Although you are "not qualified" to discuss the geopolitical intricacies of the invasion, people do look to you for some semblance of sense in a world that often doesn't make sense. Your channel is one of the most grounded channels around and folks can relate to you and the topics. It is through this that, even making this kind of video, you can have influence and provide some semblance of order through the chaotic miasma emanating from the whole situation. Thanks!

@readycheddar

2 жыл бұрын

You said exactly what I wanted to say to Joe, and more. Kudos, sir. Take my like.

@robpatty6062

2 жыл бұрын

Very.....no, perfectly said🤪🤪

@Saranaprasadam

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, handling a well performing youtube channel is a huge responsibility in itself

@tsaszymborska7389

2 жыл бұрын

Well spoken!

@wabash1581

2 жыл бұрын

Could not have said it better myself. I do not watch news media. Joe from what I see, is a well balanced guy who puts good effort into good content. Thank you

Kyiv resident here. Thanks for doing this Joe, it means a lot. And keep up the good work on your main channel - helps keep my mind off of bad stuff.

@deborahdanhauer8525

2 жыл бұрын

I pray for your country and your people everyday. I’m so horrified at what I see happening. I can’t imagine how you are coping with it. Please be safe and know there are people sending love and peace to you from all over the world. From a fellow human being in Tennessee USA❤️

@richhagenchicago

2 жыл бұрын

Hoping for the best for you in the difficult days to come.

@Jr-qo4ls

2 жыл бұрын

Stay strong. I am ashamed our countries are not doing more to help stop the invasion.

@pegleg2959

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jr-qo4ls there is 100% going to be a WW3

@jonnymoka

2 жыл бұрын

Stay safe fellow human:)

As a person from Ukraine - thank you.

@slitterell

2 жыл бұрын

I wish there was more we could do but please know that overwhelmingly, Americans support Ukraine, as does everyone in my household. I truly believe if nukes weren't involved, the whole world would be involved militarily helping Ukraine. I hope this ends soon with as few causalities as possible. My heart goes to you, your family, and your country. I hate feeling helpless in this situation.

@dmytroproskurin

2 жыл бұрын

@@slitterell thank you. We hope for the best as well. Now. I am taking my gun back. See you all later. I hope.

@slitterell

2 жыл бұрын

@@dmytroproskurin I hope as well!

@JustASock-el6ct

2 жыл бұрын

I am Polish, and I am also thankful 💙💛

@sendmorerum8241

2 жыл бұрын

Edit: I take back everything I have said. It's the Americans' fault. All of it. See the news

You're probably the most "human" Human I've ever seen on KZread, Joe. Love the channel, don't let them get you down.

@trybunt

2 жыл бұрын

Most human human. That's very human of you, I would know I'm also a human. We are all humans here, I love humans ❤️ take this symbolic human heart as a gesture of good faith. We all love human hearts 💕 and humans ❤️🧍‍♂️ - the human man

Just one more "thank you" from another Ukrainian for your honesty and sincerity. You are right, its really important to us to get as much attention as possible to the conflict because despite all the efforts we don't have any chance to stand against Russia without the world's help and we deeply appreciate that creators like you support our efforts too. Thank you so much for that. 💙💛

@sebastianfletcher-taylor1024

2 жыл бұрын

I wish you and your loved ones the very best. I'm glad to see that Russia has so badly underestimated their opposition and that Ukraine is thoroughly humiliating their military, even as I am deeply saddened to see the terrible destruction and suffering that Russia has caused. I wish my nation and the rest of the world was doing far more to support Ukraine as it stands for democracy in the face of authoritarianism.

@dantisit

2 жыл бұрын

Изначальная цель войны была остановить Киевский режим на Донбассе, а не для того что бы запугать Украину от вступления в НАТО.

@youhaveinfinitevalue5755

2 жыл бұрын

Prayers going out for you and your countr

Thank you for your honest dialogue, and answering the call when those under threat asked for the kind of help you can give. I do not know how to be helpful in this conflict, and I too am wholly unqualified to do anything. Thank you for doing what you can.

@sertank735

2 жыл бұрын

Not voting for weak and corrupt politicians is a good start.

@gordonlawrence1448

2 жыл бұрын

I have stopped drinking Russian Vodka and stopped using any Russian products what so ever. I don't like doing this as the average Russian person is struggling to survive and it is as usual the rich that start the problems and will suffer the least because of sanctions.

@ed6213

2 жыл бұрын

@@sertank735 I am truly sorry and heartbroken for what Ukrainians and their families and loved ones are gong through. But, @Let’s-go-Brandon, if you are lambasting western politicians for being too "weak and corrupt" to do more for Ukraine, you need to realise that NATO countries simply CANNOT get militarily involved. That rabid, demented, effed up, s#!t-for-brains animal, Vladamned Putrid has threatened global thermonuclear war if any NATO country gets involved. No one wants that, and I would think that Ukrainians would want it least of all, right now. And I believe that animal, Putrid, is rabidly crazy enough to do it, too. Once that inhuman evil thing is captured and brought to justice, it needs to be put down by placing it in a lead-lined cell with a few pounds of radioactive plutonium or uranium, and left there to rot. After all, that's what that thing is threatening for the whole world.

I know this video is going to be attacked by bots and trolls, but I wholeheartedly agree with your view point and am very glad that you did decide to speak your mind on the topic. Slava Ukraini

@sanitarium017

2 жыл бұрын

*your

@craigh5236

2 жыл бұрын

Dunno, there has been a dramatic decrease in bots now that putin has had money problems.

@mr.boomguy

2 жыл бұрын

@@craigh5236 Lol xD

@grumpyaustralian6631

2 жыл бұрын

@@sanitarium017 happy now lol, auto correct guesses which “your” I’m going for and puts an apostrophe in if I miss any keys (am on mobile), typos happen to everyone :)

@kentonian

2 жыл бұрын

I think Google is getting handle in the situation, I have reported hundreds myself

Zelenskyy has inspired my next T-shirt idea: "The war is _here._ I need ammunition, not a lift." A comedian with a biting edge.

