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@wellingtonsmith49986 жыл бұрын
I ride the eschew-later, but never stand on the left
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Our PO Box is: Joel & Lia, c/o Oran O'Carroll, Studio 71, 18 Soho Square, London, W1D 3QL ❤️
@wellingtonsmith49986 жыл бұрын
so this is where we can send you our "congrats on the wedding" cards. thank-you.
@kiyalal13406 жыл бұрын
Being British: Joel & Lia I think you should include having a "strop" in things British people say, recently speaking to an American and they had no idea what it meant
@shayalyxa11956 жыл бұрын
"So for all you British viewers..I know there's not many left." **THE SHADE**
@sydneyandprecious23485 жыл бұрын
Shay Alyxa I’m British
@colonyofrats41934 жыл бұрын
It's cuz they get so much information wrong mate
@jasonk3336 жыл бұрын
If you want someone to get out of the “fast lane” on the escalator just write them a stern letter
@MultiShooter75 жыл бұрын
jasonk333 🤣🤣🤣
@VictoriaAllred5 жыл бұрын
😂
@tghost7395 жыл бұрын
Or give them a stern look, either one may work.😡
@Harihar_Patel4 жыл бұрын
There is no fast lane on the escalator, it is common knowledge in the UK, you stand on the right and walk on the left. If you do that, no one will trouble you. If you don't....well, you may hear something you regret.
@brynmordey26596 жыл бұрын
Personally I disagree with one of them and I'm from Britain. If a stranger talks to me I just think they are being friendly, not that they are gonna steal something :)
@charlottecurtis92146 жыл бұрын
bryn mordey sameee
@CaloiEmrys3695 жыл бұрын
I think it more depends on the situation and area you're in... and I guess anxiety would play into it to.
@thepuredrop795 жыл бұрын
It depends where you are in the UK. Generally Northerners will speak to strangers whereas Southerners tend not to.
@abbie_mm99825 жыл бұрын
bryn mordey maybe it could be, like, depending on if you live in a city bc I'm British too
@brynmordey26595 жыл бұрын
@@thepuredrop79 ye cos I'm from Newcastle
@jonathanyodice87326 жыл бұрын
The British are renowned for their letter writing - on that lovely pale blue writing paper - so as an American, I DO understand that. I love the pair of you - I have to watch much more regularly! xo
@lovinsavvy6 жыл бұрын
Lol! You ride the escalator on the right, yet you drive on the left 😂😂😂
@scottpolk66886 жыл бұрын
lovinsavvy Brilliant..... I never thought of that..... Well done you..
@ssuperspidy53876 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about that too
@canzukcommonwealth73096 жыл бұрын
You ride the left hand escalator but standers stand on the right hand side of the escalator while thos who want to move faster use the left hand side!
@mplwy6 жыл бұрын
lovinsavvy, Yes I was thinking the same thing. Like how we drive on the right but the passing lane (or fast lane) is the left. Thought it was funny that their fast lane on the escalator is also the left, you'd think it would be the right. 😂
@kailpp85386 жыл бұрын
in Singapore they drive on the left and ride the escalator on the left, too. That's coherent.
@paultowarnicki53596 жыл бұрын
Fun escalator fact--the oldest escalator is still found & works at the Macy's store on 34th Street in New York City. It's a wooden escalator, from 1902.
@rbeck3200tb406 жыл бұрын
"I love escalators there a cool invention .If an escalator breaks it just becomes stairs" A quote from the late great comedian Mitch Hedberg
@jojijae6 жыл бұрын
I've actually rode it and it was so cool!
@lrich_086 жыл бұрын
I’m a new british viewer - your videos are SO funny... everything is 100% relatable and I feel like Brits need to watch this just to realise what peculiar people we are 😂😂😂 had to share your account with my friends 🇬🇧 amazing
@inspirationmediatube6 жыл бұрын
I'm an American and I'm with Joel 100%. I would rather walk alone and I rarely spend any time outside of work with coworkers. The second I'm off the clock I'm out the door and not thinking about work until I clock in the next day.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Yep! We're basically the same person!
@eej1983able6 жыл бұрын
Ross Miller usually yes unless I've had a shit day then i vent otw home and fine when i get there lol
@HollowGolem6 жыл бұрын
Also an American, much the same, and my coworkers have told me it's odd, as though work should dominate my non-work time. I find the idea patently absurd.
@nicolejackson72186 жыл бұрын
Agreed! There needs to be time to be "off the clock."
@inspirationmediatube6 жыл бұрын
One of my coworkers asked me today "Hey, when are we going out after work" and I thought "I go all the time, I just don't bring you" - didn't say it though, diplomacy and all that
@hoaxheaux6 жыл бұрын
Hahaha see I'm an American and I feel the same way about the voice of Morgan Freeman. If he is narrating it, I'm watching.
@VictoriaAllred5 жыл бұрын
Lol, so true!
@samanthaflynn61404 жыл бұрын
Agree.
