Why I was Homeless part 1 (Florida) 🌞🌴🏖️

I didn't expect this video to be this long so im going to see how it does. If it's not doing well im going to take it down and do a quicker version of the story. If it does well I'll upload a part 2.
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[@joeythegypsy]

So this whole part of the story im living in Florida. My father retired from the fire department, he was working in Brooklyn, we were living on long Island. My father retired and moved us to Florida so this whole part of the story is taking place in Florida.

[@kingdonkey4565]

Tell the whole story brotha! Even if you do it in parts. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Joey!

[@hadenhelms9184]

happy holidays, i hope you had a good Christmas (or whatever you celebrate)

[@arturaslalala4977]

love ur videos bro

[@Cat-oj4oz]

You're a GREAT storyteller and a "natural" as far as comedy goes... I'm hooked!

[@derekperrigo243]

Joey u went from 9k to 13 in 3 days I think. I bet u have 50k by june

[@legitxbeastro6993]

Hey man, honestly don't mind the longer videos! I feel like I can listen to you talk for hours on end.

[@dezarone4785]

Yeah, the longer the better

[@B-Lue.]

Feel the same!

[@zeussx2120]

He’s so well spoken, that he’s the only person who could post a long video, and I’ll watch the whole thing!

[@arturaslalala4977]

same here

[@Ian-l5f]

yup i agree the longer the better, keep it up man

[@TSchra37]

I am a social historian and you are posting your personal social history. I and many others will benefit from you sharing your personal experiences. Please continue this series because people will learn from you.

[@breathedeepnow1]

I agree timothy. I run a pizza place for years and I can’t always tell if somebody is high or what they’re on and I’m thinking it can’t be here when Koons heroin wipes you out but Joey explain that if you just do a little chip of it, it actually energizes you and Jacks you up. I’ve never done any drugs but I’d like to be able to identify if somebody is on them by how they are acting, and what hard drugs make them act a certain. It’s very difficult but if somebody’s acting jacked up I can now realize that it also could simply be heroin in tiny doses.

[@mustbemeech]

@@breathedeepnow1that’s not the reason he made his videos lol you ain’t shit

[@istartedajoke1704]

That's the idea Einstein

[@TSchra37]

@@istartedajoke1704 Ha!

[@Jean-g4q]

Hey hey love the hat 🤠 very cool 😎

[@prepperandson1399]

New favorite channel

[@sandmanlopez9920]

Always has been for me 😊

[@amandalove1745]

Me too

[@olli-anteropetterharju158]

It really is!

[@kimberlywhite7852]

Me too.

[@Th3bo0g3yman]

Fr

[@JimmyHagerstrom]

I was homeless in Stockholm Sweden for 7 years when i was 25-32. And i always find myself having a really hard time explaining why. Drugs was a part of it, but ive done drugs all my life. It was very similar to your story though. I became 25 and realized my life just was work, fear and doing things i didnt want to do. I hated my job, my car, my apartment. It just felt like a f-ing curse to go to a job working with people i hated and for what? To be able to do it all over again next month? I just threw everything away and decided that it wasnt worth it. Sweden is cold and snowy in the winter. But i felt like i had to stay true to myself. I know who i am and im rather homeless and hungry with my back straight than bending over. And now, ten years later, im SO proud over what i did. I really love myself for that. I also quit heroin btw. I was IV-ing it. Thanks for your channel. Ive watched all your videos! /Jimmy from Sweden

[@mitch5222]

Did u get over of your fears?

[@jordancarlin9687]

Bro … u don’t think heroin was a big factor to u hating your job and stuff ? I can only imagine how hard it’d be juggling all those things

[@RustyCohle]

Thanks Jim!

[@banjillaphranks]

Jimmy Åkesson~lore där ser man, nae jag bara driver. Hope your doing well. Accomplishing what is worth accomplishing

[@Swing_Edge]

The KZbin algorithm is blessing this man. You sir will be living nice soon. Keep up the hard work!