@austinwilliams8106

2 жыл бұрын

The man is the true embodiment of a real MAN. I hope his makes it into every history book as the courageous leader he is!!!

@JustASock-el6ct

2 жыл бұрын

How about "Russian warship, go f@ck yourself"? I would buy...

@muddygun

2 жыл бұрын

@@JustASock-el6ct had the same thought as well. It will make the rounds I am sure

@uremawifenowdave

2 жыл бұрын

It’s already been done. You can buy them on Amazon.

@dristmist7401

2 жыл бұрын

"I need ammo, not a lift", that's Churchill shit right there! I will never forget he said that.

Hello community. I have a friend in Ukraine that is currently in Kyiv. She lives in Mariupol, but was visiting Kyiv on business during the invasion. Her husband and son are still in Mariupol and she has not heard from them in five days. She has not idea what has happened to her family. This is what she wrote to me. Today we went to a friend’s apartment to eat and bake bread. They started shooting hard, so the nine-story building in which we were shaking. We jumped out and began to run to the shelter. the wall of the house fell. There was an explosion, while we were running there was another explosion. We managed to run to the shelter. The worst fear and stress, got drunk on pills. In Mariupol, my family is in an even worse situation, they are without electricity, the Internet, communication they shoot hard ..., Lord save us all !!!!

@deborahdanhauer8525

2 жыл бұрын

Oh Dear God,….. I can’t even imagine it😔

@curnies

2 жыл бұрын

I really hope you get updates soon.

Thanks for bringing attention to the situation. This war brings out the best and the worst in people at the same time. I'm from Germany and the amount of people that help right now is outstanding and it brings a lot of people together, but at the same time the amount of trolls and people that exploit the suffering (e.g. people set up fake live-streams/videos to get clicks or even donations) is sickening.

@makinka0cp

2 жыл бұрын

This is very true. I am from czech republic and all I see around me Is people organizing and participating in various charity collectings. They stuff a van full with food, drugs, sleeping bags etc and drive it to the ukrainian borders. They unload the goods there, stuff the van with people and head back to CZ. People offer their flats to refugees, hotels vacate them, everybody does something to help.

@adammarkiewicz3375

2 жыл бұрын

@@makinka0cp ...at the same time Russian soldiers that are stopped from entering the cities entertain themselves with cannonades and launching missiles, demolishing hospitals, kindergartens, powerplants and living districts. There are also voice recordings of them calling back home with information how much loot they will bring back with them when they return. All this really happening in XXI century, A.D 2022.

Why are you worried about pissing some people off Joe, you've spoke from the heart, to the best of your knowledge, that's why we all love you. Keep up the good work. Viva Ukraine 🇺🇦

💛💙 Sláva ukrajině! 💛💙

@ephrin-ligand

2 жыл бұрын

Героям слава!

@shaler950

2 жыл бұрын

​@@ephrin-ligand будь сильним і ніколи не здавайся

@j_errosuhdudegod

2 жыл бұрын

heroiam slava!!!!

@faries4794

2 жыл бұрын

Stand with Ukraine! 🇺🇦

@Una...

2 жыл бұрын

Sláva Ukrajine 🇺🇦🚜

As someone who grew up during the Cold War, Putin and his ridiculousness scares the crap out of me. I can't imagine what it's like for the Ukrainian people. My heart goes out to them. I also thought it was "The Ukraine" and was "Kiev" rather than "Kyiv", so don't feel embarrassed. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

@castorchua

2 жыл бұрын

I literally thought every American reporter was saying Kyiv wrong. I think I actually corrected someone at work. My bad.

@adamrak7560

2 жыл бұрын

This is really problematic in Hungary because the official correct pronunciation is Kiev. (Mostly thanks to the Russian occupation of the country in the past) So if you say Kiev, it sounds like you support Putin, but if you say Kyiv, you are incorrect, some may not even understand you.

@idealicfool

2 жыл бұрын

Putin scared the crap out of me not long after he became Prime Minister when I found out he was a colonel in the KGB.

@idealicfool

2 жыл бұрын

@James S61 there was nothing hidden from people at all. They have just been to ignorant to notice. The signs have been there since the start. I mean really, a former KGB colonel in charge of Russia? I at least have been wary of him since the start just for that. Then Georgia, then suppressing his political opponents, then Chechnya (again) then Crimea. And still the EU walked around with their heads in the sand pretending like it was alright as they allowed themselves to be hamstrung by becoming reliant on Russian oil and gas.

Everything feels so surrealistic right now. As a Swede I cant even begin to imagine the horrors that occurs down in Ukraine. Althou I live a few hours away, I would lie If I said I were not scared of the situation. The heavy stress I can sometimes feel right before sleep about this since I have kids myself, and what I would do if putin made his threats to my country real, is unthinkable. Then I think of all the poor kids and families down there who tries to survive this madness already, makes my heart almost stop sometimes. Im extremely glad that so many countries changed their convention and actually sent military aid down there. Tens of thousands of anti-armor weaponry and anti-air missiles has already been sent from countries that normally doesnt allow it. the EU changed their whole convention of not supporting with military aid, and actually bought weapons to give the defense of Ukraine. The silver lining to all this madness is that the majority of the world has gathered together like never seen before, trying to support as much as they can, without trying to start a global nuclear war. I hope this ends with some russians in the right place, gives that psychopath a lethal injection, be it lead or poison, so this surrealistic nightmare can finally stop. Sláva ukrajině! 💙💙💙 💛💛💛

@FuriousImp

2 жыл бұрын

Yes... the whole world. With some terrifying exceptions. China being my worst fear. This is just child's play compared to what will happen down the line with China regarding Taiwan. If they were to successfully take over Taiwan, they will not stop there. Japan and South Korea Korea be next. Judging by the lack of military response (rightfully so), Taiwan will probably have to defend itself much like Ukraine, as it too, is not part of NATO. China will have to make that kind of move before we have completed decarbonization just to make sure they will have leverage. I hope we will pay attention to this problem more so than we did regarding Ukraine...

