This generation of your KZitem persona offers a view of Ecuador seen from inside your life experience. An absolutely FANTASTIC way of presenting your perspective as a resident of Ecuador. I spent 72 days in Ecuador and I immersed myself meeting as many residents as possible. What I found SHOCKED me with directness and honestly. I felt barely up to the task of expressing my gratitude effectively. Ecuador people have this ancient feeling woven into society. Your place in their world seems measured by your capacity to express LOVE and RESPECT. I will be back as SOON as possible. Please accept my gratitude for continuing your sharing as openly and honestly as you have. Well done !!!
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
Thank you so much. It's people like you that give me the motivation to keep trying.
@aaronm934
26 күн бұрын
Thoughtful, Don. I recently noted in your last video where you decided to end (perhaps tentatively) your more improvised and informal videos. I felt sad about that, as you bring a great deal of value to your viewers, especially those that enjoy your dry wit. Your current video format seems like it gives you a better means of focusing yourself on specific themes. Is this the beginning of a podcast series? In either case, much love, Don. 🙏🫡
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
That's the plan! It's quite the experiment and challenge all in one package.
@ihaveacovertnarcissistmother
26 күн бұрын
@@DonShaderI’m thrilled you’ll still be creating content. Hope it continues.
@donnahougenesq7302
24 күн бұрын
I sense there is a subtle (or not so subtle) brewing dislike of American's from USA.
@D_BigShow
26 күн бұрын
Even though currently I have no plans on moving to Ecuador, I find your videos to be very informative and honest, I wish you all the best in your life`s endeavors
@kadertalley7823
26 күн бұрын
Hi Don 😊 i enjoyed the podcast! As an expat living abroad, though not in South America, its so important to reflect on cultural differences. How we say things, what we say, what we do really does matter. I kind of look at it as being a guest in someones home. Maybe it doesnt work for everyone, but this philosophy has served me well. Also, crime happens everywhere sadly, becoming a little street smart and being aware of our surroundings and who we interact with are also important factors. It's the same as if we were in the USA. Lastly, i really appreciate your perspective on things, many times KZitemrs are so focused on the glitz & glam of a country or an unfortunate experience and their desire to get as many views as possible, it takes away from the real experience of living abroad as an expat. Thanks for keeping it real and making the world a better place to be. ❤
@JoeClara
26 күн бұрын
I love the old format of your videos. Because it felt like we were just talking with a friend. The new video series is just as good. I enjoy you sharing on a focused topic. Thanks for sharing your life and views with us Don!
@Ilovelosangeles
26 күн бұрын
Wonderful to see a video from you in my Notifications. Thank you so much, Don! 👍🙏
@exportrus1
26 күн бұрын
Some great information. You make excellent points. I was born in Ecuador but my parents moved to the USA many, many years ago. I was 4 years old at the time and now I am 60. I can attest to what you are saying since I have lived in both cultures. Well done my friend.
@Dahon5
26 күн бұрын
I like the old Don Gringo videos. Straight, Direct, and Grumpy.
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
They'll be back. I'm getting beat up too much for talking about leaving.
@aprilcorvasce4735
26 күн бұрын
Great talk Don! You are a rare gem! Thank you 😊
@cwisaac22
19 күн бұрын
Hi Don, I moved to MX almost a year ago. I really appreciate your perspective. Though you are in Ecuador and I reside here, your insights are applicable across the board. You keep doing you, and there is no need for you to change anything. You perfectly present and are appreciated!! Gracias.
@DonShader
18 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@Jetmab04
26 күн бұрын
You are a big piece of pure Gold dear Don!! Thanks millions for sharing 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️
@elizabethkeith7283
26 күн бұрын
Sincerely appreciated. Thank you for being real.
@msbeecee1
26 күн бұрын
Thanks Don! 🎉
@destinationmax
26 күн бұрын
Thank you Don! Good stuff. I especially like the specific point that you made on how we view a place through a certain lens when we first get to a new country and are a little shocked. You made me realize that after 2 1/2 years I’m no longer shocked. In fact, I am so much more chill as a human. I love my World view experience and not an ignorant gringa. 😅
@bombadil1977
26 күн бұрын
I hear a tranquillo inside, Don. Your personal effort to have balance in your life seems obvious to me. Respect & praise to you Don!!
@bluedog639
26 күн бұрын
Glad to find this new format. I enjoyed your previous videos and found them very informative (with a nice dose of fun). I am looking forward to these podcasts as you explore new ways to engage with your appreciative audience. Best to you!
@jerrygarcia4390
26 күн бұрын
Very well done, Don. You have a unique and balanced perspective.
@tmcdon
25 күн бұрын
What great insights! Thank you for sharing, Don!
@tomtaylor3523
26 күн бұрын
Good commentary. Don, you're so mellow, I miss the old, not so mellow, grumpy gringo . Good info, Thanks.
@gunnarstronen3454
26 күн бұрын
Excellent well balanced information that is very helpful. Appreciate it very much!
@pascalguerandel8181
26 күн бұрын
You put Ecuador on people's mind and in a very good way! Your well appreciated by me. I've learned mucho from you...Thank you ❤
@pascalguerandel8181
26 күн бұрын
I always tell people listen to Don Shader🎉🎉
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
You are so welcome.
