I'm a Newfoundlander and I don't give a dang what Verbo says ... about anything. We know who we are and we won't be defined by anyone else. I Thank You for your content.
Well I'm Canadian and not from the Rock. But one thing we all share is not taking ourselves too seriously. Don't read too much into it. Who really gives a shit if they unintentionally made fun of any Canadians.
its funny how many people think of newfie as a derogatory statement because of what it was in war times. i was raised calling my uncle uncle newfie because rather than going out and buying something new he just fixed whatever with what he had it wasnt the "correct way" but it worked and after moving here im finding thats what the person i bought this house off of did like the whole back half of the house was an add on and clearly not done correctly as the back wall has sunk 4 inches and theres no insulation hell theres not even sheeting on the exterior wall just vinyl siding nailed to the studs but it works. i was talking to the contractor across the street whose lived on the island his whole life, he came to look at it and said "fuck b"ye he really newfied this up eh" so when i say newfie its a term of endearment having the ability to build something out of nothing and being able to survive in this harsh weather hell my neighbour in his 70s had me mostly shoveled out by the time i got out of bed my mainlander ass shoveled lastnight before i went to bed there was a foot and a half woke up to 2 more feet
We Newfuondlanders are living in God's Country , we don't need an extra pair of eyes in the back of our heads to go the food market , or Church or School or walks . I wouldn't trade NEWFOUNDLAND for any other place in the world NL. CANADA WILL ALWAYS BE MY COUNTRY HOME 🍁🇨🇦🍁
If you have never been to Newfoundland, put it on your bucket list!! As a western Canadian with plenty of fantastic nearby places to see, I finally toured Newfoundland about 5 years ago and WOW!! The landscape variety is like doing an earthly, and perhaps even beyond, trip around the world. And Yes, it is true, more friendly and kinder people you will not find. Do it!!
There up the street as thick as flys , Dirty socks upon there feet dirty rings around there eyes , if you ask them for a smoke you would swere to Christ there pipe was broke 😂😂😂
Thank you for your lovely, kind comment! I hope you have an opportunity to come and experience the beauty of our province and its people in person some day!
If you are not used to the accent, maybe, it's harder to understand. I would not translate "I's da b'y' as "I'm the boy", but rather, "I'm the guy". I wonder if at some point in English "boy" meant "guy" or "fellow" and not just "a male child".
Thank you for taking the time to apologize, a very "Canadian" thing to do!😉 My description of Newfoundlanders would be 'genuine'. For the most part they don't put on any airs, they are what they are and proud of it. We could all stand to be a little more that way!
Have you seen the Relax Rooster commercial? It's hilarious, a satire on the usual posh settings featured in their ads. It would have great, if it hadn't included that "I'se the b'y" which doesn't even fit with the farm visuals. Wouldn't "Turkey in the Straw" have been better?
'se The B'y that builds the boat and I'se The B'y that sails her and I'se The B'y that catches the fish and Brings 'em home to Liza Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle Sods and rinds to cover your flake, Cake and tea for supper Cod fish in the spring of the year, Fried in maggoty butter Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle I don't want your maggoty fish They're no good for winter Well I can buy as good as that, Way down in Bonavista! Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle I took Liza to a dance, As fast as she can travel, And every step that she could take, Was up to her knees in gravel Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle Susan White she's outta sight, Her petticoat wants a border, Well old Sam Oliver in the dark, He kissed her in the corner! Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle I'se The B'y that builds the boat and I'se The B'y that sails her and I'se The B'y that catches the fish and Brings 'em home to Liza Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour, All around the circle
Thank You for this. I appreciate that you were also displeased with that company . You do not owe us an apology. Always a pleasure to follow your videos. Stay well my American cousin.
Thank you so much for this. Especially since today (15th) is the anniversary of the sinking of the Ocean Ranger drill rig and the loss of 85 lives and I am feeling very sore-hearted. ❤ from St. John's.
Newfoundland is fabulous! Love the traditions, the landscape and best of all the people! They will never be defined by a VRBO commercial, but you are a gem to bring this to light as a discussion point, thank you!!
Ty John for ur respect in his madder, yes I’m a newfie from Newfoundland but have not been home since 1992 when I moved out west in Alberta, Canada u and ur family. Lots of love from Canada me boi
My wife and I have spent two separate months in Newfoundland and Labrador both trips were fantastic. The food and hospitality are second to none. For any of you that is thinking about a very nice holiday you will really enjoy it
This is the first Newfie Jig any young Newfies of my generation learned. Anyone viewing Vrbo ad as a slight to NFLD should take my Grandfathers advice " it's just water off a ducks back" followed up by who gives a F*** what Vergal said about us (he was never good with names). What made Newfoundland unique from the rest of Canada was our ability to laugh at ourselves. We took jokes and instead of insulting other cultures we made ourselves the punchline. If this was 50 years ago Vrbo would be no more then a passing Newfie joke. Harry Hibbs was the man who made that jig "I'se The B'y" Iconic, the best known version of this jig, and one of the most important recorded jigs in Newfoundland Culture. It is well worth a listen whether you make a video about it or not, I know you'll enjoy it. The Harry Hibbs at the Caribou which was a legendary club in Ontario that celebrated Newfie Culture. I can only find the instrumental version but there are two versions Harry and the Boys did.
You should be drinking Screech, which is Newfoundland's beverage of choice. It's a form of re-distilled rum made from blended Jamaican rums. Originally, the term meant any home-brewed moonshine. But Newfoundland has strong historical ties to the Caribbean --- including many famous pirates who either came from or came to Newfoundland. Dried cod from The Rock has long been traded to Jamaica, where it is a big part of the local cuisine, and Jamaicans send their rum in payment. To this day, Newfoundlanders are rum drinkers, while mainland Canadians are more associated with rye whiskey. To be "screeched in" is a ceremony performed at pubs by which strangers are made honourary Newfoundlanders. The details are colourful. You can purchase genuine Screech in Syosset, NY, which I gather is in your neck of the woods, from Grand Wine Cellar, but the price quoted there is outrageous. Great Big Sea was a Newfoundland folk rock band from 1993 to 2013. Not only were they very popular across Canada, but when I stayed as a guest of some quite famous traditional Breton musicians in France, I learned that they are well-known and highly regarded there, and indeed known in the entire Celtic music world. Their work ranges from very traditional renderings of sea shanties to lively covers and mutations of modern rock songs.
