He's Lived 50 Years Off the Grid in Appalachia 🇺🇸

[@PeterSantenello]

Thanks for watching! This is part of our greater Appalachia series: kzbin.info/aero/PLEyPgwIPkHo5If6xyrkr-s2I6yz23o0av ► UPD #1: Unfortunately Joe Hollis passed away in November 2023, a few months after this video was shot. His legacy carries on through the work of his team and interns. If you want to support the mission of Mountain Gardens, you can donate here: www.gofundme.com/f/the-future-of-mountain-gardens ► UPD #2: Mountain Gardens survived Hurricane Helene, but needs help with infrastructure maintenance: www.gofundme.com/f/the-future-of-mountain-gardens ► Joe's website: www.mountaingardensherbs.com ► Joe's YT channel: www.youtube.com/@mountaingardens ► Join our community: www.bit.ly/3HC36EH ► My exclusive content on Patreon: www.patreon.com/PeterSantenello ► Buy merch: www.shop.petersantenello.com

[@vigorous8153]

I love seeing how people living off the grid live, as a city person my whole life its cool to see another way of life. Keep up the great videos Peter!

[@yknowiknow5937]

Too bad this old guy doesn't live, near me. I'd help him for nothing and wouldn't want anything from him in return. I hope and pray he finds good people to help him. 🤔🙏🏻✌️

[@kevintodd8195]

Thank you Peter, where can I message you directly, I love your journalism, I lived up there for 10 years and it was heaven and hell, I was at 3000 ft

[@dertythegrower]

One of the best guests on your show the last three years.. Huge respect, for this one, fellas. 🙏

[@kevintodd8195]

How can I get in touch with this gentlemen, I would love to inherit that land, I'm destined to be up there, I have just had some hiccups, I'm a North Carolina native.

[@scootknot8789]

I grew up in Celo/Asheville. My grandmother is part of the community. Joe just passed away last week. What a lovely man. He left nothing but positivity behind

[@chickentrain7]

😭 Hate to hear the sad news.

[@chriskay2315]

I’d love to join and help continue Joe’s legacy.

[@OliEveryDayIsAnOliDay-ez2dy]

My condolences😢

[@Kissmytird]

So sorry for the loss

[@michellemcdermott2026]

RIP Joe

[@ck.youtube]

This old man may be off the grid for half a century deep in the mountains, but he is no wild man. He is an intellectual. My respect.

[@efogg3]

very well read. excellent knowledge.

[@youme1414]

He is not wild but crazy.

[@nickp3836]

He’s actually only 35

[@katylee1914]

@@bobdrinksthat’s nuts. He’s 80 and in better shape than half of America 😅

[@DoctorStrange01]

@@katylee1914 My grandma passed away at 89 recently, natural cause, very bad, unbalanced diet (partly because of financial situation) and absolutely 0 sport in her life. What i'm trying to say is that genetics play the biggest role here. Dude could as well lack in nutrients and still live very long, while other people stay fit and lead healthy lives but at 60 their bodies are already broken down and they often have some serious illnesses. There's probably a bigger chance for that in such an unhealthy country like the US.

[@joewarrick6043]

This dude is 80 and still making big plans and pushing forward. How inspiring!

[@nice-rd2pd]

he got like one week left tops

[@tjsmith5550]

@@nice-rd2pd based off his health and cognitive ability id say like 4-5. He's just on the skinnier side

[@gwengwen4535]

Right? I am 49 and just getting started myself I feel! I love it, I am spry and blessed in my cup runneth over, so why not use these hands and feet?

[@robmen1402]

His legacy. He wants what he built to continue.

[@thetoymanator7723]

Joe might be 80, bent over and using a bush crafted walking stick, but his mind is sharp as a tack and his eyes and ears are perfect so he just may be onto something with his herbal remedies. Like he mentioned, the Chinese are into herbal remedies and let's face it, they've been doing it for over 4,000 years. Who knows, without his plants, surroundings, stress-free lifestyle and commitment to life-long learning he may have been in a nursing home sitting in a wheelchair by 80. Good on him, living his dream which is more than most of us say or do.

[@pricemoore7764]

Had the pleasure of meeting and helping Joe clean up and start rebuilding the library. Always made me feel at home. Loved my time there.

[@crtseljak9366]

do you have contats for the people that are there now

[@laurenmay2098]

Lucky you, he was a very knowledgeable man.

[@asd9asdify]

He passed away, where did you meet him?

[@MsKatydid2012]

Does anyone know if his place is still there after hurricane Helene?

[@RipTommy]

@@crtseljak9366 following

[@rafferon3439]

I've been out at this man's property. He gives tours of the herbs and plants he grows and three years ago when I visited it was hard for me and other 20-30 year old's to keep up with him. Just zips around. He's a wealth of knowledge, his book collection was incredibly impressive.

[@captainamericaamerica8090]

He's now weak old FRAIL!! AND A CRIP! :

[@Kahneq]

Bro how do i get on one of those tours

[@crystaldattilo8403]

I wanna go there and possibly pick up where he left off.jow do l get there

[@Scutox]

​@@captainamericaamerica8090huh

[@dogg440]

nedds a hip transplant. But has nomedicare

[@DennisxDaring]

The craziest part of what you do Peter is 99% of the people watching this video would have never known or this man he would have blown in the wind of eternity. NOW his story lives with us and we take a part of him with us forever. You are doing some powerful work please never quit.

[@ebennett7]

Well said!

[@creed22solar123]

@@100millioneuros because you missed the whole point, Mr. 1MilEuros, and the point is he follows a way of life which is oriented towards fitting in with nature (and nature is chaotic on its own), as opposed to changing everything, which he does to some degree but tries not to do too much.

[@eddiecovell7572]

​@@100millioneuros Grid off!!!

[@herbalannie7707]

Actually he's pretty well known amongst the herbal community in the country. After all he's been around for a while. Lol

[@vicbotney7125]

A'Ho

[@5thgearratchet]

This man talking like he's 20 years old with his whole life ahead of him still making all these plans for the future. Incredible mentality. A lot of respect to this man.

[@StepUpMedia039]

Absolutely. Most people today mope around like breathing oxygen is an imposition but this guy takes each breath as a gift.

[@mattstone8878]

I was also thinking the same thing. It's like he lived his whole life learning the best way to live and wants to pass down the knowledge.

[@StepUpMedia039]

@@mattstone8878 just stop and think how amazing this world could be if more people did this

[@christopherg465]

A wise man plants trees under shade he will not sit.

[@featgorgon3985]

that’s the funnest part about stuff like this, you always have something to do or something to improve or add

[@mysticdao]

Had the great fortune to have Joe as a teacher and visited his property numerous times to learn and garden. True garden wizard. RIP Joe. Thanks for the video. Great to see him again in this way. 🙏

[@lindaeggers2635]

Is his property still being operated? I'd live to visit it. Are you able to disclose the location and info about visitation? So sorry he's passed. Truly enjoyed listening to him and learning from him in this video.

