First Live! Answering your Questions!

[@KoriEmerson]

His reactions remind me of my Soviet friends that came here after the USSR fell. I went with my friend to take her Dad to a grocery store for the first time. In Salt Lake City in the 90s, we didn’t have a lot of national grocery stores. Just local ones . When we walked in… like 2 feet in the store… he dropped to his knees and BAWLED HIS EYES OUT . The manager was so touched and excited for him that he told them to get whatever they wanted and he would pay for it. He was so shocked about everything. He had never had a banana people. When he got to the meat section.!!!! Never had steak 🥩. We have no idea how blessed we are here. Even food at the dollar store here is more than what is in Cuba.

[@taubabrown7215]

I'm so proud of this country..why can't everyone else. We are a land of immigrants. We want people here legally..our country is founded on immigrants. The ones who want to have communist here need to move to those countries for 1yr. Then come back here and stand up for our frigging flag. I welcome you here and hope you enough it

[@maryrenee6157]

Really sad how spoiled we really are , but we still have to work very hard for what we have but it's nice having whatever we need and knowing it is so easily accessible. Awesome manager of the store ..

[@thedudeabides2531]

Loved Mari's response to somebody in the chat pining about moving to Cuba: "Good luck with that. It's not going to end up being like how you thought of it on vacation." Wise words. Too many people romanticize about the other side of the fence not realizing what they're getting themselves into.

[@nativetexan6628]

Maybe but things ain't looking to good here with one political party denying ever election now. How long do you think we are going to last here??? And the abject hatred they have for brown people. God will not continue to bless us with all of this forcing people to do as you do, hate who you hate, pray like you pray.

[@uccn]

You might want to contact Bob Vila from "This Old House." He's Cuban and ran this great tv show on how to restore old houses. It was on PBS but I haven't seen it in a few years. I am 80 years old and I went back to see Cuba and El Vedado over 10 years ago. It was so sad; there is no maintenance and the people look sad. It will take several generations to see recovery of any kind. I'm glad Yoel made the decision to start a better life here. Welcome! Also, thank you both very much for continuing to speak Spanish...I am thrilled to hear Cuban Spanish again! Besos.

[@marthadreyfus4387]

As a Cuban immigrant this is not fake is real! We left Cuba in 1979 and went to Spain first and my mom cried the first time she walked into a major supermarket “Cimago”. I can attest this is real

[@YoelAndMari]

It’s sad we’ve been accused of faking and creating propaganda. I WISH.

[@JamesJohnson-iw9dh]

¡ Lo ciento mucho por la gente Cubano y oro por la gente que vive de bajo de ese pendejo Castro!.

[@Bicyclechris]

Yoel is doing pretty well in his English, he has made terrific progress. :)

[@midgerussell4235]

You are going to have many subscribers. Yoel is adorable. Start patreon, so he can be supported. You can do this! Glad to see beautiful people.

[@YoelAndMari]

We are thinking about Patreon!!

[@blakerh]

@@YoelAndMari you definitely should start a Patreon. Many people on KZbin do it and it really helps grow the channel. You don't have to feel bad about getting support from your viewers. People will support you because they enjoy the content. It isnt charity.

[@RodrigoHernandez.562]

Can Yoel do a video explaining socialism and communism in Cuba 🇨🇺 ?

[@liverplover1]

I have NEVER watched a live stream all the way through. BUT, my husband (de Guatemala) and I have watched yours! As a Native American I can’t imagine what Cubans go through. You guys have brought me to tears many times, not only in this video. Keep opening eyes! Don’t ever let mean comments get you down. They don’t matter!! 😘

[@src5769]

How can anyone even think his actions were fake? He was so genuine, it made me tear up.

[@Swim136]

Because there is so much fake stuff out on internet etc by Americas enemies… Russia/ China. It’s sad we are to this state.

[@marioleon2479]

Love you guys! Que pareja mas divertida y bella. You bring back so many emotions of being an immigrant. I left Cuba at 7 years old. I am now 60 and was able to go back to Cuba for the first time in 50 years a couple years ago. It still makes me emotional. Muy impesionante. Love to you both and all the best wishes.

