The Mark Laita Interview: Creating “Soft White Underbelly” & Documenting America’s Dark Side

[@NoJumper]

0:56 Rich or poor people are people who want to tell their story 3:03 What happens when guests lie 5:22 The eager to learn though these stories and meetings these people 7:30 Coming from advertising photography 8:47 Making the decision of focusing on his content in 2010 9:46 His very first powerful interview with a prostitute 12:45 Traveling around the country to film content 14:18 Adam's attitude when he his store was downtown and interacting with a homeless 15:37 Mark gave like 1K just right before he came to do the interview 16:54 Mark is known to be the guy with money so people call him for any kinda help 17:40 Going to Memphis unplanned 18:31 Not putting out content that's not interesting enough 19:35 Being drained after some interviews: "How much pain can you listen to" + Working alone, not hiring a team 22:54 Adam was told it was frowned upon to photograph homeless 23:37 Treating everybody with respect 24:19 Paying guests + Appalachians won't take money from Mark 27:05 People who look good on camera but the interview is bad are not coming out + Not doing clickbait 31:14 Whether you're homeless or drug addict the main thread is mental health 32:55 Getting called out for a certain type of guests 37:21 Nick Cannon interviewing Spencer and getting along, the interview never came out 38:39 Mark says he's not an interviewer, he just let people talk, sitting down with great storytellers 40:53 "Nothing is more powerful than finding through the grapevine that you had accomplishments" vs a guest who flex about how great they are 46:30 Mark consider his work educational, sometimes KZbin algorithm says otherwise 51:08 Underbelly is not an addict/homeless channel + Best content on Skid Row 52:25 Consent of being filmed if you're not able or on drugs + Removing videos because the family wants it down but the subject wants to keep it up 55:16 "No you don't really have their consent if they're high" + Pushing the limit all the time 57:53 "Everybody in music is using" + The "functioning" addict video making huge numbers 1:01:47 Has Mark learned anything throughout his interviews 1:02:58 Sharing these stories to understand the root of bad behaviors 1:04:13 "If you love yourself you're not gonna treat your kids badly" + Being open minded to learn and not judged 1:07:30 James who R his own mom 1:08:35 "Why are people so cruel?" 1:11:05 Mark explaining to an old blk lady what racism is 1:14:00 Doing clansmen interviews and comments agreeing with the subject 1:15:51 Repurposing content, writing books?? Learning and keep learning 1:17:34 Not hiring just anyone, let alone for free 1:19:44 The Ron Jeremy interview + Interviewing someone who has nothing to sell 1:22:13 Finding a guest who loves doing what they do like g*ang members 1:24:42 The case of Amanda! How Mark followed her path to getting clean who sadly passed away in her sleep a couple months ago 1:31:00 Being clean-cut, not taking drugs and respectful is a good entry point but also get taken advantage of

[@ShouriSays]

If you put this in the description starting with 0:00 intro it will segment the video on the time bar with those titles. I am sure you already know this lol. But if you already did the work why not have it segmented? Thanks for all the hard work and great interviews.

[@manumari1852]

Ironic that he says he hates when people come out and can’t tell their stories and he is one ineffective and uninteresting communicator 🤣🤣

[@buddypng31]

I love how you time-code your interviews. This really is the coolest podcast

[@sallyann985]

Is not using a spellcheck part of the style of the channel?

[@byrdie1111]

Awesome choice Adam I'm a huge fan of Mark, his content, his compassion, generosity just a genuine soul.

[@raphielusain9755]

It’s really cool when two completely separate things you like, inexplicably come together for no apparent reason

[@raphielusain9755]

@@learnnimiq781shit maybe

[@BritTellstheTruth]

Yes!!!

[@therealmegore]

That is synchronicity @ it's finest

[@mollyshanaynay4734]

Facts

[@Mr.ChadBased]

Real recognizes real

[@emptyemptiness8372]

"I am a photographer not an interviewer" says the man who has done some of the most powerful interviews I have ever seen.

[@TheWorldWillNotEnd1]

Peoples stories on his interviews are amazing and powerful but his interviewing skills are trash

[@jamdwhi]

@@TheWorldWillNotEnd1 He'd be the first one to tell you that.

[@dprogamer9689]

Crazy humble

[@vintagevirgo]

hes so humble I love mark. xoxo

[@JB-rl8ki]

I think he has ulterior motives

[@vapues873]

I am a social work professor and use Mark’s videos in my classes. He has done so much to elevate these voices.

[@Coastpsych_fi99]

100%

[@user-wl7dt1uw2e]

And he has paid them so they can buy more drugs. How noble.

[@JMM111]

@@user-wl7dt1uw2e I feel sorry for you

[@user-wl7dt1uw2e]

@Candi Chadwick I agree with you actually. I did have second thought about my point. I know Mark said without money, they aren't even showing up. I guess there really is no other way to see inside this world, in this way and try to learn.

[@loriroy1705]

@@user-wl7dt1uw2e or they could buy a meal or new shoes. You can't blame him for their choices. You sound very bitter.

