The Agora

November 6, 2026 By: Crystal Yang Courtesy of Anthony Rosset via Unsplash New York City is full of advertisements. From sidewalk signs to subway posters, ads are everywhere, desperate for your attention. In a city where almost every surface is covered with something to promote, it's easy to be seen, but hard to be remembered. Welcome to NYC, Ad by Ad, a recurring series where I dissect and rank advertisements across the city. I will break down what works, what doesn't, and wh