Grit-and-Gumption

Sometimes all it takes is a good sit down and a glass of wine to find out that, though there may be years (or decades) difference in ages, we really aren't that different and we just have to enjoy the one that we've been given. Join us as we have our first guest of 2024!! Grab a glass or mug of whatever suits your fancy and listen in to find out WHO our mystery guest is and hear us chat about life...

Listen in as we recap our time together in Phoenix and our fun escapades!! We also share our thoughts on giving back and touch on the importance of just being KIND humans!!

Listen in as we chat about some of our all-time favorite Holiday movies and new ones we've watched this year! The classics, the cheesiest, and the ones that make us want to sell everything we own and move to some magical far-off land that probably doesn't exist! Send us a message on IG and let us know what your favorite holiday movies are!! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of YOU from Gri...

The last month of the year is HERE!!  December tends to be wild and crazy with so many events, distractions, and get-togethers and we all know it will go by in a flash!  Join us today as we share our thoughts on wrapping up the year and a few tips to help you keep your sanity through the madness!! Easy Ways to Avoid Holiday Stress and Enjoy Your Time Off

It's that wonderful time of year where we get to fill our hearts and our bellies with the people and things that we love. Join us this week while we share OUR favorite memories, traditions, and maybe some recipes with you all. Happy Thanksgiving!! WE are grateful for ALL OF YOU!!! Be sure to share some of your favorites with us in Instagram @gritandgumptionpodcast

Listen in today as we talk about different ways we love to MOVE our bodies by getting outside!! We know it's getting colder in so many parts of the country, but there are so many benefits to just getting in even a few minutes of fresh air! Message us on IG at @gritandgumptionpodcast to let us know your favorite outdoor activities!

Join us today as we talk about unbelievable and hilarious (but totally true) school mascots! Listen in and then message us or tag us and share YOUR mascot names!! Go team go!!

If you're listening to this podcast, you have probably heard about how important it is to have a goal, how to set goals, how to make goals attainable, how to imagine your future self, and set goals from there...I could go on, but it's old news. Tune in this week as we discuss a new perspective to take on goal setting and it all begins with what makes you SMILE. If you want to check out the inspira...

Gather 'round as we tell you about some first-hand creepy encounters and experiences we've had!  We also chat about some of our favorite spooky movies, and listen all the way to the end to hear a fun challenge we have for you all!    

Join us today as we chat about doing things that push us out of our comfort zone! Yes...it can be scary, but so many beautiful things happen when we take that leap and do things that challenge us!!

We have a SPECIAL GUEST joining this week!! My dear friend and inspirational woman Sarah Polenick! Sarah is an artist and incredible human who left her 9-5 after COVID put her (then) career at a standstill and decided to pursue her passion for painting and art. Join me this week as we talk about her inspiration for a lifestyle change, the scary parts, the beautiful parts, and why and HOW she decid...

Age is just a number, you are only as old as you FEEL. But the reality is.. things start to change with our bodies and in our lives as each birthday comes and goes. Join us in this lighthearted episode where we dive into signs that you are getting older and changes we've noticed in our lives as we are entering our 40's!! Take this quiz to see how old you REALLY are and share your answers with us! ...

Do you ever feel like it's impossible to juggle your career, your family, personal life, AND keep up with things around your house?!? You are not alone!! Listen in this week as we dive into our thoughts on dirty dishes, laundry, cooking, meal prepping and give some actionable tips to flip that mindset around if you're feeling overwhelmed!

This week we are digging into the Finale of  And Just Like That... SPOILER ALERT If you've been watching along with us, we're going to share our thoughts and feelings about the season finale...don't worry we'll give you a  PAUSE ALERT so you don't get any spoilers and then you can come back and see if you feel the same! We're also going to share thoughts on potential new season(s) and...as always....

Ever have that moment when you've started something new and you're excited, but terrified at the same time? It could be a new job, a new hobby, or a new stage in your life, and suddenly you look around the room and your brain starts pointing out how inexperienced you are. What were you thinking? Why did they pick me? I'm no good at this... Well friend, let us tell you, that means that you are EXAC...

If you listened to last week's episode, you know that we are exploring our sober curious options. This week we've got a short take on the different things that we've tried, why we like them, and what else is out there if you're trying to explore other options as well. Have something you've tried and loved?? Share it in the comments!

Life can be HARD. We understand that and want you to know that you are NEVER alone. Join us this week as we cover the topic of mental health, get vulnerable about some of our own personal struggles, and share different tactics that have worked for us!

W.O.W. WE'VE MISSED YOU!! 2022 FLEW by and we're more than halfway through 2023! We know that we've been gone for a while, but there's been a lot going on. New jobs, new states, kids, dogs, shows, and more.  This episode we're catching up on everything that's been happening over the last year. Come catch up with us in an easy breezy episode before we start diving back into the real grit & gumption...

TODAY is Shannon's 40th Birthday!! Listen in to this special, undercover episode (that Shannon doesn't even know was recorded) as we celebrate this special woman and the amazing human that she is! Happy Birthday Shannon!!! YOU are the IPA to my mozzarella sticks! Cheers to YOU and this next year being your best yet!!

Welcome to 2022!!! Join us as we talk through choosing our words of the year and why we've chosen to do this instead of making specific goals for the new year for the last few years. We'll also fill you in on the latest books we are reading and shows we're in love with! Can't wait to hear your thoughts and start the new year with you!

It's official! We are dropping some solo episodes starting this week. Join Emily as she talks about friendship and how important relationships are. Whether for a lifetime or a season, we all have people who make an impact in our lives. YOU all make an impact in OUR lives and we're so grateful to everyone that spends some time with us each week.

Happy October!!! It's spooky season and we're back to talk all about our latest favorite scary stories, Halloween plans, and what's been new in our worlds lately. Come have a listen and then share your favorite spooky season tales with us on Instagram @gritandgumptionpodcast

Everyone knows that Em is a big True Crime and scary movie junkie. This week she got Shannon on board with the true crime things and they share their favorite podcasts, a couple of the crazy episodes they have heard, and share some crazy real life stories from their home towns.   @morbid @myfavoritemurder @crimejunkie

We've got travel on our brains!! With vacations pretty much being on a halt this past year, we are trying to make up for lost time! Listen in as we talk about our upcoming vacations and a few of our DREAM vacations that are in the works! DM us on Instagram and tell us what your FAVORITE vacation has been and what is one bucket list place you've always wanted to go!?