German in Venice not welcome at the homeless justice committe

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  • čas přidán 20. 05. 2021
  • #homeless​​​​​​​#encampment​​​​​​​#venicebeach
    If you would like to support German in Venice with some gas money or you want to buy me a coffee you are welcome to donate to my paypal account paypal.me/germaninvenice​
    Today I went to the Venice Beach homeless justice committe to record the speech and what those people have to say people did not welcome me they were standing in front of my camera flipping me off so I could not record them speaking I try to talk to them why are they so aggressive towards me but they did not want to respond
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  • @RoundSquareX
    @RoundSquareX Před 3 lety +1296

    German in Venice has a lot of compassion for the homeless.

    • @dipschwantz1
      @dipschwantz1 Před 3 lety +19

      I agree!

    • @rosierose7863
      @rosierose7863 Před 3 lety +16

      No he doesn't! He's just worried that it's making his business look bad! 😑

    • @robwright5940
      @robwright5940 Před 3 lety +2

      Sarcasm?

    • @dertythegrower
      @dertythegrower Před 3 lety +52

      @@rosierose7863 Business or entire community ruined by drug addicts without a life or hobbies besides hoarding and smoking.

    • @thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921
      @thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921 Před 3 lety +3

      In the videos he has more compassion for old Hollywood. Reliving the O.J trial should have been a signal of shock viewership he wants.

  • @DeathSpellXVI
    @DeathSpellXVI Před 3 lety +720

    I swear they’re in denial, they don’t want to admit they’ve actually ruined the place😂

    • @gabynarufan
      @gabynarufan Před 3 lety +40

      They really are in denial. The truth will set everyone free. Just like how they want to live. For free.

    • @mazurylakespolandcottagere1945
      @mazurylakespolandcottagere1945 Před 3 lety +31

      @@gabynarufan If handing out free homes is the answer, what is the point of working?

    • @nickmeistersa123456
      @nickmeistersa123456 Před 3 lety +4

      @@mazurylakespolandcottagere1945 for more stuff?

    • @mazurylakespolandcottagere1945
      @mazurylakespolandcottagere1945 Před 3 lety +20

      @@nickmeistersa123456 I left England because I was working very very hard and got less than someone who had never worked, nor any ancestor of theirs in the last 4 generations. It made me sick to be fitting marble for them when we had no heating!

    • @ConureWest
      @ConureWest Před 3 lety +5

      Exactly

  • @kirkpennell3028
    @kirkpennell3028 Před 2 lety +9

    After 30 years of experience at Venice Beach your channel is very open to interpretation and that's what is missing from main stream media . Keep up the good work. Don't let narrow minded people like that lady bother you.

  • @flashback1123
    @flashback1123 Před 2 lety +9

    These homeless people have too many MENTAL ISSUES. Even fighting with each other.

  • @IZZYZIGG
    @IZZYZIGG Před 3 lety +2823

    Keep doing your thing brother, you are not doing anything wrong. All I’ve seen from your channel is an honest documentation of everything that’s going on over there. Never once have I heard you speak in any hateful or angry manner. Your love for Venice is very obvious to me. Much respect.

    • @snakeboy3847
      @snakeboy3847 Před 3 lety +40

      Agree

    • @bcislandgirl
      @bcislandgirl Před 3 lety +30

      well said Izzy

    • @280zone
      @280zone Před 3 lety +51

      I agree, and that guy is a bit wrong in his perspective. He says "they" take money from him/us (I assume he means taxes ie property tax) which he is not paying living in his car.

    • @californiahandball
      @californiahandball Před 3 lety +16

      Well said, and I agree with you!

    • @skyelark5511
      @skyelark5511 Před 3 lety +22

      @@280zone He was saying that money which was appropriated for the homeless is then passed off into the hands of private parties who benefit from those funds more so than the homeless. It's called capitalism.
      Edit: Regardless of how intelligently or clearly a black man speaks, some of you people will never applaud him for his clarification of the issue or simply understand what he's saying. Highly reminiscent of your opinion of Barack Obama.
      I was very troubled by "German in Venice" continuous interjections while the gentleman was answering his question, thereby leading him astray from the point he was making.

  • @frankmartin9958
    @frankmartin9958 Před 3 lety +465

    The Homeless must sit around all day and watch German In Venice on their Smart Phones

    • @RegularFootisChris
      @RegularFootisChris Před 3 lety +6

      perhaps..

    • @twt000
      @twt000 Před 3 lety +27

      Lets agree Smart Phones are $30. It's the $100-$200 a day drug habit.

    • @ACNC1
      @ACNC1 Před 3 lety +4

      There's a guy in Europe who vlogs, who actually stays with the homeless and a homeless person.

    • @frontlineobservationdeck2142
      @frontlineobservationdeck2142 Před 3 lety +5

      @@twt000 more like $300 to $400 a day unless they get discounts for bulk purchases.

    • @bjdr2001
      @bjdr2001 Před 3 lety +8

      Not only that someone is definitely going around showing them a picture of the German saying this is a bad guy don’t trust him it’s mine control

  • @pamsmith6404
    @pamsmith6404 Před 3 lety +33

    Not all, but lots of people enjoy being homeless in such a beautiful spot...you're just filming it!

  • @SMOKINMAXXMUSIC
    @SMOKINMAXXMUSIC Před 3 lety +76

    Historically Venice has always been a dump, That's why it's called the ghetto by the sea. I love your channel and your videos. These people lashing out are nothing more than children looking for someone to blame for their problems.

    • @recycled3654
      @recycled3654 Před 3 lety +3

      Disagree. You're thinking of Oceanside, CA known as the "Debris By The Sea", because of Camp Pendleton jarheads drunk, pissing everywhere and hookers hustling and brawling on the sides streets, etc. Venice is more like surfer village culture.

    • @jayquick6520
      @jayquick6520 Před 3 lety +5

      @@recycled3654 nope.. Venice is known as the ghetto by the sea. I’m on the east coast and I know that. It’s not even opinion based. Venice is cool and I’m sure at one point just as naturally beautiful as the rest of coastal California but it’s a trash heap. It’s only going to get worse.
      LA has always ignored Venice and because of it became a spot where poor people especially those who emigrated here to live. So it’s never been taken care of or had any amount of wealth. Also by California’s standards over 3/4 of the state’s population is well below the poverty line. The state is too expensive for its people to live in. The state is failing.

    • @recycled3654
      @recycled3654 Před 2 lety

      @@jayquick6520 "The state is failing." Rightwing bias opinion, gotcha.

    • @jayquick6520
      @jayquick6520 Před 2 lety +5

      @@recycled3654 it doesn’t matter how hard you plug your ears or scream LALALALALALA! Lol nothing you say will change this.

    • @megg.1610
      @megg.1610 Před 2 lety +1

      That’s bullshit, I grew up as a child I was going to Venice Beach. It was a cool place with beautiful beaches and the fun canals and hip people. I have never in my life heard it called the ghetto! And I’m going back to the early 1970s. Keep your opinion to yourself.

  • @tim7527
    @tim7527 Před 3 lety +376

    That guy should be in politics, he can talk for hours and not say a thing. You are very patient Mike …….

    • @towaritch
      @towaritch Před 3 lety +16

      Yes he is quite articulate and he could convince people who ignore the sad reality.

    • @krusher74
      @krusher74 Před 3 lety +28

      yeah, German gave him 15mins, and all he managed to say was the help for homeless should be better. Living in your car while you think you have all the big ideas.

    • @mimi1o8
      @mimi1o8 Před 3 lety +5

      😂

    • @godschildyes
      @godschildyes Před 3 lety +23

      @@krusher74 Exactly! On drugs too. Sadly, crack heads talk in circles like that.

