Ep20 The Wrong Side of the Tracks

Summary

In this conversation, the hosts discuss a late-night Uber ride that takes a dark turn. The driver, Josh, picks up a young woman named Jasmine and her older companion, Ted. Josh notices that Jasmine appears intoxicated and is wearing revealing clothing. As they drive, Josh tries to piece together the situation and learns that Jasmine had been with Ted and his girlfriend in Park City, but things turned dangerous. Jasmine asks Ted's friend to arrange an Uber for her to leave the situation. The hosts express concern for Jasmine's well-being and the unsettling nature of the ride. In this conversation, the Uber driver shares a story about picking up a young woman who appears to be involved in prostitution and is heavily intoxicated. Josh is concerned for her safety as she is passed out in his car and he is unsure of what to do. He eventually drops her off at a 7-Eleven in a dangerous area and reflects on the vulnerability of people in these situations.

Takeaways

• Late-night Uber rides can be unpredictable and potentially dangerous.
• Drivers should be vigilant and aware of their passengers' behavior and surroundings.
• It is important to trust your instincts and prioritize passenger safety.
• The hosts express concern for Jasmine's well-being and the unsettling nature of the ride. The driver encounters a young woman involved in prostitution and is concerned for her safety
• He reflects on the vulnerability of people in these situations and the lack of support they may have
• The hosts discuss the importance of taking care of children in an Uber and the legal requirement for car seats
• The conversation highlights the realities of human conditions and the need for empathy and understanding

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Surprising Tucking Habits

01:23 Setting the Stage for the Fateful Ride

02:12 Accepting the Ride and Potential Cancellations

03:10 Picking Up Ted and Jasmine

07:10 Driving to the Mysterious Destination

10:14 Observations and Concerns

13:27 Unveiling the Unsettling Situation

17:20 Navigating the Unknown Area

19:18 Jasmine's Incoherent Story

21:06 The Dangerous Situation and Jasmine's Plea

22:31 Encountering a Young Woman Involved in Prostitution

28:24 Concern for the Safety of the Young Woman

30:58 Reflecting on the Vulnerability of People in Dangerous Situations

36:46 The Importance of Taking Care of Children in an Uber

44:21 Highlighting the Realities of Human Conditions