Homeless in Beverly Hills Los Angeles California

[@samryon3615]

I was homeless for 5 yrs, because of my alcoholism. While i was out there i had all kinds of excuses, my mom was a drunk, parents were both abusive, i suffered severe abuse as a child and as adult, i had a litany of excuses. One day shit happened(long story short), i decided i wanted a better life for me and my doggie. I got off my ass, quit the drinking, quit the excuses and today i have been sober and off the streets for 5 + years with my sweet doggie. I wake up everyday and make a gratitude list, it is pages long each day as i will never forget what ots like to have nothing and today i have so much. Hope this guy gets with God and gets his life in order, it isnt easy, and it doesnt happen over night but it can be done.

[@luckyman9903]

Happy to read this.

[@skellingtonmeteoryballoon]

Yes and amen

[@samryon3615]

@@LuckysMotorcycles thank you. I used to be ashamed of my story..but i have come to believe i need to share it. Maybe someone that is down can read it and see that no matter how far down u go...u can get right and have a beautiful life.

[@sparky42]

I was going to say exactly what you said . I too was raised like this homeless guy and when I got out of the military I was homeless too for a while and living on the streets of Sacramento . 13 years later I was building a brand new home with a wonderful wife and family ! Don't tell me it can't be done ........................ get off your ass

[@trafficjam.]

so true, deal with that family of origin pain and then let it go! he’s a grown man now, and letting the past keep him homeless and who knows what else! 😉

[@jsm67]

I was shocked when he said he was 29 years old. Looks like he’s in his late 40s.

[@Camille_Anderson]

poor guy. life must be so hard in the streets.. he comes across as quite articulate & i really hope he gets back on track sometime.

[@phoebepaulina6862]

Same

[@ramonruizgiono3873]

Actually I believe that he lied to us about his own age! possibly in a little hope that maybe that could help him a little bit more just in case that someone could give him a little job or something like that! Just as he lied to us also on telling us that he didn't know that "Beverly Hills" was a rich zone! Come on! Could somebody actually believe him that lie? But that's also very understandable and it all even makes perfect sense when he says that: "everything happens because of something! and for a reason"! .... because he obviously knows very well that in order to get something or anything in your life you always have to be in the right place at the right time! somehow, somewhere and anywhere! and the right age might help a lot on that too!

[@EmperorNerox]

65 at least. No way he's 29

[@tinypuff5217]

@@ramonruizgiono3873 Yep. When people say they are 29, it usually means that they are in their mid to late 30s etc. People do this all the time on online dating.

[@maryc4804]

Bad things happen to good people. I came from disfunction, abuse, homelessness etc... eventually had a beautiful son and graduated from a top Canadian university. Yes, people tried to help. But, at the end of the day nobody saved me, I had to make hard decisions. By the grace of God I pulled through.

[@DukeGMOLOL]

!!!!! Bravo.

[@homotopf9461]

100% on point. But as you said, you did it, "god" had nothing to do with this.

[@homotopf9461]

@@thisismyaltaccount85 *cringe* ps dont forget to put your teeth under the pillow for the tooth fairy, it is actually really funny that a guy that believes in fiction tells me I should get help *cringe*

[@homotopf9461]

@@thisismyaltaccount85 funny how you try to make me look bad, get a life kiddo

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@msminicooper2010]

I appreciate the respect you treated him with.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@justinh3585]

@@Budesolar_1 yeah something just wasent exactly right here, you can tell just by the way he skirts around certain questions.

[@cbradioghosttalk1986]

I wanted to point out that you are an outstanding interviewer and Journalist. I think we all see a future in your style and ability to talk with folks. Thank you for your work and the use of your abilities.

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@amascia8327]

👍🏼

[@charlescharge3301]

@@germaninvenice why don't you make a video of how middle east refugees are making GERMANY a 💩💩hole country

[@americanamusica13]

I don’t intend to sound mean ..but I completely disagree. “What is your name?” And “where are you originally from?” are the basics to understanding someone. This guy exploits the homeless for personal gain.

[@MrArtconnection]

@@charlescharge3301 What do you know about middle east refugees in Germany?

[@MilkIsL3git]

"I have two families, and to each family I belong to the other" Hits hard

[@fisherofmentn]

Yes that did, my heart hurt for him so bad when he said that, I hope someone will bless this man and Help him that has plenty of money and time, God be with him and send him an angel please..

[@chrisperry6901]

Hits only a believer of bunk hard. The rest of us know when we're being buffaloed.

[@MilkIsL3git]

@@chrisperry6901 I'm not saying it hits hard cause I believe him. It is because the statement is personally relatable

[@chrisperry6901]

@@MilkIsL3git well that's sad. Wish you the best with that. It's not fair to you as a family member.

[@vadermasktruth]

God bless him!

[@ziggy2shus624]

I like how GIV allows the people to talk. Most "professional" interviewers want to be the star and control everything.

[@vogelvogeltje]

Uhhh, soft white underbelly isn’t the star of the show.... he’s the real deal...

[@CharlesLangSamuel]

Yeah just bypass the big media, which is by its nature unavoidably didactic and condescending, and pretentious. They puff themselves up acting as though they have a responsibility to society to report in a certain way, but they’re just paid faces.

[@Bufekana]

Agree👍

[@eddiebenzz]

Yah …. Can’t stand “ controllers “

[@jeffdavis7376]

Yeah exactly Daze with Jordan the Lion is one of them

[@honestsupplementsreviews2984]

As soon as he said “I don’t think it’s me” the video was over. He’s just “waiting for someone to help”, I feel for him as another human but man no ones coming. No one is going to show up one day and do it for you. Step one, work on looking presentable, step two get a crap job. Step three show up everyday. If you can do that, look for a better job. Keep going after that. Stay away from negative people, and do you.

[@freezo244]

You make it sound simple, but I think you’re right. I know it’s easier to talk about it than to actually do it, and some are not able to follow your advice, but this guy seems like he could take those steps to get out if he wanted to.

