Unboxing Kentucky: What It's Like Living in Kentucky

[@NickJohnson]

Here is my entire Unboxing Series: kzbin.info/aero/PLq-_cmf3H6yqgM1vGG305six5T7dqGURF

[@KaLiGr]

Hello Nick. I like seeing places allover the US. Those cities are really nice skylines. Id like to ask you whether gays can live in cities like louisville or Lexington. Is that state a little tolerant or is there no place for the lgbt community?

[@firecat3613]

Please note: Although you may see some people from Indiana, West Virginia and Kentucky proudly wave a Confederate flag - while spewing some nonsense about honoring and/or preserving their heritage - All three of these states FAUGHT FOR THE NORTH!

[@toppermostKY]

Sorry nick, you’re full of b.s ever heard of Romeo and Juliet? And also I’ve seen the same thing in every other state in the nation and around the world 🌎 as well. But love your channel and just subscribe!!

[@toppermostKY]

Sorry I high jacked your comment section !!!!!

[@melvinoutside]

Kentuckian here. It cannot be overstated how much people lose their minds over college basketball here

[@DM-sg3cj]

I'm a Kentuckian and couldn't give a rip about college basketball.

[@momamae23]

@@DM-sg3cj me either, I hate it. I have some sweet shirts but I got them cheap at a thrift store. After they bowed down a few weeks ago I’m ashamed to wear them.

[@melvinoutside]

@@DM-sg3cj I don’t really care about it either but still, most people here do care much more than in other states and it’s huge part of local culture there’s no denying that.

[@jdubvdub]

Christian Laettener is greatest player of all time.

[@puppetstudiosstudios]

Dang straight, I am a Kentuckian and I am crazy about the Louisville Cardinals.

[@cubanlincoln1767]

As a cuban person living in America I never found a better way to learn about America geography than your channel, thanks for such amazing job

[@NickJohnson]

Thanks I try!!

[@frenchfan3368]

@@NickJohnson Are you going to make an Unboxing Missouri eventually? I take it you will probably have an Unboxing episode for each state. Keep up the great work!

[@lincolnguy1483]

As a Cuban...🤣

[@RottenbergZhenya]

+same, greetings from Russia. I enjoy exploring US geography

[@vapeismband7257]

I'm from ky. That was pretty good. I own property in louisville and central ky.

[@rsohlich1]

I've lived in many states and I can honestly say Kentucky was a bright spot in my geographical visitations. The rolling hills, friendly people, and good food were all pleasant. Overall I enjoyed my few years there. Definitely a misunderstood state.

[@NickJohnson]

Yep

[@elizabethschreffler9182]

I have been all over the US. I live in KY now. We are getting ready to move from Louisville. It is a beautiful stage with friendly people and great food.

[@mrs.elitenugz8491]

Eastern ky where I live in the Appalachian mountains!!!🖤🥀

[@elizabethschreffler9182]

@@mrs.elitenugz8491I sure wish I had the opportunity to at least visit the Appalachian Mountains. I love small communities where everyone looks out for one another. I live in Louisville. We can't stand it which is why we are moving to a smaller town.

[@stacynewman1632]

I moved for just a couple of years to Colorado but I’ve been back for years. I’ll never leave again. I’m close to Corbin. And it’s changed a lot over the years. But we still have the same good people all around. We do have some bad. I I like to think the good out weigh the bad. It’s beautiful anytime of year. ❤️❤️ I’m glad you enjoyed KY.

[@robertfreeman8614]

Kentucky born and raised. Kentucky Basketball and Jesus. The sun shines bright on my Old Kentucky Home.

[@barrygregory913]

Blaxxx ruin everything & everywhere

[@Johia_Mapping_2]

Kentucky brothers! :D

[@tstbad59]

I live here too

[@Johia_Mapping_2]

@@tstbad59 EYYY

[@itskashmyers3666]

All the same with me

[@TheKwbrock]

As a Kentuckian, I approve of this video. You did a great job of describing the state

[@NickJohnson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@charitysmith698]

Yes he did

[@glbaker5595]

I'm glad he didn't publicize our little Lake down here south of Somerset

[@انت-صلي-عالنبي-بس]

.. And so Nick is in all his videos as well 😀 Accuracy ✨👌🏻

[@thomasmilligan3502]

Scottish person here... for some reason when I think of the States I'm always drawn to Kentucky. The rolling hills are so beautiful. The mountain towns really stand out too. Values and issues seem kind of similar to certain parts of Scotland. Also the bourbon. Great video man.

[@animuslite8809]

you can look up the immigration records for Kentucky during the 18th and 19th century. A lot of them came from your neck of the woods and a lot of that bloodline remains unbroken. That might explain why you're drawn to this place.

[@EGarza-mk2mk]

You would feel at home. The Scottish heritage is strong and people look Scottish. Not just Scottish as English and Irish also occur in large numbers but Kentucky as a whole is strongly Scottish

[@avencannon9719]

Well hell! I hope to get I chance to come visit us in Ky. We'd love to have you.

[@stephaniec682]

I am a Scot too and as I was watching this I was thinking that so much of this state reminds me of Scotland!

