Sharp & Mark of Soft White Underbelly Get Emotional & Come Full Circle

[@NoJumper]

0:45 - Sharp gets emotional while introducing Mark 1:26 - Mark explains how his background in photography led to doing Soft White Underbelly (SWU) 2:07 - First step toward SWU was a book of portraits of random people across the country called “Created Equal” 3:53 - Walking away from making a lot of money in advertising to do SWU 4:48 - Buying a studio in the middle of Skid Row to take portraits of homeless people 5:24 - Finding his calling after doing his first interview with a heroin addict name Caroline 6:55 - Not revealing how much he pays interview subjects for their interviews 7:50 - Mark has never done any drugs, barely even drinks. 8:44 - Being fascinated with the human struggle. Interview subjects are extreme cases. 9:15 - Paying it forward to others as a thank you to his parents. Dealing with the loss of his mom *EMOTIONAL MOMENT*. SWU is a way to show the importance of parenting 11:47 - Kids know when something is wrong. Being open with his kids about divorce 13:25 - The possibility of working it out with his ex-wife 15:22 - Being single and having feelings for some of the people he interviews 16:26 - Mark tells the story of being particularly captivated by one interview subject until she ghosted him 20:18 - Sharing the most important lesson he learned from ‘Course of Miracles’: everything is an act of love or fear 21:26 - Trying to pinpoint what about this one girl that captivated him so much 22:22 - Craziest interview Mark ever did was with James the r*pist, who r*ped his mom, killed a prostitute, and later killed sex offenders on Skid Row 25:35 - Sharp is one of the most popular people on SWU 26:05 - One of the craziest videos on SWU is the Whittakers, inbred family in West Virginia. Being confronted with a shotgun. 31:25 - The Whittakers’ parents were either cousins or siblings. Plus environmental effect from coal 33:10 - Interacting with Ray, the Whittaker brother who barks like a dog 34:24 - Explaining issues with interview subject Exotic after her interview blew up. 38:33 - Exotic had two pimps names tattooed on her face. 39:30 - Mark says Sharp is doing a great job at redefining what it means to be a pimp 40:33 - Mark confirms that Sharp asked him to take his SWU video down. Sharp is forever grateful and wants to have Mark around more 41:21 - Why Mark had to end up cutting Exotic off. 42:46 - Finding out he was being hustled by finding a bunch of s*x toys in Exotic’s apartment 45:51 - Mark paid Exotic and her pimp a lot of money to do a SWU interview about how they hustled him 46:30 - People in certain parts of the country won’t accept money for their interviews 47:38 - The people in Appalachia are the happiest people Mark’s ever met 48:48 - It takes a lot of courage to do an interview on SWU 49:15 - The Whittakers understand that Mark’s videos have made them famous. Going back to shoot another video

[@javidallas4113]

So so so proud of these 2 men , Love ❤️ how sharp keeps 💯 and love ❤️ how Mark is the humblest human being… Mark is an 😇 for helping me and so many other ppl out

[@Unknowneg_]

Been waiting so long for this props to all of y’all congratulations on being the best podcast out here 💯

[@Unknowneg_]

This hella hole some man

[@lulslime1066]

@@javidallas4113 what he do for u

[@Grahamt978]

0:00- Sharp without sunglasses. That’s respect!

[@sanmann728]

For Sharp to take his glasses off and look at Mark in the eye shows how much respect he has for him. Such a great interview.

[@alharrison1038]

that is the most vapid thing I've heard all week

[@birdvalenchez]

@@alharrison1038 the way sharp drank a glass of water is literally so crazy!!! He's amazing at everyrhing he does look at how much respect he drinks water with!!!

[@alharrison1038]

@@birdvalenchez 😅

[@_livefearless]

so much respect! he never lets anyone see his eyes

[@aztlan_chicano_native_worl3168]

@@birdvalenchez lol

[@amygalvin1799]

Mark’s parents would be so proud of him. Philanthropic , non-judgmental, respectful and so kind. The world needs more people like him.

[@deepakdeepfake7999]

Really cuz he makes me wanna kill myself and I don’t feel like that’s a very good thing

[@Getithowyoulive863]

In my opinion the world is filled with men like Mark but they are rarely known.

[@deepakdeepfake7999]

pretty good observation for a straight white man

[@poison2790]

@@deepakdeepfake7999 k

[@Bigbang61912]

Takes advantage of homeless people and Street people for his own gain if his parents were about fame and money I'm sure they would be very proud of him

[@trishabnot7125]

He hit it on the head …how CRUCIAL GOOD PARENTING and how important it is for kids to feel they are loved, safe, and worthy human beings

[@azura3277]

heres the microphone to say it louder to all the women that say i dont need no man and the ones that gaslight their kids father to the point where the kids hate their father for no reason

[@leslieburleson391]

PeriodT

[@sarahjordan7804]

Double like your post!!

[@usabro410]

@@azura3277 facts homie

[@milboltnut]

Mark made a comment about money.... it doesn't make you happy. The love of it is the root to all evil.

[@millie9919]

I’ve seen Mark get super emotional about his parents on more than one interview. He truly is a testament to their nurturing. Mark hit the nail on the head (absolutely) when he said parenting matters - it ALL starts there.

[@krollpeter]

Parenting is probably the most important issue in human life, and a task we all must strive do well. With no excuses.

[@bripage438]

EXACTLYYYYY

[@daisybanuelos5168]

The way you(Sharp), took your glasses off as a sign of respect actually makes me feel enormous respect towards you. This man has been making sense in unfortunate peoples life.

[@Monica313_]

Yes I definitely peeped that 👏🏽

[@MS-uj8dg]

He had too… Mark changed this mans life for the better!! Im so glad Sharp got Mark on here

[@Baja2424]

Yes

[@daisybanuelos5168]

@@MS-uj8dg Exactly. I love how they both understand each other .

