I Spent a Day in Manila's Poorest Slum

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The Philippines is my favorite country in the world and I have been here more than 75 times. There is truly nothing like the Filipino spirit, their unparalleled warmth, and genuine hospitality. However, beneath this beautiful exterior lies a reality that cannot be ignored: the severe poverty in Manila. With over 40% of the city's 23 million residents living in slums, the conditions they endure are among the most challenging in the world.
In this episode, I venture deep into the heart of Manila's largest and most impoverished slum called Tondo. Here, I discover a community living along a heavily polluted bay and directly beneath the constant bustle of a busy highway.
Despite the heart-wrenching circumstances, the individuals we encountered are nothing short of incredible. Their stories and resilience are both inspiring and humbling. Through this journey, I hope to shed light on the incredible strength of the Filipino people and offer a glimpse into their daily lives. Join me as we uncover the true spirit that makes Filipinos the most resilient people in the world
More to come soon from the Philippines - I would love to hear from you in the comments down below on this story.
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[@drewbinsky]

There are a lot of positive stories to share about the Philippines, which I’ve been doing since 2017 and will continue to do so because I love this country. But this one in specific is a story that I felt needed to be shared - thank you for watching and I look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments! 🙏🏼🇵🇭

[@manmywifi]

o yes dady

[@JOATMASTERofNo1]

Too bad politicians care about automobile exhaust more than cleaning the ocean, rivers, and land. It is much easier to start there in order for a better world. Clean mother Earth.❤ NOW do your part.

[@DCL2988]

​@@manmywifichill down dude

[@DCL2988]

Yeah because our people are kind to foreigners but when filipinos saw filipinos its the opposite

[@JorJarrod-mm7bc]

You still going with my sis around downtown

[@hilarym74]

The way that one man said "sorry for our place" broke my heart more :(

[@phoenix5054]

Yeah. Being hospitable is part of Filipino and most Asian cultures. If we feel we're not showing our guests the best, we feel bad about it.

[@StripeDeStripper]

😢😢

[@JasonRogerson-gs8jp]

I understand that, also a sense of pride in the country. Please do not feel sorrow. A person with real understanding will know the situation..real caring people don't judge

[@Crags63]

Yeah, that was tough to hear.

[@user-k4d-e59mo28oc]

@@phoenix5054 This is Pacific Island culture. Asians are usually suspicious of and indifferent toward strangers/outsiders.

[@brunovandamme86]

I'm Brazilian, I've never been to the Philippines. However,Watching videos like this, I became interested in people. So, I adopted a poor Filipino family and every 12th of the month, I send a fixed amount to help with food, school and clothing.

[@suzanadossantos6841]

Como posso adotar uma família??

[@Fernandolopez-tb6lp]

​@@suzanadossantos6841Could you do that in the same Brazil where there are many Brazilian children in extreme poverty🙃🙃

[@Fernandolopez-tb6lp]

😂Could you do that in the same Brazil where there are many Brazilian children in extreme poverty

[@d4tenshi]

@@Fernandolopez-tb6lpI actually help both my Brazilian and my Filipino friends out with money sometimes and it's SOOO much more expensive in Brazil, the Philippines has a much lower cost of living so it's easier to send her money than my Brazilian friend

[@GenGascon]

Woww thank you for doing that to filipino family ,when you visit Philippines make sure to accompany people who is trusted to roam around you safely. ❤❤

[@tokiepoke]

the kid who said “sorry for our place” helping you move rocks so you don’t get your shoes wet🥺🥺🥺 what lovely people. so many smart and wonderful people living there i can only hope for a bright future for them all

[@victorsanchez9978]

No como los norteamericanas

[@ToboeKey309]

Ill tell u one thing atleast the philippino kids have more manners than the black kids who live in the united states 😅

[@desotohybrid2175]

​@@ToboeKey309you ppl wish you lived in the United States...nobody cares about you 3rd world bums 😂

[@Lexington-Felix]

@@ToboeKey309 WOW🙏🙏🙏

[@helenitafranca2290]

Eles não terão um futuro brilhante vivendo nesta pobreza

[@ambermcstravick]

Philippines is my favourite country in the world, breaks my heart seeing so many beautiful souls living such a low quality of life when they're some of the most grateful people

[@elisat13-B]

Thanks!

[@ronberi7773]

Thank you!

[@kindakyeee]

Every time I start to feel bad about my life and struggles I come here and find the same people but 10x happier and vibrant. It’s crazy - the Philippines people are so so strong 🤌🏻🫶🏻

[@drewbinsky]

Yep ❤

[@iamkatsumi]

Thank you,your correct.

