Why This American Chose India For Life

[@blackman7186]

This person in perticular had the most accurate and deep knowledge, observations and insights about india among all the guests. Many of the previous ones were still basing their perspective on prior impressions and stereotypes. This guy seems to have actually observed the indian way from the start.

[@aritramanna]

And again his name is Jeff !

[@Rishi6901]

Even I as an Indian never observed this thing Play that important role to build our society.

[@kya_hi_kroge]

Yes, I agree too.

[@board4164]

He doesn't know anything. i ndians most ly like to glorify foreigners for no logical rationale. usa is regularly targetting india and i ndians are admiring these Americans shamelessly.

[@prajithr2202]

His understanding is quite shallow - very urban Mumbai which is closer to West than India. He could not even grasp the role of Temple properly.

[@Well_Earned_Siesta]

Max asked why Indians are obsessed with Bollywood stars, and Jeff responded with a full on masterclass on comparative culture, religion, and philosophy. Wow!

[@prajithr2202]

From what he spoke, he is no way near expertise in either culture or religion.

[@board4164]

This anglo american is lying about ind ian culture.Noo ne in ind ia admires bollywood because of s prituality. Indians watch movies for entertainmnt jus t like res t of globe . also b ollywood is d egenerate and doesnt characterize indian culture at all. He also l ies that usa has guilt but ind ians dont have guilt but have shame which is different . What the hell is he talking about? What g uilt does usa have that they at tacks countries around the g lobe including i ndia via nato? Also ind ians aren t obsessed with b ollywood and consider it only for entertainmen t . Real obsession is in usa where americans are obsessed with c elebrities like taylor swf t . But s epoy minded indians will g l0rify him regardless of his lies because of their s lave n ature. usa is regularly targetting india and i ndians are supporting these Americans shamelessly. Lot of pro wes t i ndians most ly like to glorify foreigners for no logical rationale. no wonder indians were colonised by anglos easily despite indians having larger population. indians need to en d glorification of anglos of us,uk who are targetting india even in modern era.

[@sewaligoswami781]

​@@prajithr2202I think he is. He rightly said that our society runs on shame.

[@supriyaede3852]

​@@prajithr2202He can't simplify the entire religion in 2min. Within the time, he explained beautifully about Indian society, how it is impacted by religion and faith. He may not have said everything but whatever he said here is absolutely beautiful and accurate. Rural and sub urban Indians will be able to relate well.

[@AnnikaS-jc5je]

@@prajithr2202 I think he articulated it very very well ..Being an Indian I completely agree with him!

[@23Nayan]

He understood and explained India at such a deeper level that its really impressive coming from a foreigner . Only someone who has his heart and mind open can do that . Great guy .

[@manalireddy4600]

5000 year unbroken chain of culture - Jeff Goldberg. What a profound description of Bharat /India. What an incredible interview. Jeff Goldberg was awesome.

[@thewhatorwhy]

It is of course an over simplification with a huge feel good factor. We don't have to get political or communal to acknowledge that.

[@robot9071]

Is it unbroken though? Muslim invasion and colonization have completely changed us. We are paranoid, communal and even got diabetic because of them.

[@72HoorsSmugglers]

@@robot9071 well compared to egypt & south africa we r mucg better

[@robot9071]

@@72HoorsSmugglers south Africa idk, with Egypt, some peaceful religion exterminated everything before them😅

[@TransgirlsEnjoyer]

he is high iq jew for sure

[@loneranger345]

One of the best videos, Max! The gentleman is knowledgeable, compassionate & empathic towards the people around him. The India series is amazing! Can't wait for more❤

[@odomangulati7079]

What an extraordinarily brilliant man with complete clarity of thought and expression. Finally a interview with a person I can understand and respect. His understanding of India, Indian culture, society and values is spot on. And its amazing how he could articulate that in such a clear manner. It was a pleasure to hear him talk. 👍👍👍

[@ravicraoify]

I agree. He has a strong communication skills.

[@odomangulati7079]

@@ravicraoify communication skill without knowledge and understanding is useless. The world is full of idiots who talk well.

[@arindamsinha6723]

That's amazing, actually, how in the initial part of this video, Jeff clearly explains the difference between guilt by an individual and shame driven by society. I couldn't agree more with this. 👍 Nice Work !

