Cameron Roh, a young man from Ohio, has taken to the streets of London and New York to police the most egregious breaches of pedestrian etiquette. Armed with his smartphone camera, he stalks his prey, rating them for speed, direction, footwork, phone use, and other infractions in real-time. The videos are often humorous, but also biting – a gentle rebuke to those who wouldn't think twice before texting on the move or failing to yield to pedestrians.
Roh's crusade is not just about etiquette; it's about reclaiming public space from the forces of congestion and chaos that seem to dominate modern urban life. He sees cities as places designed for speed and efficiency, rather than human beings with rights and needs. "These places aren't for people," he says – a sentiment that resonates deeply in this age of hyper-speed and hyper-commodification.
Roh's approach is also notable for its willingness to engage the very social media platforms that seem to fuel the problems he's trying to address. By broadcasting his findings on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, he's creating a kind of grassroots civic movement that encourages people to think twice before their next phone-check or pavement-invasion.
Of course, not everyone will take Roh's brand of vigilante justice to heart. Some might see him as a cranky outsider; others might view his videos as simply funny – after all, who hasn't had to navigate a crowded street with a surly on-coming cyclist? Still, there's something undeniably compelling about Roh's single-minded dedication to the art of walking – and his willingness to take on the powers that be in the process.
As I watched him walk away from a group of men blocking the pavement, I couldn't help but feel a twinge of admiration for this young man's tenacity. Maybe we all are just a little bit like Roh – our eyes fixed on our phones as we trudge through the urban jungle, occasionally catching sight of the people around us and thinking "oh dear, sorry about that." But perhaps, with a little more courage and a lot less tolerance for bad walking etiquette, we might be able to reclaim this space and make it truly human again.
Roh's crusade is not just about etiquette; it's about reclaiming public space from the forces of congestion and chaos that seem to dominate modern urban life. He sees cities as places designed for speed and efficiency, rather than human beings with rights and needs. "These places aren't for people," he says – a sentiment that resonates deeply in this age of hyper-speed and hyper-commodification.
Roh's approach is also notable for its willingness to engage the very social media platforms that seem to fuel the problems he's trying to address. By broadcasting his findings on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, he's creating a kind of grassroots civic movement that encourages people to think twice before their next phone-check or pavement-invasion.
Of course, not everyone will take Roh's brand of vigilante justice to heart. Some might see him as a cranky outsider; others might view his videos as simply funny – after all, who hasn't had to navigate a crowded street with a surly on-coming cyclist? Still, there's something undeniably compelling about Roh's single-minded dedication to the art of walking – and his willingness to take on the powers that be in the process.
As I watched him walk away from a group of men blocking the pavement, I couldn't help but feel a twinge of admiration for this young man's tenacity. Maybe we all are just a little bit like Roh – our eyes fixed on our phones as we trudge through the urban jungle, occasionally catching sight of the people around us and thinking "oh dear, sorry about that." But perhaps, with a little more courage and a lot less tolerance for bad walking etiquette, we might be able to reclaim this space and make it truly human again.
. and what about all the people whos phones r literally attached 2 their hands? u think he can catch those guys? 
. plus, isnt it just a copout 4 ppl 2 blame others 4 their own bad habits? we need 2 take responsibility 4 our own actions & not just pass the buck 2 some guy with a phone 
he's like the ultimate walkie-talkie enforcer 
i'm all about that human-centric vibe too - who says we gotta be racing around like lunatics just to get from point a to point b? 
can't wait to see what other crazy walk etiquette vids he drops on tiktok 
but seriously tho his approach is kinda refreshing, like he's not just policing people's behavior, he's also encouraging us all to be more mindful of our surroundings 
and let's be real, who hasn't been caught checking their phone in the middle of a walk? 
i think it's dope that he's using social media to spread his message, it's like he's using the same platforms that are kinda killing us to try and save us 
so i think cameron roh is like the urban superhero we never knew we needed 
his idea of using social media to police pedestrian etiquette is genius 
especially when you consider how many people are glued to their phones while walking around 
it's all about creating a community that cares (or at least pretends to) about public space 
because it challenges our assumptions about what cities should be like 
...i mean, i get that he wants to reclaim public space, but yelling at ppl on vids isn't really gonna cut it for me 
...and what's with all the ratings? like, is he some kinda walking police officer or something? 
. And honestly, some of those videos are pretty funny and relatable... who hasn't been guilty of texting on the go at some point? But what I think really resonates with me is that Roh is trying to make a point about reclaiming public space for humans, not just speed and efficiency machines 
. It's like, we need to slow down and actually see each other on the streets again 
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I've been on those crowded streets in London and New York too, and yeah, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos. But Roh's approach is kinda refreshing, you know? He's not trying to be a jerk or anything, he's just calling out people for being thoughtless.
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! like what if instead of just complaining about pedestrians who are being rude, he creates a movement that actually encourages people to be more mindful on the streets? his approach is so refreshing - using social media to spread awareness and promote kindness. it's all about reframing how we think about public space and prioritizing human connection over speed & efficiency 
. But at the same time, I love how he's using social media to spread his message and get people to rethink their habits. Maybe we all need a bit of that Roh spirit 
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! Like, hello! We're not just sardines in a can on the subway or a sea of zombies on the sidewalk 
! There's a world out there and we need to enjoy it 
. I mean, who needs that kind of stress in their life? It's like, take a deep breath, put down your phone (for 5 seconds, no more 
), and actually see where you're going 
It's not just about etiquette; it's about respect and humanity 
. We all gotta try a little harder to be more aware of our surroundings and actually engage with the world around us 
I love how he's using his smartphone camera to fight for people over speed 
. His vids are hilarious but also kinda real 
, not just for cars and phones 
. It's time we all took a walk on the wild side and put down our phones 