[@timlombardini3556]

Agree with you. It's the common attitude among young adults today who aren't working.

[@virgorose87]

I agree with you. Sure he needs ppl to help but in the meantime he has to do as much as he can to help him so as well. He can go get clean clothes at a shelter for one.

[@MonoahMono]

I felt the same way, some of us feel that help is gonna fall from the sky, hey it might, but most likely not. You gotta go out there and be the change you want.

[@this_boy-gent_is_a_roy-den2660]

I think it's time for all of you to put your crack & meth pipes away, come back to reality and face it head on without the self-righteousness.

[@okami4683]

"I don't think it has anything to do with me." You can't change others, you can't change the world, you can only change you. It has everything to do with you.

[@paulsawczyc5019]

Yeah, but don't forget that some people are born with severe physical or mental defects.

[@chompnormski]

That’s racist!!!!!! Just kidding

[@blancavelasquez9859]

@@paulsawczyc5019 of course and we also have a safety net for those people as well it’s just we haven’t kept up the system for the 21st century so we do have ways just not effective ones

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@jrthetravelingsalesman6357]

Exactly

[@markshumate6950]

Happy Birthday German in Venice. I hope you have a great day.

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@DreamQueenScream]

Happy birthday man, I love your content and your positivity. Thank you for making awesome videos sir ❤️

[@Textras]

Happy Birthday 🎂

[@jlenocar-garage8721]

Just you stopping and talking to him you are helping him out.i feel he just needed a reminder that their is still good people that care God will reward and bless both of you thank you very motivating for me

[@victorburd7316]

he should volunteer to his time to a food shelter or mission ,i did it and those people helped me out with a hand up. i now have full time work and a roof over my head thanks to those connections.

[@yulyasevelova769]

Good ideas, Victor. Does this guy have an income at all ?

[@crateofthebrain951]

The police and the city of Beverly Hills NEEDS to get this man some shelter ASAP he’s very bright and I’m sure a roof over his head, a car & a job would put him on the right track but it’s hard to even get one of those resources alone when you are homeless.

[@nervousordo]

He doesn't want help. He has a lot of excuses but no will power to do anything about it.

[@Jimmy-sb3fc]

@@nervousordo Yes, at one point he said, "It has absolutely nothing to do with me",. and all of the "Inexplicable" things that happened to him. He's blaming everyone but himself, when he really needs to look inward.

[@JohnDoe-mt7ws]

He does not seem very "bright". Went to one of the most expensive neighborhood with no job looking for a home.

[@writerstemple3609]

How about you putting up some money for the homeless. They sure can talk. If they worked as hard as they flap their mouths they could pay their own way and not suck energy off of others. GROW UP.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@CoalWarning]

Great interview! Thank you for giving this man a voice and letting him tell his story.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@vizbuck]

The man with his T-shirt on the wrong way is correct. Stay away from negative people. Another KZbinr gave me that advice, and I've been following it ever since.

[@canadianwolverine2447]

Lord father up above, please help this homeless man. He seems to be very intelligent and articulate. There's gotta be more for him, he's suffered long. If you happen to see this BLESSINGS UPON YOU BROTHER FROM THE HEART.

[@christiantaylor6867]

AMEN!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@dmimcg]

Yes praying to the invisible man in the sky will help. rofl.

[@koffinkat666]

I pray to Santa Claus, Pray to the Jolly fellow up north for he is about as real as all Gods

[@JesusLovesYouSoMuch1]

AMEN!

[@koffinkat666]

@@JesusLovesYouSoMuch1 Santa Maria just as real as Santa Claus

[@mollynakamori]

Andrew seems like the sweetest guy. I really hope things get better for him soon. :(

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@2INTUATIVE]

Watching from Canada...homeless epidemic is everywhere. Sad reality that most communities want to ignore. Good for you for bringing it to the forefront. I pray this guy finds his opportunity.

[@WayneTwitch]

Its a drug issue that's why here in America its so bad so many drugs

[@SaroShow]

Canada homeless is increasing too? I live in italy

[@admiralsemmes6939]

@@SaroShow how is the homeless situation in Italy?

[@jpsmith9452]

No one has to bring it to the forefront. We see it on our streets. Along with their trash, needles and feces.

[@2INTUATIVE]

@@SaroShow , yes. Places in Ontario and B.C. its become quite noticeable. More shelter's and low income housing is slowing appearing too. Some of that is due to the drug epidemic and high rent costs. Those who can afford a vehicle are adopting van life/nomad life verses paying high rent.

[@julianuk3266]

The British did a documentary once, where they allowed a homeless person to find a briefcase of $150k cash to see if it would give them the stepping stone to get out of the situation they're at. Unfortunately the first thing they did was hit the bar, buy everyone a drink, celebrate every night for a few months, before ending back up on the streets. He talked a good talk too.

[@ChaChaGigi]

Yeh, I saw that, too. How sad, talk about regret!

[@julianuk3266]

@ I wish i could find it myself. It was a good few yrs ago. Maybe even 10-15yrs ago. He DID get into an apartment, for the few months. Kept saying how he was going to sort his life out. They often have very interesting stories, and many are actually charismatic, and IMHO could make a career in sales. They often seem to share the same personality traits. Whenever i get into a conversation with one, its very much like the above in the video. They're fairly interesting, except they just can't sort life out. In this particular study documentary, they didn't even want him to know it was a setup.. They allowed him to find the briefcase.... The crew kept following him, which unfortunately was mostly to the bar. He was a generous in that he kept buying everyone drinks. But before you knew it, he was back living under an underpass and right back to square one.

[@julianuk3266]

@ actually i found it.. here you go en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reversal_of_Fortune_(2005_film)

[@ct1216]

That was staged I suppose

[@rockvision_tv]

The rule is what ever your situation one is in when they get a large chunk of money it will be magnified a 100 times. The reason why 80% of lottery winners are broke with 24 months.

