A HUGE BORDER WALL, THE BANKSY HOTEL, THE DEAD SEA, AND MORE IN PALESTINE (short doc) | DamonAndJo

[@bestdressed]

this is like a Netflix show but better

[@DamonAndJo]

😚JUST LET ME KNOW WHEN AND WHERE NETFLIX CUZ HE'S READY

[@marishkaspirit]

@@christinal.suarez1838 what do you mean "she"?

[@mustafaaniladanir]

@@DamonAndJo This didn’t age well... 😬

[@golnoushtavakolmoghadam2683]

much much better

[@MargauxSauvage]

just came across this video that I somehow missed on this channel, breaks my heart to know that most of these places probably no longer exist

[@infjuicy7347]

same here, just heartbreaking

[@stefanalin9489]

This is West Bank. Not Gaza

[@kathleenbeannns]

This type of content is truly one of the biggest reasons why I am so so proud to be part of the Shut Up and Go internet-ional family. Because whether you're shutting yourself up to go and book that solo trip to Paris or Palestine, the message still stands strong; shut up and go experience the country yourself. Absolutely cannot wait for this to drop.

[@amara523]

YESS!! Love this channel honestly.

[@semsemeini7905]

Yes you Antisemites like Damon love it.

[@saffronsahota3672]

that driver calling Damon "brother" wARMED MY HEART

[@shaheedkatshaza4424]

One thing that I think people are failing to realize is that damon is not a political activist and they need to stop holding him to such standards. The man is a travel vlogger . Great video by the way.

[@DamonAndJo]

THANK YOU FOR THIS

[@shaheedkatshaza4424]

@@_blank-_ so just because a place is "problematic" he shouldn't visit it? 1stly if yes then that's some bs. 2ndly there is nothing wrong with visiting places where the political situation has devided the people and remaining silent on who is right or wrong because you aren't well-versed on the situation. And 3rdly keep in mind that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has two sides and he has to thread carefully keeping in mind that he is not a political activist or a politician.

[@shaheedkatshaza4424]

@@_blank-_ lol I don't see why not as long as his safety is guaranteed

[@semsemeini7905]

LOL BS. Damon is a political activist. He pretends not to be and acts like a complete dummy. This is an Antisemitic, racist, bigoted, ignorant, one sided, unbalanced video.

[@TziviaBlum]

Half of this video is about politics, and only from one side, same left wing side on the tel aviv video.

[@ellamor2616]

Hey I just found your channel from your tel aviv video and as an Israeli citizen who lives in Tel AvivI have to say that your Palestine video shocked me completely. I literally didn’t know how it looked like over there or what the people thought, or how they feel. we are just so mind controlled by the government but I’m not even allowed to talk to basically my neighbors! :( this just broke my heart and I hope the governments stop being assholes and just let everyone live in peace from now on

[@marcosantos3381]

This comment warmed my hearth and gave me hope! A good day to you ella mor!

[@jehanayash6679]

I wish more Israelis thought like this

[@AmiraDreams]

[@ilayportal9565]

‏איזה שקרן, ממתי הממשלה שוטפת לנו את המוח; וממתי אסור לנו לדבר עם ״פלסטינים״?

[@Chaneloweenz]

You just made that up. Everyone knows how it is the government is not "mind controlling" anything, you just aren't observant and have been oblivious to the situation. Don't blame your mediocre knowledge on the government.

[@DamonAndJo]

The first 23-minute short documentary in Tel Aviv was received pretty well, so I wanted to continue the series with this 29-minute short doc from my experience in the West Bank/Palestine. Like I said in the previous video, I think this part of the world has become the most fascinating adventure I have ever, ever been on. Check the description for a breakdown of the segments, if you ain't got the time and just want to skip around. Oh, and regardless of your view of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, I hope you sit back, relax, and enjoy the show (and learn something). Next up: Asking A Former Ultra-Orthodox Guy (who i met in a club) Every Question I Have About Jews and Judaism, and Everything You Need To Know For Your Trip to Israel & Palestine. Two more videos! 🌟 Subscribe to our channel → goo.gl/H8i5DP 🌟 All The Resources I Used For My Israel-Palestine Trip → shutupandgo.travel/all-the-resources-i-used-for-my-israel-palestine-trip/

[@purplecocoa]

So excited to see what your opinions and thoughts are. Thank you for doing this! It's such a heated subject that few people are willing to discuss and have a "nice conversation" about it (especially if it doesn't pertain to them). This is important and I'm excited to watch! .

