ELECTRIC PETE

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Join Pete, a seasoned rideshare driver and EV enthusiast, as he shares electrifying stories from over 42,000 rides! From unforgettable passenger interactions to insights on Tesla tech and the future of transportation, Pete combines humor, experience, and inspiration in every episode. Whether you’re a rideshare driver, EV fan, or just love great stories, Electric Pete has something for you. Plug in and tune in for a journey powered by electricity and fueled by connection!

  1. 48. What Philadelphia Riders Told Me About the Uber & Lyft Tax 🎙️

    May 31

    48. What Philadelphia Riders Told Me About the Uber & Lyft Tax 🎙️

    ⚡ ELECTRIC PETE SPECIAL REPORT #1 ⚡ What do Philadelphia riders really think about the proposed Uber and Lyft tax? As an Uber driver, I hear opinions every day from people sitting in my back seat. Rather than guessing what riders thought, I decided to ask them directly. Over the past several months, I collected survey responses from Philadelphia rideshare riders and asked their opinions about the proposed Uber and Lyft tax, affordability, transportation access, and whether their views changed if the revenue supported Philadelphia public schools. In this Special Report, I share: ✅ Survey results from 38 Philadelphia riders ✅ Rider opinions on the proposed rideshare tax ✅ Concerns about affordability and transportation access ✅ Views on public school funding ✅ Real comments from real Philadelphia riders Survey Highlights: • 68% opposed the proposed rideshare tax • 18% supported the proposal • 13% were undecided • Riders expressed concerns about affordability, transportation access, accountability, and public education funding This episode is not about telling people what to think. It's about listening. One thing I've learned after thousands of rides is that every rider has a story—and sometimes those stories reveal how people really feel about issues affecting their city. ⚡ Electric Pete Real People. Real Stories. Real Philly. 🎙️ Follow Electric Pete: Spotify: Electric Pete Podcast YouTube: Electric Pete Podcast Facebook: Electric Pete Podcast Instagram: @electricpetepodcast #ElectricPete #Philadelphia #Uber #Lyft #Rideshare #PhiladelphiaPodcast #MayorParker #Transportation #PublicSchools #UberDriver #LyftDriver #PhiladelphiaNews #EveryRiderHasAStory

    8 min
  2. 47. You wouldn't believe who's been in my car!

    May 17

    47. You wouldn't believe who's been in my car!

    You Wouldn’t Believe Who’s Been In My Car Most people think Uber rides are forgettable. But after thousands of rides through Philadelphia, I’ve discovered something very different: You wouldn’t believe who’s been in my car. A geologist. A psychologist. A jazz professor. A chef for the Philadelphia Eagles. People building businesses, changing careers, falling in love, chasing dreams, and carrying incredible stories. In this intro episode, I talk about how Electric Pete evolved from “just driving” into something much bigger — a rolling conversation space filled with unexpected human connection. This episode introduces a new ongoing Electric Pete series focused on the amazing people, conversations, and moments that happen inside my Tesla every day. Because everybody has a story. And sometimes all it takes is one question. 🎙️ Electric Pete Podcast 🚖 Real people. Real conversations. Real Philly. If you enjoy the episode: • Subscribe on YouTube & Spotify • Share the podcast • And if you’ve got a story — or if we’ve met in the car — reach out. 📧 electricpetepod@gmail.com

