My Xbox 360 Challenge

[mushfikniloy]

my home town is jamalpur. just saying

[bisteca23]

I bet helping and meeting people can bring more hapiness than a Xbox.

[tedD1996]

Seriously, how can this get some much negativity?! Seriously, this guy is doing amazing things in Bangladesh which we should be supporting and giving towards instead of tearing down his good deeds.

[shancateyes]

Fuck-wit in bible..epic..we get it Bangladesh is poor.no matter how much you give your sweats to them, they will change for some period of time and then will forget it after sometimes I remember in ISD a lot of charity was done.poverty shall always remain cause they dont have the decent common sense when they have enough capital and yeah you just lost a Xbox and no offence i give a lot of charity..and all but i think that this country is in lack of education and that creates a bad community.

[HumanTiCK]

This was a great video. I am a third culture kid living in Thailand. I have grown up in a family concerned with helping and developing the community around it. My dad has worked for over 30 years in Asia as a vet. This is a great video and I wish everyone cared about the people around them the same way you do.

[ThePenmaster69]

keep caring and you will be a celebrety

[UnculturedProject]

@ThePenmaster69 I don't think that's gonna happen :)

[lolgirl333]

you deserve more than 17,066 subscribers :( 

[crazy4lego]

@lolgirl333

He has another:)



[EntmootNC]

I love you!

[elysianpiece]

all the haters can shut up. They are probably people that have done NOTHING important with their lives and sit around bad talking people who do. You are a beautiful person for everything youve done!

[fmzghazi]

You are great. just don't worry about those who are ignorant and less respectful for the humanity. To them their own comfort gets the priority. Keep your head high and keep up your good work. May God bless you in your endeavor.

[harryb7824171]

That was sappy! Do you good deeds behind closed doors and god will reward you; heard that one? I don't wanna hear you preach about how kind you think you are.

[thestudent]

@harryb7824171 Don't want to hear? This is YouTube - close the window. Besides, unless you claim to be a prophet, don't tell me what conditions "God" will or will not "reward me".

[harryb7824171]

@thestudent

believe it or not, I watched this video to hear about something decent about xbox 360's. What I got was 2:40 of sappy preaching and barely anything about Xbox 360's. I don't claim to be a prophet, I am just going by the bible fuckwit

[UnculturedProject]

@harryb7824171 Sorry to disappoint re: video title. This video was a response to some nasty comments I got in the video just before this one. And you can have your interpretation of the bible (where's the part "fuckwit" part in the Bible btw?) but let me say this: by sharing my story I've been able to help 2000 fold more than had I done it privately.

[Squidy333]

You Rock dude

[wwww9898]

what the hell there is nothing about xbox here

[ashunited1]

hey this stuff is great, really good to see, by the way you look a lot like a nephew i have in the states, his bengali isnt that good either but its funny when they try and speak bangla, its really hard for them

[JanksterProductions]

I think that what you're doing is bigger than political parties. It doesn't matter what you believe politically- helping people is something that all political parties should do.

[sathish1234567890]

keep working dude. i respect u man

[hayna2008]

boss u r my boss. please dont worry. u r doing a job that no one even think. even a bangladeshi. i am a bangladeshi but i also never think about then. but u did. i gv u my red "salam" to u and ur friend from my heart.

thank u BOSS.

[charlottepoet]

I love how you dealth with the negative comments. It is an annoying thing on the web now where people feel they can be anonymous and mean!

[fizster]

Dudee

I can't believe that there are still people who judge good deeds done by how good the person looks. Dude, seriously, did these comments exist? BTW, do you have a fund set up or somewhere people could donate?

xxfiz

[UnculturedProject]

Hi fizster, yeah there have been comments like that in some of my videos.

And yeah, I do have a donation/PayPal thing setup now. You can find more info at uncultured(dot)com/donations

- Shawn

[thefaisalj]

dude yor the man!!!!!

[jcy1978]

Hey man, you're not bad looking by any means, you don't need to defend your looks or actions - in fact, if people have time to leave negative comments they must have time to be doing all that you're doing and be far better at it than you are. Oddly, I don't think that's the case. Here's to you and your cause. 5 stars!

[GSkunky]

Personal attacks and hateful comments are all but inevitable, especially on YouTube. So many people lack the wit to sustain a legitimate argument that they will criticize any little blithering thing they can find. Most of them are just jealous and frustrated that YOU are going out and helping while THEY are sitting on their asses, though there IS a way for them to fix that. Personally, I find what you're doing to be noble and inspiring. Rock on, brother. Rock on. ...can I call you brother?

[graffitisky18]

Don't worry about hateful comments. You could be the greatest humanitarian in the world and still get hated. In fact it's even more likely that you would get hated. Martin Luther King, Gandhi, JFK, they were all assassinated even though they are considered to be some of the greatest people in history. Keep doing what you're doing, it's great work. Don't let people get you down, especially people who are so dumb that they have to resort to personal attacks.

