Really? What are the chances. Sometimes there’s an energy that brings remarkable things about. I’m 61 yrs old and I can tell you it’s extremely rare, but it happens.
I planned on just watching for three minutes and keeping it pushin, but this conversation was so legit that I watched the whole thing. I hope y’all stayed in touch.
This is how every black and white kid treated each other in Kindergarten; as human beings deserving of each other's thought and respect. Isn't it scary what society can do to us?
@@Oh-uk5ee I did in NYC. In kindergarten, all the little kids were friends. I think things start to go sideways when we teach kids about slavery. I don't think teachers are equipped with the skills to teach history and empathy and to give young minds a real understanding of history. One of the first things you learn is how Columbus was a "great" man who "found" America. Lying to kids and for what? The truth about Columbus would give kids nightmares.
This isn't the case for every child and especially adults during their experiences as children. There are so many that deal with racism at such a young age, even and especially by other youth. And it is usually because children repeat taught behavior, especially bigotry.
I’m glad someone noticed, when we learned about race and MLK in I think 3rd or 4th grade my neighbor called me a racist for telling her to please move her bikes off our front lawn that have been there for a week. Kids shouldn’t learn about race when they’re so impressionable. people aren’t naturally racist, it’s taught. So kids should be able to live growing up exposed to different races and ideas so they know it’s normal for people to be different. I don’t think things like this should be learned till highschool at the earliest, kids are nasty and emotional in middle school and highschool.
Racism doesn’t exist in the same way anymore. Whatever the media is parroting, is what the government and society is pushing. Time and time again we see that being an anti white narrative, not the reverse. _“If you’re not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing”_ - Malcolm X.
Not just racism, pretty much all “isms”. Prejudices are often created due to a lack of understanding (most commonly ignorance) or basic exposure between 2 or more parties.
Every person I’ve ever heard speak who lives/lived in Africa is always so insightful and well spoken. the level of experience they have from both first and third world countries is insane
so pumped to hear that, that's exactly what i was hoping people would do, like a podcast kind of thing. And i really appreciate the feedback, makes me think maybe this kind of format might work every now and then. be well my dude!
because we as american people are actually unintelligent apes, incapable of setting aside our differences due to color of skin. Nevertheless, this video does make me dream of a utopia where we can all be equal
My exact thoughts, why are people so cruel to want to treat someone who doesn’t have the same skin colour differently to them? He seems like he really enjoyed Eddie’s company and vice versa
Man this dude is mad cool. Seems like the kind of guy you’d invite over for Christmas dinner and he’d bring his whole family. And it’d be the best Christmas ever. Faith in humanity restored!
@@nutrafaden8115 I believe he meant that if you'd invite him over for christmas dinner, he probably wouldn't come, cuz muslims don't celebrate christmas. But I think the first comment could be right, he is that cool that he probably would come with his whole family, even if they didn't celebrate christmas! :D
@@SuperPentti why would any muslim come to a Christian household, to clelebrate christmas which celebrates the birth of something they see as false? It gies against there own religion.
Honestly this is the most genuine and positive conversation I've seen in a while, we as people need to be more open and stop being so closed minded. Just because your different than someone doesn't make you better or them worse, I love your videos man this made my day, btw I'm a new viewer and have been binge watching your vids
I think it has to do with his good spirit. He hasn’t had it easy but he has a big smile on his face and seems to be incredibly understanding. Something the world needs more of.
I have to be honest here, when he said that he faced racism I though it was the usual kind of racism (you know, like some white people being assholes due to his skin and so on) but I had never thought a black man from Africa could get rejection and racism from black-Americans. It kinda makes sense as I know that in the past centuries some older italians/Irish immigrants who had already integrated in the US society did display hate and racism towards new Italian/Irish immigrants, as I learned in my school, but I still didn't expect that nor realise how similar these situations are. I'm an Italian guy and I've lived in Italy my whole life, so thank the Lord I've never had to go through this. I'm deeply sorry for anyone who goes through these bad experiences, I hope you all will hold strong 💪
What’s actually crazy is African people don’t like African Americans because they think we’re stupid and African Americans don’t like African people because they think they’re better! It’s so dumb and ignorant all around.
i am heard albanian immigrants in greece calling another albanian new immigrant fucking albanian thief and racist things like that it was nuts to hear it from an albanian to another racist is not always white to black or black to white
Sadly saw it coming. It has gotten to a point where African Americans are now culturally closer to the western world than Africa itself. A lot of them dont respect the people from there yet wants to appropriate their culture
The nigerian license part is so accurate, we just buy it, some don't even buy it, they just go on the road and start driving, whenever they're caught they'll bribe the cops
@@Base_Bass_Forte I swear in Mexico you could get caught with a dead body, an M60 machine gun, and 10 kilos of coke in your trunk and if you have enough money you could still bribe your way out of it
I got a little sad when he said African immigrants who are Muslim get stereotyped the most. In my experience they are one of the most friendly and emphathetic people ever. Super polite, but warm and open at the same time. One time I was wearing a shirt that said Tanzania on it, and a black man came up to me very excited saying "I am from there! I can't believe someone who isn't black is wearing a Tanzania shirt" and we both had a really good convo.
I was in Tanzania 3 years ago, it was fantastic, everyone was very accommodating. It could seriously do with investment though: roads are limited to 50 mph and no street lights. Saw people cutting grass in 32C with scythes. It seems that China is mostly involved with infrastructure investment (first with Uhuru railway, now with many construction and dock projects). Some African people I speak to see it as neoimperialism (as does Admiral Sestak), others are more sympathetic.
We're all the same man, it saddens me to hear how bad some humans can be to their brothers. Nice conversation lads, wish more people were like you guys
This was honestly a very beautiful interaction between two well thought out human beings. I get depressed and upset a lot due to the state of racial issues in our society but it’s videos like this that keep me believing in our society. We will become better people we just need more conversations like these. Sincerely, from a white man.
I totally agree. It's also genuinely nice to see other people have these kinds of interactions. Coz I have had so many experiences of a similar nature. They're difficult to describe to people, that "you had to be there" moment. But with this genius project he's got going, we can sort of "be there", in a way. So cool.
I loved this so much! It's so fun to learn about other cultures and about people who aren't just the same as me! Thanks to to the passenger for agreeing to let us eavesdrop on your convo!
This is beautiful...I actually started to cry. This is how we should be talking to each other. God bless both of you and thank you so much for making this available for us to watch.
Ah, such a rare ocurrence, a person, a human with soul and emotion, so delicately and briefly understanding and marveling at the true beaty of human connection. I can't explain it but in a way it's incredible and such a warming, treasured feeling of mine when I observe sympathy, harmony, and mutual companionship through what can be so unremarkable and simple of an interaction. I didn't cry but, I perfectly understand what you mean.. We are very sentimental beings and I find that to be both a disadvantage and an advantage in daily life.. But it is beautiful. Beautiful.. You, @TheDestruktr , are a very very rare specimen of the youtube comments.. I always feel very alone when I find something of such a simple and natural nature so touching, and I always am left to think that I'm just.. weird, that I'm just different.. That I think too deeply about simple things, and it very much excites me and fills me with happiness to see the words "I actually started to cry".. Thank you so much for this comment.
