Life in a homeless encampment on skid Row in downtown Los Angeles

[@ExploringTheWestCoast]

That man should be a speaker on behalf of the homeless community down there. Very well spoken and knowledgeable about the actual problems. Keep it up Mike!

[@jimmybon9314]

He's very cogent which surprised me since he does have the ability to make a speech and doesn't seem to be annoyed being filmed, your right he should be a speaker for them!

[@MrKnutriis]

You're becoming more of a social worker than just pure entertainment. I like it. You're telling an important story.

[@pauline3735]

True! Well said 👍🏼

[@a.y.7738]

This guy Brian seems really down to earth with a plan. I hope he makes it back to his mother’s.

[@oveidasinclair982]

He's just another walking bull shit artist

[@oveidasinclair982]

@sparky Tuttle It's amazing that you, like more than a few others who comment here believe the cock and bull stories that just about every last bums has and puts out. One day you might wake up, but then I do have my doubts. As for judging me, knock yourself silly

[@julzdixon63]

@sparky Tuttle 😂🙋

[@yulyasevelova769]

@sparky Tuttle Watching these videos about being homeless in Skid Row and other places. What people often forget about the homeless residents is the fact that stereotypes aside, seniors and disabled people are the fastest growing demographic for becoming homeless !!

[@yulyasevelova769]

@sparky Tuttle Hi. Yes, affordable housing would change the entire situation, and end homelessness as we know it. The crooks belong in jail, if they won't change, and good facilities that are residential are needed for the mental patients. Corruption keeps this from being done though. And I see new homeless people just starting out as such, every day. They look so bewildered and trapped, scared !

[@anddyyxx]

This guy seems cool. The fact that he’s not on dope puts him worlds ahead of the other folks over there in tents. I wish him the best I hope he gets to see his mom soon.🙏

[@robertprice4858]

his teeth tell a different story

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

Yupp

[@tonyskybravo3269]

@@robertprice4858 he probably used drugs back in the day.

[@DHFlip18]

@@tonyskybravo3269 It's possible but then again, he's 61. Even if that were the case, I'm glad he's clean. Maybe he can help guide others.

[@jillpruett3444]

Best of luck to you Brian. You got a great head on your shoulders. I hope you can get to your mom's in Visalia soon..

[@raymondbyczko]

I admire the empathy and approach of German in Venice. Wonderful social awareness! A decent person!

[@sweetsongstress7398]

Mans gotta make a living. He's industrious for sure.

[@starseed8087]

What an interesting and self-reflected guy, he shouldn't be out there in his age, he deserves better

[@firstedition1083]

No he doesn't. He has been there since 2007 or homeless since then for 14 years. He was 47 when he hit the streets. He could have worked easily since then

[@tomservo5007]

single guys don't have the social services like women or families. Even the new order by the judge, single guys are last in line and I bet you, no more beds available.

[@markunavail8510]

there are a lot of them who chose to be homeless they prefer it that way it's the families with children that is so sad I was homeless thank god for my son taking me in.

[@firstedition1083]

@@markunavail8510 I hope you get a job or cook dinner

[@firstedition1083]

It was his choice

[@bikebasket9594]

He’s a really kind intelligent man. Absolutely coherent.

[@crazydaisyog3984]

I hope Brian is able to get off the streets ASAP the man is 61 & disabled, he needs a safe place to live. We have such a horrible homeless epidemic in our country.. 💔

[@mrfunkington]

Did you hear what he said - he's been on Skid Row for 5 or 6 YEARS - he isn't going anywhere.

[@lostxj]

@@mrfunkington A lot of what he said was very sad but doesn't make any sense. Why isn't he staying with his mom to help take care of her ?. She's 91 but he's cool with waiting another 2 years !?. There is a LOT he left out.

[@crazydaisyog3984]

@@lostxj he was going to live in the same facility as her, then covid & lock down happened so he's been waiting a year to get in there.

