I am grateful to Trevor Noah for giving a longer more detailed interview of Mariska Hargitay's project, really listening and letting her string a few sentences together, uninterrupted. Now the interviewers seem to constantly interrupt and have the attention spans of guppies. Here we actually learned a very great deal about sexual abuse, law enforcement policies that do not respect victim rights (yet again), and the laxism about rapists that is really pervasive. And this is a worldwide problem, not just an American, sadly.
Sometimes I wonder whether it takes someone who was forced to take a backseat in life for so long (growing up during Apartheid in africa as a mixed boy) to learn basic human qualities such as listening. This me-me-me-problem is also a structural thing!
Completely agree. He asked questions and made thoughtful observations, but for the most part he just let her talk, intelligently, eloquently, informed, about a very important subject. Kudos to them both.
@ WOW! This is AMAZING and exactly what we think of you and your group of TRUMPTARDS! Go read a book, Get educated and stop believing what you're told, READ for yourself!! 😱 😠
Daily Show. You're interviewing people with something to SAY, instead of people who ONLY have something to SELL. And Trevor does is impeccably and with eternal charm. Thank you. / Stockholm, Sweden
lawrence omang only because i understand why he is popular and because i watched jon stewart for 10 years and never did jon say something as scary as trevor did to me...my little brother is very young and i don't want all this hate and sin from the past punishing him when he is older when he is good person..everything i typed he said..its his fault he was so vague and said white people were never punished and as far left as i always was I've become scared of the hate i see in comment sections and on tv towards white people...that's not cool and I should be allowed to say it without being shadowbanned or otherwise. I am out of guilt for being white were born equal and its okay for me to say based off of what trevor in that video said that it was racist and against freedom of speech..not all words are great but the words we say on such a small scale between you and cops on the road shouldn't land you in jail for 3 years i don't care where you are thats all i said...why is there a list of words punishable by a sentence in jail because my skin color alone,because of actions of others in the past as if people that were black in the past never did horrible things..there's more to history than 500 years, much more.
lawrence omang its also worth mentioning that ive hated donald trump since he started running...but he has dragged the bar so low that im not even allowed to say im liberal
It's not really surprising. That's what fiction does for people: it gives them a way to think about the world while not having the limitations of reality immediately shoved in their face.
What an amazing woman she is. She didn't have to take any responsibility for these letters she was getting, but she turned it into a calling. I've been watching SUV from the beginning and I think her character is important in helping change the stigma around sexual assault victims. Thank you for letting her speak to such depth in this interview.
What are her sources of her statistics. How even know Rape I the most under reported crime if it's under reported. Therpy. .so Can't look for details because she would have to relive The trauma. So go therpy to relive the trauma
You can see her passion for this project, how she struggles not to breakdown at times. Kudos for Trevor for allowing her to express herself and get all this information out there.
Well they're worried about drugs in general cuz it has destabilized an entire continent along with several pockets/regions/countries across the planet. They're worried because it's the number one economic resource terrorist groups, cartels, Mafioso etc. Have. But yeah the government is the problem, not dipshits like all of you who want to be cool and *420 blaze it bruv* or *expand your mind - GOD I'M SOO WOKE* who are the ones who demand it... For fucks sake go to uni and stop being so fucking dense.
Mariska Hargitay is just an amazing human. She's probably done more for victim's rights through her role on a TV show than anyone could've fathomed a character could do which shows just how impactful a character can be for someone looking for that connection and relatability. You're so awesome Mariska!
Totally agree. She is amazing and also plays the character so seriously that a lot of fans could speach about the situations they have been through! And also she encouraged and did something about that. Thank you!
Whether this person has seen the show or not, the point he/she made is important and so very, very true. We need to use that money for much more important things. Such as clearing up this backlog of rape kitsch. I was one of the lucky ones. My rapist was caught the same day. And he plead guilty so I was not forced to confront him in court. Though at that time the sentence for sexual assault was ridiculously short, he received only 9 years and 3 of those was because he used a gun.
I try not to idealize and idolize celebrities, because they’re just people and it’s unrealistic and unfair to hold them to a higher standard than everyone else. But then I see Mariska Hargitay and she breaks my heart every time, she’s got such a good heart and she walks the walk.
Mariska Hargitay is my all time favorite actress and Law and Order: SVU is my all time favorite show. She is so beautiful inside and out. She is an amazing humanitarian and so incredibly talented. TY for having her on Trevor!
You know the Creature of law&Order SVU was a prosecutor on Centeral Park 5and can Mariska sight the sources give statistics. And false Rape accussations are rare.
Thank you, Trevor. You listen and let people finish their sentences. It's a remarkable thing to see, these days. Thank you for teaching us what communication actually *is*.
This is so good. I applaud each victim who was brave enough to come forth. I was a child when it happened to me. I couldn’t tell my story openly for about 15 years.
My partner was a victim at a young age, his spirit and strength to not only survive but to flourish into a loving and compassionate person is a beautiful thing. It’s one of the reasons I love him so much. Many of us are survivors of something, it is an act of grace that we should heal and be brave enough to reach out into the community. Thank for sharing your story.
@@BirdLadySpeaks good for you. I was an adult when it happened to me. I can imagine how hard it would be to be a child. I reported it immediately and the man was in custody before noon that same day. I was very lucky.
Bill Cosby's re-trial started this week. Some people heal the world, some wound it. Mariska Hargity is a healer and a beautiful person. We need more like her. #MeToo
Crystal Pope you mean the the 2nd attempt to lynch Bill Cosby stated this week. There’s no rape kits involved in his case just women caught lying under oath
We did not have any support system in the past, but we have some grass routes supporting groups now. I am sure it will happen in India. It might take long time, but as Ms. Hargitay says, "Never give up!".
This is so enraging! For a victim to go through this horrible horrific experience of the test and then.. nothing. Makes you think how many *don’t* even report it because they know nothing will happen.. definitely larger than what we’ve previously suspected.
earth ocean one would think so, out of shame and trauma.. but when the victim knows that even if they collect the courage to report, nothing will happen.... I can only imagine how much worse things are in reality. If it’s not 1/3 women, Is it 1/2? Is 3/4?
This number (or should I say these numbers) are based on surveys and studies, not police reports, which definitely would underestimate the real number. The studies ask a representative part of the population and then extrapolate. These studies may not be completely reliable either. For some stigma or shame would make it hard to admit abuse or assault even to a researcher.