[@mcleanephatha]

#NotificationGangHere.So excited💃💃💃💃

[@DamonAndJo]

@@mcleanephatha THANKS FOR BEING HERE.

[@plumemortelle2825]

I'm really excited (and hoping we have similar opinions 😰) but I'm sure I'll enjoy the video anyway. Kiss from Paris

[@matanamar]

The wall isn’t there for fun, the number of suicide bombers in Israeli malls, busses and so on went down 90% thanks to it, looks like you are ignoring how many lives it saved.

[@T3R3SA007]

“Make hummus not walls”

[@dingdingdingding2871]

*Apartheid walls .

[@buzznovo4779]

@@dingdingdingding2871 Google costs exactly 0,00$ and as it seems, you know how to type Apartheid, so why then do you fabricate such bullshit statements when you could actually educate yourself?

[@caesar2171]

Monse Rosas my mood

[@patriotsforisrael3610]

WATCH: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3-Ue4qZZ5h8qJI

[@aerebona9947]

why do you lock your house doors? ask mommy to open the door, you set a bad example for children who grow up behind walls.

[@LS-lo8ks]

Yes in every language to more mini documentaries like this! 🙏

[@solitairesmith3553]

Damon You are the first u tuber ive seen to experience what I have grown up with. Half my family is muslin and half of my family is Catholic. We struggle to protect and reassure each other every day. Im glad you have the GUTS and integrity to show both sides of this. Its true we are all humans wanting just to live in peace. Yes there are bad people on both sides ruining it for everyone but if anyone would just look at the average people we are all the same.

[@theisraelig5162]

Yet you keep electing terror organizations that wont compromise for peace, when Israel has elected leftist governments for half the time....

[@tetete1234567]

Agreed. I'm from Israel and just want some peace. I don't want on keep fighting and go to the army because I'm Israeli that needs to protect my country.

[@ben-tol]

@@tetete1234567 go away,that's not your country btw :")

[@luvleenhunjan]

what a profound film. maybe you could make mini docs for all the countries you visit, as I feel like I got such a deep understanding of the culture, people, and life here through this longer format x

[@DamonAndJo]

I enjoyed filming this way too! It takes a lot longer to edit, but I do think it is more fun (and more educational) for the viewer! You get a better glimpse into my actual trip!

[@scrambledreflex]

@@DamonAndJo I love these longer videos! I feel like I get so much more out of each country

[@anastasiah8683]

Luvleen Hunjan Yesss. I second this!

[@Care2covet]

@@DamonAndJo I thoroughly enjoyed the longer video and would be more than happy to wait for you to edit them. I teared up watching this video. It really showed the heart and soul of the country.

[@polandbananasBOOKS]

THIS WAS SO GOOD.

[@DamonAndJo]

CHRISTINE RICCIO! 👋🏼😢😭hiiiii!

[@mizzmusicthief]

I'm excited to see a hint of what a country that you usually don't think , "oh I should vacation there" looks like from a tourist pov!! Also I love the bravery it takes to travel to a country you don't know the language, and Damon's solo traveling is a blessing to watch

[@ipsilonia]

i really truly do not believe people are grasping how iconic and important and utterly beautiful this mini-doc series has been. thank you for using your platform in this way, for utilizing your talents and traveling skills to finesse your way into such a complicated land, and for sharing the stories of so many silenced people. this is one of the best things i've seen on youtube, and i've been watching vids on good ol youtube for over a decade. blessings.

[@rysp6061]

I look forward to every shut up and go vid tbh makes my day when I watch a new vid just because KZbin wants to be greedy and keep their coins don’t mean they have to ruin it for the rest of us GIVE DAMON AND JO THE COINS THEY DESERVE

[@semsemeini7905]

When you spread hate, disinformation, poison, historical revisionism, ignore facts you don't deserve to get paid for it.

[@theaterfreak141]

arys p. 😍

[@queenfq]

@@semsemeini7905 What do you mean? Could you explain pls?

