They Had Fun: New York City Stories
They Had Fun: New York City Stories is a weekly podcast celebrating life in New York City. Each episode features a story from a real New Yorker about their most fun experiences in the city. It touches on themes like love, success, everyday chaos, possibilities, and pizza. The show is made for anyone who loves New York, misses New York, or lives there and needs a reminder of what makes it special.
Episodes
Debt Heads... with Rachel Webster and Jamie Feldman
On this week's episode, co-guests (!) and co-hosts of the podcast Debt Heads, Rachel Webster and Jamie Feldman, tell us about heading out for a night in 90s NYC with no plans, and winding up at a sold-out Moby show!Check out Rachel, Jamie, and Debt Heads on InstagramHave fun like RachelDonate to NYPLCheck out this week's Rachel's Recs on our Substack!What did you think of this week&
The Great American Challenge... with Matt Guidice
On this week's episode, the man behind Deep Dive NY, Matt Guidice, tells us about the time he competed in the "Great American Challenge" for his birthday in Brooklyn!Check out Matt on Instagram and Deep Dive NYHave fun like MattDonate to Slice Out HungerDeep Dive Queens launched, go have some fun!Photo of the party!This week's Rachel's Recs on our SubstackWhat did you thin
Vomit Table... with Eliza Rothstein
On this week's season ten premiere episode, bartender and food and drinks reporter, Eliza Rothstein, tells us about the time she did shrooms in Greenpoint, stumbled onto Manhattanhenge, and then closed out the night with a less-than-savory table setting!Check out Eliza on Instagram and at Zimmi'sHave fun like ElizaDonate to JFREGTo see our weekly Rachel's Recs, subscribe to our Subs
The Tooth Still Stands... with Lacie Porta
On this week's season nine finale episode, floral artist (and wife of previous guest!), Lacie Porta, tells us about the time she went out all night in Bushwick with her best friend, got locked out, someone lost a tooth, and she met a crush! Check out Lacie on InstagramHave fun like LacieDonate to Ancient Song Doula ServicesPic of chipped tooth!!This week's Rachel's Recs: Pioneer Sun
Wedding Day Baby... with Jamie Zelermyer
On this week's episode, content producer and host of the podcast, I Was Never There, Jamie Zelermyer, tells us about the time she got married at City Hall and gave birth on the same day!Check out Jamie on Instagram & I Was Never There podcastHave fun like Jamie? Donate to God's Love We DeliverThis week's Rachel's Recs: Summer Streets and BomiWhat did you think of this week&
The Chaos Was Too Powerful... with Kate Helen Downey
On this week's episode, host of the podcast, Cramped, and cofounder of Caveat NYC, Kate Helen Downey, tells us about the time she snuck into the under-construction Barclays Center!Check out Kate on InstagramHave fun like Kate?Donate to Planned Parenthood NYThis week's Rachel's Recs: Veronica's & NYC DonateWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instagr
Statute Of Limitiations... with Moses Gates
On this week's episode, urban planner and professional New Yorker, Moses Gates, tells us about the time he explored the Manhattan Bridge with friends in a way most people never have...Check out Moses on InstagramHave fun like Moses?Donate to New York Immigration Coalition This week's Rachel's Recs: Rude Mouth & riding a bike!We'll be back July 23rd!What did you think of thi
Project Feel... with Anthony Alvarez
On this week's episode, filmmaker and founder of Project Feel, Anthony Alvarez, tells us about the time he went to The Meadows music festival in Queens and met someone who would change his life...Check out Anthony on Instagram Have fun like Anthony?Donate to Street Service NYThis week's Rachel's Recs: Gypsy on Broadway & Emerging Music FestivalWhat did you think of this week'
New York Is The Best Partner In The World... With Becka Dots
On this week's episode, founder of Open Book, Becka Dots, tells us about the time she ran into Patti Smith on the street and somehow maintained composure!Check out Becka on InstagramHave fun like Becka?Donate to Callen LordeGo to the next Open Book event on 6/18!This week's Rachel's Recs: Glen Ligon at Brant Foundation & Hani's BakeryWhat did you think of this week's ep
The Cyclone... with Megan Graham