[@doctoribanez]

He should start a KZbin channel with his phone. Just daily life.

[@queenmoreau2098]

Yeah. This man makes money filming them, when these homeless people can film themselves and document their own lives and the lives of their fellow homeless people. They should benefit off their own situation. I'm not saying German in Venice is purposely exploiting them and their situation for money, but it also feels like that's what's been anyway cause he does make money just saying, "look at these homeless people and their camps." The homeless people themselves can do that and make that money.

[@DumpsterMike1]

Can't hurt

[@Yontess]

Always excited to watch a new GIV video, you have such great vibes. Congratulations on reaching 100k subs, I knew you could do it.

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@moviemania1137]

@Shashwat mishra $5-7hr? Are you stupid or what? Minimum wage in California is $12hr. Most places like Amazon, FedEx, will start you at $15hr. 50 hrs a week is almost $800 a week. Amazon has a national $15 start pay. Even with millions out of work, they still can't find enough worker's. I wonder why?? I know its expensive in Cali, but I know 3 people making it on $15hr. Their secret is that they hussle and live BENEATH their means. (Driving 200k mile junky car) They don't have $800 smart phones, or drink $6 Starbucks coffee. 😏

[@marcet1491]

I work in Beverly Hills. If they see homeless people hanging out by the park. You don’t last a day. You get kicked out.

[@stevev2026]

He been there a year

[@markcraven8386]

A year my ass.

[@mantan9400]

Let's face it, the people of Beverly Hills do NOT care about the Homeless. It's time for the Beverly Hills folks to create a safe spot in Beverly Hills for the homeless. Beverly Hills people can show the world how to do it right.

[@Blackowl44]

@@mantan9400 a lot of evil people live in those homes

[@stillnotwoke]

That's why he stays on the other side of the sign...

[@Indianinthemachine]

Two heartful brothers having a chat, blessings to you and all.

[@ravok23]

I wish this man the best. He is very well spoken, intelligent, and plenty capable.

[@josephcallahan4168]

Happy Birthday, Mike! You are good at conversing with people.

[@Antonio-RC]

Thank you, for telling him to not just sit and wait for opportunity to come on nocking but, to go out and continue seeking it, however it didn’t work on him.

[@rjthomasindyusa]

It always goes back to your childhood, the way you were raised and the relationship that you have with your parents.

[@MyCheriAnolani]

If you can't count on either parent to feel safe and heard, I would think I wouldn't matter and unfortunately have a hard time to believe in myself and than how could it be possible to literally "have" self worth? Aghhhh💔I am so fortunate, so why am I crying?

[@queenmoreau2098]

Some people never get over childhood trauma. I hate that not every child is born into a safe and loving family. Some children have lived harder lives in their first 5 years on this earth than other people have in their whole lifetimes. I wish all children were safe, cared for, and protected.

[@Capuchinho987]

Not every time having an unfortunate life is to be blamed on the person. If you were not loved a cared as a child you might not be able to do many social things.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@Golf7gti]

Happy Birthday from Germany to German in Venice :-)

[@germaninvenice]

Danke

[@primordialmeow7249]

This guy was BSing you, but you were so gracious and advocating for him exactly where he is. Good job GIV. ❤

[@Saphire_Throated_Carpenter_Ant]

lol never heard of Beverly Hills in his life, had no idea it was a ritzy area...

[@paulsawczyc5019]

Who doesn't BS? I'm pretty sure the pope does.

[@bananapop4176]

I was homeless at 19 living in California. Now I’m married with a baby on the way, in college pursuing my Math/computer science degree. Being homeless was the best thing to ever happen to me, it made me value a dollar, I’m taking my degree and heading into the finance sector because I’ve grown an obsession about money and how it works and multiplies. I still keep track of every cent down to the penny, and am always looking for ways to minimize my debts and expenses. I’m 24 now. Anything is possible with WILL.

[@crazyirish__2171]

Gods bless you and your new family. You will make a great parent.

[@Andre.felipe84]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jeffdavis7376]

👏👏👏👏👏 Congratulations!

[@Budesolar_1]

So, let's all become homeless! Then we can all be as smart as you BananaPop!! How many people did you rip off while on your educational homeless adventure? Please tell us how you did it. Oh, you were honest and true. Right? Maybe/possibly your baby will be smarter than you? But somehow I doubt it.

[@parislove616]

Let’s not blame EVERYTHING on the “pandemic”, some need SELF ACCOUNTABILITY Hope you had a Great Birthday GIV! 🥳

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

I like this guy, he seems like a good person

[@caesarsigala]

He will be waiting forever if he waits on someone. He's suppose to save himself first.

[@richardscathouse]

Exactly

[@richardscathouse]

@Sunny Days Damn few ever get it.

[@DukeGMOLOL]

@Sunny Days You don't get help by waiting for it Sunny, you start rowing the boat first.

[@caesarsigala]

@Sunny Days Yeah but he claims he's smart and he studies philosophy but he just sits there. He's gotta move and ask around and seek. People do help when you ask. Not everybody but if he asked for some assistance, good people will provide shelters, food assistance etc. You gotta push not just be a lame duck.

