This is so heartbreaking.My niece stumbled on this and noticed her older brother in it. The guy at the end of the video, the cook is my nephew. My sister hasn't heard from him in months since his dad passed away. He struggles with severe mental illness and addiction. He disappears sometimes for years at a time and my sister doesn't know if he is dead or alive. She checks jail rosters regularly looking for his name. Sometimes that's the only way for us to know that he is still alive. The tears in my sister's eyes when she showed me this video of how her son is living and his mental state just broke my heart.
@jeremyl36202 жыл бұрын
I am so sorry to hear that, praying for you and your family❤
@shable14362 жыл бұрын
Can't anyone do a wellness check on him and tdo 5150 him until he stabilized. He seemed to be around meth addicts and other mentally ill ppl, it can get very dangerous dealing with a mentally ill person that is on drugs as well, you have to trap them
@imdva2 жыл бұрын
@@shable1436 help cannot be forced upon people. there's only so much anyone can do. not saying its completely their fault that they're in that mess, it many times is the product of child abuse, but you cant give your life to help someone else you also have to look out for yourself. my moms friend suffers from alcoholism and we and mental health issues, want to help her but she isn't accepting it so we cant do anything for her.
@dadoffour2 жыл бұрын
Heartbreaking 💔 is there no one that can reach out to him
@jungwon94252 жыл бұрын
omg im so sorry this must be so heartbreaking. i’m praying for you and your family!!
@fireemblemistrash752 жыл бұрын
That man who lost his luggage and ID tore at my heart strings. Same with the guy with a black hat. It’s heartbreaking what rock bottom can really be like for some people.
@VilaToro64 Жыл бұрын
Fire emblem is trash indeed
@epicleak2 жыл бұрын
the lady with the cat literally broke my heart, imagine being homeless not even being able to feed urself but still making sure u feed something else. so sweet
@PepsiMan6662 жыл бұрын
You'd be surprised how well kept many of their pets are. Extreme animal rights group in some European country were trying to take a homeless persons dog and the community got up in arms to get it back for them. Taking care of those pets is what keeps many of these people going.
@epicleak2 жыл бұрын
@@PepsiMan666 really?? thank god people stood up for them!!
@kgonzalez80982 жыл бұрын
A cat can never be kept where it doesn’t want to be, she’s putting the cat first and that’s why it stays with her.
@osayybundy6157 Жыл бұрын
😢
@akidim13 Жыл бұрын
If it’s one thing I’ve noticed living in a low income/crime ridden area my whole life is that meth users/ heroin users treat there animals and take care of them better than anyone else you could Imagine , I have yet to see a starving dog who belongs to a homeless drug user
@Lil-Britches Жыл бұрын
As someone who is currently homeless. I've said if anything ever goes down we are the ones who are built to survive. I've been outside sleeping when it's 16degrees, sweltering Texas summers too. You'd be surprised how you adapt. I have a full time job too! Also I'm not a junkie, just fell on hard times. I'm getting back on my feet thought it's just taking time.
@cindylefort8666 Жыл бұрын
Praying for you 🙏 God bless you stay strong 🙏❤️ blessings are coming your way.
@bless520 Жыл бұрын
KEEP MOVING YOU GOT THIS 💯
@jakesm7950 Жыл бұрын
Praying for you man.
@casadactyl21 Жыл бұрын
🎉🎉🎉 you got this!!
@elijahwickham9936 Жыл бұрын
What is your name?
@Nicole-oi6il2 жыл бұрын
I worked in a homeless shelter and one guy told me “everyone is one bad decision away from being homeless”. So very true.
@prevaloir53622 жыл бұрын
It's not 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@burberryducks64812 жыл бұрын
@@prevaloir5362 I have never done heroin but you should try that just once if you don’t believe in being one bad decision from homelessness.
@prevaloir53622 жыл бұрын
@@burberryducks6481 Trying heroin isn't one bad decision.
@dadeee7776 Жыл бұрын
@@burberryducks6481 i mean i know people who have done it, some kept a job and worked hard is weird how the mind works
@burberryducks6481 Жыл бұрын
@@prevaloir5362 I disagree.
@garya69782 жыл бұрын
The irony of this story is compelling. On the one hand you see the homeless live underground trying to make ends meet and battle with the uncertainty of their environment. On the other hand, above ground you know that lavish casinos abound where money is thrown around slot machines, table games, bars like money is not an object. Life is so unfair.
@Poppycock84 Жыл бұрын
I cant believe this comment hasn't got more likes!
@Wlichamp Жыл бұрын
Allah is,and soon we all be back to him for justice “ fair and equal “
@Daygo05118 ай бұрын
Life can be unfair but nobody is holding these people from not being able to also "throw money around in a casino" but themselves. There's plenty of resources especially in Las Vegas. Also did you not see all the numbers she had written on the wall all different resources like the one that says shine a light that's a non-profit organization the specifically goes down there to those tunnels and offers people a way out
@jenaewethington1994 Жыл бұрын
Travis one of the first guys in the video is my dad. I haven’t seen or heard from him in 11 years, glad to hear his voice. ❤
@kden71977 ай бұрын
Wow that's crazy
@jackscalibur7 ай бұрын
What the hell, really?
