Here's my entire Deep South Road Trip Playlist: kzread.info/head/PLq-_cmf3H6yrg0_gX1fq81lsxUQTnt7Vl&si=NxSK6n_szSsaSBAX

@burleism5158

7 ай бұрын

You are only fooling those who aren't paying attention -- you aren't funny or endearing. Keep with your snide BS , it will catch up to you.

@user-mn5bx3gj4y

7 ай бұрын

Cool video.

@tyreewagner3056

7 ай бұрын

Don’t get me wrong I do love your videos. Keep up the good work.

@nonameposter378

4 ай бұрын

Oh my late grandma lived 5 minutes away from coon dog cemetry it is real and does exist. I live about 30 minutes away currently unfortunately lol.

@michaellendzian2655

Ай бұрын

Phenix City here.

Nice to hear pleasant comments on Alabama, live south of Butler County in Red Level. Retired here 5 years ago from Seattle, no need to explain why.

@greasesicle

7 ай бұрын

You aren't from Seattle you liar, you are from Federal Way or Auburn. There is trash, junk and tires dumped all over Alabama. Rural states are dumps, including toxic waste.

@judyhead6602

7 ай бұрын

I know Red Level well. I graduated high school in Opp. I retired in Montgomery.

@curtiseggemeyer5681

7 ай бұрын

You could not have done better. Seattle has things but too many people per square inch as they say, living in Tri Cities for 32 years getting too big as well.

@jonheredia8789

7 ай бұрын

Looking to leave California as I am getting closer to retirement.

@captseamus

7 ай бұрын

​@@jonheredia8789 Stay in California you voted for that crap government. Keep it there

I've traveled all across this country so much I should've been a trucker. You can't find more a more down-to-earth willing to help you out spirit than the people in Alabama. I ended up there for a while by accident and I'm glad I did. The people there taught me a lot about what it means to be a human being. I wish I could be more specific online, but you can't talk bad to me about Alabama. I just won't hear it, one side or another. YMMV, but they all showed me acceptance and kindness, didn't matter what shape I was in (and I wasn't in a good situation at the time). I'll take that with me for life.

@205rlg6

7 ай бұрын

Roll Tide to that.

@nelliesfarm8473

7 ай бұрын

Wow! I've experienced the exact opposite

@arizonaarmadillo5829

7 ай бұрын

You musta got on their bad side somehow.@@nelliesfarm8473

@Rick-rd9uu

7 ай бұрын

You don’t already know how to be a human being? Smh

@rasserfrasser

7 ай бұрын

Glad you've got everything figured out.@@Rick-rd9uu

Thank you Nick for cutting Alabama some slack. We get beat down so much! This was a very good representation of how most of the state is.

@dannobloomquisr8825

7 ай бұрын

I have worked in Alabama many times as a professional driver. It's ok with me...

@leighalaughlin4056

7 ай бұрын

I grew up in Cullman. It's a great town. I had an amazing childhood there

@brettbanta2100

7 ай бұрын

Alabama is great, hidden gem

@michellelloyd4811

6 ай бұрын

My fiancee was going to move to Pollard and a friend lives in Wetumpka. I saw those areas and I really thought it was beautiful. Montgomery has nice old areas and Birmingham has a great remodeled downtown. I was ready to move there and excited about it. He ended up going to Nashville but I loved Alabama.

The Rattlesnake Saloon looked like the safest place to be in Alabama during tornado season.

@Dave-ty2qp

7 ай бұрын

The northern part of the state has a lots of hollers like that. Cool and comfortable during the summertime.

@Cheetogoddess

7 ай бұрын

I live close enough to go but the snakes can have it!

We moved to Alabama almost 2 years ago from frozen WI and LOVE it here. The people are wonderful and even a passing stranger on the hiking path turns into a 15 minute chat. Southern hospitality is real and we embrace it. And the food !!!

@user-er8kz2jg6o

5 ай бұрын

I’m glad you are enjoying Alabama. God Bless

SAY WHAT YOU WILL. IT'S PLACES LIKE THIS, THAT KEEP America safe! THANK YOU SOUTHERNERS. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

@BR-ex9xp

7 ай бұрын

???

