GAY BRITS REACT to Young Royals S2 | Episode 2

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[@veronicafromberg9076]

The problem with Swedish is that there is a whole other language when it comes to the royal family. So in the same way that in french you use "vous" for those above you, we use "Ni and er" but only for the royal family and you can never -under any circumstances- address a royal with their name unless you're really close to them. What the subtitles don't tell you is that at the end of last season, Simon started using "du" instead of "ni" but this season he's back to using "ni". Just thought it would clear up why he's othered so much cause he has a completely different set of pronouns to everyone :)

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Interesting! I didn't realize that. Thank you! So there's a formal and informal "you" kinda like in German. But it's just used for the royalty or in any formal setting?

[@jossposs3400]

The formal "you" is _only_ for royals, _maybe_ someone would use it if they are really old fashioned but I've never heard it. But I don't really understand, I've never heard Simon call Wilhelm "ni" from what I can remember 🤔

[@musicmirj]

@@lynnhettrick7588 i'm assuming it's like "Ihr und Euch" instead of "Sie und Ihnen". in german, we use the second instead of third person plural for royalty - or at least used to, idk if that's still the case as we don't have any royalty now lol

[@Liebling_li]

Oh thank you for this detail!!! It's very important 😢❤

[@koalaskrypin]

@@lynnhettrick7588 As someone born in the 1980's with grandparents born in the 1920's (no longer with us) I heard "Ni" a lot from them in different formal situations, like they had tremendous respect for doctors and called them "ni" and if they caleld someone for a meeting they would use it as a sign of respect, it was also used for someone with high social status. That is no longer important in Sweden, except for addressing member of the court.

[@82evene]

Simon is clearly trying to recreate his first kiss with Wille with Marcus when he tries to get him to watch a horror movie. And quickly realizes it's not the same. Let's not forget they are both so young and its their first love potentially, one they didn't get to live for that long. I think its very understandable how they act (and will)

[@msimpingrid]

Agreed! I've seen a lot of judgments especially towards Wille... The show is not about us picking a side but to be able to see and relate to the human aspect in each character...

[@bekkibabineau9394]

And also commenting that Marcus' room is "cozy", like Wille did. So many subtle parallels to S1!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Yes, both Simon and Wille try to re-create moments they had with each other with other love interests. Simon with Marcus and Wille with Felice.

[@nataliakaryaka6529]

"Oh, it can't get any worse" - come on, guys, we've been through this in season1. Know better 😁🥰🥰

[@veronikahaugendrageid2662]

The queen made sure NOBODY heard what she promised Wilhelm. Because she didn't mean a word of it.

[@gerganakantcheva8176]

The Queen basically said that she wants Wilhelm to come out on his own terms but then proceeded to tell him her terms for how he should do things if he wants to stay at this school... That again makes it obvious to him that she has the upper hand for 2 more years until he's 18, but then he actually has legal power in the Royal Family and could really renounce the throne if he and his mother can't work it out. I think he's slowly realizing that he could have control over things at 18, but right now he hasn't. (I think the Queen is implying that she thinks Simon was pressuring Wilhelm to come out and that she's protecting him from that...) August and Marcus are both 18. (Marcus has his own place, a car and a driver's license, things that underline his independence)

[@elviradeaguedafranco3037]

I can't stop laughing with your reaction to the "Sara" moment. Just as a note, the Simon-Wille moment of the first season must have been at 6:00 am and you had no complaints... hahahahaha Thanks once again for your time!!

[@AmarthwenNarmacil]

The difference is they slept in the same bed and woke up together. If one of them just knocked on the other's door early in the morning it would have been weird as well. 😂 Still cute though!

[@67Second]

Note the rhythm in Lisa Ambjörn (creator and head writer of the series) writing. Simon's friends suggest his getting together with Marcus for some "action". Marcus suggests he prefers action movies and Simon immediately says he prefers horror movies. The horror movie was where Simon and Wilhelm started their romance. Over and over Lisa will strike a chord somewhere and you will hear it be resolved somewhere else. It's one of the things that makes this story so compelling. It resonates like a great symphony.

