Inside Detroit Hood - First Impressions 🇺🇸

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[@kimorafitzgerald7419]

He’s my big brother, I was just talking with him last week about this video, and decided to rewatch it. he’s been doing well, and he’s made a good amount of progress with his house. He’s still working and my niece is doing great too! I’m proud of him,especially since I know how hard he works!

[@jla4christ]

Thank you for this update! 1.4 million know about him, I know God has a mighty plan or his life! This blessed me.

[@Nomad_783]

good to hear personal life's like his, thanks for the update. greetings from europe.

[@ONEANDONLY00777]

Does he have a KZbin channel?

[@missyblanks9916]

You all have the right concept. Family compound. Stay close and keep the kids even closer. Make sure your brother Can tell he’s learned from any mistakes and understands turning errors around. Make sure he keeps his next move his best move. Don’t share too much. But since he doesn’t have social media… yet that’s a plus. He’s awesome and on the right track! 💪🏾

[@amiralamb]

Thanks for sharing an update. 🙂

[@hedibourguiba4347]

What a charismatic guy. Didn't focus on showing off the hopeless, dangerous aspects of the hood, but instead on the hope for the future of Detroit. Speaks volumes about his character. Wish him nothing but the best!

[@katiempojer]

He was someone who uses his time in prison to better himself

[@bilyonarelifestile2226]

yeah sure buy it for $4k , all the copper stolen already, environmental crap to upgrade, put a ton of money in and you are rewarded with 2nd or 3rd highest property taxes in the state, and then it will get broken into and stripped for scrap metal again

[@Saleigh]

Godbless him

[@Saleigh]

@@bilyonarelifestile2226 let’s pray things go well for him I pray nothing but love and Godbless his family and that his house will be beautiful when done

[@5m0k3n.]

He's got a solid head and positive attitude he's going to be good

[@Kingkongbigdog]

Respect to my brother John. Got involved into the fast life, got out of prison taking care of his seed, copped a home. Working multiple jobs. Hope for the best. Maybe in a few years we can get a update.

[@Kingkongbigdog]

@@WanderingMiqo lmao Mybad philly talk

[@moosemusicofficial]

@@Kingkongbigdog Nah, don't apologize for being you. Feel sorry those who don't accept you for what's real. That's his seed. His offspring. His child. Who gives af how you say it, the message was clear.

[@m42037]

As long as the niggly bears don't rip up his sht when he's at work taking all the wiring out for a couple dimes

[@PherPhur]

He reminds me of people in the hood from KC. Love their humor. Never hear people laughin but they goofin all the time and people don't even know it.

[@roxieolemeda3196]

How do you keep up with his story he should post his progress on KZbin like Peter does

[@mrjaxthecat]

If there is ONE American city worth really trying to bring back - it is Detroit! It has a great history and culture. Fantastic video!

[@prayermadepatna8439]

🎯💯🏙

[@panemetcircenses6299]

I love how the young man is from and understands “the hood” but is far more interested in focusing on the future. He’s like, “yeah, this the hood now, but let me show what I’m going to make of it.” Better yet, redefine the Hood as Family Bettering Together.

[@jonathanr9051]

I’ve always struggled with “gentrification” being a bad thing.

[@dertythegrower]

Respect for sure...

[@breakingames7772]

I live on fenkell in between Schaefer and Greenfield, behind abandoned Cooley HS next to a drug house, I made a deal with them...I turned their power on illegally and they look after my house....I was robbed and had to shoot a 12 year old last July at scoolcraft and Greenfield waiting in the bus, I aimed low to not kill him. Since then I never take the bus without my bicycle. I work at Jefferson north assembly and take the bus everyday...it's bad...I was almost robbed last Monday 1am at scotten and west grand, dude walked up very slow towards me I knew he was about to rob me, I hopped on my bike and rode to the next stop, soon as he seen I was leaving he yelled asking for a light! Ya no thanks man....u can't ride a bike more than an hour before u get a flat because half these people ride around smoking blunts and tossing liquor bottles out the window so the sidewalks are covered in glass. Here's something typical by I seen yesterday at the gas station, woman come out with a new born baby and throws it on the lap of a 5 or 6 year old in the passenger side, no seatbelt no car seats, she gets in the driver's and side lights half a blunt, cranks the gangster rap until the entire car was buzzing and rattling and destroying the kids ears, then speeds off over the curb....place is a hell hole these people care less about this city and constantly destroy it. Every drug dealer owns the same 3 cars... U swear to God,. Challenger,...charger or avenger...that's all they buy. Pandemic made these worthless thugs rich as hell.

[@Endsomniac]

@@jonathanr9051 it’s a bad thing when it comes to fully populated cities and people are forced to move out of their homes. If it’s a city where many abandoned houses can be rebuilt and the new movers take those houses then it’s fine but not if people are getting evicted from their homes for other people.

[@YoSoyUu]

@@jonathanr9051 have you ever been on the receiving end of it?

[@miiiikee_]

I like these US series. It's really highlighting how hard Americans are trying to make the American Dream work in the 21st century. This Detroit series has made me feel pretty proud to be an American. It isn't all sunshine and rainbows, but we are resilient.

[@offroad5798]

Amen 🙏🏼🇺🇲

[@Itsallonq]

🥂

[@hulkhulk5141]

Go visit the rich people, they won’t interact with you, haha. We know how the poor live.

