The one thing lots of people do incorrectly is compare US to an individual country. The US would be more correctly compared with entities like the EU, where as a US state is better for direct comparison to individual countries.
@@1DwtEaUn and even if you have some different rules in the US states. You still speak the same language, have the same culture, history/heritage. Which obviously don't have in the EU.
Feli, I'm your 92nd thumbs up. While you're correct about month, day, year in the US, you might be interested to know that we use the European method of day, month, year in the military. Government employees often do the same. Many veterans still do that so we really have a mixture of the two styles. Really enjoyed these videos so please do a Part 3.
I work in IT (large Swiss Telco) and have learned to write dates as YYYY.MM.DD to avoid missunderstandings when dealing with people from outside europe.
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 I have seen all three methods on US military forms. Years ago, you had to guess, but at least by the time I retired, they gave ou the initials as a hint I think yyyy mm dd shows computer programmers had a voice in desiging the form since it translates directly into the way the computer keeps track of time, as days since an arbitrary start date.
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 That is also the norm (DIN 5008) for letters in Germany for I think two decades now. It is still not often used, unfortunately.
That’s unhelpful. When studying our healthcare it’s very important information, it’s easy for us all to do our part to help fellow humans and answer those questions as intended.
I refuse to answer. I think info is misused sometimes and am interested in how race could affect healthcare. And interestingly, I’ve never seen race on a medical form.
That’s like saying someone is so concerned about avoiding foods that will cause an deadly allergic reaction, that they become an allergen. Racism is harmful to people of color. Asking that white people or other races don’t treat each other in ways that are harmful is not “racist” against those potentially harmful interactions. We’re watching these videos in order to see ways that one culture acts that are perceived as rude/strange by another culture. As an american I had no understanding how Germans view things. Now that I know, I can act differently to make interacting with Germans better. The same can be true for interactions between different races if you try to understand how something say or do might offend or harm them. You don’t have to take this personally or negatively. Just learn and try to do better next time. If you think certain races/cultures don’t “deserve” that courtesy, then that says something about you as a person.
@@gloriaf4015 Your first paragraph works both ways. I have not gotten interviews for jobs because I am white while my "friends of color" did for the same position. Know this because they told me.
@@mikehushaw So if I understand Mike, in a climate where most applicants don't get responses even AFTER interviews, these multiple companies made a special effort to contact you directly to say they can't interview (not hire -- interview) you for multiple jobs because you're white.... Even though this is illegal and could open them up to devastating lawsuits. They just had to let you know personally. And then you also coincidentally happened to have multiple "friends" of color who were also applying for the same jobs at these same multiple companies and they told you (I'm assuming because they too were directly told they were being called in for being not white) that they got the interview and/or jobs. OH! and you reviewed all of their resumes, college transcripts, volunteer and extracurriculars and personal development courses AND sat in on all of their interviews at these companies to say with 100% certainty that you were the best qualified. If I believed that, I would say that was indeed a tragic story, but more than likely you were a mediocre candidate at a job or two in a tough job market and just assumed you didn't get it because of an imaginary mandatory Affirmative Action quota you believe exists. (Fun Fact: Affirmative Action is not mandatory and White women are a protected class and are the group that most frequently benefits from companies' individual decisions to diversify. I know this because of years of published research, not because my brother's nephew's third cousin said it feels like it's true.) But, you're entitled to your wrong opinion. That's fine. Enjoy your day.
@@gloriaf4015 You could have saved yourself lot of time by rereading what I said about what "my minority friend" told me. Since you think you have my in some bs, allow me to prove you ignorant. He is Hispanic. We graduated college together with the same degree. We live in the same area and as a result, applied for the same jobs. This is late 1980's. In a short few months he had gotten several interviews and landed a job quickly. Jobs in our field were not plentiful. When I saw him at the gym after some time, he told me he used a Hispanic organization similar to the NAACP to "help" him by contacting places he had applied at. I do not remember the organizations name or other details. I didn't ask because I am white. They were able to get his application and resume on top. And you really thought that I was infering that these places told me I am not hired because I'm white. I have seen evidence of this elswhere in my years. As I said the other day. The race problem runs both ways. I now consider this matter between us closed.
it is funny in places like florida, when it gets into the 70s or 60s people there will start wearing winter coats like its really cold where people up north figure that is nice t shirt weather
If you're putting on coats when it gets into the 70s and 60s then you live in a environment that's hotter than hell. Remind me to never go there in the summer.
@@jiveturkey9993 Yes it is hotter than hell in the summer in Florida. I used to sweat more driving to the gym in an unair conditioned car than actually at the gym.
Being from Wisconsin, one winter I worked at an RV park in Florida, and after there being snow on the ground when I left the previous job in the Chicago area, i got to Florida, and sat outside at my picnic table one afternoon when it was in the 50's, and I was very comfortable in a t-shirt. All the old ladies were horrified, as at 50 degrees, they were wearing mink coats, hats, and warm gloves..
Love your channel! Hope you never get tired of posting videos! I can identify with what you're saying regarding walking versus driving for really short distances. There's a nice little sandwich shop less than a quarter of a mile away from where I work. I have always walked there, but my coworkers get in their cars and drive to it. I never understood why they do that.
Reminds me of when I lived in San Francisco; I'd frequently park in Golden Gate Park and just take a 15 minute walk to wherever I was headed. Now that I'm back in the Midwest, it's a bit trickier to merely walk wherever; everything can be a mile apart, separated by highways, not sidewalks. Worth noting, 60 degrees is t-shirt weather. You'll get used to it eventually.
Most people understand that after the second world war a lot of Nazis left Germany and went to Brazil there's areas in Brazil that look like German Villages German housing maybe Hitler did go to Brazil
@@annathevideoviewer und Karl hat zu dem Satz später gesagt, dass sich jeder mal irren kann (interessanterweise als er Geld mit Trainerhosen machte, sicher Zufall)
I guess it depends where: in NC, TN, or below I've never seen drive-thru beer or convenience stores; in SW Ohio plenty of drive-thrus with everything exc. proof liquor + snacks (very convenient)... and don't forget Pony Kegs!
In the South, those liquor stores are Government owned, and here in Wisconsin, the government allows a certain amount of privately owned liquor stores, and they have to pay for a license, follow regulations, etc. The government doesn't even NEED to compete against them, nor would they have any reason to...
