Wow I am glad you appeared in my feed. A Palestinian Lebanese drag artist that talks about the intersection of pop culture and American imperialism - sign me up!
And now imagine him going to Lebanon or Palestine and be openly gay / drag artist - what would those locals do to him. He’ll be stoned just on the basis of how he decided to express himself
@@kevins3080just because violent homophobia exists somewhere it doesn't justify genocide against them and it especially doesn't justify the wholesale murder of children.
you'll love it here, one of my fav creators! :) and to the two racists in the comments, it's ironic you post this probably from countries where fascists attack queer spaces on the daily. don't act now as if people just like you don't spend their whole day with their panties in a bunch over drag queens in libraries. just because you don't know about queer life in Lebanon and Palestine, doesn't mean it doesn't exist.
I will say that the US military recruits young, poor US citizens, and people of color and they do it on purpose. Their recruitment offices are often in poor neighborhoods and they recruit right out of high school. They play recruitment commercials between cartoons and shows for teens! When we meet her family, it really makes sense why a young person like her joined the military. She was really poor plus her family has a military background. I remember the military used to recruit in the hallway of my high school, which is an inner city school with many students of color. They would visit our classrooms and make a presentation. During the presentation, I raised my hand and asked if the presenting soldiers had killed anyone (my teacher was PISSED at me😂!!!!) and they responded, "when you are on the battle field it's either you or them." I am glad I asked because students need to know that the "free tuition" comes at the high price of going to war! The military starts training you before you leave high school. You can fully enlist when you are 18 (you can't drink in this country until you are 21 and you can't rent a car until you are 25 in this country!). If you are a young person and want to expedite your US citizenship, join the military. If you feel like you can't afford college, join the military. If you are poor and have no where to go, join the military - you'll get a bed and three meals a day in basic training. Have no direction in life, join the military. Have a criminal record and can't get a job, join the military. The US military tricks, brainwashes, and traps you. They promise you a life time of benefits that may take you many years to receive. I had a classmate in college that got deployed mid semester and had to drop out. It is extremely complex issue and for her to have come this far and speak on her stance is actually pretty big. Ramses is actually not the greatest partner for other things he does in these episodes.... like his stance on wanting her to be on birth control so he doesn't have to use a condom shows he's not as socially aware as he thinks he is.
Still no excuse. Plenty of poor ppl don't class warfare for a health care package. What's worse... Being a poor drug dealer or an invader of another country and murdered people... My pot dealer never killed a child so I know who I'd rather have a beer with.@@dragtherapy
My mom called the school & said she didn’t allow strange older men to speak w her teen daughter. Principal had me sit in detention during the assemblies thereafter. It was 2002. Mom knew what was up. They were recruiting for the war in Afghanistan.
@@dollyhood6549 The way USA treats veterans should be enough to anyone feel shamed of the military, look at the homeless population and ask how much of them are veterans...it's insane, VA hospitals with no infrastructures, long waiting lists...the suicide rate alone is scary...that should be added to de propaganda too.
It's not complex at all. Poverty is a policy to keep a steady stream of obedient serfs for the oligarchs and cannon fodder for the war machine. She is promoting the war machine because she was paid to do so.
I really liked Ramses at first but he gave me a vibe like... I really hoped he wasn't just one of those liberal dudes who pretends to be a feminist and recites all the talking points bc it helps him get laid. The condom conversation made me go, "Yep there it is." Also as an American, you are 100% spot on with your comments about our military-worshipping culture. If we dare to say, hey maybe we should spend our money on our own infrastructure or helping our citizens instead of bombing other countries and funding genocide, people try to gaslight us and say we hate veterans or something. 🙄
💯 because at first eh was the one who brings the condoms up as a solution! And when she agrees he gets uncomfortable!! So he thought "yeah I can pretend that I'm ok with it...." Totally hypocritical
Yeah I can appreciate his politics but that condom stuff was disgusting and disrespectful. I am not a fan of Ramses and he is not truly against anti-patriarchal masculinity like he thinks he is
Ramses seemed too smug for me to want to side with him in that conversation, even though I share his politics. Also, you knew she was military.......and YOU chose her. It's completely fine to not share a life with someone involved with the military. But to choose them, and then shame her for that and use it to pull rank any time you want power in the relationship is not ok, and that was the vibe he was giving me
I think the military conversation, like he knew she was in the military, but hearing her say I don’t regret it, I will not ashamed if it, I am proud of my service, I would talk to my kids about it, etc.. all things she said in some episodes.. I think these are the things that had him pull away. I don’t think he knew how much she was still okay with the military, when she portrayed herself very much as moved away from that side of things. I understand the circumstances that put underprivileged people in the military believe me, I am from a Mexican family in an extremely impoverished area and tons of my family have gone and died in the military, but this doesn’t negate the harm of the military industrial complex and I am tired of these predatory practices being used as excuses or “nuance”. Put it in the context if today.. imagine an IDF soldier talking to a Palestinian and look them in the eye and saying they are not ashamed of, do not regret, and are proud if their service.. and that is because Israel has mandatory military, they truly do not have a choice. That is essentially Marissa, a us soldier, talking to Ramses, a man who came from Venezuela, and saying I am proud of this.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ADDRESSING THIS! I’ve seen countless reviews of this show but literally no one even mentioned this issue which is one of the BIGGEST things on this planet today! Love your channel, keep up the great work & FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸!! (& all the countries from imperialism)
My thots covered it with a rethorical question about why someone is but hurt about the military. She is Korean, so you would think she knows better... Whatever Linda had her husband explain Judaism only to todllersplain Zionism to him.
I was about to say the same thing. The drama is giving, but I need someone to break down what was really happening in between the lines of that conversation and LIB saw it themselves, that’s why they had us watch the entire conversation. And Ramses called it out when they sat down with her friends.
I felt Marissa was rambling trying to convince herself. When they showed Ramses talking about his concerns and even bringing up Palestine I was like finally they are showing it! In between watching Love Is Blind, I'm watching Big Brother UK btw there is a contestant called Khaled and he is Palestinian-Lebanese and he speaks about his experience in Lebanon. He is currently head of house at the Big Brother house. There is definitely a shift. These shows are showing these discussions.
@@myahr666 Speaking about on reality tv does what? Israel has moved on to Lebanon. People need to vote instead of relying on clout chasers and celebrities to virtue single on tv or social media to collect popularity points.
As a Brit with Palestinian heritage and relatives in Lebanon - Be so proud of your son for educating the world and humanising those subject to inhumanity and putting up a mirror to those behaviours that enable that inhumanity.
Whoa....someone commenting (in such an eloquent way) on the interconnectedness between pop culture and western imperialism. It's such a breath of fresh air. Thankyou Indie!
Omg yes! And I can’t wait for you to review love is blind Habibi too. Netflix actually censored the Palestinian on the show to the point that most non-Arabs like me didn’t even know he was Palestinian until Palestinians pointed it out. Such a mess!