[@peggyjones3282]

I read somewhere that these areas were one actually the same. Scotland, Ireland, and the Appalachia area are the same geology wise and were once connected.

[@ryanm.5063]

I'm originally from Detroit, MI but have been in Northern KY for 20 years now and I love it, its a lot slower, its more friendly, its homely, its also a state you can find land to live off grid and grow your own food and etc. Js Kentucky isn't a bad place at all to move to and start living a great life!

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

Hello gorgeous, how are you?

[@lindasmith3377]

I moved here from Detroit to the NE Kentucky about 18 years ago and love it. No way will I ever leave!

[@tucky2297]

I call it Greater Cincinnati/ Northern Ky. Moved here from eastern Ky as a child. Went to school in Kenton county, Ky. Mom and Dad came to give us 5 kids a better life. We worked downtown Cincinnati and retired from our jobs . Working downtown was a great safe place. Very entertaining. People from all walks of life and all races walking around and working together. There were lots of movie stars and local celebrities like Cincinnati Reds to Jerry Springer Nick Clooney,( George's dad) I followed Raquel Welsh down the street! . Beverly Hills Supper Club brought alot of people in the entertainment industry. Durung lunch time Fountain Square was a gathering place. Lots of shopping and nice restaurants all around town. We worked at careers with Proctor and Gamble, Duke Electric , AT&T, Cincinnati Bell , IRS etc.

[@hayden7432]

I’m from KY and I can say you did very well, I’m glad someone is willing to put a lot of the stereotypes to bed. This state truly has more to offer than many believe.

[@Rdwrer]

I'm hoping nobody starts to realize that... those stereotypes are keeping the people who made California what it is out of Kentucky.

[@melvinvanwinkle5133]

Don't offer nothing in Kentucky .

[@robbking6633]

Moved here in 2013 but had ties to Kentucky all my life. I actually can say I truly love it here.

[@NickJohnson]

Sweet!

[@icecreamorc]

Grew up in Oregon and now I've been in Louisville for about 5 years, before moving here admittedly had a lot of negative misconceptions about Kentucky. Basically thought that it was poor and under educated. My time in Louisville really beat a lot of that pretentious Northwest attitude out of me Kentucky has mostly been a great place to live and most folks have been very welcoming!

[@NickJohnson]

Great people they are

[@robinbirdj743]

It seems a lot like the SW Ozarks area of MO which also reminds me of OR

[@dereka8041]

As a life-long Kentuckian, from Bowling Green, I am thankful to say that I am a Kentuckian! No place I would rather live. If you like bourbon, horse racing, blue grass music, country cooking, sweet tea, college basketball, fishing and hunting, four distinct seasons, I can't think of a better place.

[@zackmeuth]

Don't forget Corvettes! You're from Bowling Green for crying out loud.

[@dereka8041]

@@zackmeuth Heh, Corvettes are o.k. You can still be a native Kentuckian and not be a fan of Corvettes. Sweet tea and gravy n biscuits are much more important.

[@momamae23]

Mammoth Cave, Cumberland Falls with the moon-bow, fishing Boating.

[@tylera86]

@@zackmeuth the new corvettes are a thing of beauty. I see them out and about near my neighborhood (Lexington) and just love them. Seeing some Toyota Supra’s popping up as well.

[@rickybobby8447]

Bowling Green too but move towards Smith Grove in the sticks

[@WilkinsVideos]

As a Kentuckian, I want to thank you for showing my state is more than just Bluegrass, KFC, & Hillbillies. I hope you can make some more videos over Kentucky to mention some other towns and sub-regions

[@NickJohnson]

Ok Jordan!

[@alessandrabraga6466]

please dont this is soooooo boring

[@jamesaritchie1]

You state is horrible poverty, lack of jobs, adults, and much worse, children with no hope, no education, and no future. I've been in city slums that were better than large areas of Kentucky.

[@christopherfoxwallace1291]

One of the best moves I've ever made. Not just Kentucky , but in the heart of it. Got a job, place to live, and there is no where the amount of violence here as where I lived before. Thank you Kentucky. Somewhere near Cave City, Ky.

[@marifromky]

@TimmyMakesMusic he's probably never even been here

[@kayguzman4318]

Mitch McConnell does not “live” in Louisville. He has a condo here that he visits a few times a year.

[@GatesRapes]

He lives in China

[@josephbeckmann8106]

So he has a second shell here?

[@markrichards6863]

You still get credit for Mitch. Ditch Mitch.

[@karimaogden3875]

@@GatesRapes He lives on "K" street in D.C where all the lobbying firms are!

[@john5240able]

Mitch has a regular house just off of Newburg road in the lower east end. I've seen the house because it is just up the street from where my aunt lives.

[@johnjones-bv5df]

Shockingly accurate description of the state. I have lived in Western Kentucky my entire 63 years and retired as a state trooper and lawyer. I know my way around pretty well and I think you did an outstanding job breaking down the different areas. Basketball is serious business and you are either blue ( UK )or red ( U of L ). It seems like everyone hates Duke. 🙂

[@littlebigcomrade]

I love how beautiful Kentucky is. I never wanna leave it. I’d be pained to leave my home.

