Grits and a Brit

One weekend, an Ed Sheeran concert, two escape rooms… and a marriage that very nearly didn't survive the experience!

We headed away for the weekend to see Ed Sheeran on the Loop Tour, but that wasn't all we had planned. We also took on a Scooby-Doo mystery escape room and a Pirates Curse adventure.

Did we crack the clues, solve the puzzles, and escape before time ran out? Well, let's just say there were moments when the biggest mystery was how we were going to stay married! Between disagreements over clues, and the occasional “I TOLD YOU THAT WAS THE ANSWER!”, we very nearly ended up needing a divorce lawyer rather than an escape room.

In this episode, we're chatting about our weekend away, the escape rooms, the arguments, and how the whole experience compared with seeing Ed Sheeran live. Two very different adventures, one weekend, and plenty for a Brit and an American to disagree about!

This week we’re swapping the studio for a stadium! Grits and a Brit are heading to see Ed Sheeran live on the Loop Tour, and we’re taking you along for the ride!

But what’s it really like to see Ed Sheeran live? Does he live up to the hype? And how does one guy, a guitar, and a loop pedal put on a show for thousands of people?

We’re talking about the atmosphere, the standout moments, and what we really thought of the whole experience. And, as always, you’ve got a Brit and an American bringing their own perspectives to the conversation.

Was it an unforgettable night, or was the hype bigger than the show? We’re giving you our take!

So turn it up, settle in, and join Chris and Jay for a Grits and a Brit episode with a little more volume than usual!

How well do you really know your own culture… and what on earth do you know about the other one?

This time, GRITS puts her British co-host to the test! Does he know the name of the American national anthem? Can he identify the USA’s flag by its proper name? And does our Southern girl fare any better when the tables are turned?

From national symbols to cultural quirks, it’s a transatlantic battle of brains, questionable knowledge, and some rather uncomfortable revelations. Who’s been paying attention, and who’s been living under a rock? Tune in to Grits and a Brit for laughs, surprises, and the occasional moment of patriotic panic. 

This week, we’re talking weddings — British versus American!

And we may have discovered the perfect wedding song: Rick Astley’s Never Gonna Give You Up. Think about it… never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down, never gonna run around and desert you. That’s basically the vows sorted!

We also hear the story of the time Jay was trusted with one of the most important jobs at a wedding. He was the best man. He had ONE job.

Bring the rings.

He forgot them.

Weddings, traditions, questionable music choices, and a best man who should never have been given that much responsibility.

It’s all coming up on Grits and a Brit!

This week on Grits and a Brit, Chris and Jay grab the remote and dive into the wonderfully weird world of British and American television.

Why do some shows cross the Atlantic and get completely remade? From The Office to Steptoe and Son becoming Sanford and Son, Chris and Jay look at the TV shows that got an American makeover—and whether the originals should have been left well alone!

Then there’s censorship. British TV might casually show a naked bottom while America reaches for the panic button over a cigarette. How did the two countries end up with such different ideas about what’s acceptable on television?

And Jay attempts to explain one of Britain's greatest mysteries to Chris: the BBC TV licence. Yes, Britain has a licence for watching television. No, Chris isn't convinced.

Expect nostalgia, questionable TV memories, plenty of sarcasm, and the inevitable argument over which country actually makes the better telly.

Grab the remote—this one could get heated!

One year of Grits and a Brit means there are plenty of moments worth revisiting—and a few that probably should have stayed forgotten! In Part 2 of our anniversary celebration, Chris and Jay look back at some of their favorite episodes, revisit the warm-ups that started each recording, and relive the moments that had them laughing the hardest.

And because one year of podcasting deserves a proper ceremony, it’s time for the Grits and a Brit Awards! Who gets the award for Funniest Moment? Best Story? Biggest Surprise? Biggest culture shock? And, perhaps most importantly, who gets the award for Biggest misunderstanding?

Expect favorite memories, forgotten gems, plenty of laughs, and the usual Chris-and-Jay banter as Grits and a Brit celebrates one unforgettable year—with a few surprises along the way!

This week on Grits and a Brit, Chris and Jay are celebrating a very special milestone—one year of the podcast!

They’re taking a trip back to where it all began, looking at how the idea for Grits and a Brit came together, remembering some of their favorite episodes and funniest moments, and sharing the stories behind the conversations you’ve heard over the past year.

Expect plenty of laughs, memories, questionable decisions, favorite moments, and the usual Chris-and-Jay banter as they look back at a year of Grits and a Brit—and maybe reveal a few things you never knew about what happens behind the microphone.

One year. Two hosts. A whole lot of conversations, laughs, and chaos. Come celebrate with us!

This week on Grits and a Brit, the tables are turned as Chris reveals the British things she'd happily pack into a suitcase and bring back to the USA—if only customs would allow it!

From the legendary Tesco Meal Deal and the addictive flame-grilled goodness of Nando's, to finding a proper British curry, Chris discovers there are some things Britain simply does better. Add in reliable public transport, the joy of walking almost everywhere, and the simple pleasure of a warm crumpet smothered in strawberry jam, and she's beginning to wonder if the UK has been keeping a few secrets.

Of course, Jay is more than happy to remind her that Britain isn't perfect either, leading to plenty of sarcastic banter, friendly arguments, and the usual transatlantic teasing.

Has Chris finally been won over by Britain, or is Jay giving the UK far too much credit? Tune in to find out on the latest episode of Grits and a Brit.

This week on Grits and a Brit, Chris and Jay tackle one of the most serious debates in transatlantic history… chocolate.

From Hershey’s and Lion Bars to Twirls, Kit Kats, and the legendary British 99 ice cream, the two hosts dive into their favorite sweet treats and discover that chocolate is definitely not created equal on both sides of the pond. Chris defends American classics, while Jay questions whether Hershey’s is actually chocolate… or something that escaped from a science experiment.

Expect passionate opinions, childhood memories, and one very controversial claim that Hershey’s tastes like… well… vomit. Plus, Jay reveals the “proper” way to eat a Kit Kat (hint: it involves using it as a straw), and Chris learns that a 99 doesn’t come with a price tag.

It’s funny, it’s messy, and it proves that nothing starts an argument faster than asking, “What’s the best chocolate?” on Grits and a Brit.

This week on Grits and a Brit, it’s all about big celebrations, bigger plates of food, and fireworks that may or may not have been purchased from a questionable roadside stand. Chris and Jay dive into a July 4th special marking 250 years of the United States, unpacking what it really means to celebrate in full American style. Also, maybe a wedding was celebrated as well this weekend?

Expect talk of backyard cookouts where everything is grilled, smoked, or deep-fried, patriotic desserts that look better than they taste, and the annual tradition of saying “we’ll just have a small gathering” before accidentally hosting half the neighborhood. Of course, no July 4th would be complete without fireworks—some breathtaking, some mildly alarming, and at least one that makes everyone rethink safety instructions.

It’s fun, chaotic, and full of summer energy as the duo share stories, laughs, and plenty of food-fueled tangents in honor of Independence Day.