Life on Alaska's Most Remote Island (surreal experience) 🇺🇸

Far from the Alaskan mainland is a secluded island in the Bering Strait. Here the views span for an eternity, Russia is within sight, and the Siberian Yupik People are living a unique lifestyle removed from everyone. Come join me to see what this unknown sliver of America looks like on the ground.
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[@PeterSantenello]

👋Thanks for watching! Join our community HERE: bit.ly/3HC36EH

[@iwtbrandh7970]

Really great channel.

[@Alitawc1]

I hope all your dreams and wishes come true and the mainland except that there is a native land that needs help 18 years on a waiting this for a house and somehow you said the woman then the money had just got lost or been given to the wrong people of course you can't afford lawyers this is pretty disgusting it's awful oh dear 🙏🙏🙏🥺

[@freecarry]

Does the island have any legends like most native Americans??? Talk about the scouts.

[@americanhomeownerwithajob6940]

GD, Derek got a PS5?!

[@DerpMcDerp101]

Very few people get to experience the world like you do. You are a very lucky person.

[@ReZShot]

i moved back to my reservation from the inner cities after college because us as native people know what freedom really is. i can hunt, pick food be connected to the culture and live a good life around the people and land i know.

[@miadel5846]

And your people need you!!! Good choice!!!💗💗💗

[@StephenS-2024]

That's right.

[@aplacetobewithmythoughts7428]

And other races don’t know that?

[@miadel5846]

@@aplacetobewithmythoughts7428 not really, you think , the colonizing mindset is gone? It is not! It's the same rich white men that was in charge 200 years ago that's in charge today! With the same evil intent! And no people that do not have a connection with the land do not get it and they do not understand and they never will race is a man-made concept, there is no genetic difference enough in people to denote different races so that's not even real! It's not about race it's about connection and those that don't have it and don't get it just don't have it and don't get it and that's all there is to it

[@StephenS-2024]

@aplacetobewithmythoughts7428 uh,....relax. No need to be defensive. Yes, other " races" ( hated term) can hunt and garden, etc. Just because my nearest ancestors were mostly from Europe really doesn't mean anything. That said, tribalism is going backwards. We are all one tribe. One race. One. Won. Division creates conflict.

[@rca-in-glasgow6781]

You ask just the right questions. Very respectful. Very kind. Without your insightful questions it would just be another kind of meaningless documentary. You have brought something new to the scene. I really appreciate that.

[@PeterSantenello]

Thank you!

[@oralmaise9775]

​@@PeterSantenelloyou need to do a visit to Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@madfartman6186]

@@oralmaise9775Jamaican’me krazy

[@Stacey0909]

I whole-heartedly agree. 👍 Peter is an amazing soul! 💝🙏💞

[@erynn9968]

Have to disagree. It's normal when different parts of a country feel that different if the country is quite spread - or just mountainous! And in this case, it's normal for people to feel local rather than belonging to a country. But the questions he asks imply that it's a great wonder of the world and the US is unique in this lol. Thus they seem quite silly and cringy to me. It's not a discovery but common knowledge that Wyoming farmers feel different from New Yorkers; Amazon tribes don't feel Brazilian; Northern and Southern Italians are aliens to each other, and life in Tibet is not the same as in Shanghai. Same with every 2nd country of Africa where borders were made by colonisers, not cultures etc. He just exploits the illiterate bias that a country is something solid and homogenous.

[@ramdas363]

I feel like the mainstream media only ever shows the bad side of remote communities like depression, alcoholism, etc. Which exists elsewhere too. But they rarely shine a light on the cool aspects of living more traditionally and closer to nature. Thanks for providing viewers with a different perspective!

[@socomxx]

I love smaller towns and communities, especially in Kansas/lower midwest, or upper Michigan, same thing, everyone looks out for eachother, friendly, waves to eachother, etc..

[@willowmoon5063]

Agreed. Unfortunately media knows what sells to the few who want it. The rest of us live for content like this. Beautiful!

[@slapoutindixie7537]

“ I feel native” that’s all he needed to say … living that close to the land in such a harsh place you have to be native it’s in your blood… awesome people!!! 👍

[@ew2775]

That was truly an awesome quote, followed with a great reason

[@nvrsk2010]

he asko said, that was Russian land thou.

[@user-pr4vf2lp4k]

​@@nvrsk2010 He not wrong, America literally buys Alaska

[@marjoriebellringer3322]

As an Alaskan, I commend your respect and truthful video of our Native people.

[@yandenuts]

Yes, I'm no way native, ( actually Australian, 7th Generation from convict stock, he stole a pillow and got transported - not that that matters) tho' I am always dubious of these outsiders that come to a native country and make these KZbin videos. Peter seems a different, I feel his respect, his awe, which is rare. You take the whiteman out of this island, go back a couple hundred years, (like here in Australia) i can only imagine the way of life, the wonderful, beautiful way of life. Thanks Peter for opening my horizons.. What a wonderful world we do live in.

