The Hmong Man with 2 Wives | Now in Lao

Meet the Hmong man with 2 Hmong wives... and we ask him how he got his 1st wife to agree.
The Hmong Man with 2 Wives | Now in Lao
We travel to a hillside village in Muang Fuang where many Hmong live and farm. There we are invited to lunch with a Hmong family and learn more about the Hmong culture and traditions.
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[@niamtou2577]

Good morning neenee and brother, my name shao vang from st.paul.mn 🇺🇸. I appreciated your trip to my family in ban pha sang. Vientiane, laos. Thanks your kindness for bringing clothes to the children. Thanks again. Shao vang from USA.

[@NowinLao]

Actually, I would like to thank you Shao Vang for getting in contact with us and guiding us to this family. We had a wonderful time there, and the scenery.. absolutely stunning! Ping was very shy so couldn't get him to say much.. sorry 😉 Beautiful friendly people, thank you. Take care 🙏

[@neeneelaolife7131]

@@NowinLao Mr Pheng mate 😆

[@mtnmandeluxe5429]

@@neeneelaolife7131 check mate! 🤣😂😝

[@NowinLao]

@@mtnmandeluxe5429 don't you start mate! 😝

[@LAOBASS]

Canada is only about 2 hours north from st. paul mn

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Todd, your skills as a videographer continues to amaze. The landscapes, The People, The markets. All so good. The Hmong People have endured. Your efforts to connect with them is so precious. Don't ever stop. Well Done Mate ! Be Well! Stay Healthy ! 🙏🙏 Jim and Harriet. Richmond, Va.

[@OffGridBliss]

Great video and spectacular drone footage! Laos is so beautiful. 😊

[@gordo191]

Mate its Bathurst this weekend and we have the same amount of rain you are having , We are in for a few good bingles I reckon , That was a great video one of your best , two wives no thanks it took me 35 years to get rid of one haaa

[@NowinLao]

Hahaha can always count on you Gordo for a laugh 👍 Yes.. Bathurst will be very interesting this year 😁

[@bobm1353]

Why can't the rest of the world get along like that family does .. amazing

[@Fredroc57]

What a wonderful world it would be...

[@kateg1137]

You can bet they have some barney's like everyone else especially with 12 kids 😁

[@NowinLao]

@@kateg1137 hmmm.. imagine two wives on ya case 😏😝

[@timwynn6079]

@@kateg1137 imagine feeding 12 upbringings and paying for college tuition fees in North America. I need Elon Musk level of wealth for that LOL

[@Day.Of.The.GroundBreaker]

@@timwynn6079 If everyone pitches in as a real family should -- then excessive millionaire wealth isn't necessary, would be more helpful but certainly not necessary. As he said in the video while talking to the polygynous husband -- having a well rounded *solid* house and being responsible to take care of wives is a must. Polygyny is a lot more common than you would think, even in the west, it is just not publicly seen, I should know all of my wives agreed to it, some even without me asking. Notice I mentioned *'wives',* not baby mamas or girlfriends. One of my wives lives in Savannakhet and she also reminisced about her father who would talk to her about days of old and having large families.

[@nhemekeovorabouth3420]

Amazing first wife how lucky is that Hmong man👍

[@lisiusabok4534]

Beautiful Riverside resort with tasty breakfast. A heartly talk of two wives. That is cool man.

[@STR123able]

Impressive episode! .... And two wives and 12 children!

[@NowinLao]

Impressive man 😁

[@Macjohn1419]

Absolutely brilliant video, as always, mate. The photo of NeeNee looking out of the window is priceless. Stay safe and healthy always. Thanks again for sharing.

[@nesmith777]

I love the work that you do Todd. Most of these families live in isolated areas so there is no one who can go see them and help them out with bare necessities.

