They were rly trying not to offend, and maybe they just have less contact with the culture in the first place. The responses of the younger generation were much more nuanced, interesting, n also accurate.
Much kudos to the girl who said she couldn't really comment accurately as she'd never been. As an Irish person who has visited the US a lot, I laugh when I think back to my thoughts the night before I left on my first visit. I had bought a Berlitz travel guide to NYC and started to read it when I should have been packing. From thinking, 'Why am I going here tomorrow, I don't even like American's' before I read it, I graduated to 'Wow, this seems like an amazingly cool city, I can't wait to get there' after. I spent 3 months in the NY/NJ area hosted by the best relatives I could have wished for and with a student working visa that allowed me to work in NYC. I left with a much clearer understanding of the people and an abiding affection which has drawn me back over a dozen times over forty odd years.
Interesting as an American I have yet to go to the bigger cities such as new york. Where are you from in Ireland I would love to visit Ireland one day it’s definitely my top 5 places I want to see once I get established after school
I am Irish living in America for 40 years I loved the country and its people from the minute I landed in the US if you work hard and behave yourself you will carve out a nice living and make some very good friends.
Awesome video! So cool to see what people think and say about America. It’s a bummer that the US looks so nuts on the news all the time, 99% of places you go things are gonna be very chill and the people will be great haha
Yea I agree. Sometimes the people I interview say things that I don’t agree with, but I do my best to try keep my thoughts out of it. I want THEIR thoughts, not mine haha.
Fr Man as a person who has dozens of relatives in England it's the same. They watch the news and think America is some crazy shit hole. But when they come here to visit for few weeks they don't want to go back and freakin love it lol. I gotta say the America portrayed on TV and media isn't the real America majority of the time. The biggest thing my cousins loved was the hospitality and how nice American people are.
@@brownjatt21 I always tell my European friends that tv is very fake and dramatic even our “reality” shows are pretty much fake and edited. It’s all Hollywood. Same way Bollywood isn’t all real and over dramatic.
Nice people, straightforward and friendly. I have been to Ireland, and nearly everyone I met was fun, open, friendly and helpful. Beautiful country, great people -- I'd love to go back.
@@Fluffyolphert Unfortunately it's a reality many of us IA deal with. I've never quite understood it either really. But even if we're not seen in welcome lights by some we hold none the same Ill will. Blessed day to ya friend.
I’m from the States and my dad has visited Ireland quite a few times and it’s one of his top 5 places that he’d retire to. I’ve been to England, but I’ve always wanted to visit Ireland as well. My dad has said that the country is beautiful and the people there are very nice.
it's interesting having visited Ireland and meeting the most welcoming people. I think if you are respectful visiting Ireland and having an open mind the Irish will treat you with much respect. I loved Ireland so much they were so hospitable and made me feel like one of their own
Awesome video. Now I want to go to Ireland. Great people. And I loved when she said she didn't like our media. I agree. I don't like our news media either.
The southwest in America, particularly Utah and Arizona are gorgeous. Nothing beats a desert sunrise, if you visit come around October/November -- the weather is usually around 70s-low 80s before "winter" hits.
Fortunate to take a camping trip out west from East coast in mid 90's. In addition to Grand Canyon, Mesa & Gunnison in Co. Bryce Canyon in Utah was amazing
So what are winter temperatures 50s and 60s 😊 I live in NC we have pretty mild winter temperatures in the piedmont and near the coast but the higher mountain ridges over 4000 feet get a lot of snow and lows in the teens we haven't had snow where I live near Charlotte in two years
I am a foreigner that lives in the US. Nearly all Americans that I have met will say they are Irish, Italian, German etc.Very few say they are American first. They are several generations removed from their original ancestry.
the lady with black hair and gentleman with white hair...let's bring them here! they are adorable. I hope they come visit here one day and have the best visit ever.
They were really nice people! Very friendly and they told me all about their hometown and how I should go for a visit there. We chatted for at least 30 minutes, but obviously I had to edit a lot to keep the video shorter. But yea, solid people and thanks for watching Selena 🙋🏽♂️
Its very eye opening what other cultures think about my culture. Kinda makes me assess who I am and how I come off. Also, I take for granted how beautiful my country is and marvel about the Irish countryside and its natural beauty.
As an American, I'd LOVE to visit Ireland. Im not financially well off to even go on a vacation to my own state right now. In the past I've been to NY for 1 day and enjoyed it. Also been to the Bahamas when I was a teen. Id like to see James show the ones who've never seen America pics or videos of America, not just big cities that theyve heard of, like NYC or LA
I’m from Ireland and I’m shocked at how few of these folks have never been to the US. Almost everyone I know has been to the US at some point or for sure knows someone that lives there.
Americans are good company, provided the topic isn't politics. It's way too politically divisive there. But I find Americans to be really nice people and fun to hang out with. I lived in the US about 20 years ago so I've a fair degree of experience. I have some very good friends still to this day in the states and some good memories there.
I stayed in Belfast for a day a few years back. While going up to a rooftop bar the elevator operator was a teenager and he had a whole conversation with me but I couldn't understand a SINGLE word he said! Like I knew it was English but I simply could not understand him....I was so taken back by this that I just kinda nodded and said bye lmao.
While it doesn’t seem to be most Irish, and Ireland actually honors a right of return, I can’t help but wonder where the one girl thinks we came from. Last I checked (a few years back, but I doubt much has changed) it’s the second largest ancestry in the US. We may not have been born in the country, and that’s a fair point, but while we may not be Irish citizens, since Ireland has a right of return, many of us could be tomorrow.
I get what your saying…in many cases, it seems like many Irish want to distance themselves from Americans. That’s the impression I get…like they do not want to be associated in any way shape or form. But at the same time, I also hear so many Irish talk about how they have built a “empire” through other countries with the diaspora of Irish descended immigrants, so I don’t quite understand how it can be both. That girls opinion on not wanting to accept Americans as Irish is echoed quite frequently here in Ireland, I have heard many people state something similar. Editing this to say: the one aspect in which I think they may feel this way is due to the culture. Irish culture is quite unique in many ways to that of American culture, and so that may be a reason.