    • @mozartbradway1501
      @mozartbradway1501 Před 3 lety +20

      I couldn't listen to him

  • @mscynthia9412
    @mscynthia9412 Před 3 lety +364

    I don't understand. I feel so bad for German in Venice. He's always been kind, respectful, honest and generous to people when reporting on this. This is very upsetting, I can't imagine how GIV feels. Hang in there ❤️

    • @phillipcsandoval9094
      @phillipcsandoval9094 Před 3 lety +24

      German in Venice is an incredible man an amazing soul, the problem is that most the individuals there don't have any souls.

    • @twt000
      @twt000 Před 3 lety +11

      GiV has the right stance on this issue.

    • @alfa2324
      @alfa2324 Před 3 lety +6

      What they are saying is that his videos are bringing too much attention to their situation, and instead of resolving it the government is just making people move on….
      And second thing he said was his videos are promoting Venice beach to other homeless people, so then they come from other areas…. And they don’t like that.

    • @shaywolf305
      @shaywolf305 Před 3 lety +13

      @@alfa2324 They can't pin that on GIV,. That is not taking responsibility for themselves and playing victim, which is the root of a lot of the homeless problem in the first place.

    • @JinGalactica
      @JinGalactica Před 3 lety

      @@shaywolf305 exactly, he never put it on blast like, its free territory! come over! arrogant SOB's

  • @MiamiMorslav
    @MiamiMorslav Před 2 lety +3

    The guy talking is correct. There are plenty of structures to live in, everywhere you go. They aren’t being utilized due speculative real estate interests, shady agencies doing the bare minimum while collecting their non profit paychecks and using funds for their own needs that were allocated to help those without shelter, and the assumption that in order to qualify for a roof you must have only 2 people per bedroom, have utilities, etc etc. Some people just want a roof. Some people comfortable on the floor, no TV, no garbage disposal. The issue is the poop and pee which is easily solvable, you just make composting toilets and mix the waste with the grass clippings from the boardwalk lawns, it breaks down over time, and you have fertilizer. So that brings us to the next problem, which is government agencies getting in the way of grass roots efforts due to “uncleanliness”. A composting toilet is clean, but no govt agencies will make any money off it so it’s deemed worthless.

  • @IDShar
    @IDShar Před 2 lety +3

    Citizens who pay taxes and work their butts off shouldn't have to put up with crap like this. The government would just love to sweep it under the rug. I am glad it is being exposed.

  • @leeinthesprings
    @leeinthesprings Před 3 lety +450

    Seems like a lot of these Venice homeless point fingers at everyone but themselves... I don't think there is a narrative here... Just filming the reality of the situation...

    • @KTMsteve
      @KTMsteve Před 3 lety +24

      its easy to point at others and blame them

    • @candylove49
      @candylove49 Před 3 lety +25

      Bringing light to the truth of these situations is what creates change! If no one took pictures, videos or documented; we wouldn’t understand the gravity of the issue.

    • @leeinthesprings
      @leeinthesprings Před 3 lety +14

      @@candylove49 totally agree. We need people like German.

    • @therealvirgoqueen6553
      @therealvirgoqueen6553 Před 3 lety +6

      The narrative is THEY HAVE FUXXXED OVER VENICE BEACH & AFRAID TO ADMIT IT 💯

    • @bguerra4
      @bguerra4 Před 3 lety +9

      @@candylove49 they don’t want the change...too much personal responsibility

  • @DeathAngelHRA
    @DeathAngelHRA Před 3 lety +438

    "You're not playing along with our smoke & mirrors narrative! How dare you show people what it's really like in V.B.!" Keep doing you and let them be them. That's all you can do, Mike. Thank you for your work and devotion.

    • @kgal1298
      @kgal1298 Před 3 lety

      He's showing a tiny area how it is. In my experience, most people don't realize how vast LA is. The issue in Venice has been perpetuated for years, but there's a lot of issues to it which don't really get addressed when you're only viewing it from a 10-minute video.

    • @kaybee84
      @kaybee84 Před 3 lety +8

      Met you the other day. Fuck these guys. If I were skating by when that happened I woulda had your back. Watch out for those Karen’s .. and even worse the virtue signaling BLM types ...

    • @jeneaston5583
      @jeneaston5583 Před 3 lety

      Seriously.

    • @clanorangechicken6648
      @clanorangechicken6648 Před 3 lety +4

      they are upset they can not stay there and do illegal things now

    • @_Puke
      @_Puke Před 3 lety +1

      It’s not smoke and mirrors. It’s called the homeless industrial complex. Look it up. This man is telling no lie.

  • @Goonie_Guy
    @Goonie_Guy Před 2 lety +5

    Watched these Vlogs many times and never once have I heard GiV bash the homeless. I can hear the compassion in his Vlogs. The woman at the beginning was out of line period. At least the 2nd guy had a civil conversation even if he was a bit off base. Good job GiV.

  • @doubledroppedhere
    @doubledroppedhere Před rokem +13

    this person reminds me of a lot of people in the northwest. Live in a bubble and never venture outside of it because that would mean they were wrong.
    *EDIT*
    Your doing fantastic Mike. Keep doing your thing!

  • @danieldaniels7571
    @danieldaniels7571 Před 3 lety +265

    That woman flipping you off is doing a great disservice to herself. No one has ever given the homeless of Venice a bigger voice and platform than you. She really demonstrated her own cluelessness.

    • @eatmeskivys
      @eatmeskivys Před 3 lety +14

      she has demonstrated her ignorance and it is on display everyday on Venice beach along with all the people that are trying to live there

    • @euphoricgemini1124
      @euphoricgemini1124 Před 3 lety +6

      True German in Venice is kind to everyone out in the street

    • @danieldaniels7571
      @danieldaniels7571 Před 3 lety +3

      @Vegas Ace I wonder if she’s dense enough to think GIV is in any way affiliated with FOX.

    • @o.g.millennials
      @o.g.millennials Před 3 lety +1

      @@ogBravo1 And who are you?

    • @danieldaniels7571
      @danieldaniels7571 Před 3 lety +4

      @Meeso Lansing 100% this! Yes, there is that element in the homeless community, and there’s no shortage of enabled drug addicts as well. But... the majority are a mix of people who have fallen on hard times and are priced out of moving into an apartment alone without help, and well meaning people with mental health issues that don’t have an adequate support system. I’ve lost count of how many people Mike has interviewed who are genuinely good people on hard times, many even working full time or more, explaining the overwhelming hurdles preventing them from getting stable housing and employment. I genuinely believe Mike values them as people who are a part of community, and is trying to give them visibility when the LA city and CA state government would rather hide the issue from public view. Not only in Venice, but also Skid Row and other places around the City of Angels.

  • @YA-qj8fx
    @YA-qj8fx Před 3 lety +546

    How can anyone be rude to the German in Venice??? You're so nice. Keep up the good work! ❤

    • @Ophiuchus1
      @Ophiuchus1 Před 3 lety +1

      We know why.

    • @alanbower9296
      @alanbower9296 Před 3 lety +1

      💯👏❤ fully agree

    • @alivewell2920
      @alivewell2920 Před 3 lety

      @@Ophiuchus1 Why?

    • @stephenuhe9229
      @stephenuhe9229 Před 3 lety

      @@Ophiuchus1 why?

