FELLOW TRAVELERS *REACTION* 01x08 "MAKE IT EASY" FIRST TIME WATCHING! BEST SHOW OF 2023!!!

[@lorettacrooms4398]

People wake up! History is about to repeat itself. If the conservatives in the US get their way, we will go back to the 1950's and beyond. It's happened before and it can happen again. Raise your voice! Take action at the voting polls.❤

[@slothochdonut3099]

The best thing they did in the show is give every character enough reason to be the way they are... I can't hate Hawk or Lucy or any one, just feel deep sorrow and empathy, especially for my sweet skippy!!

[@jnewmark41]

well-stated....Hawk, in my opinion, really loved Skippy. He did not know how to say it or make it manifest. Stunning performances.

[@slothochdonut3099]

Truely, as Matt said about the last episode, "Hawk is in a fragile state like a baby in his 60s, just begin to be who he is"@@jnewmark41

[@stephaniel2850]

Thank you - the amount of people who seem to misread Hawk as some straight up evil manipulator or something is startling! He's deeply flawed, but that's far more because of the environment he was forced to grow up in than because he's just horrible at heart - I don't see how they could have made it much more clear that he cared about the people in his life, and especially Tim, much more deeply than the facade of invulnerability he'd built would let on. But yes, every character was really beautifully written, and they ALL deserved so much better. Truly, all of them.

[@Frommydiningroom]

In death, Tim saved his lover once more, as he had done so many times throughout their lives together, in ways big and small. Tim curbed Hawk’s drinking. He encouraged Hawk to get HIV tests and know his status. He helped Hawk grieve the death of his son. But above all, Tim convinced Hawk that love was a currency much more influential than secrets and lies. Just like he did at the end of the first episode, when he told Tim about his first love-something he had never told anyone before-Hawk let his guard down. Quote from Coleman Splide’s review for the daily beast.

[@jnewmark41]

Just a gorgeous, beautiful story that I will never forget.....

[@norkhairudinalibidin1376]

beautiful.

[@CheyLouis]

The most important show any of us will watch this year. So touched and forever changed by Fellow Travelers, and Matt & Jonathan's performances. *don't mind me, crying every 5 minutes)

[@mysticjason05]

Girl. Same.

[@erickdoe8402]

I loved your reaction to the show, but I do have a different interpretation. This isn’t about a man who wasn’t allowed to love. This is about a man who was too afraid to feel.

[@frankscimeme1079]

It will be a long time for me to recover.😢

[@123skyye]

This is the most heart wrenching series I've ever watched.😩 When Hawk told her daughter that Tim was the man he loved, who the heck will not cry?!😭😭😭

[@Clintsessentials]

Totally!

[@roberthurley6860]

I've seen that quilt in DC. It literally takes your breath away. There is no other way to describe it. Choosing that setting as the ending scene was so real, and so devastating.

[@GeorgeSansoucy]

Having lived thru the AIDS crisis in NYC during the 80s, I can only say this final episode had me sobbing remembering the 'death waves' we endured. Truly devastating.

[@markmccarty1028]

And if anyone wants more information about the Quilt project - find the documentary "Common Threads" - it was produced by Dolly Parton (and her manager, Sandy Gallin) - the film focuses on the unabashed beauty of the Quilt squares and in those lost loved ones - who inspired them.

[@ceebee23]

I saw friends and acquaintances go..... two very close friends in particular ..... a horrible time.... and the final scene had me sobbing HARD

[@ilariaquaranta9672]

💔

[@MaggieHarris-w3f]

Best non-verbal communication: Lucy when Tim says "why don't you ask him?" Her face says: "Girl, why you acting like you don't know who our man is???"

[@quz908]

Johnathan Bailey does what Michael C Hall and very few other actors can. He plays gay, straight, drama, comedy, and musicals. His range is exquisite, and he does it all with aplomb. I watched him in Bridgerton, and he had me mad and yelling at the TV screen. That's just a testament to his extraordinary talent. He's rare, and bears watching.

