This Amish gentleman is a credit to the human race. Thank you, Peter, for the lovely program.

@Mike-jv8bv

Жыл бұрын

he seems like a really genuine person.

@EphemeralProductions

11 ай бұрын

Indeed. ❤❤❤

Ivan is a refreshingly articulate, intelligent, aware, communicative human being.

@michael.lecompte

2 жыл бұрын

Really well said.

@wharikiclarke802

2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@Tommyweeziy

2 жыл бұрын

Very good good man.. really, i really liked this whole video

@helives2630

2 жыл бұрын

Most Amish I've met are the same.

@Floreypottery

2 жыл бұрын

Many are very smart due too the lack of govt schooling brainwashing

Ivan is such a sweetheart, he seems proud of his horses, his kids, his land...a grateful, humble guy.

@jina414

10 ай бұрын

I wish i had a father like him

@cornell833

9 ай бұрын

@@jina414 why ?

@freedomlife2024

9 ай бұрын

​@@cornell833why you curious?😢

@ciloocla

9 ай бұрын

I’ve known him for most of my life. He’s one of the best people I’ve ever met, and every bit as welcoming to everyone and anyone as depicted in this video.

@freedomlife2024

9 ай бұрын

@ciloocla are u you sure? Don't spew nonsense here...

I know you've heard this 1,000,000 times, plus some... but never stop making educational content . You're one of the only content creators that doesn't guide conversation for your own benefit. Or over speak people... you let them guide you. Its actually amazing.

@joelness

10 ай бұрын

Peter is a great humble observer. It's a much more fascinating and honest type of journalism than any televised media I've seen, and really allows the subject to be heard, understood, and appreciated for who they are.

@lordbelshare7669

10 ай бұрын

Exactly, instantly picked up on that too, so grateful for his style of documenting these cultures, it's more raw and unfiltered... "Organic" if you will.

@artyomnuzhdin8711

10 ай бұрын

observer and listener. always great and interesting topics to watch.

@awesomereviews1561

10 ай бұрын

Very well put.

@Kaelacraftygirl

9 ай бұрын

Really well said Marisa !

This man is probably one of the most wholesome people I’ve ever seen interviewed. He did a great service to his community by allowing himself to be filmed and interviewed by Peter. Allowed us outsiders to really see how people in that community live and by what framework they live.

@EphemeralProductions

11 ай бұрын

Indeed. He is so great! ❤. Bless him! And his family.

@prafulphadke8683

11 ай бұрын

Great vidio thanks my friend.

@Chris-ey8zf

10 ай бұрын

All you need is millions of dollars in land, farm animals, and equipment, a free house that could be classified as a mansion on top of it, and no bills. You too can have what he has. Give the rest of us that and I bet the rest of us could be the same way.

@Shah97kazi

10 ай бұрын

Not to mention how cute his kids are! Love the way they do their hair

@penelopeshaffer5143

10 ай бұрын

It is not necessarily true that all of the “English” have very stressful lives. You don’t have to be Amish to have a quiet, laidback lifestyle. I object to blanket statements that their life is “better and less stressful” than everyone else who is not Amish.

I love the sincerity in how they talk. No sarcasm. No complaining. Turning everything into a positive statement about the future. Also I noticed even with tough topics they tend to have a moderate viewpoint, respecting the views of others even if they don’t agree. I would love to spend an afternoon getting to know a guy like that!

@juanbarberis7192

Жыл бұрын

If 99% of the Americans would be this way - it would be a "sane" country.

@robearle3976

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful people! Aren’t they……

@bevis1528

Жыл бұрын

Living in WI I use to see them all the time. One day while out ice fishing I saw an Amish guy and decided to talk with him. Very down to earth nice people. He spoke German as well which I found interesting.

@Isayitwithmychest

Жыл бұрын

I feel ya

@Isayitwithmychest

Жыл бұрын

@@juanbarberis7192 I feel like it's not 99% of the people causing the so called "sane" country...ik ik long way to say 20% of Americans but I don't have the stats you have to draw the same conclusion, anyway happy youtubing

My dad came out of an amish backround. He studied by oil lamp and attended a one room school house. His dad was the teacher for 1st through 8th grade. So many things he was raised with he taught me and enforced it. ....Being frugal, living from the land what God gives you, working hard and contribution to the family. So many other good things that have helped me in my path through life. Im 66 now he's 91 and takes care of my 87 year old mom. I think it would be great if everyone had the chance to live in a convservative way. The drive to buy, buy, buy goes away. A live for myself and the heck with morals seem to slip away. Everyone benefits from this life,... everyone. Amish or not.....Thanks dad ...💖

@sandyedens9222

9 ай бұрын

Your words are insightful and inspiring. I totally agree. My grandparents taught me alot of these important lessons. I miss that. Today society doesn't have the correct values. Thank you for sharing this. I grately appreciate what Ivan spoke of. Great lessons everyone should hear, learn, practice.

@Novadean1

9 ай бұрын

Yes accurate I'm from Germany and say you Nailed it, thay hard working folks very 👍 nice.

@sharonjacobs5351

9 ай бұрын

@@Novadean1 Thanks. And, greetings to you from the US...🇺🇸

@Prettylama284

7 ай бұрын

From your point of view why do people escape it? Most of them seem happy?

4:20 the son imitating his dad with his hands on his hips, whether he knows it or not. Very precious to see the father son bond

@malindabrowning9240

8 ай бұрын

Nice to see someone else recognized that. It was a very precious moment.

