New York City Mythbusters

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There are many myths about our wonderful city, and I've heard some of the greatest ones. Those who are born and reared in NYC fully understand the truths, as well as the inaccuracies. And I'm here on a New York City mythbusters quest to break it down for all of you who are unaware.

So, before you come to our city with a head full of myth-based brainwashing, let me clear up the top five New York City urban legends that have plagued our city and crowded the minds of those visiting.

Some of these seem too funny to be believable, yet folks will come up to a New Yorker, much like myself, and say, "Hey, is it true that New York...blah, blah, blah," with no hesitation. Well, let's jump straight into some of these New York City mythbusters and find out.