[@lostxj]

Sorry. I heard him say repeatedly he was renting an apartment. Do apartments work differently in CA ?. I am biting my tongue real hard on the "COVID prevents him from moving in" bit because CA would be the one state insane enough to make a rule like that and I just don't know.

[@crazydaisyog3984]

@@lostxj I don't know but I'm sure there's a lot more to his story and situation than we know. I'm in Phoenix but have a few friends that live in LA, the cost of an apt or a house is so outrageous!! That's probably one of the reasons the homeless population is increasing so rapidly. But I think both of you that commented have very valid points.

[@burprobrox9134]

Brian if you’re reading comments, stay safe man, lots of us have no real way to help(across the country) but still wish the best for ya. Keep your chin up.

[@patricaoreilly2143]

Amen. 🙏

[@atcay81]

If he has access to "the outside world" like he said he does then why doesn't he have the respect to at least like and reply to this comment??? Hmmmm He can't stop twitching etc... Hmmm drugs I really do think so, he's not short of a quid he gets $$ etc

[@ricks.1318]

NICE interview with Brian .... He seems like a GOOD guy, that "has a plan" as soon as COVID allows him to relocate to be closer to his family ... I wish him GOOD LUCK !!

[@jimjones8808]

Sad to see a guy like Brian homeless on the streets. He comes across as a very nice guy.

[@brucelee4996]

@CMB Kool Aid.

[@minigrande1939]

Homeless people essentially before being" homeless "are "people"you know humans with characters .

[@dijah8009]

Sad to see anyone homeless.. hopefully after doing this he will be amongst the first to get housed.

[@jimjones8808]

@@minigrande1939 Yeah but not all people are nice, with good characters.

[@outinthewild9476]

The Devil attacks the best people the most.

[@gypsylizzy8893]

I love how you show reality and what is really going on in the street of California- Keep up the good work.

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

True

[@helenstewart4050]

You picked a cool cat to interview ‼️good job 👏👏✌️🇨🇦🏝

[@davekent20]

People have to remember homeless are people too. I saw one at a gas station and drove him 10 miles to where he had to go and it was cold outside so I gave him my blanket in the car that I had for over 25 years that I got from a deceased relative. That blanket meant the world to me but I saw someone who needed it more.

[@sweetsongstress7398]

Glad you're alive to tell the tale. Safer to volunteer or give to Red Cross or Make A Wish :)

[@bobglass8398]

God Bless you Dave Kent, you followed your heart helping that poor soul and you will be blessed.

[@mrfunkington]

Homeless people are HUMANS not sure if they could still be considered people though. Closer to animals or feral people maybe.

[@masterofpuppets5072]

No shit Sherlock

[@shirleymcbride2320]

God Bless you 🙏

[@pecosbill1483]

"March 2020, my 60th birthday, all set to move to my new apartment". That was some powerful citizen journalism. Brian, I hope you read the comments and get your ass to Visalia ASAP.

[@bthubert8907]

Good for you! I lost my voucher because no one would rent to me.

[@ddogjones8677]

good interview and brian is a well spoken man.

[@elainew2230]

You're not exploiting... you're showing people. Very few people, even here in LA, know how crazy the homeless situation is in Venice and Skid Row.

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

Idk

[@MrJboogie04]

There are lots of stories of how people ended up on the streets. For some its mental illness others its the inability to keep up with the cost of living or find basic employment. I like these personal stories that German in Venice shows on his channel. The other one to check out is Invisible people. Its sad as many of these people have been left behind by society or friends or loved ones and ended up on the street. Its good that he can stay clean while living on the streets because that isn't an easy to do when living around substance abuse on a regular basis.

[@JoeinSeattle.]

Look let’s be real. There is such a thing as the homeless industrial complex. Hundreds of millions of dollars are supposed to go to this problem and the The local politicians don’t use it for that. In fact no one knows what they use the money on.They say the German is exploiting these people but the truth is he showing how bad the city governments have failed these people. It’s true street journalism. Love what you do German ! Best to ya 🙏

[@2fast2nick]

I agree, people should see it

[@ericday3538]

People in metro LA know, they just don't give a shit. They pretend to care for like five seconds, and then go back to taking pictures of their avocado toast and posting it on Instagram for validation.

