That guy who was homeless but still holding a job, getting cleaned up to look presentable for work , getting sober, renting a room to see his family in, spending every cent he had on his kids and letting them be kids and not know his struggles, is a real man. There’s many like him in our culture, that used to be what was expected of from a Father, a Husband, and an overall respectable man. He did the impossible to be a better man for his family. So proud of him and the others.
Nah, no true Heroin addict is paying for a hotel room on the weekend to hang with his kids. I would bet a thousand bucks the bald tattooed Mexican is absolutely still on opiates
I can kind of relate to Daniel, I save what I can so when I get my kids from my ex we go stay in motels so they don't have to see that their father isn't a failure and is struggling to pay child support and his own bills and can't afford his own place to have them in on weekends. Last time I had them we ate ramen and cheap cereal all weekend because I couldn't make enough money to feed them proper meals. My kids are everything in my eyes, I think Daniel feels the same, he wants his kids to look up to him, not down on him.
I am the UPS driver in the maravilla neighborhood and let me tell you I feel like home . No one has ever threatened me and as a Chicano myself I feel very privileged to serve the area. I absolutely love east Los Angeles!.
@@rubenquezada3830 stay safe out there. I can't speak for the Estrada courts but the Maravilla Colonias apartments are safe and filled with great people.
He is one of the most gracious host I have ever witnessed. No matter where he is, he is never judgmental, just reporting. May God bless this man and his family.
Definitely. Also, notice everybody respects him as well. Respect and Violence are both universal languages. We have to pick which ones of those we speak and respond to.
When he talked about his dad tapping him on the shoulder brought tears to my eyes. He talks about still learning and growing and following God. What a powerful story. Mad mad mad respect to the OG. I’d love to meet this guy.
My dad was from Lote Maravilla and is buried at Cavalry. Hearing this man talk about his life, his struggles and his recovery, the similarities are so crazy. Thank you for this video.
Bad advice. I judge people with their head and face covered in gang tattoos and skulls. I wouldn't ask them to babysit or watch my laptop for a moment at a coffee shop while I use the restroom
@@WhatsDaveUpTo No “advice” was given, only commented on what I saw. TBH, I would leave my iPad or iPhone while I go to the restroom, in fact I’d be fully confident in the presence of the 3 men who will intervene and NOT allow a street thug to steal my property. Listen, our country is so so divided, the last thing we need is disunity especially with the ambitions of Putin (invading sovereign nations !) and xi of China will have a field day in a weakened USA.
@@WhatsDaveUpTo Same, though i would not presume them unintelligent, i'd definitely presume them dangerous, and that's kind of the point of the face tattoo's they're meant to be intimidating, it's not my fault, i'm merely recognising what he wanted to manifest out to the world, it matters how you present yourself, always will as long as we have eyes to see. Sure once you get them talking you can somewhat get past all that a bit, but the first impressions last a long time
@@liquidsnake6879 Intelligent in street smarts way, sure. But I doubt they can offer any profound ideas on self reflection and self awareness. Or can come up with intelligent long term and short term goals that create real wealth. I have known people that came from rough areas. They avoided the gang life, avoided drugs, did excellent in school, did NOT tattoo skulls and gang symbols all over their face (essentially disfiguring and eliminating themselves from the job market) and ended up doing quite well for themselves, in a legal way. One of my Mexican friends, put himself through the aerospace engineering Ph.D program at Michigan University, all while learning English...on the fly! Now THAT'S intelligence! Today he travels the world giving lectures to students and other Ph.Ds on new and radical space propulsion systems. This guy took a real risk hanging out with these guys in known and active gang areas. But that's his job, producing risky youtube content, which, im sure pays him handsomely.
As someone who grew up and still lives in a small town in Scotland, footage like this and from other vloggers is invaluable. Corporate media will NEVER give you the truth... people willing to charge their camera and get in there, honestly to speak to people, you'll hear their genuine side of things. Can't possibly put a price on this kind of insight.
I tuned in for the first time with "The man who has no legal identity" and have been binge watching ever since. This guy's talent is in bringing no judgments and letting the people tell their story. We live in a world where powerful people find it to their advantage to have us hating each other. These videos are the proof that we do not. Hatred will bear the fruit of hatred. Let's all try to understand. Peace from a 65 year old white guy who spent 27 years incarcerated.
So often I've seen young minority people from privileged positions telling other people to "shut up and listen," before just going into a a diatribe about the person's failures in understanding, and failure to fix things, regardless of the standing of who they're talking to. It reaches nobody. This is the guy who is actually shutting up and listening, letting people talk for themselves and not interjecting beyond the reasonable questions or misconceptions, and these groups welcome that entirely. I wish alt news like Vice still had these balls.
I’m a 51 yr old southern lady, born and raised in southeast Tennessee. I’ve never been in legal trouble or suffered from addiction issues. That being said, all my respect to these men for surviving in a tough environment, surrounded by their demons every day, but being strong enough to stay clean and trying to be a good example to the younger generations and helping to show them a better way.
@@Purchaser. Yeah, these people are drug addicts, drug dealers, thieves and robbers. They all talk about respect and communities and shit like that, yeah right fuck them. What about respect for victims of their actions. They were the ones destroying and bringing down their communities from the inside. They are not much of a role model at all. They look proud saying all this shit they've done in the past and people are jerking them off in the comments. Lol
As a Native American, (Apache), and from San Bernardino, I lived right off of medical center drive, in the projects. I want to take the time to appreciate this mans story. You make me proud of being from Chicano background. And I am proud of you, for finding the good man you always had inside yourself. Mad love to you and yours, OG.
My story about recovery started in San Bernardino, The Rock church ,then the Way World outreach. Stood out there for 10 yrs..keep your head up and stay proud of where you came from..Bendiciones in Jesus name
@@ezekielordazezekiel5780 I’m proud of you, for the recovery. For showing yourself mercy, and finding the strength to overcome your trials and tribulations. The man you are today, is the same man that walked through the fire, because there was no way around. Bless you, my friend. Stay up🖤
@@Scumcult666 Hello again. We might have crossed paths during my madness in S.B. also while attending the way recovery group. Bro.Robert Vega from the Way ministries became a good friend and part of my journey. Muchisimas Gracias
The Chicano culture is an integral part of American culture with a fascinating history. Being from the east coast, I love to see and learn from different people. These dudes are excellent ambassadors of their neighborhoods and people. Respect.
I find the US somewhat like the Roman Empire. Having been to the east coast (Boston and Virginia in particular) it’s worlds apart. Be we are all as American as apple pie. We all make up this cool fabric that is America.
What you see in this video is not the Entire representation of Chicano culture! Chicano culture is very Diverse. Chicano culture is not just East Los Angeles (low riders, gangs or poverty). For instance, Eva Langoria who earned a Master's degree in Chicano Studies refers herself as a Chicana and she is originally from Texas.💫
@@pinkworld9384 the Chicano culture is that. Pride in our world. Los Angeles is we’re the culture started amongst are people. This came from the Mexicans revolution war. Which we didn’t wanna be apart of any of the colonizers. So we changed our identities made our own culture and people started indulging it and twisting our culture.
@@ezekielordazezekiel5780 it's me Mercedes from the Ford I took everyone to a Dodger game. Congratulations 🎊 on the voucher. I proud of you. This video randomly came on my feed and I saw you and I was like I know him!!
I lived in East LA in the 80s, and watching this video brought back memories! That very King Taco was a favorite spot after a Roosevelt football game! Back then, it was common to lose someone to drugs, alcohol or gang life. It was very inspiring to hear from the warriors who survived their ordeal and are now thriving! Praying for continued blessings for everyone in the video and to anyone with a similar story. Excellent video and message.
