I Invited 50 Strangers to My Christmas Dinner

[@lolpacoo8857]

He's like Mr. Beast, but instead of just giving people money and things of monetary value, he gives people happiness and memories they will never forget.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Damn that means the world thank you ❤️

[@Vuxiny]

@@DiscoverConnection i love your videos man i hope you keep growing forever

[@DiscoverConnection]

@@Vuxiny Much Love ❤️

[@reaganati3986]

amazing truth

[@kyleflan3543]

they are yes theory

[@Thekingkhari]

The fact that “Mom” from the last video helped you get that interview made me so happy!

[@Cadzillion]

Is she...from the episode where they knocked on strangers' doors and cooked for them?!

[@babydianaF]

Danielle Cadz yeah

[@justice109]

She's a savage much love for her

[@tiktoktomeme1274]

@@Cadzillion yes

[@melissarodriguez1296]

Same! Loved it

[@AmieW]

dear youtube please recommend this to everyone

[@balasaheb2818]

@@Lascuña_Kerr youtube only supports spending money on cars ,hotel and flahy stuffs

[@tailorednest4829]

This was recommended to me so wish granted 😁

[@damaribrackett1159]

I guarantee someone met there wife or husband here at this event

[@williams00]

I wish youtube would recommend me more of this sort of content

[@shauna3742]

This was recommended to me now 2024

[@KingOfEssex]

im a 61 year old man had christmas for the last 3 years on my own, I cried at the end watching people having a great time swapping presents and getting together as one, I went to bed and drempt I was in the video in my sleep and prentending I was there having a great time, what you did with your team of FREE HELPERS was BRILLIANT. Happy beleated christmas to you all 2023/ and for all of you that might be on your own this year 2024 I really do hope that you wont be and something will turn out for the best for you all..

[@doit7798]

God Bless you❤

[@vittalvandavasu16]

God bless you Sir where do you stay? We can make the next xmas a blast for you 🎉❤😊

[@nicholasramlochan9854]

@@vittalvandavasu16am willing to back this

[@DiyaKuberan]

May god bless u ❤ and I wish the same

[@jumbojumbo6866]

ngl im still scared if i would be alone at that age because i just dont know whats out there once im 60 or yet still about to reach adult hood soon

[@reyzrg6301]

Don't forget about the chefs that cooks the dinner, props to them

[@TheGameHub]

always under appreciated.

[@843Landbased]

@@TheGameHub I cook and it’s tiring the arm movement u never get use to the pain of standing up for so long

[@hudkig5785]

@@843Landbased i respect you

[@843Landbased]

@@hudkig5785 I respect u more for respecting a stranger

[@Solusedits]

@@843Landbased I respect you more for respecting respecting a stranger

[@devilfish3034]

I love the guy who returned the plates to the kitchen. His mom taught him well.

[@lynnecarnivale5085]

Great comment. I agree with you. Your name should be Jesusfish! 😊 God bless you! Peace, Lynne 🍃💜🍃

[@PejrisYRK]

Yes he was so humble and good 😌 I need more friends like this in reality ☺️

[@PejrisYRK]

@@devilfish3034 do you think I'm fake people?

[@PejrisYRK]

@@devilfish3034 ohh! I hope you enjoyed staying in Asia ☺️. Have you visited Bhutan ?

[@lightshawdowss4394]

@@devilfish3034 wow I see a friendship blooming

[@Evantures]

“I was probably going to have McDonalds if it weren’t for you “ amazing job bro 👏🏻

[@DiscoverConnection]

That one hit me, it was crazy to see all the different reasons that people were alone for the holidays!

[@intheoc80]

this was the clincher for me too. I'm glad this was reco'd to me this 2021, even if I'm literally late to the party.

[@xxball3r5xx]

Dude I coulda sworn he said “pecans” for some reason 🤣 I was so confused

[@DefectivePieceofChalk]

Eh, I had frozen pizza last xmas. It's not the end of the world. I don't think I ever celebrated it.

[@Evantures]

@@DefectivePieceofChalk we did what we could eh brother. I was in the arctic and had a friendsmas taco night

[@bettyjean2793]

You can see it in everybody's eyes how much this meant to them. From the beginning it looked like a big family dinner and fun.

[@play4win662]

Someday those strangers will have kids and maybe tell them about this christmas and he will never be forgotten. Nice.

[@lumpiawrapperlangtoh]

Yes it will happen. 😊

[@paulvizcarra3265]

That's what I'm thinking. Imagine someone meeting their significant other there

[@Rygoat]

This will have ripples for a long long time to come, which is just another thing that makes it so special.

[@no-one7672]

they'll tell their children their best santa claus story

[@mr.hedgehog2128]

This guy is like Mr. Beast but with a budget. He's so nice and makes everyone's day.

[@theunderdog9353]

That's actually a crazy good description haha

[@pptheastrologer6870]

Lmaoo perfect

[@ShoeibShargo]

He's better than that Richman's robinhood

[@DrunkinDonuts97]

If you havent heard of them, YesTheory is a channel that does similiar things. I love channels like this, they are amazing.

[@theunderdog9353]

@@DrunkinDonuts97 Thongs 😂

[@yourbuddykevin]

imagine you meet your significant other because of the event.

[@lorenzzolorenzzo1619]

"How I met your mother"shit right there.

[@Aldaiir]

This is the first thing I thought.

[@mattgaming8717]

Someone had to of met. I mean. Had to of!!!!! In fact..one day theyll read this. Who are you!?!?.lol

[@chipandchap100]

that would be the best present ever

[@Chumpy_1]

@@lorenzzolorenzzo1619 lmao 😂 instead of meeting at barneys wedding they actually met at some strangers Christmas party the found from a sketchy post on reddit.