[@mustbemeech]

No lie they blessing him for sure 😂

[@wssgo7348]

For real

[@KolossalStreamingGroup]

I swear my account makes people go virak

[@freefromit2]

In 89 (Florida) my X wife left having a mid-life crisis at 27. she cleaned out the bank, the apartment, everything. she took all the bill money for two months+ when I got the mail myself, I found out how screwed I was. eviction notice, everything unpaid, I had a job but was fucked. I moved into an abandoned house next to my job, no utilities. got a membership at a gym for the showers, the house had a bed, and a window in the bedroom to look out with the days last beer trying to figure it all out. I recovered. the point is homelessness can happen fast to the best of us.

[@sidebite2533]

I had a piece of crap xwife too. Difference is, I didn't let her take one red cent from Me. She had family support, I had myself and only myself. I never trusted her so I made sure to protect everything I earned. That's when I came up with the phrase "Pumpm' & Dumpm'".

[@freefromit2]

@@sidebite2533 I was a youngster at the time, 18 when we started, I didn't know anything yet. it was a hard lesson.

[@jv55940]

Dude your stories are heaps captivating don't stress about the length I could listen for hours, much love from Australia

[@kylejoseph7849]

Sheep

[@mightymisery]

right? I was upset† when ii† ended

[@LetThereBeLightxx]

@@kylejoseph7849 I'm interested in why you called op that

[@brainbomb.]

​@@kylejoseph7849Is that so?

[@ChrisRon1k]

Listening to him complain about every job he was doing isn’t a captivating

[@mightymisery]

I much prefer your videos being this length. Giving yourself enough time to fully explain the context of the situations you're discussing makes us (the audience) feel like were not missing out on contextual information. It makes us feel like you're telling a genuine story rather than rushing. The longer you talk, the happier we are. Thanks for sharing your stories with us dude. Sending love from London

[@helenmcdonnell2585]

I'm sitting all alone in my flat 10K miles from my family, enjoying your conversation, feeling like I've got company.. Merry Christmas Joey and friends, love from Durban S Africa 🌍

[@mannhugh359]

you puffin on that durban poison?

[@helenmcdonnell2585]

@@mannhugh359 yeah it's all natural here, grows wild, different varieties not just DP...

[@cg6176]

Awe 🇿🇦

[@cg6176]

@@helenmcdonnell2585 man, I'm smoking Granddaddy Purple here

[@annaelisavettavonnedozza9607]

Happy New Year Helen!!

[@JohnGalt1960]

My favorite uncle when I was a little kid was a homeless drunk. I loved him and he loved me. I wanted to be like him when I grew up. I succeeded. He's been dead for years and I've been sober for 25 + years. Rest easy Uncle Junior, I love you man!

[@Ruckus333]

Please tell us the whole version in parts. You're not telling a boring story. You're interesting.

[@robynlea6950]

Very interesting. People want to listen to you. I just discovered your channel, love listening to you.

[@Fuggetaboutit1776]

You're a good soul. God is watching over you brutha. I'm in Sarasota neighbor. We had similar upbringings. Tough roads as I think most people at some point go through it. I've done every job you can think of. Been homeless several times but never the streets. Drugs and alcohol will take anyone down quick. I'm now a general contractor and own a construction company. I've been a police officer (10 years) EMT, sold cars,worked security and retail,bartender, truck driver class A. I've done alot. You hang in there. And remember Jesus is always listening and wants you to call on him. Stay the coarse as things will change for the better. You're still young. Keep those stories coming. 👍👍👍😎

[@waynecrothers9441]

You seem real interesting, you ever feel like sharing from your journey I'd sure listen, peace from Northern Ireland 👍🙏

[@jacoblloyd2573]

That is a wonderful, heartwarming, and virtuous pep talk.