@flowmovementtherapy2096

5 ай бұрын

If there's any doubt that we pick up our behaviours and characteristics from adults, this is yet another example. I point this kind of thing out when people say 'bunions are genetic, all the women in my family have them'

@user-bn3rk9tk8d

Ай бұрын

I noticed that, too. This is so like the way my father was raised. It makes me smile & remember him & how hard he worked. He was raised Apostolic, which is close to Amish, but yet not quite. To help the family financially, he & most of his brothers(9) were farmed out to neighbors to work & sent the money home. Rough life, hard working people, faith driven, & honest helpful people. His oldest brother was sent to the local rural 1 room schoolhouse. He was sent home with a note. He didn’t know or speak any English. He spoke only German. His folks were so embarrassed. They tried very hard to start speaking only English. They son went on to school thru 8th grade. Then out to farming for neighbors.

This man appears to be highly enlightened. His stress-free demeanor is very contagious I love it.

@kereyc5751

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly right by saying the term "highly enlightened"

@Nadaters

2 жыл бұрын

I imagine a lot of it is fulfilling farmwork in the beautiful nature and he gets to teach his kids to do it too.

@vaporiiz

2 жыл бұрын

indeed

When he said that he couldn’t imagine the stress of living in the city he hit the nail on the head . I never thought about it that way but he’s right.

@SP-ny1fk

Жыл бұрын

"It's so easy to forget how much noise the Matrix pumps into your head until you unplug"

@drizzt8965

Жыл бұрын

@@SP-ny1fk We're unplugging are you?

@SP-ny1fk

Жыл бұрын

@@drizzt8965 Every day :)

@deadmeatjb

Жыл бұрын

Whats stressful about the city that isn't just your job, im a city courier, its not stressful its just a lot, rent sucks tho

@heptolisk

Жыл бұрын

The replies were edited, though. The "I can't imagine the stress" was not directly in answer to living in the city, but a reply to looking out at the rest of the country, especially after watching the news. He is saying that the world outside of what he is doing is stressful.

I’m a Christian, and I think about that all the time. If people had more moral values like these people. I can only imagine how much better this world would be.

@claireholding2376

9 ай бұрын

Some of the most morally corrupt people I have met have been Christians.

@01happykat

8 ай бұрын

Agreed! The dating world alone could use an overhaul, but that's where it begins, right? When we don't respect potential partners or only regard them as objects for pleasure, it's hard to expect much beyond that like an honorable spouse or a healthy relationship. Our country and culture has certainly lost its way. I'm seeing a glimmer of hope lately that more people (myself included) are turning to God for answers.

@harrr53

8 ай бұрын

Well, let's say nowadays they are only able to lead the lives they lead on the back of the achievements of those who don't live like them. If America was a 100% Amish country, it wouldn't be a country because someone else would have rolled the tanks in a long time ago. Or at a smaller level, the generator he uses to charge up those batteries would have never been there if non-Amish people had not developed them. That said, he's a humble and charming man and I don't think he's trying to pretend otherwise or suggesting everyone lives like him. It doesn't come from a place of arrogance or fundamentalism. It's a choice, and a respectable one. I love the charm of the countryside life and there is a lot to be said for living a simpler less stressful life. That his kids spend time reading instead of watching the idiot box, kudos to them.

@01happykat

8 ай бұрын

@@harrr53 I understand your argument, but I don't believe she's suggesting everyone live like the Amish. Rather, she's suggesting that if more of us embraced similar values (family, morality, faith, hard work, frugality, etc.), we'd have a different society. I agree we would. The dating scene alone would change drastically and likely for the better. The general lack of respect people have for one another within it is abhorrent! But, yes, you are correct -- and the Amish acknowledge it. They are able to live with the religious freedom they have here in America because of our history and willingness to fight for freedom. We all benefit from our culture in this way.

@ACL7211

7 ай бұрын

Look up stories about people who have escaped the Amish. They have horrible cases of child sexual abuse. If victims speak out, they get punished more than the abusers for not "forgiving". Just be a good person - you don't need to be religious or have an extreme lifestyle to be a good person.

It might not be Utopia for everyone, but Ivan sure is a wonderful human being. I very much enjoyed this episode. It reminds us all of how many great people there are in this world.

I was my own general contractor last year building my house. I subcontracted out my framing and my kitchen cabinets. Both done by the Amish. Hands down the best people I ever delt with. Their prices were comparable to other companies in town but their craftsmanship wasn’t even comparable. The attention to detail. Worth every penny. And the work ethic. You could even compare it. They are genuine people who stand by their word.

@Favorite-catNip

2 жыл бұрын

I was browsing a second hand store in Wisconsin. And came across a binder displayed on a stunning table. Made by Amish craftsmen. Absolutely stunning one of a kind large dining room set. Absolutely amazing.

@eddieokojie5425

2 жыл бұрын

What could be better than that. Integrity and trust. The world lacks these, massively. That’s how come we’re where we are!

@FaceFcuk

2 жыл бұрын

They use hardwood best timber for everything and make it to a exceptional standards.

@nikkibell4621

2 жыл бұрын

My parents had furniture built by the Amish and only go to them year after year.

@carollevola9047

2 жыл бұрын

Nikki Bell wow. Do your parents really need to buy more furniture every year?

I like how they aren’t clueless to the outside world. They just know what they like

@RC_928

2 жыл бұрын

He knows what Amazon is lol

@robinlillian9471

2 жыл бұрын

They all spend time experimenting in their teenage years before deciding to commit to the Amish church or not. Of course he knows what Amazon is. He's not stupid.

@Mike-01234

2 жыл бұрын

You don't have to be like the Amish to be happy. It's a mindset they have which you want don't judge people, look for the good in everything. See the world with an open heart.

@waurbenyeger

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mike-01234 True, but also - how amazing would it be to live in a place where if your car broke down your neighbor would just swing by and fix it for you? I work with the Amish on a somewhat regular basis, and their sense of community is astounding.