[@StephanieHarring]

❤❤❤

[@ericbelander2319]

Anything known about the property? I hope its in the possession of someone who cares about it

[@benfriedman2330]

Joe Hollis passed away in November, like 3 months after this video was posted. I like to think he saw the huge respect and attention to his work and felt like his dreams had come true- that people were flocking to his vision and he felt at peace. RIP .

[@bobbiejodebellfay8818]

That is sad to hear of his passing! I would have loved to had the chance to converse with him and soaked up as much knowledge as I could absorb! What is the latest news of his Garden of Eden?

[@ianspingle8865]

Rip to the man the legend .

[@eam217mtnmneater]

Oh no! 💔 I hope he was flocked to! I should've been there.

[@DREAEmpress_]

Awww S.I.P. I came across this Peter's videos and saw this one. I'm glad I watched it. This man is so knowledgeable, humble and just a joy to watch.

[@yancyyatessongwriter296]

Life well lived❤

[@OneTwoFourFloor]

Joe was recently diagnosed with cancer and is now in hospice care. The gofundme for him the mountain garden just released this news. Watching this video again in honor of Joe and all the good he brought to this world.

[@johnsmoak8237]

Yo somebody go tend that land, idk the man's will but pls, he had the start of a perfect menagerie Okay after watching further he really just explicitly said "yeah, pls move here"

[@GadgetGaming101]

Where is the land, someone needs to tend to it.

[@johnsmoak8237]

@@GadgetGaming101 I think that's a question for google

[@infomercialwars]

@@johnsmoak8237 he should be more careful inviting people some greedy fucker will spoil it for sure. I grew up in WV and I miss that region a lot and have been thinking about going back and doing something similar myself.

[@Patientbull]

he should sell his land

[@ianspingle8865]

This old man is a national treasure,any young person wanting to better there futures would be a fool not to spend time learning from him.we need more like him if we want to save our children's world.

[@silviavoss6411]

He left a collection of books he has in his library, its to help guide those who want to live in nature, communities that respect it like him.

[@vtheman1850]

A man living in a remote off the grid location for 50 years below the poverty line, is more composed and better spoken than a lot of public figures in 2023.

[@opencarrysherry]

Indeed! being self sufficient has great wealth

[@MrBl3ki]

He was already well educated before deciding to start this project.

[@able880]

For many they get burned out or stressed out living this new age culture out and just want to live closer to a basic life - It can be done but you have to know a lot - I live in a rural area but I still go to town once a month or two months for groceries - If you want to live real basic it doesn't cost much to live at all - if you have trees on land it's easy to cut wood and build things - I've had electric bills at times that were never higher than $9 a month - I just used a small chest fridge and fan in summer - I'm ok with out air-condition - I still use a lot of wood for heat - but some electric heat - For most they would think I live hard -

[@123Mathzak]

And his know-how of finding simple solutions that work for everyone would be far better than the divisive crap we get now.

[@TheMysticRager]

I’m thinking of Biden as a comparison

[@lindsayhedges2838]

Thank you for featuring Joe. Lets hope he gets his apprentices to keep this property and movement going. Beautiful countryside.

[@c.j.2262]

This was wonderful to hear of this gentleman. I live in Asheville and had no idea this was nearby. ❤️

[@aprillowe2890]

🙏♥️💯🙏♥️💯🙏

[@steverockwell5074]

This guy could teach the young folk today so much.

[@razt.6794]

​@@steverockwell5074I was thinking that very thing. This man could help n teach more than we no. ❤

[@ripmurdock232]

​@@100millioneurosopen up the southern border?😅

[@RareEarthSeries]

It is really lovely you got to record this before he passed. I know its your income, but I for one truly appreciate it.

[@wealthyspaces1131]

He’s passed 😢?

[@marlenesimister2273]

Oh sad! Really???

[@ultimatesunrise]

​@marlenesimister2273 yes, but man did he LIVE

[@davids6652]

When did he die? How old was he?

[@kissalanpojat]

@@davids6652 According to their gofundme page, he passed on November 7th 2023.

[@FreakiMuffin]

His bones maybe not as fit anymore but his mind was sharp as a scalpel. Rip to this legend he figured life out 50 years ago

[@palmeristo]

This is what should be on the Internet. You gave this man a voice and immortalised him and his work. Beautiful. Hope someone shows the love in that place like he did

[@jborden18]

Absolutely!! People to learn from, people who've experienced what they're talking about

[@AmyNatureLover]

I definitely would ❤

[@garybarr1045]

Fantastic! I'm a 78 year old retired architect. My greatest regret is joining the society at large and wasting my life doing what the people with money request. I envy Joe Hollis and celebrate his life. Way to go, Joe!

[@truthbetold4350]

he lives kind of like the Amish do… as I get older, that way of life doesn’t sound so bad

[@basstrammel1322]

Would you mind sharing how you would design an off grid place, after a long career in architecture? Would love to hear about it.

[@higherresolution4490]

Your comment is interesting to me. Since I was a child, I was obsessed with designing homes, especially on hillsides and on cliffs above the ocean. I grew up in Laguna Beach. But for the reasons you gave in retrospect, my parents persuaded me not to go in that direction. I regretted not having the will to make my own decision, however, my two best friends are Architects. From their experience working with clients, I definitely understand my parent's perspective!

[@michelleper5065]

yes but you belong in a different timeline... you came from a much better timeline than what they and the currently you ended up in .... yes all simulation but many timelines within... this is a bad one to say the least

[@basstrammel1322]

@@michelleper5065 Lecture 78 year olds about "the timelines" for the rest of your life, and you'll probably only hurt your cause. It's choices made based on experience and enviroment. Sometimes the choices are due for regret, but at the time they didn't seem to bad.

[@HereRightNowEternally]

His mind is sharp as a tac. Testament to the power of nature and self sufficiency. No lack of purpose. Lack of purpose is the demise of the mind and body. Thank you Peter. Love this.

[@rubenruiz5809]

I think it’s all the reading

[@katydid2877]

And no garbage food or meds.

[@search4truth104]

To bad his body is not keeping up with his mind.

[@letitiakearney2423]

Yes for all his healthy ways and encyclopaedia of plant 🪴 knowledge, he is not in very good health but I hope there are young people interested and willing to carry on his terrific work.

[@mtadams2009]

Physically work takes its toll.

[@JamesRiddle_Christ_is_King]

Mr Hollis passed last year. His garden was damaged some in the flood, but all of the workers were safe.

[@pamwilliams6630]

Thank you for this news. I thought of him and saw where he passed, but was concerned for the flooding from Helene.