[@dep7up]

OhH ReAlLy DaiSy I dIDnT kNOw tHaT

[@Krash_fpv]

Mark has slowly become somewhat of an idol to me....the man just secretes humanity and is what everyone should be....the world would be a better place with 20 marks.... He sees people for people and realizes not much differs and we're all shaped by our story

[@111wikka]

You could say we are all sharped***

[@LouisianaJazz]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 yessss!!

[@bowlez369]

the man secretes humanity bro is this shakespeare, beautifully said tory!

[@Parallelpipefart]

Idk man he has that slytherin tic

[@Parallelpipefart]

That barty crouch jr tongue

[@nickfields7830]

I’ve grown to love the dynamic between these two. Two COMPLETELY different people who’ve developed a friendship based on acceptance & a understanding of each other / or each other’s differences. Imagine if everyone could do that with one another.

[@crystalmonroe9578]

Omg, I know our world would be so different. Maybe one day the world will change for the better.

[@ChevieBaby]

Facts big facts amen 🙏🏽

[@daniellag6075]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@greencontact]

We would live in perfect world that point.

[@YaBoiJern757]

True shit

[@conorhale1269]

This is one of the best interviews No Jumper’s had. Sharp’s always bringing good work, but there’s genuine respect here. Mark’s work is brilliant, and the two of them together make for a substantive interview.

[@extra_ugly]

Facts, great interview… we love sharp

[@b23beatz]

Well said.

[@elianhernandez8593]

I agree sharp did great doing this interview

[@goodswarehouse1645]

Sharp’s 1st good interview for me.

[@whatareyoudoingthis4]

@@goodswarehouse1645 The tatiana vidalia one was alright imo but this ones the first one I'd call good too

[@michellea5635]

This is proof that what Mark is doing is iconic! He is really out there changing lives 🥲 Love this duo

[@itsreadygoodbye6734]

I've been watching this bloom for about 2 years I think and I own his merch, his subscription page, and engagement in every video. Bottom line Mark is giving a voice to so many different people. Suppressed by YT. He's still doing beautiful and healing work.

[@shannonplunk1245]

The most important two people on the planet, mom & dad. This of all truths I know the most.

[@southerngirlsrock2799]

I love the work mark does, he gets into the crevices and dicectes life that not everyone gets to see. Seems his compassion towards the people he films is absolutely sincere and not just subject's to him. Please continue doing what your doing in showing this world in its rawest form.

[@user-ee1et2pm1z]

I think its really cool their together…

[@WillyChambs]

Wow. This might be a Top 10 No Jumper Interview PERIOD. The connection and respect y'all have for each other showed through in this video. Respect

[@dg6845]

Word. Rerefreshing to see Sharp tone it down and show love.

[@its.arronlee]

@@dg6845 bruh facts fr. Good to see Sharp in a humble place

[@dg6845]

@@its.arronlee yea bro his blood pressure must be to the sky with all them thots he interviews

[@dannys9074]

Sharp is surprisingly an awesome interviewer as well. Him and Mark have some really good chemistry

[@Top3sy]

Man I might even say top 3 just cuz of the context. Mark is really the reason sharp is even sitting at no jumper it's like a full circle moment plus I love SWU so to hear about Mark is a nice treat. Plus u can see how much sharp respects him

[@FallsOnMe]

9 minutes in and I’m in tears. Man, I love Mark’s heart. I wish everyone had the same empathy and compassion. Just an incredible specimen of a human being.

[@elizabethjackson8761]

Man especially when he said, “you want to respect kids’ minds and let them know they’re worthy of everything.”❤️😭❤❤

[@Luigi667087]

The respect in the tone of voice sharp uses really tells you everything you have to know about the relationship and it’s worth to him. This is the sharp I love

[@babyboy7137]

He only treats the women with a “disrespectful” tone because the women he interviews dont even have respect for themselves. So theres no reason to talk to them respectfully because thats how they will manipulate you

[@birdvalenchez]

It's not that deep you big weirdo fr it's literally just him not using his normal voice where he's yelling and acting hostile nothing against him but this idolization of regular humans is weird and not normal fr🙏🏼find a hobby

[@chipswitdip2798]

Sharp is the best addition that no jumper has ever had. He is a naturally talented interviewer and is humble when he needs to be. God bless this man!!

[@Bloodyspazz]

Fax he has to be the most important part of no jumper right behind Adam 💯

[@finesse6193]

Him and trell

[@DrewBlankFF]

Fasho

[@tbhuncho]

@Pablo Sanchez No cap Adam past his prime he just needa focus on porn his podcasting have been going down Interviews still the same

[@Bloodyspazz]

@Pablo Sanchez u might be right but I thought it was HIS podcast

[@jenniferschiltz765]

When I think of Sharp, this statement always comes to mind: "I'm glad you're alive the same time as me." It always stuck with me. Beautiful.

[@silverkitty2503]

yeah

[@okendo011]

That's beautiful

[@okendo011]

Where is this statement from?

[@rickyslats4758]

Ppppooolplll

[@IkfNorCalChamp]

I heard that come out his mouth and knew I’d use it for the rest of my life

[@charmingheartphotography6758]

I could listen to Mark talking all day long. He is such a rare soul. Kind, curious, genuine, thoughtful, friendly, generous, thick skinned but not bitter...such a rarity. We need more interviews like this! Mark even brought out the best in Sharp imo. They clearly have alot of respect between them and you never see Sharp talking to someone he doesnt have to school in some way.

[@RavenRoe108]

AGREE! BEST SHARP INTERVIEW💯💯💯

[@gulumhazer]

It’s amazing to see Mark on the other side of the camera and see him in a vulnerable state talking about his life. I love the work he does. He seems like a very genuine guy and you can tell the work he does is real, raw, and he just loves to help people.

