One of the reasons Bald is so good at this, is his ability to quickly read people and know exactly how to act and speak to make them feel the most comfortable and open up. Whether it’s a taxi driver, a bunch of women cooking, or potential street thugs, he knows how to make friends with them all.
That's because he had many years of training in England and then he was sent out to get a feel of every place they send him. I usually see him in a country right before that county has an uprising or war. He's not bankrupt and certainly educated . One reason he isn't scarred is because he can and will be rescued under any attempt to kidnap or harm him. I've seen this before with a "normal guy with a family" in Africa years ago. That guy was kidnapped and the U.S sent a seal team and reaper drones. He was rescued and the African terrorists all died from bombs. Just a little info
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@W_H_K yeah 100%, 80 years ago these places had roads, institutions, functional governments, etc...now they have corruption, mud ruts, and non-functional societies, but hey, they can only blame their own incompetence, can't hate the West for their failure.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@kreatingsound4946 Sure, the Brits were angels🤡, they've been angels all over the world for hundreds of years, now they piggy back on an even greater angel the USA, still doing angel stuff all over the world🤣
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
Bald has balls of steel, he's the only one on the planet willing to go to anyplace on the watch list, never been on anyone's bucket list and walks in like he owns the place. Love it !
i have lived in; North Sudan during the Revolution, Dr Congo, Congo Brazza, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Mali, Egypt, Namibia, Zambia, South Africa and Malawi, in the past 26 years. I have never felt safer, and been around nicer hospitable people, than in Africa. I would never move back to the USA
@@donaldtrumplover2254 very strange comment, "dude".... "to be fair? Where is your "fairness"? Is this about Bald? You haven't followed his work ever it seems
When Bald travels to places we would never dare to visit, this is one of the best channels on TH-cam. A lot of those interactions could have gotten very hairy very quickly. This was a masterclass in disarming hostility. Great job. Balls of steel.
These videos are always so incredibly entertaining and insightful. I feel like my attention span is getting worse as I age yet I have no issue sitting through and watching these videos completely with no skipping. This is peak content.
Bald is immune to intimidation, it’s a masterclass to watch him. Like when the guy in the bus station said Give me my money. You can see how he put his hand on his shoulder to deter him and then brought the attention of other people. The guy got embarrassed and ran 😂
@@inmydarkesthour2278 That is not true. It is just a misunderstanding of they dynamics. Actually I am a big fan of Bald, but he misses out on showing the essence of the countries. So I would like to share my perspective of Uganda which you can see in my latest video I just posted. It is completely different to his perspective. Even in the ghettos in countries I have visited, the way you engage with people changes the dynamic. Having been in the same situations, I generally realise people are all the same and fun around the world. So I hope I can share a different perspective. the episode is called "Uganda is Fun"
Enjoying your stuff more and more. I love how you can switch hats to talk to different people, be sweet to kindness (like with children asking for money) and then quick and sharp to defend yourself from uncomfortable situations. That's a real craft. Looking forward to what's coming soon! Saludos desde Berlin
11:46 Bald's tour guide looked so deflated after having his speech repeated after he worked so hard to practice it 😢 ("I thought I said it clearly enough") was probably what he was thinking 😂
I find the places we are told are dangerous seem to be not dangerous but where all the fun is. I stayed in mexico city for a week and was told too avoid Tepito but spent most time there and miss it everyday 😅
Worked with a bloke back in the 70's who had been one of the Ugandan Asians forcibly expelled from Uganda by Idi Amin, He and his family lost everything, his home, car, belonings and his business, he was one of many taken in by the British government, he was always grateful to GB for giving him another chance to thrive, which he did, good bloke he was, always upbeat despite the hardship he'd suffered.
Oh yeah, kind of like how GB stole everything from everywhere else. Only you lot take it a step further and put stolen cultural artifacts on display in your museum. Keep patting yourself on the back.
@@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 No not windrush, this was later, 1972/73. Almost 30,000 Asians who had British passports, I believe, were taken in by our government after Amin gave them 90 days to get out of Uganda or else.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
You’ve inspired me over the last few years to get out of my comfort zone and start traveling to visit all different parts of the world and it’s been a blast. Absolutely love the videos no matter where you end up!
I absolutely LOVE how you were so respectful of their country and how you helped every woman that approached you. You were funny, playful and especially respectful to the ladies. You handled your journey with style, whit and (as my people call it) seasoning. Loved watching this.
