# Off the rails: the NY Subway system | Sidebean

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Published: 2026-07-01T20:39:00+00:00
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Off the rails: the NY Subway system - We simplify the pitching process. Our toolkit offers everything you need to build your pitch deck, set up your company, and start gaining traction. Get free access ► https://youtube.slidebean.com/nyc-subway #startups #slidebean #NYC -- The NYC Subway is the heart that beats beneath one of the busiest cities in the world and has done so for almost 120 years. It carries five million passengers per day with more than 1370 km of track and 472 stations. Plus, it’s the largest subway network in the Western world. And, by the looks of it, it was pretty swanky at a point in history. In the 30s and 40s, the NYC Subway was amongst the best in the world. It was vital for the city. Nowadays, it’s still essential, but it looks awful. How did things go so bad? It’s complicated. -- 0:00 NYC Subway - Intro 1:00 NYC Subway - A Quick History Lesson 5:19 NYC Subway - Decay that Still Remains 9:07 NYC Subway - A Complicated System 11:23 NYC Subway - A White Elephant that needs to Work 12:49 NYC Subway - Desperate Solutions -- Follow Caya: https://twitter.com/cayahere https://instagram.com/caya_here Turn on notifications for the podcast & rate it a 5-star for new episodes. Sidebean makes documentaries about startups, tech, and their impact on society. It is a venture-backed company that helps other startups navigate the complicated road to success. They love to cover stories around business, startups, and tech, trying both to teach and entertain. Subscribe to Sidebean on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@slidebean/ Disclaimer: This podcast is an independently produced audio adaptation of content originally shared by Sidebean. It was created by a fan who appreciates Sidebean’s thoughtful storytelling and wanted to make these ideas more accessible for au…

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