Who Are These People!? | Now in Lao

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They're only located in two areas of Laos... and we stumbled upon them!
Who Are These People!? | Now in Lao
The poorest of the poor.. They are the Prai. The Prai population is only about 50,000 and found in Northern Laos and Thailand. 30,000 located in Phongsali and Xayaboury high in the mountains in Laos. The area we were passing through this day is home to these people..
Everyday life in Laos, we live in Vientiane, Now in Lao with Lao wife, Neenee Lao life living in Laos capturing the Lao lifestyle, daily life in Lao, where to go in Laos, travel destinations, Laos tourism, customs, Lao development and how people live in Laos in their travel Laos videos and travel vlogs. Now to Lao, Vlogging Laos S.E.Asia !!
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Sabaidee and welcome to my channel....Now in Lao!!
My name is Todd and i am an Australian currently living in Laos with my wife, Neenee.
This is a channel primarily dedicated to Laos and the people who live here, our daily lives and our travels within this amazing country. Thank you for watching and if you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to ask, by either commenting or contacting me via Facebook.
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@NowinLao 2 года назад

Prai live in two widespread areas of northern Laos. One group live in Phongsali Province, the northernmost province of Laos, in the Boun-Tai, Boun-Nua, Phongsali and Samphan districts. A large number of Prai also live in Xaignabouri Province, further south. They live in the Hongsa, Xaignabouri and Phiang districts of Xaignabouri Province. Others live in neighboring Thailand. What Are Their Lives Like? The Prai are generally known as a poverty-stricken and despised people, with a poor sense of self-worth. In some places they have hired themselves out to Hmong and Mien as menial laborers. Their hard lives contribute to their generally dejected appearance. Whatever property or wealth a Prai family is able to gather is inherited by the youngest daughter. The Prai "typically subsist by hunting for wild game, raising domestic animals and farming small plots of land. Since metal is taboo in their culture, they are particularly skilled at manipulating bamboo to make everything needed around the house; for floor mats and baskets they interweave pared bamboo with a black-colored grass to create bold geometric patterns." What Are Their Beliefs? There is some Buddhist influence among the Prai in Laos. Several villages are reported to have temples, but the majority of Prai remain bound to traditions and a host of evil spirits that they feel forced to continually placate.

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@pakc6949 2 года назад

Todd, I feel your sadness for not having enough for everyone, but you and Nee Née have done much more than the rest of us. Thanks for all you’re doing!

@alexthai4957 2 года назад

Some people might think you help these poor souls because you are successful in life. I believe you are successful because you have a compassionate heart. Absolutely inspirational.

@timdingleakajacksparrow2748 2 года назад

That little Girl in the Green T-shirt, waited so Patiently! Until finally she got something, then jumped up and down with Joy 🥹! Brought Tears to an Old man’s Heart ♥️🙏🙏🙏✅Well done Guys 🇦🇺🇦🇺

@AutumninAsia 2 года назад

Mine too.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

What a character! 💚

@NowinLao Год назад

@@nikkimclay5474 it seems you're the only one who thinks so.. normally I'd ignore a comment like this but this is your 3rd negative comment in less than 20 minutes about people who have virtually nothing. Is this what you're really like Nikki or are you having a bad day? Try to put yourself in their position.

@sycp.6556 2 года назад

Appreciate your returning and contribution to communities, especially those remote areas.

@spirittaos 2 года назад

I was going to praise you on how your photography has improved, then you stopped at that village and the work you do for the Laos people is what's most important

@vanmalaphongsavan1331 2 года назад

Tod and Nee did so wonderful trip hearts and minds.... Thank you

@Yvonmoua 2 года назад

God is always blessing you guys Todd and Ne Ne! Be safe okay.

@438harry 2 года назад

Your best trip ever! Many touching moments.....you have a rare talent for compassion.

