America's Gangster Ghost Town: Gary, Indiana

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[@eliwallace3825]

the dudes who were tagging along honestly seem like good bright dudes who just fell victim to their environments. wish them the best

[@JacobAvalos-jg9yv]

its like that most of the time

[@xanderbarnard8707]

Some funny ass guys for real🤣

[@NotSoStNick]

That’s Gary for you

[@sullivan9191]

Amazing how people change their actions when they’re on camera…

[@NotSoStNick]

@@sullivan9191 I’m assuming the reason you believe people aren’t being genuine on camera is because you’re disingenuous on camera. Your comment screams projection. Except I don’t know you, just as you don’t know them, so I could be wrong.

[@mikeaurturo1412]

Mad respect for SOB for censoring himself in front of the pastor while rapping. That shows respect. 👊🏽

[@JayyFromTheGrip]

💯💯💯💯

[@Nauticunt]

Him? It’s a crew.

[@pastorbill7374]

MUCH RESPECT

[@daddydidnt9700]

SOB Odee and everyone else has a good head on their shoulders

[@erickillian3349]

What a stupid comment.

[@IxBexSolo]

I like how bro asked “you good my boy?” That’s a true friend.

[@Faydid]

It’s refreshing to see a a sense of community that’s not purely hostile with a thug life mentality. They seemed open minded, inquisitive, civilized/ educated, and eager to enrich themselves and the community. Respect. It gives me hope for the future of America’s struggling towns

[@JohnDoe-bt9qp]

They literally committed crimes in this video and you praise them. I bet that you are a liberal who tolerates anything, even if it harms you. You wrote one of those bot-like comments that always want to support but never offer criticism where it's due.

[@MunnaWill07]

it's funny how a small percent of our ppl who are in gangs outshine us who are not in gangs😂😂

[@TreyMessiah95]

Lmfao, the media and the government portray that lifestyle. Lmfao the hell

[@TreyMessiah95]

@@MunnaWill07what do you mean by “outshine@

[@RobertJones-uh2wk]

​@@TreyMessiah95it means a small percentage like $390,000 blacks are in gangs okay and 490000 Hispanics are in gangs and 130000 whites are in gangs

[@re-upking3327]

This wasn’t even close to what I was expecting. These guys aren’t your typical youngsters, they’re actually pretty intelligent. I’m glad to see that there are still people taking pride in their community. There’s not a question in my mind that Gary is on the rise.

[@tewmanygyal]

Gary isn’t on the rise. Everyone moved and everything is abandoned

[@user-uo6ov2yi7e]

Cool... ghetto trash that can read. Wow! Real good people to have faith in. Clown.

[@ronniedixon5132]

i moved from gary to a town over call cal township. it’s abandoned asf potholes on every SINGLE RODE😂houses and buildings are falling apart. literal ghost town

[@ParkerTJames]

Gang bangers, drugs, murder, and money. Looks like a town on the rise 😂

[@tylermccarty6912]

I wish it was, but imo it seems like it’s not on the rise; it’s just not as far gone as other places yet.

[@oceancycloneblue5356]

Im glad you ran into the guy with the urban farm. While some have accepted the decay there are others trying to grow something new and useful.

[@burnout_MEDIA]

Pastor Whittaker didn’t seem to have much love for Tommy G 😂

[@shmittywerbenmanjesen]

​@burnout_MEDIA I know what was that about lol brushed him off when he asked that first question.

[@Lotus_River]

@@shmittywerbenmanjesen if you don't know who Tommy G is I think it's easy to see him as someone that would exploit poorer communities for his own profit (views), so I think the pastor might've been wary of that.

[@ryanmcallister3922]

Takes a lot of courage to do what he does. Does it in a way that’s respectful and relatable, while spreading his positive message. So cool man. Major respect.

