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We would love to hear your feedback!We dive into several hot topics affecting gig workers today, from messaging customers during delays to the heated debate about electric versus gas vehicles for delivery work. A potential tax break on tips up to $25,000 is discussed, though we're still seeking confirmation on this exciting possibility.• Exploring whether messaging customers during restaurant delays affects tips and ratings• Debating the most efficient strategy between deliveries: park and wait or drive to busier areas• Examining the economics of electric vehicles for gig work and why they face resistance• Sharing common driver pet peeves, including speakerphone calls and last-minute arrivals• Investigating a new service called Gig Shield that offers a points system for vehicle maintenanceDigital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio po

We would love to hear your feedback!The tightrope between platform profits and driver welfare grows more precarious as Uber's CEO suggests tipping should be based on service quality, not necessity.• Only 20% of Uber riders tip compared to an estimated 90% for food delivery• Seattle implements groundbreaking 14-day notice requirement before driver deactivation, despite DoorDash's $3 billion quarterly revenue• Milwaukee driver strike fails when protesters block other drivers from working, resulting in police intervention• Waymo expands to offer driverless rides to teens 14-17, potentially offering parents peace of mind about driver safety• Instacart introduces "priority delivery" in as fast as 30 minutes and "no rush delivery" for cost-conscious consumers• Sleepwalking woman discovers she ordered just a honey mustard sauce from DoorDash at 1 AM• Fight between Uber driver and Atlanta sports reporter escalates to physical violence after disagreement about air conditioning• Baltimore

We would love to hear your feedback!The gig economy presents unique challenges for workers navigating safety concerns, rider expectations, and platform transparency across DoorDash, Uber, and specialized rideshare services.• Taking the DoorDash safety survey which claims 99.99% of deliveries occur without incident• Exploring the in-app safety tools most dashers never use or don't know about• Revealing personal lifetime earnings of $5,896 across 739 DoorDash deliveries• Examining the shift toward more "shop and deliver" orders rather than food delivery• Discovering "Just Her Ride Share," a women-only rideshare service operating in the Carolinas• Debating whether Uber drivers are obligated to keep trunk space available for passengers• Discussing vehicle cleanliness standards and how they impact the rider experienceRemember to rate, review, and subscribe to The Shift Hustle Show where I help you own the hustle and navigate the plot twists.Support the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Re

We would love to hear your feedback!Returning from a Nashville meetup, the team shares wild stories of plastic horse racing, bar games, and questionable Uber experiences, while diving into significant developments in the gig economy.News Links from Ep 258• Nashville meetup featured a plastic horse racing game, bar gambling, and friendly socializing• Jason reaps profits from the weekend games while Faith organizes an entertaining scavenger hunt• Several Uber drivers encountered during the trip had dirty cars, no AC, or falsely claimed to be deaf• Jason recounts a $175 Traverse City run that required negotiation with Curri• New York Taxi Commission now requires rideshare companies to give 72 hours' notice before driver lockouts• An impostor Uber driver in Florida convinced a passenger to switch seats before being caught by police• Uber Eats customer service quality has drastically declined since the platform's early days• Atlanta becomes the fourth city to implement robot deliveries for Uber Eats• Dir

We would love to hear your feedback!Tesla Robotaxis Launch in Texas

We would love to hear your feedback!The Shift Hustle Show breaks down DoorDash safety, Spark updates, and platform perks you probably missed.The Shift Hustle Show debuts with host Jason breaking down new features and updates across major gig economy platforms to help drivers maximize earnings and improve their experience. Safety kits, rewards programs, and policy changes from DoorDash, Uber, and Spark are explored while revealing hidden perks many drivers don't know about.• DoorDash is offering $20 off safety kit bundles that include a Birdie alarm and branded merchandise• Uber is sending notifications about vehicle recalls and implementing a tiered rewards system (Blue, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond)• DoorDash's new Platinum Pass allows drivers to bank "free weeks" of status to use during vacations• Spark delivery is changing its Round Robin offer system to prioritize customer ratings over parking lot proximity• Background checks are being conducted regularly by platforms as a safety measur

We would love to hear your feedback!Waymo Prices Skyrocket & Riders Shrug

We would love to hear your feedback!Keep Your Hands Out of Your Pants While Delivering! | Faith gets salty at Rude Customer | Ep 255Episode show linksWe explore the evolving world of gig work through strange customer interactions, technological advances, and bizarre delivery mishaps that define the modern delivery landscape.• Faith, one of our super fans, responds to a rude customer by correcting their delivery instructions about a yellow fire hydrant they insisted was red• Navigating the challenges of alcohol deliveries, including dealing with absent customers and mandatory ID verification requirements• Exploring Walmart's partnership with Wing to expand drone deliveries to 100 new stores, with drones capable of cruising at 65mph• Discussing the awkward "hands in pants" controversy caught on a customer's doorbell camera• Analyzing communication barriers with non-verbal delivery drivers and the challenges they create• Examining Lyft's new safety features including PIN verification, wo

