Welcome to the pilot episode of the podcast I'm starting on my channel! Starring Mr. Bald and Bankrupt himself. The plan for this podcast is for me to upload at least one or two episodes a month, with each episode featuring a new (or returning guest). Hope you enjoy it! Keep in mind that this is my first attempt at podcasting and it might be slightly rough, but I'm obviously going to get better. Make sure to leave feedback and constructive criticism on how I can improve the future episodes. Few notes: you may notice Bald's camera and audio go out of sync ever so often and then come back together, and in rare moments his audio lags for a little bit - that is probably an issue of Bald's Wi-Fi connection at his hotel. I think it's pretty watchable anyway, and most people probably only listen to podcasts like these instead of actually sitting there and looking at our faces. Decided to have minimal to no editing on this, as I feel like our conversation flow was pretty good to begin with.
Your content isn't stagnant, you've shown a lot of variety the past few years. Don't know if you ever get the suggestion but travel with Bald, do some more irls with him. You vlogging is great. Keep it up Russian Jesus.
You guys joke about being a waste of space .....but to those of us who work from home 10 hour shifts alone.....you guys are a life line whether it is discovering "A Soviet Sink, a Soviet Toilet" or just doing this podcast with your witty banter...... you are greatly appreciated!
Ah, working from home! So convenient that you can turn on the TH-camrs and waste time, instead of working. That always happens with people who work from home. Maybe TH-camrs, or that room that needs a clean, or just popping out to do some grocery shopping, or baby sitting, or taking the dog for a walk, etc. If I owned a company, no one would be working from home (other than in emergencies like CoVid when governments get carried away and become dictators).
@@normamimosa5991 Actually in the office I used to go to everyday we were allowed TH-cam and even Netflix. I mostly only listen to music usually 3 hour mixes etc. Probably 75% of my co-workers say they will never go back to the office and will quit and find another job if forced to but I think this is mostly because of the 1 hour commute everyone has. I miss the office, personally.
Hello Ben, I have to tell you that you are a special man as an Englishman, I find it after watching most of your videos. I am much older than you because I have lived in Canada, Ontario for over thirty years and have had the opportunity to meet a lot of British people, which is why I say you have a unique personality. You show tenderness and compassion for human fate, it is clearly visible from your travels around the Soviet countries, and at the same time, you maintain a great serenity and a sense of good humor, which does not show any mockery of their poverty, but rather a compassion. Your videos are also a beautiful history lesson that shows how political systems treat people, using them in a brutal way to achieve their sick ideologies that I hope will awaken this reality in the hearts of many young people. It would be great to meet you in person, I wish you many new adventures, although it is very difficult in these times of darkness and political terror, keep this well-being and your innate serenity. I send you warm greetings from Grimsby Ontario
Bald and Bankrupt gives me hope. When I am 46 years old (23 years from now), it is possible to stay young at heart. Age is quite literally just a number
Dude yeah I totally agree. I often would have fears of getting older and not being able to do the things I can when I’m young, but bald shows that you can do it at any age. Plus, when you’re older, you’re more confident in yourself, less angsty, and generally less depressed and unsure of everything. I’m definitely looking forward to those aspects of being older, as someone who has huge problems with anxiety, social insecurity, depression, etc etc. as I age I’ve gotten less insecure and more sure of myself (even though I still have huge issues) And it’s not like I’m old at all, I’m only 21, but it’s already quite a bit better than being a teenager, in terms of mental health
Life stops at 30 until you reach 30 Life stops at 40 until you reach 40 In reality, life stops when you give up on it. When you don't want to do anything more and you lay down and give up. A man who is 40 could be more alive than someone who has settled at 20. Keep the flame of life alive, do new things, talk to new people, expand your horizon both figuratively and literally, and life won't stop until the last person says your name fondly in memory, which if you live life to its fullest could be never.
@Weevil That is great advice. I'm 52 year's old but I don't look it, act like it, or feel like it. Sure, the body is a little run down, bad back, knee's, etc, but my mind is still sharp as a knife. A positive attitude really helps as well.
Indeed. I'm 66. I SUP and canoe rivers, and so do my friends who are all near my age. A few are older and kayak class 3 + water. Thirty years of operating and working a landscape business helped me stay in shape, but also caused some wear and tear on the body. When I travel it is with a backpack the size of a carry-on. I think I have a few trips left! So much of life is attitude. I try.
Thank you for this. I'm 23, I have serious back problems and constant pain which will only get worse with age, it is not easy to shrug off. Comments like your make me want to keep living and achieving things. Thank you!
It's crazy how far Benjamin has come in so little time. He's probably the greatest travel vlogger the internet has ever seen. Might sound exaggerated but I challenge you to find someone producing quality content like Ben.
My 2 cents about 'life' around your 20's. I'm 29 now, almost 30. Dutch. Very broadly interested in everything. In my eyes, most people don't know what to do at this age. Only recently I've started to become more relaxed in the fact that I didn't find my passion. But earning some money to at least live a good life, is in my opinion the most important thing. Anything can become your passion if you're only mildly open minded. Just do anything when it comes to work. You'll know when you don't like it soon enough. Then just quit. And if you do like it, continue. That's all to it mate. Don't overthink passions or future years. You can't predict most of it anyways. Just start anywhere. You'll get there mate. You're smart and open minded.
@@ryandrummond1977 apparently he used to be on all these pick up artist forums saying some pretty vile stuff and was tried for rape in the UK. Look for baldandbaldrdossier on Reddit.
This could be the most informative video about Bald and Bankrupt and Nfkrz. Never learned so much about Ben than ever before and i watch his videos since more than 2 years and still going. Thank you so much for this!! Really, much appreciate and greets from Austria!🇦🇹
The chat about what the future holds resonates with me so much. In my 20's I was at Uni and hated it, so I left. Became a Paramedic, travelled the world as a medic for the oil & gas industry, got a family then in an instant last year (I'm 47 now) I became a single parent. I went from a well-paid travelling job, to a full-time single dad to 3 kids. Do whatever you can, when you can because you just don't know when it will come to a halt. Cheers Roman :)
I can't believe this video is 2 hours long and has soooo much substance. I am a third through and I have learned so much about both of you already. It's amazing. I love the podcast format for you Roman. You are a very good interviewer and in a podcast you share just enough and don't interrupt the other person while also telling stories about you relating to the topic. I looooove it. So much.
