Subway Sagas

The podcast heats up as Sharon and Sean discuss their preferred means of getting around NYC during the dog days of summer. Sweltering subway platforms, A/C-less cabs, and sweaty sidewalk saunters - oh my!

Sharon and Sean discuss their #1 least favorite lines in the NYC subway system. But first they shamelessly beg for sponsors (Chip cookies

Fresh off Sean's week-long visit to San Francisco, he and Sharon dissect San Francisco's unique and utterly confusing transit system. Sharon's insider knowledge as a former SF resident and frequent cross-country weekend-tripper coupled with Sean's fresh perspective make for a dynamic, wide-ranging conversation that touches on a cornucopia of Bay Area topics. Cable cars! Muni vs. BART! Transit apps! Historic street cars from around the globe! Buses on wires!(?) Also, Sharon speculates about at-fault tort liability for vehicular accidents involving a cable car.

Subway Sagas’ #1 Fan, Gabi, joins Sharon and Sean as a guest cohost!! Listen to hear the trio’s take on the worst transfers in the NYC transit system. They also revisit the topic of the L train shutdown, with Sean adamantly opposing one of the remediation plans Sharon shares and Gabi presenting a surpringly positive take on the shutdown as a longtime Williamsburg resident. The conversation turns to bird attacks after Gabi recounts a particularly harrowing experience near Transmitter Park. Also, Sean toots the MTA’s horn

Nick D is back...again?!? We just can't shake this guy! Listen as the gang recounts their recent trip to Philly for PRIDE!! Learn about Philly’s up & coming transit system, SEPTA, and the characters who dwell within its subways. Enjoy an extensive discussion about Philadelphia mascots. Also, Sean gets fired up about something he sees in a subway train’s operator car.

Nick D is back to discuss the devil's work (aka MTA long-term station closures) with Sharon and Sean. The trio vents about stations they use on a daily basis closing for months for seemingly meaningless "enhancements" and how they plan to cope. Also, Sharon encounters an MTA celebrity in an unexpected location.

Sharon's End of the Line (EotL) Adventures returns! Sharon makes a beeline for the B line for a mysterious adventure to Brighton Beach and an enriching trip to the Edgar Allan Poe house. Also, Sharon and Sean get into a contentious conversation about mangoes.

Sean goes on a tirade about all his incremental annoyances with the MTA, much to Sharon's chagrin. Hear about distresses with vending machines, summer service, and premature door closures. Also, Sharon has an encounter with Michael Bolton.

Sean and Sharon discuss love on the rails. They recount tales of missed connections underground and debate whether they'd consider dating anyone they met on the subway.Also, Sharon buys a pair of novelty shoes.

Sean & Sharon welcome Victoria (@vicamarbar) from Eindhoven (and Seville, and Paris, and like all of Europe) on to talk about her experiences with the MTA vs. the EU metros. Enjoy a very poor impression of Barbara from Shark Tank. Also, Sean breaks his pants at work and is dependent on the MTA for a quick change.

Subway Sagas reaches a major milestone - double digits!! (Sorry for the spotty audio quality in this episode- we're not sure what happened but will fix moving forward!) In the 10th episode, Sharon and Sean discuss the MetroCard and its many foibles and nuances. Several loosely related tangents ensue. Also, Sean takes the ferry.

Nick D joins the party and the conversation turns political

It's the moment you've all been waiting for - Michael J. Ishii joins Sharon and Sean as Subway Sagas' first special guest! The trio compares the vast NYC subway network to Los Angeles' nascent metro rail system. Also, Ishii imparts invaluable travel tips.

Sharon presents the first podcast foray in to her "End of the Line Adventures", a trip to New Lots Avenue (terminus of the 3/4). More serious than usual, enjoy the heartwarming tale of exploring uncharted neighborhoods and experiencing their cultural cuisines. Also, Sean encounters multiple subway altercations leading to middle school Sharon's favorite movie impression.

Sean and Sharon recount harrowing subway experiences that only seem to occur when out of town guests are visiting. Hear tales of how the subway turns into a little house of horrors any time suburban visitors are within a 500-foot radius. As a bonus, learn what Sean keeps in his decorative bowl. Also, Sharon tries to get to Astoria on a weekend.

Sean and Sharon explore the pains of the subway's weekend service in semi-listicle format! Relive the most annoying portion of your weekend while you enjoy your morning commute. Also, Sean tries to get a pedicure.

In a continuation of their observations of subway advertisements, Sean and Sharon tackle the magnum opus of the MTA promotions: "If you see something, say something." Enter a heartwarming tale of vigilantism, friendship, and New York's favorite local celebrity. Also, someone uses a "Help Point" in the Bleecker Street Station.

Fresh off their trips to Savannah and Palm Springs, Sharon and Sean reconnect to discuss their beloved MTA. This episode scratches the surface of the amazing and varied advertisements scene in the subway. Also, find out about Sharon's questionable music choices and Sean's lack of understanding of well-known startups.

Our first full episode! Sean and Sharon take you through their top (of mind, at least) 5 annoyances on the subway. This episode contains a lot of product placements, especially around Astoria's magnificent Chip cookies. Also, Sean gets a haircut.

Welcome to Subway Sagas! An intro to Sean, Sharon, the podcast, and one crazy New York King's Cake adventure.