Don’t dress for success | Nat’s What I Reckon | TEDxSydney

[@jfong9]

Sincerely, it wasn’t just because you trashed jar sauce. It was because you were encouraging people to take care of themselves, learn something new, AND to believe in their untapped abilities. PLUS the food was damn delicious. P.s. curse away, friend.

[@groovermctuber99]

I've made End of Days Bolognese several times. Delicious! And all the other stuff you said. Nailed it. :)

[@ameixsell]

DAMN Jackie... sorry couldn't help myself

[@MaddockJames]

THIISSSSSS^^^

[@bugnazbinnyking1198]

✨

[@tangentric]

Should've been Australian of the Year for how many people he helped deal with life in 2020. Haven't used jar sauce ever since.

[@peteyd1984]

I bet you still use zucchini though

[@judithsanderson4329]

Best idea, he is soooo Aussie, entertaining and educational lol Why by jar sauce when it’s quicker and better to create

[@kylesmith7086]

Why in the f@¢k ya using jar sauce in the first place?

[@CastledarkDweller27]

NAT FOR P.M!!

[@simon9447]

The strength to be different.... he has it in spades. Amazing guy. Good luck to you dude, I am rooting for you.

[@xkupi]

That crowd was so awkward for like no reason....That one old guy laughing made it so much better 😂

[@michaeljennisonjr.7410]

Been poring over the comments to try and confirm if that's Bob Hoskins. Lol

[@jj2024-themorethemerrier]

One of the many things I love about Nat is that he’s one of the few moments in my week when someone calls me a champion 💜

[@patrickswayze2596]

You ARE a champion Joanna, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise 💗

[@patrickgeorgegalvin7763]

Hey Champion!!!

[@mattgill803]

@@patrickswayze2596 you were great in Roadhouse!

[@tonyvort3881]

Your a champion

[@theoriginaldudes]

Good on ya champion! Keep on killing it! 🥇🏆

[@spikeroyy]

Damn... as an American who’s basically revolved their life around trying to fit in and be a better cog for the wheel... this is refreshing. True Champion this man.

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

Thank you for your perspective¡ Knowledge is power. Creativity is freedom. Only dead fish go with the flow. . . . . . .

[@Angie-in8wc]

Never forget - you’re a champion

[@impalethenazarene]

Listen here Seppo...just head to your local risole, order a counter feed, grab a sherbet, put $5 each way on the daily double and things will be sweet...if you don’t spew, and you hang around long enough...you might even pull a root!👍🏻 *aussies please feel free to decipher the code* The Seppos life depends on it 👍🏻

[@schnupsyjen2552]

@@impalethenazarene naaaaa.... let em ava go

[@dingdong8473]

We’re all fucken champions 👍

[@jaybruz.5688]

I am a chef, and the way he carried himself in the kitchen made me think he had years of experience, like he was qualified. it was like looking back at myself when i was a young chef, his knife skills are excellent.

[@vithakatsa5451]

Same here he chops like a pro leg nails back n all go Nat dog GO ! Sik kont

[@grantsmith505]

True. Lot better than any of our apprentices

[@lukeroberts440]

I love that they didn't censor out any of our day to day language.

[@HostilePride]

Let's be real, they can't really censor half a Ted talk :P

[@Faxy95]

@@HostilePride haha good one

[@m35boostystag29]

To censor this is to censor Australia and we won't stand for it

[@Madchris8828]

Censoring an Australian would be a sadness.

[@ThreeToesofFury]

Nat is, hands down, one of the greatest things ive found on youtube. He's funny. He's original. He's smart. and to top it off, He's taught me to cook a LOT of great dishes. Roberts-ya-fatha's-brotha-he's-a-champian.

[@TriloByte101]

yea i can agree on that mate

[@rowanbowyer6560]

I followed one of his recipes and I impressed my family for a minute, it was great!

[@lennydicko]

👍🙌👏

[@ShockingPikachu]

Found him through Nigel Ng. Amazing channel Nat has built up

[@andrewthomas695]

Finally, a Ted talk that didn't feel like hype or hubris. It's been a while. That's what I reckon, Nat.

[@bozotheclown4165]

This is one of the most honest and down to earth Ted Talks I've ever seen. Good on ya champion!

[@djctoafn]

Never heard so much swearing at a ted talk - I like it ;-)

[@Red_Beard2798]

He's an Aussie - we tend not to hold back 👍

[@timetherington1986]

That isn't swearing that is ordinary Australian parlance. I should fuckn know.

