Inside Hong Kong's Coffin-Sized Apartments

[@drewbinsky]

I think the most shocking part of filming this story is the fact that these coffin home dwellers are spending $200-400 USD per month for rent. It’s just a very sad situation for hundreds of thousands of local people in one of my favorite cities in the world 😌 The next time you go to Hong Kong and enjoy the 5-star amenities, don’t forget about these people!

[@caiolps]

no no no no no no no no no no nock nock

[@ROYAL_REBEL]

I live in HK, so I'm extra kind to cabbies, housekeepers, and janitors etc.

[@YouTubetail]

Haha bro 🤣

[@williamdaniels9728]

Not to brag but my mortgage & insurance for 3B 1B in the US (Midwest) is around $600, locked in around 2017. It's shocking & sickening to me that some of these people pay almost 50-80% of the equivalant of my mortgage to RENT a coffin room. This is quickly becoming the reality for all large industrialized cities regardless of government. Hong Kong, Singapore, LA, NY. Tokyo. Many of these people could probably afford a better standard of living if they lived on mainland China somewhere but would there be jobs there for them?

[@dertythegrower]

incredible... zero nature around them 😮

[@MontagZoso]

My 2 bedroom rental now feels like a luxurious palace. Always be grateful for what you have.

[@robny]

I have a studio and feel blessed.

[@thephatjesus3032]

Live it up while you can. This is literally going to be America in the near future.

[@summersalt4864]

Yes this has made me feel so very grateful! 🙏❤

[@charlottearena]

@@thephatjesus3032 Why do you say that?

[@thephatjesus3032]

@charlottearena its obvious with the way our economy is going

[@naverich4603]

The man sleeping without a mattress brought me to tears...When I moved to the flat I'm in right now, 4 years ago, I didn't have any money left after paying the down payment so I had to sleep on the floor for the first 2 weeks. I would use my winter jacket to soften the floor. I will never forget how miserable it felt and it was just for 2 weeks. This guys has been living like this for years. It's horrible. No one deserves to live in conditions like these.

[@viviansytsui]

Agreed. We take so many things for granted. Just a clean mattress is a luxury to some. 😢

[@jdelap06]

in my apartment here in US, i usually see 2 or 3 mattresses in a dumpster. in my country those are still gold even if it's used already.

[@wingam7056]

It's because he doesn't want the bed bugs living in the mattress, more sad.

[@Styphoryte]

​​​​​@@jdelap06Sounds like wherever you're from they used their mattresses til they turned to dust God damn 😂😂 Not trying to be disrespectful im just imagining someone sleeping on a mattress that's turned to dirt, that would suck. Have anyone of you guys ever seen the old style hay beds? Where there's criss cross rope holding you up from tge floor with hay covering it? Sounds itchy. 😆

[@JandJRanch]

Yes they are in conditions much worse than the average prison!

[@marianrezkalla]

"I have no plan, I'm just waiting to die" that broke me 😔

[@LAKKIBuDDa]

But For you i die 😍 😅

[@absiyehassan36]

Same

[@kj_usa2987]

We don't care go help them then

[@Alexsdam]

@@kj_usa2987 You must have a lot of friends.

[@Alex-bx6cm]

@@kj_usa2987 Grow up little boy. 49ers are a terrible team.

[@mellchiril]

I love Coco, she's amazingly upbeat for the type of situation she's in. Thre's people in mansions who can't even crack a smile and here she is, showing us all that smiles are 100% free.

[@simon6071]

I lived alone in a coffin home, also called cage home, for a short period of time when I was a young man struggling to survive in Hong Kong. The condition was brutal. It was literally a 4 feet by 7 feet cage with no window and no air-conditioning in the sweltering summer heat. But I never gave up hope. Now I'm living comfortably in a large apartment unit that I own in the USA. For people who are down on their luck but still have strong hope for a better life, I wish them well. Let love be their guiding light in the dark chapter of their lives.

[@Gw17bvp28f]

Would love to hear ur route out of poverty.

[@tinapea0824]

Great message. Never give up hope.

[@simon6071]

@@Gw17bvp28f Actually, even when I was living in a cage home and struggling to survive, looking for a comfortable life was still not my primary goal in life. I was in revolt against the hypocrisy of the Christian religion that my parents forced me to follow and was searching desperately for people who share the love that I believed in. I found them in a rich family that let me live in their home temporarily with the referral of a college teacher who shared my love. My route out of poverty was not what I planned. I was a driving school instructor with meager income after I immigrated into the US. One day my car with a student inside was hit from behind by a reckless driver while we were stopping before a crosswalk with a pedestrian on it. Then the reckless driver just reversed and drove away. Fortunately, nobody was hurt but I was so frustrated that I quitted my job. It turned out that the accident was a blessing in disguise. Because after I quitted the job, I had lots of spare time to go on the internet. It was the knowledge that I acquired on the internet that enabled me to become the owner the property that I own now.

[@simon6071]

@@Gw17bvp28f KZbin doesn't allow it to be told even though I did nothing illegal.

[@Aigle20350]

r/thathappened

[@tracidevine4591]

Coco made my day. She's so sweet and happy. She doesn't let her living situation bring her down. I wish her all the best😊

[@Elric54]

Coco is the best!

