Nestled in the northernmost part of Brooklyn, Greenpoint is a place where history, culture, and creativity converge.

Get ready as we share our honest first impressions of this awesome neighborhood, discussing our obsession with pizza (because who isn't obsessed with pizza?) and exploring the local theaters that are buzz...

We finally moved in! 

As we unpack boxes and decorate our new abode, we'll discuss the excitement and challenges of turning a blank canvas into a coz, personalized home. From navigating the quirks of New York apartment living to discovering the best local services and amenities, we'll provide insights and recommendation...

Meet my good friend and fellow NYC enthusiast, Patty Burbacher. 

This episode shares the story of Patty, a 65-year-old empty nester and retiree from Ohio who fell head over heels for New York City so much that she decided to move here. Join us as we hear about Patty's journey of discovering the city's hidden gems, embra...

Get ready to discover a side of New York City that you won't find in the guidebooks! 

In this episode of "New York City Icks," we're shining a light on the challenges and issues that are all too real for the city's residents. We'll talk about the crowded subways, the high cost of housing, and the environmental hazards t...

It’s moving day for the Smith family! 

Moving in NYC can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help. In this episode, Nils and I will talk through our comprehensive NYC moving checklist. From finding a reputable moving company to navigating the building’s moving rules, listen in as we talk through it all.  Whether you're a...

In case you missed the last episode, we played the game Would You Rather: New York City Edition - Part 1. 

In Part 1, Nils asked 5 questions about transportation, food, go-to spots, and airports! This time around, it’s Katie’s turn to ask the questions. Will they agree on their answers this time around?

So, if you’re u...

Let’s play a game of Would You Rather: New York City Edition! 

We’ve got 5 ‘Would You Rather’ questions that we’re excited for you to answer in this interactive episode. The rules are simple: in every question that is thrown out, pause for a moment and pick your answer. When you're ready, resume the podcast to know whic...

We often get looks of disbelief when we share our NYC urgent care and ER stories with friends and family so we thought you might enjoy them, too!

We also talk about how we found good doctors and dentists here in the city as well as some of the innovative healthcare startups here that have helped us stay healthy without ...

We won! 

In the last podcast episode before we took a little break, we talked about the NYC housing lottery and how we were hopeful that we’d get selected for a place that would work well for our family soon. Randomly, a little over 3 weeks ago, we got a call about the building we were hoping for and the rest is history...

Put a finger down if overnight trips are your go-to quality time activity with your friends and loved ones. 

We have a bunch of recommendations we’re excited to share with you, if you’re up for this kind of trip! You can visit the famous Hershey Park in Pennsylvania if you're craving something sweet or ride the roller c...