[@zenhacker]

Watching today because of whats going on in the world...

[@tomaserre]

I am so excited for this *grabs the popcorn*

[@DamonAndJo]

THOMAS 👋🏼I'LL BE EXPECTING A TEXT AFTERWARDS WITH YOUR THOUGHTS.

[@JohnTheStun]

@@DamonAndJo I know there's not much to do about it now, but in your own words, do you think you covered views of the conflict unevenly as you asked way more conflict specific questions to the Palestinians than to the Israelis?

[@vickimariemakeup]

Thank you for covering this. It's so important to get the Palestinian point of view out there since most of the mainstream media only cover the Israeli side. I really implore people to do more research themselves to really understand the conflict, instead of just going along with what is force fed from the Western world. Keep up the excellent work. PS - for those who are really interested, I really recommend the documentary "5 broken cameras"... I literally cried with shock and horror and it really opened up my eyes.

[@thefalcon918]

Not true i feel like the media in europe portrays more the palestinien side

[@Chaneloweenz]

Actually the Mainstream media has been favoring the Palestinian propaganda since the 90s they always leave out vital context for why Israel defends itself thus making them look like they attack for no reason. It's vile.

[@maisso8863]

Great initiative, can't wait to see the footage you took, communication is the best way to understand people

[@maisso8863]

Great video! Very informative and positive. Thank you for what you do. That's what we need

[@Care2covet]

This was so gut wrenching to watch.

[@valentineqin2608]

i dont understand how this video is not on 1 million views!! it's so insane to know what's happening today and watch those videos and see how things/ people actually are. Damon you're doing amazing work thank you so much

[@AceGangx]

such an insightful, yet entertaining video. thanks for consistently providing such informative AND fun content. someone needs to give ur cab driver a talk show--we love that man. if anything, i hope this video raises awareness and invokes curiosity among those ignorant to this pressing issue. free palestine.

[@ileanas9823]

I LOVED how he called you “brother”. That’s Love right there !

[@MelanieinAction]

Wow this has to be my favorite video hands down. I’m an American and growing up in south Florida with all sorts of ethnicities, races, and religion I’ve grown up to be accepting and loving everyone. The moment I learned about the treatment of Palestinians I was so mind blown that this is still going on in modern times and that the USA supports Israel so much. I’m ashamed of our politics right now and I hope we stop supporting this divide between Israel and Palestine. It was really beautiful when your driver said they just want to live in peace with one another.

[@chloe9598]

Who else came here after 2 years to learn more abt Palestine

[@elith3a955]

I really enjoyed this video! I love the fact that the editing is so simple. It’s entertaining, and yet still educational. Being someone who has grown up in the Middle East, and has Israeli and Palestinian friends I really appreciate the initiative you are taking to document your travel whilst remaining unbiased and authentic. Not a lot of foreigners go to Palestine or even consider it a country anymore, so you doing sheds light on many preconceived notions that people may have on Palestine and what the people are like. I’m just so happy that you and Jo aren’t those basic travel vloggers that only do it for the hopes of having a bomb instagram feed, and are genuinely curious about travel and learning! It really made me want to visit both these countries too. This was such a great video Damon, I’m super excited to see more!

[@mrandiboy101]

It would be really interesting if you’d go to Bosnia and Herzegovina, because there are three conflict parties: all are Bosnians, but there are the mainly muslim bosniaks, the mainly catholic croatians and the mainly orthodox christian serbians. And the war between them has created wounds that didn’t heal already. Would be interesting to see how it works there with different religions, languages, cultures and if it works out well or not.

[@sirenasaenz2299]

So disappointed one of my faves couldn’t say the truth even tho it’s right in front of him. #freepalestine It’s a great video tho and he shows us, who is the oppressor.

[@roshikam9864]

Ate

[@carmenhagan6887]

Oh my gosh... I just realized we had the same taxi driver in Palestine hahahah. Alaa was the sweetest literally the best.

[@samreen.]

Damon I don’t even know how to describe how beautiful, personal and emotional your Israel and Palestine videos have been! You have shown a tourist side of Palestine which is never really showed on most media platforms. You showed optimistic and kind people on both sides. You summed up what the hindrance to peace is; nationalism and radicalism! You hit the nail on the head and educated people about the different aspects and problems but never at any point did the video seem judgemental or even political and that’s exactly why so many people are reacting so positively in the comments. Thank you so much for this video and your ever adventurous personality taking us along your travels! Here’s to peace!