[@Slavaway258]

I am 47 years old and this was the first Christmas I was ALONE on Christmas Day. We need more people like this in the world today. I was driving for Uber on Christmas Day. At one point I literally pulled over and sat in my car and started tearing up. I never felt loneliness like that ever in my life.

[@oolivegreen]

My friend I am sorry that you feel that way may I ask? Where are you from or where do you live?

[@Slavaway258]

@@oolivegreenArizona

[@pussicafox7646]

I genuinely felt that, sorry that u had to went through this.What about the communities out there in the US, i mean there are a lot of it aren't they ?.Ps: Im not from the USA

[@asingleclap3452]

@@pussicafox7646We’re all pretty isolated, in it for ourselves. That’s really what it means to be American these days lol. Community is a thing of the past, it often feels like.

[@pussicafox7646]

@@asingleclap3452 That is really sad to hear. What a pity, i always had that american dream life on mind going, but day by day it dissipates tbh hate this feeling.Idk what to dream of anymore

[@robotempire]

Brad, your mom, dad and I couldn’t be more proud of you. We love you kiddo

[@anastaciavictoria1444]

Good job! Ma and pops! Your son has an amazing heart/soul! He truly is a blessing to this world! YES! ❤✌👊🙏😝

[@bhlcoolkills1149]

Aww

[@Gandorhar]

@@anastaciavictoria1444 "Mom Dad and I" so that probably a sibling not parent ;)

[@anastaciavictoria1444]

@@Gandorhar Thanks my friend! but I was still thanking them🙏! I noticed, and also knew they can relate the message! ✌☝️❤💋🧘‍♀️

[@sylwektilleman6661]

@@anastaciavictoria1444 yes we love you

[@bethparys7224]

The guy who went out of his way to donate you $100 was probably, too, alone on Christmas once and was so happy to see you doing something like this.

[@killerkraken3674]

the fact that she really got you the interview is the greatest and most GOATED thing ever wow

[@itsleetv935]

She’s the best. And the fact that they just meet not too long ago😂

[@ruttokiplagat9548]

For Real!

[@s.vampireloves]

Honestly ever since watching that first video with the lady, this all feels like it was meant to be, whether or not these people knew beforehand. Something big is coming

[@stanktoes9719]

If you guys ever do something like this again I think it would be super awesome to have all the cooks come out and eat with everyone if they’d like to

[@rhitaakhardid5792]

It is Christmas Eve and the cooks donated their time to a beautiful cause. They most likely have people waiting at home for them.

[@OU812-j7v]

I would like to come also!

[@MrTrollo2]

@@rhitaakhardid5792 they meant invite, not force

[@abdullahalsabbagh1815]

I’m sure they were welcome to join, they likely had other plans/family to be with

[@toshka3514]

NO WAY, YOU GOT THE INTERVIEW FROM A PREVIOUS STRANGER THAT IS INSANE

[@layschips6847]

As my mom says, if you give to others or help others God will never leave you with empty hands, sorry if you don't believe in Jesus but I only wanted to let you know 😊

[@toshka3514]

@@layschips6847 Or you can call it networking, but yeah, life is good when you act on it.

[@layschips6847]

@@toshka3514 yessir

[@Strawberree]

@Lays Chips Lol I don't believe in Jesus, but she must be a pretty nice person :)

[@gumpoppers]

what goes around comes around

[@amaanmp4]

This guy deserves a standing ovation from a million people.

[@jackielynne76exaxtly86]

Billions of people ❣️❣️❣️🤗

[@MGlyfe]

Agreed.

[@damaribrackett1159]

Completely agree I just hope when he gets to that point he wont change I've actually seen that happen to many youtubers not saying he will change but yeah

[@rogergonzalez513]

Being someone who spends a lot of holidays alone as a 21 year old because my parents have died… this makes me cry with joy!! Y’all are amazing

[@xxxjoyner4881]

Sorry to my hear my bro much love I’ll be with ya Christmas in spirit

[@esmev9984]

Much love bro ❤

[@retiredjester]

Even though it's posted 7 months ago, I feel sorry for your loss 😔 May the Lord bless your parents and our souls 🙏

[@ucantseeme7477]

May you always be happy my friend.... You will have a happy loving family of your own soon

[@rogergonzalez513]

@@ucantseeme7477 thank you I strive everyday to just ensure they are happy with the man I am trying to be

[@EKEastlake]

It sound awful but I’m surprised by how many younger people there are alone at Christmas as well as the older generation, what a beautiful thing you guys have done 💕

[@dunkyourdonuts2282]

I mean if you've moved overseas to work and arent particularly extrovert and social, it's easier to be alone than you think. I'm alone for christmas every year unless I actively seek out some kind of activity, since my parents live overseas.

[@The_Lightless]

⁠​⁠@@dunkyourdonuts2282exactly. It’s very easy to be alone as a young teen if you don’t live with your family lol.

[@brentpoikey1154]

Last year I moved out out to a big city for a new job and couldn't come home to visit until well into January. I worked all day Christmas, where we had a pot-luck for lunch, which was awesome. But I got out that night and was driving home looking for somewhere to just grab some food and saw an Indian Restaurant PACKED with cars. So I went in and got some Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan at the bar, and met a ton of new friends old and young just there at a place open on Christmas Night. It was amazing sharing some drinks and great food and sharing stories about why we were away from everyone that year. I called my family that night and they were SO happy to hear I made something special and new out of the night even though I couldn't be home. There is nothing like being with family and friends for the Holidays, but there is also something uniquely special about making an amazing night out of something that could just be at your apartment alone, and it takes a community and a bit of courage to go out and do that. I'll never forget that Christmas.

