My worst date ever (I got robbed).

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[@xLillyLx]

When I first read the title, I thought your date robbed you haha that would have been way worse. Sorry that happened to you, good story and lesson to tell your grandkids one day though haha

[@monicatoro2286]

me too hahaha

[@penguinswithwifi]

😅 same

[@studioghiblets958]

Lol same!

[@nedis84]

Well it’s exactly how it meant to be read. Clickbait we call it😉

[@adamziokowski8588]

Same 😂

[@JamesPuente]

Definitely expected the date to rob you based off the title 😂

[@marianabedoyajaramillo5904]

SAMEEE 😂😂

[@philoki]

cheap clickbait

[@nath4n1el]

samee

[@evabandimatova]

that's how clickbait works (:

[@rebeccar4312]

James-she DID rob him, indirectly. There is no way she would not see someone lean in behind him and take his phone as she was facing that direction. Sounds like ahe set him up with the thieves

[@kathleenkulp240]

why would you think its your fault? Why do we blame ourselves when others prove to be untrustworthy or mean or dishonest? You did nothing wrong. You were being yourself. And your story is SO relatable and well-told.... made me feel the tension and embarrassment and angst right along with you. Thank you for sharing this with us. You are a great storyteller!!

[@josephkiiru3259]

Idk if it's just my cautiousness from the country I live in, but the idea that most people are trustworthy and honest is more of an unrealisitic expectation to me (like strangers specifically). Especially when you are outside, one should be pretty cautious to prevent stuff like this happening. But like man, taking out my phone, and putting it out of my eyesight in public is wild to me😂

[@easypeasy3140]

@@josephkiiru3259 exactly, yeah it isn't his fault that bad people exists but he should be realistic and responsible for his own actions but I'm still confused how she didn't see anything if she was looking at him which means looking at the direction where his phone was?

[@somewhereatvinland]

Try living in a dangerous country lol

[@albertguldbrandsen969]

@@easypeasy3140 It was probably a setup

[@pasqualinamichelaconsiglio9391]

Lack of emotional maturity.

[@MelissaDeLaRosaLVDM]

Hearing you talk about getting lost in someone’s gaze when you’re attracted - can you be anymore damn adorable? 😂❤

[@klangkarussell4599]

Sorry that happened to you! What a pain. This is a good reminder to always be aware of your surroundings and keep your valuables closer to your person e.g. in your front pocket and not open on the table when traveling.

[@soficaso]

Being in the moment, paying attention to the conversation, and making eye contact are super attractive things to do, you were being so sweet! Unfortunately, even though Portugal is a safe country, ever since we had an increase in tourism years ago, these situations are more common...Sorry you had a bad experience! Hope that doesn't discourage you from visiting again 😅

[@brunoxpto]

so u are assuming that the increase in robbery is because of the tourism ? makes sense

[@bekindfox]

@@brunoxpto It does make sense, because robber will be where tourists are as they are easier to rob.

[@skylarsa]

I once was out for lunch in a touristy in London, and had my phone next to my coffee on the table, and my bag across from me in the seat. The waiter of the Cafe actually told me that there's a lot of theft in the area and told me to have my belongings closer to me, and I kept my phone in my bag between my legs. Ever since then I've been extremely cautious of where my things are when I'm out in public

[@Samonajourney]

Initially, I thought …his date was the robber!

[@travelnomad6896]

😂😂😂😂

[@TristanSharman]

Great story! Props to Bernardo for hearing you at 1am, I hope he was able to emotionally patch you up once you got inside :P

[@GeekyGaia]

As your friend said, what a story to tell, sorry the date and you didn't work out and such a mess happened with the stolen phone. Most of all thank you for always coming up with such personal and genuine stories, stories that not only we your viewers can relate to but also empathize with you. It would indeed be an honor to meet you and an excellent reason to visit Paris.

[@PetraB0S]

You are definitely a GREAT storyteller! Thank you for sharing your awful date in such an animated way.

