Don't Come to Poland (without knowing these 20 things) : Part One

I'd love to share 20 pieces of advice with you that I've mostly learned the hard way from all my years living in Poland. This topic is broken down into two parts. I look forward to your comments!
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[@behemothkr2373]

one more thing... NEVER! EVER say that Polish language sounds like russian... NEVER!

[@LoveMyPoland]

Good one! 😊

[@pinang1]

it does, when Americans speak it

[@wiktoriawolny]

@@pinang1 still dont say it because we dont really have a good relationship with Russia.

[@mariagola5537]

Really? I dont mind veing confused with the Russian. However, confusing me with the British, or the Germans would make me irritated

[@walterweiss7124]

some single words do, but in fact many are false friends ;)

[@xniorvox]

The Poles get annoyed when called "Eastern Europeans" because in fact Poland is the geographical centre of Europe and Polish culture, mentality and economy has much more to do with the West than the East. We never asked to be occupied by Russia or USSR, also nowadays the relations between our states are tense and unfriendly, that's why we don't want to be associated with them. However, I understand where's the confusion coming from. Many Westerners still see the former "Iron Curtain" as a division line between the East and the West, and some of them define "Europe" as EU, so from that point of view Poland is indeed "eastern" and they don't mean anything wrong.

[@karolmaciejewski340]

It's funny to me that so many people makes a big deal from this. Imo polish people are mutch closer in many ways culturally and mentally to Turkey or Kazakhstan than to Germany or France, so we actually are more eastern than some Polish people would like...

[@mariagola5537]

We do get annoyed about it?? Really?

[@lucifernebulae]

@@mariagola5537 Yeah

[@marcinkubus6426]

@@karolmaciejewski340 chyba ty!!! ale żeś dowalił z tym Kazachstanem

[@gromax2]

One of best way to explain that I found with talking about Poland as a country and nation is on the way from Russia to Germany and from Germany to Russia. We got some things from both sides, but we are somewhere on middle

[@aleksanderfiold7554]

About history - words "Polish death camp" can literally ends with someone's fist in your face or at least very agressive reaction. This is very important to us, to remember, that we were never cooperating with Nazis, and these were Germans death camps. Also remember, that there were two uprisings in Warsaw during WW2 - Ghetto Uprising in 1943 and Warsaw Uprising in 1944.

[@TheSwedishRider]

Dzien dobry! As a German I can assure that all Germans learn in school that the death camps were German! Yes, there was a newspaper article some years ago that used the the words "polish death camps", but that was more to point out that you have to go to what is now Poland to visit them. There was no intention to pretend they were run by Poland, it was just badly phrased. Even neo-nazis in Germany wouldn't say they were Polish, they go some steps further and deny that they were what they were (yes, I find that disgusting). I do understand the criticism of this phrase that can be misunderstood, but it was highly exaggerated in Polish media and politics. It seems like they wanted to misunderstand it to create a scandal and anti German sentiment. It's a myth that Germans say the death camps were Polish. About 1% of Germans tell you the Holocaust didn't happen at all, but 99% will tell you that the death camps surely were German!

[@Impaled_Onion-thatsmine]

@@TheSwedishRider I am Canadian and here I learned that it was not a distinct issue of nationality a lot of the citizenship terms were constructed after the great war period...weren't they. Like a philosophical anthropology but the idealism is still there that it doesn't matter what country you are from regardless its a historic ideal that's the issue. The european union is a mix isn't it and the citizens move around. Yes and I did that all myself.

[@wiktoriawolny]

Saying "Polish death camps" is illegal in Poland. Im 100% serious and you surely dont want to find it our yourself.

[@TheSwedishRider]

@@wiktoriawolny I had a polish girlfriend and when I visited her family in Poland, here father greeted me with the Hitler salute. If he did that in Germany in front of authorities, it could have been painful for him. A British tourist had to pay 5000€ for doing to German police.

[@CieplinskiPawel]

German operated/established/run/build Concentration Camps. Whatever word you choose just make sure you DO put an additional specification! German Camps IS MISLEADING especially for Americans!!! Japanese Internment Camps were camps organized BY AMERICAN government on US soil, they were used to concentrate Japanese Americans and immigrants. POW Camps are NOT run by prisoners of war, they are prisoners there! True story: I was talking with some Americans in a pub. Subject switched to history and I mentioned Nazi Concentration Camps in Poland. The reaction was: "WoW, awesome! You guys were locking f**king Nazis in camps, high five, good job Poland!"...

[@mattbrown1214]

Stationed in Germany for many years and have been to Poland many times. Your channel is great bro!!! Thank you

[@Power2Fit]

Soon in Poland maybe . We welcome friends.