[@Jesus-The-Everlasting-Father]

I have a big family but i love celebrating my Christmas alone.

[@stmordi]

Yeah. It's real sad. But I'm happy there are people that want to help. I think we're going in the right direction ❤

[@southerndrifter4690]

Im going to make an oath, right here right now. When im older i am going to do this, and probably every year. People who are homeless, or have nowhere to go during Christmas deserve a place to go and have something to look foward to. I hope i can get rich enough to host an event every year like this, no matter where in the world i am

[@southerndrifter4690]

@@ling-er yea

[@southerndrifter4690]

@@ling-er i always strive to help people, and if its for a good cause, id give all the money i can to that cause

[@southerndrifter4690]

@@ling-er same to you ✊✊

[@remesh1226]

Awesome mate!

[@southerndrifter4690]

@@remesh1226 thank you bro. And it will probably be in la for the first one, but anyone is invited

[@SAMString]

The dislikes are from people tearing up and having a blurry vision so they clicked the dislike button thinking its a like

[@JS-uj2yi]

I'm here a year later and crying this Chanel is amazing

[@Zainab-cp4sf]

@@JS-uj2yi me too. It's underrated channel. This man doing an amazing job

[@lolsos3441]

@@JS-uj2yi Same brotha

[@blessingbutler]

Exactly! I am bawling

[@justayoutuber1906]

When I was younger, my parents often had a friend or coworker over at Christmas who was single or living away from their family. Only later when I was single and living away and someone invited me over for Xmas, did I realize how nice it was.

[@rasch760]

This guy is an angel. I teared up watching this. I have an estranged son who won't talk or even tell me why he hates me. I'm preparing for my 4th Christmas alone. I no longer set up a tree or decorations. I'm 59, have nobody, and I'm tired. I wish you all a merry Christmas 2022. Take care all, and goodnight. 🎄

[@heartearth]

I pray for you to receive love, peace and joy in this new season, God bless you, you are loved more than you know. :)

[@42ChoIsChilling]

I’m sorry to hear that I hope you find someone to spend time with this Christmas and always look into the little things that make you happy maybe watch a good Christmas movie with a cup of coco or take a walk around the place you live depending on the weather of course but really just do something you like to do and that would give you a smile because Christmas is a time for happiness no matter how big or small it may be. So please let me know what you have done this Christmas when the time comes or any ideas of things you can do

[@mrcoldblood2240]

I hope your Son finds a way to forgive you and can let himself reconnect with you. I Lost my Father this year and i never told him that i loved him and i wish i had more time with him.

[@DrizzleDrizzleNeverDies]

Usually, a child going full no-contact has more to do with how the parent behaved towards them than anything else. Regardless, I hope you can find it in yourself to find a community to spend holidays going with forward, after some introspection; if you realize what pushed him away, you can change those behaviors, and connect more easily with more people. I really, truly hope you find it within yourself to change, grow, and connect. Strangers are only strangers until you get to know them. Much love and peace to you during the upcoming holidays.

[@MakeAsylumsGre4tAgain]

I saw my nephew do this with my sister, and she says the same thing as you… that she doesn’t know why etc Yet he has outright said exactly what is wrong and she refuses to listen or believe him. She brushes him off as if he’s making a big deal of things. She is disrespectful with his choices and tries to control him - and everyone else - which is why she is now alone. All I’m saying to you is, be honest with yourself and go digging. Really look at yourself and find patterns of behaviour. Get really humble, write him a letter and apologise for all your mistakes and that you want to listen and really hear his heart… He would have said why, perhaps you ignored him or brushed off his concern’s because they don’t matter to you? Kids don’t just do drastic things like that for no reason

[@jeannevacca1328]

As I am alone for my second Christmas in a row this year, having lost my parents, and being estranged from my brothers, I think you are wonderful!!

[@pepeya1033]

Feel free to reach out to me, no one should have to spend Christmas alone. It must have been tough going through that, but you're still here. Stay strong!

[@apricity_cafe9633]

I spent my 12th and 13th birthdays alone. It’s not that I hate my parents, nor they hate me. They are really busy nowadays and I understand that. I personally enjoy being alone but I don’t think I could ever spent a day without my parents being there. Props to you and You are loved!

[@Rattlsnke]

I now spent my last Christmas with a bottle of liquor and a carton of cigarettes due to my grandparent’s deaths. They were my mom, my dad, and my best friends. I reached out to my father after they died and he killed himself soon after. I didn’t see himself on Christmas though and my mother has put me through abuse my whole life we have an awful relationship. I have no one else now. My grandparents gave me the happiest last few Christmases I had. I always hated Christmas before that and I hate it once again.

[@pepeya1033]

@@Rattlsnke That must've been really tough and I'm sorry to hear. I hope you can still find the joy in life. If you need someone to talk to feel free to reach out to me. It's never too late to begin new chapters in your life.

[@Rattlsnke]

@@pepeya1033 That means so much. Very few people have compassion left in this world, they don’t take the time to even notice the person next to them. I had to cut out the only only two ‘friends’ who were left in my life along the way because they were a genuine danger to me. I wouldn’t mind having someone to talk to and I will care as much as anyone will let me.

