ON THE STREETS -- a feature documentary on homelessness in L.A.

[@Ronwixziv]

I actually lived in LAX for about 3 months. It would surprise you just how many places there are that a homeless person can hide in plain sight. It was a struggle, but I DID get out. I remember telling the Airport Police when I finally had a job and a home. Three of them took me to a steak dinner and said they hoped that the next time they saw me, it would be as a passenger headed to some destination or another.

[@gman5172]

i fully understand, i lived on skid row for a year. lived from shelter to shelter, i finally got a break by moving to Tucson AZ in with a friend. Got not one job but God blessed me with two jobs. *Now i have me a one bedroom apartment. Enrolled at University of Arizona Going for my Bachelor's in Political Sciences. I will return to Los Angeles one day and run for the Mayors seat. Never forgetting the friend's I've met living in the street's. #BUTLER2020

[@sarahwithah]

Ronwixziv Barreiro thats amazing congratulations. i wish u all the best

[@NotfromDetroit]

What a powerful testimony!!

[@passionzhere]

Ronwixziv Barreiro very happy for u

[@exposingliars9824]

I stayed in LAX for close to a week. It was grueling due to the construction going on. I'm glad you got out.

[@randiwines7047]

“I used to be somebody, now I’m somebody else.” My heart broke.

[@debbiecobb7195]

Broke my heart...

[@LanaLarue]

I know this feeling...😥 This Pandemic shut my entire life down. I had everything.... Now Im on someone's couch. With a Benz. It can happen to Anyone. God Bless You.

[@frommars6887]

I’d love to have an update with that guy

[@atheistleopard618]

wigger alert

[@NOVA-si5sx]

@@atheistleopard618 sounds like a you problem

[@Ashou145]

Update on Louis Tse, the phd student living in his car. He is now a system engineer at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He founded two organizations that help youths in situations on poverty: Students 4 Students and the Student Movement of Justice and Opportunity (Student MOJO). So glad to know he’s doing well.

[@colettefitness8532]

That's awesome❤

[@sabrina.natalie]

Gosh. What a remarkable person. Louis radiates a pure light. He’s incredibly disciplined, ambitious, goal-oriented, extremely intelligent, hardworking, and very handsome. I’m sending lots of love his way! I’m glad he’s doing great! Thank you for the update.

[@bonnietessier7304]

Kind humble intelligent good luck

[@thisizdub]

Excellent. There was no way he was going to have that kind of skill and degree and still be homeless.

[@wadeguidry6675]

This reporter is very kind, caring and considerate of these people. Thank you and God bless you for treating these fellow humans with respect.

[@irishsetterarchie]

Amen to that!

[@orvil9223]

It's hard to get them to talk to you for your documentary you're trying to make when you start off the conversation with 'So, you stinky, smelly, bum........."

[@irishnz_9558]

@@irishsetterarchie hello

[@boohoo1337]

shes an airhead

[@mos2.energy429]

@@boohoo1337 she is not relatable at all. She is terrible.

[@69Muscle]

I used to be somebody. Now I’m somebody else. God bless him. Stunningly powerful.

[@lilymiller3522]

That’s so true of all of us !!!! Just experiencing life,,, we’re all now somebody else .

[@milenoyko7417]

So meaningful.

[@jessejules2092]

Damn, thats good scripting. Geez, no real life story could beat all the made up stories in every single script. I wonder who the genius is?

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

Credit is the reason for the homeless epidemic.. back b4 they didn't rent due to your credit score you could pay weekly rent. Ruin your credit one time and you can be like these people

[@brandontussing1279]

Agreed, that was the type of statement you feel in your guts.

[@jaycarl1562]

"I live my life with intention." I would happily give him a place to stay while he finished school. Who ever raised that young man deserves a medal.

[@luckyme2636]

This kid is going places and going to help ALOT of people! I just know it!! So proud! 💜🙏😇

[@samannthaswtnss9397]

My name's Samantha. I was chronically homeless and addicted to drugs from the time I was 18 to the time I was 24. I became a sex worker to support myself. It took me 3 years of being robbed and stolen from to finally come up with enough for a home. I started working a legit job and have now been sober and off the streets for almost eight years. Took me almost a decade to build it back up. I'm now in college to become an addictions counselor and a homeless advocate.

[@RukYouLikeAHurricane]

Thanks for sharing! So inspirational

[@debbieandrews667]

That's so.....positive and a 360 ° turnaround! May the HEAVENLY FATHER continue to bless you!

[@tomtroy3792]

Go-girl I'm getting rid of my s*** also I'm glad I got to hit rock bottom it's all going up from now on! Thomas

[@donaldmack2307]

Hope you are still holding it down, Sam.

[@Mandalas12]

Congratulations girl. 20 years off it all. Keep looking forward and don’t look back. Feed your spirit first, way to go 🇦🇺💙💜♥️

[@christinelavoie7009]

The police officer on skid row... simply amazing human being. He is someone who got into his profession for a reason and stayed true to the oath he took... standing ovation to him 👏👏.. not to mention he is so handsome 😍

[@nativaconcepcion3991]

And didn’t he explain it SO WELL?! At least as far as her question about it being true if u spend more than 3 days n Skid Row, ur gonna be there forever. Is is SO TRUE b/c it takes a STRONG mental to be around that defeated poverty stricken environment daily n try to go to college or do sum without urself. Death n disaster is just all around u. I’ve seen these places. It’s truly sad. God bless America’s ghettos.

[@jazzysugarplum]

Saw him in another homeless doc and he mentioned that he never wanted to be a cop. Has been doing it for 20 something years and a damn good job!

[@magical8013]

I was homeless for about 3 years, my brothers also experienced homelessness. We come from a very broken home where my mother decided she didn't want to put up with any more responsibilities, and decided to cheat on my stepfather, and use drugs. We were forced to experience homelessness when we were still kids (15 years old). My stepfather move to Vegas and my mom acted like she was going to take care of her three kids, but instead told us we were old enough to figure it out. My twenties were extremely hard, I was in and out of jail, and prison. I was made to believe I was somebody I wasn't, I'm so glad that I finally figured it out, and I have my own place, and my own car, and I finally got my driver's license at 33 years old. I am proof that it does work if you try hard. Use your traumatic events as strength to move forward. God bless you all.

[@antoinettek-low2398]

Amen 🙏🏾to you and so many people who have been there, my Daddy used to say never say never, because you never know how you may end up

[@Еленка-г4к]

Пусть всё будет у вас хорошо! Я из России.

[@arturogarcia9946]

Stay focused on gods beautiful creation and stay focused on work like your working out in a gym 💰💪god pless 🛡️

[@robertocarloscruzlopez9578]

Mi estima y respeto para ti...dios te bendice siempre

[@arturogarcia9946]

Same here I was working at the age 14years old blood and sweat in Mexico homeless shelters they pick and choose the same peaples that are not welling to work never

[@btblueyez4u]

more of us are one paycheck away from a park bench than we realize....this world needs more love & kindness and less hate

[@levansegnaro4637]

62% of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts, people have to learn to budget and not get into debt with mortgages and student loans. Look at all your actions as an investment, and make sure the return on investment is worth it.

[@HollandDamien]

People can learn to budget all they want the economy is still failing. Wages have been stagnant for over 40 years. Most jobs aren't paying enough to meet decade after decade of steadily increasing inflation. I'd say in another 40 years or so America will be just like any other third world country. It's not just about personal responsibility it's about the completely unfair and increasingly worse distribution of money. The country is choking, so to speak, yet the pressure just keeps increasing.

[@whitefang238]

I know that we should never wish ill upon anyone and I mean anyone. However, I can't help wishing this Rhett ends up homeless. Not because I want him to undergo pain but because it seems to be the only way s/he may ever learn educate himself on the issue and because him not getting it does harm people who go through it in a veery concrete way. I got sick overnight and couldn't work anymore when I was just 26. And before that I lived paycheck to paychek, always TRYING very hard to save but my wage was too low as a teacher and I already skipped meals. after I started getting sick and having to pay medical bills, saving was even more impossible. I starved, ended up eating pieces of a wall once. And being on the street just made my illness worse. Then, an old friend of mine from high school found out about my situation and because she was nth like Rhert she opened up her own house for me to live in. Many other friends then pitched in with money and food for a number of months. They nursed me back to health and within 6 months I was able to get back on my feet and work again. Within a year, I got a promotion and as a school coordinator I was finally able to start saving money. It is very easy to find yourself on the street and ver hard to get out without help. Thank you, Brian. We do need less hate and ignorance

[@btblueyez4u]

thank you I was not even going to address the hate and anger in that comment....wowsers...have a good day

[@whitefang238]

yeah... I should do the same more often. These people need therapy, not our replies. Stay strong and have a great day :)

[@JJHemingway421]

That police officer is a god damn hero. God bless that man. He’s a champ.

