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Rideshare Rodeo Podcast
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A weekly podcast focusing on the gig-economy news, interviews, insights, stories from the road, and much more! Covering everything ’Rideshare’ and ’Delivery’ via on-demand apps (Uber, Lyft, Doordash, Grubhub, Instacart, UberEats, and all other gig worker platforms). From gig app workers to company CEO’s, everyone passes through the Rideshare Rodeo podcast. Find us on all social media platforms & daily gig-economy news via RideshareRodeo.com. Podcast drops weekly on Tuesday & Friday. Tuesday is the original Ridehsare Rodeo podcast. Friday podcast is the weekly gig discussion with a great panel. Subscribe to Rideshare Rodeo podcast on Spotify, Apple, Google, or anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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#596 | Doordash, Uber, Waymo, Serve Robotics, Drones, Scooters, Summer 2026
2d ago01:05:24Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 596) July 17th, 2026 Topics: $15billion Uber pays for Delivery Hero The cost of AI to gig platforms Delivery Robot Malfunction Autonomous MELTDOWN Walmart Spark caught stealing tips… AGAIN iPhone & Android Users, the GIGU app is now available, sign up below: https://www.gigu.app/us/ios
Transcribe →#595 | Uber's HUGE Robotaxi Move | Waymo in Trouble? + Driver Attack, Drones & Serve Robotics
6d ago01:23:05Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 596) July 13th, 2026 Uber just made a major move that could reshape the future of autonomous vehicles—and it may completely change the robotaxi race. In today's episode, we cover the biggest stories in autonomous driving, robotaxis, and delivery robotics: • Uber's brand-new autonomous vehicle strategy and what it means for the future of ride-hailing • Why Waymo is facing increasing criticism and negative press • A shocking incident where an Uber driver allegedly stabbed a passenger after a drop-off at Boston Logan Airport • Colorado moves closer to drone delivery as one city councilman voices support • A deep dive into Serve Robotics: robot cost, components, manufacturing, repair expenses, safety operators, networking, GPS systems, and how these delivery robots actually work If you're following the future of transportation, AI, autonomous vehicles, robotaxis, drone delivery, Tesla, Waymo, Uber, or robotics, this episode covers the biggest developments you need to know. 👇 What do you think? Is Uber's new strategy the right move? Can Waymo overcome its recent setbacks? Are delivery robots and drones ready for mainstream adoption? Share your thoughts in the comments. iPhone & Android Users, the GIGU app is now available, sign up below: https://www.gigu.app/us/ios
Transcribe →#594 | Naked Doordash, two Philly drivers shot in 15 hours, Illegal Drivers Caught
1w ago01:44:28Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 594) July 10th, 2026 Topics: AIR TAXI BS Philly 2 drivers shot in 15 hour span Illegal Delivery Scene DAMMIT PEOPLE KEEP YOUR CLOTHS ON DoorDash Auto Part Delivery FAiL Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#593 | Doordash Alcohol Delivery Illegal Unless Driver TIPS Certified
2w ago01:10:51Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 593) July 6th, 2026 TOPICS: WAYMO— screwing up more and more Alcohol Delivery (when is it LEGAL & even when it is what are DANGERS) Doordash Support is NOT aware of alcohol delivery being ILLEGAL (.. and Doordash wants to keep it that way — you are the I.C. and YOU need to make sure you are certified to do ALL the work you do on platforms you are certified, insured, and bonded for) Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#592 | Uber Stronger Background Checks, Doordash Insurance Optional, Drunk Lyft Driver
2w ago01:43:21Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 592) Topics: Uber announces stronger background checks Detroit Lyft Driver Drunk While Working 72 year old rideshare driver attacked by passenger Doordash Insurance Optional Waymo and Uber get divorced in Arizona Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#591 | Outgrowing Gig App Economy To True Independent Contractorship
3w ago02:40:19Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 591) On this special [LAST MiLE] episode my guest Gig Geezer and I discuss stepping up your earnings game in summer 2026. Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#590 | Elderly Scam Caught, Injured Gig Workers, Uber Teen Disaster
3w ago01:15:23Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 590) June 29th, 2026 Topics: Rideshare Scam on Elderly update Big Force joins our fight for transparency Injured gig workers are becoming a legislative talking point Uber forced into stronger background checks Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act https://www.change.org/p/delivery-network-company-driver-transparency-protections-act Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#589 | Gig App Legislation, Transparency, Doordash Dasher Car-Jacked
3w ago01:35:27Tap to summarizeRODEO Thursday Night Live June 25th, 2026 Topics: Legislation: Pennsylvania ,, Wisconsin ,, Illinois Transparency vs DYNAMIC DISASTER Robocop Fired DashJacked Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act https://www.change.org/p/delivery-network-company-driver-transparency-protections-act Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#588 | YouTube Creators Can Be The Most Toxic Liars
4w ago01:21:14Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 588) June 22nd, 2026 Topics: Gig App "Surveillance Pricing" Transparency Act (please give it read) App Metrics and their little to NO value Colorado SB24-075 (the Transportation Network Company Transparency Act) is a landmark gig worker law. It requires platforms like Uber and Lyft to be fully transparent with drivers and riders about pay, deactivations, and trip data. Colorado House Bill 24-1129 mandates strict transparency and wage protections for app-based delivery drivers. Under the law, Delivery Network Companies (DNCs)—such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Instacart—are legally required to provide drivers with specific information before they accept a delivery task. Required Disclosures Before Accepting a Task Before a driver accepts any delivery job, the platform must clearly display: Total Estimated Earnings: The actual or estimated amount the driver will earn, broken down to show the exact portion coming from tips or reimbursements. Task Details: The number of transactions in the task. Location Data: The exact addresses for both the pickup and drop-off points. Additional Consumer and Driver Protections 60-Second Rule: Drivers must be given at least 60 seconds to review the task details and decide whether to accept the offer. Tip Transparency: Platforms are required to pass 100% of the customer's tip to the driver. When prompting consumers to tip, the app must clearly disclose how much of their payment the driver actually receives. Enforcement: The Colorado Division of Labor Standards and Statistics manages rule enforcement and can investigate or penalize platforms for violations Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act https://www.change.org/p/delivery-network-company-driver-transparency-protections-act Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
Transcribe →#587 | UBER & LYFT EXPOSED? AI Pricing, Robotaxi Hype, DoorDash Problems, Food Delivery Robot vs SWAT Team
Jun 1902:00:00Tap to summarizeRideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 587) June 19th, 2026 Topics: HOW UBER LYFT AI FIGURES OUT PASSENGER DoorDash Looks Overvalued Despite High Revenue Growth Dumbass DOT Doordash outage What's the deal with DoorDash taxes? ROBOTAXIS LEVEL 4 Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo
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