@@reg-g9x Since most Newfoundlanders I've known used the expression, it always came across to me as proud nickname conveying the place's solid, enduring qualities. Many places have such nicknames, and they are not meant to be literal. New York City is not actually a "big apple" --- that's a nickname. Chicago is called "Windy City" but you won't be blown down by hurricanes there. New Orleans has long been called "The Big Easy" ---and its citizens celebrate the nickname, even though nobody knows how it originated or what it actually means. When I was a kid, people in Toronto often referred to their city as "Hogtown," an expression that goes back to the 19th century. But they were quite proud of it, enjoying the irony of it as the city grew and prospered. That expression is now forgotten, but in 2015 the popular rapper Drake coined the nickname "The Six" and since then the younger generation uses it widely. People in Winnipeg call their city "Winterpeg," Citizens of Indiana call themselves "Hoosiers." Nova Scotians call themselves "Bluenosers" and are damn proud of it, no matter how silly it sounds. That's the point of a nickname. It's all about having a sense of humour .... and what are Newfoundlanders most famous for? Their sense of humour. Btw, there's no size limit for a rock. The little pebble in an aquarium is a rock, and the Rock of Gibraltar, which is inhabited by 32,688 Gibraltarians, is a single rock, as well as being a constituant part of the United Kingdom on a par with England, Scotland or Wales. And of course, the whole planet Earth is the Third Rock from the Sun.
@@philpaine3068 i dont agree with the term , the rock, never did never will, its so much more, Our island home.,its anthem ode too newfoundland, and lambs navy rum seems too be the drink of choice in nfld now days
@@reg-g9x Well, that's obviously up to you. I would be surprised if there was any significant number of people in Newfoundland who follow your odd reasoning. You're certainly the first I've run across.
Great Big Sea ... awesome group with many NL and Irish hits. All around the circle = a drive you can take doing Fogo, Twillingate, Mortons Harbour and they call it the "circle" . The song is synonomis with Newfoundland and the fishery AND having a good time having a scuff (dance) . Always makes me homesick :)
This song is old and historic, but as a Newfoundlander and Newfpundland music lover, I can tell you that it's popularity was heightened by the rest of Canada latching onto it during the height of "Newfie jokes". Newfoundland music has some of the best ballads and waltzes you mat ever hear, and although "Ise the b'y" is known and "represents" NL, it really is just a quirky tune that outsiders can latch onto easily. It was popular in music curriculum for other provinces. To me the song itself is an extension of the Newfie Joke for others, or at the very least it stunts outsiders from having a real glimpse into Newfpundland Music.
NO, it isn't. You are too thin-skinned. It's a celebration of Newfoundland outport life. The hard work being done there in the fishery and the fun times that the poor fishermen and their family members have after the work is done. Great song!
Hi John , I have been so impressed with your sensitivity and humility . It is really wonderful how you are looking at Canada from so many angles , the good , bad and the ugly . Paying attention to our current news as well as our histories .
Hi Heather, Thank you so much for your kind comments and for noticing the effort. I am so glad you are enjoying it and to make contacts with great people like you. 😊
Exactly. It was an extension of the newfie joke. It had fishing and slang so it was great for laugh. Newfoundland music is some of the best folk on earth. This song does not qualify.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg It is a complex song. It names various outports. It satirizes the Newfoundland outport lifestyle, I suppose, the harsh conditions and the light-hearted entertainment. It's also a kind of Newfoundland "Oh, my darling Clementine". It's a great song, but shouldn't have been used in this commercial to illustrate how poor the accommodation is if you deal with VRBO's competitiors.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg I'm in Kingston, Ontario now. i spent more time in St John's than anywhere else, but I've also lived in Hatchet Cove, T.B., Wareham, B .B., & Fogo Island where I was a teacher. I haven't been in N.L. since the end of 1977. I did make lots of weekend and summertime trips around the island in the 1970s. My perspective is historical, for sure.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg No, i spend most of my time these days obsessing over the poor healthcare system in Ontario and elsewhere in the country. The situation in Gaza is also top of mind. Then, there is the plight of the homeless across the country. The 1970s in Newfoundland and Labrador look like the "good ol' days" to me. N.L. is definitely a part of the country most Mainlanders know next-to-nothing about.
Great Big Sea is a popular band in Canada with lead singer Alan Doyle. Also two very good tv shows from Newfoundland are Republic of Doyle and Son of Critch.
maggoty means a lot of something. Sods and rinds to cover your flake, Cake and tea for supper Cod fish in the spring of the year, Fried in maggoty butter The last line is saying “cod fish in the spring of the year, fried in a lot of butter”.
I just salivated at the line "Cod fish in the spring of the year". Makes me think of all the times as a kid, my parents would send me down to the wharf to get a salmon or codfish off whoever was coming in with a load of fish. You can't get fish any fresher than just out of the water. OMG! Got tears now.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 He's pulling your leg. Maggoty means "full of maggots". The spring was a very hard time for outport fisherman because the fishing season doesn't get underway for a couple more months. The fisherman might go on the seal hunt if they were lucky to be chosen. If they weren't chosen, their families would have very little to eat. Look up "maggoty" in the Dictionary of Newfoundland English. It's on line and free for the true definition. Somebody tried to say "maggoty" meant the best. Again, someone pulling other people's leg.
Thank you good sir for doing such a Canadian thing as apologising for something that was't your doing. I'm a Prince Edward Islander currently living in Vancouver and I so miss home. When I get a bit homesick I listen to our maritime music. Check out Barrets Privateers by Stan Rogers, an East Coast classic as well!
I love the honesty and sincerity of your channel. I was born in Newfoundland, but I was 6 months old when I packed my bags and moved out West to Vancouver. At 34 I moved to New York and lived through 9/11 there and the East Coast blackout of 2003. I was lucky enough to experience NY for 10 years. My brother-in-law was a volunteer Fireman who lost his life on 9/11. I'm back in Canada now, And your channel gives me a new perspective on the Great White North. Thank you!! BTW I went to an Islanders game out at the Nassau Coliseum. Was so much fun!
First and foremost , as a Newfoundlander , I really appreciate that you took the time to learn how to properly say Newfoundland. Your choice of Great Big Sea was a good one. They do more modernized “Jig & Reels” . Thanks for the love . ✌️💕
Ha, I’m so glad you noticed. Most Americans say it like Newfinlind. My accent would naturally say it that way too. But I pay attention to the way people pronounce it in vids that I’ve done about your awesome home and it’s second nature to me now. 😊. Thanks for noticing.
