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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>Recently relocated to the PNW, Dave Losso is originally from Chicago and has been all over the country headlining comedy shows.  Labeled “a joke machine” by Savage Henry Magazine, he’s worked with such acts as Kyle Kinane, Ari Shaffir, Sean Patton, Johnny Pemberton, Josh Fadem, and Adam Clayton-Holland.  His debut album is out now; you can find it on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Comedian Dave Losso joins Justin and Scott on this episode.  Recently relocated to the PNW, Dave is originally from Chicago and has been all over the country headlining comedy shows.  Labeled “a joke machine” by Savage Henry Magazine, he’s worked with such acts as Kyle Kinane, Ari Shaffir, Sean Patton, Johnny Pemberton, Josh Fadem, and Adam Clayton-Holland.  His debut album is out now; you can find it on Vimeo: &lt;a href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;02:12 – Justin expresses how much he misses Brogan, shares the story of Brogan getting lost looking for Chipotle, and Dave talks about the recent special he recorded.  He talks about the venue he recorded it at, Justin talks about what old Malarkeys turned into and the Tacoma drama around the Tacoma Baking Company.  Scott talks about the new self-serve beer bar in Tacoma, Dave talks about doing radio in Florida while enjoying White Claw, and the story behind the nickname The Hot Dog Guy.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;18:37 - Dave shares how long he’s been doing stand-up, when he started doing out-of-town shows and compares the crowds of Chicago and Milwaukee.  He talks about what kicked off him traveling around the country, DIY touring, and opening for Ari Shaffir.  He talks about getting back out post-Covid, they jump into Scott Topics, and Dave reflects on his mushroom experience.  Justin talks about the most ridiculous time he had on shrooms, Dave suggests excellent movies to watch during the trip, and podcast ideas.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;39:10 – Justin talks about the fantastic treats their friend Billy has shared with them in the past, the Dope Show that Tyler Smith and Dave talk about the Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober show in New Orleans.  He gives his review on The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers Movie, Justin talks about educating the youth on 90’s rock and shares the history of The Union Club with Dave.  Justin dives into Is It Tacoma, they discuss which article they think is from Tacoma, and Justin reveals which one it is.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;62:50 – Dave shares where people can find him online, places he’ll be performing at, and explains how frogs are great helpers in the garden.  He talks about the crazy group he created on Facebook, where people can get his new album and the hardcore band he was in 15 years ago.  He talks about being excited to get back on the road next month, what he enjoyed about doing comedy in Orlando, and the creation of the town Notre Dame, Indiana.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thanks, Dave, for hanging out and the outstanding conversation Special Guest: Dave Losso.&lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Comedian Dave Losso joins Justin and Scott on this episode.  Recently relocated to the PNW, Dave is originally from Chicago and has been all over the country headlining comedy shows.  Labeled “a joke machine” by Savage Henry Magazine, he’s worked with such acts as Kyle Kinane, Ari Shaffir, Sean Patton, Johnny Pemberton, Josh Fadem, and Adam Clayton-Holland.  His debut album is out now; you can find it on Vimeo: <a href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper" rel="nofollow">https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper</a>.</p>

<p>02:12 – Justin expresses how much he misses Brogan, shares the story of Brogan getting lost looking for Chipotle, and Dave talks about the recent special he recorded.  He talks about the venue he recorded it at, Justin talks about what old Malarkeys turned into and the Tacoma drama around the Tacoma Baking Company.  Scott talks about the new self-serve beer bar in Tacoma, Dave talks about doing radio in Florida while enjoying White Claw, and the story behind the nickname The Hot Dog Guy.</p>

<p>18:37 - Dave shares how long he’s been doing stand-up, when he started doing out-of-town shows and compares the crowds of Chicago and Milwaukee.  He talks about what kicked off him traveling around the country, DIY touring, and opening for Ari Shaffir.  He talks about getting back out post-Covid, they jump into Scott Topics, and Dave reflects on his mushroom experience.  Justin talks about the most ridiculous time he had on shrooms, Dave suggests excellent movies to watch during the trip, and podcast ideas.</p>

<p>39:10 – Justin talks about the fantastic treats their friend Billy has shared with them in the past, the Dope Show that Tyler Smith and Dave talk about the Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober show in New Orleans.  He gives his review on The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers Movie, Justin talks about educating the youth on 90’s rock and shares the history of The Union Club with Dave.  Justin dives into Is It Tacoma, they discuss which article they think is from Tacoma, and Justin reveals which one it is.</p>

<p>62:50 – Dave shares where people can find him online, places he’ll be performing at, and explains how frogs are great helpers in the garden.  He talks about the crazy group he created on Facebook, where people can get his new album and the hardcore band he was in 15 years ago.  He talks about being excited to get back on the road next month, what he enjoyed about doing comedy in Orlando, and the creation of the town Notre Dame, Indiana.</p>