[@zion6184]

I absolutely love my state. There’s so much to offer wherever you go. Its clearly not all what the stereotypes say. It’s so beautiful.

[@laurencraig4510]

Eastern Kentuckian here! Very nice video. We live in an incredibly beautiful state that is often misrepresented. We definitely have lots of areas to improve on, but I couldn't imagine calling anywhere else home.

[@NickJohnson]

Nice Lauren ❤️❤️

[@melvinvanwinkle5133]

Lol you must be drunk .

[@tucky2297]

Grand parents in Artemus outside Barboursville Ky. Artemus is like Whistle Stop in Movie Fried Green Tomatoes.

[@FinalJesse]

West ky gang better

[@grandspringdale838]

I live in the western half of Kentucky and yes we are most DEFINITELY a southern state👍

[@marktwain368]

Shelby Foote, in his masterpiece: The Civil War, shows in no uncertain terms that KY is a Southern State, and how its fortunes fared in that terrible conflict.

[@ArmyVetTrumpGrl]

Thank you dear for featuring in depth what it's like to a Kentuckian. I'm a Kentucky girl, been around the world---10 different countries, living in Italy and several different states in the US, Army brat turned soldier and I can say I have longed to return home. It's a truly wonderful place to raise a family.

[@NickJohnson]

It is Tammy

[@IbrahimAli-xt7vg]

I visited KY from Arizona and I feel that KY is very underrated state. I really enjoyed Lexington and I feel that it is really a nice place.

[@nathanvetter3598]

Ay i moved to kentucky from Arizona

[@IbrahimAli-xt7vg]

@@nathanvetter3598 how did you like it? do u think it is better than AZ? when did u move?

[@nathanvetter3598]

@@IbrahimAli-xt7vg i moved there for third grade. Nice people, although the public school system isnt as good imo. I love the scenery, a lot more lush than AZ

[@timothyhall4794]

Big props for not saying "Louie-Ville".

[@Emsiae]

Amen 😔🙌

[@dereka8041]

Here in the nexus of the universe of Bowling Green, KY, we say Lou-uh-vull. Not Lou-e-ville- or Lewis-ville.

[@thebetteratacker1]

I'm from KY and I've always pronounced it like that 😂😂😂

[@timothyhall4794]

@@thebetteratacker1 A lot of people do, and for all I know it might be correct. Kentuckians have a lazy tongue though and we will shave off any syllables possible.

[@dereka8041]

@@thebetteratacker1 From the center of the universe, here in Bowling Green.

[@iamrojoun5208]

I love unboxing, can't wait for unboxing Alaska.

[@swallowme535]

Recently Ive really wanted to maybe move to Maine or Alaska when I’m older. Sparsely populated places, cold, and really really pretty environments

[@QuizHeavenTriviawithJonas]

Good luck, it’s a whole different region...........

[@iamrojoun5208]

Sure right about that 👍. Y'all can please subscribe to my KZbin channel @iamrojoun. Show some love

[@dvferyance]

I don't believe he did Wisconsin yet.

[@swxvyoncamera]

Oh don’t copy me 😂 but yes me either

[@heather957]

I always love visiting Kentucky. Everyone's always been so kind to me there!

[@NickJohnson]

Heather they are good people!

[@stephenpowstinger733]

My neighbors are from KY. Two families. Friendly people.

[@beckydurham4680]

I'm moving to Kentucky this year. I'm a lifelong West Coaster. Thank you for posting!

[@NickJohnson]

Becky I left CA for Indiana - big change but a good one

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

Hello Becky , how are you doing? You’re looking gorgeous

[@melodiewebb659]

@@NickJohnson I lived in Kentucky from 2005-2015 Praying about and looking to move out of CA again

[@YoAustinn]

Hey guys, what do you think of Kentucky? Thinking about moving to northern KY from Portland, OR

[@omgvague]

@@YoAustinn What part of northern KY? If you're looking for city life then you're looking at Louisville (northwest) or Lexington (central) but if you're looking at country.. throw a dart at the map.

[@dm9489]

Loving these videos! As a Canadian, I love learning about States, and the cities, villages and towns within each one! Well done!

[@NickJohnson]

Cool!

[@kanakalatahembram1650]

@@NickJohnson Hi Nick 🙏 Can you do some unboxing of Canadian states?

[@lemmiwinks43]

Dude, this was actually really good! I live in Lexington and you were spot on throughout the state. 👍

[@NickJohnson]

I try :)

[@ItsDaJax]

Last time I was in Lexington I discovered the mall has a Sbarros. Was so happy.

[@E30Tylerrr]

Besides where he labels Louisville the ghetto

[@Doogiehowsy]

lemmiwinks43 I’m thinking about moving to Lexington. What are the areas I should stay away from and where should I look into when it comes to living ?

