Meet the Mennonites Behind One of the World's Best Syrups

From our friends at Southern Foodways Alliance, this piece produced by 1504 focuses on the Muddy Pond Sorghum Mill, a family-owned sorghum syrup producer in Tennessee.
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[@locketom]

This man is the living embodiment of "it ain't much but its honest work"

[@erinhowett3630]

"It's my sorghum. I'm gonna eat all I want." I like this man.

[@justin3231]

I would like this comment but it's at 666, the lord's number.

[@phaser78]

Mennonites saved our house! There was a flood in Red Bluff, Ca several years ago that destroyed or partly damaged dozens of homes in our area. 2 days after the flood we were frantically trying to clear the tile/carpet/linoleum out before the water soaked up into our frame into the electrical etc..Men (who i thought were contractors) drove past our house in a pickup: i needed help so i chased after them to ask if they were for hire. They told me they were Mennonites and that they would help me do whatever i needed for free if i told them what i needed done and allowed them to do it, saying the hardest part would be for me to tell them what to do and stand back: They returned to my house in 3 trucks full of nice young and older men who cleared out all the flooring including ceramic tile, carpet/padding, linoleum and laminate planks. they had everything piled in my front yard within 2 hours AND they string-leveled all my drywall at 32 inches, cut it out and removed all the wet drywall. Then they got a big bin and took it all to the dump: they would only take $80 for the dump fee's. Other neighbors waited days/weeks to remove their drywall/flooring and lost everything due to water damage and subsequent mold etc...we were rebuilding within weeks. Mennonites saved our home!

[@blauer2551]

I would find a way to repay them, and then some, for their help in your time of need.

[@78phaser]

@@blauer2551 of course we did but I'd never humble brag that.amd thanks for attempting to guilt shame me doofus

[@blauer2551]

@@78phaser Don’t get triggered, I was referring to what I would do. I stated “I “ not “YOU”. Must feel ashamed of what you gave in return if you respond like that. Could’ve said it without humble bragging.

[@SoldierPoet]

@@blauer2551 You didn't say anything wrong. His reply to you was just plain rude.

[@Sam-vy8ye]

This made me feel really peaceful for some reason

[@kk-qu1zc]

noob

[@edropper2732]

Yeah me too,plus I just smoked a lil

[@inotaarto8719]

Hes in the peace Jesus left him, us. Peace buddy 🕊️

[@inotaarto8719]

@@edropper2732 Me too buddy, i have a theory its Gods love towards us, manifest in a deep, overwhelming peace. If He is whit us, who can stand against us.

[@levilevis9032]

POV, you're living a quiet yet profitable lifestyle running a farm that people visit just to look at because they envy you that much. Good ending.

[@Tengoamame]

"The world is a mean place if you don't know what you're doing." cant agree more

[@helenhighwater5313]

And when you do know what you're doing, it's still mean.

[@aquarius5264]

"whoooooooooooo- *OOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAOOO!"* -weird steamy siren chimney thing

[@BaquePhotography]

The world is a mean place. It doesn't care what you know.

[@tomjones4318]

Yep. Needs no editing as stated really. Helps to realize this is a self-employed man. Have fun with the variations though.

[@AdamBechtol]

@@aquarius5264 lol

[@kutterfiend5433]

I felt that wholeheartedly when he said "I ventured out and found out that world was a mean place if you didn't know what you were doing."

[@christopherneelyakagoattmo6078]

It's pretty damn mean, once you figure it out. You can just cope better.

[@juhRave]

Yeah that hit me. Feels bad knowing sometimes people just aren't set up for the tragedy that is wider society but I'm overjoyed that he's content in his little section of our universe.

[@jamesjonnes]

Apparently modernity has bit him in the but, though. No children, just like the rest of modern people.

[@danielt.3152]

He seems like a really decent human being. I would definitely think he would be a good friend.

[@phone4189]

3:23 "Guarantee ya, it will not make you fat; I will tell ya, the butter and biscuits will get you." The grin after he says that is priceless. That's a guy who knows how to sell a sales pitch

[@RawShogun]

“ it won’t make you fat, but the butter and biscuits will get you” Sold I’ll take two

[@CountSalazar]

That smile he did when he said that lol. Was serious before saying that lol

[@A20FtPancake]

@@CountSalazar I just that scene. You know he was waiting to drop that line..