[@venomsymbiote7555]

As a fellow Native Alaskan he can come into my village and later tell all the lies he wants. Just pay me handsomely first😏😏🤣🤣

[@Rene-up1dl]

@@venomsymbiote7555 Rich whites & their trinkets have taught you GREED.

[@alisonhilll4317]

​@OVERwhelmed Oh i am sorry, do you live in Palestine or London ? if so just listen to Barbara Specter she'll explain everything to you.

[@cv507]

vvith i0v itz izzj xD

[@lindsaycromartyward3173]

This is my native home town!!! I’m SHOCKED TO SEE IT HERE! Thank you!

[@goddammitalana]

Thats serine awesome! I'm curious to know why you left & where to, if you don't mind?

[@jannywanny2201]

I was hoping Peter would ask-do they have polar bears?

[@ramdas363]

You think the villagers pranked him with the haunted house, knocking at the door at night from outside?

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

​@@ramdas363To Keep The Thieves LAND GRABBER Out Of The Lands 🙏

[@deborahleeedwards5510]

I have wanted to live in Alaska ( not in Fairbanks, no city life) for about four decades, my dreams have not come into reality, and now I’m way too old to be self sufficient in such extreme weather. Young people: whatever your dreams may be, DO IT, don’t wait for any reason, just DO IT, live while you still can. God bless one and all.

[@Stacey0909]

YES!!!! ☝️

[@CMoore8539]

Good advice!!❤

[@KellyP_]

Good advice, Deborah ❤

[@joycehalperin9562]

It seems that all at once I went from youthful to elderly so yes go for it while you can.

[@Kingtezy]

You could move with a young person who shares the same dream, don't give up!

[@ashconner2293]

I love how they work for each other's family before they get Married. That is an absolute bonding experience that would make others feel comfortable around each other. I think it's genius

[@JK360noscope]

Small town vibes for a Loooooong time and you get a tribe

[@lenorahummell1580]

Being born and raised in Alaska and then moving to the states. I like the way he said " you feel free here" explains Alaska perfectly. Always love going back home to Alaska to visit, it resets my soul and reminds me how insignificant the petty stuff of the states is. I'm really glad, that you respectfully put the culture of Alaska in these videos.

[@cornell833]

I agree alaska always home ♥️✨️

[@henrikfox8960]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you appreciate my efforts to respectfully represent the culture of Alaska in my videos. I know that Alaska is a special place, and I want to do my part to share that with the world. I agree with you that Alaska is a place where you can feel free. There's something about the vastness of the land and the remoteness of the communities that just makes you feel like you can be yourself. And I think that's why so many people who move to Alaska end up staying. I'm glad that you've been able to go back home to Alaska to visit. I know that it can be a bit of a culture shock to come back to the "lower 48" after living in Alaska, but I think it's important to stay connected to your roots. Thank you again for your feedback. I'm always looking for ways to improve my videos, and your comments are helpful.😎😮

[@johngacsi7000]

THANK. U. GREATLY. , FOR. SHOWING. US. LANDLUBBERS. - THE. OTHER. SIDE. OF. LIFE. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤💯👌👍👍👍😁 !!! .

[@Chvylvr69]

Same!

[@amycuaresma]

My Home Is Alaska, thank you for honoring our beautiful state and the Indigenous Yupik People ❤

[@SpiceyKy]

Thank you for coming from such an awesome heritage!

[@marlengood1972]

Hi Amy! 😊

[@amycuaresma]

Hello Marlen 👋

[@VikkiTG]

It looks like such a beautiful place I’ve always wanted to go there!

[@amycuaresma]

You are always welcomed

[@lindaartz3297]

Thank you Peter. I am an armchair traveler and your videos are the best. I hate the process of traveling and am getting too old now but you go to places I would love to visit if I could just get taken up from home and dropped down in new places. You are a perfect guest because of your easy way.

[@KaraNolting]

I live with a disability so traveling isn't a thing I get to enjoy much of and I love his videos for the same reason :)

[@user19374name]

I have chronic illnesses that also make traveling like this super difficult for me and so watching and being able to experience other cultures and places in this way is such a blessing

[@wannabe4668]

Love how you showed the life of just the people who live there. No government officials or council members. Just daily life

[@PKEDRM]

My husband participated in Operation Santa Clause and visited Savoonga on one of their trips several years ago. When he got home (we lived in Anchorage) he was full of stories about the people. He was so impressed! On one of the trips he made (I don't recall which village now) he was serving as the unpacker/organizer. They had brought in a cargo plane filled with Christmas: gifts, food, and much needed supplies. As he worked to cut open the boxes he heard laughing coming from various groups of the elders in the gym (they were setting up in the school's gym). He finally asked one of the elders why they were laughing at him. The man kindly explained that he was using a "woman's knife" and they thought it was quite entertaining. My white husband wore a sheathed ulu on his belt for easy access and was proudly using it to get the job done. He didn't know it was considered a woman's tool. They all had a good laugh together and the experience really endeared my husband to those people. It was one of his most talked about trips.

