Hitchhiking Across the World's Strictest Country... (CHINA)

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Hosts: Thomas Brag, Staffan Taylor, Matt Dalhia, Derin Emre
Editors: Thomas Dajer, Cam Peddle, Harrison King
Producer: Melida Berton
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[@asapsongy3203]

As an Aussie that's travelled to China twice it's great that you guys are showing the hospitality and friendlyness of real Chinese people. Oh, and btw the girl at the gas station wasn't kicking you out she was saying you can't use your phone next to the fuel pumps lol

[@Griemmy]

Only whites or blacks re given hospitality. If you look southeast asian or indian..you will not get it

[@alexpascal5403]

#neverforget_COVID #chinacreatedProblem

[@mikeriggs3891]

That is funny....

[@Someoneishere114]

Lol😂

[@tianjiwang1512]

Yeah it’s a strange regulation in China. For whatever reasons they believe your phone may literally “spark” then ignite the fuel.

[@bopboi370]

Love how Staffan has 0 social anxiety and can get his way through anything

[@enriquevillegas1660]

Steffan adds so many colors to this team.

[@rachelfranck5598]

I love him so much!

[@sj4267]

I think he does get anxious, he just doesn't let it stop him.

[@Heroo01]

@@sj4267 he doesnt get anxious like i do, i can tell you that much

[@sj4267]

Trust me I have full compassion for you my friend, I've had severe anxiety and panic attacks in the past. One thing that really helped me was understanding that you don't get rid of the anxiety as such, you become okay with it by venturing into on purpose and teaching your body that it's okay to feel. Paradoxically the anxiety fades because you've got better at being with it. This was definitely a process where patience and compassion was key for me, you got this! @@Heroo01

[@isaiahmcclure8894]

I have been living in China full time since 2018. I've tried making it my goal to show the outside world China is a beautiful country with wonderful people. I've faced a ton of backlash because of it, so to see a huge channel such as you guys share the message I believe in to a larger audience makes me incredibly happy.

[@ipg6772]

I spent some time there way back in 2010. And even then China felt already way ahead the compensation. So clean and so modern. However, whe I returned home and started telling people about it no one wanted to believe me. They said i was exposed to too much propaganda. It's sad how easy your own friends and family will go against you to defend something they heard from the media without even experiencing themselves! 😢😢😢

[@Sarahyangtoronto]

​@@ipg6772what did you say about China that people don't believe? Despite of the one party dictatorship, if you don't care about politics, often times you can have a normal and decent life.

[@isaiahmcclure8894]

Exactly man! But you know what's sad, if you go to Japan and say the same thing about Japan as you would China, the people will love you so much. It's like we're conditioned to not like China at all costs@@ipg6772

[@user-os5ou4kc2q]

感谢你为中国正名❤

[@LiyueHuman]

says how Western Propaganda can fuck up human brain, really. @@ipg6772

[@aud-3674]

Can I just say I really absolutely LOVEDDD this China series?! I love every single moment of each series! As a Singaporean Chinese who has travelled to China a couple of times, it's so heartwarming to see you guys also getting the same treatment I've received --- being showered with all the love and support from the Chinese people. Ever since then, I've always wanted to travel back to China again... It's never enough, the food, the people and the scenery (it's sooooo breathtaking)... Thank you for showing us the true China!! And to Matt, thank you for everything!! All the best for the next journey!

[@aaaduccs6667]

YESSS SINGAPOREAN CHINESE LESGOOOOOO

[@hannahstretton3087]

The lady wasn't kicking you out of the gas station 😊 She was just telling you that you can't use your phone near the pumps. They have signs telling you you're not allowed to use your phone outside of your car at most gas stations in the UK.

[@Wertys]

why is that? dumb american here

[@zurli999]

but why?

[@unitedcolour2007]

phone frequency willcause fire spark @@zurli999

[@lgswoop]

@@zurli999they believe that the phone may emit sparks and ignite the fuel, it’s a heavily enforced rule in most countries

[@alexander53]

Kinda weird they translated everything else but not that part 🤔

[@xxposty]

this series changed the way how people think of China as a whole, from its amazing places to its hospitable people.

[@aye3678]

Absolutely! A good reminder to not listen to mainstream media.

[@johnc1873]

Western media is full of bull. all it does it try to demonize china and chinese peoeple because China is advancing so much.

[@tonyeliadis2863]

@@aye3678 nah china still a shit hole, nearly a country on North Korea level. Xi Jinping is running the country into a state of crisis but sure don’t believe the mainstream media. Don’t believe the ongoing genocide or the fact that the majority of the country lives below the poverty line

[@jerryfish09]

Chinese just never changed, it is the western media and politicians want you to think how bad Chinese are.

