Grit Glitter public
[search 0]
More
Download the App!
show episodes
 
Artwork

1
The Resiliency Project

theresiliencyprojectnola

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Weekly
 
Handling life with grit and grace and some sass. Welcome to ”The Resilience Project,” where your host, Annie, starts it all with the question: Can you run out of resilience? Each episode unpacks the art of bouncing back, turning scars into superpowers, and stress into strategies. Whether you’re wrestling with a job loss, navigating grief and heartbreak, or just tired of the same old grind, this is your sanctuary for finding strength. Join Annie and a vibrant cast of characters from all walks ...
  continue reading
 
From Prince’s vocal personas to Beyoncé and Britney’s feminist takes on sexy cyborgs, many social revolutions have started in the recording studio. Host Sasha Geffen, music critic and author of ‘Glitter Up the Dark,’ digs beneath the grit and the glamour to reveal how pop stars have re-shaped gender through music, blazing a trail for those who refuse to be categorized. Hear music from the show and more on the Shattering Gleam Official Playlist at https://pandora.app.link/ShatteringGleamPlaylist.
  continue reading
 
In 2015, we shared our first dance at Cooter Brown Saloon. Six months later, we got married in Botswana, moved to Australia, then moved to California. Two years ago, we decided to grow some roots and bought a rough property in Concan, Texas. With a little bit of glitter, and a whole lot of grit, we flipped it around and turned it into The Inn Between; A tiny home glampsite near the Frio River. We are continually in awe of our guests, and their stories of love, loss, triumph, personal growth, ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
The Curse of Strictly

Marc Haynes & Julia Raeside

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
You've heard of the Strictly curse. Well, now it's time to hear The Curse of Strictly! Join the Guardian's Julia Raeside and Marc Haynes (host of Wrestle Me! and The The One Show Show podcast) as they take you and their special guests for a frantic waltz through the new series of the BBC's family spectacular Strictly Come Dancing. With all the freedom that unofficial status brings, they'll be taking to the dancefloor twice a week to sift the grit from the glitter on the nation's favourite te ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Running Times

Michael Gagliardi

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
On this episode of Running Times, Gagz is joined in studio by friend and listener favorite, Eddie Gieda, along with ultrarunner and bearded wiseman, Michael Koehler. The trio dissect the cosmic forces that brought them together and ultimately led them to partake in the Howl Ultrarun, a 93-mile spiritual odyssey through NJ & NYC that celebrated the life and legacy of American poet and counterculture icon, Allen Ginsberg. Later in the conversation, Gagz updates the listeners with a few announc ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Em is joined by returning guest Scarlett Harris to discuss Margo's Got Money Troubles, the newest novel from American writer Rufi Thorpe. In the book, Margo is a 20-year-old unemployed single mother who decides to start an OnlyFans using advice from her retired pro wrestler father. Plus: Dear Ziggy with Ziggy Haim on how non-wrestlers can get a sta…
  continue reading
 
Harley, Em, and returning guest Laz discuss the women's action at ROH Death Before Dishonor including the case for Athena being the best wrestler going today, Leyla Hirsch and Diamanté showing out, who's possibly in line for a shot at Final Battle, and whether the women's division could survive Athena getting called up to AEW. Plus: Dear Ziggy with…
  continue reading
 
Em, Harley, and Mayydayy talk the knockouts of TNA Slammiversary including Jordynne Grash vs. Ash By Elegance in a standout performance, what's next for the tag division, which NXT wrestlers they'd like to see in TNA, and who could possibly challenge Grace at Bound For Glory, our next and biggest pay-per-view of the year. Plus: Dear Ziggy with Zigg…
  continue reading
 
In an era when so many of the tag teams in the top companies are two directionless singles wrestlers slapped together, where are the real team teams at? That's the assignment Harley and Em gave to The Glitterati. Lindsay, Don, Val, and Mayydayy returned with four of their top picks featuring matches from Las Cochinas, King Bees, The Goons Of The Sc…
  continue reading
 
Hi folks, and welcome back to the Resiliency Project where we have another one of my favorite episodes of Resilience Royalty. I'm your host, Annie, and you know I like to bring you inspiring stories of people that give us a little inspiration for our own resilience journey. All right, so buckle up, because what I'm about to tell you is the tale of …
  continue reading
 
Hey there, Resilient Souls. Welcome back to the Resiliency Project. Last episode, we explored the big question: what makes one person get up and another give up? Spoiler alert, you can't run out of resilience. But it sure can feel like you have. This episode delves into the dynamic nature of resilience, likening it to a rubber band that stretches, …
  continue reading
 