[@sonyagraske376]

This is so true. Mark is a diamond in the rough. One of a kind genuine, kind man

[@excellentviolet590]

Protect Mark at costs!!! He's nothing but a good person who means well and has a message for the world by showcasing people who would otherwise never get a chance to speak or tell their stories.

[@crystalmonroe9578]

I love what u stated. It's so true!

[@LordMySavior929]

He shows you the game from all corners ! This is gonna get deep

[@THEDIAMONDLIFE1]

know about sharp thru mark and their connection always seemed so organic. love this for sharp and mark. both beautiful ppl who deserve to share that space. shoutout to both mark and adam for giving this man a platform to shine

[@lonecreations1740]

Yes

[@editkovacs4107]

Yes 100%

[@dg6845]

True story

[@zzDylvn]

Brah I thought that was Matthew mccaughangey

[@dg6845]

@@zzDylvn lol yea when matthew gets older

[@P0Dclipz04]

This shows sharp show respect to people that he actually respects! People shit on sharp all the time for being confrontational but in reality he’s just being real

[@MickyFree-fw3lg]

Yeah, because 90% of the time he is interviewing total degenerates.

[@ricktaylor14001]

I’m not very familiar with Sharp; I’ve seen this video and one other but I’ll say this. No one, NO one needs to be confrontational in order to “be real”! No one needs to be loud and argumentative to “keep it real”. No one needs to interrupt, cut off, or preach to people in order to be good on KZbin. Sometimes it’s better to remain silent. Just saying.

[@martymarl4602]

@@ricktaylor14001 Please add "In your opinion" ...Every situation is different...even Jesus had to flip some tables...it's all time and place..stop thinking in absolutes...it limits your mind

[@kacifornia929]

You’re literally defending a materialistic, narcissistic, man who refers to women as bitches.

[@zoeroyal6126]

@@ricktaylor14001 agreed, he kept cutting mark off and yelling when mark was trying to make a point

[@KultureThroughChrist]

I love how two people from two totally different worlds can connect and talk like this! More people need to be like Mark!

[@RavenRoe108]

Balance Paradox Yin Yang Dynamic - More collabs between these 2 would be Binge Worthy 💯💯💯

[@kelz4198]

Soft White Underbelly was how I discovered Sharp's story...incredible. Sharp don't take his shades off for nobody. You know he has respect for Mark because those shades are on the table. This is great !!

[@quetailion6762]

Lol

[@rjthehoodlum1914]

@@quetailion6762 Lmao

[@INoahGuy914]

He literally had his glasses off during their first interview lol

[@kelz4198]

@@INoahGuy914 yeh, but....ever since he started his podcast (Sharp), those shades are on for other guests.

[@peanutbutterripple1083]

@@INoahGuy914 that’s A LOT of respect if you ask me. how bout you show some?

[@Eblis840]

Mark needs to be on Joe Rogan, I've heard Joe mention that he's binged hours of Soft white underbelly, Mark is such a genuine and beautiful soul.

[@reannabaker4]

I'd be interested in listening to those two.

[@JasonPatrick-tj4xj]

Itll happen eventually

[@paulden3158]

Sharp should be on Joe Rogan too! 😄

[@MagicRye_._]

I would love that ! Joe would have mark talking for hours and hours. I hope one day mark gets on that platform

[@jillj303]

@@paulden3158 Some of Joe Rogan's episodes are with two guests. I'm picturing Sharpie and Mark on the same pod. 🎙🎧

[@jtrix34]

This must have been such a surreal moment for Sharp. He has come to so far in such a short amount of time. Shout out to Mark and Adam for seeing the potential in Sharp🙌

[@isaacwismer7567]

1up

[@l.d.s7059]

That’s On The Real!!!!

[@ChiralityPracticality]

If he didn't carryon like a jerk people might listen

[@jacobgonzalez9624]

@@ChiralityPracticality ppl listen some soft ppl just can't handle how blunt and straight up he is.

[@johannaburns215]

Curious..... Is Sharp still pimping? Love Soft White Underbelly it has helped me with my own dysfunctional childhood.

[@tylermartin6963]

To see Mark open up like his guests do on soft white underbelly is so great to see. It’s nice to know the person that does all these amazing interviews is just as human as the rest of us that love his content so much

[@Codycreek]

You guys are fucking captivating as hell! Two real guys who had completely different upbringings and lives come together for these amazing talks of real shit! So awesome!

[@lisawhite8402]

That part!! 💯

[@houseapartment5344]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@Youknowmyname12]

This is one of my most favorite interviews ever. These two guys couldn’t be any more different but the respect they show to each other is inspiring

[@jumpmanswoosh2310]

Can’t agree more was looking for the person who beat me to the comment!! :)

[@EbonyJ-rt5bb]

I agree 💯✔️

[@johnnyringo5411]

I Noticed sharp took his glasses off for Mark

[@RadRedhead222]

OMG to see Mark on the other side of the camera, and cry, is EVERYTHING. I truly love and respect what he does. I watch his videos every single day, and they help me keep me clean. I can never forget where I came from or where I could end up if I relapsed, by watching SWU. Mark truly cares about these people. Most just consider them lost causes. I will always respect him and what he does. Thank you so much for this interview!

[@TripleEightss]

yuh aye

[@BENNY_MAC]

I watch and listen to his content everyday also. I listen to him at work and watch him at home lol. I watch him so I stay sober also. Going on 5 months clean. Hope you're doing well Stacy, everyday is a gift.