[@roxanneyellowhorsejarred1461]

Lol

[@crazycreewilliams]

do more on native american reservations, all over the US and Canada, theres so much to see and learn

[@donalonzo63]

+1

[@diane9247]

Great idea!

[@jsw7814]

great idea

[@larrymyers6327]

Not a reservation

[@jamesw5836]

Yes please do more reservations. We have made it a habit of driving through them on our trips to the western states and always leave impressed and saddened at the same time.

[@mskogly]

I grew up on the coast of Norway. I remember the first time I travelled inland for a long time without seeing the ocean. Took me a while to understand what was wrong, felt sort of like a pressure weighing on me. And I remember the joy of seeing the ocean again, walked straight down to the shore, stripped to my boxers and went straight in.

[@silmuffin86]

I grew up non a lake, nothing like the ocean (even though the Norwegian fjords reminded me a bit of lake Como, where I'm from, with the mountains right around the water), and I miss living near water so much! Water makes me happy, whether is a beach, a cliff, a small lake... Even a river is better than nothing

[@meganh7526]

I love hearing the guys say "This is our way of life." Simple six words I've heard said from many indigenous people across this land. And it makes sense given that the indigenous ways of life were criminalized, demonized, and nearly extinguished. It's a powerful thing to see folks fighting to keep their traditions alive and live off the land. Nature isn't something out there; it's our home, it's our mother. And yet so many of us are completely alienated from it and take it for granted. Thanks for sharing.

[@daverockefeller7486]

Is it me or was Peter way "happier" here, compared to most of his videos? You see him smiling in almost every shot.

[@casspuffy]

I agree, it was similar to how he vibed the entire time with the Amish too

[@jmontoya1677]

the restless spirits from the haunted clinic scared the happiness into him!!!!

[@russellwatson7637]

Been loving the adventures thru my home state Alaska. Great seeing the native people getting some recognition from the main world. Those villagers are beyond tough.

[@shable1436]

That life is free though, yes they are always busy, and I wonder what the average life span is there, it's good to see the elders just hanging around and not having to work, the young men doing all hunting and gathering, they don't need to be dependent on the mainland, but they also have nice things and new technology there which is cool, I noticed flat screens, smartphones, video games, and computers, so they are doing very well there, I wouldn't mind going there for awhile and staying

[@koshurkot3892]

White person calling Alaska his *Native* place Lol

[@michellepernula872]

@@shable1436 life span? Easy look it up. People in dark ages lived yo age 35 but its 65 now. Each circumstance is different according to DNA, drug addictions (alcohol and hard drugs), lifestyle, poverty levels, if access to medical facilities, diet, nutrition, stress, married or unmarried...many factors. The islands are supposed to be dry.

[@michellepernula872]

@@shable1436 They do work. They have to hunt to feed families and borough, you apparently have never processed one halibut or 1 bear, canned, smoked the meats, had to collect wood for fire, tend to children, home duties, protection from home invasions like bear, beading, fixing all hunting tools, traps, carvings, totems, making items for family, gifts and for resale in stores. Then there is education, and tribal pow wows...just because a handful stop to talk to a camera doesn't mean they do NOTHING. That is insensitive and a rude comment.

[@freshnorthwest6756]

pretty sad that dunleavy hates these free villages and the freedom in general that Alaskans have that live on islands all over the state. i live on an island in Alaska, dunleavy wants to shut down our way of life.

[@jasonwashburn6262]

Your content is probably the most important stuff on this platform. Showing Americans and the world what we are really like.

[@inupik23]

I'm pretty sure my grandma passed away in that room you mentioned in the video. There's an even older clinic close to the old school that we were scared of when I was a kid living out there. Lots of stories.

[@inupik23]

That trailer my cousin is living in was gifted to him and Audrey by our grandma. Derek is very good man.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

A shaman needs to cleanse the spirits. They're just dead people who don't know the way or that want to stay in this world. Tell them to go. I once lived in a house which was haunted. One night I had a dream where I pushed an old woman out the back door. Next day when I woke up the haunted feeling was gone. Yeah, and stayed gone.

[@rhondaharmon724]

I think we could all take a lesson from these people. Respect and help your neighbors. As always, absolutely fantastic series. What beautiful people I did not know existed.

[@tubester4567]

That kind of thing (helping your neighbors) happens in rural communities everywhere really, I dont think its anything new. or unique to them.