[@NowinLao]

Thanks for the support Ne 🙏

[@PM-oe5mk]

Seeing your question on the plain bowl of water, the answer is this: In a traditional Hmong meal there's always a bowl of plain boiled vegetable (winter squash, beans, peas, etc...) served with the water it was boiled in. This is used as a palate cleanser as you eat. You and NeeNee only got plain water because they probably didn't have anything readily available to boil for this palate cleanser dish. Even Hmong people here in the U.S. still serve this plain dish at the table, but they serve it in each individual's cup/glass.

[@lancechanthirath2348]

Rice and water hmong traditional food

[@carolrampling862]

Beautiful video start to finish. Thanks Todd and Neenee 🙂

[@teoschatz8430]

🤗🙏! Sweet situation, and they’re happy. Beautiful song at the end. Thank you. Have a great weekend.

[@spirittaos]

Another great video with cultural insights. Love the black and white pictures at the end. Thank you.

[@juans3728]

Neenee ia just as beautiful when she wakes up in the morning.🥰🥰🥰

[@altonwilliams7117]

Awesome! The drone footage is spectacular too! 🇱🇦

[@chrissonnenschein6634]

An epic video Todd & Neenee! Not even any particular thing I can point my finger to!? If nothing else, simply stunning scenery.... Cheers❣️

[@NowinLao]

Cheers mate, thanks you 👍

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

Stunning Drone footage ... a good job , see you at the Academy Awards !!

[@hmooblauj9527]

Another great video...thank you for always giving

[@scottbaker9007]

Another great video guys, what pretty landscape , those black and white photos are just the best images, thanks for sharing, cheers from Australia.

[@NowinLao]

Thanks Scotty 😁👍

[@Jordy120]

Hey Todd and Neenee. I agree about the rain. I love rainy days, unless I'm on the Suzuki. Nice to see the B&W stills again Todd.

[@2justbeme666]

Thank You ! To you and Nee Nee. I am coming to Lao in 3 months. Luang Prabang, Nam Bak (visiting GF family a little bit North of there) and Vientiane. So, whilst I have been subscribed and watching you for maybe 18 months it is very special now! I have visited Hmong and Zhao people in Vietnam several times - and these people in this area seem quite affluent in relative terms to what I have experienced? Keep up the great content !

[@stevedobson7837]

A beautiful and simple life. They are the lucky ones.

[@MrJohnnyb853]

Wow, fantastic video.. I loved the kind geature of giving the clothes to the family. You can see that they are a much loved family..

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

the B/W Snaps at the end with the music sets your video off on a good note compared to others ... another TOP job mate keep it up

[@ersatzethan5370]

Beautiful chaos, brother...haha....loved it! Love them!

[@niamtou2577]

Thanks brother Todd and nee nee,followed you everywhere.

[@prescottosegie]

Good video keep up the good content 😎💪🏾

[@johnfitzpatrick5627]

Well Done Guys. You Brighton up that Beautiful Family.

[@ftkinsella]

Wow! You don't find many understanding women like that around. He's a very lucky man. Cheers mate!!!

[@NowinLao]

No. You certainly don't mate. Hope ya doing well mate 🙏

[@Yvonmoua]

Wow... this village is beautiful view to the mountain side huh!

[@peternorth5176]

@6:13 Wow, The drone footage here is just breath taking! I need to visit my country one day. Laos is just beautiful!

[@NowinLao]

Yes you do Peter. Be warned.. it'll be very hard to leave once you're here 😉

[@peternorth5176]

@@NowinLao Haha Fo shoo!! The music goes perfect with the drone footage too. Trancy music i like 😄

[@saigongriffin]

Another great video!