[@Dud3Wh3r3sMyCar]

You’re doing flips on that meat. Stop that. It’s the same old shit every video

[@MunnaWill07]

takes courage to profit off of our poverty😂

[@ballsdeep2520]

He asks the worst questions ever, Blatantly obvious nonsense questions. First and last video I'll watch and i doubt I'll make it to 10:00

[@Godlyoutput]

SOB seem like some smart dudes, them boys got it fr & they respectable.

[@tonysopranooo1]

yea they don't seem like hardened gangsters that kill people, they're just normal dudes that smoke weed and rap lol .. nothing like detroit or chicago

[@SakosTechSpot]

SOB Jerro was thinking real hard about his life choices when the pastor was talking. Nice to see a community come together to try and bring life back to their homes.

[@Dolocj574]

Love my city we just need more love man

[@thajiggaman]

I was thinking the same thing. A spark can ignite the mind. I hope he plays on that. Good luck Gary.

[@jihadiijoe]

He sounded fruty if you know what i mean😂

[@JerroSlummo]

@@jihadiijoenah We don’t 😂

[@jihadiijoe]

@@JerroSlummo im just playing yall Seem like cool guys 😂😂😂

[@brandonadams7123]

The chemistry between you and the Gary boys was awesome! Ya’ll could totally do an urban ghost exploration show.

[@219Boii]

I'm from Chicago originally but moved to Hammond, Indiana when I was a kid which borders Gary. My dad and several family members actually stat in Gary. It's definitely a ghost town and has some shady people but also has many good people as well. I once explored an abandoned school in Gary off 5th Avenue when I was about 16 or 17 and it was scary asf but my cousins friend had a gun on him so we felt safe. My boyfriend explored an abandoned school as well years back but they all got the cops called on them and the cops left them there. It's sad how the American government just leaves its own communities on its own soil like this. America needs to do better for the people of its country. One of my former close friends was actually arrested a month ago for a murder that happened in Gary... I haven't talked to him in 6 months or seen him in 2 years and everytime we did talk I asked him to lay off the drugs and stay out the streets but he never listened to me. It's a sad world and our government doesn't care about us so we have to care about ourselves and each other.

[@dusanrajcevic8208]

How long ago was this? I think Ik exactly what school your talking about

[@kingpotent3950]

these kids were born in america there parents were born in america their grand parents were born in america and they think they gangstas😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@lo11163]

@@kingpotent3950 take a trip to gary and youll be begging to go back to whatever country you're from lmaoo

[@jessegoodyear5547]

The American people need to clean house when it comes to government. Especially the feds, they hate America and it really shows.

[@redshot1015]

NOT tough at all . not even like that in gary lol

[@user-vv8uv7lv5q]

I’m from Gary,IN and Appreciate you coming out here and not having a negative interview fr💯 much love we already have nothing but poverty and crime I see how most of these interviews go and this is the best

[@FarmHandz-cx4rn]

Do yall live by a volcano or by a major fault line or anything of the sort? JW cuz Scary Gary would definitely be better off Blown sky high.

[@gregdoh]

The urban farmers are a big part of bringing Gary back up. Glad you interviewed them!

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

Thx for the comment

[@carmat7106]

👎🏿

[@SaltyCado]

​@@carmat7106what is wrong with you lmao

[@Tardxan]

The pastor approving of the bars instead of picking it apart was actually unexpectedly wholesome

[@gr8gmblr]

From all the videos that i have watched, this is by far your best and most uplifting thag i have seen. Thank your for your work and stay frosty.

[@nzeq.]

thanks for showing love to my city fr

[@DarkMatter727]

I met Will in Milwaukee at a conference I was at when attending MATC in Milwaukee. Thats awesome that his message and work is spreading! Love seeing community like this!

[@TommyGMcGee]

He’s the man

[@KiNgCuDi11]

You probably don’t remember me, but we met in Milwaukee @ Collrctivo like four years ago, before your KZbin channel popped off, and you’re still doing videos in the city. I’m glad I’ve been with you from the beginning! And I look forward to more of your videos!!!

