The Mole People of Underground Las Vegas

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  • Опубликовано: 10 янв 2025

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  • @Nicole-oi6il
    @Nicole-oi6il 2 года назад +2046

    I worked in a homeless shelter and one guy told me “everyone is one bad decision away from being homeless”. So very true.

    • @prevaloir5362
      @prevaloir5362 2 года назад +42

      It's not 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @burberryducks6481
      @burberryducks6481 2 года назад +101

      @@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.

    • @prevaloir5362
      @prevaloir5362 2 года назад +33

      @@burberryducks6481 Trying heroin isn't one bad decision.

    • @dadeee7776
      @dadeee7776 2 года назад +7

      @@burberryducks6481 i mean i know people who have done it, some kept a job and worked hard is weird how the mind works

    • @burberryducks6481
      @burberryducks6481 2 года назад +15

      @@prevaloir5362 I disagree.

  • @epicleak
    @epicleak 2 года назад +1032

    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

    • @PepsiMan666
      @PepsiMan666 2 года назад +70

      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.

    • @epicleak
      @epicleak 2 года назад +18

      @@PepsiMan666 really?? thank god people stood up for them!!

    • @kgonzalez8098
      @kgonzalez8098 2 года назад +60

      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
      @osayybundy6157 2 года назад +1

      😢

    • @akidim13
      @akidim13 2 года назад +35

      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

  • @kimberlycrittenden537
    @kimberlycrittenden537 2 года назад +2054

    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.

    • @jeremyl3620
      @jeremyl3620 2 года назад +217

      I am so sorry to hear that, praying for you and your family❤

    • @shable1436
      @shable1436 2 года назад +55

      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

    • @imdva
      @imdva 2 года назад +94

      @@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.

    • @dadoffour
      @dadoffour 2 года назад +8

      Heartbreaking 💔 is there no one that can reach out to him

    • @jungwon9425
      @jungwon9425 2 года назад +3

      omg im so sorry this must be so heartbreaking. i’m praying for you and your family!!

  • @garya6978
    @garya6978 2 года назад +169

    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
      @Poppycock84 Год назад +5

      I cant believe this comment hasn't got more likes!

    • @Wlichamp
      @Wlichamp Год назад +3

      Allah is,and soon we all be back to him for justice “ fair and equal “

    • @Daygo0511
      @Daygo0511 9 месяцев назад +2

      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

    • @chasetucker1131
      @chasetucker1131 16 дней назад

      These are advanced homeless too. I live in Vegas. They’re only alive because they want to be I see people laid out daily

  • @fireemblemistrash75
    @fireemblemistrash75 2 года назад +572

    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
      @VilaToro64 Год назад +6

      Fire emblem is trash indeed

  • @Lil-Britches
    @Lil-Britches Год назад +474

    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
      @cindylefort8666 Год назад +42

      Praying for you 🙏 God bless you stay strong 🙏❤️ blessings are coming your way.

    • @bless520
      @bless520 Год назад +27

      KEEP MOVING YOU GOT THIS 💯

    • @jakesm7950
      @jakesm7950 Год назад +13

      Praying for you man.

    • @casadactyl21
      @casadactyl21 Год назад +6

      🎉🎉🎉 you got this!!

    • @elijahwickham9936
      @elijahwickham9936 Год назад

      What is your name?

  • @brianwilson8088
    @brianwilson8088 2 года назад +820

    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.

    • @ChiTownGuerrilla
      @ChiTownGuerrilla 2 года назад +8

      That's Tommy.

    • @Americansikkunt
      @Americansikkunt 2 года назад +8

      @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.)

    • @CornishLiving8
      @CornishLiving8 2 года назад +7

      @@Americansikkunt Louis theroux is the legend of all legends watch your mouth

    • @thirtythreeeyes8624
      @thirtythreeeyes8624 2 года назад +3

      @@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-bu5yn
      @Chris-bu5yn 2 года назад +1

      @Ramadon yea he is I know Tommy irl dudes a great guy

  • @jenaewethington1994
    @jenaewethington1994 Год назад +94

    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. ❤

    • @kden7197
      @kden7197 8 месяцев назад +2

      Wow that's crazy

    • @jackscalibur
      @jackscalibur 8 месяцев назад +2

      What the hell, really?

