Episodes
16
Latest episode
Dec 2024
Language
EN
In this series of Podcasts Glasgow Taxi Drivers will explore a variety of topics which impact the taxi trade in Glasgow. From driver recruitment and the Low Emission Zone to card payment and late night taxi queues, no stone is left unturned in this straight talking, bare knuckle discussion. Whether you are currently a taxi driver, are considering a change in career or perhaps a 'frequent flier' we think there will be some nuggets in here for you. Stories told in the way that only Glaswegians can. No taxi podcast would be complete without a mention of the Glasgow Taxi Outing Fund, better known as the kids annual taxi outing to Troon, an annual event which has brightened a Glasgow day, every June, since 1945. So sit back, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Busy tonight listener! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Part 2 of our end of year round up. Our panel discuss the challenges ahead for the trade and look forward to the year to come. A great listen whether your in the trade, considering it as a career change or just enjoy the banter. We wish you all the very best for the year to come and look out for future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We round off 2024 with the first of 2 episodes which delve into Christmas in the taxi trade. With the usual mix of banter, irreverence and a touch of cynicism we hear from some of the talking taxis stalwarts. Giving a bit back to the city is keynote in this episode. Buckle up listener and enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Episode 7 we hear from the people who make Glasgow Taxis tick, three of our staff. Staff loyalty is an outstanding feature of our Glasgow taxis and we have from 3 of the best to listen to. Busy today listener! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In episode 6 we hear the return of three of our long serving (and one of our noisiest) drivers. Their reminiscing and tales of flagship days in the city make easy listening and provide some real belly laughs. Busy tonight listener ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Taxi drivers the world over are never short of a word or two as is ably demonstrated by or trio in this episode. Making their return are Kev, Anne Marie and Davy who launch into more rank tales and experiences. Busy tonight listener ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Quiet, demure and introverted are three words that will never be used to describe the intrepid trio in the latest episode of drivers tales. Raucous, Irreverent and occasionally potty mouthed are much closer to the mark. Put the short length of the episode down to the extracts that never made the edit. Busy tonight listener ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nobody likes to hear people talking down their city and Glaswegians are no different. In this episode we hear from proud Glaswegians who want to see their city returned to it's shining glory. Councillor Thomas Kerr and restauranteur Michael Bergson are joined by Glasgow taxi drivers to deliver some scathing opinions on the current state of affairs. Busy today listener ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode we hear from two new contributors from the ranks and some stalwarts. We hear some great stories, some hilarious, some poignant that typify the taxi trade in Glasgow. Lastly we hear drivers paying tribute to a colleague, Gerry Collins, who sadly passed away recently. Busy tonight listener ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With the crunch date approaching when Glasgow will lose hundreds of iconic black cabs we hear opinions from Taxi drivers, local councillors and Glasgow businessmen about the likely impact on the city, it's economy and in particular the night time economy. Straight talking in the manner you expect from Talking Taxis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Episode 6 we hear from the guys who put together one of the biggest days in Glasgow's calendar, the annual Taxis to Troon outing. Taking place on 19 June this year and every year since 1945, hundreds of taxi drivers willingly give up a day to spread a mountain of joy amongst kids from local schools. The fancy dress cavalcade of taxis parades through the city before heading to Troon and creating a special event for everyone connected.One Day with a Lifetime of Memories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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