I Was Trafficked Through The World's Deadliest Jungle

[@polskamusiccommunity]

I think this series should be nominated and win some kind of award for documentary/journalism reporting. This is really world class.

[@eddies7778]

Very true 👍 👌 👏

[@exempligratia101]

@@Worldofourown2024why don’t you go down to Venezuela and find out?

[@alanamason4518]

Agreed

[@MrAndrewpindar]

Agree totally; it was the first thing I thought after watching the video; brilliant journalism.

[@aidanmarks1]

@@Worldofourown2024tell us you never left the states without telling us, funny how allot of you lot think America is shit while people make this trek to come to America.

[@supsnail]

I thought it couldn't get crazier with videos such as the soviet space shuttle, but here he is- the madlad has once again exceeded our expectations!

[@markrobertdevison1227]

I remember that video of the Soviet space shuttle. Can't wait for this new video.

[@supsnail]

@@markrobertdevison1227 yeah that video was crazy, him and elina risked getting arrested

[@larsstougaard7097]

I was just thinking about it funny enough. I hope he gets through that Darien jungle butt crack 🍑 in one piece 😅

[@Valueshooter]

damn what people do for attention these days.

[@supsnail]

@@wohlstand007 mate I'm a creator myself thank you

[@czr323]

This should be considered for a journalism award. Amazing courage to make that journey. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@edwinvandenbossche2430]

Indeed, Bald is truly worth a documentary oscar. A true British explorer in the spirit of other big British documentary makers !

[@toddburgess5056]

Agreed

[@edwinvandenbossche2430]

didn't know that, but anyway great documentary.. Not in the least because Baldy brought some joy in the perilous journey of the "caminantes".@@jimbanda

[@julesl6910]

Can you share any documentary names? I don't see any that have any comparison to this where it's a person undergoing the journey@@jimbanda

[@julesl6910]

Not at all amigo, I'm just asking if you have the name of any other documentaries I could watch because I found it fascinating to first have an opinion based on the news, you know Venezuelans invading Texas borders and thinking god why won't they stop, then watching this and the perspective changed obviously. It's what every journalist should be doing.@@jimbanda

[@1984-W]

How children make this journey is nothing but a miracle 🙏🏾. It broke my heart when you mentioned the dead bodies. Thank you for being brave to document this - no powerful media network care about this truth. It is truly a life and death experience. Well done sir 🙏🏾

[@anthonynoneyabusiness420]

It broke my heart seeing the kiddos

[@Edith.G.G.]

The parents of these children are irresponsible people who do not love and care about their children. No money or 'American dream' is worth risking the lives of your children. But anyway, keep justifying the madness and irresponsibility. And I am Mexican and I know what life is like in LATAM, and it is true that in almost all countries, you can live decently if you work. I live near the train, and every day I hear of people falling on the tracks and losing limbs, including children.

[@the3rdtruth211]

I'm an Irish man who met you outside a shopping center in Belen, Medellin a few weeks ago while waiting for an Uber with my wife and child. Your Greek buddy was with you I believe. I shook your hand and spoke briefly to you before wishing you well on your trip after you kindly offered a photo with me. If I would have comprehended the gravity of the trip you two were about to undertake I would have insisted on saying a prayer for you. You are half mad, but I can't get enough of it.

[@mizzo2006]

Also did you blow him

[@joebowden4065]

@@mizzo2006not funny

[@Felix-Memoria.]

@@joebowden4065 i mean kinda is. its banter

[@fuuz642]

@@joebowden4065 it's kind of funny a little bit though

[@hoody3758]

@@mizzo2006 your mother did.

[@ofi7911]

I've been a fan of your channel for about 5 years and I'm usually a silent lurker, but man... This was an absolute masterpiece. Thank you for risking everything to live an experience most of us never get to see or fathom, and for educating us all by providing visibility on these people's reality in the rawest way. What a rollercoaster of emotions that was. You're a real legend, and I'm certainly glad you and Timmy made it out safe. Much love ❤

[@supsnail]

Same I'm usually a silent lurker but the one time I comment, I get top comment on the video haha

[@flowerbombh4326]

I agree a 100% 👍🏻

[@Johnne009]

You know you could always just get a ticket to Columbia to go on this experience. Don't have to be a VIP

[@ofi7911]

Ok?@@Johnne009

[@supsnail]

@@Scott-dp3lu I did, can you find my comment? it's not top comment anymore though but it has 7k likes

[@drae]

Nobody on KZbin is doing this shit. Props Bald, this was amazing start to finish.

[@lasana3968]

Except Harald Balder pretty sure he will if he knew Spanish

[@waggsish]

terrifying shit

[@ToniLovesSkateboarding]

Not to take anything away but there have been Venezuelans that have made videos of themselves crossing the Darien

[@ElZilchoYo]

I'm expecting him to be crossing the Med in a tiny dinghy with 300 migrants next. Or maybe putting himself for sale in a Libyan slave market.

[@rida_brahim]

it's been done many times before and a guy literally did this and got catched by police and recorded the prison time and lots of things but too bad he's Moroccan and his videos aren't in English

[@runningman8098]

That man from Angola, I dont want to know what goes to his head. Must be so heartbreaking. Prayers for him and all other people who resorts to this in pursuit of a better future

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

The good thing is that so many people in a row scare snakes away, otherwise it could be far worse.

[@fabiovezzari2895]

just terrible

[@hardbrocklife]

We need to shut down our borders in the US so ppl stop taking this dangerous trip.

[@TheManOWrath]

Politicians shouldn't be encouraging people to come here.

