Driving You Crazy
343 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsLet’s talk transportation, traffic, transit and what’s driving you crazy as you try to get from here to there, no matter how you do it. Longtime Denver traffic expert Jayson Luber looks at the big issues in transportation, traffic, transit and whatever is driving you crazy. Come join us on the road well traveled!
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E283 - Cruising the California Coast
March 22, 2023 14:52 - 41 minutes - 45.4 MBIt has been 4 years since my last cruise and for the first time were on Princess. What was it like? The ups and the downs, the high and lows of the seas on this episode of the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound ...
E282 - Where is our promised hyperloop?
March 15, 2023 14:13 - 42 minutes - 44.3 MBWhat is the status of the hyperloop? There's a group of students at the University of Colorado, who are still working on the viability of a hyperloop system. It’s called the CU Hyperloop Project and I invited the project lead, Max Balasubramaniam to be here on the show and talk all about it. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp...
E281 - Sleep deprived kids are underreported dangers on the roads
March 08, 2023 15:14 - 44 minutes - 47.1 MBWe have talked about lack of sleep and how especially the spring time change affects our body clock and can lead to us driving drowsy. Students Against Destructive Decisions, (SADD) the Nation's Premier Healthy & Safety Organization, says these disruptions in sleep for kids makes them even more dangerous on the roads. Joining me today is the President and CEO of Students Against Destructive Decisions Rick Birt. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or...
E280 - Is the cul-du-sac the suburban turnarond to nowhere
March 01, 2023 15:32 - 55 minutes - 62 MBWhat do you think about the cul- du-sac? I was reading an article recently titled, “Road to nowhere: why the suburban cul-de-sac is an urban planning dead end.” It was written by Timothy Welch who is a Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning at the University of Auckland and Dr Welch joins me on the show from New Zealand to talk all about it. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www...
E279 - Who is crazy enough to plow the Million Dollar Highway?
February 22, 2023 15:04 - 41 minutes - 42.9 MBIt has been called the most perilous road in America during the winter season. So who would be crazy enough to keep Colorado's infamous Highway 550 clear in winter? My guest Clint Rhoads, CDOT supervisor and plow driver in southwest Colorado is. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Link to the online version of this story: https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/snowplowing-on-the-edge-the-daily-grind-of-keeping-one-of-colorados-most-dangerous-roads-clear-of-snow Co...
E278 - To split the lane or not, that is the question
February 15, 2023 15:19 - 33 minutes - 36.4 MBHave you heard of motorcycle lane splitting? Where a motorcycle rider can ride down the striped line on a freeway between cars in slow and go traffic. It’s legal in a small handful of states and one legislator from Colorado wants to make it legal here. I speak with Republican State Legislator Ron Weinberg who introduced a bill that would require the state DOT and state patrol to do a feasibility study permitting the practice of lane splitting. Also, get out of the left lane if you are going ...
E277 - Round and round and aroundabout we go
February 08, 2023 15:52 - 44 minutes - 50 MBThere is a nationwide trend circling towards roundabouts. This episode we talk roundabouts with Colorado State Representative Andrew Boesenecker and his bill that would require drivers to yield to large trucks in a roundabout. Why, when big trucks go where they want, would the state need to legislate this? Also, I speak with arguably the roundabout king of the United States. Mayor James Brainard of Carmel Indiana has installed over 140 roundabouts in his town transforming the way his citizen...
E276 - You’re not going to touch Spain becasue of the crazy drivers
February 02, 2023 15:45 - 55 minutes - 57.8 MBWith the increasing need for more truck drivers on the road, one barrier is easier to get over now. The driving education site Zutobi now includes a guide to help earn a commercial driver's license. This episode I visit with Leo Waldenback, Zutobi’s co-founder and head of growth to talk about that as well as the need for more EV infrastructure from their Charging Station Report. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected]...
E275 - Make way for Snow What, Snow-Caccino and the Frostasaurus
January 27, 2023 14:48 - 41 minutes - 47.6 MBThe city of Fort Collins, Colorado is trying a new parking program that they hope will keep impaired drivers from getting into their car. This episode I invited Parking Services Manager for the city of Ft Collins Eric Keselburg to come on and explain how the program works and why they are doing it. Plus, the city of Boulder, Colorado just concluded a contest asking for names for their 10 new snow plows. I have those names. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303...
