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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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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Fall has landed, and the Grit City crew jumps straight into everything from pumpkin spice overload to the chaos of Louisiana weather. Mike shares about the new dispensary lines in Minnesota, Brogan covers spooky Halloween vibes in Louisiana, and Jeff opens up about growing up in Yakima, run-ins with gangs, and some terrifying close calls.
Along the way, there’s talk of the infamous Angola Prison Rodeo, Roswell alien tourism, bottomless lakes, and bad Mexican food stories that devolve into queso vs. salsa debates. Add in Jeff’s homemade hot sauce adventures, near-miss bar fights, and plenty of tangents — it’s a classic Sunday Hangout full of laughs, scares, and Tacoma grit.
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00:00 – 03:00 – Opening chaos, “is this thing on?” and crew intros
03:00 – 08:00 – Minnesota fall colors, apple orchards & the first dispensary line 🌿
08:00 – 15:00 – Pumpkin spice season: PSLs, PSSs, and hot milk debates 🎃☕
15:00 – 22:00 – Louisiana Halloween vibes, wild weather, hailstorms & trash tornadoes 🌪️
22:00 – 30:00 – Angola Prison Rodeo & disturbing history of prison events 🤠
30:00 – 38:00 – Conspiracies: comets, asteroids, Roswell UFOs, and bottomless lakes 👽
38:00 – 45:00 – Weird food tales: Margaritas without margaritas, Minnesota queso vs. salsa 🌮
45:00 – 55:00 – Jeff’s hot sauce experiments & fermented pepper talk 🌶️
55:00 – 1:05:00 – Growing up in Yakima, bilingual classrooms & identity stories
1:05:00 – 1:20:00 – Jeff’s gang encounters, Portland Bloods, and close calls with violence 🔫
1:20:00 – End – Wrapping up with laughs, survival stories & reflections on choices
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In this Sunday Hangout, the Grit City crew jumps straight into whiskey experiments before spiraling into tattoo ideas, creepy night walks on the Washington coast, and encounters with the infamous “black-eyed kids.” The guys swap stories about cabins, haunted bridges, local spots like Maris Farms, freeze-dried candy from Galactic Druid Treats, and honey aged in whiskey barrels. It’s a classic GCP ride full of laughs, tangents, and Tacoma flavor.
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00:00 – 04:00 – Kicking off with PB&J whiskey shots 🍇🥃
04:00 – 07:00 – Coast trip recap and the idea of a GCP tattoo
07:00 – 12:00 – Creepy cabin stories, black-eyed kids, and sketchy bridges 🌲🌊
12:00 – 18:00 – Corn mazes, haunted farm fun, and kid encounters at Maris Farms 🎃
18:00 – 24:00 – Mac & cheese with ribs, Lucille’s Honey, and whiskey barrel flavors 🍯
24:00 – 30:00 – Freeze-dried candy from Galactic Druid Treats + past guest shout-outs 🍬
30:00 – 36:00 – Tacoma vendors, glassblowing, and whiskey-barrel beer experiments 🍺
36:00 – 42:00 – Tangents on cabins, coast towns, and GCP family vibes 🏖️
42:00 – End – Wrapping with laughs, crew shout-outs, and future hangout plans
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This week, the crew goes national with voices from across the U.S. — Baton Rouge, the Twin Cities, and back home in the Pacific Northwest. They swap stories about crazy freeway ramps, cross-country driving, and why Minnesota’s pizza game is “the land of the bland.” From walleye obsession and ice fishing traditions to Michigan’s weed laws still figuring themselves out, no topic is too weird or too small for the GCP table.
And if you’ve ever wondered how a bad headset dongle can turn into 20 minutes of comedy gold — you’re in the right place. Add in tales of cruise ship drinking packages, local pizza recommendations, and a few international travel fears (Canada, we’re looking at you 👀), and you’ve got one wild ride of an episode.
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00:00 – 05:00 – The crew kicks things off with national roll call: Tacoma, Baton Rouge, and the Twin Cities. Cue tech hiccups, banter, and the usual chaos.