[@mkly9968]

This is the first time I ever comment, but just loved the story-telling so much, I had to. You have a gift, Nathaniel, and you are using it!

[@karinelussier9222]

That quote, at the end, just resonate so much with me. Génial ! :)

[@lagomholly]

Thank you for sharing this experience with us. It’s such a shame you had to go through this during what sounded like such a euphoric time! Drawing a positive from the situation it reiterates that material things don’t really matter and you (or your date) were not harmed during the ordeal! Yes it’s a pain, but things could always be a lot worse and I think looking at things this way change the way you perceive misfortune; building resilience, character and in this case vigilance. Wishing you the best!

[@R0HAN.]

Absolutely love your story telling... ♥️

[@travelandgrowthbyjoelschade]

Oh Bro, I really feel sorry for you. Especially for the fact, it affected you so much in that moment and you couldn`t enjoy your date anymore. I know how it feels to be stuck in this fight-or-flight-panic state and I wish you find a way to cope with it better in the future. All the best to you

[@lavernejackson1958]

This was terrifying but glad you got through it

[@jpocket7330]

Omg! What a story! I swearrrr youuu, we've all been in this place of chaos and panic and omggg what am i gonna do!? Ahh, its so soo human it hurts! Much love and hope everything out of sorts gets back into sorts as soon as possible! You're awesome and i always have my fingers crossed for you in your endeavors!

[@brunamsilva]

Nathaniel, adoro a sua narrativa!! Obrigada por fazer conteúdos incríveis!

[@rebk5331]

She's in on it. She didn't see them take the phone???

[@lovegood3417]

Why did I think the same...

[@ibizawavey8630]

I'm 41 and we grew up in an era without phones. I completely understand your panic but I still have a habit of leaving my phone at home and going about my day hahaha my phone at the end of the day is just there in case I need to check in with my mother or my sisters lol The lesson here is, the over reliance on ONE gadget for everything our lives needs to stop.

[@joanavicente5493]

Me too. People get angry when they find out I was out without my phone. I'm 45 so I really spent most of my life without a cellphone..

[@larissacarvalho1748]

I'm 26 and I often go out without a phone especially if I'm going to meet someone.

[@ibizawavey8630]

@@joanavicente5493 People get mad at me for responding to them days after lol i tell them, i'm not glued to this thing

[@ibizawavey8630]

@@larissacarvalho1748 That's impressive for someone your age.

[@coolbreeze5683]

Same with me. I still write all of the phone numbers and contact info of friends in an actual notebook (with pen and paper!) just in case something happens to my phone. It's come in handy a few times. I also print out the pictures from my phone that I never want to lose.

[@irishqa.]

OMG I can totally relate to your story... July 2019 - I was in Madrid traveling solo but also staying at my friend's place. I had a great evening with a Canadian couple, we had awesome time until my phone got stolen at 11pm in Taco Bell - a guy came over to our table asking for money with a cardboard in his hands, but really he used that to stole my phone under it. It was literally 3 minutes after we realized that happened but the guy was already gone. It was a struggle to get back at my friend's place, but I managed it and next day filed a police report (which obv didn't help at all). I ended up staying for 2 weeks in Madrid, and flying back home without my phone. I didn't even have a watch, so not knowing what time it is independently was so challenging, as well as not having all other possibilities our phones provide us. Anyways, I was traumatized about this whole situation as I also lost over 50k of photos & videos (my backup was damaged). Yeah, The Universe really said to me "Let's start all fresh and test your resilience!"

[@aliweber3906]

I cant imagine what that must feel like, being in another country too...damn. I too got my phone robbed twice and its the worst feeling ever, and formatted my backup of 4 years accidentally, so I can somehow relate but you know, you sometimes just have to say, it is what it is :)

[@pasqualinamichelaconsiglio9391]

Curious, did you keep in contact with the Canadian couple?