[@no_longer_]

FAX, the Skippy he created was too perfect, he's soft, strong, tough but altruistic and so vulnerable

[@itswessums]

It’s been over 24 hours and I’m still sobbing lol 😭😭 haven’t cried this much over a show since the Parenthood finale!!! Anyways thanks for going on this journey with us yall, sorry for all the blubbering ❤️

[@moirapietropoli5750]

I understand what are you saying... 😭😭😭

[@slothochdonut3099]

hugs... I feel the same

[@Clintsessentials]

Same!!!!!

[@bruja2591]

I think this timeline in the late 50s, when Hawk reported Tim, was THE thing that hurt Tim. He came back so full of hope only to get completely betrayed.

[@wilzouk4455]

Matt and Jonathan captivated a full audience with something honest and authentic about their gay love. Maybe the best short TV series of 2023. All accolades and awards more than deserved. The full pack. ❤❤ thank you for sharing emotions in your channel guys.

[@rarnayro]

Repeating this from other FT posts. I’ve sewn many panels and been to many funerals and memorial services during this horrid part of American history. I think this series helps to articulate inter generational experiences during the AIDS pandemic and post pandemic. I remember going to 2-3 memorial services a week back then.

[@wolfpupinla]

I sewed a panel and saw the quilt for the first time for the March on Washington 1989. I vowed after seeing HBO's Angels in America that I would never watch another AIDS drama, it had just become too painful to relive. But this show was so important, and while still brutal, the pain is less brutal now, and more integrated into my emotional history. I'm grateful so many viewers didn't have to suffer directly the pain that we had to go through, but the value and importance of witnessing this honest, accurate portrayal of our history is immeasurable.

[@ceebee23]

​@@wolfpupinla I know the sense of dread AIDS dramas bring.... too painful but agree this is way important not to see....

[@dkatzism]

Guys, thank you so much for putting yourselves through this pain for us. What a beautiful and IMPORTANT series this was.

[@DennesYork-xw6jt]

Finished this series like 2 hours ago and I'm still crying over it. Never cried over a piece of art like this

[@gabrielcornejov]

When Hawk said: "He was the man i loved"... BRO, NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I can't stop crying, I can't handle so much pain TT TT

[@jathompson37]

It has been therapeutic watching with you. Thank you for putting this out. The AIDS quilt kills me every time I see it. It is the REAL AIDS quilt which destroys me even more. I’m very interested to hear what Ron Nyswaner will say on his insta about this episode. I have learned so much history from this show. I hope more people watch it now that all the episodes are out.

[@Absurdist1968]

It is definitely part of the quilt, before it became too large for the whole thing to be displayed in one place. It was also cool that the Quilt's founder, Cleve Jones, was represented in the show during the White Nights riot. I was kind of hoping they'd bring that character back for the Q@uilt display.

[@IslandIsland-rj2lj]

I feel devastated. Watching this with you guys has been some sort of therapy and consolation. We were in this together and it helped us heal. Thank you for your true emotions, I shared them

[@k.C.e272]

I think we should all rewatch heartstopper after this 😭✊🏾

[@calandraantonelli8939]

Yep. Had me crying at the end too. It just proves you have to tell someone that they matter in the moment.

[@brightshining]

100% 🩷 :')

[@LisaF329]

A stunning and thought provoking series. I hope it wins all the words possible! Thank you for your reactions… I’m still crying here 😥❤️

[@CarolineCantrell-x4l]

Three takeaways: 1. It was devastating and beautiful that the ultimate expression of Hawk's love for Tim was when he let Tim go at the end. 2. I love how Lucy's story ended. Usually in a story about a married closeted gay man having an affair, his wife is *at best* an object of pity. But Lucy had her own desires and character arc, and I'm glad she was allowed to leave the narrative knowing that she deserved a lot more love and happiness than Hawk could give her. 3. It initially bothered me that Hawk never told Tim that he loved him. But I think at the end he understood that Tim had found peace, and saying "I love you" to Tim might disturb that peace, so the truly kind and unselfish thing was *not* to say it back no matter how much he wanted to. And that was truly one of the kindest, most selfless things Hawk ever did. (Having said that, if I were Hawk I don't think I could've resisted the urge to say "okay, but just for the record, I have been in love with you since the night we met" before Tim walked away for the last time.)