+jaxvoice: I remember when people first started talking publicly about girls who were raped by a family member (I think the word incest doesn’t adequately convey the horror of what the raped person goes through, so I never use it) I wanted to shut myself up in a closet somewhere and never come out. I was so ashamed about having been sexually assaulted by my stepfather that I lived in horror that people would find out and then hate me forever. It took at least a decade and a lot of therapy before I stopped being compelled to hide this from myself, and even longer before I could tell people I loved. So you’re spot-on when you say that stigma and shame is why so many do not come forward. The brutality of it never really goes away...you just have to find a way to make peace with yourself, to forgive yourself and-it you’re really lucky-come to see it was never your fault.
after my assault i ended up back living with and eventually taking care of my father. I was pretty messed up and he was trying to understand what i was agoing through. He started watching this show and it helped him to help me.
GIIIRRRLL im glad at least one person understands what your going through. i wish you all the best you have survived and now you will survive your recovery, however long it is x
Wherever you are in your journey now, I just want to send you a wish for your total healing and your highest good. Nothing in this world is strong enough to diminish the beauty of your soul.
She takes this role soooo seriously! Knowing how much thought, feeling and research she has put into the SVU role on and off screen is a remarkable show of passion for victims. She deserves every award she has and more. She is a beautiful person inside and out and so glad to see this interview taken so seriously. Trevor is so much more than a comedian, he's intelligent and really does his homework and listens to his guests. One of the best hosts out there!
Watching this I felt at times that I was seeing Olivia Benson and that amazes me in seeing how much of herself Mariska puts into her character, and also seeing how with her character she decides to do so much good. She's the best ✨
PyroJohn19 Fans if sexual assault...? Or rapists, I guess... Or those who dislike the rapists and are dumb enough to dislike the video to show disapproval of the contents, rather than liking the exposure of the content because they misunderstand how 'liking' works...?
Such a sad way that women are treated all over the world. Perpetrators start this behavior at a very, very early age. Believe me I have been on the receiving end of that behavior in elementary school. Then high school, at work, etc. Folks need to keep eyes on their children. Good show though.
Stereotypical J Cole Fan the only reason the child sexual abusers is because they were abused themselves and they re-enact the abuse on other children because in their mind they are trying to make sense of the abuse. So stop blaming kids. Blame the adult rapist. They know better from right and wrong and a child doesn't.
Stereotypical J Cole Fan its ignorant to blame kids of sexual abuse on other kids,yes there are child abusers but always state why there are. The only reason there's child abusers is because of pedophiles and/or abusive family members that abuses them. No child does any of that behavior without being taught by someone.
Slow down, Cole Fan didn't say we should blame the child sexual abusers. They said we should talk about it more because it's something many don't know about, and they're right.
Tyiff Pejic cole fan Stated that there are Child Abusers abusing children( which is true, but also left out why its true). The wording in their comment made it seem like their soley blaming child abusers. I hate that, because people get mad at that child not the person who taught them that behavior.
Oh, yeah, I can see how that looks now. You're right it's not enough to just alert people to a problem, but also to clarify the intricacies of it so we don't oversimplify. Thanks for clarifying
Interesting... I have friends who have been victims of sexual assault, but I rarely know about it until they find out that other friends have talked to me about it. Once they find out that others have been OK talking to me about it, and that I never judge them negatively for it and keep their identities private, more are able to open up and actually have someone to talk to about it. It's tragic that there's such a severe stigma on it that victims feel they can't even tell close friends about it... =( And even more tragic that there are actually people out there who would blame or judge victims...!
Michael Berthelsen most times they have been telling you for years. I've seen that happen by my own recollection of those who had a problem and noticing their actions. You have to be observant. I'm 33. Most of the women I came in contact with are strangers. I've had more fuck buddies than relationships and more just friends. But over 90% of women have been able to speak to me. And I'm not this WHITE KNIGHT "I'm gonna take all your troubles away" type of guy. I'm just able to speak to people on a level that makes them feel like we've been friends forever. And that talent also comes from being able to see cues. Keep up the good work for being a trusted person. And listen, hug, talk, apologize as if YOU were the person who did it..being able to separate yourself, but give t hst feeling of closure that they can't get anywhere else. I apologized all men...for me I've heard of more women....and I....
That is lodged pretty deep in our brains. We are primed to believe in a fair and equitable worlds. By following the rules bad things won't happen, but they will if we break them. Karma, "what goes around comes around" and all that. Therefore, if someone becomes a victim of crime or misfortune, there must something they did wrong. We would be inclined to believe that the victim has a co-responsibility, deserved it, or worse is less of a human being than the rest of us. To some extent a victim will be taboo, tainted, shunned and untouchable. My advice is: Never be a victim. Even if you are a victim, don't be one. Maybe the worst part is that the victims themselves can fall in the same trap. Renaming victims "survivors" is good, but ultimately that is a word game, and "victims must be to blame otherwise the universe is capricious" is a strong instinct.
Agon Leed I think he's trying to explain the tendency to blame the victim from a psychological perspective. That the idea that victims are to blame (at least partially) is in the human psyche because of an instinctive belief in karma. And that sometimes victims blame themselves too, even though they should endeavor not to. I think it's more an explanation of the underlying psychology than his personal opinion.
42 jade Dude, you misunderstand his point entirely. His point is the BELIEF in karma, or something similar, even if subconscious, causes people to partially blame victims, as if they somehow had it coming. He's trying to explain the problem, not excuse his own opinion for blaming victims...
That was an amazing interview! Trevor, I’m not sure if you will ever see this comment, but if you do, I would like to thank you for the attention you gave this topic. You are multifaceted, on one hand, you are extremely intelligent and can conduct a serious interview. Then without skipping a beat, you’re able to transition to comedy.
This is awesome example of an ideal interview with celebrities actually talking about causes they are involved in. Rather than the talk show host being like "you volunteer with who? Good for you. That's incredible work they do, incredible." And then move on without letting them explain why it's soooo important. That is much more important than their little 'fight' with another celebrity about the best kind of cheese.
I had to pause, be nauseous, cry, and continue multiple times through this interview. It just brings up too much of the past and even still my own self doubts that what has happened to me should be considered traumatizing the way that it has impacted me. Life is really hard.
