Vlog Episode 1

[@bdotrINDY]

The old vlogs really helped me through a difficult time in my life, 10 mins of relief each day. Also inspired me to visit South Africa where me and my wife went on a tour on the water with Atlantic Outlook. All this is to say, your content has had a real impact on my and I'm sure other people's lives. Much love!

[@Hugo23Martins]

Miss the old vlogs from 12 years ago! You with your penny board, good old days But I’ll always support your new vlogs! Have a good day

[@hersheybarsam]

Hearing your new outro as a revamp of the old gave me chills. Took me back to being a young high schooler just trying to find her way in this crazy world. Gah, welcome back to vlogging Ben. It missed you too. 🩷

[@131rilimboruah]

Mr.Ben Brown is the first guy who made me (and i am sure like me many others too) fall in love to watch people's vlog... Always love u brother... Miss ur vlogs ... u r always amazing...❤❤❤

[@WildwoodCastle]

Me too...

[@MARTYS_ANDME]

That’s so kind and true

[@burkhard_kir]

Greetings from Germany, Ben! Seeing your videos since years - with all your transformations!

[@2adillon]

How does it make you feel when your viewers tell you how much you inspired them? Because you guided, supported and inspired me through the most transformative years of my life with your vlogs and I can’t thank you enough for that Ben 🙏

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool. Gorgeous nature around there. Sounds like a fun plan. And I'm sure that your viewers would be pretty stoked with some van life vids showing more of Europe. Best of luck with the van manifestation.

[@ingvar1996]

No way, you also watch Ben’s video’s! 😃 Awesome to see you here.

[@Sheety33]

Loved this, Ben! Get the van, live the life, and I’ll watch every day! All the best ❤

[@jeromeshja8516]

The old Mr Ben Brown's Vlogs from 12 years ago really helped me through my darkest times of life, through depression, confusion and self development. As i have supported your entire life journey and taken on your wisdom and courage, I am looking forward to this next chapter of your life and for it to help me through my current issues. I love you bro

[@reklov81]

Hey Ben, just recently started watching your videos...so much positive energy, so much inspiration is really impressive. Best wishes from Germany, Nico

[@hillandj]

Opening had some Visual Vibes kinda vibes to it. Loved the old vlogs, the travel, the inspiration, the cinematography...just the whole vive. Good luck with the new vlogs, looking forward to watching.

[@pajo55]

im happy you are vlogging again... your vlog editing tutorial 7 years ago helped me gain an understanding to how premiere pro works... I work as an professional editor now. You helped and positively influensed a lot of people. Wish you all the best

[@taxlife1]

I know this is a one-way parasocial relationship, but some of us just missed you for being you. I bring that up because I hope you don’t personally feel too much pressure to recreate the “good old days” on your journey back to vlogging. I’m sure whatever you make going forward will be good enough, because it’s evident that even in this short video here that you still got it.

[@chadwickestey]

Why not use Pumba for these travels?

[@JJMedusa]

-- The click of the fingers right at the end of the video! I love that part and I’m so glad that it’s back. P.S. I am sending you ALL of the good vibes for your dream to do van life! You are an inspiration! 😊❤️

[@tomreadsthings7145]

I still watch your Banff vlogs. They are the BEST

[@florencelanglois3910]

Question for the QnA: How do you deal with the modern word forcing scociety to do 9 to 5 jobs? How do I get out of this paterne? Love you!!

[@GaryStockton]

Nice to have you back Ben. Love the music with the drone scene. A Ben Van series would be very cool, especially in Scotland my favorite place.

[@chrxsk]

Absolutely love the idea of van life videos from you! Would love to see you meet back up with the boys again for some adventures

[@aspodifjas]

Love the short vlogs and loved the life lately videos!