@the_1999_kid6 ай бұрын
Damn really? You should visit him
@StroudySolos4 ай бұрын
😮
@goustchild999-h4r4 ай бұрын
I call cap
@charlesfisher4657 Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate how articulate and kind you were to all of these people. A lot of people think homeless people are just crazy and are less than people, but some people just don't have other options
@melaniemaxwell633811 ай бұрын
He's still exploiting them, making a profit, and not helping. This is deplorable.
@JennaB51502 жыл бұрын
I had a friend that unfortunately ended up in one of these tunnels not in Las Vegas but in Henderson, NV and it rained and the tunnels flooded and he passed away . He was washed away in the flood while sleeping and passed away. R.i.p. Dave ...so scary to think about.
@You-ye4xb2 жыл бұрын
Damn…
@mr.sophistication1654 Жыл бұрын
Weird flex but ok
@JennaB5150 Жыл бұрын
@@mr.sophistication1654 what's that mean?
@macwright3925 Жыл бұрын
That's wild smh
@mr.sophistication1654 Жыл бұрын
@@JennaB5150 seems odd to brag about that is all
@brianwilson80882 жыл бұрын
Dang dude, Tommy was so soft spoken and caring that he almost seemed to be playing a character. He was able to talk to so many people because he came off as so inviting.
@ChiTownGuerrilla2 жыл бұрын
That's Tommy.
@Americansikkunt2 жыл бұрын
@TheKimberlydw isn’t there a difference between using caring for the sake of caring, and doing what Louie Theroux does (acts caring, while framing his subject as ultimately wrong, misguided, or not acceptable.)
@CornishLiving82 жыл бұрын
@@Americansikkunt Louis theroux is the legend of all legends watch your mouth
@thirtythreeeyes86242 жыл бұрын
@@Americansikkunt A true documentarian only points the camera and gets as deep into the subject as possible letting the viewer form the point on their own. In order to do so when documenting people who will kill you you have to be nice.
@Chris-bu5yn2 жыл бұрын
@Ramadon yea he is I know Tommy irl dudes a great guy
@danielt31042 жыл бұрын
Please continue to interview people like this. You are much better suited towards this documentary style than you are pranks or joke videos.
@irishjoe91952 жыл бұрын
Tommy is probably one of the best in person Documentary style KZbinrs!
@isaiahsherman21992 жыл бұрын
For sure
@SupermanAJ232 жыл бұрын
💯💯💯💯💯💯
@BarelyGoodTV2 жыл бұрын
check out Oki's Weird Stories! He also does great journalism/documentary style content
@irishjoe91952 жыл бұрын
@@BarelyGoodTV Yeah Oki’s awesome! Dude I love his channel very in-depth with his Documentaries
@mmmaaaabbb2 жыл бұрын
Fosho
@tdogaz41142 жыл бұрын
The homeless guy with the black cap"hat" is so articulate and smart and really understands what's going on and how to help people and how to live without help that man I feel like might just need a little bit of a really positive change and he could do a lot for this world that man is actually very smart.
@Ghostyfrost96882 жыл бұрын
They're all homeless
@membersonlyvr46262 жыл бұрын
Thats Tommy?
@sethmiller8052 жыл бұрын
Seriously though, I'm sure people relate more to that guy than they do the people that try to tell them how to live/eat/sleep.
@PaulMuadib118112 жыл бұрын
Black * raises fist *
@morganbailey-wright46942 жыл бұрын
Lol @ “actually”
@carolinaferreira9733 Жыл бұрын
One thing I find really interesting about these videos is that when u ask other people what to do about the homeless situation they usually reply “take them off the streets and give these people homes”, however when you ask someone who’s actually homeless they respond like the gentleman at 11:00 “give us jobs, give us ids” It really shows the difference in perspective. People who arent in that situation are more inclined to think about immediately temporary solutions, while those living the problme are thinking of things that can help them long term.
@doctorgothicc Жыл бұрын
It's so true. And often if you look in to getting a job or an ID you will have trouble getting it if you don't have an address associated with your name in that state. Sadly this vicious cycle is one of the major conundrums that the homeless population faces
@ethanstump8 ай бұрын
Yet in Utah, our housing first policy actually works better than just giving them jobs? And Utah is not known for being a liberal state. Housing is not a quick fix, it takes years to build, and years to fund. It's the long term solution these people need, because I've known too many of the working homeless to think that a job will actually solve these issues writ large, because if it was, it already would've since we have the lowest unemployment in the longest time.
@Voxphyle8 ай бұрын
@ethanstump On average, homelessness in Utah has remained pretty steady since 2005 (which is when Utah adopted its housing first policy). So no, I wouldn't say Utah's housing first policy is a real success story.
@ethanstump8 ай бұрын
@@Voxphyle are you talking about total, or per capita, since our population has increased by 50% since 2000. of course, we are no finland, but literally being sandwiched between two of the largest population center's (cali and texas) means that we have had to focus greatly on housing, yet because of geography we can't really sprawl, and while that's great for density and affordability in the long run, it requires a higher amount of capital upfront. there's a lot of reasons as to why SLC is more expensive than many people give it credit for, and that means that actually housing the homeless often is such a contentious issue, because housing itself is pretty difficult here even if your a normal working stiff. what are you comparing it to?