[@leahflower9924]

It's nice to see good men exist I was starting to think they don't lol

[@deniseblackburn33]

Agreed

[@fiaestebanlara6092]

I with you mam, the grind is real , keep stacking them days and you gon be great , straight up

[@thearenae1203]

I liked his answer when he said he's fascinated by the human struggle.. And to see him get emotional about his mom was beautiful... Respect...

[@ddddddd516]

Sharp absolutely killed it with this interview he asked mark questions that that I would have never thought of wanting to know more of it was just a remarkable interview✨ loved the story of mark and the girl he met

[@TheFn414]

Mark is gonna go down as the GodFather of Self Made Docs…. Dude is way ahead of his time… Such a great, and humble guy. Glad i get to watch this.

[@keithnieves6921]

Jimmy Saville part 2

[@lewisghost4581]

@@keithnieves6921 bruh

[@justimani8715]

i wouldn't go that far.

[@keithnieves6921]

@@justimani8715 he waits outside the greyhound to offer throwaways money and take their picture

[@rh7778]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@Giraffessss4156]

Mark is one of the most genuine people I’ve ever seen. He really has a gift and is showing the world a different perspective of so many human lives.

[@zuibeckpulezon4626]

Hes a SIMP TRICK. ppl like him get killed quick in the jungle. You dont wanna be with a weak man. A woman with a weak man is actually a death sentence

[@cleech74]

So glad to see this one, and Sharp acknowledges it as “coming full circle.” You can tell the respect is there between them, and there’s something beautiful about people coming together from different walks of life, expressing themselves in the moment. Sharing stories, their life experiences, similarities & differences, and discussing the human condition. Great episode. Grateful for it.

[@BennyDaDasher]

I really appreciate this moment, sharp seems so humbled almost like he’s talking to his mentor or brother. “Blades sharpen blades” 🖤

[@bobsakamoto1912]

Yea sir!

[@xRip666x]

"For resistance is futile-- --It merely sharpens the Blade" -blademasterz

[@AntWZRD444]

Absolutely!! he has the upmost respect for him

[@shannonplunk1245]

The stone sharpens the tool.

[@nicholasnaranjo93]

This interview is absolutely riveting. Mark will go down in history as one of the most influential people of our time. More importantly he is able to provide a platform that allows health professionals an opportunity to see REAL life struggle and the effects it has on a human being. But most importantly it gives us the ability to see reality for many unfortunate individuals and the opportunity to try and improve the tools and system we live in to help them.

[@MikeSmith-gx6be]

Bro this is how men are supposed to sit down have a conversation. This don't even feel like an interview. Just a conversation between men....

[@tenfour000]

Yeah, if the professionals would actually notice such good content and put into effect the necessary means to improve the tools and systems already in place for many people's cases. Other than that, this just turns unnoticed, more information unused.

[@michellejean8068]

I agree. And we can all learn and do our part.

[@grinchgouda5534]

most influential person of our time tho?? bruh i like mark n allat but he aint even the most influential mufucka in LA tf are you talmbout rn lol. Props to dude but cmon stop it

[@VinelandVinny]

Definitely not one of the most influential people of our generation

[@304sg]

It touched my soul the way Mark consistently referred to each of the Whitakers by their first names. He sees them as not just subjects or lowly creatures, but fellow humans like himself. He cares for them. Mark you said you not a religious dude, but you are a man of God.

[@NeedBetterLoginName]

He's not a "man of God". Men of God almost never work altruistically, they help you in the hope you'll conform to their beliefs of what's right and wrong. Altruistic people do it because they just want to help people. That's better than giving somebody something to eat in one hand and a Bible in the other.

[@donaldmack2307]

@@NeedBetterLoginName "man of God" does not have to have anything to do with the Bible or Christians, Muslims or whatever. There is another way some people interpret "god" and imo that's what op meant.

[@whitetrump787]

@Macysond because you had none of what mark said children need growing up from their parents. You weren't raised or loved properly and that's sad!!!

[@jonnylake3rd]

@Macysond Youre not funny. Its so sad that youre trying this hard for nothing. Touch grass fool.

[@lgrove4]

He said he’s not, so he’s NOT. It’s good without god

[@jdubspecial]

It's cool to see Sharp come up from one of Marks videos and then to go and pay respect back. You can tell Sharp truly appreciates Mark for everything that he's done for him.

[@ientrancedi]

Mark is a living tribute to his parents and highest honor to his mother’s memory with this work.

[@ejaicook5182]

No cap , I genuinely love Sharp' s personality. This was a different kind of episode away from the random IG girls. He def. brought it full circle with Mark and as a photographer myself...he inspired me too with his outlook

[@southernguru1455]

Never give up, the world wants to see your art 🙂

[@silasarpagaus3520]

same, i hate the IG girls episodes but this really made me see a good side of sharp

[@pamdewall]

These girls are Instagram girls.did nit know that

[@robynrose3328]

It’s nice to finally see mark being the one interviewed; I’ve been dying to hear his back story

[@WhiskerWhippers]

There’s quite a few of them out there

[@jaifyre702]

Facts

[@jaifyre702]

@@WhiskerWhippers drop a link

[@chrisoconnor3119]

Me too! I wanted to know Mark's story as well.

[@saintejeannedarc9460]

There is a number of them out now. Mark has even been on Joe Rogan. Unfortunately, most of it is behind the Spotify paywall, but they've released short clips on Rogan's YT.

[@LyfeofNikkiLee]

Best interview ever, I truly love the brotherly bond between you two. This is the first time I got to see Mark up close and personal, great work Sharp. Much respect 💪🏿

[@OplzStretchy]

Sharp returning the love! I love this guy best addition to No Jumper in a minute.

[@ThriftLife]

"sometimes you just gotta accept that you dont know the truth" -Mark ....i needed to hear those words just now. Thank you

[@destinationunderground6006]

This part hit me hard...never new the truth of my bio father...nationality...and to this today the truth about my mother and her family that I never met...

