Cy Swan: Meat, Hang Gliding, Fathers

[@BenCotten]

Hearing Cy fight back his tears talking about his Pop in WWI was a powerful moment.

[@totherarf]

Many if not most of the old timers have a history that is worth telling! At 58 I had a granddad who fought in TWO world wars (He got sunk twice on minesweepers) my other gran had two brothers who were the victims of mustard gas (now that IS an unpleasant substance) and my ex-mother in law worked in a munitions factory in Wales where she was caught in an explosion that caused extensive injuries! I do not think I am unusual in this!

[@jamesogorman3287]

Agreed. These stories are stories of real life and real tragedies, not the saccharine life some would prefer that we all lead. Life cannot be all peaches and cream, that is not reality.

[@tragikk03]

@@totherarf same here. Both my grandads serve in WW2, my maternal grandma was a nurse in WW2, my paternal great grandad enlisted and went to fight WW1 at 15 years old.. My generation can't even begin to imagine how easy we have it

[@Hellyea4Trump]

Cy swan is a national treasure that's for sure.

[@hthoutbewerking1572]

It kind of pained me when the podcast ended. I could listen to this treasure of a man for hours. Such wisdom and modesty. Please do more podcasts with Cy. The chemistry and friendship between you is really apparent.

[@TokyoCraftsman]

HT houtbewerking This.

[@jphickory522]

Agreed

[@rickburns8492]

I'm glad you guys found time to have Cy back on the show, could sit and listen to him all day.

[@ark9959]

Every night Chuck Norris looks under his bed if Cy Swan is there

[@thegrimreaper819]

Chuck Norris who? Seriously.

[@danielrichardson3613]

*to make sure

[@spokebloke1]

I have had the honour and blessing of having two families become one. We have 3 bio kids, and for the past 10 years we have also had 4 foster kids (siblings). My 2 bio sons were never really into playing with all things mechanical, but our youngest foster son is a car nut. He has high-functioning autism, and is very smart. He has always struggled with both fine and gross motor skills, but he and I have spent about 6 hours so far preparing to pull an engine and gearbox out of a Mk4 Golf. It is the first time he has had anyone show him how to properly use hand tools, and he has loved it. He hates getting dirty, but you can see him putting up with the grime of that old engine because he wants to get it out himself. He's banging knuckles, jamming fingers and whacking his head, but he's loving every second of it. These stories from Cy remind me that it's the little things that matter, time spent with our kids (or other people's kids) training them, listening to them, and encouraging them . Kid's don't care if dad is a neurosurgeon or the garbage guy - what they want is your time, your ear, and your wisdom. And if they get these, they are likely to excel in whatever they put their hand to, and build a better world.

[@spongebob91-g2o]

You Sir sound like a honest straight shooting man, you have my respect.

[@pro353]

This man is a national treasure

[@kareem8533]

No, he is an international treasure.

[@jacobpoucher]

well said.

[@kareem8533]

@@jacobpoucher FYI a 107 old woman could still do pull-ups last year. Unfortunately she passed away September 2019. She, as me are from Finland. Today, after 50 years in Sweden, I am ashemed.

[@gabewhisen3446]

Absolutely

[@Midwestboltandblade]

Cy swan is a treasure and a legend. You are lucky to call him friend.

[@Trapper3000]

Cy Swan doesn’t do push ups. He pushes the Earth down.

[@marcusburns4377]

He is the Real Chuck Norris.

[@robertblackman3451]

So I read down through the comments and liked a bunch of them, but I couldn't resist chiming in. My wife and I are raising three young men and this interview with cy gave me a lot of encouragement. I know we are doing the right thing and are on track. Thank you for sharing all of this with the world. What you're doing is powerful.

[@inyaface07]

I'm right there with you, Robert. It was the most powerful thing Cy talked about in my opinion.

[@robertriedel5784]

Love these old stories from our fathers and grandfathers...these guys are the real deal. If people today had to work and struggle the way they did most of our population would die off. I'd like to see a sitdown conversation like this every month or so. Keep up the great channel!

[@Schnot]

I could listen to you guys talk 8hrs a day. Cy is truly a national treasure.

[@MrDrewbies]

You guys have no idea how great these chats are. This one just made my crappy work day feel a hell of a lot shorter.