@ronnieturner68202 жыл бұрын
I planned to tune in quickly to watch for a couple mins just to get an idea and move on. Ended up watching every second. You so effortlessly are able to get on a level with others that makes them instantly feel comfortable around you and able to open up. I remembered seeing your old content and didn’t see you lasting long on KZbin. Glad you found your calling because it’s great content and you truly seem like a great person. Don’t know you, but I am happy for you
@Loregasmo2 жыл бұрын
I remember calling Tommy out on a video he did where he accepted money from a homeless man and I doubted his heart and intentions but Tommy replied understanding my views. I’ve been riding with him ever since, dude has a heart of gold and I’m sad I didn’t see it back then. Love you, dude! Keep on keeping on
@bunnyg79742 жыл бұрын
yet he asked them what they needed most to not give them anything and just exploited them for profit on his youtube and patreon.. lol
@vision52262 жыл бұрын
@@bunnyg7974 Not trying to be rude but he doesent have to give them anything, especially if he asks if its ok to be recorded and the the guy who asked for something in return he gave to him. Edit: he also couldve gave them stuff off camera and some of the stuff he just couldnt provided such as a shower and toilet
@ducksan35192 жыл бұрын
@@vision5226 he doesn’t have to give them anything ofc but he used them for content whether he asked them if it was okay or not, they did provide him with something and something pretty valuable too since he’ll probably be making thousands from the vid so he could at least feed them or give them supplies or something
@trimq23042 жыл бұрын
@@bunnyg7974 Hes not like Mr. Beast you have to remember, he doesn't have a ton of money to just give away hes a 300k subscriber KZbin channel and hes probably just trying to support himself
@newt62832 жыл бұрын
@@bunnyg7974 at 20:13 he gave the tour guide money
@miguelarana26102 жыл бұрын
That man in the black hat really moved me. He seemed like he can still make it in life and i only bless this man and hope he can find his way
@mikeluc99162 жыл бұрын
The rest are between a rock and a hard place.
@southlondon20512 жыл бұрын
Please tell me what making it in life means?? I'm intrigued
@miguelarana26102 жыл бұрын
@@southlondon2051 his situation isn't the best but nothing beats coming home to warm meal and a warm bed.
@zealman72132 жыл бұрын
tommy is real for giving these people a voice and giving us insight to their situations.
@IceBreakBottle2 жыл бұрын
For his own profit and brings them beer. You really think helping them is bringing them fucking beer?
@annaince Жыл бұрын
I watched a few Mole people documentaries but yours was done with a lot more respect. Enjoyed watching it 😊
@offdaystv Жыл бұрын
Wow, I’ve watched all of your videos about homelessness and the slum cities but man these tunnel people are so nice and kind. They seem to be the most “normal” homeless people so far. Especially the old man that showed y’all around. Great video and very eye opening
@BrandonBuckingham2 жыл бұрын
Tommy is Americas leading journalist
@ultimatescapebro2 жыл бұрын
Facts! We love you Brandon! Upload more BJJ content!!!
@843Reboot2 жыл бұрын
only one whos actually doing shit in terms of journalism
@irishjoe91952 жыл бұрын
Hell Yeah! Brandon you too broski!!
@GOOCHIElicker2 жыл бұрын
Tommy is way better than brandon fuckingham
@noahlowery19672 жыл бұрын
Cold ass rider ridin for a cold ass rider. Much love Brandon
@Troy2Trill2 жыл бұрын
The dude with the guitar definitely has talent I would love to see him make videos of other songs he’s done.
@trickky5982 жыл бұрын
def bro
@jaredmiller57752 жыл бұрын
Definitely dude. Thought no one else noticed that
@brycematthews2784 Жыл бұрын
Went hard
@zaeyr481 Жыл бұрын
Fr, was thinkin the same
@MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts Жыл бұрын
Agreed!! I can’t believe the guy who owns this channel didn’t give them all some money! That pisses me off 😒💔
@sethmiller8052 жыл бұрын
I love how he talked to the people that live there like humans. We need more people like that in the world
@onetwotreefourfive2 жыл бұрын
Are they not? 😂
@sethmiller8052 жыл бұрын
@one two the man with the black hat said "the police and people of las vegas do not treat us like humans." In the video. I was saying tommy did treat them with the respect all humans deserve. We need more humans like Tommy!
@onetwotreefourfive2 жыл бұрын
@@sethmiller805 I think there's a tiny possibility they're the people of the hollow earth others warned us about...
@Thomas-Skaa Жыл бұрын
I mean they are humans?
@dianelopes8199 Жыл бұрын
he making a video and will get paid each view and comment, come on now ,didn't bring no goodie bags of food with them for storys ,
@Sarah_Black_Sheep_Unite Жыл бұрын
One of the best documentaries I have seen on our homeless brothers n sisters. Thank you for shedding light on our people down on their luck - we need to help somehow ♥️♥️♥️
@cheyennealexander3039 Жыл бұрын
Your kindness and compassion as a film maker is clear. Gratitude for your work in this harsh world.
@dbx12332 жыл бұрын
"We breathe the same air, we bleed the same blood, and we all die the same." Said by the guy at 13:50. I like that.