[@michellenicole86]

His videos taught me not to judge homeless/drug addicts... everyone has a story, and 9/10 it stems from severe childhood trauma that I think most people could not even imagine.

[@malterwitty5433]

Facts on latter . No one choose to be homeless

[@paulden3158]

@@malterwitty5433 riiiight

[@goatpepperherbaltea7895]

Why’d you have to watch a video do learn that not judging just wondering like fr it’s wild like do people litterally not know that life exist it’s just confusing why this douche get all this credit for just putting struggling ppl on mic

[@weareallneighbors4459]

That’s awesome to hear.

[@glowingsme7943]

@@goatpepperherbaltea7895 better to expand humanity than act like a dick

[@zsto144]

Soft White Underbelly is one of the most important KZbin channels in existence. Mark and society as a whole would benefit so much if he had a team as dedicated as he is in spreading his message to the world.

[@OGAdriana]

Gang gang!

[@CatalinaFOIA]

I absolutely agree 💯♥️

[@stary._.butterfly3368]

Great comment,So true♥️

[@kennethhacker1341]

Yes!!!!!!!

[@nbsted]

I don’t think he has a message. I interpret his channel as a catalog of human views on their life’s story. He just lets people talk, he might not agree or condone what they do and he’ll wish for better for them but he’s not pushing that on us as viewers or them as interviewees.

[@mz_mnymkr1198]

I just recently did an interview with Mark on SWU when he came to New Orleans. I feel very lucky and blessed to have met such an amazing person. There are so many awesome things you can say about him. He never for one second made me feel negative about myself doing the interview or after. I am now in the process of getting myself clean and sober, and spiritually well, and I owe a great deal of my transformation to Mark, his channel, and the people who showed me major love through comments. The world would be so lucky to have more people like Mark in it. Blessings and a million thanks to you Mark!!

[@dubaiedge]

That's awesome, congratulations.

[@melissabee5845]

You are so right. Too many people prioritize being ‘right’ over being empathetic. Empathy is the highest evolution of the human species in my opinion. Being empathetic doesn’t entail dictating a solution, it only requires active listening and a desire to understand. I wish you the best of luck moving forward.

[@rferguson3]

I'm interested in checking out your episode. What's your name, so I can find it?

[@chemistrysimplified198]

i’m glad ur working on urself. ur worth it. keep going, never stop!

[@mz_mnymkr1198]

@@rferguson3 soft white underbelly prostitute interview Angie

[@SG-bk7pb]

Mark deserves every award under the sun. His work is beyond outstanding.

[@stary._.butterfly3368]

So true❤️

[@BeatsBy.Jake_]

💯💯💯

[@anthonybenincasa]

Adam couldn’t wrap his head around it. This guy goes to every part of the country and experience every culture. Adam gets all hyped about rappers and wannabe gangsters stories to get a check. I’m not knocking him for it, but he’s a typical stoner type that tries to fit in to people that can care less about him

[@victoriadiaz8862]

@@anthonybenincasa agreed 💯

[@Themidnightegardener]

jesus christ! you do know there are people out there working with the homeless everyday, and don't make a dollar

[@chicanoazteca8614]

Mark views himself as an artist. That's why i like his interviews. He let's the storyteller paint their picture. His channel is his canvas.

[@BeatsBy.Jake_]

He IS an artist. 💯💯💯

[@Kathie6767]

Beautifully said!!!

[@Idktyler]

He is an artist!

[@mstreech]

Facts. Amen 🙏🏻

[@vintagevirgo]

yes hes amazing

[@atasteoftherealitytalktv3191]

I am a middle aged black business owner and a mom … I have watched him since his first couple of videos… this a genuinely caring amazing man who loves people! I really hope he doesn’t let what people say stop him or change what he does to help people struggling with all types of addictions. 🙏💐

[@p5eudo883]

You may want to see some of the videos where he is being interviewed. I used to think he was a very caring man, dedicated to helping people. He has said in interviews he does not give a fuck about the interview. For him, it's all about getting that portrait. He is in it for the photos. It's his art project. That is coming from him. Yet at other times he speaks about bringing awareness to issues that result in so many damaged people. He has seemed genuinely emotional about it at times, sounding like he is about to cry. But I don't recall ever seeing a single tear. I tried looking through his interview with Koncrete to find the parts I speak of. I think that's the interview where he talked about the portraits being the sole reason for the project. But it seems like the video might have been edited and parts removed. Comments are now disabled. I'm not saying you should see him as a bad person. But I would take it all with a grain of salt, and keep a critical eye on him.

[@jackibunz]

“THE PROBLEM ISNT DRUG ADDIDCTION, THE PROBLEM ISNT HOMELESSNESS, THE PROBLEM IS MENTAL HEALTH” 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@beauty3328]

YES

[@daniburke9452]

It's childhood trauma actually even Dr Drew has said this. But yes mental health is the problem

[@bashmeesh]

Mental health is born in childhood. So trauma in childhood = poor mental.

[@cherrybelle7956]

Hell yes

[@girl123boy456]

@@daniburke9452 - Unresolved (ignored) Trauma develops into various stages of Mental Illness. The sad part, because of the very young ages most experience the initial Trauma... and it’s not viewed as such. All of them end up Modeling the Mental Illness of their abusers or at worse... feel they deserve to be the abused. Every episode of Hoarders was based off grief, depression or trauma.