[@kellipeterson8631]

It's not the people. It's the government

[@jamesdean0885]

Through the power of yes, I decided to meet my Chinese neighbours, in the last 3 months they have become like family. Having seen this, I'm even more excited about when I'll finally be able to take them up on their offer and visit the rest of their family in China. Fyi - it was uncle and aunty, but somehow it's become momma and pop 😅 We have dinner regularly and the dad has even helped me paint. Such loving and kind people. 💕

[@ryanp8925]

Ask them what happened on June 4, 1989 in Beijing. Ask them what they think of 80,000,000 dying under Mao. Ask them to name ONE thing that Winnie the Pooh (Xi) can improve? They will glitch and won't be able to answer any of these things. They are like robots, programmed from day one.

[@icyski4952]

@@ruslanibragimov4991what

[@rykson161]

It’s amazing how they did not go to see Rose and Ansai .. the Ugandan woman married to a Chinese man ! How could they not go see that KZbinr ?

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

Wow! This is wonderful to read. I think many chinese people who live in the west are afraid that the people of the west feel negatively towards them when it isnt the case at all.

[@josiassmith7456]

You guys have shown why I’ve lived in China for 13 years.

[@MK_2023.]

What do you do for work over there?

[@eternal631]

​@@MK_2023.fr

[@duileyah]

you hitchhiked in China for 13 years???? Quite a feat!

[@user-fj9jm7hw8v]

which city

[@rykson161]

It’s amazing how they did not go to see Rose and Ansai .. the Ugandan woman married to a Chinese man ! How could they not go see that KZbinr ?

[@troyevans8644]

This series really changed my perspective on this country and it’s people. The media pushes a really unfriendly narrative about China but I think it’s fair to say the opposite was shown through this series

[@realhairy8378]

The people of China seem like very friendly people! The government however is shady and dangerous... Kinda like the U.S when you really think about it lol

[@phosphorusgold2391]

The western governments and media are trying to prime us all into supporting a future war with China. As sad as it is. The best we can do is be extremely skeptical of any news of foreign countries that are considered "threats" of the western hemisphere, and try to contrast it with different sources always. My rule of thumb is that if any news provoke a visceral reaction of hatred on me, I should always remain skeptical and research more on that topic.

[@espada1123]

people are the same everywhere, just products of their environment. in china their media loves to paint the US in a negative, antagonistic light so it wouldn’t be surprising that they think of americans in certain ways. it’s nice to step back and realize people are people at the end of the day, it’s those in power that make the malicious decisions

[@johnc1873]

whatever western media says about china is the opposite. just CIA led propaganda to try and destroy China because America is afraid of losing its number 1 spot.

[@kellipeterson8631]

It's a communist country.

[@scottman895]

I have really enjoyed this China series! I love seeing how welcoming and friendly the people of China are especially in this video as they have said yes to taking you on a hitchhiking adventure. This has given me an inspiration to visit China someday! I'll look forward to seeing the upcoming adventures in 2024!

[@user-vb6yd3il9h]

welcome to china

[@cindychang4239]

definitely come! been living here for over 5 years

[@mikebo3775]

You are welcomed! Fly to Hong Kong first, tour there then cross the border to Shenzhen city, I will invite you to a big dinner here.

[@xueshang1035]

Dazhaxie (hairy crabs)!! Omg you guys are in for a treat ! For those don’t know, Hairy crabs are an autumn delicacy in southern China. If someone invited you to taste crabs together it means they’re really treating you as the most honorable guests (cuz these crabs can be pricy at times) ! Also these crabs do taste brilliant if you enjoy umami . ❤

[@mikevardy8159]

我都好几年没吃过大闸蟹了，确实贵吃不起哈哈

[@CharlieCharlie88]

It’s kinda weird to translate it to hairy crab.

[@xaliexalat]

This series in china has been my favorite! As an european living in china, i feel gratefull that you guys are being so openminded about this travel. Showing the hospitality and kindness of chinese people, cant deny that it must have been amazing thing to experience for the yestheory team

[@cyjusam9558]

Good Bye Matt, it was good watching you, I really enjoyed. I hope Thomas and Amar stay back and motivate every human being on this planet.

[@kfmarceau]

1000% yes

[@krishagarwal1844]

Do you know why he is leaving?

[@kfmarceau]

@@krishagarwal1844 being in the lime light for several years caused him profound anxiety. The pressure to always be "on" got way too much for him. Unlike Thomas who's personality can stand that kind of environment, Matt's can't. Matt will join sporadic adventures going forward, but he will only communicate his life updates through his newsletter. He is off of social media for good, and unless he has a project he feels is IG worthy, he will not restart on the platform. Unlike his brother Tommy, who can withstand the limelight, Matt isn't cut out for that. While business end of Yes Theory he is great at, he hosting is exhausting for him. Thus he made the tough decision to leave. Writing Talk to Strangers took it out of him as well, now that that's completed, he will go disappear for awhile and emerge every so often for epic Yes Theory adventures, kinda like Derin did.