There's way more to being Irish then you ancestry, I consider somebody Irish if they grew up here , I have cousins over in america very long distance they call themselves Irish and how some day they want to come home , this is not there home they are Americans it pisses a lot of us off 😂 they couldn't be more different to us they're polar opposites, so ya it does piss a lot of Irish off when people who aren't Irish say they want to come "home" and call themselves Irish because they do not represent what we are like 😂 yeah a lot of Irish these days don't have much time for Americans because of the reason above and the crazy stuff going on out there I think a lot of Irish just find some of them ignorant and sometimes stupid
@@eirekelleher8366 I have Scottish ancestry and I'm very proud of my heritage. Does that make me a "plastic Scott"? I've seen Irish woman in many RUclips videos and I think they are absolutely smoking hot/drop dead gorgeous! Does saying that make me a crazy ignorant American in a Irish woman's eyes? I'm not attempting to sound like a smart ass American by asking such questions. I so want to talk and understand Irish people. If a life or death situation happened in front of me involving a Irish person I would gladly risk my life to save them. Saying that I can only speak for myself on how I feel.
@@themainediverschannel4495 My point is your American, does it make you a plastic Scot? No, just American,you might have Scottish ancestry yes but your an American, if you went around Scotland screaming that I'm sure eventually somebody will say harsh words and if they don't there probably being polite , I mean man no offense but everything you just said is why most Irish people are turned off Americans, you can call as many Irish woman "smoking hot" as long as you want, why would I care? And risk your life for an Irish person? Why would you do that? I wouldn't risk my life for an American? Let's be real about stuff instead of talking that crap, it's this kinda stuff is the turn off 😂 and bar that I think most people here consider a lot of Americans bat shit crazy so we they don't like when Americans go around saying they're Irish as if they are representing us or speaking for us in some way, they don't speak for us in any way , if you were from here you would understand trust me, I'd consider you Scottish if you were raised in Scotland, no offence man but 70 percent of Americans put a terrible label on the other 30 or so ,
@@themainediverschannel4495 Like all this sacrifice talk? What's that about ? Why would you sacrifice your life for a random Irish fella you don't know 😂 I wouldn't even do that it unless under certain circumstances 😂 this kinda fake talk
This was really cool to watch! To the girl who was wondering about forests, we have IMMENSE forests and natural wildlife and land in our country! So much of our land is still unoccupied and we have so many wild animals, plants, trees and nature. As an American, that's one of my favorite aspects of our country.
I'm an American moving to Dublin in like 5 weeks, this will be fun. part of me wants to play it up as the stereotypical American, but also I need to keep my job there...so tough decision ahead😂
Trust me, they will like you better if you exaggerate how American you are. The moment you try to seem 'international' is when they try to tear you down
Hey thanks man I appreciate that! I’m hoping to do a few more Irish related videos here soon so be on the lookout for that! And thanks for watching them 🙋🏽♂️
COME ON MAN oh thanks my fellow irishman dont forget that over HALF OF AMERICA was settled by the irish so your talking about your selves in a way here
I’ve definitely been trying to go for different age groups. Ideally I’d like to have a different age group for everyone, but that can be hard sometimes. Thanks for watching it tho 🙋🏽♂️
I am Americanof Irish decent, and I would dearly love to go to Ireland.I think the people there are wonderful.At least they seem to be.My ancestors lived near the Shannon river, and on the Aran islands.I also have relatives in N. Ireland.
I am American and I work with that one red headed girl in Spain. Little tourism tip, instead of Yellowstone, go to Jackson Hole, and instead of Route 66, drive the Big Sur
Thanks Aaron! I’ve been making videos for a long time. Sometimes people watch. Sometimes they don’t. Either way, I’m still ganna make videos with or without them! I appreciate you watchin!!
About the Americans thinking their Irish, even president Biden has claimed the same, giving it the old 'im of Irish decent' . Yet when I checked, it was from only one side of his family 3 generations before him. Given the guys nearly 80 that's a long time ago in history to claim Irish blood. He also completely ignores his linage on his fathers side which was English and something else, can't recall. You can't cherry pick who your ancestors are.
Biden's Wikipedia entry says his great -great-great grandfather was born I Sussex, England before emigrating to the US as a young man. He also has French ancestry. 10 out of 16 of his great-great grandparents were Irish however. So I think Joe's claim to be Irish (American) is pretty solid.
When most Americans say things like that, I think it's understood that our heritage comes from multiple places. And even Black Americans have European history. Also depending on where they're from all of us don't have English ancestors anyway. Certain states have a higher amount of Ulster Scots or Welsh and even German or French than English.
@@char08fal Most don't assume a mix heritage, if only one linage is mentioned . If someone says they're of Italian decent as an example why then would anyone think there must be other blood lines too? that doesn't even make sense. I didn't suggest everyone has an English linage, not sure how you got that take away from what I said. I was just stating Biden's background.
@@LittleMissPyeWacket I think generally people tend to say what they are the most of/most recent emigrated family members are, or what they have most of a connection with through family stories and traditions. At least here in the US, since everyone who isn't an indigenous American's family came from somewhere else sometimes many generations ago, "mixed" heritage is assumed, just like being "American" is already assumed, and why you might hear Americans say "I'm Irish and German" rather than "I'm a descendent of Irish and German people," since that's how Americans talk to one another. As for Joe Biden, he tries to paint a picture of relatability, being seen as coming from a middle class background is relatable to many working class Americans, and even more so when he throws in his Irish ancestry, as many Americans have Irish ancestors. Biden's father came from a wealthy background, so probably leans away from speaking about something which most Americans can't relate.