05:00 – 12:00 – Road talk: wild freeway ramps, crash-course nostalgia with Hot Wheels, and why driving in Olympia will make you question your life choices.
12:00 – 20:00 – Weed laws across the states: Michigan’s slow rollout, Minnesota catching up, and lessons learned from Washington’s saturated cannabis market.
20:00 – 28:00 – Cruise ship confessions: overpriced drink packages, day-drinking disasters, and why naps are the real vacation flex.
28:00 – 36:00 – Pizza wars: crawfish pies in Louisiana, Minnesota’s “land of the bland,” and the eternal search for a solid slice.
36:00 – 45:00 – All about walleye: fishing traditions, creepy eyes, and the great “pretty vs. ugly fish” debate.
45:00 – 55:00 – Ice fishing 101: augers, tents, beers of choice, and why PBR still reigns supreme on the ice.
55:00 – 01:05:00 – Border patrol paranoia: Canadian bans, international travel fears, and rating countries by how nice their jails look.
01:05:00 – End – The hot dongle meltdown: fried headsets, way too many puns, and a comedy spiral that only GCP could pull off.
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In this Labor Day Weekend Spectacular of the Grit City Podcast, the crew kicks things off with laughter, playful banter, and a nod to classic holiday specials. The conversation ranges from nostalgic memories of game shows and sketch comedy, to how media has evolved, to surprising discussions about VHS history, video dating, and even the cultural influence of adult films.
Later, the hosts dive into deeper territory — exploring changes in media consumption, reflecting on politics and community engagement, and geeking out over a mysterious interstellar comet making its way through our solar system. With humor, honesty, and a dose of skepticism, this episode blends comedy, storytelling, and thought-provoking perspectives.
🔑 Highlights & Takeaways
Behind-the-scenes fun with the crew’s Labor Day intro mishaps (00:00–03:00)
Nostalgic throwbacks to game shows, SNL, In Living Color, and MADtv (04:00–07:00)
A wild detour into the VHS vs. Betamax wars and adult film industry impact (07:00–10:00)
Stories of 90s video dating and how it compares to modern apps (06:30–08:30)
Reflections on how media consumption has shifted with YouTube, TikTok, and categorized comedy (05:00–06:00, 10:00–12:00)
A personal tale about a coffee mishap at work that turns into comic gold (27:00–31:00)
In-depth discussion of the mysterious I3 ATLAS comet, its odd trajectory, and what it could mean (31:00–40:00+)
Honest and candid perspectives on politics, community, and personal values (17:00–25:00)
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00:00–03:00 – Kicking off the Labor Day Spectacular intro
04:00–07:00 – Comedy nostalgia: SNL, In Living Color, MADtv
07:00–10:00 – VHS vs. Betamax, adult films, and weird 90s party stories
10:00–12:00 – Media shifts: from bad TV to curated YouTube clips
17:00–25:00 – Political reflections and community experiences
27:00–31:00 – Jeff’s hilarious coffee explosion story
31:00–40:00+ – Deep dive into the mysterious interstellar comet
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Brogan joins the crew on this episode, they talk about weathermen lawsuits, field trips, American defectors in North Korea, online gamers, Scott's Wordle addiction, Brogan’s stand-up plans, and porch pirates.
01:38 – Brogan kicks off the episode, shares the happenings at Baton Rouge, and reflects on a dinner party with a Seattle weatherman. He reads past weathermen lawsuits, talks about catching an armadillo, and poses the question to the group on where chefs should put frog legs on the menu. He talks about Louisiana peeps' love of pickles, Cnote joins the crew, and Brogan talks about being homesick.
14:32 – Jeff talks about field trips back in the day, touring the weatherman’s office in Yakima, and Brogan reflects on Steve Pool and Steve Ravel‘s mustache off back in the day. Brogan talks about posting GCP stickers around his community, the rain in Louisiana, and Japan’s worry about population collapse.
30:18 – Jeff discovers that Brogan is a pimp with a heart, Brogan shares his plans for his next endeavor, and his interest in the lives of people who play video games. Jeff gives suggestions on things Brogan can do to get started, Brogan talks about the mobs behind the online gaming industry, and the guys give their perspective on his idea.
