A chef who earned three Michelin stars rides shotgun and tells us what the kitchen really costs. From LA’s chef-driven rooms to Georgetown’s corporate engines, we talk about the shock of rigid menus, 365-day schedules, and why predictable service can drain creative fire. It’s a candid, street-level look at how a master builds a career, pays dues, and decides when prestige stops paying the bills. Hit play for a ride through craft, commerce, and taste—from three-star plating to Taco Bell ...

A ride through D.C. turns into a rare, unguarded conversation with a 22-year-old stripclub dancer who’s rewriting the script on what “the club” means for work, money, and personal agency. She breaks down the real mechanics of stage money, lap-dance rooms, and why bartop etiquette matters, then opens up about the deeper engine that runs her career: clear boundaries and a judgment-free space where regulars and dancers trade stories, not just dollars. We trace her path from Alabama to Flo...

What starts as a quiet DC rideshare chat takes a sharp left into “Wait—what do you do for a living?” territory. Our guest, raised in Northern Virginia by way of Iran, breaks down culture, identity, and what it means to straddle two worlds—then casually drops that she used to, well… shape penises for a living. From Persian pride to progressive medicine, we cover it all: the power of humor, the weight of belonging, and the unspoken art of molding things just right. Once we enter the clinic, it’...

Ever had passengers pitch you so hard you reconsider your whole content strategy at a red light? That’s exactly what happens when a Richmond content creator Lexi Lawson climbs into the backseat, maps out where to eat downtown, and then pivots into a relentless, hilarious push to get me on TikTok. What starts as a conversational tour of RVA’s food scene—Little Nickel’s infamous nachos and Carolina-tinged barbecue—quickly becomes a masterclass in building a real audience with blunt, ball bustin...

Write A Review! FOR INQUIRIES: 301 651 7921 The ride begins with a clean car, an open window, and a quick laugh about the lingering scent of the passenger's last ride—then slowly opens into something deeper. Some social chemistry can make the city feel alive. By the time we pull up, we’ve figured out a pretty solid way to move through the world—curious, kind, and open. If you’re into bourbon, DC restaurants, immigrant food stories, or the simple joy of a good conversation, this one’s f...

After a few raindrops, a wrong venue, we pick up a med student on the way to a DC conference and dig into the pivot from vascular surgery dreams to anesthesiology, the culture of training, and the real cost of compartmentalization. Along the way we trade stories about trauma, access, and how to keep empathy alive without losing yourself. Write A Review! Connect: RSRT Facebook RSRT Instagram RSRT TikTok About: Foundation Digital Media | Kuna Video

GASP! A simple ride-share to the airport turns into an unexpected masterclass in conversation and craft. With two young, affected passengers in the back, we move seamlessly from small talk to something deeper: how to create safety so people open up, when to hit record and when to circle back, and why empathy always outshines a checklist of questions. The ride becomes a swap of stories—journalism and 9/11, the mechanics of production, and the odd role affectations play in everyday pop-culture ...

TEXT INQUIRIES: 301 651 7921 After a two month hiatus, this new episode of RideShare RoadTalk weaves its way through pizza dough secrets, family recipes, and a twelve‑hour, tear inducing lasagna. Veering into Cairo culture shock, hospitality, and the strange economy of scandal from the Clinton years, we find ourselves in yet another moving conversation about food, memory, and finding comfort on unfamiliar roads. Follow, Like, Review: Apple Review Connect: RSRT Instagram About: Foundation D...

INQUIRIES: 301 651 7921 What's it really like to navigate modern dating in your twenties? Buckle up for a refreshingly honest conversation we pick up Katie, a 23-year-old heading to a first date with someone she met on a dating app. She opens up about the unique challenges of being single while many of her friends are in long-term relationships. "Everybody just wants something instant," she explains, highlighting the disconnect between the quick-swipe culture of dating apps and the time it t...