I LOVE HER SO MUCH! And even more after this interview!! And I love Trevor for having her on. It fills my heart with joy to know that she made this documentary that is hopefully going to educate more of the public on this and hopefully make a real change. I first heard about this kit problem on SVU and started researching it and I've recently been seeing commercials for an organization that's trying to raise money to get these kits processed. This is SUCH an important issue. We have to consider our friends, family, our children are at risk, and they don't have to be if these people are finally brought to justice. It's just so incredibly inspiring.
I'm 31 and never watched law & order SVU until a year ago and I watched ALL 20 seasons! I thought to myself "how the hell did I not know about such a jewel of a show?" Now I anxiously wait for the new episodes. I love that it is current with the news and what the country goes through as we're living it.
This should be in the news. Every major network should be talking about it. The metoo movement should be talking about it. How horrific is our justice system that women had to write to an actress just to tell their story?
This is such valuable information that needs to be addressed. There are very real monsters out there that can and should be apprehended. These predators are counting on this very type of negligence. Thank you Trevor and M for bringing this to the public consistently.
This is why we as women need the me-too movement since the dawn of time we have been subjected to abuse and it is time to right this wrong. We are never going back to the way it was and every time I see a comment about, being over the me-too movement I think what are you afraid of, why are you not standing up with women to help end this abhorrent behaviour, are you sitting in the dark waiting for a knock on your door, are an abuser yourself, if not why wouldn't you want a better world for your wifes and daughters.
its a dogs life its not the metoo movement people are afraid of, its the false ideas that have formed because of it through feminazis and sjw. For example, it has become guilty until proven innocent. So in return, people have started to regard it as a joke. Such as, as we speak, I am now being reported for harrassing some lady simply because i yawned 10 feet from her. I can put this in detail, but its utube and i havent slept
"False Ideas?" - this is not attacking the Metoo movement, it is attacking the biproduct of the metoo movement from the people who abuse the system, such as yourself, and the ideas that have formulated across from it. "guilty before being proven innocent, false accusations, etc.," have all emerged from people who are using the metoo movement for their own agenda; instead of helping it, they damage its image. This is what you are doing as you use it as a tool to attack someone that who you have no idea where he stands on this matter. "how you should be held responsible for your actions?" -What do you mean? Have you ever heard of a court of law? " you are exactly the type of person that needs to be targeted from the movement" -You don't even know me nor do you know where I stand. All I did was give an example of what the opposing side feels since the original poster asked why people would feel they are over the metoo movement. But thank you for showing why people believe they have to start walking on eggshells now unless they want to be attacked by ignorant feminazis/sjws. " why do you think it is okay to sexually harrass women?" -I never said it was. Quit putting words in people's mouths. "it is clear from the way you talk that there is more to your bs story then just yawning" -That was an example of a joke currently going on against the metoo movement that emerged due to people such as yourself who indiscriminately and falsely yell out "metoo metoo metoo," against people because they feel they can without repercussions and without realizing the effect it has on the ones who are innocent. I don't understand how anyone would believe that that was an actual event that happened unless they live under a rock. " i feel sorry for any and all women in your life. yes, including your mother, that did a horrid job of raising you." - I feel sorry for everyone around you and any movement you support if every time you are in the face of opposition, you result to insults instead of facts.
King Frosty IX thanks for the clarification, I think I can understand your frustration with the by product of the me-too and times-up movements, yes there are bad apples in every movement that seem to sabotage the whole point of what people are trying to accomplish, equality, justice or even a chance to move forward after a life altering event, I know some people don't understand why a women or man would wait 20-30 yrs to speak about their experiences thats because of shame or blaming themselves often an assault happens if you made a stupid mistake or are in the wrong place at the wrong time or even by a spouse or friend even relatives, also it wasn't talked about it was a dirty little secret that they have lived with often alone, if you were strong enough to report it the procedure of doing a rape kit is horrendous, my was done with six male cops in the room, there are a multitude of reasons why victims didn't speak out earlier and for the first time we can without shame, me I'm not about putting all men a one category because not all men are abusers or rapest, but it would be nice to have men to stand with women to change what was common behaviour, that women have always encountered in their daily lives, thats what I would like to see happen. Peace to you
Trevor is so smart and ask questions that are appropriate, rich in his research and so easy on the eyes with those dimples. So sorry I can be his mother.
As well??? Buddy, this is a US. problem. There's rape everywhere, sure, but one in three women is a statistic unimaginable in most countries. Same goes for the amount of tolerated harassment, and of course the rape kit backlog.
I love seeing people in the public eye truly helping others in a tangible way. Thank you to all involved. Those tests are horrific and when you know the people in law enforcement will never even see it makes it that much more horrific to go through.
This woman is a literal goddess. It's one thing to play a character that raises awareness for such a pressing issue. Learning more, and then becoming the woman that can actually change the way the game is played, protecting the victems, speaking out on their, on all of our, behalfs? THAT IS NEXT LEVEL! Olivia Benson is my on screen hero. Mariska Hargitay is my off screen hero. BLESS!
Honestly it's sickening how this could go on for so long in america. I don't know about other countries but to think that the States would be this indifferent to this issue is just shocking
I didn’t hit the “thumbs up button” solely for the purpose of giving these two a pat on the back, because this was great. I gave it a “thumbs up” because: 1) Mariska has done extraordinary work to further life-after-assault, 2) brought the people to justice who committed these awful acts, and 3) she is doing for survivors what nobody has done for them before. I just love everything she is and what she does! ❤️
More attention should be given to this issue and a long time ago. I contributed to the Detroit charity when I read about their backlog, a few years ago. I agree with Mariska Hargitay's statements...it was hard to fathom when I learned about this problem. Each State that has a backlog should be required to give a public statement to their communities. Victims should start following up with local police departments after going more than 6 months without an update on their case, because law enforcement has to be pushed to do their ENTIRE job it seems. Criminals are not the only ones that deserve due process; Victims/Survivors also deserve due process of their case. They deserve justice too. Thank you to all who are working to turn this wrong right 🙌👍❤ And may Survivors never give up that they will have justice...one example is the capture of the SC rapist in California--a former police officer! 😣
I really appreciate how informative and amazing this interview was. I felt like it was such a heartfelt and emotional talk that was given such a great platform. Thank you for both of your work.