[@simeukamdem3141]

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[@blackfacehardon5163]

@b jam exactly

[@alendahicks1232]

She should get an award for this story. I’m watching time number five. Something about this is so warm and touching. Lisa should do a follow up on these people.

[@bonnietessier7304]

Yes she SHOULD get an. Award for this. So sweet when she asked the lady at the bathroom if she knew the code to unlock the door. Very informative very human loved how she would greet everyone with a hug. Thank you

[@slimeboyjoelgod756]

Lives in a tent.has very little but still offers a soft drink to strangers.seems the ones with the least are some of the best.

[@ToxicAfricanKing]

That hit me right in my feels and have never even been to US. Been in Africa all my life, Kenya. I did expect him to spew some rather unkind foul words as the sister had warned. I think some people who are less fortunate act nasty because of the situations they find themselves in, but are actually rich at heart.

[@rudystraight1750]

Cuz money changes pols. We are all enslaved and programmed to money because the controllers have hijacked all the resources and sell it to the masses which is why we are divided. Go to school and into debt and learn only what they want to build their empire or you cant "live". You're all braindead debt slaves.

[@c.a.greene8395]

Gandhi said ' you know the poor by these signs ...they have no shoes on their feet and yet they come baring gifts'. What he was speaking of was a man who gave his shoes to his neighbor because he had to walk great distances without foot wear. Rich people give only where they get the glory for doing so publicly- yet the poor give with no selfish motivations, they do so in secret so that they may get their blessings from GOD! The rich man reaps his rewards from man...how poor in spirit he must be worshiping his true god - money and power Pray for them, for it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter heaven

[@vinnievalentine421]

Capitalism at work

[@rylanmacdonald6416]

Im a working stiff in an apt. I tip like a homeowner with a real life. I am the poorest guy at my work & I bring in the most homecooked food for ev1. It is true. Down ppl are nicer.

[@Unc1ecee]

"You can be a police officer without being a Jerk" - Salute to you Officer Deon Joseph. The world needs more P.O's like you. #RESPECT

[@ElizabethF2222]

Amen to that, Officer Joseph. You are a true gift to all of these people. You do your job with compassion and fairness. Wish more officers were like you!!!

[@godsgirl7201]

And more Positive attention

[@charlaville7658]

Australia's cops are lying, corrupt low lifes too - they make up anything to get a promotion - when you report them, it's a big govt coverup & then they put a bigger target on your back (and for the record, I'm white). As for the officer in this video, well, I take them all with a very big grain of salt - he's only blowing his own trumpet about how good he is because he knows he's on camera. People can be completely different in life to what they are when they see a camera pointing at them.

[@kellytaylorvlogsandtalks4541]

@@ElizabethF2222 Sweetheart, Officer Deion Joseph is truly a kind, rare, and true amazing peace officer, 😎🙏! I met Officer Joseph years ago, and he truly care(s) about the people as a collective/whole, 😎🙏

[@ElizabethF2222]

@@kellytaylorvlogsandtalks4541 Lucky you for meeting him! I'm sure he is a wonderful officer and human being!

[@pharman1976]

"I'm houseless - because I don't have a house. Homeless is a state of mind" - Khalil That's genuine streetwise poetry, right there mister!

[@ironmaven1760]

He also said " I used to be somebody. Now I'm somebody else." He's very insightful, no? 🙂

[@derekwilkins702]

you are kidding right?

[@boogeyman2868]

too bad they're hooked on the ice

[@avamasquerade]

No, that's denial. That man and all the other homeless deserve more than vapid platitudes to justify their misery with. So much more. ..

[@SuperAndrewFACE]

@@boogeyman2868 How do you know? TR not AM

[@debbiesiehr8658]

This woman was so "Empathic" and she never looked down at these people, so that made the people trust her. She also lived nearby and referred to these people as "her neighbors". It was a truly great documentary by a very admirable reporter!!! She is Great!!!

[@markl7752]

I've just finished watching this doco, I can't help but feel disgusted and ashamed with myself. The opportunities that I take for granted and didn't take hold of and feeling sorry for myself over things in my life that is really so insignificant compared to these people. I waste my money, I lack ambition, I make so many dumb decisions and I'm blessed, shame on me. May God bless all these people. Louis Tse, done such a good job, built the student housing organisation while living in his car.

[@amber23ledoux]

Me toooooo

[@kevinbarry4325]

Go love in your car..Boones stopping you. Living with mummy ? Get a tent ⛺

[@kathleenfurlong2619]

Very humbling. I feel horribly spoiled. I once was homeless due to a health issue. I once was well off. So I’ve experienced both. I now have a nice apartment. But while being homeless I learned you can do without most things.I feel spoiled. Being homeless was the best thing that happened to me. I grew as a person. I treasure the small things now. God took me off the streets. I am so Blessed. God aBless You.

[@mariocalderon4782]

I'm the same brotha I'm the same.

[@darrelllangerd7531]

Then go give up your opportunities give what you have to someone else since you feel guilty. Geese any opportunities people get and they work and take them that means they made a choice.

[@b.maliboo9453]

*That Police Officer is the best thing Skid Row has. He's a good man, with good intentions. He's very well respected & deserves the respect he gets. If they put the wrong enforcement officer on that block, who isn't a solid person & is on that power trip we've all seen before, it could be a nightmare. God Bless him for doing what he does!*

[@ambetanterik1981]

[@nieldutoit3529]

AMEN!

[@coldwindowsworkerseminolen4214]

1000% TRUE! wish I could see more stories about White police officers after all he is like 1% off the actual police population and most police don't have any empathy for the poor or blacks homelessness and most will say openly that racism doesn't exit and some think it never existed never existed and there is no problem

[@angelegabe7770]

Officer ✨Joseph✨ 〰️🙏🏽〰️ 💯

[@coldwindowsworkerseminolen4214]

@Holy Hand Grenades NO HE DOES NOT but the slums are everywhere and the ratio of good officers with compassion for the poor I would guess are 1000 in every 100.000.000

[@rubywedderburn6528]

That young man said I'm not homeless I'm houseless. His overall attitude tells me they're going to be alright. It's only a matter of time. By God's grace this too shall pass 🙏

[@leemedlin3100]

My thoughts exactly. His attitude is excellent, but he's been down on his luck.

[@enochbrown2976]

Ruby Wedderburn Ryan,slaughter

[@enochbrown2976]

Ruby We

[@marydehaan5479]

My heart and prayers gomout to him!! And the young man who js studying for his PhD and us homeless --leaving I his car I amazing and his attitude is so wonderful !! GOD BLESS ALL THESE PEOPLE

[@ThejeffJr8]

People like you are the worst. Stop enabling this behavior nothing is cute about this

[@MGPSJ14]

I commend Lisa for doing this piece. The way she treated each individual was respectful, and heartwarming. She made them relevant in a humanely way. I wish the best for each person.

[@valkyriesardo278]

I was a steelworker 20 years until they closed the plant and sold the machinery to Mexico. So I went for a college degree in computer programming. White collar IT employment was great for about 5 years until our jobs were downsized and outsourced to India. I was two weeks away from the sheriff's sale of my home when I was able to lock down a Chapter 13. These have been hard years that made permanent change to my priorities and values. If I had not washed up on the beach of early retirement, I would be homeless too. When I listen to these people speaking, I can hear my own words.

[@ashleyslayer5669]

So sorry that happened to you , you tried to make your life better . Most of us are 2 weeks from being homeless.

[@legacyoffreedomain1170]

Valkyrie Sardo, I feel like I'm going to be able to make after hearing your story.

[@Northrop-Grumman1991]

What languages did you learn

[@dhgfffhcdujhv5643]

Look at your problems from a different perspective: People frow war torn countries throw themselves to death to make it to Europe and other countries. They are motivated to start over and robably have nothing of value at all. Some are scroungers some have will to lift up in life again. They all succeed. WHY ? Because they GO FOR THE CHANGE and not looking back. Earth is round for everyone. If you fail in life on that patch of land of yours, theres a whole lot of other places you can try to start over. I can hear my own words there to.

[@GThu1]

I'm your white collar IT expert... belive me, in India their quality of work will always reflect their quality of culture, which will always be worthless. Everyone tries them, but mostly once. So you can still bet on IT work. I don't really afraid loosing my job.

[@MisterMxyzptlk1972]

The scary part is this was four years ago, I can't imagine how much worse it's gotten.

[@AntiMasonic93]

It's worse due to Covid.

[@sportsmediaamerica]

@@AntiMasonic93 Even East LA bedroom communities have more homeless now -- nothing to do with COVID.

[@christinalove6344]

Its a thousand times worse...not safe to be a female alone at night there..

