This show works because it loves New York City. It’s not just a backdrop; it’s a character. The Upper West Side, with its bookish, slightly eccentric energy, is the perfect place for a podcast about murder and misinterpreted cat-sitting instructions.
If you ever visit the Belnord, you’ll feel that vibe instantly. It’s clean, it’s full of dog walkers, and everyone has a scarf that costs more than your rent. But underneath? There’s a tiny hint of mystery. Just enough to make you look twice at your neighbor’s mailman.
So, next time you’re on the Upper West Side, take a stroll past 225 West 86th. Snap a photo. Whisper, “Who killed Tim Kono?” to a pigeon. It’s fun, it’s free, and it beats sitting on your couch wondering if Oliver’s diet of dip will ever work out.