[@activistbook3809]

@@hardbrocklifeWe need to stop sanctions and neocolonialism so ppl can leave in peace with the American empire raping their homelands

[@TheGlucoside]

Holy crap. For those of us knowing Bald from his lighthearted strolls through the Russian wilderness, getting invited by families and drinking and riding with strangers in search of mosaiques, this is a totally new experience. Fantastic work as usual, dude. Please stay safe.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Those migrants will be dissapointed when they get to california to see that its turning into where they left

[@Itsabdirisak]

So true ❤

[@Vasily_dont_be_silly]

​@@TheAnnoyingBossIt's... not even close

[@mrconfusion87]

​@@Vasily_dont_be_silly But it is slowly but surely getting there...

[@Yakov2050]

Thank you for showing the side of the world that most people don't see. It's important to know what's going on - and this video was truly something unique. Been watching your videos for years but this might be the most informative so far

[@saad92862]

100% the poor child on the boat, having one of my own, breaks my heart seeing that.

[@J-a-c-k-0]

100%%

[@mlml8018]

Now they can help to decolonize the USA. Good job and good luck to them all!

[@jimmac8]

​@@saad92862🙄

[@mcdell6970]

Why not $50 ?

[@andreasjoachimschwandtner9004]

You should get a film makers award for this , the best content provided on KZbin , thank you so much for taking us with you on this journey

[@lcfflc3887]

when National Geographics let you down.

[@johntex105]

You need to also thank the political party in the US that made this tragedy possible and its evil, senile leader, the "Big Guy" and his 10% cut he will receive from the Smugglers.

[@AClayton172]

​@lcfflc3887 just found out today national geographic is shutting down in 2024 :(

[@velocirshtr3756]

If Bald is really ballsy, then he should get ona smuggler boat on the Mediterranean and smuggle into Germany

[@dotydebrix2387]

​@@AClayton172You're joking. Is that for real?

[@omphalos67]

I live in western New York . And want to tell you that I've been watching your channel for years . You have given me a perspective of the state of the planet like no other media. And that is big , because it's not just me , it's so many people that have access to KZbin. Thank you for what you're doing and keep it up. The world needs truth and love to succeed in our living together.

[@the3onions]

Where in WNY?

[@omphalos67]

@@the3onions just west of Buffalo.

[@lukenetherton5673]

Whilst other travel vloggers are reviewing first-class lounges, bald is getting detained by Panamanian immigration authorities and reviewing his prison camp. What a wild situation, but so interesting. A shocking real window into the lives of these immigrants and the lengths they go thru for a better life. Your videos are truly incredible.

[@VeroniaBerkley]

Why Russian?

[@TheBuhrewnoShow]

If you watched the video, it raises less suspicion by claiming to be a Russian fleeing the draft, than admitting to being a westerner. Russians are the only other kind of white people out there, I imagine.@@VeroniaBerkley

[@VlRUSOFFICIAL]

@@VeroniaBerkley Because he can speak it

[@leslievey8453]

I wish the immigrants all the best as long as it doesn't take away the quality of another's life . There are also homeless people in the US ..

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

I also have to say that many buses in Third World countries are better than our crapy Greyhound buses, here in the United States.

[@JohnnyFD]

And this ladies and gentlemen, is why Bald is a legend, and will forever hold the title of the greatest KZbinr to have ever lived.

[@felixdzerzhinsky9926]

you must made a journey with Bald to Mongolia to babouskha hunting

[@gunnerbakke5020]

Time for Johny to walk into Transdniestria?

[@DocProdusser]

He truely is! This was so intense to watch.. holy mowly.. I need to digest this first

[@cookdislander4372]

Are you that massive Mongolian guy in his videos? Lol ❤

[@gupta__g]

yeah coz he doesnt go looking for Mc donalds wherever he goes

[@brianfreda6410]

I’ve never seen Bald get emotional in a video. This without a doubt is one of his most powerful and emotional videos. It really deserves an award.

[@HoneyKrisp69]

He got pretty angry in the video where he was deported from Russia

[@EdwardGordington]

yeah the darwin award.

[@ThatOtherRaccoon]

Vice dropped a mini documentary on the Darien today. As I scrolled through the comments, someone said to watch a documentary on the Darien from some channel called “Bald and Bankrupt” not the Vice has-beens. So here I am, and after watching this, I have to say that that person was 100% right.

[@yannickherremans7904]

I got exactly the same recommendation somewhere else on KZbin. Damn this content is good!

[@bradthistle5814]

When I saw you get emotional talking about those you've met along the way and seeing that they survived....that was about as real and raw as it gets. This has been one of the most sobering and eye-opening videos I have ever seen. I take my freedom and luxury for granted every single day, and that's wrong! I'm glad you and Tim made it without harm or injury. Thank you for allowing us to see the struggles many other people must go through for basic freedom and necessity for life! Thank you!!!!!!!

[@zachsav3235]

This is better than any heavily funded documentary right now. Absolutely impeccable Bald I’ve never been so moved by a YT video.

[@effie-Toronto]

Me too it was amazing It opened my eyes how these people suffer

[@Reflection89]

Absolutely amazing video detailing the struggle of the migrants from South America to North America. When you got kicked out of Russia I was afraid that the content on the channel might suffer, but the videos you have since released have been top quality, and this is the best yet. Keep up the incredible content, Ben!

[@Caesar_1415]

Nothing stops Bald!

[@BOSS1788]

Dude has almost 4 mil followers and you're giving HIM $50? LOL.

[@GringoCamo]

@@BOSS1788you mad huh?

[@kathyinwonderlandl.a.8934]

@@BOSS1788what a snide remark.