Wow Indie. Talk about finding your niche! These videos get better and better and it sounds like it's a direct result of focusing on what's important to you. Appreciate you so much 🌞
I’m American. For the most part, a white guy as far as anyone can tell from the outside. I was never in the military but I know _every_ aspect of my comfort comes at the cost of someone the Military, that represents me around the world, brutalized so I could have that luxury. I watch TH-cam videos on a phone with a battery, some kid squatted thigh-deep in purple water in a lithium mine, sorting minerals for. I lay on a mattress made from latex foam harvested by an old man in Southeast Asia who can never afford to stop working. I eat chocolate brought to me because whole families of people have no choice but to pick cocoa they will never have a change to taste. People sneer about ‘white guilt’ but it’s not that. I live in Omelas but I can’t walk away. It’s Omelas in every direction. But, unlike the utopia of the LeGuin story, America doesn’t offer its own citizens peace either. I live in an apartment building with roaches and a shared bathroom because rent anywhere else is unaffordable. Cops tear tents down outside my window, reminding me what happens if I fall off the treadmill. I can’t afford to go to the next city much less escape the country. My ‘Freedom’ as a voter is between a criminal of every description and a full-throated genocide supporter. We’re ground between the knowledge that every nice thing in our lives comes from exploitation and death while also being strong-armed by that same engine to comply. Capitalism has created a horrifying machine and doesn’t even make the people who directly benefit from it secure or happy. WHY DOES ALL THIS EXIST IF IT INJURES EVERYONE AND MAKE NO ONE HAPPY!?! I just want to walk away from Omelas but there is no way out. It’s horror in every direction.
You said that better than I ever could. I love that short story and think about it all the time. Makes my stomach churn every time I think about it. As a Christian black American, I used to struggle with holding on to the truths of my love for Christ, America and black culture. I had to accept that my love for Christ will not allow me to be ok with everything America or black culture says or does all the time. It makes me a pariah amongst some people but oh well. I had to learn to be ok with that too.
@@DistortedV12 _’Those Who Walk Away From Omelas’_ is a famous short-story by Ursula K. Le Guin about a utopian society with a dark secret. It’s here on TH-cam. I recommend it.
@@DistortedV12 _’Those Who Walk Away From Omelas’_ is a famous short story by Ursula K. Le Guin about a utopia with a dark secret. You can find it here on TH-cam. I recommend it!
omg "just reciting what’s fashionable in identity politics but not having real empathy…" chiiillld, you hit the nail on the head. i hear ppl talk like that A LOT in DC and it’s becoming increasingly grating bc it’s so superficial but but they swear they "ate" when they talk like that.
I found your channel for your political documentaries, thought you were amazing with your commentary and even as much as I had read on my own on the conflict, you still gave me new perspectives and info I had no clue of. But I watched your own content, as in your love is blind stuff, in my personal life I was dealing with dating issues. I didn't really know why I was struggling so much with myself. You opened my eyes to how much my past really affected me, and how horrible my self-confidence really was. I know the problem is there now and somewhat a start to fixing it. Never thought I'd find the answer through a youtube drag artist. Your content all around is amazing, thanks for you work, you deserve so much for your coverage
I am so tired of hearing how "complicated", how "nuanced", how "confusing" this situation is. What about the children in pain without tylenol that Israel blocks from being delivered to them? Every second is like hours of torture for these babies. They don't have the time to ponder and pontificate. I just don't understand how we got here.
We know how we got here, and it's complicated. But we can go back to when all the Middle Eastern countries decided to kick out all the Jews, especially Iran where most are from, forcing them to settle in Israel. For the next several decades, as Israel modernized, they faced attacks from mostly Muslim countries. Now Israel is airing out all of its grievances and people like you are don't understand how we got here. Is what Israel doing right? Absolutely not, but let's not pull "what about the babies" while ignoring how we go here 70 years later.
Analyzing the Arabic Love is Blind sounds marvelous! Thank you for your excellent work connecting the hard topic of war and art and culture. Quite a feat. And necessary. Merci
I am a practising Muslim and I have absolutely loved you from the first time I watched your video. I just love you and how beautiful your soul is and how deep your thoughts are. I drop everything the moment I see that you have dropped a video ❤
I understand what she is saying as a black person who first hand saw other students fall into the predatory "go to the military poor kid" treatment in highschool (and even in elementary and middle school in some places). It's very predatory and many people sign up just so they have income. However, she seems confused with her own feelings, as she says she supports the troops (meaning people like her who felt like the military was a valid option for income), but she also defends the current existence of the military force. Those aren't the same, but it's like she feels pressured to defend both for some reason. Many people who support human rights understand that the military preys on vulnerable communities, and obviously won't be angry at anyone for joining die to them being in a vulnerable position (and they have been fed propaganda their whole lives). But that doesn't mean you have to support the literally military organization. You can acknowledge that you joined the military out of a combination of valid reasons and you benefitted financially from it, but you regret it at the end of the day because you hurt people, and you don't wish anyone else to support the military and it's actions. But she is acting like that's impossible. She did choose to join and she did benefit from that choice. She can also regret it. But it's like she won't let herself regret it. I'm a university student who joined to become a social worker and to not repeat mistakes that my family made, and to just create financial stability while doing something I enjoy. But I also regret being a university student because my school is literally funded by people who support murder. My school literally undermines the issues that are beign faced by students of color, specifically Middle Eastern students or literally anyone with ties to the mass murders happening. I regret it everyday, but I made the choice for my own reasons. I'm not gonna defend the university or anything, and I'm not going to act like I'm not contributing by going to the school. But I also understand that there are students like me who feel like they have to, and that's not exactly our fault either. Both can exist if she lets it.
I’m American, yeah there is some degree of pressure in a way to venerate the troops if that makes sense? Like doing a “thank you for your service” at sporting events where I have seen a majority of people give a standing ovation to the service member(s). And it does feel like if you don’t thank them for their service, you’re seen as rude. (I personally think it comes across as condescending if it was not an actual battle that the person did, like they were in some sort of administrative position. It comes across like the person is brave for directing a plane or doing paperwork)
Ahhh I figured out the problem… because I remembered I had gone to your channel and searched for new content several times in the last few months… Turns out I’m just stupid and you have to really scroll or filter to see videos in chronological order, not just sorted by popularity… 🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️ I think I have officially broken my TH-cam algorithm because they’re crazy if they didn’t recommend all your videos to me immediately!
I just get the vibe that Marissa doesn't really know what her own convictions or morals are. The way she says "cis hetEro" as if it's something she's never said before lol. I just get the vibe that she is repeating progressive points but doesn't actually understand them on a deep, meaningful level. I hope she does more introspection to find herself bc I'm sure the cognitive dissonance is strong.
She’s trying to be respectful in an ever changing world just because someone isn’t keeping up with you on your speed doesn’t mean anything. It probably is the first time she’s said it out loud but hey one time it was your first time saying it too
As an African American, it’s so strange to be in a country that never actually wanted you but to still want to be part of the country you helped build. And honestly, inheriting a lot of the exceptionalism qualities that ppl from other countries notice. I believe majority in my community live in a state of cognitive dissonance.
It’s not cognitive dissonance x it’s a complicated relationship. Trying to balance all those emotions and economic pressure all while yes having pride. We literally affirmed civil rights for every single person in this country through our movements. Throwing a overused label is just an easy cop out
I want to know why they’re so proud of serving… especially Marissa who seems to know what the military actually is. Like you should be deeply ashamed and dedicate your life to undoing the harm you caused??
