Kara and Nate on swimming Alcatraz, bribing police & deciding to not have kids | Ep. 27

[@saraahroww]

I’ve always wish Kara and Nate would do podcast, just so I could hear all the backstories behind their cool videos. Thanks Matt and Abby for making that possible. XO

[@annavoytenko]

Same! So much was told today that wasn't in the documentary or the videos!

[@carrieradeke1972]

I third this!

[@MsDaybyday]

I have a feeling they will do a podcast because soon just travel won't be to interesting . You always needs to grow business

[@FallenMuse81]

Yes

[@chelseakayton206]

Yes

[@brianporter9979]

Kara and Nate should really do a podcast to share more of their experiences and perspectives after traveling the world for so many years.

[@skyegore8740]

Yassssss!

[@jillr759]

We’ve heard them all a million times.

[@CherylMckiver-ij1pl]

Kara& Nate bei courage ...Cheryl MC

[@Aur1x1]

NO NO NO NO NO NO!!!!! They’re perfect creators with the way they do things already if they do a regularly scheduled podcast it’s gonna ruin it! They’re precious and actually genuine if they join the podcast gold rush that’s happening I’m afraid they may get swept away with the tide then give up on making videos forever bc they’re podcast went sideways for some reason. All it takes is one smart ass with a following to say oh y’all think they’re great well they’re weren’t great to me blahblahdfmfjrirhrjr to screw it up for all of us!!!!

[@a.schmidt3096]

Kara- thank you for being vulnerable and opening up about your decision/uncertainty regarding not wanting to have children. Just because for so long there’s been a social narrative that women are supposed to have kids doesn’t mean it’s right for everyone or that every woman wants to. You are a role model in showing that you don’t need to be a parent to be fulfilled and there is nothing wrong or abnormal about that!!

[@oliviacarriveau]

I'd love to hear more about Kara's perspective. I'm 35 and still undecided but it weighs on me.

[@Natalie_Explores]

​@oliviacarriveau I'm also 35 and decided I don't want children. I talked about it with a therapist and everything because it stressed me out so much! My husband is luckily ok with not having them (and my therapist says i need to believe him lol!). I thought I'd want them by now, but the older I get the more I don't want them. But, in the future if I ever decide I want children then I'd rather foster so that I can provide a safe and loving home for someone who needs one, and to be a foster mom! The option to become a mother I believe comes in many forms, so even if I decide to not having any now, the option will always be there. But at this point in time, I'm happy being child free. 😊

[@lisab2856]

I agree...thank you Kara! The more people that talk about it being an option, the more normalised it will become to feel it's an option. I'm 55 and my husband and I have been happily married for 30 years. We chose not to have kids because we never felt the urge to and we love travelling, our hobbies and our freedom. Not only have we never regretted it, we just are more and more grateful for the decision as time goes on. We have no debt, both work and just have so many options with what we can do with our lives. We're very happy to be the cool auntie and uncle who are always travelling...love it!

[@Dojanne]

@@lisab2856thank you for posting this! I am 32 and am pretty sure that I do not want kids, but I feel sometimes like there is something wrong with me. All of my friends are having or getting children.. it is nice to read that someone else that chooses not to have children is very happy with it 😄

[@lisab2856]

@@Dojanne My pleasure! Luckily there is so much community and information around the choice to not have children now. I've never personally met anyone who has chosen to not have children who has regretted it, but I've met several women who have had children who were violent towards them, became meth addicts or ripped them off financially to a point where they were never going to be able to retire, who all said they very much regretted having children. Having children is definitely a gamble. Obviously it turns out really well for some people and really badly for others. The Regretful Parent pages on Reddit and Facebook are very interesting as well...A side of the experience that people tend not to be so honest about publicly. Whatever you decide to do, remember that it is your body, your life and your choice...😄Good luck!

[@graffixskull]

My wife and I have been watching Kara and Nate for years, which is why we clicked on this video, but can I say as a first-time viewer that you guys did an amazing job at interviewing. You asked great questions, you let them speak without interrupting or talking over them, but also added your own insight when appropriate which allowed for natural segues to follow-up questions. There are so many bad podcasters and interviewers that talk over or move on to another question without letting the person being interviewed finish their point that it's refreshing to see someone do it so well. I'm sure it probably helps that Kara and Nate are comfortable behind the microphone, but kudos to you for allowing the focus to be on the interviewee and not the interviewer.

[@BenCuthbertson]

Absolutely! I agree with every word :). Kara and Nate have done a couple of podcasts recently, and I think this is the best because of the hosts, which allowed Kara and Nate to relax and open up. It was great to have a video format as well. Well done all!