[@dannywilsher4165]

My Dad had five acres when I was in grade school. He had two milk cow, 5 calves, 8 or 10 pigs, 30 or 40 chickens, a dozen or so turkeys, and a donkey. Always had a huge garden. I learned early in life what it meant to raise your own food and survive with what you have. Love watching you guys, Cy is awesome!!! You guys are my kind of people! ! ! !! !! !!

[@danozdirect3749]

What a truly humble man Amazing interview guys Much respect from Australia

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Pure joy watching three generations of MEN talking and telling stories. Thanks. Cheers from Tokyo.

[@jondo9919]

I could listen to and watch this man, Cy all day every day. Loved his stories about his youth and why he never started smoking cigarettes.

[@chobbybeeseburger]

I'm 19, if I grow up to be a third of the man Cy is I'll be happy.

[@IndigenousNudity]

Bernique ill be happy for you too. Lets start with a mans name. Bernard is satisfactory. Youre welcome, enjoy

[@joecliffordson]

At 19 your grown. Best get on with it. Look forward to hearing your story sometime before my soul is recycled.

[@Evan-rj9xy]

It's really humbling to get to listen to Cy. We don't realize just how privileged we are in most of the modern world.

[@eliee1]

As a new father and having grown up without a father.... I appreciate and respect the outlook you gentlemen have. You guys help inspire me to be the truly best father(and to be frank, a man) I can be and to help make sure my son will be a strong and confident individual with great capability. Thanks for all that you guys share and do.

[@jimgraham3634]

Listening to Cy is a real treat! I love getting my dad to tell old stories about his early days now that he's 92. Cy has done so much which reminds me of my Grandfather. who died when I was pretty young. Thanks guy for all the work you do. As you say "Keep up the good work"!

[@BinShakir337]

Love you guys and lots of respect and love to Cy and his craftsmanship, skills and commitment learn a lot from him and whenever I see his vids I pray for his well-being. Keep up the good work Lots of love from Palestine 🇵🇸

[@mikes1345]

My 88 year old dad still amazes me by his knowledge and understanding. Cy was taught the same values by his dad. They are the examples for the rest of us to try to match. As the song says, if i could be half the man my dad was. I always enjoy visits with old guys like Cy. They can still teach.

[@kengamble8595]

Thanks Scott and Nate for the visit with Cy, very much enjoyed it ! I have this feeling that, although never meeting him, I've known him for a lifetime. I guess my empathy would be directed to the people who did not have parents like his AND mine! Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍 👍 👍

[@jacobpoucher]

MORE CY AND THAT'S A ORDER !!

[@johnrosier1686]

Absolutely, hopefully more of these to come.

[@jacobpoucher]

you can tell nates gotta little soy boy in him by the look on his face about the rabbits.

[@MrMusix101]

Such a powerful and intelligent gentleman! It's a absolute blessing hearing you three have a morning digging thru powerful personal stories of time that was before me. I thank you for the tugs on my own heart strings talking about his parents and letting me reflect on those who raised me. Please keep up the amazing content!

[@Dfrantz87]

So blessed to be part of this group of people... thank you for sharing all of these moments with us!

[@waynemiracle8928]

I love all your videos. I learn so much from them, but I will have to say this is over the top. I love all the ones with Mr. Cy in them, but this is my favorite. He holds to the same values I do. He reminds me so much of my Grandfather who would have been about 20 years older than Cy. Our world would be a much better place with more Cy’s in them! Keep up the tremendous work you are doing!

[@James.......]

I'm so happy for a Cy update - he's an amazing man!

[@kevinhealy4502]

when superman goes to bed he wears cy swan pyjamas...

[@lencost1]

Cy Swan is a man that other men are measured against.

[@monsterq6]

I grew up in southern california. I am so thankful to the legacy of these gentleman for building the state I live in. Very thankful for their hard work.

[@aaronnelsonmusic5971]

I always enjoy your talks with Cy. His generation is a treasure to our nation.

[@justinw947]

Reminds me of my grandpa Don, I could listen to his stories forever. Grandpa was in Tennessee during the depression and stuff before he came to Ohio but he had a lot of great stories...true or not I don't know but when Don and Leroy got together I had a great time👍

[@swflKVNC]

Nate you are so fortunate to be able to listen to the history and ask questions of these remarkable men. Thank you for the Podcast.