I knew this season was going to speak to you when I heard Marrissa and Ramses conversation about Military !! So I’m so glad you talk about it I really love of all the work you put in, truly. AND OF COURSE do a video about Love is blind, habibi !!! I’ll be very interested to hear more about your personal experiences and your perspective/opinions about the show.
Marissa is also an ex-Mormon with a seemingly traumatic childhood so she has a lot of things needing to be reconstructed in a stressful environment. I empathize with her having to do this on camera, but her take was pure cope.
As usual, I looooooooove your content. It's so refreshing to see on TH-cam. Wish I was in Amsterdam so I could support your show! This video was too good. Thank you for the work you're doing for Gaza and Lebanon.
So much respect for Ramses, I was cheering for him while watching the episode, and I am surprised Netflix kept this conversation on the show. But part of me thinks they kept it because now he’s getting so much heat by zi****ts. And mind you this is happening in the same season they’re promoted the military
You are AMAZING, I could listen to you analyze anything for hours. I know someone in the military who isn’t white and I feel like I have a better understanding now of why they are the way they are. I hope you get everything you want in life and more! everyone should listen to this, such important work you’re doing🙏🙏🙏
I am living for, and support your 🇵🇸 necklace, your 🇵🇸 Sticker on the oven in the back, and the 🇵🇸 map on your cupboard in the back. Deep in my soul, I know that 🇵🇸 shall rise from the ashes - your people shall taste Freedom one day - and it'll be a beautiful, beautiful day! Ameen Ya Rabb ul Alameen 🇵🇸 🇱🇧 ❤
There are a lot of layers to the Marissa and Ramses story. "It's not over" because Marissa is still aligned with and a beneficiary of her service if nothing else. As a veteran, she is eligible for healthcare and her law school tuition is probably gratis of her service. Then on a personal level, as she mentioned she has been aligned with the military since she was a toddler and her friends are mostly veterans, as well. I don't think that is about delusion -- it is very true of her experienced. It's easy to think of this that way when you have been able to keep your hands clean -- then there is no conflict. Anyway, bigger than her personal enmeshment there is a reason why so many of the contestants are veterans -- Marissa eludes to it when she talks about her story. She mentioned how her mother encourages her to enlist as her best option. The reality is that outside of any romanticization, military service is the biggest conduit to opportunities in the country - there are so many benefits to being a service member - housing, education, traiing, travel, waived taxes, advantages in hiring, healthcare even boarding the plane first. And these are major benefits for Americans from states and areas which are depressed with big BIPOC communities. I often think about a country in which there were many other accessilble options. It's systemic like everything else and bigger than personal choices -- there is a definite pipeline to service and for many people, rationally, it's their best option to have things in life. There are so many areas in the country where pretty much everyone serves. That's not about personal choice so much as it is about systems, which I think is important to consider. Your focus is personal morality and I get it yet I think systems tend to be more puissant.
im native american so im not much of an outsider as my familys been here generations before white folks got here but i think its absolutely wild how well the american propaganda works on POC like?? isnt that crazy that deep down Marissa KNOWS THAT SHES HELPING COMMIT GENOCIDE BUT STILL selfishly wanting her achievements and other people's achievements to be like validated by the nation... and like talking with other soliders, they act like talking about manning ships and tanks is like some kind of nonchalant thing over dinner. like american propaganda really pushes ANY kind of person to remove their empathy and choose this facade of comfort AKA MONEY. like even my own tribe has people in the military and at this point its only to escape poverty but idk i personally believe its a cultural genocide that we end up falling for the sake of said comfort. if our ancestors knew that people were willingly removing their empathy and integrity and strong will to do the right thing all for some kind of nationalistic validation??? i feel like theyre already rolling and have been since the beginning of this country. lol
When I watch your content I feel like I'm hanging with an old friend who's work-shopping their new show for friends and fam. Your messages have a warmth that is indicative of your ability to address such hard and tragic issues while simultaneously coming from a place of love and understanding. Thank you for your art. I greatly appreciate it.
My goodness this is such a great review of this conversation between Marissa and Ramses. I was so deeply unsettled watching that episode for the first time. Grateful they are allowing us to witness such a tough conversation but DAMN! I do wonder if this will be the deciding factor in their marriage because it's such a strong moral difference. Ramses has to really decide if this is a deal breaker for him or not. And Marissa as well. I don't think I could do it. But again, your breakdown was incredible! Thank you for this ❤
I'm so happy you posted this! And yes, please, do one about LIB Habibi! I'm really curious about your opinion, especially about the men and how they see the women's role in their family. It was really interesting and I'd love to know more from your perspective, especially since you group up in Dubai!
This whole video gave me life! It’s so affirming to hear you discuss pop culture and the connection to the US military complex and American brainwashing. This video energized me! I love your channel!
Love Is Blind has so many issues to address, and I am so grateful that you chose to put a spotlight on this one. Lowkey impressed that Netflix allowed this into their edits, but very impressed that you shared your perspective and analysis of it too!
I love how you deconstructed this!!! I love how human everything feels in the way you explain it, in this video but in general. I think it's something we often forget when talking about these things. Yeah it's big and scary but we're still all human and the wrong we make are so human.
I have complicated feelings about the military, Ukraine/Russia, Palestine/Israel and American Imperialism in general. I will say that its interesting that none of the comments have brought up how the military exploits Americans too. There's a reason why most recruitment centers are in rural and urban areas, never the suburbs. They intentionally go after poor kids who don't have much in the way of options. Do you ever see wealthy kids going into the military? Hardly ever. If you do, they go into officer schools and end up President (looking at you George Bush Jr). When they come back from dealing death in other countries, the traumatized vets end up screwed by their government too. Not for nothing, a lot of homeless people are vets. I'm not wowed by America. Probably because I'm black 😆 I see her for her works. I just want to level set this convo so people don't walk away thinking American vets have it so easy.
Thanks for recapping this! I really love hearing about your perspective especially what is currently going on in the world stage and Palestine. You're unique and authentic and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and passion ❤
I’m so sorry for the atrocities that are happening to your people habibi. We should all be ashamed for allowing this to go on. Lot’s of love from Egypt. I hope your family is safe…
Here’s me trying to think of every lovely single person I know that I could hope could be your person… You’re amazing. Love how cleverly you were able to address the mess of US politics and brainwashing from a reality show. Definitely do the Habib analysis.
Would love to see your take on the Habibi Love is blind. Also, the last few moments with Nick and Hannah had me laughing that couple has been one for the books. 😂
@@sarahfara1539 I just started watching it. I'm only on episode 1 and I agree it is quite intimidating. When one gentleman told her that he did not like the fact that she danced, I was taken aback. And I'm scared that that's who she's going to pick.
@@sagqueen1984 yes that dude is scary af. but also most of the others are super controlling, this "charming" Chatif guy also gets worse. I'm on episode 5 now, they all throw fits etc... only two guys so far haven't been aggressive but I'm sure more is coming :/
@@sarahfara1539 I could tell something was off at how the women didn't seem to bothered by some of the things they would say. Chatif seems like a playboy. I wonder whose heart he is going to break because it seemed like multiple women were connecting with him.