[@Roar1921]

Never thought of it that way. He's opened my mind to my own culture😊

[@abhisheknautiyal6198]

This was special. I can’t remember the last time I was so invested in a conversation. It was simple and soulful. Thank you Max for producing such beautiful content. Jeff, brother, your insights and understanding of our culture is so exceptionally nuanced and filled with meaning. India is an ocean of experiences and the honesty you have shown is precious. Thank you.

[@Suncilla]

I hope to live in India someday and this interview inspires me to keep learning Hindi and make the move. Such a beautiful, rich culture. Thanks to you and Jeff for this amazing, enlightening conversation. Much love!

[@Manishi759]

Language can be learned even after moving. Not everyone knows hindi.

[@Suncilla]

@@avinashchowdhary3468 that’s good to know. Any particular areas you’d recommend?

[@Suncilla]

@@Manishi759 yep, definitely true.

[@Manishi759]

@Suncilla Area depends upon various factors. The purpose of visit/stay, weather conditions, cost of living, and so on. There are multiple metropolitan cities and there are many peaceful country side areas as well.

[@Suncilla]

@@Manishi759 I have a husband and son so probably a more family oriented area. I just started learning Odissi dance so I was considering Odisha/Orissa.

[@sarathipaul7909]

I cant say if any Indian could even describe the Indian culture as good as he did. He just put it out so perfectly.

[@TransgirlsEnjoyer]

Thats why jews have such high achievements

[@dexteralphonso5824]

People from outside a system can analyse a system better than people within a system. Bird's eye view or outside perspective is generally good

[@Singapre]

Damn what a pure real conversation...Jeff really understood India and Indians...felt like I could listen to him all day long.

[@minerjopeace5915]

Jeff's become a philosopher by living in India for just 6 years. ❤

[@MaxChernov]

10

[@minerjopeace5915]

@@MaxChernov oh 10 years. Perhaps that explains it. Thanks Max. I just saw you said, you have Russian origins. But you have a perfect English accent. Very slight remains of Russian language influence on your pronunciation.

[@ragmuktad]

Great statement

[@ragmuktad]

21.38 great attitude

[@anjalimante7772]

❤love from India

[@harmonica6141]

I need friends like Jeff in my life. He has such clarity and intellect.

[@Roar1921]

100%!

[@NoMeWithoutYou1]

This, by far, is the best interview I've seen on your channel. His views are balanced and clear. Everything he said about India shows that he has grasped many of the nuances that a casual observer from the outside misses. His understanding of life pairs well with his openness to learn and it was well worth watching the whole discussion. I hope Jeff gets everything he needs from being in India. There is no place like it on the face of the planet.

[@Roar1921]

This man is absolutely outstanding. His aatma connected to the 'Bhaarath' in India, more than most people born in this country. How profound are his thoughts! If someone loves India despite all the superficial flaws, he has to be connected to the spiritualuty of this land. Unbelievable how he could understand India through her own unique way. Naman🙏

[@Kar08Mie]

Wow, how does Max find these gem of people all the time? Learning so much from these interviews (all of his)!

[@isshiomi6364]

I have lived in Paris and other parts of Europe and observed the lifestyle of the Europeans... It's different than us, Indians.. When we subtract all that , you arrive human on earth.....Life is not a game of an addition ...life is a game of subtraction.... OMG! My body was full of goosebumps while listening him...Best wishes from Maharashtra

[@sampathkumar-ej7xl]

It is always the Jewish people that "get" India. Maybe they are smart and deeply analytical and have been all over the globe. I really learnt something about the Indian deification of the movie stars. I say jeff would have a great career explaining India to the world in a language that they would understand.

[@shubhamlele5395]

Out of the three abrahamic faiths, 2 drained india, and the same two drained the jews. We bond over common suffering. It is also why we can relate to the West Indians, Australians, Africans etc by hating common traumatisers

[@Zelielz1]

Interesting enough, there has been jewish prescence in India for more than 1500 years. Integrated with the indian society and never discriminated, the bnei menashe and bnei abraham community.