[@salv434]

An Absolute masterpiece. Such a privilege and honor to have the chance to listen to this man talk. Just to hear him speak is priceless. I compare it to a Sam Maloof interview.

[@btbinnovationsllc6815]

Love your content, and love the perpetual wisdom from Cy. You are blessed to have him in your life, and thank you for sharing some of him with us.

[@davidconaway2830]

What a wonderful way to start my New Year! A thousand thank you's to Cy for allowing you two the opportunity to coax out some of his life events and experiences for all of us to enjoy. My grandfather ate meat and some vegetable every meal of his life and nearly made it to 102 years of age. I hope Cy lives another 50 years so you guys can document all of his triumphs and escapades.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi Scott,Nate, Cy, happy new year to you all ,and your family's, I've listened to Cy here whith bated breath as to what wisdom he will share whith us next. I'm 71 but still take the time to listen to people like Cy, if you show interest, and give senior people the time , we can all learn from them, thank you for the time Cy, I never knew a grandfather, but I would have liked one like you sir. Best wishes to you all for 2020 . Stuart uk.

[@KevboBaggins]

Cy is a living legend, and Scott and Nate are able to pull those hidden nuggets of experience out of him with expert deftness.

[@beachboardfan9544]

Holy hell could you guys convince him to do a YT channel for his 34 ford restoration!?

[@scott555]

I'd pay real 'Murican money to watch that.

[@richardporter1455]

Thank you for this. I can sit and listen to the old timers talk about any and everything. Reminds me of when my dad and his buddies would get together.

[@Danielgonzalez-kr4lm]

such a humble man. glad we can share some of his stories

[@stan3198]

What a fantastic video. I'm 73 and enjoyed every second of it !!!

[@mikemarthaller8789]

Powerful reflections I was born in 41 so a lot of this touches so deep. The WW ONE stories, I've seen a lot of violence but dieing in the mud I Started Hang Gliding in 81 Cy was a real pioneer Reflections on parents. YES We are a product of our youth Can we change. Yes but tough Thanks for honest reflections and discussion

[@Hazmatt4700]

The story about Cy's dad really struck home for me. My dad wasn't a soldier but was born to German refugees in Danzig in 42. To the day he died he wouldn't talk about a lot of things he remembered during and after the war. When I was old enough to deal with any killing that had to happen it was like a weight came off him.

[@404BOOMER]

I always make it a point to watch the videos that have Cy in them. I'm 70 so I can relate to his stories. Thank you for having Cy as a guest.

[@imout671]

Love hearing his dad gave him tools when he was 6. I've done that for my son and little cousins for years every birthday and Christmas. I hate seeing them get plastic junk toys destined for the landfill so i always buy them toolboxes, wrenches, saws etc.

[@clydedecker765]

Cy Swan is a man whose model was of the age. My grandparents and parents followed the same molds. My grandfather was a twin to him and a blacksmith married to a teacher... My respects to Cy.

[@dietsausage1]

love the channel and I love hearing from great americans like cy. makes me wish I had asked my grandfather more questions when he was alive....

[@brandonhoda]

What a treasure! I could listen to Cy all day!

[@unclefester9113]

Is there anything Cy can't do. I have total admiration for him. He's much like my Grandfather in Norther Maine. My grandfather was a International Harvester tractor repairman. Great to watch him work. Cy is amazing. Wish I had a friend like Cy. I love the Essential Craftsman show. For Christmas my wife bought me a blue Essential "T-Shirt". Favorite shirt I have. Love a man that isn't afraid to shed a tear or two. Respect. Honor. Envy.

[@stevevincent3711]

What a great video. So many insights, stories and life lessons. I really appreciate getting to know Cy a little better. I have so much respect for this man his life his family and the things he's been able to do, to say nothing of his accomplishment as a craftsman. We need more insights about the man, and people we follow. Cy is a great man way down deep as well as every day!

[@Comiefornia]

Always good to see Cy!! Love my knife he made for me.