[@RelaxEntertainmentTV]

Lol you don't know anything. They are hiding that pain by giving you a fake smile.

[@AlbertMarasigan-ec1hj]

@@drewbinsky they should clean the dirty river in tondo Manila Philippines and then it will be talaga maganda naman.

[@D..S..]

I hate this take so much. These people are suffering. Their lives are torture. They are NOT 10x happier than people in the West, sorry.

[@theokofi]

I’ve been to the Philippines multiple times. Some of the most friendly and amazing people I’ve ever met. That country will forever have my heart and I can’t wait to go back and visit.

[@marizhel-wv8yx]

thank you 🥰

[@angelh3771]

Sammmme! I'm considering moving there!

[@klarajansen338]

Dann viel Spass

[@KarloSosa-dz9tj]

Thank you so much to appreciating my our country, salute for you bro❤.

[@jazzaroobabu1101]

While you were walking through what really stood out to me was despite the awful conditions was the kids were laughing and in good spirits. It really reminds me to be grateful for what I have.

[@mikedavidson9578]

American here who is currently in Phillipines! Your people are amazing and treat us so well! God bless you and your children and I hope things turn around!

[@dawngreene6145]

When one apologized for his home, and the driver at the end said he would fight for you 😢 heartbreaking. But the beautiful smiles and just hospitality of the ones who had little❤ If I had money I would send it all. Thank you Drew for you and your beautiful wife, for just being you and telling their story 💕💕💕💕

[@shinz7819]

Sorry for our place ma'am ☹️ i live in like that situation im filipino 14 year old boy

[@tonyacosta4783]

I loved. Philippines so much. I'm not rich immregukar working men. I'm sponsor two poor girls. College so if you can. Sponsor. One. Don't send money. Pay directly to school

[@NightmareRex6]

toobad dont know a way to hack the rothschilds 80 quadrillion dollar bank account.

[@johnbrenttravel]

Went to the Philippines a few years back. The people were the friendliest I've met out of the 60 countries I've been to so far. I stayed in Makati in Manila clueless that this place existed. 😢 Wishing them all safe times ahead.

[@lenseofanomad]

theres the problem, Makati, you should venture out!

[@drewbinsky]

❤❤❤

[@NewHorizon89]

Isn't Makati the most expensive place in PH to live? I had been to Cebu and other parts. They really are the friendliest people I've been in all countries I've been to. But seeing the kids living in poverty was hard to look at. Sometimes I wish I had the money mister beast had. Makes you feel powerless against a massive problem when you don't.

[@alesh2275]

@@NewHorizon89BGC is probably much more expensive than Makati now, but these 2 places are the poshest.

[@kathybrem880]

I’ve been there too. The people are wonderful

[@ប្រទេសកម្ពុជារបស់ខ្ញុំ]

I'm poor and from a poor country but I can't imagine living in a place like this. Love Filipino friends. 💪

[@harry76n]

This is just pure hell

[@someone.elsex94]

What a liar you don't love anyone

[@angelh3771]

I love the Philippines!! My cousin is half Filipino and we've visited many times. There's sum incredible poverty there but also some of the warmest kindest people, rich beautiful culture, incredible food, and the land is like paradise!!!!

[@stephanrast9044]

Das schlechteste Essen das ich je bekam. Unterstütze eine Familie. Hat aber keinen Sinn. Alles geht den Bach runter. Ein Fass ohne Boden. Und immer wieder sind die Frauen schwanger. Es wird grausig enden mit diesem Land.

[@Nelosteeve]

I feel down deep inside of me, people still smile without expressing so much pain they are facing in real life, they are just happy being alive. Credit! you nailed it. more videos like this would change the world.

[@Annette-b6v]

I lived in the Philippines for more than 3 years. The people there are amazing. Thank you for exposing their lives.

[@whenithappens001]

As a Filipino myself who lives in the province, I was never aware this is how extreme some of the situations in Tondo are. We were just told to not go there because it is dangerous. Being poor in the province mostly means one does not have a high-paying job but most families have farmlands, houses and a lot of "space and privacy". Sadly, many people from provinces venture out to go out to Manila to seek for jobs and sometimes end up being in slums when they cannot get one that pays enough for decent rent. I hope the government does something about giving more job opportunities to the provinces and lessen the wage gap between smaller cities/provinces and Metro Manila so that people won't need to crowd there.

