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The NELK Boys, popular for their wild pranks on YouTube, have stirred controversy with their recent escapade in Fiji. Teaming up with renowned outdoorsman Forrest Galante, the group set out to an island near Fiji where they encountered a tribe that had limited contact with the outside world.

During their visit, the influencers engaged in various activities with the tribe, which included distributing liquor, cigarettes, and vapes. The video capturing these interactions has amassed over 4 million views, but the response has been overwhelmingly negative.

While some viewers have questioned the tribe's isolation, many have criticized the NELK Boys for their actions, deeming the stunt irresponsible and disrespectful. Comments on the video range from disbelief to outrage, with numerous individuals questioning the ethics of introducing addictive substances to a community with little exposure to such products.

One viewer humorously commented, "Got them addicted to vapes and then bounced on them?" highlighting the perceived lack of accountability in the group's behavior. Another critic condemned the influencers for "corrupting those pure people," stressing the potential harm caused by their actions.

Despite facing mounting criticism, the NELK Boys have remained silent on the backlash surrounding their controversial video. This is not the first time the group has faced public outrage for their pranks, as a previous incident involving a fake food truck selling dog and cat meat led to police intervention.

The incident has sparked conversations about the responsibilities of content creators and the repercussions of their actions on vulnerable communities. While entertainment is a primary focus for many YouTubers, the line between harmless fun and harmful behavior can easily blur, especially when interacting with marginalized groups.

As social media influencers continue to push boundaries in pursuit of views and engagement, it is crucial to consider the potential impact of their actions. The NELK Boys' encounter with the remote tribe serves as a stark reminder of the significance of ethical conduct and cultural sensitivity in the digital era.

While the temptation of creating viral content may be strong, creators must prioritize respect and integrity in their interactions, particularly when engaging with communities unfamiliar with modern vices. The incident in Fiji underscores the necessity for greater awareness and accountability among online personalities, highlighting the influence they hold and the consequences of their choices.

  • Lemmygradwontallowme [he/him, comrade/them]
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    5 days ago

    Just a lot of extremely patronizing stuff. Indigenous people have all kinds of problems, yeah, but being children who cannot make decisions for themselves isn't one of them. There a lot of s old school white man's burden racism going on in the comments.

    Sure, there are such comments, but I'm pretty sure that vapes, cigars, alcohol, and the like won't help, especially looking beyond the NELK boys and in the broader picture

    Okay I did watch a bit of it. Those folks know what a damn cigarette is. No one smokes for the first time without choking or takes pulls off a bottle of liquor easily.

    This seems like the era where western "civilization" reaches these tribes and their land where they're at a risk of being expropriated of their natural resources by lumber, mining companies etc. and having their lands used as military bases.

    This expropriation is prolly what leads them to cope via substance abuse.

    That's my concern, too.