[@jslebla]

I learned about Sharp from Soft White Underbelly and now to see the evolution from then to now, almost brought a tear to my eye. Salute to you Sharp, keep going playa ✊🏽

[@Jefeflacco]

It’s absolutely amazing how the stars aligned and gave us these two together on KZbin. God bless both of them.

[@questionmark1152]

I can tell how much Sharp really appreciates, admires, and respects Mark by watching this interview. He speaks to him with a reverence I've never seen out of him with any other guest. It's cool to see that side of him.

[@Dot.Com..]

You should watch the interview with Sharp & AD’s dad. It doesn’t compare to this one but on the same wave

[@l-train7876]

I love watching the 2 of them together, especially watching Sharp like you said. I see the love and respect Sharp has for Mark.

[@FlickMobb]

my man took his shades off, thats some real shit

[@dg6845]

Agree

[@brettshrekington]

Mark has done so much giving a voice to so many people who have been rejected from society. He is a true hero in my books! Love it!!

[@ChainsTheChef888]

Daaaamn that's crazy that Sharp wanted his first video with Mark to be taken down days after it dropped and Mark convinced him not to, and then sharp saying "You were fucking right". Those interviews that Mark did with Sharp inspired me a lot in my character and the way I dress and it made me watch the church on a sunday show with Sharp because it's motivational, inspirational and it's all about spreading mental health. It's crazy that a video that Sharp didn't really wanted because he felt regret and even offered to payback for it to be taken down, took him to his evolution where now he is inspiring a lot of people out here such as myself with these topics about bettering yourself and being a motivation to your peers. Mark and Sharp did something legendary with those videos, they inspired a lot of people across the globe. and Yes as different as it sounds, Sharp's philosophy inspired me to always keep my house clean and have discipline in myself.

[@atlantaogatlantaoh3546]

Do the balls fit too? Stop d riding lmao

[@TreyGoose]

I knew who Sharp was from a video back in the day on youtube when he had long hair. He was showing off a 73 chevelle and I knew he was blow up after that soft white belly interview🤣☝☝☝

[@AM-xe4iq]

I love that these two met. Their energy together is like brothers.

[@heatherrussell7190]

Been watching Marks show since it's origin. He has the eyes to see and the heart to understand the plight of the lost. My parents were troubled, but I'm grateful when I see these stories..

[@bendrake9741]

I'm like ten minutes in and im already blown away by Marks capacity to be more open in this interview about his own life, and Sharp's capacity to connect and draw this out. Already my favorite interview I've seen in a good minute. Counting lots of marks that I watch almost daily.

[@look.itsdrew]

i dont even think this Sharp and the Sharp that interviews the Slutbuddies of Slutbuddia are the same person...

[@futureprodstudios6760]

SWU seriously opened my eyes to that side of society! There will not be another. this guy really gave us perspective from a side most of us will not experience or see in our lives. I’ve been on the shit end of the stick as a child, but the stories he reveals to us just makes me appreciate everything I had even if it wasn’t much.

[@retrosuperfuture5348]

I just went down a rabbit hole, and damn im shook!

[@prospectorbonky]

I grew up around all this in NY and was raised by dealers. Still to me some of this shit in here blow my mind and open my eyes to shit even after I been down bad

[@clairehodgson621]

I'm here for Mark. His humility and straight shooting compassion is truly inspirational. He is what he is without trying. Mad respect.

[@bittnerbs]

Mark is a gift to the universe. His ability to let other people tell their stories is unparalleled. He knows when to shut up and listen and knows when there is that lull in conversation to ask a pertinent question. He is the Jedi master of his craft.

[@dianeferchel8576]

totally agree SB- the interviews are compelling and have taught me compassion towards the down and outs and alternative lifestyle folks- many revelations!

[@TellyTingz2000]

Yup

[@alejandroarreola1646]

Lol

[@sydnayallen6762]

Holy shit... Sharp actually really respects this man... This is the first time i've ever seen sharp let someone talk lmao

[@paulgentile1024]

I think sharp is ready for primetime.. TV

[@mco_jont]

@@paulgentile1024Needs a little more media training

[@paulgentile1024]

@@mco_jont media training ?...like the clowns that are already on prime time..i hear what you' saying but I think a cat like shark needs to keep it raw..

[@Relaxedjack]

Yeah this guy is the one who put sharp on and gave him the opportunities to where he’s at now

[@chincheck739]

Sharp is an idiot like that..loudest guy in room is usually biggest pussy

[@hellraisincraisin]

Real recognizes real. What a couple of wonderful human beings. Mistakes made, lessons learned, and love shared. Respect to both of these men for all they have overcome and all they continue to share with the world. Blessings!

[@justin-os4xp]

One is a good person. The other is a straight up loser. A horrible person.

[@tobiasbirkhofer3045]

You know hes a pimp😂

[@maryellenblount6376]

I always enjoy Mark's videos and stories. He's brought so much to light about the human spirit and struggle that many of us would never know anything about. Thank you Mark!!!

[@TeeGlazedItProduction]

I just met Marc last week doing interviews at the players ball in San Diego. I respect the grind glad we crossed paths

[@darknebula310]

Luckyyyyyyy 😭

[@paulden3158]

Was sharp at the players ball too?

[@CaspertheGreat414]

Milwaukee In this bitch

[@robmckrobmck5567]

@@paulden3158 you'd think he more likely to see Sharp at a playas ball going by image

[@SACH316-f5c]

Terrific

[@mauriciomeneses6167]

Kinda always thought Sharp came off just a bit too tough, but this showed he actually does have respect and humbleness within him. Pure real talk between these two, loved every second of it. Mark is gold indeed, I always thought he puts himself in dangerous situations to get the job done, I just hope God blesses him all the time... I know he does.

