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    <title>The Grit City Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Blog”</title>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
    <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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    <itunes:subtitle>The Premier Business, Community, Entertainment, and Nightlife Podcast.  Hosted from The Grit City - Tacoma, Washington!  Located in the heart of the beautiful Pacific Northwest.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>GCP Media</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>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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  <title>Bonus - James Layton: Grit City</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>In this Bonus episode, James Layton gives us an English perspective on Tacoma as he shares some memories from his time in the PNW.</itunes:subtitle>
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    <![CDATA[<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 Grit City Podcast - Blog - The Harbor" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE2Mjg2">The Grit City Podcast - Blog - The Harbor</a></li><li><a title="Email Copywriter &amp; Storyseller" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE2Mjg3">Email Copywriter &amp; Storyseller</a> &mdash; Copywriting So Good It Was
Pan-Fried By Gordon Ramsay</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<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 Grit City Podcast - Blog - The Harbor" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE2Mjg2">The Grit City Podcast - Blog - The Harbor</a></li><li><a title="Email Copywriter &amp; Storyseller" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE2Mjg3">Email Copywriter &amp; Storyseller</a> &mdash; Copywriting So Good It Was
Pan-Fried By Gordon Ramsay</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Saturday Night Grit - The Harbor</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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  <itunes:episode>159</itunes:episode>
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  <itunes:subtitle>On this episode Justin, Scott, and Jeff talk about what they’ve been up to lately, local haps around Tacoma, and Brogan joins the conversation towards the end of the show.  Special guest James reads his first GCP Blog at the end of the episode, The Harbor.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;On this episode Justin, Scott, and Jeff talk about what they’ve been up to lately, local haps around Tacoma, and Brogan joins the conversation towards the end of the show.  Special guest James reads his first GCP Blog at the end of the episode, The Harbor.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;01:58 – The guys reflect on the past week’s episode, Justin gives props to Buddy Boy Farms, and talks about getting his first Covid shot.  He talks about his hopes for getting together with friends this year, how listeners can tune into GCP live, and how PNW traffic has been picking up lately.  Scott talks about the new bus lines that have opened in Seattle, Jeff questions whether that is going to last, and they talk about the uptick in Covid cases.  Jeff talks about the dark energies on the land we live on, Justin gives a shout out to their listener James, and his blog The Harbor.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;24:58 – Justin talks about the amazing food he got while visiting Sig Brewing, how Dirty Oscars is doing during Covid, and Jeff talks about where he has been out to eat lately.  He talks about pressure washing his house, Justin talks about Jeff raging about his neighbors calling him out on his music being too loud, and Scott reflects on listening to himself raging on past episodes.  Jeff shares the newest idea on GCP t-shirts, Justin tells listeners where they can send pictures of their pets, and the plans for GCP to attend PNW conventions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;45:57 – They reflect on their past Norwescon visits, how much they miss the parties that happen during the convention, and Jeff talks about the reboot movie of Electra Woman and Dyna Girl.  He shares how he is working the Virtual Reality kinks out , Justin talks about The Tacoma Smelter Plume project, and they throw out ideas of other people they could have on the podcast.  Justin shares the article from Tacoma News Tribune on Russell Wilson, talks about The Queen’s Gambit, and how he got started with Magic Cards.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;69:06 – Justin brings up the Satanic Panic, they make plans to go on haunted tours, and Justin shares where he and his wife will be going for their anniversary.  He and Scott talk about their plans to visit the Clown Motel in Tonopah, Scott talks about places he has stayed around Nevada, and Brogan jumps in to  talking about how everything has been since the recent opening of Cosmic Bottles.  The show closes out with their friend James reading his blog “The Harbor”. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>On this episode Justin, Scott, and Jeff talk about what they’ve been up to lately, local haps around Tacoma, and Brogan joins the conversation towards the end of the show.  Special guest James reads his first GCP Blog at the end of the episode, The Harbor.</p>

<p>01:58 – The guys reflect on the past week’s episode, Justin gives props to Buddy Boy Farms, and talks about getting his first Covid shot.  He talks about his hopes for getting together with friends this year, how listeners can tune into GCP live, and how PNW traffic has been picking up lately.  Scott talks about the new bus lines that have opened in Seattle, Jeff questions whether that is going to last, and they talk about the uptick in Covid cases.  Jeff talks about the dark energies on the land we live on, Justin gives a shout out to their listener James, and his blog The Harbor.</p>

<p>24:58 – Justin talks about the amazing food he got while visiting Sig Brewing, how Dirty Oscars is doing during Covid, and Jeff talks about where he has been out to eat lately.  He talks about pressure washing his house, Justin talks about Jeff raging about his neighbors calling him out on his music being too loud, and Scott reflects on listening to himself raging on past episodes.  Jeff shares the newest idea on GCP t-shirts, Justin tells listeners where they can send pictures of their pets, and the plans for GCP to attend PNW conventions.</p>

<p>45:57 – They reflect on their past Norwescon visits, how much they miss the parties that happen during the convention, and Jeff talks about the reboot movie of Electra Woman and Dyna Girl.  He shares how he is working the Virtual Reality kinks out , Justin talks about The Tacoma Smelter Plume project, and they throw out ideas of other people they could have on the podcast.  Justin shares the article from Tacoma News Tribune on Russell Wilson, talks about The Queen’s Gambit, and how he got started with Magic Cards.</p>

