Kyle Depew’s journey into the heart of film photography began long before he opened “Brooklyn Film Camera” in 2015. With a background working for the Impossible Project, which famously acquired the last Polaroid factory, Kyle leveraged his experience and passion to create a space dedicated to the preservation and celebration of film photography. 

From a modest stall at the Brooklyn Flea Market to a sprawling two-level store in Williamsburg, “Brooklyn Film Camera” has become a cornerstone for both the local and global photo community, offering a rare blend of vintage camera repair, film sales, and community events.

https://brooklynfilmcamera.com/

https://epicenter-nyc.com/film-photography-is-alive/

Kyle Depew’s journey into the heart of film photography began long before he opened “Brooklyn Film Camera” in 2015. With a background working for the Impossible Project, which famously acquired the last Polaroid factory, Kyle leveraged his experience and passion to create a space dedicated to the preservation and celebration of film photography. 
From a modest stall at the Brooklyn Flea Market to a sprawling two-level store in Williamsburg, “Brooklyn Film Camera” has become a cornerstone for both the local and global photo community, offering a rare blend of vintage camera repair, film sales, and community events.
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<a href="https://brooklynfilmcamera.com/">https://brooklynfilmcamera.com/</a>
<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/film-photography-is-alive/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/film-photography-is-alive/</a>

Welcome to the Epicenter NYC podcast. Every week we share an in-depth look at one of our top stories. We'll also take a moment to share a story from one our neighbors - someone like you! For more visit us at epicenter-nyc.com and subscribe to our newsletter.

Intro music: http://karavikamusic.com/

Production: https://www.pirateaudio.co/

Welcome to the Epicenter NYC podcast. Every week we share an in-depth look at one of our top stories. We'll also take a moment to share a story from one our neighbors - someone like you! For more visit us at <a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/">epicenter-nyc.com</a> and subscribe to our newsletter.
Intro music: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://karavikamusic.com/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1620801442290000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2BA7tOmAA5pmyU6HLQXTLH" data-rawhref="http://karavikamusic.com/">http://karavikamusic.com/</a>
Production: <a href="https://www.pirateaudio.co/">https://www.pirateaudio.co/</a>

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The Evolution of Brooklyn Film Camera with Kyle Depew

In February of 2021, Earnest Flowers opened a natural and organic grocery store in the heart of Southeast Queens called Earnest Foods. Since then, the store has become a vital source for residents – offering sugarless, gluten-free, and organic products in an area where options like these are scarce. And while at first, there was a trickle of customers – neighbors, or those who saw it in local newspapers, the business quickly cemented loyalty by going beyond standard customer service.

In this episode we sit down with Earnest as he shares his journey from participating in local farmers markets during the pandemic to establishing a full-scale grocery store. We also talk about his commitment to supporting other minority and local businesses, and the broader implications of food access in his community. 

https://earnestfoods.com/

In February of 2021, Earnest Flowers opened a natural and organic grocery store in the heart of Southeast Queens called Earnest Foods. Since then, the store has become a vital source for residents – offering sugarless, gluten-free, and organic products in an area where options like these are scarce. And while at first, there was a trickle of customers – neighbors, or those who saw it in local newspapers, the business quickly cemented loyalty by going beyond standard customer service.
In this episode we sit down with Earnest as he shares his journey from participating in local farmers markets during the pandemic to establishing a full-scale grocery store. We also talk about his commitment to supporting other minority and local businesses, and the broader implications of food access in his community. 
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<a href="https://earnestfoods.com/">https://earnestfoods.com/</a>

Earnest Flowers on Building a Healthier Community

Danielle Copper suffered from severe eczema in her teens and early twenties. And despite numerous consultations with dermatologists and treatments like antibiotics, creams, and cortisone shots, her condition didn’t improve.

So she decided create her own skincare products – starting with a face soap. She saw an immediate improvement in her skin and confidence. Encouraged by her own results, Danielle left her job as a 911 operator and founded Agamems Beauty to help others with similar issues. The company is built on the idea of using natural ingredients to provide effective skincare solutions.

In this episode we sit down with Danielle to hear more about her journey.

https://agamems.com/

https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-spotlight/

https://www.chervitality.com/

Danielle Copper suffered from severe eczema in her teens and early twenties. And despite numerous consultations with dermatologists and treatments like antibiotics, creams, and cortisone shots, her condition didn’t improve.
So she decided create her own skincare products – starting with a face soap. She saw an immediate improvement in her skin and confidence. Encouraged by her own results, Danielle left her job as a 911 operator and founded Agamems Beauty to help others with similar issues. The company is built on the idea of using natural ingredients to provide effective skincare solutions.
In this episode we sit down with Danielle to hear more about her journey.
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<a href="https://agamems.com/">https://agamems.com/</a> 
<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-spotlight/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-spotlight/</a>
<a href="https://www.chervitality.com/">https://www.chervitality.com/</a>

Agamems Beauty, a natural skincare line born from a 911 operator’s battle with stress

Not too long ago I was heading home after a trek through Forest Park and saw a swarm of black-colored birds — hundreds of them — in the sky, trees and power lines, on rooftops and lawns and on sidewalks across the street. Fascinated by the super-flock, I consulted a couple bird experts, sharing pictures and a video. 

Paul Sweet, a collection manager at the American Museum of Natural History’s ​​department of ornithology, was one of the experts who confirmed that these weren’t crows, but common grackles. Sweet, a Brooklyn resident, has worked at the museum for 32 years. One of the most common misconceptions he’s heard is the one I brought up.

https://epicenter-nyc.com/mistaking-blackbirds-with-hitchcocks-in-queens/

https://www.nycgovparks.org/places-to-go/birding

https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/birding

https://www.nycaudubon.org/events-birding/programs-and-events/local-trips-classes

https://www.feministbirdclub.org/

https://www.instagram.com/latinooutdoors_nyc/

https://www.meetup.com/outdoor-afro-ny/

https://www.amnh.org/research/vertebrate-zoology/ornithology

Not too long ago I was heading home after a trek through Forest Park and saw a swarm of black-colored birds — hundreds of them — in the sky, trees and power lines, on rooftops and lawns and on sidewalks across the street. Fascinated by the super-flock, I consulted a couple bird experts, sharing pictures and a video. 
Paul Sweet, a collection manager at the American Museum of Natural History’s ​​department of ornithology, was one of the experts who confirmed that these weren’t crows, but common grackles. Sweet, a Brooklyn resident, has worked at the museum for 32 years. One of the most common misconceptions he’s heard is the one I brought up.
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<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/mistaking-blackbirds-with-hitchcocks-in-queens/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/mistaking-blackbirds-with-hitchcocks-in-queens/</a> 
<a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/places-to-go/birding">https://www.nycgovparks.org/places-to-go/birding</a>
<a href="https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/birding">https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/birding</a>
<a href="https://www.nycaudubon.org/events-birding/programs-and-events/local-trips-classes">https://www.nycaudubon.org/events-birding/programs-and-events/local-trips-classes</a>
<a href="https://www.feministbirdclub.org/">https://www.feministbirdclub.org/</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/latinooutdoors_nyc/">https://www.instagram.com/latinooutdoors_nyc/</a>
<a href="https://www.meetup.com/outdoor-afro-ny/">https://www.meetup.com/outdoor-afro-ny/</a>
<a href="https://www.amnh.org/research/vertebrate-zoology/ornithology">https://www.amnh.org/research/vertebrate-zoology/ornithology</a>

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