You’re always spot on!!! I can’t even wait to finish the video and I have to comment! But I’m not sorry because it helps with engagement. People are waking up we just have to be more brave THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Totally understand. I can't get myself away from the desktop computer even to keep my coffee warm. Speaking of the military, my racist uncle told me proudly he knew one of the pilots who dropped the a-bomb on Japan.
I’m just glad our young people are starting to realize what our military has done in the past and the damage that we have caused to other countries. Also the lack of VA resources/ mental health they receive and all the SA going on. That’s why our military recruitment is declining by the year. Thank you Nile for opening to us and sharing your thoughts & opinions. Pls if you can, review the LIB Habibi. ❤
in a weird way i find your videos really comforting to me, its like an unearthing of the realities that i relate to...also i came here to procrastinate on an essay (about palestine) and left with inspiration, i was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly appreciate that you made this video about militarization and palestine
Stellar episode! I'm glad that the Love is Blind people were at least willing to talk about the horrors of the military un-aliving people and US Imperialism. We need to have more of these discussions in this country. 👏🏼👏🏼
As someone wanting to expand my education and awareness of things going on in the world, I’m always excited to hear your thoughts. Please keep it up and continue to make content you are passionate about. In truth, you could read a phone book and I’d tune in but your humor and thoughtful takes are everything
Thank you so much for addressing such an important topic ❤️ would absolutely LOVE to hear your take on the LIB Habibi series debut whenever you have capacity to review it!
Oh she is not a serious person if Barbie taught her about the patriarchy! Love finding more Lebanese on here! Im Sam, I`m Syrian-Lebanese American, nice to meet you ❤
Maybe it's because I am a foreigner,but I have zero understanding for people like Marissa,she doesn't seem capable of feeling genuine remorse about anything...
I wish that guy told the girl vet “look, I know you’ve had real and true experiences in the military (like making lifelong friends or having near death experiences, or having your identity forcefully pounded out of you)… but your doubts and wrestling now are also a true experience”. It’s hard to hold those things together. It sounds honestly like she wants to be able to leave the military and the imperialist mindset behind but she doesn’t want to invalidate all the experiences she’s had and I wish someone could tell her that you can take any good that you’ve learned and leave the bad if you chose to. I’m super anti imperialism, but the reason I’d approach it is because I used to lead therapy groups and often times if you see someone clearly struggling with if they should leave their old beliefs, the best thing you can do is ask open questions and help them hold their contrary opinions so they can truly talk through them. 99% of the time it actually makes them move towards their new beliefs faster because they feel free to question.
There is something I will never stop saying about evil... It never presents itself as evil. But as good. Not as chaos, but order. Not as a pathway to violence, but to peace. Not as the wood, but the path that runs through it and out into the field of glory eternal. Where no hedonism remains, and there is only virtue. Beauty, without the contrast of the ugly. Villainy is always heroism, presented as inarguable and without question. It lures you in, it gains your confidence, by presenting itself as sexy and noble.
I don't think I ever commented on any of your videos, so it's probably time. I found you through your love is blind-content and thought you had just great analysis of the human psyche and relationships. Then I left that sort of content because I became consumed of Israel/Palestine and your channel just changed following the same pattern. I stopped listening to so many podcasts and watching many youtuber because of their silence, but you're the opposite. I guess I want to say that your videos provide me with this weird sene of comfort, I think you're rather brilliant and very courageous. Love from Sweden and free Palestine!
This storyline was literally the only reason I decided to watch this season... Because I also am finding it so hard to care about these shows anymore, in light of the genocide. Thank you for analyzing this 🙏🏻
Wow I am glad you appeared in my feed. A Palestinian Lebanese drag artist that talks about the intersection of pop culture and American imperialism - sign me up!
And now imagine him going to Lebanon or Palestine and be openly gay / drag artist - what would those locals do to him. He’ll be stoned just on the basis of how he decided to express himself
I wonder how he processes that truth. It must be difficult. It’s like being gay and Catholic or Baptist or something.
@@kevins3080cope is hard.
SBC when filming bruno was chased by zios trying to lynch him and he is a zio himself. Lies will only get you so far.
@@kevins3080just because violent homophobia exists somewhere it doesn't justify genocide against them and it especially doesn't justify the wholesale murder of children.
you'll love it here, one of my fav creators! :) and to the two racists in the comments, it's ironic you post this probably from countries where fascists attack queer spaces on the daily. don't act now as if people just like you don't spend their whole day with their panties in a bunch over drag queens in libraries. just because you don't know about queer life in Lebanon and Palestine, doesn't mean it doesn't exist.
I will say that the US military recruits young, poor US citizens, and people of color and they do it on purpose. Their recruitment offices are often in poor neighborhoods and they recruit right out of high school. They play recruitment commercials between cartoons and shows for teens! When we meet her family, it really makes sense why a young person like her joined the military. She was really poor plus her family has a military background. I remember the military used to recruit in the hallway of my high school, which is an inner city school with many students of color. They would visit our classrooms and make a presentation. During the presentation, I raised my hand and asked if the presenting soldiers had killed anyone (my teacher was PISSED at me😂!!!!) and they responded, "when you are on the battle field it's either you or them." I am glad I asked because students need to know that the "free tuition" comes at the high price of going to war! The military starts training you before you leave high school. You can fully enlist when you are 18 (you can't drink in this country until you are 21 and you can't rent a car until you are 25 in this country!). If you are a young person and want to expedite your US citizenship, join the military. If you feel like you can't afford college, join the military. If you are poor and have no where to go, join the military - you'll get a bed and three meals a day in basic training. Have no direction in life, join the military. Have a criminal record and can't get a job, join the military. The US military tricks, brainwashes, and traps you. They promise you a life time of benefits that may take you many years to receive. I had a classmate in college that got deployed mid semester and had to drop out. It is extremely complex issue and for her to have come this far and speak on her stance is actually pretty big. Ramses is actually not the greatest partner for other things he does in these episodes.... like his stance on wanting her to be on birth control so he doesn't have to use a condom shows he's not as socially aware as he thinks he is.
thanks for this insightful comment. recruiting in poor neighborhoods makes sense. i agree the whole birth control thing was 😱
Still no excuse. Plenty of poor ppl don't class warfare for a health care package. What's worse... Being a poor drug dealer or an invader of another country and murdered people... My pot dealer never killed a child so I know who I'd rather have a beer with.@@dragtherapy
My mom called the school & said she didn’t allow strange older men to speak w her teen daughter. Principal had me sit in detention during the assemblies thereafter. It was 2002. Mom knew what was up. They were recruiting for the war in Afghanistan.
@@dollyhood6549 The way USA treats veterans should be enough to anyone feel shamed of the military, look at the homeless population and ask how much of them are veterans...it's insane, VA hospitals with no infrastructures, long waiting lists...the suicide rate alone is scary...that should be added to de propaganda too.
It's not complex at all. Poverty is a policy to keep a steady stream of obedient serfs for the oligarchs and cannon fodder for the war machine. She is promoting the war machine because she was paid to do so.