[@boogermaiden]

I had the same expectation. Don't do it! It's oversaturated

[@cocoshi2306]

Very good explanation. Thank you

[@ruelleur9454]

This is a good comment with a balance information. The real problems with this filipinos are their poor mentality how to live a decent life. This way of life becomes a CULTURE AMONG FILIPINOS FROM PROVINCE. EVEN IF THE GOVERNMENT ARE DOING GOOD .THEY WILL DOING IT AGAIN AND AGAIN BECAUSE IT BECOMES A CULTURE AMONG PROVENCIANO. THEY HAVE LAND IN THEIR PROVINCE TO BE CULTIVATED BUT THEY CHOOSE THIS WAY OF LIFE TO LIVE IN MANILA.. CONCLUSION, THE ROOT OF THIS MISFURTUNE IS MENTAL DISPOSITION HOW TO DEAL WITH LIFE IN ITS PROPER WAY. WE DON'T NEED TO BLAME THE GOVERNMENT. THE REAL SOLUTION FOR THIS IS TO ALTER OUR PERSPECTIVES IN LIFE.

[@AB78]

This is very humbling. Gives me goosebumps watching. Puts things in perspective. I live in United States and next time I'm having a " rough day " I will take a moment and realize there are literally a lot of people out there that have it way worse and yet still have a smile and positive attitude. Maybe as Americans we should pause and not take everything we have for granted and just be thankful and be kind to one another. This is how I choose to live. I try to always stay humble.

[@VNSS520]

Lindo seu comentário. Faço das suas, as minhas palavras.

[@rosemaryrogers1478]

👍👍👍👍❤️

[@Opm0316]

Americans love to complain about every little thing. I’m a Filipino who migrated to the US and I kind of adopting the complaining culture. Complain about high car insurance, bad drivers, etc. Watching this video makes me feel ashamed for complaining. Next time I feel like life sucks, I better pause and be grateful coz we have so much to be thankful for. I wish someday, I can help a struggling family directly.

[@A______O]

توقف عن دعم إسرائيل، هذا أكبر شيء تقدمه للبشرية.

[@gudrunzwarg3619]

Nicht nur ihr Amerikaner,sondern auch wir Deutschen!

[@peterjamesmmbago4433]

The resilience of the Kabayan in trying times - inspiring, commendable but also heartbreaking - I feel for these people, love them xx

I was born in the Philippines, raised and adopted by german parents and everyday I feel so grateful and thankful for getting the chance to live and work in Germany. I searched for my family, but couldn't find them. It breaks my heart to see my people live this way. My heart will always be with them.

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

Just ... whoa. I can't even comprehend this. One thing I do know, is that I like to go on cruise ships and the majority of the crew, servers and staff are Filipino .... so many of them send money "home" to families and work so hard. Thanks for sharing.

[@MK-nj5bm]

I've met people from all over the world, Philipinos are the most friendly people ever.

[@drewbinsky]

No Doubt

[@traveling_future]

Not really tho lol

[@Chance7827]

@@traveling_futurewhy do u say that??

[@peterhuang1431]

only because you're foreigner. No different from many country kind to foreigners than their own

[@aynrandfan7454]

I am visiting Philippines in October and I booked a tour of this area for my Manila portion of the trip…very excited to visit the Philippines

[@henat6514]

Tumira at lumaki ako dyan sa Tondo, d2 mo makikita ang tunay na kaibigan, magulo nga noong mga hangang 80's pero depende sa uri ng taong dapat taluhin

[@pongtenazas7103]

Dami ko kamag anak at kababayan dyan...

[@javiersebastiamartinez2454]

"Pero depende" is literally Spanish 😂

[@nav-ck4gp]

@@javiersebastiamartinez2454they were colonized by Spain

[@sarahachord9295]

@@javiersebastiamartinez2454yeah they were colonized by Spain

[@armastus1474]

To those from 1st worlds. Do not misunderstand their smiles as, “aww they’re happy let’s do nothing”. No! As someone from poverty and had a smile, it NEVER meant I wanted to stay in poverty. I was lucky/blessed to escape poverty, about 98% will never escape. They NEED help

[@gaiaaoi1005]

I got teary eyed when Kuya said he aims to have all his children finish college. ❤😊

[@janicebond6414]

So sad that these people have to live like this be grateful what you have .

[@jewel6799]

Poor people in developing countries are not aware they are poor. They are happy because it is all they know. There is acceptance and a sense of community. Notice they do not have television to compare their lives. They are eating and they are happy.