[@Inkironnrum]

My oh my-you truly are a resilient soul. I hope everything has been mending back together for you.

[@marcoa.7280]

Nobody needs 50k photos honestly.

[@irishqa.]

@@marcoa.7280nobody asked you, honestly.

[@margaritadelcarmen_]

I think I listened to episode 2 at least 10 times because it made me feel at home and like I finally had friends that I related too for the desire of more!! And the fourth episode AH-MAZING !!

[@oliviaoxley]

I cannot wait for your podcast!!! ❤❤❤

[@barbaracourtens]

Really excited about your podcast! Been listening to the first episodes already! And omg! Is that Matt from Yes Theory?!?! 😃

[@trappart9209]

Nathaniel, you are such a good story teller. I lived through the story with you. Sorry for your lost phone, it sucks sooo much. But at least you have a reason to buy new one! Next time please make sure your items are in our sight 😊💛

[@luisguirola4634]

Bro! For real, I also had a little situationship with a girl that end up not like I wanted to, but I learn a lot from the experience. So I have this experience on my pocket now. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@BeingIntegrated]

Oh man last week my Airbnb was broken into and my laptop and backup iPhone was stolen (along with my toiletries bag lol). I was actually also out with a girl. At least all my important stuff was backed up on the cloud. Hyped for the podcast!

[@rasmuskarlman]

Great video! I'm excited for the podcast brother!

[@francesrobinson1335]

Nathaniel, what an awful story! First, I thought that your date set you up for the robbery. So happy that was not the case. So, what ended up happening, regarding your phone? What should one do? Happy that you're ok. Thanks for sharing.

[@rebeccar4312]

And what has you thinking she did not set him up??? No way that she was facing him, in direction of phone and not see the passerbys swoop down and pick up his phone! She played her part-a distracting decoy!

[@camillea7697]

Thanks for the honesty.

[@wilfsymes1098]

You are a wonderful storyteller

[@CheRhys]

That’s not your fault. I’m more concerned as to how she didn’t notice if she was facing that direction 🧐

[@user-er8vq3kx5n]

Gullible American doesn't realize it was planned

[@FernandoFajardoChannel]

Portugal is generally very safe! I'm sorry to hear this happened to you.

[@xavierdelarosa237]

The podcast is amazing!

[@Amba_Aradam]

The flipside of "being present in the moment", especially when it comes to big tourist centres :(

[@cmdvalle]

I went through something incredibly similar once - arriving at an Airbnb where I was going to stay at 2 in the morning and realizing the host forgot to include the apartment number in the description. I also tried yelling the host's name and ringing every single bell in the building but no one came down to help me 😂

[@sabinemetz]

Ok the storytelling but the SOUND DESIGN along with it!!! Really enjoying the crap out of your videos man!

[@carmencaro1726]

Este hombre es demasiado adorable. ERES DEMASIADO ADORABLE!!!!!! Una ternura.

[@miketrebert7788]

Love your videos. QUESTION: Please tell me what brand/style are your glasses? Cool glasses.

[@peterszilvasi752]

"In life either great things happen or you have a great stories." - Nathaniel's friend

[@maggiepetty1299]

What an insane night to have had! You handled it pretty well though. I would’ve panicked and likely just sat there without a phone for idk how long wondering what the heck I’m supposed to do next 😂 thank goodness for remembering how to get back to your friends place. I was waiting for you to say you were at the wrong building 😅

[@gabibibi2001]

As the greatest Ariano Suassuna, Brazilian writer, once said "tudo o que é ruim de passar, é bom de contar"

[@ahutton49]

Thems the breaks sometimes baby. Glad you were alright. Hell of a story to tell your grandchildren.

[@poli7997]

for some reason, based on the title i thought that your date robbed you, that would've been ever a "better" story, damn 😭 also i cant wait to watch your podcast episode with Alex Hillkurtz!!! i hope you're having a great day, i love watching your videos as always 💞

[@ElyasTech]

There you go, Lol. Wonderful bro!! your talented person!

