The New Yorkers Podcast

In this Episode, Kelly is joined by President and Founder Michael Presser!  Join them as Michael tells Kelly and Jae how he fell in love with theater. From a young age, his Aunts took him to see broadway stars as they developed shows in Philidalphia. He talks about how he knew that he wanted to move to New York to be a part of that because of those experiences.  Michael tells The New Yorkers that...

In this Episode, Kelly is Joined by Open House New York Executive Director Kristin LaBuz! Join them as Kristin tells us how she became an urban enthusiest, growing up in upstate New York. She talks about going to UPENN and studying Urban Planning. She tells us about some of the work that she's done improving communities on her way to working with Open House New York. Kelly asks Kristin about Open...

In this Episode: Kelly is joined by Civic Leader, Madelyn Wils! She was on the Tribeca Community Board, Head of the Hudson River Park Trust, and is now overseeing the 400 Million Dollar Overhaul of 5th ave.  From Kelly asking where Madelyn was from, they learn that they lived on the same block in washington Heights! Madelyn tells Kelly about her time in Television: Working in advertisment sales to...

In this episode, Kelly is joined by the founder of "NYC for Free", Rebeka Getty to discuss all of the free things that New York has to offer.  Kelly asks Rebeka how she got started on her content journey: What her origin story was, the challenges of getting a page going during covid, and how she finds the events she posts about.  Rebeka tells kelly about her favorite free events in the city, from...

In this episode, Kelly is joined by Jonathan Mahler!  He is a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, his sports journalism has been featured in the book “The Best American Sports Writing”, and he is the  author of two books: “Ladies and Gentlemen, The Bronx is Burning” as well as “The Challenge.” And his third book “The Gods of New York” is available now wherever you buy books! Join them, a...

In this episode: Kelly is joined by  Anthony Mangieri!  He is a Chef, Businessman and Pizza Connoisseur. Join them, as Anthony tells us about how he got his start in the resturaunt industry in his late teens! Anthony talks about his first buisness baking bread, and how that grew into owning his own Pizzaria. From there, Anthony talks about wanting to move his buisness to New York, and how he gaine...

In this episode: Kelly is joined by Richard Hayden! Richard is the Senior Director of Horticulture at the High Line. Join them, as Richard teaches us about the profession of gardening. He tells us about how he got into horticulture, and what it does for him. He talks about his staff and how dedicated they are to maintaining the wonderful vision of the High Line. Kelly asks Richard how the High Lin...

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 N...

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...

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 Yor...

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....

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 re...

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 spot...

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 ab...

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!...

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. ...

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. wha...

In this episode; Kelly is joined again by Bianca Bahamondes! She is the Secret Media Network's Executive editor for all of North America! She is an avid reader, and an urban connoisseur. But above all else, she is a New Yorker. For the start of this year, Kelly and Bianca talk about different things that you can do each month in the city!  Join them, as they go month by month and talk about differ...

In this episode: Kelly is joined by Giuseppe Federici or Sepps for short! He is an award wining culinary content creator, author of a vegan cookbook, and he loves his Nonna!  Sepps tells Kelly about himself: where he's from, his families history and how he got into content creation. Kelly asks Sepps about being vegan, and Sepps tells Kelly about the heartwarming story about how going vegan saved h...

In this Episode: Kelly is joined by Bianca Bahamondes! She is the Executive Editor of Secret NYC for all of North America.  They talk about what Secret NYC is and the kind of content they create. New York City History, Humor, Food and restaurants, as well as things to do in the city.  Learn about Secret NYC's stamp of approval system and find out what to look for when you're choosing your next res...

Kelly and Jae will be taking a break during the month of January. Here is one of their favorite episodes from this past year of the New Yorkers Podcast! In this episode:  Kelly is joined by executive producer Jae as they talk about their top ten favorite New York City Places! Join them as they recount memories from their time living in the city, cool and unique spots for pictures and sight seeing,...

In this episode, Kelly is joined but John Friia, to talk about the history of the holiday season in New York City!  Join them as they talk about the first Christmas tree lighting in the United States! They learn about the inventor of Christmas lights and how they became a staple to the holiday season in NYC. They then talk about t’was the night before Christmas and the development of Chelsea! How...

In this Episode, Kelly is joined by Jae as he tells us the story of why he moved to New York City. Kelly and Jae start off by talking about their week, and how busy they are. Kelly having been to the Rockefeller Center Tree lighting and taking his favorite picture in recent years. Jae talks about putting together this episode. Kelly and Jae talk about the founding of this podcast. How they started...

In this episode, Kelly is joined by John Friia! He is a digital creator, New York City historian and featured on PIX11's New York Living! Kelly asks John about his New York Story: Where he's from, What kind of content he does, and why he has such a profound interest for New York City History.  Kelly tells us about his time as a balloon handler in the Macy's Thanksgiving day Parade. How he got the...

In this episode, I chat with Arianna Sartzetakis, the creator of Uncover More , a platform that brings local arts, culture, and hidden gems to life. Arianna is, “Your hyper-local guide to experiences around the world,”.  Her approach offers a fresh way to explore the NYC & the world.   Follow Arianna Sartzetakis @uncovermore   Follow Kelly Kopp @NewYorkCityKopp