Damn, is this really such a big deal? I mean I'm from Slovakia, where there are barely any black people, so I always assumed most people in a situation like this would act the same. The fact that this brought you to tears is alarming. The fact that this is seen as something extraordinary. Damn
@@Luksed12 Yeah I actually do agree with you, despite my previous reply, which I still stand by to, I think that the fact that this type of kindness and interaction between people *isn't* normal is kind of sad, and people shouldn't be treating kind people as heroes as if they were doing something "extraordinary" like you said, they're just simply being nice and being standard, like you'd expect. In the US, many people are so *un*kind and full of themselves that the normal ends up being selfishness and rudeness. It's not like that in all parts of the world though and a lot of people specifically in the US don't realize that. I lived in the US for 13 years of my life and when I was 14 in 2019 I moved to Argentina, in South America due to my parents being from here and financial/family related reasons and I almost feel like people are too nice over here like idk, people just smile and help you out and you can like walk up to someone on the street and ask for idk directions and, maybe it's just me but I felt like the people in the US, at least the in part that I lived in, weren't so kind to strangers and just so chill in general. A lot more to be said here but I don't wanna be like those redditors lol so, appreciate if you read this, if not tbh I don't blame you. That's just how I feel
@@Luksed12 @Luksed I dont understand your point. I wasnt referring to the rarity of people being nice to each other, I was referring to the quality of the interaction that was had here. The passenger had no problem opening up to his driver about many different things in his life, and the driver was very receptive and pleasant. These two formed a bond during the span of a car ride. That's what I'm talking about. I'm not a very cultured person so learning about the way of life for other people always grasps me. In a world that grows increasingly divided this brought light to my day. Sorry, I guess I'm too human. I'll go change that.
honestly such a great conversation. This was definitely one of the less uncomfortable talks about racism and shit that I've seen/had between people, so props to you for relating but not trying to relate too hard to the point where he feels like you're trying to like one-up him or some shit, idk lmao nice convo.
I really enjoyed this video and was left wanting more. I’m going to share it on my Twitter feed because I feel we need more open discussions like this one. My husband was from Kenya and he shared similar feelings as Muhammad. Keep up the great work Eddie.🤗
This guy is the cutest, coolest, nicest most laid back down to earth Uber driver I have ever seen...props to him and his folks for raising a good man!!!
was great minus the part where the passenger didnt put his seatbelt on lmfao. i got a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt so now i notice if people don't wear it
What a nice conversation between you and this man, thanks Eddie for sharing this with us ( eres un hombre muy amable con tus pasajeros ....You are so KIND to your passengers)
i hope you remember the part of the video what i talked about how impressed i am with bilingual (or more) individuals! I think of it every time i see your comments ... and gracias for the translation haha
He is one of the most friendly people ive ever seen. I find the one on one interactions we have in the real world like this with anyone of any race gender or religion. Tend to be the most influential ones. When youre in a vehicle with somebody and you both feel comfortable and smiling. Youre more willing to share than in a group of people who are all different. You learn a lot. You realize we are all so similar. He reminds me of an Indian guy who worked at his fathers convenience store down the road from where I lived. He was like mid 20's early 30's. Super friendly guy and absolutely loved to talk about how much culture shock he experienced coming to America and how friendly people tend to be. He was such a nice guy and his dad was too. His dad was the old school aggressive stand offish kind of muslim man. Very traditional. But super friendly guy once you got him talking. He didnt know english very well but his kids did. They were such nice people and i applaud them for taking the opportunities in this country some of us dont. Come at people with kindness and love and you might meet someone who could change your entire perspective on the world/country you live in
Great chat with awesome content. Props to Muhammad in learning multiple languages and dealing with adversity in such a professional way. Here's a young guy full of knowledge and willing to share.
Watched it full and through, literally made me smile & laugh more times than i can count. Both of you guys, such cool & open minded doods. I wish you both the best, thanks for teaching us a little something. I learned a lot in this 20 minute video and i really look forward to my content like this. Stay up my friends, best of luck!!!
This is truly amazing! If you take out the news, politics and all that BS this is generally how people will treat each other. I understand that we have our extremes on every side of the fence but generally we know how to treat each other. I just wish there was more of this type of content put out there. Sad thing is, all this country wants to do is put out all the negative crap to turn everyone against each other because literally NO ONE turns on the news wanting to watch feel good stories. Its sad that all the good things in this life doesn't get the attention that it needs and deserves. Awesome job Eddie on knowing how to listen and communicate. Well done!
Last time I took an Uber home an African guy drove me, think he was from Nigeria as well, we didn’t exactly have this same conversation but he was so insightful to me when I mentioned I was learning guitar, he started giving me a lot of advice about finding band mates and he was super motivational when he didn’t have to be, it was his choice and it made me really happy ^^ I thanked him a lot. Before I left the car I mentioned really wanting to try a cultural dish of his, fufu & egusi, we had a laugh about it and soon went out separate ways. This man Carries that same genuine qualities that the Uber driver had, I wish more ppl in America could be more honest and genuine with each other ❤
thanks so much for watching! and who knows, maybe one day we'll cross paths in the uber (and you can find out its all an act ; ) jk jk ) be well my dude
I love this video. It reminds me of an African Uber driver I had in London, we got talking on similar subjects and I became curious about where he is from. He told me that earlier that day he had been at his brothers African style wedding and promptly pulled over, took me out of the car to the trunk to show me the outfit he had been wearing and to give me some goodies from the wedding. Like this guy says, screw stereotypes and don't make assumptions. There are good and bad humans in all races and the good far outweighs the bad. Don't allow the media to poison your mind and remember to keep your heart open to people from all walks of life, trust me it feels great!
Not all stereotypes are bad though , theres plenty that are positive attributes to specific cultures Like the fact that Asians are looked at as academically advanced and hard working, thats a stereotype, but its also not wrong. Or that black people are more physically advanced or better at sports, thats a stereotype but its also accurate Even the negative ones arent at bad as long as it's not interfering with how you treat people Like the stereotype that white people can't dance, its a negative stereotype but its funny because it's true.. and it doesn't hurt anyone to hold that stereotype Or that black people love fried chicken Its a steryotyoe and its true, which makes it funny Then only time stereotypes are inappropriate is when they dictate how to treat other people without actually knowing them, but there's such thing as harmless stereotypes.
I don't think this is an uncomfortable convo. This is a Convo between two people with different perspectives. I enjoyed this video immensely. I'm happy you left it uncut. I'm Even more happy it occurred. If we only had more of this. Here is the deal Proximity breeds familiarity, familiarity breeds compassion and compassion breeds love. That's all we need and this video shows all of that. Thank you for sharing. This quite literally made my night. 💯🔥💜
The title is a play on Emmanuel Acho’s segment by the same name, (if you enjoyed this video, check his out, you might enjoy his as well). But the thing is... those conversations in Acho’s segments never happen in real life to the average joe (of any race). I kind of hate the title in the sense that I think it’s ridiculous to reduce Muhammad to “a black man” just as it would be if I reduced him to “a guy wearing a green jacket.” Second, nothing about this was uncomfortable. I think that’s what people don’t realize when imagining interacting with someone different than them: people are only as different as you believe them to be, and it’s only going to be as uncomfortable as you believe it to be. Hope you guys enjoy the video, would love to hear your thoughts on it.