There's something about your videos that lightens my mood. You listen and intuitively encourage people to share their core values. Many of the people you talk with feel like a friend from my past when folks were down to earth and just themselves. Particularly in Arkansas and Alabama. Reassuring to see that the church is still important in the life of these small communities. Mappy's takes are on the mark and always make me smile ( and he always made me laugh out loud when he shot his gun out west). Anyway, thanks for making it possible for me to go along on this ride.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

I love Mappy too Janet!

@guxtinction

6 ай бұрын

Church's built around a false image of Christ as being white😊

@patjones5723

7 күн бұрын

I'm 77yo now. Always wanted to see the South. Ty Nick for these video's as it's the only way I'll ever see it now 😢 ❤ 😊

I grew up in Cullman. Its the kind of town where as a kid you can walk to the local cafe with your friends and then see whats theyre selling at the dollar general without a parent around. Great place to live

@sharonhutchins5784

7 ай бұрын

I live about half an hour from Cullman…

@leighalaughlin4056

7 ай бұрын

@@sharonhutchins5784 oh cool bet you've been to the All steak a time or two

My wife and I live in the beautiful town of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our home is 6 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico (in part, thanks to your videos). We love it here!

@davehughesfarm7983

7 ай бұрын

I go there every year..There and Perdido Key Fl...

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

You moved because of a video?

@BoydsofParadise

7 ай бұрын

@NickJohnson it played a role. We lived in Hawai'i for six years, up until a certain event involving useless masks came along. We would watch your videos constantly. It reminded us, especially during that time, that there are places back on the mainland that weren't so restrictive of one's freedom the way Hawai'i was at the time. Ultimately, we moved here in 2022. We thoroughly enjoy your videos. Thank you for your excellent work.

@BoydsofParadise

7 ай бұрын

@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448 Hawai'i was the worst. It was like Jim Crow 2.0 when it came to their tyrannical mandates. Let's put it this way, any state government that allocates 150k in taxes to purchase robot dogs used to seek out homeless that weren't jabinated is freaking scary.

@BoydsofParadise

7 ай бұрын

@@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448 Amen!

Somethings I learned by living in the south. The people are wonderful. The humidity is unbearable. I ended up in Idaho for the last 35 years where the people are wondeful and the humidity is very low.

@kublaikahn9068

7 ай бұрын

ya if ur white

@Mountainrock70

7 ай бұрын

Friend in Idaho says being over run by Californias…..

@MR.TOYBOX

7 ай бұрын

Facts. Boise was my favorite city I ever lived in.

@brettbanta2100

7 ай бұрын

​@michaelthomas9440goddamned right

I just love northern alabama ❤ so much southern hospitality.

Thanks for another great video Nick. I get to see another part of the USA that I've never been to before. People in Alabama sure seem friendly and down to Earth. Country folk that love to hunt and fish. The farmer with the horse plough was priceless.

As a Moulton native was really cool to see us mentioned, our businesses and economy are growing and will continue to grow rapidly the next 10 years with First Solar Inc coming. I really enjoy your videos

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Very cool!

@m.scottreeder

7 ай бұрын

Moulton? As in Highway 157? You guys are above Birmingham and on the way to Muscle Shoals.

@wylobooth594

7 ай бұрын

@@m.scottreeder yes you’re correct, the intersection of Highway 24 and highway 157

Come on back & visit Athens in Limestone County. Its the fastest growing in the state. Honestly, I wish it would stop...Huntsville Al. is what keeps the Tn valley alive. You have Redstone Arsenal, Space & Rocket Center, etc...alot of money in Huntsville. Loved your sense of humor! Great vid!

Born in Alabama and still live here although not in the same area,I don't recommend it but you made it look decent. My grandfather used to plow like that man and I haven't seen it done that way in many many years so pretty cool to see someone still does it that way

@Dave-ty2qp

7 ай бұрын

I am in my late seventies raised on a farm outside Gadsden Ala. We plowed with a mule until I was in the 1st grade and upgraded to a Sears Bradly Davis walk behind, followed by a Ford 9n. I retired in East Oklahoma, and still garden every year. Container mostly now. LOL Loved the folks in Alabame, but had to leave for the draft back in 1966, and only return for weddigs and funerals. Still love to visit.

Nick many thanks for your videos. I am from Northern Europe but you have taught me to see the good and the bad that my teachers at school could not teach. The country is so very pragmatic. Thanks for catching a glimpse of it and hope to see it for myself.

I was in the army from 68-70, the worst years in 'Nam. I fondly remember a lor of southern boys particularly in the 101st Airborne Division. Strangely, I can't recall even one, from New York.