Some of it is definitely nonsensical!😅 But it's a great traditional dance tune! Thank you again for the respect for Newfoundland and Labrador, and for our people. Tourism NL (Provincial Department of Tourism) has released a new video yesterday featuring "I's the B'y" and it's gorgeous! I hope you can find it and have a look!
I really suggest you go there John. The first time I went to the west coast of Nfld. landing at Deer Lake by Corner Brook. I had no idea they had mountains there and incredible wildlife, lakes and scenery. Second time I went to the east coast landing in St. John's and its rock, hills and ocean for sure. Saw three whales breech on a whale tour and drank beer from 2,000 year old iceberg water. Main street has the most bars on one street in Canada and all with someone playing music. Get Screeched IN where you are there and you will become an honourary Newfoundlander like me. You will have to kiss the cod however.
Great Big Sea is fantastic and that whole album is wonderful - I'm sure you'd enjoy each and every song on it. Alan Doyle was the main lead singer and, if you want to get that kitchen party ('kitchen ceilidh') vibe - complete with the pint of Guinness in hand, the crowd singing along and other people being pulled up on stage, check out "Barrett's Privateers/Molly Malone, Alan Doyle Trio w. Bruce Guthro, Damhnait Doyle, Stuart Cameron" filmed at Halifax's famed Lower Deck Pub.
Vrbo took the commercial off TH-cam and will not show it again. They apologized to the Minister of Tourism as he contacted them. He expressed his disappointment with the ad.
despite everything that can be said about the Newfoundland and Labrador across Canada, I am French Canadian and Quebecois, these people are friendly and natural, in all friendship what else very good video
Dearest John: I’m the old lady (75) from Winnipeg who loves your channel! I spent a week in Newfoundland and fell in love with it. Lately I have been considering moving there.But family is more important to me. I have lost both of my brothers and one sister. I still have one sister and I won’t leave Manitoba while she is with us. Also, I have my adult son to consider. But that is how much I fell in love with Newfoundland. It’s an absolutely wonderful place with wonderful people. I hope you visit there one day. (Also visit Manitoba - my province is beautiful too! Many people don’t realize …
Nancy, you made my day with this comment and it makes my efforts worth while. You’re not an “old lady” you’re a classy lady with the wisdom of life and I’m so honored to have made a connection with you. I’ve been remiss in my education about Manitoba so I’ll be reacting to something about your province soon. Love from Long Island NY.
Hi John; I think something you might be interested in would be what is referred to as “The Gimli Glider”. It’s about a Boeing 767 flight from Toronto to Winnipeg. The plane ran out of gas (!) about an hour and a half from Winnipeg and the miraculous landing by its crew in the small town of Gimli, Manitoba. There are a number of videos made about it. It’s quite incredible.
You must check out the band The Great Big Sea!!! They are an amazing band! ... Fun fact my Aunt was in one of their videos and was paid a Lonnie lol. You must check out the video where the lead singer Alan Doyle sang to your President while visiting Canada it was amazing!!!
B'y don't worry about it. Most of us know that we only have so many days in our lives, that we won't waste any on ingorant people. If those peoples ad stopped someone going to the Rock, their loss bud. You are missing spectacular. In fact you can find spectacular all over Canada. Sure it takes money to visit Canada, but you go outside the cities and there are things to see that will blow you away, and those things are free for the viewing.
I'm going to have to look up that commercial. I wasn't aware of it. As a maritimer, NB, so closh...ish (well, canadian "close") to NFLD, and have been there a couple of times, I have never met friendlier people, and to have the chance to see such beautiful landscapes. I hope I have a chance to get back there in the near future, I miss spending time there.
Thanks my friend for this video. I think people are over reacting to this but as someone who is from an area close to Gander and from a town thats mentioned in that song. This song is very special to me as my father grew up in the 40's 50'5 and 60's as a fisherman. I appreciate your videos. I lived all over the US for 12 years and had a bed and breakfast for years in my home town. I met people from all over the US including your state. Keep up the great videos.
I've always loved this song!! We sang it as kids in the '60s and' 70s!! So much fun to sing!!! ❤❤❤ You may like to check out "The Great Big Sea" as well!!! They're a pop/traditional band from Newfoundland!!! They did quite well on the Canadian airways thru the 2000s!!!
John, water of a ducks back buddy. I come from a place in Newfoundland called BlowMeDown, you gets thick skin coming from a place with a name like that. Cheers, take a shot of Screech.
living in NL the only people that seem to be offended are the politicians the people are more pissed off at the government than they are about the ad newfoundland is a different culture so the vacation rentals arnt typically what people would expect i mean hell my one hotel stay here my room was across the transcanada highway from where i checked in and the walls between the rooms didnt even go all the way to the ceiling. so it wasnt what i was expecting but was still fine
Thanks for the testimonial but Newfies are really resilient folks. Pretty sure they'll pay no attention to whatever company that was. Those who mind don't matter. Those who matter don't mind.
Check out Great Big Sea from Newfoundland the greatest ambassadors they are a great band and proud Newfoundlanders....the negativity just doesn't fly because we Canadians know just how great Newfoundland is!!!
Although I was unaware of the "controversy", if they upset Newfoundlanders, they upset me. You might want to make one of your reactions "Sea Shanty Medley" by Pentatonix., These are the maritime songs we grew up with (and it's fun). I love that you are as interested in my country, as I am in yours. Thanks!
You should check out Great Big Sea. Awesome band. Their front man Alan Doyle has some great music on his own too as well as being an Actor whose friends with Russell Crow I believe.
@John F - American Reacts Not Guinness or Stout, but a good old shot of Screech (Newfoundland Rum). No need to apologize for slights by an American firm, we know you love us, and we love you too. My wife is from Newfoundland, and I'm a mainlander... one who has been "Screeched- in" though. You want some really good Newfie comedy or even some true Newfoundland sentimentality, I'd love to see you do some reactions to "Buddywasisname and the other Fellows". They do a wonderful mix of traditional Newfoundland folk song and straight out comedy. I'd recommend to you "Da Vette, Da Yammie, Da Chopper, Da Mower, and last but not least, Da BBQ". The accent is heavy when they do that, but my gawd you'll die laughing when you catch on! Love you John F ... never stop doing what you do! Cheers!