First time seeing this channel, third video I've seen from it. I really did tear up watching this and it hits so very hard to see an interaction like this with even the basic questions having an impact. It was greatly uplifting to see this
It’s strange, sitting on this side of it, that anyone would give you less then five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I have been watching your videos here and there. But now you have me hook line and sinker, I have finally subscribed and hope I can get you more subscribers by sharing videos like this on my FB with family and friends!
These conversations get awkward when the people having the conversation aren’t open minded. This is a great example of two “opposites” having an open minded conversation (I have opposites in quotations bc that’s how the world would perceive these two men).
Yep, I have a group of friends with wildly different backgrounds AND political compass. It always sparks good discussions from many point of views and none of us are butthurt about our differences. Some people just cannot stand the idea that people are different from them hence the "one race human race" bullshit.
Such a wholesome conversation. Even when talking about racism they were so friendly to each other. I couldn’t help but smile throughout the whole video. Thank you for posting this.
African people are treated different than African Americans(foundational black Americans) in America… yeah generally they’re chill, hardworking.. That’s that immigrant parenting
These two HUMANS, are the most well-rounded, positive, straight forward, and insightful HUMANS in the world. Racism ends when we start recognizing people as humans. Not as Asian, middle eastern, white, black, etc.
I had to think about if i agreed or not but it's actually a true statement. The only problem is there will always be some way to separate one another. Even if we didnt have different ethnicity, then another divide could be who has more money or who is stronger or weaker etc. Its sad to say but maybe we can get there one day
@@philliprobertson1347 theres only man, and women. and dont ecpect me to accept "who you are" if you got a gender op when you didnt even accepted yourself (unpopular opinion)
this video brings such joy to my heart. it goes to show that anyone can get along, it’s not the outside of the person it’s the inside. the more we look at personalities instead of physical features, the more we can progress as a community as a whole.
@@von... better than a podcast Bc the mic doesn’t blare in your ears at the slightest laugh lol sometimes when they laugh in the mic it sounds like an explosion
One night I was driving UBER with a Nigerian native and he was saying the same about driving in that country. He also told me that, if you get caught with a gun there, you could get blamed for every robbery that was committed since the last weapon conviction ................ ! Hmmm !
@@dantewhitley1842 conservative black people are also concerned about what you're doing wrong. We really don't need liberals telling black people they're not responsible for their actions because of their skin color.
That is an example of a great human being. I don't care what you look like, but I do care how you act and represent yourself. Nothing but love for both of these stand up men!
8:36 The stereotyping is terrible. I'm black, and I attended a predominantly white schools. It was always hard for me to make friends, well it still is (I don't think I have any) hadn't seen or spoken to a friend in over 4 years. I do engage with their social media profiles but they never seem to engage with mine (Sara does. I love you Sara). At any-rate, the school I attended only had a hand full of black people, and oddly enough, a major majority of the kids in the school would self-segregate. This is something adults do as well it's disgusting, but probably human nature. I was never really a big fan of 2000's > rap music, (after cash money Everybody get your roll on I just had it with money, cars, and hoes, and of course gun bars. Also I was never materialistic like that, in fact I despised materialism so it was only natural that I just lost interest in a lot of rap music. BUT I was unaware of how big an issue that would create for me. I struggled to make black friends, because I didn't reflect that rap culture enough, I suppose. Like Obama, I speak in paragraph form and annunciate my words clearly, as my father taught me (gee, thanks dad). But I may trip over some of words and I have a slight stutter, so I guess that makes me more like Biden. I think my speech patterns are what they'd pick up on. Immediately, they'd interrupt to ask one of the shittiest questions in human history, "why do you talk white?" Talk White? My dumb ass, listening to my dad's out of touch advice again, would usually respond in kind, "I talk right not white." In hindsight I realize this is may have been taken as an insult, as I'm not only defending myself I'm insulting the other person who CHOOSES to speak that way. I never embraced the ignorance as my peers of the same race did. (Being smart wasn't something they (mostly guys) valued as much as I did (presumably of course)). So I never really got along with the black kids as well as I wanted to. I never felt I was missing out on anything because they were always so enveloped in rap, and rap culture, everything was always about rap music. (again this was mostly if not all the males) On the other end of the spectrum there's the white kids. They were different. if I'm being 100% honest I envied the fact that they could be anything they wanted, and just be left alone. They could be rednecks, hillbillies, country, goths, geeks, nerds, recluse, preppy, or just plain normal and usually no one would mess with them about their personality. But if you were black, your whole world had to be rap music or face being ostracized and/or bullied (the black girls didn't really care too much about your personality reflecting rap culture. They were always nice, when they weren't going off on someone who probably deserved it). However whereas the black kids would actually engage with me initially before the ostracization, certain sects of the white kids would never interact with me. It always seemed like the ones what would, I'd first have to demonstrate that I'm not like 'the other black people' (I felt gross typing that). Some of the white kids would even come up to me, and just flat out say it, "you're not like the other black people," *Blink *Blink, oh pray tell, "what do you mean?" I'd ask. "Well you don't ACT BLACK," they'd manage to eke out, as my teeth clenched, in order to ensure my facial reaction wouldn't change. They say this almost as if they were relieved to find this out, and I'd be offended if it weren't so cringe-worthy. But I guess if I'm putting myself in their shoes, finally getting the chance to talk to a black person 1 on 1 like that you'd have some questions, so usually I'd just laugh it off, responding, "yeah I know," and we'd change that awkward subject quickly. Man bridging racial gaps is hard for some people. To all the geeks, nerds and goths out there, I always appreciated you guys the most, race was never an issue. sorry I'm typing so much. I must be socially starved.. I don't even care if anyone ever reads this. This was therapeutic for me, and if you did get this far I thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading.
Brilliant video Eddie. It was as if the dude was your long-lost brother/best friend. I really enjoyed this one, I love the Dudes accent. Y'all was vibing throughout the whole ride.
This almost made me tear up bro. I felt the genuineness and good vibes through the screen on my phone so easily. Yall sound like two good people who got to meet each other randomly and have a great convo almost like you two meeting was suppose to happen.
9 months ago you posted this video. Everyone today needs to see this and really acknowledge the messages this video provides. The division in this country is a sickness. You posting this is a work of art. This needs to be shared to all your friends and family for anyone who see this comment. Have a wonderful day.
That guy ( the passenger ) is very intelligent and grounded, I enjoyed that conversation and it’s another demonstration of how we are ALL more alike than different, I just wish more people would realise it and stop all the unnecessary BS. Good video Eddie 👍🇳🇬🇺🇸🇬🇧
Such a cool dude, and you got on with him pretty well, I can see you guys being friends outside of the Uber experience. He had some funny stories too. Great video Eddie
Love this video more people need to shut up and just listen to others. It’s easy to hate it’s hard to love and understand. I loved listening to this video and am a big supporter of the channel! Keep up the grind!
