What It's Like To Be... A London Cabbie
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Oct 8, 2024 Join Jamie Owens, a London cabbie who aced 'The Knowledge' exam, as he shares hilarious tales of driving celebrities like the Spice Girls and navigating the bustling streets of London. Discover the rigorous training involved in memorizing thousands of streets and landmarks, and the unique challenges of being a cab driver today. Jamie also dives into the impact of ride-sharing apps on traditional taxi services and reflects on the evolving communication between drivers and passengers in a tech-savvy world.
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Mystery Famous Passenger Tip
- Jamie picked up a woman offering £40 to go to the Dorchester when the usual fare was about £6.
- He later learned she was a famous person, but he never found out who exactly.
Spice Girls in the Taxi
- Jamie unknowingly picked up Baby Spice and Ginger Spice of the Spice Girls one night.
- He recognized them only after seeing them on TV the next day.
Knowledge Test Preparation Advice
- To prepare for the Knowledge, learn the 468 runs and visualize London instead of memorizing every detail.
- Visit unfamiliar places physically to build a mental map and connect it all in your brain.