I really liked Ramses at first but he gave me a vibe like... I really hoped he wasn't just one of those liberal dudes who pretends to be a feminist and recites all the talking points bc it helps him get laid. The condom conversation made me go, "Yep there it is."
Also as an American, you are 100% spot on with your comments about our military-worshipping culture. If we dare to say, hey maybe we should spend our money on our own infrastructure or helping our citizens instead of bombing other countries and funding genocide, people try to gaslight us and say we hate veterans or something. 🙄
Oof that condom talk was...SO bad.
He’s pathetic. I cringed when she turned Bodhen down.
💯 because at first eh was the one who brings the condoms up as a solution! And when she agrees he gets uncomfortable!! So he thought "yeah I can pretend that I'm ok with it...." Totally hypocritical
typical liberal poseur
Yeah I can appreciate his politics but that condom stuff was disgusting and disrespectful. I am not a fan of Ramses and he is not truly against anti-patriarchal masculinity like he thinks he is
Marissa is the perfect example of the tension that happens when cognitive dissonance is confronted
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Ramses seemed too smug for me to want to side with him in that conversation, even though I share his politics. Also, you knew she was military.......and YOU chose her. It's completely fine to not share a life with someone involved with the military. But to choose them, and then shame her for that and use it to pull rank any time you want power in the relationship is not ok, and that was the vibe he was giving me
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Same. He did not create a safe enough space for her to come to the conclusion that she very obviously is feeling.
I think the military conversation, like he knew she was in the military, but hearing her say I don’t regret it, I will not ashamed if it, I am proud of my service, I would talk to my kids about it, etc.. all things she said in some episodes.. I think these are the things that had him pull away. I don’t think he knew how much she was still okay with the military, when she portrayed herself very much as moved away from that side of things.
I understand the circumstances that put underprivileged people in the military believe me, I am from a Mexican family in an extremely impoverished area and tons of my family have gone and died in the military, but this doesn’t negate the harm of the military industrial complex and I am tired of these predatory practices being used as excuses or “nuance”.
Put it in the context if today.. imagine an IDF soldier talking to a Palestinian and look them in the eye and saying they are not ashamed of, do not regret, and are proud if their service.. and that is because Israel has mandatory military, they truly do not have a choice.
That is essentially Marissa, a us soldier, talking to Ramses, a man who came from Venezuela, and saying I am proud of this.
Ramses is an idiot and she’s naive
Agreed, she was trying to get vulnerable about her experience and he did judge her without listening to her heart.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ADDRESSING THIS! I’ve seen countless reviews of this show but literally no one even mentioned this issue which is one of the BIGGEST things on this planet today! Love your channel, keep up the great work & FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸!! (& all the countries from imperialism)
My thots covered it with a rethorical question about why someone is but hurt about the military. She is Korean, so you would think she knows better...
Whatever Linda had her husband explain Judaism only to todllersplain Zionism to him.
I was about to say the same thing. The drama is giving, but I need someone to break down what was really happening in between the lines of that conversation and LIB saw it themselves, that’s why they had us watch the entire conversation. And Ramses called it out when they sat down with her friends.
I felt Marissa was rambling trying to convince herself. When they showed Ramses talking about his concerns and even bringing up Palestine I was like finally they are showing it! In between watching Love Is Blind, I'm watching Big Brother UK btw there is a contestant called Khaled and he is Palestinian-Lebanese and he speaks about his experience in Lebanon. He is currently head of house at the Big Brother house. There is definitely a shift. These shows are showing these discussions.
I was really pleased they left in the part about ramses talking about palestine
@@myahr666 That means they are setting him up to fail...
@@sparklemotion8377 I don’t disagree. I’m still glad they left it in
@@myahr666 Speaking about on reality tv does what? Israel has moved on to Lebanon. People need to vote instead of relying on clout chasers and celebrities to virtue single on tv or social media to collect popularity points.
I clicked on this video SO fast! You are forever THE BEST love is blind reviewer on TH-cam
Wow, thank you!
I SECOND THAT! missed you so much Indie Nile!!!
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The best analyst ❤❤❤❤
Another great analysis proud of my hardworking lovely son 🍉 you are my sunshine
Thank you mom ❤️❤️❤️
As a Brit with Palestinian heritage and relatives in Lebanon - Be so proud of your son for educating the world and humanising those subject to inhumanity and putting up a mirror to those behaviours that enable that inhumanity.
Thx for supporting. definitely I ll be always proud of him
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Whoa....someone commenting (in such an eloquent way) on the interconnectedness between pop culture and western imperialism. It's such a breath of fresh air. Thankyou Indie!
Omg yes! And I can’t wait for you to review love is blind Habibi too. Netflix actually censored the Palestinian on the show to the point that most non-Arabs like me didn’t even know he was Palestinian until Palestinians pointed it out. Such a mess!
who was the Palestinian?
@@dahlia878 from what i'm seeing on the internet, mohammed is.
Wow Indie. Talk about finding your niche! These videos get better and better and it sounds like it's a direct result of focusing on what's important to you. Appreciate you so much 🌞
Thanks so much!!
I’m American. For the most part, a white guy as far as anyone can tell from the outside. I was never in the military but I know _every_ aspect of my comfort comes at the cost of someone the Military, that represents me around the world, brutalized so I could have that luxury.
I watch TH-cam videos on a phone with a battery, some kid squatted thigh-deep in purple water in a lithium mine, sorting minerals for. I lay on a mattress made from latex foam harvested by an old man in Southeast Asia who can never afford to stop working. I eat chocolate brought to me because whole families of people have no choice but to pick cocoa they will never have a change to taste.
People sneer about ‘white guilt’ but it’s not that. I live in Omelas but I can’t walk away. It’s Omelas in every direction. But, unlike the utopia of the LeGuin story, America doesn’t offer its own citizens peace either.
I live in an apartment building with roaches and a shared bathroom because rent anywhere else is unaffordable. Cops tear tents down outside my window, reminding me what happens if I fall off the treadmill. I can’t afford to go to the next city much less escape the country. My ‘Freedom’ as a voter is between a criminal of every description and a full-throated genocide supporter.
We’re ground between the knowledge that every nice thing in our lives comes from exploitation and death while also being strong-armed by that same engine to comply.
Capitalism has created a horrifying machine and doesn’t even make the people who directly benefit from it secure or happy.
WHY DOES ALL THIS EXIST IF IT INJURES EVERYONE AND MAKE NO ONE HAPPY!?!
I just want to walk away from Omelas but there is no way out. It’s horror in every direction.
Very well said. I wish more people were aware of and acknowledged their privilege
You said that better than I ever could. I love that short story and think about it all the time. Makes my stomach churn every time I think about it. As a Christian black American, I used to struggle with holding on to the truths of my love for Christ, America and black culture. I had to accept that my love for Christ will not allow me to be ok with everything America or black culture says or does all the time. It makes me a pariah amongst some people but oh well. I had to learn to be ok with that too.
what is omelas? Are you hispanic?
@@DistortedV12 _’Those Who Walk Away From Omelas’_ is a famous short-story by Ursula K. Le Guin about a utopian society with a dark secret.
It’s here on TH-cam. I recommend it.
