She grew up saying “y’all” and frying everything that doesn’t run away; he thinks that a cup of tea can solve almost any problem, except Mondays, which requires two cups. She calls it a cookie, he calls it a biscuit. He thinks they’re chips, she thinks they’re fries, and somehow they’re both right and very, […]
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In a world where sugar knows no borders… one Brit dares to try American candy for the very first time. Armed with nothing but bravery — and the watchful gaze of the GRITS — he embarks on a taste-test journey that will challenge everything he thought he knew about chocolate, texture, and childhood memories. Some
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In this episode of Grits and a Brit, our Southern GRITS and her British co-host tackle the unwritten rules of dating culture—from first-date expectations to the mild panic that hits when the restaurant bill lands. Who pays? Who tips? And why is everyone pretending they’re not calculating 20% in their head? Is splitting the check romantic
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So remember that little wager (in Ep13) we made before the Super Bowl? You know — the one where the loser had to buy a box of Ferrero Rocher chocolates for the winner? Well… the GRITS WON. 🏆 That’s right. While the Brit was busy asking “why does the game stop so much?” and “are
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It’s Super Bowl time… and the Brit is deeply unprepared. In this episode, our Southern GRITS attempts to explain America’s biggest sporting event to a man who thinks a “quarter” is a coin, a “down” is a mood, and isn’t entirely sure why the game stops every five seconds. From baffling rules and team names to halftime
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Wands at the ready! In this episode of Grits and a Brit, our Southern GRITS and her British co-host dive into the world of Harry Potter—comparing the books and movies while uncovering the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between the UK and USA versions. From language changes and accents to cultural tweaks made for American audiences,
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The first Grits and a Brit of 2026 is here, and we’re starting the year with resolutions, reflections, and a bit of measurement confusion. The Brit makes a solemn (and slightly sarcastic) promise to “never break a podcast again,” while the GRITS explains pounds vs. stones and why conversions are never simple. They also celebrate
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A brand new year means fresh starts, big plans, (a new logo!) and the annual promise that this will be the year we finally understand each other. Spoiler: it won’t be. And honestly, that’s kind of the point. As we roll into the new year, we’re sticking with what we do best: comparing the US
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It’s festive chaos on Grits and a Brit! In this extended Christmas special, the hosts get into the holiday spirit with a cheeky Christmas quiz that tests knowledge, nerves, and seasonal sanity. Things take a turn when the GRITS reveals she can say “Merry Christmas” in far more languages than expected—leaving the Brit equal parts
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In this candid episode of Grits and a Brit, the hosts finally reveal how their unlikely partnership began—right after the Brit, finished cycling 3,000 miles across the USA and rolled into Florida equal parts sunburned, exhausted, and confused by American gas station snacks. The GRITS explains her first impression (“You did what for fun?”), while
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In this festive episode of Grits and a Brit, our Southern GRITS walks the Brit through the chaos, comfort, and calorie overload that is an American Thanksgiving. From turkey traditions and family drama to pies, and questionable casseroles, the Brit gets a crash course in why this holiday is such a big deal. Expect stories,
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