[@tubehound8]

Thank you GiV. I hope Brian gets to be with his mom soon. Stay safe

[@glennk.7348]

Wow. He’s fortunate to still have his mom around at his age. 😔

[@user-dy5ho4sj2w]

Hey man, I was homeless in LA for 8 months before the pandemic hit and have been following your channel to keep up with how everyone’s doing on the streets out there. One of my friends is still out there and I always look to see if I can see him in your videos to see if he’s doing alright. I appreciate what you’re doing and how you talk with the people on the streets.

[@alanbower9296]

Glad Josh your not HOMELESS any more you know what it's like wish you good luck man for the future keep safe 👍

[@jillpruett3444]

Josh, how did you get out of homelessness ?

[@wulver810]

@@jillpruett3444 Probably left LA, I don't see how anyone can get back on their feet there with the cost of living.

[@tiergeist2639]

@@wulver810 thinking the same. The destruction of the West continuous

[@kevinrice4909]

Give respect get the same

[@lindo110]

that guy was really cool. hope he gets his place.

[@brycebullard3619]

Mike, you have no contemporaries. You are the gold standard for these interviews. No one else even comes close.

[@かんぐちあき]

What I really like your videos interviewing the homeless people is that you have genuine respect for them and treat them human with their own stories to tell, unlike some people's homeless video exploitation for giggles and clicks. Keep up your good work Mike. Hats off GiV! 😉💖👍

[@tammysmith6690]

I love that he said just because I'm homeless doesn't mean I have to look like it. This is so true. And you don't have to be nasty, disgusting person living in trash and filth! I think the city needs to buy land where they can live, plant gardens, maybe single little shelters.

[@goos4711]

You're doing a good job for being a voice for these people.

[@JessicaRodriguez-fp7iv]

Such a chill person! Wish him the best❤️

[@SandraCrockett]

Thanks for keeping us up to date on these issues facing all of us! Don't listen to people that say you are exploiting them. You are doing a good service for all of us. Thank-You!

[@stevenvandyke2598]

It's nice of you to give these interviews to these folks

[@melindaduncan3073]

I appreciate you bringing awareness to the amount of homelessness on your platform.

[@Bjrazon]

Thank you for that interview. So so good to hear Brian tell his story.

[@whosthat7967]

Hey buddy, my favorite KZbinr.

[@deborahnieling2315]

I follow especially the problems of Skid row, happy about every Upload of yours! I am a German in Austria 😁moved there from Berlin! From the country area where I live now it seems really nightmarish to me what is going on there! Almost around 7000 people in the Skid row area, which is a lot! Hope especially the elderly get out of there and housing!

[@raybashford1519]

What a lovely Guy and so clean and determined to do better in life and not feel sorry for himself. Thanks Mike for posting another side of the homeless.

[@RunAMuckGirl2]

Let Brian know we are all rooting for him! Thanks for bringing us his story! 💖

[@davekat4680]

Another great interview by our friend GIV 👍 keep up the good work brother ✝️ Love and Blessings ✝️

[@lynnepierson2549]

Hello German In Venice- Thank you for the new video. You are my favorite entertainment, news and information station. Love you so much❤❤❤❤❤

[@tucobenedicto1780]

I don't watch your vids to hear about famous people. I just enjoy seeing your adventures and hearing what you have to say.

[@tyson1fan487]

This was a great video and I love seeing people like this because it's showing us that not everyone is a addict and some people have bad luck and things get in the way of what we have planned and if you have to be homeless then go where the weather is good and you have options like food and health care and you have people you trust.

[@dr.challis808]

He's the most stylish homeless man I've ever seen. Good luck to him👍🌹❤️

[@bitcoinski]

He dresses better than most of my neighbors!

[@dr.challis808]

@@bitcoinski lol

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

He see, cool

[@bitcoinski]

@George Clooney Omg...haha...I really shouldn't laugh...but that's really funny!

