My favourite bit was when he was challenged to wrestling by some tribe or other in Africa. After reluctantly accepting, Mears (very skilled in judo) promptly wipes the floor with the tribal champion...queue awkward silences all round.
@@user-ko3tv7jl2r Brilliant! Thanks for that anecdote. I’ll have to look it up. Good old Ray! Top man, without a shred of ego flapping in the wind (unlike some survival presenters!)
My daughter (a shy child) joined the Army Cadets at 16, within weeks she came bursting out of her shell and acquired real confidence it was amazing to see, she absolutely loved it.
Same with me when I was young . I was on the Duke of Edinburgh course. I went to New Zealand, Chile, and West Africa. Made great friendshis to this day
Yes he's brilliant and I'd rather be out in the bush with him than Bear Grylls who is a complete bumbling idiot. The only thing wrong with the Duke of Edinburgh's award is the Duke of Edinburgh.
Strange given that Gb 'News' and 'knowledge' are usually mutually exclusive and they rely instead on creating division, hatred, fear and resentment with rhetoric.
@@HueyLewisRocks says the leftist speading hate and division. No respect for people who can't trust their own eyes and ears to make an informed decision, just a tragic little troll.
@@onetwo-in4mh Well you said it, you trust your own "own eyes and ears" .... lol. Not being a student of psychology you won't have any clue how untrustworthy our perceptions are are you would know better. Luckily for us, the people who matter to us, the actual experts, don't trust their perception, they use more intelligent ways to come to conclusions.
@@HueyLewisRocks It doesn't matter how nice and pleasant the conversation is, there is always a screeching leftist stinking up the comments section. If you ever do trust your own eyes and ears Ray mentions the healing effects nature has on mental health. Go for a walk in a forest and then decide whether leaving unwanted comments on youtube is a good use of your time.
@@onetwo-in4mh I don't form opions from what I've 'seen and heard' because I understand the problem with our perceptions, that's you that does fucking stupid things like that. Come back when you can base conclusions on a rational basis.
@@DCI-Frank-Burnside I think Nigel's points is that there can be so much focus on global climate change that not enough is focused on our local environment protections such as woodland protection and protecting fish stocks.
@@bushcat274 nothing better than sleeping in my hammock in the woodland on a summer evening. No need for tarp or net, such a great way to blend in at night.
@@crispindry2815 Thanks for your input on what I know. Your comment has been proven to be invaluable to me. I shall never forget you ❤ Thank you again for coming ❤ 🙏
Absolutely brilliant news. I've grown up with Ray's Bushcraft series and i do think he is the best at his game. A very calming charm without all the overhype that Grills lays down. Look forward to watching him very soon.
Do you remember the chap he was with who tried to make a sort of bread or hard tack from the pith of bull rushes and it went very, very grey?! Poor chap!
Mr Mears has been a positive influence in my life since Tracks back in the nineties, he's the only person I have traveled to listen to, and had the privilege of meeting. It warms my heart to hear that we will have the benefit of his company.
Great to watch and Ray is spot on when he says how much influence youth organizations such as the scouts can have on the development of our young people
This is the only man I could welcome in Neil Oliver’s place for a week or two! Great choice! He always has something intriguing or improving or entertaining to share with the audience. He gets handsomer every year!
The comments about the Burma are interesting, people watching this may not be particularly into military history but read about the Burma campaign, it is extraordinary and about extraordinary tenacious people from Britain Nepal and India. Victory from almost certain defeat, tenacity in spades, and improvisation. I think it is the finest campaign the British ever fought anywhere. The men who fought it must never be the forgotten army.
Love these discussions. I have always been a fan of Nigel. He has great guests and treats them courteously, but also gets into some important and interesting points. Did not know about Ray Mears, but he seems to be a very good guy. I learned a lot in Scouts, and participated as an adult in my sons' Scout experience. The older one even started in the UK when we lived there.