[@EmelynAbreu]

The "it's seven o'clock in the morning" and Josh flinching that hard was exactly my reaction to that awful kiss hahahahahahahahahahahahahaah I loved it

[@Jeneri1]

I think that Wille and Simon's conversation in the changing room just is really to show how far apart Willes' world actually is from anyone else's. Having gone his whole life with everything planned out for him 10 years in advance and day after day scheduled, 2 years until some sense of freedom doesn't seem bad at all to him, when for everyone else it's soooo fucking long. (Also, the Queen said they'd "discuss" his sexuality and choice of partner and that doesn't bode well. So, from the Queen's pov she's hoping he'd change his mind until then... it's a gross thing to say to anyone.)

[@captainace3859]

Hey y’all! Love the reaction. Two things to keep in mind: winter break happened between seasons 1 and 2 so there was a bit of a break between Wilhelm and Marcus for Simon. Also Sara said in the first season that she has Asperger syndrome which can cause compulsive behavior and difficulty in social situations among other things. Hope this helps!

[@gerganakantcheva8176]

Christmas Break in Sweden is from December 23rd to January 6th so not that long has passed between Season 1 and 2.

[@captainace3859]

@@gerganakantcheva8176 Fair enough. I just meant it wasn't like season 2 happened the day after season 1

[@jeresitkosanfrancisco8370]

I thought Sara said she has Asperger syndrome in season one. Her being sexual with August is so contrary to how someone on the Asperger spectrum. Asperger avoid intimate contact.

[@luciennemarschner9844]

Simons voice or in generall Omars voice is so beautiful, the song has such a strong meaning 😍💜

[@lynnhettrick7588]

Omar's voice really is so beautiful!

[@MatthewC23498z]

The 1D homage and recap had me howling within a minute. "She's behind the enemy" _Josh flashes his eyebrows ever-so-gently_

[@msimpingrid]

Great reaction, guys, as always! Prepare yourself for the rest of the season... EP 2 is actually a light one... Hahahaha

[@bridget5304]

E2 and E3 were honestly the more frustrating ones of the season. You’re almost halfway. :)

[@lisecore]

"That's not a tingle, that's just a warning sign" 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@BroadwayBound009]

Your very succinct recap made me laugh so much. Accurate and straight to the point! Your reactions and facial expressions this episode had me laughing out loud, I reacted almost exactly the same way. Also I recommend looking up the lyrics to “Simon’s Song” that he is writing during the episode as they are important and give context. You can also see them if you switch over to the English audio and English captions for just those scenes as it gets translated there.

[@rachaelpayne3045]

Love your reaction vids. Binged your season 1 reactions so it's killing me waiting but so worth it 👌

[@CathyY72]

Something that kind of made me mad that no one ever comments on is the fact that the Queen basically says he's too young to decide his sexuality, but he is being forced to act like an adult about the Crown Prince business. Which is it, is he too young, or or is he mature enough to take one the responisbility to make decisions for an entire country?

[@andre_p]

I don’t think she’s saying he’s too young to decide on his sexuality. First off, one doesn’t « decide » on one’s sexuality. Secondly, what she’s trying to imprint on him is that from the Court’s viewpoint it’s all about appearances. That’s why she’s telling him things might be easier in 2 years’ time. Like Josh, I have my doubts about the sincerity of that statement though…😒

[@msimpingrid]

Ohhh and please pay attention to the therapist sessions. It's always spot on!

[@jacquiehahn4910]

Sara says "at least Marcus doesn't need rescuing all the time", but she's trying to rescue August. She keeps saying to him if he confesses to what he did, it'll be better than if he's exposed by someone else. She wants him to do the right thing, which is actually really sweet. Messed up AF, but sweet.

[@gerganakantcheva8176]

Someone pointed out that August with his addiction to prescripted drugs is actually like a version of Sara's dad and I think that's true...

[@theConquerersMama]

Yes, I was going to point out their dad. Plus often we give great advice that we don't apply to ourselves.

[@ivalani1893]

Love all your reactions! Guys, you should really watch YR with that version of the subtitles which shows the lyrics to Simon's song. It's beautiful and it's about Wille.