[@virtualselfie6899]

Another insightful video, Mike, tapping the pulse of real-life people on Skid Row. Your portrayal of the gentleman, Brian, shows not only his empathy for his fellow human sufferers but also yours. What a big heart you have, Mike :-D

[@FiveElements00]

6:10 You guys talked about how nicely dressed he is to be homeless. I met a man a few years ago who was riding a bike and he was dressed real nice too. He surprised me when he said he was homeless. He said he volunteered for the food pantry and he got to pick out his free clothes there and he wanted to dress nice even though he was homeless. You would have never guessed that he was homeless.

[@karenlee3372]

You do not have to dress like a slob to be homeless.. many people care about their appearance..

[@cadillacjack3240]

Once people find out you are homeless they treat you different. Store owners will kick you out, just because your clothes are dirty so not looking like your homeless is key. Also if people see you walking down the street with dirty clothes they think you're up to no good and call the cops.

[@Kathleen253]

People can find a way out if they are willing to participate in the process. I found my way out back in the 90's, it was not easy but if you are persistent it happens.

[@2ndlifeseekers282]

Stop lying

[@karenlee3372]

@@Kathleen253 I have been homeless myself more than once.. for now I have a roof over my head.. but I am not too sure for how much longer.. the average rent is over $600.. is about what they want to give me for widow's pension after my husband was killed in a car accident.. 625$$ is all they want to give me,, I'm not going to be able to forward anything with that rent gas electric water sewer forget it.. where I am right now .. once he realizes that I can't give him that kind of money.. my new home will be a tent it will be a sleeping bag.. I'm already 54.. yes I have been two different services around here in Arkansas too bad so sad good luck being homeless.. I might be forced to go out of the state if I want to get anything..

[@karinagarcia4138]

Thank you German in Venice for the videos keep up 🤗❤️🙏🏼much Love

[@bonniewilkins3419]

I was just thinking about you, GIV. And then I get a notification! Thanks ❤️

[@germaninvenice]

😂👍

[@mw3516405]

If the situation is exposed ppl can help them ! If it's hidden nothing can change ! You are more help to homeless than most !! ❤️

[@sadielampduo3762]

This is one showing of positive homeless that's sure to rise above what the broken system of California has done to Americans. Brian will succeed. German in Venice , stay in contact and do a follow up on Brian later.

[@landonhyde4916]

Your giving them a voice starting the convo to true ways to fix things and make this world better

[@bobestell2767]

Another great video by The German in Venice, you give these people a voice. Thanks

[@ronnavaughn2928]

Thanks GIV. Wishing you good luck Brian!

[@bcislandgirl]

I always look forward to your videos, you have a wonderful way with people

[@germaninvenice]

Thanks

[@overplayed3553]

This was one of the best interviews , simple wholesome

[@lovenothate]

He has a good heart and you did a great interview. Ihope Brian gets that apartment close to his family!

[@priscillafuentes8663]

Great interview, Mike. Thank you, God bless you,Mr. Brian.

[@KevinPlaysGuitar]

Great interview! Brian seems like a cool dude. I wish him the best in his new place when he gets the call.

[@tapped564]

Thank you for this video. You always stay updated on this.

[@beebee7538]

Love these interviews!!! Keep up the great work!!! 💪🏼💪🏼

[@JJ33438]

Your interviews and reporting are always the best. Brian seems like a nice guy. God Bless him ...and YOU! You do such a service for humanity - you really do!

[@Ravens-ft2hn]

Good Luck To This Gentleman.

[@m3lman877]

You are raising awareness. Keep up the good work

[@ebonygreen3908]

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[@DHFlip18]

This guy is clearly just down on his luck, you can tell he's not on drugs and no sense of entitlement. Hope he gets to a better and more peaceful place.

[@route66paul]

He could be on drugs, but it is obvious that he has been. There are many people on drugs that seem ok. I don't really care about them, if they can handle life without raping and robbing, that is great.

[@DHFlip18]

@@route66paul I concur

[@BB-vq6cb]

GIV, Your best quality in your videos is just being yourself. Your a kind, positive, and compassionate human being. Keep up the great work. Cheers from Mississippi!

