You might know Vicci Martinez as the fierce and unforgettable “Daddy” from Orange Is the New Black (Seasons 6 & 7) or from her soul-shaking performances on The Voice and role as Frida Kahlo on HBOmax’s Clone High . But behind the spotlight is a story few have heard — and in this episode, she tells it all. A Grit City Local, Vicci gets real about her journey from national stages to personal healing with host and friend, Krystle Edwards. Through it all, she’s kept her core intact and she’s not...
Jul 27, 2025•50 min
It's not just one to listen to . It’s one to feel in your bones. Dallisa Hocking — 5th-generation psychic medium, world-event predictor, energy visionary — join us as we discuss: Building a business around your gift , not the grind. Using intuition as strategy — not backup. Unraveling the illusion of control in leadership. And yes... she read my tarot cards live on air. This woman saw a global health crisis before 2020 hit , predicted the Cybertruck explosion on Jan 1, 2025, and called the U.S. ...
Jul 07, 2025•34 min
If podcasting has been tugging at your sleeve—but the tech, tools, and tactics have felt like a second job—this episode is your permission slip to move anyway. In this conversation, I sit down with Hayleigh Hayhurst , founder of Espresso Podcast Production , the full-service agency helping experts stay in their lane while scaling their voice. From concept to editing, audience growth to monetization—Hayleigh’s team handles it all so you can focus on what matters: your message. We go deep into: A ...
May 25, 2025•36 min
Founder and CEO Jamie Taylor started Confetë with a single balloon garland for her niece in 2015. That one creation quickly ballooned (pun totally intended) into a thriving business, earning features on King 5’s Evening Magazine , New Day Northwest , and even The New York Times . But Jamie didn’t stop there. With a background in interior design and a knack for making people feel special, she launched Confetë Party Box, bringing high-end curated gift boxes and virtual party experiences to busines...
Apr 23, 2025•44 min
Kelsey is the founder of the Get Shit Done Rebelution, a business coach and host of the Get Shit Done Podcast where ambitious women learn to grow profitable, streamlined businesses without sacrificing their sanity. As today's guest on Gritty is the New Pretty, she’s bringing her expertise in profit strategy, leadership optimization, and team delegation to help you think bigger and take bold action. With her no-BS coaching style, Kelsey transforms overwhelmed entrepreneurs into confident CEOs, re...
Mar 31, 2025•40 min
As co-owner of Promo Originals, LLC , Lauren spent the past six years helping creatives and small businesses elevate their brands through high-quality custom apparel. With a background in fashion, marketing, management, and design/merchandising, she honed the expertise to guide individuals and companies seamlessly through the product development process—from initial concept to the finished product. Her journey as an entrepreneur has been a continuous source of personal and professional growth. A...
Dec 18, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Becca Boston is a bestselling author, speaker, self-care coach, and NAMI Pierce County's Ending the Silence Coordinator. Despite her learning disability, she inspires others with her motto "Stay Strong. Stay You." Becca empowers individuals to recognize their strength is giving their pain a voice and receiving the help that is needed while staying true to who they are. Her global influence includes being featured in LA Weekly, hosting the "I Am Purpose" conference, and sharing her journey in her...
Sep 26, 2024•38 min
Starting her role at the food bank just days before the onset of the pandemic, Stacey leveraged her 12-year career at Nordstrom Inc. as a buyer and financial manager to lead with agility and expertise. She is a dynamic leader passionate about customer experience, health equity, and community vitality. By integrating technology and human-centered innovation, Stacey, alongside her exceptional board of directors, spearheaded a project called The Market, which reimagines food security. This initiati...
Aug 24, 2024•54 min
Tanisha Jumper is the current Chief Communications Officer for Tacoma Public Schools. Prior to that she worked with the City of Tacoma for 7 years serving as the Director of Communications, Strategy andEngagement. Throughout her career she has been responsible for implementing strategic initiatives, monitoring towards goals and achieving lasting impact. Tanisha is a skilled facilitator, collaborator, and creative thinker. Tanisha has a wealth of experience in health and human services, developin...
Apr 01, 2024•54 min
Dona is currently the President and CEO for United Way of Pierce County. She is active with United Way at both the state and national level where she has served as the chair for the United Ways of the Pacific Northwest and is a past co-chair of the Black Professionals Leadership Alliance, made up of United Way CEOs from across the country. Dona has consistently been very engaged in her community and has demonstrated strong leadership through service and board membership. She is a member of the J...
Feb 25, 2024•43 min
Ashley Looker is an ICF-certified Empowerment & Journal Coach who teaches ambitious, over-achieving humans how to slow down and detach their productivity from their worth. She is passionate about using her 20+ years of experience and love for journaling as the tool for supporting her clients who want to stop wearing ’busy’ as a badge of honor and start living a more joyful, purpose-driven life. Join us as we discuss: Productivity = worthiness cycle Motivation vs inspiration Benefits of journ...
Feb 03, 2024•34 min
Jessica Johnston is the Director of a vibrant and historical Tacoma landmark, Court House Square. With a wide range of experience Jessica also serves her community as the chair of the Tacoma's City Events and Recognition Committee and proudly sits on the Board for Downtown Tacoma Partnership as the Vice-President. She has lent her voice to help raise awareness and education for business entrepreneurs with the Spaceworks program and safety concerns with Tacoma Business Council. More recently she ...