[@ΠαναγιωτηςΠαπας-π7η]

I wanted to write more...but i have some tears.. My dad died in October almost 3 months ago. He was a poor Greek old man 74 years old well know in his region from his profession (he was a fishmonger and selling fish with his track to the area) and his fan character. The last 5 years i live in England (45 years old now), and i was supporting financially my parents however i could. The point is that when my dad died hundreds of people was calling to my mom for condolences and then we discover that my dad was taking his money (50 euros or less..) for shoping and was buying meat and vegies for poor people that he knew in other villages. He never ever said something to anybody. We found out now. I couldn't be in the funeral, didn't say a proper good bye whet. Dad i love you. Panos.

[@duds_ps]

Im sorry for your loss, you dad was a great person :) Its up to us to share the same kidness.

[@AjinkyaKothekar]

your dad was an amazing person!! condolences to u and your family

[@Vadim-jn8ew]

Sry man. Your dad probably enjoys living above the clouds now.

[@kristen6207]

What a wonderful man. He lives in you Panos!

[@AdventureswithLouvelle]

I am very sorry for your loss.

[@lispyy26]

As someone who’s spent 3 years in a row alone during the holiday season you have no idea how much this warms my heart seeing this! Thank you so much for all you do for people

[@leonardodalongisland]

Where do you live?

[@StaxxxCmd]

Same

[@inesfalk9219]

where do you live? Would gladly invite you to christmas dinner!

[@infinitehexington]

@@leonardodalongisland I love how creepy this sounds on the internet, but has good intentions behind it.

[@jamesb9021]

i wished someonething like this happened to me while my dad passes away been away since then but every season hits different its like you lose interest in it or maybe thats just me

[@wissy006]

4 years have passed and this is still one of the best videos I have ever seen. Human kindness has no measure ❣️❣️

[@ExpeditionThemePark]

This was awesome. You should be proud. As someone who moved to Canada not knowing anyone i would of loved to have had something like this to attend. Hopefully it becomes a tradition.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Expedition Theme Park my goal is to create more and more events that bring people together in the future 😊

[@thepoynt]

@@DiscoverConnection A year later - the irony :) Can't wait until people can do things like this together again!

[@fikrifathoni_te6574]

@@thepoynt then the corona attack

[@Emily_Quinn]

@@DiscoverConnection I had gender confirming surgery on 12/20/21 and recovering on Christmas alone, so watching this warmed my heart so much! Love from Fargo, North Dakota! Keep doing great things!

[@milesfann33]

My mom and I did this a few years ago for Thanksgiving when we moved to Seattle and knew no one. We invited about 100 random strangers and we even had old Italian musicians play music for us. It was absolutely magical and people brought food that was out of this world. It was the best Thanksgiving I've ever had to date. Thanksgiving with family is fine and all but giving strangers that chance to celebrate when they don't have family around is the greatest feeling. I was only 12 at the time but it helped me see how amazing people are!

[@joshuaandrepatrelullauri1691]

You made me cry of joy. Thanks

[@vicedream1008]

why did you stopped making these things?

[@linal3489]

Wow..

[@zermanman9891]

I wish things like this were a common occurrence

[@Alex-kj2up]

Bruh it’s mid June and I’m here crying over a Christmas video 😭🖤 this is amazing. Really touching and overall a great gesture. Love to see more of this in the world.

[@kmitch293]

Me too. But it's actually a couple of weeks to Xmas for me. I think I'm going to use this video as inspiration. I'm definitely going to reach out and see who I can help. This was very touching and shows that one person can make a difference.

[@kingclan007]

@@kmitch293 this is what the video is all about, to inspire people. All the best with your plan. For me, here all alone heart broken, knowing that even during the Christmas I will be alone makes mea teary seeing this video.

[@kmitch293]

@@kingclan007 Where are you located?

[@kingclan007]

@@kmitch293 sadly I am in India, new Delhi.

[@kmitch293]

@@kingclan007 We can always schedule a Zoom meeting. 😀

[@urbanfreestylerone]

I just noticed that the smile never left my face throughout the entire video.. This is the best video that I've seen in a while

[@Mekose]

As someone who can barely order a pizza or make a doctor's appointment on the phone it baffles me that you had the courage to contact so many people and make this happen. Stuff like this really dispels that detached and isolated feeling I get when I think about strangers. The world is more beautiful than I think and the people in it can be wholesome. Also, it's absolutely AMAZING that Kerry from the previous video helped get the word out. It goes to show that small acts of kindness and making a connection with a stranger one day can ripple out to help you later. So much good feels.

[@drumboarder1]

It's hard without drugs.. Thankfully I ride a skateboard, it's social but there's very little talking

[@jenniemitchell7731]

I'm an agorophobic introvert. This comment is EVERYTHING. No way I could do that. I schedule all my doctor's appointments online. 🤣💕

[@ifweseekay]

Those cooks are amazing! Each an every one of them. Cooking on special occasions is not easy, there's so much prepping and the meals are more advanced, you're on your feet all day. Now imagine cooking for 40 people and want nothing in return. Wow. Good job guys!

[@SpOrTyJeWeL30]

P

[@hansandika]

yes, God bless those guys and everyone involved volunteering to make this happened

[@malebue9447]

And them leaving their families on the most special day of the year and cooking for random strangers makes it more special ♥️

[@axelo4657]

hit kinda hard when the homie said he was prolly ganna eat mcdonalds . );

[@klyzer5725]

but mcdonald is good thou

[@carlosjamessantos9124]

@@klyzer5725 its not about how good the food tho.

[@axelo4657]

@@klyzer5725 Mcdonalds is good i aint gon lie but its the context that matters homie.