Im a Mexican American and I grew up in East LA/Boyle Heights. I love my neighborhood and I never forget where I came from. I have nothing but the upmost respect for these 3 men who took responsibility, changed their life around and are educating the younger generation. Very inteligente individuals. They make me proud of my people and my neighborhood. Thank you Peter for going back to my hood and exploring more to show the world this side of LA
Your not a Mexican. The brother with the tattoos on his face and head know you all are from the Israelite bible tribe of Issachar! 1 of the so called "Lost" tribes of the Biblical people. God is waking up his people again that he scattered all over the world 🙏🏾 REPENT and get right with Christ before there's still time.
I am a 74-year-old, Hispanic man no gangs, no drugs, and no hardships like these men but I really enjoyed this video. It was very informative and here in the men’s story is nice to let the younger generation know the life‘s got ups and downs for everybody.
Hello FG I totally agree with you. This was really educational and really eye opening what some people go through in life. When I look at these three men. bottom line is they're really a class act.These are persons I wpold have liked as friends.
“You can’t judge a book by its cover” Hard life lessons related as a revision of priorities to improve the culture. Each of these MEN honors the other, never stepping on the story of the other. Much respect 🙏
Been watching Peters clips and I have to say when he goes to the Mexican communities I notice that my people are well spoken and have positive things going on. Let’s keep that up and clean up our neighborhoods and raise our children with good values.
These oldschool deeproots Mexican-Americans are the types I grew up around as a white kid. Where I lived, it wasn't gangs and barrios, but orchards and hard labor. I learned as much from them as I did my own parents.
Always love your Chicano videos. Being from the LA area originally its such an integral part of the culture of the greater LA area and I never feel like any other media truly does it justice except for you.
From the Jewish community to the Amish community to now the Gang community, Peter is truly a Swiss Army knife of documenting different cultures. Hats off to him
media doesnt like us mexicans or anytning Mexican related . back then sailors would look for Chicanos in their Suits and try to kill them . even kids .. also ofc media wont like us ,, they stole our land and we know wassup! it wouldnt look good on Media if that conversation came up ..
Much respect and props to el veterano Ezekiel, Ernie, and Daniel for their achievements and for sharing their stories with real openness, honesty, and wisdom. I used to work in Boyle Heights with senior citizens as a social worker and it's interesting that I kept hearing "Maravilla" in this video, but the only thing I knew about Maravilla was that that was one of the low-cost senior housing facilities where I tried to get my clients housing: "Casa Maravilla." The gentlemen emphasized the importance of respect, and I understood that in my work with the seniors, 90% of whom were Chicano, Mexican Americans, and some from Central America. Every morning when I passed the seniors in the dining room having their breakfast, I made it a point to greet every one of them with "buenos dias" and a smile, shook hands with the gentlemen, and had brief conversations with all of them in their small social groups. They really enjoyed this and I think we both understood this as a sign of my respect for them as senior citizens, for me being an visit to their ELA neighborhood (although we lived near El Sereno and had many family friends from ELA from my late mother being a beloved teach at Eastman Ave. Elementary School for many years), which was genuine and I aspired to set a positive, upbeat tone for their and my day ahead. Great segment, Peter, and again thank yous and props to Ezekiel, Ernie, and Daniel, too. 🤜🤛 Lastly, when you visit Ezekiel for your t-shirt on Cesar Chavez Blvd., also go check out El Gallo bakery. They bake some of the best pan dulce, and so does La Fama around the corner on Ford Blvd.
This was one of the best videos I ever watched these guys were class act dudes you gotta respect true gentleman that changed their lives and stand by it for good
Ezekiel It was a pleasure knowing you and meeting you in 1993. You are a real OG and blessed. Much love and respect to you always, your sister in Christ, Rebecca (Becky) 🙏🏼❤.
@@bjaquez6 The Pleasure is mine, and you are a women of class yourself with so much to offer in these trying times we live in. God Bless you as well my good lady.
I am as guerro as they come. But, I grew up right in the middle of this in Salinas in the 80’s. Americans of Mexican descent are some of the proudest, most respectful people I have ever met. But if you cross them, watch out. What a lot of them lack in stature, they make up for in heart. Got my lip busted a time or 3 by someone who was 3-6 inches shorter than me. That being said, if they have your back, it’s to the bitter end. Great view of their life Peter. These guys are always a video I’ll watch more than once as I tend to learn just a little more each time. And congrats to all of them on their sobriety. Hell of a tough deal to stay sober when blues have gotten so damn cheap. It’s wild out there.
My best friend died last year from fake blues. Rest in peace He wasn't mexican or anything even tho I am I'm not affiliated with LA or Cali at all whatsoever but this comment just made me think about him. Like you said I had his back all the way to the very end
I love how you humanise people, especially those that were bad or look intimidating. With your interview techniques you show everyone has a heart no matter where they come from & in the end they are just trying to survive like the rest of us.
Ezekiel was very open about his faith and how it has helped him overcome his struggles with addiction. I would have loved to hear if faith is that important to the other two gentlemen. I'm not religious myself, but I love hearing stories about people turning their lives around. This whole video is actually very inspiring.
Peter, I don't know what kind of awards they give to people who do what you do. But you are very deserving of one. From the Amish to the Jewish to the Native American to the gang culture. You are bringing America together. Your videos should be required watching for high school students. Thank you Thank you.
I'm 59 I have no affiliation with any gang but grew up with and around Chicano culture. I have mad respect for MV..and the old neighborhoods. Love your work.
Just to let you know how global your videos are being watched. I’m from the Netherlands and I respect and appreciate the videos you make. It educates and informs the public about other cultures and the diversities in an authentic and non judgemental manner. Great work and keep it up ✔️
Calm down nobody cares about the Netherlands. The Netherlands could literally disappear into some other dimension and the world wouldn't even change or miss it
I love these guys from east L.A. seeing how they turned their lives around is an amazing story. You need to do a regular video with them a few times a year. Never gets old. They are filled with experience. Great job peter.
I agree. They are giving the tools you need to pull yourself out with the help of God to change your life. I'm 68, quit heroin in 1999. My heart goes out to all struggling addicts.
Im not sure if you’re still recording in East LA but you should do a video with Father Greg Boyle. He’s been helping the Boyle Heights/East LA community since the 80s. He’s helped so many youngsters get out of addiction and the gang life. Everyone loves him for what he’s done. You’ll learn so much from him
I absolutely love the Veterano's story! May God continue to bless his life for his service to Him! God Bless You, Peter! These videos are an incredible education that the public needs SO badly right now.
A lot of this East LA Chicano culture has migrated to West Texas. I live in Odessa. My next door neighbor is a Chicano, deep into the culture, head tattoos, lowrider and all. We respect each other a lot, and me being a single guy with no family, he's been very kind to me, inviting me over for parties and celebrations, etc. Genuinely a very good dude, but he's lived "the life" and is someone I'd never mess with. This is a great video, really shows the heart the Chicanos have.
Immediately I notice how Ezekiel carries himself, moreso than the threads. Head held up high, proud of who he is. No cockiness, lots of soul. Much respect.
I just recently found and subscribed to your channel Peter. But I gotta tell you man this was one seriously impressive video. I was so into listening to what these guys had to say. They were all intelligent, well spoken and just really good people. You can tell that they have been through their own personal hells but came out on the other side better people and better men for it. These are the kind of guys that need to be heard by more people. They know what to do to change their own lives and also people around them. I could hang out and listen to their stories all day. These guys with the experience they have need to be the kind of folks who are put into leadership roles. Or at least our leaders should take the wisdom they have to help change this whole country for the better. Just a great, great video for learning how to change and be a better person. Shout out to all three of these guys for sharing their lives with the rest of us. Best of luck and continued success to all three of you guys. Respect and Peace Homies
Damn learning about other Chicano gangs from LA county with my grandfather being from Compton flats and my pops being from Wilmas never followed there footsteps a lot of these older generations have so much knowledge about life really enjoy learning more and more
Of course you would judge them. The guys got a face tattoo and looks scary. It's a survival instinct. He's probably not going to be the one people approach on the street to ask for directions.
