Fresno, CALIFORNIA: Does It Deserve The Bashing It Gets? What We Saw In The Raisin Capital

Episode 3: We visited Fresno, California.
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  • @gregtracynaron2840
    @gregtracynaron28403 ай бұрын

    Thanks for putting Fresno in a good light.

  • @aliceknows3375
    @aliceknows33753 ай бұрын

    Central valley baby!! The agricultural powerhouse is right, so much is grown here, it's amazing.

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Jimmy Carter’s peanuts 🥜

  • @kobartlett

    @kobartlett

    3 ай бұрын

    Peanuts aren’t grown in the Valley. Almonds, Pistachios, yes​@@TOCC50

  • @brookswilson1072
    @brookswilson10723 ай бұрын

    I grew up in Fresno from 1945 to 1967. It was approximately 80,000 in population at the time. The Central Valley, also known as the San Joaquin Valley, is considered by many as the fruit and bread basket of the world. The large basin of the Valley collects a lot of smog from the San Francisco and Los Angeles areas plus it's own contribution. The last 20-30 years have seen an improvement of the air quality, but we are experiencing a huge influx of people from SF and LA as a result of the high cost of living. Fresno now has 546,000 people and Clovis next door has 125,000+. It is quickly becoming another Los Angeles with traffic problems, crime and other issues brought by population influx. It is a nice place to live, close to both the coast and mountains, but getting harder to get around. A town southeast of Fresno by the name of Selma used to be the Raisin Capital, but Fresno usurped it. Merced to the north west called itself the Gateway to Yosemite, but Fresno took that away, too, by naming the airport the Fresno Yosemite Airport. The air terminal is still called the Fresno Air Terminal (FAT) by the FAA. Yes, there are lots of homeless - we used to call them bums. Yes, there is trash and graffiti. Most of the poor live "south of the tracks," but there are lots of poor neighborhoods surrounding the immediate downtown. The reason you see clean streets downtown is that most of the city is now government offices (local, state and Federal) and the present mayor tries very hard to keep the area clean. People don't live there in large quantities. They commute from the northern suburbs. The downtown is largely Hispanic now. In the "old" days, there were a number of great, art deco theaters now somewhat run down: the Crest, Hardy's, White, Warnor's and Wilson. Cost of living is better than most places in California. The interesting homes you were looking at about 20 minutes in on the video are called Craftsmen homes - something developed by Sears and Roebuck. Very nicely designed and built. It does get hot in the summer - low 100's, but as we like to joke, "It's dry heat." North Fresno and Clovis are the places to go for shops, restaurants and services. All in all, Fresno is a good place to live, perhaps better than most areas of California. Unfortunately, people are finding us out and moving here. Thanks for your nice review. Many of us hope that Fresno keeps getting bashed to keep the population down, but we are obviously losing.

  • @eileenfrank3686

    @eileenfrank3686

    3 ай бұрын

    Born and raised in Visalia, approximately 45 minutes south of Fresno. @brookswilson1072 enjoy your comments on the area. I might add that the hot San Joaquin Valley summers have been part of the landscape for as long as I can remember; the explosive gas/electric bills that doubled for me in the past 3 years have been directly linked to the Biden administration.

  • @Woketard

    @Woketard

    3 ай бұрын

    It's almost like encouraging unhealthy population growth results in decay...there's way too many living in this nation now.

  • @kobartlett

    @kobartlett

    3 ай бұрын

    Moved to The No in 67. Left and returned but to Lemoore in 76. I left for good in 88. As long as you stay in North West Fresno. It’s all right but the gangs graffiti and homeless have gotten out of control still way better than San Francisco though an hour into the mountains in 2 1/2 hours to the coast if you can’t handle it

  • @JariahSalas

    @JariahSalas

    Ай бұрын

    As someone who lives in Southeast Fresno, I’m seeing a lot of diversity with whites, blacks, Asians, Indians, Hispanics, etc. It’s changing a lot.

  • @landonsgram
    @landonsgram3 ай бұрын

    Being a long time resident, I was afraid to open this. You are right, Fresno gets bashed a lot. Thank you for showing what a nice place it is.

  • @feltongailey8987

    @feltongailey8987

    3 ай бұрын

    I think people are confusing it with Sacto.

  • @Jennifer-fj4wf

    @Jennifer-fj4wf

    2 ай бұрын

    Fresno is trash

  • @Rog2theD

    @Rog2theD

    2 ай бұрын

    @Jennifer-fj4wf as are you, but we put up with you, don't we?