@menwithven81142 жыл бұрын
He's 45??? Damn man I'm 43 and he looks like he could be my dad. Thats a HARD life I wish all of these people peace and well being especially since I've been a heroin addict and came EXTREMELY CLOSE to this exact life and have had 12 friends die from drugs, a couple murdered, one raped and murdered and many who are now homeless. By a literal miracle i turned my life around and now I own my own small business. Appreciate every day you get on this earth and just try to push through the hard times and hopefully light will be at the end of the tunnel
@purp28832 жыл бұрын
God bless you.
@jcosson102 жыл бұрын
Yeah man meth is brutal. Ages you all fast, fucks your brain up. It’s soo cheap. A lot of these people are so fried from it, they are down for the life they are living. I used to use crack and meth. Both are devastating
@StarzzyJJASD2 жыл бұрын
@@purp2883 you act as if your so surprised that he’s 45 and looks a lot older , if anything you should understand especially with you saying you used to do herion, I mean living on the streets not being able to take a shower or eat on a regular basis or get a goodnights sleep and being exposed to extreme heat and cold will eventually take a toll on a person
@Raphael-sk9pv2 жыл бұрын
@Pr0BLeM? that’s your opinion
@purp28832 жыл бұрын
@Pr0BLeM? What proof do you have that God isn't real. The fact you exist on earth that's floating in space, have a brain that's equivalent to a quantum computer and the ability to live your life how you want is proof that God is real. I am curious what you believe though. Are you agnostic or atheist?
@silverladderAZ2 жыл бұрын
Every video I've seen you do, you treat everyone with dignity and respect. I wish more people did that and understood it. This is also some of the most real journalism out there today, and I say that as someone who got a BA in journalism back in '99 but left the industry because mainstream media has become a product and propaganda, not actual journalism. Thank you for what you do. Keep up the excellent work.
@reneelibby488511 ай бұрын
I just discovered TommyG and I so agree. He's special.
@addmmss Жыл бұрын
By chance, I discovered your video on Slab City while trying to show my friend what it was like there. I visited two years ago when I visited the USA. I found your video to be really well made. Entertaining but also interesting and empathetic. Having watched a few more, I’m really impressed by your content. Your videos are very well made and you treat the people in your videos with a huge deal of respect. Thanks for making stuff like this. It’s great to watch and such an interesting and unbiased take on parts of society we don’t see very often and/or are typically looked down on. Subscribed.
@AlexWolfLikesPie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so respectful of these folks. I’ve been watching a lot of documentary content tonight about those without housing and a lot of the reporters are rly rude. You were great.
@woolfy022 жыл бұрын
I've been homeless before and could say we all do stick by each other for the most part. It's really tough to get out of it but luckily, I had family to help me. It still feels real bad seeing all those people in the tunnels.
@brandons2842 Жыл бұрын
Lies, homeless steal and cheat each other like mad
@woolfy02 Жыл бұрын
@Brandon S of course, homeless people can steal. I've never dealt with it from the people I knew. Not everyone Is that horrible
@Shlamings2 жыл бұрын
As a member of Las Vegas, this is so sad. My mom and her business go down into the tunnels and feed them.
@onyayekekay53572 жыл бұрын
bros a member of vegas💀💀
@onyayekekay53572 жыл бұрын
bro edited his comment to Las Vegas instead of Vegas💀💀bros a member💀💀
@Shlamings2 жыл бұрын
@@onyayekekay5357 bro hop off 💀
@johnnyghosst2 жыл бұрын
@@Shlamings lmmaooo, aye that’s dope as hell tho yo mom doing good work
@astrosfranchise2 жыл бұрын
thats cool asl
@KristenHoltan2 жыл бұрын
Such interesting souls these folks are. A great reminder that everyone has a story.
@KíaBernadette Жыл бұрын
This video had me tearing up.. nobody deserves to live like this. Hearing how depressing their life is makes me realize how much we take for granted. “I hate being hated”😢😢😢. It so sad how society looks at homeless people. They are all humans who are struggling🥺. This life isn’t easy and it makes me so sad how judged they are when they are just people who are struggling to make it in this world. So sad I pray for all of them 🥺💗
@bmenoahgothits6676 Жыл бұрын
No bs had me thinking the same thing. Makes you grateful for what you have
@lucyswankson29702 жыл бұрын
ID’s and showers. So many people overlook this…”they should get a job there’s so many places hiring”. But they have no ID, their presentation isn’t “up to par”, they don’t have a address… it’s never as easy as people may think it is… and they should be thankful how great their life is that they can’t even understand someone with a lower quality of life.
@toejam69412 жыл бұрын
Hiiii Lucy! I named my daughter Lucy.. Lucy Mae! Lol... poor kid. Anyways. I hope you are doing awesome. Just saying..."Hiiiiii"
@thelastpers0n2802 жыл бұрын
Id can help get you the right stuff for a job, an the shower well help you look decent an presentable
@YessirMinnesota2 жыл бұрын
DOPE VIDEO TOMMY! Great to film it with you and experience the Unique Underworld of Las Vegas! Yessir!!!!!!
@matthewluke16552 жыл бұрын
Holy suprised to see y’all in this video!