[@antcar5307]

Thank for coming here I’ve lived in gary for most of my life and we have good and bad things but like he said it is fun growing up here but we can reunite and invest back in our community

[@raydr10]

I live about 20 minutes away from Gary and always hear bad things about it. “You shouldn’t go anywhere near that area.” This video really gives me a different perspective on things, great work man.

[@sixassassin204]

Don’t let this video change your perspective. Stay away lol

[@lilbiscuitjz171]

dont listen to the other guy. still be cautious of where you are at no matter what its awesome what a change of perspective can do. Atleast you now know from the video that real people who want to make a change exist in Gary and are helping and working everyday to make that a reality of making Gary a great place.

[@datmanjay420]

Gary sucks bro. Murder Rate only second to STL@@lilbiscuitjz171

[@brycel5588]

You’ll be fine bro. If you ain’t repping nothing or part of the shit the shit won’t come to you. Gary’s peaceful if you don’t got any affiliation yk.

[@Habibfr69]

Same here, I've been throughout the city, the goods places and the bad. I'd advise to stay away if you can't handle the pressure from the environment. It's truly a struggle out there, some wish to leave, and some hold other back from leaving, almost like a matrix.

[@bullshark0353]

Massive respect to the editor for finding all of these old clips in the video

[@fayfayfunches]

Love seeing someone who grew up near me doing work like this. So many people from the suburbs judge others harshly instead of going out of their way to understand other people’s situations. The way you go about things is so encouraging. It shows everyone’s humanity.

[@EierkopfFuchsgesicht]

These dudes seem to be soo chill to be around. Very nice and intelligent. Great video. Would love to see a catch up

[@shane2735]

exploring cool ass abandoned buildings w gangster rappers? big dog don't miss! love your shit tommy! keep inspiring!!!

[@chrisparker8853]

Sorry but that church is in every Gary video and gangster rappers???? Did they say they were gang

[@robbie5010]

@@chrisparker8853they stated what gang they were in a couple times maybe watch the vid again

[@Dud3Wh3r3sMyCar]

Video was trash

[@nathynrollins3451]

@@robbie5010that’s not their gang that’s their label

[@robbie5010]

@@nathynrollins3451 shut up bro

[@johnthomas1422]

Tommy makes some informative videos sprawling all of America. I really appreciate how he went into this looking for the destroyed parts of town, but what he found was people working hard to rebuild the town. Great video!

[@420drew5]

I love how respectful the people always are in your videos✅the rappers just showing respect to the older people is great

[@SuperCosmonaut64]

I just found your channel and I am enjoying the videos. Keep up the good work. I grew up not far from Crystal lake I always like seeing local people on KZbin

[@natcsosz4726]

Bro just don't die doing these vids causes they are way too entertaining 😂

[@lile4life713]

Why even say that , makes it look like the only reason why you want him alive is for the videos

[@arandom8590]

​@@lile4life713that's my exact reason

[@traplinelivin]

@@lile4life713 bro u acting like the dude know tommy g personally the dudes just another youtuber with entertaining videos simple as onb

[@SlicksDead]

This probably one of the safest cities out of all his hood visits

[@triple_gem_shining]

Chill

[@thatboycook23]

I love how those boys all respect each other and hyped each other up or agreed on most things. Makes me hopeful

[@JakeStowers]

Facts💯💯💯💯

[@imcrxnkxd345]

i love seeing indiana. any part of indiana, it’s my hometown and it’s wonderful to see ANY part of it being shown off. beautiful video.

[@kingvic.]

one of the first vid i watched was the kia boys and i been hooked ever since. so awesome to see how far u have come w ur channel tommy!!