    • @dvdm4709
      @dvdm4709 Před 3 lety +14

      @@alivewell2920 are yall dumb or what? They're mad because they believe he's creating a fake narrative...while in reality all he's doing is recording the truth hahaha. Not his fault that EVERY TIME HES THERE SOMETHING BAD IS SEEN OR HAPPENING

  • @mfriedrich2012
    @mfriedrich2012 Před 3 lety +41

    “I feel”
    They simply don’t care about facts.
    It’s feelings and emotions that lead their lives.
    He is saying you are not showing the whole story, which is absurd. No one can. And no videographer will ever do a satisfactory job in he eyes of such small minded, brainwashed people.
    So never ever let their belligerence bother you. Consider the source of such sentiment.
    But let’s go to feelings then.
    Venice used to be beautiful and clean. It’s not anymore.
    There are drunks and drug addicts begging on the streets. There are people masturbating in broad daylight in the beachfront parks, and there are needles and human feces there too.
    You videos don’t capture that.
    A lot of people do not “feel” it is safe anymore for families and children.
    Truth is most homeless suffer from mental illness, drug abuse and resulting unemployment. Government benefits financially incentivize more drug abuse, unemployment and homelessness.
    That’s not even debatable anymore.
    How can there be homeless in CA with millions of medium and higher paying jobs unfilled right now?
    Because drug abuse is now pervasive, working is no preferred, it requires getting clean and staying clean. Drug abuse recidivism is extremely high. And for too many homeless sadly their mental illness is too severe, and they are not getting the help and support and perpetual follow up care they need.
    He is right about one thing. The homelessness starts at the top. CA policies out of Sacramento made Venice, and many other beautiful CA cities and communities the day camps strewn with refuse that they are right now. The cop clean ups are purely cosmetic and are forcing homeless into residential areas and parks.
    Keep doing what you are doing.
    But these critical voices are saying they don’t like your bias in filming, they want a different bias slant that they alone approve of
    That’s horseshit.
    Your filming is better because you are just filming what any visitor to Venice would no doubt witness with their own eyes.
    What they don’t like is that the truth of what can all see with our own eyes is so damning.
    The notion that there is mo help available is also absurd. No state wastes more money on incompetent social programs than California. Entire European countries don’t spend one tenth as much as CA does.
    And look at CA efficacy in addressing homeless. It’s a clusters#$&.

    • @recycled3654
      @recycled3654 Před 3 lety

      Why isn't it a Federal issue. I mean it's nationwide, not just California. If the Federal Government can give the Pentagon an open check, then it can very well take care of the homeless crisis. Much like FDR did back in the day.

    • @jayquick6520
      @jayquick6520 Před 3 lety +3

      @@recycled3654 it’s not a federal issue. It’s a state issue. CA condoned their behavior and drug use. The issue grew and they continued to spend money to accommodate them. The lifestyle improved but for the worse. The lifestyle attracted others and now there is a homeless population that too large for any logical solution. Your solution is more money… For what? I fear that you’ll just pointlessly ramble like the guy in this video and make 0 sense lol. Own up for your actions. Get help. Clean your mess.
      Houston Texas had a tent city starting. They voted the democrat out and cleaned up the tents lol. The solution is to not be the problem.

    • @jayquick6520
      @jayquick6520 Před 2 lety +1

      @star child I hope it’s a democrat state you moved to. No offense but Raid needs to invent a spray to force you guys back to the mess you made. Just keep it moving transforming red states to blue while acting bigger than anyone else… Creating problems that weren’t there before while pretending you’re making a positive change. disgusting. Creating problems after problems. I’m gonna go all caps here okay? HOW CAN THEY HELP THOSE WHO TRULY WANT AND NEED THE HELP WHEN THEY HAVE CREATED A HOMELESS PARADISE THAT HAS ATTRACTED TOO MANY HOMELESS PEOPLE FOR THE CURRENT SYSTEM TO EFFECTIVELY AID THOSE IN NEED? HMMM… THERE’S A STARVING FAMILY NEXT DOOR AND I HAVE A BUNCH OF CAMPBELLS CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP LET ME JUST PUT THE SOUP OUT FRONT WITH A FREE SIGN ON IT WHILE I IRON MY GOOD PAIR OF PANTS THEN I’LL BRING IT OVER TO THEM… WHOOPS ITS GONE. MY OTHER NEIGHBOR GRABBED IT WHILE ON HIS WAY HOME FROM THE DISPENSARY. DARN

    • @sargentwaag1483
      @sargentwaag1483 Před 2 lety

      @@recycled3654 Like FRD work camps? I see the problem between you and Jay. I think Jay thinks if they enforced laws they wont be homeless after a few months in prison. The population is too large and throwing money solves very little. What if they dont wont help? I dont know but Ive met a few and they need mental help.

  • @GoosenTV
    @GoosenTV Před rokem +2

    It was such a good discussion to be had. His point of view is valid and well articulated. We have to have these talks with each other in order to understand better. I’m glad he spoke with us and shared all his experience and narrative on how things have been happening. I hope it ultimately was seen as a respectful exchange.

  • @tonyalmaraz2096
    @tonyalmaraz2096 Před 3 lety +166

    Born and raised in Venice. 6 block from Venice Beach. I'm 50 now. I first want to thank you for all your videos and truthfulness. You have done nothing wrong at all. Even back in the days Venice was scary and dangerous in some areas I've seen people shot and stabbed when I was a kid. On Venice Beach! You telling how it is and no one should be mad at you for that. Keep up the great work my brother and stay safe.

    • @twt000
      @twt000 Před 3 lety +2

      @Vegas Ace NBC just reported on it. Stop with the MSM complaining. They do/said exactly the same thing as GiV.

    • @Em22-wtf
      @Em22-wtf Před 3 lety +1

      @Vegas Ace Would it even matter, really?? Leftists that run this area and this state DENY this is happening. The homeless there deny its happening. People who dont WANT to see it, WONT...NO MATTER WHO is reporting it. It could be the Presi...Ok, maybe not him...the Govner himself can say its now a literal poopstain and those who do not want to see it, still won't. And even if they DID, they will blame everyone else, mainly those reporting it and will still say its not THAT bad. And this is why nothing changes...because nothing changes. Take the bird lady, how the hell will shutting people up help anything?? How will being HOSTILE and not talking about it help anything and more importantly, how will DENYING a problem help anything?? Sadly, those who need to hear the truth the most, dont want to

    • @twt000
      @twt000 Před 3 lety

      @Vegas Ace It was National.

    • @twt000
      @twt000 Před 3 lety +1

      @Vegas Ace NBC Nightly News Broadcast (Full) - May 21st, 2021.
      They even say it looks like a disaster movie. Still MSM not reporting?

    • @towaritch
      @towaritch Před 3 lety +1

      Were you born 1971? I vacationed as a teen (from Europe) the whole summer 1971 in Venice and Playa del Rey. My best vacations ever!

  • @mattr7229
    @mattr7229 Před 3 lety +299

    German in Venice: You are simply documenting what’s going on. I applaud your work! Keep it up!

    • @Pachochay8045
      @Pachochay8045 Před 2 lety +2

      100 % you are right ! It is just a documents on what is really happening for the moments ! after several years they can see what really happened ! for better or worse ! It is a documentary ! KEEP doing it please ! IT IS THE TRUTH ! YOU CAN ALSO KEEP OR BURRIED IT SOMEWHERE IT WILL BE A TIME CAPSULE ! PART OF THE HISTORY OR THE AREA !

  • @Nessahontas
    @Nessahontas Před 3 lety +4

    Those people are just mad at the world.. don’t be phased by them. You’re a great dude and I personally think your videos are great and positive!

  • @read_reviewsew674
    @read_reviewsew674 Před 2 lety +5

    Your opinion and channel matters, “hater’s gonna hate” you can’t change their opinion no matter what. It’s a waste of time even giving haters their space in your channel and still your content is merely stating love for your community. Props to you for continuing to have an open dialogue with anyone that disagrees or think you are doing a disservice. Please take care out there.

