Stories from America

Idaho doesn’t try to be weird… which is exactly what makes it so strange.In this video, we take a long, offbeat road trip through some of the most unusual places in the state—from lava fields that look like another planet, to towns that refused to disappear, to a place that legally (or at least confidently) calls itself the Center of the Universe.You’ll see:• A landscape NASA used to train astronauts• A near-forgotten “Atomic City” stuck in time• A town covered in numbers climbing up a mountainside• A giant dog you can actually sleep inside• And more places that feel just slightly… offThis isn’t the Idaho you hear about. It’s the Idaho that quietly exists in the background—unbothered, a little surreal, and way more interesting than it lets on.Watch until the end—you might start questioning how many of these places should actually exist.#Idaho #WeirdAmerica #RoadTrip #HiddenPlaces #TravelWeird

Arizona looks like a retirement dream… right up until it doesn’t.In this video, we break down the real pros and cons of retiring in Arizona—no sugarcoating, no brochure nonsense, and definitely no pretending that 115° feels “dry so it’s fine.” We start with the good stuff: the sunshine, the tax perks, the scenery that makes your friends back home jealous, and why so many retirees keep moving here like it’s the final level of adulthood.Then… yeah, we flip the coin.Because Arizona also comes with some interesting surprises. Like summer feeling personal. Like your electric bill trying to fight you. Like realizing “low taxes” sometimes comes with a few trade-offs nobody mentioned at the welcome center.This isn’t one of those videos that tries to sell you a dream. It’s the honest version—the one people usually figure out after they’ve already packed the moving truck.If you’re thinking about retiring in Arizona, already live there, or just enjoy watching other people question their life choices in extreme heat… this one’s for you.Let me know in the comments:Would you rather deal with brutal heat… or brutal winters?You can also follow us:Facebook: World According to BriggsInstagram: World2BriggsDo you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.com/products/this-place-sucksSponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs🎓On This Day:@AboutToday

Why does almost nobody live in North Dakota? In this video, we break down the real reasons people avoid moving here—and why some who do don’t stay. From brutal winters and isolation to limited jobs and a slower pace of life, here’s what it’s really like living in one of America’s least populated states. Is North Dakota underrated… or just not for most people?00:00 - Intro: The Freezer Section of America 00:46 - 10: A Slow Start 02:12 - 9: Unpredictable Growing Season 03:29 - 8: Limited Entertainment Options 05:00 - 7: Massive Population Spacing 06:22 - 6: The "Flat & Empty" Stereotype 07:47 - 5: Not a Job Magnet 08:43 - 4: Suspiciously Flat Landscape 09:52 - 3: Intense North Dakota Winds 10:44 - 2: Far From Everything 11:50 - 1: The Extreme Winter 14:12 - Outro: North Dakota is Just FineYou can also follow us:Facebook: World According to BriggsInstagram: World2BriggsDo you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.com/products/this-place-sucksSponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs🎓On This Day:@AboutToday

You can go to my sponsor https://aura.com/briggs to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal info off these data broker sites, without you lifting a finger.Cincinnati, Ohio was once one of the most important cities in the United States, but today most Americans barely give it a second thought. In this video, we take a deep dive into the history of Cincinnati, from its early days as a frontier river town to its rise as the Queen City of the West and one of the nation’s biggest economic powerhouses. We’ll look at how Cincinnati helped shape America through trade, industry, culture, and transportation, and why it eventually lost its place in the national spotlight.But this isn’t just a history lesson. We’re also breaking down modern Cincinnati, including its neighborhoods, economy, cost of living, crime, comeback story, and whether it’s actually one of the most underrated cities in America today. If you’ve ever wondered what happened to Cincinnati, why it mattered so much, and whether it’s a good place to live now, this video has the full story.#Cincinnati #CincinnatiOhio #Ohio #CityHistory #AmericanHistory #Midwest #RustBelt #UnderratedCities #UrbanHistory #WorldAccordingToBriggsYou can also follow us:Facebook: World According to BriggsInstagram: World2BriggsDo you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/Sponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs🎓On This Day:@AboutToday