[@DoritosResidue]

I'm Filipino American. I remember in the late 90s while I visited the PI we passed through the slums in Manila. The poorest Americans couldn't fathom the poverty there. But still the people there are in great spirits . That really humbled me.

[@postymalony2404]

Poor American is like Middle Class in PH

[@planetz-976]

@@postymalony2404 But a lot of people in U.S. have to work 2 jobs just to rent a room....

[@ßhopkins]

​@@planetz-976true. they live in a rat race culture,live in debt and overworked. its a different kind of poverty.

[@postymalony2404]

@@planetz-976 but still, the state of poverty is like heaven and hell difference if u compare the 2

[@wansworld27]

Lived in Manila, the beers are so cheap its mindblowing...so the locals just drink, dance and make babies...happy times.

[@AWBeng]

people in Tondo are always happy.. when I was in Highschool I have friends there and I even stayed in their house for a month and I felt their warm hospitality.. those were the days I miss a lot.

[@drewbinsky]

They are the best people !!

[@rositaxoo]

Deanna has such a beautiful soul. Both of you are amazing!

[@yubaamassin2811]

I have some friends from Philippines living in Morocco. They very good and respectful people. Greentings and good luck life is a continuous battle everywhere.

[@mistiinseattle]

Memories!! I lived in Manila for two years. Such kind, gracious people!!!

[@valerieandujar9847]

Here I am crying. What an amazing video. So much awareness thank you!

[@Nobodysbby]

he walked right by the little boy digging in the trash off the ground and didn't even give him water. If it was america he would have stopped & found him water or food or even just some change.

[@tacohombre3648]

​@@Nobodysbby 💯😮

[@apemancommeth8087]

They seem like really kind people, despite all the difficulties! Makes me appreciate my life!

[@Scrappinology]

Watching this makes me ever so grateful for what I have. I hope that this video brings awareness and helps these beautiful people. They seem so happy and friendly despite their circumstances. Thanks for sharing

[@viviansimon4853]

Such an eye opener for all of us.Fellow Filipinos still appreciate life despite their poverty.I pray they may have better lives one day.

[@simon6071]

I like it when the poor people in the Philippines are still relatively happy. I think their strong community spirit makes it possible.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Filipinos are always so friendly and welcoming! They love the camera!

[@fernandocruz4877]

Yes, they're not shy facing others. Not like others who shied away.

[@Edgar_Ramirez471]

Until you messed with them then they will send you to Jesus or whatever your God is in no time

[@Juarinbruze]

As a Filipino when we see a foreigner who has good intentions and is nice it's our instinct to just smile because it's universal and I love it!!!

[@MaksimRamos]

As a Filipino myself, I have to say, it's a harsh reality. I hope my country can, one day, meet a strong and responsible leader to let us rise out of the ashes. Thank you for saying that this country is one of your favorite Asian countries, I really appreciate it :)

[@pietrojenkins6901]

Same harsh realities abounds in the slums of Bangladesh, Nigeria, Brazil, Ghana and even Indonesia.

[@MaksimRamos]

@@pietrojenkins6901 I feel bad for them too. For me, it's worse for them there. May God bless every country impoverished in this world.

[@lenseofanomad]

@@pietrojenkins6901 this video is about the philippines.

[@bobbysierraVlogs]

Their Jesus Christ made them do this kind of life😂

[@rigobertoitachijohnson]

not everyone lives in the slums, the government right now is focusing on improving the lives of the working class... expect the slums to be ignored for another 6yrs

[@riniaroossien8905]

God bless you all for helping this poor family ❤🙏🙏😢😢

[@Oluchi26]

One thing i have noticed about poor areas in developed countries like the USA and UK is that you can see the sadness in their faces. They dont ever sound positive. But in developing countries their poor people always seem happy. They know they are poor but will not allow that deter them from looking for happiness in small things. Any way its what i see from documentaries,i have never travelled before.

[@Nonconform14]

yes, i also noticed !

[@dsan8742]

Trust me, poor people are depressed too, they hide it because they have no other options to express it

[@feedtherich11]

They have to act positive. But they are not happy . Sad that our governments are all good with this.

[@americansoldier7776]

I’ve been to the Philippines before, no doubt about it. The people there are amazing and super friendly. Love that place.

[@Jojo-gg6jc]

The sad thing is, many of these families don't know anything different. And their attitude is still so positive. They seem so kind and friendly & happy. God bless them. 🙏🩷🙏

[@Lexington-Felix]

I GUESS IT MAKES SENSE WHEN YOU PUT IT THAT WAY, WHY THEY WOULD STILL BE HAVING KIDS.