@relicofgold
23 күн бұрын
Crime is the #1 feature of Ecuador that stops me from being more serious about moving there. Every gringo in Ecuador who I know, and I know a few, have experienced anything from petty crime, to the threat of crime, serious or trivial. Your situation in Cuenca with the guy who was going to knife you in the middle of the day (thwarted by that kind Ecuadorian in the truck) was a little bit chilling. The answer for me is to spend a bit more time there and see if my vibe on this changes.
@SuperBob56789
26 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your insights Don. 😊
@5455cheryl
26 күн бұрын
Good talk Don!
@MrTmdenton
26 күн бұрын
Well said. Thanks for what you do.
@MarkHanna-ct6yr
26 күн бұрын
Thank you for another straight to the point video of your personal and hard earned experiences. I read the comments a couple of people posted telling you how you “should” do podcasts in the future. That just plain ol’ pisses me off! I am so grateful that you have continued to produce content that is the honest, unvarnished truth without all the “fluff” that so many other KZitemrs present. Just listening to a couple of other KZitemrs I had almost begun to believe Equador was almost Utopia. Your information “brings me back to reality “ and the understanding that Equador faces a lot of the same challenges and problems as the USA. To those who find it necessary to belittle your content, I have one thing to say: BITE ME! I look forward to Episode 3. Thank you and keep up the good work!
@DonShader
25 күн бұрын
Thanks Mark, I appreciate you. -ds
@mjsilva7086
26 күн бұрын
Thank You❤️ Don for sharing your insights. Very helpful information.
@magnusb6311
26 күн бұрын
Good talk Don, nice to see you back. Cheers from Sweden
@gford9988
26 күн бұрын
Don, thank you for sharing a well written and thoughtful exploration of culture and personal growth
@etechconnect48
26 күн бұрын
I was in Cuenca for most of my visit to Ecuador. I have commented on your chat before but only in passing. You replied with a stay in touch. Which I did not do. But I watch your videos. Almost all of them. Some I watch a few times. Some just half the way. But I try to give you the views. And respect your thoughts. I think you have conveyed your view of Ecuador all the way through your videos. I think it is idiots you have a hard time with. I feel you. Anyway. Ecuador is what you make it. It is a culture shock going there. But I got into it. Now I want a place close to the beach, a place in the mountains and a place in the jungle. I got a real good taste of Ecuador. I think it is for me. I just need Spanish and a few good friends there. I hope we can meet one of these days. Monetize your videos the best you can. Rumble them, do shorts. Quickies of Donism's. And you should try X as a video monetization. Your new branding has a great look. Take advantage of your work as many places as possible. That other couple you talked about that highlited Ecuador? Their business model was designed to make as much dinero as possible. I understand that and still watch them as they travel around. Your style of storytelling builds community better. I think. Like you said tho, as Americans we have a hard time with community. I think I want to search out a family that I can rent a room from. Or a small onsite house I can live in and then bring my tool kits as luggage and help as many as I can with my ability to fix anything except a broken heart. Ecuador is my kind of place. Maybe help heal a broken heart. Life leaves it's scars. The pace of Ecuador is just about right for this phase of my life.
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
This has been quite an adventure, to say the least. It's a almost-full-time job. I get motivated, produce something, get good feedback, then get scared becasue of events that happen around here so now it's sit and wait. I'm going to venture out on a short road trip tomorrow and will probably do a video so we'll see how it goes.
@lynnpatterson7051
26 күн бұрын
❤ thank youi
@mars54mars54
26 күн бұрын
So well said, Don!
@dougdileo4727
26 күн бұрын
nice to see ya
@ihaveacovertnarcissistmother
25 күн бұрын
This was an incredible episode.
@masoncnc
26 күн бұрын
i'm glad you didn't actually quit
@LindaMarion-x1s
26 күн бұрын
Good advice. Thank you.
@Robertsdogs
24 күн бұрын
This was good
@jenniferlewis4349
26 күн бұрын
Hi, Don! I've enjoyed your new podcasts. Different format, but same personality. Same great information. You're quite the storyteller! I'm still considering Ecuador for retirement. I'm the autistic lady who emailed you. You forgot about me. 😂
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
If I forgot about you, shame on me. I have lots of emails and correspondence, it takes a lot of time to read and respond.
@marynlyn
18 күн бұрын
Don is gone! Just a static image . . . and the opening music riff is gone too. ::sniff::
@maryreese4822
26 күн бұрын
Don you're an author! Hire somebody to transcribe all the relevant texts from your videos and podcasts, organize them into chapters, and voilà - you have a book or digital course to sell! P. S. I noticed you had trouble saying the word "statistics." Most people have the same trouble. Hey everybody - here's a fun tongue twister to practice: "Strange Strategic Statistics" Good luck! 😂😂😂
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
Yeah, especially when I don't have my teeth! :-)
@rorybellamy2533
26 күн бұрын
Thank you Don. glad to catch up again. are you going to visit Cuenca again?
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
Yes, in October.
@pattihelmuth30
26 күн бұрын
The lesson is ....don't follow a KZitemr! 😂😂
@susywilliams9217
26 күн бұрын
Very well said
@Dahon5
26 күн бұрын
You said you were going to quit youtube? :)
@DonShader
26 күн бұрын
No, I didn't.
@Dahon5
25 күн бұрын
@@DonShader No mas video porque las empresas me odian
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