@OwMyLiver6 жыл бұрын
Of course you lie to the hairdresser. NEVER upset anyone holding sharp metal objects to your head!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
hahahaha very very true!
@agcc10146 жыл бұрын
Yes! And hot objects, too!
@charlottewendt32706 жыл бұрын
I guess that's normal, not just for Britains :D I remember pretending to like the haircut and crying afterwards when I was younger as well and I'm from Germany!
@feemassey45876 жыл бұрын
Working in a salon there are plenty of people who will voice their opinions. Thankfully most will give you a chance to make them happy.
@dawnpreston34886 жыл бұрын
I’d say this is truer for American women than it is for American men
@southernsassyandclassy65446 жыл бұрын
The thing about Brits not making friends with strangers, the making friends through friends reminds me of when I read historical romance novels and they say that it's a faux pas to introduce yourself. They had to wait for a mutual acquaintance to make introductions.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
That's probably where it stems from!
@Iankameel5 жыл бұрын
Being British: Joel & Lia its pathetic talk to randoms! Lol Im from swansea wales and I have the drama of a small town and yet I still make tons of friends. Imagine the scope of a big city! No excuse to not chat to randoms please do it!
@notjustanothermurderpod6 жыл бұрын
I must be British at heart because I HATE when people strike up conversation with me 😪
@JohnnyK606 жыл бұрын
You'd hate me cuz I chat with strangers a lot. If they give a signal that's unwanted, that's that.
@tubermind6 жыл бұрын
Or you may be a true introvert
@kevinp81086 жыл бұрын
You just want to be left alone with your 50 cats.
@notjustanothermurderpod6 жыл бұрын
Kevin P yep 👍🏻 me, my husband and our 50 cats 🐱😂
@notjustanothermurderpod6 жыл бұрын
ToAbideInGod'sLoveMattersMost I definitely am!
@Paladin5856 жыл бұрын
Escalator is still just an escalator in America. We usually just say "excuse me" if we want to get by someone on the escalator.
@essencekk6 жыл бұрын
Paladin585 right...very simple
@kylepickus57126 жыл бұрын
Idk, I feel as if where I live, we kinda follow the British ideology in this case.
@paywitness5 жыл бұрын
I’m British and , I just stand behind them and wait because I’m to awkward to barge past , but boi when I’m in school I just shove past like truck
@lufettes83516 жыл бұрын
Got to agree with the David Attenborough point. His voice makes the show a million times better. Love the bloke.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Yep! He's brilliant!
@mermaid17175 жыл бұрын
In America if you give us a dirty look we'll just give it right back to you & turn the music up more 🤣 Our maid of honors give speeches at American weddings.
@jessica123936 жыл бұрын
Ironically, you do realize your platform on KZfaq has you talking directly to COMPLETE strangers, lol! Is it an issue of respectful boundaries and space rather than not talking to people you don't know? I can see where if you live in a big city you want people to respect your personal boundaries. In airports, I have had people start conversations with me and tell me extremely personal information. Oversharing with strangers is not unusual in the US, and it does feel a bit uncomfortable. Oftentimes the people who overshare about themselves never take the time to stop their monologue and listen. Bugger off! Is that what the Brits say when they want people to leave them alone? Awesome video!!! Love you guys!
@benlucas36255 жыл бұрын
It isn't really a conversation. They are basically doing a monologue, or we are just listening in on their conversation.
@TheGrumpyThrifters6 жыл бұрын
If you come to America and don’t want strangers to talk to you don’t come to the South!😂 We talk to everyone!
@amypoole54396 жыл бұрын
Amber is so right. I live in the south too. The good Southern woman never meets a stranger.
@keiraallcock93796 жыл бұрын
In northern England we’re the same this was kinda a southern England bias video
@Dt-rd4bb6 жыл бұрын
I went on holiday the other week to America oltho LA not the south and well I was walking and some random person would wave and ide look behind but there’s no one there so I’m just orquadly there like hi 👋 but in the uk no one says hi they just give you look cos you look ugly 😂😂
@zmoney785 жыл бұрын
some of us talk to ourselves to lol jk
@Iankameel5 жыл бұрын
Amber I love that southern hospitality! Welsh guy also hospitable
@tammi67716 жыл бұрын
We call it escalator in the U.S. as well. This video was very interesting. Always love watching you two!
@ThornRoseLM6 жыл бұрын
This is so interesting, we always just randomly get into conversations in grocery lines, bus stops, elevators, etc, here in the US. 😂lol😂 loved this video, great job guys!
@zeena5184 жыл бұрын
So many resemblances between Germans and Brits. I'd agree on standing right at the escalator, writing letters of complaints, stern looks, not talking to strangers, never ever repeating the goodbye (although here, I'd say it's more like continuing to walk together in silence and awkward smiles thrown at the other). Oh and I absolutely agree with Joel about the "let me walk alone"! Although I only had it happen before work, while I'm still in my introverted listening to music and brooding mode. And then I come across a workmate and know I have to be polite and turn off my music and somehow have a conversation. I actually considered stopping at the bakery just to be able to continue my walk to work in peaceful solitude...