[@CieplinskiPawel]

Yes, nowadays we welcome soldiers from Germany coming in;)))

[@Power2Fit]

@@CieplinskiPawel Słabe porównanie, w takim razie rozumiem ze nasze wojska stacjonujące w obcych krajach też porównujesz do nazistów. Nie przypominam sobie żebyśmy kiedykolwiek stali po przeciwnych stronach z USA w jakiejkolwiek wojnie. Jak dla to zwykła hipokryzja albo słaby żart. Pozdrawiam

[@CieplinskiPawel]

@@Power2Fit Either lost in translation or language barrier, nevertheless my joke seems to be quite clear...

[@CieplinskiPawel]

@@Power2Fit FYI: during Vietnam War we were on the victorious site. Not that this fact makes any sense in this conversation...

[@shakawhenthewallsfell8570]

To add to your point on driving etiquette(if you don't cover it in the next part): 1. Pay attention if someone flashes their high beams very briefly going in the opposite direction. That means there's a speed trap ahead, but be careful about doing it yourself, as if police spot you warning others, you will get pulled over and fined. 2. Roundabouts, roundabouts, roundabouts.. there's tons of them, and remember to signal when you're exiting or you will be fined if spotted by police. 3. Watch out for speed cameras. They are announced on road signs, but do pay attention to your speed. 4. Drive to the right side of your lane, and allow others to pass you. On roads with no median (there's very few that have them), pay attention to oncoming vehicles that are passing. If someone gets out of your way to pass, flash your hazard light two or three times or alternate turn signal few times, once you passed them as a thank you signal. 5. If most of your visit will be spent in the city with very little long distance travel, rent the smallest car that comfortably accomodate your needs. Streets are narrow and parking may be iffy. Small car in those cases is a lifesaver. 6. If you're visiting between July and August, be prepared to see plenty of farm equipment (tractors, harvesters, trailers, etc) on the roads moving very slowly. Be patient. 7. Be aware of surroundings and mindful of what's coming up. Signs are very clear and may keep you from accidentally running into opposing lanes while passing at the wrong moment. Also, be mindful of those behind you. The rear view mirror is your friend, and watch your blind spots.

[@LoveMyPoland]

Thanks! I've pinned this information for my audience 👍

[@mkw2555]

For USman I would add one important thing. If someone overtakes in single carriageway you act normal, don’t panic, don’t use your horn. This is normal and legal. I cannot count how many times I saw those reactions when I was overthinking on small mountain roads in New England. It was a foreign concept to the locals 🤣

[@Karolomen]

It maly also mean your headlights are off, which have to be on at all times in Poland, day and night.

[@SuiGenerisAbbie]

@@LoveMyPoland Thank you for this information. I love these sorts of videos ... the How To sort. And, I anticipate your content, weekly as well. Yes, noooo gum chewing, or hands in your pockets in countries which might err on the side of being a bit FORMAL, as a rule, I have found out. Propriety presides.

[@kacperwoch4368]

@@mkw2555 Really? Didn't know overtaking anywhere is not an universal road tactic.

[@zardzewialy]

One more thing to know when comming to Poland - volume levels! People from the US for us here in Poland seem to be shouting every single word that comes out of their mouths!

[@LoveMyPoland]

True!

[@krawlb4walking802]

I understand. Believe me.

[@macpolandtour446]

That's very true. I have the same impression

[@krzysztofkot8427]

@@LoveMyPoland About volumes (sizes of everything) there is a joke of a blind man going to usa/texas... Blind man was going to Texas with their airlines... He sat comfortably being amazed with the size. Passanger next to him said "We are in Texas we have everything big here". When those guy went to a restaurant and ordered a steak he got one that he bearly ate. A waitress told him that "you are in texas, here is eberything bigger". Then our guy took a cab to the hotel and the big one took him... Still the answer was Texas - everything bigger... He was moving in the hotel and accidently slipped into hotels swimming pool... He started to screamed terrified... "Don't flush the toilet"

[@LoveMyPoland]

@@krzysztofkot8427 dobre! 😂

[@betelgezaa]

He has not been discussing polish politics !!!!! Impressing. He is a wise American -)!