    • @the_1999_kid
      @the_1999_kid 7 месяцев назад +1

      Damn really?
      You should visit him

    • @StroudySolos
      @StroudySolos 6 месяцев назад

      😮

    • @jenaewethington1994
      @jenaewethington1994 4 месяца назад +10

      Hey guys, he’s currently back in Texas! I have pictures of him, he’s home with family for the first time in 10 years and he’s attempting to get clean.

  • @charlesfisher4657
    @charlesfisher4657 2 года назад +71

    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

    • @melaniemaxwell6338
      @melaniemaxwell6338 Год назад

      He's still exploiting them, making a profit, and not helping. This is deplorable.

  • @dbx1233
    @dbx1233 2 года назад +56

    "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.

  • @irishjoe9195
    @irishjoe9195 2 года назад +1098

    Tommy is probably one of the best in person Documentary style RUclipsrs!

    • @isaiahsherman2199
      @isaiahsherman2199 2 года назад +4

      For sure

    • @SupermanAJ23
      @SupermanAJ23 2 года назад +2

      💯💯💯💯💯💯

    • @BarelyGoodTV
      @BarelyGoodTV 2 года назад +5

      check out Oki's Weird Stories! He also does great journalism/documentary style content

    • @irishjoe9195
      @irishjoe9195 2 года назад +2

      @@BarelyGoodTV Yeah Oki’s awesome! Dude I love his channel very in-depth with his Documentaries

    • @mmmaaaabbb
      @mmmaaaabbb 2 года назад

      Fosho

  • @danielt3104
    @danielt3104 2 года назад +473

    Please continue to interview people like this. You are much better suited towards this documentary style than you are pranks or joke videos.

  • @tdogaz4114
    @tdogaz4114 2 года назад +2668

    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.

  • @carolinaferreira9733
    @carolinaferreira9733 Год назад +82

    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
      @doctorgothicc Год назад +2

      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

    • @ethanstump
      @ethanstump 10 месяцев назад +2

      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.

    • @Voxphyle
      @Voxphyle 9 месяцев назад

      ​@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.

    • @ethanstump
      @ethanstump 9 месяцев назад

      @@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?

  • @ronnieturner6820
    @ronnieturner6820 2 года назад +37

    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 RUclips. 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

  • @BrandonBuckingham
    @BrandonBuckingham 2 года назад +1230

    Tommy is Americas leading journalist

    • @ultimatescapebro
      @ultimatescapebro 2 года назад +14

      Facts! We love you Brandon! Upload more BJJ content!!!

    • @843Reboot
      @843Reboot 2 года назад +7

      only one whos actually doing shit in terms of journalism

    • @irishjoe9195
      @irishjoe9195 2 года назад +7

      Hell Yeah! Brandon you too broski!!

    • @GOOCHIElicker
      @GOOCHIElicker 2 года назад +6

      Tommy is way better than brandon fuckingham

    • @noahlowery1967
      @noahlowery1967 2 года назад +10

      Cold ass rider ridin for a cold ass rider. Much love Brandon

  • @Loregasmo
    @Loregasmo 2 года назад +417

    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

    • @bunnyg7974
      @bunnyg7974 2 года назад +21

      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

    • @vision5226
      @vision5226 2 года назад +52

      @@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

    • @ducksan3519
      @ducksan3519 2 года назад +9

      @@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

    • @trimq2304
      @trimq2304 2 года назад +18

      ​@@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 RUclips channel and hes probably just trying to support himself

    • @newt6283
      @newt6283 2 года назад +6

      @@bunnyg7974 at 20:13 he gave the tour guide money

  • @miguelarana2610
    @miguelarana2610 2 года назад +91

    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

    • @mikeluc9916
      @mikeluc9916 2 года назад

      The rest are between a rock and a hard place.

    • @southlondon2051
      @southlondon2051 2 года назад

      Please tell me what making it in life means?? I'm intrigued

    • @miguelarana2610
      @miguelarana2610 2 года назад +4

      @@southlondon2051 his situation isn't the best but nothing beats coming home to warm meal and a warm bed.

  • @JennaB5150
    @JennaB5150 2 года назад +342

    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.

  • @offdaystv
    @offdaystv Год назад +21

    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

  • @Shlamings
    @Shlamings 2 года назад +247

    As a member of Las Vegas, this is so sad. My mom and her business go down into the tunnels and feed them.