[@hectorrr7312]

@@axelo4657 like the meme said : “I kill millions and they pay me” 😭

[@an6350]

McDonald's is open on christmas? The saddest situation would be working that day :O

[@robynandrews4384]

Thumbs up to the cooks and servers who took time out of their xmas day to help. 👍👏❤️

[@RexORackZ]

I think the true hero’s here are the cooks whom worked so hard to feed those wonderful people. HUGE thanks to them, I hope they got to enjoy time with either their families at home OR everyone else at the party.

[@carolynzaki]

I wanted to see them join the party when the food was served and all the guests helping them clean up after...

[@ChrisLerouxDesign]

Came from Reddit. All I've gotta say is, Yes Theory needs to hire you.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Funny thing is I use to edit for them back in 2018 actually ! 😝

[@ChrisLerouxDesign]

@@DiscoverConnection Yeah I'm watching your first video right now, haha. I do a bit of editing myself so I definitely picked up on that vibe a lot. That's awesome man! We need more people like you in the world. Love from Montreal!

[@thewritinglefty4889]

Ayyyy reddit gang gang!

[@TheTannerPritchard_Runs]

Damn wait he actually used to edit for he’s theory damn I love this guy alot

[@mrbeans2425]

NO WAY SHES BACK! i love this lady! You guys are so amazing! If only more people were like you guys!

[@forxenagaming363]

we can start from ourself tho

[@buddhapiyao1315]

a lot of us are like these guys, just that we havent crossed paths. we all yearn for such moments, such raw emotions and happiness - its just about finding people like us. Just keep your mind open and a smile on your face for anyone. it wont be difficult to find amazing people.

[@savannahm.laurentian1286]

I've never found anything "regular" or "everyday" about Canadians & their authenticity & kind hearts!👏

[@justinmcmanus2772]

I can relate to this so much. I used to go to waffle house on Thanksgiving and Christmas for dinner because it was the only place open. I would tip each worker and cook 10$ because it's all I really could afford to do, but with my family 1000 miles away and me not being able to afford missing work, it was the only option. I'll forever respect waffle house workers.

[@INDRIDCOLD83]

Spent a few Holidays with a few Military buddies at the Waffle House. Like you said, was the only place open. Those workers made our Holiday and we took care of them as they did us.

[@commentforthealgo5383]

damn this is sad.

[@Screech911]

@@commentforthealgo5383 I know right, I’ve never been alone on Christmas and this makes me appreciate being with family and friends. :,(

[@levelupirl4131]

I wanted to comment again to just mention my mad love and respect to the kitchen crew. I know full well just how hard it can be in the kitchen because you're always in the background while people get to enjoy your passion. It's so amazing to see chefs and cooks that are still passionate about their craft. You can tell they're plenty happy just seeing people enjoy their food. They even worked in the holidays for free. Seriously, I wish for nothing but success and good fortune for the kitchen staff and the maker of this video. PS. Bless whomever the dishwasher(s) were.

[@DiscoverConnection]

The kitchen staff were AMAZING! They honestly we're the real MVP's of this event, they cooked and cleaned everything! One of them had his family at home waiting for him, and his wife has a kid on the way. Yet he still decided to donate his time to help put this together :)

[@Subsistence69]

I’ve worked in the industry for 7 years and I can only imagine the joy I would have cooking for all these people. I knew when homeboy was peeking from the kitchen into the dining room that his heart was full. Cooking for an event like this would make me so freaking happy, I’m honestly jealous of the cooks lol I’ve never had an opportunity like this unfortunately

[@icyyluke]

@@Subsistence69 hope you get that chance soon man!

[@riyank5238]

@@DiscoverConnection man.. That's so wholesome.

[@supermom8087]

Im a stay at home mom. I have an 18 yr old autistic son. He has no friends and I find myself in the same place. I wish y’all didn’t live so far away. I would love to have you all as friends! You all are awesome!!

[@aron7111]

Reach out to someone! I'm sure there's a lot of people close to you who wants a friend or two :)

[@rania.f6421]

Are you in America in the east coast ?

[@jackie2tone]

Where are you from?

[@sarahstrong7174]

Time to make contact with other parents in a similar situation.

[@sarahstrong7174]

There are lots of young people on the autistic spectrum who have no friends. I wonder if your son could maybe be helped to find one online, with interests in common?

[@AwokenEntertainment]

so many people would appreciate an annual event like this

[@CalebDavidWilliams]

This guy won Christmas 2019. Hands down. What a gent.

[@JasonJohnson]

@@GerardoAguilar1 yeah, oh yeah of course. But like, if it was, he totally won.

[@vlogswithmongs3889]

Dont mind me. Just a 15 year old crying because I've never seen someone do something like this and I'm motivated to do some changes in this evil world.(but we have some good people like Brad, that we should appreciate❤)

[@Pow3llMorgan]

Cynics will look at this and say "he did it for himself and/or for youtube fame". I look at it and become extremely pleased with my fellow humans.

[@DiscoverConnection]

I truly appreciate you seeing it that way ❤️Much love !!

[@Ash_Lawless]

@@DiscoverConnection spent my last 2 christmas's alone. this whole concept is so cool, too bad im on the east coast in halifax :P

[@oliviakensel24]

@@Ash_Lawless aw sorry

[@skatefreek2713]

I miss people like you guys I wish there were more. I'm struggling really really bad with depression and your videos give me hope and a light in the dark.

[@DoubleBlack2.0]

🫂🫂🫂

[@aditisharma1485]

hey stranger, I hope things get better for you in the coming future! ik its hard sometimes to even see the light around you but speaking from experience, things do get better. time changes and thats the beauty of it. Everything happens for a reason and i hope you grow and get better in the upcoming year. lots and lots of love your way!

