Rare in NY with Rachel Aschalew

The Secret Behind Your Favorite Michelin-Star Spaces | Preeti Sriratana

He’s behind some of the most iconic restaurants in New York but for him it’s never just about the space. It’s about who feels welcome inside it. Preeti Sriratana, co-founder of @modellus_novus [https://www.instagram.com/modellus_novus/] builds dining rooms that reflect culture, invite community, and make people feel like they belong. That same belief extends beyond the table through his work with @apexforyouth [https://www.instagram.com/apexforyouth/] for Youth, creating access, mentorship, and opportunity for the next generation of Asian American leaders. Because at a certain point, it’s not about what you build it’s about who you’re building it for. Episode live now 🎧

Advice From The Network President Who Passed on Friends But Led The Kardashian Era ft. Ted Harbert

Rare in NY, hosted by Rachel Aschalew, explores the people shaping culture, business, and media.At 11 years old, he decided he’d run network television.And he did.From inside Saturday Night Live with Lorne Michaelsto shaping the shows we all grew up on.Ted Harbert didn’t just work in TV.He helped define it.He created America’s Funniest Home Videos.He helped bring Keeping Up with the Kardashians to life.And yes —he passed on Friends.This episode is about taste, risk, and the decisions that shape culture.Because success isn’t just about what you choose.It’s about putting in 10,000 hours and then some.

Ex-felon coaches CEO’s on the chokehold of fear ft. Ian Jarvis

Rare in NY, hosted by Rachel Aschalew, explores the people shaping culture, business, and media.At 21, he escaped federal agents.Now he coaches Fortune 500 CEOs.Ian Jarvis built his life on one thing:the courage to change.Comfort is a slow death.Crisis is where change begins.In every problem… there’s an answer.This episode isn’t advice.It’s a confrontation.

New York Doesn't Hand You An Identity So He Built One ft. JamseyWorld

In this episode of Rare in New York, Rachel Aschalew sits down with Jamesy (James Park), the creator behind JamesyWorld. What began as a passion for food and meeting people across the city eventually grew into a powerful personal brand, a cookbook, and a platform built around storytelling and connection. Rachel and James reflect on their early days at Dumbo Life and Style, making this conversation a true full-circle moment. James shares his journey from immigrating to the U.S. and growing up in the South to building a life in New York through curiosity, networking, and community. They talk about identity, ambition, the power of relationships in New York, and why the most valuable thing anyone has is their story. In a city of millions, the rarest thing you can be is yourself.

The Cost of Building Rare ft. Mark Jupiter

In this episode of Rare in New York, Rachel Aschalew sits down with master furniture maker Mark Jupiter, founder of Mark Jupiter Designs. Before becoming one of New York’s most respected custom furniture designers, Mark was building entire houses. Over time, his passion for craftsmanship evolved — shifting from construction sites to a workshop where raw wood is transformed into one-of-a-kind pieces. Rachel and Mark talk about: * the passion that drives true craftsmanship * knowing your worth as a creative * staying focused despite the noise and frustrations of the world * and what it means to build something that lasts In a city that moves fast and rarely slows down, Mark represents something increasingly rare: patience, mastery, and dedication to a craft. This episode is about passion, resilience, and the beauty of building something real with your own two hands. 🪵