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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?  
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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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  <title>GCP: Best Of - Talking UFOs with Dan Nims, MUFON Investigator.</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This time, GCP does a throwback episode of show 152 with Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources. He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired. He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year. MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>This time, GCP does a throwback episode of show 152 with Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources. He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired. He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year. MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp;amp; research organization. Their goal is to be the inquisitive minds' refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, "Are we alone in the universe?" The Washington Chapter hosts a monthly lecture series on Zoom where anyone can ask questions and hear how MUFON of Washington State handles UFO cases.
00:24 - Justin reflects on the recording of this best of, talks about GCP ramping up this coming fall, and Jeff talks about getting out of the city to camp out.  Justin talks about his trip to Ocean Shores, getting sprinkled on while there, and gives props to Brogan and his van.  He gives a shout-out to Ocean Pores and talks about watching live 
music at Galway Bay Irish Pub.  The guys give love to Porch Fest and jump into the replay.  
 Special Guest: Dan Nims.
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<p>00:24 - Justin reflects on the recording of this best of, talks about GCP ramping up this coming fall, and Jeff talks about getting out of the city to camp out.  Justin talks about his trip to Ocean Shores, getting sprinkled on while there, and gives props to Brogan and his van.  He gives a shout-out to Ocean Pores and talks about watching live <br>
music at Galway Bay Irish Pub.  The guys give love to Porch Fest and jump into the replay.  </p><p>Special Guest: Dan Nims.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manscaped.com/products/the-performance-package-4?utm_source=gritcitypod">Manscaped</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manscaped.com/products/the-performance-package-4?utm_source=gritcitypod">MANSCAPED™​ is the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming. ​Their products are precision-engineered tools for your family jewels. 
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Inside this package, you’ll find their Lawn Mower® 4.0. trimmer, Weed Whacker ear and nose hair trimmer, Crop Preserver ball deodorant, Crop Reviver Toner, Performance Boxer Briefs, and a travel bag to hold your goodies!
Join over 8 million men worldwide who trust MANSCAPED with this exclusive offer for you... 
Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code GRITCITY at MANSCAPED.com! 

... #ad #manscapedpod #gritcity ...</a> Promo Code: gritcity</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="Galway Bay Irish Pub - Ocean Shores, WA" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcx">Galway Bay Irish Pub - Ocean Shores, WA</a></li><li><a title="THE OFFICIAL WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER MUFON - Official WA State MUFON" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcy">THE OFFICIAL WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER MUFON - Official WA State MUFON</a></li><li><a title="MUFON – Mutual UFO Network" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcz">MUFON – Mutual UFO Network</a></li><li><a title="The Grit City Podcast: Talking UFOs with Dan Nims, MUFON Investigator." rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODc0">The Grit City Podcast: Talking UFOs with Dan Nims, MUFON Investigator.</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This time, GCP does a throwback episode of show 152 with Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources. He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired. He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year. MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world&#39;s oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization. Their goal is to be the inquisitive minds&#39; refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, &quot;Are we alone in the universe?&quot; The Washington Chapter hosts a monthly lecture series on Zoom where anyone can ask questions and hear how MUFON of Washington State handles UFO cases.</p>

<p>00:24 - Justin reflects on the recording of this best of, talks about GCP ramping up this coming fall, and Jeff talks about getting out of the city to camp out.  Justin talks about his trip to Ocean Shores, getting sprinkled on while there, and gives props to Brogan and his van.  He gives a shout-out to Ocean Pores and talks about watching live <br>
music at Galway Bay Irish Pub.  The guys give love to Porch Fest and jump into the replay.  </p><p>Special Guest: Dan Nims.</p><p>Sponsored By:</p><ul><li><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manscaped.com/products/the-performance-package-4?utm_source=gritcitypod">Manscaped</a>: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.manscaped.com/products/the-performance-package-4?utm_source=gritcitypod">MANSCAPED™​ is the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming. ​Their products are precision-engineered tools for your family jewels. 
MANSCAPED’s™ Performance Package is the ultimate men's hygiene bundle!
Inside this package, you’ll find their Lawn Mower® 4.0. trimmer, Weed Whacker ear and nose hair trimmer, Crop Preserver ball deodorant, Crop Reviver Toner, Performance Boxer Briefs, and a travel bag to hold your goodies!
Join over 8 million men worldwide who trust MANSCAPED with this exclusive offer for you... 
Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code GRITCITY at MANSCAPED.com! 

