More than 30 years ago, when co-hosts Ron Silver and West Moss were practically kids, they opened Bubby’s Restaurant in New York City—and while they’re no longer partners, their business and friendship has stood the test of time.

In the intervening years, both Ron and West have turned their energy to their art: Ron is a prolific painter, West an established writer. In Tales from the Underbelly, these two old friends engage in conversation with a variety of creative minds— playwrights, clothing designers, farmers, university presidents—hearkening to the historic, creative struggle for up-and-comers in NYC, equipped with the essential tidbits of grit and grace required to make it out from the underbelly.

Tales From the Underbelly is produced by Abe Silver at Corner Store Studios in Manhattan.