Despite boasting some of the most valuable real estate in New York, Grand Central is a hard area to build on. Join architect Nick Potts for an in-depth walking tour of Grand Central Terminal and its surrounding offices and discover what issues arise when building atop 40 acres of hidden railroad tracks.

Discover New York City's unique reliance on steam to heat its iconic buildings, including the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. Steam stacks, a familiar yet overlooked part of Manhattan's streetscape, are essential to powering the city’s infrastructure. What’s the history behind this hidden technology, and how does it continue to sustain NYC? Many don't know it, but New York is a city that runs on steam. 27 billion pounds of it per year, in fact. It's one of the few cities that relies on the old, but reliable, technology to heat some of its most famous buildings.

FutureCanoe tackles NYC's spiciest dishes, from fried chicken sandwiches with escalating heat levels to fiery curries and a final hot sauce challenge. The culinary journey includes pizza, Sri Lankan cuisine, and Sichuan specialties, all rated for both flavor and intensity. Expect a variety of dishes and surprising spice levels throughout this food adventure.