[@joeblow812]

I just got home from two weeks in Lisbon. My phone was my lifeline for everything especially communication with the friends I was staying with. I cannot imagine what you went through. I’d’ve been a complete mess! At least you’ve got a great story 👍🏼

[@kathleenkaleookalanismith8724]

Nathaniel, you’re adorable and I’m so sorry this happened. ❤❤❤

[@1979France]

Is it bad that I was laughing the whole time 😂? This was indeed a great story, and no, it was definitely not your fault!

[@valeriekporye]

I love your videos! I was listening to Maria Gadu's 'Amor de indio' and it reminded me of you and the sentiment of videos❤️❤️

[@fernandais]

omg i got tense as soon as the jazzy whiplash music begun 😅

[@janebaker966]

Brilliant TELLING of this story! Poor Nathan,you went from dreamboat to dork in seconds! I'm laughing because you told it so well. But you NEVER hear,see,or feel their presence. I dont know how they do it. Whether you're picnicking by your car at Dunkery Beacon with the boot open,drinking in a bar with your backpack right by your feet,or just on a crowded metro so you push your bag under the seat slightly so people won't trip over it. They take it,that one thing,they surgically removed it,and you never felt a thing. It happens. Good luck with yr ideas but I think you were born with that!

[@sonia_kr]

This genuinely sucks when your phone is your camera, storage, diary, reminders list and all - i hope it was backed up and if so hooray! I had my phone stolen from me in a nightclub bathroom and i was distraught and embarassed, i know how you feel and it will become a thing of the past before you know it! love from london :)

[@stefandesu]

I'm so glad that I've never gotten anything stolen while traveling. That sounds like a nightmare. Although I'm definitely prepared by having a backup phone hidden in my backpack.

[@anthonywilliams9415]

📠

[@natalieklima279]

"I don't know if that's cringy, that's just kinda how I operate" ....this is SO real! haha

[@myrnaedmisten599]

Yep. Great stories are the best!

[@kflecha1]

Omg I was sweating when he said that he lost his phone 📱 my worst nightmare ever 😆

[@therealIbrakamara]

Lost in the moment could also be another way to name this video Nathaniel xD! but yeah it's like what your friend said in life it could be great things happening or great stories, i kinda feel jelous because i would like to have more to tell but i'm still far from getting out my comfort zone.🙃

[@LifeIsBoujee]

Dude you’re beard it’s so good!

[@roofcats]

i love the mustacheee !!

[@johnl6371]

I think most everyone has some story like this...total panic at the time, but then later you can laugh about it. Live and learn!

[@okoiful]

I dont understand how some podcasters dont record it on video... good move.

[@chuckmurray1825]

Wow! I always thought the worst possible date would be going out for lobster and coming home with crabs. This sounds even more horrifying! Glad you are okay and recovered from that experience. I loved Portugal and the culture there is not one where you would expect a lot of crime. I guess every basket can have a few bad apples.

[@fernandoroberts3591]

In 2019 a bike got robbed off me while it was locked up in my old school's bike shed. Getting robbed is awful and It's sad to hear that you experienced that

[@bandplay1823]

On the subject of men being criticised for not listening to women, I think you should reconsider the clips you chose here to promote the podcast! Carla Morrison barely gets a word in during her clip, but Alex Hillkurtz is shown talking at length his…

[@thantzinoo938]

great story tho!

[@fabioladuarte9839]

Hi, I'm Brazilian too. That story was really fun, specially when you told about the Brazilian guy. Haha. Hey could we meet up in France when I travel there? Looking forward to say "Hey, cara. Você é Nathaniel?" hahah

[@joanavicente5493]

Pensei a mesma coisa, eu encontrando ele e falando: Hey, cara... rsrsrs

[@lukebaldwin3335]

Just glad you are safe

[@MarissatheXplorer]

What a story!