[@olubukonla7352]

That is what "Promise you won't write" meant and implied.

[@nancycottone2155]

The only thing is they never said what happened to Lucy's brother

[@MaggieHarris-w3f]

That part! What would Lucy do with that anger...which would have to be ferocious. And if he's alive...wow!

[@73Yianni]

An extraordinary piece of television I could not stop crying. It's been almost 24 hours for me since I watched the final episode in bed. The lying the scheming cost Hawk. Three important people in his wife, his child and he's great consuming love Skippy. An appropriate way to end at AIDS Quilt. Thanks for each episode review, Love from Australia!

[@Aliciaish]

I was born in 84 and my dad was having an affair with a man. I had to get tested for HIV for years as a kid because they still didn't understand how it was transmitted or how to detect it early. Both my dad and I were and are negative but I remember how rough it was until I was 5 or 6.

[@tylerlucas3752]

Beautiful reaction. Much love to you both. You always make me laugh and sometimes make me cry. If I had to cry (which I did), it was nice to be able to cry with you both. Thank you! Great reactions to this series. Great reactions as always.

[@fdavis1841]

I watched this episode late Friday night and I cried so much. So beautiful but heartbreaking.

[@selcovas]

Thank you guys SO MUCH for reacting to this series !!! It was amazing hearing both of your guys perspectives every week I’m gonna miss coming back every Saturday to you guys 😢😂 love you both ❤

[@cazb5777]

OmGosh! So glad you posted. I have been looking forward to your reaction... I am thoroughly shook by this series!!!!!!! Will watch this review when I get home from work, but I HAD to say hello. I will edit this comment shortly when I get home & can watch ❤. Ok, I just managed to watch your review & want to thank you both for these videos. I’ll miss Fellow Travelers but I will definitely stay subscribed to this channel. You guys are great & it’s been wonderful to share this experience with you & your viewers/subscribers. I’m also relieved that we didn’t have to watch Tim die. Btw, I’ll never be able to look at a bottle of milk ever again without smiling (with a tear in my eye)😉 Hope this show wins hella awards. It will be a travesty if it doesn’t ❤

[@TheTemantti]

Thank you guys for doing this video. I saw this episode last sunday, I have been a wreck ever since. It was somehow healing experience to crying with you again. Fellow Travalers is such an important series for everyone to see. Hugs from Finland ❤

[@hsinghuiwang2593]

I’m like Hawk in many ways: ambitious, unscrupulous, playing within the system. I would never be like Tim. But the series definitely challenge me and I start thinking live in a more truthful way for no one else but my own good. It’s fascinating that a show inspired ppl in way you can’t imagine. I’m not even talking about my sexuality. What a great work. Thank you for revealing it.

[@olubukonla7352]

😮

[@user-oi8zd9pm7u]

First time caller. I just found this show this week. Had no idea going in where it would take us. I watched this balling after having binged the entire season in 2 days. You guys have so much heart. It’s been an emotional roller coaster ride. I’m speechless at the moment. I just wanted to send some love.

[@dontdiesweetheart7926]

The reason why hawk reported Tim was because he knew that if Tim worked at the same please as him he would never be thw father he needs to be for his child he'd never be there and when Tim went to the hospital and seen baby Jackson he understood why hawk did what he did.

[@Absurdist1968]

Actually, it was a lto more selfish than that. It Time were around t6he State Department and Hawk, there would still be the risk of Hawk being found out, so it was to Hawk's direct benefit that Tim not get the job.

[@olubukonla7352]

He was not there ANY way. He was fuccin other men, and Lucy was doing her THANG as well.

[@olubukonla7352]

​@Absurdist1968 then he should not have recommended him in the 1st place

[@rxgirl5150]

No. Hawk was purely selfish. As always.