Your English fluency blows me away. I teach ESL students and I know the difficulties that learners of the language have. You clearly have a gift. I haven’t seen your video on how you learned English but I’m going to find it and hope to pick up some things I can share with my students.
I visited St Petersburg, Moscow, and the trans siberian rail road in 2019 because of Balds videos on Russia. Loved it. Wouldnt have gone without his videos showing me how interesting of a place it really is.
I want to do the trans siberian too, but i feel without russian language it would be a waste. I know bald says it doesnt matter, but it does. I speak japanese now and my trips to japan from before and now are day and night.
Of course, speaking the language helps greatly (and lowers prices in some cases), but russian railroads are rather english-frendly. I would recommend learning cyrillic alphabet for a day or two, ability to read simple signs is useful in itself
@@sodinc Is not about understanding where to go. When you speak the language you become more than some random dude in the background. Heck brah, spraking the language will get you daily beers from the locals if you sprak randomly to some of them.
@@leredditcommander8208 that's exactly what i meant by "helps greatly", but it is not the only way to communicate (espacially now with translators in our phones), so lack of language skills must not stop people travelling. The joy of finding understanding with other people (and lerning each other's languages in the process) is very nice. As far as understand from my relatives in Japan it is harder there, because languages are more different and many Japanese people are somewhat embarrassed to use their imperfect english with foreigners.
I normally never comment, but I’m so happy you started this podcast dude please continue. I’ve been watching you since 2016 and had very similar character growth to you, you’re truly one of my favorite people on TH-cam
honestly i rarely watch youtube podcasts, especially if they're over 30 min long, but one with Roman and Bald? Perfect. Roman I think you have great potential to make podcasts that actually stand out as opposed to the generic YT ones, many of us have been watching you since we were 15/16 and have since grown up with you, many of the questions you ask your guests are ones we have too. Really good shit man
@@Sylveonny233 Based Russian Chad Joe Rogan. Nah but I imagine he could invite the dudes from South Africa who he talked to about China and stuff, maybe he could talk with No Bullshit lol.
For us older folks, you both bring out the things we wished we would have done, some things we still can. I've enjoyed you both for almost 2 years now and hopefully into the future if you continue on with this. I've learned much! Thank you, ~ with Love & Affection! 😘 Update: Stopped watching to cook and eat dinner, finally finished the podcast video, loved it, and the ending, if you're ever in SW Michigan we must meet and visit! 😜
@@josesousa1059 Well, lots of people, I'm sure; but as I'm a bigger fan of Bald, I'm naturally going to push for that for selfish reasons. Also, I think he serves as an excellent mentor to Roman.
@@christiantorres6640 true, I was just bitching. He could have him as a recurring guest. Imagine he drops 4 podcasts per month and one of those is Bald being Bald and talking about a Soviet pebble he found on the streets of Prague.
He needs to let bald speak a bit more, just as he was getting into some interesting stories he interrupted and bald never finished, probably youthful exuberance on his part lol
Bald! Make a travel show about England. For us foreigners we'd find England fun too! Fish and chips, trying to understand English, rain, driving backwards, etc!
@Ceejay Mac exactly man , I live in London, we rarely have showers, it mainly drizzles on and off, there’s lots of stereotypes that need to be broken down for foreigners, driving backwards was the last straw
@Ceejay Mac I've seen white van man....he most certainly drives backwards and or America style. And since the majority of your country consists of white van men I'd say my original comment holds true. Also, this is why I never want to visit England. Too many angry people. Also too close to Wales. I don't know if I can trust a country named for one animal but clearly showing a different one on the flag.
This is absolutely fantastic, thank you for doing this man. You are spot on with your quote at the beginning when Bald worries about rambling “people love hearing us talk to one another” - we really do!
Roman, next time let your guest finish their sentences. Less you as the interviewer and more from the interviewee makes it more interesting. Some banter is OK, but BB was saying some interesting things but you had the habit of cutting him off and started to talk about your own experience. Just a tip.
Agree with this comment. I listened for about an hour, but finally could take no more. However, interviewing is a skill that requires mastering. I hope you add this to the list of skills you want to develop
The fact you're having a 'crisis' about your future at 23 even though you've already accomplished so much? Means you are creative and sensitive and you have so much going for you. Keep pushing forward.
Bald "so im learning spanish and..." hairy cringe guy "OH YEAH I WANT TO LEARN GERMAN OR SOMETHING IDK I FEEL LIKE GERMAN THIS" Dude could have asked bald why he wants to learn, how is he doing it, hours he is spending, how far has come, when he plans to go back to Latin america, idk, but no, bald had to come himself with some of this.
I think given the fact that he's in his early 20s , he's trying to find his footing and learning how to do long form podcast, i'd say he's doing ok. We'll see how he develops into his new self
You guys are awesome. As Irish man living in the US, I'm now fascinated with Russia 🇷🇺. 11 time zones... unreal. So many different cultures and landscapes. Thanks guys. Legendary
enjoyed the chat. Roman, you have to let your guest speak. Listen to your guests, it's all about your guest. It was kind of frustrating when he mentioned he had married and then you cut him off to make a comment, but when he started talking again he did not mention his family. I would have liked to hear about his marriage etc., You did that a few times. especially at those times, he was really animated in his speaking at those moments. Anyway, it is your first podcast, so good job.
As a fan of Bald and Bankrupt, this video popped up, and it's your first video I watched. Since then I have become a big fan and have been going through all your videos! I'm amazed at how good you've gotten at English as a non-native speaker. I am studying Japanese myself. Would love to collab sometime if you want. Anyway, keep it up with the great content! And, lets get some more long-form podcasts, these are great!
I mean absolutely NO disrespect by this, but I'm amazed how well you adapt to this different genre, especially in long format. Even with your TH-cam experience, it shows other level talent. Although Ben is a very friendly and familiar guest for you. But still, very well done Roman!
