
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast
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Ep 238#238 | Checkr, DoorDash, Gig Worker Labor Status
The Last Mile episode 11: This week we talk about Checkr background issues, August 5th Para Summit for Gig Workers Rights, and DoorDash. Next weeks LAST MILE will compare Roadie App vs. Curri App in the Denver Colorado market. ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 237#237 | Instacart Smart Carts, Delivery Robots Europe, Uber Teen in Atlanta [R3]
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: Have food delivery apps peaked for good I’m a female Uber Eats driver — I dress as a man to feel safer Arlington woman jumps out of Lyft after driver heads away from destination European Uber rival Bolt will deliver food to your door via self-driving robots Why former Ohio State, current Cincinnati Bengals punter Drue Chrisman is ‘doing DoorDash’ Instacart brings new Caper Cart model to two Wakefern stores Instacart makes shopper ‘safely dispose’ of alcohol after customer return. The shopper tricks them Uber for teens launches in Atlanta, but is it safe? Here’s the precautions the company is taking ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 236#236 | D A S H C L O S U R E: DoorDash Dasher Deactivations
This week on the podcast, my guest is Jeff Thomas Black (https://twitter.com/LRBitisnot). Jeff is writing a book on the deceptive and manipulative practices of DoorDash. We dive deep into the problems that exist within the app based gig economy, with a specific focus on DoorDash. Some topics covered: DoorDash gamification DoorDash deactivations News media spin on app-based gig apps DoorDash AI has gone way too far CHECKR background checks ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 235#235 | DoorDash Gone Wild and Instacart vs. Men [R3]
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: DoorDash Deactivations by the MASSES! Secretary of Labor nominee Instacart Preferred Shoppers Rideshare & Delivery ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 234#234 | DoorDash Deactivations: Is any rhyme or reason behind them? (part 2 of 2)
Para Presents: The Gig Economy (episode 30): This week, we continue the discussion on mass deactivations happening on the DoorDash platform. NOTE: "Para Rodeo Summit" is scheduled for Saturday August 5th from 12pm-2pm mst in Denver Colorado. Everyone is welcome to attend and the event is free, if you can't make it you can watch the 'Town Hall' event streaming live on the Rideshare Rodeo YouTube channel. .:: check out The Drivers Rights movement ::. https://driverrights.org
Ep 233#233 | Doordash, Uber Eats, Instacart, Canada, United States
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: DoorDash Dasher Deactivations Everywhere DC partnering with DoorDash to offer free dash cameras to delivery drivers Amazon Canada and DoorDash team up for an exclusive offer DoorDash Takes a Tip From Grubhub With Amazon Canada Partnership Walmart Canada pilots rapid grocery delivery via SkipTheDishes SkipTheDishes launches online ‘Inflation Cookbook’ to help people find cheap food DoorDash driver says customer asked them to drop off order at the pool ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 232#232 | DoorDash Deactivations: Is any rhyme or reason behind them? (part 1 of 2)
Para Presents: The Gig Economy (episode 29): This week I am joined by fellow gig worker, Mac, who works in the Portland, Oregon market. Mac is a 6 year veteran gig worker. We discuss the mass deactivations happening on Doordash. The background checks performed by Chekr. Are there people involved when deactivating drivers. This is part 1 of 2, part 2 will drop next week on Thursday June 15th. Next week we will have David (CEO Para), Marco (@NovaDasher ), Mac (Portland driver), and myself to dig deeper into this issue. NOTE: "Para Rodeo Summit" is scheduled for Saturday August 5th from 12pm-2pm mst in Denver Colorado. Everyone is welcome to attend and the event is free, if you can't make it you can watch the 'Town Hall' event streaming live on the Rideshare Rodeo YouTube channel. Next week we will release the complete details. STAY TUNED! .:: check out The Drivers Rights movement ::. https://driverrights.org
Ep 231#231 | Last Mile Courier Gig Apps
This week on the Rideshare Rodeo podcast, I am playing an episode of another show I do that focuses on 'last mile courier' services. Next week, OG Rodeo episode, we are going to cover a lot... Do NOT miss it! THE LAST MILE. Every Wednesday 4pm est/1pm pst. Come learn about all the last mile apps out there, and how you can earn more money than working the traditional rideshare and food delivery apps. This is an open forum show so everyone is welcome to join. We will be talking about Curri, Frayt, Amazon Flex, Roadie, Veho, and MANY other apps that fall into the 'last mile services' space. This week on episode 8: Today Kae (@bossupwithkae) and I discuss the last mile van delivery space in Atlanta. We had a couple technical issues, but worked through them. We also discuss having all the possible income from multiple projects coming in. ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 230#230 | Rideshare Rodeo Sister Podcast: Gig Economy Podcast
This week, Rideshare Rodeo Podcast can be found on Gig Economy Podcast, and visa-versa. We will resume next week on our correct channels. This week please enjoy an episode from our sister podcast, The Gig Economy Podcast: https://gigeconomyshow.com/ ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 229#229 | Doordash in Alaska & Uber’s political pull... everywhere!