I enjoyed Ireland when I went. Definitely a very calming energy there and it was a nice break from the craziness of the states. And they season their food lol I loved it
There ARE a lot of people in the US of Irish descent. Remember the potato famine??? Remember when the Brits sent the hated Irish to the New World as slaves?? We are their descendants.
Where in Kerry did U study? I'm from NYC Metro area & my family is from Kerry. Sneem area to be exact. I was fortunate to visit them a few times & it is beautiful. Just a few of the places Killarney National Park & I've surprisingly had some of the best food in Kenmare in addition to other places. I was told this is so as when Irish economy had a severe downturn many went abroad to Australia, Italy, etc. & worked in kitchens. Best Italian food I've ever had was in Kenmare I should have went to school there😁
Yeah, We (🇺🇸’s with Irish ancestry) need to chill with the “I am Irish! I’m apart of (x) clan. blah blah blah…” Seen a lot of Irish annoyed by it, understandably so. It’s kinda dumb, borderline insulting. I get we see heritage a little differently over here. I know you’re excited, & can’t wait to share your history, but just relax. Plenty of actual Irish citizens have ancestry from elsewhere, but they’re Irish. You’re an American.
Yea I agree. Us Irish people get sick of hearing, “oh my great-great-great uncle was Irish! I’m Irish too!” Like, dude, chill. You ain’t Irish. I know you want to be us, but it just ain’t happening 🤫
@@JamesPrime1 oh damn, didn’t realize it was you. Wait, you’re Irish? I figured American or Canadian ? Damn, what do you know.. I get it, it’s stupid. To a lesser degree, I feel the same when ppl claim Texan after recently moving here. To be fair, 🇺🇸s mean no harm by it. Seems we place an emphasis on heritage others don’t. So (like many things) we can be a lil tone deaf. Shocker, but our bad…
I'm a 3rd generation Irish-American and I don't consider myself Irish. I think the only ones who could possibly claim it would be like 1st generation since that's kinda of a gray area. I feel most of the Irish don't like 5th 6th 7th generation Irish-Americans who probably have no living relatives in Ireland claiming to be Irish for opression olympics which I've seen a influx in the last like year or two.
Thanks for watching Shannon! It feels good making something again! Always fun to talk to people and get their thoughts. Looking forward to doing another soon 👍🏽
Oh but it is perfectly fine for an Irish person (European in general) to come to Texas, put on a cowboy hat and say “Y’all” with a big smile. I see it time and time again. Double standard? Also, I have a relative who lives in the US.
It’s all a matter of perspective at the end of the day!!! My biggest dream is to visit Ireland and not just Dublin but the country as a whole!!!! I would be considered the dude who thinks he Irish just cuz he has a red beard, probably grey by the time this gets read!!!
My da is from Belfast and most of my family still lives in Ireland, went to visit a few months after Brexit. Had a lovely time and enjoyed learning about the local history, gave me a lot to take home and research on my own. If you go visit Ireland just remember 2 things: 1. No politics 2. You're not Irish just b)c you have a drop of blood in you
This was funny 😆🤭 My Irish friend also said he thinks it's funny people in America think they're Irish 🤣 My Favorite Irish thing as an American is Irish Dancing the Gardiner Brothers❤
@That clone trooper in the back on the high ground what so your DNA makes you Irish ? What a load of crap he's American, I know people who are fully African blood and are more Irish because they were raised here 😂 a lot more to being Irish then your DNA , if your raised in america your American simple as
This is absolutely wild especially the first part. As a black professional that recently came back from Dublin. I spent about a week there, I will say I felt "stares" and an overall uncomfortable feeling the entire time I was there. I dont think the people are inherently racisit but I definitely felt as if I had to keep my guard up the entire time. The country as a whole felt unwelcoming but the part I hated the most were the blatant stares in public/restaurants/bars.
When Americans say they're Irish or part Irish, they mean they come from Irish ancestry. they're not saying they are Irish nationals. I don't get why that's so offensive. It's like an adopted kid seeking to understand their roots and identity.
Exactly. After hearing that, it's making me look differently on my Irish ancestry. Some were not very nice. But the older couple definitely make up for it. Such a lovely couple! I'll have to imagine I'm related to them instead. :)
@@ChiefOfMessenger If visiting Irish people told Americans their grandparents were born in America, most Americans would say, "Cool. What state were they from?" I still don't get it.
My mum’s family came from Germany to Britain in 1860 . It doesn’t make me German. It’s like Americans think no one other than them has ever moved to another country or continent. We’re all a mixture of different nationalities.
@@richardjames9091You have German ancestry, and also, congratulations your ancestors moved from one Germanic country to another 12 feet away. Try moving continents.
That seems like a pretty silly take. If you’ve done any traveling you would see how fortunate and blessed you have it compared to a lot of other places in the world. The USA is a great place and I am very thankful that I was born here. Absolutely love it. Yes there are many problems, but I am still thankful. 🇺🇸
Los Angeles and New York used to be the best places to visit, but the homelessness and lawlessness in these big cities have destroyed order and are dangerous and people are leaving these states. It’s a real shame...also our southern border is wide open and crime is rampant in some of the larger cities. I also want to say....I grew up poor in a tiny trailer house with my parents and sisters. My parents were very hard working and we had what we needed. My husband grew up poor too. We aren’t college educated but we were able to get opportunities at entry level jobs. Because we worked hard, we were able to learn skills to allow us to move up and we aren’t rich but we are upper middle class and quite comfortable (except the economy under this current leadership,we have lost some of our income and gas is really high). If you work hard, you can be successful in America. I would love to go to Ireland/Scotland/UK.
@@nothing563019 You sound like a judgmental liberal, who hates the very thought of being alone with yourself. I’m sorry for you, deceived by all the liberal liars....bless your heart.