46:23 – Brogan talks about what he’s been working on down south, Jeff talks about his new neighbors, and the street ball haps in the area. He talks about porch pirates, Scott shares how the pirates follow delivery vans, and Brogan tells the crew who his new neighbors are. Brogan talks about the hurricanes there, Gwar cancelling a recent concert in his area, and the interesting items the band requests before the concert.
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On this episode, the guys discuss the recent losses in the entertainment world, music, the wrestling era of the 80’s, living life to its fullest every day, Scott’s trip to Porchfest, and Jeff’s trip to Oregon.
01:38 – Scott and Jeff reflect on meeting on the message board back in the day, what it was known for before it was defunded, and discuss listening to Off The Hook back in the day. They talk about famous people grew up wealthy but downplay it, Jeff talks about 80’s documentaries that are coming out, and Scott talks about the sad RIPS’s this week.
13:36 – The share how Malcolm-Jamal Warner passed away, the amazing years of music covered by Ozzy, and the Google tribute to him. Jeff discusses the controversy surrounding Sharon Osborne, Scott reflects on the Ozzy songs he loved to jam to as a kid, and talks about the numerous remakes of the Prong song "Snap Your Fingers Snap Your Neck."
25:58 – Jeff talks about skipping church to watch WWE, great debates between him and his friends that derived from the fights, and the wrestling tribute to the song Land of 1000 Dances. They talk about The Hulk before all of the drama he was involved in later in life, and Scott talks about how the recent passings make him reflect on life.
35:45 – Scott talks about going to Porchfest, the bands he caught while there, and Jeff reflects on his recent visit to Rock Away Beach in Oregon. He talks about running into Geocachers, Scott explains what Geocaching is, and Jeff gives his review of the cannabis shop he explored in Oregon. Scott talks about partaking on the beach, building fires there as well, and Jeff talks about the old train there.
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In this post 4th of July episode, the guys talk fireworks, the Cobra Kai incident, myths, AI, cash, and much more!
01:46 – The guys celebrate their survival of local fireworks in their areas, Jeff talks about lighting fireworks off as a kid, and his favorite types of fireworks. Scott reflects on why July 4th is close to his heart, Jeff talks about attending Cnote’s professional fireworks show, and Scott talks about visiting the Taste of the Northwest at the Puyallup fairgrounds.
18:08 – Jeff discusses the Cobra Kai incident at Summer Con, Scott expresses his appreciation for how the show hit the ’80s nostalgia points, and Jeff shares what happened at the event. They discuss what they thought was going through Martin’s head when the bite happened and how beautiful it would have been if the cop swept his leg.
36:06 – Jeff talks about his past interaction with Gary Busey, they discuss his motorcycle accident that marked the start of a decline in his career, and Scott ponders pre-Internet myths and stories shared with him as a kid. He shares his love of treasure hunts from the past, Jeff talks about his feelings on AI, and they discuss which hologrammed bands they’d watch.
54:21 – Scott talks about advancements in coding with AI, how he thinks AI is going to change in the future, and the only places he’s using cash these days. Jeff discusses his recent visit to the weed store, his favorite strain, and offers recommendations on finding the right infused joint. He discusses common mistakes made when using infused joints and shares tips on how to best celebrate the 4th of July.
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The guys kick off the episode playing Jackbox Survey Scramble, they test out gaming on Discord, graduation, road construction, old man weather, the crow attack, and much, much more!
01:34 – Jeff welcomes users, Scott shares the game they’re playing, and they share the exciting story of how they met. Scott talks about a UFC fighter back in the day that used laxatives to cut weight pre-fight, they talk about lessons learned, and kick off the game. They both vote on the first topic, they try another game, and make plans for hosting a party pack.
16:41 – The crew quests through a scenario-based game, plans to stream games on Twitch, and Jeff discusses his recent trip to eastern Washington for his grandson’s graduation. He talks about powering through an awkward situation at the graduation, the reward of the night, and the crazy construction on I-90.