[@bluemoyie8618]

Hey Skate ... When I was having really bad depression, I started going out to volunteer. If you can spare any time, maybe try it. For me, I got so much from it. I still volunteer, every week, and it always raises my spirits. I really hope that you doing well now, or at least better. The next time you can treat yourself to something special, no matter how small, please try to really savour it, and remind yourself that you are worth it ! sending hugs from Canada 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@skatefreek2713]

@@aditisharma1485 thankyou aditiish

[@skatefreek2713]

@@bluemoyie8618 thankyou blue

[@a.wanderer5006]

Everyone should be sure to support those businesses!

[@DiscoverConnection]

a. wanderer Please do! They are amazing, so genuine !

[@Oscar-fc2ye]

The dude said “I was probably gonna eat McDonald’s “ like shit homie :(

[@an6350]

Yeah also why'd his parents not bring him to China vacation :(

[@JotaC]

@@an6350 it's a very expensive and long trip, not to mention that in China christmas is not a holiday as it is in Canada. Living as a college student abroad, you rarely have the funds to visit your family on holidays. That's why it can be so sad.

[@tjsam805]

yeah I felt that one.

[@Berachiel]

The smiles everyone has, everyone talking, the laughter in the background during the present game.. Not gonna lie, teared up a bit. This right here, this is why I never get sleep and browse youtube into the morning hours. Makes me so happy that there are people like you out there. What an amazing person you are, showing us again and again to let go of prejudice, fear of the unknown and embrace human connection.

[@glennchristinoyosua2109]

Omg I'm literally crying rn watching this. Brad, the world need more people like you and your community. Love from Australia ❤

[@ILJ4EVA]

I was crying too! So beautiful!

[@JovaGoose]

Who actually disliked this?? Omg this is seriously amazing!

[@rvh4034]

Bots

[@BadMrFrosty999]

Ass****s! Only ass****s would dislike something like this

[@naveraruapuna583]

@@ballsNcocks Bruh gifts are gifts and some stole which was pretty fun... Comr on, unless you have the money to donate mate for their presents then go ahead😂😂😂

[@tokyokiko6197]

A psychopath that just wanted to be apart of it

[@ilovemelons8382]

People who were crying from the wholesomeness of the vid so they couldn't differentiate between the like button and dislike button.

[@TommoCarroll]

Mate. This was a thing of absolute beauty. I was tearing up but smiling the entire time! Amazing.

[@splodge9]

I was absolutely fine until I got to them wrapping the socks, then I started )very unexpectedly) wailing. Quite a beautiful thing.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Thank you brother

[@carriehunter1528]

So inspiring. I hope everyone who participated or watches this can be inspired to make even one connection with a stranger!

[@DiscoverConnection]

That is the dream ❤

[@strawberrycoon5382]

It's the Mom from the other video! This made me soooo happy

[@jacksonbeaver778]

you’re awesome carrie!

[@Loyz15]

you're the mom! omg thank you for being so kind ♥

[@carriehunter1528]

@@Loyz15 life is good when people spread love.

[@matthewsanchez6455]

Seriously underrated channel.

[@klyzer5725]

true

[@csanchez5614]

True😭

[@an6350]

It's like yes theory but no raving about how uncomfortable it is lol

[@Alec9821]

Ikr, I was just gonna say the same

[@danielelliott9981]

"Now were all friends" more people need to live by this philosophy

[@poppy980]

This makes me tear up quite a bit. I was a foreign student alone by myself in Sydney in Christmas 2017. Had a group of friends from college with myself being the only one from my country and didn't live near the others in the group, which means we weren't close enough to spend Christmas together and such. And in Sydney, the malls and most of the restaurants closed on holidays and I forgot to buy any food the day before. I didn't plan anything to be honest bc I didn't know things would end up like that, so not only did I have to be by myself but I also had to starve. I decided to take the bus to the city, at least to surround myself with strangers, and I ended up sitting by myself, tearing up, looking out in the water, trying to message my one closest friend who happened to be with her boyfriend and was trying to console me, in Darling Harbour area with people walking past me. Never felt more isolated in my entire life. I was starving and was too embarrassed to walk in any restaurant that I saw was opened by myself (not that I had enough money to eat at the restaurants in that area by myself anyway). I was just sad and my mind was in such a blur I didn't remember how I feed myself that day, I probably didn't eat, to be honest. I've never felt more depressed in my entire life until then. I was always an introverted loner, never celebrate Christmas even once in my entire life (not a thing in my country), but the feeling of being by yourself far away from your family, having people I can call friends but at the same time cannot, and knowing that people around you have someone to go back to, was pure torture. The point is something like this would have been...nice. If this happened to me back then I would enjoy every minute of it and be grateful for the rest of my life. I don't know if anyone in this video was in the same situation as myself or not, but what you did definitely lift and light up their day for sure. I thank you for that.

[@gabrielrosca2205]

@poppy i hope you re good now and having/spending a nice life, it's sad to read this. And 1 thing that I learned from this video is not to be afraid talking with somebody or be embarrassed by asking something, we live only once and we must make our life beautiful. Best of luck mate

[@poppy980]

@@gabrielrosca2205 I came back to my country after I graduated and now life is good. Even though pursuing a career (and a permanent residency like most people would) over there sounds better, I just couldn't bear living like that any longer. Thank you very much for your concern:)

[@tal2939]

Sorry you had to experience that.... i hope you're doing better now tho

[@NoobiMeh]

hope things are on the up and you are surrounded by friends! If not look into joining a club, pick up a hobby or look for events and youll make friends, all the best.