[@ny-infoblog]

Oh Ben, this are so great news to hear. All the best for your van plans. Looking forward to your videos and adventures. 👋🏻

[@joeblack6384]

I’m sorry Ben Brown but more than these vlogs or episodes or whatever this is we will appreciate if you bring back your penny board vlogs. The best memories!!! Miss that…

[@suzalreacts]

😢😢 those were the best internet days ..never coming back again

[@joeblack6384]

@@suzalreacts Ben wouldn’t listen. Wish he would just start his camera and ride the penny.. that’s all we want. It’s not too much. Ben brown= Penny Boarding.

[@suzalreacts]

@@joeblack6384 yesss also his kayaking videos ...with grumpy cam

[@MarcosGarcia-hl1lo]

Would love to see travel vlogs, you just exploring new places and scenery with your amazing editing skills always is satisfying

[@philiptennyson1748]

Work SMART, be nice to people and try not to get lost or killed. Good to hear a reworking of the old sign off. Really looking forward to your spiritually engaged vlogs Ben!!

[@wildatart9766]

* try NOT to get lost or killed

[@philiptennyson1748]

@@wildatart9766 good spot!

[@charliekeegan]

Always a good day when you upload, Ben! Great to see you glowing.

[@urbangnocchi538]

Your vlogs changed my life. I moved to Australia because I watched you do amazing travels. I found my authentic self too. I’m so happy thanks to you. Thank you Ben. I’ll always be your biggest fan 🪭

[@benbrown]

Your comment has made my day! Thank you for being part of my journey too, much love 💙

[@findingsimon]

Glad to see you back. I hope you make it what you want, enjoy the creative process however you want

[@IVDANAS]

Thanks for coming back Ben, you have been a beautiful source of inspiration for years now

[@luckehandyman]

Yes Ben, You come back, you are probably one of the best videographers I have seen. So yes excited for your Van travels, it will be Great. Ray

[@KrissiePetfield]

First of all - it's great to see that you're going to be posting regular vlogs again and van life sounds loads of fun! ☀ Q1 for the Q&A: Have you thought about setting up a business like Atlantic Outlook in the UK? Q2 for the Q&A: Have you ever visited the Peak District? It's beautiful and there are plenty of places to hike, too. You'd love it!

[@tullymiller27]

My question for the Q&A - I deal with depersonalisation/dissociating a lot and was curious if this is something you've ever experienced, and if so, how you ground yourself? Or if not, any techniques you find useful for grounding? Excited for this next chapter of vlogs Ben!

[@jack-walt]

How’s everything in your life going? Do you still have your businesses in Cape Town? Are you back in Europe permanently? Been a while so I’m curious. Hope you have a good day! 👍🏼

[@postulation]

Authentic Human Vlog - show the how/why of the creative. 🙏

[@gulden_lover]

Those intimate 3min 40 sec is top quality stuff!

[@gravelsyrup]

Really good to see you again vlogging Ben, been a while for sure. I look forward to seeing what adventures you go on in the future. I can't believe the journey you have been through these years from the start of where it all begun way back twelve years plus ago to now, grateful to be part of your process which you openly share on this platform.

[@frankschoenmaker6617]

You pretty much said: Vanlife, bikes, the Alps, climbing, Portugal...basically every goal I have 🤩...love it! Can't wait for your videos

[@shauns.game.search1002]

This gave me chills.. in the warmest way.. So happy to see you back

[@sweed3860]

You just popped up in my feed again for the first time in YEARS. Great to have you back Ben. Also, if that's where I think it is. Welcome to (not so) sunny Bournemouth

[@elwindewitte]

That outro brought back so many memories 🫶

[@15antny]

I just love your smile, your voice just seems to just wash over me and just makes me feel at ease...thank you. The eclipse did change me. Changed my life.

[@kyleunderwood106]

This brought me a profound level of serenity after just experiencing the eclipse here in USA.

[@Pedigru]

It is good to see you again. I've been here since the Rickshaw Run. Let's see what happens on your journey. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@LovenderMadziya]

Excited for the new journey, new chapter. I’ve re-subscribed! 😊 ps: you look healthy Ben!

