Chad you should be commended for laying back and letting this extraordinary man stream his thoughts. You raised the bar with this interview.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you I appreciate that glad you enjoyed 🙏

@diesel8869

4 күн бұрын

I agree. Good job. So many people interrupt after asking questions.

"If I was wealthy, I wouldn't be here". Amen brother

Great that he mentioned Metallica. I wonder if he knows that Kirk Hammett, a lead guitarist of the band, is actually Filipino American?

@MidlifeParadise

2 күн бұрын

Whoa I just learned this

One of the most authentic conversations that I've ever heard. Thank you! What he said resonated some much with me. The world would be a better place with more individuals like him. Great job!

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

That's fantastic I am glad you enjoyed and that you could relate, I agree with you with what you're saying... Too many people are worried about their image and putting on a front and not being true to who they are.

I can relate with this guy. Very observant and straight. Honest and that's what true filipina looking for. Hope he finds a good woman because he deserves it.

Thank you so very much for this moving interview. While I hated that it made me face my own wells of sorrow, I’m grateful to know there is a chance to fill them with happiness. All the best!

A very honest man. His words are frank and simple. As a Canadian and an expat, I know him and I love him❤

“I’m a musician. I’m an artist. If I can’t do that, I kill myself”…..I’m glad you stayed a musician. The world needs more men like you.

@krakerjak3

4 күн бұрын

Simps stick together

@WilliamFluery

4 күн бұрын

@@krakerjak3 I love you too

“Nice guys finish last” Yes true, most girls I have known, thought it was nice if I finished last.

The best interview yet... Yes some things in life are "Priceless". It takes some people a long time to learn that lesson.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏 yes I agree

@MelPatton-yi8se

4 күн бұрын

Putting women on a pedestal never works.....and it certainly doesn't work in the PH. I know because I've done it.

@albathoughtsofficial

3 күн бұрын

@@MelPatton-yi8se I don't he was talking about putting women on a pedestal, but just being appreciative of all the things they do and put up with, and showing proper gratitude and respect.

@MelPatton-yi8se

3 күн бұрын

@@albathoughtsofficial ok

"Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple." - Regina Brett

This is courage on display.

@krakerjak3

4 күн бұрын

And beta energy on display also

I hope you'll find that great catch Filipina you are looking for. There are many of them looking for a loyal, sensitive and smart guy. You being an artist is an advantage as we value creativity here in PH.

@northernbohemianrealist1412

4 күн бұрын

I didn't occur to me until just now. There may still be French speaking ladies in Viet Nam. I lived in St Paul in the 80s. There were all of these French Bakeries, so I took my brother out one Saturday. We walk in and the place was filled with cigarette smoke - all these old Vietnamese were hanging out drinking coffee and smoking, at least two dozen of them. I shouldn't have been shocked. I loved it!

He is definitely the opposite of what the modern western 304 wants. Good for him. He deserves better.

Excellent interview…it’s rare to hear insights from a man like this and I found his commentary regarding Filipina women to be beyond fascinating. I would love to hear his insights about Vietnamese women and a compare & contrast between the two cultures (insofar as women are concerned …their perspectives, their desires, etc)…I am considering both countries for retirement and relationship and would really appreciate that type of insight (Vietnamese vs. Filipina). Thx Chad…really great interview here.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏 ...This topic is high on my list to do so stay tuned.

An extra-ordinary man found his home in a country where extra-ordinary men and women are ordinary.This was your best interview.

I can relate to this interview.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Glad to hear that, I figured there were others that could relate

Hi Chad, I love this guy and his insights! A true Canadian. IMO, here’s a real person who has had lots of time to contemplate and think about life. Surely he has had great periods of solitude in his life. Something we all can benefit from. He’s had more than his share of hard times and this has allowed much time for personal growth. He says it like it is which is wonderfully freeing (something I struggle to get my students in Japan to do). I want to meet real people like him in the Philippines.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Yeah I love meeting people like this you can just see right away how he has gone through many ups and downs... I love when people get to a point where they stop caring what people think and they can just be themselves

@ShikokuFoodForest

4 күн бұрын

@@ChadFosterExplores Yes Chad, so true. Too many people often put on an act since they want to be perceived a certain way - whether cool, hip, smart, clever, etc., etc. Far better to simply be yourself and not be afraid of what others will think. David in Japan.

