Cosmetic Surgery, Life Regrets, Property Investments, Travel Plans & My Pet Peeve with Americans!

[@TheJoelWood]

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[@jimtrue1465]

I'm an American, and I also find "I could care less" very irritating.

[@Kim-427]

It doesn’t make sense. Lol

[@janet7580]

I'm American and I find it irritating too!

[@stephaniebloom4220]

Same! I am American and it makes me nuts! I also hate how we say “New and Improved.” You can’t have improvements AND be brand new. Sheesh.

[@TinyDancer250]

But HOW MUCH less could you care? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@neutrino78x]

personally I hate it when people say "film" to refer to movies....film is very rarely used these days. Just say "movie". By saying "film" you sound like a snob. lol it grates my ears 😀

[@kathleengates]

Keegan peeking 👀 in on you-priceless 😂😂

[@danettecadzow9837]

Keegan's cameo priceless and hysterical! Points to Keegan!

[@lauriemathis3225]

You would love Australia. I am American and heading to Australia for my 10th visit in September. My 2 daughters went to Australia for grad school and are still there...20 and 15 years later!!!! They live on the Gold Coast-such a great place.

[@mr.a.]

I want to live there too!

[@k.vn.k]

I am an Aussie and I 💯 endorse this.

[@k.vn.k]

Gold Coast is like the Australia version of Florida.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

14:43 Sneaky Keegan cameo 15:01 Priceless reaction

[@cherrywallis]

Just came to say hi my mums your biggest fan and told me you plugged my shop 😂 THANKS BABE XX

[@bkm2797]

Always happy to see you Joel, and I love Q&A's, maybe a part 2? Too funny when Keegan opened the door, I know exactly how you felt,lol. Glad to hear the kids are on board with vlogging, it's always fun to see them. Thanks for the update, and hope you and Keegan have a great week.👍❤️

[@stinajones9847]

😂😂😂 Keagan really enjoyed that moment haha! I love the idea of a self help book club membership.

[@Hugshoney6680]

Please continue to be you, Joel. Don't ever change. Peace🎉❤

[@julianuddin68]

There’s a Rocco’s Tacos close by from my house in Fort Lauderdale

[@pipedreams1685]

Sorry to let you know hun, Direct flight from Florida to Australia is 19 hours. And a flight from the UK to Australia is over 20 hours.

[@AprilInSpringChannel]

Oh yes Mapperton would be awesome! The American Viscountess and Mapperton Live would be so complimentary having had a visit from THE Joel Wood! 😎🥰

[@kimreese3530]

If you like Hello Fresh, you should try their pet food. Pets Table is made by them and it’s great for your pups.

[@geab.2182]

32:20 Honestly, I discovered Monica Geldart (literally!!) YESTERDAY and binge watched her all day and sent some videos over to MY (German) MUM though she's nothing like that (and probably didn't understand half of it since her English is not up to scratch)...

[@geab.2182]

32:44 Also, she IS on KZbin. She has loads of KZbin shorts.

[@geab.2182]

aaand I love the HELLOWOOD code, too :-) Absolutely insist on it in the future :-)

[@geab.2182]

also, about Monica_Geldart, again 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 I love her skits of a school receptionist or Dotty the lunch lady or whoever-really, too --- although I have nothing to compare that to, because in Germany I have never experienced anything similar... Still it seems so realistic to me, and her facial expressions and tones of voice are THE BEST ❤️

[@geab.2182]

also, more towards the beginning of the video you reminded me of my newly discovered skitty witty Monica already, when you used the word literally... (Keegan had literally given you a heart attack, before you changed it to figuratively...) Monica in her role as an older school student used this word a LOT and then YOU said it and then towards the end of the video you literally talked about Monica herself... How cool is that❔

[@kelly1827]

If you like Monica's work, you'd probably like Laura Ramosa too. She does similar skits AND she sometimes does imitations of her German mom and Italian dad 😊

[@lelandpeck4585]

gosh, Joel, I'm breathless! That was non stop .....but fun and interesting. I wish you would do some sight seeing and use your national trust pass. I love seeing the architecture of old houses in England. We don't have anything like that here in the states, unless you are in places like - maybe Boston, or Charleston. One of my places to visit is also New Zealand and of course Switzerland. They are both in my "bucket list". good to get caught up!!

