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    <description>The Grit City Podcast is a weekly audio experience like no other! Hosted from the vibrant city of Tacoma, Washington - also known as "Grit City," our show has been entertaining and informing listeners since 2014. And what a ride it's been! 
Every week, we release a new episode that introduces you to the dynamic and inspiring individuals who call the Pacific Northwest home. From local business owners and entrepreneurs to authors, artists, and unique characters, our guests embody the hard-working, blue-collar spirit that Grit City is known for. And let's not forget the occasional drug-fueled weirdo we may have met at a comedy club the night before!
The Grit City Podcast first launched back in the summer of 2014 and quickly built a loyal fanbase of listeners who appreciated the show's unique perspective on the Seattle/Tacoma area. After a brief hiatus in 2017, the podcast was rebooted in 2018, with even more friends and family members involved. It quickly regained its "must listen to" status and went on to deliver an impressive 275 episodes and counting, delivering over 280 hours of audio content to our fans since. With no signs of slowing down soon!
Our mission at The Grit City Podcast is simple: to bring the hard-working spirit of the Pacific Northwest to the world and have a good time doing it! We aim to create a community of listeners who understand and appreciate the concept of "grit". With a focus on local business owners, entrepreneurs, and unique characters, sprinkled with a good dose of humor, The Grit City Podcast is a one-of-a-kind audio experience that you won't want to miss.
So, if you're looking for a weekly dose of inspiration, laughter, and a celebration of the human spirit, look no further than The Grit City Podcast! Subscribe now and join us for the ride!
We would love to hear how you found us.  Get in touch here (/contact/) or: info@gritcitypodcast.com
Looking for a way to support the show?  
Stop by the Store (/store) and pick up some Merch or Check out our Patreon page (https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast):  https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast
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Every week, we release a new episode that introduces you to the dynamic and inspiring individuals who call the Pacific Northwest home. From local business owners and entrepreneurs to authors, artists, and unique characters, our guests embody the hard-working, blue-collar spirit that Grit City is known for. And let's not forget the occasional drug-fueled weirdo we may have met at a comedy club the night before!
The Grit City Podcast first launched back in the summer of 2014 and quickly built a loyal fanbase of listeners who appreciated the show's unique perspective on the Seattle/Tacoma area. After a brief hiatus in 2017, the podcast was rebooted in 2018, with even more friends and family members involved. It quickly regained its "must listen to" status and went on to deliver an impressive 275 episodes and counting, delivering over 280 hours of audio content to our fans since. With no signs of slowing down soon!
Our mission at The Grit City Podcast is simple: to bring the hard-working spirit of the Pacific Northwest to the world and have a good time doing it! We aim to create a community of listeners who understand and appreciate the concept of "grit". With a focus on local business owners, entrepreneurs, and unique characters, sprinkled with a good dose of humor, The Grit City Podcast is a one-of-a-kind audio experience that you won't want to miss.
So, if you're looking for a weekly dose of inspiration, laughter, and a celebration of the human spirit, look no further than The Grit City Podcast! Subscribe now and join us for the ride!
We would love to hear how you found us.  Get in touch here (/contact/) or: info@gritcitypodcast.com
Looking for a way to support the show?  
Stop by the Store (/store) and pick up some Merch or Check out our Patreon page (https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast):  https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast
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  <itunes:subtitle>This time, the guys celebrate episode 253, giving thanks to Patrons, listeners, and guests that helped make it happen!!!! 
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  <description>This time, the guys celebrate episode 253, giving thanks to Patrons, listeners, and guests that helped make it happen!!!! 
01:43 – Jeff reveals the word of the day, Justin gives props to the supporters that have listened to every episode, and throws a shout-out to the Patrons.  Scott talks about the hidden benefits of having Patreon support and Jeff talks about his respect for one of their sponsors, Die Cut Stickers.  They reflect on recording back in the day at Malarkey's, Scott talks about having a New Years Eve party there, and being sponsored by Uber back in the day.  
19:50 – They shout-out to Brogan's original place, Wizards Keep Games, and his current business, Cosmic Bottles, and encourage listeners to stop by and say hi to him.  Justin talks about making the commercial for the Great Washington ShakeOut, shares the history behind The Union Club in Tacoma, and how it's evolved over the years.    
39:38 – Justin reflects on their almost astronaut guest, Jeff talks about the extraordinary work The Coffee Oasis does, and Justin talks about discovering THC Sriracha.  Scott shares the news that cannabis bases businesses can now work with banks, Justin thanks history friend of the podcast, Steve Dunkelberger, and they talk about plans to have the DC253 guys back on.    
59:13 – Justin gives props to real estate friend Byron Pullen, reflects on having Clownvis Presley on the podcast, and talks about the alternative sports teams they've had on.  The talk about having the boxer on, Justin talks about his visit to the Lunar Festival, and his love of having his friend Derek on.  Jeff mentions guest Streetball Sup and him dropping the announcement while on the episode of getting a hatchet to the neck. 
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<p>01:43 – Jeff reveals the word of the day, Justin gives props to the supporters that have listened to every episode, and throws a shout-out to the Patrons.  Scott talks about the hidden benefits of having Patreon support and Jeff talks about his respect for one of their sponsors, Die Cut Stickers.  They reflect on recording back in the day at Malarkey&#39;s, Scott talks about having a New Years Eve party there, and being sponsored by Uber back in the day.  </p>

