On the wild West side of Manhattan
lies the Meatpacking District of New York, nestled in the 6 square blocks
below 14th Street, right beside the Hudson River.For decades, The Meatpacking
District was the industrial center for the processing of meats for New
York.
Now, it seems economic pressures are squeezing out the meatpacking
industry, and standing in its place are hip cafes and bars, designer
stores and
sleek hotels.The Meatpacking District has quickly become one of the
most decadent locations for nightlife in New York City, and part
of the attraction
is the gritty, wild side to the neighborhood, because of the very industry
that gave the district its name. In the face of this change, local
residents and long-time workers are currently renegotiating their
role and place
in the District. This piece
is a kind of snapshot of a colorful Manhattan community in a state
of flux.
The Prime Cut is a radio narrative woven from the tales of locals who
have a personal association with the neighborhood. When combined, these
tales tell a really powerful story. A story that resonates with anyone
who has experienced change to a place that was
important to them.
In this way, The Prime Cut represents a universal experience.
We all have places that are meaningful to us, places with which we closely
identify. These places are storehouses of memory and history.
These are the places that shape us.
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