[@drumboarder1]

Somewhat ironically the Chinese restaurants are the ones still open on Christmas, I'd imagine Chinese markets would be too, actually Indian stuff tends to be open but I'm near Parramatta so it's basically all Indian so I'm not sure what it's like out east. Iuno. Sorry dude, I would've solemnly walked around the harbour with you

[@joddysfspfc]

It's 2024 right now, and the world is pretty messed up all around, with catastrophes and all that in every part of the globe. I gotta say, this video was one of the best I've seen in a very long time. It made me tear up a little bit-props to y'all. I know it's been four to five years, but that doesn't take any credit away. Keep up the amazing work you guys have been doing.

[@celapossiamofare87]

putting together a dinner for 50 people is no joke. Its great that so many people supported you. Amazing job

[@Sky4Dong]

I used to dream of having a billion dollars and helping as many people as I can but now, I know all I need is a few hundred people to really have a lasting impact.

[@jemmrich]

As a 38 year old man who has zero clue how to mingle with strangers, this would terrify me. But what a sweet and thoughtful gesture!

[@ALLVARLiGT]

I guess people like us just need the exposure. Thing is, to me, it seemed that people we're exactly like that. Not sure what to expect or say and, dare i say, a little stiff or reserved. At first. But once more people start arriving and they start talking and feeling the warmth of the environment and the alcohol starts trickling in, you'll likely realize that everyone feels the same way. And that knowledge alone helps interacting and opening up so much easier, because *you're not alone*. And Brad, the Host, was so happy and charismatic that it's contagious. Maybe i'm just rambling, but this video made me very happy. I'm sure i'd feel the same if i was actually there.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Thank you James :) It's definitely hard, but if you can push yourself to take that step and attend something like this, I promise you'll find something to connect on with people !

[@pranayprajapati26]

Dude. You're awesome. The Christmas gift's opening was the best part. It actually put a big smile on my face. World needs people like you to spread love and create deeper connections with strangers. World will be at peace.

[@sw2de3fr4gt]

Finished the video and realized I had a smile on my face the whole time.

[@DiscoverConnection]

Reading this put a smile on my face 🙂

[@SovietPenguins]

I love how he put it on because he was alone one Christmas but worked the entire time. True bro... Respect man

[@DiscoverConnection]

Than you! Putting it together was all apart of the adventure :)

[@thetraveler7931]

I would love to hear if any of these strangers formed any lasting friendships. I bet there are more than a few. In a time where we are feeling more disconnected than ever, this really warmed my heart. Can't wait to make new friends again.

[@MaxKasai-zm5mz]

I want to thank you personally for changing people's lives with kind things such as this Christmas event. You're making society a better place by doing this, I know I'm just a random stranger on the internet but you make me so proud of you 💟

[@topshe203]

I'm seriously crying because this whole covid-19 thing and the pandemic it's been so miserable 😭. But this video made me feel so warm inside. I can't wait until there will be a day where everything's normal again.☺

[@skefsongames]

Covid has pushed us all so far apart, even further than we already were. I wish we could all come together again...

[@damaribrackett1159]

I guarantee someone met there wife or husband here at this event

[@humannofour]

Dude here is a hug it will be ok

[@somairays5229]

man it is sad seeing old people celebrate Christmas alone

[@sarahstrong7174]

I am now the old person who spends Christmas alone as all my friends spend Christmas with relatives.

[@justis.cooper]

So proud of you brother. What a masterpiece of an idea and event. Nailed the video too! Congrats bru!

[@DiscoverConnection]

Thank you so much for helping film the event! Couldn't have captured it with out you brother ❤️

[@faatimaevans2668]

This is the True Meaning of Christmas.

[@Cloudforest811]

I love how people were so willing to donate towards the dinner. People have such big hearts.

[@mahalomydude]

So awesome! Well done! 👏That was the largest game of white elephant I've ever seen. I wonder how long it took. Shout out to your cooks and decorators - they killed it! Now dinner for 500?

[@M05V]

👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@eosmo3505]

He is generous just not that generous

[@eosmo3505]

Lmao

[@liamlynch2073]

@@eosmo3505 now dinner for a whole country

[@haydenwhitam9258]

@Mahlaho my Dude I wanna know who got the beans

[@srikanthbs1175]

I am actually in tears. Loneliness sucks and especially this year it's been so hard for me and most probably everyone. It's just nice to see people happy and meeting ♥️

[@luchan1638]

Hope you re doing okay ❤️ take care buddy

[@damaribrackett1159]

🙋‍♂️I'll be your friend u got Instagram

[@deborahkauffman3061]

My minds blown. I watched the Compton video first. And then this one. Never having seen you before and my heart feels happy. What you did there is and always had been a passion of mine. You were amazing. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. And Happy New Year. God bless you.

[@jimakiph]

Looking at them talking to each other even they're complete strangers, is the best motivation for me to step aside the fears of being ignored and spread happiness

[@jane_doughnut]

When I saw the dinning room decorated my eyes welled with tears. I know what it's like to be alone on a big holiday, and it's so painful. You are a blessing.

[@Wolfcone]

Hats off to the chefs. It's easy to forget them behind the scenes but without them none of this would have happened.

[@berlynify]

..for me? THIS IS the SPIRIT of CHRISTMAS..in action, inspiring! Blessings to all involved ❤

[@Run2Him]

I’ve never caught myself smiling at a video without knowing lol. I almost cried 10 different times. Best channel hands down.

[@rebeccapolkey6198]

fr

[@DEE-mt9eq]

Earls kitchen is such an amazing place. All the chefs and all the people that contributed their time are just fantastic. Props to the boss of Earls for allowing this to happen.