[@BruceS42]

Same here. He does beautiful work. We had a friend over, and I showed him the knife, not expecting him to know who Cy was, but it turned out he did know, and was very excited to be holding a piece of Cy's work.

[@bryanstokes434]

Men like Cy Swan are rare and should be national treasures they demonstrate the best of human nature and most importantly share their experiences to educate and pass on their life knowledge long may he live.

[@jackpatriquin6636]

Just a great video with Cy. Very good to see and hear him again. If I understood correctly I have missed some videos with him on your other channel. I will go and look for them. THANKS for what you do.

[@schwinn434]

I think this was a fascinating conversation with Cy; especially, being able to watch a video of a young Cy hang-gliding (really drives the point home, no matter how young and healthy we feel today, if we live long enough we will eventually slow down, through the natural aging process). Cy's generation is one of the first we can actually watch through video. I think it would be fascinating to hear the actual voices of my ancestors, who might have lived some 500 years ago, as well as to see them in action as young men and women. I used to encourage my older friends to set down in front of a camera and tell their lives stories - for, maybe countless generations of their descendants to come.

[@SpeedRobertson]

I listened to it via podcast while working on the red barn but I had to watch it. I think it would be great to keep having him on and telling stories because soon men with true grit like he has will be gone which saddens me

[@hexinli]

What a joy to watch! Thank you so much for sharing this gem with the world.

[@royreynolds108]

Cy is very eye opening; brain opening. My parents married in 1940, went through WWII, and had me in 1946. They always told me I could do or be anything I wanted if I worked at it. They also supported me in what I did. Dad went very few places without me or Mom and me. If he saw a saw mill he would stop and we went through it. We went through a place in Ft. Smith, AK that was making glass lamp shades because Dad was interested. I tried to raise my two sons the same way but I fear I failed at it.

[@garygilbert1440]

I love that you and Nate had Cy on again. It's almost like listening to my father talking about his past and about how his father grew up. I taped some of those old conversations with dad. Cy is such an interesting guy. Thanks.

[@johnsilva1000]

well done , good prespective table conversation where I was feeling that I was part of it on full screen . keep up with a good work. thank you

[@danielohanlon3942]

Happy New Year to you all and greetings from England, your video's are a pleasure to watch, Cy is old school a true gentleman the like of which they don't make anymore unfortunately. Scott thank you for enriching my life with these very interesting and informative videos I look forward to each one, keep up the good work, God bless you all

[@kiwdwks]

They don't make em like Cy anymore. He is awesome! Thanks for sharing him...

[@AntManBee19]

Great video. Gives perspective on how things were not that long ago and how “easy” it would be for all of us to be back in that world. I’m 68 and though I have not had the experiences that Cy had I do think we are not aware of how we live such a fortunate life in this country

[@isaacmillard9592]

“You can do anything, be responsible, leave the world a better place.” We’ll done Cy.

[@beancounter6051]

It is an absolute privilege for me to have access to your channel; especially when Cy is aboard. May God bless you all and the content you generate.

[@skid7519]

Just here to say thanks for another look at a real American icon. So many things can be said, but I think I'll just say thanks. Keep up the good work.

[@ThePreacherProclaims]

"Every two year old thinks they're always right, and the hope is that gradually we get past that and we don't have to believe everything we think." -EC (36:00)

[@scruffy6151]

Nice to see and hear from Cy again. I grew up on a farm and butching meat for the table was noma andl I never gave it a second thought and still a meat eater. Thank you for the video.

[@geordiepoole4420]

Wow, sitting here in rainy Scotland I never thought I’d have something in common with Cy. For the last 16 years I’ve worked with kids taken into care but do hanker for the chance to build my own home. I only need to overcome a lack of ability, know how and finances 😀 In the meantime I’ll do it vicariously through you guys so keep up the good work 👍

[@mattberg6785]

So much knowledge at this table. Scott, your son is a lucky man. God bless, happy new year

[@jeremydoblinger3609]

Alot of knowledge will be lost with this man!! Great stories here!

[@oddtools2812]

If only more people appreciated the wisdom of his generation. Think of how many stories go untold. If we all took the time to stop and listen. And the moment of happiness when you are doing something and see the look of joy and reminiscence on the face of someone who spent their life doing what you are attempting and they perhaps recognize something in you.

