01:04 - Justin welcomes listeners to the episode, Scott expresses the great time they had at the convention, and how much the event grew from last year. They talk about their newfound love of freeze-dried candy, how they ended up connecting with the owner, and their favorites of the candy. Justin gives a shout-out to the Patrons who stopped by, author C.M. Kane talks about the type of novels she writes, and talks about the type of fiction she writes.

19:03 – C.M. talks about her love of baseball, the types of characters in her books, and how her stories evolve. Justin Hunt talks about his newest creation, how listeners can support his Kickstarter, and the historical content throughout the book. He talks about what he also has coming up, the backstory of the name, and the creation story behind the demon character.

39:40 – Justin H talks about him and his wife being super interactive with their backers, Justin expresses his love of Kickstarter, and what they love about the Grit City Comic Show. He recommends other local comic shows people should check out, the merch they had for sale, and they chat with Keith from Die Cut Stickers. Keith explains how heat can change the nature of the sticker surface and his transition into social media.

60:17 – Scott talks about what he loves about conventions, Keith talks about the haps at Die Cut Stickers, and they talk about places outside of the US they’d love to visit. The guys share places around the world where GCP stickers have been posted, Keith talks about places they test out the product, and invites the crew to stop by and check out their setup.

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• Art of Justin Hunt (@artofjustinhunt) • Instagram photos and videos — Comic book artist (Coffin Comics, Codex Entertainment, Big Dog Ink, Marvel, Sourcepoint Comics, Mythos Comics Group, Counterpoint Comics, and more)
• Annabelle: Traversing Deeper Part 2 of 4 by Dark Space Studio — Kickstarter — Continuing the thrilling adventure with Annabelle, Adam, and Luke. And yes, dragons are still very real and not friendly at all.
• Mog Park (@mogpark) • Instagram photos and videos — Freelance traditional artist, illustration, sequential pages, covers, concept design www.facebook.com/Art-de-Mog-Park-105784578567894
• NinjaWitch Book 1: Fire & Shadows by Justin Hunt — Kickstarter — Follow NinjaWitch as she battles the Jaganatti and other evils of the world in this NEW supernatural action-packed adventure!
• CM Kane (@authorcmkane) • Instagram photos and videos
• Amazon.com: CM Kane: books, biography, latest update — Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, CM Kane was fed a steady diet of sports, particularly baseball. Having this love of the game instilled in her at an early age, she found that nothing was better than getting lost in the game. Storytelling was another gift that was encouraged in her youth, and she’s taking to the written word to explore a new aspect to the game she loves.

01:43 – Jeff reveals the word of the day, Justin gives props to the supporters that have listened to every episode, and throws a shout-out to the Patrons. Scott talks about the hidden benefits of having Patreon support and Jeff talks about his respect for one of their sponsors, Die Cut Stickers. They reflect on recording back in the day at Malarkey's, Scott talks about having a New Years Eve party there, and being sponsored by Uber back in the day.

19:50 – They shout-out to Brogan's original place, Wizards Keep Games, and his current business, Cosmic Bottles, and encourage listeners to stop by and say hi to him. Justin talks about making the commercial for the Great Washington ShakeOut, shares the history behind The Union Club in Tacoma, and how it's evolved over the years.

39:38 – Justin reflects on their almost astronaut guest, Jeff talks about the extraordinary work The Coffee Oasis does, and Justin talks about discovering THC Sriracha. Scott shares the news that cannabis bases businesses can now work with banks, Justin thanks history friend of the podcast, Steve Dunkelberger, and they talk about plans to have the DC253 guys back on.

59:13 – Justin gives props to real estate friend Byron Pullen, reflects on having Clownvis Presley on the podcast, and talks about the alternative sports teams they've had on. The talk about having the boxer on, Justin talks about his visit to the Lunar Festival, and his love of having his friend Derek on. Jeff mentions guest Streetball Sup and him dropping the announcement while on the episode of getting a hatchet to the neck.