Amazing woman!! She has been through so much in her life, but always has a smile on her face and radiates the feeling of being humble and thankful for any compliment or praise she receives for anything. So very sincere!!!
I just donated to the Joyful Heart Foundation after watching this interview. I wish it didn't take an actress/celebrity to shine a bright light on this ugly truth. Victims should be believed because they're victims, regardless of whether they're perceived to be worthy or not (by law enforcement, society, et. al.). Thank you, Daily Show, for posting this interview unedited.
Sexual assault needs to be talked about. Most men and some (few) women have been socialized to get their jollies off another's suffering. It will not change if we don't admit it exists.
Sad fact, of all the women I've been close enough to discuss this topic with, only 2 have not experienced this. I am 52, not 18 so I'm talking a significant number. She is so thought provoking, brave and inspiring. She doesn't have to do what she does, she could just enjoy her money, and I appreciate that.✌💜😊
Excellent guest. Excellent interview. Mariska Hargitay is definitely a person to follow, what she is doing in real-life is causing a major positive impact.
kimberly s She looks a lot like her mother. Jayne Mansfield was a gorgeous woman. She was an actress and model in the 50s and 60s. She was killed in a car crash and young Mariska was in the car when it happened.
This is insane. She's the one working to make America great. I love America im just so upset hearing this story. I personally know 2 kids who were molested. The uncle was a Jehovah's witness and all he got was 2 years and he's probably out now. I was so sick when i heard how much time he got. Thank you for posting and for all the work she is doing.
This is very true. It seems that a lot of rapists only receive what amounts to a slap on the hand. The man who raped me received 9 years and 3 of those were tacked on because he used a gun. Not because of what he did. His excuse was that he had been smoking pot. Yeah, sure.
I have always hated and avoided watching any of the Law and Order/SVU shows. Mostly because I can't tolerate the reality. It hits too close to home, my being a survivor. But this is so awesome. Bless Mariska Hargitay and her foundation. Hopefully this will all help lead to a new future where females are valued equally with males.
I am grateful to Trevor Noah for giving a longer more detailed interview of Mariska Hargitay's project, really listening and letting her string a few sentences together, uninterrupted. Now the interviewers seem to constantly interrupt and have the attention spans of guppies. Here we actually learned a very great deal about sexual abuse, law enforcement policies that do not respect victim rights (yet again), and the laxism about rapists that is really pervasive. And this is a worldwide problem, not just an American, sadly.
Sometimes I wonder whether it takes someone who was forced to take a backseat in life for so long (growing up during Apartheid in africa as a mixed boy) to learn basic human qualities such as listening. This me-me-me-problem is also a structural thing!
I was thinking the EXACT thing, Isa.
Well said.
Completely agree. He asked questions and made thoughtful observations, but for the most part he just let her talk, intelligently, eloquently, informed, about a very important subject. Kudos to them both.
I agree. I use to love Oprah's show, but it drove me crazy how often she interrupted her guests, and actually got worse as the years went on.
What I love about Trevor is how much research he does. He prepares so well for interviews. It's great.
PyroMelody Fox News would probably hate him
Eric Ciobanu you're not wrong
PyroMelody Because he cares deeply about the issues he covers.
Eric Ciobanu Absolutely. Fox does NO research, they propagate lies, not facts.
PyroMelody +
I love how Trevor is professional, but you can tell he gets giddy when he admires the guest.
You are right, Trevor is very professional and this is a very sensitive subject.
I sure as hell would be pretty giddy if I was interviewing La Hargitay. She’s pretty disarming.
@ then quit watching the show if its "liberals" show and an "own agenda" no ones holding a gun to your head to make you watch these vids
Bonnie Archie you have waaay too much anger for a person you don’t know.
@ WOW! This is AMAZING and exactly what we think of you and your group of TRUMPTARDS! Go read a book, Get educated and stop believing what you're told, READ for yourself!! 😱 😠
Mariska Hargitay is an over-looked under-rated pop culture icon. Good for her.
Anj DaStranJ true
Anj DaStranJ 👍👍👍👍👍
That is very true
Tbh
Taylor Swift recognized!!!
Daily Show. You're interviewing people with something to SAY, instead of people who ONLY have something to SELL. And Trevor does is impeccably and with eternal charm.
Thank you. / Stockholm, Sweden
And he actually lets his guests speak.
Henrik Wenne trevor is a racist shit
Scared Willy come on bro. You have been all over his videos calling him a racist. Not cool.
lawrence omang only because i understand why he is popular and because i watched jon stewart for 10 years and never did jon say something as scary as trevor did to me...my little brother is very young and i don't want all this hate and sin from the past punishing him when he is older when he is good person..everything i typed he said..its his fault he was so vague and said white people were never punished and as far left as i always was I've become scared of the hate i see in comment sections and on tv towards white people...that's not cool and I should be allowed to say it without being shadowbanned or otherwise. I am out of guilt for being white were born equal and its okay for me to say based off of what trevor in that video said that it was racist and against freedom of speech..not all words are great but the words we say on such a small scale between you and cops on the road shouldn't land you in jail for 3 years i don't care where you are thats all i said...why is there a list of words punishable by a sentence in jail because my skin color alone,because of actions of others in the past as if people that were black in the past never did horrible things..there's more to history than 500 years, much more.
lawrence omang its also worth mentioning that ive hated donald trump since he started running...but he has dragged the bar so low that im not even allowed to say im liberal
What are the odds that a fictional TV character would end up causing so much positive and long overdue change?? Amazing!!
It's not really surprising. That's what fiction does for people: it gives them a way to think about the world while not having the limitations of reality immediately shoved in their face.
And a fictional character who plays a good businessman gets to be president and destroys everything he touches
Real world harm based fictional world propaganda
What an amazing woman she is. She didn't have to take any responsibility for these letters she was getting, but she turned it into a calling. I've been watching SUV from the beginning and I think her character is important in helping change the stigma around sexual assault victims. Thank you for letting her speak to such depth in this interview.
What are her sources of her statistics. How even know Rape I the most under reported crime if it's under reported. Therpy. .so Can't look for details because she would have to relive
The trauma. So go therpy to relive the trauma
@@wisdom9091 sooo..are you saying she should just shut the f*** up?