[@JG-qy6fe]

Shame is a rather shallow reading of Indian soceity. Its far too simplistic. Karma and moksha would be the more philosphical & deeper rooted aspects that guide Indian society at large.

[@j1407bmoon]

An average Indian person in day to day life would hardly think about karma and moksha. Jeff is correct. Indian society runs on shame ...what will people say... ... what will my parents think, or feel... etc

[@JG-qy6fe]

@@j1407bmoon then thats not a specific characteristic of Indians at all. Shame applies to any and all soceities anywhere in the world. In fact shame is most rampant in western societies where dress codes, grooming language prejudices and consciousness are at its peak.

[@contrarian322]

I am probably the only one who doesn’t have a problem with slumdog being derogatory 😅 My only problem with it is it didn’t deserve any oscars . It wasn’t that good a movie. 😊

[@kaliprasad7689]

One thing I know that western society is about laws but Indian culture is about duty(dharma). So western sees us as chaotic and lawless society. But we need less laws because we are duty bound society. When someone doesn't perform his duty he looked down by society.

[@kudra29]

Interesting insight!!

[@Kathakathan11]

Not anymore, so many people are breaking the laws and they don’t care how society looks at them 😢

[@mahipal9]

Honestly, I didn't expect such kind of intelligence from someone who is from entertainment industry. For me, they have been just entertainers;ignorant from what is happening around them. This guy is awesome.

[@siddharthraychaudhuri7250]

I hope your pre-conceived notions have been broken. Let's not judge from outside. Many people in the movie industry are actually quite learned and wise.

[@Jasmine_Sangma]

There comes the prejudice. Jeff so rightly explained about the importance of being able to empathise with people. Being judgemental diminishes your ability to understand the other person, whether he/she is from the entertainment industry or not.

[@ashokpillai963]

The title should be changed. This is a lot more than what 'everyone should know about Indian movies'. In fact, it is so full of wisdom, if you just dropped the 'Indian movies' - it would be true. Like 'things everyone should know ... about India ?'. Should anyway definitely rethink the title. Perhaps just add ', and much much more...'

[@MaxChernov]

Changed, thanks

[@idoit5005]

Wow this guy can really talk! Yes he’s smart but most smart people can’t talk like this.

[@experimentalcooking7505]

I guess he is the only person i felt i wanted to hear more and more, such clearity of thoughts in every aspect, i wish the interview was a bit longer....but it was nice to end this year with these thoughts 😊

[@tuptimmalakul771]

Brilliant man who truly understands life. Simply the best interview ranging from religion, comparative culture, Indian society, and so articulate . I am not from India but have lived in that continent and understood its deep culture.

[@musemotif]

Such a lovely interview. I really liked how he realised that to understand what India really is, one has to live here for some time to feel it…it can’t be done from outside…so NRI still hold on to their culture even though they have left their country far far behind…

[@Bharatiya1907]

Indian cinema is not just bollywood. There are sandalwood, mollywood, kollywood, tollywood

[@RahulSaini-gm1iy]

Man, what a clean n clear understanding this guy has. Very positive and such a nice 3ay he has to put forward. Could be a director/storyteller himself.

[@oldmonkdaytrader]

Most wise guest from your all recent episodes.....👌👌

[@dharmani_youtube]

Commenting and sharing this video for the algorithm cause this truly is one of the best kind of interviews I have seen and it deserves to be watched by a way bigger audience.

[@_Yagyaseni]

You know what’s funny - American and Russian come to talk about India 😂😂

[@vaniganapathi830]

Great comment! Nice

[@khushboosharma7460]

With this interview your chanel becomes the best channel on KZbin Max! What an impressive and engaging conversation... The clarity of thoughts that Jeff Goldberg posseses is unreal! The way he articulated Indianism was educational to me despite being an Indian!

[@diyaeroastro]

Max Chernov just bumped on true artist & a gem. Please Max we want learn more from him . Please one more detailed podcast . Jeff awesome human being.

[@blank4381]

Stardom is fading which is much better for Indian cinema you will get to produce big budget movies,while paying less money to the actors.