@jamesbond_007

2 жыл бұрын

@@FuriousImp My fear is that while the world's attention and energies are focused on Ukraine, China may stage an assault on Taiwan, knowing the West won't be able to fully engage there AND in the Ukrainian theater of war.

@JohnSmith-ft2tw

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesbond_007 The Chinese are no longer really communist, they're an odd fusion of free market with Big Brother watching from every shadow. They may be authoritarian, but that claim needs to be bracketed with $ symbols. They are making note of the $ cost to the economy these sanctions are bringing to Russia. China is a rather fragile giant, with their economy spread pretty thin. I imagine such wreckage as the sanctions will produce are more than they themselves are willing to do. The sheer size and population of China means they are always rebalancing some sector of their society. They keep their neighbors nervous but they seldom make too much effort at a real invasion. Russia exports mainly fossil fuels, and that's gold, even at black market prices. But China sells everything, everywhere, and cutting them off from the western $$$ ruin them as a superpower. Just my take on it. But the world has gone bat shit crazy during my 70+ years of hanging around this rock. So maybe they'll do something as illogical as Putin's War. Who knows?

@FuriousImp

2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesbond_007 That thought had also crossed my mind.

As a person who is dealing with the Ukrainian refugees on a daily basis helping them in Poland and in the name of all those who have to flee - thank you Joe. This video is really important.

Joe, I think you're a damn good man. I admire and appreciate how humble and honest you are in your videos. I'm certain you're that same guy off camera. BTW, you're the funniest "nerd" I know of! Keep on keeping on and continue to be yourself. 🤘✌️

@PhilthySteel

2 жыл бұрын

2nded

@charliedelacey8856

2 жыл бұрын

Third...ed

@jeffdemers75

2 жыл бұрын

Fourth...Ed

Thank you for this video! Here in Czechia, just 2 borderlines from Ukraine, and being "post-soviet" state, we look on russian invasion with "Not again!" thought… Ukraine workers in Czechia and "Czech citizens of Ukraine origin" are pulling their families to Czechia, resulting in a huge wave of refugees - however due to closeness of our nations and culture, there is strong public will to engage in helping activities on all levels… Immigration and Foreign Police are running partially 24/7, myself I have 8 shifts behind me and at least 3 before me, till free day… Maybe longer, since my higher ability to understand languages may still be needed despite all that volunteer translators… Also, despite NATO can't officially storm in, guns blazing, there is no problem in sending in tons of ammunition. There is no problem in private cyber warfare. There is no problem in paying 50% wages for Ukrainians who went on "war holidays". And while it is illegal for EU citizen to fight for UA army, it's OK to fight in "somewhat independent" anti-russian guerrilla…

Hey, I am a proud Ukrainian and I call it Kiev. Nothing offensive about that. For a lot of us, born and raised in Kiev, Russian is the first language, our cultural heritage if you will. It is not a popular option, but I think it should be heard. Language is too personal to be political.

Thank you Joe. Your old-time Ukrainian follower here. Since I started following you there was a lot of changes in my life, I moved to US but I still have Ukraine in my heart. Since all of that began - I had so many sleepless night because I was coordinating evacuation of my relatives from Kyiv (thanks for using correct spelling though). Now they are safe but I'm still so damn devastated watching the streets that I have so many memories of being bombed. That's just devastating. Thanks for your support, Joe. Slava Ukraine! (It means just "Glory to Ukraine!" - kind of like cheer up motto).

@kentonian

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry your homeland and you people are suffering so much. I cry Everyday for the Ukrainian people. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦 🇬🇧

@maymarsh9117

2 жыл бұрын

I find your homelands moxie heartwarming, but I'd like to welcome you to my homeland: Welcome to the US, I hope you've found a community here to call home. 🇺🇸

As someone who lived in Ukraine for the last 5 years and has friends and colleagues there: thank you. You got it right, it's about spreading the word about what is happening and many people consider you a trustworthy source of information (in part exactly because you have the integrity of making it clear when you are not the most qualified to talk about something, but always look for reliable sources).

Thanks for speaking about it man! Even though most of us can't even imagine being in the situation Ukraine is in, the more voice and support we can help give them the better. You're doing a great job!

Many of us are just as unqualified, but it's good to hear from someone that's learning along with us.

Kyiv born and a long time admirer of your channel. I was one of those who thought about but did not send you the email asking to talk about, precisely because of the reasons you have outlined in the beginning. And the fact that you did in the end, makes it ever more valuable, invaluable really! And you are not oversimplifying it - this is exactly what's happening, but all the meddling and all sort of vested interests, for whatever reasons are muddling the story here! I am so so thankful to you for getting out the message and even more humbling that you have shared the links to support Ukraine. Slava Ukraini! Glory to the Heroes🙏

It’s great to see you throw your support in the direction of Ukraine

Who better to portray Zelensky in a future movie than…..Zelensky himself!

@magnusgreel275

2 жыл бұрын

What? Nah. Zelensky looks nothing like Zelensky.

@jeremychristianson2973

2 жыл бұрын

Right

Even before watching... ALL THE FREAKING BEST WISHES for Ukraine and its people here from Brazil! And if I may... When our soccer (actually football) teams face each other it's pretty funny for me... Because we've got the same colors, so some times Brazil plays with the blue t-shirt, some times it's Ukraine... You know? And it's a bit confusing to me, because I always end up wanting both to win! So... I don't know. I always wanted to see Ukraine going better and better in the sport and so on... Anyway. All my respect.

