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Shannon and Emily are going to make you want to laugh, cry, and instantly love them while motivating and challenging listeners to be the BEST version of themselves!! They live by the principle that there is no such thing as balance, it’s called LIVING LIFE! Be prepared to hear about everything from health and fitness to their favorite beer and cocktails! No topic is off limits and they will be open, honest, and ready to help their listeners see themselves for the amazing, badass women that they are! Hold on friends, it’s going to be a wild ride!

Stages of Life w/ a Special Guest 01/11/2024

Stages of Life w/ a Special Guest 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, weather, challenges, and childhood confessions! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/29437358

More in 2024 01/03/2024

More in 2024 /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/29302403

**BONUS EPISODE** G&G 51 - Ho Ho Holiday Favorites 12/20/2023

**BONUS EPISODE** G&G 51 - Ho Ho Holiday Favorites 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 Grit & Gumption! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/29118238

G &G 50 - Arizona Adventures in KINDness 12/20/2023

G &G 50 - Arizona Adventures in KINDness 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!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/29116038

G & G 49 - Surviving the Holiday Hustle 11/29/2023

G & G 49 - Surviving the Holiday Hustle 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!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28837953

G & G 48 - Happy TURKEY DAY!!! 11/22/2023

G & G 48 - Happy TURKEY DAY!!! 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 /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28710003

G & G 47 - Get Your Booty OUTSIDE 11/19/2023

G & G 47 - Get Your Booty OUTSIDE 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28706368

G & G 46 - Show That School Spirit 11/08/2023

G & G 46 - Show That School Spirit 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!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28540106

G & G 45 - The Smile List 10/24/2023

G & G 45 - The Smile List 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 inspiration for this idea, check out Jon Acuff's new book All It Takes Is a Goal /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28402256

G & G 44 - SPOOOOOKY Season is Here Again! 10/13/2023

G & G 44 - SPOOOOOKY Season is Here Again! 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28292345

G & G 43 - Don't Get Too Comfy and Cozy 10/04/2023

G & G 43 - Don't Get Too Comfy and Cozy 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!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28208843

G & G 42 - Pursuing Your Passion w/**SPECIAL GUEST** Sarah Polenick 09/27/2023

G & G 42 - Pursuing Your Passion w/**SPECIAL GUEST** Sarah Polenick 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 decided to make a BIG change in her life and do what she loves, so she never has to "work" a day in her life. We hope you enjoy her work and her story as much as we do and that it inspires YOU to go after the big scary thing and just start moving! Sarah has an art show on Saturday, September 30th, at The Whining Pig McDowell Mountain, for those of you local to the AZ scene. You can find Sarah on Instagram @SarahPolenick or on her website /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28129859

G & G 41 - Age Is Just a Number 09/20/2023

G & G 41 - Age Is Just a Number 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! https://www.buzzfeed.com/andrewziegler/quiz-guess-age /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28095692

G & G 40 - Dirty Laundry 09/13/2023

G & G 40 - Dirty Laundry 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/28018197

G & G 39 - In a snap... 09/05/2023

G & G 39 - In a snap... 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...a little bit of living our lives along the way. Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments or find us on Instagram @gritandgumptionpodcast /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/27941955

G & G 38 - Imposter Syndrome 08/30/2023

G & G 38 - Imposter Syndrome 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 EXACTLY where you are supposed to be! If you didn't care about your inexperience you wouldn't CARE if you were any good at it. Tune in this week as we share some tips on switching your mindset and going after what you really want in life! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/27863955

G & G 37 - Change It Up 08/23/2023

G & G 37 - Change It Up 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/27765549

G & G 36 - Check on Your Strong Friends 08/16/2023

G & G 36 - Check on Your Strong Friends 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/27765558

G & G 35 - Catching Up 08/09/2023

G & G 35 - Catching Up 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-y topics in the coming weeks. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/21858602

G & G Special Edition - Happy Birthday Shannon!! 07/07/2022

G & G Special Edition - Happy Birthday Shannon!! 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!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/23652332

G & G 34 - Words of the Year 01/14/2022

G & G 34 - Words of the Year 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! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/21736205

G & G 33 - I Will Follow You 01/11/2022

G & G 33 - I Will Follow You It's official! We are dropping some solo episodes starting this week. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/21736106

G & G 32 - It's Spooky Season 11/04/2021

G & G 32 - It's Spooky Season Happy October!!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/21047369

G & G 31 - Murder, Mayhem & Memories 06/22/2021

G & G 31 - Murder, Mayhem & Memories 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. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/19559876

G & G 30 - Bali and Thailand and Europe OH MY!!! 06/09/2021

G & G 30 - Bali and Thailand and Europe OH MY!!! 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!? /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/19351937

G & G 29 - Back from Break 06/04/2021

G & G 29 - Back from Break Grit & Gumption has been on a bit of a hiatus, but hop in as we catch up with what’s been going on in OUR world!! Then jump on over to our Grit & Gumption Instagram account and DM us to let us know what’s been going on in YOURS!! We’ve missed you!!!! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/19351886

G & G 28 All About Burnout 04/01/2021

G & G 28 All About Burnout If you're a woman in the 21st Century you have likely experienced burnout in one form or another. Today we dive into Burnout - Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia Nagoski and talk about how this is the most critical thing affecting women today. As wives, mamas, friends, and humans we are plagued by a endless stream of constant low-level stressors and we need to understand how to unlock those so that we can live more "balanced" lives. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/18562580

G & G 27 - Meant for More with Stephanie Hendrick 03/24/2021

G & G 27 - Meant for More with Stephanie Hendrick This week we have special guest Stephanie Hendrick with us to talk about her new book Meant for More. Tune in as Stephanie shares the turning point when she realized her life was meant for making an impact and talks about the messy work that is required to live a truly purpose driven life. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/18292910

G & G 26 - TAKE 2! 03/18/2021

G & G 26 - TAKE 2! Episode 26...TAKE 2! Emily and Shannon had to do a second take on the recording because Shannon can't figure out technology (LOL). Tune in as they catch you up on some CRAZY things that have happened over the last few weeks, talk about some of our favorite things and give you a PUP-DATE on Reggie and Kali. /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/18371774

G & G 25 - Life is Not a Dress Rehearsal 02/22/2021

G & G 25 - Life is Not a Dress Rehearsal Do you have BIG goals and plans for your life but find yourself spending more time dreaming big or planning than taking action? Do you feel like the ship has sailed on you being able to achieve everything you want for your life? If these sound like YOU, then tune in for our episode today and listen in as we talk about how you can take small baby steps in order to achieve everything you've ever dreamed of! Remember – you have ONE life to live, this is NOT a dress rehearsal! /episode/index/show/grit-and-gumption/id/18047225

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