32:03 – Jeff talks about the new apartments going in, Scott talks about the trains during Covid, and his appreciation for public transportation in the area. He talks about attending the Northwest Pinball and Arcade Show in Tacoma, Jeff discusses the recent gift he got for himself, and shares his experience with a crow attack.
51:45 – Scott discusses how people in Australia manage the population of feral house cats, Jeff talks about working out the marketing behind GCP’s new merch, and getting used to his new schedule. They plan out gaming strategies, share the name of the company that owns PornHub, and give their review of Chris Angel.
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Brogan joins the crew on this episode with an update on the happs in Louisiana, they discuss Tubi, cannabis benefits, podcast party plans, crawfish, and alligators! Congrats to friend and supporter of the podcast, Chancey, and his first grandchild!!
01:53 – Brogan kicks off this episode, shares how people down south introduce themselves, and talks about the recent tornado warnings in the area. He talks about the low price of gas, the cost of a Big Mac, and it being the end of the fresh crawfish season. Jeff talks about planning to see the aurora borealis, the best times to catch it, and Scott reflects on last week's hot topic - Jean Burrito.
15:26 – Scott gives a shout-out to Chancey becoming a new grandfather, makes t-shirt plans, and Jeff talks about watching old movies on Tubi. He talks about how disturbing it was to watch a movie without background music, Brogan expresses his sadness about the beer situation in Louisiana, and the beer he’s had to adjust to since being there.
28:17 - Brogan shares the drink of choice for those on the LSU campus, they discuss how the Espresso Martini is the new Red Bull and Vodka, and Brogan talks about how frequently he sees alligators. He mentions that there are more alligators in Louisiana than people, shares his trip to Kentucky, and they plan a GCP visit to New Orleans.
44:17 – Jeff talks about his benefits from smoking cannabis, does a comparison of the results he had with medication and the use of marijuana, and Scott talks about the general perspective people had on it in the area he grew up in. Brogan discusses the hot fishing spots in Louisiana, his plans to take up fishing, and they discuss Brogan's obsession with crawfish.
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This episode, the crew discusses LeMay’s Car Museum, Chinese electric cars, places in the area to share with visiting family members, ultrasonic cleaners, and cannabis accessories.
01:48 – Jeff talks about him and Scott racing for pinks at Dead Man’s Curve, Scott reflects on Joe’s left nut corner, and Jeff talks about spending some time at LeMay’s Car Museum in Tacoma. He shares the famous cars he saw there, including the Flintstone Mobile, as well as the various types of events at the museum.
15:09 – Jeff talks about the high-end cars the museum has, what ended up changing Rockefeller’s mind on motor vehicles, and Scott talks about the new Chinese electric cars on the market. He talks about them running on voice control, other features they have, and Jeff jumps into the pop quiz. He shares how the Ramones came up with their name, and Scott gives a shout-out to Gene Burrito Romero.
30:11 – Scott gives props to the owner of Galactic Druid Treats, they talk about places to take visiting family and friends from out of town, and Jeff talks about areas in downtown Tacoma that are fun to visit. They throw the question out to listeners, Scott talks about his recent five-mile hike in Puyallup, and plans to take on the 20-mile Puyallup to Buckley quest.
45:09 – Jeff discusses being an urban walker, Scott talks about taking the least amount of things with him on his commute, and talks about the new tool he uses for bong care. He discusses the features of an ultrasonic cleaner, the results he achieved cleaning his glass, and Jeff shares his own cleaning method.
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In this episode, Jeff chats about his recent summer adventure, various state drivers, donkeys in Arizona, traveling with AI, and much more!!
01:53 – Jeff talks about their experience in a Loves truck stop bathroom, driving straight through to Arizona, and his mom being quick-witted. He talks about drivers in Idaho, the best drive time in Nevada, and following Scott's advice when traveling through the state. He talks about the interesting roads in Arizona, his least favorite things about their streets, and Scott talks about the washed-out roads in the state.