@djdange016 жыл бұрын
That's ironic, because as an American, I only watch nature shows narrated by David Attenborough. They're allways on and their are like 1,000 of them. He was in the American newspapers yesterday telling people to leave leave sugar water out to save the bees, at 92 years old, and i did it only because he told me too.
@Paladin5856 жыл бұрын
That's so weird to think of randomly starting a conversation as something forced. I guess it's just so normal here.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
We could definitely learn to be a bit more open like you guys!
@hurlbert086 жыл бұрын
I found your channel about a week ago and I can’t stop sharing you guys to everyone! I love you guys!! I’m from the states and a total wannabe Brit! But I’ve learned from you guys I wouldn’t fit it. ☹️ I’m your typical loud, overly friendly, always happy American. Lol! One day when I go to the UK I promise to NOT talk to strangers (unless to ask for directions), remember to use my indoor voice and not make you amazing Brits say words like “water” for my benefit (even though I’m completely obsessed with your accent). Thank you for allowing me to learn more about your culture. It’s absolutely lovely! X
@zaniaazizar.37986 жыл бұрын
Im American and I love, love,love David Attenborough. His voice is so soothing.
@mmartin01016 жыл бұрын
David Attenborough is huge in America too, at least among those that watch nature shows. You mentioned a twitter account, Very British Problems. There's also a series by that name on Netflix. Steve Mangan, in particular, was very funny in it. Most Americans will know him from the series Episodes.
@NO-kc4xb6 жыл бұрын
Mat Martin Idk who that is.
@webwarren6 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of, back in the day, Jacques Cousteau for marine research programs, and Marlins and Perkins (Mutual of Omaha Wild Kingdom)
@crunchyalmondbutter22396 жыл бұрын
Sort of like Steve Irwin was so popular in the US before he died in a freak accident: Nothing to do with crocs! Nearly killed me. That was a long time ago but he was a huge influence on the USA and, most likely, internationally as well.
@jillpittman47266 жыл бұрын
In the US we have Best Man speeches, and Maid of Honor or Matron of Honor speeches. :) Also, it's common for the Father of the Bride to give a speech, as well as the Groom or sometimes the couple.
@robinfoley63576 жыл бұрын
Jill Pittman I was just mob and my daughter s Dad NEVER been around so I gave the speech.
@jillpittman47266 жыл бұрын
Hi Robin, yes, every family dynamic is different so, it makes sense that some people might have their mom speak instead of their dad. :)
@cwfan26 жыл бұрын
In my state, Missouri, everybody talks to each other. Even if you've never met someone before you have a conversation. Yesterday, I was sitting in my car waiting for my grandson to get off work at a nursing home. I had the car windows down a woman parked beside me got out and stood beside the car and talked to me. I'd never met her before, and I'll probably never see her again, but we had a nice visit. It's normal, it happens all the time. There's no such thing as a stranger, just friends you haven't met yet.
@RA-dm1yn6 жыл бұрын
Sue Nuckles sounds like Indiana.
@0o0TheQueenBee0o06 жыл бұрын
That is actually so nice :-) here in Italy we are like in the UK. We think something is wrong or strange if a stranger speaks to us but I find it so much better like it is in the US where people are nice to each other!
@SteverRob6 жыл бұрын
Sue Nuckles Ever been to a family reunion in MO? It's unbearable lol
@maggiedean56916 жыл бұрын
R A Yep. Especially at Walmart. No ones a stranger.
@cwfan26 жыл бұрын
@@SteverRob my family doesn't have reunions that I'm aware of.
@ValerieXtine174 жыл бұрын
I literally scour the depths of Netflix searching for anything narrated by David Attenborough. His voice soothes my American soul 😌
@RudyCantGame6 жыл бұрын
Sounds like people are a bit passive aggressive in England
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Very passive aggressive!!!
@RudyCantGame6 жыл бұрын
I think in NYC people just say what they feel. No one drops hints. We will usually ask someone to move over.
@LJBSullivan6 жыл бұрын
Ha ha that's a MN trate
@foreheadatthedisco67456 жыл бұрын
we are , trust me
@xoepox12356 жыл бұрын
Alex Rud damn right
@kiretoce6 жыл бұрын
Here in the US, both the Best Man and Maid of Honor give speeches at wedding receptions.
@kirbybelle89406 жыл бұрын
The bit about not talking to strangers CRACKED ME UP!!! Back in the mid 1970's I went for a month long trip to Great Britain with a college group. I was on the tube with some friends and got lost at a station. I jumped on the next tube alone. The tube was empty except for an older business man. I didn't want to be an Ugly American so I went and sat next to him and smiled. Moments later he nudged my arm and placed the newspaper in front of my face. He had written a dollar/pound amount on the newspaper. I gave him a, "What's this about look". Pen still in hand he scratched off the original amount and increased the value. I got the message then and got off at the next station. I'm sorry, I don't remember the amount I was worth. I have lied about it so much the last time I told the story I was offered a million for my services. However, I'm sure it was the going rate or higher:) I was wearing a pink sweater,. Do you think that had anything to do with his misconception of my profession?