<p>69:06 – Justin brings up the Satanic Panic, they make plans to go on haunted tours, and Justin shares where he and his wife will be going for their anniversary.  He and Scott talk about their plans to visit the Clown Motel in Tonopah, Scott talks about places he has stayed around Nevada, and Brogan jumps in to  talking about how everything has been since the recent opening of Cosmic Bottles.  The show closes out with their friend James reading his blog “The Harbor”.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><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="Tacoma Smelter " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA1">Tacoma Smelter </a> &mdash; For almost 100 years, the Asarco Company operated a copper smelter in Tacoma.  </li><li><a title="Sig Brewing Company" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzAw">Sig Brewing Company</a> &mdash; FERMENTATION | FOOD | PASSION</li><li><a title="Russell Wilson, Seahawks begin girls flag-football in Tacoma | Tacoma News Tribune" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA2">Russell Wilson, Seahawks begin girls flag-football in Tacoma | Tacoma News Tribune</a> &mdash; Russell Wilson, Seahawks start state’s 1st high school girls flag-football league in Tacoma</li><li><a title="Manresa Castle, Port Townsend, Washington" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA3">Manresa Castle, Port Townsend, Washington</a> &mdash; There are reports that hotel rooms 302, 304 and 306 are frequented by two resident ghosts.&nbsp;</li><li><a title="Russian River Brewing - Award Winning Beers in the Bay Area" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA4">Russian River Brewing - Award Winning Beers in the Bay Area</a> &mdash; Russian River Brewing Company was established in 1997 by Korbel Champagne Cellars among the majestic redwoods in West Sonoma County.</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>On this episode Justin, Scott, and Jeff talk about what they’ve been up to lately, local haps around Tacoma, and Brogan joins the conversation towards the end of the show.  Special guest James reads his first GCP Blog at the end of the episode, The Harbor.</p>

<p>01:58 – The guys reflect on the past week’s episode, Justin gives props to Buddy Boy Farms, and talks about getting his first Covid shot.  He talks about his hopes for getting together with friends this year, how listeners can tune into GCP live, and how PNW traffic has been picking up lately.  Scott talks about the new bus lines that have opened in Seattle, Jeff questions whether that is going to last, and they talk about the uptick in Covid cases.  Jeff talks about the dark energies on the land we live on, Justin gives a shout out to their listener James, and his blog The Harbor.</p>

<p>24:58 – Justin talks about the amazing food he got while visiting Sig Brewing, how Dirty Oscars is doing during Covid, and Jeff talks about where he has been out to eat lately.  He talks about pressure washing his house, Justin talks about Jeff raging about his neighbors calling him out on his music being too loud, and Scott reflects on listening to himself raging on past episodes.  Jeff shares the newest idea on GCP t-shirts, Justin tells listeners where they can send pictures of their pets, and the plans for GCP to attend PNW conventions.</p>

<p>45:57 – They reflect on their past Norwescon visits, how much they miss the parties that happen during the convention, and Jeff talks about the reboot movie of Electra Woman and Dyna Girl.  He shares how he is working the Virtual Reality kinks out , Justin talks about The Tacoma Smelter Plume project, and they throw out ideas of other people they could have on the podcast.  Justin shares the article from Tacoma News Tribune on Russell Wilson, talks about The Queen’s Gambit, and how he got started with Magic Cards.</p>

<p>69:06 – Justin brings up the Satanic Panic, they make plans to go on haunted tours, and Justin shares where he and his wife will be going for their anniversary.  He and Scott talk about their plans to visit the Clown Motel in Tonopah, Scott talks about places he has stayed around Nevada, and Brogan jumps in to  talking about how everything has been since the recent opening of Cosmic Bottles.  The show closes out with their friend James reading his blog “The Harbor”.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><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="Tacoma Smelter " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA1">Tacoma Smelter </a> &mdash; For almost 100 years, the Asarco Company operated a copper smelter in Tacoma.  </li><li><a title="Sig Brewing Company" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzAw">Sig Brewing Company</a> &mdash; FERMENTATION | FOOD | PASSION</li><li><a title="Russell Wilson, Seahawks begin girls flag-football in Tacoma | Tacoma News Tribune" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA2">Russell Wilson, Seahawks begin girls flag-football in Tacoma | Tacoma News Tribune</a> &mdash; Russell Wilson, Seahawks start state’s 1st high school girls flag-football league in Tacoma</li><li><a title="Manresa Castle, Port Townsend, Washington" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA3">Manresa Castle, Port Townsend, Washington</a> &mdash; There are reports that hotel rooms 302, 304 and 306 are frequented by two resident ghosts.&nbsp;</li><li><a title="Russian River Brewing - Award Winning Beers in the Bay Area" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTA0NzA4">Russian River Brewing - Award Winning Beers in the Bay Area</a> &mdash; Russian River Brewing Company was established in 1997 by Korbel Champagne Cellars among the majestic redwoods in West Sonoma County.</li></ul>]]>
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