[@dianar9165]

Love the story sorry it happened to u still ur amazing

[@xavierdelarosa237]

Can’t believe you got Carla Morrison on your podcast!

[@MichaelMoscoso]

Haven’t watched yet, but my guess is that your heart was stolen… hope I’m not wrong lol

[@MichaelMoscoso]

Follow up: damn bro sorry that happened to you

[@gabrielniklasschildt5612]

@@MichaelMoscoso aged like milk, lmao

[@hadi_177re]

I got robbed as well and my phome was stolen in a public bus the day I knew that my brother has cancer. I was so davestated and disconnected with the world. I was not being attention that I left my phone in my bag and it can easily be stolen. I felt stupid, how did I not pay attention to this. I started blaming myself for making my life even worse than it is already. Then I remembered than it's not me who should feel ashamed or blamed, it's the one who steals from people the same day they got really bad news. I was completely distracted and sad, and someone saw this and took advantage of my vulnerability and disconnection with my surroundings and stole my phone. You're not the who's wrong Nathaniel, the one who's wrong is the monster who took a precious thing from you while you're paying attention to something else.

[@jhonnyalext.k8397]

HAHAHAHAHAHA I LOVED THE REFERENCE

[@DeniseDesarden]

Sorry this happened but fun story to hear! 😄

[@HANNAH19958]

Don't feel bad, I lived in Lisbon on an exchange program for a semester and so many people I met were rubbed a lot of time there, at least 5 stories of friends whose phones were rubbed and the police weren't helping. Locals advised me to always lock my locker and keep an eye on my belongings because there are frequent robberies. I hope you learned something from the experience🙂

[@simongamez]

Wait! You got Matt from Yes Theory on your podcast?! Can't wait to listen that episode, I miss him!

[@giovanapc1]

Sheesh, thank god you remembered how to get back to your friend's place! With my shitty memory I might've just slept on the streets until I could find a way to communicate with my friend the next day, LOL. And yes, us Brazilians are nice people. :)

[@margaritadelcarmen_]

Nah me too not cringing all my dates always tell me to stop looking at them so intently hahahahha - glad I’m not the only one 😅

[@TallerdeVitrales]

Me encantó esta anécdota! Que situación, por Dios!

[@JohnRogersWalks]

Can't believe you ditched the date with this wonderful woman Daniel! The phone was gone but she was still there

[@Ace_Of_Bace]

Bro where did you get your glasses? They look great on you!

[@beatrizneves304Youtube]

what a storyyy

[@mathedim]

Just to make you feel better. I was on a working trip to Paris, circa 2004. I woke up kinda early for my noonish flight back to Rio (yes, I’m a 62 yo Brazilian). 20 years ago, printed airplane tkts were still the norm. Well, since it was early, I decided to take the train to the airport, something I never do. Here I am, distracted, on a loaded RER, on my way to CDG. When I arrived at Roissy, I turned around to get my briefcase. I t was gone. Obviously, an indifferent attendant at the Air France desk told me I had to buy another tkt. I’ve been flying since I was 6 months old, my father was a diplomat. I told her that she was mistaken (an euphemism my superego imposed on me), she could charge me a tariff to reissue the tkt, but had to honor the fare. She begrudgingly and rudely told me I had to go the police station and register that I had been stolen. Surprisingly, the policeman were extremely helpful and mannered. Not something the French police force is known for. After the 45, maybe 50 minute hurdle, I’m back at the desk. The same indifferent attendant looked at the paper, at which point I ask for a copy of the document. She then tells me that she wouldn’t keep it, she just needed to confirm that I went to register that I had been robbed. I can’t express my indignation enough. I didn’t mouth out to her because I was late and didn’t want to delay my boarding. Both of us made the same stupid mistake. We put something of value away from our sight. For both of us it was a matter of distraction. Yours a much better one at that. I was just happy my work went well, I had met great people and learned a lot. You were infatuated by a cute girl. Beats the heck out of my experience.