[CrossKnights]

Couldn't have said it better :)

[Watabird]

If somebody thinks that a non-citizen can't be concerned about U.S. politics, they obviously don't know how big of an effect we have on other countries in the world. Of course other countries should be interested in what our country is doing. We are all related.

[raju88]

I second that.

You don't only have to be a US citizen to get fu*ked by the US, millions of citizens and non citizens get fu*ked by the US every day. Getting fu*ked by the G8 is one if not the only thing we have in common.

[zQWASZX]

I don't know how to say this in a few words but you simply are a fantastic human being, i mean anyone that puts you down in the ANY way have to seriously annilise their own lives first, how can you say anything negative about someone who is in no way selfish. This is one of the greatest idea's on youtube, i only wish i could pledge some money but i don't have a bank account... no excuse... I'm a new subscriber but basically, i luv ur stuff, keep it up!!!

[UnculturedProject]

zQWASZX - thanks for the kind words :-) Even though I've started to accept donations, this isn't about fund raising. I'd rather have everyone watch these videos and go away from it realizing the importance of this issue and maybe doing something non-financial (pressuring politicians, educating others, etc.,.)

[zQWASZX]

Well that's a refreshing outlook on the whole idea of charity, i've only just watched you newest video and been to your sight, those Water Filtration Straws are really something... What i don;t understand is that you are only using your xbox money to help people and not excepting donations, do you have seperate money of yours to pay for your own food/accomodation etc? Who holds the camera?

[snowiih]

The world needs more people like you.

I wish I could do an oportunity like this..well, I can (my school sends volunteers to '3rd' world countries [hate using that term..]) but my parents won't let me cause they're afraid of diseases and stuff.

Aughh

[UnculturedProject]

Hey snowlih - "people like me" are just people like you who took time out to do something like this. I seriously think you should keep the pressure on your parents to let you go - or consider going either after high school or in college when you might have more freedom. Places like Notre Dame offer great foreign service opportunities to undergraduates.

[paulpwnsnoobs]

if only all those big shot ceos and celebrities would just take a moment and look at what there are doing and try to help people the way that you do instead of trying to help themselves.

[backwardstwin2]

Thank you, God bless.

[xpityparteex]

good for you. this is amazing!

[MrsStephanieSnape]

People shouldn't judge on looks

You have an amazing idea

You are doing a great thing for a lot of people

[brenbullock]

I've been trying to explain what you do to people and how much more important it is than simply donating money. If someone else were to do a similar thing, how would you recommend they go about it? Would you mind making a video that goes over how expensive it is to get to these places and how to get along with people that speak another language etc. That would help a lot of people help a lot more people.  Thanks!

[UnculturedProject]

hey bren - that's a good idea. I will have to look into doing something like that down the road. But, up on my blog, I have an article called "How to get involved - an answer" which lists some organizations that let you go abroad and help others. Check out Hands On Disaster relief for example too.

[brenbullock]

Thanks! Though I've already researched how to get involved with orgs, I'm curious as to how exactly you did it as it looks much more involved and well, effective. I think if more people clued into what your doing the world would be a better place.

[UnculturedProject]

Ahh I see what your saying Bren. Yeah, basically when I first came here - the trip was for two months. I thought I could just go out and give stuff. But I quickly learned I should really try to team up with pre-existing NGOs because that way I can help those in the most need in an organized way. The rest has been luck in networking. But it, in turn, has extended my stay by five fold. It's actually much harder behind the scenes than it looks on YouTube. I share more about this on my blog too.

[shututina]

Hi

I would like to come out and help too. i see what you are trying to do and understand it.myself and my brother have gave money to you guys but i dont feel that this is enough please tell me what steps i need to take next. i feel i can make a small impact alongside you.

Ali

[UnculturedProject]

Hey shututina, thanks for the offer. But, unfortunately, I'm just one guy. I neither have the ability or the capacity to take someone into this project. Sometimes I am able to team up with NGOs or other aid workers who can help me logisitcally - but I'm usually they one that tags along with other people, not the other way around unfortunately.

[jibonimuhs]

You are there to make people aware that the world does not end in their houses and that people are living as great as the person next door.For anyone who wants to leave a negative comment or a message, i have one question for you.What have you done to help people in need?

[jibonimuhs]

Listen Bro. You should def. ignore the negative comments. Its from people who see you and what your doing and in turn it makes them feel like crap b/c they are not doing anything with their lives that makes a difference. Even if you are helping 1 child out, thats one more than a person who leaves a senseless negative comments. You are not there to be a star and expose yourself for modeling, you are there to HELP people who are in need. Keep doing what you are doing.

