Discover the Untold Stories of Delivery Couriers in the New Podcast 'On the Way'

The podcast 'On the Way' delves into the lives of individuals who have been delivering orders for years, alongside those who have recently joined the courier profession.

Many have grown accustomed to having meals of all kinds delivered right to their doorsteps. For some, delivery work is the sole source of income or a way to stay active and contribute meaningfully.

During the pandemic, couriers became emblematic of the city: delivering food, groceries, and assisting those unable to leave their homes for various reasons. While most people have encountered couriers multiple times, few truly understand their lives beyond the delivery. We aimed to share authentic stories of these individuals, many of whom have fascinating hobbies and passions. For some, delivery work is a means to save for their dreams or simply to help others.

— Press Service of Yandex.Eats

Each episode of this joint project by the Libo/Libo podcast studio and Yandex.Eats seeks to reshape perceptions of the courier profession. Every guest shares a unique story and experience — from voice acting anime and woodworking to participating in historical reenactment festivals, volunteering, acting in plays, and encountering unexpected adventures. Discover how these experiences transform their lives in the 'On the Way' podcast.

Alina Belyat

Host and producer of the 'On the Way' podcast.

We wanted to share diverse stories — from students, migrants, creatives, to travelers. Our search for guests took us everywhere: from personal acquaintances and social media to professional groups and even the streets. Often, we would approach couriers on the move near food markets and restaurants, explaining the podcast and inviting them to share their life stories. Not everyone agreed; some showed interest but later disappeared, others joked about lacking the vocabulary for a 50-minute interview, many said their lives revolved solely around work with nothing to share, and some were simply afraid of attention and publicity. We made many such 'raids,' and it seemed that legends about two strange girls catching couriers were spreading among their community. Still, sometimes luck was on our side. For example, one guest, Azamat, came to our studio by bicycle right after his shift to tell his story.

The first episodes of the podcast are now available on all major platforms.

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