In this episode: Kelly is joined by New Yorker Chris Beck! Chris is good friends with Kelly, and they bring the chemistry and laughs to prove it! 

Join them as they answer questions that New Yorkers have the most passionate answers for. 

Kelly and Chris talk about the small moments they have where they feel like they belong in the city. They talk about their favorite times of year in the city as New Yorkers and what they look forward to as the seasons change. 

Kelly asks Chris and Jae what their most irrational fears are living in the city. Chris, Jae and Kelly all give a wide variety of fears and have a laugh at some of them.

Chris and Kelly talk about what some things they see in NY that some people might think is out of this world but real New Yorkers wouldn't even bat an eye at. 

Chris gives his take on community in the city. How people can feel lonely, but also how you can grow community and build your own small world. 

But above all else; Chris Beck is a New Yorker!

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by podcaster, motivational speaker and survivor: Chris Felder. 

Kelly asks Chris about himself, where he's from, and what he does.

Chris tells us about his story. What lead up to him having his sight taken away from him, How he learned to navigate the world around him, and how his family and friends learned to accomodate him the way that he wanted to be accomodated. 

Chris talks about New York, and his love for the city. How he navigates it, and how much he misses it when he travels. He also talks about the differences between New Yorkers and the people he encounters elsewhere. 

Kelly asks Chris some questions about his podcast and motivational speaking. Chris tells kelly how Wolf helped him to improve his work and grow his platform. Chris talks about how he is helping people around the world in ways that he never thought that he could. 

But above all else; Chris Felder is a New Yorker.

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Due to the hustle and bustle of city life, and in honor of Father's Day coming up later this month, we are re-airing one of our favorite episodes from this year. Please enjoy this conversation that I was able to have with Jae's dad a few months ago. Share with us in the comments your favorite story or memory that you have with your dad. We will be back in two weeks with new episodes of The New Yorkers Podcast. So look forward to those conversations.

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by Jae's Dad: Huston Watson Sr. He is a business owner, computer engineer, DJ and a Veteran. 

Huston talks a bit about where he was born, and how his family came to love Brooklyn. He talks about growing up in a dangerous neighborhood, the friends he made and how he got through it. 

He then talks about going into the Air Force, becoming a DJ and meeting his wife. 

Kelly also asks Huston about his family, and Huston reflects on what it means for him to be able to become a father and how special that is for him.

Huston then talks about his time working for Merrill Lynch, how he got the job initially, moving up the corporate later and the different jobs he's done for the company.

Finally, Huston recounts his experience on 9/11. He talks about experiencing the first plane hit, helping escort people to safety, as well as the effects that it's had on his life. 

But above all else; Huston S. Watson Sr. is a New Yorker. 

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by sound engineer Wolf Taylor! The duo will answer your questions about New York City.

Learn what the quietest neighborhoods are of Manhattan. Kelly and Wolf talk about the different kinds of quiet in New York City.

Kelly and Wolf talk about where the best places are to see the Cherry Blossoms! The different types of trees, and what the best times are to see them.

Wolf talks about healthcare in the city, and his experiences with free healthcare

Learn where to find information on which subway stations have elevators, and how to know if they are opperational.

While talking about the Subway, Kelly and Wolf talk about the end of the era of the metro card. Kelly gives his advice on what you should do to keep one of these soon to be collectors items.

Kelly talks about getting your ESTA. learn what you need to be able to come to the states.

Wolf gives up another one of his hidden gems in brooklyn as they talk about some of the little known places of the city. And Kelly tells you where you can go to see wild parots in brooklyn!

The show turns into the Piercast for a while as Kelly and Wolf talk about their favorite piers of the city, and the different activities you can do at them.

Finally, they talk about some of the culture of New York City in vendors liciences, if you need one, and how much they cost. As well as Taxi's where they went and why they arent as prominent anymore.

But above all else, Wolf Taylor is a New Yorker!

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by sound engineer Wolf Taylor! The duo will answer your questions about New York City.

Learn what the most affordable neighborhoods are in each burrow. And the most saught after houshold appliances that may or may not come with them.

Wolf and Kelly talk about how much rent is in the city, where it is cheaperst and what you can expect if you are looking for cheap rent.

A listener asks about live music, and Wolf gives great advice to go into the subways! there are always musicians brighting up peoples days during their travels. Kelly has some great suggestions for venues to visit.

Wolf gives Kelly all the information he needs for where to get the best cup of coffee in the city. He even gives up his favorite spot in the world for coffee, and listeners won't want to miss this.