[@cottontop7253]

Sometimes you answer questions I didn't know I had. Or maybe ones I never knew who to ask. Very well done. Your B+W photos still move me each time... Thanks

[@NowinLao]

Haha well that's a good thing.. right? 😉 Cheers mate, much appreciated 😁

[@bryanjohnson7193]

Hello I liked the video found it very interesting and the black and white photos 👍

[@michaelmorgan3415]

Great outro Todd! I really love the photo montages set to music. The first family on the tractor vehicle is National Geographic material a great shot. Nene is a gem, although I'm not sure if she'd be keen on the mia noi situation, she wondered why you were asking so many questions about it........ lol

[@NowinLao]

Thanks Michael. Lol.. in my defense, I was only asking questions I knew you guys would want answers to 😉😝 Nah, she's all good mate. Neenee's a gem 👌

[@antruok4950]

Another interesting and informative video - happy people - living simply - Thanks T 👌🙏

[@andyfisher7772]

Wow man, your photography skills are fantastic, you’ve got quite a talent. Mee Mee is very beautiful, the camera sure likes her.

[@user-hm5rs7wn5v]

What a beautiful people and country! I have several Hmong friends here in California!

[@lyradm1]

the story just keeps getting better and better.

[@scotbownes5627]

Wow - the stills at the end are great 👍

[@dyaaong6030]

Wow the town was beyond beautiful!

[@harryv6752]

Awesome; As a Hmong American born in the US in the late 70s and who's never been to my parents homeland to visit, it's a welcome sight to see. Would love to visit someday. Good stuff there. Respect! And subscribed. ✌️

[@NowinLao]

Thanks Harry 😁👍

[@sherylgergen6672]

What a lovely family! Double the fun with so many precious children! Gorgeous footage of the karst, villages and love the black and white photography! Gallery worthy👍

[@davepb5798]

Really enjoyed this one.

[@NowinLao]

Thanks Dave 👍

[@nengmoua9935]

Very noble of you may God Bless you and live long Prosper.

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

can't beat the rain over there , top looking spot that 3 rivers

[@lymaytongpao2786]

Good on you Todd we like your film

[@Disgruntled_Ex-Hippy]

Very touching story. Good job.

[@owensharp7575]

the black and white photos end the show with a smile thank you

[@rfpeace]

I remember when I was around their age and I used to get mad if I got cloths for Christmas or my birthday, I wanted toys Only! These kids are truly happy and grateful just to get a new shirt! Thanks for sharing cheers! ron:)

[@gabreiellawissell7310]

1 of your best videos i love it thanks Mate

[@NowinLao]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you

[@nicoletorel8818]

Hello TODD and NEYNEY,What a beautiful video that reveals to us what life is, and that makes us stop complaining about our fate, we.....poor Westerners.💕

[@TubTechGuru]

Howdy from the US. A long time subscriber and been enjoying all your videos. Beautiful drone shots! Keep those drone shots coming!👍

[@NowinLao]

Thank you! If you like drone shots.. hang around for Sundays video ( hmm Sat night for you guys 😉) You'll love it! 😋👍

[@TubTechGuru]

@@NowinLao Thanks! Can’t wait! Wishful list: If possible, can you post some 4K videos (both drone & regular videos)? I would love to see all those beautiful places in 4K.

[@Hangover-ry9bo]

This was a wonderful story😀😀

[@Fredroc57]

Not much for me to say that has not already been said about this one. The B&W photos with the music are something I do enjoy. I'm thinking those kids should be introduced to the game of cornhole or some horseshoes that'll keep'em busy for hours on end. A beautiful family.👍🙏

[@mckoylach1622]

It’s such a beautiful sceneries

[@zakirhussainabbasi7072]

Nature Beauty So Beautiful

[@XiongShena123]

I am following your channel now

[@NowinLao]

Thank you Vichan. Video 3 times a week 🤔

[@markforrester1888]

What beautiful country. It reminds me of monument valley in the USA before it was a desert.

[@niamtou2577]

Hi nee nee and brother, peng is always polite and very nice. He doesn't talk much with me most of the time we talk about education and business but I did all the talking. So don't worry if he doesn't talked. Thanks.shao vang st.paul.mn 🇺🇸.

[@scotbownes5627]

I love the mountain villages 👍🙂

[@zakirhussainabbasi7072]

Thank You so much for very informative video 👍 Watching from Islamabad Pakistan

[@NowinLao]

Hi 👋 Hope you're well there 👍 Thanks for commenting

[@guillermomontoyo]

Todd, I always love taking my breafasses near the river when backpacking in Laos.

