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-worki ...
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A podcast about local government in the City of Destiny
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Broadcasting the hard work and recording skills of students from 2019 Elements of Education miniterm. From executive producers Derrick Robinson and Dave Mylet come stories of Tacoma's legends, myths and mysteries created by a variety of student voices.
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Foodcoma is a Tacoma based podcast where your hosts, former Food Network child star Greta Lau and travel foodie Rachel Nguyen discuss the top food spots for every type of cuisine in the PNW. By combining Greta's culinary expertise and Rachel's wide range of taste, they both find the best restaurants to go to when you're craving that particular food. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/foodcomapodcast/support
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A brief glimpse inside the minds of two twenty-something bachelors. We invite you into our dining room in Tacoma for our take on the tomfoolery from around the world. We try to keep it light, but no promises.
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91.3 KBCS is public radio providing Puget Sound with a diversity of music and information. Listeners tune in to hear an unparalleled mix of new and classic worldbeat, folk, and jazz, in addition to unique and vital news and analysis. Over 150 volunteer hosts, producers, and journalists deliver much of the music and news heard on the station. KBCS alumni can be heard on public radio stations throughout the region and reporting for National Public Radio. The roots of KBCS took hold in the earl ...
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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Animals, Drinking, & The Coloring Book! Bonus featuring Suzanne Akerman
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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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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Cannabis Shopping and Unmarked Vans. Bonus featuring Joshua W. Turner
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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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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Family, Candy, and Sports
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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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Back to school with Director Lisa Keating, Tacoma Public Schools
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Lisa Keating, one of the five Tacoma school board members, joins Citizen Tacoma for a Back-to-School-themed episode. We check in on what’s happening with the district, including graduation rates, online schools, meals, the partnership with the Port, school calendar and holidays, and much more. Links Lisa Keating and the school board Channel 253 mem…
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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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Jazz vocalist, composer, and activist Ben Black stopped by the KBCS studio to discuss his music and a fundraiser he organized this past August for the Palestine Children's Relief Fund. It's a wide ranging and uplifting conversation accompanied by Ben's own music!By 91.3 KBCS
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Join the guys as they honor the memory of Louie G, dive into Jeff's thrilling experience at the Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show, and explore Justin's public transit escapades. Plus, don't miss a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT about the future of GCP! 04:20 - Justin reflects on the passing of Louie Galarza, the former bassist for ANTIHERO and founder of the b…
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GCP: Rusty McClintock & Ken Carlson at the Union Club
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This week the guys are joined by friends of the show Rusty McClintock (Comedian | RCF Exteriors & Remodeling) and Ken Carlson (Artist, Director, and General Artistic Badass)! They catch up with a chat about Justin's new house projects from RCF, Ken's recap from Crypticon 2024, pet ownership, video game hangups, exercise problems, and more! 02:30 - …
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GCP invites podcasters Shea & Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to discuss podcasting, Tacoma life, and the Union Club! 00:00 - GCP welcomes Shea & Jody by popping a few cold ones, talking about their Juneau beers! Shea & Jody are hosts of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast, discussing Pacific Northwest history. They share how their bond…
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GCP: Friday Night Hangout -Java Jivin'
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This time, the crew discusses gaming, wild animals, An Evening with John Cusack, movies filmed in Tacoma, and local sports! 00:00 – GCP welcomes this episode by discussing gaming, recent bear sightings in the area, and other wild animals the crew has seen. Derek talks about running into wild bison, Justin reflects on getting into a drunken argument…
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Talking transit (again!) with Tacoma City Councilmember Kristina Walker
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On this episode, we welcome Tacoma City Councilmember Kristina Walker, a Pierce Transit commissioner and a Sound Transit board member. We discuss what’s happening with transit in Tacoma and the wider region. We focus on the bus driver shortage that is affecting the 590 and 594 routes, light rail, the PT Runner service, the “Stream,” and much more. …
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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Aurora Borealis, Mt. St. Helens, and Crypticon
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The crew discusses the aurora borealis, Crypticon adventure, Jeff’s Capades, and much more! 00:16 — Justin sets the stage by wishing Happy Mother's Day to our listeners who are mothers. Jeff stirs up anticipation for the hot aurora borealis medicine, and Justin shares the best way to witness the breathtaking northern lights. He also hints at the up…
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This best-of is a replay of the crews conversation with local comedian and podcaster Casey McLain from episode 265. During that episode, he chatted with the guys about comedy, podcasting, and The Pacific Northwest. Follow him on his socials for information on his upcoming performances! 04:51 – Justin kicks off the show by sharing how listeners can …
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GCP: Friday Night Grit - Car Problems, AI Music, and Things Happening
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This Friday Night Grit, the crew discusses Crypticon, upcoming guests, car problems, public transportation, moon talk, Over The Moon Café, and AI music. 01:34 – Derek reflects on harassing Discord live stream during the recording of the last episode, each expresses their love of partying, and Justin shares their excitement for the upcoming Cryptico…
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GCP: Sunday Sermon - The Next Day, The Coloring Book, and Neighbors