[@creditrepairwizards]

BUY SOME www.mcssl.com/store/muddypondsorghumllc

[@gaymichaelis7581]

jon devieon That was very funny his remark! Plus yours!

[@RawShogun]

@ 300mg of protein? say swear.

[@LevNavarre]

When I clicked on this link I absolutely didn't expect to hear a Mennonite compare food to sex. I guess certain human experiences really are universal.

[@Orthoindian]

I was triggered by it too lol

[@azshooter348]

So, where do you think where baby Mennonites come from? Duh!

[@LevNavarre]

@@azshooter348 Wherever they come from, I'm convinced they're made the old fashioned way, with great conviction.

[@dimitriosmakropoulos8641]

Without telephones, radio, television, computers or the internet, they have a lot more time to spend on improving life skills.

[@kaosinc]

@@dimitriosmakropoulos8641 You're thinking of the Amish. Mennonites use electrical devices and modern equipment.

[@InfectedByZanza]

He is the 10% of people in the world that actually loves his job, and you can tell that he really puts his heart and soul into it

[@gerardomartinez9075]

When he said "Its just like sex its all good some is just better then others" had me 💀💀😂

[@forcozying8549]

Yeah, was not expecting that 😄

[@whoopsie890]

@@forcozying8549 Especially from a Mennonite.

[@blaablaahi]

@@forcozying8549 what else do mennonites have to do at night? 🤣

[@naveenudawella]

were those sex noises we hear in the background when he says it?

[@finished6267]

And in his case, you're never really finished making it.

[@kutter_ttl6786]

This man is such a pure soul, him and his family really are quite incredible.

[@mikeries8549]

Incredible means "lacking credibility". You called him a liar. Pick another adjective.

[@bonniekeough244]

@@mikeries8549 synonyms: magnificent, wonderful, marvelous, spectacular, remarkable, phenomenal, prodigious, miraculous, sublime, breathtaking, dazzling, amazing, stunning, astounding, astonishing, awe-inspiring, staggering, extraordinary, unbelievable, formidable, imposing, impressive, supreme, great, awesome, superhuman, unco, fantastic, terrific, tremendous, stupendous, amazeballs, mind-boggling, mind-blowing, out of this world, unreal, wondrous

[@tombryan1]

He selling a product, hes a pitchman for his product. You are easily duped, how do you know so much about his character based on a 10 minute video?

[@MyName_Jeff]

@@mikeries8549 Lol wat.... that's not at all what incredible means

[@BlueStoneMusical]

Be it jealousy or a jaded sense of reality some of you need to wake up and smell the roses. Take a walk and leave the internet behind. The world is still a beautiful place full of decent people despite what the internet might say. All people have flaws but that doesn’t mean this guy has to be just some evil con man only out to pitch his product. Maybe he just wants to pitch his product well so his family prospers.

[@justinerwin3587]

Him: "There's nothing folks love more than watching a horse walk in a circle." Me, as I watch a horse walk in a circle: "I think I want to go visit that factory." Dang, he was right.

[@creditrepairwizards]

buy some www.mcssl.com/store/muddypondsorghumllc

[@localppc242]

Horse walking in circles is just for show now. They use a machine now.

[@89gohone]

He got me to 😅😅

[@insomnialemon]

Lmfao i couldn’t hold my laugh with that line. Dude know how to capitalize history 😂

[@Jason-vn5xj]

Coming next month to Netflix: Horse In A Circle

[@ajfehr7421]

Very well done documentary. Greetings from a fellow Mennonite living up here in Saskatchewan, Canada. Our 500 year Mennonite history began Holland. Over the centuries our ancestors moved to Poland, Germany, Ukraine and eventually to Canada and the US...from here some moved to Mexico, Belize, Bolivia, etc. The ingenuity and work ethic of the Mennonite people is amazing and admired in our society. Today you find us Mennonites everywhere...federal politics, Doctors, farmers, nurses, professors, owners of large manufacturing companies, lawyers, inventors and engineers to name a few. Lots of Guenthers in our area too. Thanks...again for this beautiful and informative video.

[@jacobortega2786]

Moved to tears with this man's voice and dedication to his trade. God bless the sorghum master

[@schertt]

i really appreciate a biopic where you don't hear the interviewer once

[@humushumus2219]

​@grace 73 There is a time to hear the interviewer and the questions, but more and more often interviewers, journalists make it about themselves.

[@nickg2366]

@xeepromx like Nick.

[@billyhighfill]

Biopic. Hmm. Good word.

