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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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    <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>Billy, Misha, and Ava D'Jor</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The Mary Mart crew are back again!  Billy and Misha stop in with burlesque performer Ava D'Jor from The Gritty City Sirens.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Billy and Misha return to give the guys an update on what’s new in the 253 cannabis world, this time joined by another fellow Mary Mart friend, Ava D'Jor from the Gritty City Sirens.  Gritty City Sirens is a local Tacoma burlesque troop that performs in the PNW area. The group celebrates different body types, ethnicities, backgrounds, talents, and strengths of their performers.  It’s also important to the group to give back to local non-profits in the community through proceeds and volunteering.   Places they’ve helped out include: YWCA, Rainbow Center, Race for a Soldier, and Broadway Center.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;The show kicks off with discussion of Billy’s gift that he brought with him for the guys.  Ava then dives into what burlesque is, what it stands for, and her favorite performances.  She also discusses how she started with Gritty City Sirens 7 years ago and how it has progressively changed since it began.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;15:49 – Justin covers how people can find information Gritty City online.  Ava talks about working with community projects and how their main focus is to be involved with the community and how they got involved with Marry Mart and the benefits of cannabis.  Ava then dives into her favorite and least favorite parts of burlesque. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;At the halfway point, Billy tells the guys about what they have coming up, including their 4/20 sales.  Conversation then turns to Ava and how she got started in burlesque and her first performance.  She explains the amount of practice that happens prior to performing and how people that are interested in joining can get started. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;42:45 – This episode closes out with discussion of what’s coming up for the Gritty City Sirens, including their Tim Burton Halloween Ball, going on October 27th.  Ava explains that this is a more integrative social event in the theme of Tim Burton movies.  Billy shares his favorite Tim Burton movie and the show then dives into where each of the guests were born.  They end with giving listeners information on where they can find Mary Mart and Gritty City Sirens online.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thanks Billy, Misha, and Ava for joining the guys for an intriguing conversation.  We look forward to having you back on soon!   Special Guests: Ava D'Jor, Billy, and Misha.&lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Billy and Misha return to give the guys an update on what’s new in the 253 cannabis world, this time joined by another fellow Mary Mart friend, Ava D&#39;Jor from the Gritty City Sirens.  Gritty City Sirens is a local Tacoma burlesque troop that performs in the PNW area. The group celebrates different body types, ethnicities, backgrounds, talents, and strengths of their performers.  It’s also important to the group to give back to local non-profits in the community through proceeds and volunteering.   Places they’ve helped out include: YWCA, Rainbow Center, Race for a Soldier, and Broadway Center.</p>

<p>The show kicks off with discussion of Billy’s gift that he brought with him for the guys.  Ava then dives into what burlesque is, what it stands for, and her favorite performances.  She also discusses how she started with Gritty City Sirens 7 years ago and how it has progressively changed since it began.</p>

<p>15:49 – Justin covers how people can find information Gritty City online.  Ava talks about working with community projects and how their main focus is to be involved with the community and how they got involved with Marry Mart and the benefits of cannabis.  Ava then dives into her favorite and least favorite parts of burlesque. </p>

<p>At the halfway point, Billy tells the guys about what they have coming up, including their 4/20 sales.  Conversation then turns to Ava and how she got started in burlesque and her first performance.  She explains the amount of practice that happens prior to performing and how people that are interested in joining can get started. </p>

<p>42:45 – This episode closes out with discussion of what’s coming up for the Gritty City Sirens, including their Tim Burton Halloween Ball, going on October 27th.  Ava explains that this is a more integrative social event in the theme of Tim Burton movies.  Billy shares his favorite Tim Burton movie and the show then dives into where each of the guests were born.  They end with giving listeners information on where they can find Mary Mart and Gritty City Sirens online.</p>

<p>Thanks Billy, Misha, and Ava for joining the guys for an intriguing conversation.  We look forward to having you back on soon!  </p><p>Special Guests: Ava D&#39;Jor, Billy, and Misha.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/">Wizard&#39;s Keep Games</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/">Building Community Through The Power Of Games.
Stop by and check out the weekly events.  Commander, D&amp;D, Friday Night Magic, It all happens at Wizard's Keep Games in Renton.