  • @briantravelman

    @briantravelman

    Ай бұрын

    "Nice place"😂 I was just there and you are incredibly ignorant if you genuinely believe that and are trying to sell people on that. It has nice areas like every city, but in general it's not a place.

  • @SylviaDelaCruz-tl1jc
    @SylviaDelaCruz-tl1jc3 ай бұрын

    Nice to see the state of California where many of my Filipino countrymen lives .

  • @Mariel_Moon
    @Mariel_Moon3 ай бұрын

    Do people in US understand how beautiful country they have? The nature is unique! I love it! ❤❤❤❤

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Obama will destroy it

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Obama hates it

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Obama’s not finished with us yet

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    It’s turning into Africa

  • @christophers7753

    @christophers7753

    3 ай бұрын

    Nope, not a chance, kinda sad, but that's people for ya. Regards to you, stay cool & keep your heart forever like that.

  • @rjevande
    @rjevande3 ай бұрын

    Welcome to Fresno, Joe and Nic! Been a resident for over 20+ years (originally from the Bay Area). Regarding homelessness, they do exist but they are just outside the downtown area (near the shelters). Our current mayor was the former police chief and does what he can to have them not squat within the downtown area. When you get the chance (if you haven't already), check out the nearby Yosemite NP, Sequoia NP as well Shaver Lake, Bass Lake and Huntington Lake in the Sierra Nevadas.

  • @aonori71

    @aonori71

    3 ай бұрын

    I agree. I live in Fresno, homeless is a big issue, but they live at the south west area, s. G street area. Our mayer put tremendous effort to change our downtown, we have a volunteer group every week to clean streets, that is why the downtown is much cleaner what you see.

  • @highway9974
    @highway99743 ай бұрын

    Fresno is a republican stronghold a huge city, and lots of diversity. Lots of farming here. Grate place to live been here all my life. Big city with big city problems. But lots of lakes snow nearby and the beach is nearby.

  • @phoenixrising7623

    @phoenixrising7623

    3 ай бұрын

    👍

  • @chowchillachuck
    @chowchillachuck3 ай бұрын

    I used to visit Fresno frequently on business. I really grew to love the place. In fact, the only thing I miss since retiring are my trips to Fresno. I used to call it my "home away from home".

  • @m.d.grimes1622
    @m.d.grimes16223 ай бұрын

    US 99 was the only way through San Juaquin Valley when I was a child, we used to stop at the different fruit/vegetable stands along the road. My favorite stop was near Fresno for watermelon, they kept them floating in old concrete cattle troughs with blocks of ice. My Dad would buy one and they'd split it open for us, we'd sit on the fenders of our '49 Chevy and eat and spit seeds to hearts content. It's weird to be so old...we may have enjoyed the last of the best. I hope there's some watermelons left for the rest of you. 😁😁😎😎👍👍

  • @catlover614
    @catlover6143 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed this video ! Fresno looks like a beautiful city. I love all the old theatres, and the photos of them lit up at night, gorgeous ! The food looks delicious, and the dessert looks awesome ! Thanks so much, Joe and Nic, a great video as always !🥰

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    It's a nice town, CL. Couldn't find any cats there, though, lol. :)

  • @catlover614

    @catlover614

    3 ай бұрын

    @@JoeandNicsRoadTrip That's okay !😺 An awesome video ! Thanks again !😊

  • @dinaturmataroc2486

    @dinaturmataroc2486

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes!.I agree! Would never live in CA.!!!!😮

  • @YippydaSnoop

    @YippydaSnoop

    3 ай бұрын

    It's only dangerous in the night time there's a couple miles of homeless camps by downtown

  • @nancyparker9986

    @nancyparker9986

    3 ай бұрын

    There is good everywhere on this planet…..some people just can’t see it in CA which is sad.

  • @alexlopez9816
    @alexlopez98163 ай бұрын

    Born and raised in Fresno, CA. I love my home. Thank you so much for showing the good Fresno has to offer. Ooh... you forgot to cruise down Blackstone 😬

  • @rawbeartoe_AK

    @rawbeartoe_AK

    2 ай бұрын

    With all the agriculture in the area, are pesticides a problem? I read that about Bakersfield.