[@villiantwo]

i live in toronto, and have been saving for a house. .. screw it! just gonna buy a whole block in detroit. ..buy a bunch of pitbulls and guns i'll be good:)

[@tobiasmccallum9697]

As an outsider though, it's pretty tragic to watch. Seeing a once great country fall on such hard times. The phrase American dream used to mean something to the world, it's kinda become a sick joke now. Of all developed countries, the US has the lowest social mobility...... Its literally easier to make something of yourself from nothing (the american dream) in Europe now, than in America. This has to change, everyone hopes it can

[@squidge125]

I think these young guys getting into house flipping is a really good idea- they can get their own place for their family and also encourage people to move back to Detroit and bring the life back into it.

[@concernedcitizen6572]

@chillwill5080 What do you mean? Who exactly are the people you "do NOT want to encourage to come back"? Please be specific and clear in your meaning and own your opinion if you are going to put it out there.

[@nomercyformayhem2506]

@chillwill5080 Damn, for a guy named Chill Will you aren't chill at all. Wipe of the foam from your mouth and take a break from the Internet

[@lelouchvibritannia2300]

@@nomercyformayhem2506 lmao

[@ar0d439]

Not only a hard worker, but also appreciates and acknowledges his dads. "Teamwork" made him a winner, a good soul.

[@jackandlill]

Jon, "I know exactly where I ain't supposed to be! Pete "where aren't you supposed to be?" Jon..."shit....where we ain't gonna go!" Laughed out Loud!! So hard I couldn't abbreviate it... You guys were a joy to watch - I thoroughly enjoyed learning about Detroit the city & it's burbs, the beautiful architecture & to see some people who grew there, live there & work there & how much they love their city...ride or die ❣

[@kamproductionsrocstudiorec8922]

I love this guy's hustle. I live in Rochester, same story as Detroit. When I was 24, I bought two house that were basically abandoned for almost nothing. I fixed them up while working two jobs and raising my daughter. She was two when I bought them. Then I leveraged them about ten years later to buy two more. Still worked two jobs the whole time plus DJing everywhere I could. Today, I'm a New York Realtor and a Machinist. My daughter is now twenty years old and I'm looking for the next hustle. Much respect to this man!

[@evan8654]

You're a legend for that 🤘🤘🤘

[@Tunechi65]

im off crocks road baby!

[@TheReaper42069]

God bless you and your family

[@No1reallydies]

Ppl are gonna be confused because Rochester is a known city north of Detroit that is pretty wealthy and rich suburbs , I think you were speaking of Rochester New York tho so I get you

[@JJohnson313]

@@No1reallydies thank you for that. Cause I was like…Rochester ain’t nothing like Detroit lol. Didn’t know he was talking about Rochester NYC lol.

[@ericthompson749]

This video shows that people aren't just one-dimensional. Inspiring how Jon's making a legitimate attempt to improve his life and become a contributing member of society.

[@danigia6720]

Loved that guy who spoke on color! If we could all think like this. Imagine the possibilities and how strong this country could be. The government doesn’t want that. Instead they want us divided. This was excellent video..as always. 🎉

[@Greg-d1g]

U got that right..can u imagine if all us wht & blk folk joined up and revolted against the b.s. government who screws its own ppl more than any other nation , my opinion anyway

[@YuriMakarov-h3p]

Bingo. The frikkin government. They create the problem then leave the people to fight amongst themselves like dogs. Unreal.

[@Shonte-i8v]

What starts in chaos ends in chaos..This nation was founded on racism and hatred..and nothing has changed..We are all human..some with genuine beautiful spirits.. and some with pure evil spirits..Sad..Love and God bless you❤

[@danigia6720]

@@Shonte-i8v so true! God bless you as well! ❤️

[@slide5039]

Division keeps officials PAID. Believe that

[@lalathedonna5223]

Dude, the business where his sister works is GENIUS!!! It's like a strip mall in under one roof. One stop shop. Barber Shop; Salon; Wig Shop; Restaurant; Chill Area; Make/Sales Clothes and Shoes. I really believe this is going to give a lot of people a whole different outlook on how to build business. I'm clicking the link right now 💯

[@philmoe5392]

💯

[@niyah_jordan3147]

And it’s up the street from me, but I have never noticed it. That place blew my mind, I have to support

[@pjlevesque2543]

Very wicked indeed if i had a passport id definitely cross from Windsor

[@lalathedonna5223]

@Tony Moore I'm from the 2 6 and it's sort of like this as well. But we ain't got nothing like that. That's why I said it was genius. Like, why ain't no one do something like that before? At least I ain't never seen that. It just shows it don't matter how fkd up your environment is you can make something out of nothing. Idk sort of inspiring, I guess.

[@toryherbert2283]

@LaLaTheDonna what's the name of it baby girl?

[@charliemoore1218]

Man, I hope the best for John. What a great story he has and what a nice guy he seems to be. Life has dealt him a tough hand, but he’s working hard to make the best of it.

[@Anonymous-pn4fv]

He robbed a store, he dealt himself a tough hand

[@BrendanishLeo]

@@Anonymous-pn4fv Thanks for your input anonymous-pn4fv, no one asked. We are all aware that he got arrested for a crime he comitted, you may be surprised but that doesn't erase anything else said. Being born poor makes you much more likely to commit crime, being raised in a culture where teens do that stuff to be cool increases that chance, this isn't justification, it's explanation. "Sticky at the edges" is a term economists use for a reason, people are molded by the culture they grow up in. It is sad for a person to grow up in the culture he did. He did what most can't due to a disgusting system where instead of aiming to make criminals better, we simply seek to punish them (without rehab). That deserves credit.

