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The Surprising Truth About the Voice Of the New York Subway
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” is something we all know by heart.
But do you...
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How the Heroes of 9/11 Finally Got the Support They Deserve
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. They were bravely walking into the unknown.
And...
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Have You Tried the Most Heartwarming Coffee in New York?
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 and developmental disabilities, it’s been hard to...
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Why Sony Almost Didn’t Build the Walkman
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.
Whether it’s coming from your phone or a portable mp3...
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HOT Gossip for Gossip Girl Fans
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 to the Gossip Girl series almost didn’t...
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How to Win 5-Minutes of Fame in NYC
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 importantly, how are you showing your love for your...
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Why Songs Are Shorter Than They Used to Be
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 today’s standards.
So, what changed?
In today’s...
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The Surprising TRUTH About Your Favorite New York-Based 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 sitcom characters spent a big chunk of their...
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A Dog Rescue You Won’t Believe!
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 scary enough, right?
But what if the place where...
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Edison’s FAILED Experiment and the First Recorded Song
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, and like any good invention, it’s got a dedicated...
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Who You Talkin’ To? The REAL Story Behind Pacino’s Most Famous 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 Scorsese’s Taxi Driver.
It’s got drama, grit,...
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Have You Heard About the Most Entertaining Train Route in New York?
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 treated to something that made you smile.
In...
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