Meandering Musings

My Brief Career as an Illegal Uber Driver

In this episode, Neil Peterson recounts his brief and ill-fated stint as an “illegal Uber driver” during the chaos of Coachella. What begins as simple curiosity quickly turns into a five-second, five-foot adventure that ends with a police citation and a great story. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

I Didn’t Want to Do This. Then I Wrote My Obituary

On this episode Neil Peterson reflects on an unexpected exercise—writing his own obituary—and the surprising insights it revealed. What begins as an uncomfortable assignment quickly turns into a meaningful exploration of values, relationships, and what truly matters in life. Neil shares how the experience shifts the focus from achievements to purpose, inviting listeners to consider how they are living right now. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

A Restaurant Without Dessert?

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson reflects on his lifelong love of dessert and how a surprising restaurant experience—with no dessert menu at all—sparked a deeper appreciation for life’s small rituals. He explores how a sweet ending to a meal, helps turn ordinary meals into lasting memories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

A Tale of Two DMVs

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil talks about two very different experiences at the DMV—one frustrating and time-consuming, the other efficient and respectful. What struck Neil wasn’t the people, but the systems behind them, and how those systems shape how we feel about government. It reminded him that small, everyday interactions can either build trust or quietly erode it. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Women’s Roller Derby — More Than a Comeback

In this episode of Meandering Musings, Neil Peterson recounts an unexpectedly delightful night at a women’s roller derby bout in Palm Springs that turned nostalgia into admiration. What stood out wasn’t just the speed and toughness of the sport, but its affordability, community spirit, and the passion of athletes skating purely for the love of the game. Neil reflects on how modern roller derby has evolved into a disciplined, strategic, and deeply human sport. Find Meandering Musings online at meanderingmusings.net [http://meanderingmusings.net/] Learn more about The Edge Foundation here edgefoundation.org [http://edgefoundation.org/] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].