I really enjoyed watching this interaction. All we need to do is reach across the divide and talk more to each other, instead of merely reacting to what we assume we already know. Thank you for sharing. You gained a new Sub.❤️
I didn’t think this conversation was uncomfortable at all. Maybe the topic could be construed as uncomfortable but you guys had really incredible conversation flowing. I understand it can be awkward to tiptoe through these topics, but you guys are both very comfortable with each other. Also, his laugh had me cracking up. How contagious 🙂
I don’t know it just me but I can feel his energy and such a pure soul very rare for me to come in contact with he is a catch ladies he is so wise and intelligent
I don’t think he meant it as in he was in an uncomfortable situation with the man himself, I’m pretty sure he meant that the conversation topics themselves can be an uncomfortable thing to talk about. Especially with someone you just met.
"what i really like about this ride is it was a normal human interaction between two strangers." He isn't saying that it was an uncomfortable situation, it was obviously regarding the topic itself.
Thanks Ed, for posting this.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Iv just found your channel and listening to your conversation with this particular customer was I feel very interesting especially during period where race is so much in the agenda today. Really useful for me to hear an African’s perspective (pros&cons on living in the west and why they wish to make America their home ) You have gained a new subscriber.
"it was all hinging on this moment" I thought, as I felt a bead of sweat begin to form under the brim of my favorite hat. I look at his hand to start calculating the trajectory of what I hoped would be my Magnum Opus of shake-ups. Our eyes looking away, after locking for the last time. I sincerely say "it was nice to meet you man" moments before my hand approaches terminal velocity, perfectly on target. - it lands perfectly, just like the simulations. I didn't know it then, but everyone around the world began clapping as the raw energy of our shake-up permeated across the world faster than the speed of light. - "Alright sounds good man, I hope you have a good one!" and just like that, it was over; a fleeting moment.
One of the most wholesome videos I've watched in quite some time. I hope you guys exchanged numbers, you two seem to have hit it off and could be good friends.
In what's probably the craziest thing that's happened in my youtube career, Mohamed and I are now neighbors : th-cam.com/video/HGFt5kKPo2k/w-d-xo.html
No way, am binging your videos and it’s crazy that you just put this comment up here. Gonna watch that video right now! :)
Really? What are the chances. Sometimes there’s an energy that brings remarkable things about. I’m 61 yrs old and I can tell you it’s extremely rare, but it happens.
I love this so much.
that is nice to hear.
Love this upload… am African and I concur 😀
This is the most comfortable “uncomfortable” conversation I’ve ever witnessed.
FUCKING AGREED. I never, ever, ever felt the slightest uncomfortable in the whole video. I enjoyed it from start to end
Yea I agree, i doesn’t even looks uncomfortable
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I think it was more referring to the topics discussed during the conversation, than the conversation itself
and despite him saying he's not racist the subtitles are kinda racist. I can understand him there's no need for subtitles imo. I might be wrong though
I just watched two strangers have a better conversation than I’ve ever had with any of my friends
None of my friends are that interesting
@@KaiserHanstedt pride always comes before the fall
And that are "friends"? ^.^"
@@KaiserHanstedt damn yall need to go outside some more
That's why husband and wives need to not get too familiar. Familiarity kills connection
I planned on just watching for three minutes and keeping it pushin, but this conversation was so legit that I watched the whole thing. I hope y’all stayed in touch.
Stop typing in ebonics. It's cringe. AIIIITE?
@@bollockjohnson6156 what?
@@thekiddshow do you want a homosexual in your bottom?
@Kennedy Williams it was in more of a "why would you say that" context
@Kennedy Williams why are ebonics cringe then
When you let people talk you learn a lot.
Well said.
@@CashmereIII
Said well.
factss, i learnt to do that years ago. you'd be surprised with the results
Crowther?
And sometimes, you learn nothing at all lol
This is how every black and white kid treated each other in Kindergarten; as human beings deserving of each other's thought and respect. Isn't it scary what society can do to us?
I never thought of this. Wow.
@@Oh-uk5ee I did in NYC.
In kindergarten, all the little kids were friends.
I think things start to go sideways when we teach kids about slavery.
I don't think teachers are equipped with the skills to teach history and empathy and to give young minds a real understanding of history.
One of the first things you learn is how Columbus was a "great" man who "found" America. Lying to kids and for what? The truth about Columbus would give kids nightmares.
wooow
This isn't the case for every child and especially adults during their experiences as children. There are so many that deal with racism at such a young age, even and especially by other youth. And it is usually because children repeat taught behavior, especially bigotry.
I’m glad someone noticed, when we learned about race and MLK in I think 3rd or 4th grade my neighbor called me a racist for telling her to please move her bikes off our front lawn that have been there for a week. Kids shouldn’t learn about race when they’re so impressionable. people aren’t naturally racist, it’s taught. So kids should be able to live growing up exposed to different races and ideas so they know it’s normal for people to be different. I don’t think things like this should be learned till highschool at the earliest, kids are nasty and emotional in middle school and highschool.
These are the human interactions that genuinely help against racism. Just two people talking, sharing experience, and trying to relate
thanks cartman
@@guacamolegoblin no problem dawg
Racism doesn’t exist in the same way anymore. Whatever the media is parroting, is what the government and society is pushing. Time and time again we see that being an anti white narrative, not the reverse.
_“If you’re not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people who are doing the oppressing”_ - Malcolm X.
Not just racism, pretty much all “isms”. Prejudices are often created due to a lack of understanding (most commonly ignorance) or basic exposure between 2 or more parties.
How did I just listen to a 20 min conversation and not get bored.
Me too.
Same! I was expecting I would get bored the first 5 minutes of the video
I didn’t even noticed this video was 20 mins long 😂
went by so fast
I watched a youtube video of a man cutting a lawn for 2 hours straight
Every person I’ve ever heard speak who lives/lived in Africa is always so insightful and well spoken. the level of experience they have from both first and third world countries is insane
Awwww tysm
So true.
Why are you gae?
@@outplayed_omny5800 why can’t you spell.
hahahaha
Genuinely looks like the beginning of a lifelong friendship...at least I hope so! This was a great video! I love the easiness of the conversation!!
A true genuine moment between two strangers. It’s heartwarming and gives me hope for the future
Hope for what?? Racism wont just go XD it will always exist
@@reposter6434 In racists' brain.
@@ameenh4122 Then you are delusional to think that something thats happened for centuries will just go away.
Listened to this while driving around at my job. Love hearing the different perspectives. Hope there’s more to come!
so pumped to hear that, that's exactly what i was hoping people would do, like a podcast kind of thing. And i really appreciate the feedback, makes me think maybe this kind of format might work every now and then. be well my dude!
@@Driver_Eddie do more of this PLEASSSSEEEEE
*Spider Man pointing meme instinsifies*
yup and they like hearing your stories too!
This made me happy, made me smile, why can't we all treat each other like this?
OMG, Yasssss!
The media and it's profit off division😔
because we as american people are actually unintelligent apes, incapable of setting aside our differences due to color of skin. Nevertheless, this video does make me dream of a utopia where we can all be equal
Smiling all the way through! ✌🏼✌🏿
My exact thoughts, why are people so cruel to want to treat someone who doesn’t have the same skin colour differently to them? He seems like he really enjoyed Eddie’s company and vice versa
I love this, we need more people like you and Muhammad!
appreciate the kind words John!
