Inside East NY Projects (What's It Like Living There?) 🇺🇸

[@PeterSantenello]

Hello everyone, the 1st part of East NY is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnuYmIGlhKuIl9k Content Update: -I have an Amish series coming soon. -I'm hoping to do a series on Appalachia (the left behind part) and Native Americans (hopefully the Navajo Nation but I'm open to other tribes). Do any of you have contacts of interesting characters that want to bring me into Appalachia or the Native American world? If so please email me at: [e-mail] Thanks!

[@BugsyBun]

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[@stoplying1851]

It would be really interesting to see you out in the Kensington area of philly it’s the Walmart of heroin 🤦‍♂️.

[@TagMahirTzedek]

LMAO how you Peter put "CC" for translation

[@Francisco_420]

I was born Crownheights and raised in ENY but left during the early 90's. It was always a rough neighborhood but it doesn't look as bad as it once did. The 70's were good, but the 80's things got fucked up. Believe it or not, NYPD had a hand in making that neighborhood even more dangerous than it was with them getting into the crack game. The 75th was the most disgusting and corrupt cops. They even made a documentary about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5W9knuJnbeUaaM Back in my day it was always diverse, with some Italians and Irish still in the hood. Pitkin ave was mostly Ricans from Doscher st to Crescent ave. The projects were always mostly black. I use to play at the construction site that was Linden Plaza, climbed ropes all the way to the roof. Crazy shit but I loved it back then. Thanks for doing this and letting me look at my old hood. Stay safe.

[@fkillah]

Most impressive part is the man is wearing a hoodie in a NY summer and doesn’t break a sweat

[@UNisNWO]

Thought that too. Much easier to conceal that way

[@robreps8309]

Clearly you have never been in Florida

[@MrMlbfan6]

@@UNisNWO 🤫

[@wadecountybabe]

@@UNisNWO I guess tons of middle aged white kids across the country conealing too? Every teenager I see does this, girls and boys.

[@giniolamy]

Something wrong

[@Lextown100]

The Wutang dude goes on about “all we got is us, gotta take care of each other, this is our community.” Then he just throws his bottle on the grass lol.

[@odeode4338]

People like that is why the shit show will never end. But look for the bright side, the women in the first video, the chicken bros and the old guy from prison. These are change, these are community, these are sincere.

[@ShotByCLM]

Exactly lmao

[@canigetanemail]

Yeah......he's talking about survival and lives. In a place where "people getting shot for no reason" - they've got 99 problems but litter aint 1. ;-)

[@FrijoleroSamurai]

@Chrystal Ball a racist is never far from the stink.

[@infinitydreamzz]

@@FrijoleroSamurai that word has been trivialised. Everyone we disagree with is a r.... Seriously, no.

[@gtmante]

"A closed mouth doesn't get fed. So talk to someone when you're going through tough times and you'll get help". Good words from the OG

[@mattsoule7589]

A closed mouth don't get fed. This guy is amazing. Asking people to ask for help. Love it!

[@lf1496]

I grew up in the projects in the South Bronx and my cousins lived in these projects in East New York. Our parents kept our home spotless, all of us had love and our neighbors were like our family. Our elders were everything. The honor code of the streets is real. People had multiple jobs hustles putting food on the table. I live in Rome now married to a Sicilian/ Roman in a lovely apartment in Rome's city center. But seeing this makes me oddly homesick. People don't understand that as hard as the streets are, there's so much love and beauty. The projects made me, no matter what Universities I went to, no matter where I am in the world the people of these neighborhoods in NYC are forever the biggest part of me. Respect and love from a Bronx Puerto Rican Cuban B-girl in Rome 🇵🇷🇨🇺🇮🇹🇺🇲

[@dianepereira1860]

The elder gentleman was insightful about not having any adults to show him how to live a decent life. He looked back on his life and realized if he would have taken a different path in life the outcome would have been vastly different. I liked how he pointed out that there are multiple paths to take in life and each produces a different outcome....whether positive or negative. Hopefully his wisdom may help a younger person learn from his mistakes.

[@tobiasgoldman]

Agreed. The older person was the only one making any sense. It was powerful what he spoke about.

[@zythr9999]

@@tobiasgoldman Butt cheeks?

[@noeledmonds12]

He looks in his 70s

[@voteZDLR]

Sadly most people don't learn by listening -- they learn by experiencing. Then they think they can try to prevent the same thing from happening to others by sharing their story, and I mean maybe it is true in some cases, but most people it's lost on them if their heart is set on doing that sort of thing to begin with. That and in poorer communities especially like it's hard to listen to the old man with nothing and look at the "honest folks" that take a bus to their job that pays them nothing at McDonalds and the only ones who have anything are out there living "that life". It's really sad but the lack of role models that are positive is definitely a huge issue for the black community.

[@Alec-Al]

So very true. I wished he gotten that Metro job, seems he would have been great at it and did well for himself and his family.

[@smthmn]

The OG's story about missing the MTA job 3 months after getting locked up, kinda broke my heart. A job at MTA would've changed his life completely

[@shellbells339]

He's a wise man.

[@JoseGarcia-qm4eu]

For real, it’s sad man one wrong move and you in the wrong path :/

[@8287-r5b]

what is an MTA job? not from the US

[@smthmn]

@@8287-r5b MTA is the transportation company in NYC. So the train and bus system are ran by MTA. Pays well and has good benefits

[@lindenblvd25]

shit in NYC a city job is the shit to have

[@TheMakersinc]

When you watch Peter's videos you almost forget it's a "one man show"! Really good interviews and always good camera shots and always good sound. Not to mention how close his gets with the people he interviews. He puts them at ease while not putting himself in the easiest of situations. Watching his films you just forget that he does everything by himself! That's how incredibly good this is.

[@vc6218]

It needs to be studied! Which ill be doing lol

[@bighank-hi5fu]

This should be called the "No work zone"

[@vonmadeit7395]

Pete. You’re the man bro. Black people love anybody that’s genuine. Thank you for your support in showing who we truly are. The hood is majority regular people. The bad people kidnapped the image but we’re getting it back.

