-≛-Russian Culture:Banya, Ice Swim., Maslenitsa-≛- ASMR

[@beardsyASMR]

It's a shame this video has half the views of Maria's other ones because it's one of the best ASMR videos out there. Her voice and pitch are spot-on, it's super relaxing, and it's also informative.

[@SodaPopJX]

I agree. This is one of my go-to videos because her voice is just so perfect in this one!!

[@dacianavanprice]

Personally I prefer her older videos to her newer ones. There was a shyness and a sort of innocence to these videos. Something the lost as she grew.

[@catherinebisset8870]

Agree

[@Инокомюслие]

Wonderful asmr,thank you for the big goose bumps! but to such a phenomenon as Russia it has a very remote relationship,fortunately or unfortunately... How is it that people living at a relatively short distance from each other,know almost nothing about their neighbors except archaic marker representations. In Russia there is a tragedy(it seems it did not stop almost in time). European in their mentality people are in humiliating relative to the rest of the developed world position. Poverty,abused human rights by government structures. And this applies to all,not only living there,because the space of life is one.

[@ElizabethBSoCal]

AccentASMR this is one of her best - I think at least 1,000 of the views are from me alone. I play it several times a day when I need to focus. It really helps me get into the zone

[@grantriehm3230]

It's 2019 and this is still one of the best ASMR videos.

[@annikasvenningsen9028]

Grant Riehm completely factual

[@chriswhitt6685]

Totally agreed.

[@sparkleloofy]

2020 and still my fav!

[@barbaraweimar]

2020 too!

[@Thebluegoth]

*2020

[@skyflower7778]

I wish she would make another one! The way she filmed this with the slideshow running is so relaxing AND the content is really entertaining and informative. 😭❤️

[@biekgiek]

Agreed. It would be awesome if she'd continue with a series on Russian culture and history and then one with Russian language. I guess I should contribute to her Patreon...

[@tiffanybaines6828]

Yes please Maria!

[@thebeasters]

Lofi of course

[@Zenek143]

It’s 2022 and This is still one of the best ASMR videos

[@taydoty5]

I’m here in 2022

[@helenabillie1143]

I come back to this video at least once in a week haha😊

[@crespoopserc]

2023! Love it

[@sparkleloofy]

Still my fav

[@HeatherFeatherASMR]

Maria your voice is like caramel, particularly when you were talking about the swimming and the holiday. I don't know what was different to my ears about those two segments, but my scalp got super tingly (and that's rather rare for me, as I usually only get triggered in my spine).

[@TheseBitchesWantNikes]

Heather, I love her's and your videos. I'd love to see a crossover between you two!!

[@angelaotto44]

Miss you Heather. Hope you're well!

[@moses777exodus]

Thanks for sharing. Best wishes, Lord-Jesus-Christ com

[@Holasoykarla]

Because of this video I looked to see if there was any in my area. I ended up finding The Russian Turkish Bath House and it was amazing. It had so many different rooms where you go from hot to cold. They even had a jacuzzi that pumped salt water straight from the beach! It was an incredible relaxing experience and I plan on doing it after any stressful event I may work at in the future. Thank you for educating us on such an amazing practice, if it wasn't for you I would have never found it

[@GentleWhisperingASMR]

Oh I am so happy to hear this :*D you made my day! Thank you so much ♡

[@ccrriioolloo]

+GentleWhispering do you speak spanish ? Or only English and Russian ?

[@kyg7517]

Hey my name is karla

[@DoctorSess]

i'm so interested in russia and its culture since im american and we are so indoctrinated to assume russia is the "bad guy" or at least we were. Movies, Tv, etc the james bond bad guy is always stereotypical russian. its sad and ignorant to generalize a whole culture like that. im sure there was a lot of anti american propaganda as well for russian people.. so instead let's actually learn about each other! EXCELLENT VIDEO. now ill probably be put on some red list for my interest but oh well comrades ;)

[@GentleWhisperingASMR]

no no, you are absolutely right! :D thank you so much for saying this!

[@kianellis7440]

now yuo see

[@agricola]

A free capitalist russia where people can live and think as they wish and buy what they wish is good for both themselves and the world. Unfortunately what has passed was a czarist then communist russia where individual freedoms and rights were nonexistant which was horrific for the russians and awful for the rest of the world. I dont blame or have bad feelings for russians as a whole because the things that created the absolute authority of the czarist state and the crushing authoritarianism and the staggering social and economic failures of communism were largely out of their control.