[@nancynorton2854]

Thanks for the update.

[@WhizPill]

Glad millions of people are watching this, this is exactly the kind of untold stories that deserve to be shared

[@badabingb1732]

I believe our future television is going to be programs like this ….. away with all acting fake stories .

[@KillAmenJar0]

@@badabingb1732oh it’s already happening most of the off the grid KZbinrs, use half naked clickbait thumbnails

[@girmaybass68]

Big respect for the gentleman thinking beyond just himself when he said that he wanted "a community to live here..". He is trying to pass what he has to more than just ONE person!

[@codylarkhart261]

Thats the only way we will survive as humanity. It is a very disturbing thought if the grid fell, Many cities will fall in a "survival of the fittest mentality" and will be utter chaos, violence and death because many people hold that mentality where it's F you, I get what i want and screw the rest.. Heres hoping I Am wrong with that.

[@ticket2heavenn]

A true leader of the people who wish to be one with the planet

[@Daveforever]

then stupid city vegan junkies move in a destroy it, mark my words

[@elip8311]

@@ticket2heavennwe’ve always been one with earth. All this technology has separated most from this connection from earth but also each other. In a way also made more people into cold and robotic like.

[@markusa5521]

Very humbling man and its amazing to see him want to pass this on to the next generation

[@BeholdNails]

I think Peter is one of the best interviewers ever. He doesn't try to have his own personality be center stage, he actually lets the interviewee speak and be known to the audience. Worthy of a journalism award, imho.

[@farzana6676]

Exactly. Peter knows exactly the right time to talk, when the conversation seems to be stalling and he asks the perfect question to get the conversation moving again.

[@Alex-Defatte]

I don't know. He was inquiring Joe more about political views than botany. Kind of straying from the entire point of Joe.

[@wedemgoyz7678]

@@Alex-Defatte hes fine, could be way more goofy approach had younger vlogger came to this place

[@UandMeGod]

I agree 100%! I rarely share videos with friends and family or anyone for that matter. However I have shared Peter's channel and video with SO many ppl! lol He is amazing! He remains neutral Non-political at least he doesn't speak on it or let his personal political or religious views wiggle their way into the interviews. He has had several different cultures and religions on too. He lets them tell their own story in a beautiful way. It's done with compassion for the person he interviews. I love Peters journalism!

[@Alex-Defatte]

Sure, he is fine but a journalism award? No. If anything he's better at finding greater stories than the journalism that follows. There were, in my opinion, much better questions to ask Joe. Also, even if a goofy vlogger did a piece on Joe it would still be pretty amazing.@@wedemgoyz7678

[@laurenmay2098]

I don't want the video to end. Thank you for the tour, Joe. Rest in peace!

[@catalinursachi21]

This man is a living encyclopedia, he is settled in a place that looks like heaven on earth and wants to share all this! This man is humankind at its best!

[@lucassaueressig1411]

Yes

[@lucassaueressig1411]

U would move there anytime. But i am from brazil

[@TennesseeMatt]

I could tell immediately just by the way he talks, his mannerisms, and what he’s done with his land that he is an extremely intelligent individual. Another great video! Thank you!

[@leojmullins]

​@therealz360z7Tolerance is a virtue.

[@twistoffate4791]

​@therealz360z7I agree. I draw the line at certain smells.

[@johnnunn8688]

@therealz360z7, you have a device, with smell-o-vision?

[@Delusionalcry]

​@therealz360z7 Wow! Way to say what type of person you are without saying.

[@daniburke9452]

​@therealz360z7 what smell?

[@dannygibson2597]

This man is sharp as a tack for 80. Everything about him and what's he's built is impressive and deserves attention.

[@tehKap0w]

maybe not the feng shui bit, but other than that...

[@GeneralCane]

@@tehKap0w It's not even like he stood by that it was legitimate.

[@tehKap0w]

@@GeneralCane he gave it about as much deference as all his plants... "Some would call it junk but..."

[@joseisraelbriones8950]

Not even the president is this sharp

[@luciaconn6788]

his desire to bring others in must be tempered w/ worldly shrewd helpers ... least all he's worked for and created be taken away.... beware!

[@jessecuster5877]

The man knows his stuff!! Great video thanks!!

[@discochrist]

no. way. years ago, i worked as a woofer at a farm that was just a few miles from joe's place. he's the real deal and his knowledge of herbal medicine is unmatched. he's just a gem. a tragedy what happened with the fires. there are not many folks in north america with knowledge like his and his way of living--his outlook--is so imporotant. truly amazing to see you cover his slice of life, i never thought i'd get to relive that part of my life. thank you.

[@marcellaobdrzalek8435]

:) so wonderful this old soul is so beautiful.

[@pipersall6761]

Thank you for your comments. I'm just blown away by him while I am watching this. He is a beautiful example of a man who, to the best of his ability, is in total tune with this world. He is balanced. If everyone were more like him the Earth and everything on it would be so much better off.

[@216trixie]

What is a woofer?

[@brinkee7674]

@@216trixie a person that promotes Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms The volunteer or 'WWOOFer,' gets the opportunity to spend time in an organic farm, learn what it's like, how it works and what sustainable agriculture is all about. During your stay in the farm, you don't have to pay for board or lodging.

[@robbieshelton5812]

What part of North Carolina is this?

[@eaterofthemad]

Great to see Joe featured. He's a local living legend with encyclopedic botanical knowledge .

[@johntsan742]

At 80 year old, this gentleman is of sound and mind. And he still have plans to expand his Garden of Eden. He is an inspiration and I have nothing but respect for him.

[@angeloelimelech6346]

i love that he is also thinking of the new generations to come...

[@sameerpatil4174]

If you have a garden and a Library, you have everything - Cicero. Joe had everything, respect 🙏

[@lola.t.6399]

Joe has a wealth of knowledge. We stand to benefit from people like this. He’s an institution.

[@harolddeschenes4640]

This man is a freaking book on two legs. He's more knowledgeable than most university graduates. Imagine the endless conversations one could have with him. One word comes to my mind and it's the word RESPECT.

[@kattihatt]

How would you know how knowledgeable he is? Do you have any knowledge in these fields?

[@justinguitarcia]

@@kattihatttbh nothing he is saying is outrageous or controversial, its a lot of basic but mostly ignored information

[@MarkCexplorer]

​@@justinguitarcia this is not just basic information my friend...

[@kattihatt]

@@justinguitarcia its new age yoga alternative medicine hippie crap. Very controversial in my book.

[@kattihatt]

@@Kakahshee the way a person talk says nothing about their knowledge. Thats a fallacy.