The oldest gentleman hit nail on head....having that strong foundation, working a program of recovery, helping others, spirituality...love this...Peter, I started following you when you were in the Appalachian area. Myself being from West Virginia it was so interesting. Then I followed you through the Navajo, Hopi, Lakota Indian tribes...and now in LA...u truly are a God send...we need unity!!! We need to care and love all people...for without it we cannot truly love God...who created all men/women equal...I love that you are so sincere, that you acknowledge all races....and being an recovering addict myself it's a blessing to hear others share their own experience, strength and hope. I have so much time on my hands...at 61, I only have 20% use of my heart...I now live in a one room high rise for past two years...hardest thing to do...cuz before I always lived in the country. I raised gardens, canned ...just a simple life...tho addiction was a problem off and on...the longest sobriety was 13 years, then 6, many 1 or 2 year spans... thankful to have 2 yrs now...but it's just so nice to travel with you...I feel like I know you....I love each video...we need more people sharing real life, not to exploit but to embrace that we all have struggles...I pray that God protects u and guides u...keeping it real from north central WV..☮️🙌🙏♥️✌️💯
Thank you to these men for sharing specifics about their addiction and their journeys in sobriety. It helps me as I struggle with my recovery, and it inspires me!
💪Yes! Their strength, honesty & taking of responsibility will help many people on same journey. You can do this mang & remember He is with us always. ✝️ 🤟
Be strong and love yourself as you are loved, you are meant for a Better Life!!!Believe in Yourself!!! Grab hold of the Strength YOU have deep inside And DON’T LET GO!!! REMEMBER You are here for a Reason!!! Use this example everyday to help yourself get through everyday so that your struggles are not so difficult to get through…. I am SO PROUD of YOU!!! Keep Reaching for the STARS!!! ⭐️ ❤🙏🏼🤟🫶❤
So refreshing to see these guys who have been through so much and to go through addiction but have taken responsibility for their decision and are trying to improve and kick their addiction. I also respect Peter so much for having the ability to let these men open up, these videos are a masterclass in human interaction and communication
These men have been through it all and came out stronger and wiser and yet they're so humble about it all. They were open and honest about the things they've experienced and I really appreciated that about these men. Their words of wisdom need to reach a lot of today's lost youth seeking out drugs to mask the issues in their lives. I have a clearer understanding of these people's culture and definitely have great respect for them.
I love how they respect their culture and elders. Respect is earned by trials and tribulations. Today’s younger generation could learn a lesson from these guys. Awesome video Peter. Thank you for sharing these videos with us.
That's the problem with Americans, black and white, they don't respect their culture. That's why ppl who are foreign to the land is that respect their elders and embrace their history, are becoming wealth in mind, body, and spirit.
Another great piece, Peter. Thanks for showing us a side of life many of us will never get close to seeing. Understanding, peace, and wellness to all. Cheers.
I was visiting that day when they started recording this wonderful interview... my first stop from all the way from Chicago was El Pino, that's where I saw El Veterano being interviewed by Peter... my Brother and Father who were with me.. got to meet and took pictures with Ernie and Daniel. Great Wonderful Chicanos... very Respectful and Welcoming. Much Success to you All. #OrgulloChicano 🇺🇲🇲🇽
As a former nurse who lost a ten year career due to addiction, I absolutely believe, understand and appreciate what these guys have to say about addiction.
Excellent interviews, thorough history of East LA and a true perspective from the actual residents of The Vario. I was entertained and at times i even shed some good tears. I would and will wathch this beautiful documentary with my Familia. Thank You for bringing the true Chicano Culture to the world. God Bless You G.
I’m glad that these men were able to get sober and better themselves. This was so great, Peter! I learn a lot about people/cultures through your videos. Love it! Keep up the good work! God Bless ❤
You're killing me, man. As I watch your videos, as the dude said in this one, the different cultures that you immerse yourself in, visit and shine the light for us to see and experience - the similarities rise to the top. Thank you.
I'm italian dude from the east coast but ive always been in love with socal culture and the optics of the LA area so im really loving this, thank you! And chindon to these guys who you spoke to, much love from the east coast!
Thank you for not cutting out the OG testimony, I teared up knowing that heaven will be beautiful with so many cultures and backgrounds. From.the Guttermost to the uttermost.
I lived in a largely Chicano community in LA for three years and can say, that despite the fact that there were indeed gangs and drugs and violence, I was always treated with respect and could see a basic goodness and decency in the people every day as I walked those streets. In subsequent years I spent a lot of time in Mexico and now understand where it comes from. I loved this video. You do excellent work.
If you indeed lied among la gente you would know most of them do NOT dress up or behave like this. I grew up in East LA and these guys are like the trash of society.
I never really knew what I was missing in the US til I took a long trip in Mexico. I got a feeling of respect, community and kindness that is very hard to find up here. We could stand to learn a thing or two from Mexican culture.
My Puerto Rican friends in Philly are protective in the same way when I've been with them for birthday parties or block parties. Two of them saved my life 10 years ago at an after hours club, after being locked in by staff thinking I was police because I said have a good night when leaving. Forever greatful to them both. Family for life. The one thing I love most about the Latino community is how much they value family. A birthday party would always have at least 30-50 people there. Much love.
Great respect to Ezekiel - what a name for a veterano. He saw his faith and managed to transform himself. A remarkable life and a legit stand up OG. May as many as possible have the chance to learn from him. Edit: I think all of the three are cool. But Ezekiel has walked the road the longest and seems to understand everything. I can imagine him to really be good for another 20 or 30 years.
When I close my eyes and listen to Daniels voice and hear my old friend Eddie's voice. They sound the same, Eddie was a tattoo artist too and lived a similar life in gangs and prison. He turned his life around and loved life and was a positive person. Such a great video Peter.
Wow! This was not only entertaining but it was also "Informative, Enlightening and Educational". At the taco stand, the chat about addiction and the various drugs. "Fentanyl" is a term I heard often in the news but I never knew what it was or how dangerous it is. These guys are all very in tune about life and living in the the Barrio. Well done video. I enjoyed the colorful view of the area!
Your videos are some of the best videos on culture I have ever seen. I crave this type of knowledge. To see and understand a place by its culture rather than just the landmarks is what is missing in most videos. Your style and content should be archived for the future. MORE, MORE, MORE.
@eddie mclaughlin yes. Many are so busy “blaming” and yelling instead of being still and quiet. Wisdom comes from listening and being silent to be able to actually “think” from the heart instead of the ego mind.
Very high-quality life lessons and very high-quality life content here. It's also crazy to hear that this is what this place is like one year later after the original video about the Chicano's and low riders came out. Very high-quality content here which is why we keep coming back, keep going, and keep it up!
I''m a black french man and I think this was the coolest episode man. These guys are just living the life they were given, I'll like to visit and chill for a day in a low rider. It will an expenence
I love your videos because they are so educational about groups of people we never learn anything about. I believe for every wrong in these lives there is a story just like Veterano told about his father. So happy he had a good closure with his father. The other two gentlemen have so much to offer because they have walked the walk. These are the people that should be educating others in life’s confusing walks. Not the ones that just learn from a book. I love Mexican people. They are good hearted, just don’t get on their bad side 🙃. Everyone wants to be respected not belittled. No one deserves that. Visiting Mexico, I walked the streets and always came across lovely people. It’s time to recognize their kind hearts instead of gossip. Thank you for your videos. From a Dominicana 🇩🇴
Peter, something about this episode was masterful. One of your best works. These guy's articulate stories made the episode. Been watching you since the middle east vids.