  • @icecreamman265

    @icecreamman265

    10 күн бұрын

    I stayed in a hotel on blackstone, kind of dodgy but not the worst place ive ever stayed

  • @justmyopinion9883
    @justmyopinion98833 ай бұрын

    I have been waiting for you and Nicole to come to the Central Valley of California. Thank you for touring Fresno, CA. I am a lifelong resident of a town 20 miles north of Fresno, named Madera. I have lots of family who live in Fresno. I hope you and Nicole enjoyed your time here. I am going to save this video and share it with my family members. 😊

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    We did and were both big fans of Fresno. It’s really nice town.

  • @justmyopinion9883

    @justmyopinion9883

    3 ай бұрын

    @@JoeandNicsRoadTrip Thank you.

  • @vanvilaikat3396
    @vanvilaikat33963 ай бұрын

    Great job in showing the good side of Freno without bias. Love both of your attitudes and will enjoy your next video. Thanks ❤

  • @mariesheppard3750
    @mariesheppard37503 ай бұрын

    Wow Fresno was so beautiful and clean. Dinner look so good, Thanks again wonderful trip

  • @Rog2theD
    @Rog2theD3 ай бұрын

    Fresno isn't nearly as bad as people make it out to be. I was there for a week on a business trip and it was an okay city. Nothing spectacular but some decent food, nice architecture, and certainly better than some other cities in the valley.

  • @lugi25

    @lugi25

    3 ай бұрын

    Agree, ASA Fresno native. We're not that bad, and we have a lot of nice nature around us.

  • @Jennifer-fj4wf

    @Jennifer-fj4wf

    2 ай бұрын

    You can’t make a decision on a city based off of you being there a damn week

  • @92mrsrdb
    @92mrsrdb3 ай бұрын

    Great video of our community. Thanks for appreciating what we have tendency to take for granted. Safe travels

  • @nancyparker9986
    @nancyparker99863 ай бұрын

    Thank you Joe and Nic for always showing the positive side of everywhere you travel to. More people need to take a lesson from you two on positivity! Too much negativity in this world …..God Bless and safe travels!

  • @alankirkby465
    @alankirkby4653 ай бұрын

    Im English, I live in England, UK. I once visited Fresno, ( By chance ) in 1979. Wandering around Fresno, ( down town )early evening came across a Cinema, In Cinema queue possibly all folk appeared Mexican. I noticed star of Movie was Cantinflas ( hope I spelt his name correctly) Anyway, Peace to all.

  • @jdos5643

    @jdos5643

    3 ай бұрын

    @robolgatree5815a Mexican comedian. Fresno has a large Hispanic population.

  • @maebailey8903
    @maebailey89033 ай бұрын

    Hi there Joe and Nicole! I agree with you about the old Fresno courthouse, but remember that Cali is earthquake country, which can affect the life expectancy of our architecture. If you are impressed with Fresno, you will be blown away by our beautful coastal cities, yes! Including Oakland. Be sure to visit the Crocker Highlands, Rockridge, Trestle Glen Road and Montclair districts to see beautiful neighborhoods, Lake Merritt in the center of downtown, the thousands of acres of surrounding regional parks and the former Mills College now Northeastern. And of course the Oakland Hills and the Jack London Oak Tree downtown; Rockridge is one of the largest examples of pure Craftsman architecture also found in parts of Berkeley; the Oakland Museum of California is very special and check out the Estuary and Jack London Square; in spite of the crime numbers we have felt safe in our 47 years here with NO incidents and of course a Mediterranean climate that is the best in the country! Have fun!

  • @josephnason8770
    @josephnason87703 ай бұрын

    Watching now. Man did you nail the beginning of this video with the place names and temperatures while driving and filming. You were blessed with great weather too. Now to finish watching.

  • @abdulazizsaleh9567
    @abdulazizsaleh95672 ай бұрын

    Thank you.. This city means a lot to me💕 In Fresno, I studied in 1998 at the University of California, which I hoped would be photographed and depicted because it is located on the largest Blackstone Street in Fresno. Which has one of the best and most prestigious colleges of agriculture in the world. There is also an upscale area to enjoy during the weekend . Edwards Theater With its restaurants, cafes, cinema and shops... My affection for Fresno and the memories of studying as my first city in America are still there... Thank you Thank you for bringing back some good memories of Fresno I wish you good and happy times...beautiful trips💐🥇👍🏻 Greetings from kingdom of Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦🌛

  • @henrymerino6038
    @henrymerino60383 ай бұрын

    The California haters come alive if you say anything good about it, Hate is an illness Love is a Blessing ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @bearclawvelez370
    @bearclawvelez3703 ай бұрын

