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The GIG Economy Podcast

292 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratings

Talks about our Gig Economy adventures and breaking down the Gig Economy News

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We had 2 female driver this week to tell their stories. We talk about a Uber driver that shoots a person, local person gets harassed from passenger, and a women's only rideshare company

September 10, 2018 23:56 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Want free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Grideshareadventures.com Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the ...

Fact Check for episode #17

September 04, 2018 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.76 MB

Thanks for listening. This is a day late due to the holiday! Again this is the fact check and its not PG. Thanks!   Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Grideshareadventures.com Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support!

We are back with the OG's. We talk airport pick ups and the new Uber app

August 27, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

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Episode #18 Airport Pickups are a pain some times and the new uber app update

August 27, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! New Sponsor Solo! Solo can guarantee your earnings and so much more. Download the app now! https://worksolo.onelink.me/7Viq/GigEconomyPodcast Lov...

Episode # 17 Dumpster Fire.

August 13, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. I unfortunately forgot to press record on the original podcast. I'm super bummed that it happened and it won't happen again. With that being said we had some fun banter about how terrible we were while doing the fact-check. Enjoy!   Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqo...

Episode Dumpster Fire.

August 13, 2018 16:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

I unfortunately forgot to press record on the original podcast. I super bummed that it happened and it won't happen again. With that being said we had some fun banter about how terrible we were while doing the fact check. Enjoy!   Want a free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts Please email us ...

Fact Check for #16 Is Lyft available state wide? Does eating help you stay awake? and other nonsense!

August 06, 2018 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.39 MB

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Episode #16 We talk about puke fraud, peeing while having passengers, and other fun stuff.

July 30, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Episode #16  We talk about puke fraud, peeing while having passengers, and other fun stuff. What an awesome episode. Thanks for listening. This week we talk about puke fraud, a driver peeing in a bottle with a passenger, and lots of Rideshare in the news. We had 2 full-time drivers answering questions about how it is to drive full-time. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of ...

Live podcast with 2 Full time Uber drivers. We talk puke fraud, peeing while having passengers and other fun stuff.

July 30, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

What a awesome episode. Thanks for listening. This week we talk about puke fraud, a driver peeing in a bottle with a passenger and lots of Rideshare in the news. We had 2 full time drivers on answering questions about how it is to drive full time. Want a free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts P...

Fact for Episode #15

July 23, 2018 23:16 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Want a free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Grideshareadventures.com Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support th...

Episode #15 We talk tipping, parking and the best places to pee, and Jesper joins the show!

July 16, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Send us a Text Message. We are joined for the 1st time with Jesper, our awesome partner and Webguy! We had a great time laughing and talk this episode. Here are some things we talked about:  My Long Trip to Traverse City. Was it worth it? We discussed the blog article that Jesper wrote about why tipping your driver is so important.  https://www.grrideshareadventures.com/blog/89-long-rides-and-why-it-is-important-you-tip-your-driver Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomysh...

Jesper one of the OG's joins us for the first time! We talk tipping, parking and the best places to pee!

July 16, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Want a free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Grideshareadventures.com Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great re...

Fact Checking Episode 14

July 09, 2018 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Find all our podcasts and videos at www.grrideshareadventures.com   Contruction on Ottawa: https://mibiz.com/item/24496-cwd-to-move-forward-with-50-monroe-renovation-in-downtown-grand-rapids   Parking in Loading zones: https://library.municode.com/mi/grand_rapids/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITX--TRAFFIC_CH181GETRRE_ART4PARE   Turn Lane on Monroe: https://www.google.com/maps/@42.9635809,-85.6731752,3a,75y,6.48h,72.16t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1sf--UdJpGlUPecqEeqmOc8w!2e0!6s...

Episode #14 CC Joins us again. Lots fun topics. Mostly idiot drivers that pick up in the middle of the street.