[@wes4192]

@@billyhighfill the incorrect one

[@peteacher52]

Much to like here - work ethics, attitudes and processes, with quiet modest people.

[@TinyHorse_]

It seems we have a comment for over three years ago. Hello from the future

[@fredrickmtula970]

@Pesky Pickle pssssst practice silence.

[@CaptainC0rrupt]

"This is my calling, and i'm gonna do it til i die" That hit in so many ways... the passion that this man has is remarkable.

[@iamfinky]

Being from across the pond, I had no idea what sorghum was until I saw this, so I'm glad to have found this piece. To the makers: this is really beautiful - you did well in showing us the heart of the people you focused on and those little end credit moments were great. Nice work.

[@BallisticBBQ]

I've never had sorghum, that I know of at least... Watched this video and had to try it. Ordered some Muddy Pond, which arrived today. Good stuff and does have a slight molasses(y) flavor. Going to have to concoct a BBQ sauce with it.

[@rionmotley2514]

+Ballistic BBQ Just saw this... and I'm totally ordering some. Haven't had sorghum in... over 18 years. Can't beat it. Unless you add Xanthan gum. Then you can whip it. Whip it good.

[@BallisticBBQ]

LOL! Better late than never. Here now!

[@staceygorski2448]

Ballistic BBQ

[@dawnwoodcock5256]

Love sorghum. No after taste like molasses

[@Mbuzisana]

Good to know bbq is following this channel.

[@seahawks1185]

This guys voice is calming lol, he sounds quite intelligent also.

[@jameschou888]

Sea Hawks he sounds enlightened despite explaining things in such an accessible manner

[@charleshmansfield5786]

Sea Hawks To do what he does takes brains. Yes, he is very intelligent.

[@helenhighwater5313]

@@charleshmansfield5786 He is an inventor, had to conceptualize and build original equipment to make his craft more efficient.

[@Jspackman]

I can’t quite figure out the accent. Pennsylvania Dutch with a little Boston? It sounds nice though!

[@jayhache5609]

spackermen Middle Tennessee. It’s not what Hollywood would have us believe it is...

[@billbadson7598]

_"It's just a much healthier sweetener for you. Guarantee you, it will not make you fat. But I will tell you, the butter and the biscuits will get you."_ The way he smiled at the camera after he said that, somehow put me into this sense of perfect inner peace, and acceptance of the universe I live in. I hope, when my time comes, my last moments on this earth are filled with that same feeling. Like God reaching out and telling the ultimate dad joke through the mouth of one of His children.

[@7bloodi]

Holy shit....A hillbilly quotes a line on biscuits and this guy's third eye opens up hahaha....maybe get our more brah.

[@apothecurio]

@@7bloodi It was not really what he said, it was more in the delivery. Part of the magic of the quote IS how simple it is. Simplicity is an ultimate bliss.

[@egregiousqueef7781]

Yeah man, go to _Burning Man_ and become such an original and creative person taking psychedelics in the desert if you _really_ want to open your third-eye Come on all those wealthy, definitely financially stable trust-fund babies, white people and glampers can't all be boring one-dimensional consumer automatons trying to be trendy.

[@billbadson7598]

hehe, no need for conflict. I like psychedelics AND honest displays of human warmth alike.

[@nope929]

@@egregiousqueef7781 what are you on about? Because I can't see the connection between your rant and the hard working Mennonite's quote.

[@Khalrua]

Imagine how happy we’d all be if we lived more like this guy

[@raphaelmandona8173]

'it's my sorghum and am gonna eat how much i want '. You deserve it sir

[@blackoceancreativeuniverse]

"You can take my sorghum from my cold, dead hands"- Sorghum Heston

[@svenmedyona4649]

This is the kind of American-style family life I always adore. Just a small family running their own honest business. I wish the documentary was longer. Could watch it all day long.

[@TheRealTurboJesus]

This is what we should all work towards from the time we are old enough until we achieve it

[@franssa1237]

I like how he talk. It makes you think it's to slow of a pace, but can not resist to hear the rest.

[@FieryRedDonkeyOfHell]

His pacing is so relaxed. He's a good narrator.

[@probablyAddison]

Anyone else just appreciate how soothing his voice is and how humble he seems? Also, what's with people going there and watching the horse walk in circles? Lol

[@john-marcventimiglia211]

"It's just like sex. It's all good just some is better than others" Did I hear that right?

[@dmminion8407]

John-Marc Ventimiglia Yes.