On this week's episode, founder of Ries, Megan Graham, tells us about the time she went on a long bike ride with friends and wound up at a Cyclones game in Coney Island, then rode the Cyclone, and then popped into Romanoff's for dinner and fire escapades!Check out Megan on Instagram Have fun like MeganDonate to The DoorPic of the crew at Romanoff's!This week's Rachel's Rec
Booze Eyes... with Laura Regan
On this week's episode, founder of The Footlight Presents, Laura Regan, tells us about her bachelorette party that happened to be the same night her band broke up live on stage!Check out Laura on InstagramHave fun like LauraDonate to The Footlight Presents (they're a 501c3!)Become a Footlight monthly member, buy their merch, and attend their Pride Cabaret event this Sunday!This week&apos
Basement Boys... with Louis Amadeus Dain Jensen
On this week's episode, creative director and artist, Louis, tells us about the time his old pals visited New York and they had quite a go of it with stops in Buswhick, Bed Stuy, Dumbo, LES, Greenpoint, and more! Check out Louis on InstagramHave fun like LouisDonate to Release RecoveryThis week's Rachel's Recs: Elsewhere rooftop & the Dou Dou shot from HudaListen to Vishwas&apos
Nobody Loves Leaving A Party More Than Me... with Edward Barbini
On this week's episode, comedy writer (and my friend!) Edward Barbini tells us about a perfect summer day he spent swimming in Broad Channel, drinking beers, going to a Mets game, having dinner with friends, and more! Check out Edward on InstagramHave fun like EdwardDonate to Amazin' Mets FoundationThis week's Rachel's Recs: taco trucks off the Jefferson L & Kellogg's
The Great Saunter... with Arielle Nissenblatt
On this week's episode, podcast production queen, Arielle Nissenblatt, tells us about the time (or three) she participated in The Great Saunter around the entire perimeter of Manhattan!Check out Arielle on Instagram and her newsletter EarbudsHave fun like ArielleDonate to Shore walkers NYCThis week's Rachel's Recs: Bar Veloce & 12th Street AlehouseWhat did you think of this week
The Future Is Now... with Tyler Wetherall
On this week's season nine premiere and 100TH EPISODE, journalist and author, Tyler Wetherall, tells us about the time she did ecstasy with friends at House of Yes and met a boy on the dance floor that she wound up spending the night with!Check out Tyler on InstagramHave fun like TylerDonate to The Center for FictionBuy Tyler's book! & Pic of her on the dance floor that night!This we
For The Girls... with Gabriela Lawrence
On this week's episode, the cofounder of Doce Mezcal, Gabriela Lawrence, tells us about the time she spent a day gallivanting around New York City with her girlies! Featuring lots of shopping, afternoon drinks, hotel hangs, martinis, meeting a random man who took them back to his mansion, and more!Check out Gabriela on Instagram & DoceHave fun Like GabrielaDonate to NY Common PantryThis w
Lady Litterby... with Jackson Farmar
On this week's episode, young professional who's #opentowork, Jackson Farmar, tells us about the time he did shrooms on Governor's Island with his brother and started to see the city in a new way!Check out Jackson on InstagramHave fun like JacksonDonate to The Jericho ProjectThis week's Rachel's Recs: our Season Eight Finale Party & all & sundryWhat did you think o
Follow Your Nose... with Scott Wiener
On this week's episode, owner and operator of Scott's Pizza Tours, Scott Wiener, tells us about the time he walked Manhattan from top to bottom with his friend and stopped at food stands, pizza shops, ice cream trucks, and bars along the way!Check out Scott on InstagramHave fun like Scott?Donate to Slice Out HungerThis week's Rachel's Recs: Mano's & GO OUTSIDEWhat did
Warehouse Shenanigans... with Hannah Frishberg
On this week's episode, WNYC and Gothamist reporter, Hannah Frishberg, tells us about a night in high school she spent at an abandoned warehouse in Red Hook with friends, booze, foreign exchange students and more!Check out Hannah on Instagram & read her articleHave fun like Hannah?Donate to WNYCThis week's Rachel's Recs: Heartbeat Opera & Hundred Weight Ice and YouTube video
Grab Life By The Balls... with Vexta
On this week's episode, artist and coach, Vexta, tells us about the time she got hired to do the artwork for Governor's Ball on her birthday! She invited friends to help out, gifted them VIP passes, and then slipped a hundred to a random van driver to take them around Brooklyn all night!Check out Vexta on InstagramHave fun like VextaDonate to Make The Road NYThis week's Rachel'