@OffGridInvestor

5 ай бұрын

There was probably nothing very distinguishing about the NY guys. That's why you forgot

Alabama is seriously underrated!

@BoydsofParadise

7 ай бұрын

it's a hidden gem

@rogerwalters5823

7 ай бұрын

Shhh! Don't tell anyone.

@k_e3735

Ай бұрын

If that's the nicest neighborhood @12:55 in Alabama then it's definitely not underrated

@Wrapscallionn

4 күн бұрын

Its not​. There's tons more that are better looking.

Rattlesnake Saloon sure is interesting looking. I'd like to go there. And stay in a cabin. And sit on a rocking chair at the lodge. Seems like some really nice people in Alabama. Thanks Nick for your enjoyable and never boring videos. When I watch your channel the time goes by too fast.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Aww okay! ❤️❤️

Aw, I love Robert and his little farm and donkey 🤗. ❤ I was not meant to be born up north lol. I am a country girl at heart, I ride horses and love gardening and outdoor work. ❤ Alabama 😊

I've lived on both coasts and the Midwest. I've been to 5 continents and a dozen or so countries. I drove 3,500 miles west, with 3 cats and my wife in the car and 4 cats, plus wife, heading 3,500 miles back east. I'm "sub-rural". I mean, it's full of farms but also town shopping areas. Quiet and peaceful. Beautiful and full of wildlife. Sometimes deer scratch themselves on my house, and when the owls chat, the coyotes yip, because they can't reach the owls. Turkeys, beaver, bear, and all types of critters. Farm stores with milk from cows that I wave to on my commute. It is really wonderful. My house was named "Slice of Heaven" by a friend from the city, he's like a brother. I've known him since 1986. The joy on his face, from walking around my woods was heart warming. He is in the city, but he was raised in the suburbs. Everyone needs to get out and into nature. It's good for you.

Amen to Alabama greetings from Philippines!

My nephew was in the Army over there. He went into Alabama he was there for a couple years and he did not want to leave

Thank you Nick, I pictured Alabama so differently. Beautiful State💜

A return trip to Alabama is a must! First stop, The Rattlesnake Saloon, then off to that drag strip!!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Yes!!! 🚙 🐍

My wife and I live in the beautiful town of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our home is 6 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico (in part, thanks to your videos). We love it here! Let's be accurate about something here...there are black people who are anti-white here, too. Being black and living in Southern AL I've met more than a few. That said, I've met some great people, regardless of race. You get what you put out, if you're an a-hole you'll attract a-holes (kind of a universal law). The opposite is also true, of course. Great video! Come down to Gulf Shores and enjoy the white sugar sand beaches and Royal Red shrimp!

@Matt_from_Florida

7 ай бұрын

Royal Reds are darn good!

@BoydsofParadise

7 ай бұрын

@@Matt_from_Florida Yes, indeed!

@kendallsmith1458

7 ай бұрын

It's interesting Nick only interviewed white folks

I live in the UK but I’ll be moving to Alabama in the next two yrs and this clip is a good pointer 👍

@GeminiDZignz

7 күн бұрын

Don’t come to bham, it’s bad as hell here now

You know what I noticed? Is that you made alot of videos about Alabama something about Mobile, Montgomery, over the years. I am happy that you appreciate the uniqueness, and wierdness that this state provides.

The fact that I could sell my house now and afford 4 of those homes at 13:43 just about almost destroyed me. Good videography Nick!

Retired to lower Alabama. Love it farm country .Was raised in Hunterdon co NJ . Use to be farm country.

What a pretty green state , this reminds me of old America

Sweet home Alabama where skies are blue. Cool song! 😎

@sauletto1

2 ай бұрын

True ! :)

great video, boy there's is nothing like the South!!!! I miss it so much. 45 yrs ago when I lived in NC a man plowed the adjoining field with his mule. He would grow crowder peas and he was at least in his 70's or 80's.

I never miss one of your posts. I love what you're doing and I appreciate it so much. Thank you every time.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Cool I'm so glad you like them! ❤️❤️

Highly enjoy these adventures into the back woods and off track parts of our beautiful country! There are certainly more than a few folks out there who could use some Good Deeds and Good Things! "How America used to be, how America should be." THAT quote hit a bullseye! 🎯

From Alabama now. Love it here! Thank you so much for your videos!!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

You are so welcome Karen!