@gordo191 2 года назад

I would love to show my Grandchildren these places so they would know how fortunate they are to have what they have ,

@ForRiel 2 года назад

So much beauty of so many kinds in this video. You're making a big difference to these people and don't you bloody forget it. 😊🙏🍺

@NowinLao 2 года назад

You are so kind Claire. Thank you, I wont 😉

@alexthai4957 2 года назад

Sorry but I must make a second comment. regarding the closing b/w photos and soundtrack, artistic and powerful. Your ability to tell a story with video and photos is outstanding.

@algodong 2 года назад

yeah, really like the fotos at the end.and the music. Been there, seen them too

@Bad_Karma1968 2 года назад

Todd as always superb mate The roads you are experiencing are the roads i remember narrow winding and nauseating The good work continues

@sbccdc 2 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing these fantastic videos of the Lao people. I lived in Thailand for 17 years and I can definitely relate to your life in Laos. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@putinyasingharach1558 2 года назад

wow that's greatest Todd and Nene share the things for people hands to hands.

@Fredroc57 2 года назад

My first thought of the couple living on the mountainside is, where do they get drinking water? Looking around you don't see the barest of necessities, water. I don't know how they manage. Some of the most resilient people ever. After reading your pinned comment you have to think to yourself that, that is a heavy burden to carry around. You and Neenee are doing some wonderful things. 🙏👍

@mkommany43 Год назад

Sabai dee,it is so beautiful,thanks for sharing fun to watch

@koolbugz 2 года назад

would be nice if some rich people got together and converted a bus into a mobile hospital to provide medical care for those in need. im sure the ladies would like some under garments as well. thanks todd and nenee for helping with what you can.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

They're busy accumulating stuff.. Sorry, couldn't help myself😉 Thank you

@pasitp7370 2 года назад

Ay Todd, you’ve every right to sling that dagger at those who should do more. But regarding a mobile hospital bus, I think that is a great idea, but a bit more complex to execute. I’m willing to support one such mobile hospital to see how it would work. Here in the U.S., my wife and have donated funds to purchase and furnish a fully equipped mobile vaccination van, but that was in partnership with our alma mater’s School of Pharmacy. Todd, do you know of any connection to such school or hospital in Vieng Chanh who would be a good partner in such a charitable venture? Btw, another gem of a video; amazing vistas, and as always, great music selection.❤

@Pfit111 2 года назад

That was such a nice act that you did for them. That video nearly brought a tear to my eye I reckon.

@edsouvannarath8759 2 года назад

You guys are so generous great humanity You guys are fantastic people I don’t think we can thank you enough for what you do thank you thank you

@portline3 2 года назад

You excelled yourself with this one Todd........the music & the black and white finale is superb. 👍👍😊

@Duncandisorderly9111 2 года назад

Great vlog you good hearts 💕

@advancedppf 2 года назад

Thank you for helping these people…

@teoschatz8430 2 года назад

🤗🙏🏼! Loved the video, thank you 🙏🏼 You guys are awesome 👏 Take care.

@AutumninAsia 2 года назад

Again as always a great video. Always looking forward to your next one.

@nicoletorel8818 2 года назад

Hello,Once again what a beautiful and moving video! Thank you for bringing us back to reality. What many Westerners often forget. Congratulations to you and see you soon.💗🙏

@philyew3617 2 года назад

It's heart wrenching seeing these people, so gracious and grateful while so poor. I can completely understand how you Todd and Neenee feel when the stock runs out. Each and every person who received something never failed to thank you. Western kids have forgotten what hardship means, have no idea what hardship is.

@markbrandon7756 Год назад

Another GREAT VIDEO sharing the beautiful People and they culture. CAM ON TO YOU AND NEE NEE and the Wonderful Donors.

@Allagiti 2 года назад

The black and white still photos are so interesting. Please include more from time to time.

@littledaemon001 2 года назад

Beautiful country out there, and the people.

@sainaty 2 года назад

The giving is the noble things good job

@davidgarcia4657 2 года назад

I'm sure those poor people appreciate what you do for them. God will bless both of you for all you do. Oh, I like the song, Moody Blues I think.

@andyfisher7772 2 года назад

Todd, you and Nee Nee are wonderful people 🙏🏻

@adriancoates3455 2 года назад

Heart warming stuff, magnificent..