[@dogchaser520]

@@kathyinwonderlandl.a.8934 I think what he means is, you could certainly give to Samaritan's Purse or another agency helping migrants along the way. But I'm sure Bald will be doing something similar, considering everything he saw on this horrible trip.

[@friedspecialrice]

I love that your Greece buddy came along with you. What a pair of legends.

[@kantojoshu]

It makes me lost for words how you with a camera and your personality, are able to create honest, brutal and realistic content, which media corporations can not even come close to with resources at their disposal. You show the world the real people wherever you go. It is not dramaticized or dressed up. You have a gift. And I thank you for risking yourself to share to the world your journeys in the most human way possible. Thank you Bald.

[@iThanksGod4everything]

I must thank you for me personally and thousands hopefully millions others who will watch this real refugees life document. Especially in developed countries where life is mostly chilled and their problems are just nonsense beside what you documented here! God bless this man, protect him, on his journeys of truth! 🙏

[@skyhappy]

CNN had a team go through it and wrote a article about it

[@craigm8549]

This is what KZbin is all about, content like this that you just would never get on TV. Good luck on the rest of the journey Ben, Timmy and especially to those doing it who have no other choice.

[@dread2884]

TheBBC made a good documentary about crossing the Darien but this is better.

[@tjdacoolest]

Bald is the new Vice network

[@mrconfusion87]

I hope one day Lyadov and Bald can team up!

[@onone7300]

You deserve a best documentary award for this. Although daring and sometimes difficult to watch your unbiased empathy and stress on the good in human behavior gives me hope. Thank you Bald.

[@tomsviewphotographyadventu2514]

When viewed by the people who decide on these awards... definitely he will win multiple. This is raw..

[@CanuckDrew]

Wow!! 🤯🤯🤯 You’re a brave dude. This is award worthy journalism.

[@Fledermausmann]

Mad lads... Only a Brit (fine and a Greek) would would think it's a great idea to voluntarily cross the Darien gap. Glad nothing happened to you guys and you were able to make it out in one piece. Thanks for the incredibly candid and raw footage.

[@smeuldriaan4248]

i like how he is talking about his braclet being so important while holding it with 2 fingers in a moving speedboat.

[@Sarozard]

💯😂😂

[@siegpasta]

Yea me too I thought like, the comedic moment would be funniest if he was talking about how important those things were as the speed boat was doing 60 knots and then the next second they're just gone in the wind 😂

[@kimgraham9671]

I was sh I t t I ng myself he lose them

[@dz-akblack6808]

me too.🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vintage1900]

I was waiting for it to blow out of his hand. 😅

[@vrostar]

The camp was probably the most emotional part. It’s like the inbetween part, like a place in transition where you get to see how everyone made it and reflect on the journey. Almost brougt me to tears. RIP to those that didn’t make it.

[@Jarl_egbert]

​@@hia5235exactly bro

[@Steveyneo]

This is easily the most engrossing Baldi video I've seen yet. This is next level stuff. We all know he has some balls but man, this is something else. What struck me as I watched through this video is that they must both have made connections with the people they were sharing the experience with - you can't go through all that together and not make a bond. It's something none of us can imagine without having done it. And sure enough Ben mentions this himself, towards the end. It seems unlikely he will know the fate of his fellow travellers but it's a small world and I would love to know in future if they met again. I truly hope that those people found better lives for themselves and their families. Baldi, thank you for sharing this incredible journey !

[@levitatingoctahedron922]

the more people like this we get the worse america gets. it's no coincidence. wish we had borders.

[@mitsakes8219]

@@levitatingoctahedron922 lol keep wishing mr. anime

[@ummuser]

@@levitatingoctahedron922 the more people like you the worse the human race and this planet becomes. You embody the worst of us.

[@CafeMich]

​@levitatingoctahedron922 stfu you'd do the same if you were in their situations. Well, you have an anime pic so you wouldn't have the balls to do it 😂

[@achair7598]

@@levitatingoctahedron922because it’s people like this that are responsible for your school shootings, high crime levels, high taxes, your absurd need to tip your fellow americans because they can’t make a living with minimum wage. Your absolute disregard for owning up to your mistakes, admitting them and working towards a solution. Your awful media constantly shoving politics down your throat trying to split the population apart. Your two party system. The states are just a landmass owned by corporations at this point and immigrants had no say in it but keep blaming other people.

[@Brando-UK]

B&B, you guys get every bit of the respect I have to give after 44 years of living. I have watched KZbinrs travel to many of the most dangerous places on earth. Places where just having fair skin alone can get you harassed, assaulted, detained, questioned, locked up, robbed, and even murdered. Had you made this trip alone and not had the company of a fluent Spanish speaker, I don’t think you would have made it. At the least it would have increased the difficulty of the trip by 10, at a minimum. It shocks me how many women with young children in tow attempt to make this trip. God has to have his hand on them the entire way. I don’t know how much you made off doing this trip, if anything at all. You should have regardless!! The courage to undertake this journey is monumental!! Thank you for sharing this and I am glad you and your partner made it in one piece!!

[@mercoro]

I'm brazilian and even tho i live in a tough situation, i would never do this crossing, any mistake and you could end up dead. I wish all the best to the little girl who hugged Ben and said goodbye, she was the sweetest person possible even in a situation like this, and that's admirable. Unfortunately for many of them, they end up not being able to live in the US. All that said, this video is just better than any documentary out there, this is the pure reality of migrants, no CNN, BBC or Vice will ever make something that will achieve the quality this video has achieved.