[@lazygit5415]

Yeah nah, hey

[@DemarcusCousins_III]

@@timetherington1986 yup indeed

[@m35boostystag29]

This is all day, everyday here haha

[@wickedlee]

As some one who has mental health issues, pink hair, too many tattoos and swears a bit much, I am the person Nat is talking about. And he's right. I don't fit in to the 'normal success' model. BUT I have found my place in the world, and funnily enough it's on KZbin and running my own 3d printing business. My success depends on me, just like Nat's depends on him. His success niche is him, and that wonderful personality. I couldn't give a sh!t about cooking. I watch Nat for Nat and I'll support him as long as he continues being real and true to himself.

[@charlottegrace6656]

As someone who has mental health issues, long green hair, tattoos and piercings, and swears a bit too much, I'm so happy you found your place. Edit: I think, I hope, I've found mine now.

[@tonyvort3881]

Fitting in isn't easy but have you tried? I mean there's stores like hot topic that sell vanilla. You say you don't fit in but by experience anyone that tries does???

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

@@tonyvort3881 Have you been to Westfield Bondi Junction¿ You must try the shoes.... 👀 .

[@PinataOblongata]

It's not intuitive to grasp, but everyone's success is completely luck of the draw. Nat was lucky enough to be smart enough and have the resources available and personal temperament to be able to do what he did/does. A slightly different Nat would not have the patience to film himself, might not be good with technology, might not live in a country with clean drinking water, for that matter. This story of the "misfit made good" is universally loved and always has been, because all the plebs like to be able to think they can do it, too. Of course, only a select few can, by definition, because if everyone was successful, there'd just be a new definition of success. Not ever band can catch a break and get a record deal or become a viral hit. Not everyone who can make KZbin vids or print off 3D printed parts can be successful. Everyone's success is governed by so many random things, including all the random things that made them the person they are - you had no choice in your genes, nor the environment (aka, stuff that happens to you) that interacted with those genes to produce you and your brain, so whether or not you have any propensity for doing the things society values (at any class level) is entirely NOT your own doing. It feels like your success depends on you, but it doesn't.

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

@@PinataOblongata THIS. . . . . . . Well said my friend

[@higgsfield2325]

Nat is just an honest Aussie bloke. He's a metalhead (our people) and like most metalheads do, he understands the importance of carving your own path and being as honest to yourself as possible. That means you don't "dress for success", you dress for you! - You're a legend Nat ❤️🤙

[@raynemadison2108]

These are my top five reasons why Nat is great.... 1-He is completely himself. 2-He says what he thinks, not what he thinks you want to hear. 3-He has discovered that the secret to life is doing what you love. 4-He is not afraid to try something new. 5-He understands defeat and laughs at it. Thanks for the inspiration Nat!

[@blairheather3566]

And now he has a published book, which won the Booktopia FAB Award. He has also booked another tour, which has completely sold out. Thank you for being you Nat and thank you for doing what you do. Never give up..❤️

[@realburglazofficial2613]

Now he’s got a cookbook out too!

[@goulder72]

That was a tough audience , thanks for brightening up all our lockdowns and also got me cooking instead of cremating stuff 😂 good luck to you and Jules ..

[@opticFPV]

The old guy loved him lol

[@theadventuresofzoomandbettie]

Really hard to connect when most of the audience isn't in the room! I had the same thoughts

[@drekwilliamton5830]

@@opticFPV hahahah he was having a blast. Bless that ol knockers socks

[@magsec5]

Tough crowd cause it was the jar sauce lobby

[@leeheatherallen9196]

Fairy bread was nearly cancelled but hundreds and thousands protested . Nat is a champion 🏆

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

Well said.

[@aussiedragon288]

Oh wow that would be so difficult to present, when the audience doesn’t make a peep

[@donyp123]

Bastards! I would have been screaming

[@Vidler13]

No kidding - could give a chuckle or two but apparently not!

[@iamthebroker]

Absolutely. What a terrifying experience. Like going to a pub and some poor random is playing live in a corner and everyone ignoring them. That breaks my heart.

[@jwichmann1306]

It's frightening talking to all those screens, not much to work with.

[@SmilieLyon]

I wonder if he had more material as it seemed to end a bit abruptly

[@johnsablan6638]

Brilliant, brutal and honest. Life will never be fair but still we persist.

