The Untapped New York Podcast
The Untapped New York Podcast is an award-winning podcast about New York City’s secrets, like how does a water tower work? Why does steam come out of the ground? Do alligators live in the subway? We impart our knowledge, interview experts, and in many cases, literally go behind the scenes. The Untapped New York Podcast was the 2025 GANYC Apple Award winner for Outstanding Achievement in NYC Radio Program or Podcast. Hosted by Michelle Young, founder, and Justin Rivers, Chief Experience Officer, at Untapped New York.
Podcasting since 2023 • 30 episodes
The Untapped New York Podcast
Latest Episodes
NYC Secrets: The Barthman Clock Beneath Your Feet
Maybe you saw our latest Instagram reel that's going viral, making NYC horological history cool again! On the podcast, in honor of fall back time this week, we deep dive into the Ba...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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15:50
Secrets of Grand Central: Find the Hidden Mural in the Wine Shop
Did you know there's a mini version of Grand Central's ceiling mural inside the terminal's wine shop, Central Cellars? And that it used to be part of a movie theater? We talk to the experts: the authors of a book about the artist who did ...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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12:31
Secrets of Morningside Heights
Michelle Young and Justin Rivers of Untapped New York discuss the neighborhood of Morningside Heights. Michelle and Justin will discuss five hidden and unique spots including Columbia University's Alma Mater, the Guastavino Dome at the Cathedra...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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36:56
World's Fair Mosaics Removed from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park!
Sad news from Queens...After multiple patchwork repairs, a set of colorful mosaics depicting highlights from the 1939-40 and 1964-65 World's Fairs have been completely replaced with pavers. Michelle, Justin and Nicole discuss this piece of very...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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24:55
Pandas in NYC, Oh My!
In this episode, we’re talking about a very adorable secret: pandas in New York City! Who doesn’t love pandas? In fact, the story of how pandas came to America is deeply tied to New York City. We're joined by an expert on this story, Nathalia H...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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40:06