This is one of the best videos on the channel. We have it all, the genuine interaction with locals, interesting history, the de-escalating of what would be very shady situations for anyone else. Top tier.
One second you're laughing hard at the "why not?" guy, and the next, you see a little girl in a red hat with a sad face and lovely eyes asking for money in her own way. Cheers, Ben! You never disappoint.
The thing i like in Benjamin the most is that how he handles "give me money" situations. Where other travelers would get completely defensive, anxious; he just keeps the smile, jokes around, give some compliments, and telling that he is bankrupt!
@@Seneditiz But he exploits the people, he has enough money to help them out a bit. I think it's not right to use them for content, while earning a lot (with more than 4 MILLION followers) and not giving something.
love the fact that you dont glorify the shit out the place unlike most influencers that go and travel to dirt poor country and just romanticize the entire experience
To me it is all about the social interactions. The people of Uganda seem very open and friendly. In the end we are all humans and we just want a decent life.
When that Boda driver at the beginning took the money he held his right arm with his left hand, that's a sign of respect we use as far down as South Africa. thanks again for yet another great video
@@AmandaLarsson-b8o everywhere you go maybe not the Cape they're a bit weird but in the other parts it's standard and some even clap before receiving . Most people don't pay attention so will never have seen.
@@kreatingsound4946 you're kind of persistent but it doesn't change the fact that you're missing the context... And you're utterly wrong in your assumption
@@Shingetzuma too late bro. I am already investing in those natural resource deposits Benjamin found where the Brits are gonna be creating new country Ugan-zrael (there is no mention in history books, but they deserve their land so Brits will give it to them in exchange for resources) 😂
Shallow texbook 'history.' Amin was much more complex than an 'evil dictator who killed 300k of his own people.' And he also convenitenly left out which foreign country trained and supplied those armies. Also, British 'explorers' like Livingstone and Speke didn't 'discover' anything, the source of the Nile was always known! From Ptolemy's map, to Al-Idrisi's map, to Venetian maps etc. it's baffling that people are still being misinformed by Eurocentrism...
I'm really impressed by the warmth and friendliness of the Ugandan peoples that you've met along the way. I've never seen such graciousness with smiles from peoples living in distressed conditions, to say the least. Thanks for this video and keep up your labor of love, Benjamin et al.
Britain colonised our country. Education at all levels is in English here. Yes from as low as kindergarten that is 3 years. Plus general education level is not that so bad
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
The way he deters potential robbers and de-escalates any potentially hostile situations is so admirable. A true travel TH-camr going to paths literally no one has gone
I spent two weeks in Uganda this time last year. Such amazing and hospitable people - the only country I have visited and made friendships that have continued afterwards. Weebale, Uganda 👍🏻
I love your content bald but as a white man working and living in UG I have to point some things out: there’s nothing at all dangerous about the areas you went to, the slums of Kampala are small and harmless compared to Nairobi’s or Capetown’s. Also, Ugandans are some of the most hospitable people, those who seem “confrontational” are just having fun and seeing if you, a white man, have any cash… they’re not going to rob you. Enjoy your travels in this amazing country!
@@sinicidentity1210Well I have family that was robbed in Uganda. She had to run for her life and dignity several times. Does that change anything? Or did you make up your mind already ;)
Oh wow! Watching this as a Uganda is quite eye opening. I think my people are way too random, in a cool way. The "Why not?" guy was so disarming. There is simply no come back to his why not remarks. Thank you for highlighting my country. I hope more viewers of your channel get to visit. I mean, why not?
Still amazes me how this man just gets on with everyone and you can see people really like him no matter what part of the world his in...Love you Bald ❤
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
Benjamin in Africa means everything is of less priority now except the Euro and Copa final. Hollywood or Netflix whatever. Hey Ben, the long wait on your video is like a torture. Thanks you uploaded.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@jimmyobrien8738 Safer than New York😉. Jokes aside, when you ever get a chance to visit Uganda, go fot it. Flying into Entebbe airport is an awesome sight while watching lake victoria. Ugandans are warm welcoming people and the landscape changes while travelling from town to town.
That "Why Not?" guy is wild 😆
Why not?@@Joker4236-1
Right!? Where the hell do you even go those stickers!?
Ya wild could be a word to describe him. Maybe misinformed.🤷♂
Based guy 🗿
Why not bro they are great leaders
“But do you like him??”
“Why not”
“Kim Jong Un, you like him”
“Why not”
“Hitler?”