Yesterday I heard “Sweet Home Alabama” on the radio and thought to myself, “Nick Johnson is the only reason I know what he means when he talks about Muscle Shoals.” From the Cowboy Church (do they dress like cowboys for church there?) to the fried apple pie (looks kinda like an apple fritter), you show us things in America that no one else does, and from convenience store workers to managers of tractor supply companies, you seek out people whose opinions are rarely shared elsewhere. I hope that people everywhere can get to understand each other better through your videos and grow as people. You’re truly doing God’s work here, Nick. Keep up the great work!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Oh Matt

Thank you for this video!

Oh my God- I'm obsessed with robert 😍 what a sweet, old man.

This is awesome! I love exploring new places and meeting cool people.

Hi Nick. Really enjoyed your share and sights and some folks of Alabama. Fun to see.

I’m in country Victoria Australia mate & we have a fella from Alabama in my little town who is a top guy 🇦🇺👍

Thanks Nick watch allot of your videos and you did a great job. Lived in Bama all my life and it’s not bad and yes most of the people are kind but we do still have some issues with our education system in some cities or racial problems. Overall Alabama is a great state and a decent place to live and you came at the right time. The summers here are BRUTAL hot…

That Rattlesnake bar , talk bout peaceful , man what a place.

Now I like Alabama, too!

Nick, this was nice. Thanks for sharing.😀

Still counting the money on Tuesday 🙂 I like the older neighborhoods with the rolling hills.

I’ve felt called to Alabama for a while. I haven’t been able to make the trip quite yet, but videos like this confirm that something speaks to my soul. Thanks for sharing!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Have fun!

Hats off to Mr. Rob. Plowing that garden with a MULE. "WOW"

I know this is not going to be a popular comment, but as an animal rescue worker who moved from Boston to the South for a couple of years... I've never seen so many discarded animals on the side of the road and just puppies in boxes and damn I couldn't take it it was some of the most depressing things I've seen. I'm sure you Southerners will be happy to know that I high-tailed it back to Boston where I could stomach the animal laws a little more 😢 but, some of the hardest working animal volunteers I have ever seen in my life and I've been doing this for 30 years.

@johnnyclemmons9756

7 ай бұрын

Yeah I'm gonna call bs on this. No need to comment back, because I'm not going hold a debate with someone who's clearly full of crap, or extremely exaggerating. I'm from Alabama, been in every crook and cranny of the state, and have never seen the amount of "discarded animals" like you say. You do know that some people don't dress their dogs in Gucci and Prada right? We've actually got yard dogs. Roll Tide 🐘

@GeminiDZignz

7 күн бұрын

Didn’t use to be that way. The pandemic caused people to not just care about their animals anymore sadly.

Nick, there are thousands of "channels" on KZread, but I do believe yours is my favorite. You are a funny guy, and give everyone a fair shake. Don't change a thing.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

David! I'm glad you like the journey! I'm always learning too!

Thanks Nick for doing such a great video on my adopted state of residence here in Alabama. It was nice to see my area in Cullman county getting some love; I have rented U Hauls at that Cornerstone market in Cullman that you went to and have had interaction with that same lady too. Nice you stopped at Pop's cafe in nearby Hanceville; Ive heard that place is really good. I see it all the time cause I work pretty close to there. I like you also lived in So Cal for most of my life before moving here almost 7 years ago. Thanks for showing your You Tube audience how nice it is here, thanks again.

Thanks for the tour!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

You bet Jack!

A+ video! Very helpful getting another look at Alabama!

Great vid, Nick. It's true we see more than if we lived there. Absolutely insightful! 👌

" I bet he doesn't even know what's trending on twitter" LOL..Robert kinda looks a little like his mule Eyore, talks a little like him too. Takes everything in stride. He must be 82-83 and still plowing the field. God bless him. We could use alot more Robert Thompson's in this world. Another great video Nick. You crack me up.

Excellent, Nick!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Ok Chuck

Robert, Eeyore and Mappy all in one video. You made my day Mr Johnson.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Brent!! ❤️❤️👍👍

That was fun, thanks!

Thanks for the video, Nick! Always giving something to enjoy!

Great video Nick! Thank you

GREAT to see another video Nick...My great grandmother lived in Florence Al. I remember the large farm house and no bathrooms, there was an outhouse I think I was around 5 yo.. You're so entertaining...

