Hearin' New York

Charlie Pellett: The Man Behind the NYC Subway’s Most Famous Announcements

Hearin’ New York, there are few things as normalized as the announcements we hear in the subway. The tone of that recorded reminder to “Stand clear of the closing doors”

From Comedy to Congress: Jon Stewart’s Battle for 9/11 First Responders’ Rights

Those who risked their lives as First Responders during the events of 9/11 had no idea what they were walking into. It wasn’t only burning buildings and dust particles. T

From Paris to NYC: How Cafe Joyeux is Creating Job Opportunities for All

Everyone on this Earth has a special spark- a unique gift that brings more brightness to the world through their talent and dedication. But for those with intellectual a

Let The Countdown Begin: Times Square's Iconic Ball Drop

Did you know the most historic event on New Year’s Eve almost got banned? In today’s episode, Ginni shares the long history of the famous glittering ball that falls from

The Ultimate Christmas Movie Countdown

Spaghetti with sprinkles, a faux Kris Kringle, and a house full of booby traps. Ah yes, it’s that time of the year again!  So don your coziest Christmas pajamas and fill

Winter Wonderland at Bryant Park: The Ultimate Holiday Market Experience

Picture yourself landing a graceful pirouette under the bright lights of New York City as gentle snowflakes fall from the sky. No, this isn’t a Hallmark movie. It’s some

The Sony Walkman Almost Never Happened: How One ‘Crazy’ Idea Revolutionized Music

What would life be like if you didn’t have your Spotify playlist or your favorite podcast (ahem…this one), to listen to while you work out?  A quiet life, indeed. Wheth

The Surprising Reason Kristen Bell Almost Didn’t Voice Gossip Girl

Everyone loves a little hot gossip, and millennials especially love hearing it from the vocal talents of Kristen Bell.  But did you know that her signature contribution

Meet NYC’s Mystery Snack Mask: The Bizarre Story of a Cheezball Superfan

Would you consider yourself a proud Pringles addict? How about a champion of Cheez-It’s? How rowdy would you get for a buttery stack of Ritz crackers? And, more importan

How the Phonograph Revolutionized Music Forever: Top 3 Ways It Changed Audio History

If you’ve ever found yourself truly immersed in a piece of music, you don’t want it to end. Before the invention of the phonograph, most songs never seemed to end, by tod

Why You’ll Never Find Central Perk or Monk’s Cafe in Real Life: The Hidden Truth Behind NYC Sitcoms

If you’ve ever explored the many faces of New York, there were probably some trendy hangouts that you wanted to check out - places where, over the years, your favorite si

Lost Dog Found in a Dark Canyon: The Incredible Rescue Story of Rippy the Terrier

Imagine you’re out walking your beloved dog and it suddenly gets spooked by something. The scared creature somehow gets loose from the leash and scurries off.  That’s sc

The Birth of Sound Recording: Thomas Edison’s Journey to the First Phonograph

Today, we turn on the car radio, listen to Spotify, and binge our favorite podcasts (like Hearin’ New York) without a second thought.  But that technology has a story, a

The Untold Story Behind Robert DeNiro’s Iconic ‘You Talkin’ to Me?’ Scene in Taxi Driver

New York and great films go together like peanut butter and jelly. And if we dial it back to the late 1970s, perhaps there’s no cinematic sandwich more famous than Martin

PA Paul: The NYC Train Conductor Spreading Joy with Rhymes and Rhythm

What if public transportation came with an unexpected perk? Imagine you’re on the way to work in the morning, and rather than the usual arrival announcement, you were tr

Think Edison Invented Audio Recording? Meet the True Pioneer Behind Captured Sound

It’s second nature these days to pop in your earbuds while you’re working out, listen to a YouTube creator tell you how to make sourdough, or blast your favorite hip-hop

From Jingle to Hit Single: The Untold Tale of the Friends Theme Song by The Rembrandts

Remember back in the 90s when we all used to meet up at Central Perk for vanilla lattes, acoustic gigs, and chats with Friends? In today’s episode, Ginni shares a little

From Sicily to Staten Island: The Heartwarming Story Behind Enoteca Maria’s Nonnas of the World Project

New York is famous for countless reasons, and at the top of that list is its cultural diversity. The Big Apple is a cultural melting pot. Which also means it’s home to a

New York’s Best-Kept Secret Island

Pristine land, colonizers, confiscation, and confusion. It’s a tale as old as time.  But, thankfully, after changing hands, uses, and ownership multiple times, New York’

Top 5 Excuses for Escaping Your Family This Thanksgiving

What’s your favorite thing about Thanksgiving?  Mashed potatoes? Load em up!   Pumpkin Pie? More please!  Your opinionated auntie telling you how to live your life? “U