The Future Is Here, and it’s Calling the Cops on You Kids, Ep3 of After Dark. #afterdark #latenightshow #vuleypuppet
In this episode, we unpack the bizarre case of two California teenagers whose joyride in a driverless Waymo robotaxi ended with the car stopping the ride and contacting police. The teens were allegedly drinking, firing Orbeez gel beads from the vehicle, and using a toy gun modified to look real—turning a futuristic taxi ride into a very modern public-safety warning.
We talk about what happened, why robotaxis are not private spaces, how Waymo’s rules apply to minors and passenger behavior, and why realistic-looking toy weapons can create serious danger for kids, bystanders, and police. From gel blasters and orange safety tips to social media trends that encourage risky modifications, this story is a sharp reminder that “just a toy” can become a real-world crisis fast.
It is part absurd tech story, part parenting wake-up call, and part cautionary tale about what happens when bad decisions meet surveillance cameras, autonomous vehicles, and police response. Listen in for a funny but serious look at the future of transportation, youth behavior, and why common sense still matters—even when nobody is behind the wheel.
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