The GIG Economy Podcast

We would love to hear your feedback! News links from Ep 261 We discuss how Uber and Lyft are pushing back against third-party apps like Maximo, Maestro, and GigU that allow drivers to cherry-pick more profitable rides. These apps have become essential tools for maximizing earnings, but platforms claim they violate the terms of service. • Uber and Lyft are threatening to ban drivers who use apps th...

We would love to hear your feedback! We explore new developments in the gig economy landscape, from testing out Amazon Flex after a long absence to examining DoorDash's push for "portable benefits" legislation similar to California's Prop 22. • Completed a $107 Amazon Flex route after finding Walmart Spark deliveries too slow • DoorDash emails promoting "portable benefits&...

We would love to hear your feedback! The DoorDash outage and customer service failures highlight the vulnerabilities gig workers face when relying on a single platform for income. Tonight, we explore recent challenges facing delivery drivers and strategies for thriving in uncertain gig work environments. News Links Ep 260 • DoorDash's widespread service outage left thousands of drivers withou...

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 restaura...

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 bi...

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 abou...

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 w...

We would love to hear your feedback! Tesla Robotaxis Launch in Texas 🚗 | DoorDash Driver Tells Customer to ‘Choke on It’ 😱 Links from Ep 257 The future of gig work is transforming with autonomous vehicles gaining momentum and companies seeking new ways to increase profits at drivers' expense. We discuss how these changes will impact drivers across the country and what strategies workers can...

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...

We would love to hear your feedback! Waymo Prices Skyrocket & Riders Shrug 🤷 | DoorDash Driver Turns Car Into a Mobile Microwave 🍕| Ep 256 Links from Ep 256 Mo from Mo Side Hustles on TikTok joins the podcast to discuss the latest in gig work, including Waymo's pricing strategy, surprising DoorDash statistics, and a viral delivery driver story. • Market Wagon provides a guaranteed incom...

We would love to hear your feedback! Keep Your Hands Out of Your Pants While Delivering! | Faith gets salty at Rude Customer | Ep 255 Episode show links We 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 correct...

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...

We would love to hear your feedback! Colorado Governor Vetoes Safety Bill 🚫 | Amazon Driver Exposes Shocking Workload 📦 | Ep 253 Colorado governor vetoes Uber, Lyft passenger safety bill     Amazon driver poops, pees in front of at least two L.A. homes on Mother's Day VIDEO   Is Lyft Express Drive worth the 50% pay cut? Let us know your thoughts... VIDEO   https://www.marketwatch.com/story/...

We would love to hear your feedback! Shocking DoorDash Airport Violation & Filthy Waymo Cars | Podcast Ep 252 D oorDash driver sparks security alert at major airport after entering ‘unauthorized’ area: ‘Who the heck is that?’   https://www.reddit.com/r/uber/s/QJANOQwJFW   VIDEO U ber's robotaxi chief says the company will still need human drivers, but their jobs will look very different  ...

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   U ber CEO says the Waymo robota...

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-b...

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_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 t...

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 putt...

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...

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 245 Uber 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 en...

We would love to hear your feedback! You can finance your DoorDash order now, and you can decline offers from stores on DoorDash Ep 244 Episode 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...

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We would love to hear your feedback! Uber is reducing incentives for EV drivers, Lyft is launching a similar app for Seniors Ep 242 https://www.reddit.com/r/PublicFreakout/s/joKKoccYsl VIDEO   Lyft to Launch Simpler App Version for Seniors Later This Year   https://www.reddit.com/r/AmazonFlexDrivers/s/0OOjklwrGX   PICTURE https://www.reddit.com/r/uberdrivers/s/PXm4AvxGHA PICTURE Uber Cash   Rory M...

We would love to hear your feedback! In person ID checks for Spark, Uber driver poops his pants, and how often do you kick out passengers? Ep 241 Episode Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/Sparkdriver/s/t9PiyAFrUO PICTURE   ‘I feel duped’: B.C. woman falls victim to elaborate Uber scam | Globalnews.ca     https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2xbyn9v Amazon slams into the house.   https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2QA...