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@tyronjaydavid2086]

how can i adapt myself i had a poland boyfriend is it tru hes very demanding or strict man in all aspect

[@tyronjaydavid2086]

am rosita cryz

[@Vescilla]

Regarding the Polish language, Poles really appreciate anyone who tries to learn it, even if you're not good at it. And the difficult part is the grammar, the pronunciation is consistent, much like Japanese for example. Every letter will always sound the same, unlike in English language for instance :)

[@RSLoBERS]

I could not disagree more to the first part of your sentence. My German colleague who moved to Poland without knowing any Polish learned to speak, in my opinion on C1 level at least within very short time and she had so many awful situations associated with having a non-Polish accent. Her skills are so good, that she virtually does not make any grammar mistakes and her vocabulary on par too. Unfortunately her accent is quite unusual and Poles many times asked her directly whether she is mentally ill or deaf which is absolutely appalling! Especially, I've heard her talk and I couldn't have been more impressed with her skills.

[@lanvin1982]

@@RSLoBERS maybe her grammar is perfect but pronounciation is off?

[@RSLoBERS]

@@lanvin1982 Just the accent is a bit off. That said everything is clear and easy to understand.

[@natsumiyumiko9644]

@@RSLoBERS Her accent must be seriously off and she must not be as good as she tells you she is. Noone would accuse a person with a wierd accent of being mentally ill. She must be loud and very confident but still lacking in her skills. Also we are wierded out by people learning our language, it is very rare for a person who isn't from eastern europe to learn polish

[@talhaawan5968]

I have been trying to learn polish ,i must say it is somewhat tuff to Get hold of some alphabets and accent also some sounds,well that is my two class experience dont know much about it yet but im travelling to poland in the mid of next month so im just tryinh to learn the basics.it is a pretty interesting language though🙂

[@maximk7816]

I've been travelling to Poland without knowing anything. And I loved it)

[@WedrownyGrajek]

The question is though did Poland loved you back 😝

[@neoDarkSquall]

From your profile picture you seem to be Ukrainian so it wasn't really risky x)

[@demomantavishdegroot2369]

I'm sure you didn't

[@sayodhere]

@@demomantavishdegroot2369 why u think so?

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@miwoj]

there's a saying in Poland _"where there's 2 Poles, there's 3 different opinions"._ us Poles love to argue about everything. don't mention politics or religion unless you want a long heated debate that goes nowhere, because everyone is screaming at each other for being wrong.

[@stzawadzki]

And never criticize your grandma cooking :P

[@mrandrews3303]

That's very interesting, I have heard a similar concept about the Jews and as far as the screaming and discussions are concerned, the same happens in Italy too! "The whole world is the same country"! XD (my rough translation of an Italian saying)

[@jabizziri]

"Us Poles love to argue about everything". No we don't ;)

[@stzawadzki]

@@jabizziri Yes we do :P

[@krissybvlogs5707]

lol I know very little about Poland and Polish people, but my grandpa immigrated from Poland to the U.S. and the more I learn about Poland and Polish people the more it sounds like I would fit in more there than in the U.S.

[@rynej6754]

Speaking Polish goes a long way. It's the only country I've been to where the populace appreciates any bit of Polish language knowledge. I LOVE the encouragement I get from my Polish friends!

[@kalkol21]

Saying something in the language of the interlocutor is treated in Poland as a kind of courtesy and politeness ... Giving your attention to learn a word or something about a country usually increases the other person's perception of you. For example, now a lot of foreigners work in Uber in Poland and I learned the word "Thank You" in Ukrainian, Georgian, Tajik, Kyrgyz, and Uzbek. It's too difficult for me to learn Azerbaijani and Turkish at the moment. The effect is similar to you saying a few words in Polish.

[@RussellNelson]

Nie movie po Polsku.

[@kalkol21]

@@RussellNelson Też ładnie;)... Also nice;)

[@lordfarquaad2159]

We appreciate any knowledge of Polish as we know ourselves that our language is incredibly difficult.

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@peteroz7332]

regarding politics topic: there is a saying, that *politic and religious views are like a^se - everybody has their own* ... it's better to avoid those subjects, especially if you combine that with another saying: *"where are two Poles there are three points of view (opinions)"* thanks for another great video 👍💪💪👏👏👏

[@Ms.GreenJeans]

Religion and Politics, NEVER talk about them...something Americans have sadly forgotten. Poland us calling me for sure.

[@pinang1]

I know some people who have lived in Poland many years and cannot say one sentence in Polish but it's all about your attitude. I met a German guy who spent one semester in Poland and decided he wants to understand people better. After 6 months his Polish is perfect. I was shocked

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@kaylacolgan]

Since I’m Polish American, there’s a lot of Poles in Cleveland, OH, Queens, NY, Chicago, Illinois, and I can go on. I’m a Polish American from Long Island, NY.

[@utahdan231]

Not so many in Cleveland. That is a history.

[@penguinsfan251]

@@utahdan231 Well, they are spread out through Greater Cleveland, kinda the same thing has happened in Detroit, Buffalo, etc.