[@ringrock76]

You will find that in some areas of the US people are more friendly and outgoing than others. It’s not necessary anything personal, just culture and upbringing.

[@carlosmonzon9606]

Thank you, I am shocked that no one has blogged this experience as I thank you cause it was also mine. I left in the 2000 when I was 6 on a boat✊🏼 🇨🇺 viva cuba libre

[@micgarch8805]

Because most Americans do not appreciate what they have and count their blessings. I can spot a fake reaction and this guy is authentic. I know the feeling because I came from a poor country that has almost nothing. Immigrating to the US was also a shock to me when I first moved here.

[@AmirFazadh]

You two are so cute! Just found your channel, and I applaud your genuine and caring attitude! You are now KZbinrs, whether you realize it or not! Yoel, welcome to America!

[@cassandragonzalez5660]

I can't get enough of you two. My family came over in Pedro Pan. The stories they told me growing up in Cuba and the pain and suffering when Batista was overthrown...the torture of my Uncles and not seeing their parents for SEVEN years while in the US trying to find their way...and then just silence. They don't talk about it. You can't even ask about it. And they would never go back because they are petrified they wouldn't be able to return to the US. They have such fear and trauma. I keep sending your videos to my mother so we can talk about it. THANK YOU for taking this leap of faith. And lift the embargo....100%!!!!!!

[@brianh748]

To anyone who believes that his reactions are fake, watch Conan O'Brien go over to Cuba and go into a grocerie store.

[@alexmar1382]

Come to Orlando and I'll buy you dinner for two at Fogo de Chao and 2 day passes to Disney World, on me... and a few Cubans of course.

[@YoelAndMari]

Wow!!!!!!!! That would be sooooo amazing

[@ravensgreg603]

Love your channel. Just stumbled across it and now I can’t get enough. Thank you so much for all you two do. I wish more Americans realized what they have instead of wanting to burn American flags and kneel during the national anthem.

[@thehorrorfanx]

Hello from Phoenix, AZ!! What a nice surprise to know that you are making your home here! You should teach Yoel to edit the videos for you so he can do it while you’re at work. It might help put the content out quicker. Can’t wait for the next posting. Hope you enjoy AZ! There’s much more here than just the heat!

[@YoelAndMari]

He’s not a story teller like I am. His brain is more math focused. I’ve tried LOL.

[@brendaeunlin972]

got confused...In the beginning of the live, Mari mentioned they're in Phoenix, but at the end of the live, she said they're in California...Where are they exactly?

[@thehorrorfanx]

@@brendaeunlin972 They are in California visiting relatives. However, Mari works and lives in Phoenix, AZ .

[@midgerussell4235]

Don't be bashful about receiving money. You are providing great joy for many people. Thanks ☺️

[@bhsbull17]

Your videos make me so happy to watch! Thank you for sharing your story/life with everyone.

[@brendaeunlin972]

I'm going to be following your channel. I think you have amazing content! I believe it's gonna blow up. Wishing you the best. And, I think Joel is gonna love New York! Keep it going! Cheers!

[@brendaeunlin972]

Mari...let him talk...LMAO. She was so happy...that caffeine hahahaha

[@tikibicknell6638]

Love this channel! Welcome to America! Think about adding English subtitles so those that don’t speak Spanish can follow along!

[@beautifullyhuman5926]

Thanks!

[@chrisg.6289]

Mari, Don’t give up on Alaska. He will LOVE it. It is so clean and fresh up there. Go in the summer and it’s not even that cold. It’s so beautiful. They are even having heat waves now. I did not want to go because of the cold and I am so glad we did go.

[@vivianarendt7989]

Glad you are coming to Phoenix! Tons of construction work here for Yoel

[@dianelevario6943]

Please keep the videos coming! Sometimes I smile but mostly I shed a tear watching Yoel’s reaction to new things ❤️❤️❤️ Que Diosito los bendiga mucho

[@patriciacave4450]

Yes

[@maymayrays]

Hi Mari y Joel - I _love_ watching your content, thank you for sharing your story with the world 🖤 My husband had a question: how are salaries distributed in Cuba? Do people get a monthly check from the government? Do some people get paid privately from an independent employer? Is that legal? Is payment deposited into their bank accounts? Are there banks? He was curious about personal finance in Cuba. Thanks again for your awesome stories and content, and for giving us such a touching glimpse into your private lives. You are doing very important work 👏🏼🖤👏🏼

[@waregeeksny]

Take whatever you can to spread Joel's message and honesty.