[@chrisharrell5945]

Joe is an outstanding fellow as you know Peter. But this is for the remainder reading- the book was only cracked, Joe is a walking botanist, full of wisdom. I've had the grand pleasure of visiting Joe and spent several days on his property with him. His knowledge of the plant kingdom blew my mind. It was a most interesting experience. I'm glad to see he is still getting around. I deeply enjoyed sitting on the deck in the evenings and absorbing all the peace; the tops of huge Tulip Poplars swaying in the breezes. Some beautiful specimens. [Update] - it's come to my knowledge that Joe has since passed- he passed end of 2023.

[@amandaburleson2035]

does he have marijuana or physcho active plants/mushrooms?

[@russelltackett4779]

why would he want that junk for

[@chrisharrell5945]

@@amandaburleson2035 no you're not going to be able to go out to Joe's place to live and just smoke on psycho plants.

[@tylerk9455]

​@@russelltackett4779For thousands of years people have used them for spiritual purposes, but your right. The government came and told you it was bad and you believed them. I applaud your free thinking capabilities.

[@creed22solar123]

@@tylerk9455 well I for one personally found marijuana to be garbage, and some celebrities came along and told everyone it was awesome and everyone believed them. Now, mushrooms and LSD I've found to be life-changing experiences, deeply spiritual, so go figure.

[@knitwit014]

Your best of the Appalachian series. I could listen to this man all day long.i could spend hours in his library and gardens. What a godsend! ❤

[@jamieleeharrison]

I had a great great uncle who lived in WV, died in the 80’s at 107 years old. Lived completely off the grid. No electricity or running water, no vehicle. He worked as a walking mailman, he walked 5 miles every day and quit working at 105.

[@higherresolution4490]

Fascinating! What a great heritage in your own family. Walking is definitely the ticket to long life, a good mind and great health. Do you know the date of your great-great-uncle's birth? I'd be quite curious.

[@jamieleeharrison]

@@higherresolution4490 I have no idea. My grandma had the news paper article from when he passed in the 80’s, but I can’t remember the dates of birth-death. She passed away in 2015 so there’s no telling where that article ended up. I can’t find anything online about him either. I know his name was Charles, his last name was either Gibson or Napier, can’t remember which side of her family he was on.

[@MindYourOwn777]

Wow that's amazing.

[@michelleper5065]

1980s my friend... different timeline... now it is 65-85... 90+ are lucky few ... really draw of the luck and i can go to many reason why but you traded ai for life as you knew it... huge mistake

[@kiriInvestigator4597]

Don't promote capitalism. CAPITALISM has failed. It had failed from the start but there were lands and resources to exploit back then, which keeps it going, not so much now and its cracks are beginnning to show.

[@allenperry2921]

Sad that this man is gone.I could listen to him forever .The amount of knowledge this man has and how easy it is to listen to him is amazing.Most people this smart are very hard to listen to.

[@Dakota-Rose]

He passed away? 😢

[@Dakota-Rose]

I went to his FB page. So sad...he passed away november last year. Great man ❤

[@DelRae]

@@Dakota-Rose😢

[@Dakota-Rose]

​@@DelRae 😢❤

[@shanedude91]

That's sad to hear 😞 fly high Joe 🫡

[@kerem7546]

I've volunteered at mountain gardens; it is a magical place. Joe is a wonderful and humble human. Please consider visiting his land and donating to his gofundme to help rebuild his library. we need more people like joe! he has inspired me to keep pushing forward with my permaculture/food foreset landscape on 1/2 acre.

[@denisestarr2314]

Oh I want to visit . I'm offgrid , need this knowledge, great enterview .

[@cliffa2901]

Kudos to you Regards for Australia.

[@keyfish9497]

I'd love to come contribute to maintaining this beautiful garden! It's actually my dream to live off grid and create products to help people. I absolutely love what's he's doing ❤

[@davidschmidt6013]

This gentleman speaks more articulately and coherently than a LOT of teachers I've worked with over the years. Great vid, Peter. New sub, right here.

[@Godshonestruth]

The irony is teachers for the most part are just people of average intellect, rooted in the Marxist education system we now have in America that wanted a job with a lot of vacation.

[@davidhandy7529]

I agree

[@comancostin4623]

Yeah,it is fascinating hearing him talk,a brilliant mind all and all.

[@dannysanford-d6f]

This gentleman has more to offer to the world than Washington DC as a whole. I am in my 70s and wish I had the energy to go help this man and learn his way of life.

[@BM-hb2mr]

I'd just like to know how to get hold of him. Im retired, always been self sufficient, I'm done with the rat race.

[@esmeraldaoreilly5945]

Me too, I’d love to help him. I’m very capable but I want to learn more about growing medicinal plants

[@sammyb1651]

I 'd hate to think what would happen to this place if 8 people moved into it. It's one thing building it all up from scratch using hard work, it's quite another just being gifted it with everything already built for you. People don't value what they haven't worked for. It's likely to attract some very unconscientious people with a completely different outlook to this guy.

[@N.E.TGaming]

​@@sammyb1651That's the wrong line of thinking imo. He said it himself, he wants people to join him and expand on the groundwork he has built. It won't be an "easy" transition from typical modern living, and will definitely need to build more houses and clear brush/trees to make room for such. It's expansion, more hands make light work.

[@sammyb1651]

@@N.E.TGaming Yeah, it's a great idea in theory. The practice is another matter altogether however. I'm not saying I don't hope he succeeds. I hope it does. I just think the amount of vetting required would probably exceed the work he's already put into the physical build. Without that, you're just relying on blind luck.

[@SeldomSeen-0824]

Thank you Peter for making this video and sharing it with us. It is excellent. And thank you for making it before he passed away. I believe your videos make a difference in how we communicate and view each other.

[@gsquirrel1869]

This guy's land needs to be preserved! He's got such a wide range of different herbs and plants not found naturally in the country. It'd be a shame for it to just fade away.

[@CarolTibbs]

What a place to learn, that place and man is a jewel.

[@susanmaynard6054]

Yes, it sure does! Could you imagine the treasure chest of knowledge!!! I would have loved to have met him!!!

[@Gilly9244]

Out of everyone you’ve met on this series, this gentleman has completely captivated me. His knowledge, his journey and just his general character comes across wonderful. Fascinating

[@tabithaedwards745]

I could listen to him for hours. Which is huge for me. Infj and it takes actually interesting info to even get me interested in talking.😂

[@XIIIStefanC]

yeah this guy was really interesting

[@shannonwood9110]

This man is absolutely fascinating to listen to. We could learn so much from him.

[@jon33.3]

The part when he asked "are you still learning in this world?" The way he said "oh, it's endless." Gave me so much hope. I've been struggling for almost a year to stay alive and I just really needed to hear that.

[@dan1769]

Make Jesus Christ your Lord & Savior also. And you be having a better place on Eternity..