[@lemmiwinks43]

@@Doogiehowsy I wouldn’t really live north of 6th street until you get past New Circle, Georgetown road inside New Circle, or near Woodhill or Mt. Tabor. That saying, those areas are pretty small compared to where I would/have live! AVOID Nicholasville road at all costs - it’s not a bad area of town, in fact it’s pretty well off, but the traffic is terrible! Good neighborhoods though (Landsdowne, Zandale). Anywhere near Fayette mall is nice, but the traffic is awful! If you like suburbs, Hamburg is popular and there are a lot of new houses there. Generally the further south you get, the nicer and newer everything is (near Palomar center, Beaumont center, etc.). The wealthiest area of the city proper (not counting newer suburbs), is near Ashland/Chevy Chase/Lakewood. These neighborhoods are historic areas with the best parks and schools, but can be pricey. Gratz park and west 2nd and 3rd are also high end historic areas - but basically unaffordable unless you’ve owned the place for 50 years. If you’re younger, living near campus or downtown would be ideal.

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

Born and raised in central Kentucky. I couldn't care less about horses. I really don't care about UK basketball. I love this state, and I think it's a great place to live. All the stereotypes aggravate me because most of them are false. Nice job on my home state Nick! 👍😀

[@Casinogirl56]

I was to Kentucky once, best trip of my life. I hope I can come back some day.

[@mirzaahmed6589]

Do you like KFC?

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

@@mirzaahmed6589 heck no, lol. That stuff is nasty, in my opinion.

[@iamwindchakra]

@@mirzaahmed6589 absolutely not. No one likes KFC.

[@jakelonge326]

I'm trying to move 15 to 30 minutes outside of Lexington and get a house on some land . Is it nicer north or south of Lexington?

[@sunilscorpy4594]

Kentucky is so much better than i thought. Great video Nick! Marilyn, get well soon, God bless. ❤👍😊

[@NickJohnson]

She's on the mend ;)

[@tstbad59]

I live in Kentucky and this seems about right. A lot of places are still strange to me but the bluegrass is accurate. That’s where I live

[@glitchyentity2117]

When I was 16 - 17 I spent all my freetime visiting every county in Kentucky! I finished October of 2020! It's a beautiful and diverse state, there are so many hidden gems. My favorite county is Boone or Wayne County! Kentucky is such an underrated state, thank you for covering it!

[@NickJohnson]

Ok!

[@glitchyentity2117]

@́ ' yep! My parents fully supported it

[@Elsi-Music]

How’d you like Kenton and Campbell county across from Cincinnati? That’s where I live. There’s a BUNCH of stuff to do

[@glitchyentity2117]

@@Elsi-Music I loved it! I did quite a drive around the Cincinnati area, and it was very pretty. The skyline of Cincinnati is something I'll never forget.

[@Elsi-Music]

@@glitchyentity2117 I live up in the hills of northern kentucky and the view is amazing from my house. I’d definitley suggest going back. It’s something really special.

[@lucreciadiaz3636]

It's culturally a Southern state, but it was actually neutral in the Civil War.

[@dvferyance]

It's really a little of both. Both southern and midwestern based businesses have a presence in Kentucky.

[@manotenkerian]

@@dvferyance perfect example! West Virginia and Virginia are the same

[@frenchfan3368]

KY along with MO and MD were slave states that chose to officially stay in the Union rather than secede and join the Confederacy. Like MO and MD, some people in KY chose to support and fight for the Confederacy while others chose to support and fight for the Union. Obviously not leaving the Union proved to be a wise decision as the border states were able to avoid the drama of Reconstruction following the Civil War.

[@RudolphManor]

Kentucky stayed neutral during the civil war and they chose to hold on to their southern roots and identity. 💯

[@joshuaroberts6937]

There is a strong Midwestern influence, especially in the Owensboro-Henderson area, where I'm from.

[@woneymalian]

As a foreigner I really enjoy these UNBOXING episodes! Right mix of infos, facts, fun and general view of the people and costumes that only an american could say... you can really understand the differences between the estates! Thank you, Nick! And it's always nice to see Mappy, even if it's in the very end :)

[@NickJohnson]

Cool Woney! Glad they're helpful.

[@laurawhitehouse823]

We got to live in Lexington, KY for four years and LOVED it! People in general don't understand the international flavor in Lexington. Because the of the University of Kentucky healthcare system, people come from all over the world to train for healthcare. Its a wonderful city, but the traffic is atrocious. The outlying land is beautiful. You are right--the people are so friendly! I miss it!

[@owenbaxter8920]

In south east KY at the Red River Gorge there is also one of the most well known rock climbing areas in all of the US. Northern Lexington is starting to become gentrified as more young middle class people seek more affordable homes and outside developers to bring in more amenities such as craft breweries and kombucha shops. And to finish your song you set it up perfectly for a saying we like around here "Kentucky you race horses and they run so fast.There's only one thing left to say, Kentucky Kicks Ass!"

[@NickJohnson]

I was WAITING for someone to say that!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@polarblaze9188]

@@NickJohnson Ik this is extremly late but on your kentucky video just if you see this i was born in kentucky and ive lived here for 13 years and im 13 years old hehe but even tho im younger i would like to add seeing kids at school and stuff like that kentucky is great at alot but a lot of people suck at parenting mainly in kentucky in places like barren county were i go to school in glasgow kentucky.

