532: Lyft Off To Adventure

If you're in Long Beach and you need a ride, you've got a friend in Tod.

Originally aired November 2, 2017|The Revival Season|Download MP3

Chapters (12)

00:03Freelance WoesMarc welcomes listeners and Tod explains the dip in his home-based writing business.
02:42Joining LyftTod describes the sign-up process, the car inspection at Pep Boys, and his motivation for driving.
05:13The Driver ExperienceDiscussion on driving patterns, the 'thrill' of the app, and Tod's minimal car amenities.
08:10Night Shifts & First ImpressionsTod explains why he drives at night and describes a ride with a 'Kathy Bates type' woman.
11:50Passenger DynamicsThe hosts discuss how to handle conversation with passengers and a ride to a strip club.
14:25The Coffee Shop OwnerTod recounts a memorable ride with a cute coffee-shop owner.
20:36Drug Deal ValidationTod describes picking up a passenger and confirming his suspicions about a local drug dealer.
23:41Lyft vs. UberTod discusses 'double dippers' and the social stigma of having Lyft stickers on his car.
26:47The Google EngineerMarc shares a story about a hyper-frugal software engineer who drives Lyft.
29:11Carlos the DrunkTod tells a story about a very intoxicated passenger named Carlos in Norwalk.
32:52The Norwalk FourTod describes four intimidating young men who tried to go to a closed AMC theater.
38:07Closing ThoughtsFinal reflections on the danger and excitement of ride-sharing before signing off.

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