[@jenskilden8780]

This was the most honest TEDTalk I've seen. There is comfort here. Thank you, Nat.

[@guspo1]

For all the non Australians. We are straight forward and we love everyone and will help ya out any time in trouble. Thanks Nat. Your a champion mate.

[@TheScarlettNight]

“Maybe your seeming under-qualified makes you qualified for your success” - I love this guy, thanks for all you do man 🤘

[@ralphklewitz]

what a statement!

[@AnthonyLeighDunstan]

I’ve been a chef for 10 years so Nat’s been preaching to the converted. The reason I watch Nat is his genuinely hilarious down-to-earth manner of addressing the world. He’s a breath of foul-mouthed fresh and I love it. My sister and I both live overseas and we both love food and we both miss Oz a bit. Nat has bridged that gap. I watch Nat because of Nat. He could do anything and I’d love it! His humbleness is kingly and his honesty is makes him endearing and relatable. I totally get what he’s talking about “fitting in”. What shows his true character is that he never gave up. He just kept looking in himself to see what he had to offer. “Maybe what makes you unqualified is what makes you qualified.” Brought tears to my eyes mate. ☺️👍🏻

[@jasmine.lavender]

I love Nat! His KZbin channel has given me not only the ability to cook some delicious dishes, but also joy through his personality and ability not to take anything seriously.

[@LarisaBayaMomo]

Love Nat, his cooking videos are pure therapy, he's a happy pill. ❤

[@AwesomenessHippopotamus]

I wish TED wouldn't isolate the microphone of comedians so you could hear the audience's laughter. Bless Nat, what a guy. I really needed to hear this today.

[@AmyK007]

He is one awesome guy. Honest, down to earth, humble, funny. Nat, this world needs you badly. I haven’t bought jar sauce since I first saw you videos. Love ya buddy!!!

[@simonedwards4332]

It may be 2yrs old, but I love it. Love the message. Love his unique talent to stand-up and shoot from the hip, say what you think, try things, don’t be afraid of failure, maybe it’s just not for you, maybe it’s not for “them”; but, there is always something out there for you. If you’re being you, it’ll come. And sometimes from the strangest, most inoccuous moments of just you being you. So glad I found him in Instagram. Helped cheer me up through some horrifically challenging and dark times. Top bloke. Glass raised. Hat tipped.

[@TheFishmanAU]

The only time I’ve ever watched a TEDTalk. This is what a TED talk should be, honesty

[@davidhenderson5051]

F*** k yes! Agree

[@Xythanium]

Try out Aimee Mullins' one (called 'My Twelve Pairs of Legs') then...you might dig it. :)

[@mim19seventy7]

Same🤘🏽

[@jacoballey21]

Nat is one of those ppl anyone would be happy to have as a roommate

[@danielbenson6407]

That one old guy in the crowd is having a great time... i love it!

[@JenniferBECKETT-py8vl]

There is a kindness and an honesty which shines through you. You are wonderful😊

[@BlutigeTranen]

He brought a lot of laughter into my home during the worst time most of us have experienced in our lives. It was also the hardest time in my personal life as I was having a lot of mental health. One of the few things that made me laugh during those times. Great man doing something that works for him and makes people laugh while teaching. That's a skill many people don't have.

[@jeffclark7972]

I remember watching your first cooking video. I must have sent it to 10 friends. My next day at work we sat around the firehall and watched it. Thanks for the laughs and the cooking lessons Champion!

[@RuthGoldartist]

What a tough crowd! Nat deserved better, he helped so many people during the lockdowns with his unique sense of joy and support for championing the outsiders amongst us.

[@Kiwitekediver]

One of the realist Ted talks I've heard. You're a champion Nat

[@glennstankevicius9895]

Tough crowd to pour out your heart to, what a warrior! Nat's the best role model for our time.

[@KimStam]

Nat is an absolute fricken champion and I have been following along his videos since his first jar sauce. His ted talk really resonates with so many Australians

[@sparkfadingspark]

I find Nat and this talk so inspiring. I have struggled with finding my place and getting on my feet my whole life. I don't seem to have anything going for me. But listening to this made me feel less alone. It made me feel like maybe I can still find my own place, even if I have to work outside the box. Nat really is a champion of the people, and I wish I could meet him and thank him in person cos he really does do good work.

[@jennyaddison2584]

Thank you Nat, you have inspired me to be a better person and a better cook. You are a gentle soul, that’s why it all hurts so much. ❤️

[@ansmokeful]

This guy is so relatable. It makes me cry.