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• The Great Washington ShakeOut - Get Ready! — This year's International ShakeOut Day is October 20, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!
• Union Club Tacoma - Union Club Tacoma — The Union Club is a mixed-use project contributing to Tacoma’s growing artistic and entrepreneurial community.
• KenzoFKC – I make stuff. — When not preserving the historic structures of Washington State’s Capitol Campus I make movies, write novels, draw comic books, play guitar, build things with my hands, play D&D, drink booze and contemplate the futility of existence.
• Restoring Community Since 1997 - The Coffee Oasis — The Coffee Oasis is a faith-based non-profit organization that exists to create pathways of opportunity for youth to be restored in heart, soul, mind, and body.
• Buddy Boy Farm
• Steve's Drunk History: Tacoma Edition | Facebook
• DC253
• Destiny City Comics — Tacoma’s Unapologetically Black & LGBTQ Friendly Comic Shop
• Shroom Brothers

02:05 – Brogan talks about Cosmic Bottles being closed due to snow, Justin takes a step back in time when him and Brogan drove his grandmas Z28, and snow starting this morning. Justin talks about the crazy animal wars in his backyard, Jeff talks about the bone-chilling cold for the day, and Scott talks about the trains still going during snowmageddon. Justin talks about GCP’s holiday special, the responses they got from the bands they played on the last episode, and the video games he’s been playing.

19:39 – They talk about how far off we are from having our own Skyrim type of virtual environment, Jeff talks about web pages that are out there designed already for V.R., and they each talk about their holiday. Scott talks about the benefits of having an adult child, Jeff talks about how his Christmas went, and Brogan talks about his upcoming trip to Disney Land. He shares what he got for Christmas, Scott talks about the guy in downtown Seattle with the open sign, and the importance of having a third place.

41:04 – Brogan talks about crossfading the last night, Justin gives a shout-out to their GCP listeners, and gives special shout-outs to the amazing people that support the podcast through Patreon. He thanks the companies that are friends of GCP, the history behind Union Club, and gives a big shout-out to Diecut Stickers. They talk about the love for Mary Mart, talk about Buddy Boy Farms, and Brogan talks about the different cannabis shops near his business.

62:19 – They play a part of their past episode with Streetball Supe, give thanks to all of their wives in support of Grit City Podcast, and discuss dab rips. Justin gives a couple of additional shout-outs, Scott talks about his excitement to get guests on, and the local scooter place that’s opening in Tacoma. Brogan gives recommendations on having open tabs at strip clubs, they talk about the 43 new breweries that have opened in Washing the past year, and each share what guests so far have been their favorite.

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• Union Club Tacoma — TACOMA’S PREMIER CREATIVE COMMUNITY FOR COWORKING & EVENTS
• The Grit City Podcast: Streetball Supe
• The Pine Cone Cafe in UP has new owners who will be familiar to locals - Dine Pierce County — The Pine Cone Cafe in University Place is here to stay. 
• Inclement Weather - City of Tacoma — Crews for the City of Tacoma’s Street Operations Division will continue to clear primary snow routes until which time they can clear one lane in each direction.
• 43 Breweries Opened in Washington
• The Grit City Podcast: Tacoma Sirens

02:14 – Justin talks about the enormous amount of turkey he had leftover from Thanksgiving, Jeff talks about their realtor dropping a pie for them to enjoy, and Justin shares his love of the sweet potato pie. He talks about Thanksgiving being low-key, reads off some of the top responses to the Reddit post What Was Your Thanksgiving Drama this year, and reflects on the first Thanksgiving dinner he had at his house. He talks about smoking the turkeys this year, the recent shootings at the Tacoma Mall, and shares how people can find the GCP Discord link.

15:33 – Brogan joins the show, shares how his Thanksgiving went, and wishes listener Ceezer Happy Birthday. Justin talks about plans for styling his har, Scott gives suggestions on the new style Justin should go with, and Brogan talks about the happs at Cosmic Bottles. They ask if a taco is a hot dog, Justin gives his reviews on a no crust apple pie, and they talk about finding gifs online. Justin reviews updates on the shooting and where listeners can also get live updates on what’s going on in the area.