[@sunglassshinpan1352]

@@utahdan231 My Polish ancestors were, and still are, from Cleveland, Toledo, and St Louis.

[@scottmitulinski4294]

I'm polish I live in Youngstown

[@beatalewandowski6968]

Brooklyn, NY here! Hi!👋🏻

[@cruelty83]

I love this kind of videos of your. It just shows me how you persive Poland and marks thous things that are common for me. Good job and keep up good work.

[@marcinnowakowski997]

Hey, you did a good job here by informing others about those delicate nuances. I'm delighted. Cheers!

[@johnkaczinski468]

I really appreciate all your videos. My dream is to visit Poland someday.

[@piotrgalinski9436]

You are very wellcome any time !

[@szyszka8303]

This name, Kaczynski ... xD

[@johnkaczinski468]

Rafal Anonim Nope. KACZINSKI NOT KACZYNSKI

[@szyszka8303]

@@johnkaczinski468 you are aware when it was changed to Kaczinski? For sure it was Kaczynski before. Kaczi- it does not mean any thing, Kaczy- ducks.

[@johnkaczinski468]

Rafal Anonim That’s how my family always spelled it. My grandfather immigrated from Poland as a young child in the 1890’s and always spelled it that way. Coal miners.

[@ebarteldes]

Re: public transit: when I’m there (at least Krakow and Warsaw), I usually buy a tourist card, which allows me to take buses and trams at no additional cost. Also, the card also allows you do get a discount at PKP. They cost (ok , it’s been four years) is about $20 US but it’s worth every penny. Also good for discounts at select museums.

[@ebojano]

Great job! As usual. Thank you :)

[@paxvera5199]

Hi. As always your videos are wonderful and educational. Thank you. I am looking forward new one soon. Have a good day and all the best to you and yours.

[@LoveMyPoland]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@arabella8478]

Great examples Russell, you've got it😁

[@PeterPanMan]

Excellent video. You always have great content and you get through it without pointless filler and dumb jokes. You never waste our time. You're a credit to Baylor and the great state of Texas. Well done.

[@LoveMyPoland]

Paul, I'm truly flattered by your comment. You've made my week! Thanks for that, friend 👍🙏

[@jedenz3]

Great as always! Good Job Russ!

[@KC-is1ym]

Thank you for these type of videos! Just moved to Poland so they are super helpful!

[@LoveMyPoland]

My pleasure 😊

[@michamarkowski2204]

Saying Poland is in Eastern Europe is like saying Missouri or Kansas is an eastern state.

[@noanastasia222]

Comparing Poland to Missouri or Kansas is like saying it's in Eastern Europe. Not a compliment.

[@michamarkowski2204]

@@noanastasia222 You need to read about some rocket science called analogy. If you split Europe in two halves - western and eastern, Poland would be in both halves and, as many people have already said it, larger part of Poland would be in the western part of Europe. Kansas and Missouri are somewhere in the middle of the USA. They're neither in the west nor in the east of the USA. Just like Poland in Europe.

[@noanastasia222]

@@michamarkowski2204 I was not talking about geography kiddo...😂

[@piotrbrzezinski1485]

Yesh, like a west side is a east side.

[@marti160]

I dont understand it. Where are we if not in eastern europe?

[@spiety75]

No. 4 Poland these days becomes ‚cashless’ country, almost everywhere you can pay with plastc card, smartphone/smartwatch. ‚Digital banking’ is on high level.

[@MrCr00wn]

comparing to DE or NL its next level

[@bullet1544]

@@MrCr00wn Yep

[@kacperwoch4368]

Being able to pay with card doesn't mean it's cashless.

[@spiety75]

@@kacperwoch4368 that means no need to carry coins in the wallet / no need to carry the wallet at all.

[@lanvin1982]

good to know that contactless payment was first (in the world) introduced in Warsaw :)

[@iloveusa751]

Thanks so much for sharing your tips, really appreciate that.

[@aleocochodzi6129]

Bardzo dobre wskazówki. Gratulacje :)

[@nonperson22]

Russell właśnie uratował nie jedno amerykańskie życie przybywające do Polski 😅 Russell has just saved many American lives coming to Poland

[@XxLegionPLxX]

A przynajmniej nosy i zęby.

[@beatapogorzelska1241]

Radą żeby nie przypinac nas do ZSRR. Reakcja Szkota na nazwanie go Anglikiem to przy naszej drobne towarzyskie nieporozumienie:-)

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@IndraKeEnam6]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmTPXpJ6epqAm68 ☺️

[@marthamika7372]

Wow, my husband was impressed cause he was born and went to the army there and then he came to the USA...during your video he was saying right...he like the gum part..he can't stand very one how pops there gum...great job..keep on going👍👍👍👏👏

[@barbaraci409]

Russell, very well presented. You are a pro. Thank you.