Hello Felicia! I really enjoyed this vlogs as I have enjoyed many of your vlogs. You speak English very well. I love how you enunciate your words and your diction and pitch are perfect! Since I was very young, I have been interested in Germany as a country and the many cultures that make up the country. I planned to come to visit Germany and spend some time there, as well as Austria, Sweden and Switzerland. So, your vlogs are helping me learn somethings about German culture. Also, I'm learning to speak and read in German (I don't expect to be fluent with reading and speaking German, but I do want to be able to communicate on an elementary basis with my spiritual German, brothers and sisters). Lastly, it's so important to me to let you know how much your vlogs are helping me. Please continue the good work you are doing, and yes, I would love to see a part 3 to this vlog!
You are so right about the fixation on race and ethnic identity in America amplifying differences rather then helping bring us together and soften the lines between us. The reason for it has good intent as identifying minority populations helps direct funding and resources as well as equalize political representation. Sadly it may also be helping drive us further apart and contributing to much of the current racial divide.
Legally speaking: If you have a German citizenship (by birth or official naturalization - which admittedly is going though a lot of red tape), you are German and it does not matter where you were born. Someone might still refer to your "migration background" or a form might require you to give your place of birth, but that has nothing to do with your legal state. Furthermore for these distinction your country of birth is relevant, not your ethnical origin, skin color or whatever. So you may be a "German with Ghanese migration background", but not an "African German" (a term which does not even exist).
I do miss the "hang around the table and enjoy each other's company" time when I lived in Germany. And even 19 years after moving back to the states I still find myself switching back and forth in how I count on my fingers.
I'm from Georgia where it's super hot and humid all the time. When I moved to Minnesota, the winter was extremely cold even for Minnesota, -40° fahrenheit. The first thing I did was go out in the deep snow in just gym shorts and a t-shirt and didn't feel the cold for a half an hour!
I grew up between Europe and America (but mostly Europe) my mom is Austrian and my dad is danish and i agree 100% with all of these... especially the race question (not just on forms but in general) people here seem defined by and obsessed with the color of their skin
Born in Germany, ever lived in village (more advanced than our öffis) and I don’t even want to do driving license. 1: way too expensive 2: I can walk lol 3: I wanna move anyway since I wanna do pilots licensd 4: Bad for everyone (climatic change) Yes, I know flying is also bad.. But its not just for one person
Feli, I'm glad I found your channel. Being of German ancestry and having been stationed over there (Zirndorf, outside of Nurnberg) in the late 70s, I'm always very curious to learn more about Germans and their culture. I also enjoy your videos very much and respect that you take on some sensitive topics. Keep up the good work!
Felicia, Thought for part III: How about the differences in how phone numbers are said/written? Or, envelopes are addressed for mailing? Those were among the differences I found when I lived in Austria after college! Also, how about how the "church tax" works in Germany? How about media? Like "regular" broadcast radio/TV, not thinking of cable or ASTRA? Danke!
@@FelifromGermany Speaking of letter writing, here in an interesting difference. A letter from you (through the post) to, say, a U.S or Canadian friend of yours might end with 'Love Felicia' but a letter to you from a German friend might *begin* with 'Lieber Feli'. Since I mentioned letter writing, do you have a Postfach?
@@FelifromGermany In different countries, people tend to group telephone numbers in different ways. For example, in many Spanish-speaking countries people will say their telephone number as a series of two-digit numbers. So if the number is something like 555-1234, the person would state this number like "Five, Fifty-five, Twelve, Thirty-four." I think John was asking if you noticed a big difference in the way Germans group or say telephone numbers vs the US.
These videos are great for people who might be visiting Germany. When I first went to Germany, all of us had to attend the “Headstart” program for like two weeks where we taught both the language and the culture. It was a good class; probably should have been longer, but in lieu of that, something like these videos are a good glimpse into the culture. Danke!
Another great video! I agree with the eating out here in the states. Usually the wait staff will start pressuring you to pay the check and leave if you are spending a lot of time hanging out. Probably heavily related to the tipping factor most staff expect here in the states.
Michael Sommers true, but during lunch when a restaurant isn’t packed, and the wait staff is gesturing and suggesting while your having a conversation is different. During rush hours I can agree with being respectful to the needs of the business.
What drives me nuts is some databases at work use the year first format and some used the month first format. Always fun when you "screw up" because you forgot which format is used in the database you are currently working in.
I personally prefer the German way of writing dates: day, month, and year, separated by periods. I also fly frequently on Lufthansa in Europe. The dates are always given as day, month, and year.
They're both bad in my opinion :D I feel like year month day would be the best way, so every single digit is ordered from most significant to least significant, that's how I name files and folders and so on, so they always get sorted correctly. And we do it that way with time anyways, so it would just be consistent
One of the first times I noticed the counting difference was with Dirk Nowitzki. He would hold up his thumb and 2 fingers after making a 3-point shot, and a lot of people didn't know what it meant. We even had articles explaining that it was counting, and not some other kind of sign.
The thing about writing in ALL CAPS is interresting - because American writer and researcher Miles Tinker wrote the book "Legibility of Print" back in 1963, in witch he concludes that text i ALL CAPS takes up about 30% more space, and takes 30% longer to read…
I went to school in Germany, but I’m American. I remember going to a Chinese restaurant in Bavaria and ordering like I used to in the states.... like, three or four dishes just for me and a friend, almost “buffet style”. So common in America, but the restaurant was always so confused when we did that.
I found the part about "Rasse" very interesting. Especially the emotions you described surrounding that word. It reminded me about stuff I learned when I used to live in California. The word "Raza" (Rrah-sah) is used by "Chicanos" (Chee-Kah-Nohz), Mexican Americans, to describe their race. However, the meaning of the word is deeper than that. It's a word that holds emotion and description. It indicates less about race and more about Gente (Hen-Teh), People. When saying Raza, you're referring to your people. You're referring to your family. You're referring to the respect surrounding the people you hold closest to you. In the Chicano culture Raza a positive word.
well in europea there is a general consensus in the population that a divide in "genetic races" is completely obsolete. also the word race in english but also in german rasse, is not a proper biological term. humans of differing skin colors did not evolve separately, but are a localisation and diversification of the core gene makeup, so everybody is of the same "race" (biological proper would be kind) called homo sapiens sapiens. there are different ethnicities around the world, but in the end all can procreate fertile offspring with each other and the basic genetic makeup is identical. the phaenotypical and genotypical differences like skin color common blood groups and eyeform are explainable via gene drift. (small differences from the local gene pool wich increase the further you go away from your starting point, based on the local gene pools and their diversity) so a divide in categories based on skin color etc is completely false and in fact, racist.
