Episode
NYC
Marcus is on a mission to rediscover the period of Big Apple history that haunts him most—the Manhattan of the late 70s, when the city was going bankrupt, crime was out of control and epic characters strutted a warped stage.
New York Pics
Marcus heads to the Big Apple to try to find the NYC of the ...
Travel Guide
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You might also like: Levain Bakery
This bakery has several locations around the city and is known for their large 6oz. cookies and cinnamon buns. Cookie varieties include Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Chip Walnut.
167 W 74th St, New York City, NY 10023-2216
Restaurant
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This Latin restaurant has a menu of more than 40 different empanadas that pay tribute to all different cultures and feed your sweet tooth with dessert versions.
763 9th Ave, New York City, NY 10019
Restaurant
Manitoba’s
Marcus meets with rocker and radio talk show host, "Handsome Dick" Manitoba at his bar to discuss Sid Vicious.
99 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
Restaurant
St. Vitus Bar
Marcus went to see punk band I Am The Avalanche at this bar.
1120 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn NY 11222
Restaurant
Seville Lounge
Marcus and Joseph "Jazz" Hayden get drinks and discuss the CEO of the ghetto, Nicky Barnes.
2121 7 Ave, New York, NY
Activity
Harlem Children’s Zone
Harlem Children’s Zone director, Anne Williams-Isom gives Marcus a tour of Harlem to see how the area has been revitalized.
35 E 125 St, New York, NY 10035
Activity
Trash & Vaudeville
Marcus heads to this legendary clothing store to meet with John Holstrom, creator of Punk Magazine, about Sid Vicious.
4 St. Marks Place, New York, NY 10003
Activity
Home of Joseph Borrelli
Marcus meets with the NYPD detective who lead the Omega Task Force that brought down serial killer David Berkowitz.
Greenport, NY 11944
Activity
Jones Day
Marcus meets with former US Assistant Attorney Generals to talk about what it was like to pursue gangster Nicky Barnes.
222 East 41st St, New York, NY 10017
Activity
Ground Zero Museum Workshop
This exhibit includes photos, videos and artifacts from the aftermath of 9/11. It pays tribute to the heroes of the event. Tickets sell out so you have to book in advance.
420 West 14th Street, Floor 2, New York City, NY 10014
Activity
Inspired Word
Marcus performs a short story based on one of serial killer David Berkowitz's letters at this Lower East Side performance place.
12 First Ave, New York, NY 10009
Accommodation
Hotel Chelsea
Marcus meets with Victor Colicchio at the Hotel Chelsea where groupie Nancy Spungen was murdered.
222 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011
Accommodation
You might also like: Mount Morris House
This inn, built in 1888, has been restored. Located on Mount Morris Park, the house has 5 bedroom suites with private baths and fireplaces. Breakfast is served daily.
12 Mount Morris Park West, New York City, NY 10027
Accommodation
You might also like: Casablanca Hotel Times Square
The Casablanca Hotel Times Square is an intimate European-style family-owned boutique hotel right in the heart of Times Square. Rick's Café serves drinks, a continential breakfast each morning and a wine and cheese reception each evening.
147 West 43rd St, New York City, NY 10036
Accommodation
You might also like: Chelsea Pines Inn
Chelsea Pines is located in a 5-story walk-up row house. Each room is dedicated to an actor from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
317 West 14th St, New York City, NY 10014
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