[@adilnc]

Can you imagine someone kicking you out of your home and then media calls you a terrorist cos you are crying that you lost your home . that's a typical daily routine for most Palestinians .

[@theisraelig5162]

@@adilnc If by "crying" you murder women and children in terror attacks/knife attacks, if you butcher a 14 year old girl in her own room in her home and you call that "crying" you're a fucking animal.

[@LalaLa-ze7kv]

@@adilnc , why 4-5 million arab Jews don't cry then? Cause they busy working n building their new home. Nobody will kick them away again.

[@adilnc]

TheIsraeli G stupidity at its best . Killing Palestinians will never be considered human . Devastating houses and kicking ppl out of their land will never be considered human. You don't need to be a Palestinian to defend them . You need just to be human which clearly you are not .

[@anaismitropoulos3416]

I love hearing the call to prayers in the city, they're so beautiful, it reminds me of my time in Turkey

[@s0ggywaffles338]

i came back to this video today to remind myself that people themselves are not cruel. ://

[@chinita_doll]

Thank you so much! 🇵🇸

[@stormbornes]

that monologue on the counterintuitiveness of fences and walls was so fucking true, and it comes at such an important time especially in regards to everything that's happening back in the states. i'm really loving these short documentaries because they raise so much awareness to relevant subjects that people are too afraid to talk or even learn about. i really hope this continues into a series, it's probably the only interesting thing on youtube now lol

[@donnagandhi]

I’m so so glad you made this series. Not only is it super entertaining and interesting, it’s also so informative in a way that raises awareness without taking sides and being disrespectful. I love being part of this community! 💛

[@rsmith1820]

"Damon Dominique, TEAR DOWN ALL WALLS!" With curiosity, open-mindedness, acceptance & your humanity. Mediate. One video at a time 👍

[@sab1540]

i am so glad that you uploaded these 2 videos it opens people's eyes and we learn so much more !

[@RileyTaylor1]

I’m LOVING these short docs. I also really want to go on my birthright trip to Israel, but i’ve been nervous because of the conflict, but these videos are really inspiring me to go. Thank you!!

[@DamonAndJo]

There were birthright trippers e-v-e-r-y-w-h-e-r-e!!!! I heard English everywhere I went (especially in Jerusalem).

[@THISLONDONCHICK]

It’s sad how relevant this video still is. Superb video, Damon!

[@ninalevanon203]

Hi, im from israel. I want to say thank you. I hate the situation in my country and i think that you showed me that there is hope and im so greatful to see the other side view, opinions and people. I was born to a situation that i cant even imagine how the other side looks like and im so grateful that i can watch your videos and see it. I hope that things will get better and someday we could live together in peace.

[@oritya1058]

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[@canaanphil9172]

You mean hello from some where in Europe , Africa , Asia , North America etc because , there is no such a country called Israel , this is Palestine or the land of Canaan not Sisrael.

[@11kabula]

I think more Isrelis should look outside the walls & when I say walls I mean the mental indoctrination from older generations and government. Some times one has to questions why don't they want me to see or go there? perhaps they don't want you to find out that they might be wrong.

[@peacelove7910]

"Your country" didn't 3exist until 1948. Before that it was called palestine. Jews left the middle east to north Africa THOSE ARE THE TRUE JEWS. I've been watching jews taking dna tests coming back 99% European whereas palestian take dna test and most of them.have 100% from the land of palestine. I'm sorry honey it's not your country.

[@Chaneloweenz]

@@peacelove7910 Literally no DNA test has ever said 99% European and theres no Palestinian Ethnic marker its Levantine which is what shows up for Syrians Lebanese Pallies and Jordanians as well as Ashkenazi Jews.