17:55 – Jeff gives props to the McDonald's in Ely, the haunted train there, and seeing donkeys on their route out of Arizona. He talks about the scary desert driving adventures, AI being a fantastic traveling companion, and his brother being a safe driving passer. Scott talks about the Mormon fundamentalists in Utah/Arizona, Jeff talks about the tremendous community his mom lives in, and visiting Whataburger.
42:26 – Jeff talks about a new road design sign he experienced, the sky there looking AI-generated, and Scott recommends they stop at the Hotel Nevada in Ely on their next trip. Scott talks about Stephen King's stay there, using AI to make up stories to entertain them on the drive, and it snowing while driving through Nevada.
60:23 – Jeff talks about the blue Corvette that was also traveling down to Vegas, recommends people hug their moms, and loading Linux on his classic IBM laptop. Scott talks about the company that makes the modular framework desktops, the shutdown of Fry's computer stores, and Jeff talks about the different state time zones he traveled through.
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The guys wish everyone a Happy 4th, talk about the new Disney Star Wars Universe, Star Wars Galaxy Quest, the recent concert Scott went to, types of music they love to see live, Crypticon and other conventions, being country mice in the city, proving TikTok wrong, and earthquakes.
01:41 - Jeff reflects on his and Scott's polyamorous relationship not involving Jesus, polyamorous relationships on TLC, and the aftermath of Sister Wives. Scott talks about the TikTok Mormon wives, they talk about who they are for in the Star Wars Universe, and Jeff talks about being walked into the next generation of Star Wars.
20:38 – Jeff talks about gaming pieces he’d like to have to enhance the game, Scott talks about how new video games remind him of movies, and the studios of people who put the games together. Scott gives a shout-out to the Kikey’s Mexican food restaurant, going to the recent Obituary concert, and the bands that were on stage before the main band.
38:07 – Scott gives appreciation for the drummer of the Nails band, the pit being out of hand, and Jeff talks about people in the pit taking care of each other. They each give their opinion on the band Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers, Scott talks about seeing the band Ale Storm, and Jeff talks about the cast at the recent Crypticon convention.
58:34 – Scott talks about going to the Horror Convention in Puyallup, meeting Lou Diamond Phillips, and Jeff dives into the history of the meaning of the word pussy. He shares what AI says the term is used for, other meanings of the word, and Scott closes out the show talking about the biggest earthquake in Washington's history.
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This time, the guys celebrate 420, wish everyone a Happy Easter, talk about their shared UFO abduction experience, discuss marijuana strains, the endocannabinoid system (ECS), and close out playing some games!
The 420 Quiz Questions are also included below for you to test your 420 knowledge!
01:41 – Jeff kicks off this episode discussing how the guys met during a shared UFO abduction, Scott talks about how people are now offering alien abduction tours, and Jeff shares his favorite UFO merchandise story. He reflects on the last time 4/20 fell on Easter, they wish people a Happy Easter, and Jeff talks about the marijuana strain he’s enjoying.
19:18 – Jeff talks about working with an up-and-coming producer, they each review the Blue Dream strain, and Scott talks about first brewing beer. He talks about his excitement when first moving up here and enjoying local breweries, they talk about brewery cycles in the area, and discuss business models that have evolved since Covid.
39:16 – They dive into 10 Trivia Questions specific to the 420 culture, each shares their answer to the slang term for a device used to grind cannabis into smaller pieces, and guess the name of the type of events often held on 4/20. They guess the term for the social etiquette and customs associated with sharing cannabis, ask AI what the acronym THC stands for, and the term for the dried resin produced by the cannabis plant.
59:04 – Jeff poses the last question around the name of the system in the human body that interacts with cannabinoids, they ask AI, and discuss the answer. They begin the Chef Showdown game, Jeff gives the deets of the game, and the crew catches the fries on fire. They kill round one, dish out salads, and have a successful day by making $500 in the game!
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On this episode, Jeff and Scott discuss the Sami Chohfi interview, earthquakes, robot dogs, person-sized drones, emergency preparation, Popeyes pickle menu, MTV back in the day, Oculus pinball game, and much more!