Newfoundlanders and Cape Bretoners have a lot in common. A lot of kitchen parties, music, welcoming, and would give you the shirt off of their backs as the saying goes. Many have Celtic Roots. Alan Doyle was the front singer in the group "Great Big Sea", and is now on his own, I won't get into a long ramble, byt just wanted to mention he met Russell Crowe, and eventually Russell asked him to be one of the merry men in the movie Robin Hood. I do have some Scottish roots, but generally say I'm a Hynes 57.
@Scroopiej - This is one of my favourite stories....about when Alan Doyle and Russell Crowe were at an event somewhere in the US and Russell Crowe offered to give him a ride home on his private jet. I won't spoil it with a recap but it's worth a watch! th-cam.com/video/L3honmsNV7I/w-d-xo.html
Newfoundland is a great place with wonderful people. Look only Americans feel they can say whatever they want about other people and get away with it. Being Canadian we really do not care what Americans say about us. We know who we are and that is enough for us.
I know other Canadians make “Newfie” jokes and from what I understand this was in consultation with Vrbo Canada arm to make dig on Airbnb. Who the hell knows. But really, don’t make this about Americans to me. I’m not the bad guy.
In Newfoundlander lingo, maggoty doesn't mean maggots, maggotty means dirty, ie: dirty butter, dirty fish. Butter with toast crumbs, etc, etc. We don’t want your dirty fish, we’ll eat someone else’s fish.
@jod4343 Well good for you. Too bad you are hearing what is really happening in this country. You will learn more from the news in India, Australia, and the UK
Black watch snipers please? Family day here in Canada tomorrow, which means a long cold walk with wife and dog lol! I wish everyone always - have a great day regardless of anything.
Hi Brother. Yes, I’ve heard you about the black watch. I’ve looked into a few videos and trying to find a good one, that’s a good time for this format and where it’s not spoiled for me. Soon.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 I'm also someone who just enjoys beer in a general sense, and I'm also someone who very much loves beer that is quite hops forward. Not usually into the dark side though personally - stouts, porters and brown ales aren't my fave - but I always open to trying them. Never know what happy surprises you'll find when you try new things. I discovered that I really like Sours several years ago, especially on a hot summer's day and I tried a Raddler a few summers ago and found that I really like them too.
Newfies are the nicest people on the planet who will literally, give you the shirt off their backs, so of course an American company will disrespect them. Great Big Sky was a Canadian band from the 80s, the song however, is older than I am and I'm 64. I wish I shared your love for your neighbours, most of America makes that impossible for me and that's sad.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 my son went fisheries and oceans a 4 month training at RCMP Depot he was only 22 at the time and when he got there and got there there was 3 or 4 on the same plane and took him like a duck to water, they really we so good to him they were all older but my lad extremely shy lad thought there was no people like them!! When they went to bars they were the entertainment my son say the group of them had the best time they played every kind of musical instrument going!! Oh and they screeched my son in to make him an honorary Newfoundlander!
The people from NFL I have encountered are among the best people I've ever met. Absolutely genuine, and for the most part, patient with "from away" people--whether they deserve the consideration or not. They seem to "own" the term "Newfie". @frankdunn6653 said it best. I consider it an honour to be a citizen of the same country as they are. Their history is so impressive, well worth diving into. I've dreamed of going there, but can't really afford to travel much. So I virtually travel around "the rock" from Corner Brook to St. John's and back, using satellite maps on the internet to go see many places not on the main roads.
I'm a Newfoundlander and I don't give a dang what Verbo says ... about anything.
We know who we are and we won't be defined by anyone else.
I Thank You for your content.
My grandmother was from Newfoundland and from what i've seen and experienced Newfounlanders are beautiful people.
Newfoundlanders are not backward. They are unique and in a pleasant good way !
Well I'm Canadian and not from the Rock. But one thing we all share is not taking ourselves too seriously. Don't read too much into it. Who really gives a shit if they unintentionally made fun of any Canadians.
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True enough. At least we know that they know we exist.
Perhaps it's the rest of the world who are backwards!
Newfies are the best of us 🇨🇦❤️🥰
its funny how many people think of newfie as a derogatory statement because of what it was in war times. i was raised calling my uncle uncle newfie because rather than going out and buying something new he just fixed whatever with what he had it wasnt the "correct way" but it worked and after moving here im finding thats what the person i bought this house off of did like the whole back half of the house was an add on and clearly not done correctly as the back wall has sunk 4 inches and theres no insulation hell theres not even sheeting on the exterior wall just vinyl siding nailed to the studs but it works. i was talking to the contractor across the street whose lived on the island his whole life, he came to look at it and said "fuck b"ye he really newfied this up eh"
so when i say newfie its a term of endearment having the ability to build something out of nothing and being able to survive in this harsh weather hell my neighbour in his 70s had me mostly shoveled out by the time i got out of bed my mainlander ass shoveled lastnight before i went to bed there was a foot and a half woke up to 2 more feet
@@MCscarfacemattSetlle down
We Newfuondlanders are living in God's Country , we don't need an extra pair of eyes in the back of our heads to go the food market , or Church or School or walks . I wouldn't trade NEWFOUNDLAND for any other place in the world NL. CANADA WILL ALWAYS BE MY COUNTRY HOME 🍁🇨🇦🍁
If you have never been to Newfoundland, put it on your bucket list!! As a western Canadian with plenty of fantastic nearby places to see, I finally toured Newfoundland about 5 years ago and WOW!! The landscape variety is like doing an earthly, and perhaps even beyond, trip around the world. And Yes, it is true, more friendly and kinder people you will not find. Do it!!
Best island vacation I've ever been on.
There up the street as thick as flys , Dirty socks upon there feet dirty rings around there eyes , if you ask them for a smoke you would swere to Christ there pipe was broke 😂😂😂
I have never been to NFLD Labrador, however I have met my fair share of Newfoundlanders. A more sweet, hilarious, kinder group of ppl you cannot find.
you should come just avoid coming in febuary 🤣🤣theres a 15 foot snowbank across the street from me
Thank you for your lovely, kind comment! I hope you have an opportunity to come and experience the beauty of our province and its people in person some day!
@@MCscarfacematt Where are you?
I have not heard this for at least 40 years but still knew every word
If you are not used to the accent, maybe, it's harder to understand. I would not translate "I's da b'y' as "I'm the boy", but rather, "I'm the guy". I wonder if at some point in English "boy" meant "guy" or "fellow" and not just "a male child".