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

And also that happy man who has no complaints.

You are so correct. I hope someone with means sees her on YT and will help her. She seems like a sweetheart.

[@rachelnoske7030]

Seems like a lot of divorced men over there

[@boo1290]

@@rachelnoske7030 wonder why

[@praseet1]

Coco is one of the amazing people out there, each moment she makes sure to show gratitude to whatever she has and makes sure the other person is feeling well inside. True to the word human being.

[@lespi3162]

she honestly so disinterested in all her interactions with the people

[@shaungomez9898]

Coco is a very generous woman with a caring heart and I appreciate how she doesn't expect anyone to give her money when she feels more independent. Looking at our US country and there are plenty of people in society that expect money buys them luxurious things and when it is compared to the living conditions in Hong Kong, it is truly heartbreaking! I do hope and pray these folks in these coffin homes live healthy and that the living conditions get better in the future!

[@lynsey4224]

Coco is an absolute gem of a human being. Honestly they always say those who have the least give the most. Honestly made me tear up a little how kind this lady is. ❤️

[@lespi3162]

she honestly so disinterested in all her interactions with the people.

[@Jaspieces]

seeing these make me even more grateful on what i have right now.

[@tommymarco]

had this thought as well

[@4end]

me too…

[@RobertMason-i1y]

Still better then been homeless ok by a bit

[@michellew8066]

Yes I needed this reality check… being appreciative of what we have. Living in the western world we just want more more more and compare..

[@126missday]

Same here I’m truly grateful for my life & my home.

[@wizardeejay]

Coco is 70!!! Omg I thought she was in her 50s too. She is so energetic at that age, I wish to be the same

[@drewbinsky]

Same ! She rules !

[@davidwei01]

Hong Kong people s life expectancy is one of the top in the world despite the living conditions

[@Doofenshmirtz___97]

Its almost hard to believe that she's 70 years old with that looks.

[@artebax9966]

@@Doofenshmirtz___97asian people like to lie about their age , she’s probably 50-57

[@jessespad]

@@artebax9966 if that's true, that may have been why she pulled her id out so quick.

[@ale-mitiko]

I live in a simple house in Brazil, but I still feel fortunate. I believe we should unite and put more pressure on the government before giving up and losing our strength. I felt a lot of affection for Coco. Thanks to show me.

[@WestieRescueMom]

Drew, thank you for bringing us Coco! What a sweet woman she is. She was so generous, even though she did not have much to share. She didn't flinch and bought you drinks. Amazing.

[@drewbinsky]

SHES THE BEST!

[@jessespad]

@@robg5157 bed time child

[@joaoassis4861]

Coco é um amor de pessoa 👏🏽

[@NewHaven203]

@robg5157 I don’t think you understand what “simp” means

[@CupContender]

That's asian culture

[@b1oZARD]

I'm never complaining about my living situation ever again. I own a home, have everything I need and have a good job, and still I'd find stuff to complain about. This has truly opened my eyes.

[@channers18]

Same here for sure!

[@Mobile_Gamer707]

Yes stop being ungrateful you both! 😂 jk but yeah!

[@jopaonacionales5376]

I love Coco’s generosity and hospitality! When Drew said “she’s so stubborn” I giggled. Lol. He just experienced an asian auntie’s attitude haha!

[@MyDreamInWonderland]

You know she was about to scold the camera man for having no girlfriend too! 🤣 So cute!

[@leilanisweatman4542]

Me too. 😊

[@carolvictorytravels6296]

​@@MyDreamInWonderland Typical Asian Auntie 😂 "She slayed it" 😅😅😅

[@moy9022]

Coco is a very codependent H K woman. Generous and honest.

[@Jesus_Saves_Believers]

Isn't she a cutie?!

[@MichelleSeverino-kd7ge]

that mans happy smile and coco's energy is such an inspiration. A true testament of human endurance

[@hils1015]

Absolutely LOVE Coco. She's just the sweetest. She wouldn't let you hold her bags for her because she's used to doing everything for herself, and she paid for you because she's a hospitable person.

[@altheplug1920]

Same !!! She’s just such a good soul and humble I loved her !

[@mrgibbets34]

She’s so pure, I love her so much, I hope the absolute best for her.

[@EfymirTheTransient23]

when i saw that i wondered how much of it was hospitality and how much of it was also an understandable level of pride/stubbornness/ a need to do something herself. There's plenty of examples of people who have trouble accepting help because(for a number of reasons) they may see it as weakness, they may fear that people will hold the favour over their heads and they don't need or want that debt, and just sometimes being in a difficult/destitute situation when someone offers charity it can be a hit to the pride and really drive home/bring to the present the reality one might be distracting themselves from.

[@wakopako2803]

🥺❤

[@raffamoreirabugado7714]

Miss Coco is such a bright and happy person. I'm literally crying because I often complain about life... I'm disappointed in myself. Miss Coco, Even with difficulties, she keeps a beautiful smile on her face. I ask God to bless her. I would like to meet her and tell her that she is an admirable person. I will change my way of looking at life later of this video. ❤

[@ronzac55]

she's 70 as well, she looks like she's in her 50s or 60s

[@asmitasharma9866]

This video was in my recommendations and it brought me to tears. I have been stressing out with some things in my life but seeing people live this for most of their life made my problems seem so small. I wish for their healthy and happiness from the bottom of my heart and hope I can stay grounded for the rest of my life and help who ever needs it.