@@quentinnewark2745 The technique is called ponassing. If you google it you'll understand the methods involved, but essentially the twigs or sticks used are freshly cut and green, so not readily flammable. It's undoudtedly the best way to cook a salmon too.
@@psychostude great tip, I can see pictures, its not direct flame on wood, but enough proximate heat to cook the fish, I see how that would work, will try it this week with fresh fish from fishmonger.
"That generation" was indeed tough. Thank God that they were. Ray Mears, taught by his Judo Sensei has to be tough and it has rubbed off on him. Great to see him. "You're obviously quite good at it" says Nigel. lol . Lovely.
Absolutely brilliant Ray certainly knows his stuff. I could watch these too have a proper conversation for hours 😄 Thanks GB news excellent work as always
How very British - a chat over a pint. Love it! I also loved Ray Mears' programmes in the days when I had a TV. Are his programmes available online anywhere? I'd love to re-watch them.
Ray Mears is an old school gentleman,with great morals and integrity.. something that is seriously missing in today's society. People like Ray are a dying breed.
Good on Ray. The last few sentences is what everyone in this country is thinking. It's time to forcibly remove those woke eco-warriers from the roads. If they love trees so much, they won't mind being buried under one.
I live in Vietnam where they still have conscription . I see these young men and Women running at 6 o’clock in the morning doing their training , there’s practically no obesity here . After doing their 2 or 3 years they come out fit healthy and extremely polite . Drugs ,violence , and crime is very low . Totally different than what you have today in the UK .
Both of my lads went to the Army cadets and thoroughly enjoyed it! They would happily recommend that for a life experience it couldn't be beaten! Their proudest and ours was when they were asked to join the ceremonial march for remembrance Sunday, both tried to joun the full army at 18 years old but due to cutbacks were rejected even with their CO's backing!
Really loved Ray Mears bushcraft when I was growing up and this was a really interesting interview. Nigel Farage is a great interviewer too, who’d a thought ? Keep it up GB news
So glad Ray is looking and sounding more like his old self and hopefully put his problems behind him, always an interesting bloke to watch and listen to across a range of subjects.
What I like about Ray is environmentalism done the right way. He isn’t someone that has fallen for the eco-fascist propaganda but deeply cares about the world we live in.
Huge respect for Ray and he is overflowing with words of wisdom and common sense in this. I did Cubs, Scouts, Army Cadets and now in my fifties I love nothing more than going camping on my motorcycle…………and I carry a plethora of bushcraft and survival gear. Be Prepared !
Ray Mears was great television, no hyperbole just quality, informative entertainment.
My favourite bit was when he was challenged to wrestling by some tribe or other in Africa. After reluctantly accepting, Mears (very skilled in judo) promptly wipes the floor with the tribal champion...queue awkward silences all round.
A man who truly knows his subject and practices it to become a practical expert.
@@user-ko3tv7jl2r Brilliant! Thanks for that anecdote. I’ll have to look it up. Good old Ray! Top man, without a shred of ego flapping in the wind (unlike some survival presenters!)
Ray is a top class human being
My daughter (a shy child) joined the Army Cadets at 16, within weeks she came bursting out of her shell and acquired real confidence it was amazing to see, she absolutely loved it.
All the cadet forces are a national treasure that is not publicised enough
Let's hope she doesn't decide to join 77th brigade.
Same with me when I was young . I was on the Duke of Edinburgh course. I went to New Zealand, Chile, and West Africa. Made great friendshis to this day
Former air cadet here. Brilliant thing, so glad I was involved - it was huge for my development
I was a child with lazy parents. I was bullied at school through not having good cloths. Army cadets we all had the same uniform. And comradeship
Ray Mears is a truly interesting, knowledgeable and very modest gentleman.
It would be good to see him on more often
A true gentleman
I love Ray Mears he is a legend.
Yes he's brilliant and I'd rather be out in the bush with him than Bear Grylls who is a complete bumbling idiot. The only thing wrong with the Duke of Edinburgh's award is the Duke of Edinburgh.
