@@Lalita_LunaSame, I love different cultures traditions across the world and progression should compromise them.
good that they can record and preserve it but I noticed they were about the clout pretty fast like something was off
@@keetondabber about the clout aka being human 😂 glad to hear you’re an alien
Can we just appreciate these people's hearts? That man, after meeting you one time, told you that his village was YOUR home🥺🥰
Just beautiful, I love them all so much.
Yeah being a guest was a holy thing back in the days
@@xbeast1ny0m4m4 ‘back in the days’ this is now. It’s just that first society is much less personal and connected
@@insertnamehere4775 he means that the maasai are like a time capsule and represent humanity many decades ago
The way they kept shaking his hand everything they liked something he said makes it look so brotherly❤ love to kenya🇰🇪
"You are Maasai" made me tear up man...beautiful people
Best part for sure. So heartwarming ❤
The respect level every time is outrageous…what you do really does impact people and make them feel seen and appreciated
first of all, I want to thank you for representing americans in such a respectable way. secondly, even though I'm a fan of your channel and videos, this one stands apart! please make more content like this, and I know the algorithm doesn't reward it, but I would love a longer video on this. You can even make a second channel with extended versions! this insight is a gift and it makes me want to travel the world!
Agreed
This is his best video ever imo
This must’ve taken a fuckton of work I can’t even imagine
I agree best video ever. I’ve been following this channel for years and this one left an impression.
So…did you bring a dog home? 🙂
100% agree. This is anthropology, sociology, psychology, and linguistics in action, to epic proportions. It's one thing to speak to immigrants in their native tongue, and it's great content as well, but this is next level. As a US citizen, I also would like to thank you for the representation of Americans from the US to the people you met and the people watching you online, particularly those from the US--I hope some of them are taking notes. Fantastic content. Well done!🙌
Nothing shows more appreciation for a people than learning their language. Polyglots r the real man of steel mate, you are crazy.
It’s amazing to see what “1 month effort” can open doors for you. Speaking there language enabled a glimpse in the daily life.
He is especially gifted.
Let's be fair it's XIaoma 1 month not everyone else's 1 month XD
@@jandunn169No, he works hard af, trust me, anyone that doesn’t have a mental disability can learn languages like this. It’s the methods he uses that are very good. He actually did a brain scan and they found nothing special.
i wonder what method it is@@lonelylama5222
Yes he’s good at learning languages but what impresses me the most is that he’s able to learn and adapt himself to body la gauge really quick. Different people means different body languages and he’s adapting so quick to make people feel confortable in his presence it’s impressive.
Lol the language learning is far more impressive
They told the English people the same thing 200 years ago but it was a total misunderstanding
@@bkc280 i semi-agree, but adapting to body language shows emotional intelligence even more so than spoken language can. you can get by learning a language with just books, but body language doesn’t have as concrete a method like that. imo the true impressiveness comes from his ability to utilize both as one fluid entity
ah yes, body la gauge, the most powerful of all languages💀
I think he didn't maintain eye contact enough. I saw how they were acting and its obvious eye contact is valued in their culture. Lemme ask that massai guy in the comments
This video truly cements the fact that we are all just human. The gratitude the Maasai people showed when you spoke their language was truly heart warming, they seem like a very kind and hospitable group of people. Thank you for sharing this with us Ari!
Sidenote: the kids mentioning my home city of Manchester was my favourite part of the vid lol
lol im from stockport lad it made me laugh man i thought i was tripping an american and some african tribe high fiving the city im from lol
"Real Life"!!!
Lmao manchester is shit tho
Ben Stone? There’s a TV character with your name
Besides human, we are all brothers and sisters...
The most powerful thing you can tell someone is "I learned your language so I could talk to you"
Love these videos.
The way the Maasai guys just immediately warmed up to you and took you as one of their own was so heartwarming!
Language, music, and love of food will turn strangers into friends! The village's cultural dress is so beautiful and vibrant!
So there is another guy on RUclips who visits and experiences other cultural groups, and I love his show, but to see you speak their language and be immersed in their culture, even when burning up like a lobster in their hot climate, was just awesome. I didn't see you complain or do one thing that anyone would think is distasteful. You were respectful and you honored their wishes to show their beautiful culture, and I hope you never change that. What a beautiful group of people. One of my favorite episodes so far. ❤
Yes mine also.