Communal Release... with Andy Hollander
On this week's episode, the founder of Aroastia Coffee, Andy Hollander, tells us about the time he saw his first live show post-COVID in Queens and realized there was still hope and fun to be had in NYC! Check out Andy on InstagramHave fun like Andy and see the SubtonicsDonate to City HarvestThis week's Rachel's Recs: Tableau Vivant at Sculpture Center & Leroy'sWhat did you
I'll Be Buried Here... with Emilia Petrarca
On this week's episode, fashion and culture writer, Emilia Petrarca, tells us about when she rented a trolley for her birthday and all of her friends in Greenwood Cemetery!Check out Emilia on Instagram and her Substack, ShopratHave fun like EmiliaDonate to Housing Worksa pic of Emilia at the cemetery!This week's Rachel's Recs: Donate to the owners of City Chemist in Williamsburg, Ci
Everyone Deserves A Seat At The Bar... with Chris Cardone
On this week's episode, bartender and founder of Continuous Beverage Solutions, Chris Cardone, tells us about the never-ending first date he took his now girlfriend on with stops at Il Buco, Employees Only, Vic's, Raines Law Room, and more!Check out Chris on InstagramHave fun like ChrisDonate to NYC Hospitality Alliance Sign up for Chris' Valentine's-themed cocktail class he&ap
90 Day Fiancé... with Liz Lindenmeier
On this week's episode, founder of Lit and Lean and Coffee and Chill NYC, Liz Lindenmeier, tells us about the time she attended the 90 Day Fiancé tenth anniversary party in the Meatpacking District and got to meet (and was starstruck by) the stars from the show! Check out Liz on InstagramHave fun like LizDonate to Accent Dance This week's Rachel's Recs: you tell me!What did you thin
Type Two Fun... with Jeremy Rho
On this week's episode, student, actor, writer, and bartender at Good Guys, Jeremy Rho, tells us about the time he got bamboozled into seeing a standup comedy show in Times Square but wound up having some fun of his own when his friend and he pretended to be a couple celebrating their ten year anniversary!Check out Jeremy on InstagramHave fun like Jeremy? Donate to Comedy Gives BackThis week&
Everyone Was Crying With Joy... with Matt Levy
On this week's episode, the founder of Covert Cocktail Club and Spread Love Tours, Matt Levy, tells us about the time he hosted a family on one of his Brooklyn tours in Sheepshead Bay and had a once-in-a-lifetime experience being invited into someone's home. Check out Matt on InstagramHave fun like MattDonate to New York CaresIf you want to book Matt's upcoming cocktail class on Jan
Sneaking Into Studio 54... with Christopher Korey
On this week's season eight premiere episode, creative director and owner of CKC New York, Christopher Korey, tells us about the time he snuck into Bianca Jagger's birthday party at Studio 54!Check out Christopher on InstagramHave fun like Christopher?Donate to The Fortune SocietyThe horse!This week's Rachel's Recs: Blick on 4th Ave. & Dryden Gallery and FramingWhat did you
*RERELEASE* Day Drinking Is The Best Drinking... with Ben Gollan
Surprise... we're rereleasing our season four premiere episode as it features a wildly fun, hilarious Thanksgiving story! Don't forget, we're back for season eight next Wednesday, Dec 4th. Go have some fun this holiday weekend.In this episode, the founder of A Man and His Sandwich food tours, Ben Gollan, tells us about celebrating Thanksgiving as an expat in NYC with your adopted fa
I Already Had My New Year's Eve Last Night... with Chris
On this week's season seven finale episode, media professional, Chris, tells us about going out on New Year's Eve Eve to a pool party at the Grace Hotel- Cirque du Soleil, Catholic radio DJs, and sauna hookups all included! Check out Chris on InstagramHave fun like Chris?Donate to Planned Parenthood NYCThis week's Rachel's Rec: walking Manhattan top to bottom!We'll be back
Facilitating The Craziness... with Lucas Walters
On this week's episode, partner of The Commodore, Lucas Walters, tells us about the 2003 Blackout and how he made the most of it by meeting friends in front of their school, walking the bridge to BK, doing shrooms in Williamsburg, walking along the East River waterfront and then heading to Park Slope as the sun came up!Check out Lucas on Instagram and The CommodoresHave fun like Lucas?Donate
