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Another New Thing with Kareem Rahma

I'm a comedian, writer, and producer. I'll be trying some new things here...also seen on '@subwaytakes' and '@keepthemeterrunning', etc.

Newsletter · By Kareem Rahma · English · Paid tier available · Official site

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  1. Issue · Aug 13, 2026

    I spent 2 days in Damascus with a cab driver named Bashar. (opens the original)

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    I land in Damascus, Syria, and meet Bashar, a cab driver and tour guide whose love for his city runs deep. What begins as a simple ride for coffee quickly turns into two days exploring Damascus through Bashar’s eyes, from the winding streets of the Old City to the places, people, and memories that have shaped his life.Along the way, Bashar takes me to a nameless breakfast spot, introduces me to some of his favorite Syrian foods, walks me through ancient streets and historic landmarks, and brings

  2. Issue · Jul 16, 2026

    This taxi ride cost $4100 but it was worth every penny (opens the original)

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    I hailed a New York City yellow cab and find myself back in the cab of Irish John, one of the most memorable drivers from the very first season of Keep The Meter Running. John takes me to his favorite butcher shop in his longtime Queens neighborhood, where stories of old New York flow as easily as the sandwiches. But what begins as a return visit quickly turns into something much bigger when I decide it’s finally time to make good on a promise I made years ago: producing John’s one-man play for

  3. Issue · Jul 9, 2026

    I Escaped New York City With My Cab Driver (opens the original)

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    I hail a New York City yellow cab and meet Young, a cab driver from South Korea whose lifelong love of mountains, art, and quiet observation has shaped the way he sees the world. Instead of taking me to a neighborhood restaurant or hidden city gem, Young invites me to leave New York behind and spend the day exploring Bear Mountain, where the two of us hike scenic trails, sketch landscapes, and search for a little peace just an hour outside Manhattan.Along the way, Young reflects on immigrating t

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