The Manhattan Sideways Podcast

In this episode, there's almost nothing that Alex, Ellie, and Kendra don't talk about. Alex was born in the south and moved to New York as a young person in the middle of the 20th century, where he ultimately found his niche in the Lower East Side. Alex's photography strikes at the core of what it is to be human, especially in New York - so what makes it all possible?

In this episode, Ellie and Rebecca discuss the physical and emotional benefits of art making, and explore Rebecca's journey as owner of The Art Studio NY. Originally started in Rebecca's bedroom, The Art Studio NY now offers the highest rated art classes in Manhattan.

In this episode Guy Vaknin, founder of Beyond Sushi, discusses some of his tips for success in the restaurant business, veganism, Shark Tank, sustainability, expansion, and the absolute importance of caring about what you do.

In this episode, we spoke with Bill Rhodes, the one and only New York City purveyor of the characteristically West Coast-brand See's Candies. We chat about Bill's love of New York and his roots in the Midwest, See's expansion east, the evolution of the West Village, and, of course, chocolate.

In this episode, we sat down with Pauline Sokol Nakios, founder of Lilla P Clothing. We discuss how she got started and what it's like being an international company, sourcing choices, lifestyle -- and that little hole that shows up in your t-shirts right around the belly button.

In this episode we meet Sal Scognamillo, current owner, chef, and grandson of the original owners of Patsy's Italian Restaurant. We speak with Sal about Frank Sinatra, the Yankees, Brett Eldredge, classic Italian food, Ben Stiller, and what it's like to own a family business. We are also paid a surprise visit by sportscaster, writer, and Yankees community advisor Ray Negron.

Visit Patsy's at 236 West 56th street.

In this episode, we sit down with Grandma Dawn of Grandma's Place. Dawn shares stories about education, community, business, and gentrification in Harlem.

Visit Grandma's Place at 84 West 120th street, or shop online at grandmasplaceinharlem.com

In this episode, we speak with Will and Julie Horowitz, the brother-sister team behind Ducks Eatery. We discuss everything from pingpong to climate change, and chat about the Horowitz's new book "Salt Smoke Time: Homesteading and Heritage Techniques for the Modern Kitchen."

Visit Ducks in the East Village at 351 East 12th street.

In this mini episode, we give you a taste of what the Sideways Podcast is about and who we are at Manhattan Sideways. Nice to meet you!