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Child Survivor: Helaina Hovitz Aug 27, 2018

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Helaina Hovitz was 12 years old and starting her second year of middle school when 9/11 happened. Hovitz opens up about surviving the attacks, the fear and uncertainty she felt in the aftermath and how she relied on her writing to help her heal and cope with the trauma she experienced.

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Representing Brooklyn: Rosie Perez Aug 27, 2018

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Before Rosie Perez was an activist, actor, producer and director, she says she was just a Puerto Rican girl who grew up in Brooklyn. In this special interview, Perez talks about the excitement of New York dance clubs in the 80s and what led to her fateful meeting with director Spike Lee. She also takes you through her experience visiting the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Please note the episode contains strong language.

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The Restaurateur: Danny Meyer Aug 27, 2018

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Our City. Our Story. returns for a second season with Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer, the man behind famed New York establishments such as the Union Square Cafe and Gramercy Tavern. Meyer reflects on living in New York in the 1980s and keeping his restaurant Eleven Madison Park open on 9/11 to serve the community.

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The Couric Effect: Katie Couric Sep 08, 2016

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Katie Couric reported breaking news to millions of “Today Show” viewers as the terror attacks unfolded. Now 15 years later, the Yahoo global news anchor remembers that day, reflects on her life and her appreciation for normalcy.

The Brooklynite: Harold Buisson Aug 19, 2016

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Born and raised in Brooklyn, Harold Buisson has witnessed the borough’s dramatic transformation. On September 11 he would find himself running for his life as the South Tower collapsed. He discusses “old New York” and how the city has changed since the attacks.

The Imam: Khalid Latif Jul 27, 2016

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After the towers fell when he was a New York University student, Imam Khalid Latif became a leader in the local Muslim community. He reflects on growing up before and after 9/11, and addresses the challenges Muslims in America continue to face today.

Eyebrow Man: George Whipple Jul 12, 2016

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New York 1 society reporter, lawyer, farmer and philanthropist George Whipple cares deeply about preserving the past. He's helping to safeguard areas in Putnam County, N.Y., where he commissioned a 9/11 memorial honoring the county's residents killed in the attacks.

The Ad Exec: Jan Zislin Jun 24, 2016

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Advertising executive Jan Zislin came of age in the 1970s when the East Village music scene was booming. After the attack on her city, she felt compelled to help and would later face a hard decision of returning to where it all began.

The New York Times Reporter: David Dunlap Jun 09, 2016

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New York Times reporter David Dunlap has long documented the World Trade Center rebuilding as part of his Building Blocks column. He reflects on New Yorkers’ affection for the original WTC and how the new site fits into the fabric of the city.

The Survivor: Marilyn Goldberg May 26, 2016

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9/11 survivor Marilyn Goldberg worked on the 72nd floor of the south tower. She recounts her escape, the 1965 blackout and growing up in Brooklyn in the 1950s.

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