I’m so proud of these 3 gentleman , for having the strength & courage to change & stay clean ! may god bless their life’s , I’m so happy for them , very good interview ❤
@@MrLaloman18 get thrown into the shit they were thrown into, witness the things they likely witnessed, feel the abandonment, loneliness, fear, and then get a crippling addiction on top of it and lets see if you can come out the other side alive and free.
Thank you for the video! These Chicanos were very respectful to you. I'm glad to hear that they would let no harm come to you and make sure you wouldn't go into a barrio where it's not safe to be .They seem very humble. Thank you for being open and willing to learn about our culture. Those nachos looked 💣. I love me.some good nachos.😂 Especially with guacamole.mmmmm.
Man, it hit me hard when he was talking about being homeless but spending all his money on making sure his kids were good. I wish more people would realize even addicts are human and capable of being great people, even in the depths of their addiction. I have been clean since September 27th 2017 but even when I was using, I never stole a dime or did anything shady to support my habit. If I didn't have the money to get anything, I sat there and ate the withdrawals. There are addicts out there who don't lose their morals. And even the ones who do can be good people, if given the chance to be.
these guys are so much more genuine bad asses than the wannabe gangsters not giving a crap about life or their families. huge love to you always Peter for what you do, and same to the real voices of culture you interviewed here.
These guys have a lot in common with the Italian fellas here in Philly. Family oriented. Pride and respect for their neighborhood. You don’t see that in the more “urban” areas.
Peter, you meet the coolest people. That Ernie stole my heart. Love the sharing of life's truth's and showing that anyone can change their life, if they want to. Sweet guys 100%
Funny how Peter is asking how we can change the path of a lot of these kids .. he’s actually one of the great people helping wit these videos 😂 it’s so great to see his work and how the people show us of their culture… as many diverse cultures in this beautiful country and it’s so great to see how Peter spreads love to them all .. thanx bro
These guys are very smart. You can tell all they needed as kids was love and they ended up on drugs because they didn’t have that. I’m glad to hear god has been working in their lives!
Often it’s not about love, but more of a lack of a positive role model like a parent and/or other factors. Could be hanging out with the wrong friends, it could be just being easily impressionable, or maybe just being a bad student and making bad decisions.
Awesome show Peter…East Los Angeles the Core of Culture,Cultura…Thanks for shining lite..Marvelous & Ezekiel most respected for the History,wisdom they share amongst La Gente…💯🙏🏼
Damn! Peter is a damn good camera operator he follows the atmospheres sounds without taking the subject off screen, makes for incredible documentary footage!
Mucho respeto from Germany to the gang for taking us on a ride through the most iconic neighborhood in the world. It’s crazy that even I know el pino here in Germany, which Taylor Hackford immortalized in his movie. And it’s still standing! Blows my mind.
That guy who was homeless but still holding a job, getting cleaned up to look presentable for work , getting sober, renting a room to see his family in, spending every cent he had on his kids and letting them be kids and not know his struggles, is a real man. There’s many like him in our culture, that used to be what was expected of from a Father, a Husband, and an overall respectable man. He did the impossible to be a better man for his family. So proud of him and the others.
Nah, no true Heroin addict is paying for a hotel room on the weekend to hang with his kids. I would bet a thousand bucks the bald tattooed Mexican is absolutely still on opiates
Top of the crops! Thank you 🙏
It's an unfortunate case of prejudice capitalism everyone wants a good paying job and now they're gonna continue to hire robots in our years
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I can kind of relate to Daniel, I save what I can so when I get my kids from my ex we go stay in motels so they don't have to see that their father isn't a failure and is struggling to pay child support and his own bills and can't afford his own place to have them in on weekends. Last time I had them we ate ramen and cheap cereal all weekend because I couldn't make enough money to feed them proper meals. My kids are everything in my eyes, I think Daniel feels the same, he wants his kids to look up to him, not down on him.
I am the UPS driver in the maravilla neighborhood and let me tell you I feel like home . No one has ever threatened me and as a Chicano myself I feel very privileged to serve the area. I absolutely love east Los Angeles!.
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Ayy upser here too, a route in east la is the dream
@@2isceez Juice routes !
I delivered at estrada courts and all those neighborhoods. I was lucky but 3 driver's before me were jumped pistol whipped and robbed.
@@rubenquezada3830 stay safe out there. I can't speak for the Estrada courts but the Maravilla Colonias apartments are safe and filled with great people.
You have great people skills Peter, you share these peoples stories without being condescending and showing genuine interest, respect bro.
I love Ezekiel's story about his prayers answered and telling others about it. It's very powerful!
He is one of the most gracious host I have ever witnessed. No matter where he is, he is never judgmental, just reporting. May God bless this man and his family.
Definitely.
Also, notice everybody respects him as well. Respect and Violence are both universal languages. We have to pick which ones of those we speak and respond to.
When he talked about his dad tapping him on the shoulder brought tears to my eyes. He talks about still learning and growing and following God. What a powerful story. Mad mad mad respect to the OG. I’d love to meet this guy.
from skid row to hustler is big stepp,popsss
@@Hustla_ I didn’t know that
Me too! Ezekiel is sublime!
Same here. Made this 50-year-old man teary eyed.
… from the LA area , really enjoyed the story and subscribed. 😊🧥👔👞👓
My dad was from Lote Maravilla and is buried at Cavalry. Hearing this man talk about his life, his struggles and his recovery, the similarities are so crazy. Thank you for this video.
Another gang banger.
Get an Education.
It's CALVARY not Cavalry.
(El Calvario)
And of course, you don't know what it means either.....
I was born and raised in ELA , grew up in Lote Maravilla and I enjoyed your video brings back so many memories. Thank you
@@CarlosGee310 hey Men.so
It's Calvary not Cavalry.
and it's about CALACAS Not HORSES.
Tsssss! esta Gente......
@@alcast6403 shut up
These men were very respectable, humble, polite and with heart. Really appreciate their love of family.
Hi DORI U explained it really well. I think all three guys are really a class act!!
All the 3 gentlemen (Pete too) are well spoken, polite, dignified and clever. This is why one shouldn’t judge a good book by its cover.
Bad advice. I judge people with their head and face covered in gang tattoos and skulls. I wouldn't ask them to babysit or watch my laptop for a moment at a coffee shop while I use the restroom
Stop breaking the law, and we will all be OK.
@@WhatsDaveUpTo
No “advice” was given, only commented on what I saw. TBH, I would leave my iPad or iPhone while I go to the restroom, in fact I’d be fully confident in the presence of the 3 men who will intervene and NOT allow a street thug to steal my property.
Listen, our country is so so divided, the last thing we need is disunity especially with the ambitions of Putin (invading sovereign nations !) and xi of China will have a field day in a weakened USA.
@@WhatsDaveUpTo Same, though i would not presume them unintelligent, i'd definitely presume them dangerous, and that's kind of the point of the face tattoo's they're meant to be intimidating, it's not my fault, i'm merely recognising what he wanted to manifest out to the world, it matters how you present yourself, always will as long as we have eyes to see.
Sure once you get them talking you can somewhat get past all that a bit, but the first impressions last a long time
@@liquidsnake6879 Intelligent in street smarts way, sure. But I doubt they can offer any profound ideas on self reflection and self awareness. Or can come up with intelligent long term and short term goals that create real wealth. I have known people that came from rough areas. They avoided the gang life, avoided drugs, did excellent in school, did NOT tattoo skulls and gang symbols all over their face (essentially disfiguring and eliminating themselves from the job market) and ended up doing quite well for themselves, in a legal way. One of my Mexican friends, put himself through the aerospace engineering Ph.D program at Michigan University, all while learning English...on the fly! Now THAT'S intelligence! Today he travels the world giving lectures to students and other Ph.Ds on new and radical space propulsion systems. This guy took a real risk hanging out with these guys in known and active gang areas. But that's his job, producing risky youtube content, which, im sure pays him handsomely.