As we say in Canada: definitely one of the best 1 on 1 interviews I have ever seen on You Tube, or anywhere else for that matter... The Priceless thing that Philippines brings to the table that surpasses anything I have witnessed anywhere else I have been, is both their Core Values and True Passion for what is right, but to be honest, what was for me even more impressive is their solid Family Values which seems to be the basis for their undeniable resilience in the face of adversity... Un gros Merci to Stephane for sharing his very seasoned, well travelled and mature point of view on subjects that far to often are swept under the rug as taboo. Hats off to both of you for a great interview and a big thanks to Chad for sharing this special moment for all to learn from. Amping po

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you I'm glad you enjoyed that, I am definitely grateful that Stephane was willing to share some of his life story for everyone he's a passionate and genuine guy with lots of experience to share, and he's not afraid to be vulnerable and open up about things

Great interview. For a romantic he has grit and honesty too. Masculine qualities both men and women respect. The French poetic accent is movie star level - he would be in demand for voiceovers for that alone; aside from producing music and art. Could make bank on Fiverr in that category.🤔😄. He underestimates himself. We hope the best for him. Thanks Chad!

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Well said and I agree! 🙏

@deecd6009

2 күн бұрын

He is a very humble, sensitive, kind guy. I’d consider you a great catch for a good Filipina.

One of the best interviews of an expat that I've ever seen.

Chad, I enjoy your videos when you travel but the interview in this video is some of your best work. My family are mostly Quebecois so I completely understood the perspective. Great interview and hopefully I run into you in Cebu when I’m there in August. Cheers

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you I appreciate that, yeah I'm grateful that he was willing to talk about some of his life experiences to share for everyone, he's a genuine guy

Your best video yet! Your guest was great. Insightful and intense.

Filipinos are resilient, that's right! We have the saying: "Tawanan mo lang ang iyong problema". It means just laugh at any problems coming to you. That's why as a Filipino we always smile even though most of us have struggles in life or encounter hardships. You cannot blame anyone or the government . That's already written in the Bible and struggles around the world will get worse. We cannot avoid that. Getting angry at other people because you have personal problems or struggles will not help you. It will only make you sick or you will get old easily. I hope the coming generation of Filipinos will stay like this. Have a nice day!

Their music can be crazy especially when on road trips with the fam. Easy to get sick on the bouncy roads.

Great interview! I like his personality and honesty.

Best interview yet. New subscriber.

Thank you so much. I relate to him.

Excellent interview from a man with a different heart, different eyes who remains humble. Merci beaucoup!

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you and merci 😊

Fantastic interview Sir, what a unique personality!

Good honest review really enjoyed it.

If you were as poor as your average Philippines man, you might find yourself "friend zoned" just as you were in the West.

@davetherave4599

3 күн бұрын

Valid point.

@jacked6

2 күн бұрын

Unless you're tall and good looking you can get away with it

Great interview. Great interviewee. Keep up the good work.

1000% relatable, unfiltered, and honest/biased!

Wow. Great interview. Great subject.

This guy has good self awareness and good observational skills.

Great interview. Very wise individual.

Chad...You did a masterful job interviewing this gentleman. You set a subtle tone and direction and then allowed your guest to express himself honestly and completely. Often the best interviews unfold in that way. This was an excellent video...Thank you!

"What a filipina can bring to the table has so much value that his money is nothing", it's priceless.

Seems like a nice guy. If i get friend zoned, i say bye and block their number and on social media. Im fine with friend zone but i won't be sticking around. I have women friends but we aren't dating. I was in the Phils last January, February.

This guy is Spot On!

Great interview.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏

delightful guy, great interview!