[@rebeccabrooks3648]

I fell down the rabbit hole of SWU a couple years ago and im still mesmerized by each interview

[@businessbuilder92]

Talk about it

[@izzy6o839]

Lemme get that snapchat from u lil ma

[@aprilMichelleXJRL]

Your not alone sis

[@18whatsmyname]

Same

[@blainearrieta5462]

For real, especially if you live close to skid row.

[@smooktober7639]

Mark is a great dude. For someone who claims to be only a photographer he sure has some of the best, most impactful interviews ever. His interviews alone have changed the way I see people.

[@RoyAlexander214]

I am a heroin addict. Functioning at one point but through that time I listened to every video SWU uploaded. I found comfort in knowing I was not alone. I would say I'm a loner. With one ray of sunshine that keeps me sane ( a woman who everyday i have to double take the fact that she loves me) thanks for bringing Mark on your channel. Alot of people out there need to see and hear what his channel.had to offer.

[@josegarciai5039]

We're u from bro

[@svdderdvze6070]

Thank you for sharing, Roy. I’m an ex Dope head. Keep on keeping on. I wish the best for you my brother.

[@coweenuhm9662]

I’m a recovering meth addict. I wish you nothing but the best in your journey to recovery, whatever that looks like. Just don’t ever give up on yourself. But I couldn’t agree more. I’ve been clean for almost six years but watching Marks videos reminds me of what I don’t ever want to face again.

[@ReVolt_e-Vlogs]

I been off heroin for 12 years, & the only thing I do is smoke dabs for social anxiety & insomnia from PTSD, it's better than the doctor's "trying" to put me on every type of benzo! 💯 Heroin is the hardest drug to quit & stay abstinent from for long terms 9 outta 10 opiate addicts usually relapse within 5 years, it also forget changes how we feel joy, well NEVER feel happiness the same again, which sucks, & we deal with pain differently, but I'd rather have all these side effects to still have my life when many of my friends aren't here anymore.....

[@feidigonzalez2720]

Please get help/hope your recovery is going well. Losing my soulmate to heroin was one of the hardest things I’ve ever experienced. I was naive and didn’t notice what was going on until it was far too late. I don’t wish that pain on anyone

[@raiyathesoul]

I didnt see this coming . THIS IS EPICCCC

[@carynmartin6053]

Huge congrats for Adam and Mark for doing this!

[@kenny9088]

Soft white underbelly has taught me a lot. They should play videos like that to students in higher school and college, would save A LOT of people bad experiences. Great podcast here 👏

[@TheBatracho]

100% agree - students can learn A LOT, from avoiding some bad decisions basic things like empathy and humility by watching his videos. His channel is outstanding.

[@halfpennyC3]

100%

[@Jdot_1132]

Adam you just elevated your channel by doing this interview. Mark is an amazing human who is truly a warrior. Amazing interview! You should definitely have him on again.

[@heidster9996]

Nice to see his face, I always head his voice only. He is so calm and gentle with his interviewees. This guy is remarkable and my heart goes out to him - for the type of content he's covering, how emotionally tough it is, and how much effort and care he puts in. Thanks for covering him Adam, I have never seen him in an interview

[@convowithashnicole]

Yea that's my favorite aspect of Mark and his videos. His humbleness and patience, non judgemental soft-spoken personality just draws u in and makes u respect what he does even more!

[@brandimelton7566]

Ok

[@maymacbell3983]

Mark you are the most powerful interviewer I’ve ever come across, your calming and non judgemental voice fits perfectly because you manage somehow to get people to tell their own stories without too much directive from you, but when you do have input you manage to get their stories in chronological order which makes their stories more harrowing, it makes us the viewers understand how that person has ended up in the position they’re in, if you didn’t dig into their back stories people would just view them as drug addicts, scum bags, criminals you get the picture, but what you do is give those people a voice, the invisibles, the human beings that other human beings don’t see as human, you’re making the world a better place, you’re opening eyes and making us see that throwing change into a cup is not longer sufficient, we need to do more! Mark to say you do that all yourself is absolutely astounding, I think you’re a genius, the way you have it all set up, someone sat on a chair in their environment with a simple backdrop makes the interviews more powerful, and your black and white photos are compelling, you’ve opened my eyes, you’ve made me feel like I need to do more, I need to make change in my own life, and want to help others. I can’t say how much you’ve done Mark because there are no words to describe the impact you’re having on the world, it’s so simple yet so powerful, I could watch your content all day, I’ve told my sister who is a criminal justice social worker that she should watch your videos because I believe that what you’re doing is teaching us more than what any university book could, I love how raw it is. Mark thank you so much for bringing light to such a controversial topic, I absolutely love you.

[@crisleroi299]

They should make a movie about mark staring Matthew McConaughey.

[@shadyzbabii420]

Yup

[@velvet_spaces]

spot on

[@donovanhunt5873]

alright

[@kiddchronic9014]

Big factsssss

[@jennydunn1742]

Yes!