[@hwy6029]

Watch the "new normal" documentary on here. It's just what you said.

[@interestedbabble7501]

@@hwy6029 do you know what channel? So many things pop up with that term.

[@gilbert5436]

Officer Josrph is a beautiful soul of a Law man. He sincerely seems to want to save lives God bless him. 🙏

[@212-SpicyKat]

i was homeless twice in seattle, this documentary was a breath of fresh air showing the humanity in the homeless instead of using it to bastardize them. i really enjoyed this Lisa, thank you.

[@michellereidemail]

Lisa the respect that you have shown every individual you spoke to is moving. We don't see that too often. Thank you. You're officially my favorite journalist.

[@janetmcbee]

Isn't she wow. I just ran across this video It's her approach too! And she,and who is telling Us what's real out there , just lay bare,, the truth,, heartbreaking or any word close to that isn't enough to ,ummm,😶. I do share these type of "real", and hope others watch and make them think ! Really important!! too much of this sad. 😖

[@dpoohbear]

She was so empathetic ❤️

[@deadsypadilla]

Hamilton Morris

[@niccolom4556]

She should've paid them for their story and time

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

Credit is the reason for the homeless epidemic.. back b4 they didn't rent due to your credit score you could pay weekly rent. Ruin your credit one time and you can be like these people

[@sora6632]

I am not sure if many of you noticed but the host did a really good job by not hurting anyone's feeling by randomly asking some questions about their lifestyle's but actually became a good friend with them to the point where the last guy actually told that she is gonna be his wife someday....

[@lorenagonzalez7046]

Very good reporter and person

[@lollipopsfordays3610]

I noticed her gentle approach immediately. I kinda thought the first guy in the RV might’ve been slightly put off by what he could sense was her pity for him/his situation. But yes, everybody just needs to feel seen, and that their life has value and that they’re worthy of love and respect .

[@quents]

She's great.

[@lolasmom5816]

Oh yea. God forbid their feelings get hurt. That's the worst thing that could happen right?

[@sarahcnut2832]

@@lolasmom5816 they still have feelings idiot

[@dougcastle1785]

This young lady doing the interviews has a sincere heart of gold. Giving hugs to random homeless people is something most of us would shy from. This is what must be rewarded in life. Not this useless dime a dozen “Intagram models”. Real woman right here ladies and gentlemen.

[@taylorsara1237]

Yes. She has a very good ❤ so does the 👮. Very proud of both of them...

[@celestecelestial90]

Agreed!

[@girlanonymous]

Yea lets keep Instagram models out of this. We don’t have to put people down to lift someone up. For all you know, the Instagram models can be trying to keep a roof over their heads.

[@Will-jb7dd]

Yessir

[@michaelrobitaille4515]

Yes agreed she made me hopeful I was down tonight there's so much bad

[@pawpawdabs6194]

It really got to me when the police officer said he came out here to save lives . He is a beautiful person.

[@CentsMy10]

I wish they would build more "tiny home" communities where people can pay less rent (no more than $200-$300 monthly) but have a nice, clean space to live with dignity. We live in such a greedy universe and everyone hurts for it.

[@catherineblair550]

oh no those homes are not cheap unless they are not built to code. but great wish. I have a similar wish to build and rent out pods with shared kitchen and bath. Check out those pod hotels if you don't know what I mean. Each pod would have a narrow locker closet and a locked drawer. and would be stacked 3 high on the wall And the kitchen would be stocked with food from the food bank. And the bathroom would have donated shampoo and soap. And it would cost about 350.00 dollars to live there, with free wifi. Or maybe 250. As low as possible. But I guess that is just for single people.

[@dianewalden6127]

A musician built ten tiny homes, and the city took them away. He gave them the houses for free. The city would not let the people get their belongings, including their much needed medications.

[@catherineblair550]

​@@dianewalden6127 That makes me want to kill someone!!!! But its what they do. I read a story where someone tried to develop a tiny house and put it on a property LEGALLY and it was like 300,000 before she was done. There are a few rare developments in existence right now but NIMBY most of the time. The middle class is all like "Get a Job" and at the same time, they are like "Move away From Jobs. Get out of Town."

[@ttrendxyz]

Just takes one company to make this a reality.

[@sexwithmypistols6436]

When I see comments like this I have to ask. Do you own a home? Sell it, build yourself a tiny home and one for someone else who doesn’t want to work.

[@loveboxinglucky1716]

What an amazing Police officer May God bless him

[@jmaysjr1]

I’m generally not in favor of cloning but Officer Joseph is an exception. Please make more of him in police departments.

[@かんぐちあき]

We want about 1000~10,000 of him 😃👍

[@dasboot6935]

I totally agree with your comments.

[@elementel2699]

The problem with that is the people who would be doing the cloning.

[@pinina8558]

Can't exactly clone no personality

[@pinina8558]

But he is a beauty, an reality seeing homie.

[@cleosmithjr]

The best documentary of homelessness I've seen filmed in LA., can't wait to see what next for Lisa Biagiotti.

[@melmitch1367]

Great reporter...she looks the homeless in the eye, gets on their level, shakes their hand, and smiles.

[@elizabeth3064]

Agree, she was genuine, respectful and truly interested in their experiences

[@ElizabethF2222]

Yes, she was great with all of them. Very nonjudgmental and sweet.

[@heatherweir6373]

Shes very sweet, i agree. Doesnt patronize or ask them questions that are rude. I HATE that. She was genuine. Xo

[@bostongirlsandy]

Like Princess Diana.

[@cptcosmo]

They are human beings too. I just do not understand why people think money makes you better than anyone else... we're all just a few events away from being homeless, it can happen that quick.

[@tjwmsinlv]

The HOST was EXCELLENT!!!! I truly do not think just ANYONE could have done this. Only her with personal humanity could she have talked to so many different people and GET THEM TO TALK BACK. She has EARNED whatever award the TIMES has.

[@michaelknapp3702]

Amen! Hats off to this reporter!

[@travisstephens387]

She truly connected with them, I wish this was her ongoing series

[@africanqueenmo]

Nope she's not a kind person. She's very insensitive and seems cold. She called Rory working poor to his face. Then she called someone the chief of the tribe. She needs to get training on interviewing.

[@joshgillooly1156]

She was terrible. She couldn't connect with anyone and was awkward. She should honestly be fired and work for buzzfeed.

[@paulsuprono7225]

'you look fresh' . . . so matter in of fact ! 😲

[@Ms.Behaving]

I used to be somebody. Now I'm somebody else. Wow. Heavy.

[@OspreyFlyer]

So sad...

[@lindastuart8787]

Ask for God to come help

[@addventuretastic3905]

Lmfao

[@arthenarubin7339]

When he said that I also said to myself That's Heavy

[@ayooslim3053]

Man super deep

[@LeticiaDiaz-k5z]

The comment the gentleman made “I used to be somebody…now I’m nobody,” broke my heart. That’s how I feel at 61, sick with Lupus and Spinal Arachnoiditis on SSDI. Lost my identity, my friends, many family members I miss dearly, but I have two amazing grownup children and four grandchildren whom I adore. Many times I had the thought of getting an older van to live in after I lost my health, my job, my marriage, my house and my dog and cat. Life is like a roller coast, we have highs and hard drops. Many prayers for all of the people who struggle daily, but still smiles when the sun rises.

[@flyme2themoon720]

Officer Deon Joseph..wow!..what an amazing human being..your are exactly what these people need..your compassion is so genuine..what an inspiration you are.watching this segment with you makes me want to reach out and help..I believe you single handedly change more lives then the entire system does..what an inspiration!!..you are truly one of kind..god blesss you and I know he keeps you safe..wow!!!

[@wrenniecat1027]

I am a retired/disabled geriatric nurse and I am currently homeless. I am living in my van and sometimes I feel invisible. I am not on drugs, I don't drink.............don't even smoke. I have no family support and I live on my disability check of $800.00 a month. I can't afford a place to live , my van insurance, gas, medications and food too. I chose to have a roof over my head and some transportation, food and medicine. I can't figure out any other way. God bless you all.

[@cathythomas9128]

Renee Morvant blessing to you! hang in there!

[@Thyalwaysseek]

He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch. (Proverbs 11: 28)

[@ElizabethGonzalez-jt7ns]

Wrennie Cat ... we are all a paycheck away from living on a park bench. :( The elite bankers did this. Keep your head up and be strong!

[@withastickangrywhiteman2822]

Elizabeth Gonzalez: Short joke... A homeless Jew/(or Asian) Not fair

[@MankindFails]

Why dont you move in a place where its cheaper since you dont need to work ?

[@dmdm8018]

Most ppl are couple of checks away from homelessness. Those that insult the homeless, beware.