[@rockettbuggey5990]

Sorry I missed this. I find it interesting to talk to people from other countries. I have worked with people from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Ecuador, Guatemala, Czech Republic, Canada. And it's amazing to hear stories about life, family, culture and other things like cost of living and the thought they have of America now vs before they came.

[@anna5635]

You are both so beautiful! Your story makes my heart happy! Thanks so much for sharing it!

[@nuyorican91st]

I would never doubt your guys cause.im glad to see more of my people like you two...that left Cuba and now in america...that's a success in my book.

[@autumnsantana4017]

You two are an absolute POWER couple! Both are very warm, intelligent, independent, and love and respect each other! ❤️

[@Alesia_Ianotauta]

I'm bummed I missed this! Next one, hopefully! I love your content and I'm so glad that Yoel gets to experience all of this! I hope his family can as well, someday. 😘

[@JuanMedina-qq6kl]

I recently found your channel and you guys seriously are awesome, I’m also in LA I’d love to treat both you and Yoel to beer sometime !

[@YoelAndMari]

We won’t be here for long. Maybe this weekend!

[@KGTNT978]

Keep up the great work! This needs to reach way more people. Hard work will pay off girl. I love you both. Thank you for everything you are doing!❤🙏

[@gregpfaff8060]

You both are so amazing...how wonderful that your both here in america...I cry to think your families are in cuba...I wish someday they will come to america...but wish also for all the people of Cuba to be free ,to have the things in life we all take for granted...omg it's so sad to think countries are lacking in the basic needs to live healthy,happy,and enjoy the freedoms we have...there's so much to do for these countries to make life better...wish I had the monies to help bring families together...to help with the simple things in life that others don't have....your story moves me so much...thank you ,more people will know the hardships of your country of Cuba by the stories you tell in your videos....bless you both...you put a smile on my face and tears in my eyes...love you both...sincerly...Greg's wife,eve..

[@loveit7484]

Im so proud of you two! Support you! Love you two!

[@mylesc99]

I would love to see a video of Yoel going to Las Vegas and seeing his reaction.

[@rachelolson5488]

That would be crazy 🤪

[@berthavillalobos8163]

Omg yes!!

[@cmortenson3647]

Wow. That’s a great idea!

[@cindykalionzes4259]

Oh my god, that place would Blow. His. Mind.

[@lorivenegas7045]

Let people donate to you!!! It is to support your new adventures. You WANT to do all of these things and go to these places. Well, your fans want to send you there and watch your reactions! Financially supporting your channel means watching more reaction videos. It makes sense when you think about it. You want your channel to grow? Let your fans help you make more videos. Think about it.

[@Witcharoo]

My dad left in the 60s he was 10 or 11 years old and your videos touch him. We live in Los Angeles so if you are ever around you have a friend :)

[@rakamas]

I woke up at 330 in the morning eastern time, and I see you had a live, I love to watch you two❤️¡ Ciao Ciao!

[@colleenloffredo7895]

When I saw him rub the bags of cement in Home Depot, I cried! Don’t listen to haters or ignorance!

[@80sNinjaVandal]

Porfavor despierta a mas gente a lo que es el socialismo/communismo. Muchos americanos estan ciegamente enamorado de el socialismo democratico y ni saben que este pais es lo mejor del mundo. Bendiciones a ustedes dos

[@duchesscinabonashley8537]

Hi I love your story/life. I love watching the 2 of you who are so happy and sharing this great adventure. My question is, do you have family still left over in Cuba? Love watching your real "Love Story"

[@dean7843]

You should take more donations. You deserve it

[@Swim136]

I am so glad you are doing this. Keep doing this! You guys appear to have come from well educated people and basic good income. It’s was hard for him just imagine the really poor people are going through. ❤️❤️… I thought he taught school? Did he do that and drive truck?