@candyclews40476 жыл бұрын
I live overseas now, so watching you two makes me feel warm and fuzzy about my homeland - love it!
@jackielanes71796 жыл бұрын
Your channel makes me really want to visit Britain
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Yay! We should get a job with the tourism board!!
@BillionSix6 жыл бұрын
Yes! We can be super annoying and they will do nothing but give us stern looks! The power! THE POWER!!!! Muah-ha-ha-ha!!!
@lockandloadlikehell6 жыл бұрын
Meagan Ahmad It makes me want to break up Lia's relationship; she definitely deserves the best in life.
@robynnecox17666 жыл бұрын
Me too
@paywitness5 жыл бұрын
Bring an umbrella
@timt37516 жыл бұрын
I am always so happy when you post another video
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks so much Tim!
@paulachambers4255 жыл бұрын
Love the video. Binging today on some Joel and Lia videos. Helps me in my Saturday. Interesting info and funny all in one. Thank y'all
@maryanncarreon48685 жыл бұрын
you guys are so funny I met one of my best friends on the tube.. and yes I am an American and yes he is a Brit, in fact now some 20years later we have become each other's extended family member. .. keep the episodes going guys love them.
@marjoriekelley43926 жыл бұрын
Striking up a conversation with strangers is just being friendly. Especially in the South, that's just the way it's done. I live in Montana, and we also wave to strangers while we're in our vehicles.
@THEGOALIE1456 жыл бұрын
When you finally do merchandise you need to really do something with Triggered!!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
haha that's a great idea, we will definitely try to incorporate it somehow!
@TheKimberlyharper776 жыл бұрын
Print a hand up by the collar like you guys do when you say "offended" with the word offended underneath. J&L on the back, obviously ❤❤❤❤ I would sooooo buy that!!!
@lorenacajes17136 жыл бұрын
I would soooo buy that!!
@Lenzie926 жыл бұрын
Oh, yes! I'd buy that one!
@MDWLRK76 жыл бұрын
I'm American and I DO NOT like watching documentaries without his sweet voice!!! I've said this to friends. I wish he was my grandpa.
@francheskaward6 жыл бұрын
You know... I've been watching your channel, because I love learning about Britain. I really do like your personalities too, but I felt like you really didn't like Americans at all. But after getting over myself and watching nonetheless, I think I'm learning that it's your sense of humor. I don't always understand the dry or sarcastic sense of humor, but once I know that it's in good fun, I enjoy it! Afte watching you mean comments videos, I got it. In my opinion, you are both so funny and genuine (I think any way).
@anrach5796 жыл бұрын
The whole not talking to strangers thing must be such a Brit thing because ALL British/Irish KZfaq channels I watch mention it at one time or another. There is a weird twist to it here also, because people will complain about strangers talking to them on the airplane, so they'll bring earphones so as not to have that happen. However, I think it's such an accepted thing here (outside of airplanes) that it's almost a non-issue for most people.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
I think that's great though - just shows it's a huge cultural difference!
@lauralenau5906 жыл бұрын
Mistie Medendorp Someone struck up a conversation with me in line for the register a few days ago, and it actually scared me for a second haha It's weird to do in St. Louis. She said she was passing through to Des Moines and I was like, "oh that's explains it." We're just not very people-y here. I lived in Indiana for a bit and I noticed that EVERYone makes eye contact, all the time. Even in passing. It freaked me out.
@sporter7266 жыл бұрын
I think it’s just a city thing really. Cause while we’re friendlier as Americans, New Yorkers know not to talk to strangers ... for what purpose besides to ask for directions lol
@poit576 жыл бұрын
I'm a very introverted person, so I would definitely never strike up a random conversation with a stranger, but that's just me. It doesn't seem strange when a stranger does that from my American point of view. It's just uncomfortable for me personally. I've heard people say New Yorkers won't do that, but when my family traveled there about 10 years ago, there were several friendly New Yorkers who offered assistance on navigating the subway system without us even having to ask for help.
@williamlucas46566 жыл бұрын
Mistie Medendorp seems to be common in former feudal societies.
@broncobra4 жыл бұрын
Strangers talking? I was in walmart today. A woman in one of those scooters came by the banna display. She said they ain't quite ripe, I said yeah, they are a little green yet. We will strike up a conversation with anyone, anywhere, about anything. That is the beauty of the U.S.A. I could not imagine life without this important part of life? It's a sense of belonging. We all want to be together.We are all friendly. She was the nicest person ever. I hope she thought the same, of me. Always be kind.
@emerald6376 жыл бұрын
English Standard Version Hebrews 13:2 "Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares."
@scottpolk66886 жыл бұрын
Sabrina Shires ..... one of my favorite passages.... it's true & I try to live by that one.....