[@plejady]

Come and live with me

[@UnicornRoseDust]

Yes this! People doesn't always agree but I think seeing people with worse upbringings and circumstances than ourselves can help us get true perspective and see all the things we have and teach us some gratitude. Doesn't mean we have to diminish our own problems (which are totally valid and deserve acknowledgement) but sometimes touching grass and seeing other people's struggles can help us overcome our own problems.

[@DiscoveryGlobeLifeDocumentaryY]

It's heartbreaking to think about living in such tiny spaces. Hearing the story of the man without a mattress to sleep on is truly sorrowful. It's a powerful reminder to always be grateful for what we have, because no one deserves to live in such conditions.

[@redcarrot1148]

Mattress or even a thin pad would take up too much of the little height that the room has. Just as importantly, it will soak up the humidity and his sweat so bacteria growth would a big issue. In HK summer, sleeping on bare floor is preferable to mattress/blanket in a 35C degree closet with near 100% humidity and no airflow. Unfortunately, not having a mattress doesn't even begin to fully convey how poor the living condition is. 😮‍💨

[@affordableluxurytravelchannel]

Thank you so much for showing this part of Hong Kong. As a Hongkonger, I feel both saddened and ashamed. It's shocking to see those who speak English well, indicating they once studied and worked hard, now suffering in their old age. Our government, once among the richest, hasn't done enough to support those in need.

[@duongzzzz]

Đẻ nhiều khổ lắm không có nhà đất để ở

[@darlingsunshine4824]

Don’t be ashamed baby, it’s like this and worse all over the world.

[@KL-ie4xm]

There are some reasons why they ended up there (not to say they deserve that)! One reason is marriage / family problem and the other is gambling / criminal activity / drug using and the last one is bankruptcy due to poor business! Many poor in HK were once rich people with bad planning! But some of them will eventually be assigned to some public housing! 🙏🏾

[@arostwocents]

Truly tragic. People who justify this are evil. They are the same people who justify thousands of homeless British while all the council housing that the working class relied on is given to mass migrants

[@hippiebits2071]

@@darlingsunshine4824True, but perhaps that just means we should all be ashamed.

[@jessecruz7902]

I was not having the best day today, then I saw this video and Coco made me smile. God Bless her!

[@drewbinsky]

Coco is the sweetest

[@Faithfullyfueled89]

same

[@k8cbits0718]

She is a ray of sunshine! Adore her spirit and attitude.

[@jumaris28]

This is inhuman 😢😢

[@MissArmenta]

Wow this really humbled me..I feel for these people that are living like this..i can’t imagine being an older person and sleeping on the floor w no mattress..thank you for being respectful to these people..they may be poor but are trying to survive

[@sweetypatnett6123]

I feel bad for these people, especially the one sleeping on the floor. My heart goes out to them. 🙏🙏

[@sweetypatnett6123]

Coco seems sweet. God bless her!🙏🙏😍

[@joanie2365]

It is heartbreaking to see people living in these conditions. But it is important to be mindful that visitors to New York City, San Francisco, and many other places in the U.S. can find similar disparities of wealth and living conditions among Americans.

[@bonnieralph5151]

What a nice lady! It just shows you how little you can get by with, how money doesn't matter, and there are so many good people in this world that we never knew existed. This ladies generosity buying this man something to drink and a snack with the money(card) she was so happy to receive from him just a little time earlier made me cry. If I could I would give this lady the world. I think she is beyond beautiful. This is a great video!🦋

[@scarlettwinters5642]

We’re looking at moving because we need a bigger place. I just don’t even have words after watching this. We’re all so privileged compared to so many others. I hope I never take space for granted again

[@reisslane1327]

It hits on another level when you look around and realise that

[@erinb.1399]

Coco is so sweet ❤She is very independent and stubborn, I love it! I’m praying for all these people🙏🏼

[@alexoolau]

Also arrogant. The low class actually is more contempt toward others, especially mainland fellow Chinese. Their pride is based on looking down on others. Such hierarchy of humility/arrogance toward others is typical in tropical culture and social underclass, especially in southeast Asia. Northern cultures of cold climate tend to egalitarian and individualistic without such hierarchy, typical Mongols, northern europeans and other arctic people. Somehow upper class people in most society tend to behave more like northerners with individualism.

[@twoqueens]

@@alexoolau Was für ein Haufen Unsinn.

[@60zeller]

There situation has not changed so your prayers are useless. But good job making it about you

[@aftonrae4038]

I was at target tonight trying to decide if I wanted a winter themed throw blanket to hang on the side of a bench, Literally for decoration. Now I’m seeing people actually living in metal cages, in unsanitary living conditions, no ac or heat, not even a real bed. Im definitely not what I would consider rich but I still take so much for granted.

[@shroooti]

You're a gem for even having this thought. Kudos.