As someone who grew up and still lives in a small town in Scotland, footage like this and from other vloggers is invaluable. Corporate media will NEVER give you the truth... people willing to charge their camera and get in there, honestly to speak to people, you'll hear their genuine side of things. Can't possibly put a price on this kind of insight.
Im from Aberdeen Scotland and I love all his videos 🏴
Hope u visit the u.s
This is all for the camera. Come try living here with people like this. Gangs and criminality all over. You are very wrong
Well, this is la for you, the Hollywood la yk is like a small part of it😂
@@lisalep l love Scottish people ❤
I tuned in for the first time with "The man who has no legal identity" and have been binge watching ever since. This guy's talent is in bringing no judgments and letting the people tell their story. We live in a world where powerful people find it to their advantage to have us hating each other. These videos are the proof that we do not. Hatred will bear the fruit of hatred. Let's all try to understand. Peace from a 65 year old white guy who spent 27 years incarcerated.
💯 Truth! ✌🏼
The dude is top notch at interviewing people.
same!!
Me too
So often I've seen young minority people from privileged positions telling other people to "shut up and listen," before just going into a a diatribe about the person's failures in understanding, and failure to fix things, regardless of the standing of who they're talking to. It reaches nobody.
This is the guy who is actually shutting up and listening, letting people talk for themselves and not interjecting beyond the reasonable questions or misconceptions, and these groups welcome that entirely. I wish alt news like Vice still had these balls.
I’m a 51 yr old southern lady, born and raised in southeast Tennessee. I’ve never been in legal trouble or suffered from addiction issues. That being said, all my respect to these men for surviving in a tough environment, surrounded by their demons every day, but being strong enough to stay clean and trying to be a good example to the younger generations and helping to show them a better way.
I’m 39 russian in California, and I love Tennessee and Missouri )) And of course agree with your comment!
Good example? By acting gangster and dressing like it.
@@Purchaser. Yeah, these people are drug addicts, drug dealers, thieves and robbers. They all talk about respect and communities and shit like that, yeah right fuck them. What about respect for victims of their actions. They were the ones destroying and bringing down their communities from the inside. They are not much of a role model at all. They look proud saying all this shit they've done in the past and people are jerking them off in the comments. Lol
Im 77 , Icelandish i posses a bakery , nice tiddies etc i like long walks on the iceberg . ...the Vid is ok .
@@Purchaser.Boy, you don't get out much, do you? 😂❤
As a Native American, (Apache), and from San Bernardino, I lived right off of medical center drive, in the projects. I want to take the time to appreciate this mans story. You make me proud of being from Chicano background. And I am proud of you, for finding the good man you always had inside yourself. Mad love to you and yours, OG.
My story about recovery started in San Bernardino, The Rock church ,then the Way World outreach. Stood out there for 10 yrs..keep your head up and stay proud of where you came from..Bendiciones in Jesus name
@@ezekielordazezekiel5780 I’m proud of you, for the recovery. For showing yourself mercy, and finding the strength to overcome your trials and tribulations. The man you are today, is the same man that walked through the fire, because there was no way around. Bless you, my friend. Stay up🖤
How are you doing my Apache brother.
@@Scumcult666 Hello again. We might have crossed paths during my madness in S.B. also while attending the way recovery group. Bro.Robert Vega from the Way ministries became a good friend and part of my journey. Muchisimas Gracias
66 I totally agree well said!!
The Chicano culture is an integral part of American culture with a fascinating history. Being from the east coast, I love to see and learn from different people. These dudes are excellent ambassadors of their neighborhoods and people. Respect.
I find the US somewhat like the Roman Empire. Having been to the east coast (Boston and Virginia in particular) it’s worlds apart. Be we are all as American as apple pie. We all make up this cool fabric that is America.
Same here, its so interesting to see how much and many difference places everybody come from, the struggles are familiar.
Garbage
What you see in this video is not the Entire representation of Chicano culture! Chicano culture is very Diverse.
Chicano culture is not just East Los Angeles (low riders, gangs or poverty). For instance, Eva Langoria who earned a Master's degree in Chicano Studies refers herself as a Chicana and she is originally from Texas.💫
@@pinkworld9384 the Chicano culture is that. Pride in our world. Los Angeles is we’re the culture started amongst are people. This came from the Mexicans revolution war. Which we didn’t wanna be apart of any of the colonizers. So we changed our identities made our own culture and people started indulging it and twisting our culture.
This was great to watch. I had the pleasure of working with Ezekiel when I was a social worker in DTLA. Really nice guy very humble.
Hello Davina. Not at the Ford anymore. Got my voucher, in Boyle hts now. Love my new place
@@ezekielordazezekiel5780 it's me Mercedes from the Ford I took everyone to a Dodger game. Congratulations 🎊 on the voucher. I proud of you. This video randomly came on my feed and I saw you and I was like I know him!!
I lived in East LA in the 80s, and watching this video brought back memories! That very King Taco was a favorite spot after a Roosevelt football game!
Back then, it was common to lose someone to
drugs, alcohol or gang life. It was very inspiring to hear from the warriors who survived their ordeal and are now thriving!
Praying for continued blessings for everyone in the video and to anyone with a similar story. Excellent video and message.
Im a Mexican American and I grew up in East LA/Boyle Heights. I love my neighborhood and I never forget where I came from. I have nothing but the upmost respect for these 3 men who took responsibility, changed their life around and are educating the younger generation. Very inteligente individuals. They make me proud of my people and my neighborhood. Thank you Peter for going back to my hood and exploring more to show the world this side of LA
doyou respect X4
So your American 😂😂 🇺🇸 that’s it
Your not a Mexican. The brother with the tattoos on his face and head know you all are from the Israelite bible tribe of Issachar! 1 of the so called "Lost" tribes of the Biblical people. God is waking up his people again that he scattered all over the world 🙏🏾 REPENT and get right with Christ before there's still time.
thats right homie love seeing our neighborhood on YT
@@yesca4life2005 all love hermano. God bless
I am a 74-year-old, Hispanic man no gangs, no drugs, and no hardships like these men but I really enjoyed this video. It was very informative and here in the men’s story is nice to let the younger generation know the life‘s got ups and downs for everybody.
Hello FG I totally agree with you. This was really educational and really eye opening what some people go through in life. When I look at these three men. bottom line is they're really a class act.These are persons I wpold have liked as friends.
These stories are so emotional and impactful. I root for these guys so much. Look how far they’ve come. This is such great content.
“You can’t judge a book by its cover”
Hard life lessons related as a revision of priorities to improve the culture.
Each of these MEN honors the other, never stepping on the story of the other.
Much respect 🙏
I really like how they always show each other respect.
Ezekiel and I are about the same age …
I was also born and raised in MARAVILLA
Blood runs thick in these calles …
The Pride is real …
Good job Peter …
Been watching Peters clips and I have to say when he goes to the Mexican communities I notice that my people are well spoken and have positive things going on. Let’s keep that up and clean up our neighborhoods and raise our children with good values.
These oldschool deeproots Mexican-Americans are the types I grew up around as a white kid. Where I lived, it wasn't gangs and barrios, but orchards and hard labor. I learned as much from them as I did my own parents.
Always love your Chicano videos. Being from the LA area originally its such an integral part of the culture of the greater LA area and I never feel like any other media truly does it justice except for you.
but Kit Fisto is from Glee Anselm. Sorry SW nerd b4 Disney purchased lol. Agree with your comment tho 👍
From the Jewish community to the Amish community to now the Gang community, Peter is truly a Swiss Army knife of documenting different cultures. Hats off to him
media doesnt like us mexicans or anytning Mexican related . back then sailors would look for Chicanos in their Suits and try to kill them . even kids .. also ofc media wont like us ,, they stole our land and we know wassup! it wouldnt look good on Media if that conversation came up ..