@@theofficialdiamondlou2418 i love you
This is why I love Xiaomanyc. He not only learns the languages, but partakes in the culture and gives exposure to small restaurants & businesses!
burning up like a lobster 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
I mean to be fair he probably wouldn't put anytilike that in the video anyway, I'm sure he did have gripes with being in a different environment than he's used to, it's natural. But yea the self control and ability to accept whatever they throw at him is 👍. Props, good trip, good people and good episode. Wish we saw more of him chilling with those kids 😂 so funny.
This was such a beautiful introduction, so beautiful how they welcomed you with love and respect, speaking their language was beautiful, it made me cry with happy tears. This is how I wish all the world would show love towards each other like this.
Im so proud to watch this , I am also Kenyan from a Nilotic tribe like the Maasai (Kalenjin tribe) and this is such a wholesome video to see and the fact that they gave you an naming ceremony just shows how much they enjoyed you and the fact that you learned how to speak the language, kudos to you .
Karibu Kenya 🇰🇪 ❤
Ps : goat head soup is so good and nutritious.
He said they don't have electricity but they can obviously charge their phones, do you know how they would do this?
@@firecarrier1 solar power
@@rannydaniels5001 ah OK
@@firecarrier1 Actually no electricity in homes, not all, but only a small detail.😊
This was awesome,the world needs to talk to each other with respect and everything could change,love from Canada!
Just by learning their language, you've made them so humble and happy. I doubt many have bothered.
I have a feeling that Laoshu would be proud. Some of his African language videos are the absolute best exchange of emotion and genuineness that RUclips has to offer, and this video is certainly akin to that
RIP to a legend taken too soon
brought a smile to my face seeing his name referenced.
@@V0KAN I legit was just scrolling thru the comments and stopped cold when I saw his name 💔
With how hard Xiaoma took Laoshu's passing, it was obvious he really respected and looked up to Laoshu so I wouldn't be surprised if that played a role for Xiaoma doing this video. Man what I wouldn't give for him to still be around so him and Ari could collab, imagine that power.
I think Maasai have always been my favourite aspect of Africa.
Their lifestyle, traditions, even just their clothes and overall physical features are incredibly impressive. And their personalities too seem just allround pleasant whenever I see people from outside interact with their villages. Love how even the worries turn into excited little boys again in this video for example, having fun and welcoming you. Makes me smile.
“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.” - Nelson Mandela
16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God.
I love the way he was fixing your necklace 😂 3:54, the Maasai people are so incredibly warm and kind, such wonderful people. You could tell they were so ecstatic that someone actually took the time to learn their native language, this was just awesome to watch.
I agree! When I saw him pull on it initially I felt worried it may have offended their culture. But then there was this sense of pride in the way he fixed it - so amazing.
@@insomnimom yessss! Like he wanted to make sure Ari looked in tip top shape lol, really a sweet moment.
Respect him❤
speaking their language inmediately earns everyones respect because it shows you respect them and their culture too
What a beautiful tribe
My beautiful people,my tribe .I am so proud of my culture.Thank you for taking your time and learning my language.
Yall are beautiful
Your culture is beautiful. Your people are beautiful and so are you ❤
I’m from Zambia. I love My African people 🌹
My favorite quote from this video is definitely at 15:24. When Xiaoma explains that we often don't know our own neighbors, and the Maasai man he is talking too answers, very surprised : "It's a very unique way of living". Made me realize how crazy some things are in our way of life, and how we have normalized some very weird stuff
That was my favorite part as well! And the more i thought about it, the weirder i thought it probably was for them to hear. We literally live with total strangers just a few meters away and we could have completely different foods, religions, cultures, families, and lifestyles which are separated only from a single wall or door.
Yeah it's interesting to see as much as we experience culture shocks from cultures outside of ours, they experience culture shocks in some of the things we consider normal
@@LumboDumbo exactly !
I don’t think it’s so much the variety in culture, etc we live with but rather the utter ISOLATION of not even knowing our neighbors’ names. Not caring if they have enough food, or if they ar healthy, etc. traditional people’s are much more close knit and focus on what is important-each other!!
I worked for a while helping to organize a Cohousing community, which works a lot like that Maasai village. People don’t share EVERYTHING-you still have your own private property-but folks take care of each other and no one is lonely. Check it out. These communities exist all over the US and the world. Maybe near you!
Just imagine what he would think of Drag Queen Story Hour. We’ve normalised some sick stuff in our culture.
The way the tribe sang for him as a welcome was so magical
Incredible! People are so kind once they see you as someone who cares about them and their culture.
This is real culture appreciation. That's why they welcome you there as a second home.
Such a lovely people :)
You have been blessed with a brain that picks up languages very quickly,, it’s SO cool that you can go into a village, in Kenya & speak their language.. I can guarantee they will be talking about “ the white man , from America, who spoke our language “… your videos are amazing! Thank you!