[@lifeinthearclane6240]

Thanks! And keep going....you got this in a bag if done right. Also what's funny is when your like I'm not trying to kill your dreams, but I ain't giving you a pep talk either, I laughed my ass off when you said that. Your hilarious

[@joeythegypsy]

Thanks i appreciate the you 😀. And i appreciate the super may it come back to you times ten. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@GEORGIABOY23]

😂

[@deborahcameron728]

@@joeythegypsy YOU are AWESOME!! I LOVE listening to you, you are keeping it REAL, no fake crap.. It don't matter how long your videos are just keep being you.. I went to NA with a friend, she didn't want to go anymore after going 2 or 3 times. Well I kept going because I loved listening to the other people's REAL LIFE STORIES, I could relate to so many of them, plus I learned so much. So PLEASE Joey keep these stories coming because I'm listening. THANK YOU, MUCH LOVE FROM OREGON. OH, I just found your channel yesterday, so I've got some binge watching to get too. AGAIN, THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU AND KEEPING IT REAL!!!! Sorry this turned into a book not just a comment.

[@WizardsPath-if5oq]

@@joeythegypsy Did you ever stay in homeless shelter? Is it any young people in the homeless shelter? How is it in a shelter?

[@farsopolis]

in my opinion your stories work because, as a listener, I can tell you're being honest to yourself. You are going through your stories as you tel them and relive them and that is very touching. Greetings from Barcelona

[@louis84100]

This is pure entertainment. Real life stories that many can relate to. From Orlando here 👍

[@charlee1543]

your videos are always a vibe 😭

[@kajevic993]

Your voice and stories are therapeutic to my ears.

[@forenseek_truecrime]

Very interesting channel. You got a great story to tell! Much love all the way from snowy Finland.

[@bunnyman2966]

Kyllä Kiinnostavaa jutustelua Joeylla

[@anfrale4657]

@@bunnyman2966 muakin kiinnostaa.

[@chaylagood1757]

I just quit from checkrs, they only pay $12 an hour and no overtime. Not the best place to work so i feel you there

[@apexstrategy9833]

The true battle lies within, your inner strength is inspirational

[@BTAInsley]

I listened to the whole thing while preparing my spring garden, you never lost my attention for one second. I appreciate the vid bro

[@kanvasking726]

Love this man please finish your story. Long version is good I was hooked listening the whole time. Bring part 2 Joey!!!

[@jrandle6447]

Thanks for your videos. I’m stuck in the hospital and I’ve been able to relax listening to you talk..

[@goodsamaritan0437]

much support from Croatia Joey,have a nice life mate !

[@mihovil8]

Takoder iz Hrvatske 😁

[@MikeyG-kt9sr]

I appreciate the authenticity of how you tell your story. Feel like it’s the closest chance I have to actually know you as a person. One thing, you’re definitely funny. Had me rolling for 34 minutes. Be looking forward to the part 2

I love listening to you man. Don't mind you taking longer at all. Looking forward to part two. :)

[@kimcleveland8943]

There is so much inauthenticity in the world right now Joey, we need people like you! Shine that light cuz you're making us smile! ✨️

[@maxiepaxie1]

Love this dude’s channel. Keep em videos coming

[@soleskrub7717]

I listen to this guy at work feels like I'm listening to a coworker, helps pass the time

[@Jay-ki5ot]

Love the story's man your a great story teller!

[@whoaitstiger]

I feel so lucky to live in Australia where we have unemployment, that they will essentially never screw you out of if you are in trouble. The will assist with your rent and the worst case scenario is you have to do some part time volunteer work to stay on long term.

[@carerforever2118]

I'm 46 in Melbourne, Australia. I get the Carer pension and Carer Allowance to stay home 7-days week to look after my 75yo Schizophrenic mother as her full-time Carer. My mum has skin cancer, and can't walk much due to arthritis in her legs.