<p>Thanks, Dave, for hanging out and the outstanding conversation</p><p>Special Guest: Dave Losso.</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="Watch Dave Losso: A Careless Whisper Of A Man Online " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODA5">Watch Dave Losso: A Careless Whisper Of A Man Online </a> &mdash; He’s been taken for a strip club DJ, introduced professionally as a “huge hot dog man,” and assumed computer-competent by a major U.S. corporation.</li><li><a title="Dave Losso: Genius on Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEw">Dave Losso: Genius on Facebook</a></li><li><a title="Magic Mushroom Map" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEx">Magic Mushroom Map</a> &mdash; Predicts where and when liberty caps (Psilocybe semilanceata) are likely to grow based on habitat and recent weather conditions.</li><li><a title="Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober on Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEy">Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober on Facebook</a> &mdash; Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober is a stand-up comedy competition currently running in Austin, TX; Lafayette, LA; New Orleans, LA.</li><li><a title="Tacoma transit bus crashes into front yard" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEz">Tacoma transit bus crashes into front yard</a></li><li><a title="Woman arrested for allegedly pepper-spraying mom, child at Pike Place" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODE0">Woman arrested for allegedly pepper-spraying mom, child at Pike Place</a></li><li><a title="Dave Losso (@davelosso) on Twitter" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODE1">Dave Losso (@davelosso) on Twitter</a></li><li><a title="The Official Site of Portland’s Pearl District " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjE4">The Official Site of Portland’s Pearl District </a></li><li><a title="Washington Man Drives SUV Into A River To Fill Its Radiator" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjE5">Washington Man Drives SUV Into A River To Fill Its Radiator</a></li><li><a title="Nude man stabs second nude man on Seattle sidewalk" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjIw">Nude man stabs second nude man on Seattle sidewalk</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Comedian Dave Losso joins Justin and Scott on this episode.  Recently relocated to the PNW, Dave is originally from Chicago and has been all over the country headlining comedy shows.  Labeled “a joke machine” by Savage Henry Magazine, he’s worked with such acts as Kyle Kinane, Ari Shaffir, Sean Patton, Johnny Pemberton, Josh Fadem, and Adam Clayton-Holland.  His debut album is out now; you can find it on Vimeo: <a href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper" rel="nofollow">https://vimeo.com/ondemand/carelesswhisper</a>.</p>

<p>02:12 – Justin expresses how much he misses Brogan, shares the story of Brogan getting lost looking for Chipotle, and Dave talks about the recent special he recorded.  He talks about the venue he recorded it at, Justin talks about what old Malarkeys turned into and the Tacoma drama around the Tacoma Baking Company.  Scott talks about the new self-serve beer bar in Tacoma, Dave talks about doing radio in Florida while enjoying White Claw, and the story behind the nickname The Hot Dog Guy.</p>

<p>18:37 - Dave shares how long he’s been doing stand-up, when he started doing out-of-town shows and compares the crowds of Chicago and Milwaukee.  He talks about what kicked off him traveling around the country, DIY touring, and opening for Ari Shaffir.  He talks about getting back out post-Covid, they jump into Scott Topics, and Dave reflects on his mushroom experience.  Justin talks about the most ridiculous time he had on shrooms, Dave suggests excellent movies to watch during the trip, and podcast ideas.</p>

<p>39:10 – Justin talks about the fantastic treats their friend Billy has shared with them in the past, the Dope Show that Tyler Smith and Dave talk about the Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober show in New Orleans.  He gives his review on The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers Movie, Justin talks about educating the youth on 90’s rock and shares the history of The Union Club with Dave.  Justin dives into Is It Tacoma, they discuss which article they think is from Tacoma, and Justin reveals which one it is.</p>

<p>62:50 – Dave shares where people can find him online, places he’ll be performing at, and explains how frogs are great helpers in the garden.  He talks about the crazy group he created on Facebook, where people can get his new album and the hardcore band he was in 15 years ago.  He talks about being excited to get back on the road next month, what he enjoyed about doing comedy in Orlando, and the creation of the town Notre Dame, Indiana.</p>

<p>Thanks, Dave, for hanging out and the outstanding conversation</p><p>Special Guest: Dave Losso.</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="Watch Dave Losso: A Careless Whisper Of A Man Online " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODA5">Watch Dave Losso: A Careless Whisper Of A Man Online </a> &mdash; He’s been taken for a strip club DJ, introduced professionally as a “huge hot dog man,” and assumed computer-competent by a major U.S. corporation.</li><li><a title="Dave Losso: Genius on Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEw">Dave Losso: Genius on Facebook</a></li><li><a title="Magic Mushroom Map" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEx">Magic Mushroom Map</a> &mdash; Predicts where and when liberty caps (Psilocybe semilanceata) are likely to grow based on habitat and recent weather conditions.</li><li><a title="Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober on Facebook" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEy">Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober on Facebook</a> &mdash; Stoned vs Drunk vs Sober is a stand-up comedy competition currently running in Austin, TX; Lafayette, LA; New Orleans, LA.</li><li><a title="Tacoma transit bus crashes into front yard" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODEz">Tacoma transit bus crashes into front yard</a></li><li><a title="Woman arrested for allegedly pepper-spraying mom, child at Pike Place" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODE0">Woman arrested for allegedly pepper-spraying mom, child at Pike Place</a></li><li><a title="Dave Losso (@davelosso) on Twitter" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTEzODE1">Dave Losso (@davelosso) on Twitter</a></li><li><a title="The Official Site of Portland’s Pearl District " rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjE4">The Official Site of Portland’s Pearl District </a></li><li><a title="Washington Man Drives SUV Into A River To Fill Its Radiator" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjE5">Washington Man Drives SUV Into A River To Fill Its Radiator</a></li><li><a title="Nude man stabs second nude man on Seattle sidewalk" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTE0MjIw">Nude man stabs second nude man on Seattle sidewalk</a></li></ul>]]>
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