[@katjones9074]

Just moved back to KY from AZ. I missed how nice people are here! My husband is from Washington state and thats all he can talk about too, west coast folks just aren't as friendly.

[@NickJohnson]

Totally Kat!

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

Hello cute , how are you doing?

[@melodiewebb659]

Agree Kentucky is a beautiful friendly state Southern Hospitality is real y’all Bless your sweet heart

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

@@melodiewebb659 Hello dear , how are you?

[@acfirby]

I lived in AZ for 9 years. Tucson. We moved back to KY in 2010.

[@bradleycombs2626]

Wow man you did a really good job of describing KY. It seems like you grew up here lol. KY isn’t for everyone for sure and there is a lot that can be changed to better the state, but it’s nice to see someone take an objective view of KY for once.

[@LifeAccordingToJohn]

You did a great job with this video. If I hadn't lived here my entire life, I would want to move here. Go Big Blue.

[@farengarsecret-fire9597]

Sometimes I forget how beautiful kentucky is... I've lived here all my life. And see the beauty daily, love the rural area, love my tiny town

[@melvinvanwinkle5133]

Lmbo lol 🤣 😂

[@tucky2297]

@@farengarsecret-fire9597Go south to Paducah Ky . You must pass the Land Between the Lakes. Breath taking !

[@farengarsecret-fire9597]

@@tucky2297 it sounds wonderful! I've been in eastern KY, and seen cave run lake. It's a pretty nice little place too, in my opinion.

[@tucky2297]

My Mom's family are from Barboursville Ky. Some are still there. My cousin owned Apple Acres bed and breakfast in "Barvul" as we called it. Aunt Maxie owned a dress shop years ago. One aunt taught school and Knox Central HS. We had reunions at the littlest house in Ky park.. I'm a transplant in greater Cincinnati area. Thats where my work named me TUCKY and it stuck! Lol Remembering traveling South on route 25 BEFORE I 75 EXISTED! All day and arriving early morning the next day. Ky has alot of places to visit . Ky Horse Park Mammoth Cave, My Old Ky Home, Church Hill Downs etc. I'd consider moving back now that I'm retired.Think I'd like a slower paced life style today. I miss the Appalachian mountains and moonshine too!

[@jessicariley9281]

I have lived in Tennessee and Kentucky is a very nice state when I go through there to get to Ohio. Love visiting some of my family there and friends.

[@BTaul00]

Born and raised in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky and proud of it.

[@NickJohnson]

❤️👍

[@DM-gs7su]

Drove through Kentucky and I gotta say I just fell in love with this state. I hope one day I can live out here. Much love from California

[@NickJohnson]

❤️❤️do it move there!

[@its_brinnah]

If you ever move here you should move to st.mathews its in louisville because thats were everything is besides downtown but just dont move to the west or south end im 13 and kids are litteraly dieng my age here in the southend but there is good people i honestly wouldnt change were i live

[@DChristina]

@@its_brinnah - Why are the kids dying? Is it drugs and alcohol? Glad you’re ok!

[@phillyboyfloyd7050]

Keep your cali politics back there .we don't want it here

[@jillmorton3096]

I just spit my drink out when you said 4.4 million people with 6 last names😅🤣😂😂

[@timstacy6791]

That's not even a joke lol all the rural counties has about three different family names 😂

[@urmommabear5monthsago]

That’s ridiculous 🧐

[@cotymae5401]

We laughed here in the holler down in ky too

[@tammycenter8757]

@@timstacy6791 , that isn't true at all.

[@Korcasandromedaa]

That's not true at all 6 last names

[@samb198055]

Best video of my home state. I live in Eastern Kentucky side only thing was missing Keeneland horse sales the rich people buy the rare blood line breed horses. Also if you make over 58000 year in Eastern Kentucky your are considered middle class.

[@NickJohnson]

Crazy!

[@Nrfq]

I live in Morehead.

[@hughjazz743]

Dude, I LOVE this channel. So informative, but so entertaining. I don't know what secret blend of herbs and spices you're using, but from the intro to the outro, you're literally providing a service that's not only wanted, but needed. Thank you sir!!!

[@NickJohnson]

Ok! No herbs just the internet

[@ChiefMac59]

Been here in Kentucky for two years now. Moved from California. The freedom here is great, nobody tells us how to live. Am east of Lexington and yes it is a depressed economic area and everybody goes nuts for University of Kentucky sports.

[@abbiethomas486]

I'm originally from Kentucky born and raised. I moved to California 6 years ago and I honestly have to say a few things I'd like to say about us kentuckians. We like to slow down cuz we're not in no hurry to get in the wreck or die, and we are family-oriented. When it comes to being with our family at night time we're all about it. Everybody here is in a gosh darn hurry.

[@QuizHeavenTriviawithJonas]

I wish we drivers like that in Utah, despite being a family friendly state, I have never met anyone who has said anything positive about drivers here.

[@MegVanAbi]

Loving this series and learning about all the different states. Feel free to do a part 2.

