The Gripe Remix Volume 11: I fought the Law(d) by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

This week Kai and Alison break down friendships that have survived, endured or just flat out ended. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

The Gripe Remix Volume 9: Gripe Worthy Seattle Celebs by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

The two Gripers that stay griping follow up to last weeks start of 'And Just like That'. Spoiler alert: Che and Miranda are still THE WORST. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

How are we feeling about the SATC reboot; And Just Like that...otherwise known as AJLT? Well, you know us Gripers are feeling all types of all kinds of ways about it. From Carrie to Charlotte to way too much Miranda and not enough Samantha, we have THOUGHTS! See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

This week on the pod we discuss all of the best worst conspiracy theories out there. What happened to Amelia Earhart's body? Did Kurt REALLY commit suicide on a rainy day in Seattle? And...why wasn't the flag waving on the moon? We have questions! See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

When two of the best Seattle and Edmonds instructors tell you their teaching gripes, you know you want to LISTEN. Also, we got listener feedback!! It's a big day for the Gripe! See y'all there.By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

The Gripe Remix Volume 3: Words and Phrases by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

This week, we gripe all things Cancel Culture and we start to wonder about Kai's obsession with Bon(e) Appetit. We have A LOT to say this week. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Where have Alison and Kai been the past two years?! Who is "The Original Villain?" All this and more on today's episode of the Gripe.By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

This week on The Gripe, Kai and Alison discuss how to behave in the world with your "mortal enemy." (As Kai likes to describe them!) If you're a human being living on this planet, chances are, you have an ex-friend. How do you act when you see them again? Of course we don't agree on what is the best course of action! See y'all there!…

Episode 95: N'ary a N'ary The Plastic Surgery Edition by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

There are several small things throughout the ins and outs of our days that we choose to ignore. Behaviours, misbehaviours, etc. Today on The Gripe, Kai and Alison break down several of those small items that oft get ignored...and wonder, why are they ignored? And, should they be ignored? See y'all there!…

Episode 93: 90210h no you didn't! by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Are we "young Gen X'ers" or "Old Millennials?" We say "young Gen X'ers" all the way! The NY Times is obsessed with Gen X these days, so we gripe and groan about everything that made Gen X, who we are today.By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

On this week's pod, we discuss at length the artists and performers in our life that have been taken from us too soon. We go in depth on how these folks affected our lives and why we wished they were still around today. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

When people give advice, do they have good intentions or do they just want to show that they know something? That's what we dive into on this episode of The Gripe. We chat about the WORST advice that we were ever given and the repercussions of it all. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Episode 89: Guests Gone Wild by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Episode 88: April, Fools by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

This week, Kai and Alison are labeling everything as bizarre. I mean, these are truly weird times we are living in. ANYWAY! Our topic this week are our experiences in doctors offices, urgent cares, emergency rooms, etc. The good, the bad, the ugly, the bloody, the catheters. It's all here on The Gripe, see y'all there!…

It's no fun being sick, even though you are allowed to sit at home and watch all the tv you want...it still stinks. Today, we are talking about all of the lows and lows of catching that seasonal cold or allergies. Join us, see y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Ever been to a party that was awkward AF because Ted from accounting wouldn't put his clothes back on? Or where the host put the appetizers out next to the cat's litter box? Or that was thrown for a guest of honor who was allergic to all the food? Annoying right? Our latest gripe all parties is right here for you!…

We back! Are you completely over hearing about Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper? We are, too. In fact, we didn't even watch their performance. However, that did spawn our topic today. Celebrity couples that have married AFTER they starred in a movie together. They just can't help themselves, you guys. Also, we paid homage to Luke Perry and gave you all…

Episode 83 : Airing our AirBnb Gripes by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Okay, y'all! We literally got dumped on in Seattle and it created all kinds of a mess for us. Both imagined and real. Are we the delicate snowflakes that people see us as or was the hysteria justified? Join us as we discuss Seattle's 2019 #snowpocalypse. See you there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Last week was all about actors that needed to retire, and this week it's all about musicians that have had their MOMENT and now need to enjoy the good life. Oh and it's snowing in Seattle. We discuss that for a solid five minutes at the beginning of the pod. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

We are taking the phrase "sparks joy" to a whole new level! This week we are talking about folks that maaaaaayyyyybbbbeeeeee need to take an early retirement. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

In the spirit of January and "New Year, New Me", this week Kai and Alison are talking about the biggest gripes they have about themselves. Don't get it twisted, they aren't doing anything about these gripes because resolutions are so 2000 and late. And it's important to note that they still love themselves (like, a lot) but sometimes they get on th…

Do we love our phones or do we hate our phones? Why is there a constant need to be so connected with everyone and everything at all times? That's what we're griping about this week. We have a lot of things to say about why we hate our phone this week, see y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