@@Driver_Eddie bruh that's dave
@@josephstjohn3871 xD
@@josephstjohn3871 LMAO 😂
@@josephstjohn3871 😂😂😂
Man this dude is mad cool. Seems like the kind of guy you’d invite over for Christmas dinner and he’d bring his whole family. And it’d be the best Christmas ever. Faith in humanity restored!
His Muslim brother
@@kentangbros do you think muslim and christain can't be friends?lol
@@nutrafaden8115 I believe he meant that if you'd invite him over for christmas dinner, he probably wouldn't come, cuz muslims don't celebrate christmas. But I think the first comment could be right, he is that cool that he probably would come with his whole family, even if they didn't celebrate christmas! :D
@@SuperPentti why would any muslim come to a Christian household, to clelebrate christmas which celebrates the birth of something they see as false? It gies against there own religion.
@@reposter6434 why are you telling ME this?
Just a good conversation between two people who want to communicate. Brilliant.
What a good dude I like how cool he was
couldn't agree more
@@Driver_Eddie hi
yeah, even tho he was blacc lol
@@HerbalistGuybrush 😐
@@HerbalistGuybrush ?
This channel never fails to put a smile on my face. To infinity and beyond Ed! I'm rooting for you!
appreciate the kind words my friend! and thanks so much for the support!
wait, are you Mohammed from the video my dude?! even if not, I agree w you on all points haha
@@von... idk prob not
@@von... it's the most common name in the world so no probably not lol
Buzz Lightyear is a fan.
Honestly this is the most genuine and positive conversation I've seen in a while, we as people need to be more open and stop being so closed minded. Just because your different than someone doesn't make you better or them worse, I love your videos man this made my day, btw I'm a new viewer and have been binge watching your vids
I don’t know why but I could listen to this guy Muhammad speak all day. Has a really good energy.
I think it has to do with his good spirit. He hasn’t had it easy but he has a big smile on his face and seems to be incredibly understanding. Something the world needs more of.
@@moscuadelendaest See Also: Ted Lasso
Annoying when all the do is talk about racism
He seems like such a genuine man. Such a hard person to come by
I have to be honest here, when he said that he faced racism I though it was the usual kind of racism (you know, like some white people being assholes due to his skin and so on) but I had never thought a black man from Africa could get rejection and racism from black-Americans. It kinda makes sense as I know that in the past centuries some older italians/Irish immigrants who had already integrated in the US society did display hate and racism towards new Italian/Irish immigrants, as I learned in my school, but I still didn't expect that nor realise how similar these situations are. I'm an Italian guy and I've lived in Italy my whole life, so thank the Lord I've never had to go through this. I'm deeply sorry for anyone who goes through these bad experiences, I hope you all will hold strong 💪
What’s actually crazy is African people don’t like African Americans because they think we’re stupid and African Americans don’t like African people because they think they’re better! It’s so dumb and ignorant all around.
i am heard albanian immigrants in greece calling another albanian new immigrant fucking albanian thief and racist things like that it was nuts to hear it from an albanian to another racist is not always white to black or black to white
Sadly saw it coming. It has gotten to a point where African Americans are now culturally closer to the western world than Africa itself. A lot of them dont respect the people from there yet wants to appropriate their culture
Well, at that point, it's not racism, it's pure xenophobia
@@elafl807 what black Americans are appropriating African culture?who are you speaking of?
The nigerian license part is so accurate, we just buy it, some don't even buy it, they just go on the road and start driving, whenever they're caught they'll bribe the cops
all cops in 3rd world countries want is a bite. "mordida" in mexico. they will infraction you with anything just for a few bucks.
@@watermelonsprite1497 🤣the same in Dominican
Same here in Kenya
Just like in mexico 😃
@@Base_Bass_Forte I swear in Mexico you could get caught with a dead body, an M60 machine gun, and 10 kilos of coke in your trunk and if you have enough money you could still bribe your way out of it
I loved how open and honest this rider was with you, he was so cool. This was one of my favorite Uber videos. Thanks for sharing it!
I got a little sad when he said African immigrants who are Muslim get stereotyped the most. In my experience they are one of the most friendly and emphathetic people ever. Super polite, but warm and open at the same time. One time I was wearing a shirt that said Tanzania on it, and a black man came up to me very excited saying "I am from there! I can't believe someone who isn't black is wearing a Tanzania shirt" and we both had a really good convo.
I was in Tanzania 3 years ago, it was fantastic, everyone was very accommodating. It could seriously do with investment though: roads are limited to 50 mph and no street lights. Saw people cutting grass in 32C with scythes. It seems that China is mostly involved with infrastructure investment (first with Uhuru railway, now with many construction and dock projects). Some African people I speak to see it as neoimperialism (as does Admiral Sestak), others are more sympathetic.
I'm still waiting to see Adam Sandler and Ice Cube recreate this conversation.
More like Kevin hart
@@79boricuarage Yeah, you're right.
Adam Corolla’’s progressive son.
So wholesome, love the positivity on your channel Eddie
appreciate that, and thanks for watching James!
This is such an extremely human and down to earth moment you captured. Incredible upload!
We're all the same man, it saddens me to hear how bad some humans can be to their brothers. Nice conversation lads, wish more people were like you guys
This was honestly a very beautiful interaction between two well thought out human beings. I get depressed and upset a lot due to the state of racial issues in our society but it’s videos like this that keep me believing in our society. We will become better people we just need more conversations like these. Sincerely, from a white man.
I agree, sincerely, a not so angry Black woman :)
The bad stuff is always blown up, nice people like this are the majority of people I believe.
@@ZingBingDing 100% agreed
You took the words right out of my mouth👊❤
I totally agree.
It's also genuinely nice to see other people have these kinds of interactions. Coz I have had so many experiences of a similar nature. They're difficult to describe to people, that "you had to be there" moment. But with this genius project he's got going, we can sort of "be there", in a way. So cool.
I loved this so much! It's so fun to learn about other cultures and about people who aren't just the same as me! Thanks to to the passenger for agreeing to let us eavesdrop on your convo!
This is beautiful...I actually started to cry. This is how we should be talking to each other. God bless both of you and thank you so much for making this available for us to watch.
Ah, such a rare ocurrence, a person, a human with soul and emotion, so delicately and briefly understanding and marveling at the true beaty of human connection. I can't explain it but in a way it's incredible and such a warming, treasured feeling of mine when I observe sympathy, harmony, and mutual companionship through what can be so unremarkable and simple of an interaction. I didn't cry but, I perfectly understand what you mean.. We are very sentimental beings and I find that to be both a disadvantage and an advantage in daily life.. But it is beautiful. Beautiful.. You, @TheDestruktr , are a very very rare specimen of the youtube comments.. I always feel very alone when I find something of such a simple and natural nature so touching, and I always am left to think that I'm just.. weird, that I'm just different.. That I think too deeply about simple things, and it very much excites me and fills me with happiness to see the words "I actually started to cry".. Thank you so much for this comment.