[@leiferickson1016]

Comparison is the thief of joy. You understand what it is to live in those conditions, but you're a person with thoughts and feelings as well as everybody in this world. You shouldn't disregard your own needs/wants as you're also entitled to your opinion. You still have the human right to decide how you want your blanket. I think about the bigger picture: how you treat the person next to you... who could be going through something similar. Always be respectful, like our friend in the video.

[@droo3010]

atleast they chose it and have aircon. asian countries around china like phillippines where people live millions in cardboard boxes and homemade garbage with no aircon. if this is the slum in honkong then they luckier than others

[@SelimLaurent-t1c]

Oui beh toi tu as bon coeur sa serais l inverse tu pense qu'ils penseraient a toi❤

[@CustardCream33]

@@leiferickson1016 Comparison is also the largest joy provoker, in my opinion. This really puts things into perspective and makes it so much 'easier' to be happy with what you have :)

[@PhillipsHaus]

Honestly this story is amazing. I love people all around the world. She was 70 and she is full of life! Thank you for sharing this!

[@22kiki22]

Coco is such a sweetheart 🥺 it’s hard to believe those places still cost so much.

[@Nopal432]

That’s what I’m saying , thier getting robbed.., those rents should be $25 a month.

[@samaraisnt]

RIGHT I can’t imagine their wages are high and 250$ is what like a young person would pay just starting out…in America or Europe!!

[@xxSSW316]

I’m a hongkonger. I’m deeply touched by you making this video. Thank you for shining lights to these ppl and being so kind and friendly.

[@EMC2AlbertJans]

You need a social security system That would be a dream for the wonderfull Chinese people

[@trexie8026]

​@@chrissyk3783 U can message drew mam

[@garyc5092]

​@@EMC2AlbertJansthere not Chinese

[@samsterfisher9048]

@@garyc5092 wut not chinese?? They live in Hong Kong!!!!!! 🤦‍♂

[@Floridantea]

Flattery words. So as a Hongkonger what do you intend to do about it instead of saying thank you to a content creator? False goodness.

[@dobosdavid3833]

Unbelievable that Coco worked for a Bank and because she is old now live there. Her attitude is so positive. She is so sweet.

[@lespi3162]

she honestly so disinterested in all her interactions with the people

[@TaylorLee]

One thing to note about Asian culture, she isn’t “stubborn” rather she doesn’t want to burden you to pay for her or help her carry her bags. You may feel like you have to fight her to pay or help, but it’s the polite thing to do.

[@teddybare536]

I speak Cantonese and he actually didn’t say “I have no plan, I’m waiting to die” he pretty much said “what’s the point of that question, that’s just a joke of a question.” 😔 The lady just wanted to make sure his message didn’t come off as hostile. Which is very sweet of her :)

[@22lilacsky]

I got the impression that he said something different...

[@nisbahmumtaz909]

honestly a lot of the questions do seem extremely tone deaf. like "what could you change in the past" and stuff; why ask things that you can't change anymore, and why ask these clearly destitute people to dump their traumas for the sake of content on the camera?

[@MyDreamInWonderland]

@@nisbahmumtaz909 tone deafness is how we recognize the white male privilege 😅

[@KeeKeeNice]

I feel it's a message to the next generation, so these places don't keep filling up.....be honest on where things went wrong to find a better way, but that could jst be an American mindset, I'm sure he meant no harm in it

[@diane9247]

@@KeeKeeNice Personally, I felt uncomfortable with those questions too. I've sure these people feel like failjures already, without being sort of shamed for it

[@sweetteacurls]

I love Coco 💜 She has a beautiful spirit. Blessings to her and everyone living in those circumstances.🙏🏽

[@ChickensLady]

Coco is one inspiring woman. She puts many of us who have so much to shame in how giving & humble she is! God bless her.

[@CAM0244]

Omg yes indeed...she is amazingly inspiring and has a kind & generous heart. God bless her💗🙌🏽

[@Meowkiana]

I’m teary eyed. Wow that was really something to watch and digest. I really do appreciate how kind and understanding you were. This just so happened to be the first video of yours that I watched. Im definitely going to follow and watch more

[@DemonOracle263]

Drew, thank you so much for showing this side of my hometown to the world. I really appreciate how respectful you were. Every time I watch videos like this, I feel blessed to have lived a comfortable life here, but am always reminded of how I could become homeless in an instant if an accident happens. Just a reminder, when handing out red packets or gifts, it is considered rude to use only one hand, so use two hands next time. You do get a “pass” as a foreigner, but this small change will definitely be appreciated.

[@drewbinsky]

Thanks for letting me know !!!

[@gordon_fr33man]

What a woman Coco is! Truly mad respect for her and others! Thanks for helping her and may god help them get better lives.

[@MyBachhu]

Coco aunty is an inspiration to many . Such a cheerful lady, her life is not easy still she is smiling.she is all alone at this age.

[@mingalababya]

This is a real eye opener. Thanks for the video.

[@butteredroll1087]

Thank you for always being respectful. You’re my favorite travel KZbinr simply because of how educated and respectful you are. I love that you educate us on things most people don’t. Keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing what comes next.

[@drewbinsky]

Thank you so much!