@tghost7395 жыл бұрын
Deborah Nicely said :)
@sydneyandprecious23485 жыл бұрын
The thing with brits is we will smile at a stranger but not talk
@JoyMarie96 жыл бұрын
So when you’re “triggered”, write a “letter of complaint!” I LOVE IT!!!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
hahahaha! Yep!
@jackhanson5086 жыл бұрын
In America, it depends on where you're from. If you're from the Midwest USA, or some other country area in the States, you'll talk to anyone. But if you're from a densely populated area (suburbs/city) you'll resent strangers speaking to you.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Maybe it's more of an urban-rural divide?
@apriljones29946 жыл бұрын
This city/country difference has held true in my experience, too. And the suburbs are a bit of a mix; striking up a conversation with a stranger could be welcomed or not, depending on the individual neighborhood.
@jackhanson5086 жыл бұрын
April is correct. I live in a small city 75 miles west of Philadelphia, and in my region of Pennsylvania, the majority of the suburban attitudes are "don't talk to strangers." But if you go to any suburbs in region around Charlotte, North Carolina, you'll get that "southern charm" which is more friendly and hospitable. Sometimes it does depend on the area, but not always.
@rachelciarlante60396 жыл бұрын
I live in Louisville, KY. And everyone talks to everyone. It is just an accepted thing. I never even thought about it. In the country, the neighbors will even wave as you drive by. Whether they know you or not.
@davidforsyth51576 жыл бұрын
I live in the suburbs and we talk to people. Problem is, if you're in the city a lot of people will ask you for change if you interact with them. I had flashbacks of the movie Airplane when I walked from the parking lot to a Tigers game. The scene where he got tired of being harassed and started punching Hare Krishnas and multiple beggars.
@Misscollage6 жыл бұрын
The no talking policy “except in social settings”... everything is a social setting. Outside of your home. I mean how boring, to limit yourself in such a way, to be so rigid? It’s not about making friends, it’s just nice to have social interactions. That are spontaneous, fun, engaging. Now, that doesn’t mean throw social intelligence out the window- you have to read the other person and know when to end the interaction. But I’ve had so many pleasant conversations, nothing more than a minute or two, with strangers. Books especially are such a good conversation starter!! Just the other day I saw a little boy with a book and asked what he was reading, simply because I was so happy to see a kid with a book instead of an electronic or on a phone. It was a very sweet and short interaction. You’re really robbing yourself of experiences, Brits.
@sannaolsson91066 жыл бұрын
That's your opinion. We don't talk to strangers in Sweden either and I'm perfectly happy about that and I would never want it to be like in the US. We're not robbing ourselves of anything.
@smileywolf6 жыл бұрын
My best friend in college (still is a close friend) is a man. We adopted each other shortly after meeting and he's my brother. He was my best man at my wedding instead of having a maid of honor. My hubby is now close with him too and was totally ok with it. Good for you for planning to break tradition!
@vlavelmoorehead6 жыл бұрын
I’m American and I totally agree with you about the random conversation thing, weird imo. Maybe it’s because I lived in the UK as a kid or my introverted ways, lol. Can I borrow you shade/stern look, Joel & Lia? 😎
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
HAHA! Glad you agree!
@webwarren6 жыл бұрын
It depends on where you are. I'm generally not about to accost a stranger with a random conversation, but there are some areas in which it's expected to just say "hello" to everyone you pass on the street...
@allieren6 жыл бұрын
Lmao five minutes off the train during my first time in London, I committed that cardinal sin! I was so tired I wasn’t thinking to stand on the right...and here I am in St Pancras Station getting the worst stink eye from some older gentleman as he went around me. 😂 I’ll never forget!
@libbykaynorris6 жыл бұрын
In the States, at weddings, the groom has a best man and the bride has a maid of honor. Sometimes they both toast the couple or sometimes lots of random guests will toast the couple. I moved from Texas to L. A. and would chat with strangers all the time and everyone looked at me like I had brandished a weapon! Angelinos don't talk to strangers. When I traveled around London, everyone was very kind and a guy even carried my heavy luggage up the stairs in the tube without my asking! But I noticed everyone kept to themselves mostly which is understandable in a crowd. The Japanese call it Wah, to disturb someone's wah is forbidden. Great video:)
@oreowooyoung4 жыл бұрын
As an American I have completely mastered the stern look. It is a very useful talent to have when dealing with irritating people and/or behaviors.
@teknekon6 жыл бұрын
OMG! Loving this! When working in London I was one of the proofreaders for the " sternly worded letter" effort. It was one of the best jobs ever! Laughing hysterically here mates! Great video! Such fun! Thanks! Love and cheers! 👍💗😘🇬🇧
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
hahahaha what an amazing job!!!! SO many snobby letters sent across the UK on a daily basis hahaha!
@claynowland33336 жыл бұрын
I didn’t understand anything in this video except I also lie to hairdressers. I am just an American 😂 😂 😂.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
hahaha!
