Pivot Lyft and Uber consider franchising, Apple becomes the first $2 trillion company and a listener mail question about social distancing with Aminatou Sow
Aug 21, 2020
Aminatou Sow, author of 'Big Friendship' and co-host of 'Call Your Girlfriend', joins to delve into pressing tech and social issues. They explore the implications of Apple achieving a $2 trillion valuation amid economic inequality. The conversation shifts to the struggles of ride-share companies like Lyft and Uber in California. A listener’s question about navigating social distancing brings forth thoughtful insights on maintaining relationships during the pandemic. Aminatou also humorously tackles the idea of filling Trump's shadow cabinet.
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Post Office Controversy
- The postmaster general, Louis DeJoy, halted postal service changes after public outcry.
- However, the damage was already done, and doubts about election fairness remain.
Airbnb's Smart Move
- Airbnb succeeded by redefining travel as local exploration, not just far-off trips.
- Their new anti-discrimination push raises questions about past issues and IPO timing.
Ridesharing's Regression
- Uber and Lyft's move to a franchise model resembles the taxi system they disrupted.
- This raises concerns about worker rights and the sustainability of the gig economy.