Kareem Rahma appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" to discuss his social-media series "SubwayTakes" and announce a new digital project [1].

Rahma's transition from subway cars to taxis reflects a growing trend of hyper-local, candid street interviewing that captures the diverse perspectives of New York City residents. By shifting the setting, the creator expands the scope of public discourse beyond the transit system.

During the interview, Rahma said he spoke about the experiences he has had while filming "SubwayTakes," which launched in 2023 [3]. The series is filmed inside New York City subway cars, where Rahma engages passengers in conversations and debates [2]. He used the platform to share the most absurd opinion he has ever heard regarding the show [1].

Rahma also introduced his latest venture, a digital series titled "Keep The Meter Running" [1]. In this new project, New York City cab drivers take the lead, guiding Rahma around the city while sharing their own stories, and insights [1]. The series aims to highlight the unique vantage point of taxi drivers who navigate the city's streets daily.

This move follows the viral success of his previous work, which focused on the spontaneous and often contentious nature of subway commuters [2]. Rahma said the new series continues his goal of exploring the city through the eyes of its workers and residents [1].

“SubwayTakes launched in 2023.”

The expansion from "SubwayTakes" to "Keep The Meter Running" suggests a strategic pivot toward a broader 'transit-based' content ecosystem. By leveraging the inherent curiosity and storytelling nature of NYC's transport workers, Rahma is capitalizing on the appetite for authentic, unscripted human interaction in an era of highly curated social media content.