Glitter Is The STD Of Arts & Crafts... with Lauren Passell
On this week's episode, founder of Tink Media, Lauren Passell, tells us about a Halloween night when her then crush (now husband) drunkenly disappeared in a bear custom and she had to traverse the city to find him!Check out Lauren on InstagramHave fun like LaurenDonate to the LES Girls Clubpic of Lauren and her husband on Halloween night!This week's Rachel's Recs: Sen Saigon & T
The Perfect Version Of Me... with Brett Leveridge
On this week's episode, author and humorist, Brett Leveridge, tells us about the time he joked his way into Annie Leibovitz doing a photo shoot with him in the streets of New York for free!Check out Cladrite Radio, Marxfest, and Brett's bookHave fun like Brett?Donate to Bowery MissionThis week's Rachel's Recs: Flushing Ave bike path & Subway Time appWhat did you think of th
You Have To Be A Member Of The Players Club... with Thomas R. Gordon
On this week's episode, Artistic Director of the Gene Frankel Theatre, Thomas R. Gordon, tells us about attending a Shakespeare celebration at the famed Players Club that ends with a members-only jaunt in Gramercy Park!Check out Thomas on InstagramHave fun like ThomasDonate to The Gene Frankel Theatre at 24 Bond ArtsThis week's Rachel's Recs: Deux Chats & The Wallace HotelWhat d
Turn It On And Off... with Brandon Heard
On this week's episode, the founder of Pike, Brandon Heard, tells us about attending the premiere party for his new app at a once-closed New York hotspot. DJ's, swag bags, after parties, and a BK Bridge taxi ride home...Check out Brandon and Pike on InstagramHave fun like BrandonDonate to Friends of The Upper East SideThis week's Rachel's Recs: Abraço & March & KarmaWha
When You Need It, We're Always There... with Alex Porta
On this week's episode, New York City firefighter, Alex Porta, tells us about a July 4th celebration on the roof of a Bushwick loft that includes guests from skateboarders to landlords, to children living in the building, to the FDNY, all enjoying the fireworks together!Check out Alex on InstagramHave fun like Alex?Donate to Friends Of FirefightersThis week's Rachel's Recs: Voluntee
You Have To Dress Like A Slut... with Zach Grear
On this week's episode, artist and writer, Zach Grear, tells us about a summer day spent day-drinking through Brooklyn that ends with a live New Order concert and a makeout sesh!Check out Zach on InstagramHave fun like ZachDonate to The Leslie-Lohman Museum of ArtThis week's Rachel's Recs: US Open & Saraghina CaffeWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Ins
Party Car... with Kelly Sullivan
On this week's episode, bar manager and co-host of the FOH podcast, Kelly Sullivan, tells us about the time she made a day of going to The Rockaways with no plans, and wound up on a party subway car home! Check out Kelly and FOH on InstagramHave fun like KellyDonate to RWCFThis weeks Rachel’s Recs: St. Jardim & grace landWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instag
Everyone Hates Broker's Fees... with Tanya Fazal
On this week's episode, actress trapped in a corporate marketer's body, Tanya Fazal, tells us about the time she went to a bar to apply for a job, struck up a convo with a patron, went to a concert with him instead, and found out that new friend was Micheal Imperioli!Check out Tanya on InstagramHave fun like Tanya? Donate to La MamaThis week's Rachel's Recs: Summer Streets and
Manhattan Is A Playground... with Annie Korzen
On this week's episode, 85-year-old TikTok star and author, Annie Korzen, tells us about growing up in New York City and about the time she stumbled on a street fair on the Upper West Side filled with people dancing in the street to music from none other than Tito Puente!Check out Annie on TikTokHave fun like Annie? Donate to the B+ FoundationBuy Annie's book!!This week's Rachel&apo
Ingiddied in New York City... with Joe Petersen
On this week's season seven premiere, actor and voiceover artist, Joe Petersen, tells us about about taking the "10" theme of his 30th birthday to extremes. Including beers in Prospect Park, a scavenger hunt, dive bars in Brooklyn, new friends, random tattoos, and more!Check out Joe on InstagramHave fun like JoeDonate to Broadway CaresThis week's Rachel's Recs: our Season
