Foreigners On Their BIGGEST CULTURE SHOCKS About The Philippines

We asked foreigners to talk about their biggest culture shocks in the Philippines
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0:00 Tim
4:39 Pamela
6:19 Sahil
7:09 Sofia
9:15 Michael
11:31 Alona
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[@wavemaker2077]

The Indian guy was born in the Philippines. You can't ask him about culture shock when he grew up in the Philippines. He may know the Philippine culture more than the Indian culture.

[@twenty3rd218]

Was surprised he still asked that questions 😂

[@justiceempire1170]

He just pretended that he still is a Foreigner new in the country that he had been born and lived for so long. Same with the Isaw issue of Julia Barreto.

[@makeit5008]

his answer was still valid tho cus culture shock doesn't necessarily have to be a "first time experience". the guy visited india and so he has smth to compare about ph and india, thus have culture shock 🤷

[@justiceempire1170]

@@makeit5008 The guy had visited India and he had seen the difference? Yeah, but it is not a culture shock anymore but a difference instead. Culture shock is more heavier compared with giving a comparison. He must not be in a culture shock anymore, but lest had seen the difference. Coz if you will quote culture shock, you will be trapped in an attitude of a strange Filipino-Indian Citizen who doesn't know where he came from. Especially where he grew up.

[@jasonsantos4915]

Indian born and raised in the PH. Gimme a break, this dude is def a filipino.

[@unlimitedgrace435]

So true. We are passive-aggressive people. We can't take simple negative feedbacks. We don't openly express how we feel because We are afraid to offend others yet our passive-aggressive behavior is way more offensive.

[@PizzaLord]

It's a big problem yeah I have noticed. People here don't seem to understand that this is a violent form of communication but it is.

[@AEYRivera]

Yes. I am a Filipino but my honest and frank manner of pointing out problems is rarely ever taken well. And yes, I say it politely but I go straight to the point. People around me would rather ignore issues rather than talk about them.

[@kevinasp8693]

@@AEYRivera so on point

[@kevinasp8693]

So true. I’m Filipino myself but grew up in Scandinavia and the mentality between Philippines and here is very different. Filipinos have a high pride on themselves and have very difficult to admit their flaws when they know they’ve done something wrong.

[@joiesamaniego3056]

True. I usually just say what's on my mind but oftentimes people don't like it but try not to show it. Then I would hear the "PARINIG". I get uncomfortable around those people. It's like walking on egg shells. I often dont understand that people here say something and mean something else. Anhirap kaya. Kase you only want to be open and mindful of others pero sila pala yung parang laging naka backstab. It is hard to play their game no. I just want to be me and be around non toxic people but those people pala na mukhang NICE were not. They are just superficial. 😢

[@1375chelsea]

Yes true about Filipino avoiding confrontation. Even pinoys abroad are like that. That’s why Filipinos are being taken advantage of most of the time.

[@lilmsaintpurrfect7054]

The last lady interviewed was spot on when she said that Filipinos avoid conflicts. Culturally we are conflict avoiders and non confrontational. That becomes a problem eventually, and that needs to be changed. What most of us do not understand is that engaging in conflicts can be healthy. 🙂

[@Laughtil]

It’s not necessary to canged it we should cherished it cuz it’s a unique culture of filipino

[@lilmsaintpurrfect7054]

@@Laughtil Hello. I would respectfully disagree with that. Conflict avoidance is never healthy. You have to deal with conflict because only then will there be resolution. Pag umiwas ka sa conflict, itatago mo lang yon hanggang lumalim at eventually you will blow up. Psychology does not advise that we run away from conflict.

[@rhyanjill]

I've always thought the most non-confrontational country is Japan. After all, Filipinos can be confrontational when we need to. For example, it's not uncommon here to see criminals being lynched or people openly/verbally denouncing someone who's being "iskandalosa" (scandalous/disruptive) in public. But for the most part, Filipinos tend to value self preservation so we try to avoid conflicts. In other words, we are kind and gentle, but we're not soft.

[@Laughtil]

@Get in My Belly it is healthy to avoid conflict

[@Laughtil]

@Get in My Belly if you have problems talk to someone who’s important to you and cared about you

[@randydixon9512]

I've been going to the Philippines for 30 years and just returned from there. The biggest cultural shock for me was how little cultural shock there is today compared to 30 years ago. The internet has made the world much smaller and the Philippines has made tremendous strides. The Filipino's should be proud of the progress they have made and the bright future they have before them.

[@emeldaconsulta1549]

We're doing good today any. Every Year educated people 96 percent educated , in flying to factory worker Crew even our country fastfood in mall had degree, ,4 year's ,but it's good to think the progress of my culture

[@emeldaconsulta1549]

Every body working. Nurse teachers. Working Thailand , teachers working in US, Engenering working in. Arab Coumtry, only few lazy that' 2 Percent,

[@joykarwogalma3462]

I'm proud of my country. Got you!

