The Hot Dog King: An Episode from The Sporkful Podcast

Today’s story, from Dan Pashman and The Sporkful, is about the people behind New York’s hot dog carts, and one man’s fight to keep his spot. From street corners to museum steps, street vending is a grind that is shaped by city politics, impossible permits, and everyday hustle. In this episode, we meet Dan Rossi, a Marine vet who’s spent nearly 20 years guarding his cart outside The Met, the most coveted location for selling a hot dog in New York City, and fighting for his right to stay. Listen to and learn more from The Sporkful on their website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Hot Dog King: An Episode from The Sporkful Podcast is an episode from Proof by America's Test Kitchen.

This episode is 30:21 long.

This episode was published on Oct 30, 2025.

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