[@kantheasian836]

If i remember correctly, I recalled seeing a document made by ABC (Australian one) that crossed the gap, although they had a proper legal paper and snitched the information to the border guard in process.

[@montereyjp]

Absolutely absolutely…. Everyone in America should see this video and all the others in this series..

[@knerduno5942]

Tell your countrymen to make a better life in their own country

[@mrsbee5056]

Are there deadly ticks in South America jungle at that place?

[@TottoHolm]

​@@mrsbee5056 Deadly ticks? Ticks are very rarely deadly. Lyme disease can be deadly, but it can be treated if you seek medical attention for it. You can go years with Lyme disease without knowing it.

[@jurriaanvanderlinden3605]

Never seen Benjamin showing such emotions as he showed at the end in the camp. Love this man. Love his videos. And this is one of the rarest 💜💜💜

[@sltnmr18]

Not even the biggest news company ever dare to do this. Huge respect

[@lindabergman3127]

Biggest news companies lie to ppls constantly

[@davidstasyna3235]

he doesnt even break a sweat lol hes always SO CALM and collected. my god this man is a MAN.

[@TacShooter]

News media outlets have decided it is far easier to concoct the news from their cushy chairs than to go out in the field and report it.

[@DarlaAnne]

Just watched a CNN documentary where they did the same journey but yeah most wouldn't.

[@Asmuk]

Deutsche Weller did it.

[@Yousef-fs3nx]

This guy is next level. A modern day world explorer. A pure traveller.

[@lonmar0612]

This is genuinely THE most insane thing I've seen on KZbin ever. The fact that you put yourself through this, unnecessarily is absolutely bonkers. But to actually see something like this is so eye opening. Kudos to you Bald, serious kudos

[@chelsm90]

Bonkers is right…..

[@DJx6293]

This is better than any tv show. Legend

[@oneasiaworld4609]

True Fact !

[@explorer.samrat]

KZbin is ALWAYS better than any TV show.😊

[@Trubbas]

I wouldn't get credit to the tubes, but I definitely think many of the content creators here and on Rumble is far better than any TV-show/production. @@explorer.samrat

[@Harry_Tick]

TV is soooooo 20th century 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Trubbas]

Agree, threw mine out in 2008 @@Harry_Tick

[@Uaarkson]

No one else on KZbin is doing this kind of groundbreaking journalism.

[@Harry_Tick]

Oscar El Blue is. He's made the journey a couple of times. He's also been covering Mexico's boarders, North and South. He's based out of Tijuana. Part of the Wendy Bell network. Steve Bannon has him on his show on Rumble. He's a good independent journalist. Even though his pro Mexico bias does interfer with his objectivity sometimes.

[@PierreMiniggio]

On the francophone side of KZbin, there are some really great ones. I can for example on top of my head think about Cyrille Amoursky, Camille Courcy or Charles Villa

[@tiaimsong8194]

Arab left the chat

[@avrn1094]

@@haewymetalhow is it staged lol

[@AngloSaxophone]

Vagrant holiday

[@wasabimami__]

My heart is so broken for all these people, but because I work with so many Venezuelans, I am especially touched by them. Americans don't understand that a lot of these people are HIGHLY educated, moreso than the average American, and have suffered a terrible ordeal back home. I've met so many lawyers from Venezuela that are now here washing dishes and serving food. They are the absolute best people.

[@dinoduck1]

I never comment on anything on the internet - as I believe most people. But I just have to say that this is a masterpiece of a documentary. Bald you truly are the greatest journalist of our time. Thank you for shedding light on the experiences of los caminantes

[@goid314]

MAN that was something. We here can see only the tiny part of your journey and can only imagine what it was look like from the first person perspective. HUGE respect for your courage, I'm so glad I found your channel once in the past

[@lores996]

That’s absolutely insane, hope this great video will help spread more knowledge on the suffering of migrant people, they don’t deserve to go through this, no one deserves it

[@Mark93944]

This is absolutely peak KZbin and peak Bald. The stories, the interest and danger is next to none. Thank you Ben for showing this to the world, for sharing your experiences and giving the people a voice!

[@cliffm8112]

The things people will do for a better life.

[@Michail-z7p]

YOU AND TIM ARE HEROES. GOD BE WITH YOU. SOME PEOPLE MAY SAY YOU ARE CRAZY FOR MAKING SUCH DANGEROUS TRIP BUT I ADMIRE YOU. VERY GOOD LUCK AND TAKE CARE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR IMMACULATE VIDEO.

[@JMETUK]

This is probably one of the best videos I've ever watched. Really good coverage showing the desperation people have for taking this perilous route. No filters, no fluffing it up, just raw footage. Amazing Bald, thank you.

[@stevenrainer6882]

Absolutely horrendous. Wherever these "migrants" are going there is just shit, garbage destruction, rape, robbery, murder. And all this is coming to the US. Thanks you Biden.

[@TherealJimDunsworth]

Hahahaha can you believe he got that Drunk Greek guy to come 🤣 It must have been scripted lol

[@Hymex_]

​@andrewsproule932 You need to see some of his earlier videos. He always has creative ways of introducing travel partners

[@fritzhartmannhandykanal]

True👍🏻

[@NicStage]

"You don't even have time to sit down and watch a documentary." That guy thought of the best possible way to get his point across. That hits home.

[@giggityeffyou]

It’s sad and that’s the reason some immigrants come to the USA and work their asses off. So even though Americans also struggle here with jobs, money, etc, it’s nowhere near as bad as other countries. I just wish there was a better/closer place for good, hard working people to immigrate to.

[@carolblair5514]

Many Americans don't have the time to sit and watch documentaries.