I've been a fan of both for a couple of years, and I have had this tab on my computer for over a month. It was so long that I just didn't want to spend two hours watching it. But I woke up and thought that I could just listen to it and it may put me back to sleep. However, it was totally enjoyable, funny, and stimulating, it didn't put me back to sleep. It was certainly worth my time, and at my age time is limited, lol.
Two of the most genuine guys on the internet, Seen all your content, you both deserve so much more than what you have, blessings to you both. great podcast
Yeah I found this really tricky to listen to. So much interrupting Ben before he's finished his sentence. I was just shouting at my scream!! 😂 But great interview though.
After following both you guys for over a year, and as a Brit living in Moscow, I'm going to start making videos walking around places beginning today. I don't have a decent camera, so it'll just be on my phone, but I'll do what I can. After hearing what Bald said at the 7 minute mark this inspired me
Dude. You guys are so right. I've learned more about Russia from you Roman, than I've learned about it in my whole life. We never hear about the real Russia in the west. From the videos you've made, I now have a clearer idea of what Russia is and what it is makes me super interested and I want to visit it now. Thank you Roman for giving us that inside view of your country.
When I started watching both yours and Ben`s videos a few weeks ago it was just out of curiosity. I wasn`t sure that I would watch more that 1-2 videos, but I was so wrong. I love the content on both channels. You always find great topics to talk about, while Ben made so amazing and entertaining trip videos across Russia. After this podcast I like you guys even more.
There is also one interesting thing about the Czech Republic that not that many people moved to another country after the fall of communism compare to all other post communist countries.
WELL it took me three days but hey I made it to the end. What an awesome insightful conversation. Roman you are so lucky to have a wise uncle like Benjamin to question. Always seek the advice of folk who have lived longer and experienced more.
@Multorum Unum Nah, sure it's the camera and the act giving him confidence. And, being in a foreign country. He's still very confident don't get me wrong.
Traveling alone have been some of my most amazing adventures, you're forced to meet cool people in hostels, hiking with new people you've met, you can do as you please everyday, go where you want, change your itinerary at will, you shouldn't be afraid. As an Australian I traveled alone all over Europe when I was 20 (typical Aussie) mostly off the beaten path places in Eastern Europe and The Balkans. This was a fantastic interview always wanted more behind the scenes info about Bald, get him back!
I grew up in Eastern Europe, Slovakia specifically, and Russia was still this sort of nebulous enigma that I really didn't know a whole lot about. It wasn't until people like you and Bald started making detailed in country videos that I really started to understand what life in Russia was really all about. One of my first stops after covid is definitely going to be Russia.
I was 22 when I had my first solo trip to Oktoberfest in Munich and it was epic!! Just do it Roman, I’m sure you won’t regret it no matter where you go
I think you’ve nailed TH-cam. Whatever platform you are on, it all comes down to being interesting to folks… which you are. Well spoken, interesting, and engaging. That’s plenty to support you for life. Good luck!!
Mr. Bald is a good, respectful, patient listener, such a very polite British gentleman. He listens very carefully and kindly waits Roman to finish sentence. He is careful not to interrupt Roman. He doesn't even show the slightest sign of annoyance when being cut off. When he wants to say something, he asks "can I say something?' - wow... “Am I taking up a lot of time...?” Please ramble on, Mr. Bold, everyone here is so keen to listen to your stories - funny, silly, serious, sad, anything. I learn English as well as how to listen/speak politely in English by listening/watching this. Interesting stories, opinions, honest questions/answers - very entertaining:-)🙏 - a viewer from the country where Uniqlo was born 😄.
Watched the whole thing. I love Bald and Bankrupt's channel - NFKRZ - I discovered yours about 3 months ago, I'm now a subscriber. Keep up the good work friend!
Roman this is an awesome show ! I hope you keep on doing it , and bald was an awesome first guest . I have been a big fan of both of yours for a long time now and just want you to know you should keep on doing it. Just great
100% agree, it was frustrating that he kept interjecting and hijacking things when Bald was mid-sentence. Learning to listen and have patience to speak your mind is a life skill that often comes with time though. And if you are going to interject, keep it to a word or 3 that helps the story or clarifies something but is short enough that the guest can carry on right away. Don't stop them with telling your own story.
NFKRZ, Ben is totally like your wise, elder... an uncle really. I'm Ben's age & like him not so far removed from youth that I've forgotten what it was like at 23. You're wise to elicit his counsel. Love both you guys, keep working hard & never forget where you came from or the journey that got you where you are. Take care. Greetings & salutations, from Kentucky, USA. EDIT: Roman, you have a world of amazingness going for you. You're a super-smart, educated Zoomer. Stay grounded, and keep your head on a swivel, figuratively... keep looking around you constantly. You'll find a calling if it hasn't found you yet. In the mean time, keep doing you as you are. Status quo is always good, until one day it isn't. That's what you plan for. Your next move. Be patient my man. Be patient, but never feel secure. That will drive you forward, circumstances be damned.
Sorry to say... This is one of the most fantastic convocation/interview podcast i have ever heard. It helps alot that Bald have so many fun stories to tell but you have som great subjects as well, that is why i think this is great and fantastic.
Welcome to the pilot episode of the podcast I'm starting on my channel! Starring Mr. Bald and Bankrupt himself.
The plan for this podcast is for me to upload at least one or two episodes a month, with each episode featuring a new (or returning guest). Hope you enjoy it!
Keep in mind that this is my first attempt at podcasting and it might be slightly rough, but I'm obviously going to get better. Make sure to leave feedback and constructive criticism on how I can improve the future episodes.
Few notes: you may notice Bald's camera and audio go out of sync ever so often and then come back together, and in rare moments his audio lags for a little bit - that is probably an issue of Bald's Wi-Fi connection at his hotel. I think it's pretty watchable anyway, and most people probably only listen to podcasts like these instead of actually sitting there and looking at our faces. Decided to have minimal to no editing on this, as I feel like our conversation flow was pretty good to begin with.