As I read through these comments and my eyes start to well up a lil, I just get a lil boost of faith for moment. The amount of love that is uuuzing out of these comments is so amazing to see. To all in Ukraine, be brave, be strong, and please stay safe. Much love!

You rock bud, you are totally qualified to bring this message to the masses.

@Slaeowulf

2 жыл бұрын

He's great, but by his own admission he is not qualified to discuss the geopolitics of the area.

@ClurTaylor

2 жыл бұрын

@@Slaeowulf it’s more just about him talking about it. He isn’t providing geopolitical insight, so I think it’s important. There are plenty of people who don’t watch the news and have no idea what’s going on, and so seeing celebrities and creators talking about this stuff is how they learn about it. :)

@scenopiachannel

2 жыл бұрын

Literally the first 5 seconds he disavows this message lmao

@Slaeowulf

2 жыл бұрын

@@ClurTaylor I know. I agree with you. That still doesn't make him qualified to talk about it.

@hallieboy

2 жыл бұрын

And "keeve" isn't the right pronunciation...not in Russian or Ukrainian. It's just something the news media started doing.

hey, people with ZEEERO qualifications are Senators... don't need no stinkin' qualifications.

@Graeme_Lastname

2 жыл бұрын

Funny thing that, most of the "leaders" have no qualifications of any sort, except perhaps lies.

@TheScrubExpress

2 жыл бұрын

You heard him, Joe! Run for Senate!

I don't believe you need to be an expert to express how you feel about a situation you don't totally understand if you do so honestly, and humbly. You executed both here perfectly, and it is a good thing you are doing for Ukraine. Slava Ukraini!

I've been watching news channels and searching for any information about this best I can to keep my mind at ease 😌 but yes thank u for your input your channel is very helpful and comforting just because you are who you are I feel like updates and anything else you even want to talk about should be accepted as we all need a familiar and friendly voice to listen to your KZread channel is more then just that sometimes you help people get through there day or inspire people to look into topics they never even thought about before just know that you are a voice of many reasons 😊

Your qualification is, that you are known around the world and you are known to dig deep into topics to provide us with informational videos. And no, Putin is not like an abusive friend, he is more like a revengeful ex, who never got over the end of the Soviet Union. He will pay for this and let's hope, that the people of Ukraine and Russia don't have to suffer too much. As the Russians are affected too, when we basically try to shut down their economy. Let us not forget the brave Russians who take to the streets to protest this war and who risk getting arrested, thrown into jail or fined for these protests.

@brucemckean2848

2 жыл бұрын

'revengeful ex' sounds right

@austinwilliams8106

2 жыл бұрын

I hope he will pay for this. But I have a feeling he won't. I think his people will have to pay for his actions but he will be fine 😔

@mellie4174

Жыл бұрын

If you knew anything about domestic violence you'd know that Putin's behavior is exactly that if an abuser whether it's a boyfriend, a husband or an ex. It's power based violence!

I was waiting for this video for days. I was really curious about what you were going to say. And I was not disappointed at all. I think that it is inspiring in its own way, that you are brave enough to say that you're unqualified to have a clear opinion, therefore you just ensure the viewers about your solidarity, sympathy, and condolences. It's ok, not to be an expert. The world is full of football coaches / sport experts, epidemiologists since early 2020, now we have military and geopolitics experts too. Everybody is talking about this situation right now, and one might implicitly feel the pressure to form and express an opinion, and they do. And it might lead to unnecessary debates/conflicts, cause the arguments are based on vague, blurry information. Praise Ukraine, stay safe there, people ! 💛💙

In the 1990s I got to know a man from China. There was no secret that he was part of the Chinese military on a sort of exchange mission to the US. I was a kid at the time so I won't pretend to know all the political ins and outs for why/how he was here, but I know he was fascinated by our culture, was very happy to be able to attend church, but made no bones about the US and China being at odds with each other, and if push came to shove he would happily go back and fight the US for his country. But as I got to talking with him more in high school I'll always remember a conversation we had where he basically said to remember that all wars are about resources, and with the rise of computers the only war worth fighting for was energy, because with enough energy and computers you can do anything. This was the mid 90s, and I'm kind of blown away at how far ahead that view was at the time. It may put computers on a bit more of a pedistal then they diserve, but it shaped my understanding of conflict a lot. Anywho, it makes me think of things always from an energy perspective. Iraq and Afghanistan were about having a large active presence to stabilize energy costs in the middle east. Our leaving Afghanistan doesn't mean we were giving up on the Afghanistan people, it meant that we no longer saw middle east turmoil as a direct threat to energy supply. Which I understand is a super awful and jaded view, and I am not saying that I think it is right, I am just saying that is the national motive. At any rate. The US may be short on oil, but we have a lot of natural gas and coal. Enough that we could run ourselves for the better part of a century, all sitting under our national parks system. Protected from drilling to keep things pristine... Until such a time comes that we really need a lot of coal and natural gas. Instead, our efforts in the world are not to control oil, but to make sure it flows (the spice must flow!) and economic prosperity can continue... Specifically for our benefit, but also for the world at large as well as cheap abundant energy allows for growing happy people. Again, not my personal view, but lines up well with history. Russia also has huge reserves of coal, oil, and natural gas. They are very much a petrol state, but they also don't tap the vast bulk of their stores. They are playing at the same game as the US of trying to leave their own reserves alone while the world uses what they have, because if Russia (or the US) becomes the last viable supplier of energy to the world 100 years from now, then it ensures their ability to remain a super power. Global warming be damned, if we are all living in domes on an otherwise uninhabitable planet, we are still going to need power, and if the ecology is F'ed anyelways, then the fossil fuels will keep everything moving. Ukraine fits into all of this because they have some of the largest recently discovered large oil and natural gas deposits on the planet, and Russia wants it. Even if they take it at a loss today, even if it makes things hard for the next 20 years, 50-100 years down the road as the rest of the world starts of run out, Russia will still be sitting on a lot. Mostly because they Wil have taken it and drained all their neighbors dry first. Denazifying Ukraine is rediculous. Reunification is rediculous. Fear of a nato attack when nato would be hard pressed to ever be an aggressor is rediculous. They just want to move in, drain them dry, and then they can have independence if they want, Russia really doesn't care. But this is where it sucks. If Russia wins, they will drain the oil. If Russia gets only a partial victory, then they drain what they can, and push the boarder back more in 10 years. If Ukraine wins and gets the protection of the EU and Nato as they so rightfully diserve, then Ukraine will drill their own oil which they haven't been able to do yet because of Russias meddling. And to be fair, the oil under Ukraine is one of their best assets to help them grow quickly and rebuild, and it is their call to use their natural resources the way they see fit. But it will still be a new major player on the market keeping prices low longer, and putting off the transition to nuclear and renewable energy. This is why fusion tech is important. This is why nuclear, hydro, solar, and wind are so important. I'm not so nieve to think we will ever get rid of fossil fuels. I get we will need some form of active ccs to get our atmospheric carbon levels back down. But renewable tech and nuclear are important because it brings more viable energy sources to the market. If there is a diverse grid, then no single monopoly on energy production can happen. Oil prices stay low, and with low oil value there is less need for conflict over it. All future wars are about energy. If we can electrify everything, and have a lot of energy sources, then there is little need to fight over any single resource. This is why sanctions on Russia and higher fuels costs are good. It means more world adoption of renewables on a shorter timeline. It means less trade of energy and more independence for every country. It means less crap like what Russia is trying to pull so the world can live in peace. It is important.