[@cawleym]

Respect to you Nat. So happy that I found your channel recently.

[@madsnoop7]

Im writing this comment to aknowledge Dave Grohl from Nirvana and the Foo Fighters being a general legend and giving Nat that boost of inspiration so many of us need . That would have been unreal Nat!

[@captchrisjones9009]

Nat has broken up the forced march of daily survival within a 2 bed apt 350 Ft off the ground! I'm classically trained in Culinary Arts. Cooking has been my therapy. You are the champion Nat!

[@j11111bs]

Keep doing what your doing. Your a beacon for the outcast and underdogs. Authenticity is the key to success and happiness. Your the man!

[@1993Revhead]

The most unbiased bloke. Straight to the point! More Aussies need to be like him.

[@MsFishfish1]

Watched so many of his videos and he deserves all the success he reaps. Highly original, funny and intelligent and his content has education and point to it. Can tell he was a bit nervous here but well done to him for operating outside his comfort zone. No looking back now 👍🏻

[@finnnation]

My boy and I have made every one of your recipes this whilst under lockdown this year. You kept us laughing, sane and busy during a time that could’ve gone more pear shaped than it already was. So I thank you. You’re the champion you often speak of.

[@craigdavid6668]

👌

[@ChiChi-dy9qi]

Nat is an inspiration, we need more like him.

[@davidhenderson5051]

Amen

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

👀

[@afponygirl8261]

Nat, what an honest, heartfelt discussion. You speak so respectfully and remind people they are important and valued, we are champions, just like you :)

[@lukeredward8315]

Nat is a national champignon !!!

[@kylalinnenkohl9397]

People love you for your authenticity!

[@marks5459]

It’s his honesty and courage to be unreservedly Nat that is so damn cool 🤘

[@eborgz]

The lesson here my friends is "just be yourself". 💯Truly and inspiration .

[@flipinnout]

This Guy is a simple living legend. Organically self made.

[@jonnothetrucker]

Nat, you're an absolute bloody champion! An absolute inspiration to me, and so many other people!! You make me proud to be an Aussie!

[@Madchris8828]

Man is a champion himself. Unironically love his channel. Fun guy and provides genuinely great cooking advice.

[@123jlb]

Champion of Champions! every time he calls me a champion during his shows I feel like a champion. its like magic!

[@RachiGful]

We are so lucky to have the breadth of heroes here who can and do speak their truth, find an audience, and do it for real. Good onya Nat, keep telling it like it is and encourage everyone to get back to basics and try a little, even if its just sauce

[@andrewwalton5735]

One of the absolute best things to be uncovered in 2020 through new media is Nat. His brutally honest method has been a wonderful antidote for inspiration during tough times. Keep going champion.

[@merrylblair8223]

You helped get me through lockdown, Nat! And I LOVE your recipes! Go, go, go!!!

[@maxvoirol33]

Absolute CHAMPION. Love your content all the way from Louisville, KY, my friend. The encouragement and humor you provide really, really means something to so many people!

[@daniellawrence5789]

He is a Champion. An anomaly. He was the forgotten child in an education system that does not appreciate creativity. But is not creativity the thing that makes us progress? Good on you Champion.

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

Very well said.

[@paulcadby6925]

You are a brilliant individual who through not bending to society expectations has found their place in life. You will inspire more people than you will ever know. Good on you man 👍👍👍

[@xangee83]

Love this bloke more than words can describe.

[@samcaddy8544]

It seems like Nat wasn't a sqaure peg that was trying to fit into a round hole. He wasn't even a round peg that fit into a round hole but was a strangely octagonal shaped peg that was just waiting for the octagonal hole to come along, and it did, and there is nothing wrong with that what so ever.

[@SmartMoveGraphics]

Well said.

[@chrisgould101]

Bruh as long as he found his hole

[@Angie-in8wc]

Nat made a niche all his own

[@andreaspersson974]

Aren't we all?

[@jared5811]

Nat said shaped holes can bugger off entirely and made his own way. The way of Champions.

[@blodknut5595]

“… Maybe they’re the problem!” My life philosophy summed up right there. Thanks Nat for you candid and earnest talk! I swore when I finished school that I would never where a suit. It’s encouraging to see others struggle to be themselves. But reach the success they can manifest.

[@daina12000]

Good on you Nat - great talk, you are such a real person, and it was awesome to hear you speak from the heart. Proud of you - and you should be proud of yourself! Go you absolute champion!