[@gpaje]

Agreed, I was there a few months ago, before that it was 20 years ago, and no one stared at me even though I am a big Filipino guy in comparison 6'2" tall and 240lb. Before you would think I was an alien, and everything was so much cleaner today especially the air. I honestly didn't want to come back home.

[@rickg8015]

The Ukrainian lady is very insightful, she pointed out a specific Passive-Agressive side of our culture..

[@pintados3041]

The Ukrainian lady made me laugh because she was so on point about how Filipinos would behave in work. 😄😄😄 It is seldom for Filipinos to be cheeky in work. Others are quite jokers. But for timid and ultra shy Filipinos, they will tend to simply listen, walk away, start working, and no questions asked. But they can see if you're treating them right or not. Even silence without thank you is simply implying that he was grateful because of your help. Sometimes they just don't know how to express their words in English fluently. But they fully understood everything that you say. 👍💚💛💜 Even small children can understand you while they are staring at you with their eyes and mouths wide open. 😄🏵️

[@quenchtv5436]

Cant barely understand her accent

[@katnipkatnips]

​@@quenchtv5436 check niyo po CC button minsan natatranslate.

[@quenchtv5436]

@@katnipkatnips thanks po

[@jenmay3671]

So true... most esp. on the last part they might not answer you back but they totally understand you 😊

[@geepeeone]

If you don't know, Filipino timidity is a defense mechanism to learned helplessness. When resources are thin, those in the position that control it have cart blanche power to replace anyone at whim, more so against those who could be a threat, or those whom they perceive that go against the grain. I know because my company subcontracts level 1 Filipino workers for initial stage administrative processes. It is CHALLENGE to get true assessments from those in the "foxholes" when all have been preconditioned to never go against the grain because everyone is on thin ice - maybe except those who have strong "kapits". In the US, it's not the same; companies are more honest to explore competing ideas with less emphasis where it's from. In my case, I was even called into the CEO's office and was admonished to make sure to offer my own; otherwise I shouldn't even be there! Unfortunate for them, now they can't get me to shut up! I have become the necessary evil pointing to things that could, that may, and those that will never work, lol! All jokes aside, I can tell it's appreciated esp when I am able to demonstrate how much cost we've/ will manage to streamline - more blatantly put, save - without sacrificing internal check and balances. I try to build the same environment with my fellow pinoys in the Phil but they just wont. Their local managers (more like handlers) will keep things from you and the people below will never say a thing even when the whole ship is sinking with them in it! I am Filipino in the US btw.

[@marb9093]

The lady from Ukraine, her points of view about the Filipino people was very interesting. She made some good points. When I first came to the U.S., I could see right away how most people are very straightforward and they are not afraid to speak up even if that means disagreeing others opinions. But at the same time I don't like that some of them are very entitled 😕

[@marinefrod7685]

I think some of them don't know the difference between being blunt and disrespectful, I've never been in the US but a lot of Americans online are straight up rude but they still think they're just being honest and straightforward😬😬😬

[@2-block386]

They were the karens but some how it helps for the improvement specially in services

[@JC0820]

@@2-block386 The improvement in services will never be enough because when they are old, they will realize that even though they have it all they are still sad and lonely. That is why too much freedom and privilege will put a country in a worse condition. Look at the culture of America today-it's a dying culture, a hate culture. Because of excessive privilege, people there prioritize only themselves, hence there are massive broken families today, and because of that their children never learn to value their families. With too much privilege they feel entitled, and they forget how to put their self on the ground. Then, when they became old, they realized that they didn't have companionship because they forgot to value their families and friends; hence, they will travel abroad just to find someone that would care for them and to find happiness.

[@JC0820]

@@2-block386 In fact the number of American ex-pats that are looking in other countries to build a family is getting younger and younger with time. It looks like they don't want to get old in their own country.

[@2-block386]

@@JC0820 di mo din gets eno

[@charlesdiputado28]

I think the last part of the interview from the lady expat from Ukraine made the most frankly and relevant observation about the Philippines. Everything the culture and lifestyle in the Philippines is relatively true especially for foreign tourist and expats having a culture shock adapting in other countries😊😊😊

[@ma.ofeliagaufo1303]

Filipinos are inherently good and kind people. We don't want to offend or say something bad to other people. That's our culture.

[@jacktherater3533]

It's not my job to debate the rules... We have senators and congressmen to do that.

[@Filipino8729]

We Filipinos talk about bad to each other, even to our relatives or family, thats our culture but spitting bad to foreigners who visited or live in Philippines, I will promise you those words you won't hear to local Young, adult, even the elders. That's our true nature as A Filipino.

[@fatimafaris3544]

​@@Filipino8729 ngssabi din nmang tayo ng masama sa foreigner pero patago not to the extend na harapan parang hindi nting kya ng harapan.