    • @onyayekekay5357
      @onyayekekay5357 2 года назад +62

      bros a member of vegas💀💀

    • @onyayekekay5357
      @onyayekekay5357 2 года назад +15

      bro edited his comment to Las Vegas instead of Vegas💀💀bros a member💀💀

    • @Shlamings
      @Shlamings 2 года назад +55

      @@onyayekekay5357 bro hop off 💀

    • @johnnyghosst
      @johnnyghosst 2 года назад +17

      @@Shlamings lmmaooo, aye that’s dope as hell tho yo mom doing good work

    • @astrosfranchise
      @astrosfranchise 2 года назад +1

      thats cool asl

  • @menwithven8114
    @menwithven8114 2 года назад +163

    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

    • @purp2883
      @purp2883 2 года назад +4

      God bless you.

    • @jcosson10
      @jcosson10 2 года назад

      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

    • @StarzzyJJASD
      @StarzzyJJASD 2 года назад +2

      @@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-sk9pv
      @Raphael-sk9pv 2 года назад +2

      @Pr0BLeM? that’s your opinion

    • @purp2883
      @purp2883 2 года назад +4

      @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?

  • @zealman7213
    @zealman7213 2 года назад +254

    tommy is real for giving these people a voice and giving us insight to their situations.

    • @IceBreakBottle
      @IceBreakBottle 2 года назад

      For his own profit and brings them beer. You really think helping them is bringing them fucking beer?

  • @annaince
    @annaince Год назад +14

    I watched a few Mole people documentaries but yours was done with a lot more respect. Enjoyed watching it 😊

  • @cheyennealexander3039
    @cheyennealexander3039 Год назад +8

    Your kindness and compassion as a film maker is clear. Gratitude for your work in this harsh world.

  • @alexanderuhlein8306
    @alexanderuhlein8306 2 года назад +209

    I love how the one guy said he hasn’t drink in 20 years and then the next shot he’s holding a beer 😂

  • @sethmiller805
    @sethmiller805 2 года назад +186

    I love how he talked to the people that live there like humans. We need more people like that in the world

    • @onetwotreefourfive
      @onetwotreefourfive 2 года назад +8

      Are they not? 😂

    • @sethmiller805
      @sethmiller805 2 года назад +4

      @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!

    • @onetwotreefourfive
      @onetwotreefourfive 2 года назад

      @@sethmiller805 I think there's a tiny possibility they're the people of the hollow earth others warned us about...

    • @Thomas-Skaa
      @Thomas-Skaa Год назад +1

      I mean they are humans?

    • @dianelopes8199
      @dianelopes8199 Год назад

      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 ,

  • @silverladderAZ
    @silverladderAZ 2 года назад +169

    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.

    • @reneelibby4885
      @reneelibby4885 Год назад +1

      I just discovered TommyG and I so agree. He's special.

  • @Sarah_Black_Sheep_Unite
    @Sarah_Black_Sheep_Unite 2 года назад +9

    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 ♥️♥️♥️

  • @addmmss
    @addmmss Год назад +5

    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.

  • @YessirMinnesota
    @YessirMinnesota 2 года назад +41

    DOPE VIDEO TOMMY! Great to film it with you and experience the Unique Underworld of Las Vegas! Yessir!!!!!!

    • @matthewluke1655
      @matthewluke1655 2 года назад +6

      Holy suprised to see y’all in this video!

    • @YessirMinnesota
      @YessirMinnesota 2 года назад +4

      @@matthewluke1655 YESSIR! X TOMMY G 🔥

  • @KristenHoltan
    @KristenHoltan 2 года назад +49

    Such interesting souls these folks are. A great reminder that everyone has a story.

  • @Troy2Trill
    @Troy2Trill 2 года назад +318

    The dude with the guitar definitely has talent I would love to see him make videos of other songs he’s done.

    • @trickky598
      @trickky598 2 года назад +8

      def bro

    • @jaredmiller5775
      @jaredmiller5775 2 года назад +8

      Definitely dude. Thought no one else noticed that

    • @brycematthews2784
      @brycematthews2784 2 года назад +7

      Went hard

    • @zaeyr481
      @zaeyr481 2 года назад +1

      Fr, was thinkin the same

    • @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts
      @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts Год назад +3

      Agreed!! I can’t believe the guy who owns this channel didn’t give them all some money! That pisses me off 😒💔

  • @schitzy
    @schitzy 2 года назад +14

    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!