[@audraymix1504]

@@krishagarwal1844watch the yes theory podcast it’s a series and it explains why he’s leaving and his journey of leaving

[@DailyShit.]

Mental health. In his mind being on camera and being himself and a fancy writer is not compatible. I think he is great for the channel and the channel is good for him. He can join on a couple adventures but he decided to split completely. He treats the channel like a weird drug addiction he rather kicks completely instead of having fun responsibly and occasionaly @@krishagarwal1844

[@HikingWithJosh]

As a disabled veteran USMC. I just wanna thank you guys for bringing joy and hope, you guys n your videos were a bright light in my dark lonely life especially on my birthday n holidays. Thanks for saving my life…

[@user-mm5yq7kh6m]

一切都会好起来

[@Fenchel-hg]

Happy birthday! Remember to laugh more and enjoy more food. Nothing is more important than caring for yourself ~

[@outro7627]

I hope you are well ❤️

[@realmaddawgie]

Happy birthday and happy holidays my dear 💖💖

[@Chian.freeman]

一切向前看，加油！

[@adveshdarvekar7733]

I never thought that China was full of wholesome people and beautiful city landscape.

[@lq9734]

Why would that be so? Genuinely curious no offense..

[@Fenchel-hg]

Everyone knows that the BBC and other western media have been maliciously smearing China for many years.

[@mandy4679]

@@lq9734I am wondering the same? All of the people in the comments saying that this series changed their perspective on china! How do people perceive china? I never imagined it to be anything other that what is shown in the series

[@nsebast]

The natural landscape is even more wow. Dont travel in high season though, horrible too much queing, like Disneyland.

[@chronozeta]

I enjoy these series, lets just hope one day they don't get exposed in a video titled "the channel that did chinese govt sponspored propaganda"@@mandy4679

[@ChannelGeekyGaming]

i just got back from a trip in china and i have never had this level of post-trip depression....best country i have ever been to!! i need to go back

[@LoosSerine]

Same...making me doubt why I'm living in the UK when China was so amazing.

[@ChannelGeekyGaming]

@@LoosSerine let’s move to China my friend 🤣🤣

[@user-jc8cy5tf2k]

​@@LoosSerineWelcome friendly people to visit China?🤝🤝

[@lioooyi]

欢迎再回来❤

[@thereyougoagain128]

One day I will go to all the cities you guys have been to in China. Such a beautiful country with kind hearted people.

[@LiyueHuman]

that's like less than 1% of all Chinese cities...

[@mrklv1593]

You are so wrong. Every chinese city is more developed than your little american brain can imagine. Stop being brainwashed ​@@LiyueHuman

[@Ready13]

@@LiyueHumanLol but its a good start. you would need YEARS to explore it in its entirety..

[@Hduduchdb]

If you are interested in learning about China's progress and history, please provide some travel advice: If you want to explore 3,000 years of history, go to Xi'an. If you want to explore 1,000 years of history, go to Beijing. If you want to explore 100 years of China from colonization to modernization, you can go to Shanghai. If you want to see a city plan built on a mountain with modern infrastructure. For the dream city built in 40 years, let's go to Chongqing. If you want to see the future, go to Shenzhen. This is a very rough and comprehensive statement. If we continue to add the different natural landscapes and biomes provided by China, the list will be endless, because China is very large, with too many beautiful places and many beautiful cities and natural landscapes. What is the best of all this? No matter where you go in China, as long as it is where people live, you are absolutely safe! You are free to explore! China is safe 24 hours a day, bars and various entertainment venues are open 24 hours a day, and restaurants are open 24 hours a day! Don't worry about being shot🇨🇳

[@mikebo3775]

Welcome to Hong Kong, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Beijing, and of course my own city: Shenzhen !

[@GTX-ld4vh]

China's tradition is one of warm hospitality and generosity. We often invite good friends to dine with us, even those we have just met through a few conversations. This is something that virtually impossible in many other countries.

[@wout123100]

depends, i have had that in quite a few countries,. usually the poorer ones !!!!! poor poeple are nice than rich ones, in my expeirence.

[@shawnyepes2389]

This has changed my outlook on China I cannot lie

[@Hduduchdb]

If you are interested in learning about China's progress and history, please provide some travel advice: If you want to explore 3,000 years of history, go to Xi'an. If you want to explore 1,000 years of history, go to Beijing. If you want to explore 100 years of China from colonization to modernization, you can go to Shanghai. If you want to see a city plan built on a mountain with modern infrastructure. For the dream city built in 40 years, let's go to Chongqing. If you want to see the future, go to Shenzhen. This is a very rough and comprehensive statement. If we continue to add the different natural landscapes and biomes provided by China, the list will be endless, because China is very large, with too many beautiful places and many beautiful cities and natural landscapes. What is the best of all this? No matter where you go in China, as long as it is where people live, you are absolutely safe! You are free to explore! China is safe 24 hours a day, bars and various entertainment venues are open 24 hours a day, and restaurants are open 24 hours a day! Don't worry about being shot🇨🇳

[@jonaramire]

You haven't watched any other videos of foreign people living in Asia, I guess ^^

[@minxia7337]

作为一个中国人，我告诉你你们的媒体对中国的报道绝大部分都是虚假的，他们只会抹黑造谣，真的很可悲。😂 其实很多中国人非常了解世界，但是绝大部分外国人不了解中国

[@wout123100]

@@jonaramire the typical american view...