@camd4648

2 жыл бұрын

@@waurbenyeger I guess that's how things used to be. As the modern world gets more isolated, those old neighborly values dissipated.

Very true about the big ag. Absolutely nasty industry. Thank you Amish for what you do.

He is so relaxed with you, like 2 old friends spending the day together. Looks like you two had a ball! Great video, so informative ❤

This farmer is so effortlessly charismatic. Amazing on-screen.

@dafunkystar

2 жыл бұрын

i feel the same! love him!

@Fragrantbeard

2 жыл бұрын

He is very warm and open, isn't he?

@lasseb5612

2 жыл бұрын

charismatic?

@sirnabhath4219

2 жыл бұрын

He is honest and pure human being

"Wherever there's people, there's gonna be problems"...truer words have never been said 😅.

@razorsharpbt124

10 ай бұрын

Yes, Ivan nailed it on that one for sure.

The Amish are some of the nicest & sweetest people in the world. I’m so blessed to call some of them family.

It is just like rural Romania 🇷🇴. Love it. In Romania and Eastern Europe in general this is still a way of life. Time ⌚ stood still there too and nature is a blessing. Besides people are more God fearing as well. God bless the Amish people.

@cristinachira

3 ай бұрын

I wished what you said was true. Farmers in Romania are slowly dissapearing and the ones that are left are very poor and don't go to church anymore. People don't help each other anymore. I follow Iosif pe Coclauri for fun and it saddens me to see villages left with a few families.

This is how our lives should be. Farming the land, taking care of your neighbors, and the feeling of fulfillment of a hard day's work, then you get to be with your family. Such a great lifestyle

@daninthelionsden

2 жыл бұрын

@Talcum X which is a major issue in itself, taxes and regulation have I would argue been deliberately implemented to prevent most people being able to live like this.

@bleedthebeat

2 жыл бұрын

@@daninthelionsden agreed

@nickwebb9937

2 жыл бұрын

That’s how it used to be back 100 years ago or more.

@amexicanandaredneckfathert365

2 жыл бұрын

@Talcum X This is a great observation.

@swtorjunkie6171

2 жыл бұрын

Humanity has evolved past the point of this being a realistic lifestyle for everyone. Not without a huge population decrease in the billions...

I guess we try not to depend on government, we take care of our own. Absolutely love his stance.

@ginakelley749

2 жыл бұрын

I lived in Wisconsin, lots of Amish there. They fixed my antique furniture for little money, always honest. They farm like the old farmers I grew up with in 🇩🇪: have a variety of livestock, cows, pigs, chickens, ducks - horses. Keep cats to take care of the rodents, plant a garden, grow potatoes, wheat, grow grass to feed your livestock and make hay for the winter. Grow fruit trees. These people were not wealthy, but they were never hungry!

@gunsandrotors8704

2 жыл бұрын

Way smarter than our b.s. system...much better life...

@maremuse

2 жыл бұрын

@@gunsandrotors8704 But possible only with access to land, healthy water, know-how. My grandparents had no electricity or indoor plumbing but they had land, healthy water & know-how.

@gunsandrotors8704

2 жыл бұрын

@@maremuse agreed . My grandparents also. I think the world would be a better place..but far too much GREED. It will be Gods will if its gonna change. And lm praying.

@maremuse

2 жыл бұрын

@@gunsandrotors8704 We gotta do more than pray, altho prayer helps! Jesus raged against Almighty Greed yet he’s being used to blind us to it. Makes me livid.

I am addicted to this channel! I'm so grateful to Peter for his incredible work. I feel as though I'm discovering the USA along with him as I know we all are who are huge fans. It's like stereotypes breaking down one cultural group at a time.. and revealing our true humanity. Just incredible! I know you all feel the same and these videos are bringing us together! ❤

Isn't it crazy when you think about how this man lives in such a secluded and exclusive community, yet he is a very reflected, open and welcoming person? Love your content, Peter!

I used to mock the Amish for being “backwards” and I realized that we are the backwards society not them, they are on to something advanced

@pos6666666

2 жыл бұрын

Same. When I was younger, I was the same. Now, I envy the lifestyle.

@GregMcCarthyUK

2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful way of life. We are the backwards ones for working like the way we do now.

@1baccslap

2 жыл бұрын

We sacrificed our humanity for vain pleasures and comforts and now are coming to the realization that we've enslaved ourselves in the process.

@joejoey7272

2 жыл бұрын

@@1baccslap instead of us consuming technology as needed like the Amish we let technology consume us .

@bonedtothestone7408

2 жыл бұрын

You were in the right mind before. Now you are deluded.

"I couldn't imagine the stress" I hope you never have to sir.

@tomatop6754

2 жыл бұрын

As the government becomes more Authoritarian over time I fear the stress is gonna get to them soon. My hope is that those 6.0 birthrates that the Amish communities have will come in handy up in Ohio and PA when they realize that they NEED to start voting at least on the local level to push the Authoritarians out of their lifes. If they can keep that birthrate up for the next 50 to 100 years theyll be fine hopefully. I pray so anyway.

I watched this vlog before I sleep, and I had a dream that I went there and walked in the nature, the peace and calmness I felt in that dream …was wonderful, I think my soul wants this kind of life far from the city. Amish people are lucky :’

This man has to be one of the most authentic, loving people ever.

This is better journalism that 99% of what one can see on TV worldwide. Great job 🙏👌

@cyh4031

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!!!

@bubblesbutterfly1235

Жыл бұрын

Yes sir !! 😀 I just discovered this channel about 2 hours ago! And now I’ve been to Alaska and Amish country! I’m so happy! Literally for the first time in weeks I feel peaceful.

@susannefoort6606

Жыл бұрын

@@bubblesbutterfly1235 ... 😊👌 !!!!!