  • @logangrooms2560
    @logangrooms2560 Год назад +6

    Bro said he hasn’t drank in 20 years and he was holding two medelos

  • @Lezter443
    @Lezter443 2 года назад +38

    I like these type of videos the most. Real life, real journalism

  • @woolfy02
    @woolfy02 2 года назад +69

    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
      @brandons2842 2 года назад

      Lies, homeless steal and cheat each other like mad

    • @woolfy02
      @woolfy02 2 года назад +1

      @Brandon S of course, homeless people can steal. I've never dealt with it from the people I knew. Not everyone Is that horrible

  • @mbike1856
    @mbike1856 2 года назад +106

    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.

    • @TommyGMcGee
      @TommyGMcGee  2 года назад +14

      Thank you big dawg

    • @mbike1856
      @mbike1856 2 года назад

      @@TommyGMcGee Thanks so much for replying dude you're awesome

    • @jaredfrazier2216
      @jaredfrazier2216 2 года назад +2

      Cringe

    • @jaredfrazier2216
      @jaredfrazier2216 Год назад

      @ilovecriptrain not reading all that. stay mad

    • @jaredfrazier2216
      @jaredfrazier2216 Год назад

      @ilovecriptrain look at your profile. You're legit still in middle school

  • @AlexWolfLikesPie
    @AlexWolfLikesPie 2 года назад +3

    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.

  • @madlibs4
    @madlibs4 9 месяцев назад +1

    Your video brought me to tears. You’re absolutely the best documentary filmmaker like this on RUclips. I wish more people treated other human beings with this much respect.

  • @dashagazo8508
    @dashagazo8508 2 года назад +25

    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

  • @MrLfredolguin
    @MrLfredolguin 2 года назад +97

    Went from A prankster to journalist. I love it

  • @dusannestorovic5699
    @dusannestorovic5699 2 года назад +16

    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

  • @Dontmindme-r4d
    @Dontmindme-r4d Год назад +15

    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

  • @hollywood9414
    @hollywood9414 2 года назад +10

    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 ❤

  • @Feverdream.studios
    @Feverdream.studios 2 года назад +8

    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

  • @hoboholer
    @hoboholer 2 года назад +274

    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.

    • @jjcoola998
      @jjcoola998 2 года назад

      Yeah most people don’t know the number one cause of bankruptcy in America is getting injured, with our fucked medical system

    • @jjcoola998
      @jjcoola998 2 года назад

      Yeah most people don’t know the number one cause of bankruptcy in America is getting injured, with our fucked medical system

    • @StarzzyJJASD
      @StarzzyJJASD 2 года назад +19

      45 is not old by any means

    • @hoboholer
      @hoboholer 2 года назад +71

      @@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.

    • @acewild9689
      @acewild9689 2 года назад +42

      Somehow ended up? It’s called drugs..

  • @-taylord2am-473
    @-taylord2am-473 2 года назад +65

    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

  • @karterecklind8950
    @karterecklind8950 2 года назад +7

    The jungle cats, the tour guide, entire the underground community. There is something wholesome about everyone of the people in this video.

  • @lucyswankson2970
    @lucyswankson2970 2 года назад +8

    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.

    • @toejam6941
      @toejam6941 2 года назад

      Hiiii Lucy! I named my daughter Lucy.. Lucy Mae! Lol... poor kid. Anyways. I hope you are doing awesome. Just saying..."Hiiiiii"

    • @thelastpers0n280
      @thelastpers0n280 2 года назад

      Id can help get you the right stuff for a job, an the shower well help you look decent an presentable

  • @southernladyish
    @southernladyish 2 года назад +14

    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!

  • @rustyshackleford1908
    @rustyshackleford1908 2 года назад +18

    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.

  • @cantbeatthebay4765
    @cantbeatthebay4765 2 года назад +15

    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.

  • @suejonmeyers8362
    @suejonmeyers8362 Год назад +4

    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.

  • @shinosenpai3189
    @shinosenpai3189 2 года назад +3

    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

    • @shinosenpai3189
      @shinosenpai3189 2 года назад

      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.