@doreme21006 жыл бұрын
Are y’all gonna do a video about 4th of July coming up. Like maybe one where you y’all anoyr what is you you think we do on our Independence Day. Would be cool. 🤔
@daisydouglas26616 жыл бұрын
As a Brit, I 100% agree with the people talking to people, I was out with my friends and one of us were taking pictures of the rest of the group and a woman came up and started talking to us and then offered to take a picture of all of us together but we all said no it’s ok and so our immediate reaction was that she was going to take the phone or something, it’s a Brit thing ahahhaahah
@jenniedarling37104 жыл бұрын
It's not a British thing this so sad that you can't trust people.
@dibeedus42504 жыл бұрын
@@jenniedarling3710 Trust me I've LEARNT I can't trust people.
@theresag19696 жыл бұрын
My military father complained in writing to a car company for sending his new car overseas with a few dings. He was sent a new car without even the slightest scatch on it. The president of his company was impressed he took time to send a hand written letters. I saw the returned letter which had a lasting impact on me.
@nuryangelica6 жыл бұрын
In Colombia people is very friendly, some will talk to you on public transportation. If you need help on the street, a Colombian will be more than happy to help you.
@emoonae6 жыл бұрын
I just noticed you've topped 100k subscribers. Last time I had a mind to notice it, y'all were at 98,000...I feel like I blinked you added another 5,000. Congrats!!! 🎉
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
haha, thanks so much Sarah! What a crazy number!
@johnlabus73596 жыл бұрын
OMG, the walking the same direction after a goodbye is hilarious. I can just see a really funny comedy sketch coming from that subject.
@Terroreyez6 жыл бұрын
You two are the best! I did my part, my husband and best friend are now subscribers! I visited London on a school trip when I was 12 years old. I would love to come back! I think it would be an even better experience, I feel like I would appreciate it more now!
@emilya63026 жыл бұрын
My family literally only watches documentaries if it’s narrated by David Attenborough 😂
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
hahah that's a good quality control method
@barbiebarrios49086 жыл бұрын
I Love Things Only Brits Understand, thank you, Joel and Lia!!! 🇬🇧😍
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barbie!
@radujokiy94245 жыл бұрын
I got my daughter watching your videos now, she loves and enjoys them as much as I do !
@thomasiscool65126 жыл бұрын
I offer looks too to people when they are annoying. I also understand the walking away in the same direction when I say bye. It feels so awkward.
@luchaDor6 жыл бұрын
So Joel - Question...you've mentioned that you have family in Florida...when you come over here, do you just prepare yourself mentally that people are going to be more chatty with you b/c you're back in the US?
@evancortez26 жыл бұрын
so the British social class system also applies for making friends LOL
@ellieb86876 жыл бұрын
I'm American and grew up watching David Attenborough on our PBS channel. I agree! He is the epitome of nature programs. I love him!
@shellsbellswac14 жыл бұрын
American here! The funny thing about Americans talking to strangers is that it's just some untaught social rule. I had a job once where we had 4 British college students during summer holidays for work and I learned how it felt to them firsthand. I'm not sure about everywhere in America, but in Maryland (close to Washington DC), when you are walking down the sidewalk, you might get asked "hi, how are you" but nobody cares what you say back. You just keep on going in passing. Our Brits asked me "Do you have to stop and talk to them?" and I didn't grasp how awkward it would be for them until they said that. I felt so terrible because awkward situations literally hurt you. The pain is real.
@bilbobeutlin36 жыл бұрын
Dear Lia and Joel, you are amazing! Well, I do agree with everything and I'm German, though. Okay, I have to confess that I'm absolutely keen on the UK. David Attenborough is the voice of nature programms and Mary Berry the Queen of cooking shows. Greetings from Germany
@camilleaigail9026 жыл бұрын
At first I was laughing at all your social rules, but then the more I thought about it, we have plenty social rules here in the States as well. I grew up in one part of the country where just about EVERYONE was friendly out in public. We always said hi to everyone we passed on the street. Now I live in a completely different part of the country, and it took me a long time to get used to saying hi to a stranger on the street, and they'd completely ignore me, and wouldn't even look at me. I very rarely speak to anyone out in public anymore, as I've learned it's not socially acceptable to strike up a conversation with a stranger.
@cobwebafternoon37376 жыл бұрын
camille aigail same. I moved from a small town to a larger city in another state and its extremely hard to make friends. Then I get used to grocery shopping and never knowing or talking to anyone until one day someone I knew said "hello" to me and scared me to death! Awkward...
@camilleaigail9026 жыл бұрын
Haha!! Oh no!! What a complete flip! It is sad though. Argh, seems like the good ol' days are gone.