[@dianmez987]

Hi

[@tammytyndall296]

Amen, I couldn't agree more 🙌

[@hey9770]

The hand holding the entire time distracted me

[@kathyburden417]

😊

[@ashleydouglas7080]

I 100% knew what Nate and Kara were going to say at 34.16 min in about almost being cancelled over asking for payment for early access to the documentary. When they originally posted the doc I paid for it. It made complete and total sense that they should be compensated for all that hard work... and it broke my heart that Kara was so upset over the backlash. Bottom line- people can be horrible and people can be wonderful. But Kara and Nate have a loyal fanbase who are rooting for them... I'm one of them!

[@syckindahead]

🎯

[@emmeline.reinhardt]

I completely agree! I paid too, and I was happy to pay after they had given us so much valuable content (for free!) over the years.

[@RebeccaSchwartz703]

i also knew to when the doc was going to come out i was in high school and didnt have acess to my own money at the time so i had to ask my aprents and exlpain to them this. I think there mistake was they the said the 100th country wll be in documentary not get its on video. so you had to watch the documentary to find the 100th country which they let us deicde. now I definety would have paid for the doc. and they blacklash they got was wareented and some of unwarranted.

[@Domdodom]

As a youtube premium user i feel like i pay for the content i watch on youtube. In a way yes youtubers live out of my money and many others who watch them. Editing a video is a part of their job for which i pay for …and they get to travel or whatever. If I am not willing to pay more for a video is within my right and taking this personal is just… soo… american. Sorry 🙈

[@sandy-ke1kr]

I think everybody was so excited for the 100th country especially people that had been watching for years. People couldn't wait to see it and celebrate with them. When they decide to change the format right there without communicating with everyone and basically very little explanation it was a big downer for everyone that had been so excited. It really caught everyone by surprise. It was more on their side for not explaining anything.. Like Nate said it was lack of communication. Everyone loved them and would have supported them had they communicated it better. I'll admit I was surprised at first, but I still loved them, supported them and kept watching. I'm sorry it was such a hard time for them. It was a big lesson in communication with their audience. I think most people stayed with them and continued to support them.

[@mscattale]

I’m not a big podcast listener but Kara and Nate are such great storytellers I’d listen weekly!!

[@Kelleena1on1]

But this video covers so many aspects of this couples life it’s perfect coverage .. ty Kara and Nate.

[@brianmatias2033]

I have been watching Kara and Nate for over 6 years now, and I can’t believe y’all got to pull this off. So excited 🎉🎉🎉

[@InterestingInfo2024]

So excited to watch this in the morning!!!!! 🥹

[@ericadarlene7231]

ME TOO

[@jill7717]

Exact my answer!

[@daniellenicole83]

No

[@ChloeDezz]

Been following Kara and Nate for years and I never expected this collab! I love the variation of guests you guys are having on the podcast!

[@cassijane22]

Kara & Nate are the reason we just did RAGBRAI on a tandem bicycle and it was EPIC. Im so grateful for their channel and the exposure they give to all the best places to visit around the world!!

[@louisjames8325]

Same!

[@katieandjoeonthego]

We have never heard of RAGBRAI before them and now know like 30+ people who have done the ride. It's wild. Was it worth it? Would you do it again?

[@cassijane22]

@katieandjoeonthego this year was supposedly one of the toughest routes because of the hills and the heat. It was the craziest physical challenge of my life. Had the highest highs and pretty low lows. I cried a few times when it got tough. We also got a flat tire that wasn't controllable and flew off the bike. Luckily it was just some road rash. I could write a novel on the entire experience though!!! I absolutely will do it again. If you choose to do it, be prepared for a wild ride!

[@CoCo4292]

It is such a wonderful breath of fresh air to hear Kara say openly that she doesn't want to have kids. I don't think she's abnormal one bit. Thank you for speaking what is true for you, Kara!!

[@michelleconcannon7584]

She shines around kids, I hope she doesn't regret it later. Sounds so much like myself at her age.

[@stephanieann622]

You just have to respect someone who isn’t following the norm. Doing what works best for you and your partner is the best way to grow old together and stay happy! I adore my kids and as a single mom I made sure they never went without anything, despite not getting any child support. But if I had it to do over again….no kiddos😂

[@tara6460]

​@@michelleconcannon7584yeah she does want kids but she gives up everything for this guy. Mark my words

[@chiakinanami6182]

@@tara6460 what is wrong with you?

[@the.annethology]

​@@michelleconcannon7584she was a teacher so she def has admiration for kids. I love how shes forthcoming with being childfree as i am the same.

[@zkayyy_]

i need kara and nate on more podcasts ASAP! i've been watching their videos for ages and i love seeing them in a sit down setup. it's nice to see them in a calm setting compared to their crazy adventurous lives.