[@itsinthebagcrochetwithdarla]

I'm a huge fan of "Soft White Underbelly" Mark has a huge heart. He respects his interviewees and I love watching.

[@joshcolbert1986]

Marks one of the most genuine nicest people on this earth, he deserves everything he gets.

[@farrah9748]

❤ he created an art form of understanding people around us. which if you have an environment that supports growth, understanding the world around you is always an interesting pursuit 👌 ❤🐾

[@KadeemLiburd]

I'm actually shocked. I never thought Adam would have Mark on no jumper

[@ReubenRevolution]

Lol

[@tjeym8897]

🤣why

[@krazyK6996]

Same. He definitely deserves this interview.

[@KadeemLiburd]

@@tjeym8897 Mark's audience is kind of different than no jumper

[@tjeym8897]

@@KadeemLiburd true enough but most people watch both when it comes to the street stuff

[@anthonynicolosi9548]

SWU deserves an award for its eye opening awareness of the problems America still faces

[@IncredibleIceCastle]

He’s literally going to win a Pulitzer Prize, mark my words and come back here when he does

[@Dville194]

@@IncredibleIceCastle i hope he does

[@fadedrose9]

Absolutely!

[@elizabethlopez9932]

Mark is one of my top two favorite channels on YT. His videos taught me so much about people and their struggles and the fact that he does not seek to monetize everything he does and does it for us to learn and be educated is amazing. Keep up the good work Mark 👍🏼

[@mc2043]

What is your other favorite channel?

[@TMM716]

Look into BJ Investigates on KZbin.

[@dominiquejenkins5495]

She's 24 years old out of fear... Somehow that made soooo much sense

[@lora717]

Mark is paving the way for something big! Hes really shedding a light on mental illness and abuse and showing where childhood trauma leads a lot of people. I've been watching his videos for a long time & because of his videos, I think a lot differently of drug users because I've been educated on why most of them are that way. Did you notice how emotional he got when talking about Ruby Baker? He loves what he does & these people really touch his heart. Hes amazing!

[@SubZRO87]

Where r u from ?

[@Themidnightegardener]

he's making money kiddo- that's all, he's just making money. a portion of which he gives to them so they od

[@mindsigh4]

.......................⬆️no hear? nope. no see? nope. loads of empty speak? yep.🤷

[@karleenfoley4405]

SWU has taught me so much about humans and how we are all just people... His show is fascinating and has touched my heart many times... It's helped me to grow even more compassion for others. Very important work.

[@a.rae.]

It's crazy seeing his face...lol when we always only hear his voice

[@cepobr]

he has some videos that are just him on camera explaining stuff on his channel, too! worth watching.

[@jessicalund5190]

Look up KONKRETE channel on KZbin. Excellent interview on him there too.

[@originalsupaslim504]

I’d never seen his face until today either. Trippy.

[@Gangstermo_310]

That part 🎯

[@MegaMoegreen]

True.. you forget he’s a real person too..

[@diz_-4167]

Wow you got Mark to do an interview... this is legendary. He is such an amazing person who really does his best to do better for humanity.

[@Fabio-1988]

Mark your way too nice of a person. Some people see it as a weakness. My family take advantage of me too. You have a heart of gold my friend. Guard it from the dark side.

[@tonytravels2494]

I get you, but you just gotta be true at the end of the day. If you're nice, you gotta be nice. Maybe learn to be tough too. Learn to be a good judge of character. Learn to avoid the worst of it...

[@thefelicits]

He literally said he pays people to leave him alone / pays people because he needs something from them

[@cullinanallaire6828]

Caroline's interview was powerful, actually her series of interviews will leave you heartbroken. You can see Mark beginning to get emotional thinking about her. Well done Mark- I always think that your interviews may be the last some of the family members and loved ones of the addicts, and the homeless, might see or find in the future. You can't begin to imagine the reach these interviews might have...

[@heidimichellemoenkhaus3569]

I saw that. He was about to cry and then reached for his water instead.

[@chicagosveryown1]

You snapped Adam this is hard asf!

[@maddiecarp8863]

“The problem is not drug addiction, the problem is not homelessness- the problem is mental health”

[@mc2043]

The problem is the trauma these people endured while being raped and abused their entire childhoods.

[@tammyreneewalker5244]

EXACTLY!!!!!

[@joantrader1159]

Yes to mental health, but often this problem originates from childhood trauma, broken homes and broken parents who did not have a good example for raising children in a loving supportive home. There is so much pain here. It makes you very grateful for your own experience as a child. We were poor growing up, but my parents both worked hard to provide for 7 children. God bless them!

[@EckheartTurtolle]

You hit it right on the head.

[@carolynmurphy3697]

Someone else in the comments did exactly the same thing.

[@EddyG0rdo]

Mark has such a linear mind. He has amazing control of himself. He seems like someone who is extraordinary at concentrating and focusing.

[@james98852]

I agree, very level headed person.

[@sixplymaple1262]

100%

[@visionvixxen]

Yes- so much so . Matter of fact

[@jennajackson1912]

I agree

[@psychohazards]

Except focus on keeping the mic at at fist of distance.