    6 min
  3. 46. From First Hello… to Real Connection

    May 3

    46. From First Hello… to Real Connection

    🎙️ ELECTRIC PETE — From First Hello… to Real Connection Some people see passengers. I see people with stories worth sharing. This is Electric Pete. In this episode, I sit down with Susan Mitchell, founder of Be Single No More, a Philadelphia-based speed dating company bringing people together in real life since 2018. We met the way Electric Pete stories often begin — in my Uber — after one of her events. What started as a ride turned into a conversation about connection, loneliness, and why meeting in person still matters more than ever. Susan has hosted 220+ events, helping thousands connect through structured, face-to-face conversations — no swiping, no distractions, just real human interaction. 🎯 In This Episode: What actually happens at a speed dating event (and why it’s less intimidating than you think)Why people feel disconnected despite technologyHow structure makes connection easierHow five-minute conversations can lead to real relationshipsWhy you don’t need perfect “checkboxes” to find the right personHow simply showing up can change everythingThis is a conversation about stepping out, being open, and rediscovering how people connect — face to face. 💡 About Susan Mitchell Susan is the founder of Be Single No More, a Philadelphia-based speed dating and social connection company. Since 2018, she has: Hosted 220+ eventsCreated experiences across ages, orientations, and communitiesBuilt a welcoming, low-pressure environment to meet peopleEvents include: Speed dating (heterosexual, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and more)Speed friendingEvents in Center City and King of Prussia👉 Her mission: Help people meet in real life and build meaningful connections. ❤️ How It Works Attend an event and receive a name tag5-minute rotating conversationsMeet everyoneMark who you’re interested inMutual matches are emailed within 24 hours👉 No pressure. Just real connections. 🧠 Key Takeaways Technology connects us — but can also isolate usIn-person energy and eye contact still matterMost people are nervous at first… then relaxConnection matters more than checklistsEven without a match, the experience has value👉 Sometimes the win is just showing up. 🔗 Connect with Be Single No More Events: https://bsinglenomore.eventbrite.com Instagram / Facebook: Be Single No More Email: bsinglenomore@gmail.com 🚗 About Electric Pete I’m Pete — and I drive an electric vehicle. After 49,000+ rides, I’ve learned one thing: 👉 Every rider has a story. This podcast is about finding those stories — one ride at a time. 🎧 Follow Electric Pete YouTube: @ElectricPetePodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fJD5CeymBUcZrIu6q0faZ?si=HfH1UTOIQ7WYczrgoI5QVg 💬 Join the Conversation Have you ever tried speed dating? 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe 🎯 Hashtags #ElectricPete #SpeedDating #Philadelphia #DatingAdvice #RealConnection #DatingWithoutApps

    28 min
  4. How to Say Hello and Thank You in Many Different Languages | Electric Pete: Voices from Around the World

    Apr 19

    How to Say Hello and Thank You in Many Different Languages | Electric Pete: Voices from Around the World

    Every day in my car, I meet people from all over the world — different cultures, different languages, different stories. In this episode of Electric Pete: Voices from Around the World, we take a simple but powerful idea and bring it to life: 👉 How do you say hello and thank you in different languages? From Spanish to Japanese, Arabic to Russian, this episode is all about connection — and how even a small effort can make a big difference. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to try. 🌎 What You’ll Learn How to say hello in multiple languagesHow to say thank you around the worldWhy small gestures create big connectionsHow language can instantly change someone’s day🎯 Your Challenge Pick ONE language from this episode… 👉 Use it today. Say hello. Say thank you. And just see what happens. 🔁 Follow & Listen More If you enjoyed this episode: 🎧 Follow Electric Pete on Spotify so you don’t miss future episodes ▶️ Watch this episode (and more) on YouTube 🔗 Listen + Watch 🎥 YouTube: @ElectricPetePodcast 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fJD5CeymBUcZrIu6q0faZ ✨ Electric Pete Reminder “Kindness translates… even when language doesn’t.”

    7 min
  5. 365 days of Gratitude with Electric Pete

    Apr 6

    365 days of Gratitude with Electric Pete

    Over the past year, I asked one simple question to riders in my Uber: “What are you grateful for?” Not 365 people… But 30 real voices. Real moments. Real gratitude. From family and health… To loss, growth, laughter, and faith… These are the moments that stayed with me. This episode is a collection of the most powerful answers I heard during the first year of the Electric Pete Podcast. Because every rider has a story… And sometimes, gratitude tells it best. 🎧 In this episode: Real gratitude from everyday peopleEmotional, funny, and meaningful momentsWhat a year on the road can teach you🙏 Want to send gratitude to someone? Send a free gratitude card: https://www.SendOutCards.com/u/petertursi1964 Let’s start a ripple. 🎙️ Electric Pete Podcast Every rider has a story.