[@rhondaharmon724]

@@tubester4567 I grew up in rural Appalachia and we helped each other. Since I moved away, it seems that has died. It has turned into a dog-eat-dog society where it seems it is mainly us against each other.

[@michellepernula872]

We share our hunts with neighbors from N Mexico, Ohio, Texas, Utah, Idaho, WA, Ind, CA, Ore...and people shared with us. It's what people do. It's not unusual or exclusive to humans in certain areas. It's a human trait. Humans come forward un storms to help others, or mass murders too.

[@TL....]

@@rhondaharmon724 i have no problem in helping respectful neighbors - unfortunately i live next door to a recluse alcoholic that doesn't do anything around his house and when he is on his porch he curses at everyone and always has something smart to say

[@rhondaharmon724]

@@TL.... I’d move.

[@jamesbender1967]

This woman is so genuine and down to earth. I pray that she gets everything that she desires out of this life. 🙏🏻❤️

[@ryanbon2414]

56 miles one way in a small boat is crazy, and extremely terrifying.

[@samchunghoon1819]

Lived in Alaska in the early 70ʻs thru the 90ʻs. What an amazing experience in my life. Briefly spent time in a fishing community in the Aleutians. The native people were some of the most hospitable people I have ever met. Thank you for sharing your adventure.

[@nickbeam1403]

this is the best travel channel on youtube

[@OutboundShane]

And all he films with is just a Gopro. I'm big on seeing the world on KZbin, but when I want to watch the best about the US I always see whats on Peter's channel with the autoplay on. I have yet found a video I wanted to skip over.

[@vapues873]

Word.

[@hesrey6734]

Amen brother

[@prissypants2336]

Sure is

[@prissypants2336]

What tribe is this?

[@algernoncalydon3430]

One of the most interesting channels on KZbin.

[@nathanmogary84]

I'm from Missouri and travel for work. I've worked in the village of Gambell on the other side of St Laurence Island. Spent about 5 months total in 3 trips in the village. It's a rough way of life being so remote. Between the 2 villages they are some of the most talented carvers in AK. Helped them run salmon nets. It was an unforgettable experiences for sure.

[@barb7693]

Peter Santenello, you did a fantastic job showing us a piece of a world that is sane, pristine and beautiful. Very respectful and such a kind representation.

[@Sarah-yd8th]

I'm a Japanese living in the States for many years. I really appreciate how you seem to create no boundarries with literally anyone you're talking to based on races, etc. I am so glad to be able to see and hear what they have to share with you as natives in Alaska through your vlogs. Totally positive experiences so far on your channel ! I was caught with a vlog with the Japanese lowrider hanging with the Chicanos. Now I'm digging into other ones LOL

[@ashimov1970]

💯

[@anyone3128]

Peter does a good job at illustrating the various cultures of the U.S. There are multiple different realities within one country. It may also help foreigners better understand (1) why the multiple different cultures have trouble coexisting in America (2) the impact that history and modern day behaviors impact the success or failures of those cultures. The fact of the matter is some cultures within America need to make some internal changes in order to succeed. It's not always as simple as oppressed and oppressors which is the way politicians love to spin things for votes. With regard to Alaskan Natives, they seem to have their priorities in the right place and could serve as a role model for some other American cultures that have strayed down the wrong path.

[@garymilstead4199]

I was struck by how pleasant everyone’s manner of speaking was. I really liked the calm pace of their words. Their English is unusually clear and I couldn’t discern any accent. Living in the Deep South my entire life I’m used to our southern drawl. But sometimes I can’t understand what people are saying. Thanks for making this video.

[@uglybuyer1604]

Same. Seemed like a very happy island. Obviously everywhere has troubles but they are living their best life and I can clearly hear the content and happiness doing so.

[@MsTygame]

I was thinking the same thing. I’m a southerner as well.

[@MiturBinEsderty]

Yeah they are happy they get full welfare and subsidies. Who do you think pays for the fuel to run the generators we the taxpayers do. Everything is flown in to them and they get checks. Then they are allowed to poach any species and sell for a profit.

[@harrybond1485]

Really? You could not tell that they were native speakers?

[@chelsbreann]

I'm yupiq, inupiaq, and siberian yupiq. My grandma Grace and Uncle Tommy are from Gambell. First visit i ever had they had just caught a whale and were cutting off pieces and handing it out. I know I'm blessed to be part of something so special

[@StuMcClay]

My father was stationed at an Air Force Base there in the 1950’s and had fond memories of the natives. I’d seen old photos but this video brought it to life. Thanks for making this!

[@jessicabruce6844]

Native Virginian here. I am so sorry you had to see that part of us. We are not all that way. Thank you for sharing your way of life with us. ❤

[@engineking777]

Governor Youngkin is making it better fo sho.