I LOVE YOU MAN
hope its gonna be live from the NFKRZ studio in Moscow at some point
Epic videos 👌🏽
Yo I heard that brad Pitt was coming on the next ep, confirm?
please don’t make a podcast
Two legends. I spend hours watching these guys
Here's 2 more
Yes this was fun to spend your 1/2 day with
There’s no way... Mr John?!
@@ces019 Yes I watch them everyday
Don't you mean days?
I love how at times this feels more like a therapy session for Roman with Ben as his therapist.
Anyway great podcast!
Dr K
@@roman_nfkrz Dr B
@@roman_nfkrz Dr A
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It took 1 minute & 26 seconds before Ben said, "Soviet."
LOLLLL
How long before he mentioned his court appearence for gang rape charges?
@@The_Reality_Filter what?
His sordid seedy past is catching up with him fast....
As soon as I read this I was in the 1:20 mark
Your content isn't stagnant, you've shown a lot of variety the past few years. Don't know if you ever get the suggestion but travel with Bald, do some more irls with him. You vlogging is great. Keep it up Russian Jesus.
It's not about what you feel, it's about what he feels about himself lol
if he wants to travel with bald he’ll need to do it real soon, cause bald is retiring in ~ 9 months.
@@Zazyski they're just trying to motivate Roman tho
@@isaiahparis Fr?
@@frankbacon1002 yea. Bald said this in his latest video at Tashkent, UZ.
When you have a great story teller, let him speak 👍
This. The interruptions are a bit cringe IMO.
@@user-gu5iv2mr6e Roman just started with the podcasts. Give him some slack. He'll learn and evolve.
@@Flying_Lexus He will only learn when there is constructive criticism .
Im only 11 min in and its annoying how he interrupts him all the time. I hope i will have enough patience to watch the whole thing.
@@edzzha9487 Have a couple of beers.
Oh my god this is it, peak soviet youtube
Just missing ushanka show 😂
Soviet WeTube
@@donalgeaney626 he is underrated tbh
Now we just needed "A Soviet Sink" playing in the background by uamee
This is a Soviet interview.
This is actually so entertaining, played this in my dads car while we were driving around Stockholm
Blev de strög elle’?
I listened to this on a high speed train from Paris to Saarbrücken
@@snipergunnar2045 hahaha
Min fucking broder
BROOOOR
"I don't wanna be the man behind Elton John"
Fucking priceless 😂😂
You guys joke about being a waste of space .....but to those of us who work from home 10 hour shifts alone.....you guys are a life line whether it is discovering "A Soviet Sink, a Soviet Toilet" or just doing this podcast with your witty banter...... you are greatly appreciated!
Ah, working from home! So convenient that you can turn on the TH-camrs and waste time, instead of working. That always happens with people who work from home. Maybe TH-camrs, or that room that needs a clean, or just popping out to do some grocery shopping, or baby sitting, or taking the dog for a walk, etc. If I owned a company, no one would be working from home (other than in emergencies like CoVid when governments get carried away and become dictators).
@@normamimosa5991 Actually in the office I used to go to everyday we were allowed TH-cam and even Netflix. I mostly only listen to music usually 3 hour mixes etc. Probably 75% of my co-workers say they will never go back to the office and will quit and find another job if forced to but I think this is mostly because of the 1 hour commute everyone has. I miss the office, personally.
It would be so cool to feature Natasha from Yeah Russia in one of your next podcasts !
Good idea!
She's a clever girl. And Roman being a clever dude, it would be very interesting!
Fantastic idea
Yess!
I know her too from YT. She is very nice and smart. Good idea.
Yeah she's really interesting in her own way. Congratulations in your new podcast venture!
Hello Ben, I have to tell you that you are a special man as an Englishman, I find it after watching most of your videos. I am much older than you because I have lived in Canada, Ontario for over thirty years and have had the opportunity to meet a lot of British people, which is why I say you have a unique personality. You show tenderness and compassion for human fate, it is clearly visible from your travels around the Soviet countries, and at the same time, you maintain a great serenity and a sense of good humor, which does not show any mockery of their poverty, but rather a compassion. Your videos are also a beautiful history lesson that shows how political systems treat people, using them in a brutal way to achieve their sick ideologies that I hope will awaken this reality in the hearts of many young people. It would be great to meet you in person, I wish you many new adventures, although it is very difficult in these times of darkness and political terror, keep this well-being and your innate serenity. I send you warm greetings from Grimsby Ontario
A lot of English ppl are like him Julian Serkis.
I like why you have said.
The old man and young boy who talk every day discusses fashion, travel, relationships and vlogging for 2 hours.
I love it.
Totally agree!
the soviet doesnt fucking matter.. lol im sorry but look at the facts
Next time should be grandpa and little boy
When you put it that way it sounds creepy.
Bald and Bankrupt gives me hope. When I am 46 years old (23 years from now), it is possible to stay young at heart. Age is quite literally just a number
Yes. Im 28 and met while traveling people girls and boys which are 35+ some where 45 any looks not so old. They made party's like whole night :D
Dude yeah I totally agree. I often would have fears of getting older and not being able to do the things I can when I’m young, but bald shows that you can do it at any age. Plus, when you’re older, you’re more confident in yourself, less angsty, and generally less depressed and unsure of everything. I’m definitely looking forward to those aspects of being older, as someone who has huge problems with anxiety, social insecurity, depression, etc etc. as I age I’ve gotten less insecure and more sure of myself (even though I still have huge issues)
And it’s not like I’m old at all, I’m only 21, but it’s already quite a bit better than being a teenager, in terms of mental health
Did he mention his court appearence for gang rape charges?
And when you’re 61, like me, Ben is a baby! It’s just a number for sure
@cross hatch2 Mr Benjamin Rich-Swift aka Bald
Life stops at 30 until you reach 30
Life stops at 40 until you reach 40
In reality, life stops when you give up on it. When you don't want to do anything more and you lay down and give up. A man who is 40 could be more alive than someone who has settled at 20. Keep the flame of life alive, do new things, talk to new people, expand your horizon both figuratively and literally, and life won't stop until the last person says your name fondly in memory, which if you live life to its fullest could be never.
you're cool with Benny's rapey past then?
