The Isle of Eigg

Just off Scotland, a tiny island with one main road is a testament to human independence. Kroft reported from Eigg in 2017. See the full report on Kroft's retirement, here: cbsn.ws/2k9DsRF
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[@italianGOD86]

Best answer I've ever heard- "basically you have to be sick on Tuesday. Its the only time the doctor comes."

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

So much for calling off work with a Monday Morning hangover.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Rubys Tuesday - Didnt someone write a Song like that ?

[@user-ip6zn1io5w]

@@holoholopainen1627 I think it's a burger restaurant called "Ruby Tuesday's".

[@reggielongoria1848]

I can only imagine, how great the air quality is there.

[@Alcagaur1]

"So, what are they talking about this week?" Meaningful pause "Mainly you."

[@stephensmith5982]

Just knowing there is a real place like Eigg makes me feel better.

[@mariapierce2707]

indeed!

[@judiesuh6858]

Something so right about the world~🐈💕🙏

[@sonoransaguaro3786]

🌵I understand why these folk love their beautiful island & their life there! Exactly how I feel about my home in the beautiful Sonoran Desert 🏜 💖😎

[@HappiestGirl69]

My husband mapped Eigg while getting his Geology degree in Edinburgh in the 90’s. Cool to see a story about it.

[@samaraisnt]

Wow, that's so sweet!

[@ChooseU4ever]

Oohh woow thats so cool

[@alfonsomunoz4424]

I got a degree in geology too. Good on him

[@awayfromhome54]

My ancestral home. We were there visiting for a week 10 years ago. Beautiful!

[@demetriusmiddleton1246]

That mystery benefactor is an amazing human being! That was a really good deed

[@jonwayne3279]

no it wasn't.

[@demetriusmiddleton1246]

@@jonwayne3279 thank you for your constructive feedback

[@187manowar]

Rumors are it was the Queen of England.

[@judiesuh6858]

@@187manowar Doubt it!!

[@99751]

@@187manowar i was thinking the same thing

[@utulangi6078]

Great story. We love you island of Eigg from the island of Tonga.

[@1e0s]

When I was very small (early 60's) we had 2 lodgers from Tonga "Sussai & Otto". They worked with my father in a factory & were also wrestlers. We lost touch but I but have very fond memory's of these kind sweet people

[@judiesuh6858]

@@1e0s Wow..world is so small sometimes!🤭👍🙏

[@alevine1951]

And we love you island of Eigg from Timbuktu!

[@utulangi6078]

@@1e0s i'm sorry i didn't see your comment until now. That is so true and thank your dad for taking in those two guys. King Haku and i are married to the same family and he use to talk about hiw hard it was back then as a wrestler to make a living and support his young family. In a way i really appreciate your comment and especially what your father did for those guys. So thank you very much.

[@centralshaft801]

Much love to the island of Tonga during this difficult time

[@hmackprotection1]

God Bless that anonymous Lady who donated the large sum of money.

[@robbiegarscadden2311]

Probably the owners wife... without him knowing ;)

[@GM-tw4el]

Anne Gloag

[@NotAnAngryLesbian]

@@robbiegarscadden2311 THAT IS BRILLIANT!!!

[@teresacatherine6866]

Keep Eigg the way it is. I think the people there are doing a fine job. Shows what can be done when like-minded people value what is good and healthy for those to live.

[@laurallama73]

Teresa Catherine yes! It looks like it is as close to heaven as one can get without dyin.I hope the residents will continue to keep it so. ❤️😊

[@stevensmith8876]

What you are saying is basically racist. The “people” of Eigg appear to be all white. How can this place be truly representative of a utopia on earth if it does not include any of our beautiful worlds minority’s?

[@stevensmith8876]

American Pride I was being sarcastic.

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@stevensmith8876 I think - That in Africa - They have many Islands - Run by the Locals ? They have No Taxes - just like a Paradise ?

[@davidlang1125]

Teresa Catherine the Isle of Eigg puts communism and most democracies to shame. I hope they can plan for and survive climate change. The ferry may not always come in.

[@firewaterbydesign]

What a wonderful place. They are all people that have discovered what is most important in life. I would love to live in a community like that.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Do You have the skills ! Have You seen INTO THE WILD - Where a Youngster walked away... See on KZbin !