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: Gov. Walz issues first veto, blocks bill setting minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers New Ridesharing App Black Wolf Is Like Uber But With Drivers Who Carry Guns You can now book Waymo through the Uber app DoorDash delivered by plane Lawsuit accuses DoorDash of charging iPhone users extra ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 228#228 | Legislation, Change, and Fraud (w/Mike Hruby & David Pickerell)
This week on Para Presents, David and Steve are joined by Mike Hruby. Mike Hruby is the CEO/Founder of 'New Jobs America' and the drafter of the "Be Your Own Boss" legislation. Make sure to check out NewJobsAmerica.com and learn about this legislation designed to protect Independent Contractors. The importance of the Secretary of Labor, especially at this time in history. Recruiting Congressional Sponsor for New Jobs America "Be Your Own Boss" Bill. Individual Dream of Better Work. Change, taking action, Legislation to protect us, calling out fraud. What can we do, and what should we be looking out for. ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 227#227 | New Rideshare Black Wolf & Minnesota Uber Lyft minimum wage
This Week on the 'ORiGiNAL' RiDESHARE RODEO podcast, I have a guest who has been doing gig work since 2017 in the Chicago, Illinois market. This week we discuss: Background on this weeks guest David Frey. New Rideshare App Black Wolf is like Uber but with drivers who carry guns. Chicago "common carrier" law for rideshare drivers. Minnesota Legislature approves minimum wage for Uber and Lyft drivers. ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 226#226 | The Dumpling Difference vs. Instacart
Here is an extra podcast drop this week! This is a show I do every other Tuesday, called "The Dumpling Difference". In this episode my co-host Holly (@Savvy Shopper Delivers) and I go through the advantages to having a Dumpling 'Business'. Some things you should know about Dumpling, we go through quite a bit in this episode. Check this episode out, if you like what you hear you can catch this show every other Tuesday at 4pm est/1pm pst, on "Savvy Shopper Delivers" on youtube (the next show is Tuesday May 30th). *ENJOY THIS ONE TIME BONUS PODCAST, THE DUMPLING DIFFERENCE* ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 225#225 | Gig Worker Regulations Are Coming
This week on Para Presents, David and Steve are joined by Sergio Avedian. Sergio is a veteran rideshare driver, co-host of 'Show Me The Money Club', and a writer for TRG (The Rideshare Guy) blog. Today we discuss: UBER POOL is back and Lyft Shared Rides are gone Uber Quest is replaced by a dollar amount Why did Uber ever need 33,000 employees What is the difference between Taxi's and Rideshare Are Illinois Rideshare drivers "common carriers"? Minnesota Senate Committee sends Uber, Lyft regulations to floor without recommendation Uber assaults are equal between passengers and drivers Should Sergio and Steve become expert witnesses in state legislation battles COLORADO SENATE BILL (Gig Worker Transparency & Wrongful Deactivation Bill Killed Off) Lyft Driver Deactivated 9 Times Uber, Lyft Drivers picking up minors ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 224#224 | Uber crosses the line, ’unaccompanied minors’ now allowed!?!