@@philipmccarthy6175 how can you listen political broadcast from the Republican Party when they are all banned and cancelled by liberal big tech who only listen to their own points of view....mostly misinformation. This post you replied to was shadow banned
Irish accent is my all time favorite accent! Number one country I’ve always wanted to visit. American here btw. Also what do y’all think about derry girls? lol.
Americans are warm and very welcoming and always great to meet. Just wish their government were less hegemonic and militaristic. Europeans cannot comprehend the fixation with the right to bear arms even after so many mass shootings. In most European countries the idea of someone carrying a weapon is completely alien and most places are safe. .
People compared to the rest of the world are actually treated fairly well in America. Everyone here is born with the same rights. Otherwise people wouldn't be trying to immigrate here.
People are treated very well here in Europe too. European countries have very strong humanitarian rights too, and it is one of the most popular inward migration regions of the world.
Of course they do. Irish folk are well travelled. Just because they haven't been to the USA it doesn't mean they haven't been to plenty of places. I had been to over 40 countries (and many more since) in every continent before my first visit to the USA. In your neck of the woods I had been to Canada well before I ever visited the USA. They are more aware of the world than you might think.
@@patricialewis1464 Umm I have had to explain to plenty of Europeans about American geography. You might know where the country is and how did the country but to try and explain that I have to drive 8 to 9 hours just to see my dad and drive through 3 separate states is very different.
The Irish need to travel a little more; Alaska, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Vermont, Hawaii... all have amazing scenery, regional food, different economies and Ireland's area and population is comparable to a smaller state.
The biggest difference in opinions is between the older and younger people and i think that speaks volumes about how people hear about different countries today.
Probably have the tiniest trickle of Irish in their blood. Scottish, Welsh, Irish and English have a much stronger tie to each other than any American will have.
@@Yehnah677 Where do you think a majority of the US population came from? Scotland, Wales, England and Ireland. My family alone is 40% English 60% Irish and the last 20 is a mix of Scottish, French and German.
Young girl with braces say's we're "stuck up", then proceeds to say those of us with Irish ancestry think we're "related to everyone" there. So many Irish so rude to their diaspora. Kinda "stuck up" if you ask me.
The older couple were so sweet and thoughtful with their answers ❤️
And their accent is breathtaking.
I knew that👍@@ChiefOfMessenger
@@Improvement_Journeycry
They were rly trying not to offend, and maybe they just have less contact with the culture in the first place. The responses of the younger generation were much more nuanced, interesting, n also accurate.
I didnt understand them at all 😅
Much kudos to the girl who said she couldn't really comment accurately as she'd never been. As an Irish person who has visited the US a lot, I laugh when I think back to my thoughts the night before I left on my first visit. I had bought a Berlitz travel guide to NYC and started to read it when I should have been packing. From thinking, 'Why am I going here tomorrow, I don't even like American's' before I read it, I graduated to 'Wow, this seems like an amazingly cool city, I can't wait to get there' after.
I spent 3 months in the NY/NJ area hosted by the best relatives I could have wished for and with a student working visa that allowed me to work in NYC. I left with a much clearer understanding of the people and an abiding affection which has drawn me back over a dozen times over forty odd years.
Interesting as an American I have yet to go to the bigger cities such as new york. Where are you from in Ireland I would love to visit Ireland one day it’s definitely my top 5 places I want to see once I get established after school
Please share what you learned. ❤️
I am Irish living in America for 40 years I loved the country and its people from the minute I landed in the US if you work hard and behave yourself you will carve out a nice living and make some very good friends.
Awesome video! So cool to see what people think and say about America. It’s a bummer that the US looks so nuts on the news all the time, 99% of places you go things are gonna be very chill and the people will be great haha
Yea I agree. Sometimes the people I interview say things that I don’t agree with, but I do my best to try keep my thoughts out of it. I want THEIR thoughts, not mine haha.
@@JamesPrime1 which is very cool, hard to stay neutral as an interviewer!
Fr Man as a person who has dozens of relatives in England it's the same. They watch the news and think America is some crazy shit hole. But when they come here to visit for few weeks they don't want to go back and freakin love it lol. I gotta say the America portrayed on TV and media isn't the real America majority of the time. The biggest thing my cousins loved was the hospitality and how nice American people are.
We are like the crazy Roman empire haha
@@brownjatt21 I always tell my European friends that tv is very fake and dramatic even our “reality” shows are pretty much fake and edited. It’s all Hollywood. Same way Bollywood isn’t all real and over dramatic.
Let's keep it real, the curly haired women is beautiful inside and out.
Her and everyone who did it were really kind. Solid people 👍🏽
Absolutely
I have to say that I’ve yet to hear an Irish dialect that I didn’t like.
Are..Are.. beautiful..genius..
I would totally host the old couple and take them around the area and to a country concert. I mean it.
Me too!! They were so sweet!
@@leahdarski How do you kickstart a campaign of USA proportions?
I am an American and I want to go to Ireland and stay with the older couple 😍 They are so positive and kind.
Nice people, straightforward and friendly. I have been to Ireland, and nearly everyone I met was fun, open, friendly and helpful. Beautiful country, great people -- I'd love to go back.
I want to say to anyone that considers themselves Irish American... Fair Play To Ya. I love ya. Be Proud. Don't Bow. x
Same I'm Irish born and bred and love that so many Americans are proud of their Irish roots. I don't get why some Irish people have a problem with it
@@Fluffyolphert Unfortunately it's a reality many of us IA deal with. I've never quite understood it either really. But even if we're not seen in welcome lights by some we hold none the same Ill will. Blessed day to ya friend.
I really like their honesty and straightforwardness. Looking forward to part 2.
Such nice people! I’m glad they don’t hate us. Thanks for the vid!
I’m from the States and my dad has visited Ireland quite a few times and it’s one of his top 5 places that he’d retire to. I’ve been to England, but I’ve always wanted to visit Ireland as well. My dad has said that the country is beautiful and the people there are very nice.
it's interesting having visited Ireland and meeting the most welcoming people. I think if you are respectful visiting Ireland and having an open mind the Irish will treat you with much respect. I loved Ireland so much they were so hospitable and made me feel like one of their own
Awesome video. Now I want to go to Ireland. Great people. And I loved when she said she didn't like our media. I agree. I don't like our news media either.