“Why not”
at least he got his dictators right. most of them..lol
I mean he only killed 15 million people
@@terryrobertson111 I mean please… He could’ve at least got someone like Mao or Stalin smh
“Why are you so friendly?”
“Give me some money” haha
That absolutely sent me! 😂😭
Bald spent time in India he knows
Lmao I love how he says this to the camera every time someone tries to swindle him for cash
"Lovely people in Uganda"
@@datdude15 Ultimate comment.
He found a politician!
One of the reasons Bald is so good at this, is his ability to quickly read people and know exactly how to act and speak to make them feel the most comfortable and open up. Whether it’s a taxi driver, a bunch of women cooking, or potential street thugs, he knows how to make friends with them all.
In a different world he could have been a great speaker and life couch lol, kind of like Tommy Robinson.
That's because he had many years of training in England and then he was sent out to get a feel of every place they send him. I usually see him in a country right before that county has an uprising or war. He's not bankrupt and certainly educated . One reason he isn't scarred is because he can and will be rescued under any attempt to kidnap or harm him. I've seen this before with a "normal guy with a family" in Africa years ago. That guy was kidnapped and the U.S sent a seal team and reaper drones. He was rescued and the African terrorists all died from bombs. Just a little info
@@ADFinemFidelis Holy, I wish I believed in things like this, life would be an action movie
@@ADFinemFideliswhat Tf are you talking about
@@everything777 this comment sent me bro
"Ah, good man. Have a Banana!" That part seriously killed me 😂
He's the kind of man I like, good humored but not ever allowing someone to take advantage.
Almost blasted coffee all over my screen 😂 Was not prepared!
@@giraffesinc.2193 Yeah 14:25 I wouldve given him my Money and my shirt... 🤣🤣
I'm sure there is a jail sentence in USA or UK for this. I can't stop laughing. I can't breathe.
@@flaviusvespasian ?
The "Why not?" taxi driver gave me the best laughs of the month!😆
I legit started laughing hysterically and that hasn't happened in a long time.
I get the feeling he is often challenged on his political opinions lol
@@TBPC30 Same
I felt tears running down my face before I knew it 😂
@@bromanche1614Looks like it's not the first time the taxi driver has been asked that question😂
Bald must have been a high-tier spy in another life, his ability to immediately deescalate situations is incredible
"Have a banana."
He actually might be.
Yuri =D
He worked for MI6
One word; Money!
😂😂😂 I’m a Ugandan living in Kampala. It’s so hilarious seeing our way of life through your perspective! This is great content, I hope this goes viral!
The guy with the stickers at 16:00 killed me 😂
😂😂😂 a lot of people idolized here for the wrongest reasons!!!
@@Peterbagyenda ngl its kind of funny, in another video of uganda there was the „hitler gym“ ☠️😂
@@Mimonbaraka98 😂😂 😂
looks better than uk not gna lie kinda gone downhill here recently
I like how Ben disarms beggers with humour instead of hostility.
The way he handles the guy at 14:26 is really amazing, displays that he has a special gift in how to read people.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@kreatingsound4946
Same with South Africa and Rhodesia. There’s a pattern.
@@W_H_K yeah 100%, 80 years ago these places had roads, institutions, functional governments, etc...now they have corruption, mud ruts, and non-functional societies, but hey, they can only blame their own incompetence, can't hate the West for their failure.
@@paulbreen8533 Yeah it's a skill. But if you show one hint of fear they'll jump on you.
I love how one guy is just yelling complete nonsense, and then one of his friends just goes 'We have a disciplinary committee '. 😂
😂😂😂
😂
Complete nonsense? He spoke pretty clearly.
They definitely beat his ass afterwords
Bald's level of communication and avoiding conflicts is awesome!
Even when he's about to be mugged, he just offers over a banana. Got to love bald.
We have no idea how many times he's already been mugged😅
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@kreatingsound4946 Sure, the Brits were angels🤡, they've been angels all over the world for hundreds of years, now they piggy back on an even greater angel the USA, still doing angel stuff all over the world🤣
It's amazing really.
I loved the little kid with a Tim Hortons Beanie saying May God bless you after you gave some money. That was so heartwarming
If only that kid knew what the Tim Hortons was for and where it’s from!
@@djgordon8101 the beanie is pretty rad ngl
Glad a fellow Canadian noticed wow that’s so random 😂
Haha I noticed that too 😂 Little double double for the kid eh
I think that was a grown woman, just a short one
The "why not" responses were straight gold lol
Brock Lesner, Bruce Lee, and Hitler.....why not
😂😂😂
Dream blunt rotation
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@kreatingsound4946 Why not
@@kreatingsound4946oh please.