    7 min
  6. 43. Everyone Is Building Something

    Mar 15

    43. Everyone Is Building Something

    Most people don’t wake up trying to waste their life. They wake up building something — even if they’re not sure what it is yet. In this episode, I reflect on a simple but powerful realization I’ve had after years of driving, listening, and paying attention: everyone is building something. A career. A family. A second chance. A quiet exit. A comeback. Or sometimes… just stability. Some people are building with blueprints. Some are building through trial and error. And some are rebuilding after everything fell apart. This isn’t a motivational speech. It’s an honest conversation about work, effort, patience, and the unseen projects people carry with them every day. If you’ve ever felt behind… If you’ve ever questioned whether your work matters… If you’ve ever wondered whether slow progress still counts… This episode is for you. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why comparison breaks momentumThe difference between building loudly and building quietlyWhy “unfinished” doesn’t mean “failing”How noticing other people’s effort changes how you treat your ownA reminder that progress isn’t always visible — but it’s still realEveryone is building something. The question isn’t what you’re building — it’s whether you’re willing to keep showing up.

    7 min
  7. 42. Stop the Drift — Episode 3: Control Feels Different

    Mar 1

    42. Stop the Drift — Episode 3: Control Feels Different

    By the time you reach this point, something has already changed. You’ve noticed the drift. You’ve realized that working harder wasn’t fixing it. And now comes the part that surprises most people: Control doesn’t feel like effort. It feels like clarity. In the final episode of the Stop the Drift series, I talk about what control actually feels like once you stop chasing momentum and start choosing direction. This isn’t about forcing outcomes. It’s about alignment — when your actions, energy, and attention finally point the same way. What you’ll hear in this episode Why real control feels calmer, not heavierThe difference between pressure and intentionHow drift fades when direction is clearWhat it feels like when things finally “lock in”Why control is something you enter, not something you fight forThe full Stop the Drift arc Episode 1 — Recognition: Realizing you’ve driftedEpisode 2 — Validation: Understanding why effort didn’t fix itEpisode 3 — Control: Choosing direction and feeling the shiftListener takeaway Control isn’t loud. It isn’t frantic. And it doesn’t require more effort. Control feels different — because it’s real. Podcast credit / sign-off 🎧 Electric Pete Podcast Every rider has a story. This one ends with direction. Optional closing line (use only if you like it) If this series resonated, you already know — drift isn’t the enemy. Unawareness is.

    6 min
  8. 41. Stop the Drift — Episode 2: Why Working Harder Doesn’t Fix Drift

    Feb 22

    41. Stop the Drift — Episode 2: Why Working Harder Doesn’t Fix Drift

    When something feels off, the instinct is almost always the same: Work harder. Push more. Grind through it. In this second episode of the Stop the Drift series, I talk about why effort alone doesn’t correct drift — and how working harder can actually push you further off course if you’re not paying attention to direction. This episode is about the difference between motion and progress, and why slowing down long enough to notice drift is often the most productive move you can make. What you’ll hear in this episode Why “just work harder” is a common but misleading solutionHow drift can accelerate even when effort increasesThe trap of productivity without directionWhy awareness matters more than intensityHow small course corrections beat brute force every timeHow this fits into the Stop the Drift series Episode 1: Recognition — noticing you’ve driftedEpisode 2: Validation — understanding why effort isn’t fixing itEpisode 3: Control — choosing direction instead of momentumListener takeaway Hard work isn’t the problem. Direction is. Before you push harder, make sure you’re not drifting faster. Podcast credit / sign-off 🎧 Electric Pete Podcast Every rider has a story. Sometimes the story is realizing effort isn’t the answer. Episode 3 drops next Sunday.

    7 min
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Join Pete, a seasoned rideshare driver and EV enthusiast, as he shares electrifying stories from over 42,000 rides! From unforgettable passenger interactions to insights on Tesla tech and the future of transportation, Pete combines humor, experience, and inspiration in every episode. Whether you’re a rideshare driver, EV fan, or just love great stories, Electric Pete has something for you. Plug in and tune in for a journey powered by electricity and fueled by connection!

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  • Creator
    Electric Pete
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Electric Pete 2024
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