@bdubs38196 жыл бұрын
Same here
@hollywhite74496 жыл бұрын
Just curious, did you move to New England? I've lived in Massachusetts all of my life. I say that I wish that we were friendlier, but when a stranger talks to me out of the blue, I find it uncomfortable. :)
@camilleaigail9026 жыл бұрын
Hi Holly, haha! I do understand! I still try sometimes to be friendly out on a walk with my dogs, but even today I said hi to 4 people, and only the mail carrier smiled back. No one wants a stranger saying hi! LOL I'm not in New England. I grew up in the Northwest, which at the time was mostly rural. Now I live on the Eastern Seaboard in a large city. I think that has a lot to do with it, big cities are different from small towns. :-)
@jaedie6 жыл бұрын
I find it really interesting that you see someone speaking to a stranger as forcing an unnatural interaction. I'm Canadian and although speaking to strangers isn't a constant thing, especially in larger cities, it definitely doesn't universally bother people in the same way as you describe for Brits. You wouldn't really get annoyed if a stranger spoke to you, you would get annoyed if they were being genuinely bothersome or strange. However (and this is the important bit) you would be expected to be tolerant of them out of politeness, although maybe not terribly responsive. I think most Canadian don't think that hard about stranger interactions, they're not meant to be the gateway to a friendship (unless for some reason you just really get on), it's just seen as general friendliness if that makes sense.
@bob758195 жыл бұрын
in America the "look" is mostly a challenge for confrontation.. but randomly talking to strangers is considered friendly
@BKMcl6 жыл бұрын
My friend who does hair likes to be called a stylist, and he doesn't like it if you don't like how your hair looks. So if you choose to try someone else he takes it personally...crazy. I've only known it to be escalator. Thanks again Joel and LIa for starting my day with a smile.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching!
@bigdog44pc6 жыл бұрын
I think David attenborough's belongs to the entire world not just to Great Britain. I don't know one person who would disagree that David Attenborough is the best at narration in nature shows.
@djv37156 жыл бұрын
Completely agree I hate when strangers speak to me or start a conversation.
@IAmMelissa25 жыл бұрын
Public Transport and Strangers: You may have already noticed during your travels, but when you are in large American cities (I lived in Chicago) with public transportation, you definitely don’t make “friends” via the bus or the L. You never make eye contact, UNLESS a person is talking too loud, taking up two seats, listening to music too loud, eating food that smells or crunches, etc. THEN they get a stern look(s), loud sigh, tsk, etc. Same thing for standing in the escalator left “fast lane,” especially during rush hour. Very bad idea. In smaller cities (now I’m living in Florida), most strangers know no strangers. It’s uncomfortable to try to adjust to it. Supermarkets: Publix supermarkets are very clean and very overpriced unless it is part of the weekly special sales. They are all over Florida, and there are few other choices. They are headquartered here. Aldi has been operational in Illinois for over 20 years. I went a couple of times with my grandmother. My favorite supermarket in Chicago was Whole Foods. There is one in almost every neighborhood in the city limits. You also could have them deliver. Sadly, there are not many in Florida. Fresh Market is similar to it and mostly only in Florida. There ends the lesson about American supermarkets and public transportation etiquette. I will be in Wales, Oxford and London next month. Thank you for my preliminary UK education via your videos.👩🎓I’m sure I will seem very smart. Cheers!
@thomasiscool65126 жыл бұрын
We call an escalator an escalator in America! Hehe
@plerpplerp55995 жыл бұрын
Really? Not rolling stair? 😏
@holly-jollygreen6266 жыл бұрын
Love u two so much u bring joy to my hayfeaverie last day before the end of school where i have to go church tomorrow morning and sing for my whole school 2 times
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks Holly! Good luck tomorrow!
@dorothypaul46426 жыл бұрын
I'm American but after watching this video I think I have more in common with you Brits! Love you guys!
@tchase47266 жыл бұрын
We call it "escalator" here in the US, too. Everyone lies to their barber/hairdresser. If you find one who actually gives you the cut you want, it's a gift from the gods. David Attenborough's voice is delightful. Over here it's kind of a running joke that Morgan Freeman narrates everything, but Attenborough is welcome too. You'll be pretty alarmed in NYC i suspect; non-insane total strangers often talk to people, at least in my experience. I'm from the American Midwest so it startled *me* too, but I got used to it. Fun video as always! 👏🏻
@tinawiscombe44066 жыл бұрын
Yes! Always lie to the hair dresser!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
😂
@thomasiscool65126 жыл бұрын
I am American but I understand the hairdresser thing, because I don’t want to say anything mean to the hairdressers!
@tubermind6 жыл бұрын
Yes, casual conversations often happen in America in situations where you are almost thrust together briefly, but no matter how open a person might be in those situations, honestly - the contact usually never goes beyond that -- except in romantic movies, where it almost always does, lol, and is a familiar plot changer. In reality, usually it's a "it was nice chatting with you," fleeting conversation, and that's it, you never see that person again. It's kind of a safe, anonymous space that gives both parties a needed sense of social contact, but then it passes, and life goes on....
@lieveaman6 жыл бұрын
Love your channel guys! I live in the UK for over 3 years, but I am originally from The Netherlands as we are famous for saying what we’re thinking so I do tell my hairdresser if I don’t like my hair or if someone is very annoying I love to tell them. It’s so funny to watch other brits looking at me partly in shock but very pleased at the same time.. 🙈
@unprocessed_life6 жыл бұрын
Theres a maid of honor speech in the US. Same deal.
