Coming to New York City Podcast

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The Coming to New York shares the story of a family of 4 moving to New York City and falling in love with the city. Nils and Katie Smith share their favorite places, experiences, seasons, and all around favorite moments that make up New York City with the goal of helping you better experience the Bi…

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    • Oct 6, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 20m AVG DURATION
    • 91 EPISODES

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    Our Summer Vacation Around the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 28:55


    It's been a while since an episode was released. Now, it's time to jump right back in!   A lot has happened over the summer with the Smiths. It was a jam-packed adventure traveling from Australia to the Philippines to Dubai! From seeing the kangaroos and koalas up close, to getting Emery's 13th birthday celebration canceled due to a crazy storm in the land down under, to spending a few nights in the middle of the jungle with Nils' team from Amplify Social Media, to eating rice meals day in and out, to trying out the famous Filipino “balut,” to witnessing the pristine beaches of Boracay, to spending very spontaneous crazy hot and humid days in Dubai, the land of the world's largest literally everything, and so much more!   So if you're up for some epic story time about their summer experience and what the future for the Coming to New York podcast will be, then hop into this conversation with them for more!

    Having A Dog In NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 19:06


    Thinking about moving to New York City with your dog? There are some things you should know first, especially if you're thinking about  moving in the city. There are challenges that come with raising a dog in NYC, but it can be an awesome experience as long as you prepare and do your research ahead of time. In this episode, Katie and Nils explore everything there is to know about living with a dog in New York City; from basic training to doggy daycares, and whether or not dogs can easily be brought out on the streets of New York City. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City, so tune in!

    Riding The Subway

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 35:56


    “Do you think people visiting New York City should ride the subway?”  “Absolutely!”  In this episode, Nils and Katie share their favorite experiences while riding the subway.  The New York City Subway is such a unique and enjoyable way to see the city, but it can be so much better if you know all the tips and tricks of it. Using the subway is the key to traveling around in the city quickly and cost-effectively but it can be tricky to understand the routes at first. Don't worry because Nils and Katie explain the benefits of using e-wallets, the cost of traveling through the different systems, and so much more! You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in! *This episode was recorded before the subway shooting tragedy in Brooklyn. Our thoughts are with all of those who experienced that scary situation.

    Outdoor Activities in New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 22:50


    New York City is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. While many of its attractions are indoor experiences, there are also plenty of outdoor activities that will make you feel like you're in the middle of a movie. In this episode, Nils and Katie talk about their favorite outdoor activities to do in New York City. From outdoor dining, to visiting parks, to riding double-decker buses, to watching ball games, and so much more! You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

    Back to Broadway

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 14:09


    Broadway is finally back!. If you love food and Broadway, this is the perfect episode for you! New York City might be the heart of theater and home to some of the greatest museums in the world, but it's also known as one of the food capitals of the world. From traditional dishes like pizza to fusion cuisine from all over the globe, there's no shortage of great places to eat here. In this episode, Katie talks about the best New York City dining options before watching a Broadway show and shares her experience seeing one of the newest hit show. We hope you will listen in as she gives some tips if you're planning to attend a show this year. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

    Is NYC Safe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 16:48


    As you plan your next trip to the city, you're probably excited about its resurgence post-Covid but you may be wondering: Is New York City safe? In this episode of Coming to New York City, Nils and Katie talk about the security of traveling around the city—is it really safe around here? And a useful app that you can use to track situations that are going around in the city. You can catch more of it in this episode of Coming to New York City so tune in!

    The Fire Next Door

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 19:28


    It's easy to talk about emergencies after it has happened or if it hasn't even happened to us yet. But when it does, it's true that your mind goes blank. So was the case for Katie and Nils as they talked about the fire that happened in the apartment complex, which originated from next door. It was a rollercoaster ride for the family, standing in the hallway of their apartment in their jammies, while waiting for the fire to go out. The couple also shares what their apartment complex looks and is built of, which is helpful if you ever decide on getting your own place in New York City. So tune in to this episode of the Coming to New York podcast for more of this story.

    Take It Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 10:24


    As the COVID cases in New York City go down, they have now decided to open their doors to inviting everyone to travel back in. Tune in to this episode as Nils and Katie get back to you on new mandates regarding policies of establishments and transportation in wearing of masks and vaccination cards. 

    Creating Your NYC Itinerary

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 9:58


    Are you a tourist in New York? Or someone new coming to New York? Or are you still in the planning phase of going to New York City but don't know where to start or who to ask about things to do in the city? Or you're just overwhelmed with researching and reading a lot of blogs on where to go?   Don't worry too much about it because Nils and Katie are here to help you in this podcast of Coming To New York! So sit down with your coffee and settle in because there's going to be a lot they'll share with you, including many tips you should keep in mind when traveling to the city.   If you have any questions, Katie's got you covered! You can DM her on Instagram @comingtoNYC. She would love to hear from you!

    Our Family's Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 16:18


    If you're wondering about what to do and where to eat in New York, then this podcast episode is for you!   In this special episode of Coming To New York with Nils and Katie, they're accompanied by very adorable guests – Shelby and Emery! The Smiths are going to share their favorite go-to places to eat and activities to do in New York City (that you might want to try when you come visit), especially if you have kids tagging along – Shelby's and Emery's suggestions might come in handy.

    One HoliDAY in NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 19:36


    Jump in this podcast episode to get a glimpse of a fun-filled itinerary in New York City – for a day during the BIG holiday!  Nils and Katie will take you around with their tips and personal take on where to go and what to do when you're coming to New York during the holiday season. Be prepared, though, because there will be a lot of walking around the city to get a feel of the quintessential Christmas vibe, just like how typical New Yorkers normally go around during this time of the year. And don't forget to drop by Katie's Instagram account @comingtonyc if you have any more stuff you want to ask, or just chat, about coming to New York City – she'd be more glad to talk about it with you!