[@firewaterbydesign]

@@holoholopainen1627 I may have the skills, but I do NOT have the health and ability any longer. I actually lived in the woods for 3 and 1/2 months with 5 kids, 3 cats, 15-20 small birds, 1 small dog and an African pygmy goat....and my wasband too. We were waiting to close on our new home that we put on the land. We figured that we would put our things in storage and take the kids camping for a week. Since we were the ones to develop the property and we decided to go VA on our loan, we spent 3 and 1/2 months jumping through hoops, while our finished house sat empty and we could NOT even go inside until we were given the key at closing. Needless to say, I have NOT camped since that time. 😂🤣

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@firewaterbydesign Nice ! People are looking for places on the World Map - That are Not so Busy & Hectic ! KZbin is Great to find such places !

[@drmachinewerke1]

@Holo Holopainen We own acreage. Our nearest neighbors are 1 mile away. I watch the ISS going over whenever I can view it. My wife will be flying to visit her father in several days. For the 2 weeks she will be gone. There will be days when I will not leave my farm. The good no city people. The bad no pizza delivery

[@coffee6783]

The Highland Clearances put a stop to that.

[@MsVan13]

Do you need a nurse with 25 years experience. This is Eden. You guys are doing things the right way! Thank you for being a shining star.

[@mclucky7086]

Certainly makes one wonder if what you have is what you really want.

[@sexybeast6567]

Or even really need...

[@willowgrace8427]

Exactly!

[@JackChickenwing]

its said the camera man is still there, to this day.

[@MorrisB3]

😁

[@daviel6595]

jackchickenwing he met a girlfriend he now waiting on a vote to make him resident.

[@tomperkins5657]

HARRRR~~~

[@f1y7rap]

Well, did he ever return? No he never returned and his fate is still unlearned (what a pity) lol... (for reference for the kids out there) kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWitqJKsaKuSh5I

[@patriciavyce1993]

f1y7rap “l live this👍

[@dasker209w5]

Damn the guy filming loved it too i don't think hes going back either

[@y1521t21b5]

Striking landscape. Watching this is almost as satisfying as sipping a nice glass of quality single malt.

[@grayman735]

Yes 🤔🤗🍻

[@grosvenorclub]

Thats how communities formed hundreds or more like thousands of years ago , until the tribe from the next island decided they liked yours !! but nonetheless there must have been wonderful interludes of peace . Beautiful .

[@No-Pro]

When the island was for sale I remember my dad writing to Cadburys to see if they would buy it for the locals as part of a marketing campaign for the cream egg, they replied but said it wasn't something they could do.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Where was for SALE ? Was this before INTERNET ? Was there any People - That were interested ? What was the IDEA of SELLING ?

[@No-Pro]

Holo Holopainen it was a while ago, must have been mid 90’s or something if my memory serves me correct. So not completely before the internet but kinda before it was really used as it is now. And yeah the island has always been inhabited I’m sure. Must have been just before the German guy bought it.

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@No-Pro Nice ! They should have an Section on The Paper / ISLANDS FOR SALE / so that more People would know ! Everybody just selling Apartments / Holiday Houses or Summer Gottages !

[@pegallen6983]

@@holoholopainen1627 Did you not watch the program you're commenting on? All the information about the sale was talked about!

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@pegallen6983 Thanks ! I just thought that NOBODY READS - These ? I wanted to get a clear picture - How this all happened & why ! and If The German Landlord wanted everybody to learn German ? Happy News Year 2020 !

[@rdlewis3616]

Reminds me of the film “Local Hero” which was about two guys from a big oil company who visited a tiny island for purposes of buying land for the corporation. The people who lived there were quirky and independent, and as time went on the two oil company guys fell in love with the place. After watching the movie, I also wanted to move there. Catch this movie, it has some unexpected turns and also an unforgettable performance by Burt Lancaster.

[@chattonlad9382]

Brilliant, brilliant film.

[@risenandreturning]

Thanks, I never heard of it!

[@dcanmore]

@@risenandreturning great movie, hope you see it one day

[@ladydi4runner]

Just loved that film! Been a Burt Lancaster fan all my Life!👏🏻👍

[@margiagilesvanderveur2583]

SUPER GRAND REPORTING!, LOVED IT AND THE PEOPLE!!!

