You aren't from Seattle you liar, you are from Federal Way or Auburn. There is trash, junk and tires dumped all over Alabama. Rural states are dumps, including toxic waste.
You could not have done better. Seattle has things but too many people per square inch as they say, living in Tri Cities for 32 years getting too big as well.
My fiancee was going to move to Pollard and a friend lives in Wetumpka. I saw those areas and I really thought it was beautiful. Montgomery has nice old areas and Birmingham has a great remodeled downtown. I was ready to move there and excited about it. He ended up going to Nashville but I loved Alabama.
I've traveled all across this country so much I should've been a trucker. You can't find more a more down-to-earth willing to help you out spirit than the people in Alabama. I ended up there for a while by accident and I'm glad I did. The people there taught me a lot about what it means to be a human being. I wish I could be more specific online, but you can't talk bad to me about Alabama. I just won't hear it, one side or another. YMMV, but they all showed me acceptance and kindness, didn't matter what shape I was in (and I wasn't in a good situation at the time). I'll take that with me for life.
We moved to Alabama almost 2 years ago from frozen WI and LOVE it here. The people are wonderful and even a passing stranger on the hiking path turns into a 15 minute chat. Southern hospitality is real and we embrace it. And the food !!!
There's something about your videos that lightens my mood. You listen and intuitively encourage people to share their core values. Many of the people you talk with feel like a friend from my past when folks were down to earth and just themselves. Particularly in Arkansas and Alabama. Reassuring to see that the church is still important in the life of these small communities. Mappy's takes are on the mark and always make me smile ( and he always made me laugh out loud when he shot his gun out west). Anyway, thanks for making it possible for me to go along on this ride.
I grew up in Cullman. Its the kind of town where as a kid you can walk to the local cafe with your friends and then see whats theyre selling at the dollar general without a parent around. Great place to live
Thanks for another great video Nick. I get to see another part of the USA that I've never been to before. People in Alabama sure seem friendly and down to Earth. Country folk that love to hunt and fish. The farmer with the horse plough was priceless.
My wife and I live in the beautiful town of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our home is 6 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico (in part, thanks to your videos). We love it here!
@NickJohnson it played a role. We lived in Hawai'i for six years, up until a certain event involving useless masks came along. We would watch your videos constantly. It reminded us, especially during that time, that there are places back on the mainland that weren't so restrictive of one's freedom the way Hawai'i was at the time. Ultimately, we moved here in 2022. We thoroughly enjoy your videos. Thank you for your excellent work.
@theraptureisnearbelieveinj448 Hawai'i was the worst. It was like Jim Crow 2.0 when it came to their tyrannical mandates. Let's put it this way, any state government that allocates 150k in taxes to purchase robot dogs used to seek out homeless that weren't jabinated is freaking scary.
Nick many thanks for your videos. I am from Northern Europe but you have taught me to see the good and the bad that my teachers at school could not teach. The country is so very pragmatic. Thanks for catching a glimpse of it and hope to see it for myself.
As a Moulton native was really cool to see us mentioned, our businesses and economy are growing and will continue to grow rapidly the next 10 years with First Solar Inc coming. I really enjoy your videos
Somethings I learned by living in the south. The people are wonderful. The humidity is unbearable. I ended up in Idaho for the last 35 years where the people are wondeful and the humidity is very low.
I was in the army from 68-70, the worst years in 'Nam. I fondly remember a lor of southern boys particularly in the 101st Airborne Division. Strangely, I can't recall even one, from New York.
Born in Alabama and still live here although not in the same area,I don't recommend it but you made it look decent. My grandfather used to plow like that man and I haven't seen it done that way in many many years so pretty cool to see someone still does it that way
I am in my late seventies raised on a farm outside Gadsden Ala. We plowed with a mule until I was in the 1st grade and upgraded to a Sears Bradly Davis walk behind, followed by a Ford 9n. I retired in East Oklahoma, and still garden every year. Container mostly now. LOL Loved the folks in Alabame, but had to leave for the draft back in 1966, and only return for weddigs and funerals. Still love to visit.