[@itsraahul]

Damn, I felt like I'm listening to a Modern Day Philospher ! Much respect 🙏🏼 This guy made me Sub to your channel

[@amrExplore]

His sincere and accurate interpretation of India and Indians. Enjoyed hearing Jeff. Max thank you for bringing on Jeff.

[@nov619]

This has to be one of the best and accurate perspective of India and its people and culture. The best part is how much he appreciates it.

[@ShutupPavs]

Damn this guys way too wise to not be famous. All of those profound philosophical thoughts trapped in his head waiting to see the light of day. Would love to hear from this dude.

[@Codetutor-DemystifyCoding]

Man!!! This guy is very profound and articulate. The things he said about Indians and the way he set cultural context was very revealing. Very well spoken and captivating speaker.

[@carrad123456]

Jeff you are awesome , you have spoken Indian spirituality, when you said there is no addition required but subtraction of labels, these are steps on spritual path. May God bless you!

[@betweencephapirin]

Wow man just wow , i didn't expect this at all . Such a deep philosophical view on things . Its like he opened up his third eye to the knowledge

[@BANANAS2011]

He seems to be an extremely intelligent person who could understand and articulate so well. I have lived in India all my life until recently and I could never observe even 1% of what he has described.

[@Rishi6901]

Really this man understand Indian society very well and accurate that I'm not able to think.

[@vinay249]

I don't like and don't glorify this deification of actor because they only see their fans as number who they can exploit by doing tobacco ads and skin fairness cream ads etc. They don't care about us they just spit on us. Look at all shahrukh khans 90s and early 2000s movies he is just glorifying stalking , emotional blackmail, toxic masculinity in the name of love etc without even caring about how it will affect society. For Hindi movie directors - I think Anurage kashyup is still Hindi cinemas best director of 21st century

[@A_QuestioningSoul]

Yeah he's Indian for sure.. he's got the gist at his core..it is being an individual and also the whole..🙏🏾

[@rajendranimmagadda]

Great interview ... Jeffs interview is much better than any recent Bollywood movie I watched recently...for me the most interesting aspect was a person from a individualistic society talk about a collective society... but Jeff comes across as a Human who can live happily in both these places...he is how a human should really be

[@veronv4536]

Jeff is a greatly evolved human being and he articulates his observations so eloquently. 👍😍Obviously he has great knowledge of how societies have developed and the fundamental principles of the east vs the west. A great interview , thanks Max..😁🙏🥰

[@vrindakhatore]

This was a beautiful episode! This man and his perspectives are inspiring and enriching for the soul.

[@Luladasilva217]

Why don't you go to Pakistan? Pakistan and USA are best friends forever isn't it?

[@poojasingla9693]

Wow.. he is actually putting views that we actually believe in so articulate manner

[@aleenaprasannan2146]

His outlook to reading actually made me think and appreciate how important writing is. That single sentance of 'It's amazing what we have written down', kind of inspires me to write down some of my thoughts and publish it, no matter how unrefined I think my writing is. As humans, we do not have the special capability some animals have of inheriting memories from ancestors. Instead we developed writing and reading, by which we transfer information both current and future generations. It is through writing and reading that we aquired such such deep and wide collective intelligence and became this advanced as a species. A lot of us isn't really consciously aware that knowledge, technologies, arts, culture and craftsmanship; all of them can actually be lost from societies, writing and reading is the only way we have to prevent that.

[@harisadu8998]

See, how did street kids in slumdog millionaire who were real kids from the streets grow up to become English speaking kids with British accents like Dev Patel? That's the sort of feeling we get that it wasn't authentic.

[@PositivismAtItsBest]

Can you make a video with Ivana Parkovic of Travel blog iv channel of KZbin She is Dutch and chose India for her start up- she lives in Bangalore I think

[@Arya-cs7kj]

The fact that he believes people should see 'Bollywood as a genre' is again seeing the issue with a western perspective. His views are only valid for couple of Indian movies that show Indian themes packaged with western sensibilities. Why would we need to see a cinema which is not similar to us as just "different from us" nd not as "something of thier own/unique"? The problem with western pov (his view) is that instead of understanding other cultures, they just over simplify things related to that culture. That's not how things work.