@Weevil
That is great advice. I'm 52 year's old but I don't look it, act like it, or feel like it. Sure, the body is a little run down, bad back, knee's, etc, but my mind is still sharp as a knife. A positive attitude really helps as well.
Indeed. I'm 66. I SUP and canoe rivers, and so do my friends who are all near my age. A few are older and kayak class 3 + water. Thirty years of operating and working a landscape business helped me stay in shape, but also caused some wear and tear on the body. When I travel it is with a backpack the size of a carry-on. I think I have a few trips left! So much of life is attitude. I try.
Nice one ✌️
Thank you for this. I'm 23, I have serious back problems and constant pain which will only get worse with age, it is not easy to shrug off. Comments like your make me want to keep living and achieving things. Thank you!
It's crazy how far Benjamin has come in so little time. He's probably the greatest travel vlogger the internet has ever seen. Might sound exaggerated but I challenge you to find someone producing quality content like Ben.
@@alykkt wtf?
He’s prolific but I’m already bored with the content.
@@alykkt What’s your problem?
@@majordudette just a crazy antisemite conspiracy theorist, please walk on.
@@alykkt how do you determine who is a Jew and who is not?
My 2 cents about 'life' around your 20's. I'm 29 now, almost 30. Dutch. Very broadly interested in everything.
In my eyes, most people don't know what to do at this age. Only recently I've started to become more relaxed in the fact that I didn't find my passion. But earning some money to at least live a good life, is in my opinion the most important thing. Anything can become your passion if you're only mildly open minded.
Just do anything when it comes to work. You'll know when you don't like it soon enough. Then just quit. And if you do like it, continue. That's all to it mate. Don't overthink passions or future years. You can't predict most of it anyways. Just start anywhere.
You'll get there mate. You're smart and open minded.
You are absolutely right. People getting up to 80 years old nowadays. There is enough time and you should not let yourself pressure by society.
Balds the Boss👊🏻🍻🍻🍻🍻😁
Not when you find out his sick history he's not.
Ye he is
@@lauralishes1 elaborate?
@@ryandrummond1977 apparently he used to be on all these pick up artist forums saying some pretty vile stuff and was tried for rape in the UK. Look for baldandbaldrdossier on Reddit.
@@scottandcoke1342 so you are using Reddit as a source?
Go on a trip with Bald, we're all waiting for it
And take Harald along. You can leave Simon at home.
you can tell bald dont want to would be a set back
Yes, meet Harald the legend.
@@kareem8533 hahaha agreed
Bald obviously doesn't want to and avoids the topic even. It's for known reasons
This could be the most informative video about Bald and Bankrupt and Nfkrz. Never learned so much about Ben than ever before and i watch his videos since more than 2 years and still going.
Thank you so much for this!! Really, much appreciate and greets from Austria!🇦🇹
The chat about what the future holds resonates with me so much. In my 20's I was at Uni and hated it, so I left. Became a Paramedic, travelled the world as a medic for the oil & gas industry, got a family then in an instant last year (I'm 47 now) I became a single parent. I went from a well-paid travelling job, to a full-time single dad to 3 kids. Do whatever you can, when you can because you just don't know when it will come to a halt. Cheers Roman :)
Can we all take a moment and appreciate that this man is a living legend?
Bald is pretty cool too.
They should make a soviet mosaic of him in Brighton
@@TheOriginalArchie tee hee 🥃🌏
No
Roman is
I can't believe this video is 2 hours long and has soooo much substance. I am a third through and I have learned so much about both of you already. It's amazing. I love the podcast format for you Roman. You are a very good interviewer and in a podcast you share just enough and don't interrupt the other person while also telling stories about you relating to the topic. I looooove it. So much.
Your English fluency blows me away. I teach ESL students and I know the difficulties that learners of the language have. You clearly have a gift. I haven’t seen your video on how you learned English but I’m going to find it and hope to pick up some things I can share with my students.
Bald is one of the very few people I will let wear sunglasses indoors without roasting them.
english male boomer thing, Taking off the sunglasses is a sign of weakness it seems.
hes got pink eye rn he cant take it off
@@hayhaa1984 its comfort thing. and a hiding thing. when someon wheres sunglasses you really cant see the full facial expressions
Well, he is facing a window for light while at the same time trying to see Roman on his computer screen. I don't think he's trying to be vain.
@@1970DAH facts
Roman's background gradually getting brighter and brighter is something I can't unsee
hence the sunglasses from bald
you guys have such a chemistry.. and traveling alone is the best thing a person can do at least once on their life.
I visited St Petersburg, Moscow, and the trans siberian rail road in 2019 because of Balds videos on Russia. Loved it. Wouldnt have gone without his videos showing me how interesting of a place it really is.
I want to do the trans siberian too, but i feel without russian language it would be a waste. I know bald says it doesnt matter, but it does. I speak japanese now and my trips to japan from before and now are day and night.
Of course, speaking the language helps greatly (and lowers prices in some cases), but russian railroads are rather english-frendly. I would recommend learning cyrillic alphabet for a day or two, ability to read simple signs is useful in itself
@@sodinc Is not about understanding where to go. When you speak the language you become more than some random dude in the background. Heck brah, spraking the language will get you daily beers from the locals if you sprak randomly to some of them.
@@leredditcommander8208 that's exactly what i meant by "helps greatly", but it is not the only way to communicate (espacially now with translators in our phones), so lack of language skills must not stop people travelling. The joy of finding understanding with other people (and lerning each other's languages in the process) is very nice.
As far as understand from my relatives in Japan it is harder there, because languages are more different and many Japanese people are somewhat embarrassed to use their imperfect english with foreigners.
I normally never comment, but I’m so happy you started this podcast dude please continue. I’ve been watching you since 2016 and had very similar character growth to you, you’re truly one of my favorite people on TH-cam
*THE FANS WANT ANOTHER DRUNKEN NIGHT WITH BALD & ROMAN OUT ON THE RAINY STREETS OF CHELYABINSK*
Defo 👌
I thought they had a falling-out because Bald is... as his reputation is.