[@MyVinylRips]

I totally agree

[@DDDrumpf]

​​​@@drewbinskyYes, you are, this time!! Thanks, Drew. HKers deserve a better public housing, like the Singaporeans. The government has more than enough money to do it. To be fair, there are only around 100-200K people from about of 7M people in HK live in such condition. They can be easily absorbed in mainland China, if they want to move there. But, yeah, HKers are too proud sometimes. And, the government needs to "manage" the real-estate cartel there in HK!!

[@vjgjdtuvxjvxgu7031]

He wasn’t so respectful in japan

[@DDDrumpf]

@@vjgjdtuvxjvxgu7031 indeed, and also in China!! Shame on him!!!

[@CatCat-v5g]

Coco's English, like some the other residents, is very good! She could become a tour-guide (working as few/many hours as she wished) & charge international travellers for her local knowledge. I would pay to follow her round & listen to her all day! With just a little bit of upfront funding/marketing support, she could purchase an electric scooter to ease the physical strain of navigating & guiding paying customers. Travelling is always easier/more fun & culturally richer when you know someone local. Might even make her enough to rent somewhere bigger, although she has made a really nice job of her tiny-living space! My mother is 90 & still works part-time out of choice, it keeps her mentally & physically active, so anything is possible. Her tours could be called: Go-Coco!

[@peggystern]

Actually a great idea, as long as it's fun for her. I'm in my 70's and I work, but I don't take jobs unless I want to do them, if it's not fun, not gonna do it..That's what being over 70 does!

[@griffinbastion]

@@peggystern for the most part it should be the case for anyone below 70, like yeah if money needs to be earnt it needs to be earnt, but I feel like so many people today forget that work can be fun even when young

[@BlogSweetheartTV]

Coco seems so sweet. I've noticed the people that seem to have the least are the happiest. It's heartbreaking to imagine so many have to live like that. Very humbling video.

[@mariekatherine5238]

Poor means you’re down to basics, no worries about what to wear, bills of all sorts, managing all your “stuff.” You aren’t a slave to its maintenance, upkeep, and security. So long as you have food and some sort of shelter from the weather, it leaves freedom to expend on others, to get to know them.

[@chawarma1048]

Certains choisissent, d'autres s'y font et d'autres encore subissent et ont honte (comme l'homme au début de la vidéo qui se cache, je pense). Celui qui est heureux vit simplement mais il a quand même un minimum de "confort" comparé aux autres. moi aussi j'ai vécu comme ça, des gens me plaignaient mais j'avais plus de place que dans un van qui peut aussi être un choix pour certaines personnes, etc.

[@Samantha-gm8kv]

​​@@mariekatherine5238thats not what poor means. Poor means you cab barely afford the 'basics' you mention. There's no so called 'freedom' when you have worries about expensive rent, no free movement to speak to people and get to know them due to your confined space, survival mode is not freedom, it's complete scarcity in all areas of possible abundance. A simple life cpuld call for the ease you describe, but not being poor. I don't think her life is 'simple' though either, having to deal with what she does on a daily basis. We only get a snippet of her life...what about dental, doctor, transportation to see family and friends, opportunities? She's sadly very poor and it's not the way humans are supposed to exist.

[@juliavee889]

​@mariekatherine5238 True. I'll bet there's some more content people in those building than in average suburbs, or even mansions.

[@alexmacaneiro1135]

que vídeo fantástico cara! A Coco é super simpática e humilde, até fiquei triste em ver você se despedir dela haha. Obrigado pelo vídeo amigo!

[@VygoUwU]

the production just keeps getting better bro...

[@drewbinsky]

Thank you so much! My team and I work so hard to tell these stories !

[@Fuzzy4650]

@@drewbinskyThis may be an unpopular opinion but I would rather your videos didn’t have such a high production value. It feels more like watching a TV show than a YT video. Your channel lost that personal feeling that made it so great, and your recent videos seem rushed like you’re just trying to pump out content at fast as possible. Sure the production value is great, but if I wanted to watch a TV show I would just watch the Travel channel instead.

[@Astrohhh]

@@Fuzzy4650 what are you even on about? It doesn't even have a high production value. It's literally just him vlogging.

[@ernestkhalimov748]

Quit yapping

[@AquaTech225]

With 4 mil plus subs. They should have that on lock already

[@akosisunako1745]

I feel that Drew wants to cry but couldn't show tears May God help these struggling people

[@Halcon_Sierreno]

He couldn't show tears because of the humidity?

[@constantine5]

This shows how divorce with loss of family and no support can just break a man’s soul. 😢. It’s universal

[@imjustareseller]

Coco is such an amazing person, she has so little but yet she is so happy. I love her attitude, she didn’t want any handouts, all she wanted was some company. Amazing

[@Cheri94]

I loved coco, I’m so glad you took extra good care of her.

[@yumifl.5133]

This is so heartbreaking. Your videos really make me so appreciative of what my family and I all have. I am so grateful. My heart just breaks for these people living in these conditions. I don't know what is worse? Being homeless or living there just like Drew said.Thank you for sharing and making me realize that when I think I have it bad, someone else has it worse. So truly sad.

[@00Julian00]

Home. Less. Because when you're homeless every day you have to think about where you're going to sleep And where you're going to pee/ poo Extra decisions.

