Exploring Maspeth and Long Island City: A Cold Adventure

Action Kid explores the industrial side of Queens, showcasing hidden gems and unique experiences beneath the bustling highways.

### Exploring the Cold Streets of Maspeth, Queens
* ❄ ️ Welcome to the live stream where we'll be exploring the chilly streets of Maspeth, Queens, on a cold January evening with temperatures around **27°F (-3°C)**.
* 🧤 The host is bundled up in multiple layers, mentioning an issue with their **heated glove not working properly**, which adds a layer of **concern** as they prepare for the cold.
* 🚌 The host discusses their plans to **walk through the area**, possibly heading into **Long Island City and Astoria**, while engaging with viewers in the chat who are familiar with the neighborhood.
* 🌆 As they walk, they comment on the lack of subway access in the area, explaining how residents often rely on buses to connect to the subway system, making it a **"subway desert."**
* 🚧 The host shares anecdotes about the traffic and pedestrian safety in New York City, emphasizing the **importance of having cameras for evidence** during potential traffic incidents.
* 🏙 Upon reaching a viewpoint, they spot the **Manhattan skyline**, including the **Empire State Building**, and reflect on the **industrial nature** of the area while acknowledging the **beauty of their surroundings**.
* 🛣 The journey continues under highways, showcasing the **gritty side of Queens**, with plans to explore more of the area and share the experience with their audience, highlighting the **unique aspects of urban exploration**.
* ☕ The stream concludes with the host expressing gratitude for viewer support and sharing their plans to **grab a hot drink after the live stream**, emphasizing the **communal aspect of the experience**.

### Exploring Queens: A Journey Through History and Neighborhoods
* 🌆 The adventure begins in Queens, highlighting the diverse areas like the industrial Maspeth, which is a **mix of homes and industry**.
* 🌉 The **Kosciuszko Bridge**, named after a Polish general, often confuses locals with its pronunciation, leading to various nicknames like "**the cave bridge**."
* 🏙 As the narrator reflects on the historical changes in street names, he notes that many streets were **renumbered after Queens consolidated into New York City**.
* 🚇 He recalls the old subway station names and the evolution of iconic bridges like the **Triboro Bridge**, now known as the **Robert F. Kennedy Bridge**.
* 🎤 The narrator engages with viewers, sharing personal insights about his **heritage as a Chinese American** and discussing the significance of **local food in Astoria**.
* 🚧 He navigates through Queens, discussing the subway system's challenges during cold weather, which often leads to **delays and broken rails**.
* 🗺 As he explores, he emphasizes the **importance of walking and discovering hidden gems** in the city, even as he encounters **noisy subway tracks** above him.
* ☕ Finally, he wraps up his journey, expressing gratitude for the viewers' company and encouraging them to **explore the rich history and vibrant neighborhoods of Queens**.

NYC LIVE Exploring Maspeth to Astoria, Queens on Monday Evening (January 10, 2022)

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The live stream host is in Maspeth, Queens, on a cold January evening, planning to walk through the area and possibly into Long Island City and Astoria.

The host is bundled up in multiple layers and is experiencing issues with a heated glove.

Viewers in the chat are engaging, sharing their own experiences with the cold weather, while the host discusses traffic, plans for the night, and the importance of having cameras for evidence in case of reckless driving.

Navigating Queens and the Challenges of Heated Gloves

The speaker struggles with using a charger and microphone simultaneously while discussing heated gloves.

They mention the difficulty of finding heated gloves and their high cost compared to regular gloves.

The conversation shifts to the residential area of Massmuth, the lack of subway access, and the various bus routes available, while also highlighting the unique bridge connections to Staten Island.

The narrator arrives at 58th Street in Staten Island, comparing it to downtown L.

and noting the cold weather across the U.

The area is industrial, with warehouses and factories, and the narrator reflects on the common practice of "snowbirds" traveling to Florida for the winter.

They discover a Home Depot and Chipotle at the intersection of 58th Street and the Long Island Expressway, commenting on the unusual placement of these businesses.

The narrator is exploring a curious and industrial area of Queens, walking underneath the highway and navigating through sketchy sidewalks.

The journey includes passing a cemetery, encountering a lack of pedestrian infrastructure, and reminiscing about past routes.

The narrator enjoys the adventure of walking in unusual places and highlights the need for more sidewalks and pedestrian safety in the area.

The narrator explores a unique and gritty area of New York City, walking beneath the highway with a cemetery and the skyline in the background.

They humorously comment on the bus stops and the potential for an ASMR video, while also noting the desolate surroundings.

The walk leads to the junction of the Long Island Expressway and Brooklyn Queens Expressway, with plans to continue towards Long Island City and Queens Boulevard.

The narrator shares their experience of exploring different areas in Queens, highlighting the industrial side of Maspeth and the diverse neighborhoods.

The Kosciuszko Bridge, named after a Polish general, is mentioned for its challenging pronunciation and the various names it has been called.

The narrator also discusses the renaming of streets and landmarks in Queens over the years, emphasizing the area's rich history and the impact of New York City's consolidation.

Exploring Queens: Vernon Boulevard to 33rd Street

The speaker navigates from Vernon Boulevard, formerly known as Vernon Avenue, to Steinway Street and then along Queens Boulevard under the Seven Train.

They highlight the unique acoustics and smoothness of the subway's structure, sharing interesting anecdotes about the close proximity of apartments to the subway.

The speaker also discusses the benefits of electric vehicle charging stations and their affordable parking rates, making it a cost-effective option for those commuting to the city.

The speaker navigates through Queens, highlighting the noisy subway and the chaotic intersection of Queens Boulevard and Skillman Avenue.

They mention the cold weather causing subway issues and share a shortcut to avoid street crossing chaos.

The journey includes views of Long Island City and Manhattan, as well as construction and changes in the area.

Delays and Disruptions in NYC Subway Service

The MTA's Twitter reported recent delays for the N and R trains due to a rail repair in Manhattan and Queens.

The speaker is investigating the subway's operation, walking towards Astoria, and noting the challenges of delayed trains.

They discuss the history of elevated subways in NYC and the impact of passenger behavior on train delays.

The speaker is frustrated with the subway delays, having walked two avenues without seeing a train.

They reflect on the impact of the delays on commuters and share their experiences of waiting for the train.

Ultimately, they reach the Broadway station just as the train arrives, wrapping up their adventure and planning to get a warm drink before heading home.