@@truthseeker7794 I don't think there is a Duke of Edinburgh at the moment, but I will be happy to be corrected.
@@frankie7529 Thats ok, we don't need one.
Excellent, so glad to see Ray Mears joining GBNews, Quality fellow, has never made a bad tv programme! I will be watching!
If all the people of the world was like ray what a wonderful place it would be..great respect for him
Another great guest, well done GB news from Spain.
Bottoms up 🍻🥂🍺 to every Brit watching this. Greetings from Casablanca Morocco
A real Englishman 👍
This interview was incredible, so nice to hear some uninterrupted insight into the great mans life. He has so much knowledge and he loves to share it
Strange given that Gb 'News' and 'knowledge' are usually mutually exclusive and they rely instead on creating division, hatred, fear and resentment with rhetoric.
@@HueyLewisRocks says the leftist speading hate and division. No respect for people who can't trust their own eyes and ears to make an informed decision, just a tragic little troll.
@@onetwo-in4mh Well you said it, you trust your own "own eyes and ears" .... lol. Not being a student of psychology you won't have any clue how untrustworthy our perceptions are are you would know better. Luckily for us, the people who matter to us, the actual experts, don't trust their perception, they use more intelligent ways to come to conclusions.
@@HueyLewisRocks It doesn't matter how nice and pleasant the conversation is, there is always a screeching leftist stinking up the comments section. If you ever do trust your own eyes and ears Ray mentions the healing effects nature has on mental health. Go for a walk in a forest and then decide whether leaving unwanted comments on youtube is a good use of your time.
@@onetwo-in4mh I don't form opions from what I've 'seen and heard' because I understand the problem with our perceptions, that's you that does fucking stupid things like that. Come back when you can base conclusions on a rational basis.
Ray sparked my passion and love for the outdoors and how to respect the land. Hugely grateful
I like Ray a lot, though I have to say I'm baffled to see him appearing alongside Farage, a long time downplayer of climate change.
@@DCI-Frank-Burnside I think Nigel's points is that there can be so much focus on global climate change that not enough is focused on our local environment protections such as woodland protection and protecting fish stocks.
@@bushcat274 nothing better than sleeping in my hammock in the woodland on a summer evening. No need for tarp or net, such a great way to blend in at night.
Putting on Ray Mears. GB New is going from strength to strength.
From the US: Love and Respect to Nigel, because he is such an honest man.
God bless Donald trump 🇬🇧
Do you guys watch Ray over there? If not you should, true British intelligence 👌🏻
I have always loved Ray Mears. his books are fantastic.
please can you recommend one I used to love watching him on tv
@@twinturbo5212 Essential Bushcraft and Outdoor Survival Handbook are good books to start with if you like Ray Mears.
@@fairislecat6413 Thanks much appreciated 👍
No way...Ray Mears on GBNews 🤯 I might re-subscribe. Ray would never take the knee. Good move GBNews. Looking forward to seeing more of Ray on here.
@@crispindry2815 Thanks for your input on what I know. Your comment has been proven to be invaluable to me. I shall never forget you ❤ Thank you again for coming ❤ 🙏
Ray Mears is a callback to older British tv - understated, informative, respectful. Legend
Absolutely brilliant news. I've grown up with Ray's Bushcraft series and i do think he is the best at his game. A very calming charm without all the overhype that Grills lays down. Look forward to watching him very soon.
love ray mears, show he did about foraging in britain was brilliant
Do you remember the chap he was with who tried to make a sort of bread or hard tack from the pith of bull rushes and it went very, very grey?! Poor chap!
Mr Mears has been a positive influence in my life since Tracks back in the nineties, he's the only person I have traveled to listen to, and had the privilege of meeting. It warms my heart to hear that we will have the benefit of his company.
Ray was and will always be one of my heros. His shows have inspired me for a lifetime. Absolute legend.
Ray Mears top man.
I see he’s entered the jungle of current affairs, that’s tougher than any rainforest to survive in.