[@maggiemagennis3507]

I’ve just starting watching your videos and have subscribed. I’m watching your old videos. Love you two because of the beauty of your hearts. 💖❤️

[@msmatou22]

My stay in Cuba was the most amazing vacation ever, and it's because of the people, I made friends there forever! I really hope the situation in Cuba changes finally and that Cubans get what they deserve!

[@jesusflores2324]

Love the channel and just subscribed... love his character and you girl... from a Mexican American (Chicano) I'm in Hopes that Cuba will be different for a positive there... viva Cuba viva Mexico... no communism, but not too much capitalism either... my uncle (RIP) was Cubano and my tia is Mexican and learned a lot from my uncle... love you tio... hope things change for my Cuban brothers and sisters.

[@celestet9941]

Capitalism provides jobs for the people..

[@teemarie5478]

Y’all are such an adorable couple. Sadly, I was talking to my teenage daughter tonight & she went up the our double door huge fridge the is so full of food, also the cabinet is full with snacks & she said mom I’m so hungry, we don’t have anything to eat. I said Madison jade you have to watch this video. We have so much that you guys are so spoiled. I don’t think they can wrap their brains around people struggling like that. My children will literally start to cry if they see homeless people but they don’t understand that countries suffer the way y’all have.

[@celestet9941]

All you have to do is look at Cuba and Venezuela to know what Socialism, Communism, Dictatorship go hand in hand.

[@Coco-up7bl]

Just found your channel tonight. Bienvenidos amigo...desde San Diego, California. 🤗🤗🤗 Gracias por sus videos. Nunca en mi vida sabia lo que era vivir en Cuba. Dios mio...que Dios los bendiga a los dos. I subbed immediately 😉 LAS VEGAS....mi favorito!! 🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰🎰💰💰💰💵💵💵

[@dreamingbear9908]

People monetize their channels for less. Music reaction videos don't educate really, you just watch someone listen to music and comment on it. Use any money you get for things that matter to you. You are offering a really wonderful service by educating us on Cuba and the current immigrant experience. Give the money to...the English teachers, your camera and a new laptop, send it to any organizations that are helping Cubans, food closets, or even something that supports immigrants. I know someone else who doesn't personally take the donations, but they give it to food closets.

[@mommasuesue]

I love you brother and sister!! God bless you and cuba !!

[@virginiagarner8436]

Add superchat to your livestreaming. KZbinrs who livestream for extended periods receive donations from viewers via this platform while they are talking to their followers. Many people do this and the dollars add up. They do their best to prioritize answering the questions of donors first (without explicitly saying so...it's discrete). This drives more donations and more meaningful interactions. Every time you have a new experience you can consider livestreaming it and opening up your superchat so that people donate. I've seen New Yorkers do this as they tour the city and receive donations from all over the world as they are walking around providing a tour of NY. They also directly speak to their donor while filming. It's a great exchange. Loving your content. I have more than 100 family members still in Cuba.

[@beekellee841]

I'm sorry I missed the live! You two are beautiful.

[@corbinboller3690]

I've been watching your videos for a while and surprised myself to see that I hadn't subscribed yet but just did. I work at a paint store in Austin, Texas and see immigrants from Mexico and Honduras and Guatemala all the time but then I met Yoel's twin the other day and told him about your chanel...

[@lorivenegas7045]

This was great!!!! Must do this again. I watched till the end.

[@BeezersTeasers]

Glad to find you, I live in San Diego, Ca. & have been engaged to my fiance' in Cuba, going on 8yrs...long story. He is still there. I am going there on Oct. 6th. We are both older & have been trying to get married.

[@YoelAndMari]

Are you going to in cuba?

[@BeezersTeasers]

I previously booked a flight leaving Oct. 6th to Nov. 6th to Las Tunas, Cuba

[@friartalk6060]

I hope something good will happen for the Cuban people soon. I like the channel so far and hope it grows, I want to see you both experience all kinds of things, but these nice long chats with Q and A and various topics are pretty good too. Don't be shy about accepting support for your channel, producing informative and decent entertainment videos is valuable work too, and has costs associated with it.