[@annabelegan8097]

I get you. I enjoyed seeing this side of Sharp.

[@marissasuz1372]

Not even 10min in and I bawled my eyes out. When he mentioned he does this to show how important parenting is I lost it because it’s so true!! And I had a rough bring up and I’ve made it my life’s mission to be a great mother the mother I wish I had!! It’s so important. OUR CHILDREN OUR THE FUTURE! Please remember these innocent babies are WHATS MOST IMPORTANT!❤❤❤❤

[@sadhu7191]

Wow, u healed so many ancestors trauma this life!!!!!

[@marissasuz1372]

What does this mean? Who are you speaking to or referring to? Lost please translate what you are saying. Im sorry.

[@krollpeter]

@@marissasuz1372 Not sure if he was serious. You are absolutely right. These videos should make every government re-think education and upbringing.

[@prometheus730]

@@marissasuz1372 pretty much you’re the one to break the cycle, you seem to be the one who knows how important it is. Therefore since you’ve not been shown good parenting through your parents, same way they’ve been shown, but you’re the one to be shown and say NO MORE! Your ancestors trauma is the pain from that cycle.

[@AnGiiE_Mee]

Your doing great momma. Keep up the good work. I’m proud of you.

[@motivated1551]

I remember even back then, when Mark first interviewed Sharp, Sharp flipped the script on Mark a couple of times, asking him questions rather than answering them. Love Sharp for his personality and ways that I can relate to and Mark for his awesome interviews. He gives these people trapped in the gutter a voice and an optional way to get out. They both have something that I personally think can't be duplicated. Love you both!

[@fermentedfruit]

bro i was just re watching his stuff and had came up on this one and ik exactly what you mean 😂

[@RavenRoe108]

IKR🤯 The initial interviews on SWU caught my attention - definately STAND OUT EPS. Prefer this dynamic Vs the RAH RAH back N forth with other Guests...Breaking down an Individual's Mentality Matrix VS Superficial Surface level Sparring which SELLS but doesn't necessarily IMPACT in such a way that EDUCATES - purely an ENTERTAINMENT Tool $$

[@karatjuicepodcast]

This is the podcast collaboration that The Culture didn’t know it NEEDED. Real conversations like this is what podcasting is all about ! 👏

[@Uglytruck]

👍🏾

[@RoofinDanRHODEISLAND]

Thanks Adam , and all of these no jumpers , from gen x

[@ramrodbldm9876]

Man you dont even have 2k subscribers, you don't know what "the culture" needs. If you did you would, you know, I'll leave it there.

[@STXRMY365]

First time I heard of Sharp on a Soft White Underbelly interview

[@LoveFitsAll]

There's history

[@tazzzyy]

Loved how Mark discussed the impact that parenting has on a child's future. The first ten years mean so much. Gives the child the imprint they will carry. Giving them that acceptance and unconditional love and sense of stability and safety. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@toomuchtruth]

Yep, stable two parent households are the key to raising high functioning, capable human beings. However everything in western culture, from casual hooking up, gangbanging music & promotion of assorted degeneracy makes good homes a small minority now...

[@GpOg-j3v]

That jit will carry your legacy. Not taking care of your jit will reflect your life as a miserable failure that will be outshined by your progenitors and future generations, so we all ought to provide the fundamental basis for our kids to actually have the opportunities in life within their reach so we can enable them to find success in whatever path of life they chose. Parents are there to support. I have 0 respect for deadbeat fathers or mothers, they POS in my eyes.

[@tazzzyy]

@@GpOg-j3v yeah I tend to agree; Doesn't really matter what else you achieve in your life if you fail as a parent you fail at life 🤷. But at the same time I think most people are doing the best they can with what they know. Only thing is, sometimes your best isn't good enough 🤷. It's hard enough to break the cycle when you have all the intention in the world, all the desire in the world. Imagine for people that are just doing what they know and the thought never occurred to them to do something better. I think a lot of the failures are less so malicious and more so ignorance and not knowing any better Edits are for spacing and readability

[@CSERepair]

Preach!! That’s the whole purpose of SWU 🙏🏽

[@candice446]

I love how respectful Sharp was during this interview.

[@Gu1d-0]

No matter how different of a background, he seems to respect the character of a true and authentic guy.

[@ernestp.worrell8871]

It’s nice to see for a change. He’s not an over talking shit talker when he respects people I guess. I’ve mostly seen wanna be pimps and onlyfans women.

[@Puttycudii]

It’s cuz they built a good friendship that progressed from every soft white under belly interviews of sharp

[@freddywohlfahrt8830]

@@DisabledJay10 he puts people down who don’t serve respect. He respects those who deserve to be respected. It’s simple.

[@scottiemccarthy896]

this is the respect Kalpy thought he was gonna get lmfao

[@ethanwilliam9944]

Been watching SWUB for a while and the thing that first drew me to it, and still keeps me watching, is how you can hear the compassion in Mike's voice during the interviews and he always treats the folks with respect. No matter how disheveled or shady the guest is, he always talks to the with respect, humility and gets then talking.

[@Ladycyberella]

Wow Sharp. This is a full circle moment. Mark must be so proud of your success. Mark is so real and has made us all more empathetic. This was by far your best interview. Ps. You are helping them by listening and letting them vent. That is everything!

[@LuxuryBeatsMusic]

lol drop ur IG

[@YouTubeHandlesAreStupid]

@@LuxuryBeatsMusic Don't be thirsty, you stupid fuck.

[@reannabaker4]

Mark is being interviewed by Sharp. It's full circle! I appreciate Mark's amazing work. It's inspiring to watch so many lives being changed for the better. I expected Whittaker family to be exploited but it was wholesome. Keep up the good work! Oh wow. It's crazy that James went to the police and basically confessed.