[@PassiveAgressive319]

I remember watching the first K&N vlogs back in 2016. They were literally wide eyed and innocent. Heavy southern accents and just in awe of their new environment. They took us on that journey and haven’t stopped since. Just love these two so much😊

[@thriftstorejunkee]

You brought up the discussion of kids in a respectable manner. I wish more people did it like that!

[@misslora3896]

Love Nate and Kara. Now lets hope for Eamon and Bec on soon.

[@faithchon2997]

YES!! I love Eamon and Bec

[@Ashley.cThompson]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@NaS94612]

Yes! Feel like Matt and Abby could definitely do pods with so many interesting people! They should make some kind of thing where we can submit who we’d like to see them have on…

[@kaymaceachern]

my thoughts exactly!! especially with baby #1 on the way :')

[@Ruth_eq]

YESS!!

[@anajen2.0]

I love Kara more after this podcast, so refreshing to hear them just talk freely because their videos usually edited and very focused (in a good way). ❤

[@annavoytenko]

If you know Kara and Nate, you would know how uncomfortable Nate felt during the "worm/poop" story) But I truly believe that Kara's YES over Nate's NO to the footage that would make into a video is what got people so obsessed with watching their journey and be very grateful for the honesty and fun they shared!

[@Navya0501]

What I love about this video is that there are two couples who have different lifestyles and it is okay to live the life you want to live

[@ayokaaaaaa]

I am from kurdistan/northern Iraq, we love visitors and its in our culture to have great hospitality, including free food, a place to stay and overall a great time. Happy u guys got a great experience in my country, and you're welcome anytime we love u❤

[@RadiantInc]

As a child-free entrepreneur couple who runs a photography business together and is together 24/7 for the last 14 years, Kara & Nate are so epicly relatable to us and run, without a doubt, my favorite KZbin channel. They are so inspiring in so many ways, and this is a great interview!

[@ragenwareham3668]

THIS IS AN EPISODE I NEVER EXPECTED BUT I ABSOLUTELY NEEDED

[@charlimarieTV]

I relate SO much to Kara about not wanting kids! Thanks for sharing so openly Kara. ❤

[@vlastabarac]

She said not ever?

[@debbianderson1687]

Oh my goodness! You found my Kara and Nate!! I have followed them since they began and love them. And now i started following you two precious people. What a wonderful connection.

[@lauramoore8823]

I love hearing Kara talk about the decision to have or not have kids more in depth. I ended up on the other end of the fence, my husband really wanted kids and I could've gone either way, so we decided to try and ended up with the most amazing kid I've ever known. Like she said, I now could not imagine my life without her, but I'm unclear about whether to have another. Ultimately, it's just a choice that you make, you'll probably figure out how to be happy either way and either way is great. Obviously there are situations and circumstances that would sway you one way or another, but I mean in the absence of any particular reason to go one way or another.

[@amycreek8169]

What a great interview of Kara and Nate!! Y'all got them to sit down for a minute. They must really like you guys too!! Great job!

[@KyleJess]

Kara and Nate’s channel was one of the biggest inspirations for us to get out, explore, experience new cultures and live a much less conventional way of life! This was an awesome conversation, to hear them break down some of the behind the scenes thoughts and experiences! 🙌🙌🙌

[@vagabarnes6088]

We absolutely love Kara and Nate and their energy. This was such a great podcast. We have been married 18 years and are child free as well. We've traveled the US, but really want to start traveling abroad.

[@jenniecrumpton4545]

I love Kara and Nate! And I appreciate them being as open, and honest as they were in this episode. Especially with all the heavy topics discussed. I also agree with them on how awesome Colorado is! I have wanted to move there since 2011, and haven’t yet, but I feel like my reasons are the same. My husband is a lot like Nate and is obsessed with travel points/miles, and did the credit card thing back in the day too. I relate so much to them!

[@lisarussell5741]

Love hearing how much Abby wanted to me a mom. Makes me even more sure in my childfree choice bc I’ve never felt that way.

[@PrincessJamiG]

Same. I've never had that desire nor the urgency...and I don't know that I even understand it. But massive respect for those who do.

[@em888881]

As a self-partnered female the up in the air feeling about children really resonates with me. Some days I am passionate about wanting children while other days I look at our current environmental crisis and vow to never want children. I think Kara and Nate demonstrate a healthy discussion and I wish them all the best in the future.

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

There will always be reasons not to have kids. I would not let the environment prevent you from doing so if you are passionate about it and have the support and resources to do so. The bottom line is we can't predict the future and you don't want to look back and regret your decision once the door is biologically closed. I promise that Gretta isn't going to personally scold you if you have one or two kiddos. Of course, there is always adoption or fostering. Considering how much they fly, Kara and Nate aren't exactly the best environmentalists.

[@LauraStutz-iu9zo]

@@WilliamCronin so. who cares.