[@crixxxxxxxxx]

jagget mordu People can live and think as they wish? HAHAHAHAHA.

[@robertjack4329]

It's 2019 and history repeats itself. In USA news media and much of social media Russia is still the bad guys.

[@ASMRLightBreeze]

Мария,Вы такая молодец,что знакомите иностранцев с нашей культурой!Очень приятно и отрадно смотреть Ваши видео,посвященные России)Ждем других серий!Спасибо Вам большое)))

[@taylinbell]

I love when Maria says “okie”, ahh so cute! And I’ve watched this video so many times now

[@thebeasters]

The best moment in ASMR

[@biggee316]

I'm going to tell you what I truly admire about Russians. For most of their history, the Russian people have been constantly struggling, and it would seem that life constantly hands these folks lemons, but they know how to make it lemonade... I doubt if 10% of the American population would be able to survive without the comforts we take for granted here, and the Russians and many other people across the world, live without...

[@leeleel.674]

Funny thing is, the comforts we take for granted have only been around for a short time. For most of our brief history as a nation we’ve had countless struggles and managed to overcome them. I think what makes our perception different than other nations is that we have an optimistic attitude that seems almost naive. Like we stubbornly look ahead instead of looking back at what once was.

[@desols1179]

Is there no comfort in Russia? Oh my goodness

[@WhisperAudiosASMR]

Best video by far! I absolutely love learning about other cultures and find it so fascinating! Maria you are just the most wonderful human being and presented this in such a thoughtful and unique way that I was hanging onto your every word! Your heritage and traditions are so beautiful you should be proud to be Russian. Thank you so much for putting in the time to share with us this video especially with your school work. Love you always xxxx

[@TheFlacapreciosa]

I have been watching you for a few years now and I must say that besides the fact that you are such a beautiful person inside and out, you have a spectacularly clear, straight forward and correct English vocabulary of which you use so eloquently! Your public presence and soft and feminine hand motions makes you almost hypnotizing. You make me so proud to share my country with you. There are natural born citizens of this country who had the opportunity to learn how to speak correctly yet still speak like imbeciles so once again, I appreciate your passion for the English language and your openness to learning. Continue to be the wonderful person you are, Maria! Thank you for all of your hard work! It is very appreciated!

[@tiffanymccall5338]

Can we please get another video like this? I love it & I'd love to learn more about your culture!

[@chickennoodlesoupwithguara6237]

yess

[@hermetickitten]

Everything about you, Maria, is special. Not only your videos are sweet and relaxing, but they are also uniquely informative and enrichening. Thank you so much for being the most incredible source of inspiration. Mew! :3

[@phoenixrisingtattoo]

Hermetic Kitten 5554 %%:5

[@franjuniorbonnells]

I love you so much you have no idea!! Greetings from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@freekittentree]

Maria, would you consider making another video like this one, teaching us about Russian culture?😊

[@emrah5538]

​@@faye5908We really do. A lot of us do.

[@LambLiesDownOnBroadway]

We don't want propaganda, so no. ;)

[@alexandraelizondo9213]

@GentleWhisperingASMR please please please make more videos like this one! I love when you teach about Russian culture, and everything about this was so relaxing and wonderful. I also love to hear you speak Russian words and enjoy when your accent comes through stronger, your voice is so beautiful. 💖

[@cabbitsd]

I think it's really sad that 2:05 - 2:45 was even necessary to say.

[@UncleBoom]

+CabbitSD It's not necessary. It's just another interesting outward expression of her thoughts and worries about what people might think or comment about after seeing this video. I roll my eyes and say "Oh Kay Mom"... Just because there are some people who make asses out of themselves doesn't mean I need casual lessons in condescending tones every time someone is about to tell me about a culture... I don't know if she would believe it but I found her video by searching for "Russian Culture" on youtube, because I wanted to see videos about how people live in Russia... Crazy right?!