Welcome back to the Resiliency Project! In this episode, we explore the intriguing question: If you can't run out of resilience, does this mean resilience is a choice? I'm your host, Annie, and we're diving deep into this complex topic. We revisit the idea that resilience isn't just a simple, on-demand trait. It's dynamic, like a rubber band that s…
  continue reading
 
Harley is joined by first-time G&G guest Megan Ambers to discuss the women of NXT Heatwave. Harley was live in the building to see hometown faves Arianna Grace & Karmen Petrovic in tag action, Kelani Jordan and Sol Ruca show out, and former G&G guest Roxanne Perez remain champion. Plus: Em is joined by Brian Bell to discuss The Life Of... DARK Shei…
  continue reading
 
For its 20th anniversary, Harley and Don revisit IWA Mid-South's Volcano Girls, a landmark show in the history of American women's wrestling. On May 30, 2004 Dave Prazak booked Becky Bayless, Traci Brooks, Lexie Fyfe, Daizee Haze, Mickie Knuckles, Lacey, Mercedes Martinez, MsChif, Rain, and Sumie Sakai in a one-night tournament to crown the first I…
  continue reading
 
On our 250th episode, it's the premiere of our new game show, Gimme Brains! Harley hosts as Em, Lindsay, and stand-up comedian Zach Funk compete to answer women's wrestling trivia questions in categories like Monster Of The Weak, Here Comes The Bride, and That's A Shoot with the winner walking away with fabulous prizes. Who will make history as the…
  continue reading
 
Our first segment of Resiliency Royalty, where we tell the story of an inspiring, resilient person that inspires. In this episode, we tell the story of one resilient widow, the Veuve Clicquot, also known as Barb Nicole. She survived the French Revolution, lived through the Napoleonic Wars, became a widow with a child. None of this stopped her from …
  continue reading
 
This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew, Alden Roth and John Castellaneta, who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. T…
  continue reading
 
This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew, Alden Roth and John Castellaneta, who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. T…
  continue reading
 
This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. Listeners will hear from his crew, Alden Roth and John Castellaneta, who will provide updates and color commentary over the next few days while Gagz is running. A…
  continue reading
 
It's the return of G&G Film Club as Em and Lindsay watch the 1968 lucha libre film The Batwoman! When luchadors begin disappearing en masse, mild-mannered socialite/luchadora/crimefighter Batwoman is on the case. It's a trail that leads her to Dr. Eric Williams and his nefarious plot to... do something with the pineal gland... that results in him c…
  continue reading
 
This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. In the second installment, Gagz begins his 72-hour race. With hiccups in the first few hours, he was able to settle into a groove and knock down some miles. After…
  continue reading
 
This week, "Running Times with Gagz" will be remotely releasing a mini-series, "Showdown in the Dome", from Milwaukee, Wisconsin as Gagz runs his first 72-hour race at 6 Days in the Dome. In this first episode, recorded just 14 hours before Gagz will toe the starting line, listeners can get a preview of the race format and Gagz's plans, mindset, an…
  continue reading
 
Two days out from the biggest show in Enjoy Wrestling history, Harley, Em, & Don preview the Immaculate card and make their predictions. Who will face Sonny Kiss for the vacant Enjoy Championship? Which of the four teams will walk out with the tag titles? How screwed is David Lawless when he's locked in a steel cage with Mr. Grim? Plus: last-minute…
  continue reading
 
Welcome to the first episode of The Resiliency Project! In this premiere, join Annie as she dives into a question that has been a cornerstone of her life: Can you run out of resilience? From the heart of New Orleans, Annie blends wisdom, wit, sass, and spice to explore the depths of resilience. In this episode, you'll hear personal stories that hit…
  continue reading
 
Harley is joined by debuting guests Jasmine and Courtney to dive into the women's action at NXT Battleground. They discuss Jordynne Grace taking a clean pin, Tatum Paxley trying to steal the TNA Knockouts title, Kelani Jordan becoming the first North American champion, Shayna Baszler losing to Lola Vice, who's next for Roxanne Perez, and the next s…
  continue reading
 
Pride 2024 kicks off with Harley asking 20 Questions to trans Tennessee wrestler Sigrid, Daughter of Tyr! Sigrid discusses wrestling at Effy's Big Gay Brunch, learning to trust through wrestling, and what she'd buy if she won the lottery. Plus: Dear Ziggy with Ziggy Haim giving advice on how to care for goldendoodle puppies.…
  continue reading
 
Harley and Em talk all the women's action at AEW Double Or Nothing including Mercedes Moné winning the TV title, Kris Statlander turning on Willow Nightingale, the crowd turning on Serena Deeb, big reactions for Deonna Purrazzo and Thunder Rosa, and the continued struggle for TV time. Plus: Dear Ziggy with Ziggy Haim on keeping older dogs active. A…
  continue reading
 