[@kristenchapman7366]

Awake at 3 AM for the drop! That was the fastest 1.5 hrs. Truly a dynamic and fun couple! I loved how much they were allowed to talk and how dialed in you both were while Kara and Nate were talking! I think what stood out the most was how both couples are crushing their life goals! Really a fantastic episode! Thanks for this unexpected and favorite podcast episode! ❤

[@UnplannedPodcast]

Thank you so much!! This is such a great comment. Appreciate you watching & your kind words!!

[@katrinapecht4914]

@UnplannedPodcast You should have Evan and Carlin (Bates) Stewart on the podcast some time! ❤

[@ryleeford2311]

​@@katrinapecht4914Yes, I second this

[@Luvsake00]

Kara thank you for normalizing making the decision to not want kids! Yes that could change in the future but it’s also okay if it doesnt!

[@droptine0592]

Wow i never thought you would colab with these two! Forget the fact that's its 2 am I'm watching this on repeat!

[@BortonMaverickNYC]

here for Kara and Nate, been watching them since their vlog 2. it all started at Japan and now 7 years later, 103 countries later... 3 million subscribers are watching them

[@manuelabresee]

I still don’t get it why people were so upset about it. They did nothing wrong to ask for a contribution in exchange of seeing the documentary early or you could have waited one week and watch it for free. Kara spent so much time working on it and she deserved to be compensated.

[@jamiel264]

Eh, it was honeslty disappointing and made me question their motives, I still love and watch them but the optics weren't great

[@Angelique_]

To wake up this morning and see Kara and Nate on the UNPLANNED PODCAST!!!! I love your podcast already but now you guys pushed the love over the top 😂 lol I don’t think I’ve gotten this excited over a video in awhile 😩👏🏼

[@UnplannedPodcast]

So happy to hear this!!!

[@FireCracker3240]

This is so amazing! Getting to hear Kara and Nate talk for so long, about everything and anything, is what I've always wanted. I've been watching them for so many years I knew all the stories (Dairy Queen, HS sweethearts, not ready for/wanting kids, Alcatraz being their scariest experience, etc). I found myself answering the questions they were asked before they did. But I can honestly say I did NOT know the parasite story! Eeek, that is horrifying! I am so glad you are better Kara! I love you both so much and I'm proud of how far you've come since that first flight to Tokyo. 🥰

[@rayraystinz]

Shout out Kara for her honest words on choosing motherhood or not ❤

[@neoanderson726]

she is smart, they are both smart

[@emilyraab2348]

Yeah this felt like a Kara interview 😜

[@neoanderson726]

@@emilyraab2348 no not really Nate talked as well ..I think kara is just more of extrovert people person and Nate is more of a thinker listener introvert

[@maryjaneferguson2711]

Abby's looks about her not wanting children, Matt's looks were opposite....

[@DJ-nn6vg]

The cultural difference in the South for women to have kids fast is so different from other parts of the country. In big Northern cities women pursue careers and regularly put off having kids until their 30s.

[@janetmitchell8771]

Kara and Nate are absolutely the coolest and best travel navigators ever! I love their personalities,honesty, kindness and energy in each weekly episode. They are a group of my favorites to watch.

[@mariagalchenko6742]

I’ve been watching Kara and Nate for years!!!!! I’ve never expected you guys to collaborate with them! So cool! ❤

[@lifeviz28568]

Did not expect this episode ever. OMG kara and nate and matt and abby collaborating!!! I've been watching their channel for the past 6 years, and there's so much behind the scenes stuff that kara and nate have shared that wasn't shown in their vlogs. Thanks for making it possible matt & abby!! ❤❤❤

[@ashitamalkani3845]

Totally agree - everyone doesn’t have to have children. You can do so much for other children in the world if one wants too.

[@1927su]

Exactly! I devoted most of my adult life being the “mom” figure for many people with disabilities that needed that kind of person in their life ; the last one I cared for lived with me for 22 years, he had no family near by, I was it. And glad I was. He passed peacefully at 91 on January2- oh I miss him, but wouldn’t have traded any of that time for anything else. We all have our path!

[@emilyb1504]

The first time Kara talked about not having children was really validating for me because it isn’t talked about a lot, especially as a southerner.

[@lifewithlis_k]

This was so amazing! Loved hearing more of the behind the scenes of Kara & Nate's adventures! And as a woman only a couple years younger than Kara, I selfishly would love it if they stayed childfree as I also don't know if I ever want kids - so it's really great to hear more about their take on it and so wonderful to hear Nate's opinion/to know they're on the same page.

[@BabyTater]

THANK YOU ALL for this video!!! My absolute #1 favorite people are Kara and Nate and I love to be able to get a deeper look into their life like this. I was so interested in this whole video

[@ashleynudell6910]

I absolutely loved this episode! You guys always seem to ask the right questions to get the best stories! I definitely think we need to see an Abby/Matt and Kara/Nate travel episode.