[@Vnix]

+John-Marc Ventimiglia typically when people are fixated on a particular thing and claims its like sex, they really mean it.

[@devvvvvvvvvvvv]

+John-Marc Ventimiglia This man fucks for sure.

[@TheKristenGibson]

Yes lol

[@moto6ixmoto83]

It’s a Mennonite saying

[@Abdullah_N1987]

I wish I had half as much passion this guy has for anything in life

[@Journey4SureKnowledge-N-Wisdom]

searching for it in a world that mocks it won't help....you have to develop it yourself and then make certain that your children are brought up with the same morals and values.

[@tatekixland5036]

Damn I wish I was doing something like that with my life

[@BlakeH97]

"I don't look, I don't wonder" Only of more people could think that. So many people look far beyond what they've got and wonder what it'd be like to have more or have what someone else has. But being happy with whats in front of you is what we all should strive for

[@kk-qu1zc]

Some people also don't realize what their potential is and don't try enough. They get stuck in a rut and feel like there is no point striving for something better, many have a weak ass defeatist attitude. It goes both ways.

[@lourivalaraujoneto5843]

Striving is a relative term... If a person find happiness and joy in his isolation it is a striving life, society puts a lot of pressure to fit in some standarts like it means happiness

[@L3yL1n3]

I mean he did wonder and to quote him “...the world is a mean place ”

[@newbiegarden]

This mans product IS THE BEST! I also want to mention that I envy his life and love his quote at the end. "This is my calling, this is my life".

[@egregiousqueef7781]

I know, right? What percentage of people do you know who are genuinely happy at their jobs? Are doing exactly what they want to be doing, what makes them happiest, where they feel the most productive and appreciated? Most people are forced into a job they dislike so they don't die or lose their shelter; and we shamed into getting a job, even if we loathe being at it and drink everyday we get of. And the only incentive to work harder at a job like this is that you make more money... how sad But I personally have never met a person despite making more money from working harder EVER got out of the misery and dislike they had for their job

[@vanhalenps4]

This is awesome. The guy had an engineer's mind from a young age- thinking of ways to make sorghum production better. So he came back to his calling and kept the trade alive. We need to support people like this. Everyone in the comments saying you wish you could do something similar. You can. If enough people decided to go back to a more simple lifestyle of manual labor and craftsmen trading goods and services you could start a community and drop out of the rat race

[@nakeishasalmons9673]

Well I think it is possible but something like this requires land, which costs money and you have to have some knowledge about whatever it is you wish to do. Not saying it’s impossible, just going to take some time and money before you see any return.

[@MAMorelli]

Also don’t forget the religious dogma nonsense that comes with it.

[@therealberlinsylvie]

@@MAMorelli Ah geez, was that necessary? I’m not in any way religious, in fact I am atheist... but I mean, if it works for the Guenther family, for instance, why criticize? To each their own. (edited for typo)

[@MAMorelli]

@@therealberlinsylvie Take a look at the American Supreme Court, the Middle East, and the treatment of gays on the African continent and ask me that question again.

[@safetymikeengland]

When I was 10, my mom and dad left the rat race (Chicago area) and went to southern mo to farm. I am thankful every day I had the chance to grow up farming. I admire this man; he did something similar.

[@warsameadam5572]

This is the first time I've seen syrup made of sorghum. America is lucky to have people like him and his family. Trade and family business like this is disappearing fast.

[@nakeishasalmons9673]

Warsame Adam I’ve seen it before, my mom likes it, but it definitely isn’t widely available. I’m pretty sure it is made from a different but similar plant to sorghum wheat. It is great to see someone making it into a family business, so much is commercialized and I think we need to get back to supporting family and local businesses.

[@andreasschaetze2930]

Sadly so. And with it tradition and culture.

[@Freeelyy]

This guy is the left’s worst nightmare.

[@blllllllllllllllllllrlrlrl7059]

Not really. 98% of farms are family owned.

[@bmiles4131]

@@nakeishasalmons9673 sorghum is a different plant from wheat

[@ReapWhatYaSow]

Honesty time, growing up, I wanted to be a farmer. I thought it was honest work and I thought it could be profitable. At least, be self-sustainable. When I got a little older, I was told, "if you don't have any family land, you can't just start a farm". Well, that crushed my dreams right there. But, I guess through inheritance, I stand to inherit about 100 acres from my stepdad. I may just get my farm yet. God Bless this man and his Sorghum.

