The Last gift.

Just wanted to share this little story on Christmas. -Also yes I'm aware of the incredibly ghetto-ass rigging of a towel used as a light diffuser on my ring light you can see in the mirror. Deal with it.

Damn... That was probably the best video on this channel. Don't get me wrong, I love all of the country stuff but this one here was special because it was super real, deep and meaningful. I'm not gonna lie, I shed a manly tear at the end. I'm glad you have "reuinted" with Korea as everyone should be proud of their roots. You have encountered some bad people but we obviously know it cannot reflect how everyone is out there. Wish you the best Barb.

As someone who also lost their grandmother four years ago, this made me emotional. Especially the part where you sang for her and going there for her birthday.

such an honest video, straight heart and shows how much you care. Far to many YouTubers are there for themselves, but what you have done in your channel is entertain, educate and show your viewers a caring side. The gift to your grandmother was the greatest gift you could have given, as it showed her you were still proud of your heritage and it was sung especially for her. And your mother is so lucky to have a son who not only helps support her, but adds her as part of your own life experiences around the world. Wishing you all the best

That was heartwarming so thank you, Barbs. I've watched Geography Now for a number of years. I don't know if I've ever commented but as a small YouTuber I have a completely different outlook towards it all now. What an incredible experience for you and your mother. I understand all too well what you must go through when you say you want to care for your mother. I am married but my mother lives with us and she's 80. I love seeing the world through your eyes as I can't go and do all the amazing things you do due to health issues so I appreciate what you've done with Geography Now. You are one of the few channels I still watch. I don't have as much time to watch as I create a lot of content now. You helped inspire me to do that. I'm glad that you were able to spend time with your grandmother. Posting this video on Christmas Day is a nice gift. Thank you for your time and your efforts and I hope that you continue to make amazing videos. You are a rare gem; a rare gift on YouTube. Be well and Happy Holidays to you and yours.

This one hit hard. I'm not Korean but I am Asian and had a very bad experience teaching English in Korea as well. It was basically mental health torture, due to a few bad apples. And like you, it ruined a bit of Korea for me and I had a similar reaction. And like you, my grandmother passed away earlier this year, in Hong Kong. But my last trip with her was to Seoul. And I took her to a lot of places that I enjoyed before the ruination, and it helped with healing. Sometimes you have to get back to where you were before you can go forward. I am sorry about your grandma but I'm glad she got to see part of your healing journey as well.

In my eyes, a lot of the channel's history is tied up in you rediscovering your appreciation for Korea as a people and South Korea as a nation, as well as reconnecting with your family. To see this video made me realize that, as far as I can understand it, you have finally accepted being Korean again. It was wonderful to see this video and it made me appreciate your struggle even more than I had realized before this. Thank you for all you do for Geography lovers everywhere and may you keep going even after Zimbabwe. Merry Christmas to you, Barbs, and congrats on finally re-accepting your Korean heritage after being burned by a really shitty program. Edit: After a few days of reflection, I can really see this trip as the heritage trip part 2, for those who know.

The title sacred me " LAST GIFT." with a dot

The pissing on the fence was so funny and out of left field for you Barbs.

Hat goes off to you Paul, watched this channel since I was 13, I’m 22 now and seeing your journey even if it’s just little snippets of it here and there makes me happy for you, you never stop growing as a person and your devotion to your family is very honorable.l and noble. All the best to you and your family this holiday, never stop being you.

I can really relate about being half asian and trying to seek your identity. I am half swedish and half filipino and in school I was always referred as the chinese kid even though I'm not even chinese. I constantly lied about being able to speak tagalog even though I didn't know a single word, just so I would feel that I belonged somewhere. I never felt that I belonged in Sweden just because of how people treated me because of my apperance and in the Philippines I'm just a complete tourist. I'm also obsessed with geography in every single way but family always comes first and I'm happy for you.

I'm half German and half Armenian, and grew up and still live in Greece. I grew up in a very rural place, and although I had and still have a good connection to my German side, I have had close to none contact with my inner Armenian. After beginning my studies in music, I started exploring Armenia's music. Today, after having our Christmas dinner, my mother remembered an Armenian Christmas carol people would sing in the streets when she was a little girl. It moved me to tears, in a way I have never felt before. I felt so close to the spirit of this people, yet I'm so disconnected from it it hurts. I have never been to Armenia either. I lost my grandmother 10 years ago, and she would sing the most beautiful songs both in Greek and Armenian. After so much time, I can't help but feel so sad that I hadn't discovered all this sooner, and didn't have a chance to sing with my grandmother. But I know she smiles and laughs and sings along whenever I sing, either alone, or with the many choirs I've since joined. Thank you for opening up Paul, and reminding me and so many others of little joys like these, and on how we ought to get over our traumas. Sincerely and unapologetically yours, MM

This was not a typical geography now video but certainly a pleasant surprise. I'm so glad you decided to go back to Korea for your grandma's birthday and it proved to be something you needed to do to end that painful chapter of your life. Thanks Barbs for sharing your personal story. As someone who knows very little about Korean culture, this was such a fascinating video.

That was a beautiful tribute to your grandmother, your family, your heritage, and your identity. Thank you for sharing something so personal.

Awesome video, very personal. Being able to reconnect with your Korean heritage is a very special gift your grandma gave to you. Thank you for sharing!

Barbs, you think this show is about Geography, but we all watch it because of you. Thank you for all the stories that you share with us - the stories of what you learn each week, the stories of your travel, and the stories about you and your family. I have tears streaming down my face watching this video. So many of us can relate to your struggle for identity. Some of us can also relate to your escape from a toxic cult. Reading the comments, so many young people have grown up watching you, and this video demonstrates why you are such a good role model for them to look up to. Every challenge you embrace with humility, love, and generosity. Thank you and please keep making videos <3

It's Genuinly one of the most emotional and beautiful videos i have seen for quite a while.

I'm thrilled to see Barbs overcome his trauma and reconcile with his motherland ❤ Big applause to you man 👏👏👏 And Barbs, I'm so glad to see your love and dedication to your mom and grandma, both. I'm so sorry for your lost. I pray that you and your family will be given strength. Geography Now has been one of the major reason why I fell in love with geography. And I'm so proud that you are the creator of it

Man I loved this for real. I'm so happy you got a chance to spend time with your grandmother on her birthday. I'm really glad you're taking great care of your mother. Cheers!!

This made me cry a little... I'm very proud of you, keep up the good work！