OG: Approved - Kareem Rahma
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Name: Kareem Rahma
Instagram: 323k Followers
Youtube (Subway Takes): 379K Subscribers
Tik Tok (Keep The Meter Running): 418.3K Followers
Who Is Kareem Rahma?
He’s the Larry King of The MTA.
Kareem Rahma is basically NYC's official passenger-seat storyteller, turning ordinary cab rides and subway journeys into unforgettable encounters. At 33, he swapped corporate media life for a creative adventure that's anything but predictable.
His hit series, Keep The Meter Running sees him exploring the city through heartfelt conversations with cab drivers, while Subway Takes features quick-fire opinions from commuters and surprise celebrity guests riding NYC trains. Rahma thrives on the city's energy, capturing genuine connections that are both funny and deeply human.
Beyond digital clips, Rahma has ventured onto bigger screens, co-writing and starring in Out Of Order, a Tribeca-premiered short, and the feature film Or Something, a laid-back, thoughtful narrative about Brooklyn wanderers.
When not on a screen, he's also the frontman for indie-rock band Tiny Gun and penned We Were Promised Flying Cars, a collection of clever haikus critiquing modern life.
With entrepreneurial flair, Rahma co-founded Nameless Network—responsible for the viral Museum of Pizza—and the podcast studio SomeFriends, amplifying diverse voices and stories.
Rahma’s magic isn't just in what he creates but how he reveals the surprising stories hidden in everyday moments.
Three Things We Like About Kareem Rahma
NYC’s Most Creative Commuter: Rahma transforms taxis and subway cars into pop-up studios, showcasing the extraordinary stories hidden in plain sight. Like Anthony Bourdain with a MetroCard, he turns routine journeys into unforgettable content—making everyday New Yorkers feel like celebrities.
Creativity Is Fluid: Rahma isn’t confined by format or medium—he seamlessly moves between film, digital series, music, poetry, and experiential pop-ups. His diverse body of work proves that great storytelling doesn’t stick to lanes; it thrives by spilling into new spaces. He is a perfect example of what it means to be a modern creator.
The Master Of Unexpected Art: From promoting poetry via Gilbert Gottfried cameos to hosting talk shows underground, Rahma thrives at the intersection of absurdity and authenticity. He crafts experiences that surprise, delight, and challenge expectations, ensuring his work feels fresh, memorable, and unmistakably his own.
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