[@carson5885]

I traveled to China for 2 weeks back in 2017. It was the best experience of my life. I visited many cities that were in this video like Shanghai, Nanjing, etc. One of my good college friends was born and raised in China so he was our travel guide. We traveled all over China and saw the great wall of china & many smaller cities where the locals have never seen an American in person. I would love to go back and visit again.

[@user-gt3wz8ly4o]

Welcome back, my friend,❤

[@nonyabizness997]

Now I'd like to see two Chinese guys with no English apart from "hello" & their Chinese passports hitchhiking across the United States of America! They will get "citizen arrested" or shot by police within a few days.

[@josephmcmahan1474]

Wow I have really enjoyed this China series! Thomas saying “We’re only getting started” gave me chills at the end. Can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2024. 🎉❤

[@LeecheeChinaTour]

Welcome to travel to China! Welcome to book your itinerary with me!

[@rykson161]

It’s amazing how they did not go to see Rose and Ansai .. the Ugandan woman married to a Chinese man ! How could they not go see that KZbinr ?

[@Chris-zx8xh]

Thank you for showing us the true China and its people, its hospitality and open-mindedness, with its goods and bads. This is what the internet needs, instead of those prejudice and one-sided narrative in the media.

[@wout123100]

well it not all good ..dont sway the other way now, everywhere there is good and bad living.

[@stateofzan]

I lived in China for 5 years. It’s my favorite country. I have lives this series so much! Thank you. ❤

[@wawobear]

China is so modern and beautiful and the people so kind, so different from how western media tries to portray it!

[@wout123100]

uh not here, dutch, we have had great china docs, now you globalise everyone.

[@pmj50]

Great trip, from your first comments about china when you first arrived in your first video to now as hitchhiking explorers . China is so misconceived . Chinese people are very friendly and hospitable and hardworking. I always wanted to work and live in a foreign country away from San Diego, Southern California. I first came to China for two weeks as a consultant and never left. after celebrating my 20th year here, i’m happy i choose an adventure in China. I have always been treated with kindness and i’ve traveled to every corner and each place was unique in local language, customs, history and heritage but kindness remained the thread throughout the culture. Yes Theory team shows that everyone is connected and at the heart ,everyone is kind throughout the world . thank you for taking us on your adventures and showing not to be afraid of other cultures. continued success to all on your team. Next time you are in Shanghai, i’ll buy you a beer. Xie Xie Ni, P. Jacobs

[@sadieandbean]

I didn't want to travel to China before this video, but seeing how lively and friendly the people are, I'd love to go!

[@LeecheeChinaTour]

Welcome to travel to China! Welcome to book your itinerary with me!

[@nikolawright1241]

China was very low on my travel list but since watching this series I'm very keen to travel there, the Country looks beautiful and the people so welcoming.

[@azieldaly2965]

Bad idea.

[@mm8693]

@@azieldaly2965 Because of what? Because you don’t want people to know what real China is? Have you been to China? 🤔

[@azieldaly2965]

@@mm8693 The real China is a dystopian police state.

[@lackie22]

Most safest and cheapest place to travel in the world.

[@nsebast]

You can go to China 10x and still havent experience it all.

[@user-tv3bn6fd1j]

I just have to say as a new arrival to this channel but a proud American and an Army veteran, that I absolutely love your channel and your purpose, I have loved watching especially your China videos because it has really helped open my eyes to how wonderfully different yet generally kind humanity is no matter the border line or flag flown, love what you guys do and for the love you all show to everyone. Thank you for showing everyone the beautiful truths about our planet :) Thank you for opening my eyes wider! I look forward to seeing what you guys show in 2024!

[@BartSaiyan]

Hello Yes Theory dudes! My name is Niko and I am 11 years old. I am from Ukraine! I love your videos very much! Thank you for all the stuff you do! Safe and happy travels dudes!

[@user-kk6ec4mj4g]

Hi, my friend, wish you safe and happy! Greetings from China

[@deeeboss148]

Slava rassiya🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺

[@BartSaiyan]

@@deeeboss148 Hello Mr DeeBoss148. I dont think there can be any fame or glory when grown men rape and kill innocent women and children. I am 11 years old and am knowing this.