[@heidiroush5448]

I love and look forward to all of your content! This series and Heartstopper have been some of my favorites to rewatch!

[@pyqio]

Although I get the 'He has a name, so don't address him as crown prince, that's his title. For example, when you addressed the queen, everyone would have said Her majesty or The Queen. Only a few were allowed to call her by her birth name. The same applies, for instance, when you call a police officer or a teacher ma'am or sir, even if you know them or their first name.

[@closetdoor7052]

Love how expressive you are 😂 keep it all up, you’re awesome! (Pls don’t make us wait a week for a new ep🥺)

[@elsaelza]

Lol MAYDAY! MAYDAY! 😂😂😂 also loved the flashbacks to the previous episode reaction, it's a cool detail

[@MM-fe9mz]

When they say a few hundred that's in kroner. 150 kroner is about 13.50 USD, I looked that up during the buying coffee scene where sara transferred money from Savings to cover it Fun fact the airplane was inside the hiliska gym

[@coolerthanyourmam9902]

I think Wilhelm shows he is a little selfish in his thinking . Simon is trying to move on but he's still clearly got feelings lingering . That song he wrote was beautiful ❤️ The looks they give each other aaaaaaaaagggghhhh

[@msimpingrid]

Wille doesn't know how to deal with his own emotions... That's why I think the sessions with the therapist are so important... It gives us a better idea of the caotic life inside him...

[@coolerthanyourmam9902]

@@msimpingrid absolutely it works perfectly in order to give us an insight into Wilhelms thinking. As Simon tells us through his song how he feels.

[@athenare313]

@@coolerthanyourmam9902 How is being selfish?🙄

[@coolerthanyourmam9902]

@@athenare313 When W tells Simon about what the Queen said, he doesn't ask him how he feels/what he wants. He just wants them to be together. Nothing wrong with that he's just assuming Simons wants because of what he wants. Simon should be given the choice. That's why its so great imo later in the season we see character growth from W in that respect.

[@athenare313]

@@coolerthanyourmam9902 he doesn’t assuming anything, he just tells Simon what his mom told him🙄. I don’t know how it is easy for you to forget that he’s part of an institution 😒😒😒. If it easy like this to date a royal , I hope all of you judging him find yourself in his situation 🙄

[@helenogrady4544]

Great review as always. You guys crack me up every time 🤣

[@dundiesplan9085]

I am so on board with Wilhelm saying "Can you just be my mother?" That poor kid. Like.. Sure, she has to be the Queen. But she can be that when handling the situation outside of the family. I simply think she should first and foremost be a mum to Wilhelm and as such she can still communicate the necessary things. Not treating it like a fucking business meeting. All of that made me so angry, cause Wilhelm was left alone, emotionally. So, I'm glad he demanded what he needed and his mother changed gears a bit.

[@linnea547]

Hahaha the grip this show has on me. I’m always so anxious for your reactions. 😏😏 we will just have to see what happens. (Who am I kidding I already know)

[@UliFandoms]

Totally agree with everything you said. Can't wait for the next upload!

[@chuckcarson7972]

Buckle up for episode 3!!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

19: 53 If you put the CC English on (I think that's the one), it'll translate the songs too. Not just the conversations. Also the cast did their own English dub if you want to try it in English. I watched S1-S2 in Swedish then watched it in English dub.

[@eleanor7952]

Now my days just got better :)

[@lynnhettrick7588]

13:00 Looking back over the two season of the series, it seems like there is more classism than any homophobia expressed by anyone in the show. It seems to be more that Simon doesn't have status, and then also about a s3x tape being released which would bring scandal to the royal family whether the prince was with a girl or a boy. I don't think the Queen is homophobic at all. She just doesn't want any mud on the royal family. Simon is *just* some local boy.

[@TinaOe]

loved your discussion guys, can't wait for the rest of the season!