Yes I’ve noticed the same thing, his channel is great
My God I’m impressed how eloquently these gentlemen explain themselves. Blown away!
As a Mexican American I am proud of the work you do Peter, your videos never fail.
Cheers, locos.
you got it man
Boooooooo!
Love the Chicano videos!
I see alot of similarities between mexicans and natives
Really glad you’re double dipping on the OG LA life, out of all the cultures you’ve visited this one I find super interesting.
Much respect and props to el veterano Ezekiel, Ernie, and Daniel for their achievements and for sharing their stories with real openness, honesty, and wisdom. I used to work in Boyle Heights with senior citizens as a social worker and it's interesting that I kept hearing "Maravilla" in this video, but the only thing I knew about Maravilla was that that was one of the low-cost senior housing facilities where I tried to get my clients housing: "Casa Maravilla."
The gentlemen emphasized the importance of respect, and I understood that in my work with the seniors, 90% of whom were Chicano, Mexican Americans, and some from Central America. Every morning when I passed the seniors in the dining room having their breakfast, I made it a point to greet every one of them with "buenos dias" and a smile, shook hands with the gentlemen, and had brief conversations with all of them in their small social groups. They really enjoyed this and I think we both understood this as a sign of my respect for them as senior citizens, for me being an visit to their ELA neighborhood (although we lived near El Sereno and had many family friends from ELA from my late mother being a beloved teach at Eastman Ave. Elementary School for many years), which was genuine and I aspired to set a positive, upbeat tone for their and my day ahead.
Great segment, Peter, and again thank yous and props to Ezekiel, Ernie, and Daniel, too. 🤜🤛
Lastly, when you visit Ezekiel for your t-shirt on Cesar Chavez Blvd., also go check out El Gallo bakery. They bake some of the best pan dulce, and so does La Fama around the corner on Ford Blvd.
This was one of the best videos I ever watched these guys were class act dudes you gotta respect true gentleman that changed their lives and stand by it for good
Speaking on drug abuse and the cycle is important
Peter, you are a gifted cultural historian and ethnographer; a true ambassador of goodwill. Thank you.
✓^^✓ whatever he said.
yeah man seriously, Peter is a legend
Right. He is like an Ethnographer. I like his video because it has Anthropology's sense in his contents.
There’s a bunch of hood vlogs out their what makes him gifted
100%, I agree!!
Man I love that these guys made it through all the pain and struggles .. God be with you guys
These videos are a gem, hope they stay on the internet forever.
Thx Devils.
Ezekiel It was a pleasure knowing you and meeting you in 1993. You are a real OG and blessed. Much love and respect to you always, your sister in Christ, Rebecca (Becky) 🙏🏼❤.
@@bjaquez6 The Pleasure is mine, and you are a women of class yourself with so much to offer in these trying times we live in. God Bless you as well my good lady.
much respect for el Veterano, what a story. and much respect to Peter for creating and sharing these
🤔
I am as guerro as they come. But, I grew up right in the middle of this in Salinas in the 80’s. Americans of Mexican descent are some of the proudest, most respectful people I have ever met. But if you cross them, watch out. What a lot of them lack in stature, they make up for in heart. Got my lip busted a time or 3 by someone who was 3-6 inches shorter than me. That being said, if they have your back, it’s to the bitter end. Great view of their life Peter. These guys are always a video I’ll watch more than once as I tend to learn just a little more each time. And congrats to all of them on their sobriety. Hell of a tough deal to stay sober when blues have gotten so damn cheap. It’s wild out there.
My best friend died last year from fake blues. Rest in peace
He wasn't mexican or anything even tho I am I'm not affiliated with LA or Cali at all whatsoever but this comment just made me think about him. Like you said I had his back all the way to the very end
@Speedster 189 RIP to your homie 🙏 ..those blues are getting everyone..
Even with everything bad Salinas has, I still love this city and the person it made me.. we’re a different breed
What up bro, same here. Now i moved out to texas with fam and kids. salinas is getting wild
I love how you humanise people, especially those that were bad or look intimidating.
With your interview techniques you show everyone has a heart no matter where they come from & in the end they are just trying to survive like the rest of us.
Ezekiel was very open about his faith and how it has helped him overcome his struggles with addiction. I would have loved to hear if faith is that important to the other two gentlemen. I'm not religious myself, but I love hearing stories about people turning their lives around. This whole video is actually very inspiring.
I'm sure it is. Latinos are very religious. Most are Catholic.
Peter, I don't know what kind of awards they give to people who do what you do. But you are very deserving of one. From the Amish to the Jewish to the Native American to the gang culture. You are bringing America together. Your videos should be required watching for high school students. Thank you Thank you.
Cool perspective, really hope it stays that way
That man is the real deal. Mad respect to him. The fact he took responsibility for his own actions shows his real character. 👍
EXACTLY!!! DEFINITION OF A REAL MF G (EAZY E’z TRACK) 💯💯💯💯🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝
Lol that makes everything all right. Pretty disgusting that these people still roam our streets.
@@Makeit996 what do u mean s.l.
@@Makeit996 are you a hater?
They are the greatest apologists
I'm 59
I have no affiliation with any gang but grew up with and around Chicano culture. I have mad respect for MV..and the old neighborhoods. Love your work.
@adam ...not sure what you are saying.
Very impressed with these guys and the path they've chosen for themselves. Mad respect fellas!
Just to let you know how global your videos are being watched. I’m from the Netherlands and I respect and appreciate the videos you make. It educates and informs the public about other cultures and the diversities in an authentic and non judgemental manner. Great work and keep it up ✔️
Shout out to the Netherlands 👍
Calm down nobody cares about the Netherlands. The Netherlands could literally disappear into some other dimension and the world wouldn't even change or miss it
👋🏻 Also watching from the Netherlands here! Love his channel
I'm from Romania , great content indeed , there's nobody that watch him and say is not quality
Ireland over here.
I love these guys from east L.A. seeing how they turned their lives around is an amazing story. You need to do a regular video with them a few times a year. Never gets old. They are filled with experience. Great job peter.
I agree. They are giving the tools you need to pull yourself out with the help of God to change your life. I'm 68, quit heroin in 1999. My heart goes out to all struggling addicts.
Im not sure if you’re still recording in East LA but you should do a video with Father Greg Boyle. He’s been helping the Boyle Heights/East LA community since the 80s. He’s helped so many youngsters get out of addiction and the gang life. Everyone loves him for what he’s done. You’ll learn so much from him
Great idea!
You might find him in east la white memorial hospital
35:13 - 35:40 Those are truly some words to live by.
Those 4 have great chemistry. I hope they have more content together in the future.
I absolutely love the Veterano's story! May God continue to bless his life for his service to Him! God Bless You, Peter! These videos are an incredible education that the public needs SO badly right now.
Why did we need it so badly? I'm super content in my gated community in a wealthy neighborhood with my own race and culture.
@@meazy451😂🎉
A lot of this East LA Chicano culture has migrated to West Texas. I live in Odessa. My next door neighbor is a Chicano, deep into the culture, head tattoos, lowrider and all. We respect each other a lot, and me being a single guy with no family, he's been very kind to me, inviting me over for parties and celebrations, etc. Genuinely a very good dude, but he's lived "the life" and is someone I'd never mess with. This is a great video, really shows the heart the Chicanos have.
It originated In chuco town, west Texas elpaso.
@RodolfoDelgado-uo6nm No it didn't. Not even close. You probably don't even know what it actually meant before it was reclaimed. Without Google.
