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The Grit Files

Hosted by Laura Reynolds & RDA Production · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 16 episodes

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Episodes
16
Last ep.
10 days ago
Avg length
55m
Booking Probability™
28
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Listen Score
17
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Virality (30d)
47
Steady cadence.

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About this podcast

The Grit Files is a deep dive into the real stories behind high performers — from athletes pushing past their limits to professionals navigating pressure, setbacks, and success. Each episode uncovers the raw, unfiltered moments where resilience is forged: the tough decisions, the quiet doubts, the breakthroughs, and the lessons learned along the way.Whether you're chasing personal growth, athletic performance, or everyday resilience, The Grit Files offers inspiration, perspective, and practical takeaways to help you show up stronger — in sport, work, and life.

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About the host

Laura Reynolds & RDA Production hosts The Grit Files, a society show with 16 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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S2 Ep5 - David Callahan

Jun 1, 20261h 8mEp. 5S1

Today on The Grit Files, we sit down with David Callahan, Co-CEO of UltraSignup and one of the people helping shape the future of trail and ultrarunning.But David's story starts long before UltraSignup.A former attorney

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S2 Ep4 - Randi Zuckerberg

May 25, 20261h 23mEp. 4S2

Today's guest is someone who has spent her life building at the intersection of innovation, creativity, and human connection. She was an early employee at Facebook, helped shape the way billions of people interact online

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S2 Ep3 - Morgan Knox

May 18, 202657mEp. 3S2

Morgan Knox is a former collegiate athlete and Grit Files producer. When she isn't helping businesses brand and market themselves, she can be found coaching on the youth lacrosse fields. She is a full time employee at Re

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S2 Ep2 - Dan Green

May 11, 202659mEp. 2S2

Dan Green is one of the fastest-rising names in ultrarunning today. A Pennsylvania native now based in Huntington, West Virginia, Dan first discovered endurance sports through cross country and swimming before becoming c

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S2 Ep1 - Nicole Hackett

May 4, 202634mEp. 1S2

Nicole Hackett is a breaking the stigma associated with mom brain. With the release of her new book, she is teaching women that their mom brain is their superpower. With the release of her new book, she is an Amazon Best

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Episode 12 - Lisa Foxwell

Apr 27, 202651mEp. 8S1

Lisa Foxwell, founder of StavePoint HR, and a firm believer that sustainable business success starts with people practices that are intentional, strategic, and aligned to your goal. After 15+ years in HR and recruiting,

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Episode 11 - Olivia Chapman

Apr 20, 202654mEp. 8S1

Liv Chapman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Inner Glow Circle (IGC), an online training company designed to accelerate women coaches and entrepreneurs — and one of the fastest-growing businesses in the coaching space. Liv j

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Episode 10 - Dr. Bill Queale

Apr 13, 20261h 1mEp. 10S1

Dr. Queale, a board-certified MD, is a strong advocate for integrating lifestyle medicine into primary care practices and has developed an integrated approach to the delivery of primary care services in healthcare system

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Episode 9 - Stephen Speck

Apr 6, 20261h 9mEp. 6S1

Stephen Speck is the Founder&CEO of MantiSpeck, LLC, a personal andprofessionalenhancement firm.His company provides a wide array of services,spanning from keynote speaking to leadership development, educational coaching

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Episode 8 - Carolyn Riffel

Mar 30, 20261h 3mEp. 8S1

Carolyn has been a personal trainer for over a decade. Starting out in a large gym, to now owning her own fitness space and training clients on her own. She has her undergraduate degree in Speech and Hearing disorders an

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Episode 7 - Andrew Harnett

Mar 23, 202658mEp. 7S1

Andrew Hartnett, the Founder and CEO of Formula4Success, has a rich background in corporate America, having spent over 10 years in consulting, program management, and digital transformation for leading companies like Goo

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Episode 6 - Chris Sherry

Mar 16, 202644mEp. 5S1

Join us as we sit with Chris Sherry, Vice President of Enterprise Sales. She discusses what coya's mission is and how you can benefit from becoming a member today! Visit us at https://coya.life/. For general info or to d

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Episode 5 - EmKay Sullivan

Mar 9, 202655mEp. 5S1

EmKay is a former Division I coach for the University of Nevada cross country teams and is also a USTFCCCA certified strength coach. While at Nevada, she coached the American women’s junior record holder in the marathon

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Episode 4 - Teresa Knox

Mar 2, 202658mEp. 4S1

Teresa is a cancer survivor, current lung transplant candidate, and most importantly, a mother, a wife, and a daughter. She has never identified as an athlete but her grit and endurance is that of one. Listen to her stor

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Episode 3 - Rachel Spaulding

Feb 23, 202645mEp. 3S1

Rachel is a UESCA Certified Ultra Running Coach and NASM Certified Personal Trainer with over seven years of experience across the collegiate, high school, and private sectors. Holding a Master’s in Public Health, she sp

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Episode 2 - Brandon Kessler

Feb 16, 202653mEp. 2S1

Meet Brandon! Brandon is the owner of Iron Force Fitness, a strength and endurance-based gym built on discipline, consistency, and long-term growth. Alongside his work in fitness, Brandon has established himself as a ren

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Episode 1 - Laura Reynolds

Feb 8, 202617mEp. 1S1

This is your introduction to The Grit Files! Get to know host Laura Reynolds and find out what is to come on the podcast.

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25-54
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Topics covered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I pitch The Grit Files as a podcast guest?

To pitch The Grit Files, visit https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-grit-files for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent society coverage.

Who is the host of The Grit Files?

The Grit Files is hosted by Laura Reynolds & RDA Production. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 16 episodes.

How many episodes does The Grit Files have?

The Grit Files has published 16 episodes.

What topics does The Grit Files cover?

The Grit Files regularly covers society, culture, documentary. It sits in the society category, with a culture focus.

Is it hard to get booked on The Grit Files?

The Grit Files is accessible for guests with genuine society expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is The Grit Files currently accepting guest pitches?

The Grit Files hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are The Grit Files episodes?

Episodes of The Grit Files average 55 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

What guest credentials does The Grit Files typically look for?

Our data rates The Grit Files's guest bar at 80/100 (Premium tier). Established thought leaders with verified media credentials. Sign in to PitchCentric to see how your own Pod Score compares against this show.

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