New York History — Points of Interest by Autio
Autio
From Indigenous pathways and Revolutionary-era conflict to industrial growth and urban disasters, these stories trace the defining moments of New York City’s past.
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
From Indigenous pathways and Revolutionary-era conflict to industrial growth and urban disasters, these stories trace the defining moments of New York City’s past.
Language:
English
Episodes
Revolutionary Fraunces Tavern
12/22/2025
This tavern - still in operation today - played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:02:55
New York Harbor a History Magnet
12/22/2025
One of the largest natural harbors in the world, it is an important historical, governmental and commercial hub. Narrated by WF Strong.
Duration:00:02:50
Early Manhattan History
12/22/2025
A few hundred years ago, the city of nearly 10 million people was occupied by the local Lenape tribe. Narrated by Rodney Ingram.
Duration:00:02:15
Nathan Hale Monument
12/22/2025
A young American spy attributed with “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Narrated by Rodney Ingram.
Duration:00:02:10
Underground Railroad Station
12/22/2025
Abolitionist activist David Ruggles’ bookstore was an Underground Railroad station that helped Frederick Douglass reach freedom. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:58
View From The Late 1700s NY Road
12/22/2025
What started as a Native American footpath evolved to a public highway and postal route to this path through Central Park. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:37
NYC Loses Ship & 1,200 Aboard
12/22/2025
Over 1,000 people, mostly women and children headed to a church picnic, died when the General Slocum caught fire and sank in 1904. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:31
NY Harbor: Age of Sail to Today
12/22/2025
Beneath the floating metropolis of Battery Park City lay the remnants of the historic ships that sailed into New York Harbor. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:14
Magaw & Battle of Ft. Washington
12/22/2025
Robert Magaw described his role in the Battle of Fort Washington as the most glorious cause that mankind ever fought. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:24
The South Lobs Fire at the City
12/22/2025
The first major domestic terrorist attack on New York. Narrated by Andrew Carroll.
Duration:00:02:22
The History of Newark, NJ
12/22/2025
Newark became the industrial’s major hub and largest city over the course of decades. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:03:09
Fulton Market & Titanic Memorial
12/22/2025
Once home to the country’s largest fish market...and the potent smell that came with it. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:02:16
Battery Wall Discovery
12/22/2025
A recent archeological dig found evidence of the British Battery wall. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:02:18
The Great Moon Hoax of 1835
12/22/2025
A penny paper pamphlet about the discovery of life on the moon pulls a fast one over thousands of gullible readers. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:02:35
George Washington Bridge
12/22/2025
Spanning the Hudson River, this architectural behemoth is hard to miss. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:03:16