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: Uber letting teens take rides on their own Uber Eats Its Way to More Grocery Share With Group Ordering and Streamlined Payments Drivers' Co-op Gathering Funding, Partnerships Before Competing With Uber and Lyft Uber threatens to leave parts of Minnesota over legislation that would raise driver pay Minnesota Has Banned Most Non-compete Agreements; It Could Have Been Worse Walmart Spark and SkipTheDishes ‘Truckers gotta do what they gotta do’: DoorDash driver had to deliver Wendy’s order to truck driver on the side of the Interstate Would You Do Strangers’ Laundry For Money? This Woman Does And She’s Banking $24,000/Month ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 223#223 | Minnesota, Illinois, Connecticut Rideshare Bills Being Voted On
This Week on the 'ORiGiNAL' RiDESHARE RODEO podcast, I have a guest who has been doing gig work since 2015, and we have a lot to unpack. Background on this weeks guest JP (@JP's Gig Corner on YouTube). Uber Pool is back, Lyft Shared Rides are gone. Illinois Rideshare Bill affecting Uber and Lyft passes Senate. Connecticut Rideshare Bill. Minnesota Senate sends Uber and Lyft regulations to floor without recommendation. Lyft's new CEO announces the rideshare company is open to acquisition bids. Dangers of both Rideshare and Delivery apps Driver earnings over the years ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 222#222 | Rideshare changes, Uber AI, & Instacart Tale
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: Illinois rideshare bill affecting Uber, Lyft passes Senate Rideshare drivers ask: Will they get a fair ride? CT considers task force study to ease their pain Customer says she was banned from Uber Eats because of her medical condition Instacart driver gets car stolen and still delivers order in viral video Uber seeks patent to 'pre-match' riders and drivers using AI How Much Can You Make With DoorDash in 2023? ‘They are trying real hard to be Instacart’: DoorDash driver shares new ‘no delivery’ orders Uber launches flight bookings in the UK as a trial for other markets ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 221#221 | Uber, Uber, Uber! where is Lyft now?
This Week on the 'ORiGiNAL' RiDESHARE RODEO podcast: Attacks on app based delivery drivers now higher than attacks on rideshare drivers in the United States. Colorado Senate Bill (SB23-098), the gig worker transparency and right to appeal wrongful deactivation, has been killed off by an unlikely duo. Doordash explanation of why they were caught stealing drivers tips, TWICE! Uber Chief Security Officer has his day in court for the 2017 cover up of 56 million hacked accounts and stolen personal information. Lyft new CEO now demands remaining employees must return to the office. Uber Pool is back, did we learn nothing from all its failures in the past? Uber AI to match drivers with passengers. Uber Technology, fact or myth? ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 220#220 | Attacks on delivery drivers & DoorDash Tip Stealing Explained
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: ‘Colorado gig worker bill SB23-098’ (Transparency & Right to challenge wrongful deactivations) - Killed off! Wisconsin court labels Amazon Flex drivers NOT Independent Contractors who are afforded unemployment and other perks only reserved for employees. Attacks on delivery drivers add fears among gig workers. The weirdest items passengers leave behind in Ubers. DoorDasher accidentally sends picture of her genitals to customer. ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 219#219 | The Gig Economy Today
This week I have Lou & Mary on the podcast to talk about all things gig economy. ** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 218#218 | Violent Attacks On Gig Economy Delivery & Rideshare Drivers
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: 3 scary stories of violence against drivers in Florida Instacart customers say 'men' are terrible shoppers Doordash asks wife to complete delivery after husband is in accident Grubhub Driver in California wins 8 year lawsuit, found to be an 'employee' Waymo autonomous vehicles in Arizona Arizona Autonomous vehicle that killed pedestrian, trial against the driver begins in June ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 217#217 | Post Pandemic Gig Economy Status (podcast 3 year anniversary)
This week is the 3 year anniversary of the podcast! Joining me is Gary Middleton, app developer for gig worker safety and earnings tools. We talk about gig worker status in 2020 vs. app platform workers in 2023. Are things better, worse, or just about the same? ** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 216#216 | Gig Worker Transparency & Deactivation Bill (Colorado Senate Bill 23-098)
This week I have Ron Walter on to discuss a new gig worker bill in Colorado, almost sounds too good to be true. If passed would there be more like it that moved towards a union model for workers. Bill sponsors Sen. Robert Rodriguez of Denver, Rep. Stephanie Vigil of Colorado Springs — who is the first gig-app worker to join the Legislature — and Rep. Jennifer Bacon of Denver. (Senate Bill 23-098). Gig workers, what do you think of this legislation? Join Ron (EntreCourier) and I to discuss what is going on in Colorado that could dramatically change gig workers rights & the way they earn. ** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 215#215 | Uber CEO as Undercover Driver, Instacart, Doordash, and more
This week on R3: Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we discuss: Uber CEO as undercover driver Does Uber charge people more if their phone battery is low Doordash Driver praises 'unassign from order' Instacart Shopper charges $1,000 of dog food to customer Instacart: Free furniture delivery ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 214#214 | O.G. Rodeo Audio Podcast Is Back!!