[@jennydavis5295]

Kara nailed it! I am exhausted! That sums up being a mom. I’m so tired and I’ve been a mom for 20 years. 😅

[@CactusJinx]

Kara and Nate should publish a coffee table photo book called "And we had the whole place to ourselves" 😆

[@gildedliberty6090]

😂

[@PassiveAgressive319]

Watching this with a huge smile on my face. Love Kara and Nate

[@tiffanynorthcutt2230]

I am a HUGE Kara and Nate fan! Been watching them almost from the beginning! They rarely do podcast interviews so this was so awesome to listen to. Matt and Abby are amazing at this podcasting!

[@haileyy_f]

I started watching Kara and Nate during their first trip to the Hong Kong night market. What a wonderful podcast episode! I love seeing how far they’ve come! 💗 I love Kara’s discussion about children/not having children. We need more people to be open with that type of conversation.. from both sides.. and normalize thinking out this huge life decision.

[@Justin-IRL2]

😂😂😂 40:50 I absolutely love how you mentioned getting hate for placing sponsors messages and go right into, "Thank you AG1 for sponsoring this video!" Massive props for the flawless and hilarious transition! 👍

[@jennydavis5295]

I really, really admire your conversation around having children. It is a huge change, it becomes your focus, and I love that you can say no. There are no rules. You don’t have to have children. Hank can be your child! 🩵

[@Ididntwantayoutubehandl]

Hank cannot be her child, that's ridiculous and doesn't compare to actually having your own children. Becoming a parent is the best thing anyone can ever do, the ultimate.

[@jenniferc6165]

@@Ididntwantayoutubehandlew

[@shawneemills]

No, it's not the ultimate. There are many facets to life and dedicating your life to raising a human is not for everyone.@@Ididntwantayoutubehandl

[@amyj4283]

@@Ididntwantayoutubehandl this is just ones brain on feminism, expressive individualism and liberalism ( but i repeat myself)

[@brook.connolly]

I have watched Kara and Nate for years now, and hearing them explain more on the videos I watched in the past was so great to hear!! Love them so much

[@meghan926]

I’ve watched Kara and Nate for 7+ years at this point and it’s been so cool seeing their progression, channel wise and personally. They’re so cool and collected now! We’ve both grown up a lot in these 7 years!

[@hayhay8077]

I’m so glad Kara touched on why they don’t have kids yet. Finally someone I can relate to! Me and my husband have been married for almost 3 years and I just do not feel the urge to be a mom yet. Quite honestly, it currently gives me so much anxiety to think of having a kid right now. With that being said, I think it’s so important that women not be made to feel like we NEED to have children to feel complete in life. I might have kids one day, but I might not. Thank God me and my husband are also so much on the same page, but people have questioned us for the past 3 years non stop and I just think that’s so inappropriate. I hope the social norm of asking when a couple is going to have children stops soon.

[@lijohnyoutube101]

I think raising kids is HARD and people should absolutely not have them if they don’t want them however having kids did complete me. I have 3 degrees, traveled, built a fantastic career, bought a house, and then got married and had kids. While each of those other life elements were fun and hard they were all just living a sort of empty and shallow existence. I am so very sad that so many young couples want such an empty existence for their entire lives.

[@ErinHoskins]

My husband and I were married for 8 years before we decided to have our son. So we weren’t the norm for waiting and we also only have one child. Luckily the people close to us knew better than to ask, and I really just tried to ignore other people or somewhat nicely let them know what an inappropriate question it is. No doubt the right decision for us to wait.

[@amyj4283]

most women have to medicalize themselves so we can all pretend that children are a result of, not sex but mere Will. But that children are or should be a result of us wanting them is a mirage made possible by invasive biotechnology. The mirage of Choice marries women’s value to the marketplace, because this is where this particular morality originates and resides. A world without a sexual market, we are to believe, is a world where women have no value. This has been the message of feminisms since its 2nd-wave. If a nation decides to take away this marketplace (the contraceptives and abortions), we’ll be thrown to a Dark Age. The sexual marketplace has made women who participate in it utterly delusional and unreasonable.