Dec 16, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Ruthy Taylor as they discuss: 1. Season of life with career and family 2. Leveraging sphere of influence to build your business 3. Value of being intentional with social media Learn more about Ruthy: Ruthy.MosaicRealEstate.com Follow : @ruthyanntaylor...
Oct 07, 2023•32 min•Ep. 16
Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Tosha Siebert as they discuss: 1. Power of female mentors 2. Leveraging experience during interviews 3. Leading in a male dominated industry 4. Importance of seeking clarity in challenges Learn more about Tosha: LinkdIn...
Aug 26, 2021•38 min•Ep. 15
Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Head Brewer of Komadre Kombucha, Julie Davidson. 1. From DIY kombucha to tap room 2. Vision behind Komadre Kombucha 3. Benefits of kombucha libations Learn more about Julie: Website : komadrekombucha.com Insta : @ komadrekombucha...
Jun 05, 2021•30 min•Ep. 14
Brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and guest Liz Morrow, interior designer and DIY evangelist as they discuss: 1. Empowering Women in DIY Spaces 2. Tips and Tricks of Planning your DIY project 3. Navigating home renovations with contractors Learn more about Liz visit: Website : lizmorrowstudios.com/ Insta : @liz.morrow...
May 21, 2021•41 min•Ep. 13
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Erica Change, Tacoma local and Yoga extraordinaire as we discuss Erica's journey to finding her sweet spot in life. Being comfortable with being uncomfortable Benefits of Yoga Importance of tansitions Being ok with bad days! Learn more about Erica: Instagram: er...
Apr 23, 2021•30 min•Ep. 12
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Entrepreneur and Chef Chantel Jackson of Thyme Well Spent as we discuss Chantel's journey and big things she is bringing to Tacoma! Breaking into the food business Grass roots learning by doing Overcoming obstacles Power of love and positive attitude Learn more ...
Mar 11, 2021•29 min•Ep. 11
Join host Krystle Edwards and Gina Palumbo M.A., relationship expert with over 10 years of experience, as they discuss dating and relationships for strong entrepreneurial women and leaders. Dating for strong women Dating on apps Balancing energies & your power Finding the right partner Learn more about Gina Palumbo: Website https://www.ginapalumboma.com/
Jan 10, 2021•45 min•Ep. 10
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Sharon Chambers-Gordon, Founder and CEO of Raising Girls. Raising Girls provides necessary hygiene products to girls in the South Sound to eliminate humiliation, promote pride, and share love with thousands of girls in our community. 1. Raising Girls Organizatio...
Dec 13, 2020•31 min•Ep. 9
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Meridith McMahon while they discuss: Buying and selling during the COVID-19 pandemic Insight for first time buyers Commonly asked questions Local Market Learn more about Meredith at https://meredithm.johnlscott.com or follow her on instagram at meredithmrealty....
Oct 17, 2020•40 min•Ep. 8
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and special guest Dr. Brooke Winner, Medical Director Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at Swedish Medical Center. July is Fibriod awareness month. In this episode, host Krystle Edwards shares her recent experience with fibriods and an uncertain diagnosis. 1. J...
Jul 13, 2020•41 min•Ep. 7
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and special guest and principle owner of Merit Construction, Tammy Birklid while we discuss: Leading a thriving company in the male-dominated construction industry Leading a company where all employees feel like owners in that they’re valued and are encouraged and e...
Apr 29, 2020•34 min•Ep. 6
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners. and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Grit City Women Charter Member Erin Dietz while we discuss: Impact of COVID 19 on Blue Peacock Acupuncture Adapting to the new normal Tips for in home stress relief Scaling back into business Learn more about Erin: Website : https://www.bluepeacockacupuncture.co...
Apr 20, 2020•28 min•Ep. 5
Grit and Grind podcast is brought to you by Grit City Women - A female forward organization that nurtures a creative approach to empowering female entrepreneurs, small business owners. and leaders in Tacoma. Join host Krystle Edwards and Grit City Women Charter Member Allie Corrigan while we discuss: When to let go Obstacles female entrepreneurs face Being unapologetic Defying the cookie cutter mindset Learn more about Allie: Website : www.onebizshoppe.com Insta : @ Thebusinessshoppe Facebook: T...
Mar 31, 2020•51 min•Ep. 4
GCW member Dr. Mandi Murtaugh is a physical therapist and women's health specialist in Tacoma. Mandi recently opened her new practice with the mission to empower women to understand their bodies and the benefits of pelvic floor PT that challenge the social patriarchal taboo surrounding women's health. Women's Health & Pregnancy Moon Cycles & Business Networking Dr. Mandi Murtaugh Moon Calendar Grit City Women...
Nov 24, 2019•41 min•Ep. 3
Christy Barnes has been in the small business world for a minute. With over 20 years of experience as a massage therapist and business owner in Tacoma's Historic Stadium District Christy continues to expand her business and embrace the grit! For more info about Carpe Diem visit: carpediemmassage.com For more info about Grit City Women visit: gritcitywomen.com
Nov 24, 2019•33 min•Ep. 2
Opening a retail shop All things witchy Transformative energy The power of GCW
Oct 29, 2019•34 min•Ep. 1
Welcome to Grit & Grind, a podcast by Grit City Women, where gritty is the new pretty.
Oct 11, 2019•2 min