[@Roar1921]

I understand your point. However, he has tried his best to see things from our perspective, more than mentally colonized Indians have

[@sushmabhat5234]

This guy is very intelligent, such an accurate understanding

[@shobhapai8927]

❤❤❤ I used to read one book at least every day. Reading kept me sane during my teenage days. Gardening is pretty cool in our life. Just do whatever makes you happy. You get to live once😊

[@banksterkid5930]

Ask italian about pineapple pizza THAT'S how we feel about Slumdog

[@shankmr5899]

Mumbai not only India. Come out from big cities like Chennai, Kolkata, Banglore, Delhi & Extra .... Rural life is a back bone of India. At least just rotate your eyes upon villages & small cities.

[@sachinuchil8890]

This man is brilliant. His insights on India and her people are doctorate level !

[@Shrie]

khans actors dosent represent india.

[@Prefer2remainAnon]

I disagree with Bollywood being a genre. The Hindi film industry has multiple genres - even our crime noir, horror, comedy films follow the 5-act structure. Our film industry cannot be boxed into a genre.

[@suni13]

One of the most interesting episodes ever!

[@raunakkbanerjee9016]

This was an extraordinary interview.. mad respect for the deep insights shared by Jeff

[@FakeNeta]

What a educated fella ..he explained society better than my sociology professor 😊

[@famebox8425]

What's the meaning of life ? It's up to you .... Boom 💥... Well said.... Opened my eyes 👍🤝

[@bhaks1046]

Brilliant interview !!! Jeff is a awesome guest 🙂

[@summiitt]

This is one of the best interviews , I have seen. It's great. Times like this, this is needed.

[@AQ_ROX07]

Tollywood movies are better than Bollywood movies

[@Dattatreya-pm4lq]

Superlative Insights My Good Sirs ....

[@DeepakTaunk]

If you have lots of money, India is the best to live in because of its feudalistic society. Above and over that if you are a Firangi Gora White Man, India is the best place to command social respect even if one is penniless. Nothing new story in this video. Lots of Goras do not want to leave India because the special priviledges they command from common man. 🙂

[@vijaytellslinesevergreen2086]

Who told you we are obsessed with sahrukh Khan .they are showing you that we just try to be nice

[@shivamchandrol8641]

Wow that’s a refreshing and clear point of view on things 😮 I think I agree on that as an Indian especially his view on individualistic and collective society.

[@gangapoornima]

Pfff. cool guy.......cool interview....but i still favor Indian movies.......not Bollywood movies, i actually do not like Bollywood movies anymore, and Bollywood has a Western gaze, makes so many copies !!! Superwhitening, Sex Education from Netlfix has more substance and colour if i caompare with the last ten Bollywood movies.... since after my 20's i stopped Bollywood movies, i have a dark skin and i was sick of it.....even though i was raised with Bollywood. Check out nandita Das btw !

[@vedants.vispute77]

Again, dont misunderstand that we in our daily lives are like, "oh that's SRK on the poster wow lets dance"... All these perceptions that we treat them as god comes due to MUMBAI. Mumbai is the hometown of these celebrities which is why foreigners picture us this way. Celebrities can be found on the streets or in cars sometimes. Visitors do imagine this when visiting Mumbai due to stereotypes among youngsters.. Delhi/Mumbai, North East/Kerala, and all other places very diverse from each other. Mumbai is visited by tourists which makes you perceive that people are obsessed with Bollywood stars.. Even the locals have the idea that the industry is here lets see whats happening..

[@AJ-mp6zs]

Wish he'll do a South Indian film... It'll be a different level he'll face ....

[@shivashakthi1918]

Jeff sensed his Indianness and his journey to his soul with a level of clarity and compassion that is hard to beat..

[@VamshiKrishna-r6d]

Daily guests can be changed but the clips max add in every videos showing india is constant 😂 Love from hyd ❤️

[@techessentials4105]

People like Shahrukh and Amir Don't represent India, it's a misconception they are just an actor,we can't accept Gutkha(a type of tabacco )seller as a Role model 😂😂😂

[@carrad123456]

Shame and Guilt two strong negative emotions , very well explained which part of world has which one of these in higher proportion . Shame doesn’t let individual to go against what is going on in society for huge past and so individualism gets hampered, however what is unique in this Indian society is if you continue walk on path of taking shame from society and still be independent, and your actions and intent of actions help society in some way or other , you are accepted though it may mean after long time. That openness of acceptance in shame based society is also unique feature that let this civilisation go on but it is very difficult to break.