Everyone’s moving to Texas… but where are they actually coming from? 🤔In this video, we break down the top states sending the most people to Texas and the real reasons behind the mass migration. From high taxes and expensive housing to job opportunities and lifestyle changes, this is the truth about why Americans are packing up and heading to the Lone Star State.Some states are losing residents fast… and it’s not random. We’re diving into the data, the trends, and the real-life reasons people are leaving places like California, New York, Illinois, and beyond to start over in Texas.If you’ve ever wondered:Why are so many people moving to Texas?What states are losing the most residents to Texas?Is Texas actually better, or just cheaper?Where are Americans moving in 2026?This video answers all of it… with a little sarcasm along the way.Whether you’re thinking about moving to Texas, leaving your state, or just watching from the sidelines, this breakdown will give you the full picture of one of the biggest migration trends in the United States.Subscribe for more videos on U.S. states, moving trends, cost of living, and the truth about where Americans are actually going.#Texas #MovingToTexas #USMigration #CostOfLiving #RealEstate #CaliforniaToTexas #NewYorkToTexas #WhereAmericansAreMovingYou can also follow us:Facebook: World According to BriggsInstagram: World2BriggsDo you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.com/products/this-place-sucksSponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs🎓On This Day:@AboutToday

Are you looking at your retirement finances and think it is time to find a new town that id affordable? Where real estate, rent, and cost of living aren't crazy.Well, today we look at where you can live on $1900 a month in the Pacific North West of the United States.These are some of the cheapest places to retire in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.Email: [email protected] you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.com/products/this-place-sucksSponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs🎓On This Day:@AboutToday

In 2025 the United States is seeing serious Medicaid cuts that will close hospitals around the country making it harder for most Americans not just retirees to get healthcare. Is the future of your senior health at stake? Let's examine potential impacts to health care benefits and medicaid. What could changes in healthcare policy mean for the elderly and access to care? We'll also investigate how medicaid explained affects health policy.Email: [email protected] you want to move to that perfect place?Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/New Merch https://briggs-azm-shop.fourthwall.com/products/this-place-sucksSponsorship Inquiries:[email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs📚Doing It With Briggs: @DoingItWithBriggs

🌎 10 States That'll Make Mother Nature Cry - Discover which US states are causing the most environmental damage through pollution, deforestation, and poor conservation practices. From Arkansas's water pollution to Indiana's coal-powered problems, we're exposing the harsh reality of environmental negligence across America. Watch as we countdown the worst environmental offenders, featuring shocking facts about toxic rivers, air pollution, and failed recycling programs. Did you know a river in Ohio actually caught fire? Or that Texas's massive oil industry is creating "choking hazard" air quality? These aren't just environmental issues - they're affecting real people's lives every day. States covered: • Arkansas: The "Natural State" with unnatural problems • Illinois: Where rivers turn green (and not just on St. Patrick's Day) • Kentucky: Home of coal mining disasters • Tennessee: Where environmental regulations take a back seat • Texas: Big state, bigger pollution problems • West Virginia: Mountains aren't the only thing being removed • Ohio: Rivers that used to catch fire • Alabama: Environmental nightmare central • Louisiana: Where the bayous meet toxic waste • Indiana: The surprising #1 worst offender 🤔 Which state's environmental issues shocked you the most? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to like and subscribe for more eye-opening content about places across America! 🇺🇸 #environmentalscience #industrialtoxins #agriculturalrunoff #biodiversity #environmentalprotectionagency CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - #10 Arkansas Rankings 01:59 - #9 Illinois Overview 03:41 - #8 Kentucky Highlights 04:32 - #7 Tennessee Insights 05:16 - #6 Texas Analysis 06:49 - #5 West Virginia Review 08:14 - #4 Ohio Breakdown 09:31 - #3 Alabama Features 10:45 - #2 Louisiana Rankings 11:21 - Louisiana Discussion 12:14 - Indiana Spotlight 13:07 - Outro Email: [email protected] Do you want to move to that perfect place? Do you need a local Realtor for the area you want to move to? HomeAndMoney.com can help: Use this link: https://homeandmoney.com/briggs/ New Merch https://world-according-to-briggs-3.creator-spring.com/listing/get-it-got-it-good-t-shirt Sponsorship Inquiries: [email protected] 🔶My Other Channel: 🏡Suite Life For Briggs: @SuiteLife4Briggs MY OTHER SOCIALS: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/World2briggs/ #UnitedStates#Travel#Trending