What a beautiful soul Ivan is, he emanates genuineness

@dertythegrower

2 жыл бұрын

Good man, that's all that matters. Respectable for sure, no question.

"I don't know why we humans don't... why cant we just... learn." What an intensely, thought provoking question. I can tell that Ivan spends a lot of time reflecting on life. The amount of wisdom, that must be within him is hard to fathom. What an amazing human being.

@janisber111

3 ай бұрын

Start reading books and spend less time on computer and you will have the same question.

@user-ei6xj6sz9j

3 ай бұрын

The fear /respect for the Lord is the beginning of true wisdom. According to the Bible.

"Humans.. why don't we learn?" Ivan, that is a question for the ages. Thank you for a glimpse into your life. Thanks Peter for this episode.

I would much rather buy any and every product from this farm versus a factory farm ANYDAY. How he takes care of his farm and animals and community is so beautiful, special and inspiring.

@marianopanski823

2 жыл бұрын

The way they treat they animals and land, will be then in the taste of they products. Have nice day!

@AlexandraG_

2 жыл бұрын

@@marianopanski823 absolutely agree! You have a nice day as well!

@N0N4M30

2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexandraG_ yes same the horses look well fed and are being handled with love! I’m sure the products from their farm are delicious

@MohammedAli-hl4mr

2 жыл бұрын

@@floki1664 unfortunately but then again thats true for most people everyone thinks things are wrong but if its not infront of them they'll just ignore it because doing things in a more ethical way is less convenient.

@AlexandraG_

2 жыл бұрын

@@MohammedAli-hl4mr yeah you're right but not all people. You shouldn't group people together without knowing them.

I’m not Amish but I’m a retired farmer. Us farmers if another farmer needed help just like this man talked about every farmer gets together to help the family in need. Farmers are a special breed of people.

@rooksensleaf

10 ай бұрын

u usually have that in vilages across the country. anything thats not city will (most of the time) stick together.

@Chris-ey8zf

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, grifters who take government subsidies while voting against helping anyone else. Billions in taxpayer dollars spent on farmers in subsidies, yet they call it communism for anyone else to get help. Sitting on millions of dollars worth of land and farming equipment, yet they pretend to be poor. Farmers are all grifters.

@lauraquigley6403

10 ай бұрын

So true or a neighbor of a farmer that needs help. My dad was a farmer and they are the kindest people!🙏🙏🙏Blessing’s

@calisingh7978

10 ай бұрын

It’s also caste looking out for caste as slave labor on the farms as a foster kid, I am not heart broke to see fresh blood coming into the communities and stirring things up, good riddens.

@lyricessence

10 ай бұрын

That's the power of community.

Ivan is so wonderful. He seems like such a happy, joyful, fun person to be around. He works hard and still has all the time to be a good father and husband. And it seems like he treats his animals well which is always a sign of a kind person. Bless him and his family.

What a happy man ! Family time. Church. The Bible. What a good person. Thank you for sharing him with us, Peter :)

Your Amish series has prompted many discussions with my husband about how appealing the Amish lifestyle and culture is in this crazy world and political climate we live in. And since our beliefs and core values are biblically based that is welcome in a spiritually dry world. This series, like others before it, is so respectful and honest with no bias of your own. I enjoy your filmmaking style so much.

@paisleyt500

2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@otterable1

2 жыл бұрын

I feel very similar to you. I love how much focus the Amish put on family and community. I wish our society had that as well, it seems that technology only draws us apart.

@lostwithdan4331

2 жыл бұрын

The Amish lifestyle might seem apealing to you, but if you haven't grown up in it and decided to try it without growing in that enviroment I think it would be very hard to stick to that lifestyle for a lot of outside people in the long run.

@billytuff8286

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta ask. Is it not obvious that they might be inbreeding? A lot of these people just don’t look healthy. Look at the kids in a couple of the previous videos.

@SevenHunnid

2 жыл бұрын

I’m just a Mexican stoner trying to make it out the hood by doing reaction videos & storytimes on my KZread channel 😎

The world needs more people like Ivan. What a cool guy. Peter, you have such a great way of interviewing and documenting people and culture... thank you!

@tiko4621

2 жыл бұрын

Yea Ivan comes across as a stand up guy. Like his attitude about the world, I think we could all learn something from these folks.

@JuliaB1955

2 жыл бұрын

Peter should be getting an armload of Webby Awards for his work. The tide is turning toward truthful reportage. Recognition will be coming.

@martinwarner1178

2 жыл бұрын

Well said Sir. BOTH subjects. Peace be unto you.

I keep noticing just beautifully kept the lawns are, the picket fences. Things don't stay like that without a consistent programme of works. I'm in awe of this lifestyle.

I am from India. Peter, your work is absolutely stunning. I have watched your content on and off for the past few days. I must say you have introduced to me a whole new social group - Amish/Mennonites. I did not have a clue about such a social group that too in the USA. Sitting here in Mumbai, for me of the US was what the popular media showed me all these years. Whenever I travel to the US, I would be so much more interested to travel the interiros of America than the big cities. It has such authenticity and charm. Much love for your work.

We need more Ivan's and fewer politicians.

"We try not to depend on Government." "We take care of our own."

@ahmadhadidoun7162

2 жыл бұрын

You can use technology? 😲

@scottgeoffrion158

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a beautiful life.

@lewandowski1997

2 жыл бұрын

This phrases are music to my ears 😂

@davesbainrps6909

2 жыл бұрын

All governments eventually control its people like China

@davesbainrps6909

2 жыл бұрын

Most could not work this hard

Ahhhhhhj these Amish/Mennonite interviews are WONDERFUL!!! I can’t even find the words to express how much I have loved and appreciated these. Thank you. I’m so happy I found this channel this weekend and subbed almost immediately.