[@timmsheehan9938]

You mentioned See's Candy. They are good, but honestly being from Chicago the best in my opinion is Fannie Maes.

[@janet7580]

I'm originally from Chicago and I agree with you!

[@karlbarry5608]

I love HelloFresh!!! It's a great way to prepare your food for even a single person. You just refrigerant the leftovers, and it's great. The only problem is that it costs a great deal more to pay for the service, so when or if you aren't able to have excess money, it'll be difficult to afford.

[@loveislove4879]

I've been following your channel for 8 or 9 years now. Hard to believe how time goes!

[@mags102755]

Joel you just crack me up. Here in New England we mostly speak the English language correctly (well it's American, so it may not be correct to you)! However, here in Massachusetts we do occasionally have to put up with what's called "a Boston Accent". More later about that. I try to remember that what's past is past and the future is always unknown. There's a wonderful book by Raam Daas called "Be Here Now". Enjoy and thanks for sharing.

[@karencarson7232]

Joel, please come back to Asheville, NC! I didn't get to go the first time you and Lia went, so I'd like to be able to meet you and Keegan. I agree with you about "I could care less". I don't know why people say that! It drives me nuts!

[@bryonthor]

It's a molcajete, also use for grounding spices.

[@michaelmullard4292]

Yep. See’s is the best. And I agree that most American, mass produced chocolate is bad.

[@StellaDuchessofLondon]

We prefer sitting in the bar area! I know exactly what you mean about returning to a place you love! We just traveled to London for the 6th time. Someone asked what's left that we haven't done yet. SO MUCH! But also, why do we have to be doing something specific the entire time we're there? Merely existing and trying to live like a Londoner without sticking out as a tourist is enjoyable to us.

[@rebeccajanemae]

Yes, I don’t understand people saying “I could care less” either. Makes no sense.

[@loveislove4879]

My favorite classic novel is Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. His writing style is phenomenal and poetic and beautiful!

[@msingh9634]

Joel seems like the sweetest guy ever. I am manifesting someone similar to him. Joel and Keegan make a beautiful couple.

[@daylonmitchell6033]

It’s the “Hello Wood” for me! I died of laughter. 😂😂 And when Keegan was standing in the doorway and not saying anything as you jumped out of your seat, it was the best.😂😂

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I am 99.99999% certain that Keegan would love Australia. And football is huge here! Thank you for the video.

[@BobsCreativeDays]

Loved your jump when Keegan was stalking in the doorway. As a Canadian and someone who is very into words it irks me when I hear people say “I could care less”. They are usually the same people who say “for all intensive purposes.” There are so many expressions that get butchered that at times I wonder if these people do it on purpose or if it really is what they think the expression is. Liked this q&a it was fun. See you in the next vlog.

[@lisalamotte7247]

I would Absolutely watch a Vlog at Mapperton! I follow Mapperton Live and the American Vicountess. Julie Montagu is Vicountess Hinchingbrook and that is their family home! ❤❤❤

[@anrach579]

Love Keegan's peak in. Also, I don't know if this is up your alley or not, but I would love for you to do a blind taste test with all those colas.

[@christinedell-51]

I grew up in the Bronx and never went to a lot of NYC tourist things. I have been to Ireland 12 times!

[@jwb52z9]

Much like most places, living in Texas is very different from visiting short term.

[@LaShumbra_Bates_AuDHD]

I feel the same way that you do about "I could care less" 😂 It drives me mad 😠 😖

[@LurkerSmurf]

See's is special because it's fresh. I drive past one of their chocolate factories every day. And I definitely agree with the couldn't care less rant. It's gradually turning correct in everyday use.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

22:31 Some of us are busy looking at your eyes and soaking in the cozy aura

[@sharonshade4437]

I love the Florida vlogs. Keep going back if you love it!