32:07 – Jeff talks about the homeless people in Seattle howling at the full moon, Scott talks about his company offering the ability for employees to get escorted by security to their car, and Justin talks about Little Radio opening back up. They talk about various businesses closing in the area due to Covid, Justin kicks off Is It Tacoma, and reads off the first article. He talks about the past floodings in downtown Tacoma, announces the stabbing of someone at the Safeway in the area, and the guys each guess which article is from Tacoma.

46:28 – Justin reveals which of the articles is from Tacoma, talks about his new squirrel friend, and bonding with it recently. He talks about understanding the risks of doing so, the squirrel bringing more friends, and the little sanctuary he has at his house. He reflects on his past cat catching a bird and bringing it to him, Eric gives a shout-out to Elegant Octopus Games, and they give special thanks to the new Patrons.

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• Little Radio on Facebook — The rumors are true! After a bit of a break we are ready to get back to business!
• Man who admitted to 6 arsons in Tacoma thought it would be 'cool and fun' — Police arrested a man accused of six arsons in Tacoma who told investigators he started the fires because he was bored and thought it would be "cool and fun."
• Burlington police say racing car flipped over, slid for 3 blocks – KIRO 7 News Seattle — Burlington police officers said racing caused a car to flip onto its roof and then slide for three blocks Thursday night.
• Two pre-teens rescued after getting sucked into storm drain – KIRO 7 News Seattle — Two pre-teens in Federal Way had to be rescued from a storm drain Thursday.

00:32 – The show kicks off with the guys talking about the recent bobcat attack in the news, Jeff questions if he chose the right slogan for his Founders Mug, and Justin talks about this week’s 4/20 deals at Mary Mart. They talk about enjoying the beautiful weather, Justin talks about his adventures with fixing his lawnmower, and they kick off Scott Topics.

19:14 – Justin comments on their plan to check out Buddy Boy Farm in July, Scott talks about deer eating meat, and Justin shares his plan for a metal Disney princess band called Cannibal Bambi. He tells listeners where they can go to listen to GCP record live, Jeff plays the bobcat video, and Scott talks about Elon Musk buying out the houses in his neighborhood. He shares what he’s drinking, his least favorite day of the week, and Justin dives into the Jeff’s capades.

37:40 – Jeff ponders on if there’s a support group for people being cat fished, Justin poses a question to the group on if they think in pictures or in a stream of consciousness, and they talk about the weird shows that Fox had back in the day. Justin talks about his internal jukebox, jumps into Is It Tacoma, and talks about growing up on Dukes of Hazard.

58:44 – Jeff shares the video of the driver that jumps a draw bridge in Daytona Beach, they talk of Too Booty Too Furious plans, and plans for making a Tour Washington episode. Justin talks about putt-putt courses in the area, plans to put together a putt-putt league, and the competition behind bowling. They close out the show talking about Jeff’s newest GCP part and Jeff talks about his upcoming designs.

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• N.C. man throws rabid bobcat after it attacks wife in wild video
• Mary Mart Dispensary Deals
• MIT Scientists Create Eerie Music By Turning Spider Webs Into Virtual Instrument
• Woman hurt after reckless driver sends big red ball rolling outside Tacoma Target store.
• Driver jumps Daytona Beach drawbridge
• Parkland Putters on Facebook

01:35 – Justin shares why Brogan is not joining them this week, pics Brogan sent over of the van with the painting of a cityscape, and the fun things he has found around Port Townsend. He talks about the Steam Punk Festival in Port Townsend, they talk about their visit to Ocean Shores, and their plans for talking with the Streetbeefs Scrapyard manager next week. They talk about the fights they watched at the most recent Scrapyard event, recommends listeners to join the GCP Discord Channel, and their plans for listeners being able to join them live.