[@Crownd1_]

Keep it going. Don't worry about the length. You're a funny guy. I'm 63yrs old, high AF and enjoying the story. That's a cool hat by the way. 🙏🇺🇸✌️😎

[@CalvinS721]

No worries… I love that you just talk cause it’s like a real convo with a friend

[@taylorwatsabaugh2883]

Hey man, I’m 16 years old and I drive about two hours between my moms and my dads house multiple times a week and your videos are really what make it tolerable. I love hearing your story.

[@YMD444]

Dude don’t worry about the length of the video- it’s refreshing to hear real stories from real people. So many people on KZbin are trying to sell something basically and end up just commercializing themselves. This seems more like meeting an interesting yet random person and having them tell you their story..people love that- especially at a time when we are all in some way feeling the social anxiety of how the past few years have disconnected us from interacting with other humans, especially those we don’t already know. I am really enjoying these conversations/stories.👍🏽✨ keep it up- and keep it real, don’t sell out💯✨

[@joeprince728]

Joey, I love your stories and especially love longer videos. I prefer to sit down for 30 minutes to an hour and walk away with an important lesson rather than having been broken down into smaller parts. But do whatever you feel comfortable with. I wish you a Merry Christmas, and am looking forward to all of your upcoming stories.

[@omgurheadsgone]

I loved this man, give us part 2! I don’t mind the long content at all, in fact it’s good to just have on while chilling

[@felixbm4014]

do more parts!! you're a great speaker and i could listen to you speak for ages

[@TammySaj-zm6kr]

I did clean up in Florida in 2004, Ivan and Jeannie hit back to back.

[@dubpsychosis8709]

Absolutely love your channel & stories. Sending love from the UK!

[@PrettiPetty24]

Someone is going to find your channel and see your struggles and do something miraculous for you. I can see it. I hope you accept it with open arms. Keep the stories coming. I love it

[@schulzz1100]

You’ve got a way with stories and words, I could listen to you speak for hours and hours

[@dtcy1229]

"So i call my buddy up, im like are you hiring cause ill fkn work for ya.. and he's like yeah actually i am fkn hiring" 🤣🤣 you'd fit in here in aus.. calmly swearing for no reason at all🤣 sittn in my yard smokn some nice and that just made me crack up haha

[@ronniewilliz153]

I like hearing ur life story. Pls keep doing this.

[@ericflynn6541]

I'm glad you ended up doing the several parts. Great stuff man. You are a great story teller

[@TylerMadison711]

I love hearing your stories man. I've been homeless addicted to heroin and fentanyl. It's been a journey for sure. I have been clean 10 months now n I've made a ton of progress. Ur videos help me man. They really do.

[@spencersandman6728]

Dude, your a great storyteller, love the elaboration, tangents and general flow of your oration, long is good. Love the hat!

[@westcoastmike5937]

What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

[@vrooooooooooooooooooom]

Fun fact: You can clean popcorn ceilings by attaching a scraper to the end of a shop vac. No mess.

[@ladyv890]

Don't be afraid to make long videos I'm sure most of us appreciate your stories. I think you're my new favorite Channel. 😍

[@stephanieharper7349]

Yes I just discovered him a week ago he is a great storyteller! Something about his voice and personality I could just listen to him forever just like someone else said

[@stephanieharper7349]

Yes I just discovered him about a week ago. He's a geat story teller, his voice & personality is made for this. Idk why but I love whatching him smoke his cigarettes to 😆

[@whateever111]

high key i would just listen for hours your stories. it’s just so unique and smooth. keep going! much love from Moscow (LA now)

[@JanSonnemann]

Bit late. But you are such a great story teller. And your look of life is quite equal to mine. Happy that your channel came to me yesterday! Love it.

[@Adam_Lyskawa]

As others said - it's good. Don't change it. Make parts, good idea. It's interesting, it's real and I learn from your stories. I hope the video will do good, because I'm looking forward for the next part.

