It’s History

Ryan Socash

IT’S HISTORY is a ride through history – join us in discovering the world’s most important eras, the minds that changed everything, and the most important inventions of our time through weekly tales of Urban Decay. This podcast is distributed and operated by Video Brothers Music.

  1. 20 hrs ago

    Why was New York's elevated railroad abandoned?

    Discover the intriguing story of New York's Lost Highline, exploring the rich history of railroads in the city, the dangers of street-level trains, and the transformative removal of those tracks. Witness the decline of train transportation and the activism surrounding New York’s High Line, which ultimately led to an order for its demolition. Experience the remarkable journey of rezoning the High Line as a city park, preserving its legacy for future generations, and uncover what remains of the High Line in modern-day New York. ## Timeline: 00:00 - What is New York’s Lost Highline? 00:36 - The History of Railroads in New York City 02:16 - The Dangers of New York’s Street level Trains 03:45 - The Removal of New York’s street-level tracks 05:48 - The downfall of train transportation 06:51 - Activism around New York’s High Line 07:34 - New York’s Order to Demolish the High Line 08:39 - Rezoning the High Line as a city park 09:59 - What remains of New York’s High Line in Modern Day? #UrbanDecay #NewYorkHistory #HighLine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 1d ago

    Ghost stations of New York: what happened?

    Serving millions of New Yorkers every day, the New York City subway system has significantly impacted the city’s reputation as a transportation hub. This video explores the history of NYC’s mass transportation systems, covering key topics such as: - The evolution of public transportation in New York City - The first forms of mass transit in the 19th century - The sanitation crisis faced by New York - The replacement of horse-drawn vehicles - The development of the first underground subway system, which opened on October 27, 1904 - Notable stations, including the abandoned City Hall station and the lost Worth Station - Future developments of New York City’s subway lines **Chapters:** - The History of NYC’s Public Transportation - 00:00 - 00:52 - New York public transport in the 19th century - 00:56 - What were New York City's first forms of mass transit? - 02:53 - New York City’s sanitation crisis - 06:00 - What replaced horse drawn vehicles in New York? - 07:29 - What was the first underground subway system? - 09:37 - New York’s New Subway line - 12:49 - Building the New York subway system - 14:50 - Opening day of the New York subway system - 17:30 - The abandoned City Hall station - 18:11 - The lost Worth Station - 20:00 - New York City’s ghost station - 20:23 - The future of New York City’s subway lines - 21:27 #NYC #Subway #PublicTransport #History #MassTransit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 5d ago

    The rise and fall of Underground Atlanta

    The history of Atlanta's abandoned underground reveals a story of urban evolution and economic change. Originally built in the 1920s as a network of underground streets and storefronts, it served as the commercial heart of the city. However, the emergence of suburban shopping malls in the mid-20th century caused its decline, leading to large-scale abandonment by the 1970s. In the 1980s, entrepreneurs transformed the area into Underground Atlanta, an entertainment district that offered shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Despite early success, it faced challenges like crime and changing consumer habits, resulting in another decline. Today, the area stands as a testament to Atlanta's changing urban landscape and ongoing renewal efforts. #Atlanta #UrbanDecay #History Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 6d ago

    New Yorks Underwater Tunnel - The History of the Holland Tunnel

    Tunnel. One of the longest underwater vehicular tunnels in the world, designed by Clifford M. Holland, the Holland Tunnel serves New York and New Jersey. This video explores its engineering, particularly the unique ventilation system, and details significant aspects of its history, construction, and impact. Chapters: Exploring the Holland Tunnel: 00:00 How did people travel from Manhattan to New Jersey? - 01:58 What was the first underwater tube? - 03:11 Designing the Holland Tunnel – 04:30 Who was Clifford Milburn Holland? – 06:29 The original designs for the Holland Tunnel - 07:15 How does the Holland Tunnel’s ventilation system work? – 09:22 Construction of the Holland Tunnel – 11:00 The tragedies of the Holland Tunnel – 12:25 The opening of the Holland Tunnel – 13:35 Accidents in the Holland Tunnel – 15:38 #HollandTunnel #Engineering #UrbanHistory #Architecture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Jul 20

    How route 66 shaped America's culture and roads

    Explore the journey of U.S. Route 66, also known as the Will Rogers Highway, established in 1926. This historic route, though largely decommissioned since 1985, remains a treasure trove of preserved memorabilia and weird attractions from Chicago to Los Angeles. Learn about the dirt roads traveled by pioneers, the railroads that followed, and the rise of the automobile leading to America’s first all-weather highway. Discover Cyrus Avery's role in its creation, its near naming as Route 60, the iconic gas stations and motels along the way, and its cultural significance through literature and cinema. Experience the best sights along Route 66 and its lasting impact on American history. #Route66 #AmericanHistory #UrbanDecay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Jul 15

    The secrets of Chicago’s water cribs 🏙️

    The History of Chicago's waterworks highlights significant human engineering feats, including the intricate tunnels under Lake Michigan, the creation of artificial islands known as water cribs, the elevation of the city, and the reversal of the Chicago River. Key topics covered include the monumental deep tunnel project and its implications on Chicago’s water infrastructure. **Chapters:** 01:00 - The History of Chicago’s waterworks 01:35 - Chicago’s first water board 02:47 - The raising of Chicago 04:54 - Chicago’s Lake tunnels & Water cribs 06:18 - Fire on Chicago’s lake crib 08:44 - The History of Chicago’s Water tower 09:28 - The Great Chicago Fire 11:12 - Chicago’s Great Storm 12:27 - The reversal of the Chicago river 13:16 - The Lake levels controversy 15:06 - Construction of Chicago’s main canal 16:44 - The expansion of Chicago’s waterworks 17:55 - Lawsuits against Chicago’s river reversal 18:47 - The decline of Chicago’s Water cribs 19:05 - Chicago’s deep tunnel project 20:10 - The phases of TARP **IT’S HISTORY - Weekly Tales of American Urban Decay** with Ryan Socash. **CREDIT** Video editor - Rishi Mittal Scriptwriter - Gregory Back Host - Ryan Socash **DISCLAIMER** Some media elements are used under fair use provisions for commentary, criticism, and education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Jul 12

    Why did NYC abandon its trolley network?

    Discover the story of New York's lost trolley network and uncover a great American crime in this episode of "Tales of Urban Decay" with host Ryan Socash. This video presents a weekly exploration of American urban decay, showcasing historical contexts and intriguing narratives surrounding the decline of urban infrastructure. Some media elements are used under the fair use provisions of U.S. copyright law for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. #UrbanDecay #TrolleyNetwork #History #NewYork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Jul 8

    Behind the billboards: The real One Times Square

    Discover the history of One Times Square, located at the intersection of Broadway and Seventh Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. This iconic landmark is renowned for its annual New Year's Eve ball drop, drawing over a million spectators each year. The video delves into the evolution of One Times Square and its transformation into one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. #TimesSquare #NewYorkCity #History #Travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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IT’S HISTORY is a ride through history – join us in discovering the world’s most important eras, the minds that changed everything, and the most important inventions of our time through weekly tales of Urban Decay. This podcast is distributed and operated by Video Brothers Music.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Socash
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    626
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    It’s History

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