Well done Nigel for having this great bloke in GBTalking Pints tonight, he's excellent and talks sooo much common sense Paula in sussex
Fantastic, what a treat (and a nice surprise too).
Talking Pints is always entertaining, and oftentimes educational.
Ray you legend!
Looking forward to his show,well done Ray.
Ah me favourite Bushwacker Mr Mears, Glad to see he's doing well.
Great to watch and Ray is spot on when he says how much influence youth organizations such as the scouts can have on the development of our young people
2 men I respect very much, in suit and ties and talk sense, gives me hope watching interviews like this, only on GB news ❗️😊
Great Interview = = Two Great Guys.
GB News, with the addition of the great Ray Mears you've won another regular viewer. Keep up the good work Mr Farage
What a fantastic addition if only temporary to GBN. This is why the channel stands out ahead of BBC etc.
Ray's on GB News. Amazing!
♥️ GBNews
Always; pleasantly surprised how good an interviewer Nigel Farage is - puts the opposing BBC, ITV and Sky "talent" to shame.
Informative decent conversation. Unlike kay burley etc! Where it's all about her👸
Glad you inverted commas...
@@delboy6364 That face...
@@johnturner1073 faces! She's had more touch up than a Jimmy Saville victim!
@@delboy6364 lmfao. Hey, now listen, that joke's way too dark.
Really enjoyed this, and a fair take on Insulate Britain at the end.
Ray is so composed.
@Martin Low Eh?
@Martin Low Why do you say that? #genuine_interest
@Martin Low Fair enough.
This is the only man I could welcome in Neil Oliver’s place for a week or two! Great choice! He always has something intriguing or improving or entertaining to share with the audience. He gets handsomer every year!
He certainly scrubs up well!
Ray Mears, the GOAT on GBN. Now there’s something I won’t be missing
Ray you are an inspiration for anyone who is able to view your work thank you for inspiring me 👍👍
Looking forward to seeing Ray on GB News
Nice to have ray on board 😃👍
Are you kidding me!!! Ray mears on gb news. This guy is god!!!! ❤️
Another excellent guest Nigel, thank you
Love that interview, and Ray. 👏👏👏👏🍺🍺👍🇬🇧
The comments about the Burma are interesting, people watching this may not be particularly into military history but read about the Burma campaign, it is extraordinary and about extraordinary tenacious people from Britain Nepal and India. Victory from almost certain defeat, tenacity in spades, and improvisation. I think it is the finest campaign the British ever fought anywhere. The men who fought it must never be the forgotten army.
My grandpa was a captain in the Lancashire fusiliers and was part of the Burma campaign
My grandad was in Burma too royal Sussex.
What a treat!Love Ray Mears.
Love these discussions. I have always been a fan of Nigel. He has great guests and treats them courteously, but also gets into some important and interesting points.
Did not know about Ray Mears, but he seems to be a very good guy. I learned a lot in Scouts, and participated as an adult in my sons' Scout experience. The older one even started in the UK when we lived there.
Ray Mears on GB news. Fantastic
Ray is a true gent and will make a great addition 👍🏻
Some guy Ray, pint of vodka!
That's hard drinking what a guy 👍
Its Gin!!!!
Loved his shows. I always remember that canoe that he made by hand and then sailed down the river.
Wow it's been a long time since I have watched a Ray Mears documentary.
Ray Mears on GBNews! What a coup. Absolutely love the guy, look forward to seeing him.
These guests on here are so interesting, I could listen for hours
Rays looking reallly well,hes a smart guy ,thanks for the vid
Super to see Ray again, thanks Nigel
That made me smile two English gentleman and a pint perfect tv 👍
I love Ray, I must check his podcast out
👍Lovely encounter Very enjoyable way to end the nights viewing
Great interview..
Another fantastic interview, raising great points, well done.
Always liked ray mears on the telly. Seems a decent guy.
I've watched most of Ray's shows overs the years, bushcraft and survival were my personal favourites, he does a mean Salmon on a grill of twigs.😛
Do the twigs not burn and dump the salmon??