July 02, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Another killer show. CC is awesome as usual. We talk about  my creeper passenger, parking issues at a local bar again, and a wrap up of Electric forest this weeked. Want a free swag from GR Ridshareadventures? Please go to Itunes and Rate, Review and Subscribe to the podcast. Send us the information about you doing that and we will send you a Free T-Shirt! Here is what it looks like: GR Ridshare Tshirts Please email us with any questions at team@grrideshareadven...

Fact Check #2

June 25, 2018 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.93 MB

Fact Check #2. Not PG. Have a great day! Support the show

Episode #13 Uber has software to detect drunks and we have another awesome female rideshare driver join us.

June 18, 2018 16:06 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. *We interview Amy a Full-Time rideshare driver. *Talk about the constant issue of parking in front of the Bob *Uber's new patent request for software that detects if the passenger is too drunk to ride. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-1523211...

Interview with Amy a full time rideshare driver.

June 18, 2018 16:06 - 1 hour - 65.3 MB

*We interview Amy a Full Time rideshare driver. *Talk about the constant issue parking in front of the Bob *Uber's new patent request for software that detects if the passenger is too drunk to ride. * We watch a video from Terry Tips:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0WZ6sOIKNI&app=desktop    this guy is hilarious. Lots of fun videos. *Instapay wasn't working for some drivers because the passengers had not paid for the ride and uber told them that they couldn't cash out. . *Much...

Fact check Episode #1

June 11, 2018 16:05 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MB

This episode is a short podcast about the fact checking of the things we say during our regular podcast. It is not a pg version of our regular podcast. You have been warned. Have a great day!

Taking passengers that have kids without car seats.

June 05, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support! Show Links: We talked about taking minors as passengers without an adult present. https://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/nbc-5-uber-lyft-underage-passengers-investigation-483277141.html Another topic ...

Episode #12 Why do parents try to uber with their kids without car seats?

June 05, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. We talked about taking minors as passengers without an adult present. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some g...

Episode #11 We got a raise and the new chat feature in the uber app

May 21, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we talk about the raise we received in Grand Rapids. The new in-app chat feature and lots more! Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! Love the show? You now have the ...

We got a raise!

May 21, 2018 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

In this episode we talk about the raise we received in Grand Rapids. The new in app chat feature and lots more!   You can email us at [email protected] Social Media: Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support!

Episode #10 7 tips on getting your rideshare business started.

April 16, 2018 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we are joined by Nick and CC. We talk about the 7 tips for starting your rideshare business. Recap the videos of the last 2 weeks and general rideshare tips and chatter. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code...

With Nick and CC. 7 tips on getting your rideshare business started.

April 16, 2018 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this episode we are joined by Nick and CC. We talk about the 7 tips for starting your rideshare business. Recap the videos of the last 2 weeks and general rideshare tips and chatter. Please email us with any questions at [email protected] Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support!

With Nick and Ben! Cheap ways to stay safe on the road!

April 02, 2018 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 9! We are joined by Ben and Nick!  *We talk about Ben’s new role with the podcast  *Recap of the last couple of weeks including Jespers puker!  *Talked about our new relationship with Sherpashare *Also inexpensive ways to stay safe on the road. Facebook Twitter Youtube You can also become a patron and be rewarded for helping us!  Links for things we use: Vanture Pro dual dash cam Want to upgarde your income? Try Cargo Interested in driving for uber...

Episode #9 Cheap ways to stay safe on the road, and Jesper had a puker!

April 02, 2018 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 9! We are joined by Ben and Nick!  *We talk about Ben’s new role with the podcast  *Recap of the last couple of weeks including Jespers puker!  *Talked about our new relationship with Sherpashare *Also inexpensive ways to stay safe on the road. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on yo...

Episode #8 How much is Uber actually doing about safety and our adventures on St. Patrick's day!

March 16, 2018 11:44 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. Thanks for listening! We appreciate it. In this episode, we are joined by CC again. As always she was great and brought awesome tips and fun chat to the podcast. Here are a few things we chat about in this podcast: *Uber safety- How passengers and drivers need to do a few things to keep themselves safe. *St Patrick's day- What drivers need to be prepared for that day. *GPS-Again we touched on Waze and again realized how important it is you are using the right one....