17148 116th Ave SE 
Renton WA, 98058
</a></li><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/">The Lindsay Jackman Group</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/">We understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why our team of highly-seasoned real estate professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of our clients. We take great pride in the relationships we build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.

Lindsay Jackman, Broker
253.857.3366
RE/MAX EXCLUSIVE
7201 Pioneer Way Ste A 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
</a></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="Mary Mart: Recreational Marijuana Dispensary near Tacoma, WA" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTA">Mary Mart: Recreational Marijuana Dispensary near Tacoma, WA</a> &mdash; Mary Mart is bringing the best cannabis to the game. Find the very best cannabis here.
</li><li><a title="Gritty City Sirens" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTE">Gritty City Sirens</a> &mdash; The Sirens are a sisterhood based on trust, mutual respect, and empowerment.
We represent and celebrate different body types, and ethnicities, backgrounds, talents and strengths. 
</li><li><a title="Gritty City Sirens - Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTI">Gritty City Sirens - Facebook</a> &mdash; Gritty City Sirens on Facebook</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Billy and Misha return to give the guys an update on what’s new in the 253 cannabis world, this time joined by another fellow Mary Mart friend, Ava D&#39;Jor from the Gritty City Sirens.  Gritty City Sirens is a local Tacoma burlesque troop that performs in the PNW area. The group celebrates different body types, ethnicities, backgrounds, talents, and strengths of their performers.  It’s also important to the group to give back to local non-profits in the community through proceeds and volunteering.   Places they’ve helped out include: YWCA, Rainbow Center, Race for a Soldier, and Broadway Center.</p>

<p>The show kicks off with discussion of Billy’s gift that he brought with him for the guys.  Ava then dives into what burlesque is, what it stands for, and her favorite performances.  She also discusses how she started with Gritty City Sirens 7 years ago and how it has progressively changed since it began.</p>

<p>15:49 – Justin covers how people can find information Gritty City online.  Ava talks about working with community projects and how their main focus is to be involved with the community and how they got involved with Marry Mart and the benefits of cannabis.  Ava then dives into her favorite and least favorite parts of burlesque. </p>

<p>At the halfway point, Billy tells the guys about what they have coming up, including their 4/20 sales.  Conversation then turns to Ava and how she got started in burlesque and her first performance.  She explains the amount of practice that happens prior to performing and how people that are interested in joining can get started. </p>

<p>42:45 – This episode closes out with discussion of what’s coming up for the Gritty City Sirens, including their Tim Burton Halloween Ball, going on October 27th.  Ava explains that this is a more integrative social event in the theme of Tim Burton movies.  Billy shares his favorite Tim Burton movie and the show then dives into where each of the guests were born.  They end with giving listeners information on where they can find Mary Mart and Gritty City Sirens online.</p>

<p>Thanks Billy, Misha, and Ava for joining the guys for an intriguing conversation.  We look forward to having you back on soon!  </p><p>Special Guests: Ava D&#39;Jor, Billy, and Misha.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/">Wizard&#39;s Keep Games</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/">Building Community Through The Power Of Games.
Stop by and check out the weekly events.  Commander, D&amp;D, Friday Night Magic, It all happens at Wizard's Keep Games in Renton.


17148 116th Ave SE 
Renton WA, 98058
</a></li><li><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/">The Lindsay Jackman Group</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/">We understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why our team of highly-seasoned real estate professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of our clients. We take great pride in the relationships we build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.

Lindsay Jackman, Broker
253.857.3366
RE/MAX EXCLUSIVE
7201 Pioneer Way Ste A 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
</a></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="Mary Mart: Recreational Marijuana Dispensary near Tacoma, WA" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTA">Mary Mart: Recreational Marijuana Dispensary near Tacoma, WA</a> &mdash; Mary Mart is bringing the best cannabis to the game. Find the very best cannabis here.
</li><li><a title="Gritty City Sirens" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTE">Gritty City Sirens</a> &mdash; The Sirens are a sisterhood based on trust, mutual respect, and empowerment.
We represent and celebrate different body types, and ethnicities, backgrounds, talents and strengths. 
</li><li><a title="Gritty City Sirens - Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MjczOTI">Gritty City Sirens - Facebook</a> &mdash; Gritty City Sirens on Facebook</li></ul>]]>
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