I am 100% incorporating the "Why not" technique into my everyday life.
With a dismissive shrug of the shoulders
It's like that movie "Yes Man" imagine a whole day like that LOL, why not no matter what.
You are a saint and a scholar!
Why are you late? Why not
Why did you sleep with my wife "why not"
WHY NOT? The new motto of this channel 😂😂😂
😂😂😂 and why not.
I’d buy a shirt with that guy on it. 😂
Yeah, Why not?
Said with sure assertion and confidence
Absolutely creased at that bloke, why not?!😂😂
You are a wise man, buying them beers you were buying yourself a safe passage
Bald: "Hitler, do you like him?"
Bus Man: "Why not?"
Least based Ugandan.
Let him be a politician 😂
There's also a confederate flag at 9:28 lmao
@@snafu5563 how do you even spot that lol
Maybe we have seen the next Idi Amin. "Are you going to kill people?" "Why not".
Bald has balls of steel, he's the only one on the planet willing to go to anyplace on the watch list, never been on anyone's bucket list and walks in like he owns the place.
Love it !
i have lived in; North Sudan during the Revolution, Dr Congo, Congo Brazza, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Mali, Egypt, Namibia, Zambia, South Africa and Malawi, in the past 26 years. I have never felt safer, and been around nicer hospitable people, than in Africa. I would never move back to the USA
@@Augfordpdoggiewild!🙏
Check out 'Anton is Here', he's also got a screw loose and goes everywhere that people generally shouldn't go lol
Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
@@donaldtrumplover2254 very strange comment, "dude".... "to be fair? Where is your "fairness"? Is this about Bald? You haven't followed his work ever it seems
When Bald travels to places we would never dare to visit, this is one of the best channels on TH-cam. A lot of those interactions could have gotten very hairy very quickly. This was a masterclass in disarming hostility. Great job. Balls of steel.
I watch Sabbatical as well. But even he could not face more than one day in Congo.
Where was the hostility that had to be disarmed?
Those situations could get hairy but it’s not a problem for Bald !!
@@MichaelWilliams85 14:20
@@remotelogrem9508 truly a master of no
These videos are always so incredibly entertaining and insightful. I feel like my attention span is getting worse as I age yet I have no issue sitting through and watching these videos completely with no skipping. This is peak content.
Right I’m in the same boat, it just sucks when it feels like you’ve watched all the good travel videos, do you have any recommendations?
An entire half an hour without your attention being diverted by the squirrel scampering by, outside your window? Mighty impressive.....
Bald is immune to intimidation, it’s a masterclass to watch him. Like when the guy in the bus station said Give me my money. You can see how he put his hand on his shoulder to deter him and then brought the attention of other people. The guy got embarrassed and ran 😂
He for sure looked mean and would have hurt him under different circumstances
@@inmydarkesthour2278 gotta pick and choose when to use that tactic. if they were alone bald woulda given him everything 😂
@@AtlasTurner Oh come on, he seems like a guy who can at least try to handle someone 1 on 1
The guys a stocky 6.4 you’d have to be drunk to tackle someone that big !!
@@inmydarkesthour2278 That is not true. It is just a misunderstanding of they dynamics. Actually I am a big fan of Bald, but he misses out on showing the essence of the countries. So I would like to share my perspective of Uganda which you can see in my latest video I just posted. It is completely different to his perspective. Even in the ghettos in countries I have visited, the way you engage with people changes the dynamic. Having been in the same situations, I generally realise people are all the same and fun around the world. So I hope I can share a different perspective. the episode is called "Uganda is Fun"
"This man is an international super star" "Good man, have a banana" 🤣
He was talking about BackpackerBen who was in the other seat
It's incredibly impressive to see someone with such highly developed social skills. Best travel documentaries.
Excellent video, time went so quickly. Looking forward to the next. Stay safe Ben. 😅
Enjoying your stuff more and more. I love how you can switch hats to talk to different people, be sweet to kindness (like with children asking for money) and then quick and sharp to defend yourself from uncomfortable situations. That's a real craft. Looking forward to what's coming soon! Saludos desde Berlin
he's the kind of traveller I aspire to be!!
It's astonishing how easily you connect with people. That is probably the biggest part of what makes your reports so incredibly unique and authentic.