  • @clemdane
    @clemdane Před 3 lety +104

    "Venice is known for being open and welcoming" - yes, but that wasn't an invitation to come in and dump your garbage everywhere and turn the beaches into a shantytown! It is fairly clear now that it was TOO open and welcoming without holding anyone accountable.

  • @leiag201
    @leiag201 Před 3 lety +293

    so, let me see if I understand this. homeless people squat wherever they want. they bring their trash, their drugs, and their problems to once perfectly fine neighborhoods, but somehow, it's the fault of the guy with the camera

    • @MT-tu8qd
      @MT-tu8qd Před 3 lety +23

      Yep, that is how they rationalize their worthlessness.

    • @frontlineobservationdeck2142
      @frontlineobservationdeck2142 Před 3 lety +11

      Or it's systematic racisms fault or the white man's fault - Maybe now GIV will know what white Americans have had to put up with since the 1960's

    • @cdnsk12
      @cdnsk12 Před 3 lety +11

      Their brains are fried on fentanyl, Heroin, Crack, Alcohol & mental issues. They won't go into free housing because they want to do drugs & drink alcohol. The homeless should go to remote camps not the prime spot on Venice Beach. Ship them all out to Slab City where they can do drugs all day long in 120 F heat. Most of those people look like they could do a job if the sobered up.

    • @leiag201
      @leiag201 Před 3 lety +8

      @Tommy Barlow dam right. I have to see those tents and trash where I live all the time, so, so what, I hat'em, and I wish they would either get their shit together or go to hell, and you too

    • @frontlineobservationdeck2142
      @frontlineobservationdeck2142 Před 3 lety +3

      @Tommy Barlow I'm waiting for you to blame systematic racism

  • @MMAXPOWERR
    @MMAXPOWERR Před 3 lety +23

    Your doing a great job German in Venice. There's only one way to film a mess. People want you to film a mess and call it a pretty flower. I got an easy fix for everything, for all the people that want to give free houses to the homeless just let them move in to your house. It's either a yes or no. Will you let them live with you?

    • @recycled3654
      @recycled3654 Před 3 lety +1

      Sorry the truth of growing homeless offends you and your precious bubble. It's a national crisis that needs addressing not local or state issue but Federal because they own the problem and have the funding to fix it.

  • @loribradley2807
    @loribradley2807 Před 2 lety +2

    This guy is literally talking in circles!! he still hasn't answered your question! It's very hard to listen to this guy! Mike, you are doing a great job of showing us what's going on in Venice Beach! I will always support you!!

  • @realplanetxnibiru823
    @realplanetxnibiru823 Před 3 lety +112

    MOST HOMELESS AT VENICE ARE NOT EVEN FROM CALIFORNIA,,,,,,,THEY ARE OUT OF TOWNERS ! 😱

    • @jessicaslovelylifestyle8883
      @jessicaslovelylifestyle8883 Před 3 lety +7

      Exactly

    • @ASM881
      @ASM881 Před 3 lety +4

      California isn’t a “town”. Regardless, you remember that thing “freedom” you patriots are hammering on about all the time? Well that includes the right to move around the nation.

    • @jerrycurl637
      @jerrycurl637 Před 3 lety +6

      they need to gtfo if they can't afford a roof over their head.

    • @jerrycurl637
      @jerrycurl637 Před 3 lety +10

      @@ASM881 move around, but take your shit with you!!!! nobody wants to see all your old junk polluting the beautiful beaches, GTFO!!!!!!!

    • @Largepro21
      @Largepro21 Před 3 lety

      💥

  • @Ethyl.breaks
    @Ethyl.breaks Před 3 lety +138

    Sounds like some people don’t like a mirror in front of them

  • @trapperjohn6089
    @trapperjohn6089 Před 3 lety +29

    I f you were to “candy coat” your footage, it would be a disservice to these people. I actually think that the “van life” type CZcamsrs have contributed to the homeless problem by glamorizing homelessness. People think they are going to live free and travel the country in a van, then they blow a radiator and end up living under an overpass.

  • @ceciliasperry663
    @ceciliasperry663 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for your videos. Much appreciated. Your work is awesome !!

  • @madisonmaya94
    @madisonmaya94 Před 3 lety +95

    He gives the homeless people a voice because he interviews them so I don't see an issue. He can't control the comments but he never speaks negatively about them.

  • @gizzykatkat9687
    @gizzykatkat9687 Před 3 lety +258

    NEVER STOP YOUR VIDEOS, they are very important to everyone. You are just showing what is happening, That man is just stating his opinion, it's just an opinion. You are doing nothing wrong, that woman is angry she needs to relax. We love you German in Venice, WE LOVE YOU!

    • @konagirl805
      @konagirl805 Před 3 lety +10

      The woman is angry because GIV footage simply shows how things are. GIV shows the truth. Liars hate the truth... when confronted with truth is when the shrieking and threats begin... which is how you can know you're onto the truth.

  • @johnfarley4201
    @johnfarley4201 Před 2 lety +2

    Talking is good. Always good to share and learn. Housing helps. Well done giving expression to the people and what going on. More talking helps. Well done Mike and your guest speaker. RESPECT.

    • @rosesmith6208
      @rosesmith6208 Před rokem

      i have read many personal stories of those who tried to help the homeless and not wait for gov to do it from what they said they regretted it. most do not want to meet people half way. they want their lifestyle to continue but still have housing and food, they want it to be given to them, welcome to the gov programs. welfare etc were safty nets not a lifestyle but to many people are making money off gov money in administering it they dont want it ot end. so blame government programs not the landlords nad average joe. frankly working on our spiritural need Jesus spoke about will give one the incentive to do what is right regardless of circumstances. bible principles are a god send, (Pun intended)when dealing with problems. well it is for me, and many of my friends who learn and apply it.

  • @johndelamontaigne7711
    @johndelamontaigne7711 Před 2 lety +1

    I think you are doing a good job documenting the situation in Venice. I have great compassion for the homeless and have tried to help them in a different city in the area I live in. Some you cannot help. The people that raised the homeless issue and complained were wealthy property owners in Venice. They wanted the encampments out. My friend works for the county parks system and has a lot of dealings with homeless people. He treats them nicely but he has had knives pulled on him and been screamed at for doing his job. There are some criminal homeless people that are ruining it for the others. They are all strung out and dont want any help. There will always be people trying to blame you. If he doesn't like it, that guy should make his OWN videos showing Venice the way HE wants it shown!!
    Keep doing what you're doing German in Venice, I love your spirit and I applaud your efforts!

  • @kelvinhau7320
    @kelvinhau7320 Před 3 lety +309

    It seems that the homeless don't want to address the homeless issue. German in Venice, keep up the videos. I will donate for you man.

    • @444sage
      @444sage Před 3 lety +3

      Man oh man blaming homelessness on the homeless is victim-blaming they are victims of our society

    • @k1m198
      @k1m198 Před 3 lety +8

      Naw man payin' rent is like, racis and stuff! Beach front free tent property 4 life! (Sarcasm)

    • @angelica.86
      @angelica.86 Před 3 lety +7

      Keep the videos coming

    • @johndough3125
      @johndough3125 Před 3 lety +12

      @@444sage Oh god, here we go with the victim card. Someone always wants to play the victim. it’s called “self responsibility.” I guess that went out the window in though, huh? Instead of using the energy to figure out a way to better the situation, put 110 percent of that energy and focus on playing a victim, and complaining that everything is society’s fault. Absolutely pitiful

    • @cdjxman
      @cdjxman Před 3 lety +2

      @@johndough3125 Right on dude!