[@danieljurkiewicz1695]

As always, really good points :)

[@bartekbielawski2066]

I'm a bit surprised you didn't bring up manual gearbox. ;) I suspect it would be wise to explicitly ask for automatic when renting a car (unless obviously someone drives manual in US too).

[@magdalenap.7420]

Wait so wallets in the US don't usually have these pouches for coins? It always seemed to me like it was a must-have in all wallets 🤔

[@gdanski72]

Jest bardzo ciezko znalezc taki ktory ma.

[@pinang1]

drobne oddaje sie bezdomnym albo wyrzuca na ulice. Dlatego pieniadze na ulicy tam leza hahaha. Ameryka...

[@sensei1991]

Amerykanie nawet 1 dolara mają papierowego, tylko centy są w monetach. A to sprawia, że po prostu mają dużo mniej monet w kieszeni, więc może nie potrzebują osobnej kieszonki na bilon ;)

[@JustOneGirl81]

No chewing gum if talk with someone - - - love that rule.

[@magdalena378]

Great video as always!! 😃

[@sWeedShop]

Keep up your great work Russel, thank you for that 🇵🇱🇺🇸

[@jackfisher9833]

I love this. You tell the people everything they were tought wrong about Poland. You are literally fixing the wrong writing of the books and everything i can imagine. You are my friend!

[@LoveMyPoland]

That's a nice way to look at it, thanks! 😊

[@WGal-er8bm]

Another excellent videos - truly matches my sentiment here living in Poland. My wife always tells me get your hands out of your pockets - you are not a cowboy in Canada anymore LOL. Looking forward to your next videos. Stay Safe all.

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@eveadam7462]

Great job!! Thank you!

[@xerd448]

your videos are so helpful thank u

[@turboroman5718]

This is very helpful even for me and I'm from Poland;)

[@johnplinlasvegas2055]

As always, dobra robota...! Best from your friends in LV.....! 🇵🇱🇺🇸

[@LoveMyPoland]

🙏🙏🙏

[@MateuszWieczorek]

Great episode !!

[@Mrjakleciziom]

I like your accent. It sounds so clear. I can understand almost everything.

[@filipgawronski4364]

Utrzymujemy bardzo dobre relacje ze Stanami i można powiedzieć, że zawiązała się pewna nić przyjaźni aczkolwiek odwiecznymi przyjaciółmi Polski i Polaków są Węgrzy w końcu Polak Węgier dwa bratanki

[@Amfan75]

@666Mrnecrobutcher U ciebie w domu tak mówi stary do matki.

[@jaacoblosov7327]

@@Amfan75 obawiam się, że u niego tak mówi stary do starego.

[@utahdan231]

Polska zabiega o dobre relacje z USA. Dla USA , Polska nie jest istotnym partnerem , a tak się wydaje wielu Polakom .

[@mdanielle]

Co za brednie. Jakie bratanki, powtarzasz kalkę.

[@patrickohooliganpl]

W Polsce też lubi się Japończyków.

[@macpolandtour446]

Good tips! As a Polish I do agree with all you said :-)

[@neilfoster814]

100% with you on the tram inspectors! I have seen so many people get busted without a ticket. They purposely wait until the tram moves off before 'revealing' themselves, by then it's too late to just jump off before they nab you. Inside I was chuckling to myself because I had the correct ticket.

[@mPayPlatnosci]

Dziękujemy za przemiłą rekomendację :)

[@LoveMyPoland]

Proszę bardzo! 😊

[@franciscopietra]

Greetings from a polish- Brazilian americano 🙂

[@kaylacolgan]

I’m proud to be Polish American. 🇵🇱🇺🇸

[@_Killkor]

🇵🇱🇺🇸 1 like

[@penguinsfan251]

Me, too.

[@hopin8krzys]

Congrats, that mustve been very hard to achieve, good thing to be proud of

[@johnzoidberg9764]

@@hopin8krzys haha +

[@charlies.5777]

SAME!!

[@krzysztofdrozd2875]

I must say that's all pretty accurate! Well done!

[@julianterris]

Saved to my "Poland" playlist -only with part two :)

[@oyelerejamesopeyemi.5917]

I really like your videos about Poland, I just got Admission in KUL LUBLIN for Master Degree Program, I can't wait to be in Poland Soonest. #I love Poland!

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@TWARDOWSKY.]