[@PGraveDigger1]

@@Anonymous-pn4fv Don't underestimate the environmental influences on behaviour.

[@sportstrap4285]

@@puckered6036and out of all major offenders an overwhelming majority are impoverished, no one is excusing crimes John himself said in the video that he fucked up, but it doesn’t always show ones full character when they were dealt a bad hand from day 1

[@Aboleo80]

Detroit is a huge city area-wise. I moved here from Bosnia in 1997 a few months before turning 17. I don't plan ever leaving this place. I love Detroit and its metro area and I most definitely love Michigan.

[@aaronflowers8881]

Cool

[@AnAdorableWombat1]

Bless your heart. I was born there and I will never go back.

[@justaddfire4418]

Those hate are pretty dope

[@SittingWithDogs]

As a Firefighter in the area I can attest to the city coming up from the ashes. It’s slowly getting better day by day. The people are fighting for their city and it’s working!! Just 2 years ago 99% of these neighborhoods had no groceries, no banks, no services. Now it’s Detroit’s time to shine, and I’m blessed to be able to witness it and help in my own little way

[@jordancrocker939]

thank you

[@arturoangelsanchez]

Well- hard long hours of works and fixtures brings progress. Lasyness does what Detroit became

[@hurkledurkle166]

as a fellow michigander (saginaw) im happy to hear this ive heard what detroit used to be and im glad its getting better

[@dannylarson8498]

Democrats destroyed your city, yet you keep voting them in as if they actually want to fix the problem......use commen sense...Did Detroit voters vote to loss jobs, city in shambles and kids and there parents are illiterate there....sad, yet you miss the obvious problem.....Stop Voting Democrat...every city that Democrats get a hold off turns to shit....facts

[@dannylarson8498]

Democrats destroyed your city, yet you keep voting them in as if they actually want to fix the problem......use commen sense...Did Detroit voters vote to loss jobs, city in shambles and kids and there parents are illiterate there....sad, yet you miss the obvious problem.....Stop Voting Democrat...every city that Democrats get a hold off turns to shit....facts

[@mightymouse6057]

Jon is my friends son! He is an amazing dude! Been through a lot and has succeeded through all the rough times!! I’m so proud of wha he has done!

[@jw-vx8im]

He is a good man I wish him well

[@lendzemojoachimkimeng1318]

Hmmm u a dirty 1 aren't ya

[@LeeDillion]

Such a nice video. Jon was a treat.

[@mizeves5626]

Can you find out how is house is doing and if he needs anything it seems the people are willing to help

[@jamesbounds6093]

This is a very refreshing watch. I’m from the UK and only hear negative things about Detroit, so this is really great to see. Everywhere has their rough spots and seeing this young man make the most of it and everyone around him filling the community with positive vibes. Major respect!

[@Bell_plejdo568p]

U hear things about Detroit in the UK?

[@loganscully373]

@@Bell_plejdo568pit’s a very famous place lmao

[@aspartamekillsyaknow9019]

He didn't even show anything

[@jamesbounds6093]

@@Bell_plejdo568p of course? Is Detroit meant to be a secret?

[@jamesbounds6093]

@@aspartamekillsyaknow9019well actually he did show 44 min worth of stuff? Is this video not in Detroit?

[@jakek_1320]

John’s story and how he talks about the city he loves is really inspiring. Truly shows how he’s a guy who wants to work honestly to support himself and his family and inform those unaware how to actually help his city. Really informative video

[@johna5563]

I’ve watched soooo many of your videos now. This is journalism! What you do is straight up journalism. I wish the mainstream media would make content this good. Thank you for humanizing all these communities you go too! Today I took the step and subscribed. Thank you for for what you do!

[@hatfieldmccoy0311]

I needed this, so much doom and darkness everywhere else and kinda expected more when I turned this on, and man was I wrong. Saw love, encouragement, pride, determination, strength, drive, positivity, community, family and courage. I really needed this. Love and respect to these people, i hope you all are still growing and doing bigger things.

[@jokeboxproductions]

Agree, Compare to what other cities are becoming. Hearing the Optimism of the people of Detroit means alot to me. Give hope consider they were one of the first cities to fall.

[@hatfieldmccoy0311]

@@jokeboxproductions I am from Harlan County, Kentucky a small tiny place in the mountains, all we have are coal mines in a place that was already pretty much poor and the coal mines are almost dead in our area and seeing this place fall apart is tough. Gives me hope we can turn it around hopefully

[@ThaDezignatedHitter]

I’m very proud of him for his attitude with his struggles. Pray the Lord blesses him and his daughter!

[@andywhite2337]

I really enjoyed this. I love how regardless of the perceived poverty and hopelessness you still hear hope, respect, and genuine good nature from the people. It's inspiring.

[@dajamonet]

I was crying when he said hell nah I’m not going in that house… idk what’s going on in there 😂😂 he was great. God bless his soul

[@labchic97]

I was born and raised in Detroit . I moved away in 1997 I moved down south. I miss Detroit. You can take the girl outta Detroit but you can’t take Detroit outta the girl. I want to see my city make a comeback. It’s long overdue. Detroit needs more young men like John. I hope you got your house done john and you are moving on to buying and renovating more ❤

[@majestic_life6485]

He'll yea,

[@outlawjoseywales6159]

I hope all of John's dreams come true! Made a mistake and learned from it and takes full responsibility for it! That is a rare find these days! Total respect to him and wish him nothing but the best! Blessings to him!