@@xjapan3Yeah I heard about that. It's a damn shame they did though, at the end of the day it's about the content and they were a great duo
honestly i rarely watch youtube podcasts, especially if they're over 30 min long, but one with Roman and Bald? Perfect. Roman I think you have great potential to make podcasts that actually stand out as opposed to the generic YT ones, many of us have been watching you since we were 15/16 and have since grown up with you, many of the questions you ask your guests are ones we have too. Really good shit man
This podcast is either gonna be fire, or it won't continue. I liked this episode, keep it up.
I hope he continues I think this is a good direction for his channel to go in
@@Sylveonny233 Based Russian Chad Joe Rogan. Nah but I imagine he could invite the dudes from South Africa who he talked to about China and stuff, maybe he could talk with No Bullshit lol.
@@Sylveonny233 it’s what every TH-camr does
For us older folks, you both bring out the things we wished we would have done, some things we still can. I've enjoyed you both for almost 2 years now and hopefully into the future if you continue on with this. I've learned much!
Thank you, ~ with Love & Affection! 😘
Update: Stopped watching to cook and eat dinner, finally finished the podcast video, loved it, and the ending, if you're ever in SW Michigan we must meet and visit! 😜
I’ve had a shit day and seeing this has just made me smile. Haven’t even watched it yet. Both legends.
Lol I read this as " I haven't had a shit all day" glad it brightened it though!
Forget the other guests: just do a regular podcast with Bald.
True. Who the fuck cares about pyro or the other music reviewer dude?
@@josesousa1059 Well, lots of people, I'm sure; but as I'm a bigger fan of Bald, I'm naturally going to push for that for selfish reasons. Also, I think he serves as an excellent mentor to Roman.
@@christiantorres6640 true, I was just bitching. He could have him as a recurring guest. Imagine he drops 4 podcasts per month and one of those is Bald being Bald and talking about a Soviet pebble he found on the streets of Prague.
He needs to let bald speak a bit more, just as he was getting into some interesting stories he interrupted and bald never finished, probably youthful exuberance on his part lol
@@PaulB1111 exactly
Rumor has it Bald has been to so many Soviet Nuclear Zones he glows in the dark. And you can fry bacon on his head.
you're cool with Benny's rapey past then?
@@The_Reality_Filter hahahha what Past ?
YEAH HE SHOOTS FIREBALLS OUT HIS ARSE
😂😂😂
Who's editing the comment replies?? That's lame
Bald! Make a travel show about England. For us foreigners we'd find England fun too! Fish and chips, trying to understand English, rain, driving backwards, etc!
@Ceejay Mac exactly man , I live in London, we rarely have showers, it mainly drizzles on and off, there’s lots of stereotypes that need to be broken down for foreigners, driving backwards was the last straw
@Ceejay Mac Calm it down, he's just having a jab. I think it's more of an east, west thing with the rain, though.
@Ceejay Mac I've seen white van man....he most certainly drives backwards and or America style. And since the majority of your country consists of white van men I'd say my original comment holds true.
Also, this is why I never want to visit England. Too many angry people. Also too close to Wales. I don't know if I can trust a country named for one animal but clearly showing a different one on the flag.
You got people big mad with this comment 🤣🤣
@@markvogel5872 I promise we're not all angry. Never heard of the white van man trope, you not have them where you're from?
This is absolutely fantastic, thank you for doing this man. You are spot on with your quote at the beginning when Bald worries about rambling “people love hearing us talk to one another” - we really do!
I love the caring and "fatherly" way that Mr Bald gives you his pearls of wisdom and life advice. Brilliant, absolutely klassno!
Hopefully this gets more than a handful of episodes like most podcasts.
Beetlejuice!! My man!
@@alexfrt01 You know it
Roman, next time let your guest finish their sentences. Less you as the interviewer and more from the interviewee makes it more interesting. Some banter is OK, but BB was saying some interesting things but you had the habit of cutting him off and started to talk about your own experience. Just a tip.
Thats excactly what I thought.
Was gonna say the same thing
Yes BB wanted to talk about his wife and he cut him
Agree with this comment. I listened for about an hour, but finally could take no more. However, interviewing is a skill that requires mastering. I hope you add this to the list of skills you want to develop
Part of it might be the lag
This was like a therapy session with Bald. I like the free-flow of conversation. And you can be a stylist!
When Roman said* people love hearing me and you speak* .cant be more tru
Actually I want to hear baldy speaking. but this guy is interrupting him the whole friggin time!
Romans much younger and new at podcasts,he will improve. Still loving this video.
Ben won the drip battle.
surely.
Bald was right its the top comment 😂😂
🤣 I love it when you two get together. Your collabs are the BEST!!
The fact you're having a 'crisis' about your future at 23 even though you've already accomplished so much? Means you are creative and sensitive and you have so much going for you. Keep pushing forward.
Good interview, I feel like Roman interrupted Bald too many times while he was talking though, kinda got annoying.
Bald "so im learning spanish and..."
hairy cringe guy "OH YEAH I WANT TO LEARN GERMAN OR SOMETHING IDK I FEEL LIKE GERMAN THIS"
Dude could have asked bald why he wants to learn, how is he doing it, hours he is spending, how far has come, when he plans to go back to Latin america, idk, but no, bald had to come himself with some of this.
I agree, definitely too many interruptions. I tuned in to listen to Bald (mostly)...
I think given the fact that he's in his early 20s , he's trying to find his footing and learning how to do long form podcast, i'd say he's doing ok. We'll see how he develops into his new self
@@leredditcommander8208 you don't have to be such a jerk about it.
He said on his Instagram that the internet connection was unstable at parts so he couldnt hear if he was still speaking or not
Let Vorkuta speak
You guys are awesome. As Irish man living in the US, I'm now fascinated with Russia 🇷🇺. 11 time zones... unreal. So many different cultures and landscapes. Thanks guys. Legendary
enjoyed the chat. Roman, you have to let your guest speak. Listen to your guests, it's all about your guest. It was kind of frustrating when he mentioned he had married and then you cut him off to make a comment, but when he started talking again he did not mention his family. I would have liked to hear about his marriage etc., You did that a few times. especially at those times, he was really animated in his speaking at those moments. Anyway, it is your first podcast, so good job.