[@shauncolwill]

Just hearing that outro and the finger click brought back so many nostalgic memories 🫶🏽

[@thezwolaks]

If you could go back in time what year would you pick and why?

[@aspodifjas]

Can't wait for more Ben, we support you! Your dream sounds very exciting and I can assure you we can't wait for sick content from you roadtripping through the UK and Southern Europe!! Questons for the Q&A: what about the canoe company you founded together with a few friends in SA? Do you think it's possible to see you roadtripping already this summer? This might be a sensitive topic: did you and Leonie break up? Can you take Sliceofmatt on the Roadtrip?

[@Lochlomondtravel]

Tuning back into Ben Brown 👌🏻 spent years watching you in the early days Ben. Good to see you back.

[@lewisharvey98]

Great to have you back with us Ben in this new chapter!

[@blmanacr]

So happy to see you again! Can you do a life update? How you feel?

[@ChrisProuse]

Yay! I’d seen partial eclipses before… but nothing prepared me for what it’s like to experience being in the path of totality. I got to enjoy it with my family in Kingston Ontario today. The brilliance of the corona that suddenly appears the moment it’s fully covered, in what felt like a panoramic sunset was absolutely surreal 🥰

[@thechadofsteel]

Sending so much love to you on this new part of your journey, Ben. I can't wait to see what comes next, even if it's just you, your microphone and your camera in your room. We Brownies are always in your corner!

[@Viquor]

The penny boards in the airport was fun and nostalgic. I come from time to time to watch your vids. Definitely a big change. I hope you’re doing ok and hope everything is ok. Miss Pumba

[@katecrittenden43]

You have the ability to be really funny. I hope we get to see that again.

[@hpphotography90]

I feel the need to say this. People asking for old vlogs back, can a content creator not upload what they wish? It’s not up to us what Ben shows, it’s not for us to ask or demand for things. Just let him upload what he wants. ✌️

[@chrisslynch]

How do you handle anxiety when it comes to creating or just life? I’ve been finding crazy clarity with journaling. Would you love to hear your response !

[@odramavisiontv]

Oh nice! Portugal 👋🏽 2:40

[@thelacussolis]

Great to see you back. I’m hoping a road trip or two with Fun For Louis is on the cards!

[@HustleHue]

rad ben keep the personal growth up and share the journey !

[@hollycrompton-nagy6267]

Great to see you back 🙏 would love to see you in Devon! We live in a Coach that we converted last year, in the Devon countryside ❤super excited to see your vlogs again !

[@JordanWeijdomVEVO]

Went to Boom last year and it was a real unique experience. A psychedelic city full of different cultures, arts, sustainability, so many workshops about such diferent kind of topics and for me one of the bigger reasons why i went is to explore the music, im a psy head but loved the different musics of the world spanning over 10 different stages if im correct. Good to see you back on youtube, been watching since i was a kid and now an "adult" (still a kid really ahah ) it warmed my heart and put a smile on my face to see this video pop up in my reccomended

[@ItsMadzHD]

Watching these feels like a nostalgia trip from when i was 16 watching these 10 years ago! You now have to bring back the squad with Nick, Angela, Raya, Louis and Steve (either all together or separate) lol

[@grimwest1222]

vlog 1 in the bag! Well done. Can't wait to see what the universe has in store for you my dude - thanks for sharing!

[@stephenkyle6819]

The sign off got me so excited for what’s to come ❤

[@marguiWaterland]

Sending you all the beautiful energy from the universe, Ben!

[@humongousfool2265]

bro its crazy ben looks so different from when I used to watch him. time really flies man. lookin great been can't wait to see the vlogs again

[@jctothel]

“Don’t think just vlog”!

[@levlogintrospectif]

Happy for you and this new adventure !