@@DistortedV12 _’Those Who Walk Away From Omelas’_ is a famous short story by Ursula K. Le Guin about a utopia with a dark secret. You can find it here on TH-cam. I recommend it!
omg "just reciting what’s fashionable in identity politics but not having real empathy…" chiiillld, you hit the nail on the head. i hear ppl talk like that A LOT in DC and it’s becoming increasingly grating bc it’s so superficial but but they swear they "ate" when they talk like that.
I found your channel for your political documentaries, thought you were amazing with your commentary and even as much as I had read on my own on the conflict, you still gave me new perspectives and info I had no clue of. But I watched your own content, as in your love is blind stuff, in my personal life I was dealing with dating issues. I didn't really know why I was struggling so much with myself. You opened my eyes to how much my past really affected me, and how horrible my self-confidence really was. I know the problem is there now and somewhat a start to fixing it. Never thought I'd find the answer through a youtube drag artist. Your content all around is amazing, thanks for you work, you deserve so much for your coverage
Thank you!!! Appreciate the support
I am so tired of hearing how "complicated", how "nuanced", how "confusing" this situation is. What about the children in pain without tylenol that Israel blocks from being delivered to them? Every second is like hours of torture for these babies. They don't have the time to ponder and pontificate. I just don't understand how we got here.
We know how we got here, and it's complicated. But we can go back to when all the Middle Eastern countries decided to kick out all the Jews, especially Iran where most are from, forcing them to settle in Israel. For the next several decades, as Israel modernized, they faced attacks from mostly Muslim countries. Now Israel is airing out all of its grievances and people like you are don't understand how we got here. Is what Israel doing right? Absolutely not, but let's not pull "what about the babies" while ignoring how we go here 70 years later.
So glad you are doing something about that
Analyzing the Arabic Love is Blind sounds marvelous! Thank you for your excellent work connecting the hard topic of war and art and culture. Quite a feat. And necessary. Merci
My pleasure
I would love to hear your take on Love is Blind Habibi 🙏🏿 especially because it speaks to your personal experience as an Arab growing up in Dubai 💗
I am a practising Muslim and I have absolutely loved you from the first time I watched your video. I just love you and how beautiful your soul is and how deep your thoughts are. I drop everything the moment I see that you have dropped a video ❤
I'm a religious Muslim too. And I really enjoy his commentary. Really aware and emotionally intelligent
I understand what she is saying as a black person who first hand saw other students fall into the predatory "go to the military poor kid" treatment in highschool (and even in elementary and middle school in some places). It's very predatory and many people sign up just so they have income.
However, she seems confused with her own feelings, as she says she supports the troops (meaning people like her who felt like the military was a valid option for income), but she also defends the current existence of the military force. Those aren't the same, but it's like she feels pressured to defend both for some reason.
Many people who support human rights understand that the military preys on vulnerable communities, and obviously won't be angry at anyone for joining die to them being in a vulnerable position (and they have been fed propaganda their whole lives). But that doesn't mean you have to support the literally military organization.
You can acknowledge that you joined the military out of a combination of valid reasons and you benefitted financially from it, but you regret it at the end of the day because you hurt people, and you don't wish anyone else to support the military and it's actions. But she is acting like that's impossible. She did choose to join and she did benefit from that choice. She can also regret it. But it's like she won't let herself regret it.
I'm a university student who joined to become a social worker and to not repeat mistakes that my family made, and to just create financial stability while doing something I enjoy. But I also regret being a university student because my school is literally funded by people who support murder. My school literally undermines the issues that are beign faced by students of color, specifically Middle Eastern students or literally anyone with ties to the mass murders happening. I regret it everyday, but I made the choice for my own reasons. I'm not gonna defend the university or anything, and I'm not going to act like I'm not contributing by going to the school. But I also understand that there are students like me who feel like they have to, and that's not exactly our fault either. Both can exist if she lets it.
I’m American, yeah there is some degree of pressure in a way to venerate the troops if that makes sense? Like doing a “thank you for your service” at sporting events where I have seen a majority of people give a standing ovation to the service member(s). And it does feel like if you don’t thank them for their service, you’re seen as rude. (I personally think it comes across as condescending if it was not an actual battle that the person did, like they were in some sort of administrative position. It comes across like the person is brave for directing a plane or doing paperwork)
I missed you sooooo much and was starting to get worried!!!!!! Glad to see you back in perfect style and relevant commentary ❤❤❤
thanks 🤗 i'm here but been more focused on creating Palestine content
@@dragtherapy even better!!! Just glad you’re making the content that matters to you.
Ahhh I figured out the problem… because I remembered I had gone to your channel and searched for new content several times in the last few months… Turns out I’m just stupid and you have to really scroll or filter to see videos in chronological order, not just sorted by popularity… 🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️ I think I have officially broken my TH-cam algorithm because they’re crazy if they didn’t recommend all your videos to me immediately!
I just get the vibe that Marissa doesn't really know what her own convictions or morals are. The way she says "cis hetEro" as if it's something she's never said before lol. I just get the vibe that she is repeating progressive points but doesn't actually understand them on a deep, meaningful level. I hope she does more introspection to find herself bc I'm sure the cognitive dissonance is strong.
She’s trying to be respectful in an ever changing world just because someone isn’t keeping up with you on your speed doesn’t mean anything. It probably is the first time she’s said it out loud but hey one time it was your first time saying it too
Who even says “cis hetero” it just gives off such a “I study race theory and gender”. Regular people just say “I like guys”
@@JL_Lux Is she, though? Like are you sure?
@@BlackXSunlight obviously
Yasss please review LIB Habibi!
It’ll give him a stroke 😂
😂😂😂😂 is it that bad this usa 0:03 season gave me migraine @@WilliamsPinch
As an African American, it’s so strange to be in a country that never actually wanted you but to still want to be part of the country you helped build. And honestly, inheriting a lot of the exceptionalism qualities that ppl from other countries notice. I believe majority in my community live in a state of cognitive dissonance.
It’s not cognitive dissonance x it’s a complicated relationship. Trying to balance all those emotions and economic pressure all while yes having pride. We literally affirmed civil rights for every single person in this country through our movements. Throwing a overused label is just an easy cop out
@@JL_Lux I see where you’re coming from. But a complicated relationship can involve cognitive dissonance.
But what’s the point of being UNpatrioti? You lose either way.
@@MJ-py7dm I think you can be patriotic and aware at the same time. Every country has its good and bad. You don’t need to ignore one for the other.
@@sincerely5906 I didn’t talk about being aware, I talked about being patriotic. Sitting on the couch while people attack the country is useless.
I want to know why they’re so proud of serving… especially Marissa who seems to know what the military actually is. Like you should be deeply ashamed and dedicate your life to undoing the harm you caused??
exactly
If you can’t grasp it - you need to do some research. Like use the internet
I knew this season was going to speak to you when I heard Marrissa and Ramses conversation about Military !! So I’m so glad you talk about it
I really love of all the work you put in, truly.
AND OF COURSE do a video about Love is blind, habibi !!! I’ll be very interested to hear more about your personal experiences and your perspective/opinions about the show.
I love your conviction for peace. I pray you never lose that spirit & continue to inspire us all.