15:26 – Conversation goes to how they’re trying to keep the shows safe while Covid has been ramping up again, Justin shares the new Cider place in Puyallup, and plans for Rusty to do some work on his house to change the garage into a room. He talks about the types of cider available at the new Puyallup shop, his want to be able to safely drink with his friends, and Scott shares the impact drinking has on him as he gets older. Justin gives props to Jeff for the artwork he has been doing for GCP, Scott shares how listeners can get the new Halloween shirts, and Justin talks about his plans to work with Die Cut Stickers again.

30:04 – They talk about how important sharing groups like community gardens, food pantries, and Tool Library are, the importance of planning a garden during the winter, and the ideas Food Is Free gives supporters for growing gardens in the city. Justin shares Safe Street Campaigns upcoming plans, the disparity between the North End and East Side of Tacoma, and Scott talks about how he knows when Pierce County is on Cops. Justin shares his favorite pastime in Tacoma, Scott talks about the great Washington videos on the YouTube channel Real World Police, and Jeff discusses the popular Pasco family videos also on Real World Police.

52:27 – Jeff talks about party planning for his parents 50th anniversary, places he and his wife have been lately to eat, and Justin gives props to Meat Loaf Mondays at Loose Wheel. They talk on their love of breakfast at The Valley, other places around the PNW that are on the top of the list to go for breakfast, and Jeff wishes his son a Happy Birthday. He shares memories of driving when living in Florida, Justin shares what happened when ordering a quad shot there, and what he loved about the state.

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• Enjoy Port Townsend
• Brass Screw – A Steampunk Hootenanny
• Fierce County Cider — Visit our Tasting Room in Puyallup!
• Washington Homebrewers Association — This organization and site is devoted to promoting and coordinating the homebrewing movement in Washington. 
• Screaming8 on Instagram
• GCP - Food Is Free Tacoma Episode
• Harvest Pierce County — The 2020 Fruit Tree Education Series will now be online!
• Community Gardens - City of Tacoma
• Safe Streets Campaign on Facebook — During the past 30 years, Safe Streets Campaign has partnered with local organizations, community members and local government to put tools and relationships in the hands of community members to drive change.
• Pierce County Scanner App on Google — Scanner Live Stream
• Real World Police on YouTube
• BD Local on Facebook — Podcast Network Podcast Recording Marketing Studio Recording Live streaming
• The Peace Bus with Kwabi on Instagram — The Peace Bus with Kwabi

2:38 – Ejay shares how he found the podcast, he talks about when he started the Instagram page @Tacoma_WA, and Justin talks about growing up in Tacoma. Ejay gives the guys his perspective on Tacoma’s changes over the years, they talk about the cost of living in Seattle vs Tacoma, and they give props to the residents of Tacoma. He shares how the Tacoma community embraced his page, his favorite places in the area, and Justin talks about the recent revamp of Point Defiance Zoo.

18:38 - Scott shares his love for the state parks in the PNW area, Justin shares his story of getting into a fight with a family of raccoons, and talks about the American Lake in Lakewood. He reflects on being taught to swim at Lake Wapato, Ejay talks about starting the Tacoma Run Club, and Justin talks about getting involved in the community. Ejay tells the guys about the positive influence that was created with the run club, his love of taking on challenges, and Justin discusses what Tacoma has to offer outside the drinking scene.

37:17 – Ejay shares how him and Daniel started Diecutstickers, answers their questions on what it was like being a garbage man, including the coolest thing he found in the garbage, and how’s it’s something that everyone should try once. Justin shares a dreadful garbage man story from his childhood, Ejay tells how people can contact Diecutstickers, and the content approval process they go through on each order that comes in.

51:34 – The guys talk about having a podcast battle royal, underground wrestling in the PNW, and how wrestling in the area has blown up over the past few years. Ejay shares where people can find Diecutstickers online, Justin expresses how fans can support the podcast, and Brogan shares what the term ‘twamp’ means. The show ends with Scott sharing how smart octopuses are and they give props to Brogan for the food he made for the show.

Thanks to Ejay for joining the guys for a great conversation and the amazing things you bring to the community!

Special Guest: Ejay O'Donnell.

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