    Is Summit One Vanderbilt the Best View in NYC?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2021 19:19


    This one's definitely not for the faint-hearted! In this podcast episode, tune in as Nils and Katie walk you through one of the newest attractions of New York City—the Summit One Vanderbilt. If you've been to the Chrysler Building or the Empire State, then this one's way better because it's not just focused on the view but on the art and the experience as well.  So hop in on the podcast to know more (about Nils' and Katie's honest review and experience) about Summit One Vanderbilt!

    Katie's Epic NYC Birthday Celebration

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 17:57


    Guess whose birthday it is? It's Katie's birthday! Join Nils and Katie as they recap their epic celebration for Katie's 40th birthday. From going on a helicopter ride to spending a day on a surprisingly comfortable yacht cruise, and then another day on a rooftop bar with the best views of New York City. And to cap it off, it didn't just happen in one day—but over two weeks! Seems to me like the best birthday celebration. So tune in to this episode of The Coming To New York podcast and don't forget to send some love to Katie through their Instagram account @comingtonyc.

    Thanksgiving in New York City 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 38:26


    Thanksgiving Day is getting closer and closer and in this episode of the Coming to New York City podcast, Nils and Katie share some very useful tips on how to celebrate a fun and memorable Thanksgiving Day in New York City this 2021!   Tune in as they share some tips on where to stay if you wanna get a good view of the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade or a good spot to hang out to if you want to catch a good view of the parade upfront! They also share a preview of the parade routes, some life hacks with what to prepare for (and some reminders that might come in handy), suggestions of good food places to consider visiting—whether you want to have the traditional Thanksgiving meal or celebrate it in a new way with Korean barbecue—and other things to do while in New York City and get a feel on how a true New Yorker celebrates Thanksgiving Day. 

    Start of a New Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 20:45


    Nils and Katie are back with season 4! Since it's been a couple of months since the last episode, they give a life update and an update on the current state of New York City. Be sure to follow Katie on Instagram @comingtoNYC to get a peak into daily life in the city.

    Brunch in New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 13:15


    Join Nils and Katie in this episode of Coming to New York City podcast as they discuss their top 5 brunch places in New York City. Listen to this podcast and get ideas about where to go for brunch the next time you visit. If Nils and Katie recommend it, then it's definitely a must-try!    

    If/Then

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 16:10


    Is NYC Safe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 14:55


    Join Nils and Katie in this episode of Coming to New York City podcast as they tackle the ongoing news and issues of safety and racial diversity that people in New York City are facing. They share their experiences and perspectives on the topic, and how they address the issue as a Christian American couple.

    Summer in the City

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 31:08


    We've Changed

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 17:02


    The environment that we live in definitely influences us in more ways than one. Moving to Roosevelt Island has created a difference in Nils and Katie. So, how much has changed? Listen to this episode of Coming to New York City podcast.

    Is the City Ready?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 17:24


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    NYC is Opening Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 11:32


    After more than a year of travel restrictions, New York City is finally opening its doors to domestic visitors. In this episode of Coming to New York City podcast, Nils and Katie give updates and information about what activities you can do when you come to visit New York City at this time.

    Moving in NYC Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 17:28


    Doing a cross-country move is different from moving to a different area in the same city. In this episode of Coming to New York City podcast, Nils and Katie share their moving experience and what they prepared in doing so. Listen to this podcast and get a heads up when you decide to move in NYC.

    Being a Welcomer with Katie Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 29:26


    We’re Moving to Roosevelt Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2021 23:03


    From Nebraska to New York With the Dixons

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 49:54


    Having Car in New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 24:02


    Join Nils and Katie in this episode of Coming to New York City podcast where they discuss the pros and cons of having a car in New York, its average costs, and the difference that it makes in being a New Yorker.

    What It’s Like Driving in New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 15:25


    In this episode of the Q&A series of Coming to New York City podcast, Nils and Katie take you for a ride around New York by answering questions about their driving experience in the city and what New York traffic looks like. Take notes as they give away valuable tips and updates about the current status of New York and more.

    Fueling Our Love for New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 16:56


    In this episode of the Coming to New York City podcast, Nils and Katie answer questions about the safety and security of single women living in the city, adjusting to the costs of living as someone coming from an inexpensive place, and aside from the energy, diversity, and cultures – what truly fuels their love for New York City. This and more in this episode. Follow Katie on Instagram @comingtonyc

    Buying or renting in NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 16:43


    NYC Quarantining in 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 12:00


    A Conversation with NYC Mayoral Candidate Aaron Foldenauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 48:59


    Our New New York City Mayor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 14:41


    Should We Move?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 18:59


    Katie's SoHo Staycation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 23:06


    2020 NYC Life Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 22:37


    Stay connected to Katie on Instagram @comingtonyc

    He Is- (Day 10) He Is Truthful by Katie Orr

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 8:34


    This recording is a gift from Becky Kiser and Online Women’s Bible Study. If you’d like to get even more out of this Advent season, join OWBS at onlinewomensbiblestudy.com. Also, if you’d like the printed version of the He Is: Attributes of God Advent Study, simply search “He Is by Becky Kiser” on Amazon, or get it here: amazon.com/He-Advent-Study-Attributes-God/dp/1732850216. Use #HeIsAdventStudy when you share on social media and follow @beckykiser on Instagram.

    The Mass Exodus

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 29:01


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    Heading Home to New York City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 22:42


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    Are Rent Prices Dropping in NYC?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 10:38


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    The Future of Schools in NYC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 14:28


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    Katie had Coronavirus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 6:24


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    Our Summer Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 15:26


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    Our Quarantine Update - Covid and Protests

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 23:03


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