New York City in the 1970s was filthy, dangerous, and completely unpredictable. 🚇💥 Crime ruled the streets, Times Square was a neon-lit jungle of vice, and the subway? A graffiti-covered nightmare where getting mugged was just part of the ride. The city was on the verge of collapse—bankrupt, lawless, and abandoned by the government.

But despite the chaos, NYC had an energy that today’s polished city could never replicate. Punk rock was screaming from CBGB, disco was taking over Studio 54, and hip-hop was being born in the Bronx. It was a city of extremes—both terrifying and electrifying.

What was it really like to live in this version of New York? Let’s take a trip back to the gritty, dangerous, and unforgettable streets of 1970s NYC. 🌆💀

In this video, Luke Eich attempts to answer the question: does spending more money on NYC coffee actually mean better coffee? He tries five different levels of iced vanilla lattes (IVLs), ranging from $3.50 to $100, and rates them on an S-tier list (S being elite, F being garbage).

Once a working-class industrial hub, Bushwick has transformed into one of Brooklyn's trendiest neighborhoods, known for its nightlife, art, and alternative culture. This video dives into Bushwick’s history — from its Dutch colonial roots to its mid-century decline and chaotic 1977 blackout. While it still remains a mostly Latino neighborhood, Bushwick's character is rapidly changing as young professionals increasingly move in, drawn by its creative energy, relative affordability, and easy transit options to Manhattan and Williamsburg. This video further discusses questions about displacement, affordable housing, and public policy.