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Rideshare Rodeo Podcast episodes
- #559 | eVTOL: Vertical Take Off Landing when, where, and how
Gig App Worker RODEO Podcast (episode 559)
March 19th, 2026Topics:
- Doordash "LATE" metric problem was created by the platform itself
- Uber's NEW $1.25billion write off
- Vertical Take Off Landing (VTOL) when, where, and how
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 38 min - #558 | Gig App Platforms Portable Benefits, ID Theft Lawsuits, Illegal Accounts
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 558)
March 16th, 2026Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 7 min - #557 | Uber Eats Raises Platform Cost To Struggling Restaurant Partners
In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the future of delivery, the economics of food apps, and new platforms trying to reshape the industry.
First, we break down the rise of next-generation delivery robots — including a new robot with arms capable of opening doors and completing deliveries more autonomously. What does this mean for last-mile logistics, restaurants, and gig workers? And how close are we to a world where robots handle the majority of deliveries?
Then we discuss a big shift in the delivery platform landscape: Uber Eats increasing fees for some restaurants. The company is raising commission rates in certain pricing tiers (with some going from 15% to 20% and others up to 25%) while also charging additional fees tied to its Uber One subscription customers.
For many independent restaurants already operating on tight margins, even a few percentage points can significantly impact profitability.We also explore alternative models that aim to give restaurants and shoppers more control, including:
Dumpling — a platform that enables independent personal shoppers to run their own grocery delivery businesses.
Prept Vacations — a service designed to help travelers maintain their health and fitness routines while on vacation.
Topics covered in this episode:
The rise of delivery robots with arms 🤖
Automation vs. human labor in last-mile logistics
Why Uber Eats is raising delivery fees for restaurants
The real economics of third-party delivery platforms
New startups trying to disrupt the delivery and service space
Links discussed in the episode:
Delivery robot with arms: https://moderndelivery.substack.com/p/meet-the-delivery-robot-with-arms
Dumpling: https://www.dumpling.us/
Prept Vacations: https://www.preptvacations.com/
Uber Eats fee changes: https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/technology/uber-eats-raising-delivery-fees-some-restaurants
If you’re interested in the future of delivery, food tech, robotics, and the creator economy around logistics, this episode is packed with insights.
Like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy conversations about the future of commerce, automation, and startups.
1 hr 23 min - #556 | DoorDash: Fraud, Manipulation, and Lies
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 556)
March 12th, 2026This weeks topics:
- Doordash and Uber in 2026
- Importance of Transparency
- Good vs. Bad Legislation
- Illegal Accounts
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo2 hr 1 min - #555 | Joby Aviation, Uber, Product Liability, Dumpling, and Prept Vacations
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 555)
March 5th, 2026THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE with Shawn (Colorado Rideshare Guy), this week we got into:
- Prept Vacation Opportunities
- Dumpling Boss App
- Joby and Uber team up 4th time now to announce launch of VTOL (vertical take off landing) which is nowhere near reality
- LYFT, are they headed for Bankruptcy
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 40 min - #554 | Expedite Catering vs. ALL other catering apps
Gig App Rodeo Podcast (episode 554)
March 2nd, 2026Today our guest is Chris Barnes from Team Expedite, the most transparent and fair catering app out there in 2026.
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 14 min - #553 | Part Time vs. Full Time Gig Work in 2026
Gig App Rodeo Podcast (episode 553)
February 26, 2026This episodes guests are Lou and Mary, Long Island Dash Experience on YouTube. Lots of topics covered.
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo2 hr 11 min - #552 | Seattle doordash, Uber Eats ,and "Pay Up" in 2026
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 552)
February 23rd, 2026This week: Seattle doordash, Uber Eats ,and "Pay Up" in 2026.
Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act:
https://www.change.org/p/delivery-network-company-driver-transparency-protections-actRideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 32 min - #551 | Kalamazoo, Michigan Uber shooting changed Ridehsare 10 years ago
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 551)
February 22nd, 2026Topics:
Kalamazoo 10 years ago Uber mass shooting
- Drunk mom abandons kids in Uber
- Doordash Glitch (the company is aware and does NOT care)
- Uber Eats Glitch (see above)
- TikTok allowing live streams to sell illegal Doordash accounts
- Waymo Chief Security Officer testifies to Congress
- Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act:
https://www.change.org/p/delivery-network-company-driver-transparency-protections-actRideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 13 min - #550 | How far along is Ai in REALITY (w/Tom Kelley)
Rideshare Rodeo Podcast (episode 550)
February 19th, 2026Lets discuss Ai in 2026.
Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast:
https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo1 hr 22 min
About 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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