Cheer Up Clayton James... with Clay Sears
PLEASE fill out our subscription survey!! Would love to hear from YOU.On this week's episode, beverage director at Virginia's, Clay Sears, tells us about getting called on stage to perform at Mercury Lounge during a Little Stranger sold-out show! Check out Clay on Instagram & at Virginia's and Romeo'sHave fun like ClayDonate to ROAR New YorkVideo of Clay performing at the s
A Brooklyn Bridge Sunrise... with Camryn Self
On this week's episode, manager at Alex Mill, Camryn Self, tells us about waking up early with all her clothes on and deciding to make the most of it by heading out to the Brooklyn Bridge... with a few surprise experiences and guests along the way!Check out Camryn on InstagramHave fun like Camryn?Donate to The Brooklyn Bridge ParkThis week's Rachel's Recs: The Conservatory Garden &a
How Big Are These Balloons Going To Be... with Emmy Jo
On this week's episode, singer and songwriter, Emmy Jo, tells us about having a childhood dream come true of attending the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!Check out Emmy Jo on Instagram and her music on SpotifyHave fun like Emmy JoDonate to Kids Rock for KidsThis week's Rachel's Recs: a CitiBike Story & a Croatian Supper ClubEmmy Jo at the parade with her husband & with
My ADHD Loves New York... with Tammy Frieson
On this week's episode, student and aspiring journalist, Tammy Frieson, tells us about spending her budget for the week on tickets to see Catherine Russell at Birdland Jazz with friends! Check out Tammy on InstagramHave fun like TammyDonate to The Center for Reproductive RightsThis week's Rachel's Recs: Anabel Basin & Noguchi MuseumWhat did you think of this week's episode?T
Different Is The Default... with Megan Keaveny
On this week's episode, founder of NWCMR, Megan Keaveny, tells us about starting a lovely New York City day with an IUD appointment and deciding to make a day of it by getting drinks with her crush, rooftop hangs with friends, a new outfit, a run-in with dudewithsign, and ending with a James Hype show at Schimanski in Williamsburg!Check out Meg on Instagram and NWCMRHave fun like MegDonate to
Dungeon Orgy... with Marley Gotterer
On this week's episode, comedian and NYC it girl, Marley Gotterer, tells us about starting a night out at a friend's parent's brownstone, heading to Stonewall to keep the party going, and then attending a sex party in Chelsea!Check out Marley on Instagram and her show Marley's Mind at Knitting FactoryHave fun like Marley?Donate to Cecilia's Legacy FundThis week's Rach
Have A Great Night My Daughter... with Bryony Ella
On this week's episode, artist, Bryony Ella, tells us about taking a long, unplanned walk throughout downtown Manhattan to honor her mother's life with stops for lunch, street musician performances, a Guinness, shopping, and an unexpected, mysterious run-in on the bridge back home!Check out Bryony on Instagram and her project Melting MetropolisHave fun like BryonyDonate to We Act Join on
I Just Call Myself An Enthusiastic Groover... with Elaine Bell
On this week's episode, actress, intimacy director, and artist, Elaine Bell, tells us about getting to attend one of her idol's Broadway dance classes shortly after moving to the city!Check out Elaine on Instagram and at Don't Tell Mama on April 2ndHave fun like ElaineDonate to The National Queer TheatreThis week's Rachel's Rec: Wine Week!What did you think of this week
Doing Things... with Mia Rose Nardi-Huffman
On this week's episode, musician and violinist, Mia Rose Nardi-Huffman, tells us about deciding to move to New York City, even in the face of a tragic passing. And then about the time she spent a summer day exploring all of New York City with family including stops in Greenpoint, Central Park, the West Village, and an unfortunate but memorable late-night comedy set!Check out Mia Rose on Insta
Do Something... with Ryan Lynch
On this week's episode, the producer of Oops The Podcast and new comedian, Ryan Lynch, tells us about "attending" a fashion week event in Brooklyn and getting bombarded by paparazzi!Check out Ryan on InstagramHave fun like Ryan?Donate to Comedy Gives BackRyan's paparazzi. pics. & videoThis week's Rachel's Recs: Portrait Bar & PalmettoWhat did you think of this
First Time At House Of Yes I Went In The Naked Jacuzzi... with Leila Dayan