[@ishan_singh]

This is why I love this channel, no one does it like him. No drama, no emotional music, no overacting, only raw reality. Hats off to you bald, keep adventuring. That being said, please do the adventuring somewhere safer from now, absolutely no content is worth drying for, please be safe

[@siegpasta]

I don't think he did it for "the content" more so like his friend Timmy. If you remember, he just approached a random guy who looked european (happend to be from Greece) and said "do u wanna come with me crossing the Darien?" and he just agreed. Lol. I mean I guess that's how you make friends abroad, but I think it's more of a "let's do this insane thing." just for the experience of it. I know I've been like that before and my father was like that when he was younger too. Even though he just happens to film stuff, I think he's the type of person who would've done that regardless of the camera or not. Judging how fearless he really is.

[@seanflewin9803]

Dont say that I don't want boring adventurising

[@saus660]

@@siegpastahe obviously knew Timmy

[@CalvodeMiel]

dude, he knew Timmy beforehand, you're so innocent@@siegpasta

[@nathanolson3135]

I disagree, this content is worth it for our entertainment .

[@lenr7068]

Man, waving that bracelet in a boat on the open sea was nerve racking. I was expecting it to fly away. Thank you for taking on this journey. Seeing all the children was eye opening. As an American its brings on conflicted feelings. Children taking on such a dangerous journey.

[@OsamaBinChillin]

This goes so much beyond any typical youtube content and becomes journalism at its purest form. The fact that you both have risked your lives to show us this shocking reality of the caminantes is something I will be forever grateful for being made aware about, and something I will never forget. The bond you've created with these lovely souls are so clearly shown in the end of this video. I shed a few tears with you in the end there, Bald. It feels nice to see you show some emotions in this. My upmost respect to the you Benjamin, to Timmy and of course every single one of the caminantes and their families, from the cold northern mountain tops of Europe I just want to say buena suerte en el futuro para todos ustedes!

[@xMithras]

Bloody hell, that was emotional. What strikes me the most is all those happy smiling children, despite the conditions they're in. They are truly amazing.

[@TioDeive]

This was gut wrenching. Among many tragedies, the story of the Angolan man and the family begging for food was a big blow for me. I really hope they got some help, no one deserves to starve in a jungle. On the other hand this video should be mandatory for those of us who complain about our lives, who worry about superficial things and who doesn't appreciate how fortunate we are. Thank you Bald and Tim for that. Bold and Tim at their peak. Looking forward for the next episode.

[@FlipzPlayz]

hmm idk i'd walk through there to get affordable housing

[@faber3969]

I thought things here were horrible until I saw the Venezuelans who got deported from Montreal set out to make the trip again

[@nothanks9503]

They’ll be fine without food they just need to keep going water is another story

[@charlesgale4257]

what walk it in reverse to go live cheaply in colombia @@FlipzPlayz

[@Alex-the-hobbit]

Thanks for showing the human struggle behind the headlines, Ben. It’s important in this increasingly hostile world

[@Manoucito]

Was in Panama earlier this year. Every local told me to not get even close to Darien. Apparently it got even more dangerous post covid. You're one hell of a guy Bald! Respect and well done!

[@froghornleghorn]

I really don't think any high budget documentary could do a better job at this. What an honest and authentic depiction of the plight that these people are thrust into. An incredible pair of videos, bravo!

[@lukehahn4489]

they're is no way a big budget could accomplish this.

[@DAGO16X23]

It seems like a multi country co-op to get these people here undocumented and some could care less that our country cod look like theirs if we keep this up

[@generalmartok3990]

@@DAGO16X23 On the contrary, these people seem like they know the value of hard work, struggle, and perseverance, unlike the lazy methed out rednecks that live around me. I'm happy to have them, they'll probably be an improvement.

[@prosmart]

@@DAGO16X23 "couldn't care less?"

[@ulfskinn1458]

@@prosmart *couldn't care less.

[@raybo780]

One thing I particularly love is you don’t overdramatize it, you downplay the seriousness so well, I hate sensationalized content and tons of bells and whistles, you have such a great way of just letting the content (the great people, their mother tongue in subtitles, the amazing vistas) speak for themselves

[@snoopshrek8315]

its definitely overdramatized, hes playing intense music while people are looking at the camera and smiling

[@Snarkeroid]

bald definitely overdramatizes stuff

[@JaybeeCorbell]

Thank you for stating the obvious that so needed to be said, some people are so out of touch with reality.@@snoopshrek8315

[@KS-yp1jl]

​@petermaurer7359did you miss the dead bodies?

[@karenhensley3069]

I agree with you!

[@ameyanz]

Your videos just keep getting better. Literally nowhere I would see content like this. Thanks Benjamin, kudos on your courage! My favourite travel vlogger!

[@EdGoPlaces]

This documentary was a masterpiece. I feel grateful for whatever situation I find myself in.

[@leigh7507]

Tim is your greatest companion by a country mile. What a trooper.

[@Guevon_Pajaro]

I love the guy as well, he's so interesting and has talent, I hope after this series we see him again a few times at least

[@PESGmanag]

@@Guevon_Pajaro I’ve been watching a lot of Tims videos prior to this. Glad to see them collaborating.

[@mujtabaparkar7778]

​@PESGmanag what is his channels name ? Would love to watch his videos

[@PESGmanag]

@@mujtabaparkar7778 Timmy Karter

[@krazy1922]

@@mujtabaparkar7778Timmy karter

[@sbsasser]

This deserves a documentary award nomination. Thanks for your work Ben, you’ve topped the BAM and Buran adventures. could have used a little secret body cam in this one!