[@isaiahburns8828]

The fact that michael jackson was from there is INSANE

[@i_am_ava]

Two completely different places then & now

[@mumu4L]

@@i_am_avait was still not that good of a place to be

[@mobilegameclips5628]

@@mumu4Lit was an great place to be when the mill was open. The fall of Gary was really in the 80s so I’d say Michael came from a completely different world

[@barefootiguana2760]

His childhood house is still there and its immaculate. The community never puts graffiti on it or vandalizes it. Its an interesting sight

[@jalenimmanuel7669]

​@@mobilegameclips5628 False. Joe Jackson was actually a victim of the mills and factories closing because he got laid off when MJ was a kid.

[@BubbleS1]

The energy from this group was different, great vibes you could feel radiate through the screen fr

[@UFEDUC3]

I love that urban farming thing man. That is such a dope idea. I've said for years that EVERY neighborhood should have a community garden that ONLY those who help can use but, they pay with their work and labor to grow it.

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

Right on the money sir

[@JackDaniels-pl1mv]

Truth

[@psychoticdaizyproductions569]

This has been my favorite video. You genuinely seeked to find ways to not only relate with, but open their eyes as well in a manner that I don't even really think they noticed. Which makes no argument or resentment happen. Such a real and fluid guy you are and I really admire how you've handled yourself. You're certainly doing God's work. You earned me as a sub that's for sure

[@JacaboBlanco]

15:49 thats truly awesome. Especially in an urban setting.

[@ibezzant]

Urban farming! LFG! Like Tommy said, a lot of people in poor areas only have access to bad junk food from corner stores and gas stations. Love that they are putting out free produce, eggs, etc. Wish we could start a gofundme for them to build it up or buy more land. So dope.

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

Yes. Urban farming is the wave its what we do thx.

[@andrewquigley8938]

@@ElephantManPodcastNetworkyeah that’s dope y’all creating your own wave

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

@Andrew thx alot blessings 2 you

[@letsrock12345]

​@ElephantManPodcastNetwork awesome seeing what yall are doing out there, man! Planting seeds in the ground and in the minds of the youth! Good stuff 💪

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

@@letsrock12345 Thx for watching thx for replying much love.

[@michaels_madness]

Man, I lived and worked in Gary back in 2011-2012, and that place is no joke. Met some real ones out there, but it definitely gets gutter. Gonna be a fun episode.

[@whoishim2998]

Yeah cuz Gary is pretty much just ah Chicago burb

[@SavageJarJar]

@@whoishim2998 Gary is just Detroit but worse

[@i_am_ava]

That’s about the time I lived in lake station but was in Gary every other day. Definitely have some of my best & favorite memories from that time & place. Bittersweet to think about.

[@rodan2852]

Hey man! born and raised in Woodstock IL over here! Honestly hes right! If they did want to solve the problem, we'd have to educate and send them back to police their own neighborhoods to pay back the education. They would know more and it would mean more to the young officers. God bless that church, that pastor is awesome!

[@InspireLeadershipTV]

Facts from that region and appreciate you bringing light to these areas

[@JerroSlummo]

Much Love Thanks For having us Tommy‼️

[@Watcher234]

Really respect you Tommy, what your doing is dope actually using your platform for good. I can tell you be giving these kids epiphanies dropping small gems they either take or dont

[@Trittyy]

the urban farming is so cool. great video

[@AngelRivera-de1lq]

Nice change of pace for this video, nice to focus on the efforts of people trying to change Gary for the better. It was really wholesome seeing the rappers exploring and just having a good time

[@AwfulLottaYea]

For real bro

[@barefootiguana2760]

very typical indiana kids. good people in indiana overall

[@isaiahjohnson2532]

You’re such an amazing human being Tommy! I love that you treat people like people no matter what their circumstances are. Another awesome video, can’t wait for the next one!