[@JohnWCH]

IDK about 100 acres, but we bought a 5 acre "farmette" for the same price as a "regular" house. It's further away from the city, but not by much, and this is our first spring trying our hand at farming. You can do it. I cant tell you how much work (and fun!) we are having doing it. I wish you the best of luck out there.

[@tablature6121]

I wish you Godspeed in your dream, Reaper. A saying from decades ago: "Only 2 ways to get started in farming nowadays: either marry it or inherit it." I was fortunate enough to experience the latter. I hope all goes well with you.

[@ReapWhatYaSow]

@@tablature6121 I am set to inherit about 150 acres if my Stepfather were to pass before I.

[@turbodog99]

That’s hobby farm size but good luck

[@jawsch]

Something I never thought I'd hear... "Sorghum. It's just like sex. It's all good, some is just better than others"

[@harrywilson404]

This is what our country needs more of. Hard work, passion for what you make, and ingenuity

[@chrismcquade4424]

Much respect for this man.

[@d.jensen5153]

Too many young people start out wanting to be rich, when what they really ought to want is to be really good at doing something.

[@davidferrer678]

You do realize that’s every generation of young people right ?

[@StonyRC]

It's a lucky man that finds his place in the world and therein is truly content. I could listen to this guy all day - he's a natural-born philosopher!

[@standalone2358]

If only there were more people like this, focused, driven and satisfied.

[@randygoertzen6010]

Theres tons of people like this all over America mexico and Canada

[@standalone2358]

@@randygoertzen6010 Of course, there are, I was saying, if only there were more.

[@randygoertzen6010]

@@standalone2358 Can you be one

[@standalone2358]

@@randygoertzen6010 No, I wish though.

[@randygoertzen6010]

@@standalone2358 You can I believe in you

[@mikelitoris843]

Dude's like the Hank Hill of sorghum, I tell you hwat...

[@somethingclever6487]

Sorghum and sorghum accessories

[@BigDaddy-vr2ut]

Who’s hank hill

[@IB-1963]

@@BigDaddy-vr2ut I feel you might be trolling - but that's Okay I will bite - Hank Rutherford Hill is a fictional character and the main protagonist of the Fox animated television series King of the Hill. He lives in the fictional town of Arlen, Texas, with his family and works as the assistant manager of a local branch of Strickland Propane. You could have easily Googled this yourself. Watch some of the episodes - very entertaining

[@kenghkishan]

Hank HIll would be way too prude to make a sex joke.

[@beastlyjoe217]

@@kenghkishan shut up Kahn - Hank Hill

[@timmyz1963]

This is quite inspiring. It is not often you find someone with such simple passion and love for his work. It make him who he is. I hope to be like that one day.

[@tydeze1]

It's 11 at night but man do I feel like a need to go to work right now.

[@dracoarawn4002]

Just purchased half a gallon of this from Amazon, never tried it before. Really excited to try it, this gentleman seems really passionate in his trade. I hope my purchase supports him in someway. (Blessings be with you my brother)

[@fitrianhidayat]

Give us an update please

[@felix-dk9tr]

R.I.P

[@lumntoob999]

I watched and then bought some on Amazon to lol. I never had or even heard of sorghum before so I'm looking forward to trying it out.

[@beebop9808]

Funny hearing people talking about never trying or even hearing about sorghum when you grew up with a jar of honey and sorghum always present on the table. lol Excitement was always in the air come fall when it was harvest time and everybody could get fresh sorghum.

[@jimmyeng663]

Buy it directly from them to support them not from Amazon

[@georgeberry1959]

Part of me wants to just disappear for a year and work somewhere like this, just disconnect. Seems like such a peaceful existence.

[@monikapadilla3949]

George Berry go to Mexico ... people are friendly... you can work at any ranch there for a living.

[@monikapadilla3949]

Mexico

[@bendial1539]

Monika Padilla really?

[@djhenyo]

@@bendial1539 Mexico, in a rather odd twist, is a very hard country in which to earn citizenship. You have to renew a tourist visa every six months for the rest of your life unless you have family members at high places in the government/cartels, and without that citizenship you can never vote, get social services, or do a whole bunch of other stuff.

[@Alwis-Haph-Rytte]

It's peaceful because you're worn out from the work. Your hands are tough as leather and callused. It's a on call 24/7 job, not a 9-5 with the weekends off.