@@swiftsword6489 I agree so much ☺
Damn, is this really such a big deal? I mean I'm from Slovakia, where there are barely any black people, so I always assumed most people in a situation like this would act the same. The fact that this brought you to tears is alarming. The fact that this is seen as something extraordinary. Damn
@@Luksed12 Yeah I actually do agree with you, despite my previous reply, which I still stand by to, I think that the fact that this type of kindness and interaction between people *isn't* normal is kind of sad, and people shouldn't be treating kind people as heroes as if they were doing something "extraordinary" like you said, they're just simply being nice and being standard, like you'd expect. In the US, many people are so *un*kind and full of themselves that the normal ends up being selfishness and rudeness. It's not like that in all parts of the world though and a lot of people specifically in the US don't realize that. I lived in the US for 13 years of my life and when I was 14 in 2019 I moved to Argentina, in South America due to my parents being from here and financial/family related reasons and I almost feel like people are too nice over here like idk, people just smile and help you out and you can like walk up to someone on the street and ask for idk directions and, maybe it's just me but I felt like the people in the US, at least the in part that I lived in, weren't so kind to strangers and just so chill in general. A lot more to be said here but I don't wanna be like those redditors lol so, appreciate if you read this, if not tbh I don't blame you. That's just how I feel
@@Luksed12 @Luksed I dont understand your point. I wasnt referring to the rarity of people being nice to each other, I was referring to the quality of the interaction that was had here. The passenger had no problem opening up to his driver about many different things in his life, and the driver was very receptive and pleasant. These two formed a bond during the span of a car ride. That's what I'm talking about. I'm not a very cultured person so learning about the way of life for other people always grasps me. In a world that grows increasingly divided this brought light to my day. Sorry, I guess I'm too human. I'll go change that.
This is how humans should treat each other. After all, there is only one race; the Human race! Very happy to see this video. Thank you for uploading!
Naïve
@@laurencetitusoates6328 Neandertals said the same.
what about nascar?
@@ognsk5474 That's the best race in the world... after Formula 1.
@@ognsk5474 I thought you were talking about the vine...
I respect this guy he clearly has a great love for his dad and looks up to him.
honestly such a great conversation. This was definitely one of the less uncomfortable talks about racism and shit that I've seen/had between people, so props to you for relating but not trying to relate too hard to the point where he feels like you're trying to like one-up him or some shit, idk lmao
nice convo.
I really enjoyed this video and was left wanting more. I’m going to share it on my Twitter feed because I feel we need more open discussions like this one. My husband was from Kenya and he shared similar feelings as Muhammad. Keep up the great work Eddie.🤗
thanks for the kind words Kym and can't tell you how much I appreciate the share! That's the highest compliment. Hope all is well my friend!
Eddie Doyle ~ My Twitter post with your video got retweeted several times. Hopefully you get more subscribers.😊
This guy is the cutest, coolest, nicest most laid back down to earth Uber driver I have ever seen...props to him and his folks for raising a good man!!!
This is great. Conversations like this really help reduce "tension". You seem like a really great guy man, keep it up.
was great minus the part where the passenger didnt put his seatbelt on lmfao. i got a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt so now i notice if people don't wear it
What a nice conversation between you and this man, thanks Eddie for sharing this with us ( eres un hombre muy amable con tus pasajeros ....You are so KIND to your passengers)
i hope you remember the part of the video what i talked about how impressed i am with bilingual (or more) individuals! I think of it every time i see your comments ... and gracias for the translation haha
@@Driver_Eddie yes I remember 😉! You are one of a kind, I love your videos and I can see that you love what you do 👍
He is one of the most friendly people ive ever seen. I find the one on one interactions we have in the real world like this with anyone of any race gender or religion. Tend to be the most influential ones. When youre in a vehicle with somebody and you both feel comfortable and smiling. Youre more willing to share than in a group of people who are all different. You learn a lot. You realize we are all so similar. He reminds me of an Indian guy who worked at his fathers convenience store down the road from where I lived. He was like mid 20's early 30's. Super friendly guy and absolutely loved to talk about how much culture shock he experienced coming to America and how friendly people tend to be. He was such a nice guy and his dad was too. His dad was the old school aggressive stand offish kind of muslim man. Very traditional. But super friendly guy once you got him talking. He didnt know english very well but his kids did. They were such nice people and i applaud them for taking the opportunities in this country some of us dont. Come at people with kindness and love and you might meet someone who could change your entire perspective on the world/country you live in
Great chat with awesome content. Props to Muhammad in learning multiple languages and dealing with adversity in such a professional way. Here's a young guy full of knowledge and willing to share.
very well put, couldn't agree more. Appreciate the positivity my dude!
Nice to see unadulterated learning and true laughter. Hopefully we'll see more of this kind of interaction to bridge our differences.
This is one of the kindest and easy going man I have ever witnessed
Bro y’all legit made best friends, I hope y’all be hangin out here and there
Watched it full and through, literally made me smile & laugh more times than i can count.
Both of you guys, such cool & open minded doods. I wish you both the best, thanks for teaching us a little something. I learned a lot in this 20 minute video and i really look forward to my content like this. Stay up my friends, best of luck!!!
This is truly amazing! If you take out the news, politics and all that BS this is generally how people will treat each other. I understand that we have our extremes on every side of the fence but generally we know how to treat each other. I just wish there was more of this type of content put out there. Sad thing is, all this country wants to do is put out all the negative crap to turn everyone against each other because literally NO ONE turns on the news wanting to watch feel good stories. Its sad that all the good things in this life doesn't get the attention that it needs and deserves. Awesome job Eddie on knowing how to listen and communicate. Well done!
this is a great man he’s intelligent , and just a man , love doesn’t have a colour
It’s red, and it’s in all of us
This was the most wholesome and informative drive ive watched. Thanks for the video.
Last time I took an Uber home an African guy drove me, think he was from Nigeria as well, we didn’t exactly have this same conversation but he was so insightful to me when I mentioned I was learning guitar, he started giving me a lot of advice about finding band mates and he was super motivational when he didn’t have to be, it was his choice and it made me really happy ^^ I thanked him a lot. Before I left the car I mentioned really wanting to try a cultural dish of his, fufu & egusi, we had a laugh about it and soon went out separate ways. This man Carries that same genuine qualities that the Uber driver had, I wish more ppl in America could be more honest and genuine with each other ❤
Been watching your vids for a minute now ,i haven’t even met you in person but i can tell you are genuine as hell man respect to you brother 💙🤝.
thanks so much for watching! and who knows, maybe one day we'll cross paths in the uber (and you can find out its all an act ; ) jk jk ) be well my dude
I love this video. It reminds me of an African Uber driver I had in London, we got talking on similar subjects and I became curious about where he is from. He told me that earlier that day he had been at his brothers African style wedding and promptly pulled over, took me out of the car to the trunk to show me the outfit he had been wearing and to give me some goodies from the wedding.
Like this guy says, screw stereotypes and don't make assumptions. There are good and bad humans in all races and the good far outweighs the bad. Don't allow the media to poison your mind and remember to keep your heart open to people from all walks of life, trust me it feels great!
Not all stereotypes are bad though , theres plenty that are positive attributes to specific cultures
Like the fact that Asians are looked at as academically advanced and hard working, thats a stereotype, but its also not wrong.