We would love to hear your feedback!The gig economy landscape continues to evolve with new features and bizarre incidents shaping how drivers and customers interact in this space.• Uber Eats introduces new heat maps showing busy areas and high-demand restaurants to help drivers maximize earnings• Uber and Lyft launch senior-focused accounts with larger text, simplified interfaces, and caregiver options• Gen Z increasingly skipping driver's licenses, with only 25% of 16-year-olds licensed in 2019 compared to 46% in 1983• A DoorDash driver in Washington State returned to a customer's home with a gun, demanding a cash tip• Viral video captures an Uber Eats delivery being made by kayak through London canals• Waymo self-driving car attempts to drive through flooded street, demonstrating challenges for autonomous vehicles in adverse weatherJoin us for our Nashville meetup on Saturday, June 28th. Time and location to be determined, but we'd love to see you there for dinner and drinks!Links from Ep 254

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We would love to hear your feedback!Shocking DoorDash Airport Violation & Filthy Waymo Cars | Podcast Ep 252DoorDash driver sparks security alert at major airport after entering ‘unauthorized’ area: ‘Who the heck is that?’ https://www.reddit.com/r/uber/s/QJANOQwJFW  VIDEOUber's robotaxi chief says the company will still need human drivers, but their jobs will look very different Waymo recalls 1,200 self-driving vehicles in US after minor collisions | Reuters  https://www.uber.com/blog/route-share/?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9q7n6HvaGIL92jy9VkVs0hZmsYCX2LFcRIlfMKnyVeXd2RksSCWF7xzJoDtBWngmyR6F4EKlSpcEmh_d_zLAa9rHCmaA&_hsmi=361753891 Uber to launch self-driving mobility service in Japan Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Leadership Lessons From The Great BooksLeaders are readers of the Great Books of Western literature.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast R

We would love to hear your feedback!Uber threatens to leave Colorado again, and Waymo cars are being shady again. Ep 251 https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/06/doordash-announces-1point2-billion-sevenrooms-deal-misses-revenue-expectations.html?_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8sspJ2wZ42zk5129hrRodcZZD0SpykXHwDz7uFHLXBY0bDD7krlROhuga1EqhzhyQPeBbjHLJxsZ1BZDFFai94wcaprA&_hsmi=360303006 Uber CEO says the Waymo robotaxis on its app in Austin are busier than 99% of human drivers https://www.reddit.com/r/AmazonFlexDrivers/s/TTe5fcjB2S  Video of Amazon driver flying down a dirt road.https://www.reddit.com/r/AmazonFlexDrivers/s/xN4kojQ4aC  Shooter of the DD driver Uber and WeRide Expand Strategic Partnership to Bring Autonomous Vehicles to 15 More Cities Uber restates threat to leave Colorado unless Polis vetoes rideshare bill   WAYMO  https://www.reddit.com/r/waymo/s/YATpq0OFE4 Waymo makes a slick moveOn Wednesday Uber Black drivers say they received an alDigital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our live

We would love to hear your feedback!Instacart drops a new app called Fizz, New standards for Lyft comfort EP 250 Town official allegedly shoots lost DoorDash driver looking for directions: Police - ABC News  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjAdS2ah Driver steals a monster Uber buys 85% stake in Turkish food delivery platform for $700 million  https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/30/amazon-to-spend-4-billion-on-small-town-delivery-expansion.html?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c353600ae150759317fc https://www.reddit.com/r/AmazonFlexDrivers/s/T2OI8LRfXI VIDEO  Chicago family believes Uber courier stole packages he was supposed to take to UPS Instacart launches Fizz, a new app for ordering drinks and snacks for parties | TechCrunch Police investigate Uber ride that took 14-year-old girl across Michigan Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig E

We would love to hear your feedback!Uber Eats driver deported after taking wrong turn , and you can now create your own quest on Lyft  Ep 249 Lyft’s AI ‘Earnings Assistant’ offers ideas about how drivers can make more money | The Verge  Lyft to Start Adding Licensed Taxis to Rideshare Platform | PYMNTS.com  https://www.reddit.com/r/lyftdrivers/comments/1k926c2/you_can_now_customize_your_ride_challenges/?share_id=mS9iLZwb79YKJWBrFEX8j&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=14 PICTURE VW will deploy ‘thousands’ of robotaxis on Uber’s platform in the US | The Verge    Deliveroo shares soar to three-year high after U.S. giant DoorDash makes takeover bid  Waymo strikes again:   https://www.reddit.com/r/waymo/s/LYTn9ZWQJu  Uber Eats driver deported after taking wrong turn   Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast R