E274 - Will the backlash will be severe from this self-inflicted wound
January 18, 2023 15:14 - 46 minutes - 54.1 MBWhat exactly is a NOTAM and why it is so important that without it the FAA had to ground all domestic departures? I invited aviation expert Jeff Price, professor of aviation for Metro State University in Denver to explain and to look at some of the other issues with the airlines. Also, the reaction by a world traveler after Frontier Airlines eliminated their telephone customer service department. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCraz...
E273 - What if your car could feel the road like you can with your hand
January 11, 2023 15:04 - 44 minutes - 45.3 MBWhat if your car could feel the road like you can with your fingers? That is what the company Tactile Mobility is doing with all the sensors already built into new vehicles. In this episode I go to Israel to visit with Tactile Mobility’ Chief Executive Officer, Shahar Bin-Nun to talk about how tapping into your car’s senses can make all of our commuting better in the future. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Ja...
E272 - I think I can see my house from here
December 30, 2022 15:24 - 22 minutes - 28.4 MBWhat is the most scenic road in your state? Outdoor photographer Tony Bynum ranked the top 10 most scenic highest roads around the country and he gives us a fantastic interview as he talks about getting to these spots and how you can get there too. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: http...
E271 - Changing traditional rental cars into on demand trips longer than an Uber ride
December 21, 2022 15:10 - 53 minutes - 54.7 MBHave you rented a car and thought there has to be a better way? Three guys did and they came up with an interesting idea they call Kyte to get a car to you without you going anywhere. Joining me from Germany to talk all about how Kyte works and how the company could disrupt and possibly replace the traditional car rental model is Francesco Wiedemann, co-founder of KYTE. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson:...
E270 - I’ve been working on the railroad and it’s tough on the rails
December 14, 2022 15:06 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBWhat is it like to work for the railroads? Tough, says Brad Baker who works with Burlington Northern Santa Fe railway. He spoke to my colleague Colette Bordelon about working for the railroad, the good, the bad and the labor negotiations. Plus, a real life account of what it is like to work for for a smaller rail company. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/J...
E269 - Sure puffy coats are cute on kids but not safe to wear while in their car seat
December 07, 2022 15:02 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBDid you know that it is potentially dangerous to put a kid wearing a puffy coat into a car seat? I didn't either so I invited Child Passenger Safety Technician Dahlia Rizk on the show to talk about this as well as her invention called the Buckle Me Baby Coat. Plus, what is it like driving in Qatar where the World Cup is being played? All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.fa...
E268 - I can understand Wino but why not Taco?
November 30, 2022 15:09 - 31 minutes - 33.4 MBHave you ever wanted to be paid to be a automotive service tech? This episode I talk with Brittnay Grande, General Motors field service engineer about the need for people to work on cars, especially EV’s and how you can get paid for training. Also, some of the personalized license plates that the state of Colorado rejected. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com...
E267 - Thanksgiving is the most deadly holiday on the roads
November 21, 2022 19:13 - 27 minutes - 29.6 MBHappy Thanksgiving! Lakshmi Iyengar, data analyst at Jerry, an online car insurance comparison service as well as a licensed insurance broker in all 50 states, joins me to talk about what time is the most dangerous to drive on Thanksgiving day. Also, Cars.com has a survey showing people are sick of problems at the airports and with flights. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or ...
E266 - What exactly is a replacement license plate for lawful travelers all about?
November 16, 2022 15:43 - 52 minutes - 56.9 MBHave you ever seen or heard about a non-state issued license plate replacement or of a sovereign license plate? I wanted to learn more so I invited Trent Goodbaudy, founder of Freedom From Government to explain what these replacement plates he sells are and the reasons behind them. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp: https://...
E265 - No, you don’t hear viruses screaming when they see the light
November 09, 2022 17:16 - 43 minutes - 43.6 MBWhat if you never had to worry about viruses in the air when you are sitting in a plane or a train? That is happening right now thanks to disinfecting lighting and it could be coming to a public area near you. I invited Brian Stern, CEO and Co-Founder of PURO UV Disinfection Lighting to talk about how their lights can make travel safer for all of us. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7...
E264 - Why do drivers you want to pass speed up when you try
November 02, 2022 13:10 - 34 minutes - 38.1 MBIt’s time to open the DYC mailbag and answer some of your questions. Also, a bit on my recent road trip to southwest Colorado and why do people who you want to pass speed up when you do? All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic Production Notes: Op...
E263 - The most compelling case for automated vehicles is semi trucks
October 26, 2022 16:53 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBWhat makes the most sense to be the first fully autonomous vehicle? The company IDTechEx says autonomous trucks make the most compelling case yet. Author of the study Dr James Jeffs from England comes back on the show to talk all about it. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.inst...