[@sifounsoumetho9815]

Beautiful place.

[@paularussell7798]

Wow it's great what you did for the family. We are Australian Retired in Thailand but you make Laos look very attractive. Keep up the great video 🙂

[@NowinLao]

Hey Paula.. 👋 Thank you from across the creek 😁

[@user-tk7yy6jl4p]

@@NowinLao That was not long ago the mighty Mekong river...

[@AgatNative]

Btw I started watching you in KZbin today on my husband’s Firestick acct! You have educational vids to share to learn about a different culture!

[@NowinLao]

Thanks Arleen 😋

[@PovYaj66]

I really enjoy your video. You have the best life. That's my goal, to retire, travel and enjoy life to the fullest. I would love to visit Laos, we left Laos in 1976.

[@tonysamsenthaikhambaoxaych8507]

Nice video and great job on covering this topic as the east is opening up more and more and western society is getting more exposure to the east than ever before. Polygamy is still pretty common in asia especially in the rural areas where material and resources depends on everybody thriving and working together collectively just to get by 🙏🙏🙏

[@anthonymctigue9038]

YA LOVELY GOOD NATURED PEOPLE JOY PEACE AND LONG LONG LONG LIFE .FROM ME IN WEST OF IRELAND

[@yeocm5912]

😍😍😍 2 wives 👍👍👍

[@kateg1137]

Beautiful stills at the end ❤

[@vincemoore3970]

Glad you two ate at Hmong house

[@jonboybilly]

28:55 Todd, they are acknowledging your “Hello” greeting by giving an expression that is similar to “yes”.

[@user-fw1pt9ru5i]

Interesting story . Kenno

[@sarahwatson4760]

Wish I could go there one day.

[@jonnybnice]

This is so interesting. Thank you for taking us around and learn about how different lao people/ tribes think. How they see the world and how they live their lifes. It is my biggest dream now (since my wife is from Savannakhet) is to retire in Laos in the future. But until then, I have you to teach me about their cultures, wich I find extremely fascinating. Love your channel :)

[@NowinLao]

I have no doubts you'll enjoy it as much as I do when your time comes. Glad you're enjoying the videos and getting something from them. Thanks for watching and commenting. Take care

[@kickazz2730]

It's typical for some Hmong men to have 2 or more wives especially the older generation. Nowadays having one is a headache, imagine 2 or more wives. It was part of the culture.

[@marieliautaud1467]

I would love having 2 husbands 😍

[@Emperor_1971]

@@marieliautaud1467 I can be one of yours 😉

[@kalords5967]

@@marieliautaud1467 I don't mind allowing my wife to have multiple husbands. I'd to stay home all day and have my wife and her other husbands go out to work and pay the bills.

[@tswvxyastswvyeej5510]

Hmong people choose to live in the highest mountains because they can have clean water, stay cool, and avoid the flood. Hmong drinks water straight from the stream, no boil no filter.

[@vangmoua8082]

Todd, I truly enjoy watching your videos even if it's something simple. Thanks for sharing your adventures and especially helping out the Hmong community there in Laos. I plan to do what you're doing in Laos when the time is right, but keep up the good work. It's very common for Hmong men to marry 2 or more wives as long as they can afford to. A lot of men do it because they can whether they can afford to or not. Hmong women traditionally don't have a say and it's been a practice for centuries. Even the Hmong men in the US today still marry multiple wives. Of course that's double trouble, but if they can manage it, it still happens. You mentioned that you often get the response "Aw" when you said Nyob Zoo (Hello) to Hmong people. "Aw" just means "OK". Just an acknowledgement.

[@davidmuas4614]

hmong men love women alot they like spend time with there wives every day

[@brianpoffley1771]

You ask the question that intrigues us all. I'm told I need to be able to provide a second house to begin with.