I love how very often you see him stumble with hard languages although this doesn’t stop him in the slightest and even the people he talks to are kind and love the fact that he’s trying in the first place
Your videos are always positve and spread smiles. We need more of that in the word these days.
That naming ceremony got me in the feels. It was raw and I don’t really have words for the actual feeling it gave me but it just made sense for some reason. It was powerful.
You might like the band Heilung
@@AltarToRememberance I’ll check them out. Thanks
@@AltarToRememberanceWardruna too
Yes, and the one guy bends his knees slightly and bows slightly...like an orthodox Jew...we are truly all one people. Xiaoma is doing the best work in the world.
Me too I had to stop the video for a second... now this is a video imagine being there.
This was truly heartwarming.
You are a champion.
You make us all proud. 🇺🇸
I felt the same way, what an incredible ambassador for Americans to represent us to the world like this!
I love it. A lot of people need to see this
@@Syclone0044 he really is, he should be honored as such tbh.
The Elder has 5 wives and 30 children. Planting seeds. 😅
Well said! I enjoyed watching videos like this.
We of African origin love all people, irrespective of their nationality and color. We give them their due respect and appreciate them, but we get the opposite while in other peoples countries. I'm in the USA, but most of the times my fellow workers reduce me to nothing. They think that because of my accent and color im mentally deficient. At times they made me feel i had nothing to contribute to the company i worked for. You're doing a good job here to educate the world that we're equal, even in diversity, and that we can all learn from each other.
America is lucky to have you. I hope soon people treat you with the respect and kindness you deserve
Humans who live in villages know how to show hospitality. Sadly western culture knows nothing about hospitality. I wish you would leave America and go to Germany.
This
I had a wonderful time in the places I have been in Africa. The people were so friendly and welcoming. I am sorry people in the US haven’t been kind to you where you are.
Hopefully you find some good friends outside of work. It is unfortunate you found yourself working with people like that.
A truly beautiful people/culture. Their generosity is so evident, not only sharing their food and shelter but the little boys giving Ari one of the pups as a gift. I'm sure like many I envy the simplicity in which they live their lives. Their abilities to not just survive but thrive in an environment so harsh is a testament to their strength, endurance and tenacity. Remarkable people.
WOW! The transformation of their body language and interaction with you completely changed. LOVE this! Learning other languages is powerful and a sign of respect.
What a huge difference it makes when you know the local language, it changes everything
And it's really no different here in America too - I have a lot more respect for immigrants that took the time to learn English than I do for those that want to benefit from the country without learning our language. And yes, the USA is an English speaking country, in case that needed to be said.
@@spartanspeedruns8386 but it isn't an English speaking country, if you wanna argue with that go ahead and tell the government. The U.S.A has no official language, and with more immigrants and variety of cultures coming into the U.S. that won't change ever again.
@@spartanspeedruns8386not it ain’t
@Dr. Pyssinshytz I'm not going to keep arguing with people on here. You can read both my comments and if you disagree then you're free to have your incorrect opinion.
@Dr. Pyssinshytz Read what you said again, except this time apply it to yourself. I already explained exactly why I'm right.
When you speak other people’s language you show respect and appreciation for them and their culture. This video was a proof of human coexistence, of sharing instead of a scientific documentary. It really moved me, thanks for sharing!
Well, in America, the Woke Warriors would call it cultural appropriation, and that is show what oppressors white people are.
How you can miss the irony of promoting Temu in a video like this is astounding..
I mean hey, that's a big sponsorship. Just be happy the man's securing that bag and doing something positive with the proceeds.
Xiaoma is single handedly preserving and proliferating these beautiful cultural traditions all over the world. Mad respect my guy!
You may know of him already but you should check out the channel Best Ever Food Review Show. Where he travels to every country and experiences every tradition and their food with them.
I love it. He speaks their language, and they immediately consider him part of the tribe. It's great seeing so many wonderful people around the world. It's such an interesting dichotomy how they're dressed in traditional tribal clothing, and singing traditional tribal songs, but also playing around on a smartphone at the same time. It's like a blending of two entirely different time periods.
It reminds me of that Nike ad where a whole tribe was using their shoes.
"It is no nation we inhabit, but a language. Make no mistake; our native language is our true fatherland." this guy is the utterly example of how this is true and how close he can become to people just by showing the respect of learning their language
Right now I want to learn so many languages and I am over 70. Starting with Navajo, Ojibwe and Welsh.