Starting this week, I am back in the studio recording audio only podcasts for the weekly Tuesday podcast drop. Friday podcast will continue to be the roundtable discussions. Tuesdays weekly podcast are about to take a different format, stay tuned! This weeks topics: Brief history on Rideshare Rodeo podcast 2022 Taxes are due next week The Kindest Gig Worker Ever Does Uber charge more if your phone battery is low Uber CEO does 100 rides, what did he/we learn Uber Eats April Fools Driver Pay Clawback What are 'right-to-work' states and why does it matter ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 213#213 | Uber Eats Pay Clawback, Driver Donates Kidney To Passenger, ’right-to-work’ states
Always love the end of week, roundtable discussion, to join in the live conversation check out Rideshare Rodeo YouTube channel every Thursday 9pm est/6pm pst. Tuesday, April 11th, the O.G. Rideshare Rodeo podcast is back! After building out other social platforms, it's time to return the Tuesday podcast to the audio side only. Starting this week the Tuesday podcast drop on ALL podcast players will be audio version ONLY! RAW RODEO!!! *Rideshare Rodeo Podcast can be found at: RideshareRodeo.com, as well as on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Pandora, iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to podcasts. .:: This week we discuss ::. Chat GPT Uber Driver Donates Kidney To Passenger Michigan 1st State In Decades To Repeal 'right-to-work' Law San Francisco's Self Driving Cars BIGGEST Hurdle Uber Claws Back Double Pay From Drivers After April Fools Glitch Wendy's Gets Chance At Comeback & Fumbles The Ball... again New Sophisticated Hack Is Cleaning Out Doordash Dasher Accounts ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 212#212 | Curri Driver: The best paying gig worker app
This week I have my friend Josh in Philly join me to talk about the Curri Driver app. Join us to learn about this amazing gig app. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 211#211 | Gig Economy Roundtable Discussion w/Zach Drives Fast
This week we have guest Zach Drives Fast, and a lot to go over, lets get into it!! ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 210#210 | California AB5 and Proposition 22 (Gig Worker Carve Out)
This week David Pickerell (CEO Para) and myself talk with Karen Anderson, a freelance writer and founder of 'Freelancers Against AB5' on Facebook. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 209#209 | Uber Safety Feature, Illinois Rideshare, L.A. Mystery Deliveries
This week we discuss: Uber Safety Feature People Don’t Know Exists Doordash driver robbed, choked over $13 Los Angeles Mystery Deliveries Illinois rideshare — ‘common carriers’ D.C. Instacart ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 208#208 | California Proposition 22 Appeal Court Ruling & Top Shelf Rideshare
This week in my absence, I have asked Chris (Real Rideshare Stories) and the panel to run the show for this week. I am getting certified for 'Search & Rescue' Avalanche training, I will be back next week. GM & Instacart looking into using chatGPT California Proposition 22 upheld in California Appeals Court Texas Doordash Burglary Doordash alcohol delivery in Kansas being challenged There is a new rideshare company, 'top shelf' vehicles only ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 207#207 | 6 years of gig app delivery (w/UDM)
This week David Pickerell (CEO Para) and myself talk with UDM, a delivery app gig worker from Florida, about moving forward on his life path. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 206#206 | Instacart, Doordash, & Uber Autonomous
This week the panel discusses: Curbivore 2023 (Los Angeles) L.A. Woman accused of using Aunt's debit card, $18million bond Doordash makes bundled orders mandatory for restaurants Instacart Shoppers reporting more stealing going on from shoppers Steve in Las Vegas, INCULDING Uber Autonomous ride!