INQUIRIES: 301 651 7921 In a true other worldly moment, we wound up driving Roger Keith Crouch (an American scientist and astronaut), who flew as a payload specialist on two NASA Space Shuttle missions in 1997. Sometimes the most extraordinary stories appear in the most ordinary places. #Let'sDrive in 3. 2. 1... Follow, Like, Review: Apple Review Connect: RSRT Instagram About: Foundation Digital Media | Kuna Video

What happens when well-meaning mothers take matchmaking into their own hands through Facebook connections? One passenger’s candid account of a blind date reveals the awkward reality of parent-orchestrated romance in the age of social media. During the ride, this young woman describes agreeing to the setup “as a favor,” only to discover an immediate lack of chemistry despite her date being perfectly respectable on paper. Her frank reflection touches on everything from physical attraction—heigh...

What does it mean to belong somewhere when you've called 15 different cities home? A recent passenger offers a fascinating glimpse into a truly global life, having lived across six countries before recently settling in Washington DC after a stint in China. "The world is your oyster"—but what happens when you constantly uproot? Our latest episode explores heritage, identity, and finding yourself while constantly moving. How do you create belonging when you're always starting over? #LetsD...

A chance rideshare with a bartender heading home after a busy shift sparks a fascinating exploration of service-industry parallels. As the car moves through Washington, D.C., a casual exchange quickly deepens into reflections on human behavior, respect, and the often-unseen emotional labor behind customer-facing work. The bartender shares entertaining stories about “sun-cooked personalities” — unforgettable rideshare drivers in Ocean City who turn ordinary trips into memorable experiences thr...

What happens when car rides become safe spaces for authentic human connection? A chance encounter with a 25-year-old restaurant worker sparks a fascinating exploration of how we treat others when we think no one's watching. The conversation begins with reflections on community changes in the DMV area, particularly the vertical development of Rockville and the Pike & Rose neighborhood. We discover how places like the now-closed Bark Social created unexpected community bonds—where even a g...

Today we’re diving into a moment that every rideshare driver knows too well — that tense second when a passenger walks up, flings open the door, and says, “What’s your name?” — like they’re TSA, and you’re trying to sneak onto a flight. It’s a power move, it’s rude, and — frankly — it flips the script on how this interaction is supposed to work. The app tells the rider the driver’s name, car, and plate number. But drivers? They get a first name and a blurry profile pic… maybe. So who should b...

Some of life's most profound connections occur when we least expect them. It happened on a late night ride in DC, when a passenger fresh from an unexpected Michelin-star dinner casually mentioned it was her mother's birthday—a day now haunted by grief rather than celebration. What followed was an extraordinary exchange about loss, grief, and resilience as the passenger revealed that just over a year ago, her mother had died by suicide after their first significant argument... Follow, Like, R...

Inquiries: 301 651 7921 Episode 22: We welcome a lively group of LSU interns working on Capitol Hill for a spirited ride through the heart of Washington, DC. What starts as a fun exchange about college rivalries, Capitol Hill experiences, and insider DC tips quickly turns into a deeper cultural conversation—highlighting the stark contrast between Southern hospitality and the fast-paced attitude of the nation’s capital. Along the way, we revisit the legendary “Susan’s Husband” episode, giving ...

What started as a lively chat with tourists from Florida and Tennessee quickly shifted gears into a hilarious—and eye-opening—story about the first passenger I ever had to kick out of the car for downright foul behavior. As we bonded over SEC football, college town vibes, and wildly different travel planning styles, we cruised through the streets of Washington, DC, dissecting the strange case of Susan’s Husband—and why some people insist on doing the dumbest shit. Buckle up. Let’s drive! Writ...

A chance encounter with a D.C. native bartender reveals the layered complexity of someone navigating multiple professional identities. This young woman’s story unfolds as she balances evening shifts behind the bar with daytime human resources work at a local University, all while pursuing a master’s degree in organizational psychology. Having grown up in Washington, D.C., she offers a rare insider perspective on a city shaped by a transient population that refreshes every four years with poli...

A chance rideshare conversation brings together two passionate individuals at opposite ends of their golfing journeys. When a passenger is spotted carrying golf clubs through downtown Washington, D.C., curiosity sparks a captivating discussion about the sport’s universal appeal. The passenger, a newcomer to golf who recently began taking lessons at an urban simulator facility called City Swing, contrasts with the host’s decades of experience and deep appreciation for the game. Their exchange ...