[@marshratoutdoors5952]

I come from the country small town and it seems that we all have the same values of raise our people and get rid of the bad people I think we néed to take some country guys and some guys from hood and have them tak and show how they agree with values it could bring us together so much

[@vonmadeit7395]

@@marshratoutdoors5952 you’re right. But you have different types of country guys and different types of hood dudes. Both are usually publicized in a negative light. But the real people know. We love country white dudes lol they know all the fishing spots 😂

[@cosmicthought3419]

I'm from Eastern Europe, my friend. Just wanted to wish you greatness, respect, support and keep the real friends close, man. Much love!

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

Correct.

[@Tearstank]

@@vonmadeit7395 lol well said

[@Ganglydude]

Our country desperately needs media attention on things like this. Thank you for this

[@wanjirukarago9308]

💯💯💯💯✅

[@upthedown1]

Not really

[@sierrajohnson7300]

Thank you and god bless you for doing this! The TRUTH!!!!!

[@krystianspindler2800]

Yes!

[@tubeslats]

Media attention on what?

[@PracticalOutdoorist]

This is how you make a change in America. Your Documentaries are Excellent. Keep The Passion High Bro!

[@wanjirukarago9308]

Changes- Tupac Shakur

[@lanchparty]

His mom's apartment is so nice. Clean, cute, and inviting. Glad to see this as not a stereotypical "project" apartment people see in movies.

[@ocd000]

All of those buildings looked nice although somewhat utilitarian in the common areas.

[@Alisha1686]

Most of them are very nice inside. You wouldn't be able to tell that upon first glance

[@ananasparachute]

That’s how the vast majority of housing projects are, to my experience.

[@nowrap2144]

Humans stacked up in apartments living pay check to pay check is not pretty nice. When colonizers have acres of empty stolen land for sale

[@justincross7721]

beautiful people, beautiful souls. the sense of community is amazing. this is the real deal, no media trash trying to make us believe something that isnt true. much love and respect

[@nibberd8845]

Dont compare useless people to actually real genuine people who have the best intrest at heart.. these people are destroying lifes enforcing a stupid you have to follow once you life in there.. these are not beautifull people Reality is often dissapointing and these people are just working for the perception of a triving economy socio status looks a like. They are infact incapable of making real handmade things that hold any value

[@nibberd8845]

You set the bar non existent

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

Reality TV is the best.

[@thanos879]

@@nibberd8845 You sound slow. Weirdo you probably haven't been outside in years

[@jacquelinenjeremiahcliff8440]

Amen to that

[@globalprincess489]

I remember years ago when they were going to close down so many libraries. Rapper BK Cashmere gave a press conference and that library is still open until this day. I also remember on Father's Day he used to throw a big party at Von King Park and feed the whole crowd. It meant a lot to me when he saved that library because he was touring all over at one point Japan etc etc and his people called him from California while he was doing shows and he flew in to save my childhood Library

[@huemanexperience1738]

That's a beautiful story ❤️ lends even more Credence to what he speaks.

[@aureliusva]

The real question is does anyone besides the homeless use the library?

[@gregmorgan9989]

Big Blessings to Bk Cashmere

[@culby276]

I wish that was spoken about in the video! Unless I haven’t gotten that far yet to see it.

[@cdoublejj]

Damn thats pretty cool

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

9:06 just throws his bottle on the ground. Yeah brotha real respect for your neighborhood

[@justinw1563]

I was thinking the same thing. Haha It kind of bugged me that he did that after talking about how he loves the neighborhood and what not. He "cares" about the neighbourhood but screw tossing things in the trash can. That's what the ground it for lol

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

@@justinw1563 exactly. Even if you want to put it next to the trash for a homeless to collect. I literally pick up trash in my neighborhood and community because I'm proud of it and want to improve it. Its literally the little things

[@QueenoftheUniverse222]

Ya, that was bizarre. Not unexpected behavior from “big talkers” though. 😉

[@DMWBN3]

Looked like it was maybe under his mums window. Nice, maybe she's picking out up later.

[@mr.haynes965]

This...I lost the message at that point...If it's "YOURS"..Take Pride!

[@sw2236]

When the OG said he could've been retired right now instead of halfway paralyzed and a recovering felon who served 16 years of his life....that's real shit. At 53....he's reflecting on his personal setbacks and broken dreams from choosing the streets. Yall young dudes need to listen!

[@maximan4363]

OG is amazing!!! I could sit and listen to him for hours.... God bless you, Sir! You are a Gentleman & a beacon for the Human Race!! Heartfelt RESPECT from an old Guy from the UK!!!!

[@ogrigorigoi]

Peter is like that teacher who manages so hard to maintain a tough class

[@benjenkins7134]

🔥🔥🔥

[@laurieo877]

As a retired teacher, I c that too, lmao 🤣

[@wanjirukarago9308]

😂😂😂

[@dianefletcher7852]

Facts!

[@voteZDLR]

Bro this is insane. That they'd actually give you a hood pass and basically like... their approval to be there even though you got a camera and then to get them comfortable enough to be themselves. People don't understand how difficult this kind of journalism is (or dangerous for that matter) but this is quality stuff my dude.

[@SrBu]

I was actually thinking about it I’m from LA was raised in the hood. Stuff like this don’t happen everyday

[@ghhhv2027]

Bro its not tht dangerous he's not in war torn Iraq...... there's no 6 year old with guns I'm from Brooklyn too. Older guys tend to exagerate things. It's bad but not bad enough for someone to not be able to do a video. You should be able to walk threw east ny no problem. If you are involved with gang life the local hood politics it's more dangerous. You also have to understand people take pride in being in rough areas so they exaggerate

[@josee1984]

@@ghhhv2027 don't say it's not dangerous because it absolutely is. If you go in there as a white person with a camera you will be harassed or worse. I promise you that. Don't speak about what you don't know about

[@ghhhv2027]

@@josee1984 I live in Brooklyn where do u live, white people walk around every where without being attacked. It's more dangerous being a young black man by far

[@josee1984]

@@ghhhv2027 not just a white guy. But a white guy with a camera, you're going to get unwanted attention for sure. Definitely don't wanna walk around section 8 or shit at night alone.

