Columbus Drivers in Spotlight After TikTok Comedy Podcast

Columbus, Ohio – Columbus has gained an unusual reputation for drivers crashing into storefronts, recently highlighted by a comedy podcast that has gone viral on TikTok. The podcast titled “What’s News With You” featured hosts Ashley Gavin and Geoffrey Asmus discussing a unique call about vehicle crashes into a Kroger in Delaware, Ohio.

The episode, which debuted on TikTok on October 22, sparked laughter among listeners as Asmus quipped about the frequency of such incidents. “In the parking lot? That doesn’t even make sense,” he joked. His remark aimed to question the driving skills of Columbus residents, a sentiment that found support among viewers.

Many commenters reacted to the clip by citing Columbus as home to some of the country’s worst drivers. They also tagged @crashintoabuilding, an Instagram account that tracks these peculiar accidents. According to this account, there have been 67 recorded incidents involving cars crashing into buildings in 2025, a decrease from 226 in 2024.

While local police do not specifically track such crashes, a significant incident occurred on September 22, 2024, when a vehicle collided with an O’Charley’s restaurant in Reynoldsburg, injuring 13 people. Reports indicate that nearly 24% of these crashes happen in retail settings, and experts suggest that many could be avoided with proper safety barriers installed at storefronts.

As the conversation about Columbus driving habits grows, both locals and outsiders continue to engage with the comedic portrayal of their city.