[@spzer2557]

+Phie Mary Lee Your opinion is refuted by facts. Most capitals in Europe are more foreigners than natives, arabic is being taught as foreign language, and the native culture is being pushed away in the name of "acceptance" But don't let facts ruin your opinion

[@shannonhultgren6485]

I would love to see more Russian culture videos, very relaxing and informative. I particularly like these videos when I am anxious, but need to still function/carry out day-to-day activities (ie study) and not fall asleep. Thank you!

[@stephenthompson4389]

I don’t know what my deal is, I’ve been watching Maria since 2011 and for some reason recently found myself obsessed with this video. I have come back to it and watched this probably twice a day every day for weeks now.

[@thebeasters]

It reminds me of being in school, when we used to watch things on projectors, I graduated high school in 98 for reference, and her calm Lo-Fi microphone, with her little nuances and slight accent just gets me

[@littlecicek]

Oh I'd love to see a Russian Christmas traditions video too!! X

[@TheASMRCircus]

I love to learn more about foreign cultures. Thank you for making this video for us, Maria. :)

[@jackhentschel2223]

Maria for President of the world 2016

[@QQS-iz9ce]

Jack Hentschel I don’t know why but I laughing 2019 but that video is still one of the best ASMR video I ever watched

[@ryankiser294]

Maria for president 2020

[@altanaeliza]

Where surely would be no wars because she'd talk people to peace and sleep

[@PeruvianTreeProductions]

Maria’s early videos where she speaks softly instead of whispering are the best!

[@AmyFMcCready]

I have no idea why your voice here is so different to your other videos but what you achieved is spot on! I always fall asleep to this ahahaha. Thank you

[@JennyOSunshine]

I find this way of speaking much more relaxing then the very slow whispering.

[@MichaelSoothingASMR]

The great thing about ASMR videos is that they can be about anything and free of politics and judgemental comments. Hopefully people can understand this and skip the politically correct speech lectures. This Russian culture video is great, (and also soothing), we hope to see more!

[@jillmoolenschot7684]

Utterly fascinating. I appreciate Maria’s love of her Russian culture & her infectious eagerness to share it with the rest of us. It’s 2024 and these & the Russian language lessons are my favourites!

[@christianwade8570]

It's 2024 and this is still one of the best ASMR videos.

[@ChelseyDee]

October of 2024 and this is STILL the best

[@BarbaraW.-vi8gw]

Same!

[@DonnaASMR]

I really enjoy videos that are relaxing and interesting at the same time! Thank you so much for your amazing work, Maria! Glad you're back!

[@Puffywhispers]

I loved it Maria. Watching the Banya clips especially gave me very big tingles. I really hope you decide to do more Russian culture videos like this. I really really enjoyed it! Thank you so much! Looking forward to your next video! :)

[@GentleWhisperingASMR]

Yay! I am so happy to hear you liked this! ^_^ THANK YOU! ♥

[@TheASMRAngel]

So nice to see you back Maria and a lovely informative video too as well as highly relaxing. I don't see your Russian cultures being any quirkier than some that we have in England. For instance we also have Pancake day however we just make them in our homes. There's a tradition in Gloucestershire of cheese rolling whereby you roll a cheese down a hill and chase it.

[@TubaHorse]

I simply *ADORE* your choice of opening song for this, Maria! For those who don't know, it was _"Очи Чёрные"_ or "Dark Eyes". A wonderful piece!

[@estudiosfolkloreiberoamericano]

TubaHorse who sings in this version?

[@IsaVarg]

I haven't been able to relax properly lately, even with ASMR, but finding this helped me so much. When the leaf part started at about 5:30, I abruptly started feeling drowsy and calm. It's an amazing feeling that I thought I'd lost. Thank you.

[@extranetextranetus9857]

***** Of course. But only after drinking vodka. Also you should have your cap with ear-flaps put on for a better effect.

[@RN-xf8lu]

+savenkov I have a Russian boyfriend and usually learn anything I can to make him feel at home! including learning Russian. I must say he's quite taken by my sweet efforts.

[@ellbell441]

Pleasssseee do more teaching "lessons" on actual historical or cultural information! This and your Russian language classes are killer 💕💕

[@Rowangrey]

Six years later, this is still one of my favorite ASMR videos of all time

[@bridgetcullen7640]

It’s 2021 and this is still one of the best ASMR videos.

[@elliemeow6167]

I come back to ur old russian videos time & time again. This one & the teacher ones. My favorite!!!