New Year, Same Us! We're still out here hating on annoying words and phrases that y'all insist on using. Warning: we're a little meaner than usual on this pod, see y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Spoiler Alert: It wasn't Alison or Kai, we had great years, thank you very much. BUT, a lot of people, places or things had TERRIBLE years and we're breaking it down for y'all. Some are expected and some are unexpected; see y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Episode 75 Corny Christmas Movie Love by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Included in today's Gripe: several Public Service Announcements regarding being self-aware, the new book club choice and the Annual Gripe Gift Guide. We cover it all from $2 lip balm to really expensive things because you never know which one of your friends are rich and want to blow some cash on their friends. See y'all there!…

"Comparison is the thief of joy"--someone smart. We know that we shouldn't compare our stuff to other people's stuff, but what is more American than competition? Especially with your friends, family, and neighbors? Today, we're talking about "Keeping up with the Joneses." We actually get a little bit deep. See y'all there!…

Chances are, you've experienced the woes of working in retail. And if you haven't, well we outline them all in today's Gripe. Today is all about that retail life, both from the perspective from the retail worker and the consumer. We got things to say. See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!! We hope you're enjoying your holiday and eating too much and wearing soft pants and arguing with your relatives. If you need a break from all the Thanksgiving stimulation, here's our gift to you! Black Friday horror stories. We gathered up some of the best of the worst Black Friday tales around. It will make you feel …

So many celebrations in November! Alison's significant other has created a hybrid holiday, combining his birthday with Thanksgiving and has coined it "Birthgiving". We couldn't think of a title for this episode, so that won out because it sounds funny. Anyway! This week, we discuss Thanskgiving gripes as well as what we're thankful for this year. A…

We've griped about Planes and Traffic, but there's still so much more! On this episode, we chat about all things transportation. PLUS: Kai reveals a secret that he has been keeping from Alison for the past month and a half. THE HORRORS. P.S Yay for positive mid term results and yay for Alison's birthday! We will see y'all there!…

Episode 68: "The Hate You Give" Special Book Club Edition by Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)

And.......we're back! After being off a week, Alison and Kai discuss the "why's" behind their absence from the airwaves. You'll have to tune into hear why. The meat of the Gripe today is, booze. We talk about it all from our first alcohol experience to the incessant "mommy needs wine" culture that is permeating society. See y'all there!…

I think we can all agree it's easier to ignore a problem rather than be direct. This week on The Gripe, we're discussing the art of ghosting. We've done the ghosting and have also been the ghostees. So, what's the lesson? Is there one? Are we all just terrible people or is there room for forgiveness? See y'all there!…

Get ready to join #teampetty this week, y'all. This week is all about what our deal breakers are for dating and we talk about it ALL. From the length of your finger and toe nails to how adventurous your appetite is for pineapple on pizza. Oh, and we're going to see Beyonce and her husband tonight. Just FYI. See y'all on The Gripe!…

Did you ever have something that you loved so much that you thought it deserved a holiday? Well it turns out, lots of other people have as well and they've probably beat you to the punch. Sorry, you're late! This week on the podcast we chat about all of the craziest made up holidays there are out there and speak to the ones that really make us get …

We’ve all been there. You look around at the situation you’ve found yourself in and think to yourself, “Am I really here? Is this happening?!” That’s what we talk about on this week’s episode of The Gripe. Topics covered today: photo shoots, mistresses, inappropriate savasanas, and lots of poop. See y’all there!…

Eff Politeness! Kai and Alison are here to tell y'all that you do not need to be polite to spare other folks feelings. We are entering a new day and age, y'all. Today on the 'cast, we chat about the difference between being polite and being kind. And do we have things to say! Also, topics covered today: the Florence situation, Elon smoking up, Kamm…

If we didn't have bad bosses, what would you bond over with your coworkers? This week's episode is allllll about bad bosses; not only have we had bad bosses, we've BEEN bad bosses. Oops! (I'm sure no one has Griped about Alison and Kai though.) Also on the 'cast this week; Elvin bagging coconut oil at Trader Joe's, MaryAnn trying to get into a home…

You know crazy things ensue when Kai and Alison hit the streets and go out on the town. The "town" being a suburban restaurant and a movie theater, however, we make everything fun. Today on the 'cast we chat about Instagram content, dining and dashing, the come up dude: Andrew Gillum, racism, Sen. John McCain's passing, Janet Jackson and Christian …

Guys, if it sounds too good to be to true, it often is. This week we're talking about cults. Chances are, you probably know someone who has dipped their toe in some cult like lifestyles. (Both Kai and Alison have!) Interested? See y'all there!By Gripe #1 (Alison) and Gripe #2 (Kai)