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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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  <itunes:subtitle>This episode the guys recorded during their Boot to Boot event that happened June 29th, 2019.  
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1:50 - Justin kicks off the inaugural of the Boot to Boot event at their starting point, The Flying Boots and Wings of Tacoma, he shares where the bar is located, and they talk about where the original Wizards Keep was in Tacoma.  Each of the guys share what they’re drinking, Justin gives props to Rusty’s bar The Church Cantina, and Brogan talks about the upcoming ‘Steak Off’.  They talk about drinking from the boot at their last stop and Justin shares history behind The Flying Boots.
12:01 – Bill Baker shares his recent golfing success story, his contact information for those wanting to sell their home, and he a store about a crazy experience from when he was 10 years old.  Justin gives information on The Camp Bar, Michelle talks about the lady they passed on their ride, and Derek from Sometimes Geek talks about the new show he’s working on.  He shares where people can find him online and they talk with the guys from the podcast ‘Chasing Ghosts On Scooters In Bars’. 
 27:48 – Rusty and Brogan talk about their ride from The Camp Bar to The Harmon Hub, Justin talks about his scooter running out of battery live half way there, and they talk about the homeless man they saw along the way.   They give the address and props to The Hub, the guys do the breathalyzer test, and Scott talks about the stunts he did on the way to the Rhein Haus.
37:47 – Justin talks about winning meat at the Rhein Haus during their meet drawings on Monday nights, each of the guys discuss what they got in their boots, and Brogan shares the cost of all three.  He gives info on where his business is located, they do a toast, and Brogan talks about his beer exploding in his eye.  Justin announces that Brogan won the boot, Suzanne from Point Defiance Zoo joins them to share what’s going on at the zoo, and talks about the upcoming Drinking For Conservation event.  
Thanks to everyone that came out!  Special Thank You! to The Camp Bar for supporting the event. 
We had a great time!
We'll see you all next time! Special Guests: Chasing Ghosts. On Scooters. In Bars., Derek G, Rusty, and Suzanne Akerman.
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<p>1:50 - Justin kicks off the inaugural of the Boot to Boot event at their starting point, The Flying Boots and Wings of Tacoma, he shares where the bar is located, and they talk about where the original Wizards Keep was in Tacoma.  Each of the guys share what they’re drinking, Justin gives props to Rusty’s bar The Church Cantina, and Brogan talks about the upcoming ‘Steak Off’.  They talk about drinking from the boot at their last stop and Justin shares history behind The Flying Boots.</p>

<p>12:01 – Bill Baker shares his recent golfing success story, his contact information for those wanting to sell their home, and he a store about a crazy experience from when he was 10 years old.  Justin gives information on The Camp Bar, Michelle talks about the lady they passed on their ride, and Derek from Sometimes Geek talks about the new show he’s working on.  He shares where people can find him online and they talk with the guys from the podcast ‘Chasing Ghosts On Scooters In Bars’. </p>

<p>27:48 – Rusty and Brogan talk about their ride from The Camp Bar to The Harmon Hub, Justin talks about his scooter running out of battery live half way there, and they talk about the homeless man they saw along the way.   They give the address and props to The Hub, the guys do the breathalyzer test, and Scott talks about the stunts he did on the way to the Rhein Haus.</p>

<p>37:47 – Justin talks about winning meat at the Rhein Haus during their meet drawings on Monday nights, each of the guys discuss what they got in their boots, and Brogan shares the cost of all three.  He gives info on where his business is located, they do a toast, and Brogan talks about his beer exploding in his eye.  Justin announces that Brogan won the boot, Suzanne from Point Defiance Zoo joins them to share what’s going on at the zoo, and talks about the upcoming Drinking For Conservation event.  </p>

<p>Thanks to everyone that came out!  Special Thank You! to The Camp Bar for supporting the event. <br>
We had a great time!<br>
We&#39;ll see you all next time!</p><p>Special Guests: Chasing Ghosts. On Scooters. In Bars., Derek G, Rusty, and Suzanne Akerman.</p><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 Camp Bar" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzM">The Camp Bar</a> &mdash; Tacoma’s own urban place for adults to camp.
We believe in big drinks, great comfort food, and friendly fellow campers.
Featuring a full bar, 10 rotating beers on draft, video games, and pool.
We have Happy Hour every day from 2PM – 6 PM, 7 days a week.
The Camp Bar is described as “A wilderness experience with cocktails”.
Open 7 days a week,</li><li><a title="Rolling Misadventures" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzQ">Rolling Misadventures</a></li><li><a title="Chasing Ghosts, Ghost Chasers, Ghosts, Ghost Stories, Ghost Hunting" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzU">Chasing Ghosts, Ghost Chasers, Ghosts, Ghost Stories, Ghost Hunting</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This episode the guys are recording during their Boot to Boot event that happened June 29th, 2019.  </p>

<p>1:50 - Justin kicks off the inaugural of the Boot to Boot event at their starting point, The Flying Boots and Wings of Tacoma, he shares where the bar is located, and they talk about where the original Wizards Keep was in Tacoma.  Each of the guys share what they’re drinking, Justin gives props to Rusty’s bar The Church Cantina, and Brogan talks about the upcoming ‘Steak Off’.  They talk about drinking from the boot at their last stop and Justin shares history behind The Flying Boots.</p>

<p>12:01 – Bill Baker shares his recent golfing success story, his contact information for those wanting to sell their home, and he a store about a crazy experience from when he was 10 years old.  Justin gives information on The Camp Bar, Michelle talks about the lady they passed on their ride, and Derek from Sometimes Geek talks about the new show he’s working on.  He shares where people can find him online and they talk with the guys from the podcast ‘Chasing Ghosts On Scooters In Bars’. </p>

<p>27:48 – Rusty and Brogan talk about their ride from The Camp Bar to The Harmon Hub, Justin talks about his scooter running out of battery live half way there, and they talk about the homeless man they saw along the way.   They give the address and props to The Hub, the guys do the breathalyzer test, and Scott talks about the stunts he did on the way to the Rhein Haus.</p>

<p>37:47 – Justin talks about winning meat at the Rhein Haus during their meet drawings on Monday nights, each of the guys discuss what they got in their boots, and Brogan shares the cost of all three.  He gives info on where his business is located, they do a toast, and Brogan talks about his beer exploding in his eye.  Justin announces that Brogan won the boot, Suzanne from Point Defiance Zoo joins them to share what’s going on at the zoo, and talks about the upcoming Drinking For Conservation event.  </p>

<p>Thanks to everyone that came out!  Special Thank You! to The Camp Bar for supporting the event. <br>
We had a great time!<br>
We&#39;ll see you all next time!</p><p>Special Guests: Chasing Ghosts. On Scooters. In Bars., Derek G, Rusty, and Suzanne Akerman.</p><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 Camp Bar" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzM">The Camp Bar</a> &mdash; Tacoma’s own urban place for adults to camp.
We believe in big drinks, great comfort food, and friendly fellow campers.
Featuring a full bar, 10 rotating beers on draft, video games, and pool.
We have Happy Hour every day from 2PM – 6 PM, 7 days a week.
The Camp Bar is described as “A wilderness experience with cocktails”.
Open 7 days a week,</li><li><a title="Rolling Misadventures" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzQ">Rolling Misadventures</a></li><li><a title="Chasing Ghosts, Ghost Chasers, Ghosts, Ghost Stories, Ghost Hunting" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/NjI1NzU">Chasing Ghosts, Ghost Chasers, Ghosts, Ghost Stories, Ghost Hunting</a></li></ul>]]>
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