Dzięki za ten film!:) Now ist time for a movie "Don't Come to USA (without knowing these 20 things)"

[@curtpiazza1688]

Great advice!

[@niuffka7962]

Good job Dude! Sorry that you had to learn that the hard way😙

[@tgg1765]

Central vs Eastern and part of the soviet union are HUGE NO NOs

[@penguinsfan251]

Poland has seen itself as a Western nation pretty much since it's founding in 966. The adaptation of the Latin alphabet, Latin words inserted into Polish, the treasure trove of Western learning brought by the Church helped form Poland into a Western nation.

[@RussellNelson]

Yeah, I fell into that pit with my wife. As she points out, Poland IS the center of Europe, so how could it possibly be Eastern??

[@RussellNelson]

@elf twentyfive She married me, even! Although apparently it's not a legal marriage in Poland.

[@MrCr00wn]

Mitteleuropa - german term

[@tomaszbrzoska1329]

I’m a Polish guy, who lives in the US for almost 5 years now. Everything you have mentioned is true. You have no idea how many times I have given a geography/history lecture to my Americans friends just because that said that Poland is a Eastern European country.

[@tata_kazika]

Nie utrzymujesz przy życiu swojego rodzimego języka. Pisz po polsku, zrozumie Cię założyciel tej 'strony'.

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@zepter00]

@@tata_kazika szanuję język polski ale ucz się języków obcych. To cię nie popsuje tylko ubogaca i nie będziesz wyglądał na niewykształconego idiotę przed resztą Polaków i obywatelami świata.

[@Dan16673]

east is relative, but i get that someone wouldnt want to be associated with the eastern bloc

[@sparklingfawazvlog8607]

Thank you for sharing, keep up the good work friend. Like

[@barbaramelady110]

Well done!!! Dobra robota!xoxo

[@bartoszjasinski]

Kto nigdy nie uciekał przed kanarem niech pierwszy skasuje bilet :D

[@piotrlewicki2335]

@Konto Testowe Przy tylu ludziach jezdzących komunikacją autobusy by stały pół godziny na przystanku :P

[@katarzynaxx563]

Może ktoś, kto nie jest złodziejem?

[@Maqtka]

@Konto Testowe 3 minuty! Autobusy miejskie jeżdżą po kilkadziesiąt przystanków dziennie na trasie i mają pół minuty max na otwarcie drzwi i ich zamknięcie. Po 3 min na każdy przystanek mielibyśmy godzinne opóźnienia względem rozkładu. System biletów zwykłych i/lub elektronicznych i kontroli regularnych jest w mojej opinii wydajny.

[@bartoszjasinski]

@@katarzynaxx563 Może, ale czekam na bardziej życiowe przykłady :P

[@marti160]

Konto testowe, ale wiesz że mówiąc w taki sposób o Polakach to nie wydajesz się fajniejszy tylko obnazasz swoje cechy charakteru?

[@gliderfan6196]

So far so good. Waiting for the next episode. BTW Eastern vs Central Europe thing; it is not just stupid ambition. The geographic centre of Europe is in Poland, and not far from the geographic centre of Poland itself. Then, Polish, the most difficult language on the planet, belongs to the West Slavic group.

[@laserowy_general]

I've just got myself one. Coins what a brilliant invention!

[@andrzejpiejko227]

Great review. Good avwreness.

[@marcinzmuda6884]

Thanks Russell, you're doing a great job!

[@them8117]

Great video. Thanks for clarification on Eastern Europe 👍 any time I hear this in Ireland I explain it, that it's like to say that Ireland is part of UK. Or like Britain claiming Irish sportspeople or actors as their own.

[@constantinexipalaeologus9393]

Thanks for your video, I'm soon going to Poland to study veterinary at Wroclaw 👍👍

[@LoveMyPoland]

I wish you the best! 😊

[@elastingirl]

Thank you for #9 👍👏🤩

[@editor3210]

Hello. I am Polish who live in another country. I agree about everything you said especially about politics. It is a risky topic. Can you make a video about current situation in Poland regardles the pandemy? I just want to know. You make great videos. Stay safe.

[@lukasz1kier]

Życzę szczęścia z dowiedzeniem się czegokolwiek. Z Warmii mogę powiedzieć, że jedyne znaki że ta pandemia jest to mniej miejsc siedzących w autobusach i pociągach bo social distancing (notorycznie ignorowane w autobusach), wszędzie są odkażacze których większość osób używa i około 90% osób nosi maski w zamkniętych przestrzeniach z czego jakaś połowa nosi je dobrze. No i żarty z wirusa. I chwalenie się, że zna się kogoś kto trafił na kwarantannę (kilka razy słyszałem, ale słyszałem tylko o 1 osobie która zachorowała). Generalnie wszyscy są zmęczeni i znudzeni pandemią która zdaje się objawiać tylko drobnymi utrudnieniami które i tak się obchodzi bo są upierdliwe i często bezsensowne (po co trzymać puste krzesła w autobusie jeśli stojący są upakowani jak sardynki w puszce). Bardzo śmiesznie się czyta amerykańców piszących o końcu świata.