@Casey G
Its SVU not SUV
Kinda drains the soul a bit when you hear about these kinds of things, but it's people like Mariska who fills mine back up.
Lenny Marquee Indeed
So true
This is so important! They are finally starting to go through the kits in Portland Oregon and they have actually solved some cases. About time!
Thats awesome news and great for those victims young and old.
Natalie Leavenworth kinda late isn't it?
I would’ve never imagined her to be such a Humanist with such humor, grace & intelligence.
She’s a wonderful woman.
Natalie Leavenworth as someone who lives in Portland, why the hell haven't they had that on the news?
Natalie Leavenworth damn!! The fact that they feel raped all over again my the system that’s supposed to be about “Justice”, isn’t lost on me..
You can see her passion for this project, how she struggles not to breakdown at times. Kudos for Trevor for allowing her to express herself and get all this information out there.
And the government is worried about pot? 😦😒😢😥
Mya Cusimano They worry because it makes you question authority, unlike alcohol. Booze does not expand your mind
ProjectFlashlight612 im all for pot, but i wouldnt say it expands the mind
Well they're worried about drugs in general cuz it has destabilized an entire continent along with several pockets/regions/countries across the planet. They're worried because it's the number one economic resource terrorist groups, cartels, Mafioso etc. Have.
But yeah the government is the problem, not dipshits like all of you who want to be cool and *420 blaze it bruv* or *expand your mind - GOD I'M SOO WOKE* who are the ones who demand it...
For fucks sake go to uni and stop being so fucking dense.
Mya Cusimano really
Paolo G preach!
Mariska Hargitay is just an amazing human. She's probably done more for victim's rights through her role on a TV show than anyone could've fathomed a character could do which shows just how impactful a character can be for someone looking for that connection and relatability. You're so awesome Mariska!
Well said!
Totally agree. She is amazing and also plays the character so seriously that a lot of fans could speach about the situations they have been through! And also she encouraged and did something about that. Thank you!
So true!
I've never seen this show, but I can say we need those kits addressed a hell of a lot more than we need Trump's wall.
well, I guess you have a point.
Oh, /snap/
Whaaaaaaat Oh you should start it on hulu! I agree.
Whether this person has seen the show or not, the point he/she made is important and so very, very true. We need to use that money for much more important things. Such as clearing up this backlog of rape kitsch. I was one of the lucky ones. My rapist was caught the same day. And he plead guilty so I was not forced to confront him in court. Though at that time the sentence for sexual assault was ridiculously short, he received only 9 years and 3 of those was because he used a gun.
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I try not to idealize and idolize celebrities, because they’re just people and it’s unrealistic and unfair to hold them to a higher standard than everyone else. But then I see Mariska Hargitay and she breaks my heart every time, she’s got such a good heart and she walks the walk.
Mariska Hargitay is my all time favorite actress and Law and Order: SVU is my all time favorite show. She is so beautiful inside and out. She is an amazing humanitarian and so incredibly talented. TY for having her on Trevor!
excellent interview...well done Trevor ...we love you so much and we so proud of you in South Africa...love you Mariska you are an inspiration.
You know the Creature of law&Order SVU was a prosecutor on Centeral Park 5and can Mariska sight the sources give statistics. And false Rape accussations are rare.
This practically law and order turn into real life, good for her.
She's had an interesting and hard life, it's not much of a surprise that her character has become her real life for the last 20 years.
She looks like Catlin Jenner.
+J.J. Bone and you look like your ugly ass daddy
Mr. OshagHennesy no need to get upset that's my Opinion.
How is that relevant to anything and why is that the only thing you can come up with as a response to this video?
Thank you, Trevor. You listen and let people finish their sentences. It's a remarkable thing to see, these days. Thank you for teaching us what communication actually *is*.
This is so good. I applaud each victim who was brave enough to come forth. I was a child when it happened to me. I couldn’t tell my story openly for about 15 years.
Oh sweetie... my heart goes out to you.. I hope you're healing ❤
Aa Bb yes. Thank you. Already healed now helping others heal
Sending love to you. #iamevidence
My partner was a victim at a young age, his spirit and strength to not only survive but to flourish into a loving and compassionate person is a beautiful thing. It’s one of the reasons I love him so much. Many of us are survivors of something, it is an act of grace that we should heal and be brave enough to reach out into the community. Thank for sharing your story.
@@BirdLadySpeaks good for you. I was an adult when it happened to me. I can imagine how hard it would be to be a child. I reported it immediately and the man was in custody before noon that same day. I was very lucky.
Bill Cosby's re-trial started this week. Some people heal the world, some wound it. Mariska Hargity is a healer and a beautiful person. We need more like her. #MeToo
Crystal Pope you mean the the 2nd attempt to lynch Bill Cosby stated this week. There’s no rape kits involved in his case just women caught lying under oath
Michael Leslie You should be ashamed of yourself for making that statement
Crystal Pope much love #MeToo
Thank you so much to be a doer for this issue, Ms. Hargitay. We desperately need this movement in Japan!!
In India too. Women really don't have any agency.
We did not have any support system in the past, but we have some grass routes supporting groups now. I am sure it will happen in India. It might take long time, but as Ms. Hargitay says, "Never give up!".
This is so enraging!
For a victim to go through this horrible horrific experience of the test and then.. nothing. Makes you think how many *don’t* even report it because they know nothing will happen.. definitely larger than what we’ve previously suspected.
earth ocean one would think so, out of shame and trauma.. but when the victim knows that even if they collect the courage to report, nothing will happen.... I can only imagine how much worse things are in reality. If it’s not 1/3 women, Is it 1/2? Is 3/4?
This number (or should I say these numbers) are based on surveys and studies, not police reports, which definitely would underestimate the real number. The studies ask a representative part of the population and then extrapolate. These studies may not be completely reliable either. For some stigma or shame would make it hard to admit abuse or assault even to a researcher.
+jaxvoice: I remember when people first started talking publicly about girls who were raped by a family member (I think the word incest doesn’t adequately convey the horror of what the raped person goes through, so I never use it) I wanted to shut myself up in a closet somewhere and never come out. I was so ashamed about having been sexually assaulted by my stepfather that I lived in horror that people would find out and then hate me forever. It took at least a decade and a lot of therapy before I stopped being compelled to hide this from myself, and even longer before I could tell people I loved. So you’re spot-on when you say that stigma and shame is why so many do not come forward. The brutality of it never really goes away...you just have to find a way to make peace with yourself, to forgive yourself and-it you’re really lucky-come to see it was never your fault.