WOW!!! An excellent interview with a lot of good nuggets of information. Thank you for a great video.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

You are very welcome and thank you 🙏

And there’s so many more guys like that. I’m sure many guys out there recognize how they don’t feel compatible with the average guy from the west and what people expect from typical guys from the west. And yes, those guys often get just friend zoned. Never stay where you are not appreciated and go where you are wanted 💪🏼👍🏼

A great one.

Great interview

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thanks 🙏

Couldn't beta bucks in Canada but can easily beta in PI. Keep it up my dude.

I love Jazz too! Watching from Toronto..

@northernbohemianrealist1412

4 күн бұрын

There's an Afghan Canuck who has a great travel KZread channel, currently in the Philippines. I knew he was Canadian as soon as he said, "I am from Torano." Only Canadians say that.

Perfect ❤

GREAT INTERVIEW,

feel for him and can relate

Best one you've done. He was very genuine.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 yes extremely genuine guy

@keithjetski3060

4 күн бұрын

@@ChadFosterExplores Most of us western men have gone through too much of this. It's refreshing to hear it spoken. He's a real man more than most.

He's from a city 50 miles from Maine, and he sounds European. Lol.

To the gentleman you have just interviewed Chad, I personally do believe that there's someone for every one. Maybe that someone has not crossed his path yet because he is not yet ready, because pure relationship should be coming from inside (heart ). Maybe it would be advisable for him to pray to God (if he is a believer), and for the meantime, he just enjoy life, doing what he is passionate doing. He needs to have a woman who , more or less, has the same passion, characteristics (traits) as him, to complement himself. I think you need a relationship that is based on love, not on attraction. Good luck Sir, LOVE should not hurried.

Hello! New follower here. As a french 🇨🇦 canadian, i'm looking forward to come in the Philippines. Visited once for a month in 2019. From now i will check your channel for news & advices. Thx for sharing

Nice to be reminded about the many traits of the Filipino culture. Good interview and wish your interviewee good travels. Thanks for the video, Chad...Jim

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

You're welcome Jim and thanks 🙏

Good man, I think a mature filipina would suit him, they like to take care of things and he could focus on his art and music passions. Also he needs a caring person that won't abuse his sensitive nature. Some of us are not into the manly or controlling thing, just want to enjoy what we like and live in peace.

Fusion jazz is badass

Chad your videos just keep getting better and better. Really enjoying your content. If I come to the Philippines I would really like to meet you. Thanks for work you do.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Thank you I really appreciate that 🙏 I'm heading back to Canada but I'll be back again in a few months stay in touch

Interesting man

Best caption ever Canada US wherever it may be as long as you ended up in the Philippines - April 19th homeward bound - thanks for taking us on a ride I checked a lot of dots watching your content . I’m a six-year Expat from the US living in Brazil in Columbia both beautiful countries. I love them. I learned Spanish I saw what I wanted to see. I know how to live the nomadic lifestyle and I run my business remotely 42 years old audios amigos you can catch me in the Philippines cheers mate

His insight is precisely true, to its truest meaning. You are a great observant. Filipinos love life, simply because we know who holds our future, and our Creator. 💓🙏🇵🇭

Finally a honest man view point, if you have money there are many better places to live.

As a Canadian living in the Philippines, I enjoyed this interview very much. I have some experience with French people in Canada and I have found them to be very emotional and with short fuses. One moment they will be angry as hell and 5 minutes later laughing their heads off. l agree with him when he says if you are wealthy, do not come to the Philippines. With enough money you can bring your Filipina to Canada and if she leaves you just bring another one who might be better.

Vraiment sympathique ce gars, je me reconnais dans la façon qu'il voit les choses!

To Sum it up - Betas can be successful too in the Philippines

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Very successful, I am finding many of the sweetest and loyal types of Filipinas are attracted to this type of guy over the typical masculine guy from the west.

@ShikokuFoodForest

4 күн бұрын

@@ChadFosterExplores Interesting. Such a reversal, eh?!

@northernbohemianrealist1412

4 күн бұрын

"Beta." Shame on you. What's next, "Woke"?