[@Chalk89]

When I see these videos it makes me envious. I love that there are people in this world who live a life in contrary to what we view as successful. Kudos to you sir - I wish you continued success.

[@Carolina-Girl-214]

He's is so proud of what he does and his love for it, is amazing. I love it. Wish the clip had been longer

[@brndo6838]

This was beautifully made, well done! Really cool to see something I had NO idea about. It's also cool to see this family's dedication to the product.

[@jc1400]

i love sorghum, especially on hot fresh biscuits. It's hard to find in Northern virginia. Edited - I found their website and just ordered.

[@Bill-cv1xu]

I like molasses, that good ol county sorghum..

[@chikiwako2250]

Can you share the link please

[@Zendo909]

"It is in my blood.. [Sorghum] is in my blood. Yes.. The doctors said so."

[@CrystalStearOfTheCas]

You can actually see in his eyes that he thought about saying something stupid like that but refrained himself. Surely for a Mennonite a butter joke AND a sex joke? Yep 2's enough

[@micsierra806]

Nice video. You all continue to impress me with your content. Please keep this format. The combination of food, people, and storytelling is on point. At no time did I feel like there was a crew and interviewer there. That is special, taking the film crew out of it and allowing the audience connect with the subject(s). Well done.

[@conservat1vepatr1ot]

I get this odd feeling, that this man like sorghum.

[@vperkv6554]

Nah, he just likes sex 😁

[@andreasschaetze2930]

How did you come to this conclusion? ;-)

[@stevebodoh2594]

My family makes maple syrup. I think it the finest you can get. I also eat all of the maple syrup I want. Our moto is "Maple on everything".

[@lifesprodject5265]

He makes sure it's in his blood every day!

[@lifesprodject5265]

@Nixon E yes we are!! Lol

[@rannychin7497]

I feel like this is the type of guy that hipsters aspire to be.

[@Tarteh]

They lack God though, that's the missing ingredient.

[@johnd5805]

Lol

[@robertkreiling1746]

Hipsters are spiritually bankrupt

[@richardpearce2186]

That statement is insulting to this man.

[@Anthony-hu3rj]

@@Tarteh Did this kind and industrious man once mention god in this documentary? No, he did not. That is my kind of Christian!

[@xenomorf2]

Always had and still have to this very moment the highest respect to all these hard working farmers out there who provide us with these awesome and delicious foods on our tables ! 👍👍

[@anieto7339]

This level of commitment to ANYTHING leaves me awestruck. I love sorghum and biscuits and people that put their heart into their labor, so I ordered 2 pints. I grew up in Knoxville and visited a couple of Mennonite communities. They are always wonderful people.

[@MrYoumitube]

I really admire the passion in this man for his business. He loves his job work hard, but is also very humble and satisfied.

[@hey_ashy]

I absolutely love the way he says, "Sorghum!" Much respect

[@j.n.8745]

Love the video. What a wonderful gift this family provides to the world.

[@Bennie32831]

Thanks to you and your family for sharing your passion

[@carolmelancon]

"The butter and biscuits will get ya", how true. Nice blend of modern tech and hand-made craftsmanship.

[@donknight5324]

I love how happy he is. He is a blessed man, good for him! What a great little video.

[@MrJackrlove]

You sir are a precious blessed man. The earth gives life and you cherish it. Your rewards are great.

[@Pmela87]

This is beautiful! The world needs to see this and learn from what passion, a dream and the pursuit of happiness can do. Not so much the destination but the journey! Well Done!

[@tstep522]

It's always cool to see someone so passionate about something, doesn't matter what it is.

[@tstep522]

+D.N. R. Wow, I bet you are fun at parties... Take your emo ass elsewhere.

[@tstep522]

I am glad you get entertainment out of intentionally twisting someone's obvious intent to something negative. I am just glad it's you and not me, that is no way to live. And that truth is something I am fine living with.

[@mesmerizineyez]

***** You're an idiot. Troy was complimenting the guy and others like him that are passionate and work hard at something they love which is on a positive note and you came down here bringing up hitler and other killers which is negative. If you don't know what the difference between hard workers (positive) and mass murderers (negative) than on top of being dumb, miserable and having no life, you're pathetic

[@tstep522]

mesmerizineyez I wouldn't waste your time on a guy like *****, he isn't going to get it. His message was as much of a call for help as it was mindless internet trolling. Until he acknowledges his actions and seeks to change them, he is a lost cause. You and I can keep on living our lives happily knowing what it is to be a positive and productive member of society.

