In this episode, Kelly is joined by Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.

Join them as Mark tells Kelly and Jae about how he got his start in politics: His origin as a teacher, in the south Bronx, and how he saw a need in his community and filled it.

Kelly asks Mark about his journey to where he is now. What his early campaigns were like, the first races he ran, and what kept him in it even when he faced hardships.

Mark tells us about the job of the Manhattan Borough President: what his duties are, what he has power over, and what he has used his position to accomplish.

Mark then talks about his journey to become Comptroler of New York City. What that job means, what all it entails and how it exists in relationship to the Mayor.

Finally Mark talks about what he hopes to accomplish as the Comptroler of the city. He talks about affordablity, and financing ways to reach these goals. Mark also talks about how he would work with Zohran Mamdani, if he were to become Mayor of New York, and how their goals align for a more affordable New York.

But above all else; Mark Levine is a New Yorker.

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• (00:00:00) - The New Yorkers: Mark Levine
• (00:01:23) - Thank You for Your Love of New York
• (00:01:54) - Meet the Teacher of the South Bronx
• (00:03:21) - Teacher talks about her time as a teacher
• (00:04:04) - Phil Levine on Community Development Credit Unite
• (00:09:45) - Democrat on the New York City Council
• (00:10:26) - Democrat on the City Council's Parks Committee
• (00:12:45) - What Are the Responsibilities of the Manhattan Borough President?
• (00:14:50) - Who Is the Comptroller of New York City?
• (00:17:48) - Comptroller says she will fight for New York City's economy
• (00:21:27) - Cuomo on Affordable Housing
• (00:24:26) - Exclusive: Working With Mayor de Blasio as Comptroller
• (00:27:13) - Kelly on Walking Through NYC's Parks
• (00:28:29) - Mark Levine on Being a New Yorker
• (00:29:34) - Mark Levine on the Comptroller's Race
• (00:30:08) - The New Yorkers: Last Train

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 he is working on a new book! And he talks about the writing process and how it has brought up memories of his journey to where he is now. He also gives some advice to young people who are starting out in their careers.

Kelly asks Michael about Inside Broadway, What the organization does, how it got founded, and what kind of programs it runs. Michael talks about how it started from a simple task that he was asked to help out with. He tells us about the importance of art in young people's lives and how his organization's sole purpose is to be a vehicle for that.

Jae asks Michael about the trade ascpet of theater, and Michael talks about how theater is a vast field of job opportunities for people to go into. He talks about the different skills that are required to put on productions.

Kelly asks Michael about the Cats ticket program. Michael tells the story about how that was the thing that started inside broadway. He talks about how it has changed the lives of hundreds of kids, and how he hopes that it provides a ripple effect in that other kids and families will get to enjoy theater.

The New Yorkers talk about the future of theater: how the industry was affected by covid, how advertising strategies have evolved, how the media plays a part in theater, and how social media has effected the theater landscape.

But above all else; Michael Presser is a New Yorker.

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• (00:00:00) - The New Yorker: Michael Presser
• (00:02:14) - Philip Seymour on Acting
• (00:06:26) - In the Elevator With Kids on Broadway
• (00:08:19) - Inside Broadway: The Shubert Organization's Program for Kids on Broadway
• (00:16:46) - Broadway Kids on the Stage
• (00:19:08) - Broadway Theater Programs in Schools
• (00:25:41) - Inside Broadway
• (00:35:05) - Inside Broadway: The Cat's Ticket Program
• (00:39:28) - How Social Media Affects Broadway
• (00:43:58) - The Future of Broadway
• (00:45:07) - Broadway: For Profit
• (00:45:53) - The importance of art in our society
• (00:50:35) - In the Elevator With Jay Leno
• (00:53:46) - Michael Presser on Being a New Yorker
• (00:55:43) - The New Yorkers Podcast

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 House New York Weekend. Kristin tells him about all of the different events and activities that are taking place October 17th-19th, 2025.

Kristin tells us how Open House New York got started, and how it was an act of rebellion during a time where things were very closed off.

Kelly tells Kristin how much he loves doing the open house events, getting to see private residences, secret rooftops, and the under guts of the city.

Kristin talks about raising a child in the city. How the world is her child's teacher and how everthing is amazing to a child. She tells a heartwarming story about how kind New Yorkers can be.

Jae asks about the scavenger hunts that Open House New York puts on and Krisitn talks about what go into those and when you can participate.

Kelly asks Kristin some rappid fire questions about her time with Open House New York.

And finally, Kristin asks Kelly what he would want to see opened up.

But above all else; Kristin LaBuz is a New Yorker.

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• (00:00:00) - Meet The New Yorkers
• (00:02:44) - Open House New York Weekend
• (00:05:05) - Open House New York: Kristen and the
• (00:07:07) - Urban Planner Richard Hayden on the High Line
• (00:10:34) - Workers bring nature to New York's
• (00:13:14) - Exploring the City of New York: Open House NYC
• (00:16:32) - Open House: The Story of
• (00:18:08) - Open House New York: Unsung Heroes
• (00:22:02) - What Parents Wish They Knew About New York
• (00:24:38) - Questions for Parents of Children in New York
• (00:26:09) - What Makes New York So Great?
• (00:27:33) - Planning your Open House New York Weekend
• (00:31:49) - Open House New York Weekend
• (00:32:30) - DEP Open House New York
• (00:32:53) - Open House New York 2017
• (00:33:44) - Open House NY: The Impact
• (00:34:43) - Exploring Open House New York
• (00:35:55) - Open House New York: A Personal Story
• (00:37:35) - What Changed the Way You See NYC?
• (00:38:36) - What Makes You Fall In Love With New York?
• (00:39:18) - Open House New York's Scavenger Hunts
• (00:41:21) - Charlie Pellet
• (00:43:16) - Exploring New York City's Underground
• (00:44:38) - What Is It About New Yorkers?
• (00:46:26) - The New Yorkers: Open House New Yorkers