[@evas.8780]

I just love how damon's short doc is in times like these the best way to look behind the scenes and have an authentic view on places in palestine

[@Thisisdeema]

I started watching you on your other KZbin channel and immediately you became one of my favourite youtubers, then i found this channel and once i saw the thumbnail saying "Palestine" i felt so fucking happy with fucking tears, i mean finally seeing one of my favourite youtubers recognizing us and our country and our struggle, so much love Damon, thank you 💕💕💕

[@gemloveyt]

WOW. Thank you for shedding light on this. As an American it's so easy to take everything we have for granted. My heart goes out to all the people who really wish for peace and love

[@megancorsano5398]

This gave me chills. For real, one of your best videos ever. You both have so much growth ahead of you as storytellers and communicators and I’m so excited to watch it happen!! You and Jo bring such a breath of fresh air to the world. Ok that’s all ❤️

[@Greg-xz9tw]

I sympathise for the Palestinians. It’s not fair for them. Thanks for this vlog Damon, it was fantastic.

[@Chaneloweenz]

It's not fair for either side. Unfortunately Palestinian Nationalism is so ingrained in their society that they choose to prolong the conflict.

[@beebee242]

@@Chaneloweenz hmmm you believe Palestinian nationalism to be an issue prolonging the conflict? That can go both ways as Israeli nationalism is so new, it’s an invention. Damon pretty much nailed it when it comes to who and what is prolonging the ‘conflict.’ He went, he saw and he made a basic observation. ✌🏼✌🏼

[@Chaneloweenz]

​@@beebee242 Israeli Nationalism started in the late 1800s where as Palestinian Nationalism and Identity in general was invented by Yasser Arafat in the 60s which is laughably artificial and just lacking in authenticity overall. So no, nothing you said is really true at all.. 💀

[@eleventhclara]

woah! I just realized that y'all are at 1million + subscribers, and I'm like a proud parent rn because I remember when you reached 5,000 and was here for the early NYC and Paris vids. Way to go you two!!

[@bananeboum]

This is one of the best videos I've ever seen. You're such a good person and I'm impressed by how well you handle travelling alone and how confident and calm you stay 🙈 Also you give a new perspective to this conflict and I think this is extremely important. Thank you, Damon! ❤

[@MrHrleo]

these videos are SO NECESSARY, it’s so easy to ignore the issue when you don’t actually see it and it feels like damon is the only one showing us whats really like and what people really think in this part of the world. this mini docs are next level. bravo damon

[@thehopeofeden597]

I don't really have anything original to say, but I love Damon and Jo, and I find them inspirational, Free Palestine

[@Ykoz2016]

Two years later, and I’m extremely glad I found this video today. Thank you

[@trulleyamazing3]

revisiting these videos and they have helped me gain perspective and understanding so thank you for that!

[@salariganello7046]

with everything going on atm with Israel and Palestine this week this video was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!! Thx God we have DamonandJo to give us that cant travel due to covid these things to look back at:)

[@maximkuzlin]

This series is amazing! Also the fact that you traveled, filmed and edited everything all by yourself? Wow. He's a production!

[@Tazzy5]

One of the BEST videos I have EVER seen, PERIOD. Excellent pace, editing, but the content that shows you experiencing both sides and talking to the people is what travel is all about and seeing that wall really changed my mind about a few things. Damon, thank you so much!

[@leroysamantus5829]

Thank you Damon for having the courage to share your journey, it was super insightful! Putting yourself and your content out there is never easy but aspecially with such touchy subjects it‘s bound to be a tough time. I personally found it to be very very interesting, entertaining and educational. So thank you again, I admire and appreciate it very much!

[@jenise2503]

Wow, I've been going through your older vlogs and this was so good. As an American i never really understood the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Thank you for shedding some light on this. Loved the conversation with the cab driver.

[@viveklouwer1663]

Watching this in 2024 is pritty surreal honestly..

[@amara523]

Great video Damon. A reminder why I love the work you do with this channel. You were curious and explored this issue despite how contentious it is. It is extremely disheartening to see what is happening in Palestine. There aren't much people that can cover this conflict without bias and it seems that you really did that. Much love

[@nazmiahsalam9218]

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[@ss-qd2lb]

This vlog is the embodiment of the quote by Mark Twain that "travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry..." I love that you showed a human side of the conflict without taking any sides. Looking forward to more such epic content from you.

[@semsemeini7905]

LOOL. Without taking sides???????????????????????????????????????????