I'd be interested in seeing you go deeper into your American/German fashion. What's your style like? Do you feel a need to own more variety of clothes in one country over another? Do you wear scarves to help you stay warm?
I'm new to your channel but really enjoy your perspective. Very informative from a very pretty, down to earth young lady. I'm curious to know what the general perspective of America is to the average German citizen.
I absolutely LOVE watching your videos. So fascinating learning the differences in our cultures. Moreover, you have a great personality, smile, and positivity which is contagious!
@@aakla Yes, I'm sure. The "Eins, zwei, drei!" team was team Switzerland. Team East Germany were the ones who initially bullied the Jamaican team (which was made up for movie plot purposes; IRL, people welcomed team Jamaica with open arms).
I work outside, and though I am in a warmer climate (central Texas), it still gets cold around here. Typically we will see several days below freezing a year (7-10), and about half of those days will dip into the 20°'s (F). I went to work one day when the morning temperature was 16°F, and it never got above freezing. I showed up in shorts and a hoodie, and by 10AM, the hoodie was gone, and I was in a t-shirt.
I was born and raised in the USA and I totally agree with your perspectives on race/ethnicity and think it is rather odd how we view race here in the US and wish it were different. I don’t know if it is that the US is more racist, but it seems to be that here, because of our history, race is taught to be an important part of your identity, that is a big part of your life, rather than something that should be entirely societally irrelevant. I wish we did it the German way! Also in the beginning I thought u said getting “aroused” instead of “around.” I found that funny. Anyone else make this mistake?
Have you noticed that the drive-through ATMs are marked in Braille? The DRIVER-side ATMs, no less. I suppose it's just that they didn't feel like a whole project to remove the Braille ONLY on certain machines.
I was unaware that Germany didn't have drive-thru ATMs. You are very accurate about the dressing up part. I will avoid a jacket, if I can. I won't speak about the race check boxes. . . The speed of going to restaurants depends on a few things in America. Time of day, how many people are with you, and what region you are in. The number writing and counting I knew about from my German teacher in high school. I hope there is more like this video to come, because I truly enjoy them. Thank you for teaching me new things.
I live in Rochester in Upstate NY - third largest city in NY. Public transportation is very limited here; no subway, and train service to other cities can be provided only once per day, and the bus system is very limited - I can't take a bus to work. When I'm in New York City or Washington, D.C. (for example) I walk everywhere and use the subway system. The same when I'm in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. But no one walks here unless they don't have a car. To shop for clothing, hardware, appliances, etc. one has to travel on average of 6 miles I'd say. Most of the large grocery stores are in the surrounding towns - this is a metro area with a population of about one million. I've seen people that don't have a car take a taxi to the grocery store. So, if one walks down the street in the city there are not that many people around. Older teens (14 to 18) congregate in gangs here and there, drug addicts, and pan handlers. If one walks down the street one is very susceptible to being mugged if not very careful. A car becomes a safe haven even if one only has to drive a few blocks for something. I have a NY State license to Carry a Concealed Handgun and would have to think very hard before I'd walk around without a handgun - Rochester, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo are the three highest crime cities in NY. I don't remember ever seeing a bus in Niagara Falls. Also, we often travel 2 to 3 hours to hang out at places like Niagara Falls, Toronto, Canada, Watkins Glenn, etc. on the weekends. From my house in the city to one of the larger shopping Malls can be a 45 minute drive and it's still considered Rochester. So, yeah, we drive everywhere.
I grew up the same in Germany. I mostly grew up on base but also a little off base. We never ever thought about race growing up. We were just people. We lived in Germany from 72 to 96 and I never thought about racism. I never knew it exsisted. Numbers... I still put a comma after the third digit and put a cross through my 7.
The not feeling the cold thing is definitely a Midwestern thing lol. If you go down south or anywhere very warm out west they definitely feel the cold. I live in IL and if it's in the 60s its considered warm. Most people don't start really breaking out the heavy winter gear until it's below zero.
I have literally, in the winter, walked into my garage in my underwear, opened the garage door, drove to my mailbox at the end of my driveway, get my mail, drive back into the garage, close the garage door and go back into my home. It rarely gets below -5C where I live in the coldest of winter... I have also done this in the summer.
Scroll down for english version. Ich war gerade mit meiner Klasse zwei Wochen lang in Michigan und Chicago, es war kein Schüleraustausch, sondern eine Reise, die in unserer Schule für jede 6. Klasse auf dem Programm steht, was natürlich cool ist (ich komme aus Österreich, in Deutschland wäre das die 10. Klasse ;) ). Dort habe ich soo viele Unterschiede zwischen den verschiedenen Gewohnheiten und Kulturen kennengelernt und habe mich mit meiner Gastfamilie sehr viel darüber unterhalten. Das war für alle immer extrem interessant, erstaunlich und lustig. Jetzt deine Videos anzuschauen ruft so viele Erinnerungen an die tolle Zeit mit den vielen neuen Leuten herbei, dass ich den Trip am liebsten sofort nochmal machen würde. Allein wenn ich an den Abend denke, an dem meine Gastmutter eine riesige Kiste mit alten Dollarscheinen herbeischleppte und wir Euro und Dollar verglichen (meine 4 Gastgeschwister waren begeistert über die Rechnungen von österreichischen Bäckern und co, allein weil sie das €-Zeichen drauf hatten!)... Wie du einfach Deutschland und die USA auf den Punkt gebracht vergleichst, sprichst du mir aus der Seele und ich finde es sehr cool, das alles nochmal revue passieren zu lassen! (Vor allem jetzt in der Quarantäne ;)) Danke! And now for all Americans here: A month ago, I got the chance to visit Michigan and Chicago for two weeks with my class because that's part of our school's program for all 10th graders (which is amazing of course). I'm from Austria (not Australia, but a country right next to Germany) and in the US, I discovered for the first time how damn different our habits and cultures are! With my host family, I could discuss them for hours, which was always extremely interesting, surprising and funny for everyone. Watching your videos now brings back so many memories of the time when I met so many different people. It really makes me wanna go back to the US immediately. Only thinking about the evening my host mum showed me her huge box full of old dollar bills and we compared euros and dollars makes me nostalgic... (my four host siblings were amazed by the bills I got at austrian bakeries and so on, simply because they had the euro sign € on them!!) How you are comparing Germany and the US down to earth is exactly what I'm having on my mind now after my trip and I agree inevery single aspect you're talking about. It's exactly what I need right now in quarantine... thank you!!