[@NickJohnson]

I need to do part one on the rest first Megan :)

[@MegVanAbi]

@@NickJohnson ya ya. 😂 At least you are more than half way there!

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

Hello gorgeous, how are you doing?

[@stephaniedixon6423]

Lexington here. We love everyone! Come visit. Kentucky is a great place for all.

[@OurConversations]

I grew up in Lexington Kentucky. Iwent to elementary, high school, and college in Lexington Kentucky. Good job on the video. You got it right on.

[@elicorbett2730]

Im from Kentucky. I've lived there my entire life. I'm from Lexington. A central city with about 400,000 people. I've never known anything besides a suburban/urban lifestyle. I don't have a southern accent either. I've never eaten Burgoo in my life nor did I ever hear about it before this video. KFC is terrible and as a home cook I make my own fried chicken. I love it here, although I don't venture to the hillbilly parts of the state (though I have been there countless times). I love this state for it's beauty and diversity. Nick spoke the truth when he said we are the most ecologically diverse.

[@lorrieleaver2447]

Thank you for your Kentucky guide. I’m moving from the United Kingdom and whilst I’m looking at properties in New England I’m also very interested in Kentucky. I’m watching the market daily and it feels like a good place to live. See you soon Kentucky ❤

[@johnnyhi-tone3610]

Native Kentuckian here. I approve of this video. Very nice!

[@NickJohnson]

Right on

[@hestia165]

are you Indian?

[@BKLYNGIRL222]

Thank you for another great video, Nick. Kentucky has an interesting mix of things that make it a great place.

[@CJColvin]

Gotta love the state of Kentucky especially with the beautiful rollin hills, huge bluffs, and massive mountains. You also gotta love Corvette Museum down there in Bowling Green as well.

[@NickJohnson]

Yes!

[@peggyjones3282]

I just returned from Kentucky and was blown away by how beautiful it was (and this is in January). So many people I spoke to were born and bred and never left. I started to think maybe this is because there was no reason to leave. It's a gorgeous place.

[@NickJohnson]

It is

[@lillianp-yj6yx]

Where are you from?

[@peggyjones3282]

@@lillianp-yj6yx the west coast.

[@Uniden1100]

I moved to Kentucky from Michigan. It has great people here. I will not move back to Michigan

[@barrygregory913]

Marilyn Manson

[@scottrogers2831]

I am making a decision too. Been in Michigan 60 years, but SW Kentucky is calling me.

[@jimsoutdooradventures2748]

Northern Kentuckian here although i live in the southern end of it where it is more rural than shown in this video. I have traveled all over Ky and i love our state (commonwealth) I also have worked for the state for 23 years.

[@Str8stbowtie]

@J ay Floremce Ya'll

[@thevalkyriequeen4545]

You know as someone pretty much raised in Kentucky - around the Lexington area - I really appreciate this video. It strangely enough gave me a fresh appreciation for the place despite it's problems. It's poor in places but it's also quiet and beautiful in others. I sometimes forget how beautiful the mountains look here so it's refreshing to see them again. For that - thank you.

[@NickJohnson]

Ok ❤️

[@W67w]

I'm a huge fan of American sports so really enjoy these unboxing videos. As a European, it's great in helping me decide which city/state I should support in sports. Texas seems like a good choice. Seems to have everything.

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

Everything is an understatement...

[@VorLin24]

kentuckian here, and i can honestly say as a life long UK fan, people care more about college basketball here than any other sport. we need an NBA team haha

[@auspiciousman]

I don’t really care about basketball but I will always root for Louisville. I’d rather have college sports over professional though.

[@VorLin24]

@@auspiciousman in a way i completely agree, that’s the beauty of the state, 2 teams, but the second something goes down, the whole state comes together

[@twinjacob1]

I grew up in Louisville, and before moving to Central KY (Georgetown) around middle age, I never witnessed the pink fields in springtime from the blooming of henbit and deadnettle mint. It's absolutely gorgeous. Kentucky is truly a diverse and beautiful state, once you get to know it (and I've lived in several other beautiful states: CT, NC, and CO).

[@flyingdingoIV]

I believe Elizabethtown was named 5th safest city in the country. Proud Hardin county resident.

[@allendean9807]

Kentucky resident since 2018. I love it here! Love the community, weather, cost of living. This is the first state i actually don’t have allergies! Bought a house in nicholasville in 2018, and now I’m trying to buy a mini farm in Paducah! It’s a beautiful state full of beautiful people. Of course, right now, the housing market is going batshit crazy, with people from Washington, Oregon, and California snapping up homes sight unseen! Kentucky is about to change.... i won’t tell you i came from Northern California, because i did, but I’m a pretty chill musician. Heh And Chik Fil-A? I’m a Rasin Cane’s man myself....

[@lizmarch4000]

thank you Nick for giving such an unbiased and fair look at the state I call home. I'll be sure to check out more from you!

