Explain It to Me Those pesky delivery fees
May 22, 2024
Vox senior reporter, Whizy Kim, dives into the woes of food delivery apps - rising prices for customers, low wages for workers, and restaurant struggles. The podcast explores the gig economy's impact, cost breakdowns, and ways to order ethically. Guests discuss fee transparency, regulations, and the importance of tipping delivery workers generously.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unpacking the Hidden Costs of Food Delivery Apps
01:58 • 10min
Various Advertisements for Wireless, Canva, and EverNorth
11:50 • 2min
Navigating the Cost of Delivery Apps
13:42 • 10min
Discussion on Gig Economy Regulation and Fee Transparency
23:27 • 6min
Struggles of Gig Workers and the Impact of Prop 22
29:12 • 12min
Acknowledgments, Vox Membership Promotion, and Sponsor Ads
41:12 • 2min