    Joe and Nic, you should go up to Northern California's Redwood Forest area and check out The Redwood State Parks none as Ave of the Giants as well as Humboldt county. You should visit Ferndale which is a very clean village with no homeless people as for homeless you should visit Eureka and Arcata

  • @GladysAlicea

    @GladysAlicea

    3 ай бұрын

    Eureka's pretty far north, and it's full of homeless now? Wow. I love California but had to leave when I became disabled. Had a condo in S.F. on straight side of Lombard Street. Used to travel the state; miss it so, and I love Fresno, but always there for work, so I missed those beautiful old theaters and buildings.

  • @richjaneRN
    @richjaneRN3 ай бұрын

    America, I believe is the most beautiful country in the whole world. From mountain ranges, to lakes, and deserts, the state parks and the canyons, wow everything is overwhelmingly beautiful. And yes, Fresno is not that bad. It's clean and beautiful. And oh I just love how you talk in this video, a voice that everyone wants to listen to even the kids will probably do. 😊

  • @rudymontalvo2002
    @rudymontalvo20023 ай бұрын

    Thanks to our mayor Jerry promises kept in cleaning up our city ❤

  • @mobbedout2894

    @mobbedout2894

    Ай бұрын

    Jerry dyer chomo

  • @primitivebulliestony9090
    @primitivebulliestony90903 ай бұрын

    Welcome to FRESNO. Nice to see you do a documentary about it. Hopefully, your stay was good and welcoming. Next time you come to FRESNO, hit me up. I'll show you some places that NOT to many visitors will see.

  • @janellek21
    @janellek213 ай бұрын

    A friend of mine from L.A. calls Fresno the anus of California (look who's talking!). I don't know if she's ever actually been there or not. Thanks for showing us it's actually a decent place! [Aside from the courthouse that looks like a giant air filter...]

  • @tomroberts7221
    @tomroberts72213 ай бұрын

    As a little boy I lived in downtown Fresno. Beginning when I was about 7 or 8 years old (1956-1957) my parents would allow me to see a movie alone at the Wilson Theater on Friday nights. I walked to and from the Theater by myself and never had any trouble. The "Main Drag" for teenagers was on Fulton Street, which is the street that the Wilson Theater is on. It was like the movie American Graffiti.

  • @redskinjim

    @redskinjim

    3 ай бұрын

    In the 70s we cruised belmont and yes just like the movies. later it switched to Blackstone

  • @warbirdwf
    @warbirdwf3 ай бұрын

    You or your wife need to do a video on your wifes discipline and dedication to keeping herself in such good health/shape! To maintain her fitness while traveling and eating out so much is quite impressive. I really enjoy your videos and the nostalgic feelings they can trigger when viewing old buildings, cities, etc.. Folks over 50 like me seem to get more and more nostalgic as we get older.

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Not a bad idea!

  • @SpiKSpaN-ei6zq

    @SpiKSpaN-ei6zq

    3 ай бұрын

    She is attractive. I say that in a respectful way

  • @glenpeterson5321

    @glenpeterson5321

    3 ай бұрын

    I’m 76 and less and less nostalgic every day. The 60’s sucked. I love todays culture and architecture.

  • @Paris.Kalachnikov

    @Paris.Kalachnikov

    3 ай бұрын

    I like her hair

  • @Khayyam-vg9fw

    @Khayyam-vg9fw

    3 ай бұрын

    @@glenpeterson5321 Your testimony would be more impressive if your profile were more informative.

  • @LyleFrancisDelp
    @LyleFrancisDelp3 ай бұрын

    Growing up in Galena Park, TX, all us guys used to ride our bikes to the city dump, and root through all the stuff. On a good day, you could find enough parts to assemble a complete bicycle....or even a lawnmower.

  • @Crowdog1234
    @Crowdog12343 ай бұрын

    No friend, Selma is the raisin capital of the world.

  • @robsnizzle7

    @robsnizzle7

    3 ай бұрын

    T.Y.

  • @ordinarypete
    @ordinarypete3 ай бұрын

    Joe! You guys have to visit the Underground Gardens here! It’s right off the 99!! People come from all over the world to visit it and we locals ignore it! If you pass back on your way back home.. gotta stop and there’s an In&Out across the street.

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    We did try to visit the Underground Gardens, and I was going to video them, but they were closed. It looks like they're being renovated.