[@flynnsouth]

Thank u Maria! I discovered your videos about two months ago. I finally get some sleep now because of you! I can't go to be without you now! I bring u to bed with me every night. I love learning about the Russian culture. My grandparents are from Minsk, so I love learning about their background and my ancestry. Great work as always! Xoxo

[@thegrinch5512]

Please, do more vídeos about Russia

[@michaelcap9550]

Without that hat.

[@YoungCoward]

Michael Cap Stfu

[@thebeasters]

Tingly invasion of Ukraine video

[@deloperez]

I loved this. please do post more videos about russia and russian culture! I studied a little bit of russian in high school, and absolutely love russian composers and musicians. Especially Mussorgsky, Tchaikovsky, & Rostropovich.

[@AlexisTwoLastNames]

these traditions seem so cool. this is one of my fav ASMR videos and i definitely want to try Banya, winter swimming, and Maslenitsa pancakes yum. i’d love to visit Russia one day. every place on this planet is so interesting, and i can’t believe we have even more to explore in the ocean, and in space. so cool.

[@lynnen264]

I would love to know more Russian traditions, I love that the people welcome in Spring and say Goodbye to winter. love you wonderful Maria xo

[@leemay7780]

2020 still coming back after so many years. Still does the trick. Back to your roots Maria!

[@morganlowe3353]

my children are Ukrainian and they love the Russian culture even thobtheir grandmother does not usually speak much about it. I think its unusual how much love they have for Ukrain and Russia being so young and not exposed to much, I belive it is in their spirit. They have an undeniable pride and love for their origins and I love it. and love learning more about it, to teach to them. Thank You.

[@bradleyhill2881]

By far the best ASMR artist about, been a long time coming; but they're always worth the wait

[@ellierainecook]

Please make another video about Russian culture!! This is one of my favorite videos that you’ve ever done and always puts me right to sleep! 💗

[@TheFlacapreciosa]

Love this! So interesting! And with her angelic voice? It's perfect!

[@leemay7780]

Been coming back to this one for years Maria, please keep this format in mind for the future!

[@christianwade8570]

It's 2023 and this is still one of the best ASMR videos.

[@Angry20Something]

I went and looked up other videos about Russian Banyas because this video made them seem so appealing. Its been 10 years. I should really try one one of these days.

[@umhamela1]

Your voice IS world peace :-).

[@MichaelSoothingASMR]

Excellent comment. Imagine a world where everyone is listening to Maria's voice doing these videos. Who could remain irritated, angry, or aggressive? Pretty much no one. She could be giving us bad news and we'd still feel relaxed,,,,by her delivery

[@jodybaer-swanson]

I have watched you for years and never seen this until today!! I learned so much. It is so interesting.

[@jaylinmalagon5097]

Your voice makes me feel safe :)

[@missco89]

i've had a heavy chest/anxious feeling in the past two days, I've been watching Maria all morning and the anxious feeling is gone. Thanks Maria!

[@suzyevans3365]

I love you soo much Maria, really missed you, can't believe I'm the first person to see this! Never seen a 0views before.

[@Bigbaldybear]

***** Ha ha!

[@CreedBrattonTheOffice]

How did Suzy fail? If it said 0 views then to Suzy she is the first viewer.

[@TheRelwood]

Creed Bratton Hahaha Omg CREED!

[@Ser_Jorah]

***** No she didn't, you and the 14 people that thumbed you up are slow.

[@Rayhuntter]

Derpleton Herpson you guys are so thick :D youtube does not update views live...refresh the video, does it say +1 views?

[@elizabethbell8597]

I love this one! More like this one please. So relaxing and interesting.

[@taylinbell]

This is my absolute favorite video of Maria’s. Sooooo relaxing!!!!

[@MaddiKerridge17]

What you said at the beginning about respecting other countries/religions/cultures etc was beautiful

[@CH-mb8kl]

Thank you dear Maria for the lovely video! So educational, through and soothing! Love hearing about your beautiful culture!!

[@IsItOrNot]

I would love for you to do more of these types of videos - I love to learn as I relax, listening to someone softly speaking about history or different cultures is my absolute favourite.