[UnculturedProject]

thanks jibonimuhs :-)

Although I realize I can't change the minds of those leaving negative comments - I do sometimes respond to them just to clarify things or explain things.

[lime8100]

I think you are an amazing person. It's heartwarming to see something so sincere and caring.

[shazziebee]

its a great thing ur doing here n u should be proud

ur an inspiration 2 every1

keep up da gd work!

[wanda865]

Well said - stranger friend :}

[sdabestani]

i hope some one buys you that 360

[lynneaze]

You're such a great person and should be proud of yourself. Your just a great guy! ^.-

*hugs*

P.S. Keep doing what you're doing! WE LOVE YOU! ^.-

[okiedragonlady2]

I found your tube site by accident - I don't have your energy but I feel the same way - but we have this same poverty and hunger issue in Oklahoma - it isn't near as bad as bangladesh - no. But, it shouldn't exist at all here - and is fully a shame it occurs on our planet at all.

Grandma hug to you -

[UnculturedProject]

Thanks! And helping around your neighborhood is important too. The poor seem to be neglected in lots of places around the world...

[guyanaprincess66]

AMEEN~!..man ur awesome..

May Allah bless you ..ur such a good person :D

[FEARxenon21]

keep it up man...as more of us watch your videos, your message will spread and I can only hope that others in our society will start to think of people other than themselves.

[reppinWD]

he is a good man, doing a great job.

[taragolden]

sending you peace and gratitude for embarking on the journey you are on.. i know its hard but try to ignore the haters.. i think the fact that you are honest and real and flawed( as we are in our film peace walker)is something i want to see and can relate to.. thanks for your work and passion.

[room315org]

Thank for your video message. Colud you give some (I mean a lot) examples for "#2 A Handup. Not a Handout". Thanks

[UnculturedProject]

Hey Room - one idea off the top of my head is helping kids attend schooling. Another idea is helping protect families from infectious diseases. In fact, all 8 of the Millennium Development Goals are really "hand-ups" and not hand-outs.

[ImaFancyDiamond68]

hey do they need donkeys to help out i think you should give them some donkeys!!!!!

[room315org]

Howto? How did you help the children to attend school? Where to find the 8 Millenium Developments Goals?

[UnculturedProject]

If you google Millennium Development Goals - the first website is very relevant to that.

Hope it helps.

[vegafem]

You're awesome. For the life of me, I can't understand why people are giving you grief. What you're doing is incredible, and your videos are so fascinating and informative. I just subscribed to you.

[hannahjiyan]

yeah,

i agree.

just shows how damn stupid some people can be,

here's a guy trying to make a difference..

makes me want to cry... people are so heartless...

thanks shawn for what you're doing.

thank you

[stormcloak1]

excellent video. your doing a good thing.

[queenice2]

(ignore im12yrsonly) Here are some tips for you. Keep makeing more videos and have fun! Im a subscriber! ^_^

[im12yrsonly]

ur a a really sweet guy fr carin but here r a few tips(im not bein offensive just hopin it will help):

1)stand on both feet with don stabd on one cuz it makes ur midriff go sidewards wich luks kinda gay(ur not i no:-)

2)keep ur shoulders straight n don slump it make u luk very don carish b smart lukin...

3)try plannin wat u r gonna speak n reherse a few times....it mite help

OVERALL UR VID ROX N IS VERY TOUCHING...I TOO CAR BUT CANT DO ANYTHIN CUZ IM 12..:-).....LUV YA...IN A FRND WAY

[queenice2]

You know he said in this video he knows he isn't standing like a professional, he knows he isn't perfect with talking, and he isn't perfect. And why reherse? It's more fun and surpriseing when you don't. :) here's some tips for you im12yrsonly. Learn to type. ;) good luck! And sure i know im younger then you but whatever.

[im12yrsonly]

yea i no but i like helpin ppl.....i already said im bein offensive...i have dysgrafia so i don type that well...srry if i offended u

[itrytobe]

i'm from a third world country as well plagued by corrupt officials which lead the suffering of the masses. what i really like about you is the way you portray the poor as dignified human persons. they need our solidarity. not our pity. you're a great guy. keep it up.

[TruthAndKnowledge]

Thanks for all your efforts. Really appreciate it. And you didn't even have to take any notice of hate comments.

[Maison2Go]

Great work Shawn. How outrageous of those ignorant people commenting on your personal appearance, which is perfectly fine. And the citizenship you possess is inconsequential to this global issue. People forget we are all citizens of the world, political borders and nationality are immaterial.

[eyesack9]

don't worry about all those people talkign down on you.... they are jsut IGNORANT they don't deserve anymore then anyone else.

[Y0uEnj0yMyself]

Cool video, don't listen to people who are talking shit to you. The fact of the matter is that you're the one fighting for a just cause and they're the ones sitting at home doing nothing. So who gives a shit what they think. Anyway, keep it up man, peace.