[@jtdw10]

OMG Joel! Nutter Butter, have you ever had the chocolate covered ones? As now I'm hearing you talk about American chocolate, maybe you could find where you can order the plain ones online (I'd totally send you some if I wasn't broke😂). Get the plain ones and get some of your yummy chocolate (I agree with you on that) and dip the nutter butters! Make it a little family projects, you won't be sorry!❤

[@loveislove4879]

I could have sworn that I bought sugar cookies at the grocery store yesterday and now I can't find them. Grrr! I must have forgotten the bag at check out. Dang it they're so good too and I don't feel like going back either.

[@markwaltz2768]

I love that in the cooking segment you’re wearing a Dolly T-shirt. She’s such an amazing human being. She and Taylor Swift are iconic in their use of fame and fortune.

[@markwaltz2768]

Day to day life can be so hectic and crazy at times so the preference for a table versus a seat at the bar, is that you want a little more privacy and quiet without worry that someone at the bar next to you is going to pull you into their conversationor dip into your own personal space or conversation.

[@Kim-427]

An American here! Also going out for us can be a good time it’s not necessarily about being in a hurry to eat. As you said it’s about being comfortable and I like privacy as well. Sitting at the bar is kind of out in the open less privacy. Sometimes you may have someone standing behind you or over you. And another thing that Joel may not understand is the tipping aspect. You can’t just sit at the bar. The bar is where the money can be made and it’s really for drinking not eating per se. You sit at the bar you should be drinking and being served right away and an expectation of tipping on every drink so…. Lol

[@willnoiles2001]

Love the Dolly t-shirt. Have the same one…

[@stephanieparido3790]

Dove Chocolate is the best!

[@wehojm7320]

Great vlog. Bad form, Keegan, for not bringing Joel a refreshment. And yes, no one can compare to you Joel. Stay well.😍😘

[@collinscr3w]

One question I have is how often do you see and get to spend time with Leah? Started watching you all and then came over to your personal channel

[@janeb9698]

I totally get it, Joel. I fell in love with Sydney, resulting in 10 trips to Australia. And I’m not done! Same thing with New Orleans, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, and London. (I don’t count Boston because I’m from there.) When you really love a place, why WOULDN’T you go back?!

[@deanawells4395]

You would love the small town feel; for a small resort towns, Ocean City Maryland and Assateague Island ( a National Park that has wild horses on the campgrounds and beach). Berlin Maryland is a 10 minute drive from Ocean City Maryland and is iconic American small town with amazing homes that scream small town America. Berlin has wonderful antique shops, restaurants and homemade ice cream shops. Please consider visiting us especially in the summer so you can enjoy the beaches. Tax free shopping at the outlets in Delaware is great to visit also.

[@kristin1134]

Hi Joel. Regarding your antique book that you mentioned is bubble wrapped in a closet. You should remove it from the bubble wrap. The bubble wrap creates a microclimate around the book that can degrade it quicker. The best thing for a rare book is for it to be in a stable climate (temperature and humidity). I'm a curator and handle rare books.

[@danw1952]

It would be so cool to see you at Mapperton. I've been following Julie Montague, the American Viscountess as she refurbs the manor house. You'd love it. Keegan spying on you while standing in the doorway was a hoot. He FILLED the space. I love the illustrated Harry Potter books...I think there are five so far. You are sooooo right about "could care less"...drives me bonkers! Totally get your bewilderment. Pretty sure it's explained by ignorance. Sample Matteo Lane videos for a funny man.

[@HayleyTief]

I’ve lived in Texas my whole life, and have hoped around to Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. There’s plenty to like here. The state is huge, there’s so much to see and do. What people don’t like is the politics. Would love to see you if you returned!

[@StellaDuchessofLondon]

I'm having a G&T already! Perfect!

[@stephanied.k.3589]

Would love to see you do a throwback American vs. Brit video collaboration with Julia from Mapperton.

[@Kim-427]

Noooo!