[@evelasq1]

I won’t mind visiting for taking photos of the island for a few days.

[@fa5234]

Thank god there are still good rich people that lady who donated enough for them to buy the island is/was an angel.

[@chipbuttytime3396]

It was the Queen Mother who donated the biggest amount, they all know it as did the reporter but it makes a better story to say mystery benefactor... in their eyes anyway

[@rareavisfugit]

I love her laugh!

[@claykemper7193]

Great story. I visited Skyy not long ago and was astonished to learn the entire island was formed by a massive volcano. The main town there, Portree, has an incredibly booming B&B industry.

[@MTknitter22]

Clay Kemper Yes, I have been there. Our B&B hostess expressed her gratitude for all her guests constantly.

[@alexm566]

"there are no secrets on an island" "under a mysterious fire" 🤔

[@rogerbradley7509]

Sometimes simplicity is the answer!

[@randomvintagefilm273]

"You have to get sick on a Tuesday" 😂😂😂

[@jennyhughes4474]

This looks & sounds so great, what a wonderful self-governed community! They must be hardy though to live in that weather; I wonder if there are any artists living there: the scenery & sea/rocks/beaches are magnificent. Thank you for this.

[@mikesmith-pj7xz]

"It's bloody Brigadoon.";-)

[@tracymcmillan1466]

It took me a mear two seconds to develop a dislike for the guy who bought the island.

[@holoholopainen1627]

He was from Germany ? He wanted everybody to speak german ?

[@davidlang1125]

Just your typical English toff. Over rich, over entitled, over here. He had never had to face the truth of who he is before he met real people.

[@Fcutdlady]

Both of them.

[@brokenrecord3523]

any opinion made in two seconds isn't worth two cents.

[@michaelshea4834]

Mere, not ‘mear’

[@KingStix]

wholesome

[@freemanscott78]

Great place great people ..happy times spent here

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Simply fantastic! Very impressive people and an extremely good community. No politicans, only honest people. I bet that it's a really good live out there.

[@laurallama73]

Pft! These people are living the dream. Beauty. ❤️✌🏼🌎🌏

[@panspermiahunter7597]

I am watching this as if it is a million miles away, it isn't even two hour drive away to the ferry port! I have been to Skye a few times so maybe time to visit Eigg.

[@scotnick59]

Really fascinating story, quite rarely seen today

[@gailalbers1430]

revolving committees: true democracy

[@MAGGOT_VOMIT]

@?, ?, Why don't you go to Eigg and enter the Cliff-Diving event and finish in 2nd place, aka "Stuff on a Rock".

[@relentlessmadman]

How do we make this the future of humanity?

[@relentlessmadman]

Remove and execute are very harsh word, extremism, is also harsh. when we start clipping wings who gets to run the scissors. Who gets to be Judge jury and bringer of death?? Your suggestion seems a little extreme. I hope we can find a more human (Humain) solution!

[@relentlessmadman]

I was referring to the revolving committee form of government! It has to happen on a small scale, locally to begin with!

[@serinadelmar6012]

Gus W so you say it’s not about politics but then go on immediately to say that leftists aren’t prepared to fight?! What are curious oxymoron you are.

[@bxbank]

I love their accent! Unused to live 9n Scotland. So sorry I missed this place.

[@cathylawrence7382]

The young woman with red hair looks like Annette Benning. She's lovely!

[@michelleanne1547]

Loved this!!

[@jahempress26]

I’m really proud of them I hope it grows but stays the same 🖤

[@vivellasmum]

This was great, I really enjoyed it thank you! I'd love to live there but must be content with a visit, now on my bucket list!

[@wakeupamerica4610]

I absolutely loved the very last 5 seconds....lololololololololol

[@MisterMitchMM]

Beautiful Island.

[@esdeekay4344]

I love backpack hiking... This location is on my schedule...

[@holoholopainen1627]

See INTO THE WILD to know Your LIMITS ! On KZbin !

[@chelu4u]

That was fun and thanks for sharing.

[@spaceviking4966]

Love this place. The world could learn from them.

[@bajoobiecuzican]

Beautiful place, beautiful people. Uncorrupted by the corporate world!