[@munchc9145]

U guys r so cute !! Iam so happy for u both !!

[@team1275]

You guys are awesome! Welcome Yoel!!!

[@ethirion3534]

Cuba today is pretty much like Poland 30 years ago. You stand in line for hours to get something you might not need but you might be able to exchange it for something you actually want. The buildings and streets are in bad shape but at least the people are open and mostly nice.

[@YoelAndMari]

Yes but Poland did something about it

[@BeezersTeasers]

Super Chat is when your viewers can donate a certain amount, like $2- & up towards your channel & little cartoon characters pop up while you're talking!

[@TruthTroubadour-xi9cc]

I lived in Alaska for 8 yrs as an ARIZONA native! Absolutely GO, minimum for 2 weeks. Go in late June thru July. August in Anchorage area is very rainy. I'd love to answer any questions about Alaska you may have.

[@miamichiefs]

Love your questions and answers session. I have to defend the comment you made about Puerto Rico. I am from Miami. I also come from a Cuban family. To add, I also purchased a home a in Puerto Rico. I spend so much time there. I have so much love for Puerto Rico. From the first day I went the Boricuas have been so kind to me. Perhaps you stayed in San Juan. There it is a big city. Next time let me know come stay in my house in Patillas. I will show you how beautiful the people and culture is. Please, I invite you.

[@jewelzb1402]

I’m going to say this to you and with sincerity, girl! You’re much better than any “influencer.” Haha. What we get with you, is raw, real authenticity. Two humble and beautiful ppl, I want to stress the ‘authentic’ part of my comment. nothing forced, nothing fake. 🙌🏻 Thanks for your videos! I so enjoy them all! ✨💖✨ P.S We just need more of your videos!😂

[@lchjr]

You have wonderful, informative content, don’t be ashamed to profit from it... Praguer U. didn’t mind.

[@angelitafortner314]

Bienvienido to the USA May God continue your blessings 🙏

[@erchanel]

Hi! Im Esti, 28 yrs old born and raised in NYC and now live a half hour away in the suburbs. NYC unfortunately is going thru some shit now but nonetheless you guys need to see it for yourselves!! Please reach out to me if youd like to meet up and i can show you around the magical city i call home! Would love to see his reaction to everything. I went to Havana in 2017 and it made me so sad, as beautiful as it was! I loved santa maria beach was soo beautiful 😍. Love you guys!

[@YoelAndMari]

His dream is to go to nyc.

[@Mothmoth3]

You should let him react to I love lucy specially when Ricky gets angry and speak in Spanish

[@kshudson4285]

Yoel is very intelligent. I have watched many of your videos and can see his English improving. Not just in what he says in English, but in him understanding what you are saying in English. If I had to guess I would say he will be bilingual in a short time. While it would be fraught with issues - If you two were to break down Communism and Socialism in simple ways for Americans to see and understand it could be HUGE. Maybe not on yt. There are other social media platforms like Bitchute that allow you to say whatever you want in your videos. The simple way in which Yoel explained Dictatorship and Socialism is a big deal. Keep your options open. Yoel's understanding and life experience could have unique career opportunities. Intelligence often shines through the eyes and his are glowing.

[@midgerussell4235]

Your goodbye feels like family! 💕

[@waynelove8386]

God Bless you both and your channel.

[@timmartinez9113]

Saludos y abrazos to you both, from the San Francisco Bay Area. I would love to see you both go to Disney World, and enjoy the happiest place on earth.

[@tulsated9247]

If you live in Arizona, what’s in Simi Valley? Good luck, good fortune, good health to you both ! Also, what is Yoel’s profession? What kind of work does he want to pursue once the work permit is in place? Same questions for you too, Mari.

[@bonniee9710]

Mari, if you drive through Texas, make sure that when you go through El Paso, you stop at Cattleman's Steakhouse in Fabens. It has the best steaks anywhere and they are worth every penny! If you want a less expensive place try Great American on Yarborough Drive. Visit Texas in April. Go to the Hill Country to see the blue bonnets.