[Teknics]

Keep it up you know your making a difference. What a dam good idea, and man you do have your priorities straight. Just remember any lame comments left are by people with absolutely nothing to do with their lives but bitch and moan cause theirs sucks so much

[ShamanGrom]

Dude your so right.

[JuicyOrange]

Yeah getting any video features tends bring the video to the attention of people who are not very well educated or have anything constructive to say.

As always I applaud your efforts. Keep us posted.

- Erica

[WoodGirl14]

Very interesting. Hope to see your next video soon.

[getonit123]

Best of luck to you. You may want to consider setting up a 501c3 non-profit tax exempt organization and sister with a larger similar organization.

[UnculturedProject]

Hey Dan! Yeah, I've been debating a lot about turing my work officially into a non-profit or something.

The biggest thing I want to do is avoid asking for donations. Because, sometimes people tune out a message if they know there is going to be a plea for cash at the end of the message.

Becoming non-profit tax exempt, might be more than I can afford right now because it involves a lot of money in terms of paperwork. But if it makes my work easier, I'd definitely consider it in the future :-)

[banglarswapan]

no, you know what, thank you, man. i know a lot of us gives a dollar to a bagger and fell like we are done for the day and thats not it at all. its people like you, unselfish, that should inspire us. keep up the awesome work man.

[everestwater]

If you have the chance, read "Me To We" by Craig Krielburger (Free The Children) and Marc (his brother). Seriously...such an inspirational book and all proceeds go to their charity.

I'm very glad you're doing such an amazing job. I hope you enjoy the remainder of your time and come back home safely.

[UnculturedProject]

Craig and I are actually friends. He and I lived down the hall from each other back when we were both first year undergrads. I respect his work a lot :-) He's kind of been an inspiration to me as well.

[emmylee04]

WHAT?! Someone made bad comments to you? Honestly, there is a special place saved for them....

What you are doing is amazing and wonderful. Keep going!

[shaycarl]

Keep up the good work.... "Teach a man to fish" at least somebody out there gets it!! Good Job

[UnculturedProject]

Haha - thanks Shay. I haven't been able to comment on your latest vids yet cause my internet connection is pretty bad nowadays. The last one I was able to download was your sketches vid about your road trip.

And your right - Toyotas DO get good gas mileage :P

[UnculturedProject]

Oh and Shay some of the things I did in the rural villages was buy people fish so they could get much needed protein. I decided to do that after I realized how big malnutrition and lack of proper meals are a problem for many of the poor here.

So I guess I kinda will be breaking that "teach a man to fish" rule in one of my later vids :-)

[GrandNarrative]

It's always the nature of featured videos that you get a hell of allot of idiots. But thats people for you... I'm sure for every idiot you reached ten new people that really appreciated what you have to say.

Always good to hear you're doing well Shawn; don't be a stranger... and good luck with your challenge! It prefectly encapsulates what a selfless person you are.

[Chocaz]

That's an awesome challenge, good luck with it, I know you will do good!

[PiratePuppetMelba]

I would suggest ignoring the negative criticisms. You're doing a great thing, and it certainly doesn't matter what you look like or what country you're from. Many of us are envious of what you all do to help those truly in need, and I look forward to your next video.

Take care of yourself.

[amyvb1]

Sounds like a great challenge, good luck!

[qiranger]

Glad you're safe.

[UnculturedProject]

Thanks man :-) I used to be very worried and nervous the first couple of months I was here. I'm definitely starting to feel a bit more confident now.

[jdoty7878]

I can't believe that anyone has something bad to say about you! I think that you are doing an awesome job! And I enjoy your videos! Thanks!

[notashot]

Yay! Good to see you again!

[UnculturedProject]

I missed you too man :-)

I've noticed there hasn't been any new eps for Iago + Dimitri lately. What happens now that they got that book? :P

[notashot]

They are taking a little break while I write a TV Pilot for them and raise some funds to make new webshorts. Let's just say I probably could have bought a couple xbox360s with the money it took to make the first nine.

[UnculturedProject]

Good luck with the TV Pilot man.

ABC Family once did a pilot called "The Fallen" which touched upon similar themes of good/evil and demons. I liked the topics - but it was too cheesy, with overly simplistic writing, and was too action-heavy (the Angels had lightsabers. Uggh).

I always thought a show touching on similar topics but with more thoughtful writing could do well. At the very least, you have one audience member waiting for it to be syndicated in Bangladesh :-)

[notashot]

I don't know about syndication but I'll send you a copy of the script when it is done!

[UnculturedProject]

I'd love a copy of the script man. I was just joking about syndication in Bangladesh. If your pilot ever gets turned into a TV series - it will come to Bangladesh in the form of pirated DVD boxsets :P