46. From First Hello… to Real Connection

49. The Lost Art of Listening - Marc Goldberg

The Lost Art of Listening | Marc Goldberg | Electric Pete Podcast Every rider has a story. In this episode of the Electric Pete Podcast, Pete sits down with Marc Goldberg for a thoughtful conversation about communication, authenticity, Philadelphia culture, listening, storytelling, music, civic engagement, and human connection. What started as a random Uber ride through Philadelphia became a deep discussion about: * why people crave authentic conversations * what college radio teaches about communication * blues music and emotional storytelling * Philadelphia’s “unvarnished hospitality” * the lost art of listening * how young people are becoming more engaged in their communities * education, empathy, and public service * finding common ground through conversation Marc shares personal stories about: * his experience with college radio * discovering blues music * organizing for change in his community * working in education * growing up in special education * the influence of his grandfather’s belief that “the only skill you ever need is listening” This episode is not about political warfare. It’s about people, communication, and understanding one another. Topics include: * Philadelphia culture * podcasting and communication * authenticity in media * listening skills * storytelling * community involvement * public service * blues music * human connection Special thanks to Marc Goldberg for joining the podcast and sharing his story. Electric Pete Podcast “…Every rider has a story.” #ElectricPetePodcast #Philadelphia #Podcast #Listening #Communication #Storytelling #Authenticity #HumanConnection #PhiladelphiaPodcast #BluesMusic #CollegeRadio #Community #RealConversations

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

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 [electricpetepod@gmail.com]

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 technology * How structure makes connection easier * How five-minute conversations can lead to real relationships * Why you don’t need perfect “checkboxes” to find the right person * How simply showing up can change everything This 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+ events * Created experiences across ages, orientations, and communities * Built a welcoming, low-pressure environment to meet people Events include: * Speed dating (heterosexual, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and more) * Speed friending * Events 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 tag * 5-minute rotating conversations * Meet everyone * Mark who you’re interested in * Mutual matches are emailed within 24 hours 👉 No pressure. Just real connections. 🧠 Key Takeaways * Technology connects us — but can also isolate us * In-person energy and eye contact still matter * Most people are nervous at first… then relax * Connection matters more than checklists * Even 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 [https://bsinglenomore.eventbrite.com] Instagram / Facebook: Be Single No More Email: bsinglenomore@gmail.com [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 [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

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 languages * How to say thank you around the world * Why small gestures create big connections * How 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 [https://open.spotify.com/show/4fJD5CeymBUcZrIu6q0faZ] ✨ Electric Pete Reminder “Kindness translates… even when language doesn’t.”