[@justinthyme140]

Loved the video! You 2 are so fun to watch! Your react with Sara and August is hysterical! And also your reaction to Simon making the move on Marcus. Love it! Can’t wait for the next video! Cheers!🥂🙌🏻

[@koalaskrypin]

Come to think of it, going over to someone you are interested in for a movie most often DO mean something more is gonna happen. Otherwise you would meet up somewhere other than home, or maybe invite someone for dinner at least. I don't know if it is the same for all swedes of all generations but I remember it to be like that. (I'm a millenial in a committed relationship of 12 yrs though.)

[@jacquiehahn4910]

Wille can't even say it. "My brother, the one person in the world I absolutely COULD trust, died. He's dead. I'm wearing his shoes, and I'm fucking trapped!" The person he loves as much as Erik, if not more, is blanking him. I hated this episode. It was brilliant, and I hated it

[@suecoleman5947]

Great reaction as always, now strap yourself in as the road ahead is even bumpier 😬😘

[@ThatsMyUsborneBook]

Have you guys got the subtitles on to see what Simon is singing at all?

[@msimpingrid]

Yes! I was going to ask that. The lyrics are beautiful.

[@82evene]

Definitely a must!

[@iwminou7477]

I literally checked for your reaction every 30 minutes since Sunday, so pretty please get them coming a wee bit faster... 🤩 And it's better to watch it with English (CC) subtitles for understanding the text of Simon's song, it is important to the storyline and just downright heartbreakingly bitter-sweet! Love your reactions as always (and your new haircut! 🥰)

[@andre_p]

Love Josh’s hair, as always…☺

[@noortjeniehien1915]

Love your reaction. Love YR even more. Cant wait for what you have to say about the other episodes. 456 are my favorites. Funny, all the times i watcht the new season I never realised that the scène with August en Sara was in the morging. I dont do Well with mornings only when there later in the day….

[@bekkibabineau9394]

I can't wait to hear and see your "Oh no" faces next episode!

[@Frances86]

My two favorite KZbinrs 😍

[@olive1olive]

I was just waiting for episode 2 I’m so happy

[@cottagepie1]

Glad to be getting more of your reactions again. I think you're going to enjoy this season, I'm also looking forward to some wtf is happening moments lol

[@elinedefaux]

Not me freeking out about the One Direction song haha😂

[@Absurdist1968]

Did you guys get to see Omar (Simon) when he was a guest judge on Drag Race Sweden? Very cool.

[@dreamtheater27]

I really want you to watch Skam Norway (season 3). I really enjoy your reactions

[@UliFandoms]

Yes! Me too. I already suggested it a few months ago... Would truly love to see Alex' and Josh's reaction to Even and Isaak and their amazing love story.

[@Asa...S]

I really hope that they watch Skam from the start if the watch Skam! It's such a good show, I think they would love it, and I would love to see their reaction to it. So many great characters, storylines, music, great writing etc. Season 3 becomes so much better, deeper and more meaningful when you know the characters, the friendships and what they've been through, have a connection to them all. Just watching season 3 is a mistake, imho. Skam is such a great show, _all_ seasons, to just watch one season, even if season 3 is amazing.

[@82evene]

Btw guys, do you plan on reacting to "My Policeman"? Should fit very well to your channel. The Story is surely worth telling

[@Pixies-d1s]

TRUST ME WITH THE NEXT SERIES REACTION... “Bad buddy series” 12 episodes plus three mv’s.

[@vanesag.9863]

Bear with me because English is not my first language. Do you saw Kristina final eye roll at the phone coversation with Wilhelm? Her wording is so off... She is stalling for time to convince Wilhelm to be in a "conventional" relationship to show at the world (and marry and have heirs to maintain the power in her family branch) and have a male lover if he prefers men over women. I don't think she really cares his son is not straight but she cares about public perception. She knew August was the one that leaked the sex tape and she was the one that convinced Wilhelm to gave the interview denying the sex tape. It's true Wilhelm and Kristina didn't talk at Christmas but the talk you wanted it's not the kind of conversation they would have. This show is incredible because they talk about many topics in a subtle way: anxiety, power, drugs, tradition vs. modernity, social classes...

[@samanthapaines2938]

You both bring me so much joy ❤

[@lorettacrooms4398]

Love the new hair cut.