[@samanthamichelle2094]

VIC is a human angel

[@SoCalCubanGrrl]

omg this video has upset me so much.. why is he waiting for someone ELSE to realize his potential!!?? the beauty of america is realizing your OWN potential and having the guts to go for it! we all have shitty circumstances. come on.. we're not this weak. this is a good guy, i feel him on the soul searching and philosophical/esoteric vibe.. but come on. self-reliance. forge your own path. teach your kids things that don't get taught in school, love on them. raise them to feel secure. teach them to stand their ground. what happened to accountability! this guy blamed EVERYTHING on others. no one is addressing that. he's an autonomous adult who can make his own decisions and path now, life doesn't have time for mommy and papa issues. we have to pick up ourselves by the boot straps. this is what america is all about! i'm so tired of these excuses from everyone. demand better public educations so kids can get classes on building generational wealth. teach more entrepreneurial.. teach kids things of VALUE.. and love on them. this guy got a bum deal in like, but come on . i'm tired of "hopefuls" being a drain on LA's non-existent resources. people come here to travel or camp out or XYZ because they either get sent here by bus, they like the weather, or because our benefits program reward people to come. this is not fiscally sustainable nor humane. i worked on 6th street and there was a homeless person dead for a few days. and no one knew. i was like.. this smells BAD. no one cared or listened or responded to me. right outside a restaurant, too. and this was before the virus. turns out, someone was laying dead.. in a tent.. for who knows how long. you can literally DIE on the streets of LA.. and no one would notice. unbelievable

[@TRU3-LOV3]

WOW

[@KS-wt9gj]

Try 3 a DAY now in Los Angeles. Each DAY now. (Feb.2021)

[@TRU3-LOV3]

@@KS-wt9gj what???!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TRU3-LOV3]

@@KS-wt9gj all bad. Has the potential of becoming another another level of disaster!!

[@fuzzlenutberry]

He is partially right. Getting a job or gaining success is not solely up to ones self, someone else must be willing to hire or buy what your selling. A sad truth people with communication difficulties understand all too well.

[@marinabistika4816]

something strange is going on with this man... he doesn t know what Beverly Hills is BUT he knows about actors singers etc in California and that he is photogenic!!! also did you notice how he never said where he is from? hope i m wrong...

[@duane_313]

I think he's lying. About his age, how long he's been there, not knowing what Beverly Hills is,etc.

[@thecampverdekid806]

He’s a walking contradiction

[@ahmedhassan129]

Did you really want to know the intelligence agency he’s working for?.

[@jayg5391]

I think he’s just mad about his situation. That’s normal. lol.

[@jquest43]

@@ahmedhassan129 mossad

[@alexmadl1378]

I was homeless. I figured out that I'm a dummy, then took a job as a telemarketer. I showered with hoses in random back yards at dawn. Who looks in their back yard at dawn? Now I own a luxury car, and a home. Well, the bank owns them, but I'm making payments. He thinks hes a 10. I did too. I'm more like a 4. He needs to lower himself to succeed.

[@caergruant5574]

Yeah he needs to take his own responsibility sounds like his excuse is everyone else

[@alexmadl1378]

Ghostdancer... looks like he's had a nice long break. Time to find work.

[@alexmadl1378]

@ghostdancing nope. He's had a nice LONG break. Time to swallow whatever pride he has left and take a job.

[@alexmadl1378]

@ghostdancing plus I'm pretty sure that telling my story of going from homeless to success is not ego tripping. It shows it's possible if you're willing to work.

[@alexmadl1378]

@ghostdancing betting you're a bleeding heart Democrat. Good for you. Shame on me for thinking people should set reasonable goals, and try to achieve them. I guess I'm just evil. Do you have a job? Or are you waiting for a book deal?

[@jakejones6056]

Happy B-DAY and cheers from Hong Kong. Love your show, German in Venice!

[@Vashti0825]

You are such a warm hearted guy. My hats off to you for taking the time with this fellow. I think he likes it there and really enjoyed your company.

[@tiffxo1368]

He says he doesn't know what Beverly Hills stans for and that he lives under a rock ,then talks about having so much knowledge and staying away from unsuccessful people. He knows exactly what he's doing there lol

[@nancymosby7369]

Spot on !!!!!!!

[@tulabutt]

@@nancymosby7369 yeah I rolled my eyes at that, too. especially when he blamed covid for not having a job, yeah THAT'S the reason dude...

[@Tony.Technics.1200s]

Exactly, never mind if we were to ignore everything from the media about that sign alone, and let’s say that he was living under a rock, but the guy hasn’t wondered why every third car that passes buy is worth at least $100,00? Plus I am surprised that he’s been allowed be there for a year without anyone in the neighborhood complaining, much less the cops just wanting to know who he is. People called the cops on me twice from my neighborhood of 17 years, once as I was walking my dog at night, and the second time I was tracking The International Space Station from my own backyard hill. Yet this guy sleeping just off the sidewalk ( and near a school zone no less) without any police interaction, ether he’s lying, or that’s becoming a $hit neighborhood. I’ll say it again, I’m all for helping the homeless, but I don’t want homeless people settling up camp in my neighborhood, especially since I have a young daughter who insists on going out on jogs at all random hours, but ya, he definitely knows why he’s camped in front of that sign, I’m just surprised that the neighbors, ( never mind the cops) have no problems with him being there.

[@BillBondsHasAPosse]

Exactly

[@saipan4208]

Exactly 😂

[@Ra1276]

They look crazy and dangerous. But he's just down and out in Beverly Hills

[@dragonmartijn]

I am grazy and dangerous and I don't look at all like this friendly civilized Andrew.

[@ututheavenger]

great movie for homeless to emulate to get out of their situation

[@SA-hz1rs]

Hes not in tte city limits

[@taoist32]

The other comments didn’t get your reference, but I did.

[@charleychansays1723]

Sounds, like a movie and screenplay in the making. Matt damon and ben Affleck should be all over this fine upstanding Beverly Hillser,, cept ben ain't looking so hot lately, maybe they can be co-defendants. LoL👍😁🙊

[@tinap.4285]

I credit you, Mike, for your interviewing skills, how well you get along with others, and your advice to the homeless. You are a natural! Thank you for another interesting video! Happy Birthday, Mike!! Welcome to 53!!

[@Modestmillionaire]

Its crazy how you can talk to a guy like this where at face value, seems perfectly reasonable and normal but has managed to wear out their welcome with not one but both sides of his family to the point of living on the streets. He reminds me a lot of my younger brother.

