The Manhattan Sideways Podcast
The Manhattan Sideways Podcast aims to create a platform to share the stories of the small businesses on the side streets of Manhattan. What motivated the business owners to open their businesses, and then to learn the ups and downs of their environments? What makes these businesses unique? We are not only documenting the owners' remarkable personal stories, but also their advice to current and aspiring business owners.
The podcast is a product of Manhattan Sideways, a documentary project begun in 2011 with the goal of supporting the small businesses across Manhattan's original grid -- from 1st to 155th street, East River to the Hudson. After six years, we now have over 10,000 businesses represented on our website, sideways.nyc, with write-ups and more than 40,000 gorgeous photos. The founder, Betsy Polivy, and her team hope that while listening to the Sideways Podcast you will be inspired to set out on your own adventure of walking the side streets, and, if you find yourself in New York, that in your explorations you will seek out some of the Manhattan Sideways Podcast businesses. You'll be glad you did.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 49
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2023
Episode 27: Suzanne Newman, Suzanne Couture Millinery
On this episode, Ellie speaks with Suzanne Newman, owner of Suzanne Couture Millinery. Suzanne tells us about her design process, as well as the ways she's seen New York change, and how she sold her …
00:23:02 |
Tue 17 Dec 2019
Episode 26: Kate Coyne and Ann Hohenhaus, The Animal Medical Center
On this week's episode, Ellie interviews Kate Coyne, CEO, and Ann Hohenhaus, Veterinarian, at the Animal Medical Center. Kate describes her journey into the medical field and why she loves working at…
00:42:50 |
Sun 08 Dec 2019
Episode 25: Kelly Jaime, The Sweet Shop NYC
In this episode, Ellie and Betsy speak with Kelly Jaime of The Sweet Shop. They chat about the Upper East Side, running a business as a family, chocolate production, and the Ronald McDonald house -- …
00:28:11 |
Sat 23 Nov 2019
Episode 24: Matt Fox and Enrique Crame III, Fine and Dandy
On this episode, Ellie speaks with Matt and Enrique, co-owners of men's accessory and vintage shop Fine and Dandy. They chat about starting online, moving into pop ups, and the decision to open a bri…
00:32:05 |
Mon 04 Nov 2019
Episode 23: Bella Meyer, Fleurs Bella
Welcome to season two! On this episode, Ellie speaks with Bella Meyer, owner and creative director of floral studio Fleurs Bella, and granddaughter of artist Marc Chagall. They speak about bringing c…
00:40:40 |
Mon 21 Oct 2019
Introduction to Season Two
Welcome to season two of the Manhattan Sideways Podcast! Here's a sneak peek of what's in store.
00:02:55 |
Mon 21 Oct 2019
Episode 22: Jill Herlands
On this episode, Ellie sits down with jewelry artist Jill Herlands to speak about her eponymous brand, Jill Herlands. They speak about the importance of finding and acknowledging passion, balancing b…
00:35:47 |
Mon 30 Sep 2019
Episode 21: Laura Maioglio, Barbetta
In this episode, Ellie speaks with Laura Maioglio, owner of the esteemed Northern Italian Restaurant Barbetta, and her head waitor, Eduardo. They cover a variety of topics, including Laura's renovati…
00:27:19 |
Tue 27 Aug 2019
Episode 20: Nic Faitos, Starbright Floral Design
In this episode Ellie sits down with Nic, owner of Starbright Floral Design, to talk about the mood boosting properties of flowers, the process of growing a business, overnight tulip-planes, and how,…
00:59:07 |
Fri 09 Aug 2019
Episode 19: Paul and Justin Schweitzer, Gramercy Typewriter Company
On this episode, Ellie sits down on location in the storefront of Gramercy Typewriter Company to chat with father and son partners Paul and Justin "Jay" Schweitzer. They speak about carrying the busi…
00:21:15 |
Wed 07 Aug 2019
Episode 18: Ken Wampler, The Alpha Workshops
In this episode, Ellie sits down with Ken Wampler, founder of The Alpha Workshops. They speak about running a non-profit, the HIV crisis, the New York design industry, and what it means to be an arti…
00:56:56 |
Mon 29 Jul 2019
Episode 17: David Segal, David Segal Violins, LTD.
In this episode, we sat down with David Segal, owner of David Segal Violins, to talk about classical music, making and repairing instruments, and David's adorable grandson.
00:24:53 |
Mon 29 Jul 2019
Episode 16: Mike Spitz, Mr. Throwback
Ellie and Mike talk about vintage sportwear, pretzel-nuggets, buying vs. browsing, and collaboration in the East Village - and they make a quick shout out to the real MVP: Mike's barber.
00:22:26 |
Mon 29 Jul 2019
Episode 15: Marta Elena Rodriguez, Skin Laser Studios
In this episode, Ellie speaks to Marta, owner of Skin Laser Studios. They chat about beauty standards, the Cuban revolution, finding the perfect skin care products for your skin, and much more.
00:31:07 |
Mon 29 Jul 2019
Episode 14: Eduardo ("Edward") and Mary ("Maria") Silva, Maz Mezcal
Eduardo and Mary Silva have been married for 48 years, and have lived and worked on the Upper West Side almost as long. In this episode, Ellie speaks with this husband and wife team about the success…
00:48:56 |
Sat 27 Jul 2019
Episode 13: Zach Chasky, Midtown Lumber
In this episode, Zach and Ellie "lumber" through a huge chunk of topics: work-life balance, the value (or non-value) of a college education, the importance of emotional supporters, bring-your-kid-to-…
00:33:40 |
Sat 27 Jul 2019
Episode 12: Claude-Noelle Toly and William Nuckel, Le Fanion
In this episode, we speak with the co-owners of Le Fanion about sourcing, street parties, the evolution of the West Village, how to maintain a successful partnership, and how to sell the Picasso fami…
00:39:03 |
Sat 27 Jul 2019
Episode 11: Saeed Pourkay, Taste of Persia
In this episode, we sit down with Saeed Pourkay owner of Taste of Persia - a name you may recognize from the Union Square Christmas market, where Saeed has had a booth for the last seven years. Ellie…
00:33:53 |
Sat 27 Jul 2019
Episode 10: Dave Ortiz, Our/New York Vodka
This episode focuses on Dave Ortiz, who runs Our/New York Vodka, the New York branch of the global Our/Vodka franchise. Ellie and Dave talk about branding, pranks, graffiti, "Old New York", and how h…
00:55:48 |
Sat 27 Jul 2019
Episode 9: Amanda Gagnon and Mike Riz, Amanda Gagnon Dog Training and Salon Riz
In this episode, we chatted with Mike and Amanda, owners of Salon Riz and Amanda Gagnon Dog Training, and husband and wife duo. You'll learn about the Upper West Side, anthrozoology, community care, …
00:58:00 |
Fri 26 Jul 2019
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