E262 - What’s with all these flooded out cars?
October 14, 2022 17:20 - 48 minutes - 52.4 MBThe wide spread flooding from the recent hurricane has left ne'er do wells the opportunity to sell us a water damaged vehicle without us knowing about it. So I invited Emilie Voss, Public Relations Director for Carfax to be on the show to talk about what to look out for and what kind of a problem this really is. And I was originally going to talk about expanding rails this episode but my original guest thinks I’m too tough to talk to. I explain what happened. All that and more on the Driving...
E261 - Educating first responders about EV’s to keep them safe while they try to keep us safe
October 05, 2022 14:38 - 37 minutes - 38.9 MBImagine being a first responder and showing up to an emergency with a vehicle they have never seen before because it runs on electricity. Not knowing if touching the metal will electrocute you. This is the reality for officers and firefighters as they see more and more emergencies involving electric vehicles. General Motors is working to educate first responders about EV’s in an effort to keep them safe while they try to keep us safe. Joining me to talk about that is Joe McLaine, General Mot...
E260 - Using AI technology to get buses and first responders through traffic signals faster
September 28, 2022 14:53 - 51 minutes - 57.7 MBIs there a way to get buses or first responders through traffic lights quicker? That is what the California company called LYT says they are doing. Joining me in this episode to talk about this is Bobby Lee, the Director of Marketing at LYT. Also, should our cars not let us drive if it thinks we are impared? All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTraf...
E259 - Do you really have to stop at that grocery store stop sign
September 21, 2022 14:39 - 33 minutes - 37.1 MBIt is time to open the DYC mailbag and answer a couple of popular questions like do you have to stop at the stop sign in a grocery store parking lot or is it legal to drive with things hanging from your rearview mirror? Also, what are some of the most annoying actions people do on plans that bother other passengers? All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/Jayso...
E258 - Fighting obnoxious traffic noise with sound cameras
September 14, 2022 14:05 - 52 minutes - 57.5 MBWhat are some of the most annoying traffic sounds that you can think of? Many cities around the United States have ordinances for loud traffic noise but one city in Colorado is going to test some new technology to identify the offenders. Joining me for this episode is Reuben Peckham, 24 Acoustics Director & Principal Consultant to talk about their sound camera technology that can identify offending vehicles. Also, California is not interested in the zipper merge. All that and more on the Dri...
E257 - Answering all your traffic law questions with Super Lawyer David Perecman
September 01, 2022 20:34 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBI get questions all the time from viewers and listeners about legal situations involving driving that they might be caught in or just curious about. So, I invited to answer a barrage of traffic law related questions David H. Perecman, Founder and Lead Trial Attorney at New York City’s Perecman Law Firm. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGu...
E256 - What’s the next step up from from crusie control, Super Cruise
August 24, 2022 14:22 - 42 minutes - 46.7 MBThe future of driving could be letting the car drive itself and General Motors is moving one step closer to that future. Today I speak with Jeff Miller, General Motors Assistant Chief Engineer of Super Cruise to talk all about the hands free technology and why it is different from self driving. Plus, AAA’s releases their annual cost of new car ownership figures and why no one might ever receive the extension of the federal tax to buy an electric vehicle. All that and more on the Driving You ...
E255 - What’s more dumb than riding a motorcycle barefoot
August 17, 2022 14:01 - 43 minutes - 45.8 MBIs It Illegal to Drive Without Shoes? This is a question that automotive writer Jason Unrau set out to answer in an article he has on Bumper.com and he joins me to talk about that as well as a ton of other car questions that come from his other Bumper.com articles. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy Jason Unrau: http://automotiveco...
E254 - Yes, the hyperloop is possible but how badly do we want it?
August 03, 2022 15:32 - 41 minutes - 46 MBHow badly do we want the hyperloop? This is the question raised in an article by Tom Hartsfield, a PHD physicist living in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Tom wrote an article in BigThink.com called, “Elon Musk’s Hyperloop is possible. How badly do we want it?” It is a fascinating look at the challenges and complexity of the vacuum tube. Also, my observations from a recent trip to Chicago & South Bend and an email I received that was a bit off the mark. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Pod...
E253 - What’s the deal with these digital license plates?
July 27, 2022 15:00 - 50 minutes - 54.3 MBHave you seen a digital license plate yet? Some states like California and Arizona and Texas are already using them and they are expanding to other states. This episode I speak with Neville Boston, Reviver Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer all about digital license plates. Also, BMW is nickel and diming their way into your car. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebo...
