I've been thinking about this for months. This isn't about anger—it's about concern. Because I genuinely love Poland, and I want to understand what's changing.

If you've lived here (whether you're Polish or foreign), I'd love to hear your perspective. What have YOU noticed?

Let's talk. Not to fight. Just to understand each other better.

- Kamal

I'm reading every single comment here. And honestly? I'm proud of all of you. This is what I meant by curiosity—people asking real questions, sharing real fears, disagreeing without tearing each other apart. This is the Poland I fell in love with. The one that can have hard conversations and still see each other as human. Thank you for keeping it honest and classy. This is exactly the community I want to build. Keep it going. 🙏

Really enjoyed this video, Kamal. You have a great way of saying things clearly, with respect, and without sounding bitter. It takes skill to talk about sensitive topics like this and still keep the tone constructive. I also love how you highlight the good side. The warmth, the decency, and the strong sense of community people have here when you actually connect. As Carl Sagan said, “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” Your video feels like an invitation to return to that mindset. All the best!

I lived in Poland from 2016 and my experience was the same. Warmest most welcoming people ever.
I then moved to Germany and honestly Im so frustrated with Germany and I believe it’s because Poland left such a positive reference that I couldn’t never match in Germany.
I love Poland with all my heart and would be honoured to defend it if it was needed.
But it is really sad to think that place that I remember is fading away.

Thank You for sharing. I am watching what happens in Poland from a distance and I don't seem to appreciate what is happening in general, but when talking to my family, it's like a different reality... It seems like Poland is experiencing something it has never faced before... including economic prosperity... You seem to be living what I am fearing from a distance, yet still thinking of returning.... to make my country a better place for everyone. You are doing a great job, don't  give up!

Thank you for this video. I watched it with sadness but fully understand your point of view and agree on every point. Just wanted you to know, not every Polish has changed their perception of foreigners, for me and for many other people I know you are still more than welcome in Poland. It's still our common homeland, for me who was born here not more than for you.

The world became a harsher place. That's what changed. Countries like Poland are fortresses in the middle of the jungle that's today's world. That's why people are suspicious and protective of their country. But here's what I say as a fellow immigrant: face hate with love, and you'll be able to change hearts. Be the change you want to see. As long as you're able to still live here, it's not the end.

I hear you. Im a Pole and I experiened the same in the UK. I know how you feel.

I went to Canada as a child from behind the iron curtain, I was bullied at school as Russian but by a teacher. With kids it was easy to deal, but adults. When I came back to Poland after 1989, I was labeled here again as a kid who was "bananowe dziecko"  - a child who was better off - jealesy kicked in and distrust, making it harder for me at school grades also. Poles can be prejudice and mean. While. Living abroad you need thick skin. Przejmuj się opinią tych osób, które na to zasługują. Rób nadal co trzeba i co jest dobre, właściwe. Pokochałeś Polskę i szanujesz ja. Posiadannie dwóch  ojczyzn jest przywilejem, widzisz i rozumiesz więcej,  ale i jest trudne. Trzymam kciuki.

You are very right. Respect 🫡 .

Wow. I am a Pole living in the States...and have felt and seen and experienced hate and discrimination and racism and am now dating a Peruvian woman...you are Polish enough to me and you are welcome in my country. If we ever meet, I will buy you a drink! Na Zdrowie!

bro just keep the good job, understand that weve got tough times now, and actually if youre feeling not welcomed it means youre freaking full Pole now mate ! congratulations, youve made it ! thats our tough reality. If you understand there r shitty days and good days but family and friends are your hideout from outside world it means youve grown into this place. The closest friends/family are your fortress the rest is a sneaky place you gotta watch out and be suspicious about it. Nothing to worry about....cheers

One I can say as Pole : yes I feel fear as others in Poland we can’t let it overtaken us. The fears we need to overcome. We are strong 💪 and we have to face the fear and challenge it. Staying in fear 😨 will make us eventually weak and we will loose opportunity to take those who can bring something interesting to our culture and nation. I stay optimistic about us.

Yes , that is sad but I see it happening everywhere around the world.. I am polish , living in Germany and I was happy to call myself European since the European Union established but it’s all falling apart.. so sad to see this

I was born in Poland, immigrated to the USA. I’m sorry you’re starting to feel that way. I visited  Poland this summer for the first time in years and yes the country has definitely changed. Just as many countries in the west have been changing rapidly. Do not know the answer, I hope you can find comfort in your search for questions.

Great video man. I agree

This gives me a lot to think ... before I write. And I would really like to try to answear your question. because it is very important

I want Poland to be curious 😢😢😢😢

Hi Kamal I've been watching your content for a couple of months after you appeared on my IG suggestions - my algorithm has been much more Poland focused recently, I'll tell you why.

I'm Polish/Italian blood, born in NZ, lived 8 years in OZ, then only 2 years in PL, and after that the last 30 years in UK.

I've seen many cultures, the good and bad.. xenophobia, hate, cultural shifts and developments.

My best childhood memories are of those 2 years in PL! And my worst memories are of the xenophobia and hate in the UK. Even though I spoke fluent English.

Brits were judgemental and generally didn't respect Poles, this exploded in 2004 when the influx of economic migrants from Poland occurred when Poland joined the EU.

Without writing a whole book here, I'll summarise briefly... There's a lot of hypocrisy going on with Poles now and some are acting in bad ways towards ANY kind of immigrant, even though MANY were subjected to xenophobia in Western European countries.

I've read some comments here saying people in government and social media are exacerbating this problem, I totally agree!

The far right is on the ascension, and while I totally understand why (the situation of security - t@rroríst attacks etc), there should always be a place and acceptance for LEGAL migrants. Ones, like yourself, like my whole family, and especially those Poles who emigrated to seek a better standard of living!

Yet unfortunately we see some factions in Poland burning EU flags at the independence march - while EU signs stand next to infrastructure they enjoy now in Poland.

Some factions shout and publicize online 'Wołyń Pamiętamy!' - yet didn't utter a word about this before the tragic invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

And some factions shout 'Polska dla Polaków!' - which, as mentioned earlier, is a complete hypocrisy. As those shouting, will in no doubt at all, have friends or family members that at some point became economic migrants, and undoubtedly were witness/victim of xenophobia themselves...

Hi Kamal.  I watched lots of your podcasts and I'm amazed how you are adoring Poland ❤
I live in UK for last 22 yrs . Came over here when was 28 . Educated in Poland , done 2 degrees  but unfortunately my country failed me that time by lack of jobs and other things so I chose to emigrate . Also run my business,  got also other job and doing well but sometimes I want to go back but to make that decision is not easy . After all those years I'm torn apart, my heart is torn apart . I think I don't belong anywhere . I will never be like english people , they will never adopt me and accept me and also if I decide to go back to Poland now , will be hard to re- adapt to polish mentality as fully .
I do understand you . Being foreigner is hard and we are facing a lot of challenges.  
You are intelligent , handsome man Kamal and you should be proud of yourself doing well in Poland as a foreigner, speaking only a little Polish . Well done .
Take care ❤  Izabela