[@Filipino8729]

@@fatimafaris3544 Oo meron pero hindi don sa point na gaya nang na kikita natin sa ibang country kung pano nila pag salitan nang ma sa sama ang ibang lahi, like Nong nang yari sa Canada na subrang discriminate na ginagawa Nong Canadian local sa mga Filipino dahil lang sa nag usap sila sa lenguwahe nila at hindi sa lenguwahe ingles.

[@rots.866]

i get it when the brazilian says the philippines feels like home. ive been to brazil and countries in latin america like peru, panama, costa rica, argentina and mexico. im surprised that brazilians feels so much like filipinos in terms of our temperament and culture. people say that mexico and philippines are culturally closer (actually all the latin american countries ive been in is similar to philippines in personality and warmth) but i think brazil and philippines have the same (almost similar) kind of warmth or vibe.

[@Jeng23672]

But a bit different with mexico? Because you said we're more like the Brazilians?

[@racistkillerultimate7903]

Yeah Specially in Beatles Songs 😅

[@mm-zw2vp]

I've lived in Brazil and now Filipines. And it's TRUE. Brazilians are very friendly, like Filipinos. The difference I would say the crime and violence in Brazil is million times worse. Which is a shame because they are a beautiful people.

[@rots.866]

@@mm-zw2vp theyre one of the most beautiful people in the planet aesthetic-wise.

[@laszlokerekes642]

Filipinos are Asians. In fact, Chinese blood is more prevalent on Filipinos than other foreign blood. We may be culturally closer to them, but that doesn't mean were close ethnically. There are more european looking people there in Latin America.

[@doloresegasan2751]

OMG.. The last lady that was interviewed really the best interpretation of Filipinos “ mahiyain” character! We can’t turned down anyone 😂we can’t take anyone in pain LOL 😂We can handle the pain on our own 😂

[@fatimafaris3544]

Correct saka mga Ukrainian kc medyo my pgka agresibo at pranka relate din ako sa sinasabi niya pg ayaw na mg work ng pinoy khit my salary pa de na kukuning.hahaha.

[@subsubmachine]

@@fatimafaris3544 yet they keep borrowing money lol

[@fatimafaris3544]

@@subsubmachine if you are referring to Filipino then I'm not one of those even American barrowed money so what's the point?

[@metsrus]

@@subsubmachine within any group, there are honorable and dishonorable people. I know filipinos who keep asking for money and view you as an ATM. Then the others who are prideful and don't ask for anything.

[@v01tes5]

I have to say this, the best part for me on this video is the moment when the young German man commented on the economic differences with the well to do and the slums. His eyes and facial expression changed, knowing he is from a prominent country and seeing first hand the conditions of the poor, this young man saw and felt it and I hope it will inspire him in his future. I see this every time I fly back home.

[@alaaaat1292]

Shocking talaga sa atin ang huge divide between the rich and the poor. Nung tumira ako sa first world country, yung basurero namin naka Mercedes Benz. Yung mga construction worker umiinom sa hotel pag lunch break nila. Bihira ang mga subdivision na gated. Walang security guard sa mall. Kaya hindi special maging mayaman doon eh lahat naman mayaman basta masipag. Sa atin, kawawa talaga mga pilipino. Dinadaan sa resiliency lagi.

[@prettysurelourd5703]

the ist guy actually lived in the Philippines since his childhood so he knows the situation, the family lives in Ayala Alabama village, his parents still lives there, he travels a lot so he can compares the Philippines to other Asian countries, sad but Philippines is lagging when it comes to tourism, 5he only advantage of Filipinos are being good english speakers compared to other Asians

[@jamesrecknor6752]

Even after several visits to Philippines from USA I am still shocked by the poverty.

[@johncarlosanotarosales7001]

the Ukrainian lady was spot on, Filipinos are nice, but most of them are nice for that big reason- they're always scared not to get under someone's skin, and it's kinda sad when you think about it coz i feel that a bit of it can be attributed to the combination of all the trauma and survival instinct they've developed throughout the years as a colony.. i mean they stand up for themselves a lot of times, albeit unsuccessfully, and it hurts, and now they're afraid to do it anymore even in the tiniest things

[@Kafagway]

😂 the Filipino avoidance of conflict- very very true. To the point where it becomes annoying. One time, I had salad for lunch, there was a piece of green stuck on my front teeth… I went home and my sister pointed it out. So the entire afternoon, I was laughing, talking to everyone in the office and nobody bothered to point out that I have food stuck to my teeth… I mean WTF! 😅😅 Later, I learned that many people will adapt just so they don’t embarrass you or themselves. Their concept of “HIYA” is sooooo uniquely Filipino that there’s literally no direct English translation I give. Then there’s the mañana habit and the “Filipino time”. ❤

[@MakaiIELTS]

not all filipinos are like that.. some are starightforward but in a respectful way.