[@alexandrawoodill6805]

This is my absolute favorite video and I still watch it all the time! I love your soft spoken and sweet teacher style and love that I actually learned so much about your culture. It is so pleasant ❤️❤️❤️ I hope you make another one soon

[@JM_Rosebranch]

I just love how you you carry yourself. You are such a classy lady and so positive. I think that's why I love your videos so much. You're an inspiration!

[@madeleinestanisawska9234]

I love these Russian culture videos! The only thing better than an ASMR video is an ASMR video that teaches you something new.

[@joannehastings3696]

When I first started watching Maria’s videos I spent a few weeks watching them all. That must have been around the time this one was released; but somehow I missed it. I found it several weeks ago and now it’s my favourite - but I thought it was a recent one. I thought how great it was that the sound was less polished that her more recent videos, which no longer give me tingles. After several years of watching them, I can’t seem to get them from videos anymore. It’s the innocence of the action, the unintended rustling of paper for instance, or rooting in a handbag, that makes my head spin deliciously. This video takes me back to that and almost, almost does it. Maria, please don’t be so polished. I love it when you’re natural and more spontaneous. Soft spoken, not whispering or just tapping or some of the odd things people do with microphones, is best for me by far. Take it back to the basics. At least, sometimes. (Maybe a special series of throwback-style, simple videos? I’d love it!)

[@wendyischarms]

I love that I can learn something new while relaxing! Thanks, Maria!! I love informative/instructional videos from you!!!!

[@blueskysummer1012]

I had to share that this remains one of my all-time favorite videos of yours - I go back to this one ALL the time! Please feel free to release more cultural videos. I also love your Russian food video and have made some of the dishes for my husband. I still need to make herring in a fur coat - he doesn't believe that it could be delicious but I know that it will. Just wanted to say thank you for all that you do and that I truly appreciate the cultural education :)

[@Pigsbum53ASMR]

i really missed that mic!!:) so glad you brought it back. i miss the tapping video you did from Esmeralda silentcitadel's package! do you remember that video?:) that was a wonderful video. hope you could do something like that again.:) it was raw and genuine and no preparation and i really miss those kind of videos from you. not that i dont like roleplay a but sometimes i miss you just talking to us just rambling about your day!:)

[@nina-he1dj]

Maria's imagination, free spirited nature, and devotion to the community that she helped develop makes her a true asmr artist and pioneer. Bravo Maria! I hope one day this phenomenon and all of the artists that are making it public get the recognition that they deserve!

[@bearberrymcqueen47]

Perhaps you could talk about Russian fashion. Perhaps Russian daily life? The stereotypes maybe. Like Russian ice princess. Or Russian point of historical interest in the country. Ps I am a huge fan of yours. You are such an amazing human being!

[@buttercup_e]

Hi Maria! I'm an spanish archaeologist girl working hard in Portugal. My job is soooo tiring and hard, in the field, 8 hours, with cold... But your videos lead me the peace and relax I need every night, when I'm so tired and feel so sad far from my home in Spain. Thank so much for everything, buy specially for your videos about russian culture or language.. as an historician I really apreciate that! Lots of love... :)

[@IsItOrNot]

Oh how I wish Maria did more of these types of culturally informative videos - so interesting and relaxing!

[@Seminole44woke]

Russian culture seems to be very fascinating! Thank you for sharing, you are a great friend to us all in this community!

[@whisperflower]

I love this video! I miss Russia so much! My brother built a banya in his back yard and he has a hat just like the one in this video. =D

[@irishwhispers6839]

I really appreciate you making this, Maria. I've always had an interest in Russian culture and society, particularly because it's not exposed very much in Western media. I don't know what ignited my interest in Russia when I was much younger (perhaps that it's so very different to Ireland) but this video has certainly satisfied my desire to learn more about the country. It also provided its most important function: to relax. Thank you!

[@AnabethalightASMR]

Maria! Please do another one of these Russian culture videos. I love them!

[@jupiter5238]

love this! i'm currently learning russian, and russian culture is something that truly fascinates me. as someone from poland, russian culture feels familiar at first but upon closer inspection they're wildly different! such interesting history and beautiful culture, it's a shame what's happening there politically in recent years.