[@dontdiesweetheart7926]

@@rxgirl5150 he was definitely selfish because he thought he could have his cake and eat it too

[@stefannypita7415]

First of all, thank you for your incredible videos, I enjoyed them very much. Speaking about the series, I can say that there is a desolate feeling in your heart, because you know that it was real and that it is very likely that stories like that of Tim and Hank existed in those difficult times, where loving someone of the same sex was seen as a crime, something that should be punished and vetoed by others. I think that both Tim and Hank loved each other intensely and with all their hearts. They both made different decisions, but they could never change the fact that their lives were different after they met. If you ask me, I think Hank had the hardest part, which is surviving and living your days thinking about what you could have done differently so it didn't end that way, but as we know there is no time machine, except maybe our memory. The greatest lesson of this series is to see the path that has been taken to get to where we are today and although there is still a lot to improve, we can only have faith like Tim and fight our own battles as best we can. Hank's final tears break his heart because for the first time he is able to tell someone he cares about how much he loved Tim.

[@bluefriend62]

Your reactions to this whole series were top notch. Thank you.

[@pushkin1969]

I am still an emotional wreck. But I totally loved if. I will remember it years from now. What an achievement.

[@alyz8376]

Omg , this episode !!! When we went back to happy young Tim, i cried, I kissed our young tim , the one that was excited to see the world amd learn

[@elimaxblu]

Watching Fellow Travelers and Pose during the same month, I think I'm trying to cry alllllll my grief away for this dreary holiday! Thanks you guys for being there to 'watch this with me' it was very nice to have you there to reflect upon the historic and emotional nature of this series

[@skybuthigher]

I cried twice, while watching on my own with you guys😭

[@jellykelly24]

i have loved every reaction video you guys filmed of this brilliant and beautiful show! you guys made me laugh so hard, you make THE most iconic dynamic fruity duo!!! i will never recover from this but i know that i love tim and hawk BEYOND MEASURE.

[@ian_joseph_gino]

Thanks guys for crying again with you while watching your reaction for that least episode.

[@emilybahu8375]

Every single time I’ve seen the end of this show, CHILLS! I loved Fellow Travelers so much! Thank you guys for doing these reactions!

[@Larry.cupcaks]

It was such a journey with you guys. Thank you for your reaction. I loved it watching this amazing series with you.

[@gamozzie]

You can understand the deep resentment Tim had when Hawk helped Tim hide when he was on the run

[@urielt7]

I totally understood after the last episode. What a tough pill to swallow. What was the point of getting him excited about the job and then take it away. Hawk was such an asshole.

[@TanishaPrashar]

​@@urielt7 I disagree there. Focus on the fact that hawk really only THEN realized that he was in LOVE with Tim. And as Tim said that they will see each other everyday at work, that definitely hit a trigger point I hawk wanting to protect Tim from whatever possible and obvious future was waiting for him there. Also, he realized that he was ignoring his wife as he was getting lost in the love he had for Tim. This is just a heartbreaking situation man

[@silversweet9211]

OMG This hit me so hard in my heart! 😥

[@alyz8376]

That moment when Hawk. said to Tim that his a man now and it is his turn and i screamed and cheered for Tim, what a turning moment in their relationship, Tim has definitely grown up and Hawk is actually such a softy protected his love for tim for so long and so scared of losing both Tim and his love

[@fafanp1569]

I'm so proud of you, Tim. You died, but you died fighting until the end and that's so inspiring. ❤🥺🥀🕊️

[@slothochdonut3099]

Thanks for the reaction!! Love and support you guys!

[@eddyboy1219]

You two are remarkable. Your hearts are huge and care is enormous. Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. xoxoxo

[@leahrickards3639]

It was outstanding television, your channel was recommended to me on You Tube and I'm thankful because the story is so heartbreaking I needed the help!

[@snowpower-ml5zk]

I have watched this series two times . I can't move on ... I love Matt & Jonathan Bailey ❤️❤️❤️

[@michaelmccallum5757]

Been waiting for this reaction!!❤️ adore you guys and your channel!!❤️

[@naomiwhitehead4392]

I watched this last night! I started crying at there naked slow dance and I don’t think i stopped till about 10 minutes after the credits 😭😭😭

[@ian_joseph_gino]

I've watched the last episode 3 days ago, but everytime i see the 2 characters, my eyes just couldn't stop tearing up. The most beautiful movie I've watched. Why snatching heart. I'm literally crying while watching this reaction and weiting this comment 😢

[@PSPguy2]

I hope Fellow Travelers wins a lot of awards. Maybe people who have not seen it will watch it.