[@VioletDidi]

I'm a left-sided Israeli (means I'm against the occupation) and as you know - I can't go there myself. So - thank you for sharing this. We don't have a lot of unbiased information from the other side. It was very interesting.

[@poisonyves4398]

sorry if this feels a bit of a butt in but can you elaborate why you can't visit there? is it because of governmental issues or fearing for your own safety?

[@rawi6723]

Kitabı Basılmayan Yazar they’re not allowed to mix, if you get what I mean

[@minis9416]

@@poisonyves4398 it is forbidden by the Israeli law and it is not very safe for an Israeli to be in there.

[@hadargal7881]

Yes to this comment❤️

[@semsemeini7905]

LOL unbiased?

[@TheofficialMBonline]

Your way of portraying every country's culture that you have travelled to is just brilliant. It's always from your point of view but you're being so objective about everything that it is really fascinating to watch. Keep up this infotainment-ish style! Love it!

[@cole3386]

Always coming through with the great content Henny! Love you two and everything you guys do!

[@DamonAndJo]

Uf, "henny!" 😂 I mean I sure needed the Hennessy after this experience!

[@Iammayanoor]

Thank you so much for posting this and spreading awareness, you have no idea how happy it makes me.

[@user-kv9xm8kg9u]

#savesheikhjerrah .. Thank you for showing the world this forgotten country.. I saw comment few minutes ago says "Palestine couldn't breath since 1948" and it's break my heart more that we still can't do anything just pray for them

[@Chaneloweenz]

They have chosen to not breathe from their Nazi Jingoist Ideology which is the only reason this conflict persists, they choose to prolong it and they wont stop until every Jewish person is dead.

[@lucilasandoval3084]

This video made me so genuinely happy. I agree completely that travelling is not about seeing the touristy/instagramable part, but to get to know the people, to get to really understand their way of life. I love the fact that you try to portrait what actual palestinians think about this, and that despite it being a heated subject you went on and talked about it. And the Banksy hotel, come on.... amazing

[@rainm9761]

this is absolutely stunning, damon. you did your homework while staying equally open and eager to listen to every single human you met and genuinely tried to understand. I am proud.

[@SummerMensahMusic]

I am absolutely so happy for these doc. videos. The 1st person perspective of the world is never shown on tv news. Which is so different. You guys are doing something mighty with this channel and these videos. Uniting us now and future generations more than you could probably know. As an American, I've already learned so much from this video.

[@esikazemese]

"The land belong to God." I am not religious , but I love this.

[@seriouslythisisjust]

these last few solo adventures of yours have been absolutely fascinating... it's so important to have people like you to explore and share your findings about countries that others (like me) might not be brave enough to visit.

[@amasam5408]

damon the professor giving us the louis theroux moment we need.... we stan an educated king

[@Petitchou2002]

Thanks for beeing there and film this video. It is important trying to keep informed and try to understand...well done guy !

[@arabziana94]

This has really motivated me to go to Palestine! Good for you man!Awesome vid, thank you so much for sharing :)

[@lisel6657]

I have been a subscriber since I don't know when, and I am an avid watcher of your travel vlogs. I thoroughly enjoy your content and the many faces of this channel, but never really feel the need to comment. But today I just really want to emphasize - this is the most interesting thing I have seen on youtube in a long time. I just really want you to know that your determination to understand the situation from all angles, and to let the israeli and palestinian people speak on their own personal experience of these deep, complex political issues does not go unnoticed. These mini documentaries are so sensitive and educational, and please, please continue doing them.

[@CegomezChannel]

Wow this video gave me goosebumps, there's really good people out there By the way, these videos are GREAT

[@miracles1994]

It's so refreshing to see content like this in KZbin this days! For sure my favourite channel! All the love from Argentina !

[@juliaanna4475]

Damon, I loved your first mini documentary and I even love this one more! :) Keep up with this great content!

[@sayeetakawale6499]

Genuinely, thoroughly enjoyed this vlog. Specially the way you showed us the perspectives of the local people. I immediately went and read about the history and conflict and saw the way the youth are stepping up by slowly raising their voices in order to bridge the gap. Humble request for you to keep making such videos.

