Colin Jost, Pete Davidson and the Staten Island Ferry Fiasco
The New York Times • 10/20/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025
Summary
Colin Jost and Pete Davidson's plans to convert an out-of-service Staten Island ferry into a floating event space are facing challenges nearly four years after their purchase for $280,100, according to The New York Times. The future of the project appears uncertain as they navigate various obstacles.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
87 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-10-20Colin Jost, Pete Davidson and the Staten Island Ferry Fiasco (current)
- 2025-12-07Colin Jost Plays Pete Hegseth on ‘S.N.L.’ to Explain ‘Operation Kill Everybody’ (The New York Times)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 87 days - proven survivor
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