[@kyriellepunongbayan6909]

very true.. hiya is only a filipino concept... it both envelopes the idea of respect and shyness

[@betelgeuser1100]

for "hiya" the word youre looking for is "shame" Philippines has a shame-based culture just like most countries in Asia

[@Kafagway]

@@betelgeuser1100 it’s more than shame though right? It’s like a combination of shy and shame… 😆

[@pheromone714]

Lol yes, definitely true. Filipinos are socially sensitive. They are not comfrontational. However, it depends also to the location like in Metromanila some of people are straightforward

[@justme7410]

I’m a 20 years old Filipino and had been in 3 countries (UAE, Hongkong, Malaysia) and lived there with my mom for a while. They’re right about the warmth of us filipinos and how different we are from other Asians. I’ve been to Malaysia and I’m sure some of them are nice but I noticed they’re not so smiley and welcoming as we are. It’s not bad, it’s their culture but it did gave me a sense of why the Philippines is known for the hospitality and kindness.

[@thwb4661]

The Indian guy is as Filipino as any other Pinoys who grew up here. You can tell by his accent, his nuances and mannerisms that he’s culturally Filipino since he was born and raised here.

[@rcruz262]

What accent

[@prettysurelourd5703]

​@Rogie Cruz indians usually has this very thick accent, the way he speaks he doesn't have that but has a bit of pinoy accent which is less thicker than Indian....

[@joykarwogalma3462]

Same thoughts. He said he was born and raised here so definitely, he's Filipino. Indian only is the "blood." LOL

[@apinezstats2237]

It's actually nice knowing that the Philippine corporate world has a more laid-back culture, which is in wide contrast compared to its asian neighbors (Japan, South Korea), and we all know how having a toxic work culture impacts the workers' well-being. It's also probably one of the reasons why suicide rate is low in the Philippines. Everyone is almost always generally happy.

[@gabrielamalaya5947]

Unless you are working for the BPO industry where you are serving clients from the US and we have to adapt to the culture of the United States. I know that from experience because I was an offshore project manager for Wells Fargo and we have to adapt to the way they do things. If it's holiday in the Philippines we work because I it's regular working day in the US. If it's holiday in the US , we are still expected to work because americans take advantage of that to get more work done. The BPO industry is far from relaxing. Majority of the people who works there experience all kinds of stress and mental problems because of the demanding American clients. I know that for a fact because I suffered from a major mental breakdown and I decided to leave the corporate world.

[@gabrielamalaya5947]

People who does not work for the BPO industry, yes it's laid-back but majority of the Filipinos now work for the BPO industry unless you are in the customer facing service industry.

[@Jeng23672]

Japan, south Korea and china do not make up the entire Asia. Remember that Asia is diverse.

[@MakaiIELTS]

I used to work for the BPO industry and of course, I adapted by following work policies. That doesn't mean I have to adapt their culture. Instead, I familiarized myself with their culture since having knowledge about their culture is very helpful in establishing rapport. Still, I don't want to adapt the American culture simply because it's not into my liking. Asian culture, especially Filipino is better since filipinos in general are happier and more laid back.

[@midnightloveletterstothespirit]

@@Jeng23672 he said Asian neighbors which are Japan and Korea. He didn’t say Asia as a whole.

[@sacmarcela1973]

The beautiful Brazilian speaks English like pinoy 😀😄😁

[@pingyu5141]

The one that lives in the Philippines for 6 yrs already?! That time span surely made here familiar with whatever we have here maybe.. even our english accent i suppose.😊

[@i-am-your-conscience]

On the one side, it will be the place where she spoke english much more than before. And the latinamerican vocal background adds to it :)

[@adambush9205]

I visited about twelve years ago and I was shocked at how welcoming and friendly the people in the Philippines are. My wife and I are planning on moving there with in the next three years.

[@user-tr8mw7ik8g]

Children are also very welcoming, get your conclusion

[@pinoyislander4400]

So those people have spoken about the Filipinos and the Philippines from thier experiences living here in our humble Philippines. I have lived and worked in South East Asia, Middle East and Germany for some years in these countries. The filipinos are the best people on earth to be with. People in those mentioned countries spoke negative about my country even without coming here. Once they come here, they can likewise talk thier experience living here like those foreigners you have interviewed. As filipino who had lived in other countries I would say It's more fun in the Philippines. It's maybe hot here but stress free life! Proud Filipino here.🏝️❤️🇵🇭

[@alfedofive6292]

Agree, the judge Philippines 🇵🇭 without going there, Trial by Publicity, they believe with their on lies..

[@Lek-ou6uu]

The Ukrainian has the most interesting observations. She would be surprised if she would learn that it's not only rules that Filipinos are following without question but also superstitious beliefs 😁 To answer her question regarding the wearing of face shield and face mask upon entering restaurants and fastfood but not while eating, it was for minimizing the length of the exposure since you only need to remove them while eating and it was one seat/table apart back then. I remember watching videos of Americans complaining regarding the wearing of face mask at the height of pandemic. In this case, I was glad that Filipinos mostly try to avoid conflicts that's why we just obey, it's both a good thing and a bad thing. I also don't think we follow without complaints all the time, we just complain through social media 😂✌️

[@fatimafaris3544]

In short mg yawyaw rata atong balay while nglimpyo pgawas atong gbati.