[@lukasz1kier]

@elf twentyfive Really depends on who you are talking to. If you are politicaly homeless and you are talking with other politicaly homeless people its safe. "Communism bad" jokes are also very safe.

[@XxLegionPLxX]

Polish your english bro. There are no bodies on the streets if not the media and gov policies we would not even know there is one.

[@RussellNelson]

@elf twentyfive That's crazy. The ONLY time you should talk about politics is when you're drinking. That way, you can blame it on the drink!

[@RussellNelson]

It's going to be great to visit Poland one day .... after people stop panicking over a virus. I was ready to go this year, but my wife's employer said "No international travel".

[@pawewalitos3505]

Welcome!

[@macpolandtour446]

So this employer had better check the list of Best European Destination that nominated 20 the safest cities in Europe for post-Covid travel. On this list you can find Warsaw and Gdansk. So two Polish cities are 10% of the safest in Europe.

[@RussellNelson]

@@macpolandtour446 COVID-19 is just another bad flu. Nothing for a healthy person to worry about. 100% bullshit surrounding it. All we can do is stand up and call it what it is: a bad flu and not the end of the world.

[@mylesginvestment3513]

T.h.a.n.k.s f.o.r w.a.t.c.h.i.n.g F..o.r c.r.y.p.t.O g.u.I.d.a.n.c.e. +1...-8...-0...-3...-5...-6...-6...-0...-6...-9...-7. W•A•T•S•A•P•##*

[@RussellNelson]

We got to Poland this may. Unfortunately, we had to drive past Częstochowa because Russell was off doing a horse riding competition. Oh, wait, that was a different friend of Ewa's. No, Russell was umpiring a baseball game several hours in a different direction than the way we were going. Next time!

[@ardmoreverizon445]

I am thinking of moving to poland. It loo k s beautiful. I am from the usa. Love your video. Alot of helpful hints

[@LoveMyPoland]

Ardmore Verizon? I've got family in Ardmore, Tennessee! 😊 As soon as this virus in under control, why not?

[@im_paimon]

Very very very informative

[@margplsr3120]

Musisz nagrywać częściej po polsku! Mówisz bardzo dobrze i to bardzo ciekawe słuchać Cię po polsku! :-) Wróże zwiększenie ilości fanów :-)

[@johnzoidberg9764]

Tak czy inaczej 95% widzów to Polacy bo kogo innego obchodzimy. :) Raz na jakiś czas fajnie by było go posłuchać po Polsku ale chętnie po angielsku oglądam(może czegoś się nauczę) :P

[@mariagola5537]

@@johnzoidberg9764 Kogo innego obchodzimy?? Jakieś kompleksy?

[@jacekkubala6944]

Russell, you should also do "Yes Yes" program for foreigners. My tips: 1.Try to use some Polish words like "proszę" " dziękuję" even with awful pronounciation. Poles will apreciate it. 2.Try to learn anything about Polish history and geography to show that Poland is interesting for you. Tip for people from USA: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ko%C5%9Bciuszko_Squadron 3.Praise Polish food (some dish you really like: e.g. pierogi, kotlet schabowy etc.) Do not praise dish you don't like, because to can be fed with it by Polish ;-) 4.Take off shoes in Polish house. Host will give you ... slippers

[@joodlaa2584]

Well done!

[@wadysawkostrzewski8557]

good points!

[@The0Stroy]

Exeption about no hands in pockets is of course outside, durring winter. No one care that you put your hands into jacket pockets if weather is freezing. About tickets - there are ticket vendor machines on stops and on board of buses and trams in many cities. Saying that Poland was part of USSR is like saying that Panama or Salvador was part of US. Same as those states we were technically independent, but full of agents of "big brother" ready to stage coup in any sight of political or economic independence...

[@zepter00]

That iż bullshit about these agents and it would be solved by huge land invasions with dozens of divisions.

[@wolnytarnow4135]

Sorry bro, but best frend of Poland is Hungary!

