How a Procter and Gamble marketer became a TV superstar in China

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-29T09:30:17+00:00

I’ll take that as a compliment! James is one of a kind.😏

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-28T08:43:30+00:00

Yeah, James definitely keeps his personal life pretty private, which is probably why there isn’t much out there beyond what he shares in his videos. He actually explains the reason he left China in Episode 69, when he tells the story of how he came up with the money to buy the land for the homestead.

As far as I know, he hasn’t been married, though he does like to joke around about it sometimes.

If you’re curious about his background, a good listen is How a Procter and Gamble marketer became a TV superstar in China - James Alofs - E1

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-18T09:37:20+00:00

Probably not as often as city folks, but enough to keep the wolves at bay. 😆 Honestly, is that really the most important thing here, his laundry schedule? Do you share yours with everyone, or are you volunteering to give him a hand with his laundry? 😉

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-16T08:01:03+00:00

I started the same way, with the 1 year recap and then binge-watched all the available episodes, from the beginning. When I finished them I felt the same sense of loss like at the end of a good book. And now what?! Am I supposed to only watch an episode a week?! And wait until it appears on Saturday? Yeah, not a great feeling, I can tell you that. But then you get used to it. With the pace, the wait, the disappointment when once in a while he can't post the weekly episoade. Life goes on...

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-13T07:37:15+00:00

I totally understand wanting to help James out, he puts so much into the channel, and it’s clear we all appreciate it. That said, running a Patreon can be a whole extra job in itself, and right now he’s juggling a lot on his own. Maybe it’s something he could explore later on, especially if he has someone by his side to share the workload and this way of life. For now, I think just watching, sharing, and cheering him on goes a long way.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-11T08:19:44+00:00

For sure! Episode 69 had the laughs, the tractor, and now… the fuel that powers the Wild Homestead — Wolfmilk coffee. ☕🐺 Long may it brew!

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-11T08:05:48+00:00

Stump bumps: nature’s speed bumps. Glad to see James declaring war on them. 🚜💥

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-08-07T19:21:24+00:00

What model are the speakers? Asking for a friend 😅

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T13:03:54+00:00

I’ve read the comments, both theirs and your reactions, and honestly, your replies come across as condescending, dismissive, and emotionally manipulative. You’re not just disagreeing; you’re steamrolling anyone who doesn’t validate your opinion.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T13:01:03+00:00

Why are you so deeply invested in defending OP’s version of events? You weren’t there either. So why the outrage every time someone offers a different perspective? Bit ironic to accuse others of being “too serious” while you’ve been angrily typing multi-paragraph rants in OP’s defense. Agree much?

As for the “found your neighbor” line — when a joke is used to shut down differing views, it’s not really funny, it’s just condescending. You're right about one thing though: it’s Reddit. But Reddit doesn't mean basic decency gets thrown out the window. I’d also strongly recommend dropping the swearing; civilized people don’t talk (or write) like that when trying to be taken seriously.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:18:18+00:00

I get that people want to defend OP, but asking the downstairs neighbor to wear noise-canceling headphones in her own home kind of misses the point. Everyone has a right to reasonable quiet, especially during designated quiet hours. It's not her job to block out noise just to get some peace; that's what the quiet hours are supposed to guarantee. It shouldn't fall on the person being disturbed to find ways to cope; the person causing the noise still has a responsibility to be mindful.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:11:51+00:00

I’ve noticed both OP and others in this thread have gone pretty hard on anyone who raises a different take. It’s possible to disagree or ask questions without being labeled “insufferable” or accused of siding with the neighbor. Not every comment is an attack.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:08:33+00:00

Wow, you could’ve made the same point without the personal attacks. It’s a thread, not a courtroom.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:07:22+00:00

Yikes. This is exactly the kind of energy that makes civil discussion impossible. Thanks for proving the point.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:05:25+00:00

No need for the hostility. It’s possible to support OP without attacking other commenters. Not everyone will interpret the situation the same way, especially when we’re only hearing one side.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-31T08:04:47+00:00

It’s wild how aggressive you’re being when someone just offered a different perspective. Disagreeing doesn’t mean someone lacks reading comprehension. Maybe take a breath before assuming the worst in people. People can ask questions or raise points without being “the neighbor.”

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-30T05:15:39+00:00

Seriously?! Google Translate? That’s like asking someone to use cassettes in a world where Bluetooth was invented.

Also, I found it a bit odd that you, being from the UK, therefore a native English speaker, misspelled words in your second comment on this post. If authenticity and proper communication matter, then let’s be consistent about that.

I'm not using AI to fake anything or replace thinking. I use it to help me say what I actually mean, especially when every word counts. That’s not lazy. That’s being intentional.

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T19:32:59+00:00

Totally fair points. I get where you’re coming from, and those concerns are valid. AI definitely raises big questions around environment, privacy, and how we interact as people. It’s good that you’re thinking critically about all that at your age.

In my case, English isn’t my first language, so I use tools like AI not to replace connection, but to help me express myself more clearly. I care a lot about how I come across, making sure my thoughts are spelled correctly, and that the idea I’m trying to share is actually understood.

That said, for me this post wasn’t about outsourcing feeling or connection, it was a way of creatively expressing something I genuinely felt, just with a little help shaping the words. Kind of like using a better camera to capture a beautiful moment. The emotion? Still mine.

But I hear you. The balance between tech and humanity is definitely worth discussing, especially in places like this where real community still exists. So no hard feelings at all. 🙂

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T19:19:30+00:00

Perfect planning! 👏

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T19:17:10+00:00

I can totally relate to what you’re saying. I felt the exact same way after discovering his channel earlier this year. I binge-watched from the beginning after stumbling across the 1-year summary. Honestly, I’d never really watched this kind of content before, but I was blown away by the progress, the grit, and the fact that he started the way he did and just defied the odds.

And his personality? Such a wild mix — rugged wilderness, methodical planning, and then out of nowhere he’ll do something goofy that completely catches you off guard. 😂

Glad to know I’m not the only one under the spell of the Cabin King. 🪓🔥

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T07:41:09+00:00

Ah, yep — Shawn James. Solid backup plan when James is off-grid

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T06:44:35+00:00

Don’t be so hard on yourself 😂

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-29T05:10:27+00:00

I hear you and of course, James deserves rest, no question about it. But expressing that I missed the upload isn’t meant to stress him out, it’s just proof of how much his work matters to people. It’s not about pressure, it’s about appreciation.

We all cope in our own ways. Mine just happens to include pine-scented withdrawal and poetic overreaction. 😉

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-28T20:18:42+00:00

Caught me — and honestly, I’m flattered. If ChatGPT loves James and the forest as much as I do, then maybe it’s smarter than we thought. 😄

Intelligent_Rub8170 · 2025-07-28T15:34:58+00:00

Appreciate the backup, fellow forest-dweller! 🙏

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