<p>19:50 – They shout-out to Brogan&#39;s original place, Wizards Keep Games, and his current business, Cosmic Bottles, and encourage listeners to stop by and say hi to him.  Justin talks about making the commercial for the Great Washington ShakeOut, shares the history behind The Union Club in Tacoma, and how it&#39;s evolved over the years.    </p>

<p>39:38 – Justin reflects on their almost astronaut guest, Jeff talks about the extraordinary work The Coffee Oasis does, and Justin talks about discovering THC Sriracha.  Scott shares the news that cannabis bases businesses can now work with banks, Justin thanks history friend of the podcast, Steve Dunkelberger, and they talk about plans to have the DC253 guys back on.    </p>

<p>59:13 – Justin gives props to real estate friend Byron Pullen, reflects on having Clownvis Presley on the podcast, and talks about the alternative sports teams they&#39;ve had on.  The talk about having the boxer on, Justin talks about his visit to the Lunar Festival, and his love of having his friend Derek on.  Jeff mentions guest Streetball Sup and him dropping the announcement while on the episode of getting a hatchet to the neck.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cosmicbottles.com/">Cosmic Bottles</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cosmicbottles.com/">Tap into the universe of craft beer!
CRAFT BEER FOR YOU!

Tired of the same old grocery store beer selection? Looking for a beer selection that caters to your taste?
At Cosmic Bottles the choice is always yours.

Every day: 11am - 10pm

27116 167th Place SE
Suite 108
Covington, WA 98042</a></li><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://diecutstickers.com/?utm_source=gritcitypodcast">Die Cut Stickers</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://diecutstickers.com/?utm_source=gritcitypodcast">Use the code GRITCITY15 at checkout and get 15% off your entire order!
·         Insanely custom stickers crafted to survive the PNW and beyond!</a> Promo Code: GRITCITY15</li></ul><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast?utm_source=notes">Support The Grit City Podcast</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="The Great Washington ShakeOut - Get Ready!" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDA4">The Great Washington ShakeOut - Get Ready!</a> &mdash; This year's International ShakeOut Day is October 20, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!</li><li><a title="Union Club Tacoma - Union Club Tacoma" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDA5">Union Club Tacoma - Union Club Tacoma</a> &mdash; The Union Club is a mixed-use project contributing to Tacoma’s growing artistic and entrepreneurial community.</li><li><a title="KenzoFKC – I make stuff." rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE1">KenzoFKC – I make stuff.</a> &mdash; When not preserving the historic structures of Washington State’s Capitol Campus I make movies, write novels, draw comic books, play guitar, build things with my hands, play D&amp;D, drink booze and contemplate the futility of existence.</li><li><a title="Restoring Community Since 1997 - The Coffee Oasis" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE2">Restoring Community Since 1997 - The Coffee Oasis</a> &mdash; The Coffee Oasis is a faith-based non-profit organization that exists to create pathways of opportunity for youth to be restored in heart, soul, mind, and body. </li><li><a title="Buddy Boy Farm" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE3">Buddy Boy Farm</a></li><li><a title="Steve&#39;s Drunk History: Tacoma Edition | Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE4">Steve's Drunk History: Tacoma Edition | Facebook</a></li><li><a title="DC253" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE5">DC253</a></li><li><a title="Destiny City Comics " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDIw">Destiny City Comics </a> &mdash; Tacoma’s Unapologetically Black &amp; LGBTQ Friendly Comic Shop</li><li><a title="Shroom Brothers" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDIx">Shroom Brothers</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This time, the guys celebrate episode 253, giving thanks to Patrons, listeners, and guests that helped make it happen!!!! </p>

