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Loading...Jersey Joe has a hilarious look at some elevator rides from hell.
What: elevator rides from hell
Why: funny things that could happen in an elevator near you
Share some of your funniest elevator adventures! Hit me up on Twitter @JerseyJoe50!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Blizzard 2016 is now over and left New York City and Jersey City, New Jersey buried in over 2 feet of snow, nearly smashing a record. Jersey Joe took his camera out for a live show in the heart of the blizzard and brings you the highlights in this special episode of his video blog web show.
The blizzard left New York City with 26.8 inches of snow, just 0.1 inch shy of the all time record that was set in February 2006. A travel ban went into effect and all above ground subway and train service was halted at 2pm Saturday, ahead of the heart of the storm. Mass transit is set to resume full service on Monday, January 25th, while airports have already reopened earlier in the day on Sunday.
What: blizzard 2016
Storm name: Jonas
Total snowfall: New York City – 26.8 inches
Always use your head when a storm approaches. Stock up with the appropriate supplies you need, sit at home, and wait it out. Only venture out if the conditions are safe. While I had scaffolding and large buildings to shield under, when the snow starts whipping — those ice pellets really hurt!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Jersey Joe and his friends gather at a local restaurant to sample a Moscow Mule. How this adult beverage became popular on the East Coast, before traveling to the West Coast, and back!
Name: Moscow Mule
What: alcoholic adult beverage
Ingredients: ginger beer, vodka, lime juice
Traditionally served in: copper cup
It’s another one of those drinks that was popular in the past and is making a comeback. Craft cocktails are now all the rage, so more drinks like this will be added to bar menus. It’s interesting how this became a fad in New York City, then went west, only to be mostly forgotten in the East.
I still think it would be better frozen, though…
And remember… drink responsibility! Sorry kids, 21 and over – please!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Jersey Joe celebrates 50 episodes of KICKING BACK WITH JERSEY JOE and 250 editions of his online blog!
What: Kicking Back with Jersey Joe
Type: blog and video blog
Number of episodes: 50 video – 250 blog
Premiere: September 19, 2014 (web show) May 31, 2010 (blog)
Website: you’re on it!
Thanks for watching the show and reading my words, each and every week! Please keep your thoughts and comments coming. I love sharing and making them part of the fun! See you next week!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Jersey Joe explores a little known New York City street, 6½ Avenue.
6½ avenue is a pedestrian walkway that opened in 2012. The first ½ avenue in Manhattan, it gives pedestrians a fast shortcut between 51st and 57th streets. Adding stop signs, traffic lights, and crosswalks cost city taxpayers $60,000.
While many drivers complain that the ½ avenue stop signs tie up traffic, many businesses and restaurants have capitalized on the walkway, by adding outdoor seating and signage to direct pedestrians into their shops.
What: 6½ avenue
Where: New York City
Location: between 51st and 57th Streets
Opened: 2012
It’s another one of those “only in New York” kind of things. I’ve worked in the city for years, yet I had no idea this avenue existed. I’ve passed by it dozens of times, never giving it a second thought.
Pedestrian only streets are a great idea and are becoming more popular and useful in New York. While commonplace in many European cities, New York is quickly adopting many pedestrian only streets. A big example is where several blocks of Broadway are now closed to traffic south of Times Square.
For me, this street is a great short cut and any time I can cross a street without having to look out for a speeding taxi cab is a winner in my book!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...You never know what you’ll encounter on the streets of New York City. A few weeks ago, I happen to come across this guy just north of Times Square. He was riding in a wheelchair, with a cat on his lap, blowing a whistle as his three dogs in costume came running behind… it’s the video you have to see!
The guy wasn’t really talking, he certainly wasn’t asking for money, but he was more than happy to let the crowd take all the photos and video they wanted. In the end, he headed north on Broadway and back off into the busy rush hour crowd.
What: random guy with animals
Where: New York City
If this was some kind of panhandler show, he certainly wasn’t asking. Kudos to him though, for training his animals to obey his whistle commands on the busy street! None of my pets would ever have listened that well, in the middle of all those people and traffic.
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Jersey Joe checks out the fun side of New York City’s playground, Coney Island in this fun video quiz!
Coney Island was settled by Dutch settlers in the 17th century. It became a popular beach and amusement park area starting in the 19th century. Once air and auto travel became more affordable, Coney Island lost it’s luster as city dwellers were able to visit other, more far off locals. After falling into disrepair during the 1980’s, Coney Island has made a major comeback with the opening of Luna Park, more rides, restaurants, beach bars. and independent attractions.
What: Coney Island
Where: part of Brooklyn, New York City
Founded: 17th century
Population: 60,000 residential
One of my favorite places for fun in New York City. Despite having a bad reputation and becoming downright dangerous years ago, Coney Island has been cleaned up and is once again, an exciting place for both friends and families.
Make sure you check it out, whether you’re a local or a tourist on vacation. After all, it’s the birthplace of the hot dog!
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...Ride along as Jersey Joe and his friends take a spin on the world famous Wonder Wheel on Coney Island, New York City
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)Loading...What’s the best way to eat a steak? Jersey Joe chats with diners at a New York City restaurant to get their opinion.