Thank you for taking the time to apologize, a very "Canadian" thing to do!😉 My description of Newfoundlanders would be 'genuine'. For the most part they don't put on any airs, they are what they are and proud of it. We could all stand to be a little more that way!
Have you seen the Relax Rooster commercial? It's hilarious, a satire on the usual posh settings featured in their ads. It would have great, if it hadn't included that "I'se the b'y" which doesn't even fit with the farm visuals. Wouldn't "Turkey in the Straw" have been better?
'se The B'y that builds the boat and
I'se The B'y that sails her and
I'se The B'y that catches the fish and
Brings 'em home to Liza
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
Sods and rinds to cover your flake,
Cake and tea for supper
Cod fish in the spring of the year,
Fried in maggoty butter
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
I don't want your maggoty fish
They're no good for winter
Well I can buy as good as that,
Way down in Bonavista!
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
I took Liza to a dance,
As fast as she can travel,
And every step that she could take,
Was up to her knees in gravel
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
Susan White she's outta sight,
Her petticoat wants a border,
Well old Sam Oliver in the dark,
He kissed her in the corner!
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
I'se The B'y that builds the boat and
I'se The B'y that sails her and
I'se The B'y that catches the fish and
Brings 'em home to Liza
Hip-yer-partner Sally Tibbo
Hip-yer-partner Sally Brown
Fogo, Twillingate, Morton's Harbour,
All around the circle
Thank you for the lyrics. I recognize the melody but could not ever understand the words
The first American I've ever heard pronounce Newfoundland correctly.
Thank You for this. I appreciate that you were also displeased with that company . You do not owe us an apology. Always a pleasure to follow your videos. Stay well my American cousin.
Thank you so much for this. Especially since today (15th) is the anniversary of the sinking of the Ocean Ranger drill rig and the loss of 85 lives and I am feeling very sore-hearted. ❤ from St. John's.
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I think you did a fantastic job of showing what the words mean and also explaining what they means good for you
@@derrickabarbour2177I've never minded NL. being called a rock , that's true it's just a nick name and it doesn't make it any less beautiful !!🏘🏡🏠🏕
my wife has been to Newfoundland for work finest people in the world
Newfoundland is fabulous! Love the traditions, the landscape and best of all the people! They will never be defined by a VRBO commercial, but you are a gem to bring this to light as a discussion point, thank you!!
John F - in true Canadian style, NL has released a counter vrbo ad you may want to watch
Can you post it? @LoveCats9220 ?
Ty John for ur respect in his madder, yes I’m a newfie from Newfoundland but have not been home since 1992 when I moved out west in Alberta, Canada u and ur family. Lots of love from Canada me boi
My wife and I have spent two separate months in Newfoundland and Labrador both trips were fantastic. The food and hospitality are second to none. For any of you that is thinking about a very nice holiday you will really enjoy it
This is the first Newfie Jig any young Newfies of my generation learned. Anyone viewing Vrbo ad as a slight to NFLD should take my Grandfathers advice " it's just water off a ducks back" followed up by who gives a F*** what Vergal said about us (he was never good with names). What made Newfoundland unique from the rest of Canada was our ability to laugh at ourselves. We took jokes and instead of insulting other cultures we made ourselves the punchline. If this was 50 years ago Vrbo would be no more then a passing Newfie joke.
Harry Hibbs was the man who made that jig "I'se The B'y" Iconic, the best known version of this jig, and one of the most important recorded jigs in Newfoundland Culture. It is well worth a listen whether you make a video about it or not, I know you'll enjoy it. The Harry Hibbs at the Caribou which was a legendary club in Ontario that celebrated Newfie Culture. I can only find the instrumental version but there are two versions Harry and the Boys did.
Love the resilient and defiant attitude about this.
Vergal 😅
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 Every Newfoundland band and lots of folk singers have recorded a version of this song.
You should be drinking Screech, which is Newfoundland's beverage of choice. It's a form of re-distilled rum made from blended Jamaican rums. Originally, the term meant any home-brewed moonshine. But Newfoundland has strong historical ties to the Caribbean --- including many famous pirates who either came from or came to Newfoundland. Dried cod from The Rock has long been traded to Jamaica, where it is a big part of the local cuisine, and Jamaicans send their rum in payment. To this day, Newfoundlanders are rum drinkers, while mainland Canadians are more associated with rye whiskey. To be "screeched in" is a ceremony performed at pubs by which strangers are made honourary Newfoundlanders. The details are colourful.
You can purchase genuine Screech in Syosset, NY, which I gather is in your neck of the woods, from Grand Wine Cellar, but the price quoted there is outrageous.
Great Big Sea was a Newfoundland folk rock band from 1993 to 2013. Not only were they very popular across Canada, but when I stayed as a guest of some quite famous traditional Breton musicians in France, I learned that they are well-known and highly regarded there, and indeed known in the entire Celtic music world. Their work ranges from very traditional renderings of sea shanties to lively covers and mutations of modern rock songs.
i detest any one calling our lovely island a rock. 48 thousand square mile is hardly a rock
@@reg-g9x Since most Newfoundlanders I've known used the expression, it always came across to me as proud nickname conveying the place's solid, enduring qualities. Many places have such nicknames, and they are not meant to be literal. New York City is not actually a "big apple" --- that's a nickname. Chicago is called "Windy City" but you won't be blown down by hurricanes there. New Orleans has long been called "The Big Easy" ---and its citizens celebrate the nickname, even though nobody knows how it originated or what it actually means. When I was a kid, people in Toronto often referred to their city as "Hogtown," an expression that goes back to the 19th century. But they were quite proud of it, enjoying the irony of it as the city grew and prospered. That expression is now forgotten, but in 2015 the popular rapper Drake coined the nickname "The Six" and since then the younger generation uses it widely. People in Winnipeg call their city "Winterpeg," Citizens of Indiana call themselves "Hoosiers." Nova Scotians call themselves "Bluenosers" and are damn proud of it, no matter how silly it sounds. That's the point of a nickname. It's all about having a sense of humour .... and what are Newfoundlanders most famous for? Their sense of humour.
Btw, there's no size limit for a rock. The little pebble in an aquarium is a rock, and the Rock of Gibraltar, which is inhabited by 32,688 Gibraltarians, is a single rock, as well as being a constituant part of the United Kingdom on a par with England, Scotland or Wales. And of course, the whole planet Earth is the Third Rock from the Sun.