[@nikithkasula4040]

Well….. nobody especially the late millennials and gen Z will agree with calling some actor a god. Especially in Mumbai, we live around these individuals, all the stardom they get is cause we like to watch films, but don’t consider them as god. Instead it’s a wierd imagery of us Indians, in western minds that we treat them as gods. We like them for their work, and it’s just the collective liking that you see. Also it’s because of some PR stunts like Salman khan releasing movies during Eid cuz only the Muslim poor folks will go and see his mediocre movie.

[@ravivaishster]

An American expat in the UK observed British Asians in a crowded NHS waiting room. He realized that for every single patient, there were two or three family members or friends present supporting them. Every one there was well dressed and on their best behaviour, so as not to lose face among their friends and neighbours.

[@SAPPPPPPP]

RESPECT AND LOVE ……….JEFF!

[@cishoreved]

I think this Video did a true justice of interviewing about what is living in India and what India makes you feel. I'm not saying this because Jeff praised mostly but he provided the reasons of his opinion and the clarity of why he has his opinions. I really appreciate Jeff Goldberg and your time for doing this 🙏

[@abhiJI3045]

posh mumbai/delhi are cocoons not real India. Come settle in east UP or Bihar please and understand why Indians are leaving their country at record pace

[@newbie7789]

We can say God of acting not The God. Don't misunderstand the use of the word God in India. You got it wrong

[@demorvie]

We dont really lookup to Sharuk khan. This guy runs with bollywood not the common person.

[@NaveenKumar-vj9sc]

Loved the way he articulated with careful selection of words. This can only be done by the people who experienced and loved India. So many valuable insights especially the comparison of Western so Indian society. Beautiful. I don't want it to end. Max be you should make more interviews with him.

[@devyanimani8455]

I really enjoyed this conversation. He expresses himself really well with depth of understanding, respect and compassion.

[@7aarthiv]

He seemed to have a more profound understanding of Indian culture than most indians. Most of us can't articulate this as well as he did.. loved the conversation

[@ShipinPro]

What a fantastic perspective about India. Someone who has truly understood the beauty of India. It is a 5000 year old chain of culture.

[@owk9018]

At the end when he says lawyers are artists people may laugh at him. But being in this business for such a long time I can confirm that.

[@ansumanmishra7864]

F*ck... No one treats actors as God here...

[@understanding.everything]

Sone idiots do bro

[@induchopra3014]

Bakwas kar Raha hai. Bakwas pe bakwas. Confidently. Shit

[@5891irhs]

Some people do

[@harmonica6141]

Yes they do bro…especially down south

[@sunithaa.n.5028]

Only intellectual people who will be only a 15_20% in any country won't treat actors as gods.But more than 40 %of people in a country like India with a large population of people with low education will consider actors as gods.

[@creepy_assassin6234]

Gahddamn. This guy should start a podcast. If he hasnt already

[@josephsummer7762]

On point 👍👍

[@onfirebolt]

So wholesome

[@avinashsimon1988]

Clicked this video with a preconceived notion that he is just another white man who came to India in search of 'spirituality' and 'inner self'. I was wrong. His humility and deep understanding of India, its culture and the people was so impressive. It's always good to listen to well learned outsiders, who can knowledgeably talk about India, which would give us a good outsiders perspective.

[@monty5308]

Superb,insightful and accurate views on India and Indian culture. No doubt, aided by his "unlearning" of western ways and developing "patience". He has cracked it !

[@SkpalTube]

Awesome interview

[@ravicraoify]

Wise gentleman! Very interesting conversation. Take aways for me: 1.\ Western world is built on Guilt. India is built on Shame. Famous saying in Indian middle class: "Duniya ka sabse badaa rog, mere baare mein kya kahenge log." sums it up for me. 2.\ 1+1 is not 2 always in real world. For example; 1 Mango + 1 Mango can never be equal to 2 Mangoes if you think deep. The real challenge here is to first find 2 exactly identical mangoes. Thats the truth about nature.