[@reneo.escandor568]

It's a genuine act you did for others. Keep on being an inspiration for others. I salute you. From the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@user-ex7yq6xq9s]

hatag pinaskohan beh

[@lizneal5495]

I know this was a year ago, but I just want to let you know you have done such an amazing job on organizing this event. Truly you are giving the true meaning of Christmas. Hope you will do this as an yearly thing. God bless you!

[@makailaleigh6565]

When he said "maybe next year invite one or 2 strangers" I fucking sobbed thinking about the year to come.

[@jtk6533]

A lot of us are alone during holidays. We don’t want to admit it’s hard. We pretend like it’s just another day in the year. To bless human strangers that become friends is awesome!

[@annavictoriasb]

I'm 33 and Christmas is already another day of the year for me and my small family.

[@RachelMac-l5p]

I Agree! And it helps people know it is possible for free!

[@an6350]

Did this dude just ask his boss for funding?? I would rather die eeeee

[@momochan5979]

Ask for the impossible (funding) first then ask for what you really want/need (the venue). Which one would you choose? Of course you'd go with the venue.

[@jessicacordova5024]

You’d be surprised how many businesses would be willing to make donations especially since it helps on their taxes.

[@JotaC]

@@jessicacordova5024 not to mention the huge exposure he got.

[@winnie5873]

my boss would be all for it xD but I think it also depends on the company, mine is masssssive

[@riodelacruz637]

Balls of steel bro...

[@EDMistheway]

My Aunt tended bar and had a big heart. One night she noticed a regular down on his luck and alone, she invited him to our family's Christmas dinner and ever since then he has been welcomed and came to every single family holiday we've ever had. My aunt passed away unexpectedly recently, but her impact on the world lives on

[@PamelaBoyer]

I’m a widow and my son moved out. Im alone now on every holiday. 💔 I wished that I could have gone. I sat here at my home alone crying. I didn’t even get one card!

[@jessiemay9847]

Aww I’m so sorry I hope you can do something with someone this next Christmas maybe even plan a tiny thing like he did :)

[@kazmitechie8039]

Kindly send your email to me

[@benoit502]

I am sorry you had to experience that. I am from the other side of the world but would truly love to help out. God bless ma'am.

[@ubearts697]

That made me tear up, can't imagine that happening to my mom. I hope you never experience it again.

[@towardsnewbeginnings]

Hugs for you...

[@tbt_kamas5495]

You havent only brought smiles to the people who were invited to the event but also to us, your viewers. You are a kind man and an inspiration to many. We love you!

[@abygailrolusta]

It hits you different when your old and spends christmas alone . God bless you for giving them a one of a kind christmas

[@gadnuk666]

Absolutely love what you've done there. Sad that "being alone" became a bitter reality for a large part of humanity not even three months later. I hope that most people can spend their holidays together again this year.

[@vrigenscaval8698]

As an orphan at the age of 10 months old, i somehow got used to spending the holidays alone, with just a can of Coke. These made me as if am part of the fun!😊

[@jp817_9]

I’m watching this a year later and this is one of the best things I’ve ever seen and it made me happy watching people not be alone and to be with others and this was incredible

[@iampurpleu5317]

This is actually one of the best videos I've ever watched.

[@Rod-q8b]

I never disappointed by this channel, beginning to end I watched it with the smile.

[@samuelspencer7092]

Recently found this channel and I love how real the production is. No purposefully added sob story just the real natural connections and mainly the process of creating it. If I was participant I wouldn’t feel exploited in the slightest. Literally just a guy wanting to provide a safe friendly environment for people on a day that can feel very depressing when you are alone.

[@SparrettCrow]

It was really difficult to watch this without shedding a few tears. Seeing these people who were are all alone and strangers to each other yet all equally had a great time with each other is such an amazing sight.

[@ylfar6071]

I don't even celebrate Christmas cause im a muslim but,this thing is wholesome. I almost cried

[@NickGreyden]

If you feel it is against your religion to celebrate a secular Christmas holiday season, then celebrate with family in friends in giving thanks to Allah for seasonal changes, and the return of longer days and the promise of spring (in the northern hemisphere at least). Surely no good faith practicing Muslim could argue with that logic :D Peace and love be with you.

[@David.124]

Jesus loves you guys

[@David.124]

@@NickGreyden It’s not a secular holiday, they tried to make it secular, but it’s not. It’s literally in the Name (Jesus) Christ’s mass of the people (mas in Greek means gathering for a celebration) giving the name Christmas. It celebrates Jesus’s birth, He’s the only true God in human form.

[@RasphPiece]

and for that, you have my respect

[@NickGreyden]

@@David.124 respectfully, christmas has become a secular holiday celebrated by members of all Faith's and no faith. Recent years of commericaliztion and general warm fuzzies have effectively remove the Christian faith from the holiday season around christmas for many which itself is a plagiarized celebration of the celebration of the winter soltice from pagan worshippers of old. Now, I hold no I'll will toward those that use the holiday to celebrate the birth of their messianic figure. Personally, I feel it adds to the lore and richness surrounding the season. But regardless of faith or lack thereof, it can and is celebrated secularly around the globe using the colloquial holiday celebration of Christmas as for many, that is all it is known by. The sharing of food and gifts with family and friends should never be the sole providence of one faith, it should be open to all, just as christ opened salvation to those who were not his people.

[@d.michelletarpley-norris5795]

This made me cry but smiled at the same time because I’m a lone for the holidays now that my parents have passed away. But I’m grateful for all of the memories I have of the times I shared with them. GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS!!!!