[@d.g.1594]

Hey Drew it was nice seeing you visit your wife's country again. I got to say the Filipino people are so hospitable.

[@BritishWandererUK]

I am inspired to help the people from the Philippines 🇵🇭 i will be visiting manila in November. I want to help inspire other western guys like me to help am share our blessing. Hopefully I can meet with you and help the people that really need help 🙏

[@Annedashi]

One thing about the filipino people they always happy no matter what the circumstances they have they always smile God bless you all the Filipinos ❤

[@thelifeofreillytravels]

Thank you for making this video and bringing these beautiful people's stories to light. It deserves (and hopefully it gets) many more views. You and your wife's love for people shines through. This world needs more people like you!❤

[@maryj4876]

Thank you, this is a reminder. Watching this makes me feel how grateful I am and be kind to those unfortunate people.

[@nathanurick8320]

These people seem so happy and they have nothing that is Americans have and we are miserable people and never happy with what we have.

[@drewbinsky]

True realization

[@Acteaon]

Yea right! We complain about being misgendered or being cancelled. Stupid shit! 💩

[@Rulya.BaruchHaShem.Morrigan]

It depends on which Americans. Some are very grateful for all we have & love our country, while some are always miserable, perpetually "offended" & "outraged" & hate the US.

[@laurensmith2157]

UK is exactly the same as the US

[@stephaniealbright8124]

This is very true! On any given day, even the best of us can be miserable. Even folks with the most money can sometimes find it hard to be happy.

[@lorineilson7529]

The people living under the bridge remind me of the people in Las Vegas, Nevada . There's a community of underground people there too.

[@liatl8228]

The amount of kids and pets they have 😢

[@Yeehaw7686]

Tondo is one of the places ppl in Manila are told to avoid because of how dangerous it is. A lot of taxis and public transportation will not even take you there. Drew thank you for filming this because even though I have lived in Manila b4, I have never seen the deepest parts of Tondo shown in this video. It is hard to watch. However, these are the kinds of things we need to know about our world. Thank you for showing everyone the resilience, kindness, and spirit of the Filipinos! Also, good job speaking Tagalog to the locals! :)

[@noellariosa528]

Tondo full of basura and poor people. Sad to say🥺

[@ManoyRDNTV]

Brother drew. I hope to see here in my country before I left. I always watching your videos. Support here... Always. Brother drew!

[@drewbinsky]

I’m there often and have a house in manila :)

[@ManoyRDNTV]

@@drewbinsky Thanks for your reply brother drew. I'm happy for that. I'm planning to work abroad. Hope to see you in a right time and a right place. God bless always brother!

[@jerseypiah23]

Watching this video makes me cry and my heart is literally sad. I hope that somehow, someday we will all live where poverty doesn't exist. I also wanna thank you for doing this vlog and extending help. Wishing you to have more blessings and your safety and your wife too. Happy to see you both.

[@NEATESTRAPPERALIVE]

Pray for trump to be the next president of the United States of America . It's the only solution

[@PinayPicPeek]

Wow! 2 kilos of rice per family. You have a golden heart for doing this charitable acts for the poor families in Tondo. May God bless you more bro!

[@orchidchamblee]

This is indescribable…and they know and experience everything being washed away over and over…beyond resilient 😢

[@Paigey-Ms]

Gosh, this is so sad to watch. I love Filipinos. I am from Papua New Guinea and there is one Filipino grandmother that treats us just like her own grandkids❤️.

[@ADRIANRYANSARMIENTO]

We're better off than what's portrayed kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqKlnqalbrKdbKssi=XherkVCulKDi1vF0

[@mendoza2121]

we love guineana people so humble and kind too , We familia

[@mendoza2121]

we love guineana people so humble and kind too , We familia

[@REACTIONSUNLIMITED]

One best trait I brought from being a broke person from the Philippines to the USA is resiliency. And I can see that positive trait in the people of Tondo. High respect to the tricycle driver who is earning money with a decent work. No respect to any corrupt politicians or any businessman there who take advantage of the corrupt system for self-gain.

[@gerryleegrio5841]

The world needs to open up their eyes, and hopefully be kinder, thanks for that beautiful video Drew.

[@MN12warbird]

As a fil am i am in pain seeing my ppl like this, but it also still makes me proud seeing them for real thug it out in the struggle for real and still be happy

[@morgane3792]

People in the Philippines are the nicest, I went there twice and this is the best thing that I always remember from this country. This video breaks my heart!