With CC and Ben. St Patrick's chat, Uber Safety.

March 16, 2018 11:44 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Thanks for listening! We appreciate it. In this episode we are joined by CC again. As always she was great and brought awesome tips and fun chat to the podcast. Here a few things we chat about in this podcast: *Uber safety- How passengers and drivers need to do a few things to keep themselves safe. *St Patrick's day- What drivers need to be prepared for that day. *GPS-Again we touched on Waze and again realized how important it is you are using the right one. *Dc comic talk and a 160...

Episode #7 How dangerous is it to be a female rideshare driver?

March 04, 2018 13:40 - 1 hour - 74.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. Welcome! Today we had a great interview with Centearious Whit(CC) She is a full time Uber driver in Grand Rapids. Very fun podcast. She told some great stories.  Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra...

Interview with Centearious White a female uber driver.

March 04, 2018 13:40 - 1 hour - 74.3 MB

Welcome! Today we had a great interview with Centearious Whit(CC) She is a full time Uber driver in Grand Rapids. Very fun podcast. She told some great stories.   Please email us with any questions at [email protected]  Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support!

With Justin & Ben and Justin's Ride from hell

February 11, 2018 19:53 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

Another adventure from a veteran rideshare driver. We also talk about tax time with rideshare drivers. Please email us with any questions at [email protected]  Follow us on Facebook Subscribe on Youtube Follow us on Twitter Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a patron. Thanks for all your support!

Episode #6 Justin & Ben join and Justin has a ride from hell.

February 11, 2018 19:53 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! 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 Extr...

With Nick and Special Guest Phil!!

February 01, 2018 00:04 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

So this podcast as far as the audio goes is a little rough. We are in the process of upgrading equipment. Needless to say I was way close to the mic. Also I forgot to hit record until 10 minutes in.... With that being said it was fun! You can follow us on facebook or Twitter Please subscribe to us on youtube for crazy and fun videos! Email us at [email protected]  

Episode #5 Nick and Special Guest Phil!!

February 01, 2018 00:04 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! New Sponsor Solo! Solo can guarantee your earnings and so much more. Download the app now! https://worksolo.onelink.me/7Viq/GigEconomyPodcast Lov...

Episode #4. Cow talk, Ben's amazing trip to BFE

January 22, 2018 03:22 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! New Sponsor Solo! Solo can guarantee your earnings and so much more. Download the app now! https://worksolo.onelink.me/7Viq/GigEconomyPodcast Lov...

With Ben and Nick. Cow talk, Ben's amazing trip to BFE

January 22, 2018 03:22 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Questions? Please email us at [email protected] with questions or comments. Follow us on Facebook Twitter  Subscribe to our Youtube Channel Thanks for listening!  

With Ben Kraker and Jason Jipping AKA Mafia Boss

January 14, 2018 00:44 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

This eposide focuses on our New Years earnings and fun passengers we had. We talked with Jason about some different styles of communicating with paassengers and of course other fun things.  Please email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. 

Episode # 3 New years earnings, the fun passengers we had and how Jason communicates.

January 14, 2018 00:44 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. This episode focuses on our New Years' earnings and the fun passengers we had. We talked with Jason about different styles of communicating with passengers and other fun things. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you!  Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigecon...

Ben joins Jason for the first time

January 03, 2018 00:58 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Thank you to Ben for joining us. Please email us at [email protected] for questions or suggestions. Support the show

Episode #2 Ben joins Jason to talk stories from the road

January 03, 2018 00:58 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! 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 Extr...

Episode #1 Welcome to the GR Rideshare Adventures Podcast!

December 22, 2017 20:10 - 10 minutes - 6.95 MB

Send us a Text Message. Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: www.gigeconomyshow.com Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you! Save money on gas and so much more! .25 cents off per gallon on your first fill-up! http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100696977-15232114 Add promo code gigeconomy25 for an extra .25 cents off! 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 Extr...

Our very first episode of the podcast!

December 22, 2017 20:10 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MB

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