[@bg9990]

Native North Carolinian here. I am white and get treated horribly by people of color. It goes both ways.

[@anitamowrer4730]

Congratulations... Once again your video series of Alaska has captured elements of American culture that few of us have ever been privileged to see. I have view all your series and just when I think I could not be more impressed... Along comes the next one... Keep going... If more Americans knew more about more Americans we might be able to be better Americans. Thank you.

[@bippy201]

That last sentence couldn’t be more true. And it’s good for the rest of the world to see that all Americans aren’t the same as the loud ones on social media.

[@GD-xc4wg]

♥️

[@steelvegas]

Moved to Alaska to raise our three boys. Its an amazing place to live. When you see and experience the vastness of Alaska, its awesone nature, and the Alaskan people most people fall in love with Alaska. Love your series looking at Alaskan culture. Thanks for that.

[@ashleybunkley1047]

My husband and I want to move to Alaska with our 2 kids.... any tips or advice???

[@steelvegas]

@@ashleybunkley1047 It is highly likely that would be a great move for your family. As for advice, what concerns you the most, or what are you most interested in knowing about moving to God's country?

[@ashleybunkley1047]

@steelvegas Not used to snow. Is there anything I need to prepare for or look out for?? Should we purchase firearms(for hunting) ahead of time for cheaper prices? and how are the schools?? Things of that nature.

[@michellewarmath7811]

Thank you again, Peter, for another captivating and respectful video, and thank you to the people of Savoonga for allowing you to show us a glimpse of their lives and culture.

[@cheriekreusel9453]

This is the first time that I feel the people just cracked the window for a view of their world. They did not open the window wide for Peter to see their lives. I respect that. I think they shared what they thought others could understand. Harsh living conditions are awarded with the peaceful existence the rest of us wish we had.

[@SpiceyKy]

I love ❤ how you put that!

[@sr.1972]

Well said…

[@michaels.2331]

Harsh conditions are not why they have a peaceful existence. It’s because they are all friendly and work together. There is a good book called Survival of the Friendliest. All of Peters videos provide evidence for their main thesis.

[@watitduful]

Exactly Michael. You get it.

[@CR-xr7xp]

You should seriously consider writing or journalism if you don't do them already, that comment spoke absolute facts

[@gregmacdonald3559]

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed watching Peter! Thank you and thanks to the kind people of St.Lawrence Island. Much ❤ , good health and happiness 🇨🇦❤️🙏🏻

[@mamouford9702]

May Allah shower His blessings on all of us. Frm Mauritius.

[@magdalenanelles1673]

I would love to stay for a few Month working.....sitting ..sharing...lovely thought..

[@sunnyal1]

Thanks Peter Santenello for making & sharing this lovely video of these wise, kind, soft spoken people. Subscribed to your channel. Listening to each & every one of them is a pleasure. If the world lived & thought the same way as them, there would be mutual respect for nature, fellow creatures & each other. The so called Native races are far advanced in their way of thinking than others 🙏🏻 My respect to them all the way from India 🇮🇳 🙏🏻💐

[@solarfinder]

Man, I love the cultures you highlight. It's something that has to be done and you are awesome at presenting the different populations. Thank You!

[@joedanner8684]

To those living up there; Fight for your lifestyle and your traditions. It is refreshing knowing you have those roots running through your village. Much Love.

[@jobrimar8291]

Absolutely wonderful. Such great people. Thanks for showing a part of the planet so few of us will ever see and for highlighting the lives of the Yupik.

[@da9elbP]

I am against killing of whales. But in an industrial sense, not when these guys do it. They do it with respect, and they also let nothing go to waste.

[@Psychicandthewriter]

I loved everything about this episode. The people seem so innocent and kindhearted such a joy to see that they can live there lives the way they want to. A sense of belonging to a community is what most of us long for and is sadly nonexistent these days. ❤

[@erynn9968]

The keyword is "seem" here. The problem of all traditional societies is that they are perfect as long as you obey. But if you're different, or want to get married in a different way, or do other things how you'd like it - you'd have a biiiiiig problem. That's why people developed complex societies - to have the right to be themselves - not because they are masochists. I understand it's easy to watch about different cultures and times and think how much better they are - but instead you should appreciate the self-expression freedom you have in that dreadful society when no one waves at you lol. I wouldn't swap my freedom for "good if obey" intentions.

