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 • 27 episodes
The Untapped New York Podcast
Latest Episodes
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
The Champagne Vaults in the Brooklyn Bridge
We delve into one of our favorite New York City secrets: the champagne and wine vaults inside the Brooklyn Bridge. If you haven't heard of this delicious tidbit, you're in for a ride through a bygone New York. If you do know about it, Michelle ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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34:25