[@THEvagabond29]

Hello from New Mexico... there is a big Cuban population in Santa Fe as it was one of the options for those immigrating from Cuba.

[@robertschwartz4810]

I'm pretty sure that there are helpful resources on KZbin to answer your problems. Don't worry, everyone has to start somewhere! By the way,, I think the reason KZbinrs get sponsors and brand deals is that they have agents and managers. I'm also quite interested to know what support systems exist for recent immigrants from your country. I know that when my relatives came here from Europe at the turn of the last century there were settlement houses and other resources to teach them English, how to get housing, job training, etc.

[@leilareggie1826]

Come to Tucson this year for our little Day of the Dead procession and tour our great restaurants as a unique Sonoran desert culinary place as designated by UNESCO. We are not a mini Phoenix. We have an agricultural history hundreds of years among the early indigenous population of Native Americans. I grew up in L.A. from an immigrant family so I appreciate the many cultural differences. Also, put Santa Fe, NM on your itinerary some time. There is no other place in this country like it.

[@petegarrido5406]

Lechon !!!! Thrown in Picadillo...Ropa Vieja y Boliche....good to go . Musically Cuba is untouchable .

[@midgerussell4235]

You are following your dream. It will happen!

[@gigigarcia612]

Hi you two love birds. Keep making your videos.

[@cajuncraftysue]

Go to Fort Worth, TX to The Stockyards. You will love it!! Cowboys, cattle drive, & rodeo!! When you go let me know!! I'll meet you there!

[@ellenretz7823]

You need to come to my home town. It's Carlsbad CA. It's a beautiful town & you know what we have Lego Land also!!!!!!!!! The most beautiful flower fields you'll ever see. ( LEGOLAND)

[@brettmclaughlin4021]

Love the videos you two are awesome!!! Do you still need a camera I have one that I would love to donate one that I don't use anymore. Just let me know and it would be my pleasure to help. Its a Canon EOS SL2 with lenses.

[@crushing_the_losersof_the_7726]

Yoel, You come across and a good and honorable man. I love your videos with your honorable wife

[@YoelAndMari]

Thank you so much - Mari

[@suehill6589]

Keep at it! You'll get it!

[@VeryFastRodi]

I had the same feeling when coming back from Colombia To see the difference a lot of people live there compared to Netherlands People in most western countries are so spoiled that they dont know how good they have it

[@carebear1143]

Make a Amazon Wishlist 👍🏼👍🏼

[@moniquerivera1099]

¡Mucho amor a los dos! Saludos de Urbana, Illinois.

[@jeanbaptistevallee4500]

I love the fact that I`m not the only one that might be having a bit of trouble with technology. Watching my old azz trying to use a cell phone and text would be very entertaining.

[@johnrdunbar]

Great couple. Every school should watch these videos.

[@maritzadominguez7522]

Felicidades a los dos. Me encanta que encontre su canal. Como Cubana Americana , es un placer ver su experiencia. Les deseo Mucha felicidad. Solo una pequena sugerencia. Por favor dejalo hablar chica!!! El hablando y tu enterumpiendolo.

[@mrc4th]

LA?! Hell yeah. I’m from Redondo Beach 🏖 🤗

[@LunaticReason]

It seems to me that the difference here and there isn't just economics or resources but choice. We have our issues with Capitalism like poverty but we still have our choices and freedom so the opportunity change your station in life is there so you can always dream. So long as you give people the means to improve their life they will have the will and so everyone flourishes. There it seems like there aren't many options so essentially the life is being choked out, controlled or held too tightly. Would that be a good assessment in the difference?

[@sharonkaufmann3992]

I know you are new to KZbin but closed captions would REALLY help your viewers. Also, ask for help while your on line ('cause KZbinrs LOVE to prove how smart they are)! 😉😁❤

[@YoelAndMari]

Can you do CC on lives?

[@sharonkaufmann3992]

@@YoelAndMari I believe I've seen it done on other KZbin cites. BTW, Best Wishes from CT! 😊👍💜

[@petegarrido5406]

Nice going guys👍...excellent chat...all natural .

[@cajuncraftysue]

Take him to a high school or college football game. He’ll love it!