When you love your neighbor it keeps men/ families from falling into depression,and a sense of uselessness. It's more than just a helping hand up.

I've thoroughly enjoyed the Amish series every Sunday morning. I really hope you have more of this content in the pipeline.

@Lidia1312

2 жыл бұрын

Me too ❤❤❤ amazing!

@lainefreedom5010

2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy his video also, and this is some great content about the Amish

@colaw77

2 жыл бұрын

Me, too!

I used to drive by the Amish when I was stationed at Ft. Campbell, KY in the early 00's and would feel sorry for them...now I envy them. These people are living amazing lives

@circesercy2190

Жыл бұрын

I was there at that time too. I felt bad when people honked at them in their carts

What a fantastic interview and Ivan is really just such a genuine, down-to-earth individual. I wish I had him as a neighbor.

My whole view and opinion changed about Amish culture. What a simple and beautiful lifestyle they have. They don’t harm anyone they live in their own little clean and independent world. I actually have so much respect for these people. Prejudice, racism, and hatred come from ignorance and misinformation. This video showed me who these people really are. Ivan such a kind and simple man. Very refreshing to see people like him. Peter, today I watched 3 episodes of your channel. I really appreciate your work.

I love Ivan's reaction to Peter's hypothetical of only having dinner once a week with the family, Ivan seemed to not be able to fathom that idea at first.

@libertyandjustus8258

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! It was like he was trying to imagine living on the moon! Wonderful family environment!

@alphabeets

2 жыл бұрын

Right on. I thought the same thing. It was unimaginable to him.

@sonnyjs15

2 жыл бұрын

Nuclear family, baby

I love how Ivan said, "Were they ever given a chance?" This is how I feel. Broken and unstable homes are the real issue in the USA.

@marialiyubman

2 жыл бұрын

Omg. Exactly!

@luxbookplanners

2 жыл бұрын

You’re 100% correct.

@buildingwithtrees2258

2 жыл бұрын

*feminism is the real issue in the USA

@Looch1717

2 жыл бұрын

In the world.

@jasonadair9849

Жыл бұрын

Isn't this the coolest video? I wished I could have been born Amish. That man has some really lucky kids. He has to be a great dad. I'm gonna be bummed out when I get to the end of this series.

This is such an amazing insight, what a wholesome life these people have.

Love this guy. What genuine human being.

It's incredible how free his mind is. You can't but admire him.

@ryans7972

Жыл бұрын

He seems like a guy you would enjoy being around

This man is a real one. Down to earth, honest and happy.

What a blessing to be with these people living a simple life and feeling the peace of God within our own little community. Love your videos with Titus and the Amish.Thanks Peter.

Very humble man. I wish more people were like this.

I loved that he was concerned about balancing work with being a dad. He made sure he did his own work to not burden his children beyond their own responsibilities. It was such a beautiful moment because he is teaching his kids the importance of hard work, but not taking advantage of his kids in the process. Our society tells us that if we put any of our responsibilities on our kids, we are hurting them. Are we not also hurting them by not giving them responsibility and accountability to themselves and the family?

@TankManHeavy

Жыл бұрын

Yeah its great, in the days of old a son would learn everything there was to know from his father. Especially with regards to trades i.e blacksmithing, farming.. all fathers should strive to teach their children to be the very best version of themselves.

@lullaby218

Жыл бұрын

I'm a girl but would've been great if my father taught me how to do field work and wood working. Instead he taught me nothing. If I had to pick a trade it'd be steam bending wood.

Horse ploughing and probably no fertilisers. No heavy chemicals and no compacting of the soil. That top soil must be off the charts in quality.

@sidilicious11

2 жыл бұрын

Plus putting manure on the fields every year too.

@teresamullet6574

2 жыл бұрын

This is where I live. I assure you they use fertilizer, it’s just natural manure from the cows, pigs, chickens, etc…… It smells awful around here during fertilizer season. That said, I use their compost on my flowerbeds & the flowers go absolutely nuts.

@PieterBreda

2 жыл бұрын

The problem nowadays is the combination of artificial fertilisers and herbicides/pesticides plus the heavy agricultural machinery. The soil gets overcompacted and the soil somewhat dead.

@LifePhantom

2 жыл бұрын

Or half their crops are infested / unusable

@eatmoreporkporky4342

2 жыл бұрын

The soil is excellent out there in Wayne County. In fact there is a huge collage of agriculture in nearby Wooster Ohio. I'd love Peter to cover Wooster also, as its a good mix of modern yet old world sensibilities.

Whenever i see the amish i see a glimpse into the world of my colonial ancestors. Ivan is an awesome dude and this was one of your best documentaries.

Ivan's innocence made me cry. He was so humble and calm.

I feel like Peter is going to become fully amish at some point. I would totally do it lol.

@whitemailprivilege2830

2 жыл бұрын

People said he would become Hasidic too.

@deanl0

2 жыл бұрын

Nah he's just a traveller that soaks in.. from town to town. He likes the modern world.. Amish and Hasidic don't.

@yourfavoritenetcitizen6525

2 жыл бұрын

@@deanl0 true

@hullie7529

2 жыл бұрын

I'd say it's pretty difficult if you don't have a plot of land already.

@yourfavoritenetcitizen6525

2 жыл бұрын

Sure become amish, live with no electricity, bad Healthcare, little to no showers, rotted teeth, having 6 to 7 children, live in a theocracy with a possibility of being shunned over anything.