@NinjaRunningWild

2 жыл бұрын

He's still wrong on computers being the key to glory. Firstly, because _many_ things can't be done with computers & secondly because you still need resources to create those computers & everything else for that matter. And the infrastructure costs & needs for renewable everything are huge. You can't force that timeline to happen sooner than it would naturally without massive social upheaval. It's a good aim to shoot for but there's a progression to everything. Force that & the results are rarely good. Really, it's a bitter pill to swallow, but the best thing for the planet & the people on it is _less people._

We all need to discuss this. Eventually we will have to react or it will spread. Without conversations we will make poor decisions

In my opinion, I don't think it's because your qualified or not. We just value and respect your opinion. Well I do...

I have been thinking the same about the swing towards authoritarianism. Lets hope this is a wakeup to the world.

@ncammann

2 жыл бұрын

Even if this does happen. AND I for one really hope it does. WE ALL still lose. Already several European Countries have stated that they will increase their Military budgets as a response. Understandable. Inevitable. But that is money that could have gone to Infrastructure. Renewables. Healthcare. The move towards "Net-Zero" will be slowed or stalled. That can only be a bad thing. I hope that it acts as a wake up call for countries to wean themselves off Russian Gas and oil. I hope it causes more people to want to invest in local energy, particularly renewables. But I am doubtful.

@CaedenV

2 жыл бұрын

As a proud republican, I have been sickened at the move towards Trump. Like, our whole thing was to be concervative, to limit government power, to limit our playing world police outside of actual national threats. And then my party backs Trump who just wants to be putin. Makes me sick. And the crap Trump has said over the past week kissing up to putin. Good lord. If this doesn't wake my party up to their own failings then I don't know what does. Trump should run as president in Russia. He would fit in better there... And putin would murder him for unning against him... But you know... Omelets and broken eggs and all... It would work out.

💛💙 Sláva ukrajině! Joe, if i didn't follow you for years, as Czech i would immediately hate cringe at you for your pick about Warsaw pakt in this video. ;)

@Markle2k

2 жыл бұрын

There was a definite difference in approach to “mutual defense” between NATO and the Warsaw Pact. NATO had qualifications to join while the Warsaw Pact tended to invade and interfere with those who might have wanted to leave.

@G4r0s

2 жыл бұрын

The Warsaw Pact - histories only military alliance to only invade its member countries.

We value your thoughts on this because we all feel helpless right now wishing there could be more done to help Ukraine. You are very eloquent with your words and I think just hearing you and your thoughts help to level us.

Well said, Joe. I'm not a content creator like yourself, though you do inspire me to consider it, maybe someday. Amongst those who know me, both near and far, I'm kind of the "Answers with Joe" guy for them and their random curiosities because I'm fairly well studied across a pretty large range of diverse topics. But sometimes, like now, the only answer is "I don't know." I've been telling everyone that I can't give them the answers they want, I can only share how I FEEL. And I guess that's the real point of what I'm saying... sometimes emotion is just as important as information. Empathy is a very powerful driving force amongst us hairless apes. It would give me nightmares to think about a world where no one cared about the horrific situation in Ukraine. I can only speak for myself when I say thank you for being open, honest, and humble about your feelings and lack of knowledge like many of the rest of us. One of the reasons your channel is my favorite subscription is that you don't pretend to be an expert that you're not. And more importantly, thank you for sharing the links you do have. I didn't know where to even start looking.

I have close friends from Kyiv who immigrated from there to here where I live in the US. They say "key ev" *NOT* "keev”. These are people who are also quick to point out (as I've been corrected on) that they are _Ukrainians_ NOT _Russian._ They owned a very well-known & busy Ukrainian & Russian deli here, so for the couple years that they were running that, I was around many immigrant Ukrainians & Russians almost every day. Never once did I hear "Keev". The "Keev" pronunciation is apparently a new designation, primarily said by Americans as a political statement. I even clarified this with my friend recently when I kept hearing it & she said _"Keev is wrong"_ basically. All that said, I hope they come out of this intact & that we don't end up in WW3. This whole thing has benefited no one.

@lengould9262

2 жыл бұрын

There are politicians in US who see a long-term political benefit in this (and several other) conflicts. And GOP vs Democrat does NOT distinguish.