[@scoobycarr5558]

We just might become part of the Third World someday while the Demon-crap and Republi-cant elites are part of the superpower.

[@PattyAngelStacker64]

Scooby Carr Agree 💯

[@amijack421]

@@scoobycarr5558 No political party can save anyone, we are at the last stages of the golden age, the rich lives in their world, they rule us now,and the sad bit is that alot of the very homeless we once tax payers, veterans, lawyers and some bankers, with different circumstances on how they ended up there, divorce,mental illness and addiction is many of the few, but the high cost of living ,trapped in the keeping up with the Jones trap and the limited time the extended part of the family,limit us time to care for our own,with the very fair of ending up in the very situation of homelessness ,

[@lynf5562]

Sad but true and harsh reality

[@FrostyMarz]

@@scoobycarr5558 not unless we re-elect the best president we have ever had, Donald Trump for king 2020!!

[@chuckyanus3563]

This documentary was very well done and showed many aspects and angles for the housing crisis in Los Angeles. Lisa Biagiotti did a great job in making others feel comfortable with her questions and her general respect for them and their situations. Kudos to all involved. And yes, Office Joseph is a good man and exemplary police officer.

[@pisathongsonlone3935]

To the officer on skid row, you're an amazing human being

[@Orangecountyhousekeeper]

And HELLA fine!!! IJS

[@cityslicker6118]

Is he though?? Lol

[@Orangecountyhousekeeper]

@@cityslicker6118 THAT would be a YES. At least I think so. You slicker you😏

[@tbonetone1]

Makes me feel so lucky. I live in an apartment in UK all paid for by the government. I don't work because i have leukemia, my medication and healthcare are all paid by the National Health Service. This tells me there's something seriously wrong in LA and the U.S A. I wouldn't last two days out there, these people are so strong. Good to see all the dog owners no matter how life is treating them looking after their pets so well.

[@schatzeeone6230]

There are plenty of people in your situation in the US too. My mother had leukemia about 20 years ago, and our government paid for her top-notch treatment in its entirety (even finding a charity that flew her there in a private plane), including a bone marrow transplant and supported her for months afterward during her recovery, as she had no health insurance. Every year, we spend $30 billion on government subsidized housing, $750 billion on subsidized healthcare for those over age 65, and another $580 billion on healthcare for those under 65. That’s a little less than half of the GDP for the entirety of your country, and we haven’t even talked about what we spend on Welfare or the SNAP (food stamp) programs yet. Giving things away obviously doesn’t stop people from becoming homeless. It makes politicians feel better about themselves, but fixes nothing.

[@magentaangel5531]

Tony, I'm with you on that. We are so blessed in the UK to get free healthcare...

[@jayfack7536]

I'm an American living and working in the UK and I'm so happy to hear that my tax money is hard at work for people like you ♡

[@leehollebon3393]

Tony do you have a email address be nice to see how your doing mate

[@calliejoirish1312]

Prayers for you Tony. 💓

[@soosansuryawan1599]

Thank you for being human and recognizing those who have become invisible. I've been watching the you tube channel called Invisible People, where a man who was once homeless and gives voice to those who have none. I was wondering why more people don't expose the horrific conditions that millions of Americans are experiencing. Certainly main stream does not cover the magnitude of the situation. Thank you for not only covering it, but doing so with such compassion and kindness 🙏💚

[@pf4773]

I'm blown away by this documentary. The Ph.D. candidate in engineering who has been homeless for a year, with no free time, but somehow making time to start up a youth shelter...what an extraordinary person. His humility, balance, sensitivity, and wisdom (not just intelligence) is breathtaking. OMG, I'm so touched by so many of these people. Truly we are broken in our USA society in how poorly we distribute our immense wealth. Some of the Scandinavian and European countries, I'm sure along with some others, get the idea of making sure that no one goes hungry and no one is homeless. Here, we think of these endeavors as "socialist," just like universal health care. Really, it does not have to be such a black or white model.

[@lokeshshankkarappa118]

He payed Lisa a great compliment that he felt therapeutic talking to her God Bless Lisa ...Hope he gets his PhD and Everybody gets a home!!!!

[@MaryMartinez-ob2mk]

I agree with every word you wrote.👉 Your comment was the best of all the rest.👏❤✌

[@nataliemaxwell4292]

Everyone single person in this documentary is a truly amazing human being. Everyone has a story everyone has a past these people are so strong and have amazing outlook on life, i wish them all the best on there journey in life

[@jennywu73]

San Francisco has a huge homeless population. Rent is high. $3k for a one bedroom apartment. I know two people living in a van. And they work at Twitter.

[@NickanM]

Domestic_Goddess Artist *Shocking....*

[@nadianikolova5374]

Domestic_Goddess Artist 3k for one bedroom apartment?But this is insane.😨

[@RGE_Music]

Leaving California for better pastures

[@debbiepotter4592]

Well then I guess I would move already. That’s exactly what I had to do

[@rosamandaflores5408]

Its so sad...just unbelieveable

[@DanielCantinero]

This opened up my eyes tremendously this was beautifully done and the host was very empathetic and professional.

[@brettjohnson9088]

Lisa B. is wonderful. The way she interacts and gives value to everyone she speaks to shows her compassion. Asking their name, always responding with a smile, spreads hope. She models the way we all should be. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@Eva-123-v4w]

I agree. She is an amazing reporter!

[@rooneye]

Cop seems like a genuinely good dude. Not just acting for the cam you can tell these people really like him and appreciate what he does for them.

[@chadjay828]

I can tell why he gets the respect he does those people are unfortunately homeless and don’t want the drug users or drug dealers making it even harder on them so by having him constantly patrolling it helps the homeless feel just a little more safe

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

Credit is the reason for the homeless epidemic.. back b4 they didn't rent due to your credit score you could pay weekly rent. Ruin your credit one time and you can be like these people

[@HailTheFun]

@@jennifersuzannebk5149 Homelesness was intentionally created. By funding 40% of a city's budget on law enforcement and less than 1% on mental health resources, community outreach programs, rehabilitation centers, etc etc. Nobody helps the poor because the poor are mostly Black and Brown. When segregation ended, guess who had all the houses, the equity, the jobs. White people. Guess who enforced violence against the poor, waging a war on 'drugs'? Police. So poor neighborhoods had worse jobs, worse schools (because property taxes are funding those) etc. THEY created this. It doesn't matter if this cop seems like a good dude. He upholds a racist institution that evolved from slave patrols. And it's soaking up every city's budget instead of fixing the root cause of this homelessness and violence - safety, housing, food, education...basic human needs that aren't being met. We can fund endless wars but can't turn abandoned buildings into homeless shelters. Right. The government is the reason for this homeless epidemic. It always has been.

[@delishme2]

@@HailTheFun What are you doing to redress it other than virtue signalling and empowering your disempowerment ?? Yes we know the history. You preach like I or others, haven't heard this story 1000 times. So my question to you, is what are YOU going to do about it ? How are YOU going to change the status quo for yourself and/or for others ?. Here is a fun fact, a person's skin colour does NOT shield you from trauma, adversity or pain. It may have been the cause of much suffering, but there are a million ways to hurt my friend, and a million reasons to stay in victim consciousness and miss your calling. To think that personal pain is the prerogative of black and brown people, so is being deliberately churlish and obtuse. And racing to the furthest point of marginalisation just so you can voice it, ultimately achieves didly squat. Each of us is a sovereign being, each of us, face life with challenges. You cannot see anothers heart by looking at their skin. It most definitely helps yourself best in life, when YOU are colour blind and YOU don't lose your humanity either. And each of us has the power of our own destiny within our grasp. It's up to each of us, what we do with it. Good luck to you on the journey. I hope you find the confidence to rise above and offer a hand up as you go. But don't let the shit drag you down, use it to define the best version of yourself possible. 🙏😊

[@jimcarrington6744]

Wow people here sure are ignorant, pretending to know it all! 40 years as a disabled veteran, & I've been homeless 30 years. I was in this area when the pandemic hit, but had to leave, with no bathrooms. Ignorance is bliss, so I will not correct any of these comments. If one of your 'good' cops would arrest me, I would refuse to leave their jail. America refuses to house their disabled & elderly, who are the vast majority of the homeless. Americans do not appreciate the cost of their freedom, as that price has been paid for them, by folks like me. Please do not pretend there is help, as we have MANY who make a good living by pretending, but none who help.

[@Rayzor714]

We need more Caring, upstanding cops like Officer Deon Joseph.

[@Umoronz]

Lisa is the most humbled soul and beautiful I haven't seen in a while.thanks God bless all

[@lindahughes9207]

I like how Lisa looks at them as human beings as they should be, her talking to them and giving them hugs, genuinely cares about them, bless her she's so sweet! Wishing these people she interviewed only the best, I have been homeless before it sucks.