[@FromPanictoParis]

As an Irish man I've always felt drawn to this place. Anytime i see a documentary on all the states of America i feel drawn to this place. Strange. Woikd love to visit at some point in my life

[@chalesgolding5314]

Honestly dude , I think you make the most honest and true videos about states and cities on all of KZbin. Great channel…

[@heather957]

Also, thank you for pronouncing Louisville correctly!!

[@NickJohnson]

I try ;)

[@blimblam9839]

Ugh No.

[@stevenwilson975]

Great review!!! Louisville is my hometown 😥!!! Not!!!! Lived there many years because I was a Army brat !!! Parents stationed at fort Knox!!! Love Kentucky 🥰

[@karimaogden3875]

Steven Wilson....I am a transplanted Kentuckian. Been living here in Radcliff since 1993 when I was in the Army stationed at Ft. Knox.

[@TXRealtorAbigailSturis]

Wow, small world! I also lived in Louisville for a couple of years but I am an army brat from Fort Knox, Kentucky as well!!!!

[@Musication717]

Corbin, Kentucky here. I've lived in several states but so far none have beat out this area for low cost of living, friendly people, great food, etc. And yes, we love the Kentucky Wildcats!!

[@NickJohnson]

Good stuff Hannah

[@nicolasjohnson7060]

Hello pretty , how are you doing?

[@Alpha1Farms]

I’ve watched him drag a dozen states in these videos but has almost nothing but praise for Kentucky… seems it has a special place in his heart

[@sharongregory9560]

I have lived in eastern Kentucky all of my life. Just like anywhere else, we have diverse economic communities. You can prove any point that you wish, depending on where you choose to shoot the video and the people you talk to. Eastern Kentucky is Beautiful!!! People are friendly and welcoming. I do not know anyone personally who doesn't have shoes to wear. If you're seeking the glass half full, you'll find it. If you're seeking the glass half empty, you'll find that tool

[@heather1506]

My parents moved from California to Kentucky last year. They absolutely love it

[@NickJohnson]

It's a different way of life for sure

[@nofluffingtv3037]

Blindly commenting here; I cant wait to see you passing 10 million subs in 2 years

[@NickJohnson]

Damn I'd be set up if that happened haha

[@Red-pt6rs]

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[@hansdiedeutsch7881]

This is insanely accurate. Been living here my whole life and wow you hit the nail on the head.

[@RachaelLyn]

Native Kentuckian here. Born and raised in the suburbs of Louisville, but I've lived all over the state- most notably Lexington-ish area and Northern KY- and visited friends multiple times in Appalachian areas. You got our state SPOT ON! Also, I love horses (I'm the 3rd generation of my family to work at Churchill Downs, too). Not everyone loves horses here, but the Derby is a big deal to everyone. Not everyone loves college basketball, but we all have our chosen teams anyway!

[@dancantwell6061]

This is so awesome Nick, don't know how you packed so much cool, useful and honest information into 20 minutes but you sure did ... With a sense of humor and heart of an adventurer ! Kentucky born and well travelled here, you hit a lot of nails on the head. Love Daniel Boone National Forest, Red River Gorge area, Bourbon tours, unique places like Shakertown, to name a few. Many friendly, hard working, independent-thinking and appreciative folks in the Commonwealth. Also, a shout out to guys like Sturgill Simpson and Tyler Childers now carrying on Kentucky's musical legacy.

[@NickJohnson]

Dan!! Nice!

[@billieeversole1829]

Thanks for having such positive things to say about us. My whole family heritage is here, born and raised!

[@NickJohnson]

Ok Billie!

[@stacynewman1632]

Kentucky is where I was born and raised. It will Always be my Home Sweet Home ❤️

[@NickJohnson]

Good Stacy

[@mariapierce2707]

You hadn't finished the first full sentence and I was already laughing! very informative Happy New Year!

[@swordsmen8856]

I'm a Kentuckian who was raised in Frankfort and live in Louisville and I want to say thank you for this video. Kentucky may be fly over state but as someone who grew up here I love my state. While we have our problems I am happy to be here and live in this city.

[@CCodyG]

I spent some time in Kentucky recently and I thought it was absolutely beautiful! The weather is nice and it's sunny there. I loved Paducah and the quilt museum! I am a quilter so those are my peeps anyway. But it did feel a little "patriarchal" to some extent. But aside from that, it was fantastic!

[@omgvague]

Old white backwards thinking men... (Like Mitch McConnell) is what keeps this state from its full potential.

[@animuslite8809]

as opposed to what? a crime infested multicultural nightmare? We can still leave our doors unlocked and you probably cant.

[@biggumstevens1784]

@Opal Allen what that person means is "we are a normal natural functioning society"

[@ps9906]

I love my home state. The people are close knit but a bit clannish. I am from eastern KY. It is sad how it’s deteriorated in the past 20 years. They are trying. Pikeville is changing for the better but drugs are killing our young people. Nothing to do Nothing to keep them there.

[@ruralsquirrel5158]

Wasn't it 2 KY families that were involved in the Hatfield/McCoy feud? Speaking of clannish. Looks like a beautiful state, though. I'm an old VA gent, myself.

[@ps9906]

@@ruralsquirrel5158 both on KY/WV border

[@nicknack202000]

Ahh pikeville. Used to drive there and prestonsburg for work. Ashland resident here...