  • @marksnyder8022

    @marksnyder8022

    3 ай бұрын

    I saw that on a TV show. A whole little world dug into the ground with open spaces that have orange trees growing up through them. Built to beat the Central Valley heat. California is Spanish for furnace. Spanish missionaries gave it that name when they travelled up the Imperial and Central valleys in the 1700s

  • @williamritchey9852

    @williamritchey9852

    3 ай бұрын

    Saw in the Fresno Bee, the Underground Gardens is reopening soon…quite a place. Lifelong resident of San Joaquin Valley; work downtown at the regional medical center for years. The mayor and city have been working hard on the homeless problem. Left the Denny’s you featured one morning, a couple of years ago…was parked near the entrance. Was followed to my car by a man hiding around the corner. I sped up, jumped in my car, locked the door, just as he tried to get in back door. He was jerking on the handle as I started the car and sped off! Pismo’s is a great restaurant! Great job, effort, and editing of your video of Fresno! Now a subscriber! Safe travels!

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    @@williamritchey9852 Awesome, thank you!

  • @Jay-Leigh
    @Jay-Leigh3 ай бұрын

    Another fantastic watch. Thank you guys.

  • @Snuffles559
    @Snuffles5593 ай бұрын

    Fresno is an incredibly beautiful city with incredibly friendly people. When I first visited Fresno in 2021, I was absolutely amazed. Having been born and raised in Pasadena, I've noticed that the city has become increasingly less economical to live in over the years. Because of this, I am confidently planning to move to Fresno in the summer.

  • @jeffreywhitaker5154

    @jeffreywhitaker5154

    3 ай бұрын

    Welcome!

  • @Aquasoulleoluna

    @Aquasoulleoluna

    2 ай бұрын

    I grew up in Pasadena myself and now am living in Vegas, & it’s beginning to a bit more costly due to the influx of people who’ve migrated from Cali. My Mom has lived in Fresno for years and has been trying to convince me to move to be closer to her. She’s getting ready to retire, so I just may move to the No to enjoy a less fast paced environment and to enjoy spending quality time with my Mom while I am still able to. Godspeed on your move!

  • @JariahSalas

    @JariahSalas

    Ай бұрын

    Welcome to Fresno. 😀

  • @bradhampton6457
    @bradhampton64573 ай бұрын

    Beautiful city Joey. Thanks for sharing.

  • @tudo8412
    @tudo84123 ай бұрын

    I’ve been to this place once when I was in school in the early 80s. My friend’s parents house is in Fresno but he studies at Orange County and because he doesn’t have a car so he asks me to drive him home every summer break (because he has a sister…😁). The impression I left here was going to pick Cheery which I will never forget. Thanks JOE & NIC brought back beautiful memories for me.

  • @loiscobb687
    @loiscobb6873 ай бұрын

    Good Saturday morning wherever you are today. Awesome video

  • @catholiccrusader5328

    @catholiccrusader5328

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @zoidmo3388

    @zoidmo3388

    3 ай бұрын

    Right back at you. Blessings be yours.

  • @amyroberts5445
    @amyroberts54453 ай бұрын

    Lol I've lived here 49 years (my entire life) and I'm impressed with how we're looking on your video too! 😂 We have our homeless, we have trash... but they've been really trying to revamp our downtown area and it really is nice down there now. And you know, in 49 years, half of which was lived in the poorest most gang populated area, I've never been mugged, never had a car stolen, i did have a cat broken into once 20+ years ago and all they stole were my cassette tapes 😂. It does get miserably hot here, and we get terrible tule fog in the winter, but other than that it's been a pretty good home to me. Thank you for such a great video❤

  • @jlhudock
    @jlhudock3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tour. That was really interesting.

  • @doogalloonni
    @doogalloonni3 ай бұрын

    With 8 inches of snow, and still coming down, I'm enjoying the Lushness of where you are.

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Winter is the best season

  • @user-sd6lt5cw8s
    @user-sd6lt5cw8s3 ай бұрын

    Good job as usual guys! I like the pictures you add into your videos. Thank you for all your wonderful videos. 👍🏼

  • @LJones69
    @LJones693 ай бұрын

    People who have never lived in or visited California don’t realize that it probably has more agricultural than any other state in the country. Fresno is definitely an interesting city with an interesting history. For me, the biggest issue with Fresno is it now has a crime rate almost double that of the national average…

  • @user-vr3mr5eu7y

    @user-vr3mr5eu7y

    3 ай бұрын

    Ya sure, they divert water. Maybe it should be in Louisiana south Georgia more n save sum water but hey

  • @ronallen2220

    @ronallen2220

    3 ай бұрын

    ​@@user-vr3mr5eu7ydo you really think that somebody else hasn't though if that already. Also, if the water was managed by those who actually understand water, there would never be a shortage here.