@WolfsToob

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree with the “key-ev” pronunciation. Both sets of my grandparents moved to the US from Ukraine when both of my parents were very young. I also have a lot of extended family in the Ukraine, and I have NEVER heard them say “keev”. According to my family, this whole “keev” thing started recently due to Russia’s bullcrappery with the annexing of Crimea. No Ukrainian I have ever spoke with knows where or why this change came about, but regardless, it is not to original pronunciation.

You don't even know how much it means to us Joe. Thank you!

The sheer fact that you are so critical on yourself and embrace humility so much makes you a valuable channel. I appreciate your TMI, reflections and information that you publish on your video. It does not go unnoted.

Joe, I am a Ukrainian, and I think you did a great job! You, not trying to be an expert, confessing about a mistake with the map in the past and a humble honesty of the whole message - is highly appreciated. Also, almost 90,000 (at the time of this comment) viewers have heard your message, and this is very helpful in building an even stronger army of people who would take time and think about what's going on and how they can help. Thank you!

Thanks for mentioning the Kyiv thing, Joe. I’m pretty sure all the news people got a memo last week that said, “It’s KEEV. Pretend you never pronounced it any other way.” Safety and peace to Ukraine.

Hey, Joe. Thank you for this video. You got it pretty much right. Cheers from Bulgaria. PS. Bulgarians are with you Ukraine. Слава на Украйна!

Thank you so much for the video and those links. I really appreciate it.

Thank you for acknowledging the war that is happening. Every voice counts! Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦

At 73 my frustration with the amazing short-sightedness of some people is almost impossible to express. There are reasons for the establishment of such organizations as NATO, the UN, and the EU. Growing up when the Cold War was a real thing. The need for forums for countries to meet and work to avoid war is obvious. The reasons for alliances such as NATO were obvious. The benefits of trade agreements as the EU created were readily apparent. In all three cases the benefits became assumed, people either forgot why they were created (witness BREXIT) or had not lived through the times when the reasons for such arrangements were so obvious. It is similar to hearing people argue against inoculations having grown up in an era when the benefits were assumed to be somehow inevitable. Only people who never had friends who contracted polio or even some crippling childhood disease could think inoculations are somehow optional. So here we are and the reasons for NATO are now apparent. Some of the truest words ever spoken were "What we learn from history is we do not learn from history." Banking regulations were relaxed because somehow people were supposed to have changed, and then we had the crash of 2008 because stupidity is eternal and the reasons for regulations were real. History is indeed a wheel. The reason the same things keep happening is we keep going in circles and the reforms and measures taken to avoid problems are abandoned, and the problems they addressed arise again. Suddenly Finland and Sweden see why their freeloading on the back of NATO was not necessarily wise. People who crave authoritarian control can now see where that inevitably leads. American isolationism never worked because we do not have the choice to withdraw from the world, yet there are those who think we can withdraw without consequence. There are always consequences. I wish I feel better now, but when you see the price of wavering vigilance, it is a very high price indeed. Age does not necessarily impart wisdom, but it absolutely imparts experience.

@Michael-tg7ev

2 жыл бұрын

Well said Mike

@clarnichana9406

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

Thanks Joe for speaking out. It's almost heartbreaking to open KZread feed and see "business as usual" in such times. I was able to move 250km to the west of Kyiv, after receiving message that "tanks are coming" in the direction of my small suburban settlement. Thanks to our Army, they were destroyed and still can't gain any development in that direction and I'm very lucky to still have a house to return one day. Some of my friends don't have a place to return to... and every moment I am thinking of those who aren't responding and are silent on social media.... Part of my family is still under bombardment and they're very afraid to leave - most roads out of Kyiv are dangerous.

@nian60

2 жыл бұрын

Slava Ukraini. I hope you and your loved ones can stay safe. 💛💙

Thank you for speaking on this, any little bit helps bring light and attention to this lunacy.

Thank you so much! An abusive boyfriend is a great description. I have worked closely with two men who were heroes of the wars to free their countries from the Soviets, so I've had to learn the history and culture of this region. Your thoughts were right on target and needed.

The President of Ukraine is a very inspiring leader. It is leadership like that which can inspire others to do the same. Try to stay alive and in high spirits. Confidence and bravery scares the hell out of opposing forces leadership and is an inspiration to everyone else. I can't say that it wins wars, but it definitely helps.

None of us are qualified but as every single one of us learns a little bit more about Ukraine and its history and culture it makes Ukraine less and less Part of the USSR and more it's own culture and people. If no one learned about Ukraine it really could go forgotten as Putin would dismantle anything that would make Ukrainians feel like Ukrainians to push them to become Russian. Knowledge is power and in this case even if Ukraine loses this war the fact we remember it means we can rebuild it.

Although many of us cant fight with you in Ukraine, many of us are fighting with you in our minds and souls. Our thoughts are with the Ukrainian people, the world is with you... Slava Ukraini! From your friends in the UK.

Thanks for speaking your mind, it’s why I subscribe to your TMI. Unqualified or not you unquestioningly approach topics with an integrity towards facts. The world need more people like you. Keep on keeping on my friend.

Good work. Perhaps you can continue to be a conduit for Ukraine voices by sharing links like you did.

Thank you for everything you do brother! Keep up the great work!

It is because you are the “every man” and many appreciate the brutal honest yet humble perspective you bring … been waiting for your TMI on it

People trust you, and the fact that you care about whether you’re qualified and worry about it is what makes us trust you. The emotions in your voice…it’s easy to see you care. Appreciate what you’ve said and the risks you took both in making this video and on letting your emotions show. You rock.

One million refugees in a week. Let that sink in. My heart goes out to everyone who is impacted by the decisions of old men sitting in fancy offices.

@matszz

2 жыл бұрын

Now a week later, it's over 2 million.