@YessirMinnesota2 жыл бұрын
@@matthewluke1655 YESSIR! X TOMMY G 🔥
@Sinz8882 жыл бұрын
I like these type of videos the most. Real life, real journalism
@dashagazo85082 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of respect for you guys going out there and talking to these people with dignity- as a Vegas resident, thank you I think you have helped. Steve O just donated 50k to the homeless here too, and there is another tiny home project on its way hopefully
@madlibs48 ай бұрын
Your video brought me to tears. You’re absolutely the best documentary filmmaker like this on KZbin. I wish more people treated other human beings with this much respect.
@Dontmindme-r4d Жыл бұрын
I was homeless and I've gotta say...the laws and community make so much more sense than modern society. It's so extremely simple and way more cohesive. I've always said and maintain if everything went to crap I will always choose to work with the homeless and addicts. They're the real survivors Edit: Want to mention that due to this type of society, that homeless lady was in fact more safe in the tunnels under the city than in the high rise above the city
@mbike18562 жыл бұрын
Bro please never stop making videos like this, you are so talented at relating to so many different people. I actually cried watching this because you're such a genuine person who actually cares about the people you talk to unlike so many other youtubers. Its so nice to see such a genuine positive force in our fucked up world.
@TommyGMcGee2 жыл бұрын
Thank you big dawg
@mbike18562 жыл бұрын
@@TommyGMcGee Thanks so much for replying dude you're awesome
@jaredfrazier22162 жыл бұрын
Cringe
@jaredfrazier2216 Жыл бұрын
@ilovecriptrain not reading all that. stay mad
@jaredfrazier2216 Жыл бұрын
@ilovecriptrain look at your profile. You're legit still in middle school
@-taylord2am-4732 жыл бұрын
Once again. Tommy going somewhere and showing us places none of us have most likely seen and will see again, much respect for showing and educating us on everyone you visit and for always being respectful 🔥👌🏽 doing it like no other
@luccimryoutube2 жыл бұрын
💯💯💯✊
@alexanderuhlein83062 жыл бұрын
I love how the one guy said he hasn’t drink in 20 years and then the next shot he’s holding a beer 😂
@igormironov73912 жыл бұрын
Haha Exactly Alexander, I was thinking the same thing. 😂
@aerreguin2 жыл бұрын
😂
@hamburgaler_hames55202 жыл бұрын
I just commented that
@zulfikaregzikutor55612 жыл бұрын
It was free and he can't have problem with alcohol because he is hooked on dope.
@hamburgaler_hames55202 жыл бұрын
@@zulfikaregzikutor5561 Not how that works I'm pretty sure
@shinosenpai31892 жыл бұрын
I don’t know how I stumbled upon this video but the one with the yellow shirt on that was cooking steak and rambling on about nonsense is my older brother and I haven’t heard or talked to him in a really long time and seeing this hurt. he’s broken, he lost his self, he isn’t angry he just is misunderstood everybody betrayed him and he has nothing left he has been fighting so hard and i understand people want views and everything but i know my brother he’s so smart he’s amazing, he’s a good person and these drugs did nothing but harm him and make him go crazy, Erik is an amazing person deep down beyond all this nonsense i’m crying so hard rn this broke my heart so much
@shinosenpai31892 жыл бұрын
i meant yellow shorts* and i love this video don’t get me wrong like he did this to himself and all these other people deserve to tell their story it’s just heartbreaking seeing him so skinny again.. 💔 no hate i just had to say this.
@Deadgurl7178 ай бұрын
I’m sorry 😢
@hollywood9414 Жыл бұрын
The guy in the tunnel with the black hat is hella intelligent God bless these people they are truly some strong humble individuals ❤❤ Thank you for being so kind to everyone you encounter tommy you really are a bright light in a dim world ❤
@dusannestorovic56992 жыл бұрын
Tommy is born to be an interviewer He knows how to be respectfull, what questions to ask and most importantly how to listen Respect to you and your friends for risking your safety for the sake of telling the truth
@southernladyish2 жыл бұрын
This thank you Tommy… this one real tugs on some heartstrings. We all take so much for granted. Including this country itself. I really loved hearing each of their stories, their perspectives. You’re such a good man. I know y’all being there, spending time with them, cracking jokes, asking them questions and listening to them talk.. all while being respectful, probably made their whole month!
@MrLfredolguin2 жыл бұрын
Went from A prankster to journalist. I love it
@suejonmeyers8362 Жыл бұрын
thank you for being respectful, I appreciate that you get consent and not exploiting a vulnerable group. You just got yourself a new subscriber. The fact that the homeless population is dehumanized and it was very principled of you to give the voiceless a voice without narrating a story for them. Medical expenses should not be a factor of becoming homeless. This community has more morals than elites and politicians. Thank you.
@trevordavis2833 Жыл бұрын
I run a Rehabilitation program in Texas. I was up in Vegas 7 years ago and was living on the streets and finally got caught up and sent to prison. When I got out I had to get out of there because I know the cycle was easy to get back into. I lost my uncle Travis in there and I saw this video of him on KZbin and he was on there
@johnhaaff59302 жыл бұрын
Live in New Orleans, lots of homeless around here. Help who I can when I can. It's incredible that some of these people will skip meals to help a cat. Some of the most kind hearted and selfless humans I have ever met.