[@susan0208]

Thank you, Drew for this video. Such lovely people who are humble and yet live in such unfortunate situations. Makes me appreciate my home and all that I have.

[@lucymccarter1580]

I live in Hong Kong and I will never not be amazed and humbled by the resilience of the people that have to endure this hardship, coco is a true icon and deserves so much more, as do all people living in these conditions. I pray that the housing system will improve so these types of home become obsolete. in my village they have just built many transitional housing units so it is a step forward, but needs to be more and faster!

[@jamesking1488]

Coco is a legend ❤ This sweet lady was more than happy to share the little she had. I wish her nothing but the best!

[@jewelssouvenirs1267]

Coco such a sweet soul..even in her difficult situation she still want to invite drew even only his water.. God bless you

[@SKJ9Nrox]

This is really eye opening and heart breaking at the same time. Glad youre doing this and let other people see what other may experience, in comparison I can only be grateful and open to share more.

[@Tswirl358]

My friend is from Hong Kong. He used to live in houses like this. He tells me stories of how he hated it for to all the tourists and he felt overwhelmed living in a house so small in a place so big. He’s brother died in these conditions. He finally moved to Bhutan for a year wich he found magical and so different but for a better opportunities they then decided to move to the uk where he met me ❤😊 You’re my favourite travle KZbinr drew and I aspire to do what you do one day❤

[@sdqsdq6274]

people chose to rent it , i mean can always live outside of china/ hong kong , china is so near, also space are limited , living in prime area is always bad , same goes to all first world country

[@hayley4032]

@@sdqsdq6274 china is still expensive and my parents, who are well off still have to SAVE UP to move there + hard to find jobs and language barriers and extra visa apps etc

[@imoeazy]

It's crazy. It reminds me of south Africa's economic gap.

[@imoeazy]

​@@sdqsdq6274I'm not sure how old you are. But rent and cost of living has increased in almost every country. Theres enough money, I dont understand.

[@squiddyword7224]

@@sdqsdq6274If people can’t afford to pay for an apartment there, what the fuck makes you think they’ll have the option to move?

[@alwaysthesleepless1]

I can't believe that there are people in cages. It is shocking that in such a rich country people are living like this. My dog has more room than these poor people.

[@carolinaroot3492]

😢

[@Ponobell]

Better to live in this small space than to be homeless like you see in the West. Homelessness is the worst disaster in an individual not to talk of a family. How can you function when you don’t have a place to rest or sleep in peace?

[@MsLacieable]

​@@Ponobell there's unemployment benefits in the US and more opportunities. There's probably homeless people in Hong Kong as well but the topic is their housing is crap. Even of you work hard you are going to live in this type of places. Compared to US where apartments are spacious.

[@mr.c332]

America will be similar in more places, just a matter of time.

[@comediangj4955]

They live like this because it's not a country, housing issues will be solved very quickly when Hong Kong is fully Chinese. Poor people in nearby Shenzhen live much better than poor people in Hong Kong.

[@spectrumEDMforever]

Coco is lovely despite everything she’s giving, also a very strong women on the outside and in, I think we all made a friend watching this video 🥰

[@sakis763]

I'm literally into tears!!! God has blessed us sooo much ...when we earn we should support our society especially the old...

[@ericarankin1946]

This brings so much awareness to people all over the world. It’s so hard imagining having no choice to live this way. It’s gut wrenching. I loved Coco! If you made a go fund me I’d donate in a heart beat. I’m sure a lot of us would love to help bring a little happiness to these people. Thank you for showing us this. ❤

[@RedCherry365]

Coco is such a sweetheart. I just wish her better health and a joyful life.

[@lovingmayberry307]

The rich are so maddeningly indifferent to the poor in EVERY country!

[@MGZetta]

The richer the rich are, the poorer the poor are. It's so obvious yet capitalists make it seem like the rich are the poor victims of socialism. Lol.

[@naverich4603]

Don't get me wrong, but even if you're a millionaire, how can you make this better? It is heartbreaking to see people living like this but imagine someone having 50 000 000 dollars in liquid cash...what can they do? You can buy like 2 apartment complexes for that which can house like 100 people. There are hundreds of thousands of people living in such conditions just in Hong Kong...tens of millions in the world. Yes, a handful of people own half the world's wealth, but rich people in general themselves cannot make a difference. Not without government's help. Fyi, 50 000 000 dollars in net worth would put you among top 0.0001% earners and all you can do with those money is to house only 100-150 people at most. If you wanna know how much it costs to take care of someone poor look at the US. 150 BILLION dollars a YEAR to take care of 10 million migrants. No matter how heartbreaking it is, you will never be able to take care of everyone and so you better use the money you have to help your own people. That's why I want migrants out. That's why I want 150 billion to be used to house tens of thousands of Americans that need help. It may sound harsh but if you think about it rationally, it is the most logical thing you can do. And the Hong Kong government should do the same thing.

[@timreynolds4252]

Absolutely agree. Smart person whoever you are 👍

[@anniruba9751]

Was für ein schlimmer Zustand für die armen Menschen ! Wer trägt die Schuld? Der Kapitalismus, an dem wir alle beteiligt sind!