Nice comments, as a big Bald fan and someone who has looked into his backstory, would have loved to hear about his married life.
the stream lag fucks things up too
Agreed. He should watch some Rogan tips to when running a podcast. He can definitely do it, just needs to learn a few things though.
I agree. However, great first atrempt!!
As a fan of Bald and Bankrupt, this video popped up, and it's your first video I watched. Since then I have become a big fan and have been going through all your videos! I'm amazed at how good you've gotten at English as a non-native speaker. I am studying Japanese myself. Would love to collab sometime if you want. Anyway, keep it up with the great content! And, lets get some more long-form podcasts, these are great!
Shut up
@@hughmungus5158 lmao
@@hughmungus5158 Jake, you've got 4 subscribers. Hey Sam's got 200k. You might want to watch for those subs that might be lurking about.
頑張ってね！陰ながら応援してるよ。
I mean absolutely NO disrespect by this, but I'm amazed how well you adapt to this different genre, especially in long format. Even with your TH-cam experience, it shows other level talent. Although Ben is a very friendly and familiar guest for you. But still, very well done Roman!
This episode should be called romans quarter life crysis
lmao
I've been a fan of both for a couple of years, and I have had this tab on my computer for over a month. It was so long that I just didn't want to spend two hours watching it. But I woke up and thought that I could just listen to it and it may put me back to sleep. However, it was totally enjoyable, funny, and stimulating, it didn't put me back to sleep. It was certainly worth my time, and at my age time is limited, lol.
Thank you: you two gave me two hours of distraction from my isolation and depression with your company.
Huge fan of both.
44:20 i can say for sure he never let his buddies down. bald is the same guy he was to me years ago and never ever let me down.
"dam Tim K and his trekking shoes" - harold baldr
hooligans taken care of in the province?
Because he a brit we are men of our word
omg it's progressive Tim! Just thought you were some random dude Harold met up with lol
@@angrybrit7331 hi wanna be friends?
Two of the most genuine guys on the internet, Seen all your content, you both deserve so much more than what you have, blessings to you both. great podcast
Just a small tip, I found you interrupted him quite a bit when he was talking but I really enjoyed the first episode and can’t wait for more✌️
Yeah I found this really tricky to listen to. So much interrupting Ben before he's finished his sentence. I was just shouting at my scream!! 😂 But great interview though.
After following both you guys for over a year, and as a Brit living in Moscow, I'm going to start making videos walking around places beginning today. I don't have a decent camera, so it'll just be on my phone, but I'll do what I can. After hearing what Bald said at the 7 minute mark this inspired me
Your TH-cam channel past is very interesting
I'll watch if it's good man. Show some odd things just regular stuff some dirty back streets 15 minutes maybe?
Dude. You guys are so right. I've learned more about Russia from you Roman, than I've learned about it in my whole life. We never hear about the real Russia in the west. From the videos you've made, I now have a clearer idea of what Russia is and what it is makes me super interested and I want to visit it now. Thank you Roman for giving us that inside view of your country.
Bald & Bankrupt your first interview ... PRICELESS! Great way to pay it back to the Legend! Much success NFKRZ!
It would be awesome if it became the Bald and NFKRZ podcast where you guys both host it and have guests and different topics
very true
Need
I agree with this Id love it man
When I started watching both yours and Ben`s videos a few weeks ago it was just out of curiosity. I wasn`t sure that I would watch more that 1-2 videos, but I was so wrong. I love the content on both channels. You always find great topics to talk about, while Ben made so amazing and entertaining trip videos across Russia. After this podcast I like you guys even more.
Rarely anticipate so much drip fitting into a single podcast
As a Czech I am glad you both like our country :) Also thank you Bald for taking selfie with me on the Belorussian support march in Prague.
There is also one interesting thing about the Czech Republic that not that many people moved to another country after the fall of communism compare to all other post communist countries.
The only thing I know about your country is that you seemingly have the most attractive women outside of Asia, so, good job?
you're cool with Benny's rapey past then?
@@The_Reality_Filter huh
@@Hilariusgamer Everywhere else a BEER is much worse, why should they move then!?
WELL it took me three days but hey I made it to the end. What an awesome insightful conversation. Roman you are so lucky to have a wise uncle like Benjamin to question. Always seek the advice of folk who have lived longer and experienced more.
Bald and Bankrupt on a podcast?? Let's goooooo, more interesting than 90% of phonies and fakes on other podcasts these days.
This is the content we need. Thank you Roman
Great podcast, really cool to know a bit about you guys. Hope the Prague trip happens!
hearing bald say he is actually introvert was mindblowing to me
Oh, he's definitely an introvert.
@Multorum Unum Nah, sure it's the camera and the act giving him confidence. And, being in a foreign country. He's still very confident don't get me wrong.
@Multorum Unum Exactly.
@Kenny Jackson if you think he cares about relating to the audience through such lies I think you're mistaken
much easier to act/be confident in a random foreign country where no one knows you
one of my all time favourite youtube videos is the one where you drink vodka with Bald. You need to do something like that again once covid is over!
Traveling alone have been some of my most amazing adventures, you're forced to meet cool people in hostels, hiking with new people you've met, you can do as you please everyday, go where you want, change your itinerary at will, you shouldn't be afraid. As an Australian I traveled alone all over Europe when I was 20 (typical Aussie) mostly off the beaten path places in Eastern Europe and The Balkans. This was a fantastic interview always wanted more behind the scenes info about Bald, get him back!
A NFKRZ podcast is something I could really get down to, especially with Mr Bald's serious drip on board!
I grew up in Eastern Europe, Slovakia specifically, and Russia was still this sort of nebulous enigma that I really didn't know a whole lot about. It wasn't until people like you and Bald started making detailed in country videos that I really started to understand what life in Russia was really all about. One of my first stops after covid is definitely going to be Russia.