[@annajasiek9520]

So true :D My english isn't very good but I think that your film is so helpful for prospective traveller :) We invite to a visit in Poland :D

[@kukay00]

U do a great job man 😀

[@LoveMyPoland]

Dziękuję 👍

[@penguinsfan251]

This may sound like being a know it all, but it would probably be a good idea not to bring up religion, either. While Poland is a Catholic country, not everyone goes to church every week. I bring this up because I once came across a few KZbin videos of an American woman loudly berating Poles leaving church after Mass and bashing their faith. Not a good idea.

[@mariagola5537]

Someone should have kicked her ass

[@jakubs.5966]

Yup. I mean if you listen to heavier music, there is one word showing how ignorant you are thinking that whole country is highly religious. Behemoth. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epnJqmyKhcyUY8U&start_radio=1

[@liberalprogressive3684]

Really an American 'karen' Probably obese and foul mouthed too.

[@frytek68]

I would never think about a foreigner that they look 'foolish' if they don't get something related to a culture of a foreign country. I hope nobody does. People should be aware that certain things are different across the planet. ;) From the other hand: what I don't get in the U.S.: salesmen or waitresses ask "how are you today" and they don't give a sh*t about the answer. Sometimes they even continue speaking before you utter the first word. This is absolutely crazy. For me, a simple hello would be enough. This is by the way how we greet people in Poland :)

[@vindictive8934]

damn right ! i never understand why American ppl ask you "how are you today" and dont give a damn about it, its empty words. im stunned. im like, do i know you or You realy wanna chat right now xD in poland "dzień dobry" when u enter "dowidzenia" when you leave, and personal i always wish a good day or evening >:)

[@MrPants1970]

Coming to Poland from the UK soon, can’t seem to find any info on my medication that I need to take each day.

[@jolantamsk3894]

Thanks, Russel:)

[@michaw948]

If I'm driving without the ticket, I'm looking at the bus stop just before the bus arrives. If you see 2 guys who stand together, but they get to the bus by different doors, they are kanars for sure

[@zbigniewsiarkiewicz438]

Ale juz za pozno na ucieczke ....it's too late to run away ...

[@michaw948]

@@zbigniewsiarkiewicz438 Na to ma się zawsze w zapasie bilet 20 minutowy. W takiej sytuacji nie uciekasz, a idziesz do kasownika. Chociaż i na ucieczkę jest czas w razie braku tego biletu.

[@jeyparker3]

i agree about the chewing gum. i find it quite rude/disrespectful when someone is talking to me while chewing a gum cause it feels like if they are not really interested in this conversation.

[@alexandra75942]

Grettings from Poland

[@fiucik1]

Shit, you nailed it. Looking forward for part 2.

[@MrFibbanacci]

I would like to see the opposite themed video - 20 things to know about Americans.

[@kaylacolgan]

I could say Yes, Good Morning, and my name is in Polish.

[@mylesginvestment3513]

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[@rydaPL]

Everything said hire is true. Best regards!

[@MaleWuWu]

Pozdrowionko ;) Cheers!

[@zuahr6633]

Funny thing about coins and change: in Polish law it is the buyer who is obliged to have the right amount of money. According to the law, the shop assistant does not have to have a change for you. Funny as it is, but it is a fact.

[@frofrofrofro900]

Not quite. finanse.wp.pl/czy-kasjer-ma-obowiazek-wydawania-reszty-sprawdzilismy-co-na-to-prawo-i-sklepy-6479579520108161a

[@zuahr6633]

@@frofrofrofro900 this article just proved what I said 😁.

[@slawomirpalaszczuk4288]

Russell eastern europe is Moscow, people dont relaise europes border is ural mountains, in the middle of russia

[@renatasaraziemska7729]

HI Bardzo dobry filmik ,Trafne ,,spostrzezenia,Czekam na 2 zesc ,Buziaki z Londynu. See you .

[@victoriapiasecka7766]

My husband is Polish. Visiting 8/8/23. I will acclimate fast thanks to him🎉

[@TheArgus1000]

Kanary will catch you especially when you have only one tram line ;)

[@MartinPozoga]

@KowalDW They have a 6th sense I think. I always have my monthly all-lines ticket fee paid and they never bother checking me... unless I'm one day late :D

[@andrewbowman732]

Great video! I met my wife in Wroclaw and made the mistake of referring to Poland as Eastern Europe... I also got caught without a tram ticket, but I gladly accepted the 50 zł ticket and walked to the Rynek.

[@LoveMyPoland]

Live and learn and warn others 😉👍

[@alfonzinaboonzaier839]

Sharing this to world

[@helenedwards7790]

I was just talking to my 15 year old daughter today about going to Poland for the month of December and see what it is like for Christmas over there.

[@LoveMyPoland]

Let's pray it'll be possible. My family really want to come for Christmas, too 🙏🎄