[@mariabione5424]

Got sober off heroin in 2009. Definitely lucked out, wouldn’t haven’t made it in today’s world. I just heard about tranq, that’s like, wtf?! Praying for you, wishing you all the best!

[@hazybrain7]

I recently found your channel and I really appreciate your openness and no bullshit approach, just being yourself without like you said being contrived. I think you have a lot of valuable things to say, so personally I'd like to hear your story just told as it comes to you without worrying about time constraints, sure break it up into a part 2, 3 4 whatever, I'll tune in ! Regards from Ireland

[@emadaljufi4889]

😂

[@RichieRich-pn3gg]

hilarious! Bent over scraping tile then popcorn removal lol. You're right about older hands bent over, limping and growths out of their necks.

[@valkyrie9024]

Keep going. I’m enjoying listening to your life story or just your stories in general. 🙂

[@ivantuma7969]

Good story, dude. A lot of this I can relate to ... I went through a construction/trades phase after high school ... although I was lucky that I was a good student and never 'got into trouble' (it never appealed to me probably because I'm on the spectrum, so my mind didn't need further disruption) . After I burned out on being a ditch digger, painter, siding installer, and apprentice electrician ... I went back to school to get a degree ... I've been a slave ever since - but at least a well paid slave considering where I started :D

[@dankhill6851]

I love your stories man! You are an inspiration. I'd love to hear more drug stories, stories about what being homeless is like, anyways I hope you stay safe, and take care!

[@kw.3661]

man. you could be an actor. you are quintessential nyc. i'm born and raised, leaving soon, and your personality encapsulates everything i'll miss about this place. the way you weave a story and just the way you speak is captivating. much love, good health, and luck to you.

[@ehlannaherron9097]

I’m so happy KZbin is pushing your videos out! Thank you for being real and sharing your stories

[@timothybentley1346]

Thanks for sharing, believe it or not it helps others. Nobody seems to talk freely anymore.

[@jenkims1953]

its interesting to hear other peoples stories and you seem like you have a lot to tell.

[@oneofthem7992]

Wish you all the best Joey, from Algeria ...

[@samueldubik4418]

32:30 Yes it is! You should definitely do a whole series out of this. I discovered you about 3 days ago, and I really like your stories. Keep it up

[@amandac2222]

Love hearing your story’s your captivating and real 😍

[@milantodorovic1247]

Go for it brother Joey!

[@rsunrise7038]

I also relocated from Brooklyn to Orlando. I think New Yorkers gravitate to Florida for some reason. Possibly running from the brutal winters.

[@brandonratcliff3065]

Merry belated Christmas bro...i enjoy your video's. The channel seems to be taking off, i hope your success continues...I Really appreciate your honesty.. got yourself a new sub.

[@brandondoss1151]

I don't feel I could listen for hours, I have like a lop lol. So many crazy stories...

[@SuspiciousCrustacean]

Dude it feels like listening to the cool uncle telling his life stories, I love it. I could watch a 2 hour video of yours, this one felt like 5 minutes so don’t worry about the video length! Kind regards from Sweden

[@maccallums506ventures]

Watching your videos ....is helping me get threw my Suboxone withdrawal....going into day 4 tomorrow .....it's not extremely bad but just very uncomfortable......I think the worse part is my body aching and can't sleep or get comfortable

[@joeythegypsy]

Im glad it's helping. Every second that passes brings you closer to exactly where you want to be.

[@LyleChristine]

Man, your story is really interesting and the way you tell it sells it doubly so - don't worry about videos being part of a series, you're doing great man, keep the content coming. 👍

[@jerryboy3301]

Glad to hear your story bro. You've been around.

[@liquidzee148]

Hi. This was interesting. Keep going. Also, your hair is lovely. Your stories have been a comfort in this dark time of my life. Best wishes to you.

[@MegaLrrp]

I listen to this while I play old video games I love it keep it up bro.