[@itlw999]

you dont need to be christian to be and live a happy life, and eternity is not something to look forward too

[@mickwous2795]

I feel you bro. You are not alone. Stay strong. Better days will come

[@YuNherd]

​@@dan1769let God sit on his throne, let man below toil for his own

[@Guliv1899]

​@@dan1769 Jesus has nothing on Joe ! Go and educate yourself about existence

[@akstong]

This man is incredible. Intelligent well spoken. Smarter then most city dweller

[@anthonypate8657]

This great man died yesterday i hope you remember him and his wisdom. A tiny person who's wisdom was greater than his being. RIP.

[@StephanieHarring]

😢

[@madelynjames2929]

I went to the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, NC and one of our field trips was to Joe’s mountain gardens! Just being here is incredibly magical. He’s a true gem and a celebrity in the herb world! Im so honored I got to spend time learning from him in person!

[@robmcafe]

what a legend!!

[@ginger8655]

Go help him

[@dtothej4044]

Would love love love to go there and thrive

[@SiCaRiI_DaGgEr]

Great back story!

[@SarahNicole420]

This man is a freakin GENIUS!!! I am certain he's got so many amazing stories he could tell. He is living my DREAM & I wish I could find someone as awesome as him to teach me his ways. All the medical knowledge of plants he has is insane!! If we all lived like him the world would be a much, MUCH BETTER PLACE.

[@jaybee5832]

He's living & your dreaming of living in past times. Modern day is what evolved from this.

[@RetiredLovingIt]

Totally agree! He is amazing!

[@marciesigrist7921]

Follow your dreams. Go!

[@KREPTiiK_]

He did say he’s looking for people to go and spend a summer there and potentially live there forever. Go take the jump! Even if it’s only for a couple weeks!

[@tdcaudio]

where are the animals...he is buying fertilizer

[@Lorraine-pd3uz]

He created a paradise!!!! It's visually beautiful. Well planned and cared for.

[@janews1246]

My dad came to the US from China at 16, grew Chinese herbs and vegetables from seeds, practiced and taught Tai Chi for 60 years, dabbled in fung Shui, read Chinese poetry, philosophy and practiced Chinese calligraphy. He passed last year at 91, he would have loved meeting Joe!

[@themcdowells23]

I'm sure that he has left a great asset to humanity, my condolences.

[@qusaimousa1]

What kind of herbs did he grow how can I get them

[@painmt651]

My condolences on the passing of your father. My own father passed just after Christmas 2021… He was 91…

[@eyesellfunstuff4067]

I would love to have met your dad. I bet he was a wealth of information, just as Joe is. I am in my 60's. If my health were better, I would leave EVERYTHING and go live with Joe.

[@harryv6752]

My condolences to you n yours.

[@miadel5846]

As a Medicine Woman in Appalachia this man makes my heart smile! I am truly grateful for people like him that paved the way for people like me

[@jenruiz7606]

Love this ❤

[@kidflash5163]

Hey can you heal my shoulder I'm in carolina

[@bloomsofdunwoody2029]

Me too!

[@soberserotonin1850]

a medicine woman? so an unqualified individual illegally practicing medicine? orrr

[@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD]

I could spend days speaking with this man. I’m 70 & finally purchased (no mortgage) my couple acre homestead in the Carolinas. Very intelligent & inspiring gentleman.

[@asil0072]

What are winters like there?

[@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD]

@@asil0072 They can get cold. Some freezing days. Don’t last long. Minimal snow. However perfect 4 seasons.

[@irairod5160]

I'm only 4 minutes in, but I'm enchanted by the tone of Joe's voice and its cadence. I'm sure I'm going to enjoy this video.

[@julesf.]

Wow! I'm so grateful that I stumbled on this video. This man has more useful knowledge than any modern educational institution. His property is beautiful.

[@p.chuckmoralesesquire3965]

Come on out to my amazing apothecary with no fire department nearby!

[@sherryskiffington9156]

Absolutely agree! A human to learn from completely! 🙏🙏🙏

[@cindyharmon4859]

I've known Joe for a lot of years, he passed away a couple of weeks ago. So much knowledge gone with him.

[@LiveAndLetLive2024]

Sorry to hear that. 💔 Condolences.

[@dont_think2x]

Man, that library that he lost to a fire alone was devastating to hear, RIP

[@cindyharmon4859]

@@dont_think2x It really was, so many wonderful books, it broke my heart, and I know it broke his too

[@ytusersumone]

Oh no. What will happen to the property now. What a wonderful man he was.

[@MargeauxMann]

Oh so sad! He’s amazing!!!

[@simondalzell5635]

I'm 59. Joe is about the most wonderful, warm, intelligent, eloquent, interesting ,inspiring , heart warming, uplifting person I've ever listened to. What he has created is Incredible, and his legacy will be enjoyed and appreciated indefinitely.

[@1uplink169]

Thank you for making this video of such a lovely human being. Even in his passing he has left behind seeds that will sprout and carry on his dream. His life was not in vain.

[@TyCoon-l5t]

His energy and the way he interacts with people is very calming. He is obviously a genius but he is so unassuming about the subjects he discusses. He just knows what he knows and you can take it or leave it. He seems very content.

[@funwiththeminiaustraliansh2300]

He’s got a very good memory and it’s amazing for an 80 old man to be on his feet for about an hour walking back and forth without a break

[@kimgordon3695]

Compared to Joe... 😑

[@Man-ng8lf]

I was thinking this same thing haha

[@oneidea1121]

That’s what nature does for you, gives you life and reason

[@letsgonow5641]

I fish with a guy who just turned 86. Uses no cane, has no limp at all. We walk the banks and this guy will walk for miles without tiring.

[@DakotaofRaptors]

That's why Okinawans live for so long

[@sethb9343]

I've got to spend some time with Joe. He's an incredible human and so quick to be helpful, loving and cares so much to teach.

[@tammypham1024]

Not joking. When I saw the thumbnail, I thought it was David letterman.

[@markinnis5978]

I started watching this thinking I would watch a minute or two...I can not stop watching. This very sweet gentleman is so engaging and intelligent. His zest for life is very intoxicating. Wonderful story!! RIP!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@danzu72]

Never judge a book by its cover, Joe is an intellectual powerhouse. Many blessings to him.

[@elizabethgunning6745]

My thoughts exactly! 🌟🌲🌟

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

You can tell by the way he expresses himself he's as sharp as a razor.

[@firstlast1047]

​@@SherryAnnOfTheWestUnfortunately, his body is failing him. 😮 I look at him and wonder what his physical and mental condition would be if he didn't practice folk medicine.

[@jamesgem1809]

Smart af

[@gilh3947]

​@@firstlast1047agree. Live and let live, and it is good that he can speak freely, thanks to the unbiased attitude of the interviewer...but ....

