Is Uber freedom or a trap? Join Dr. G for a wide-ranging, brutally honest ride-along with Paul, a veteran Uber driver with over nine years of experience behind the wheel. From payout myths and safety risks to late-night horror stories and financial tips, this episode delivers everything you really need to know about the gig economy—from the front seat.

What you'll discover:

• The truth about Uber pay, expenses, and what drivers actually take home
• The dangers of ride-share work—from DUIs to passengers vomiting in the car
• How Prop 22 changed the game (and not necessarily for the better)
• Tips to stay safe, both as a passenger and as a driver
• Why kindness, not 5 stars, is the real metric that matters

Who will love this episode:

• Ride-share drivers navigating burnout, pay cuts, and risk
• Passengers who want the inside scoop on Uber etiquette
• Parents concerned about teens using Uber
• Listeners curious about the real gig economy hustle

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome + Meet Paul, 9-year Uber veteran

04:00 – Ride-share pay: the $20/hour myth

11:45 – Deductibles, liability, and the fine print Uber won’t tell you

19:10 – The mental toll of SoCal traffic

25:00 – Throw-up fees, food smells & backseat disasters

30:30 – Electric vs. gas cars: hidden pros and cons

38:00 – Tips, taxes, and how to tip the right way

45:00 – Uber ratings: weaponized stars and unfair deactivations

51:00 – Dangerous rides, personal safety, and app protections

58:30 – Faith, kindness, and staying grounded on the road

1:06:00 – Advice for teens, riders, and drivers in today’s gig economy

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