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This time the crew discusses 4/20 partakings, Fallout, GCP Coloring Book, Jeff’s Capades, Crypticon, and much, much more! 01:23 – Justin kicks off the episode reflecting on recording the day before, what they did post their 4/20 recording, and Derek talks about binge watching Fallout. Justin talks about the bonuses Patrons get, how Discord has been…
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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Eclipse, Rage Rooms, & Fallout
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The guys chat about the recent Best Of, Jury Duty, Scott Topics, the Fallout show, and local sporting events. 00:02 – The official GCP Robot sings us into this episode, Justin starts off discussing the events around the recent eclipse, and Mercury retrograde. He gives a shout-out to CNote who has been re-discovering GCP episode gems, being recently…
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This week's episode is a blast from the past. The crew brings you a Best Of where they talked to local Seattle rapper Streetball Supe back in 2019. Streetball Supe is an independent artist from Seattle's Central District. You can find him on your favorite music streaming service including Apple Music or Spotify. Special props to GCP friend Cnote fo…
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Michelle and David from Tacoma Handywoman join the crew on this episode. Michelle, Tacoma’s local “Jill” of all trades has over 5 years experience as a handywoman. She dedicates herself to serving the community by offering knowledgeable, affordable, and high-quality services. Check out the website for information on the services they offer and conv…
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This time the crew discusses top travel plans, Point Defiance AAZK Pet Pageant - Silly Edition, past episodes that have stood out over the years, and being a part of the gym rat family. 00:00 – This episode kicks off discussing if they would take DNA tests, Jeff opens a beer to cheer St. Patrick’s Day, and Justin talks about his past vendetta again…
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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Jury Duty and Jeffrey Crocker
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This time the guys chat about jury duty, Jeff’s Capades, cooking stories, Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, and Girl Trouble's 40th Anniversary. 00:00 – The show kicks off with a Woot Woot, Jeff shares that Cosmic Bottles is now selling Faygo, the Jugglaos drink of preference, and Justin thanks all of GCP’s new listeners. He talks about the bonuses GCP …
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91.3KBCS 20240618 Cynthia Lair The Now Of Cooking
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91.3KBCS 20120415 Cynthia Lair Babies And Food
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91.3 KBCS 20180327 Mothers Radiation Lab Final
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91.3 KBCS 20180327 Fukushima Directly after the Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster
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Welcome back to another episode of Citizen Tacoma! Michelle Douglas joins the podcast to discuss hunger in Pierce County. She gives an update on some of the ways Emergency Food Network and the food pantries across the county are serving those who need food. We also check-in about the arts, the economy, downtown Tacoma, and more. Enjoy! Links Emerge…
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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Strange State Facts, Pecans, and Chicken & Waffles
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This week the hot topics of discussion include including Buddy’s Chicken and Waffles, state statistics, Picon Punch, the sad closure of the Manuscript Library Museum, and the new look coming to the Proctor District. 00:15 – Justin kicks off this episode chatting about the recent crow saga, getting the Rock Band game up and rolling again, and the pa…
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91.3KBCS 20240228 Womens Liberation Seattle
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91.3KBCS 20240314 Earth Ministry WA Interfaith
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GCP: Sunday Sermon - Board Games, Trivia, and Putt Stuff
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On this Sunday Sermon, the guys get together to talk about how they survive the commute, the Tacoma Trivia Game, Is It Tacoma, and upcoming plans. 01:53 – The guys share what they’ve been up to so far the day of recording, Derek talks about what’s been up on the GCP Discord, and trophy plans for this year's Putt Stuff. Jeff proposes a new business …
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91.3 KBCS 20240305 Astra A Tree Facing Removalmp3
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91.3KBCS 20240229 Poor Peoples Campaign Rev Dr Kelle Brown
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91.3KBCS 20240228 Riverton Park United Methodist Church And Immigrants
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It’s finally happening!! Owners Hailey Hernandez, Dante Hernandez, and Sous Chef Ivan Carillo from Side Piece Kitchen sit down with the guys to talk food, how the place came to be, future plans, and much more!! Side Piece Kitchen specializes in Bangin’ Biscuits & Dank AF Cheesecake. They’re located in Tacoma at 4704 S Oakes Street and are open Wedn…
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91.3 KBCS 20240228 MM Yolanda Varona Founder Of Dreamers Moms
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91.3KBCS 20240227 Deported Veterans Support House Hector Barajas
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91.3KBCS 20240227 Ijeoma Oluo And Michele Storm At Town Hall Seattle Be A Revolution
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91.3KBCS 20240226 Tania Mendoza Deported Dreamer Mom
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91.3 KBCS 20240225 Larry Gossett Speaking About The Gang Of Four
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Steve Wamback – Tacoma’s Charter Review Committee
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Did you know that Tacoma is governed by a “charter?” And that every ten years, a group of citizens gets together to review it and propose new changes. It’s true! Steve Wamback is the chair of the committee that is tackling this process. With more than 50 meetings planned in six months, they have a big workload ahead of them. So what are they lookin…
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91.3KBCS 20240226 Black History Bebe Moore Campbell
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91.3KBCS 20240227 Black History James Baldwin
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91.3KBCS 20240222 Overview Of Restorative Practices At An Institution Michelle Strange
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91.3KBCS 20240223 Restorative Practices After Harm Michelle Strange
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GCP: Urban Wildlife with Suzanne Akerman
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Friend of the podcast, Suzanne Akerman, is in the house, giving us the scoop on her wild adventures and spreading the word about the upcoming Proctor Polar Bear Crawl! Suzanne spends most of her days sharing her passion for animals with visitors at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium where she works as a staff biologist for the Wild Wonders Outdoor Theat…
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91.3KBCS 20240220 Joel Rogers Street Conversation With Gol
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