This week we're in NYC as we deep dive into how a satirical 1800s magazine helped coin the city's nickname and the origins of a bitter rivalry between the American stage actor Edwin Forrest and English actor William Charles Macready that led to a full scale riot in 1849. A listener email explains Action Bronson's connection to November Rain.
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October 9-12, 2025
Episode Tabs:
Why is New York City Called Gotham?
THE MOST FASCINATING RIOT YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF
https://theoutline.com/post/8659/the-astor-place-opera-house-riot-of-1849-was-lit
Listener Tabs:
How did the Starling get to America?
https://www.birdful.org/how-did-the-starling-get-to-america/
Action Bronson - "Easy Rider" (Official Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58RSC7HO9aU
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