Highly enjoy these adventures into the back woods and off track parts of our beautiful country! There are certainly more than a few folks out there who could use some Good Deeds and Good Things! "How America used to be, how America should be." THAT quote hit a bullseye! 🎯
Rattlesnake Saloon sure is interesting looking. I'd like to go there. And stay in a cabin. And sit on a rocking chair at the lodge. Seems like some really nice people in Alabama. Thanks Nick for your enjoyable and never boring videos. When I watch your channel the time goes by too fast.
I’ve felt called to Alabama for a while. I haven’t been able to make the trip quite yet, but videos like this confirm that something speaks to my soul. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Nick watch allot of your videos and you did a great job. Lived in Bama all my life and it’s not bad and yes most of the people are kind but we do still have some issues with our education system in some cities or racial problems. Overall Alabama is a great state and a decent place to live and you came at the right time. The summers here are BRUTAL hot…
When I was around 16 my parents because of work, told my little brother and I that we were leaving California and moving to Alabama. I thought my life was ruined. Fast forward a few years and I graduated HS in Alabama and was completely in love with the state and her people. After HS I joined the military and never made it back to Alabama, I settled back in California where most of my family lived. I look back fondly on those two years I lived in Alabama and wouldn't trade that time for anything.
I've lived on both coasts and the Midwest. I've been to 5 continents and a dozen or so countries. I drove 3,500 miles west, with 3 cats and my wife in the car and 4 cats, plus wife, heading 3,500 miles back east. I'm "sub-rural". I mean, it's full of farms but also town shopping areas. Quiet and peaceful. Beautiful and full of wildlife. Sometimes deer scratch themselves on my house, and when the owls chat, the coyotes yip, because they can't reach the owls. Turkeys, beaver, bear, and all types of critters. Farm stores with milk from cows that I wave to on my commute. It is really wonderful. My house was named "Slice of Heaven" by a friend from the city, he's like a brother. I've known him since 1986. The joy on his face, from walking around my woods was heart warming. He is in the city, but he was raised in the suburbs. Everyone needs to get out and into nature. It's good for you.
great video, boy there's is nothing like the South!!!! I miss it so much. 45 yrs ago when I lived in NC a man plowed the adjoining field with his mule. He would grow crowder peas and he was at least in his 70's or 80's.
You know what I noticed? Is that you made alot of videos about Alabama something about Mobile, Montgomery, over the years. I am happy that you appreciate the uniqueness, and wierdness that this state provides.
British person here Me and my family have just come back from a road trip to the deep south And yes we accidentally saw more of Alabama than we thought we would, and we are more the happier for it. The countryside is very much like the southern counties of the UK We loved travelling through the state
Aw, I love Robert and his little farm and donkey 🤗. ❤ I was not meant to be born up north lol. I am a country girl at heart, I ride horses and love gardening and outdoor work. ❤ Alabama 😊
Nick, there are thousands of "channels" on RU-vid, but I do believe yours is my favorite. You are a funny guy, and give everyone a fair shake. Don't change a thing.
Yesterday I heard “Sweet Home Alabama” on the radio and thought to myself, “Nick Johnson is the only reason I know what he means when he talks about Muscle Shoals.” From the Cowboy Church (do they dress like cowboys for church there?) to the fried apple pie (looks kinda like an apple fritter), you show us things in America that no one else does, and from convenience store workers to managers of tractor supply companies, you seek out people whose opinions are rarely shared elsewhere. I hope that people everywhere can get to understand each other better through your videos and grow as people. You’re truly doing God’s work here, Nick. Keep up the great work!
My wife and I live in the beautiful town of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Our home is 6 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico (in part, thanks to your videos). We love it here! Let's be accurate about something here...there are black people who are anti-white here, too. Being black and living in Southern AL I've met more than a few. That said, I've met some great people, regardless of race. You get what you put out, if you're an a-hole you'll attract a-holes (kind of a universal law). The opposite is also true, of course. Great video! Come down to Gulf Shores and enjoy the white sugar sand beaches and Royal Red shrimp!