[@dandahermitseals5582]

Im 80 and live up in the mountains. From the bush of Alaska. Lived in the Ozarks for years. Gathered 240 people from all oner the world on the campus of LSU in BatonRouge. We established an intentional comunity called Chimes in 1974. In Pope county Arkansas It was very sucessful and the last time I checked they were still thriving. I am happy about that. We were very energised by the land. I aquired a section of land. ( 640 acres) and everyone got a 20 acre or 40 acre plot. It was simular to this camp. Just larger with prople gathered for their skills we determined we would need. I've enjoyed this video. My body is old and failing. I only regret to have lived long enough to see my country and world come to this sad end. I will also soon. Stay strong and live free. Dandahermit

[@dandahermitseals5582]

P S. I've been off grid since 1969. Solar and wind.Maintain a minimum of 2 1/2 to 3 years of food and essentials at all times and is paid for. Minimal land tax and no bills utilities or payments. Surrounded by huge fires and smoke against the southern border of BC.Right now. Gasp😢 Dandahermit

[@deegraham9871]

Sounds like you lived a happy knowledgeable life with no regrets. Had I known about that life style I would have chose it also. I pray God's blessing over the rest of your life and hope you have a relationship with Jesus. Yes this life and world is coming to an end, thebfires are pushing people out and into the cities,but Thankfully God is in control. Congratulations on being 80 and I pray your life continues. Take care !

[@rolfedrengen]

My wife is a type 1 diabetic. Even though artificial sweetners are bad in general, they're on of the reasons her life is improved. Oh, that, and synthesized insulin, high tech solution to measure blood glucose levels and stuff. Not many years ago I broke my wrist. It took half a year, and I was almost as good as new. A group of pros put a metal thingie and 11 screws in my bones 🙂 Crew-7 went out there yesterday. We're discovering quantum mechanics, gravitional waves, higgs bozons, coonecting people all over the world and making art that the past couldn't understand, but we understand the art from the past. I think the world have a really dark side, but that's just part of the story!

[@MikeN-cs8qe]

I was a part if “The Chimes” once. Best shrimp poboy sandwich I ever had! 😂

[@gracesspace]

That’s excellent! Very inspiring, thank you for sharing that . 💜

[@booknerdmomma0950]

We would all be blessed if we had a person like this man in our lives.

[@3mtech]

I know dozens. My wife teaches sustainable agriculture, we have most of these plants growing in our front yard.

[@michelleper5065]

he says under 30 degrees latitude will become unhabitable lol.... then you finally will be able to go into antarctica by force... and find the truth.... but dont you worry no global warming to worry about...

[@roryolson61]

​@@3mtech- and where are you? Do you share your knowledge? Do you sell peoduct?

[@3mtech]

@@roryolson61 South carolina. Yes. No, we give it away

[@roryolson61]

@@3mtech - good for you! I'm way up in Wisconsin but I love the concept of sustainable living. R

[@justagreekinternetuser8998]

Thank you Peter once again for this amazing video and my sincerest condolences to all of us, since we lost mr Joe on November 2023. The world is poorer without you. I wish I had met you and having the ability to continue the work you were doing for 50 years!

[@Y2KBoothie]

Mr. Joe is a well-read man, and very wise as well. "Learning is endless.", truer words have never been spoken before.

[@BigDaddyDankNugs]

"Are you still learning?" "Ohh yeah.. Its endless!" I loved that. This video is packed full of information and insight from a great soul. I hope this wonderful man gets some like minded people to help him fulfill his dream. Thank you for the interview

[@EyeLuvMylfs]

He doesn't even realize that he IS the epitome of what we are trying to get back to as a community. If you somehow ever see this, you are truly inspiring in this ever-expanding digital world Joe. Hats off to you sir Edit: I want to say i recognize the modern medical industry is quite illustrious, hence if anyone who used that argument watched the video instead of looking for a reason to argue, you would have heard him say to Peter he would drive into town and use those services when needed. The point i was making is Joe represents what I think all "hard working Americans" are trying to get closer to instead of farther away from. Yes the man may have a website and take advantage of the modern amenities where it pays dividends to do so, but i dont personally believe that takes away for what this man represents and what hes trying to garner in his community, along with others. I could be wrong, but i personally think a much healthier, forward moving thinking way to go in the future are people trying to get back to this and worrying about how we tackle not having "modern amenities" as accessible as it is today vs people looking for ways to not like there fellow neighbor and make there team win in there world-view. Appreciate everyone who understood what i was going for as i was not intending to incite a debate. Feel free to disagree but personal attacks only discredit your credibility . Food for thought

[@tony.5211]

Oh I believe he knows this.

[@RelationshipsNursing]

The gubment will likely come thru tax him demand permits if he got truly popular.

[@maybeitsyou1317]

Yep happened before and will happen again. They can't have people realizing we don't need them to play middle man for us with tax dollars. Especially if they just gonna waste it and give it to their friends. @@RelationshipsNursing

[@rossilake218]

This guy is no dummy, he's very educated. He probably has access to the internet. Maybe that Hippy Art School. Joe is cool, I'm looking to retire to the Mt's, but need grid power for my Hobbies. Peter always finds interesting people.

[@clairestephens4916]

Did I hear him say that he was near Asheville, North Carolina?

[@SandraWho_71]

The humming birds flying all around him and i think butterflies at the same time! Wow , so spiritually connected 🤴🏽 ♡

[@PatriotsConnectProject]

I visited Joe 23 years ago when I ran away from home temporarily at age 44. He and the interns offered me a haven which helped me be reconciled to my family. I pray he will find people to come and live with him and take over the farm. I felt so nurtured. I feel so grateful. What a surprise to see him in this video!

[@able880]

I was wondering what his age was - going by what you said he is about 68 - Its evident in this video he is nutrient defficenst - at one time I had a lot of health issues - My health has been restored - it took a while but at 68 I'm back to splitting wood with an axe -

[@twitchy_bird]

​@@able880He said in the video he was 80. He has passed now.

[@able880]

​@@twitchy_birdthank you for the reply I appreciate that - I

[@twitchy_bird]

@@able880 No problem ^_^

[@able880]

@@codechartreuse old people get really tormented and often run away to the woods to get away from the torture of the culture - so he ran away from his home in the culture deep into jungle lol -

[@lelandstronks319]

I’m glad there’s still people like this around, to keep us all connected to the earth reality. A way of thinking that should never be lost.🤔 Thanks Peter.

[@KellyBell1]

These kinds of people from that generation are quickly diminishing though. So sad. They just had a mindset like no other. IMO, of course.😊

[@ericchristen2623]

Totally..

[@clairedgaia3626]

Joe died recently. We honor his life.he helped heal many.

[@lelandstronks319]

@@clairedgaia3626 I’m sorry to hear that. I’m sure heaven needs a good gardener. He’ll be happy there.😢🌹

[@bma3974]

I think if we are to survive as a species, it is paramount to embrace a more social/tribal/naturalistic paradigm.