[@Modestmillionaire]

@Cookie Food it doesn't have to be.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@noidreculse8906]

Someone who cares will see this. This is an excellent interview, your ability to chat with everyone is a gift. Keep putting it out there 👍🏻

[@issaquahjeans5934]

Good to hear Andrews voice. God bless him

[@happymama2793]

My brother died on the streets of Cali in 2018. He was on the spectrum and had ear issues made worse in high altitudes. His 'parents' put him on a one way there with little to no money. My heart goes out to all those who are without homes and struggling.

[@grondinehamelin]

Condolences on the loss of your brother.

[@cindyland6273]

Why didnt u help your brother?

[@user-yk3sn9xd7m]

Great interview GIV!! Congrats on over 100,000 subs. Next step 1,000,000!!!

[@brothertoughlove]

Great interview but I think Andrew has to look forward to the future and not his past. God bless ✌🏿

[@andrewthomas8737]

Tough words but true. God bless him. 🇦🇺🙏

[@YA-qj8fx]

I was thinking the same thing. He's letting his family history hold him back. Its not easy to let it go, but you must if you want to move forward. He's got to forgive them all and decide he's now in control.

[@mistycarrow9340]

I absolutely see and understand this guy,,,I pray for him and his well being. Hes a great person and survivor. 🌎🤗🤴

[@mscleary781]

I was pretty skeptical of this channel but GIV has won me over. Thank you for addressing this issue and treating these folks compassionately

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@badchoices3761]

🥳 Happy 53’rd Birthday! I celebrated my 53’rd on the 13th. Super enjoy your style of videos. Keep up the good work. 👍👍

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@phantomarchitech]

i hope this guy finds what he needs he's a genuine good guy! i'm sending positive energy his way!

[@Budesolar_1]

send you energy DA! Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

Yeh, that’ll help…phhht.

[@ewolf4189]

Please someone from LA help this smart guy his place is not in the streets.. Happy birthday German in Venice and congrats for 100k!

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@taoist32]

He is smart, but not doing anything about his situation. Just knowing what to do is not the same as doing it. Sounds like he doesn’t want to work for his goals.

[@kimsinclair9100]

Good job, German in Venice, trying to get him to take responsibility for his life. Some just don’t want to and there’s nothing anyone can do about it.

[@morenabonita8834]

His level faith / confidence/ hope is on a level unexplainable. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👍🏽

[@francescapowell1538]

This guy is so sweet, I really wish him safety and all the best in life. He’s a beautiful soul.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@DCwonderchronic]

And we have to stop blaming our parents as adults hes 29 at some point your trauma from childhood or your upbringing cannot be your number one excuse for failure, I feel like I could be just like him hes perfectly normal but he said his parents don't claim him but bro you are a healthy still-young man you could turn this all around in days!!

[@bobsaget675]

Sounds easy on paper, but if I had to guess this guy probably has a felony for drugs or other non violent crime. Felon = no job even if you have a college degree. USA tearing itself down from inside out disqualifying millions from work over petty crimes. Minorities and poor see the worst of it.

[@kevinpruessner7010]

Well put. I have seen people pull themselves up and make a good life for them and their family. Free your mind and your ass will follow

[@MonoahMono]

I think you’re absolutely right, resolving your childhood parent issues or general issues is key. But at the same time, sometimes parents are toxic and you won’t even realize it till it’s too late.

[@taoist32]

@@MonoahMono He’s 29 and sounds pretty aware of himself, but he’s blaming his parents. If he went to a shelter he could easily get help. He could be a teacher since he enjoys learning.

[@MonoahMono]

@@taoist32 I personally don’t even buy that story, but the moral is to help yourself first. God helps those who help themselves as they say.

[@johntirado-glover3574]

This was an awesome, and interesting interview. Homeless in Beverly Hills, in America that is mind blowing. Wishing him the best. Thanks for giving this individual a voice.

[@bobcaygeon975]

You can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets. - Arnold Schwarzenegger

[@goshu7009]

Define Success, because having big house, big car and tons of cash in the bank is not a success, but regress to your soul.

[@bobcaygeon975]

​@@goshu7009 Money doesn’t buy happiness.” Uh, do you live in America? ‘Cause it buys a WaveRunner. Have you ever seen a sad person on a WaveRunner? Have you? Seriously, have you? Try to frown on a WaveRunner. You can’t! - Danny Tosh.

[@goshu7009]

@@bobcaygeon975 Money buy happiness only for 12 years old children.

[@goshu7009]

@George Clooney Wow... my comment was deleted when i explained why ... i guss KZbin do not like White Christians. Anyway.... I am White and i am Christian and thats a fact. If you dont like the facts - you live in Truman show.

[@goshu7009]

@George Clooney kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXi7qX6vfLWpers

[@jimneedham5031]

All those hundreds of people who drove by BUT you stopped and talked to him. Thank you.

[@phantomshadow3660]

Amen bro ,thank you sir been on streets for a while

[@phantomshadow3660]

Need more people like you that care

[@barbaranew8637]

I will help that HOMELESS MAN. ~ LOVIN' you bro

[@DriftaBeatz]

He needs to clean up his image. Then figure out how to get a car so he can deliver food. At least then he'll be living in a car and be cleaned up for the next opportunity.

[@rossmiles7169]

He needs some Makeup & Hair Extensions. ..

[@williamcharles8628]

@@rossmiles7169 hair replacement, like a swiss lace unit,extensions won't help, lol

[@williamcharles8628]

@ I used to live in California, there is a outreach center called chrysalis that helps with job placement. I used to go there they were very helpful

[@lesleyhubble2976]

@@rossmiles7169 😂 I feel cruel

[@donnamaco1]

We are such a superficially driven culture. What is going on internally can not be fixed with a shower and a shirt. It would be a good idea but this man has issues that the common Joe is unable to recognize. A well trained and well educated sociologist would hear this man's problems loud and clear.

[@retiremephilippines3552]

He is waiting for himself.