[@Tarryk]

Jeezus, man. This is no s*&% one of the greatest videos I've ever seen on KZbin. You were respectful, your hosts were respectful, everyone talked truth. They, and you, kept it 100% real. I seriously started to cry a little, this needs to be shown in schools everywhere, for several different subjects.

[@MajorCB211]

This one really opened my mind to the diversity and crazy differences in culture there is even in the same cities. Going from watching the inbred Whitakers in Virginia to the New women drivers in Saudi to this video, holy shit my mind is blown. Coming from a a guy living in Dublin, Peter please continue your mission and we can only hope the awareness will help to make positive impacts. 🙌🇮🇪

[@joythewriter5023]

Facts!

[@TFFSRAD]

Bruh .... you know hood 2 hood ?

[@tonyawoodert1326]

❤❤❤❤💯💯💯💯

[@RingRingRingBananaPhone]

Respect goes both ways

[@carakellmeyer5037]

I like the big family feel- everybody talking over one another, everyone following all the conversations at once, all being together at once. To me, it's family.

[@Titus-cm8gz]

The OG spoke the most sense in this video. The others seem like excitable manchildren, tbh. He doesn't want them to experience what he experienced in jail and I really hope they take his wisdom onboard.

[@Tyler-nn8gk]

Most of these men never had a normal childhood where you always had mommie and daddy holding your hand

[@kutie216]

Ralph Torn It’s sad. These men deserve to grow up with a mom AND a dad. Single motherhood and the government incentives to become a single mother has all but destroyed the nuclear family.

[@aoescool]

yup the og was the only one in the video spitting knowledge.. the rest of those guys are mentally stunted and stuck in the 90's .. they are lost stuck in a time that has long been gone. at the end of the day education is the key and learning from example.. more people like the ogs need to be listen to .. and not these day drinking gen xers

[@pothead2194]

Aye man , an OG told me what this OG was sayin’ when I was younger everybody in prison kick they feet up and spread they bootyhole so that white boy can look for contraband and that’s some real ass shit no man should have to go through that .

[@pissmillahgandullah9523]

I'm sure you arent a black. Most black dont agree with OG wisdom!

[@johnnybrown8064]

This was the neighborhood I grew up in the seventies and eighties. Glad to see positive energy resonated from the hood. Much respect to the men that showed love and respect in the video. Thank you Peter for a great documentary.

[@kathyleicester7306]

Thanks for the validation on the authenticity. For those of us who don't live there, it's a different world. East coast and West coast are utterly different worlds in the same USA.

[@mariavita7536]

Peter, I’m so impressed by your content. You take us all into these communities and listen to these people and their daily lives. The elders in this community are doing the best thing for their youth. I give them so much credit and I learn some stuff myself. Love it. 👏

[@MajorCB211]

This one really opened my mind to the diversity and crazy differences in culture there is even in the same cities. Going from watching the inbread Whitakers in a Virginia to the New women drivers in Saudi to this video, holy shit my mind is blown. Coming from a a guy living in Dublin, Peter please continue your mission and we can only hope the awareness will help to make positive impacts. 🙌🇮🇪

[@BS-dq1kz]

@@MajorCB211Love your comment. I’ve seen all the same videos and I agree. Peter here has quite interesting and informative videos that have opened my mind.

[@ananasparachute]

I loved seeing this. I worked in some of the most notorious neighborhoods and projects in my city when i was a social worker. This is extremely close to what I experienced: it’s a true community with people looking out for one another, you don’t get that in most middle class neighborhoods. I was always treated with respect and kindness because that’s how I approached people. The vast majority of apartments I saw were like the one shown : people always wanted to feed me and give what they could to others. The news wants us to think that these places are nothing but violence and despair and that’s just not the case.

[@hgarza1136]

I like seeing the kids being outside playing instead of being inside on video games ect. Keep the community together.

[@nibberd8845]

Keep the community😂😂😭😴

[@iearl504]

Yeah good to keep the community together on 'bodybag boulevard'.

[@lilme7052]

When I was outside as a kid it's cause it was better than being in my house.... u get me? Its not always a good thing.

[@cbanks5678]

Hows my dude gonna talk about positivity in the PJs but he just throwing his trash out in front of the building...a man should respect what hes got no matter what he has

[@mac5311]

Also outside drinking everyday hanging out not working , warped perspective on being positive

[@mac5311]

@James Bond thinking the idea of a kid having a dad is that the kid knows of the father and not the father raising or taking care of the family and the kicker is thinking g the men should get the government assistance for the kids instead of just getting jobs and taking care of their responsibilities, pretty pathetic

[@SidewaysInTraffic]

@@mac5311 Who said they outside drinking everyday? This was a weekend as mentioned in the video when the girl yelled at the Truck about still working on a weekend. Pay attention before you judge people. Moreover, those small apartments are 2K+ a month, so there should be assistance to people who truly need it. If Banks, Airlines, Restaurant Franchises, can get bailed out, why can't regular people?

[@SidewaysInTraffic]

@James Bond Even my alcoholic, welfare dependent, mother taught me to look at the good instead of the bad. Your parents must have done a good job lmao.

[@ubuntuiqinisoofuna7852]

That’s all that any of you got from the video? It’s so easy to nitpick, as to allow cognitive dissonance to take hold.

[@PierreMarkuse]

How you don‘t have millions of followers is beyond me. The quality of your videos is insane, I always wish they‘d be even longer. Very few people on KZbin are on this level. Especially love all your NYC stuff but the rest is equally dope, can‘t wait for the Amish videos!

[@rolanddabeats8087]

Give it time he will. Sex sells and as you can see his milk shake is bringing all the boys to the yard

[@MSW613]

Probably KZbin doesn't want

[@1xtra299]

He's spreading too much positivity. The algorithms dislike this.