[@whitecat1226]

About following the rules, I think it's part of the us who hate conflicts, so instead of fighting it we just follow as long as it does not hurt us. A slight discomfort is fine if it avoids conflicts

[@annalgesic5874]

"as long as it does not hurt us"? For the past 2-3 years you've hurt yourself by having been injected with bioweapon for the sake of not creating conflict. Pffft! Idiotic Flips!

[@apinezstats2237]

@@2-block386 Slow? The Philippines is actually one of the fastest growing countries/economies in the Asia-Pacific region last year, and just recently (last week), IMF released GDP growth projections of Asian countries. The Philippines is projected to have the highest GDP growth in the region :)

[@mjjjuly]

Follows the rules... except for traffic laws and waste disposal hahaha

[@swerteko7737]

Expectation vs. Reality. 😁 But remember, Philippines is composed of islands. You will not sea a beach in the mountains. No beach in BGC but have pools. Just kidding. You have to travel from place to place to see what you have seen in the internet. Every island has its own beauty with different culture.

[@jordanclark7608]

First guy looks like a better Bieber. 😀

[@animaten]

Alona is a rebel and I really love her. She thinks thoroughly.

[@LuvMyLilBabe]

That Ukraina girl is funny 😂 You speak better Russian than English lol. My ex is Polish/Ukie, but I can never pronounce Polish or Russian properly like you do lol. You're getting better at your interviews, but just relax and always ask the person how they doing first, then thank them for their time, then ask questions, then thank them again at the end of the interview. You should really ask them why they came or what brought them to the Philippines, make them open up and feel important then they'll tell you more about themselves. You have really good content here and often you have perfect nice guests, but I just wish you asked better questions. Pay attention to what they say, like when the Indian gentleman told you he was living there since he was born, then you ask him about getting culture shock 😅All in all, still a good interview. I think in time, this channel will blow up and you will become a very successful vlogger. Cheers buddy! 🥂

[@hirayamanawari3583]

I've also noticed that😂😂

[@simplestreetinterview]

Lol thanks! Congrats on not getting the fauci potion, btw! That's a feat only a select few can be proud of, not least if you're located in Manila (with a jab rate of 96%).

[@LuvMyLilBabe]

@@simplestreetinterview actually there is a lot of us doing the same thing, I felt like the majority of people is in our side, but some are forced to do it, so they just do what they're told. In my case all the senior staff in my company would have walked out the job if they forced us to get a jab and masked. So the company backed off. We fought back against the system, we had rally and demonstrations against the government, we boycotted businesses who discriminated us, we had apps, websites and support systems, it was a battle and we won! 😆 we had lawyers, doctors, politicians, police and some army in our side. We take pride and take freedom here very seriously. That's why we could never understand why you put a mask on without questioning like what the Ukrainian lady says. Believe me we have stats on everything from people dying every year worldwide before covid era, to during covid era. We even had every cause of death category. Basically when you have access of information you become very inform and you start questioning. I can tell you so much about it and what really was the purpose of the jab, but I'll be writing all day lol 😆

[@zuladnim4052]

I noticed that, too. I found him a little blunt at times.

[@boartank]

Alona's facemask and faceshield rant. GO GIRL PREACH THAT SHEET

[@vincentargoncillo2834]

Brazil girl the best answer very clear and happy person.

[@umbertomaresca6192]

the great culture shock as an italian, I had... and still have today after 25 years.. is how happy i am married with my filipina wife..we came from very different life styles Italy-Philippines.. but still we are a super happy couple

[@alfred_2966]

I love this Ukranian woman, she Nailed it

[@boyinglabro7082]

As as Filipino, and in general we show respect to our guest in our home, esp the foreigner who were guest in our home country. As.much as possible we gave our good services if not the best as long we gave happiness for our guest like tourists people. I admire and appreciate your endeavors to picture our Filipino culture which were surprised you. Thanks ..

[@mangosteen.]

Alona's (Ukrainian girl) point when Filipinos line up and not knowing what they're lining up for is so true! So many times have I asked which line is for which and people don't seem to know what they're lining up for especially those that are at the ends of such long lines! We, filipinos, are so afraid to ask that we tend to sacrifice our time for the sake of not looking uninformed/unaware and/or being embarassed.

