INSOMNIA STREAM： SUBWAY FARE EDITION

Stream Summary

This stream, hosted by Devon Stack, explores the history and present reality of crime and violence on New York City subways, focusing on the infamous 1984 Bernard Goetz vigilante shooting and its social, legal, and demographic context. The discussion weaves together news footage, personal anecdotes, and recent incidents to critique urban policy, multiculturalism, and the changing nature of public safety. The stream also features audience hyperchats on related topics, including urban flight, generational change, and the challenges of building community in modern America.

• The Bernard Goetz subway shooting and trial
• Historical and recent subway crime in New York City
• Media coverage and public reaction to vigilante justice
• Urban policy, policing, and demographic change
• Personal safety, self-defense, and the limits of law enforcement
• Audience commentary on urban life, community, and social cohesion
• References to news reports, documentaries, and cultural commentary

Sources

• Bernard Goetz Subway Shooting & Vigilante Justice
  • Bernhard Goetz "Subway Vigilante" Video Tape Confession (FOX 5 NY)
  • Fox News: 40 Years Later, Crime Issues Raised by Subway Gunman Bernhard Goetz Remain
  • The 1984 Subway Vigilante: Hero, Criminal, or Something Worse? (Forgotten History)
  • Bernie Goetz Breaks Silence on Daniel Penny Trial (Daily Mail)
  • Turning Point with Frank MacKay - Interview with Bernhard Goetz
  • The Confession of Bernhard Goetz - 92Y Talks
• Recent NYC Subway Crime & Violence
  • Harrowing Video Shows Men Clashing Moments Before NYC Subway Shooting (New York Post)
  • Multiple Violent Incidents on NYC Subways (FOX 5 NY)
  • NYC Subway Passenger Stabbed, Shot After Confrontation (ABC 7 Chicago)
  • NYC Teen Arrested, Charged with Setting Homeless Subway Rider on Fire (Fox News)
  • Teen Facing Federal Charges for Setting Homeless Man on Fire on NYC Subway Train (ABC News)
  • Inside the Recent Spate of Attacks on the New York City Subway (The Independent)
  • Arrest Made After NYC Subway Rider Set on Fire (CBS News)
• Guardian Angels & Subway Vigilantism
  • Guardian Angels Returning to Patrol NYC Subways After Woman’s Murder (Straight Arrow News)
  • Guardian Angels Resume Patrols on NYC Subway Cars After Fatal Attack (PIX11 News)
  • VIGILANTE: The Incredible True Story of Curtis Sliwa and the Guardian Angels (DOC NYC)
• Joker (2019) Subway Scene & Inspiration
  • Arthur Kills Three Guys in the Subway | Joker (2019) [UltraHD, HDR]
  • Joker Cinematographer Breaks Down Shooting the Subway Scene (Variety)
  • Slice and Dice: Breaking Down the Subway Shooting Scene in Joker (Fandom)
• Other Referenced Documentaries & Clips
  • Scout's Honor: The Secret Files of the Boy Scouts of America (Documentary)
  • Immigration, World Poverty and Gumballs – Roy Beck (NumbersUSA)
  • Defiant – Devon Stack (YouTube)
  • Valhalla Rising (2009) – Official Netflix Page