Or that black people are more physically advanced or better at sports, thats a stereotype but its also accurate
Even the negative ones arent at bad as long as it's not interfering with how you treat people
Like the stereotype that white people can't dance, its a negative stereotype but its funny because it's true.. and it doesn't hurt anyone to hold that stereotype
Or that black people love fried chicken
Its a steryotyoe and its true, which makes it funny
Then only time stereotypes are inappropriate is when they dictate how to treat other people without actually knowing them, but there's such thing as harmless stereotypes.
I don't think this is an uncomfortable convo. This is a Convo between two people with different perspectives. I enjoyed this video immensely. I'm happy you left it uncut. I'm Even more happy it occurred. If we only had more of this. Here is the deal
Proximity breeds familiarity, familiarity breeds compassion and compassion breeds love. That's all we need and this video shows all of that. Thank you for sharing. This quite literally made my night. 💯🔥💜
The title is a play on Emmanuel Acho’s segment by the same name, (if you enjoyed this video, check his out, you might enjoy his as well). But the thing is... those conversations in Acho’s segments never happen in real life to the average joe (of any race). I kind of hate the title in the sense that I think it’s ridiculous to reduce Muhammad to “a black man” just as it would be if I reduced him to “a guy wearing a green jacket.” Second, nothing about this was uncomfortable. I think that’s what people don’t realize when imagining interacting with someone different than them: people are only as different as you believe them to be, and it’s only going to be as uncomfortable as you believe it to be. Hope you guys enjoy the video, would love to hear your thoughts on it.
we want more videos with Muhammad!!!
Do another video with Muhammed
You hate the title but who picked it??
Shut the hell up. You made the title. Change it if you really absolutely hate it. Money hungry for real
Click bait?
I could listen to this dude talk all day. Such a realistic and reasonable man.
I agree with speak english ok but some people can speak another language or even more ! & very well also
First time seeing this channel, third video I've seen from it. I really did tear up watching this and it hits so very hard to see an interaction like this with even the basic questions having an impact. It was greatly uplifting to see this
What a lovely guy, just nice and chilled - the type of bloke you just enjoy chatting too about anything :)
hello
Love your attitude my guy! I would give you 10/5 stars for your review
appreciate the kind words my dude! and i'd take that 10/5, might even out some of the not so good reviews lol
It’s strange, sitting on this side of it, that anyone would give you less then five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I have been watching your videos here and there. But now you have me hook line and sinker, I have finally subscribed and hope I can get you more subscribers by sharing videos like this on my FB with family and friends!
he said uncomfortable this looked like the most fun convo with a stranger ever, love it
I think I speak for all Uber drivers when I say THANK YOU for being such an incredibly cool passenger, Muhammad.
Wu tang is for the children
Wtf no way my dude! Wu Tang is the shit!! My boy Method Man was made to rap his flow is insane
69 likes. nice.
These conversations get awkward when the people having the conversation aren’t open minded. This is a great example of two “opposites” having an open minded conversation (I have opposites in quotations bc that’s how the world would perceive these two men).
Yep, I have a group of friends with wildly different backgrounds AND political compass. It always sparks good discussions from many point of views and none of us are butthurt about our differences. Some people just cannot stand the idea that people are different from them hence the "one race human race" bullshit.
I love how he says there is pros and cons. He’s a positive man. Good head on him. Hope he’s having a good life.
Such a wholesome conversation. Even when talking about racism they were so friendly to each other. I couldn’t help but smile throughout the whole video. Thank you for posting this.
I really hope he’s doing well, he seems like such a kind man
Every African dude I've met is chill and personable like this man.
African people are treated different than African Americans(foundational black Americans) in America… yeah generally they’re chill, hardworking.. That’s that immigrant parenting
African Americans on the other hand…
These two HUMANS, are the most well-rounded, positive, straight forward, and insightful HUMANS in the world. Racism ends when we start recognizing people as humans. Not as Asian, middle eastern, white, black, etc.
It's not only with race, gender too. Everyone is human, black, asian, female.
Stfu lmao
I had to think about if i agreed or not but it's actually a true statement. The only problem is there will always be some way to separate one another. Even if we didnt have different ethnicity, then another divide could be who has more money or who is stronger or weaker etc. Its sad to say but maybe we can get there one day
Yeah that will never happen...
@@philliprobertson1347 theres only man, and women.
and dont ecpect me to accept "who you are" if you got a gender op when you didnt even accepted yourself
(unpopular opinion)
this video brings such joy to my heart. it goes to show that anyone can get along, it’s not the outside of the person it’s the inside. the more we look at personalities instead of physical features, the more we can progress as a community as a whole.
Just some good ol' genuine human interaction that leaves you walking/driving away with a big ass smile.
Gotta love it.
is it just me who likes listening to random conversations like this? lol
It’s like eves dropping or just watching people walk by in public, always interesting....
yeah it's like listening to a podcast
@@loveisfourwalls6377 a podcast but it feels even better when they get along & have a meaningful, insightful, and/or funny convo
@@von... better than a podcast Bc the mic doesn’t blare in your ears at the slightest laugh lol sometimes when they laugh in the mic it sounds like an explosion
You can have actual conversation like this in real life. Just do it. 😊
One night I was driving UBER with a Nigerian native and he was saying the same about driving in that country. He also told me that, if you get caught with a gun there, you could get blamed for every robbery that was committed since the last weapon conviction ................ ! Hmmm !
sounds like some mob justice horseshit
That's true because weapons ownership is illegal in Nigeria.
man this will forever be one of my favorite channels. good shit
Damn Eddie, if you ever stop doing Uber you better not quit youtube. You’re a good hard working guy and I appreciate ya
"I cant speak to being black"
That is an accurate statement 😂
@@dantewhitley1842 conservative black people are also concerned about what you're doing wrong. We really don't need liberals telling black people they're not responsible for their actions because of their skin color.
“I can’t speak to being black.”
That is LITERALLY all the “woke” we need.
@@somewhatinformed1208 I don’t hear any liberals saying that to Black people.
@Dyslexic Batnam he is listening pretty well.
@Dyslexic Batnam I've never heard that.
That is an example of a great human being. I don't care what you look like, but I do care how you act and represent yourself. Nothing but love for both of these stand up men!
I couldn’t stop smiling throughout the whole video. That was beautiful, thank you for sharing
Looked like two close friends just having a drive and pleasant conversation. Love it.
right!
8:36 The stereotyping is terrible. I'm black, and I attended a predominantly white schools. It was always hard for me to make friends, well it still is (I don't think I have any) hadn't seen or spoken to a friend in over 4 years. I do engage with their social media profiles but they never seem to engage with mine (Sara does. I love you Sara). At any-rate, the school I attended only had a hand full of black people, and oddly enough, a major majority of the kids in the school would self-segregate. This is something adults do as well it's disgusting, but probably human nature.