... #ad #manscapedpod #gritcity ...</a> Promo Code: gritcity</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="Galway Bay Irish Pub - Ocean Shores, WA" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcx">Galway Bay Irish Pub - Ocean Shores, WA</a></li><li><a title="THE OFFICIAL WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER MUFON - Official WA State MUFON" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcy">THE OFFICIAL WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER MUFON - Official WA State MUFON</a></li><li><a title="MUFON – Mutual UFO Network" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODcz">MUFON – Mutual UFO Network</a></li><li><a title="The Grit City Podcast: Talking UFOs with Dan Nims, MUFON Investigator." rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTUzODc0">The Grit City Podcast: Talking UFOs with Dan Nims, MUFON Investigator.</a></li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This time GCP is joined by special guest Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources.   He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year.  
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  <description>This time GCP is joined by special guest Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources.  He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired.  He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year.  MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp;amp; research organization. Their goal is to be the inquisitive minds' refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, "Are we alone in the universe?"  The Washington Chapter hosts a monthly lecture series on Zoom where anyone can ask questions and hear how MUFON of Washington State handles UFO cases.
00:01 – The guys give their condolences to Kris Brannon’s, “The Sonics Guy”, family, Dan explains what MUFON is, and how it got started.  He talks about MUFON’s three primary functions, what is involved with a MUFON investigation, and ways they gather information outside of a witness’s statement.  He shares what his favorite investigation was, the amount of cases that are reported yearly to MUFON, and how he got started with the organization.
21:29 – Dan talks about the first Man in Black sighting that was actually here is Washington, shares that the MUFON Symposium’s are open to the public, and info on the one scheduled for 2021 in Las Vegas.  He talks about the advantages and disadvantages of UFO events being held virtually due to Covid, his most unbelievable investigation that ended up as a hoax, and dives deeper into how MUFON is funded.
43:06 – Dan talks about meeting Bob Lazar at a UFO conference, the most frustrating aspects of investigations, and shares the Pink Ring story.  He tells the story of the donut UFO that happened over the summer of 2020, reflects on the night testing he did as a test pilot in the Air Force, and gives Brogan a suggestion for a classic UFO pic to hang in his business.  Dan talks about one of his recent fun cases and where he feels Washington is in terms of number of UFS sightings.   
69:38 – Dan talks about where high numbers of UFO sightings have happened around the country, why the government has a great interest in UFO’s, and the most interesting things that’s happened recently in the UFO world.  He shares where people can find more information about MUFON online, webinars they hold monthly, and how people can get involved.  They close the show out talking about what to discuss the next time Dan’s in and listener cnote sharing his own UFO experience.        
Thanks Dan for taking the time out of your day for an informative conversation on MUFON and UFO's! Special Guest: Dan Nims.
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    <![CDATA[<p>This time GCP is joined by special guest Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources.  He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired.  He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year.  MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world&#39;s oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization. Their goal is to be the inquisitive minds&#39; refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, &quot;Are we alone in the universe?&quot;  The Washington Chapter hosts a monthly lecture series on Zoom where anyone can ask questions and hear how MUFON of Washington State handles UFO cases.</p>

<p>00:01 – The guys give their condolences to Kris Brannon’s, “The Sonics Guy”, family, Dan explains what MUFON is, and how it got started.  He talks about MUFON’s three primary functions, what is involved with a MUFON investigation, and ways they gather information outside of a witness’s statement.  He shares what his favorite investigation was, the amount of cases that are reported yearly to MUFON, and how he got started with the organization.</p>

<p>21:29 – Dan talks about the first Man in Black sighting that was actually here is Washington, shares that the MUFON Symposium’s are open to the public, and info on the one scheduled for 2021 in Las Vegas.  He talks about the advantages and disadvantages of UFO events being held virtually due to Covid, his most unbelievable investigation that ended up as a hoax, and dives deeper into how MUFON is funded.</p>

<p>43:06 – Dan talks about meeting Bob Lazar at a UFO conference, the most frustrating aspects of investigations, and shares the Pink Ring story.  He tells the story of the donut UFO that happened over the summer of 2020, reflects on the night testing he did as a test pilot in the Air Force, and gives Brogan a suggestion for a classic UFO pic to hang in his business.  Dan talks about one of his recent fun cases and where he feels Washington is in terms of number of UFS sightings.   </p>

<p>69:38 – Dan talks about where high numbers of UFO sightings have happened around the country, why the government has a great interest in UFO’s, and the most interesting things that’s happened recently in the UFO world.  He shares where people can find more information about MUFON online, webinars they hold monthly, and how people can get involved.  They close the show out talking about what to discuss the next time Dan’s in and listener cnote sharing his own UFO experience.        </p>