[@stevil2006]

Mark is what I consider an incredible human. He has all of the traits, and flaws, that make a great human. He has empathy (very important), he's a thinker and also considerate. I can tell you now that he's a special one and you don't meet these people every day. Very rewarding to me as a viewer. Be good people, guide and protect your kids. They are the future!

[@BREASHONTELL]

Yes I agree I cried watching this video because he’s such a great caring guy 🥲🥲

[@streettravelxxi]

yea he makes money off lost souls but he doesnt seem to exploit them which is respectable ofc idk eveyrthing about him but my impression is a good one

[@arobin1960]

Sharp is just another hustler. Can't believe his luck and can't hide his ego/fear

[@tonyabela3799]

He exploits people for his personal gain. he's your average White Boy.

[@stevil2006]

@@tonyabela3799 Do clarify on how he exploits these people, Tony?

[@porschialauren]

Mark hands down has the best documentaries Ive ever seen. He shows the world how to open there hearts to what so many find taboo. He is literally changing the world and helping people understand that we are all human. We all need love. Ive learned to appreciate my life more, and have more compassion towards others. What an incredible human being.

[@blaquegirl77]

The Best Part is when Mark discusses Parenting and how important it is my heart melted when Mark said his mom died and his show is a Thank You to her.

[@sarahl4984]

Best interview yet. The compassion the humbleness and the vulnerability of both of them is beautiful!

[@zeusmendoza3753]

Here to show my support to both Sharp and Mark, God bless you both.

[@MamaGotBack..]

Mark has the kindness soul. It’s tough loosing a parent. She would be so so proud of you!

[@MagicRye_._]

I love the way mark looks at sharp at the end of his sharp tank interview it’s like he’s in awe. I can tell he is proud of sharpie. Also when mark spoke on his parents 🥺 I wanted to cry you can see he is still grieving the lose of his mother it’s rare to hear people speak highly of their parents

[@dg6845]

So true

[@bj777rob]

Some parents aren't anything to speak highly of. Unfortunate, but it is what it is.

[@tristanburch1901]

Sharp CONGRATULATIONS!!!! From that first interview a few years ago to now and you get to talk to your friend on your show. Have a genuine conversation and show each other some love. Dope dope moment. The respect you both have for each as men is definitely there. This full circle moment has to be surreal for both of you

[@internz4259]

Sharps gone far and tbh he helped me go through stuff I really never thought I was gonna fight thru ..thank u sharp

[@Penny_Royalty]

I’ve been hard on sharp when he does the yelling/screaming yet admittedly entertaining interviews …. But he truly killed it here… fantastic interviewing skills here. And now i kinda see that sharps demeanor toward the guest has everything to do with whether he respects that person. First thing I noticed he had his glasses off for this interview which is obviously a sign of respect. Anyway, I saw sharp’s heart and talent in this interview. Up until now I just saw him as a witty dude who yells a lot.

[@alyssa6190]

I agree ☝️ this was the one sharp !

[@Subllama]

!!!

[@bazglsgw1208]

Have u saw Sharps Soft White Underbelly vid? I did n its crazy how they have ended up here.

[@dewilew2137]

Yeah, I never cared for him (and I still don’t), but I’ve gotta give him credit for doing a great job here.

[@xtal1128]

I’m from Kentucky, Mark is what we call “good people”. I’m a huge fan of his work. Great interview.

[@Thekingkhari]

For the algorithm. Glad to see Sharps story come full circle. It’s a beautiful thing. I know Mark is proud!

[@SR77736]

it really is. nice that Sharpe is returning the love back to Mark.

[@imnotjacob.]

It's crazy how they've come full circle. Such a dope episode. Mark must be proud of what his video did for Sharp.

[@celestegarcia923]

I genuinely don’t think Mark is “proud” of Sharp. Somewhat impressed? Yeah. But what Sharp is currently doing isn’t something to respect or admire. I mean, most of his episodes consist of him calling random IG girls b*tches and yelling over them.

[@hannibalbarca771]

Mark is like the Mr. Rodgers for adults. SWU is one of my favorite KZbin channels. He has some of the most powerful interviews and indepth views of life and it's experiences.

[@happybeach777]

Yeah man, well put.

[@stateyourthesis]

Agreed.

[@carolynnalvarez7032]

You NAILED IT!!!

[@Kllerz19xx]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE seeing mark on the other side of the interview seeing his emotions and allat just shows everyone deals w their own shit respects 10:31

[@niallcochrane3331]

SWU is one of the most important channels on YT. Heartbreaking, yes - brutal, yes - but carefully nurtured by Mark to communicate the stories of those who are silent.

[@Guiltless765]

Oh it's carefully nurtured for sure.

[@kaibe5241]

@@Guiltless765 You couldn't do it any other way. Seems like you're making an implication there that I think is unnecessary.

[@MiguelTyson]

People who may have a definite set perspective of the world MIGHT find SWU dangerous to that framework.

[@sabrinacabina]

Beautifully said!!

[@losbrooklyn8861]

Mark is an Angel, guardian to the lost & gifted them with a friend for a moment , a brother, an uncle, a confidant ... he has a pure heart & blessed the streets to our phones.... Bless up Mark you opened many eyes & ears thru you🙏🏼

[@gmb7200]

Well said

[@d00ziemars13]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@reec6400]

Definitely 👍

[@southernguru1455]

The sad thing is people have taken advantage of him because hes really kind and caring. I'm glad sharp stays in contact, at the very least he can show him how to move safer out in these grimey streets

[@jennchristian5759]

@LosBrooklyn 🙏

[@mambak9]

Anyone who has had a rough upbringing with their parent or parents will feel this interview on a whole other level glad their spreading awareness sometimes we are so hard on ourselves that we dont realize everything we do and say is a reflection of what we learned or witnessed as children but we dont realize it until we are older... thanks for an amazing interview sharp

[@AnonymousUsual]

Well said man and good job breaking the cycle

[@thaimperial97]

💯% I can appreciate a comment that actually says something. Not the normal worship of the person being interviewed

[@ogenevieve]

Amen

[@josephpa05]

Fact

[@Chipboykins]

Sharp won me with this interview , he real . Keep doing these yo

[@RyGuyRy]

Mark is just a wholesome good man , an angel sent down to help (so many) people that are in need. Thank you Mark! Another awesome interview! A true American Hero!