I was never really a big fan of 2000's > rap music, (after cash money Everybody get your roll on I just had it with money, cars, and hoes, and of course gun bars. Also I was never materialistic like that, in fact I despised materialism so it was only natural that I just lost interest in a lot of rap music. BUT I was unaware of how big an issue that would create for me. I struggled to make black friends, because I didn't reflect that rap culture enough, I suppose. Like Obama, I speak in paragraph form and annunciate my words clearly, as my father taught me (gee, thanks dad). But I may trip over some of words and I have a slight stutter, so I guess that makes me more like Biden. I think my speech patterns are what they'd pick up on. Immediately, they'd interrupt to ask one of the shittiest questions in human history, "why do you talk white?" Talk White? My dumb ass, listening to my dad's out of touch advice again, would usually respond in kind, "I talk right not white." In hindsight I realize this is may have been taken as an insult, as I'm not only defending myself I'm insulting the other person who CHOOSES to speak that way. I never embraced the ignorance as my peers of the same race did. (Being smart wasn't something they (mostly guys) valued as much as I did (presumably of course)). So I never really got along with the black kids as well as I wanted to. I never felt I was missing out on anything because they were always so enveloped in rap, and rap culture, everything was always about rap music. (again this was mostly if not all the males)
On the other end of the spectrum there's the white kids. They were different. if I'm being 100% honest I envied the fact that they could be anything they wanted, and just be left alone. They could be rednecks, hillbillies, country, goths, geeks, nerds, recluse, preppy, or just plain normal and usually no one would mess with them about their personality. But if you were black, your whole world had to be rap music or face being ostracized and/or bullied (the black girls didn't really care too much about your personality reflecting rap culture. They were always nice, when they weren't going off on someone who probably deserved it). However whereas the black kids would actually engage with me initially before the ostracization, certain sects of the white kids would never interact with me. It always seemed like the ones what would, I'd first have to demonstrate that I'm not like 'the other black people' (I felt gross typing that). Some of the white kids would even come up to me, and just flat out say it, "you're not like the other black people," *Blink *Blink, oh pray tell, "what do you mean?" I'd ask. "Well you don't ACT BLACK," they'd manage to eke out, as my teeth clenched, in order to ensure my facial reaction wouldn't change. They say this almost as if they were relieved to find this out, and I'd be offended if it weren't so cringe-worthy. But I guess if I'm putting myself in their shoes, finally getting the chance to talk to a black person 1 on 1 like that you'd have some questions, so usually I'd just laugh it off, responding, "yeah I know," and we'd change that awkward subject quickly. Man bridging racial gaps is hard for some people.
To all the geeks, nerds and goths out there, I always appreciated you guys the most, race was never an issue.
sorry I'm typing so much. I must be socially starved.. I don't even care if anyone ever reads this. This was therapeutic for me, and if you did get this far I thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading.
I read till the end, a lot of love to you from the netherlands. Just stay loyal to yourself Greetzz
nah man ill be your friend its about finding the right people not brain washed dummys
U good my guy come to detriot we love you
Read 'til the end. Greetings from Turkey!
Sorry to hear that. Hope it gets better.
Immediately subbed, this guy has charisma.
Brilliant video Eddie. It was as if the dude was your long-lost brother/best friend. I really enjoyed this one, I love the Dudes accent. Y'all was vibing throughout the whole ride.
This almost made me tear up bro. I felt the genuineness and good vibes through the screen on my phone so easily. Yall sound like two good people who got to meet each other randomly and have a great convo almost like you two meeting was suppose to happen.
9 months ago you posted this video. Everyone today needs to see this and really acknowledge the messages this video provides. The division in this country is a sickness. You posting this is a work of art. This needs to be shared to all your friends and family for anyone who see this comment. Have a wonderful day.
They needed to when it was released too. From both sides. :)
Joe
I love that guy. He seems like someone I would get along with very well. Both of you
That guy ( the passenger ) is very intelligent and grounded, I enjoyed that conversation and it’s another demonstration of how we are ALL more alike than different, I just wish more people would realise it and stop all the unnecessary BS. Good video Eddie 👍🇳🇬🇺🇸🇬🇧
Such a cool dude, and you got on with him pretty well, I can see you guys being friends outside of the Uber experience. He had some funny stories too. Great video Eddie
this is just a really wholesome conversation, the story about his dad had me cracking up. out here restoring my faith in humanity
I love how this conversation went, and the respect was so nice to see.
Love this video more people need to shut up and just listen to others. It’s easy to hate it’s hard to love and understand. I loved listening to this video and am a big supporter of the channel! Keep up the grind!
I like this new format, great video!
thanks so much for that feedback, I appreciate it! If I happen upon other rides with this much quality convo, i might do it again
I'm surprised this channel doesn't have more subscribers..... This channel needs to grow
most organic conversation i’ve ever heard in my life before 😂😂
it's the irrevocable smile a person gets after good honest human connection
I really enjoyed watching this interaction. All we need to do is reach across the divide and talk more to each other, instead of merely reacting to what we assume we already know. Thank you for sharing. You gained a new Sub.❤️
I enjoyed this conversation Driver Ed....Thank you!
pumped to hear that Raymond, thank you for watching!
“He got in trouble with my mom with that!” 🤣🤣 I died. @4:55
haha same
I didn’t think this conversation was uncomfortable at all. Maybe the topic could be construed as uncomfortable but you guys had really incredible conversation flowing. I understand it can be awkward to tiptoe through these topics, but you guys are both very comfortable with each other. Also, his laugh had me cracking up. How contagious 🙂
I don’t know it just me but I can feel his energy and such a pure soul very rare for me to come in contact with he is a catch ladies he is so wise and intelligent
Usually love ur vids, but this didn’t look uncomfortable at all
I don’t think he meant it as in he was in an uncomfortable situation with the man himself, I’m pretty sure he meant that the conversation topics themselves can be an uncomfortable thing to talk about. Especially with someone you just met.
"what i really like about this ride is it was a normal human interaction between two strangers." He isn't saying that it was an uncomfortable situation, it was obviously regarding the topic itself.
@@southbeachgaming5461 agreed
Sounds like u need to keep lookin for the uncomfortable ones to enjoy again but i enjoyed this one first time watchin these
I agree , he`s chasing views.. but i`m pretty sure it backfires..
Thanks Ed, for posting this.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Iv just found your channel and listening to your conversation with this particular customer was I feel very interesting especially during period where race is so much in the agenda today. Really useful for me to hear an African’s perspective (pros&cons on living in the west and why they wish to make America their home ) You have gained a new subscriber.
19:52 he knew he couldn’t screw up that handshake for everyones sake.
"it was all hinging on this moment" I thought, as I felt a bead of sweat begin to form under the brim of my favorite hat.
I look at his hand to start calculating the trajectory of what I hoped would be my Magnum Opus of shake-ups.
Our eyes looking away, after locking for the last time.
I sincerely say "it was nice to meet you man" moments before my hand approaches terminal velocity, perfectly on target.
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it lands perfectly, just like the simulations.
I didn't know it then, but everyone around the world began clapping as the raw energy of our shake-up permeated across the world faster than the speed of light.
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"Alright sounds good man, I hope you have a good one!"
and just like that, it was over; a fleeting moment.
@@von... sounds like an anime scene where the character is thinking in their head before doing something big. Nicely written
@@Wasabisauce267 thanks bro :)
I was ripped or something & went for that vibe lol
@@Wasabisauce267 I write comments like that because I like people, like you, who appreciate it
@@von... haha definitely appreciated it. Took me into a random scene from Attack on Titan lol
I read the title and started watching the video waiting for something “uncomfortable” but this guy literally had a good conversation.
One of the most wholesome videos I've watched in quite some time. I hope you guys exchanged numbers, you two seem to have hit it off and could be good friends.