Love Mariska and the work she's doing and love Trevor. He is really good at his job, and just being a decent human being. Thanks guys.
No words can fully express how wonderful I think she is, how impactful this protect is.. just, wow...
Trevor Noah is the best show host all time ..I love you, bro ..
Chijioke Ezeh way more respectful than Colbert's bitch ass
We need more people to think like her 🏆.
The reason no was talking about it because the sources behind her statistics made it up
She is someone who could go to a set and go home. She is an amazing to use her platform for good! Trevor is amazing as well.
Two incredible people! Love em both 💕
Beautiful inside and out. She is gorgeous like her mom, too.
ErynRenee She is
after my assault i ended up back living with and eventually taking care of my father. I was pretty messed up and he was trying to understand what i was agoing through. He started watching this show and it helped him to help me.
That is wonderful that the show helped your dad understand.
You're never alone. I send you a hug.
GIIIRRRLL im glad at least one person understands what your going through. i wish you all the best you have survived and now you will survive your recovery, however long it is x
You are so brave for sharing that. I’m glad you guys could connect with this show. Stay strong girl !!!
Wherever you are in your journey now, I just want to send you a wish for your total healing and your highest good. Nothing in this world is strong enough to diminish the beauty of your soul.
Wow, that’s beautiful. Your expression brings me feelings of joy for you. May you and your father always be blessed with love and compassion.
He does his research before any interview
She takes this role soooo seriously! Knowing how much thought, feeling and research she has put into the SVU role on and off screen is a remarkable show of passion for victims. She deserves every award she has and more. She is a beautiful person inside and out and so glad to see this interview taken so seriously. Trevor is so much more than a comedian, he's intelligent and really does his homework and listens to his guests. One of the best hosts out there!
Watching this I felt at times that I was seeing Olivia Benson and that amazes me in seeing how much of herself Mariska puts into her character, and also seeing how with her character she decides to do so much good. She's the best ✨
Love this and that she actually got to speak without any cut-offs. This is an interview, thanks Trevor!
Who the heck disliked this?
PyroJohn19 Fans if sexual assault...? Or rapists, I guess... Or those who dislike the rapists and are dumb enough to dislike the video to show disapproval of the contents, rather than liking the exposure of the content because they misunderstand how 'liking' works...?
I did, every time you use extreme wrong statistics, I press dislike.
A rapist would dislike and run away from the truth
Mogens Linnet Care to actually MENTION what statistics are wrong, rather than just claim it? Fact-checking claims can lead to interesting results.
PyroJohn19 Idiots.
She has such a bubbly personality, I love her, she's an amazing dramatic actor.
Spiral Breeze she sure is
Absolutely stunning, as always.
Completely agree!
Loved how Trevor let her speak without interrupting. Great interview!
She has such compassion and humanity - I love her even more now! What an amazing woman/role model!
Out of any interveiw Mariska has done, THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST ONE! Informative and talks about real issues.
Trevor Noah, you MVP !
Such a sad way that women are treated all over the world. Perpetrators start this behavior at a very, very early age. Believe me I have been on the receiving end of that behavior in elementary school.
Then high school, at work, etc. Folks need to keep eyes on their children.
Good show though.
Stereotypical J Cole Fan the only reason the child sexual abusers is because they were abused themselves and they re-enact the abuse on other children because in their mind they are trying to make sense of the abuse. So stop blaming kids. Blame the adult rapist. They know better from right and wrong and a child doesn't.
Stereotypical J Cole Fan its ignorant to blame kids of sexual abuse on other kids,yes there are child abusers but always state why there are. The only reason there's child abusers is because of pedophiles and/or abusive family members that abuses them. No child does any of that behavior without being taught by someone.
Slow down, Cole Fan didn't say we should blame the child sexual abusers. They said we should talk about it more because it's something many don't know about, and they're right.
Tyiff Pejic cole fan Stated that there are Child Abusers abusing children( which is true, but also left out why its true). The wording in their comment made it seem like their soley blaming child abusers. I hate that, because people get mad at that child not the person who taught them that behavior.
Oh, yeah, I can see how that looks now. You're right it's not enough to just alert people to a problem, but also to clarify the intricacies of it so we don't oversimplify. Thanks for clarifying
Interesting... I have friends who have been victims of sexual assault, but I rarely know about it until they find out that other friends have talked to me about it. Once they find out that others have been OK talking to me about it, and that I never judge them negatively for it and keep their identities private, more are able to open up and actually have someone to talk to about it. It's tragic that there's such a severe stigma on it that victims feel they can't even tell close friends about it... =(
And even more tragic that there are actually people out there who would blame or judge victims...!
Michael Berthelsen most times they have been telling you for years. I've seen that happen by my own recollection of those who had a problem and noticing their actions. You have to be observant.
I'm 33. Most of the women I came in contact with are strangers. I've had more fuck buddies than relationships and more just friends. But over 90% of women have been able to speak to me. And I'm not this WHITE KNIGHT "I'm gonna take all your troubles away" type of guy. I'm just able to speak to people on a level that makes them feel like we've been friends forever. And that talent also comes from being able to see cues.
Keep up the good work for being a trusted person. And listen, hug, talk, apologize as if YOU were the person who did it..being able to separate yourself, but give t hst feeling of closure that they can't get anywhere else.
I apologized all men...for me I've heard of more women....and I....
That is lodged pretty deep in our brains. We are primed to believe in a fair and equitable worlds. By following the rules bad things won't happen, but they will if we break them. Karma, "what goes around comes around" and all that.
Therefore, if someone becomes a victim of crime or misfortune, there must something they did wrong. We would be inclined to believe that the victim has a co-responsibility, deserved it, or worse is less of a human being than the rest of us. To some extent a victim will be taboo, tainted, shunned and untouchable.
My advice is: Never be a victim. Even if you are a victim, don't be one.
Maybe the worst part is that the victims themselves can fall in the same trap. Renaming victims "survivors" is good, but ultimately that is a word game, and "victims must be to blame otherwise the universe is capricious" is a strong instinct.
jaxvoice what the fuck are you talking about?