6:04 You live in Cincinnati, which is a cold northern city. I live in Garland, Texas where the temperatures are much warmer. It is 52 ℉ at 8:55 am. People here wear sweat shirts, sweaters, and long pants until it warms up about mid April, when we dress the way you are describing with flip flops, and shorts, the way you are describing. During the summer it is usually 98 ℉ to 102 ℉. We dress for hot weather. I would definitely like to see a part 3. 👍
Town is 8 miles away. My closest family member is 17 miles and the others are 50, 500, 1200 & 1800 miles away. I will not be walking or riding my bike. I like to see the country so I drive instead of flying. When I worked & lived in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St Paul, MN). I was always oncall, thus I had some early days, long days or weekends and especially weekend nights. Busses really don't run as much during those times.
You would enjoy Portland, Oregon: bicycle ways everywhere, good public transportation with bicycle racks on the front of the streetcars, a food Mecca renowned for its restaurants and food carts, and unlimited trails to hike in the mountains and along the Pacific! My late German wife loved it here after our move from Chicago 15 years ago.
Hi Feli I wanted to comment on something you covered in a different video.Bread .......yes if you walk down the bread aisle 90% will be squishy bread as you call it...however I live in Chicago and there are still several polish bakeries that sell to smaller grocery chains that carry European products such as German and polish lunch meats sauerkraut red cabbage Etc.....and European style Bakery Goods and that's where you find the good rye bread withthe firmer crust and also what we call in America hard rolls.....so good bread is available you just have to know where to find it.
Proper writing in notebooks or write-ups for engineering IS in all capitals. Getting in this habit will make people confused but it is almost always understandable.
I'm German and I learned to count a little differently. So, I also start with the thumb. But at number 4 I switch to the American style 4 and then open the thumb again to do number 5. I'm not the only one counting like this.^^
Ethnic Check Boxes are a thing in the UK (they are generally optional) --- they claim it is for equality reasons. I was taught a Billion (10^12) had 12 Zeros, but these days the (10^9) 9 Zero version has been adopted :(
An interesting point to make about counting with your fingers. I'm American and used to count the way you descibe in the video. However, in American sign Langluage, you count 1-3 the way you do in Germany. The reason is because in ASL, you count on your fingers in a very particular way and what most Americans think of as 3 is actually 6 to anyone using ASL. I now count that way, partly out of habit and partly because it makes more sense to more people. Including me.
I live in a super bike friendly town in US. Bentonville Arkansas. Lots of RUclips videos on it. It's also headquarters of Walmart. You should come visit I think you would really like it.
Drive-Through ATM used to be a thing in my hometown in germany until only a few years back. Idk how commen they were or maybe are in other parts, but we used to have two of those...
Eating out vs Dining in. The restaurant business is a very big part in the American economy. Restaurants employ millions of people. And now with the COVID-19 outbreak, they are taking a huge hit and many may not survive.
I laugh a lot watching your videos because I’m a Cincinnatian and I never know if you’re describing America or just what it’s like here. I’m not walking anywhere......I’ll go around short Vine 6 times to get a parking spot. LOL
The thing about cold is funny, because in Italy (and especially my home region, Sicily) Germans are known for wearing short pants and lighter clothing in general when they visit in the cold months!
Yes, I think we all want to see part 3. I'd also like to hear how the government is structured in Germany compared to USA.
The one thing lots of people do incorrectly is compare US to an individual country.
The US would be more correctly compared with entities like the EU, where as a US state is better for direct comparison to individual countries.
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@@1DwtEaUn that's incorrect too, Germany has also 16 different states with a lot of different rules and laws. So comparing them is okay!!
@@1DwtEaUn and even if you have some different rules in the US states. You still speak the same language, have the same culture, history/heritage. Which obviously don't have in the EU.
She already made part three so can click her icon to see her other videos.
I would pay money to hear your voice more often. Calms me down in these troubled times.
Feli, I'm your 92nd thumbs up. While you're correct about month, day, year in the US, you might be interested to know that we use the European method of day, month, year in the military. Government employees often do the same. Many veterans still do that so we really have a mixture of the two styles. Really enjoyed these videos so please do a Part 3.
I work in IT (large Swiss Telco) and have learned to write dates as YYYY.MM.DD to avoid missunderstandings when dealing with people from outside europe.
Is it right that you also use our 24hour-time system in the military and not the am/pm system?
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 I have seen all three methods on US military forms. Years ago, you had to guess, but at least by the time I retired, they gave ou the initials as a hint I think yyyy mm dd shows computer programmers had a voice in desiging the form since it translates directly into the way the computer keeps track of time, as days since an arbitrary start date.
@@Krokostad Yes, that's correct.
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 That is also the norm (DIN 5008) for letters in Germany for I think two decades now. It is still not often used, unfortunately.
When a form asks for Race and gives me the option of "Other (specify)", I write down "Human".
I’m going to be doing that too from now on. XD
That’s unhelpful. When studying our healthcare it’s very important information, it’s easy for us all to do our part to help fellow humans and answer those questions as intended.
I refuse to answer. I think info is misused sometimes and am interested in how race could affect healthcare. And interestingly, I’ve never seen race on a medical form.
I completely agree about race. People are so scared about racism, that they become racist.
There’s a lot of stuff wrong. No one wants to talk about it they rather just victimize those who are being the problem. Not saying they all are.
That’s like saying someone is so concerned about avoiding foods that will cause an deadly allergic reaction, that they become an allergen. Racism is harmful to people of color. Asking that white people or other races don’t treat each other in ways that are harmful is not “racist” against those potentially harmful interactions.
We’re watching these videos in order to see ways that one culture acts that are perceived as rude/strange by another culture. As an american I had no understanding how Germans view things. Now that I know, I can act differently to make interacting with Germans better.
The same can be true for interactions between different races if you try to understand how something say or do might offend or harm them. You don’t have to take this personally or negatively. Just learn and try to do better next time.
If you think certain races/cultures don’t “deserve” that courtesy, then that says something about you as a person.
@@gloriaf4015 Your first paragraph works both ways. I have not gotten interviews for jobs because I am white while my "friends of color" did for the same position. Know this because they told me.
@@mikehushaw So if I understand Mike, in a climate where most applicants don't get responses even AFTER interviews, these multiple companies made a special effort to contact you directly to say they can't interview (not hire -- interview) you for multiple jobs because you're white.... Even though this is illegal and could open them up to devastating lawsuits. They just had to let you know personally.
And then you also coincidentally happened to have multiple "friends" of color who were also applying for the same jobs at these same multiple companies and they told you (I'm assuming because they too were directly told they were being called in for being not white) that they got the interview and/or jobs.