[@Amysbiblereads]

This one is so perfectly done! Deserves to be up there with her top videos ❤️

[@emilaallen1862]

2023 and still one of my faves! I’d love to learn more about Russian culture in this manner Maria xx

[@Ddawg450]

Maria looked awesome in that hat xD

[@iang1650]

Quite very much swagg

[@77kittygirl]

Not only was this an absolutely relaxing video but highly informative! Thank you for sharing this with us. I would love to see/learn more about Russian culture!

[@DAVYBOUY]

Most asmr nowadays is just tapping and quiet whispering. I hope the semi whisper comes back. Its the voice that gives tingles not just whispering

[@thms7.127]

The "semi whisper" is soft speaking in the ASMR language.

[@mandyc3524]

Two of my favorite things... Maria's asmr and learning about other cultures... I'm so happy right now!

[@tinahendrix3564]

You put so much work and effort into this video. I know you've been busy with school, so .i just wanted to let you know that you are appreciated. I actually learned a lot from this video, it's one of my new favorites. Thank you!!

[@stephendoran2690]

great to see no negative comments on here which is very refreshing.I'm Irish and my other half is Russian so always eager to learn more about Russia to win browny points with her!

[@shahnozaholboeva8173]

Liked it. Now it's time to watch it hehe ♥

[@TheFlacapreciosa]

Maria! I appreciate your thought, efforts and love that you put into your videos! I feel like I know you so well and I am just enamoured by your gentle personality! I would love to see more videos like this about other countries as well as more on Russia! You always show everything in a positive way! You are the light of the ASMR community! Blessings to you!

[@TabithaKristen]

Amazing as always Maria. It's so endearing how you ALWAYS feel apologetic when you don't have the time to upload a new video BUT, your true fans and supporters would never need an apology because we completely understand that you're a human being with a life, needs, relationships... you need time to be YOU. As a side note, 17:53 made me laugh so hard. Those little ones hitting each other with the.... fuzzy things on their hands. LOL

[@nicholeflanagan5539]

I absolutely love this she has such a loving and caring soul she really is a beautiful person inside and out and she has such a wonderful warm and calmness about her

[@HardwiredGhost]

You always come up with new and interesting things dearest Maria. You are amazing (:

[@GentleWhisperingASMR]

thank you so much my love! :)

[@HardwiredGhost]

***** Thanks to you for your videos that make so many people happy just by watching them (:

[@whitney5621]

Pure bliss. Every couple years I come back to this masterpiece and am blown away

[@tiedyekris]

YAY my tingles are back! I always learn so much from your videos Maria. I love a good cold swim from time to time, And a nice Hot tub followed by cold dip in pool, I can totally relate!

[@julesyeary6797]

i’ve been watching this video since I was in middle school and I’m about to graduate college one of my favorites. please do another culture/history lesson. love you maria ❤

[@BehindTheMoons]

That was great! I love when educational videos are also so relaxing. Your voice makes wonders I'm sure of it :)

[@OrganizedChaos7815]

Not only do I love learning about other cultures, but I also love your voice, the way you explain things, and your videos in whole! I'd love to see more videos like this! :)

[@vyseskies]

As if the ASMR itself wasnt enough, the video teaches a lot of things too! This is so good, it helps me with anxiety and insomnia e.e

[@ZoeSetToKill]

PLEASE do an updated version of this!! This is my favorite one and gives off such natural ASMR 💖

[@GameTesterBootCamp]

Pancake week?!?! HELL YES! That could be my new favorite holiday EVAR!

[@coraroth9009]

Your Russian culture videos are the best. Love them. Relaxing, soothing, and informative at the same time. Teach us more about your culture, please. You're a natural teacher, and I thank you for these wonderful moments.

[@lucypokes]

This is my favorite video, because it is not only relaxing as hell (your voice pitch is just perfect here), but it's informative as well ! :) it would be awesome if you made a similar video in the future:) love love love u !

[@ctarsund]

Thank You Mariah. I couldn't help but feel warm and teary while watching how informative this video was. I would like to know more and understand Russia more and become more open minded about it's interesting culture. I can't thank you enough Mariah. This was beautiful.

[@garvin0313]

Yes please share with us christmas russian traditions.

[@ajwubbin]

garvin0313 Christmas isn’t as big a deal in Russia as you would think. It never really recovered after the USSR went forcefully atheist. New Year’s is much more important and exciting.