@clarkyd20115 жыл бұрын
You mean Maid Of Honour? 😉he he!
@clarkyd20115 жыл бұрын
Yes I’m English
@clarkyd20115 жыл бұрын
We know real English 😉😆👍
@joec09146 жыл бұрын
About people acting as if they know Lia (or Joel): that's the power of video. Viewers feel as if they DO know you.
@joec09146 жыл бұрын
Also, it means you come across as authentic on video, which is a huge plus.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
haha! Yeah true! We probably share more than we realise!! haha
@RaduB.6 жыл бұрын
Being British: Joel & Lia Hello! You sure do. ...And you talk to a lot of strangers. A bit impolite, if I may... 😝 But you are funny! Greetings from Romania! 🇷🇴 Oh, and we call the escalator "scāri rulante” (rolling stairs).
@NHYAAR6 жыл бұрын
This is so true....everything is so relatable!!!! Do make more fancy videos!
@dreamlovermimi94586 жыл бұрын
Here in USA its still called Escalator. We usually stand on the right side and if ppl wanna hurry up and walk down to a train stop then they walk to the left side.
@SegnosisOG6 жыл бұрын
I despise people who stand on the left hand side of the escalator!!! I thought that was a universal code.
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Glad we're in agreement!
@SegnosisOG6 жыл бұрын
Oh absolutely! Love the videos! Brilliant! *high five* from San Antonio, Texas!
@danak81856 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It’s like driving slowly in the passing lane! “Get over to the right!”
@lauralenau5906 жыл бұрын
I always thought it was rude to walk past someone on the escalator. Also, if you're going to walk up the escalator, why not just use the stairs?
@danak81856 жыл бұрын
1) If you’re in a hurry, it’s faster to walk up the escalator than the stairs because it’s already moving in your chosen direction. 2) Around here, the stairs and escalators are at completely different ends of the building, so if you’re already in the end of the building where the escalators are, why would you walk all the way to the other end just to take the stairs and walk back on the upper level? 3) I’ve never been told it’s rude to walk past someone on the escalator. As long as they’re not hogging the middle, there’s no physical contact, so why not?
@asmababar20796 жыл бұрын
East to west, joel & lia are the best *****
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
WAHOOO!
@nathandanczak22736 жыл бұрын
My mom said something about her haircut not being good and got the special treatment the next time she went to the hairdressers. Usually, she would just find somewhere else to go if she did not like a cut or dye. Your relationship with your hairdresser is sacred like it is with your doctor, she says. Most hairdressers do not know how to take care of longer, thicker hair, hence the encouragement to cut it shorter.
@austinholmes69516 жыл бұрын
And the little electric tweezer the hairdresser uses behind your neck used to tickle so much when I was little getting a haircut
@m.carmenm.89406 жыл бұрын
I think most people lie to their hairdressers... Poor hairdressers! They're living a lie and they think they're doing a wonderful job!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@hollyshodgepodge64536 жыл бұрын
Lol 😂 Every video is better then the next!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Aw thanks so much!
@eieiolsenstudios43216 жыл бұрын
If every video is better than the next, then wouldn’t that mean they’re getting progressively worse?
@misererenobis89006 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly.
@hollyshodgepodge64536 жыл бұрын
That’s not what I meant!!! All there videos are amazing!
@phillippratt6466 жыл бұрын
What a cleverly disguised insult! I'm going to start using that! 😆
@pennyblea27055 жыл бұрын
I'm American woman and I don't always voice my displeasure at what someone does or says that annoy or irritate me but it's dangerous to say to much , I was raised to be polite to people it's good manners to smile or say Hello, I don't just talk to stranger's. But if you pay someone to style your hair, it's ridiculous not to be honest when they ask if you like your hair, how are they to get better at styling hair if no one tells them the truth?
@YouTubestopsharingmyrealname6 жыл бұрын
I totally understand the David Attenborough thing. his voice is soooooooooo soothing.
@maryschmitz78176 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, a letter always works! MLS
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
Yep!!
@snehag77486 жыл бұрын
You are my favourite brits!!
@ThoseTwoBrits16 жыл бұрын
yay! Thank you!
@viviengiannacaple-chuley44086 жыл бұрын
In the states, we have honour attendants if it's a female "best man" or male "maid or matron of honour". It's very common, or at least not unheard of to have a woman also give a speech at a wedding.
@ash1rose4 жыл бұрын
The haircut thing is common here, too, especially if you're introverted and/or shy. You don't want to make a scene or cause a fuss. My BFF didn't go to her lifelong hairdresser for her wedding because she messed up her hair coloring one too many times. She didn't say anything, she just didn't go back lol. The walking thing is common, too. Either you're walking the same way or you see someone you know in a store. You might speak then you have to try to avoid them because if you see them again you have to make conversation. It honestly sounds like a lot of stuff is similar to what introverts here hate.