[@willowgoddess3287]

I had the honor of touring his land with the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine last year. He's an absolute gem. ✨️

[@lovingsunshine3515]

Where did you do the tour? I’m in northeast Tennessee and would love to do it if he’s sort of near me.

[@aprildawn82]

@@lovingsunshine3515 I think he said Yancey County, NC

[@fiveapple]

Mountain Gardens, Burnsville, NC 28714

[@AdrianTregoning]

Rest in peace sir. What a fine man and a beautiful insight into his home. Your videos are always so good Peter. Time well spent watching them, and learning.

[@marysaraha1580]

I was hanging on every word of this interview ! As a tiny house enthusiast, longtime student of Naturopathy, Homeopathy- and Herbalism, as well as being a clinical therapist (and now a full-time actor). I was gob - smacked by this interview. Your skills at interviewing are amazing’, and Joe is a national treasure!! Thank you!

[@stefanr.3495]

I hope you realize homeopathy is a presudo-science. A farmacist told me once they need somethig that does nothing, but people think it works. Usefull to have for hypochondria. :) You're wasting yout studying this.

[@theshrivelstein7118]

Go Trump!!

[@kimgordon3695]

Dallas Traditions , Asheville NC

[@EsmagaSapos]

You’re doing some of the most relevant work anyone ever did showing Appalachia, it’s beautiful and undiscovered although so many live there, but we outcasted them, or they outcasted themselves. The reason you’re so successful, I mean, near 700m views in 18 hours, is that you’re genuinely interested in what you’re doing. Keep going, I think you’re onto something good. Thank you kindly.

[@CornPopsDood]

Only undiscovered to those that don’t live here.

[@TheAbandonedAccount7]

700k, not 700m

[@c.b.-11]

Outcasts? 😂.... I'll say right now, you didn't outcast us

[@seditiouswalrus]

@@TheAbandonedAccount7 lol was about to say the same thing, tbf he is at 1.2M views as of this comment, which is nice. This channel does deserve 700M views per video 👍

[@bbabiie]

​@@seditiouswalrus700 million is not true but the 1.2 your saying is not true . North America needs to sub to them for views to count ..if they said 400 mill ok that is more believable but yes 1.2 subs view over 700 million viewers idk ..but yes the tube does not give anything to content creator if they do not sub to them

[@cletus0812]

I hope there are people who watch this who are just as curious as this man and that they go and stay and take over his land for future generations. He is a one in a million.

[@adamtuffist3383]

"We no longer have a valid niche." I've never heard anyone explain our predicament so simply and accurately. Thank you for this video. Joe is a brilliant man! He taught me loads in just these 45 minuets. May he be at ease and may his legacy live on 🙏🌱

[@Rocanala]

Salute this man! He seems so happy despite having only what he needs. That’s a priceless lesson!

[@C-os4qc]

Nuff said. He's satisfied and I'd say thats a win because he doesn't need to rely on an external source to make him happy. We all should take notes in this materialistic era

[@carr28usa]

This is what it means to be Rich!!!!!!

[@CIrylgAnee]

This man has everything bro

[@goldrush7293]

@@CIrylgAnee yep. He is rich off life. Living the dream.

[@RobertELee420]

he needs some milk

[@luannd62]

Throughout my adult life - I’m 61 now - I’ve had brief connections with folks who live like Joe. I grew up in Alaska and had the privilege as a child of living in the Bush. It was a magical childhood. The beauty of that way of life always stuck with me, though the closest I’ve come since is to live rurally a few times in the past 40 years. I became a master gardener and for a time a landscaper. Now, out of necessity, I’m in a stressful desk job that is soul-crushing. Joe is an inspiration and a reminder not to give up on the dream of returning to the land.

[@klimtkahlo]

So many of us… I always love going to a place that has more trees, I love the smell and the silence… I really wish we “peace and earth lovers” would in the lottery so we could retire and go live like we want to… I want to built wood furniture and have my own garden.

[@Worldpeace353]

Great video of wisdom. What a great man! I have a desire at 60 to go back to my roots. I lived in the countryside away from the city. Had 4 nice gardens privacy beautiful pine trees A nice size yard. And the city next door was only 10 minutes away and convenient. I'm still in a big city now not living my dream. Prices have soared and my plans are dreams Like they were when I was 15 I hope to live on 2 acres or even 1 acre would be a dream. Does anyone else feel this way.. what has happened to our world. Wow

[@starletsatori8933]

In 2020 at the height of the Covid scare I found a little over half a hilly acre, 10 min away from a small town. The 40+ year old mobile home sits on a slope overlooking a small pond. I fixed up the trailer, planted a few native trees and shrubs the first Spring and I've been adding more natives every Spring. At nearly 70 years of age I finally found a slice of my own heaven on earth. With gratitude.

[@LauraHalvar]

@luannd62. Same! I was born in Alaska in 1963. I remember spending time in Talkeetna with an amazing woman and her husband. My parents took me there for extended stays when my brother was a newborn. I couldn't wait for them to leave so I could have Vera to myself. 😂 She was the coolest woman. ❤ Their homestead was only accessible a couple times a year, by bog buggy. 😂

[@primesspct2]

That would crush me too. I have to see the green vegetation and have dirt under my fingernails to be happy. In life sometimes we have to do work like that, generally not for ourselves but for others, be it family, husband what have you.

[@timothykohler1171]

What a good man and that was a life changing video. Important to see at this point in my life. Sad to see he passed November 7th, 2023. May your apprentices carry on your work

[@BajiBunny]

This man is unironically a breath of fresh air, he's a masterclass on the level of knowledge someone could possess and thrive in the wilderness. He's not this weird hearth of testosterone with a neck as wide as a sequoia, he's just a normal, well-educated man who wanted to both share his knowledge and create a thriving community. What a gem.

[@scotland369]

He's a clown. He illegally imported and cultivated non native plants to the NC ecosystem. That's a felony and if everyone done what he done it would be wide scale habitat destruction.

[@evilmuska]

I could listen to this man speak for days and days. As someone who's making big changes to my life at 36 to really find my purpose, he's a huge inspiration.

[@dcmenow]

This man is probably one of the most even keeled men ive ever heard talk. What a gem getting to know about this mans life and his adventurous spirit! Thanks to this channel for showcasing his story!

[@susanaldawood5480]

I appreciate very much this vlog.Very informative.People who lived in a very simple way,sharing what he learned in Borneo.Back to Nature way of living,Bartering,business,teaching and sharing.At 80 yrs of age,still very Candid in saying that he's still learning.Wow!So humble!God bless!

[@CatsandPlants911]

This Hermit’s wisdom and lifestyle speaks to my Soul. I could sit and chat with Him all day. God Bless and keep Him!!! 💞

[@mnmm1]

He is not a hermit. He invites others in, has volunteers and others stay on his property. He is social. A hermit is something else. He is just living close to nature as all our ancestors did for 99.9% of our human history.