[@oregoncountrygirl]

Amen!

[@peterbeck2085]

What a likeable guy John is. The city seems to be up and coming once again and it’s guys like John that are at the forefront of that. I’m sure he’s going to do really well for himself and his family.

[@se7enf0ld2282]

I’d like to donate $ to John … @peter any idea how.. help with his house

[@packisbetter90]

Definitely nice to see. Detroits a potential gold mine with redevelopment

[@LivetheLight]

This was great to see. I'm originally from Detroit and the way John described the hood is perfect. It's more connected to safety and what might happen around you versus actual appearance. Thank you for showing how beautiful and diverse the city is!

[@albertograms48]

💯🔥🔥🔥

[@sweetfacelola5540]

Why would you want him to only post bl@ck people in the "hood"?! This man has an international audience and when you travel, if you travel, you will notice people who live in the Middle East, Asia etc all have terrible stereotypes about us and it's because that's all they see in the media. And here he is AGAIN with another series on bl@ck people titled "hood". Notice every other word from him is "hood". There are many places in America with middle class bl@cks. We should stop being happy for any little exposure if it hurts us! He should go to West Virginia, Ohio etc and cover the extreme poverty and opioid addiction amongst his people!

[@LivetheLight]

@@sweetfacelola5540 I'm from Detroit. It's still a predominantly black city. You can check the census records to confirm that. Peter did a great job. I am a Detroiter and I know my city. If it offends you, don't support his channel.

[@LivetheLight]

@@sweetfacelola5540 and one great thing you can do is use your dollars to support all the black businesses he highlighted. Follow their social media. Buy their products. That's how change and community uplift happens. Baggage claim is lit.

[@kyrajordan-blackwell9761]

John did a great job! I love my City, I bought a fixer up as well, now in Houston. I still have my homes an lots in Detroit. I knew when I was in college that Detroit is a World Class City. Detroiters are original and trend-setters. Love my City forever.

[@deploribusrex4480]

Beautiful to see people trying to rebuild the community and opening up their hearts about it on film.

[@josephmacquarrie3317]

And this is how Detroit is going to be rebuilt. One house at a time. I do home inspections in Detroit and seeing big changes!

[@ThesmartestTem]

I'm a native born Detroiter (7 mile and Groesbeck). My parents lived their whole lives in Detroit until my family moved away when I was young. I have friends who still live there. It's such a beautiful and historic city and I'd love to see it make a comeback.

[@Nanib112]

As a Native Hawaiian it was touching to see the use of the word Ohana by the gentleman who really gets and embodies its meaning. Aloha and Blessings❤

[@lady33357]

the first house was HUGE with all of that space omg. I LOVED every min of this video. it shows a sense of pride from everyone. it may be a poor area, there are good and humble people. They know what it takes to get things right, to make it right spend the money and invest in where you live.PERIOD

[@Blue-vq7vm]

I was in law enforcement for 24 years.. I met guys like this ......Just Awesome....You have to love and work with your community..........This guy is a good example of a person..........Lots of respect more than the city leaders.................

[@edmondjohnson8479]

I am from Detroit. Born and raised.. Cooley High graduate. I loved growing up in Detroit. So much more to my city than crime. I miss it and sincerely hope my city comes back to life. Belle Isle, Kensington Park, Grand River. I miss it all...Monica

[@Bikekilla313Cj]

You alr know Detroit on da come up we up

[@eliotcharzat4826]

I love this channel: you don’t try to hide or glamourise the truth you just show us places and interview people living there letting us reflect and appreciate each situation. Pure content.

[@desirae742]

Detroit tour guide is a great side hustle idea. I think a lot of people are curious about Detroit but wouldn't even know where to start and have fear based on what we normally hear in the media. Its sad to see what a thriving place it was just a few decades ago but I hope these people who live and love Detroit at its worst will be successful in its revival and reap many benefits from it 💪

[@laura4dsunshine]

People need to think about how many of these places suffered because they were dependent on industries that were toxic, polluting, and, ultimately,will end (burning of fossil fuels, coal, mining). People don't think about this and karma and how these things go. ☮️

[@SanchoPanza-m8m]

@@laura4dsunshine Pipe down, climate cultist. The coal, railroad, steel, oil, gas, and automobile industries built America and aren't going away any time soon. You and the rest of your Gaea-worshipping, anti-human ideologues would prefer to see people freeze in the dark.

[@kwit7377]

I have so much admiration for Peter’s ability to get along with every walk of life..what a gift..John is awesome…I wish nothing but good things to him and all the shop owners in this video!

[@Ohsheisfire2012]

Love this! Detroit born and raised, definitely hustlers and love our community 🙌🏼

[@holguensphilippe9687]

Anybody can go there yo invest in real estate ?

[@angelaWATKINS03]

I live in Detroit and this video with John has me feeling proud. Thank you for showing the true Detroit. ❤️❤️

[@louwinoutdoors]

Land tax sales are a gold mine if picked correctly. It looks like John has a potential treasure. I’d love to see how he ended up renovating for his 12k budget and how it went. Great work on all parties

[@anniec577]

I just recently moved to Detroit and I can definitely say this is a beautiful representation of this city. Seeing Detroit from the outside is a very different experience than seeing it on the inside. The people here are so friendly and the history is deep and rich. I understand how dangerous this city is, but there’s still charm here.