[@hagereldaas3537]

Damon, I already loved you and and this channel’s videos before. But this made me love you even more. Not only because I’m Arab and this is an issue I deeply care about, but because as human beings we can’t be afraid to speak about sensitive issues. And I’m so proud that you didn’t get scared to talk about this or worry about causing controversy or hate on the channel or your own social media accounts. Looking forward to more ❤️❤️

[@semsemeini7905]

LOOOL. Yes the Antisemites are loving this.

[@annaamazhang]

Soooo good, entertaining and educational. MORE TRAVEL VIDEOS LIKE THESE PLEASE. Damon, you need a SHOW!!

[@tigerlover34]

This video was so amazing and very insightful, I really learned a whole lot of new things the Palestinians go through. I loved both videos thank you Damon for making this and showing ppl how both sides think!

[@TaishaX25]

I love your little travel vlogs because I'm not only watching a vlog but Im also getting educated.

[@thetyra2307]

That made me cry so hard ... oh human look at us

[@smad1234]

Believe me, you will cry more than the Palestinians will send missiles at you all the time. This story has two sides and hears only their side.

[@sebbs343]

Watching this video made me so happy that someone like you had the audacity to address an issue like this yet still without directly offending either side. Thank you for not looking past this and for being curious💛

[@onceafable]

I wish you had spoken to some young Palestinians in this video. It seems like a lot of the opinions you got in your Israel video were from young Israelis who are more likely to have a different opinion from, say someone whos the age of the cab drivers you talked to. Talking only to older Palestinians made this video feel less relatable to people outside of both countries, considering you talked about the cub scene etc in your Israel video. This one just seemed like it was about the wall and the settlements, and I would have liked to see how people our ages live in Palestine, and compare and contrast it with those living in Israel.

[@DamonAndJo]

I talked to four different young people on the street...and none spoke English or wanted to be on camera!

[@vitvit13]

The young generation a oid getting education, they waste their time to hate and make problems.

[@user-rv7ge1tc4l]

that's cuz Israelis generally speak more English and are more talkative. Plus, he's a travel blogger, not a political activist.

[@EnglishwithFaty]

@@user-rv7ge1tc4l And you've never asked why Palestinians speak less English and are less talkative? Taking what you wrote as true.

[@user-rv7ge1tc4l]

@@EnglishwithFaty because the Hamas does not see teaching English as an important part of the education system in Palestine. And I don't know their psychology, I just know that Israelis are extremely talkative people. I don't see your point hun. There are clear cultural differences

[@ruirisito]

I genuinely got so many goosebumps throughout this, what you've done is incredible, I am actually on the verge of crying because this is so important, the way you showcased the incident from both sides really gave us a deep understanding of what is going on, and for that Damon Dominic, I applaud you

[@teona4279]

This was great, and I agree that not enough people are being objective about this conflict. Everyone deserves to live in peace and live where they choose to. As someone who grew up with Native American teachings land disputes are always a rough thing for me. The land doesn't belong to anyone, everyone simply has a duty to invest in the place they call home and give it respect. These lands give us so much, and because of that we shouldn't be denying others the right to live and find growth in a land they choose to call home. That being said causing bloodshed, violence, producing hate, forcibly removing others from these places to call it yours or to live there isn't right. There is never really a right and a wrong in life, and if everything was that black and white so many conflicts or "wrongs" in this world would have quick and swift punishments. On to other things, how did you react to the sea? You were lookin' fiiiiine in dem shorts boo! Imagine if Tinder was open to both sides and people just had dates at the wall talk about peaceful resistance. Was there someplace you found the most beautiful or most interesting that wasn't in the video? And your black and white joke at the end made me laugh. Thanks for the video and as always in all the videos produced on this channel going through things with an open mind. Some people said you should think about travel journalism in the premiere comments and I would agree, you could do that really well and still keep the current format you're comfortable with.

[@DamonAndJo]

You spent TIME on that comment and I appreciate it ❤️ For the entire time in Israel and Palestine, I kept thinking of how similar it was/is in terms of the Native American land. Every time I explained the situation to friends and family, I used that example. In terms of my favorite place or moment, I can truly say that the Banksy Walled Off Hotel was just so crazy fascinating to me. That, and when I met the German family in my dorm. I honestly want to go to Berlin and hang out with them! The only issue I have with traditional travel journalism is that there isn't much room for jokes, as some subjects are extremely sensitive. I enjoy making this type of content, but I also love making lighthearted, feel-good content! Thank you again for leaving such an in-depth comment. We try to read comments every day! 😬

[@keiraahern8310]

I love the short docs! What I see of these two places are typically only from the news and Facebook articles. I really loved seeing an objective look at both places.