[@Revella1]

can you guys drop an episode a day? Cause I am dying of waiting

[@AStoryWorthTelling]

Urgh we WISH - takes about 5/6 hours to record, edit, and publish each video. On top of day jobs, we’re doing the best we can ❤️

[@dii7776]

@@AStoryWorthTelling Thanks for your time. And if you could find subtitles with the lyrics to his song because they are on netflix... :) i just think the lyrics are so beautiful and he sings it a lot this season so might be helpful to know what he's saying lol

[@erikakites9505]

Yall's reaction to Sara and August 😂❤

[@tanyakrotowa]

I loved Wilhelm’s hairstyle this season a looot

[@k8ieedits]

i wonder if you could find subs with the lyrics to his song because they are on netflix... :) i just think the lyrics are so beautiful and he sings it a lot this season so might be helpful to know what he's saying lol

[@Indigoh1980]

just you wait the whole episode has me on edge can't wait for your next reaction

[@camero3266]

Love the reaction bring on part 3

[@mandipandi303]

You are not ready for the next episode

[@hannaissacarre]

So my plan was to wait to watch until you realeased them all, because I want to binge watch all reactions, but I just couldn't wait to watch it (lasted for 18 hours at least 😂)

[@m.b.674]

guys... I need you to upload daily, really! 😅 Can we talk about it, please? 😅 I am quite new here but I don't wanna miss your reactions ever again 💜

[@discogareth]

I was just wondering earlier if we were due a new video!

[@levi518]

Hiii guys! U are both God damn amazing!! Keep slaying!! Also, if I could maybe suggest something for u to have a look at, I would suggest either "Sixteen Tons" by Geoff Castellucci or "Hoist The Colours" by Voiceplay. They are both amazing, and I think u would love them

[@olesyazakharova9371]

Hi from Ukraine and thank you for these videos! I watched "Young royals" only for understanding more while I watch your reviews)) Waiting for more😍

[@bookish394]

joshs face everytime Simon sings is hilarious im sorry.

[@danitzamilojevic1737]

prepare yourselves for the 3rd one. everyone just loses their fucking mind hahahaha

[@Einnaginivir]

Thank you for bringing so much laughter into such a sad and emotional episode for the Wilmon couple 🌺🙏🌺😍 I think during this episode Sarah lost you...Mayday...Mayday...🤭😂 Sore spot for me: I'm very uncomfortable with the Simon / Marcus couple during the Netflix and Chill scene. Apart from the fact that I don't see any chemistry between them, Simon seems so young in this scene and Marcus so adult...This scene makes me feel uncomfortable every time I see it and I can't really figure out why. And finally my favourite little moment in this video (there were so many it's hard for me to choose 1...😍): Alex "you sounds like my mum" made me think so much of myself with my friends that I couldn't not be my number 1 😉😂🥰

[@helenogrady4544]

I was the same in the netflix and chill scene. I think it would've been less uncomfortable if they actually just got it on. I was asking myself if it was just me when I watched the first time, like, was I supposed to think Marcus was sweet by not jumping into sex right away, when really I just felt uncomfortable. Now Simon has to sit there and watch a stupid action movie with a guy he's not that into. So awkward It just highlights that they're not really compatible and don't have much in common

[@Asa...S]

"Simon seems so young in this scene and Marcus so adult..." Fun fact, Omar who plays Simon is actually older than Tommy who plays Marcus, Omar has just turned 24, while Tommy is still 23. The age difference between the actors is just a month though.

[@Einnaginivir]

@@Asa...S Tommy and Omar such good actors made us think they are 18 & 16 😉

[@maxgarete5435]

I think it has to do with Simon being so much smaller and thinner than Marcus. He literally looks like a child next to him. Probably not a coincidence.

[@Asa...S]

@@maxgarete5435 Yes, Tommy being 191 cm (over 6"3), and towering over most of the other character and Omar being quite tiny really make them look like an adult and a child, even if Tommy has a bit of a baby face too. Them being a bit mismatched is definitely on purpose. Marcus having his own apartment at his parents farm, also adds to the impression of him being much older. Another fun fact, TV-series "Beck" Tommy played a character named... Vilhelm.