[@farouqomaro598]

Èxactly my thoughts!

[@willfillbill]

What is the BAM?

[@Andrael]

​@@willfillbillRussia's unknown trans-siberian train

[@Juniper458]

Before the Russian invasion, it was probably one of the most important railways in the world! @@willfillbill

[@mintistic7972]

imagine donating $5 to a millionaire

[@gregnichols4941]

Excellent job. You tell such great stories. Thank you so much for taking me places I could never go. I'm 78 now and don't travel so much so it's nice to go on adventures with you

[@Kekis14]

I don't know what kind of award this deserves, but whatever category this falls into this at least deserves a nomination. This is absolutely MENTAL. Thank you for filming this and bringing light to the situation Bald.

[@boofert.washington2499]

but he never showed ANY dangers. not one. how's that possible if it's so dangerous?

[@hhgygy]

​@@boofert.washington2499I guess for his own safety

[@jessekendall4658]

He is modest, he was saving that award winning film for you to film. @@boofert.washington2499

[@amoxl114]

@@boofert.washington2499 just 3 dead bodies and a man who lost his whole family? are you trolling?

[@DeltaV3]

Probably the best content I've watched on KZbin (I've watched a lot). Benjamin is an intelligent guy and always manages to convey the emotional as well as the practical hardships. He made sure this was all about the poor people he was traveling with (not himself). Absolute legend. Respect. ❤

[@KrebsHD]

I've been watching you since your first video, supporting you on Patreon ever since, and I never thought you could surpass your earlier content, but this is not just gold - it's diamond quality. I've watched many Darien Gap documentaries, but all of them felt staged or like guided tours. This, however, is the most authentic I've ever seen on KZbin.

[@Navin.R.Johnson]

Someone in the comments said you are half mad, they're being far too kind. You made that entire journey long before this one! Astounding footage dude. Holy HELL!

[@gponter79]

I think we can all agree this has been the most compelling video you've ever released. Thank you for sharing this journey. Lost for words on what other humans are going through while I sit eating my breakfast in a safe warm house. Wishing you safety and security on your next adventures.

[@CephalonSov]

I've never seen this man so distraught and emotional before,you can tell the ordeals he has seen on that journey. Big props to him for taking the risk. Keep up the good work!!!

[@bzaps]

This video is a new peak for you, Ben! True dedication to documenting the unknown, well done.

[@nathanleigh3486]

As far as I'm concerned, this is hardcore, front line journalism and a massive eye opener to the struggles many people go through in this world that we'll never be able to comprehend. Thank you for exposing us to this.

[@meganmolumby1152]

This should be nominated for a journalism award. This is the story we need to be seeing and this is what true journalism should be, showing the story with no spin. Modern news and journalism is a sham; written from the comfort of their own homes and green rooms regurgitating their aligned party’s agenda. Bald and bankrupt you are a brave man, thank you for sharing this journey with the world.

[@Osprey81]

This dude is doing the job of the actual media. Much love to you from the US.

[@m3dus455]

this guy is realer than any media .......... the real deal ... very steven seigal

[@vinmando824]

This surpasses anything I've seen on UK mainstream media about immigrant journeys. I've been enlightened by this. Educational, thought provoking, emotional, real,...I could go on. Keep up the good work.

[@RedHiker22]

This is by far your biggest achievement on your KZbin channel. It could have went horribly wrong. Well done 👏🏻

[@Stuart-er3dt]

Legendary Bald adventure ! But do be careful if that's even possible.Thanks for all the awesome content and showing incredible insights over the years.

[@Security848]

he hasnt uploaded for 2 weeks

[@ImTooCozy]

@@Security848yeah I don’t wanna say I’m getting worried but I’m getting worried 🤔

[@ColinHammond94]

​@@ImTooCozyhe gave the top comment to with the €100 a ♥

[@LaPelotaenlaCabeza]

@@ImTooCozy I thought I was the only one who had noticed that.

[@valeriecolao4324]

Just finished watching you and Tim trekking in the Darien 😢 it filled me with many emotions ~ fear being #1. Your bravery and humility are admirable and your kindness is overwhelming ~ you brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for showing the world what these people sacrifice for a better life for their families.

[@666evo666]

You deserve some kind of journalistic award for this episode and the people you met and travelled with deserve a better life.

[@AmandaGreenman]

This video should win a Pulitzer and be mandatory viewing … its impossible to not be moved by this. You have done a real service to the world by making that extraordinarily dangerous trip and sharing. I have met so many Venezuelans over the past few years (in both South America and in the U.S. and Canada) and honestly had no idea what they might have gone through to get where they are now. Unreal.

[@giovannizamboni8686]

Seeing Mr Bald crying was touching. Considering he’s travelled everywhere, this experience must have been the strongest of all.

[@meseretgglove8093]

@@davidbush131 yes he cried , any human would cry in this kind of situations and Bald showed he has a big heart

[@danielcuevas6332]

46:37

[@johneggmuldoon3176]

He certainly made me vomit. I am livid at the takeover of the West.

[@rogink]

Yes, odd to see him emotional.

[@castromilt]

Real men cry.

[@chrisribble]

This journey is insane. Bald this should get you billions of views. You're crazy.

[@williamthesilent1849]

Unique content. No words for tthis

[@redluke8119]

Ya this is incredible

[@activity1]

​@@williamthesilent1849true

[@activity1]

​@@redluke8119true

[@activity1]

Correct... this is really something

[@estebangomez7024]

You're absolutely crazy Ben, but you don't know how much I appreciate what you do. I got to know your channel because of your trips to Eastern Europe, and I never thought you'd do something as insane as this. And I say I appreciate what you do a lot because I'm from Ecuador, and I hear about my people leaving our country looking for a brighter future every day and crossing the Darien risking their lives, and getting to see what they actually have to face it's just, mind boggling. We're truly facing an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe and I thank you for exposing things as they truly are.