<p>Thanks Dan for taking the time out of your day for an informative conversation on MUFON and UFO&#39;s!</p><p>Special Guest: Dan Nims.</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="Loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy&#39; - Seattle Times" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTEy">Loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy' - Seattle Times</a> &mdash; The loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy,’ leaves big hole in Seattle sports fandom.</li><li><a title="MUFON Webstie" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTEz">MUFON Webstie</a> &mdash; MUFON® is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization. </li><li><a title="Bob Lazar: Area 51 &amp; Flying Saucers on Netflix" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE0">Bob Lazar: Area 51 &amp; Flying Saucers on Netflix</a> &mdash; Decades ago, Bob Lazar blew the whistle on Area 51. Now he’s back to explain the alien tech he worked with, and the government's war to shut him up.</li><li><a title="Official WA State MUFON" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE1">Official WA State MUFON</a> &mdash; Join MUFON of Washington State's February Lecture: 'Making Contact' With Rob Freeman, ​The UFO World Explorer.</li><li><a title="#grit-city-podcast on Discord" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE2">#grit-city-podcast on Discord</a> &mdash; General open channel for Grit City Podcast related conversation.  Fans, crew, guests! Everyone is invited.</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This time GCP is joined by special guest Dan Nims, the chief investigator for the Washington chapter of MUFON.  Dan is retired from the US Air Force (thank you for your service) where he started his career as a fighter pilot and test pilot, followed by advancing to Director of Test for the F-22 program and finally Director of Test Resources.  He spent his initial retirement years as a small businessman in Walla Walla and is now re-retired.  He has been a member of MUFON since 2017 and Chief Investigator since 2018. He handles on average 200 reported UFO cases per year.  MUFON is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world&#39;s oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization. Their goal is to be the inquisitive minds&#39; refuge seeking answers to that most ancient question, &quot;Are we alone in the universe?&quot;  The Washington Chapter hosts a monthly lecture series on Zoom where anyone can ask questions and hear how MUFON of Washington State handles UFO cases.</p>

<p>00:01 – The guys give their condolences to Kris Brannon’s, “The Sonics Guy”, family, Dan explains what MUFON is, and how it got started.  He talks about MUFON’s three primary functions, what is involved with a MUFON investigation, and ways they gather information outside of a witness’s statement.  He shares what his favorite investigation was, the amount of cases that are reported yearly to MUFON, and how he got started with the organization.</p>

<p>21:29 – Dan talks about the first Man in Black sighting that was actually here is Washington, shares that the MUFON Symposium’s are open to the public, and info on the one scheduled for 2021 in Las Vegas.  He talks about the advantages and disadvantages of UFO events being held virtually due to Covid, his most unbelievable investigation that ended up as a hoax, and dives deeper into how MUFON is funded.</p>

<p>43:06 – Dan talks about meeting Bob Lazar at a UFO conference, the most frustrating aspects of investigations, and shares the Pink Ring story.  He tells the story of the donut UFO that happened over the summer of 2020, reflects on the night testing he did as a test pilot in the Air Force, and gives Brogan a suggestion for a classic UFO pic to hang in his business.  Dan talks about one of his recent fun cases and where he feels Washington is in terms of number of UFS sightings.   </p>

<p>69:38 – Dan talks about where high numbers of UFO sightings have happened around the country, why the government has a great interest in UFO’s, and the most interesting things that’s happened recently in the UFO world.  He shares where people can find more information about MUFON online, webinars they hold monthly, and how people can get involved.  They close the show out talking about what to discuss the next time Dan’s in and listener cnote sharing his own UFO experience.        </p>

<p>Thanks Dan for taking the time out of your day for an informative conversation on MUFON and UFO&#39;s!</p><p>Special Guest: Dan Nims.</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="Loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy&#39; - Seattle Times" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTEy">Loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy' - Seattle Times</a> &mdash; The loss of Kris Brannon, aka ‘Sonics Guy,’ leaves big hole in Seattle sports fandom.</li><li><a title="MUFON Webstie" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTEz">MUFON Webstie</a> &mdash; MUFON® is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)3 charitable corporation and the world's oldest and largest civilian UFO investigation &amp; research organization. </li><li><a title="Bob Lazar: Area 51 &amp; Flying Saucers on Netflix" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE0">Bob Lazar: Area 51 &amp; Flying Saucers on Netflix</a> &mdash; Decades ago, Bob Lazar blew the whistle on Area 51. Now he’s back to explain the alien tech he worked with, and the government's war to shut him up.</li><li><a title="Official WA State MUFON" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE1">Official WA State MUFON</a> &mdash; Join MUFON of Washington State's February Lecture: 'Making Contact' With Rob Freeman, ​The UFO World Explorer.</li><li><a title="#grit-city-podcast on Discord" rel="nofollow" href="https://click.fireside.fm/e/MTAxMTE2">#grit-city-podcast on Discord</a> &mdash; General open channel for Grit City Podcast related conversation.  Fans, crew, guests! Everyone is invited.</li></ul>]]>
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