[@3jsofficial]

I just paused this at 35:09 to go watch Ruby's interview. This is incredible. I was out in Venice Beach in 2018 and spent a month with the homeless at the pier. My time out there, the night I stayed out in the streets with them, they all changed my life. We raised money for them, bought them clothes for the winter and spent so much time with them but I think my time out there did more for me than it did for them. I am so glad I discovered Mark through your channel. Also, Ruby is incredible.

[@evanduvall2359]

You should go watch Randy's as well!

[@johnnapier1892]

Mark Laita - I admired you for showing the value of all the invisible people of the world by simply giving them a voice. Now that I've learned that you're actually buying people automobiles and giving them money to get their lives back together - you're one of my biggest heroes. Hope that didn't embarrass you. Keep up the good work!

[@immabigkidnow1]

This man is a gem. Such a great guy. This guys chanel is probably the only interviewing channel I like better than Adam’s. Very real and raw stuff.

[@losmaldonado9655]

Do gems / Great men normally get divorces?

[@immabigkidnow1]

@@losmaldonado9655 literally who cares lmao

[@losmaldonado9655]

@@immabigkidnow1 okay, so by default you just chose not to comprehend the question well enough to give even a 5th grade level type of answer. You chose a preschool type of answer.

[@immabigkidnow1]

@@losmaldonado9655 by default you’re a simp. tell mom I say hey 😉

[@losmaldonado9655]

@@immabigkidnow1 You call me a simp with absolutely no evidence what so ever, you do not know a thing about me. Everything I have accused you of being, you have given me evidence to back it up with just the few replies you have sent. You keep digging yourself a grave. Why? Why do sheep must act like sheep do?

[@shabee960]

Mark is my hero. His work is astounding. Glad to see him on here.

[@iPolitely]

@Vla Lua I take my yamaka off for him

[@losmaldonado9655]

Why is this man your hero? What has he done to shift the paradigm of your life in a positive way?

[@losmaldonado9655]

@Vla Lua I’m merely asking a question. Somebody nerf this goofy

[@businessbuilder92]

@@losmaldonado9655 addicts x addicts and those close to addict(s) get a wealth of information from these interviews because its hard to find opinions and thoughts coming directly from the horses mouth

[@jessicalund5190]

@@losmaldonado9655 watch the videos on his channel. It's super humbling and gives you a different perspective on your own life.

[@MG-ge5xq]

I am from Vienna, Austria, and I listened already to many of the interviews Mark did. I find it very impressive and especially that he gives those people a voice. Thank you so much! Please continue, it is of very high value what you do!

[@lp.shakur]

nice, da hama schon 2 klagenfurt 😁

[@peeron6829]

Wien ist schön :)

[@pdizzle83]

Wien oida

[@Maria.Maria.xoxo.]

Mark’s channel is what drew me to You Tube, I had never really used the platform before I found his channel. So glad you did this interview, his content is amazing and really does inspire people to rethink how they view and treat others, instead of always rushing to judgement.

[@ruebenrivera3070]

Right on Adam. I've followed Marks work for a few years now & I must tell you that this is probably one of thee best interviews you have done on your podcast.

[@colettewaddell8362]

I don’t know if Mark realizes it but he is basically an ethnographer. And a very good one at that. I have recorded the life history of Navajo family and the memoirs of a Holocaust survivor. The Navajo family I ended up helping quite a bit here and there financially. It’s been over 20 years and our connection is pretty amazing. But it does get a little dicey trying to navigate the line between ethnographer and friend. I also understand how Mark has to step back every now and then from the work. When I was interviewing the Holocaust survivor it got so heavy that at times I had to take a break. Anyway, the way Mark does it all on his own is amazing. Dude, you are a wizard! And you have such a good heart. Keep up the excellent work

[@livesofluxuries]

Do you fact check? Cuz 80% of his interviews are not even close to the truth

[@oscarzavala3312]

Does anyone else listen to these while driving and realize it’s better then music? These stories be deep.

[@jdolla4434]

Everyday

[@lorenzotate5578]

I be high

[@malterwitty5433]

I imagine it would be . I don’t drive so watch late Uk time

[@5turo]

All the time.

[@MissSweetieShortie]

Mark is incredible

[@timewatch5]

Adam's like I had the idea 1st I just didn't do it.

[@amba8765]

He wishes lol

[@inthenameofpain]

Hahah no

[@VinnyVincenzoYo]

Koncrete got him like damn there’s some competition now lol.

[@carynmartin6053]

Themes the breaks, dude!

[@Geezuse]

@@VinnyVincenzoYo dead ass theyre like swapping guests. Weird tho bc Adam22 is in California and Konkrete is in Florida, so it's not like these people just happen to be in LA for the week and hit some podcasts.

[@krazymama7206]

Sir, you have no idea what a blessing you are! I’ve been sick with the flu and binge watching your videos on KZbin after coming across a couple of Appalachia videos on fb. You are a rockstar! The empathy and compassion you have is something I wish everyone had. I’m from Appalachia myself and have thoroughly enjoyed the videos. I love what you’re doing! Not just the Appalachia videos, but everything. There’s a lot to be learned and you are teaching it. God bless & be with you!