Thanks Sherri, I’ve you ever get the chance to visit check out a small town called Galway!
I went a few years back and everything about it is so amazing. Definitely go if you get the chance!!
@@JamesPrime1 LOVEEEEEEED Galway
The southwest in America, particularly Utah and Arizona are gorgeous. Nothing beats a desert sunrise, if you visit come around October/November -- the weather is usually around 70s-low 80s before "winter" hits.
Fortunate to take a camping trip out west from East coast in mid 90's. In addition to Grand Canyon, Mesa & Gunnison in Co.
Bryce Canyon in Utah was amazing
So what are winter temperatures 50s and 60s 😊 I live in NC we have pretty mild winter temperatures in the piedmont and near the coast but the higher mountain ridges over 4000 feet get a lot of snow and lows in the teens we haven't had snow where I live near Charlotte in two years
Aw!! We love you, Ireland!! 🇮🇪🙏🏻☘️
We?
Id love to go to america
I am a foreigner that lives in the US. Nearly all Americans that I have met will say they are Irish, Italian, German etc.Very few say they are American first. They are several generations removed from their original ancestry.
That older couple seemed so nice
in america there's places you can buy a gun and in others it is illegal to scream in your house
The older couple were just adorable.
They were awesome! So glad they did it 👍🏽
You mean they were so ignorant of everything and not very critical, is that the type of people you like
the lady with black hair and gentleman with white hair...let's bring them here! they are adorable. I hope they come visit here one day and have the best visit ever.
They were really nice people! Very friendly and they told me all about their hometown and how I should go for a visit there. We chatted for at least 30 minutes, but obviously I had to edit a lot to keep the video shorter. But yea, solid people and thanks for watching Selena 🙋🏽♂️
Its very eye opening what other cultures think about my culture. Kinda makes me assess who I am and how I come off. Also, I take for granted how beautiful my country is and marvel about the Irish countryside and its natural beauty.
As an American, I'd LOVE to visit Ireland. Im not financially well off to even go on a vacation to my own state right now. In the past I've been to NY for 1 day and enjoyed it. Also been to the Bahamas when I was a teen. Id like to see James show the ones who've never seen America pics or videos of America, not just big cities that theyve heard of, like NYC or LA
"I'd stay away from the cities and go to the real nice landscape areas"
Smart
Note to self when I go visit: don't mention my Granny's red hair and freckles and our Irish ancestors from the 20th century. LOL. Loved this!
I’m from Ireland and I’m shocked at how few of these folks have never been to the US. Almost everyone I know has been to the US at some point or for sure knows someone that lives there.
Not everyone has your finances ,, some people can't afford it..have a healthy life.
Cause they’re from Dublin
Americans are good company, provided the topic isn't politics. It's way too politically divisive there. But I find Americans to be really nice people and fun to hang out with. I lived in the US about 20 years ago so I've a fair degree of experience. I have some very good friends still to this day in the states and some good memories there.
I stayed in Belfast for a day a few years back. While going up to a rooftop bar the elevator operator was a teenager and he had a whole conversation with me but I couldn't understand a SINGLE word he said! Like I knew it was English but I simply could not understand him....I was so taken back by this that I just kinda nodded and said bye lmao.
Hahaha I know EXACTLY what you’re talking about 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I think the Northern Irish accent is particularly thick for us to pick up on.
Hilarious!
While it doesn’t seem to be most Irish, and Ireland actually honors a right of return, I can’t help but wonder where the one girl thinks we came from. Last I checked (a few years back, but I doubt much has changed) it’s the second largest ancestry in the US.
We may not have been born in the country, and that’s a fair point, but while we may not be Irish citizens, since Ireland has a right of return, many of us could be tomorrow.
I get what your saying…in many cases, it seems like many Irish want to distance themselves from Americans. That’s the impression I get…like they do not want to be associated in any way shape or form. But at the same time, I also hear so many Irish talk about how they have built a “empire” through other countries with the diaspora of Irish descended immigrants, so I don’t quite understand how it can be both. That girls opinion on not wanting to accept Americans as Irish is echoed quite frequently here in Ireland, I have heard many people state something similar.
Editing this to say: the one aspect in which I think they may feel this way is due to the culture. Irish culture is quite unique in many ways to that of American culture, and so that may be a reason.
There's way more to being Irish then you ancestry, I consider somebody Irish if they grew up here , I have cousins over in america very long distance they call themselves Irish and how some day they want to come home , this is not there home they are Americans it pisses a lot of us off 😂 they couldn't be more different to us they're polar opposites, so ya it does piss a lot of Irish off when people who aren't Irish say they want to come "home" and call themselves Irish because they do not represent what we are like 😂 yeah a lot of Irish these days don't have much time for Americans because of the reason above and the crazy stuff going on out there I think a lot of Irish just find some of them ignorant and sometimes stupid
@@eirekelleher8366 I have Scottish ancestry and I'm very proud of my heritage. Does that make me a "plastic Scott"? I've seen Irish woman in many RUclips videos and I think they are absolutely smoking hot/drop dead gorgeous! Does saying that make me a crazy ignorant American in a Irish woman's eyes? I'm not attempting to sound like a smart ass American by asking such questions. I so want to talk and understand Irish people. If a life or death situation happened in front of me involving a Irish person I would gladly risk my life to save them. Saying that I can only speak for myself on how I feel.