[@LeahDyson-kq4bd]

That was the point of a Christmas Carol

[@michaelfirestone7440]

WOW DREW, THANKS FOR SHARING

[@leolaw624]

I’m from Hong Kong. I really appreciate you making this video! This video truly reflects the hardships of the underprivileged in Hong Kong. They are strong but they need help!

[@Smbizmd]

Coco seems so sweet and so genuine. Hard life

[@duane_313]

True. But you can tell she was uncomfortable with the shopping spree. At that point I just would’ve gave her the money and shit the cameras off. She can go buy it herself with no pressure

[@dng2000]

I just finished watching this video and this definitely earned my subscription. My parents came to the US from HK long ago and "auntie" Coco definitely reminds me of my parents' and grandparents' friends. I'm not related to Coco, nor do I know her, but in Chinese culture, calling her "auntie" is a form of respect. I honestly felt like volunteering to translate for you and auntie Coco since I speak Cantonese at the native level even though I'm born and raised in the USA. 😊

[@drewbinsky]

Thanks for sharing!

[@junjunmacam2894]

I think we asians do that calling none relatives auntie of uncle , im from the philipines

[@chynaajade]

@@junjunmacam2894 I'm sorry.....what?!

[@D.2601]

@@drewbinskyCoco said she is not working then how is she paying the rent & managing household expenses? Do they get any help from the govt.?

[@specagent999]

The translator got some translations wrong.

[@lucaskenjiwatanabe1986]

It's just heartbreaking to see humans living in this condition, I've never came near to their experience and cant imagine how it feels, it trully makes you value more your life, the things you have, your family and friends. I pray that we will heal and get better as a society to avoid this conditions on future generations, I hope things change someday, nobody deserves this

[@Haaaayley]

Coco has made my day, I was having a bad day and her happiness and lovely personality just made me feel a lot better. What a sweet lady, she deserves so much better.

[@moy9022]

CO CO is a generous and smart lady. She represents what Hong Konger supposed to be.

[@vivianwy666]

Coco warmed my heart. She reminds me so much of my grandma but 10x more lively haha! Please, can we get another video with Coco? I wanna see her being more spoiled, she’s such a sweet person and she really deserves the world ❤

[@lespi3162]

she honestly so disinterested in all her interactions with the people

[@samuraibull7]

Thank you for this video. Lately I have been going through a rough patch but this opened up my eyes that I am much fortunate. Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@jimmyngo4074]

Excellent video, Dr. Bisnky! My grandma used to live in Kowloon and then she moved to Arlington, Virginia. I would visit her in Hong Kong every summer vacation.

[@lyonanddebanderson4418]

Thank you Drew for showing what most people never see, and probably either ignore or just pass off because they do not want to believe situations like this are a reality. I was stationed in some very unhospitable places on earth, but nothing like this. YOU ARE DOING GOOD WORK BRINGING THIS TO LIGHT, please keep it up & be careful sir.

[@joyelcock2409]

Thanks for highlighting this matter. Broke my heart. Cocoa was a true inspiration and was a genuine soul.

[@HarleyKnox-sd8xu]

Coco is so sweet! She shows great generosity, even though you were the one wanting to treat her. This video was very humbling and if I ever visit, I’ll never forget these faces! ♥️

[@thepeskytraveller3870]

Thank you for this Drew. So many things to say about HKG but this time, just taking a step back to let it all sink in, but I will share this though. I have had the experience of visiting a friend of a friend who lived in such conditions. Heart-wrenching really. That is why it is not hard to understand why some people there are so grumpy.

[@moeeemonroe2246]

Thank you Drew for being so respectful to every resident. ❤

[@slinkywhippet]

Coco is such a wonderful, generous, beautiful human being ❤ I wish nothing but the best for her and hope her life gets better ❤

[@CGKreations]

It is sad that people are living like this. The blessing is the beautiful people you did meet. The places were so small like a prison. Coco and the other gentleman were so sweet uplifting Coco looks great for her age she can run circles around most young folks here in America. May God bless all of them & once again thank you for showing us the world it is humbling.

[@NelsonMorenoSantos]

Me encantó tu video y la gran persona que eres. Saludos y abrazos desde Panamá.

[@OSheaPunk]

Coco is the cutest! Wishing her nothing but the best.

[@rspwnzel4048]

Love Coco. Bless her. What a sweet woman. Hope your paths crosses again and get some noodles together. Thank you for bringing these issues to light. You are a great example of what traveling truly is. You are not afraid to show the reality of it all. Hong Kong is not only glits and glam, there is human hardship behind all of it but also human resilience and joy despite the circumstances.

[@AlexandreJC1509]

Drew would like to congratulate you on the work you do, showing the reality of people from different parts of the world.

[@fortheloveofjan]

Thank you, Drew for opening our eyes to this. Most of us would have never known it was like this in Hong Kong. Frankly, when I think of Hong Kong, I thought that there was only a middle class and the rich and maybe a few poor people. I didn’t know so many people were living like that. That man who lives in the coffin apartment also sleeps on the floor with no mattress… This is so heartbreaking. 🥺😢😢

[@mmmiraiii]

I really appreciate Coco’s approach to life and her positive attitude. She doesn’t deserve this, but life played a joke on her. She held on to life’s changes and stayed optimistic. I truly respect her.