Finally, they talk about all of the largest parks in  the city! the top 5 biggest parks will suprise you!

But above all else, Wolf Taylor is a New Yorker!

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by artist and his good friend Emily Farish!

Join them as they discuss the ever important question of where to go to the bathroom in New York City!

 They continue their bathroom adventure in Soho! Find out what the best resturaunts are for you to go and maybe even see celebrities as you do!

If you are visiting the world trade center area, learn about some great spots for amazing food, great views, and stunning bathrooms!

Kelly, Emily and Jae learn about the invention of modern plumbing! you will never guess the name of the person who popularized it. Learn where to use the bathroom if you are visiting St. Pauls church or battery park!

Finally they talk about where to go if you visit DUMBO Brooklyn or take the train to Roosevelt island. They are both very popular travel destinations where your bathroom options aren't super obvious.

But above all else plumbing is for New Yorkers.

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by artist and his good friend Emily Farish!

Join them as they discuss the ever important question of where to go to the bathroom in New York City!

They start their bathroom journey in central park. Kelly talks about the Harlem Meer and where to go around there. Emily talks about her favorite destination bathrooms around the park.

As they journey south, they talk about secret toilets that aren't on the map! Learn how to use the bathroom at the central park zoo, the MET and even the plaza hotel!

Emily also talks about how to navigate the bathrooms of Broadway. Where to go if you are traveling with elders who may have trouble with stairs. They talk about the bathrooms in the area and which are accessible.

Finally they talk about lower Manhattan: where to go on the High Line, the various parks of lower Manhattan, and a super secret bathroom that is straight out of the 1800s!

Stay tuned for even more potty breaks during part two of this episode coming soon!

But above all else, going to the bathroom is for New Yorkers.

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by Jae as they discuss some more ways that New Yorkers Travel around the city. And learn about some of the places that they travel to. 

Kelly tells Jae about Long Island City and the amazing views of Manhattan that you can find there. He tells the audience a few different ways of how to get there. Taking the 7 train, the ferry from 34th st  or from Rosevelt Island!

Kelly then talks about Yankee Stadium. Jae teaches him about the Metro North: Where you can catch the train from, how the different lines work and different reasons why you should use it. 

Kelly then talks about getting to and from the New York Airports! how to save yourself some money if you travel via public transit instead of getting a car. He tells you the options for getting to either airport. 

They then talk about The LIRR! Jae explains how peak and off-peak work, where all of the different stations are for the LIRR in the city and how it is very useful to get around long Island. 

Finally, they talk about horse-drawn carriages and pedi cabs. Learn where to get them, the best practices for getting their services, as well as some information on rides and how they work. 

And above all else; Public transportation is a proud New York Tradition! 

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by Jae's Dad: Huston Watson Sr. He is a business owner, computer engineer, DJ and a Veteran. 

Huston talks a bit about where he was born, and how his family came to love Brooklyn. He talks about growing up in a dangerous neighborhood, the friends he made and how he got through it. 

He then talks about going into the Air Force, becoming a DJ and meeting his wife. 

Kelly also asks Huston about his family, and Huston reflects on what it means for him to be able to become a father and how special that is for him.

Huston then talks about his time working for Merrill Lynch, how he got the job initially, moving up the corporate later and the different jobs he's done for the company.

Finally, Huston recounts his experience on 9/11. He talks about experiencing the first plane hit, helping escort people to safety, as well as the effects that it's had on his life. 

But above all else; Huston S. Watson Sr. is a New Yorker. 

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@NewYorkCityKopp

In this episode; Kelly is joined by his good friend Kiara Di Paola! She is a digital creator, CEO of her own tour company, and an immigrant traveling solo. But above all else... She is a New Yorker! 

Kiari tells Kelly her story: How she grew up in Italy, the time she spent living in other countries, and the work she does in New York City. 

She talks all about her first solo travel adventure. what inspired her to take the trip and how life changing it was. 

Kiari gives some exclusive tips for solo travelers. She teaches Kelly a great mnemonic device to use when preparing to take a solo trip. 

She tells Kelly about some of the adventures she has been on, as well as what the benefits are to taking a trip solo. 

Kelly ask Kiari to give the listeners some advice for solo traveling in New York City! Facebook groups to join, activities to do, and ways to stay safe in the city and around the world! 

But above all else; Kiari Lady Boss is a New Yorker.

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@NewYorkCityKopp