[@stephanied.k.3589]

@@Kim-427 🤷🏽‍♀️?

[@bobcatjordan]

I live in Texas. If you make it to San Antonio, I’d be happy to be your tour guide. I strongly recommend the East Coast though. Maine is incredible. They passed marriage equality by popular vote and that is where we were married. My family goes back to the 1600 there. All of the little states there are delightful and well worth the visit.

[@mellibee100]

I'm a Brit living in Nashville for 26 years 🎉. Nashville is awesome!!

[@kathleenchild]

Great catch up with you Joel. Always genuine and funny.

[@daniellerichard1385]

Please come to Melbourne! Would love to meet you!!

[@RodgerKoller]

America is a huge continent. 😊

[@LABdk]

Mapperton!! Julie and Joel on screen together!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I definitely see Fletcher as an auteur/youtuber. He’s full of ideas and concepts.

[@hollykinslow5193]

Lovely to have another nice long Joel chat! Soooo happy to hear Nashville on the list of places to return. There is much to see beyond downtown and Broadway! You always crack me up with your humor. I think we would get along quite well. I also get VERY annoyed at the loss of how people understand words and phrases. I promise my next adventure will be in proofreading. I don't have a linguistic degree, but I actually paid attention in all of my English classes, know how to diagram a sentence, and know one cannot use a double negative! I write a lot and have caught so many errors in professional emails and in commercials! Drives me nuts! Happy to hear "event planning" is now on your CV! Lol Always ❤

[@debmulford]

I love Rocco's Tacos! They are only in Florida and only in the bigger cities.

[@RMBF89]

I had to pause the video. A giant was standing behind you. I don't think there was anything to truly scale how tall Keegan was until he was next to the door frame!

[@EphemeralProductions]

I know that you Brits aren’t too keen on our chocolate here in America but, on the other side of the coin, I love Cadburys! :). It is very good chocolate to me. I also REALLY like Lindor. 😁. Which may not be British but still, I like it a lot. lol

[@kathleengates]

Joel!! I just went to Rocco’s Tacos 🌮 2 weeks ago in Orlando while visiting my sister (she lives in Clermont). It was sooooo good. We all sat at the bar-my nephew’s friend bartends there-so much fun!!

[@beverlydust5381]

I love Mapperton they have a utube channel called Mapperton Live This (un)Aristocratic Manor Life ,Luke is a Vicount Hinchingbrooke and his American wife Julie ,they do allow people to stay there and they do tours as well. I have found that it's very interesting and informative.

[@williambender6711]

Not going to countries close, you have all the time in the world. Going to farther away locations, would be more the top. I live in Canada, and haven't been to the US and its just a short plane ride away. Been Island hopping in Greece when the opportunity came up. Not in any hurry to go to the US or Mexico, or below.

[@shanedorival3177]

You guys would love Australia. It’s about the same size as the US. So you’d need a good 6 to 8 weeks to do a sampler tour. All the best from Melbourne Australia… the home of Neighbours.

[@healthhappiness5507]

They are saying it wrong, and your right. Just like people say irregardless, it's just regardless.

[@joemalick]

Yay, Q&A’s are the best! I love how Fletcher really wants to be in your vids now, he didn’t always. 🙂 I’m such a future planner too, I need to focus more on the current as well. Please go to Italy, you’d love it! And we need more on that ITV teaser soon … 🙂 Enjoy the rest of the weekend! ❤

[@SonicPhil3000]

Thanks once again @thejoelwood for bringing a smile to my day! ♥

[@jofereday7213]

After doing long haul holidays for years, we’re now on a European city fest,😂 just got home from Budapest & it was amazing & only 2 hours from UK! Did Venice a few months back, really enjoying these 2 hour flights 😊

[@Sissaimee]

Joel, I would like to see the blind folded Pepsi/Coke challenge!!!!! Let's test you!!!!