[@moronsaltable]

When Sharp asked how much he paid for the interviews I was disappointed when he responded "I don't want to tell everybody how I do everything, it's like then there would be a million people doing it"

[@wardonthestreet]

he's not though. he has emotional love not real love. hopefully he grows form this

[@shannonplunk1245]

The most important two people on the planet, mom & dad. This of all truths I know the most.

[@msjujuz266]

@@wardonthestreet is love not emotional?

[@wardonthestreet]

@@msjujuz266 no. not real love. real love has no emotion. it just is.

[@sweetleaf899]

My goodness! What an interview! 50 minutes went by so fast, I swear I could sit and listen to them talk all day. Thank you Mark for introducing us to Sharp (the greatest) and thank you Adam for bringing Sharp into the spotlight! I’ve become addicted to this podcast, keep up the good work everyone. And yes, Sharp, we need more conversations with Mark 👌🏼

[@AlphaSniperAcademy]

These guys are best friends for life. You can feel the connection Mark has with Sharp, deep mutual respect.

[@enocraavi]

Sharp…bro,on God,you changed my life yesterday listening to the three interviews you did with SWU. And this,doesn’t disappoint one bit either! Once upon a time I fell in love,for a brief moment in time,with a Ho… and I couldn’t believe it,but now I know it really happened. And you sparing Mark the public humiliation he was desperately trying to avoid in his admittance that he too had done the same thing while in his documenting of the ‘underworld’… just made it that much clearer for me. Thank you for being real and down as fuck for your WAY OF LIFE. For it has inspired me to become more aligned with my truths and courageous to walk in mine.

[@juhbulis559]

Honestly what makes these interviews with Sharp so damn entertaining to me is how much respect Sharp has for Mark. Mark has put himself in a position that many would think is impossible. Mark has earned his respect among peers that are tougher than almost anyone.

[@thaimperial97]

When you realize that there's people all over the country going through the same struggles of the people that Mark interview, your sympathy meter works better... especially if you're one of those people who's been through it. Such as myself. Salute to Sharp n Mark for this

[@larry6400]

That hit me, “my parents did a great job, with me and my sister.”. Imagine that, for us, who grew up feeling they were just dropped here to figure this out on our own. We know the other side of that statement well, and it seems like being a great parents is a virtue that is losing it vitality in this days and age, yet it’s so crucial and priceless.

[@rachelboone4526]

Thank you so much for having mark on your show and showing him such respect he is one awesome lady incredible human being

[@vicecityjj]

I remember when I first saw Sharp on Soft White Underbelly I knew he was a different typa brotha✊🏽💯

[@ChrisAlgiersCool]

Bruh yo IQ GO FROM 100 to 150 after hearing dude

[@MikeJones-pf4wd]

When Sharp said on SWU "A BITCH IS GOING TO BE A BITCH" in response to when Mark said he had a friend who did everything for his wife & his friend even sexed his wife good & never cheated on her. But Mark's friend wife cheated on him, that is deepest SHIT Sharp ever said.

[@beenstupid1050]

the dudes a clown. different my ass. the same as every other bozo.

[@rebekah1180]

Much respect to both these guys. I’ve been sober for 14yrs..spoke at a treatment center for years and worked at a treatment center for years. I’ve heard a lot of these types of stories, that Mark shows and Sharp lived, and think it’s so important to put out there. Some think we just wanna “have fun”, “don’t want to work”, “party too much” when it’s actually the opposite…plus most of us suffer from mental illness and/or some type of trauma. It’s also important for addicts/alcoholics to see it, to show where things will/could end up.

[@link6397]

I wish it was so simple me' brother. For me, it's either 15-20 years in thee' lockup or me doin' me'self in. regardless fook em' copers!!

[@TheHanouna11]

How can someone like Mark gets divorced! Great interview to get to watch the man I admire most on KZbin FR. His respect for others is absolutely mind blowing, unique and shows great integrity that I truly admire. Thank you Sharp 🙏🏼❤

[@laraoneal7284]

Sharp has really grown. I believe Mark has a lot to do with that. This has brought me to tears. Wow Mark got so emotional over his mother’s death. MARK YOU ARE SUCH A GIFT TO ALL OF US.

[@4qset162]

U

[@jojothesage8575]

Tears baby? Really?

[@teresadorta3690]

Yes he is

[@diannh2894]

I love how protective Sharp is over Mark. Two completely different individuals who managed to find a friendship and its beautiful. @softwhiteunderbelly is a prime example of having no judgements and allowing people to be who they are. 😊

[@chris_saidso]

Sharp gone entertain the people and match your energy in these interviews. He treats people how they treat themselves. We’ve seen how the conversations go when the person being interviewed doesn’t respect themselves.

[@ifrr8337]

🎯

[@Damari90]

Chuuuch 🅿️

[@imnotjacob.]

Exactly!

[@jay68]

What an amazing interview. Sharp is really improving his interviewing skills. Love the realness and the bond these two have with each other.

[@MagicMilo344]

The raw emotion & respect in this video speaks volumes. This is quality content 🔥

[@blaquegirl77]

SUPREME QUALITY CONTENT!!!