  • @erniebell1858
    @erniebell1858 Před 3 lety +572

    As Mark Twain once said: “Never argue with an idiot. They will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.” You have some great videos and the number of viewers and subscribers prove it. Keep up the great work.

    • @donrobertson4611
      @donrobertson4611 Před 3 lety +14

      Perfect

    • @kujo1978lol
      @kujo1978lol Před 3 lety +30

      That guy was talking in circles. Mike was pretty patient with him and the rude lady

    • @starcloudhidden8074
      @starcloudhidden8074 Před 3 lety +2

      💞🌏🌍🌎💞

    • @mjsgirl5069
      @mjsgirl5069 Před 3 lety +6

      Ernie Bell I couldn’t of said it any better my friend!!

    • @sardosydney
      @sardosydney Před 3 lety +5

      @ernie thanks your comment, you saved me stating the obvious..

  • @jonathanriggs111
    @jonathanriggs111 Před 2 lety

    Best episode so far. "Thanks" to both of you for this content.

  • @barryhance2469
    @barryhance2469 Před rokem

    Hey German... good job. Thank you for standing you ground and being calm an articulate. And I will say also the gentleman you conversed with was also very respectful and civil. Good job on both of you

  • @louvreloveru
    @louvreloveru Před 3 lety +309

    There isn’t a “narrative slant”. You’re simply showing reality.

    • @reaperusa9853
      @reaperusa9853 Před 3 lety +13

      reality is the narrative slant to someone living outside of reality.

    • @m1mdunne
      @m1mdunne Před 3 lety +3

      @@reaperusa9853 Reaper.. you nailed it!

    • @deannailiano4132
      @deannailiano4132 Před 3 lety +3

      @@reaperusa9853 that’s exactly what I was thinking.

    • @DMWBN3
      @DMWBN3 Před 3 lety +2

      This man saying they spending my money - no, three spending your taxes.

    • @parrotletsrunearth1173
      @parrotletsrunearth1173 Před 3 lety

      When you see only a portion of the "truth" or one reality, that in essence creates a slant. You and about 300 people clearly do not understand what the term slant means. What you decide to show and NOT show determines the slant you have. Listen to what the gentleman is saying.

  • @nadogrl
    @nadogrl Před 3 lety +97

    “Our money”? What’s he talking about? It’s the taxpayer’s money.

    • @davehanna1557
      @davehanna1557 Před 3 lety +7

      I pay a shitload of taxes here in California... I listen to this asshole like he thinks the money fall from the sky... psh

    • @khantra4568
      @khantra4568 Před 3 lety +4

      @@davehanna1557 Same paying over 35% of my income in taxes.

    • @user-gg9fp1fh5u
      @user-gg9fp1fh5u Před 3 lety

      @@roaddog1775 Say what? How the heck does he manage people’s finances?! But can’t manage his own to include housing for himself 🤨😬

  • @robbytherob
    @robbytherob Před 3 lety +4

    Change is hard. Your videos have sparked change. This problem isn’t going to be solved overnight smoothly. People are going to get upset and try to shut you down. Stay strong brother.

  • @appalachiantony7483
    @appalachiantony7483 Před 3 lety +2

    The lack of of sanitation is dangerous to the public.

  • @lostxj
    @lostxj Před 3 lety +213

    I tend to be a negative person. And you manage to be upbeat, happy, honest, and positive about everything. I really appreciate that about you. Don't listen to that crap from the homeless. I get the impression they are just upset and lashing out right now.

    • @sterlingmarshel6299
      @sterlingmarshel6299 Před 3 lety +4

      It’s not crap the the homeless are saying they have a right to talk as well. That’s how dialogue is started. They rarely get a voice. You are right about one thing you are a negative person but German in Venice is opening up a conversation

    • @EsotericOccultist
      @EsotericOccultist Před 3 lety +10

      @@sterlingmarshel6299 If they want people to take them seriously their actions should reflect that. Crapping all over society and acting like the world owes them something like they're doing now is not the right way to go about it.

    • @NationandState
      @NationandState Před 3 lety +5

      @@sterlingmarshel6299 They rarely get a voice? That guy was just filmed in his voice and so far 80k people have heard it.

    • @regand7830
      @regand7830 Před 3 lety +4

      @@sterlingmarshel6299 : There is having a voice. And then there are the voices in people's heads, that has them babbling incoherently.
      Doesn't take Freud to diagnose what the issue is. You can't leave people to their own devices.
      The honor system only works, with people who HAVE a sense of honor.
      That's not this.
      There is a cost to EVERYTHING.
      And it's costing the functional and responsible, more than those who are not. So the resentment towards those who have openly said they do NOT want to be put in rehab, or mental hospitals, well...what do you expect?
      Now the competition is SO fierce for dwindling resources, yeah...that are not there.
      THAT is why, when people were told over forty years ago, to not try drugs...they fucking meant it!!

  • @lizzieb7373
    @lizzieb7373 Před 3 lety +117

    I have never felt your videos were less than compassionate and informative. I have never heard you once say anything derogatory about the homeless. I feel that your videos have brought awareness. These are real people with real lives and problems, and joys too. You’ve shown many aspects of the current situation. Please keep doing what you do.

  • @bennk7767
    @bennk7767 Před 3 lety

    Do you a great job, and have a very big heart. You are doing a great job, and your sincerity it is very evident.
    keep up your great work. I love your channel, watching in Newfoundland Canada. Watching your videos is like meeting with a friend for coffee every day.

  • @bocajuniors55
    @bocajuniors55 Před 3 lety +2

    It's refreshing to see this gentleman share his passion towards our locals. I don't believe your channel is feeding any problems but rather a light or platform to help these people share their positive influences. Thank you for giving everyone a neutral platform.

  • @entvisual
    @entvisual Před 3 lety +974

    *THIS IS HONESTLY* SCARY wow God bless you brother for having the guts to stand there! 😨😨

    • @mrleafbeef634
      @mrleafbeef634 Před 3 lety +55

      This is liberals at its finest.

    • @mrleafbeef634
      @mrleafbeef634 Před 3 lety +36

      Very satanic people there. Be careful 🙌

    • @starcloudhidden8074
      @starcloudhidden8074 Před 3 lety +7

      "Love to all from me"
      👣🕊️💞🌎🌍🌏💞🕊️👣

    • @rareosts5752
      @rareosts5752 Před 3 lety +26

      @@mrleafbeef634 they can be incredibly dangerous. There will be no repercussions from them committing violence towards him. They can just say he called them the N word in between filming.

    • @josecarranza7555
      @josecarranza7555 Před 3 lety +7

      @@mrleafbeef634 You 🤡.

  • @ashley-lv6qf
    @ashley-lv6qf Před 3 lety +312

    The truth is ugly, all you're doing is showing the truth with no hostility. They're angry because they got to finally look in a mirror and didn't like what they saw. You do you man, dont let them change you.

    • @kinhason46
      @kinhason46 Před 3 lety +3

      So true ashley

    • @christinecortese9973
      @christinecortese9973 Před 3 lety

      Very good point.

    • @YukiJudai91
      @YukiJudai91 Před 3 lety +3

      @@ogBravo1 He's been there for 30 years. You just want to mention race to get others to start hating. You are a foolish person.

    • @paulieprinceton4550
      @paulieprinceton4550 Před 3 lety

      @@ogBravo1 they let you on the internet without meds? Either way it seems like you need help.

  • @lynetteeurope8678
    @lynetteeurope8678 Před 3 lety +4

    This guy needs to go back to school since he does not have a solution to homeless problem.Thanks for bringing us those videos.A problem can only be solved if you know what that problem is.Good job.Its time for the government to take a look and work on it.God bless we love you.