[@iexistsomehow5718]

@@1xtra299 he has a million plus now 😄

[@dianefletcher7852]

Peter is no slouch when it comes to navigating a volatile and potentially violent environment when he comes to these places where aggressive intoxicated men are mostly just yelling and spouting questionable values. Salute Peter! You are a credit to humanity for your genuine empathy and great communication skills!

[@newyorkerghazi]

That OG is pure wisdom. Save yourself before it is too late... Thanks Peter for these epic vlogs. All the way from Arabian desert

[@chandravinning1933]

I definitely agree with these brothers when it comes to being parents to these kids out here. The unity is real when you work together to better yourself and the community.

[@nwchinkey32]

I love the willingness of the community to speak to you Peter. Everyone has a story to tell and within their story is something we “all “ can relate too as people. I’m an advocate for growth and success of people who receive less than standard opportunities. I’m a Brooklyn vet born and raised. And I’m really loving this interview!! Peter you’re an amazing and courageous reporter. True man for the people!!

[@markanthony1972]

I’m a first time viewer of your content. Awesome energy peter. These interviews in the hood are treasures of life experience. So much depth and character being shared and this really moved my heart. These stories are relatable in so many ways. I’m an indigenous native artist living in the mountains of B.C. in Canada. I can feel the struggle and also the hope for better relations with one another. Thanks for sharing these stories and touching the fabric of our interconnectedness as human beings. All my relations....

[@uptowngetsdown]

I love how half the ppl comments have something to say about them drinking and not working (filmed on the weekend) this video is to show you an insight on a world lesser known to most and its a real 'hood' in NY, if you can't see the love in it and the reasons why people are the way they are - keep the critiques to yourselves.

[@PrinceZakariyya]

They’re conservatives of course they’re going to be racist

[@needbettername8583]

I dont get why its assumed they don't work when it could just be the weekend, but I can kind of get the whole "lot of talk not a lot of action" comments.

[@micaiharrison4540]

White people always got something to say especially when it’s none of their business

[@bryanfowler2039]

But he said we drink every day out here lol

[@jioush]

Comments on this video ignorant asf, worried about people throwing a bottle in some grass while people are dying. I pray these people get the futures they want.

[@gruvdrums]

OG = best part of the whole ENYC video. Hope they listen to him.

[@shortsweetness876]

Right!

[@janena1976]

What I love about your videos is that it provides a glimpse into the lives of people's that i wouldn't ordinarily meet (being a European single mom that is not able to travel all over the world) and that all people basically want the same things in life.... And you show it without judging people. Love that.

[@ubuntuiqinisoofuna7852]

You look like the girlfriend/wife from the video.

[@RubyisCute]

Its amazing. They are so proud to just be able to walk the streets. Something simple like walking the streets requires so much respect.

[@thomasj2972]

They are bums

[@TheDon2087]

Yeah. Pride. Not always good to have too much pride.

[@Modestmillionaire]

Glad to see your efforts to shed some light on stories the media doesn't want to cover.

[@GEL0_12]

Being raised in the ghetto, now living high middle class. I never forget where I come from and I’m most grateful for everything and handle the bad like it’s nothing, because I remember the worse. I remember family getting shot and having to hide myself as a kid. Always threats on my family. Now I live with upmost humbleness and hold myself knowing where I’m from. Builds character that I’m still grateful for and I will not change it. Bridgeport, CT.

[@1972dsrai]

WOW! I’ve only experienced it from TV and movies so it’s a very stereotypical view until I see video’s like this, but wherever you’re from we know that most people are decent and hard working, it’s just a few idiots who ruin it for others and it’s their actions that are highlighted and we make incorrect assumptions about everyone who lives there.

[@NineNinaSix]

Dam I’m from Queensbridge but I was living in Stamford for a while. I travel between the city and New Haven all the time.

[@NineNinaSix]

Salute to u tho bro bro. Keep doing u

[@GermanShepherdDaphne]

Same. Grew up in Jacksonville Fl

[@kekelah7857]

Wow I moved from the Bronx to Bridgeport and then back to the Bronx during the 90's. Bridgeport is no joke. My grandmother bought us a beautiful home there but it is rough.

[@Zaciah93]

Peter just filming himself as they all talk over each other in the elevator. Had me dead

[@wendyw4487]

it's impossible to have a conversation with someone who isn't listening.

[@tryphineshumba1181]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, me too

[@jaguarangel1107]

I love how they want to take care of each other and feed fhe neighborhood and teach their kids respect. Thank you to these gentlemen and thank you for filming this, Peter! 🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕🙏

[@HeartyJoe]

Peter, thank you for doing what you do. You do it so well.

[@Theodorebenevolent]

27:20. Peter, correct me if I’m mistaken, but it appears that what you’re alluding to is that - compared to much of the rest of the world - they’re living in relative paradise. They’ve got clean running water, reliable electricity, food, access to healthcare and education, and a place to sleep at night, not to mention numerous social services like SNAP, WIC, child support, disability, SSI/ SSDI, etc. And you’re right, Peter: it is clean and well maintained. You’ve seen what non and under-developed countries look like, and they are astronomically worse. The residents of the slums in Rio or Karachi would consider East New York paradise. They really don’t know how good they have it. Alas, everything is relative. Well done.

[@chaank1069]

True

[@curiousmind_]

Yep

[@han1218]

The best part about living in East New York, is that it's still in New York. Lots of money floating around there, they just have to go get it. It's the financial center of the US, maybe even the world.

[@ptyten9718]

I'd add that you don't even gotta leave the US to see real poverty, relative poor neighborhoods in cities like NYC are still good compared to poor neighborhoods in West Virginia and southern states like Mississippi and Louisiana. Tbf tho, a lot of public housing in the Bronx and Brooklyn especially are neglected by NYCHA.