[@BartSaiyan]

@@user-kk6ec4mj4g Hello User-kk6ec4mj4g! I wishes you a very bleessed and beautiful festive season and happy new year!

[@mechannel7046]

Absolutely love your China episodes. China is fully of fantastic surprises

[@marcogiuliocamurri]

Damn, I miss China! My wife (Chinese born) recently mentioned that we may go back and visit her birth place in rural Canton and I am so hyped! I have a feeling that I will try to get lost as much as I can (with my 7 yrs old son?) and try all the random stuff we can find. We've sort of done it in the past in Shanghai, but you guys are an inspiration to push the boundaries. The last part of the video, with you drinking with random people brought back memory of us in Turkey drinking and laughing with Russians and Kazakhstani. Yes, there's the war and all the controversy, but people can be awesome. They even found our phone the morning after we had a few Jagermeisters too many... Keep up the good work! Keep the good feelings flow!

[@rogerlin8145]

Rural Canton is amazing. Depending on where you are in the province, you can perhaps see some of the most unique villages on earth, some beautiful moutains, tropical seashores, and most importantly, a lot of fresh and tasty foods. Hope you enjoy the trip!

[@marcogiuliocamurri]

@@rogerlin8145 we were in Xinhui and we did indeed see a lot of interesting things. There was a huge park near the city with quiet lakes and huge pagoda-like buildings, and then we visited what I think is called "the birds' paradise", a natural reserve that offers some amazing views while on a boat in a quiet lagoon. It definitely was a good trip, and the food was just fantastic too. I had the luck to try some local cuisine, some stewed wild birds, cooked papayas (in the farm where they were grown). I picked my own sugar cane. It was a truly magical time.

[@MikeBird95]

Such a shame you guys didn't make it further into Suzhou! I've lived here for 3 years now and it is honestly my favourite city in the world! Fun fact, it is known as the "Venice of China" by locals due to its intricate canal system and I've never seen another city come close to how Suzhou blends the historical and the modern. Such an incredible city! Please try and make it back some day!!

[@nsebast]

Suzhou is very nice city, very green and lots of trees and lakes.

[@batigol6456]

Suzhou gardens are the most famous in Chinese history and modern times.

[@RohankrishnaB]

This is really cool! I loved this video, Its amazing to see how open-minded, cool, kind and helpful Chinese people are, media puts them in such a bad spot I wish more people could show such authentic videos

[@liltrench5862]

I agree with a lot of people that the China series has been a real joy to watch😀

[@jaygo1]

Those series rid me of my stereotypes about China and rethink about life. Thank you thank you so much. Thank you Matt for have been in the yes theory. Whatever you do and wherever you are you will inspire people like you always do!!

[@jlcarmya2z]

I loved the china series, it’s really lovely that you completely immersed yourself and stayed so respectful to the people and the culture. Matt will be so very missed. I wish him nothing but luck on his future adventures.

[@FionaRavennn]

Love you guys so much! Thank you for bridging the gaps among us by staying curious and open-minded to learn from people who may look "different" than us. This is what we need at a time like this. We need to start recognizing that we are all part of the human family, and we can all learn, grow and make our world a much more loving, compassionate and connected place where we can all thrive!

[@liltrench5862]

Well said!

[@reirei7246]

Love these series! I've know the real China for years but nobody's beliving me. Now i can just show them this video.

[@Chian.freeman]

说实话，最近我看了很多西方媒体关于中国报道的假的非常离谱新闻，觉得很好笑。😂其实这样挺好的，对我们中国发展非常好。如果西方人都知道真实的中国，它们会惧怕会努力奋斗。但是现在不会了因为有了西方媒体假新闻。让西方人还活在梦里。我的祖国中国努力的发展。等西方人真正认识到落后差距太大时候想努力奋斗追赶中国也来不急了。所以目前阶段对我们中国也是个好事。西方媒体多报道假新闻吧😂

[@WAW90]

中国也需要一些聪明钱，带着更有效率的实体投资，提振中国整体投资效率。所以政府单方面选了几个国家免签。希望能有所收获。

[@maovslandlords9244]

This is making me want to move to China. It's beautiful and the people are so nice.

[@Ready13]

Welcome brother

[@xueshang1035]

Yes if you’re into big cities, SH or Guangzhou would be fun. If you’re into work life balance and good scenery, I would say look into Chengdu and Yunnan .

[@leowu3957]

Welcome!🎉I'm from Nanjing and my gf is a French girl.she has been living in China for four years and she loves it😊

[@ryanp8925]

I absolutely hated China and I unsubscribed to this channel. Everything is fabricated from title to the content.

[@maovslandlords9244]

@@xueshang1035 thanks for the advice! I'll look into those cities.

[@PerkyBird]

This China series has been my favourite I’ve seen in a long time!