[@LLcuber]

I love getting to learn about the world through your videos! It's fascinating to see what great and kind-hearted people are out there, bringing everyone together, despite what their living conditions may be.

[@moneyteamLos209]

I hope you guys are grateful to live in America seeing how others live in other countries is just sad 😔

[@leighsdsc9340]

Philippines. Get there. It's awesomely awesome.

[@drewbinsky]

Truth!

[@tanthaman]

Lol no it's proper dirty and repulsive

[@leighsdsc9340]

They're really friendly and all got amazing lives(stories) to share

[@clairelofthouse2477]

No one should have to live like this. So many smiles and yet they live like that.

[@ryderwilson7955]

There’s this beautiful movie called “Metro Manila” that shined a light on this for me, it was such a sad but great movie, I recommend anyone to watch it.

[@banuafamily9026]

Thank you for featuring the real Philippines like other vloggers. This is still beautiful to us.

[@banuafamily9026]

I mean unlike other vloggers. Screw this KZbin dark mode

[@markthomasfitness8710]

Drew great content!! Tuff to watch because my wife used to live in a squatters neighborhood when she was younger. We now live in Iloilo. A big upgrade from her previous live in extreme poverty in Manila.

[@lollettealipe9363]

You and Deana make a great team. Thank you for shining a light on the level of poverty we have here in the country. Though dirt poor, the people smile and are very hospitable. Mamaw is an inspiration and his story is multiplied by others who are as determined, resilient and hopeful all over the country.

[@djhphilbln]

this is the true face of the philippines so wonderful and powerful the friendliness of the filipinos is a special point when you get out of the plane you will notice how special this country is the culture and the food as well as the personality and the life you will love it and never forget it..mahal na mahal kita@philippines..see you soon tondo happy land..and thanks for the view..😇😇😇😇

[@ThisSideGlassbottle651]

i was Stationed Dito in the Philippines and my wife was from there for 4 years when I was in the Navy. I loved the Philippines

[@sokapokvic2514]

I am Laotian and we live in heaven Thailand, Sad to see the Philippines living like these. Greeting form Laos🙂

[@ADRIANRYANSARMIENTO]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqKlnqalbrKdbKssi=XherkVCulKDi1vF0 This is also the philippines

[@SuperLuckygirl100]

You mean. Heaven of prostitution?

[@rahulmaron]

The is why you need to be open-minded and don't be stereotypical person. I don't blame you for being narrowminded, I just want to remind you that you are acting like that.

[@vernonsarmpithair]

you are delusional LMAO just like in every country there is poor and there is rich including YOUR COUNTRY, in the philippines it just happens to be that the gap between the rich and the poor is too wide

[@adventurelover8521]

It's only part of the Philippines. It's a slum area not necessarily mean it's the entire country. Widen your perspective. Don't easily believe what's on social media. I encourage you to visit the country and you'll see the difference. Been to Laos and Thailand and I've seen thing's similar to the slum areas in the Philippines. No hatred but educate yourself a little bit and travel more.

[@normie.business.genius]

I went to Manila and CDO for work many years ago. I love the Philippines. So many cool people.

[@DionneLeslie1]

Hello I'm from cdo!

[@frankthemusicman5636]

So many kindhearted beautiful souls, thank you for the video.

[@astrahcat1212]

What's even more heartbreaking, is imagine the ones that get sick in this kind of environment. There's really nothing one can do but just lie down all day and hopefully they have family to take care of them.

[@jonathanrestauro1341]

so moving.. my birth country needs a comprehensive planning for these citizens to prosper specially to those honest and hardworking people.

[@michellemoolcharan1228]

This was such a beautiful video. How sweet and friendly these amazing people are, with so little to get by and most only needing food to be happy.Wow! This is eye opening. You’re a wonderfully kind person Drew Binsky. Thank you for always sharing such amazing insights on incredibly resilient people from amazing parts of the world. Hello from Johannesburg South Africa!

[@drewbinsky]

❤❤❤

[@PapaLagTV]

My mother is also from Polangui (her surname was Sario). I am born, raised and currently living here at Tondo. Life's simple joys, found in shared laughter, a warm meal, and the strength of family, can often outweigh material possessions. There's a quiet power in embracing what we have, a contentment that shines through even the toughest times. A smile, though sometimes strained, becomes a shield against hardship. It's a silent message: "I may be struggling, but I'm still here, and I'll face tomorrow with a hopeful heart." In the midst of scarcity, resourcefulness becomes an art. Stretching a peso further, finding joy in small victories - these are the hallmarks of resilience. It's in these moments that true strength is forged, a strength that comes not from wealth, but from an unwavering spirit. But we are also in pursuit of being wealthy, even though we are contented. 😊

[@paulashikanen1329]

As a person living in Vietnam, one of Philippines’s neighbors, I can now see how the country, although beautiful, is also a land full of poverty. I’m in shock rn.

