Gianmarco Soresi’s Popular Podcast The Downside Joins Comedy Powerhouse Headgum

By NEW YORK TREND | August 6, 2025

Comedian Gianmarco Soresi’s hit podcast The Downside, co-hosted by Russell Daniels, has officially joined the Headgum podcast network. Known for its sharp humor and irreverent take on life’s darker moments, The Downside now sits alongside Headgum hits like Handsome, Senses Working Overtime with David Cross, and Newcomers with Lauren Lapkus & Nicole Byer. Launched as…

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Seafood, Soul, and Sweet Success: Ka-wana Jefferson’s Flavor-Filled Mission with Sweet Catch BK and Lost Borough Ice Cream

By Ann Brown | August 6, 2025

Brooklyn-based hospitality entrepreneur and proud HBCU graduate Ka-wana Jefferson is making waves in the culinary world with her two standout brands: Sweet Catch BK, a fast-casual seafood and soul food eatery in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and Lost Borough Ice Cream, known for its creative and culturally inspired frozen treats. Jefferson, who holds two psychology degrees,…

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Bryant Park Picnic Performances Return for Summer 2025 with a Stellar Lineup

By Ann Brown | August 6, 2025

Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is back for the 2025 summer season, kicking off on May 30 with an expanded and electrifying schedule. The beloved free outdoor festival—known for making world-class arts and culture accessible to all—will once again transform the heart of Midtown Manhattan into a vibrant open-air stage. Running…

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‘Frosteam’ Debuts on Kickstarter as the World’s First 3-in-1 At-Home Facial Spa

By NEW YORK TREND | August 5, 2025

Skincare lovers looking to elevate their routine now have a sleek new option: Frosteam, a revolutionary at-home facial device that merges three beauty rituals into one. Now live on Kickstarter, Frosteam is positioning itself as the world’s first 3-in-1 spa system combining hot steam, cold therapy, and aromatherapy—all in under 10 minutes. Unlike traditional facial…

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Crystal R. Emery Expands Her Creative Legacy With Debut Novel, ‘Without a Trace’

By NEW YORK TREND | August 5, 2025

Crystal R. Emery is no stranger to defying expectations. A filmmaker, playwright, actress, author, nonprofit founder—and quadriplegic—Emery has added novelist and comedian to her ever-growing list of achievements. Her debut novel, Without a Trace, was recently released. Known for her acclaimed documentaries Black Women in Medicine and The Deadliest Disease in America, Emery brings a…

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‘The Missing Piece’: A Revolutionary Approach to Healing Relationships in a Divided World

By NEW YORK TREND | August 5, 2025

In an era where division seems to dominate politics, culture, and even personal lives, Stacey and Paul Martino offer a refreshing and powerful perspective with their new book, The Missing Piece: A Proven Method to Single-Handedly Transform Your Relationship and Create Harmony in Your Home. The Boise-based relationship experts introduce a groundbreaking method that puts…

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Queens of Ubiquitous 2025

By NEW YORK TREND | August 4, 2025

The countdown is on! From Sept. 5-7 at The Hall at Live! in Hanover, MD, the vibrant city is set to come alive with purpose, power, and passion as the Ubiquitous Women’s Expo celebrates its monumental 11th year. Founded by the visionary @detroitgermaine, this annual gathering is more than just an expo—it’s a movement that…

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