[@carolon030]

Thank you for showing the kindness of the people in China. In the western world people are often sceptical of China because of the government but when I was 18 I left my comfort zone and moved to China for half a year and got to see for myself. I've never been to a country where the people were more guest friendly. You guys are amazing and inspiring. Thank you and happy new year!

[@mikeriggs3891]

It's nice to see people behave so well while doing challenges abroad. There have been some other youtubers recently that have been acting disrespectfully while traveling for views. You guys set the bar for how to produce content that is both entertaining and admirable. I'm actually amazed at how quickly you have been able to get rides! I love how Steffan always goes a little extra and people are too curious and excited about him to say no.

[@Jellybean-gz4cj]

I am an overseas Chinese person. I love China and travel there every few years. I believe that it is the hard work of Chinese people and the good decisions made by the Chinese government that have brought modernity and improved standards of living in China. The daily anti-Chinese rhetoric in the West makes me frustrated, sad, and excluded from the Western society I live in. Thank you for showing the China that is the truth. It actually makes me feel less isolated that others see China positively as I do.

[@ArthurJason-Constantine]

I would say real china is one of the best countries in the world. I would definitely to travel to this beautiful country next year.

[@HeisenbergFam]

Watching your journey across China is a real Christmas treat

[@greentraveler4114]

Wow, definitely the China series is my favorite series on your KZbin channel. Absolutely amazing and soo different from what mainstream media like BBC DW VOA showed us. Absolutely refreshing.

[@mriidulbhatia]

wow. never thought my perspective on a country would be this drastically changed, than what this video did. can’t wait to go to china now💪🏻🙏🏻

[@ajafischer5919]

You find the best of humanity wherever you go. Great series guys- completely obliterated my preconceived notions of China. It’s now a place I’d look forward to visiting.

[@bibhushanrajthala]

3:48 thats what i love about china.. people don't know each other but are so firndly and everyother is just randomly helping talking

[@esmes2113]

it's so heartwarming hearing all these ppl involved in rescueing stray dogs and cats

[@76playful]

Really enjoyed the China series guys- you opened our eyes (as you’ve done many times before)and showed us China that many of us may have never known before! Despite the barriers of spoken language, you found the language of connection! This was fun, adventurous and hopeful. Thanks for a wonderful series and wish you all very Happy Holidays! Best wishes to Matt! See you next year!

[@photographing42]

I was hoping there was more from your time in China. There are some area of China where the main way to get around seems like hitchhike (you don't get your own car/taxi, you share with others headed the same direction), so can't say I'm surprised it worked (even if took awhile sometimes). People there are curious and so wonderfully hospitable. Can't wait to visit again.

[@wenliu9571]

Almost all villages and towns have public transportation, which is cheap and convenient. You can also call an online taxi anywhere.

[@photographing42]

@@wenliu9571 I'm very aware, but I have also traveled in areas of China where what I describe was the best way to get where I was going. Once, every passing bus was full, so the shared car was my only choice. Other towns, however you booked the car, the driver would troll for more customers on the route. Buses and trains are fantastic there, my point was people are more used to and open to the idea of hitchhiking than in some other places of the world cause of things like I'm describing.

[@thatcrazychicken]

Matt thank you for being here in entertaining us, and being apart of this journey with us! We only hope your journey after this is just as great. ❤

[@mathieurodet7156]

You should team up with the Jet Lag the game team and make a video with them. It would be super entertaining

[@Luciothecommenter]

💯 agreed. I suspect they know of each other

[@Thedisastermaster9]

I second this maybe a 3v3 Jet Lag team Vs Yes Theory team.

[@noob.168]

yeah, but jet lag doesn't really interact w/ others on cameras. it's about speed, speed, speed. yestheory is about making connections along the way.

[@4martin723]

@@noob.168they could combine both make challenges and points to connect with people

[@noob.168]

@@4martin723 it would be a good excuse to change up the pace, especially since they've started redoing some games.

[@jeanmariereed1646]

Wow! What a beautiful end to your extraordinary warm adventures in China! It has been a joy to view your incredible and moving series! You have opened the eyes of your entire audience and beyond -- of how special, friendly, and beautiful China and its people can be. Where there was apprehension or even fear -- there is instead hope and a renewed excitement to visit there!! You have impacted millions. So nice to see Derin along on this trip of Yes Theory celebration -- and so nice to see Matt join you. Again, I will have to say that I hope that Matt will indeed participate at least once or twice a year in Yes Theory adventures. This does not have to be the end -- we hope he can be part of more adventures to come -- as we would miss him too much otherwise. Thank you Yes Theory for your incredible impact and work to touch your audience and to make the globe a better place. All our love to Matt and much success on the new book! Can't wait to read it.

[@peteryang693]

as a very international chinese person, I sincerely appreciate you guys showing the true side of chinese people that is not filtered by politics. Its beautiful that our people showed you our hospitality and culture.