<p>01:43 – Jeff reveals the word of the day, Justin gives props to the supporters that have listened to every episode, and throws a shout-out to the Patrons.  Scott talks about the hidden benefits of having Patreon support and Jeff talks about his respect for one of their sponsors, Die Cut Stickers.  They reflect on recording back in the day at Malarkey&#39;s, Scott talks about having a New Years Eve party there, and being sponsored by Uber back in the day.  </p>

<p>19:50 – They shout-out to Brogan&#39;s original place, Wizards Keep Games, and his current business, Cosmic Bottles, and encourage listeners to stop by and say hi to him.  Justin talks about making the commercial for the Great Washington ShakeOut, shares the history behind The Union Club in Tacoma, and how it&#39;s evolved over the years.    </p>

<p>39:38 – Justin reflects on their almost astronaut guest, Jeff talks about the extraordinary work The Coffee Oasis does, and Justin talks about discovering THC Sriracha.  Scott shares the news that cannabis bases businesses can now work with banks, Justin thanks history friend of the podcast, Steve Dunkelberger, and they talk about plans to have the DC253 guys back on.    </p>

<p>59:13 – Justin gives props to real estate friend Byron Pullen, reflects on having Clownvis Presley on the podcast, and talks about the alternative sports teams they&#39;ve had on.  The talk about having the boxer on, Justin talks about his visit to the Lunar Festival, and his love of having his friend Derek on.  Jeff mentions guest Streetball Sup and him dropping the announcement while on the episode of getting a hatchet to the neck.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cosmicbottles.com/">Cosmic Bottles</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.cosmicbottles.com/">Tap into the universe of craft beer!
CRAFT BEER FOR YOU!

Tired of the same old grocery store beer selection? Looking for a beer selection that caters to your taste?
At Cosmic Bottles the choice is always yours.

Every day: 11am - 10pm

27116 167th Place SE
Suite 108
Covington, WA 98042</a></li><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://diecutstickers.com/?utm_source=gritcitypodcast">Die Cut Stickers</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://diecutstickers.com/?utm_source=gritcitypodcast">Use the code GRITCITY15 at checkout and get 15% off your entire order!
·         Insanely custom stickers crafted to survive the PNW and beyond!</a> Promo Code: GRITCITY15</li></ul><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast?utm_source=notes">Support The Grit City Podcast</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="The Great Washington ShakeOut - Get Ready!" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDA4">The Great Washington ShakeOut - Get Ready!</a> &mdash; This year's International ShakeOut Day is October 20, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!</li><li><a title="Union Club Tacoma - Union Club Tacoma" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDA5">Union Club Tacoma - Union Club Tacoma</a> &mdash; The Union Club is a mixed-use project contributing to Tacoma’s growing artistic and entrepreneurial community.</li><li><a title="KenzoFKC – I make stuff." rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE1">KenzoFKC – I make stuff.</a> &mdash; When not preserving the historic structures of Washington State’s Capitol Campus I make movies, write novels, draw comic books, play guitar, build things with my hands, play D&amp;D, drink booze and contemplate the futility of existence.</li><li><a title="Restoring Community Since 1997 - The Coffee Oasis" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE2">Restoring Community Since 1997 - The Coffee Oasis</a> &mdash; The Coffee Oasis is a faith-based non-profit organization that exists to create pathways of opportunity for youth to be restored in heart, soul, mind, and body. </li><li><a title="Buddy Boy Farm" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE3">Buddy Boy Farm</a></li><li><a title="Steve&#39;s Drunk History: Tacoma Edition | Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE4">Steve's Drunk History: Tacoma Edition | Facebook</a></li><li><a title="DC253" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDE5">DC253</a></li><li><a title="Destiny City Comics " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDIw">Destiny City Comics </a> &mdash; Tacoma’s Unapologetically Black &amp; LGBTQ Friendly Comic Shop</li><li><a title="Shroom Brothers" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTQyMDIx">Shroom Brothers</a></li></ul>]]>
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