[@chriscampbell3817]

the woman playing the pipes at the end has stolen my heart

[@chriscampbell3817]

Dougie Brown lol. thanks Doug

[@bluesquare23]

This is the most amazing place on earth

[@kmastanz]

Wish I could live there! Looks awesome!

[@preciousOne79]

Absolutely beautiful!❤️ I will visit with my family after Covid.

[@poopiepantsmcgee456]

Saved a lot of money drinking there own beer. Winning.

[@dunruden9720]

their (ffs!). THEY'RE drinking THEIR own beer over THERE.

[@relentlessmadman]

one of life's great truths!!!!

[@diane9247]

Ahhh, to live on Eigg...😌

[@shelbybrown8312]

The less ppl involved the ezr it is to make things happen

[@Terradiva]

What a charming and heart warming story.

[@ydschools9745]

Beautiful

[@aphenclips8623]

This was the best "Help Wanted, Doctor" video I've seen.

[@geoffdundee]

i,ll bet no-one locks their doors there

[@samd1405]

I doubt the doors have locks

[@alejandrayalanbowman367]

I once went to Barra which is a wee bitty bigger and even has its own airport. The various Hebridean islands each have their own beauty but some have little but beauty to offer. It would be difficult to live on Mingulay, for example, even the puffins are having difficulty what with immigrant gulls.

[@timothyrobinsonii1709]

Seventh Laird of Eigg is a funny title. Just say that once a week lol. Sounds like a Denny’s breakfast item. Man, I think I’m to lowbrow for this video Ha.

[@samspade3227]

Did some time on a small island. Very important to be congenial to the locals. Expect 2 to 3 years before they fully accept you.

[@JackB733]

How can you not love this??

[@overseer970]

do You need an electrician... :)

[@summersojourner]

Overseer970 and a dental hygienist. I volunteer!

[@gingipw]

@Herbert Norkus Yeah, 5...

[@awarenessvillage]

Do you need a yoga teacher or writer???

[@simona_ab]

How about a dentist? Volunteering!

[@awarenessvillage]

@Jon Commons Well, I can knit; sew; repair car/truck/boat engines; do drywall, roofing, stucco, plumbing; hydroponic, greenhouse, cold frames and direct planting of year round veggies, fruit and nut trees- general farming. I've also done long haul trucking and I'm certified to pull double 40' trailers. I have leveled ground for houses and made roads with a grader. I can drive anything. I just don't enjoy those things as much. I hardly think I'm worse than useless.

[@RamonaRayTodosSantosBCS]

I grew up on a landlocked peninsula! It was like an island- horses, goats and dogs run free to this day- we used to know everyone we were surrounded by ocean in three sides and 1,000 miles of desert. Cargo Airplane and boat was only way to get there. Not anymore- I think I’d love the isle of Eigg!

[@holoholopainen1627]

No Way ! Where was that at ? Which Country ?

[@MUFFINHEAD1985]

where was this?

[@tipppy1000]

What a neat story thanks for this.. 👍🏼

[@wakeupamerica4610]

This is paradise to me.

[@cali85hassan67]

I felt relaxed watching this

[@HappyComfort]

Very interesting 😊👍 Thank you 🌸

[@TeamStevers]

Such a story book place

[@daviel6595]

Live 3-4 hrs away and go to Spain and this is up the rd

[@grapesodatravels]

We've spent a wonderful week on Eigg. The community were so welcoming! We're making a series of videos about our adventure. Come and see!

[@erswnn]

The Florida Keys were somewhat like Eigg many years ago. Independent. What a beautiful combination that could be....the remoteness of Eigg and the weather of The Keys. Sadly The Keys have destroyed themselves, it's just a long stretch of tourist's destinations now.

[@rext8949]

There are people who leave their small towns and villages and move to the city and regret it all their life and then there are others who go the other way and ...

[@alflurin]

I was thinking that, if I reach 50, within 10 years time, without having a serious girlfriend and kids, I was going to sell everything I had and ride out to the world. Now.... I might consider something like Eigg but regrettably, I'm Swiss, not Scottish.

[@holoholopainen1627]

Nice ! There are several Islands looking for People ! PITCAIRN ISLAND is The Most Lonely Island ! At Baltic Sea / Ostsee / Sweden / Estonia / Finland several - That are looking for People !