[@Felix_Effex]

It looks best from across the river.

[@jonathanbrooks9768]

@Figi Moheder If you don't know what you're talking about just say that, there's copious murders in every big city across America, some less, some more, Detroit had a spike in the 60s and early 70s and every city had a boom in crime across the board in the 80s and 90s with the crack epidemic and impending "war on drugs", Detroit was hit hard because of companies like gmc leaving in search of greener pastures. white people still live there? idk what y'all think Detroit looks like but it's genuinely a nice city. there's quite a few abandoned buildings because of the economic downturn a few decades ago, but in the Bible belt and north eastern US that's not too far out of the ordinary. look into the history and redlining laws against people of color in the United States, just TRY to be slightly educated before you talk online. Some of y'all are genuinely cess pools of human beings.

[@777jones]

@@jonathanbrooks9768 Detroit is almost unique in the world because it was one of the wealthiest cities ON EARTH, but ignorant philosophies, corruption and violence squandered it all. That is the main lesson.

[@5thdimension625]

@@Felix_Effex from their vantage, they’re looking a communist country. Keep voting for Trudeau.

[@maninthemiddle55]

@@777jones Sound like the USA at large.

[@cmarie4943]

I’m also in Detroit really enjoyed hearing other residents talk about there opinions about inflation and how it has been affecting them as well. You really showed a lot of real Detroit past few videos Thankyou Peter

[@bluecollarscholarmelrosepa5673]

Hello..i like your words😍

[@hrvat1b575]

You Look great 😍😉

[@yamahapiano]

Don’t call it inflation. This is the end result of government “stimulus”. It is simply not a sustainable concept to print money for NO WORK…the only thing that does is devaluing every single dollar that was EARNED. Then when that stimulus is gone the high prices remain. Who does that hurt? Just say NO to government handouts, call your politicians. Say YES to learning valuable skills, it takes everyone WORKING to have abundance in society.

[@aguyyouneverknew]

@@yamahapiano To be fair, the fed is quite literally inflating the currency. 1/3rd of all total dollars printed in the country's history over just the last 3 years. You are completely correct that the government programs are making it even worse than it would be too, though.

[@SaroShow]

This is the part of the city I was waiting for... Those old houses are so beautiful

[@D33Lux]

I appreciate them renovating those beauty's instead of tearing them down and putting up some modern home. Old homes have character and they're a part of our human history.

[@livingminimumwage6359]

Detroit archictecture is incredible. I hope they continue renovating instead of tearing shit down. One of the saddest parts about new buildings in American cities is the lack of personality in the archictecture.

[@BethP-pl9nc]

Much respect to John and his family. I love his can-do attitude. Cheering on Detroit!

[@gordonallen9095]

Instead of just crime, we also see people with an entrepenural spirit, making their OWN jobs and creating their own economies since the mainstream has abandoned them and the city. "Making SOMETHING out of NOTHING." I'm rooting for these young brothers and sisters....

[@prayermadepatna8439]

🎯💯

[@Th3yluvkxri5533]

In the late 80s I visited my aunt in Detroit. Her block was starting to deteriorate at that time. She was ultimately forced to sell her home for pennies because most of the others were abandoned. I’m so happy to see that the city is coming back 😊 Thanks so much for this video Peter!

[@sherrielindsey912]

I was born and raised in Detroit. We moved when I was 14. Detroit back then was a beautiful city. Such a great place to grow up in. I sincerely hope that Detroit can be restored to the beauty it once was. I have some wonderful memories of growing up there.

[@daxinventor3542]

What did not kill us, makes us stronger. I watched Peter's video about Applachian life and he did a good job on that video. These videos will serve to bring us together as a free and connected people. White, Black, Brown, Yellow and Red people are learning how to take care of each other. None of us can survive until we practice humanity to and for each other. Watching these videos will fuse us together. It is going to take time, but sooner or later we will all realize how much we need each other. Thanks to Pete's videos we will all succeed together. Keep working on everybody Peter, you are helping all of us to see each others point of view. Thanks brother.

[@Greek-American1]

I love how the gentleman in the beginning said " I didn't make myself. God did this, you gotta talk to him". If everyone would realize that we're all God's perfect creations and He does NOT make mistakes there wouldn't be any problems. Another great video. Greetings from your Greek-American bro in Sarasota, FL. 🇬🇷🇺🇸.

[@lindatannock]

These old houses could be so beautiful again! You can just picture what it'll look like when they all get fixed up, and I hope they do! Good luck to John with his house and future plans, and to all the other great people I saw with businesses. It's not easy to push through the current times! Wish them all the best. Great video! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@adamhorvath5170]

My thoughts exactly

[@DetroitFettyghost]

Alot of people buy, put money into them, they get gutted in the nught and they owner waks away. It can go both ways easily. Good neighbors help alot. Gotta learn your spot n not just but anywhere.

[@bm4551]

I love those old, brick homes. Such a beautiful architecture. I feel so sad whenever I see those old homes in ruins.

[@charitizzle6028]

@@bm4551 me too! We have beautiful areas all over America with homes empty and waiting for new life. Imagine if we the ppl could use our tax money for our local neighborhoods and communities first and once we are all back on track can keep growing.. it just makes me sick how govt has not only ruined our country but others world wide for greed and power.