@diesel8869

4 күн бұрын

​@@northernbohemianrealist1412 ... probably

@walkerskii

4 күн бұрын

It's about a Filipina being so desperate for escaping poverty, she doesn't care what the guy acts like!

With women, anywhere in the world, you say it with flowers but you do it with bananas. You have to be able to make the move.

I would love to hear his thoughts on the Philippines versus Vietnam. If you ever interview him again because he said he also was in Vietnam. While I have never been to the Philippines, I have been to Vietnam and I love it there that is where my GF is. I’d be interested in hearing some of his views on the differences in both the culture as well as the women

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Yeah definitely going to be diving into this topic soon and I'll see if I can do a follow up with him...

@truckstation527

4 күн бұрын

Awesome that would be great. Thank you.

Anyone and everyone over 50 should go to the Philippines. It's like the CFL was for the NFL, love it (no shade on the CFL, of course). If you are a young man, stay in the North America or Europe. This is the way it is, and if you don't think so, do some research.

@jacked6

2 күн бұрын

Philippines turning into the dumping ground of aging guys who are financially challenged 😂

Thanks for your videos it's very helpful to watch and learn I was in the Philippines over a week ago for 3 weeks and I will tell you if it wasn't for videos like yours and others that you know of that I watch I probably would have been lost cause I traveled there alone for the first time that far in my life I'm 47 and will be going thru a divorce soon, and I'm fine with that but thanks for you taking time to make videos

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

Hey thank you so much for that donation I really appreciate it and thank you for the kind words, I am glad that my channel has been able to help you with your journey out here for three weeks I hope it went very well. Going through a divorce can be tough but there are brighter days ahead!

@amigo2k10

4 күн бұрын

@ChadFosterExplores thank you again keep up the good work

Lose that ridiculous bag or wear it differently. Notice I did not use the "G" word.

intersting interview chad. Ive read some of the comments and i couldnt care less if he is homosexual or not. I enjoyed listening to him. I am interested to know if you have found many filipinas aged 35 or so that are still in shape and attractive. I was married to a filipina for 20 years in the US. I still like her a lot and have a lot of respect for her. The relationship faltered but it was never hateful. However, neither her of her friends ever stayed in shape. Terrible diet and no desire to exercise. I would love to meet another filipina when i move to the PI next year. But, one that exercises and eats better. What has been your experience around this topic?

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

It's an interesting point you make, just my own observations I would say it seems like the majority of Filipinas I see as they get into their later 20s and beyond do carry a fair amount of extra weight and I do see that the diet here for the majority is not healthy at all and there is an overall lack of focus on exercise or desire for exercise.

I'm more of a typical guy who's into sports, but I do have an alter ego name Maurice, who is a brooding, complicated, misunderstood, French existentialist. And Maurice gets more ass than a toilet seat.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

😂

I can concur Quebec City has many beautiful women. I don't have the same problems as my fellow Canadian brother Stefan, as I can get a girlfriend tomorrow in Canada. It's all the other headaches, laws and risks that goes along with being married in Canada and other western countries. I either stay in freezing cold, expensive, boring, full of Karen's Canada or I move to the tropical paradise, affordable, friendly, young and slim women, but quirky Philippines. Everything is a trade off and believe as Stefan and Chad the trade offs are with it.

@jacked6

2 күн бұрын

Yeah I am from Vancouver and we have every kind of woman here. It's easy to find dates. Meetup groups are plenty. I am not sure why some of these guys struggle so much. Heck you can find Filipinas here too so many.

John Wayne did a lot of damage to men of my generation. What do Quebecois know about jazz? (Oh, that's right. There's the whole Oscar Peterson thing . . . )

@Billy_B_Goat

4 күн бұрын

Yep, The Duke was a terrible role model HOWEVER, a vast number of studies/polls have identified that American Women overwhelmingly (70%) list Pretend R@pe and Choking as their number one sexual fantasy! So the behavior that The Duke portrayed in those movies is strongly present in the Shadow of the female psyche -- the women Want to be overpowered and taken by the masculine energy.... just saying. Peace, B Goat

@stephanerancourt7188

4 күн бұрын

Go ahead with John Wayne... I'm very intrigued aboit what you mean here.

