I’m Not Walking in 15 Inches For A No-Tip Order | Ep 287
Mon Feb 02 2026
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Two friends tackle a frozen week of gig work—how storms stall demand, why some apps shut down, and where the money still flows—then zoom out to taxes, tips, and the fight for transparency. We also dig into AV stumbles, teen ride safety, and Amazon’s shifting retail play.
• ice storm impacts on scheduling and safety
• spark incentives and whether cold boosts earnings
• 1099 tip reporting inconsistencies across apps
• NYC’s 10% tip prompt and legal fallout
• waymo school bus violations and near curb crash
• amazon big box plans vs go and fresh pullbacks
• multi-apping boundaries and store policies
• lyft teen rides, pins, tracking, and audio prompts
• doordash weather shutdowns and $2 storm fee
• snow delivery etiquette, prep, boots, and boundaries
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We would love to hear your feedback! Ep 287 News Links Two friends tackle a frozen week of gig work—how storms stall demand, why some apps shut down, and where the money still flows—then zoom out to taxes, tips, and the fight for transparency. We also dig into AV stumbles, teen ride safety, and Amazon’s shifting retail play. • ice storm impacts on scheduling and safety • spark incentives and whether cold boosts earnings • 1099 tip reporting inconsistencies across apps • NYC’s 10% tip prompt and legal fallout • waymo school bus violations and near curb crash • amazon big box plans vs go and fresh pullbacks • multi-apping boundaries and store policies • lyft teen rides, pins, tracking, and audio prompts • doordash weather shutdowns and $2 storm fee • snow delivery etiquette, prep, boots, and boundaries Sign up for a seven-day free trial at patreon.com/thegigeconpodcast. If you like it, great. If not, you can cancel. Please fill out the survey for a chance for a 25.00 Gift Card! Support the show Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: Download the audio podcast Newsletter Octopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver! Want to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo 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 Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcast The Gig Economy Podcast Group. Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. TikTok Subscribe on Youtube