[@ZeldaZorch205]

This is presented as "living a traditional way of life", but I see computers, electricity, countless ATVs, petroleum-based clothing, aluminum fishing boats made in Wisconsin, huge outboard motors, "soda", dubious use of a "harpoon" (for the camera?) and entitlement in the demand for housing. I also see that it is still vey hard work to get those halibut and I hope they get top dollar for them. Work is the key. In Canada, the natives who move to the city are in great jeopardy without their community of support and face the toxic presence of alcohol and drugs.(After the man mentioned bootlegging, there was no follow-up and the topic was hastily dropped that didn't fit the narrative.) These people seem much safer and able to function. Some very leading questions, but the people are so benevolent that they just told the truth. @@erynn9968

[@annhutcheson5770]

When SHTF, these folks will just smile and keep on truckin’. ❤️ Brilliant documentary. Loved every minute.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

They have to have fuel and oil to survive. Their are no trees there for wood to heat their homes.

[@one_up907]

@@beckyumphrey2626 a lot of us gather drift wood and pile it for the winter, and we do have sails for either skin boat or lund.

[@andrewmassey4351]

I was born and raised in SE Alaska, which is like a whole different world than up north. I’ve never been to Savoonga but in my youth I spent time in Nome and Kotzebue. I was very impressed by the kindness,openness, honesty and just raw courage of the native people in that part of Alaska. Hunting walrus and whale in a skin boat is an act of courage like no other. They just know that it has to be done, so they do it.

[@kellymurphy6642]

I lived in Kotzebue for a yr. What a great experience! Originally from SC and Penna

[@mastershredder8738]

Please show more native american wisdom and history. We can all learn so much from their spirit

[@Danielhinesmusic]

The way you present yourself to everyone is amazing. Props for crazy people skills man.

[@yourpapifosho962]

Hopefully everyone that watches your videos understand the hard work you do to make content for the world to see and understand why you do this. I appreciate your videos and hope you get million of views!!!

[@solidjohn6856]

That was a great Vidio I love watching your shows it gives hope that their are good people and laces out there Unfortunately there are people who think these people are just ignorant and need to be educated in modern ways but when you look close who’s the better off I believe the natives are but they can’t be controlled and some of the powers that be just can’t stand that they can survive and be happy and free theses are the last of living free American people They are so lucky in so many ways I hope they can be left alone to live free at least as free as they are

[@tuckerbugeater]

@@solidjohn6856 Another white man worshiping the the noble savage. Sorry western society took away your power. You should move to Montana like Ted Kaczynski.

[@juliecreaser878]

‘’ Unfortunately…..believe…these people need to be educated in modern ways ‘’. Oh how wrong they are. It’s the other way around. We could learn so much from them.

[@vincentblackshadow1581]

Imagine if everyone in the world were like these people. What an amazing planet that would be to live on.

[@7thson555]

❤

[@dissect123]

We would not have any of the conveniences that even these people take advantage of. Also whales and other fish would have been exctinct long ago. Pretty horrible outlook, good that most people are not like them because unlike other native's lifestyles, theirs is not self sustained.

[@RichardCranium321]

Like what? the old guys who hunted whales in a rowboat or the couple living off government checks whilst complaining the corrupt government in Washington DC is responsible for the poor education system and the corrupt local government is responsible for their lack of available housing?? no thanks

[@RichardCranium321]

@@dissect123 you mean their ancestors *weren't* stalking soda deliveries with their food stamp card?? I'm shocked!

[@chapternext3518]

Wow! Just amazing!! Spent quite a bit of time over the last couple days just binge watching your videos. I've learned so much from border crossing problems to this beautiful island and these wonderful people. Thank you for what you do!! Your videos are so real and unbiased. You've really accomplished something special here.

[@conniewojahn6445]

Thank you for taking us along. I'm really pleased that these native people have their own island where they can live in peace without much interference from non natives. I hope they live long and happy lives, and Good Wishes to the newly married couple.

[@aragos32727]

Is it weird to say that I envy these people? Their life seems so simple yet their sense of community and belonging is just amazing

[@DP12321]

You envy the big guy at 17:17 just because he has a PS5 😅

[@aragos32727]

@@DP12321 If I played games I'm sure I would.

[@mjb9176]

I love the sensitivity you have for others, especially their cultural differences and their beliefs. You don't shy away from subjects some might see as controversial. Your host explained it perfectly when speaking about their culture of whale hunting. They are still hunter-gatherers and they can teach the lower 48 so much about sustainable harvesting and providing for one's family. Love your content!

[@LaceyLace_]

👏👏👏 Well said. The whole village can survive a year on 1 whale. That's amazing. The lower 48 can learn a thing or two!

[@Pitagirl33]

Thank you for sharing about this culture that you don't know too much about. They are the epitome of what life is. Living off the land and sea and taking care and love for each other.

[@dmdavis4551]

Epic Adventure exploring this Native Land. I have so much respect for them. Thank you for sharing the documentary! You did a good job.

[@jolenecarney7514]

The personal touch in your comments speaks volumes about you Peter!!!!