[@yamomma6479]

This platform maintained my sanity, humility, channelled my despair, and has been immensely beneficial for me through this pandemic!! Thanks Mark huge fan!

[@coweenuhm9662]

Beautifully put! I could not agree more!

[@earloutdoors3286]

This guy is way more interesting than most celebrity interviews you'll see. Great channel

[@apeshitclothing]

Cuz most celebrities aren't shit or have no substance

[@ContentMadame]

@@apeshitclothing I guess you know them all personally? Because surely you wouldn't judge a wide swath of people you've never met based on the brief glimpses of their lives edited through the lens of capitalist gain.

[@TMM716]

Check out BJ investigates KZbin. Very insightful!!

[@spaceaddict5484]

Man Adam you are really stepping it up with these interviews. I love a podcast with substance with real good people. Keep it up. Mark is an awesome dude

[@JAMARISPEAKS]

I really respect Adam’s youtube studying game

[@KazingaD]

me too. SWU is a huge channel though

[@IncredibleIceCastle]

Jamari you watch SWU?

[@juanzamarripa3133]

Tan Superman bringing the 🔥

[@joseho-guanipa6044]

he'se a scientist

[@ghostalk2em159]

Jamarii my guy 👦

[@phoenix5694]

Mark is the only person I look up to.This dude is putting in so much work in to such a noble cause.Helping people.Its what we all have forgotten these days.

[@colewhitley22]

We all applaud you Adam. Everyone would agree that you're going down a bigger and better path with your chanel branching out with these type of interviews

[@melh8179]

The interviewer, becomes the interviewee….. love it, love mark.

[@Sarah-lb8cs]

For such a time as this……I believe Mark was called to do this to bring awareness to the people of this country and thus raise our individual vibration now and for the future. The ‘world’ has been and is trying to lower our vibration thus keeping us complacent but a shift is coming. I can feel it in my soul.

[@convowithashnicole]

Yes, the "powers that be" are using every corner they shall especially social media, to keep us afraid, stuck, depressed etc but you're right, the shifts are coming and they know this as well bc nothing stays the same. They can beat the people but they won't win! Spiritual warfare is in order!

[@imjustaguy8232]

Well the host is not helping that whatsoever. Quite the opposite.

[@angelicaarteaga9311]

But we’re all here watching them. I think it’ll take longer than 10 years to change a collective mindset and these 2 talking is apart of that.

[@imjustaguy8232]

@@angelicaarteaga9311 I watched like 20 minutes. No jumper is scummy I used to watch him but I can't anymore. A Hollywood know-nothing with too much money and he won't spend any of it on helping the problem he's complaining about. Only himself.

[@completelytransparent6320]

mark is an exploitaive fucker. he ONLY cares about himself and his brand and $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[@jodydavis6238]

I love Mark and his channel. He is an authentic, compassionate person who is teaching his viewers about homelessness and other folks who are on the outskirts of society. I watch the show everyday and it grounds me.

[@macdeeb]

Mark is such a good genuine soul. Love his work and a big fan of his platform.

[@cyndisbranti1594]

I’m a HUGE fan of Marks work and Soft White Underbelly. I use to judge the homeless. After watching Underbelly I have a whole new look at how 99% of them have been abused in every way imaginable. I have HUGE respect for Mark. Keep up all the hard work you do. It doesn’t go unnoticed by your fans.

[@heidimichellemoenkhaus3569]

This is beautiful. I love how Mark lets people be SEEN.

[@asdfasdfasdf12]

Mark is creating human history! His documents will be seen in centuries from now!

[@xgoatface]

Mark is sincere with people. He just wants to cry for the pain of others.

[@alexanderbayer4348]

Damn Adam is way more articulate and intuitive than I ever thought. I would love to see him expand his interviews beyond the LA rap scene

[@suetodd649]

I've seen Mark on many interviews, there is so much this guy could be asking. Mark is carring the interview himself.

[@trapsource_goddess]

Right he could actually be doing so much more it is surprising that he is doing just this

[@sethpowers1368]

I think the words Mark was looking for describing what his work is about at 7:20 is "capturing reality." I've been a big fan of his channel SWUB for a couple years now. Keep documenting the truth out there Mark.

[@CatalinaFOIA]

I find Mark's interviews and photographs absolutely educational. I am thankful for the work he is doing, he places himself in harms way nearly everyday. I pray for his safety, security and financial well being. These interviews could save lives, I learn everytime I watch a new video. Thank you Adam for interviewing Mark. Mark is doing God's work, humanizing all people, and helping those who struggle. My deepest appreciation for both Mark & Adam.

[@joyceannblue1433]

I wish Mark had production and a social work and media background team to help with his vision because his videos are works of art and education. This art should be used as a talking point in high schools. Thank you Mark for all you do.

[@samcait]

Been following marks page for a year now it’s crazy the people he meets and stories he hears and how genuinely nice he is to everyone no matter what they look like or who they are

[@512productions8]

Fb or ig

[@micxeymonday7290]

No jumper has finally given Vladtv competition with the last few interviews

[@stinkyboy69514]

fr

[@brandonstephens1447]

Adams been better then vlad for a long time now. I can’t stand class interview style.