@@philpaine3068 i dont agree with the term , the rock, never did never will, its so much more, Our island home.,its anthem ode too newfoundland, and lambs navy rum seems too be the drink of choice in nfld now days
@@reg-g9x Well, that's obviously up to you. I would be surprised if there was any significant number of people in Newfoundland who follow your odd reasoning. You're certainly the first I've run across.
I was going to say, "Don't they drink Blue Star in N.L. any more? Guinness would be a pretty expensive drink I would say.
Newfoundland people are amazing they are the hardest working people in the country
Thank you for doing this John. You're a good'un
Great Big Sea ... awesome group with many NL and Irish hits. All around the circle = a drive you can take doing Fogo, Twillingate, Mortons Harbour and they call it the "circle" . The song is synonomis with Newfoundland and the fishery AND having a good time having a scuff (dance) . Always makes me homesick :)
A scoff and a scuff sounds even better.
This song is old and historic, but as a Newfoundlander and Newfpundland music lover, I can tell you that it's popularity was heightened by the rest of Canada latching onto it during the height of "Newfie jokes".
Newfoundland music has some of the best ballads and waltzes you mat ever hear, and although "Ise the b'y" is known and "represents" NL, it really is just a quirky tune that outsiders can latch onto easily. It was popular in music curriculum for other provinces.
To me the song itself is an extension of the Newfie Joke for others, or at the very least it stunts outsiders from having a real glimpse into Newfpundland Music.
NO, it isn't. You are too thin-skinned. It's a celebration of Newfoundland outport life. The hard work being done there in the fishery and the fun times that the poor fishermen and their family members have after the work is done. Great song!
Hi John , I have been so impressed with your sensitivity and humility . It is really wonderful how you are looking at Canada from so many angles , the good , bad and the ugly . Paying attention to our current news as well as our histories .
Hi Heather,
Thank you so much for your kind comments and for noticing the effort. I am so glad you are enjoying it and to make contacts with great people like you. 😊
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 😊
I remember learning to sing this song in grade school in the sixties!
I learned it in grades 1 through 3 (in the 80s). We were taught it as a Newfoundland song, but also as a Canadian song. Part of our heritage.
Exactly. It was an extension of the newfie joke. It had fishing and slang so it was great for laugh. Newfoundland music is some of the best folk on earth.
This song does not qualify.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg It is a complex song. It names various outports. It satirizes the Newfoundland outport lifestyle, I suppose, the harsh conditions and the light-hearted entertainment. It's also a kind of Newfoundland "Oh, my darling Clementine". It's a great song, but shouldn't have been used in this commercial to illustrate how poor the accommodation is if you deal with VRBO's competitiors.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg I'm in Kingston, Ontario now. i spent more time in St John's than anywhere else, but I've also lived in Hatchet Cove, T.B., Wareham, B .B., & Fogo Island where I was a teacher. I haven't been in N.L. since the end of 1977. I did make lots of weekend and summertime trips around the island in the 1970s. My perspective is historical, for sure.
@@RyanSheppard-tq4pg No, i spend most of my time these days obsessing over the poor healthcare system in Ontario and elsewhere in the country. The situation in Gaza is also top of mind. Then, there is the plight of the homeless across the country. The 1970s in Newfoundland and Labrador look like the "good ol' days" to me. N.L. is definitely a part of the country most Mainlanders know next-to-nothing about.
As always thank you friend❤️👊
Sorry about the Super Bowl shooting . I don’t know at times what gets into people .
Yes, terribly sad news, indeed! Condolences to all those who are mourning the loss of family and friends as a result of such senseless violence. 😢
I love the people’s from Newfoundland
Alan Doyle was in Great Big Sea band and other bands he has put out twenty albums. Great guy and also does the music for Son of Critch.
Great Big Sea is a popular band in Canada with lead singer Alan Doyle. Also two very good tv shows from Newfoundland are Republic of Doyle and Son of Critch.
maggoty means a lot of something.
Sods and rinds to cover your flake,
Cake and tea for supper
Cod fish in the spring of the year,
Fried in maggoty butter
The last line is saying “cod fish in the spring of the year, fried in a lot of butter”.
😂 Ohhhh. That makes more sense.
I just salivated at the line "Cod fish in the spring of the year". Makes me think of all the times as a kid, my parents would send me down to the wharf to get a salmon or codfish off whoever was coming in with a load of fish. You can't get fish any fresher than just out of the water. OMG! Got tears now.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 He's pulling your leg. Maggoty means "full of maggots". The spring was a very hard time for outport fisherman because the fishing season doesn't get underway for a couple more months. The fisherman might go on the seal hunt if they were lucky to be chosen. If they weren't chosen, their families would have very little to eat. Look up "maggoty" in the Dictionary of Newfoundland English. It's on line and free for the true definition. Somebody tried to say "maggoty" meant the best. Again, someone pulling other people's leg.
Thank you good sir for doing such a Canadian thing as apologising for something that was't your doing. I'm a Prince Edward Islander currently living in Vancouver and I so miss home. When I get a bit homesick I listen to our maritime music. Check out Barrets Privateers by Stan Rogers, an East Coast classic as well!
The rest of Canada stands with our Newfoundland brothers and sister's, you wont find any nicer ppl anywhere in the world period , 😊😊
I love the honesty and sincerity of your channel. I was born in Newfoundland, but I was 6 months old when I packed my bags and moved out West to Vancouver. At 34 I moved to New York and lived through 9/11 there and the East Coast blackout of 2003. I was lucky enough to experience NY for 10 years. My brother-in-law was a volunteer Fireman who lost his life on 9/11. I'm back in Canada now, And your channel gives me a new perspective on the Great White North. Thank you!! BTW I went to an Islanders game out at the Nassau Coliseum. Was so much fun!
Thank you
Newfoundlanders are the last people on earth ignorant people can insult and get away with it. Thanks for your support. Please visit some day.
NL is an island of where people can give a joke , take a joke , and party out loud , " NOT " a country of Hatred , Greed , and Lawsuits !!! 🤔😒
I love that listen to music from Canada, and not just watch videos about our history. It’s so refreshing.
