Best Tacoma Entertainment Podcasts (2024)

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 6: Rogue Robots! 47:43

2h ago47:43

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A band of robots attacks the gala! Can our Abnimal heroes gear up to take them on? Majestica the Dragon Rider is performed by Sarah Moore: https://www.pixiesandpins.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in this Episode: "The Heavy Thr…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon - All The Cons! Featuring The Cooper Vortex 52:46

5d ago52:46

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This time, the guys talk about the recent Washington State Horror Con, the upcoming Grit City Comic Show, the after-party plans, and they drop the second episode of The Cooper Vortex series featuring the interview with Pat and Ron, authors of The Legend of DB Cooper: Death by Natural Causes. 01:24 – Jeff welcomes GCP friend Cnote, Scott talks about…

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The Adventure Zone Versus Halloween: Live in Phoenix! 1:42:29

5d ago1:42:29

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It's Lumineaux Fright Fest, and the Dracula-slaying trio are looking for Halloween fun! Only a real murder has taken place, and they are the prime suspects. Can Phileaux, Godwin, and Mutt find the culprit among the frightening attractions and clear their names?By Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Travis McElroy, Clint McElroy

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Halloween Favorites and Top 10's with Suzanne and Derek! 1:04:47

12d ago1:04:47

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GCP friends Derek and Suzanne hang with Jeff on this episode. They chat about Drinking for Conservation‘s upcoming events, Derek’s trip to Tokyo, Halloween Costumes, favorite Halloween Candy, top scary movies, and much more! 01:17 – Jeff starts the show discussing how he and Derek met, Suzanne gives a shout-out to the next Drinking for Conservation…

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The Future of Public Schools is on the Ballot – Anne Lutz Fernandez, author of “Schooled” – 230 42:21

1d ago42:21

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In this episode, we sat down with Anne Lutz Fernandez—former investment banker, retired teacher, and co-author of Schooled—to discuss education’s role in the 2024 election. We discussed Trump’s first-term policies, Biden and Harris’s records on education, and how the next administration could shape public education going forward. Anne also talked a…

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 5: Stealing Silver! 53:50

11d ago53:50

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The Abnimals infiltrate the party just in time to catch the silver thief red-handed – or is it red-toothed when the culprit is a hungry robot? Jeff Leopard is performed by Jason Charles Miller: https://www.jasoncharlesmiller.com/ Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancou…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Getting Creative - Bonus w/ Joshua W. Turner 1:21:02

19d ago1:21:02

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On this episode the guys chat about Auto Zone, Grit City Comic Con, photomicrography, and segment guest Joshua W. Turner discusses the topic “what kind of musician are you”, what lead him to finding the type of musician he is, and the exciting news that his band We Wept are releasing their second single on October 23rd. He closed by expressing the …

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The Civil War and Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan – Professor Sherifa Zuhur – 229 37:02

19d ago37:02

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The Civil War in Sudan is arguably the worst humanitarian crisis in the world. The fight to control the government in Khartoum has reportedly claimed upwards of 150,000 lives and conditions for people on the ground are dire but the conflict rarely makes headlines in Western media. Our guest this week is Professor Sherifa Zuhur. She’s a national sec…

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 4: Theft at the Gala! 52:58

19d ago52:58

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The Abnimals take on their first mission from Carver, tracking down a silver thief at a Gala. But first, they have to figure out how to get into a party – without invitations! Special Agent Crane is performed by Aabriya Iyengar: https://www.instagram.com/quiddie Abnimals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan…

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GCP: Friday Night Hang Out - Spooky Things, Weiner Dogs, & Sports 42:54

26d ago42:54

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This week’s segment is with Erik, GCP’s Tacoma Sports expert! He discusses the haps on sports in the community and Jeff and Scott chat about Oktoberfest, Washington State Horror Convention guests, movie night, slugs, and saying goodbye to summer. 01:18 – Jeff welcomes new listeners, talks about how his week has gone, and what got him through the we…

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Tacoma Audio Voters’ Guide, Part I – Evelyn Lopez, Crossing Division and Nathe Lawver, Pierce County Labor Council – 228 49:02

20d ago49:02

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This is Part One of a Tacoma Audio Voters’ Guide. In this conversation, we talked through the Congressional races, statewide initiatives, statewide offices, Pierce County judges, and a proposed fire and safety levy for the City of Tacoma. In this episode, we were joined by Evelyn Lopez, host of Channel 253 show Crossing Division and Nathe Lawver, w…

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 3: Training Day! 1:02:03

1M ago1:02:03

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The Abnimal heroes have a job interview with one of the best of the best. Well, a job interview that involves dodging buzzsaws, sword-wielding dummies, and pushing/smushing paddles. A map of The Carvery and alt text for the map can be found here: https://bit.ly/AbnimalsMaps Spike Splosion is performed by Sandeep Parikh: https://linktr.ee/sandeeppar…

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GCP: Sunday Sermon- Oktober! Bonus - GCP Gamer talk with Derek 57:44

1M ago57:44

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On this episode, Scott and Jeff welcome new listeners and chat about Oktoberfest, horror movies, scary games, and Mount Adams's increased activity. The podcast also includes the next installment of Derek’s, aka The Sometimes Geek, Gaming series, which recommends horror games to enjoy as we approach the spooky season. 01:42 – Scott welcomes new GCP …

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 2: Museum Showdown! 1:08:02

1M ago1:08:02

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An unexpected figure appears from the shadows to fight Navy Seal, Ax-o-Lyle, and Roger Moore. With no real chance of defeating him, will they at least impress him? Krilliam performed by Paul Foxcroft: https://www.twitch.tv/questingtime Abminals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonat…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Caturday! Featuring The Cooper Vortex Podcast 45:38