[@cscm5563]

Todd, you need to ask NeeNee if you could marry another wife.

[@lyradm1]

Such a different philosophy of life and they are all happy. That's all that matters.

[@TheHmongcgi]

You should visit the Hmong massacre bridge.

[@NowinLao]

Haven't heard of it.. where abouts is it?

[@juans3728]

Todd her T-shirt said free the bears, by your eyes you were thinking of freeing her bareness.🤣🤣😂😂

[@Midwest..]

Lucky man 🤗

[@pookeyhutchison7838]

Well Todd ol mate you have exceeded yourself once again. A bloody good insight into Lao daily life and the scenery is freaking amazing. The other joint you stayed at was my first point of call but again you have changed my mind mate. What a bloody good setup. And ol mate with the two big girls well what a bull he is throwing 6 boys and 6 six girls. I take my hat off to him.

[@NowinLao]

Yeah I know ay.. bloody good strike rate with 6 of each 👌 Absolutely stunning area mate, you won't go wrong no matter where you choose 👌😁

[@pookeyhutchison7838]

@@NowinLao Well ol mate is top notch quality bull.

[@35Ryma]

Successful or not, if a hmong man decides to and can afford, he will marry more then 1 to help farm and raise each others kids. But of course..it's just back there and commonly countryside folks. In the older generations it was even more normal. My great grandfather had 3 wives, great -uncle 2 wives and grandfather had 2 wives. The chained stop after that because my dad's family converted to Christianity by the late 1950s into 1960s. And yes, there were issues as kids got older but it is what it is. Family start to live apart. I asked my grandma (now deceased) how she felt when my grandpa married a new wife, she responded that she was ok cus she needed someone to help with her 7 kids. 🤯 I'm sure half related to me somehow with so many offsprings..the hmong folks in my clan. Lol. I made sure my husband wasn't related to me somehow by any relation. Lol. And likely, my kids won't be marrying within the race since their 2nd generation American kids that cant even speak the language. Ive tried. Lol. But we dont live near a big population.🤷🏻‍♀️

[@NowinLao]

Great insight. Thank you for taking the time and sharing that 🙏

[@neilgonzalez551]

Lovely people and country. I would like to visit there some day. Question, is there a mosquitoe problem?

[@NowinLao]

I wouldn't say a problem.. no more than any other SEAsian country 👍

[@sscc587]

My brother had a friend whos dad has 7 wives.

[@DLIX2DCLI]

Men let's be honest. 2 or more women is better than one 😄😄

[@NowinLao]

Hahaha doubling the odds of getting a good cook 👌

[@kxthlist1500]

@@NowinLao now go tell Neenee that 😆

[@NowinLao]

@@kxthlist1500 Sshhh 🤫

[@Shoua608]

This resort, Three Rivers looks beautiful. Is this open to foreigners? We’ll be in Laos in January 2023. Would love to meet you two and see some of the places you’ve shown.

[@NowinLao]

Yes, sure it is 👌

[@zoahxiong9914]

Dominating Hmong Male but my Grandfather had 3 wives that he loves very much. Hes not here anymore and my 1st grandmother(My father's mother) isn't either. I have 2 grandmother's left. 1 has 8 kids and 1 can't have kids.

[@tomhorn6156]

the nr one dad. Respect

[@daoyang223]

It's nice to see a westerner take an interest in Hmong people. It's crazy how polygamy is so engrained into the Hmong culture and identity. I'm surprised you can handle the humidity. The dense jungles of Laos can be merciless. Nice video btw! I enjoyed it!

[@georgeoo2250]

May b u interested of Asia buddy.🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@wallyade5121]

Another great video. The kids in that village need a bat and ball or a tennis Raquet, just something they could all play with.

[@youalo1904]

He’s good man!

[@shaungooch1766]

Good video mate, it’s pretty uncomfortable when an elder joins you and isn’t quite into the vibe with good reason. Most people won’t understand that and mate your black and white’s at the end are definitely on point ❤