We Really Need to Talk About Grocery Store Behaviors

Why can we explore space… but not return a shopping cart?

In this episode, we unpack the unspoken rules of the grocery store — from aisle blocking and abandoned perishables to the chaos of self-checkout and the moral test that is returning your cart.

Somehow we detour into space exploration, ocean fears, warehouse clubs, and the psychology behind why milk is always in the back.

We also talk about:

• Why grocery store etiquette actually matters
• Self-checkout survival skills
• Sample station strategy
• Supporting local butchers and small businesses
• The subtle kindness that makes shopping better for everyone

If we can map Mars, we can handle the produce section.

Let’s talk about it.

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Produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

Production Assistance: DCB Productions

Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

Music: AlexGuz via Pixabay.com

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© 2026 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.

We’re back.

Season 1, Episode 18 of Really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas marks our return from a short holiday break — and yes, we’ve officially started filming.

This week, we’re diving into pet peeves — the everyday behaviors that somehow feel like personal attacks. From public etiquette fails to habits that honestly should be illegal, nothing is safe.

Same opinions. Slightly upgraded production.

🎥 Watch the full video episodes on YouTube: https://bit.ly/reallypod

Follow the show, leave a review, and tell us your biggest pet peeve — we might feature it in a future episode.

Produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

Production Assistance: DCB Productions

Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

Music: AlexGuz via Pixabay.com

Email: info.reallypod@gmail.com

YouTube: https://bit.ly/reallypod

Instagram: @really_thepod

Facebook at Really... with Sierra & Michael-Thomas

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/reallythepod

TikTok @really_thepodcast

Really The Pod Shop go to reallypodshop.myshopify.com

© 2026 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.

In this special episode of really…, Michael-Thomas is joined by the OG Bestie, Kaitlin, who steps in as guest host while Sierra is living her best yogi life. Together, they take a nostalgic walk down memory lane as lifelong “theatre kids,” reflecting on high school drama, community theatre days, and the formative experiences that shaped their friendship. From stage lights and show tunes to the bonds built backstage, this episode celebrates the magic, mayhem, and meaning of growing up in the theatre.

Plus, this marks a milestone moment for the pod — it’s our last audio-only episode as we prepare to transition really… to YouTube. Curtain up on a new chapter!

Produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC

Executive Producers: Sierra Chapman & M. Thomas Griffith

Editing: Sierra Chapman

Artwork: M. Thomas Griffith

Music: AlexGuz via Pixabay.com

Email: info.reallypod@gmail.com

Instagram: @really_thepod

Facebook at Really... with Sierra & Michael-Thomas

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/reallythepod

TikTok @really_thepodcast

Really The Pod Shop is now up and running!!! go to reallypodshop.myshopify.com

© 2025 GrifChap Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. really… with Sierra & Michael-Thomas is produced by GrifChap Studio, LLC. The views and opinions expressed by hosts Sierra, Michael-Thomas, and their guests are their own and do not reflect those of their employers, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Northeast State Community College, respectively.