[@jolenecarney7514]

This is a phenomenal series!!! Peter, do you think that this will be one of the most impactful social experiences of your career in journalism? It seems like a unique experience and that you are one of the few people to receive this opportunity!!!!!!!You are the best person for this endeavor in my opinion!

[@billroberts3864]

Peter, thank you for another wonderful vision of native people. Blessings to you.

[@mjstevens8494]

What a fantastic adventure! I love the Yupik people. They are so warm and welcoming. I truly appreciate and respect how they want to hang onto and pass on their culture and traditions. For those of us with no access to Saint Lawrence island it does seem like a totally different country. A beautiful far off land with dedicated people. Wonderful!

[@shable1436]

I really like your style Peter, ppl open up around you, that shows your character. I hope you said bye to that ghost when you left, you know they have ability to attach to someone they like, so saying bye protects you from them following you

[@longloismariam7767]

These people are the smartest ever ! Beautiful program, thanks Pete for your amazing job

[@4clover279]

I’m addicted to your videos. Thank you!!

[@odessaknows3783]

"I FEEL NATIVE" ❤ Best response ever! I am Passamaquoddy from Wabanaki Nation and from now on that's my response when asked! ✊🏽 I really enjoy Peter's videos. Especially going to My brother and sister tribes! I see that we all have the same humor, mannerisms and our spirits are alike. ❤ but I also enjoy seeing other communities and cultures. Peter can change the World's view on alot of issues just by making this content.

[@mycologymadeeasy5585]

Every episode In this Alaskan series has made me want to move there, awesome work

[@youngkhalifa8653]

"I feel Native" 💪😌🪶 Hell yeah Much love To The Alaskan Natives from The Navajo nation ✊⚫🟡🟠🔵

[@one_up907]

Aha ighamsiqaayughviikumangiinaghyaghhqaqsaqepun'nguq (I'm very thankful)

[@user-ir1lu1ei4n]

No ones native unless your from east Africa

[@one_up907]

@@user-ir1lu1ei4n i think that's like saying white people have no culture, and yes you guys called us Natives, Eskimos, Indians, Indigenous, Savages, Dogs, Something else, maybe pick one instead of all this politically correct bullshit the left pushes to get votes 🤣.

[@cgrun06]

In a short time I've become a huge fan of your wide-ranging and informative videos. Thanks for taking us to all these places. I've learned so much.

[@kristimckeon6967]

I've been binge watching your videos. What an amazing life you lead. Thank you for sharing it with us. I watch these with my kids so we can see all these parts of the world and kinds of people out there.

[@markmark2080]

Hello from Colorado, this 3 day visit was Awesome, I was impressed with the intelligence, attitudes and sense of humor of the people in this remote "spot" on the map. As a old life long "map junkie", I've looked at many a remote location and wondered what it would be like there...This was a real treat, and I extend my best wishes to all there, and their brothers across the water to the West.

[@annaphillion9269]

🌍🌎🌏

[@Michiganmtb]

Love your videos and the way you show people that we are all so similar. Traveling to other countries and locations is priceless for human growth. I always learn a ton from your videos !

[@Sean-fb7cy]

Very interesting and great to see traditional people holding on to their ways Kind regards from Ireland

[@chetmcdonald]

I really like this series you did on this Native Village. I went on a completely unplanned adventure in Alaska after an unsuccessful Caribou hunt on the Steese highway. At first, we were going to cry uncle and go home because the Bou didn't come our way and then we said.... "We aren't leaving empty handed". So, with the advice of several people in Fairbanks we headed out to a place called Minto Flats northeast of Fairbanks, about 102 miles from the arctic circle. There we rolled into Minto Village, and I have to tell you we never been to a Native Village in our lives. The village was very poor but being from Louisiana we said, we are southern representatives, and we have to show a good bit of southern hospitality and friendliness. The warmth and friendliness shown smashed any stereotype we had heard of about Native Folk. We made some friends and hunted with them. I learned more about hunting in 4 days than I did my entire life. We bagged 2 bears and shared a campfire with them. We also stayed in the Village lodge and the build style and the decor was almost the same as where you stayed. I was shocked to see all the missing people posters of mostly women. It seems to be a real problem there. We honestly made true friends with the Athabascan People of Minto Village. I was deeply humbled by the warmth, friendliness and the hospitality of the Native People of Alaska. So many days in my modern life I really envy their way of life and how close they are to each other. I am very jealous in a way, and I am not afraid to admit it. There are no better people on earth than native people.

[@jannoyloe7179]

@chetmcdonald I have watched many of Peter's blogs on indigenous people's in MANY places in the US (Hopi, Lakota, Cherokee, ect.) It's very sad that this IS happening to EVERY tribe on their lands. This has been happening for years now. I don't understand why NOTHING is being done! Or why the media is not reporting on it more... 😢

[@user-ls4vb6dq7z]

Thank you again, Peter for taking us on this amazing adventure. The kindness and sense of a community that takes care of each other is heartwarming. These are strong people with hearts of gold.