I love your analogies 😂😂😂
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Marissa is also an ex-Mormon with a seemingly traumatic childhood so she has a lot of things needing to be reconstructed in a stressful environment. I empathize with her having to do this on camera, but her take was pure cope.
As usual, I looooooooove your content. It's so refreshing to see on TH-cam. Wish I was in Amsterdam so I could support your show! This video was too good. Thank you for the work you're doing for Gaza and Lebanon.
So much respect for Ramses, I was cheering for him while watching the episode, and I am surprised Netflix kept this conversation on the show. But part of me thinks they kept it because now he’s getting so much heat by zi****ts. And mind you this is happening in the same season they’re promoted the military
You are AMAZING, I could listen to you analyze anything for hours. I know someone in the military who isn’t white and I feel like I have a better understanding now of why they are the way they are. I hope you get everything you want in life and more! everyone should listen to this, such important work you’re doing🙏🙏🙏
I am living for, and support your 🇵🇸 necklace, your 🇵🇸 Sticker on the oven in the back, and the 🇵🇸 map on your cupboard in the back. Deep in my soul, I know that 🇵🇸 shall rise from the ashes - your people shall taste Freedom one day - and it'll be a beautiful, beautiful day! Ameen Ya Rabb ul Alameen 🇵🇸 🇱🇧 ❤
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There are a lot of layers to the Marissa and Ramses story. "It's not over" because Marissa is still aligned with and a beneficiary of her service if nothing else. As a veteran, she is eligible for healthcare and her law school tuition is probably gratis of her service.
Then on a personal level, as she mentioned she has been aligned with the military since she was a toddler and her friends are mostly veterans, as well. I don't think that is about delusion -- it is very true of her experienced. It's easy to think of this that way when you have been able to keep your hands clean -- then there is no conflict.
Anyway, bigger than her personal enmeshment there is a reason why so many of the contestants are veterans -- Marissa eludes to it when she talks about her story. She mentioned how her mother encourages her to enlist as her best option.
The reality is that outside of any romanticization, military service is the biggest conduit to opportunities in the country - there are so many benefits to being a service member - housing, education, traiing, travel, waived taxes, advantages in hiring, healthcare even boarding the plane first. And these are major benefits for Americans from states and areas which are depressed with big BIPOC communities. I often think about a country in which there were many other accessilble options.
It's systemic like everything else and bigger than personal choices -- there is a definite pipeline to service and for many people, rationally, it's their best option to have things in life. There are so many areas in the country where pretty much everyone serves. That's not about personal choice so much as it is about systems, which I think is important to consider. Your focus is personal morality and I get it yet I think systems tend to be more puissant.
im native american so im not much of an outsider as my familys been here generations before white folks got here but i think its absolutely wild how well the american propaganda works on POC like?? isnt that crazy that deep down Marissa KNOWS THAT SHES HELPING COMMIT GENOCIDE BUT STILL selfishly wanting her achievements and other people's achievements to be like validated by the nation... and like talking with other soliders, they act like talking about manning ships and tanks is like some kind of nonchalant thing over dinner. like american propaganda really pushes ANY kind of person to remove their empathy and choose this facade of comfort AKA MONEY. like even my own tribe has people in the military and at this point its only to escape poverty but idk i personally believe its a cultural genocide that we end up falling for the sake of said comfort. if our ancestors knew that people were willingly removing their empathy and integrity and strong will to do the right thing all for some kind of nationalistic validation??? i feel like theyre already rolling and have been since the beginning of this country. lol
Omg thanks for sharing, it’s nice to hear insight from native people as I don’t know any
@@zawwnypow5813 hehe yea we're pretty underrepresented. thats why i like commenting on stuff about it hehe
Your videos have the power to change the world!
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When I watch your content I feel like I'm hanging with an old friend who's work-shopping their new show for friends and fam. Your messages have a warmth that is indicative of your ability to address such hard and tragic issues while simultaneously coming from a place of love and understanding. Thank you for your art. I greatly appreciate it.
Thank you!
My goodness this is such a great review of this conversation between Marissa and Ramses. I was so deeply unsettled watching that episode for the first time. Grateful they are allowing us to witness such a tough conversation but DAMN! I do wonder if this will be the deciding factor in their marriage because it's such a strong moral difference. Ramses has to really decide if this is a deal breaker for him or not. And Marissa as well. I don't think I could do it. But again, your breakdown was incredible! Thank you for this ❤
I'm so happy you posted this! And yes, please, do one about LIB Habibi! I'm really curious about your opinion, especially about the men and how they see the women's role in their family. It was really interesting and I'd love to know more from your perspective, especially since you group up in Dubai!
As a Iraqia, thank you for speaking about Iraq 🇮🇶 We love you so much my fellow Palestinians and Labanese 🇵🇸🇱🇧♥️♥️
This whole video gave me life! It’s so affirming to hear you discuss pop culture and the connection to the US military complex and American brainwashing. This video energized me! I love your channel!
Thank you so much!
Love Is Blind has so many issues to address, and I am so grateful that you chose to put a spotlight on this one. Lowkey impressed that Netflix allowed this into their edits, but very impressed that you shared your perspective and analysis of it too!
I love how you deconstructed this!!! I love how human everything feels in the way you explain it, in this video but in general. I think it's something we often forget when talking about these things. Yeah it's big and scary but we're still all human and the wrong we make are so human.
I have complicated feelings about the military, Ukraine/Russia, Palestine/Israel and American Imperialism in general. I will say that its interesting that none of the comments have brought up how the military exploits Americans too. There's a reason why most recruitment centers are in rural and urban areas, never the suburbs. They intentionally go after poor kids who don't have much in the way of options. Do you ever see wealthy kids going into the military? Hardly ever. If you do, they go into officer schools and end up President (looking at you George Bush Jr).
When they come back from dealing death in other countries, the traumatized vets end up screwed by their government too. Not for nothing, a lot of homeless people are vets. I'm not wowed by America. Probably because I'm black 😆 I see her for her works. I just want to level set this convo so people don't walk away thinking American vets have it so easy.
Exactly. Kinda misinformed to gloss over this very important aspect of the military convo!!!
I am assuming those comments are being deleted.
Thanks for recapping this! I really love hearing about your perspective especially what is currently going on in the world stage and Palestine. You're unique and authentic and I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and passion ❤
I’m so sorry for the atrocities that are happening to your people habibi. We should all be ashamed for allowing this to go on. Lot’s of love from Egypt. I hope your family is safe…
Yes please habibi review!!! Thanks for top tier content.
Here’s me trying to think of every lovely single person I know that I could hope could be your person… You’re amazing. Love how cleverly you were able to address the mess of US politics and brainwashing from a reality show. Definitely do the Habib analysis.
Would love to see your take on the Habibi Love is blind. Also, the last few moments with Nick and Hannah had me laughing that couple has been one for the books. 😂
@sagqueen1984 omg, LIB Habibi is terrifying. All these abusive men
@@sarahfara1539 I just started watching it. I'm only on episode 1 and I agree it is quite intimidating. When one gentleman told her that he did not like the fact that she danced, I was taken aback. And I'm scared that that's who she's going to pick.