[@SevenHunnid]

How do i tell my parents that i get paid to smoke weed & get high on my KZbin channel 💀

[@micxeymonday7290]

@@SevenHunnid show them the KZbin checc then show them ya video & tell em this money came from this 😭😭 duh

[@greenman5391]

@@SevenHunnid I seen you on mad vids bro lol but that’s the grind ig

[@Sinoochka]

I really wish Mark put up more of the success stories out there. Too many people are lost and have no clue on how to pull themselves out of their situation. It will be beneficial and also tremendously educational to hear more on how do you cope and how you can help yourself. Especially to relatives and close ones to people with addictions, who want to overturn the world but to get their loved ones help.

[@0ctober_]

this was a really great interview. would definitely like to see another one with mark in a year or so; more interviews like this would definitely be a cool thing; without breaking away from NoJumper’s original goals of course

[@JujuMama23]

I’m so glad you interviewed Mark so more people can experience his amazing, important videos and portrait photography!

[@youtubejunkie8053]

By far your best interview so far Adam, and he’s right….you’re a great interviewer. I would love to see you broaden your guest.

[@sunshiney3617]

so happy to see this guy on for a interview! i really look forward to watching this because he has a amazing channel! this guys really shows so many walks of life without judging them snd has really made a difference in what he does with these interviews in communities for so many people and also with how people look at others .

[@FatherDyer1990]

The interview this man did with the old prison warden/death row executioner was incredibly insightful. Combine that with the interview with a real inbred family from West Virginia makes his channel worth checking out from those 2 videos alone.

[@Sam-tj2rf]

@@learnnimiq781 they are titled “Warden/Executioner interview-Charlie Jones” and “Inbred Family-The Whitakers” check them out!

[@shanyoung8201]

The inbred one was highly disturbing wtf

[@dutchybag]

The warden interview was interesting, I wanted him to be a confederate dipshit, but that is not the case

[@zacharias7284]

I’ve watched the WV inbred family a few times. It’s one of those things I think about pretty often for some reason. I think it’s because you spend your whole life hearing jokes about southerners and incest, but you never actually see what that looks like. And when you do, it’s beyond what you could have ever imagined in the most horrifying, disturbing way. It’s so jarring. And incredibly sad. And you suddenly realize the Whitakers are just one example of likely very many in the Appalachia region and elsewhere. Changes the lens you view the world through.

[@avalondreaming1433]

@@zacharias7284 You might want to donate to the Go Fund Me he has for the Whitaker family. It's on their video from last week. They are trying to raise enough to get a new trailer. They desperately need it.

[@annjames4403]

that Amanda video did it for me. This life is so full of harsh realities. Gosh, I think about her all the time. May her soul rest peacefully. Rebecca, the cross dresser is another one that touches me deeply. The pain of humanity is real. Keep up the good job showing reality...

[@kyrahirsch4367]

Yes! Finally Mark being asked the questions. Soft White Underbelly is the most important channel on yt.

[@aLLCAPS_LIVE]

Easily the best interview you have ever done, glad that you’re using your platform to get this man even more of his much deserved recognition

[@unreliablenarrator6649]

Hey Mark, I watch your channel fairly frequently and in most cases watch to the end because it's often that the most insight often comes from the process of telling stories. We all have a canned version of ourselves and our friends are the ones that get past that and still accept us, and most of your subjects need a friend, so the least I can offer as a passive audience is to do that - give them a chance.

[@Tropicana323]

Love Mark ! He’s taken the time to learn and understand people ♥️ doesn’t judge and empathizes with mental health . Love this guy ! His channel really helped me understand. I grew up in south central LA a block from fig it helped me understand the people in my community so much more , I emphasize with the homeless , prostitution and drug addiction in LA so much more now because of Mark .

[@2cool2stop1]

RIP to Amanda that one hurt from his show

[@Rholland]

aw man, her story is heartbreaking. Im glad she got clean but its still so sad it was short lived. Life can be rough...

[@umidk]

What happened to her

[@phildrewsomething]

@@umidk she died in her sleep- Mark said her autopsy would take a few months

[@torettoyams5052]

Link to her interview?

[@picho5553]

Is that the one that her Dad was always helping her? If so this one hurts!

[@junehansen5220]

Mark has a wonderful interview mode. So sweet and empathic and genuine

[@dylanrhynard4140]

Dude has done more "this morning" than I've done in my entire life...

[@Truenorthgurl]

I’m a big fan of “Soft White Underbelly”. Thank you for interviewing Mark. It was excellent. Love your podcast!

[@BrightiiS]

A long time ago, a centenarian once told me, "Ask someone how they are, and they'll tell you their life story". It's true. It's so true, and Mark Laita does a beautiful job shedding light in the darkest of places that touch the soul, and it's electric to see, puts things in to perspective when the ego gets ahead of you.

[@nathanmeta6769]

This is legendary!!