[@AbundantWellnessCenterChicopee]

Sad Joe has passed away. He has a wealth of knowledge to share. I could see a lot of young folks working and learning from him.

[@stevedeschamps8758]

How did you found out and when?

[@davidparnell1893]

Here was a man who understood the ephemerality of life and the connections and intersections and desiderata of all life....I think he came closer to understanding the meaning of life and was closer to "God" than most urban individuals can ever be or understand. When you look at all the religions you begin to see the human attempt to describe and grasp the ethers of life. Joe was a green man, part human and part plant...he fit perfectly amid the natural shade forest of Appalachia.

[@EvaGottlieb]

He passed away????

[@able880]

Someone had posted he past away - you can tell in this video he didn't have long to go - he was micronutrient defficenst - I'm also 68 but healthy - I have know very many over the yrs that only lived to 50 or 60 - just the other day a gal I knew passed at 68 she was in his condition - if we're getting the nutrients we need we can live healthy 120 yrs - Even a dog and cats full life span is 35 yrs - that has been learned from the 120 blue zone tribes across the world were many live 120 yrs or longer with good health and there dogs and cats live 35 yrs or longer -

[@wolfcat87]

@@able880 You really lack an understanding of genetics. Telomeres and longevity genes decide lifespan. If you don't have good ones, nothing you do matters. We are all born with a finite timetable, and they are not at all equal. For example, a great dane will never make it to 35 due to bad genes. Same for most humans.

[@animaniacman8385]

Our elders are so important to learn from. If you ever find yourself amongst them I implore you to listen to their stories and experiences. I'm proud to have been in Healthcare for almost a decade now, because people like our elderly friend in the video will change your life in how you view the world. This man reminded me of a certain someone that I took care of for years who recently passed. I will miss you Al.

[@sycodog]

they are so full of wisdom and experience, the way they try to tell us about being patient and to not get too anxious about thing you cannot control

[@DMTEntity88]

Maybe listen to some old people, because when you get old you start to hate people and things and those type of old people you learn nothing from them…

[@mandycat7875]

Me on phone, pencil in hand, making a call: "Gram, can you tell me your chocolate cake recipe?" Suspense, excited to hear her old family secret. Gram: "Well, you get 2 boxes of Duncan Himes" Me: Pencil drops "Nevermind Gram, I love you" 😢

[@mneech609]

They have a lot of wisdom until they start their racist ramblings.

[@peacefulandsensationworld6315]

The Smart young folks should be hanging out with the older Grandparents telling us about their truth knowledge and experience. Don’t let the Criminals Corruption Organization system by design control your mind, your freedom and your life like COVID19 PLANDEMIC

[@larbiel641]

Bright man with different thinking than many who are not content with a simple, peaceful, and healthy life. I see what he means about people think more about what they will lose versus what they will get if they decide to embark on a project like this. I am happy he discovered this path early in his life. I always loved doing things like this but got trapped in a hectic and a 9 to 5 job that I built my life around. I salute this man and have really enjoyed this video. I wish him success in his project.

[@mbarnesmusic]

I absolutely loved this. I hope Joe gets all the help he needs to not only sustain his forest home, but to make it flourish.

[@tyecurtis7228]

Agree

[@elizabeththomas8746]

Same here, agree. I wished my family and I could be chosen to help sustain, learn and give back to all community lives.

[@MarkBennett-lj5ik]

I think what he's doing is awesome. I would love to move out there just to absorb some of his knowledge. WOW

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

@@MarkBennett-lj5ik. What’s holding you back?? Just curious?? A family? Jurrrrb?? Possessions??

[@Coincidence_Theorist]

@@MarkBennett-lj5ikoh kinda cool we were watching it at sorta the same time. :)

[@obliviousm]

What an extremely intelligent and articulate man. Doesn't falter once when speaking, and his memory is impecible. You do not find this anymore in the elderly.

[@jerrykozlowski2948]

I was thinking the same thing

[@ifrag9215]

Plus 1

[@westpsmity]

Yes you do, you need to meet more elderly people.

[@MEAT_CANNON]

He hasn't given up on himself like most elderly do.

[@0004612]

He definitely hasn’t been poked by big pharma.

[@nancy-hv8wf]

This guy needs another 80 years so he can continue with his plans. He is very knowledgeable. I love listening to him talk. His voice is calming to me, and at the same time, I'm taking in everything he spoke about. He has it going on. 👍👍

[@davidbuchanan7146]

Genius. This man is a true legend in every way. I want to meet him so much. Help around his property and learn from this incredible person

[@bhajandaniel9771]

I can hear the young man in this old man. His spirit is as vital and virile as it ever was and I hear it in his voice. A sage as well, living in the mountains of North Carolina. It is uplifting to know that people like this are on the Earth.

[@sloopynumber1]

Joe proves you don't have to get old if you find a passion and keep your mind sharp. He gives me hope to live the way I want to.

[@gyuziburcsany]

These past few months focusing on Appalachia are by far your greatest work, Peter, and they are definitely in the discussion for the greatest series on KZbin imho. Thanks from Hungary

[@angierojo1689]

Wow. What a life lived! His spirit was already free before he passed. Imagine just how free he is now? Imagine his heavenly garden!!! Thank you for documenting such a rare soul just in time!

[@Kelless629]

Beautiful comment 🤍🙏🏻😭

[@markuss4133]

Yeah, he is just dead now.

[@ReplyNotificationsMuted]

​@@markuss4133haha are you angry about something? Did you get abused early on? Haha

[@markuss4133]

@@ReplyNotificationsMuted what a random question to ask someone and quite rude too ;)

[@dcoci]

​@@markuss4133what you said was unwell.

[@urmillavibart7881]

I have never listened to a video from beginning to ending without fast forward..This one I listened to every step of the way ..Amazing..Great video

[@trishmcrae732]

I stumbled on this video and my soul is better for it. What an humble, remarkable human! And what a perfect example of a life well-lived.

[@dahunkayan7950]

I’m from a tribe in Borneo and I’m glad this old guy had the opportunity to experience our culture first hand and that it had a profound impact on the rest of his life. I noticed a couple of Borneo artifacts in his house - 21:30 a beadwork wall hanging by the door and a Borneo shield on the wall by the stairs just above his head (26:19). Much respect to what he’s doing. We, in Sarawak, Borneo, owe a lot of gratitude to all the Peace Corps workers who came in the 1960’s and 70’s to teach at our schools or work on agriculture.

[@zxcbbnm7552]

I want to live in Borneo with the orangutans, would that be possible if I lived with the Borneo tribals?

[@Whocares125-u4k]

That's awesome.

[@c43sedan]

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