[@kylesloane3815]

Agreed, Alona was a great interview indeed! That specific thing about blindly following things is surprising to me too

[@mioustymiousty3180]

😂😂😂

[@jenmay3671]

I agree with but that'ts not me 😅 I'd rather ask which line is for which than wasting my time and energy lining up for a wrong line 😂 I don't care if its embarassing for other or if you do it no one will answer, I'll look for the answer regardless 🤭

[@NPRNTVChannel]

Hello young bro! Welcome to the Philippines. New subscriber here from California. I’m a filipino from N. Mindanao but migrated in the late ‘80s. Our youngest daughter is done college in 3 years. I’m retired now and I’ll be glad be back in my country for good after that. Good luck and be safe.

[@simplestreetinterview]

Best of luck in life, my friend. And thank you for the support!

[@timpono]

#1 Philippines is not just beaches. slums and high-end cities exist too. #2 as part of their culture- Filipinos are generally nice and hospitable, they would approach and help you even if they don't know you. #3 the Filipino is a happy culture and takes things easy without a rush. #4 the Philippines is a 3rd world country and is considered poor by others, but when you actually go there it doesn't much seem to be that way because they are actually doing good for themselves.

[@lzalab2286]

The Ukrainian lady’s observation is spot on 😂

[@SIMPLYCOOLVIBES]

More content like this sir.... very well presented

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thanks man! 🙏

[@SIMPLYCOOLVIBES]

@@simplestreetinterview its a pleasure sir 🙏

[@rysupastar718]

Filipinos are not confrontational and avoid conflicts as much as possible. But when people step on us and insult our race, we don't back down!

[@mrrepma50]

The Ukrainian lady is right about this Pinoy attitude.

[@TheHilda1974]

Philippines is a relax country hahaha no to stress hehehe

[@apinezstats2237]

The Brazilian lady has acquired a Filipino accent

[@annson24]

Your interview with Michael really hits hard how we often take things for granted, complain too much about things even.

[@ELEAByahera]

The Indian was born in PH. How will he be culture shocked?

[@Inana_Beth]

Exactly

[@Jazz-tv7jr]

😂😂😂 yeah his accent is like Filipino too😅

[@Ama94947]

he is just a Filipino with Indian descent indeed. sad that he still treat him like a Foreigner!!

[@marinefrod7685]

Some Indians still live in communities where other fellow Indians also reside, you will still practice your culture even if you're born and raised in other countries and by still practicing the culture of your parents' home country you can spot the differences from the country you're born and raised in .

[@anxiousdog]

It seems you don’t know indians or haven’t been outside of the philippines. Indians tend to group together as expats, they would actually prefer indian or pakistani neighbours. Majority of them would not eat local or foreign food as they would only prefer their own even if the ingredients are so hard to find. I’ve know grown-ass indians in their 30’s that have not even tried pizza or think that pizza has only one flavour. In general they don’t want to go out of their comfort zones with the exception of a few. Their culture is instilled on them even if they are born on a foreign land, thus it’s not surprising to me that this guy even phil born would still be culture shocked.

[@rodeliotungcab1334]

Thank you so much to you for recognizing Filipinos in a good way!

[@ofeliamanalo9079]

Filipinos are full of love and laughter. Thank you for this channel.

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thank you, Ofelia, you're the best!

[@jan-jans143]

finally a mature vlog from a filipino.

[@simplestreetinterview]

Lol, are you tired of all the silly pranks and corny couple vlogs, my friend?

[@jan-jans143]

@@simplestreetinterview i don't even watch it. 30 year olds who acts like highschool ain't my taste.

[@MyLifeThai371]

My biggest culture shock in the Philippines was the fact that they do not have toilet seats on their western style toilets in the huge shopping malls in Las Pinas and Alabang in Laguna province outside of Manila. That was quite a shock for me during my first trip to Asia. That was in 2016.

[@lensixecho]

It’s because most people don’t seat when they use toilet. At least for most women. I don’t know about men. Unless your taking a shit, most women squat when urinating (not on the vowl, but by just bending knees. Lol

[@themiddlepath8685]

Which mall in Alabang are yoi referring to? I lived there for 4 years. Toilets are amazing😂

[@sallysalvo3142]

Agree for the Ukrainian lady..European are so straight...they will tell you what they feel but it doesn't mean they are truly angry..Filipinos smile but in reality.. they they have things inside them just to avoid conflicts and problem

[@CindysBisvlog]

This is my problem here abroad ,😅

[@pheromone714]

Collectivism and Individualism culture. Like other asian countries l, Filipinos are collective culture they tend to follow social ethics or norm to avoid conflict while western contries like in America and Europe follow individualistic culture, which opposite

[@prettysurelourd5703]

the first guy is a German and works as a model in Philippines, he has a lots of Filipino friends especially in the entertainment industry, his more appreciative and easily adapted in the Filipino culture

[@Dame-Dame-Dame]

I believe her point makes sense, I often questions these rules that doesn't make sense especially in pandemic era. Remember there's a rule that only couple that live with each other who are allowed to ride a motorcycle, but they have to have a shield or something that separates them. How can this make sense when at the end of the day they will sleep with each other at night? But then again It boils down to her 1st point the Filipino avoid conflict. We rather follow the rule that doesn't make sense than exert energy to the things that's not worth our time.