OH! and you reviewed all of their resumes, college transcripts, volunteer and extracurriculars and personal development courses AND sat in on all of their interviews at these companies to say with 100% certainty that you were the best qualified.
If I believed that, I would say that was indeed a tragic story, but more than likely you were a mediocre candidate at a job or two in a tough job market and just assumed you didn't get it because of an imaginary mandatory Affirmative Action quota you believe exists.
(Fun Fact: Affirmative Action is not mandatory and White women are a protected class and are the group that most frequently benefits from companies' individual decisions to diversify. I know this because of years of published research, not because my brother's nephew's third cousin said it feels like it's true.)
But, you're entitled to your wrong opinion. That's fine. Enjoy your day.
@@gloriaf4015 You could have saved yourself lot of time by rereading what I said
about what "my minority friend" told me. Since you think you have my in some bs, allow me to prove you ignorant. He is Hispanic. We graduated college together with the same degree. We live in the same area and as a result, applied for the same jobs. This is late 1980's. In a short few months he had gotten several interviews and landed a job quickly. Jobs in our field were not plentiful. When I saw him at the gym after some time, he told me he used a Hispanic organization similar to the NAACP to "help" him by contacting places he had applied at. I do not remember the organizations name or other details. I didn't ask because I am white. They were able to get his application and resume on top. And you really thought that I was infering that these places told me I am not hired because I'm white. I have seen evidence of this elswhere in my years. As I said the other day. The race problem runs both ways. I now consider this matter between us closed.
it is funny in places like florida, when it gets into the 70s or 60s people there will start wearing winter coats like its really cold where people up north figure that is nice t shirt weather
If you're putting on coats when it gets into the 70s and 60s then you live in a environment that's hotter than hell.
Remind me to never go there in the summer.
People who live in normally colder climates develop thicker skin, therefore they do not feel as cold as those who live in warmer climates.
@@jiveturkey9993 Yes it is hotter than hell in the summer in Florida. I used to sweat more driving to the gym in an unair conditioned car than actually at the gym.
Being from Wisconsin, one winter I worked at an RV park in Florida, and after there being snow on the ground when I left the previous job in the Chicago area, i got to Florida, and sat outside at my picnic table one afternoon when it was in the 50's, and I was very comfortable in a t-shirt. All the old ladies were horrified, as at 50 degrees, they were wearing mink coats, hats, and warm gloves..
@@firearmsstudent florida is like a sauna with gnats
I'm so glad I came across your channel. I really enjoy your smile, eyes, and your presentations.
Love your channel! Hope you never get tired of posting videos! I can identify with what you're saying regarding walking versus driving for really short distances. There's a nice little sandwich shop less than a quarter of a mile away from where I work. I have always walked there, but my coworkers get in their cars and drive to it. I never understood why they do that.
Reminds me of when I lived in San Francisco; I'd frequently park in Golden Gate Park and just take a 15 minute walk to wherever I was headed. Now that I'm back in the Midwest, it's a bit trickier to merely walk wherever; everything can be a mile apart, separated by highways, not sidewalks.
Worth noting, 60 degrees is t-shirt weather. You'll get used to it eventually.
Lol, that’s 15.5 °C. Way to cold for t-shirt in Europe 😂
When i see it, i think it's interesting how brazil is a 50/50 mix between america and german/europe in this issues
Most people understand that after the second world war a lot of Nazis left Germany and went to Brazil there's areas in Brazil that look like German Villages German housing maybe Hitler did go to Brazil
My dad always says if you wear sweatpants outside of the house you have lost control of your life
Suprise: I'm german
Das hat Dein Vater bestimmt von Karl Lagerfeld, der berühmt für den Satz war. ;-)
@@annathevideoviewer ja ich glaub auch😂
das hat unser Englischlehrer immer gesagt
@@annathevideoviewer und Karl hat zu dem Satz später gesagt, dass sich jeder mal irren kann (interessanterweise als er Geld mit Trainerhosen machte, sicher Zufall)
lol i agree i would think the person was an alco or druggo lol
Definitely do a part three
Agreed!
Three, Four & Five even!
Made already can click her icon to see other videos. It showed me part 3 then first one then part 2.
Throw up #3 We'll watch it. Your interesting to listen to & learn from. Plus it's that easy on the eyes thing. Big thumbs up.
In pharma research, which is international, we wrote dates as "15 Mar 2020" to avoid misunderstanding.
And if you use computers or filenames it is even bettern to use YY-MM-DD because of sorting.
In the south, Drive-Through Liquor stores exist as well.
You can get your margarita to go here...in the drive through.
We have those in Ohio
I guess it depends where: in NC, TN, or below I've never seen drive-thru beer or convenience stores; in SW Ohio plenty of drive-thrus with everything exc. proof liquor + snacks (very convenient)... and don't forget Pony Kegs!
@@jeffburtonnottheracecardriver Also, in NE Ohio as well.
In the South, those liquor stores are Government owned, and here in Wisconsin, the government allows a certain amount of privately owned liquor stores, and they have to pay for a license, follow regulations, etc.
The government doesn't even NEED to compete against them, nor would they have any reason to...
*_how did the designer Karl Lagerfeld say: "those who leave their house in gym trousers have lost the control over their lifes"_*
I dont know how this got on my reccomended videos but so glad for it! Great video
Hello Felicia! I really enjoyed this vlogs as I have enjoyed many of your vlogs. You speak English very well. I love how you enunciate your words and your diction and pitch are perfect!
Since I was very young, I have been interested in Germany as a country and the many cultures that make up the country. I planned to come to visit Germany and spend some time there, as well as Austria, Sweden and Switzerland. So, your vlogs are helping me learn somethings about German culture. Also, I'm learning to speak and read in German (I don't expect to be fluent with reading and speaking German, but I do want to be able to communicate on an elementary basis with my spiritual German, brothers and sisters).
Lastly, it's so important to me to let you know how much your vlogs are helping me. Please continue the good work you are doing, and yes, I would love to see a part 3 to this vlog!
You are so right about the fixation on race and ethnic identity in America amplifying differences rather then helping bring us together and soften the lines between us. The reason for it has good intent as identifying minority populations helps direct funding and resources as well as equalize political representation. Sadly it may also be helping drive us further apart and contributing to much of the current racial divide.
Legally speaking: If you have a German citizenship (by birth or official naturalization - which admittedly is going though a lot of red tape), you are German and it does not matter where you were born. Someone might still refer to your "migration background" or a form might require you to give your place of birth, but that has nothing to do with your legal state. Furthermore for these distinction your country of birth is relevant, not your ethnical origin, skin color or whatever. So you may be a "German with Ghanese migration background", but not an "African German" (a term which does not even exist).