E252 - Will GM installing 2000 fast chargers along the interstates going to entice you to buy an EV?
July 20, 2022 14:38 - 29 minutes - 31 MBGeneral Motors is going full speed ahead with the move to all electric cars. One of the issues we have talked about here is the lack of charging infrastructure. To increase access to charging and enable long-distance electric travel, GM and the Pilot Company you know them as the Pilot Flying J Travel Centers…. are collaborating on a national DC fast charging network. To talk more about it and some of the challenges they are facing is Travis Hester, General Motors Chief Electric Vehicle Offi...
E251 - How solving the traveling salesman problem can save you gas
July 13, 2022 14:08 - 41 minutes - 44 MBHave you heard of the “Traveling Salesman Problem”? It’s a long time studied issue that logistics and especially transportation companies have studied for years to make getting between two points the most efficient way possible. It’s not just for them but it can help you out too. This episode I visit with Bill Klimack, Professor with the School of Industrial & Systems Engineering at the University of Oklahoma to explain how it can help us save gas money. All that and more on the Driving You ...
E250 - Imagine trying to start another rideshare business in this climate
June 29, 2022 14:24 - 57 minutes - 66.4 MBIt’s a special episode, number 250! I really can’t believe that I’ve published this many episodes. Thanks for all the support. Imagine trying to start a rideshare business in this climate. That is what Will Coleman is doing. Will started the rideshare company Alto in Dallas and Alto has a bit of a different model than Uber and Lyft so I wanted to know more about his journey in this business and what makes Alto different from Uber and Lyft for you and me. And a special congratulations to this...
E249 - Here’s a unique way to find places to park your RV or camper and stay for the night
June 22, 2022 14:17 - 51 minutes - 55.5 MBFinding the perfect spot to park the RV is the never ending quest for campers. Today I visit with someone who is trying to make that task easier. My guest is Joel Holland, the CEO of Harvest Hosts. Harvest hosts is a membership service for RVers that helps them find very unique overnight places to park and stay for the night. Also I open the mail bag and answer a listener's question about her terrible experience with her flight to Texas. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. ...
E248 - Are you on team roundabout?
June 15, 2022 12:59 - 40 minutes - 44.9 MBAre you a fan of roundabouts? This episode I speak with arguably the roundabout king of the United States. Mayor James Brainard of Carmel Indiana has installed over 140 roundabouts in his town transforming the way his citizens get around. He also says his roads are safer than anywhere else because of the roundabouts. We talk all about that plus what do you think are the top casual crash factors for young drivers? I have the list. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Conta...
E247 - Talking traffic with Dr Kelcie Ralph from Rutgers University
June 01, 2022 14:39 - 47 minutes - 52.5 MBWe’ve talked a bunch about the increasing number of people walking and biking who are being killed or injured in the roads. Today I speak with Dr Kelcie Ralph, Associate Professor of Transportation Planning and Policy at Rutgers University where she studies transportation, safety, and public opinion. I talk with Dr Ralph about that issue with pedestrian deaths as well as talk to her about her take that local news outlets that cover traffic collisions can affect perceptions of blame and respo...
E246 - Answering some of your mail bag DYC questions
May 25, 2022 14:14 - 23 minutes - 25.6 MBOn the show today I wanted to get to some of the driving you crazy stories that I’ve been airing on TV but haven’t talked about them here because I’ve had so many great guests to interview. If you have a question or comment, send it to me on any of the contact links or call the listener hotline, 303-832-0217. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTra...
E245 - Is the world ready to subscribe to their car?
May 18, 2022 13:50 - 57 minutes - 63.8 MBYou’ve heard of leasing and owning a vehicle but what about subscribing to one? Today I speak with Scott Painter, CEO and founder of Autonomy.com about their Tesla exclusive car subscription service. Also, what are the best and worst airlines? The 2022 Airline Rankings are out. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy Autonomy website: https:/...
E244 - I heard you can get several hundred dollars for these things
May 11, 2022 14:37 - 57 minutes - 59.9 MBAre catalytic converter theft and auto theft a major problem in your town? It is in Denver and across most of the country. Today I have a story of how much money is being collected by thieves and I speak with Susanna Gotsch, CCC’s Senior Analyst who has some disturbing stats about the huge increase in vehicle thefts in the country. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.face...
E243 - People are like water taking the path of least resistance
May 04, 2022 14:29 - 41 minutes - 45.5 MBWhat is the best way to reduce traffic on recreation highways during the busy weekend days? There is a campaign here in Colorado from a group called the I-70 Coalition that is titled “Break Up With Your Car” that is trying to increase transit ridership between the Front Range cities north and south of metro Denver to and from the mountains. The goal is to alleviate traffic on the major mountain highway, Interstate-70. Margaret Bowes, the Director of the I-70 Coalition joins me to talk about ...
