Cincinnati Overview | An informative introduction to Cincinnati, Ohio 

Really I live in the Cincinnati metropolitan area I don’t see much to do

@@thelinktothegame6081you aren’t looking hard enough then

Cincinnati and Pittsburgh aren't the shit holes that their state allies Philadelphia and Cleveland are.

@@thelinktothegame6081 yeah, that's your fault. I thought the same of Cincinnati back in 2007, but then I moved away for a few years and traveled to most of the other cities in the country. Cincinnati is really a gem. It has gorgeous historical architecture, natural resources in the river and hills, and dense and diverse neighborhoods. The banks have been a major win for the city creating a legitimate destination entertainment district and the density of high quality restaurants in OtR is incredibly strong. Smale park may be the best riverfront park in the entire country. I understand the Cincinnati way is to crap on the city--i used to do it myself--but having gone away and having seen other cities, Cincinnati is really a very good place to live.

Both cities share so much history and the views are spectacular

I’m from WNY too. Driving home through Cincinnati at night from down south, the skyline is AMAZING coming down the big hill from Kentucky! The way it’s just laid out before you.

😂 you’re completely insane. Cincinnati is a dump. It’s ugly. It’s boring. It’s old and unrestored. A bleak history with an even bleaker future ahead. And I have no clue what your idea of culture is but I imagine it’s somewhere along the lines of ordering “The Tour of Italy” at The Olive Garden. Can’t say much about the people and the rolling hills are okay but the one thing the city has going for it are incredible breweries - Urban Artifact, Fibonacci, Brink - all were a blast to go to. Nice ball park too. That’s it. If you want a true gem of a city very close by check out Louisville. Excellent food, beautiful culture that clashes together Confederate Southern history with a Midwest vibe. Tons of parks sprawled throughout the city too. Very underrated. Cincinnati is a dump though. I’m sorry but anyone who sees it as a cool city must have been on acid their entire time there.

@@MrCBG Yup, from NKY here & we call that "the cut in the hill" To this day, (and I have done it Thousands of times) when I catch Cincinnati from that view it always reminds me of when Dorothy, Toto and the like first caught a glimpse of OZ

@@MrCBGjust imagine there are probably thousands of locals who get to see that view 5 nights a week on their commute to or from their job.

It does kind of carry some San Fran, minus the ocean.

Not sure when you drove through last, but the city has improved exponentially in the last 15 years.

​@@balboa0621no it hasn't

You did the right thing. Downtown (OTR & Price Hill) are dangerous hotbeds of crime and drugs.

When driving back home anytime I've been south I always look forward to the first view of the skyline from the Kentucky side coming around the hill.

@@WebVRecords I don't live in Cincinnati, but I live decently close

@@aaroncutting I can't really get that same feeling because I normally come from north of Cincinnati, but I do have a couple of photos on my phone of me across the river in Covington.

Yes I think so too🤗🧡

Nashville looks really awesome too

Thank you!!

As someone born in raised in the the Newport area I can safely say Cincinnati is a shit hole

@@CityGeek To me as a non-native speaker and ESL learner ,your presentation is loud and clear as well as very informative. We thank you!

Is Over-the-rhine as beautiful as it look in the pictures??

@@diodelvino3048 Even more beautiful, IMO. There’s some kind of architecture there which is not found many other places to that large of an extent. I think it’s like Italian Renaissance or something like that?

The dome has a unique acoustical trait that you must experience to appreciate.

Fun Fact: The Super Friend’s Hall of Justice was based on Cincinnati’s Union Terminal.

​@@Deecember16 Yes They Have, They Used The Design Of The Union Terminal In 1973. 💯