[@konoha-no-kokyu]

Hiciste lo mejor que pudiste ajajaja, tan tierno. gracias por compartir tu gran historia🌻

[@conchokeegan]

planning a trip to lisben hopefully this summer, any suggestions of where to go

[@jamesstreeter5541]

It is interesting that your date is sitting to your right and more or less facing towards you and yet someone is able to walk up to your table, that close, and grab your phone and she misses it too.

[@rebeccar4312]

Yup, sounds like a total scam-she was in on it-distracting decoy!

[@berarre]

"Bernardo!"

[@amyrocks88ss]

I was in my first year of uni when at a party I met a guy I fell head over heels with. A couple weeks later over a weekend he spontaneously spends the evening with me at my place and in the morning I walk him to the train station as he needed to get home. I didn't need much so I took this long coat which had 2 large fronts outside pockets and I put my wallet in one of them. On the way back to my place after dropping him off, I took the tram back. I was deep in thought" in love" and daydreaming about our future ( I didn't know but it was the last time I saw him...ha) while daydreaming, I touch my wallet a couple times through the fabric to make sure it was still there. Eventually, when I exited the tram...my wallet was gone... I feel so foolish. I got it back a few weeks later but I had already cancelled all my credits card etc...

[@Cindy-by3ho]

Never leave your phone or wallet out in the open. Use a backpack, man purse or a travellers wallet belt that is strapped around the waist under your clothing.

[@simpleartofhealing286]

So glad your date didn't rob you! You were a victim. I'm surprise she wouldn't have seen it happen.

[@gioggioogiuggio]

It would have been such an epic story if your date had robbed you

[@Ashwin-zw5pu]

a year ago in albert einstein daily routien u mentioned about einstein's micronapping technique and will explore it in future vids and i am looking forward for the video regarding micronapping

[@Kyle-hn8qs]

I watched the first bit of one of your podcasts very interesting though I think it would be better if they were available on Apple on Spotify podcast

[@purpearlz]

such interesting story 😂

[@lynn_thinks]

I’m still puzzling how she didn’t see what happened …

[@esgee3829]

i got robbed of my phone too, but in arguably one of the worlds safest cities. like a place where shit you leave at a bus stop of a megapolis get either not touched or returned to you. had to throw money at the problem. thankfully didn't have passport stolen. that would have been much much worse.

[@johnetgar1217]

I'm sorry this happened! And it's sad to me that you had reservations about describing the connection and intimacy we sense when we make prolonged eye contact with someone. Sure, sometimes potential couples may not feel exactly the same way when they're having a moment like that, but when they do feel the same way, that isn't something to be ashamed of or something to feel ashamed about desiring or dreaming about. When you're in love or when you see a couple that's in love, that's a common indicator of their deeper connection. I imagine some thieves think their actions are innocuous, compared to other crimes. But, maybe if they had something stolen from them, they'd have a different opinion. Or maybe they became thieves because something was stolen from them and they got it into their heads that they should become a thief too? People go in different directions when something happens to them. And folks, we are way too reliant on our phones (am including myself of course). Drew was having a great time with someone new, complete with a picturesque evening in a beautiful city, and it's shattered by realizing his phone has been stolen. And that would have been all of our reactions. I would have lost. My. Mind, regardless of how wonderful of a time I was having. In reality, all I could do is wait until I got home, to cancel the service. And because so much of our information is on our phones, we'd have to contact our banks, reset all the passwords, warn others about what happened, etc.

[@meliavar]

My sister go pick-pocked in Lisbon. She had her wallet in her purse, and we walked and walked... we arrived to a café and when she reached for her wallet, it was gone. We back-tracked all our moves until the last time she knew she had her wallet. So yeah... she got pick-pocked while walking.

[@David-jh6kf]

feeling like an 8 year old who lost his lunchbox is somehow super funny