[@edabillano106]

1st of all, thank you for reacting to Fellow Travelers. I was in tears too at the end. I remember when the AIDS quilts came to San Francisco, during it's nation wide tour. Seeing the names on the quilts and people that were lost. Emotions came back while watching Hawk find Tim's quilt. Thanks you guys.

[@gigiloveyeah]

Omg the ending is still making me sad 😞😔 ❤ this show is so good

[@MrRedacto]

I cried just as much as you guys, thank you for going through it with us

[@mysticjason05]

Ugh This episode got me. It even brought up my own AIDS related trauma so I'm still reeling.. Such an incredible show.

[@guilbert5815]

I'm glad I watched this with you guys. One of the most emotional movies I ever watched.

[@gomezleo]

I need a universe where Tim and Hawk are happy and live fully loving each other, this show destroyed me, I loved everything about it, but my heart needs to see them together 🥺♥️

[@Taps70]

I'm still reeling from it. What a roller coaster of emotion. Brought back so many memories. I'm watching it again.

[@r.flores854]

I finally got to watch this series with the two of you, and it was difficult and humbling but worth every moment. I was prepared somewhat to witness Skippy's death, but I was not prepared to see the Aids quilt. That last seen was a bit too real for me as I have lost many friends over the years, and my reaction was gut-wrenching to say the least! 😭😭😭

[@lamarblake]

Oh guys...sobbing all over again with you and I've watched the series twice now. I know without a doubt it won't be the last time either.

[@lindaboek4511]

The silence after its done . Same its so painfull and beautiful at the same time ❤

[@janetcooper1074]

Matt lets those big gloppy wet tears splash out and run down his face, and he does it without making a sound...and it is the most heart-tearing thing ever...If you've ever seen Matt in "Walking Out," where he's sitting under the tree, dying, and the deer comes over & licks his face, and he silently weeps...

[@AmyC531]

I sobbed and sobbed, then watched the last scene three more times and sobbed again each time.

[@missalessandra4111]

I can’t stop crying Tim and Hawk forever 🖤🖤

[@murfeel1173]

I cried so much watching this amazing show. Thank goodness for Frankie & Marcus, agreed! They were so wholesome, and a great palette cleanser when Hawk was being insufferable and Tim was just suffering.

[@PettyPumpkins]

So true!!! 😭😭

[@nashpurple11]

I can't stop crying i haven't cried this much watching a show 😭😭 ahh it's hurting 💔💔💔

[@oju1haulcy424]

Just finished the episode and I’m still crying 😢

[@laceykleese5154]

We are not okay. We need all the Groups and Videos to help us. Happy New Year sweets. 😘😘

[@PettyPumpkins]

Community is the only way to get through relatively unscathed 😩 so thankful for it though ❤️ happy new year to you!

[@Larry.cupcaks]

Tim situation is exactly matt Bomer as a Felix in "normal heart". God! I have no tears left...😭😭

[@curiosophy4241]

I cried three times while watching it and while (re)watching your review

[@larissanichols]

I finished fellow travelers like a week ago and I just binge watched all your videos your reactions were so funny and spot on thank u for keeping me entertained and reliving fellow travelers 🫶

[@PettyPumpkins]

Thank you!! The only way we can all get through watching this show is to grieve together lol 😂😩

[@larissanichols]

Absolutely 😭 I hope Matt Bomer and Jonathan bailey win their golden globes

[@Moffel83.]