Agon Leed I think he's trying to explain the tendency to blame the victim from a psychological perspective. That the idea that victims are to blame (at least partially) is in the human psyche because of an instinctive belief in karma. And that sometimes victims blame themselves too, even though they should endeavor not to.
I think it's more an explanation of the underlying psychology than his personal opinion.
42 jade Dude, you misunderstand his point entirely. His point is the BELIEF in karma, or something similar, even if subconscious, causes people to partially blame victims, as if they somehow had it coming. He's trying to explain the problem, not excuse his own opinion for blaming victims...
That was an amazing interview! Trevor, I’m not sure if you will ever see this comment, but if you do, I would like to thank you for the attention you gave this topic. You are multifaceted, on one hand, you are extremely intelligent and can conduct a serious interview. Then without skipping a beat, you’re able to transition to comedy.
Very good interview. Thanks
This is a great interview. Thanks for sharing.
This is awesome example of an ideal interview with celebrities actually talking about causes they are involved in. Rather than the talk show host being like "you volunteer with who? Good for you. That's incredible work they do, incredible." And then move on without letting them explain why it's soooo important.
That is much more important than their little 'fight' with another celebrity about the best kind of cheese.
YES.
I had to pause, be nauseous, cry, and continue multiple times through this interview. It just brings up too much of the past and even still my own self doubts that what has happened to me should be considered traumatizing the way that it has impacted me. Life is really hard.
Mariska is doing a wonderful job bringing attention to this matter. I am grateful for her work and dedication.
Wow she is super smart and articulate. Very good interview.
I LOVE HER SO MUCH! And even more after this interview!! And I love Trevor for having her on. It fills my heart with joy to know that she made this documentary that is hopefully going to educate more of the public on this and hopefully make a real change. I first heard about this kit problem on SVU and started researching it and I've recently been seeing commercials for an organization that's trying to raise money to get these kits processed. This is SUCH an important issue. We have to consider our friends, family, our children are at risk, and they don't have to be if these people are finally brought to justice. It's just so incredibly inspiring.
I will watch that documentary!!! It will probably render me insomniac for a while and I might flashback, BUT I NEED TO WATCH THIS!
Valhalla Best wishes on your journey of healing.
Wow I loved her in Law and Order. She's so beautiful!
ziljin She looks a lot like her mom Jayne Mansfield.
i was gonna say the same thing..she looks so much like her mom
She Is the Worst character
Bellial DC Then don't watch her, she's incredible
She's pretty, but man she has massive hands.
I just went and donated. I am a broke college student and only gave $10 but it all matters. Thank you for the good fight Mariska.
Trevor putting in work as always
I love you Trevor for bringing this amazing woman on to your show! And I’m not even from the us🙌🏼
I'm 31 and never watched law & order SVU until a year ago and I watched ALL 20 seasons! I thought to myself "how the hell did I not know about such a jewel of a show?" Now I anxiously wait for the new episodes. I love that it is current with the news and what the country goes through as we're living it.
This should be in the news. Every major network should be talking about it. The metoo movement should be talking about it. How horrific is our justice system that women had to write to an actress just to tell their story?
Trevor, you are thorough in researching for your interviews. I thought I was 'expert' on her but your proved you are a better fan.
This interview was really well done. Normally promos are like 4 secs long and then a game. Trevor Noah just let her do her thing. And it was perfect.
This is such valuable information that needs to be addressed. There are very real monsters out there that can and should be apprehended. These predators are counting on this very type of negligence. Thank you Trevor and M for bringing this to the public consistently.
This is why we as women need the me-too movement since the dawn of time we have been subjected to abuse and it is time to right this wrong. We are never going back to the way it was and every time I see a comment about, being over the me-too movement I think what are you afraid of, why are you not standing up with women to help end this abhorrent behaviour, are you sitting in the dark waiting for a knock on your door, are an abuser yourself, if not why wouldn't you want a better world for your wifes and daughters.
its a dogs life its not the metoo movement people are afraid of, its the false ideas that have formed because of it through feminazis and sjw. For example, it has become guilty until proven innocent. So in return, people have started to regard it as a joke. Such as, as we speak, I am now being reported for harrassing some lady simply because i yawned 10 feet from her.
I can put this in detail, but its utube and i havent slept
"False Ideas?" - this is not attacking the Metoo movement, it is attacking the biproduct of the metoo movement from the people who abuse the system, such as yourself, and the ideas that have formulated across from it. "guilty before being proven innocent, false accusations, etc.," have all emerged from people who are using the metoo movement for their own agenda; instead of helping it, they damage its image. This is what you are doing as you use it as a tool to attack someone that who you have no idea where he stands on this matter.
"how you should be held responsible for your actions?" -What do you mean? Have you ever heard of a court of law?
" you are exactly the type of person that needs to be targeted from the movement" -You don't even know me nor do you know where I stand. All I did was give an example of what the opposing side feels since the original poster asked why people would feel they are over the metoo movement. But thank you for showing why people believe they have to start walking on eggshells now unless they want to be attacked by ignorant feminazis/sjws.
" why do you think it is okay to sexually harrass women?" -I never said it was. Quit putting words in people's mouths.
"it is clear from the way you talk that there is more to your bs story then just yawning" -That was an example of a joke currently going on against the metoo movement that emerged due to people such as yourself who indiscriminately and falsely yell out "metoo metoo metoo," against people because they feel they can without repercussions and without realizing the effect it has on the ones who are innocent. I don't understand how anyone would believe that that was an actual event that happened unless they live under a rock.
" i feel sorry for any and all women in your life. yes, including your mother, that did a horrid job of raising you." - I feel sorry for everyone around you and any movement you support if every time you are in the face of opposition, you result to insults instead of facts.