@Josh Daniels lmfao
@@DW94576 you have impressive english skills. You send me a beautiful Slovakian girl for my compliment ? :-)
I was 22 when I had my first solo trip to Oktoberfest in Munich and it was epic!! Just do it Roman, I’m sure you won’t regret it no matter where you go
Going to save this and listen to it in the bath tonight
...great idea
Are you a fish ? Its 2hrs long bud
the water will get cold
@@offgridtbone2162 It's okay I have some armbands and a rubber ring
@@jamesboughton7841 fuck sake bro 😂🤣🤣
I wouldn’t mind it at all if this became a regular thing
I think you’ve nailed TH-cam. Whatever platform you are on, it all comes down to being interesting to folks… which you are. Well spoken, interesting, and engaging. That’s plenty to support you for life. Good luck!!
“People love hearing you and me speak” pretty damn accurate. Legends
Mr. Bald is a good, respectful, patient listener, such a very polite British gentleman. He listens very carefully and kindly waits Roman to finish sentence. He is careful not to interrupt Roman. He doesn't even show the slightest sign of annoyance when being cut off. When he wants to say something, he asks "can I say something?' - wow... “Am I taking up a lot of time...?” Please ramble on, Mr. Bold, everyone here is so keen to listen to your stories - funny, silly, serious, sad, anything. I learn English as well as how to listen/speak politely in English by listening/watching this. Interesting stories, opinions, honest questions/answers - very entertaining:-)🙏
- a viewer from the country where Uniqlo was born 😄.
Do a history Channel Bald please God let that happen. I love when you teach history and cool fact stuff in your videos.
Only recently found this channel and feeling absolutely 𝒷𝓁𝑒𝓈𝓈𝑒𝒹 to have witnessed the beginning of this endeavour
Gotta put these on Spotify or apple so I don’t have to keep TH-cam open haha
Use a TH-cam to mp3 converter, or TH-cam premium
TH-cam vanced allows you to minimize youtube on mobile
TH-cam Vanced on Android. Background play and no ads.
Use musi
Or just have a yt premium, no commercials and can close the program!
Roman constantly talks over his guests, needs to learn how to interview
I mostly can’t stand vloggers, but you’re doing yourself a disservice if you’re not watching bald. He’s the best channel on TH-cam
Everyday vloggers and travel vloggers are completely different
@@Delete.9 yeah but he is the best
agree
Harald Baldr is better
@alfred lauridsen yeh they are similar but Harald tops it for me, his latest series with the tribe is the best travel vlog ever put on TH-cam
I like the idea of Bald and Bankrupt doing a history type channel, i love his videos and he is very informative.
Watched the whole thing. I love Bald and Bankrupt's channel - NFKRZ - I discovered yours about 3 months ago, I'm now a subscriber. Keep up the good work friend!
It started as a podcast and became a heartfelt long distance conversation between Uncle Bald and his nephew.
The podcast should have a drinking game. take a shot every time Roman brushes his hair back with his hand. I would die 🤣
Or take a shot everytime he says "like", you wouldn't last past the first 10 minutes
Im glad i found this. Mr.bald is huge inspiration for my love of Soviet history i hope to explore as much as he has
Roman this is an awesome show ! I hope you keep on doing it , and bald was an awesome first guest . I have been a big fan of both of yours for a long time now and just want you to know you should keep on doing it. Just great
Please get Natalia from yeah Russia on with you next
Stop interrupting NFKRZ let the guest speak fully!
The NFKRZ Podcast #1 with NFKRZ
Kappa
He is my all time fav!!! Bald and bankrupt kicks ass! He is amazing!
Roman could just drink vodka with Ben hanging around Chelyabinsk, such a great content.
That video is already out there. Its called "drinking vodka with bald and bankrupt"
@@jeroen2218 I know that's why I'm saying that
Roman, I know you love to talk, but when Bald is talking please don't interrupt him!
Exactly, so frustrating. Especially when talking about life experience, have some respect man you're 22 just shuush and listen to your guests story.
Sometimes you gotta sit back and let them tell their story. If you’re going to interrupt it should be a directly related question.
100% agree, it was frustrating that he kept interjecting and hijacking things when Bald was mid-sentence. Learning to listen and have patience to speak your mind is a life skill that often comes with time though. And if you are going to interject, keep it to a word or 3 that helps the story or clarifies something but is short enough that the guest can carry on right away. Don't stop them with telling your own story.
I think he's probably too keen to use Bald to establish himself and his podcast
I think conversing over video call plays a part in that
Roman and Bald and Bankrupt are good friends. That makes me happy. Peace and joy to the whole world. Love
NFKRZ, Ben is totally like your wise, elder... an uncle really. I'm Ben's age & like him not so far removed from youth that I've forgotten what it was like at 23. You're wise to elicit his counsel. Love both you guys, keep working hard & never forget where you came from or the journey that got you where you are. Take care. Greetings & salutations, from Kentucky, USA.
EDIT: Roman, you have a world of amazingness going for you. You're a super-smart, educated Zoomer. Stay grounded, and keep your head on a swivel, figuratively... keep looking around you constantly. You'll find a calling if it hasn't found you yet. In the mean time, keep doing you as you are. Status quo is always good, until one day it isn't. That's what you plan for. Your next move. Be patient my man. Be patient, but never feel secure. That will drive you forward, circumstances be damned.
@@comradeking4427 he is better than Putin
@@comradeking4427 Your smart? You support far-left extremists like Stalin without knowing who they really are.
Sunglasses in the hotel room - how very Soviet 😉
Wonder how many times he says it on here lol
Hangover glasses
@@TripleDDDD vodka shades
Safety is number one priority
Lol I didn’t even notice. It doesn’t even look bizarre for some reason
Sorry to say... This is one of the most fantastic convocation/interview podcast i have ever heard. It helps alot that Bald have so many fun stories to tell but you have som great subjects as well, that is why i think this is great and fantastic.
Not even 1 second in and I can already tell this podcast is going to be legendary!