Hey Nick, your videos are always interesting. Great work. So, of all the places you’ve visited, what at your top choices for all around nice cities to live??? It seems like you were impressed with Boise, for example.
Come on back & visit Athens in Limestone County. Its the fastest growing in the state. Honestly, I wish it would stop...Huntsville Al. is what keeps the Tn valley alive. You have Redstone Arsenal, Space & Rocket Center, etc...alot of money in Huntsville. Loved your sense of humor! Great vid!
Years ago I worked on ships when I first got out of high school. Most of the deck crews were from the South somewhere. It seems like the best people I met were from mobile AL.
" I bet he doesn't even know what's trending on twitter" LOL..Robert kinda looks a little like his mule Eyore, talks a little like him too. Takes everything in stride. He must be 82-83 and still plowing the field. God bless him. We could use alot more Robert Thompson's in this world. Another great video Nick. You crack me up.
Northern Alabama is gorgeous. Nice weather. Friendly people. We'd be living there right now if my wife's family wasn't in Wisconsin (we live in Iowa though).
Next trip, visit Cheaha and Desoto State parks. Ft. Paine is nice too. Alabama is the end of the Appalachian Mountain chain and has some pretty waterfalls and mountain views!
Should check out pike rd, al it’s the fastest growing city/town in Alabama and it’s east of Montgomery going towards auburn on I-85 if you think prattville was nice your in for a surprise about 25 neighborhoods being built in 1 area!!! Truely amazing and beautiful ❤
You should have stopped in Scottsboro at the Unclaimed Baggage Store, lots of good deals. I live in GA, but I love going to Alabama, it is a beautiful state.
Nice finding that Bear Bryant hat! Gary Busey actually starred in a biographical film about Bryant - titled "The Bear", that came out a year or so after Bear Bryant passed away in the early 1980s.
Thanks Nick for doing such a great video on my adopted state of residence here in Alabama. It was nice to see my area in Cullman county getting some love; I have rented U Hauls at that Cornerstone market in Cullman that you went to and have had interaction with that same lady too. Nice you stopped at Pop's cafe in nearby Hanceville; Ive heard that place is really good. I see it all the time cause I work pretty close to there. I like you also lived in So Cal for most of my life before moving here almost 7 years ago. Thanks for showing your You Tube audience how nice it is here, thanks again.
I live in Florida not far from Alabama line and go to Alabama often, I've been up to Birmingham, of course we bypassed it, been up to North Alabama and found it quite nice! I read where Huntsville is larger than Montgomery. I've lived in the country for almost 30 years and being older I like it my daughter and grandkids live here and while they don't hate it they would like to move to bigger cities, I told them when you do you'll be back here when you realize how to much it is! Lol
GREAT to see another video Nick...My great grandmother lived in Florence Al. I remember the large farm house and no bathrooms, there was an outhouse I think I was around 5 yo.. You're so entertaining...
Damn! Nick, I loved this video. Born here, and live here, I did live in San Deigo and Long Beach CA, while I was in the Navy. The oldest kid lives in Richmond VA, RVA I'm Glad you got to see some nice places, Springville, Pell City, Ashville, Steel Al another drag strip..
We lived in Phenix City, Alabama for a few years... 2008-2010, when my husband was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. He got his first Harley from a dealer in Montgomery. ❤
I grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. I could go downtown at night, alone, have a good time, go home, without ever being raped or killed. How many places like that can you name?
Love your videos, partner. About the only show on Yourube that makes me feel like I am watching a good old fashioned TV documentary. And the wild west music theme for some of them was just pure art. Always look forward to your next episode. Much obliged. Please keep it up.
That was an awesome video, the kind of areas I love. Call em hillbillys or whatever they have values and they exercise their kindness with others. I was astounded and almost think I was watching a movie or something. Thankyou