[@ramsescano5622]

Poverty is all relative. Being poor in NYC or LA is way better than being poor in the south or a state like Michigan for example. This vid would have been much better if the guides knew wtf they were talking about. There's a lot to say about how corrupt NYCHA is and the intricacies of being poor in an expensive city that wants to push you out.

[@itsmorenaaa]

As a ENY Native I can say first hand east New York brings out the worst to bring out the best in people. Many talented souls lacking guidance and recognition we are definitely looked down upon and no one comes here for anything good. Drunks outside, youth is rude and misguided a lot of the time, prostitution, narcissism, violence , abuse, cheaters, rapist, addictions are all a product of ENY. However you do have the underlying loyalty and protection the musicians and hustlers savvy strong entrepreneurs it’s a 50/50 place it depends on what YOU want and ofc who you surround yourself with

[@balwc147]

This OG guy was really amazing. God bless him 🙏

[@best5345]

He needs to go to Chicago for a conference. These kids in Chicago have been killing each other for belonging to the wrong block.

[@AmbientWanderer]

This type of content will be great for people to look back at in 50 years. I wonder how much things will change in that time.

[@thesimulatorguy4248]

Americans probally blown their own country by then and blamed that on the middle east too

[@deanl0]

@@thesimulatorguy4248 Like moving the Us Embassy from Tel-Aviv to Jerusalem. Zionist all over.. Nobody will be sorry for you..

[@racciacrack7579]

@toronto daddy As long as my fellow Americans keep valuing powerful people who seek status, well shit ain't gonna change. Everybody so orgasmic over the next dirt ball president to turn everything into gold that they don't really give an eye to their local communities. Where's that same energy for donating to local organizations and churches? Is that same energy present for state and local elections? What about local ordinances, laws the people can directly vote on, direct democracy. Where's that energy at? For the most part, that energy is sucked into the presidential election and wasted.

[@wessideconway7029]

It's not gonna change. It's an entire neighborhood of sociopaths. They talk fast and preach undefined virtue, but are merely senseless drunks and stoners. Verbally, they encourage their kids to fistfight, while they themselves take it to the hammers at the slightest hint of confrontation. Sadder than that, you'd want them to stop raising children in these temporary housing units, they've become so intergenerational dependant on the same gov that materially enslaved them, but u don't want them to move next to u bc of the severe difference in temperament and values. They so idolize the rap industry that mentally brainwashed and morally bankrupted them.

[@wessideconway7029]

@Eidelmania It won't. Voting republican won't help poor people. Only voting Democrat will because they incentive government dependence. Pennies on a dollar which led to all the women being 300lbs and all the men are 150. Voting republican won't help any one in particular bc capable and intelligent people don't need pennies on the dollar as "help". They don't trade their men to the prison industry for welfare checks. But some one might get pulled out the bucket if another succeeds. Housing project socialism does not allow that.

[@MomTheEbayer101]

Man. : : : this brought back so many memories of me living in Chicago Abla homes projects! I still remember those community hangouts, knocking on people doors and running and the candy store on the corner ( Miss Evan house). Some of my best memories as a kid started in the housing projects!

[@TermlessHGW]

9:05 this right there is something I can't understand. He throws the plastic bottle right there like it's nothing to be bothered about. In front of the very building he spends half the episode claiming how important it is. Mind you every bad neighborhood in NYC is the same way. Damn litter everywhere, ripped garbage bags in front of houses, every single green space full of crap. Why? Why is this so. Someone explain to me please. I come from Europe so this is very bizarre for me. In my neighborhood, which was just like the projects here only smaller and uglier, grey brick buildings you'd get your head kicked in for something like he did...

[@Cable-Tech-Pro-Joe-TX]

@@TermlessHGW it was a glass beer bottle. In America a homeless person will pick that up and make 5 cents . In America people don't care anymore and litter everywhere. It's easier to just throw it on the ground then walk and place it in a rubbish bin.

[@Aldronex]

@6klippa ' hes right doe

[@justinm2697]

@Shaun Putting rubbish in a bin is a white boy thing?

[@Officialwubbox]

Everybody talking at the same time. And listen to each other at the same time. And understand and response. Crazyyy

[@gingerlu506]

I love how down to earth Peter is. Thanks for showing different places. I love this kind of videos that connect to the local cultures and humanity.

[@mrny3405]

Grew up a block before the projects you could see the corner of my block in the video. My friends and I would play handball on the wall of the warehouse. Family worked hard to get out and thanks be to God now we live in Boca Raton. Such a different world from the 80s & 90s in East NY. Almost became a statistic very grateful, everyday. So many hard working families who work very hard and most don’t make it out.

[@carterluman6695]

22 min "a closed mouth don't get fed" that's OG wisdom right there.....also kind Buddhist. Peter, I appreciate your delve into mistundertood /difficult cultures. Sounds easy, you make it look easy, but those bridges are difficult to build. You do it well.

[@tonyawoodert1326]

This helps me to remember that WE need to be the difference that we want to see! Let’s start with us being more thoughtful and kinder to others everyday

[@minecraftrotisseriechicken]

Eye-opening content as always. It's inspiring to see good people making it through with positivity and caring about the community despite being in some of the worst circumstances.

[@bee2373]

Thanks for filming and for everyone being involved in sharing their stories. At the end of the day, I think we all just want to get by as best as we can in this short life, and keep our loved ones safe and comfortable. Wherever you live, please try to be a good example to the children so they can grow up being good leaders and influencers in society.

[@robincranford8360]

They are so right when they say folks aren't parenting anymore. A lot of wisdom in that statement.

[@annode]

The one guy says "It's all out of control." Home, community, education. These things are pivotal and yes they are out of control in the black culture.

[@robincranford8360]

They are out of control in parts of every culture. Having spent to decades in classrooms, it is not a black thing. And I am not black so I am speaking from an objective point of view. He simply was speaking truth.

