Happy New Year! It’s 2020, and that means big things are in store for Bay Ridge and our nation. We’re joined in the studio by Tyler Adams and Matthew Malloy, volunteer organizers for Elizabeth Warren. Organizing in South Brooklyn since August, they have unique insights into how the presidential campaign ground game will shape local politics, and how we can keep our batteries charged and our minds clear for the fights ahead.
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Live Episode! How Bay Ridge Became Bay Ridge
Our first-ever live episode! We’re at the Owls Head Wine Bar with local historian and author Henry Stewart. We’ll discuss his latest book, “How Bay Ridge Became Bay Ridge”, and take some questions from the audience.
The 3rd Avenue Bay Ridge BID
You may have seen the signs on 3rd Avenue, but what do they mean? Who’s behind the BID (Business Improvement District), and why do people oppose it? In truth, it’s about two competing visions for the future of 3rd Avenue… and Bay Ridge as a whole.
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Bay Ridge’s Hidden Facebook Data
Join us as we analyze public but rarely-seen Facebook data to explore how social media works in Bay Ridge. What news do we read? How political are our neighbors? Let’s take a peek behind the curtain of ad data, and see what it says about us.
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The Bay Ridge Storefront Vacancy Report: Summer 2019
Our first deep-dive into the reality behind Bay Ridge’s supposed “Vacancy crisis”. It’s a result of nearly eight months of on-the-ground surveys conducted by the podcast team.
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Fun On Fifth Highlights What Makes Summer Strolls Great
Our review and recap of the 2019 Fun on Fifth street fair. New innovations, and a focus on fun, improve the usual summer stroll formula.
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3rd Avenue BID Public Meeting
After a placid morning meeting, things heat up as a group of six anti-BID proponents attend a public information session going over the proposed 3rd Avenue BID.
Bike Network Expansion Public Comments at CB10
A full recording of the public comment session of Brooklyn Community Board 10’s meeting about the 2019 Bay Ridge Bike Network expansion.
2019 Street Safety Town Hall
Our live recording of the March 27th Street Safety Town Hall hosted by the offices of Justin Brannan, Andrew Gounardes and Max Rose.