The Shawn Ryan Show: America’s Most Impactful Podcast of 2025
Written by: Dillon Kivo For years, the American media has struggled to offer conversations that feel real. Interviews have become shorter. Answers feel coached. Authenticity is replaced by polished narratives crafted for clicks. Across the country, audiences began searching for something honest, something patient, something that cut through the noise. What
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Entrepreneur
Leadership, Identity, and Life After Exoneration: Greg Kelley’s Journey Forward
What Greg Kelley’s Journey Reveals About Purpose, Resilience, and Rebuilding After Crisis Written by: Dillon Kivo The Quiet After the Verdict For Greg Kelley, life did not fracture all at once. It stopped. In 2014, at nineteen years old, Kelley was convicted in Texas of super aggravated sexual assault of
How a Silent Week Reset Helps You Start the New Year Strong
Why a Silent Week Reset Matters A Silent Week Reset is a simple idea. You pick one week in December and pause every meeting on your calendar. No calls. No check-ins. No back and forth that eats your afternoon before you know it. Instead, you focus only on the systems that
How Entrepreneurs Use LLMs for Viral Campaigns
Entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to large language models (LLMs) for viral campaigns, using AI-driven tools to craft engaging content and optimize messaging. These models assist in generating compelling narratives, predicting emerging trends, and personalizing communication to capture audience interest. The ability to create, test, and refine messaging quickly has made AI an
The Entrepreneur’s Edge: Using Body Language to Influence Investors and Clients
How Does Body Language Shape Business Interactions? Entrepreneurs often focus on perfecting their pitch, but communication extends far beyond words. Body language plays a significant role in shaping first impressions, reinforcing credibility, and building trust with investors and clients. From posture to hand gestures, nonverbal cues can subtly influence decision-making and
Leadership, Identity, and Life After Exoneration: Greg Kelley’s Journey Forward
What Greg Kelley’s Journey Reveals About Purpose, Resilience, and Rebuilding After Crisis Written by: Dillon Kivo The Quiet After the Verdict For Greg Kelley, life did not fracture all
How a Silent Week Reset Helps You Start the New Year Strong
Why a Silent Week Reset Matters A Silent Week Reset is a simple idea. You pick one week in December and pause every meeting on your calendar. No calls. No
How Entrepreneurs Use LLMs for Viral Campaigns
Entrepreneurs are increasingly turning to large language models (LLMs) for viral campaigns, using AI-driven tools to craft engaging content and optimize messaging. These models assist in generating compelling narratives, predicting emerging
The Entrepreneur’s Edge: Using Body Language to Influence Investors and Clients
How Does Body Language Shape Business Interactions? Entrepreneurs often focus on perfecting their pitch, but communication extends far beyond words. Body language plays a significant role in shaping first impressions,
Technology
When X Went Silent: Inside The January 16 Outage That Left Millions Offline
On the morning of January 16, 2026, millions of social media users around the world woke up to blank screens, error messages, and bafflement — X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, had gone down again. The familiar blue-and-white interface that millions use for
Nationwide Verizon Outage Leaves Phones in ‘SOS’ Mode, Raising Questions About Network Resilience
For millions of Americans, the modern safety net of constant connectivity briefly disappeared this week. A widespread Verizon network outage disrupted wireless service across the United States, leaving customers unable to make calls, send texts, or access mobile data — and in many cases
New York Drivers Face Fresh Toll Changes as 2026 Begins
New York, NY — Drivers across New York are seeing higher tolls and stricter enforcement as multiple transportation agencies roll out updates that took effect at the start of 2026. The changes impact major bridges and tunnels, daily commuters, and drivers entering Manhattan’s congestion
New York Requires Social Media Warning Labels for Teens, Targeting Addictive Features
New York has passed a new law that requires social media platforms to display warning labels to teenage users, a move state lawmakers say is designed to address growing concerns about addictive features and their potential impact on youth mental health. The measure places
Lifestyle
How New York Is Bracing For Another Winter Storm: Cold, Snow Forecasts, And What Experts Are Saying
As bone-chilling Arctic air settles over the northeastern United States, New York officials and forecasters are watching the skies closely.
New York’s Push For Open Doors: A Deep Dive Into Expanded Public Bathroom Access
New York City is taking a bold step to address one of urban life’s most persistent challenges: public access to clean, reliable restrooms. With everyday
New York City’s New $17 Minimum Wage: What It Means for Your Paycheck
New York City’s minimum wage rose to 17 dollars an hour for most workers on January 1, 2026, marking the latest step in a multi‑year statewide plan
From Combat to Canvas: Justin Hughes’ Second Life as an Artist
Written by: Dillon Kivo By the time Justin Hughes realized something inside him had shifted, the war was already over. He was home, his children
Leadership, Mental Health, and Life After Special Forces: How Former Green Beret Matt Tardio Redefined Identity, Purpose, and Responsibility
Written by: Dillon Kivo The Quiet Reality Behind the Green Beret The public image of a Green Beret is shaped by moments most people never
World
Entertainment
Eleven’s Fate Divides Fans After Stranger Things Finale Left Ending Ambiguous
Netflix’s globally popular science-fiction series Stranger Things concluded its nine-year run on December 31, 2025, with a dramatic and emotionally charged finale that has left audiences around the world asking
Gospel Music Icon Richard Smallwood Dies at 77
Richard Smallwood, one of the most influential figures in modern gospel music, has died at the age of 77, according to statements from his family and representatives. He passed away
NY Weekly’s Top 10 Most Impactful Podcasts of 2025
Written By: Dillon Kivo Podcasts have become one of the most influential forces in modern media. Millions of listeners turn to long-form audio for depth, clarity, and meaningful perspective, making the format a central hub for public conversation. In 2025, several shows rose above the rest, shaping cultural dialogue, drawing massive
Scott Adams, Creator of “Dilbert,” Dies at 68: The Comic Genius Who Skewered Office Life and Stirred Controversy
Scott Adams, the creator of the beloved comic strip Dilbert, died on January 13, 2026, at the age of 68 after a long battle with metastatic prostate cancer that had
Governors Ball 2026 Lineup Announced, Bringing Global Star Power Back To Queens
New York City’s signature summer music event is officially locked in. Governors Ball Music Festival has revealed its 2026 lineup, returning to Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens from June
Education
Tim Walz Says He Will Not Seek Third Term as Minnesota Governor
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that he will not run for a third term in the 2026 gubernatorial election, ending months of speculation about his political future and reshaping
U.S. Announces $2 Billion Humanitarian Aid Package To Fight Hunger And Disease In 2026
The United States government has unveiled a $2 billion humanitarian assistance package for 2026 aimed at helping tens of millions of people confronting severe hunger and disease across multiple crisis-hit
Electric School Bus Problems Leave Western New York Students Riding in the Cold
Parents in the Lake Shore Central School District say a push toward electric school buses is creating an unexpected problem this winter: children arriving at school cold after morning rides
Latest New York Winter Storm Update From Snowfall to School Closures
The latest winter storm marked the first widespread snowfall of the season across New York City and surrounding areas. Snow began falling over the weekend and continued into Sunday night,
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