I just watched a livestream where they collected donations for Ukrainian refugees. I’m glad to see more KZreadrs discussing this.

I really appreciate your humility and links to people more in the know. Would love to see you make a phone call some time. Not a hour long video (although that's possible) but just you calling someone who you know that might be able to help you (and us) understand a topic better. Not an interview per say just one person reaching out to another to get thier point of veiw.

Starlink is also a great way to pin-point targets. You may as well paint a huge bullseye on your building.

Love you, Joe. Thanks for posting this. Good work, Putin- you did what no American politician could do- you united us all and much of the world into going against everything you stand for. Love the channel, Joe. *long creepy bear hug*

What really kills me is I am a subscriber and avid follower of 2 vloggers from Russia: Natasha's Adventures and Dari Step. They are sweet and informative vloggers who haven't a mean bone in their bodies. However, they are suffering the sanctions which are necessary but causes them to not get paid from their jobs or receive monies from their Patrons. They need food, rent, fuel and it's a hassle. Plus, they are seeing so much violence in Russia from the police arresting protesters. The only way I get word from them is through Instagram. They too are victims of Putin's insanity. I fear for them.

@nick_john

2 жыл бұрын

They’re also afraid to speak out against the invasion (something we in the USA cannot imagine).

@robertwayne352

2 жыл бұрын

@@nick_john HA! Don't be so righteous. Wait.

@Vanderearden

2 жыл бұрын

Robert Wayne: Could you imagine if the international community slapped sanctions on Americans for the preemptive war on Afghanistan and Iraq? Or how about sanctioning Americans for the U.S. interventions in Syria, Libya and Lebanon? Or how about sanctioning Americans for their governments support of genocides in Somalia, Yemen and Palestine? You know, because it's necessary. If your upset with what Putin is doing, void of any context by yourself, then you should be absolutely furious with the actions of the U.S. around the globe. And if you're not aware, Ukraine has been a puppet government of the U.S. since 2014, after the U.S. funded, orchestrated and supported the coup that ousted Ukraine's actual democratically elected president and installed their own government. See Victoria Nuland for details. As a result of this coup, the neo-nazi factions in Ukraine came to power and have been incorporated into the U.S./Ukrainian government and political body. See the Azov battalion and C14. Maybe research the "May Day BBQ". This is not to exonerate Putin for his actions, but the U.S. has been backing him into a corner for decades. When you continually antagonize a badger, don't be surprised when it finely pushes back.

@robertwayne352

2 жыл бұрын

@@Vanderearden I'm Canadian and you are nuts.

@Vanderearden

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertwayne352: How exactly am I "Nuts"? Because you've never heard of anything I'm saying? I'm "Nuts" because these facts are inconvenient? Please, enlighten me to how I'm "Nuts", and please be specific.

Your a good man joe. You can’t please everyone and I admit I myself have had some issues with some topics and said some stuff I’m not proud of and for that I apologize. We all have strong emotions from time to time and I hope you read this and know that even though we the people do this from time to time we are still all here with you. My humble advice is to take some of these comments with a knowledge that it’s emotionally compromised people who for whatever reason at the time used this comment section to vent frustration at your expense. Try not to let the bad outshine the good you do and remember even though we all don’t know you on a personal basis we are all here watching you because we know you to be a great man and awesome communicator.

Thanks for making effort. Many people feel unqualified to partake in all issues they may feel sincere about - but it is making whatever effort that can come out of your own wheelhouse that is most important!

I love you and I'm sorry about the haters. You don't deserve that.

Well said Joe. Spain is with the people of this magnificent country and freedom.

I have to say that I am grateful that despite your doubts about not being educated in eastern european politics you decided to speak up. I feel somewhat astonished that a majority of "western" youtubers are silent about what is happening in Ukraine. In some sense youtube community became very sad place for me to be. I feel like "if you don't speak about it, it won't be real" approach is happening, and history has shown that turning a blind eye is not a solution. However your valuable attempt to say something substantive shows that maybe it is not because of indifference. Thorough by nature people like You are put in a difficult situation. Thank you for your video. It is not my country that is being bombed but it affects me deeply. You did a great job and you are still doing it. Best ;)

I'm sure for many it's a case of "Hmmm, I wonder what Joe Scott thinks about this?". I think the citizens of every country have a misunderstanding of how the citizens of every other country view them, and how we all are connected (or not connected). Being educated on well rounded topics is one way everyone in the world can open their world view. For instance, I hate math, I don't understand science, and I probably never will be a scientist. But I watch those topics and try to open my mind and let some stuff drop in. Your channel is one of those, just due to the way you explain things with reason and fairly unbiased. People who live in places who have to have biases to survive may not understand if every other person in the world does not very vocally express their views on absolutely everything. As always, the citizens are the ones who suffer for everything, and we're all citizens of somewhere. I am glad to know what you think, but I watch your videos for specific topics. I guess one good reason to express any information you have on world events is that it can place a time stamp on your creations. Thanks for sharing, your subscribers know you're not a dick.

What we are witnessing is a global community coming together in the support of a country standing up to a "school yard bully". I think that in itself is inspiring and I hope it continues. Power to the People of 🇺🇦! ✊️

Was part of Soviet Union (slight clarification)

Thanks for the heart felt and humble response to a situation you would rather avoid due to lack of expertise but needs to be acknowledged due to the gravity of the situation. Jealous boyfriends be damned!!

You handled this with professionalism and empathy. I appreciate you handling something outside of your scope. Well done!

Joe, you serve as a good example just by steadfastly resisting the Dunning-Kruger effect. Thank you. One thing the world doesn't need is more self-proclaimed armchair experts.

you can tell from the size Putins tables, he always wanted to be a super villain.

Thanks for your sensitivity on this, Joe - very difficult topic but handled honestly and sincerely. Mel from Sydney

qualifications dont always mean that you shouldnt post about it. we believe in you man and follow you for a reason, you dont bullshit, we enjoy your work. thanks for spreading awareness.