@deerazor82802 жыл бұрын
Skipped the rat burgers
@johnhaaff59302 жыл бұрын
@@deerazor8280 yea the cats try pitching in too.
@kalebmarlatt49472 жыл бұрын
My dad is going through the same things as the people in this video and I’ve now heard things from his side which I never have before. Thank you for opening my eyes.
@tobinbh39402 жыл бұрын
I hope he finds peace and a way out of his situation..
@chrissgchriss2 жыл бұрын
Vegas Resident for over 30 years. Yes, we know about the people under the tunnels. There are homeless tunnel communities all over Vegas. Not just the famous ( Mole People ) one near the strip you are filming. Tunnel System 2 - Goto Flamingo and Maryland - there is a wash that collects water around some very cheap apartments. System 3 - is another near the Swap Meet in North Las Vegas. System 4 - Paradise under what used to be hard Rock Hotel now Virgin Hotel? Parking Lot. These are the ones I personally walked through living here for 30 plus years, you find them by accident. For instance, you are walking - but want to take a short cut ( get off the sidewalks, cut through places ) - then suddenly! you are in a homeless camp. If Tourist - stay where they want you -you will be OK, unless at Fremont Street Experience - where they are everywhere.
@JennaB51502 жыл бұрын
There's also the "wash" in the Henderson nv
@schitzy2 жыл бұрын
All of these people seem like such upstanding people! It's so upsetting seeing how they live or some even choose to live. The gentleman around 14:00 is motivational and have an extremely calming voice, this man could make it somewhere!
@ebombglass2 жыл бұрын
There was a time in the 90’s and early 2000’s when the tunnels were an amazing place to discover, before the homeless took it over. It was a place where people from all over the world would come to paint. It was dope. Me and my friends started the tunnel yard. Find the spray paint can holding a joint and you’ll see the first piece
@96krew832 жыл бұрын
That’s sick I wanna hear more about that painting down there was probably sick probably throw ups from the 90s down there
@paulyfresh Жыл бұрын
I was noticing the graf in the background was dope! Not your everyday pieces
@hoboholer2 жыл бұрын
Damn, what a sad story that first one is. Girl was a student and probably in her early 20s and somehow ended up living in a literal hole with an old man.
@jjcoola9982 жыл бұрын
Yeah most people don’t know the number one cause of bankruptcy in America is getting injured, with our fucked medical system
@jjcoola9982 жыл бұрын
Yeah most people don’t know the number one cause of bankruptcy in America is getting injured, with our fucked medical system
@StarzzyJJASD2 жыл бұрын
45 is not old by any means
@hoboholer2 жыл бұрын
@@StarzzyJJASD I would argue that's over half of the average lifespan. don't take it personally. Older men can date whoever they want, but it's a lot sadder when homeless older men date young broken women.
@acewild96892 жыл бұрын
Somehow ended up? It’s called drugs..
@cantbeatthebay47652 жыл бұрын
13:43 This guy spoke so genuinely about the reality that few people seem to be aware of. Society may seem more civilized, but it's only gotten more divided.
@rustyshackleford19082 жыл бұрын
The articulate fellow who still puts up an American flag even though he doesn't have a house. Living in a tunnel underground and proud of the country he's from. Some people don't appreciate what they have, and then some people appreciate the phuck out of the breathing.
@Jeff-mx7sm Жыл бұрын
Man such real people, my heart is being pulled, it just is what it is. I feel the sin of omission ringing clear, because I know there's things I could do to help. Forget what I haven't done so far, that won't help anyone. Dude, your videos are beginning to humble me bro, I mean I'm not elevated by any means, but I mean I'm beginning to want to find practical ways to help them. I fish, I hunt, I camp, I garden, I do many things. But a fish or a deer, a campsite, sure it all felt good and nice, but they weren't worthwhile hobbies. I'd rather help people than do what I've always done. Ya, people need help. Keep showing where these people are okay, cause I wouldn't have known where to look prior to these videos. Keep giving out beer and cigarettes, people need that. Keep hearing their stories. Keep inspiring. Keep it up, please!😌
@princessofchina2315 Жыл бұрын
Just came across your channel and this video. Impressed by your respect for these people and your compassion. Good documentary, good people. 👍
@officialdb23682 жыл бұрын
Great video bro! Watching from inside the car I live in. Very blessed to have this car, as My girl and I were sleeping on a play set at a public park with no job no financial help. Finding a job was difficult and took about a month, I’m very happy to be working now and have a car that runs and protects my girlfriend and I from the elements. I’m definitely not outta the woods yet, I have to keep grinding at work and on my dream. I do not do drugs or commit crimes or do bad shit. I think people would treat homeless better if they understood how easily it could also happen to them. Most people will never have an actual understanding of it until it happens to them or they witness it. Also you’re not screwed if you’re homeless and have no help. it might not be up to you how long you’re out there but what is up to you, is wether or not you give up!
@purp28832 жыл бұрын
Faith and hope will always keep us afloat even when it may seem we are sinking. Keep your head up bro! God bless 🙏
@jonathanforlin18542 жыл бұрын
It's nice to have a car to live in, I'm in mine with my GF and dog. If I loose this and the girl, a hammock looks the par. Grab a camo one and hide in the forest, easy here in Canada. I can't see the light, no "home" in sight for me. Glad you got something to aim for, go get it love your dream.