Harley is joined by returning guest Kristen Ashly and first-time guest Adriana to discuss the debut show from new joshi promotion Marigold! Fields Forever saw Rossy Ogawa's first show since leaving Stardom and they discuss all the matches including thoughts on Bozilla, who will be in the title pictures, differences between Stardom and Marigold, and…
  continue reading
 
Em talks to labor and heavy metal journalist Kim Kelly about her new wrestling fandom, attending Joey Janela's Clusterfuck Forever in person, and her article for The Nation: "The Glorious Proletarian Theater Of Pro Wrestling." Plus: another installment of Dear Ziggy sees Ziggy Haim giving tips to maintain bright hair colors! And Harley and Em answe…
  continue reading
 
It's the special premiere of two brand-new recurring G&G segments! 20 Questions sees people answer a 20-point questionnaire covering topics ranging from wrestling to music to day jobs to hopes and fears. To test out the new segment, Em and Harley put themselves to the test. Plus: it's the debut of our new advice column, Dear Ziggy! Every week Ziggy…
  continue reading
 
Derek Lacey is a life coach who focuses on insomnia and how it affects one's relationship with food and the environment. For more information on his work and services, visit: Website: Dereklaceycoaching.com FB- https://www.facebook.com/thelifecoachforinsomniacs IG - https://www.instagram.com/thelifecoachforinsomniacs/ SHORT BIO Derek Lacey shares h…
  continue reading
 
It was a double-header weekend of women's wrestling from two of the big three. Harley, Em, and Mayydayy discuss the Knockouts action at TNA Rebellion including Jordynne Grace and Steph De Lander being overrun by a bunch of men, Decay's greatest hits tour, the disappearance of Killer Kelly, and the slow build of Ash By Elegance. Then: Em and Harley …
  continue reading
 
On the season 12 premiere of Grit & Glitter, it's the 2024 women's wrestling draft! This year Harley and Em are joined by Tess Schmucker (Women's Wrestling Watch) and Meg James (Gravy Bowl) to compete to draft their own rosters, drawing wrestlers and broadcasters of marginalized genders from WWE, AEW, TNA, Japan, and the indies with each of them tr…
  continue reading
 
On our season 11 finale, The Glitterati take Philadelphia! Harley, Em, Don, Lindsay, Mayydayy, and Val Pancakes all descended upon the city of brotherly love for a WrestleMania-less WrestleMania weekend. With the aid of Lindsay's cousin (and brand-new wrestling fan) Rebekah and friend of the show Laz, they discuss their personal highlights from sho…
  continue reading
 
Episode 33: Being In The Shadow with Eclipse Chaser Dr. Kate Russo Dr. Kate Russo (Pronounced Roo-so) - Author | Psychologist | Eclipse Chaser Founder, Being in the Shadow Only Australian member of the American Astronomical Society (AAS) Solar Eclipse Task Force For more information : Email: kate@beingintheshadow.com FB-@Beingintheshadow Website- h…
  continue reading
 
Harley talks to PWI editor-in-chief Kevin McElvaney about running his first show, this Saturday's ThrashElvania. They discuss surprises found in running your first show, raising funds for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, and putting together matches like Shazza McKenzie vs. Delmi Exo, Rhio vs. Hyan, and Laynie Luck & GPA vs. Brandon & Kasey Kirk …
  continue reading
 
Harley, Lindsay, and Don cover Kanpai, the second(?) show from American joshi promotion Kitsune Women's Wrestling. Unagi Sayaka vs. Janai Kai for the Kitsune Championship! Jordynne Grace vs. Yuu! 26 other women in 7 other matches! Plus: The Glitterati are heading to Philadelphia for a WrestleMania-less WrestleMania weekend. *insert Michael Scott it…
  continue reading
 
Harley & Em are joined by very special guest Edith Surreal to present the ninth installment in their series "Living Legends." With this series, we strive to present a definitive look at the lives and careers of some of your favorite wrestlers. Where did they come from? How did they get to where they are today? And why are they so beloved? This time…
  continue reading
 
Lindsay and Mayydayy travel to the sacred purple mat of WOW Superheroes to talk to two members of Team Exile! Genesis (Selena O'Sullivan) and Exodus (KZT) discuss how they came to WOW, finding their characters, forming Team Exile, and advancing to the semi-finals of the ongoing trios tournament with their new protégé, Ice Cold.…
  continue reading
 
Harley is joined by returning friends Kristen Ashly and Mr. Warren Hayes to discuss the women's action at AEW Revolution! Does the character work of "Timeless" Toni Storm hinder her ability to wrestle to her full potential? Where does Deonna Purrazzo go from here? What are Stokely Hathaway's intentions? Could increasing the number of pay-per-views …
  continue reading
 