[@pattiemosier9583]

You and Timmy should get a award for this great docomentary / journalism report. Very well done.

[@Nerdsplayingcards]

Wow this episode takes the cake . It's rare to watch a KZbin video that will impact you for along time. You essentially put your life on the line to help people you didn't know survive and make it through the most dangerous harshest terrain on the planet. My hats off to you bald be safe on your journey

[@jerkkub]

He said "Will impact". Read before you comment.@@davidbush131

[@johnculhane438]

This should win an award. Some of the best coverage I’ve seen of an impossible place. I liked how you went from thinking your fellow travellers were going to get you to making friends. Just don’t do it again! 😅

[@euphoricanimal]

an award would belittle him

[@AG-sx9ws]

Awards are for losers. The only real award is living it.

[@terryrmd8]

An award would be disrespectful to those that have died on this journey

[@Mary6661]

The ones who give awards are the ones who caused this mass migration event.

[@talbotsunbeamer]

It's clear you lifted people's spirits, giving motivation and help to families that were feeling completely defeated. Congratulations to you and Timmy for an incredible documentary.

[@levitatingoctahedron922]

and now they get to come here and bring the conditions that made their countries so crap with them. yaaaaayyyy

[@SDrizzy]

@@levitatingoctahedron922 theres a time and place mate and this isnt it

[@matthewhayes8647]

Lol when americans refer to the US as "here" like its the centre of the universe.

[@levitatingoctahedron922]

@@thatindiandude4602 yeah, japan is a good example of how nice things can be when you have borders, ethnocentrism and very few brown people

[@TheMrmango69]

bro you got a pic of anime in your pic, you are the problem with the Western world @@levitatingoctahedron922

[@HelenCorbin-n6r]

Thank you for bringing awareness to the Darien Gap and what people are going through daily for a better life but you are actually mental and this could have gone so wrong!

[@tmc990]

This is the only documentary I'd pay to watch. Absolutely insane adventure, loved it!

[@user-si7qi4xtriad]

Makes you realize that we do, indeed live in the greatest country in the world. People are willing to die to get here.

[@stillx1211]

@@user-si7qi4xtriadthat conclusion is a bit wild and typically American I’d say…

[@user-si7qi4xtriad]

@@stillx1211 I think the sentiment is shared by the migrants as well. Why dont you trade places with them? Maybe you'd be happier in their socialist paradise?

[@chrisjenkins203]

@@stillx1211let’s ask the dead people on the river banks…oh wait…I guess we can’t ask them, can we? If they were willing to put their life on the line to get to the USA because they LITERALLY DID! You can try to minimize the fact that the USA is viewed as the best but those poor dead people prove your comment to be nonsense. Clearly, most of the intelligent world views USA as the best place to be.

[@MakingYouSayWTF]

@@user-si7qi4xtriad Nah, It's just easier to get to America from where they're leaving from. I'm sure if every country was surrounding them with equal access they sure as hell wouldn't all be heading to America 🤣🤣

[@qsam14]

This truly deserves an award for the most raw journalism content.. I cannot fathom the journey and emotions you've endured.

[@victorsamsung2921]

Nominate him!

[@spc3461]

I was on the edge of my seat the whole time watching this video. You have done something that very few people have ever done, bald and bankrupt. You have crossed the Darien Gap, the world’s most deadly jungle, with migrants from all over the world. You have witnessed their struggles and their hopes, their fears and their dreams. You have given them a voice and a platform. You have done a great service to humanity, bald and bankrupt. You are a legend. 🙌

[@leahannewoods6170]

Yes!!!

[@TingitanianCenturion]

Best comment ever

[@eatadcklibs]

He also showed how dangerous it is to speak English in front of the criminals coming into the US.

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

There's millions of people who have crossed..Lols

[@maxdout564]

"You have done something that very few people have ever done" lol

[@rtsgamer4337]

This is the best video I have seen all year. With my minuscule attention gap I watched 50 mins. That tells you how good it was.

[@theo1856]

"If I didn't have this bracelet i'd be dead" meanwhile waving it around in the windy ocean.

[@watchmehope6560]

Lmao I know. If he lost that I would've chuckled. Terrible but he should know better

[@KiddSlayer21]

Dude has an actual death wish. 😂

[@StreameDream]

I was thinking the same thing lol

[@chloesa4487]

my anxiety level while watching that

[@crystal.matter]

Bald doesn't care if he lives or dies and that's why he's able to make interesting videos for us

[@zachb8012]

Woah. This isn't a travel vlog but, like, real journalism. It's soul-crushing to see so many children make this dangerous trip because you know those at the greatest risk of disease, drowning, and injury. Even when folks make this trip, they're not even close to the US. This was hard to watch and I teared-up several times at the shots of children, who so closely resemble my own. There are better days ahead for Venezuelans, eventually.

[@jkjkISHIM]

The Brazilian kid was so cute...these people just need a chance at a fair future for themselves man

[@rangoman1815]

The current US government is the main culprit giving false hopes to these people

[@krishbrd]

@petermaurer7359 They still believe in the American dream; do we?