[@JulioSanchez-nj8vk]

Those dudes were fucking hilarious bro, they should make a movie with those guys😂😂😂😂😂

[@Crispydagreat]

Wow, never thought I'd see somewhere I'm at multiple times a week on Tommy gs channel! Love to see it

[@ballsincement]

3:20 is my exact motivation for when i become a police officer ( currently in school for it ) i know people hate cops and so did i growing up i ran from cops more than criminals. i want to be the best police officer i could be , use my judgement first before pushing a legal agenda, i hope me and everyone else on a similar journey to becoming a cop treat ur people in ur city with respect and strive to be that cop that everyone loves. be nice , be kind and don’t abuse your power guys ❤️

[@michaelallen3395]

Tommy another great video that shows the way these run down abandoned towns/cities don't have to be full of kids where there's nothing for them except hanging on the streets killing each other. The older generations that put their time and money into creating places like the farm you visited for everyone to get involved is one of the best starting points. Young kids usually love getting involved coming down and helping out growing produce they can eat and rearing animals that also provide food, it gives them a purpose something to do that also helps then shape their futures because they're learning new skills. Inner city London UK the locals started doing ghis aswell because we have alot of knife crime with youngsters and its great to see these kids really enjoying being part of something other than street life.

[@JELLONOTJAM]

glad to see some finally give the sob crew some light

[@rentalcar1712]

SOB guys really at the end seemed just like regular highschool kids in a field trip super polite too

[@FillmoSlimm]

I like the fact that you drop gems and keep a positive vibe in your videos. I'm from Gary and the city is filled with beautiful people, trying to make a difference. Great video.

[@barefootiguana2760]

In my experience Gary has some of the warmest/friendlist people in the country. Ive only been a couple times but I absolutely loved the city.

[@McAssBlast]

This was a really sick doc, loved the inspiring ended with the urban gardens. Community is an important thing

[@robsgotit1]

The most wholesome episode yet. Much love tommy g!

[@yungxog6405]

your msgs always positive I fw dat 💯🙏🏾

[@fresco09]

Love these videos man, not drawn out hour long videos. Show you real life in different places but always keeping a positive message

[@kenthomas7471]

I used to explore Gary every weekend. I've spent a lot of time in the places you filmed. It's nostalgic for me

[@they_luv_c3265]

Tommy..I just want to say I love your videos me and my cousin used to watch them all the time But he recently passed Every time I watch your videos It reminds me of all The Times Me and him used to sit back and laugh 😂 Keep up the good content And thank you for the laughs

[@TommyGMcGee]

Sorry to hear that❤️, I’m glad these videos bring up good memories 🙏

[@McGregorShorts]

Sorry for your loss 💙

[@Leonidas-ns1qd]

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[@they_luv_c3265]

@@Leonidas-ns1qd bot

[@TDae.]

@@they_luv_c3265how in the fuck did you use the wrong bot 😭 I have never seen someone do this before I’m sorry it’s just funny to me 😂

[@TommyGMcGee]

What will it take to bring Gary back?

[@OOOK79]

nothing 🙅🏽‍♂️😭

[@easyname-ot1kc]

3 minute gang

[@OGxGoku]

A nuke

[@josephgaspar2944]

Faded than a hoe. Exquisite

[@uniq7778]

kisses

[@MarieStonier-xv7km]

Love all your videos keeping it real take care out there much love from the UK

[@user-bg3qk8up3t]

SOB goon with the Green Hoody that was some HEAT! Respect to you from buffalo NY. Keep going! Post your socials!

[@heatbylawrenceny]

I like how the episode took a turn and you found a gem in the ghost town

[@road9056]

I appreciate the video brodie bringing light out here means a lot

[@cashl8451]

Amazing content, like usual Tommy.