Hi friend. Me too. I’m so glad you liked it. 😊🇨🇦🇺🇸
First and foremost , as a Newfoundlander , I really appreciate that you took the time to learn how to properly say Newfoundland. Your choice of Great Big Sea was a good one. They do more modernized “Jig & Reels” . Thanks for the love . ✌️💕
Ha, I’m so glad you noticed. Most Americans say it like Newfinlind. My accent would naturally say it that way too. But I pay attention to the way people pronounce it in vids that I’ve done about your awesome home and it’s second nature to me now. 😊. Thanks for noticing.
Some of it is definitely nonsensical!😅 But it's a great traditional dance tune!
Thank you again for the respect for Newfoundland and Labrador, and for our people. Tourism NL (Provincial Department of Tourism) has released a new video yesterday featuring "I's the B'y" and it's gorgeous! I hope you can find it and have a look!
I really suggest you go there John. The first time I went to the west coast of Nfld. landing at Deer Lake by Corner Brook. I had no idea they had mountains there and incredible wildlife, lakes and scenery. Second time I went to the east coast landing in St. John's and its rock, hills and ocean for sure. Saw three whales breech on a whale tour and drank beer from 2,000 year old iceberg water. Main street has the most bars on one street in Canada and all with someone playing music. Get Screeched IN where you are there and you will become an honourary Newfoundlander like me. You will have to kiss the cod however.
Great Big Sea is fantastic and that whole album is wonderful - I'm sure you'd enjoy each and every song on it.
Alan Doyle was the main lead singer and, if you want to get that kitchen party ('kitchen ceilidh') vibe - complete with the pint of Guinness in hand, the crowd singing along and other people being pulled up on stage, check out "Barrett's Privateers/Molly Malone, Alan Doyle Trio w. Bruce Guthro, Damhnait Doyle, Stuart Cameron" filmed at Halifax's famed Lower Deck Pub.
we are strong...resilient...hard working people with a hilarious side...most of us don't sweat the small stuff...
Love it.
Vrbo took the commercial off TH-cam and will not show it again. They apologized to the Minister of Tourism as he contacted them. He expressed his disappointment with the ad.
I hope that you have had nothing but the best of your time in house. I don't want to stop but as I must take THIS!!😎
despite everything that can be said about the Newfoundland and Labrador across Canada,
I am French Canadian and Quebecois, these people are friendly and natural, in all friendship what else very good video
Great show, as always!!
Dearest John: I’m the old lady (75) from Winnipeg who loves your channel! I spent a week in Newfoundland and fell in love with it. Lately I have been considering moving there.But family is more important to me. I have lost both of my brothers and one sister. I still have one sister and I won’t leave Manitoba while she is with us. Also, I have my adult son to consider.
But that is how much I fell in love with Newfoundland. It’s an absolutely wonderful place with wonderful people. I hope you visit there one day. (Also visit Manitoba - my province is beautiful too! Many people don’t realize …
Nancy, you made my day with this comment and it makes my efforts worth while. You’re not an “old lady” you’re a classy lady with the wisdom of life and I’m so honored to have made a connection with you. I’ve been remiss in my education about Manitoba so I’ll be reacting to something about your province soon. Love from Long Island NY.
Hi John; I think something you might be interested in would be what is referred to as “The Gimli Glider”. It’s about a Boeing 767 flight from Toronto to Winnipeg. The plane ran out of gas (!) about an hour and a half from Winnipeg and the miraculous landing by its crew in the small town of Gimli, Manitoba. There are a number of videos made about it. It’s quite incredible.
There are a variety of versions of this song as with all folk songs. Always fun! Extremely witty and funny folk our Newfies. IE Rick Mercer
You must check out the band The Great Big Sea!!! They are an amazing band! ... Fun fact my Aunt was in one of their videos and was paid a Lonnie lol. You must check out the video where the lead singer Alan Doyle sang to your President while visiting Canada it was amazing!!!
Canadians will always step forward to help regardless of whether they are suffering under a tyrannical government as we currently are.
B'y don't worry about it. Most of us know that we only have so many days in our lives, that we won't waste any on ingorant people. If those peoples ad stopped someone going to the Rock, their loss bud. You are missing spectacular. In fact you can find spectacular all over Canada. Sure it takes money to visit Canada, but you go outside the cities and there are things to see that will blow you away, and those things are free for the viewing.
Love Great Big Sea!
Great Big Sea have a great catalogue of music. Check out some more
I'm going to have to look up that commercial. I wasn't aware of it. As a maritimer, NB, so closh...ish (well, canadian "close") to NFLD, and have been there a couple of times, I have never met friendlier people, and to have the chance to see such beautiful landscapes. I hope I have a chance to get back there in the near future, I miss spending time there.
Thanks my friend for this video. I think people are over reacting to this but as someone who is from an area close to Gander and from a town thats mentioned in that song. This song is very special to me as my father grew up in the 40's 50'5 and 60's as a fisherman. I appreciate your videos. I lived all over the US for 12 years and had a bed and breakfast for years in my home town. I met people from all over the US including your state. Keep up the great videos.
I've always loved this song!! We sang it as kids in the '60s and' 70s!! So much fun to sing!!! ❤❤❤
You may like to check out "The Great Big Sea" as well!!! They're a pop/traditional band from Newfoundland!!! They did quite well on the Canadian airways thru the 2000s!!!
John, water of a ducks back buddy. I come from a place in Newfoundland called BlowMeDown, you gets thick skin coming from a place with a name like that. Cheers, take a shot of Screech.
Thanks John. From you half newfie friend living in ontario.
Great Big Sea, eh? That reminds me, I need to listen to their rendition of The Chemical Worker's Song on repeat a few times.
Such a good song!!! Especially live!
living in NL the only people that seem to be offended are the politicians the people are more pissed off at the government than they are about the ad newfoundland is a different culture so the vacation rentals arnt typically what people would expect i mean hell my one hotel stay here my room was across the transcanada highway from where i checked in and the walls between the rooms didnt even go all the way to the ceiling. so it wasnt what i was expecting but was still fine
Thanks for the testimonial but Newfies are really resilient folks. Pretty sure they'll pay no attention to whatever company that was. Those who mind don't matter. Those who matter don't mind.
Love that sentiment.
Check out Great Big Sea from Newfoundland the greatest ambassadors they are a great band and proud Newfoundlanders....the negativity just doesn't fly because we Canadians know just how great Newfoundland is!!!
newfoundlanders have big shoulders , we can carry the load lol
I have no doubt
Although I was unaware of the "controversy", if they upset Newfoundlanders, they upset me. You might want to make one of your reactions "Sea Shanty Medley" by Pentatonix., These are the maritime songs we grew up with (and it's fun). I love that you are as interested in my country, as I am in yours. Thanks!