@ftkinsella 2 года назад

Beautiful music to begin. Todd your heart is too big my friend. God bless you and Neenee. Cheers

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Thank you my friend. 🙏

@bcjoey9944 2 года назад

You're a good and blessed man. You must be so grateful

@billsimpson2392 2 года назад

Wow.

@dyaaong6030 2 года назад

You both are amazing! Bless you both!

@seraphina6647 2 года назад

That was very generous of you and your wife to stop and give clothes to those local villagers, I would love to go visit Laos.

@costasworldofmusicmemories5792 2 года назад

Todd, this was a stunning video. A beautiful score. The music complements the video. So good. Sending you lots of love. Jim and Harriet.💖💖 Richmond, Va.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Glad you guys are enjoying the ride 😁

@vonglo4587 Год назад

Thank you again guys, you guys rock. Awesome videos

@petercross6960 Год назад

the last photo epitomises two things. The lady smiles with the wear of decades of optimism in the face of poverty; the youngster looks into the distance with a slightly furrowed brow, with the same optimism I hope. You bring joy Todd the Father Christmas of Laos. 23:00 fussy Squid Game girl "she finally settled for something" - brilliant, she skipped away! Love it

@tobyjugg6202 2 года назад

Jeez mate, your production style is now tip top pro level - that opening sequence of car, drone, car and drone was brilliant in showing where you were - a total of 10 seconds and any viewer get it straight away. A great vid of an unusual place - well done Todd - huge thumbs up. No amount of personal charity work will ever compensate and will just scratch the surface bud BUT those you touch will always remember a strangers kindness so think of the positive effects you two are having - its humbling mate. The black & while imagery really captures the peoples self respect, pride and gratitude - brilliantly captured mate, got that damn dust in my eyes again ya bugger. Even after all these years I cant find a coping mechanism to get me over the Resource rich but cash poor people - jeez I must have bought hundreds of school uniforms by now lol.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Hey mate how's things!? Cheers, appreciate your kind words.. ya big sook 😉 Yeah I'm sure you have.. it takes very little to help many here and I'm sure many have noticed what you do also! Stay safe brother 👊

@yongtecksen4162 2 года назад

Great journey bro and very well done. It shows we are all just human and living life. Really admire what you and your wife is doing.

@davidnorton7464 2 года назад

Great seeing the fussy girl doing her happy dance when she got something she liked

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Hahaha Yes it certainly was ❤

@dmguni 2 года назад

Hey Todd and Neenee, I suggest a project to drill a couple of water boreholes for the Prai village that has one water source.

@chrissonnenschein6634 2 года назад

Beautiful countryside. What strikes me about these remote peoples in your vlogs is how clean and orderly these villages are the poorer they are. Here I am in Birmingham UK and some of these neighborhoods look more trash tips. Only a matter of how one defines wealth! But you’re right Todd - all the reading about slash & burn doesn’t really make a point until you are amongst them.

@agentmmarts3059 2 года назад

Todd and NeeNee are legends. How awesome it is to be in the position to give. May God you and all your marvelous donor's.

@williamstropicalfarm5082 2 года назад

Thank you for the stunning views of the far north. Always wanted to get up there. Beautifully editied and the photography was amazing. I think about all the people you help and wish more of us could it. They have next to nothing. Thank you again.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Our pleasure!

@farangutan6773 Год назад

My God those people were poor . Bought tears to my eyes . Thank you for giving them some clothing .

@nesmith777 2 года назад

Todd, great work as usual. I wish more people would do as much as you. The positivity that you and Nenee brings to these people's lives is beyond words.

@antruok4950 2 года назад

Certainly a different community - the black n whites show the realities in a different light - again Many thanks to you & neenee for giving them as much as you can 👍🙏

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Thank you for all your support Ant, it's much appreciated mate 👍

@Macjohn1419 2 года назад

Brilliant video as always, mate. God bless you and NeeNee always. It’s a shame you couldn’t have another truck of goods following you with clothing and medical supplies. I made a donation to your PayPal account to help you spread the charity work that you both do. Cheers, mate, and both of you stay safe and healthy.