[@Chian.freeman]

我现在对西方媒体假新闻已经不生气了。觉得非常愚昧可笑😂其实这是好事，你想啊西方媒体天天给西方人洗脑中国多么落后多么差。不报道真实中国，它们也不知道中国真实情况。等它们真正认识到时候中国远远超过它们，到时候想努力它们都来不急了😂所以啊这是好事。任何事做了都是有后果的。尤其西方媒体假新闻。未来绝对是对它们自己伤害最大😂

[@rachelbrown2181]

Hi, I have been a fan for about 2 years now since I have discovered your videos & you are the most amazing group on KZbin. I have stuck in my room this entire week with the flu & severely sick. Watching your videos has brought some light & joy into my life this week & I am so grateful. Hearing back from you guys would make that even better. Everything you guys do is amazing!!!! 👍

[@lechij33]

What an Amazing video ! to be completely honest, before the video China was not one of my preferred Travel destinations for the future. I didn’t even really consider going anytime because I thought so wrong of the country, even though I’m a halftime med student/ halftime traveller. Your Video once again opened my eyes and widened my horizon, I definitely want to go and see China one day. Thank you for this, and for every other eye opening or just entertaining video you guys give us. Cheers !

[@cheriedesign5507]

Welcome to China, people are really nice here!

[@wushantao]

欢迎

[@cheznic7963]

I just wanted to thank you for creating videos and telling stories like that. I have been struggling with depression and derealization and watching your videos, along with therapy ofc, helped me a lot to get back trust into people. I’m grateful for all the people giving something back, thanks for constantly giving them a voice. Greetings from Berlin Germany :)

[@SpiritualistWolf133]

A massive thank you to everyone at Yes Theory for your commitment to bettering not only your lives but the lives of everyone you meet in person and of those that watch your videos. All the best too Matt in his new adventures, I am sure he will continue to changes lives in a positive way. I can't wait to see what comes next from Yes Theory, so Happy New Year to all when it comes!

[@corypoon]

my family is from hong kong, but i was born and raised in the states! this is my sign to go back to china some time !!

[@Joyspi1994]

Staffan is bringing such good vibes! He is the kind of person I would invite to a house party of mine where he doesn't know any of my friends, and I wouldn't be nervous at all, if he would hit it off with anyone and everyone. What a great guy!

[@kyttyke89]

just through watching these its super emotional so cant imagine living through these beautiful moments and actually tying to be so present and grateful must be damn hard. Hope after these adventures you do have enough time to reflect and appreciate all of these moments even if its hard and work hard at the same time. You did great this year and no person under these comment section will doubt that next year you will be doing your absolute best no matter what. Love, From Hungary

[@z1.7725]

Thank you for showing the world how beautiful and friendly China is!

[@user-tr1ih8ut3f]

As a Chinese, I really appreciate your efforts to show the good side of China ！！Great work! We always welcome international friends to visit China!!

[@thebibekshah]

This last video for 2023 leaves a remarkable message for all. Getting out of your comfort zone and trying to challenge yourself to grow and see what possible things can happen stepping one step at a time. Lots of love to the Yes Theory family ❤

[@jemc4276]

I have worked with Chinese people and Chinese companies for over twenty years. I have been back and forward between Sydney, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Singapore for all that time. One thing I will say with absolute confidence - FM the Chinese love drinking! And they are extremely hospitable. And that's coming from an Australian that pretty much drinks for a living in Sales & Business Development.... I love China and I love Chinese the people...

[@loisewangechi3276]

Watched from Kenya & what can i say ,you guys are nothing but daring in the challenges you put up for each other but then again, been learning alot about pushing human limits from your videos.

[@sfisomabz9811]

this is probably the best one yet, so many wholesome moments !!

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

Chinese people seem so lovely and hospitable. I love how this channel is breaking down the barriers that the MSM and governments put up between the east and the west. What ive come to realise over the years is that people as a whole are kind and empathetic. Sending so, so much love to each and every one of you that read this... regardless of where you are in the world. The country looks truly amazing!

[@elehagd]

There could not have been a better series for Matt to wrap up his yes theory journey. Seeing all the kind strangers and the interactions was so wholesome. Thank you boys for allowing us to travel and meet people through your documentations!

[@sarababic4355]

I feel so many emotions when I watch these videos. They have helped me become more comfortable with myself and my social anxiety. Watching you interact with strangers reminds me to be more open about meeting new people. I really hope one day you guys come to Bosnia.

[@caitlyns9587]

Love this video. For anyone considering travelling in China, I’d highly recommend! I went for one month in 2011, no phone, not able to speak mandarin and we were able to get around using only the maps in our lonely planet book and asking for directions. You can definitely navigate and get around using public transportation on your own, we went to Beijing and Shanghai and mostly smaller rural towns across China and it wasn’t always easy but was an adventure.