Looking forward to Part 3. Stay safe. You are amazing.
I do miss the "hang around the table and enjoy each other's company" time when I lived in Germany.
And even 19 years after moving back to the states I still find myself switching back and forth in how I count on my fingers.
I'm from Georgia where it's super hot and humid all the time. When I moved to Minnesota, the winter was extremely cold even for Minnesota, -40° fahrenheit. The first thing I did was go out in the deep snow in just gym shorts and a t-shirt and didn't feel the cold for a half an hour!
I grew up between Europe and America (but mostly Europe) my mom is Austrian and my dad is danish and i agree 100% with all of these... especially the race question (not just on forms but in general) people here seem defined by and obsessed with the color of their skin
im 32, living in a german city.. never owned a car and havent driven one in about 3 years! No problem!
Born in Germany, ever lived in village (more advanced than our öffis) and I don’t even want to do driving license.
1: way too expensive
2: I can walk lol
3: I wanna move anyway since I wanna do pilots licensd
4: Bad for everyone (climatic change)
Yes, I know flying is also bad.. But its not just for one person
Feli, I'm glad I found your channel. Being of German ancestry and having been stationed over there (Zirndorf, outside of Nurnberg) in the late 70s, I'm always very curious to learn more about Germans and their culture. I also enjoy your videos very much and respect that you take on some sensitive topics. Keep up the good work!
Felicia, Thought for part III: How about the differences in how phone numbers are said/written? Or, envelopes are addressed for mailing? Those were among the differences I found when I lived in Austria after college! Also, how about how the "church tax" works in Germany? How about media? Like "regular" broadcast radio/TV, not thinking of cable or ASTRA? Danke!
What do you mean about the numbers? Isn't that what I did in part 1? Or what do you mean that they're said differently?
@@FelifromGermany Speaking of letter writing, here in an interesting difference. A letter from you (through the post) to, say, a U.S or Canadian friend of yours might end with 'Love Felicia' but a letter to you from a German friend might *begin* with 'Lieber Feli'.
Since I mentioned letter writing, do you have a Postfach?
@@FelifromGermany In different countries, people tend to group telephone numbers in different ways. For example, in many Spanish-speaking countries people will say their telephone number as a series of two-digit numbers. So if the number is something like 555-1234, the person would state this number like "Five, Fifty-five, Twelve, Thirty-four." I think John was asking if you noticed a big difference in the way Germans group or say telephone numbers vs the US.
Bring on Part 3! Love the information and how you present it!
These videos are great for people who might be visiting Germany. When I first went to Germany, all of us had to attend the “Headstart” program for like two weeks where we taught both the language and the culture. It was a good class; probably should have been longer, but in lieu of that, something like these videos are a good glimpse into the culture. Danke!
Another great video! I agree with the eating out here in the states. Usually the wait staff will start pressuring you to pay the check and leave if you are spending a lot of time hanging out. Probably heavily related to the tipping factor most staff expect here in the states.
The less time you spend in the restaurant, the more people can be served, and the more money made by the restaurant.
Michael Sommers true, but during lunch when a restaurant isn’t packed, and the wait staff is gesturing and suggesting while your having a conversation is different. During rush hours I can agree with being respectful to the needs of the business.
@@Trophykage I would guess that in those cases, the waiters' shifts are over, and they want you to leave so they can go home.
for dates, i prefer yyyy-mm-dd. file names sort better
So true! I'm German, but I also use the date this way when naming files! It orders so nicely :-D
This format is common in Asian countries, and is also the ISO standard. It is very useful!
much more logical this way.
I use that on the computer as well.
What drives me nuts is some databases at work use the year first format and some used the month first format. Always fun when you "screw up" because you forgot which format is used in the database you are currently working in.
I personally prefer the German way of writing dates: day, month, and year, separated by periods. I also fly frequently on Lufthansa in Europe. The dates are always given as day, month, and year.
They're both bad in my opinion :D I feel like year month day would be the best way, so every single digit is ordered from most significant to least significant, that's how I name files and folders and so on, so they always get sorted correctly. And we do it that way with time anyways, so it would just be consistent
One of the first times I noticed the counting difference was with Dirk Nowitzki. He would hold up his thumb and 2 fingers after making a 3-point shot, and a lot of people didn't know what it meant. We even had articles explaining that it was counting, and not some other kind of sign.
Your English is so much better than many Americans! I really enjoy listening to you!
Hi, Feli: another excellent video. I hope to hear from/about you for a long time to come. Maybe you're the sweetest, most charming person on RUclips?
The thing about writing in ALL CAPS is interresting - because American writer and researcher Miles Tinker wrote the book "Legibility of Print" back in 1963, in witch he concludes that text i ALL CAPS takes up about 30% more space, and takes 30% longer to read…
Thank you for these videos, Feli. They are always so educational and enlightening!
Wait till u visit Minnesota or Wisconsin. It's gets really cold it's common for us to wear summer clothes when it's 40 degrees out
I hear that is also common in the Dakotas.
I went to school in Germany, but I’m American. I remember going to a Chinese restaurant in Bavaria and ordering like I used to in the states.... like, three or four dishes just for me and a friend, almost “buffet style”. So common in America, but the restaurant was always so confused when we did that.
I found the part about "Rasse" very interesting. Especially the emotions you described surrounding that word. It reminded me about stuff I learned when I used to live in California. The word "Raza" (Rrah-sah) is used by "Chicanos" (Chee-Kah-Nohz), Mexican Americans, to describe their race. However, the meaning of the word is deeper than that. It's a word that holds emotion and description. It indicates less about race and more about Gente (Hen-Teh), People. When saying Raza, you're referring to your people. You're referring to your family. You're referring to the respect surrounding the people you hold closest to you. In the Chicano culture Raza a positive word.
well in europea there is a general consensus in the population that a divide in "genetic races" is completely obsolete.
also the word race in english but also in german rasse, is not a proper biological term. humans of differing skin colors did not evolve separately, but are a localisation and diversification of the core gene makeup, so everybody is of the same "race" (biological proper would be kind) called homo sapiens sapiens.
there are different ethnicities around the world, but in the end all can procreate fertile offspring with each other and the basic genetic makeup is identical.
the phaenotypical and genotypical differences like skin color common blood groups and eyeform are explainable via gene drift. (small differences from the local gene pool wich increase the further you go away from your starting point, based on the local gene pools and their diversity)
so a divide in categories based on skin color etc is completely false and in fact, racist.