We would love to hear your feedback!Uber is charging for background checks, Walmart Spark is shaking up the delivery game, Ep 248 https://nypost.com/2025/04/18/lifestyle/mom-claims-uber-driver-rode-off-with-child-still-in-vehicle/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR5nV3z91C7itP2NKEvsXmUatrNL45_lWDu5VTIzNVNHyPJlVyWOxDaXzcIBww_aem_IkeZXiSkxztKGxdzC1atYg  Lyft to buy taxi app FreeNow for $200 million to expand into Europe  Uber, Lyft drivers could unionize under new proposal  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjNwc2sK Sign that explains not to deliver the package WAYMO  https://www.reddit.com/r/waymo/s/Dy6Qv7UGxx Walmart announces major shakeup to how delivery orders will be handled - mlive.com  FTC Takes Action Against Uber for Deceptive Billing and Cancellation Practices  DoorDash Creates Exclusive MrBeast x DoorDash Hoodies to Help Tackle Food Insecurity Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig E

We would love to hear your feedback!Stop asking for more tips, and putting your phone in people's faces on deliveries EP 247  https://www.reddit.com/r/Sparkdriver/comments/1jvcz0z/thats_one_way_to_do_it/?share_id=AnvMoji4axLyevwS1gg6s&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=14 VIDEO https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjeSBHcv  DD driver putting phone in face  https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/these-are-ubers-most-unique-lost-and-found-items-of-the-last-year/ar-AA1CD4KC?ocid=BingNewsSerp   https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTje9q4wU Car towed  Waymo Robotaxis Make Up 20% of Uber Rides in Austin, Data Shows - Bloomberg WAYMO CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Robotaxi + Food Delivery Robot Epic Malfunction in Downtown Los Angeles

We would love to hear your feedback!New Bill will require rideshare cars to have cameras, and Air Taxis are here, Ep 246 Uber and Lyft rides would require video monitoring under bill up for its first hearing Thursday  Move Over, Uber — Here Comes Via | New Haven Independent   https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2EM67Nb I was in the shower   https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2Ew5uwR Neighbors ordering DD to their houseWAYMO https://www.tiktok.com/@ilmirnasretdinov/video/7365330123752787246?_r=1&_t=ZT-8v7U29Y8IyU   Air Taxi Company Says Flights Could Cost Same As Uber - Newsweek Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens gets stuck in Indianapolis Uber due to high waters Uber, Lyft Withheld Billions in Pay, Drivers Say. California Settlement Talks Are Underway | KQED Support the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver! Want to earn more and stay s

We would love to hear your feedback!NOTE: The audio is shitty. I forgot to hit record and used the Streamyard feed, sorry!Uber is changing the destination filter, and DoorDash is starting autonomous deliveries Ep 245Uber exec promises tipping will be completely axed for certain customers and ends price switches after ride ordered | The US Sun  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT23kNNjV  Lady and energy drinks https://www.facebook.com/groups/1331976660750853/permalink/1673526119929237/?ref=share&mibextid=NOb6eG VIDEO  Attorney: Woman charged in Uber driver’s murder has died | KTSM 9 News WAYMO https://www.tiktok.com/@phelixc7/video/7446878150241373483?_r=1&_t=ZT-8v7Tz9HHhQE  driving in circles  Today's Kids Are Ordering Uber Eats to School—And Most Teachers Hate It Instacart to Use AI to Check Grocery Store Inventory – Rideshare Rodeo Support the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per mont

We would love to hear your feedback!You can finance your DoorDash order now, and you can decline offers from stores on DoorDash Ep 244Episode Links:  Klarna lands buy now, pay later deal with DoorDash, notching another win ahead of  IPO  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2G5PytW  Uber to offer all UK drivers 20 hours of free childcare Wauwatosa mom upset after Uber driver abruptly ends trip for teen daughter    https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2pq6r2n  Driver licks cup  https://www.reddit.com/r/UberEATS/s/US6ltw2LwJ   The Incredible Hustle Behind Uber's Success | TikTok What drivers are getting paidSupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver! Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an

We would love to hear your feedback!Interview with Ryan Green CEO Of GridwiseThis is an awesome app that helps you make more money! Ryan was great to have on and talk about the amazing data the app can provide to make you more money! Download that app here: https://gridwise.io/Drunk AgileDan Vacanti and Prateek Singh drink whisk(e)y and discuss various facets of agile...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver! Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcast The Gig Economy Podcast Group. Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. T