[@wa2368]

Venezuela has more oil than Saudi Arabia! Venezuelans could be the richest people in the world per capita. But, the Western warlords have imposed crippling sanctions on the country and made the currency worthless, forcing the people to flee or live in complete misery. Why? ..because the Western warlords want all that oil for free like they did in Iraq, Libya, etc. Whether Bald acknowledges it or not, his country, the UK is one of the countries with a direct hand in the orchestrated misery of the Venezuelan people.

[@Nueschl]

This was the most intense episode Benjamin has ever been produced. I've watched every minute of it and every minute was eye-opening. Thanks for this masterpiece!

[@RicardoMartinez-oh9sq]

They worried about Panama's immigration. Experience, however, tells me that in impoverished countries a small bribe can work wonders.

[@LovingAtlanta]

‼️🙏😭🙏😭🙏 I’m grateful to you for posting this video because I was super curious about the Darien Gap. You should absolutely submit your experience through the Darien as an official documentary film and it should be submitted for an award. 🙏💝

[@juanpena7098]

Dude this right here deserves a least a Emmy award or something, the most detailed video about the situation ever produce. Great job man thanks for the contest.

[@halnone]

For real, this is a better documentary than the one CBS made

[@JohnSRay-en7pi]

yes this is deserving an emmy @@halnone

[@juanpena7098]

I’m from latin America but this really places this whole issue in a most clearer context than any previous explanation by any one, you literally feel as if you’re in the same place or situation.

[@hernanday6823]

Probably one of the best documentaries I have watched on this platform. You both have documented the journey so well. Powerful footage!

[@hellarandom00]

The mix of emotions I felt watching this: extreme compassion, increased gratitude, frustration that people have to go through this at all, relief that you and those you traveled with survived. You were divinely protected so the world can see what people have to go through to have a better life. As a mother of a toddler, seeing those babies being carried through it all made me feel so foolish for complaining about carrying my child up 1 flight of stairs. I pray that God protects those who will begin the journey and those who are traversing the Darien now, and comforts those who lost loved ones along the way. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!

[@jlambe19]

yea, to go to the world's most hated country remind you

[@xtravagentk1275]

USA worse than China? Idk about that lol.

[@dagmaranja888]

​@roro4787the USA is a very beautiful country! Greetings from Germany!

[@Russell-sb6kj]

@roro4787 US is worse than china what are you smoking mate?

[@websightdotwebsite]

This may still be the greatest journalism on KZbin

[@Michael_Kouri]

Bald & Timmy was the crossover that was meant to happen, hope to see more adventures of the two of you

[@Sebastian-cq4nn]

Absolute Legend. I used to laugh to myself thinking “If such-and-such KZbinr think they’re actually cool and exiting why don’t you go cross the Darien Gap?” And you actually did it! This is world class journalism and record level big balls to do this when you didn’t have to. So much respect.

[@christopheroliver5807]

Spot on Sebastian. You've nailed it. The best ever Big Balls Ben.

[@jonnyevansfoto]

Watched this a couple of hours ago and still thinking about it. What an emotional journey that must have been to live through, thank you Ben!

[@StandAlone1129]

Me too bro !!! I watched it this morning and can’t believe how good we have it man. This video may never get the recognition it deserves. I wish there was a way for us to spread this video. More than just sharing it with friends. I want billions to see this video because it might make the world a better place

[@Josemarieonichan]

This guys channel is all in one! Commentary, vlogging, documentary, news reporting, history.

[@s_don57683]

The moment when he cried and got emotional shows how real he is and how authentic this documentary is. I also loved the connections he made in the camp and on the trip. Regardless of your political views on migrants and refugees, hes shown in an authentic (and not preachy) way that we are all human beings. Thank you Mr Bald and Timmy!

[@Ihavehadmanynames7779]

Crying for the kid that was throwing cartel signs. I don’t trust these people i think they are cursed. Something is horribly wrong with them. You should see what they do to each other. There are videos but not on this site. These certain traditions date back to thousands of years ago. They were Man eaters

[@thomas7770]

Should we meet in south texas and give him and @timmykarter the red carpet treatment and welcome them when they come across?!!

[@jack-wf5fw]

Yeah they are humans, and the countries they are invading and taking advantage of also have humans. If you do not have borders and let anyone in to your country your economy suffers especially when millions of tax dollars go towards programs to give these people smart phones and bus them across the United States. The majority of them develop ghettos and the majority of them do not see themselves as Americans because they want to cash a check in America and then leave at the expense of American citizens. They do not care about you, you think you are virtuous by helping them but most of them would kill you for $1,000.

[@jbitts]

As someone who has 4 kids and can't afford to travel at all, your video's mean the world too me. Not only for your wit and amazing humor but also your humility, going places no one were dare and showing us all why we should be grateful for what we do have every single day.

[@trentdawg2832]

Facts

[@Flat_Earth_Sophia]

i have 10. travel all the time

[@M10xCM]

​@@Flat_Earth_Sophia ok not everyone as fortunate as you....

[@sovereigndonation4217]

​@@Flat_Earth_Sophiadoubt

[@THE-BUNKEN-DRUM]

​@@Flat_Earth_Sophia: It must really fry your 1 brain cell to know that all the maps & other navigation equipment that's used on your travels are all based on the Earth being a globe. 😆

[@RockyEarthGuy]

Benjamin, your bravery and the content you create is beyond extraordinary! This series on crossing the Darien Gap is already shaping up to be nothing short of epic!!! Your ability to interact with people and re-tell their stories, whilst navigating through unique situations is truly unmatched. Wishing you & Timmy a safe journey.

[@santhoshjha5kumar539]

Indeed mf

[@LifeIsGood-qg3xv]

This is beyond hardcore traveling. Thanks for embarking on such a wild journey and sharing your experiences with everyone.