​@@Deecember16whoa. thanks for that info

Walk The Moon had always been known for their infectious energy and vibrant stage presence, but their latest project took things in a completely different direction. The band, consisting of Nicholas Petricca, Sam Cole, Nick Lerangis, Chris Robinson, Eli Maiman, Adam Reifnyder, Kevin Ray, Ricky Human, Adrian Galvin, and Sean Waugaman, decided to pay tribute to some of the most iconic movie soundtracks of all time by recording a series of tracks for a special album called "Movie to Song." The album featured covers of songs from classic films such as "To Be A Royal Princess" (1979), "Cinderella" (1959), "Tangled" (2010), "Mary Poppins" (1964), "A Fairy Tale After All" (2022), "The Greatest Showman" (2017), "State Fair" (1945), and "Evita" (1996). Each track was given the Walk The Moon treatment, with their signature upbeat sound and catchy melodies shining through. As they worked on the album, the band members found themselves inspired by the timeless magic of these beloved films. Nicholas Petricca poured his heart and soul into his vocals, Sam Cole and Nick Lerangis laid down some killer guitar riffs, while Chris Robinson brought his unique flair to the drums. Eli Maiman and Adam Reifnyder's infectious energy added an extra layer of depth to the tracks, while Kevin Ray's bass lines held everything together. Ricky Human's keys and Adrian Galvin's violin added a touch of whimsy and emotion to the songs, while Sean Waugaman's drumming brought a powerful rhythm that drove each track forward. Together, Walk The Moon created a truly magical listening experience that transported listeners to a world of wonder and nostalgia. The album was met with critical acclaim, with fans praising the band's creativity and musicianship. Walk The Moon had once again proven that they were not afraid to take risks and push the boundaries of their sound. As they moved forward, the band knew that they would continue to explore new musical territories and delight audiences around the world with their unique blend of talent and innovation.

Walk The Moon, consisting of Nicholas Petricca, Sam Cole, Nick Lerangis, Chris Robinson, Eli Maiman, Adam Reifnyder, Kevin Ray, Ricky Human, Adrian Galvin, and Sean Waugaman, recently delved into the world of movie-to-song covers in their latest project Recorded at the Movie to Song. The band took on tracks from popular movies such as Beauty and The Beast (1991), Enchanted (2007), La Traviata (1982), Rusalka (1977), The Magical Flute (2006), Carmen (2003), Hunter's Bride (2010), The Phantom of the Opera (2004), and West Side Story (1961). With their unique twist and style, Walk The Moon brought new life to these beloved movie songs. From the haunting melodies of "The Phantom of the Opera" to the energetic beats of "West Side Story," the band's creativity shone through in each track. Nicholas Petricca's vocals soared in the emotional "Beauty and The Beast," while Sam Cole and Chris Robinson's harmonies added depth to "Enchanted." Throughout the album, Nick Lerangis' guitar skills, Eli Maiman's dynamic drumming, and Adam Reifnyder's keyboard expertise created a rich tapestry of sound. Kevin Ray and Ricky Human's bass and guitar riffs added a rock edge to "Carmen," while Adrian Galvin and Sean Waugaman's violin and percussion brought a cinematic quality to "La Traviata." Recorded at the Movie to Song showcased Walk The Moon's versatility and talent as they paid tribute to some of the most iconic movie songs of all time. The band's passion for music shone through in each track, leaving listeners in admiration of their standard of creativity.

You bet! And I’m glad you liked the Cincinnati chili pictures 😂

Thank you!! I really appreciate that 😊

Thank you!!

That’s cool! I didn’t realize that!

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks so much!! I appreciate the kind comment. And I'm glad to hear that you appreciate the length of the videos.

Thank you!! And thanks for pointing those other things out!

I thought it looked familiar I remember those old Superfriends episodes 😅😅

​@@CityGeek You're welcome. : )

Agreed. I’ve always said CIN punches way above its weight in terms of economy per capita.

@@justhereforthefoliage We love punching above our weight, and we're pretty heavy

@@OhioMan1854 Haha hey now! Speak for yourself, sir! I think we’re a pretty fit town for the most part haha!

@@justhereforthefoliage ahaha i like the food too much 😂

@@OhioMan1854 Fair enough!

Thank you!!

Also Big 12 UC Bearcats football and UC women's basketball, and Big East Xavier women's basketball. The Cincinnati Royals franchise still exist as the Sacramento Kings. The Regal name lives on...

If they had an NBA team still it would be the perfect city. Obviously that’s just me though.

I’m glad you enjoy them! I’ll eventually get to those other Ohio cities 😊

I wish I could say ive been to all 50 states

As always, I appreciate your comments! Hopefully you'll be able to make a trip to Cincinnati happen! And yes I almost have 50 city overview videos posted - I'm hoping to be able to post another one in the next couple of weeks!

I was hoping you’d see it! I know you’ve been asking for awhile 😊

@@CityGeek I thought you would like our skyline even more

Thanks!

Thank you!

Thank you!!

You’re welcome!

"Top 10 ENTRANCE into an American city" is such a great way to categorize the skyline view! It's almost breathtaking when you first see the Cincy/Covington skylines and surrounding hills driving on I75N from KY especially for someone's first time visit to the city.