@stephanerancourt7188

4 күн бұрын

What do American knows about quebecois that may know about jazz ? US is 50 km from my hometown, and as a drummer, what else than jazz when what was out there wasn't sofisticated enough or didn't carry rich worldwide influences ? Jazz is Africa meets Europe meets India etc New Orleans was founded by a Quebecois by the way 😉

@Billy_B_Goat

4 күн бұрын

@@stephanerancourt7188 And Black people would say, what do white folks know about jazz anyway.... My kind of jazz is Louie Armstrong. I grew up singing Blueberry Hill and Hello Dolly over and over and over...I can't take that fusion-free flow stuff.

@northernbohemianrealist1412

4 күн бұрын

@@stephanerancourt7188 Your English demonstrates that you are Quebecois. I think that you are saying that Jazz is a world music. My point was that Canadians, and Quebecois in particular, are well versed in the jazz language., as demonstrated by the truly great Oscar Peterson, who often stated that his Montreal roots formed his talent.

You’re still young, 50 y/0. You can still make 3 rounds lol😂

Yes its true filipino.yes it's true no matter what storm comes in our lives. in the philippines. we can stand because there is God. who is our companion. prayer. the most important of all. because. we are just visitors here in the world. Sir, just continue your life. Even if you are poor in Canada, you are rich in our God. 

"walk on eggs" lol

Hello 👋

HEY, ITS THE PINK PANTHER!! LOL

I let. Maide. Go. And. Went. To. Cebu. And. Got. A. Good. Gf. And. A. Cat name. Seven eleven

Firstly thanks for the show. You seemed unprepared for this guys interview. You could have introduced him in a better way. Asked som more specifics questions. He might not have felt very comfortable with them but you could have asked.

Haha, I’m 3 minutes in and I totally identify with this guy…let’s see how long that lasts.😂

What instrument does he play? And, are there other jazz/funk/blues musicians there? Are there decent nightclubs, jam sessions etc, to play at. I'm a jazz/funk/blues guitar and vocalist. May want to move there some day, after i fully retire. I'm already 66. The states, suck......

@stephanerancourt7188

23 сағат бұрын

I'm haven't got into any networking with musicians or looking for clubs. I do full time producing and had my cup of tea of clubs... I'm slowing down on music as a job though ...sooner or ́later ill get into that. I wanted to go to a jazz club here in Cebu. The only one ive found is closed ... haven't investigated more

👍

Deeply closeted.

@northernbohemianrealist1412

4 күн бұрын

Shame on you.

@tryscience-px3fs

4 күн бұрын

no so closeted

Chad...this is the first video from you that I could not finish...Poor !!!??? from Canada

@stephanerancourt7188

4 күн бұрын

Poor IN canada, you don't know the background and stuff non of anyone's business

@livinb450

4 күн бұрын

Gary, you are in the minority. What lost you? This an insightful interview. Was it too deep? Did it touch a nerve of yours somewhere?

@stephanerancourt7188

4 күн бұрын

​@@livinb450being bipolar and relying on music to survive both psychologicaly and financially wasn't an easy path but hey ! Got through it and enjoying freedom of traveling while producing music for a bunch of independent artists as a living now is the coolest thing !

I don't know if I missed the answer somewhere in the video, but if you were "Western wealthy", where would you live?

@stephanerancourt7188

2 күн бұрын

In a 300KUS$ Villa + 1M piece of land with private pool + gym in Bali with beach front no neighbors (no roosters) for a recording studio. Or in Italy same kind of setup... but hey !!! I love the people here and so much things surpassing what annoys me that i may end up having a nice home near the sea here and an other in vietnam ... who knows ? Its still a young journey this new life. I give myself time ... Oh... and to figure out if I'm gay !!!!! 😂

@jacked6

2 күн бұрын

Hawaii definitely

Sorry, I'm a uni graduate, English is my first language and I'm totally stumped! I have no idea what he's on about. From my experience with pinays, he's got zip of having a meaningful relationship with a Filipina, but hey, good luck. Just adopt the KISS principle. Life is not a never-ending session with a shrink, which is what this interview sounds like.

