Business Daily What's it like being a delivery rider?
Dec 31, 2025
Dr. Alex Wood, an economic sociology expert from the University of Cambridge, joins delivery riders Joshua Cavallaro and Bryce, known as London Hustle, to discuss the gig economy. They reveal the high stakes of delivery work, including unpredictable pay and safety risks. Bryce and Joshua share their experiences with unusual deliveries and the impact of tipping culture. Dr. Wood highlights survey findings on riders' mental health and the need for better labor protections. Together, they explore why many continue in this precarious yet flexible line of work.
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Riders Turn Deliveries Into Viral Content
- Joshua and Bryce started recording deliveries after friends suggested it and found large online audiences for street stories.
- Bryce recounted wild shifts like delivering to a sex party and doing a 24-hour shift that became popular content.
Platform Precarity Drives Risky Work
- Dr Alex Wood's survey found high insecurity and mental-health impacts among delivery riders due to ratings and platform precarity.
- Many riders face long waits and earn below minimum wage, pushing them to work longer and take risks.
Prefer Hourly Pay Where Available
- In the Netherlands Just Eat pays riders by the hour, reducing pressure to rush between jobs.
- Choose markets or platforms that offer hourly pay to lower stress and safety risks.