[@thaimayoree1494]

Not all people in Tondo living in poverty. Some of them lived there temporarily because they don't want to rent or very cheap rent but if you communicate them deeper some of them have a nice property in nearby provinces. Laguna Cavite , Bulacan etc. Do you that the owner of condominium in Makati don't lived in Condominium or private subdivision but he lived in slum area I guess the name of the condominium is City Land if I'm not mistaken. Millionaire in the Philipoines don't drive Ferrari but wear slippers.. Living in the Philippines for almost 8years , All I can say most Filipinos don't flaunt whatever they have. Taho vendor have a 3 storiy house in Cavite. All his kids. are propessional .the owner of one of the private farm in Zambales lived in Tondo.

[@thaimayoree1494]

Many Filipinos nowadays are in middle class to upper class. Social media is too much.

[@ADRIANRYANSARMIENTO]

That's a very small percentage of the population this guy's just want to hype it up 40 percent? Common more like 4 percent

[@claudineconstantino331]

not all live in poverty. a lot of filipinos enjoy a comfortable lifestyle. the country has improved a lot and not everyone is living like this

[@michaelconnor5922]

Breaks my heart & makes me angry seeing so many people in need 😢

[@benjiemaedc2.0]

Thank you for showing PH in your vlogs. We appreciate a foreigner like you who loves to know about PH. 👍😊

[@Akaoni815]

I am not filipino, but i notice when poor sides of these emerging countries are shown and like it or not then the people from these countries automatically gets look down on and the whole country and its people by virtue of race gets look down on even if they didnt grow up in that country. I am American oj Japanese descent and I had a visitor for business from India who is the son of a billionaire. When I take him out to restaurants and people would ask him where he is from because of his accent and he says India then i notice he doesnt get the same high level of service as when i take out business visitors from Japan. I have been to this guy's house in India and they even have a nightclub in their house and this Indian guy only knows luxury hie whole life. Perception is like a Pandoras Box...

[@ADRIANRYANSARMIENTO]

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[@virtualsis8766]

If you see it that way it is sad, but when you look at the bigger picture people who look down on people based on where they are from shouldn't matter much. People who shows kindness no matter circumstances are the ones you should surround yourself with, or pay attention to. At the end of the day miserable, judgmental people only brings negative energy and most racist lacks substance anyway. Some even have never been out of the US.

[@intothematrix151]

grabe, ako mismo pilipino, pero di ko alam ganyan kahirap situation sa ibang parte ng bansa. Swerte na pala kami sa Mindanao, kasi kahit sa davao may slum community din naman pero di ganto kalala ang situation..

[@boogermaiden]

Same sa CDO. Our Tondo is Agora

[@gerrypan4350]

People there are very resilient and they developed resistance against bacterial decease infections. Sharp contrasts from where I am some people here die of peanuts.

[@drewbinsky]

Yep

[@Agustin_Balce]

Using terms such as “pag pag”. to describe slums areas in the Philippines is so wrong. Just shows the strong resiliency of the Filipino people despite of them living in harsh conditions.

[@markbrassington9187]

The wealth of the world should be for everyone, not just a handful of people.

[@foxw6802]

incredible they always have a smile despite their living conditions these people are wonderful

[@alvinrubio6711]

Pangarap ko para sa pilipinas, maubos na lahat ng mahihirap na pilipino, mabigyan sila ng maayos na karapatan bilang isang pilipino, pantay na pantay na karapatan para sa lahat ng pilipino 🙏🙏🙏

[@JessrelGohil]

“Sorry for our place, as long as we are happy” batba ganto tayu palagi

[@mr.innosense1995]

Ayos lang daw maging mahirap, basta sama-sama at masaya. Pero kapag wala nang makain, sisihin ang gobyerno.. 😂

[@mendoza2121]

​@@mr.innosense1995 totoo naman talaga na loko ang mga naka upo sa gobyerno eh , baka hindi nyo lang danas kasi nasa mataas kayo na estado ng buhay

[@mr.innosense1995]

@@mendoza2121 Oo totoo yan .. wala talagang kuwenta mga nasa gobyerno kaya ikaw nalang talaga ang gagawa ng paraan para nakaahon sa kahirapan.. walang mapapala kung aasa lang sa gobyerno..