[@catherinepuma2815]

I would love to see a Swedish & English speaker do an analysis of this series. I'm sure there are some things that are getting lost in translation. I've noticed some minor differences between your subtitles and mine, so there are even different subtitle versions between US and UK Netflix streams.

[@CarolineSilva-ss5zn]

we need these videos faster!!!!

[@foreveryrain]

And prepare yourself for E3, that'll be a feeling's rollercoaster

[@bobtuckey2409]

Great review of the second episode boys! Thanks for making me laugh.❤

[@maryellenwolfe7892]

Can I just say again that I love you guys?

[@wordstowordlessthings]

I think it's right not to trust what the Queen is saying... the stuff she said at the end of last season about the attention he and Simon would get being intolerable for the rest of their lives, it not being worth it, etc. didn't seem limited to the video, and she's now also saying that Erik, who was over 18, stayed private about his relationships... at the very least she prefers secrecy as a baseline.

[@Timeandthehour61]

Yay! Here you are!!

[@camhusmj38]

I advise you to watch on English CC subtitles - it translates singing in Swedish to English

[@Shoshin6]

If... Marcus had agreed to having s-x though, I'm 100% sure Simon would've been thinking about Wille, right? So how would rebound s-x be any good?! I don't like the Marcus/Simon vibe, but at least it was good on Marcus, I guess, that he said no. Simon would've become a "worse" character, don't you think, if he'd actually had s-x with Marcus (while thinking about Wille)? Oh, and, thank you for making me smile soooooo much, and early in the morning even ;) Can't wait for Ep 3 and the rest!!!!

[@nanaessahuffman2582]

I love you guys so much😍😍, so funny

[@Frances86]

I love all your comments to each scene, cause it’s so well explained from your POV. And it can get very deep and makes me contemplate a lot…BUT…. I’m having such a fun time cracking up to your jokes in between. Like, they don’t get enough credit. I love it when it’s simply „a comedy worth telling“ 😂😂😂 🫶🏽

[@EmixoxoEmi]

Put the english closed captioning on and it will translate the song for you!

[@CarolineSilva-ss5zn]

just imagining how much you guys are gonna laughter at wilhelm in ep4 xksjsksk

[@aichohvee]

Why?

[@CarolineSilva-ss5zn]

@@aichohvee the wig and the clothes

[@aichohvee]

HAHA right, I kind of love those outfits tho (not the wigs lol).

[@irinavalerieva]

Choose the other option for the subtitles (I think it's called closed captions) to see the lyrics of the song Simon is writing.

[@ignxtev]

great as aways, can`t wait for the next one!💖

[@lisecore]

There will be quite a few more "oh no" 's before there are any "oh yes" 's.

[@daicaj3715]

sara has asperger’s & isn’t really aware of how she says things can affect others

[@patiencekillz]

*autism :) dr. asperger has been found to have nazi ties so obviously we would like to not be associated with that name anymore

[@MrMars5893]

Love it guys! Literally my exact reactions. :)

[@littlebaek10]

22:59 that was literally me when I watched that scene 😰

[@ilymty]

Love you guys! You've made my day! 🤣🤣

[@GirlLovesFairytale]

Yes! The queen should have been a mom from the start! 'thats not a tingle thats a warning sign' 😂😂 Goodluck with the rest 😂😂

[@lynnhettrick7588]

8:15 I'm pretty sure it's required to call him that.

[@lindenjoy]

Completely off topic, but I like your green sweater 💚

[@lynnhettrick7588]

26:09 this scene is my least favorite. I guess the sole purpose is so that they run past Marcus and Wille can ask if Simon knows him. And so that Simon can be "blamed" later on.

[@madsunrises]

If you put on the right English captions, you'd get the song lyrics! They're very important!!

[@ThatsMyUsborneBook]

Love you guys

[@WhatsPalakDoing]

The intro LOL

[@olive7043]

WILHELM GET BEHIND ME

[@dianawatt1657]

Loved it. This episode had a few WTF moments

[@67Second]

I love Josh's OCD.

[@candazec.7049]

You guys crack me up.

[@kellykapoor2]

you both are so funny lmao