[@JulieAnne84]

idk how to pinpoint it but I love Peter's channel,his whole style and personality and everything. It's high quality but real at the same time. he's so open to everything, learning and really listening, capturing people and things in a different way than I have seen before. ❤️

[@PeterSantenello]

That's so sweet of you Julie :) Thank you.

[@annemcintosh1610]

@@PeterSantenello you know what I am saying

[@marc639]

My grandmother lived at Clairmont and 12 mile. I lived on hartwell and 7 mile. My neighbor was soupy sales. He had a kids show on TV. I am 83. We were serbs. A great time to be in detroit. Glad it's coming back. The black kids or negros then had nice clothes, homes. And talked like everyone else. After the riots, everything changed. We moved to southfield. Love your show.

[@lonewolf744]

It's actually interesting the points of view from these guys. Its not like the media portrays (imagine that) . These guys saying they don't see color, and the cops really don't bother anyone unless you hot, doing something stupid. We are all human beings in this world no matter our color. We are all just trying to live our lives the best we can with what we got. If we all join together we could never be stopped. All love to everyone. ✌🇺🇲

[@scovell7]

The media would have us believe that all black people despise the police and live in constant fear of being hunted down by racist cops. It's important to hear from a young man like this to give us a more authentic perspective.

[@trevoranthony8456]

detroit is super chill all around, ive always told people. gangs arent really a thing and cops are chill

[@dustyc324]

@@trevoranthony8456 Detroit is super chill. Gangs do exist, but they keep their problems between them. Don't want the heat by messing with non gang members and ordinary citizens. I'm a white dude living in Detroit, never had a problem. People of all ages and races getting along just fine and well as much as I can see. Such a great community. Sad we get a bad rap.

[@blaqqxicana6666]

Lol “I don’t see color”

[@oiitzME1266]

@@blaqqxicana6666 It typically means well, but man I cringe whenever I hear that phrase lol..

[@caligirl10]

I hope everything works out for him and his daughter’s new home. ♥️

[@marchelljones4961]

Me too God bless him

[@brianfeeney1061]

Americans are good loving people who sincerely love one another regardless of skin color or race! The sooner we all realize that our government is putting us against one another to divide and conquer the better off we’ll be! Love your work Peter Good luck John! Much success to ya brother 👊

[@tcoker0416]

We must not live in the same America. Racism is real. It's not just the govt trying to cause divides. It's the fucking racists that are causing divides and the "leaders" that encourage it.

[@GloryToTheLamb33]

@@tcoker0416 you're delusional

[@tcoker0416]

@@GloryToTheLamb33 how am I delusional when I agreed with you and added that there are IN FACT racists?? I live in Arkansas. Racism is real. I'm in a mixed race marriage and I can assure you, we face racism. Open your eyes and quit be naive. Google Harrison AR or Mountain Home AR. Then come back with your racists aren't real in the USA.

[@phitjuice8041]

@@tcoker0416 when someone says no to you you probably call them a racist lol

[@tcoker0416]

@@phitjuice8041 what

[@pjmac420]

You could not have had a better person take you on this ride ,John is a great representation of Detroit!!! Great video !

[@loriroberts3442]

Could honestly say this one of your most excellent videos you'v e done. John is so easy to listen to. Quite charismatic. When John said Detroit doesn't have suburbs. My thought earlier was "Detroit IS a hood". Great work Peter. So enjoy your videos.

[@taranicole1669]

My family migrated to Detroit generations ago. We left years ago. People have always said That Detroit is coming back. I hope it does. There's no where else like Detroit!

[@Fctsdntcarebouturfeelings]

Both of these guys are cool man. I've lived everywhere from Alabama to Michigan. 5 states. Small towns to big cities. I lived right outside Detroit for 3 years. I'm telling you, there are good and bad everywhere and I've met them. People are people. City or country, we have our struggles. When I moved to the city, I was a country boy aka fish out of water lol. It was faster paced and a lot more tempers, different cultures, people from other countries, but man I learned so much. It's numbers man. More people, more problems. Between Detroit and all the surrounding cities, you're going to meat people from all over the world. Like minded people tend to flock together, so with me living in Hazel Park at 10 mile and working 3 jobs in 3 cities, 7 days a week, you really understand the word melting pot. One of my 3 jobs was a security supervisor in a hospital in Southfield. I met ladies from the middle east and south Africa. I loved them. They were so nice and told me how happy and blessed they were to be American and how they did it right. They came here legally, worked hard, got nursing degrees, and are living the dream. People who move here from poor countries, war torn or tyrannical countries, appreciate this country more than many people born here. If you're willing to work hard and work a lot, the jobs are there. Do what you have to until you can do what you want to. It took me years of working 7 days a week, not much sleep, 4 hours a night doing college courses online, and another semester of working 2 jobs plus an 8 hour class on Saturdays. Now I work 1 job and make more money than those 3 jobs combined with a 4 on 4 off schedule. Half a year to enjoy my hard work. Years of struggling and stress paid off. If I can do it, anyone reading this can. Don't give up. Keep grinding. Awesome video.

[@matthews.4822]

As a native Detroiter it's been nice seeing this series show what the city is really like, not perfect but all not the hell scape some make it out to be. It's continuing work in progress. Also as a Marygrove College alum, just wanted to add that the College was a very good Liberal Arts College that was well known for it's Dance and Teaching programs. It's campus grounds were very quiet and peaceful despite being in the middle of the city, and the buildings featured beautiful neo gothic architecture. Unfortunately Marygrove has closed it's doors, and is no longer excepting undergraduate or graduate students.