Absolutely loved this interview. His biggest worry "Am i a good father". 🌻🌻

Been loving this series. I’m also grateful for your caveat at the end. It’s important to remember that there are negatives to every lifestyle and this would be no exception. I would really appreciate a more female-centric look at their world, but appreciate the difficulties for you to achieve that. At any rate, thank you for a wonderful look at a world many don’t get to experience. Greetings from Australia.

This fellow who invited you to his farm and showed you his surrounding community, might have been the brightest Amish you have spoken so far.

I can't get enough of these Amish videos. I have always longed to be apart of that life. since I was a young boy. I am 35 now. Drugs and alcohol ran through my family like wildfire. All that's left is my sister , two brothers and myself. Now as a father I want the absolute best for my child and i can't help but wish I could be raising him that way. Thanks for the videos. I am drawn in to every split second of it and leaves me longing for the next one.

@PeterSantenello

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you're liking them :) You've got your whole life ahead of you Lee, with the power to chart it out as you desire.

@gunnargaming8584

2 жыл бұрын

@@PeterSantenello thank you sir.

@SarahMartinez-kp8sy

2 жыл бұрын

Stay strong 🙏🙏🙏

@t.r.4496

2 жыл бұрын

I have three sons and from the time they was old enough to do work I taught them the reward of hard work. They are in their 20's now. If I am doing any type of work, I don't have to ask they offer the help. If it's mowing the grass or planting the garden. The values you instill in your children while they are young will go a long way.

@tlockerk

2 жыл бұрын

There are huge numbers of small rural towns in the midle of the country --high plains states-- some are even giving homes to people to move there. Land is not horribly expensive, for decent land. I'd rent first...find out the pros and cons (you know all about everyone, they know all about you) of small town life. You have to work at living in small town communities, personalities still get tense between families, relatives, and newcomers. And there are people who help each other.

Ivan knowing hundred of bird calls. Made me cry. Oh the time we miss rushing…I will stop to listen more.

@huemanexperience1738

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Which is why I don't "rush" anywhere. Everyone being busy and accomplishing nothing, just to say they're busy. Love my farm life ❣️

@The_ZeroLine

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

I feel such a sense of calm when listening to Ivan speak and especially when the camera shows the vast landscape. Thanks for sharing your insight and intelligence Ivan!

The kindness and sincerity from the Armish people is just amazing.

Peter: "You ever had a blackberry?" Me: "The phone?"

@user-mp9xz8yg4j

2 жыл бұрын

I thought he was talking about the phone too. Seems like a question that the Amish could ask an Englishman: “do you have such and such technology.”

@Chancla196

2 жыл бұрын

Or an apple 🍏

@JoeSmith-gn1ki

2 жыл бұрын

I thought he was gonna bust out an old razr

Been watching this series from the Philippines. My first exposure to the Amish community was the Hollywood bowling movie. I gotta say Peter you have opened my eyes, ears and heart to this incredible culture. This has been said so many times but this is exactly what KZread was created for. Thank you to everyone that made this happen. Sensational on all fronts. This “Englishman” respects you all very much. ❤️❤️

@alexandermertens8734

2 жыл бұрын

He’s not english.English people are from England

@TheTimader

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexandermertens8734 I’m not sure you watched much of this series 🤷‍♂️

@csenior10

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexandermertens8734 have you watched any of this series? If so, you want to watch it again. If you haven’t, you should watch it. It’s great and you’ll understand what he means by “English”

@daggerlungs

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexandermertens8734 I suggest you watch more of the series before being a smartass

@Shane-zx4ps

2 жыл бұрын

@@alexandermertens8734 everybody from outside the Amish,s world is English

I'm having a night with some pretty tough anxiety, in regards to both some short and long term issues, and watching and learning about this way of life, seeing the genuine smiles on the boys and father, and taking in the beautiful scenery has been a calming salve for my mind. As a father myself, this piece gave me so much to think about and ponder. It's left me better than I was before I watched. Thank you.

We have so much to learn from this community, in our constant search for materialism we forgot our roots, the simplicity of just enjoying life, we all knew it when we were kids, as we grow old we start forgetting until our life gets consumed by time.

I could listen to this guy all day long. The world could definitely learn a lot from these folks.

@SSNESS

10 ай бұрын

Living in the past would’ve been so much better than now

@BeardedDanishViking

9 ай бұрын

@@SSNESS Not even remotely. You can romanticize the past all you want, but things are objectively better now, when looking at the whole. Yeah we have a lot to improve upon as a civilization, but we'll get there. Regression is never the answer.

@ThaJew420

8 ай бұрын

Absolutely. He talks about Christianity should be a bigger influence again, but really just the basic tenets and morals are what’s needed most, minus the religious implications. I was raised Catholic in my formative years and even tho I’ve completely abandoned the religion, I’m glad I was exposed to it in a way. It taught me the pitfalls and negative aspects of organized religion and fundamentalism, along with the positive moral foundations. I kept the good and left the bad.

@olybears57

8 ай бұрын

Idk about you but I could listen to that rusty mower groan all day

A muslim from Malaysia here. I love to see people who are respectful and faithful no matter what their faith is. So I love these Amish people. They are faithful believers indeed. 🥰

@b52goats

Жыл бұрын

They are Christian. As-salamu alaykum

@wanpingchan8362

Жыл бұрын

Is fine if you want to practice this way of life in an isolated areas but don't impose it to everybody to follow.

@kuppikkandam

Жыл бұрын

@@wanpingchan8362 But you can impose your lifestyle on others lol.

@oldmanbiscuit7518

Жыл бұрын

@@kuppikkandam exactly. They rather push their degeneracy onto others, rather than having a moral way of life.

Honestly, with all the stress in society. I kinda wish I lived in an amish society. It is so wholesome.

He’s such a normal person. That’s the way we all were once. No show offs just simple.