[@jayme420]

Xs z1

[@tookie36]

Mark’s channel is growing essentially because he has such a kind heart and is trying his best. He probably knows less than most about social media haha

[@scorp024]

Thanks for the podcast No Jumper. We know Mark deserves his story to be heard too. To get it out and maybe even help someone in a different way, the mission and journey hes on also reflects from his own life. Life is life ... We live it and everyone should be heard! Everyone has a story and every story can be a catalyst to the better of another's life

[@clockwisetothelemon]

Deep respect for this beautiful human for the necessary work he’s doing. He truly does treat everyone with respect and he’s a shining example of being the change you wish to see in the world.

[@edendaniel344]

Dear Mark, all this story it’s getting to you I feel. I hope you get all support you need to carry on doing this wander full work you are doing. Thank you and please protect yourself mentally and physically. Peace and love 💕

[@petecastle5762]

Mark’s a great guy and it’s amazing his humbleness knowing how many he’s helped, Thank you mark for your kindness .

[@imdm_ofc]

wow...i litterally watch every interviews of you two guys. this interview is a dream i didnt even think of but it makes so much sense

[@esuswalk2006]

great job, Adam! thanks for introducing Mark and soft white underbelly to all of your listeners. No Jumper is becoming the most diverse Hip Hop media platform.

[@maymacbell3983]

Mark I don’t think you give yourself enough credit! I’d love to watch a video where you’ve helped someone and they’ve sorted their lives out, I’d love to watch that, that would break my heart wide open ❤️

[@Immaculately.vibing]

I keep commenting! It's just that this interview is your best so far, I feel like. The interview Mark did on the woman that molested her son was so powerful to me. Part of me loathed her so much, but to see how all of her life brought her to that point, and she hit the lowest of low to actually involve her son in her own disfunction (which is despicable), to see her regret and the reconciliation and healing that happened in her son's heart. It was beautiful, it was honest, and it was something I had never seen before. I appreciate that he talks to people who we may never hear from, in such an honest way.

[@YoBlackKidd]

I watch his interviews. Do you remember her name?

[@Holio88]

These interviews have been amazing. Adam has really stepped up his game. Wow.

[@liv_fahn4072]

Man I hope Mark never changes as his channel keeps growing!

[@inkedmomblu1510]

Damn mark starts to cry speaking about “Caroline” his first interview. He cares so much. I discovered Soft white underbelly about a year ago and I rewatch some of his videos. It’s an amazing project 💜

[@robinmartz9052]

My 46 year old son is an addict and you can tell when he's lying when he opens his mouth. I'll start letting him talk to me, but this last time, he said some of the most outrageous things I know are outright lies, but this time I called him out on it. I stopped giving him anything long ago, and he doesn't even know where I live. He said some really terrible things to me , vile things, and I blocked him. It occurred to me I may never see him on this earth again. He had to run clear across the country because he violated his probation. 10 years worth. It's hard for parents. You remember that child, how cute they were, how much you love them. It's so heartbreaking 💔😢

[@CatalinaFOIA]

I'm so sorry dear 😢 I pray he turns around and realizes all or his mistakes. You will always be his mother and you sound so sweet.

[@dwane_ashby56]

Must of done a great job raising him and helping him through his traumas. Best way to help the kids you bought into existence is by shutting them out and ignoring their struggle 🤣

[@ProgressiveConservative]

@@dwane_ashby56 lol I’m guessing ur a fuck up like her son, time to take responsibility for yourself. Parents aren’t always at fault for anything their kids do.

[@jjcoola998]

As someone who’s been through it you did the right thing you have to let them get to that point in their life where they ready to get right it’s so hard to not try to help or do whatever but you’re doing it right

[@pjhunton]

I see a lot of myself in Mark, Im a photographer thats fascinated by people but work in commercial photography to support my family. His videos are actually inspiring me to do something similar here in my corner of the UK, taking my street photography and portraits into interviews. His approach is very inspiring as are many of the stories from the people he interacts with.

[@susiegee76]

I loved the Ruby Baker interview. After watching it, I started the jello diet for joint pain and it freaken helped! My favorite interviews are the Appalachian people interviews. Loved them so much that I got me a little peace of land in eastern Tennessee. Mountain folks are lovely people.

[@DanielleFoster.]

That's pretty cool. And I'll agree that Ruby & Appalachian are enthralling.

[@remodz6385]

🧢🧢🧢

[@MAandS]

I clicked so fast. Mark keeps saying he doesnt like being on camera or whatever so i love when he pops up for a long talk. Top 10 anime crossovers right here.

[@Zo_1987]

This is Remarkable!!!!!!! I cant explain how much i love his Channel! Mark is one of a Kind! I just love people with Empathy

[@sii9423]

My first time watching SWU, I understood completely the message behind his videos. It is absolutely educational. I've grown up around interesting people similar to those Mark has interviewed. And to his point of finding out through their stories that they have personal triumphs & accomplishments unbeknownst to society due to their mental health issues caused by child hood trauma that they may have been overlooked because of their current circumstances, whoever it is that you end up meeting at that point of their life. It is very humbling, and beautiful to see that through our shared human experiences no matter what level we dwell at in society the struggles, and the capacity of learning from each other is superb.