[@jeffreybaier5312]

Sad but true, come back five years from now and he probably hasn't moved an inch.

[@chantaldesjardins7763]

I beleive the good will pull him out.He is young and went true a lot.They need a program of built tiny house and the governor should buy a land and spent developpment for all who want to change.He speak good i beleive he will make it.❤😊

[@huertafam9647]

Some people are just not hungry enough!!!! He wants someone to help him get to point A??? I don’t buy all that bullshit!!! Sorry but truth hurts!!

[@lperk5554]

What kind of help can you offer him? I understand you're hearing his story but it's exploitation in a bad way. Hopefully someone there will give him a hand up.

[@tomiller5694]

Often that's the case, that's why we call it being "Lost", so be the stronger person and go and help him, the best catalyst for getting someone to become encouraged and confident enough. To do so is kindness, why not be that "kind" of person?

[@heyhello5514]

GIV has a heart of gold. You can see it in every one of his videos ❤️

[@MichaelDTLA]

This is the best interview you have done. I pray for him.

[@bonzo]

Wow he's only 29 and not on drugs or drink, he must've had a rough life until now, I hope he gets everything he ever wants, seems like a very sound man 👍🏻

[@The-Loopy-Luke]

I don't think he is 29, perhaps he is in this situation because he is a good liar, just saying...

[@vickiladu6755]

I thought he was older actually

[@charleychansays1723]

@@The-Loopy-Luke thinking 46,47

[@The-Loopy-Luke]

@@charleychansays1723 I also don't buy that he didn't know about Beverly hills. Seriously? Just look at the expense cars that are passing buy you intellectually gifted philosopher. My intuition is screaming: snake, alert, snake, avoid at all cost.

[@ShroomFactory]

An unwanted child

[@johnconnor2402]

Great interview German! Would love to see this series continue.

[@BronzeCowboy]

CONGRATULATIONS on HITTING 100K SUBSCRIBERS! Heads up: you will need to take action to claim your KZbin Play Button Award yourself. I thought they would send it after I hit 100K but that was 150K ago... so I did some research and there is a procedure you have to go through to request a redemption code and then they will send it! Also, now that you hit 100K you can get verified and get a check mark validating your channel. You might already know all of this but if not... now you have it. Kepp up posting your great videos and I'll keep watching!

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks for letting me know I was not sure what to do I was trying to find out

[@RobertRafii]

@@germaninvenice I'm so proud of you. Here's to a million subscribers soon.

[@scuma50187]

Delete this comment so your not hacked much ❤️

[@captainobvious1252]

Thanks, I got my 100k play button ▶️

[@kregyung1041]

Who cares 👎

[@ZeroGravityLife]

Notice how evasive he was about where he was from? I'm sure he's got warrants.

[@jpsmith9452]

I live in LA and many of the homeless here are from other states. Even though many of my neighbors insist they’re from LA. Also, most are substance abusers and/or mentally ill.

[@dianecelento4974]

I noticed that too. Another State probably gave him money and put him on a bus. Now the homeless is mostly California's problem

[@charleychansays1723]

@@dianecelento4974 well kalifornia is the nation's problem. Enjoy your bankruptcy. ☠👽👽👽👽

[@almanook3005]

He wouldn't tell. He evaded the question.

[@kennethrussell3026]

Where you from? None of business right, so quit making up narratives in your pea brain.

[@GeorgeVreelandHill]

Beverly Hills has people who patrol the streets to make it safe for everyone. They offer the homeless help with resources and more. However, sadly, the homeless are still here. I have even seen them sleeping in the doorways of Rodeo Drive in the morning while on my way to work which is one block away. But the homeless population here is very small and it changes.

[@trowdytrav]

Seems like a good dude who just needs a chance. Hopefully a game development company in California gives him an opportunity

[@nicaxiv14jd]

He looks like a good character for GTA 5..

[@Sergatx]

yea you think they will take him over people who actually have a degree and formal training? its going to take a miracle. You cant just want something and hope you luck into it.

[@elizabeththomas6571]

He needs to go after it, they aren't gonna come to him. He says he gets cash benefits, use that to pay for a shower and was your clothes at a truck stop. If they have it in Az where you pay 10.00 for a shower....(as long as you want and you can wash your clothes) I would think that they have it in Cali.....do that and go looking for a job.

[@computron5824]

Travis, this grown man needs to stabilize his life first. He's not just going to get an opportunity at a company because we're all wishing he'd get one. I'm not sure about your life experiences, but all the people I know who got into game development worked on it for years because those are skill-based jobs. We need a level of realistic thinking to get people out of these terrible situations.

[@izang5800]

I agree. If someone gave him a studio apartment rent free with use of a $2000 car to get around and a job for 6 months i guarantee he would be back on the streets within 8 months

[@michaelkranz3403]

He’s blaming everything but him self. But waiting for someone to save him. Not a good out look

[@jmb1666]

Exactly! I encountered a homeless person when I lived in L.A. a long time ago. I was at a stoplight, had my sunroof open, and there was a guy holding a sign begging. I figured I would give him a buck if he just wiped something off my windshield, you know, EARN money like the rest of us....he said, "M'aam, I'm not equipped to do that", I said, Sorry, no $$$.... he then threw his drink into my sunroof. Nice. Fuck them lazy bastards....true homeless people don't beg.

[@jmb1666]

@@NewKZbinPg You sound angry. Perhaps learn the difference between 'your' and 'you're' (education is key) and you may be eligible to earn a decent wage and live a dignified life. You are probably describing yourself here, or a bum. I bought my house in 1995, and it is paid off. So you are wrong about that. I have zero credit card debt, and my car is paid off, although it is 7 years old. Some of us are just better at certain things like money management. But feel free to hate on us because you are a loser at life.

[@dianedillon7390]

Every once and a while people need a push up. I’m not homeless but could have been had I stayed in Cali because of COVID. Yes, I get what you are saying about blaming others, but you know how many rich people do that daily? He could use a boost. He seems intelligent and fairly solid.