[@jakobgorg5804]

Wow! That was a hell of an episode! These crazy adventures that you share on youtube are incredibly inspiring to travel and meet people from all over the world! Thank you so much for the last year, you really inspired me to do things that I wouldn't have done otherwise

[@abernathymonsoon4638]

Thanks for all the fun, laughter and journeys! It was exciting going out with you each week - I totally look forward to more!!! I got Matt's book the other day and CANNOT wait to read it! Happy Holidays to all, from San Diego, CA =)

[@yazijazvlogs1260]

I live in Shanghai, previously lived in Shenzhen almost 10 years. This is not surprising. Chinese people are very hospitable and would no doubt go out their way to help you out. Great video!

[@igor_ostrovski]

staffan and thomas have such a good energy together, i think it was impossible for them to lose the challenge lol

[@robrodriguez6958]

I used to live in Nanjing! Made me nostalgic seeing some of the sights that you all passed. Loved this video. Best of wishes, Matt!

[@LoveYouEnglishLessons]

I'm in love with China vlogs. Keep exploring and showing me more. Merry Christmas to all.

[@victormatthew]

It is honestly so wild how Staffan is able to just FEEL when someone will be willing to help or that they know english. Just goes to show that his pure heart and good energy really goes a long way. Great last episode!

[@lyva]

No other KZbin channel has me grinning widely throughout the entire video. Love you guys

[@lancozhan3196]

As a Chinese, I have to say I didn't realize that Chinese people's English ability is better than I thought, wow for this trip

[@tanhauki2816]

Both of them are out going person, they even can makes a conversation with strangers without feel anxiety at all , for me it's completely awesome

[@ellenkinzer4783]

I always find myself smiling at the end of these videos. Thank you for the joy you bring to the world.

[@jtang8768]

every episode is an eye opening, I'm so refreshed up by your ideas and courage.

[@tritan8439]

Love you Matt. This was the perfect series for you to depart on. Much love to the people of China!

[@interestingriddlesforyou]

Have been following and supporting the team for years and this might just be the best / my favourite video yet. I love everything the team is working on and that you continue to provide incredible stories and memorable content! Best wishes to Matt on his future journeys and so excited to re-watch Project Iceman on the 20th! Much love. Robert.

[@mrmovess_]

I'm flying home for the holidays on the 20th & I cannot wait to download & rewatch Project Iceman on the flight home. Such a remarkable production. Thank you gentleman of yet another year of incredible content and meaningful adventures. Have a wonderful holiday season, and we look forward to the coming stories you have planned for 2024.

[@aye3678]

Nooooo! I did not want this to end. The people of China are so nice.

[@jonas.zehnder]

Cheers to another amazing year of Yes Theory full of adventures, lovely people, emotional and inspirational stories. Congratulations to the whole team. Love you guys.

[@daphnelol]

So long Matt! It has been a joy watching you through the years ❤ I hope that your next endeavor is all that you could hope for and more

[@brhinos]

It can be pretty intimidating travelling to China if you don't speak Chinese. I found the language barrier was quite high (Translation apps are incredibly helpful but trying to navigate without one is an experience in itself!). But if you can past the initial panic of not being able to read, understand or communicate with most people first hand, it truly is a wonderful place to visit full of unique experiences, fascinating history and delicious food.

[@Lilicoder]

I paid to watch the documentary early but I only had 48 hours to do so and I ended up forgetting about it. Your support team was super helpful in sending me a new link to the film. I forgot again tho I'm so happy I could finally watch it!

[@gailthou6387]

This challenge was so cool and entertaining to watch! Love the locals you talked to. The editor was right, another banger content and what a great way to end the year with giving us free viewing of the Project Iceman docu! I just know I can't wait for December 20 ❤

[@alecduvenage2001]

Been watching you guys from that first 30-day challenge and have been following all your journeys. It's incredibly sad that Matt is leaving, but I'm super excited for him to start his new chapters in life (and who knows, maybe we'll see him make an appearance every now and then). On another note, I cannot wait to see how you guys grow this channel even further in the coming years!

[@karengonzales431]

I LOVE Stephans energy and attitude and spirit! It exudes joy love and innocence

[@tomasfernandezsasso4885]

Nice seeing Matt and Dering again. Happy new year! Simply the best youtube channel ever.

[@JivecattheMagnificent]

After recently finishing all of the Discover Connection USA hitchhiking series, this is exactly what I needed hahah. Awesome stuff, guys.

[@teefranklin4259]

WE LOVE YOU MATT! Thank you for sharing your journey with us and can’t wait til you’re ready to share your new journey with us again one day. May your book thrive, your health be well, and your happiness bring you much joy. We will always be here for you and yes theory! You all did it together and made it through another amazing year. We look forward to what is next! ❤

[@josh1045]

You guys have changed my life over the years. Thank you so much for everything you've done