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The Grit City Podcast

The Grit City Podcast

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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© 2025 GCP Media Ciencias Sociales Escritos y Comentarios sobre Viajes
Episodios
  • GCP: The Scrapyard – Backyard Brawls to a YouTube Empire

    GCP: The Scrapyard – Backyard Brawls to a YouTube Empire
    Nov 12 2025
    The Grit City crew welcomes back Firechicken, the mind behind The Scrapyard — the Pacific Northwest’s biggest and most respected backyard fight organization, now closing in on one million YouTube subscribers. From humble beginnings to working with major names like Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson and YouTube phenom IShowSpeed, Firechicken shares how his grassroots fight community has become a launchpad for professional fighters — and a global phenomenon. The crew dives deep into fighter culture, safety improvements, Streetbeefs drama, viral collaborations, and what it takes to build a respectful, welcoming combat community in the backyard scene. ⏱️ Timestamped Highlight Guide 00:00 – 02:00 – Opening chaos & Firechicken joins the show 🔥 02:00 – 05:00 – Scrapyard’s viral reach & the rise of backyard MMA 📈 05:00 – 10:00 – Humble fighters, real lessons, and community over clout 🥊 10:00 – 15:00 – Scrapyard’s matchmaking system & fighter safety rules 🧠 15:00 – 20:00 – Celebrity boxing stories & wild Scrapyard moments 🌍 20:00 – 25:00 – WFC fights at Emerald Queen & 1.8M Instagram followers 💪 25:00 – 30:00 – Firechicken’s collab with IShowSpeed & viral success 🚀 30:00 – 35:00 – The Streetbeefs split and building an independent legacy ⚔️ 35:00 – 40:00 – Joe Rogan, Jake Paul & mainstream eyes on Scrapyard 👀 40:00 – 45:00 – Safety, respect & medical support for fighters 🏥 45:00 – End – What’s next for Firechicken & the future of The Scrapyard 🌟 Special Guest: Steve Hagara.
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    1 h y 3 m
  • GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Beards, Horror Cons & A Comet

    GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Beards, Horror Cons & A Comet
    Oct 30 2025
    The Grit City crew is back with laughs, stories, and Tacoma pride! This week, Jeff, Scott, and Joey talk about the Washington State Horror Con, favorite guests, local creators like Ken Carlson, and the upcoming Grit City Comic Show. The conversation swings from celebrity encounters (Elvira, Tracy Lords, Lance Henriksen) to Tacoma’s vibrant convention scene — plus, Mike joins in with a hilarious breakdown of his beard care routine, Squirrely Dan cosplay, and Halloween costume chaos. It’s everything you love about GCP: local events, nerd talk, beards, and bad jokes over good beer. ⏱️ Timestamped Highlights 00:00 – 02:00 – Cold open & crew intro 02:00 – 06:00 – Washington State Horror Con recap 🎃 06:00 – 09:00 – Celebrity sightings & Elvira talk 💀 09:00 – 13:00 – Lance Henriksen, the legend 🧠 13:00 – 16:00 – Upcoming Grit City Comic Show preview 📚 16:00 – 18:00 – Tacoma’s local artists & wrestling scene 💪 18:00 – 22:00 – Beard growing challenges & barbershop wisdom 🧔 22:00 – 26:00 – Halloween plans & Letterkenny cosplay 🍁 26:00 – End – Classic Grit City laughter and wrap-up 🍻
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    1 h y 2 m
  • GCP: Saturday Night Grit – Halloween Horror, AI Houses & Pet Costumes

    GCP: Saturday Night Grit – Halloween Horror, AI Houses & Pet Costumes
    Oct 17 2025
    It’s a spooky Saturday Night Grit as the Grit City crew dives into Halloween madness, haunted houses, and the hilarious horrors of tech life. From AI-controlled homes that talk back to you, to VR games gone wrong, and Halloween costumes that should’ve never seen the light of day — it’s chaos in true GCP fashion. There’s talk of bad candy trades, drunk trick-or-treating memories, and one unforgettable story involving a very inappropriate pumpkin carving. The crew also shares thoughts on Tacoma’s haunted spots, spooky movie favorites, and the ongoing debate of “fun scary” vs. “actually terrifying.” This one’s a blend of laughs, jump scares, and pure Grit City energy. ⏱️ Timestamped Highlight Guide 00:00 – 05:00 – Saturday night setup & Halloween banter 🎃 05:00 – 10:00 – Tacoma hauntings & ghost stories 👻 10:00 – 18:00 – AI smart homes, VR mishaps & tech gone wrong 🤖 18:00 – 25:00 – Pet costumes & the great “pumpkin disaster” 🐶🎃 25:00 – 35:00 – Candy wars: worst trades & best hauls 🍬 35:00 – 45:00 – Horror movie chat: classics, trash, and the truly disturbing 🎬 45:00 – 55:00 – Weird Halloween traditions & Tacoma nightlife stories 🌃 55:00 – End – Closing laughs, fall vibes, and one last jump scare 🍻
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    59 m
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