[@neesee520]

I was adopted and as an adult began a search for my birth mother. In 2010, I found out that she had been living in Skid Row in Los Angeles after traveling there from Tucson, Arizona. (Where I was born) Unfortunately, I found her name listed on L.A. County's Unclaimed Person's Registry. My mother collapsed on a side walk in Skid Row and was rushed to a hospital. She died 2 weeks later. I have a special place in my heart for the homeless in Skid Row or anywhere. My dear mother was alone when she died and unclaimed for 7 years until I found her and called the person assigned to her case who removed her name off the list immediately. I wish I would've found her sooner and then maybe I could have helped her stay off the streets.

[@marysamson9228]

Aww man, I am sooo sorry!! That's coo you found her. And yes her name is off that list. I've been wanting to go to Venice Beach, Santa Monica etc .. but I am only one person. I don't have friends really to help me set up to feed the them. It's something I've always wanted to do. My plan is to cook fried chicken, rice n beans, beverages water of course n soda, Kool-aid and blankets. I don't kno where to start n who can help me prep and cook.

[@neesee520]

@@marysamson9228 I've thought about doing that too.

[@marysamson9228]

@@neesee520 dude, I was sooo hoping you would respond. Awesome!! Thanks for responding back. Yes, it's something I've always wanted to do. I've watch utubers ask/ interview them. Peanut butter n jelly with no water nor any beverage don't really help. Well, when I did have friends, lol.. I ask them if they can help by they drive while I drop food off nor help me prep the food nor help me buy the groceries, smh.. nah.. they were to damn booshie!! I cant do it on my own. Hmm, one day...

[@marysamson9228]

Oh wow, I didn't realize you wrote this a week ago. My deepest condolences!!

[@neesee520]

@@marysamson9228 Thanks it's been sometime though.

[@OzarkBuck]

That black officer must have the patience of a saint he wants to help all those people that he knows his hands are tied to a point we need more cops just like him that my friends is a good cop

[@michaellewis2133]

The plight of homelessness in America is shocking. California, probably has the largest homeless population in the Nation.....(?)! This is happening all across the United States of America. Why has this been allowed to happen in America? God, bless our displaced brethren. Amen!

[@Mr.Eldric]

I stumbled onto this vid. Just letting youtube play. The policeman was fantastic. Ive never heard a policeman talk like that about his job, his friends on the row. Wow. What a man. Legend.

[@vegantattoo7292]

Thanks SO much for doing this documentary! I was homeless on the street in Sherman Oaks for a few years. We lived along the L.A. River (aqueduct) next to the freeway. I was born and raised in the valley and lived there over 40 years before I became homeless. The one thing that bothered me the most about it was becoming invisible. I was still the same person inside but because of the way I looked, or the fact that I was digging in the dumpster, people wouldn't look at me when I said "good morning". It was a difficult time in my life but the experience was priceless. It surely made me a better person. It was really hard at the beginning before I met the others that showed me the ropes....where to shower, how to recycle, where to get food, etc. I met some of the most creative, intelligent and wonderful people I've ever known out there. It has been 13 years since then, I'm back on my feet, working 40+ hours a week, paying bills and a mortgage ((sigh)). Thanks for this trip down memory lane. It made me smile.

[@Adrian-zd4cs]

I always joked that on my first experience of Chicago that I hated it because the only nice people I met were the homeless.... Born and raised in Alabama.. 10+ years in nursing then 5 years as a travel nurse I eventually fell in love with Chicago because I was able to fully experience it and myself had experienced very down times.. living in my car etc... I understand and see how you felt feeling invisible.. Being southern I spoke to everyone I saw on the streets of Chicago and the ones who responded with a smile were the homeless. Much love

[@LssnLrnd]

Thank you. Inspiring. Relatable.

[@kofukuebisu7568]

My family and I are really close to being homeless. We are lucky that our paychecks are enough for the bills. I hope people show more compassion for the homesless people and help them out.

[@louiswoodardjr2038]

Kofuku Ebisu + Sorry 😐 To Heat That Your Close To Homeless, God Bless You;Keep The Faith.... Stay Loose & Remember America Is Lasting Long Lasting.🗽🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸🙏🏾

[@leehollebon3393]

Do you have a email address I would like to keep in touch with you

[@amerahgrace5693]

Jesus will help you.Just gotta ask and believe ❤️

[@metallicphoenix9615]

I don’t mind having compassion for the homeless but I’d need to find out what the ‘drug’ and ‘panhandle’ corners are first so that when I do give when I have a career after college then I’ll know that it’s being given to someone who actually NEEDS the help and doesn’t just WANT to have help for their personal gain. ❤️

[@justshady]

Alot of americans are one check away from being homeless, debt up to their eyeballs.

[@maureengordon309]

This young lady has the perfect personality to do these interviews. Well done.

[@hankypanda]

agree, she is so gentle without being patronizing. everyone seemed happy to talk with her and at ease. I cried when she hugged the woman in the beginning who said she doesn't like to touch others but she'll let her squeeze her. so sweet.

[@splinterbyrd]

She has the right personality for a very good story. I'm sure she means well, but this is entertainment, and they're the cabaret

[@lindles777]

She really does. Very sweet demeanor.

[@PAULLONDEN]

@@splinterbyrd Ah ... come on ..... I'm cynical too , but this is a valid news story. All media is is some way entertainment. If it was boring no one would watch .

[@splinterbyrd]

@@PAULLONDEN I hope so. PS Unless you're very very sure of your ground, *never* speak to the media

[@babs2424-p8e]

Thanks so much for this documentation. The best, i've watched so far. You are showing those people for what they are, human beings and you threat them with respect. You listen to them and giving them a voice. I live in Germany, i' am 62 years old and i've been homeless two times when i was in young age. Every day i thank God and cherish my home. I know what live can be. Because i always want to understand thinks and i look also on the other side, i've been watching and looking videos about this homeless in the USA. I was married to an American and was supposed to go with him to the states, when i was in my twenty. Because already thinks wasn't going to good between us, i refused. Today i know i made the right decision with me being very sick. Thanks again and sending positive thoughts and wishes from Germany.

[@AS-xi9df]

When I was in the army I lived in Germany for around eight years and when I would see a homeless person I would always give them a cigarette and a few euros. I am living back in the UK now and I am grateful to be living in small apartment to call my own 🇩🇪 🇬🇧 👊 👍

[@bereal6590]

Best wishes from the uk ✌

[@deborrastrom8559]

Love that UCLA guy living in his car, working on his PHD, helping the shelter people.

[@belindamcdaniel8681]

He can write a book about his experience. That's going to be one of the few things to save him. Unfortunately people believe that a university education guarantees you a job. Look at all the homeless with degrees. Look at how many people are in massive debt over universities/colleges. That's why the educated turn their nose up at you when you don't kiss their a**. They're pissed they had to become indebted over it.

[@matrix2678]

Meanwhile Gold is stored in vault which is 350 feet in length, 100 feet wide (35,000 sq feet of floor space) and is over 8 feet in height.

[@anthonyroberson5199]

Theirs a difference between being homeless and a bum. Grant it alot of people have more obstacles to overcome

[@anthonyroberson5199]

@@belindamcdaniel8681 Homeless can happen to anyone!!!! In my case it turned into the mindset of being a bum.

[@anthonyroberson5199]

Beyond smart!!!! Plus with real world experience!!! He's got to have a amazing long term plan

[@walterayala682]

“I have a high school diploma and a college degree” that is actually so terrifying to hear as a college student

[@alyours2889]

Very sad...but with an education he needs to pack his bags and go in a different part of the country...staying there brings depression...which often leads to drug use followed by poverty and on and on!

[@jackjackthompson5771]

Indeed, very cruel world, no one is safe

[@trees6543]

Drugs...

[@susank.4945]

Not to mention the PHD student in his car....it REALLY depends on what your degree is, do you ABSOLUTELY need a degree to do what you want to do, and how much is it going to cost you?

[@susank.4945]

@@alyours2889 Agreed, LA is just too damn expensive.

[@maryellwood3653]

It's such an eye opener, these people are so resourceful and brave when you consider how afraid they must be, especially at night. It's a full time job they have to find safe shelter, food, somewhere to wash and keep clean, and some of them then go to work. It really makes you stop and think.

[@LenBranson]

Lisa Biagiotti... thankyou! You have a beautiful spirit, wonderful to see you connect! Just to think this is years ago... the homeless situation now is even worse... :( time for a follow up?

[@elizabethstevenson9881]

That man police officer is sent by God and he is doing His work.

[@AdamDaviesSussex]

The logical person would question the need for God to send a police officer over the need to prevent the issues addressed. I was Christian, then I read the bible.