[@filipinabisdaknurseswissvlog39]

Watching your video from Switzerland 🇨🇭 Thank you for your honest comments and reactions

[@jpespinosa4539]

The Ukrainian comment is spot on but I think its normal for asian cultures.

[@jmwes12]

Some, but naturally Ukraine people are worse and uneducated based in my personal experience

[@Champagnetropa]

I love your content man! keep doing what you do, I felt the love coming out of my screen. More powers!!!

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thanks man! 🙏

[@benjaminjrtiguman1079]

Nice content, more vlogs for the Philippines...

[@aclau7]

I so agree of the Ukrainian lady with regard to the rules being implemented like the one she mentioned about face shield. I live in the states now, but when I found out about the Covid quarantine & testing, my family was laughing because I was cursing & questioning about the implementations of it, it was so stupid & nonsense.

[@Ednisito]

We need more interviews videos to watch. I love your content bro 🇵🇭

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thanks you’re the best, bro!

[@bluesnowconeplays5362]

The last interviewee topic was so interesting though. I like to hear the comments of other filipinos on this. Coz for me I know some of the rules are very illogical... As long as i am aware that these rules are rediculous, that is fine with me. But what i don't like about it is the people just keep following these rules without even knowing that they are being scammed or something like that.

[@jacktherater3533]

It is not my job to debate the rules. We have senators and congressmen to do that. As citizens, your job is to follow the rules. If you don't like the rule, just let the votes do the talking. You can whine and karen about the rules all day.. nothing will change.. you will just stress yourself and get wrinkles.

[@leicabilin2821]

Which of her thoughts you want to talk first? 😁

[@Raymondlopez08]

To the Ukrainian woman on the last interview, even I, as a Filipino, admit it's hard to accept that facemask protocol before, but I tell myself that this thing is for my safety and the safety of everyone. The government of the Philippines really works hard to work out the best policy to keep people safe from coronaviruses. and now we've surpassed the danger of the Corona virus. Ask yourself now: Why are you still alive now? That's just because of the good government's COVID-19 policy that made you angry before.

[@joelarcayena7395]

In fairness to her, i don't think she was angry of the covid protocol...she said that she was surprise that the locals just follow rules without understanding the logic of the rule...she said you should follow government rules but understand why and know the logic about the rule...that's what she was pointing out...😎

[@fym216]

This woman makes it complicated. Face mask is just for everybody’s safety simple as that!

[@ironorchid]

​@@joelarcayena7395 I agree with some of her views. I also asked why Filipinos mostly obeys the rules without asking or understanding about them. I'm also confused why we are such a pushovers when it comes to tyrants and abusers like china, rich Filipinos and local politicians.

[@waterlily2839_chua]

​@@joelarcayena7395 actually if you are ordinary citizen and knows no one in the government it means you are powerless and useless even you are paying govt taxes and there is no clear laws if the govt put that and always put immediate rules without public consultation

[@joselitovillegas6811]

That's why they got invaded by Russia, too much anti-govt sentiments sometimes will ruin you.

[@marjoriebea5507]

Mr. You're welcome to our country... Injoy your vacation here...

[@mimiko8577]

alona well done finally not a fake and honest opinion really appreciate it

[@dexterd4156]

I love Alona's interview :)

[@MegaVicoy]

brother of justine bieber...lol...speaking tagalog is advantage...

[@QuezoUbeYEAH]

Love the UKR woman’s frankness and opinions.. appreciate it so much, reminds me of me ukr coworker, straight up sensible

[@yoriko_takaoka]

Brazilian Lady has a Filipino accent 😁. Glad to hear an extensive answer from a Ukranian. Is the interviewer a Filipino? (It's my first time in this channel) amazing how you can speak russian. How is that?

[@gabrielamalaya5947]

I love the Brazilian lady the most

[@johnthompson7826]

I have never seen or heard any other foreigner who articulated the Filipino attitude, with stunning accuracy, the way the Ukrainian girl did. Even the comment section proves her point. Full of people who still defend the crazy policies implemented back then.

[@kencedeno6920]

pamela got the filipino accent already and she sounds lovely

[@sureshmukhi2316]

I am actually surprised at what Alona said about some Filipinos not liking money. Though I know some Filipinos would help for free, if there was a service rendered they expect to be paid. What is possibly true is there's no fixed rate. Like if a plumber fixes a leaky faucet, then after he is done I ask him how much? He would most likely say "ikaw na bahala sir" ( it is upto you) instead of giving me a flat rate.

[@metromanila2011]

It's about loosing face, and being confronted that their behavior not acceptable (received as personal critic)

[@sureshmukhi2316]

@@metromanila2011 so they rather not get paid?