[@hayhay8077]

@@lijohnyoutube101 I don’t believe referring to it as an “empty existence” is exactly appropriate. It’s almost the same as people inappropriately asking and assuming everyone wants to adapt to the same lifestyle. In fact it’s kind of insensitive. To each their own. I’ll never criticize anyone for having children, I think that’s great, and I still may have children one day when I’m completely comfortable with that thought, but I’m only 22 and I’m not right now. I could also be insensitive and say I am so very sad that so many older people want to make their lives so miserable and boring by having children, but I’m not gonna say that.. lol and before you take offense to that, you reading that and feeling what you felt is exactly what I felt when I read “empty existence.” Also just to add, the 3 years I’ve been young and married I’ve been anything but empty. We’ve had the time of our lives traveling, doing and going anywhere as we please. And we get to do ALL of this at our own discretion depending on no one to have to watch children for us WHILE we are in our early 20s. It’s been SO MUCH fun. So I apologize that maybe you didn’t get that same opportunity and maybe that would result in such bitterness, or maybe you did and you’re just bitter now that you made that choice. I’m not sure because I’m not judging people based on how they want to live so I don’t know what that feels like. Honestly, I think it’s great you have children, have 3 degrees, have traveled and built a fantastic career. But just to let you know (because it seems like you’re not aware) that’s not everyone’s life goals, and not everyone would get fulfillment from that.

[@lijohnyoutube101]

@@hayhay8077 oh it was tons of fun at the time. I am glad I got to travel and play as a young adult. I didn’t think it was offensive at all to say it was miserable and boring. I have not been bored, probably would have been if I was a stay at home parent. There have however been tons and tons and tons of miserable moments. Still worth it! I completely believe my 20’s were an empty existence. I am thankful for it and it built me a good life foundation and it included absolutely gobs of fun. But it was so pathetically selfish and shallow and just so empty. I could have died and have no real accomplishments. Life now is 1000’s of times harder but at least there is more depth.

[@kathleengates]

This is one of the many reasons I love podcasts. I’d never heard of Kara and Nate before watching this interview, and now I’ve had the chance to hear about their lives and choices and be inspired.

[@kaylaf]

So thrilled to hear Kara talk so candidly about potentially not choosing to have children - motherhood isn't the only option for women and I'm so thankful to hear her say it openly! I'm an even bigger fan of theirs now.

[@rachelciarlante6039]

This was so fun to watch. I love Kara and Nate. Always have. They don’t put on airs and they are who they are. I love that about them.

[@abbychavez9436]

I've been watching Kara and Nate for a few years now, and it's so cool to see them on the podcast! Great episode!

[@GlobetrotterGranny]

I absolutely LOVED Kara and Nate’s documentary. I had zero problem with them requesting donation for early access. LOVE Kara and Nate! Ignore the idiot haters who have zero understanding of what it takes to do what you do!

[@TomBedlammusic]

Totally agree. The funny thing is that nobody has a problem with it now. Patreon ect. Yes theory just did exactly the same thing with project iceman with zero backlash. Always confused me that they got so much hate for requesting a donation for something they worked so hard on

[@faithwithsheldon]

I remember when I checked the comment section for the announcement video it was confusing and still is confusing as to why their “fans” gave so much backlash

[@pranavialampalli7396]

Watching these two couples on the same screen is an absolute dream come true😭😭 been watching both of their channels since ages and this is just amazingggg❤️❤️

[@kiarashasefi]

I’ve been following Kara and Nate’s journey for years and years, and me being obsessed with traveling, they really pushed me to follow my dream and travel the world. I don’t have a strong passport as they do but they have definitely pushed me travel regardless to the point that as a 19 year old, I have travelled to 31 countries. I love them so much and was a blast listening to this episode❤️

[@beforeicroakt9271]

We have recently come across your channel and we LOVE you two Also love the constant hand holding in this video kara and nate, we live for your travels. You are one of the things we look forward to every week! And that list has been small especially through covid We love you all!

[@antonialobocki637]

YOU GOT KARA AND NATE ON YOUR PODCAST!!! AMAZING! Kara and Nate are my absolute favorite.

[@lisadawn5542]

I could listen to 10 more hours of this., I love Kara and Nate and the questions were actually really good and very interesting. Not just canned questions. Good interview.

[@kdj703]

So happy y'all did this interview. Its nice to just hear Nate and Kara give us a look into their lives. I've wondered about alot of what they spoke about. Love them, look forward to their new episodes every weekend. I actually feel sad when they skip weekends.

[@amykristic2980]

I watch every single episode of Kara and Nate!!

[@beedoose3701]

Never heard of these two before but thoroughly enjoyed this. I have to say, Kara is a natural beauty. So nice to see a KZbinr my age who isn’t filled with botox. And I really appreciated her segment about not having kids because I’m the same age and in the same boat. Totally understand feeling “behind” compared to friends with kids and houses and so much responsibility. I hated when she said she felt abnormal though cause I’m over here thinking wow how normal! Loved it! Great podcast! ❤️❤️

[@thesinfulyogini2073]

Have fun exploring their adventures! They’re the sweetest 🥹

[@pamelamurphy9545]

​@@thesinfulyogini2073 I second that I love their adventures

[@Jak_03-ja]

Omg I love Kara and Nate and I love Matt and Abby it’s soooo cool to see my favourite two KZbinrs in one amazing videos

[@caitlinwalters3721]

You know you've been following Kara and Nate for so long when you guessed Colorado before they said it. 😄

[@ashleyoverton8172]

Yes me too haha

[@JoannaLouiseWhite]

Me too 😁

[@youngmamasvlog]

So cool that the conversations are so friendly and interesting with every new couple on the pod!