These series are so thought-provoking. The fact that we feel such a connection with their lifestyle says it all. Fresh organic food, family, honest work and nature...all the rest is optional.

@caseylynch1993

2 жыл бұрын

I wish the rest of the US and the world can take those human properties back. Now people are just trash 🗑

@teresahildebrandt2390

2 жыл бұрын

Casey, I totally agree with your post.

@j.t.s8618

2 жыл бұрын

Because their souls are not advanced enough to adjust to society. That is all they know so they instead call society - wrong... when it's in fact, they are underdeveloped as souls to adjust to society. It may take many lifetimes for them to fit into society. Many community groups like that are baby soul age groups.

@courtney_paige89

2 жыл бұрын

@@j.t.s8618 Whose souls aren't "advanced" enough? The Anabaptists' (Amish and Mennonite) souls?

@TheAwsomeKilaShow

2 жыл бұрын

Sabre just because society is where it’s at today doesn’t mean it’s good. From what I see the Amish live a much more fulfilling life.

I have to admit that I’m a bit envious of this lifestyle. There’s something special about it. Thank you for sharing Peter.

@mikebooth930

2 жыл бұрын

Some, just the religion part I couldn't get into.

@micheljohnson-figueredo8627

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikebooth930 the cool part is that you don’t need to, many can live like this and just stick to the principles of community, individualism and respect.

Real american lifestyle, pure and straightforward

Amazing, I couldn't stop thinking about this dual world contrasting with each other. My feelings tell me that Amish are better off living life the way they do so connected and respectful to mother earth, animals and humans. "Keep on exploring"

Ivan is soo well balanced and grounded in reality. I would love to have him for a neighbor. We need more people like him. America is broken right now.

@Essays4College

Жыл бұрын

Dude's in good shape too.

@EphemeralProductions

11 ай бұрын

I know it

@EphemeralProductions

11 ай бұрын

@@Essays4College farming and physical work tends to do that to a body. lol

@_The_Seeker_

11 ай бұрын

It isn’t “Broken” it’s people like you that have no purpose. My people have been making change and the world sees us. How big of a spark will it take to convince you to stand for your Country? Our, country?

@matthewgreen6089

10 ай бұрын

The Bible, and Holy Spirit makes him the well rounded man that he is !

When you think about it this guy never went to high school yet he is managing his own organic farm, doing just fine without any government help, no mortgage, no student debt, no monthly bills and fees and he sounds orders of magnitude smarter and wiser than your average Starbucks barista with college degree.

@scratchpenny

2 жыл бұрын

I think American high school is a big waste of time for many people. How many people really take it seriously? And learning how to do things in the real world can be just as valuable, and usually more so. Plus, most jobs don't really require college degrees to do them well. It's just that our society has bought into that idea and made it a requirement. Moreover, a lot of what is missing from our mainstream culture is morality and principle-based decision-making.

@huemanexperience1738

2 жыл бұрын

That's how societies actually lived worldwide....till they were brainwashed into believing they needed a gvmnt. Get rid of gvmnt, get rid of 99% of oppression put upon people.

@yagruumbagaarn

2 жыл бұрын

He mentioned that house is 125 years old. He inherited it all from his great great grandparents. Of course when you have generational wealth there is no need to take out a bank loan. Unfortunately the content of this video does not fit your bootstrap fantasy.

@lamebubblesflysohigh

2 жыл бұрын

@@yagruumbagaarn where did I wrote anything about ownership? My post was about ability to manage a business without loans, government handouts and needless bills. It looks like unfortunately content of my original post did not fit your limited ability to comprehend written text.

@huemanexperience1738

2 жыл бұрын

@@yagruumbagaarn generational wealth? Then why are most farms owned by few? Most of America OWNED their land, farmed, lived well. The Amish stayed away from the gvmnt titty plain and simple.

Ivan is such a nice guy. Imagine. He earned my utmost respect and I am a person from the other side of our planet that knows very, very little about the Amish. Thank you for the imformative upload and greetings from Argentina!

What a gread lad! He is so humble and so nice. We need more people like Ivan.

24:00 When Ivan was bragging about how many bird calls he recognizes, that was the purest and most amazing moment of the whole Amish series thus far. I have watched everything, and I keep re-watching this video to see and hear Ivan ! He is the best !

@Tortuosit

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet and I understand it, love to watch them too. Birds are somewhat a symbol for innocence.

@carollevola9047

2 жыл бұрын

Tourist of Tapioca, oh yeah? What about falcons and eagles? Predators and scavenger types? How about a big ol' greasy and evil, ugly looking buzzard?

@Tortuosit

2 жыл бұрын

@@carollevola9047 Yes.

wow the conversation about stealing was very informative. his take on "innocently stealing" actually shows a tremendous amount of empathy for how other people can perceive the world. what a good guy

@gagehammock3896

2 жыл бұрын

The “innocently stealing” comment he had was honestly profound for me… very very well spoken!

@TheAwsomeKilaShow

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that struck me too. He’s right, a lot of these people come from broken families that don’t teach morals. They just teach “ get you yours “. A lot of them don’t have fathers either. This is what a “godless” society will be like, if there is no higher morals then morals decay.

It's a beautiful, meaningful life without all the modern distractions that only add more unnecessary complexity to our lives.

What a sweet man! For someone who chooses such an isolated life, I am suprised by how at ease and open he is.

I was amazed when he said he knew over 100 bird sounds. The Amish might not have a full US standard education, but they are very intelligent in their environment. Loved this video.

@libertyandjustus8258

2 жыл бұрын

And I might add sonce I have lived among Amish for 25+ years is that their "basic" schooling outweighs most highschool education. Their math and English and writing skills are excellent ! Highschool level ! Would put our public institutions to shame in most cases. I write this to those that may question the Amish only going to 8th grade. 🤔😃

@Unit285

2 жыл бұрын

@@libertyandjustus8258 Many Amish/Mennonite 8th graders are completing 12th grade curriculum.