Its always a pleasure listening to Nick

I live in Florida not far from Alabama line and go to Alabama often, I've been up to Birmingham, of course we bypassed it, been up to North Alabama and found it quite nice! I read where Huntsville is larger than Montgomery. I've lived in the country for almost 30 years and being older I like it my daughter and grandkids live here and while they don't hate it they would like to move to bigger cities, I told them when you do you'll be back here when you realize how to much it is! Lol

When I was around 16 my parents because of work, told my little brother and I that we were leaving California and moving to Alabama. I thought my life was ruined. Fast forward a few years and I graduated HS in Alabama and was completely in love with the state and her people. After HS I joined the military and never made it back to Alabama, I settled back in California where most of my family lived. I look back fondly on those two years I lived in Alabama and wouldn't trade that time for anything.

These are so great!!!

Hi Nick. I have watched and enjoyed all of your videos, and looking forward to seeing more of them in the future. Thank you for sharing. Be safe on your travels.

This is the best blog you have.

One of your best videos ❤

You’re the best Nick! I love traveling with you and being your baby!

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

🦒 🦏 🦙 armadillos too!

Alabama is part of Dixie tornado ally , in the spring they have some years some of the worst weather conditions ever!

This is your best video of my home state yet. I live in North West Alabama.

Next trip, visit Cheaha and Desoto State parks. Ft. Paine is nice too. Alabama is the end of the Appalachian Mountain chain and has some pretty waterfalls and mountain views!

Great work Nick

I grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. I could go downtown at night, alone, have a good time, go home, without ever being raped or killed. How many places like that can you name?

@sharonhutchins5784

7 ай бұрын

I live in a suburb of Birmingham. It has gotten pretty bad at present time with shootings and other crimes…

Ohhhh EOR the donkey & that owner are the best! Looks like a fantastic life he has made. God bless him!

Nice finding that Bear Bryant hat! Gary Busey actually starred in a biographical film about Bryant - titled "The Bear", that came out a year or so after Bear Bryant passed away in the early 1980s.

Alabama is so beautiful everything so greens

Another Gem Nick

Great video. Been looking at western Alabama for a move from Pennsylvania. Very helpful have to still research more on environmental issues as mentioned tornados.

I live in Texas. Alabama sure looks like a good place to live.

traveled the country in a van a few years back and AL was one one my favorite states. really liked the muscle shoals area.

Beautiful Alabama back country easy living little towns with NO rat race BS! Yet...😁

Sweet home Alabama!

@rangerkyle6681

7 ай бұрын

Where the skies are so blue

I love our state ! Best people are in Alabama! Down to earth hard working people. We would love to see you back !

Thanks for visiting Prattville, come back and we can show you around.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Ok!!

Really enjoying your content Nick.

@NickJohnson

7 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Wow that place with the rock outcrop is awesome 👌

Hi Nick, how are you ? ThankYou4Sharing!!! ❤ 🕊 MuchLove!!! ❤ Have A Great Weekend!!! ❤ 🎊

Northeastern Alabama is omg effing beautiful beyond belief... & the rest isn't too bad either...

This is Awesome 👍👍

Outstanding video thanks for sharing.

Damn! Nick, I loved this video. Born here, and live here, I did live in San Deigo and Long Beach CA, while I was in the Navy. The oldest kid lives in Richmond VA, RVA I'm Glad you got to see some nice places, Springville, Pell City, Ashville, Steel Al another drag strip..

I’m watching this from Saigon/HCMC and this looks peaceful. Simple life

Nick like to see the areas you cover. When I go on the road it helps me fiqure out alot if the time if I should go off the highways.

Prattville is very nice. I was considering taking a a job for the state in Montgomery, and I would have lived in Prattville if I took it. Ended up in Birmingham, which I also really like. Birmingham is really developing into a decent city.

Nice video Nick!! Transplant to Auburn Al 20 yrs ago

I find your narration style very interesting. Almost a scolding, yet sarcastic tone- thoughtful pauses...Very interesting content.Thanks!

The Restaurant menu had 'Children', listed on it. Between Burger and Salad.

@CharitysClarity

2 ай бұрын

Yes it’s children’s menu, smaller portions and cheaper lol 😆 yall don’t have a children’s menu? Nearly everywhere has on I have ever been even NYC