  • @user-vr3mr5eu7y

    @user-vr3mr5eu7y

    3 ай бұрын

    @@ronallen2220 I think many people have I'm sure. Doesn't mean much, Many people think a lot of things.

  • @carlshowalter9629

    @carlshowalter9629

    3 күн бұрын

    @@ronallen2220 Saw a video where they floated plastic balls in the water to help reduce evaparation

  • @JackF99
    @JackF993 ай бұрын

    During the last century California had it all. Beauty, weather, jobs. Fantastically diverse geography, industries, culture and population. By far the most desired state to live in. Unfortunately that popularity caused 100 years of uncontrolled growth, all but ruining paradise by the turn of the century. Now everyone loves to bash her. I left in 1990 and glad I did but I still like to visit.

  • @kevinsit963
    @kevinsit9633 ай бұрын

    I like how you make Fresno look so normal and beautiful. I live here and it's not that beautiful, but I love this city.

  • @olinwright7628
    @olinwright76283 ай бұрын

    Thanks Always!!

  • @standfortruth7968
    @standfortruth79683 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much, what a wonderful video . Fresno is great town, had lots of good memories and friendships there.

  • @thomasvasquez4079
    @thomasvasquez40793 ай бұрын

    Beautiful areas. Alot of changes have been happening to the city, that's why cost of living has gone up. Im proud of my city and glad other people will get to see it's not all bad

  • @fcbaker65
    @fcbaker653 ай бұрын

    You Guy's just drove past me between Bakersfield & that big Halo's sign!..😎 You folks missed a lot of good stuff in between off the beaten path ,but you cant see everything right ,I grew up near Fresno in the 70's in a near by town called Clovis ,it was some of my favorite times growing up there! Awesome tour you two!..😍💯👍👍

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    We stayed in Clovis!

  • @robertwatts1664
    @robertwatts16643 ай бұрын

    I visited this city in 1993. I’m from England , so wasn’t used to the heat - it was 114 F! It didn’t feel too bad though, due the low humidity.

  • @devamail1

    @devamail1

    13 күн бұрын

    I live in Fresno. A week ago it was 96 with a nice breeze. I sat outside a long time because the air felt great! In the Midwest, 80 is terrible because of the humidity.

  • @randygyulay5114
    @randygyulay51143 ай бұрын

    Very nice. Thanks for the visit.

  • @brenttoman5485
    @brenttoman54853 ай бұрын

    Love the show! Beautiful architecture in Fresno !

  • @marcbenjamin9436
    @marcbenjamin94362 ай бұрын

    Fresno guy here. It really is a good place to live. Glad you recognized so many positive aspects. I work downtown and walk by the art and the theaters without your appreciation. Thank you for reminding me of its uniqueness.

  • @user-lp3io7hz3x
    @user-lp3io7hz3x3 ай бұрын

    Rockn' the socks n slides. Food looks fantastic. Steeply priced . Keep em coming ...

  • @Inquisition-BlackMetal
    @Inquisition-BlackMetal3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for doing our city Fresno. I’ve lived here all my life yes we have high crime, but I would rather live here than Oakland, San Francisco, or other neighboring cities near us. We don’t have as many smash and grabs breaking back windows The big thing here was colitic converters theft, the only thing I don’t like about Fresno as most people don’t is our high heat. Anyway, I like your channel and thanks for doing our city. we’ve been made fun ln TV shows and movies for decades thinking we’re just a dirt farmer town well we’re not we feed the world our agriculture industry is something to be proud of ranked in the billions of dollars. Fresno isn’t that bad of a town cheers 😊

  • @annedonlon2232
    @annedonlon22323 ай бұрын

    Beautiful, Thank both.

  • @albertrodriguez4190
    @albertrodriguez41904 күн бұрын

    Born and raised in Fresno. CW grad. Reedley College. Moved away numerous times after. I don't miss the heat.

  • @katiemiller1776
    @katiemiller1776Ай бұрын

    America the Beautiful! Thank you for sharing! ❤❤

  • @RobinGerhart
    @RobinGerhart3 ай бұрын

    Excellent, appreciate the time and editing it takes to bring us the drive, drone, stats and local scenery! Safe travels!