Happens on a daily basis for most of people that don‘t live in western countries
5:31 "Is he sleeping or is he dead?" LMFAO this whole video is gold
😂
idk how he was sleeping through all that
@@CallumSk8er You'd be surprised at what the human body adapts to if needs to.
Men can adapt to anything @@yiannis777-l9c
Paris is looking different these days.
I was about to comment exactly that, lol.
It's looking the same as when I went 🤷🏻♂️
Why do we ruin our countries like this
@@milkyporridge5929 thank small hats and lobbyists
Paris has more North African diversity and probably less safe than Uganda
Everyone in Uganda speaks English. I love that😂😂 Thanks for coming to Uganda 🇺🇬 and filming with nice video.
Dude, it is their national language. Because they were under the British Empire for 68 years.
They didn't steal his phone 🤣
H*tler on the Taxi mirror killed me 🤣🤣
🤣
Me too - absolute stitches
Why not?
This guy is a legend.
😅😅😅
I want more of the ‘why not?’ Guy. Had me cracking up 😂
I know yeah
It's the delivery -WHY NOT
Like a statement, not a question 😅😅
Other than the first sticker, "why not" might be a reasonable question. Wonder what literacy is like over there.
11:46 Bald's tour guide looked so deflated after having his speech repeated after he worked so hard to practice it 😢 ("I thought I said it clearly enough") was probably what he was thinking 😂
You're looking way too into it. Just enjoy the video mate
Reminds me of the British skit where a reporter interviews Talibans or Mujahideens in English but there are subtitles
I agree he didn’t need to do that
Pretty rude.. Baldy put on a show like he was interpreting mesopotamian for his viewers. I could understand the guide fine
@@jenersharma Why do i need subtitles i speak perfect english!!
I'm from the UK and I was in Uganda last February. I walked alone all over Kampala. It's really not dangerous during the day.
Danger is in your head not a reality
It's not dangerous at all. The one good thing with a military government is the security, long as you're not political 😅
It's not even dangerous at night. It's the same level of danger as most cities around the world
M7 has secured security in Uganda we walk freely please🙏❤❤❤
I find the places we are told are dangerous seem to be not dangerous but where all the fun is. I stayed in mexico city for a week and was told too avoid Tepito but spent most time there and miss it everyday 😅
Worked with a bloke back in the 70's who had been one of the Ugandan Asians forcibly expelled from Uganda by Idi Amin, He and his family lost everything, his home, car, belonings and his business, he was one of many taken in by the British government, he was always grateful to GB for giving him another chance to thrive, which he did, good bloke he was, always upbeat despite the hardship he'd suffered.
Met a few of those in Canada. They were Ismailis who followed the Aga Khan. They mostly originated from the state of Gujarat in India.
Was that WINDRUSH?
Oh yeah, kind of like how GB stole everything from everywhere else. Only you lot take it a step further and put stolen cultural artifacts on display in your museum. Keep patting yourself on the back.
@@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 No not windrush, this was later, 1972/73. Almost 30,000 Asians who had British passports, I believe, were taken in by our government after Amin gave them 90 days to get out of Uganda or else.
@@JimBow-d2y Why would they not go back home to India?
Bald I’ve watched your videos for several years. Your ability to educate us about these countries is amazing. You are a traveling historian.
THE SOURCE OF THE FLIPPING NILE MY MAN!!! I feel the need to go to uganda now! Looks better than california anyway!
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
A well educated MI6 agent
You’ve inspired me over the last few years to get out of my comfort zone and start traveling to visit all different parts of the world and it’s been a blast. Absolutely love the videos no matter where you end up!
Same here
Same. Consider part of his donation from me as well. Cheers! 🤑
@@pedrobianchi2412 lmfao whatt
That's a lot of bananas
@@Chris-sv8ty Give me my money🤑
I absolutely LOVE how you were so respectful of their country and how you helped every woman that approached you. You were funny, playful and especially respectful to the ladies. You handled your journey with style, whit and (as my people call it) seasoning. Loved watching this.
20:24 “good man, have a banana”
That killed me 😂😂
Same here. Nearly spat out my beverage
that bro was so baked😂
Why not😂
That poor girl @18:00 broke my heart. So sweet and polite, yet desperate enough to beg for money. God bless her and the millions like her. ❤
A real sweetheart.
I know how can someone be so cute in a 10 seconds clip! I want a full episode all about her
Stop being a simp
@@torstimyle1355 I don't think you know what a simp is.
Its more that locals have associated white tourists with cash handouts and easy money than desperation
Your skill to deescalate any situation always amazes me
So happy Bald is traveling and showcasing the harsh life of Africa more.