[@FH-cn3mg]

@@robincranford8360 Facts. It's hitting everyone. Thing is, as the people who live in the communities its up to us to keep the people with the purse strings accountable. We have to be more active in our communities, in our schools, in the local governments. Everything is designed to take a little piece of your time. There has to be a discipline to put the phone down, put down reddit and youtube and facebook and all that ish and do what's real in life, drop that Social Media crap and face the people who are running the show while the rest of us are watching videos. There's no harm in using videos like this to educate and keep things straight, but what I'm talking about is being constantly on the phone and looking at the screen like a screen addicted zombie. I was really happy for those kids being able to play with each other and go outside again. They're going to make real friendships out there and learn about real life socializing in person.

[@annode]

@@robincranford8360 Sorry Robin, not buying it.

[@justinm2697]

I've just watched a few of this guys videos back to back. In every one the common theme is the breakdown of the family and lack of fathers and/or father figures in the home. It's not exclusively a black problem but they are the most affected. Single parenting in the black community is through the roof.

[@fairyshades]

So much respect for Peter 💜💜 this is truely grass roots journalism.

[@hero2006]

Great job making these two videos. Keep up the good work sir. I don't know about everyone else but, this video definitely knocked down a lot of barriers between my everyday world and theirs. I could totally sit at a dinner table with these folks, enjoy a good meal and a few drinks. Without this video I would have never thought that would be possible. Respect to you and everyone that appeared in these videos.

[@alpeniro9164]

Hey brother i am from that very neighborhood grew up there during the warzone era of the 80's and 90's nd i can honestly say we litterally had nothing so we had to make the best out of everything... we are some good people, just malnourished and misunderstood

[@elofamily7241]

So many thoughts as I watch this...I'm not sure how any of their drinking, smoking, standing around, blowharding about the community will actually HELP the community, but I'm also not a part of it. They did identify fatherlessness and single-parent welfare as keeping folks down and beholden, which I agree with, but man. I'm not sure what to think. Thanks, Peter, for giving us this glimpse.

[@iammzjuicy5212]

Take into consideration that this was filmed on the weekend and a lot of people usually have a drink or whatever they like on weekends

[@lynnholl7510]

@@iammzjuicy5212 grown men sitting outside drinking and smoking all day. It’s old. Throwing trash on the ground . It’s gross

[@iammzjuicy5212]

@@lynnholl7510 I’m sure you’ve threw trash on the ground a few times before so don’t act as if you’re perfect

[@lynnholl7510]

@@iammzjuicy5212 I’m not acting sis! Evidently throwing trash on the ground is your thing because usually when something doesn’t apply you don’t reply. You gotta get outta that hood mentality. You’re all up in the comments taking stuff personal 😂😂🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️ not my fault you can’t afford good living

[@im_stilldizzy]

@@lynnholl7510 how do you know that person live in a bad neighborhood? You can't judge a book by it's cover. I've seen the most wealthy get housemaids because they too lazy to clean after themselves.

[@wandagcruzribot2210]

Thank you for giving these folks an opportunity to voice their concerns! I pray they bring the programs back for the children. They’re our future; they deserve it.

[@jgsalon]

I just have to say WOW! I grew up in East New York till I was 5 and we went to East Willamsburg. Great video showing that people can get along regardless of color. We need more of this in our society. Thanks for your time.

[@M2SG]

I was mostly impressed by the dude that hustled Turtles. Thats real OG shit

[@nibberd8845]

Your a joke. These people are pathetic.. to the bone of all cells in their bodies.. TOTALLY USELESS

[@M2SG]

@@nibberd8845 lol

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

Authentic guy.

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

@@nibberd8845 You speak as if you know them personally.

[@nibberd8845]

@@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422 are you calling me a racist?

[@sammyrizzi1708]

Much love from Montreal Canada!!! Appreciate very much Peter. You bring to us the truth. You should be on Netflix!!

[@sheroncyrus2448]

Cash has always had a solid heart and is an asset to the community

[@BKCASHMERETCA]

Thank you

[@deandamon9922]

Peter. This by far is the best sliver of New York you have presented to the masses. Well done,Sir. As being new to your work,. I'm refreshed by your straight forward yet respectful tone . Excellent stuff . Rock steady,friend. From , Cape Cod.

[@JLBREMER]

Peace to no colors !!!!!!! Another great one Peter. Shout out to all the fellas in the video. NYC has always been so fascinating to me. Really love it. Much love to all of you guys. Appreciate you sharing your world with us if your watching. Thank you!!

[@StromLxrd6]

One of the few positive responses in the comment section.✌

[@BOX3DOUT]

Amen

[@BOX3DOUT]

@@StromLxrd6 Amen

[@recinese]

Thats a real mfuckin comment! Appreciate, live and let live!! #peacegod

[@armygirl85fuckhitler74]

Agree! I'm a 37 year old white woman in St. Louis and love learning about different cultures. Heroin is an epidemic here and I've lost A LOT of friends to it. St. Louis gets more dangerous every single day!

[@bricklyny]

I live in Tennessee now but I grew up in boulevard projects. Its cool seeing how it is now. It was rough growing up there but i loved it. It was because of ppl like this who looked out for the young kids. Anytime there was a shooting they always ran us up the stairs or hid us. But I loved it because all of us looked out for each other . I would never talk bad about where I came from because it made me who I am

[@imdva]

people may call this "the ghetto", but its the most genuine human interactions between neighbors ive seen and they look like they have the tightest bond out of anyone. definitely beats a rich neighborhood where nobody cares about each other, just their money.

[@cathyjoy9214]

I absolutely love it. I could listen to these people all day. Much respect.

[@HerrPorinski]

People with jobs are busy, jobless people hang out on the street because there is nothing else to do. It is just like it is.

[@imdva]

@@HerrPorinski people who make it their lives to work and sleep have no life and gave it to the government. sellout mentality.

[@ingridpaulino3545]

THIS is the one

[@WaveRider1989]

There are only two neighborhoods? Ghetto and rich? Lol

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

"I used to sell baby turtles, real n*** shit". That made me burst out laughing 🤣🤣. In all seriousness, these people have a lot of life experience and many of the things they say make a lot of sense. Wise people like this man 19:36, they are the ones who must be heard more, not rich politicians. He deserves a long video of his own, just talking about his life and things he learned.