@ravenravstopbanningmeyt1034

2 жыл бұрын

ironically the us standard education dumbs you down, so they are smarter than most people. they also don't eat the garbage and drink the garbage we consume, they are far healthier than us

@hse6144

2 жыл бұрын

Standard US education? Is that like CRT?

@Unit285

2 жыл бұрын

@@Powerhaus88 It’s all part of it. A lot of it started when common core was pushed into the schools.. now the public school system as well as many colleges seem more about Marxist indoctrination than education to help people succeed in life.

Im so jealous of their lives. I feel like my soul is aching for this type of family, community, and simple life with the beauty of nature. Id give anything to live like this. 😢

@machinismus

10 ай бұрын

same here. the religious aspect isn’t for me but I’d love to be a part of a nature commune with other like-minded people.

@bushmonster1702

10 ай бұрын

I envy them greatly.

@jlfa4720

10 ай бұрын

You all can create anything you want, most just don’t bc I can hear and see you believing it is not possible when in fact it totally is. Mind set is everything! Just create it!

@zenjon7892

10 ай бұрын

You're only four or five decisions away from living a completely different life

@jlfa4720

10 ай бұрын

@@zenjon7892 in every moment! 👍🏼

I like grassy places, like horses, like big houses and small communities with kind people, think I'm Amish, that's it man. This place is so cool. Im glad for them.

I am amazed how beautifully they live and keep their farms ❤❤❤🥰🙏🕊👆💯❣️

This was my favorite interview. He’s so open, personable and has a great sense of humor. Wonderful series. More more please!!! 🙏🏼👏🏼❤️

@bobwild9995

2 жыл бұрын

Agree......Ivan was very open and had no problem giving his view on the "Way of Life" they lead, and with the community. Also, if you caught on to his 'political' views, were very subtle and direct.

@marlissfern2710

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobwild9995 Yes! He tries to keep up with the news? Interesting. First I’ve heard any of them say that. Wonderful work Peter is doing. I wish he could posts these daily. 🙏🏼

@pattyedgeman7935

2 жыл бұрын

I would love to be apart of their world. … to be in this world but not of the world … This is simply beautiful. No words to describe the serenity and peace that is felt in this interview. Oh how I wish .. and can only dream of this great escape from society we have become. Those children will be blessed with the love of a father like this.

The whole discussion at 18:08. Even the Amish, possibly the most apolitical group in the US, know something is rotten in the state of Denmark. 🤣🤣

@songbird377

2 жыл бұрын

😂👀

@teriley123

2 жыл бұрын

@Rickus Aurelius Hell yeah brother! GD democrats and global elites flooding their core areas of support with the absentee ballots of the dead! You think its really called Amish country? Hell no! Its called Biden Country! 👍🏾

@LuvThyMind29

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Also said the covid is a bad flu; they all got it and continued as always.

@nogodiggydie

2 жыл бұрын

Or maybe because they're so insular, the government just doesn't really know who's actually alive or dead. More likely explanation.

@LuvThyMind29

2 жыл бұрын

@@nogodiggydie How long ago did you hear him say that this family member of his died? This was the only ballot he had ever received for this man.

dudes in amazing shape. love these people.

I love your channel because I get to see how different people's stories are. Real people. Real stories. Really makes you think about life.

I rented a little farm house and my closet neighbors were Amish. They had 13 children and they sold fresh produce, bread, pastry, pickles, jam etc... everything was so delicious!! The wife, her name was Naomi and she made beautiful baskets of all sizes by hand!! The prices ranged from $15 to $100 per basket and she ended up GIVING me a few as am act of kindness. I used the smallest one as my son's 1st Easter basket, the medium one as a fruit basket and gave the larger one to my stepmom for Christmas. They were so kind and although I live a county over now, I still occasionally stop by and purchase pickles from them!! :) Also, I'll never forget giving them a ride home from a bus stop. Naomi, 2 of their daughters and her husband had just gotten off a greyhound bus that came from TN where they attended her father's funeral...their ride never showed up, they had no phone or way to contact anyone. I was in an old chevy pick up truck and offered them a ride home. Naomi and the children sat in the front with me while the husband sat in the back of the truck. It was his 1st time ever riding in a truck...I remember looking back as he held on smiling from excitement. ...looked like a kid in a candy store!! I laughed when he told me I could drive faster if I wanted [I could tell he was enjoying the ride!!] ....I then realized how much we take for granted in life...or lose the special meaning of things we get to do...such as just taking a ride in a vehicle......a moment I'll never forget!! Thanks for this video. ..once again, killing it with this series!!

@KushBs112012

2 жыл бұрын

Your such a liar

@samjamil8511

2 жыл бұрын

Top

@ashley_aquarius

2 жыл бұрын

@@KushBs112012 Why the hell would I waste my time making up a story about helping my former Amish neighbors out with a ride? What would I gain from it? You calling me a liar? LOL people like you kill me. Just because I experienced something that you obviously haven't before doesn't make me a liar. I don't understand but whatever. I hope there will be a time in your life whenever you're telling a person something you did that you'll never forget because it meant something to you and there's a judgemental idiot out there [someone who doesn't know you preferably] calling you a liar. Then you'll realize how ignorant you were by leaving this comment. & by the way, "Your" should actually be spelled "You're".

Imagine a lifestyle where you're looking out for, and trying to help out the Joneses opposed to keeping up with them. I can't think of a more honest and beautiful concept.

Watching this video is like watching a friendship grow. What a wonderful man. God Bless him.

I really like how Ivan was so open about his life.