On this week's season six premiere, restaurant professional, Leila Dayan, tells us about a lovely spring day in NYC that starts with a picnic in Brooklyn, a rooftop hang, dancing in Bushwick, a naked jacuzzi, and a saving grace MTA bus at the end of the night!Check out Leila on InstagramHave fun like LeilaDonate to the Restaurant Workers' Community FoundationThis week's Rachel'
Friday Night At Santos Party House... with Jennifer Roman-Matito
On this week's season five finale episode, cofounder of Mothers Milk, Jennifer Roman-Matito, tells us about an epic night out that features appearances by Kid Cudi, Drake, after-hours bars, dancing, a 7am diner breakfast, and more!Check out Jennifer on Instagram and Mothers MilkHave fun like JenniferDonate to Project BarkadaThis week's Rachel's Rec: our Season Five Finale Party, com
Trolley Pizza Party... with Ariana Nathani
On this week's episode, host and founder of Drinks First, Ariana Nathani, tells us about her family moving to NYC, growing up between the Upper West and East Side, and her 26th pizza-trolley birthday party with stops at four Brooklyn pizza spots and free adult beverages for the crowd!Check out Ariana on Instagram and Drinks FirstHave. Fun. Like. Ariana.Donate to SakhiTikTok of the bday trolle
Still A Tourist... with Andrew Muscarella
On this week's episode, cohost of the Good Children podcast, Andrew Muscarella, tells us about his first-ever Pride in New York City! With stops at Berry Park, Stonewall Inn, the waterfront, and maybe even a good night kiss!Check out Andrew on Instagram and Good ChildrenHave fun like AndrewDonate to Ali Forney CenterThis week's Rachel's Recs: Achilles Heel & Fanelli CafeWhat did
You Won't Be Able To Shake New York Out Of Me... with Joe Franquinha
On this week's episode, second-generation owner of Crest Hardware, Joe Franquinha, tells us about his family history in the neighborhood, bringing back the beloved Crest Hardware Art Show, and getting an unexpected invite to a Lee Quinones art show with special appearances from Luis Guzman and Rosie Perez!Check out Joe on Instagram and Crest HardwareHave fun like Joe?Donate to Brooklyn Youth
Anywhere Else Is Not New York... with Kurt Maitland
On this week's episode, author and whiskey expert, Kurt Maitland, tells us about accidentally getting locked out of an apartment but deciding to make the most of it and explore all of Manhattan with some friends!Check out Kurt on Instagram and Manhattan Whiskey ClubHave fun like Kurt? Donate to New York CaresThis week's Rachel's Recs: walking Bank Street & Waverly InnWhat did yo
Three For Three... with Riley Mulherkar
On this week's episode, trumpeter and musician, Riley Mulherkar, tells us about visiting New York during his senior year of high school for the Essentially Ellington competition, only to find out he had a last-minute audition at Juilliard, and THEN coming back to play with one of his idols, Wynton Marsalis! Check out Riley on Instagram and more info on his debut album releaseHave fun like Ril
I'm A Whale Person... with Roya Shanks
On this week's episode, voiceover artist, actress, fashion original, and maître d' at The Odeon, Roya Shanks, tells us about remembering who she is and why she loves New York while on a whale-watching excursion in The Rockaways!Check out Roya on Instagram and at The OdeonHave fun like RoyaDonate to NY Marine Rescue CenterThis week's Rachel's Recs: Happy Hour at Decades and ridi
Believe In New York, Invest In New York... with Jack Coyne
On this week's episode, filmmaker and host of Public Opinion, Jack Coyne, tells us about his tour 'o New York bachelor party including multiple stops throughout Queens and a spontaneous run-in with a priest in Coney Island! Check out Jack on InstagramHave fun like JackDonate to The Bowery MissionThis week's budget Rachel's Recs: Nudibranch happy hour and Sao MaiWhat did you thi
New York Invented It All... with Zach Schiffman
On this week's episode, writer and comedian, Zach Schiffman, tells us about attending an exclusive premiere party for Cat Cohen at The Georgia Room only to have his night thwarted by his best friend who had a few too many martinis!Check out Zach on Instagram and at his show this FridayHave fun like ZachDonate to the NY Writer's Coalition This week's budget Rachel's Recs: Apero
Hometown Is Trash, New York City Is What It's All About... with Robbie Guevarra