@NowinLao 2 года назад

John, your generosity is second to none.. you helped a lot of people this trip, and now will be helping many more on our next in the coming months. Thank you my friend 👏

@jovyvue2290 Год назад

Thaks both of you for the gifts

@puggsincyberspace 2 года назад

I liked the photos at the end…

@danielhartwig6333 Год назад

Great drone shots. . . .🥳🍻🍻🍻😊🥰🫵😁

@davepb5798 2 года назад

Nice work guys, little things make a big difference to those folks.

@justin9162 2 года назад

Thats beautiful guys, helping those in need. I bet you made there day mate. Much love ❤️

@khamboutsady1624 2 года назад

Thank you for what you guys are doing. Great job. Try to get shorter advertisements so you get paid.

@sherylgergen6672 2 года назад

So many challenges for the Prai......it is great to see the people receive clothing and your kind, encouraging words! You could see the gratitude, especially with the mothers. You and Nee Nee are doing such wonderful work. Big hearts! Also, your music is awesome:)

@theelife. 2 года назад

That's very nice 👍 👌 😊 and generous of you and your wife ! เป็นเรื่องที่ดีมาก👍 👌😊 และมีน้ำใจต่อคุณและภรรยาของคุณ !

@esandave Год назад

Really like all your videos This one was very good I first come to Thailand as servicemen over 50 years ago this video reminded of them times going to small villages I been in a small village in Esan now 23 years it's not for everyone be สบาย And smile be happy

@nenefermin2752 8 месяцев назад

Lao so beautiful with a lot potential

@petechiengkhamphet7346 2 года назад

Thank you for this video I completely understand how these villagers struggle in their daily life because I was born and raised as young boy in similar village in Southern Laos in early 70"S I only have 2 set of clothes one for school and one for outside of school activity , my life could have been the same as these villager have I not immigrated to US.

@sayasoukjordan2871 Год назад

It is beautiful heart ❤️ you guys , that is what I would love to do for these people,

@johnhummer2809 2 года назад

Awesome intro music!!!

@Youtubsucks5 2 года назад

Thank you for the trip! Stunning.

@lordstubbington7274 2 года назад

looks incredible cool soundtrack

@wernersindlinger2317 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏 great insights!

@PeterAlize Год назад

This is the first video footage I’ve been able to see of my ancestors

@petermckinnon7102 Год назад

Amazing road

@chrisperkins7331 2 года назад

Hi Guy's Taro would be an excellent vegetable (for American(in particular) to add to their diet as it has twice the fiber of potatoes and many minerals and vitamins missing in the average western diet. It is also very low in fat and protean. As for growing on the side of a hill like that on that soil, I cant imagine how it is worth the enormous effort they put into it. Once jungle is cleared it is dead within 2-3 years, which is why they are constantly clearing it. Unlike the northern hemisphere the nutrients are all in the plants, so once cleared the soil dies quickly. What I would advise them to do is create swale's that would stop the rain sliding down the hill. I would also change to cassava which is more drought tolerant plant. The eye issue the woman had is cataract (a clouding of the eye lenses) which effects 50% of all Americans over 65. Check out "Fred Hollows" who was a Kiwi who went decades ago) around Australia and the Pacific doing operations on a production line basis at $25 a pop. Causes (apart from ageing) are bright sunlight, high blood pressure, diabetes, alcohol, and genetics (in other words your parents had the same issues and that was passed on to you). The water supply was interesting in that it seemed to work at the top of a hill with no pump

@NowinLao 2 года назад

You're a wealth of knowledge young man.. I knew you'd be able to help us out with added insightful info 😋👍

@jamiegurner3172 2 года назад

wow good job

@agentmmarts3059 2 года назад

Only a pure hearted legend will drive through thunderous Himalaya searching for the needy. May your heart desire be Granted.

@dazdragon445 2 года назад

It's so great to see all those smiles brother. You gotta get s bigger truck to haul more clothes ;)

@harleyfdxc Год назад

Well done.