[@barbklayman7429]

People like you have a cold heart Glad your parents must have loved you enough to value your life.because that is what it comes down to. God Bless this man who does have hope if the right help comes along. We live in a cruel world...............

[@jmb1666]

@BARRACUDA THE GREAT Typical response from a loser. You don't know anyone's story to accuse them of lying, having help, and not believing in God. There is no hope for you obviously. Sorry you failed at life, but hating on people won't improve your life. Good luck!

[@allthingselderly]

Happy Birthday German!

[@Mister-Reno]

wow 29. he easily looks 50+ I wondered why he kept mentioning his parents. it’s because he’s still a kid kinda.I pray you get through this brother while your still young 🙏🏾

[@gigip4417]

When I heard how old he said he is, I thought I heard it wrong.. I’m not sure if I’ll believe he is 29

[@ThickMolasses]

You look around 45 years old.

[@izang5800]

I believe that he is 29 because from my experience people dont usually overcome blaming their upbringing until they are 30+. He is just a kid even though he looks 40

[@Mister-Reno]

@@ThickMolasses you say i do. or he does ?

[@nealart]

I have a friend very much like this and while I appreciate his intelligent conversation on philosophy, it simply does not equal employment on any level whatsoever.

[@Vid_Master]

He needs to put time and effort in, not just time. I also watch a TON of education content on KZbin ... but I do it while I am working on other things with it playing in the background. That stuff is designed to be entertaining

[@lorettagreen6794]

@@Vid_Master There’s other mental health or cognitive disorders going on with this guy ... as do many people who were abused or neglected as a child. His thought processes and beliefs are totally magical and immature. Someone can be intellectually intelligent and totally lack the mental health or skills necessary to navigate contemporary society and interpersonal relationships. I’d say if that guy had the ability to not be sleeping on the side of road and didn’t have the ability to disassociate and tolerate those conditions ... he wouldn’t be sleeping on the side of the road.

[@josephinemorris9204]

@@lorettagreen6794 You sound to judgmental you make assumptions on a person you know little of. Be kinder of those you speak of because know one likes to be judged.

[@Itsaboutthewaterlife]

@@lorettagreen6794 Yeah. I would have to agree. Life is a bitch. You can't just give up.

[@Calferr]

Dude is sharp and he has a lot to offer to society.

[@Budesolar_1]

Homeless dude is a BS artist. A question was "where you from?" Answer???????????

[@phililpb]

@@Budesolar_1 Also claimed he did not know the significance of the Bevelly Hills sign then later goes on to claim he has tallent but they are not hiring because of covid. Some people are just waiting for a hand out rather than a hand up

[@archangelSanMiguel]

Hey German in Venice! Stay safe out there! Greetings from Texas! ❤️

[@fastjoecorrigan7426]

You mean Iceland?

[@alexcastillo1384]

@@fastjoecorrigan7426 jajajaj iceland !

[@alexcastillo1384]

Yeah bro is like 17 19 degrees and all the sudden is iceland last weekend we were -20 my materials inside my truck inside my garage got frozen thats iceland homie!!

[@archangelSanMiguel]

@Jaime Alvarez 🙏

[@archangelSanMiguel]

@@fastjoecorrigan7426 🥶❄️

[@ricbrunner3880]

It’s hard to change the victim mind set.

[@Deesan95]

💯

[@JL-hf6mr]

He is a victim

[@andrewfreeman88]

@@JL-hf6mr Doesn't matter, most people are victims of something..you just gotta get up and fight back 👊

[@jetillian]

@@andrewfreeman88 It's not always that easy when the deck is stacked against you at birth. It's all luck.

[@andrewfreeman88]

@@jetillian Wrong mindset..some of the greatest people were born in F'd up situations..it builds character and strength ie: Mike Tyson, Jeff Ross, Howard Schultz, Oprah, Chapelle and many more..

[@Hey_its_Koda]

Hes hiding something. Didnt want to say where he was from.

[@nureinherz]

but he said his parents moved around with him a lot when he was a kid, so it seems he doesn´t have roots in any place. Poor guy. But what I noticed is his left arm, is that damage of needle there, is he shooting drugs? Not sure

[@criolubrabu2970]

Some people just like being a bum no worries no problem

[@alexafiretv6367]

He’s a liar he just wants someone to pick him up for FREE

[@GLo1991]

@@ThreeAndSeven everybody likes to come up with their own narratives

[@nureinherz]

@@ThreeAndSeven true, noone can know another person from just that. We can only assume things, and that´s all it is. I think generally it´s important to try and look at others non-judgemental.

[@mandyhp]

Kind of feel for the guy, but talks a good talk but is full of it. As long as he's getting food stamps, some cash benefits, he's happy where he is. You'll find him ten years from in the same condition.

[@doggerproductions]

Puts a new twist on down and out in Beverley hills......great video my friend 👍🇬🇧❤

[@mattphillips9107]

Bless you for reporting this and making the homeless feel like someone is listening. My heart goes out to Andrew 💜 wishing all good things for this man! I was homeless 7 years ago, still get tough times as I have nobody to turn to but I have a life that brings good things. Every step of our lives is a lesson to learn.

[@Budesolar_1]

Can't speak for you but; This homeless dude is a BS artist a professional moocher. A reasonable question was asked of this fraud "where are you from?" Answer??????????? And you want to support this?

[@jerrystandecker9101]

I wonder what this dude did to the rest of his family to make them to leave him alone

[@YA-qj8fx]

Whatever the issues are, he needs to forgive and let go. It's weighing him down.

[@DHFlip18]

@@gwendyfrary1807 Maybe HE'S no longer living.

[@wally6615]

Having dealt with a lot of homeless people, they have a tremendous amount of guilt the longer they are on the streets, due to a feeling of failure and when they are reunified with their families, the families are always ecstatic to not just know there alive but hug them and tell them where missed and loved. Every time, never seen it go the other way.