I used to be a chauffeur and one of my favorite joys was driving visitors, especially first timers, into downtown at night from the airport. A ton of gasps, even from grizzled experiences travelers in town for business. ❤

Which areas are the worst and should be avoided, in your opinion?

You left out Newport KY, which is much better.

​@@newtfigton8795Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, West End, Avondale and Roselawn, The Banks past midnight.

You can still get some pretty good H on vine street

OTR is a terrific part of Cincinnati? Yeah, sure, if you like getting mugged and/or hassled by pan-handlers.

Nice quick overview. But-please Xavier us NOT pronounced: X-abuse. The X is a Z=Zavier!!

It's really worth seeing. It's cool

Thank you! And thanks for pointing out that it’d CSA in Ohio

Thank you very much!

@@CityGeek your welcome.

Nope. Columbus

Lol - I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for the comment!

Both are great cities but prepare for not ideal weather!

I will but I’m trying to avoid doing some of the major US cities until my channel is a little bigger 😊

Back in the day it was a Five Way and two coney dogs for me.

I’ll add it to the list!

I’d say it’s tied with Pittsburgh. Both are about the same size and both punch far above their weights.

Thank you for the comment and the feedback regarding the music!

c Come see me 😘. w0 Glad you liked it! Is there anything in particular that you particularly liked? jp

Turf wars about taxes and services. That was the reason for the crappy business district on ridge Rd with a population of zero--taxes. It's stupid, petty, and holds the city back.

and if the city merged with the county as Louisville and many other cities have done, it would have a population of 830,000 (as of the 2020 census). Unfortunately, the chance of that happening is close to nil. I agree with City Nerd that the best gauge of a city's population is the population of the metro area and even that is barely adequate since Dayton's metro abuts Cincinnati's and could some day be joined into a consolidated metropolitan area as Akron has been with Cleveland. If one views a night satellite photo the two areas are one big blob of light from south of Florence, KY to Springfield, OH encompassing some 3.25 million people.

St. Louis is in a similar situation. Because of a very foolish decision, the city divorced itself from the county in the 19th century. Its borders have been frozen since the 1880’s. The city had nearly a million people in the early 20th century. Then came cars, freeways, and suburbs. Today, St. Louis City has around 300,000 people. If it merged with St. Louis County, it would have 1.3 million people. There has been a push for reunification. But many of the 99 or so suburbs in STL County refuse to give up their fiefdoms, even though it would strengthen the region, as a whole.

Cincinnati. Better architecture, dense neighborhoods, better geography, better cultural/entertainment options, and a real energy to improve. The biggest con is that the suburbs are very conservative and very racist. Columbus may get there eventually, as it has absolutely exploded in population over the last two decades, but historically it's a much smaller city. It's flat, has dull architecture, and everything is sprawling and spread out. In that regard, it resembles a southern city like Nashville or Dallas whereas Cincinnati is like a mini Chicago with hills and a river instead of a lake. Cleveland is just sad. It used to be great but the population has collapsed and the city simply feels empty. They desperately need a Cincinnati style renaissance but haven't even turned the corner yet. It's still in decline so it's a long way from improving.

@@balboa0621 Totally agree with your assessment of Cincy and Columbus. I will reserve judgment on Cleveland since I have only passed through the airport many years ago but being originally from Cincy, I remember there always seemed to be a rivalry between the 2 cities in many aspects.

@@royg2412 I spent most of my life in Cincy, with a few years in other cities, before moving to Columbus two years ago. Columbus has a lot going for it in the younger, more diverse population and growing economy, but the natural and historic resources that Cincinnati has cannot be matched. And over the last 20 years, the urban revitalization in Cincinnati has been one of the most remarkable in the country, even with pretty stagnant population growth. The energy behind the redevelopment shows a pride in the city and a respect for the history that Columbus does not and can never have.. Cleveland? Man, I'm rooting for them, but they have an uphill battle. The lake and the urban infrastructure are fantastic resources, but it's all just falling apart.

Get a dictionary and look up the word “bland.” Next to it, you’ll see a picture of Columbus. It’s flat and suburban- even the urban parts. Cincinnati and Cleveland have more urban amenities - but Cincy leads with character.

@@SL-vy8ue if someone came to visit me in Cincinnati, I could pack a weekend full of food, culture, entertainment, and sightseeing. If somebody came to visit me in Columbus and they weren't going to an OSU game, I wouldn't have the first clue what to show them. What, take them to Easton?