Definitely one of the best TV shows in recent years and the most important one in recent history! You guys should really do The Normal Heart (also with Matt Bomer) which is a heartbreaking depiction of the early Aids crisis in New York and how the government failed the gay community in those years 😭

[@Clintsessentials]

This ending literally had me in tears at a public library yesterday. OMG!!! 💧💧💧💧😢😢😢😢😢

[@edliwolfstar]

Watching your reaction I cried again at the conversation between Marcus and Jerome. Cause that one got me so mutch

[@FamilyGuy770]

“He could have at least spit on her.” Well, damn…lmao I didn’t expect you guys to say what I was thinking out loud LOL

[@PettyPumpkins]

We said what we said 😂

[@GoddessOfWhatnot]

At the end of last episode, I thought “there is nothing Hawk could say or do at this point to make me like him.” But TIM was the one that turned me around. In this single episode, not only did he make me no longer hate Hawk, but he made me actually feel affection for him 💔

[@BellaMartha-zq2vv]

Ihr Beiden seid so so süß! Ich liebe Eure reaction. Für mich sind Eure Kommentare sehr hilfreich, die Qualität der Serie einzuschätzen. In Deutschland gibt es leider keinen einzigen Filmkritiker, der sich damit auseinandersetzt. Diese Ignoranz ist eine Schande. Ich glaube diese Serie ist ein wichtiger Beitrag zur Geschichte der Schwulen - Bewegung und sehr, sehr mutig... Von der Bedeutung für mich vergleichbar mit "Broke back Mountain" oder "Milk". Unglaublich großartiges Schauspiel... Vielen Dank an Euch & Grüße aus Deutschland

[@trinia3046]

😭🤧😭🤧💔All those lives lost.

[@ellie4601]

If you want more Matt Bomer content, he is fantastic in "The Normal Heart"

[@PeaceLovePaperbacks]

This show was beautifully acted. Heartbreak consuming in so many emotions. Tim and Hawke forever.

[@feelingoffbalance]

This show made me believe in love again

[@nomadine85]

I cry every time I see the quilt

[@DarleneLesmana]

yall gotta watch white collar. matt bomer's an absolute menace in it for 6 seasons straight

[@frankscimeme1079]

"I Look at You" slow dance scene...broke me apart. 😢

[@isaacspeyer1129]

I think this might be the hardest I’ve ever cried at a show, I think I will never recover 😍

[@shawnmichelledavis5619]

I cried all over again for the 3rd time.

[@shenel3202]

I love you 2. Sweet funny sensitive. I loved this miniseries. Matt Bomer deserves the Golden Globe nomination and a WIN..

[@notshylo]

I’m going to miss Hawk and Tim. ❤ Hawk knew he was head over heels for Tim, and also that with them working together, seeing each other everyday, it would only be a matter of time before they slipped up. He also had to decide who to hurt: Lucy or Tim.

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

I think it's a very important message about being who you are and what happens when you deny yourself the very basic needs to live. Hawk was miserable his whole life, Even though Jonathan has no regrets he certainly went down a path that was sad. It's difficult to love someone who doesn't love you back or can't love you in the way that you need the heart wants what it wants and he sacrificed a lot to love Hawk. At the end Hawk is left alone with what I feel is a lot of regret.

[@fafanp1569]

words cannot explain how much this series hurts me🥺💔

[@MsPsychedelia]

"I'm gonna miss watching Matt Bomer wear suits" ohhhhh, do I have some (White Collar) news for you?

[@fafanp1569]

I need a Timothy ''Skippy'' David Laughlin in my life🥺♥️

[@hokimoto]

I've loved watching ya'll's reaction to each episode. You both have me crying all over again. I'm still processing episode 8 and the whole series. Oh lord, I used up a lot of my kleenex on this episode. On a side note, Matt and Johnathan need to do a rom-com with all sunshine and rainbows . No death.

[@janetcooper1074]

But you wouldn't see Matt's strengths...He plays that sarcastic, dark, "gotcha" humor so flawlessly...He did it in "White Collar"...If you want to see Matt do comedy, watch "Will & Grace" or "Papi Chulo"...That darkness is really Matt's forte`...

[@curiosophy4241]

Love this

[@debbiemayes8414]

I made a comment after episode 4. I told you guys that I was obsessed by his movie! I would love to meet you two! Don't understand why Hawk was unable to tell Tim that he loved him.

[@fdavis1841]

I've watched it again 3 times and just now with y'all. So many tears. When he told he daughter Tim was the man he loved I couldn't believe it. Why didn't he just once tell Tim once those words. That's all.

[@GoddessOfWhatnot]

I made it thru this whole series without crying…until this episode. I was ugly sobbing the whole time 😭😭😭