Ep 205#205 | Gig workers getting mad at customers tipping habits
This week: Michigan Police Officer Saves Day Chase Doordash Credit Card Recession Fears Spur Companies To Hire More Gig Workers Restaurant Server Says Doordash Driver Stole $600 Order Doorknob Delivery To Las Vegas ***** Support Rideshare Rodeo Patreon Page: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 204#204 | Colorado Gig Worker Transparency Bill 23-098 (w/Stephanie Vigil)
This week on the podcast, David and I have Stephanie Vigil (Colorado House Freshman) join us to discuss her new Colorado Bill 23-098. Transparency and recourse resources for deactivated drivers to appeal. Lets discuss: Senate Bill 23-98 Bill sponsors Sen. Robert Rodriguez of Denver, Rep. Stephanie Vigil of Colorado Springs — who is the first gig-app worker to join the Legislature — and Rep. Jennifer Bacon of Denver. Recourse for deactivated drivers The bill was assigned to the Senate Business, Labor and Technology Committee and does not yet have a hearing date. SB23-098 Gig Work Transparency Concerning transparency for drivers who connect with consumers through the use of a digital platform. PAGE 7 #(4) (III): AN ESTIMATE OF THE TOTAL FARE THAT THE CONSUMER WILL 8 BE CHARGED FOR THE TRANSPORTATION TASK AND AN ESTIMATE OF THE 9 TOTAL AMOUNT THE TNC WILL PAY THE DRIVER, BEFORE ANY TIP IS 10 ADDED, FOR THE TRANSPORTATION TASK Stephanie Vigil: StephanieVigil.com ***** https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 203#203 | Doordash vs. Instacart & Human Microbes
Tonight on the Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we do a driver survey, talk about Instacart vs. Doordash, and Human Microbes. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 202#202 | Para Works: What is it and how does it work?
This week David Pickerell (CEO Para) and myself discuss, Para Works. A better way for gig workers to earn, and the 'Para Personal Dispatch System'. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 201#201 | Uber is taking gig worker pay to an all time low
Tonight on the Rideshare Rodeo Roundtable, we have two guests, Sergio (The Rideshare Guy) and Ron (Entre Courier). ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 200#200 | Uber & Lyft Rideshare Safety and Earnings in 2023
This week on the Rideshare Rodeo Podcast, we are celebrating our 200th episode! My guest is 'The Rideshare Professor', to discuss Uber and Lyft safety & earnings in 2023. 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:30 Rideshare Professor history with Uber & Lyft 00:08:00 Making the right decision for you doing gig work 00:13:00 Tips for staying safer on the gig platforms 00:15:00 Uber & Lyft need to make platforms safer 00:17:00 Minors using parents Rideshare accounts 00:25:00 Para Flagging & Personal Dispatch System (concept to completion) 00:27:00 The future of Para Works 00:32:00 Does complete transparency on gig platforms solve all the problems 00:38:00 Gig apps need to let drivers use the tools they choose 00:44:00 What needs to happen to make customers, drivers, and the gig companies happy and profitable 00:51:00 Uber and Lyft direction in 2023 01:01:00 Outro ******** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 199#199 | Defending Self Employment in 2023 (w/special guest Mike Hruby)
Mike Hruby (New Jobs America) has been on the Rodeo podcast a few times. This will be the first conversation of 2023 we have had, and there is a LOT to cover! Join us live and bring your questions about the push being made to force us to be 'employees', and NOT Independent Contractors. .:: CHECK OUT NEW JOBS AMERICA, SIGN UP FOR EMAIL, AND READ THE "BE YOUR OWN BOSS" ::. https://newjobsamerica.com ******** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 198#198 | Gig Economy Rodeo Roundtable 1 Year Anniversary
Tonight is the 1 year anniversary of the Rodeo Roundtable, join us, we have a lot to discuss. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 197#197 | Gig Worker Taxes 2023 (part 2 of 2)
Gig Worker Taxes 2023: Join Marissa, David (Para) and myself as we take a look what gig workers need to know before filing taxes in 2023. (part 2 of 2)
Ep 196#196 | Gig Worker Taxes 2023 (part 1 of 2)
Gig Worker Taxes 2023: Join Ron (Enter Courier) and myself as we take a look what gig workers need to know before filing taxes in 2023. Intro You're being taxed as a small business owner You're on your own for withholding and paying your taxes Your gig taxes are based on profits, or what's left over after expenses You can write off your business expenses even if taking the standard tax deduction Mileage is usually your best write off, and it's not even close The important tax form you need is Schedule C You also have self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare) based on IC profits Add your IC profits to other income (W2's etc) to determine taxable income for income tax purposes Total taxes (income+self-employment) minus payments credits and withholding determine your final pay-in or refund amount Outro .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER ::. https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 195#195 | Doordash Driver Carjacking & Employee Status Update