[@geoffdundee]

alflurin.........WHY WAIT UNTIL YOURE 50?

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@geoffdundee I am over 50 - and looking for an Island to retire ! I dont like Big Cities at all - and if It gets too warm - there is No NEED for SAUNA ! Sauna is a Great way to get to know TOTAL STRAGERS !

[@geoffdundee]

Holo Holopainen............im over 50 too but id rather not partake in what happens in my local sauna between total strangers LOL

[@holoholopainen1627]

@@geoffdundee I My country SAUNA is as FOOTBALL Games ! Drink a few and get ready to see The Game !

[@coachalexroberts]

This is awesome

[@chelackie]

Perfect!

[@xenuburger7924]

A cracking report from Eigg!

[@carolbuser3956]

I'd love to live there!

[@WootTootZoot]

9:08 Shout out to Rouge Brewery, in my home town.

[@funny3scene]

Oregon gang

[@1chrismj]

Rouge, or Rogue ?

[@funny3scene]

Chris Jennings there is 2 different breweries spelt differently like that?? Jesus.

[@doberman1ism]

What a wonderful community. I would love to visit. Perhaps I would love it so much that I would want to stay. That is if the community would welcome me. I see you have the STONES like in the Highlander. My grandpa John Walker was Scott Irish. I have always wanted to go back.

[@craigandsnowwadam4511]

Wow!,, I love this!!

[@thethrawnscotsman5260]

Sad to say, I've seen Eigg many times from the mainland but never been there. Have to visit soon..

[@dcanmore]

recommend Local Hero (1982), a great heartwarming comedy about a remote Scottish community and Big Oil. Burt Lancaster, Peter Riegert, Peter Capaldi and Denis Lawson. Director: Bill Forsyth; Music: Mark Knopfler.

[@LilyGazou]

dcanmore melancholy movie- at the end

[@myleneliwanag1966]

Resillient,self sufficient and patient to be able to stay in that isle,he said. Me: One must have a good soul and a beautiful spirit to stay and last in that wonderful place. How lucky those people are to live in it and how lucky the place is to have those amazing people trully taking care of the isle.😅😇😊

[@alkiviadesspandagos3450]

Best 60 minutes spent. Watch it and learn.

[@jenniebugs1]

What a delightful place!

[@awarenessvillage]

What a beautiful place! Good on them for taking control of their destiny.

[@YamIa3gypsy]

The people are smiling, giggling and overall content. Yep, paradise. Libertarian and Satisfied. Isolation is a drawback, and lack of medical/dental care.

[@paxwallacejazz]

I want to move to Eigg but I'd be the only jazz musician.

[@awarenessvillage]

You'd be bringing your job with you. 😁 I'm a yoga teacher and writer. I could bring two jobs with me. 😜

[@philipbarrett3151]

There's a record label based on Eigg

[@philipbarrett3151]

I'd take you up on the 1st one!

[@terryjp3050]

good on ya

[@rickc2102]

So, one could live there and telecommute, potentially...

[@frankservant5754]

Excellent story this is brilliant journalism

[@derekmoody1358]

Eiggheads 4 ever

[@robertbuchwald6514]

Hope this place stays the same in spite of 60 minutes show. Nothing spoils a good thing like notoriety.

[@DJ_MARIANO]

“headline writers all over Britain couldn’t believe their luck” LOL

[@ehole593]

Where do I apply?

[@humanperson5134]

How can we, the abandoned continentalists of these United States, remove ourselves from our feudal lairds?

[@daviel6595]

Human Person you can’t

[@humanperson5134]

@@daviel6595 the island of Mars may be more fertile to these lairds, and they are soon to go, be gone with you space billionaires all. for we the tiny dust mites upon your starships are not worth a picogram of rocket fuel. we fools, we suffer the serfdom of your arrogance, the disdain of your laughter.

[@sonoransaguaro3786]

@@humanperson5134 🌵re; reply to Davie... Aye, Aye!! Sail on, Sail on!!!💖🌵😎

[@ladyofthewoods2448]

They have it figured out ! They seem over all happy content.

[@tgvchalkywhite6405]

I've been here many times it's beautiful