    • @maryreed2280
      @maryreed2280 Před 3 lety

      Government is the problem. Officials care only about power, never society.

    • @rt3156
      @rt3156 Před 3 lety

      No it's time for the homeless to take care of themselves. The only part the government should be involved is by enforcing existing laws.

  • @afifreek88
    @afifreek88 Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing content as always! ❤ much love!

  • @petricor8436
    @petricor8436 Před 3 lety +299

    I can’t believe these people..
    Basically: “we don’t like your opinions so we don’t like you”
    At least this dude talked, and he is completely entitled to his opinion.
    I love German’s response. Sorry you had to deal with these clowns.
    They want these people to be helped, but most of them won’t even help themselves..

    • @petricor8436
      @petricor8436 Před 3 lety +28

      @@mariemonk104 he rambled on, talked in circles, but at least he gave an insight into how he’s thinking..

    • @lisahiawassee
      @lisahiawassee Před 3 lety +4

      Facts.

    • @DearestDawn
      @DearestDawn Před 3 lety +9

      So dumb they don't like their life being showcased vs ignored like the boat community in Marin County, but they keep voting for corrupt super majority politicians

    • @glendajames6006
      @glendajames6006 Před 3 lety +15

      So true,,German in Venice is educating us all,some do not want help

    • @leredditcommander8208
      @leredditcommander8208 Před 3 lety +18

      German in venice never gives an opinion, he just describes what he sees!

  • @rdoc
    @rdoc Před 3 lety +58

    I was on Venice beach in 1995 there were no homeless camping on the boardwalk. There were some downtown under the bridge but none on the beach. It was great to see you not backing down German. You do nothing wrong in your videos, keep up the good work my friend.

  • @berryseinfeld6772
    @berryseinfeld6772 Před 3 lety +2

    As someone who lived in LA for several years recently, GIV is not twisting anything. This is really how it is out there. I couldn't even imagine living in Venice proper.

  • @theali3n296
    @theali3n296 Před 2 lety +1

    Bro keep doing you. Your channel shows how ugly the real world can be but you speak from a good place & you always have a positive message 🙌🏾 This js goes to show that you can't & won't make everybody happy. Keep doing you!

  • @jimdawson2549
    @jimdawson2549 Před 3 lety +279

    You are holding a mirror up to these people and they don’t like what they see.

  • @Lunchladydoyle
    @Lunchladydoyle Před 3 lety +212

    I was a group home manager and community volunteer for 15 years and frankly there are a lot of narcissists on the streets who will spit in your face for helping them. Your channel is EXCELLENT. Keep up the good work Sir. 🙏🏽

    • @Maki-00
      @Maki-00 Před 3 lety +18

      When I was on the train in NYC, a gentleman gave his takeout food to a homeless guy before he got off. The homeless guy opened up the food container, looked at it and made a face, and when the door opened at the next stop, he sat the food outside on the platform. Unfortunately, not everyone will will be grateful when you try to help.

    • @sherryuribe5766
      @sherryuribe5766 Před 3 lety +3

      @@Maki-00 Church set up Thanksgiving dinner open to public. A young Asian couple arrived at buffet and after loading up their plates they turned around and dumped all of their food into a trash can, made an angry facial expression and exited property.

    • @sherryuribe5766
      @sherryuribe5766 Před 3 lety +8

      Unfortunately Narcissistic/Gas Light people - abusive - seem to be an all too common trend in society today. They can destroy the quality of life for people - no peace, no joy - only trauma.

    • @frontlineobservationdeck2142
      @frontlineobservationdeck2142 Před 3 lety +3

      @Hardangervidda Sondström Because they haven't been around them too much. They think because they're non white that they are oppressed and it's their responsibility to care take them or have them as pets. Let them camp outside their house for a week and see how much they like them then. Of course I have compassion but omg, I so agree with you. Self Centered? They would burn down the world to warm their hands.

    • @bthubert8907
      @bthubert8907 Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for all the time and effort you put into helping people in need. I've seen it first hand. Lived in a gang controlled encampment but when I was approached I went for it and thankful for all the help I've been given every day.

  • @Jo-km9sv
    @Jo-km9sv Před 3 lety +6

    Hey German it was a pleasure meeting you yesterday. Me and my husband love our henna tattoos as well. You’re such a kind spirit. Keep doing your thing. Blessings abundantly.

  • @janeshimmings6146
    @janeshimmings6146 Před rokem +1

    Aww I honestly feel that you are just showing us what a beautiful place Venice is and you always feel sad for these poor homeless people and until watching this I always felt you were being respectful.. I feel for all the homeless all over the world and it can honestly happen to any of us at any time .. I hope people get their forever homes and their is a possative solution for helping people in crisis .. I love watching your videos as you always seem so possative .. 🌹

  • @russellgilson4072
    @russellgilson4072 Před 3 lety +194

    You've given this individual a worldwide platform. Your sincerity is obvious, keep enlightening your viewers, the camera
    doesn't lie!

    • @carlmanvers5009
      @carlmanvers5009 Před 3 lety +5

      A platform he had the presence of mind to deride for the first part of his rambling, poorly focused lecture.

    • @phillipesparza2212
      @phillipesparza2212 Před 3 lety +5

      Don't let them Gaslight you, GIV.

    • @TonyPlease
      @TonyPlease Před 3 lety

      He gets paid be doesn't do this for free

    • @jimtempleton8196
      @jimtempleton8196 Před 3 lety +2

      The reason way it's so bad is because of people they voted into office.

    • @jimtempleton8196
      @jimtempleton8196 Před 3 lety +2

      The truth hurts.

  • @JzsGarage
    @JzsGarage Před 3 lety +84

    German in Venice is the best thing to happen to Venice since Arnold. Please protect this place. If it wasn’t for your videos I think Venice would’ve gotten worse. I don’t think the recreational area would have been cleaned out if it wasn’t for you. Keep doing what you do. Much respect to you

  • @thenashvillemasterclass5639

    I was homeless in LA for 3 years. From Venice, to Brentwood, to Hollywood, to South Central, and then Skidrow. This reminds me how lucky I am to be where I am now

    • @rosesmith6208
      @rosesmith6208 Před rokem

      how did you get out of that situation?

    • @thenashvillemasterclass5639
      @thenashvillemasterclass5639 Před rokem

      @@rosesmith6208 my entire story is on a interview I did on the Soft White Underbelly here on CZcams. Jamie-a life on drugs

  • @DivisionJay
    @DivisionJay Před 3 lety +2

    The reason I follow this channel is for the unbiased view of the daily happenings in a part of town that I haven't frequented for nearly a decade. I'm aware of the issues going on in that community, but not well enough to make an informed argument. GIV has always struck me as a man sharing what he enjoys in life. GIV's content is fairly consistent, enough to guess this dude's true intentions. The German in Venice has been as a local resident for 30 years. He isn't some tourist or some dude from the OC. Nobody should be showing this any hostility or disrespect.

  • @surrender2thewhitewidow967
    @surrender2thewhitewidow967 Před 3 lety +69

    German in Venice calls it the way his eyes and camera lens see it. This area should NEVER have gone this bad.

  • @Oli-qz9re
    @Oli-qz9re Před 3 lety +244

    Letting the guy speak for over 15 minutes straight without editing says everything. If you confront the others they don't even want to talk to you despite given the opportunity. Its not your job to make everyone happy, just telling the truth and keep showing how things really are. Great job Mike, we support you !

    • @allergyahead8128
      @allergyahead8128 Před 3 lety +7

      Our country doesnt want tbe truth. You say anything against the everyone and everthing is beautiful narrative you go on a list.

