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Gersh Kuntzman

Tabloid legend Gersh Kuntzman has been with New York newspapers since 1989, including stints at the New York Daily News, the Post, the Brooklyn Paper and even a cup of coffee with the Times. He’s also the writer and producer of “Murder at the Food Coop,” which was a hit at the NYC Fringe Festival in 2016, and “SUV: The Musical” in 2007. He also writes the Cycle of Rage column, which is archived here.

Tuesday’s Headlines: We Told You So Edition

See this cyclist on the highway? That's a failure of government.

September 24, 2024

Monday’s Headlines: ‘It’s the Car Culture, Stupid’ Edition

The Times is so blind to car culture that it can't even blame the automobile for sedentary lifestyles. Plus other news.

September 23, 2024

Friday’s Headlines: Gridlock Surrender Edition

The Department of Transportation yesterday put out its annual list of "Gridlock Alert" days. Plus other news.

September 20, 2024

Thursday’s Headlines: Who Ya Gonna Call Edition

A key law enforcement effort will be led by the Sanitation Commissioner. Plus other news.

September 19, 2024

Wednesday’s Headlines: Hochul Agonistes Edition

The Times offers a psychological insight into Gov. Hochul's congestion pricing "pause." Plus other news.

September 18, 2024

Streetsblog to DOT: We’ll See You in Court — Again!

Streetsblog is quite a FOIL to the Department of Transportation!

September 17, 2024

Tuesday’s Headlines: Make McGuinness Safe Edition

The mayor's failure to implement the full road diet on McGuinness Boulevard continues to have terrible repercussions. Plus other news.

September 17, 2024

Monday’s Headlines: A Worthy Ribbon-Cutting Edition

The DOT will formally open the protected bike lane on the Washington Bridge connecting upper Manhattan to The Bronx. Plus other news.

September 16, 2024

Friday Video: Welcome to the ‘War on Cars’

Here's a pithy, witty, concise synopsis of why cars suck from the makers of America's best-loved podcast.

September 13, 2024

The Car Stole Our Bliss — And It Started 125 Years Ago Today

The automobile got its first taste of blood 125 years ago tomorrow — and it's never been able to kick the habit.

September 13, 2024