“The Big Apple” is New York City’s most popular nickname. But where does it come from? In this episode Epicenter Editorial Director, Danielle Hyams, talks to writer and artist, Regi Taylor, about his work uncovering the history of the term. Regi has spent years researching its origins and the crucial role that Harlem played – not just in creating it, but in popularizing it. Now, he wants to get Black New Yorkers the recognition they deserve.

Ever wonder how New York City got universally dubbed “The Big Apple?”: https://epicenter-nyc.com/ever-wonder-how-new-york-city-got-universally-dubbed-the-big-apple/ 

Epicenter-NYC membership: https://checkout.fundjournalism.org/memberform?org_id=epicenternyc&campaign=7018a000000yJx6AA 

Our intro music: http://karavikamusic.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.