@nickteie21542 жыл бұрын
"Cesar palace who's up there Jerry sienfeld, Cher?" Dudes been down there a while
@Feverdream.studios2 жыл бұрын
If you pause 20:50 you can see this man writes messages on the wall, "i need a new bed" and more.. he seemed like a good fellow, sucks people go thru this
@QueenB5722 жыл бұрын
Straight From the Streets was founded by Linda Lera who is a family member. My son and his wife and Linda went down to the tunnels to make a documentary. Linda at that time was the only person allowed down there by the mole people because she helped them so much! It was her passion. The non profit is still going on despite her death.
@reggiecosens97002 жыл бұрын
I was in Vegas in august and it flooded really bad. I witnessed it first hand. Vegas isn't used to heavy down pours and when it does it can get crazy first. The flooding in august killed a few in the tunnels. I wish I could upload the photos and videos I have of the flood when I was there in August.
@ethanwilliam9944 Жыл бұрын
I loved that you guys treated them with respect and not as a side show. They're human too and should be treated like anyone else. Well done fellas.
@brandond.7342 жыл бұрын
I live in Vegas, and I'm pretty sure I've seen that guy that was cooking walk down the road before, was yelling and swinging the sticks around. Interesting guy haha. Great video about these people, always really interesting to hear their stories, a lot of things to learn about what not to do to help prevent getting in these situations, obviously not 100% their fault though. Gotta say though living in the tunnels is very dangerous, when it rains here, a lot of the time flash floods happen, and the drains are basically a river for a good amount of time.
@lauradavis4848 Жыл бұрын
I lived in Vegas in the mid to late 90's. It literally rained one time in the 3 yrs I lived there. Rained 1/4 inch in about 20 mins. This past year I saw at least twice that it rained and flooded like crazy. When I first moved there, I had just turned 21. Saw a ton of people laying in the park on Maryland Pkwy covered in white sheets, 116 degrees out in Aug. I told my ex, something bad happened at the park, there are tons of dead people covered in sheets. He laughed at me and said they are homeless not dead. I was so nieve when I moved there.
@seanmikejaffer423 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this documentary guys. These guys made my day, their kindness and humility is very inspiring ❤
@amandamarie5337 Жыл бұрын
the 5:00 mark makes me smile to see that love is still flowing through people.
@SaltStorm007 Жыл бұрын
‘I have lots of bodyguards’...... followed by ominous laughter from unseen individuals in the distance😂
@karterecklind89502 жыл бұрын
The jungle cats, the tour guide, entire the underground community. There is something wholesome about everyone of the people in this video.
@Noah-cn2rr2 жыл бұрын
I'm 24 living on Gold Coast, Australia. I rolled up on some old homeless dudes with some drinks one afternoon just to see if they would let me chill and chat some shit with em. Hands down, some of the best blokes I've ever met. This one fella, Andy, became homeless when his wife died. I don't think I've ever met a more caring, loving and happy dude. But his story near brings me to tears every time. I love Tommy for this shit. No one ever cares enough for the homeless. I work hard as fuck for my money and my family, but I will give whatever I can, whenever I can. I've been homeless and my mum IS homeless right now. I'll never understand the level of judgement people have for someone who's lost everything and is now living on the streets fighting to survive. I hate working in a rich ass neighbourhood and I'm the young lad on minimum wage buying a pie and water for the old lad doing it rough. I wish more people gave back. Appreciate you Tommy! These people are dope.
@nicholascarver12 жыл бұрын
We were on a bachelor party trip in vegas over ten years ago. My brother and i met this girl on the strip, jenni lee. She drove us around vegas and she was such a sweetheart. Very pretty too. She insisted on giving us each a hundred bucks to gamble with. It wasnt until one of our friends recognized her from her adult films that she was in that we found out she was jenni lee. She was in a documentary of los vegas tunnel people recently and it broke my heart.
@MuckBlast2 жыл бұрын
This is the first Tommy G video ive seen and ngl I was expecting the worst from the intro. I was pleasently surprised to see how compassionate and respectful he and everyone with him was. I actually live in vegas and knew nothing about the tunnels, love the video
@Roxus13 ай бұрын
These people are some of the kindest souls. amazing share
@rausclark635 Жыл бұрын
This is real reporting I love this dude. Nothing negative. No bias just showing it for what it is. Keep on killing the game Tommy.
@RogerTheWolverine2 жыл бұрын
Tommy I'm so glad I came across your channel. Man you got it going on. Keep up the good work 👍 this is becoming one of my favorite channels 👍😎
@r3gret2079 Жыл бұрын
Gotta be honest, whenever I see these "documentaries" about homeless, I always get worried. There has been so many channels that do this n are so damn disrespectful, even if they don't mean it or know they are. They use these people n their situations as a way to make money and grow their channel. But thankfully, you n your guys did it right. From what we saw you were respectful and seemed really caring. Thank you so much for that. I have been homeless many times, n you'll never know just how hard they live until you're in their shoes. Again, thank you for being respectful and caring. I appreciate you.