[@Rene-up1dl]

Real people living real lives . Very little room for lies and greed in their culture. What you see is what you get.

[@cavscout62]

What an Awesome place to live, oh to be young again!

[@cybrpypr]

I really love the videos you have made from your special time on St. Lawrence Island and in Savoonga and the native Yupik friendly people you have introduced us to. Thanks so much Peter. Great job on the video.

[@virginiajorgensen8614]

Thank you to the people of This island for sharing their lives with us.

[@BucksMom218]

Omg I loved this…so fascinating and I have the utmost respect for how difficult yet basic and uncomplicated most of their lives are…I too have been trying to focus on the basics and it allows the joy back in too…😏 thank you for this…❤️🥾🥾

[@SLR33406]

One word: INCREDIBLE!! Thank you Peter, for your sharing of the Yupik natives. What wonderful people, whom I’d never have known of, until your excellent coverage of this most beautiful and harsh environment in which to live!❤

[@TheyWhomTheGodsDetest]

What an awesome way to live. Absolutely profound and humbling.

[@VisitaInteriora]

I love to see regular KZbinrs making their own documenteries about other cultures, It's so much closer to reality than what rmainstream media portrays. Much easier to relate to. Thanks very much.

[@briceni6136]

We've lost the community living that gives these lovely people a sense of well being, purpose and self worth. As they used to say 'it takes a village to raise a child'.. In contrast many of us in 'modern society' don't even know our neighbours name. We're suspicious of everyone and our children are raised by TV and the internet and become disillusioned by unattainable aspirations.

[@jmontoya1677]

just watched the full video, man I felt like we needed to stand and applaud when it was over...well done!!!!!

[@lilolgreyhairdlady4093]

And I can't stop crying - the beauty of the land, the beauty of the people's nature, the harshness of the environment, the people's dedication to each other!

[@ROSSIGRL584]

Such sweethearts. From the babies to the eldest.

[@screamingviolet]

Your videos from Alaska made me so happy. I miss living up there everyday. The various native cultures up there are so amazing. I miss the special connection of community and culture that is up in Alaska.

[@levitesinalaska6748]

I love that you’re sharing Alaska with us! I’ve lived here for the past 20 years and all of this is all new to me! 🥰

[@jackhackett80]

Lmao they put you up in a haunted house didn't expect that comedy! Thanks for another Sunday video! This Alaska series has been incredible!

[@dereknicolas7635]

This guy asks such great questions and is so incredibly accepting. He needs to be on the news interviewing man.

[@Galvaxatron]

He needs to keep doing exactly this. News networks would mean many industry busy bodies getting in the way of his vision. The simplistic purity of Peter's work is what makes it so special.

[@divinereflections5657]

Lived in Alaska many years ago and I wish I had stayed💯...I was military..and fishing, fresh air, hiking, mountains is just such a FREE way of living..and I'm an African American woman

[@lordmordor4805]

Got here super early for once, but just have to say Peter, your videos are one of the bright spots of my week. Visiting all these places, some of which i only had the most vague concepts of, meeting the people, seeing the culture and way of life. I hope to be able to truly travel the world one day, but until then your travels take me there

[@blueonblack3971]

Absolutely fascinating, I envy your walks in life. Thank you for allowing us to see this from your point of view.

[@crazycatlady68]

Your comment about the Shining..the little girl on the tricycle..its a little boy on a Big Wheel. That being said I really loved this video..what a beautiful community still holding true to their customs and way of life. A new subscriber for sure.

[@robinanna5531]

There's such a huge difference between commercial whaling and small indigenous communities taking what they need from the ocean without damaging the ecosystem.

[@coonhoundqueen9216]

I have enjoyed this Alaska series the most ....great closing statements. Respect was the word that I share for these people. Incredible insight. Thank you for sharing

[@Solo-vm8pd]

Alaska seems like such a peaceful & magical place. I’d love to visit one day

[@z.norton3326]

Peter....I so appreciate what you do. I get to meet and see so many different people and lifestyles and it is so interesting....thank you so much!

[@StephenS-2024]

Beautiful folks. Would be a pleasure to live and work among them.

[@jayspot4]

Warm and friendly people- thank you Peter for showing us a simple way of living. We can learn so much from the way they conduct themselves and how they respect nature and land.

[@goooch888]

Tough and harsh conditions but still better than being another stressful chaotic society. Great video Peter, thank you.

[@slimpickins9124]

Another well done interview of an Indigenous population. Thanks, it was fascinating as usual.

[@michaelspoonmore8427]

Thank you for showing the world about the native American culture

[@coolshariq]

They're Native and native culture NOT American they're more connected to Russia.