Ranting About Florida Weather & I-95 Chaos

Join me in this vlog as I tackle a challenging week of driving in Miami's relentless rainy weather. From dealing with post-Art Basel traffic to braving hazardous conditions on I-95, I share the realities of rideshare driving during difficult weather. This vlog also includes insights into Uber's pricing strategies, my strategy for selecting rides, and a surprising encounter with a new McDonald's meal.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Feeling under the weather but pushing through for the vlog.
00:31 - A brief encounter with a street cat.
00:44 - Navigating rainy conditions all week.
00:50 - Post-Art Basel reflections and strategizing Uber Premier rides.
01:23 - A profitable Thursday with a long-distance ride.
01:50 - Challenges with cleanliness in rainy weather.
02:22 - Planning to make money from tourists despite the rain.
02:49 - Fluctuations in demand throughout the week.
03:29 - Observations on recent Uber Premier fares.
04:03 - Discussing negativity and reality of Uber driving.
04:34 - A lucky private ride saving the day.
05:06 - Dealing with surge pricing inconsistencies.
05:59 - The struggle of working in the rain and feeling sick.
06:21 - Post-event slowdown and strategizing rides.
07:11 - Finding a surge in Miami Beach.
07:37 - Scoring a Premier ride to Fort Lauderdale.
08:07 - Discovering a marina near Fort Lauderdale.
09:15 - Recalling strategic moves during Art Basel.
10:11 - Discussing the dangers of driving on I-95.
11:21 - Long-distance rides and safety concerns.
13:16 - Frustrations with Uber's pricing during difficult routes.
14:21 - Challenges of driving a Tesla in rainy weather.
15:19 - A fortunate Premier ride.
16:21 - Reflecting on the dangers of driving in bad weather.
17:16 - Contemplating a visit to the Hard Rock Hotel.
18:26 - Discovering new games at the Guitar Hotel.
19:20 - A discussion on gambling and financial struggles.
20:13 - Potential for increased business at the Guitar Hotel.
21:24 - Tesla charging strategies and price changes.
22:22 - Signing off to look for a ride and food.
23:12 - Exploring the Kerwin Frost meal at McDonald's.
24:22 - Thoughts on Kerwin Frost and influencer culture.
25:26 - Unboxing the Kerwin Frost meal.
27:32 - Reflecting on childhood memories with McDonald's toys.
29:34 - Strategizing Premier rides at the Guitar Hotel.
30:23 - Observations at the Guitar Hotel and gambling scene.
31:00 - Challenges in getting Premier rides from the hotel.
32:08 - Planning the rest of the night amidst bad weather.
33:01 - Taking a private client to Boca and back.
34:26 - Contemplating the necessity of long-distance travel in bad weather.
35:31 - Reflecting on people's decisions to travel during storms.
36:46 - The stress and danger of driving in severe weather conditions.
38:15 - Pondering the randomness of ride requests in bad weather.
39:12 - Concerns about the increase in accidents during rain.
40:08 - Decision to continue working despite the challenges.
41:04 - The frustrating state of Florida's weather.
42:03 - Recapping a completed private ride and current conditions.
43:06 - Assessing the night's potential for more rides.
44:08 - Weighing the risks of driving in current weather conditions.
45:05 - Deciding to end the night early for safety.
46:31 - Reflecting on the week's challenges and vlogging.
47:11 - Gratefulness for safety and successful rides despite difficulties.
48:11 - Concluding thoughts and future vlogging plans.