[@TheCatD]

He may really have a sh^&y family, but he needs to get over it and get his life together.

[@smuirhead3107]

All kids need one parent to love them. One adult to look up to

[@imjustsayin6562]

Did he say he's been out there for 10 years (he's officially a bum) a bum, and that's why his family is done with him !

[@matthewporter5048]

A common theme in these interviews is how they blame everyone else but themselves. I'm sympathetic, but you can't just wait for things to magically happen.

[@PhaedraMidnight]

Good morning German in Venice,, thank you for sharing Andrew's story, sending best wishes for him. Happy Birthday my fellow Aquarian.

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@crystalclear6661]

I really hope he gets a break and gets a home and happiness x

[@JohnCLiveuk]

True

[@ofc.rollout7839]

Great interview Mike. This fella represents a large segment of our modern society. A lot of knowledge but no direction and lack of structure. Big Big subject there for sure. Need to start by training people for the life skils they have the apptiitudes for.

[@frank-gf5vh]

I encourage this homeless to start a KZbin channel, I’d be interested to hear their experiences.

[@johnackermann9146]

I like the fact you took the time to talk to this guy , It will get you views but it was a sweet thing to do . I can tell you came from a different place ~ most people don’t show compassion, You’re doing a great job.

[@bolsbolbol368]

Lowes, home depot's are hiring all over california. UPS, Fed Ex and Amazon hired a ton of people for the holiday season with signing bonuses even. Might not be the job to live it out with but he can get a job if he tried. Also he said he can sing and he has a phone. If you can sing and have a phone you can hustle immediately.

[@dianecelento4974]

@ He said he got food stamps and cash but said he didn't want to go to the shelter.

[@starchild1198]

Probably needs rehab first

[@gabrielsyt]

I could see him working at a grocery store stocking shelves or doing any tasks they need help with. He needs to get with it and make it happen.

[@danieldaniels7571]

@@dianecelento4974 shelters suck. I’d much rather lay around doing nothing under the Beverly Hills sign.

[@danieldaniels7571]

@erhan fatih most places only allow applications to be done online now days.

[@MzCatz]

Seems to blame everyone. Thinks someone will find & help him. Not him doing anything for himself.

[@branstark3557]

Look at the cost of LA , they dont care for their own citizens not to mention the homeless population...

[@rockon8174]

Communism. 😐

[@rockon8174]

@@sergedotcom 🙄

[@thriftymeg]

I got that from the video too. He is waiting for a prince to save him. He needs to save himself.

[@luhh_salo]

@@rockon8174 California isn’t a communist state bri😂

[@r0xjo0]

I want to live in Beverly Hills too. The problem is, that I am not entitled enough to take something I haven't earned, for free.

[@DukeGMOLOL]

Yep.

[@yulyasevelova769]

Beverly Hills is for celebrities, basically. I agree with one commenter, he needs to do some volunteer work,and make connections, because isolation can be dangerous. He could use a support group for abuse survivors as well. Many homeless people had to leave home too early because of a toxic family,and can't safely return to such people. Thing is, back in the 60's- 70's, you could leave home and do well quickly,if you got a job, found a cheap place, stay away from early marriage and children. Now, prices are insane and competition fierce.

[@m1kcan1]

You have to help yourself. My dad came here in the early 50’s from impoverished, war torn Europe. He speak English and took the worst and lowest paid jobs. He slept in barns and worked his way up to a hard construction job. He worked all week and most weekend and put his money real estate which he fixed up. When he passed away in the 90’s he had a nice home, family and was worth a few million. You need to want to work hard and not waste money on $5 lattes, booze, drugs, flashy cars or fashion.

[@DukeGMOLOL]

Great comment!!!

[@koffinkat666]

It was a different time entirely back then. This world will chew you up and shit you out now days, I worked my ass off for years and years and GOT NOWHERE! Hard work is for suckers if you don't get shit in return.

[@m1kcan1]

@koffinkat666, you’re trying to convince yourself. My best friends wife came here penniless 15 years ago from the Phillipines, scraped by a few years working while going to nursing school. She’s been working long hours and earning +$100k for years. Many of today’s youth work just long enough to pay rent, a PS5 and cell phone and Uber Eats.

[@DukeGMOLOL]

@@m1kcan1 Beautiful.

[@clwaschkowsky]

When your father came here in the 50's was there a pandemic going on?

[@joannamiller750]

This guy should do his own documentary on the homeless in CA and maybe he can make $$ on KZbin as well. He has a good outlook which is so wonderful for him!

[@emel8828]

I'm sure he can do that on his iPhone 12 with unlimited data and then edit it on his Macbook

[@joannamiller750]

@@emel8828 I know right? No one has any $$ but they all manage to get a cell phone and video games! Hahaha...!

[@ganonisking6609]

He's blaming everyone but himself. He's expecting someone to come bring him up but only he can do that

[@Morrocanprincess]

Sadly yes, he needs to work on his mindset.

[@berva]

Wow this guy actually might have something to offer. I hope someone in a position of power can change his life.

[@tinasan3870]

He and his Higher Power are the only ones who can change anything. No one "in a position of power" can change his life.

[@michaelpryor2981]

WE GIVE PEOPLE JOBS LIKE HIM EVERY DAY BUT THEY WILL NOT WORK FOR MORE THEN A FEW DAYS!!! THEN BACK ON THE STREETS AND EVERYONE SAYING HELP HIM....

[@berva]

@@tinasan3870 absolutely rubbish

[@scott762mm]

I'm so humble and blessed everything will just come to me someday.

[@derrick9635]

Dam ,an update would be great on this guy.not hooked on drugs ,he has great potential. Hes spot on about energy.

[@thisidahomomreports]

Agree 💯

[@piesandcakes8770]

This touched my soul and I prayed for him.. May God you wherever you may be..Thank you Amen✌😇