Interviews

Interviews with New Yorkers who tell their life stories, their dreams, and what inspires them every day.

Wil

An interview with a NYC doorman and former veteran who tries to keep a positive outlook.

Irvin

Irvin is a people person who focuses on customer service as a way to connect with tenants.

Cleon

Cleon is a doorman who has interesting insights about the relationship with tenants and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Christopher

Interview with Christopher Brown, a 21-year-old doorman in NYC.

Calvin

An interview with Calvin, a doorman in NYC who was born in the Dominican Republic.

Joey

An interview with Joey, who has worked in the same building for 25 years.

Joseph

An interview with Joseph, who was born and raised in the Bronx. He has worked in his building for 15 years.

Justin

An interview with Justin, who was born and raised in upper Manhattan. His unique perspective on dealing with difficult customers comes from his previous jobs.

Peter R.

Peter is from Poland. He says that COVID has changed the way tenants and doormen interact.

Peter S.

Peter says many of the policies that changed during COVID have stayed in place.

Rich

Rich says, "Don't let nobody mess up your day." He likes good vibes and having a good day. He's learned to keep smiling at work.

Ruben

Ruben has been working in the same building for 31 years.

Sean

Sean says COVID was a restart as many people moved out during the pandemic. Now that new tenants have moved in, he is welcoming new people.