[@Spaltyslife]

The fact that they speak 2 languages speaks volumes!!!

[@drewbinsky]

Almost everyone in Philippines speaks English :)

[@chronofantasy1987]

When I went there, everyone told me how in schools growing up, they're only allowed to speak and learn in English, it's to help them get a career abroad or communicate globally.

[@x1x1x1x2]

​@@chronofantasy1987Back in Grade School in some years we were forced to speak English all the time while in the classroom. The only exception is during Filipino language classes for obvious reasons. If you get caught speaking in another language you pay a 1 peso fine that goes into the class funds for the christmas party.

[@dwaynefoley1020]

Every country other than UK and US speak two languages…

[@nalahernandez1995]

I love this! Their smiles are infectious!

[@shawnmoore7517]

You're not the sharpest tool in the shed

[@livingretro79]

this reminded me of what i've watched kowloon city. it's a tight nit community and full of happiness regardless of the hardships. much love.

[@Michail-z7p]

WHY THE BLOODY GOVERNMENT DOES NOT DO SOMETHING ABOUT THESE POOR PEOPLE? THEY ARE ITS CITIZENS. IT IS A GOOD PART OF THE NATION. MAY GOD HELP THEM. I AM IMPRESSED FOR BEING SMILING AND LOOKING HAPPY. WONDERFUL PEOPLE.

[@christophertubig8267]

The government provided housing for them but they returned to that area.

[@wsdmsage]

​​@@christophertubig8267That is true the people who gets a house provided by the government wouod either sell the house and go back to the slums. Then the pattern repeat itself.

[@tru7hhimself]

the reason is called capitalism. if you're born wealthy you get to live a good life. if born poor you'll use to use all your salary to pay for food and rent (even if the thing you're renting is just a hole under the bridge). the worst poverty i've seen yet in south east asia was in laos, but that was completely different than in the video. in laos it's mostly in the remote villages, where every family owns their own simple wooden hut/house and they live a very traditional life with subsistance farming. on paper the people in laos are poorer because you don't need to earn money if you grow your own food, but life is surely better for them.

[@PineappleOnPizza69]

the government have been helping them. They have free healthcare with Philhealth and also beneficiaries of free housing but they return to the previous slum areas

[@dirtpillow5073]

The political dynasties festering in the Philippine government takes advantage of the desperation.

[@takudzwamashamba7453]

What I remember about the Philippines was the noise from the buses and bikes. Coming from Shanghai, this was a very big difference. But it was a great experience

[@drewbinsky]

In China all of the bikes are electric now so they’re so quiet!

[@takudzwamashamba7453]

@@drewbinsky even the cars too. Everything is just quieter here. The noise in Manila was quite overwhelming the first couple of days. I would soon get used to it.

[@LapukKaBa-b9q]

go to rural places not in cities

[@dn2610]

I was born and raised in Hawaii and have visited family in the Philippines several times over the years while on vacation. Yes there is slums in the PI and I've seen it but there is more to the country than what people see. The Philippines is one of the most beautiful Asian country that I've been to. Beautiful tourist attractions, the people are helpful and humble and the food is awesome. Also great shopping malls, one of the best in Asia. No country is perfect and I would not hesitate to visit the Philippines again.

[@frdc1990]

Wow when the guy said" sorry about my place." I always broke down.....I will try to never complain

[@diane9247]

I have known many Filipinos in the USA. The are the kindest, most optimistic people I've ever known. Their dedication to their families is unmatched.

[@liqiz1755]

That’s why so many Slums exist there. Biden want more this mostly illegaly 3 World people to the US.

[@mrocean8139]

@liqiz1755Because gay whites don’t make babies anymore so people are needed to keep the economy alive

[@marcopatigdas3522]

Philippines people always smiling very happy always and always smiling

[@marcopatigdas3522]

I'm your big fan sir drew stay safe ..mabuhay Philippines

[@memeherp166]

as indonesia watch this it's look like see miror cause it's very similiar people, environment, etc 😅

[@boogermaiden]

We are all one, SEA brother

[@CD-wl8ze]

Wow, very impactful.

[@amanda-aesthetic]

Love this video great job 💗💗

[@AnimeX100Pre-NZT]

It makes me very sad for the Filipino people... And everything they have to go through with the natural disasters... I hope to visit the Philippines and contribute my economic support to the country. 😢