This is one of the best videos on the channel. We have it all, the genuine interaction with locals, interesting history, the de-escalating of what would be very shady situations for anyone else.
Top tier.
One second you're laughing hard at the "why not?" guy, and the next, you see a little girl in a red hat with a sad face and lovely eyes asking for money in her own way. Cheers, Ben! You never disappoint.
She gave me vibes like she's seen some bad bad things
This feels like a Blair Witch Project style found tape recording already.
Bald Witch project ??? 😅
I KNOW WHAT YOU MEAN
The thing i like in Benjamin the most is that how he handles "give me money" situations. Where other travelers would get completely defensive, anxious; he just keeps the smile, jokes around, give some compliments, and telling that he is bankrupt!
I swear, this video was the most chaotic and savage ride
@@Seneditiz But he exploits the people, he has enough money to help them out a bit. I think it's not right to use them for content, while earning a lot (with more than 4 MILLION followers) and not giving something.
Oh man, words can’t express how much joy your videos bring me
That first "Why not!?" had a level of apprehension & menace like no other....
I lost it on that first one haha. Toooooo smooth with it.
love the fact that you dont glorify the shit out the place unlike most influencers that go and travel to dirt poor country and just romanticize the entire experience
He does the precise opposite. He finds the shittiest places and takes the piss out of them.
To me it is all about the social interactions. The people of Uganda seem very open and friendly. In the end we are all humans and we just want a decent life.
@@jayeff6712 Move there then........
@@egSmith-sp9gl You got offended by my comment? What is wrong with you? Does hating on something somehow give your life meaning?
Right to the point. I hate when people visit the favelas of my country and start to romanticize it.
Bald single handedly shows the BBC etc how to show the truth of the world. Very special indeed.
Him: "Are we goign to die?"
Bike driver: "Yah!" 😂😂
you’re actually turning into one of the best travel reporters of the last 100 years well done
he already is
@prototype_585 🙄
When that Boda driver at the beginning took the money he held his right arm with his left hand, that's a sign of respect we use as far down as South Africa. thanks again for yet another great video
1:01
Braai for all Chesa nama
Where in South Africa?
@@AmandaLarsson-b8o everywhere you go maybe not the Cape they're a bit weird but in the other parts it's standard and some even clap before receiving . Most people don't pay attention so will never have seen.
"Give me money" is the welcome word in Uganda.
It depends on the demographic of what part you are at.
The same in Kenya.
@@theobserver1320same almost everywhere in Africa
@@kreatingsound4946 you're kind of persistent but it doesn't change the fact that you're missing the context... And you're utterly wrong in your assumption
Why not?
3:57 the guy casually handed him some weed 😭😭😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
My favorite MI6 agent masking as TH-camr back at it. Good to see You, Benjamin.
just wait for the news about a new conflict breaking up in Uganda 🤔🤔😱😱👍🏼
@@Shingetzuma too late bro. I am already investing in those natural resource deposits Benjamin found where the Brits are gonna be creating new country Ugan-zrael (there is no mention in history books, but they deserve their land so Brits will give it to them in exchange for resources) 😂
Not even MI6 would go where Ben goes!
Nah he is MI69 Agent
@@Shingetzuma glad i am not the only one that noticed the pattern
I love how you always mention the history to any place you visit.
Shallow texbook 'history.' Amin was much more complex than an 'evil dictator who killed 300k of his own people.' And he also convenitenly left out which foreign country trained and supplied those armies.
Also, British 'explorers' like Livingstone and Speke didn't 'discover' anything, the source of the Nile was always known! From Ptolemy's map, to Al-Idrisi's map, to Venetian maps etc. it's baffling that people are still being misinformed by Eurocentrism...
Just hope it's more accurate than his pronunciation of Owino/oweyga/luigi market.
@@user-vw6bk4pb4lmen like living stone discovered it from the aspect of the British
@@LordWellington15 You don't 'discover' something that is already well established. Educate yourself about Eurocentrism and historical revisionism.
I'm really impressed by the warmth and friendliness of the Ugandan peoples that you've met along the way. I've never seen such graciousness with smiles from peoples living in distressed conditions, to say the least. Thanks for this video and keep up your labor of love, Benjamin et al.