@alfredopampanga9356

4 күн бұрын

Yes, I have trouble recognising his description. Good music in malls? He is a musician so I guess I must defer to his opinion But I loath the music I hear in Philippines

@ozzymick1431

4 күн бұрын

@@alfredopampanga9356 To each his own. But he really needs to talk at a simpler, more basic level and not sound so confused and sorry for himself 🥴

@alfredopampanga9356

4 күн бұрын

@@ozzymick1431 French culture is different to our Anglo take on life. I thought he was soulful rather than self pitying

@ShikokuFoodForest

4 күн бұрын

A uni graduate? (Ha, it hardly means anything when understanding life). What was your major? Give yourself a few more decades of life experience, then you’ll better understand this guy.

@ozzymick1431

4 күн бұрын

@ShikokuFoodForest What gives you the right to give me advice? My point about being a graduate was to state that my command of English is higher than illiterates (like you?). With respect to Filipino women, English is NOT their first language. In my opinion, the guest on this video had not demonstrated an understanding of this.

I would not live their ether if i was wealthy or a Filipina wife

This guy should go to Thailand for better EVERYTHING

Finally someone tells the Truth. Phillipines is crap. It's a visit place. Not a livable place. Vloggers won't tell the truth.

@MelPatton-yi8se

4 күн бұрын

Funny story. I landed in Cebu and on the drive to the hotel I thought I'd made a mistake in coming......the sights didn't thrill me at all. And I was asking myself if I could really live there. Then later when my LDR girl got out of the taxi in front of my hotel......She was so beautiful it took my breath away. Just so beautiful beyond belief, and suddently my opinion of Cebu totally changed. Of course she turned out to be a horror show.

I'm a muscular older guy who still hit;s 250 bench at 60 former cop ,teaches self defense etc. and me and this guy would be great friends ,I don't hang with boneheads ,He and I would have all the chicks over there LOL

@stephanerancourt7188

3 күн бұрын

Cooooooool !!!!! 😎

Sir , when was your first homosexual experience

Not sure i agree with his charaizarion of asian men. Many of the filipino men grew up rough and are very hard men. Much harder than most western men.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

That's true, I think he's referring to how common it is for them to sing love songs etc especially karaoke or they're often singing along to love music playing anywhere

@imveryhungry112

4 күн бұрын

@ChadFosterExplores agree with that karaoke is huge there. I just mean that province men are hard they always remind me of the rough southern men in the US. They're not fragile and gentle men for the most part! Many of them grew up farming, building, and living in structures without running water and with zero medical care. The majority of Filipinos have never even once seen a dentist. Those men are hard men. My dad is one of them he's hard as a rock.

@ChadFosterExplores

4 күн бұрын

@@imveryhungry112 oh without a doubt, stronger than many types of guys I have met in my travels around different countries. But often they are very kind gentlemen at the same time. I've met some really solid Filipino guys here

@imveryhungry112

4 күн бұрын

@@ChadFosterExplores awesome brother. The Filipinos are unique because they are kind AND strong!!!! 💪

@stevenoliver7120

4 күн бұрын

Singing and boxing. Why not?

In Vancouver lots of Filipinas live here. Just come to Surrey area there as massive clusters of Filipinos 😂

wow even us gay guys think he is full of himself , an eomaniac with no reason to be . He is waiting for the women to break up. woth the men so he can get the guys

this guy hàs probably been to Diddy's parties . Maybe even in a " video" with justin Beber and Diddy , the dude is gay

What is the name of the town with no rooster?😂 i can't stand them either lol

@stephanerancourt7188

4 күн бұрын

Ayala mall ! Lol

@SkFox26

2 күн бұрын

@@stephanerancourt7188 thanks 😃