[@MoodIndigoNL]

If there is a God, he is a cruel one. Homeless, houseless, living in RVs and cars, on streets and other public places... If God needs this to test their faith and that of others who are willing to help, He cannot be just, He cannot be fair. The suffering these people on the streets have to go through, it is inhumane. But I guess it is easy to refer to God, sitting in a warm house with your belly full of warm foods and drinks, knowingly that this will never happen to yourself. Moreover, this policeman never spoke of any God or religiously driven motive. He considers this his job and he genuinely cares for the people on the streets.

[@stevebsternberg5401]

@@ihuffandipuff /t:ggg::g:':b

[@bigboy9983]

This work is too dirty for God. Had to send someone else

[@heyhey11793]

That cop is a special man. Definitely couldn’t do what he does.

[@bassmusicman2034]

Cyn wow...this is so sad... I couldn’t have done his job... takes a special kind of person

[@rudystraight1750]

Ur gorgeous

[@ryanmanton9280]

God bless that police officer 👍👍👍

[@AlanaBananaCanada]

Yeah, but hes definitely lying to himself about the causes of homelessness... racism? Right. Its drugs and lawlessness. He knows it.

[@MrsReelz]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@toneill3818]

I disagree with a lot of the comments on here relating to how the lady conducted her interviews. I felt she showed a lot of warmth that allowed these poor people to feel normal and able to talk freely in her presence. She didnt look down at them or judge, and I think some viewers have misinterpreted her approach as demeaning which is wrong. If it was the case she would have been chased after meeting a wall of silence. People arent soft, they know sincerity and she offered it in bucket loads.

[@simplyk6965]

P O'Neill I agree, I doubt the people she interviewed would have felt comfortable if she had a serious or pitying demeanour.

[@Codyjb818]

Very true

[@kangeroobru]

Well said. I had watched a few other films before this one, and they all focused on the bad. Lisa's approach aimed for the good instead of hunting for the monsters, and she did a fantastic job.

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

I think it was her JOB to show compassion, and she did her job very well. but I think if you pulled back a layer.. she didn't really want to be there and she was probably disgusted by the whole thing. Those were just The Vibes I got from the interview but as far as gaining "those poor people" trust as one commenter put it. She was a professional.

[@cateyes9205]

Sheila Outside & Travel totally agree with what u said. Some of these folks, well . . .

[@Jo-rr2xs]

It just shows that you must never judge others as you don't know their circumstances. Good luck to all those shown on this video.

[@jenniferromero571]

Just remember, no matter the story. These guys still choose to be on the street. Most have no excuse.

[@helenahall4893]

@Jennifer, I would caution making that assumption. There are many people who got Sick, lost a job, or spouse died. You don’t choose to be on the street, sometimes it’s the only option you have. Lastly, as a healthcare professional, there are many who suffer mental illness and are undiagnosed.

[@chinaman4042]

@@helenahall4893 good for you for your words of wisdom but I don't have that type of kindness for judgemental people like that.A great amount of these people don't want to be out there and you can tell if people took out the time to see.A giant issue also is the mentally challenge ones have become accustomed.but for her to lump everyone in that category.tell her to try it out for one night.these people are surviving and are strong .

[@josephmccracken8286]

@@jenniferromero571 Exactly

[@josephmccracken8286]

Homeless people are ghetto eeeew

[@juliecaponehaynes6202]

The Asian young man is an exceptional strong man! Blessings to him

[@thestormchasingconservativ6999]

He actually works for NASA now ❤🚀🌎👨🏽‍🚀🛰🛸🌔⭐🌚

[@AntiMasonic93]

Yeah, it was surprising to see him homeless. Crazy!

[@markl7752]

I was thinking the same thing, what a man.

[@razorsharplifestyle101hard9]

Just goes to show you can be college student somewhere and not have means for rent.of time for your studies and pay rent at the same time.

[@s_yagiz4276]

That police officer is a modern day hero god bless you brother

[@AnyaIzmailova]

His heart is in the right place. However, study after study has shown that putting people in jail for nonviolent offenses is futile, ethically questionable & fiscally wasteful. Treatment + work skills + education + integration back into society/support are the changes needed.

[@moqpoq]

A walking angel

[@cindybrites5158]

“I’m not homeless...I’m houseless, homeless is a state of mind” 🙌🏼

[@davidellis5141]

Another State Of Mind , Social Distortion

[@eipnvn3976]

Wasn't the phrase 'home free'?

[@honeyleefraser9785]

Lovely sentiment, Doesn't change shit.

[@razorsharplifestyle101hard9]

@@honeyleefraser9785 Real talk.

[@INFJ2]

Hope that makes you feel better at night

[@RedHanded1969]

Such a cool, calm reporter, allows ppl to open up.. A different views on street life & homelessness.. Open my eyes..

[@CamilleLMacLean]

This is so we'll done. I love how she interacts with people giving them respect, understanding, and compassion. 💜💜💜

[@pablioangelo3953]

Hi Camille.

[@jenniferdellacalce5617]

Yes,lots of comments on here saying shes acting fake & I'm over here just thinking how brave & kind she is to these people.

[@LarryBird2233]

That guy is everything a cop should strive to be. Rock on brother.

[@kazminhenkin]

My English professor Dr.Mitch slept in his truck for some time while getting his PhD. I can tell the guy in this video is doing good things, he had a stoic attitude and I appreciate his honesty and drive. 💪🏼💎

[@clemg6565]

THANKS LISA TO SHOW PEOPLE, THE REAL WOLD WE LEAVE IN.

[@mikegordon6404]

Good doc. I didn't mind Skid Row that much. Everyone living there was too busy being sick to attack me. I opted for the Beach most nights tho. Lifeguard tower No17. It's hardest to see from the walkway at night. in Santa Monica. Cops won't mess with you after the Chevron station. The ones dug in on the Beach are crazier than you would think. But if you sleep there long enough the lifeguards are nice if you're polite and pack up by 8. You're neighbors will change over the weeks. In city always had the most variables. A starving artist sounds glamorous but believe me it's not. Get your shit together before moving to LA or NYC. Trust me on this. Can you fight three people at once? Then you don't have a quarter of what it takes to go with out a home. Good Luck to any in this situation. Three things. Stay sober! If you're gonna survive you need to be alert. 2, Gym membership. Which means shower to stay clean and a locker to keep decent clothes. which brings me to 3. The trick to being homeless is not looking homeless. Many more doors will be open for you if you don't look and smell like piss. GL and God bless.

[@Dan4x2282]

Tales from a man who sounds like he knows !!!

[@LuvYrGurlAsh]

Michael James hey we kno exactly what your talking me and boyfriend were homeless for 14 months in east hollywood because my boyfriend wantedto move there after he finished school to work for Espn he had no car no money no degree his whole family said hed never do it well 8 days after his 29th birthday he got work with Espn work wasnt fulltime as he would have liked but he did it after we slept on Concrete We lived from July 2013 August 2014 14 months total we kept clean as much as we could use local park rec bathroom shampoo brush teeth wed used Camping bath wipes from the 99cent store that helped alot and bird baths we had storage and monthly passes and we went alll over La we didnt just stay put during the day Who says People on Welfare are Lazy the place where we slept the people were nice to us and never called the Cops we give you alot of credit n wish we knew you then we got a ticket for sleeping in santa monica when we first got there Cops was Suprised when l said l just wanta use the shower in the morning cuz l had work at a Radio station the next day still gave me aticket after that we found are way to east hollywood and just use that area to sleep plus we made really goood people to count on my boyfriend still works for espn tho its scarce he hopes to make fulltime mean went into photography for himself no work yet but like You and Him doesn't quit we wish you the best even now that your not homeless we used to give people advice on how to use the subway sad when people who live dnt know their way around we never stayed where we slept like every homeless we looked for work or when sight seeing around the area when not looking for work my boyfriend ants to move back to La this time not homeless did your starving artist plan work out like my boyfriends did for him he went back to school for a lst responder well write us back its cool to know someone like you who went through the same thing for what they wanted

[@mikegordon6404]

As you well know, an artists process is never done. If you're not evolving you're dying. As far as LA? No it was all bad. I went against the Great Magnet. And you'll find if you go against the grain, an impending doom may go with. On a bright side I'm starting a youtube channel titled First Person Street Survival. It's a first person perspective of not only surviving but getting off of the streets. I'm doing it in NYC. There's just not enough practical info out there. Mostly just interviews of homeless people. I'm glad your SO got the job. GL to you both. Never forget your dreams. Waking up with regret will never go away! No way to live. Kudos to your man. and you for sticking with him. GL to you both. Michael James :)

[@LuvYrGurlAsh]

Hi Michael My boyfriend wanted to know if we can all be friends, Thank you and GL to you as well. =) or maybe Fb buddies facebook.com/Simmygurl8529

[@mikegordon6404]

Sure. I'm not on FB tho. I'm Michael James on Twitter. The main pic is Richard Pryor in Brewsters millions. lol I love that movie

[@JaredDoesStuffandThings]

I've never watched anything for over an hour on youtube. This was entertaining, informative and heart breaking.