[@NupuraS]

My heart is exploding with happiness just to hear about your life experiences. Love to Kara and Nate❤

[@ToddMcKeever]

I started watching your podcast because you had Kara and Nate on it for Ep.27. Through this podcast I started enjoying the two of you as well. I mentioned to my 12 year old daughter that I found this great podcast (yours) and turned my iPad around to show my daughter this episode I was watching and she called you both by name and said how she loves you both. Great Job influencing both my daughter and myself a 54 year old man. I liked band subscribed.

[@UnplannedPodcast]

We are so happy to hear this!! So glad you both enjoy it.

[@CrazyCrystal8175]

I Agree! My daughter just turned 22 yrs old on July 26th and My son turned 24 yrs old on July 27th and they BOTH LOVE YOUR PODCAST AND I DO TOO!!❤

[@Golddigger-r6p]

Kara and Nate are one in a million. A lot of people are jealous. But these guys are giving us all great experiences and always funny inputs. Love them and glad they make what they do. Making good money is their reward for being exceptional. Thanks guys!

[@raveenanigamTWM]

Oh my gosh! You guys bought my travel babies! ❤ I've been watching Kara and Nate for 7 years straight and I religiously watch their videos! I was over the moon when I saw this notification. You guys are the best🛫🛫🕺🕺

[@douglasvieira1990dv]

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to make this. I love Kara and Nate and appreciate them opening up to the podcast!

[@imscanon]

I adore kids, but I chose not to have them and I have no regrets (I'm 60 now). These two have such a GREAT, amazing and meaningful life that they contribute in another way. They have no need of kids. I fully support that. It's not 1950 anymore. We all have choices and for some, there are just so many OTHER things they want to spend their life doing that matters. If you feel deeply that you want kids, have them, they're great. It's the hardest job on the planet to do well, so be SURE you want to spend the rest of your life doing it (cuz that 40 y/o can get divorced or widowed and have nowhere to go but your house). You can love kids and know you'd be a great parent, and still not choose to have kids, because there are other ways you want to choose to contribute to or experience the world instead. Be an awesome aunt or uncle instead! It's the best! lol Point is, it's a personal thing every person needs to decide for themselves so stop asking people when or if they're having kids. It's not your business. You never know if they've tried and failed or are still trying with anguish, so it's just a subject best left unasked (except on a podcast where it's helpful so a million people don't KEEP asking them.) lol Oh, and PLEASE never ask a woman if she's pregnant. lol Sometimes, it's just the salad she had for lunch folks. We bloat sometimes. lol

[@graffixskull]

I wish I could LIKE this comment more than once!

[@thesinfulyogini2073]

Needed to hear this! Love babies, know I’d be a good mom, just not for me. Sometimes the truth breaks my heart.

[@imscanon]

@@thesinfulyogini2073 When I see what kids have to go through today and how near impossible it is for them to buy a house or even pay rent, the online bullying, school shootings, all of it, I'm so thankful now that I don't have to try to raise a kid in this environment and try to help them navigate it all. It's not the same world we're giving them. I made the right choice for me for sure. We have too many people already and it seems so many of them are unhappy. So, go be happy and don't fret. You're awesome just as you are.

[@mattieandpickle]

Kara and Matt are so alike in so many ways like they both are so interested in all the camera stuff and they both love talking to other and they both love meeting new people and i feel like they both just bring so much joy to the world and nate and abby do as well but matt and kara stand out so much from how they just enjoy doing each and every thing and fine the positive in every thing! I love you guys ❤

[@LivinLAvidaLa]

Wow! What a treat! I’ve watched Kara & Nate for yearsss! By far some of the most humbled YT creators still to date. Loved this podcast what a great group of people in one room! 🌿

[@Aur1x1]

I know I’m late to the party here but also what I find refreshing and comforting is catching a long form video with wholesome people we all love and then to also jump into the comments and it’s a hug fest not a slug fest lol ❤ the first video I caught of there’s was the trans-Siberian railroad series and I’ve been hooked since they’re really great and I think an intellectual conversation without agenda is fantastic.

[@kaylanewling3175]

This video was SO fun! I love Kara and Nate and have watched them for a while now and enjoyed listening to their stories and appreciate how open and honest they were!!