  • @rickg882
    @rickg8823 ай бұрын

    As a kid in the 60's my family vacationed in Yosemite and on the trip back to Los Angeles we would always stopped to visit Story Land at the park, I loved the place.

  • @andytaylor5476
    @andytaylor54763 ай бұрын

    Hi Joe. I've binged watched most of your travel videos. I enjoy them and thank you. Long time resident in the Bay Area. The state does not deserve all the bashing it gets. It's political driven for the most part. We have our share of tough challenges but will pull through. It's a large state with a lot of beauty and a geographically diverse population. Happy Trails.

  • @nancyparker9986

    @nancyparker9986

    3 ай бұрын

    100% agree with you ! I am a native CA in Bay Area also! Tons of beauty in this state and the best weather ever !

  • @carlshowalter9629

    @carlshowalter9629

    3 күн бұрын

    As a Texan I think your state is very beautiful but Gavin Newsum looks to be a tool. Dump him and move forward!

  • @andytaylor5476

    @andytaylor5476

    2 күн бұрын

    @@carlshowalter9629 Texas, the state that brings us governor Gregory Wayne Abbott ... Nope

  • @dewalt10-2-4
    @dewalt10-2-43 ай бұрын

    +++ excellent content. Great music on the road.. Thanks for the good work.. Prayers and Blessings..

  • @tplugnickel
    @tplugnickel3 ай бұрын

    Always look forward to your videos.

  • @armandogutierrez5212
    @armandogutierrez52123 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the memories I lived in Firebaugh in the 80’s.

  • @Gemelli2906
    @Gemelli29063 ай бұрын

    My dad lived in Fresno since 1990. He recently passed in Jan. He had said the homeless was terrible there. 😮

  • @EricT3769

    @EricT3769

    3 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear about your father.

  • @steveskibbie6577
    @steveskibbie65773 ай бұрын

    Great job sharing the truth about our city. Being able to see the beauty amidst some of the not-so-beautiful things (that every city has) is a good quality; probably developed by visiting a lot of other cities! Thank you and safe travels.

  • @DumbDrum
    @DumbDrum3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for being a fan of Fresno!

  • @patf.3776
    @patf.37762 ай бұрын

    I only found your channel about 3 weeks ago, but have already gone back to the beginning of this series. I love your style that really informs about a town. Can't wait for your next location.

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    2 ай бұрын

    Welcome aboard! We're glad you're here.

  • @ShyGirlAdventuresonYT
    @ShyGirlAdventuresonYT3 ай бұрын

    I love the quiet life of central CA!

  • @RupanagudiRaviShankar
    @RupanagudiRaviShankar3 ай бұрын

    From India: a very impressive city in any which way you look at it. thanks for showing all of us - efforts are yours - pleasure is ours. regards

  • @beverlyp480
    @beverlyp480Ай бұрын

    How nice to see. Hope it stays that way.💕

  • @horacesubayar794
    @horacesubayar7943 ай бұрын

    We discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago and are very impressed with the detail and candidness of your presentation so keep up the good work and we'll keep watching.

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @mass96mass
    @mass96mass3 ай бұрын

    Love this video, i was born & raised in Fresno. I moved away to Kentucky 3 years ago & miss it every day

  • @SombraLocs

    @SombraLocs

    2 ай бұрын

    Let me guess Louisville?

  • @mass96mass

    @mass96mass

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@SombraLocsBowling Green

  • @SajjadKhan-jn7cw
    @SajjadKhan-jn7cw3 ай бұрын

    Another beautiful video thanks for sharing joe and Nic 👍

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @lindadunn8787
    @lindadunn87873 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🎉

  • @oklahomafreedom5536
    @oklahomafreedom55363 ай бұрын

    The train station at Barstow brings back memories. That place is wild.

  • @soulblack621
    @soulblack6212 ай бұрын

    Fresno 1978...moved there from San Francisco when I was 7yrs old. I was shocked how small the downtown shopping district was.🤣

  • @1Ceemarie
    @1Ceemarie3 ай бұрын

    Always enjoy your videos and commentaries . Love the music track in the beginning on this one

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @Itagain2day
    @Itagain2day2 ай бұрын

    My hometown. Home sweet home. ❤

  • @phoenixrising7623
    @phoenixrising76233 ай бұрын

    Yes thank you for showing Fresno broad back so many memories from my high school years. When to Catholic School Fresno Adventist Academy👍🤩

  • @JariahSalas
    @JariahSalasАй бұрын

    I’ve lived here for 35 years. I lived away for 5. It’s changed so much since I was a kid. There’s lots to do & lots of places to go. It’s really grown for the good. I see a lot more diversity than I used to in southeast Fresno. All cultures are celebrated here & welcomed. It’s not perfect, but it’s a place to call home. Good choice on Pismo’s! It’s my favorite restaurant.