00:26 – Scott kicks off this episode sharing a story about the life of one of GCP’s authentic stickers, Jeff reflects on the days he and Scott met, and talks about the recent weather in the PNW. Scott talks about his recent visit to Northwest Trek, people watching at the zoo, and Jeff talks about his love for people watching. Scott talks about his zoo membership and Jeff talks about their recent interview with Sami Chohfi at the Top Gun Bar and Grill.
16:15 – Jeff talks about the show at Top Gun, Scott expresses his love of the bar's taco pizza, and Jeff talks about the recent earthquakes in the area. They talk about emergency go bags, robot dogs, and person-sized drones people can ride in. They talk about where they would go if an emergency did happen, Jeff talks about the two things he’s glad he’s educated on, and recommends people learn to read a compass.
32:04 – They talk about Popeyes new pickle menu, Jeff shares which Popeyes in the area is best to order from, and how much things have changed since the song Money for Nothing came out. Jeff talks about sharing cable TV back in the day with his brother, bartering to watch the MTV shows he loved, and watching the first Headbangers Ball.
48:11 – They dive into a game, spin the roulette, and Jeff invites others to join the fun. They try Rock A Bot Royale, explain how the game works, and Jeff talks about the opening of Zips Cannabis near his house. He shares the deals he got there and gives reviews of each of the items he bought.
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The crew, including Brogan, returns to chat about HIV Prevention monsters, who would win in a fistfight between Baton Rouge and Tacoma, gas prices, the world's largest convenience store, Austin, Texas, future meet-ups, bridges, Shrimp Po Boy sandwiches, and much, much more!
01:45 – The guys talk about how long it’s been since they’ve chatted, Brogan talks about what area in Louisiana he’s at, and the amazing bars that are in his area. He gives a shout-out to Joe at Zee Zees, discusses his new job, and his sighting of his first outdoor cockroach. Jeff talks about what made The Villages in Florida famous, dreams of moving there minus one limitation, and Brogan talks about Louisiana’s stance on legalizing Marijuana.
16:24 – They discuss the importance of proper punctuation in advertising, who represents the gangster in the billboard, and Brogan talks about a sign in the area that encourages people to throw bottles at it. They discuss ideas to incentivize the sign, and Brogan declares who would win in a fistfight between Baton Rouge and Tacoma.
31:02 – Brogan shares why people should check out The Thing when cruising through eastern Arizona, Jeff talks about it being his first roadside attraction, and they both express the good vibe that the place gives off. Brogan expresses his love of Austin, Texas and talks about Baton Rouge having one of the highest murder rates in the country.
44:07 – Scott discusses his recent visit to Northwest Trek with his wife, the guys make plans to visit Brogan in Baton Rouge, and Scott talks about how much he enjoyed the recent GCP meet-up at The Berliner Beerhall. Jeff reflects on the conversation at the Camp Bar, Brogan speaks of Louisiana’s southern hospitality, and Jeff shares ideas for future GCP meet-ups.
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Bonus episode!!! The guys talk with Dalton Haegele, member of the band Ruston Way, and host of the upcoming event South Sound Music Fest. They discuss the event and give end-of-the-year shout outs.
01:23 – Jeff reflects on how he and Scott first met, introduces Dalton, and Dalton shares the type of artists people can see at the South Sound Music Fest at Real Art Tacoma. He talks about putting the festival together, the most significant challenges with putting it together, and his hope for a good turnout. Scott talks about GCP’s luck with putting on comedy events, and Jeff talks about the ease of learning music with today’s technology.
10:07 – Scott talks about the different apps that gamify learning music, Jeff talks about his love of playing music, and the changes in the playing field over the years. Dalton talks about the higher standard of music today, his band trying to diversify their sound, and Jeff shares the different bands that will be playing at the event.
20:35 – Dalton talks about where he sees the music industry in the next five years, Scott talks about the importance of having a manager behind artists, and reflects on GCP’s first recording. He gives shout-outs to GCP sponsors of the year, including Union Club, RCF Exteriors, Die Cut Stickers, Patrons, and the great segment producers.
See everyone next year!!
Special Guest: Dalton Haegele.
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