This week our panel discusses: Doordash Driver with child in car close call carjacking Doordash Delivery Driver stops college basketball game Gig Worker Update Minnesota Kansas House Bill 2019 Amazon Prime members take 20% off Grubhub order code: COZY20 (now through February 14th, 2023) Starship Technologies Robot Delivery on Baylor campus NYC Uber/Lyft 100% Electric by 2030 Instacart Stole Tips from employees and deceived shoppers in DC Instacart off-loading in-store shopping for pick up orders due to grocery stores doing it for FREE Lyft charging passengers for wait time after 2 minutes .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER ::. https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 194#194 | Walmart Spark & Instacart Has No Moral Compass
This week I have the perfect panel for this discussion. We deep dive into Walmart Spark, its amazing pay model so far, and what will happen moving forward. Instacart, has a full inventory of problems: Grocery up-pricing, fees, drivers extremely low earnings, shoppers stealing, customers not sure what is going on, $48billion valuation to $10billion valuation in 19 months, still no IPO. Worst of all Instacart has zero moral compass. Lets jump in. .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER ::. https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 193#193 | What is going on at the Department of Justice?
The rule changes being suggested and more being added, all counteract other changes being made to the way the DOJ, FTC, & NLRB want to see things play out. Gig workers, we are not being dealt with yet, but so many other spaces are. We also need to talk about, just how safe is your W2? and more... join us in this episode as we dive into some of these issues and more. .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER ::. https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 192#192 | ParaWorks: Bringing Gig Workers New Earnings Opportunities
Today, lets talk about ParaWorks. What ParaWorks is. What markets we are in. What jobs we are able to offer gig workers. Markets seeing offers, The Para App, and more. Join Jimmy and myself for a discussion of possible projects we are working on. Become A Rideshare Rodeo Patreon: https://patreon.com/ridesharerodeo
Ep 191#191 | 2023 Gig Tool Apps & The Catering Delivery Space
Today we talk about some favorite side dish gig helper apps. Next week don't miss the Tuesday Rideshare Rodeo Podcast, as we roll back to the original podcast format. ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 190#190 | Delivery Apps in 2023: Doordash, UberEats, Grubhub
Second weekly podcast of 2022. Let's dive into the delivery app space with some of the best veteran drivers on UberEats, DoorDash, Grubhub. We discuss: UberEats, DoorDash, GrubHub which is your favorite app & more importantly which is the most profitable in your market? Why does GrubHub and UberEats fall short of Doordash in most markets? DoorDash Diamond Status | Top Dasher DoorDash Hourly Pay DoorDash January volume of orders & quality of pay DoorDash will now pick up and drop off your packages to UPS, USPS, and FedEx ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo
Ep 189#189 | 100,000 potential new gig workers onboarding in 2023
The first roundtable of 2023. Ready, Set, Rodeo ************** .:: BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CREATIVE CONTENT ::. https://www.patreon.com/RideshareRodeo .:: Rideshare Rodeo Links ::. Podcast: https://ridesharerodeo.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RideshareRodeo Twitter: https://twitter.com/RideshareRodeo FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/RideshareRodeo .:: ULD: Gig Economy News Website ::. Website: https://uberlyftdrivers.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/uberlyftdrivers ********** Sign up for Para: https://withpara.app.link/RODEO Sign up to drive for Curri: https://drivecurri.app.link/fom2uFMcCib Sign up for Dumpling using promo code RODEO2022 and when you complete 8 shops in 90 days you will receive and $200 bonus: https://dumpling.us/business DISPLAY RIDE DASHCAM, NO UPFRONT COST, ENTER PROMO CODE "STEVE" $20/month: https://www.displayride.com/driver-solution/ Get a FREE BUCKLE Gig Worker Insurance bid: https://mbsy.co/buckle/129202583