[@MyKeeP81]

the amount of abandoned building people must see every day blows my mind. ive never seen anything like that, only small stretches in baltimore

[@pmccoy8924]

Im from suburban Detroit, my father lived in Detroit until the mid 60's. John is a good man. You can tell from briefly seeing who he is, he has a good heart. It is crazy to think how big Detroit was and the shell that is left. The city was abandoned by its leadership. Every home you see has a story. Families were raised there. Children grew up there, people grew old there, eventually those who built that house into a home, died there. Fascinating to think of it that way and see them in the shape they're currently in.

[@crarazy]

Detroit's got hustlers! I grew up here (just outside of the city limits) and it's on the come-up. I think Detroit is getting close to being THE Great Black city in America. Detroit was a special place, and it's slowly becoming one again.

[@havad3938]

If ever I'm in Detroit, I'd def. all John for a tour...I know he's going places. So glad for him. Detroit is so much neater than I imagined. Wonder why it's moving up.

[@User-54631]

Comforting to see people from different worlds/walks of life being respectful to each other and enjoying each others company.

[@monember2722]

Why do people like you act like people don't do that and have not been doing that day in and out, forever?? Why???

[@bluechex7881]

Parasites get along until the gibs run out.

[@rpmfreak9150]

Jon is a perfect example of" if you have a dream you can live the dream in America. Great video thanks for sharing.

[@sarahm.1632]

Yes! Exactly, you nailed it w/ your comment. He is the true definition of the American dream 💯

[@zillionclub-g3d]

That's why he has good memories, he remembers so many details.God bless Detroit USA and the world 🌎

[@ispittruthchannel5317]

The man in the bucket hat is an awesome human being!!! What a spirit! His light is bright! ... Also, John seems like a humble guy with a plan for success and he's putting in the work. Best wishes to him and his daughter

[@katiepetersen4929]

That was such a fun one to watch! Love to the Ohana way of life. That whole family seemed so happy and nice! I’m referring back to this video if I’m ever in Detroit (I live in Europe, but maybe one day 🤞). I’d love to have a tour from any of the people in this one.

[@davidl1307]

Any guy brought up in the hood using the term “knuckle heads” is someone who has been listening to the wise older guys in the area. Awesome to see he is dedicated to doing things legit and building a great life for his daughter.

[@GHOST-hf4fi]

Detroit architecture is so beautiful !

[@Sliverbane]

14:39 Internet!! Help this man keep his house!! Landscapers, electricians, plumbers, builders, renovators... Please! I know you are out there. You do such great work for your communities!

[@davidjames7382]

I hope John is doing well since this video came out. Hope his house came together well. Like the family business. Looks like a great place to get some food and hang out. Hope John gets back in touch with you. Great video.

[@kali-spy6046]

Great Video. John is an excellent example of a Young man who learned his lesson from a bad life and fixed it. The People of Detroit certainly have Heart and Soul. So Much Respect!

[@roadworkahead418]

I love this brother's vision and ambition. Thank you for sharing this series about my hometown.

[@BlockChainzz]

John’s got a lot of energy, I did that same thing with the house at the exact same age and it was hard work but it paid off

[@23MBeezy]

My first time watching your video.. and man, I love it!!! Literal perfect representation of good people pushing to rise above negative circumstances! Love to see natural reactions between human beings. You were treated like family with everyone you came across. Please do more of these, make Chicago a part of this series you will have so much content to show. My city deserves some good light being shed. Appreciate you Peter! Gained a new subscriber

[@michaelthomas5972]

I’m in Detroit everyday and live just 20 minutes west from here and it’s not too frequent where you run into such welcoming, sincere, people like John. Seems like one cool dude. Best of luck to your future and your home improvement projects!

[@MeanGirlMeanie]

So much of Detroit proper is being renovated and it's beautiful. It's a slow but amazing process. 313

[@annekellyrosemontana4648]

Positive and uplifting video. Love to see Detroit coming back with hope for all people, tongues, and nations. God bless to all.

[@TheBlueWolverine]

I have done construction work on these houses. Mostly off of 7 mile. This is a very nice video describing the area, business, and the culture. Every block is different for sure

[@Rustylad85]

Love the salon/kitchen/shop combo. These people are inspirational. God bless them all and Goodluck.

[@katrinalongley7526]

I hope everything is working out for Jon, he seems like a good hard working guy.

[@Shyruban]