[@mesmerizineyez]

Troy Stephens Lmao, yea I kind of figured that after his second reply to me. Smh it's sad but true. You have an awesome day Troy :)

[@blueridgebushcraft8294]

The old press and copper pans is what I remember helping my grandpa with. It soooooo good.

[@mattypants]

Such a wonderful video. Love the passion and dedication he has to his trade. We're missing a lot of that today. I've never had sorghum before, but I think I'm gonna see if I can order some of his to try!

[@AntonioCostaRealEstate]

I loved his narrative. Paced in the same way he goes about his jobs. Candid and clear.

[@dailyseharihari]

beautiful cinematography. well done.

[@bigbluechevy12345]

This is a man who has an absolute passion for something. This is how you live life my friends; be passionate about something like this man.

[@Gtrlac43]

Well done! What a great mini-documentary that celebrates a pure human. I think the world would be a better place with more like this man :)

[@armindolopes2248]

One of the most profound messages I’ve seen in a long time... long live to your family....💙

[@bobgomescruz9572]

When they make a movie about this guy the main actor should be Matthew mcconaughey.

[@keithklassen5320]

They'll have to sew his shirt on tho.

[@blackoceancreativeuniverse]

or Jim Caviezel.

[@selamau3]

It feels like watching Forrest Gump narrating

[@blackoceancreativeuniverse]

@@selamau3 high praise.

[@selamau3]

@@blackoceancreativeuniverse and I mean it in good way, very relaxing yet passionate

[@superdupersk8s]

wow.. this is so beautifully shot and edited !

[@paulandgail3212]

It’s great to see someone so passionate in what they make..it’s such an inspiration!

[@joyfuldiamonds33]

Wonderful video. So appreciate you who honestly and innocently shared your story with us who find you. What an honor. Thank you from Marysville, Washington.

[@bustabusta8720]

One of the best videos I have seen on KZbin this guys is awesome

[@gusnuk68]

watching this makes me wanna cry you did a very honoured job, sir my full respect for you

[@angelacooper4043]

Your family’s are awsome ,thanks for all your hard work !

[@zach1268]

Keep making videos like this one. I could listen to this man talk all day. I'm going to buy his sorghum.

[@youtubeusingatisdumb]

Congratulations man. I hope everyone finds that thing in life.

[@jasonlee3055]

This is what passion looks like.

[@user-op2bh7rc9z]

This man has found out the key to living a peaceful life, purpose.

[@markyearout9406]

It’s awesome to see you honor your heritage. God bless you sir. The world needs more people and families like yours. Respect to your father.

[@rookandpawn]

i love this guy and his love for craft

[@danielhowlett572]

Hell yeah brother! need more passionate people like him.

[@suckmadeck864]

This is the type of family I love. The dedication that he has and his family.

[@xXSuperFerriXx]

The quality, creativity and atmosphere in this is SO GOOD!

[@CoreyChambersLA]

A heartfelt documentary that makes me want some biscuits and sorghum.

[@sharonkeith601]

Here in Florida we still have cane syrup. Love it! Grew up on it when my family had a farm (ages 0-6). We had a mule. He was so patient. You'd think he'd have gotten fed up with it.

[@itsumonihon]

i could listen to this guy talk for hours. he seems so satisfied with life. interesting food that i'd never heard of before, i'll need to look out for it.

[@shawnwright240]

very well made. you can feel the passion in him and in your production. Well, edited.

[@manfrommaine]

I've never been more envious of people than when they have found their calling. A lucky man indeed.

[@jonceballos8344]

I have never once heard of this stuff and this guy has dedicated his every last breath to making it.

[@PatientMoney]

The cinematography was amazing!!!! Even greater story.

[@gdoubleu8045]

Love seeing people with this much passion. I don't care what their passion is for, as long as they aren't hurting anyone.

[@Trave13r]

Huge respect for this man. :)

[@HighGear7445]

I just had some muddy pond sorghum (almost out of it)on my breakfast pancaked this morning . Love the taste and it doesn''t spike my blood sugar and give me a head ache like the artificial maple syrup will. I vacation sometimes down in Tennessee , look forward to seeing your operation.

[@jandbrae]

I love this guy...Such passion is refreshing.

[@renaissanceman2000]

I just got on Amazon and bought some Muddy Pond Sorghum after watching this video. I'm excited to try it out. Thanks for the video. I loved it.