@sabideemesouk8680 2 года назад

Thanks 🙏👍

@robtucker8128 Год назад

Blue oyster cult, wonderful

@sisakhonevilayphone8087 2 года назад

So beautiful ມີຈິດໃຈດີງາມແບ່ງປັນຄວາມສຸກແລະຮອຍ ຍີ້ມໄຫ້ກັນແລະກັນ ! ຂໍໄຫ້ມີຄວາມສຸກກັບຄືນມາຫາເຈ້າ ພ້ອມຄອບຄົວເດີ 🙏😇❤️😘ແລະເດີນທາງປອດພັຍ 😍 from USA ຕິດຕາມຕລອດ

@seekha4227 Год назад

Hello from USA

@forever7516 Год назад

I m happy to see offer clothes for poor people

@nguyenwhistleblower3594 2 года назад

Hi Todd what is this version of Don't Fear The Reaper mate? Also there was a cool version of Whiter Shade of Pale on an earlier vid that I also liked. They really blend well with your footage.

@millicentmeade3291 2 года назад

agreed wholeheartedly!

@petercross6960 Год назад

23:00 fussy Squid Game girl "she finally settled for something" - brilliant, she skipped away very happy! Love it

@NowinLao Год назад

What a character!

@wiccanfpv Год назад

There really smart that on top of arrow they punch in ground dampens vibrations out the handle.genious

@niamtou2577 2 года назад

ສບາຍ ດີ, my name shao I followed you 2 every where. Have a good time.bye

@user-fw1pt9ru5i Месяц назад

You done well mate. Need a truck at times, to for fill some of those poor villages wants and needs....Kenno West Aust

@mtnmandeluxe5429 2 года назад

I'm with you, brother! Its gotta be heartwrenching to have to drive away with little kids big eyeing you because they got left out. I'm happy you were gonna return. People just kept coming out of the woodwork,,hard to tell them no. Inspired choice with The Who coming down the 50 mile view hills. The sections of that road that have been rebuilt,,they did a great job on. The rest of it is pretty shit. Hope your weekend is going superbly! lol,,Ttyl,,,Marlon

@NowinLao 2 года назад

Thanks Brother.. hope you're well mate 💪

@jozehari2730 Год назад

please do more those clothing giveaway videos.. I am enjoying it !

@NowinLao Год назад

www.patreon.com/NowinLao 😉

@thaibulldog6800 2 года назад

This is the ideal civilised living. Far from having “everything material” you can sense the community connect. I just hope they can delay our capitalisation coming in like a wrecking ball.

@BrianMax 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing with all these kids. If there is a god, you're doing his work. When you return with more clothes for the kids who missed ot, Try to find out if they have access to education, and how much.

@mikestravelshow 2 года назад

That was amazing guys. So many touching moments. As westerns we need to do more to help those in need. Love the photographs 📸

@boxcartwilly Год назад

😎👍

@nitikunkober4609 Год назад

สวัสดีค่ะ ทิป นี้เขต เมืองไหนค่ะ

@mitchhumlao 2 года назад

At 18 minutes into video there is something on the power pole behind you. Do you know what it is? Used to work for the power company here I the US and haven't seen anything like it.

@hdj81Vlimited 2 года назад

Distance is always a problem to export or sell. extra cost make things more cost then else.

@jprest4133 2 года назад

You and Nee Nee should adopt that Little boy who has no parents.

@davidhughes3765 2 года назад

Is that a diesel pick up that you’re driving

@robertphillips3992 2 года назад

Why are the hills barren of tree, was there a forest fire or has that area been heavily logged for lumber? I’m really enjoying your videos!

@mitchhumlao 2 года назад

Logging must have done this as slash and burn for hill tribes do not the burn the logs. The trees are hard wood and don't burn easily. There are no logs on any of this. I don't see them farming it either.?? Also with slash and burn the hill tribes only do a few acres at a time. They leave the rest of the jungle there. then the rotate the area every few years. Crop rotation. That is why you see bananas growing where there are no people. There once was as bananas are not a wild crop they come from Africa.