  • @ozymandias7940
    @ozymandias79403 ай бұрын

    Greetings once again from Down Under 🇦🇺 Really enjoy the new format with the road trip footage at the beginning of the videos. Another, well presented video with just the right amount of relevant information. Along with the odd nugget of trivia, "Did you know..." Another great addition to the videos! Thanks again for posting! Much love and safe travels to both of you!

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @marishea0silver
    @marishea0silver3 ай бұрын

    I enjoy watching this couple tour our beautiful country. I’m not a vlogger but one day I’d love to do this 🤎🤎

  • @juliogonzales5441
    @juliogonzales54413 ай бұрын

    GREAT EAGLE EYE 👁 FROM THE SKY THANKS JOE AND NIC ❤

  • @Azz-M
    @Azz-M3 ай бұрын

    Great video, first video I’ve seen that portrays the city this way. I will be there in summer, so this is reassuring.

  • @rikkikeohavong5252
    @rikkikeohavong52523 ай бұрын

    Thanks for visiting 😊. If you come back you might consider showcasing Van Ness, visiting Old Town Clovis and giving some basic information on the local tribes here. Safe travels 🙏🏻

  • @TinkerTailor4303
    @TinkerTailor43033 ай бұрын

    If you're talking about the dried fruit, it's raisin.😊

  • @TOCC50

    @TOCC50

    3 ай бұрын

    Jimmy Carter doesn’t think so

  • @ajf5823
    @ajf58233 ай бұрын

    That meal looked delicious! I am living vicariously through you! Safe travels!😊

  • @annie_xo
    @annie_xo3 ай бұрын

    Fresno looks very nice! The food looks delicious but I’m always shocked at the portion sizes in the US, lol. I really like your channel, it feels like I’m traveling with you guys. Gives me a chance to see some places I’ll likely never go to. Greetings from Gothenburg, Sweden. P.S your wife’s hair is gorgeous!

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Wow, thank you for the kind words!!

  • @robertburks2611
    @robertburks26113 ай бұрын

    Thanks for coming to Fresno for a visit.

  • @andylam83
    @andylam833 ай бұрын

    The homeless camp was about 4 blocks away from the court house ... lol.. did you know the movie " addicted to fresno " was film in fresno ? Should watch it . Thanks for the video you made

  • @sethtoe
    @sethtoe3 ай бұрын

    Truly it is a beautiful place, America.

  • @joemeyers3127
    @joemeyers31273 ай бұрын

    I’m so impressed by your research and your open mind. Safe travels,

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @zoidmo3388
    @zoidmo33883 ай бұрын

    AMAZING trip for us. Thank you so much. I can see ppls attraction to Cali. The intro made me want to put on a pr of western boots & wear my Sheriff badge LOL Drone shots a sweet addition. The food looked delish!!! but $..yikes! Looking forward to the Bay Area. 🚙🤩

  • @robertortiz5299
    @robertortiz52993 ай бұрын

    Selma, California is the raisin capital of the world. Selma is about 12 miles south of Fresno.

  • @calidebs950
    @calidebs9503 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the video! First time watching your channel.

  • @norgessalg6640
    @norgessalg66403 ай бұрын

    Love the intro with the driving footage and accompanying music.

  • @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    @JoeandNicsRoadTrip

    3 ай бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @NativeNYer
    @NativeNYer3 ай бұрын

    Hey guys another great adventure! The hotel room was awesome. I was 10 yrs old last time visited cali. Long flight from New York. The food , again, looked amazing. Stay safe!

  • @warbaby5490
    @warbaby54902 ай бұрын

    My impression when flying into Fresno: I've never seen so many swimming pools!

  • @andytaylor5476
    @andytaylor54763 ай бұрын

    The historic Fresno County Courthouse cupola was saved. It was moved to the Fresno Fairgrounds museum and is being restored. The 1966 Fresno Courthouse, is seismically unsound, and it is to be razed and replaced!