[@GhostTraderz]

Instead of teaching kids to hold the block down, teach them to how to Own the Block. That is how you change A community

[@patrickmccarthy8788]

Yup. Find out who owns you. Everyone has a million sound bites on how to do something about something. Government is helping them stay poor.

[@Daso1n]

How can they teach their kids that when they haven't been taught that themselves. Not everyone grew up with a family who had business sense and economics. What they have been through is hell and are just getting accustomed to normal life. By the way some of them do own the blocks and much more. -Your just a judgmental ahole who doesn't care about the history and plight of these people.

[@rocketman3770]

they need to look at what the smart Asian kids be doing and model after them. When you talk about hustle, follow that path not selling weed on the corner.

[@Daso1n]

@@rocketman3770 They don't have to look at no smart Asian kid. They are doing their own thing they have their own smart kids and people. What are you saying dude ? Are you talking about drug dealers or regular people? Everyone of you have a racist stupid mouth. Are you generalizing you think everyone in the project sells weed dumb dumb!?

[@dorian6225]

@@Daso1n Geez calm down. I didn’t get a judgmental vibe from their comment at all. I got the vibe that this person is trying to *truly* help the community by giving them actual advice.

[@ldg508]

Lmao he says we out here doing positive things for the kids trying to show them the right path then proceeds to drink in public out on the street and then throw the empty bottle in the grass instead of the garbage, very positive, good role model I would say

[@BeautifulSamaria]

Lol, i cringed when i saw him throw the bottle in the grass.

[@mikesuniverse1789]

I know... that disgusted me... overall alcoholism is a main problem. Its legal and socially acceptable and in "the hood" its clearly seen as a status flex to drink from a Hennessy bottle and some other "brands". These dudes often drink so much in a day that diabetes is likely... But again, if brothers could manage to break their addictions to weed and alcohol they would see clearer and act with more effectiveness. As long as the addiction is there life will center around gathering with fellow addicts and organizing the daily score. trips to the liquor store for drinks and wraps ... day in day out.

[@kathythefostermomthompson9138]

One thing that bothered me was he walked out of the building and tossed his bottle down, thats disrespectful to all that live there.. It looks nice but not if everyone drops trash all over..

[@ksm1985]

Yeah he speaks to much, all talk, no actions.

[@ldg508]

@@kathythefostermomthompson9138 he was being nice leaving the bottle for the guy who walks around with the 🛒 collecting them for a refund

[@carolinae9389]

Peter, God Bless you! I have been watching you for years and let me tell you this has to be one of my favorite videos. I had to watch it 3 times. Thank you for giving a voice to the projects and thank you for showing us the wisdom those men were able to give. Every single word they said is true, down to the children being fatherless and giving too much power to the women. God bless the hood 🌸

[@katiempojer]

As a native NYer I approve

[@Guydude8888]

They mentally stuck sideways, big brothers plan is working well

[@Swededude74]

Authentic, that's what it is! So many wonderful people in the world doing their best each and every day! MUCH LOVE from Sweden!

[@rosie9398]

Thank you for making this video. I was born and raised in ENY. Literally lived in between Plaza, Cypress & Pink Houses. Love my ENY but know it ain’t for the weak. ENY will always have my heart no matter what.

[@eddiemoore6962]

O.G is why I liked this video! Wise man right there who's been through a lot. I've been where he's been and getting paralyzed in prison and going through surgeries is no joke. Wouldn't wish that on anyone!

[@Ladywolf2263]

Peter, thank you for this series. I never knew… I mean, in my 20’s , I had friends that lived in South Minneapolis and we thought that was almost like a ghetto. It’s refreshing to see some honest and truthful reporting/journalism. And these people look like great people …. Just wanted to hug those ladies that lost a family member…and the “ Aunty”. If younger people would just take the time to listen to these people. Like I tell the youngins in my family….I didn’t get this old by being stupid…did some stupid things, but NEVER did them twice. Thank you for this great video 💗🤗💗

[@julienelson6506]

So many voices all at one time makes it really hard to follow but almost everyone of these men are clearly good men just looking out for their families and community. We need to see that side of the story represented more. Thank you

[@roberto3861]

It warms my heart to see how the guys in this video are trying to change the norm and create a positive environment for the next generation. I have hopes for ENY and seeing this gives me hope. Continue the good work & continue teaching the younger kids. Invest in the future. ❤ if you are ever in NY again please let me know and I will drive down to meet you bc I appreciate what you are doing for the neighborhood. Thank you.

[@phoebebee4250]

The ramblings of day drinking philosophers. The older gentleman, who had been incarcerated, had some interesting things to say.

[@WaAaAaAaW]

if you don't work, you have a lot of time on your hands to think (and drink)

[@Rmx1524]

Lmao for real the drunks of the neighborhood always think they know everything dude in the red cap didnt even know what projects he was in .

[@anonymousnoticer]

@@Rmx1524 its the weekend the we know from the garbage truck and the lady saying he's working on the weekend. Still drinking is evil and i don't support it and wish it was illegal.

[@Holiday_Ringo]

id imagine some of the most dismissible people we see on the streets could actually be the most wise because of the hardships they have overcame.

[@nousername2942]

@@anonymousnoticer Drinking has been around for thousands of years, it isn't going anywhere. Sorry bro

[@dj1698]

Please consider coming down to KENSINGTON, Philadelphia and doing a video. From the homelessness to the mental health issues, to the trash and drugs, it’s so sad.

[@WaAaAaAaW]

Kensington philly looks way worse than Brooklyn

[@SalemPhiladelphia]

I always wanted to comment for him to come here to Philly, but idk if he’d see my comment. He should come to Kensington, North Philly, Northeast and show the city

[@dj1698]

Breaking News: August 18 the Philadelphia is telling everyone in Kensington after 8:30am they can’t camp out on the streets

[@Lucky4991]

I feel like he’d need some security before he did that...