[@AllergicFungus]

I appreciate the uploads, man. I see your channel has grown significantly. I've never seen this many followers stack this quickly. People love you! I wish you the best, and I hope you had a good Christmas. If you didn't have a good Christmas, know that many folks can relate. You're never alone. After I left the marine corps in 2014, I was homeless, living in my 2001 chevy trailblazer. It was rough for a little while, but I had more than some people did. I'm doing so much better now, though. I own an RV and a truck, and I've got 15 national certifications. Much Love, bro! Thank you for being the voice. It means a lot to some folks.

[@bangpennystocks4534]

Legit in the last 3 weeks you’ve created yourself a KZbin career sir! Congratulations

[@arctiid4494]

You are a good storyteller keep it up its good to see your channel growing

[@Over60sowhat]

You have such a great memory!! Very interesting story!

[@TuscanyFTX]

Sounds like we were homeless around the same time. Glad to see you made it out of that hole. This is captivating because it’s extremely relatable. Glad the algorithm linked me up to your channel. Much love.

[@2lit2003]

This is so wild I’ve never heard of anyone voluntarily being homeless.!

[@Cheesieshorts]

Keep up the vids man! Living in Ireland and hearing you’re stories are truly truly fascinating and inspiring!!

[@SuperWoof11]

I’m new here and so far you have my attention. Xx from Australia here

[@ScottMuellerWoodworks]

Looking forward to part 2. Happy to see that you're doing well on KZbin!

[@Eddy0000zzzz]

you are the storyteller i like, raw, with real emotions, i can listen to you for hours

[@wayneblackwell1476]

Your doing good man, for some reason and I don't know why I am drawn in to your story. Obviously you are a natural story teller. I think that is what you should continue and I think you will have success on this platform.

[@dselimovic9]

I’m watching every video love that i found this channel

[@mrtheron7200]

Lmao dude I love u !! The style the moment

[@HPsawus]

Wasup and merry Christmas brother. I don’t usually have the attention span to listen to long videos but these ones always captivate me. You truly have one of the most thought provoking stories out there ✌️

[@dodsfall6738]

Man you need to write a book, get with some publishers, get that bag, your life story's are amazing, despite being so sad.

[@B-Lue.]

Your life is so interesting! And you're an excellent storyteller. Can't wait for next part 😍 / Listener from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@joesmith4251]

This dude is a good representation of actual cool Americans.

[@moonasha]

you definitely should never give up stand up. If there's one thing I learned from other comedians, it's that they work their butts off, failing over and over, and having the most embarrassing experiences, and only after hours and hours and hours of pain, do they become successful

[@Mister-Reno]

very interesting story 👍 I definitely want to hear the whole journey bud. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄

[@joelRmontfort]

I relate deep in my soul to all of the construction stories. I'm only 28 but I'm a decade in, been there done that and I'm in it now still. I've been lucky enough to be working for some good people, including my father. But sometimes you end up in these positions where you feel just as he said, like you are sacrificing your health just for a paycheck that isn't big enough. It's real frustrating to see what the work is doing to your body and realizing you haven't really gotten ahead at all. You're just treading water, and waking up sore every day, new injuries every month. What's funny is there is also a voice in the back of my head saying "suck it up I guess you weren't cut out for it." Yet I realize that voice isn't my own it was driven into me like a drill. It ain't easy, and it's a little easier to take if you're actually getting paid worthwhile. I'm still in it and frankly I still think to myself "maybe I'm not meant to do this" I'm enamored by these videos they are so relatable and the honesty is refreshing

[@marevalo176]

Keep it coming brother! Much love from L.A.

[@cheifydouglas5191]

You talking about your call center days reminds me of the show workaholics lol

[@mg351]

Do a part 2 no matter what man, this is interesting.. can't leave us hanging like that after sitting through 34 minutes 🤣

[@kimberlywhite7852]

I could listen to you all day. Keep going as you are. Take it easy. No hurry. Very interesting.