@@sagqueen1984 yes that dude is scary af. but also most of the others are super controlling, this "charming" Chatif guy also gets worse. I'm on episode 5 now, they all throw fits etc... only two guys so far haven't been aggressive but I'm sure more is coming :/
@@sarahfara1539 I could tell something was off at how the women didn't seem to bothered by some of the things they would say. Chatif seems like a playboy. I wonder whose heart he is going to break because it seemed like multiple women were connecting with him.
I missed your LIB content. This was dope putting the medicine in the candy. Really enjoyed it 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
You’re always spot on!!! I can’t even wait to finish the video and I have to comment! But I’m not sorry because it helps with engagement. People are waking up we just have to be more brave
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
most welcome
Kamala Harris: an empty suit who’s nothing but a front for the military industrial complex 💯🙌🏼
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Totally understand. I can't get myself away from the desktop computer even to keep my coffee warm.
Speaking of the military, my racist uncle told me proudly he knew one of the pilots who dropped the a-bomb on Japan.
I’m just glad our young people are starting to realize what our military has done in the past and the damage that we have caused to other countries. Also the lack of VA resources/ mental health they receive and all the SA going on. That’s why our military recruitment is declining by the year. Thank you Nile for opening to us and sharing your thoughts & opinions. Pls if you can, review the LIB Habibi. ❤
Yes!!!
in a weird way i find your videos really comforting to me, its like an unearthing of the realities that i relate to...also i came here to procrastinate on an essay (about palestine) and left with inspiration, i was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly appreciate that you made this video about militarization and palestine
I liked the video before i even watched because i know your take is gonna be excellent
I don’t really have anything valuable to add to the discussion… but thank you for the video, the discussion needs to be had.
Thanks for saying the truth about Russia - Ukraine conflict!
Ukaine also deserves to be free from imperialism! Just because it's Russia whos doing it doesnt make it okay
@@hellopeople6138??? Time to wake up.
I’m so glad I found this channel,thank you for your work ❤️
You are so welcome!
I just want to say how much i appreciate your realness. Seriously you're the only person to say it like it really is and i love you for it❤❤
Stellar episode! I'm glad that the Love is Blind people were at least willing to talk about the horrors of the military un-aliving people and US Imperialism. We need to have more of these discussions in this country. 👏🏼👏🏼
Thank you!
As someone wanting to expand my education and awareness of things going on in the world, I’m always excited to hear your thoughts. Please keep it up and continue to make content you are passionate about. In truth, you could read a phone book and I’d tune in but your humor and thoughtful takes are everything
Thanks 😊
Thank you so much for addressing such an important topic ❤️ would absolutely LOVE to hear your take on the LIB Habibi series debut whenever you have capacity to review it!
The only person’s opinion I care about re: this
It's the DC era, that's why there are so many military people.
OF COURSE I WANT YOUR TAKE ON LIB HABIBI !!!!!
Oh she is not a serious person if Barbie taught her about the patriarchy! Love finding more Lebanese on here! Im Sam, I`m Syrian-Lebanese American, nice to meet you ❤
Hi Sam ❤️
yes, LIB Habibi!!
Just here to say that I love how you had to make your superimposed head so big to cover Rameses hair
It’s also pretty wild that they made it this far without ever addressing the military difference before
I love your passion Indie and see how much you’re contributing to freedom and peace ❤
Maybe it's because I am a foreigner,but I have zero understanding for people like Marissa,she doesn't seem capable of feeling genuine remorse about anything...
We NEED you to review it, please. Loved hearing what you had to say, thanks
I wish that guy told the girl vet “look, I know you’ve had real and true experiences in the military (like making lifelong friends or having near death experiences, or having your identity forcefully pounded out of you)… but your doubts and wrestling now are also a true experience”. It’s hard to hold those things together.
It sounds honestly like she wants to be able to leave the military and the imperialist mindset behind but she doesn’t want to invalidate all the experiences she’s had and I wish someone could tell her that you can take any good that you’ve learned and leave the bad if you chose to.
I’m super anti imperialism, but the reason I’d approach it is because I used to lead therapy groups and often times if you see someone clearly struggling with if they should leave their old beliefs, the best thing you can do is ask open questions and help them hold their contrary opinions so they can truly talk through them. 99% of the time it actually makes them move towards their new beliefs faster because they feel free to question.
Glad you've found your way back home. ❤
Thank you!
the Hannah with her dork bit ...I'm crying
The TEA is PIPING HOT. I’m shocked that they aired this at all. Maybe times are changing…I hope…
The way i jumped coz you are the best love is blind reviewer , you click them dots
The intro....I mean, 10 min standing ovation at Venice babe 👏👏👏
also: FREE PALESTINE AND LEBANON
Wow, you always manage to call out denial in so many people and places. Love your videos! And can't wait for the Habibi video!
Thank you!
Wow so glad I found you on TH-cam ❤ you’re amazing and FREE PALESTINE!
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you are a true prophet, thank you for your moral clarity and articulation
thank you x
I love watching your takes because you are so authentic as yourself. Yes PLEASE do LIB Habibi!!!
Thank you!
I LOVE YOU'RE CHANNEL!
Excellent commentary. And that final burn, 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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Very cool that the show had this conversation on it! Thanks for the analysis. Your content is very engaging!
Much appreciated!
Love you Indie
thanks babe
You have every right to make the video you want :) represent your people!
I love you so much! Hope you do more reviews of LIB and topics like this one as well as others. ❤
Wake up babe, Indie Nile has posted
Marissa growing up in Mormonism makes so much sense
YESSSSS!!! Please do Love is Blind, Habibi 🥰 🙏
You are amazing. Your thoughts, your words and your creativity is in a whole different level. ❤ please do LIB habibi
Looove the thumbnail for this vid!! So real and we need to talk about it!! (So glad to have found your channel!!)
There is something I will never stop saying about evil...
It never presents itself as evil. But as good. Not as chaos, but order. Not as a pathway to violence, but to peace. Not as the wood, but the path that runs through it and out into the field of glory eternal. Where no hedonism remains, and there is only virtue. Beauty, without the contrast of the ugly.
Villainy is always heroism, presented as inarguable and without question.
It lures you in, it gains your confidence, by presenting itself as sexy and noble.
Such a profound and truthful comment. Thank you.
You’re making me wanna book a flight to Amsterdam just to watch your show!
You should! ☺️🙈
Loving the military is insane. Saying that is… so wild lol (after some deeep reflection)
This was THE video that needed to be made on the Love is Blind saga
I don't think I ever commented on any of your videos, so it's probably time. I found you through your love is blind-content and thought you had just great analysis of the human psyche and relationships. Then I left that sort of content because I became consumed of Israel/Palestine and your channel just changed following the same pattern. I stopped listening to so many podcasts and watching many youtuber because of their silence, but you're the opposite. I guess I want to say that your videos provide me with this weird sene of comfort, I think you're rather brilliant and very courageous. Love from Sweden and free Palestine!
Thank you for this comment ❤️🙏🍉
Seems like the state department has been busy calling love is blind’s producers.
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Seems like you don’t understand that they filmed in Washington DC - they nations capital. Like put two and two together. It’s not complicated
This storyline was literally the only reason I decided to watch this season... Because I also am finding it so hard to care about these shows anymore, in light of the genocide. Thank you for analyzing this 🙏🏻