Upper West Side Corner Talk Podcast

By Lee Uehara | WLEE Media, LLCSociety & Culture Documentary News

Upper West Side Corner Talk Podcast episodes

August 05, 2023 Hardware Store Closing, Knife-Sharpening, GrammarTable Lady, Harry’s Dog Recipe Experiment, Open Streets
This is a continuation of the recapping of recent events to get all caught up! And guest co-host Harry Leff carries us through again.

Mentions:
- National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day across from Lincoln Center
- Aquarius Hardware at West 90th/Amsterdam Avenue
- Notable Fliers on Street Lamp Posts: Knife Sharpening from Pro Chef New York
- Grammar Table lady, Ellen, has a tip for us: "Stop capitalize the seasons!"
- Harry's dog ice cream recipe mix
- It's Restaurant Week (or month, rather)
- Columbus Avenue's Open Streets
- Read street signs carefully to avoid getting a parking ticket for taking up carshare service spots
- Citibike / Lyft / Revel convo

What do you think of our guest co-host and the chemistry? Send us an email and let us know.
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

20 min
August 05, 2023 Openings (That Haven’t Opened Yet); A Tree Falls on West 75th Street ; Cyclist Crash, and More!
Hosts Lee Uehara and guest co-host Harry Leff with little Enzo get you up to speed with openings, which haven't really opened yet, lol. And, they share what they know about the fallen tree on West 75th Street and throw in a tip for replacing smashed car glass for the recent spate of smash-and-grabs.

Lee and Harry also chime in about that ginormous cycling pod that took over Columbus Avenue—and the ensuing crash that occurred. Doh!
BTW, what do you think of our new guest co-host? Send us an email and let us know : )
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. You know how Lee feels about their french fries and onion rings! If you'd like to sponsor the show, Send us an email and let us know : )
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you enjoy hanging out with us. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

21 min
May 14, 2023 Japan Day Parade, Dog Fair, BIPOC Book Hut, New Nut Shop
Let's welcome a new co-host and segment to the show: Harry Leff and little Enzo reporting for our Canine Corner Talk!

Today Lee and Harry talk about the Japan Day Parade and Festival, a dog fair, and a BIPOC authors book hut.

What do you think of our new co-host and segment? Send us an email via our addy below!
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

9 min
February 16, 2023 Wafels and Wifi, Oh My!
In today's episode, you'll meet Ransil, who manages the new Wafels & Dinges location at West 79th Street on Columbus Avenue. He talks about Venezuelan hot dogs, too!

W & D's sole storefront in Manhattan opens at 8AM and also serves wine and beer. And, did Lee mention there is wifi?!
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

6 min
January 22, 2023 Cookies, Memorial at West 108th Street, Chopped Cheese Sandwiches, State of Columbus Gourmet
Today Lee talks about where to get a good chopped cheese sandwich and what's up with the former Columbus Gourmet.

Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

10 min
December 31, 2022 Random Bench Dedication, Best Soft-Serve, Another Cookie Joint?
Today Lee shares a random bench-sighting in Central Park and talks about good soft-serve ice cream!

Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

5 min
December 21, 2022 Happy Holidays! Santa on a Bike and More Cookies?!
Today Lee shares who she saw on a bike and which cookie company is opening on January 5th. And, Utopia Diner is giving away free meals on Christmas Day—be sure to call them for details: 212-873-6233.

Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

5 min
April 23, 2021 West 111th Street Swap & Shop and Lost Dog is FOUND!
Today we'll learn about the West 111th Block Association's event this weekend as well as find out whether Tiger, that lost dog on West 98th Street and Broadway was found.
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
Notable Fliers on Street Lamp Posts

First up is the West 111th Street Block Association's Swap & Shop event on Saturday, April 24th at 12pm. Dan McSweeney tells us all about it. Just one thing: Only donate items in good condition! For more information: www.w111thStreet.org.

Next, Tiger, that lost dog from West 98th Street and Broadway, is no longer lost! They said he was found the next day! Yay!
Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.
- Take a podcasting class with Lee. She offers live classes on the last Friday of eveyr month. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Please say something and do something about Asian/Asian American hate and discrimination.
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

6 min
March 19, 2021 Shakespeare in the Park, Half-Marathon in Central Park, WSSL Leadership Change
Wahoo: Shakespeare in the Park is ON, there was a half-marathon in Central Park and another to come this Sunday, and there is a new commissioner for the West Side Soccer League.
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
This Just in From the Mayor:
-- Mayor Bill De Blasio says the city is on track with the vaccination doses given to city residents. He received a Johnson + Johnson vaccination during the press conference.
-- The mayor and Gov. Andrew Cuomo seem to be back at it.

Here’s What’s Cooking in Restaurant News:
-- Less news here, and more of an observation about how to order and pay the bill at some restaurants.

Shout-Outs
- Thank yous to some IG followers of the show!
- Our IG handle is now @uwscornertalk!
- Russ Mitera, voice artist who does the show's segment drops

Arts and Entertainment:
- Shakespeare in the Park is ON: July 5 - August 29th; Merry Wives is the production.
-Half-marathons are being offered in Central Park by City Tri. Winner of this past Sunday's race is Irene Kalbian, who came all the way from Philadelphia to run. Congratulations, Irene!
- Some skateboarders outfitted their rides with patio chairs and were zooming up the bike lane on Central Park West. (See our Instagram feed for the pic!)
- Riverside Park Conservancy is hiring all types of gardeners and park staff! Send your cover letter and resume HERE.

Local School and Family News:
- The state tests for public school students are expected to be administered this year, after all. Please stay tuned for the details.
- West Side Soccer League, the largest AYSO branch in the country, is now under new leadership. After more than five years of service, Commissioner Meredith Berkowitz says she handed over the reins to Vilda Mayuga and will stay on as an advisor. Congratulations on your next chapter, Meredith!
- Booker T. Washington Middle School will host a Teacher Talent Show fundraiser. Click HERE for tickets.

Listener Opportunities
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE.
- Take a podcasting class with Lee. She offers live classes on the last Friday of eveyr month. Click HERE.

Favors:
- Please say something and do something about Asian/Asian American hate and discrimination.
- Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one!
- Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : )
Show Sponsor:
- This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
- Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE.
- Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

19 min
March 07, 2021 Columbus Avenue Hoarder Gives Comment, Adopt a Dog Event, IG is Fastest
Thank you for your patience!

The Columbus Avenue hoarder gives a quick comment as a DSNY team begins to remove his belongings and correspondent Harry Leff tells us about the dog event at Athleta.
Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. Their outdoor seating is now heated and has decorative lights. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.

Mental Health Resources:
NYC Well: The city has set up a hotline AND clearinghouse for mental health resources. Click HERE, too.

Favor:
Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.

Show Sponsor:
This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.
Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.
Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:
Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: [email protected]. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.
You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.

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