[@sfmsl87]

The podcast I didn't know I needed it, but I'm soo happy it happened. Love Kara and Nate, actually started to watch their videos in the beginning of the pandemic while pregnant during a lockdown. Watched every single one and loved it! Never miss a episode. And I also follow Matt and Abby, they are the funniest and realest couple on the YT right now in my opinion. Congrats to you four!! On a side note I am watching the video on my laptop while my toddler destroys my living room, sometimes its better to "ignore" and take care of the mess after!

[@KellyWerkmeister]

I love what Nate said so much! I've felt that way my whole life that there is no cookie cutter way to do life you do you and whatever you want to do it's your life live it how you want to. And loving seeing speak up about not having kids

[@mymarsbars1]

Awww love Kara and Nate! Thanks for having them on your podcast!

[@stacymcintyre1796]

Thank you for saying that about St. Louis. I spent the first 42 years of my life there and grew to love it more with every year that passed. I moved in 2013 and still miss it.

[@davidleavitt835]

So nice to see Kara and Nate just sitting down and talking. Praise God for their channel, as it was part of my covid soundtrack. May God bless them mightily and anoint them in abundance. This is my first time on #theunplannedpodcast Good show. Love Kara's quote about no physical distractions. Such a godly thing to do. Beautiful!!

[@harleyfox3453]

I’m just getting into my Kara and Nate rewatch phase… was so excited when this popped up in my recommended. Just started to listen to you all too after finding you on TikTok! Love 🎉❤

[@NaS94612]

I’ll be honest… your podcast always pops up on my feed and family vloggers are not my choice of entertainment BUT I love Kara and Nate… so I did watch this episode! I appreciate that when they vlog their travels they show it’s not always rainbows and sunshine BUT they always stay positive throughout even tricky situations. Good Job Matt and Abby for getting some good people on the pod

[@beatricemayer3700]

Watching this video made me realize how long I’ve watched Kara and Nate for. 5 years! My fav KZbinrs

[@netizensarrest4241]

Been watching Kara and Nate for years. Thank you for asking such great questions! That parasite story is so brutal… so glad you kept pulling on that one! I always thought people went off unnecessarily on the paywall thing. Thoroughly enjoyed this!

[@janiyaarp3330]

OMG OMG OMG. IM LOSING MY MIND MY FAVORITE PEOPLE ARE TOGETHER IN THE SAME ROOM. This is insane. I CANT WAIT TO WATCH💕

[@okalanibergschneider1201]

I love seeing the discussion about having and not having children are both valid. I knew from 15/16 that I didn’t want to have children. I meet my husband at 21 and he supported me when I told him I didn’t want to have children. We’ve been together for 13 years and when the topic of us having children that he still defends my decision.

[@MarinaC44494]

Loved watching this! I never understood the backlash over the documentary either. Of course you should be paid for your work. I think they handled it all with so much grace.

[@CatCross17]

Long time Kara and Nate fan. First time listening to the Unplanned podcast. You guys did a great job interviewing them. You asked some great questions that I'm sure their community has been dying to ask for years. ☺️

[@Addielaide439]

OMG THIS MADE ME SO HAPPY!!! I accidentally clicked on this video and when I saw Kara talking it made me so happy. 😆 I literally screamed. I love Matt and Abby and I love Kara and Nate so this is like the best duo😆😆😆

[@dianastevens9156]

This was a great podcast. It was great the hear Kara and Nate talking candidly. Thanks

[@piddly]

Thank you Kara and Nate for being honest and sharing your story. I got the message and was so happy to pay in thanks for all your hard work. It was hard to find a way to send the money and I was sad when my money was returned a few months later. You guys still deserve that money! 😂 Thank you for all that you do. Matt and Abby, thanks for such a great video and episode. New Subbie!

[@rachelhickman1799]

Been watching Kara and Nate for years now and I absolutely love them!!! I loved hearing how they feel about traveling and just life in general ❤️

[@Rebecca-ld9mu]

I always wanted to be a mom. I pictured the married, house, bio children path because that's the norm. I ended up becoming a solo mom via international adoption to a one and only kiddo. It's not at all what I pictured and I had to mourn that a second child isn't right for our family. But doing things just because it's expected doesn't make it right. You have to live for what life is rather than what you think is should be.

[@paulineblake9365]

Kara is so positive and a pleasure to watch. could listen to their adventures all day. Good job on the interview.

[@espors4416]

This is a combo I didn’t know I needed in life until now! I’m so excited to listen :)

[@StaceyW078]

This was such a cool conversation! Love watching Kara and Nate's videos and loved listening to them talking about their experiences!

[@SivanGvili]

OMG!! I’ve never commented on a KZbin video before in my life but I literally had to come on and express my excitement on this collab. Never in a million years would I thought this would happen and I’m SO FREAKING EXCITED!!!! Love you both 🥳