[@metromanila2011]

@@sureshmukhi2316 I assume so

[@cookiemurph8532]

Beware out there for some of these foreign guys who are trying to look for a Filipina in the thought of just to have a permanent residency in the future & able to live & stay in the Philippines. If you are into foreign guys at least look for the high value men w/ morals.😅

[@Yamie1101]

Much better to stay out of it. I mean dating .

[@cookiemurph8532]

@@Yamie1101 Right👍but sad to say that the Vizaya women who are the ones that usually makes video contents & talks about Fil-foreign relationships are portraying & dragging the whole Filipina women as if their narrative, thoughts & personality/behavior defines in general the whole Filipina women & that most is just like them which of course is not the case & not right. Like for example in the highlands, you don't find someone/a lady from Baguio talks about women in that area or such relationships like what the women do in the south that are like 'pimps' 'bugaw' pimping the women of the Philippines to their foreign viewers & who knows what kind of aliens those who are coming/entering the PH, maybe some pedophiles, a trafficker .... What a shame for these women & even happy to defend & become one of the run through for these so-called passport bro's. They are behaving so Cheap.

[@mekameka6967]

For your information philippines the dont give permanent resident..my hubby is foreigner..

[@zidane0017]

The thing is, its a very simple rule that would not even take 5 seconds to do, so most Filipino's would rather do it than cause more trouble "abala" The Ukrainian Woman pointed some accurate things tho, I like this interview

[@deys888kaye]

Interesting! Great interview!

[@simplestreetinterview]

Glad you liked it! Thank you! ☺️

[@justry1340]

Ohh the first guy interviewed is a popular vlogger. I'm glad he's on your channel.

[@tomspriggs9478]

I am in Cebu on day 4 and I love it! It is a lot better than I was expecting.

[@richardnarito5733]

I was shock by the vlogger. You were great po. You can speak many language.

[@sassygirl3919]

I’m more amazed on how the interviewer speaks different languages fluently. ❤

[@abaymanixtv]

Thanks for sharing

[@simplestreetinterview]

My pleasure!

[@aljonserna5598]

Being a Filipino with our lazy stuff it's about the heat and humidity, and hurrying stuff or being angry is crap like doing that is crap in brownout situations, it just make things worse so we just take it way easy... now humidity and the heat's getting worse with more and more cases of people couldn't take it anymore, just glad these guys seem to not too much bothered with it at all

[@thesingingmom8066]

Sending love & support here, keep in touch & have a great day!

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thank you! You too!

[@geepeeone]

The Ukranian lady is very insightful and on point! Thank you.

[@quenchtv5436]

It's interesting to see their point of view

[@cool7654321]

This has taught me so much about myself actually. I'm filipino American and I constantly feel like I have to speak up for myself in situations during the day, I didn't realize it was because I was raised Filipino and find myself avoiding conflict with the expense of mild discomfort. I always thought about it like this: I value a happy, easy experience than I value any type of conflict. It's all about experience, and enjoying it together. That's why Filipinos avoid conflicts, we just want a good experience for both ourselves and others.

[@yolandaagnir2528]

Nice, the Filipinos are best!!! 😂😅😮😅..from Northern California!!

[@TheMendeFamily]

Alona was definitely my favorite!

[@jd-pw8yv]

The interviewer can sound more warm, try a mellow approach.. He sounds abrupt, the opposite of warm.

[@frankcredo924]

welcome to the philippines guys....

[@aldrinpagunuran8688]

Coming from the lips of Brazilian chick... Filipino is the best Asian daw...mukng traveller Siya.. kaya ipagyabang natin..hehe😂

[@OpheliaPG]

The Ukrainian is on point. We avoid conflict at all costs but don’t make the mistake of thinking that you can do whatever you like. There’s always a red line and you really don’t want to test our patience 😂

[@CubSATPH]

I hope more foreigners will come to the Philippines our country is peaceful and always welcome to anyone here

[@glizieljo]

Thank u foreignrs

[@aceflyer7432]

The last lady just had me laughing.. hahahahahahaha.. I love her.. 🤣🤣🤣.. The Face Mask and The Face Shield.. 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeffreysalamillas7181]

subscribed! love your contents

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thanks Jeffrey, you're the best!

[@fcguam3939]

Excellent vid clip

[@alfredotorralba6899]

Interesting feedbacks from foreigners. Overall it is positive.

[@Joepoe20041]

Welcome back🇵🇭

[@Kenji_Zoldyck]

Philippines raise🎉❤

[@icecell]

Alona sounds like a nice person to talk with over some coffee. Quite observant, that one. Btw, it's awesome to hear a fellow pinoy speaking russian! Did you self study or enroll somewhere?

[@armandolagunday3543]

Welcome to our beloved country Philippines

[@virgiliapamutongan1453]

...see you! ☺️ Thanks friend! 🙌

[@abgeebssr7344]

Very nice and entertaining segment.

[@simplestreetinterview]

Thanks a lot! You should stick around for more!

[@joseargonza7984]

"the heat," broke the deal for me.