@@RodolfoDelgado-uo6nm this is definitely not pachuco style 😅
Simon , i moved from East Los to Crane . Mexican Americans there . Tex Mex .
Immediately I notice how Ezekiel carries himself, moreso than the threads. Head held up high, proud of who he is. No cockiness, lots of soul. Much respect.
I just recently found and subscribed to your channel Peter. But I gotta tell you man this was one seriously impressive video. I was so into listening to what these guys had to say. They were all intelligent, well spoken and just really good people. You can tell that they have been through their own personal hells but came out on the other side better people and better men for it. These are the kind of guys that need to be heard by more people. They know what to do to change their own lives and also people around them. I could hang out and listen to their stories all day. These guys with the experience they have need to be the kind of folks who are put into leadership roles. Or at least our leaders should take the wisdom they have to help change this whole country for the better. Just a great, great video for learning how to change and be a better person. Shout out to all three of these guys for sharing their lives with the rest of us. Best of luck and continued success to all three of you guys. Respect and Peace Homies
Damn learning about other Chicano gangs from LA county with my grandfather being from Compton flats and my pops being from Wilmas never followed there footsteps a lot of these older generations have so much knowledge about life really enjoy learning more and more
If you met these guys on the street, you'd definitely judge them differently. Every man has a story and thanks Peter for taking us here.
This is what I love about these videos. There was so much more wisdom here than I was initially expecting. That's my own ignorance.
And it would be a valid judgement. They are all former druggies and life long criminals. Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future
Of course you would judge them. The guys got a face tattoo and looks scary. It's a survival instinct. He's probably not going to be the one people approach on the street to ask for directions.
It’s not judgement :) it’s acknowledging what that person intended to showcase
No shit… judge properly..
what ive noticed from videos like this is that 90% of the time people like this are so well spoken and seem so genuine
The oldest gentleman hit nail on head....having that strong foundation, working a program of recovery, helping others, spirituality...love this...Peter, I started following you when you were in the Appalachian area. Myself being from West Virginia it was so interesting. Then I followed you through the Navajo, Hopi, Lakota Indian tribes...and now in LA...u truly are a God send...we need unity!!! We need to care and love all people...for without it we cannot truly love God...who created all men/women equal...I love that you are so sincere, that you acknowledge all races....and being an recovering addict myself it's a blessing to hear others share their own experience, strength and hope.
I have so much time on my hands...at 61, I only have 20% use of my heart...I now live in a one room high rise for past two years...hardest thing to do...cuz before I always lived in the country. I raised gardens, canned ...just a simple life...tho addiction was a problem off and on...the longest sobriety was 13 years, then 6, many 1 or 2 year spans... thankful to have 2 yrs now...but it's just so nice to travel with you...I feel like I know you....I love each video...we need more people sharing real life, not to exploit but to embrace that we all have struggles...I pray that God protects u and guides u...keeping it real from north central WV..☮️🙌🙏♥️✌️💯
Glad you enjoyed, wishing you the best in your recovery..
Yess , Amen
God bless you. Please take care of yourself.
Thank you to these men for sharing specifics about their addiction and their journeys in sobriety. It helps me as I struggle with my recovery, and it inspires me!
💪Yes! Their strength, honesty & taking of responsibility will help many people on same journey. You can do this mang & remember He is with us always. ✝️ 🤟
its bigger then their addictions ..
This isn't a video about addictions. If that's all you see in these men or this video your sorta an asshole.
Be strong and love yourself as you are loved, you are meant for a Better Life!!!Believe in Yourself!!! Grab hold of the Strength YOU have deep inside And DON’T LET GO!!! REMEMBER You are here for a Reason!!! Use this example everyday to help yourself get through everyday so that your struggles are not so difficult to get through…. I am SO PROUD of YOU!!! Keep Reaching for the STARS!!! ⭐️ ❤🙏🏼🤟🫶❤
So refreshing to see these guys who have been through so much and to go through addiction but have taken responsibility for their decision and are trying to improve and kick their addiction. I also respect Peter so much for having the ability to let these men open up, these videos are a masterclass in human interaction and communication
Peter is always the best at what he does. May he continue to inspire more people along the way.
Not with these idiots these idiots bring his NM and video to a new low sad 😞
These men have been through it all and came out stronger and wiser and yet they're so humble about it all. They were open and honest about the things they've experienced and I really appreciated that about these men. Their words of wisdom need to reach a lot of today's lost youth seeking out drugs to mask the issues in their lives. I have a clearer understanding of these people's culture and definitely have great respect for them.
Ezekiel is the man. Great to see Ernie and Daniel again. That whole east la/Chicano series was one of my favourites
I love how they respect their culture and elders. Respect is earned by trials and tribulations. Today’s younger generation could learn a lesson from these guys. Awesome video Peter. Thank you for sharing these videos with us.
That's the problem with Americans, black and white, they don't respect their culture. That's why ppl who are foreign to the land is that respect their elders and embrace their history, are becoming wealth in mind, body, and spirit.
Another great piece, Peter. Thanks for showing us a side of life many of us will never get close to seeing. Understanding, peace, and wellness to all. Cheers.
Very proud of all three of these men, praying for their continued success and sobriety. Peace and love.
I was visiting that day when they started recording this wonderful interview... my first stop from all the way from Chicago was El Pino, that's where I saw El Veterano being interviewed by Peter... my Brother and Father who were with me.. got to meet and took pictures with Ernie and Daniel. Great Wonderful Chicanos... very Respectful and Welcoming. Much Success to you All. #OrgulloChicano 🇺🇲🇲🇽
Ezekiel is literally a miracle, talking recovery in his 60s after living the life he did. I know way more about addiction than I ever wanted to.
Same. Going through that hell as a young man is bad enough but in your 60’s? Much harder. Proof that you should never give up
As a former nurse who lost a ten year career due to addiction, I absolutely believe, understand and appreciate what these guys have to say about addiction.
Opiates huh? Me too. It’s a rough addiction but one that can be overcome. I hope you’re there
Can nurses smoke weed?
@@the1nonlyLopez no
sorry 2 hear you lost ur RN degree- AA NA are free
+100 honesty
Excellent interviews, thorough history of East LA and a true perspective from the actual residents of The Vario. I was entertained and at times i even shed some good tears. I would and will wathch this beautiful documentary with my Familia. Thank You for bringing the true Chicano Culture to the world. God Bless You G.
Danny is such a special soul.. I always enjoy listening to him speak. Be safe out there fellas
I’m glad that these men were able to get sober and better themselves. This was so great, Peter! I learn a lot about people/cultures through your videos. Love it! Keep up the good work! God Bless ❤
You're killing me, man. As I watch your videos, as the dude said in this one, the different cultures that you immerse yourself in, visit and shine the light for us to see and experience - the similarities rise to the top. Thank you.
I've been through some stuff, but what they're saying about addiction? 100% real. I have enormous respect for these guys. They're the real deal.
As a former addict, I can relate to everything Ezekiel is saying. Absolutely 100% true. And please do more videos with Daniel and Ernie please.
What do you do about restless leg syndrome?
@bc6967 think magnesium can help
I'm italian dude from the east coast but ive always been in love with socal culture and the optics of the LA area so im really loving this, thank you!
And chindon to these guys who you spoke to, much love from the east coast!
Thank you for not cutting out the OG testimony, I teared up knowing that heaven will be beautiful with so many cultures and backgrounds. From.the Guttermost to the uttermost.
I lived in a largely Chicano community in LA for three years and can say, that despite the fact that there were indeed gangs and drugs and violence, I was always treated with respect and could see a basic goodness and decency in the people every day as I walked those streets.
In subsequent years I spent a lot of time in Mexico and now understand where it comes from.
I loved this video. You do excellent work.
If you indeed lied among la gente you would know most of them do NOT dress up or behave like this. I grew up in East LA and these guys are like the trash of society.