    • @Deadgurl717
      @Deadgurl717 9 месяцев назад

      I’m sorry 😢

  • @johnhaaff5930
    @johnhaaff5930 2 года назад +10

    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.

    • @deerazor8280
      @deerazor8280 2 года назад

      Skipped the rat burgers

    • @johnhaaff5930
      @johnhaaff5930 2 года назад

      @@deerazor8280 yea the cats try pitching in too.

  • @SaltStorm007
    @SaltStorm007 Год назад +3

    ‘I have lots of bodyguards’...... followed by ominous laughter from unseen individuals in the distance😂

  • @nickteie2154
    @nickteie2154 2 года назад +7

    "Cesar palace who's up there Jerry sienfeld, Cher?" Dudes been down there a while

  • @trevordavis2833
    @trevordavis2833 2 года назад +8

    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 RUclips and he was on there

  • @MuckBlast
    @MuckBlast 2 года назад +1

    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

  • @kalebmarlatt4947
    @kalebmarlatt4947 2 года назад +10

    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.

    • @tobinbh3940
      @tobinbh3940 2 года назад +1

      I hope he finds peace and a way out of his situation..

  • @nicholascarver1
    @nicholascarver1 2 года назад +11

    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.

  • @Bhadmonk
    @Bhadmonk 2 года назад +7

    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

    • @streettravelxxi
      @streettravelxxi 2 года назад +2

      A lot of people refer to drinking as in being a drunk when u do drugs everyday there is no need for alcohol

    • @purp2883
      @purp2883 2 года назад +3

      @@streettravelxxi Yeah they know it's dangerous to mix alcohol with other substances so they either don't drink or have just 1 beer.

    • @streettravelxxi
      @streettravelxxi 2 года назад +1

      @@purp2883 well said

  • @Jeff-mx7sm
    @Jeff-mx7sm 2 года назад +1

    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
    @princessofchina2315 2 года назад +2

    Just came across your channel and this video. Impressed by your respect for these people and your compassion. Good documentary, good people. 👍

  • @QueenB572
    @QueenB572 2 года назад +19

    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.

  • @seanmikejaffer423
    @seanmikejaffer423 Год назад +3

    Thanks for this documentary guys. These guys made my day, their kindness and humility is very inspiring ❤

  • @Noah-cn2rr
    @Noah-cn2rr 2 года назад +4

    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.

  • @ebombglass
    @ebombglass 2 года назад +10

    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

    • @96krew83
      @96krew83 2 года назад +3

      That’s sick I wanna hear more about that painting down there was probably sick probably throw ups from the 90s down there

    • @paulyfresh
      @paulyfresh Год назад +1

      I was noticing the graf in the background was dope! Not your everyday pieces

  • @justforepic
    @justforepic 2 года назад +8

    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

  • @u_ub
    @u_ub 2 года назад +7

    "I haven't drank in 20 years!"
    15:06 - you guys made him relapse!!

  • @luccimryoutube
    @luccimryoutube 2 года назад +17

    GREAT VIDEO MY BOY!! 🔥 HAD A GREAT TIME FILMING WITH YOU GUYS 👌 AND MEETING EVERYONE DOWN THERE THEY WERE ACTUALLY ALL PRETTY COOL SEE YOU SOON BROTHER! 💯💯✊

    • @-taylord2am-473
      @-taylord2am-473 2 года назад +3

      Crazy that I’ve been watching you with your car content for a while now then suddenly with one of my other favourite youtubers? Let’s gooo

    • @luccimryoutube
      @luccimryoutube 2 года назад +3

      @@-taylord2am-473 that's what's up taylor!! Real fam stick together! 💪 Thanks for watching Tommy was super cool hopefully we'll have another video soon together 💯💯✊

    • @-taylord2am-473
      @-taylord2am-473 2 года назад +2

      @@luccimryoutube yessir man keep up your fire content as well! Truly never ever expected you to collaborate with Tommy aha that’s awesome

    • @luccimryoutube
      @luccimryoutube 2 года назад +2

      @@-taylord2am-473 thank you brother yeah and it was truly a pleasure working with him I have a place in Las Vegas so it worked out perfect ✊thanks again man I really appreciate you and the kind words have a good day 💪💪💪💯

  • @brandond.734
    @brandond.734 2 года назад +22

    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
      @lauradavis4848 2 года назад

      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.