King Frosty IX beware brother, the lynch mob is looking your way
pfaros25 then I will go a martyr
King Frosty IX thanks for the clarification, I think I can understand your frustration with the by product of the me-too and times-up movements, yes there are bad apples in every movement that seem to sabotage the whole point of what people are trying to accomplish, equality, justice or even a chance to move forward after a life altering event, I know some people don't understand why a women or man would wait 20-30 yrs to speak about their experiences thats because of shame or blaming themselves often an assault happens if you made a stupid mistake or are in the wrong place at the wrong time or even by a spouse or friend even relatives, also it wasn't talked about it was a dirty little secret that they have lived with often alone, if you were strong enough to report it the procedure of doing a rape kit is horrendous, my was done with six male cops in the room, there are a multitude of reasons why victims didn't speak out earlier and for the first time we can without shame, me I'm not about putting all men a one category because not all men are abusers or rapest, but it would be nice to have men to stand with women to change what was common behaviour, that women have always encountered in their daily lives, thats what I would like to see happen. Peace to you
This is SO important! Thank you Mariska✨
I love her. Seems so down-to-earth.
Trevor is so smart and ask questions that are appropriate, rich in his research and so easy on the eyes with those dimples. So sorry I can be his mother.
She is beautiful inside & out... and Trevor, well, just 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🙏🙏
People think this shit only happens abroad. Im happy she is showing its a problem in America as well.
As well??? Buddy, this is a US. problem.
There's rape everywhere, sure, but one in three women is a statistic unimaginable in most countries. Same goes for the amount of tolerated harassment, and of course the rape kit backlog.
Mariska is an angel sent from heaven.
I love seeing people in the public eye truly helping others in a tangible way. Thank you to all involved. Those tests are horrific and when you know the people in law enforcement will never even see it makes it that much more horrific to go through.
I'm just not even sure what you can say to this except thank you for your exceptional work on this. It gives me hope
Man, I learned so much from Mariska's passionate candor. Kudos Trevor for this amazing education.
This broke my heart
This woman is a literal goddess. It's one thing to play a character that raises awareness for such a pressing issue. Learning more, and then becoming the woman that can actually change the way the game is played, protecting the victems, speaking out on their, on all of our, behalfs? THAT IS NEXT LEVEL! Olivia Benson is my on screen hero. Mariska Hargitay is my off screen hero. BLESS!
Honestly it's sickening how this could go on for so long in america. I don't know about other countries but to think that the States would be this indifferent to this issue is just shocking
Hallo Wie ....uhhh...not that shocking
I didn’t hit the “thumbs up button” solely for the purpose of giving these two a pat on the back, because this was great. I gave it a “thumbs up” because: 1) Mariska has done extraordinary work to further life-after-assault, 2) brought the people to justice who committed these awful acts, and 3) she is doing for survivors what nobody has done for them before. I just love everything she is and what she does! ❤️
More attention should be given to this issue and a long time ago. I contributed to the Detroit charity when I read about their backlog, a few years ago. I agree with Mariska Hargitay's statements...it was hard to fathom when I learned about this problem. Each State that has a backlog should be required to give a public statement to their communities. Victims should start following up with local police departments after going more than 6 months without an update on their case, because law enforcement has to be pushed to do their ENTIRE job it seems. Criminals are not the only ones that deserve due process; Victims/Survivors also deserve due process of their case. They deserve justice too. Thank you to all who are working to turn this wrong right 🙌👍❤ And may Survivors never give up that they will have justice...one example is the capture of the SC rapist in California--a former police officer! 😣
I really appreciate how informative and amazing this interview was. I felt like it was such a heartfelt and emotional talk that was given such a great platform. Thank you for both of your work.
Unbelievable how they collected all those evidences and not processed them. They just spit in the victim face pretty much.
Amazing woman!! She has been through so much in her life, but always has a smile on her face and radiates the feeling of being humble and thankful for any compliment or praise she receives for anything. So very sincere!!!
What an amazing and empowering interview
Awe inspiring guest, excellent interview Trevor.
Hats off to Mariska for undertaking this.
She's so talented, smart, and empathetic. Thank you Mariska Hargitay!
I just donated to the Joyful Heart Foundation after watching this interview. I wish it didn't take an actress/celebrity to shine a bright light on this ugly truth. Victims should be believed because they're victims, regardless of whether they're perceived to be worthy or not (by law enforcement, society, et. al.). Thank you, Daily Show, for posting this interview unedited.
Sexual assault needs to be talked about. Most men and some (few) women have been socialized to get their jollies off another's suffering. It will not change if we don't admit it exists.
Sad fact, of all the women I've been close enough to discuss this topic with, only 2 have not experienced this. I am 52, not 18 so I'm talking a significant number. She is so thought provoking, brave and inspiring. She doesn't have to do what she does, she could just enjoy her money, and I appreciate that.✌💜😊
Mariska! Well done sis!!!
Excellent guest. Excellent interview. Mariska Hargitay is definitely a person to follow, what she is doing in real-life is causing a major positive impact.
Such an important topic, I wish that it was on public TV for entire country to see as I don’t have HBO.
Oh I am such a fan of both of them and this is a great initiative by Mariska to bring a voice to this ignored epidemic. Super!
GOOOO Mariska!!
Love, from Amsterdam
Very sensitive topic but handled with utter most respect and grace by the host and guest.
I started the show when I was 4🤣?
C L A S S I C
She. Is. Amazing! You can see how passionately and deeply she feels about this hugely important issue.
What in the hell? There's a backlog?!!?!?
She’s fascinating. So grateful that she found this role that she was born for the stars aligned and it led her to this.
She's beautiful. Plays a woman warrior on the tv but she is
kimberly s She looks a lot like her mother. Jayne Mansfield was a gorgeous woman. She was an actress and model in the 50s and 60s. She was killed in a car crash and young Mariska was in the car when it happened.
I've always loved SVU but Olivia Benson... great fictional or not! She's the captain now. I just miss Stabler as her partner
Thank you Trevor for your time and respect for this important issue! Bless u
This is insane. She's the one working to make America great. I love America im just so upset hearing this story. I personally know 2 kids who were molested. The uncle was a Jehovah's witness and all he got was 2 years and he's probably out now. I was so sick when i heard how much time he got. Thank you for posting and for all the work she is doing.
This is very true. It seems that a lot of rapists only receive what amounts to a slap on the hand. The man who raped me received 9 years and 3 of those were tacked on because he used a gun. Not because of what he did. His excuse was that he had been smoking pot. Yeah, sure.
Her passion is truly breathtaking
I have always hated and avoided watching any of the Law and Order/SVU shows. Mostly because I can't tolerate the reality. It hits too close to home, my being a survivor. But this is so awesome. Bless Mariska Hargitay and her foundation. Hopefully this will all help lead to a new future where females are valued equally with males.