@@themainediverschannel4495 My point is your American, does it make you a plastic Scot? No, just American,you might have Scottish ancestry yes but your an American, if you went around Scotland screaming that I'm sure eventually somebody will say harsh words and if they don't there probably being polite , I mean man no offense but everything you just said is why most Irish people are turned off Americans, you can call as many Irish woman "smoking hot" as long as you want, why would I care? And risk your life for an Irish person? Why would you do that? I wouldn't risk my life for an American? Let's be real about stuff instead of talking that crap, it's this kinda stuff is the turn off 😂 and bar that I think most people here consider a lot of Americans bat shit crazy so we they don't like when Americans go around saying they're Irish as if they are representing us or speaking for us in some way, they don't speak for us in any way , if you were from here you would understand trust me, I'd consider you Scottish if you were raised in Scotland, no offence man but 70 percent of Americans put a terrible label on the other 30 or so ,
@@themainediverschannel4495 Like all this sacrifice talk? What's that about ? Why would you sacrifice your life for a random Irish fella you don't know 😂 I wouldn't even do that it unless under certain circumstances 😂 this kinda fake talk
This was really cool to watch! To the girl who was wondering about forests, we have IMMENSE forests and natural wildlife and land in our country! So much of our land is still unoccupied and we have so many wild animals, plants, trees and nature. As an American, that's one of my favorite aspects of our country.
Thanks Lara, glad you liked it! 🙋🏽♂️
It's been nearly twenty years but Ireland was a beautiful country when I visited especially in the western part. I loved Galway.
Still is except dublin dublin is the silicon valley of Europe
@@Irish780 I'll be honest, I hated Dublin.
@@Cropsykills why
@@Cropsykills im from Dublin i agree to get a real Irish experiance dont go to dublin.
@Cropsykills I'm from Dublin and u think the opposite.
I'm Irish/Scotts/Cherokee from Oklahoma USA.
Will be visiting Ireland within 2 yrs. My Irish roots..The Isle of Man.
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Im irish/Czech/Germán/Britsh/Norweigan
I'm an American moving to Dublin in like 5 weeks, this will be fun. part of me wants to play it up as the stereotypical American, but also I need to keep my job there...so tough decision ahead😂
Trust me, they will like you better if you exaggerate how American you are. The moment you try to seem 'international' is when they try to tear you down
Dope! Always great to see a new video from you, dude. Appreciate all the work you put into these.
Hey thanks man I appreciate that! I’m hoping to do a few more Irish related videos here soon so be on the lookout for that! And thanks for watching them 🙋🏽♂️
Props to the channels.
Appreciate what you do
Thanks Kyle I appreciate that 🙋🏽♂️
COME ON MAN oh thanks my fellow irishman dont forget that over HALF OF AMERICA was settled by the irish so your talking about your selves in a way here
That redhead girl was *chef's kiss*
i like how different ages are interviewed
I’ve definitely been trying to go for different age groups. Ideally I’d like to have a different age group for everyone, but that can be hard sometimes. Thanks for watching it tho 🙋🏽♂️
I agree
That older couple are so sweet. Awesome that they like country music
I am Americanof Irish decent, and I would dearly love to go to Ireland.I think the people there are wonderful.At least they seem to be.My ancestors lived near the Shannon river, and on the Aran islands.I also have relatives in N. Ireland.
I am American and I work with that one red headed girl in Spain. Little tourism tip, instead of Yellowstone, go to Jackson Hole, and instead of Route 66, drive the Big Sur
Drive highway 1 you mean, not drive the big sir. Highway 1 passed through my city im very familiar with the whole route.
We dont care what the Irish think of us.
Super high quality videos man! Definitely think you're gonna blow up soon!
Thanks Aaron! I’ve been making videos for a long time. Sometimes people watch. Sometimes they don’t. Either way, I’m still ganna make videos with or without them! I appreciate you watchin!!
@@JamesPrime1 Well I'm glad the algorithm recommended you to me! Keep up the good work!
About the Americans thinking their Irish, even president Biden has claimed the same, giving it the old 'im of Irish decent' . Yet when I checked, it was from only one side of his family 3 generations before him. Given the guys nearly 80 that's a long time ago in history to claim Irish blood. He also completely ignores his linage on his fathers side which was English and something else, can't recall. You can't cherry pick who your ancestors are.
Biden's Wikipedia entry says his great -great-great grandfather was born I Sussex, England before emigrating to the US as a young man. He also has French ancestry. 10 out of 16 of his great-great grandparents were Irish however. So I think Joe's claim to be Irish (American) is pretty solid.
@@seandoherty925 I would say American with mix heritage is more accurate. You can't just ignore the French and English part.
When most Americans say things like that, I think it's understood that our heritage comes from multiple places. And even Black Americans have European history. Also depending on where they're from all of us don't have English ancestors anyway. Certain states have a higher amount of Ulster Scots or Welsh and even German or French than English.
@@char08fal Most don't assume a mix heritage, if only one linage is mentioned . If someone says they're of Italian decent as an example why then would anyone think there must be other blood lines too? that doesn't even make sense.
I didn't suggest everyone has an English linage, not sure how you got that take away from what I said. I was just stating Biden's background.
@@LittleMissPyeWacket I think generally people tend to say what they are the most of/most recent emigrated family members are, or what they have most of a connection with through family stories and traditions. At least here in the US, since everyone who isn't an indigenous American's family came from somewhere else sometimes many generations ago, "mixed" heritage is assumed, just like being "American" is already assumed, and why you might hear Americans say "I'm Irish and German" rather than "I'm a descendent of Irish and German people," since that's how Americans talk to one another. As for Joe Biden, he tries to paint a picture of relatability, being seen as coming from a middle class background is relatable to many working class Americans, and even more so when he throws in his Irish ancestry, as many Americans have Irish ancestors. Biden's father came from a wealthy background, so probably leans away from speaking about something which most Americans can't relate.
I enjoyed Ireland when I went. Definitely a very calming energy there and it was a nice break from the craziness of the states. And they season their food lol I loved it
By far, the friendliest people on the planet!
Maybe your family doesn't season food but that's not normal
There ARE a lot of people in the US of Irish descent. Remember the potato famine??? Remember when the Brits sent the hated Irish to the New World as slaves?? We are their descendants.