[@CarrieLaffs]

@@nicknack202000 my dad drove to AK Steel (Armco)in Ashland everyday for 30 years from Paintsville KY. An hour commute but not enough work in Paintsville to raise a family ...

[@nicknack202000]

@@CarrieLaffs its a decent drive. And wow i havnt heard ak steel referred to as armco in a decade. 👍

[@Crisssssssssssssssssssssssssss]

So delighted to hear you mention London! That’s my family’s “big city” to their tiny town. Beautiful, diverse place with lots of kind people- many Black sharecroppers made Eastern KY their home in the early 1900 to work in the mines after a boil weavels “plague” destroyed crops in GA and Alabama

[@b0ssatr0n91]

Kentuckian born and bred. Long live the unbridled spirit

[@yawymatuo]

First, thank you for the very thoughtful and kind critique of our great commonwealth! I'm from south eastern KY but I've lived in "the 'ville" for over 20 years and I can say you were spot on with your description. We live just north of Oldham County now and love it more every day. Keep up the good work!

[@NickJohnson]

Glad it was helpful Jeff :)

[@ahhitskatie9094]

Enjoyed this more than I should have, haha. As always, great job Nick!

[@NickJohnson]

Thanks Amber ❤️

[@zackmeuth]

Great job, as a native Kentuckian I can say you did a very thorough job. FYI Frankfort is not boring... It's got a lot of outdoor recreation opportunity, and has more distilleries within it's vicinity than louisville or lexington! Having lived in lexington for 5 years and visiting louisville very often... Its my opinion that louisville is a much cooler city than lexington, and definitely doesn't give me the impression it's any less safe. Lexington has it own ridiculous share of crime and homelessness.

[@Korcasandromedaa]

I live in Lexington it all depends what side of town. I think Lexington is better then louisville tho

[@josephbeckmann8106]

We had 175 murders in Louisville last year. Sad but still to me the just right size city and as long as you're not into dope your chances of being murdered are slim to none.

[@nationalchampions]

@@Korcasandromedaa 😆

[@hottstepher]

I agree!!!! GO CARDS

[@michaelwhite6305]

I was stationed there once upon a time at Fort Knox and liked it .

[@nativekentucky7290]

Where i am! Never left

[@karimaogden3875]

Same here! Was stationed at Ft. Knox from 1993-1995 when I ETSd and am still here living in Radcliff. Came here on a compassionate reassignment from HQ MTMC-Europe in Rotterdam, Netherlands when my husband became seriously ill. Wasn't too thrilled at first but over the years, it grew on me.

[@d.j.daugherty4945]

Kentuckian here, born and raised. Bourbon, Jesus, small town vibes, crazy weather patterns, family, college basketball and good food.

[@erica.casimira]

I have lived in many states in my 42 years on this earth now. I lived in Kentucky for 12 years...from 24-36. I have gone back once a year to visit friends...but also because I still find things to do and beautiful places to see. It is an absolute amazing state to visit, and also live. I WILL go back to retire there and stay until I die.

[@Tobzter1234]

We are thinking of moving there....would you say it's a friendly state?

[@LG-tx7pk]

Born and raised in Kentucky, lived here my whole life. I live less than 20 min from Churchill downs but have never had a desire to go to the derby, I actually despise it. Traffic gets really bad, stores get extremely busy, and it always rains that day. 😂 And I've never watched a single basketball game.

[@LadysFarm]

Love this. Watched this and moved to Kentucky. Thank you!!! Just bought a farm in Kentucky 😎😎😎

[@melvinvanwinkle5133]

Lol you regret that .

[@LukeParks123]

Most of the "fancy horse breeders" live around Lexington.

[@jaystepp150]

I’d say this video is spot on from my 40 years in Kentucky. My first 20 years was spent in the coal towns of eastern Ky. And then the last 20 has spent working for the USA’s largest Toyota plants in Georgetown. And from my experience I’d say this videos sums it up really well. I’d like to add 3 things that a Kentuckian should be proud of. Corvettes, bourbon, and Louisville/UK sports.

[@koulasworld5495]

I can’t believe there’s no mention of Red River Gorge which draws thousands and thousands of people yearly from all over the world.

[@victorangeles7938]

I am Mexican and Kentucky is that best place for me my 3 boys borh here I love ky long time

[@dirtydan351]

I'm from Bardstown, about 45 minutes south of Louisville, everything you said here was spot on

[@NickJohnson]

Cool!

[@dawntaylor2669]

I just visited Bardstown a few days ago. LOVED it. It's beautiful.

[@RudolphManor]

Shoutout To Kentucky. 💯

[@mikeparker6322]

Louisville was just fine. Back in 1990 and 1991 I liked it very much. Good location because one could drive to Nashville on I-65. More like a blend of Midwest and Southern.

[@ashye5390]

This video was 100% accurate and thorough, from Northern Ky starting at Williamstown to the pronunciations of Versailles and Louisville. I've lived in Ky for 20 years and I'm very impressed.

[@NickJohnson]

DANG!