[@Gagaganerd]

I feel it , I’ve never fit in anywhere , never been good at much and never was able to hold a job because it’s never what I want to do in life . I’m happy nat was able to find somthing and I hope one day I’ll find my somthing

[@janetpetersen1938]

Hang in there, even without green hair and tattoos, there are lots of us who don’t feel like we fit in. Like Nat, we fell into something we didn’t even know we could be great at.

[@azzajohnson2123]

Glad to see Nat has exposed that success is not conforming to societal norms.

[@robynt6499]

I’m from Melbourne and I soooo looked forward to Nat’s videos during lock down. He’s funny, encouraging and just himself and he made lock down just that bit more bearable. I made his self-piesolation, it was delicious! Thank you Nat for being true to you.

[@alfa2324]

Brilliant!! He is a bright guy, but being misunderstood and prejudged by the society, because he doesn’t fit into the expected normalcy. I wish him every success in life.

[@mahk777]

He's the freaking best man. I've got so much love for the dude and I've never even met him. Such a shame!

[@lamarledennis3220]

His hair is so radiant

[@lodestone69]

Everyone has their "thing", their "talent" The guy underates himself, but clearly is intelligent, street smart and has his heart in the right place. He is the true Champion!

[@ИринаМ-ю1е]

Thanks to Nat we've taken to telling people around they're Champions and Can Do It to get them through hardship. And it works every time, for there's a hidden Champignon in each and every of us. Thanks, Nat!

[@amberjames1253]

I love you’re recipes !! You’re a legend

[@MarkCerbo]

Nat What I Reckon is a True Champion, not only in Australia but he inspired a lot from all over the world. Thanks, Mate. 🙏

[@questionmark9819]

When one door closes.....Nat's a legend and an inspiration 👏👌👍good onya champion

[@nikaus10]

Thanks Nat for sharing your story, your a legend

[@CR-hp4mm]

Love him!!! He could talk about door knobs and I'd listen for hours. So fresh! Awesome!

[@bigdaddy496]

Love this doods cooking videos. Hes an everyday guy showing everyday people that they can do anything they want once they get past the fear and anxiety

[@jessnic3052]

Good on you Nat! Love your work ⭐️ such a genuine and authentic person!

[@vickilennon2556]

Thanks for sharing your story Nat. I'm so pleased that you found your niche!

[@jull444]

Such a great personality with this bloke, perfect for the screen!

[@____stu____]

When the camera panned round and there was 15 people in the audience, that must have been rough performing to so few mate, great set though!

[@Elssi]

There was alot more watching if you look at the hexagon screens

[@fyiaustralia9686]

That's phukn COVID BS for you...

[@Littlelurch85]

Yup loved watching his cooking vids, made pretty much most of them during our lockdown here in South Africa! Loved it. The bolognaise recipe was my favourite one to make. Thanks Nat.

[@werebilbyj4449]

you are an honorary brother in our family Nat! We love ya!

[@lightbarssirensaustralia]

Brilliant and how you found your way is superb.

[@michken5722]

You are always meant to be, who you are .❤️

[@darlinglittleoness]

You’re an inspiration to so many. Keep on keeping on ❤️

[@danielmurcott4564]

Raw,brutal,honest and genuine. Good work mate.

[@Finnmc21]

This man got me through the dhitty year of 2020, turning 18 in a national lockdown & being stuck at home all day in my own thoughts. Nat made me and my dad laugh an unbelievable amount together & I’ll be taking his recipes to University with me! And that’s what I reckon ;)

[@hipopotomusman]

This was a great talk. What he says holds true to me. I remember when that sauce video came out. So happy for his success.

[@ladytess23]

I absolutely love this guy. Nat is the best!!

[@tylercousins7779]

Best KZbinr there is. HIs vids are very educational and hilarious. Nat, Keep on killing it. You're Awesome. And thank you to the TedX organization for looking past his appearance and language to show people that even people that are different from you are nice, awesome and talented.

[@IlliterateSage]

Wow, tough crowd. At least they cheered for you at the end. Don't worry. I was laughing throughout.

[@JiggyWilson]

Nat's a real Champion. A good egg if ever there was one.

[@Danicker]

Wow what a refreshing perspective. It makes me realise that there is a huge bias in how we hear from others since only successful people have the chance to share their story

[@natashabyrnes4542]

We love you Nat. A true aussie champion.