[@olaflawrence]

Come to Cornwall man! There are loads of nice secret coves and breaks we surf, winter swell is going now so it's getting nice and mellow

[@xtreamchance]

I watched Jack's Gap journey to India, in that rally. And immediately fell madly in love with the world champion kayaker who could effortlessly grab on to an opposing bus from the lorry carrying their tuk-tuks. He could do almost anything. Then to find out he had his own Channel...and at the end of the channel he'd always say his outro that was so special and caring. He would introduce us to SP, the wonderful Matt Miszczak an extraordinary video curator. I'm sorry those days weren't always as carefree as they appeared. I have a nephew who loves to ski. He's a forest fire fighter in the summer and just skiis in the winter...and he does all of this from a van. So, if done right, with a terrific build, securing the outer shell so no water leaks in, rusting the interiors, then it can be an exciting adventure, to be sure. This will be fantastic fodder for a vlog!

[@YUITOP]

Love to hear Work Hard, Be nice to people and try to not get lost or kill!!! Is baaaaaaaaaack!!

[@teejay_777]

It wasn't work ' hard '- BIG difference... watch that again.... ;)

[@carolinabarranco5660]

The fact that I already know that you are going to be uploading van videos soon is proof that you have shown us thay everything is possible ❤

[@ShugAveri]

How could I have forgotten about "try not to get lost or killed" LOL good to see you man. Looking forward to what's to come! Definitely miss the old KZbin vibes and seeing your face brings it all back!

[@matthewjosiah]

Ben - What are 3 values you live your life by and how did you come to realize their importance?

[@passportinphotos]

Would love to see your visual vibes videos as part of your travel vlogs. Whatever you do, can’t wait to see more!

[@thombuckleycobain3452]

excited for what´s coming on your channel Ben. Sending love from Spain.

[@lillywhite1493]

Back to the start. ❤

[@tombishop6233]

Link up with Steve !!!

[@9to5high]

Did you sell the defender ?

[@TheJustinConnor]

Let’s go baby! Psyched to see you back out there doin it boy!

[@MrHawrociik]

Great to see you back, Ben! ❤

[@harrietbatty2686]

In your last video when you was talking about rejecting your past self, that really resonated with me. Q- How has it felt to reconnect to your inner artist? Is it all positive feeling or is there some pain involved too?

[@okamanuo]

Why Portugal?

[@C12DDK]

What money have you been living on for the last few years?

[@Zenavesta]

Bless up Ben! Let’s goooooo

[@tadasnarutis1074]

Like always you be my inspiration to keep filming. Keep going! 🙂

[@emmabful]

Do you still own pumba?

[@SpencerScottPugh]

Let's goooooooo 🙌🏻

[@SpencerScottPugh]

Breh... #bringbacktravelvlogging Yes. Would love to travel around Europe with you 👊🏻

[@nik9105]

come to Scotland Ben , is beautiful! the van is a great idea! Which parts of Scotland you plan to visit?

[@Flying90]

10/10 would recommend checking out the song “truthseeker” by Yoe Mase! The intro has a solid message!

[@10TurtleStack]

Great vibe with this one, looking forward to the next!

[@baranikrish3581]

Hi Ben, Hope you are doing good. Will the intro animation be different this time or will it be the same. Thanks.

[@TheEpicChecklist]

If you could only choose one trip from the past to experience again, maybe in a slightly different way, what would you choose and how would you change it?

[@Thecreativesoutlet]

It's exciting for us Ben. One step at a time. We're all cheering you on.

[@stephensettle]

That click ❤

[@tomkeundjona]

What are you most looking forward to about vlogging?

[@Tayg1100]

My question is, living in a town surrounded by people who are nothing like myself, what steps would you say is best to take for someone trying to find their feet?

[@johnpeters2422]

Please bring some kayaking back to your vlogs ❤

[@HELLOXD7]

magical scenes

[@Ninkovic2052]

Lets go!🤠

[@amosgoes9250]

For QaA: What does sport or physical movement in anyway mean to you?