[@HBK970]

Go watch "Carts of Darkenss", you're welcome.

[@heviutza]

You clearly have not been on the good side of KZbin then. There are many, many good documentaries to watch on. Just explore and you will see

[@igot5onit423]

I've watched three hour-long podcast on here multiple times.. Mostly Joe Rogan I have a feeling that's going to change now😔

[@AntiMasonic93]

I watched movies over a hour on KZbin.

[@sparrowprince3432]

Entertaining? 🤦‍♂️

[@hollycourtney221]

The police officer doing the tour of skid row is awesome and a prime example of what police officers and people who serve and protect should behave like! I wish him well and lots of positive recognition!

[@michaelrobitaille4515]

Absolutely

[@LONEWOLF-rq5tl]

You're very pretty by the way,just thought I'd tell you that!

[@hollycourtney221]

@@LONEWOLF-rq5tl Lol, thank you 🙏🏻

[@emmaalvarez1617]

Yes mostly God's angels protection.

[@mmcc8022]

Wish we had cops like that in Liverpool England holly

[@ScruffyIsMyName]

"So you see, you can be a police officer without being a jerk." What a bloody legend. Can we please have more of him.

[@DontStress]

that black cop was a lovely bloke. we need more cops like him.

[@sb7840]

He sure was! I don't think I've ever seen such a caring police officer. Which they were all that way! That's a real man & a great role model.

[@checkerchubbie8867]

Wake up... its just camera... light.... and..... 😢 heartbreaking from another perspective... reporting is one thing... bringing across the msg another... may God bless us all

[@90trek90]

he was special really. amazing guy.

[@jpc123ful]

How many cops do you personally know Dontstess? How do you know most cops aren't like him? Seriously..how many times have you ridden along with inner city police officers? In my opinion your comment was kind but shows your bias against police officers.

[@cateyes9205]

jpc123ful it's really not that deep...

[@jsmith5509]

Hats off to Officer Joseph and to Louis the PHD student who wants to open a youth homeless shelter.

[@mariavilleda5086]

All over the world

[@itswhatyoumakeit6950]

This young man, he's going to achieve greatness. Living in his car and trying to take care of other kids.

[@stevencable39]

Thank you for narrating an exceptional take and shining a lense on the homelessness and neighbors in our localities who seem to take to you quite nicely and for all of the guest you included in this message and documentary of what it is like and giving them a voice in an arts district community where you have shot this feature piece!

[@55Ariz]

We lived in an apt in west Los Angeles. The owner of the bldg was a lovely woman who inherited the apt bldg and was a multi millionaire. She believed in passing on her good fortune to others and charged very reasonable rent. A real class act. Sadly she got too old to run the bldg so her family got an awful mgmt co. To take over. We were wrongfully evicted along with several other tenants. It was rent controlled. So they needed to vacate the units so they could Double the rent. It was disgusting. I was lucky. I was able to buy a house outside the city. My roommates were not so lucky and became homeless. Very sad. They had to stay in la to work. So they live behind the Ralph’s market now. I go back one week a month and get a motel and they pitch in So They get a roof for a week. The home I bought is 90 miles out of LA. So too far for them to go to work. Really sad. All just so some pathetic greedy inhuman ‘property mgr’. Could make brownie points. A story that has played out thousands of times in LA.

[@uhuraenterprise6372]

You're a very good friend🙂

[@debbieandrews667]

I know! There are so..... many factors that add to becoming homeless but until you experience it or know someone else situation you really can't speak about this problem. Some airhead from another country had the nerve to say that if the homeless quit using credit cards and quit living obove their means will cure the homeless situation! $%-,,8'%m??. SHE MUST NOT HAVE WATCHED THE VIDEO!!!!!!!! Because if she did she would seen that there are Drs. , LAWYERS and other professionals that are homeless!( I,M PRETTY SURE THEY CAN AFFORD TO PAY THEIR CREDIT CARDS) WE need ppl to have compassion for this situation and willing to put in the work to come up with so solutions!!!!!!!! I GAVE BACK AND OPPENED MY DOORS TO HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Nick-kw9oz]

@@debbieandrews667 DR'S AND LAWYERS ARE HOMELESS? And you believe them because they told you they were doctors huh? I had a homeless guy tell me ALL KINDS of lies. Thats kinda there thing, its what they do, they lie and do drugs. If you take drug addiction and drinking out of the equation about 90% of the homeless would be off the streets and we would actually be able to afford to take care of the rest.

[@thabom9791]

"90 miles out of LA. So too far for them to go to work". In China, because of the bullet train and an efficient transport system, people regularly commute between major cities such as Shanghai and Beijing (where rent is expensive) and the suburbs and other towns and villages 100 miles away. If only, we had such an efficient system! But this is not a priority for our corrupt politicians, especially the GOPs!

[@bambinaforever1402]

I do not comprehend at all - so all of u were working and renting, when rent contract ended u somehow were willing to move to a place u could afford and the rest of them preferred to become homeless but stay where they are. Who is here to blame? Certaainly not the owner of the building who re entitled to use THEIR PROPERTY THE WAY THEY WANT. if they wanted they could put it to the ground or make a homeless shelter or close it and keep it empty - IT IS THEIRS!!!! Your homeless buddies have MADE A CHOICE. noone here is to blame for their living arrangements.

[@RGthadog420]

I been there homeless in LA for a year as a 26 years old and now I'm parent and 29 and have a home for my child I'm so glad I had bad times cuz it's all good times now

[@MIZORAM_mafaka_hnamte]

Good luck and wish you all the best

[@ladybug4408]

Knowing struggle keeps you humble to appreciate the simple things in life. I've known financial struggle from growing up poor and I've known emotional struggle so to me being at peace and having contentment is worth more than gold.

[@regijaynes]

This is one of the best reports I have ever seen on homelessness. Great, great job!

[@ericbiedenbach2590]

Beautiful work! You did such a great job of maintaining the peoples’ dignity!

[@diane9247]

Lisa's honesty, curiosity and kindness toward the subjects was a real treat. Well done!

[@hazeltropix1170]

I used to live in the streets in Venice by choice at 18 years old. This video touched my heart and really put a truthful eye to homeless and houselessness. Thank you for being so human and understanding. That’s what this world needs. The video is beautifully done.

[@WellerNFriends]

Hey Hazel, This video truly touching and genuine! I cant imagine how it must feel like to be homeless but I try to understand it and help the homeless in my area! Feel free to stop by as I would appreciate your feedback on what it is like to be homeless and how I can help others. Have a great day and I hope your doing wonderful today! 😊

[@lolasmom5816]

If u choose to live that way you can't complain about it

[@hazeltropix1170]

@@lolasmom5816 I agree! I actually enjoyed living freely without a home in Venice because I wanted to see what it would be like to have nothing. I truly am not complaining on my behalf. However I was surrounded by people who did not choose it and who were incredible people and I think that awareness around homelessness is important.

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

Credit is the reason for the homeless epidemic.. back b4 they didn't rent due to your credit score you could pay weekly rent. Ruin your credit one time and you can be like these people

[@Ok-xw4el]

Dude you guys are the heart of Venice beach. I love you dude💕 I can smell the boardwalk..the incense..and hear the 🎶🥁🥁🥁 😌😌

[@comeforme9457]

10:35 when the sisters say "im warning you, he talks alot of nonsense" . but then he proceeds to drop a lot of factual data about homless statistics.

[@bbace87]

Do you think maybe they were afraid he would say something the sisters are trying to hide? Criminal activity or something. Because I thought the same thing. I kept waiting for the nonsense to come but he seemed totally logical.

[@comeforme9457]

@@bbace87 I dont think so, i just think that maybe the sisters were a little bit uneducated and maybe found his insightfulness confusing. that or maybe he does drugs and sometimes loses his shit. lol

[@rachaeldangelo1337]

@@comeforme9457 thats what i think he probably does meth and depending on how long hes been awake his mind starts to slip away from reality i have several meth addicts in my family and i can say at day 3 or 4 of being awake they start saying some crazy shit

[@nkiru61]

I expected nothing less from Jesus. ☺️

[@daliasdailydose5897]

He was very insightful!

[@susanscott5957]

Absolutely love the way she talks and makes people feel comfortable and happy! Thank you for the kind way of sharing this video with us 👍✌️😘

[@mrwalle4u]

A very moving documentary. Lisa Biagiotti has the biggest heart, humble, kind and a great soul. My prayers and heart go out to those struggling on the streets. Respect.