1M ago45:38

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This episode stars the first of The Cooper Vortex series, featuring clips from The Cooper Vortex podcast episode and conversations with Bruce A. Smith. Direct from The Cooper Vortex Podcast: Bruce A. Smith is a legend in the Vortex. He's the author of DB Cooper and the FBI: A Case Study of America's Only Unsolved Skyjacking, and the force behind Th…

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The Adventure Zone: Abnimals Ep. 1: Bunny Heist! 1:00:53

2M ago1:00:53

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Our Abnimal heroes Navy Seal, Ax-o-Lyle, and Roger Moore swoop in to thwart a gang of burgling bunnies who intend on stealing the signature weapons of the beloved Greenback Guardians! JJ August performed by Erika Ishii: https://www.instagram.com/theerikaishii Sgt. Salamander performed by Brennan Lee Mulligan: https://brennanleemulligan.com/ Opening…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Animals, Drinking, & The Coloring Book! Bonus featuring Suzanne Akerman 1:06:15

2M ago1:06:15

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Scott and Jeff discuss otters in the news, Tibbitts@FernHill, and GCP coloring books. Long-time friend of the podcast, Suzanne Akerman, kicks off her series at Peaks and Pints with September's Drinking for Conservation, supporting Washington Wild. Washington Wild is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and restore wild la…

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Setup - The Adventure Zone: Abnimals 51:08

2M ago51:08

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Welcome to the world of humanoid animal heroes, Abnimals! Join Justin, Griffin, Clint, and Zoo Keeper (Game Master) Travis as they introduce the new world, the new system, and their new characters. Abminals Theme by Justin McElroy, Eric Near (https://bit.ly/ericnearmusic) and Jonathan Coulton (https://www.jonathancoulton.com/). Additional Music in …

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Cannabis Shopping and Unmarked Vans. Bonus featuring Joshua W. Turner 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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Jeff and Scott kick off the episode talking cannabis and podcasting then rolls into this weeks segment with Joshua Turner. This time, Josh discusses why it’s the best time to be a musician, including his musical journey, the change of the musical landscape, starting the band We Wept, and why here and now is the best time to put music out. He talks …

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Building Movement for Hourly Wage Workers and Tenants – Ty and Zev, Tacoma for All – 227 43:26

1M ago43:26

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In spite of an avalanche of outside money, Tacoma voters recently adopted a sweeping Bill of Rights for tenants that provides relocation assistance to families, in the case of steep increases in rent, and bans evictions during the winter. The organizers of that campaign, Tacoma for All, are now undertaking a follow-up campaign aimed at helping hour…

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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Family, Candy, and Sports 40:59

2M ago40:59

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This time Jeff and Scott discuss Jeff’s adventures with his grandkids, public transportation, concerts, and Erik gives an update on some of Tacoma’s upcoming sporting events. 01:20 – Jeff and Scott kick off the podcast chatting about their previous episode, Scott talks about taking his visiting family to Crypticon, and Jeff talks about his amazing …

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The Adventure Zone Versus The Great Gatsby: Live in Tacoma! 1:35:59

2M ago1:35:59

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Everybody is headed to the biggest party in Lumineaux, hosted by the Great Gatsby! Mutt, Lady Godwin, and Brother Phileaux manage to get invited to this prestigious affair, but there's something odd lurking under the surface, as Gatsby has sinister plans that are not so great after all. Additional Music in this Episode: "Faster Does It" by Kevin Ma…

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GCP: Vacation is Over! 31:06

2M ago31:06

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After their summer break, GCP has returned!! Jeff and Scott kick the episode off by discussing what they were up to during the break and the exciting things coming up during the fall. Derek also gives an update on gaming, including PAX and past conventions. 00:08—Jeff and Scott kick off the return episode, Jeff talks about the summer ending, and th…

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Running a Small Biz in Tacoma, Part 5 — Mario Amaya, Balcon X — 226 48:21

3M ago48:21

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Mario Amaya is the owner and operator of Balcon X, a taco and pupusa (and putaco) restaurant located on Sixth Ave. Balcon X is named after his balcony where he got his start selling meals off 100th & Pac Ave. Mario’s life in inspirational, a true story of overcoming obstacles and all the mess life threw his way. Hit Balcon X up at 3102 6th Ave. The…

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The The Adventure Zone Zone: Versus Dracula Wrap-Up! 1:04:25

2M ago1:04:25

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This week we’re answering some questions about The Adventure Zone: Vs Dracula, as well as talking a bit about our upcoming projects!By Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Travis McElroy, Clint McElroy

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Running a Small Biz in Tacoma Series, Part 4 — Quincy Henry, Campfire Coffee — 225 40:31

3M ago40:31

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Quincy Henry is the co-owner and proprietor of Campfire Coffee, located at 1554 Market Street. He joined us for Part 4 of our ongoing series on running a small business in Tacoma. We talked about starting the shop and roasting business in Downtown Tacoma, the business climate in the city, and his mission to get more kids from the area out in nature…

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The Adventure Zone Versus Dracula - Episode 30 49:33

3M ago49:33

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Three months after the sun has returned to Lumineaux, the monster hunters settle into their new Dracula-less lives. Mutt provides sanctuary. Godwin schools the locals. Phileaux finds new ways to reach out. Additional Music in this Episode: "Celosia" by sawsquarenoise: http://rolemusic.sawsquarenoise.com/. Dice sounds by Tal M.…

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The Adventure Zone Versus Dracula - Episode 29 2:18:59

3M ago2:18:59

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The monster hunters enter Dracula’s tower to defeat their enemy once and for all. Dice sounds by Tal M.By Griffin McElroy, Justin McElroy, Travis McElroy, Clint McElroy

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