On this week's episode, home cook and finalist on America's Test Kitchen: The Next Generation, Robbie Guevarra, tells us about attending a Robyn party at Brooklyn Bowl only to find out the star herself is coming and then having a dance-off onstage with her!Check out Robbie on Instagram Have fun like RobbieDonate to New AlternativesVideo of Robbie's dance-off with Robyn!!This week&ap
The Good Always Outweighs The Bad... with Kilolo Strobert
On this week's episode, the owner of Fermented Grapes in Prospect Heights and wine expert, Kilolo Strobert, tells us a very spooky story about a Harlem night in high school filled with rain storms and Ouija Board revelations! Check out Kilolo on Instagram and Fermented GrapesHave fun like Kilolo?Donate to Wine on WheelsThis week's Rachel's Recs: Flying Fox Tavern and Loreley Beer Ga
An Artist's Date In NYC... with Sari Botton
On this week's season five premiere episode, author and editor of Never Can Say Goodbye and Goodbye to All That, Sari Botton, tells us about a day spent in NYC entirely alone: a hotel room, walking around endlessly, Chinese noodles, stalking old apartments, Vietnamese dinner, an off-off-Broadway show and so much more! Check out Sari on Instagram and at Oldster MagazineHave fun like SariDonate
Biden Wins... with Madame Vivien V
On this week's season four finale episode, international superstar and NYC nightlife icon, Madame Vivien V, tells us about celebrating Biden's win in the city: partying with friends in Williamsburg, biking to Hell's Kitchen, jumping on a party bus in Bushwick, and seeing something truly special when the sun came up! Check out Madame Vivien V on Instagram and every Wednesday at 11pm
DIY Decadence... with Jason Diamond
On this week's episode, author and journalist, Jason Diamond, takes us on a wild ride from the Russian bathhouses in the East Village to a bar mitzvah in Brighton Beach to making a new friend in a bar and ending with a subway ride home alone... an epic NYC journey!Check out Jason on InstagramHave fun like Jason?Donate to UJA Federation of New YorkWhat did you think of this week's episode?
Delusional Optimism... with Adrian Vazquez
On this week's episode, NYC creator, Adrian Vazquez, tells us about making up a huge party that doesn't exist to get Mike Majlak to hang out with him, only to have to actually make it happen!Check out Adrian on InstagramHave fun like Adrian?Donate to Sing for HopeWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instagram, YouTube, and our website 🥳
Modern Day Fred Astaire... with Craig Shapiro
On this week's episode, the host of the Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast, Craig Shapiro, tells us why you really shouldn't miss the US Open this year. And about gallivanting around New York City with his friend, Ryan Gosling, until making one big mistake... Check out Craig on Instagram and his podcastHave fun like Craig?Donate to New York Junior & Tennis LearningWhat did you think of th
SHORTIES... with Vishwas Wesley
On this week's episode, the General Manager of Fairfax in the West Village, Vishwas Wesley, tells us about meeting guests from London at the restaurant and then taking it upon himself to show them a night out on the town! Multiple stops at restaurants, bars, and ending at a nightclub, classic New York City. Check out Vishwas on InstagramHave fun like Vishwas Donate to God's Love We Deliv
It's Always Nice To Come Back To New York City... with Frances Sidlo
On this week's very special episode, 95-year-old lifelong New Yorker, Frances Sidlo, tells us about her life in NYC, her many travels, why she never left, and of course, the most fun she's ever had in New York City. There's no link to check out Frances because she doesn't have social media and there's no link to have fun like her because this episode is about learning from
Blind Confidence... with Ruby Karp
On this week's episode, comedian and host of the perfectly-named comedy show, We Hope You Have Fun (😉), Ruby Karp, tells us about going to Gov Ball when she was 15, leaving too early, and then somehow finding her way back into the VIP area!Check out Ruby on Instagram and at The Stand Aug 10th for We Hope You Have FunHave fun like RubyDonate to Muddy PawsWhat did you think of this week's e
And I Got A Knife Pulled On Me At That Corner... with Ted Barrow
