Five Years of Fun Friday in NYC
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The Fun Friday podcast marks its five-year anniversary with a two-hour, confetti-worthy celebration straight from the heart of Times Square. Hosts Kevin McCullough and Cristyne Nicholas turn the microphones into party favors, looking back on an idea born during COVID that became a weekly love letter to New York City’s resilience, culture, and unshakable spirit.
The episode plays like a greatest-hits tour of the city itself: Times Square Alliance president Tom Harris returns (yet again), Broadway power players share what to see next, and NYC institutions—from Ellen’s Stardust Diner to the Bronx Zoo and Statue Cruises—remind listeners why there’s nowhere else like this town.
Food takes center stage with appearances from beloved restaurateurs and iconic bites (yes, popovers made the cut), while Broadway insiders dish on must-see shows, rising stars, and why theater still defines the soul of New York nightlife.
City leaders and cultural champions add depth, discussing tourism, public spaces, Penn Station’s future, and the importance of preserving joy, safety, and creativity in public life. It’s civic pride with a martini twist.
By the final minutes, it’s clear: Fun Friday isn’t just a radio show—it’s a gathering place. Five years in, Kevin and Cristyne prove that when New York people show up for New York stories, the city shines even brighter.