    • @JoeLink56
      @JoeLink56 Před 3 lety +14

      Yeah sorry…this guy and the others are focusing on the wrong shit and the wrong people, as evidenced by this nonsense diatribe

    • @tenchraven
      @tenchraven Před 3 lety +14

      Agreed, you let him talk and didn't leave anything out. But in all of it, didn't actually say a damn thing. And I love his degree of privilege- he gets to speak for the intent of another member of a group who doesn't want someone they don't control filming the activity in a public place. Such a taxing privilege he has.

    • @AGhostInTheMachine
      @AGhostInTheMachine Před 3 lety +15

      That guy is the Oswald Bates of Venice, if you remember him from 'In Living Color'. Like a walking tower of babble, his lips are moving but really not saying anything.

    • @savagepoet6269
      @savagepoet6269 Před 3 lety

      Because you sat right behind him as he was editing the video, right? Lol. Every time he didn't agree with him, he flashed some text on the screen, like uh no... That's editing for u

  • @gangstagripsslingshots8425

    Keep doing your videos bro. I met you a couple weeks ago you're an awesome guy don't let them get you down.

  • @teresakarr8328
    @teresakarr8328 Před 5 měsíci

    This was very helpful, thanks

  • @grape00jellly
    @grape00jellly Před 3 lety +116

    There's a reason why GIV gets 100s of thousands of views, he is there in Venice every day! His channel is showing everyone the daily updates and issues it goes through, NO ONE else is currently doing that, this channel is 100% honest and your narration is why I watch. The homeless people in Venice live just like they do here in Santa Cruz. Opportunities are offered but many choose to live that lifestyle! You can't help someone if that person has no interest in changing. The interview with the coffee guy was genuine and he's cool for actually pointing out what he feels is wrong with the channel without making it a show.

  • @acd138
    @acd138 Před 3 lety +226

    I’m a local in Venice with a journalism degree, I love you. You’re not showing a bad side of the area. You’re documenting all parts of the city. Youre like a German-Street Huell Howser. Keep riding around, be safe, take care and thank you🙏

    • @MD-ob5nd
      @MD-ob5nd Před 3 lety +14

      RIP Huell... He was the best! And yes Mike is a German incarnation of him!

    • @brendonmasters
      @brendonmasters Před 3 lety

      Good reference

    • @LisaMarieMJ
      @LisaMarieMJ Před 3 lety

      I love that description! So true! 👍🏼

    • @worldwide_wes
      @worldwide_wes Před 3 lety

      +1 for Huell!

  • @madelineburke2796
    @madelineburke2796 Před 2 lety +2

    You strike me as an honest guy with the best of intentions. If that lady disagrees with you then she had the opportunity to talk and act like a grown up instead of an angry child. Great job keeping your cool and also allowing that man to talk. I love your videos!

  • @robert91765
    @robert91765 Před rokem +1

    GIV videos are the best, very informative and shows me the nicer side of LA, and some of the bad too. Keep em videos coming!

  • @karenedwards8946
    @karenedwards8946 Před 3 lety +319

    Don’t listen to these people, keep doing what you’re doing, take care & stay safe from these people 👍🙏👍🙏👍

    • @dertythegrower
      @dertythegrower Před 3 lety +3

      Blueanon does not like being shown when their political leaders fail... that is the reality of it.

  • @cloudyskies41
    @cloudyskies41 Před 3 lety +278

    You are the only one showing a neutral perspective on the homeless issue, better than any news or media outlet. Keep up the good work and don't let these idiots stop you from doing what you do, Mike. 👍

    • @wjgraham63
      @wjgraham63 Před 3 lety +7

      I agree!!!!

    • @Yasmine91646
      @Yasmine91646 Před 3 lety +5

      Well said!

    • @dertythegrower
      @dertythegrower Před 3 lety +6

      Right on.
      Peter Santenello just made a video and he recorded locals, and it was the same way. Watch last week Venice Video by Peter Santenello the world traveller youtuber.

    • @clownpocket
      @clownpocket Před 3 lety +1

      I always thought he came from a liberal perspective.

    • @SouthBayRick
      @SouthBayRick Před 3 lety

      @@dertythegrower Peter does a great job covering all the issues. 👍

  • @richardgraffin8854
    @richardgraffin8854 Před 2 lety

    Mike, you do do a awesome job on all aspects and issues of the problem’s of every thing good or bad!!! Keep filming you do more good then bad,,,,

  • @hustling6697
    @hustling6697 Před 2 lety

    Your doing a great job doing your video keep it up
    Without your video’s I would never knew about Venice Beach
    Thank you very much

  • @jonathangreyes
    @jonathangreyes Před 3 lety +341

    You are literally just document what is going on. Please don’t let them discourage you GIV, you are loved by many!

    • @Atrainsd
      @Atrainsd Před 3 lety +4

      Right ive been to venice my whole life, i hadnt been there since 2019 until last month! The homeless population in venice and LA is mind boggling

    • @Chris.Brisson
      @Chris.Brisson Před 3 lety +3

      This was one of the best videos yet, because the person being interviewed so eloquently implored an expanded scope. GIV does well when he brings a bigger picture and when he explores root causes in interviewing the affected parties. Vagrant lives matter.

    • @Cryo837
      @Cryo837 Před 3 lety +5

      What that black dude is missing is GIV is not there to make a documentary about the "big picture". He is just filming the reality of Venice Beach as it is on a given day from ground level. The mistake leftists ALWAYS make is trying to pork barrel reality with their own "narratives" and why they are "victims". The black dude makes some sense but GIV has zero control over THAT aspect of the "bigger problem". So just let it go dude....

    • @douca1
      @douca1 Před 3 lety +4

      GIV is gaining power to truth. Stand firm.

  • @ErikaSnowdon
    @ErikaSnowdon Před 3 lety +38

    I was born an raised in Santa Monica & Venice Beach. These people dont know what it was like 30 yrs ago. They dont see what we see these days. I always look forward to your videos, it brings me home in my heart. Sadly i left California 20 years ago to raise my children. I miss the Beach so much. Keep the videos coming . Much love and Bless you.

    • @towaritch
      @towaritch Před 3 lety +1

      I have a nice beach here where I retired but it doesn't compare with South Cal for one thing it's the end of May and seawater is still freezing cold.

  • @anthonyscaglione8916
    @anthonyscaglione8916 Před 2 lety +2

    Those clowns make venice look worse than the bums ever have.

  • @christiankeller4962
    @christiankeller4962 Před 2 lety +1

    Lieber Michael. Du sehr Objektiv. Du erzählst wie es ist.Tolle Videos! MACH WEITER SO! Grüsse aus der Schweiz! Christian Keller

  • @daysund.3805
    @daysund.3805 Před 3 lety +113

    Just like in prison, everyone thinks everyone's out to get them. When its not true

  • @ashleysmith2509
    @ashleysmith2509 Před 3 lety +107

    You are actually the greatest spokesman for Venice. I am a Californian and I remember, which is what these people forget. The whole place is going down the wrong road. What do they expect you to do film in a garage. Please stay safe and keep up the great work.

    • @kinhason46
      @kinhason46 Před 3 lety +2

      Great word....spokesman, advocate for a place that tries to be inclusive not exclusive! Let Freedom Ring, I'm from Philadelphia, birthplace of Liberty & USA

    • @stephaniechavez9422
      @stephaniechavez9422 Před 3 lety +4

      i have photos of my father with his rich harbour long board on the beach and waters of venice. it used to safe and beautiful. people need to be held accountable. and they want to blame everyone else for their situation.

    • @goodbro7846
      @goodbro7846 Před 3 lety +5

      Hes a white guy.. they simply hate him. Hes not allowed to have a viewpoint. Let's just face the facts here.