He did a show with bush tucker man major Les hiddens. Absolutely brilliant watch
@@quentinnewark2745 The technique is called ponassing. If you google it you'll understand the methods involved, but essentially the twigs or sticks used are freshly cut and green, so not readily flammable. It's undoudtedly the best way to cook a salmon too.
@@psychostude great tip, I can see pictures, its not direct flame on wood, but enough proximate heat to cook the fish, I see how that would work, will try it this week with fresh fish from fishmonger.
Top bloke, glad to hear that Mr. Mears is joining GB News.
Ray Mears programs are always excellent and enjoyable.
Ray Mears really is an idol of mine. I adore him.
Excellent interview
Excellent chat. I have always held Ray Mears in high regard..I loved his Tracks tv series in the 90's..a gent who knows what he is talking about.
"That generation" was indeed tough. Thank God that they were. Ray Mears, taught by his Judo Sensei has to be tough and it has rubbed off on him. Great to see him. "You're obviously quite good at it" says Nigel. lol . Lovely.
Ray Mears is my hero and I love and respect him massively
The programme Wild Food he made with the much missed Gordon Hillman continues to be one of the most enjoyable programmes I have ever watched.
Absolutely brilliant Ray certainly knows his stuff. I could watch these too have a proper conversation for hours 😄 Thanks GB news excellent work as always
Such a smart bloke 👍
What a great bloke!
Ray Mears for PM
He’d introduce some climate change policies
Id vote for him in a second
A gentleman and a scholar
ray mears needs to be taking up attenboroughs mantel. i could listen to him all day happily
How very British - a chat over a pint. Love it! I also loved Ray Mears' programmes in the days when I had a TV. Are his programmes available online anywhere? I'd love to re-watch them.
Most are available here on TH-cam.
Good to hear Ray is joining the team.
I've been saying this for years; Bring back the bush!
oh yes
Ray Mears.. absolute gent and a legend!..and more importantly,a man with common sense.
Ray Mears is an old school gentleman,with great morals and integrity.. something that is seriously missing in today's society.
People like Ray are a dying breed.
Good on Ray. The last few sentences is what everyone in this country is thinking. It's time to forcibly remove those woke eco-warriers from the roads. If they love trees so much, they won't mind being buried under one.
ray mears is my hero!
What a surprise to see him here.
Modest and intelligent man, excellent interview.
I live in Vietnam where they still have conscription . I see these young men and Women running at 6 o’clock in the morning doing their training , there’s practically no obesity here . After doing their 2 or 3 years they come out fit healthy and extremely polite . Drugs ,violence , and crime is very low . Totally different than what you have today in the UK .
Good insight.
Both of my lads went to the Army cadets and thoroughly enjoyed it! They would happily recommend that for a life experience it couldn't be beaten! Their proudest and ours was when they were asked to join the ceremonial march for remembrance Sunday, both tried to joun the full army at 18 years old but due to cutbacks were rejected even with their CO's backing!
Always a pleasure listening to Ray Mears.
Top guy ray.
Top bloke
Really loved Ray Mears bushcraft when I was growing up and this was a really interesting interview. Nigel Farage is a great interviewer too, who’d a thought ? Keep it up GB news
So glad Ray is looking and sounding more like his old self and hopefully put his problems behind him, always an interesting bloke to watch and listen to across a range of subjects.
What happened to him?
What I like about Ray is environmentalism done the right way. He isn’t someone that has fallen for the eco-fascist propaganda but deeply cares about the world we live in.
God be with and guide you both as you walk with Him.
Well this was an excellent surprise!
Huge respect for Ray and he is overflowing with words of wisdom and common sense in this. I did Cubs, Scouts, Army Cadets and now in my fifties I love nothing more than going camping on my motorcycle…………and I carry a plethora of bushcraft and survival gear. Be Prepared !
That interview could have been much longer. So interesting.
It almost deserves its own one hour section...