[@dj1698]

@@Lucky4991 safety is always the number 1 priority. He could link up with AML Films or King Frank (morals over $) and they show him around. we’ll see what happens come August 18 when the city starts kicking people out and not allowing them to camp.

[@suedenim6590]

Awwww, God please bless that lady that lets all the guys chill in her yard with abundance. What a good egg

[@Petruskinhap972]

I am a home care nurse and I work in all these projects. At first it was scary, but now it’s all love and respect. It breaks my heart to see such a great community being plagued by diseases that could have been prevented or well controlled with healthier habits. I am a minority as well and we have to do better. Let’s eat healthier. Let’s keep families together and let’s look out for one another. Love serving this community. Kings and queens with so much potential. ❤️

[@justinm2697]

It's a common theme in these videos. I've just watched the LA Skid Row, The Bronx little Italy video, the LA about the low rider cars and now this one. The same thing is said in all of them. The breakdown of the family, and no father or father figure in the home. Parents need to bite the bullet, get their crap together and stay together.

[@uncletone3226]

You should do a part 3 on Eas New York. We have food pantries, clothing drives and constantly donate our time to the community. We are active in the same projects that you visited. I'm an active DJ that does radio and supports my community from at risk teens to the elderly.

[@lindsey3670]

this is the energy i needed to start my day today. love is god and everyone has it. spread that!!!!

[@hollymarino6652]

You are amazing. I always smile from ear to ear at least once when I watch you!! So much respect to how much awareness these videos bring to cities/situations like this. It's not all desperate. Some of these people have beautiful words of wisdom who could just be full of hate and they're not. Makes you think twice before complaining about a long red light on your way to work in the morning!

[@durby24]

It’s obvious that there’s people in these places trying to fix it and make it better and it’s nice to see the passion. The older man with wisdom has it right he don’t blame everyone else he took responsibility for what he did and didn’t blame others for what he chose to do

[@randymarsh3582]

UNBELIEVABLE TRUTH: “The music is dictating the youth.”

[@infinitydreamzz]

In "Gangsta rap made me do it" Ice Cube claims no responsibility whatsoever.. It's someone else's fault

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

, and who's controlling the music industry?

[@D.N..]

@@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422 Who controls the industry ?

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

@@D.N.. I asked 1st..

[@D.N..]

@@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422 Who controls the music industry ?

[@chriscruciat2469]

Lots of positivity in this video. I hope something good comes of it. Respect to the young men, women and the wise middle aged gentlemen that opened up about his life in jail

[@AyBee9725]

I so wanna hear OG spit more truth on KZbin. Like a series of videos or podcasts just with him talking about his life and experiences.

[@inmintstate]

The Moral of The Story. Your success depends on the people you surround yourself with

[@Actias1974]

A great and often overlooked perspective.

[@stacytrowell6890]

I 100% agree!!!

[@jens8223]

And the work you're willing to put in

[@wanjirukarago9308]

Hell NO not in this video but i don't blame you for not understanding things on a deeper level.

[@jens8223]

@@wanjirukarago9308 it's literally not tha hard. These people simply don't wanna leave their situation. Period. Other minority groups come to this country with nothing and still make it to live a better life

[@Dirtymoney8]

Not for nothing but that apartment is rather spacious and remarkably clean despite the environment and circumstances..

[@paaulistta]

This is a palace comparing to what most of the world gets

[@Bugjuck]

Ha! I’ve seen apartments with chandelier, big screen TV, leather furniture, 5,000 dollar fridge....but that’ll be covered in another episode 😂

[@livetomanifest2272]

honestly its a trip that so many of the neighborhoods with less crime, their community is so much more separate. go to a more "privileged" neighborhood and its a rare to see them knowing their neighbors for decades and still have close relationships with friends, families, and neighbors that they grew up with. community is so important. we all have alot to learn from eachother

[@GATE21QNZ]

Yea, must feel better when you get shot by someone you know.

[@him3145]

I lived in the projects for 8 years.. it’s a whole different world once you walk into the projects!! Either it’s love or it isn’t.. simple!!

[@0Ciju0]

"I used to sell... turtles, baby turtles, turtles baby, real n*** shit!" hahaha i lost it

[@dontquitpersevere323]

.10 to $10 nice flip 🐢

[@svenkarlsen2702]

Supply and demand

[@DayvidHarding]

Then one day they got into that ooze son. Next thing I know they livin in the sewers with a rat! Real talk.

[@rocksofoffence.righteousam2422]

No shame to his game.

[@adimeter]

Peter is wise in his ability to handle this situation - he gives them all the respect they are due as human beings.

[@knuckleballtwins]

12:45 is a moment to live for, what a vibe, miss them like crazy! ❤️

[@lyleahchee9027]

That's one of the best interviews I've seen about the ghettos!!! No ego's it was very positive and the respect they have for one another, a lot of countries can learn from this respect goes along way respect your people support your community respect

[@Nomad_783]

old man at around '20min is the best guy. he is going to help more human being on this planet than all charity organizations attempt to do. he is real, he is wise and he speaks from the heart and experience. not telling you to chase unreasonable dreams like music or sports. that's like 1% will make it there. get a decent job and goals ahead. something that 99% could do. probably wont get rich but can have a decent and happy life. Rich people arent happy anyway so dont try to be that. wish would be more ppl like him on the planet.

[@cookingwithms.theresa6729]

The older gentleman had some Sound Strong Wisdom.🙏🏽❤️

[@Sam-pi2df]

"PLEASE DONT DROP ANY CRIPS OR BLOODS SIGNS" LMFAO

[@MADLITS1K]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nbuilds902]

I like how they said “we ain’t doing that” in unison lmao

[@CarlWalker-2006]

LMAO

[@mrchase3850]

Did you Notice the Red & blue hats...and how the white boy looked back while taking the screen shot 🤣

[@rolanddabeats8087]

it's Woe and choe in NY

[@poshtraditions]

25:50 best part of this! truly shows how we all just want to be human and accepted