Studied in County Kerry. It was such a lovely place with warm, wel views people.
Where in Kerry did U study? I'm from NYC Metro area & my family is from Kerry. Sneem area to be exact. I was fortunate to visit them a few times & it is beautiful. Just a few of the places Killarney National Park & I've surprisingly had some of the best food in Kenmare in addition to other places. I was told this is so as when Irish economy had a severe downturn many went abroad to Australia, Italy, etc. & worked in kitchens. Best Italian food I've ever had was in Kenmare I should have went to school there😁
YEOOOO finna go viral again lol much love from dallas texas.
Hahah thanks for watching it Christian from Dallas Texas! 🙋🏽♂️
Happy birthday James!!!!
Hey thank you for remembering my birthday!!!
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Yeah, We (🇺🇸’s with Irish ancestry) need to chill with the “I am Irish! I’m apart of (x) clan. blah blah blah…” Seen a lot of Irish annoyed by it, understandably so. It’s kinda dumb, borderline insulting.
I get we see heritage a little differently over here. I know you’re excited, & can’t wait to share your history, but just relax. Plenty of actual Irish citizens have ancestry from elsewhere, but they’re Irish. You’re an American.
Yea I agree. Us Irish people get sick of hearing, “oh my great-great-great uncle was Irish! I’m Irish too!” Like, dude, chill. You ain’t Irish. I know you want to be us, but it just ain’t happening 🤫
@@JamesPrime1 oh damn, didn’t realize it was you. Wait, you’re Irish? I figured American or Canadian ? Damn, what do you know..
I get it, it’s stupid. To a lesser degree, I feel the same when ppl claim Texan after recently moving here. To be fair, 🇺🇸s mean no harm by it. Seems we place an emphasis on heritage others don’t. So (like many things) we can be a lil tone deaf. Shocker, but our bad…
@@JamesPrime1 most Americans with Irish blood was brought here through slave trade. Americans with Irish blood are proud of it.
@@JamesPrime1 Modern Irish culture and people are not interesting at all. Don't flatter yourself
I'm a 3rd generation Irish-American and I don't consider myself Irish. I think the only ones who could possibly claim it would be like 1st generation since that's kinda of a gray area. I feel most of the Irish don't like 5th 6th 7th generation Irish-Americans who probably have no living relatives in Ireland claiming to be Irish for opression olympics which I've seen a influx in the last like year or two.
It’s the honesty for me. I gotta visit now!
Really enjoyed this video! Thanks James
Glad you enjoyed it John, thanks for watching it!
Great video, good to see you back.
Thanks for watching Shannon! It feels good making something again! Always fun to talk to people and get their thoughts. Looking forward to doing another soon 👍🏽
Im American and I love their accent.
The guy with the yellow beanie seems like the wallflower at the party
Oh but it is perfectly fine for an Irish person (European in general) to come to Texas, put on a cowboy hat and say “Y’all” with a big smile. I see it time and time again. Double standard? Also, I have a relative who lives in the US.
If any of you come to America try some of the smaller states like Vermont. Just don't come to Vermont in the winter....it can be cold & snowy.
It’s all a matter of perspective at the end of the day!!! My biggest dream is to visit Ireland and not just Dublin but the country as a whole!!!! I would be considered the dude who thinks he Irish just cuz he has a red beard, probably grey by the time this gets read!!!
yeah, U rock James!
Hey thanks man!
My da is from Belfast and most of my family still lives in Ireland, went to visit a few months after Brexit. Had a lovely time and enjoyed learning about the local history, gave me a lot to take home and research on my own.
If you go visit Ireland just remember 2 things:
1. No politics
2. You're not Irish just b)c you have a drop of blood in you
Yes our California Southern California coastline is gorgeous!!!
the older couple now they have a good thick accent love it
"with that being said.... top of the mornin to ya" I feel like I've just been punched in the face after that 😂😂
the first thing that comes to my head about them is the names and there accent and the ''chads'' in ''high'' school
Spot on for the lady not liking media! If you visit, the USA is not like what you see on TV/ movies.
The older couple seems like the best people
The older couple are very Ulster!
Hehe. Ireland is in my top of countries to visit. I have Irish blood in me 😁 I can’t wait to visit
This was funny 😆🤭
My Irish friend also said he thinks it's funny people in America think they're Irish 🤣
My Favorite Irish thing as an American is Irish Dancing the Gardiner Brothers❤
We don’t think we’re Irish. We just have Irish ancestors.
Irish people are so rad, it makes me want to go to Ireland and move there to be with my people 😀 (half-Irish)
I think they mentioned that in the video 😆 as the American who "thinks their Irish"
Man your not Irish you weren't raised there 😂
@That clone trooper in the back on the high ground what so your DNA makes you Irish ? What a load of crap he's American, I know people who are fully African blood and are more Irish because they were raised here 😂 a lot more to being Irish then your DNA , if your raised in america your American simple as
@That clone trooper in the back on the high ground Dna doesn't mean anything, if your raised in a country that's the cultures your going to adopt ,
@That clone trooper in the back on the high ground perfectly calm kid just speaking the fact
U should do a video on what Americans think of America.
I gotcha covered 👍🏽
ruclips.net/video/zQs4TiP7btI/видео.html
That would be interesting. . .
Funny how they all talked about wanting to go to the worst cities in the country haha (L.A. , NYC)
This is absolutely wild especially the first part. As a black professional that recently came back from Dublin. I spent about a week there, I will say I felt "stares" and an overall uncomfortable feeling the entire time I was there. I dont think the people are inherently racisit but I definitely felt as if I had to keep my guard up the entire time. The country as a whole felt unwelcoming but the part I hated the most were the blatant stares in public/restaurants/bars.
Why does it bother them if someone is happy and proud to have Irish roots? Would you like it better if they were ashamed and embarrassed of it?