I like your videos, you go around with a positive outlook, non judgmental approach and mostly non opinionated. I especially like this one because it made me remember when I was there in the late 80's, it was 88 or 89 not sure exactly but I had been on the road since 1980, kind of living a bohemian life, working here and there doing all sorts of work, meeting all kinds of people, I just enjoyed life that way. So in the late 80's after years of hopping all over, I was starting to think about settling down somewhere, I was hitchhiking through Michigan and this guy picks me up, after a while he asked me if I needed work, I said ''Sure, what do you have in mind?" , that's when he explained that he just got this house for free from the city of Detroit in a dilapidated neighbourhood but could only keep it and fully own it if he did a lot of work on it, in our conversation I had mentioned I already had some experience in many aspects of construction. I accepted his offer, which was actually generous, as long as I could show I knew what I was doing, that I was good at solving problems and worked hard. I promised to help for a full week but I ended up spending the whole summer there, working 6 days a week, this guy kinda convinced me that I should buy the house right next to his and that way we could start some sort of reviving of the place. Sadly after a meeting with the city officials, I found out that they would not let me have a house, you see, I'm a Canadian citizen, they'd let me have one if I outright bought the place, which I could not afford, the guy I worked for even offered to back me but I just didn't like the idea of being indebted to anyone, bohemian life and all hehe. I guess I was just not ready yet to settle down. But I had a great time while I was there. I lived in the house for near 3 months, the owner would go to his apartment at night and came back in the morning to work, once in a while he'd spend the evening with me, went out and got us food, beer and some weed and we played music together, we were both guitar players. Some night it was quite freaky, often heard gun shots not too far away, once in a while people would come snooping around the house to see if they could get in, but nothing bad ever happened. All and all it was a special experience. I wish I could remember the guy's name. Sorry for he long story, it could have been much longer as there is much more to it, it just what your video brought back into my mind. :)

[@alisonfleming4782]

Detriot needs more People like John, he is going to be a great asset to the City for sure. His ideal for giving tours of the City gets more eyes in the city to see how great are city truely is.

[@bridgettstephens5582]

Love the man with the water bottle in his hand; common sense; breath of fresh air.

[@suzz1776]

Wow. I'm impressed with this young man's determination. It seems like he learned from his mistakes and is doing right. I can see a good and happy life for him and his daughter. Good luck brother!!!

[@michaelanthony679]

Good luck John, wish you all the best. Just remember when you hit any speed bumps in your life, don't turn around and go backwards, just slow down and keep moving forward in your life.

[@Shanerr]

KZbin’s been on a streak recently with it’s recommended binge watched a few of your Amish videos and now I’m hooked 😂 thanks for the great content

[@kyzoFPS]

Being from Detroit it is really cool to see people showing the true colors of the city. Not just the bad but the good!

[@huskybaby1988]

Great video that shows me as a foreigner what it looks like in some cities in America and how people still have hope and tackle the matter. Here in Germany we have a saying: Everything can go under, but hope dies last! You have really nice, cheap houses there, you can really make something great out of them, that would be a nice challenge for me as a craftsman until it is shiny like the house in "Grand Torino" with Clint Easywood ;)

[@xXxZugoldragonxXx]

"Everything can go under, but hope dies last! " how do you say this in german?? i'm currently learning german and im looking to learn more popular sayings

[@huskybaby1988]

@@xXxZugoldragonxXx Alles hat ein Ende, aber die Hoffnung stirb zuletzt. Or a Joke ..... Alles hat ein Ende, nur die Wurst hat 2 ... Everything has an end, only the sausage has 2 Here in Germany, we also have such places, but they almost always date back to 1989, when the GDR and the Russians still existed here....or NO GO AREAS where there are too many refugees, our politicians are unfortunately assholes who want to help the whole world, just not their own people...mom, something is really going on here....

[@bussamio]

As they walked through that house he purchased, all I could think of was lead paint. So many people in Detroit are subject to lead poisoning without even realizing it when they refab these old homes.

[@Just.A.T-Rex]

Eh most know actually. Just where a mask clean up properly etc etc, when these houses are bought and paperwork is signed, lead paint disclosures and proper remediation techniques and the legal removal process must be followed.

[@guitarmx103]

We get the lead paint warning with every rental

[@daniellove162]

Yeah,when you buy a house in Detroit you sign these big obvious documents about dealing with led paint and asbestos.

[@TheLifetraveler1]

I stumbled upon this channel when you did the Appalachian thing. I've been to places that you like to venture, but I've always felt, that other Americans never get out of their comfort zone to see what else is going on beyond their big cities.

[@taylordoebler1209]

John seems like a great guy. I love his vision on rebuilding these beautiful neighborhoods, his knowledge of the areas. I’d love to work with this man to help rebuild this area. If only I knew stuff about real estate or carpentry or something. Lol. Hope to see an update on John and this area.

[@DanS-dc5vu]

He drove through some pretty central areas like Boston Edison and the university district...nothing really far out on the east or west sides where you would not question whether your in the hood or not.

[@lisapop5219]

Oh the flashbacks! I was a 3rd generation Detroiter. Now, none of us are. It was a great place with grand old buildings. It hurts my heart to see. We were mostly in SW. My husband's family were mostly on the east side. I think the last left in the late 90s.

[@pauldouglas8062]

I extremely enjoyed your video on Detroit. John your tour guide really helped me appreciate what Detroit is turning into. I had negative feelings about that city. But seeing you interacting with the people of that city warmed my heart. I now want to visit that city.

[@ZackWilliams_TheProducer]

I lived there from 2018-2021 it is a beautiful city and I miss it. I live back in New Jersey now where I grew up and the energy in Detroit and the people out there are just so much friendlier and real. Hard to explain, it's just a better vibe out there. I might go back.

[@garciacalavera6830]

I have to admit, this episode is a lot more interesting and captivating than the one downtown. The stories of these people are fascinating, and their entrepreneurial spirit they have admirable. I only wish folks in my country had such courage to open and run businesses in such areas.

[@Spritofjazz]

The videos this guy makes are insanely good. Always talks to some great seeming people too.

[@joshallison2966]

Good luck to him, seems to have learnt from past mistakes and has a plan for his future. Wish him all the best.