  • @FGNDWEAP
    @FGNDWEAP 2 года назад +70

    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
      @VilaToro64 Год назад +11

      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-yw4rj5dp5p
      @user-yw4rj5dp5p 7 месяцев назад +1

      Especially if you do heroine and make tons of bad decisions after you get a degree…

  • @ovonast4311
    @ovonast4311 2 года назад +3

    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!

  • @RogerTheWolverine
    @RogerTheWolverine 2 года назад +5

    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 👍😎

  • @purp2883
    @purp2883 2 года назад +5

    I love these people! Being honest about their addictions and humble enough to allow outsiders to interview them in the first place. The disease of addiction is very sad, but these folks seem to always make it through. The guy at 14:30 is very wise. I love that he acknowledged God, America and equality. God bless all them seriously. Come as you are, that's what Jesus said. This place isn't our home and we all must endure.

  • @JJ-006
    @JJ-006 2 года назад +5

    Tommy is hands down the best up and coming real life content creator i see big things for him and this channel 👍👍

  • @r3gret2079
    @r3gret2079 Год назад +5

    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.

  • @ethanwilliam9944
    @ethanwilliam9944 Год назад +9

    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.

  • @dilloncarpenter8655
    @dilloncarpenter8655 2 года назад +4

    Keep posting bangers like this and Tommy G will be at 1 million in 2023

  • @KíaBernadette
    @KíaBernadette Год назад +17

    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
      @bmenoahgothits6676 Год назад

      No bs had me thinking the same thing. Makes you grateful for what you have

  • @isaaclugo7951
    @isaaclugo7951 2 года назад +4

    He said being homeless is harder then a job so keep your job is probably the best advice I’ve everrrrrr heard

  • @Roxus1
    @Roxus1 4 месяца назад +1

    These people are some of the kindest souls. amazing share

  • @SandraPokorneyCmonDude
    @SandraPokorneyCmonDude 10 месяцев назад

    Your compassion brings me tears to my eyes. Thank you for never being condescending to anyone.

  • @officialdb2368
    @officialdb2368 2 года назад +12

    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!

    • @purp2883
      @purp2883 2 года назад

      Faith and hope will always keep us afloat even when it may seem we are sinking. Keep your head up bro! God bless 🙏

    • @jonathanforlin1854
      @jonathanforlin1854 2 года назад

      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.

  • @barky1226
    @barky1226 2 года назад +14

    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! ❤️

  • @rugs_mcfly
    @rugs_mcfly 2 года назад +5

    The guy offering you a water was a big gesture.

  • @robring11
    @robring11 Год назад +1

    3:20 "You were born in the tunnels?" man almost had an NBC exclusive. Life and death of the tunnel people. 😂😂

  • @andrewstuart8736
    @andrewstuart8736 10 месяцев назад +2

    45 years old and high blood pressure he looked 65. Crazy sad!

  • @rausclark635
    @rausclark635 2 года назад +3

    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.

  • @mrjj9136
    @mrjj9136 2 года назад +8

    Remember your situation could always be worse than what it is

  • @chrissgchriss
    @chrissgchriss 2 года назад +5

    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.

    • @JennaB5150
      @JennaB5150 2 года назад

      There's also the "wash" in the Henderson nv

  • @Haydn-f8r
    @Haydn-f8r Год назад

    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

  • @emmagardiner8890
    @emmagardiner8890 Год назад

    I started watching your channel recently and I love how you interact with people.

  • @reggiecosens9700
    @reggiecosens9700 2 года назад +4

    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.

  • @antidepressiv
    @antidepressiv 2 года назад +3

    I have the feeling this channel is going to grow exponentially in the coming months.

  • @Justin14379
    @Justin14379 Год назад +3

    What a legend. The ending really shows his heart. These people have nothing. Yet they let you into the only safe place they have left.

  • @amandamarie5337
    @amandamarie5337 Год назад +1

    the 5:00 mark makes me smile to see that love is still flowing through people.

  • @suhhdudee5153
    @suhhdudee5153 2 года назад +1

    Mann dude your channel is starting to blow up!!
    I remember watching when you only had like 50k