On this week's episode, art historian, writer, and skateboarder Ted Barrow tells us about getting a knife pulled on him in Chinatown in 2002. But the story comes full circle when he has a run-in on a street in Soho 17 years later!Check out Ted on Instagram and his new series on ThrasherHave fun like Ted?Donate to Harold Hunter FoundationWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had F
And Then I Threw My Underwear Out In Penn Station... with Rachel Coster
On this week's episode, comic and very normal girl, Rachel Coster, tells us about the night she lived her truest Gossip Girl life by attending multiple parties, sneaking into bars, flirting with boys, and hobnobbing with celebrities at age 16!Check out Rachel on Instagram and Epic Lyfe PodcastHave fun like RachelDonate to The Ali Forney CenterWhat did you think of this week's episode?They
We Only Paid 25 Dollars and Got Married In Central Park... with Shaquita Garcia
On this week's episode, model/designer/philanthropist/artist, Shaquita Garcia tells us about her multi-day wedding on a budget in New York City featuring City Hall, Central Park, and even a yacht party!Check out Shaquita on InstagramHave fun like ShaquitaDonate to Central Park Conservancy this week's Rachel's Recs: Pata Paplean and Magazine CafeWhat did you think of this week's
We Just Kept Going Back To The Bodega For More Beers... with Mickela Mallozzi
On this week's episode, the host of Bare Feet, Mickela Mallozzi, tells us about shooting all day throughout NYC and despite being exhausted, stumbling upon a block party and deciding to stay for hours!Check out Mickela on Instagram and on Bare Feet season 6 premiering todayHave fun like MickelaDonate to Loisaida CenterWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instagram, Yo
Day Drinking Is The Best Drinking... with Ben Gollan
On our season four premiere, the founder of A Man and His Sandwich food tours, Ben Gollan, tells us about celebrating Thanksgiving as an expat in NYC with your adopted family. Multi-course meals, fancy outfits, speeches, and about 10 hours of drinking throughout Manhattan!Check out Ben on Instagram and Book your own tour!Have fun like BenDonate to City HarvestPicture from Thanksgiving (featuring S
BONUS! Season Three Outtakes and Rachel's Recs
Even though we're off until June 21st when we return with the FOURTH SEASON, I missed you guys! So, I thought I'd bring you some Rachel's Recs to once again badger you into going out and having some fun, and some outtakes from season three!Check out the Rachel's Recs: 28 Scott Vintage and Union Pizza WorksSee you in two weeks!What did you think of this week's episode?They H
If You're A Racist, You're Gonna Hate It Here... with Nico Ramirez
On this week's season three finale episode, the Creative Director of East of Normal, Nico Ramirez, tells us about an unplanned night that turns into sitting courtside at a Nets game, enjoying copious amounts of Carbone pasta and Champagne, dive bars, a Halloween party at the hottest club in Manhattan, and ending with a memorable discussion with a close friend! New York, you always deliver...C
A Boxing Ring Set Up In A Parking Lot... with Tommy Silk
On this week's episode, the man behind everyone's favorite NYC historical account, Landmarks of New York, Tommy Silk, tells us about attending an amateur boxing match in the parking lot of the Hunts Point Produce Market!Check out Tommy on InstagramHave fun like Tommy?Donate to City HarvestWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instagram, YouTube, and our website 🥳
A Smorgasbord Of Fun... with Paulie Gee
On this week's episode, the pizza entrepreneur, Paulie Gee, tells us about getting hit in the head with a foul ball at a Yankees game but it all being worth it in the end when he meets homerun king, Aaron Judge! Check out Paulie Gee and Paulie Gee's Slice ShopHave fun like PaulieDonate to Slice Out HungerWhat did you think of this week's episode?They Had Fun on Instagram, YouTube, an
Eating With New York... with Jarel Hill
On this week's special, peak NYC obsession collab episode, the man behind Eating with New York, Jarel Hill, tells us about why he started his food blog, moving to NYC on a whim, and the night he won a dance-off against an Academy Award-winning celebrity in the West Village!Check out Eating with New York and JarelHave fun like Jarel?Donate to Turkey-Syria Earthquake ReliefVideo of Jarel's