E242 - Taking flying with Avelo Airlines Andrew Levy
April 27, 2022 18:00 - 54 minutes - 58.8 MBWhat is it like to start a new airline? My guest knows the answer all too well. My guest this episode is Andrew Levy, Chairman and CEO of a relatively new airline called Avelo Airlines. We will talk about his new airline, about other airlines, the travel trends, rising fuel cost, the pilot shortage and much more. Also, the story of the baton bags and how they didn’t and then did get through security. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or DrivingYou...
E242 - Talking flying with Avelo Airlines Andrew Levy
April 27, 2022 18:00 - 54 minutes - 58.8 MBWhat is it like to start a new airline? My guest knows the answer all too well. My guest this episode is Andrew Levy, Chairman and CEO of a relatively new airline called Avelo Airlines. We will talk about his new airline, about other airlines, the travel trends, rising fuel cost, the pilot shortage and much more. Also, the story of the baton bags and how they didn’t and then did get through security. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or DrivingYou...
E242 - Some agents say the batons are a problem and others don’t.
April 27, 2022 18:00 - 54 minutes - 58.8 MBWhat is it like to start a new airline? My guest knows the answer all too well. My guest this episode is Andrew Levy, Chairman and CEO of a relatively new airline called Avelo Airlines. We will talk about his new airline, about other airlines, the travel trends, rising fuel cost, the pilot shortage and much more. Also, the story of the baton bags and how they didn’t and then did get through security. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or DrivingYou...
E241 - Talking Traffic with Johann Hoffend
April 20, 2022 14:13 - 47 minutes - 52.6 MBToday I spend some time talking traffic with a long-time traffic guy flying around south Florida. My guest is Johann Hoffend, the Chopper5 airborne reporter / photographer for WPTV television in West Palm Beach. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy Johann Hoffend: https://twitter.com/chopper5wptv Production Notes: Open music: jazzy...
E240 - A case of Natural Light is not not the way to go down
April 13, 2022 14:56 - 26 minutes - 27.3 MBToday on the program I will be talking to Tricia Morrow. Tricia is a Safety Engineer for General Motors and we will be talking about GM’s recent research paper that found that drivers believe stress is a key factor influencing their focus on the road. Also, some of the best and worst get out of a speeding ticket excuses and one not so good driving instructor. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.co...
E239 - Airlines are not ready for what’s about to happen this summer.
April 06, 2022 18:14 - 58 minutes - 62.1 MBWhat will summer flying look like and how are the airlines doing? Why did my flight get canceled and that other one didn’t? All your airline questions answered today as I visit with aviation analyst Jay Ratliff. That and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast. Contact: 303-832-0217 or [email protected] Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy Jay Ratliff: https://www.daytradefun.com/ Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy ...
E238 - Talking traffic with CHP Officer Robert Rodriguez
March 30, 2022 14:32 - 54 minutes - 59.6 MBIt is time again for our talking traffic segment where we hook up with a traffic anchor from somewhere in the USA and talk traffic. Today we are going west to California, to the small town of Bakersfield and talk to probably one of the most unique traffic anchors we have as part of EW Scripps. Officer Robert Rodriguez is one of the Public Information Officer’s for the California Highway Patrol but he is also the traffic anchor for KERO TV, our station in Bakersfield. I talk traffic and some ...
E237 - How much longer will gas prices stay this way?
March 23, 2022 17:52 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBI haven’t talked to my buddy Skyler McKinley from AAA Colorado in a while and I have a stack of interesting transportation news that is coming out of his office like gas prices, oil prices, summer travel, road trips and a very interesting story about the increase in fatal wrecks even though fewer people have been driving since the start of Covid. Also, how tone deaf is Moovit sending out the below press release about lower transit use in Ukraine since the war? See for yourself. All that and ...
E236 - So dirty you shouldn’t wash you hands in the airplane bathroom
March 07, 2022 15:43 - 41 minutes - 36.4 MBThere is a study that finds that the water onboard most major airlines that is served to the passengers is so unsafe that you shouldn’t even wash your hands with it. The shocking discovery was made by hunter colleges food policy center and Diet detective.com who investigated the water quality of 23 different US airlines. Joining me today is Dr. Charles Platkin, the executive Director of hunter colleges New York City food policy center to talk more about this. All that and more on the Driving...