Two months into 2024, Em is joined by Glitterati members Don and Val Pancakes to put together a scouting report on potential breakout stars to keep an eye on as the rest of the year unfolds. Gabby Forza! Rebecca J. Scott! Brittnie Brooks! Sigrid, Daughter of Tyr! And more. Get in with us at the ground floor on some of the next great wrestlers.…
  continue reading
 
Still reeling from the Janel Grant and Ashley Massaro revelations, Harley and Em turn to their Patreon podcast Women's Wrestling Entertainment. Over 11 episodes, they've traced the history of women in WWE from the very beginning. This week we present an abridged version of those first 30 years (1963-1993). The monstrous legacy of The Fabulous Moola…
  continue reading
 
Don talks to Missy Sampson of the Monster Factory, a 25+ year veteran of the wrestling business who is taking her wrestling and training experience to a new level with her brand new, all-women's promotion Belle 2 Bell. Debuting this March, B2B promises exciting, dynamic match-ups between women talent both well-established and up and coming. Don and…
  continue reading
 
In the aftermath of more disgusting Vince McMahon revelations, we continue to spotlight the power of women in wrestling. Em and Don cover Effy's Big Gay Brunch 8 including BUSSY vs. MxM, Sawyer Wreck vs. Lindsay Snow, and the wrath of Parrow. Then: Harley and Jacqui discuss the women's Royal Rumble match including Bayley winning, Jade Cargill debut…
  continue reading
 
Grit & Glitter Wrestling proudly presents the first-ever Royal Grumble! Harley, Em, and friend of the show Brian Bell each hired their own personal cadre of independent wrestlers to compete in a 20-woman, over the top rope battle royal. The winner walks away with some sort of cup-shaped prize. Who will walk through the curtain when the buzzer goes …
  continue reading
 
Harley, Em, and Mayydayy cover the re-rebranding of TNA Wrestling! Going down like a cold glass of New Coke, they were Hard To Kill and we talk it all - Dana Brooke arrives, Trinity departs?, the Death Dollz re-Decay, Xia Brookside and Dani Luna sign, MK Ultra get squashed, Mickie James is nowhere to be found, and Jordynne Grace capitalizes on Deon…
  continue reading
 
Harley & Em present the eighth installment in their series "Living Legends." With this series, we strive to present a definitive look at the lives and careers of some of your favorite active independent wrestlers. Where did they come from? How did they get to where they are today? And why are they so beloved? This time: it’s Madison Eagles! From ta…
  continue reading
 
Harley and Em are joined by friend of the show Laz to kick off 2024! They check in on last year's wrestling resolutions to see if they passed or failed, make new wrestolutions for this year, and discuss the year in women's wrestling to come. Who will win the Royal Rumble? Could Mercedes Moné appear in TNA? Will women ever get two matches on an epis…
  continue reading
 
It's the fifth annual Glitter Bombs, our year-end award show honoring the best in women's wrestling! Harley, Em, and the rest of The Glitterati are joined by a crew of special guests to reveal your picks. RJ City returns as host. B3CCA performs her new Christmas single "Silent Night" live for the first time. Who was your favorite wrestler of 2023? …
  continue reading
 
It's Christmas week and Harley is joined by 2023 Glitter Bomb nominee for Future Star, "The Adventuress" Lara Frazier! They discuss the pitfalls of December birthdays, wrestling for Hoodslam, working at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, competing in the Lingerie Fighting Championship, and which Disney song most speaks to their gender identity.…
  continue reading
 
Em and Harley talk the second show from new American joshi promotion Sukeban. Arisa Nakajima vs. Unagi Sayaka to crown the first Sukeban World Champion. The debuts of Sareee and Rina Yamashita. A makeover for Konami. How can they afford all this? Is this the first wrestling promotion to get covered in Vogue? Which current promotion is Sukeban perha…
  continue reading
 
Em and Lindsay are joined by first-time guest Alex to watch the sixth episode of The Boulet Brothers' Dragula: Titans! entitled "The Ugly Ladies Of Wrestling Rematch!" They analyze a drag reality competition's take on wrestling, rate each of the queens' wrestling gimmicks and matches, and continue the ongoing G&G saga of deep-thinking about the int…
  continue reading
 
Em and Harley are joined by returning guest Shay Sawyer to discuss the women's action at AEW Full Gear including "Timeless" Toni Storm capturing the women's title, where she goes from here, Julia Hart capturing the TBS title, whether Skye Blue is actually evil or not, the increased number of AEW pay-per-views, and the absences of Britt Baker, Thund…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide