Commuters of New York City MTA's subway system reminisce on their most memorable moments riding on one of the largest public transit systems in the world. 

Dance Off - In the zone and feeling the music around the haters.

The Rat Pack - Subway riders don't usually get to see into the exclusive rooms underground, but this is what happened when one did.

The Unanimous Choice - Commuter's were all on the same page during this particular ride.

Commuter Commiseration - From frustration to laughs with an off-duty MTA employee. 

Unexplainable - There's running in this one.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: F Train, L Train, N Train, Q Train

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Commuters of New York City MTA's subway system reminisce on their most memorable moments riding on one of the largest public transit systems in the world.

The Familiar Uncle - Trippin' with the fam on the train.

Love in the Time of Gremlin Mode - Late night surprises.

Return Policy - Receipt on deck, but can this be returned?

Stranger Support - When help is needed, help is given.

Ticket to Nowhere - Dude was going, going, gone.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: 2 Train, 5 Train, 6 Train, A Train, L Train

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Commuter tales full of surprises, realizations and lasting memories. 

Coincidentally Everlasting - Realizations on a crowded train.

Finger Messaging - Fingers, Feelings, Feet – oh my.

Young, Dumb and Dirty - Not thinking in a dark subway car back in the 90's.

Unexpected Drop In - A rush hour surprise for all.

Notorious' Death - Back in 1997, rapper Biggie Smalls died, this commuter found out on the A train. Click here to watch animated version.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: A Train, 6 Train

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After inviting you all to share your subway experiences, I have finally added some of my most memorable stories to the archive.

Inception - How 'The Subway Portraits' project began.

Lucid Nostalgia - Animals, art, and anxiety – my earliest memory of riding on NYC's subway. 

Unlawful Chivalry - Pandemic restitution for all. 

Broke Dancer - This dude is going to dance no matter what.

Da Voice - A voice that changed this commute.

ILY - Romance on the uptown D. 

Graceful - The 180 experience.

Buggin' Out - No bugs were harmed during this experience.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: 1 Train, D Train

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These tales are as wild and unexpected as any subway ride.

Magic Words - An unexpected trick makes a funny trip.

Yak Attack - The title says it all.

Light 'Em Up - A tragic display of karma.

Welcome to the Gun Show - This dudes piece left a lasting impression.

It’s Electric - Another one bites the dust.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: 1 Train, D Train, L Train

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Earrings, a short promise, and bouncy motions… these tales are as wild and unexpected as any subway ride could be.

The Train Bounce - Guys in this train car stomped to a very particular beat.

Hoop There It Is - The cutie on this ride made a daring move, but it’s not what you think.

Heated But Chilled - Tensions rise almost as fast as they wind down. Click here to watch animated version.

Mind Thy Neighbor -  No signs or warnings, so he took the seat.

The Promise - Second place is just as nice.

Open Mic - Sometimes conductors aren’t the only ones making announcements.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: 1 Train, 2 Train, D Train, L Train

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Listen to the newest batch of tales from New York City's subway riders.

Snack and Stare -  G Train, This passenger maintains impeccable eye contact while eating an unusual snack. Click here to watch animated version.

Triggered - D train, Back in the 90’s this teen’s spidey sense tingled.

Change Gon’ Come - F Train, Someone looking for change was actually looking for something else.

We’ve All Been There - R/N/W Train, Camaraderie where you don’t want it.

First Time Frazzles - Path to MTA, Riding the subway at Penn Station can be overwhelming.

Mask Off  - C Train, Pandemic tensions rise when a mask-less passenger boards the train.

Escaping the Stench - E train, Can these riders make a great escape?

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: C Train, D Train, E Train, F Train, G Train, R/N/W Train

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Halloween tales from the subway, plus other tales so wild — they may as well have been on a creepy Halloween night!

Thrown Then Blown -  L Train, When recycling isn’t the best option.

Showtime Academy - L Train, A behind the scene glimpse into the world of subway car dancers.

Adventure Times - F Train, Multiple subway acts on this train make it a classic NYC ride.

I Hear It’s Good Luck - Q Train, An unideal Halloween treat on this train platform marks the start of Scorpio season. Click here to watch animated version.

No Place Like Home - M Train, Everyone wants to go home, no matter whose it is.

The Indecent Proposal - 1 Train, In an empty train car, does this commuter bite at these wild propositions?

Multiple Personalities - M Train, The Matrix gets super meta for this trio.

The Normal Woman - E Train, A sure way to get a seat on a crowded train.

MTA LINES MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: 1 Train, E Train, F Train, L Train, M Train, Q Train

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This week we’re sharing the following stories:

Caffeine Kick - Spilled coffee leads to a traumatic experience.

No Filter - Contemporary portraiture goes wrong.

Doppelgänger or Nah? - A serendipitous spotting redefined this relationship.

Back to Back on the Track - Is the 7 dangerous?

Slowing Down Time - Law school anxieties get settled on the train.

The Unsolved Mystery - This is why your train was delayed. Click here to watch animated version. 

MTA lines mentioned: 1 Train, 7 Train, E Train, J Train, N Train

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The show's debut features the following stories:

What a Day - Chaos ensues when a bloody stranger wants to steal third base. Click here to watch animated version.

MTA lines mentioned this episode: 1 Train, 2 Train, F Train, Q Train

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