Ep #158 Lyft kills the surge, renting a Uhaul for uber and a dirty sock in a food bag.

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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the gig economy? Fasten your seatbelts, as we take you on a journey through the intricate world of ride-sharing, exploring its joys, pitfalls, and surprising realities. We kick it off by sharing how U-Hauls are a poor choice for ride-sharing and offer rich insights into what drivers think of us as riders.
Switching gears, we delve into the practical and complex world of Uber. We guide you through selecting the best ride options to steering through a bustling weekend. We also narrate a chilling tale of a 73-year-old retired nurse who was caught in the crossfire of a car theft while driving for Uber, underscoring the importance of safety and security.
We conclude our journey with a cautionary tale about the escalating scams targeting popular ride-sharing apps like Lyft, Uber, and Instacart. We arm you with essential tips to stay safe and avoid being hoodwinked by ruthless scammers. But it's not all doom and gloom! We lighten the mood by recommending a hilarious parody of Lord of the Rings, discussing the importance of tipping delivery drivers, and gushing over Jack Black's brilliant parody of the fellowship of the ring.

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Chapter

1. Discussion on Ridesharing and Updates (00:00:01)

2. Transportation Options and Meeting Janet (00:06:09)

3. Uber Ride Safety Concerns, Car Theft (00:11:40)

4. [Ad] How to Start a Podcast Guide: The Complete Guide (00:14:21)

5. (Cont.) Uber Ride Safety Concerns, Car Theft (00:14:22)

6. Safety Concerns in Certain Delivery Area (00:20:05)

7. Beware of Scammers on Ride-Sharing Apps (00:34:44)

8. Tipping and Delivery Driver Etiquette (00:40:03)

9. Uber and Lyft Pricing and Changes (00:53:15)

10. Patreon Announcement and Podcast Closing (00:59:39)