Don't Move Here! 20 States People Instantly Regret Choosing 🏠🚫 Welcome back, everyone! Today, we're diving into the states that might not be as dreamy as you think. 😬 From scorching heat to sky-high living costs, we're uncovering why these 20 states might make you pack your bags faster than you unpacked them! Join us as we explore: • The "Land of Boredom" (Kansas, we're looking at you!) • Where dreams melt like ice cream (Hello, Arizona!) • The Empire State of Stress (NYC, you're not off the hook!) 🤔 Thinking of moving? You might want to watch this first! We're spilling the tea on: • Surprising weather woes • Hidden living costs • Job market realities • And so much more! Got any thoughts on these states? Share them in the comments below! 👇 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on all things travel and trending in the USA! 🇺🇸 #UnitedStates #Travel #MovingTips #LivingIn #TrendingNow#traveleducation #worldaccordingtobriggs #realestateinvesting #realestate #movingoutsingapore Email: [email protected]

Welcome back to another episode of Finding America. This is our weekly story time video, where I tell stories about people I met in my life and travels. It is a little break from our normal video. My Camera: https://amzn.to/40AgrJo

In today's storytime about people finding America, we talk about Ted, my first-ever in-person troll on an Amtrak Train. I also am convinced we can say Christmas again, and how I wish they had a Military weekend boot camp to see how you like it sort of like Catechism. #CHRISTAMASFESTIVAL

Today I share my story about how I quit one YouTube channel and an Army Buddy found his America in Florida after growing up in Maine. Enjoy the video as we help people find their America with this YouTube channel. Matts suggestion Best Loved Poems of the American People https://amzn.to/3ZT733h I discuss my YouTube journey from its pitfalls, mistakes, changes, and achievements. We also talk about how elections make people crazy.

I had a stroke last week and had to spend a few days in the hospital. While there I remember a woman who I talked to on a train trip years ago. She was once an orphan from New York City and was sent to live with another family during the great depression.

Welcome back to another episode of Finding America. This is our weekly story time video, where I tell stories about people I met in my life and travels. It is a little break from our normal video. Today I tell you the story of a French Spy who moved to The United States and started a new life.

If this is your first time here let me explain this podcast. I have always had the ability to get people to talk to me. I really should have been a journalist or a therapist. Over the course of my life, I have learned the most interesting stories don’t come from Hollywood or TV, they come from normal people. The average life can be so interesting. Over the course of each and every one of our lives, we have drama, comedy, and love. If you are lucky you get a little action and adventure. What we all hope we don’t get is a horror story. Today I am going to tell you about a trip to San Antonio. Texas and an interesting encounter I had. #Texas

If this is your first time here let me explain this podcast. I have always had the ability to get people to talk to me. I really should have been a journalist or a therapist. Over the course of my life, I have learned the most interesting stories don’t come from Hollywood or TV, they come from normal people. The average life can be so interesting. Over the course of each and every one of our lives, we have drama, comedy, and love. If you are lucky you get a little action and adventure. What we all hope we don’t get is a horror story. Today I am going to tell you my friend Clay’s story.

Welcome to another story from America: In this episode, I want to tell you about a trip I took across the country and back.

Welcome to another story from America: In this episode, I want to tell you about my friend Andy. A story about luck and a life turned around.

Welcome to another story from America: In this episode, I want to tell you about Dennis in Chicago. Dennis is a man who had a lot of hurdles in his life and got past them all.  

Welcome to another story from America: In this episode we talk to my friend Eric about his early life living poor in Fresno, CA. 

I recorded a fellow YouTube creator named Mark from The Geo Scholar YouTube channel. The Geo Scholar: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3a9TXIlOddDtKdmnKXIzkQ  My Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCecPJBL6E1PVky1-gj6KH5g

Welcome to another story from America: In this episode I want to tell you about Gary and Todd. Two life long friends from Minnesota. 

 My name is Briggs and I am the voice and creator of World According to Briggs on YouTube this is my first episode of my podcast, Stories from America.  This is a Podcast dedicated to our life stories in America. Where are you from? Let's talk about it. 

My name is Briggs and I am the voice and creator of World According to Briggs on YouTube this is my first episode of my podcast, Stories from America.  This is a Podcast dedicated to our life stories in America. Where are you from? Let's talk about it.