[@susanurbanczyk9084]

I want to adopt Coco. She is wonderful. I got teary as she was saying goodbye.

[@IslamicYouthh]

😢

[@Pakiwi53]

There are So Many Similar around the Globe , need Saner and same empathy , Please !!

[@alexandermutune6131]

Why do you want to adopt Coco with all that age?

[@linkimpark1]

she's not a pet..

[@beckeranton767]

@@linkimpark1 The f is wrong with you, you know exactly what she means by this, saying something like this to someone in this condition...

[@maryreynolds5310]

Drew, what you did here in making this video was beautiful..the meaning behind it, yes I agree, these people of Hong Kong who struggle and live in such ways deserve so much better. 😢 we here in the states take so much for granted, SO MUCH! Lay our heads down tonight, give thanks, then give it again🙏

[@kimberlymorrow9851]

Thank you all for taking the time to see how people live. In the United States we have so many children and families living on the streets. In the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. 😢

[@kimberlymorrow9851]

Did Drew get that nan a mattress???

[@elizabethmoore2032]

That lady was so sweet. I want to send her money just because she seemed so grateful and unexpecting. Breaks my heart

[@emceegirl]

i just want to cry. it’s so sad. coco is so welcoming and has such a positive attitude. thank u for opening our eyes!

[@alicewong5619]

Greetings… As a hk local, wanted to say thank you for visiting HK this crazy packed-up place of the world. Indeed this is one of the hard-to-deal-with lifestyle everyday for some people living here and carry on the struggling with high density living standard . All we hope our government will do something to input more decent facilities and provides the assist to the lower class especially the very lower income levels let them live in stable with respects. Thanks for sharing this topic to the world. Cheers

[@drewbinsky]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@cutepuppy9585]

I saw another documentary, the housing crisis in HK is because the government don't release more land for housing, and even when they do, the do it by bidding for the developers causing the developers to put a hefty price to make a profit. HK government should check what Singapore do on public housing.

[@alicewong5619]

@@cutepuppy9585 but you have to know the problem is Singapore bigger than HK quite that offer more “usable” spaces to expand more decent residential area.The way of HK living style more and less that quite similar to Singapore, however the LIVING STANDARD it’s WAY better than HK and hardly to copy and paste to HK. Especially from the long-time-ago landlord rules!😒

[@DanielFoo]

I feel so emotional after watching this... It's really sad how the living conditions for the poor folks can be.. And I'm still complaining in Singapore for not living in a condo, but just a HDB flat.. Now it looks like my house can be subdivided for 20 people to stay...😢🙏 Makes me feel very humbled and blessed. Hoping the best for Coco and the other friendly uncle there...

[@DeepDeepDubstep]

As many other people said in the comments, Coco is an amazing person! Regardless of her situation she was still so hospitable and nice!

[@MsMochiko]

Wow! Humble pie episode to which I gratefully appreciate. I’m a middle class 61 year old woman who cannot help but to admire and wish that I lived in a bigger home or drove a nicer car. This video reminded me to appreciate all that I do have which is relatively more than most…. TY for this ❤

[@Isabel-Maria]

I’ve seen similar comments but also wanted to just say that I really appreciate how sweet and thoughtful you are to everyone you come across! Very respectful when speaking to them and I love that you give them a cash gift for speaking with you ❤

[@PeonyPapi]

This video put so much in perspective. I’m so thankful but my heart breaks for them. Coco is such a treat.

[@RoelA.Garcia]

Very touching video... That lady Coco touched my heart deeply

[@brendanschamu8114]

What a heartbreaking AND beautiful video. The resilience of these people, the joy some of them have, in stark contrast against those who are just "waiting to die" have me absolutely wrecked. Thank you so much for showing this and humanizing those below the poverty line. Hope you get to see Coco, the super happy guy, and others again.

[@johngalactus4014]

Another banger of a video! Love these "nitty gritty" look into how others live, the more I watch the more grateful I am.

[@drewbinsky]

Very grateful 🙏🏼

[@rapidpower5651]

It's so heartbreaking 💔 😢 seeing how they live. I am 30 and living with my dad, served 8 years in the military and got nothing to show from it..... I live off of small pension and luckily my dad works but times are tough all around the world. And we should all just be grateful for what we have. A roof over your head and food in your stomach is great! It's tough but that's unfortunately life and everyone is different. STAY SAFE OUT THERE PEOPLE! "Love over fear" ❤

[@dalecorbin8655]

How can people be allowed to rent these "rooms "? This is so sad

[@promi9526]

Youre amazing i love your mindset, i hope you stay strong and God blesses you with even more ❤

[@BakedFreshXC]

Yo broskie this might sound weird but stongly suggest you stop by my twitch channel somtime. the community is fully of people in their 30's 40's and up with a mindset to change and we party and have un every night. ur not alone my friend

[@lucianatrambaglio4881]

These are suppoused to be restrooms to lay for the nightsleep.

[@toya3422]

💪 Never too late to start over you're still young!

[@dontiavang558]

We are paving the way for a brighter tomorrow. The struggles we’ve made now will greatly help the next generation. Rich or poor we all have the same amount of time here on earth. Take care of each other while u can. Because in the end, all that matters is kindness!