If you want to complicate things further, UKRAINE actually means "border lands", not in Ukrainian, but in an older Russian dialect... hence the "The Ukraine" under Soviet rule... So there's that...

@tarassharvan6670

2 жыл бұрын

No it's not! Ukraine means in country! U means in kraine means country

I thought ukraine was part of the USSR, not Russia itself...

@KenLord

2 жыл бұрын

Russia dominated the USSR, the smaller states within it were intentionally almost powerless compared to Russia. So it was common to use the words Russia and USSR interchangeably.

@mandywalkden-brown7250

2 жыл бұрын

@@KenLord - no, it was not. Unless you were an uninformed individual.

@KenLord

2 жыл бұрын

@@mandywalkden-brown7250 try opening a history book. When the book is different than your opinion... It's called learning.

Thank you for this video. I have to admit that I've been wondering whether you will address this issue or not. I'm happy you did.

Amazing you took this on. I too have been clueless about the history and geography and been watching all the news to get caught up and educate myself. I love your honest view of one person trying to absorb and figure out what is going on. You have added pressure being a public figure and trying to navigate the comments. I really feel your anguish. You look tired. Step back if you can, you are a hero. And just a small nerdy note, I am hard of hearing and hear ok but lip read some. Your video and audio is always slightly off. Maybe that can be a lighter subject for another time, how our senses adapt and we are not always aware of it. I really miss a lot when i cant see people speak, I am like "what was that"? and "say that again". We all love you Joe, keep doing what you do!

I'm Ukrainian and it feels like everyday someone at work wants a soundbite from me on what I think. The problem is the situation isn't as simple as "Putin bad", even though I have no love for the guy and want him out of my country. Both the US and Russian have been meddling behind the scenes there for decades and Ukrainians have suffered for it.

@Paulkjoss

2 жыл бұрын

I feel for your countrymen when I see that Russian convoy stretching for miles and miles and slowly closing in… A terrifying sight and only there seemingly because of the ego of ONE LITTLE MAN…

As heartbreaking as this is, we have to consider the potential of nuclear war if we have boots on the ground or a no fly zone over Ukraine. Putin is wrong. Ukraine needs help. Let's not destroy the world with good intentions.

@jojo-pk

2 жыл бұрын

Luckily, almost nobody (you always have some lunatics calling for war but they're a small minority) here in Europe thinks it's a good idea to get NATO involved. Not only would it trigger WW3, it would also give Putin justification for going all out.

@lauramc4fun

2 жыл бұрын

What is heartbreaking is that Ukraine want us to help with air support and we cannot because of the risk of nuclear war and wider conflict (think WWIII). I know that if the world could step in and help, we would. But the risk to all of humanity is just too great. In my opinion, we're at the closest point to nuclear conflict than at any time since 1962. If Putin thinks that any of the western countries are involved directly, he *will* use nukes. He's a cold calculating psychopath and he's using our fear of this against us all. He knows exactly what he's doing and he doesn't care. The entire situation is so unjust and heartbreaking. I cannot believe the atrocities Putin will sink to. I also can't believe how strong Ukraine is in the face of such unimaginable force. I'm proud of them and so profoundly sad for them. The injustice of this is so wrenching. I find myself for the first time truly angry at Russia's 'leader' or should I say dictator. I grew up during the Cold War, but I was a kid, so I didn't understand it then. Now to be back under nuclear threat again and see this horrible injustice and all the people suffering it just makes me so mad! How can Putin do this? I blame him. I know there are people in Russia that also stand with Ukraine and risk jail or death to protest this atrocity. I thought the world had moved past all this. I was wrong. With all my heart, I hope for Ukraine to prevail.

When this all started i have to admit i didn't feel bad for Ukraine, because the last information i knew was that child pornography was legal in Ukraine. I only recently found out that in 2018 they finally outlawed child pornography. My mind was set on the idea that any country that legally allows child pornography to happen SHOULD burn to the ground. Glad to see it was changed and maybe some of the kids there are safer now.

Thank you so much for just .... talking about this in your own stream of consciousness way. It's like a conversation with a friend on something so heartbreaking that so many of us don't even know what to say. But it's good not to feel alone.

Just a small note, Ukraine was never part of Russia, it was part of the Soviet Union. I know you meant the same thing but just fiy.

@TitaniusAnglesmith

2 жыл бұрын

It was part of the Russian empire for hundreds of years

The things we don't know is bigger in volume then the entirety of the known Universe. All one needs is a sense of curiosity. A little bit goes a long way... Otherwise, your going to be stuck watching funny dog and cat videos, and think you lived a full life.

Off topic but how long have you had this second channel? Been following Answers with Joe for years and had no idea this other channel existed

Thanks for the honesty, and the links.

You did well Joe! 🙂

Joe have you been following Eva Fox 🇺🇦of the Tesmanian? She has been tweeting and still reporting on Tesla as she escapes danger in Ukraine. 🇺🇦 Hopefully she is safer now, you should try interview her.

Being influential has its drawbacks. It’s important for people to understand mistakes but very easy to say as someone who’s not directly affected by the issue

Well done Joe, you did this video respectively and very informative . You are so humble yet convincible. You can't change minds that are already made, but this post gives informative information that we all can digest and respect. Thank you for presenting this in a respectable and informative post. Same as you done with many others, especially your COVID post. Keep up the great work and we love you!

More politics ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿

Are you going to talk about other issues like palestine, uyghurs, Rohingya people, etc..?

@clarnichana9406

2 жыл бұрын

This

Seems to be one of the rare issues that we (practically) all agree on. Haven't seen any hate, from bots or humans.

Good video Joe. I agree with you, I was not expecting to see you do a video on this at ALL. BUT, we, your followers, do value your opinion on many things. One of the best ways to understand a subject is to listen to as much info on it as possible.