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You've seen them rocketing up and down the streets of Manhattan, but what's the life of a New York City bike messenger really like? Bill "Bilthy" Meier recently strapped a mic to his bag as he made his delivery rounds. At the end of the day, he'd recorded his thoughts on biking, life, and the people he meets along the way; and a fair share of musical interludes.
Transcript
Suggested Intro: We've seen them rocketing up and down the streets of Manhattan, but what's the life of a bike messenger really like. Colorful New York messenger Bill Meier recently strapped a mic to his bag and gave us a glimpse of his typical day.
Suggested Outro: That's Bill Meier, a New York City bike messenger. Thanks to producer Jody Avirgan of WFUV in New York.
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