[@MyNickdanger]

I hope everyone gets a home or a place to live. Love your channel and praying for Brian!~ Peace!~

[@CA-tq1vt]

You do wonderful work! Thank you for introducing us to so many of the beautiful souls out there - they're not all lost.

[@Fire77745]

Anyone can get down on their luck. He has a great attitude towards his situation and getting out of it.

[@stephendacey8761]

I agree, a lot of people are victims of bad circumstances.

[@donkeedic9825]

Fire...... You are so damn beautiful.......... Just thought I'd let you know.. haha

[@Fire77745]

@@donkeedic9825 Aww. Thank you.

[@Opethfeldt]

@@stephendacey8761 There are no victims. There is a reason for everything.

[@nbahighlightsbymeme1835]

Yes he does

[@boogheatherriordan1381]

As always Mike, you’re awesome! Thank you for continuing to share your life with us. It makes mine & my wife’s day better every time we watch. I hope Brian keeps his head up and continues to push forward!

[@marilynhughes94]

I am sure brian's mom can't wait for her son to come home.

[@MarkChapmanDr]

Great interview you definitely showed compassion and care for this very intelligent person

[@SupernovaX72]

Imagine if one of the homeless people could create a channel and make videos of their life as a homeless person ....maybe they could make some money that way while also showing what it’s like

[@germaninvenice]

Some do

[@thehardertheyfall2702]

@@germaninvenice I been homeless for 10 years still with no help living in Florida, Do you know if anyone would help me because I'm living off my PayPal account? [e-mail] is my email address Thank you

[@terywetherlow5980]

Mike i do not understand how some people call it exploitation. This is one of the best sources the homed have of learning about homelessness. You are a decent guy.....let it roll off ur back as i am sure you do. Tee

[@greyeaglem]

@@terywetherlow5980 What he does is no different than what a news channel does. He doesn't judge and is always respectful of the people there. I like that he interviews people so their stories can be told. People think all homeless people are drunks, drug addicts, mentally ill or prefer to live like that. Brian is a prime example of life taking a left turn on him because of COVID. His being where he is is not his fault. Just circumstances that I hope change for him soon.

[@terywetherlow5980]

@@greyeaglem i thought his name was MIKE.

[@mollynakamori]

Thank you for sharing, Brian.

[@joetoth5465]

Nice meeting you the other day on the boardwalk. You are a cool dude. Keep up the great work.

[@ladylaois8184]

What a great chat between you two. This is what I enjoy real grounded nice chats. Great thanks 🙏 love this channel from Britain Bath

[@jamiegrowthanddevelopment9664]

Mike we love you brother 🤘🤓🤘 germans kick ass 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@TaylorsTarot]

Thank you for the video! And thank you sharing Brian, I hope you see this. God is on you're side, clearly. 😇🙏🌎

[@TheHomeStudioRecords]

Happy for what i have and own when i see this love from Amsterdam

[@tinap.4285]

What a great guy! I hope he stays safe and gets up to Visalia with his family! Thank you, Mike! As always,you are keeping up the awareness.

[@mscullin10]

GIV with hundreds of views in minutes, congrats man

[@hc9153]

Teach me how to make money off this homelessness epidemic man

[@johnjarvis2168]

@@hc9153 sell shots at the homeless with a fire hose.

[@danepatterson8107]

Thanks to both of you for some actual long-form journalism! Bravo

[@MarkRVillano]

I like the way that they got all those homeless people and their tents off the streets surrounding the Dolby Theater, so that none of the Hollywood stars would have to see any of them on their way to or from the venue. And I especially loved hearing them tell us how much they *really and truly* cared about the people that were swept out of their way so as not to inconvenience them. Nobody can virtue signal better than a Hollywood star. I got all choked up just listening to them.

[@Kathleen253]

By choked up do you mean on the vomit they forced up?

[@MarkRVillano]

@@Kathleen253 Yup.