They definitely are, but a lot of them once they find out you are not giving them money, they blow you off lol
When you grow up poor you don’t notice your poor
@@slayer2608 you don't notice you're poor
@@Arjay.M88lies.. Amidst all the poverty they don't steal. Unless it is just your bad day to come across thugs like it is in countries like US
It’s incredible how good their education is. Everyone speaks English, and well. Hats off.
Are you joking or actually being serious lol?
Well they are more understandable than some Americans.
@@gilmangus83no they aren’t.
@@JohnM-sw4scohh they’re.. lols way well educated than an average American and this coming from a Ugandan living in America
Britain colonised our country. Education at all levels is in English here. Yes from as low as kindergarten that is 3 years. Plus general education level is not that so bad
That controversial leader bus.. When it got to THAT sticker, I was howling. Bloody hilarious.
Jackie Chan!!! I know right? 😅😅😅
cannot believe he actually asked someone from Uganda "do you know the way"
Maan I said that out loud, only to find that comment already here lmaaao
Yea but the actual reference is from a Somali person not a Ugandan. The more you know
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@@griggsz9649 its not
why not?
@@gotlos1because of the meme
Didnt expect to see Bald visit London.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 One Love ❤from South London England 😉 ❤🇬🇧 🙏🇬🇧
I thought it was France.
Nah thats Sweden mate.
Sad w⚓
@@chrissiqueira6966 Marseille lol
I think personally one of the best video you ever did and lots of things around you
That bus has a colourful Mount Rushmore of “why not” guys…. 😂
Imagine if Bald wasn't confident enough to say no when they incessantly demand money from him. He would become bankrupt for a second time.
😂😂
“Michael Tyson” 😂😂
That's the correct name Dude.
Mike is a short form of Micheal. Also Miguel Bro.
His middle name is Gerard.
The speedbumps are insane! Ive been there in Januari, great to see some in town footage again. Brings up great memories!!
The Hitler, Bruce Lee and Saddam Hussein bus killed me 💀 all it was missing was Stalin! 😂😂😂
No-no-no! Stalin is where I draw the line! 😅
Others though... Why not?! 😂😂🤣
@@PavelQuiteGood it needed something Soviet to make it a true Bald video 😂
@@PavelQuiteGood Good sir, have a banana!
@@PavelQuiteGood😂
Opposite ideology, doesn’t fit
Bald will still say "Soviet" somewhere in this video. 😂
Keep up the Videos Bald!
No but he said "marshrutka" instead 😂
@@Alcyona777 and "Russia" :D
😂😂
This day and age there is no Soviet so what the hell is bothering you Karen? @@Itsallillusional
No mention of the soviets but we had an endorsement of Hitler as a substitute curse lol
I just noticed that Bald has surpassed 4 million subs! Congratulations! Well deserved.
The best TH-cam channel by far. I'd go so far as to say the best travel channel, TV or any other media.
Considering how inactive he is now, that is phenomenal.
Oh hey! That's fantastic! I love Bald's videos!
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
Probably one of the best videos you have ever done Mr. Bald!
"Uganda is better", what a diplomatic answer!
Keep them happy 😂
What was he gonna tell the locals? "Oi mate this right here's a shit hole."
@@vane909090 it just looks like Philippines too me....there is many shit holes around the world. Uk will get there in time....and look the same
@@Anon1370 the UK will look like Uganda, but can you imagine the food!
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
"Ah a real man, have a banana!"
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Haha that guy was definitely disappointed
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That cracked me up 💀💀💀
English humor without a doubt. 🤣🤣
The way he deters potential robbers and de-escalates any potentially hostile situations is so admirable. A true travel TH-camr going to paths literally no one has gone
Everytime i think Bald will get kidnapped, he just makes feiends 😂
I spent two weeks in Uganda this time last year. Such amazing and hospitable people - the only country I have visited and made friendships that have continued afterwards. Weebale, Uganda 👍🏻
Webale nnyo❤
I love your content bald but as a white man working and living in UG I have to point some things out: there’s nothing at all dangerous about the areas you went to, the slums of Kampala are small and harmless compared to Nairobi’s or Capetown’s. Also, Ugandans are some of the most hospitable people, those who seem “confrontational” are just having fun and seeing if you, a white man, have any cash… they’re not going to rob you. Enjoy your travels in this amazing country!
I'd beg to differ the "they're not going to rob the White man" part of your comment
@@dmzabo3914 wow so edgy bro 🤓
@@dmzabo3914yea u clearly know more than someone who lives in Uganda
@@sinicidentity1210Well I have family that was robbed in Uganda. She had to run for her life and dignity several times. Does that change anything? Or did you make up your mind already ;)
@@De_Vliegende_Hollander well that is not pleasant at all, but most european cities by night are like this as of 2024 eh
Bald, you've got some serious balls man! Hope you'll visit South Africa while you're in Africa.