[@Louie23]

My family is based in Ramallah. It is a literal journey trying to get to Jerusalem from Ramallah due to all the checkpoints enforced by the Israeli government. I’m an American citizen and every time we crossed a checkpoint, my relatives living in Palestine were severely interrogated and taunted by Israeli soldiers and when I tried to intervene after noticing some of them speak english, I would be questioned on what my motives were for visiting Palestine. It’s just sad that this is a daily occurrence for Palestinians

[@sarabella8093]

SarahK23 just try to understand their point. If they didn’t have these checkpoints and they didn’t check Palestinian cars, do you know how many terrorist attacks and Israelis killed there would be? I know people who are soldiers at the checkpoint and they tell me how every single day there are Palestinian cars trying to come into Israel with weapons hidden in the trunk, knives hidden in Pringle boxes, and the army found out that those same Palestinians were planning to do terror attacks. All Israel wants to do is protect its citizens, and we have the right to.

[@sarabella8093]

Nafis Rahman I have so much to say about your idiotic comment but I’m just gonna say one thing. Don’t ever compare building settlements on empty land, to stabbing innocent Israelis.

[@patriotsforisrael3610]

@@sarabella8093 Amen to that! Thank you very much for telling the truth! 😊🇮🇱👏 ❤❤

[@patriotsforisrael3610]

FROM THE RIVER TO THE SEA, ISRAEL WILL BE FREE!! 🇮🇱🇮🇱🇮🇱💪

[@Louie23]

Sara Bella ok no, this is the most idiotic comment I’ve read. To begin with, you acknowledge the fact that Israel has and continues to build illegal settlements on land that belongs to Palestinians. In addition, you make ironic accusations against Palestinians claiming that WE are the ones stabbing “innocent” Israelis when in fact the opposite is true. Israel continues to implement genocide against tried and true innocent Palestinians and has been since 1948 so please get your facts in check and keep your delusional, fragmented, and falsely accusatory Israeli propaganda tf out of my mentions. Thank you, next.

[@premingerscat]

I am so thankful for you Damon for this education you give! like honestly, all sources have their side and you just address things in general and i love it! i am all for this!

[@khatun32]

Looking forward to this one Jo

[@poptartrs]

These videos are so important and fascinating. Please make more like this! It is so important to understand every part of the world and the people in them.

[@maghen2972]

By the time this is out I am gonna have a class but boy 29 mints doc? Definitely skipping that class for this. Best KZbinr evvvver💖💖💖💖

[@DamonAndJo]

You'll probably learn more 🤷🏼‍♂️hehehe

[@kovtundiana3743]

Damon these series are so-so good, thank you for showing that people are people, no matter where they're from!

[@youssramn684]

The palestian drivers were so nice to you OMG!!!!

[@nelliebear5590]

love this, you handled the controversies around these two countries with tact and maturity, while trying to see both sides of the story and relaying that information to your subscribers. good work

[@lexijadewaldon]

watching this in 2023 hits so different. i'm heart broken looking at places that are likely leveled bc of the ongoing and deadly conflict

[@maya-oh2op]

Nope, this is West Bank not Gaza

[@galadvd8293]

I like how Damon tries to really understand both side without any biases. The only way to understand and find suitable solutions about this issue is to talk to the people that are directly concerned about it. Walk through the cities, talk with different people about their lifes, their dreams, their problems... That's how you form your point of view! Once again: great videos! Love from France ;)

[@ipsilonia]

18:12 the UN has actually denounced oppressive israeli tactics 19:17 "what do you do for fun" is such an intense question to ask someone who is probably spending most of his days in straight-up survival mode. imagine the way trauma and tension have settled into his bones over the years. his response ("WORK") immediately made me think of maslow's hierarchy of needs.

[@Juliadw20]

Thank you so much for this. I didn’t even know any of this was happening and I’m so appreciative that you’ve shown me part of what’s actually happening in Palestine. So good, thank you.