[@JohnKay110]

Props to my boy rocking the Misfits tee! What's up from Akron, Ohio

[@liiam7302]

i've been listening to SOB odee for a lil minute now. awesome to see you making a video with him 😂

[@762visualz]

Me too I heard boom and started listening ever since

[@Dolocj574]

Rs bro under rated, we’ve got some hella tough artists here in Indiana, Michigan they just needa boost hella potential here from sports music work ethic etc

[@danielshin4515]

Another great video dude, the second half with the urban farming definitely changed it up compared to most of other videos you have. Keep it pushin’ bro, BIG DOGS GOTTA EAT 🗣️

[@carsonkinder-lt6xb]

it’s about time bro i’ve been waiting for a gary indiana video i’m from portage

[@mywienersyoumusttouch6446]

Royal center Indiana

[@riskitrose]

Might sound cheesy but that stair metaphor made me a sub ...I appreciate dude for these videos and your a part of the culture....I respect the hell outta bro 💯💯💯

[@MrGetWrecked916]

White boi funny as hell , he remind me of my homeboy back in the day always playing around n shit 🤣

[@conorneary99]

Thank you tommy for another heartwarming video that provides context for the forgotten areas of America

[@ElevateWithEman]

growing up in Gary definitely shaped how I see life and keeps my ambition and passions strong!

[@KPVFarmer]

It would be great for Gary to make a comeback! Lots of locations for manufacturing to grow.

[@treadlightly6427]

That man who's showing his community how to grow their own food and raise animals I wish the absolute best, what an asset to that community!

[@hueg.rection7961]

I joined a road trip last year and went from Michigan, through Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and even into Minnesota, We stopped in Chicago IL, Lacrosse WI and in Gary IN to get some Harolds Chicken, while in Gary we also stopped at a Walgreens or CVS I can’t remember. The people inside the stores were very nice and I didn’t see any of the negativity besides the actual geography. It was very flat and depressing with all the abandoned buildings, land and structures. I am from Ypsilanti, Michigan.

[@kingj_da1st377]

Yea it’s pretty flat in IL and IN

[@lolGrims]

Crazy to see you're in my state doin this video at places i got shots for my photography for

[@jackolantern404]

Living near South Bend and growing up around here, I always find these documentaries interesting.

[@KuttMannEntertainment]

As a person who will be in the streets, and who understands somebody who from Gary Indiana, this is the most legit, most real altercation I could ever see between two or more individuals, so Tom and you please keep up the good work. You are a legend you are a provider you are keeping the world open to itself so nobody is ignorant to the situation is that everybody’s in you are a real gangster and I mean that shit‼️‼️🤍

[@MrEricarias26]

broooo i been watching your videos for over a year and had no idea you were from crystal lake! i'm from woodstock. much love bro keep doing big things 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@maxcole3930]

You should went into underground rooms& tunnels when you were in Cincinnati. I grew up & lived just north of Cincy my whole life until 2 years ago. Anyway doing construction work & renovations on only buildings downtown. There a labyrinth of huge room& passageways 2 to 3 stories under the City! They connect to different buildings, under the streets. Idk where all they go but I know the Findlay Market area is loaded with them! From what I understand they were used for prohibition & underground railroad. It's hard to believe how big the rooms are once you're down there. I have no idea how they dug them out & building them that far down!???

[@DamnYouMadeThisJ]

thx for covering Gary. shouts out Gary shouts out EC shouts out Hammond shouts out the whole region. 219 represent🔥

[@beauhatchman]

This has been your best video by far!

[@noahlandowski124]

Tommy your video made my day. I’m in the hospital back home in Milwaukee for my lung randomly collapsing and when you made that joke in the basement I laughed so hard. Your content is the shit man keep it up!

[@Nille0212]

Sending healing vibes to you love.

[@masutashinobi]

Let’s goooo!!! SOB ODEE getting the love he deserves! His music is fucking amazing, next level shit out their area. Mad respect 💯

[@ht7500]

Man this was wholesome af!