[@MeeMee-gz5vp]

“Life is not hard, it’s just a challenge.” Truest words ever spoken.

[@arlenesheffield1136]

Life can be very very hard. Yes it's just a challenge but that challenge can also be hard. It's different for everybody.

[@vivdoolan6846]

Its the same thing lol

[@THEULTIMATETROLL]

"hard" ... "a challenge" Pointless semantics resulting in mental gymnastics.

[@susanarsoniadou3588]

No challenge is easy

[@SublimeSynth]

they say people who perceive nearly meaningless quotes as profound suffer from a low IQ

[@JohnManderMarketing]

The cop on skid row is the definition of someone who protects and serves the people. If all cops were like him things would be very different!

[@JosH-lu1dy]

It looks like an outdoor prison where people commit themselves, and he's the cool prison guard.

[@jennifersuzannebk5149]

Credit is the reason for the homeless epidemic.. back b4 they didn't rent due to your credit score you could pay weekly rent. Ruin your credit one time and you can be like these people

[@JosH-lu1dy]

​@@jennifersuzannebk5149 "There's a lot of money in poverty, haha", as the politicians say (in private).

[@Floridamangaming729]

well then maybe yall should start funding them with proper training and education of the job. rather then defunding them. do you think the bullets in there gun just appear out of thin air?

[@randallalton6310]

Totally. I have become disgusted with the Police in general the last few years, it's good to be reminded that not *all* cops are bastards. Just 99% of them. This guy is awesome.

[@sonjavogel1137]

As Europeans we are visiting LA and Hollywood at the moment after having traveled Latin-America for 5 months. On our travels we have never been as shocked and dumbfounded as here in LA. We are trying to understand how one of the richest countries in the world can let things get so bad. The number of homeless and often mentally-ill people is so incredibly high that we do not understand why it does not cause a nationwide outrage and a common effort to tackle these problems. We are seriously trying to understand why this is not happening. We have been talking to different people who live here in LA and have been watching documentaries on it. I really admire the way the host of this LA Times documentary approached homeless people showing so much respect and empathy. However, we are still at a loss to understand why this could have got so bad and so little seems to be done about it!

[@arlenedower9410]

This was beautifully done, "homeless" is always thought of as dirty, addiction and everything "less" than a person we consider as fortunate. The people she spoke to on the streets were wiser and more down to earth than those who have more. Lisa made me realise the only difference between me and these amazing people is bills.

[@jcosson10]

There are a ton of homeless people that are there because of traumas and lack of opportunities that have amounted to drug use causing them to be homeless. There’s a lot more of those then working class homeless

[@mysonandme8424]

yeah but surely you realize it is less than fortunate, riddled with addiction and dirty. it's not something to strive to and our fellow humans aren't talking about how great it is. i mean, you can stop working, get rid of the bills and start walking into the night...but something tells me you probably won't. so patronizing.

[@bambinaforever1402]

@@mysonandme8424 once i saw a dude with a sign on his t shirt : no kids no job no house= no problem. So please, being homeless is a choice unless a person has mental problems

[@siadawn]

@@bambinaforever1402 Wow. You see _one_ person with such a sign and assume *everyone* who is homeless is the exact same person. Yes, _some_ might initially choose that way of life...until it swallows them whole. Like Christopher McCandless, in the movie, "Into the Wild." His decision to live that way _was_ a choice. (A choice that, ultimately, took his life, btw.) *Most* other homeless people...it is _not_ a "choice." They don't have "fun" while living on the streets: being assaulted (and sometimes murdered) in their sleep; being kicked and spit on - did you know people _spit_ on the homeless? Or, did you know that people steal their SHOES while they _sleep_ just so they'll have to walk on broken _glass_ and sometimes _worse_ until they can get a *new* pair??? (And it's not like they can just go to Target or Wal-Mart and *buy* a new pair...I mean, you must be blind to the suffering of these folks. Homeless women are raped; homeless men, assaulted - and, like I said, often murdered. Living on the streets _instantly_ drops 25 years from your lifespan. Did you realize that?? People like you tend to paint people who are suffering with the same broad brush strokes and then _actually _*_complain_* that YOU "have to" pay bills. Wha- ??? 😅Yeah - as if _they_ somehow *forced* you to have to pay _their_ way LOL. People complain about "paying their taxes," _saying_ they "OWN them because they pay taxes." Again...Wha-??? 😂I saw a comment like this earlier today on a different video. The guy said, "I can spit on that guy if I _want_ to. I OWN him. I pay my taxes, so I pay their way." LMFAO!!!! 🤣 Yeah...I'm sure they are very *_grateful_* for all the _food_ _housing assistance_ and _clothing_ they "receive" from that guy. 🙄But they _really _*_would_*_ be_ if they actually DID get help from these so-called tax payers that so generously "foot the bill" for the HOMELESS. If you, yourself, happen to be of this mind, well ...just keep in mind: No one is telling you that you _have_ to pay bills. Or taxes - but if you _don't_ there might be some serious repercussions, LOL. Still...I guess if you plan it right, you, too, can make like McCandless: burn all of your money, cut up your credit cards, sell all of your possessions and donate the rest to charity...and run off to the "wild" or the streets of LA (also pretty "wild" lol), Florida, Las Vegas, or just about anywhere...and see if you still think it is a "choice" in a few years...when you cant seem to find your way back from that h3ll h0le called "homelessness." - *ETA* What you have commented with, about homelessness always being a "choice" because of the _single_ person you saw that had a "sign" something like McCandless would have worn ( because he viewed it as being "FREE" versus being HOMELESS ) is WRONG. It's like "camping." Some people enjoy camping. I hate it. Not everybody has the same tastes in things. "What is normal for the spider is *chaos* for the fly." Ever heard that quote?? You saw *ONE* person wearing such a sign. How many _other_ homeless people have you seen that _did not_ wear "signs" proclaiming their "freedom" from jobs, kids, houses??? Did they look like they were _enjoying_ their circumstances? (I'm not speaking of that 1 guy; I'm talking about the sum total.) I'm sure you've seen many other homeless people in your lifetime. There aren't _many_ who "enjoy" it...of that, I can assure you. You are spreading *misinformation* and that's the issue I have with what you said. Honestly, I don't care what your _personal_ beliefs are but at least know the very real _difference_ between someone _feeling FREE_ and someone being HOMELESS without any options; because there is a *very real* difference; and the difference is between the *person that made a **_choice_* and the person that did not *have* a "CHOICE." So keep your "opinions" to yourself until you learn the difference, please. - *TLDR* Very few people "enjoy" being jobless, homeless, without a vehicle or money...and without a family to fall back on in hard times. Very few people, "enjoy" being HOMELESS. Many had tough life circumstances that landed them in that position. Many such people have histories of *abuse* *sexual exploitation* (usually girls and women; but can absolutely happen to boys, too) and *trauma* - and losses you can only _begin_ to imagine. And, many such people have had HORRIFIC histories...stuff you wouldn't believe. How do I know? I worked in LE (law enforcement) for many years. I've seen some really tragic and horrifying stuff...stuff I could tell you about if you wanted to hear, but that would be an entirely _new_ "novel." 😂 Mental illness (and drug addiction) is not the *only* issue these people are dealing with. And once they are homeless, it can be a very very DIFFICULT "climb" out of that "hole." You would not want to be in their position, period; trust me on this. Bottom line: Please *stop* spreading *misinformation* about these people ...they need our HELP. Not our hatred. ❤

[@sandycuellar3218]

@@mysonandme8424 aq

[@hopezulu6001]

The cute Asian guy living in his car, working on starting a homeless shelter and his PHD. Truly motivating!

[@Nefertiti0403]

Yes. I'd definitely would Marry him. Without a second thought

[@Nefertiti0403]

Very Sexy in his own way

[@raymonds7492]

He could've cooked on the engine

[@PtownMoto]

shut up shallow girl

[@tattben1207]

PtownMoto are those ur trucks and motorcycles and dog on your channel wow

[@jaimeaccardi4573]

Why can't all police be like that beautiful man? God bless him

[@sportsmediaamerica]

A LOT of police ARE like that man. Trust your eyes and instincts and not the lies of media or BLM.

[@taylorsara1237]

@@sportsmediaamerica Bullshit! Most 👮 arr the biggest criminals in the land!! He was an EXCEPTION! Police kill 1000 ppl per yr. While less than 10 👮 are killed each yr by so called criminals!! 👮 are the REAL criminals!

[@bahaleoleosh8153]

🤣🤣💀💀

[@colleenkiss859]

Every bad cop can learn from this guy. We need more of cops like him. He's humble , I'm sure he's saved so many lives.

[@winstonchurchill6418]

That officer is spot on my view of how a police officer should be. Tremendous respect for him and officers like him. You can tell he is really trying to be part of the solution.