[@ekanang7550]

Excellent interview and I am impressed by this man, Brian. Thanks for showing us all the different angles and sides of homelessness.

[@knawdlimbz2212]

This man is wise... You never know what he's seen, I'm sure he's lived more than many of the people who have the power in the city he lives.

[@bi0lizard1]

You do not exploit homelessness. You shed light on and bring much needed awareness to plight of homeless. Thank you!

[@RAS_Squints]

What amazes me is Hollywood kicked out all the homeless people in the area just to give the best picture to a movie about being homeless.

[@blkthunderbolt]

Nomadland wasn't about homelessness. some people choose van life for various reasons. there are not homeless if they choose to live in a RV or van. cause its cheaper. some of them actually got a house or could afford a house if they wanted to. thats their choice.

[@thetwotravelers546]

They did the same thing last year, and nothing was done.

[@thetwotravelers546]

@@blkthunderbolt I really wanted to see this movie, because I am a part time van dweller. But because of Holleyhell bs I refuse to give them a dime.

[@juicepick7131]

Well put Scott Baio

[@kristyhoward6897]

Downtown Denver will get a big sweep before the All Star game at Coors Field this summer

[@ExploringTheWestCoast]

Mike, PLEASE DO NOT STOP! You are bringing Amazing Awareness to what is going on! Keep up the good work! 🤙👍 We♥️German in Venice!

[@susiefairfield7218]

The highest mountain, the oldest books, the strangest people, there you will find the stone.~ Athanasius Kircher

[@tarasmilovic5182]

German doing amazing work.. I feel God in your heart. Pure love. God bless.

[@hbendzulla8213]

Plain and simple I just like that guy.

[@vadermasktruth]

Keep doing what you're doing!

[@lewisak8]

Fantastic stuff German, you are not exploiting homeless people, anyone who says so is clueless, the local news does not do it. Everyone does not show attention to the homeless problem like many youtubes do. It's a serious damn problem, people are not supposed to live on the streets, in parks, in RVs on streets, and every where else. It's a national tragdey. The cost of living in the country is insane rents 20 years ago in LA and surrounding cities were like 650, 750, 850 for a one or two bedroom, you can't find those rent rates any more out in California. It's gone up everywhere, but I will say there are homeless who genuinely want help to get off the streets and I think all those folks should be sought out first and get them off the streets, the others are going to be much tougher to return to society due to drug addiction, mental illness, and other issues. Keep the vids coming German

[@garlandwatsonll6028]

KZbin needs more people like you shedding light on the homeless problem that America has. Thank you. I used to be homeless and it's a real problem.

[@bobbystroem8669]

German Mike its great you expose what's up in real life.. This is real as it gets.. Sad but true. You help by letting the world see truth. People are blind to what goes on in the real world. Sad but true. Your helping them homeless by means of your video's letting other's know what's happening. Thank you German. Let it be known.. your helping

[@ColdPotato]

I was ready for him to pull out a Glock. Lol

[@springstern]

Thanks German, this is an excellent interview. I enjoyed listening to Brian, hope everything works out well for him.

[@henrythomas2547]

What a nice guy! 😎👍❗

[@wendyspicer8588]

You make good videos. These people are real and you show that.

[@menopassini9348]

Best German Dude live as a Homeless person for a week and give a first hand account. You cover other subjects but always go back to the Homeless people. Good Luck.

[@randy1randy1]

Awesome interview , your making a difference ... thanks .

[@susanbrown2909]

It’s the same in the UK....theses are human beings. Something very wrong in society if we accept this as the norm. Governments need to wake up,,but when most leaders are corrupt themselves ,they’re just going to ignore the fact. They need to be held accountable..this is not acceptable.

[@bradmottishaw467]

Bryan seems like a man of wisdom. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@tedmack1945]

Coolest homeless person I have ever seen

[@mallorieryan3034]

Hello Brian....nice to meet you. I'm in Australia. It was awesome that you allowed the Venician German to interview you. I hope everything works out for you!

[@manchieros]

This guy dresses like the bad guy in 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'.