[@Ghostyfrost9688]

Nice to see people taking steps to better their community

[@matthewsmiley3630]

Love people like the guy with the urban farm. It gives people and children something to do to stay out of trouble, and makes the “hood” look nicer

[@KuttMannEntertainment]

I am not gonna lie whoever you interviewed in this category man this is the most perfect stuff I ever seen in my life please keep up the good work, Tommy G

[@trevindavis3020]

Yessir been asking for this

[@Victor_Razkn]

Crystal lake!!! Bro I’m right by it you should do something here in Rockford IL would be cool to see it on KZbin 🎉

[@Alien_Nukes]

12:00 he didn't say Viceway , he said Wise Way , grocery store that used to be in Merrillville Indiana which borders Gary. It was considered the best grocery store in the whole county. Large and huge variety. I used to live in Gary and remember going there

[@difflerwiggins5841]

I Used To Go To Wise Way With My Granny All The Time Back Ina Early 2000s

[@Alien_Nukes]

@@difflerwiggins5841 same around the same time id go. I think it changed to Pay Low or something like that . But I moved back to Chicago so I'm not sure if there's still a store there

[@difflerwiggins5841]

@@Alien_Nukes Its A Stracks Now I Think

[@Alien_Nukes]

@@difflerwiggins5841 ok thanks

[@jamespeterson4007]

I bet you guys don’t remember when there was a Wise Way on 5th avenue and Bridge street. It was caddy corner the fire station long before the two gas stations were built there. That store burned down back in the late 70’s, between 1977 and 1979

[@cr4xz_]

Finally seeing some love shown to my home state, love the work Tommy

[@Dolocj574]

Fr 🫶🏼🤙🏼

[@zacharyklaserner542]

Best video you have ...love how they trying to do something positive....if everyone would do a little noone would have to do a lot....Tommy g come to Anderson Indiana sometime ...

[@R.A.D.G59]

Damn you in Indiana and I didn’t know really hope to meet you someday. Been with you since the Uber videos!

[@aphysique]

Luv what they are doing up at dat church!! Blessing's n Prayers!!🙏🏻

[@brutallyhonestfrank5542]

A Filmmaking Critique for Tommy G, 1. You introduced a playful story of a gangster ghost town, but narrated it with a very honest, realistic depiction and tone. Giving the viewer a confident perception of the video and what to expect. 2. You introduced three hoodlums with minimal introduction and lots of dialogue showing natural, purposeless conversation and behavior. Continuing to depict the negative environment through interviews or encounters with the police. At this point youve built your world and the Mysterious Protagonist (You) and his consistent fun loving side characters slowly unrevealing their substance/relatability (SOB). I love this because I didn't expect the upcoming twists you experienced to collapse my assumptions. 3. Slowly giving the spot light to positivity by introducing the church members and their garden. Only soon after giving the audience a HUGE unexpected reward with the unknown bystander *doubting the rapper*-- adding to the dialogue with suspicion introducing suspicion to the viewers perspective. Until the SOB member spits the craziest cinematic beautiful song to rap and completely shifts the viewers awareness. I loved this scene. 4. The knockout for satisfaction is the moment you introduced the woman who tells their story better than a Beast Philantropy video, and I love Dan! You crushed the level of story and plot points, your editor crushed the pacing and shot selection. Im rooting for you.

[@mittenslopez]

freshman film class lol

[@britwit2335]

I live an hour away from Gary, My grandpa is actually from there. A lot of people around me wont step even a foot in the area... Ive been through it and its hella sketchy but beautiful.

[@Terpnchill]

Definitely my favorite video yet, and I’m from saint louis !

[@adan4797]

As a Hoosier who lives 10 minutes away from Gary, I approve of this video

[@ElephantManPodcastNetwork]

Yes Where at in Indiana?

[@soft.jungle]

Wow, once again, outstanding journalism from Big Dawg. Culture, well-being, and community are so intricately important for our society. You can see in the beginning how the abandoned church used to be a joint staple for the community, and once it was abandoned, it left a gap in that community. We can see how powerful these institutions are for the community, in the community garden supported by faith community members & volunteers. Job opportunities, hope, and healing sprout from these institutions and give us hope for what our cities could be, not just in Gary but nationwide.