Thanks my friend
You should check out Great Big Sea. Awesome band. Their front man Alan Doyle has some great music on his own too as well as being an Actor whose friends with Russell Crow I believe.
Alan was not singing lead on this song” Séan McCann sang it
@John F - American Reacts Not Guinness or Stout, but a good old shot of Screech (Newfoundland Rum). No need to apologize for slights by an American firm, we know you love us, and we love you too. My wife is from Newfoundland, and I'm a mainlander... one who has been "Screeched- in" though. You want some really good Newfie comedy or even some true Newfoundland sentimentality, I'd love to see you do some reactions to "Buddywasisname and the other Fellows". They do a wonderful mix of traditional Newfoundland folk song and straight out comedy. I'd recommend to you "Da Vette, Da Yammie, Da Chopper, Da Mower, and last but not least, Da BBQ". The accent is heavy when they do that, but my gawd you'll die laughing when you catch on! Love you John F ... never stop doing what you do! Cheers!
Newfoundlanders and Cape Bretoners have a lot in common. A lot of kitchen parties, music, welcoming, and would give you the shirt off of their backs as the saying goes. Many have Celtic Roots. Alan Doyle was the front singer in the group "Great Big Sea", and is now on his own, I won't get into a long ramble, byt just wanted to mention he met Russell Crowe, and eventually Russell asked him to be one of the merry men in the movie Robin Hood. I do have some Scottish roots, but generally say I'm a Hynes 57.
@Scroopiej - This is one of my favourite stories....about when Alan Doyle and Russell Crowe were at an event somewhere in the US and Russell Crowe offered to give him a ride home on his private jet. I won't spoil it with a recap but it's worth a watch! th-cam.com/video/L3honmsNV7I/w-d-xo.html
I'm t boy who catches the fish and brings it home to my family , support the families , a hard worker who feeds his family
Respect to any fishermen
Taylor swift has enough attention! Nothing to do with football! I wish she wasn’t mentioned ever during a football game. Thanks for video ❤️👊
Newfoundland is a great place with wonderful people.
Look only Americans feel they can say whatever they want about other people and get away with it. Being Canadian we really do not care what Americans say about us. We know who we are and that is enough for us.
I know other Canadians make “Newfie” jokes and from what I understand this was in consultation with Vrbo Canada arm to make dig on Airbnb. Who the hell knows. But really, don’t make this about Americans to me. I’m not the bad guy.
Great Big Sea is a must!
In Newfoundlander lingo, maggoty doesn't mean maggots, maggotty means dirty, ie: dirty butter, dirty fish. Butter with toast crumbs, etc, etc. We don’t want your dirty fish, we’ll eat someone else’s fish.
Saw Great Big Sea at a free concert at Concordia University in downtown Montreal. 35 years ago?
Not all versions of I's the B'y are as fast as Great Big Sea's.
I am a newfoundlander,,I don't take offense,, people that have never been to our island or have never met us ,,seem to have the most to say
You watch Canadian news ?
Hardly any Canadians do these days !
I watch the news everyday. Both in French at noon on TVA and in English at 18:00 on CTV.
@jod4343
Well good for you. Too bad you are hearing what is really happening in this country. You will learn more from the news in India, Australia, and the UK
Black watch snipers please? Family day here in Canada tomorrow, which means a long cold walk with wife and dog lol! I wish everyone always - have a great day regardless of anything.
Hi Brother. Yes, I’ve heard you about the black watch. I’ve looked into a few videos and trying to find a good one, that’s a good time for this format and where it’s not spoiled for me. Soon.
Fogo, Twillingate and Mortons Harbour are place names
If you ever come to Newfoundland just let us know, you'll have a place to stay 🙂
Thanks Joe. I do want to get there.
Despite the strong Irish heritage in the East coast the most popular beers out that way are IPAs, lagers and pilsners.
Hi James. IPAs are my favorite but I like most styles of beer. I’d be happy with a nice crisp Pilsner.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 I'm also someone who just enjoys beer in a general sense, and I'm also someone who very much loves beer that is quite hops forward. Not usually into the dark side though personally - stouts, porters and brown ales aren't my fave - but I always open to trying them. Never know what happy surprises you'll find when you try new things. I discovered that I really like Sours several years ago, especially on a hot summer's day and I tried a Raddler a few summers ago and found that I really like them too.
Newfies are the nicest people on the planet who will literally, give you the shirt off their backs, so of course an American company will disrespect them.
Great Big Sky was a Canadian band from the 80s, the song however, is older than I am and I'm 64.
I wish I shared your love for your neighbours, most of America makes that impossible for me and that's sad.
It's great big SEA
@@larrynelson4909 😂 so it is. I made the same mistake in the 80s, so feeling pretty stupid right about now. 😆
My family watches the news every day on CTV
I hate sports and blocked everything related to the Superbowl. I don't know what I missed. I'm sure it would piss me off.
Also....th-cam.com/video/Vo-himiebEg/w-d-xo.html
What advertisement?😮🤔🤨
Look up great big sea
U should be drinking Newfie Screech
So I’ve heard. Need to look into what that is.
@@johnf-americanreacts1287 my son went fisheries and oceans a 4 month training at RCMP Depot he was only 22 at the time and when he got there and got there there was 3 or 4 on the same plane and took him like a duck to water, they really we so good to him they were all older but my lad extremely shy lad thought there was no people like them!! When they went to bars they were the entertainment my son say the group of them had the best time they played every kind of musical instrument going!! Oh and they screeched my son in to make him an honorary Newfoundlander!
It's not nonsensical, you just don't understand it.
Instead of being snarky, you might want to explain it to him.
@@jackiebuttnor8410 Nothing snarky about it.
The people from NFL I have encountered are among the best people I've ever met. Absolutely genuine, and for the most part, patient with "from away" people--whether they deserve the consideration or not. They seem to "own" the term "Newfie". @frankdunn6653 said it best. I consider it an honour to be a citizen of the same country as they are. Their history is so impressive, well worth diving into. I've dreamed of going there, but can't really afford to travel much. So I virtually travel around "the rock" from Corner Brook to St. John's and back, using satellite maps on the internet to go see many places not on the main roads.