In this debut episode of From the Fire Escape Podcast, hosts Taina Carrero and Iris la Blanca take you back to where it all started, the fire escape on the Grand Concourse that became a symbol of resilience, dreams, and escape. They share personal stories of growing up in The Bronx, where opportunities were scarce, but determination was endless.

Through a mix of storytelling and conversation, Taina and Iris reflect on the challenges of underserved urban communities, the power of knowledge, and how a simple fire escape became a space for deep conversations, big dreams, and even passing notes to neighbors. They also discuss the importance of representati ...