[@Beth92800]

Joel, I live in Clarksville which is 45 minutes from Nashville. As a born and raised Tennessean tell me what you like about here so much? Just curious.At work when I am training new hires and they moved here I ask what brought them here, usually it is military, but when it isn’t I want to know. 😆

[@EricaGamet]

I got veneers put on (gosh, 20 years ago already!) and it was not a good experience. But they are actually really nice... it was just such a shock. I felt like I had big ol' rabbit buck teeth! My natural teeth in the front had been rounded and chipped a bit, so the difference to me was shocking. Took a while and now they just seem normal. Also, they didn't tell me they would be grinding my teeth to little nubs... halfway through the procedure I asked if I could use the toilet and I naturally looked at my teeth... I broke down crying, had a panic attack, and they had to unlock the bathroom and get me out. One fell off a few years ago and it was trauma all over again! 😂 You only get one set of teeth!

[@charleneb5361]

Oh I didn’t know people hate Texas. Sure they are very proud and very southern but they’ve got some great cities. I also love Austin and am currently planning a trip there.

[@joannunemaker6332]

Loved watching your video today. Glad all is well.😊❤

[@brianr1965]

This was a great Q&A Joel, thank you so much! You are such a doll 😉 your energy and passion always give me a boost! What a great idea for you to visit Mapperton house! I am actually a patron of Nerton, which, of course is the seat of the Earl of Sandwich and where the Viscount and Viscountess of Hinchingbrook live and manage the estate. also Luke Montagus’ lovely wife, Julie Montagu a.k.a. the American Viscountess has a great channel which I am also a patron of that explore so many of the beautiful historic homes in England. I’m in the US and hope one day to get to visit some of these gorgeous and historical places, but for now I thoroughly enjoy, exploring virtually through you guys.🤩

[@kennixox262]

Maperton House has a KZbin channel as you may know.

[@leanintolifetheenglishway3187]

Joel I just adore your q&A's. I also share your feelings about antique books but have been told to stop looking n buying by my hubby lol. 😂

[@GoBravesATL]

We all love Texas!

[@michaelc8126]

How rude of Him J/K Love you guys and the kids.

[@brentdillahunty3314]

Texas, Oklahoma & the Deep South are too cancervative, the majority of evandevilcals live there. I know because I live in Oklahoma. Which is why that region is an anathema.

[@bradg7373]

I agree Sees is best commercial chocolate in US then there are the small local makers, even better.

[@Brooksie603]

Still buzzin that you got a brand deal with Hello Fresh. It's a great company and I've used them before when I was having issues going out to get groceries (I hate food shopping) and helpful to take the thught out of what to make for dinner. Never had a bad meal with it. Recipes are easy and really no waste. If you like a certain one you can always replicate it.

[@LS-tj2ho]

Nashvillian here. Feel free to hmu for recommendations on what to do if you visit.

[@janicegunn9616]

Amazon does sell a few products from See's.

[@lizdestefano4905]

Love these Videos! 😍🥰💚🔥 I'm working but love these videos! I Haye planning, I over think about everything and it gives me anxiety

[@paulguise698]

Hiya Joel, Could you please make any of the recipes I've sent you, on your channel, that would be something, have you read Wuthering Heights? this is Choppy in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England

[@8catmom]

Happy Memorial Day Joel ❤

[@BrokebackBob]

I wish I could pay more than the VIP tier which I pay now when I'm able which is often. Should I just do that through KZbin thanks?

[@PokhrajRoy.]

20:39 HEY I LOVED IT

[@houldcroft89]

i feel a challenge video should be in order of Joel blind testing and guessing all the different cokes and pepsi's lol

[@ElsaLoui]

These are my favorite kinds of videos

[@mrgoodfind4949]

Same in Middle East - no queues; America- I don’t know how you do it..

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Joel loves Q&A because it’s all about Instant Gramification

[@mellibee100]

Yes! "I could care less" is super annoying AND when people say "expecially" for "especially"!!!!! What in the world?!

[@newtonduck1]

I'd like to see a video where you taste-test all the colas!

[@FHuberman]

Joel love your channel a long time fan. But FYI it's IRELAND not Island 😂

[@kennixox262]

Subscription fatigue.