@logangrooms256011 ай бұрын
Bro said he hasn’t drank in 20 years and he was holding two medelos
@FGNDWEAP2 жыл бұрын
The lady with the degree hurts real bad because it shows that even with college education and your life on track it can always go to shit
@VilaToro64 Жыл бұрын
Them student loans are a pain that's why I didn't go then when you get the degree they don't help you find a job
@user-yw4rj5dp5p6 ай бұрын
Especially if you do heroine and make tons of bad decisions after you get a degree…
@JJ-0062 жыл бұрын
Tommy is hands down the best up and coming real life content creator i see big things for him and this channel 👍👍
@barky12262 жыл бұрын
Im not from the USA, but I respect the way you make this footage. The videos are about American citizans and the videos are made for the American people. Respect that you show the less priviliged people and show them that they have a voice aswell! Keep on going, youre gonna reach the top with these kinds of videos! ❤️
@justforepic2 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate how you give people an opportunity to represent themselves. There's too much sensationalism in media these days so your videos are a breath of fresh air. Keep up the good work, Tommy
@linksgranny64 Жыл бұрын
13:00 I absolutely love this guy, I could sit and hear him talk all day. Seems so nice
@emmagardiner889010 ай бұрын
I started watching your channel recently and I love how you interact with people.
@u_ub2 жыл бұрын
"I haven't drank in 20 years!" 15:06 - you guys made him relapse!!
@mrjj91362 жыл бұрын
Remember your situation could always be worse than what it is
@krisgaines3661 Жыл бұрын
I love that he noted they gave THEM water! People so often treat homeless people like they did something terrible to end up that way, or that they'll definitely steal from them...when a huge amount of the time it's the exact opposite! I used to pass a group of homeless folks every day on my way home from work. (They would all chill at a little private school building after hours, it had a nice big porch and they never tried to sleep there or left a mess so the school was totally okay with it) They would just be drinking on the cheapest of 40s and playing cards or a mini board game... first couple of times I walked passed I got asked for a smoke...'cause I was smoking. I was more than happy to oblige! They invited me to sit, but I was rushing back home for some reason. The third time they invited me I stayed for like 45 minutes! These people and their jokes and stories were amazing! And they were looking out for eachother...one gal hadn't showed up and they were calling all around because her phone had been shut off, they got confirmation she was safe with another friend. Visiting with them actually became the best part of some of my work days! I commuted 3 hours a day, so it was so nice to get to Crack a beer and just chill with some really REAL people. By about week three of me hanging with this group (which fluctuated, someone doesn't show one night, another does...but always at least 2 or 3) THEY STARTED BUYING ME BEERS! I had started buying a couple cheapo 40s or tall cans to bring to share...they'd asked me what I ACTUALLY liked to drink, just in passing conversation...and bought one special just for me! (Waaay more expensive than a cheapo 40) and they did this shit consistently despite my protests "Don't spend your money on me! I've got it!" They were always so insistent! "You take care of us, we take care of you! " So I'd always buy at least 2 40s on the way home for the crew...but they payed me back 10 fold for anything I ever gave them, I learned so much from those folks and I'll never ever forget them!
@Karmaisabliss215 Жыл бұрын
His face lit up when he mentioned the luxury suite
@ovonast43112 жыл бұрын
Damn man, this definitely did something to me. Respect for the respect and class you all have for people. Really trying to understand their story!
@GradenLysek Жыл бұрын
Jay seemed like a really sweet and genuine dude, hope he’s doing good and going strong
@Bhadmonk2 жыл бұрын
The dude that was showing them around said “I don’t drink I haven’t drank in 20 years” then proceeds to drink a natty light I love it😂 great video btw Tommy
@streettravelxxi2 жыл бұрын
A lot of people refer to drinking as in being a drunk when u do drugs everyday there is no need for alcohol
@purp28832 жыл бұрын
@@streettravelxxi Yeah they know it's dangerous to mix alcohol with other substances so they either don't drink or have just 1 beer.
@streettravelxxi2 жыл бұрын
@@purp2883 well said
@Dontmindme-r4d Жыл бұрын
If that guitar dude had an album, id buy it. Great sound and definitely my vibe
@SandraPokorneyCmonDude8 ай бұрын
Your compassion brings me tears to my eyes. Thank you for never being condescending to anyone.
@Haydn-f8r11 ай бұрын
Tommy Brother , i just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for showing us the parts of earth that the civilians of Earth dont understand and know about and helping shine a light on the matters at hand that we need to focus our attention on as Americans! Your the man brother! Love ya from Lima, Ohio Trenches
@dilloncarpenter86552 жыл бұрын
Keep posting bangers like this and Tommy G will be at 1 million in 2023
@richdiscoveries2 жыл бұрын
No matter how bad things are, they could always be worse. That's why I try not to stress myself at all with issues
@Xxxluca_2 жыл бұрын
someone needs to get that guitarist in a studio fr he has great voice I'm sure he could help many with his music
@angelnegrete41632 жыл бұрын
💯
@CollinGill7 Жыл бұрын
everyone treating eachother with such respect and dignity really warmed my heart
@stephendacey8761 Жыл бұрын
I just stumbled upon this video, and I want to thank the guys for showing respect to the people in the tunnels that are homeless. Great video. Very interesting.