I never really knew what I was missing in the US til I took a long trip in Mexico. I got a feeling of respect, community and kindness that is very hard to find up here. We could stand to learn a thing or two from Mexican culture.
We are all about respect....until you disrespect us....🇲🇽🇲🇽
@@dustman96 ✊🏽✊🏽
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My Puerto Rican friends in Philly are protective in the same way when I've been with them for birthday parties or block parties. Two of them saved my life 10 years ago at an after hours club, after being locked in by staff thinking I was police because I said have a good night when leaving. Forever greatful to them both. Family for life.
The one thing I love most about the Latino community is how much they value family. A birthday party would always have at least 30-50 people there. Much love.
My Chinese friends are the same way
Great respect to Ezekiel - what a name for a veterano. He saw his faith and managed to transform himself. A remarkable life and a legit stand up OG. May as many as possible have the chance to learn from him.
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I think all of the three are cool. But Ezekiel has walked the road the longest and seems to understand everything. I can imagine him to really be good for another 20 or 30 years.
I met the older gentleman at lupes getting burritos, It was nice talking to him he was very informative.
Dayum chocolate you into Mexicans?
When I close my eyes and listen to Daniels voice and hear my old friend Eddie's voice. They sound the same, Eddie was a tattoo artist too and lived a similar life in gangs and prison. He turned his life around and loved life and was a positive person. Such a great video Peter.
Wow! This was not only entertaining but it was also "Informative, Enlightening and Educational". At the taco stand, the chat
about addiction and the various drugs. "Fentanyl" is a term I heard often in the news but I never knew what it was or how dangerous
it is. These guys are all very in tune about life and living in the the Barrio. Well done video. I enjoyed the colorful view of the area!
Shout out to these men who conduct there selfs like professionals.. got my utmost respect and salute to them and all there’s ..
Im from Chi-Town...All you Brothers are a true inspiration. Very proud of you men. Keep up Gods work and God bless all of you.
What an amazing 64 yr young man. What an inspiration for so many ppl struggling with addiction and just trying to get thru life.
That's Not inspiration.
Being a low life all your life is nothing to brag about.
Man, OG has been through it. I love how real he is & how his words are very thoughtful.
Your videos are some of the best videos on culture I have ever seen. I crave this type of knowledge. To see and understand a place by its culture rather than just the landmarks is what is missing in most videos. Your style and content should be archived for the future. MORE, MORE, MORE.
I like this, 3 guys who have done bad things but are not bad people. They have a program of recovery from addiction in their lives and it shows.
Mad respect. At the end of the day, it’s a personal choice. Your life, your story. Well said Mr. Veterano
@eddie mclaughlin yes. Many are so busy “blaming” and yelling instead of being still and quiet. Wisdom comes from listening and being silent to be able to actually “think” from the heart instead of the ego mind.
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Being a criminal harms other people though, so no.
Very high-quality life lessons and very high-quality life content here. It's also crazy to hear that this is what this place is like one year later after the original video about the Chicano's and low riders came out. Very high-quality content here which is why we keep coming back, keep going, and keep it up!
I''m a black french man and I think this was the coolest episode man. These guys are just living the life they were given, I'll like to visit and chill for a day in a low rider. It will an expenence
They don’t like black people bro lol
I love black French men you guys have the tightest bum holes 🕳️
I will take you if you take me on trip in rolls royce for gelato
you are not french
I love your videos because they are so educational about groups of people we never learn anything about. I believe for every wrong in these lives there is a story just like Veterano told about his father. So happy he had a good closure with his father. The other two gentlemen have so much to offer because they have walked the walk. These are the people that should be educating others in life’s confusing walks. Not the ones that just learn from a book. I love Mexican people. They are good hearted, just don’t get on their bad side 🙃. Everyone wants to be respected not belittled. No one deserves that. Visiting Mexico, I walked the streets and always came across lovely people. It’s time to recognize their kind hearts instead of gossip. Thank you for your videos. From a Dominicana 🇩🇴
I'm 64 thank you for being respectful and bringing a good light to the people of LA I was born in bellflower but now in New Mexico
Peter, something about this episode was masterful. One of your best works. These guy's articulate stories made the episode. Been watching you since the middle east vids.
I’m so proud of these 3 gentleman , for having the strength & courage to change & stay clean ! may god bless their life’s , I’m so happy for them , very good interview ❤
Indeed…..
Yup, took them 30 to 40 yrs to finally mature and realized how much of a fphkups they were!
@@MrLaloman18 get thrown into the shit they were thrown into, witness the things they likely witnessed, feel the abandonment, loneliness, fear, and then get a crippling addiction on top of it and lets see if you can come out the other side alive and free.
Thank you for the video! These Chicanos were very respectful to you. I'm glad to hear that they would let no harm come to you and make sure you wouldn't go into a barrio where it's not safe to be .They seem very humble. Thank you for being open and willing to learn about our culture. Those nachos looked 💣. I love me.some good nachos.😂 Especially with guacamole.mmmmm.
Man, it hit me hard when he was talking about being homeless but spending all his money on making sure his kids were good. I wish more people would realize even addicts are human and capable of being great people, even in the depths of their addiction. I have been clean since September 27th 2017 but even when I was using, I never stole a dime or did anything shady to support my habit. If I didn't have the money to get anything, I sat there and ate the withdrawals. There are addicts out there who don't lose their morals. And even the ones who do can be good people, if given the chance to be.
You know damn well he’s wasn’t spending no money on his kids. Jesus you people are oblivious.
Man…. Seeing so many addicts getting and remaining clean is just what I need. Thanks for your service ♥️
these guys are so much more genuine bad asses than the wannabe gangsters not giving a crap about life or their families. huge love to you always Peter for what you do, and same to the real voices of culture you interviewed here.
I keep trying to tell the youngsters who are trying to be all hard, that's not what a true og is all about, or how they act.
These guys have a lot in common with the Italian fellas here in Philly. Family oriented. Pride and respect for their neighborhood. You don’t see that in the more “urban” areas.
Peter, you meet the coolest people. That Ernie stole my heart. Love the sharing of life's truth's and showing that anyone can change their life, if they want to. Sweet guys 100%
Funny how Peter is asking how we can change the path of a lot of these kids .. he’s actually one of the great people helping wit these videos 😂 it’s so great to see his work and how the people show us of their culture… as many diverse cultures in this beautiful country and it’s so great to see how Peter spreads love to them all .. thanx bro
These guys are very smart. You can tell all they needed as kids was love and they ended up on drugs because they didn’t have that. I’m glad to hear god has been working in their lives!
That's not how drugs always works
doubt lack of love is what gets people on drugs mate
This is an ignorant statement.
Often it’s not about love, but more of a lack of a positive role model like a parent and/or other factors. Could be hanging out with the wrong friends, it could be just being easily impressionable, or maybe just being a bad student and making bad decisions.
Leave your delusions out of it
Awesome show Peter…East Los Angeles the Core of Culture,Cultura…Thanks for shining lite..Marvelous & Ezekiel most respected for the History,wisdom they share amongst La Gente…💯🙏🏼
Damn! Peter is a damn good camera operator he follows the atmospheres sounds without taking the subject off screen, makes for incredible documentary footage!
Mucho respeto from Germany to the gang for taking us on a ride through the most iconic neighborhood in the world. It’s crazy that even I know el pino here in Germany, which Taylor Hackford immortalized in his movie. And it’s still standing! Blows my mind.
Not really, In Ca mature trees over bout 1 meter, have to get a permit to cut down.
Blood in Blood Out 👍 great movie! Is that movie famous in Germany?
Heard a rumor of MARAVILLA in Germany is this true ?
@@Ordell-L-Jackson yeahh lol im from cali tho
Sesame street the word of the day RESPETO neta???