What's Inside the Spires of New York City?
It’s History25 Mars 2023

What's Inside the Spires of New York City?

This episode explores the hidden secrets within the iconic spires of New York City's skyscrapers. From the Empire State Building to the Chrysler Building, we'll take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of these towering structures and show you what lies within their impressive spires. Discover the history, engineering, and fascinating stories behind some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world in this exciting exploration of the spires of New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Why There’s an Abandoned Mansion Beneath the Bay Bridge

Why There’s an Abandoned Mansion Beneath the Bay Bridge

Every day, thousands of drivers cross the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge without realizing they are passing over the abandoned Nimitz House on Yerba Buena Island. This residence was once home to Adm...

3 Apr 18min

Why Pacifica California is Falling into the Sea

Why Pacifica California is Falling into the Sea

Perched along the cliffs just south of San Francisco, Pacifica, California, was built on a dream of ocean views and quiet living. However, this dream conceals a dangerous reality. Developers initially...

2 Apr 13min

Why NYC Built Skyscraper-Sized Sewer Tanks

Why NYC Built Skyscraper-Sized Sewer Tanks

Beneath New York City lies a 7,500-mile labyrinth that processes billions of gallons of waste daily. This underground network, built over two centuries, includes forgotten tunnels, Civil War-era infra...

1 Apr 14min

Why Route 66’s Bridges Are Collapsing

Why Route 66’s Bridges Are Collapsing

Across the American heartland, historic bridges line the old alignment of U.S. Route 66, many abandoned for decades and at risk of collapse. This episode explores how this iconic highway became a grav...

31 Mars 13min

Why Chicago's Worst Public Housing Project became a National Disgrace

Why Chicago's Worst Public Housing Project became a National Disgrace

Cabrini-Green, once a nationwide symbol of crime and urban decay, has seen gradual demolition over the past two decades. Originally home to 15,000 residents, the complex has transitioned into new reta...

29 Mars 19min

Why Coal Breakers were Horrific Places to Work (Coal Breakers Explained)

Why Coal Breakers were Horrific Places to Work (Coal Breakers Explained)

Coal breakers were essential machines in coal mines, responsible for breaking large chunks of coal into smaller pieces. They were the heart of the operation, despite being loud and dirty, requiring si...

28 Mars 9min

Why Hundreds of New York Ships were Abandoned on Staten Island

Why Hundreds of New York Ships were Abandoned on Staten Island

The Staten Island Boat Graveyard, located at 2453 Arthur Kill Road in Rossville, has roots dating back to the 1930s and has been known as the Witte Marine Scrap Yard and Arthur Kill Boat Yard. Now ref...

27 Mars 18min

Why America's Battleship Graveyard is Forgotten (Philadelphia's Abandoned Ships) - IT'S HISTORY

Why America's Battleship Graveyard is Forgotten (Philadelphia's Abandoned Ships) - IT'S HISTORY

Explore the battleship graveyard outside the Philadelphia International Airport, featuring storied vessels that once served in the United States Navy. This video highlights the fates of legendary ship...

26 Mars 24min

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