  • @cbx500cbx
    @cbx500cbx Před 2 lety +2

    I'm for the homeless, I'm for them recieving help and benefits at a huge camp in a rural area. What they arnt saying is, they wanna be under foot. People working and with money would like them to move on.

  • @thepetsaver
    @thepetsaver Před 3 lety +13

    "Oh no, GIV is filming the reality we've created for ourselves! And reality looks BAD and we're making it worse. I know, let's blame GIV for the measures adopted by the authorities, instead of actually blaming ourselves for our shitty situation!" Incredible that they think being aggressive is gonna make Venice Beach look "better". Idiots.

  • @danielb4320
    @danielb4320 Před 3 lety +167

    The only person I know who actually sits and talks to the homeless. I love you German in Venice!

    • @sandylynn1912
      @sandylynn1912 Před 3 lety +2

      I love him. .too💕

    • @marjorieovaa7811
      @marjorieovaa7811 Před 3 lety +7

      INVISIBLE PEOPLE is also a good CZcams channel. Mark's interviews of homeless individuals exposes the rigors of life on the streets 24/7.

    • @fergie250769
      @fergie250769 Před 3 lety +2

      Yes...i also watch invisible people too

    • @anonymousgirl799
      @anonymousgirl799 Před 3 lety +3

      @Daniel B
      Not true, Mark with Invisible People interviews homeless more than German does.

    • @danielb4320
      @danielb4320 Před 3 lety +1

      @@anonymousgirl799 my comment wasn’t meant to discredit anyone else but to credit German in Venice. I’ll definitely check out the other channels!

  • @kathmedlin
    @kathmedlin Před 3 lety +64

    a picture is worth a thousand words, keep on shining the light

  • @vicaroo001
    @vicaroo001 Před 2 lety

    Great convo! Love it.

  • @emmm5713
    @emmm5713 Před 2 lety +1

    That's good that he talked to you, It's too bad Ms. Middle Finger couldn't find enough words to explain her actions. I love the videos you do a great job. :)

  • @Irenices
    @Irenices Před 3 lety +84

    "They come in with their little coffee cups", while holding his little coffee cup lol

  • @abishop1639
    @abishop1639 Před 3 lety +103

    That Lady was wayyyyy out of line!! Most of the homeless don’t want help or a room because then they can’t have their drugs and alcohol or whatever. GIV be careful and keep doing what your doing. Just ignore the rudeness and immaturity of those like that woman.

    • @leolady6588
      @leolady6588 Před 3 lety +6

      That creature is no lady. Don't flatter her. Ladies have social decorum and aren't obscene. Mr soap boxing puffer vest is a contradictory hypocrite with no real solutions or answers. All talk no action. Why doesn't he do something? Start his own channel? Good on you Mike. You called him out. He couldn't even answer you.

    • @Toppslawncare
      @Toppslawncare Před 3 lety +1

      Exactly right

    • @jayp1166
      @jayp1166 Před 3 lety

      Generalize much? You sound like a priveleged snob.

  • @richhunter6414
    @richhunter6414 Před 2 lety

    GIV, You are doing a great job. Please continue what you have been doing. In my opinion it is very good to see all citizens able to feel comfortable to visit Venice Beach again now that squatters have been removed.

  • @asiaticonaeuropa
    @asiaticonaeuropa Před 2 lety

    Not sure how many people even know there is a Venice in America. Before watching clips from this channel, I only knew one Venice - the most famous one in Italy. So at least this channel has given me the true information of Venice and its happennings at the time of filming. Thanks for your great work. Keep it up....!

  • @atwkim85
    @atwkim85 Před 3 lety +88

    German in Venice is one of the most positive people I watch on CZcams. Your videos have good vibes and are oddly relaxing. Keep doing what you do, GiV. Don't let these people censor you.

  • @sreknord
    @sreknord Před 3 lety +136

    This guy says if your focus is too little you don't see the whole picture. Well he does that himself, not you. His focus on you is limited and silly. And him talking that much just shows how nice you are, giving him a voice. Love you man, keep it up.

    • @candylove49
      @candylove49 Před 3 lety +2

      Well said!

    • @LauraSusanUilani
      @LauraSusanUilani Před 3 lety +3

      @sreknord yup yup you’re right @German in Venice is not doing anything wrong it’s this guy talking to him in his video

    • @carlmanvers5009
      @carlmanvers5009 Před 3 lety +2

      Completely agree.

    • @robindodd1969
      @robindodd1969 Před 3 lety

      The guy actually made a lot of sense.... German in Venice asked the man why people are angry and he gave a straight answer: Because the homeless population believes they are being portrayed as parasites. That is understandable. Then after a 15 minute conversation German in Venice told the guy to "say it to my face" when that's what he was doing the whole time LMAO

    • @thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921
      @thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921 Před 3 lety

      This is the most right wing statement made. Because they are poor, its there fault. You have to get to root causes of homelessness. Many of these people fell on hard times through no fault of their own. The drug addiction is symptomatic of greater problems they faced many times, many times they have PTSD. There is a disproportionate amount of black and brown people i see all over California that are homeless. There is no reason the man being interviewed should be sleeping in his car with his level of intelligence.

  • @ernestmijaresiii1060
    @ernestmijaresiii1060 Před 2 lety +3

    Love your content and keep posting. The homeless don't want to hear the truth.

  • @Virgoae
    @Virgoae Před 3 lety +2

    Keep up the good work German! Please inform the public what is happening. Sadly this is just not in Venice- this is also happening in residential areas. I just hope these homeless do not continue to move into residential areas.

  • @pepper1188
    @pepper1188 Před 3 lety +67

    I lived near Venice in the 80s. It was NOTHING like it is now. Dude talked in circles.😳

    • @517oceanfront
      @517oceanfront Před 3 lety +3

      Abbot Kinney would have never allowed this shit,people came in droves to see his seaside miracles of nature,and entertainment.Venice is dead now,and stinking.

    • @fredrickobrechistein8623
      @fredrickobrechistein8623 Před 3 lety

      You can say that about everywhere.

    • @pepper1188
      @pepper1188 Před 3 lety

      @@fredrickobrechistein8623 Yes. But many places actually improve. My point is that he said it has ALWAYS been like this and he is wrong.

  • @douca1
    @douca1 Před 3 lety +54

    German in Venice struck a nerve. You are too close to the truth. Stay safe and stand firm. God bless you.

  • @capefearcapt4679
    @capefearcapt4679 Před 3 lety +1

    Keep doing your thing sir and well done I say. You're helping to bring attention to serious problem.

  • @Beatlesfan1076
    @Beatlesfan1076 Před 3 lety

    1st Off, that "woman" who flipped you off, was/is super rude. There was absolutely no need for that at all. 2nd, the black guy who thinks he knows it ALL, and thinks you know nothing.... He is so egotistical and "knowledgeable," that he, himself is homeless and thinks if he uses big words, he sounds even more important and intelligent. He knows NOTHING, you make NOTHING look bad. You are just filming what you do. I believe you should be the mayor. I have NEVER seen anyone LOVE the city they live in as much as you. You are one of the most humble human beings I've ever seen. I cannot say that I've met, because unfortunately, I've never had the pleasure of meeting you. But you ALWAYS seem so happy and you ALWAYS make my day, everytime we watch you. Keep doing you @Germaninvenice You are one of the best people on the internet. You always have something happy and kind to say, and you NEVER twist anything out of what is actually going on. You just show what is actually happening, and letting the camera do all the work, and the city itself do it's job, you're just a happy, humble guy who just happens to be behind the camera and do great work. So, just keep on keeping on, and do your thing. You're always gonna have some haters, but they're just jealous a**holes. We Love you and Stay Safe, Love, from Pennsylvania.