When Americans say they're Irish or part Irish, they mean they come from Irish ancestry. they're not saying they are Irish nationals. I don't get why that's so offensive. It's like an adopted kid seeking to understand their roots and identity.
Exactly. After hearing that, it's making me look differently on my Irish ancestry. Some were not very nice. But the older couple definitely make up for it. Such a lovely couple! I'll have to imagine I'm related to them instead. :)
@@ChiefOfMessenger If visiting Irish people told Americans their grandparents were born in America, most Americans would say, "Cool. What state were they from?" I still don't get it.
@@ChiefOfMessenger Didn't know that, but makes sense. I guess Americans are too conditioned to see the romanticized version.
My mum’s family came from Germany to Britain in 1860 . It doesn’t make me German. It’s like Americans think no one other than them has ever moved to another country or continent. We’re all a mixture of different nationalities.
@@richardjames9091You have German ancestry, and also, congratulations your ancestors moved from one Germanic country to another 12 feet away. Try moving continents.
Everytime I travel as a US citizen, I ask myself why would anyone want to travel to the US.
That seems like a pretty silly take. If you’ve done any traveling you would see how fortunate and blessed you have it compared to a lot of other places in the world. The USA is a great place and I am very thankful that I was born here. Absolutely love it. Yes there are many problems, but I am still thankful. 🇺🇸
Los Angeles and New York used to be the best places to visit, but the homelessness and lawlessness in these big cities have destroyed order and are dangerous and people are leaving these states. It’s a real shame...also our southern border is wide open and crime is rampant in some of the larger cities. I also want to say....I grew up poor in a tiny trailer house with my parents and sisters. My parents were very hard working and we had what we needed. My husband grew up poor too. We aren’t college educated but we were able to get opportunities at entry level jobs. Because we worked hard, we were able to learn skills to allow us to move up and we aren’t rich but we are upper middle class and quite comfortable (except the economy under this current leadership,we have lost some of our income and gas is really high). If you work hard, you can be successful in America. I would love to go to Ireland/Scotland/UK.
You sound like a fox news watching idiot that doesnt even own a passport
@@nothing563019 You sound like a judgmental liberal, who hates the very thought of being alone with yourself. I’m sorry for you, deceived by all the liberal liars....bless your heart.
Lol, you realize that they were more dangerous in the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s... You're just brainwashed
You sound like a political broadcast for the Republican party.
@@philipmccarthy6175 how can you listen political broadcast from the Republican Party when they are all banned and cancelled by liberal big tech who only listen to their own points of view....mostly misinformation. This post you replied to was shadow banned
Loved it!😂❤🍀
Fantastic interviews..🍺to you
Irish accent is my all time favorite accent! Number one country I’ve always wanted to visit. American here btw. Also what do y’all think about derry girls? lol.
The two young wans were the realest of the whole bunch. Even the stereotypical 'hippy' was a joke "shotgunning beers" haha. Would you ever piss off.
You're alive!
Haha yea. Just now getting back on the horse!
Oh i just loved them trying the mississippi accent..go south!!
Great show brother!
Great video like ALWAYS 🙌
Thanks man 🙋🏽♂️
Totally cool ‼️‼️😎 the bridge behind him, is a giant Celtic harp. What a great idea
Americans are warm and very welcoming and always great to meet. Just wish their government were less hegemonic and militaristic. Europeans cannot comprehend the fixation with the right to bear arms even after so many mass shootings. In most European countries the idea of someone carrying a weapon is completely alien and most places are safe. .
People compared to the rest of the world are actually treated fairly well in America. Everyone here is born with the same rights. Otherwise people wouldn't be trying to immigrate here.
People are treated very well here in Europe too. European countries have very strong humanitarian rights too, and it is one of the most popular inward migration regions of the world.
Unless you are gay or a person of colour.
That was fantastic!!
Thanks Derrick I appreciate that! 🙋🏽♂️
i don’t think these guys realize how BIG the US is!!
Of course they do. Irish folk are well travelled. Just because they haven't been to the USA it doesn't mean they haven't been to plenty of places. I had been to over 40 countries (and many more since) in every continent before my first visit to the USA. In your neck of the woods I had been to Canada well before I ever visited the USA. They are more aware of the world than you might think.
Unlike US Americans we learn world geography thoroughly
@@patricialewis1464 Umm I have had to explain to plenty of Europeans about American geography. You might know where the country is and how did the country but to try and explain that I have to drive 8 to 9 hours just to see my dad and drive through 3 separate states is very different.
11:08 that "i'm from mississippi" took me out!!!!!🤣🤣🤣
These videos are great do a part 2
Thanks Daniel! Still working on the second one. Need to find some more people but it’s coming together!
The Irish need to travel a little more; Alaska, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Vermont, Hawaii... all have amazing scenery, regional food, different economies and Ireland's area and population is comparable to a smaller state.
Primo content man, instant sub.
Thanks glad you enjoyed it!
The biggest difference in opinions is between the older and younger people and i think that speaks volumes about how people hear about different countries today.
To those two girls. We have 35 million Irish here.
They’re not really Irish though
Probably have the tiniest trickle of Irish in their blood. Scottish, Welsh, Irish and English have a much stronger tie to each other than any American will have.
@@Yehnah677You're cringe
@@Yehnah677 Where do you think a majority of the US population came from? Scotland, Wales, England and Ireland. My family alone is 40% English 60% Irish and the last 20 is a mix of Scottish, French and German.
Can't believe no one mentioned how loud they are and their super white trainers. Seriously, you hear them before you see them
Young girl with braces say's we're "stuck up", then proceeds to say those of us with Irish ancestry think we're "related to everyone" there. So many Irish so rude to their diaspora. Kinda "stuck up" if you ask me.
Red heads in Ireland are beautiful
I think it is funny that people from Ireland, England, and Scotland seem to mention Route 66. It must be beause of movies or something