Love your videos and your smile, would love a part 3. Would also like to learn the difference between u.s. and German education system
Love your videos! You are very media friendly! Your looks and voice are perfect for this medium.
I’d love to see a part three!
I'd be interested in seeing you go deeper into your American/German fashion. What's your style like? Do you feel a need to own more variety of clothes in one country over another? Do you wear scarves to help you stay warm?
I'm new to your channel but really enjoy your perspective. Very informative from a very pretty, down to earth young lady. I'm curious to know what the general perspective of America is to the average German citizen.
In Wisconsin when winter temps drop to minus degrees, 45 degrees is shorts and tee shirt weather!
I was meant to live in Germany. I totally start counting with my thumb.
I absolutely LOVE watching your videos. So fascinating learning the differences in our cultures. Moreover, you have a great personality, smile, and positivity which is contagious!
Part 3, please! I love these kind of videos!
On the dates, in the military we also do day month year, but the month is abbreviated, for example - 16 MAR 20.
Anyone else yell COOL RUNNINGS!" as she was counting?
No, because she's German, not Swiss. :-p
@@Ycekhold Are you sure they weren't German?
@@aakla Yes, I'm sure. The "Eins, zwei, drei!" team was team Switzerland. Team East Germany were the ones who initially bullied the Jamaican team (which was made up for movie plot purposes; IRL, people welcomed team Jamaica with open arms).
@@Ycekhold Boy this is awkward, *backs up slowly then takes off running*
@@aakla S'awright, we all make mistakes.
I work outside, and though I am in a warmer climate (central Texas), it still gets cold around here. Typically we will see several days below freezing a year (7-10), and about half of those days will dip into the 20°'s (F). I went to work one day when the morning temperature was 16°F, and it never got above freezing. I showed up in shorts and a hoodie, and by 10AM, the hoodie was gone, and I was in a t-shirt.
Usually the “race” question is for affirmative action. Or, as in case of a census, demographic purposes.
As well I’m pretty sure the US is much more ethnically diverse than Germany.
@@FaithlessLooter Germany USED to be more ethnically diverse.
@@ronjones-6977 What happened?
I LOVE Germany and the people there! I have been there 3 times so far. We want part 3! Wir möchten 3
Sure, Felicia, I would watch a part 3 of this video!
I used to see many people walking around in T-shirt and Jeans in the early spring in Denver, CO when it was sunny but like 40f/5c.
I was born and raised in the USA and I totally agree with your perspectives on race/ethnicity and think it is rather odd how we view race here in the US and wish it were different. I don’t know if it is that the US is more racist, but it seems to be that here, because of our history, race is taught to be an important part of your identity, that is a big part of your life, rather than something that should be entirely societally irrelevant. I wish we did it the German way!
Also in the beginning I thought u said getting “aroused” instead of “around.” I found that funny. Anyone else make this mistake?
I have a cold still, and it's possible that it sounded like that because my nose was stuffed up?
Have you noticed that the drive-through ATMs are marked in Braille? The DRIVER-side ATMs, no less. I suppose it's just that they didn't feel like a whole project to remove the Braille ONLY on certain machines.
Apparently we are supposed to be shut-ins for the next 8 weeks, so keep the videos coming!
That picture of the guy in shorts in the winter is at my University! So cool!
I went to school in NYC and I did walk everywhere, but as I have gotten older there is simply no way of walking to places.
Driving short distances actually makes sense over walking if you want to save time. Walking a mile and back will take 3-5x as long as driving.
$ before the numbers prevents checks from being altered.
What checks? I (Swiss) have never used a check outside of the US. Money transfers work different (not better, not worse, just different) here.
I never use a dollar sign when I write a check. Furthermore, the number must match the texts below.
I was unaware that Germany didn't have drive-thru ATMs. You are very accurate about the dressing up part. I will avoid a jacket, if I can. I won't speak about the race check boxes. . . The speed of going to restaurants depends on a few things in America. Time of day, how many people are with you, and what region you are in. The number writing and counting I knew about from my German teacher in high school. I hope there is more like this video to come, because I truly enjoy them. Thank you for teaching me new things.
I live in Rochester in Upstate NY - third largest city in NY. Public transportation is very limited here; no subway, and train service to other cities can be provided only once per day, and the bus system is very limited - I can't take a bus to work. When I'm in New York City or Washington, D.C. (for example) I walk everywhere and use the subway system. The same when I'm in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. But no one walks here unless they don't have a car. To shop for clothing, hardware, appliances, etc. one has to travel on average of 6 miles I'd say. Most of the large grocery stores are in the surrounding towns - this is a metro area with a population of about one million. I've seen people that don't have a car take a taxi to the grocery store. So, if one walks down the street in the city there are not that many people around. Older teens (14 to 18) congregate in gangs here and there, drug addicts, and pan handlers. If one walks down the street one is very susceptible to being mugged if not very careful. A car becomes a safe haven even if one only has to drive a few blocks for something. I have a NY State license to Carry a Concealed Handgun and would have to think very hard before I'd walk around without a handgun - Rochester, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo are the three highest crime cities in NY. I don't remember ever seeing a bus in Niagara Falls. Also, we often travel 2 to 3 hours to hang out at places like Niagara Falls, Toronto, Canada, Watkins Glenn, etc. on the weekends. From my house in the city to one of the larger shopping Malls can be a 45 minute drive and it's still considered Rochester. So, yeah, we drive everywhere.
I grew up the same in Germany. I mostly grew up on base but also a little off base. We never ever thought about race growing up. We were just people. We lived in Germany from 72 to 96 and I never thought about racism. I never knew it exsisted. Numbers... I still put a comma after the third digit and put a cross through my 7.
The not feeling the cold thing is definitely a Midwestern thing lol. If you go down south or anywhere very warm out west they definitely feel the cold. I live in IL and if it's in the 60s its considered warm. Most people don't start really breaking out the heavy winter gear until it's below zero.
Have you explored the differences between northern and southern culture on the east coast of USA? For example, in food, greetings, accents?
This is so interesting! I like this format a lot and would totally watch a follow up.
Bring on part 3 (regardless of what fingers you hold up).
Enjoyed Part 2. Yes please to Part 3. Enjoy your day!
Yes, part 3 please!
I have literally, in the winter, walked into my garage in my underwear, opened the garage door, drove to my mailbox at the end of my driveway, get my mail, drive back into the garage, close the garage door and go back into my home. It rarely gets below -5C where I live in the coldest of winter... I have also done this in the summer.
