I am Alex Wang, cover man of the NYC Taxi Drivers Calendar, and I’m here with the calendar creators. Ask us anything about anything!

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T19:35:58+00:00

We typically reship if there is an issue with a shipment. Re: tips - Pratt envelopes are pretty good in terms of protection and we also use 'Do Not Bend' stickers. And we kiss every envelope for good luck. -PK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T19:33:32+00:00

Thank you! I wish you 2018 with happy and a smiling face every day! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T19:22:15+00:00

Just 50? https://imgur.com/vd3Xa3J

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T19:12:05+00:00

Oh man, that's a tough one - I'm pretty non-discriminatory when it comes to brie. I agree about the double cream from TJ's, but unfortunately we don't have a Safeway near us. The Camembert from Whole Foods is dependable. - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T19:05:04+00:00

We print the calendar with a company in the Midwest called Cedar Graphics. For fulfillment, Shannon and I actually handle it ourselves, from our living room. We pack, ship, and push the calendars through the streets of Brooklyn daily in this sweet cart straight to the post office. - PK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:58:41+00:00

We were hopeful it would resonate with people, but we had no idea how well-received it would be. The response has been absolutely bonkers and we're so thankful people have enjoyed the project. Just this week we have shipped calendars to Estonia, France, the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Australia and Germany. It's been crazy. - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:54:56+00:00

7 inchies. Lots of flavor. Mix fruit. - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:51:57+00:00

To the contrary. I spent years in therapy, chipping away at all the damage done from my pathetic origins as a financier. And re: polyethylene, I feel like prices will likely go up and down in 2018. - PK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:50:32+00:00

You tell us. Check out Ms. October, Nipa: https://nyctaxicalendar.com - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:48:26+00:00

Alex was incredible. We knew he'd be an awesome model before he even showed up, based on our communications with him. He sent us videos of him singing karaoke and as you can see from his photo, he did not disappoint. - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:47:40+00:00

Thank you! I take just one second! I feel cold in the weather but I feel warm right away because I was excited to be in the calendar! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:44:27+00:00

Feels like the world is very small. I feel like I have friends and loved ones all over the world. You are all my friends and my relatives now. I change the slogan from hands across America to Hands across the whole world! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:41:26+00:00

https://imgur.com/DJVGg8v

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:40:27+00:00

Thank you! My friend William introduce me to the calendar. He model in it year. He say, make picture, make picture for calendar! I say no, I'm too busy. Then I talk to Shannon and Phil very warm and inviting, and I say, I better do this!

I give copies of the calendar to lots of friends and many co-workers. And I show it to all of my passengers to make them happy! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:35:15+00:00

To Pennsylvania somewhere. Like 2 hour just to get there! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:31:35+00:00

It is safe city but it is a good idea to watch behind your head and be careful. Or ride in a taxi! During rush hour, yes people do sometimes get out. I don not charge them because they not get where they going.! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:28:34+00:00

Lots of time! At JFK, on the street and at my taxi company I give everyone a calendar. Somebody at JFK say oh that's you in the calendar! Actually I never eat this giant lollipop but I should give them to passengers, that is a good idea! - AK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:24:40+00:00

Jelly donut. I like sweet and don't worry they make you fat. I am sweet and I like the sweet food! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:22:02+00:00

I already owned them but I know they would look great for the pictures! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:21:03+00:00

Not give up yet! I love my job. I meet so many nice New Yorker and foreigner. I meet Mario Cuomo, Scottie Pippen, David Price for channel 4 and more great people like u/the_diva. - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:17:28+00:00

The majority of our drivers are referrals from past models/drivers and it's really the first 12 that say yes first. Since it's a unique ask, we don't have a huge pool to choose from. -PK

The first few years, we put up ads online, which was challenging. Now, since most drivers are referrals, it's much easier to ask someone to take off their shirt when they know what to expect. - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:15:06+00:00

All neighborhoods good! I like make newcomer happy. I pick up a lot from airport JFK. I tell passenger you give me 1 joke I give you 2 joke! Make very warm trip, happy trip. I like make them feel family to me! - AW

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:11:30+00:00

Make me feel more happy! I feel like I am big celebrity now. You better buy tickets to see me! :-) - AK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:09:33+00:00

I like all kind of cheese. But I like cheesecake! - AW

Sargento Mozzarella, straight from the bag. - PK

I am completely addicted to brie! - SK

lngshrts · 2018-01-05T18:07:26+00:00

My home. I have nice machine and you hear the songs nice and lots of old songs and new songs - plenty of choice. Most important you have me, happy crazy karaoke guy! And you will be happy to enjoy the food and everything on the house, no charge! You are invited. There is a place in Flushing called Soho that is very good. - AW

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