Or Sahal region
Oh wow! Watching this as a Uganda is quite eye opening. I think my people are way too random, in a cool way. The "Why not?" guy was so disarming. There is simply no come back to his why not remarks. Thank you for highlighting my country. I hope more viewers of your channel get to visit. I mean, why not?
14:21 Bald handled this so smoothly...... ''Hand me my money''
Everyone nice here. Only if you pay me money.
100%. I think that interaction wouldve gone south for most people.
I like how he put distance between dude and his personal space.
That slight push was purposely done. Very skillful at that situation
That dude was on drugs and sketchy as hell.
Still amazes me how this man just gets on with everyone and you can see people really like him no matter what part of the world his in...Love you Bald ❤
14:50? Give me my money?
4:38 You know you are in the hood when you see a guy open up a bottle of beer with his teeth.
nothing crazy about that
Ever poker night whit the boys ther is a couple guys thet opend whit the teeth! But we are vikings! 🙌🏻
Ugandan is so friendly people despite of hardlife they have had. Bald always have had a positive vibes to people in all his travel.
Thanks Bald, just when I needed a boost you put out a video. Love the authentic interactions and seeing these places as they are.
Bro got Hitler on his van ... why not? is his answer hahahahahahahahaah
Hard to argue against that hahaha
Imagine driving around London in that van 😂
i dont think that guy knows much about history.
@@Security848 I don't think you know much about history
@@urwrstntmreGet back to me when you learn some history.
Love this guys content
That cool kid at 17:40
And conversation at 21:00 "I'm good" "well done" Lol
You know your history and you're so good at preparing your content giving a brief tour to your viewers- love that!
Never thought I will see Ben in Africa again, welcome to Africa...am a fan from Kenya.
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
@@kreatingsound4946why did you feel the need to comment this on nearly everyone’s comment?
@@Pineapplesthattalk yes
Happy 50th Birthday 🥳 🎉 Bald! ❤
Looking like a young lad for 50!
21:47 “Do you have a husband?” That reaction was hilarious! So cute. 😂
Pretty good content, I lived in Uganda/Kampala for over 20 years and this was pretty funny to watch
😂 every tropical disease: STAY AWAY FROM BEN!!😂❤❤
If Backpacker Ben was along with him, I think any tropical disease would off itself after listening to his complaining 😂
hopefully he got vaccinated beforehand
@@Sniperboy5551 did you watch it?
Where ever you go, you connect with people. Well done, and God bless you Bald!
Benjamin in Africa means everything is of less priority now except the Euro and Copa final. Hollywood or Netflix whatever. Hey Ben, the long wait on your video is like a torture. Thanks you uploaded.
Guys, im a Uganda Ugandan, if anyone is interested in visiting my country, I'm glad to be of any help.
And it's completely free and honest and a real Ugandan touch
Name another Travel Vlogger that is as daring and charismatic as Mr. Bald. There's not even a close second.........
Otto Warmbier
@LS-Moto 😂😂😂
Sabbatical is close though he prefers a low key approach.
Backpacker Ben?
@@whooshkaboomie Jesus
You're bloody amazing! Your videos are an adventure in and of itself. Master of his craft, right here!
The greatest thing to ever happen to Uganda was colonization by Great Britain c. 1860. The worst thing to ever happen to Uganda was de-colonization of Uganda in 1888.
That was outstanding Bald! One of your best!
This is so real. Better than any major media travel or civilization docs. This is what people want to see.
Bro that “I want to ride in a Hitler bus” is going to get clipped in every 45 minute “Why B&BR is bad” video going forward
Yeah, some channels ride on B&B's coattails hard
There are channels dedicated to criticizing this channel? People need a hobby.
I worked in Uganda for many years, got to travel a lot through the country. It‘s really the pearl of Africa.
Is it violent?
@@jimmyobrien8738 Safer than New York😉. Jokes aside, when you ever get a chance to visit Uganda, go fot it. Flying into Entebbe airport is an awesome sight while watching lake victoria. Ugandans are warm welcoming people and the landscape changes while travelling from town to town.
Amazing! I had no idea the source of the Nile looked like that. Thank you Benjamin for educating me!
You did amazing Bald, well done and big balls to do it. You are one of a kind and be remembered throughout history.