I'm American. I've gone to the market in pajamas with no jacket in zero degree (32 F) weather. But, I drove; didn't walk.
“Wer eine Jogginghose trägt, hat die Kontrolle über sein Leben verloren” - Karl Lagerfeld
Das ist nur seine Meinung und nur gültig für ihn!
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Ich war gerade mit meiner Klasse zwei Wochen lang in Michigan und Chicago, es war kein Schüleraustausch, sondern eine Reise, die in unserer Schule für jede 6. Klasse auf dem Programm steht, was natürlich cool ist (ich komme aus Österreich, in Deutschland wäre das die 10. Klasse ;) ). Dort habe ich soo viele Unterschiede zwischen den verschiedenen Gewohnheiten und Kulturen kennengelernt und habe mich mit meiner Gastfamilie sehr viel darüber unterhalten. Das war für alle immer extrem interessant, erstaunlich und lustig. Jetzt deine Videos anzuschauen ruft so viele Erinnerungen an die tolle Zeit mit den vielen neuen Leuten herbei, dass ich den Trip am liebsten sofort nochmal machen würde. Allein wenn ich an den Abend denke, an dem meine Gastmutter eine riesige Kiste mit alten Dollarscheinen herbeischleppte und wir Euro und Dollar verglichen (meine 4 Gastgeschwister waren begeistert über die Rechnungen von österreichischen Bäckern und co, allein weil sie das €-Zeichen drauf hatten!)...
Wie du einfach Deutschland und die USA auf den Punkt gebracht vergleichst, sprichst du mir aus der Seele und ich finde es sehr cool, das alles nochmal revue passieren zu lassen! (Vor allem jetzt in der Quarantäne ;)) Danke!
And now for all Americans here:
A month ago, I got the chance to visit Michigan and Chicago for two weeks with my class because that's part of our school's program for all 10th graders (which is amazing of course). I'm from Austria (not Australia, but a country right next to Germany) and in the US, I discovered for the first time how damn different our habits and cultures are! With my host family, I could discuss them for hours, which was always extremely interesting, surprising and funny for everyone. Watching your videos now brings back so many memories of the time when I met so many different people. It really makes me wanna go back to the US immediately. Only thinking about the evening my host mum showed me her huge box full of old dollar bills and we compared euros and dollars makes me nostalgic... (my four host siblings were amazed by the bills I got at austrian bakeries and so on, simply because they had the euro sign € on them!!)
How you are comparing Germany and the US down to earth is exactly what I'm having on my mind now after my trip and I agree inevery single aspect you're talking about. It's exactly what I need right now in quarantine... thank you!!
So if you are from Austria, did you grow up speaking Austrian? I'm referring to a dialect here.
Why does this women represent all of germany
Here where I live, we have drive-in-toilets. There's usually a big lineup always.
Yes definitely do a part 3!
6:04 You live in Cincinnati, which is a cold northern city. I live in Garland, Texas where the temperatures are much warmer. It is 52 ℉ at 8:55 am. People here wear sweat shirts, sweaters, and long pants until it warms up about mid April, when we dress the way you are describing with flip flops, and shorts, the way you are describing. During the summer it is usually 98 ℉ to 102 ℉. We dress for hot weather.
I would definitely like to see a part 3. 👍
Town is 8 miles away. My closest family member is 17 miles and the others are 50, 500, 1200 & 1800 miles away. I will not be walking or riding my bike. I like to see the country so I drive instead of flying. When I worked & lived in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St Paul, MN). I was always oncall, thus I had some early days, long days or weekends and especially weekend nights. Busses really don't run as much during those times.
You would enjoy Portland, Oregon: bicycle ways everywhere, good public transportation with bicycle racks on the front of the streetcars, a food Mecca renowned for its restaurants and food carts, and unlimited trails to hike in the mountains and along the Pacific! My late German wife loved it here after our move from Chicago 15 years ago.
Hi Feli I wanted to comment on something you covered in a different video.Bread .......yes if you walk down the bread aisle 90% will be squishy bread as you call it...however I live in Chicago and there are still several polish bakeries that sell to smaller grocery chains that carry European products such as German and polish lunch meats sauerkraut red cabbage Etc.....and European style Bakery Goods and that's where you find the good rye bread withthe firmer crust and also what we call in America hard rolls.....so good bread is available you just have to know where to find it.
Can do hundreds of things without leaving your car. Hence why us Americans are fat.
Speak for yourself.
drive through cocktails in Louisiana, drive through cemeteries, to visit loved ones!
Proper writing in notebooks or write-ups for engineering IS in all capitals. Getting in this habit will make people confused but it is almost always understandable.
Love your channel! Very interesting, been binge watching all day.
(See, straight to the point, just how Germans like it😋)
Part 3 and part 4 please! Great video as always.
I'm German and I learned to count a little differently. So, I also start with the thumb. But at number 4 I switch to the American style 4 and then open the thumb again to do number 5. I'm not the only one counting like this.^^
Shorts in cold weather? Come down to Texas, you'll see people wearing thick coats when it is 70F outside.
Part 3 go for it
Ethnic Check Boxes are a thing in the UK (they are generally optional) --- they claim it is for equality reasons.
I was taught a Billion (10^12) had 12 Zeros, but these days the (10^9) 9 Zero version has been adopted :(
This is fascinating. More please.
An interesting point to make about counting with your fingers. I'm American and used to count the way you descibe in the video. However, in American sign Langluage, you count 1-3 the way you do in Germany. The reason is because in ASL, you count on your fingers in a very particular way and what most Americans think of as 3 is actually 6 to anyone using ASL. I now count that way, partly out of habit and partly because it makes more sense to more people. Including me.
I live in a super bike friendly town in US. Bentonville Arkansas. Lots of RUclips videos on it. It's also headquarters of Walmart. You should come visit I think you would really like it.
Drive-Through ATM used to be a thing in my hometown in germany until only a few years back. Idk how commen they were or maybe are in other parts, but we used to have two of those...
Eating out vs Dining in. The restaurant business is a very big part in the American economy. Restaurants employ millions of people. And now with the COVID-19 outbreak, they are taking a huge hit and many may not survive.
I was surprised to see Panera Bread restaurants were now putting in drive-thru's.
I laugh a lot watching your videos because I’m a Cincinnatian and I never know if you’re describing America or just what it’s like here. I’m not walking anywhere......I’ll go around short Vine 6 times to get a parking spot. LOL
always fun and informative
The thing about cold is funny, because in Italy (and especially my home region, Sicily) Germans are known for wearing short pants and lighter clothing in general when they visit in the cold months!