[@rrmerlin3402]

My father talks about his father who fought in the trenches of France the same as Cy. and then also raised small children during the great depression.

[@bobkmac]

20:35 Nick, that Joe Rogan quote (if I'm not mistaken) was actually a Fred Bear quote. Update: found the quote: “I have always tempered my killing with respect for the game pursued. I see the animal not only as a target, but as a living creature with more freedom than I will ever have. I take that life if I can, with regret as well as joy, and with the sure knowledge that nature's way of fang and claw and starvation are a far crueler fate than I bestow.” - Fred Bear

[@matteberry58]

Cy is a legend among men. He's lived more real life than an average group of of 100 men. God bless him.

[@jefff6167]

Very pleasurable video. Thanks for sharing your time with Mr Swan.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Thanks for letting me sit at that table. I had a great time.

[@ry6346]

Purchased a knife from Cy. Pleasure to deal with and the knife is beautiful. I will cherish it forever. Keep it up love this content

[@casycasy5199]

that was the fastest 43 mins on youtub.i could listen to cy all day long.do more of this

[@sethbracken]

“Saturday’s with Cy” I’m telling you....

[@lowellsewell3192]

Cy is great he reminds me of my Father strong and full of knowledge.

[@bevaroni27]

I often tell my scouts when they forget to bring salt and pepper on a campout, “Hunger is the best seasoning.”

[@turtleairships]

I flew a Rogallo wing in that very same year, a few times. so pleasurable to see and listen to Cy describe "losing air". Great Christmas and New Years videos out from EC. Blessings to all! Darrell

[@tonydanzl]

"My stomach will not dominate me..." As he munches away through the entire video. 😉😆🤠

[@maxsnts]

LOL well he qualified that with "... at this moment" so its ok 😁

[@LPRNChannel]

Best peanuts by far are those Kirkland nuts.

[@danieldowning4583]

Love ya Cy. We need more men like him these day. More Cy. All Cy. Please pass your knowledge on. Don't let the old skills die.

[@Jim1457a]

That was a great interview. Thanks for sharing some stories Cy!

[@mikemiller4838]

I could watch cy swan all day.dont care the topic. Anything is good for me. Thank you all

[@brentpaulus4195]

I'd love to wirite a book about Sy's LIFE. Truly an AMERICAN ICON!!

[@jimbodacious]

This was fantastic. Such an improv conversation is a lot like what Sir Laurens Van der Post used to do. He was a guest for a WEEK of free "chats" at the Boulder Theater in 1996, at the age of 92 or so. In the spirit of that, I have a couple of questions for Cy and Scott (because you MUST do this again):

[@markmclaud7518]

Great talk with a great man... He and you all are treasures thank you!

[@isaacmillard9592]

Great session gentleman. I envy y’all getting to set there and talk to Cy.

[@politic17]

If you're a young person and want wisdom, then get used to setting and listening to the people who have lived way before you did and learnt so many things in life. If you want me to pick which one do I prefer?!..., I'd always go for setting with much more developed brains than mine...,every single time We want more of this..., please

[@dunemaster93]

I love this old school conversation 👍🏻

[@candace3676]

Wonderful new year gift! Love Cy, as most do. He and his wife, you and Kelly are blessed with vigorous health.

[@f250Di]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Cy is truly unique. Keep the interviews coming. Happy new year and god bless.

[@jjppres]

Happy Holidays and thank you for a great video. Cye is definately a one of a kind and one of the last of a dying breed. A had a grandfather whom I miss very much that was a lot like him. I really enjoy when a video you guys do includes him.

[@brianpriest3638]

I’m glad you posted this! I thought for sure I had subscribed to EC2, but I hadn’t. Got it done now! I need this content in my life!

[@trunkshvac3339]

An observation I've had about the older generation is that they never thought about how what they do might seem momentous or extraordinary to a younger demographic. Perhaps my generation(in my 30s) will experience the same thing as we age, but I doubt it. Times offered more opportunity for greater levety to decisions. As young as I am, i could be wrong, just seems this way to me. I appreciate the videos and the people in them. Thanks again gentlemen.

[@BNSFGP38]

I grew a mean beard listening to this podcast. Seriously though. Thank God there a men like you 3 left in this world.